Here's everything you need to know about Montana vs. South Dakota, including TV channel and streaming options for the FCS quarterfinal game.
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For the first time in the history of both programs, Montana and South Dakota are gearing up for a familiar showdown in the FCS quarterfinals.
No. 3 Montana has had a dominant season, going undefeated until the program dropped a loss to in-state rival Montana State to wrap up their conference schedule. The Grizzlies' offense has been rolling, with quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat leading a top-10 FCS passing attack.
South Dakota returns to the FCS playoffs after a solid 10-4 season this fall. The Coyotes are led by Aidan Bouman under center, who has quickly become one of the program's most decorated play callers. Phenom running back L.J. Phillips Jr. has also helped the team's success, climbing the top-10 single-season all-time list for rushing yards at USD.
This weekend will mark the 21st meeting between these two programs, but the first time in the playoffs; who will keep their season alive?
Here's everything you need to know about Montana vs. South Dakota, including TV channel and streaming options for the FCS quarterfinal game.
Where to watch Montana vs. South Dakota today: TV channel, live stream
Montana vs. South Dakota will air nationally on ABC. College football fans can also stream the game on the ESPN app or Fubo.
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Montana vs. South Dakota start time
- Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET | 2:30 p.m. CT | 1:30 p.m. MT
Montana vs. South Dakota will kick off at 3:30 ET on Saturday, Dec. 13. The game will be played at Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula, Montana.
FCS playoffs schedule 2025
Quarterfinals
Friday, Dec. 12
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 2 Montana State vs. No. 7 Stephen F. Austin | 9 p.m. ET | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
Saturday, Dec. 13
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 4 Tarleton State vs. No. 12 Villanova | 12 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
| No. 3 Montana vs. No. 11 South Dakota | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app, Fubo |
| No. 8 UC Davis vs. Illinois State | 5 p.m. | ESPN+ |
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