Championship stakes meets storied rivalry in Bozeman, Montana this weekend.
This week on The Preferred Walk-On Show, host Seth Saunders is joined by Montana State Head Coach Brent Vigen as the Bobcats prepare for a playoff semifinal showdown against Montana — the first-ever postseason edition of the Brawl of the Wild, which observers have dubbed the Super Brawl.
Coach Vigen offers rare insight into how Montana State has built one of the most disciplined, physical, and resilient programs in the FCS — and what it takes to prepare for a rivalry game with championship stakes.
🏈 Inside This Episode:
🔥 The Super Brawl — what makes a playoff Brawl of the Wild different
🐾 Bobcat Culture — discipline, toughness, and a standard of excellence
🧠 Coaching Philosophy — leading with consistency and clarity
🧲 Recruiting the Right Fit — traits Montana State looks for beyond talent
📈 Team Growth — how this group evolved into a championship contender
🏆 Preparation for Montana — focus, execution, and emotional control
💬 Football & Life Lessons — character, accountability, and excellence
This is a masterclass in leadership, rivalry preparation, and program building — delivered by one of the most respected coaches in the FCS.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Coach Brent Vigen
03:05 The Brawl of the Wild: A Historic Matchup
05:46 Brent Vigen's Coaching Journey
09:02 Defining Bobcat Football: Culture and Standards
11:58 Recruiting Philosophy: Building the Right Team
14:47 Evaluating Team Growth and Performance
17:54 Preparing for the Rivalry: Insights on Montana
19:51 Reflections and Future Aspirations
👉 Who wins the Super Brawl?
👉 What makes Montana State’s culture special?
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