To kick off the second hour of Nuanez Now, the man behind the glass Hayden Smith joins Colter Nuanez for a fun question-and-answer segment. Hayden puts Colter on the spot with one NFL question, asking which team is more likely to regress this season: the Denver Broncos or the New England Patriots. The two break down both teams' outlooks and discuss why one may be in line for a bigger step backward in 2026.
Later, Colter dives into the Big Sky Conference preseason polls and examines how much they really matter. Are preseason expectations a reliable predictor of success, or just another offseason talking point? Colter breaks down the rankings, what they say about the conference heading into fall camp, and why the games on the field will ultimately decide the story.
Lastly, Colter wraps up the show with a quick edition of Diamond Time, looking back at This Day in History when Nolan Ryan recorded his 4,000th career strikeout. Colter reflects on Ryan's legendary longevity and dominance, explaining why his all-time record of 5,714 strikeouts remains one of the most untouchable achievements in professional sports.
What is Nuanez Now?
Nuanez Now, formerly Tootell & Nuanez, is your chance to stay on top of all the latest city, state and regional sports news. 102.9 ESPN Missoula’s flagship show provides exposure and insight to teams and athletes in and around western Montana, from the preps to the pros, accentuating national ESPN content with stories specific to the state of Montana.