Montana State captured its first FCS championship since 1984 with a thrilling 35-34 overtime victory over Illinois State, ending 40-year title drought.

Justin Lamson and Taco Dowlers led the Montana State Bobcats to a dramatic 35-34 overtime win over the Illinois State Redbirds on Sunday, securing the 2026 FCS Championship and the program's first national title in 41 years.

It was a high-energy, sunny morning in downtown Bozeman on Saturday, where crowds gathered to watch the Bobcats celebrate their national championship win.

After an improbable run to the FCS Championship game, Illinois State blew the game to Montana State is the most painful way possible.

Montana State's championship parade starts Saturday at 10 a.m. at Bobcat Stadium, featuring a six-mile route through downtown Bozeman.

Gov. Greg Gianforte proclaimed Tuesday “Bobcat Day” in Montana while surrounded by Montana State players and coaches.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Illinois State coach Brock Spack and his players didn’t sign off on their Cinderella billing in the FCS national championship game against Montana State. Yes, the Redbirds entered the playoffs unseeded, but they won four road games ...

Montana State's championship parade starts Saturday at 10 a.m. at Bobcat Stadium, featuring a six-mile route through downtown Bozeman.

Montana State vs. Illinois State can also be streamed live on Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users. You can listen to the Montana State vs. Illinois State radio broadcast on SiriusXM. Coverage will be available on channel 84 for those in vehicles.