Idaho beats No. 7 Montana 42-35 to win Little Brown Stein
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Idaho Vandals defeated seventh-ranked Montana 42-35 in Missoula on October 17, capturing the Little Brown Stein trophy. The game featured a high-scoring offense from Idaho, led by senior quarterback Joshua Wood, who threw for 335 yards and three touchdowns. Idaho's defense made crucial stops late in the game to secure the victory. The win marked a significant achievement for Idaho, improving their record to 2-5 and 2-2 in the Big Sky Conference. This victory could signify a turning point in their season.
- •Idaho outgained Montana 974 total yards to 916.
- •Wood finished with 335 passing yards and 85 rushing yards.
- •Montana's quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat threw for 338 yards and five touchdowns.
- •Idaho's defense made key stops in the fourth quarter.
- •The game set a high bar for future matchups in the rivalry.
- 2:06 AMYahoo Sports — 'That was one of those instant classics': Idaho stuns No. 7 Montana in Missoula, captures Little Brown Stein
"Oct. 17—The Idaho Vandals gathered on the sideline at Washington-Grizzly Stadium, hoisting the historic Little Brown Stein trophy while joining their joyous fans in belting out the school's fight song. It was one of the more uplifting scenes in recent memory for Idaho, and perhaps signified a turning point for a Vandals team that has come through with incredible wins in its two most highly ...
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