The quarterfinals of the FCS playoffs get underway Friday as Montana State faces off against Stephen F. Austin.
Montana State beat Yale in the second round, while Stephen F. Austin took down Abilene Christian.
Colby Carthel coached Stephen F. Austin to its first FCS playoff appearance since 2021. The Southland champions have won 11 straight. Sam Vidlak has impressed, and the QB has reliable weapons in Jerrell Wimbley and Kylon Harris.
Once again Big Sky champions, Montana State went unbeaten in the conference under Brent Vigen. The Bobcats have also won 11 straight. Justin Lamson is a threat throwing the ball and running with it. Speaking of running, Julius Davis is dangerous.
Here is everything you need to know about Montana State vs. SFA, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Where to watch Montana State vs. Stephen F. Austin: TV channel, live stream
Montana State vs. Stephen F. Austin will air on ESPN. College football fans can stream the game on the ESPN app and Fubo, the latter offering a free trial.
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Montana State vs. Stephen F. Austin start time
- Date: Friday, Dec. 12
- Time: 9 p.m. ET | 8 p.m. CT | 7 p.m. MT
Montana State vs. Stephen F. Austin will kick off at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, Dec. 12. The game will be played at Bobcat Stadium in Bozeman, Montana.
FCS playoffs schedule 2025
Friday, Dec. 12 (Quarterfinals)
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| Montana State vs. Stephen F. Austin | 9 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
Saturday, Dec. 13 (Quarterfinals)
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| Tarleton State vs. Villanova | 12 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
| Montana vs. South Dakota | 3 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app, Fubo |
| UC Davis vs. Illinois State | 5 p.m. | ESPN+ |
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