Montana State Rout Eastern Washington
A dominant rushing attack plus three interceptions swung momentum to Montana State, strengthening its position in the Big Sky.
Overview
- Montana State defeated Eastern Washington 56-20 on Oct. 17, improving to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in Big Sky play.
- Adam Jones paced the Bobcats with three rushing touchdowns as MSU ran for 242 yards on 27 carries to reestablish its ground identity.
- Defensive back Cole Taylor turned the game with a 61-yard interception return and Montana State converted Eastern’s three interceptions into 14 points.
- Eastern Washington gained 439 yards, highlighted by Nate Bell completing 35 of 53 passes for 282 yards, but red-zone miscues and turnovers proved decisive.
- The result extends Montana State’s series streak over Eastern to six games, returns key starters to form for MSU, and sets up a home meeting with Weber State while Eastern has a bye before hosting Montana on Oct. 31.