Eastern football links

Second-ranked Eastern Washington is rested and ready for No. 14 Montana State, but in this series, being favored isn’t necessarily a good thing. Here’s my story from Tuesday’s practice, and here’s a link to the game preview from the EWU Sports Information Office. … New MSU quarterback Dakota Prukop is off to a great start , and earned a big honor this week. Of course, that won’t help the Bobcat defense, which is still looking for answers on how to stop EWU QB Vernon Adams and company. … You’d think No. 2 vs. No. 14 would be the biggest game in the Big Sky this week, but you’d be wrong: No. 4 Montana is at top-ranked North Dakota State. The Missoulian is rising to the challenge with this early look at the task confronting the Griz. … Look out: UC Davis has two weeks to get ready for a Sept. 27 home game against the Eagles. … Idaho State receiver Broc Malcolm enjoyed a career day last weekend. … Fresh off a blowout Homecoming loss to South Dakota State, Southern Utah will have a tough time bouncing back at Fresno State.