A discussion of Southern Conference basketball by hardcore Socon fans
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FCS Football Talk is a weekly FCS podcast, presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Senior FCS Analyst Sam Herder hosts the show throughout the year. During the season, FCS Football Central Senior Editor Zach McKinnell joins as a co-host. In the offseason, Sam brings on guests from all around the FCS for in-depth conversations.
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The Mean Streets Podcast is a college basketball podcast Britton Johnson (former Alabama and current Samford basketball player) and William Galloway. The two discuss college basketball weekly throughout the season. Follow on Instagram and Twitter: @meanstreetspod. (Formerly The Gallo-Way Podcast)
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Point Forward is the spot for Mid Major Basketball insight. Mark Zanetto covers Southern Conference Basketball, all the while commenting on college basketball, other major sports, and pop culture as a whole. Enjoy!
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -Week 5 Three Game Balls and A Flag -Which team had the most impressive win in Week 5? -Week 6 previews: No. 7 North Dakota at No. 2 NDSU No. 18 Illinois State at No. 19 SIU No. 5 Central Arkansas at No. 16 ACU No. 25 NAU at No. 10 Idaho The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visi…
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -Week 4 Three Game Balls and A Flag -No. 4 Montana’s comeback win over No. 24 Western Carolina -How open is the race for the FCS National Championship? -Week 5 previews: No. 12 Mercer at No. 23 Wofford No. 17 SIU at No. 5 South Dakota No. 2 NDSU at No. 18 Illinois State No. 19 Lamar at No. 7 C…
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Mixed Performances By Top 5 Teams, Realignment Talk, Week 4 Preview
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -Week 3 Three Game Balls and A Flag -Southern Illinois & Idaho win statement games against ranked opponents -Should we be concerned about North Dakota State’s defense after struggling against ETSU? -Will the recent conference realignment impact the FCS? -South Dakota State, North Dakota State,…
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Several Preseason-Ranked Teams Fall To 0-2, UND Upsets Montana, Week 3 Preview
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -Week 2 Three Game Balls and A Flag -No. 23 North Dakota’s win over No. 4 Montana -No. 1 South Dakota State’s statement win against No. 12 Incarnate Word -How do we view South Dakota State and Montana after two weeks? -Multiple preseason-ranked programs fall to 0-2 -Week 3 previews: No. 17 UAl…
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How To Gauge FCS-FBS Results + 2 Ranked Matchups Highlight Week 2
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -3 Game Balls and a Flag from Week 1 -NDSU’s battle against Colorado -No. 6 Villanova’s win over No. 25 Youngstown State -Missed opportunities for FCS programs to pull off FBS upsets -No. 12 UIW at No. 1 SDSU will tell us a lot about both teams -Can No. 23 North Dakota pull off the upset again…
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Montana State Gets FBS Win + NDSU, SDSU Take On P4 Opponents
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -3 Game Balls and a Flag from Week 0 -Montana State’s FBS win -NDSU-Colorado preview -SDSU-Oklahoma State preview -Youngstown State-Villanova preview -Intriguing Week 1 FCS-FBS matchups The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ for FCS coverage and https…
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Top FCS Storylines + Week 0 Preview
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On this episode, Sam Herder and Zach McKinnell discuss: -Top 2024 storylines -FCS playoff seeds increasing to 16 -The FCS championship game moving to Monday night -Week 0 previewBy BetMGM
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A Wide-Ranging FCS Conversation w/ Brian McLaughlin
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On this episode, Sam is reunited with Brian McLaughlin. The two go on a wide-ranging conversation, including discussing the FCS level, what has changed, and if more changes could be coming.By BetMGM
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1-on-1 With SoCon Commissioner Michael Cross
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Commissioner Michael Cross at SoCon Media Day. The two discuss: -His first year on the job -Challenges for mid-majors -How the SoCon/FCS fits into the future of college football -Facilities, scholarships, and revenue-sharing -Conference membership -SoCon rising in the FCS ranks -And more…
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Furman Preview w/ Cole Neely – Will Furman Continue Its National Rise?
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Cole Neely, former Furman football player and current TV analyst, to preview the Paladins. The two discuss: -Last year's memorable run -2024 expectations -QB Carson Jones -Offensive question marks -Defensive holes to fill -High school recruiting -SoCon gaining more respect -thoughts on the FCS landscape -And more T…
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2024 FCS Over/Unders w/ Zach McKinnell
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Zach McKinnell of FCS Football Central and The Bluebloods. The two discuss some FCS over/unders, including: -Win totals for SDSU, NDSU, Montana, Montana State, USD, and Nova -Number of playoff teams from the Big Sky, CAA, MVFC, and SoCon -Number of Big Sky/MVFC teams in the semifinals -Number of FCS over FBS wins -…
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South Dakota Preview w/ Jay Elsen – Will USD Sustain Its 2023 Success?
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Jay Elsen of Midco Sports to preview the upcoming South Dakota football season. The two discuss: -the difference between last offseason and this offseason for USD football -Offensive talent returning -Aidan Bouman's progression -Defensive question marks and names to step up -USD's portal additions -Overall roster t…
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Idaho Preview w/ Brian Marceau – Vandals On The Rise
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Brian Marceau, host of Tubs at the Club, to chat Idaho football. The two discuss: -Excitement around Idaho football -Jason Eck -Jack Layne at QB -Offensive weapons -OL progression -Strength of the defense -2024 expectations -And more The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ …
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Discussing FCS Quarterbacks w/ Stone Labanowitz
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Stone Labanowitz, former SIU QB and current co-host of FCS Nation Radio The two discuss: -Mark Gronowski staying at SDSU -Analysis of Cam Miller, Cole Gonzales, and Tommy Mellott -Under-the-radar QBs -Transfer portal regrets -Frisco experience -And more The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit http…
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Villanova Preview w/ Ed Benkin: Nova Looks To Be A Contender Again
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Ed Benkin to preview the upcoming Villanova football season. The two discuss: -Nova's run to the quarterfinals last year -Year-to-year inconsistencies -QB Connor Watkins -Nova's defensive potential -Villanova and the CAA -Battle of the Blue future -Villanova football following -And more The podcast is presented by …
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UAlbany Preview w/ Daniel Steenkamer: Great Danes Looking To Reload
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On this episode, Sam is joined by CAA writer Daniel Steenkamer to preview UAlbany. The two discuss: -UAlbany's rise last year -The departures and transfer additions -QB battle -Defense rebuilding -Recruiting -2024 schedule thoughts -And more The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit herosports.com for FCS coverage and sports.betmgm.…
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NDSU Preview w/ Sam Neidermann: Bison Look Championship Caliber Entering 2024
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On this episode, Sam is joined by NDSU radio play-by-play announcer Sam Neidermann The two discuss: -the energy around NDSU football this offseason -new head coach Tim Polasek -Eli Green entering the portal -NDSU's offense -Can the defense elevate its play? -Colorado matchup -NDSU's national title chances -And more The podcast is presented by HERO …
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Montana Preview: Griz Reloading For Another Run w/ Colter Nuanez
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Montana football analyst Colter Nuanez. The two discuss: -Montana fandom at a fever pitch after the national title game appearance -Bobby Hauck's contract -Biggest question for the 2024 Montana football team -Starting QB situation -How good can the offense be? -How the defense looks to reload -Impact transfers -Wil…
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SDSU Preview: Can The Jacks 3-Peat? w/ Matt Zimmer
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On this episode, Sam is joined by South Dakota State beat writer Matt Zimmer. The two discuss: -Mark Gronowski returning? -Biggest questions for SDSU in 2024 -Who are the new weapons on offense? -How good can the defense be? -New offensive coordinator -SDSU's NIL collective -SDSU's chances at a 3-peat -And more The podcast is presented by HERO Spor…
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Patty Viverito Discusses MVFC Multimedia Deal, FCS Playoff Changes, D1 Football Landscape + More
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On this episode, Sam is joined by Missouri Valley Football Conference commissioner Patty Viverito. The two discuss: -MVFC's new multimedia deal that will include national TV -push to seed more teams in the 24-team FCS playoff bracket -FCS Oversight Committee and its top discussion points -transfer portal -future of D1 football and where the MVFC fi…
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April 1, 2024 - Alabama MBB in the Final four
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William Galloway and former Alabama MBB guard, Britton Johnson break down Alabama's first ever appearance in the Final Four.By William Galloway
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson discuss Alabama mens basketball's win over UNC in the 2024 March Madness Sweet 16 and preview the Elite 8 matchup versus Clemson. Follow on Instagram and Twitter: @meanstreetspod.By William Galloway
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March 25, 2024 - March Madness Opening Weekend
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson share their perspective on the first weekend of March Madness 2024, the Crimson Tide headed to the Sweet 16 for the 3rd time in 4 years and the Samford Bulldogs MBB season closing up.By William Galloway
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson take a look at the draw for Samford MBB and Alabama MBB in the 2024 March Madness tournament! Follow @meanstreetspod on Twitter and InstagramBy William Galloway
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March 15, 2024 - Terry Cooper discusses hiring Bucky McMillan at Mountain Brook
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William Galloway sits down with former Mountain Brook High School Athletic Director, Terry Cooper, to discuss Cooper’s hiring of McMillan at the age of 24 to be the varsity basketball head coach. Samford is preparing for its first March Madness appearance in 24 years and McMillan is in his 4th season leading the Bulldogs as head coach. He previousl…
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March 12, 2024: Samford --> SoCon Tournament Champions
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Samford won the men's basketball tournament championship to clinch their spot in the NCAA March Madness Tournament for the first time since 2000. William Galloway and Britton Johnson make sure you know all about it. Support The Mean Streets Podcast by subscribing to the podcast and sharing it with friends!…
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson on the Mean Streets Podcast discussing the end of the Samford men's basketball regular season, the SoCon tournament and Tide hoops and the SEC. Feel free to listen, share, like and subscribe!By William Galloway
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On this episode, Sam records a podcast in Indianapolis alongside HERO Sports’ G5 national writer Colton Pool. The two are in Indy for the NFL Combine. And they hit record to BS about the combine, what covering the G5 is like compared to the FCS, the similarities of the G5 and the FCS, if NDSU will ever get an FBS invite, the future of the CFP, will…
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson discuss Samford MBB's SoCon Championship, Alabama MBB nearing the end of conference play and court storming in college athletics. Listen on Apple and Spotify. Please like, subscribe and share!By William Galloway
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Discussing Delaware's Decision To Go FBS w/ Daniel Steenkamer
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On this episode, Sam is joined by HERO Sports contributor Daniel Steenkamer to discuss Delaware's decision to move to the FBS. They discuss what went into the decision, if Delaware's view toward CUSA changed, how the CAA's membership movement impacted the decision, how Delaware fans feel about the move, and more. The podcast is presented by HERO Sp…
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson welcome Tyler Barnes on their weekly podcast discussing Alabama basketball as the Crimson Tide is 2/3 of the way through its conference slate in the 2024 campaign. Listen for insight from former players.By William Galloway
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FCS, DI-AAA Leaders Chart A Path Forward In Changing D1 Landscape w/ Ryan Ivey
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On this episode, Sam sits down with Stephen F. Austin Director of Athletics Ryan Ivey. He is the co-chair of a working group made up of administrators from the FCS and Division I-AAA to help “redefine and actualize their distinctive role and value within Division I athletics and to chart a path for the future.” Sam and Ryan discuss: -the goal of th…
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson. Follow @meanstreetspod on Twitter and Instagram.By William Galloway
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January 28, 2024 - IBOB recap, Ryan Williams, and more college hoops
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson. Follow @meanstreetspod on Twitter and Instagram.By William Galloway
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The Britton Johnson Curse? January 21, 2024
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson talking college hoops, Alabama football and all you could ever dream of hearing about. Listen, subscribe and share!By William Galloway
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January 14, 2024 - Saban Retires, DeBoer Hired, Hoops Conference Play
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William Galloway and Britton Johnson gab over Nick Saban's retirement announcement, the hiring of Kalen DeBoer, and give you the latest on Alabama and Samford men's basketball.By William Galloway
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Frisco Recap + SDSU’s 2023 Team + SDSU/Montana’s 2024 Lookahead
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On this episode, Sam recaps a fun weekend in Frisco, discussing the scene, atmosphere, and the championship game. Also, where does this SDSU team rank among all-time FCS teams? Will the transfer portal impact SDSU and Montana? And how do the 2024 SDSU and Montana teams look? The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herospor…
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FCS Championship Preview w/ Matt Zimmer & Colter Nuanez
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On this episode, Sam previews the FCS championship with SDSU reporter Matt Zimmer and Montana reporter Colter Nuanez. (16:20) Matt Zimmer discusses the energy around SDSU’s football program and the team’s path to another national championship game. (54:35) Colter Nuanez talks about how Montana turned around its season and how much buzz around the s…
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Montana, SDSU Punch Tickets To The FCS Championship
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On this episode, Sam breaks down the semifinal results. SDSU destroyed UAlbany 59-0 as the scene in Brookings was more entertaining than the game. And in an instant classic, Montana beat NDSU 31-29 in double overtime. That sets up what will be an epic environment for the championship game in Frisco, Texas. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports an…
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Quarterfinal Reactions + Semifinal Preview + Matt Entz Leaving NDSU
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On this episode, Sam looks back at the FCS quarterfinal games and looks ahead to the semifinal matchups. He also touches on the news of Matt Entz leaving NDSU after this season and where the Bison go from here. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ for FCS coverage and https://sports.betmgm.com/en/sports …
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On this episode, Sam previews the FCS quarterfinal games, looking at the matchups, some statistics, and the keys to victory. The predictions article can be read here. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ for FCS coverage and https://sports.betmgm.com/en/sports for online betting odds.…
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On this episode, Sam recaps the second round of the FCS playoffs. SDSU and Montana looked the part of Top 2 seeds. CAA members UAlbany and Villanova dominated. South Dakota and Furman got convincing wins. And NDSU and Idaho won overtime thrillers. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ for FCS coverage and…
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December 3, 2023 - CFP Rankings and Non-Conference Hoops
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Just what you need. Trust me. Follow @meanstreetspod on Twitter and Instagram. William Galloway and Britton Johnson tell you all you need and don't need to know.By William Galloway
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Delaware To The FBS Reaction + 2nd Round Preview
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On this episode, Sam reacts to Delaware moving to the FBS. He dives into what type of impact this has on the FCS, attempting to balance this move hurting the FCS and that the FCS is getting watered down while still trying to calm the “FCS is going to die” online freakouts. The second half of the pod then previews what should be an excellent second …
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On this episode, Sam reacts to the playoff bracket, including thoughts on the seeds, the bubble, and first-round matchups. He also ranks the four corners of the bracket and which pod is toughest before giving his semifinal and national title game predictions. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com/ for FCS …
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Conference-by-Conference Playoff Scenarios + Seed Scenarios
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On this episode, Sam goes conference-by-conference to break down the playoff scenarios, whether it’s the auto-bid, at-large bids, or seedable teams in each league. He ends the podcast by looking at the overall seeding scenarios. There may be seven teams in good position already to secure a seed. And there are potentially four teams battling for the…
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FCS Roundtable w/ Kevin Marshall, Zach McKinnell, & Jamie Williams
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On this episode, Sam brings on a superstar guest lineup for an FCS roundtable discussion. Joining are Kevin Marshall of FCS Nation Radio, Zach McKinnell of The Bluebloods and FCS Football Central, and Jamie Williams of FCS Fans Nation. The guys discuss national award favorites, playoff scenarios in the SoCon/CAA/Big Sky/MVFC, and who the top four s…
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Interview: FCS Playoff Committee Chair Kent Haslam
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FCS playoff committee chair Kent Haslam joins the podcast to help break down many topics: -How often the playoff committee meets -Top 10 rankings reveal -Kent’s duties as the Big Sky rep, but what happens when his school (Montana) is brought up during the selection process -First-round hosting determinations -How the at-large bids and top 8 seeds a…
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On this episode, Sam recaps Week 9 with the 3 Game Balls and a Flag segment, featuring nods to Idaho, Tennessee State, and Portland State RB Jobi Malary. Plus, what does Idaho’s win over Montana State mean for both teams moving forward? Other results around the FCS also caught the eye, including some unranked over ranked wins. Finally, five ranked …
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Interview: Furman Head Coach Clay Hendrix
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Furman head coach Clay Hendrix joins the podcast to talk about this season’s football squad and its No. 3 ranking. He also discusses the Top 10 win over Western Carolina, the improvement of the SoCon, how Furman has built itself for playoff success, being motivated after last year’s UIW loss, plus more talking points.…
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