Archimedes, Pythagoras and all the great mathematicians took a pass on trying to figure out the FCS postseason tiebreakers and chaos, but the good doctors are in the house to decipher it for you. In The FCS Edge, episode 15, co-hosts Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell dive into the big games and possibilities of the final weekend of the regular season leading into Selection Sunday.
Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to hearing:
- This week is the best week of the year for FCS football.
- Auto bids are crucial for playoff scenarios.
- Three HBCUs could finish in the Top 25 this season.
- The Brawl of the Wild is a significant matchup.
- The loser of the Montana/Montana State game could drop in rankings.
- The playoff bubble is as tight as ever this year.
- Zach believes quality wins are more important than quality losses.
- There is a case for expanding the playoff field to 28 teams.
- The gap between FCS teams is closing.
Craig and Zach also welcome in special guests Grace Lawrence and Samuel Akem for an inside look at one of the FCS’ biggest rivalries – No. 3 Montana State at No. 2 Montana.
Here are some of the highlights from our Cat-Griz chat with Grace Lawrence and Samuel Akem:
- The Brawl of the Wild is a significant rivalry game.
- Home field advantage plays a crucial role in rivalry games.
- Montana State's defense is seasoned and deep.
- Tradition and community impact are vital in college football rivalries.
- Key players will determine the outcome of the Brawl.
- The significance of the game extends beyond just football.
- The atmosphere of the game is electric and highly anticipated.
- Predictions suggest a close and competitive game.
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Here are the timestamps to jump to your favorite bits of the show
- 00:00 - Introduction to The FCS Edge and exciting matchups
- 02:58 - FCS playoff scenarios and auto bids
- 06:05 - Key matchups and their implications
- 08:45 - Bubble teams and selection committee dynamics
- 12:03 - Strength of schedule and its impact
- 15:04 - Potential expansion of the playoff field
- 17:59 - Predictions for Week 13 matchups
- 26:50 - Grace Lawrence and Samuel Akem join the show
- 45:34 - Pick 'em segment
