FCS fans, take a bow, we’ve arrived in FCS championship week.
The Montana State vs. Illinois State matchup is incredible, and Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell will get you ready for it in The FCS Edge, episode 19. From keys to the game to players to watch to predictions, our co-hosts break it all down.
The Stats Perform FCS National Awards Show also will be held this week, highlighted by the announcements of the Walter Payton and Buck Buchanan awards. Master of ceremonies Dom Izzo visits the show to discuss the gala event.
Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to hearing:
- The FCS National Awards Show is a significant event for FCS football.
- Montana State and Illinois State are set for an exciting championship game.
- Key players and matchups will play a crucial role in the outcome.
- Coaching strategies will be pivotal in the championship game.
- Experience and youth dynamics will impact team performance.
- Fan engagement and attendance are expected to be high in Nashville.
- The underdog story of Illinois State adds intrigue to the matchup.
- Montana State's journey to the championship reflects its growth as a program.
- Predictions suggest a competitive game with close scores.
- The significance of the awards show highlights the talent in FCS football.
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Here are the timestamps to jump to your favorite bits of the show:
- 00:00 - Introduction to FCS Championship Game
- 03:08 - Montana State vs. Illinois State: Matchup Analysis
- 05:49 - Key Players and Matchups to Watch
- 09:07 - Coaching Strategies and Experience
- 12:00 - Concerns and Potential Pitfalls
- 15:11 - FCS Championship Game Dynamics
- 18:10 - Attendance and Fan Engagement
- 21:44 - Dom Izzo Joins The Show
- 39:03 - FCS Championship Game Pick 'Em
