FCS college football is giving you a chance to sleep after Friday night’s quarterfinal, but set the alarm because this weekend’s schedule is can’t-miss with one big game after another. In The FCS Edge, episode 17, co-hosts Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell get you ready for all the action.
How did we get to the Elite Eight of the playoffs as well as the Celebration Bowl? What are the keys to the games? Who are the picks?
Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to hearing:
- North Dakota State's playoff elimination was shocking and unexpected.
- Tarleton State is an intriguing team to watch in the playoffs.
- Illinois State outplayed NDSU in almost every aspect of the game.
- Montana's offense has been moving the football smoothly.
- The FCS is seeing more parity this season than ever before.
- Villanova's defense has been impressive, giving up minimal points.
- Tarleton State's unique offensive scheme poses challenges for opponents.
- South Carolina State is looking to overcome last year's Celebration Bowl loss.
- The upcoming weekend promises exciting FCS playoff action.
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Here are the timestamps to jump to your favorite bits of the show:
- 00:00 - Introduction to The FCS Edge
- 02:56 - North Dakota State's shocking elimination
- 05:42 - Emerging contenders: Tarleton State and Montana
- 08:44 - Illinois State's upset victory
- 11:38 - UC Davis and Montana's impressive performances
- 14:54 - The rise of South Dakota
- 17:56 - Villanova's strong defense and quarterback play
- 20:44 - Tarleton State's dominance and future prospects
- 23:53 - Stephen F. Austin and Montana State's winning streaks
- 26:09 - Heated exchanges and emotional responses in football
- 29:20 - Celebration Bowl: A financial and cultural perspective
- 34:55 - Quarterfinal picks: Analyzing matchups and predictions
- 43:31 - Celebration Bowl preview: South Carolina State vs. Prairie View A&M
