FCS Football Talk

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 -Will Montana take another step toward wi

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 moreThe podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.com

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 fits in-potential employee model in colleg

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 the G5/top-of-FCS merger ever ha

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 Sports and BetMGM. Visit https://heros

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 this working group-how mid-majors

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://herosports.com/ for FCS coverage and https:/

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 state there is for the Griz.The p

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 and BetMGM. Visit https://herosports.co

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 for online betting odds.