Get the edge on everything FCS football with The FCS Edge. Join expert national FCS writers Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell each week as they break down the biggest stories, standout performances and rising programs from across FCS college football.
From in-depth analysis of the Top 25 to game-changing matchups and players making noise, The FCS Edge gives you the insight and perspective you won’t find anywhere else.
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Get the edge on everything FCS football with The FCS Edge. Join expert national FCS writers Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell each week as they break down the biggest stories, standout performances and rising programs from across FCS college football.
From in-depth analysis of the Top 25 to game-changing matchups and players making noise, The FCS Edge gives you the insight and perspective you won’t find anywhere else.
Subscribe now so you never miss an episode — and be sure to visit https://theanalyst.com/competition/fcs-football/articles for even more coverage and data-driven stories from the world of FCS college football.
With Selection Sunday fast approaching, The FCS Edge has gone right to the source. In episode 13, co-hosts Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell welcome in special guests Mark Wharton, the chair of the FCS playoff selection committee, and Ty Halpin of the NCAA for an informative conservation on how the 24-team field is being built.
Also, Craig and Zach preview and predict key games, pondering if the Week 11 schedule will be as chaotic as last weekend’s results.
Here's some of the highlights from our FCS Playoffs Interview episode
Week 10 was chaotic with many upsets.
Seeding from 1 to 16 added complexity to playoff selections.
Metrics are secondary; the eye test is crucial.
Injuries significantly impact team evaluations.
The Ivy League's automatic bid changes the selection landscape.
The selection committee faces challenges with tight bubbles.
Upcoming matchups could shift playoff dynamics.
Nashville championship week promises to be unique.
The committee's process is thorough and collaborative.
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Here are the timestamps to jump to your favorite bits of the show
00:00 - Welcome and Week 10 Chaos
03:12 - Analyzing Week 10 Upsets
05:56 - Field of 24: Playoff Scenarios
09:07 - Eddie Robinson Award and Coaching Picks
12:01 - FCS Awards Predictions
15:07 - Week 11 Game Previews
18:08 - Mark Wharton and Ty Halpin Join the Show
41:54 - Key Matchups and Predictions
44:14 - Missouri Valley Conference Showdown
47:17 - CAA and Southland Conference Insights
50:18 - MEAC and Delaware State's Rise
53:21 - Closing Thoughts
The FCS Edge
Get the edge on everything FCS football with The FCS Edge. Join expert national FCS writers Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell each week as they break down the biggest stories, standout performances and rising programs from across FCS college football.
From in-depth analysis of the Top 25 to game-changing matchups and players making noise, The FCS Edge gives you the insight and perspective you won’t find anywhere else.
Subscribe now so you never miss an episode — and be sure to visit https://theanalyst.com/competition/fcs-football/articles for even more coverage and data-driven stories from the world of FCS college football.
