Harvard Schedules Tough OOC Games + FCS Misses Prime Opportunity For Week 0 Scheduling

An Early 2026 FCS Preseason Top 15

On this episode, Sam breaks down his early FCS Top 15 teams heading into the 2026 season.

Harvard Schedules Tough OOC Games + FCS Misses Prime Opportunity For Week 0 Scheduling

On this episode, Sam talks about Harvard branching out and scheduling tough non-conference games [https://herosports.com/fcs-harvard-announces-strong-non-conference-games-bzbz/] against FCS playoff contenders. He also discusses the Week 0 slate this year and how it was a missed opportunity for the FCS. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports [https://herosports.com/] for FCS coverage and BetMGM [https://www.betmgm.com/en/sports?utm_source=herosports&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=homepage&utm_content=risk_free] for online betting odds.

Top Returning FCS Linebackers

On this episode, Sam breaks down his top 30 returning FCS linebackers. The ranking in article form can be found here [https://herosports.com/fcs-football-top-returning-2026-linebackers-bzbz/]. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports [https://herosports.com/] for FCS coverage and BetMGM [https://www.betmgm.com/en/sports?utm_source=herosports&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=homepage&utm_content=risk_free] for online betting odds.

Top Returning FCS Quarterbacks

On this episode, Sam breaks down his top 25 returning FCS quarterbacks. The ranking in article form can be found here [https://herosports.com/fcs-football-top-returning-2026-quarterbacks-bzbz/].

Southland Conference Commissioner Chris Grant

On this episode, Sam is joined by Southland Conference Commissioner Chris Grant. They discuss: -Multiple Southland players as 2026 NFL Draft prospects -Player retention and the transfer portal -FCS playoff committee emphasizing D1 opponents -FCS Kickoff status  -Autonomy subdivision discussions  -Update on private equity and the FCS playoffs  -Update on FCS championship game bid process -And more