The FCS Edge

Can the FCS Shock the FBS in Week 1?

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They filled up pretty well on the appetizers when the 2025 FCS football season kicked off last weekend. But in “The FCS Edge,” episode 3, co-hosts Craig Haley and Zach McKinnell go all in with the full course of Week 1 action.

The schedule of games is delicious, including potential FCS vs. FBS upsets. Plus, Stan Becton from NCAA.com visits as a special guest to continue our preview and predictions for the entire season ahead.

Here's what you can look forward to "The FCS Edge," episode 3:
  • Week 0 provided insights into under-the-radar players and teams.
  • Potential dark horse teams include Southern Illinois and Illinois State.
  • FCS-vs.-FBS matchups are crucial for gaining national attention.
  • North Carolina Central's offensive line showed great potential in its last game.
  • Tarleton State's shutout win sets it up for a strong matchup against Army.
  • The Walter Payton Award candidates include quarterbacks Aidan Bouman (South Dakota) and Derek Robertson (Monmouth).
  • Lehigh aims to make a statement against Richmond in the season's first Patriot League game.
  • Sacramento State's new go-go offense will be tested against South Dakota State's defense.
  • The SWAC has a chance to end a long FBS losing streak this season.

    • Week 1 is here — FCS upsets, dark horses and bold predictions are on deck. This is the episode you can’t miss.

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    Timestamps

    00:00 Introduction

    00:55 Under-the-Radar Players in Week 0
    02:10 Week 0 Review
    10:38 NDSU Season Gets Underway
    11:14 FCS-vs-FBS Picks
    17:56 Stan Becton Joins The Show
    19:14 Playoff Dark Horses
    20:16 Key HBCU Storylines
    26:37 Walter Payton Picks
    27:44 Buck Buchanan Picks
    30:22 Week 1 Pick 'Ems.

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