FCS Football Talk Network

Brian McLaughlin and Austin Peay head coach Will Healy talk about the big win that snapped a 29-game losing streak for the Governors. They also talk about what it's like to move on from an emotional event like that win and what is next for Austin Peay.

CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: Brian McLaughlin and James Madison coach Mike Houston talk about how Houston and the Dukes handled a tough situation -- running back Trai Sharp learning about his father passing away after the team's win on Saturday against Norfolk State, and the team losing running back Cardon Johnson for the season to an injury.

Sam Herder and Jim Oxley discus the dominance of NDSU and JMU to start the season, talk the big UND-USD matchup, and discus the outlook for both Eastern Washington and Howard. Then, Brian McLaughlin and Jim talk Austin Peay and if they will break a 29-game losing streak, and also talk about the remaining undefeated FCS teams and discus which of them have a chance to stay that way after this weekend.

CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin chatted with James Madison Sports Information Director Chris Brooks (@CBrooksSID) following the Dukes' win over FBS East Carolina in week 1. Brian and Chris talk about the 34-14 victory over the Pirates and the confidence the Dukes had going into the matchup, provide insight on head coach Mike Houston, talk about the passion of JMU fans, and more.

HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin speaks to a few Grambling​ players -- running back Martez Carter, quarterback Devante Kincade and offensive lineman Trenton Scott. Check out the mindset of the Tigers' as they prepare for the season.

Fordham running back Chase Edmonds has his sights set on setting the all-time rushing record, and HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin talked to Fordham quarterback Kevin Anderson, Edmonds' roommate and close friend. Check out their conversation, which also entails the upcoming matchup against Army.

Sam Herder and Jim Oxley preview FCS football in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Big Sky Conference and the Pioneer League, providing players to watch, conference favorites and more.

Sam Herder and Jim Oxley discus the top returning players in each FCS conference. Then, Brian McLaughlin and Jim talk about Chase Edmonds and his quest to break the all time FCS (and maybe FBS) rushing record. Finally, Fordham QB Kevin Anderson talks to Brian about Chase Edmonds.

Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discus week 1 FCS matchups including upset opportunities in FCS vs. FBS games. Then, catch an interview between Brian McLaughlin and Grambling players Martez Carter, Devante Kincade and Trenton Scott.

Jim Oxley and Colt Kesselring discuss HERO Sports' preseason BennettRank for the FCS and explain why it looks so different from other rankings out there.