The FCS playoff picture is starting to take shape, and Youngstown State is entering a crucial part of their season. Gino Leone breaks down the updated playoff format, conference championship races, and which teams are most likely to grab at-large bids. Then, he dives deep into YSU’s postseason chances — what the Penguins need to do over the final six games, how realistic fans’ expectations are, and why this season is a crucial step in the program’s rebuild. From Beau Brungard’s leadership to depth in the trenches, Gino explains why 2025 could set the foundation for something special.

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