FCS Football Talk Network

Sam Herder
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The FCS Football Talk Network is a network of podcasts hosted by FCS Analyst Sam Herder. The shows include FCS Talk and FCS Gameday.  -FCS Talk brings on different guests, including FCS coaches, commissioners, athletic directors, and FCS media. FCS Football Central Senior Editor Zach McKinnell is the guest co-host throughout the fall. -FCS GameDay gets you ready for the upcoming weekend of games with a slew of media appearance segments by Sam.

  1. Aug 20

    Most Important FCS Game Of Every Week

    On this episode, Sam discusses the most important FCS game of every week. Which matchups will have the biggest implications for the Top 25 polls and the playoff picture?

    Most Important FCS Game Of Every Week

  2. Aug 18

    Best Returning FCS Player At Each Position

    On this episode, Sam and Zach pick their best returning player at each position in a snake draft format.  They break down their top QB, RB, WR, TE, OL, DT, DE, LB, S, and CB. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

  3. Aug 14

    Under-The-Radar Storylines Entering The 2026 Season

    On this episode, Sam and Zach go back and forth on some under-the-radar storylines ahead of the 2026 FCS season. From regional storylines, to conference and national storylines, to players and coaches … there is no shortage of interesting topics as the season approaches. The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

  4. Aug 6

    Most Likely FCS Over FBS Upsets

    On this episode, Sam discusses his most likely FCS over FBS upsets in the 2026 season. Will the number of FCS over FBS wins increase this fall? And would one of them even be considered an upset?

    Most Likely FCS Over FBS Upsets

  5. Aug 4

    Comparing & Contrasting Our Top 25s To The Media Poll’s Ranking

    On this episode, Sam and Zach compare and contrast their Top 25 ballots to the media poll’s rankings. Who are they higher on compared to other voters? What teams are they a bit more hesitant about? Who could rise or fall quickly from their preseason rankings? Those discussion points and much more! The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds

  6. Jul 31

    Top 5 Preseason Favorites To Win The Buck Buchanan Award

    On this episode, Sam breaks down his Top 5 preseason favorites to win the 2026 Buck Buchanan Award. Two defensive ends, two safeties, and a linebacker make the Top 5.

    Top 5 Preseason Favorites To Win The Buck Buchanan Award

  7. Jul 28

    Top 5 Preseason Favorites To Win The Walter Payton Award

    On this episode, Sam breaks down his Top 5 preseason favorites to win the 2026 Walter Payton Award. A loaded race is sure to ensue this fall with multiple All-American quarterbacks returning. But can a non-QB win the award for the first time since 2016?

    Top 5 Preseason Favorites To Win The Walter Payton Award

  8. Jul 23

    And We're Back! With Some Exciting Plans For The 2026 Season

    Sam's 8-week parental leave is coming to a close, which means new and fresh podcast episodes are coming your way soon! And by popular demand, the number of episodes will be increasing to 2-3 per week for the upcoming season. In this podcast channel, now called the FCS Football Talk Network, three shows will air: -FCS Football Talk (presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM) -FCS Talk w/ Sam Herder -FCS Gameday

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The FCS Football Talk Network is a network of podcasts hosted by FCS Analyst Sam Herder. The shows include FCS Talk and FCS Gameday.  -FCS Talk brings on different guests, including FCS coaches, commissioners, athletic directors, and FCS media. FCS Football Central Senior Editor Zach McKinnell is the guest co-host throughout the fall. -FCS GameDay gets you ready for the upcoming weekend of games with a slew of media appearance segments by Sam.

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