FCS Football Talk
332 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 89 ratingsSam Herder shares his FCS analysis, predictions, thoughts, and ramblings on the FCS Football Talk podcast, presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. He also brings on offseason guests from all around the FCS for in-depth conversations.
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Episodes
NFL Draft Prospect Davontae Harris
April 24, 2018 16:10 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBFormer Illinois State defensive back Davontae Harris joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast to talk about his draft stock, his time at the combine, and more.
NFL Draft Prospect Foye Oluokun
April 24, 2018 16:09 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBYale's Foyesade Oluokun talks with HERO Sports' Brin McLaughlin about Ivy League football, the NFL Draft and more.
NFL Draft Prospect Martez Carter
April 24, 2018 16:09 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe former Grambling running back joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast to talk bout his time at Grambling and the opportunities ahead of him in the NFL.
NFL Draft Prospect Chase Edmonds
April 23, 2018 15:45 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBFormer Fordham running back Chase Edmonds talks about his college journey, NFL Draft day plans and more.
NFL Draft Prospect John Franklin-Myers
April 23, 2018 15:44 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBFormer Stephen F. Austin defensive lineman John Franklin-Meyers talks about his time in college and the upcoming NFL Draft.
NFL Draft Risers, Pro Day Winners
April 17, 2018 17:53 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBJim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin talk about the FCS draft prospects who helped their causes in Pro Day workouts, discuss potential Day 2 NFL Draft picks and talk about some late-round prospects who've risen on draft boards.
Northern Iowa's Keelon Brookins Talks College Journey, NFL Draft
April 16, 2018 22:17 - 9 minutes - 8.47 MBSam Herder is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Keelon Brookins, who talks about his journey from Wisconsin to Northern Iowa, his NFL Draft hopes, and more.
Kyle Lauletta Talks NFL Draft and More
April 16, 2018 15:38 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBBrian McLaughlin files another edition of the Kyle Lauletta Draft Diary -- this time in podcast form -- as the former Richmond quarterback prepares for the 2018 NFL Draft.
NFL Draft Risers from the 2018 Combine
March 08, 2018 00:59 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBThe NFL Combine has come and gone, and several FCS players made waves during the on-field drills and workouts, as well as in the interview rooms. Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin talk about the FCS players who helped themselves the most in the workout portion of the NFL Combine -- guys like Fordham running back Chase Edmonds, Stephen F. Austin defensive lineman John Franklin, Illinois State corner Davontae Harris and Richmond quarterback Kyle Lauletta.
Top 5 FCS Draft Prospects Heading into All-Star Games
January 16, 2018 00:37 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBJim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin talk about the top-rated draft prospects from the FCS level heading into the East-West Shrine Bowl, the Senior Bowl and the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, and look at who's trending up at this point in the process.
FCS Championship Q&A with Brian McLaughlin
January 04, 2018 04:51 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBDid you miss our Facebook Live fan Q&A with Brian McLaughlin? Listen to this podcast version as Ben Fox hosts a Facebook Live Q&A with B-Mac to answer all of your questions ahead of the big game.
Recruiting Talk with Michael Evangelista
December 19, 2017 18:25 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to James Madison fan and recruiting guru Michael Evangelista (@Michael_2Clutch). The two discuss the early signing period in college football recruiting and more.
JMU WR Riley Stapleton
December 18, 2017 19:02 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to James Madison wide receiver Riley Stapleton. The two talk about his strong play in the playoffs -- 15 catches, 321 yards, 3 TDs -- how QB Bryan Schor has led the team and the opportunity to return to the FCS Championship.
Grambling LB De'Arius Christmas
December 13, 2017 02:11 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the top tackler of the Celebration Bowl-bound Grambling Tigers, linebacker De'Arius Christmas. Christmas talks about his time at East Mississippi Community College and how he felt the Netflix show Last Chance U reflected his experience at the junior college, how rewarding his journey to Grambling has been, what it was like to be a part of the blocked extra point that was so crucial in last year's Celebration Bowl, what...
North Carolina A&T LB Jeremy Taylor
December 13, 2017 01:38 - 8 minutes - 7.76 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to a linebacker from the undefeated and Celebration Bowl-bound North Carolina A&T Aggies, Jeremy Taylor. Taylor talks about the 2015 Celebration Bowl and what he remembers from the game, how much he's grown as a player since that game, this year's matchup against Grambling, his dedication to special teams, and more.
Grambling RB Martez Carter
December 13, 2017 01:20 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the running back of the Celebration Bowl-bound Grambling Tigers, Martez Carter. Carter talks about the Tigers' win in the 2016 Celebration Bowl, what quarterback Devante Kincade brings to Grambling's offense, the season so far for Grambling and more.
North Carolina A&T QB Lamar Raynard
December 13, 2017 01:03 - 12 minutes - 11 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the quarterback of the undefeated and Celebration Bowl-bound North Carolina A&T Aggies, Lamar Raynard. Raynard talks about winning the Celebration Bowl two years ago and what it's like to play in a game of that magnitude, how the team has fared this year after seeing Tarik Cohen head to and exceed in the NFL, the team's current draft prospect -- offensive lineman Brandon Parker, and the upcoming Celebration Bowl matchup...
James Madison QB Bryan Schor
December 12, 2017 00:23 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to James Madison quarterback Bryan Schor. The two talk the huge win over Weber State in the quarterfinals, JMU's offensive weapons and Schor's ability as a dual-threat QB, his recruitment to JMU and the semifinal matchup with South Dakota State.
Former JMU WR Brandon Ravenel
December 06, 2017 18:44 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to former James Madison wide receiver Brandon Ravenel. Ravenel talks about life after JMU football -- which includes football overseas, the current JMU season and more.
Former JMU OL Matt Frank
December 06, 2017 17:59 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to former James Madison offensive lineman Matt Frank. Frank reflects on last season's championship run and talks about his life after JMU football (which is still heavily involved in JMU football). The two also discuss the current Dukes' season and m...
Weber State coach Jay Hill
December 05, 2017 16:14 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to Weber State head coach Jay Hill. The two talk about the defensive and special teams strengths for Weber State and the upcoming matchup with James Madison, as well as Hill's coaching history and his philosophies after working with coaches like Urban Meyer, Gary Andersen and more.
JMU Coach Mike Houston
November 28, 2017 17:37 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to JMU head coach Mike Houston. The two talk the about the Dukes first playoff game, Houston's commitment to staying at James Madison and more.
Austin Peay Coach Will Healy on FCS Selection Sunday
November 19, 2017 19:44 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBAustin Peay head coach Will Healy joins Brian McLaughlin on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast to talk about the Governors' 2017 season and the outcome from FCS Selection Sunday.
JMU OL Aaron Stinnie
November 13, 2017 19:25 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to JMU offensive lineman and NFL Draft prospect Aaron Stinnie. They talk about the team's 10-0 start, the tough battle with Richmond, his switch from defensive line to offensive line and the upcoming game against Elon.
Austin Peay coach Will Healy
November 13, 2017 18:52 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Austin Peay head coach Will Healy. The two talk about arguably the biggest game in Austin Peay history as the Govs look to defeat Eastern Illinois and earn the team's first-ever spot in the FCS Playoffs. They also talk about the success Jacksonville State has had in OVC play under head coach John Grass, the different ways Austin Peay has won games this season, the Govs' offensive firepower and the Austin Peay fanbase.
Checking in with the Champs -- JMU SID Chris Brooks Returns
November 09, 2017 17:30 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks once again to JMU SID Chris Brooks. Brian and Chris talk the JMU-Richmond rivalry and this weekend's matchup, the JMU win streak of 21 straight games, the Dukes' balanced approach to the season and the playoff outlook as it stands before week 11.
FCS Playoff Berths on the Line, Ivy League and Celebration Bowl
November 08, 2017 22:24 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBBrian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discuss the upcoming FCS Playoffs, the Ivy League title, and the Celebration Bowl frontrunners. Four FCS teams can secure an auto-bid by winning their conference while six auto-bids will definitely be undecided until the final weekend of play. Also, can Yale secure an Ivy League title and is the Celebration Bowl destined for a North Carolina A&T-Grambling State showdown?
Jacksonville State DB Marlon Bridges
November 01, 2017 23:47 - 9 minutes - 8.69 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State sophomore defensive back Marlon Bridges. Brian and Marlon talk about the JSU schedule and FBS opponents, what the JSU defense does so well, why he chose to play at Jacksonville State over FBS offers, what the rabid JSU fanbase is like and more.
Jacksonville State OL Justin Lea
November 01, 2017 21:18 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State offensive lineman Justin Lea. Brian and Justin talk about the tough non-conference JSU schedule year-in and year-out and the matchup last season with LSU, how the best FCS opponents JSU has played aren't that far off from the FBS teams they've faced, his high school days playing defense and JSU's track record with the NFL.
Jacksonville State LB Joel McCandless
November 01, 2017 16:16 - 9 minutes - 8.34 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State linebacker Joel McCandless. Brian and Joel discuss Joel's journey from high school football to JUCO Hinds Community College to Jacksonville State, playing against Auburn in one of his first FCS games, how JSU's defense has played this season, and how the Ohio Valley Conference has improved.
Jacksonville State coach John Grass
October 31, 2017 17:57 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State head coach John Grass. Brian and coach Grass talk about JSU's run in the Ohio Valley Conference and the parity forming in the league, Grass' path from high school coaching to Jacksonville State and his perspective on recruiting as former high school coach and a current college coach. They also talk about defensive lineman Darius Jackson and the atmosphere of JSU football.
Austin Peay DL Jaison Williams
October 25, 2017 20:42 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Austin Peay defensive lineman Jaison Williams. Brian and Jaison talk about how the defense has sparked the Austin Peay turnaround from a 29-straight loss team to a potential playoff squad, the upcoming matchup with Central Florida, his recruitment to Austin Peay and more.
Austin Peay OL Kyle Anderton
October 25, 2017 20:11 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Austin Peay offensive lineman Kyle Anderton. Anderson talks about the team's decision to give up their bye week to take on FBS UCF, his decision to transfer from Vanderbilt to Austin Peay, the differences and similarities between FCS and FBS football, transitioning from playing quarterback in high school to tight end at Vanderbilt to offensive lineman at now at Austin Peay, and more.
Ohio Valley Conference Assistant Commissioner Kyle Schwartz
October 25, 2017 19:34 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBJim Oxley is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Kyle Schwartz, Ohio Valley Conference Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications. Jim and Kyle talk about the perception of the Ohio Valley Conference, how the Austin Peay turnaround has affected the OVC, the importance (or necessity?) of FCS-FBS matchups, how success in football helps other OVC athletic programs, and the OVC's potential to get multiple teams into the FCS playoffs.
WJZM Radio Sports Director Justin Swallows Talks Austin Peay Football
October 25, 2017 18:59 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBJim Oxley is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Justin Swallows, the Sports Director for Middle Tennessee's WJZM Radio and 105.1 The Wolf WVWF, and the host of The Saturday Sports Splash. Jim and Justin discuss the Austin Peay turnaround from 29-straight losses to making a payoff push, the competition level in the OVC and the strength of the recruiting and transfer players, and Swallows makes his case for why FCS voters need to start paying attention to what Austin Peay is doing this s...
Austin Peay QB Jeremiah Oatsvall
October 25, 2017 01:54 - 14 minutes - 3.77 MBBrian McLaughlin and Austin Peay quarterback Jeremiah Oatsvall talk about his recruitment to Austin Peay, the upcoming matchup with FBS UCF and the quest to earn a playoff berth.
Southern Utah coach Demario Warren
October 19, 2017 00:01 - 8 minutes - 2.35 MBBrian McLaughlin and Southern Utah coach Demario Warren talk recruiting at Southern Utah, the difficulties the Big Sky Conference presents, the huge matchup with Eastern Washington, and more.
Mercer head coach Bobby Lamb
October 18, 2017 23:29 - 15 minutes - 4.05 MBBrian McLaughligh and Mercer head coach Bobby Lamb talk about Lamb's playing and coaching days at Furman, starting the program at Mercer and the growth they've seen in the past few years, how QB Kaelan Riley has performed so far and how the defense has meshed this season. They also discus the tough FBS schedule -- Auburn AND Alabama this year -- and more.
Columbia head coach Al Bagnoli
October 18, 2017 20:04 - 17 minutes - 4.68 MBBrian McLaughlin hosts Columbia head coach Al Bagnoli on this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast. The two talk recruiting in the Ivy League, Columbia's strong start, why the Ivy League deosn't participate in the FCS playoffs, and more.
JMU DL Andrew Ankrah
October 17, 2017 00:56 - 19 minutes - 5.16 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to James Madison defensive lineman Andrew Ankrah, who had 4 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks in the GameDay win over Villanova. Brian and Andrew talk about the win over Villanova, Ankrah's family's journey from Ghana to the United States,...
MVFC Talk: YSU-USD Fallout and YSU-NDSU Preview
October 13, 2017 00:08 - 18 minutes - 5.19 MBJim Oxley and Sam Herder talk about ESPN College GameDay's visits to Fargo, discus the South Dakota win over Youngstown State, and preview the North Dakota State at Youngstown State matchup.
Villanova LB Ed Shockley and DB Malik Reaves
October 12, 2017 02:52 - 13 minutes - 3.68 MBBrian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Villanova linebacker Ed Shockley and defensive back Malik Reaves before Villanova heads to James Madison for a CAA matchup on ESPN College GameDay. Shockley talks about watching GameDay as a kid and what it will be like for the team and the FCS level to be featured on the program, how the defense has been so good despite its injuries. Then Reaves talks about Florida high school football and recruiting, what it means to be on GameDay.
One of JMU's Superfans, Michael Evangelista
October 11, 2017 21:46 - 20 minutes - 5.64 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to one of JMU's superfans, Michael Evangelista, ahead of the JMU-Villanova ESPN College GameDay matchup. Check him out on Twitter @Michael_2Clutch.
JMU Writers Brian Hansen and Bennett Conlin
October 11, 2017 01:12 - 20 minutes - 5.74 MBOn this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin Speaks to HERO Sports JMU correspondents Brian Hansen and Bennett Conlin about the last time JMU hosted GameDay and provide some insight on what it's like to be on campus for the big event.
Central Arkansas Coach Steve Campbell, QB Hayden Hildebrand
October 10, 2017 01:00 - 14 minutes - 3.94 MBOn this edition of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin speaks to Central Arkansas head coach Steve Campbell and quarterback Hayden Hildebrand. McLaughlin and Campbell talk about UCA being in the driver's seat in the conference, Hildebrand's strong play so far, the strong play of the offensive line and UCA's recruiting philosophy. Then McLaughlin and Hildebrand talk about all the weapons on the UCA offense, the strength of the QBs in the FCS right now and the team's b...
JMU SID Chris Brooks Talks ESPN College GameDay
October 08, 2017 19:53 - 11 minutes - 3.28 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. ESPN College GameDay is heading to Harrisonburg for the James Madison-Villanova matchup, and HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin hopped on the phone with JMU SID Chris Brooks to talk about the call from GameDay and more.
Playoff Implications, Celebration Bowl Frontrunners, Games to Watch
October 04, 2017 19:15 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBJim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin talk about the FCS playoff picture after 5 weeks of play -- can the MVFC have six seeded teams? Who's next in the CAA behind James Madison? Can the OVC surprise and put three teams in the playoffs? They also discuss the Ivy League's strong start and the Celebration Bowl frontrunners, talk about the many true freshmen quarterbacks playing and starting for FCS teams, and preview the best games of the weekend.
Checking in with the Champs: JMU LB Kyre Hawkins
October 03, 2017 01:38 - 10 minutes - 2.96 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. This week, HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin talks to the leading tackler on the Dukes' defense, senior linebacker Kyre Hawkins. Brian and Kyre talk about the team's stellar run defense and how the group has evolved over the past few years. They also talk about Hawkins' work with the Ray Lewis Foundation, the F...
Top RB's, Important MVFC Weekend, Big Sky Questions, The OVC's Improvement
September 27, 2017 20:54 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBJim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin discus Brian's interviews with top FCS RB's Detrez Newsome from WCU and UT-Martin's Ladarius Galloway, talk about the Big Sky Conference where it looks like Weber State could be a team to keep an eye on, and talk about the improvement in the Ohio Valley Conference, as well as talk about some of the more important games this week. Then Sam Herder joins Jim to talk about the five unbeaten teams in the Missouri Valley Football Conference and preview the two big MVF...
Checking in with the Champs: JMU Beat Writer Greg Madia
September 27, 2017 19:38 - 22 minutes - 6.17 MBCHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS college football season. This week, HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin and Greg Madia, JMU football beat writer at the Daily News-Record, talk Dukes football. The guys discus Harrisonburg and the JMU football atmosphere, what Mike Houston has done for the James Madison program, the Delaware game this weekend and more.