FCS Football Talk

Western Carolina QB Tyrie Adams, DB Keion Crossen

September 26, 2017 19:51 - 13 minutes - 3.61 MB

Brian McLaughlin speaks to Western Carolina quarterback Tyrie Adams and defensive back Keion Crossen. Adams talks about WCU's fast start in games, the trip to Hawaii to open the season, playing in spotlight games and the upcoming Chattanooga matchup. Then, Crossen talks about the defense's improvement this year, his key pass breakup in the Samford matchup, and how the defense prepares for multiple offensive attacks within conference play.

Austin Peay LB Gunnar Scholato

September 21, 2017 20:19 - 9 minutes - 2.6 MB

Brian McLaughlin and Austin Peay junior linebacker Gunnar Scholato discus the Govs' win to break a 29-game losing streak and talk about what's next for Austin Peay.

Austin Peay Head Coach Will Healy

September 20, 2017 15:20 - 11 minutes - 3.39 MB

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.

JMU Coach Mike Houston on Trai Sharp, Cardon Johnson

September 19, 2017 23:20 - 7 minutes - 2.1 MB

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.

NDSU, JMU Dominate, Weekend Preview, Can Austin Peay End the Streak?

September 15, 2017 03:25 - 38 minutes - 10.7 MB

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.

JMU SID Chris Brooks Talks ECU Win and More

September 04, 2017 21:01 - 19 minutes - 5.58 MB

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.

Grambling's Martez Carter, Devante Kincade and Trenton Scott

August 31, 2017 12:25 - 21 minutes - 4.2 MB

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 QB Kevin Anderson Talks Chase Edmonds, Army Matchup

August 31, 2017 12:10 - 13 minutes - 2.83 MB

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.

Missouri Valley, Big Sky and Pioneer League Preview

August 31, 2017 01:53 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

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.

Top Returning Offensive Players and Chase Edmonds' "Chase"-ing a Record

August 31, 2017 01:43 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

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.

Week 1 Preview, FBS vs. FCS and Grambling Players Talk

August 30, 2017 19:52 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

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.

2017 FCS Preseason Rankings Explained

August 17, 2017 19:57 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

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.

2017 Northeast Conference and Patriot League Preview

August 15, 2017 22:08 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin kick off a series of conference previews with the Northeast Conference and the Patriot League.

Top 10 FCS Victories Over Power Five Programs

August 09, 2017 21:01 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discus Brian's list of the top 10 upsets of Power 5 schools by current FCS football programs.

Top 2018 NFL Draft Prospects and 2019 Prospects to Watch

August 02, 2017 22:48 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin take a summer dive deep into the top draft prospects in the FCS.

FCS 2018 NFL Draft Prospects

May 11, 2017 22:19 - 30 minutes

JIm Oxley and Brian McLaughlin get into a way-too-early discussion of the top 2018 NFL Draft prospects in the FCS level, including guys like Jake Wieneke, Dallas Goedert, Jeremiah Briscoe and more.

NFL Draft and Undrafted Free Agency Breakdown

May 04, 2017 22:39 - 24 minutes

Jim and Brian break down the results from the NFL Draft -- where are FCS players headed, who got drafted, and who signed in undrafted free agency?

Top FCS NFL Draft Prospects, NFL Draft Preview

April 25, 2017 21:51 - 26 minutes

Jim and Brian break down the top FCS prospects in the NFL Draft, discuss the potential for around 20 FCS players to be drafted, and look at which NFL teams are giving the FCS prospects a look.

NFL Draft Prospects on the Rise

April 19, 2017 16:25 - 22 minutes

Brian and Jim talk FCS NFL Draft prospects who are moving up draft boards with only a week to go until the NFL Draft.

FCS Success Stories and NFL Quarterback Prospects

April 13, 2017 20:18 - 30 minutes

Description: Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley go over the interesting stories for potential NFL Draft picks Josh Thornton, Eric Saubert and De'Angelo Henderson. They also discuss the FCS quarterback NFL Draft class -- Kyle Sloter, Zach Conque, Brady Gustafson and Alek Torgersen.

1:12 The HERO Sports FCS Combine

April 06, 2017 23:34 - 25 minutes

Jim and Brian discuss pro day results for the top FCS NFL Draft Prospects.

1.11: FCS Combine Snubs who were NFL Draft Picks

March 30, 2017 02:46 - 18 minutes

On the latest episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin and managing editor Jim Oxley talk about the history of FCS players who weren;'t invited to the NFL Combine, but were still taken in the NFL Draft. The guys also speculate on who could follow that route this year in the 2017 NFL Draft.

1.10: FCS Pro Days, NFL Draft Update

March 22, 2017 22:45 - 26 minutes

Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discuss the importance of pro days at the FCS level, get into some FCS players who weren't invited to the combine but had strong pro days, and end with an update on the current draft stock of the top FCS candidates.

1.9: FCS NFL Draft History

March 15, 2017 20:50 - 18 minutes

Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discuss: FCS first round draft picks (quarterbacks dominate); top overall draft picks from FCS schools (Ivy Leagues were dominant early in FBS history); top draft picks from the CAA (Villanova has sent a ton of draft picks to the NFL); and top draft picks from the MVFC (Don't forget about Southern Illinois).

1.8: Top FCS Performers at the NFL Combine

March 08, 2017 21:18 - 25 minutes

Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin discus the top FCS performers at the NFL Combine: (1:20) Derek Rivers, OLB/DE, Youngstown State; (6:45) Brendan Langley, DB, Lamar; and Jessamen Dunker, OL, Tennessee State; (8:30) De'Angelo Henderson, RB, Coastal Carolina; (10:50) Corey Levin, OL, Chattanooga; (13:50) Erik Austell, OL, Charleston Southern; (15:00) Eric Saubert, TE, Drake; (16:25) Tarik Cohen, RB, NC A&T. They also discus guys who might have underperformed, but didn't hurt their draft stock, lik...

1.7: FCS Draft Combine Risers and Snubs

February 28, 2017 21:50 - 24 minutes

HERO Sports managing editor Jim Oxley and lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin discus the NFL Combine, and highlight FCS players on the rise ahead of the combine, including: Kendrick Bourne, Eastern Washington WR (1:30); Avery Moss, Youngstown State DE (4:00); De'Aangelo Henderson, Coastal Carolina RB (6:20); Cameron Lee, Illinois State OG and Jerry Ugokwe, William & Mary (8:55); and other FCS combine invites on the rise (12:30). They also discus some of the players who were left off of the invit...

1.6: FCS 2017 NFL Draft Prospects, Cooper Kupp

February 22, 2017 20:21 - 27 minutes

HERO Sports' Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin break down several FCS players who should be NFL Draft picks this season including Eastern Washington wide receiver Cooper Kupp (1:00), Youngstown State defensive end Derek Rivers (5:37), Saint Francis (PA) free safety Lorenzo Jerome (8:21), Villanova defensive end Tanoh Passagnon (12:04), Bucknell offensive tackle Julie'n Davenport (14:20), and other potential draft prospects from the FCS level (16:30). Then McLaughlin breaks down Cooper Kupp and ...

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