FCS Football Talk
Episodes
Episode 5: Dad's Out of Town II
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While Brian sips Mai Tais in an exotic, faraway land, Sam and Chase discuss huge roster news out of Bozeman. Plus: the FCS games we most want to atten...
Ep 4: Who are the Lakers of FCS Football?
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Brian, Chase & Sam react to massive news at the start of NBA Free Agency. What program compares most closely with the LA Lakers? Plus: Brian talks rec...
Offseason Previews, FCS vs. FBS Atmospheres and More
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Chase, Sam and Brian talk about what has jumped out when writing the early FCS "Two A Days" previews, how Brian would contrast his days being around F...
Episode 2: Dad is Out of Town
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While Brian is on vacation, Sam and Chase wonder -- can you be a fan of a program and still cover the team objectively? That, plus amusing stories fro...
Preseason Top 25 and All-Americans, HERO Sports FCS Additions
13 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Brian, Sam and Chase debut the soon-to-be-named new FCS Podcast following the recent additions to the HERO Sports FCS Staff. They also talk off-season...
NFL Draft Prospect Keion Crossen
27 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The former Western Carolina defensive back joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast and talks with Brian McLaughlin about his time in college and the NFL Dra...
NFL Draft Prospect Jamil Demby
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The former Maine offensive lineman talks to Brian McLaughlin about his time in college, the NFL Draft and more.
NFL Draft Prospect D'Montre Wade
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former Murray State defensive back D'Montre Wade joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast and chats with Brian McLaughlin about his college career, his poten...
NFL Draft Prospect Greg Senat and Wagner coach Jason Houghtaling
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
HERO Sports' Brian McLaughlin talks to Wagner head coach Jason Houghtaling and offensive tackle Greg Senat about Senat's potential in the NFL Draft an...
NFL Draft Prospect Tremon Smith
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former Central Arkansas cornerback Tremon Smith joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast to talk about his time in college and the upcoming NFL Draft.
NFL Draft Prospect Bilal Nichols
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former Delaware defensive lineman Bilal Nichols talks to HERO Sports' Brian McLaughlin about his time in college, the NFL Draft and more.
NFL Draft Prospect Davontae Harris
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former Illinois State defensive back Davontae Harris joins the HERO Sports FCS Podcast to talk about his draft stock, his time at the combine, and mor...
NFL Draft Prospect Foye Oluokun
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Yale's Foyesade Oluokun talks with HERO Sports' Brin McLaughlin about Ivy League football, the NFL Draft and more.
NFL Draft Prospect Martez Carter
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The 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
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former Fordham running back Chase Edmonds talks about his college journey, NFL Draft day plans and more.
NFL Draft Prospect John Franklin-Myers
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Former 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
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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...
Northern Iowa's Keelon Brookins Talks College Journey, NFL Draft
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sam 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 hop...
Kyle Lauletta Talks NFL Draft and More
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin files another edition of the Kyle Lauletta Draft Diary -- this time in podcast form -- as the former Richmond quarterback prepares fo...
NFL Draft Risers from the 2018 Combine
08 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The 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 ...
Top 5 FCS Draft Prospects Heading into All-Star Games
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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...
FCS Championship Q&A with Brian McLaughlin
04 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Did 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...
Recruiting Talk with Michael Evangelista
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to James Madison fan and recruiting guru Michael Evangelista (@Michael_2Clutch...
JMU WR Riley Stapleton
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Grambling LB De'Arius Christmas
13 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the top tackler of the Celebration Bowl-bound Grambling Tigers, linebacke...
North Carolina A&T LB Jeremy Taylor
13 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to a linebacker from the undefeated and Celebration Bowl-bound North Carolina A...
Grambling RB Martez Carter
13 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the running back of the Celebration Bowl-bound Grambling Tigers, Martez C...
North Carolina A&T QB Lamar Raynard
13 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin talks to the quarterback of the undefeated and Celebration Bowl-bound North Carolina ...
James Madison QB Bryan Schor
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On 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...
Former JMU WR Brandon Ravenel
06 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Former JMU OL Matt Frank
06 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Weber State coach Jay Hill
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On 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 speci...
JMU Coach Mike Houston
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On 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...
Austin Peay Coach Will Healy on FCS Selection Sunday
19 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Austin 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 ...
JMU OL Aaron Stinnie
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin speaks to JMU offensive lineman and NFL Draft prospect Aaron Stinnie. They talk about...
Austin Peay coach Will Healy
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian 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 Aus...
Checking in with the Champs -- JMU SID Chris Brooks Returns
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
FCS Playoff Berths on the Line, Ivy League and Celebration Bowl
08 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discuss the upcoming FCS Playoffs, the Ivy League title, and the Celebration Bowl frontrunners. Four FCS teams can secu...
Jacksonville State DB Marlon Bridges
01 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State sophomore defensive back Marlon Bridges. Brian and Marlon talk abou...
Jacksonville State OL Justin Lea
01 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State offensive lineman Justin Lea. Brian and Justin talk about the tough...
Jacksonville State LB Joel McCandless
01 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Jacksonville State linebacker Joel McCandless. Brian and Joel discuss Joel's journey f...
Jacksonville State coach John Grass
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian 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 i...
Austin Peay DL Jaison Williams
25 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Austin Peay defensive lineman Jaison Williams. Brian and Jaison talk about how the defens...
Austin Peay OL Kyle Anderton
25 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Austin Peay offensive lineman Kyle Anderton. Anderson talks about the team's decision to ...
Ohio Valley Conference Assistant Commissioner Kyle Schwartz
25 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Oxley is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Kyle Schwartz, Ohio Valley Conference Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications. Jim a...
WJZM Radio Sports Director Justin Swallows Talks Austin Peay Football
25 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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 WVW...
Austin Peay QB Jeremiah Oatsvall
25 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin and Austin Peay quarterback Jeremiah Oatsvall talk about his recruitment to Austin Peay, the upcoming matchup with FBS UCF and the...
Southern Utah coach Demario Warren
19 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin and Southern Utah coach Demario Warren talk recruiting at Southern Utah, the difficulties the Big Sky Conference presents, the huge m...
Mercer head coach Bobby Lamb
18 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughligh and Mercer head coach Bobby Lamb talk about Lamb's playing and coaching days at Furman, starting the program at Mercer and the growt...
Columbia head coach Al Bagnoli
18 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin hosts Columbia head coach Al Bagnoli on this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast. The two talk recruiting in the Ivy League, Colum...
JMU DL Andrew Ankrah
17 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
MVFC Talk: YSU-USD Fallout and YSU-NDSU Preview
13 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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 D...
Villanova LB Ed Shockley and DB Malik Reaves
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin is joined on the HERO Sports FCS Podcast by Villanova linebacker Ed Shockley and defensive back Malik Reaves before Villanova heads t...
One of JMU's Superfans, Michael Evangelista
11 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
JMU Writers Brian Hansen and Bennett Conlin
11 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, Brian McLaughlin Speaks to HERO Sports JMU correspondents Brian Hansen and Bennett Conlin about the la...
Central Arkansas Coach Steve Campbell, QB Hayden Hildebrand
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the HERO Sports FCS Podcast, lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin speaks to Central Arkansas head coach Steve Campbell and quarterback ...
JMU SID Chris Brooks Talks ESPN College GameDay
08 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Playoff Implications, Celebration Bowl Frontrunners, Games to Watch
04 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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 b...
Checking in with the Champs: JMU LB Kyre Hawkins
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Top RB's, Important MVFC Weekend, Big Sky Questions, The OVC's Improvement
27 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim 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 B...
Checking in with the Champs: JMU Beat Writer Greg Madia
27 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: The FCS Podcast will be bringing you updates from the reigning FCS Champion James Madison Dukes throughout the 2017 FCS c...
Western Carolina QB Tyrie Adams, DB Keion Crossen
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin speaks to Western Carolina quarterback Tyrie Adams and defensive back Keion Crossen. Adams talks about WCU's fast start in games, the...
Austin Peay LB Gunnar Scholato
21 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 fo...
Austin Peay Head Coach Will Healy
20 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
JMU Coach Mike Houston on Trai Sharp, Cardon Johnson
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: Brian McLaughlin and James Madison coach Mike Houston talk about how Houston and the Dukes handled a tough situation -- r...
NDSU, JMU Dominate, Weekend Preview, Can Austin Peay End the Streak?
15 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 Easte...
JMU SID Chris Brooks Talks ECU Win and More
04 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
CHECKING IN WITH THE CHAMPS: HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin chatted with James Madison Sports Information Director Chris Brooks (@CBrook...
Grambling's Martez Carter, Devante Kincade and Trenton Scott
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
HERO Sports lead FCS writer Brian McLaughlin speaks to a few Grambling players -- running back Martez Carter, quarterback Devante Kincade and offen...
Fordham QB Kevin Anderson Talks Chase Edmonds, Army Matchup
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Missouri Valley, Big Sky and Pioneer League Preview
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Herder and Jim Oxley preview FCS football in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Big Sky Conference and the Pioneer League, providing pla...
Top Returning Offensive Players and Chase Edmonds' "Chase"-ing a Record
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ques...
Week 1 Preview, FBS vs. FCS and Grambling Players Talk
30 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discus week 1 FCS matchups including upset opportunities in FCS vs. FBS games. Then, catch an interview between Brian M...
2017 FCS Preseason Rankings Explained
17 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Oxley and Colt Kesselring discuss HERO Sports' preseason BennettRank for the FCS and explain why it looks so different from other rankings out the...
2017 Northeast Conference and Patriot League Preview
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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
09 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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
02 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin take a summer dive deep into the top draft prospects in the FCS.
FCS 2018 NFL Draft Prospects
11 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 Wien...
NFL Draft and Undrafted Free Agency Breakdown
04 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
NFL Draft Prospects on the Rise
19 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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
13 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Description: Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley go over the interesting stories for potential NFL Draft picks Josh Thornton, Eric Saubert and De'Angelo He...
1:12 The HERO Sports FCS Combine
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jim and Brian discuss pro day results for the top FCS NFL Draft Prospects.
1.11: FCS Combine Snubs who were NFL Draft Picks
30 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 histor...
1.10: FCS Pro Days, NFL Draft Update
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 h...
1.9: FCS NFL Draft History
15 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin and Jim Oxley discuss: FCS first round draft picks (quarterbacks dominate); top overall draft picks from FCS schools (Ivy Leagues wer...
1.8: Top FCS Performers at the NFL Combine
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
1.7: FCS Draft Combine Risers and Snubs
28 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
1.6: FCS 2017 NFL Draft Prospects, Cooper Kupp
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
HERO Sports' Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin break down several FCS players who should be NFL Draft picks this season including Eastern Washington wide...
1.5: FCS All-America Team
31 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin discuss this year's FCS All-American Team.
1.4: FCS Playoffs Semifinals Analysis
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McLaughlin joins Jim Oxley to break down the semifinals of the FCS Playoffs.
1.3: FCS Playoffs Quarterfinals Analysis
13 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Oxley and Brian McLaughlin discuss the FCS quarterfinals.
1.2: FCS Playoffs Round 2 Analysis
04 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Fox and Brian McLaughlin break down Round 2 of the FCS Playoffs.
1.1: FCS Playoffs Round 1 Analysis
27 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Jim OIxley and Brian McLaughlin break down Round 1 of the FCS Playoffs.