FCS Football Talk

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss: -Biggest takeaways from Week 5 -How does Montana State respond? -The SoCon race -SDSU moving to No. 1 -Youngstown State's rise -The upcoming Tarleton State at Austin Peay game -And more For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss: -Biggest takeaways from Week 4 -4 ranked teams lose to unranked opponents -Montana and Youngstown State get huge ranked wins -Montana State overcomes injuries for a ranked victory -Tennessee Tech's comeback win -And more For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

On this episode of the FCS Daily Dose, Sam and Zach discuss:  -Biggest takeaways from Week 3 -SDSU’s Top 10 win and Chase Mason’s injury -CAA and Patriot League races -How we ranked South Dakota -SFA rising in the rankings -Reacting to Montana’s and Montana State’s performances -And more For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss: -Biggest takeaways from Week 2 -A strong Tier 2 in the FCS -Top 25 ballots discussion -G6 vs. FCS gap -Recruiting the transfer portal -And more For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss their biggest takeaways from Week 1. Tarleton State, The Citadel, and Idaho State all knocked off FBS opponents, while West Florida continues to impress. They then look ahead to Week 2, including Montana State and Illinois State being favored against their FBS opponents. Two ranked matchups also highlight the slate: No. 16 William & Mary at No. 9 Lehigh an...

A preseason press conference was held for FCS media members on Aug. 25, allowing us to ask questions about the playoffs and championship. FCS Championship Committee Chair Kit Hughes (Holy Cross AD), Vice Chair Leon Costello (Montana State AD), and the NCAA’s Ty Halpin were in attendance. 

Hosted by Sam Herder and Brad Jones, the MonDak Football Show is syndicated across 11 radio stations and 13 content websites in the Midwest, highlighting the FCS powers in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. For daily podcasts by Sam, check out  Sam Herder Sports  on Patreon.

Listen to this week's FCS Herd w/ Sam Herder and Colter Nuanez, which originally aired on 102.9 ESPN Missoula. To watch the video version along with other FCS/Big Sky shows, check out the  Skyline Sports YouTube channel . For daily podcasts by Sam, check out Sam Herder Sports on Patreon.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss: -West Florida beating SIU in its D1 debut -Tarleton’s offense impresses -Austyn Modrzewski hype train -Competitive Big Sky and SoCon races  -Thoughts on Montana's and UC Davis' close wins -Week 1 top games -And more

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?

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.

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.

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?

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...

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.