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RECAP + TOP 25 POLL WE UNVEIL THE PLAYOFF BRACKET PREVIEW ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND UPDATE PICKS SEGMENT

Segment 1: The Recap We break down the highlights and surprises from last week’s games, including dominant wins from NDSU and SDSU, a nail-biter between MSU and UC Davis, and all the action that shook up the Top 25 . Plus, our Player of the Week spotlight shines on the standout who delivered big. Segment 2: Mailbag You asked, we answered! Tune in as we tackle your burning questions about the FCS l...

In this episode, we celebrate one of the most dominant forces in FCS football, David Walker , linebacker and defensive captain for the Central Arkansas Bears. Known as the “King of the FCS,” David has etched his name into the history books with his record-breaking performances, including 18 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks during the 2023 season. A three-time All-American, inaugural UAC Defensive Pl...

RECAP SEGMENT IS THE PURITY OF OUR ONCE BELOVED GAME GONE?! PREVIEW SEGMENT | THE SLATE IS LOADED! PICKS SEGMENT HONORARY CAPTAINS OF THE WEEK | Furman's Evan DiMaggio and Northwestern Mutual Greenville, SC John Tripoli 🍋🍋🍋🍋

We’re joined by Furman University linebacker Evan DiMaggio and John Tripoli, Managing Director at Northwestern Mutual in Greenville, SC. Evan is one of just 11 athletes nationwide competing to raise critical funds and awareness for pediatric cancer. Together with John, they dive into Furman football, the impact of Northwestern Mutual’s philanthropic efforts, and why athletes are at the forefront o...

This week features Richmond Spiders’ captain TJ Baldwin and his partner in the fight against childhood cancer, Heather Zepeda, Managing Partner at Northwestern Mutual Virginia. They dive into Richmond Spiders football, the power of a positive mindset, and how YOU can join the cause! Northwestern Mutual & FCS Nation are teaming up to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Each player is dedi...

RECAP FRANK GOGOLA PREVIEWS MONTANA UC DAVIS PREVIEW PICKS SEGMENT HONORARY CAPTAINS OF THE WEEK - RICHMOND SPIDER TJ BALDWIN AND HEATHER ZEPEDA, Managing Partner Northwestern Mutual Virginia #OneRichmond

Join us for an episode with our Honorary Captains of the Week, Daniel Sobkowicz, Illinois State Redbirds wide receiver and Managing Partner at Northwestern Mutual Chicagoland Ryan Kramer. Not only is Daniel leading the charge on the field, but he’s also championing a cause close to his heart: the fight against childhood cancer. In this special episode, we’ll dive into Daniel’s role in Northwestern...

RECAP FCS PLAYOFF COMMITTEE TOP 10 RANKINGS BREAKDOWN PREVIEW STONY BROOK QUARTERBCK Tyler Drake-Knoop is this week's STONE COLD QUARTERBACK PICKS SEGMENT ... most UPSET SPECIALS of the entire season 👀

RECAP OFFESNIVE & DEFENSIVE PLAYERS OF THE YEAR (WATCH LIST) PREVIEW PICKS SEGMENT HONORARY CAPTAINS OF THE WEEK

In this week's special Honorary Captains of the Week segment, we’re thrilled to be joined by Citadel Bulldog Javonte Graves-Billips and Amanda Hall, Director of Recruitment and Selection at Northwestern Mutual - Mount Pleasant! Together, we dive into an inspiring conversation about the fight against childhood cancer, the power of community, and the game-changing partnership with Northwestern Mutua...

EWU's Ben Voigtlander joins the show alongside Northwestern Mutual Spokane's Michelle Williams to talk all things ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND, NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL, AND HOMECOMING AGAINST A TOP 10 FOE.

RECAP MAILBAG PREVIEW PICKS SEGMENT HONORARY CAPTAINS OF THE WEEK

In this week’s episode of FCS Nation Radio, the #1 podcast in all of the FCS, we dive into the key moments and matchups from Week 7 of the football season. Here's the breakdown: Segment 1: Recap We kick things off by recapping some of the biggest blowouts and statement wins from the top FCS teams. #1 South Dakota State dominated UNI with a 41-3 win, while #2 Montana State rolled past Northern Colo...

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Williams and Quinton Hicks, former standout defensive linemen for the South Dakota State Jackrabbits and members of last year’s national championship-winning team. Now working full-time at Northwestern Mutual in Sioux Falls, where they both run their own practices after interning during college, Brian and Quinton share insights on their journey from the foot...

In this week’s Stone Cold Quarterback Segment , I sit down with Weber State's sophomore QB, Richie Munoz , after his monster performance in the Wildcats' 55-48 OT win at Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula. Richie threw for 364 yards, 6 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions , the most passing TDs by a Wildcat since 1993! We take a deep dive into the thrilling victory, breaking down Richie’s thought p...

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring efforts of Southern Illinois University linebacker Chris Presto, who was named this week's Alex's Lemonade Stand Honorary Captain. Chris has raised over $1,000 in just a week, showing his deep commitment to making a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. Alongside him is Steve Gross, Managing Partner at Northwestern Mutual St. Louis, whose com...

RECAP UNDFOOTBALL360's Kelly Howe joins the show to talk UND v NDSU PREVIEW (slate is jam-packed) PICKS SEGMENT ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND HONORARY CAPTAINS OF THE WEEK Chris Presto SIU Linebacker & Steve Gross, Managing Partner Northwestern Mutual STL

Week 5 in the FCS Recap Heavy Hitters Preview Honorary Fan of the Year?! You're not going to want to miss this Picks Segment ... let's stay HOT 🔥

Last week's games ALEX'S LEMONADE STAND/NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT Jett Booker | SELA Javonte Graves-Billips | THE CITADEL Grey Zabel | NDSU Mark Gronowski | SDSU Aidan Bouman | South Dakota Ben Voigtlaender | EWU Bo Belquist | North Dakota Chris Presto | Southern Illinois Daniel Sobkowicz | Illinois State TK Baldwin | Richmond Joshua Harris | Furman David Walker | Central Arkansas We...

Honorary Captain of the Week: Jett Booker Joins the Fight Against Childhood Cancer In this special episode of FCS Nation Radio , we sit down with Jett Booker, redshirt junior wide receiver for Southeastern Louisiana University, to highlight his role in our ongoing fight against childhood cancer, presented by Northwestern Mutual and Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Jett, a standout both on the fie...

In Week 3 of FCS Nation , Kevin and Stone are back to break down all the action across the FCS landscape. From Idaho’s big win over Wyoming to North Dakota’s comeback against Montana, they’ve got all the highlights, analysis, and hot takes. Kevin, your resident FCS encyclopedia, dives into the stats, while Stone brings the QB perspective with plenty of humor to keep things fun. They also team up w...

In this episode of The Stone Cold Quarterback Segment , we’re talking all things football with Paxton DeLaurent, the standout QB from Southeast Missouri State. Ranked as the #8 returning quarterback in the FCS by HERO Sports, Paxton is coming off a strong season despite an injury, and he's determined to make waves in 2024. From breaking records to slinging touchdowns, Paxton’s journey from Central...

In this episode, I’m joined by Avril Habetz, Managing Partner/CEO for Northwestern Mutual of Louisiana & Mississippi. With over two decades of experience and a host of qualifications, Avril is a powerhouse in the financial industry, known for her commitment to developing top-tier advisors who positively impact their clients and communities. We discuss Avril’s involvement in the fight against c...

In this episode of FCS Nation Radio , we’re excited to sit down with Chris Schenkel, Managing Partner of Northwestern Mutual in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to talk about a cause that hits home for many: the fight against childhood cancer. As September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re diving into how Northwestern Mutual’s partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is making a rea...