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Bet the FCS
by FCS Gameday
A betting podcast dedicated to all things FCS football, mid-major hoops and more.
Episodes
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Potential FCS>FBS upsets + Walk-On Radio’s Ryan Humphries stops by
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss potential FCS > FBS upsets, takeaways from Week 2 and a key matchup in the CAA. Plus, Walk-On Radio’s Ryan Humphries stops by to talk Sam Houston’s title run, his least favorite fanbase and all things FCS football. Follow Josh, David, Ryan and WalkOn Radio on...
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Early playoff implications + WAC-ASUN analysis
Josh Criswell and David Berry react to the first full slate of FCS games. They also break down a Thursday night matchup that could have playoff implications. Plus, Dustin Helton stops by to discuss early-season developments in the WAC and ASUN. Follow Josh, David and Rev on Twitter:...
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FAMU-JSU + Week 0 takeaways
Josh Criswell and David Berry recap Week 0 and look ahead at the top FCS games of the weekend, including a high-stakes showdown between Florida A&M and Jackson State. Plus, the return of the Bishop Sycamore Fraud of the Week.
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FCS title odds + Week 0 Shenanigans
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss the shenanigans surrounding the Jacksonville State and SFA matchup in Week 0. Then, the crew takes a look at the FCS National Championship odds before football kicks off giving a system of tiered wagers. *Producer's note: Don't do anything but spend your…
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FCS Win Totals and Upset Picks + Sam Herder Stops By
Josh Criswell and David Berry give their favorite FCS upset picks and win total bets for the upcoming season. Plus, Sam Herder of BetMGM/HERO Sports stops by to discuss FCS storylines for 2022.
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Transfer Aftermath + Final Four Bets
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss the FCS landscape after the dust settles on transfer portal szn. Then, the guys give out their best bets heading into Final Four weekend and introduce a new segment hopefully to stay. Follow Josh, David and Bet the FCS on Twitter: @criswell_sports…
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FCS Championship Recap + Offseason Drafts
Josh Criswell and David Berry give their thoughts after an FCS title game that had the wind knocked out of its sails, and they draft five teams each that they can win next season's FCS national championship. Plus, the introduction of a new offseason segment (we came up with the name after) "To…
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FCS National Championship + Mid Major Dark Horses with Mike Lucas
Josh Criswell and David Berry break down their best bets for the FCS National Championship Game between North Dakota State and Montana State, and they make some awards predictions. Plus, everyone's favorite mid-major hoops insider Mike Lucas swings by the show.
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FCS Semifinals Recap + FCS Christmas Wishlists
Josh Criswell and David Berry recap the FCS Semifinal results. Then, they get into the Christmas spirit! Let's break out the Christmas wishlists for schools across the country.
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FCS Semifinals + The Celebration Bowl
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss the semifinal matchups between Montana State vs. South Dakota State and North Dakota State vs. James Madison. Plus, they break down the Celebration Bowl and Deion Sanders' recruiting coup at Jackson State.
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Second Round Reactions + Quarterfinal Picks
Josh Criswell and David Berry recap the second-round results, provide quick picks for each game this weekend and revisit the futures odds. Plus, Josh takes a victory lap after calling the Delaware hire, and both guys weigh in on more coaching changes around the FCS landscape.
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Second Round Previews
Josh Criswell and David Berry provide picks for each of this Saturday’s games. Plus, they touch on the KC Keeler to Delaware gossip and Montana State’s Matt McKay abruptly leaving Bozeman.
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First Round Reactions
Josh Criswell and David Berry react to the first round results and debate what second round matchup intrigues them the most. Plus, there's a taste of coaching carousel talk before diving deep later this week.
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FCS Futures Odds + First Round Breakdown
Josh Criswell and David Berry give their favorite FCS futures picks and break down this weekend's slate of playoff games.
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FCS Bracketology + FAMU’s Playoff Case
Josh Criswell and David Berry pick their FCS playoff bracket heading into the weekend, and then, they talk Brawl of the Wild. There is an overwhelming amount of Big Sky Conference and Stephen F. Austin conversation. Producer's note: This episode was recorded before the Nicholls vs. Southeastern...
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Southland Gets a Realignment Win + Big Matchup in the Big Sky
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss McNeese's decision not to officially join the conference realignment fray, Deion Sanders' entrance into the coaching carousel, whether the Brawl of the Wild merits College Gameday and a Big Sky Conference Game of the Week. Plus, everyone's favorite (or at…
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Play-In Games + Realignment Mess
The guys react to the latest FCS realignment rumblings and take a look at games that could have major playoff implications this weekend. Plus, Producer David Graf highly recommends betting BYU.
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FCS Call Ups + Ivy League Game of the Week
Josh Criswell and David Berry talk about the FCS schools that may be looking to move up to the FBS with all of the buzz surrounding James Madison, Sam Houston and McNeese State. They also talk about a big Ivy League matchup (???) and the Northern Iowa-Southern Illinois showdown.
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Projected FCS Bracket Reaction
Josh Criswell and David Graf react to the projected FCS Playoff bracket tweeted out by @NCAA_FCS on Thursday afternoon. Plus, they discuss Villanova/Rhode Island and Missouri State/North Dakota State.
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Marquee Matchups + Clutch Comebacks
Josh Criswell and David Berry recap Battle of the Piney Woods, provide some picks (not against the spread) for some of this weekend's biggest FCS games, and the biggest drama surrounding the Big Sky Conference this season.
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BOTPW + Montana-EWU on ESPN2
Josh Criswell and David Berry discuss the two biggest games on the FCS slate this weekend, Battle of the Piney Woods and Eastern Washington-Montana on ESPN2.
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Which Conference is on Top? + Sam Houston vs. UCA
The guys discuss the top conferences in the FCS and look ahead to this weekend's showdown between Sam Houston and Central Arkansas. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @criswell_sports @berrythelede @mrdavidgraf
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James Madison @ Weber State + Who Can Beat Sam Houston?
The guys discuss this weekend’s showdown between James Madison and Weber State, Jacksonville State’s big win over FSU and which teams are poised to dethrone the national champions. Plus, favorite FCS bets of the week. *Producer's note: There is just the right amount of Big Sky Conference...
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Week 1 Reactions + A Thin Slate in Week 2
Josh Criswell, David Berry and David Graf react to a weekend of upsets and look ahead to a thin slate of FCS betting options.
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First Full FCS Slate + Who Can Be This Year's Sam Houston?
In the latest episode of Bet the FCS, hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss their favorite games and bets from the first full slate of the FCS season.
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FCS Football is Back!
After a month-long hiatus, hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye are back to break down the return of FCS football, early-season betting picks and more
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Who is the Next Elite FCS Conference? + Colton Cowser Stops By
Josh Criswell, David Berry and special co-host Sam Herder give their thoughts on what various FCS conferences must do to take their league to the next level. Plus, Baltimore Orioles No. 5 overall pick Colton Cowser stops by to discuss the MLB Draft, his Sam Houston career and more.
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NIL Talk, Early FCS Bets + Impact of Latest Realignment
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye react to the latest NLI news and give their favorite bets for FCS games that are on the board early (15:10). VSiN VP of Digital Content Ben Fawkes stops by to discuss gambling legislation and how the sports betting industry has evolved over the past...
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Potential FCS-FBS Upsets + A Name Change In The WAC
In the latest episode of the Bet the FCS podcast, Josh Criswell, Matt Faye and David Berry discuss which FCS programs have the potential to upset an FBS team this fall. Plus, College World Series picks, favorite bets of the week and more. Chris Kwiecinski of The Spectrum also stops by to break…
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Top 10 FCS Coaches + Who's ready for the FBS?
In the latest episode of the Bet the FCS podcast, Josh Criswell, Matt Faye and David Berry discuss some recent comments from NDSU head coach Matt Entz and take a look at which FCS programs could successfully make the jump to the FBS. Hoops insider Mike Lucas also stops by to break down the NBA...
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How Would You Grow the FCS?
The guys talk about the positives and negatives of the spring season becoming permanent, introduce some new segments and are joined by Hero Sports/Bet MGM's Sam Herder.
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FCS Championship Postgame Special
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye give their instant reaction to Sam Houston's last-minute comeback win over South Dakota State in the FCS National Championship Game. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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Everyone's Heading to Frisco with the Championship Coaches
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss the FCS National Championship Game, make their picks, tight ends and Frisco shenanigans. Sam Houston Head Coach K.C. Keeler and South Dakota State Head Coach John Stiegelmeier stop by talk about their teams' journeys to Frisco, too.
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FCS Championship Special with Sam Herder
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye are joined by Hero Sports/BetMGM's Sam Herder to talk about the FCS Championship, Frisco brestaurants and the betting angles for this weekend's spring season finale. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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Can't Kill The Kats
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye provide their instant reaction to an all-time thriller between Sam Houston and James Madison in the FCS semifinals. The guys also discuss South Dakota State's dominant showing against Delaware before taking a quick look at next weekend's FCS...
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The Final Four We Expected
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye break down the FCS semifinals slate and discuss what's at stake for Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler. Daily News-Record's Greg Madia and mid-major hoops insider and Bet the FCS fan-favorite Mike Lucas swing by. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs...
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And Then There Were Four
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye react to last weekend's games and look ahead to the FCS semifinals. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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FCS Quarterfinals Bets, Cole Cubelic and Timothy Flanders Stop By
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye give their favorite bets for the FCS Quarterfinals and react to some bold comments out of Montana. ESPN's Cole Cubelic joins the show to discuss Jacksonville State's national title hopes and Alabama A&M's impressive spring campaign (30:59). FCS…
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First Round Reaction
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye give their thoughts on the first round of the FCS playoffs, quarterfinal games in the national spotlight and more. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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First Round Best Bets
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss their favorite FCS champion future bets and the entire playoff slate. Deion Sanders also had to be discussed again after his latest shenanigans. Sam Herder of HERO Sports and Bet MGM and the Daily News-Record's Greg Madia give their insights...
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FCS Playoff Bracket Reaction
The guys give their thoughts on the FCS playoff bracket, postseason awards and more. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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FCS Surprises, K.C. Keeler Stops By
Hosts Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye react to a wild ending to the FCS regular season. Sam Herder of HERO Sports and Bet MGM makes a surprise appearance to discuss the last-minute cancelation of this week's game between Youngstown State and North Dakota (23:00). Matt Brown of Extra…
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All Things FCS Realignment With Matt Brown Of Extra Points
In a sneak peek at Thursday's show, Matt Brown of the Extra Points newsletter joins Josh Criswell and David Berry to discuss the latest on FCS realignment and potential additions to the WAC, Southland and Missouri Valley. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @berrythelede @MattBrownEP
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Ranking At-Large Options and A Wild Weekend For AQs
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss the latest Southland Shenanigans, give their thoughts on the first automatic qualifiers for the FCS playoffs and rank the remaining at-large options. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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Pretzel Brained Bracketology
The guys react to the latest madness surrounding the FCS playoff picture in addition to giving their betting picks of the weekend (1:04:18). Sam Herder from HERO Sports/Bet MGM (27:04) and mid-major hoops insider Mike Lucas stop by (53:12). Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell...
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Sam Herder Talks FCS Bracketology, Auto-Bid Scenarios and Opt-Outs
Sam Herder from HERO Sports and Bet MGM stops by to discuss the FCS playoff picture with less than two weeks left in the regular season.
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FCS Playoff Picture and Committee Rankings Reaction
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss the FCS playoff picture, potential at-large teams and the initial championship committee rankings. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs @Item_Criswell @BerrytheLede @mattGfaye
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FCS Bracketology, Best Uniforms and A Big Big Sky Showdown
Josh Criswell, David Berry and Matt Faye discuss the latest stories in the FCS, betting picks for the weekend and more. Sam Herder from HERO Sports/Bet MGM and Greg Madia of the Daily News Record stop by. *This episode was recorded prior to the JMU cancellation. Follow us on Twitter: @bet_fcs...
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Sam Herder Talks Opt-Outs and FCS Bracketology
In a sneak peek at the next episode of Bet the FCS, Sam Herder of HERO Sports and Bet MGM joins the guys to discuss FCS bracketology and why it's not time to panic over recent opt-outs.
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Undefeateds Impress and Midseason Awards
Josh Criswell, David Berry, and Matt Faye discuss the past weekend's FCS slate and midseason candidates for postseason awards.
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