THE WORD

Tarleton State survived a furious Austin Peay comeback to remain undefeated, while Abilene Christian moved to 2-0 in conference play and Eastern Kentucky handled West Georgia. We break down the biggest UAC football results from Week 7 and preview the matchups ahead, including Central Arkansas at Tarleton State and Abilene Christian at North Alabama.

The Missouri Valley and Big Sky have dominated the national championship conversation for years, but Tarleton State, Lehigh, Stephen F. Austin and Lamar are making their cases for a deep playoff run. Meanwhile, Northern Iowa strikes again, Montana and North Dakota tumble in the Top 25, and another loaded MVFC weekend awaits.

Illinois State makes a major jump after beating FBS Northern Illinois, Montana State holds No. 1, Tarleton stays put and Furman enters the FCS Nation Top 25.

Week 1 brought FBS upsets, statement wins and two new teams into the rankings. Montana State remains No. 1 in the FCS Nation Week 2 Top 25, while Idaho State makes a major jump and West Florida and Campbell crash the poll.

FCS football Week 1 delivered upsets, statement wins and surprises as West Florida stunned Southern Illinois and several contenders made early noise.

The FCS Nation Radio 2026 Preseason Top 25 is here. See our complete FCS football rankings, led by Montana State, South Dakota State and Montana.