NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision

The NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) is a level of college football in the United States comprising smaller schools and programs compared to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). FCS teams compete in a playoff system at the end of the season to determine the national champion. They often offer scholarships but typically have smaller budgets and fewer high-profile games than FBS schools. The FCS emphasizes a combination of athletic competition and regional rivalries, providing opportunities for many programs to showcase talent and vie for national recognition through a structured postseason tournament.