4-5-6

[Nova09]

This is NOT about poll ranking (don't worry ursus).

This is about seeding. And I don't really care where you would seed each team. My only point is this: it looks like, given current records and remaining schedule, NDSU will be 1 and UNH/Coastal will be 2-3, depending how committee wants to look at undefeated without FBS vs only loss being FBS and tougher FCS sched. Anyway, assuming that to be the case, whoever ends up 6 has a HUGE advantage over 4 and 5 by not having to go to the Fargodome.

[NDSUSR]

Seasons not over yet. UNH and Coastal could lose out. Almost impossible, but **** happens.

[smilo]

Seasons not over yet. UNH and Coastal could lose out. Almost impossible, but **** happens.

And with games on the road vs. a resurgent Northern Iowa and an always tough Missouri State before finishing with a tough Youngstown team, it's much more likely NDSU loses out despite being better than both those teams. There's a not-insignificant chance that they'll lose one.

[NDSUSR]

And with games on the road vs. a resurgent Northern Iowa and an always tough Missouri State before finishing with a tough Youngstown team, it's much more likely NDSU loses out despite being better than both those teams. There's a not-insignificant chance that they'll lose one.

Not disagreeing.

[Nova09]

And with games on the road vs. a resurgent Northern Iowa and an always tough Missouri State before finishing with a tough Youngstown team, it's much more likely NDSU loses out despite being better than both those teams. There's a not-insignificant chance that they'll lose one.

But if NDSU loses one, I would still expect them to be the 1 seed

[Southern Bison]

But if NDSU loses one, I would still expect them to be the 1 seed
I agree. The NCAA has reaped beaucoup $ from the 3 years of having the Bison at home throughout the playoffs to set NDSU lower than #2.

[kalm]

As it stands today:

NDSU
UNH
ISU
Coastal
EWU
Nova
JSU

[bostonspider]

As it stands today:

NDSU
UNH
ISU
Coastal
EWU
Nova
JSU

I guess I have to question why Nova would be above Richmond? Both at 7-2, 4-1 (CAA). Both have lost to an ACC team, Nova's big OOC win is Fordham and UR's is Liberty. Richmond has just beaten Villanova.

[kalm]

I guess I have to question why Nova would be above Richmond? Both at 7-2, 4-1 (CAA). Both have lost to an ACC team, Nova's big OOC win is Fordham and UR's is Liberty. Richmond has just beaten Villanova.

Good point. I take it back.

[yorkcountyUNHfan]

Getting away from who belongs where (with the exception of NDSU) it is an interesting question.
if NDSU remains #1 would you prefer to be the #6 seed to avoid Fargo or the 4-5 with a potential trip there?

[Rjones61]

I would want the 4-5 seed. I'm sick of waiting for EWU to challenge the Bison. Hell yes I'm a cocky homer fan, and hell yes I think that EWU matches up against the Bison better than any other FCS team.


We'll probably lose, but I think we would make it pretty damn close

[JMU2K_DukeDawg]

It doesn't matter if your aim is the title. More than likely, you'll have to beat them at some point, so why not a round or two earlier? Facing NDSU in the NC seems just as deadly as facing the Bison in Fargo IMO.

For the sake of having a higher likelihood of playing deeper into the playoffs, yes, #6 seed is likely preferrable.

[Nova09]

Getting away from who belongs where (with the exception of NDSU) it is an interesting question.
if NDSU remains #1 would you prefer to be the #6 seed to avoid Fargo or the 4-5 with a potential trip there?

5 is worst case scenario. You probably have to go on the road for 4 and if you win, only reward is going to Fargo.

Could see a debate for preferring 4 and extra guaranteed home game, but I think 6 is much preferable.

[BisonFan02]

I would want the 4-5 seed. I'm sick of waiting for EWU to challenge the Bison. Hell yes I'm a cocky homer fan, and hell yes I think that EWU matches up against the Bison better than any other FCS team.


We'll probably lose, but I think we would make it pretty damn close

I want this game to happen THIS year.....next year's Bison team will look pretty different...especially on D.

[Rjones61]

I want this game to happen THIS year.....next year's Bison team will look pretty different...especially on D.

Damnit, me too. I want VA to get healthy, go to Fargo and have a hard fought game win or lose. That is why I want EWU to be in that section of the bracket.

[tomq04]

Losing the Semi on the ROAD would be a much better change IMO.

I still think EWU matches up well with the Bison.

[clenz]

It doesn't matter if your aim is the title. More than likely, you'll have to beat them at some point, so why not a round or two earlier? Facing NDSU in the NC seems just as deadly as facing the Bison in Fargo IMO.

For the sake of having a higher likelihood of playing deeper into the playoffs, yes, #6 seed is likely preferrable.
You've never been to the Fargodome, have you?

[BisonFan02]

You've never been to the Fargodome, have you?

JMU has....it didn't help.

[BisonBacker]

Interesting thread I missed originally. Also a good question. For me I'd also like to see the NDSU EWU matchup finally.

[NDSUSR]

Interesting thread I missed originally. Also a good question. For me I'd also like to see the NDSU EWU matchup finally.

I have been waiting for 3 years. It isnt going to happen this year either though.

[BisonFan02]

I have been waiting for 3 years. It isnt going to happen this year either though.

I wouldn't be so sure about that.....really depends on seeding. I could see a semi matchup...maybe even quarterfinal if they slide a little bit more.