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4 FCS Wild Card Teams With Boom or Bust Potential in 2026

FCS Football Central On SI·Zachary McKinnell·about 1 month ago
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Every year, there are teams with major question marks that spark debates on what their true ceiling or floor could be entering the upcoming season. In other words, they are true "wild cards" in terms of the national landscape. Whether it's an unexpected coaching change, a high-stakes quarterback battle, or a program that historically hasn't been a national contender. All these factors could play a big role in whether a team is a true threat for a playoff run or becomes the next underachieving team that the media and fans were too high on in the preseason. I wanted to take a look at four teams that could be true wild cards ahead of the 2026 season. Some of these teams have extremely high expectations, while others appear to be primed for a breakout year, but each one has a major question mark that could greatly impact their trajectory next season. Below are four wild card FCS teams that could make some noise in 2026. South Dakota Coyotes There's a new man in charge in Vermillion.…

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