The FCS Playoffs are the official postseason tournament for NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision college football. This single-elimination competition, held annually, is used to crown the national champion of the FCS. The event has been known under its current name since 2006, following a prior period from 1978 to 2005 when it was called the NCAA Division I-AA Football Championship.
This tournament is notable as the primary championship event for a major subdivision of college football, involving dozens of teams from across the United States. It provides a clear, competitive path to a national title for programs outside the Football Bowl Subdivision, which has its own separate championship structure. The playoffs are a highlight of the college football calendar, culminating in a nationally televised championship game.
The FCS Playoffs have been a recent topic in sports news as the regular season concludes and the selection process for the tournament begins. Recent headlines have covered the final games that determine which teams qualify, including reports on teams completing undefeated seasons and others seeing their playoff hopes jeopardized by late-season losses. The upcoming selection show, where the playoff bracket is officially revealed, is also a focal point for team announcements and fan events.
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