The Football Championship Subdivision’s preseason All‑American squad has been released, spotlighting 83 standout athletes drawn from eleven conferences and forty institutions. The roster serves as an early barometer for the upcoming campaign, recognizing those who excelled in the previous postseason and those projected to make immediate impacts.
Montana State emerges as the most represented program, securing ten spots on the list, while UC Davis and South Dakota State follow with six selections each. The concentration of honorees reflects the competitive balance within the league and underscores the Big Sky Conference’s recent surge.
Key Highlights
Among the honorees, nine athletes return from last year’s postseason first‑team, including Youngstown State quarterback Beau Brungard, Montana running back Eli Gillman, Furman defensive end Joshua Stonking, and Yale defensive back Abu Kamara. Their presence signals continuity and experience that coaches hope will translate into on‑field dominance.
Position groups are well‑represented, with Youngstown State’s Beau Brungard earning first‑team quarterback honors, Montana’s Eli Gillman tabbed as a first‑team running back, and Furman’s Joshua Stonking recognized as a first‑team defensive lineman. Yale’s Abu Kamara receives first‑team defensive back accolades, while Montana State’s Justin Lamson also secures first‑team quarterback status.
The breadth of talent extends beyond the first team, as second‑team selections and all‑purpose players round out the list. Names such as Devin Farrell, Chris Parson, and Ja’briel Mace illustrate the depth across conferences, while specialists like Luke Barnes (kicker) and Ben Shrewsbury (punter) add special‑teams flair.
The full roster also showcases a geographic spread, with schools from the Pacific Northwest to the Northeast earning representation. Institutions such as Harvard, Holy Cross, and Mercer join traditional powerhouses, reflecting the nationwide reach of FCS football.