FCS playoffs with 10 automatic bids (conference winners) and 14 At-large bids. “Locks” are teams that have clinched an auto bid or have a strong enough resume to earn an at-large bid. “Should Be In” teams are on track to be in the playoffs but must avoid slip-ups.

There was no joy, at least of the major-college football variety, in Florida this weekend. There were eight games involving the state's FBS and FCS teams on Saturday. There were nine such games this weekend.

Worst day ever? Worst week ever? There was no joy, at least of the major-college football variety, in Florida this weekend.

I am honored to represent FCS Football Central as one of the 56 voters in the FCS Stats Perform Top 25 for the 2024 season. As I have over the past few seasons, I will release my official ballot each week and explain my reasoning behind the rankings throughout the season. Below is my Week 12 ballot for the 2024 FCS football season.