NAIA Football Championship Series Teams Announced

The NCAA College Football scene sees significant changes in the US LBM Coaches Poll as teams vie for playoff positioning, with Notre Dame making a strong case for inclusion after a turnaround season. Meanwhile, the NAIA has announced its 69th Annual Football Championship Series, featuring a 20-team field with 12 teams receiving first-round byes. Morningside and Northwestern from Siouxland both earned top seeds and will compete in the championship series, with Morningside seeking its fourth national title. In the Rio Grande Valley, 13 high school football programs remain active in the state playoffs, with matchups set for the upcoming weekend. The NAIA selection show will reveal the complete postseason bracket, with automatic and at-large bids determined by performance throughout the season. Notably, Morningside leads the Great Plains Athletic Conference and has maintained a strong record, while Northwestern also aims for its second national title in three years.