Youngstown State Football has been ranked No. 23 in the HERO Sports FCS Preseason Top 25 poll for the upcoming 2024 season. The Penguins are coming off a successful 8-5 campaign and a playoff appearance in 2023. They are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting season ahead.
The Penguins have a challenging schedule that includes tough matchups against several teams ranked in the preseason Top 25, such as South Dakota State (No. 1), South Dakota (No. 5), Villanova (No. 6), Southern Illinois (No. 9), and Illinois State (No. 24). In addition, they will face off against ACC opponent Pittsburgh in September.
Youngstown State’s inclusion at No. 23 indicates the respect and recognition they have earned within the college football community. They have high expectations for the upcoming season and are determined to make a strong statement on the field. The team will kick off their season against Villanova on August 29, a rematch from their playoff loss to the Wildcats last December in Philadelphia. With a challenging schedule and high expectations, Youngstown State is poised to make a strong statement in the 2024 season.
