Youngstown State Ranked Fifth in FCS Playoff Poll

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Youngstown State football is ranked fifth in the latest FCS playoff committee standings, down from third in the initial rankings, but remains in contention for a top-eight playoff seed. The 7-2 Penguins strengthened their postseason case with a 31-28 comeback win over North Dakota and visit Murray State next.

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