The early weeks of the season can be a confusing time when trying to figure out the future for G5 conferences. For many of these leagues — Georgia Southern and its Sun Belt home included — the early weeks of each season are spent pinballing around some very different scenarios. Some will get bowl eligibility padding on their record by hosting FCS programs while others will venture off to the homes of national powers, trying to overcome usually-long odds while also balancing out its athletics department budget.