Archived Podcasts
Change is in the Air: 12/19/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Tom Van Haaren as they discuss the breaking quarterback news in college football, involving transfer announcements and players declaring for the NFL Draft. Then, we need to discuss the Famous Toastery Bowl involving an absolutely wild comeback from Western Kentucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take Me Out To The Bowl Game: 12/15/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined by Sam Acho & Jordan Reid as they continue on the latest news in the transfer portal & get us pumped for exciting bowl matchups this upcoming weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who Got Next?: 12/14/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Pete Thamel as they continue to discuss familiar names in the transfer portal & take a look at some potentially great matchups, in the 2024-2025 college football season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Into the Portal We Go: 12/13/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the new wave of announcements coming from players entering the transfer portal, committing to new schools, and/or declaring for the NFL Draft. Then, Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker discuss the top 5 HBCU teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
QB's on the Move: 12/12/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, Desmond Howard, Matt Miller, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the big player news in the College Football landscape. Notably, Drake Maye and Sam Hartman declaring for the NFL Draft, Riley Leonard transferring to Notre Dame, and Dillon Gabriel to Oregon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Calm Before the Storm: 12/6/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the four finalists for the Heisman trophy, and who they think deserves to win. Plus, the rivalry of Army and Navy takes center stage on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Four Tickets Punched for NYC!: 12/5/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Trevor Matitch, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the insanely eventful weekend of College Football. Where to begin?! To start, the CFP Rankings have been revealed by the committee, with Michigan at 1, Washington at 2, Texas at 3, and Alabama at 4. Who's been left out? Undefeated Florida State at 5, and Georgia at 6. Then, the four Heisman finalists have been revealed: Michael Penix Jr, Bo Nix, Jayden Daniels, and Marvin Harrison Jr. Who will take home the highly-coveted trophy in New York City on Saturday night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clash of the Titans: Georgia vs Bama: 12/1/23
Host Jen Lada is joined by Steve Coughlin, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel as they get ready for the exciting weekend, headlined by Georgia taking on Alabama in the SEC Championship. But first things first, Oregon takes on Washington tonight in a rematch from earlier this season, battling for the PAC 12 Championship. Finally, Tate Rodemaker is a gameday decision due to concussion protocol, leaving the fate of Florida State in the ACC Championship uncertain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Championship Games Incoming...: 11/30/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, and Sam Acho as they prepare for the Power Five championship games this weekend. The biggest matchup of Georgia and Alabama will be looked at in-depth, to determine whether or not history will repeat itself for both the Bulldogs and the Crimson Tide. Then, Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker join the show. Finally, Nebraska HC Matt Rhule gives his take on the transfer portal quarterbacks, as even more big names enter the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Prepare For Chaos!: 11/29/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, Heather Dinich, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the new College Football rankings, and possible playoffs implications with the 2023 Allstate Playoff Predictor. Then, Arkansas hires former Razorback head coach Bobby Petrino as their new offensive coordinator. After that, we look at the notable quarterbacks entering the Transfer Portal. Finally, Perris Jones returns home after spinal injury vs Louisville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New Places, New Faces: 11/29/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel as they discuss all the coaching news in college football. Also, we take a look at the possible playoff picture using the 2023 Allstate Playoff Predictor. Then, we welcome Ray Davis of Kentucky to the show for Talk To Me Tuesday. Finally, we look at all the quarterbacks now expected to enter the transfer portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Road To Recovery For Travis: 11/21/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, Desmond Howard, Heather Dinich, and Pete Thamel as they discuss Jordan Travis' devastating injury on Saturday that will end his college career, leaving the Seminoles to finish out their incredible season without their star quarterback. Also, head coaching positions are open for Syracuse and Texas A&M. Lastly, Louisville quarterback Jack Plummer joins the show for our segment: "Talk To Me Tuesday"!
Bulldogs Back On Top: 11/15/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the new CFP Rankings, with Georgia taking back the #1 spot from Ohio State. Then, they look at Texas and how Jonathan Brooks' season-ending injury will effect Texas' offense. After that, Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker discuss who they believe will win the MEAC. Finally, we look at Caleb Williams' incredible college career as it may soon be coming to an end.
Coachella: 11/14/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, Pete Thamel, and Desmond Howard as they talk about the recent vacancy of coaching positions, a new look at the Heisman race, & the new rankings for the week. What team really deserves the number 1 spot & what team still has some things left to prove prior to the post season? Who is the most deserving of the Heisman this week?
Harbaugh's Judgment Day : 11/10/23
Host Jen Lada is joined by Stanford Steve, Pete Thamel, and Desmond Howards live from the University of Georgia as they get ready for their matchup against Ole Miss. But before the weekend matchups can be discussed, it's judgement day for Michigan as the NCAA has announced their punishment in regards to the sign-stealing investigations that has been headlining the NCAAF for the past few weeks.
The Jury Is Out On Michigan: 11/9/23
Host Matt Schick is joined by Sam Acho and Trevor Matich as they react to the breaking news regarding Michigan's punishment following the results of the sign-stealing investigation. Also, Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to give his take on the spread for weekend ahead. Finally, Dan Murphy joins the show to discuss the highly-anticipated matchups of the weekend.
Playoff Predictor Time!: 11/8/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the timeline of the Michigan investigation, and how their time to respond to the Big 10 is running out. Also, Jordan recaps his QB Hotboard, looking at the best quarterbacks this College Football season. Finally, it's time to look at the Allstate Playoff Predictor and where the top teams stand.
Live from the Crimson Tide!: 11/3/23
Host Jen Lada is joined by Stanford Steve, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel, live from Alabama as they looked at all the exciting ranked matchups happening this weekend. Not only that, but the possible playoff implications that can come from these games, including the top 6 ranked teams in the country.
The Final Bedlam?: 11/2/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined by Sam Acho and Roddy Jones as they prepare for Week 10 of the 2023 CFB season. They are also joined by Adam Rittenberg with more information relating to the Michigan investigation. Bedlam could be coming to an end for now, so let's take a look at the best moments from the over the years.
Buckeyes on Top?: 11/1/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Dusty Dvoracek as they discuss the CFP Top 25 Rankings released last night by the committee, focusing primarily on the top 6 with Oregon at 6, Washington at 5, Florida State at 4, Michigan at 3, Georgia at 2, and Ohio State at 1. Then, Pete Thamel comes on with another update related to the Michigan sing-stealing investigation. Also, Joe Fortenbaugh gives his take on the playoff picture with his segment: "In The Know With Joe."
Happy Halloween from CFB Live!: 10/31/23
Happy Halloween! Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill, Desmond Howard, and Heather Dinich as they prepare for the committee to release their official CFP Rankings. Pete Thamel also joins the show with exclusive information related to the Michigan investigation. Then, Jason Bean of Kansas joins the show after him and his team took down the undefeated Oklahoma.
Pig Farming in Utah: 10/27/23
Host Jen Lada is joined by Desmond Howard, Stanford Steve, and Pete Thamel as they get prepared for the exciting weekend of football, live from Salt Lake City as Utah prepares to take on the Oregon Ducks.
FCS Rankings Are Here!: 10/26/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined by Sam Acho and Roddy Jones as these unveil the FCS rankings. They also look at Andre Ware and Desmond Howard's Heisman picks from the Nissan Heisman Preview show.
Stealing Playcalling Signals?: 10/25/23
Tom Luginbill, Matt Schick, and Sam Acho kickoffs the show discussing Michigan's update around their sign stealing allegations. Also, they provide us details on some of the biggest injuries around the nation. Lastly, Air Force QB Zach Larrier joins the show to recap Air Force's victory over Navy.
Ohio State defeats Penn State ONCE AGAIN! : 10/24/23
Greg McElroy, Matt Schick, and Desmond Howard kicks off the shows recapping Ohio State's big win against Penn State once again and an update on Michigan's latest reports about their investigation. Following that, they dive into some pretenders and contenders of the season with a few weeks remaining. To end the show, they discuss whether or not if Caleb Williams and USC can bounce back after back to back losses.
Live at Ohio State!: 10/20/23
Host Jen Lada is joined by Desmond Howard, Stanford Steve, and Pete Thamel live from Ohio State as they get ready for their matchup against Penn State. Other matchups include a possible revenge game for Caleb Williams and USC against Utah, ANOTHER possible revenge game for Nick Saba and Alabama against Tennessee, and a great matchup between Duke and Florida State. Plus, Michigan investigation story continues to develop.
Playoff Matchup Preview?: 10/19/23
Host Matt Schick is joined by Sam Acho, Jordan Reid, and Adam Rittenberg as they discuss the exciting weekend matchups: Tennessee at Alabama, Penn State at Ohio State, and Duke at Florida State. They are also joined by Joe Fortenbaugh, Paul Finebaum, and Andrea Adelson.
Midseason Review Time!: 10/18/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Tom Luginbill and Sam Acho for the Midseason Review. They each discuss their top 5 teams, standout freshman, and their overall thoughts on how the season has played out so far. Plus, Heather Dinich and Joe Fortenbaugh join the show for their insight on the rest of the season.
Tough Weekend for the Ducks, Trojans, and Bulldogs : 10/17/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Greg McElroy, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the exciting Week 7 of the 2023 College Football season, where Washington took down Oregon in a similar defeat to their 2022 matchup, Caleb Williams looked unrecognizable in his struggle against Notre Dame, and Georgia's offense takes a heavy hit with Brock Bowers suffering ankle injury.
Undefeated Matchup Live From Seattle!: 10/13/23
Jen Lada, Pete Thamel, Desmond Howard & Steve Coughlin kick off the show talking about the Top Ranked matchups this weekend and we have a Heisman update as the Trojans travel to South Bend. Will Travis Hunter gear up for Colorado's game against Stanford? Pete will tell us his status and others in his injury report. Plus, Steve gives his best bets of the week. Also, ACC Huddle and SEC Nation will preview the biggest games happening in their conferences. Can Miami shake off their upset last week and win against North Carolina tomorrow? Who will remain undefeated in Seattle? All this and more on todays episode of College Football Live!
Ranked Games on the West Coast Pac-ked with Questions: 10/12/23
Will Oregon get their revenge? When will Travis Hunter return to the field? Who will come out on top: Dante Moore or DJ U? Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho and Jordan Reid take a deep dive into the storylines surrounding the Pac-12. Plus, Sam will break down what USC's defense needs to do to pull off a win at Notre Dame. Also, we'll answer questions regarding the Top 3 teams. Finally, the guys will tell you which players you should be keeping your eyes on. All this and more on todays episode of College Football Live!
Biggest Questions Surrounding Ranked Matchups: 10/11/23
Is Notre Dame out of gas? What does USC's defense need to do to turn the corner? Can Miami right their wrongs from last week? Which Pacific Northwest team will remain undefeated? Kelsey Riggs, Tom Luginbill and Sam Acho answer all the questions surrounding the biggest ranked matchups happening this weekend. Plus, get In The Know With Joe to see which team he has covering the spread and which ranked teams he's avoiding at all costs this week. Finally, the guys will give their picks for undefeated superlatives and hear what team has Loogz fired up! All this and more on today's episode of College Football Live.
Heartbreak for the Hurricanes: 10/10/23
Kelsey Riggs, Desmond Howard, Greg McElroy and Pete Thamel break down the heartbreaking seconds that ended Miami's undefeated streak. Plus, will TreVeyon Henderson and Emeka Ebuka be on the field when Ohio State takes on Purdue? Pete will tell you their updates in his injury report! Also, Oklahoma quarterback Dillon Gabriel joins the show for Talk To Me Tuesday! Hear all about his exciting Saturday after the Sooners upset the Longhorns. And, which team might need to make a change to their defense? All of this and more on today's episode of College Football Live!
CFB LIVE: Week 6 is FINALLY HERE!: 10/6/23
Pete Thamel, Jen Lada , Steve Couglin, and Desmond Howard opens the show discussing one of the biggest rivalries in College Football, the Red River, OU vs Texas. Also, what is the status of some of the biggest injuries of the week? Later on in the show, they discuss what to expect from the BIG Ten and SEC games this weekend headlined by Maryland vs Ohio State and Kentucky vs UGA.
Week 6: Last Red River Rivalry: 10/5/23
Victoria Arlen, Sam Acho, and Jordan Reid kickoff the show discussing the most popular storylines going into this weekend. Who will win the last Red River Rivalry matchup? Will UGA remain undefeated after facing Kentucky in a SEC East showdown? Is Ohio State on upset watch against undefeated Maryland? Stay tuned!
Battle of The Undefeated: 10/4/23
Kelsey RIggs, Sam Acho, and Tom Luginbill looks ahead into this weekend slate of games between the undefeated. Will we see Travis Hunter make his return this week? What are the biggest concerns for the teams in the top 5?
Stock Up, Stock Down? Let's recap Week 5!: 10/3/23
Kelsey Riggs, Desmond Howard, Pete Thamel, and Greg McElroy kickoffs the show recapping the games from this past weekend. Who's stock is rising and who's stock is falling? How about rank #1? Is UGA the most deserving of that spot after their close game against Auburn? Also, joining the show is Notre Dame's DL Howard Cross II. To end the episode, they discuss surprising undefeated teams?
Friday Night Showdown & The Irish Go Dancing in Durham: 9/29/23
Jen Lada, Stanford Steve & Harry Lyles are live from Duke! Stick around for 'Lyle's List", Harry's list of his Top 5 quarterbacks. Plus, who will come out the mightier orange, Clemson or Syracuse? And, which SEC team might be on upset alert? Steve gives his best bets! Also, the crew previews the 4 ranked matchups that start tonight! Finally, is the SEC in trouble??
With Week 5 Right Around the Corner, is Texas on Upset Alert?: 9/28/23
Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho and Trevor Matich dive into whether or not Notre Dame can bounce back in Durham. Plus, Utah takes on Oregon State tomorrow night. Will Cam Rising return to the field? Pete Thamel joins us to tell us the latest. Also, last time Kansas was in Austin, they pulled off the biggest upset in conference history. Can they repeat history? And, there's currently 6 undefeated teams in the ACC. How many will be left standing on Sunday? Find out on today's episode of College Football Live!
Top 5 Power Rankings and a Conference Full of Heisman Contenders : 9/27/23
Crazy to think we're a third of the way into the College Football season! Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho and Tom Luginbill tell us their Top 5 teams based on what they've seen so far. Plus, Pete Thamel joins the show to give us an update on Texas A&M's quarterback situation. Also, Joe Fortenbaugh let's us know if he thinks Ohio State will make it to the Playoff after their win against Notre Dame. And, will the next Heisman winner come out of the Pac-12? Sam and Tom give us their thoughts!
Stunner in South Bend, Overtime in Death Valley, and Broken Dreams for the Buffaloes: 9/26/23
Kelsey Riggs, Desmond Howard & Greg McElroy take a deep dive into the biggest games that happened on Saturday. How does Notre Dame get back on track to travel to Durham to play Duke after losing to Ohio State? Plus, the Cinderella story may be over for Colorado but is Oregon one of the most dominant teams in the Top 10? Also, did we witness the catch of the year on Saturday? And, it's Talk to Me Tuesday! Stick around to hear what impact player from Florida State joins the show after their overtime win in Death Valley.
Luck of the Irish?: 9/22/23
Jen Lada, Desmond Howard, Pete Thamel, and Stanford Steve are live from Notre Dame as the fans anxiously await the the highly anticipated matchup between their Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes. That isn't all we have to look forward to, as numerous ranked matchups are set to take place tomorrow, making for what could be the best week of College Football yet.
Is it Saturday Yet?: 9/21/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Trevor Matich to discuss the most exciting matchups this weekend, from Coach Prime's Colorado taking on Oregon, to Nick Saban's Alabama taking on Ole Miss. Speaking of Alabama, it seems like Nick Saban's quarterback cake is finally finished baking!
Who's Going to Lead the PAC?: 9/20/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, Tom Luginbill, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the weekend matchups featuring the PAC-12, along with the ACC getting some action in. Joe Fortenbaugh also joins the show to share his bold predictions for the weekend.
Hopeful for Hunter: 9/19/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Greg McElroy, Desmond Howard, and Pete Thamel as they discuss the big stories from Week 3 of College Football. The battle of the Colorado's lead to a tough fought win for the Buffaloes, losing their key piece of Travis Hunter in the process. Nick Saban reinstates Jalen Milroe as his starting quarterback, leading to more experimentation and indecision from the Crimson Tide. And finally, which teams seem to be sleepwalking towards a slow start to the 2023 season?
Glasses or no glasses? Let's ask Prime!: 9/15/23
Pete Thamel, Jen Lada, Desmond Howard, and Steve Coughlin kickoffs the show this weekend's biggest games! Also, Colorado State's Head Coach Norvell exchange some more trash talk ahead of their game tomorrow night! What's the deal with Alabama and their QB room? Will history repeats itself for Florida and Tennessee at Ben Hill Griffin stadium?
Is upset weekend upon us?: 9/14/23
Kelsey Riggs, Roddy Jones, and Trevor Matich opens CFB LIVE discussing this weekend's best matchups with Illinois at #7 Penn State, #11 Tennessee at Florida, and #14 LSU at Mississippi State. Next up, Jay Norvell has a few words ahead of his matchup against Deion and Colorado. Lastly, which team do you trust the most after two weeks into the season?
Clemson isn't ranked? Who's the new face of the ACC?: 9/13/23
Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho, and Tom Loogz kickoffs the show discussing the ACC's amazing start to the season. Is Clemson's run as the face of the ACC over now? Similar to the ACC, the PAC 12 has started hot as well due to the QBs in that conference. Conference play also begins this weekend for SEC with some big games headlined by #11 Tennessee vs Florida and South Carolina vs #1 UGA!
Is Texas back??? : 9/12/23
Kelsey Riggs, Greg McElroy, and Desmond Howard recaps everything that happened from this past weekend. Is Texas finally back after beating Bama? Shortly after, Jaylan Ford joins the show! Will Colorado continue to have success after starting 2-0? What were the keys for Miami when they beat Texas A&M? To end the show, Ohio State names their starter for the rest of the season!
Calm Before the Week 2 Storm: 9/7/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Eric Mac Lain as we get ready for week 2 of the 2023 season. Between the highly anticipated matchup with 11 Texas and 3 Alabama, Coach Prime's mission to prove 22 Colorado is here to stay, Sam Hartman looking to impress three weeks in a row at 10 Notre Dame, and Jalon Daniels' long-awaited return at Kansas, this weekend is looking to be even more exciting than the last.
PAC 12 Domination: 9/6/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Tom Luginbill as they look at the dominant start for the PAC 12, starting the 2023 season 13-0, with Colorado being the big standouts. Additionally, week 2 will see the blockbuster matchup between 11 Texas and 3 Alabama.
Foot on the Tiger's Neck: Rough Start for Clemson: 9/5/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Greg McElroy as they discuss the incredible upset in formally unranked Duke beating Clemson, now falling from rank 9 to 25. Speaking of rankings, the new ranking for College Football have been revealed, unveiling the new hierarchy in the league, as Colorado now has entered the conversation at 22. In addition, Kaimon Rucker joins the show after an incredible defensive performance on Saturday night.
Labor Day Matchup and Weekend Recap: 9/4/23
Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho and Eric Mac Lain, as well as Pete Thamel and Rod Gilmore on this special Labor Day show to discuss the exciting first weekend of the 2023 College Football season. The biggest shocks of the weekend and most exciting games will be looked at ahead of tonight's exciting ACC matchup: 9 Clemson vs Duke.
Live from Charlotte: Last Previews Before a Long Awaited Week 1: 9/1/23
Host Jen Lada is join by Desmond Howard, "Stanford" Steve Coughlin, and Pete Thamel to discuss major storylines for Week 1. The ACC has officially invited Cal, Stanford, and SMU to join the conference, and Gameday opens up their road trip in Charlotte for the UNC-South Carolina game. We further look at QB's and coaches making their awaited debuts and more...
Week 1 is FINALLY HERE!: 8/31/23
Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho, and Jordan Travis kicks off the show discussing tonight's notable games! What's Cam Rising status going into the season opener? What's the expectations for the QBs playing tonight? Also, what should we expect from some of the top 10 teams on Saturday?
Rising concerns for the Utes?: 8/30/23
Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho, and Tom Loogz kicks off the show with an update on Cam Rising's status for tomorrow season opener vs Florida. Also, we have a lot of familiar coaches in some new places that's making their debut this weekend. Two of the biggest names are Matt Rhule in Nebraska and Deion Sanders in Colorado. To conclude, what's the latest news with the ACC?
Who's QB1 for Week 1?: 8/29/23
Kelsey Riggs, Greg McElroy, Desmond Howard and Pete Thamel kicks off CFB Live with Ryan's Day announcement regarding Ohio State's QB1. Following up, they discuss the remaining QB battles as we inch closer to Thursday games. Thursday games is headlined by the matchup between #14 Utah & Florida. Will Cam Rising be good to go or will they have to go another route?
College Football is BACK!: 8/28/23
Kelsey Riggs, Sam Acho, and Tom Loogz recaps the games from opening weekend of College Football. Sam Hartman made his Notre Dame debut and Caleb Williams potentially last college season opener. Following that, some more ACC expansion news! Lastly, which games are the most exciting to look forward to this week!
Less Than 24 hours til Football...: 8/25/23
One. Day. Left. Host Kelsey Riggs is joined by Sam Acho, as well as Pete Thamel, Dusty Dvoracek and Joe Fortenbaugh for this CFB Live to discuss the Week 0 matchups involving Notre Dame and USC. We also look at the QB controversy surround Ohio State, Alabama, and Ole Miss, as they yet to name a starter for Week 1. More to unravel in this final edition of CFB Live before the 2023 season kicks off.
Quarterback Conversations & The Best Duos In CFB: 8/24/23
With only 2 days left until the college football season kicks off, Matt Schick, Tom Luginbill and Dusty Dvoracek discuss the quarterback situations at Ohio State, Georgia and Alabama. Plus, it may only be August but NFL Draft Analyst, Matt Miller, stops by to tell us the quarterbacks he thinks will be drafted in the first round in April. Also, Pete Thamel joins us with more details regarding ACC realignment and other top storylines across the conferences. Finally, Dusty and Tom give us their takes on the best duos in college football.
Preseason True and False & 3 Things You Should Know: 8/23/23
With only 3 days until kick off, Peter Burns, Tom Luginbill and Chris Doering tell us 3 things we need to know and 3 things to watch, including how quarterbacks perform in their new programs on Saturday. Plus, the crew talks all things USC, including the latest news of former USC QB, Reggie Bush, suing the NCAA. Also, Auburn has a new starting quarterback. Hear what the guys have to say about the new starter and the backup quarterback. Finally, we have a preseason edition of true or false that you don't want to miss!
Don't Get Bitter, Get Better...: 8/22/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined by Greg McElroy and Harry Douglas discuss the Jim Harbaugh suspension with Pete Thamel and the new-look Fighting Irish with Sam Hartman at quarterback. We then welcome Joe Fortenbaugh to the show to discuss Cam Rising's uncertainty in starting against Florida and some over/under predicitions. Lastly, the ACC Road Trip is at Duke and we hear from quarterback Riley Leonard.
New QB's on the Block: 8/21/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined by Greg McElroy and Harry Lyles Jr. discuss the Jim Harbaugh suspension and the QB uncertainty at Ohio State. We further look at Kirby Smart's trust in Carson Beck as Georgia's starting QB and how the SEC is going to be defined by all their new quarterbacks. Lastly, we look into some Week 0 games as we enter the first Saturday of College Football...
9 Days Til Kickoff! Previewing Impact Players & Must Watch Games: 8/17/23
Matt Schick, Takeo Spikes and Dusty Dvoracek discuss three conferences who announced new gains next year. Plus, the guys preview three must watch games of the season and take a deep dive into the FSU vs LSU matchup in Week 1. Also, Dusty, Matt and Takeo tell us which players they think can impact the Playoff race. Finally, what's more likely to happen: a Georgia 3-peat or Caleb Williams winning the Heisman two years in a row? Hear the guys take on today's episode.
Defensive Minds Think Alike: 8/16/23
Host Zubin Mehenti is joined by Dusty Dvoracek and Takeo Spikes to talk about Clemson and where they need to improve of offense. We further look at the best QB's in the Pac-12 not named Caleb Williams and and an update on Northwestern following their hazing scandal. Then, we look at Dusty and Takeo's top defensive players in CFB this season and we end on Kansas's new renovations to Memorial Field.
New Year, New Results For Second Year Head Coaches?: 8/15/23
Peter Burns, Sam Acho and Greg McElroy give us the latest on Jim Harbaugh's suspension. Then, the guys take a deep dive into the Preseason AP Poll and give us their thoughts on which unranked teams deserved to make the Top 25. Plus, the quarterback competition is over in Florida! Hear who the Gators named as their starting quarterback. Also, the Gators are one of many teams with a head coach going into their second season with a program... which second year head coaches are under pressure? And we've got more rankings! ESPN's Top 100 Players for 2023 is out now and the guys let us know who's in their Top 10.
Preseason AP Poll is out! Where does your team rank?: 8/14/23
Peter Burns, Jordan Reid and Dusty Dvoracek take a look back to previous preseason #1's and take a deep dive into this years Preseason AP Poll. Then, Tom Luginbill joins the show alongside five-star defensive end, Williams Nwaneri, as Nwaneri announces his commitment for next season. Plus, there's a quarterback battle in Columbus. Hear what Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day has to say about his potential starters. Finally, there's only 12 days left until college football is back on our screens! The crew tells us their favorite players who wore number 12.
We're talking rivals! Which rival are you most excited for?: 8/10/23
Peter Burns, Greg McElroy, and Takeo Spikes opens the show talking about the Iron Bowl (Alabama vs Auburn), Michigan vs OSU, and the final Bedlam matchup with OU vs OK State! Following this discussion, we talk more expansion this time with the ACC West. To conclude the show, the hosts decides which rival trophy is the best.
CFP 12-teams and SEC expansion?: 8/9/23
Sam Acho, Peter Burns, and Jordan Reid kicks off the show predicting what the new 12-team playoff format should look like next year. Greg Sankey, SEC commissioner, speaks on the conference expectations going forward with possible expansion. Following this, Northwestern players speak for the first time since Fitzgerald. To end the show, we have a fact or fiction segment surrounding the Big 12!
ACC's best? Clemson? FSU? UNC?: 8/8/23
Greg McElroy, Victoria Arlen, and Harry Douglas kicks off the show discussing the coaches poll. Out of the entire list 3 schools are from the ACC, can you guess who? Will this be the year Jordan Travis leads FSU to the top over Clemson? Also, you can't speak on the ACC without including Drake Maye and UNC. To top it off, what will Brennan Armstrong bring to the Wolfpack and NC State?
What happened to the Pac 12? : 8/7/23
Pete Thamel, Harry Douglas, Victoria Arlen, and Dusty Dvoracek discusses the latest collapse of the Pac 12. Teams are leaving the Pac 12 to join the Big 12 and Big Ten as early as 2024 with Oregon, Washington, and Utah headlining the list. Shortly after we hear the thoughts from coaches around the league such as Nick Saban, Justin Wilcox, and Elijah Drinkwitz to name a few! In the midst of this shakeup, we are only a few weeks away from kickoff!
Where To, FSU?: 8/3/23
The CFB Live Crew discuss the big stories and controversies in College Football, starting with Florida State looking to leave the ACC conference. The Big 10 conference looks towards expansion as they eye Washington and Oregon as potential suitors. Arizona has their second meeting with the Board of Regents. Finally, Luke Fickell talks to the Wisconsin media as he prepares the Badgers for the coming season as the new head coach.
Big Shoes To Fill in Ohio State: 8/2/23
The CFB Live crew discuss the two Ohio State quarterbacks, Kyle McCord and Devin Brown, as they look earn coach Ryan Day's favor and fill the open starting spot. In other news, the Big 10 could be looking at even more expansion. The Florida State Seminoles and Board of Trustees of the ACC conference continue to go back and forth over the grant of rights. Iowa State quarterback Hunter Dekkers is accused of gambling, and LSU releases injury reports.
Who's Ready For Camp?: 8/1/23
The CFB Live crew look forward to camp for the Big 10, PAC 12, and SEC conferences. The PAC 12 presidents plan to hold a meeting as Pete Thamel joins the show. Former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch has been hired by Northwestern to investigate the hazing allegations. Who are the top teams in the PAC 12, and in particular, who has the potential to be the Dark Horse of the conference? Lastly, the Crew discuss their biggest questions, controversies, and opinions going into Camp.
Which Conference Will Assert Dominance?: 7/31/23
The CFB Live crew discuss the prominent stories from the PAC 12, SEC, Big 10, Big 12, and ACC conferences. Georgia has taken over the SEC and won the National Championship two years in a row. Can they 3-peat, or will another team rise to the occasion? Ohio State and Michigan look to be the favorites for the Big 10. The ACC is looking to make a splash this season, after being absent from the College Football Playoffs the past 2 seasons. Who will be the Dark Horse of the Big 12 conference? Can Caleb Williams win the Heisman again? Finally: "Show Me The Jersey!" says coach Marcus Freeman in a fun homage to "Jerry Maguire."
Last Day of Media Days!: 7/27/23
Host Victoria Arlen and Desmond Howard are joined today by Pete Thamel and EJ Manuel to discuss BOTH Big Ten and ACC Media Days. Michigan will look for a three-peat in the Big Ten and to finally over their CFP woes. Clemson will look to continue their ACC reign and get back to the CFP, and Drake Maye's UNC hope to build off last season's successes. Plus, some more drama involving the Pac-12 and Colorado's potential move back to the Big 12.
Big Ten/ACC Crossover Episode!: 7/26/23
Host Christine Williams and Loogz are joined today by Pete Thamel, Eddie Royal and Adam Rittenberg to discuss BOTH Big Ten and ACC Media Days. Ohio State is looking the best they ever have, while Northwestern and Michigan deal with their own controversy. Florida State will also look to challenge Clemson for the ACC Championship as the majority of their team returns. Furthermore, we examine new-look Iowa and Pittsburgh, who look to improve through their transfer portal acquisitions.
ACC Media Days and a Flavor of AAC: 7/25/23
Host Christine Williams and Loogz are joined today by Eric Mac Lain to discuss Day One of ACC Media Days. We look at Clemson, Miami, Georgia Tech and Florida State; can one of the Florida teams make a resurgence? Plus, new faces from the AAC Media Days and a developing story with Jim Harbaugh.
Will the Buffaloes Roam? : 7/24/23
Host Victoria Arlen is joined today with Sam Acho and Loogz, discussing Colorado's season under first year head coach, Deion Sanders. Can Colorado overperform likes USC did last year? They also look into potential implications from USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten next year, with all the travel they have to do, and finally, the crew examines the conference realignment with the Group of 5 conferences and upcoming Media Days for this week.
Pac 12 Opening day: Deal or No Deal? : 7/21/23
Schick, Loogz, and Rod opens the show talking about the biggest storylines for the Pac 12. How will this last year go for USC and UCLA before they leave the conference? Does commissioner Kliavkoff have any news regarding the media deal? Can Utah 3-peat as Pac 12 champions? Which QB will be the best this season?
SEC Media Day 4: Final Thoughts: 7/20/23
Schick, Loogz, Gmac, and Roman joins the show to discuss the expectations of the remaining teams in the conference. Who will win the intense QB battle for Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss? Can Joe Milton pick up where Hendon Hooker left off for Tennessee? How will Spencer Rattler carry the load for South Carolina after their hot finish to end the season last year? Who are the early favorites to win SEC offensive and defensive POTY?
Big-Bama Shoes to Fill: SEC Media Day 3: 7/19/23
Continuing the conversations and storylines in the SEC, we start off with the Nick Saban's Alabama, and how they can fill the void left by Bryce Young as he starts his NFL journey. The Florida Gators hope to bounce back, with even more pressure on second-year coach Bill Napier. Kentucky looking to implament many offense changes, including quarterback Devin Leary from NC State. The underrated Arkansas duo KJ Jefferson and Raheim Sanders look to elevate their offense to a different level.
SEC Media Day 2 Begins: 7/18/23
Hosts Schick, Greg, and Jordan joins the show to discuss if this is UGA's best team of all time? Which matchups are the most exciting to look forward to? Will teams go above or below expectations this year? Lastly, remembering Mike Leach's legacy.
New year, Same Results for the SEC?: 7/17/23
Hosts Schick, Greg, and Roman joins the show to discuss all the trending storylines in the SEC. Can UGA 3-peat? Which QB competitions are the most intriguing and most concerning with some of the top schools? Will LSU make the leap this year? What are the expectations for Jimbo and Texas A&M this year?
Media Day 2 Begins, as the Big 12 Gets Even Bigger!: 7/13/23
Continuing the conversations in the Big 12 conference, we start off discussing the struggles that the Oklahoma Sooners faced last season, specifically on the defensive end, and what they can do to start the new season on a high note. Kansas State took home the Big 12 trophy last season, and hope to do so again this year with Will Howard as their starting quarterback. UCF and Cincinnati join the party as they are welcomed into the Big 12 conference, with high aspirations of where this new opportunity can take their organizations. Returning coach Marcus Freeman of Notre Dame joins the show, along with new quarterback Sam Hartman to discuss his transition from Wake Forest...
College Football is Back! Media Day Season Is Here, Starting with the Big 12 Conference: 7/12/23
As said, college football is back and our first look into the 2023 season begins with the Big 12. Four new teams are set to join this season: Houston, BYU, UCF, and Cincinnati. We further look at preseason favorites Texas, as they look to claim the championship in their last season before heading to the SEC. Kansas will look to build off their red hot season last year and TCU will look to rebuild off their successful season last year. We further look at the firing of Pat Fitzgerald amid the Northwestern Football hazing scandal...
Schedules Are Out! Toughest and Easiest Roads in 2023, plus NFL Draft and Best Coach to Tailgate With? : 2/2/23
On today's episode of College Football Live, Wendi Nix, Stanford Steve, and Harry Lyles Jr. offer some analysis on the latest in College Football news. The show begins with Harry and Steve discussing what Big 12 and ACC teams they believe have the easiest 2023 schedule, and what teams have the most difficult. Then, they dive into the draft, and provide some insight into who they believe will be the first pick off the board on that massive night in April. Later, they contemplate whether or not Georgia can pull off the improbably three-peat next season, and also touch on Coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffalo, who are one of the major winners of the offseason, but have a tough schedule to prepare for in the 2023 season. They discuss USC and UCLA, as well as FSU's chances to make the ACC championship game. To wrap up the show, the crew answers some rapid fire questions, such as which coach will have a sophomore slump, who is their Heisman underdog, what head coach they want to tailgate with, and many more.
National Signing Day (Again)!: 2/1/23
On today's episode of College Football Live, Matt Schick, Roddy Jones, and Craig Haubert present the latest news in College Football on National Signing Day. Stars from the Class of 2023 join the show for live announcements of their final decisions. Among the guests are 5-stars Nyckoles Harbor and Ellis Robinson. Additionally, the show dives into an overall discussion on the commitments that have already happened, considering how immediate the impact of this star-studded class of quarterbacks, including the likes of Arch Manning at Texas, can be. The crew also discusses the transfer portal and NIL, and how they have had an impact on the recruiting system.
CFB LIVE: What to expect from the Big 12 conference?: 1/31/23
Wendi Nix, Rod Gilmore and Aaron Murray discuss the expectations after the Big 12 releases their conference schedule today. Additionally, which QBs hit the transfer portal and where did they land? To conclude, they talk about the continuous rumors of Jim Harbaugh being connected with the NFL.
CFB Live: 2023 Already? An Early Preview For What Is To Come: 1/11/23
Wendi Nix is joined by Harry Lyles Jr. and Stanford Steve on today's show, where they begin with the National Champions, the Georgia Bulldogs. They discuss what the back-to-back championships means for the program, featuring some words from Kirby Smart, and what is next for the team. Also, what is next for Stetson Bennett? Then, they consider what teams could be the TCU of next year. Who can come out of no where and become a dominant force, surprising the whole country. The crew also looks into the players are deciding to return to their program, rather than the NFL Draft. Then, they preview the NFL Draft, discussing who could go #1 overall, and who are some sleeper picks that Harry and Steve thinks could make a strong mark in their NFL career.
Who Let the Dogs Out... Again?!: 1/10/23
Host Wendi Nix is joined by Sam Acho and Rod Gilmore as they discusses the blowout that was the 2023 National Championship, where the Georgia Bulldogs beat the TCU Horned Frogs 65-7. They then discusses their takeaways from the game, the biggest being Georgia becoming only the fifth team in CFB history to win back-to-back National titles, as well as where both the future of Georgia and TCU can go from here. They then look to the future to see who could make their way into the top ten teams of the upcoming 2023 season, and who could potentially be considered for the 2023 Heisman. To conclude, they look back at the images of the year and final thoughts on the 2022 season.
It's Championship Monday! Preview for Tonight's Game, Live from Los Angeles: 1/9/23
Wendi Nix, Emmanuel Acho, Joey Galloway, and Greg McIlroy preview the National Championship between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Georgia Bulldogs. We get insight from ESPN reporters Holly Rowe and Molly McGrath on what the latest news is with each team. We have round tables that include Desmond Howard and Tim Tebow, who discuss Stetson Bennett vs Max Duggen, and provide their opinions on what the X-Factors are for each team tonight. The crew also provides the latest updates on Kendre Miller and Darnell Washington, who both suffered injuries in the CFP Semi-Finals. There is a feature on Sonny Dykes and his father, Spike, who was also a tremendous College Football coach in his time. The show also dives into Georgia's defense, which has always been their strongest side of the ball, but has been showing signs of weakness recently. Can TCU expose those weaknesses? The crew also provides their takes on what winning the National Championship will do for the school's legacy.
T-4! Countdown to Championship Monday with Special Guests: 1/6/23
Today's College Football Live is hosted by Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, and Joey Galloway, joined by Pete Thamel and Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman. The show begins with coverage of the latest news in College Football including updates on Jim Harbaugh's status at Michigan, what players are still moving around in the transfer portal. Then, Marcus Freeman joins to talk Notre Dame's season, their recent Gator Bowl victory, and Sam Hartman who recently announced his transfer to ND after a stellar season for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. We take a look at the impact that NIL is having on players and teams in college football, and taking a specific dive into the NIL deals of players playing in the National Championship on Monday. Then, there is some analysis of both TCU and Georgia, asking what is Georgia's weak point, the importance of special teams, and more. We finish the show with the most memorable moments of the year, as we near the end of the dramatic 2022 College Football season.
One Game Left! Some More Looks as the CFP National Championship Game Approaches: 1/5/23
Hosts Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and "Stanford" Steve Coughlin discuss the further key elements for the upcoming CFP National Championship Game between Kirby Smart's Georgia and Sonny Dykes's TCU. We are joined today by Kansas State head coach Chris Klieman to discuss TCU, given that his Wildcats beat them in the Big 12 Championship Game. We are further joined by Nick Carparelli to discuss the importance of the bowl games as we look to expand the College Football Playoffs.
`2023 National Championship Preview (Dawgs vs Frogs): 1/4/23
Hosts Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones and Tom Loogz discuss the keys to success for both UGA and TCU. Also, what is the injury status for some of the biggest names needed for this game? Can Stenson Bennett continue his success against the top rank schools as he has been doing all season? Does TCU have enough firepower offensively to prevent Georgia from repeating? Lastly, which players has the opportunity to improve their draft stock for the draft?
Bowl-O-Rama! Who's Headed to the National Championships?: 1/3/23
Host Wendi Nix is joined by Greg McElroy and Joey Galloway, where they discuss the two Semifinal games that took place over the weekend, with TCU beating Michigan, and Georgia beating Ohio State. From there, they examine both Michigan and Ohio State's seasons, and how they can move forward after falling short for a chance at the National title. After that, they discuss Tulane's victory against Caleb Williams and USC. To conclude the show and the season, the crew discusses those who plan to make their way to the NFL Draft, including Alabama's Bryce Young and Tennessee's Hendon Hooker.
What a Season! Some Last Looks for the Last CFB Live of 2022: 12/15/22
Host Wendi Nix is joined by "Stanford" Steve Coughlin and Sam Acho to discuss the NCAA's new elected president, Charlie Baker, with reporter Pete Thamel, and what responsibilities await for Baker. We further look at UCLA's approved move to the Big 10 and the the contingencies involving this move. And lastly, the crew looks at upcoming bowl games this weekend and we give out season awards to conclude a crazy year in college football.
NFL Mock Draft: When Will They be Picked and Where Are They Going?: 12/14/22
Wendi Nix is joined by Roddy Jones, Aaron Murray, and Tom Luginbill to discuss Bowl Games happening on Friday and Saturday. They also give us their thoughts on the top quarterbacks from Todd McShay's Mock Draft. Also, Pete Thamel stops by to share more stories on the late Mike Leach, how deep his coaching tree goes, and who Mississippi State named as their new had coach. Plus, what does Ohio State have to do to pull an upset against Georgia at the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl? And, Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker tell us what to expect during Deion Sanders' last game as head coach of Jackson State. Finally, hear from Cincinnati's new head coach.
A Pirates Life: Remembering Mike Leach: 12/14/22
The college football world, and frankly all of sports, got a lot less interesting yesterday with the news that Mike Leach passed away at the age of 61. The Mississippi State head coach leaves behind a legacy as one of college footballs most eclectic, interesting, and controversial figures. So we called in our friend Ryan McGee, who covered Leach for years, and he helps us unpack just how far Leachs impact was felt.
A Dedication to the Life and Legacy of Mike Leach: 12/13/22
In today's episode, hosted by Wendi Nix, we honor the life of Mike Leach, one of College Football's greatest coaches. A coach who achieved a tremendous amount for many teams, and inspired many through his time as a leader. Always up-beat, always dedicated to his work, always Mike Leach. We are joined by Chris Low who reports from Starkville, Mississippi. Also by Senator Baumgartner to discuss the academic course that Coach Leach taught at Washington State among other personal stories. Jeremy Schaap joins, who profiled Coach Leach for an E:60 feature in 2019, and discusses his stories of Coach, and highlights of the E:60 are presented. Bruce Feldman from The Athletic. who wrote a biography on Mike Leach, joins to offer his insights as well. Dan Mullen, former Mississippi State head coach shares his stories of Coach Leach, and also Chris Fowler to discuss the legacy that Leach will leave behind.
To Declare or not to Declare? A Look at Decisions and Matchups as College Football Enters Bowl Season and more...: 12/8/22
Host Wendi Nix is joined by "Stanford" Steve Coughlin and Joey Galloway discuss the start of the bowl games, mainly surrounding who's playing and who's not. Several players announced that they will skip their respective bowl games ahead of the NFL Draft. They are also joined by Pete Thamel, discussing on Drake Maye's decision to stay at UNC. The crew further discuss the CFP quarterbacks, making a case for who has most to gain and lose in these upcoming playoff matchups. We conclude with a preview of the Naval Academy's prank on West Point ahead of Saturday's Army-Navy matchup.
NCAAF Free Agency: Who's leaving in the portal? Who's staying? : 12/7/22
Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones, and Tom Loogz speaks on this year's record breaking transfer portal with some of the biggest names including Devin Leary, DJ Uiagalelei, Spencer Sanders and many more! Also, they discuss the CFB Playoffs and other highly anticipated bowl matchups such as the Sugar Bowl, Cotton Bowl, Orange Bowl, and Rose Bowl. Shortly after, DJ Lagway the #1 Dual-Threat QB of class of 2024, announces his decision. Following up, guest Tiff and Jay chimes in on the trending news surrounding Deion Sanders, Colorado, and Jackson State. To conclude, who's the Heisman finalists and who got snubbed?
4 Quarterbacks. 1 Heisman. Who Will Win?: 12/6/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Greg McElroy lead an hour long episode discussing the championship weekend, where Michigan, Georgia, Utah, and Kansas State reigned victorious. Additionally, they discuss the Heisman finalists (Caleb Williams, CJ Stroud, Stetson Bennett, and Max Duggan), as well as who they believe were snubbed an invitation. Wendy is then joined by Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker, as they discuss the newly hired coach of Colorado, Deion Sanders, and where his no-nonsense attitude can take his new group. There is also discussion about how dominant Georgia has been after winning the SEC championship, and how good Stetson Bennett has been playing. The episode wraps with Greg and Sam taking their picks for the upcoming bowl games set to occur on December 30th.
It's Championship Week! Championship Week Preview + CFP Expansion Talk, Transfer Portal News and Heisman Predictions: 12/2/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, and Joey Galloway lead an hour long special Championship Preview show this week discussing Michigan v Purdue, Georgia v LSU, Utah v USC, and TCU v Kansas State. Additionally, they touch on the CFP Expansion with special guest Bill Hancock. Adam Rittenberg joins the show to talk the latest on UCLA leaving the PAC 12, and the deadline that they must meet in order to do so. There is also some talk on the latest news in the CFB Transfer Portal with quarterbacks from across the country entering. There's also feature on the powerful story of Michigan Football's Dametrius "Meechie" Walker's battle with cancer. The episode wraps up with Heisman talk, including our own Desmond Howard discussing his experience with winning the illustrious trophy in 1991.
A Look Ahead to the Top Matchups of the Year and an Injury Report: 12/1/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho and Steve Coughlin take a deep dive into all of the Conference Championship Games and find out who is declaring for the NFL Draft. Plus, Adam Rittenberg joins the show to discuss the Big Ten Championship Game and what Heisman candidate will miss the rest of the season, while Alex Scarborough discusses the SEC Championship Game and David Hale tells us what to expect out of the ACC Championship Game. Also, Heather Dinish tells us the latest regarding Playoff Expansion and Rose Bowl. Finally, Sam and Steve share their predictions on which teams they think will walk away with a conference trophy.
You're Hired! A Reaction to Week 13's CFP Rankings, New Head Coaches, Crucial Conference Championship Matchups, and much more: 11/30/22
Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones, and Tom Luginbill react to the CFP's Week 13 rankings and discuss possibilities for Ohio State, and Alabama to sneak in to the top 4. We also look into recent coach hiring's at Auburn, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Georgia Tech. We also take a peak into crucial conference championship games this week, particularly the Big 12 Championship between TCU and Kansas State and the Pac-12 Championship between USC and Utah. Heather Dinich also joins to discuss Rose Bowl scenarios and Jay Walker and Tiffany Greene look ahead to HBCU matchups this weekend. We conclude with notable transfer portal announcements.
Week 12 Picks; World Cup Comps; Pulling the Tarps; Floyd of Rosedale: 11/18/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly make their Week 10 picks in the Race for the Ribeye and discuss who you should pick in your World Cup pool, the Netherlands are Chizik-esque transition defense, a relatively concise way to figure out the Big Ten West, UConn exceeding projections, tension and pettiness with Iowa-Minnesota, the lack of defensive advantage in USC-UCLA and the beleaguered Houston Cougars.
Week 12 Picks; World Cup Comps; Pulling the Tarps; Floyd of Rosedale: 11/18/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly make their Week 10 picks in the Race for the Ribeye and discuss who you should pick in your World Cup pool, the Netherlands are Chizik-esque transition defense, a relatively concise way to figure out the Big Ten West, UConn exceeding projections, tension and pettiness with Iowa-Minnesota, the lack of defensive advantage in USC-UCLA and the beleaguered Houston Cougars.
2 Loss LSU? Undefeated TCU? A Reaction to the CFP's Week 12 Rankings and a look into the Biggest Upcoming Matchups. Plus, a moment for the University of Virginia. : 11/16/22
Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones, and Tom Luginbill react to the CFP's Week 12 rankings, and take a look at what the rest of the season might look like for the undefeated TCU, Brian Kelly's LSU, and the ACC. They also dive into the remaining schedules for Michigan and Ohio State in preparation for their matchups in a couple of weeks. Additionally, they take a moment to look into UVA's campus after this past weekend's tragic news. Then, they question whether TCU can really stay undefeated for the rest of the season and offer their thoughts on the Pac-12's premiere matchup USC vs UCLA.
Our Condolences to the UVA Football Program: 11/15/22
Host Wendi Nix takes us through scenes on the University of Virginia campus, following a shooting that took the lives of football players Lavel Davis Jr., Devin Chandler, and D'Sean Perry, as well as injuring two students, one being Mike Hollins Jr. Athletic Director Carla Williams and Head Coach Tony Elliot further address the press on the team and the rest of the season. We are further joined by Mark Schlabach back on site discussing the situation. We conclude with Greg McElroy, and Desmond Howard to discuss TCU's performance and possible Heisman implications with upcoming games.
Week 11 Picks; Only Wrong Predictions; Never Change Big Ten West; Quarterback Crush: 11/11/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly make their Week 10 picks in the Race for the Ribeye and discuss the Bill Connelly System, why the top four teams will be unhappy in the expanded playoff, Purdue falling apart, Alabama lacking an edge on the road, Tulanes defensive turnaround, Iowa and Wisconsin finding a rhythm, transfer quarterbacks galore in Oregon-Washington, Baylor hitting its stride, the last game theyd put money on this week, Reces love for Drake Maye, and interesting subplots in TCU-Texas.
Week 11 Picks; Only Wrong Predictions; Never Change Big Ten West; Quarterback Crush: 11/11/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly make their Week 10 picks in the Race for the Ribeye and discuss the Bill Connelly System, why the top four teams will be unhappy in the expanded playoff, Purdue falling apart, Alabama lacking an edge on the road, Tulanes defensive turnaround, Iowa and Wisconsin finding a rhythm, transfer quarterbacks galore in Oregon-Washington, Baylor hitting its stride, the last game theyd put money on this week, Reces love for Drake Maye, and interesting subplots in TCU-Texas.
Pivotal Weekend for Top Ranked Teams : 11/10/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho and Steve Coughlin take a deep dive into this weekends biggest matchups. Plus, what does Clemson, Alabama, and Tennessee all need to do if they want to bounce back this week? Also, how can Washington try to stop Bo Nix and Oregon's offense? And, does Tulane have what it takes to break their loss streak against AP ranked teams?
Week 11: Winners and losers from new CFB rankings!: 11/9/22
Roddy, Windy, and Loogz discuss the new Top 25 rankings! Also, which team has the best chance of representing the Pac-12 in the CFB playoffs. To wrap it up, they talk about some of the biggest matchups for this weekend with the season winding down.
Election Day! The Crew Casts Their Vote for the CFP Top 6. Plus a Recap of Week 10's Biggest Stories: 11/8/22
Today's show starts of with a recap of Week 10's most exciting stories, including the big losses by Clemson, Alabama, and Tennessee, and the successful weekends for the likes of TCU and LSU. Heather Dinich joins the crew to provide some insight into the upcoming Week 11 CFP rankings. They discuss the recent success of LSU, Notre Dame, and Oregon, debating how far up the rankings they can and should be. Also, insight into into Stetson Bennett's phone blowing up, Bo Nix's season, SMU and Houston breaking records, and iconic moments from Kansas fans and Mike Leach. The show wraps up in proper fashion for Election Day, with Des and Greg casting their ballots for Week 11's CFP Top 6.
Week 10: Pivotal weekend for CFB playoff's rankings: 11/4/22
The crew discuss this weekend's huge matchups. The biggest matchups comes from the SEC with a battle between #1 Tennessee vs #3 Georgia, and #6 Alabama vs #10 LSU. Also, with the playoffs around the corner can we potentially see Ohio State or Michigan make it in with a loss? Another thing worth noting is who is the front runner for the Heisman award?
Top Dogs: Battle of the Undefeated: 11/3/22
The crew looks into this weekend's upcoming matchups, headlined by an undefeated Tennessee against an undefeated Georgia. Additionally, Alabama and LSU face off in a Death Valley showdown. Next, Wendi takes a look at the Wendy's Weekend Wakeup, focusing on notable HBCU matchups, including Howard vs North Carolina Central, and Southern vs Florida A&M. Finally, Wendi, Sam and Steve give their predictions for week 10 on "What a Weekend It Would Be."
Who's too high? Who's too low? Breaking down the College Playoff Rankings plus Sonny Dykes and a Class of 2024 Commitment: 11/2/22
The crew looks into the College Football Playoff initial rankings, discussing who missed out and who made it to the 4 playoff spots, who was disrespected and who was overrated, and the three first-time-ranked teams. Additionally, the crew touches on the four Michigan State players who were suspended for their involvement in the tunnel altercation with Michigan this past weekend. Uncommitted Class of 2024 dual-threat quarterback Julian Sayin joins the show live for decision between LSU, Georgia, and Alabama. Then, Sonny Dykes then joins to discuss TCU's undefeated season and their number 7 CFP ranking.
One State, One Tunnel: Recap and Fallout of an Eventful Week 9: 11/1/22
Today, hosts Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, and Greg McElroy react to the fallout of a wide range of stories, notably the Michigan-Michigan State tunnel brawl that occurred post game and the firing of Auburn coach Bryan Harsin. In addition, the crew, with guest Heather Dinich, looks into the upcoming CFP rankings that will come out later tonight and how last weekends games could have shaken things up for the committee. In particular, could Clemson be left out, could TCU sneak above Alabama, and more. We finish the segment with guest Chris Low on Bryan Harsin's tumultuous two seasons at Auburn and what that means for both Harsin and Auburn.
Live from Jackson State; Recap of Week 9's biggest headlines: 10/28/22
Christine Williamson, David Pollack, Desmond Howard with guest Jay Walker to discuss Jackson State's improvements since Deion became the head coach and the future of the program. Also, will there be a potential upset with one of the current Top 4 schools between Georgia, Ohio State, Tennessee, and/or Michigan? Lastly, does Kansas State stand a chance without their QB Adrian Martinez when they play Oklahoma State?
Week 9 Upset Alert: 10/27/22
Wendy Nix, Steve Coughlin, and Sam Acho discuss if Florida can pull the upset against Georgia. Also, what does Penn State have to do to win against Ohio State? Plus, what does West Virginia have to do to take down TCU? And, which teams do Sam and Steve have in their Top 4 to go to the College Football Playoffs?
A Look Ahead into Week 9: 10/26/22
Today our hosts Wendi Nix, David Pollack, and Roddy Jones are joined by UNC head coach Mack Brown. The group discuss UNC's upcoming matchup versus Pittsburgh and what that means for the ACC Coastal. The crew then discusses the Ohio State at Penn State matchup, looking back at the close games between the two in the last 8 years, as well as games with playoff implications and Illinois's chances to win the Big 10 West. We finish with a discussion about Texas's woes this season.
Reacting to the Biggest Stories from Week 8 : 10/25/22
Today our hosts Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Greg McElroy are joined by David Hale and Bill Connelly to react and report on the most important stories from the past weekend. The crew discusses Clemson's quarterback situation and what their playoff chances are truly looking like considering their schedule. They also provide their takeaways from the LSU v Ole Miss matchup, who are having a midseason resurgence after a shaky start. Additionally, the crew looks into Mike Leach's interesting dinosaur remarks and Lane Kiffin's reaction. They rank the six undefeated teams left and take a quick look into next weeks matchups such as Penn State v Ohio State, and Georgia v Florida. We finish with a throwback story and interview with Mark Schlabaugh about his misbehaving, field-streaking dog -- Tubby.
Live from Eugene, Oregon, previewing Top Matchups for Week 8: 10/21/22
Live from Eugene, Oregon, Jen Lada, David Pollack and Desmond Howard dive into the Week 8 ranked CFB matchups. They take deep looks Oregon vs UCLA, Syracuse vs Clemson, and Kansas State vs TCU. Additionally, they discuss OSU's quarterback Spencer Sander's status for this week's matchup vs Texas, as well as a look into Oregon's tight end who passed this summer, Spencer Webb. Alabama's bounce back matchup vs Mississippi State is also discussed.
Previewing Top Matchups for Week 8 : 10/20/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and "Stanford" Steve Coughlin dive into the five week 8 ranked CFB matchups. They take deep looks into Kansas State vs TCU and Oregon vs UCLA. Additionally, Heather Dinich joins the show to discuss the College Football Playoff Expansion plans.
Midseason CFB Report Card: 10/19/22
Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones, and David Pollack give their midseason report cards for all the Power 5 teams. Also, Jay Walker joins the show to give his updated HBCU Power Rankings. Plus, Todd McShay gives his take on which NFL prospects are rising and falling halfway through the season. Then, how are the newly hired head coaches faring so far into the 2022 season.
Reacting to a Crazy CFB Week 7: 10/18/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, Ryan McGee, and Desmond Howard break down the weekend full of Top 25 matchups, including Tennessee's electric win over Alabama. Plus, Tennessee kicker Chase McGrath joins the show to talk about his game-winning field goal to lift the Volunteers over the Crimson Tide. Also, the crew reacts and overreacts to the state of some college football teams halfway through the season.
Breaking Down the Week 7 Matchups Live from Knoxville: 10/14/22
Christine Williamson, David Pollack, and Desmond Howard break down Week 7's critical matchups live from the site of College Gameday, Knoxville, Tennessee. The crew discusses Bryce Young's status ahead of Alabama's game vs Tennessee. Also, which running back will come out on top in Penn State vs Michigan? Plus, the team previews all the other Top 25 matchups in Week 25, including some injury discussions surrounding NC State and Kentucky's quarterbacks.
Previewing Ranked Power 5 Matchups in Week 7: 10/13/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and "Stanford" Steve Coughlin preview the packed slate of Top 25 matchups in Week 7. The crew dives into these critical ranked matchups occurring in each Power 5 conference, previewing 10 Penn State at 5 Michigan, 8 Oklahoma State at 12 TCU, 7 USC at 20 Utah, 15 NC State at 18 Syracuse, and 3 Alabama at 6 Tennessee. Also, Pete Thamel joins the show with an injury update for several key QBs, including Bryce Young, Will Levis, and Devin Leary.
Week 7 Road Tests & Undefeated Teams Conversations: 10/12/22
Christine Williamson, Desmond Howard and David Pollack tell us everything we need to know about the Top 10 matchups with weekend. Plus, Desmond and David tell us which undefeated teams they think aren't haven't had enough praise this season. Also, which road team will have the biggest challenge this week? And, stay tuned to find out who the crew thinks is leading the PAC 12.
Previewing Top 10 Matchup Rivalry Game: 10/11/22
Jason Fitz, Greg McElroy, and Joey Galloway look ahead to the weekend and discuss all the factors going against Alabama and Tennessee. Plus, the crew tells us who they think needs to make a statement if they want to stay or make it in the Top 25. Also, the improbable success of interim coaches in Week 6... which coach has had the biggest impact on the field? And, what does Coach Robinson have to say regarding Deion Sanders?
Previewing Week 6 from Lawrence, KS: 10/7/22
Jen Lada, David Pollack, and Desmond Howard break down the undefeated Jayhawks as well as big conference games for a number of top-ranked teams. Plus, Pete Thamel joins the show to provide an injury update for the starting QB for Alabama.
The Best of the PAC12 and a Visit from a 4 time Super Bowl Champion : 10/6/22
Wendi Nix, Eddie Royal and Stanford Steve discuss if Clemson is officially back and who has the best chance to win ACC Coastal. Then, Pete Thamel joins the show to tell us which Big12 quarterback will return to the field after missing the past month due to an injury and which SEC quarterback is questionable for Saturday. Also, who's leading the PAC 12 and how does Utah plan to put a stop to UCLA's undefeated season? Plus, four time Super Bowl Champion and three time Super Bowl MVP, Joe Montana, stops by to give his thoughts on Notre Dame this season and remembers the 1979 Cotton Bowl.
Week 6 Road Tests and a Visit from Undefeated Kansas's QB: 10/5/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, and David Pollack look ahead to an exciting week 6 and discuss some of the biggest road tests from Baton Rouge, LA to Los Angeles, CA. Plus, Kansas QB Jalon Daniels joins the show to discuss the undefeated Jayhawks. Then, Tiffany Green and Jay Walker give an update from around HBCU football including Coach Sanders and Jackson State looking to get redemption against Alabama State.
Coach Conversations, Injury Update & Problems in Texas : 10/4/22
Wendi Nix, Joey Galloway and Greg McElroy discuss problems at Texas A&M after the Aggies lost to Mississippi State on Saturday. Plus, who is Jalen Milroe and should he be the starting quarterback for Alabama? Also, Adam Rittenberg joins to show to take a deep dive into Wisconsin's and Colorado's head coaches being fired over the weekend and the candidates who could be next for the job. And, who's the front-runner of the Big 12 now that Oklahoma is no longer ranked?
Previewing Deciding Week 5 Games in Big Ten West & Big 12: 9/29/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Stanford Steve are joined by Minnesota head coach PJ Fleck to talk about the undefeated Golden Gophers and the Big Ten West. In addition, Jay Walker and Tiffany Greene go across the world of HBCU football and break down the wild, wild west of SWAC West football. Plus, the crew discusses which Big 12 teams have to get a win this season and what undefeated Kansas has to do to garner national respect.
Starting Quarterback Stops by and a 5-star Recruit Makes his Decision: 9/28/22
Wendi Nix, Roddy Jones and Steve Coughlin talk to Tennessee's starting quarterback, Hendon Hooker, about the Volunteers' win over Florida and on how comfortable Hendon feels with the teams' offense. Plus, Tom VanHaaren joins the show to breakdown 5-star top recruit David Hicks' Jr. and listen to find out which college Hicks picks. Also, the crew discusses which quarterbacks have lived up to their hype so far this season and which ones are falling short. Finally, what does Clemson need to fix if they want to secure a win over North Carolina State on Saturday?
Hurricane Ian Impacts and Unexpected Start for the Big 12: 9/27/22
Wendi Nix, Joey Galloway, and Greg McElroy share updated game schedules in preparation for Hurricane Ian, preview the ACC Top-10 matchup between Clemson and NC State, and take an updated look at the Big 12's playoff chances following Oklahoma's and Texas's losses last weekend. Plus, Pete Thamel joins the show to discuss the coaching vacancies at Georgia Tech, Nebraska, and Arizona State.
Week 4 Preview from Knoxville : 9/23/22
Jen Lada, Desmond Howard, and David Pollack discuss if Anthony Richardson or Hendon Hooker will perform better under pressure this weekend. Plus, who's favored to win the Heisman going into week four. Also, will Oregon State be able to pull off an upset against USC? Finally, which basketball school will remain undefeated for another week, Duke or Kansas?
Marquee SEC Matchups & Coach Conversations: 9/22/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and 'Stanford' Steve Coughlin discuss key SEC games in Week 4, including Arkansas vs Texas A&M and Florida vs Tennessee. Also, Oregon State head coach Jonathan Smith joins the show to talk about his team's upcoming matchup against USC. Plus, the crew is joined by Kansas head coach Lance Leipold to discuss his team's undefeated start and crucial matchup against Duke.
Kicking Off Week 4: 9/21/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard and David Pollack discuss College Gameday and how Florida can slow down Tennessee's offense while having concerns with Anthony Richardson. Plus, hear from Shedeur Sanders as Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker highlight Jackson State and other HBCU colleges. Also, who does Desmond and David think will win the Big Ten West?
What Did We Learn in Week 3?: 9/20/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, and Joey Galloway react to some of Week 3's key results, including Penn State's domination of Auburn and Texas A&M's win over Miami. Also, the crew discusses which coaches are already on the hot seat after two head coaches have already been fired this season. Plus, a look at where Appalachian State's Hail Mary ranks among College Football's greatest Hail Mary plays, and the crew discusses the end of one of the longest rivalries in College Football.
Week 3 Preview From Boone: 9/16/22
Jen Lada, Desmond Howard and David Pollack discuss quarterback problems at Texas. Plus, did Michigan and Penn State make the right moves with their starting quarterbacks? Plus, the crew takes a trip down memory lane on some huge upsets thanks to Appalachian State.
Week 3 Picks; Mississippi State Stability; Donovan Smith Time; Functional Big 12 Program: 9/16/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly are loading up on games and picking through the Week 3 slate. They preview Miami-Texas A&M, BYU-Oregon, Mississippi State-LSU, Oklahoma-Nebraska, Penn State-Auburn, Michigan State-Washington, Texas Tech-N.C. State, UTSA-Texas and Kansas-Houston.
Week 3 Picks; Mississippi State Stability; Donovan Smith Time; Functional Big 12 Program: 9/16/22
Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly are loading up on games and picking through the Week 3 slate. They preview Miami-Texas A&M, BYU-Oregon, Mississippi State-LSU, Oklahoma-Nebraska, Penn State-Auburn, Michigan State-Washington, Texas Tech-N.C. State, UTSA-Texas and Kansas-Houston.
Trap Games and Notable Matchups in Week 3: 9/15/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and 'Stanford' Steve Coughlin discuss some of Week three's notable matchups, including some potential trap games for Top 25 teams. Plus, Jay Walker and Tiffany Greene join the show to talk about an HBCU 'Clash of the Titans' between Grambling at Jackson State. Also, Doug Kezirian talks with Stanford Steve about some of the most intriguing betting lines in Week 3.
Preview of Week Three : 9/14/22
Wendi Nix and David Pollack discuss Nebraska's new Interim Head Coach and the history of the Cornhuskers rivalry with Oklahoma. Plus, Miami Head Coach, Mario Cristobal, joins the show as the Hurricanes travel to College Station on Saturday. Also, hear from Pete Thamel after the SEC directs Georgia and Tennessee to postpone their games against the Sooners.
Human Feeling of Failure; Woj For Vols; Plant the Flag; Paul Pierce Didnt Know: 9/14/22
Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Gene Wojciechowski to discuss Genes GameDay story on what its actually like for coaches when theyre fired, why coaches wanted to talk to him about it, the psyche of head coaches, and the Tennessee Volunteers. Then, Rece and Pete talk about BYU attempting to build its College Football Playoff resume, the difficulties Texas could face against UTSA, praising Air Force, Kansas knocking off West Virginia and games that sound better than theyll actually be.
Sun Belt Surprises & Gameday Is Going to Boone: 9/13/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, and Joey Galloway break down Marshall's upset win at Notre Dame, Texas A&M's loss to Appalachian State, and Texas 'running out of time' against Alabama. Plus, Appalachian State Head Coach Shawn Clark joins the show to discuss the Mountaineers' upset win in College Station over the Aggies and the impact of College Gameday coming to Boone in Week 3. Also, Pete Thamel joins the crew to provide an injury update on several key players and to discuss potential replacements for Scott Frost at Nebraska.
Scott Frost Fired; Consulting Grammy; Fun Belt Giant Slaying; App State Steals GameDay: 9/13/22
Rece Davis and Pete Thamel discuss Nebraska firing Scott Frost, if the Cornhuskers can turn this very early firing into an advantage, candidates for the job in Lincoln, offensive struggles dooming Notre Dame to a loss against Marshall, Appalachian State winning in College Station and stealing College GameDay from the Aggies, Chase Brice finding a home in Boone, and if Texas should get a participation trophy for narrowly losing to Alabama.
Notable Week 2 Matchups: 9/8/22
Wendi Nix, Eddie Royal, and Stanford Steve Coughlin preview some notable week 2 matchups including No. 1 Alabama vs Texas, No. 24 Tennessee vs No. 17 Pitt, and No. 20 Kentucky vs No. 12 Florida. Plus, Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker are joined by Tennessee State head coach Eddie George for a weekly update of HBCU football.
Injury Update & Movement in the AP Top 25: 9/6/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, and Joey Galloway bring in Pete Thamel to take a deeper look into the AP's Top 25 Rankings after week 1. Plus, which teams have players out for the season with injuries? Also, McElroy and Galloway discuss what Clemson should do about their quarterback situation.
The Best From Week 1: 9/5/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Rod Gilmore looks back at the top games of week one. Plus, Florida State's head coach Mike Norvell joins the show after the Seminoles crazy win, Also, the crew previews as Alabama makes their way to Texas on Saturday.
College Football Playoff expands to 12 teams : 9/2/22
Christine Williamson, David Pollack, and Desmond Howard are joined by Pete Thamel to discuss the College Playoff Expansion being approved for 12 teams. Plus, can Notre Dame's defense take on CJ Stroud? Finally, will Michigan's plan to have two quarterbacks work out?
Backyard Brawl kicks off Week 1: 9/1/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and David Pollack get you ready for Thursday's week 1 matchups including the restart of the Backyard Brawl rivalry, the Big Ten opener for Penn State and Purdue, and the season kickoff for the Tennessee Volunteers as they enter Josh Heupel's 2nd year as head coach. Plus, Andrea Adelson joins the show live from Pitt and Adam Rittenberg joins live from State College, PA.
Previewing Week 1 Road Tests: 8/31/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Steve Coughlin take a look at some games that could lead to some early upsets. Plus, Pete Thamel joins the show from Columbus, OH to discuss the Buckeyes, and Tiffany Greene and Jay Walker share news and notes for some notable HBCU matchups this weekend.
No. 5 Irish prepare to take on high-powered No. 2 Ohio State: 8/30/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, and Joey Galloway are joined by Holly Rowe, live from South Bend, to discuss the fifth-ranked Irish and how they are preparing for their trip down to Columbus to take on the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes Saturday night. Plus, the crew breaks down some other debuts they are excited for this weekend.
Recap of Week Zero and a Preview of Week One: 8/29/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho and Greg McElroy took a deep dive into Scott Frost's future at Nebraska. Plus, what teams still haven't announced their starting quarterbacks? Also, can Ohio State keep their winning streak alive against Notre Dame?
Week Zero Preview : 8/26/22
Jason Fitz, Desmond Howard and David Pollack take a deep drive into games happening worldwide in week zero and which teams will have a harder schedule to bounce back from. Plus, Allen Greene exits as Auburn's athletic director. Also, is Casey Thompson the luck that Scott Frost needs to stay in Nebraska?
Who will win the Big 12 Title?: 8/25/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Eddie Royal take a deep drive into which Big 12 players have the best chances to make their way into the NFL and which running backs could be the next Heisman winner. Plus, the crew discusses who will win the Big 12 title this year. Also, an analysis of the Big 12's top incoming transfers at quarterback this season.
Which Big Ten team will challenge Ohio State?: 8/24/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, and David Pollack discuss whether Ohio State can regain control over the Big Ten or if Michigan can defend its conference title. Plus, the crew picks whether some Big Ten teams will go over or under their projected win totals for the season. Also, a preview of Nebraska and Northwestern as they both arrive for their Week 0 matchup in Dublin, Ireland.
Is the ACC the best Quarterback league in the country?: 8/23/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, and Joey Galloway discuss the extensive list of notable ACC quarterbacks this season and which teams from the conference could surprise everyone. Plus, the crew picks whether some ACC teams will go over or under their projected win totals. And can Mike Norvell and Florida State finally get the Seminoles going?
Which SEC Quarterbacks will break through this season?: 8/22/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, and Sam Acho discuss who the 3rd best team in the SEC is, which remaining quarterback competition is the most intriguing, and the best and worst case scenarios for LSU this season. Plus, the crew looks forward to the Week 0 games and makes some bold predictions for the 2022 season.
What's next for the Big Ten and the Pac-12? And where does UCLA stand?: 8/19/22
Christine Williamson, Sam Acho, and Rod Gilmore discuss the next steps for UCLA amid the pushback from the UC Regents, the possibility of players getting a cut of the new Big Ten media deal, and the importance of week 1 for the Pac-12. Plus, the crew reacts to newly named starting QBs and Mike Norvell's claim that FSU is "getting close" to a return to prominence.
Can the Longhorns become a CFP threat?: 8/18/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, and Sam Acho discuss the Longhorns' expectations and storylines for the 2022 season, including their wide margin of preseason rankings and their intriguing QB battle, as well as some other teams that could surprise the experts this fall. Plus, with just 9 days left until the season kicks off, the crew takes a look at some teams who already bringing the energy for this season.
Reactions to AP Preseason Poll: 8/15/22
Jason Fitz, Tom Luginbill, and Sam Acho react to the release of the first AP Poll of the 2022 season, give their over and under ranked teams entering this fall, and discuss what team currently on the outside of the rankings could make a splash in 2022. Plus, Tom and Sam put together their college football fantasy teams and debate whether preseason polls are harmful or helpful.
Expectations for College Football's Top Quarterbacks: 8/10/22
Christine Williamson, Greg McElroy, Andrew Ware and George Whitfield Jr. discuss what stands out about Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Caleb Williams and Devin Leary. They also react to the news of Wake Forest quarterback Sam Hartman being out indefinitely due to a non-football-related medical condition. And, which coaches are on the hot seat heading into 2022?
Reaction to the Preseason Coaches' Poll: 8/9/22
Christine Williamson, Joey Galloway and Stanford Steve discuss the gap between Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia and the rest of the field and debate how many teams from each conference will be ranked at the end of the season. Plus, how much of an impact will USC's transfers make in Lincoln Riley's first season? And what are realistic expectations for Ohio State's defense under first-year defensive coordinator Jim Knowles?
Preseason Coaches Poll Released: 8/8/22
Matt Schick, Greg McElroy and Desmond Howard discuss who's underrated and who's overrated in the preseason coaches poll. They also break down the most intriguing preseason quarterback battles across the country.
Georgia, Ohio State, UNC and Auburn Start Camp: 8/4/22
Wendi Nix, Andre Ware and Matt Stinchcomb discuss the expectations for the defending champion Georgia Bulldogs as they start Fall camp. Plus, what to expect from Ryan Day and the Ohio State Buckeyes heading into this season. Hear UNC's defensive coordinator Gene Chizik mic'd up on the practice field and the crew also answers the question on whether Spencer Rattler could be a Heisman hopeful once again.
Michigan, Texas A&M and Ole Miss Start Camp: 8/3/22
Wendi Nix, Rod Gilmore and Greg McElroy discuss how Michigan can defend its Big Ten title and if Cade McNamara or JJ McCarthy should be the starting quarterback in 2022. Plus, is this the year Jimbo Fisher leads Texas A&M to a breakout season in the SEC? Also, how does Ole Miss build on a 10-win season in 2021 after losing plenty of production? The crew also reacts to Nick Saban saying that 2021 was a rebuilding year for Alabama.
Tennessee and Florida State Begin Camp: 8/2/22
Wendi Nix, Rod Gilmore and Stanford Steve discuss expectations for Tennessee and Florida State as they open training camp. They also discuss expectations for Miami and take a look back at some of the best one-handed catches in recent history.
Previewing Fall Camps and Preseason Storylines: 8/1/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy and Roman Harper discuss the biggest question marks in each Power 5 conference and debate ideal formats for the College Football Playoff and how to solve the biggest issues surrounding NIL. Plus, reaction to Brent Venables' comments regarding the state of college football recruiting.
Pac-12 Media Day: 7/29/22
Joe Tessitore, Sam Acho and Rod Gilmore react to Pac-12 Commissioner George Kilavkoff's comments from Pac-12 Media Day and discuss the state of the Pac-12 with USC and UCLA slated to leave for the Big Ten in 2024. Plus, USC coach Lincoln Riley, Oregon coach Dan Lanning and Utah coach Kyle Whittingham join the show.
McElroy talks about the UGA/FL game in Jacksonville, ranks his P5 conference champions most likely to repeat and looks ahead to Pac 12 Media Days with Jon Wilner: 7/29/22
McElroy understands why Kirby Smart wants the UGA/FL game out of Jacksonville. Plus he ranks the P5 conference champions on probability of repeating. Jon Wilner also joins the show to talk Pac-12 in the wake of USC and UCLA leaving for the Big 10 and why its not ALL Larry Scott's fault.
AAC Media Day and Preview of Pac-12 Media Day: 7/28/22
Wendi Nix, Trevor Matich and Harry Lyles Jr. discuss expectations for Cincinnati after reaching the College Football Playoff last season. Plus, Adam Rittenberg joins the show to preview the biggest storylines ahead of Friday's Pac-12 Media Day. Notre Dame defensive end Isaiah Foskey joins the show to discuss what's ahead for the Fighting Irish in 2022 as Marcus Freeman enters his first season as head coach.
Day 2 of Big Ten Media Days: 7/27/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy and Sam Acho discuss how Ohio State's defense will look different under new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. Plus, how can Penn State rebound from a rough finish to the 2021 season and how Michigan State can build on its success from last season. Ryan Day, Mel Tucker and Sean Clifford take the podium from Indianapolis.
Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days: 7/26/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, Desmond Howard and Pete Thamel break down Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren's remarks from Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days. Jim Harbaugh, Scott Frost, PJ Fleck and Kirk Ferentz also take the podium.
Christmas in July: 7/26/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, and Tom Luginbill make early predictions for national championship contenders, The crew also breaks down the ramifications of player unionization. Later, the crew discusses some early Christmas gifts.
Looking Back At SEC & ACC Media Days: 7/22/22
Christine Williamson, Harry Lyles Jr. and Tom Luginbill tell us everything you need to know about a busy week for the SEC and ACC. While Jimbo Fisher clears the air on his "feud" with Nick Saban, while Miami moves on from their signature turnover chain.
Final Day of SEC and ACC Media Days: 7/21/22
Wendi Nix, Eric Mac Lain, Eddie Royal and Benjamin Watson discuss expectations for Mario Cristobal in Year 1 at Miami. Jimbo Fisher, Bryan Harsin and Josh Heupel also take the podium in Charlotte and the crew debates whether the ACC's top returning playmakers will improve on their performances from last year.
Day 2 of SEC Media Days & Start of ACC Media Days: 7/20/22
Wendi Nix, David Pollack, Jordan Rogers, Paul Finebaum and others talk about Georgia's chances to repeat as national champs and the return of the ACC's top quarterbacks.
Summer Kickoff Special: 7/20/22
Wendi Nix, David Pollack, Jordan Rodgers, Joey Galloway, Sam Acho, and more preview all that there is to look forward to in this upcoming college football season. SEC Media Days continues.
Start of SEC Media Days: 7/18/22
Wendi Nix, Greg McElroy, Jordan Rodgers, Takeo Spikes, and Pete Thamel break down Day 1 of SEC Media Days. LSU HC Brian Kelly talks his move to the SEC and conference realignment, Lane Kiffin takes the podium, and McElroy & Rodgers give their early Heisman favorites.
Fun Football Friday: 7/15/22
Jason Fitz, Ryan McGee and Sam Acho discuss Mike Gundy's comments from Big 12 Media Days, the reception of USC and UCLA at the upcoming Pac-12 Media Days. Most intriguing matchups, Underrated storylines and most unique place to play a college football game.
BIG 12 MEDIA DAYS - DAY 2: 7/14/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, Dusty Dvoracek and Andre Ware break down Day 2 of Big 12 Media Days. Steve Sarkisian talks Texas' impending move to the SEC, Brent Venables discusses Year 1 at Oklahoma and Acho gives us his ultimate Big 12 player.
The Start of Big 12 Media Days: 7/14/22
Wendi Nix, Sam Acho, Dusty Dvoracek, & Andre Ware break down Baylor, Oklahoma State, Kansas, West Virginia, & Kansas State. Mike Gundy takes the podium. Kansas State standout Deuce Vaughn also gives an interview.
Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban discusses The Alabama Way, his recruiting pitch in a new era for the sport, dealing with success: 7/11/22
Alabama head coach Nick Saban joins Greg McElroy to discuss his recruiting pitch not changing much in this new era of college football, success is not being continuum, what drives him up a tree, what he makes of realignment and competitive balance in the sport. Plus, Greg's thoughts on the 2022 Crimson Tide.
Week 2: Final CFB Live Show of the 2021-2022 College Football Season.: 1/13/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, and Harry Lyles Jr will go into detail of the recap of the National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia, Caleb Williams' potential landing spot after entering the transfer portal, and what to look forward to for the 2022-2023 college football season.
CFP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP FALLOUT: 1/13/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, and Sam Acho give their reaction on the results of the CFP National Championship. Who was the biggest performers of the game? How did the Bulldogs finally overcome the Crimson Tide? Find out on the CFB Live Podcast.
CFP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TONIGHT: 1/13/22
College Football Live is brought to you live from Indianapolis, IN, the site of the CFP National Championship. The CFB Live crew gets you ready for the biggest game of the season in College Football. We take a look at how we got to this point and final predictions before tonight's National Title game,
CFP National Championship Preview: 1/13/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, David Pollack, Harry Lyles Jr, and Dusty Dvoracek will break down the key components that the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs have to follow in order to be crowned the 2022 National Champions.
CFB BOWL RISERS AND FALLERS: 1/13/22
Wendi Nix, Tom Luginbill, Dusty Dvoracek, and Todd McShay examine the 2022 NFL Draft's top prospect performances from the 2022 Bowl Season. Which player saw their stock rise and which saw their draft stock fall? Find out on the CFB Live Podcast.
A LOOK INSIDE QB BATTLE IN CFP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP: 1/13/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, David Pollack and Todd McShay take a look at the battle between Bryce Young and Stetson Bennett in the CFP National Championship. Bryce Young, the 2021 Heisman Award Winner takes on Stetson Bennett, UGA's walk on wonder. Who has the edge in the National Championship, find out in the latest CFB Live Podcast.
CFP SEMINFINAL FALLOUT: 1/7/22
Jason Fitz, David Pollack, Desmond Howard and Rod Gilmore react to the New Year's Six bowl game results, also get you ready for the College Football Playoff National Championship.
College Football National Championship Game Week : 1/7/22
Wendi Nix, Desmond Howard, David Pollack, Tod McShay, Heather Dinich, and Gene Wojciechowski elaborates on the top NFL Draft prospects and the matchup between Georgia and Alabama in the National Championship game next Monday.
Introducing 'Probability' from Man in the Arena: 12/28/21
Whether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, youve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. Hes changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in the arena and those outside. Host Gotham Chopra grapples with these big themes, while grounding the podcast in his personal relationship with Tom and his journey from a Brady fan to Toms friend. Using Bradys improbable comeback against the Falcons, and all his other come-from-behind victories, this episode looks at the role probability plays in our lives. Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3FgQalz), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3c6q4oB), or search "Man In the Arena" wherever you're listening now.
Introducing 'Probability' from Man in the Arena: 12/28/21
Whether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, youve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. Hes changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in the arena and those outside. Host Gotham Chopra grapples with these big themes, while grounding the podcast in his personal relationship with Tom and his journey from a Brady fan to Toms friend. Using Bradys improbable comeback against the Falcons, and all his other come-from-behind victories, this episode looks at the role probability plays in our lives. Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3FgQalz), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3c6q4oB), or search "Man In the Arena" wherever you're listening now.
Haters: 11/30/21
Americas collective adoration of the underdog means that people love to hate Tom Brady. In the world of sports, hatred is inevitable, so why are haters always gonna hate? And in the context of sports, could hate be a positive thing? What might it take to change one fans mind? Featuring: 12-year-old viral Brady-hater Ace Davis, Asst. Prof. of Psychology at Univ. of Central Arkansas Marc Sestir, and Chad Neidt, the Broncos fan who wrote the FU Tom Brady song. Thanks to Chad Neidt, Brandon Perna & ThatsGoodSports, 12:05 AM Productions, LLC / Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Lex 18 News for the clips used in this episode.
Week 15 CFB Conference Championship Weekend: 12/3/21
Wendi Nix, Rod Strickland, and Sam Acho goes in depth about the Notre Dame DC Marcus Freeman being the leading candidate for the Notre Dame. Also, the CFB Live crew will elaborate on their take on SEC Conference Championship game, Big Ten Championship game, Big 12 Championship game, and the AAC Conference Championship game. Latly, Sam Acho will cover 3 funny clips that made him say, "Acho Mind!"
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