False Start - College Football Podcast

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!New/old UCF head coach Scott Frost made sure to take no blame and put it all on Nebraska for failing miserably at his alma mater, so John Buhler and Cody Williams had to rake him over the coals. We then look at longtime Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione is stepping down, which raises some uncertainty for Brent Venables and the Sooners. We then look at South Carolina, Florida, Illinois and more potential first-time College Football Playoff teams, as well as assessing the job security of every SEC head coach. We finish with a deep look at Colorado and LSU's seasons and whether they'll hit over or under their win total, all before finishing by comparing No Doubt songs to CFB personalities. 

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It's just one of those days...On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) was back on the program to recount Athens and Fourth of July shenanigans with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com).Together, they looked at Big 12 Media Days beginning on Tuesday, as well as who some of the better quarterbacks in the country are.Outside of Tempe, who is taking Sam Leavitt over Garrett Nussmeier?To wrap up the show, the guys looked at James Franklin's chances of driving Penn State to a national championship, as well as some Local Scouting Report from Athens, Atlanta and Los Alamos.I could sleep when I lived alone and there were no fireworks, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It's the Fourth of July and Cody Williams is flying solo like a cup without John Buhler but still celebrating. Who is coming to the college football backyard BBQ for July 4th? What will be the day that Alabama, LSU and Notre Dame's seasons will die as Cody Williams isn't a total believer in them? Plus, we take a look at The American to get a quick preseason vibe check on the AAC and we rank the six (maybe?) teams with red, white and blue color schemes like Ole Miss and SMU for the 2025 season. 

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!The Big 12 doesn't mind seeing itself in a picture, so long as it looks far away.On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) asked themselves why the Big 12 is not doing a preseason poll.The Arizona State of it all might explain that, but nothing soothes the heart of Sad Boy Summer quite like a healthy dose of The National.The guys celebrated the Fourth of July a little bit early with some JLN before Buhler goes on some much-needed PTO.You are not half-awake in a Fake Empire when you listen to some False Start.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Don't fall into the trap.While LaNorris Sellers is too good for that, Thomas Castellanos took the bait when it came the low-hanging Alabama fruit.Throwing dirt on Alabama's grave is not always the best of ideas...On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) looked at Sellers and Castellanos' comments when it came to Alabama.They also made sense of another Steve Spurrier gem of a quote, only this time it was about fading Arch Manning.After that, the guys looked at what CFP contenders will benefit from their "soft" schedules, as well as when each national title hopeful could fall victim to the proverbial trap game.Even if you dig yourself into a hole, False Start will always be there to provide the good vibes to help get you out!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Where's the money, Lebowski?Wisconsin does not like the fact that Miami wanted and landed Xavier Lucas in the transfer portal.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com), back with a new laptop, some new AC and a newfound sense of life, had some things to say about the wonderful world of NIL.The guys then touched on Heisman Trophy sleepers in the ACC and Big 12, as well as who some of the worst head coaches they have ever covered, all before diving headfirst into some Toto for JLN.Hold the line, False Start isn't always on time!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Nine games?Yes, Bret Bielema wants everyone in the Power Four to play nine conference games annually.On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) flew solo like a cup with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) still in laptop limbo.Buhler touched on Bielema's convenient comments at Illini Night at Wrigley Field, as well as who a few potential sleepers for the Heisman Trophy are in the SEC and the Group of Five of all places.Sleeping on False Start would be to your own detriment.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Expectations vs. results...On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) flew solo like a cup with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) dealing with a whole mess of technological issues.Buhler touched on Texas' overstated value, Alabama's quarterback situation, UCF's new football stadium name and Wisconsin's phone records.You are never early if you are always on time, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Not so fast, my friend...On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) looked at where Lee Corso's final College GameDay show will be airing from and discussed if it was the right call for ESPN.After that they looked at ESPN's Adam Rittenberg's Future CFB Power Rankings through the lens of Fore! For Four.They then looked at ESPN's FPI through some Goldilocks before diving head first into the best candidates to be this year's Arizona State.When you're lying in bed just like Brian Wilson did, it's gotta be False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!The wrong messenger spoke.While some members of the Big Ten may want four AQ spots in the upcoming playoff model, Ryan Day was not the right person to advocate for that.Ohio State is the best program in the country and just won a national title.On the latest episode of False Start, Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) returns to re-ignite the fire in John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) on this episode dedicated to The League.It was decided that the guys would hand out Definitely Maybes, Satin Kimonos and several other things on this wild and wonderful episode.Don't forget to set your lineup, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Familiar faces in different places.On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) unexpectedly flew solo like a cup a day earlier than he thought for Western Carolina internet reasons, per source a.k.a. Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com).Buhler spent the bulk of this show power ranking all 13 rookie quarterbacks who were taken in the 2025 NFL Draft.Where did Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart and Shedeur Sanders all fall? Find out now!Also, there may be reason to belief that Hugh Freeze has a longer leash than expected at Auburn.No matter where you start, it is how you finish because this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!What side are you on?On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) flew solo like a cup once more with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) traveling up and down the East Coast.The big topic of the day was Marcus Freeman's take on the Notre Dame vs. USC rivalry being maintained, while Lincoln Riley does not seem to mind that it looks to be going away.From there, Buhler looked at what a 5+11 model could do for the sport of college football, as well as examining why some SEC head coaches seem to be in favor of it when compared to the 4-4-2-2-1+3 model.Also, Kenny Dillingham is not ready to be top dog.Plus, Mike Leach is eligible for the College Football Hall of Fame now!False Start works hard for you so you don't have to.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Somebody has to be the villain of college football.For the time being, it is SEC commissioner Greg Sankey.By being willing to wear the black hat, it may keep us distracted from what is really going on.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) did his best to keep this wild and crazy episode of False Start on the tracks with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) out and about doing alleged bachelor party things a few miles away from him in and around Atlanta.Buhler touched on Sankey, Kirby Smart being big mad over big money, Dan Lanning losing recruits and if the Matt Rhule pop year is going to happen in the middle of a cornfield.False Start is like a kernel, you never know when it is going to be popping off!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Can I get a little respect around here?That is what college football programs like Clemson and South Carolina might be feeling now after seeing where ESPN's Bill Connelly had them ranked in his latest SP+ rankings.While they may hail from The Palmetto State, leave it up to two guys from neighboring states who root for rival college football teams of theirs in Georgia's John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and North Carolina's Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) to sort this all out.Monday's episode of False Start was mostly about the SP+ rankings, new legislation coming out about the College Football Playoff, and a little bit about remembering some dudes because it was Memorial Day and all.When you fall seven times, get up eight times, because this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It's all about the dudes, bruh.Ohio State and Penn State are among the most loaded teams entering college football next year, and that is especially true outside of quarterback.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) rattled off their 10 most favorite college football stars who do not play quarterback for this season.Whether you prefer Jeremiah Smith to Kaytron Allen, it's all good in the end.What isn't good is the notion that Notre Dame-USC could be coming to an end after next season.The guys hate that because as fans, we all lose when storied rivalries go to the wayside.After that, the guys reacted to Maryland hiring Jim Smith away from the Atlanta Braves to be the Terrapins' new athletic director.When you and I collide, it's gonna be a False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!With spring practice in the books and summer in session, we have some things to sort out in the wonderful world of college football.On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) looked at the top 25 teams in college football at this point of the offseason, as well as a few others' win totals of note.From there, the guys wondered if teams like Alabama were getting too much love, while other ones like Arizona State and South Carolina are getting slept on.After that, The Francis Xavier "Biff" Poggi Bronzed Meat Sleeves were handed out!Who got themselves a Sleevie as a part of the Freshman 15? Find out now!We are so proud of the team we are building, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!When it's all about The U, it's not about you!On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) sifted through a very Miami Hurricanes-centric episode.From Carson Beck's health, to Mario Cristobal's thoughts on what Mel Kiper Jr. did or did not say about Cam Ward, it is all there!Outside of that, Bret Bielema got paid the big bucks by Illinois, baby!To wrap up the show, the boys hopped aboard the 5:15 to do some 5.15 on May 15th with The Who for some JLN.The sun shines, and people forget, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It seems as though a 16-team College Football Playoff is inevitable.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) touched on the growing notion that the 4-4-2-2-1+3 model will be dominating our lives in two college football seasons.From there, the guys picked their post-spring practice 16-team playoff field, before diving into the wackiness associated with Bill Belichick at North Carolina, Shemar Stewart in Cincinnati, and the living legend that was Pat McAfee while at West Virginia.16 has never been so sweet, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!You can only blame yourself for the decisions you make.Former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles went into great detail on record to ESPN's Heather Dinich on why he left Columbus for Penn State.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) were dumbfounded by the candid nature of that story.Sherrone Moore getting to handpick what two games he will be suspended for is just par for the course for the wacky, weird and wonderful ways of being a Michigan man.Also, why is UCF making that big of a comment to Scott Frost the second time around?This episode of False Start came a day after Cody exited his Jesus year and entered his David Ortiz year.Naturally, the guys had to celebrate with some JLN on the greatest coming-of-age story of their lifetimes.It pays to be Superbad when you live your life one False Start at a time!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Who doesn't love a high-profile backup quarterback?That has to be the only reason why former Texas star Quinn Ewers ended up nosediving to the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round, right?That is the information his agent was given...Anywho, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) had to fly solo like a cup on account of Los Alamos thunderstorms wreaking havoc on Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) and his domicile.Buhler touched on Steve Angeli to Syracuse and why that is cool, as well as fellow Georgia Bulldog Brock Bowers telling the Las Vegas Raiders to briefly take a hike in getting that sweet BBA in finance from UGA.It doesn't matter what your Wonderlic score is, as long as you listen to False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We're not living, and we most certainly aren't thriving either.Running on absolute fumes, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) returned to the program to help Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) break down the madness of Bill Belichick's CBS interview, whatever Jax Ulbrich decided to do over a phone and whatever else came to their minds in connection to the 2025 NFL Draft.To finish the show off, it was always gonna be May for good measure.Naturally, the guys did some Just Like Novocaine featuring *NSYNC, as well as provided some much needed information from the Local Scouting Report.New Mexico is still wild, Phoenix is still unpredictable, and this is still False Start! 

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Shedeur Sanders and Quinn Ewers fell, so Cody Williams unpacked why that happened, what it means, and what's next for the former Colorado and Texas QBs with the Browns and Dolphins. He then dives into his favorite picks, or the most interesting from the 2025 draft, before turning his attention to the 2026 draft. Arch Manning ain't coming, but a lot of great prospects are. Prank calling draft prospects is dumb as hell and something needs to be done, but now it's time to look at the transfer portal and the Michigan problem for Ohio State. 

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!This is how we do it!It has been a minute since John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) came to you semi-live with Three Yards and a Cloud of Punt in the wee hours of a morning, but what better time to do that again than after the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft?The guys reacted to what all 32 teams did on Thursday in the only way they know how: Run, Run, Pass, Punt, Martyball style!While Cody was in shambles after his Dallas Cowboys grossly reached on Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Booker, Buhler was attempting to do cartwheels in the streets after his Atlanta Falcons somehow landed his Dawg Jalon Walker at No. 15 before trading up again to No. 26 in a deal with the Los Angeles Rams to get Tennessee Vols standout James Pearce Jr.Also, Shedeur Sanders was not a first-round pick?!We are still here, we are still thriving because this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It is never a bad time to have another slice of pumpkin pie if you are Mel Kiper Jr.With the 2025 NFL Draft happening later this week, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) had one slice of pumpkin pie after another as a part of False Start's 2025 NFL mock draft.Together, they answered where Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders might land in the first round, as well as who might be the steal of the draft on Thursday night.From there, the guys reacted to Nico Iamaleava finding a new place to play in his home state's UCLA Bruins, as well as where former Notre Dame QB Steve Angeli could end up.If you want all filler and no killer, it's gotta be False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Who wants them some Nico Iamaleava?While it is looking like the UCLA Bruins will end up with the former Tennessee Volunteers starting quarterback, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) still cannot believe it has come to this.Although they were very high on former Cal running back Jaydn Ott going to Oklahoma, they are trying to see the silver lining in Iamaleava leaving Rocky Top.After that, the guys looked at some of the spring practice quarterback battles across the Power Four before really driving it into the ditch with some Spring Break w/Antonio, Graphic Design Is My Passion, and the False Start debut of Local Scouting Report.You are not going to want to miss this episode!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Nico Iamaleava will leave you.The news of last year's starting quarterback at Tennessee hitting the transfer portal over some NIL concerns sent shockwaves throughout the sport.It was enough to the point where Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) had to take some of his attention off the links at Augusta National to cover this wild college football story.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) was chomping at the bit to talk about this, slightly sunburnt forehead from the weekend that was and all.Beyond that, the guys are well aware that Arch Manning is no longer a distraction for Texas.The same principle applies to Kenni Burns and his one win over Central Connecticut before being ousted at Kent State after two years of 1-23 football.Be where your feet are, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We're mostly pimento cheese at this point.After eating his body weight in peach ice cream sandwiches, Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) celebrated The Masters being back in our lives with the help of Georgia native John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com), who thinks Bubba Watson's Masters meal is not that gross.Together, the boys tackled the most important heart-of-the-offseason subjects such as the best traditions unlike any other in college football, as well as when and where ESPN's College GameDay could be coming to your city!The results were disastrous, needing a Prayer at Jordan-Hare to get us out of Amen! Corner.Just remember that you should always listen to False Start, even if you cannot have your phone on your person while walking the links at Augusta National.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We may have learned some things from spring practice...While most people projected that Bryce Underwood would emerge as the favorite to win the Michigan starting quarterback job, we see what you are doing in Columbus, Lincoln Kienholz!Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) made his triumphant return to the program on a Monday, helping John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) get his head around what Zachariah Branch had to say about Gunner Stockton.After that, the guys looked at Deion Sanders' thoughts on if his two former Colorado stars Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders should go one-two in the 2025 NFL Draft.Let's just say the guys gave an answer most of y'all would not expect.Together, forever, and this is False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Somebody check Andrew Luck's brain.While John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) were doing FanSided employee summit work things, Stanford hired a new head coach...Yes, Frank Reich is going to lead the Cardinal for next season on an interim basis.At least Stanford is now ... interesting?Although Buhler and Cody did meet in Phoenix, Antonio got the best of Cody and Buhler had to fly solo like a cup once again.The boys will be back in town on Monday, but enjoy this Friday edition of False Start anyway!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It is Prime Time for Deion Sanders' bank account.Coach Prime became the latest college football head coach to make over $10 million in annual salary on the heels of his five-year, $54 million extension to stay at Colorado.While Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) was playing more golf than Scottie Scheffler in Hawaii, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) looked at what this means for the Colorado program, and what other head coaches could see their salaries grow like Sanders' has.From there, Buhler addressed Mike Gundy wanting Bedlam to be back on in the spring, as well as other noted college football rivalries that no longer need to be dormant.False Start comes early on a Sunday because Buhler and Cody will be together, forever in Phoenix next week.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!He gone ... immediately!Stanford has fired former head coach Troy Taylor in the wake of a brewing scandal.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) reacted to it, while Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) was living his best life in Hawaii.From there, Buhler looked at Paul Finebaum's comments of doubt surrounding Billy Napier's staying power at Florida, as well as who could win the seven quarterback battles of note this spring scattered across the Power Four.Luck may not be on Andrew Luck's side, but it is always with you on False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Pearls and swine, bereft of me...As False Start carries on, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) will be all by himself for about a week after this.That is because Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) will be more Hawaii than Peter Bretter sobbing on the Kapua Suite while trying to Forget Sarah Marshall.In the meantime, the guys had to touch on all the delicious gossip surrounding Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft status.Some prognosticators think he is going to fall, but not on this here program.The guys then looked at the failed College Football March Madness Bracket Buhler created while Cody was without internet.From there, it was a lot about the Pittsburgh Steelers' infatuation with a 40-something Aaron Rodgers over going to Michigan's Pro Day.False Start is not your rolling wheels, we are the highway, so keep driving, Cavinder...

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Our five guys are better than your 11 guys!Yes, Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) was back in business with some delicious New Mexican internet, and John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) was along for the ride.With March Madness in full swing, the guys answered the hard-hitting question of what college basketball head coaches would make for good college football head coaches?We all know that Gus Malzahn would give the opposition 40 minutes of hell with an all-out, full-court press the entire time (Come on, boys! Let's go, boys!).After that, Buhler and Cody addressed Fran Brown's willingness to come to Boulder to play Deion Sanders in a spring game, as well as Ryan Day's unwillingness to bask in the glory of Ohio State winning last year's College Football Playoff.Anybody can cut down the nets, as long as you have a ladder and a pair of scissors.You know it's gotta be False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!A tournament, a tournament, a tournament of lies! Also, one with questionable internet.For various New Mexico reasons, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) had to fly solo like a cup on a delayed March Madness episode of False Start.Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) may have his beloved North Carolina Tar Heels in the tournament, as well as his absolutely tremendous birds known as the UNC-Wilmington Seahawks, but he will have to wait and find out what Buhler did to False Start's second College Football March Madness Bracket!Based strictly on college football, Buhler picked a champion out of the field of 68.We are not sure if he is better for doing it, but he did in fact do it!No matter how you pronounce tournament, the right way or the wrong way, there is a place for you as one of The Starters over on False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Into the flood again...On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and the Man in the Moving Box, Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) tried to figure out what teams could make the College Football Playoff for the first time in their history this season.While teams like Florida, Illinois, Iowa State, Miami and South Carolina were easy choices, rounding out the top 10 was easier said than done.From there, the guys listened to what Steve Sarkisian and Kenny Dillingham had to say entering spring practice.Sarkisian has no interest in going to the NFL just yet, while Dillingham would prefer for the Sun Devils to be a little more Clemson.To end the show, the guys made no excuses and got right down to the point with some Just Like Novocaine featuring some Alice in Chains.Hopefully your eyes won't burn with stinging sweat after this episode!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We cannot wait for some Eddie George MACtion, baby!The Tennessee Titans legend and former head coach at Tennessee State is taking over the Bowling Green Falcons as head coach in the wake of Scot Loeffler leaving for the NFL to be the Philadelphia Eagles' new quarterbacks coach.George is a bit of a renaissance man, but one who has succeed in everything he has done before.This is fantastic news for Bowling Green, the MAC and the rest of the Group of Five.Mack Rhoades takes over for Warde Manuel and Dan Lanning gets an extension.John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) flew solo like a cup today with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) and the NC State podcast being on the move.Buhler agreeing with something Josh Heupel did is noteworthy, so you better tune into this extra special episode of False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Spring football is right around the corner...On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) examined what college football programs excited them the most heading into spring practice.While the guys like the vibes that are coming out of Clemson, the same cannot be said for how they feel about Oklahoma.As far as how to feel about Alabama, they are fascinated by the Crimson Tide.Not just because it is a critical year for Kalen DeBoer, but they have no idea who is going to be starting at quarterback for them!False Start and daffodils are one in the same, y'all!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Here comes the promise of summer, and by that, we mean an NFL mock draft!Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) unveiled his post-NFL combine mock draft for FanSided.com on Monday, and John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) reacted to it.It was a fun exercise, especially given the fact Cody made two big trades to shake up the draft order.From there, the guys settled the great Chris Del Conte vs. Matt Rhule non-conference scheduling debate once and for all.After that, it was all about the idea of putting Cody's beloved North Carolina Tar Heels on Hard Knocks, before finishing the show by remembering some dudes and doing some Just Like Novocaine with some +44!False Start goes at 160 beats per minute on Episode 155, unlike Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker's other band.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We will always find a way to entertain ourselves.With it being the heart of the offseason, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) put forth a way-too-early top 25 for next season ahead of spring practice.Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) picked it to pieces to perfection!From there, the guys talked about the importance of returning production and why that helps teams like Arizona State, Clemson and Illinois greatly for next season.After that, they looked at Shedeur Sanders' draft status and wondered if he will experience an Aaron Rodgers-like fall out of the top five?Whether you rise or fall at the combine, it's gotta be False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!But what does yours say, Carson Beck?In the aftermath of Carson Beck and Hanna Cavinder having all three of their combined cars stolen in South Florida late last week, it undoubtedly had a major impact on this latest episode of False Start.While John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) are not exactly The Keepers of the Continuum Transfunctioner, this show is a hole in one at Captain Stu's!The guys also touched on blue-bloods like Texas, Ohio State and USC canceling their spring games, as well as Nebraska losing its blue-blood card over some finesse scheduling nonsense.Amber is the color of our energy, but Tennessee is seeing red after the Huskers do what the Huskers do. Husker Du? Do you remember? Oh, it's gotta be False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!More isn't always better, but it is still more!With the Big Ten and SEC trying to strong arm the rest of college football to even more College Football Playoff expansion, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) took a deep dive into what that all could entail.From sifting through all the jargonese, to creating a newfangled 16-team playoff bracket, the boys got it done!After that, they touched in Deion Sanders' unorthodox recruiting tactics, if Cam Ward's comments after winning the Davey O'Brien will come back to haunt him and if any Power Four head coaches are on the verge of job hopping in 2026.Who thought False Start was going to be giving us somewhat of a precursor to March Madness in late February?

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It will be a battle for the ages, alright.With so many changes happening at Ohio State this offseason, Ryan Day says there will be a quarterback brewing between Julian Sayin, Lincoln Kienholz and freshman Tavien St. Clair.While John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) believe there is some merit to this, they both agree we may have a two-man race after the spring game.The guys then shared their way-too-early national championship contenders for next season.As the pressure mounts for Lincoln Riley at USC, who could have seen Urban Meyer actually picking a team like Texas over Ohio State for next season?False Start was most presidential on the most presidential of Presidents' Days.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Don't forget your No. 2 pencil!After a long and thorough search, the Ohio State Buckeyes have hired Matt Patricia as their co-defensive coordinator.This is the same man who failed miserably as the former head coach of the Detroit Lions.Hopefully, Ryan Day knows what he is doing...John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) touched on Patricia's new role on the latest episode of False Start, as well as several important topics of the day.From James Franklin and Ryan Day not respecting downtrodden college football blue-bloods, to Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne loathing field rushing with a fiery passion, today's episode of False Start did not disappoint!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!This show was about two birds holding hands.With the triumphant return of Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com), recently promoted John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) discussed if we will ever see a three-peat champion in the College Football Playoff era.This comes in the wake of the Philadelphia Eagles clobbering the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night.From there, the guys talked about Deion Sanders' big hire, Rob Ryan changing the game at the USC podium and Shane Beamer being in his bag at South Carolina.Let this Parks and Recreation-themed episode of False Start be your Cones of Dunshire!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It is all about the next man up...On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) once again flew solo like a cup while Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) covers the Super Bowl down in New Orleans.This action-packed episode saw Buhler touch on Brian Hartline effectively getting promoted from within to offensive coordinator at Ohio State.It has Ryan Day's fingerprints all over it...Cooper Manning also went on The Dan Patrick Show to talk about his son Arch Manning, firmly believing he will struggle in his first season at the Texas starter.From there, Buhler looked at Andy Staples' way-too-early College Football Playoff bracket for On3, as well as a few early win projection totals from FanDuel.It is the heart of the offseason, so there has never been a better time to False Start!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!The coaching carousel in the NFL has impacted the college game considerably.On Monday's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) flew solo like a cup while Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) was in New Orleans to help cover Super Bowl 59.The solo show from Buhler was defined by coaching changes impacting college football across the board.From Chip Kelly leaving Ohio State for the Las Vegas Raiders, to Ryan Grubb coming back to the college game to reunite with Kalen DeBoer at Alabama, Buhler had you covered and then some.Also, he gave a glimpse at his way-too-early hot seat watch for the 2025 season.False Start is here to be the ultimate distraction for those who do not want to think about the two teams playing in this year's Super Bowl.

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It still moves!John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) returns to the show after conquering the flu, while Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) sat back patiently to hear whatever fever dream nonsense came out of his co-host's mouth on this latest episode of False Start.Together, the guys unpacked J.D. PicKell's 10 best head coaches in college football for 2025, who could be next, and why on god's green earth are Bret Bielema and Jim Harbaugh Big Ten Energy beefing?Enjoy this episode of False Start while you have the guys back in your lives again!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Who could have seen this coming?With John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) down the for the count, Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) gave us all the hard-hitting insight you need on a major shakeup in the Big Ten.With Jim Knowles leaving Ohio State for Penn State, we have to wonder how this defensive coordinator switching allegiances in the Big Ten rivalry could impact both teams' chances of winning a national championship next year.After unpacking his latest NFL mock draft, Cody then put Ohio State RB Quinshon Judkins and Kentucky DL Deone Walker on NFL teams, bruh!After that, Cody continues to wonder if Dylan Railoa cosplaying as Patrick Mahomes is going to work out well for him in the end.In sickness and in health, False Start will always be there to pick you up!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!We're on to Cincinnati, I mean, the offseason...In between figuring out if and when Bill Belichick leads North Carolina to the College Football Playoff, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) projected what teams will make the playoff next season.Some teams were more obvious than others, but it was a fun exercise nevertheless.The offseason is the time of the year where Cody and Buhler thrive creating the most wacky, weird and wonderful college football content.False Start doesn't stop, it just goes, brother!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It was always Ohio State all along...We were waiting for this college football juggernaut to wake up, and boy, did they...On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) went Three Yards and a Cloud of Punt to recap Ohio State's convincing national title victory over Notre Dame.The guys gave Ryan Day his props and tried to put Will Howard onto an NFL team, bruh, before figuring out what to do with Notre Dame.Hey look ma, we made it!

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!It all comes down to this.Notre Dame will face Ohio State in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) previewed the national title bout in question throughout the entire episode of False Start.With the help of some AC/DC, let there be rock when it comes to the title bout!False Start ain't exactly rock 'n roll, but it ain't exactly noise pollution either.