Southern Sports Today

Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews joins Chuck for the first of his weekly segments this season. Chuck and Heath discuss TCU's banning of the only daily reporter who covers their program. Patrick Brown of Go Vols 247 explains what made Faizon Brandon the starter for Tennessee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck addresses Lane Kiffin and LSU trying to get pro players to return to CFB. Chuck and Heath discuss ESPN removing the bottom line ticker during CFB games. Jake Rowe of UGASports.com previews Chuck's number two team Georgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 2026 Chuck Oliver Show Top 20 Countdown as we look at Chuck Oliver's 20 best college football teams for the upcoming college football season! 10. LSU 9. Texas A&M 8. Texas 7. Ole Miss 6. IndianaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Vieth of Inside Texas details the latest with the Longhorns. Chuck and Heath discuss the penalties attached to the new SEC rule regarding pros returning to college sports. Aaron Taylor of CBS Sports and the Joe Moore award looks at the national CFB picture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck reacts to the SEC and Big Ten barring returning pro players from returning to play CFB. Chuck and Heath discuss what may happen next as a result of the leagues decisions. David Lake of Inside the U previews Chuck's number 3 team Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck and Heath discuss two new starting QB announcements that are interesting for different reasons. Spencer Holbrook of Letterman Row previews Chuck's number 4 team Ohio State. Ryan Green of 1010 XL in Jacksonville reacts to Florida naming Aaron Philo starting QB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck addresses the ongoing roster eligibility issues throughout CFB. Chuck and Heath discuss some of the scenarios to try and resolve the current roster chaos. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drew DeArmond of ESPN 97.7 the Zone Huntsville looks at Alabama officially naming Keelon Russell starting QB. Chuck and Heath discuss coaches refusing to release depth charts for their first games. Trey Biddy of Hawg Sports assesses Arkansas after they announced KJ Jackson as the starting QB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck reacts to various starting QB announcements around the SEC. CHuck and Heath discuss three CFB news items. Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated previews Chuck's number 5 team, Notre Dame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 2026 Chuck Oliver Show Top 20 Countdown as we look at Chuck Oliver's 20 best college football teams for the upcoming college football season! 15. Tennessee 14. USC 13. Alabama 12. Oklahoma 11. BYUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Vandervort of the Clemson Insider analyzes the latest info on Clemson. Chuck and Heath discuss Brent Venables receiving a contract extension at Oklahoma. Zach Osterman of the Indianapolis Star looks at Chuck's number six team Indiana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck's intrigued by several QB battles. Chuck and Heath discuss breaking news on the CFB Legal front. Chuck discusses some week zero games he's interested in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Matthews of Auburn Sports updates the latest with the Tigers. Chuck and Heath discuss Texas A&M adding a member of their 2027 class early. David Cloninger of the Charleston Post and Courier assesses South Carolina in the wake of key injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck's enthusiastic about Bama and Tennessee arranging to play in their colored jerseys the next two years. Chuck and Heath discuss the latest court ordered roster upheavals in CFB. Ben Garrett of Ole Miss Spirit looks at the latest with Chuck's number seven preseason team Ole Miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts hour 2 talking Virginia Tech with Andy Bitter from TechSidelines.com, and some thoughts on some SEC starting QBs. We then talk Georgia with Jed May from UGASports.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts today with how a headline out of Texas could be more impactful than a headline about starters, and Davis Warren being named the starter at Stanford. We then look at Chuck’s number 8 team, Texas, with Anwar Richardson from OrangeBloods.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts hour 2 with a look at the Ohio State vs Texas week 2 matchup before talking his number 9 team, Texas A&M, with Jeff Tarpley from GigEm247. We then look at Florida State with Kolby Crawford from Noles247.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts today’s show with a changing tune in the first couple weeks of the schedule, and what the Florida State offense could look like in week 1. We then talk with Dave Bartoo from College Football Matrix for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 2026 Chuck Oliver Show Top 20 Countdown as we look at Chuck Oliver's 20 best college football teams for the upcoming college football season! 20. Houston 19. Penn State 18. Louisville 17. SMU 16. Texas TechSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Callahan of Go Vols 247 joins Chuck to discuss Tennessee's loss at Corner, the QB battle and the RB room. Chuck talks about Lane Kiffin's spending to build the roster at LSU. Hunt Palmer of 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge joins Chuck to discuss LSU's first scrimmage and the receiver room depth. Chuck discusses what he saw from Auburn's first scrimmage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts the show talking about Alabama's issues to get better at RB due to injury. Chuck discusses the numerous 5-stars LSU has at RB. Ryan Fowler of Tide 100.9 Tuscaloosa joins Chuck to talk about Alabama's RB injuries and QB battle. Chuck talks about Indiana's "tough" schedule and Cignetti's comments about wanting to play Notre Dame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath starts hour 2 talking with Peach Bowl CEO David Epps, and a strange pick in Brett McMurphy’s top 20 teams. We then talk with Fred Segal from Freezing Cold Takes about his new book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath Cline in for Chuck today as we start with what the AP Poll could look like when it comes out, and if Arthur Smith could work as the OC for Ohio State. We then look at Chuck’s number 11 team, BYU, with Mitch Harper from KSL in Salt Lake City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath starts hour 2 talking SEC with Demitri Ravanos from Awful Announcing, and an odd take on Florida State head coach Mike Norvell. We then talk South Carolina with Hale McGranahan from Gamecock 247. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath Cline in for Chuck today as we start today with Kyle Wittingham’s lack of hate for Ohio State despite being at Michigan, and Ryan Silverfield having the most skeptics in the SEC. We then talk Chuck’s number 12 team, Oklahoma, with Tom Green from Sooners Illustrated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath starts hour 2 looking at Mississippi State with Brian Hadad from Supertalk Mississippi, and some interesting comments from Joey McGuire comparing Texas Tech to Al from Caddyshack. We then look around the SEC and more with Cooper Petagna from CBS Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath Cline in for Chuck today as we start with Josh Pate’s list of the top 10 QBs in the Big 10 and the SEC, and a reason for UNC fans to be optimistic. We then look at Chuck’s number 13 team, Alabama, with Wyatt Fulton from Tide 100.9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck and Heath discuss Mississippi State adding fifth year players back to their roster after a recent court ruling. Ryan Abraham of USC Football assesses the Trojans, Chuck's number 14 team. Trevor McCue of Blue by Ninety analyzes the latest on Michigan practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck looks at Gary Patterson's potential fit at USC. Chuck and Heath discuss Lane Kiffin's latest public ruminations on his Ole Miss departure. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his regular weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach Abolverdi of Gators Online and WRUF radio updates the latest from Florida's preseason camp. Chuck and Heath look at some of Vegas's lines for the FCS vs SEC week one games. Preston Guy of Tiger Bait sizes up Lane Kiffin's first LSU camp so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck thinks North Carolina's chances of success under Bill Beloichick are getting even less likely. Chuck and Heath discuss Monday's playoff meeting. Jon Reed of Fox Sports Knoxville previews Chuck's number 15 team Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The State (Columbia SC) Clemson beat writer Chapel Fowler previews the start of camp. Chuck and Heath discuss three players unexpectedly not being available for assorted programs. Chris Lee of Vandy 247 analyzes their early practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck isn't sold on John Mateer as a successful QB this season. Chuck and Heath discuss USC losing their starter at center for the season. Jarret Johnson of Inside the Red Raiders previews Chuck's number 16 team Texas Tech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts hour 2 talking Arkansas with David Bazzel from 103.7 The Buzz in Little Rock, and giving credit to Rice for spending on improving their home stadium. We then look around the world of college football with Bill Bender from The Sporting News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck starts today’s show with his thoughts on the Alabama QB battle, and how some schools have an NFL ready QB starting this season. We then look at Chuck’s number 17 team, SMU, with Billy Embody from On the Pony Express. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Ennis of 93.9 the Ville in Louisville previews Chuck's number 18 team Louisville. Chuck and Heath discuss multiple CFB topics including a wild promotion at Akron. Eric Henry of Horns 247 assesses Texas as camp begins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss the coaches poll potentially being more relevant than previous editions. Eli Hoff of the St Louis Post-Dispatch reacts to the early Missouri practices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck and Heath discuss ESPN's newly announced CFB announcer lineup for 2026. Centre Daily Times Penn State beat guy Jon Sauber previews Chuck's number 19 team Penn State. Anthony Dasher of UGA Sports analyzes Georgia as they get ready to open camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck opens with thoughts on Georgia Tech. Chuck and Heath discuss Indiana removing Notre Dame from their schedule and having no power 4 non conference games booked. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Caldwell of Auburn 247 looks at the Tigers as they get ready to open camp. Chuck and Heath discuss Notre Dame and USC renewing their rivalry beginning in 2030 while Indiana drops their scheduled ND series. Mark Passwaters of Aggie Huddle previews the beginning of Texas A&M's training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck reacts to a Colorado federal judge's ruling opening up yet another set of roster issues for CFB. Chuck and Heath discuss the challenge for schools in deciding whether to try and bring back players when that ruling might be overturned. Dan Mathews of Sportstalk 790 in Houston previews the Houston Cougars (team 20 in Chuck's preseason top 20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath starts hour 2 with Wilson Alexander from On3 to talk about Big 10 Media Days, and a couple interesting hires for CBS Sports TV. We then look at Notre Dame with Mike Golic Jr from TNT Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.