The Curse

A bet of 401ks was wagered a month ago and Notre Dame collected.  Brian Kelly unfortunately beats Saban and picks up the biggest win of his career.  The fellas project the final CFP rankings and take a look at what a 12-team playoff would like.  Let's get into it ...

The guys break down Week 5 games and look toward Week 6!

The fellas unpack Week 5 games and look to Week 6.  Who's a fraud in the top 10?  Folks who think the Big10 is the best conference from top-to-bottom are fools.  Can Notre Dame 'upset' BYU?

Well ... there are still microphone issues.  Oh, and one of us cut out for 12 minutes in the middle of the podcast - Good thing we don't get paid to do this!  (We'll figure this out - promise).  We talk Notre Dame/Clemson and the woes of being a die-hard.  We recap the best Week 3 games, unpack upcoming Week 4 games, and trash the AP Poll.  Then, naturally, we talk about our ideal Vegas trip.  Let 'er rip.

This week, the guys take a look at Week 1 games, dissect the Notre Dame/Ohio State game and dive into the Clemson/GA Tech game.  They also recap major games from the previous week and look ahead at major games in Week 2.We combined our normal three episodes into one, let us know what you think!Apologies again for the audio issues - we're working to correct those in the 2022 Week 2 episode.

Season 2 of The Curse begins!!  The fellas discuss how NIL is affecting the recruiting game and whether the current form of NIL is good for college football.  The Crew also discusses who they believe will be conference champs in the Power 5, the four teams in the CFP,  sleepers for the college football playoff, and the 2022 champ.  Apologies for the less-than-stellar audio - our recording platform changed settings on us.  We'll get this cleaned up for the next episode.

In this episode, Mike and Kevin talk about the bomb dropped last week: USC & UCLA moving to the Big10 Conference.  What does this mean for everyone else, and why is everyone waiting to see what Notre Dame does?  Let's get into it ...

The Curse Crew welcomes Clay back into the mix!  We take a look at last night's Georgia / Alabama game and the crew discusses whether or not Alabama is still the better team.  One of our Oregon listeners has a hot take and gets called out.  It's never too early to look at next year - we take a look at the 2022 Season.  Finally, where does the playoff go from here? Stay at 4?  6?  8?  12?  What needs to change and what it means for college football is on the menu.  Let's get into it ...

Mike and Kevin dive into their initial reactions to the Fiesta Bowl matchup between Notre Dame and Oklahoma State.  They also take shots at those jumping off the Marcus Freeman bandwagon after one game, but do discuss what they believe needs to happen in the very near future for Notre Dame to be successful.

The Curse Crew reacts to the Alabama/Cincinnati and Georgia/Michigan semifinal games.  We also take a look at the upcoming rematch between Alabama and Georgia in the college football national championship.  Who you got!?

The Curse Crew take a look at the upcoming college football playoff: Alabama vs. Cincinnati and Michigan vs. Ohio State.  We also predict the outcome of each game and have a slight disagreement on who wins the title.  Beers are had and football is discussed ... Let's get into it.

The Curse Crew picks 20 bowl games against Vegas lines.  Each host picks 5 games they're calling their bookie for.  There's an interesting variable this time around with players opting out, but if you like money, but with us.

The guys take a look at some of the best and most intriguing bowl games, inclusive of all NY6 games.  Kevin's house is still divided and Notre Dame must beat Oklahoma State.

Mike and Kevin recap the top 3 recruiting classes: 1) Texas A&M 2) Alabama and 3) Georgia.  Although Notre Dame closes at #7, what does Marcus Freeman need to do in the 2023 recruiting class to close the gap with the elite programs in college football.  Jimbo Fisher admits to cheating and why Scott Van Pelt is wrong to think the "Wild West" isn't wilder now with NIL.  Is Name Image Likeness ruining traditional college football?  Let's get into it ...

The CFP is set!  Bama rocks Georgia and now Georgia faces a tough Michigan team in the CFP.  Will we see a rematch of the SEC Championship in the natty?  Oklahoma State loses by inches and now faces Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl.  More coaches are on the move - Mario Cristobal and Brent Venables are leaving their current positions, but are they headed for greener pastures?  Finally, The Curse Crew brings back LSU Brian to discuss the Brian Kelly hire.  Find out this die hard LSU fan's take on the new coach.

We're a college football podcast that has two Notre Dame die-hards as hosts.  It seemed only appropriate to have a special edition podcast with the impending announcement of Marcus Freeman as head coach at Notre Dame.  Get ready Irish fans ... the future is here ... and it's bright.  Heads up LSU fans ... you just got a coach who wins when the odds are stacked in his favor.  Tough to root for a coach that only looks out for himself.  Have fun.  He'll be fired by the end of 2025.  Book it.

The Curse Crew holds an emergency podcast for an immediate reaction to news of Notre Dame Head Coach, Brian Kelly, heading to LSU.  Good or bad for the program?  Who will they hire?

Michigan takes down Ohio State.  Bama barely survives the Iron Bowl.  Oklahoma State beats Oklahoma.  USC lands a blockbuster hire in Lincoln Riley.  And who the hell is making the College Football Playoff?  If you like college football, tune in - you're in for a treat.

The Crew discussed Notre Dame's blowout win against Stanford and Clemson's dominating performance against in-state foe, South Carolina.  What are Notre Dame's chances of getting into the College Football playoff and what needs to happen in Conference Championship week to make this a reality?  Let's. Get. Into it ....

The Curse Crew calls the College Football Conference Championship games against Vegas opening lines.  If you like money, bet with us.

Ohio State ROLLS Michigan State. Utah demolishes Oregon.  Alabama survives Arkansas.  The Curse Crew takes a look at the biggest games in Week 12 of College Football.  We also discuss the never-ending number of coaches that get fired, with Dan Mullen out at Florida, and who the candidates should be to replace them.  Lane Kiffin to Miami?  If so, we want HBO to do Hard Knocks - Miami Hurricanes (Uncut).  Finally, we take a look at the College Football Playoff and what teams still have a chance.  Let's get into it ...

The Crew discuss Notre Dame's dominating win over Georgia Tech, what needs to happen for Notre Dame to make the College Football Playoff, and why it's potentially not a good thing if they do.  We also take a look at Clemson's best performance of the year against a fake top-10 program in Wake Forest.  Can Clemson make the ACC Championship game?  Maybe, but either way the Curse Crew was accurate in their attack on Paul Finebaum earlier in the year.

The Curse Crew picks 20 games against Vegas opening lines.  Each host also picks 5 games they're calling their bookie for.  Bet with us if you like winning money.   College Football's Week 13 is shaping up to be a good one! Let's get into it ...

No one discusses the college football landscape like the Curse Crew.  The hosts fire shots at coaches of major programs that come from the non-Power 5, while also taking aim at Texas coach, Steve Sarkisian and Penn State coach, James Franklin.  Who's making the College Football Playoff!?  We discuss it all on this episode - let's get into it ...

The Curse Crew takes a look at Notre Dame's mediocre performance against a hampered Virginia team and Clemson's matchup with UConn.  The Crew also discusses Notre Dame's potential (or lack thereof) of making the CFP.  Mike and Kevin take more shots at Notre Dame's schedule, while Clay discusses Clemson upcoming matchup with Wake Forest.  Let's get into it ...

The Curse Crew picks 20 games against Vegas opening lines and 5 games they're calling their bookie for!  All hosts are above .500 and were a collective 12-3 on their CYB picks last week.  Bet with us if you want to win money.

The Crew brings in a special guest from LSU to give us his take on the LSU coaching search.  Would Jimbo Fisher leave Texas A&M for the bayou?  Other than Jimbo, who else would satisfy the LSU fanbase?  We also discuss last week's College Football Playoff rankings and how they'll be affected with top teams struggling in Week 10.  Each host ranks their top 10 in order and Kevin has Notre Dame at #5, but doesn't believe they're deserving - is his argument legitimate? 

The Curse Crew takes a look at ND's win against Navy and discusses next week's game against offensive juggernaut, Virginia.  Is ND on its way to an 11-1 season?  Clemson gets a close win against Louisville and Clay is nervous for next week's UConn matchup.  What does Clemson need to do to build on this week's win before facing Wake Forest in two week's?  Kevin bet Mike and Clay $50 Clemson doesn't get to 9 wins - who wins?

The Curse Crew picks 20 games against Vegas opening lines for Week 11 games in college football.  Each host chooses 5 games they're calling their bookie for.  Take a listen if you want insight on how to bet this week's upcoming games.

The Crew discusses Michigan/Michigan State, Penn State/Ohio State, and the impacts on the upcoming College Football Playoff rankings.  Who's coaching where next season?  There potentially more jobs opening up, depending on who takes the USC and LSU jobs, and we discuss all the potential scenarios.  Cincinnati is still overrated and we rank our Top 10, while discussing the upcoming College Football Playoff rankings.  Let's get into it ...

The Curse Crew picks 20 games against Vegas lines for Week 10.  Each host picks 5 games they're calling their bookie for.  See how we view this week's upcoming games.

The Crew discusses Notre Dame's win over North Carolina, as they advance to 7-1 on the season.  Does Notre Dame have a shot at the College Football Playoff?  Do they actually want one?  Clemson has their best offensive performance against Florida State, with a wild ending that screws up the Crew's Call Your Bookie picks.

The Curse Crew sits down with former Notre Dame and NFL cornerback, Mike Richardson.  We discuss everything from his recruitment to Notre Dame, the transition from Tyrone Willingham to Charlie Weis, the 2005 Bush-Push game, being named the 'Moss Killer' with the Patriots, his friendship with Marcus Freeman, and just how close Notre Dame is to winning a title.  

Lots of big games coming up in Week 9.  The Curse Crew calls 20 games against Vegas lines and each host picks 5 games they're calling their bookie on.  Tune in to get insight on how to bet this week's games!

Penn State is a fraud after losing a pillow fight to Illinois in 9 OTs, Cincinnati shouldn't sniff the Playoff, and Oklahoma will be just fine.  The Curse Crew picks this week's Top 4 and Top 10 and tries to predict what the College Football Playoff Committee will do on 10/26/21.  We're better at this than the "experts" and it's not close.

Notre Dame cruises to 6-1 with a win over rival, USC.  Clemson continues to struggle on offense against a rising Pitt team.  The Curse Crew also teases a big interview with a for Notre Dame and NFL Player.  Who is it?  Keep tuning in to find out!

The Curse Crew picks 20 Week 8 games against Vegas opening lines and 5 games we're calling our bookie on!

Iowa is a fraud, Coach O is out at LSU, and Spencer Rattler transferring?  The Crew tackles all and provides a look into our Top 4, Top 10, and a team outside the current AP Top 10 who can threaten the playoff.

The Curse Crew discusses the upcoming Notre Dame/USC game and recruiting needs/targets for the Irish.  Clemson shows little progress on the offensive front against Syracuse, but the defense is still elite.  Can Dabo turn it around before season's end?

Get your popcorn ready ... The Curse crew discusses the WILD Week 6 in College Football.  Alabama does down, Iowa beats a better Penn State team, and Oklahoma has a new look at QB.  We cover all the latest on Urban Meyer and whether or not we'd hire him at our schools.  As always, we rank our top 4, top 10, and identify a team outside the current AP Top 10 who can still threaten the playoff.

The Curse Crew discusses Notre Dame @ Virginia Tech, the continuous offensive line issues, and the musical chairs at the QB position.  Clay provides updates on Clemson injuries, the upcoming Syracuse game, and where Clemson goes from here.  Can Clemson still make the playoff?

The Curse Crew picks 20 games against Vegas opening Lines for Week 7!

The Curse crew analyzes the college football landscape through Week 5.  We talk Georgia/Arkansas, Alabama/Ole Miss, and Oregon/Stanford.  During the segment, we also rank our current Top-4, Top-10, and identify a team outside the current AP Top 10 that can threaten the College Football Playoff.  Let's get into it ...

The Curse Crew calls 20 games against Vegas opening lines for College Football's Week 6 lineup.  Each host will select 5 games they're calling their bookie for.  Let's get into it ...

The Curse discusses Notre Dame's loss to Cincinnati and Clemson's survival of Boston College in Week 5.  Brian Kelly is the "winningest" coach in ND history - does he deserve a statue?  The ND O-Line isn't great, but why?  Finebaum claims the Clemson dynasty is over - does he have a point?