John Horlander (@John_Horlander) and Johnny Soper (@jcsopes) break down all of the latest news surrounding Notre Dame football and the entire college football landscape.
John and Johnny vehemently disagree regarding the committee's decision to put Alabama in the CFP, plus Notre Dame and transfer portal drama, then we go on some tangents and that'll be a podcast.
John wants to talk ND Basketball, Johnny wants to talk about the message boards, and no one wants to talk about this football game. Enjoy everyone, and take care of yourself this bye week.
John and Johnny return for a discussion of a grab bag of topics ranging across college football. Enjoy. (0:36) ND-Pitt review (21.37) 1st CFP rankings release (38:42) Michigan sign stealing scandal (52:02) Clemson preview (1:03:06) Notre Dame Men's Basketball begins 11/6
John and Johnny relive a memorable night at Notre Dame Stadium as ND wins 48-20 over No. 10 USC. Enjoy folks. (0:57) - USC review (49:09) Stadium stories (1:01:36) What goes on inside Notre Dame Stadium? (1:12:02) Field storming thoughts (1:23:58) The NBC broadcast getting bad. (1:35:38) What's happening in CFB over Notre Dame's bye week?
John and Johnny dissect a disappointing loss to Louisville (1:07) Looking ahead to a big rivalry game against USC (44:07) John and Johnny talk about what the 12-team playoff might bring next year if the parity continues (59:56) What happened around CFB this weekend (1:04:37) Preview the next week (1:17:34) Finally, some gambler's corner and random musings (1:26:12)
John and Johnny talk about Pete Sampson's epic roast of Johnny on Twitter (0:38), and then talk for a bit about Notre Dame's dramatic 21-14 victory over Duke (4:49). Then, Johnny and John evaluate the Irish at the midway point in the season and talk about the run of primetime games (29:54). Finally, the duo chat about Phil Jurkovec's position change, the upcoming game against Louisville, and wrap up with gambler's corner (56:03).
John and Johnny are joined by Paul Farrington to emotionally process Saturday's 17-14 loss to Ohio State. No timestamps in this one JD, sorry.
We've had this one circled all year. After beginning the season 4-0, Notre Dame welcomes in Ohio State for a top 10 matchup under the lights at Notre Dame Stadium. John and Johnny have it all for you in this one: - Central Michigan recap (0:48) - Ohio State game opening thoughts (7:56) - what will the crowd look like? (23:07) - game breakdown and why this game and season matter (34:11) - How this ND team compares to 2012 and 2018 teams that went undefeated (42:56) - Gamblers Corner (52:23) - Around CFB and miscellaneous (57:35)
We tried something new this time folks... some live interjections from each quarter of ND-NC State! Johnny and I were watching together and decided to give some thoughts as we went along. Hope you enjoy. NC State Recap (0:08) 1st quarter live reaction (18:18) 2nd quarter live reaction (30:16) 3rd quarter (37:14) Overall game thoughts (cont.) (40:18) Week 2 recap in CFB (49:26) Final thoughts, Gamblers Corner (1:04:19)
(0:44) - Notre Dame 56, TSU 3 (19:00) - Colorado (34:14) - LSU-FSU (47:17) - Clemson-Duke (1:05:46) - NC State preview (1:15:09) - Gamblers corner
John and Johnny revel in the Irish's 42-3 victory over Navy in Dublin. Sam Hartman, folks.
John and Johnny break down the Notre Dame roster, talk about the season ahead, and discuss the week 0 game against Navy in Dublin. FInally, John and Johnny each give their bets for the week.
John and Johnny return to the mic after an 8-month hiatus. There's much to discuss, including Sam Hartman's transfer to Notre Dame (10:12), Tyler Buchner's and Tommy Rees' departure to Alabama (20:46), and Jack Swarbrick's love letter to the ND message board warriors (37:07) After that, Johnny is very concerned about the state of college football (46:53), and John has praise for the university (1:04:26) and concerns about student-athletes (1:10:10). Music – The Blood of Cu Chulainn
John and Johnny reminisce on last week's Conference Championship Weekend (2:11) before breaking down the College Football Playoff Top 4, and eventual 12 (10:19). Then, they talk about the transfer portal and how Notre Dame can leverage it, specifically at QB (28:45). Finally, a brief discussion on the Gator Bowl matchup with South Carolina (45:25) and some hoops talk! (49:02).
Caleb Williams is really good, we knew that. What did we learn from Saturday's 38-27 loss? Plus, the College Football Playoff nears, so we're talking scenarios.
John and Johnny revel in Notre Dame's dismantling of BC, talk Phil Jurkovec, Drew Pyne, and Kenny Minchey, plus a preview of the USC season finale and CFP talk.
John and Johnny evaluate Notre Dame's slim 35-32 win over Navy, plus discussions on the "rivalry," the ND quarterback position, recruiting drama, and possible ND Bowl game talk.
John and Johnny are once again joined by Kevin Maus to talk about the epic victory over the Clemson Tigers. Johnny subscribed to a message board (55:25). It's a long one.
John and Johnny break down the win against Syracuse which moves the Irish to 5-3, before moving to a broader discussion about Drew Pyne (19:43). Then, they preview the Clemson game (27:30) and talk about the upcoming CFP rankings (36:45). Finally, John and Johnny lament a lackluster environment at Notre Dame Stadium and pose solutions to the issue (44:19).
John and Johnny muse about a confusing blowout victory for the Irish, and what this season has in store going forward.
John and Johnny discuss the atmosphere at Notre Dame Stadium and what must be done to improve it. Also we play UNLV this week.
John and Johnny lament what went wrong in a putrid loss to Stanford
John and Johnny return after a two-week sabbatical to discuss Johnny's escapades in Vegas, the Drew Pyne Renaissance, and more.
John and Johnny break down the Cal win (5:25), before Johnny has some thoughts on the last play of the game (27:42) and John talks College football's weird start (35:28). Finally, some broadcaster chat (43:38) and then some potpourri discussion at the end (50:08)
From Monday's episode: does Notre Dame trying to win "the Notre Dame way" make it impossible for them to win in this day and age?
John and Johnny discuss Notre Dame's massive let down against Marshall, as well as what it means, what can Freeman and co. change, and what does the loss of Tyler Buchner mean for Notre Dame the rest of this year? What the heck is going on...
John and Johnny are still talking about the Ohio State game, but then they move on to discuss this weekend's matchup with Marshall, as well as the additions of Jac Collinsworth and Jason Garrett to the Notre Dame broadcast, Pat McAfee to College Gameday, and more.
John and Johnny are joined by Kevin Maus (@MausBaus37) to discuss the Ohio State loss (1:05), some ESPN grumblings (29:50), the expanded College Football Playoff and Sponsorship evolution (40:00), and a wild Week 1 in CFB (1:00:17).
John and Johnny prepare for the 2022 season opener, a massive showdown with Ohio State in Columbus. The duo break down the Irish depth chart (10:22), look at what Ohio State will bring to the table (19:02), before playing a game of "Notre Dame wins if..." (31:31) and doing a draft of the best position groups on either team (34:51). Finally, both predict the result of the Saturday night clash (47:18).
John and Johnny return with a reaction to the new Netflix Documentary – "Untold: The Girlfriend that didn't exist" (6:12) SPOILER ALERT at (27:57). Then, a brief preview of the season and the season opener at Ohio State (32:35).
John and Johnny react to Notre Dame's stunning and disappointing loss to Oklahoma State, and look ahead to 2022 and what's to come.
John and Johnny preview the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl (6:27), as well as the College Football Playoff (31:47), optimal NYE strategy (40:34), and the "too many bowls" debate (43:38).
John and Johnny are joined by Paul Farrington to talk about Brian Kelly's departure from Notre Dame and the details surrounding it (0:00). Then, the trio discuss the reported hiring of Marcus Freeman as the next Irish head coach (33:09). As always, there is some playoff talk (54:14), and then it wraps up with an assessment of what its like to be ND right now (1:07:55)
John and Johnny celebrate Notre Dame's shutout victory over GT, lambaste the CFP committee (again), and at the end, discuss thanksgiving food (1:02:52).
John and Johnny break down Notre Dame's win over UVA before transitioning to the weekly clown show that is the College Football Playoff rankings.
John and Johnny break down the Navy win, discuss the UVA matchup upcoming, and assess the state of the CFP rankings.
John and Johnny briefly recap the last two weeks in Notre Dame football, then the conversation transitions to the College Football Playoff Rankings (15:56).
John and Johnny preview the Notre Dame-USC clash set for Saturday night in Notre Dame Stadium
John and Johnny discuss some pressing existential questions surrounding Notre Dame football during the bye week.
John and Johnny return to talk about ND's loss to Cincinnati, but the way they bounced back to defeat Va Tech in Blacksburg and head into the bye week 5-1.
John and Johnny debate the QB position after Notre Dame's whirlwind victory over Wisconsin in the diet shamrock series game. Plus, a big Cincinnati preview
John and Johnny evaluate Notre Dame football after three weeks, look ahead to a big matchup with Wisconsin, and assess Brian Kelly's legacy.
John and Johnny moan about an awful Peacock experience, on the field and on the tv. Then, something about a really big drum?
John and Johnny give their thoughts and overreactions to Notre Dame's 3 pt victory over Florida State. Come for the hot takes, stay for Johnny's thoughts on Cable TV and Executing your entire team.
John and Johnny evaluate the state of the program and look ahead to the 2021 season. Kyle Hamilton is still really, really good.
John and Johnny break down the Irish's 2nd CFP loss, this time by 17 to Alabama. Lots to discuss, much to consider, but always great to be Irish.
John and Johnny preview the David vs Goliath matchup that awaits the Irish in Dallas for the College Football Playoff Semifinal. How do you stop Alabama? Can you? Will you? Go Irish.
John and Johnny lament Notre Dame's loss in the ACC Championship game, and John throws a tantrum about the Playoff committee (again).
John and Johnny go in-depth into the ACC Championship game rematch between Notre Dame and Clemson. They also chat about The College Football Playoff and its inconsistencies (29:25), as well as a roundup of National Signing Day (54:33)
John and Johnny bask in the glow of another undefeated season (it's feeling normal now right?) and discuss all the latest CFP drama.
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