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The Late Kick with Josh Pate delivers College football the way you want it. Behind-the-scenes whispers and intel thanks to a network of team insiders. Game breakdowns and rapid reaction along with the occasional gambling and recruiting twist. No offseason, no low-hanging fruit, no hot take — just the information you need to know on a show built with YOU in mind.

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    The Late Kick with Josh Pate is a must-listen podcast for college football fans. From in-depth analysis to behind-the-scenes coverage, this show covers all aspects of the game. One of the best things about this podcast is Josh's ability to provide insightful and objective opinions on every program, calling it as he sees it. He brings a fresh perspective and offers viewpoints that many listeners may not have considered before. Additionally, his humor and authenticity make the show enjoyable to listen to.

    However, there are also some drawbacks to the podcast. Some listeners may find that Josh occasionally appeals to the lowest common denominator by attacking straw man arguments or focusing too much on certain top programs. While it's important to provide honest critiques, it would be beneficial for the show to delve into more nuanced opinions and recognize the unique circumstances of certain teams.

    Overall, The Late Kick with Josh Pate is an exceptional podcast that caters directly to diehard college football fans. It offers a comprehensive look at the sport and keeps listeners engaged throughout each episode. Whether you're looking for game breakdowns, insider information, or just some good laughs, this podcast has it all. Give it a listen and join the community of passionate college football fans who love and appreciate this show's genuine approach to the game.



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    Latest episodes from The Late Kick with Josh Pate

    New CFP Criteria Concerns + Portal Intel & Final Nico Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 75:36


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 626 features Josh Pate looking at upcoming changes to the College Football Playoff along with the idea TV ratings could actually factor into how many auto-bids leagues like the SEC or Big Ten could receive any given year. We're also reacting to the news out of Knoxville as Nico Iamaleava and Tennessee have parted ways only to see Nico wind up at UCLA and UCLA's QB to wind up at Tennessee. Tonight we also look at the latest Transfer Portal intel elsewhere in College Football. What are some of the most underrated matchups across the country this fall? With Miami's Cam Ward being the likely #1 overall pick in Thursday's NFL Draft we look back on his time with the Canes as Josh shares behind the scenes stories. The truth-teller series continues as we put Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian in the spotlight tonight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Lincoln Riley joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 39:45


    USC head coach Lincoln Riley is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Nico Latest & Impact On CFB + Transfer Portal On Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 71:14


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 625 features Josh Pate reacting to the wild news out of Knoxville as Nico Iamaleava and Tennessee have parted ways after a contract renegotiation went south. Where will Josh Heupel and the Vols go from here? What's next for Nico? Will College Football see a wild spring transfer portal window in the coming weeks? Tonight we're also looking at the biggest what-ifs in College Football this season. Could we see a world where UGA, Texas, Oregon, and Ohio State are somewhat down in 2025? Might it be mid-season or later before the best team(s) emerge? Josh also discusses the feud between UGA who want Mike Bobo gone as UGA offensive coordinator and Kirby Smart's insistence in keeping him onboard. All that plus some words on the retirement of Lee Corso from College Gameday. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Tennessee & Nico Disaster + Portal Chaos Ahead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 80:51


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 624 features Josh Pate reacting to the wild news out of Knoxville as Nico Iamaleava and Tennessee have parted ways after a contract renegotiation went south. Where will Josh Heupel and the Vols go from here? What's next for Nico? Will College Football see a wild spring transfer portal window in the coming weeks? Tonight we're also looking at the biggest what-ifs in College Football this season. Could we see a world where UGA, Texas, Oregon, and Ohio State are somewhat down in 2025? Tonight we tell the truth about Big Noon Kickoff. What are the pros and cons of having premiere games kickoff the day? Several teams had spring games this weekend including Alabama, UGA, Ohio State, Miami, and more. What were the biggest takeaways? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Big 2025 What-Ifs + Spring Game Debate & Ryan Day Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 62:06


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 623 features Josh Pate looking at the biggest what-ifs in College Football this season. Arch Manning's time has come at Texas. What if he shines? What if he fails? Could we see the SEC national title drought continue? Can Dabo Swinney and Clemson return to their old ways of competing for national titles? How do we fix the College Football calendar to create interesting tidbits year-round? Tonight Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is in the spotlight. What is the truth about the Buckeye head man after Ohio State's national title win? Josh also talks about Notre Dame plus how we will continue to develop the show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Big Changes This Week? + Truth About CFB Officiating & Bama QB Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 74:22


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 622 features Josh Pate looking at what it would take to get College Football Playoff changed this season along with the impact of the impending House settlement decision. Will we see the auto-bid structure change? What about new rule structures in things like NIL and the Transfer Portal? We also touch on the truth about some of the biggest topics in the sport. Tonight College Football officiating is in the spotlight. Josh looks at Alabama and USC and discusses what Kalen DeBoer and Lincoln Riley will need to do to make things happen in 2025. A similar question is posed about Steve Sarkisian and Texas. Josh also shares the story behind his recent engagement. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Mike Norvell joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 47:18


    Florida State head coach Mike Norvell is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Legit National Title Contenders + CFP Changes & Storm Chasing Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 67:36


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 621 features Josh Pate looking at what it would take to get College Football Playoff change this season. Will we see the auto-bid structure change? We also touch on the truth about some of the biggest names in the sport. Tonight Penn State head coach James Franklin is on the clock. Josh also looks at several games of the year in College Football. Which weekend could be the most explosive? Which teams can win the national title in 2025? Will Kirby Smart and Steve Sarkisian have UGA and Texas in the mix? Could we see Ohio State and Notre Dame right back in it? What about Oregon or LSU? Josh also shares storm chasing intel after a big day on the road. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Brent Venables joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 60:04


    Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Joey McGuire joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 64:11


    Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    We Have a Portal Problem + Truth About Cristobal + Pruitt Lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 77:36


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 620 features Josh Pate taking a look at the Transfer Portal and whether unlimited player movement is good or bad for the game overall. What do we think of Scott Van Pelt's remarks? Spring intel continues to pour in as we get the latest from the SEC and Big Ten. Can UGA get their offense figured out? What will Michigan do at QB? Nebraska is looking to capitalize on their offensive hype as well. We also look at Tennessee and Florida. We also touch on the truth about some of the biggest names in the sport. Tonight Miami head coach Mario Cristobal is on the clock. What are some of the biggest non-conference games in College Football this season? Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Shane Beamer joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 53:19


    South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    UGA Off-Field Issues + Big Ten vs SEC & Spring Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 76:56


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 618 features Josh Pate revisiting the SEC vs Big Ten debate and how it's possible to look at things completely differently than most of the crowd. We're also dishing out whispers and intel from spring camps all across the country. What's the latest out of LSU with the amount of Transfer Portal movement they had? We also touch on the truth about some of the biggest names in the sport. Tonight USC head coach Lincoln Riley is on the clock. Could 2025 be a total chaos year in College Football? We dive into what is a very hazy national title odds picture as spring practice opens. Josh also explores some of the biggest conference games of the 2025 season. All that plus we address more off-field issues for Kirby Smart and UGA. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Kirby Smart joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 49:11


    Georgia head coach Kirby Smart is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Give Me REAL Spring Games + Truth About Lane Kiffin & Camp Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 59:57


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 618 features Josh Pate dishing out whispers and intel from spring camps all across the country. What's the latest on Clemson's WR and RB situation? Can South Carolina replicate the success they had last season? Josh also touches on FSU, Ohio State, and Boston College. We also touch on the truth about some of the biggest names in the sport. Tonight Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin is on the clock. Could 2025 be a total wild card year in College Football? We dive into what is a very hazy national title odds picture as spring practice opens. Josh also dives into the concept Deion Sanders has thrown out about Colorado possibly hosting a real opponent for a spring game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB Whispers & Intel + Fixing The Portal & Storm Chasing Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 81:21


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 617 features Josh Pate dishing out whispers and intel from spring camps all across the country. How is the QB battle shaking out at Alabama? Are we worried about DJ Lagway's health status at Florida? Where will Clemson and LSU be when they face off to start this season? Josh also dives into what happened with yesterday's big storm chase. Next, we discuss the Transfer Portal and whether there is a way to limit the amount of movement we see every season. We also dive into the concept of this being a title-or-bust season for James Franklin and Penn State. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Best Jobs & Stadiums + Clemson vs Pate State Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 71:50


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 616 features Josh Pate diving into the mailbag. What do we think about the recent surge Clemson has seen in recruiting. Is there a new energy around Dabo Swinney's program? Where are this year's ultimate sleeper teams that could accomplish what Indiana did last season? Is there something to how many former players are entering sports media and how much more difficult it makes it for everyone else? Has Josh avoided discussing FSU on the show? We also take a look at the best jobs in College Football and some underrated stadiums To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Biggest 2025 Questions + Me vs Clemson Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 52:31


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 615 features Josh Pate looking at College Football's biggest spring questions. How will the QB battles play out at places like Alabama, Michigan, Ohio State, and others? Can Arch Manning explode at Texas? What will Penn State and Tennessee look like this season? Josh also discusses Oregon, Florida, and UGA. Next, we discuss some mystery teams in 2025. How will Mike Elko do in year two at Texas A&M? What about Iowa or Utah? Josh also takes a look at SMU. Where do we see the future of College Football and the overall health of the sport? We also discuss Matt Rhule and the future for Nebraska. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Rhett Lashlee joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 59:51


    SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    FSU & Clemson May Still Leave + CFB's Most Hated Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 79:20


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 614 features Josh Pate discussing possible changes in College Football when it comes to FSU, Clemson, and the future of the ACC. What does the new agreement in the conference really mean? Next we ask the important question: which team is the most hated in College Football? We also have a good old-fashioned recruiting debate on our hands. Are there nefarious mechanisms in play with star ratings? Are they overrated? What is the future of the Florida program as they approach a pivotal 2025 season? Which teams are the biggest schedule winners and losers in the Big12 this season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Mike Elko joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 43:48


    Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Is Brian Kelly Top 10? + Josh vs CFB Reddit & CFP Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 75:03


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 613 features Josh Pate discussing possible changes in College Football when it comes to the 2025 College Football Playoff structure. Will we see a change in format before this fall? How should LSU head coach Brian Kelly be viewed within the national landscape? Josh also takes a look at the next sleeper programs in College Football. Could we see Georgia Tech or SMU explode in the coming years? SEC win totals are also out. How will teams like UGA, Texas, Alabama, LSU, and Tennessee fare this season? We also break down the ACC schedule and circle the biggest winners and losers. All that plus a bit of life/career advice and Josh responds to criticism over his coverage of the Big 12. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The CFB Parity Myth + Career Advice & 2025 Circle Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 62:15


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 612 features Josh Pate discussing the top programs in College Football when it comes to returning production. How will teams like Clemson and Illinois fare with a ton of experience returning? Josh also discusses Arizona State, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma. SEC win totals have been released on FanDuel. Which numbers stand out the most? Josh also takes a look at different QB battles shaping up across the country including a spotlight on Alabama, Notre Dame, Colorado, Michigan, and Ohio State. Which teams are the biggest winners and losers when it comes to the Big Ten schedule this fall? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Top 12 Program + Pre-Spring Conference Title Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 80:05


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 611 features Josh Pate discussing the top programs in College Football. Where do SEC programs like Texas, UGA, and Alabama stack up against Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon, and Penn State from the Big Ten? What about Clemson and Miami? Where does Notre Dame fit? Josh also takes a look at USC making a big move in recruiting. Is the new energy in LA real this time? What do we make of spring games being canceled across College Football? The SEC league schedule is once again radically imbalanced. Tonight we take an early look at that plus a shot in the dark at conference title winners before spring practice starts. All that plus a look at the future for Ryan Day and Ohio State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    My Radical CFP Proposal + Are Big12 Haters Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 70:37


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 610 features Josh Pate discussing a report detailing major changes that could be coming to the College Football Playoff. Will the SEC and Big Ten be looking to drastically alter the landscape? Josh is also looking at the top program rankings in the ACC. What do we make of the Arch Manning hype that will almost certainly be off the charts heading into the 2025 season. Can Steve Sarkisian and Texas make it back to the SEC Championship Game? Why are College Football schedules so imbalanced even team to team within the same conferences? Josh discusses all this plus which Sunshine State coach is under the most pressure between Florida's Billy Napier, FSU's Mike Norvell, and Miami's Mario Cristobal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Matt Rhule joins Josh Pate - Pate Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 63:02


    Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFP Expansion About To Happen + Big Ten Program Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 83:20


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 609 features Josh Pate discussing a report detailing major changes that could be coming to the College Football Playoff. Will the SEC and Big Ten be looking to drastically alter the landscape? Josh is also looking at the top program rankings in the Big Ten. Does Ryan Day have Ohio State on top after a national title win? Where is Sherrone Moore and Michigan or James Franklin and Penn State? What are some of the things you would tell someone if they gave you one minute to sell them on College Football? On top of that, Josh discusses some of the stadiums and campuses he still hasn't been able to visit. While Notre Dame peaked this past season, what do we see in the future for Marcus Freeman and the Irish? Josh also discusses Hugh Freeze and Auburn. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    SEC Programs Ranked + Next Elite Team & CFB vs NFL Ratings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 71:55


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 608 features Josh Pate looking at the top program rankings in the SEC. Does Kirby Smart still have UGA at the top? Where is Steve Sarkisian and Texas or Kalen DeBoer and Alabama? ACC title odds are out - where are the best value bets? Next up, Josh takes a look at College Football's ratings versus what the NFL just did. Is there a lesson to be learned? Josh also discusses why Jalen Hurts is his favorite player ever. While Notre Dame peaked this past season, which programs could be the next to knock on the door of joining College Football's head table? Josh also discusses the breakout QB candidates for 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Jon Sumrall Joins Josh Pate - Pate State Speaker Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 66:25


    Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is the latest guest on the Pate State Speaker Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Big CFB Changes Coming + OhioSt/Michigan Impact & Signing Day Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 76:25


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 607 features Josh Pate taking a look at the Ohio State vs Michigan rivalry and how toxic it's felt as of late. Is this really as bad as some make it seem? Where does the priority of The Game get placed in the expanded College Football Playoff era? Will College Football see major changes coming to the world of NIL and the Transfer Portal? Tonight Josh discusses a major story detailing the potential future path the sport will take. Josh also looks at the buzz out of Tuscaloosa surrounding Alabama in year two under Kalen DeBoer. What changes are happening? Big Ten title odds are out - where are the best value bets? We also take a look at Texas A&M this fall and plenty more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Huge Moves @ OhioSt & Alabama + Perfect CFB Conferences

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 76:45


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 606 features Josh Pate taking a look at the Ohio State vs Michigan rivalry and how toxic it's felt as of late. Is this really as bad as some make it seem? Where does the priority of The Game get placed in the expanded College Football Playoff era? Josh also looks at rumors Nebraska (along other programs) may be looking to cancel their spring games due to concerns over tampering. What would the perfect College Football conferences look like if nothing was off limits? Can Shane Beamer and South Carolina make a CFP run in 2025? We also take a look at SEC odds in 2025, serious hype around Penn State, and a ridiculous storm chasing bill in Oklahoma. What about the standard being so high at Penn State? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Michigan vs NCAA + Future Of ACC & UGA/Miami Grades

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 82:30


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 605 features Josh Pate reacting to the NCAA's investigation into the Michigan sign-stealing scandal. How serious is this? Could Sherrone Moore see his program suffer significant sanctions? Which College Football teams are the biggest mysteries heading into 2025? Josh takes a look at several tonight. How do we grade the season that just wrapped up for Mario Cristobal and Miami as well as Kirby Smart and UGA? We also take a look at ESPN and the ACC extending their media rights deal through 2036. What does this mean for FSU and Clemson? All that plus changes happening under Marcus Freeman at Notre Dame. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Penn State Steals Knowles + CFB Officiating Myths & Proper Food Etiquette

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 43:59


    On this bonus episode of Josh Pate's College Football Show, Josh breaks down the immense implications of Jim Knowles's move from Ohio State to Penn State and what that means for the future of both programs, plus a deep dive into the mailbag to answer your questions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFP Viewership Dips + JP Poll Attacked & Atlanta Travel Nightmare

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 81:28


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 604 features Josh Pate reacting to the College Football Playoff national title viewership being lower than expected. Is this due to burnout? What about ESPN exclusivity in owning the CFP? Was the date a factor? Which College Football teams have the most to prove in 2025? Josh takes a look at FSU, USC, LSU, Penn State, and Auburn. How do we grade the season that just wrapped up for Dan Lanning and Oregon as well as Kalen DeBoer and Alabama? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ohio State Beats Notre Dame + CFP Pros/Cons & Final JP Poll

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 94:55


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 603 features Josh Pate reacting to Ryan Day and Ohio State beating Marcus Freeman and the Irish to win the national championship. What do we make of this season which saw the highest of highs and lowest of lows? The final JP Poll of the season is released tonight with several teams finishing higher in the power ratings world than they did in the AP Poll. Where are teams like Ole Miss and Texas? Did Notre Dame finish top 3? What do we make of Michigan's future under Sherrone Moore? The first version of the 12-team College Football Playoff is in the books. What were some of the biggest pros and cons to be taken away? Josh also discusses Ryan Day's likability factor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ohio State Beats Notre Dame - Josh Pate Rapid Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 10:45


    Ohio State vs Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game was the spotlight event Monday night and it saw Ryan Day and the Buckeyes down Marcus Freeman and the Irish. After the game Josh Pate broke down the matchup along with several keys that let to the result. What's next for Notre Dame? Could we see things click into place for a run of national title wins for Ohio State? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Biggest Villains + Marcus Freeman OR Ryan Day & Cole Cubelic Joins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 72:55


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 602 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff National Title game with Ohio State vs Notre Dame. Will Marcus Freeman and the Irish pull the upset or can Ryan Day and the Buckeyes cap a buzzsaw CFP run? The Pate State mailbag is open tonight with several good questions. What do we make of FSU's future under Mike Norvell? What will happen with College Football in the years to come? What is the best city to host the national title game? Cole Cubelic also joins the show to discuss a wide range of CFB topics. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    National Title Prediction + CFB's Golden Age & Dabo Evolves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 72:02


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 601 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff National Title game with Ohio State vs Notre Dame. Will Marcus Freeman and the Irish pull the upset or can Ryan Day and the Buckeyes cap a buzzsaw CFP run? The Pate State mailbag is open tonight with several good questions. What do we make of Clemson's recent acquisition of Tom Allen as new DC? What will happen with College Football in the years to come? Have we already seen the golden age or is it still on the horizon? For a kid in the south, what went into being taught to hate USC back in the 2000s? All that plus Deion Sanders flirts with the NFL To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    BONUS Episode: Judging Conferences + Hating Notre Dame & On-Campus Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 39:54


    On this bonus episode of Josh Pate's College Football Show, Josh dives into the mailbag to answer your questions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    SEC Fade Theory + Best Life Advice & CFP Theories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 83:14


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 600 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff National Title game with Ohio State vs Notre Dame. Will Marcus Freeman and the Irish pull the upset or can Ryan Day and the Buckeyes cap a buzzsaw CFP run? The Pate State mailbag is open tonight with several good questions. What do we make of Miami's recent acquisition of Carson Beck along with a new DC? What will happen with the SEC in years to come? Does it get any worse than food poisoning during College Football season? Was Josh wrong about how the expanded Playoff would go? Is Texas really back under Steve Sarkisian despite falling short in the SEC Championship Game and the CFP? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    SEC vs Big Ten: Next Decade | UGA & Clemson Futures + Cole Cubelic Joins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 60:27


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 599 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff and which head coach could see his perception change the most. Will Marcus Freeman, James Franklin, Ryan Day, or Steve Sarkisian cement their legacy with a title win? What do we make of premature endings to seasons for coaches like Kirby Smart at UGA and Dabo Swinney at Clemson? We also take a look at the biggest busted bold predictions of the season and grab a visit with Cole Cubelic. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ohio State vs Texas & Penn State vs Notre Dame PREDICTIONS + Bama & Oregon Doubt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 78:58


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 598 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff semifinal round with predictions on Notre Dame vs Penn State in the Orange Bowl as well as Ohio State vs Texas in the Cotton Bowl. Will Marcus Freeman and the Irish punch their ticket to the national title game or can James Franklin and the Nittany Lions continue defying the odds? What will Steve Sarkisian's Texas offense look like against Ryan Day and a red-hot Buckeye team? What do we make of premature endings to seasons for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama and Dan Lanning at Oregon? Will we ever see a true College Football Playoff “Cinderella” team emerge to win it all? Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Notre Dame Beats UGA + Ohio State Rolls & Texas Survives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 72:35


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 597 features Josh Pate reacting to the College Football Playoff quarterfinal round with recaps on Notre Dame vs UGA, Ohio State vs Oregon, and Texas vs Arizona State. How did Ryan Day get the Buckeyes to play at their highest level of the season against Dan Lanning and the Ducks? What do we make of Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns surviving against Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils? UGA vs Notre Dame just wrapped up - what were the biggest takeaways from the Sugar Bowl? Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Bonus Episode: CFB Commissioner Thoughts + Teams I Hate & Favorite Venues

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 44:16


    On this bonus episode of Josh's Pates College Football Show, Josh answers your questions about college football, including his favorite campus, thoughts on who should be CFB Commissioner and the upcoming Colleg Football Playoff. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFP Prediction Special + Cam Ward Halftime Opt-Out & Transfer Portal Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 84:01


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 596 features Josh Pate looking ahead to the College Football Playoff quarterfinal round with predictions on Notre Dame vs UGA, Ohio State vs Oregon, Penn State vs Boise State, and Texas vs Arizona State. Will Kirby Smart and Steve Sarkisian see their teams keep rolling towards a rematch? How will Dan Lanning and Ryan Day see their teams fare in the Rose Bowl? Can James Franklin and the Nittany Lions avoid an upset? Will Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils pull a shocker? Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFP Reaction Show & Early Quarterfinal Thoughts + Portal Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 96:31


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 595 features Josh Pate reacting to the first round of the College Football Playoff with full takeaways. Indiana vs Notre Dame was a wrap Friday night, but Tennessee vs Ohio State along with SMU vs Penn State and Clemson vs Texas highlighted the Saturday slate. What do we make of Ryan Day and the Buckeyes rolling? Did Steve Sarkisian see Texas begin to align for a title run? Can Penn State stay hot? We also get early thoughts on quarterfinal matchups including Notre Dame vs UGA, Ohio State vs Oregon, Penn State vs Boise State, and Texas vs Arizona State. Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Big CFP Changes Coming + Transfer Portal Scoop & 2024 Games Of The Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 74:26


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 594 features Josh Pate looking at the first round of the College Football Playoff with previews and predictions. How soon could we see the CFP format change? Are coaches like Dan Lanning, Josh Heupel, Marcus Freeman, and James Franklin set to explode? Which teams are the biggest wild cards? Will SMU vs Penn State or Indiana vs Notre Dame provide a big upset? How will Tennessee vs Ohio State shake out as Josh Heupel and the Vols travel to Columbus to face Ryan Day's Buckeyes? What were some of the biggest bold prediction misses of the 2024 season? We recap tonight. Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. Also, Cole Cubelic returns for his usual Thursday night slot. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFB's Biggest Threat + USC & Ohio State Issues & Portal Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 70:08


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 593 features Josh Pate looking at the first round of the College Football Playoff with previews and predictions. Which teams are the biggest wild cards? Will SMU vs Penn State or Indiana vs Notre Dame provide a big upset? How will Tennessee vs Ohio State shake out as Josh Heupel and the Vols travel to Columbus to face Ryan Day's Buckeyes? Josh also breaks down Clemson vs Texas as Dabo Swinney looks to get a major win against Steve Sarkisian. What were some of the biggest bold prediction misses of the 2024 season? We recap tonight. Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. Also, what exactly is on the like for Ryan Day and Ohio State if they lose to Tennessee? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    CFP First Round Predictions + Heisman Nonsense & Transfer Portal Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 85:53


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 592 features Josh Pate looking at the first round of the College Football Playoff with previews and predictions. Will SMU vs Penn State or Indiana vs Notre Dame provide a big upset? How will Tennessee vs Ohio State shake out as Josh Heupel and the Vols travel to Columbus to face Ryan Day's Buckeyes? Josh also breaks down Clemson vs Texas as Dabo Swinney looks to get a major win against Steve Sarkisian. What were some of the biggest bold prediction misses of the 2024 season? We recap tonight. Josh also takes a look at the latest Transfer Portal whispers and intel. Also, was Travis Hunter a deserving Heisman winner over Ashton Jeanty? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    SEC Bias Accusations + Bill Belichick To UNC & Rich Rod To WVU

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 81:10


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 591 features Josh Pate reacting to the College Football Playoff and how claims of SEC bias have swirled around the selection process as well as our very own show. Bill Belichick is the new head coach at North Carolina. Will it work? What are the biggest challenges? How will Dan Mullen fit at UNLV? What about Rich Rodriguez coming back home to West Virginia? What are the worst busted predictions on the show this year? Are there more big names going into the Transfer Portal? All that plus Cole Cubelic joins the show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    New CFP Predictions + Transfer Portal Chaos & Bill Belichick Intel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 76:37


    Josh Pate's College Football Show Ep 590 features Josh Pate reacting to the College Football Playoff bracket reveal and how many updates he's prepared to make to his initial prediction. Will Oregon go and win the whole thing anyway? Can Kirby Smart and UGA make a run? What about Ryan Day at Ohio State or Steve Sarkisian at Texas? How many big names have entered the Transfer Portal and where do we think they're headed? Will we see Bill Belichick make history at North Carolina? What are the worst busted predictions on the show this year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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