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Blake Ruffino and Joe DeLeone join forces to talk about the latest in the SEC and College Football

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    Nebraska 2025 Preview & Sankey Weighs In On CFP Schedule Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 60:54


    College Football 2025 Update with Joe DeLeone & Blake Ruffino

    Texas A&M 2025 Preview + Mike Leach Is HOF Eligible

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 63:10


    Dive into the latest college football news with Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino! In this episode: Texas A&M 2025 Preview: Can Mike Elko and QB Marcel Reed lead the Aggies back to dominance? Big 12 vs SEC Drama: Brett Yormark responds to Greg Sankey in the growing Playoff expansion battle. Mike Leach Hall of Fame Watch: A legendary coach becomes eligible—should he be a lock?

    Everything You Missed at SEC Spring Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 59:36


    SEC Football Podcast: Drama, Updates & Greg Sankey's CFP Vision Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino bring you the hottest takes from the SEC spring meetings in this week's must-watch SEC football podcast. From Lane Kiffin controversies to Greg Sankey's bold 16-team playoff comments, we're breaking it all down!

    The MASSIVE Changes Coming To The College Football Playoff

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 61:20


    Massive Shifts in College Football You NEED to Know! Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the seismic changes rocking college football right now: Playoff Seeding Shakeup – What the new format means for your favorite teams Notre Dame's Big Win – Why they can now earn a 1st-round bye SEC & Big Ten vs NCAA? – Could two super conferences break away?

    Illinois 2025 Preview & We Could Lose USC v Notre Dame

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 60:22


    Massive College Football Shifts Incoming?! Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive into the latest college football drama you need to know: USC vs Notre Dame Rivalry at Risk — Is this legendary matchup on the verge of collapse? NCAA's New Enforcement Proposal — Could this reshape the future of college football? 2025 Illinois Football Preview — What to expect from Bret Bielema, Luke Altmeyer, Gabe Jacas, and more

    Missouri 2025 Preview & Tommy Tuberville Takes Shot At Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 64:48


    College Football 2025: Bold Predictions, Drama & Shocking Takes! In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories rocking college football right now:

    Jackson Cantwell Chooses Miami & Early Week 1 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 58:42


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive deep into the latest buzz in college football recruiting and early 2025-2026 season storylines:

    Here's What a 16-Team College Football Playoff Could Look Like...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 66:29


    College Football Playoff Expansion: 16 Teams Incoming? Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive into this week's must-know stories in college football: Playoff Shakeup – Could the CFP expand to 16 teams? Reports say the Big Ten & SEC may lock down 4 automatic bids each. UNC Football Controversy – Bill Belichick, Jordan Hudson, and a swirl of drama… what's really going on in Chapel Hill? Auburn Football 2025 Preview – Will Hugh Freeze finally turn the tide? Can Jackson Arnold live up to the hype?

    Michigan 2025 Preview & Why Jim Knowles Walked Away from OSU

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 60:02


    Big shifts are coming in college football — and it starts with Michigan's 2025 season preview! Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they break down whether Sherrone Moore and rising star Bryce Underwood can lead the Wolverines to a breakout year. We also uncover why Jim Knowles shocked Buckeye Nation by leaving Ohio State for Penn State, and explore the implications of a massive 12-year matchup deal between Notre Dame and Clemson. Will Michigan overachieve in 2025 under Moore and Underwood? Why Jim Knowles walked away from Ohio State

    Michigan Suspends Moore + QB Recruit Jared Curtis Chooses His Future

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 58:49


    College Football Bombshells: Michigan, Jared Curtis, & Texas Tech 2025! Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive into this week's must-know CFB stories—from Michigan's internal suspension to the top QB in the 2026 class making headlines! This Episode Covers: Michigan suspends Sherrone Moore amid the Connor Stallions sign-stealing scandal #1 QB Jared Curtis (2026) chooses between Georgia and Oregon — full breakdown Texas Tech 2025 football preview: Can Joey McGuire's elite transfer class deliver a Big 12 title? Perfect for fans of college football news, recruiting buzz, and early 2025 season projections.

    2025 Miami Football Predictions + Saban's Power Move

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 69:08


    Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they break down the biggest headlines in college football heading into 2025. In this episode:

    Can Billy Napier Finally Turn Around Florida & Colorado's Portal Haul

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 58:20


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the top college football headlines you need to know: Colorado Transfer Portal Takeover Coach Prime isn't slowing down! Deion Sanders adds serious talent with DeKaylon Taylor, Larry Johnson, John Slaughter, and Hykeem Williams joining Colorado's 2025 roster. Florida Gators 2025 Season Preview Can Billy Napier and breakout QB DJ Lagway finally push Florida into the College Football Playoff conversation? Micah Hudson Returns to Texas Tech A massive boost for the Red Raiders — what Micah Hudson's return means for Texas Tech's offense and 2025 outlook.

    Clemson 2025 Predictions + Bill Belichick's Latest Drama EXPOSED

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 59:56


    Stay ahead of college football news with Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino! In this episode: Clemson 2025 Preview: Can Cade Klubnik and Dabo Swinney lead the Clemson Tigers back to the College Football Playoff? USC Football Update: New coach officially names Jayden Maiava the starting QB — can he bring USC back to dominance? Bill Belichick Controversy: Fallout from his viral CBS interview and concerns over his relationship with Jordan Hudson.

    Penn State Wins BIG With Trebor Pena & The Shedeur Sanders Controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 64:09


    Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they dive into the latest college football news! In this episode: What went wrong for Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders after falling to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, landing with the Cleveland Browns. How Penn State strengthens its roster by adding wide receiver Trebor Pena from Syracuse via the transfer portal. 2025 Alabama football preview: Can Kalen DeBoer lead the Crimson Tide back to the College Football Playoff with Ty Simpson at quarterback?

    Notre Dame 2025 Preview + SEC vs Iamaleava NIL Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 61:10


    Live College Football Breakdown with Joe DeLeone & Blake Ruffino Get ahead of the 2025 college football season with expert insights on the hottest headlines: Notre Dame 2025 Championship Hopes Can Marcus Freeman and Jeremiyah Love take the Fighting Irish back to glory? NIL Scandal Alert: SEC vs Iamaleava? Is Arkansas targeting Madden Iamaleava illegally over NIL payments? A legal showdown could shake up the SEC. Ohio State Transfer Win Buckeyes land Beau Atkinson — how does this impact Big Ten title hopes? QB Steve Angeli to Syracuse? Former Notre Dame QB likely joining Fran Brown's rebuild. What's the fit?

    Ohio State 2025 Preview + Georgia's Transfer Portal Shocker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 59:55


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive deep into two of college football's biggest storylines: Ohio State 2025: Can the Buckeyes Repeat? Fresh off a national championship, Ryan Day's Ohio State gears up for another title run. We break down the offensive firepower led by Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin, and what fans can expect from this reloaded roster. Georgia Reloads: Kirby Smart Strikes Again Georgia Football just scored big in the transfer portal, landing Josh McCray, Joshua Horton, and Elo Modozie. Is this the best portal class of 2025? And how does it shift the SEC balance?

    College Football Transfer Portal News: Nico Iamaleava To UCLA, Steve Angeli To Tennessee?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 71:59


    Breaking College Football Transfer Portal News! Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they dive into the latest college football updates shaking up the offseason. In this live stream, we cover top transfer moves, QB battles, and rising storylines:

    What's Coming For The Oregon Ducks in 2025? + Jaden Rashada's Lawsuit

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 58:13


    Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they break down the latest headlines shaking up college football Oregon Ducks 2025 Preview – Can Dan Lanning's squad make a CFP run? Jaden Rashada Lawsuit Heats Up – What does this mean for Billy Napier & Florida's program? Alabama QB Battle Spring Update – Who's leading the charge in Tuscaloosa?

    Notre Dame & Ohio State QB Battles Heat Up + Penn State 2025 Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 60:23


    In today's livestream, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino dive deep into the quarterback battles at Notre Dame and Ohio State, two of the most talked-about positions heading into the season. Who's taking the lead in spring practices? Who has the edge heading into the fall? Plus, we shift focus to Penn State's 2025 outlook — how will James Franklin's squad do with Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, and Kaytron Allen returning    

    2025 Texas Football Preview & Unexpected Teams Are Dominating 2026 FB Recruiting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 65:14


    Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they break down the 2025 Texas football preview, asking the big question — can Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning lead the Longhorns to an SEC title and national championship run? Plus, we dive deep into the 2026 football recruiting class and spotlight the unexpected programs making major waves: USC, Kansas, Louisville, and Illinois. Find out who's quietly stacking talent and why the recruiting landscape may be shifting faster than expected.

    Ranking The Top 5 Defensive Stars In The Big Ten

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 57:35


    Join Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino as they break down the top 5 defensive players in the Big Ten for the upcoming season! They analyze Ohio State's Caleb Downs, Minnesota's Koi Perich, Oregon's Matayo Uiagalelei, Dillon Thieneman, and more standout defenders.

    Top 5 SEC Defensive Stars: The Best Players in College Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 59:37


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss on today's show: The top 5 SEC football defensive players – Breaking down standout defenders like LSU's Mansoor Delane, Whit Weeks, Tennessee's Jermond McCoy, Texas' Collin Simmons, and Anthony Hill. Who is the best defensive player in the SEC? Stanford football hires former Colts coach Frank Reich 0:00 Introduction 5:15 Frank Reich to Stanford football 21:25 Anthony Hill Jr & Collin Simmons 37:00 Dylan Stewart South Carolina football 45:25 LT Overton & Suntarine Perkins 53:00 Jermod McCoy Tennessee football 57:00 Patrick Payton LSU football

    Deion Sanders' Colorado Extension & Bryce Underwood Shines at Michigan Spring Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 64:30


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest in college football: Deion Sanders' contract extension at Colorado – What it means for the program's future. NCAA blocks Colorado vs. Syracuse spring game – Why was the proposal shut down? Bryce Underwood impressing at Michigan spring practices – A sneak peek at the future Wolverines QB. Jeremy Pruitt sues the NCAA over Tennessee firing – The latest on the legal battle.

    The Top 5 ACC football running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 57:01


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: The top 5 wide receivers, running backs, and tight ends in the ACC for 2024, featuring standout players like Florida State football's Duce Robinson, Clemson football's Antonio Williams and Bryant Wesco Jr, and Miami football's CJ Daniels. Who are the best playmakers in the conference? Stanford football fires head coach Troy Taylor – What's next for the program? Coaching candidates and potential replacements.

    The Top 5 Big Ten football RBs, WRs & TEs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 60:15


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the Top 5 Big Ten football running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends! Who are the biggest stars in the conference? Featuring top players like: Penn State Football: Kaytron Allen, Nick Singleton Ohio State Football: Jeremiah Smith Michigan football: Justice Haynes Oregon football: Evan Stewart Washington football: Jonah Coleman And more top talent from across the Big Ten! 0:00 Introduction 10:40 Ron Rivera takes Cal football GM job 18:15 Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State football 28:55 Nick Singleton, Penn State football 35:15 Evan Stewart, Oregon football 43:45 Jonah Coleman, Washington football 53:50 Carnell Tate, Ohio State

    Top 5 SEC RBs, WRs & TEs, & the latest Georgia football incidents

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 62:51


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: The top 5 SEC football wide receivers, running backs, and tight ends, featuring top talents like Alabama football's Ryan Williams, Texas football's Ryan Wingo, Auburn football's Cam Coleman, and more rising stars in college football. Breaking news on the latest Georgia football driving incident involving Nitro Tuggle and Marques Easley, and what it means for SEC football.

    The Top 5 Quarterbacks in the Big 12 & CFB Spring Practice news

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 58:27


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football news: Big 12 quarterback rankings. Where does Colorado football's Kaidon Salter, Arizona State's Sam Leavitt, Kansas State's Avery Johnson, and more land? College football spring practice news and updates

    The Top 5 Quarterbacks from ACC football & CFB Spring Practice news

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 59:54


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football news: ACC football quarterback rankings. Where does Clemson football's Cade Klubnik, Miami football Carson Beck, SMU football's Kevin Jennings and more fit in the rankings? College football spring practice news and updates

    The Top 5 Quarterbacks in the SEC & CFB Spring Practice news

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 65:02


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football news: SEC quarterback rankings. Where does LSU football's Garrett Nussmeier, South Carolina football's LaNorris Sellers, Florida football's DJ Lagway, and more stack up? College football spring practice news and updates

    Top 5 Big Ten Football Quarterbacks | Drew Allar, Luke Altmeyer & more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 56:27


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino debate who the top 5 quarterbacks for Big Ten football are. They discuss Penn State football's Drew Allar, Illinois football's Luke Altmeyer, Ohio State football's Julian Sayin, and more

    Ranking the Top 5 Coaches for Big 12 Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 59:34


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino rank the top 5 Big 12 football coaches on today's show, discussing names like Utah football's Kyle Whittingham, West Virginia's Rich Rodriguez, Colorado's Deion Sanders, Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, and more 0:00 Introduction 13:00 Big 12 coaches

    Ranking the Top 5 Head Coaches in the ACC Dan Lanning Extended

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 58:41


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest college football news: The Top 5 Head Coaches in the ACC. Who makes is among Clemon's Dabo Swinney, Miami's Mario Cristobal, Florida State's Mike Norvell, and more 0:00 Introduction 4:50 Eddie George 55:10 Dan Lanning 16:45 ACC coaches

    Ranking the top 5 Big Ten football coaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 57:21


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest college football news: Who are the top 5 big ten football coaches among Dan Lanning of Oregon, Ryan Day of Ohio State, James Franklin of Penn State, Sherrone Moore of Michigan, and more

    THIS Is Who The Top 5 Coaches In The SEC Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 59:08


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in College Football: Who are the top 5 coaches in the SEC? Where do Steve Sarkisian of Texas football, Kirby Smart of Georgia football, and more land? ACC football to settle with Florida State football and Clemson football 0:00 Intro 11:30 Top 5 SEC Coaches

    College Football Scheduling & The Future Of Revenue Sharing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 61:50


    Joe Deleone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football: Texas football scheduling top opponents, and Nebraska football is doing the opposite Texas A&M football inks massive media deal Bowling Green football loses their head coach to the NFL Kalen Deboer talks about the future for Alabama football in the era of revenue sharing

    Oklahoma Football Hires Jim Nagy & CFB Recruiting Tampering Enforcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 53:10


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: Oklahoma football hires Senior Bowl Director Jim Nagy Big Ten and SEC spearhead NIL clearinghouse to enforce college football recruiting tampering First year expectations for UCF football 0:00 Introduction 7:35 Nagy 22:05 Big Ten SEC 37:20 Scott Fro

    The BIGGEST Defensive Coordinator hires off the college football offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 54:46


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: Deion Sanders approach to recruiting and if it will lead to success for Colorado football The biggest defensive coordinator hires of the college football offseason 0:00 Intro 7:00 Deion 28:03 DCs

    Luke Fickell gets extension from Wisconsin & the BIGGEST Offensive Coordinator hires

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 67:12


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: Luke Fickell extended by Wisconsin football Texas football cancels spring game Who were the biggest offensive coordinator hires of the offseason?

    2025 College Football breakout candidates & Bill Belichick first year expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 57:03


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss what to expect for Bill Belichick in his first year at UNC football on today's show. They also cover their favorite players that they think will break out in 2025 Use code AYS at Underdog Fantasy: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-ksi6alRynN. 0:00 Intro 8:00 Belichick 24:05 Breakout players

    College Football Playoff Expansion & Rich Rodriguez West Virginia football first year expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 60:07


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: College Football Playoff Expansion news Rich Rodriguez West Virginia football first year expectations Ohio State football's upcoming QB battle 0:00 Intro 11:45 Underdog 39:31 West Virginia 13:45 Playoff format 47:40 Ohio State

    THESE college football coaches could be fired by the end of the 2025 season

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 64:13


    Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest college football headlines: - Which college football coache Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest college football headlines: Which college football coaches will be fired by the end of the 2025 season? Ohio State football's quarterback battle Pete Thamel on the playoff format NOT changing s will be fired by the end of the 2025 season? - Ohio State football's quarterback battle - Pete Thamel on the playoff format NOT changing

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