The Ruffino & Joe Show

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the biggest headlines from SEC Media Days, plus Warde Manuel stepping down at Michigan.0:00 Introduction6:10 SEC Separation27:10 9 Game Schedule49:15 Warde Manuel

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the biggest headlines coming out of ACC Media Days0:00 Introduction8:30 ACC Tampering25:45 Narduzzi Big Ten35:50 Monshun Sales49:50 Cody Campbell Again

Mario Cristobal discussed Miami's quarterback room at ACC Media Days and what the Hurricanes expect from Darian Mensah. Joe and Blake break down Miami's quarterback depth, Cristobal's confidence in the offense, and whether Mensah can help the Hurricanes compete for an ACC Championship and return to the College Football Playoff. They also react to Mike Norvell saying he is not focused on speculation about his job at Florida State. Next, they examine the reported contract disputes involving LSU, Ole Miss, Princewill Umanmielen, and Devin Harper.Finally, Joe and Blake discuss the ACC's revised football championship tiebreaker policy.

In this episode, Joe and Blake share their Louisville Cardinals football preview for the 2026 college football season. Next, they identify the biggest wild-card teams entering the 2026 college football season, including Michigan, Florida, Oklahoma, and more.Finally, Joe and Blake react to the NCAA's consideration of a potential legal tampering period before the college football transfer portal opens.0:00 Introduction8:20 Wild Card Teams37:30 Louisville Preview54:30 Tampering Window

In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest headlines from Big 12 Media Days, starting with Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark refusing to speak in detail about the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech. They also react to the Big 12 announcing its highly criticized partnership with Monster Energy. Plus, they discuss the latest James Franklin, Whit Babcock, Penn State, and Virginia Tech conversation.0:00 Introduction3:20 Warde Manuel28:20 Brett Yormark Monster Energy43:50 Texas Tech/Brendan Sorsby55:55 James Franklin

In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the biggest college football news and rumors, starting with Marcus Freeman and the growing conversation around whether the Notre Dame head coach could eventually leave college football for the NFL. They also react to Urban Meyer's comment that Lane Kiffin needs to win now at LSU. Plus, they preview SMU football for the 2026 college football season. Rhett Lashlee has built SMU into one of the most intriguing programs in the ACC, and Kevin Jennings gives the Mustangs a dynamic quarterback who could help SMU make another major jump. 0:00 Introduction 7:50 Urban Meyer on Lane Kiffin 24:35 Marcus Freeman NFL 44:30 SMU Preview

In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino share their Houston Cougars 2026 preview. Joe and Blake also share their 2026 Heisman dark horse picks. Plus, they rank and debate the top five defensive coordinators in college football.

In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football, starting with Chaz Coleman leaving Tennessee. Joe and Blake also preview BYU football heading into the 2026 college football season. Plus, they discuss which college football transfers will have the biggest impact for national contenders like Miami, Indiana, Georgia, Texas, and more.0:00 Introduction8:45 Chaz Coleman29:10 BYU Preview50:00 Transfer Portal Players

In this episode, Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest in college football, starting with the NCAA's major eligibility rule changes for athletes. They also react to the Brendan Sorsby situation after the NFL denied his path into the 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft. Plus, they discuss Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith reportedly being rated as a 99 overall in EA Sports College Football 27.0:00 Introduction6:40 Brian Kelly 15:20 New NCAA Rule Changes31:30 Jeremiah Smith43:55 Brendan Sorsby

Joe and Blake discuss how much pressure is on Josh Heupel at Tennessee in 2026. The guys also deliver their Iowa 2026 preview, breaking down what to expect from Kirk Ferentz, the Hawkeyes' offense, and a key quarterback battle. Iowa must replace Mark Gronowski's production, with Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski among the main names competing for the starting job under offensive coordinator Tim Lester. Joe and Blake close by ranking the top five offensive coordinators in college football, discussing the best play-callers, scheme builders, quarterback developers, and offensive minds entering the 2026 season.

Joe and Blake react to the newest movement around the Protect College Sports Act and why the SEC and Big Ten are pushing back. The guys also deliver their Virginia Tech 2026 preview, discussing what to expect from James Franklin's first Hokies team, quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer, and defensive lineman Kemari Copeland. The episode closes with the Matt Rhule hot seat tracker and what Nebraska needs to accomplish in 2026.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to Dabo Swinney speaking on Clemson's tampering case against Ole Miss, after Swinney accused Ole Miss defensive coordinator Pete Golding of “blatant” tampering involving linebacker Luke Ferrelli.Joe and Blake also deliver their Washington 2026 preview, breaking down what to expect from Demond Williams and Jedd Fisch in a pivotal Big Ten season. The episode closes with Sen. Tommy Tuberville opposing the Protect College Sports Act.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the Big 12 filing a lawsuit against Texas Tech and Texas. They also discuss the possibility of Arch Manning staying for the 2027 season.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest on the Protect College Sports Act and Brendan Sorsby

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to everything happening with the Brendan Sorbsy situation and Texas Tech.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss Greg Sankey speaking on a super league, tampering punishments handed to North Dakota and what it means for Pete Golding, and Bret Bielema calling out Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the latest on the Protect College Sports Act, the Tennessee quarterback battle, and Joey Mcguire's latest comments about Texas.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffno discuss the biggest games of the 2026 college football season, the CFB HOF ballot for 2027, and their Penn State 2027 Preview.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss Joey McGuire calling out Steve Sarkisian, Eric Weddle criticizing Bryce Underwood, and the latest on the Brendan Sorsby situation.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the biggest headlines from the SEC Spring Meetings, including college sports legislation, Pete Golding's response to tampering allegations, and the SEC's 9-game conference schedule.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss Tony Pettiti's comments about the College Football Playoff, the latest Brendan Sorsby update, and their South Carolina 2026 preview. 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss Brendan Sorsby suing the NCAA, the Big Ten's 24-team CFP push, and more drama surrounding the College Sports Commission. 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss Mark Matthews ' commitment to Texas A&M, a bipartisan college sports bill, and their Mississippi State preview. 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss the Week 1 matchups, the CSC's arbitration win over Nebraska, and their Kentucky preview for 2026. 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss on today's show Lane Kiffin's Vanity Fair piece, their LSU 2026 Preview, the Notre Dame and USC rivalry, and potential college sports reform. 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to news of the AFCA supporting the 24-team College Football Playoff. They also share their predictions for Ole Miss in 2026. 0:00 Introduction 7:20 24 Team Playoff 40:04 Ole Miss Preview 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

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the latest on the Brendan Srosby situation with Texas Tech and share their Tennessee preview for 2026. 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

College football news, Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech football, all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down three major storylines shaping the sport right now. Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has taken an indefinite leave and entered a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction while the NCAA investigates potential betting violations, creating a huge offseason question for Joey McGuire and the Red Raiders. 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

College football spring game reaction, Notre Dame football, Oregon football, Alabama recruiting, CJ Carr, Marcus Freeman, Dante Moore, Dan Lanning, and Elijah Haven are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest headlines from around the sport. Notre Dame's Blue-Gold game and Oregon's spring game both gave fans an early look at key 2026 storylines, while five-star quarterback Elijah Haven added another major recruiting win for Alabama by committing to the Crimson Tide. 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

College football news, Auburn football 2026 preview, Alex Golesh, Byrum Brown, Xavier Atkins, Jeremy Pruitt, and College Football Playoff rankings show changes are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest around the sport. Auburn enters 2026 with Alex Golesh as head coach after his move from USF, and Byrum Brown followed him to Auburn after becoming the only FBS quarterback in 2025 to top 3,000 passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards. Xavier Atkins is also back after a monster 2025 season in which he led Auburn with 84 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 9 sacks. 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

College football news, Florida football 2026 preview, College Football Playoff changes, Florida State football, Jadan Baugh, Tramell Jones, Jon Sumrall, Ashton Daniels, and Mike Norvell are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest storylines in the sport. Florida just wrapped its first spring under Jon Sumrall, with Jadan Baugh back as a centerpiece and the quarterback conversation still drawing attention around Tramell Jones and the Gators' 2026 ceiling. 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

College football spring game takeaways, Georgia football, Ohio State football, Miami football, NCAA schedule changes, Week 0, and College Football Playoff news are all on the table as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest spring football headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, Michigan football 2026 preview, Iowa tampering penalties, Notre Dame conference realignment, Bryce Underwood, Andrew Marsh, Kyle Whittingham, and Marcus Freeman are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories shaping the sport right now. Michigan enters 2026 with Kyle Whittingham in his first year as head coach, Bryce Underwood locked in as QB1, and Andrew Marsh returning as one of the Wolverines' most important playmakers after leading the team in catches, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, USC football 2026 preview, Texas football NIL talk, Alabama injury news, and LSU spring practice buzz are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in the sport. The show starts with a USC football 2026 preview, looking at what to expect from Jayden Maiava and Lincoln Riley after USC's official spring outlook called Maiava the returning centerpiece of the offense, while also discussing what Tanook Hines' recovery means after he missed spring practice following an offseason procedure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football spring practice intel, Alabama football, Florida football, Tennessee football, quarterback battles, and Chaz Coleman are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest spring football storylines shaping the 2026 season. Recent spring reporting has highlighted an active Alabama quarterback competition between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, an ongoing Florida quarterback battle between Aaron Philo and Tramell Jones Jr., and a Tennessee race featuring George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, NCAA eligibility rule changes, Texas Tech football 2026, Brendan Sorsby, Joey McGuire, Jeremiah Smith, Miami football, Ohio State football, NIL, and the transfer portal are all in focus as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football. Reports of possible NCAA eligibility rule changes are picking up after the NCAA said Division I members are reviewing all eligibility rules and the first phase of that review could change pre-enrollment requirements for future athletes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, NIL, the transfer portal, conference championship games, Alabama football, Georgia football, and NCAA eligibility are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football spring practice intel, Ohio State football, Texas football, Alabama football, Pete Golding, Dabo Swinney, Luke Ferrelli, tampering, and transfer portal drama are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football spring practice intel, Miami football 2026, Nebraska football spring ball, and College Football Playoff committee news headline today's show as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest around the sport. The guys start with a Miami 2026 preview, including what to expect from Darian Mensah, Mario Cristobal, and Malachi Toney as the Hurricanes build early momentum in spring practice. Mensah transferred to Miami this offseason, and national reporting has already highlighted the potential of Miami's offense with Mensah and returning playmakers like Toney. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, Ohio State football, Miami football, NCAA eligibility, Ole Miss football, Michigan football, and LSU football all collide in today's show as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest headlines shaping the 2026 season. Jeremiah Smith appeared to imply that Miami and Mario Cristobal pushed to get the Ohio State star wide receiver to transfer, the NCAA lost its appeal in the Trinidad Chambliss eligibility case, Kyle Whittingham compared Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood to Cam Newton, and Lane Kiffin tried to cool off expectations for LSU in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football spring practice intel, spring ball storylines, Georgia football, Notre Dame football, Florida football, Miami football, and Chandler Morris eligibility news are all in focus as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest in college football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football news, Oklahoma football 2026 preview, Missouri football quarterback news, NCAA eligibility drama, and Michigan football investigation fallout are all on the table as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest headlines in college football. Oklahoma's 2026 outlook centers on quarterback John Mateer and head coach Brent Venables, while Missouri has officially named Austin Simmons its starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.