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Week 1 has arrived! We get five straight days of college football to get started! What a wonderful time of year. Along with the excitement comes a lot of expectations from anxious fans waiting to see how the year plays out for their favorite teams. Someone with possibly the greatest amount of expectations is none other than Texas quarterback Arch Manning. The nephew of legendary NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning stepped foot onto campus two years ago with a mound of expectations. After two years of waiting, and short glimpses of what the future could hold, Manning will lead the top-ranked Longhorns into 'The Shoe' to face the defending national champions, third-ranked Ohio State. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss everything that led up to this moment for Manning and what they expect from him this season.Later, the guys discuss another era that begins to the east of Austin, in North Carolina. Chapel Hill to be specific. Legendary NFL head coach Bill Belichick begins his collegiate coaching career with the Tar Heels. Ross went to Chapel Hill during the offseason and spoke with Coach Belichick. Ross shares his insight from the conversation about the impact Coach is already having on his team and the university as a whole. Then they keep the discussion among the coaching ranks, but they move back west, as they dive into expectations for Deion Sanders in year three at Colorado. They discuss the misconceptions that Coach Sanders wasn't bought in at Colorado and how people should no longer question that. They also discuss what is different about this year's Colorado squad after losing Shedeur and Travis. As the show comes to a close, the guys chat about what coaches are on the hot seat heading into the season. They look to the SEC. More specifically, they look at Oklahoma's Brent Venables, Florida's Billy Napier and Auburn's Hugh Freeze. What do they have to do to keep their tenure going at their respective schools?Finally, Andy, Ross and Steven make their picks! Each host picking one game from the weekend. Central Michigan at San Jose State, Nebraska vs. Cincinnati and Syracuse vs. 24th-ranked Tennessee are the games of choice for this week!Come get ready for Week 1 to kick-off with College Football Enquirer.  (1:34) - The Arch Manning era begins in Texas(24:12) - The Bill Belichick era begins in North Carolina(37:49) - Deion Sanders expectations in year 3 at Colorado(54:24) - What coaches are on the hot seat?(1:02:08) - Weekend picks Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

It was reported Tuesday night that Ohio State banned Dave Portnoy from their stadium. The Barstool Sports owner is joining Fox's pregame show "Big Noon Kickoff" this season; a show that ends inside the stadium of the game it is previewing, before kickoff. It was assumed, by the public, that Portnoy would be among the pregame crew in the stadium each week. The show for Week 1 is at Ohio State, which would create an issue if part of the pregame crew could not end the show in the stadium. It now appears the report of this ban from Ohio State may not be completely accurate. As our own Ross Dellenger reports, Portnoy not being allowed in the stadium is due to more than just Ohio State having a problem with Portnoy. Ross, Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey explain what is really going on behind the scenes.Later in the show, the SEC recently announced it will shift its conference schedule to nine games starting in 2026. Among these nine games will be three "annual" games for each school. Andy, Ross and Steven discuss how the conference goes about determining what these "annual" games are, how this will affect the schools and how this shift may affect the SEC.Finally, we are just a few days away from the start of Week 1 of the college football season! A week that will see a lot of intriguing matchups, including Baylor visiting Auburn on Friday night. Ross recently sat down with Baylor head coach Dave Aranda to discuss the upcoming season. Aranda spoke about what is different with Baylor this year and the changes Baylor has made in NIL. From not playing ball in the NIL space to jumping in with the rest of the country, this switch could prove to make a huge difference in Waco. We are counting the hours until Week 1 kicks-off. Until then, join us on College Football Enquirer. (1:23) - Dave Portnoy's Ohio State ban(29:47) - The SEC moves to a 9-game conference schedule(48:25) - Baylor and Dave Aranda's evolution Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

We made it! Football is here! Week 0 may only be a small sample size, but if you ask Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey, they don't care because we finally get to watch games. Even with Week 0 being only a few games, we are already getting a Top 25 matchup in Ireland. "Farmageddon" goes to Europe for this Big 12 rivalry as 22nd ranked Iowa State takes on 17th ranked Kansas State. Andy, Ross and Steven talk about the keys to this game and the impact this may have on a wide open Big 12. Plus, they dive into what to expect out of the Big 12 conference and how we could see Week 0 evolve into a much larger slate of games in the future. Could Week 0 become the new Week 1?Later in the show, Ross goes in-depth on his conversation with West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez. He chronicles the journey of the former West Virginia hero turned pariah being welcomed home! The guys discuss Rich Rod's stops along the way and how it always felt like West Virginia was where he wanted to get back to. The two-time Big East Coach of the Year led the Mountaineers to four Big East titles, but the football landscape is much different this time around. What are the expectations from the Mountaineer faithful? What is considered success and what are the realistic expectations in this new age of college football? Finally, bold season predictions must be made before games are played, otherwise the predictions become far less bold. That is exactly what the guys do to wrap up the show as the guys predict an underdog SEC team who may surprise some people, a guess at who will make the CFP and a prediction of who will win it all!The final College Football Enquirer before the season kicks off. Let's go! (4:39) - "Farmageddon" preview and the future of Week 0 games(28:12) - Rich Rod's journey to return to West Virginia(50:44) - Bold season predictions Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On Thursday's episode, we made our predictions for Michigan's impending sanctions coming out of the Conor Stallions saga. On Friday, the verdict came in. Ross Dellenger may now also be called Nostradamus because he was spot on with his predictions. Over $30-million in fines and a three-game suspension for head coach Sherrone Moore were the main highlights from the ruling. Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey join Ross in recapping the reaction to the ruling and discussing where Michigan goes from here.Expanding the College Football Playoff has been a talking point since the format's inception. It has grown from four to twelve teams, but that does not seem to be enough to some in college football. While sixteen seems to be a natural progression, a much larger number was suggested recently. Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti threw out the idea of a 28-team playoff and sent the college football world into an uproar. Was this suggestion just a ruse for a more preferable plan? Why was this the only playoff idea that was reported on? How realistic is a 28-team playoff? The guys answer all of these questions and more as they look toward the future of the College Football Playoff.Later in the show, they discuss Virginia Tech's athletic director, Whit Babcock, and his presentation to the university's Board explaining where college football is headed and his pressing need for more funding. What might a super league look like in the college football landscape and how close are we to its arrival? Is the constant desire for change and money ruining the sport for the fans? Andy, Ross and Steven explain the crossroads college football is at after Babcock's comments.Finally, there was a recent change in the FPI over the weekend. A change that came without any games being played and not much notable news that affects the product on the field. Some SEC teams were bumped up and some ACC teams were knocked down. This appears to be all the motivation needed for SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee to call the system out for being “rigged.” The guys discuss coach Lashlee's comments and give their own thoughts on the importance of the FPI.Plus, the guys end the show with some breaking news about Auburn and the four new national football titles they picked up somewhat arbitrarily on Tuesday morning! (0:57) - Reaction to Michigan's sanctions(10:17) - Will a 28-team playoff actually happen?(28:38) - Whit Babcock's plea for money and concern over a potential super league(53:12) - Rhett Lashlee bashes recent FPI change(1:04:48) - Auburn claims new national titles Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Six of the top eight teams in the first AP poll have a first-year starter at quarterback. However, the experienced quarterbacks are lurking on teams just outside of the top eight. What might this mean as the season begins to unfold? Will experience win out or can guys like Arch Manning and Dante Moore overcome their lack of on-field experience? College Football Enquirer's Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey debate if they have more faith in experience or the first-year guys. Plus, not all of these teams' quarterback races are decided. What have the guys heard coming out of Ohio State and Notre Dame about who their signal callers will be this year? Later in the show, the guys discuss the NCAA's announcement that Friday will be when they issue the punishments against Michigan football for their sign stealing scandal. A two-year process will finally come to a close. Ross gives a behind-the-scenes look at what the process to come to this decision has been like and what kind of penalties the NCAA can actually inflict on the school. Andy, Steven and Ross give their predictions on what they think the result may end up being. They end the show with a discussion about the Big 12 ADs' vote to solidify an existing policy related to throwing items onto the field. After the first two violations in a game, teams receive a 15-yard penalty. Ross shares his report about this decision and the guys discuss how this is directly connected to Texas Tech's tradition of tortilla throwing. How serious is this matter and what items should other Big 12 teams be throwing? Week 0 is next week. College football is almost back, and the news continues to fly. Come hear about all of it on today's College Football Enquirer!(6:06) - Can a first-year starter win it all?(27:22) - Michigan sign stealing penalty predictions(45:50) - Big 12 ruling jeopardizes Texas Tech's tortilla tradition(59:10) - Ross' Bites & Booze column Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

We are back! After a bit of a break, your favorite college football podcast has returned! Some new voices have joined the show with the departures of Dan Wetzel and Pat Forde. Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey join Ross Dellenger for College Football Enquirer's newest version!There was quite a bit of news that happened while we were away, so it's time to catch up. Schools can pay athletes directly now. Revenue sharing has arrived! This has already caused an immediate shift in the college football landscape and schools are taking full advantage. One team who is capitalizing on that is Vanderbilt. Huge hype and ticket prices have followed. How has this change affected the college landscape? Has it changed for the better? These questions and more are what Andy, Ross and Steven answer.As athletes continue to get paid, guardrails around how they can be paid continue to be developed. Enter the College Sports Commission. This commission is supposed to make sure there is fairness across the board in how athletes are being paid. How exactly they are doing that is a bit more complicated. Luckily, Ross can break it all down.Another huge change on the horizon has to do with the transfer portal. This topic has been discussed at length. Should there only be one portal window rather than two? When should that be? Change is coming and while there is some disagreement among conferences for when the portal window should open, a shift appears imminent. The guys explain what the change may look like, and they give their takes on when the portal should open.We are just a few weeks away from the start of the season, so naturally we have to talk about what coaches are hoping to still have a job by the end of the season. While some coaches' buyouts are too big for them to have any concern this year, others do not have that luxury. Texas Tech's Joey McGuire and Oklahoma's Brent Venables are two coaches that look to be in win now situations. The guys discuss the coaches' futures with their respective programs. They also dive into how the new college landscape of paying players may have led to some coaches' jobs being saved.Finally, Andy, Ross and Steven take a look at some upset ready matchups in the Week 1 slate. Are Boise St., Mississippi St. and Kentucky on upset watch? The guys chat about what they are looking at in those Week 1 games.A jam-packed episode of College Football Enquirer begins now. Welcome back! (5:10) - Paying athletes(16:43) - College Sports Commission(28:01) - Transfer Portal changes(44:46) - Coaching hot seat(1:20:42) - Week 1 Upset Watch List

Have your box of tissues nearby, it's Dan Wetzel's final episode as host of College Football Enquirer alongside Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde. The trio react to some of the most passionate fan responses to the news of Dan's departure and share memorable moments from the show's 700+ episode journey.Dan, Ross & Pat also chat about the recent success of old-school college basketball coaches like Rick Pitino, Bruce Pearl, Kelvin Sampson and Rick Barnes. How have these coaches found continued success despite the ever-changing landscape of college athletics?Ross reports on the AAC's decision to implement a $10 million minimum revenue sharing standard for each of the schools in its league. Plus, a People's Court involving the robbery of a solid gold toilet. (0:45) Farewell Dan Wetzel(18:07) Old-school CBB coaches(33:06) ‘D-II' Drake advances to NCAA tournament(39:15) Could Pitino find success anywhere?(41:45) AAC implements $10 million revenue share minimum(51:05) Rick Pitino continued(53:53) People's Court Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde break down Bill Belichick's first spring practice as head coach of UNC Football this week. While many college football practices around the country are loud and energetic, Pat reports that Belichick's practice was a quiet, NFL-like, professional atmosphere, likely indicative of the type of program he hopes to build in Chapel Hill. But can Bill really take a mid-level program and make them a college football juggernaut?Dan, Ross & Pat also react to the latest NIL-centric congressional hearing from earlier this week. Little progress was made, and a bill has yet to be introduced, but time is of the essence for college administrators who are desperate to gain control of the ever-changing NIL & revenging sharing landscape.The three also recap the record-breaking 23-run inning from George Mason baseball as they hosted Holy Cross and dive into a Texas lottery scandal in the People's Court. (1:11) Belichick era begins at UNC(23:22) Why did UNC MBB extend Davis?(25:44) Latest NIL congressional hearing(46:03) George Mason scores 23 runs in one inning(54:20) People's Court: Texas lottery scandal Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to reports that the ACC is nearing a settlement with Clemson & Florida State. Would a change to the conference's revenue distribution satisfy the conference's most restless football teams? With a new setup for revenue distribution based on TV viewership, could the ACC compel the Tigers & Seminoles to stay in the conference long-term? And will other Power conferences look to the ACC's example and base their own revenue sharing on TV performance as well?The trio also debate which college football stadium would be the best location for a ‘lockup' TV show. It's definitely not BYU, but could Florida, LSU or West Virginia be top contenders? (0:58) ACC nearing agreement with Clemson & FSU in lawsuit(12:38) The end of TV markets?(16:06) How will settlement impact other leagues?(25:38) Is this a win for FSU & Clemson?(35:06) ACC's 5-year plan(39:01) Should ACC support 14-team CFP?(47:08) Impact of settlement on Notre Dame(51:03) CFB stadium lockup Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

700 episodes of College Football Enquirer later, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde are somehow STILL talking about the College Football Playoff format. Ross returns from Dallas, Texas with the latest news from the CFP Management Committee on impending changes to both the 2025 & 2026 playoff structure. These two playoffs are separate events but the decisions surrounding them are linked as the Big 12 and ACC try to leverage the power they DO have in the 2025 playoff into greater concessions from the SEC & Big Ten when they take control of the 2026 playoff. From potential changes to the quarterfinal bowl games, to a switch to straight seeding, to additional automatic qualification—Dan, Ross & Pat cover it all.Pat dives into his recent article about a gambling ring that allegedly tampered with obscure men's basketball games including the likes of Temple, East Carolina, Mississippi Valley State and more. Finally, the People's Court attempts to answer the oh-so-important question: which SEC team has the most fans currently incarcerated?(2:29) CFP format discussions continue(48:02) CBB point shaving scandal(55:05) Most incarcerated SEC fanbases  Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde are back with part II of their SEC coaches pressure index for the 2025 college football season. In a conference that loves to say it ‘just means more,' how much ‘more' pressure will these coaches face than their peers?Brent Venables could be in big trouble in Oklahoma after finishing last season with a losing record and an overall rough entrance into the SEC. Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss had an 11-2 season in 2024 but missed the playoffs, is he still facing pressure to get the Rebels to the playoffs even without Jaxson Dart?Shane Beamer has exceeded expectations at South Carolina, but could be feeling the heat again if the Gamecocks backslide into their losing records of the past. Dan, Pat & Ross break down what each of these coaches and the rest of the SEC must do to withstand the pressure in the 2025 college football season.The trio also discuss Nebraska backing out of their home-and-home agreement with Tennessee in 2026 & 2027 as well as a People's Court on students filing lawsuits against their schools over grades. (0:52) SEC coaches under pressure(1:56) Drinkwitz, Missouri(9:07) Venables, Oklahoma(14:11) Kiffin, Ole Miss(21:34) Beamer, South Carolina(25:44) Heupel, Tennessee(32:03) Sarkisian, Texas(35:35) Elko, Texas A&M(40:11) Lea, Vanderbilt(43:54) Nebraska ends home-and-home series with Tennessee(50:47) People's court: suing your school Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde present part I of their SEC coaches pressure index for the 2025 college football season. In a conference with the highest of expectations, are there any coaches who aren't feeling the pressure this upcoming season?  Kalen DeBoer must show improvement at Alabama as he continues the impossible task of living up to Nick Saban's success. How much longer will Auburn wait on Hugh Freeze to deliver wins? Brian Kelly has done well at LSU, but you might not know it from asking the Tiger fanbase. The trio reveal their pressure index for half of the SEC, with the rest to follow early next week.  Dan, Ross & Pat also speculate about the potential outcomes of the joint Big Ten-SEC meeting today in New Orleans and revisit a hot People's Court topic: is a boneless chicken wing really a wing at all? (2:07) SEC, Big 10 joint meeting(14:33) SEC coaches under pressure(15: 37) Kalen DeBoer, Alabama(20:43) Sam Pittman, Arkansas(24:26) Hugh Freeze, Auburn(28:05) Billy Napier, Florida (32:41) Kirby Smart, Georgia (35:35) Mark Stoops, Kentucky (40:50) Brian Kelly, LSU(44:53) Jeff Lebby, Mississippi State(49:07) People's court: boneless chicken wings Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde look ahead to this week's meeting between the SEC & Big Ten conferences which may change college football as we know it. After only one season of the 12-team College Football Playoff, the SEC & Big Ten conferences have already determined it's time for a change.The conferences are likely to propose a 14 or even 16-team playoff next week that would grant four automatic qualifiers each to the SEC and Big Ten; two each to the ACC and Big 12; and one to the highest-ranked Group of Five champion. Dan, Ross & Pat take a deep dive into all the ways this proposal could alter the college football landscape including the devaluation of conference championship games, non-conference games becoming all but irrelevant, and scheduling disparities that would alienate many conferences.(0:55) SEC & Big Ten meeting to change CFP format(56:30) People's Court: Florida burger brawlSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On this episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde break down the Department of Education's reversal of the decision to include revenue sharing as part of Title IX. How can the system be made more fair without crippling the budgets of collegiate athletic departments or leaving Olympic sports in the lurch? The trio also react to the latest Yahoo Sports NFL mock draft that has Travis Hunter going first to the Tennessee Titans, Cam Ward second to the Cleveland Browns and Shedeur Sanders third to the New York Giants. Is it crazy to have Ward before Sanders? Ohio State boasted how many players they returned to the program last season, so why are there only two Buckeye players projected to go in the first round?Speaking of Ohio State, they're set to hire ex-Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia as their new defensive coordinator. What's led to the increase of coaches leaving the NFL for college football this season and can Patricia find success at OSU after a rocky run with the Lions?Dan, Ross & Pat also preview the IBOB or 'Iron Bowl of Basketball' happening this weekend between no. 1 ranked Auburn and no. 2 Alabama. (0:50) 2025 NFL mock draft(19:15) DoE rescinds Title IX NIL decision(40:30) Ohio State hires Matt Patricia(50:17) Auburn vs. Alabama men's basketball preview Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde take a look back at how Jalen Hurts experiences at Alabama and Oklahoma propelled him to victory in Super Bowl LIX. After being benched in the 2018 National Championship for Tua Tagovailoa, few would have expected him to be named Super Bowl MVP just a handful of years later. However, Hurts rose to the occasion (not unlike a certain QB of legend, Tom Brady) both in college and now in the NFL and led the Philadelphia Eagles in a dominant victory against the Kansas City Chiefs.The trio dive into Texas Tech's transfer portal strategy, which relies heavily on scouting reports from NFL sources, and earned them the no. 2 ranked transfer portal class. Ross shares the latest NIL news update that the power conferences intend to police revenue sharing themselves rather than rely on the NCAA as they have in the past, but it might be a lose-lose situation.To wrap, Dan, Ross & Pat react to former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel being named as Ohio lieutenant governor and ask a truly important question: does one's foot need to be behind the line for a half-court shot to count? (1:15) Jalen Hurts journey from CFB to Super Bowl MVP(24:01) Texas Tech transfer class ranked no. 2(37:03) Power conferences to police revenue sharing(52:04) Jim Tressel named Ohio lieutenant governor(56:54) People's Court: UMass half-court shot Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the top classes from National Signing Day. They focus on how Steve Sarkisian has reshaped the Longhorns program and landed another top class.Additionally, they debate which sports venue has seen the greatest sporting events in history. They also discuss a story of point shaving happening at small basketball programs and a potential tax break for Georgia athletes receiving NIL.(2:26) National Signing Day(9:22) Is the Super Dome the best sports venue?(22:54) Ballad of the PRT(25:56) CBB point shaving(33:49) NIL tax breaks(43:15) People's Court: how to lure a bearSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde break down the latest realignment news for the ACC. They discuss how ESPN extending their contract locks in Florida State and Clemson for the foreseeable future.They also discuss two major coaching moves of Ohio State losing Chip Kelly to the NFL and Ryan Grubb joining Alabama to call plays for Kalen Deboer.They pivot over to basketball to cover the significant win for John Calipari beating Kentucky this weekend.(1:12) ACC realignment update(23:50) Nebraska spring game(32:12) Chip Kelly to the Raiders(36:27) Ryan Grubb to Alabama(39:33) Coach Cal returns to Kentucky(51:42) People's CourtSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde dig deep into Dellenger's recent story on the lengthy response from the University of Michigan to the NCAA for their sign-stealing investigation.They discuss the details of Connor Stalions' operation and what potential punishments are coming their way once the process concludes. They also cover comments from Illinois coach Bret Bielema on the matter.(3:37) Michigan sign stealing scandal update(31:43) What will be the punishment?(55:48) Bret Bielema chimes inSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to the news of Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles leaving for the same position at Penn State. They discuss the implications for James Franklin and what to expect from the Nittany Lions in 2025.They also continue dissecting Forde's list of way-too-early Top 25 teams, discussing Illinois, Georgia, Alabama, Miami and Clemson. Additionally, Wetzel calls out Forde for a past move to get a Green Egg grill. They wrap up the show with a story of rats that are addicted to drugs.(0:54) Jim Knowles heads to Penn State(19:06) Al Golden and Chip Kelly to the NFL(23:37) Way too early top 25 part 2(50:29) Pat's Green Egg(55:47) People's Court: Houston's drug addicted ratsSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Following the National Championship, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde look ahead to the 2025 college football season, projecting who will be the best teams in the country.They discuss the buzz for Arch Manning at Texas and if Ohio State can reload after losing a large group of key starters. They also cover Penn State returning premiere players and Notre Dame's young core.They wrap up the show with a scoop on Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams's wing choice and a court case that tried to classify elephants as people.(2:10) The Arch Manning hype(20:14) Ohio State reloading(26:34) Can Penn State beat Ohio State?(30:09) Here come the Irish(36:05) Best of the rest of the early Top 25(44:20) Potential conference championship changes(59:35) Ryan Williams wing preferences(1:03:08) People's Court: elephant justiceSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Following the National Championship, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Ford react to Ohio State beating Notre Dame in the College Football National Championship.They discuss the dominant start and overall performance by Ohio State. Additionally, they discuss the changing narrative around Ryan Day now that he's won a national title. They also cover Notre Dame's shortcomings in the game and what the loss means for the future of Marcus Freeman's program.(0:56) Ohio State's tense finish(15:19) The greatest playoff run ever?(25:25) Northern dominance(32:22) Notre Dame's future(38:35) Ohio State's future(48:15) The Xavier Lucas sagaSubscribe to the College Football Power Hour podcast feed on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss whether Big Ten teams should have the same level of conference pride as the SEC.Also on today's show, they cover the news of Colorado coach Deion Sanders being considered for the Dallas Cowboys opening. They also discuss the biggest headlines coming from the AFCA coaches convention regarding rule changes to eliminate fake injuries and fix the transfer portal. Additionally, they react to a list of the worst beers on the market, covering what really belongs on the list. They wrap up the show with their betting picks for the National Championship.(1:04) Big Ten! Big Ten!(19:58) Coach Prime in Dallas(23:50) Penn State reloading(29:53) Fake injuries(38:55) Transfer portal changes(46:21) Bama is a homecoming game, Paul!(50:45) Worst beers list(1:00:39) Race for the CaseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the biggest headlines heading into the National Championship between Notre Dame and Ohio State. They cover the North taking over Atlanta, Marcus Freeman receiving NFL interest and Ryan Day's comments at his latest press conference.Also on today's show, Wetzel takes the guys down an insane rabbit hole for how Carson Beck ended up at Miami. Additionally, Dellenger shares his recent story about how the power conferences are fighting to secure more control over the postseason models for all sports.(1:18) The North invades Atlanta(16:00) Ryan Day vs Lou Holtz Part 2(20:17) Marcus Freeman to the Bears(26:56) CFP TV Rating and ticket prices(30:33) NIL vultures(39:24) Caitlin Clark domino theory(50:27) More power conference power(1:05:28) People's CourtSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Following a memorable and exciting Semifinal round, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde recount the Cotton Bowl and Orange Bowl.They discuss the late collapse by Texas in the red zone and the amazing strip sack return by Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer. They also relive the drama of the Orange Bowl that grew from the pregame press conference with Marcus Freeman and James Franklin. To close out, they look ahead to the National Championship and share how they think the game will play out.(1:37) Cotton Bowl(19:52) Expansion was worth it(32:57) Orange Bowl(49:46) National Championship previewSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the latest buzz coming from media days at the Orange Bowl. Specifically, they discuss comments made by Penn State head coach James Franklin about Notre Dame football and them needing to join a conference.Also on today's show, they cover the future or revenue sharing, the potential for Deion Sanders to jump to the NFL, an unexpected possibility for conference realignment and latest news in the transfer portal. They close out the show with their College Football Playoff Semifinal picks.(4:42) Orange Bowl Buzz/Notre Dame's independence(12:43) Future of revenue sharing(21:34) Coach Prime to the NFL?(27:18) Bowl game popularity(35:23) Unexpected conference realignment(41:43) Transfer portal news(47:27) People's Court: Illegal Hot Dogs(52:18) CFP Semifinal game picksSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde do a deep dive into the Rivals transfer portal rankings now that many of the top names are committed. They discuss expectations for top teams like LSU, Auburn, Texas Tech and more now that they've brought in some of the biggest transfers in college football.Additionally, at the beginning of the show they cover how the College Football Playoff schedule is awkwardly oriented during the month of January to avoid the NFL Playoffs. They also cover expectations for how the SEC and Big Ten could impact the structure of the College Football Playoff this offseason.(1:05) College Football Playoff schedule(19:16) Transfer Portal winners(48:36) College Football Playoff expansion(59:09) Goat judging updateSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Following the Sugar Bowl, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde wrap up their thoughts on the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal round. They discuss the significant win for Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl over Georgia, and what it means for the historic football program.They also dig into the recent downturn for the SEC over the last two years since the growth of the transfer portal and NIL. Later, the preview the College Football Playoff Semifinal round, discussing what will happen in the Cotton Bowl and Orange Bowl.(0:42) Sugar Bowl(27:56) SEC loses the throne(46:23) Cotton Bowl preview(52:19) Orange Bowl preview(57:30) People's Court: Tonya HerdingSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the outcomes of three of the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal games.They start with an update from Dellenger on the tragic events that occurred in New Orleans before the Sugar Bowl. They transition to a breakdown of Penn State's win over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl, in which Ashton Jeanty was held in check by the Nittany Lions. Then, they cover the exciting comeback by Arizona State against Texas in the Peach Bowl. They wrap up the show with the unexpected outcome of the Rose Bowl between Oregon and Ohio State.(1:09) Sugar Bowl update(9:29) Peach Bowl(24:59) Fiesta Bowl(35:39) Rose Bowl(48:22) Cheez-it Bowl dramaSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to all of the craziness from the aftermath of the Pop Tarts Bowl. Specifically, they cover Miami quarterback Cam Ward's decision to sit the second half after breaking the all time touchdown record. They also joke about the ACC's extreme failures in bowl games this year.Also on today's show, Dellenger shares the reasoning for the quarterfinal ticket prices being so low and why it means future playoff games could move to campuses. They also appreciate Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton's very unique story and share their picks for all four of this week's games.(2:08) Pop Tart Bowl drama(19:45) ACC bowl blunders(28:22) Money Moves: CFP quarterfinal ticket prices(38:35) The legend of Gunner Stockton(47:33) Race for the CaseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde revisit the quality of the first round of the College Football Playoff. They discuss if the TV ratings indicate the playoff needs to avoid expanding further and provide suggestions on how to fix the opening slate.Later, Dellenger shares how much the lawyers will make from the House v. NCAA settlement. They also react to comments make by ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit about the overreaction of Ohio State fans. The show closes out with a game of bowl game trivia, where Wetzel quizzes the Forde and Dellenger on if they know what bowl game sponsors actually do.(1:04) Round 1 TV Ratings(15:29) CFP bracket suggestions(26:32) Money Moves: massive lawyer fees(38:40) Ohio State CFP aftermath(51:38) Bowl game triviaSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Whelp, that sure was a lot of blowouts in the first round of the College Football Playoff. On this week's overreaction pod, Dan Wetzel Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde acknowledge what led to home teams handedly winning each matchup. They cover how offensive line and defensive line play factored into it, and recognize how amazing it was to see all 4 games played on college campuses.At the end of the show, they look ahead to the quarterfinal round and preview what to expect from each game. They discuss all four matchups of Georgia vs. Notre Dame, Arizona State vs. Texas, Boise State vs. Penn State, and Oregon vs. Ohio State.(0:46) Why were there so many blowouts?(37:17) Ryan Day saves his job(43:50) Oregon vs Ohio State(48:50) Georgia vs Notre Dame(51:52) Arizona State vs Texas(55:55) Boise State vs Penn StateSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Just before the College Football Playoff kicks off, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Forde provide a final preview of the 12-team bracket. They discuss the potential for five to six different teams to have a chance at winning the national championship and share their betting picks for each game.In addition to the playoff preview, they cover Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne's efforts to encourage the Alabama fan base to contribute more funds to their NIL initiatives to stay competitive in the evolving college football landscape. They also highlight the significance of Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia being granted another year of eligibility due to his career beginning at a junior college.(1:12) College Football Playoff preview(19:05) Alabama needs cash now!(35:54) Diego Pavia granted one more year(50:20) CFP game picksSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde unpack the latest chaos created by the transfer portal. Specifically, they cover Penn State backup QB Beau Pribula leaving the program before their playoff run. They cover how the timeline for when the portal opens and the overall football season schedule needs to change.For this week's edition of Money Moves, they react to the news of Florida State head coach Mike Norvell and LSU head coach Brian Kelly contributing to their team's NIL funds. In other coaching news, they discuss the possibility of former NFL quarterback Michael Vick coaching at Norfolk State or Sacramento State. Lastly, they cover the high stakes for Notre Dame heading into their College Football Playoff home game this Friday.(0:52) Transfer portal chaos(22:56) Quinn Ewers future(26:16) Money Moves: coaches funding NIL(36:21) Michael Vick the football coach(45:05) High stakes for Notre Dame(53:07) People's Court: pool policeSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to Colorado star Travis Hunter winning the Heisman trophy. They recall his unique journey to becoming the best player in college football and compare him to Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty.Additionally, Forde scorns Marshall for bailing on their bowl game against Army because they lost too many players to the transfer portal. They end the show with a preview of the first round of the College Football Playoff, considering how weather could impact three of the games.(1:03) Travis Hunter wins the Heisman(24:50) Marshall runs from Army(36:10) CFP Round 1 weather report(42:55) Indiana vs Notre Dame Preview(46:47) SMU vs Penn State Preview(49:56) Clemson vs Texas Preview(55:01) Tennessee vs Ohio State Preview(1:01:12) People's Court update: boneless chicken wing debateSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Bill Belichick is officially heading to Chapel Hill. Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the biggest coaching change of the 2024 cycle and break down how the Super Bowl winning coach will impact the future of College Football.Also on today's College Football Enquirer, they react to the other major coaching carousel moves of Barry Odom to Purdue and Rich Rodriguez returning to West Virginia. They also scoff at the proposed law in Ohio that would make it illegal to flag plant after a game. Additionally, they discuss #1 2025 basketball recruit AJ Dybantsa committing to BYU, illegal flag planting, and NIU potentially joining the Mountain West Conference. Lastly, they wrap the show with predictions for who will win the Heisman trophy.(1:02) Chapel Bill(17:46) Coaching Carousel moves(29:47) Illegal flag planting(39:08) Very mountainous NIU(41:26) AJ Dybantsa to BYU(53:30) Heisman prediction(59:03) People's Court: the world's most dangerous pizzaSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellegner and SI's Pat Forde catch up on the latest coaching moves in college football. They focus on the possibility of Super Bowl winning coach Bill Belichick heading to UNC as their next head coach.They also take a look at the market for tickets and hotels for the College Football Playoff for this week's edition of Money Moves. Additionally, they speculate what will happen if Georgia needs to start Gunner Stockton, Alabama still complaining about being left out of the CFP, and Mike Gundy's restructured contract.(0:54) Bill Belichick to UNC heats up(23:48) Money Moves: CFP ticket prices(33:49) Gunner Stockton starting for UGA(38:16) Alabama is still complaining(48:37) Mike Gundy's contract(51:49) People's Court: teeth of the defenseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Following a wild conference championship game weekend, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde hop on to discuss the outcome of the final College Football Playoff rankings. They dive in on which teams have the best path to a national title and which teams should be the most upset.They focus on the biggest headline: Alabama being the last team out and SMU still making the bracket despite losing the ACC championship game. Wetzel pitches his solutions to how they could should the selection process. Additionally, they work through all four of the first-round matchups in the bracket and unpack what to expect from each game.(0:50) Did the process work?(16:47) Fixing the CFP(40:10) Texas vs Clemson(45:43) Ohio State vs Tennessee(48:34) Penn State vs SMU(54:51) Notre Dame vs Indiana(58:30) Bill Belichick to UNC?Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Through all of the early December craziness, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and Pat Forde assemble to catch you up on National Signing Day and Conference Championship Week.They kick off the show with the biggest headlines that came from the early signing period, including Florida's late surge, Clemson's weak class, and the overall parity in the class across college football. They then shift to the upcoming conference championship matchups, discussing the implications for the College Football Playoff.(2:02) Early Signing Day(27:52) Race for the Case(39:26) Mountain West Championship(47:29) Big 12 Championship(54:26) SEC Championship(58:24) Big Ten Championship(1:02:24) ACC Championship(1:05:40) Locks of the WeekSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

On a bonus episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde unpack the recent drama surrounding the frustrated individuals complaining about being boxed out of the College Football Playoff. They cover comments coming from Iowa State, SMU, Ole Miss, Miami, and more. They also question the necessity of having to play a conference championship game and the impact of it potentially pushing teams out.Additionally, they check the temperature on Ohio State coach Ryan Day's situation following Ohio State's loss to Michigan in Week 14. They wrap up the show with an update on the story of Miami's mascot getting caught flirting with a reporter.(0:45) College Football Playoff Drama(18:51) Keep conference championships?(39:10) Ryan Day after Michigan(50:58) People's Court Update: Miami's mascotSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Heading into Conference Championship Weekend, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the latest College Football Playoff Rankings. They discuss the surprising move of Alabama landing in the bracket and how the conference championship games could dramatically impact the final rankings.Also on today's show, they unpack the unique recruitment of the top 2025 recruit and Michigan commit Bryce Underwood. They also attempt to address how to handle the outrageous flag planting that happened last weekend. Additionally, they share the top coaches to know in the latest coaching carousel.(0:50) College Football Playoff Rankings Reaction(20:12) Money Moves: Bryce Underwood's recruitment(44:44) Flag planting(59:00) CFB Coaching carousel(1:03:42) People's Court: Flirtatious MascotsSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

What an insane way to finish the 2024 regular season! On this week's overreaction episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the madness across college football during rivalry weekend. They dig deep into Ryan Day's inability to beat Michigan and discuss if it makes sense for him to move on from Ohio State.Also on today's show, they cover other significant outcomes like Syracuse beating Miami, Texas beating Texas A&M, and Georgia narrowly escaping Georgia Tech. Additionally, they project which teams have guaranteed themselves a spot in the College Football Playoff.(1:50) Michigan vs Ohio State(22:42) Rivalry Week shenanigans(33:37) Time for Ryan Day to go?(37:21) College Football Playoff Picture(51:52) Other important outcomes(1:00:43) Small Sample Heisman(1:05:09) Say Something NiceSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

We've reached Rivalry Week! On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde prepare you for what is about to be a tense finish to the 2024 college football season. To kick off the show with a reaction to the latest College Football Playoff Rankings. Then, they dive in on Texas A&M hosting Texas and Ohio State taking on Michigan.Additionally, they react to the news of UNC firing head coach Mack Brown and pitch who could be the next man for the job. They also discuss how revenue sharing could lead to programs like Temple dropping their football programs due to increasing expenses. They wrap up the show with this week's edition of Race for the Case.(0:50) College Football Playoff Rankings Reaction(21:02) Texas vs Texas A&M(33:17) Money Moves: Cutting football(40:47) Mack Brown fired(49:18) Intriguing Games of Week 14(1:13:47) Race for the CaseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app: