Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Connelly

Ty and Dan welcome back Bill Connelly from ESPN.com to discuss the AAC's addition of six new teams, how his SP+ rankings view teams like Clemson and Michigan, how 2021 stacks up to the chaos-filled year of 2007, and a quick breakdown of two prominent programs in the Lonestar State. Plus, random ATP and USMNT talk to add further nerdiness to the conversation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy Tuesday! We start off with Ryan Day's Press Conference, Injuries keep on hitting the Browns, Day Trippin' at 1:20pm, ESPN's Bill Connelly joins at 1:33pm, Day stresses they can't look ahead to Penn State, CBJ travel to face the Red Wings, and Columbus Dispatch's Brian Hedger joins at 2:33pm!

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id996764363Google Podcastshttps://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMTM2OTkzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7dZvrG1ZtKkfgqGenR3S2mPocket Castshttps://pca.st/SU8aOvercasthttps://overcast.fm/itunes996764363/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle-byuSpreakerhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddleStitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=66416iHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-cougar-sports-with-29418022TuneInhttps://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports-Talk--News/Cougar-Sports-with-Ben-Criddle-p731529/

Kevin Negandhi and Joey Galloway discuss Joey watching Oklahoma-Texas alongside Sam Acho, and his wide receiver perspective on quarterback drama in Norman. Then, the guys make their Week 7 picks including Ole Miss-Tennessee, Arkansas-Auburn and North Carolina-Miami. Later, Kevin and Bill Connelly Empty the Notebook, digging into flaws of Georgia, Michigan and Michigan State.

Wendi Nix, David Pollack, Joey Galloway, and Bill Connelly discuss the surprises, disappointments, and interesting storylines at the mid way point of the season.

Ty and Dan are joined by Bill Connelly from ESPN and discuss LSU's issues on both offense and defense, the viability of Cincinnati making the playoff, the teams that Vegas is overlooking, the most interesting storylines heading into Week 6 and more.Our "Stay Solid" shirts are back on sale while supplies last. Buy one now!Follow The Solid Verbal on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch our videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/thesolidverbal.Join our Patreon at Verballers.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill talks some numbers on The Grum

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id996764363Google Podcastshttps://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMTM2OTkzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7dZvrG1ZtKkfgqGenR3S2mPocket Castshttps://pca.st/SU8aOvercasthttps://overcast.fm/itunes996764363/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle-byuSpreakerhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddleStitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=66416iHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-cougar-sports-with-29418022TuneInhttps://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports-Talk--News/Cougar-Sports-with-Ben-Criddle-p731529/

Ty and Dan break down changes in depth charts, the latest coaching scuttlebutt, and turn it over to Bill Connelly to chat about what his SP+ rankings say about Alabama-Florida, Auburn-Penn State, and other key matchups for college football Week 3.Follow The Solid Verbal on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch our videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/thesolidverbal.Join our Patreon at Verballers.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's show: Jaren Jackson Jr's birthday + looming contract extension (6:00), Memphis vs Mississippi State (9:38), Urban Meyer + the USC opening + James Franklin (40:45), and ESPN.com's Bill Connelly joins the show to talk about the upcoming week in College Football including Memphis/Miss State, Bama/Florida, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Iowa, Iowa State, Florida State and Notre Dame, his S&P projections for this weekend and more (1:05:20). Watch LIVE at noon, weekdays on YouTube and the Grizzlies App: bit.ly/MemGrizzApp Watch today's full show at: youtube.com/grindcitymedia

After Penn State beat Wisconsin in Camp Randall, James Franklin made it a point to say that the Nittany Lions win 97 percent of their games when they win two statistics: turnovers and big plays. Why? On today's episode of the pod, we decided to ask our pal Bill Connelly of ESPN to provide some insight.

Ty and Dan cover the hottest topics around the world of college football, from Jimbo Fisher's raise to Nebraska's sellout streak. Plus, ESPN's Bill Connelly is always on your side and stops by for a chat about the Week 1 slate of games. And, as always, a quick look at traffic, weather, and the latest in business news.Sign up for Run The Board, a new pick'em game that gives you, the esteemed Verballer, a chance to be on our Board of Trustees. For more, visit PlayRunTheBoard.com.Follow The Solid Verbal on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch our videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/thesolidverbal.Join our Patreon at Verballers.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's show: There's a scam going on and Chris is here to fill you in on it (4:00), College Football tonight including Tennessee opening up against Bowling Green, Ohio State/Minnesota, and why Eastern Washington/UNLV could be interesting (27:49). We'll also play Fill in the Blank (45:00). ESPN.com's Bill Connelly joins the show live via Skype to talk preview the College Football season including LSU, Notre Dame, Florida State, Penn State, new coaches like Josh Heupel at Tennessee & Gus Malzahn at UCF, UCLA/LSU, Alabama/Miami, any challengers for Clemson in the ACC, Boise State/UCF and more (1:09:40). Watch LIVE at noon, weekdays on YouTube and the Grizzlies App: bit.ly/MemGrizzApp Watch today's full show at: youtube.com/grindcitymedia

In this hour of A Numbers Game, Gill Alexander breaks down all the latest drama surrounding the MLB and NFL. Then he talks some College Football with Bill Connelly, and Mark Borchard. Host: Gill Alexander Guests: Bill Connelly Mark Borchard Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Our three-part football preview concludes with a (very) brief look at the special teams, a game-by-game run through the schedule, season predictions from the entire crew, and week one picks. Can we talk ourselves into 2021 Michigan Football as we become progressively less sober? Do we think Jim Harbaugh will be back in 2022? Would we consider that a good thing? Tune in! Highlights include Dan calling a potential starting quarterback a coward for ducking his high school, Dan calling another starting quarterback a “big red fraud,” Dan calling Bill Connelly a “hack,” Dan giving a touching pep talk, and Dan accusing Connor of trying to prevent you from winning money on a truly horrifying football game. Use promo code BUCKETPROBLEM for 15% off your first order at homefieldapparel.com, your home for the best, softest, retro logo-est, dunking mascot-est, most fashionable licensed collegiate gear you can imagine. Yes, they have Michigan—and Slippery Rock.

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Justin Michael, Henry Chisholm and Jake Schwanitz give their thoughts on Bill Connelly's top 25 most important players in college football list in the opening segment, before diving into Todd McShay's big board. They give their opinions on his rankings, discuss who is too high or too low, and who they thought should have made the list but was left off. Finally, the guys give their way-too-early college football playoff predictions in the closing segment.

Justin Michael, Henry Chisholm and Jake Schwanitz give their thoughts on Bill Connelly's top 25 most important players in college football list in the opening segment, before diving into Todd McShay's big board. They give their opinions on his rankings, discuss who is too high or too low, and who they thought should have made the list but was left off. Finally, the guys give their way-too-early college football playoff predictions in the closing segment.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id996764363Google Podcastshttps://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMTM2OTkzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7dZvrG1ZtKkfgqGenR3S2mPocket Castshttps://pca.st/SU8aOvercasthttps://overcast.fm/itunes996764363/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle-byuSpreakerhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddleStitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=66416iHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-cougar-sports-with-29418022TuneInhttps://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports-Talk--News/Cougar-Sports-with-Ben-Criddle-p731529/

ESPN's Bill Connelly joins The Drive to preview the 2021/22 CFB season, discuss the Utes potential, Charlie Brewer vs Cam Rising, Pac-12 South, BYU's toughened schedule, realignment/superleague talk + more

8-18-21 The Program is joined by Bill Connelly, college football writer from ESPN, for his thoughts on the Top 100 coaches in college football history and what he sees from the locals for the season. The Program also debates about the 12 team college football playoff and gives you the end of the hour question for a chance to win great Cajun food from Jazz: A Louisiana Kitchen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WE'RE BACK!!!!Roddy Jones and Stephen Hartzell kick off the 21-22 season on CSN talking ACC, who can challenge Clemson for the conference crown, plus what is Georgia Tech's ceiling this season? Bill Connelly from ESPN joins the show to discuss his SP+ rankings and how they shape his outlook this season.Follow College Sports Now on Twitter @CSNowTweets!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First hour Josh & Joel talk with Bill Connelly and talk AP Preseason Poll.

Bill Connelly of ESPN joined Sports 180 to talk college football.

We got players for the first time since fall camp started! Takeaways from what the Michigan football contingent had to say and then: going through ESPN stats guru Bill Connelly's Michigan preview. What we agree with, what we don't and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Connelly gives his predictions for the SEC East. He also speculates on the future role of the NCAA following NIL and SEC expansion. Plus, he gives his thoughts on Josh Heupel and UT.

Jason reveals that his wife had a STRANGE dream involving Ron Slay and raw cookie dough. Bill Connelly of ESPN previews the SEC East, and Ramon is again AWFUL at the "Celebrity Birthdays" game.

Bill Connelly, college football analytics expert and writer at ESPN, joins the show for a wide ranging conversation on college football. He describes his preseason model and the data that goes into it. Then he breaks down teams such as Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan, Georgia and North Carolina among others. Finally, Bill gives his thoughts on college football conference realignment, a potential super league and US soccer.

8-4-21 The Program is joined by Bill Connelly, college football writer from ESPN, for his thoughts on conference realignment and what he expects from the three locals this season. The Program is also joined by Steven St. John live from Chiefs Training Camp and to give you the end of the hour question for a chance to win great Cajun food from Jazz: A Louisiana Kitchen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Olson & Bill Connelly joins the show and Paul takes calls.

Chuck opens today's show by talking about the chance that Ohio State quarterback commitment Quinn Ewers might leave high school early because of Name, Image and Likeness. We react to Steve Spurrier's comments about Texas joining the SEC. Also, Chuck talks program stability with Bill Connelly of ESPN.com.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck opens today's show by talking about the chance that Ohio State quarterback commitment Quinn Ewers might leave high school early because of Name, Image and Likeness. We react to Steve Spurrier's comments about Texas joining the SEC. Also, Chuck talks program stability with Bill Connelly of ESPN.com.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys stress the importance of the Titans getting off to a strong start and developing team chemistry quickly. Bill Connelly of ESPN explains his college football "program stability" article. Plus, the news breaks of the Titans and the Zone reaching a five-year broadcast agreement.

The guys stress the importance of the Titans getting off to a strong start and developing team chemistry quickly. Bill Connelly of ESPN explains his college football "program stability" article. Plus, the news breaks of the Titans and the Zone reaching a five-year broadcast agreement.

In this hour of A Numbers Game, Jeff Parles breaks down all the latest drama surrounding the NFL, College Football, and MLB. He is joined with Bill Connelly, and Paul Sporer who share their expert insight on today's slate. Host: Jeff Parles Guests: Bill Connelly Paul Sporer Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Also unpacking more of the SEC news.

Tom Hart, filling in for Paul is joined by Bill Connelly from ESPN.com & Chris Burke of the SEC Network. They talk about the upcoming College Football season & Chris joins to talk about the MLB Draft that took place on Sunday. Tom also talks to callers.                                                      

Ty and Dan touch base with ESPN's Bill Connelly to get an early look at what the numbers are saying about the 2021 college football season. Also, how seriously should college football fans take the statistics that came out of the 2020 Covid season?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id996764363Google Podcastshttps://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvMTM2OTkzOS9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7dZvrG1ZtKkfgqGenR3S2mPocket Castshttps://pca.st/SU8aOvercasthttps://overcast.fm/itunes996764363/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle-byuSpreakerhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddleStitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=66416iHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-cougar-sports-with-29418022TuneInhttps://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports-Talk--News/Cougar-Sports-with-Ben-Criddle-p731529/

6-15-21 The Program opens the final hour the show with all the things you need to know, are joined by Bill Connelly of ESPN to talk some college football playoff expansion, and to give you “the kicker” on the way out the door. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joshua, Jude, and Brendan break out the pod machine for our special time with all of you to talk about the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football program. In this episode: Can you run 21 MPH? Showing Homefield a little more love. REVIEWS! An impromptu pizza debate leaves Jude scarred and broken. The Jarrett Patterson situation. Doing what's best for the player - what's that? The possibility of a 12 team playoff. What would that playoff mean for Notre Dame and its schedule? Brian Kelly and the Hero's Journey. We go through all 12 stages of Joseph Campbell's work on the Hero's Journey with BK as our special journey. Notre Dame baseball heads to Starkville. We thought we were done... but tacked on an extra 15 minutes to go over some Vegas numbers and Bill Connelly's math. Joshua goes full "mayor of NYC in Ghostbusters 2." And plenty more weaved in and out of the show. Please RATE and REVIEW! All reviews left on Apple Podcasts will be read on the next OFD Podcast. Go Irish! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joshua, Jude, and Brendan have traveled back from the year 2029 to bring you great knowledge about the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football program (and more!). In this episode: Happy Tim Brando Day! Beautiful REVIEWS with poetry and girlfriend approval. Schedule talk - like playing the Michigan Wolverines just 8 more times. We discuss Bill Connelly's 7-5 projection for Notre Dame via the SP+ formula. Math sucks. Defending math instead of watching football also sucks. I didn't come to this podcast to play school. We really try to do "What we think we know about Notre Dame Football in 2021: Part 2 The Defense," but our sidetrack nature took over about a dozen times... so it is what it is. Bo Bauer and Drew White together is the most bro way to go. Mike Elston has his guys humming and a strumming. Build the entire country out of Kyle Hamilton. Clarence Lewis, the prodigy. Akayleb Evans would change the dynamic. What about this Cain Madden kid from Marshall? Mike Frank's state run media prediction. We list off our top 5 Homefield Collections that aren't Notre Dame (which is being released at noon on Saturday). GO IRISH BASEBALL! And plenty more weaved in and out of the show. Please RATE and REVIEW! All reviews left on Apple Podcasts will be read on the next OFD Podcast. Go Irish! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg McElroy fills in for Paul on Wednesday. He talks to Bill Connelly and callers about matters surrounding college football.

Chuck opens the show by talking about a phrase that isn't used to describe Nick Saban. It is mostly about quarterbacks and being able to win a national title. We then talk about Florida State trying to make their way back to college football relevance. We talk quarterbacks with Bill Connelly of ESPN.com.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck opens the show by talking about a phrase that isn’t used to describe Nick Saban. It is mostly about quarterbacks and being able to win a national title. We then talk about Florida State trying to make their way back to college football relevance. We talk quarterbacks with Bill Connelly of ESPN.com.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shout out Bill Connelly!

Bill Connelly joins Paul to talk about the Soccer Superleague and how it would look in college football. Also with the conclusion of the Derek Chauvin trial, callers weigh in on the guilty verdict.

Run or pass to start a drive? Punting in plus territory? How should you make defensive substitutions? ESPN's Bill Connelly dives into advanced analytics that have changed the game & underscored when and where coaches are making the wrong decisions. Plus, how does ESPN's Football Power Index actually work compared to Bill's SP+ rankings?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESPN's Bill Connelly, joins the show to talk about his list of the 80 best defenders of the 2000's for College Football.