Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Connelly

ESPN's Bill Connelly joined Josh and Swain to preview the Vols for the upcoming year, explain the optimism surrounding Tennessee and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh and Swain visit with ESPN's Bill Connelly, discuss Tennessee's backfield and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David explains why UGA was utterly disrespected in Bill Connelly's recent article on the college football's 50 greatest defenses, and why the Bulldogs objectively fielded one of the best defenses of the modern era in 2021. 

Adam Rittenberg, Heather Dinich, Bill Connelly and Tom VanHaaren convene in Bristol to discuss George Kliavkoff airing his frustrations at Pac-12 media days, the anger toward USC, UCLA's complicated situation, the new Big Ten media deal and if any of the current conference alignments matter in the long term. Later, they try to look into the future with a series of low-stakes, early season predictions for USC, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Clemson, Louisville and Tennessee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Locked On Cougars Podcast for Wednesday, August 3, 2022 Two ESPN writers, Bill Connelly and Chris Low, highlighted BYU in recent stories as Jake Hatch explains how the BYU football program. coming off a 10-win season, could need to "bounce back" while playing the "most interesting schedule in the country" Attention then shifted to the BYU basketball front as the West Coast Conference revealed the conference schedules for the BYU men's and women's programs and Jake thinks that both are advantageous in a way for the BYU hoops squads this winter Finally, Jake let listeners have their say on former Cougars in the NFL they think will break out before explaining what exactly an official offer is that have been going out this week to BYU football recruits and have made their way onto social media Support Us By Supporting Our Locked On Podcast Network Sponsors!  LinkedIn - LinkedIn jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at Linkedin.com/LockedOnCollege. Terms and conditions apply Built Bar - Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to BuiltBar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline - BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto - Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Follow the Locked On Cougars podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date with the latest with regards to the podcast and BYU sports news. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review the show. Also, please consider subscribing to the Yawk Talk Newsletter that Jake writes and is delivered directly to your email inbox. If you are interested in advertising with Locked On Cougars or the Locked On Podcast Network, please email us at LockedOnBYU@gmail.com or contact us here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour two led off with a conversation with Rob Zatechka and moved into Bill Connelly's Top 50 defenses of all time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In hour 1 of A Numbers Game, Jeff Parles looks at the Kevin Durant trade destinations, preview the AFC East and is joined by Bill Connelly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's mid-July, which means IU football kicks off in less than two months. We start off our podcast coverage of the program by bringing longtime friend of the show Bill Connelly of ESPN to talk about what went wrong for IU last year, the outlook for this upcoming year, and the current state of college football.

Tyvis was in with Matty today. Rothman joined us for the first segment of the show to discuss the CBJ signing Johnny Gaudreau. Mark Schofield hopped on to go around the NFL. J-Ram will be in the Homerun Derby. We aired the Johnny Hockey presser to open the second hour. Bill Connelly joined the show to look around the Big Ten. Jean-Luc Grane-Pierre hopped on to begin our final hour to continue the Johnny Hockey discussion. And we had Bobby Nightengale on to discuss the Reds and the upcoming MLB trade deadline.

Hour one of The V Show kicks off with some baseball, Would You Rather, and singing Frank Sinatra.  Racing Louisville captain, Gemma Bonner joins with her awesome accent to preview tomorrow's match with Gotham FC.  ESPN's Bill Connelly joins to talk some Puma and conference realignment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Connelly of ESPN.com joins the program to react to the conference realignment whirlwind that is presently taking place across the college football landscape. What impact will these changes have for the Missouri Tigers?

Andy and Brenden discuss the Cardinals offensive woes, chat with Bill Connelly of ESPN about conference re-alignment, and throw under the bus a guy who needed to take a biiiiiiig ol' chill pill.

Jason Fitz is joined by ESPN.com writer Bill Connelly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabe Ikard and Teddy Lehman preview the 2022 Big 12 football season with ESPN's Bill Connelly. Bill, the inventor of SP+, shares his projections for each team in the conference. Ikard, Lehman and Connelly go through all 10 Big 12 teams (Oklahoma, Texas, Oklahoma State, Kansas State, Baylor, TCU, Texas Tech, Iowa State, West Virginia and Kansas) and address some of the biggest questions for each team heading into the 2022 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ty and Dan chat with ESPN's Bill Connelly about the challenges of projecting teams for the 2022 season, why teams like USC are impossible to forecast, the tweaks he's made to his formulas, which schools are primed for a jump against the spread and much more. Plus, Dan details his harrowing encounter with local wildlife.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ryan McGee and Bill Connelly discuss rivalry games needing protection as divisions are dismantled, the muddy situation in the ACC Coastal, if Dabo Swinney can match his own success with the turnover on his staff, Cincinnati, Houston and UCF heading to the Big 12 in 2023, the fates of smaller conferences as teams continue to trickle up, Texas A&M pushing the SEC to suspend Nick Saban, and who they would've taken an NIL deal from in college. Plus, Rutgers, Rice and random college football memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TJ and Richie are back to talk about the commitments of Jaden Jones & Quindarrius Jones. They also break down Bill Connelly's SP+ Rankings and project FSU's record based on it. Later they talk about the tough loss of Mike Martin Jr. from a personal perspective as well as Trey Cunningham winning another National Championship.  Double Fries No Slaw is brought to you by Guthrie's in Tallahassee. Visit both of their locations at 1818 W Tennessee St and 2550 N Monroe!  Also brought to you by GramCo!  GramCo is founded by FSU students, now alum. Products are grown and made in Florida. No med card needed. Shipping is discrete and quick. You must be 21+ to order. Buy GramCo here & use Code: DFNS25 - thegramco.com Also, brought to you by Garnet and Gold. Visit garnetandgold.com to get all of your FSU gear. Use code NOSLAW for 15% off!

Brent tells the important story of the development of the shot clock and its connection to Syracuse. Later, Brent reacts to Bill Connelly's SP+ preseason projections.

Brent tells the important story of the development of the shot clock and its connection to Syracuse. Later, Brent reacts to Bill Connelly's SP+ preseason projections.

On a Tuesday Bill Riley Show, Bill talks to some of his usual guests including Gordie Chiesa and Seth Galina. Bill talks NBA Finals, Utah Jazz, Utah football and more. Also Steve Bartle, Bill Connelly and Bobby Wood joins the show to talk Utah, PAC-12 and RSL and more.

Bill Connelly joins Bill to talk abou what the Utes ceiling is this year and whether or not he believes if they should be the favorite in the PAC-12. They also talk transfer portal and general PAC-12

Dan kicks off hour two with some headlines around college football before turning to Bill Connelly of ESPN. We then talk Dawgs with Wes Blankinship of DawgsHQ.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve and Paulie react to last night's Heat-Celtics game, a series-tying blowout win for Boston, and debate Steph Curry's legacy. Then, ESPN CFB writer Bill Connelly joins the guys to discuss Syracuse being ranked 9th in returning production in his updated SP+ projections. Later, Paulie opens an MLB mystery ball for the second straight year in the hopes of getting a Padres player's signature.

Jason Fitz, in for Paul, talks to ESPN CFB Writer Bill Connelly about his 2022 projections. He continues to take calls from listeners about NIL and concerts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve and Paulie react to last night's Heat-Celtics game, a series-tying blowout win for Boston, and debate Steph Curry's legacy. Then, ESPN CFB writer Bill Connelly joins the guys to discuss Syracuse being ranked 9th in returning production in his updated SP+ projections. Later, Paulie opens an MLB mystery ball for the second straight year in the hopes of getting a Padres player's signature.

In hour three of After Further Review, Matt talks the latest NIL rant from Jimbo Fisher. Matt is joined by Bill Connelly to discuss his updated S&P rankings. We wrap the show with Otter Locks and What We Learned.

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BYU basketball signee Braeden Moore hopped on Cougar Tracks to discuss why he signed with the Cougars and what life was like at Kanye West's Donda Academy. Also, BYU football over/under projection from Bill Connelly is out. Is 8.5 too low for the Cougs? Finally, TV and kickoff predictions for the first month of the season. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 Google Play: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id1435930251 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Locked On Cougars Podcast for Wednesday, May 18, 2022 ESPN's Bill Connelly is a big fan of BYU football's chances to turn in another TOp-25 caliber season in 2022, but if the defense makes some big strides he thinks 12-0 is a possibility Jake Hatch then broke down who the Cougars might target as a replacement for Tennessee to open the 2023 season as they look to firm up their non-conference Big 12 slate Finally, Jake highlighted former BYU stars Eathyn Manumaleuna and John Beck in the Top-50 Player Countdown to go with notes on baseball, softball and men's golf as well Support Us By Supporting Our Locked On Podcast Network Sponsors!  Built Bar - Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to BuiltBar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline - BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto - Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/COLLEGE Follow the Locked On Cougars podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay up-to-date with the latest with regards to the podcast and BYU sports news. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review the show. Also, please consider subscribing to the Yawk Talk Newsletter that Jake writes and is delivered directly to your email inbox. If you are interested in advertising with Locked On Cougars or the Locked On Podcast Network, please email us at LockedOnBYU@gmail.com or contact us here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Connelly joins Ryan McGee to share his European adventures covering soccer for ESPN and what a relegation system would look like in college football. Then, they discuss what motorsports, soccer, and football all have in common. Plus, they share their favorite bowl games and the impact bowl games have on fanbases.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Bill Connelly to talk about this year's top QB's to be taken in the NFL draft.

Jarom and Spencer discuss the Caleb Lohner and Gideon George transfer portal news. College Football insider, Bill Connelly joins BYUSN to discuss BYU Football's SP+ rankings. And BYU Golfer, Annick Haczkiewicz, previews the WCC Tournament.

Paul is joined first by Bill Connelly to discuss his list of top all time college running backs, and then by Phillip Stutts to talk Alabama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Clawson joins the show to discuss the mindset that the team has ahead of Saturday's spring game, what the team is doing to prepare for the fall season and conversations that he has been having with the athletes.The guys then go through the ACC players that made the Top 100 RB in Last 60 Years per Bill Connelly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig and Coach discuss Bill Connelly's list on ESPN.com of the 100 greatest college RB's of the last 60 years, and the guys make the appropriate corrections! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan welcome back ESPN's Bill Connelly to unpack his recent piece on the state of analytics in college football. How are trends changing around fourth downs and two point conversions? How will the rise of player tracking impact coaching decisions? What's so special about passing on first down, and why might we see more of it? Plus, an indulgent postscript chat about the World Cup draw and what it portends for the United States Men's National Team. And a breakdown of the Final Four of Fast Food taking place 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.

Ryan McGee and Bill Connelly ask if they're April fools when talking about spring practice mattering, Georgia's chances of a repeat, if another Group of Five team crashes the College Football Playoff, the Pac-12's national perception, playoff expansion and Jacksonville State.

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Bill Connelly from ESPN.com joins the show to talk about college football statistics

Bill Connelly of ESPN recently wrote that the CFP Committee had no choice but to put Cincinnati in the Playoff after three Power Five conference champions were crowned with two losses. Alex disagrees with that sentiment. A source from the Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball program said that they don't play in the NIT or CBI. Alex likes that resolve and hopes that it could start the script of the program returning to the NCAA Tournament next year. Alex talks about what the Cincinnati Bearcats need to do to get back to the NCAA tournament next year. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. RunYourPool If you want to play against us for a shot at a cash prize join us at RunYourPool.com/LockedOn. And while you're there, create your own pool for your friends and family. Enter ‘PUREMADNESS' at checkout for $10 off your custom pool. StatHero StatHero is reshaping the way the way you play fantasy sports. Dozens of house based games to play daily. No sharks, no funky props, just your skill vs the lineups you choose. Sign-up today at StatHero.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back Tiger Fans to another episode of Before the Box Score with Nate Edwards and Brandon Kiley. So, with a new defensive coordinator announced, what might this defense look like this coming season? Also, spring ball is here and there's a lot of interesting depth conversations to have. Nate also had a great conversation with Rock M legend, Bill Connelly about Mizzou as well as the state of college football. You can follow members of today's show on Twitter @ESPN_BillC, @NateGEdward and @BKSportsTalk. Have a question for one of our podcasts? Leave a 5 star review with your question and that show just might answer it in an upcoming episode! Do you like Rock M Radio? Drop us a Review and be sure to subscribe to Rock M Radio on your preferred podcasting platform. And be sure to follow @RockMNation on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Connelly from ESPN.com joins the show to talk about his list breaking down the top 60 college football games of the 2000s

Brandon Vogel joins the podcast as we go through Bill Connelly's recently released SP+ projection and talk through surprises from the bottom of the Big Ten West to the Big Easy. Get your subscription to Hail Varsity at a discount! Use Coupon Code: VARSITY A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

ESPN's Bill Connelly, the brains behind the SP+ rating system, joins AP's Ralph Russo to dig into his first projections for the 2022 season, and see how they compare with the way-too-early preseason rankings. In a comparison of humans and numbers, a trend is spotted. Several of 2021's surprise teams are expected to regress in 2022, according to SP+. Meanwhile, Bill's advanced metrics are expecting a bounce back from a few blue bloods that struggled in 2021. Bill also explains how he is adjusting to a new era of roster turnover related to transfers.Email the show at APTop25mailbag@gmail.comRegions Bank ad starting 8/16/21 no end date given thus far

Ryan McGee and Bill Connelly discuss the “resolution” between Bryan Harsin and Auburn, Bill's offseason SP+ rankings, teams with the most returning production, and bounce back year candidates. Later, Ryan talks to Hendrick Motorsports pit coach and former college football coach Jon Carvin about the connection between the sports, and all of the college athletes you'll find among pit crews.

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're joined by ESPN college football stats guru Bill Connelly to talk IU football! Bill is the originator of the SP+, an efficiency-based ratings system for college football. We discuss the 2020 Hoosiers in depth, and dive into why IU's SP+ numbers didn't match their poll rankings. We then look to the current season and evaluate how Indiana is projecting forward, why they have so many toss-up games, and what areas IU might improve upon. We also take a specific look at a couple of key early-season matchups and talk about what Hoosier fans might expect in those games.

Jeff chats with Bill Connelly, an ESPN college football writer who dug into Match Charting Project data this week to write about the complex mastery of Novak Djokovic. Bill explains how Djokovic tactically differs from the competition, how his game has changed over the years, and whether the nature of his game makes it tough to fully appreciate. He also weighs on whether tour-wide parity is better than dominance, how ESPN (and tennis media in general) could cover the sport differently, and why there are so few people who love both tennis and college football.