Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Connelly

Can any sense be made of the Brendan Sorsby situation? We talk to Bill Connelly of ESPN about how Texas Tech would look with or without him at QB, and early thoughts on Mizzou's outlook against a nine-game SEC schedule. Plus, USMNT and World Cup thoughts!

Andy and Brenden discuss OG Anunoby's game winning shot, plus Bill Connelly joins the show to discuss college football and the World Cup!

The World Cup is the biggest annual sporting event in the world. And the first game is tomorrow. This year's competition is being hosted by three countries for the first time: the US, Canada, and Mexico. Already, fans of Argentina, Cote d'Ivoire, and other countries have flooded social media with their journeys to watch their favorite teams play. But with the World Cup, as with most things, comes… a lot of politics. We spoke with Bill Connelly to find out how politics is impacting the event. He's a staff writer for ESPN covering soccer and college football.And in headlines, Trump continues to threaten Iran, inflation hits its highest in three years, and Democrats “nominate the guy with the nazi tattoo” in the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.Show Notes: Check out Bill's work – https://tinyurl.com/mvt45rea Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

In this episode, we step slightly outside our usual college football lane for a 2026 World Cup preview with ESPN’s Bill Connelly. With the tournament kicking off next week in North America, we put the tournament in terms that college football fans can understand and discuss the potential chaos of an expanded field, the "Indiana" of world soccer, and the constant tension between off-field disasters and on-field brilliance. We dig into the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT), their upside, their flaws, their best college football comp, and what casual American fans should actually watch for when the games begin. Bill also walks us through the broader field, from favorites like France, Spain and England to possible sleepers like Norway, Turkey, and Mexico. Plus, we get into expectations for Canada, the randomness of the new knockout format, why this tournament could produce some truly strange outcomes, and much more. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:19 - World Cup Basics7:55 - USMNT's CFB Comp?11:33 - USMNT Built for Speed?17:12 - USMNT's Most Interesting Players20:31 - USMNT's Intent23:23 - USMNT In Possession25:23 - Effects of More Time Between Games26:58 - What Pochettino Brings to USMNT30:18 - Tactical Levers at the World Cup33:44 - Crazy Loaded Position Groups37:24 - England Roster & Defensive Mindset40:48 - Realistic Picks for Winners & Sleepers48:29 - Interesting Managers & Playstyles52:14 - Expectations for Canada54:15 - Rapid Fire Predictions & CompsSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEC spring meetings have provided several noteworthy complaints. On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 739 Josh Pate responded to statements from Kirby Smart, Eli Drinkwitz, and Greg Sankey. Bold Prediction season continues tonight as we look at takes viewers are willing to put their name behind. Bill Connelly joins the show tonight to discuss several issues with a 24-team CFP format. Josh and Bill also look ahead to the 2026 season. What does the future look like for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama and Mario Cristobal at Miami? Josh also looks at Michigan, Tennessee, FSU, and Utah to ask whether those teams will be better or worse than they were in 2025. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill and ESPN's Bill Connelly discuss the push for a 24-team college football playoff and the negative effects it would have. 0:00 Welcome 2:06 Who wants a 24-team playoff? 7:25 Championship Week changes? 9:09 Would a 24-team playoff really help the ACC/Big 12 proportionally? 10:27 Super league threat is always looming 14:35 What would the incentive be to schedule tough games? 16:49 How much would a 24-team playoff diminish the regular season? 18:47 Has the CFP been excluding many title-worthy teams? 22:05 What would a 24-team playoff do to the bowl system? 24:11 What would you do if you were the CFB commissioner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Connelly joins the show to talk potential CFP expansion. David Hale joins the show to talk ACC Spring Meetings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Connelly of ESPN joins the show to discuss why a 24-team College Football Playoff is a bad idea...and what did Dan Lanning and Lincoln Riley have to say at Big Ten spring meetings?

Bill Connelly of ESPN joins the show to explain why he believes the 24-team College Football Playoff idea would be bad for the sport, and discuss other hot topics in the college football offseason.

Hr 3 - ESPN’s Bill Connelly talks CFB + Cam Ward’s coming to NetflixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN CFB Writer Bill Connelly talks College Football, SEC, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN CFB Writer Bill Connelly talks College Football, SEC, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hr 3 - ESPN’s Bill Connelly talks CFB + Cam Ward’s coming to NetflixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN's Bill Connelly joins Alex and Richard to talk about his returning production rankings for the 2026 college football season. The power leagues are retaining more of last year's snaps and yards, while the G6 is increasingly forced into annual rebuilds. Bill explains how the formula for returning talent has evolved, how the transfer portal has made it messy, and which 2026 teams look interesting based on who's coming back. In this episode:* 0:55: Exactly how dire is the returning production picture in the Group of 6?* 4:10: How the returning-production formula has changed in the portal era, from FCS/FBS translation to incoming-transfer weight.* 12:58: Why the weights look the way they do, including offensive line snaps, pass catchers, quarterbacks, and defensive stickiness.* 15:02: What we can learn from last year's big returning production flop, the No. 1-ranked (sort of) Clemson Tigers* 20:18: The new grind of roster evaluation, why G6 previews can become transfer lists, and 2026 FAU as a returning production test case.* 27:13: AI in roster work and recruiting operations, and why Bill still prefers doing his own spreadsheeting* 35:55: 2026 case studies near the top: Notre Dame, Maryland, South Carolina, and Texas.* 49:10: Rebuilds at Tulane, North Texas, and James Madison, a packed American race, and … a little curiosity at Ohio State?Producer: Anthony VitoThank you to our partners!* Shop at Homefield* Learn more about Nokian Tyres This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Bill Connelly from ESPN.com stops by to walk us through the post-spring college football landscape, fresh off turning in 7,000 words on the MAC and kicking off his annual conference preview series. We get into how the portal era has transformed his prep work, why the SEC has become a "horizontal" conference of strong middles, and which conferences are hardest to make sense of right now. Bill evaluates the Big 12 after the Brendan Sorsby news, talks up a few mid-major teams to watch, and explains why he still doesn't fully trust Texas the way the rest of the country does. We also dig into the Bob Chesney's roster build at UCLA, Oklahoma State's full offensive transfusion, Lane Kiffin's quarterback insurance policy, and what to make of the pairing of Bryce Underwood and Kyle Whittingham in Ann Arbor. Bill also shares his Alabama skepticism, his read on Indiana's encore, and why he's increasingly intrigued by Texas A&M. And, to close things out, a little World Cup talk in advance of this summer's tournament. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro4:05 - Bill Connelly joins the showSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One ESPN writer may have handed the Georgia Bulldogs the biggest insult possible but is he right about Georgia Football? Bill Connelly of ESPN asks is Georgia's offense is a “Blue Chip Service Academy Offense”? Who does Ty Simpson best compare to in the NFL? Mike Renner of CBS Sports says Atlanta Falcons great Matt Ryan. You see it? ESPN's Tom Luginbill joins the show! PLUS, Tyler's Viewing Menu presented by Michelson Laser Vision! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Based on Bill Connelly's 2026 SP+ rankings, the top three B1G schools are way higher rated than the top three in the SEC. Interesting.

Bill joins The Grum to share some of his numbers way ahead of the 2026 CFB season.

The Big 12 is making a serious statement in the transfer portal—and the numbers back it up.According to ESPN's latest rankings from Bill Connelly, six of the top 11 transfer portal classes in college football belong to Big 12 programs. That's not just impressive, it's a sign the conference is thriving in the modern era of roster building.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to what each team in the rankings is doing well, the winners, and what it means for the Big 12 in 2026. Subscribe for more Big 12 coverage!

Chuck thinks the NCAA is right to try and codify in the rules that players who voluntarily go through a pro draft can't return to play college sports. Chuck and Heath discuss Alabama's AD calling for the end of the SEC Championship game. Bill Connelly of ESPN discusses his first set of SP+ ratings for 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Connelly released his initial ratings for the 2026 season. Michael and Trey discuss their takeaways from the SP+ and returning production numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College Football preseason rankings are out courtesy of Bill Connelly’s SP+. On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 724 Josh Pate looks at teams like Notre Dame, UGA, Texas, Ohio State, and Oregon. Which team will start the season ranked #1? We also check in on spring practices and get the latest whispers and intel from across the country. The truth teller series is back tonight with a look at Steve Sarkisian trying to win a national title at Texas. The Mood Tracker is also back with a pulse on Mike Elko and Texas A&M. Josh also looks at a possible chaos scenario involving Oregon, Indiana, and Ohio State dipping a bit this season. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chapel Fowler, Clemson beat reporter for the State (Columbia), analyzes the Tigers after they wrapped up spring football. Chuck and Heath discuss Bill Connelly's new SP+ numbers and what they say about various conferences. Drew DeArmond of ESPN 97.7 the Zone in Huntsville sizes up Alabama after their first spring scrimmage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BYU football nears the finish line of spring practices for the 2026 season. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper gives the latest updates from spring camp. Kalani Sitake believes new defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga has exceeded expectations so far in spring ball. Also, one of the challenges of spring is finding a nice balance between achieving goals and keeping players healthy in the roster limit era. Returning production numbers by ESPN's Bill Connelly. BYU ranks among the nation's best in returning production entering the 2026 season. What does that mean for the floor for this BYU team in 2026? College Basketball is entering a golden era for viewership in the NCAA Tournament. What does that mean for BYU hoops going forward?  Then, finally, Mitch Harper caught up with BYU wide receiver Reggie Frischknecht at spring practices as he prepares for his redshirt sophomore season. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh 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/id143593 Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and hosts the Cougar Tracks Podcast daily on KSL Sports YouTube and KSL NewsRadio (SUBSCRIBE). Harper also co-hosts Cougar Sports Saturday (12–3 p.m.) on KSL NewsRadio. Follow Mitch’s coverage of BYU athletics in the Big 12 Conference on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram: @Mitch_Harper. Want more coverage of BYU sports? Take us with you wherever you go. Download the new and improved KSL Sports app from Utah’s sports leader. Allows you to stream live radio and video, keeping you up-to-date on all your favorite teams.

We dig a little more into Nebraska's Returning Production via Bill Connelly of ESPN.

Its never too early to talk college football and ESPN's Bill Connelly joins the show to give us all the offseason news and notes. Plus more of your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Football just made a MASSIVE jump… and it could mean everything for 2026

College football's elite face a season defined by quarterback power and returning production. Can Arch Manning lift Texas to a new level? Will CJ Carr's Heisman potential propel Notre Dame to a national title? Brian Smith tackles Bill Connelly's returning production stats, dissecting why Miami's Darian Mensah and Georgia's Gunner Stockton shape their teams' playoff chances. Surprising roster rankings shake up expectations for Texas, Georgia, Oregon, SMU, and Alabama, while Ohio State and Ole Miss look poised for dominance with Julian Sayin and Trinidad Chambliss at the helm. Key topics include the importance of quarterback stability, top returning offensive lines, and underrated threats like SMU and Michigan. Brian Smith breaks down portal moves, emerging Heisman candidates, and which programs could disappoint despite strong numbers. Is this the most wide-open CFB playoff race yet? Join the debate on which powerhouse has the top roster heading into 2026. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Mazda Like our players, we're driven by the details. Highlights make the reel. But the work behind them makes it count.
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It's March, which means brackets are everywhere. Jacob and Daniel decided to do their own: a 64-team tournament to crown the greatest College Football Playoff team of all time. Using Bill Connelly's SP+ rankings, they seeded all 64 teams that have competed in the CFP since 2014 and went region by region, picking winners and debating matchups along the way. From blowouts like 2020 Alabama over Tulane to toss-ups like 2019 LSU versus 2022 Georgia, the guys argue their way through hypothetical games, comparing eras, offensive firepower, and championship pedigree. Which teams made the Final Four? Who is the best CFP team of all time? And where did your favorite playoff team land in the bracket? Follow along with the visual bracket on social media and let them know where they got it wrong.Bill Connelly's Ranking all 64 teams in College Football Playoff history: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42874905/ranking-every-team-college-football-playoff-historyFollow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDanielFollow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnesSubscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9QFollow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.Website: theextrapointpod.comChapters00:00 March Madness and College Football Brackets03:57 The Alabama Region18:47 The Grab Bag Region39:27 The Region of Death59:50 The If's vs Did's Region01:14:20 Final Four Showdown: The Best of the Best01:18:38 Championship

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!So how good is your favorite team's starting quarterback really?On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided) flew solo like a cup with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) frolicking somewhere in Colorado with the NC State podcast.Buhler started the show off with a bang reacting to Bill Connelly's Power Four quarterback rankings for ESPN.He then addressed the NCAA's beef with Trinidad Chambliss trying to playin for Ole Miss again, as well as Arvell Reese's position-less nature coming out of Ohio State ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.From there, Buhler looked at the great job Mario Cristobal is doing recruiting at his alma mater of Miami, as well as hoping Jon Sumrall becomes a patient man while leading Florida.To wrap this thing up, Buhler looked at what the Miami RedHawks did under Travis Steele this season on the hardwood and tried to forecast what Power Four teams could go undefeated in the regular season on the gridiron next year.It may still be the heart of the offseason, but it's gotta be False Start!Support the show

Bill Connelly's SP+ quarterback rankings stir debate—does statistical dominance really reflect who you trust with the game on the line? Brian Smith breaks down the top college football quarterbacks, spotlighting CJ Carr, Trinidad Chambliss, and Arch Manning while questioning surprising placements like Darian Mensah's. Are the leaders at Ohio State, Ole Miss, and Oklahoma State truly poised for stardom, or are overlooked talents like Byrum Brown and CJ Bailey ready to crash the party? Key topics include the flaws in relying solely on data, the importance of intangibles like leadership and clutch performance, and why some signal-callers thrive in high-pressure moments. The show covers team changes—from transfers at NC State to Lane Kiffin's move from Ole Miss—and explores how evolving offensive systems could shake up the quarterback hierarchy. Who deserves to be ranked number one, and what qualities should really define elite college QBs? Don't miss this insightful quarterback ranking analysis. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Mazda Like our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you. TurboTax  This year you're getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Robinhood You're no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade Every Play with Robinhood. Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firm. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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ESPN's Bill Connelly stops by to share his insight on what it takes to win in college football.. Plus more of your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Galen Clavio welcomes Bill Connelly (ESPN) — the creator of SP+ — for a deep, nuts-and-bolts look at Indiana football's unprecedented rise to the top of college football and what it means going forward.They discuss why Indiana's two-year climb under Curt Cignetti is so difficult to comp historically, what the numbers say about how Indiana won (elite down-to-down efficiency, red zone performance, and consistently winning field position), and why “just use the portal” is a lazy explanation that doesn't match the underlying inputs.Bill also explains how SP+ balances efficiency vs explosiveness, why special teams are so hard to measure (but can decide championships), where Indiana's title team fits among recent champions, and how returning production + incoming production help shape early projections for 2026.

Thursday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a look at who, especially in the SEC, could become the next Indiana; then, Bill Connelly, from ESPN, tells us what his Playoff projection look like for 2026, why only 3-4 teams can win the SEC Championship, and where teams should look to build their rosters; later, the guys get asked about star ratings & recruiting; and finally, Cole & Greg say why they aren't a fan of Bediako returning to Alabama's basketball team after a pro basketball career. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Could Indiana be the best team in college football history? Was Miami's run to the title game a fluke? Is Carson Beck a good QB? Where are the weaknesses for the Hoosiers that Miami can attack? Braden Gall previews the national title game with ESPN's Bill Connelly. Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Buy Bill's book Forward Progress here. In Nashville? Be sure to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠M.L. Rose Craft Beer and Burgers.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by The Wild Feathers

Could Indiana be the best team in modern college football with a win? Bill Connelly joins Braden Gall to analyze the National Championship game. Where can Miami take advantage of a nearly perfect IU team? Was Miami's run to this game a fluke? Is Carson Beck a good QB?

Jeff Cameron of Warchant looks at FSU's significant losses in the transfer portal. Chuck and Heath discuss multiple CFB items. Bill Connelly of ESPN analyzes what numbers say about Indiana's potential place in history with one more win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Film Guy Brooks Austin and ESPN's Bill Connelly join Paul in Hour 2 of Wednesday's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's all about the Ducks-Hoosiers semifinal...how will the Davison injury impact the Ducks Offensive game plan...Bill Connelly runs the match up through the sp+ model, and do you trust Dante Moore to win the game if needed.

The founder of the sp+ model, Bill Connelly from ESPN puts the Ducks-Hoosiers rematch through the analytics car wash to see what the numbers say about Friday night's semifinal

With Dan on vacation and the regular season officially in the books, Ty invited ESPN's Bill Connelly back to the pod to help us put the 2025 campaign in perspective. In this episode, we discuss the biggest risers, most head-scratching fallers, and how Indiana and Texas Tech are the best stories of the year. Plus, a conversation about how the Group of Five should fit into the CFP discussion, what to watch for in non-playoff bowls, what it felt like for Bill to be part of the Mountain West's tiebreaker, and how Bill's new book, Forward Progress: The Definitive Guide to the Future of College Football, can be instructive as college football forges ahead into uncertain territory.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hour of Follow The Money, hosts Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard are joined by ESPN's Bill Connelly to discuss how some the teams in the College Football Playoff matchup against his SP+ rankings. Also on the show, more preview and angles for tonight's Thursday Night Football game between the Rams and Seahawks, The Sporting Tribune's Arash Markazi calls in live from Seattle to update the weather and preview the Rams and Seahawks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bill Connelly, ESPN college football analyst and creator of SP+, Bill Connelly, joins Cade, Eric, Shane, and Adi to break down first-round playoff games, assess championship probabilities, and explain how analytics shape expectations in the expanded College Football Playoff. The Moneyball team also discusses the end of AFC quarterback dominance, and what today's parity means for teams, windows, and dynasties across football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Alabama Crimson Tide is in the College Football Playoff and will travel to the Oklahoma Sooners. Why does Alabama Football advance in the Playoffs? ESPN's Bill Connelly answers that question for all 12 teams. The Miami-Texas A&M winner will face Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl on New Year's Eve. The three remaining bye teams will play on New Year's Day: JMU-Oregon winner faces Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl, Alabama-Oklahoma winner against Indiana in the Rose Bowl, Tulane-Ole Miss winner faces Georgia in the Sugar Bowl Which teams have the toughest CFB Playoff path and who has the easiest? Curt Cignetti gets asked how this year's team will benefit from last year's playoff experience Fox Sports' Joel Klatt talks college football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are happy to welcome in ESPN's Bill Connelly, who recently wrote the book "Forward Progress: The Definitive Guide to the Future of College Football." Bill is also a college football expert and is the inventor of the advanced football metric, SP+. Bill joins Dave Biddle to discuss his new book, what the future of college football will look like, his thoughts on the massive changes we have seen in college football recently, his take on Ohio State's 2025 team, what the metrics say about quarterback Julian Sayin and much more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. 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