Podcast appearances and mentions of Bret Bielema

In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, David Haugh was joined by Illinois football coach Bret Bielema to discuss the lofty expectations for his Illini entering the new season; Haugh and Ruthie Polinsky discussed the big impact that Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton has had on the club; and Haugh and Polinsky reacted to Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson continuing to hold out hope that the Bears will build a new stadium in the city rather than in Arlington Heights.

David Haugh was joined by Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema to preview the upcoming season and to react to the Illini being ranked 12th in the USA Today preseason coaches poll.

In the third hour, David Haugh was joined by Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema to preview the upcoming season and to react to the Illini being ranked 12th in the USA Today preseason coaches poll. After that, he listened and reacted to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' most recent comments as the NFL Network visited the team's training camp.

Illinois football season is just around the corner, and with the latest coaches' poll slotting Bret Bielema's team at #12, expectations are high. Mike Carpenter discusses how the Illini program has been transformed under Bielema - from Big Ten basement dwellers to a sexy pick for the College Football Playoff.

Atlanta Falcons Wide Receiver Casey Washington speaks about what's different for him in year two, approaching this season with a different perspective, how much offseason work matter, what his offseason looks like, getting lots of reps on the practice field with Michael Penix last season, his comfort being able to line up everywhere, Drake London trucking Raheem Morris at practice today, playing under Bret Bielema, and why he views preseason games as valuable experiences.

Hawks and United Broadcaster Mike Conti talks about James Pearce getting into another small scuffle, the decision not to play Michael Penix or Kirk Cousins, Kaleb McGary getting a two-year extension, Penn State being ranked so highly in the preseason, ad the performance of Illinois under Bret Bielema in recent years.

In this episode, 2026 Illinois football commit Davon Grant dives into how the last few months have unfolded since his commitment to the Illini. Grant also opens up about his strong relationship with wide receivers coach Justin Stepp and how the Illini coaching staff operates under Bret Bielema's leadership.

Tom Ackerman and Steve Kelly discuss Illinois football's momentum under head coach Bret Bielema. After a rare 10-win season in 2024, the Illini aim for back-to-back success in 2025. They preview key matchups, highlight quarterback Luke Altmyer's role, and reflect on the program's strong defense and renewed culture.

Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema joins the Cover 3 podcast live from Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas ahead of the 2025 college football season. He discusses expectations for his team this season, looks back at the drama in last year's Citrus Bowl and much more! 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

One of the edges for the South over the North in their dominant era of college football? Coaching. Nick Saban and Urban Meyer drove a new era of SEC excellence -- as natives of the North who spent much of their careers coaching in cold weather before turning around Alabama and Florida. How did the Big Ten let these Northern sons get away? Lacking superstar coaching power, the North also fell short in ingenuity. That happened despite a revolution starting in the middle of Iowa -- before spreading through the rest of the country. And then there was the money that wooed a Wisconsin winner like Bret Bielema -- a true Northerner headed South -- and he was just one example. It's the coaching episode of The 25 Year Winter. Thanks for joining us. Producer: Michael Henahan

BTN analyst and Illini great Howard Griffith chats with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner about why he's bought into Bret Bielema bringing sustained success to Illinois, what he thinks of the Illinois offense and defense and his outlook on the season and Illinois recruiting. Then Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt chats with Werner about high expectations for Illinois in 2025, what stands out about the Illini schematically, their schedule and more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   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

Ryan Day took the top honor for best coach, followed by this in order: Dan Lanning, James Franklin, Lincoln Riley, Kirk Ferentz, Curt Cignetti, Bret Bielema, PJ Fleck, Matt Rhule, and Jedd Fisch If Rhule and Nebraska elevate to a 9 or 10 win program this year, how much can he climb? Lots of good coaches in the way so it might take several good years to get higher on the list…or maybe a playoff appearance and a win in the playoffs… Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ilini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with CBS Sports analyst Gary Danielson to discuss a special broadcast of Illinois football's 2024 win over Michigan at Memorial Stadium and what he thinks of Bret Bielema, Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer, the Illini's chances in the Big Ten in 2025 and how the Big Ten now stacks up in the SEC. Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman then sits down with Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss the 2025 football season, his football program's rise and early impressions of the impact of the House settlement. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   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

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema sits down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner at Big Ten Media Days at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to discuss high expectations entering the 2025 season and an in-depth breakdown of his roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football podcast on Barstool sports hosted by Brandon Walker and Kayce Smith presented by Twisted Tea Bret Bielema and Luke Altmyer join us in studio for some good ole fashioned football talk. Luke and Brandon get into it as they try and hash their beef while Coach Bielema talks about his journey and how the college football landscape has changed as he prepares for his 17th season as a head football coach. ++++++++++++++++++++++++ Twisted Tea - Grab a refreshing Twisted Tea today https://www.twistedtea.com/locations Wayfair - Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Vuori - Go to https://vuori.com/ROUGHNESS for 20% off your first purchase. Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money at https://RocketMoney.com/rough today. Firehouse Subs - Order Firehouse Subs through the app and get up to $10 off your first order. Hot Subs. Easy ordering. Game day, handled. Order Firehouse Subs now! ++++++++++++++++++++++++ Follow the podcast on... Facebook: facebook.com/UnnecRoughness Instagram: instagram.com/unnecroughness/ Twitter: twitter.com/unnecroughness/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@unnecroughnessYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/unnecroughness

An old friend stops by to help us send Pipes off in style. Kyle Tausk is in-studio and shares some great memories with us about Derek & Lon. Plus, JC Sutter has decided to play for Ole Miss. What's next for Bret Bielema and staff? We discuss! It's The Drive!

Hutt and Chad break down Bret Bielema calling out Georgia for possibly tampering with RB Josh McCray and why the hype around the transfer portal could be cooling off with the rise in getting called out for tampering as well as the benefit to staying at one school. Plus, NFL Columnist, John McClain on Kevin Durant traded to the Rockets and is this really Aaron Rodgers final year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We walk through the SEC match-ups that the SEC is under the most pressure to win and we give you win/loss projections. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema implies the Georgia Bulldogs tampered with a player in a very Bret Bielema way. What the Illinois Football coach said, or didn't say, about Georgia Football and Kirby Smart. Alabama Crimson Tide WR Germie Bernard sets the table for the upcoming season, what the Alabama Football receiver has to say to our own Emily Grace McWhorter. Outside eyes look at Alabama Football to see just how close they were to winning even more national championships. The best SEC Football rematch we are most looking forward to. Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 brings us to an SEC contender, The LSU Tigers at #9. LSU Football is coming off a season that disappointed some fans in the Bayou, can Brian Kelly get the Tigers back into SEC and College Football Playoff contention? This is also the first team with a first place vote. What keeps you from thinking LSU can win a championship? The Auburn Tigers, Alabama and Georgia await the decision of RB EJ Crowell tonight. Will the 5-star recruit go to Alabama Football, Auburn Football or Georgia Football? Should you be banned for life from being a jerk at a sporting event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Kev is joined by Kelcey from High Low Sports to dive into college football's hot topics in this episode of Tailgate. They discuss Hugh Freeze's tenure at Auburn, Kalen DeBoer's impact at Alabama, and the latest transfer portal drama. The two also analyze Heisman Trophy and national championship odds, offering insights on potential sleeper picks. 3:21 Hugh Freeze Discussion 7:24 Hugh Freeze's coaching challenges and team prospects 11:22 Honest conversation about Kalen DeBoer 18:33 Bret Bielema and Big Ten football 22:13 The mascot head to retire with Lee Corso 24:47 Wisconsin sues Miami over Xavier Lucas transfer 28:46 NCAA and NIL Deals 31:17 Thomas Castellanos comments 38:35 Weird stuff happens at Jordan-Hare 41:46 Diego Pavia declares war on the Big Ten 45:33 SEC Offensive Evolution 48:19 Performance-based pay and booster influence in college sports 51:47 NIL valuations and cost of living 56:14 Heisman Trophy Betting Discussion 1:00:01 Clubnik's improvement and comparison to Nussmeier 1:02:22 Ryan Williams vs. Jeremiah Smith 1:06:16 Oregon and Ohio State discussion 1:10:07 Clemson and Penn State discussion 1:13:05 Ole Miss and College Football Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Illinois head coach was on Pardon My Take last week and was asked about the Iowa job---his alma mater---and told the guys that he has a non-compete with every school in the B1G. He said, “I know everyone thinks I want to go to Iowa. I don't want to go to Iowa.” He pointed out he spent 5 good years there but apparently has no interest in the job. How does that make a Hawkeye fan feel about someone who attended there? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a landmark moment in college athletics, Wisconsin has filed a lawsuit against Miami over tampering. What does this mean for college football? Bret Bielema takes a shot at the SEC over the league not playing a nine-game conference schedule. Parker shares his thoughts in addition to what he's been hearing regarding the College Football Playoff's future format. Diego Pavia had some strong comments recently regarding Vanderbilt and a couple of their rivals. Parker addresses it and why it may be good for the sport. All that and more on The Air Raid with Parker Kelley!

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Sun-Times reporter Joe Cowley joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to discuss the Bulls giving contract extensions to executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Illinois football coach Bret Bielema joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his Illini's outlook entering the 2025 season; Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss manager Craig Counsell's steady hand, the trade market and more; and veteran sports journalist Christine Brennan joined Mully & Haugh to discuss how Fever star Caitlin Clark is mistreated by other WNBA players.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Sun-Times reporter Joe Cowley joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to discuss the Bulls giving contract extensions to executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Illinois football coach Bret Bielema joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his Illini's outlook entering the 2025 season; Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss manager Craig Counsell's steady hand, the trade market and more; and veteran sports journalist Christine Brennan joined Mully & Haugh to discuss how Fever star Caitlin Clark is mistreated by other WNBA players.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Sun-Times reporter Joe Cowley joined the Rahimi & Harris Show to discuss the Bulls giving contract extensions to executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Illinois football coach Bret Bielema joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his Illini's outlook entering the 2025 season; Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss manager Craig Counsell's steady hand, the trade market and more; and veteran sports journalist Christine Brennan joined Mully & Haugh to discuss how Fever star Caitlin Clark is mistreated by other WNBA players.

In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to the Bulls giving contract extensions to executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Illinois football coach Bret Bielema joined the show to discuss his Illini's outlook entering the 2025 season; Mully and Haugh pondered if the Bulls will trade veteran center Nikola Vucevic in the coming weeks; and Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong joined the show to discuss his rise to stardom and much more.

The Pacers force a Game 7 after an ass kicking in Game 6. TJ McConnell and Obi Toppin beat the Thunder themselves in the second quarter and we get 1 more game of basketball (00:00:00-00:16:37). We talk about the Lakers selling for 10 billion, Stanley Cup celebrations, Connor McDavid maybe leaving Edmonton and some College Baseball (00:16:37-00:46:55). Boban Marjanovic joins the show to talk about his NBA Career, being the best teammate, his hand size going viral, riding horses and tons more (00:46:55-01:28:20). Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema joins the show to talk some football, the run game, feeling confident in talking shit, his tattoo and tons more (01:28:20-01:58:57). We finish with Fyre Fest of the week and check in with Hank at Pebble Beach (01:58:57-02:21:13).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

We start things off by speaking to Ari Wasserman from On3 and asks if college football is better off without Bret Bielema. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joey Wagner is in the studio today with a TON of info on the new Illini football recruits. Four star recruits, the markets where Illinois is having success, and more. Plus - a clip from Paul Finebaum's show made the rounds today about Bret Bielema being the "new villain" on college football. And why that's a good thing!

Former Hokies Offensive Lineman Jonathan McLaughlin joins Pete, Sam, and Robert to break down one of the most inexplicable wins in Virginia Tech football history. The guys dive deep on the 2016 season as a whole, reflect on the loaded roster, and discuss what was at stake heading into the Bowl matchup against Bret Bielema and the Arkansas Razorbacks. Big Jon gives his perspective on how the players were adjusting to new head coach Justin Fuente after the retirement of Frank Beamer, and what it was like in the locker room down 24-0 at the half. This episode is loaded with lore - a must watch for any Hokies die-hard. Two Deep Merch: https://theswvashop.com/collections/two-deep-podcast?_pos=1&_psq=two&_ss=e&_v=1.0

If The Auburn Tigers win at The Baylor Bears, it will be the best Auburn Football road win since? Vanderbilt Commodores QB Diego Pavia is not being shy behind the mic. The Vanderbilt Football QB clapped back at comments made by Alabama Crimson Tide WR Ryan Williams. Williams used the “sledgehammer on an ant” line in relation to their game against Vandy this season. Now Pavia is taking aim at the Tennessee Volunteers. What the Vandy signal caller said about Tennessee Football. The College Football Commissioners are starting over with the College Football Playoff format, what is the issue and what should be done? Does college football have an officiating issue? The Athletic says it does. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema is running his mouth against about the SEC. What the Illinois Football coach said and why we think he said it. Is Bielema just defending the Big Ten or is there more at play? Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 stays in the SEC with the Florida Gators at #15. Florida Football has been wondering int he wilderness for quite a while now. Can Billy Napier finally turn the corner with the Gators? Why did our audience (and Brown) rank the Gators so high? Does it seem like WNBA players are using Caitlin Clark as a punching bag and is that smart? Who have been the best NFL wide receivers over the last decade? The Sports Mascot Hall of Fame has a new class. What took so long for one iconic college football mascot to be inducted? The College World Series continues in Omaha tonight. The Arkansas Razorbacks have fought through the loser's bracket to face the LSU Tigers. It is an elimination game for Arkansas Baseball, LSU Baseball looks to return to the championship series again. The winner of that side of the bracket gets the winner of the Louisville Cardinals v. The Costal Carolina Chanticleers half of the bracket. The NBA Finals could be down to one final game with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the verge of closing out the Indiana Pacers after the Thunder rolled 120-109 in Game Five. The Thunder and Pacers square off Thursday night at 7:30 on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If The Auburn Tigers win at The Baylor Bears, it will be the best Auburn Football road win since? Vanderbilt Commodores QB Diego Pavia is not being shy behind the mic. The Vanderbilt Football QB clapped back at comments made by Alabama Crimson Tide WR Ryan Williams. Williams used the “sledgehammer on an ant” line in relation to their game against Vandy this season. Now Pavia is taking aim at the Tennessee Volunteers. What the Vandy signal caller said about Tennessee Football. The College Football Commissioners are starting over with the College Football Playoff format, what is the issue and what should be done? Does college football have an officiating issue? The Athletic says it does. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema is running his mouth against about the SEC. What the Illinois Football coach said and why we think he said it. Is Bielema just defending the Big Ten or is there more at play? Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 stays in the SEC with the Florida Gators at #15. Florida Football has been wondering int he wilderness for quite a while now. Can Billy Napier finally turn the corner with the Gators? Why did our audience (and Brown) rank the Gators so high? Does it seem like WNBA players are using Caitlin Clark as a punching bag and is that smart? Who have been the best NFL wide receivers over the last decade? The Sports Mascot Hall of Fame has a new class. What took so long for one iconic college football mascot to be inducted? The College World Series continues in Omaha tonight. The Arkansas Razorbacks have fought through the loser's bracket to face the LSU Tigers. It is an elimination game for Arkansas Baseball, LSU Baseball looks to return to the championship series again. The winner of that side of the bracket gets the winner of the Louisville Cardinals v. The Costal Carolina Chanticleers half of the bracket. The NBA Finals could be down to one final game with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the verge of closing out the Indiana Pacers after the Thunder rolled 120-109 in Game Five. The Thunder and Pacers square off Thursday night at 7:30 on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If The Auburn Tigers win at The Baylor Bears, it will be the best Auburn Football road win since? Vanderbilt Commodores QB Diego Pavia is not being shy behind the mic. The Vanderbilt Football QB clapped back at comments made by Alabama Crimson Tide WR Ryan Williams. Williams used the “sledgehammer on an ant” line in relation to their game against Vandy this season. Now Pavia is taking aim at the Tennessee Volunteers. What the Vandy signal caller said about Tennessee Football. The College Football Commissioners are starting over with the College Football Playoff format, what is the issue and what should be done? Does college football have an officiating issue? The Athletic says it does. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema is running his mouth against about the SEC. What the Illinois Football coach said and why we think he said it. Is Bielema just defending the Big Ten or is there more at play? Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 stays in the SEC with the Florida Gators at #15. Florida Football has been wondering int he wilderness for quite a while now. Can Billy Napier finally turn the corner with the Gators? Why did our audience (and Brown) rank the Gators so high? Does it seem like WNBA players are using Caitlin Clark as a punching bag and is that smart? Who have been the best NFL wide receivers over the last decade? The Sports Mascot Hall of Fame has a new class. What took so long for one iconic college football mascot to be inducted? The College World Series continues in Omaha tonight. The Arkansas Razorbacks have fought through the loser's bracket to face the LSU Tigers. It is an elimination game for Arkansas Baseball, LSU Baseball looks to return to the championship series again. The winner of that side of the bracket gets the winner of the Louisville Cardinals v. The Costal Carolina Chanticleers half of the bracket. The NBA Finals could be down to one final game with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the verge of closing out the Indiana Pacers after the Thunder rolled 120-109 in Game Five. The Thunder and Pacers square off Thursday night at 7:30 on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If The Auburn Tigers win at The Baylor Bears, it will be the best Auburn Football road win since? Vanderbilt Commodores QB Diego Pavia is not being shy behind the mic. The Vanderbilt Football QB clapped back at comments made by Alabama Crimson Tide WR Ryan Williams. Williams used the “sledgehammer on an ant” line in relation to their game against Vandy this season. Now Pavia is taking aim at the Tennessee Volunteers. What the Vandy signal caller said about Tennessee Football. The College Football Commissioners are starting over with the College Football Playoff format, what is the issue and what should be done? Does college football have an officiating issue? The Athletic says it does. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema is running his mouth against about the SEC. What the Illinois Football coach said and why we think he said it. Is Bielema just defending the Big Ten or is there more at play? Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 stays in the SEC with the Florida Gators at #15. Florida Football has been wondering int he wilderness for quite a while now. Can Billy Napier finally turn the corner with the Gators? Why did our audience (and Brown) rank the Gators so high? Does it seem like WNBA players are using Caitlin Clark as a punching bag and is that smart? Who have been the best NFL wide receivers over the last decade? The Sports Mascot Hall of Fame has a new class. What took so long for one iconic college football mascot to be inducted? The College World Series continues in Omaha tonight. The Arkansas Razorbacks have fought through the loser's bracket to face the LSU Tigers. It is an elimination game for Arkansas Baseball, LSU Baseball looks to return to the championship series again. The winner of that side of the bracket gets the winner of the Louisville Cardinals v. The Costal Carolina Chanticleers half of the bracket. The NBA Finals could be down to one final game with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the verge of closing out the Indiana Pacers after the Thunder rolled 120-109 in Game Five. The Thunder and Pacers square off Thursday night at 7:30 on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If The Auburn Tigers win at The Baylor Bears, it will be the best Auburn Football road win since? Vanderbilt Commodores QB Diego Pavia is not being shy behind the mic. The Vanderbilt Football QB clapped back at comments made by Alabama Crimson Tide WR Ryan Williams. Williams used the “sledgehammer on an ant” line in relation to their game against Vandy this season. Now Pavia is taking aim at the Tennessee Volunteers. What the Vandy signal caller said about Tennessee Football. The College Football Commissioners are starting over with the College Football Playoff format, what is the issue and what should be done? Does college football have an officiating issue? The Athletic says it does. Illinois Illini head coach Bret Bielema is running his mouth against about the SEC. What the Illinois Football coach said and why we think he said it. Is Bielema just defending the Big Ten or is there more at play? Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 stays in the SEC with the Florida Gators at #15. Florida Football has been wondering int he wilderness for quite a while now. Can Billy Napier finally turn the corner with the Gators? Why did our audience (and Brown) rank the Gators so high? Does it seem like WNBA players are using Caitlin Clark as a punching bag and is that smart? Who have been the best NFL wide receivers over the last decade? The Sports Mascot Hall of Fame has a new class. What took so long for one iconic college football mascot to be inducted? The College World Series continues in Omaha tonight. The Arkansas Razorbacks have fought through the loser's bracket to face the LSU Tigers. It is an elimination game for Arkansas Baseball, LSU Baseball looks to return to the championship series again. The winner of that side of the bracket gets the winner of the Louisville Cardinals v. The Costal Carolina Chanticleers half of the bracket. The NBA Finals could be down to one final game with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the verge of closing out the Indiana Pacers after the Thunder rolled 120-109 in Game Five. The Thunder and Pacers square off Thursday night at 7:30 on ABC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

@JeffreyTheGreek is joined by his ol' buddy @B1GKurt. First, we have some fun with our SEC neighbors down south...but maybe not as much fun as Bret Bielema is having?! Speaking of Beatle, it's onto his squad as Kurt gives us the details on the Illini and the HUGE opportunity this year for Illinois Football Program. Take a Listen! #AskForAmador

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia continues to liven up the college football world, this time with a pledge on the Bussin' With The Boys podcast that after this season Vanderbilt will “run” the state of Tennessee. This was a shot at Tennessee, which has a fanbase that certainly won't take that statement lightly.(0:00-2:53) Intro: Diego Pavia(2:54-15:19) Could Vanderbilt run the state of Tennessee?(15:20-24:13) How much money is too much money?(24:14-31:40) Generational wealth, Pavia on Big Ten(31:41-48:49) CFP Format: 9 Conference games for SEC?(48:50-58:17) How should fans spend their money moving forward?(58:18-1:10:00) Story Time, Movies that need a Sequel(1:10:01-1:15:07) Producer River's stakes on Tennessee-Vandy(1:15:08-1:16:16) Conclusion: "Brick by Brick" Meanwhile, Illinois coach Bret Bielema told a group of reporters that he doesn't believe the College Football Playoff should expand to 16 if the SEC doesn't play nine conference game. This came as conference commissioners were meeting in Asheville, N.C., to discuss the CFP format for 2026 and beyond. Watch our show LIVE on YouTube, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://youtube.com/live/rTyjCwTwKqg Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey Want to partner with the show? E-mail advertise@on3.com

Illini alum and Cubs beat writer for the Chicago Tribune Meghan Montemurro joins the fellas. We chat about PCA, Cubs playoff moves, and more. Plus, the Illini landed a 4-star recruit for football! Find out who will be joining Bret Bielema's squad this year.

Chuck reacts to reports the entire college football playoff format future planning process is starting over. Chuck and Heath discuss Bret Bielema taking jabs at the SEC despite his miserable record when he tried to compete in it. Wes Rucker of Go Vols 247 sizes up Tennessee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad Withrow of "Hot Mic with Hutton and Withrow" on Outkick looks at Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia's comments about Vandy taking over Tennessee. Chuck and Heath discuss a possible major recruiting win for South Carolina. Greg Smith, rivals national recruiting analyst, looks at Alabama's recent QB flip and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Illinois football coach Bret Bielema to discuss his team's outlook ahead of the 2025 season and what it will be like to sing the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Illinois football coach Bret Bielema to discuss his team's outlook ahead of the 2025 season and what it will be like to sing the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field. Later, Mully and Haugh previewed the upcoming series for the Cubs and White Sox.

247Sports college football writer Chris Hummer joins Jeremy Werner to break down the impact of the approval of the House settlement. The guys discuss the official death of college sports amateurism and potential impact of revenue sharing but the lingering questions around enforcement, Title IX, Congressional involvement and other potential legal challenges. Hummer also discusses the biggest storylines of the 2025 college football season and the Illini football program under Bret Bielema. Werner wraps up the show discussing the remaining questions about Illini athletics in the new era of college sports. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around college football. The guys discuss the House v. NCAA Case being delayed, Bud reveals some inside information on College Football '26 and much more! (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:00) - EA Sports College Football '26 Breakdown (00:14:30) - Best Non-Power 4 Conference Player in 2025 (00:17:10) - 3 Nice Things About Texas Tech (00:25:50) - Big 12 Question (00:31:30) - Who Is The Next Nebraska? (00:37:20) - CFB Preseason Preview Magazines (00:42:10) - Odds To Make The Playoff (00:45:40) - Bret Bielema (00:51:20) - Prefered Viewing Preference Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football. Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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