Podcasts about college football playoffs

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa's brutal early Big Ten football schedule, debate the future of a possible 24-team College Football Playoff, and revisit which Kirk Ferentz teams could've made legitimate postseason runs. Plus: Nebraska's offseason hype machine fires up again, Ben McCollum gets extended at Iowa, and the Hawkeye women add roster depth through the portal and international recruiting.

Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel react to Lane Kiffin's controversial comments about Ole Miss, Steve Sarkisian's jab at their academics, the possible return of the legendary Notre Dame vs. USC rivalry and how a 24-team College Football Playoff could completely reshape the sport. 00:00 - Welcome to the College GameDay Podcast 00:53 - Lane Kiffin on LSU recuriting vs Ole Miss 02:56 - Kiffin: Top recurits families wary of Oxford 11:16 - Were Kiffin's comments a jab at Ole Miss? 23:47 - Steve Sarkisian takes a jab at Ole Miss 38:41 - USC and Notre Dame back in negotiations 43:03 - The problem with the 24-team playoff 55:10 - Rece goes into the Alabama sports Hall of Fame 59:39 - Goodbye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle Crooks sits down with Director of Athletics Troy Dannen to talk about the latest CSC arbitration decision, softball, baseball, as well as a look at the future of the College Football Playoff and the timing of the '5 for 5' eligibility ruling.Deputy AD of Revenue Generation, Tyler Kai, also joins the show to chat about the postseason ticket process for softball, Big Red Rebuild, and the record year of fundraising.

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Bump and Stacy celebrate Cal Raleigh breaking out of his hitless streak in the Mariners’ win over the Astros, they give you their thoughts on the Kraken’s offseason plans and expanded College Football Playoffs in Headline Rewrites, they discuss whether the NFL is spreading itself too thin with their schedule, and Bump rants about Golf, autograph hounds, and cars in Get Off My Lawn! 

Bump and Stacy give their rankings for the best offense, defense, and quarterbacks in the Seahawks’ division, they give you their thoughts on the NFL’s international slate and expanded College Football Playoffs in Headline Rewrites, they bring you the biggest stories around the NFL, including what other GMs learned from seeing Sam Darnold win Super Bowl LX, and they discuss whether the Seahawks have become a destination team. 

Michael Borkey of Sports Talk Mississippi reacts to recent shots at Ole Miss by Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian. Chuck and Heath discuss FSU's debts and ACC coaches wanting a 24 team playoff. Mike Hardge of 1300 the Zone in Austin looks at Steve Sarkisian's controversial interview with USA Today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Portal Podcast spotlights the nation's hottest high school football recruits—can rising stars like Osani Gales, Julius Jones Jr., and Kaden Moss become game-changers for powerhouses like Ole Miss, LSU, Alabama, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, and Texas A&M? Host Brian Smith ranks prospects 21-40 for the 2027 class, featuring elite route-runners, dominant linemen, and dynamic playmakers poised to shake up the next wave of college football. Key storylines include Oklahoma's offensive line resurgence with Cooper Hackett and Krew Jones, the versatility of IMG Academy's Sincere Gaylord, and the explosive potential of Eric McFarland and Easton Royal. Smith also breaks down the College Football Playoff expansion and debates its true impact—is it a boost for hopeful programs or just a money grab? Don't miss player insights, recruiting battles, and sharp analysis driving college football's future. 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! 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 Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. 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 expires 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) (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.

The second hour of Wednesday's 3 Man Front included Doug Bell's preview of the PGA Championship, the ACC unsurprisingly advocating for a 24-team CFB Playoff & the Braves knocking off the Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FOX Sports' Tim Brando stopped by 3 Man Front to give his take on all of the big topics in college football, including Lane Kiffin taking shots at Ole Miss and the potential of a 24-team CFB Playoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT reacts to why a 24-team College Football Playoff would be bad for the sport and how playoff expansion could hurt the regular season, protect blue blood programs, create more blowouts, and push college football further toward an NFL-lite product. Miami is reloading in the trenches under Mario Cristobal, but can the Hurricanes replace Francis Mauigoa, Rueben Bain, and Akheem Mesidor without taking a major step back up front? JT also breaks down why the Patriot Way may be failing at North Carolina under Bill Belichick, whether Bobby Petrino can save UNC's offense, and why Alabama is trending up in year three under Kalen DeBoer as the Crimson Tide continue recruiting at an elite level. Plus, JT discusses why the Jeremiah Smith hate isn't real, how Ohio State's superstar WR prospect is being judged against WRU legacies, and Lane Kiffin explaining the real reason he left Ole Miss for LSU.

Tan and J-Man talk some MLB, NBA Playoffs, the Pacers losing their draft pick, the NCAA Tournament expanding to 76 teams and the College Football Playoff potentially expanding to 24 teams, the upcoming NFL schedule release, make their picks for the PGA Championship, and more!Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TanandJManShow/Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/TanandJManShowFollow Tanner @TannerLee92 on X: https://twitter.com/TannerLee92Follow J-Man @mundtdog16 on X: https://twitter.com/mundtdog16Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanandjmanshow/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tanandjmanshowWatch all of our episodes:https://www.iscsportsnetwork.com/the-tan-and-j-man-showBuy Tan and J-Man Show Merch: Tan and J-Man Show Store tanandjmanshowstore.comThis podcast is brought to you by Jarrety's Place, Arlington Public House, Travis Wottring Insurance Agency, Proforma Print2 Promo Group and Blue River Digital 

On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 735 Josh Pate reacts to coaches and administrators lobbying to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams? Who has the best interest of the sport at heart? Will these changes happen? The College Football schedule is out for 2026 and it’s time for Josh Pate to draft the best games each week. Where do matchups like LSU vs Ole Miss, Oregon vs Ohio State, Miami vs Notre Dame, and UGA vs Alabama rank? Bold Prediction season continues tonight as we look at takes viewers are willing to put their name behind. Big Ten job approval ratings are back as we dive into the vibes around Ryan Day at Ohio State, Matt Rhule at Nebraska, and Bret Bielema at Illinois. 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.

Ole Miss intensifies its recruiting push, landing a crucial visit from five-star offensive lineman Albert Simien and signaling a bold new era for Rebels football. Can Ole Miss really challenge LSU, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, and national powers for elite linemen out of Louisiana? Recruiting analyst Brian Smith and life-long Ole Miss supporter Steven Willis spotlight Simien's articulate approach, the impact of recent playoff runs, and how Ole Miss is leveraging both NIL and cultural fit to reshape its recruiting identity. The hosts debate whether the Rebels should keep their focus regional or start competing nationally with programs like Ohio State and Texas. Insightful takes on the College Football Playoff expansion—moving to a possible 24-team format—reveal how this seismic change could elevate programs like Ole Miss and shake up the SEC landscape. Will this new playoff era unlock lasting national relevance for the Rebels? 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! 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 Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. 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 expires 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) (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.

In this week's Akem's Analysis, I'm talking about the CAA Strength of Schedule for 2026. Which CAA teams have tough schedules and which have easier schedules? How many playoff teams will the CAA have in 2026? I discuss all of this in that segment. Who do I think are the top-10 FCS RBs coming into the 2026 season? There is a ton of good RB play, but I will be listing my top-10 in this video. The AFCA recommended a 24-team playoff for the CFP, and I wanted to give my thoughts about it. All of this and more in this week's episode. 0:00 - Intro6:15 - CAA Strength of Schedule26:58 - My Top-10 FCS RBs For 202645-10 - AFCA Recommends 24-Team Playoff 1:03:01 - 3 HBCU Programs Academically Ineligible1:05:35 - D2 Transfer Portal Window1:06:54 - UCF Signs British LB From ELF1:09:30 - Final Thoughts1:11:39 - EndJoin My Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/tNC2MqsX5dFollow My Socials: Twitter/X:https://x.com/s_akem18?s=21INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/s_akem18?igsh=NWp2Njdta216OTZq&utm_source=qrTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuelakem18?_t=8kcXTSonq6E&_r=1

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This week's “Best of The Joe Rose Show” features Mike Florio breaking down the biggest NFL and college football headlines, including a potential 24-team College Football Playoff expansion, ongoing talks between Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the latest developments in the Russini/Vrabel situation involving the New England Patriots. The conversation continues with a deep dive into how expanding postseason formats in both college football and March Madness could reshape the value of the regular season, along with what it means for programs like the Miami Hurricanes. Dave Hyde joins to discuss Miami's athletic director search, the PGA Tour vs. LIV Golf battle, and the Dolphins' long-term outlook as the city continues to host major events like the Grand Prix and Miami Open. The episode wraps with a look back at a big South Florida sports weekend, highlighted by Cameron Young's win at the Cadillac Championship and a broader conversation about sportsmanship and cheating in golf and other individual sports.

Mitch Harper and Nate Slack share their takes on the American Football Coaches Association’s endorsement of a move to a 24-team college football playoff.

On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 734 Josh Pate reacts to coaches and administrators lobbying to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams? Who has the best interest of the sport at heart? Will these changes happen? Bold Prediction season continues tonight as we look at takes viewers are willing to put their name behind. Big Ten job approval ratings are back as we dive into the vibes around Ryan Day at Ohio State, Matt Rhule at Nebraska, and Bret Bielema at Illinois. What do early mock drafts tell us about the potential national title picture for 2026? All that plus behind the scenes stories from Josh’s trip to Clemson to sit down with Dabo Swinney. 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.

The College Football Playoff expanding from 12 teams seems inevitable. When the CFP does expand, what's the right amount of teams? Fourteen? What about 16? Are we really serious about 24, or is that far too many? And if the CFP does expand, does that mean conference championship games will be eliminated? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that, take a look at 2027 quarterback recruiting for Ohio State and much more. That is coming your way on the Friday 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

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Keith Murphy and Andy Fales broadcast live from Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster and dive into the NCAA officially expanding March Madness to 76 teams — and absolutely nobody seems happy about it.

Connor and Mike determine how a potential 24-team College Football Playoff expansion can benefit the Huskers. They also share how much pressure they're on with the expected expansion.

The guys react to major changes potentially coming to college sports as March Madness expands to 76 teams and the College Football Playoff reportedly moves closer to a 24-team format. They discuss how much the expanded playoff system would have changed last season's college football landscape and whether conference championship games still carry real importance in today's era of postseason expansion. The conversation also turns to the Miami Hurricanes never winning an ACC championship and what that says about the program's modern history. The crew debates whether expanding the postseason ultimately hurts the value of the regular season in both football and basketball, while also acknowledging that traditional non-playoff bowl games are becoming increasingly irrelevant as more players choose to opt out.

Friday's show kicks off with the start of Miami Dolphins rookie minicamp and a reality check on expectations for a team that appears to be entering a reset season with a young, rebuilding roster. The conversation expands into NBA Playoffs frustration, where constant complaints about officiating spark a broader debate about flopping, referee accountability, and how NBA and NFL officiating compare under pressure. The guys also dive into major college sports changes, including March Madness expanding to 76 teams and momentum toward a 24-team College Football Playoff, and whether postseason expansion is hurting the value of the regular season and traditional bowl games. Later, NFL headlines take center stage with Mike Florio breaking down Aaron Rodgers' situation with the Steelers, the proposed playoff expansion in college football, and the ongoing Russini/Vrabel controversy that continues to create pressure around the Patriots and the league.

Hour 1 kicks off with the start of Miami Dolphins rookie minicamp as the guys discuss why expectations for Miami may need to stay realistic during a major rebuilding season fueled by young players and rookies. The conversation shifts to the NBA playoffs and growing tension between Draymond Green and Charles Barkley on Inside the NBA, while also comparing Barkley's criticism for never winning a championship to the way Dan Marino is judged for never winning a Super Bowl. The crew also reacts to the latest Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel rumors and debates whether Vrabel's future could be impacted if the situation continues escalating publicly. Later in the hour, the guys break down the expanding March Madness field and the possibility of a 24-team College Football Playoff, debating whether postseason expansion is damaging the importance of the regular season, conference championships, and traditional bowl games

The Ole Miss Rebels make a recruiting splash with commitments from towering corner Taelyn Mayo and accurate signal-caller Crews Jenkins—are the Rebels building a defense SEC rivals should fear? Brian Smith and Stev en Willis break down what Mayo's size and elite Dallas-area pedigree can mean for the secondary, while exploring why Jenkins, a lifelong Ole Miss fan, could be an underrated gem in the quarterback room. Key topics include Pete Golding's evolving defensive strategy, top recruiting battles with Alabama and Georgia, and inside updates on star prospects Adryan Cole, Mitchell Turner, and Caden Moss. The hosts question the unusual number of uncommitted Mississippi standouts, examine the impact of NIL and official visit timing, and lay out how a marquee win over LSU could sway both in-state and Louisiana recruiting wars. Will this new wave of Rebels set the stage for future College Football Playoff runs? 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! 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. 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.

SS Rewind: On Friday's show, Steve Russell brought in SEC CFB Analyst Chris Doering to talk about the potential expansion of the CFB Playoff, ESPN CBB Analyst Seth Greenberg joined to talk about the expansion of the NCAA Tournament, and Santa Fe College Softball Head Coach Savanah Webster joined to talk about the run the Saints are on this season.

What are the benefits of a potential 24-team College Football Playoff?...why is Justin Herbert in a music video?...and what is the most embarrassing injury you've had while playing with your kids?

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by good friend of the show and former co-host Ryan Tootell for a wide-ranging and entertaining sports conversation covering a variety of topics from around the sports world. The two dive into the officially announced expansion of March Madness from 68 to 76 teams, along with the College Football Playoff expanding from 16 to 24 teams, while questioning the overall impact these changes could have on the product, competitive balance, and the future of “Cinderella” stories in college sports, along with plenty of other sports discussions and laughs along the way.

We discuss the pros and cons of a possible 24-team College Football Playoff and answer some listener questions and more on today's show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discussion on the expansion of the NCAA Tournament and possible expansion of the CFB Playoff. 

Host Tyler Jones (@TylerJonesLive) is joined by Locked On Detroit/The Fan Dallas Host Jake Riepma (@JakeRiepma), Bryan O'Connor (@CoachBoKnowsShow) & Thomas Bridges (@Thomas_Bridges).(0:30-25:55) RIP Spirit Airlines.(25:55-43:55) NBA Playoffs Breakdown.(43:55-1:09:30) Big 12/SEC Breakdown: Hot Takes on Matt Campbell and Iowa State, private equity in the Big 12, CFP expansion, SEC and Big 12 Softball and Baseball bracketology.(1:09:30-1:40:50) Jake Riepma on the Pistons, Lions, and Cowboys.(1:40:50-2:26:50) Coach Bo's Football Fix Presented By O'Connor Advisory Group: Russell Wilson's future, Stefon Diggs' charges dropped, Deshaun Watson set to start over Sheduer Sanders in Cleveland, Bucs looking to extend Baker Mayfield, and why College Football Playoff expansion is just a money grab.(2:26:50-2:42:00) Tom Foolery Story of the Week: Man pulls a car 131 feet with his penis to raise awareness for prostate cancer.Today's show is sponsored by O'Connor Advisory Group. Start planning for your future now at https://oconnoradvisorygroup.com!Follow Tyler Jones on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerJonesLiveFollow Tyler Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerjoneslive/Follow Tyler Jones on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tylerjoneslive

We’re back for Part 2 of our May Q&A, which means the offseason conversation gets both bigger and weirder. We start off with College Football Playoff expansion anxiety, including the possibility of a 24-team field, the future of conference championship games, and the growing gap between the people running the sport and the fans who love it. We discuss the new marriage between Michigan State and Pat Fitzgerald, which leads us into a broader conversation about safe hires, risky hires, Transfer Portal recruiting, and what it actually means to rebuild in the modern Big Ten. We also touch on Texas, Arch Manning, Steve Sarkisian, Florida State, Mike Norvell, and the kinds of expectations that can turn a normal season into a referendum. We also spend some time on the quarterback and offensive coordinator pairings we’re most curious to watch, with stops at places like Georgia Tech, UCLA, Florida, Kentucky, and a few others. Which combinations are actually exciting? Which ones feel volatile? Which ones have the widest range of possible outcomes? And because it’s an offseason Q&A, we find room for the important stuff: wearing your team’s gear when things are bleak, whether video podcasts have raised the appearance bar, and Dan’s surprisingly spicy take on wearing sneakers with suits. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:09 - Mass CFB Exodus?25:04 - Why Pat Fitzgerald?38:39 - New QB-Coach Pairings?f47:50 - Loser Sports Apparel?53:00 - Texas Expectations?59:46 - Norvell's Future?1:06:03 - Old School Showbiz?Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a deep dive into the biggest storylines shaping the future of college football as USA Today's Matt Hayes joins The Next Round!

Bump and Stacy have their weekly conversation with Ryan Rowland-Smith to get his thoughts on the Mariners’ series win over the Braves, they answer your questions about Seahawks player evaluation and the biggest position battles in Four Down Territory, they hear a warning against College Football Playoff expansion in The Timeline, and they discuss how the Mariners should handle Cal Raleigh’s injury issues. 

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive deep into Scott's massive Big Ten fan survey from The Athletic — and the results are fascinating.

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Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on May 7, 2026. Hour 1 Starting Lineup AFCA support a 24 team CFP expansion What You May Have Missed Hour 2 End of Season for Utah Mammoth G, B & U: Weird Baseball player injuries NBA Playoffs Hour 3 Bryan Fischer, Sports Writer for Sports Illustrated 5 years to play 5 seasons Keyonte George to represent the Jazz at the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Hour 4 Andy Bailey, NBA for Bleacher Report NCAA officially expands the men's and women's tournament NBA Draft Lottery Simulator

The College Football Playoff could be on the verge of expanding to 24 teams. If that happens, what effect would it have on the Pitt football program? On today's Morning Pitt, we're looking at the potential expansion, how it would impact Pitt, whether the Panthers could consistently make the CFP and a lot more.

Heath starts hour 2 talking with Bomani Jones about his recent piece on Trinidad Chambliss for Vanity Fair, and FIFA comparing World Cup ticket prices compared to College Football prices. We then look around Mississippi State with Brian Hadad from Supertalk Mississippi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

College football coaches are pushing for major postseason changes — and they could reshape the sport again. The American Football Coaches Association reportedly wants three big things: no conference championship games, a bigger College Football Playoff, and the season finished by mid-January. Would that fix college football's postseason… or create even more problems? What are five “Must See” games on the 2026 college football slate? USA Today's Matt Hayes talks college football 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

What is the best format if the College Football Playoff expands to 24? The Kentucky Wildcats and head coach Mark Pope make a massive PR mistake. Who is the Kentucky Basketball “idea guy”? College football coaches are pushing for major postseason changes — and they could reshape the sport again. The American Football Coaches Association reportedly wants three big things: no conference championship games, a bigger College Football Playoff, and the season finished by mid-January. Would that fix college football's postseason… or create even more problems? Patrick Mahomes injury update Toughest and easiest schedules in the NFL PLUS, LT's Trash presented by Bud Light! 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

UCLA Head Football Coach Bob Chesney joins Rich in-studio where he details what goes into reviving the Bruins' program and building up a top-4 recruiting class, breaks down their spring game that featured national championship hoops coach Cori Close calling plays, discusses possible big changes/improvements to the CFB calendar and College Football Playoff, and more. Knicks fan Rich and 76ers fan TJ react to Joel Embiid sitting out the Sixers' Game 2 vs New York, and weigh in on Luka Doncic's first comments about his hamstring injury. Rich ranks his top 10 current MLB players who are locks to reach the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bump and Stacy are joined by Mariners Infield Coach Perry Hill to discuss Cole Young’s improvements at second base and the hardest things about each infield position, they look at whether it’s time to be patient or panic about the Mariners following a tough loss to the Braves, they give you their thoughts on a major injury in the AL West and College Football Playoff expansion in Headline Rewrites, and Bump rants about honking, gym etiquette, and influencers in Get Off My Lawn! 

Our daily 4 Downs presented by Central Alabama Concrete! We take a deeper look at the Power 4 and Notre Dame against ranked opponents in the College Football Playoff era. Which programs have lived up to the hype? Which ones have been exposed? And what does it tell us about the real contenders in college football? We also break down a huge SEC Football question: since 1977, only six teams have won the SEC Championship. Would you take those proven SEC powers — Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Florida, Auburn and Tennessee — or the field to win the conference this season? PLUS, LT's Trash presented by Bud Light! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices