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In this college football podcast episode, we open our three-part 2026 Big Ten preview by zooming out before diving into the individual team breakdowns. The conference has produced the last three national champions, enters the season with another wave of major coaching and coordinator changes, and features a surprising number of familiar quarterbacks. We sort all 18 Big Ten teams into contender tiers and ask whether Ohio State, Oregon and defending national champion Indiana have separated from the field. Is USC talented enough to overcome its schedule and lingering defensive questions? Could Penn State, Michigan, Washington or Iowa emerge as the conference’s fourth College Football Playoff team? And how much faith should we place in new systems, new play callers and transfer quarterbacks across the league? We also work through the crowded middle of the conference, where favorable schedules, volatile quarterbacks and major rebuilds make almost every projection feel negotiable. Plus: Sweet Lady Schedule, the Big Ten’s overarching theme of faith, Bob Chesney’s elite hairline, a renewed commitment to the Minnesota Support Zoom, and a fun announcement about the show's place in the college football media sphere. Timestamps:00:00 — Intro & Show News07:35 — The Big Ten’s three-year heater10:15 — New head coaches, coordinators and familiar quarterbacks15:46 — The Big Ten’s Big Three21:33 — The quest for a fourth playoff team25:54 — Ohio State, Oregon, Indiana and... USC?40:16 — Who's Next?41:12 — The potential for a 10-2 Iowa48:15 — The Illinois contender debate52:56 — Penn State’s reset with Matt Campbell58:57 — Michigan begins the Kyle Whittingham era1:02:04 — Washington’s next step under Jedd Fisch1:07:34 — Minnesota and Nebraska1:15:45 — UCLA’s Bob Chesney rebuild1:22:03 — Wisconsin, Luke Fickell and a friendlier schedule1:27:02 — Maryland’s upside and unresolved questions1:30:48 — Northwestern, Rutgers, Michigan State and PurdueSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Lincoln Riley running out of time at USC? Lance Taylor joins Connor O'Gara for Episode 7 of The Connor O'Gara Show to examine Riley's future, the Trojans' College Football Playoff potential and the enormous pressure surrounding one of college football's most polarizing head coaches. Despite producing elite quarterbacks and winning four Big 12 championships, Lincoln Riley is still searching for his first College Football Playoff victory. Can USC's revamped defense finally help Riley break through? Could the Trojans go 10-2 and earn a spot in the expanded 12-team playoff, or will another disappointing season force USC to confront Riley's massive buyout? Connor and Lance also reveal the national championship teams they rooted against the hardest, including the 2013 Florida State Seminoles, the Cam Newton-led 2010 Auburn Tigers, the controversial 2023 Michigan Wolverines and the 2002 Ohio State Buckeyes. Plus, Connor makes a bold Michigan prediction that would create a nightmare scenario for Ryan Day and Ohio State, while the guys dream up potential playoff matchups involving Alabama, Oregon, USC, Oklahoma, Michigan, Utah, Texas and Texas Tech. Also in this episode: • Lance Taylor's massive Los Angeles Rams collection • Connor's infamous SEC Media Days shaving mishap • Why Lincoln Riley's defenses have held him back • Gary Patterson's potential impact at USC • College football's biggest championship villains • Michigan's sign-stealing controversy • The most pretentious fan base in sports • Bold College Football Playoff predictions Like the video, leave your least-favorite national champion in the comments and subscribe to The Next Round YouTube channel for more college football analysis, SEC coverage, predictions, interviews and episodes of The Connor O'Gara Show. Catch Lance Taylor on The Next Round and listen to the OG Kickoff podcast for more college football discussion. #CollegeFootball #LincolnRiley #USCFootball #USCTrojans #ConnorOGara #LanceTaylor #MichiganFootball #OhioStateFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff #BigTenFootball #CFB #TheNextRound #OGKickoff SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips 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 Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 Big 12 football season is loaded with betting opportunities, so Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman are breaking down the conference from top to bottom! Who should you bet to win the Big 12? Texas Tech enters as the team to beat, but BYU and Utah could challenge the Red Raiders, while Houston offers an intriguing long-shot opportunity. We break down the Big 12 championship odds, season win totals, playoff markets, key schedules, trap teams, and the best dark horse bets. The biggest betting angles include Texas Tech to win the Big 12, BYU to make the College Football Playoff, Iowa State win-total unders, Arizona State under 6.5 wins, Arizona over 7.5 wins, Houston at 15/1 to win the conference, and Bear Bachmeier as a Big 12 Heisman Trophy long shot. Plus, we debate the biggest questions surrounding Texas Tech, BYU and Utah, identify the teams most likely to disappoint, and reveal our complete Big 12 betting cards for the 2026 season. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 CFB Channel Promo - 0:02:44 Big 12 Championship Odds - 0:03:17 Texas Tech Odds - 0:05:38 BYU Odds - 0:12:58 Utah Utes Odds - 0:17:10 BP Premium Giveaway Promo - 0:21:39 Trap Teams and Screaming Unders - 0:22:04 Seth's Fade (Iowa State) - 0:22:27 Bog's Fade (Arizona State) - 0:25:40 Seth's Alt Bet (Arizona State) - 0:28:31 Bog's Alt Bet (Arizona) - 0:30:57 BP App Promo - 0:33:34 Seth's Dark Horse (BYU) - 0:34:06 Bog's Dark Horse (Houston) - 0:35:44 Heisman Trophy Longshot - 0:40:31 Hard Rock Bet - 0:42:10 Betting Card Recap - 0:44:21 Outro - 0:45:19 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Play⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Pick Tracker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/pick-tracking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jim Coyle and Coach Griff for another loaded edition of Indiana Sports Beat Radio as we officially close the book on Big Ten Media Days and turn our attention to the start of fall camp across college football. We'll open the show with Alec Lasley of TheHoosier.com, who joins us for two segments to break down Indiana's biggest takeaways from Big Ten Media Days, Curt Cignetti's message heading into 2026, and the Hoosiers' outlook as preseason camp begins. We'll also discuss Indiana Basketball's foreign tour to Peru, early player evaluations, team chemistry, and what the trip could mean heading into the upcoming season. In the second hour, Zach Osterman of the IndyStar joins us to provide his perspective on Indiana's position within the Big Ten after Media Days. We'll discuss the conference's biggest storylines, preseason expectations, the teams to beat, and why the Hoosiers enter the season with national attention unlike ever before. We'll wrap things up with Bill Bender of The Sporting News as we shift to the national landscape. Topics include the early Heisman Trophy race, conference championship favorites in the Big Ten, SEC, and ACC, College Football Playoff contenders, and the biggest storylines entering preseason camp. With talking season officially over, it's time to find out which teams are truly ready to compete for a championship. Don't miss another packed Friday edition of Indiana Sports Beat Radio, streaming live on the @IndianaSportsBeatRadio YouTube channel from 8:45–10:45 AM ET. It's your destination for Indiana athletics and the biggest stories from around college football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 31, 2026 ~ Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti says the conference could eliminate its football championship game if the College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams. Sports law expert Rick Chyrst discusses the proposal, the impact on college football, and what it would mean for fans, schools, and the conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 31, 2026 ~ Full Show: Kevin tackles a wide range of issues shaping Michigan and the nation. John Sellek joins the show to discuss a new CNN poll suggesting many Americans don't believe President Trump is focused on the country's most pressing problems. Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald weighs in on the sentencing of the father of the 2024 Georgia school shooter and the broader implications for parental accountability. Former Congressman Mike Bishop examines why Texas continues attracting businesses and residents while Michigan struggles to keep pace. Sports attorney Rick Chyrst breaks down the possibility of the Big Ten eliminating its football championship game if the College Football Playoff expands. Matt Friedman discusses Michigan's disappointing 46th-place ranking in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best States rankings, while Republican gubernatorial candidate Michael Bouchard stops by for a campaign update and conversation about the issues facing Michigan voters. Plus, Taylor Vitany shares some of the top events and activities happening around town this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Next teams to make the College Football Playoff who haven't made it yet Arch Manning on throwing to Cam Coleman Back to the future in college football Our 4 Downs presented by Central Alabama Asphalt! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips 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 Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Baker Mayfield's latest comments about his lack of a long-term contract extension from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Texas Head Coach Steve Sarkisian and Rich discuss his expectations for starting QB Arch Manning this season, how the proliferation of NIL money is making college football more and more like the NFL, and how expanding the CFP field would impact the sport's regular season. Rich explains why he's 100% opposed to the College Football Playoff expanding from 12 to 24 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heisman Trophy winner Gino Torretta joins the show to discuss early expectations for the Miami Hurricanes as we approach the season opener vs Stanford.

The landscape of college sports is changing at a breakneck pace, and the Arizona State Sun Devils are keeping pace. Brad Denny sits down with ASU athletic director Graham Rossini for a wide-ranging and in-depth discussion on several key issues including revenue sharing, the dangers of gambling in sports, ASU's non-conference scheduling , College Football Playoff expansion, facility upgrades, Kenny Dillingham, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast 

Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on July 30, 2026. Hour 1 Andrew Gentry, BYU offensive lineman Big Season anticipated for BYU What You May Have Missed Hour 2 Stewart Mandel, editor-in-chief of College Football for the Athletic G, B, & U: NBA inquiry into Clippers, Kawhi Leonard could go into 2027 Positivity toward the BYU football season Hour 3 Alema Harrington, Utah Jazz TV Broadcast Pre Half and Post Jay Hill on taking the Whittingham defense to Ann Arbor Politicians provide clarifications on the Protect College Sports Act Hour 4 Jon Wilner, college football writer for Mercury News, Wilner Hotline Jim Olson, Utah Jazz President Sports Roulette: Former BYU star Taysom Hill says farewell to New Orleans Saints

Hour 3 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Alema Harrington, Utah Jazz TV Broadcast Pre Half and Post Jay Hill on taking the Whittingham defense to Ann Arbor Politicians provide clarifications on the Protect College Sports Act

Ohio State is entering a new era — and not every Buckeyes fan is going to like it.On this edition of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff reacts to Ohio State's massive jersey patch partnership with JPMorgan Chase, reportedly worth approximately $17 million per year across all 36 Buckeyes sports programs.Is the sponsorship a necessary financial weapon in modern college football, or another step toward turning Ohio State uniforms into advertising space?Tito also breaks down Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti's support for exploring a 24-team College Football Playoff. Could an expanded CFP eliminate conference championship games? And as the postseason grows, is the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry losing some of its national championship significance?Plus, Ohio State practice is almost here as the Buckeyes prepare to open training camp and begin their chase for another national title.Subscribe for daily Ohio State football news, analysis and strong Buckeyes opinions from The Buckeyes Daily Blitz on FanStreamSports.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Predicting the College Football Playoff from preseason media polls Bret Bielema takes a shot at the SEC at Big Ten Media Days Notre Dame signs massive deal for jersey patches NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah joins the show! Today's 40-in-40 Team: The Tennessee Volunteers PLUS, our daily 4 Downs presented by Central Alabama Asphalt! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips 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 Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Hosts: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676 Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Hosts: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Hosts: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

The 2026 college football season will be an enormous one for Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans, and their showdown with Ryan Day and the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Coliseum on Halloween will go a long way toward determining whether the Trojans can earn a spot in the College Football Playoff. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Riley about his personal history against Ohio State and the historic rivalry between the Buckeyes and Trojans, and whether this could be the start of a rekindled rivalry. Plus, you'll hear his thoughts about a 24-team College Football Playoff, what it will take to get USC over the hump and into the CFP, and why he's so openly confident about his team this year.

Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to Kirk Ferentz's comments from Big Ten Media Days, debate Iowa's quarterback competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, and break down the latest on the Cy-Hawk Series. Plus, Mr. Movie reviews Christopher Nolan's best films and MORE!

On this episode, we welcome UGA athletic director Josh Brooks to Row Sixty for a wide-ranging conversation about the present and future of Georgia athletics. Josh explains how football's success impacts every UGA sport, what makes Kirby Smart and Georgia's culture different, and how he approaches difficult decisions as athletic director. We also discuss Sanford Stadium's long-term master plan, potential premium seating and expansion, the debate over stadium Wi-Fi, and the difference between NIL and revenue sharing. Josh closes by sharing how Georgia fans can best support student-athletes and why he wants to leave the university stronger for the next generation. We hope you enjoy this episode, and as always, GO DAWGS!   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:39 - Josh Brooks Joins Row Sixty 00:02:46 - Life as an Athletic Director 00:11:19 - Football's Success Impacts Every UGA Sport 00:20:01 - Kirby Smart and the People Behind Success 00:24:47 - Facilities & Sanford Stadium's Future 00:37:30 - Modern College Athletics 00:41:39 - What It Means to Be a Dawg 00:51:19 - Josh's Final Thoughts 00:54:57 - Outro   SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: For just $5/month, you can support our podcast & unlock exclusive perks. Visit https://www.patreon.com/rowsixty & join today!   GET YOUR GAMEDAY GEAR HERE: peachstatepride.com/collections/uga   CONNECT WITH US: Patreon: patreon.com/rowsixty Facebook: facebook.com/rowsixty Instagram: instagram.com/rowsixty TikTok: tiktok.com/@rowsixty YouTube: youtube.com/rowsixty Website: rowsixty.com Store: rowsixty.com/store

Marty and McGee co-host/ESPN senior writer Ryan McGee joins the show! He discusses his expectations for Aggie Football in 2026, possible College Football Playoff expansion, and more!

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the biggest college football news and controversies surrounding 2026 Big Ten Media Days. They break down the escalating Big Ten vs. SEC debate, the future of the College Football Playoff, major trouble for Bill Belichick at North Carolina and Ohio State's historic new jersey sponsorship.0:00 Introduction7:55 Ohio State Notre Dame Jersey patches25:00 Tony Pettiti vs Greg Sankey42:14 Bret Bielema SEC56:15 North Carolina

In this college football podcast episode, we briefly step out of preview mode for a college football news reset. While we were working through the ACC and Big 12, the rest of the sport kept moving, beginning with another strange development at North Carolina. We discuss Mike Lombardi’s reported leave of absence, what it adds to the growing collection of Bill Belichick-era drama in Chapel Hill, and why Tar Heels fans did not exactly greet the news with despair. Then we dig through the most memorable moments from SEC, ACC and Big 12 Media Days. Lane Kiffin contemplates mortality, Jon Sumrall brings an unmistakable level of intensity to Florida, Pat Narduzzi makes another bold conference comparison, and several SEC coaches begin building the case for nine-win College Football Playoff teams. We also consider Greg Sankey’s acknowledgment that conversations about an SEC and Big Ten breakaway are real, even if nobody is quite ready to explain where those conversations might lead. Finally, with fall camps opening around the country, we look at the quarterback competitions worth tracking. What could a freshman starter mean for Tennessee? Is Alabama’s apparent favorite ready to take control? Which uncertain situations at Arkansas, Iowa and elsewhere could reshape an entire season? We also ask how many of these competitions are truly open and how many are exercises in keeping quarterbacks engaged during the transfer portal era. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:55 - Mike Lombardi on leave at UNC9:40 - Favorite Quotes from Media Days31:29 - QB Battles of InterestSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the Big 12 entering its deepest and most competitive season in years? Pete Mundo is joined by College Football News' Pete Fiutak to break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 Big 12 football season.The conversation covers whether Texas Tech has separated itself from the rest of the conference, the league's top coaches and championship contenders, College Football Playoff expectations, and why the conference may be stronger from top to bottom than it's been in years.Subscribe if you are SICK of the SEC and Big Ten BIAS in college football.

I continue my Georgia Football Top-5 series with a breakdown of 5 GAME-CHANGING players that will transform the Bulldogs' College Football Playoff fortunes in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Andrew Jones of Tar Heel 247 assesses the situation in Chapel Hill after UNCs GM was put on administrative leave and a CSC investigation has reportedly begun. Chuck and Heath discuss Big Ten commissioner Tony Pettiti's comments at BIG Ten media days. Drew DeArmond of ESPN 97.7 Huntsville talks Alabama football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana Sports Beat Radio is loaded for Tuesday as Jim Coyle is joined by Coach Griff for two hours of college football and NFL conversation as football season draws closer. Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News joins us for two segments beginning at 9:00 AM ET. With Big Ten Media Days getting underway, Mike helps us break down the biggest storylines surrounding the conference, what we're hearing from coaches and players, and the national college football picture. We'll also turn our attention to the NFL, where training camps are opening and the road to the 2026 season officially begins. At 10:00 AM, Kevin Brockway of the Gainesville Sun joins the show to give us the SEC perspective following SEC Media Days. We'll revisit some of the most interesting comments made by coaches and commentators and examine where those issues intersect with the Big Ten — from conference strength and scheduling to postseason access and the growing debate over the direction of college football. We'll also dive into one of the sport's biggest issues: the future of the College Football Playoff. What should the next CFP model look like? Should the field expand? Should the Big Ten and SEC receive additional automatic bids? And how much influence should the two richest conferences have over the future of the postseason? Throughout the show, Jim Coyle and Coach Griff will fill out the conversation with the latest headlines from around college football, the Big Ten, Indiana athletics and the NFL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Potential Non-Conference upsets that would impact the College Football Playoffs. Today's 40-in-40 Team: The Missouri Tigers PLUS, our daily 4 Downs presented by Central Alabama Asphalt! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips 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 Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on July 27, 2026. Hour 1 Starting Lineup Are the 76ers now favorites in the Eastern Conference? What You May Have Missed Hour 2 College Football Playoffs or bust? G, B, & U: Wife of Chiefs' Eric Bieniemy allegedly shot by couple's son at home + MORE Hour 3 Kurt Helin, NBC Sports and Pro Basketball Talk 78 percent of American’s 1st & 2nd team all conference players transferred to Power 4 schools Can BYU enter the Notre Dame game undefeated? Hour 4 Mike Berardino, Notre Dame writer for South Bend Tribune Eric Kjar, Weber State Football head coach Sports Roulette: Browns' Jerry Jeudy disputes video appearing to show he wants Watson at QB

Hour 2 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. College Football Playoffs or bust? G, B, & U: Wife of Chiefs' Eric Bieniemy allegedly shot by couple's son at home + MORE

Swanny breaks down the SEC's effort to reshape the College Football Playoff conversation, explains why comparing 9–3 teams to 11–1 teams isn't as simple as some claim, and sounds off on Pete Golding's controversial comments about tampering.Plus, exclusive ACC Kickoff interviews with Clemson's Will Heldt and Olsen Patt-Henry, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss the Tigers' 2026 outlook, and Tom Allen shares how Clemson's defense plans to take a major step forward in Year 2.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino share their final thoughts coming from SEC Media Days. Joe and Blake discuss whether Arch Manning is ready to lead Texas to an SEC Championship and College Football Playoff run. They also react to Kalen DeBoer emphasizing that Alabama must improve its rushing attack. Nick Saban also pushed back against claims that the Big Ten has surpassed the SEC after Big Ten programs won three consecutive national championships.

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT welcomes College Football With Sam for an in-depth discussion on everything coming out of SEC Media Days and why the conference's public complaints about scheduling and the College Football Playoff may have damaged its reputation more than helped it. JT and Sam also break down Kentucky's bold new direction under Will Stein, debate whether Notre Dame is being boxed out of the playoff era, explain why Indiana is built to remain a national championship contender under Curt Cignetti, and discuss whether USC, Penn State, and Michigan are the biggest playoff sleepers heading into the 2026 season. All that plus bold Big Ten predictions, coaching evaluations, roster breakdowns, and what could shape the next College Football Playoff race.

Was the outrage over Jon Sumrall's SEC Media Days podium joke completely overblown? And did Kalen DeBoer actually give the most Nick Saban-like answer possible when asked whether his Alabama tenure will be defined by winning a national championship? Jim Dunaway joins Connor O'Gara for Episode 6 of The Connor O'Gara Show to break down the biggest stories and debates coming out of SEC Media Days in Tampa. Connor and Jim discuss the reaction to Jon Sumrall's podium comments, Ryan Silverfield's response, the pressure on sports media personalities to manufacture outrage and which SEC players made the biggest impression in person—including Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown, Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Texas star Arch Manning. The conversation also dives deep into Kalen DeBoer's championship expectations at Alabama, Stephen A. Smith's criticism of DeBoer, Nick Saban's famous “process” mentality and why Alabama could be one of the most unpredictable teams in college football. Jim explains why the Crimson Tide could finish anywhere from 12-0 to 7-5 and why Alabama's front seven remains such a major concern entering the 2026 season. Plus, Connor and Jim discuss the SEC's potential nine-game conference schedule, Greg Sankey's College Football Playoff argument, whether a 9-3 SEC team would receive the benefit of the doubt and how many automatic playoff spots the conference deserves. The episode closes with a conversation about perfect family vacations, Jim's childhood trips to Dauphin Island, becoming a Disney family and Connor's upcoming getaway to Door County, Wisconsin. Like the video, share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more episodes of The Connor O'Gara Show and year-round college football coverage from The Next Round. Topics Include:

Find out which teams could sneak into the 12-team bracket and which chalk programs to fade! Join Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman for their 2026 College Football Playoff picks and predictions. Are the traditional sportsbooks sleeping on the BYU Cougars (+350) to make the playoffs? Do the Ole Miss Rebels (-181) regress and miss the playoffs without Lane Kiffin at the helm? Plus, why are the Boise State Broncos (+600) the best bet to be the G6 representative in the postseason? The Pros share their shocking CFP sleepers and fades! Timestamps (may be off due to ads): Intro - 0:00:00The Futures Factory - 0:02:55The Bracket Crashers - 0:03:11USC To Make The Playoffs (+275) - 0:03:15BYU To Make The Playoffs (+350) - 0:07:11BettingPros Premium Giveaway - 0:13:35The Blue Blood Fades - 0:14:22Texas A&M To Miss The Playoffs (-180) - 0:14:42Ole Miss To Miss The Playoffs (-181) - 0:20:25BettingPros College Football Channel - 0:24:30Best Bets - 0:25:05Seth’s Better Luck Next Year Parlay (+152) - 0:25:18Boise State To Make the Playoffs (+600) - 0:28:48Oklahoma To Make the Playoffs (+220) - 0:31:12Hard Rock Bet - 0:34:19Outro - 0:36:29 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Play⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Pick Tracker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/pick-tracking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2026 College Football Preview; Today's Team of Observation? The Burnt Orange Squad- Texas Longhorns full 629 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:44:11 +0000 c5s1asDXOvSDzq811J5eS6MUU0ISpehI college football,texas longhorns,texas a&m aggies,texas a&m,cfb,aggies,sec media days,arch manning,college football news,texas a&m football,mike elko,longhorns,cfb playoff,ut longhorns,gig em,cfb news,marcel reed,cfb news notes,elko,2026 sec media days,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley college football,texas longhorns,texas a&m aggies,texas a&m,cfb,aggies,sec media days,arch manning,college football news,texas a&m football,mike elko,longhorns,cfb playoff,ut longhorns,gig em,cfb news,marcel reed,cfb news notes,elko,2026 sec media days,sports 2026 College Football Preview; Today's Team of Observation? The Burnt Orange Squad- Texas Longhorns The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley delivers high-energy Houston sports talk built for H-Town fans who want insight with edge. Former NFL quarterback Clint Stoerner teams up with Ron “The Show” Hughley to break down everything that matters in Houston sports — from Texans training camp storylines and NFL playoff races to Astros postseason pushes and Rockets rebuild updates. A must-listen for Houston sports talk, the show blends locker-room perspective, strong opinions and authentic fan energy while covering SEC football, UH hoops, college sports across Texas and the biggest headlines shaping the NFL and MLB. For passionate, informed and locally-focused Houston sports analysis, The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley keeps fans connected to the teams and stories that define the city. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports

In this episode, we continue our 2026 Big 12 preview with the first full batch of team-by-team breakdowns. Texas Tech enters as the reigning conference champion and apparent favorite, but the strange offseason surrounding Brendan Sorsby and Will Hammond has made its path back to the College Football Playoff more complicated than it first appeared. We examine whether the Red Raiders can turn one dominant season into a repeatable model, and whether BYU has enough offensive growth and defensive muscle to finally close the gap. From there, we move into the conference’s crowded and unpredictable middle. What will Kansas State look like with Collin Klein returning to lead the program? Can Dave Aranda and new defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman bring order to the chaos at Baylor before time runs out? We also consider whether Andy Kotelnicki can revive the Kansas offense, whether Brennan Marion’s Go-Go system is the answer for Colorado, and how quickly new regimes at West Virginia and Iowa State can start showing meaningful progress. Plus, we discuss the booming transfer market for competent offensive linemen, the college football equivalent of a veteran left-handed relief pitcher, several dangerous schedule sandwiches, and much more. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro05:30 - Texas Tech Preview20:26 - BYU Preview27:41 - Kansas State Preview36:50 - Baylor Preview47:00 - Kansas Preview52:41 - Colorado Preview59:13 - West Virginia Preview1:02:59 - Iowa State PreviewSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a unique Thursday edition of The Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet as Matt Perrault mixes one MLB wager with two college football futures that could pay off in a big way. Matt explains why Atlanta is his favorite play on today's MLB board and why he believes Alabama and Oklahoma offer outstanding value in the College Football Playoff futures market. If you enjoy daily betting analysis, subscribe, like the video, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The Daily Juice. #SportsBetting #MLBPicks #CollegeFootball #CFB #NationalChampionship #Braves #AlabamaFootball #OklahomaFootball #BestBets #DailyJuice #MattPerrault #HardRockBetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On3's Andy Staples joins The Next Round live from SEC Media Days in Tampa to break down the biggest storylines, pressure points and preseason debates surrounding SEC football heading into the 2026 college football season. Is Alabama being overlooked entering another season under Kalen DeBoer? Andy explains why the Crimson Tide may be flying under the radar and what Alabama must prove to reestablish itself as a legitimate SEC and College Football Playoff contender. Is Andy buying or selling Ole Miss? Can Pete Golding keep the Rebels in the SEC championship conversation, or are expectations getting too high in Oxford? Plus, how much pressure is Steve Sarkisian facing to win immediately at Texas? With championship expectations surrounding the Longhorns, Andy discusses whether anything short of a deep College Football Playoff run would be considered a disappointment. The conversation also turns to new Auburn head coach Alex Golesh and new Florida head coach Jon Sumrall. Will the two rising coaches be compared throughout their tenures?

The Braves close out a series win over the Padres behind another big bat from Drake Baldwin, while Chris Sale and Raisel Iglesias help secure a nail-biter. Pete Davis also dives into EA Sports' simulated College Football Playoff predictions—including surprising snubs for Georgia and Clemson—plus Arkansas' new coach takes aim at the Razorbacks' "loser mentality" and vows a complete culture change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Gabriel Georges is officially a Tennessee Volunteer. Charlie Burris and Zach Reagan react to Tennessee landing one of the biggest recruiting wins of the Josh Heupel era and discuss why DGG could completely change the trajectory of the Vols' program. The guys break down why this commitment is about much more than adding another five-star recruit, how DGG fits into Josh Heupel's evolving offense, and why Tennessee's championship window may be opening sooner than many expected. They also discuss: - Why DGG is viewed as a generational running back prospect - Josh Heupel's biggest recruiting victory at Tennessee - What this means for Faizon Brandon and Tennessee's future offense David Sanders, Tristan Keys and the Vols' young core - How Tennessee can build a championship roster in the NIL and transfer portal era - Why this commitment could be the beginning of something much bigger for the Vols - What does DGG's commitment mean for Tennessee's College Football Playoff hopes over the next few seasons? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, James Weaver and Alex Vigderman dive under the hood of our College Football Playoff Predictor Model. James explains what drives its predictions from a modeling perspective and the nuances of trying to predict what humans are thinking when placing teams into the playoffs. The duo also discusses future enhancements and how the model will be utilized moving forward.Off The Charts features a blend of statistical insights, tactical analysis, and personal opinions, aimed at providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the week's key matchups and the intricacies of the sport. You can follow our content on Twitter at @Football_SIS, on Bluesky at @sportsinfosis.bsky.social and at sportsinfosolutions.com.

Steve and Charlie listened to Florida head football coach Jon Sumrall's Q&A session with reporters at SEC Media Days.

The college football season is almost here, and we're making our early College Football Playoff predictions! Which teams are true national championship contenders? Who won—and lost—the transfer portal? We break down our projected 12-team playoff field and discuss what to expect from the Cincinnati Bearcats this season.Then we turn our attention to the Cincinnati Reds as the trade deadline approaches. We discuss the Chase Burns extension, whether the Reds should lock up Sal Stewart long-term, the latest trade rumors, and tackle the biggest question facing the franchise:Should the Reds trade Hunter Greene?We don't completely agree—and that's where the debate gets interesting.In This Episode

GBag Nation explores Mike Elko's coaching philosophy at Texas A&M and the impact of non-conference scheduling on the College Football Playoff. They are joined by Cowboys analyst John Owning to discuss offensive line development, training camp expectations, and his unique interest in professional sumo wrestling. 01:53 - Football Fix: Mike Elko 07:37 - CeeDee Lamb Top 100 10:53 - Under 25 Talent Rankings 16:59 - Interview With John Owning 29:52 - Sumo Wrestling Analysis 36:16 - Cowboys Twitter: Position Depth

In this special Contacts Coaching Podcast episode, host interviews Gina Lehe, Vice President of Communications at the NCAA, about her path from Stevenson to the University of Arizona, decades in postseason college football (Fiesta Bowl, Rose Bowl, and launching College Football Playoff communications), and joining the NCAA in 2019 just before NIL upheaval, the pandemic, and nonstop crisis communications. Leahy explains how bowl games and CFP operate as separate entities from the NCAA, clarifies that NCAA rules are created by member-driven committees, and describes how a patchwork of state laws and court вмешательства fuels uncertainty around NIL, transfers, and eligibility. She addresses misconceptions like “five and five,” outlines the developing age-based eligibility model, and discusses federal efforts such as the Protect College Sports Act. The conversation also covers House settlement impacts, revenue sharing, protecting Olympic/non-revenue sports, misconceptions in recruiting, and highlights women's championships—especially women's gymnastics—as must-see events.00:00 Podcast Intro Guest00:32 Gina's Path to NCAA02:35 Crisis Comms Era05:01 How Bowl System Works07:36 CFP vs NCAA Explained10:07 NIL Rulemaking Reality16:00 Patchwork Laws and Congress18:24 Eligibility Model Update21:24 Messaging Leaks and Process30:20 House Settlement Fallout36:46 Revenue Share and Alston40:06 Mid Majors And Tiers41:20 Olympic Sports Sustainability43:15 Disparity And Expansion46:07 Accountability And Myths48:27 Media Literacy And Data51:23 NIL Recruiting Myths55:55 D1 Bust Mentality01:01:08 NCAA Success Means Clarity01:02:41 Hidden Gem Championships01:09:04 Leadership Mindset Shifts01:14:18 Closing Reflections

Josh Pate of the Josh Pate College Football Show joins The Next Round live from SEC Media Days in Tampa to break down the biggest storylines surrounding the SEC and the 2026 college football season. Is it truly national championship or bust for programs such as Georgia, Alabama, LSU and Texas? Can Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs continue competing for championships if their quarterback play is solid but less than elite? And after Vanderbilt's recent rise, can Clark Lea and the Commodores prove their success is sustainable and continue raising the floor of the program in Nashville? Josh Pate also shares his perspective on the pressure facing the SEC's top contenders, quarterback expectations across the conference, Vanderbilt's changing identity and much more from SEC Media Days. Topics include: • Josh Pate's biggest takeaways from SEC Media Days • Which SEC teams face national championship-or-bust expectations • Kirby Smart, Georgia football and the Bulldogs' quarterback situation • Whether Georgia needs elite QB play to win another national title • Can Vanderbilt football sustain its recent success? • Clark Lea's progress building the Commodores in Nashville • SEC championship contenders and College Football Playoff expectations • Major storylines entering the 2026 college football season Do not miss this wide-ranging college football conversation with one of the sport's most recognizable voices.

Could the SEC actually break away from the NCAA? On this episode of Last Call, Mick Gillispie and former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker react to Greg Sankey's eye-opening comments from SEC Media Days and discuss why college football's lack of leadership, inconsistent NIL rules and massive financial disparities could eventually lead to a new super-league. The guys examine how a potential SEC and Big Ten breakaway could reshape college football, whether programs like Clemson and Florida State could eventually join the SEC, and why the current system cannot regulate Alabama, Texas, Ohio State and Michigan the same way it regulates smaller athletic departments. Jake also revisits the legendary feud between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher, revealing how personally Fisher took Saban's comments about Texas A&M recruiting. With NIL spending now becoming the standard across college football, does Jimbo's furious response look even worse in hindsight? The conversation then turns to the culture Nick Saban built at Alabama. Jake shares inside stories about the player-led leadership of Jarran Reed, Jonathan Allen, A'Shawn Robinson, Ryan Anderson and other Crimson Tide stars—including how Scott Cochran reportedly broke a second-place trophy to reinforce Alabama's championship-or-bust mentality. Can that type of culture still exist in the transfer portal and NIL era? Plus, Alabama was picked to finish a stunning seventh in the SEC preseason poll. Are Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide being overlooked? Jake breaks down Ryan Grubb's quarterback development, Alabama's loaded QB room, Kane Wommack's defense, concerns about the offensive line and running game, and why the Tide could once again use preseason disrespect as motivation. And, of course, Jake and Mick debate what truly qualifies someone as a “redneck,” complete with stories about Jimbo Fisher, hunting, giant bucks and turkey heads.

The expanded playoff has allowed 20 different teams to make it to a 12-team College Football Playoff over the last 2 years but which programs are most likely to make it to their first appearance this season? Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt tackles that question as he ranks his favorite candidates including teams that made the 4-team Playoff but have yet to make it into the 12-team format like Michigan and LSU as well as programs like USC still looking to make it back to the top of the sport. He also brings in teams from the Big 12 that will have a path to the Playoff like BYU and Arizona and an ACC team that could sneak their way into a win-and-in ACC Championship Game appearance. Chapters 🏈 0:00-3:25 1st time cfp teams in the 12 team format  3:26-7:18 Number 10  7:19-10:32 Number 9  10:33-13:44 Number 8  13:45-16:02 Number 7 1:03-18:34 Number 6 18:35-22:39 Number 5 22:40-27:10 Number 4  27:11-30:09 Number 3 30:10-32:24 Number 2 32:25-38:12 Number 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this college football podcast episode, we finish our three-part preview of the ACC by turning our attention to the defending conference champions and several of the league’s most difficult teams to project. Can Duke keep finding ways to win after another major quarterback change? Does Clemson have a real plan for getting back into the College Football Playoff conversation? And can Louisville once again rebuild its offense around a new transfer quarterback without losing ground near the top of the conference? We also dig into James Franklin’s full-scale reboot at Virginia Tech, Ty’s increasingly dangerous belief in NC State, and a pivotal season for Brent Key at Georgia Tech. With new quarterbacks, rebuilt offensive lines, coordinator changes and transfer portal additions everywhere, how much confidence should we place in recognizable coaches and favorable schedules? Plus, we examine why Cal could become one of the most entertaining teams in college football, whether Syracuse can recover with Steve Angeli back under center, and what Bill O’Brien can realistically build at Boston College. Elsewhere, Dan experiments with performance-enhancing inhalers, Ty launches Bros for Brohm, the Calgorithm gains strength, and we issue another annual warning about hiring Ted Roof. Timecodes:0:00 - Intro4:01 - Duke Blue Devils Preview14:26 - Clemson Tigers Preview25:00 - NC State Wolfpack Preview32:29 - Louisville Cardinals Preview40:22 - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Preview50:36 - Virginia Tech Hokies Preview1:06:02 - Cal Golden Bears Preview1:12:53 - Syracuse Orange Preview1:18:03 - Boston College Eagles Preview1:22:33 - Parting ShotsSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.