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In this college football podcast episode, we're joined by VSiN's Tim Murray for a deep dive into the college football betting landscape ahead of the 2025 season. From Clemson's movement in the futures market to the wide-open nature of this year's championship race, Tim breaks down the key themes, betting strategies, and situational angles that matter most. We explore everything from sandwich spots and letdown games to the art of line shopping and why you should never bet teasers in college football. Tim also shares insights on which teams the pro bettors are targeting, discusses the impact of the transfer portal on betting markets, and reveals his favorite long-shot Heisman bets. Plus, how we'll be incorporating Lorenzo Lamas into our upcoming preview episodes.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro6:43 - Interview with Tim Murray of VSiN1:12:25 - Outtro_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, Ralph Russo from The Athletic joins us to break down the complex College Football Playoff negotiations happening behind closed doors between the Big Ten, SEC and other conferences. Our conversation centers on how the number of SEC conference games is driving the debate, explores the Big Ten's push for automatic qualifiers, and examines why these meetings keep happening without real progress.Ralph explains the power dynamics between Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey, why ESPN might not want playoff expansion, and how Brett Yormark is trying to wedge the SEC away from the Big Ten. Plus, the "reimagined" conference championship weekend, whether a breakaway league is possible, and why this feels like college football's most charged moment since the BCS era.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:02 - The SEC Decision Tree16:19 - Power dynamics: Who's really running these meetings?27:26 - The Unpopularity of SEC & Big Ten Power36:35 - Reporting challenges and ESPN's actual role vs. perception42:08 - The future of playoff expansion and what's next51:19 - Outro and preview season setup_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 Crew breaks down their Dark Horses for the ACC and Big 12. Plus Bud gives us some updates from Elite 11 camp. (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:30) - Elite 11 Update (00:12:00) - CFP Meetings (00:14:30) - ACC Dark Horses (00:39:10) - Big 12 Dark Horses (00:57:00) - G5 Dark Horses 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

Before we can move forward with our 2025 season previews, we need to heal. In this episode, we hold our annual fan therapy session, helping the Verballerhood work through the most traumatic moments from last season. From Notre Dame's shocking loss to NIU (on a first-time visitor's birthday, no less) to the eight-overtime Georgia-Georgia Tech nailbiter, we're confronting the pain head-on.Our listeners shared their deepest college football wounds: Penn State's crushing Orange Bowl interception, Oregon's Rose Bowl shellacking, Oklahoma's punter being its best quarterback, Texas's clutch 4th-and-13 conversion, and so much more. Plus: relationship drama intersecting with Texas State and Michigan State fandom.Let's process the beautiful agony of this sport before preview season begins. Consider this your exposure therapy in advance of 2025.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:49 - Upcoming previews & explaining Fan Therapy7:25 - Notre Dame's loss to NIU13:25 - Florida State and Oklahoma State bottoming out14:17 - Arkansas trauma18:28 - Georgia vs Georgia Tech 8-overtime game21:53 - The Backyard Brawl (Pitt vs West Virginia)27:08 - The Calgorithm and the Cal vs Miami game30:30 - Miami football being trauma adjacent39:50 - Penn State trauma moments42:28 - Michigan State fan (and relationship) trauma44:32 - Oregon's Rose Bowl loss to Ohio State48:08 - Oklahoma's offensive trauma52:31 - Arizona State gives up a 4th & 13 in the Peach Bowl58:25 - Texas trauma via Jack Sawyer1:01:12 - Texas A&M trauma1:03:46 - Texas State losing to Sam Houston in a restarted rivalry1:06:10 - BYU's wild loss to Kansas1:06:36 - Minnesota vs North Carolina opening game trauma1:07:47 - Rutgers' schedule and struggles1:08:12 - Tulane's lost playoff opportunity1:09:04 - Quick rundown of other team traumas (LSU, Washington, Ohio State, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Louisville)1:12:14 - Purdue fan trauma from Notre Dame game1:13:40 - Wrap up and preview of upcoming episodes_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, we dive deep into the weird world of college football message boards, courtesy of our friends at Message Board Geniuses (@BoardGeniuses). From Clemson fans proposing eminent domain to control TV broadcasts, to Vanderbilt wondering if its players are too smart for football, to Florida State fans suggesting they'd recruit better without a head coach at all. Plus: Are Georgia's out-of-state intellectuals ruining the fan experience? What's the emergency coaching protocol when things go sideways in March? And we wrap up with the latest Connor Stallons developments that still have Michigan and Ohio State message boards at each other's throats.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction09:27 - Clemson fan claims eminent domain16:12 - Baylor fan is ready for more conference realignment22:54 - Oregon fan wants more recruiting accountability30:59 - Vandy fan wonders if players are too smart34:30 - Georgia fan is tired of New Jersey braniacs34:13 - Florida State fans are ready to fire Mike Norvell50:50 - Michigan-Ohio State tensions over Connor Stalions investigation01:01:05 - Closing thoughts_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Special edition of the Dave Campbell's College Football Podcast. Host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven are joined by On3's Ari Wasserman. (INTRO - 10:15) It's a damn good time to be a Longhorns fan. How Steve Sarkisian built Texas into a title contender. (10:15 – 12:50) Death of the Super Team (12:50 – 16:15) Why CFB offseason sucks (16:15 – 23:00) How does Texas A&M become what they should? How good is Marcel Reed? (23:00 – 31:30) Is SMU the third best job in Texas? (31:30 – 40:00) What is Texas Tech's long term strategy. Did Joey McGuire's expectations just change? (40:00 – 41:40) Ari gives Craven fatherhood advice (41:40 – 50:15) Why is the regular season watered down? (50:15 – 59:20) Ari's best bets (59:20 – END) Why are people so scared to say Arch will be good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this college football podcast episode, we dive deep into Florida Gators football with David Waters from Gators Breakdown. What are the vibes among Florida diehards around Billy Napier going into Year 4? Is DJ Lagway fully healthy and how has his emergence impacted the program? Did the Gators take the right approach when balancing the transfer portal with high school recruiting? What clicked for the Florida defense down the stretch? And realistically, what are expectations given a brutal schedule?00:00 - Introduction03:24 - David Waters from Gators Breakdown04:00 - Spring vibe check for Florida fans05:00 - DJ Lagway's health status and shoulder situation08:00 - Breaking down Florida's 8-5 season and late momentum10:14 - What clicked for the defense down the stretch?12:25 - Ron Roberts' impact on the defense13:51 - Player development vs. transfer portal21:03 - Offensive line development25:03 - Will Billy Napier open up the offense?30:53 - DJ Lagway's off-field impact on recruiting and retention34:32 - Scott Stricklin's desire for stability38:49 - Florida's player personnel formula42:46 - Schedule breakdown and realistic expectations51:36 - Closing Thoughts_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Kurtz and Cole Manbeck are joined by Wildcat NIL ambassador Curry Sexton to break down what the House Settlement means for K-State, how it will impact college athletics as a whole, and more!—We are living in the Good Ole Days (celebrate accordingly!) https://shopkcsn.com/  —The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id...Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...—Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetworkChiefsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetworkWebsite - www.kcsn.com

In this college football podcast episode, we chat with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman about the little-known, high-stakes draft process by which Fox, CBS and NBC pick the Big Ten games that each will air this season. Learn about the insane preparation, strategy, negotiations, and decisions that shape our TV experience every fall. Plus, some insight into the Big Ten's playoff positioning strategy, why the conference is pushing for four automatic CFP bids, and more.Check out Scott's reporting on the TV draft (https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6389813/2025/05/29/big-ten-football-tv-schedule-draft-fox-nbc-cbs/) and the Big Ten's push for automatic bids (https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6398844/2025/06/03/big-ten-cfp-automatic-bids/)Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction04:20 - Scott Dochterman from The Athletic explains the TV game draft11:30 - Network strategies: Fox vs CBS vs NBC18:00 - Surprising discoveries while reporting the story23:51 - The "Big Noon Saturday" product27:12 - Lessons learned from previous scheduling mistakes31:42 - Buyer's remorse over bad matchups36:15 - TV draft crushes38:25 - The sophisticated preparation process42:13 - Is there corporate espionage?44:45 - Big Ten's push for automatic CFP bids52:05 - Closing thoughts_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TheWolverine.com's Clayton Sayfie and Anthony Broome discuss early Vegas point spreads for Michigan football vs. New Mexico, Nebraska and Ohio State. They then give their opinions on if ESPN's FPI projections for the Wolverines are too high, too low or just right. They preview Michigan's committee on infractions hearing with the NCAA, before switching gears to basketball. They discuss head coach Dusty May's podcast interview with Brian Boesch, giving the highlights and their analysis. Estimated time stamps for each topic are below:(00:00) - Intro(1:20) - Early Vegas point spreads for three games(18:17) - 2025 Michigan Football Preview Magazine(19:19) - Are the computers right about Michigan?(28:48) - NCAA Committee On Infractions hearing this week(33:35) - The best of Dusty May on 'Defend The Block'Don't miss out on The Wolverine's 2025 Michigan Football Preview magazine — it's our annual 160-page glossy yearbook, and this year will be our 37th year of publication. Preorder your copy before June 16 and get free shipping! On3 subscribers get even greater savings. Go online to order at: https://bit.ly/um-show   Get all of your Michigan football, basketball and recruiting news on The Wolverine Podcast

Welcome to the REBRANDED Dave Campbell's College Football Podcast! New name, same hustle by host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven. (2:40 – 4:05) Why we rebranded. (4:05 – 20:45) Was the Big 12 right to fight for a 5 AQ + 11 At Large CFP model? (20:45 – 45:00) Drafting the most intriguing players in 2025 including Arch Manning, Micah Hudson and Conner Weigman (46:00 – END) Ranking the Top 5 Texas QBs . How do Arch, Behren Morton, Kevin Jennings, Sawyer Robertson and Josh Hoover stack up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you miss us? It's that time of year. Antony and Ryan are packing their belongings, saying goodbye to home, and getting ready to embark on another adventure into the land of College Football as they embark on their Super Senior season covering all issues CFB!There's new players to be found, new teams to court intrigue, and a whole new world to explore! On today's show we will be; . Looking at the 30 teams in the FBS teams that are sporting new Head Coaches in 2025 and casting a glance towards to the fits that most intrigue us . Searching for the (potential) best EDGE rushing duos in the nation . Taking a look at some of our dark horse candidates to make the College Football PlayoffsAnd of course we will be taking any and all questions from the live audience so if you have a player your interested in, a team you want us to highlight, a position group you want to know more about, fire away with your questions and we are at your disposal.Join us for the 5th year running as we return to College! Explicit Language is in this Podcast.Join our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/Jw7tWfCnqNFacebook page: @RoarothelionsukFacebook group: Detroit Lions Fans UK One Pride World WideTwitter: @ROTL_UKInstagram: @ROTL.UKTwitch: rotl_ukYouTube: Roar Of The Lions UKWebsite: Rotluk.com (new merch store available via website)

It's time for the June Q&A. In this college football podcast episode, we explore an unholy dilemma posed by a college football wizard, debate whether the Big Ten's middle tier is really superior to the Big 12, and predict which coaches might be on the hot seat in 2025. Plus, we discuss a popular Nick Saban hypothetical, brainstorm creative revenue solutions for schools facing new player compensation costs, and rank college football programs as early 2000s pop punk bands.Timecodes:0:00 - Intro03:00 - The CFB Memory Wizard10:00 - Big 12 vs the World24:00 - Nick Saban's Coaching Ceiling31:00 - Teams as early 2000s Pop Punk Bands36:00 - The Coaching Hot Seat42:00 - Late Game Viewing Struggles49:00 - Creative CFB Revenue Generators1:01:00 - West Coast Travel TipsA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Once again, there is drama as the SEC and Big Ten In this college football podcast episode, we recap the drama surrounding the SEC, Big Ten and the shape of the College Football Playoff moving forward into 2026 and beyond. As SEC officials meet in Florida this week, a debate rages on: Does the league push through a CFP format that benefits the sport's two most powerful conferences, or does it endorse a model that simply expands upon the current setup? We summarize the events of the last week and offer some thoughts on what might happen next.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction2:39 - Summary of the last week of Big Ten and SEC moves36:34 - Our thoughts on the future of the CFPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back with their mailbag episode, Answering all your questions surrounding the college football world. (00:00:00) - Intro     (00:00:40) - College Football '26 Fan Questions (00:04:00) - SEC Spring Meetings Reaction   (00:11:05) - Bryce Underwood Expectations  (00:14:00) - CFP Seeding Updates  (00:21:00) - Ties in College Football   (00:25:00) - NFL Announcers Calling CFB Games   (00:29:35) - Missouri CFP?   (00:35:00) - Least Talked About CFP Contenders   (00:39:00) - Returning Production   (00:50:00) - CFB Hall Of Fame   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

In this episode, we touch base with Ben Jones to make sense of the lofty expectations for Penn State football ahead of the 2025 season. Could this really be the top team in the country? Are fans being fair to Drew Allar? Who's to blame for the late of WR production? How will the addition of Jim Knowles impact the Nittany Lion defense? Did James Franklin get the monkey off his back by winning two CFP games? And will the construction at Beaver Stadium effect the home field environment in Happy Valley?A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, we touch base with Manny Navarro of The Athletic to discuss the trajectory of the Miami Hurricanes after three years under Mario Cristobal. What are expectations in 2025? Can the defense be fixed? What's the overall vision for the program? How will the offense look with Carson Beck instead of Cam Ward? And how close is the "U" to fully recapturing its old swagger?A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down their Coach Rankings. The guys quickly break down the latest news around the college football world before discussing their coaching rankings. (00:00:00) - Intro    (00:01:30) - Best Coaching Move Ever Seen   (00:08:00) - Potential Changes To CFP for 2025 Season    (00:16:30) - Recruiting Headlines Of Note  (00:25:30) - Coach Rankings Preview    (00:43:50) - More Coach Rankings  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

After a two-year hiatus, we're reviving one of our favorite concepts. In this episode, we pitch the future prospects of teams and players to our pool of sharks -- err, “Sarks” -- and make the case for why each is worth an emotional investment. Featuring special guest Sark: Andy Staples from On3, we pop the hood on North Carolina, Texas Tech, Wisconsin, Auburn and Florida State in addition to Carson Beck's situation at Miami and the beginning of the Dante Moore era at Oregon.Timecodes:0:00 - Sark Tank Intro6:02 – North Carolina14:04 – Texas Tech24:09 – Wisconsin36:41 – Carson Beck46:42 – Auburn55:32 – Dante Moore1:03:17 – Florida StateA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time for our monthly Q&A. In today's episode, we field questions from the Verballerhood about Nick Saban's role in saving college football from itself, the effect of NIL on "elite" teams, the prospect of a 9-game SEC schedule and a Group of Five playoff, how college football compares to international soccer, and the potential of birthing a good luck charm for your favorite team.00:00 - Intro02:20 - Exciting Things About the New Season15:54 - Watching Auburn with a Newborn21:34 - Nick Saban & the College Sports Commission35:53 - NIL-Induced parity43:05 - A Group of Five Playoff50:20 - College Football Fans vs. Soccer FansA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, we're joined by Eddie Radosevich from SoonerScoop.com to get a sense for the vibes at Oklahoma ahead of the 2025 college football season. Is this the offseason when Brent Venables harnessed his inner cutthroat? What's to blame for the Sooners' lousy offense last season and how big an impact will John Mateer, Jadyn Ott and Ben Arbuckle have? And, after one year, is Oklahoma still happy it joined the SEC?(00:00) - IntroDan and Ty introduce the episode, setting the stage for a vibe check on Oklahoma football with Eddie Radosevich.(04:46) - Brent Venables' Evolution and Coaching ChangesEddie discusses Venables' growth as a head coach, the hiring of Ben Arbuckle, Jim Nagy's GM role, and the defense coordinator shift, addressing fan concerns about his progress.(11:23) - Oklahoma's New Offense: Mateer, Arbuckle, and OttEddie details the revamped offense with John Mateer, Ben Arbuckle's system, Jadyn Ott's addition, and young receivers like Zion Kearney, plus the offensive line's potential improvement.(15:44) - 2024's Offensive WoesEddie breaks down the 2024 offensive failures, citing injuries, poor play-calling, Jackson Arnold's struggles, and lack of quarterback coaching as shared culprits.(22:20) - Team Culture and SEC TransitionEddie highlights Oklahoma's strong off-field culture, fan expectations, and the sobering lessons from their 2024 SEC debut, with a tough 2025 schedule looming.(30:17) - Standout Spring PerformancesEddie shares notable spring developments, including Javonnie Gibson's injury, Kendal Daniels' versatility, and defensive prospects like David Stone.(38:01) - Late-Game ConfidenceEddie expresses unease about Oklahoma's late-game execution, citing past failures and uncertainties with new kickers Tate Sandell and Austin Welch.(42:36) - Oklahoma's NIL and Collective LandscapeEddie evaluates OU's NIL efforts, the One Oklahoma collective, and how they stack up against SEC giants like Texas and LSU.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew breaks down the latest news around the college football world before discussing the biggest moves of the spring portal window. (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:01:40) - Repeat Conference Champions  (00:09:30) - Presidential Commission on College Football (00:14:20) - Cam Rising Retires  (00:17:20) - Soccer Question   (00:22:00) - Biggest Spring Portal Moves    (00:41:00) - 2025 Regression   (00:48:20) - Group of Five First Year Coaches  (00:51:20) - Notre Dame-Clemson  (00:55:00) - Unranked to AP Top 10  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

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around the college football world. Michigan suspends Sherrone Moore for 2 games, Notre Dame & Clemson agree to 12-year annual series and more. Plus the boys review year 1 for the 2023-24 hires. (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:10) - Tom's Old Man Take (00:02:40) - Baseball Unwritten Rules (00:08:40) - Sherrone Moore Suspension (00:16:00) - Notre Dame-Clemson 12-year Series (00:22:20) - Reviewing Year One For 2023-24 hires - SEC (00:39:15) - Reviewing Year One For 2023-24 hires - Big Ten (00:57:55) - Reviewing Year One For 2023-24 hires - ACC (01:02:00) - Reviewing Year One For 2023-24 hires - Big 12 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

In this college football podcast episode, Dan is joined by ESPN's Bill Connelly to dive into the mysterious world of college football luck—turnovers, close games, and injuries—that shaped 2024 and could define 2025. From Clemson's run to Auburn's bad breaks, Bill talks through the numbers and what they mean for teams ranging from Alabama to UCF. Plus, a deep dive into Clemson's top-five potential, the chaotic state of the sport, and Bill's upcoming book, Forward Progress. Plus, Bill's Japan travel tips, from Kit Kats to Kyoto.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:05 - Luck in 2024 College Football: Clemson, Auburn, Alabama, and More25:29 - Clemson's 2025 Outlook: Top-Five Hype or Bust?30:40 - Predictive Metrics and the Chaos of Modern CFB31:47 - Bill's Book: Forward Progress and CFB's Future42:29 - Is CFB Too Far Gone for Unity?50:28 - Bill's Japan Trip: Tokyo, Kyoto, and Kit KatsKey Topics DiscussedDefining Luck in College Football: Explore Bill's methodology for quantifying turnover luck, close-game outcomes, and injury luck in 2024.Clemson's Fortunate 2024: Discuss Clemson's extreme turnover luck, returning production, and why Bill hesitates on their top-five hype for 2025.Auburn and Alabama's Bad Breaks: Analyze Auburn's catastrophic close-game losses and Alabama's unlucky 2024, with potential for 2025 rebounds.UCF and Washington's Turnaround Potential: Highlight UCF and Washington as teams that underperformed statistically but could surge in 2025.Injury Luck and Lineup Stability: Examine how teams like Penn State and Purdue's roster stability (or lack thereof) impacted their seasons.The Future of College Football: Dive into Bill's book, Forward Progress, and the structural issues—realignment, TV contracts, and no commissioner—driving CFB's chaos.Jim Delany's Role in Modern CFB: Debate whether Delany, as Big Ten commissioner, set the stage for today's superconferences and realignment.Bill's Japanese Adventure: Get Bill's tips for Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, plus weird Kit Kats.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, Michael Felder (Bleacher Report, Stadium, Substack, et al) joins the show to give his perspective of Bill Belichick's first few months as head coach at North Carolina. Felder, given his proximity to the UNC community as a former player and alum has thoughts on the hire itself, the current distractions involving the head coach's girlfriend Jordon Hudson, his CBS interview, and much more.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back with their mailbag episode, answering all your questions! (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:00) - CFB Horse Names (00:07:10) - Conference All-Star Games  (00:09:30) - NFL Draft Mailbag Question  (00:17:50) - Arch Manning & Quinn Ewers  (00:24:50) - Favorite CFB Jerseys  (00:38:50) - CBB vs. CFB Portal Issues   (00:42:00) - Ian Schieffelin (00:46:00) - Josh Hoover  (00:48:15) - USF  (00:51:40) - Cover 3 GM Jobs   (00:56:30) - NFL Draft Beer 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

Let's give knee-jerk reactions to Andy Staples' way-too-early, post-spring top 25. In this episode, we examine Andy's rankings and debate the case for Texas as the preseason No. 1 team, get a little to excited for Clemson, discuss the downside for Notre Dame and Penn State, try to make sense of Alabama and Georgia, and pick out some unranked sleepers. Who's too high, who's too low? Plus, some final thoughts on the 2025 NFL Draft a quick look at PFF's early big board for the season ahead.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro & Post NFL Draft Thoughts11:10 - Andy Staples' Way-Too-Early, Post-Spring Top 2553:19 - PFF's 2026 Big Board

Let's close out the week on a fun note with a game of college football trivia, henceforth known as JeoparDedeWestbrook. In this college football podcast episode, Dan realizes his eventual fate and plays an affable game show host asking Ty a series of increasingly esoteric questions about college football and, eventually, the lore of the podcast itself. Then, Ty flips the script and tests Dan's acumen at naming player alma maters. A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the podcast on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around the college football world. The guys break down the Tennessee-UCLA QB swap, Discuss fallout from the CFP meetings and preview the 2025 NFL Draft. (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:40) - Tennessee-UCLA QB Swap (00:15:15) - Madden Iamaleava To UCLA (00:21:00) - Transfer Portal Buzz (00:29:00) - CFP Meetings (00:41:22) - NFL Draft Preview 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

Let's dive into the wild world of college football's transfer portal with Pete Nakos, On3's transfer portal reporter extraordinaire. In this college football podcast episode, Pete pulls back the curtain on the high-stakes drama of the Nico Iamaleava saga, the constant bartering behind the scenes, and the evolving landscape of NIL and roster management. From coaches reclaiming power to the stress on players and parents, Pete shares insider insights on how the portal is reshaping the sport and much more.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro13:40 - Pete Nakos Interview

It's time for our annual NFL Draft preview! In this college football podcast episode, we welcome back Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports for an in-depth look at this year's class. Can Cam Ward's "jazz player" style translate to the pros? Where do Shedeur Sanders and Riley Leonard fit in this QB class? What trends are emerging while evaluating college tape? Who are Nate's pet players, and who are the "Purple Chips" in this year's Draft. Plus, Ty looks for advice for the New York Giants and Dan debuts "The Shania Line."

The Cover 3 crew is back for their mailbag episode answering all your questions. Plus the latest reports on Nico Iamaleava to UCLA. (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:01:40) - Alabama's Defense   (00:06:00) - Nico to UCLA (00:10:30) - Transfer Portal Buzz  (00:31:00) - Live Chat Questions   (00:33:50) - Lee Corso Moment   (00:38:00) - More Live Chat Questions  (00:44:00) - Rules Updates   (00:50:50) - Josh Cribbs Kent State   (00:00:00) - Final Live Chat Questions  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

Chip Patterson and Tom Fornelli are here for an instant reaction to the news that Nico Iamaleava will be transferring to UCLA. (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:30) - Nico Iamaleava To UCLA  (00:16:30) - Joey Aguilar's Future (00:17:40) - Tennessee's Future  (00:20:40) - More on Nico to UCLA   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

In this episode, we tackle the breaking news of Nico Iamaleava transferring from Tennessee after an (alleged) failed NIL renegotiation. Now, Nico's looking for a new home, and the Vols are suddenly in the market for a quarterback ahead of the 2025 season. We break down what went wrong, where he might land, and whether Tennessee could turn its sights toward a Big 12 starter.Later, John Kurtz from The John Kurtz Show and the Open For Business newsletter joins the show to preview Kansas State's 2024 season, the development of quarterback Avery Johnson, and share broader thoughts on how the Big 12 fits into an increasingly chaotic college football landscape.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us for an electrifying conversation with Jason Benetti, the uber talented Fox Sports college football broadcaster and voice of the Detroit Tigers. In this episode, Jason takes us behind the scenes of his career, from calling the quirky ESPN Ocho events to mastering the art of CFB play-by-play. We discuss how he builds chemistry with analysts, navigates the chaos of live broadcasts, and finds the perfect balance between preparation and in-the-moment storytelling. Take a peek behind the curtain as Jason takes us inside the world of college football broadcasting, two-minute "timeouts", covered bridges in Oregon, Sean McDonough impressions, and what broadcasting has in common with comedy.Key Topics DiscussedJason Benetti's Broadcasting Career: Follow Jason's journey from quirky ESPN Ocho events to his role as a top-tier Fox Sports broadcaster and Detroit Tigers voice.Mastering College Football Play-by-Play: Learn how Jason perfects the art of calling fast-paced college football games with precision and flair.Chemistry with Analysts: Discover Jason's secrets to building instant rapport with analysts and enhancing live broadcasts.Navigating Live Broadcast Challenges: Explore the chaos of live sports commentary, from delayed monitors to unexpected moments, and how Jason keeps it smooth.Preparation vs. Spontaneity: Understand how Jason strikes a balance between meticulous prep and reacting to the game as it unfolds.Unique Storytelling Nuggets: Hear about Jason's love for specific details, like Oregon's covered bridges, that bring broadcasts to life.The Sean McDonough Impression: Learn the secret to impersonating Sean McDonough and, really, anyone.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time for our April Q&A, driven by your questions. In this episode, we wonder when college football becomes too much like the NFL? What does Arch Manning need to accomplish to live up to the hype? How does the Bryce Underwood Hype Train compare to others? Who were the biggest losers with the new playoff format? What's your ideal overtime format? Which two coaches would you want with you on a deserted island? And, most importantly, do you consider mermaids to be humans or fish?A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How close is USC football to turning the corner? In this episode, we welcome back USCFootball.com's Ryan Abraham to break down the Trojans' transition into the Big Ten, why Lincoln Riley's offense faltered in 2024, and whether the defensive gains under D'Anton Lynn are real or illusion. We dive into the quarterback situation, the evolving recruiting strategy under Chad Bowden, and the vibes around the program heading into a crucial 2025 season.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back with their mailbag episode to break down all your questions. (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:00) - House Settlement   (00:16:20) - Cover 3 Most Athletic Memories   (00:21:10) - Smaller Budget Teams if they had a larger budget (00:25:30) - Underserved Location for CFB  (00:31:00) - Best HS Recruiting Year (00:44:10) - Mike Norvell, Dan Mullen  (00:48:44) - Billionaire Donation to Toledo   (00:54:10) - Ranking QBs who started in 2024 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

No April Fools' Day around these parts! We're back with latest news around college football, as Stanford has a new (interim) coach, Deion Sanders has a new contract, Coastal Carolina has a new concessions policy, and spring football has to wait another year to fully plunge into intersquad scrimmages. Plus, some early QB rumors at places like Michigan, Oklahoma and Alabama.Key Topics Discussed:Stanford's Coaching Carousel: Troy Taylor's firing after allegations of misconduct leaves Stanford in flux, with GM Andrew Luck appointing Frank Reich as interim coach. We unpack the unique power structure at Stanford and what it means for recruiting and rebuilding the program.Deion Sanders' Colorado Cash-In: Coach Prime secures a five-year, $54 million extension, making him the fourth highest-paid coach in college football. We debate whether Colorado's portal-heavy strategy is working and if it can sustain success post-Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders.Spring Game Shenanigans: The NCAA shuts down Deion Sanders' and Fran Brown's bid for a spring scrimmage, citing timing and recruiting concerns. We explore the idea's potential to shake up spring football and why it might still have legs.Coastal Carolina's Free Food Play: Coastal Carolina becomes the first FBS school to offer unlimited free concessions—hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, and drinks—to ticket holders. Is this a savvy move to boost attendance or a risky experiment?Gary Danielson's Farewell: CBS announcer Gary Danielson is stepping away after 2025, with Charles Davis taking the mic. We reflect on Danielson's SEC legacy and the changing soundscape of college football broadcasts.Quarterback Battles Heating Up: From Colorado's Kaidon Salter vs. Julian Lewis to Michigan's Bryce Underwood quick rise, Alabama's three-way race, and Notre Dame's CJ Carr, we dig into the spring QB buzz.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan's soaking up the California sun, so Ty's flying solo with Extra Points' Matt Brown to unpack the wild business side of college football. From the House settlement's $20M payouts to EA Sports' CFB 25 windfall and Matt's adventure sponsoring the Extra Points Bowl, they dive into the cash, chaos, and novelty jackets (hopefully) shaping the sport. Plus, what's the next big asteroid headed towards college sports?Key Topics Discussed:House settlement unleashed: Schools can now shell out $20 million to athletes—Matt breaks down how it's not quite revenue sharing and what it means for rosters.Rise of the College GM: From NFL vets to Excel wizards, schools scramble to master roster chaos, while some, like Kirby Smart, aren't sold on the idea.EA Sports' windfall: College Football 25 crushed sales, boosted smaller schools, and sparked sequel hype.Extra Points Bowl: Matt's D3 bowl saga—blue jackets, teary dads, and a trophy too small but full of heart.Asteroids ahead: Employee status and higher ed funding cuts—Ted Cruz and Congress could rewrite the rules.Sign up for Matt's Extra Points newsletter today at: https://www.extrapointsmb.comA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/the-upset-bracket-part-2/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back with their mailbag episode breaking down your questions! (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:00:30) - MLB Opening Day  (00:06:20) - Gary Danielson Retires  (00:16:20) - Sabotaging Rivals   (00:26:20) - Gunner Stockton on Carson Beck (00:30:00) - Creating the Best CFB School  (00:40:00) - Going Pro in Any Sport  (00:45:10) - Worst QB To Win a Title in last 25 years (00:51:30) - Dad Advice   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

Are you ready for some football talk that's as refreshing as an ice-cold beer? Look no further than the Pint Glass Football Podcast! Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon bring their unique takes on the latest NFL and College Football news. Now proud members of The Radcast Network, they're reaching even more football fans while continuing to deliver in-depth analysis, game breakdowns, NFL Draft coverage, guest interviews with top football media professionals, and expert betting picks for both the NFL and College Football. So grab a cold one and join the conversation—this isn't your average football podcast!

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around the college football world. The boys discuss Stanford Firing Troy Taylor and Which Spring scrimmages the guys would like to see. (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:00:30) - Tournament Talk  (00:04:00) - Troy Taylor Fired  (00:26:30) - Spring Scrimmages  (00:42:00) - Cover 3 Mailbag  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

The upset bracket showdown concludes! In Part 2, we dive into the wildest college football upsets of 2022 and 2023, from Marshall's stunning takedown of Notre Dame to Colorado's shocker over TCU in Deion's first game. We then debate the Final Four, crowning the ultimate chaos king of the last four seasons. Packed with rivalry drama, Cinderella stories, and cottage cheese metaphors, this episode is your March Madness fix for college football fans. Who's your champ? Let us know!Chapters:0:00 - Intro4:03 - 2023 Region30:36 - 2022 Region1:01:58 - Final FourKey Topics Discussed:Marshall stuns Notre Dame (2022): A Sun Belt squad invades South Bend, topples the Irish, and sparks Marcus Freeman doubts—complete with a viral Ty rant.Colorado shocks TCU (2023): Deion Sanders' debut ignites a media firestorm as the Buffs outgun the national runners-up in a Week 1 shootout.App State humbles Texas A&M (2022): A G5 giant slays a loaded Aggies rost in Kyle Field, in a game that helped lead to Jimbo Fisher's ouster a year later.South Carolina's epic twofer (2022): Shane Beamer's Gamecocks crush Tennessee and Clemson, two CFP hopefuls, on back-to-back weeks.New Mexico State dominates Auburn (2023): Diego Pavia's legend grows as the Aggies thrash an SEC foe in a $1.85M buy-game beatdown.Duke stuns Clemson (2023): Riley Leonard and a gritty Blue Devils defense throttle the Tigers 28-7 on Labor Day night, ending a top-10 drought since 1989 and boosting Mike Elko's A&M profile.Virginia topples North Carolina (2023): A 2-5 Cavaliers squad shocks the #10 Tar Heels 31-27 in Chapel Hill, derailing a 6-0 start and igniting the slow unraveling of Mack Brown's tenure.Tulane edges Kansas State (2022): Michael Pratt's Green Wave grinds out a 17-10 rock fight in Manhattan, upsetting a favored Wildcats squad, which was the cherry on top of a 12-2 season.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/the-upset-bracket-part-2/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the top 2025 quarterback battles. (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:00:30) - Tournament Talk  (00:08:30) - Top Quarterback Battles (00:13:30) - Ohio State QB Battle  (00:19:10) - Michigan QB Battle  (00:26:10) - Oregon QB Battle  (00:31:00) - Notre Dame QB Battle  (00:38:00) - Alabama QB Battle  (00:45:50) - Georgia QB Battle   (00:51:30) - Colorado QB Battle  (00:56:45) - Rapid Fire QB Battles 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

Let's take a stroll down memory lane and discuss some of the wildest upsets over the last few seasons! In Part 1 of this two-part episode, and in honor of March Madnes, we unveil our Upset Bracket, pitting the biggest stunners from 2024 and 2021 against each other. From Michigan's improbable triumph over Ohio State to Kansas' overtime insanity against Texas, we break down the chaos, the stakes, and the moments that left fans speechless. Which upsets should be in our Final Four?Key Topics:Michigan's 2024 upset over Ohio State: How a limited Wolverines squad stunned the eventual national champs in Columbus, with a huge point spread and a Sicario-inspired vibe.Kansas' 2021 OT thriller vs. Texas: A 57-point explosion from a 2-10 Jayhawks team that humiliated the Longhorns in Austin—third-string QB heroics included!Vandy's historic takedown of #1 Alabama in 2024: Diego Pavia and the Commodores rewrite 40 years of history, complete with goalpost-tossing madness.Northern Illinois stuns Notre Dame in 2024: A MAC team's gritty road win over the Irish—a "ticker game" that defied a near-30-point line.Stanford's OT gut punch to #3 Oregon in 2021: A 3-9 Cardinal team derails the Ducks' season in a lifeless Stanford Stadium.Jacksonville State's takedown of Florida State in 2021: How a loss against an FCS program nearly upended Mike Norvell's rebuild.Bowling Green's upset on the road against Minnesota in 2021: The Falcons overcame a 30+ point spread to dump the Gophers in Minneapolis.Bubble upsets and honorable mentions: Kentucky over Ole Miss, Kennesaw State's FBS debut win, and more chaos that almost made the cut.Chapters:0:00 - Intro10:14 - 2024 Region43:10 - 2021 RegionA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/march-qa-part-1-georgias-cracks-clemsons-culture-and-the-next-indiana/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, we dig into a very specific list of ailments for 10 college football teams. From Illinois' third-down struggles to USC's late-game woes, we diagnose teams' glaring issues from 2024—including Wisconsin's explosiveness, Colorado's run game, Air Force's slip—and their 2025 cures.0:00 - Intro6:11 - Illinois13:14 - Wisconsin20:12 - Colorado25:41 - Kansas State30:57 - Arkansas34:23 - Texas Tech41:59 - USC49:35 - Virginia Tech55:52 - Wake Forest58:04 - Air Force**Key Topics Discussed**Illinois' Third-Down BluesIllinois shined in 2024, but abysmal third-down defense (100s nationally) left wins on the table—new DL transfers from Wisconsin aim to boost havoc and get off the field.Wisconsin's Explosion DeficitWisconsin's offense fizzled (bottom 5 in explosiveness)—injuries (Tyler Van Dyke) and a mismatch with Phil Longo sank chunk plays; Jeff Grimes and Billy Edwards Jr could provide a spark.Colorado's Run Game RiddleColorado leaned on Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter and a good crop of receivers, but its leading rusher ran for just 373 yards. Is Kaidon Salter's dual-threat style in conflict with Pat Shurmur's offense?Kansas State's Turnover TanglesKansas State's Avery Johnson dazzled but tossed double-digit picks—turnovers (BYU, Iowa State) cost winnable games. Johnson's development should mean better results in 2025.Arkansas' Fumble FeverArkansas' Taylen Green fumbled 8 times (lost 4) and threw 9 picks—fuelling a negative-8 turnover margin, which sank the Hogs in close games (Mizzou, Oklahoma State); ball security drills loom large.Texas Tech's "Slipnosis"Texas Tech's tackling woes (133rd in success rate) led to a low havoc rate and plethora of other black eyes for the Red Raider defense—new DC Shiel Wood and portal DBs/DL aim to steady a defense that leads the nation in returning production.USC's Killer Instinct VoidUSC faltered in late game situations in 2024. Did Lincoln Riley reset the team's culture this offseason?Virginia Tech's NarcolepsyVirginia Tech went 3-and-out on 33% of its drives in 2024—a shaky OL and banged-up Kyron Dones dulled the attack, Will Phil Montgomery as offensive coordinator and a battery of West Virginia transfers equal better consistency.Wake Forest's Line WoesWake Forest's lines cratered in 2024—new HC Jake Dickert grabbed 22 transfers (7th in FBS), beefing up the OL/DL.Air Force's Possession SlipAir Force's formula (possess the ball, suffocate with defense) faltered in 2024 with 7 straight losses (Weeks 2-10) and a young defense that was exposed. Is Quentin Hayes the answer at QB?A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/march-qa-part-1-georgias-cracks-clemsons-culture-and-the-next-indiana/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We weren't done with your questions! In part 2 of our big March Q&A podcast episode, we answer more questions from around the Verballerhood. Is it fair to compare Penn State to 2023 Michigan? How close is college football to unequal revenue sharing in the Big Ten and SEC? What are the best short yardage plays in key moments? Who were the most disappointing QBs in 2024? What's the best way to be honored by your high school?0:00 - Intro1:22 - Killer Short Yardage Plays8:46 - Now or never for Penn State?11:57 - Unequal Revenue Sharing19:50 - Greg Sankey & Tony Petitti's BS21:21 - Group of Five Coaching Talent25:21 - Disappointing 2024 QBs33:24 - High Schools HonorsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spring has sprung! Well, almost. In this college football podcast episode, we bask in the tropical 60-degree weather by diving into a two-part Verballer Q&A. Are cracks emerging in Georgia's foundation? What's the deal with Clemson's fan culture? Which college football team is this year's Indiana? We tackle these questions and more in Part 1.*Key Topics Discussed*(0:00) - Intro(7:04) - Georgia's Reign: Cracks or Just Human? Raul (Florida fan) asks if Kirby Smart's Georgia dynasty is cracking—less explosive in 2024, tired vibes, and Mike Bobo loyalty(16:47) - Strategy for Power Two Mid-Tiers? Brandon wonders how a mid-pack SEC & Big Ten teams thrives in the NIL era—big personality or cash? (26:00) - Clemson's Fan Culture? Grey (Clemson fan) laments a shift from “good guys” to toxic vengeance. Can it change back? (41:00) - Next First-Time National Champ & This Year's Indiana? Harrison asks who's the next first-time title winner. Zach seeks 2025's Indiana-style surprise(52:40) - How to break a programA fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/march-qa-part-1-georgias-cracks-clemsons-culture-and-the-next-indiana/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The ACC ain't dead yet! In this college football podcast episodes, we go inside the ACC's new deal with ESPN's David Hale and discuss how Florida State and Clemson were are enormous winners, how Jim Phillips sold smaller schools on the idea of taking less money, what happens in the 2030s when exit fees are more managable, and more!Key Topics DiscussedThe ACC's New Money Split. David Hale details the ACC's deal—60% of TV cash now ties to ratings, favoring Florida State and Clemson, while 40% stays equal; exit fees drop to $75M by 2030.FSU and Clemson's Big Win. Florida State and Clemson came away with higher payouts and a cheaper exit with each passing season, giving them flexibility in the future. Also, schools like North Carolina and Miami benefit (and didn't have to drop millions in legal fees).Ratings Rule: A Trendsetter? The ACC's ratings-based payouts spark debate—could Big Ten (Ohio State vs. Northwestern) or SEC (Alabama vs. Vanderbilt) mimic this model?2030's Looming Reset. The new ACC deal sets a 2030 exit fee at $75M, syncing with Big 12, Big Ten, and playoff shifts—David pegs a 25-33% shot at a football-only super league.Small Schools' Survival Play. Boston College and other smaller programs took less money to avoid being left behind like Oregon State and Washington State.A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalRead transcripts & learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/episodes/inside-the-accs-new-deal-with-espns-david-hale/Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.