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Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde kick off the podcast, analyzing the new reports that NCAA president Charlie Baker is planning on building a new Division I subconference with a focus on athlete revenue sharing. Ross details Baker's plans that would allow qualified schools to control their own revenue sharing with athletes. This new development leads to questions about the future of Olympic sports and what happens when schools are given full control over the compensation for their athletes.Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord has entered the transfer portal after posting an 11-1 season for the Buckeyes. The move appeared to be mutual after head coach Ryan Day did not commit to McCord as the starter in 2024. The guys break down the pros and cons of the quarterback surge in the transfer portal. Elsewhere in the portal, Texas A&M's Walter Nolen has entered after two seasons as an Aggie. The top recruit is opting for a new home instead of testing the Mike Elko system. Also, QB Tyler Buchner is planning on switching sports to lacrosse after a couple rollercoaster seasons with Notre Dame and Alabama.Later, the guys return to Florida State's exclusion from the College Football Playoff. Was the committee wary of the Seminoles after seeing their offensive struggles with Brock Glenn at the helm against Louisville in the ACC Championship game?Lastly, now that the college football regular season has concluded, the show is ready to announce this year's winner of Race for the Case.1:00 - NCAA's new revenue sharing subconference?20:57 - Ohio State's Kyle McCord enters the transfer portal37:07 - Other transfer portal moves getting more interesting44:20 - More on CFP's Florida State snub59:30 - Race for the Case champion is crownedFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Tony opens the show by talking about the controversy around the four teams selected for the College Football Playoffs, and he also talks about the possibility of John Rahm defecting to LIV. Michael Wilbon calls in to give his thoughts on the college football playoffs and also about the 49ers win over Philly, Pat Forde calls in to talk some more about college football and also about Deion Sanders being named the 2023 Sports Illustrated sportsperson of the year, and Tony closes the show out by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern “3 and Out” ; The Bedrocks “Lady Blue” 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

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to the final College Football Playoff rankings for the 2023 season.With 5 teams truly deserving of a spot in the College Football Playoff, one school had to draw the short straw. Michigan, Washington, Texas & Alabama round out the finalized bracket for the playoff, while the Florida State Seminoles are the odd team out this year, coming in at #5 after an undefeated season. Nobody appeared to be more disappointed than FSU quarterback Jordan Travis, who took to social media after the announcement, wishing he could have gotten hurt earlier in the year so that the committee could see the true potential of this FSU team.Dan, Pat & Ross analyze why the 4-team system was implemented & why the 12-team system was delayed for so long. Ross then takes us into the history of the ACC/Big Ten/Pac-12 “Alliance” and how it failed, along with how the ACC hurt themselves by not advocating for an expanded playoff earlier due to grievances with the SEC's expansion. The show also takes a dive into what the 12-team playoff firmat would look like this year with so many quality teams in the mix who obviously did not make the top-4 like Oregon, Ohio State & Georgia.Speaking of the Bulldogs, Alabama took down Georgia on Saturday to claim another SEC championship. From snap one, the Crimson Tide looked like a different team than last week. Georgia couldn't get their ground game going and more importantly, they couldn't get Alabama out of their heads. The guys break down how Alabama was able to rally after a shaky start to the season to become one of the final four teams competing for a national championship.Washington and Texas will battle in the CFP semifinals in the Sugar Bowl on January 1st.. Both programs had excellent years and the crew is very excited to see these two square off. Washington's offense has stepped up in their most important games this year and Texas was able to dominate the Big 12 in the latter half of the season.Before closing out the show, the guys share their way-too-early national championship predictions and forecast whether or not LSU's Jaden Daniels has secured the Heisman Trophy.Lastly, the show gives out their final Small Sample Heisman awards of the season, and as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - College Football Playoff is set, leaving out Florida State17:55 - History and failure of ‘The Alliance'27:04 - What the 12-team playoff would look like this year29:00 - Alabama beats Georgia to win SEC43:09 - Who has the edge in Washington vs. Texas?47:40 - Who is your national champion?49:54 - Did Jayden Daniels win the Heisman this season?51:30 - Small Sample Heisman55:20 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde give their picks against the spread for college football's conference championship weekend and react to the return of Bobby Petrino in Arkansas.Last week's Michigan vs. Ohio State game peaked at 19.7 million TV viewers, so the guys discuss the continued rise in popularity of college football and how it is able to succeed despite so much internal dysfunction within the sport. College football's scandals and high amount of change in recent years may have fueled the boom, along with Texas coming back to relevance and the addition of Coach Prime at a Power Five school.Bobby Petrino has returned to the Arkansas Razorbacks football program after being fired from the team after alleged indiscretions with a staff member. The crew revels in the fact that both Petrino and Arkansas were able to agree to terms, but warn that head coach Sam Pittman must be sharp next year as Petrino has been known to aim for the big job.5-star defensive lineman Justin Scott has decided to flip from Ohio State to the University of Miami. While commit flips aren't rare, the reality of money openly being used to lure away commits is increasing in the new landscape of college athletics.Ross provides information on the future of college football conference championship games and whether or not they will continue in the future. The issue has become more divisive lately as more commissioners are leaning towards abandoning them, while others see the importance of the games when paired with a 12-team playoff.Sports Illustrated named Deion Sanders their Sportsman of the Year, so the podcast reflects on Coach Prime's first season with Colorado. Sanders was able to take the nation by storm with his unorthodox recruiting tactics, along with his bright personality. However, the Buffs also closed out the year 4-8 leaving, a sour taste in the mouths of the Colorado faithful.More quarterbacks have entered the transfer portal, most notably, Duke's Riley Leonard & Coastal Carolina's Grayson McCall. Leonard has already been projected as the next Notre Dame quarterback, but the guys are staying patient with their assessments, as the wild west of the transfer portal is just getting started.This year's College Football Playoff race is as tight as ever, so Dan floats the question whether or not the committee will select the four best teams. Will there be pushback against the inclusion of Florida State if they remain undefeated, considering their résumé?To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #5 ranked Oregon Ducks versus the #3 ranked Washington Huskies, the #18 ranked Oklahoma State Cowboys taking on the #7 ranked Texas Longhorns, the #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs against the #8 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide, the #2 ranked Michigan Wolverines versus the #16 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes, the #14 ranked Louisville Cardinals against the #4 ranked Florida State Seminoles and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Introduction4:25 - 19.7 million viewers tuned into the Michigan-Ohio State game12:55 - Bobby Petrino hired as the new Arkansas OC27:13 - Justin Scott flipped from Ohio State to Miami32:05 - Will we see the end of conference championships soon?41:26 - Deion Sanders named SI's Sportsman of the year51:17 - More QBs are entering the transfer portal59:27 - Will the best 4 teams be in the CFP?1:10:52 - #5 Oregon vs. #3 Washington1:14:44 - #18 Oklahoma State vs. #7 Texas1:17:06 - #1 Georgia vs. #8 Alabama1:19:28 - #2 Michigan vs. #16 Iowa1:23:12 - #14 Louisville vs. #4 Florida State1:26:02 - Locks of the WeekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

In hour three of Follow the Money, Pauly Howard and Jonathan Von Tobel take a look at the potential college football playoff scenarios with guests Joe Osborne and Pat Forde.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three of Follow the Money, Pauly Howard and Jonathan Von Tobel take a look at the potential college football playoff scenarios with guests Joe Osborne and Pat Forde.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde give their thoughts ahead of college football's exciting conference championship games this weekend.The Alabama Crimson Tide are hoping to keep their playoff hopes alive with a win against the Georgia Bulldogs. Georgia aims to remain undefeated in pursuit of a third straight national championship. With such a tight CFO race, the guys examine scenarios whether either Alabama or Georgia make it, and also the possibility of a College Football Playoff that doesn't include the SEC at allOregon and Washington will be battling for a spot in the playoff out in the Pac-12. Washington has a win over Oregon already this season, but Oregon has been firing on all cylinders to close out the season and is the favorite in their rematch.Florida State needs to secure the ACC championship against Louisville this weekend with quarterback Tate Rodemaker at the helm. Florida State has a solid resume, but there are 1-loss teams with better wins, so the Seminoles need to bank on a win and the CFP committee valuing an undefeated ACC champion over who the best team is at the moment.Mike Gundy and his mullet have an opportunity to end Texas' CFP hopes this weekend. Texas has already notched an impressive win over Alabama, but their loss to Oklahoma makes this game a must-win for the Longhorns to stay in the hunt.Duke head coach Mike Elko accepted the Texas A&M head coaching job this week. Elko was received well by the Aggie faithful online as well as in-person. The crew discusses the odd rituals that Texas A&M has and compare it to Mississippi State's reception of Jeff Lebby at the Starkville airport.In other news, the college football transfer portal has opened up, so offseason relocation madness is finally beginning. Kansas State quarterback Will Howard jumped in the portal along with Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke. The crew expects more talented players to enter looking for a new program.To close out the podcast, the Pop-Tarts Bowl has a new innovative and edible mascot.1:00 - SEC Championship: Alabama vs. Georgia21:42 - Pac-12 Championship: Oregon vs Washington29:38 - Could you have the CFP without undefeated Florida State?36:45 - Can Oklahoma State beat Texas in the Big 12 Championship?43:42 - Mike Elko is the new Texas A&M head coach53:36 - The transfer portal has opened: madness will ensue58:10 - Pop-Tarts Bowl has a new twistFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to the biggest games that took place during college football rivalry week including Michigan's win over Ohio State and Alabama's last-second heroics over Auburn.With Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh serving the final game of his three-game suspension, Sherrone Moore led Michigan to their third consecutive victory against Ohio State. The guys discuss how Michigan was able to win this game over their rival and how the narrative surrounding the team has to change. The Connor Stalions saga has dramatically decreased weight after the Wolverines proved they could win this game without Harbaugh on the sidelines. Ryan Day's status as the head coach of Ohio State becomes much cloudier after this loss; Day has an incredible record, but his pattern of losses against blood-rival Michigan will undoubtedly cast pressure and doubt on his future.The Iron Bowl did not disappoint at all this year; Auburn had Alabama on the ropes all game, but when the Crimson Tide needed some Milroe-magic, the quarterback came through big. The miraculous 4th & 31 touchdown pass from Jalen Milroe to Isaiah Bond kept Alabama's playoff hopes alive as they are set to square off with Georgia this upcoming weekend in the SEC Championship.The Washington Huskies showed guts in their Apple Cup win over Washington State on Saturday. Kalen DeBoer had an incredible play call on 4th & 1 on his own 29-yard-line to get the Huskies in field goal range. Washington is able to stay undefeated and this win has created an incredible matchup next weekend against Oregon in what could be the final Pac-12 championship game.There are still eight teams with a legitimate chance to make the College Football Playoff, so the guys give their scenarios for who gets in and who gets left out when the season ends. Florida State continues to be a main catalyst for conversation as they stay undefeated, but without their starting QB Jordan Travis.The coaching carousel has started up again and moves are already being made as Jonathan Smith is set to become the next coach for Michigan State, Mark Stoops was very close to leaving Kentucky for Texas A&M, Tom Allen is out at Indiana & Mississippi State still has a big decision to make for their vacant head coaching role.To close out the show, Dan, Ross & Pat give out their Small Sample Heisman awards and as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - Michigan beats Ohio State for the third straight year33:06 - Alabama's wild Iron Bowl win over Auburn40:51 - Washington stays alive against Washington State46:04 - The muddled CFP race1:02:21 - Mark Stoops almost hired by Texas A&M1:06:42 - Jonathan Smith to coach Michigan State1:12:02 - The coaching carousel keeps spinning1:15:21 - Small Sample Heisman1:21:13 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & Pat Forde pick college football rivalry week's biggest matchups against the spread on today's episode of Race for the Case.The guys begin the show by highlighting this week's most interesting games, in which UNC vs. NC State has the makings for an exciting matchup. Ross then reminisces about classic Egg Bowl hijinks and moments between Mississippi State and Ole Mis. Meanwhile, Louisville is trying to stay hot against Kentucky ahead of their ACC title game. Pat is excited for the Big Ten West's slate including the lowest over/under total ever in Nebraska vs. Iowa. The crew also yearns for a more interesting Iron Bowl after Auburn's down year.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #12 ranked Ole Miss Rebels at the Mississippi State Bulldogs, the #16 ranked Oregon State Beavers at the #6 ranked Oregon Ducks, the #2 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes taking on the #3 ranked Michigan Wolverines, the Washington State Cougars visiting the #4 ranked Washington Huskies, the #5 ranked Florida State Seminoles at the Florida Gators and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Most interesting games of the weekend22:49 - #12 Ole Miss @ Mississippi State25:33 - #16 Oregon State @ #6 Oregon27:00 - #2 Ohio State @ #3 Michigan30:00 - Washington State @ #4 Washington32:34 - #5 Florida State @ Florida36:16 - Locks of the weekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde preview the biggest game of the college football season to date, Ohio State vs. Michigan in Ann Arbor.As the regular season winds down, the animosity between these bitter rivals heats up. The long build to playing your foe is biggest between Ohio State and Michigan, yet this game does not come without future interests and complications as the Big Ten is moving away from in-conference divisions — leaving the noted Buckeye-Wolverine rivalry in a tricky spot. Their longstanding yearly date to face-off could be in jeopardy when the two are allowed to play each other for the Big Ten championship as soon as next year. The guys debate whether or not a back-to-back Michigan-Ohio State game would encourage the Big Ten to keep their divisions.The crew then breaks down the highly anticipated matchup and which team could have the edge. Early in the season, Michigan appeared to be the favorite, but after their last two games and Ohio State's recent hot streak, it should be much closer. The podcast also analyzes what happens if Ryan Day loses to Michigan for the third straight year. Day is building a good program, but he needs to win the game that matters most to keep the Buckeye faithful in his corner.Florida State is in a tricky situation after starting quarterback Jordan Travis is done for the season due to an injury last weekend. The crew analyzes the best and worst scenarios for Florida State in the next two weeks. The Seminoles need to beat Florida and Louisville to give themselves a chance at the College Football Playoff, and Georgia beating Alabama in the SEC championship game could give FSU a big boost as well.The Knight Commission had a meeting this week with college leaders to discuss the future of college athletics, especially revenue sharing with athletes. Ross breaks down the meeting and what it could mean moving forward for players, coaches & school administrators.The Popeyes Cajun-Style Turkey is back in time for Thanksgiving, so the hosts provide their thoughts on whether or not they would indulge in the fast-food turkey in this festive time of year.1:00 - What happens to Ohio State-Michigan in a division-less Big Ten?16:00 - Previewing Ohio State vs. Michigan this weekend34:25 - Florida State vs. Florida is tricky without Jordan Travis43:54 - Inching closer to revenue-sharing in college athletics58:33 - Would you eat the Popeye's Cajun-Style Turkey?Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

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Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & Pat Forde break down the latest in the Michigan football sign-stealing drama and take a deep dive into what happens at Florida State after QB Jordan Travis' injury.The ball of yarn that is Michigan football continues to come undone as news broke last week that allaged sign-stealer Connor Stalions was funded by a Michigan booster known as ‘Uncle T'. Through all the distractions, Michigan continues to win games, which has elevated the stakes for their matchup next weekend against an Ohio State team that is playing with great momentum.Meanwhile, Ohio State dismantled Minnesota this weekend, so the guys discuss the weaknesses of this Michigan team and how quarterback JJ McCarthy needs to step-up in order to beat their longtime rival next Saturday.Georgia dominated Tennessee on Saturday, leaving no questions as to who the #1 team in college football is. The development of Carson Beck has been huge as Georgia isn't only dangerous defensively, but they can now score in confident fashion.Florida State's star quarterback Jordan Travis had to leave the game on Saturday with a bad lower body injury. It is expected that Travis's year is done, which leaves many questions about FSU's playoff hopes. If Florida State can stay undefeated, the CFP committee will have a very difficult decision to make, weighing if FSU with a backup quarterback is better than any of the 1-loss teams.The Washington Huskies continue to win big games. Their latest was a 2-point win over Oregon State in very messy conditions. The crew believes that this win has cemented them as a top-4 team in the country as of right now. The Pac-12 has great depth and Washington has yet to lose, which should earn them a higher ranking.Pac-12 coaching news was also buzzing this weekend as Jedd Fisch has made himself a top target for programs looking for a new head coach after his great turnaround at Arizona. Lincoln Riley is losing games at an unexpected pace, making the guys speculate how hot his seat is. Meanwhile, Chip Kelly was rumored to be on a very hot seat last week, but just pulled off a big win against USC, so perhaps his tenure at UCLA isn't over yet.New Mexico State got a huge payday on Saturday from Auburn. They had their cake and ate it too, as not only did they get paid $1.85 million to play the Tigers, but they also beat them by 21 points.To close out the show, Dan, Ross & Pat give out their Small Sample Heisman awards & as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - Michigan plot thickens with the addition of ‘Uncle T'13:22 - Ohio State is coming into form18:30 - Nobody should want to play Georgia22:32 - What happens to Florida State after the Jordan Travis injury?30:26 - Washington needs to be ranked in the top four40:09 - Should Lincoln Riley be on the hot seat?43:04 - Will Arizona be able to retain Jedd Fisch?47:12 - Auburn loses $1.85 million in a loss to New Mexico State51:36 - Small Sample Heisman56:45 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde pick the biggest college football games against the spread for Week 12 of the college football season.With two more weeks of the regular season to go, the guys analyze the top contenders to make the College Football Playoff. Georgia found themselves ranked #1 in the latest standings and they look like the team to beat for the second year in a row. The only thing standing in their way is a stubborn Alabama team that they will likely meet in the SEC championship game. Michigan and Ohio State's playoff berths will be decided by their matchup in a week and a half. If either team keeps the game close, then the committee could vote them both in, barring other undefeated teams getting a loss before then. Washington, Florida State, & Texas are the big wildcards for this year's playoff and all three teams will have to win out in order to get a chance to make the top four.In legal news, Washington State and Oregon State have been granted the exclusive rights to the Pac-12 conference in their court ruling. The ‘Pac-2' could look to add Mountain West scheduling and teams into their conference. The Mountain West is aiming to keep all 12 of their schools united in a possible transition to the new Pac-12.James Madison and Jacksonville State had their bowl eligibility appeals denied this week. There is hope that JMU can still make a bowl if not enough eligible teams qualify. Ross believes that the NCAA will take a long look at the FCS-to-FBS transition rule after this year's precedent set by JMU.The Bahamas Bowl is under construction so the location has been changed to Charlotte, North Carolina & the sponsor has been changed to the Famous Toastery Bowl. The Mid-Atlantic chain restaurant has stepped up when the sport needed them most and the gang is excited for it.Before getting to their official picks, the guys cover a new case of ultra marathon cheating during The People's Court.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #10 ranked Louisville Cardinals at the Miami Hurricanes, the #22 ranked Utah Utes versus the #17 ranked Arizona Wildcats, the #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs at the #18 ranked Tennessee Volunteers, the #21 ranked Kansas State Wildcats taking on the #25 ranked Kansas Jayhawks, the #5 ranked Washington Huskies at #11 ranked Oregon State Beavers and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Updated CFP contenders36:53 - ‘Pac-2' wins their league rights43:30 - JMU & Jacksonville State bowl eligibility appeals denied46:55 - Bahamas Bowl is now the Famous Toastery Bowl48:47 - People's Court: Ultra-marathoners56:03 - #10 Louisville @ Miami60:00 - #22 Utah @ #17 Arizona1:02:36 - #1 Georgia @ #18 Tennessee1:04:10 - #21 Kansas State @ #25 Kansas1:06:40 - #5 Washington @ #11 Oregon State1:08:22 - Locks of the WeekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard are joined by Pat Forde, CFB Writer for Sports Illustrated, as they talk about the CFB season so far. Also on the show, the hosts give out their plays in "In Pocket Plays".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard are joined by Pat Forde, CFB Writer for Sports Illustrated, as they talk about the CFB season so far. Also on the show, the hosts give out their plays in "In Pocket Plays".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde debate who should be the next head coach for Texas A&M following the departure of Jimbo Fisher. Many big names such as Dan Lanning, Eli Drinkwitz, Lane Kiffin, Kalen DeBoer & Deion Sanders are in the mix as interesting prospects to lead the Aggies next year.Mississippi State fired head coach Zach Arnett on Monday after less than a year of leading the program. The crew notes the awkward transition that Arnett had to make after the passing of Mike Leach and Ross also breaks down what it takes to win football games at Mississippi State, a school noted for a lack of resources or a robust NIL portfolio.Reports have been coming out about what Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers is going to do after this season is over. While the quarterback is expected to return to Texas, all remains uncertain as he could declare for the NFL draft if he has a strong finish to this season. And if Ewers does indeed stay, what does that mean for Arch Manning?The Pac-12's court battle against the deserters grows more interesting as Oregon State and Washington State are not looking for future money from the conference, but the lion's share of what the Pac-12 would bring in this season.Jim Harbaugh spoke with the media earlier this week and delivered a string of lines and oddball topics that only he could. The crew reacts to Harbaugh's thoughts about virus defense, marital arguments & chicken coops.The Arkansas Polar Express saga has come to a conclusion as head coach Sam Pittman stated that the player responsible for putting the movie on came forward & Pittman was able to deem it ‘just a mistake'.To close out the podcast, Dan, Ross & Pat provide their thoughts to UCLA's recruits being the culprits for stealing jewelry, cash & headphones from Colorado players while Deion Sanders' Buffaloes were playing at the Rose Bowl.1:00 - Who should be the next coach at Texas A&M?29:20 - Mississippi State fires Zach Arnett40:10 - Quinn Ewers expected to return to Texas, what does it mean for Manning?45:10 - The Pac-12 court battle rages on49:45 - Jim Harbaugh's latest press conference60:42 - Arkansas' ‘Polar Express' saga has concluded1:03:28 - UCLA recruits found to be culprits in Colorado locker room burglaryFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Tony opens the show by talking about the big games from the NFL over the weekend, and he also talks about an issue he's having with his toothpaste. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk some more NFL along with some NBA, Pat Forde phones in to talk about Texas A&M firing Jimbo Fisher, and also about what's going on with Michigan and Jim Harbaugh, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Kat Stewart “Pass Me By” ; “All You Have is Now” 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

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde kick off the podcast reacting to the news that Texas A&M is parting ways with head coach Jimbo Fisher.Texas A&M made the decision to move on from Fisher after beating Mississippi State 51-10 on Saturday. Many felt that with the enormous buy-out Fisher is due that the university would've been more patient, but enough mediocrity had become enough for the Aggie faithful. The guys reflect on the Jimbo Fisher era in College Station and discuss the future of the Texas A&M job in general. The program has a lot of money and top-notch facilities, but will the next coach be able to get them over the hump>The Michigan football melodrama continued on Saturday with an impressive win over Penn State while coach Jim Harbaugh watched from a hotel nearby, serving the first of his three-game suspension. This does appear to be your father's Wolverine team, as they decided to close out the game by running the ball 32 straight times. On the other hand, this marks another loss for James Franklin against a top-tier Big Ten squad.Georgia reminded everyone who they are again on Saturday against Ole Miss. The crew discusses the evolution of the Bulldog offense and how they got on such a roll.Missouri notched a blowout win against Tennessee this weekend, which gives us a great look ahead to similar high-impact games for a 12-team playoff, where Mizzou would be making quite a push down the stretch.Controversy stuck as Arkansas players were seen watching the animated classic ‘The Polar Express' during halftime of their game against Auburn. While this may have taken place with redshirt players, Razorback fans aren't thrilled about the focus (or lack thereof) on football.Saturday provided many close games featuring top teams nearly falling out of the College Football Playoff race. Texas, Washington & Florida State all provided cause for concern after letting their opponents keep the games so close.Iowa garnered some credit from the guys for beating Rutgers 22-0, which basically cements them as the Big Ten West representative in the Big Ten championship game.To close out the show, Dan, Ross & Pat give out their Small Sample Heisman awards & as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - Jimbo Fisher fired from Texas A&M17:22 - Michigan defeats Penn State without Harbaugh27:58 - Another missed opportunity for James Franklin32:30 - Georgia showed their strength against Ole Miss36:11 - The 12-team playoff is made for Missouri41:30 - What was Arkansas doing at halftime vs. Auburn?46:33 - Saturday's close games almost created pandemonium51:09 - Iowa blanks Rutgers 22-052:19 - Small Sample Heisman56:56 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Late Friday afternoon, the Big Ten suspended Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh for the three remaining games of the regular season as punishment for the alleged Michigan sign-stealing scandal. However, nothing with the Conor Stalions saga is as easy or simple as it seems.Dan Wetzel and SI's Pat Forde convene for a late-night podcast on Friday night to react to this monumental news out of Ann Arbor and the follow-up story that the University Michigan and Harbaugh have filed for an emergency restraining order against the punishment in a Michigan court.The guys discuss all angles of this evolving story, including what happens next for this Michigan team, if they expect the punishment to be blocked by the courts and the chances of the Wolverines going 6-0 this season without Harbaugh.Another report late Friday night stated that the University of Michigan is so upset by this news, that they may threaten to leave the Big Ten altogether, prompting Dan & Pat to wonder: would the SEC take Michigan? When yearly Alabama-Michigan games are on the table, this story has truly reached the upper-atmosphere of crazy episodes in the history of college football.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Paul Howard are joined by Adam Chernoff to preview the NFL slate and Pat Forde to discuss the pending Michigan discipline before their game against Penn State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Paul Howard are joined by Adam Chernoff to preview the NFL slate and Pat Forde to discuss the pending Michigan discipline before their game against Penn State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde pick this weekend's biggest college football games against the spread & provide their thoughts on Michigan's response to the Big Ten as rumors of a suspension for Jim Harbaugh circulate through the sports world.After being notified of a Big Ten investigation, Michigan was given the opportunity to respond with any claims or information that may exonerate them in the Connor Stalions sign-stealing saga. Michigan is attempting to put the pressure on Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti with their aggressive statements. A few central questions remain with the developments: how will a judge handle this case from a legal perspective & did Jim Harbaugh know the extent to which Stalions went to in order to get the signs?In on-the-field news, NC State quarterback MJ Morris is opting to redshirt this season after playing four games for the Wolfpack. With Morris at QB, NC State has won 3 out of their last 4 games, but the signal caller is looking to preserve another year of eligibility instead of closing out the season.Meanwhile, Quinn Ewers has been upgraded to day-to-day status as Texas is looking to finish the year strong with upcoming games against TCU, Iowa State & Texas Tech. The Longhorns' win over Alabama will prove to be very useful if they can win out, as they hold all tiebreakers against the Crimson Tide.Before making their picks for Race for the Case, the guys share their most interesting games of the week, which includes a hot Arizona team, some Mountain West action and the always-interesting Miami Hurricanes.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #3 ranked Michigan Wolverines at the #10 ranked Penn State Nittany Lions, the #18 ranked Utah Utes visiting the #5 ranked Washington Huskies, the #13 ranked Tennessee Volunteers at the #14 ranked Missouri Tigers, the #9 ranked Ole Miss Rebels taking on the #2 ranked Georgia Bulldogs, the USC Trojans at the #6 ranked Oregon Ducks and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Michigan responds to the Big Ten34:37 - NC State quarterback MJ Morris is redshirting41:34 - Quinn Ewers is now day-to-day46:29 - Most interesting games of the weekend54:39 - #3 Michigan @ #10 Penn State57:45 - #18 Utah @ #5 Washington59:34 - #13 Tennessee @ #14 Missouri1:01:09 - #9 Ole Miss @ #2 Georgia1:03:16 - USC @ #6 Oregon1:04:31 - Locks of the weekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde break down the latest news in the Michigan sign-stealing scandal and what punishments may soon come down the line.As more Big Ten coaches express their displeasure with Michigan's sign-stealing operation, the pressure turns to commissioner Tony Petitti. There are rumblings that he could make a decision before the NCAA does, which hasn't been seen on this scale since the Cam Newton recruiting saga. Aside from the decision itself, plenty of fans and coaches will be upset no matter what the Big Ten and the NCAA decide. The guys dive into scenarios for other Big Ten schools down the line if a scandal like this were to happen again and how Tony Petitti has a chance to change the landscape for cheating punishments for years to come.Sticking with the Wolverines, the most anticipated game of the week is Michigan traveling to face off against Penn State. Both teams are equipped with elite defenses, but the podcast speculates whether the distractions at Michigan could give Penn State a boost at home this Saturday.Georgia is facing off against Ole Miss this weekend in their stretch of tough late-season SEC games. The crew focuses on whether or not Ole Miss has a shot to win, or at least weaken Georgia before the Bulldogs play Tennessee next week.Tennessee vs. Missouri is the second biggest matchup of in the SEC this weekend. While this game doesn't hold many major playoff implications this season, it gives us a perfect example of what a high-stakes play-in game might look like for the expanded playoff next season.To close out the podcast, the People's Court takes on a case between a Florida man, his conspicuous car decorations and the police.1:00 - Tony Petitti vs. Jim Harbaugh30:42 - Michigan vs. Penn State38:47 - Can Ole Miss shock Georgia?46:34 - Tennessee vs. Missouri49:08 - People's Court: Florida Man's car decorationsFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to this weekend's biggest football games as well as the biggest story in college football: what to do with Michigan in the case of their ever-evolving sign-stealing scandal.Michigan analyst Connor Stallions was fired by the school this past week, leaving many questions unanswered the cheating saga. The guys give their thoughts on what Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti should do, as well as what he is allowed to do in this situation. The rest of the Big Ten wants the hammer dropped on Michigan, but the program happens to be the conference's best chance at a National Championship this year.Alabama hosted LSU this Saturday and appeared to have adopted a new offensive scheme. Quarterback Jalen Milroe had a great game and helped lay the foundation for a Georgia vs. Alabama SEC championship matchup in a few weeks. The guys also reflect on the impact of this season on LSU and their fanbase as we are reaching the end of Brian Kelly's second season with the program.The Pac-12's biggest matchup of the week did not disappoint as Washington and USC dueled until the very end, resulting in a Washington victory and the dismissal of USC defensive coordinator Alex Grinch on Sunday. USC star quarterback Caleb Williams was seen emotional after the game with his family, which sparks a very interesting point from Dan as to why he didn't sit out the season.The final Bedlam matchup was a good one as Oklahoma State came out victorious over Oklahoma. The guys see this as a fitting end to the rivalry, with Oklahoma leaving the Big 12 for the SEC next season. This result also leaves Texas as the only remaining Big 12 team to have a shot at CFP contention this season.Notre Dame received their third loss of the season to Clemson and a very fired up Dabo Swinney. The Fighting Irish continue to produce unpredictable games and seasons under Marcus Freeman.To close out the podcast, the guys give out their Small Sample Heisman awards & as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - Connor Stalions fired at Michigan27:10 - Alabama takes down LSU36:14 - Alex Grinch fired by USC after Washington loss43:48 - Oklahoma State takes the last Bedlam game vs. Oklahoma47:30 - Notre Dame gets their third loss after losing to Clemson50:00 - An Iowa professor left an interesting obituary53:20 - Small Sample Heisman57:31 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Tony opens the show by talking about the Rangers winning the World Series, and he shares his thoughts on the passing of Bobby Knight. Pat Forde calls in to talk about the first rankings for the college football playoffs, the latest on the Michigan sign stealing scandal, and also his thoughts on Bobby Knight, James Carville and Jeff Ma phone in with their weekend picks, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Brother Twang “The World Went Crazy Yesterday” ; “After School Special” 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

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 1pm hour is brought to you by Aquaguard Foundation Solutions Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Pat Forde Taylor Heinicke & you are more alike than you think One More Thing CrossTalk with Matt & Chuck Birthday Game presented by D Gellar & Sons Jewelers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 1pm hour is brought to you by Aquaguard Foundation Solutions Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Pat Forde Taylor Heinicke & you are more alike than you think One More Thing CrossTalk with Matt & Chuck Birthday Game presented by D Gellar & Sons Jewelers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots to talk about with SI's Pat Forde.  Bobby Knight passed away at age 83.  Jim Harbaugh dealing with some things up north.  And how long will Jimbo be in College Station?  Pat is the man with the answers.  Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 11a-2p! The 1pm hour is brought to you by Aquaguard Foundation Solutions Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Pat Forde Taylor Heinicke & you are more alike than you think One More Thing CrossTalk with Matt & Chuck Birthday Game presented by D Gellar & Sons Jewelers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde reflect on the life and career of legendary men's college basketball coach Bob Knight on today's episode.The news of Bob Knight's passing broke on Wednesday night, leaving the sports world crushed at the loss of a legendary figure. Knight helped innovate the sport and drew the attention of millions through his brash style and on-court success. The crew reflects on his career highs, including the last undefeated season in college basketball, his 902 career wins and the impact he had on the state of Indiana. The guys also recall Knight's volatility and unique character traits that made him truly one-of-one in the purest definition of the phrase.Central Michigan's lack of definitive comment regarding this week's reporting that a figure resembling Conor Stalions was spotted on their sideline has led the crew to decide that Stalions was indeed stealing signs from Michigan State early in the year. The investigation continues for Michigan and Stalions, but the more that Dan, Pat & Ross learn about it, the more they have to conclude that no college coach would ever be on board with Stalions' brash espionage tactics.The Big Ten held a coaches phone conference with commissioner Tony Petitti this week. Jim Harbaugh provided his statement, then left the call for other coaches to express their displeasure with the conference in reference to the sign-stealing scandal. The guys work through the most effective ways that the Big Ten can get through this sign-stealing investigation and keep their other member schools happyThis weekend will be the last SEC on CBS doubleheader, so Ross details the inner workings as to why the two powerhouses brands will be making a split after this season.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #23 ranked Kansas State Wildcats at the #7 ranked Texas Longhorns, the #12 ranked Missouri Tigers visiting the #2 ranked Georgia Bulldogs, the #9 ranked Oklahoma Sooners taking on the #22 ranked Oklahoma State Cowboys, the #5 ranked Washington Huskies at the #20 ranked USC Trojans, the #14 ranked LSU Tigers at the #8 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Legendary coach Bob Knight passed away25:11 - Connor Stalions on the Central Michigan sideline36:31 - Big Ten coaches angry in conference call with Tony Petitti48:27 - Why SEC and CBS split53:12 - Race for the Case: #23 Kansas State @ #7 Texas57:05 - #12 Mizzou @ #2 Georgia59:37 - #9 Oklahoma @ #22 Oklahoma State1:02:47 - #5 Washington @ #20 USC1:05:37 - #14 LSU @ #8 Alabama1:07:34 - Locks of the weekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Former Dallas Cowboys head coach and current NFL analyst, Jason Garrett drops by to share his insight on all the NFL trade deadline moves. And he talks to college football insider Pat Forde about the Ohio State Buckeyes topping the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Paul Howard are joined by Andrew Brandt to discuss the NFL trade deadline and why are NFL owners so quick to fire coaches. Pat Forde also joins the program to react to yesterday's college football playoff show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde react to the first edition of College Football Playoff rankings for the 2023 season.Ohio State comes in at the top spot in the first edition of 2023 CFP rankings after a strong resume through 9 weeks. The crew debates not on if they are unworthy of the #1 ranking, but rather when Georgia will make the jump up to the top spot.The Connor Stalions situation continues to amaze as new photos of a person resembling Stalions on the sidelines of the Central Michigan-Michigan State game have emerged. If the figure ends up proven to be Stalions attempting to steal signs, this may be one of the all-time scandals that the sport has ever seen.Alabama and LSU are squaring off this weekend in Tuscaloosa after a hard fought battle last season. This intense matchup could sink Alabama's playoff hopes with an LSU win, but the guys aren't quite ready to count out Nick Saban this season, especially in big SEC matchups.Missouri is facing off against #1 ranked Georgia this weekend, continuing a stretch of tough SEC opponents for the Bulldogs. The guys discuss Mizzou's upside while acknowledging that in ranked matchups, Georgia tends to wake up and take command of games.The state of Iowa continues to misbehave as the Iowa Hawkeyes announced that offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz will not be returning to call plays next season. Amidst an incentive-laden contract that demanded 25 points per game and a very bad offensive output, the experiment has ended for Ferentz.Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney had a fiery reaction to a caller on his radio show on Monday night. After the caller questioned Dabo's contract in a down year, Swinney went on a 5 minute rant explaining the nature of football along with his perspective when fans react this way.In the final Oklahoma-Oklahoma State Bedlam matchup for a long time, Mike Gundy and Brian Bosworth exchanged words leading up to the game. Gundy recalls when the game used to be a true rivalry, while Bosworth is excited to send it out with a bang and meet up with Gundy ahead of their matchup on Saturday. Even though Oklahoma is leaving for the SEC, there doesn't appear to be any love lost between the two schools.To close out the podcast, the Santa Cruz sea otter makes her triumphant return & the People's Court takes on a case of the hungry firefighters.1:00 - CFP rankings reaction9:20 - Was Connor Stalions on the sidelines for Central Michigan vs. Michigan State?17:10 - Alabama vs. LSU preview25:14 - Mizzou faces off against Georgia29:36 - Brian Ferentz will not be returning to Iowa39:40 - Dabo Swinney sounds off on his radio show50:04 - Final Bedlam matchup between Oklahoma & Oklahoma State59:22 - Santa Cruz sea otter has returned with company1:02:20 - People's Court: Hungry firefightersFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

In hour three of Follow The Money, Mitch Moss and Paul Howard are joined by Andrew Brandt to discuss the NFL trade deadline and why are NFL owners so quick to fire coaches. Pat Forde also joins the program to react to yesterday's college football playoff show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, we're talking about what's happening with Harbaugh and Michigan football, the Detroit Lions taking on the Raiders in Monday Night Football, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking about speculation that the Michigan ball-boys now are involved in the sign stealing controversy. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us in our first hour to update us on everything he's heard. He and Huge gave their thoughts on the report that came out earlier from Pat Forde, discussed other schools and their supposed involvement in the situation, and more. We were then joined by the voice of our Detroit Lions, Dan Miller. He and Huge talked about the Lions taking on the Raiders tonight, gave their thoughts on where the team needs improvement off of last week, discussed injuries and much more. We talked more about the Detroit Lions game tonight in our second hour as Tim Twentyman from DetroitLions.com joined us. Tim updated us on whether or not St. Brown will be playing tonight, talked about how the Lions and Raiders stack up, he gave us his opinion on how the game will go, talked about the Trade Deadline and much more. We were then joined by Tim Staudt from Staudt on Sports in Lansing. Tim and Huge talked about the current state of this MSU team, the Michigan situation, Tim gave us some MSU perspective on everything, and more. We talked about Monday Night Football in our final hour as the Lions take on the Raiders tonight at home. Frank Schwab from Yahoo Sports joined us to give us some National perspective on how the Lions have played up to this point. He and Huge gave their thoughts on tonight being a must-win game tonight, they discussed the Trade Deadline tomorrow, looked ahead on the Lions schedule, and much more. We were then joined by Marcus Thomas Sr. from Lions Nation Unite to get his thoughts on tonight's game. He and Huge talked about what the Lions need to do tonight to win, discussed Jameson Williams, injuries, and more. We wrapped up the show with Anthony Broome from theWolverine.com giving his thoughts on recent Michigan allegations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us to update us on everything he's heard about the Michigan situation. He and Huge gave their thoughts on the report that came out earlier from Pat Forde, discussed other schools and their supposed involvement in the situation, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, we're talking about what's happening with Harbaugh and Michigan football, the Detroit Lions taking on the Raiders in Monday Night Football, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking about speculation that the Michigan ball-boys now are involved in the sign stealing controversy. Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us in our first hour to update us on everything he's heard. He and Huge gave their thoughts on the report that came out earlier from Pat Forde, discussed other schools and their supposed involvement in the situation, and more. We were then joined by the voice of our Detroit Lions, Dan Miller. He and Huge talked about the Lions taking on the Raiders tonight, gave their thoughts on where the team needs improvement off of last week, discussed injuries and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde break down all the biggest games and upsets from Week 9 across the college football slate.In a shocking turn of events, the Kansas Jayhawks upset the #6 ranked Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday. Led by backup quarterback Jason Bean, the Jayhawks were able to win the duel in their last Big 12 matchup against the Sooners. The guys discuss the level of concern that Oklahoma fans should have after a close win against UCF last week and now a loss to Kansas on Saturday.Georgia cemented their status as top dog this weekend after crushing Florida for four full quarters. The Bulldogs were without star tight end Brock Bowers, but it didn't seem like they missed a step. The National Championship appears to still run through Athens, Georgia as we approach November.In what was expected to be the best game of the week, Oregon went on the road and rolled right over the Utah Utes. The crew debates whether or not Oregon is the best team in the Pac-12 and if they can rise above the conference's best to reach the College Football Playoff.Ohio State continues to chug along after beating Wisconsin on Saturday. The methodical offense, coupled with a strong defense gives the crew faith that this Buckeyes team will make a great opponent for Michigan at the end of the season.Louisville was able to shut out Duke at home this weekend, with Pat in attendance. Pat breaks down what makes this Cardinals team different, as well as detailing an incredibly unique experience with his car getting towed by Louisville campus parking services.To close out the pod, the guys give out their Small Sample Heisman & as always, Say Something Nice.1:00 - Kansas upsets #6 Oklahoma12:46 - Can Texas rise above the Big 12 madness?14:50 - Georgia remains top dog in college football22:26 - Oregon dominated Utah in Salt Lake City29:45 - Ohio State's vintage offense continues to win42:16 - Louisville's interesting car towing method52:32 - Small Sample Heisman57:00 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde pick the biggest Week 9 college football games against the spread in this week's edition of Race for the Case.The slow drip of news from the Michigan sign-stealing scandal has been endlessly entertaining as more details continue to emerge about Connor Stalions and the scouting operation that he had going for Michigan. The largest questions still remain unanswered as we don't yet know Jim Harbaugh's involvement or how the initial tip-off was achieved. It seems like Harbaugh could be heading to the NFL if he had any involvement with the scandal, but the real penalty from this investigation is reputational. Michigan will be able to find another quality coach, but this scandal could brand the program as ‘cheaters' for some time.Moving onto this weekend's games, it isn't the strongest slate of games for Week 9, but many matchups have a high interest level from the crew including Kansas vs. Oklahoma, Clemson vs. NC State & Ohio State vs. Wisconsin.In news of the weird, 2 million dimes were stolen from a truck & the Florida Man games will begin this February.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs at the Florida Gators, the #8 ranked Oregon Ducks visiting the #13 ranked Utah Utes, the #20 ranked Duke Blue Devils traveling to the #18 ranked Louisville Cardinals, the Mississippi State Bulldogs at the Auburn Tigers, the Colorado Buffaloes taking on the #23 ranked UCLA Bruins, and as always, Dan, Ross & Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Michigan sign-stealing scandal continues to develop26:08 - Most interesting games of the week44:05 - 2 million dimes were stolen from a tractor trailer49:04 - Florida group is holding a ‘Florida Man' competition51:05 - #1 Georgia @ Florida52:50 - #8 Oregon @ #13 Utah55:12 - #20 Duke @ #18 Louisville56:25 - Mississippi State @ Auburn58:43 - Colorado @ #23 UCLA60:46 - Lock of the WeekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde continue to dive into the latest details surrounding Connor Stalions' involvement in the Michigan sign-stealing investigation.Ticket records for Connor Stalions have been brought to light and Michigan has been branded as ‘cheaters' until further notice by the general college football public. The guys speculate how high up the reported signs went, who knew about them and what the eventual punishment for Michigan will be if the program is found to be guilty of breaking the rules.Quinn Ewers suffered an injury last week, making him a week-to-week decision to start at quarterback for Texas. We will have an opportunity to see the depth of the Longhorn signal-callers as both Arch Manning and Maalik Murphy have been getting first team reps this week and may see action this Saturday at home against BYU.Utah continues to impose their will on other members of the Pac-12 and the Utes are hoping to continue that trend against Oregon this weekend. The crew finds it fitting that in the last year of the Pac-12, the Utes have stayed on brand as the meat-grinder of the conference.The guys turn their focus to the latest from this summer's wave of announced conference realignment maneuvers. Oregon State and Washington State are continuing to fight for Pac-12 assets that will remain once conference deserters UCLA, USC, Washington and Oregon have left. Additionally, the Big 12 could be looking to bolster their already great basketball league with the addition of Gonzaga.The crew discusses how Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman was able to turn the tables on a reporter, who coaches his son in flag football, in his latest press conference.Lastly, the podcast takes a deep dive into the latest potential Bigfoot sighting captured on video from a train in Wyoming.1:00 - Latest on Connor Stalions' sign-stealing operation at Michigan33:34 - Who will start at QB for Texas this week?36:46 - Utah continues to spoil seasons in the Pac-1242:07 - Colorado is facing off against UCLA this weekend43:22 - Latest in conference realignment50:29 - Marcus Freeman flips the script on reporter54:32 - Newest potential Bigfoot sightingFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde break down this weekend's biggest games, upsets & news coming out of Week 8 in the college football season.Ohio State came out on top over Penn State in a highly anticipated Big Ten matchup. The crew questions whether James Franklin will ever be able to win the big game when it matters most. Meanwhile, Ohio State's defense shined in this win making Penn State's offense look disjointed and shaky.The Utah Utes took care of business by taking down USC in a big Pac-12 matchup. Lincoln Riley's team is now effectively removed from College Football Playoff contention and the situation leaves USC fans wondering what could have been this season. With a pending move to the Big Ten, the guys suggest that Lincoln Riley needs to build a tougher team for the much tougher conference.Alabama and Nick Saban proved that they are still alive this year after crushing Tennessee at home. Great coaches find a way to win the tough games, and Saban showed that in the second half after trailing the Volunteers in the first.Michigan taking on Michigan State was a wild one. Aside from the 49-0 rout that Michigan delivered, the fan antics and scoreboard graphics provided a confusing environment. The Michigan sign stealing investigation has also progressed. Dan gives his theory as to what really took place with the alleged sign stealing and tries to provide some clarity to those still puzzled about what reporting the news actually entails.Iowa took a tough loss this week as a a punt return touchdown late in the 4th quarter was overturned after officials ruled a fair catch was signaled prior to the return.There may be hope for Mario Cristobal yet as Miami took a win over Dabo Swinney's Clemson team. The Hurricanes will try to build off this momentum for the rest of the season heading into 2024.To close out the podcast, the guys provide their Small Sample Heisman candidates & play a around of Say Something Nice.1:00 - Ohio State beats Penn State15:00 - USC falls to Utah27:31 - Michigan State's tough night33:55 - Michigan's sign stealing investigation update52:10 - Iowa loses on overturned punt return touchdown58:10 - Clemson falls to Miami1:01:35 - Small Sample Heisman1:07:18 - Say Something NiceFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger

Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde kick off the podcast detailing new allegations around Jim Harbaugh in Michigan football, in which the NCAA is investigating the team illegally sending advance scouts to steal signs and gain other competitive advantages.Dan & Ross broke today's blockbuster news, and while there are no rules against stealing signs in-game, there are rules about in-person scouting and sign stealing using electronic transmissions. The podcast reacts to the news and how this could add a cloud to Michigan's current football season and stain seasons past. Pat wonders whether or not Michigan are high frequency cheaters or just really bad at getting away with it. While the narrative of the season has definitely changed for Michigan, the guys debate what the next move for Jim Harbaugh is if this investigation is proven to be accurate.Moving away from the Michigan scandal, Week 8 has some interesting games to keep an eye on. There is a big MAC matchup between Toledo & Miami of Ohio, Minnesota and Iowa are squaring off in an expected low-scoring affair & we get the Hugh Freeze bowl in a matchup between Auburn and Ole Miss.Meanwhile in Oklahoma, Tulsa is trying to break the world record for the world's largest beer tasting event ahead of their game vs Rice. And where animal news meets football news, a Montana man was traumatized after being attacked by a grizzly bear and is channeling his anger towards the University of Montana.To close out the podcast, the guys give their picks against the spread for the #7 ranked Penn State Nittany Lions at the #3 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes, the #17 ranked Tennessee Volunteers at the #11 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide, the #16 ranked Duke Blue Devils visiting the #4 ranked Florida State Seminoles, the #14 ranked Utah Utes at the #18 ranked USC Trojans, the Clemson Tigers at the Miami Hurricanes, and as always, Dan, Ross and Pat give their locks of the week.1:00 - Michigan is under investigation for alleged rule violations connected to sign stealing25:04 - Most interesting games of the weekend34:21 - Tulsa is trying to break the world record for the largest beer tasting event36:10 - Man has developed serious hatred for the University of Montana after bear attack38:23 - #7 Penn State @ #3 Ohio State43:42 - #17 Tennessee @ #11 Alabama46:26 - #16 Duke @ #4 Florida State48:33 - #14 Utah @ #18 USC51:00 - Clemson @ Miami54:04 - Lock of the weekFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger