Podcast appearances and mentions of pete thamel

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, to talk about rising expectations for the Sun Devils heading into the 2025 season. Can ASU be more than a flash in the pan? How does Dillingham keep his team from reading their own headlines? And where is the ceiling for quarterback Sam Leavitt? Then, after a realignment chat, Rece and Pete take you through their list of the top 5 quarterbacks for the upcoming season. 0:00 – Welcome and introducing Kenny Dillingham 01:33 – When did you know Sam Leavitt was the guy? 02:40 – Sam Leavitt's journey to Arizona State 04:23 – Keeping Sam Leavitt balanced 12:14 – Keeping momentum from year to year 14:58 – Lessons from the BYU game 21:08 – Where does the Big XII stack up against the SEC and Big Ten 24:07 – Replacing Cam Skattebo 27:16 – CFB realignment intel 36:19 – Rece & Pete's Top 5 QBs for the '25 CFB season 56:04 – Rece & Pete's sleeper QBs for the '25 CFB season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, to talk about rising expectations for the Sun Devils heading into the 2025 season. Can ASU be more than a flash in the pan? How does Dillingham keep his team from reading their own headlines? And where is the ceiling for quarterback Sam Leavitt? Then, after a realignment chat, Rece and Pete take you through their list of the top 5 quarterbacks for the upcoming season. 0:00 – Welcome and introducing Kenny Dillingham 01:33 – When did you know Sam Leavitt was the guy? 02:40 – Sam Leavitt's journey to Arizona State 04:23 – Keeping Sam Leavitt balanced 12:14 – Keeping momentum from year to year 14:58 – Lessons from the BYU game 21:08 – Where does the Big XII stack up against the SEC and Big Ten 24:07 – Replacing Cam Skattebo 27:16 – CFB realignment intel 36:19 – Rece & Pete's Top 5 QBs for the '25 CFB season 56:04 – Rece & Pete's sleeper QBs for the '25 CFB season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Wrap. Pete Thamel says there's a “heavy favorite” to join the Pac-12. Is It Memphis ?

On June 6th, Judge Claudia Wilken approved a deal between the NCAA, its most powerful conferences, and lawyers representing all Division I athletes. Paving the way for schools to pay players directly for the first time. This landmark moment seems poised to change the landscape of college athletics, especially NCAA football. Rece Davis and Pete Thamel breakdown what we know right now, what the hurdles in the road could be, and discuss whether or not coaches and administrators will be able to follow the rules, now that the rules are clear. Then LSU head coach Brian Kelly joins the show for an exclusive sit down with the College GameDay podcast. 00:00:00 - Judge OK's $2.8 billion dollar settlement 00:06:22 - Now that the rules are clear, will coaches play fair? 00:18:50 - Brian Kelly joins the show 00:25:03 - Brian Kelly on season opener at Clemson 00:28:15 - Harold Perkins and Whit Weeks health updates 00:31:17 - Garrett Nussmeier season expectations 00:34:42 - Garrett Nussmeier NFL Draft prospect 00:36:54 - How good is the LSU supporting cast on offense 00:39:12 - Brian Kelly on adjusting to LSU 00:42:20 - Brian Kelly on CFP seeding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eddie and Rocky talk with Pete Thamel about the house settlement and the impact it has on college sports. Plus, they check in with former MLB player and UC Bearcat Kevin Youkilis, and astronomer Dean Regas, on 700 WLW!

Eddie and Rocky talk with Pete Thamel about the house settlement and the impact it has on college sports. Plus, they check in with former MLB player and UC Bearcat Kevin Youkilis, and astronomer Dean Regas, on 700 WLW!

On June 6th, Judge Claudia Wilken approved a deal between the NCAA, its most powerful conferences, and lawyers representing all Division I athletes. Paving the way for schools to pay players directly for the first time. This landmark moment seems poised to change the landscape of college athletics, especially NCAA football. Rece Davis and Pete Thamel breakdown what we know right now, what the hurdles in the road could be, and discuss whether or not coaches and administrators will be able to follow the rules, now that the rules are clear. Then LSU head coach Brian Kelly joins the show for an exclusive sit down with the College GameDay podcast. 00:00:00 - Judge OK's $2.8 billion dollar settlement 00:06:22 - Now that the rules are clear, will coaches play fair? 00:18:50 - Brian Kelly joins the show 00:25:03 - Brian Kelly on season opener at Clemson 00:28:15 - Harold Perkins and Whit Weeks health updates 00:31:17 - Garrett Nussmeier season expectations 00:34:42 - Garrett Nussmeier NFL Draft prospect 00:36:54 - How good is the LSU supporting cast on offense 00:39:12 - Brian Kelly on adjusting to LSU 00:42:20 - Brian Kelly on CFP seeding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are break down everything that happened over an incredible sports weekend including the Oklahoma City Thunder evening the NBA Finals at one game a piece after a masterful performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Florida Panthers evening the Stanley Cup Finals at one game a piece after Brad Marchand's game winner in double overtime, Aaron Rodgers officially signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Packers releasing Jaire Alexander, Concafa SC's run in TST down in Cary, NC, Pat's time down at Parris Island, and everything else happening around the world of sports. Also joining the show are five incredible guests including NFL Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport, 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson, LA Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, ESPN CFB Senior Insider, Pete Thamel, and American sportscaster for every major sport and play-by-play commentator for tonight's Stanley Cup Final game 3 on TNT, the incomparable Kenny Albert. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick things off by speaking to ESPN CFB Insider Pete Thamel who has latest on the courts rulings regarding paying college athletes.. Plus we take your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel and ESPN senior writer Dan Wetzel break down the SEC's push to have its grueling schedule factor more heavily into the College Football Playoff. They dive into whether the new 5+11 format truly rewards the best teams, especially with strength of schedule still a murky metric. The duo also weighs in on the uncertain future of the USC–Notre Dame rivalry, growing frustration from Ohio State fans over noon kickoffs, and Michigan's looming NCAA meeting in the Connor Stalions case. Then, Alabama star Ryan Williams joins the show to talk EA SPORTS College Football 26, training with DeVonta Smith, and his bond with coach Kalen DeBoer. 04:33 - SEC gauntlet schedule deserves CFP reform 07:15 - Will the CFP 5 + 11 playoff format deliver? 16:21 - The State of the USC-Notre Dame rivalry 18:06 - Why USC-Notre Dame Matters in 2025 20:28 - Ohio State fans are over Noon kickoffs 28:49 - Michigan Connor Stalions update 37:38 - Alabama's Ryan Williams CFB 26 cover star 39:35 - Inside Ryan Williams CFB 26 cover shoot 44:28 - Ryan Williams on training with DeVonta Smith 55:22 - Ryan Williams interview reaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel and ESPN senior writer Dan Wetzel break down the SEC's push to have its grueling schedule factor more heavily into the College Football Playoff. They dive into whether the new 5+11 format truly rewards the best teams, especially with strength of schedule still a murky metric. The duo also weighs in on the uncertain future of the USC–Notre Dame rivalry, growing frustration from Ohio State fans over noon kickoffs, and Michigan's looming NCAA meeting in the Connor Stalions case. Then, Alabama star Ryan Williams joins the show to talk EA SPORTS College Football 26, training with DeVonta Smith, and his bond with coach Kalen DeBoer. 04:33 - SEC gauntlet schedule deserves CFP reform 07:15 - Will the CFP 5 + 11 playoff format deliver? 16:21 - The State of the USC-Notre Dame rivalry 18:06 - Why USC-Notre Dame Matters in 2025 20:28 - Ohio State fans are over Noon kickoffs 28:49 - Michigan Connor Stalions update 37:38 - Alabama's Ryan Williams CFB 26 cover star 39:35 - Inside Ryan Williams CFB 26 cover shoot 44:28 - Ryan Williams on training with DeVonta Smith 55:22 - Ryan Williams interview reaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel explore the potential future of the College Football Playoff format heading into 2026. They delve into the possibility of expanding to a 16-team playoff and discuss the SEC's openness to participating in a broader format. Also on the pod, Rece Davis sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Dabo Swinney and Bill Belichick. Together, they reflect on the evolving landscape of NCAA football, sharing insights into their coaching philosophies, key influences, and distinctive coaching styles. The conversation also highlights how both coaches are adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of the college football world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel explore the potential future of the College Football Playoff format heading into 2026. They delve into the possibility of expanding to a 16-team playoff and discuss the SEC's openness to participating in a broader format. Also on the pod, Rece Davis sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Dabo Swinney and Bill Belichick. Together, they reflect on the evolving landscape of NCAA football, sharing insights into their coaching philosophies, key influences, and distinctive coaching styles. The conversation also highlights how both coaches are adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of the college football world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel explore the potential future of the College Football Playoff format heading into 2026. They delve into the possibility of expanding to a 16-team playoff and discuss the SEC's openness to participating in a broader format. Also on the pod, Rece Davis sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Dabo Swinney and Bill Belichick. Together, they reflect on the evolving landscape of NCAA football, sharing insights into their coaching philosophies, key influences, and distinctive coaching styles. The conversation also highlights how both coaches are adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of the college football world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New College Football CEO Could Change Michigan's Investigation Outcome | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss how the introduction of a new college sports CEO could impact Michigan's cheating investigation and subsequent punishment. The conversation delves into the details of Pete Thamel's ESPN report on the proposed CEO for college sports, the potential changes in enforcement, the role of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) guidelines, and how the new structure may affect the Big Ten and Michigan specifically. Join Tony and Tom as they break down the implications of these developments and what it could mean for the future of college football. 00:00 Introduction and Spontaneous Live Show 00:47 Proposed CEO for College Sports 01:35 House Settlement and Enforcement Changes 05:38 Subpoena Power and Arbitration 07:53 Impact on Michigan and Future Enforcement 14:13 NIL Rules and State Laws 25:38 Political Influence and Legislative Actions 29:18 Debating the Noon Kickoff Time 29:44 Fox's Scheduling Dilemma 30:54 Potential Week One Matchups 32:00 Big 10 and Fox Partnership 34:08 Impact on Ohio State and Penn State 37:20 The Bigger Picture: Conference Dynamics 48:41 Concluding Thoughts and Recap

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Duke head coach Manny Diaz! From detailing his aggressive portal strategy to landing quarterback Darian Mensah, to navigating a tough schedule and fueling the storied UNC rivalry, Diaz lays out his blueprint for building a winning culture. He speaks candidly about the trait he sees in championship teams, the rising support for Duke football, and even offers advice to his former colleagues at ESPN.   0:00 - Manny Diaz on Duke's competitive advantage 3:35 - Manny Diaz talks portal strategy and QB Darian Mensah 13:35 - Duke's demanding schedule 19:56 - The trait that leads to wins 24:12 - Manny Diaz on the support for Duke football 28:01 - The Duke-North Carolina rivalry 32:26 - Manny Diaz shares some advice to those at ESPN 37:53 - Duke's potential pathway to the CFP 40:37 - 16-team CFP coming in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Duke head coach Manny Diaz! From detailing his aggressive portal strategy to landing quarterback Darian Mensah, to navigating a tough schedule and fueling the storied UNC rivalry, Diaz lays out his blueprint for building a winning culture. He speaks candidly about the trait he sees in championship teams, the rising support for Duke football, and even offers advice to his former colleagues at ESPN.   0:00 - Manny Diaz on Duke's competitive advantage 3:35 - Manny Diaz talks portal strategy and QB Darian Mensah 13:35 - Duke's demanding schedule 19:56 - The trait that leads to wins 24:12 - Manny Diaz on the support for Duke football 28:01 - The Duke-North Carolina rivalry 32:26 - Manny Diaz shares some advice to those at ESPN 37:53 - Duke's potential pathway to the CFP 40:37 - 16-team CFP coming in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel dive into the spotlight surrounding Bill Belichick, including his one-hour sitdown with Rece and Dabo Swinney. Rece unpacks the dynamic between the two coaches, Belichick's presence at the ACC meetings, and their deep football talk—from rugby punts to NFL minds in the college game. Pete shares his latest scouting notes on rising college football talent, while the duo also hits on Miami's QB outlook, the viability of a new rules committee, and one wild idea: could College GameDay actually end up at the Vatican?  0:00 - Belichick looms large at ACC meetings 2:25 - Belichick and Dabo sit down for one-hour interview 6:35 - Belichick and UNC: What's real, what's rumor? 13:10 - The moment Belichick called himself a rookie 16:10 - Belichick and Dabo talk ball 24:03 - Latest on Miami QB Carson Beck 25:22 - On Pete's radar: College football prospects 33:55 - A new committee to enforce rules - Will it works? 43:27 - Get College GameDay to the Vatican? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel dive into the spotlight surrounding Bill Belichick, including his one-hour sitdown with Rece and Dabo Swinney. Rece unpacks the dynamic between the two coaches, Belichick's presence at the ACC meetings, and their deep football talk—from rugby punts to NFL minds in the college game. Pete shares his latest scouting notes on rising college football talent, while the duo also hits on Miami's QB outlook, the viability of a new rules committee, and one wild idea: could College GameDay actually end up at the Vatican?  0:00 - Belichick looms large at ACC meetings 2:25 - Belichick and Dabo sit down for one-hour interview 6:35 - Belichick and UNC: What's real, what's rumor? 13:10 - The moment Belichick called himself a rookie 16:10 - Belichick and Dabo talk ball 24:03 - Latest on Miami QB Carson Beck 25:22 - On Pete's radar: College football prospects 33:55 - A new committee to enforce rules - Will it works? 43:27 - Get College GameDay to the Vatican? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's NBA playoff game that saw the Warriors get handled by the Timberwolves without Stephen Curry, as well as two great games in the NHL Playoffs with the Capitals beating the Canes 3-1, and the Oilers beating the Golden Knights 5-4 in overtime. Joining the show to chat more about everything going on in the NBA Playoffs, is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, The Authority on both college football and college basketball, Pete Thamel joins the show to chat about the 16 team playoff that looms, the budget of top college football programs this upcoming year, some QB battles, when a ruling is coming to establish some guardrails, and more. Later, 2x NBA Champion, 2013 Sixth Man of the Year, 17 year NBA veteran, JR Smith joins the show to chat about the playoffs, his golf career, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke Fickell spoke with ESPN's Pete Thamel this week and said Wisconsin now has an 'identity that fits' them. Zach and Jesse discuss Fickell's comments before getting into some Overreaction, er No? and finishing with a couple leftover draft questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel kick things off with the latest on Michigan's Sherrone Moore, who's expected to serve a two-game suspension. Then they zoom out to tackle a pressing question across college football: are schools really spending $35 to $40 million on their rosters? Later, Rich Rodriguez joins the show to reflect on his impact on the modern offense, his return to West Virginia, and the what-if scenario involving Terrelle Pryor. 0:00 - Two-game ban expected for Michigan coach Sherrone Moore 10:21 - Are schools really spending $35M - $40M on their rosters? 15:36 - Jared Curtis, top 2026 quarterback, commits to Georgia 21:06 - Rich Rod on his role in offensive evolution 26:14 - Rich Rod on some notable WVU staff faces 29:40 - Rich Rod on the journey back to West Virginia 33:29 - Could Terrelle Pryor have been a mountaineer? 41:09 - Rich Rod on Pat McAfee's career at WVU 44:15 - Rich Rod looks towards next season's Backyard Brawl rivalry game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel kick things off with the latest on Michigan's Sherrone Moore, who's expected to serve a two-game suspension. Then they zoom out to tackle a pressing question across college football: are schools really spending $35 to $40 million on their rosters? Later, Rich Rodriguez joins the show to reflect on his impact on the modern offense, his return to West Virginia, and the what-if scenario involving Terrelle Pryor. 0:00 - Two-game ban expected for Michigan coach Sherrone Moore 10:21 - Are schools really spending $35M - $40M on their rosters? 15:36 - Jared Curtis, top 2026 quarterback, commits to Georgia 21:06 - Rich Rod on his role in offensive evolution 26:14 - Rich Rod on some notable WVU staff faces 29:40 - Rich Rod on the journey back to West Virginia 33:29 - Could Terrelle Pryor have been a mountaineer? 41:09 - Rich Rod on Pat McAfee's career at WVU 44:15 - Rich Rod looks towards next season's Backyard Brawl rivalry game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down the biggest moments from the NFL Draft—both on camera and behind the scenes. Then they're joined by Ohio State's national championship-winning head coach Ryan Day, who gives a glimpse into life beyond the sidelines: from his ties to Jimmy Fallon and Adam Sandler, to watching his players go pro, to navigating recruiting as a dad alongside his son. He also weighs in on Ohio State's looming quarterback battle and what to expect in their high-stakes opener against Texas.   0:00 - What happened off-air at the NFL draft 6:23 - Rece Davis' and Mel Kiper's heated exchange on Shedeur Sanders 16:36 - Ryan Day on watching his players get drafted 25:04 - Ryan Day shares his ties to Jimmy Fallon and Adam Sandler 28:40 - Ryan Day gives a glimpse of his recruiting pitch 30:24 - How Ryan Day coaches players making big NIL money 35:22 - Why Ryan Day favors one transfer portal window 40:21 - Ryan Day on what it's like recruiting with his son 43:02 - Who will be the Buckeyes' starting QB? 44:08 - How will Ohio State vs Texas in week one play out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down the biggest moments from the NFL Draft—both on camera and behind the scenes. Then they're joined by Ohio State's national championship-winning head coach Ryan Day, who gives a glimpse into life beyond the sidelines: from his ties to Jimmy Fallon and Adam Sandler, to watching his players go pro, to navigating recruiting as a dad alongside his son. He also weighs in on Ohio State's looming quarterback battle and what to expect in their high-stakes opener against Texas.   0:00 - What happened off-air at the NFL draft 6:23 - Rece Davis' and Mel Kiper's heated exchange on Shedeur Sanders 16:36 - Ryan Day on watching his players get drafted 25:04 - Ryan Day shares his ties to Jimmy Fallon and Adam Sandler 28:40 - Ryan Day gives a glimpse of his recruiting pitch 30:24 - How Ryan Day coaches players making big NIL money 35:22 - Why Ryan Day favors one transfer portal window 40:21 - Ryan Day on what it's like recruiting with his son 43:02 - Who will be the Buckeyes' starting QB? 44:08 - How will Ohio State vs Texas in week one play out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down the lingering questions surrounding Nico Iamaleava—did he leave Tennessee too soon, prioritizing financial opportunity over development? Is UCLA truly committed to him? And can he work his way into future NFL Draft conversations? Then, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst and Insider Matt Miller joins to spotlight the player everyone's talking about: Jalon Walker. He also weighs in on how Travis Hunter's game will translate to the NFL and where Shedeur Sanders might land if he isn't taken at No. 3. To close the show, the guys pay tribute to Lee Corso and his legendary 38-year run on College GameDay.   0:00 - Nico Iamaleava should've prioritized development 9:26 - Will Nico make it into NFL draft conversations? 12:55 - How committed is UCLA to Nico? 17:06 - Why NFL draft Day 3 matters 20:29 - The NFL draft heats up at pick number… 26:55 - Why everyone's favorite player at the NFL draft is Jalon Walker 30:41 - Which part of Travis Hunter's game will be used in the NFL? 32:07 - If Shedeur Sanders doesn't get picked at No. 3, when will he go? 36:02 - Are the Titans making a mistake taking Cam Ward at No. 1? 46:28 - Unforgettable Lee Corso moments before he retires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Pete Thamel ahead of this Thursday's NFL Draft. Hear what Pete thinks the biggest storyline in the draft is. Plus, Pete details the prospects in this year's draft that college coaches love. Kevin & Pete also discuss what impact the transfer portal has had on NFL Draft evaluations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down the lingering questions surrounding Nico Iamaleava—did he leave Tennessee too soon, prioritizing financial opportunity over development? Is UCLA truly committed to him? And can he work his way into future NFL Draft conversations? Then, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst and Insider Matt Miller joins to spotlight the player everyone's talking about: Jalon Walker. He also weighs in on how Travis Hunter's game will translate to the NFL and where Shedeur Sanders might land if he isn't taken at No. 3. To close the show, the guys pay tribute to Lee Corso and his legendary 38-year run on College GameDay.   0:00 - Nico Iamaleava should've prioritized development 9:26 - Will Nico make it into NFL draft conversations? 12:55 - How committed is UCLA to Nico? 17:06 - Why NFL draft Day 3 matters 20:29 - The NFL draft heats up at pick number… 26:55 - Why everyone's favorite player at the NFL draft is Jalon Walker 30:41 - Which part of Travis Hunter's game will be used in the NFL? 32:07 - If Shedeur Sanders doesn't get picked at No. 3, when will he go? 36:02 - Are the Titans making a mistake taking Cam Ward at No. 1? 46:28 - Unforgettable Lee Corso moments before he retires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Pete Thamel ahead of this Thursday's NFL Draft. Hear what Pete thinks the biggest storyline in the draft is. Plus, Pete details the prospects in this year's draft that college coaches love. Kevin & Pete also discuss what impact the transfer portal has had on NFL Draft evaluations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down the lingering questions surrounding Nico Iamaleava—did he leave Tennessee too soon, prioritizing financial opportunity over development? Is UCLA truly committed to him? And can he work his way into future NFL Draft conversations? Then, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst and Insider Matt Miller joins to spotlight the player everyone's talking about: Jalon Walker. He also weighs in on how Travis Hunter's game will translate to the NFL and where Shedeur Sanders might land if he isn't taken at No. 3. To close the show, the guys pay tribute to Lee Corso and his legendary 38-year run on College GameDay.   0:00 - Nico Iamaleava should've prioritized development 9:26 - Will Nico make it into NFL draft conversations? 12:55 - How committed is UCLA to Nico? 17:06 - Why NFL draft Day 3 matters 20:29 - The NFL draft heats up at pick number… 26:55 - Why everyone's favorite player at the NFL draft is Jalon Walker 30:41 - Which part of Travis Hunter's game will be used in the NFL? 32:07 - If Shedeur Sanders doesn't get picked at No. 3, when will he go? 36:02 - Are the Titans making a mistake taking Cam Ward at No. 1? 46:28 - Unforgettable Lee Corso moments before he retires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's NBA Play-In games, if the Magic can make a run in the East, and how confident people are in the Warriors now with Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry being together. They also chat about the certainty of Cam Ward going #1 to the Titans, and how we know little else. Joining the progrum to break down everything going on in the NBA playoffs, Mike Malone being fired by the Nuggets and how weird that whole situation is, where Kevin Durant should go next, and who ultimately is going to win the NBA Title is 13 year NBA veteran, 18th pick of the 2000 NBA Draft, 2005 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and now ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN College Football/Basketball Insider, The Authority, Pete Thamel joins the show to give the latest update about what he's hearing with Nico Iamaleava. Later, the voice of College Football, and NFL on Prime color commentator, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to chat about the issues with college football right now amidst the Nico Iamaleava situation, who he likes at Quarterback in this draft class, his thoughts on the Columbus Blue Jackets and Cincinnati Reds, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly, creator of the SP+ ranking, discuss the rise of Arch Manning as he takes the reins at Texas. Will the fan love last—or is he destined for backlash, like other rising stars? The crew also breaks down this season's elite quarterback contenders, asking: who's in line for the QB1 crown—Penn State's Drew Allar or LSU's Garrett Nussmeier? Meanwhile, Ohio State and Purdue are in flux, with sweeping roster and staff overhauls underway. With the transfer portal about to swing open, both programs are ready to steady their ships this offseason.   0:00 - Texas QB Arch Manning to be the next college football villain? 11:52 - Early preseason No. 1 team pick: Clemson 17:41 - Penn State QB Drew Allar on track for No. 1 spot in 2026 NFL Draft? 20:52 - Ohio State's major roster and staff changes 31:02 - New coach Barry Odom begins Purdue rebuild 38:08 - Spring buzz on Ole Miss QB Austin Simmons 39:58 - Spring buzz on Oklahoma coach Brent Venables 40:49 - Spring buzz on Alabama's unknown starting quarterback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Bill Connelly, creator of the SP+ ranking, discuss the rise of Arch Manning as he takes the reins at Texas. Will the fan love last—or is he destined for backlash, like other rising stars? The crew also breaks down this season's elite quarterback contenders, asking: who's in line for the QB1 crown—Penn State's Drew Allar or LSU's Garrett Nussmeier? Meanwhile, Ohio State and Purdue are in flux, with sweeping roster and staff overhauls underway. With the transfer portal about to swing open, both programs are ready to steady their ships this offseason.   0:00 - Texas QB Arch Manning to be the next college football villain? 11:52 - Early preseason No. 1 team pick: Clemson 17:41 - Penn State QB Drew Allar on track for No. 1 spot in 2026 NFL Draft? 20:52 - Ohio State's major roster and staff changes 31:02 - New coach Barry Odom begins Purdue rebuild 38:08 - Spring buzz on Ole Miss QB Austin Simmons 39:58 - Spring buzz on Oklahoma coach Brent Venables 40:49 - Spring buzz on Alabama's unknown starting quarterback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, discuss the final possession of the NCAA title game - How Florida, chaotic and unpolished throughout the tournament, leaned on depth, resilience, and opportunity to survive Houston's relentless pressure.  0:00 - How the NCAA title game unfolded 3:55 - Todd Golden vs Kelvin Sampson 6:19 - Is Florida a new blue blood hoops school? 7:16 - Florida navigates season under Title IX probe 9:00 - All that stood between Houston and the title 11:19 - A closer look at the last four possessions 13:26 - Raw postgame images from each locker room 19:35 - This Final Four is what the tourney deserved 21:08 - Todd Golden is a rising star, has an analytics edge 24:57 - Walter Clayton Jr: Final Four Most Outstanding Player 27:29 - College hoops over NBA - A growing trend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel break down a defining week for Stanford football. The program hired Frank Reich, signaling a clear embrace of an NFL-style identity—but that move raises big questions, especially around recruiting and whether Andrew Luck, now Stanford's general manager, can convince Reich to stay beyond one season. If he can't, then who steps in next? Out in Colorado, Deion Sanders grabs headlines with a $54 million extension. The next big question: Can he keep the Buffaloes competitive in the Big 12? 1:58 - Stanford hires Frank Reich, embraces NFL identity 6:03 - Stanford's recruiting challenge 8:25 - Reich's historic comeback game with Maryland Terrapins 10:23 - How many schools will adopt the GM model? 13:53 - Stanford's split with Troy Taylor was unavoidable 16:10 - Stanford's next coach: Who is a good fit? 23:16 - Deion Sanders lands $54 million extension 30:51 - The art and chaos of picking a perfect bracket 35:43 - The dread and pain of a game-turning rewrite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick things off on a Monday by getting the latest on the NCAA Men's Tournament from ESPN's Pete Thamel. Plus we hear from Auburn Head Coach Bruce Pearl who had another deep run in the tournament. And of course we take your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel and Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, discuss how the NCAA Tournament is transforming—and if this is really for the better. The SEC's 14 teams in the field edged out mid-major teams which led to chalk in the first and second round. Is this what kills the domino of upsets and Cinderella runs everyone is so used to? Also, what happens to the Big East? Will their teams secure spots among the power conferences? As of right, BYU is turning heads and grabbing headlines. Do they have a chance to win a tourney title and why do they have lofty expectations for the next few years to come?   0:00 - Why chalk is okay in the first and second rounds 5:10 - Did the SEC deserve 14 teams in the tournament? 14:45 - Is there room for the Big East alongside the SEC and Big Ten? 21:03 - Why BYU will top headlines in the coming years 25:08 - How BYU signed future NBA star AJ Dybantsa 28:48 - The Rick Pitino - John Calipari rivalry 33:58 - Why did Rick Pitino bench RJ Luis? 39:32 - The two Sweet 16 matchups to watch 40:59 - Maryland head coach Kevin Willard to Villanova? 49:30 - The ACC's most interesting head coach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel, Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, & Bill Connelly, ESPN writer dive into their first gut reactions to the field, from Auburn's No. 1 seed in the South Region to UC San Diego surging in with momentum. Plus, they break down key first-round matchups like Marquette vs. New Mexico and Louisville vs. Creighton, and debate how far teams like Yale and Michigan State can really go.   0:00 - Initial gut reactions to the tourney bracket 10:09 - Auburn: The number one seed in the south region 10:27 - UC San Diego entering the tourney with momentum 12:07 - Iowa State likely out after major player injury? 14:43 - Fun matchup: Marquette vs. New Mexico 15:46 - How far can Yale go? 18:00 - Spicy close matchup: Louisville vs. Creighton 19:28 - Michigan St: A chalky pick 22:05 - No. 1 seed Auburn doesn't have a history of winning 24:00 - Should the SEC have 14 teams in the tourney? 27:16 - Preview: First Four play-in games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel, Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, & Bill Connelly, ESPN writer, discuss the East Region - the NCAA Tournament's biggest offensive powerhouse. BYU is ready to light up anyone in their path, but VCU lurks as a defensive force capable of shutting down the best. The guys also dive into Arizona's star player that might be able to carry the team and if Duke can survive without Cooper Flagg.   0:00 - East region: The tourney's offensive powerhouse 2:02 - BYU: The elite scoring team 3:08 - VCU plays some of the best defense in the region 3:55 - Alabama isn't as tough as you think 5:00 - Why Oregon lost their way this season 6:30 - How college ball is evolving 11:30 - Baylor has been bit by the injury bug 14:22 - Arizona has the most enigmatic player in the country 17:02 - Can Akron's coach lead his team to upset Arizona? 22:26 - How long can Duke go without Cooper Flagg? 23:57 -  Why Montana doesn't stand a chance 25:37 - Saint Mary's is an anomaly this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel, Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, & Bill Connelly, ESPN writer, discuss the battlefield that is the West Region. UConn's Dan Hurley is eyeing a massive upset over No. 1 seed Florida, while Oklahoma's NBA-bound star is ready to step into the spotlight. Colorado State sees a clear path forward, but may stumble to Texas Tech or St. John's. With so many top contenders colliding, which team will make emerge and advance to the Final Four?   0:00 - What makes the West Region a gauntlet? 5:06 - UConn's Dan Hurley to upset Florida, the No. 1 seed? 13:16 - Oklahoma's coveted NBA prospect 14:46 - Colorado State's favorable pathway 16:37 - Drake's strategy is to run down the shot clock, will it work? 20:08 - Maryland ready to go on a run, can they get to the Elite Eight? 23:37 - Texas & St. John's are heavyweights in the West Region 25:37 - Why Kansas vs. Arkansas is a spicy matchup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel, Jeff Borzello, ESPN college basketball insider, & Bill Connelly, ESPN writer, discuss the traps in the Midwest Region! Houston may be a top seed, but a showdown with Gonzaga looms large. Also in the region are McNeese and High Point, who are eyeing Cinderella runs that could shake up the bracket. Kentucky, the No. 3 seed, has stumbled into March looking anything but steady, and Tennessee's coach is looking to rewrite history for himself. The guys end their tournament bracket preview by unveiling who they think will fill the Final Four spots.   0:00 - Houston's brutal second round matchup against Gonzaga 3:52 - McNeese & High Point could be potential upset picks 5:48 - Kentucky, the No. 3 seed, looked disheveled the past couple of weeks 10:15 - UCLA vs. Utah St: Two big brands meet in the first round 12:07 - Tennessee's coach has a tortured NCAA Tournament history 14:19 - Jeff Borzello's Final Four picks 16:05 - Bill Connelly's Final Four picks 17:05 - Pete Thamel's Final Four picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel & ESPN writer Bill Connelly discuss Bowling Green's splashy offseason move by hiring Eddie George as their new head football coach - It's also a big win for the Mid-American Conference whose offseason has seen other coaches and players leave for greener pastures. The guys also look at early storylines for next season. Is Clemson back? Are they a top five team right now? Will Notre Dame's new roster get them to the College Football Playoff? Who will lead the charge at the quarterback position, Steve Angeli or CJ Carr?  0:00 - Why eyes are on Eddie George at Bowling Green 2:22 - The two emerging head coach hiring trends 6:10 - The talented coaches & players leaving the MAC 13:41 - The MAC rivalry you may not know about 14:19 - A way-too-early CFP scenario prediction 19:17 - Will Clemson be a top five team next season? 21:26 - In a 14-team CFP, what is the 4-4-2-2-1-1 model? 36:39 - How will head coach Marcus Freeman reset Notre Dame? 40:38 - Who will be Notre Dame's starting quarterback be next season? 42:23 - How is Rece on EA Sports CFB 25 Dynasty Mode? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel discuss the bitter standoff between the ACC, Florida State, and Clemson that threatened to fracture the conference. Now that a settlement has emerged, they get into what it entails and if it's sustainable through 2030. Then, Field Yates, NFL Draft analyst joins the pod! He attended the NFL Combine and shares which players he thinks put on a standout performance and the possible hits Will Howard's and Shedeur Sanders' draft stock took. 0:00 - Why were the ACC, Florida State & Clemson at odds? 6:13 - How big of a deal is the ACC, FSU, Clemson settlement? 10:20 - How much revenue will be paid to players? 13:22 - What will college football look like in 2030? 15:39 - Will streaming services want to broadcast games? 18:18 - The best way to watch the NCAA Tournament 21:12 - How good are AI chat bots at NCAA Tourney trivia? 23:27 - Why teams will overthink DL Mason Graham 25:17 - The NFL draft difference makers outside the top 10 30:30 - Will Howard's poor performance at the NFL Combine 35:26 - Did Shedeur Sanders shoot down his NFL draft stock? 39:54 - Field Yates' near altercation at the NFL Combine 44:20 - Should teams be charged a timeout for faked injuries? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Auburn Tigers get a historic win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa Saturday. Auburn Basketball was unveiled as the overall #1 Seed prior to the game and only increased their hold on that. Alabama Basketball was the overall #2 and most analysts feel that remains unchanged. So, what do we get out of the Auburn win at Alabama? We give you the national reaction to Auburn’s win. How tough is the bounce back for Alabama after the loss? The schedule is daunting. What did we learn from the Selection Committee’s Rankings released prior to the game? ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported from Tuscaloosa that the NCAA Tournament appears headed to expansion to 76 teams, your reaction? Other winners and losers from the SEC and National Basketball weekend. Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger reports The Big Ten and SEC are in control of the College Football Playoff and it appears destined for immediate expansion. The Top 10 Highest Paid College Football Coaches now that the market has settled after carousel season. Who said Aaron Rodgers pleaded to stay with the New York Jets? Boo the Star Spangled Banner and find out.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Auburn Tigers get a historic win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa Saturday. Auburn Basketball was unveiled as the overall #1 Seed prior to the game and only increased their hold on that. Alabama Basketball was the overall #2 and most analysts feel that remains unchanged. So, what do we get out of the Auburn win at Alabama? We give you the national reaction to Auburn’s win. How tough is the bounce back for Alabama after the loss? The schedule is daunting. What did we learn from the Selection Committee’s Rankings released prior to the game? ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported from Tuscaloosa that the NCAA Tournament appears headed to expansion to 76 teams, your reaction? Other winners and losers from the SEC and National Basketball weekend. Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger reports The Big Ten and SEC are in control of the College Football Playoff and it appears destined for immediate expansion. The Top 10 Highest Paid College Football Coaches now that the market has settled after carousel season. Who said Aaron Rodgers pleaded to stay with the New York Jets? Boo the Star Spangled Banner and find out.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Auburn Tigers get a historic win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa Saturday. Auburn Basketball was unveiled as the overall #1 Seed prior to the game and only increased their hold on that. Alabama Basketball was the overall #2 and most analysts feel that remains unchanged. So, what do we get out of the Auburn win at Alabama? We give you the national reaction to Auburn’s win. How tough is the bounce back for Alabama after the loss? The schedule is daunting. What did we learn from the Selection Committee’s Rankings released prior to the game? ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported from Tuscaloosa that the NCAA Tournament appears headed to expansion to 76 teams, your reaction? Other winners and losers from the SEC and National Basketball weekend. Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger reports The Big Ten and SEC are in control of the College Football Playoff and it appears destined for immediate expansion. The Top 10 Highest Paid College Football Coaches now that the market has settled after carousel season. Who said Aaron Rodgers pleaded to stay with the New York Jets? Boo the Star Spangled Banner and find out.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys are live from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida ahead of tonight's Field Pass for the Orange Bowl between Notre Dame & Penn State on ESPN2. The boys cover all the latest NFL coaching carousel news & preview the College Football Playoff Semifinals & NFL's (Super) Wildcard Weekend. In the first hour, the boys are joined live on set by NFL super Agent Drew Rosenhaus of Rosenhaus Sports, where he discusses his client Tyreek Hill battling through a broken wrist this season and clarifies his emotional Week 18 postgame comments, discusses what it's like representing younger athletes through NIL, including Penn State's standout edge rusher Abdul Carter, who is a gametime decision tonight, and talks about what it's like working with NFL coaches & General Managers like Kevin O'Connell & Vikings assistant GM Ryan Grigson, who is interviewing for the GM opening with the Jets. We kick off the second hour with a visit from Obie, the Orange Bowl mascot (an orange), and Hard Rock Stadium's head chef, Jon, swings by with some good meat. UNC Tar Heels' new General Manager & longtime friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi joins the show live from Chapel Hill to combat rumors that Bill Belichick is leaving Chapel Hill for the NFL, chat about how much he is enjoying working in College Football in the NIL era, how he sees Super Wildcard Weekend playing out, team culture, and much more. Also in the second hour, the boys react to news that the Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with GM Tom Telesco shortly after relieving HC Antonio Pierce of his duties & that Georgia QB Carson Beck has entered the transfer portal after previously declaring for the NFL Draft. The boys facetime College GameDay's College Football Insider Pete Thamel to talk about reports that Notre Dame has come down with the flu, where Carson Beck might be headed, and more. In the third hour, the boys react to the news that the NFL is trying to take the Super out of Super Wildcard Weekend, Stanford Steve joins the progrum to pick all the games with the guys, and much more. Tune in to the Field Pass tonight at 7:30pm on ESPN2 for the Orange Bowl & tomorrow night live from the Cotton Bowl. The show will be off tomorrow and back for a MASSIVE Overreaction Monday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12pm-3pm EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices