Podcast appearances and mentions of Rich Rodriguez

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about tonight's slate of college football games to kick off week 1 of the season, as well as everything happening in the NFL with the season one week away. Joining the progrum to chat about Nebraska football tonight, Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson, as well as Bussin' with the Boys' new partnership with ESPN, 9 year NFL veteran, co-host of Bussin' with the Boys, Will Compton. Next, 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, current GM of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about how the team is coming together and what he expects Monday night against TCU, and some of the different contractural situations in the NFL. Later, Head Coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, Rich Rodriguez joins the show to chat about rebuilding the culture at West Virginia, what it takes to obtain a hard edge and how long it takes him to figure out whether or not a player will be a good fit, his coaching style, this upcoming season and much more. Lastly, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the progrum to chat about the news that the Cowboys are officially open to hearing trade offers for Micah Parsons, and that the Cowboys would like to get this situation resolved one way or another before their  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

YES!It's time for the first game preview of Rich Rodriguez's first season back in Morgantown. On Saturday, the Mountaineers pull the curtain back on a new chapter of West Virginia University football. What should we expect?  Go ahead and take a guess. (No one really knows)There will be over 120 players on the field between the Mountaineers and visiting Coloniols of Robert Morris.  That speaks volumes about the new world of college football expedited by a coaching change. In this episode, the "Guys" breakdown the matchup and what it all means.  Listener questions and comments complete the show. 

College football insider Max Olson of ESPN.com joins the show to break down the most compelling season openers, including Auburn's high-pressure trip to Baylor and West Virginia's dramatic roster overhaul under Rich Rodriguez. Olson shares insight on Nebraska vs. Cincinnati, Texas vs. Ohio State, and how the transfer portal has reshaped programs heading into 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacksonville St vs. Central Florida College Football Pick Prediction 8/28/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Jacksonville St at UCF 7PM ET—Jacksonville St finished at 9-5 last season. Charles Kelly enters his first season as head coaching taking over for the departed Rich Rodriguez. The Gamecocks return six starters. Jacksonville ST averaged 36 points per game with 443 yards.

Ryan Decker and Cody Nespor preview West Virginia football's season opener against Robert Morris this week on the Gold and Blue Nation Podcast. They also give an overview of what should be a wide-open Big 12 title race this season and review WVU's first depth chart of the year. Hear from WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez on why he has hope for the Mountaineers this year.

Rich Rodriguez thoughts on Game One vs. Robert Morris. RMU head coach Bernard Clark, Jr. 

It's here!  The countdown to one of the most anticipated West Virginia football seasons has entered GAME WEEK.  On Saturday afternoon, Rich Rodriguez will navigate the sidelines of Mountaineer Field for the first time in 17 years.  It's an event that many thought would never happen, and a needle-mover for the college football world. The return of Rodriguez brings with it more questions than answers.  Can Coach Rod rekindle his Mountaineer magic? Can a rebuilt WVU roster play with the Hard Edge the coach demands?  We'll begin to learn the answers on Saturday when Robert Morris provides the opposition to kick off WVU's 135th season of football. In this episode, the "Guys" put the Rodriguez return into perspective and answer listener questions and comments. 3 Guys returns Thursday with their preview of Saturday's game. 

We made it! Football is here! Week 0 may only be a small sample size, but if you ask Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey, they don't care because we finally get to watch games. Even with Week 0 being only a few games, we are already getting a Top 25 matchup in Ireland. "Farmageddon" goes to Europe for this Big 12 rivalry as 22nd ranked Iowa State takes on 17th ranked Kansas State. Andy, Ross and Steven talk about the keys to this game and the impact this may have on a wide open Big 12. Plus, they dive into what to expect out of the Big 12 conference and how we could see Week 0 evolve into a much larger slate of games in the future. Could Week 0 become the new Week 1?Later in the show, Ross goes in-depth on his conversation with West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez. He chronicles the journey of the former West Virginia hero turned pariah being welcomed home! The guys discuss Rich Rod's stops along the way and how it always felt like West Virginia was where he wanted to get back to. The two-time Big East Coach of the Year led the Mountaineers to four Big East titles, but the football landscape is much different this time around. What are the expectations from the Mountaineer faithful? What is considered success and what are the realistic expectations in this new age of college football? Finally, bold season predictions must be made before games are played, otherwise the predictions become far less bold. That is exactly what the guys do to wrap up the show as the guys predict an underdog SEC team who may surprise some people, a guess at who will make the CFP and a prediction of who will win it all!The final College Football Enquirer before the season kicks off. Let's go! (4:39) - "Farmageddon" preview and the future of Week 0 games(28:12) - Rich Rod's journey to return to West Virginia(50:44) - Bold season predictions Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Rich Rodriguez and the WVU football coaching staff has brought six new players into the program from the transfer portal during Fall camp. In this episode, Couz will discuss that and whether or not it's a sign of desperation for the Mountaineers. He will take a look at all six of the players and tell what role they could fill for WVU. That includes the most recent addition, which was offensive lineman, Jude Edwards. Couz will break down his game and talk about why he may be a diamond in the rough type of player. #wvu #wvufootball #transferportal ___________________________________________________ Sources: WV Sports Chat: https://wvsportschat.com/2025/08/17/with-only-two-weeks-until-the-season-starts-wvu-football-continues-to-build-roster/ WVU Sports: https://wvusports.com/sports/football/roster?sort=position ____________________________________________________ ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/16/25

WVU football coach Rich Rodriguez has complimented his quarterbacks multiple times since the start of Fall camp. He's even hinted that the Mountaineers could potentially throw the football more than they run it in 2025. With Rich Rod known as a run-first coach, this came as a surprise to many WVU fans. In this episode, Couz is going to explain why West Virginia being a pass heavy team, or at least a more balanced team, can be a winning formula in Morgantown. Couz will bring stats from some of Coach Rodriguez's previous stops and talk about why the strategy may work for the current Mountaineer team. #wvufootball #wvu #richrodriguez ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Since the 2025 season marks the beginning of another new era for college football, Mike Asti welcomed Bill Bender of the Sporting News back on Mike Drop to discuss health of the sport and what the future may look like. They also talked Rich Rodriguez's return to West Virginia in the back half of the show.

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/13/25

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/12/25

NIL is now permitted for West Virginia high school athletes - we discuss with Metronews' Greg Carey;Question of the Night: Which former West Virginia high school athlete would have made the most money from NIL had it been allowed previously? Rich Rodriguez press conference and TE coach Michael Nysewander discuss football camp. 

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/11/25

Big nonconference game announcment from the WVU men's basketball program; Football camp continues with an update from Tony Caridi and interview clips from Rich Rodriguez.

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/9/25

The second run for Rich Rodriguez as head coach of the WVU football program begins on August 30, 2025. How many games will Rich Rod win in his first season back? Couz and Jonathan give you their thoughts in episode 39 of the Gold & Blue Breakdown show. From the season opener against Robert Morris, to the Backyard Brawl, to nine games of Big 12 play; the 2025 college football season is full of exciting games for the West Virginia Mountaineers. With so much parity in the Big 12 Conference, and with so many question marks for WVU, it's even harder to know what to expect for this upcoming season. How good will Pitt be this year? Can Arizona State be even better than they were in 2024? Does losing Travis Hunter make Colorado more beatable? Can Utah turn things around this year? All of these are questions that Couz and Jonathan will tackle in the episode. #wvu #wvufootball #wvumountaineers ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

WVU football coach Rich Rodriguez announced at his daily press conference that only two running backs were active for practice; Jahiem White and Diore Hubbard, due to injuries and eligibility concerns of the other backs. He also announced the possible addition of one legacy running back, Andre Devine. Couz will talk about the situation in the WVU running back room and the addition of Devine in this episode. One of he ineligible running backs, Tye Edwards, is one of four players suing the NCAA over their status because of antitrust law. Couz will provide an update on that case and explain why the West Virginia players have a chance to be successful and play for the Mountaineers this season. #wvu #wvufootball #richrodriguez Sources: @samcehrlich on X (formerly Twitter) WVU Sports Song: Smoke Rising Music by: CreatorMix.com Video: https://youtu.be/_oaZzkn0bW4 ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/8/25

Football camp continues...interviews with Rich Rodriguez, Jarod Bowie, KK Tarnue

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/7/25

When it comes to Rich Rodriguez, what you hear isn't always what you get. The veteran WVU football coach regularly uses his press conferences to send messages to his players, coaches and fans. So, how do you decipher Coach Rod? That's just one of many topics the "Guys" discuss as the Mountaineers begin week two of preseason practice. The crew also presents an historical summary of the winning percentage for first-year coaches in the Power 4 conferences. Listener questions and comments complete the episode. 

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/6/25

Tony Caridi joins the show to talk about fall football camp; Rich Rodriguez meets with the media and sound from offensive lineman Kimo Makane'ole

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/5/25

The WVU football program has been waiting on the NCAA to approve waivers for four of their incoming transfer players for 2025. The players have now sued the NCAA to try and get eligibility for the season. In this episode, Couz breaks down what this means for Rich Rodriguez and the West Virginia team. He will also give some details about the lawsuits and will reference an article from Rivals. #wvu #wvufootball #richrodriguez Source: Rivals/On3: https://www.on3.com/sites/wv-sports/news/four-wvu-players-sue-ncaa-over-eligibility-rules/ ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

The West Virginia head coach is constant entertainment at the podium, going from one time talking about only 2 RBs who made it through practice to then talking about how this generation has it better than anyone else He discussed how people in the past in the state would work 24/7, even after their shift at work ended, and now said there's a brand new ice cream machine for the players…quite the commentary from the head coach Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 8/4/25

Post practice comments from Rich Rodriguez & Nicco Marchoil.Joe Brocato on the road at high school football camps. 

Matt Baker from The Athletic joins Couz to discuss his recent article about the value of Power 4 college football teams. In the article, he ranked WVU football at #53 out of only 68 teams. Couz will ask Matt to explain the criteria used for the rankings, as well as why he rated WVU so low. The guys will also discuss what West Virginia can do to improve their overall ranking and where they sit in the pecking order of college football for the next iteration of conference realignment. They will also talk about the potential of North Carolina to join the SEC, potential Big 12 surprise teams, and Big 12 favorites. Finally, Couz will get Matt's thoughts on Rich Rodriguez's return to coach the Mountaineers in 2025. #wvufootball #wvu #conferencerealignment #big12football Matt Baker Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6500596/2025/07/21/college-football-program-valuations-rankings-2025/ ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Hour 2 of Friday's 3 Man Front included the guidelines for Conrad's One Chip Challenge this afternoon, Rich Rodriguez calling out entitled college athletes & your great texts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WVU football post practice comments from Rich Rodriguez & Senior Offensive Assistant Travis Trickett. TBT Talk.George Washington High School rising senior and Wright St. committ Noah Lewis. 

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --A Kanawha County deputy is charged with forcing a female inmate into a sexual encounter--A West Virginian is in Hawaii and shares the fearful experience of tsunami warnings this week--A Logan County school has structural problems and won't house kids in the coming school year--In Sports; WVU football coach Rich Rodriguez displeased with the practice performance of his team at practice and the Best Virginia run in the TBT ends in the semi-finals 

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 7/31/25

Day two practice thoughts from WVU coach Rich Rodriguez & Defensive Coordinator Zac Alley.WVU AD Wren Baker from halftime of Best Virginia TBT game. 

Richard and Alex preview Conference USA, as the league adds Delaware and Missouri State. In this episode:* Liberty remains the favorite, even with a downgrade at QB* Sam Houston is primed for regression after 10 wins and a coaching change* WKU goes back to a strategy that has worked time and again: portaling an entire offense from a lower-level program* UTEP might have a bit of juice under Scotty Walden* Jacksonville State slams the reset button after winning the league and seeing Rich Rodriguez return to West Virginia* FIU has … reason for optimism?* Missouri State is making an ambitious play by jumping to FBS, and we aren't sure it will work out well—at least not in the win column* Delaware looks poised for a smoother transition* Kennesaw State will be much more interesting, but still not good* Middle Tennessee is hunting for reasons for optimism* Louisiana Tech's coach looks to forestall what might be inevitable* New Mexico State makes changes after a turbulent offseasonProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Rich Rodriguez Press Conference 7/30/25

He's colorful, opinionated and the ultimate definition of a "FOOTBALL GUY".  Robert "Dusty" Rutledge begins his second tour of duty with West Virginia University's football program as Senior Associate Athletic Director and Chief of Staff for head coach Rich Rodriguez.  In this episode, Rutledge gives a behind-the-scenes look into over 40 years in the coaching business.  From his days as the last known college player-coach to his ongoing battle with cancer, it's an entertaining and informative visit with a key member of the Mountaineer football program. 

CBS Sports recently ranked all Big 12 football coaches. WVU's Rich Rodriguez came in at number 12 in those rankings. In this episode, Couz will explain why CBS Sports got it wrong. He will compare Rich Rod's resume to the coaches above him in the rankings. Couz will also talk about the praise being heaped on WVU running back Jahiem White by media outlets, primarily PFF. Finally, Couz will provide an update on the health of Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders. He will talk about what this means for Deion, his family, Colorado football and the Big 12. ⭐️Sponsors: ⭐️ http://appalachiadigital.com/couz/ Get Your Tailgating Stuff HERE: http://victorytailgate.pxf.io/CouzCornhole

Shehan Jeyarajah, college football writer for CBS Sports, returns to the show to join Alex and Richard for a meaty preview of the Big 12. You may enjoy Shehan's recent report on the details behind Texas Tech's NIL boom. In this preview:* Arizona State loses Cam Skattebo but still has so much returning from a team that nearly made the playoff semifinals* Iowa State has questions … and probably answers* Cincinnati likely has its best team under Scott Satterfield, which isn't saying a ton but could still be fun* Colorado probably (famous last words) will be less of a media circus* Baylor has huge upside with a full year of Sawyer Robertson at QB* Kansas State needs a less sloppy season from Avery Johnson* BYU's linebackers rock, but the QB situation does not* Oklahoma State asks: Does Mike Gundy have one last job in him?* UCF reunites with Scott Frost but may find that the world has changed* Texas Tech spent millions of dollars on the No. 2 transfer portal class. Shehan explains the nuts and bolts of how the Red Raiders are trying to get a bang for their buck, and the group talks about reasonable expectations* WVU has Richard deeply intrigued as Rich Rodriguez comes home* TCU can't waste a quarterback like Josh Hoover* Kansas has Jalon Daniels back, a solid defense, and medical questions* Houston brings on Conner Weigman, who's hoping for a better second act* Arizona might no longer be the offense-first dynamo we thought they were* Utah should be much better … but how much better?We then award Big 12 preseason awards such as the Split Zone Duo Dude of the Year, the Low-Key Cool Game of the Year, and the Coach Who's Most Likely Not to Return. Thanks to Shehan for joining us and to you for listening.Tell us why you love college footballLeave us a voicemail, and we may include it in an upcoming show. You can leave us this voicemail in one of two ways:* Calling our Google Voice number: +1 201-429-5147* Submitting via this link: https://voicecast.app/szdLet us know your favorite team if you've got one, and leave your name or don't. We just want to hear why you enjoy the sport.Cool stuff from Split Zone Duo's partners* Use SZD20 for 20% off your first order at Homefield.* Enter your favorite CFB road trip at our Nokian Tyres landing page, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win free tires.Producer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Who are the best head coaches in the Big 12 heading into the 2025 college football season? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo rank all 16 Big 12 coaches from top to bottom. Find out where guys like Mike Gundy, Lance Leipold, Kalani Sitake, and newcomers like Rich Rodriguez and Scott Frost land on the list.In this video:Coaching rankings from No. 16 to No. 1!Breakdowns of each coach's resume and 2025 outlook!Who's rising, who's falling, and who's under pressure!

Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SPEAK YOUTUBE CHANNEL⁠⁠⁠ (00:00) How good can the Lakers be with Deandre Ayton? / LeBron's fit in LA / Thunder dynasty potential (20:32) How much pressure is Joe Burrow under? / How good can Cowboys be with healthy Dak Prescott? (42:55) Rich Rodriguez joins show (52:44) What version of Deandre Ayton do you expect? / Kevin Durant reflects on time with Nets (1:10:32) Which NFL head coach on a new team will lead his team to most success? (1:18:47) Fair or Foul? (1:26:31) Speak Up! (1:28:09) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big 12 Football coaches spoke on Day 2 of Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, at The Star. Here is sound from five of the coaches BYU football will face in the 2025 season. Colorado's Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders West Virginia's Rich Rodriguez Arizona's Brent Brennan Utah's Kyle Whittingham TCU's Sonny Dykes Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593

Big 12 Football coaches spoke in a roundtable at Day 2 of Big 12 Football Media Days in Frisco, Texas, on July 9, 2025, with ESPN's Matt Berrie. The coaches included Houston's Willie Fritz, Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy, West Virginia's Rich Rodriguez, Kansas' Lance Leipold, TCU's Sonny Dykes, Utah's Kyle Whittingham, Arizona's Brent Brennan, and Colorado's Coach Prime. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593

Big 12 Media Days - West Virginia Coach Rich Rodriguez Big 12 Media Day Press Conference

Rich Rodriguez WVU Head Football Coach joins 365 Sports to discus shis thoughts on what it is like coming into a brand new team, his thoughts on what it is like to be back in West Virginia, his thoughts on the athletic director Wren Baker and alignment of the university, how Morgantown is home to him and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3:18pm-Brett Yormark, Big 12 Commissioner3:30pm- Greg McElroy, ESPN 4:00pm-Cody Campbell, Matador Club 4:25pm-Kalani Sitake, BYU Football Coach 4:45pm-Sonny Dykes, TCU Football Coach (LIVE) 5:10pm- Scott Satterfield, Cincinnati Football Coach 5:15pm-Rich Rodriguez, West Virginia Football Coach 5:50pm-Paul Catalina's “Top 5”/Andrew's Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 Big 12 Media Days are here, and we're breaking down the biggest storylines you need to know. From Deion Sanders' second year in the Big 12, to new faces like Rich Rodriguez and Scott Frost, who is under pressure (Joey McGuire!) and much more!