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WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingThis episode ends exactly when it's supposed to! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
Another piece of college football tradition has been lost due to the changing of the times. On Monday, it was announced that the Notre Dame and USC rivalry will be cancelled as both sides could not reach an agreement to extend the series. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss what caused yet another casualty in college football. Is this another move that we can blame on TV networks? Will we ever see this game return? While the schools are now looking for opponents to replace that game, Notre Dame also announced that it is finalizing a two-year deal to face BYU starting in 2026. The crew discusses the matchup that could have had huge CFP implications this season.Then, the guys discuss what non-CFP bowl games they are most interested in. They dive into the bowl that has had a meteoric rise in popularity, the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The crew looks at what makes this bowl so intriguing and they discuss the matchup on the field that will see #22 Georgia Tech take on #12 BYU. Plus, Godfrey gets upset that Ross was the only one of the group who got reached out to for a Pop-Tarts care package. They also take a look at what other bowl matchups they are most interested in watching.Later, the guys update everyone on the continued Michigan search. Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss interim head coach Biff Poggi's strong comments the other day that included phrases like "a malfunctioning organization" and "before I go smoke myself to death with cigars, I want to fix this program." They chat about if Poggi has a legitimate shot at the role and who are some other candidates that could fit well in. Lastly, the guys briefly talk about Bobby Petrino going to be Bill Belichick's offensive coordinator at North Carolina.0:00:00 - USC vs. Notre Dame rivalry game ended10:48 - USC announces series vs. BYU17:10 - Who is to blame for USC/Notre Dame?27:26 - Pop-Tarts bowl phenomenon & matchup38:11 - Other intriguing non-CFP bowl games41:57 - Michigan coaching search continues55:43 - Bobby Petrino to UNC as OC Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingThis episode ends exactly when it's supposed to! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingThis episode ends exactly when it's supposed to! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
The first round of the College Football Playoff is in the books. Oregon, Ole Miss, Alabama and Miami move on to the quarterfinal matchups on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. While some of the matchups in the first round this season were more competitive than last year, the lop-sided victories over the Group of Five schools, Tulane and James Madison, have sparked debate on whether there should be G5 schools in the CFP. Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey have a heated debate on this topic. Ross Dellenger also joins in as the three discuss what changes should be made for future College Football Playoffs. Then, they dive deeper into the matchup that saw Alabama come away victorious. The guys discuss all of the talk, leading up to the game, about Kalen DeBoer and if he would be leaving for Michigan or potentially even fired if he lost this game. They also talk about how Alabama handled their early deficit, in contrast to how they played in the SEC title game, and if the Crimson Tide can make a run.Later, the guys discuss the Michigan coaching search and where it is at. DeBoer appears to be out, especially since he is still in the CFP, and now Michigan's rumored other target is off of the table. Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham has signed an extension to stay with the Sun Devils, eliminating him from the Michigan opening. Biff Poggi is the interim head coach. Is there a chance he could become the permanent choice? Some other ideas are tossed out about a coach with the last name Harbaugh and a coach who just stepped down in Utah. Come get caught up on all things CFP and beyond with College Football Enquirer.0:00:00 - Recap of the CFP First Round8:38 - Changes the CFP should make32:38 - Alabama comes back to beat Oklahoma46:29 - Update on Michigan's coaching search Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The first round of the playoffs did exactly what we expected it to do. A little bit of everything and maybe the potential for something totally new. Then Braden talks with Steven Godfrey about one of the wildest coaching carousels in modern college football history.
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves ... HOWEVER!Since the four first-round CFP games are all on campus and not “really” bowl games, we're doing a semi-traditional preview episode here. Don't worry, it's still mostly stupidNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
Steven Godfrey joins the show to talk all things college football. What story will this playoff give us? What does the future schedule of the rankings release TV show look like? Do the networks ever relinquish control to a centralized governing body? What the hell is happening at Michigan? What about Lane Kiffin? And what makes this coaching cycle different? Braden Gall and Steve Cavendish talk Nashville sports, media and business. Listen to "Mashville: An Improbably History of Nashville Craft Beer." Thanks, 8th & Roast Become a Nashville Banner member. Sign up to Lower Broad Hockey here.
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
The time has finally arrived. Twelve regular season games, and the conference championship games, have all led up to this point. After all of the questions, debate, anger and anxiety; the first round of the College Football Playoff begins Friday! The excitement gets started with ninth-seeded Alabama visiting eighth-seeded Oklahoma. A rematch from the regular season in which the Sooners came out on top. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss the matchup and what they think both teams need to do to come out victorious. Then, they take a look at another big-time matchup that will see tenth-seeded Miami visit seventh-seeded Texas A&M. They discuss the quick turnaround A&M has made under Mike Elko and how Miami can come away victorious. Also, Godfrey discusses the Group of Five teams deserving a spot in the Playoff and Ross looks at the fourteen coaches who will be coaching in the Playoff despite having accepted a different coaching job for next season. Then, Ross talks about a story he wrote last year that is coming back to light. The current CFP agreement states that in the 2026 season, the Power 4 conference champions will be guaranteed a spot in the field. It also stated that a Top-12 ranked Notre Dame would automatically get a bid. This overlooked and forgotten caveat has become the topic of much debate. The crew discusses its impact and what may come of this agreement if the Playoff is expanded to 16 teams. They also dive into the NFL's impact on the CFP and why some of the premiere college games this weekend are not in the premiere time slots.Later, it's time for I've Got A Feeling. You get double the picks today as the guys not only pick games for this weekend, but they also pick who they think will be crowned National Champion. Alabama, Miami and Montana State are the favorites for the weekend. Meanwhile, two Big Ten teams and one SEC team are chosen to win it all!Get ready for the College Football Playoff with College Football Enquirer.0:00:00 - Alabama vs. Oklahoma CFP preview17:14 - Miami vs. Texas A&M CFP preview24:21 - CFP Coaches who are leaving their team30:40 - Automatic bids changing for future CFPs47:53 - How the NFL impacts the CFP54:17 - I've Got A Feeling59:53 - I've Got A Feeling National Champ edition Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what “deserves” means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
WWWWWWWWELCOME to the return of 40 For 40, our bowl preview series where every bowl game gets its own episode and each episode is exactly as long as that game deserves.Who decides what "deserves" means? We do! Thank you for askingNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEThis episode was produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme 40 For 40 intro arranged and performed by Russell PowellFullcast theme 40 For 40 outro arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
The transfer portal does not open until January 2nd, but you would not have known that by looking at the news coming from the college football world on Monday. Athletes continue to announce their intentions to enter the transfer portal, and some top quarterbacks will be on the move in a couple of weeks. Florida's DJ Lagway, Nebraska's Dylan Raiola and Cincinnati's Brendan Sorsby all announced they will be playing for a different school next season. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss who the top available quarterback is and where some of these guys might land. They also discuss NIL's impact on all of this. A common thought is that players are transferring for more money, but are some quarterbacks transferring because they are being forced out of their current NIL contracts?Then, the guys chat about a judge granting Jeremy Pruitt a preliminary injunction against the NCAA. This blocks the six-year show-cause order against Pruitt and moves him one step closer to returning to the sidelines. Jesse Minter also has a show-cause from his time at Michigan, and Pruitt's ruling makes the crew wonder if his show-cause order could get overturned should Michigan look to hire him as their next head coach. In the latest news from the Michigan coaching search, Kalen DeBoer has now said multiple times that he is not leaving Alabama. Although part of the crew is not convinced, the guys discuss who else the Wolverines may look to.Later, Godfrey finally makes his case to save the bowls. The bowl season is a time that used to be cherished by many, but the creation of the College Football Playoff, among other issues, has caused a decline in anticipation and excitement for bowl games. Steven Godfrey turns the bowl season on its head and makes his pitch for how the bowls could be revitalized.Stay caught up on all things college football with College Football Enquirer.0:00 - Top QBs entering transfer portal11:36 - How NIL could be forcing transfers25:24 - Jeremy Pruitt wins big court ruling33:45 - Michigan's coaching search42:56 - Steven Godfrey saves the bowls Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The Indiana Hoosiers have their first Heisman trophy winner. Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the 91st Heisman trophy on Saturday night. He beat out fellow finalists Diego Pavia, Jeremiyah Love and Julian Sayin by a wide margin. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss Mendoza's win and share their thoughts on the quarterback's stellar season. Plus, Andy and Ross share who they voted for. The guys also discuss how the conversation around Mendoza immediately turned to if he will succeed in the NFL. They dive into the NFL's quarterback obsession and where they go wrong when evaluating college quarterbacks. The Heisman ceremony was not the only big event that happened on Saturday. The 126th edition of the Army-Navy game saw Navy take the win for the second straight year. The Midshipmen defeated the Black Knights 17-16 on a late game touchdown pass from Blake Horvath to Eli Heidenreich. Ross was in attendance and shares his experience at the game after the guys share their thoughts on the game.Then, the crew discusses the Big 12's latest news. Last week, Ross shared Utah's news about their private equity deal and the guys said this would open the floodgates. Well, that may be proving to be correct as the Big 12 announced they are close to a private capital deal. Ross shares the story he broke and the crew discusses what the impact of this potential deal could be. Godfrey cautions the risk level of this move.Later, we stay in the Big 12 for some more news. Utah announced that head coach Kyle Whittingham is stepping down. Utah's appearance in the upcoming Las Vegas bowl will be his last game as the leader of the Utes. Defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley has long been Whittingham's heir apparent and will be Utah's new head coach. The guys discuss the timing of this move, if this move will work for Utah and Scalley and if this means that we may see Whittingham coaching elsewhere in the future.Get caught up on all things college football with College Football Enquirer.(0:46) - Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman(23:05) - Ross' Army-Navy game experience/ game recap(30:38) - Big 12's move towards private capital(47:02) - Kyle Whittingham Steps down Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Michigan fired head coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday. He was fired with cause for having an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." The story broke with this news, but continued to evolve and a few hours later it was reported that Moore had been detained by police. Details will continue to come out as more is learned about this situation. Until then, Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey will just look at the football impact of Moore's firing with the big question: Who will be Michigan's next head coach? Signing Day has passed, so Michigan does not need to rush the process of finding their guy. The Transfer Portal opens January 2nd, and it would make sense to want to have a coach in place by that date. Kalen DeBoer is a name that is being rumored, but it is not known if he has any interest. Kenny Dillingham is another name the crew suggests as a good fit. Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss who may be a good fit for the Wolverines going forward.Then, we get some more news from Ross in Vegas. It appears there is momentum to move the playoff to a 16-team model. Most of the conferences are on board, but the Big Ten is still not fully sold. The guys talk about the potential of moving to a 16-team playoff and what that format would look like. The other big piece of news is there seems to be a groundswell of support to get rid of the weekly College Football Playoff Rankings Show. How would ESPN handle the elimination of this show? Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss how realistic this idea is.Later, it is a big weekend in college football. The biggest individual award in the sport will be given out on Saturday. Indiana's quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, is the betting favorite to win the Heisman, but the guys think that Vanderbilt's quarterback, Diego Pavia, might make a push to win the award. Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin and Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love are the other two finalists for the prestigious award. Will Indiana or Vanderbilt have its first Heisman trophy winner? Plus, the guys make their I've Got A Feeling picks. They discuss the Army/Navy game, an FCS playoff game, and one of the first bowl games of the season. Get ready for award and bowl season with College Football Enquirer.(1:09) - Michigan fires Sherrone Moore(9:18) - Who should be Michigan's next head coach?(27:32) - Expanding to a 16-team playoff(30:14) - Ending the CFP weekly rankings show(37:34) - What would a 16-team playoff look like?(49:48) - Heisman preview(52:38) - I've Got A Feeling including an Army/Navy game preview Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
We'll get to the playoff bracket and its fallout, but not before we solve the problem of testing cosmetics on animalsFine, the bracket, whatever, we're all mad at the wrong thingsSitaKey shipping updateWhy do we keep acting like the playoff committee is smart when they keep putting Jeff Long on itLet's look at this next smattering of postseason football contests, why don't weNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEFullcast theme variant arranged and performed by David CookDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
We are a couple of days removed from Sunday's College Football Playoff selection, but the drama continues to unfold. Notre Dame is at the center of the conversation as they continue to discuss being left out of the CFP. Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua was on the Dan Patrick show on Monday and said the ACC's handling of the Playoff situation has done "permanent damage to the relationship." Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss this shaky relationship between Notre Dame and the ACC. They also debate whether the time is coming for Notre Dame to separate itself from the ACC and make a new scheduling deal with either the Big Ten or the SEC. Plus, they chat about the rule that will go into effect next season which gives Notre Dame an automatic CFP berth if they are ranked in the Top 12. Could that rule could potentially be voided? Then, the guys look to the coaching carousel, which has drastically slowed down. Penn State has finally named their new head coach. Matt Campbell, Iowa State's head coach for the last decade, will now lead the Nittany Lions. Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss this hire, why they like it, and what Campbell needs to do to succeed in Happy Valley. Later, Ross discusses the groundbreaking news he broke while recording the pod. Utah has struck a private equity deal. The deal with Otro Capital could make over $500 million. Could this deal open the floodgates? The guys discuss this move and share their hesitations and expectations. Catch up on the latest in the college football world with College Football Enquirer.(1:23) - Notre Dame vs. the ACC(7:20) - Notre Dame's CFP guarantee in 2026(10:22) - Should Notre Dame separate from their ACC deal?(27:26) - Penn State hires Matt Campbell(43:51) - Utah strikes private equity deal Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The time has come! The College Football Playoff bracket is set and it came with plenty of drama surrounding the reveal. After a championship Saturday consisting of a now 8-5 Duke team becoming ACC champions and #9 Alabama being dominated by #3 Georgia, the question was raised of who would get the final at-large spots in the Playoff? Would Miami finally be ranked ahead of Notre Dame? Could both teams get in and Alabama fall out? Would the ACC have no representative at all? We now have our answers. Notre Dame was left out in the cold after the committee kept Alabama in at #9 and jumped Miami to #10. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey share their thoughts on the committee's final bracket. They also dive further into Notre Dame being left out. Why did the committee change their mind in the final ranking? Should they have been in the field? Who has the best path in the bracket? The guys discuss.Then, they dive further into the question of if it is already time to expand the playoff to 16 teams. Andy and Godfrey also look at if conference championship games should be eliminated and more importantly, if the weekly College Football Playoff rankings show should be changed. How should ESPN change the show that seems to only provide controversy, questions and inconsistencies?Later, Ross Dellenger rejoins the show and shares his conversation with Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua. He shares Bevacqua's thoughts on Notre Dame not making the CFP and what went on behind the scenes within the Notre Dame building when the team found out. Bevacqua also calls for the elimination of the weekly CFP ranking shows. Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss Ross and Bevacqua's conversation and they also debate if it is time for Notre Dame to join a conference.Come get all the College Football Playoff insights on College Football Enquirer.(1:09) - College Football Playoff bracket revealed(4:16) - Thoughts on the bracket(16:05) - Should Notre Dame have been in the CFP?(26:28) - Should the Playoff expand to 16 teams?(44:52) - Does the weekly CFP rankings show need to be eliminated?(48:11) - Ross' conversation with Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua(55:44 ) - Does Notre Dame need to join a conference? Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Conference championship weekend is here! Spots in the College Football Playoff are on the line, and not just for teams in Power Four conferences. Could we see two Group of Five teams in this year? Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey preview what they are most interested in this weekend. First, they preview the matchup between the nation's highest ranked teams. #1 Ohio State faces #2 Indiana for the Big Ten Championship Game. Although this game does not have much of an effect on either team making the Playoff, it may tell us a lot about what to expect in the Playoff. Then, it's the Big 12 Championship Game between #11 BYU and #4 Texas Tech. A win for Tech secures a first round bye, but is there a path for BYU to make the Playoff even with a loss in the title game? One of the guys thinks that may be possible. Lastly, they look at the ACC Championship Game and its impact on the CFP. Duke takes on #17 Virginia. Virginia will make the CFP if they win, but Duke coach Manny Diaz thinks that a 7-5 ACC champion Duke team would also make the field. Could this be the case, or would it pave a path for multiple Group of Five teams? The guys debate all of this and more.Later, Ross' Congressional Minute gives an update on the SCORE Act's progress in Congress, or more appropriately, the lack of progress. Ross explains why there has been another delay with the act and if there is any light at the end of the tunnel for its supporters. The guys discuss why there is so much controversy around this act and what needs to happen in the future for any progress to be made.Finally, Andy, Ross and Godfrey give their picks for this week's I've Got A Feeling. Their records have not been great this year, but maybe that will change this week. Georgia, Tulane and Western Michigan are this week's choices.Get ready for the Conference Championships with College Football Enquirer.(3:46) - Big Ten Championship Game preview(9:28) - Big 12 Championship Game preview/ Can BYU make the CFP with a loss?(15:10) - Can Duke make the CFP with a loss to Virginia/ expanding the rankings ahead of conference champ games(26:43) - Ross' Congressional Minute - The SCORE Act gets delayed again(53:07) - I've Got A Feeling picks Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
You may be surprised which hosts end up on which side of the "Play Copperhead Road At Day Care" argumentGeorge Blindness, explainedRemembering Mark Stoops topping all those basketball coachesDJ Durkin's staying at Auburn! Gross!Pete Golding's staying at Oxford! Whatever!Michigan State's 48-hour Only Stick ChallengeFired Coaches Draft updateBob Chesney, great news: The worst part of the UCLA job is the jobPenn State why did you try the cookie peopleNebraska doesn't have enough guys to get clogged upWhich football team is "a rave with hotdogs"Plus! Conference championship and playoff game previewsNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEFullcast theme variant arranged and performed by Trey McClureDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings have been released, but the picture of who is going to make it in the final field is still unclear. A CFP first could happen this year with the potential of two Group of Five teams making the Playoff. This would mean the ACC champion would be left out. Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey discuss the scenario in which this could happen. They also discuss which bubble teams should be concerned and which bubble teams have a good shot at making the Playoff. Can Texas or Miami make their way into the field of 12? Is there a way Miami can jump Notre Dame? The guys dive into all of this and more from the latest rankings reveal.Then, they jump back on the coaching carousel. Kalani Sitake had been rumored as a top candidate for the Penn State job. This is no longer the case as he announced that he will be staying at BYU. Andy and Godfrey explain how this all occurred and what role the CEO of Crumbl played in this story. Then, they discuss where Penn State goes from here and who fits best for the role. The guys also look at some other jobs that have been filled as both Oregon coordinators are set to become head coaches. Oregon's defensive coordinator, Tosh Lupoi, returns to his alma mater to be the head coach at Cal. Oregon's offensive coordinator, Will Stein, is off to be the head coach for Kentucky. How will these new branches from the Dan Lanning tree grow at their new locations?Later, Andy and Godfrey dive into some recruiting news. The early national signing period begins on Wednesday and a shocking flip has already occurred. On Tuesday, it was announced that the top-ranked quarterback, Jared Curtis, is flipping from Georgia to Vanderbilt. The guys dive into this huge news and discuss what it means for Vanderbilt, Georgia and college football as a whole.Get ready for the postseason with College Football Enquirer. (1:43) - Could two Group of Five teams make the CFP?(6:22) - What teams on the bubble have a chance?(13:16) - Breaking down the latest CFP rankings(25:50) - Who should Penn State hire after Sitake miss?(49:04) - Is Dan Lanning starting a new coaching tree?(58:04) - Jared Curtis flips to Vanderbilt Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The Lane Kiffin saga has finally come to a conclusion and it was the messiest version possible. After weeks of proposed "deadlines", meetings and delays, a conclusion has finally been reached. Lane Kiffin has officially left Ole Miss to be the head coach for LSU. Part of the hold-up was that Kiffin wanted to remain Ole Miss' head coach through the College Football Playoff. Ole Miss refused that request. Kiffin is now in Baton Rouge and Pete Golding has been promoted to become Ole Miss' new head coach. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey breakdown how the final few days of the saga played out. They discuss what they expect from Ole Miss under Golding and if Kiffin should have been allowed to coach the Playoff.Lane Kiffin was not the only coaching change that happened on Sunday. In fact, he was one of many. The coaching carousel turned to chaos on Sunday as Jon Sumrall went to Florida, Alex Golesh went to Auburn, Ryan Silverfield went to Arkansas and Pat Fitzgerald went to Michigan State. The guys discuss if each of these hires were the right fit for the school and Lane Kiffin's affect on how all of these hires played out. Later, the guys recap some of the action from Week 14. #1 Ohio State broke their losing streak to #15 Michigan, but the biggest news of the weekend was #16 Texas defeating previously unbeaten #3 Texas A&M. Andy and Godfrey discuss what effect this will have on Tuesdays College Football Playoff rankings. They also take a look at the ACC. #18 Virginia is set to take on Duke in the ACC title game, but what happens if Duke wins? Could the ACC miss out on the CFP completely? Plus, news breaks during the show as Kentucky fires Mark Stoops.Catch up on all of the coaching chaos with College Football Enquirer.(0:52) - Lane Kiffin choses LSU(31:44) - Jon Sumrall to Florida(36:19) - Alex Golesh to Auburn(41:30) - Ryan Silverfield to Arkansas(46:50) - Michigan State fires Jonathan Smith, set to hire Pat Fitzgerald(54:24) - #1 Ohio State defeats #15 Michigan(56:33) - How does #3 Texas A&M's loss change the CFP?(1:07:01) - Kentucky fires Mark Stoops Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Pasta points! What are they, and how could they kill your troops?Is Strega Nona a ladder-puller?Let's turn Floyd's mic on for a minute and talk about Cal's interim situationNEW JETSKI HERO UNLOCKEDIn keeping with our return to Thanksgiving topics, we also return to the topic of workplace behavior on the MoonPhilly Meat HeistThe ultra-rare Thanksgiving Jetski DisasterIntroducing our new web series, Foot Or Cake?How to display dominance at the dessert tableMashed potato muffins: Teach the controversyGrandpa hands math problemHost Thanksgiving disasters, updatedAirBnB kitchens are lies filled with smaller liesA family group chat exchange that will probably make you feel better about whatever dumb shit is going on in yoursThe most literal interpretation of "Thanksgiving disaster"Pennsylvania re-burnishes its legacy as our funniest stateMany Pyrex stories were submitted; only one has been chosenActually useful mashed potato tips buried in here somewhereA "where are they now?" update to a previous Thanksgiving disaster[is Die Hard a Christmas movie voice] is Space Jam a Thanksgiving movieHonoring Little Miss Fore Under FiveNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase BRAND-NEW BLUE SHARKS GEAR #EXCLUSIVEFullcast theme variant arranged and performed by MattDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show Podcasterino
The coaching carousel keeps on spinning, but Florida State is not joining the party in 2025. FSU announced on Sunday that Mike Norvell will remain the head coach of the Seminoles in 2026. This announcement comes at the end of a disappointing season that began with a lot of promise. Promises have been made to enhance the roster next season. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss why Florida State decided to make this move and if they think it was the right decision. Then, they look to Michigan State where a decision looms. Will the Spartans keep Jonathan Smith or will the current eight-game losing streak be the final straw of a disappointing tenure in East Lansing? Coaching carousel drama would not be complete without another Lane Kiffin update. The guys discuss Kiffin's recent silence on the topic of his coaching decision. They also discuss what will happen to the team that misses out on Kiffin and why this year's selection of candidates is unique to those of the past. Then, the guys talk about events happening on the field. There are a lot of games this week with massive CFP implications as we close out the regular season. A notable one, and one that Andy thinks may be ready for an upset, is #10 Alabama visiting Auburn. The guys discuss if this game will actually be close and Andy makes his case as to why he thinks this is a potential upset to keep an eye on. Then they chat about the game that will have everyone watching because of Lane Kiffin. #6 Ole Miss visits Mississippi State on Friday for the Egg Bowl. A massive rivalry, propped up by coaching drama, one team trying to reach bowl eligibility and the other team fighting for a spot in the College Football Playoff. Ross and Godfrey dive into the history of this rivalry and what they think may come of it this year. Finally they chat about arguably the biggest rivalry in college football. #1 Ohio State takes on #18 Michigan in The Big House. Michigan is riding a four-game winning streak in this rivalry. The crew talks about how this game could be another chance for Michigan to pull the massive upset, or it could be Ohio State's opportunity to exorcise its demons and snap the losing streak. Plus, Ross gives an update on the CFP extending conversations about the future of the CFP format.Later, it's time for I've Got A Feeling. Nebraska, Tennessee and Tec de Monterrey are who the guys have a good feeling about this week. Plus, Ross shares some Louisiana Thanksgiving recipes.Great ready for Rivalry Week with College Football Enquirer.(1:00) - Florida State keeps Mike Norvell(14:05) - Will Michigan State fire Jonathan Smith?(16:40) - Lane Kiffin update(28:21) - Rivalry Week games(29:57) - #10 Alabama visiting Auburn in the Iron Bowl(33:35) - #6 Ole Miss visits Mississippi State on Friday for the Egg Bowl(42:21) - #1 Ohio State takes on #18 Michigan in The Big House(51:11) - CFP format deadline gets extended(55:53) - I've Got A Feeling Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The second to last week of the regular season has wrapped up and it set the stage for a dramatic Week 14. The marquee game of the weekend, in Eugene, resulted in #7 Oregon handling #15 USC 42-27. How did this game affect the national perception of Oregon? Did this win secure their spot to the College Football Playoff. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss their takeaways from the game and how they feel about Oregon and the College Football Playoff. Then they go across the country and dive into a game in the SEC that saw #8 Oklahoma take down #22 Missouri 17-6. Powered by their defense, Oklahoma has looked like a team that could pose problems for teams in the CFP. Did this win lock-up a spot in the Playoff for the Sooners? Plus, the guys also talk about Pitt beating #16 Georgia Tech 42-28. Pitt has a chance to make it into the ACC title game, but so do a lot of other teams due to all of the tie-breaker scenarios. The guys break these down and discuss who they think will be competing for an ACC championship. Then, Andy, Ross and Godfrey give the latest update on all of the drama going on with Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss. Ole Miss AD Keith Carter announced that Lane Kiffin will be coaching the Egg Bowl as #6 Ole Miss battles rival Mississippi State. He also said that an announcement on the decision of Kiffin's future will be made the following day. The guys discuss this very unique situation and give their thoughts on what Kiffin will do and how this is all being handled.Later, the crew takes a look at Rivalry Week! Both conference championship spots at College Football Playoff spots are on the line in the final week of the regular season. Could #17 Texas take down #3 Texas A&M? How would that affect the CFP race? What does the race to the Big 12 title game look like, and what could that do for CFP spots coming out of the Big 12? What teams are on the bubble and who needs some help to make it to the Playoff? The guys break it all down.Wrap up Week 13 and get ready for a crazy final week of the regular season with College Football Enquirer.(1:04) - #7 Oregon CFP bound after handling #15 USC?(11:34) - #8 Oklahoma CFP bound after taking down #22 Missouri?(19:44) - Pitt upsets #16 Georgia Tech + ACC title game chaos(26:20) - Lane Kiffin to announce decision after Egg Bowl(44:19) - Rivalry Week game preview Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
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Week 13 has arrived and the biggest game of the weekend has huge CFP implications on the line. #15 USC travels to Eugene to take on #7 Oregon. The former Pac-12 schools meet up in this Big Ten clash. USC can vault itself squarely into the playoff picture with a win. On the flip side, an Oregon win would bolster their highly-criticized resume and potentially secure them a spot in the CFP. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss the importance of this game and how they think the teams will handle the moment. Can Oregon still make the playoff if they take a loss? Plus, the guys take a look at the CFP committee. Baylor AD Mack Rhoades stepped down from the committee and Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek, who is in the middle of searching for a new head football coach, stepped in. Is there too much on athletic directors' plates to be a part of the committee? Ross thinks that may be the case and has some suggestions of how the CFP committee should change going forward.Then, we take a look at some news off of the field in Ross' Congressional Minute. He fills us in on new info about the SCORE Act and what is going on in the Big Ten. Then the guys dive into the Big Ten news. The drama-filled private equity deal has officially hit a pause and is looking like it may now never come to fruition. After months of discussion that seemed to be moving towards a vote, the push behind getting this deal done looks to be weakening. The guys discuss all of the latest info and talk about where the deal goes from here.Later, the guys finish previewing the weekend ahead as they make their picks for I've Got A Feeling. Iowa, Maryland and Delaware are this week's picks. Get ready for Week 13 with College Football Enquirer.(0:56) - #7 Oregon hosts #15 USC with huge CFP implications(10:38) - How the CFP committee should change(22:30) - Ross' Congressional Minute(23:30) - Big Ten's private equity deal loses steam(41:53) - I've Got A Feeling Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Space crime updateWe would once again like to remind the audience and ourselves that we don't know shit about hiring coachesOle Miss Has A Decree and don't we all just love that for themLane has already done something to make all of this worse by the time this episode dropsPop-Tarts Bowl has gone too far this timeA proud moment in hating pays off for SpencerSurber unburdens himself about the Air Bud rebootThe dizzying depths of The American ™ tiebreaker scenariosPlus! The week 13 college football slateThis episode produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme variant arranged and performed by Chris WatkinsDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show PodcasterinoNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase exclusive PTKU Blue Sharks gear and other Fullcast-branded loot
To join our championship Saturday watch party with Nokian Tyres at Mason Jar in NYC on December 6, please RSVP at this page. Entry is free!Steven Godfrey, Richard Johnson, and Alex Kirshner discuss the penultimate week of the 2025 regular season. This week has very few premium FBS matchups but does have arguably the most important Harvard-Yale game ever, a critical edition of the Brawl of the Wild, and plenty of College Football Playoff stakes even as most of the SEC takes off for SoCon Saturday:* Florida State–NC State, a real “does Dave Doeren go quietly?” referendum with QB run issues lurking for FSU* Hawaii–UNLV, in which the nation's most reliable kicker and a fun receiver group try to push the Rainbow Warriors to a special season* Missouri-Oklahoma, a great matchup of Ahmad Hardy against the Oklahoma front. Will Beau Pribula play? (It seems unlikely but possible.)* A big FCS interlude: Harvard and Yale play for a playoff berth as the Ivy League enters a new era, while the Brawl of the Wild decides the Big Sky* James Franklin's Virginia Tech debut weekend: an unusually early coaching transition that could reshape VT's portal and staff hiring timeline* Pitt–Georgia Tech, an ACC semifinal of sorts that doesn't feel like one* Kansas State–Utah, the latest check on whether anyone can stay within 24 points of the Utes either way* BYU–Cincinnati, a Nippert Stadium night game and classic Dad Water Home Dog of the Week opportunity for the Bearcats, even off two losses* Arizona State–Colorado, where Kenny Dillingham keeps grinding out competitive football despite missing his best playmakers. (Note: We recorded this before reports started flying about Sam Leavitt possibly entering the transfer portal)* Cal–Stanford, a classic ACC test* USC-Oregon: THE MAIN COURSE, presented by Modelo. ESPN's West Coast CFB reporter extraordinaire Paolo Uggetti has covered both of these teams in person frequently. He stops by to tell us how much he's believing in Lincoln Riley, how Dante Moore is different from other bucket-getting Oregon QBs of the recent past, and what he thinks will happen in Eugene.And many more! This episode is produced by Anthony VitoThanks to our subscribers and partnersSubscribers get about twice as many SZD podcasts during the season. Now, during the coach carousel, is a great time to join. Thanks to everyone who's decided to become a subscriber over the past few weeks!Oh look, here's a new episode with Godfrey, Richard, and Alex going deep into 1) the Lane Kiffin situation, 2) Virginia Tech's James Franklin hire, 3) Maryland and Wisconsin experimenting with a new kind of non-firing, and 4) Florida State.Shop Black Friday a week early at https://www.homefieldapparel.comThanks Dad Water. Code SZD for 20% off, or just click https://drinkdadwater.com/discount/SZDThanks to Nokian Tyres. RSVP for our CFB watch party on December 6 at Mason Jar in NYC here. (Entry is free!)Modelo: Drink responsibly. Beer imported by Crown Imports, Chicago, IL 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
Virginia Tech has found their man. James Franklin is set to become Virginia Tech's next head football coach. It was a short break for Franklin after being fired from Penn State just a few weeks ago. Can he bring the Hokies back to the top of the ACC? Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss Franklin's decision. Is Virginia Tech the right fit for Franklin and why did he make this choice now? How successful can he be in Blacksburg?Then, the guys look into another important bit of coaching news as we move from the ACC to the SEC. The Lane Kiffin saga continues to get more complicated by the day. Kiffin's family was spotted checking out both Baton Rouge and Gainsville as Florida and LSU continue to try to lure Kiffin away from Ole Miss. Now, Ole Miss has given Kiffin a deadline to make a decision. Andy, Ross and Godfrey take a look at the situation from the sides of both Kiffin and Ole Miss. Then, they chat about what they think Kiffin will do and how this whole process will play out.Later, the guys preview Tuesday night's College Football Playoff rankings. With the CFP chair, Baylor AD Mack Rhoades, stepping down, Utah AD Mark Harlan steps in to fill the Big 12's spot on the committee and Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek is set to become the new CFP chair. How will this change affect the committee? Plus, how might Oklahoma beating Alabama shake up the rankings and could a team like Oregon suffer as a result? Also, the Big Ten's deal with UC Investments presses pause. Ross has the latest update on the ever-evolving situation.Get caught up on all things college football with College Football Enquirer.(0:59) - James Franklin to Virginia Tech(26:29) - Lane Kiffin given decision deadline by Ole Miss(47:18) - CFP committee shake-up(50:07) - Will Bama be ranked over Oregon in the latest CFP rankings?(54:39) - Big Ten's investment deal hits a pause Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
A thrilling Week 12 has wrapped up, putting us two weeks away from the end of the regular season. The race in the SEC just got a little more interesting as #4 Alabama fell to #11 Oklahoma. How much did this game hurt the Crimson Tide's push for the playoff and help the Sooners' hope for a postseason berth? Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss. They also take a look at #5 Georgia's dominant fourth quarter performance in which they scored 21 unanswered points to defeat #10 Texas. Is this Georgia team rounding into National Championship form? Can Texas still make the playoff with three losses?Then, the guys take a look at a historic comeback as #3 Texas A&M came back from a 27-point halftime deficit to defeat South Carolina. Does this game provide any concern for the Aggies going into the postseason? Plus, both #17 USC and #18 Michigan squeaked out close wins on Saturday. This sets up huge upcoming matchups for both teams. The Trojans travel to Eugene to meet up with the Ducks on Saturday and the Wolverines host the top team in the country in two weeks when the Buckeyes come to town. Andy, Ross and Godfrey talk about USC and Michigan's chances in these matchups and to make the College Football Playoff. Later, the crew also takes a look at #7 Ole Miss surviving against Florida and discusses what impact the Lane Kiffin saga had on the game. Then, they look to the rest of the season. They dive into what big upcoming matchups have the biggest impact on the CFP rankings. How will the American conference shake out? How have the ACC's chances for a CFP team changed? Where will Oregon, Ole Miss, Oklahoma and Alabama all fall in the rankings this week? They discuss all of this and more.Wrap up Week 12 with College Football Enquirer.(0:42) - #5 Georgia dominates #10 Texas(12:32) - Is Texas out of the CFP race?(15:51) - #11 Oklahoma upsets #4 Alabama(26:02) - #3 Texas A&M survive scare from South Carolina(31:43) - #18 Michigan survives scare at Northwestern(38:03) - #17 USC gets by #21 Iowa(45:08) - #7 Ole Miss gets by Florida amid Lane Kiffin drama(51:33) - How the CFP rankings will be affected by Week 12 Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Week 12 is here. Three weeks remain in the regular season as races for both conference championships and the College Football Playoff continue to grow tighter. Currently, there are a host of teams in playoff position with one or two losses, but how many losses can certain teams afford? A couple of those teams have big matchups this weekend as #11 Oklahoma visits #4 Alabama and #10 Texas visits #5 Georgia. Texas and Oklahoma already have two losses. Can they make it into the playoff if they drop another game? The same goes for #14 Vanderbilt and #23 Tennessee. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss if any of these SEC teams would have a chance at making the playoff with three losses. They also take a look at another big matchup as #9 Notre Dame visits #22 Pittsburgh. Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi said this week that the game against Notre Dame doesn't matter because they are not in the ACC. The guys discuss what they think of these comments and if it sends the wrong message. Also, is the CFP killing conference championship games?Then, the guys chat about some news off of the field down in Louisiana. The drama continues as Brian Kelly is now suing LSU over his buyout. LSU is trying to avoid paying the full buyout and Kelly is not going down without a fight. Ross fills us in on the latest details that seem to be pointing towards this battle going to court. He also fills the crew in about the latest news out of Ole Miss. The rumors continue to swirl about Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for Florida, and that drama could provide a distraction. Especially as the Gators come to town this weekend. The guys chat about how this situation is being handled and how it could affect other coaching hires around the country.Later, the guys make their picks for this week's I've Got A Feeling. Duke, Minnesota and Notre Dame are the choices among the crew. Get ready for another crazy weekend of college football with College Football Enquirer.(1:38) - Can a three-loss SEC team make the playoff?(8:15) - Should Georgia avoid the SEC title game?(11:39) - Has the CFP killed conference championship games?(20:07) - #9 Notre Dame @ #22 Pittsburgh(25:27) - Brian Kelly suing LSU(38:38) - Is Lane Kiffin causing a distraction for Ole Miss as Florida comes to town?(55:25) - I've Got A Feeling Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
A TMNT-based roleplaying game sparks both a look inward and a death penalty debateRyan's audio is real weird in this one for some reason. Sorry about that!There's some RFK voice work in here, which is practically indistinguishable from the glitching. You are welcomeCrime Blotter: Pinellas County woman goes 2 hotSeries of Charlotte-based warnings dispensedJames Bond continuity issues, solvedBrian Kelly buyout lawsuit drama, dissected with an amount of seriousness that may surprise and/or dismay youPlus! The week 12 college football slateThis episode produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme variant arranged and performed by Matthew FlovskiDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show PodcasterinoNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase exclusive PTKU Blue Sharks gear and other Fullcast-branded loot
The second College Football Playoff ranking releases tonight. How dramatic will a shift in the rankings be? There is sure to be some near the bottom of the Top 10 after #8 Texas Tech's dominant win over #7 BYU, but how about the top? After #3 Texas A&M's convincing win at #22 Missouri and #2 Indiana's struggle at Penn State, will the committee jump the Aggies over the Hoosiers? Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss how they think the rankings will play out going forward. Plus, what impact could #16 Vanderbilt have on the rankings this season? What has to fall their way in order to make it into this year's CFP, and how can they make sure they can keep their coach after such success this season?Then, the guys take a look at a new tactic for the coaching carousel: Don't get involved. This is the tactic Wisconsin is taking as they announced that head coach Luke Fickell will remain at the helm next season. The immediate result was an upset of #23 Washington. The guys discuss this decision for Wisconsin and their vow to put more funds into the football program. Will this be enough to boost the future of the team and turn the program towards a winning path? What took them so long to get to this point? The guys also talk about why some schools were able to adapt quickly and other schools struggled to respond to NIL. Hint: Some were prepared, some weren't prepared and some were already well versed in the art of paying players. Later, the drama in the Big Ten continues to heat up amongst discussions about private equity. Board members of various schools are speaking out about their lack of involvement with this decision and their opposition to it being voted through. The American Council of Trustees & Alumni, ACTA, is also now involved. A vote seems to still be upcoming, with the current expectation being that only Michigan and USC's presidents are against the decision. How will this all play out?All of this and more on today's College Football Enquirer(2:51) - CFP ranking expectations: Will #3 Texas A&M jump #2 Indiana?(12:18) - What are #16 Vanderbilt's CFP chances?(25:36) - How Wisconsin and other schools can increase their NIL funding(50:48) - Big Ten private equity drama continues to get worse Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Richard and Alex take you through dozens of Week 11 college football games, highlighting the most interesting stuff to get you all caught up:Oregon's grits out a win at Kinnick Stadium after Iowa pulled the Ducks down into a literal puddle and threatened to keep them thereOmar Cooper makes a historic catch at Penn State, which Alex says has a case for the best of all time and Richard is just trying to tear downTexas Tech sits on BYU, making clear that the Red Raiders are the best team in the Big 12Sonny Dykes loses the TCU fanbaseTexas A&M treats Mizzou's third-string freshman QB very rudelyVanderbilt stays alive by beating an Auburn team that changed its on-field identity overnightWake Forest beats UVA, Cal beats Louisville, and the ACC continues to be a mess. Could this conference miss the playoff? There's a path!Boston College devolves into a bad situationFlorida State brings nothing to the table in yet another lossNotre Dame overwhelms Navy and keeps marching toward the playoffTulane beats Memphis, making another disappointing year for the TigersUTSA games keep ending up in wars of words between the coachesArmy's latest endless drive to close out the Temple OwlsTennesaw State UniversityOregon State's special teams reach new levels of ignominyMontana survives on a SPIKE FUMBLE?? We'd never seen it, eitherAnd a lot more. That's just a sample. Producer: Anthony VitoThanks to our partners and subscribers20% off Dad Water: https://drinkdadwater.com/discount/SZDJoin Homefield, Steven Godfrey, and Ryan Nanni in Athens on Friday.Enter to win airfare and lodging for a trip to New York City on conference championship weekend at https://www.nokiantyres.com/SZD 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
Week 11 has wrapped up and it provided some thrilling finishes for a couple of Top 10 teams. Penn State brought #2 Indiana down to the wire. The undefeated Hoosiers may have suffered their first loss if not for a heroic final drive from Fernando Mendoza. The drive culminated in an unbelievable catch by Omar Cooper Jr., who barely kept his foot in, to score the eventual game winning touchdown with 36 seconds left. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss if such a close game to a struggling Penn State team should create any room for concern with this Indiana team. Then they dive into the other matchup that came down to the final seconds. This one was a Top 20 matchup in the pouring rain between #9 Oregon and #20 Iowa. The home-team Hawkeyes took the lead late. That set the stage for an impressive final drive by Dante Moore and Oregon to kick a game-winning field goal with three seconds remaining. The guys discuss how they feel about Oregon coming off of this win. They also discuss #8 Texas Tech's dominant win over #7 BYU. How do they feel about the Red Raiders going forward? Plus, is there a legitimate chance the ACC could end up with no teams in the College Football Playoff?Later, Ross reports big news coming out of the Big Ten as their discussion about private equity appears to be nearing a decision. Michigan and USC remain steadfast in their opposition to any deal, but a vote is scheduled for November 21st. If Michigan or USC decide not to sign, the rest of the schools in the Big Ten will move along on the deal without them. What could this mean for the future of not only Michigan, but the entirety of the college football landscape? The guys discuss how this could all potentially play out.Then, they look to Week 12. The final few weeks of the regular season are inching closer, which means each game begins to add a little more pressure. The guys look at games that have huge impacts on both conference and playoff races. #11 Texas visits #5 Georgia, #12 Oklahoma plays #4 Alabama and #10 Notre Dame faces off with #24 Pittsburgh. How could we see the playoff race change after Week 12?The guys discuss all of this and more on today's College Football Enquirer.(1:13) - #2 Indiana survives at Penn State(8:24) - Could the ACC miss the playoff?(15:41) - #9 Oregon survives in Iowa(21:50) - Wisconsin upsets #23 Washington(25:26) - #8 Texas Tech dominates #7 BYU(32:16) - Big Ten moving forward with private equity?(52:47) - Week 12 games with Playoff implications Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Week 11 is here and the marquee matchups of the weekend may not be what you expected when the season started. #9 Oregon heads to Iowa City to face #20 Iowa. When Iowa is at home they tend to make life very difficult for the opposing team. The Ducks have seen some struggles since their loss to #2 Indiana and Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey aren't so sure they can come away from Iowa with a win. Iowa's struggles in the past have been on the offensive side, but this year the Hawkeyes have a much improved offensive attack. Are the Ducks on upset alert, or will this be another notch in their belt as they look to make another CFP appearance. Then, we get an update from Ross' Congressional Minute as he shares the most recent news about the SAFE and Score Acts and explains where this process is trending. Could a resolution be coming sooner than expected? Cody Campbell is a huge player in these discussions. He is also a huge player in the funding of Texas Tech's NIL. #8 Texas Tech hosts #7 BYU on Saturday with the winner taking the lead in the race to the Big 12 Championship Game. Texas Tech has already stumbled once and may not be able to afford another misstep. BYU has looked like the dominant force in the Big 12 this season, but this will be their toughest test yet. Add this pressure on top of the pressure to succeed for the Red Raiders after a highly publicized offseason of NIL spending. The guys discuss this matchup and its impact. Plus, they also chat about the continued messy situation in Baton Rouge with LSU kind of naming a new AD.Later, the guys share their picks for I've Got A Feeling. Iowa, Clemson and Tulane are who the crew is feeling confident in this week.Get ready for Week 11 with College Football Enquirer.(1:00) - Can #20 Iowa upset #9 Oregon?(23:24) - Ross' Congressional Minute(34:20) - #8 Texas Tech hosts #7 BYU(47:16) - LSU kind of names an Athletic Director?(57:08) - I've Got A Feeling Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
The crew celebrates the Feast of Saint Jelly RollTrue-life country songsIs ham a "light meat"? We debate, you decideDo horses move? Asking for one of our hostsSpencer welcomes a new addition to the familyThe long-awaited sequel to Business PrisonPlus! The Week 11 slate of games, even the ones in the ACCThis episode produced by Michael Ray SurberShutdown Fullcast theme variant arranged and performed by Christian AshlockDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show PodcasterinoNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase exclusive PTKU Blue Sharks gear and other Fullcast-branded loot
It is that time of year again! The time when attention shifts away from the AP Poll and moves over to the College Football Playoff rankings. Tuesday, the College Football Playoff committee released the initial rankings for 2025. Ohio State remained at the top followed by Indiana, Texas A&M and Alabama to round out the top four. One of the most notable rankings was that of two teams who played earlier in the year. Miami, who has been struggling as of recently, came in at 18. That fell well behind a team they beat in Notre Dame who is sitting at 10. Also, the Big 12 appears to be in position to get two teams into the playoff, while the ACC looks like it will be a one-team league. Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey and Ross Dellenger discuss all of the drama and voice their thoughts on all of the attention surrounding this first rendition of the rankings. Plus, the guys take a look at what the bracket would look like if the playoff started today!Later, the guys discuss the top team in the country. The Ohio State Buckeyes. Such a dominant season has not created much drama to talk about for this team, however Andy, Ross and Godfrey look at just how dominant they have been. Is this success due to a lackluster schedule, or is this team on a path to another national title? On the flip side, could the lack of competition hinder Ohio State in the long run as they go on to face far more difficult competition in the College Football Playoff? And, what about their hated rivals, the Michigan Wolverines? Is this the year Ohio State can snap the four-game losing streak, or will Michigan prevail once again?Then, the guys take a look at a team who had similar expectations as Ohio State in the preseason, but their season has gone far differently. The Clemson Tigers. Dabo Swinney's team has struggled tremendously this season and it appears that Swinney's method of coaching may not be holding up in the new era of college football. Is this the beginning of the end for Swinney at Clemson? Should Dabo move on from coaching or just move on from Clemson? Are there similarities between his situation and Nick Saban's before Saban retired?All of this and more on today's College Football Enquirer.(0:49) - Reactions to the initial CFP rankings for 2025(24:59) - Is Ohio State too dominant?(32:18) - Will Ohio State beat Michigan this season?(42:47) - Julian Sayin's Heisman campaign(48:47) - Is Dabo Swinney ready to move on from Clemson? Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comHugh Freeze is out at Auburn and probably done forever as a top-level college football coach. Richard and Alex do a postmortem on his Auburn tenure and his broader career, then discuss what Auburn could and should do next:* The brief good times Freeze had at Ole Miss, and how we'd remember him if not for the recruiting class that later got him into trouble* A weird dude whose firing wasn't weird at all* Failures of QB development and Freeze blowing what turned out to be his only chance to do the thing Auburn dreamed he could do: Beat Nick Saban* A masterclass in ineffective communication by a head coach* Auburn's infamous donor/administration alignment, currently better than several other SEC programs in the coaching market* Jon Sumrall, the name that will be on everyone's lips in this search* How Lane Kiffin's decision-making affects Auburn's options* Why it's time to just hire a normal football coach, please* Why Freeze's firing feels like a party for college football fans of all different ideological persuasionsProducer: Anthony VitoAdditional reading and listening* Steven Godfrey's 2023 episode about his dealings with Freeze* Jason Kirk on Freeze: “Rub some church on it”
Week 10 is in the books and there were plenty of upsets to help create drama for Tuesday's first CFP rankings release. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss all of the drama that unfolded and the impact it may have this week. #18 Oklahoma kept their playoff hopes alive after knocking off #14 Tennessee. Will they be able to pull off a few more wins and make the playoff? Arch Manning is starting to round into form as he led #20 Texas to a win over #9 Vanderbilt. Does Vandy still have a path to the CFP and is Texas surging after a rough start to the season? #23 USC went into Lincoln and came out with a win over Nebraska. What does their path to the playoff look like? Plus, #8 Georgia Tech and #10 Miami were upset by unranked teams on Saturday. How does this affect the battle for the ACC's playoff spot? Also, how does Miami's loss hurt #12 Notre Dame?Then, the coaching carousel continues to spin as yet another big program has decided to move on from their head coach. Auburn has fired Hugh Freeze in his third season. The guys discuss where everything went wrong for Auburn and why Freeze wasn't the right guy for the job. They also talk about who they think is the perfect hire to take over the role. We recorded this before the firing was official, but the crew expected it to happen soon. Since it had not happened yet, they talk knowing that Freeze was still the head coach of Auburn during the time of recording Later, they dive back into previewing the upcoming CFP rankings. How many teams might the Big Ten have in the playoff? Who do the guys think will be the Group of Five representative? They have felt confident about the American conference, but is there another team that is making a push? Plus, will the ACC or the Big 12 have multiple teams make the CFP? Also, Ross shares the most recent update on the CFP expansion talk.All of this and more to wrap up Week 10 with College Football Enquirer. (1:47) - #18 Oklahoma keep playoff hopes(4:56) - Arch Manning and #20 Texas playoff bound?(10:17) - Can #23 USC make the playoff?(12:10) - Impact of #10 Miami's upset(16:33) - Who are the Big 12 and ACC favorites for the playoff?(27:28) - Hugh Freeze and Auburn(42:35) - College Football Playoff rankings preview(52:21) - CFP expansion update Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
Drama continues to unfold in Louisiana as LSU's search for a new head coach is underway. Wednesday, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry spoke to the media about his disapproval of LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward. He spoke about the money now owed to former head football coach Brian Kelly and who will be hiring LSU's next head coach. He emphatically stated that AD Scott Woodward will not be the one to hire the next head coach Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss Governor Landry's comments and where Woodward goes from here. Did Landry scare off potential candidates? Who do they think fits what he is looking for? Is Woodward on his way out of LSU? The guys answer all of these questions and more about the mess in Baton Rouge.Then, they shift over to what will be happening on the field on Saturday. We are in Week 10, but some teams are already facing College Football Playoff elimination games. A pair of 6-2 teams face-off as #18 Oklahoma visits #14 Tennessee. Which one of these schools has the advantage and a better path to keep hope alive to make the CFP? After a crazy season so far, is the losing coach in trouble? Next, the guys chat about #23 USC visiting Nebraska. While both of these schools appear to be on the outside looking in, a loss on Saturday seals the deal. Which school has the advantage for the weekend, and do they have enough to make a late season push for the CFP? Plus, it seems that both coaches will be firmly intact for the future at both schools, but can anything change that?Later, Andy, Ross and Godfrey give their I've Got A Feeling picks. SMU, South Carolina and Cal are who they feel good about this week.Get ready for another packed weekend of college football with College Football Enquirer.(1:00) - Louisiana Governor sounds off on LSU Athletic Director.(32:13) - #18 Oklahoma @ #14 Tennessee for a CFP elimination game(42:31) - #23 USC @ Nebraska for a CFP elimination game(54:02) - I've Got A Feeling Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:
!!! LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT !!! Homefield Apparel's Can't Miss Kickoff Tour Presented by Modelo is rumbling to Myrtle Beach, just in time for Halloween, and all audible crewmates on the good ship Shutdown Fullcast will be on hand (nautical term) to celebrate. Join us TONIGHT, Wednesday, October 29, at 7:00 PM, and wear your most inscrutable Halloween costume. Get details and buy your tickets hereMeanwhile, in the episode itself: French heist updates! Yes, multiple heists. No, besides that oneWe're taking a whack at the early-blooming hell-carousel of the 2025 college football coaching hire/fire cycle by drafting new hires to fill the top 10 available jobs. But there's a twist!Yes, we are aware it is technically still OctoberThis episode produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast theme arranged and performed by Trey McClureDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show PodcasterinoNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase exclusive PTKU Blue Sharks gear and other Fullcast-branded loot
!!! LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT !!! Homefield Apparel's Can't Miss Kickoff Tour Presented by Modelo is rumbling to Myrtle Beach, just in time for Halloween, and all audible crewmates on the good ship Shutdown Fullcast will be on hand (nautical term) to celebrate. Join us on Wednesday, October 29, at 7:00 PM, and wear your most inexplicable Halloween costume. Get details and buy your tickets hereLike all good parties, this show has a theme: It's time to submit your SPOOKY DISASTERS to this online submission form.Meanwhile, in the episode itself: Let's catch up with the coaching carousel! This discussion almost immediately turns carnal! It's not our fault Bobby Petrino's involved!Now we have a soundboard. Ho-Ho-HoLocal business reporting from RyanGuy Fieri Tequila Heist Update (warmup heist)Main event heist: obviously the Louvre thingAuburn trivia! Come alone do not bring weaponsThanks for the entertainment, Florida State, whatever it is you've done latelyPlus a look ahead to the college football games of Week 9This episode produced by Michael Ray SurberFullcast After Dark theme arranged and produced by Corey CunninghamDID YOU KNOW: Spencer and Holly write Channel 6, a year-round newsletter that is mostly about football, until it's notBefore the world ends (again), treat yourself to Jason's critically praised novel and other workTravel in your mind palace to Phantom Island, Ryan's new show with Steven Godfrey, which is not a college football show because another simply cannot existCheck out Surber's band Killer Antz and his new show PodcasterinoNow through December 31, 100% of proceeds from all PTKU merch sales will be donated to Trans Ohio. Visit preownedairboats.com to purchase exclusive PTKU Blue Sharks gear and other Fullcast-branded loot
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