
College Football Enquirer
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Ep 620Week 1 Overreaction: Georgia pummels Clemson & is the U back?
Now that Week 1 is over, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde hop on to overreact to the action from this weekend. They focus on Georgia pummeling Clemson, Miami embarrassing Florida, and Notre Dame surviving Texas A&M.Among other Week 1 games, they also react to Penn State's statement win over West Virginia and Vanderbilt stunning Virginia Tech. They also share their thoughts on top performers of the week including Boise State's Ashton Jeanty, Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan, Nebraksa's Dylan Raiola, and more.(2:32) Georgia vs Clemson(13:42) Notre Dame vs Texas A&M(19:54) Miami vs Florida(28:21) Penn State vs West Virginia(34:19) Vanderbilt vs Virginia Tech(37:38) Who else impressed?(44:29) Small Sample Heisman(55:14) Say Something NiceSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 619Race for the Case Week 1: Georgia vs Clemson, West Virginia vs Penn State & Notre Dame vs Texas A&M
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde preview Week 1 of the 2024 college football season. They dive deep into the top matchups of Georgia vs Clemson and Miami vs Florida, while also touching on West Virginia vs Penn State.Dellenger also provides insight into the transfer quarterback market from this offseason and the massive group of new faces starting for Power 4 programs. They discuss whether first-year quarterbacks could help lead championship-caliber programs like Ohio State, Oregon, and Notre Dame to success.They close out the show with Race for the Case, sharing their betting picks for the top matchups of Week 1.(0:56) West Virginia vs Penn State(5:00) Quarterback Transfers(19:01) Georgia vs Clemson(27:40) Miami vs Florida(34:50) Other games of the week(45:03) Race for the caseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 618What was revealed and missed in the "Sign Stealer" documentary
On today's episode of the College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde dig into the Netflix documentary, "Sign Stealer." They react to the craziest information that was featured about the Michigan sign-stealing scandal and revel in the crazy personality of Connor Stalions.Throughout the pod, they dive deep into various new details and refer back to missing information they reported during the events unfolding last year. They also cover Dan's involvement with the documentary and expound upon certain points he made regarding other schools doing similar things to Michigan.(1:35) The background behind the documentary(23:43) What was the environment like at Michigan?(40:23) How was Ohio State and other schools involved?Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 617Florida State stumbles against Georgia Tech & Michigan receives their NOA from the NCAA
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to Florida State's unexpected loss to Georgia Tech in Week 0. They discuss how FSU's offense underwhelmed, and deliberate if there's a shot at making the College Football Playoff.Also on today's show, Ross provides insight into whether college football scheduling could change and the Big 12's desires to add UConn. They also cover Michigan receiving their NOA, Colorado and Deion Sanders revoking access to local columnist Sean Keeler, and Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz being suspended for tampering with Cade McNamara.The show wraps with Wetzel flexing his school pride after a member of the women's soccer team got into a brutal fight with a Rutgers player, and the story of a woman who was evicted for having emotional supper parrots.(0:48) Florida State loses to Georgia Tech(8:25) Week 0 becoming Week 1(12:55) Is it time to panic for Florida State?(17:31) Michigan receives its NOA(24:52) Kirk Ferentz suspended(28:21) Sean Keeler loses access to Colorado(37:00) UCONN to the Big 12?(52:47) Where the heck is Lindenwood(56:14) Rutgers vs UMass soccer fight(59:37) People's Court: Parrot calamitySubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 616Florida State vs Georgia Tech preview & general managers getting massive contracts
Week 0 is almost here! To kick off the 2024 college football season, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde preview the first big matchup of the 2024 season. They discuss the storylines to know heading into the battle between Florida State and Georgia Tech, breaking down what to expect from their showdown in Ireland.They also discuss on today's show the amount of ridiculously old players in college football, Oklahoma State placing QR codes on players' helmets for their NIL fund, and the growing rise of highly paid general managers in the sport. Additionally, they laugh over the re-emergence of former Michigan staffer Connor Stallions at a high school in Detroit, the return of the "Fansville" commercial, and stories of college coaches teaching courses.(6:38) Florida State vs Georgia Tech Preview(21:51) College football old heads(31:35) OK State QR Codes(36:14) General Managers(44:11) Connor Stallions resurfaces(50:15) The new "Fansville" commercial(52:30) College coaches teaching classesSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 615Head coaches on the hot seat heading into 2024
Right before the 2024 season starts this Saturday, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and Pat Forde start the season on a positive note: by discussing which head coaches will get fired first. They inspect the hot seat situations for top names like Florida's Billy Napier, Baylor's Dave Aranda, and Arkansas' Sam Pittman.They also react to news of former top quarterback recruit Malachi Nelson losing the QB battle at Boise State, the potential for a Group of 5 NIT, and Michigan State being sued by a YouTube quiz maker.(6:06) Bill Napier's hot seat temperature(25:31) Dave Aranda's hot seat temperature(30:21) Sam Pittman's hot seat temperature(41:13) Other names on the hot seat(46:47) Group of 5 NIT(53:27) People's Court: Michigan State sued by quiz makerSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 614Biggest 2024 college football headlines & conference winner predictions
We're almost to the end of the 2024 offseason! With Week 0 just over a week away, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde take a peek at the slate of games next Saturday. On today's show, they also pitch the biggest headlines of the 2024 season they're most excited to see. From conference realignment to the expanded playoff, they dive into how this season will be the most momentous ever. Additionally, the guys predict which teams will win each Power 4 conference for the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12. Dellenger also provides context on recent news of Tennessee signing a field sponsorship deal with Pilot.(1:55) Week 0 lookahead(7:39) Biggest 2024 storylines(19:08) SEC predictions(23:54) Big Ten predictions(32:23) ACC predictions(39:22) Big-12 predictions(45:40) Tennessee's field sponsorship(56:49) People's Court: shallow sprinkle poolsSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 613Coach Prime stirs drama with local media & Ross rides the WVU PRT
On today's episode of the College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to a comment made by Colorado head coach Deion Sanders to a local media member. They decipher if the incident has any deeper meaning, and provide the context of why he claims he has beef with CBS.Also on today's show, they discuss Michigan's decision to name Jim Harbaugh an honorary captain for Week 1 days after the NCAA announced a massive suspension for recruiting violations and noncompliance. They also provide an update on the Florida State vs ACC battle and what will happen during the court-ordered mediation. Lastly, Dellenger shares findings from his journey to Morgantown to ride the West Virginia University PRT system.(1:43) Deion Sanders drama with local media(19:32) Michigan names Harbaugh honorary captain(34:11) Florida State and ACC mediation(42:09) Ross rides the PRT at West Virginia(54:48) People's Court: Deadly chess competitionSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 612College Football Playoff dark horse candidates & Pitbull purchases FIU's naming rights
The start of the 2024 college football season is right around the corner, and to prepare for the new College Football Playoff format Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde pitch which teams could be dark horses to make it. They also analyze how favorable of a path the 5th seed in the playoff has, especially if they're afforded the opportunity to play a G5 opponent.Additionally, they react to Jim Harbuagh's response to the leaked NOA for Michigan, Pittbull buying FIU's football stadium naming right, and Baylor coaches wearing shirts during training camp that say "We pay players." They close the show by listening to and laughing over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent story about how he tried to play a convoluted prank with a dead bear cub.(1:10) The 5th seed is the best seed(12:52) College Football Playoff dark horses(29:31) Harbaugh denies lying(34:35) Mr. 305 purchases FIU's stadium naming rights(40:43) "We pay players" shirts(42:54) Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s insane bear cub storySubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde💸 Sign up for a Yahoo fantasy football league for a chance to win one million dollars! 🏈 Draft your team on Yahoo Fantasy before September 5th for one entry. If any players you start score a touchdown in the Week 1 games on NBC, earn up to seven additional entries per TD scored.🎟️ Enter at http://www.yahoo.com/fantasymillion Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 611Impending Notice of Allegations for Michigan could be brutal & reacting to the preseason Coaches Poll
On today's episode of the College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the latest update from over the weekend on the Notice of Allegations for Michigan's sign stealing scandal. They address the NCAA's potential to deliver a serious blow to the program. Wetzel also points out the poor decision making by former offensive coordinator and current head coach Sherrone Moore in attempting to hide information.After, they react to the recently released Coaches Poll, and dissect the ordering of the top 5 teams. Additionally, they discuss the ACC attempting to steal recognition for athletes winning medals at the olympics, Nebraska freshman QB Dylan Raiola looking exactly like Patrick Mahomes, and the new Big Ten map commercial.(0:46) Michigan's NOA(21:47) 2024 Preseason Coaches Poll(35:49) ACC Stolen Valor(43:23) Mel Tucker suing Michigan State(44:53) Big Ten's new map commercial(48:34) Dylan Raiola is a Patrick Mahomes doppelganger(50:42) People's Court: Burning noodlesFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 610How severe will Michigan's punishment be for their sign stealing scandal?
On today's episode of the College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the impending Notice of Allegations expected to be delivered to Michigan. They predict the severity of the allegations and judge what would be a fair punishment for their actions.They also cover on today's show North Carolina Head Coach Mack Brown taking shots at opposing coaches who were negatively recruiting against him, Hugh Freeze getting into a rhythm with in-state recruiting at Auburn, and Bill Connelly's top 25 college football players since 2000.The show wraps with a legal ruling on an age-old question: is a boneless chicken wing technically a chicken wing?(0:59) Michigan's Notice of Allegations for "Content Stallions"(33:30) Mack Brown fires back(37:29) Auburn heating up in recruiting(41:52) Top 25 CFB players since 2000(54:13) People's Court: Is a boneless chicken wing technically a wing?Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 609How increasing scholarships will impact the future landscape of college athletics
On today's episode of the College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde revisit Dellenger's breaking news from Friday regarding the House case settlement. They dive deep into how it will impact scholarships across multiple sports, walk-ons, cutting sports and Title IX.They later move on to Big Ten Media Days, as Dellenger shares what he witnessed in Indianapolis while at the event. He also shares insight from his recent trip to Notre Dame to check in with head coach Marcus Freeman.At the end of the show, Wetzel shares a massive update on Texas special teams coordinator Jeff Banks' relationship, a career move for former West Virginia star basketball player Kevin Pittsnogle and his frustration with the Olympic flame not being real.(3:08) Scholarships and roster limits(19:45) Cutting sports(29:30) Title IX(35:09) Notre Dame's playoff expectations(37:46) Ohio State's NIL budget(44:33) Iowa returning offensive production(47:31) Other Big Ten Media Day tidbits(55:05) Kevin Pittsnogle the principal(56:10) "Pole Assassin" returns(58:50) Fake Olympic flameFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 608Roster limits, revenue sharing & NIL arbitration: what to make of the milestone NCAA antitrust agreement
On Friday, the NCAA and power conferences filed a 100-plus page agreement settling the three antitrust cases brought against the organizations, the result of which could continue to reshape the college athletics landscape for years to come as it relates to revenue sharing, how many scholarships a university can have on each team and the future of NIL deals.Dan Wetzel and Ross Dellenger break down this landmark deal and explain what this means for the future of college football, most notably with the sport increasing the maximum number of scholarship roster spots from 85 to 105.The guys break down how many of the key points of this agreement may continue to expand the competitive gap between blue blood schools and the mid to low-tier schools in the power conferences.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 607An ACC Finebaum & Big Ten teams that have to make the CFP in 2024
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the top storylines coming out of ACC Media Days on Monday. They start with a pitch to the ACC to become their version of Paul Finebaum's show. Afterward, they reacted to comments made by ACC commissioner Jim Phillips regarding the state of the conference with realignment and competition with the Big 12.They move on to what to expect from the Big Ten in 2024, along with thoughts on the upcoming Connor Stallions documentary on Netflix. They each pitch how important it is for top programs in the Big Ten to reach the College Football Playoff this year.They move on to remembering the coaching accomplishments of Jeff Tedford, who recently retired from his role as the head coach at Fresno State.To wrap the show, Dan shares an update to the McDonald's menu, as they've removed an underperforming meat substitute.(0:55) ACC Finebaum(7:38) Jim Phillips at ACC Media Days(15:46) Connor Stallions documentary(27:18) Big Ten 2024 outlook(53:30) Fresno State coach Jeff Tedford Retires(56:10) McDonald's kills off the McPlantFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 606How many ACC teams can make the College Football Playoff in 2024?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the biggest headlines heading into ACC Media Days this week. Specifically, they focus on the latest for Florida State and Clemson's plans to exit the conference.Wetzel poses the question of what it would take for Florida State and Clemson to stick with the ACC, and how the conference can best position themselves for long-term success in 2024. Forde and Wetzel also pitch other programs that could have big seasons, including Miami.Following their ACC talk, they cover a busy recruiting weekend for LSU and Brian Kelly. As the Tigers pulled two five stars, and one from Notre Dame, Wetzel and Forde talk about the implications this has on Notre Dame and LSU's budding rivalry.To wrap the show, they react to a story of a folklore-ish bear in Banff that has survived a train accident and fathered most of the bear population in the area.(0:47) ACC Grant of Rights(16:02) Clemson and Florida State's future(37:56) Miami's 2024 outlook(46:10) ACC sleepers(52:01) LSU's big recruiting weekend(57:09) "The Boss"Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 605Nick Saban takes over SEC Media Days & Greg Sankey shuts down FSU
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the biggest headlines coming from SEC Media Days in Dallas, Texas.They open the show with news of a revenue-sharing model for the SEC and how that will impact roster building in the future. They also discuss the implications for Title IX.After, they react to the comments made about Texas throughout the week. They agree with most at the event that are saying Texas won't step right in and immediately run the conference.They move on to multiple comments made by Georgia head coach Kirby Smart about Oregon mega-donor Phil Knight, and fining his players through the Georgia NIL collective.After the break, they quiet the latest realignment buzz by sharing comments made by SEC commissioner Greg Sankey directed at Florida State.They wrap the show by recounting the many highlights of former Alabama head coach Nick Saban's college football broadcasting debut.(0:56) SEC revenue sharing(15:13) Texas in the SEC(27:38) Kirby Smart on Oregon(30:04) Fining players through collectives(34:46) Sankey shuts down Florida State rumors(43:09) Nick Saban at SEC Media DaysFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 604How many SEC teams can make the College Football Playoff?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the biggest headlines heading into SEC Media Days. They open with a reaction to Alabama's recent recruiting success and discuss what it means for Kalen DeBoer that he's outperforming expectations.They transition to projecting which teams in the SEC can make the College Football Playoff. They also share the expectations for Brian Kelly in year 3 at LSU.After the break, they break down the latest reckless driving incident surrounding the Georgia football program. Wetzel and Forde discuss what Kirby Smart needs to change before this issue becomes bigger than it already is.Later, Wetzel and Forde share their thoughts on comments made by Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders at Big 12 Media Days that Colorado is every team's Super Bowl. They acknowledge that most teams get excited to face the Buffaloes because of the constant bulletin board material.They wrap the show with a story of a woman who was trafficking drugs by hiding them in Taco Bell wrappers.(4:49) Alabama's recruiting success(13:49) How many SEC teams can make the CFP?(33:23) LSU's 2024 expectations(43:38) Georgia's driving incident(52:49) Colorado is everyone's Super Bowl(1:03:01) People's Court: Taco Bell smugglingFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 603Mike Gundy's controversial comments & could the Big 12 expand more?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the latest buzz coming from Big 12 media day in Las Vegas.They start by reacting to Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy's controversial comments about Ollie Gordon's DUI arrest. Forde grills Gundy for his lack of awareness and thoughtfulness in his remarks.Wetzel shifts their focus to Big 12 commissioner Brent Yormark hinting at potential expansion. They debate if it makes sense for Florida State or Clemson to join the Big 12 if they're turned away by the SEC and Big Ten. They also preview the 2024 Big 12 season, breaking down the recently released Big 12 media poll.Then, they share their thoughts on Texas backup QB Arch Manning opting in to appear in the College Football 25 video game.They wrap the show with an update on the Bryant-Denny Stadium funeral and the story of a suicidal robot in Korea.(0:53) Mike Gundy's comments on Ollie Gordon(25:01) Big 12 expansion(44:21) Big 12 media poll(49:17) Arch Manning opts into CFB 25(52:46) Alabama funeral update(57:26) Suicidal robotFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 602Best 2024 conference games & USC struggles with 2025 recruiting
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde pick which 2024 conference games will be the most entertaining. They make their cases for top matchups like Georgia vs Alabama, Texas vs Texas A&M and more.After the break, Wetzel shares a video of a content creator who made fun of UMass' football stadium. They react to the video and weigh in on whether any stadium is worse than McGuirk Alumni Stadium.They move on to recent national recruiting buzz for programs like Oregon, SMU, and Rutgers. They narrow in on USC, who lost multiple five-star defensive linemen in the past month.To wrap the show, Wetzel reveals the story of an Alabama fan who had their funeral in Bryant-Denny Stadium while the Crimson Tide were on the road playing Florida.(1:19) Best 2024 conference games(28:06) Umass' terrible stadium(46:01) USC recruiting woes(52:45) A football stadium funeralFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 601Texas officially welcomed into the SEC & Utah names their coach in waiting
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde recap the celebration at the University of Texas for their first official day in the SEC. Dellenger shares his experience in Austin for the event, providing various anecdotes of what went down. Wetzel opens up important conversations about whether Texas is now the most hated team in the SEC and how much this will impact Texas A&M in the future.They move on to recent news of Utah announcing their coach-in-waiting to replace Kyle Wittingham, Morgan Scalley. Forde provides the context of an investigation into Scalley's past actions, while Dellenger questions if naming a coach-to-be has even historically worked.Next, they uncovered a wild story from the 2024 NBA Draft regarding Duke star Kyle Filipowski's much older girlfriend. They question why and how his love life impacted his draft stock as much as it did.To wrap the show, Wetzel shares a revolutionary idea presented by a Nebraska official to raise money by allowing fans to be buried in the stadium.(0:48) Reflecting on realignment(7:33) Texas welcomed into the SEC(41:39) Utah names coach in waiting(46:54) Kyle Filipowski's girlfriend(53:49) Burying Nebraska fansFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 600The toughest places to play in college football
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to EA's Sports recent list of the top 25 toughest places to play in college football ahead of the College Football 25 video game being released next month.They run through the list and share their qualms with the rankings of top stadiums like Kyle Field, Ohio Stadium, Bryant Denny Stadium, Tiger Stadium, and more.After the break, they briefly preview the 2024 NBA Draft. They specifically target the obsession with Bronny James and discuss if he's as good as he's been hyped up to be throughout this process.To wrap the show, Wetzel shares the story of a woman who sued her ex-boyfriend for falling through on offering to drive her to the airport and watch her dogs while on a trip.(0:57) Toughest places to play in college football(49:46) Bronny James(54:42) People's CourtFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 599Expanding March Madness & Oklahoma gives Brent Venables an extension
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde break down recent rumblings coming from conference commissioner meetings last week. They cover the push by the Power 4 conferences to have more power in decision-making, and the potential expansion of March Madness to a field larger than 68 teams.Following the break, they react to news of Oklahoma extending head coach Brent Venables. They debate if Venables has earned the extension and why the move came when it did.They then move on to recent recruiting buzz with Colorado, Rutgers, and Texas. They analyze the recruiting battle building up for top 2025 recruit Julian Lewis.To wrap the show, Dellenger shares a news story regarding McDonald's shutting down their AI-powered ordering system.(0:56) More power for the P4(25:49) March Madness Expansion(39:44) Brent Venables extended(56:20) Recruiting anecdotes(1:06:31) McDonald's AI orderingFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 598Hyperbolic hype for Ohio State & the best non-conference games of 2024
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellegner and SI's Pat Forde react to statements made by former Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer about the current roster being one of the best ever. They unpack if the 2024 Buckeyes can live up to that hype and how they're over in recruiting.After the break, they share the best non-conference games for the 2024 season. They share top picks like Wisconsin vs Alabama, LSU vs USC, and more.They move on to recent news of former LSU head coach Les Miles filing a lawsuit against his former school for vacating wins that would have helped him qualify for the College Football Hall of Fame.They wrap the show with a court case about a woman who was arrested for teaching while drunk.(0:53) Ohio State's expectations(23:48) Best non-conference games(47:17) Les Miles sues LSU(54:07) People's Court: teaching while drunkFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 597College sports turning into NASCAR & championship winning rosters
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to news of the Big 12 exploring selling their naming rights to a corporate sponsor. Dellenger explains all of the complex details that will go into a conference changing names, as Forde and Wetzel make fun of the potential outcomes.After the break, Wetzel shares a trend among national championship-winning rosters over the past four years that includes the team's returning their head coach, offensive coordinator, defensive coordinator, and quarterback. They discuss the handful of teams that fit that criteria and project how they'll fare in 2024.Later, they check in the College World Series jello shot competition, joking about which teams are struggling the most.To wrap the show, producer Joe recaps his ridiculous fantasy football punishment from over the weekend, where he had to sit in a McDonald's for 24 hours.(2:14) Big 12 naming rights(35:26) Championship winning formula(44:29) Jello shot standings(50:00) Joe's McDonald's challengeFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 596College athletes becoming employees, Week 1 preview & justice for Joey Chestnut
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde react to news of a potential bill that will prevent college athletes from becoming employees of the universities they compete for. They dissect the complex nature of the issue and debate if it's worth athletes even becoming employees.After the break, Wetzel shares the slate of big games for Week 1 of college football action. They share their predictions and the implications for top matchups like Florida vs Miami, Clemson vs Georgia, and Texas A&M vs Notre Dame. Dellenger and Forde point out the potential for the Florida-Miami game to lead the losing coach to be on the hot seat by the end of the season. They wrap the show by sharing their displeasure with the decision to ban legendary food eater Joey Chestnut from competing in the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on the 4th of July.(0:48) Athletes becoming employees(32:00) Week 1 Preview(52:21) Justice for Joey ChestnutFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 595College Football Playoff kickoff times released & are rematches bad for college football?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde open the show by comparing the regionality of the College World Series to the landscape of college football. They discuss if football is trending towards becoming regional, and how conferences now impact it.Dellenger brings up the potential of two to three rematches occurring each season in the new format of college football. They debate if multiple rematches per season are bad for the sport.After the break, Wetzel laments over the recently released college football playoff kickoff times, particularly the Rose Bowl starting ridiculously late. They later pay tribute to the PAC-12 officially being dead after Oregon's loss to Texas A&M in the College World Series.The show concludes with two new court cases. One is an official legal ruling on whether a taco is technically a sandwich, and the other is the story of an elderly man who tormented his neighborhood with a slingshot.(0:59) Regionality of college baseball(18:48) Rematches in college football(34:53) Kickoff times for the College Football Playoff(40:31) Death of the Pac-12(42:47) Update on North Carolina scheduling(48:07) People's CourtFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 594Dan Hurley turns down Los Angeles Lakers to remain at UConn & was Caitlin Clark snubbed for Team USA?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to Monday's midday news of UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley turning down the opportunity to coach the Los Angeles Lakers.They discuss the reasons why Hurley may not have been a great fit to leave the Northeast to coach on the West Coast. Forde and Wetzel recount his journey to becoming a top coach, sharing stories of his father's legacy as a legendary high school coach in New Jersey. They also speculate if Hurley will remain at UConn for good because of his roots.After the break, they analyze the recent news of Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark being snubbed from the Olympic women's basketball roster. They each explain why it's a far more difficult process to make the team than many think, and why Clark will likely be picked for the next Olympics.(0:39) Hurley turns down the Lakers(10:00) Future of UConn basketball(27:45) Caitlin Clark snubbedFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 593Who will replace Nick Saban as the best coach in the SEC?
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde share their thoughts on the future of the SEC after a very eventful offseason. Following spring meetings, they discuss the noticeable vibe shift among coaches and administrators now that Oklahoma and Texas have joined the conference.They also unpack the glaring question of who will be the next great head coach to dominate the SEC after Nick Saban retired in January. Delleneger shares his favorite names to pay attention to, particularly Steve Sarkisian at Texas, Kirby Smart at Georgia, and Josh Heupel at Tennessee.After the break, they reacted to recent news of pending legislation in North Carolina that would require UNC and NC State to play smaller programs in the state yearly. Wetzel shares an opportunity for UNC and NC State to proposition the state to give them more money to agree to this.To wrap the show, Wetzel shares a story of a woman in Nebraska who turned out to be alive after being brought to a funeral home. They laugh over her resurrection being sparked by the Nebraska football program.0:57 Who replaces Nick Saban?31:15 UNC and NC State scheduling49:22 Resurrection in NebraskaFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 592College football competing with the NFL & corporate sponsors on uniforms
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the uncertain outlook for college football's future TV exposure. Wetzel opens by pointing out how the 2024 college football season could be the most dramatic ever because of conference realignment and other massive off-season changes.They shift the conversation to how the College Football Playoff will directly compete head-to-head with the NFL for viewership. They point out the recent scheduling change for the Egg Bowl between Mississippi State and Ole Miss no longer being played on Thanksgiving night. Dellenger points out how revenue sharing with college football players could create competition with the NFL for top talent. They discuss how many elite college players with questionable NFL chances will opt to stay in college because of more financial certainty.After the break, they react to the latest rumor regarding college football programs potentially featuring corporate sponsors on their fields and uniforms. They wrap the show with the story of a serial thief in England who admitted to stealing a ridiculous amount of Pringles.(0:56) College football's TV exposure(24:20) Competing with the NFL(47:47) Uniform and field sponsors(1:01:35) People's Court: serial Pringles thiefFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 591How the House v. NCAA settlement will impact the future of college football
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the news of the House v. NCAA settlement being approved by the power conferences at the end of last week. They discuss how the new funds to recruit players will impact the college football landscape and which football programs will benefit from it the most. They also break down how revenue sharing will relate to NIL and collectives going forward.After the break, Wetzel shares a quote from Greg Sankey at SEC meetings regarding it being the best time ever to be a college athlete. They dissect how this all could change in the near future. Wetzel also questions why there is a future possibility of walk-ons being removed from college footballThey wrap the show with the story of a battle being waged on humans by orcas. Wetzel shares the details of killer whales who are strategically tipping over boats(0:47) College football revenue sharing(41:29) SEC meetings(51:37) Are walk-ons done?(1:02:26) Orcas causing problemsFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 590Jaden Rashada's lawsuit & private capital funding college football
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde start off the show with a recap of current Georgia quarterback Jaden Rashada's lawsuit against Florida head coach Billy Napier and Florida collectives. They discuss the implications of the lawsuit, and how it will impact future NIL guardrails.After, they react to the release of the Big Ten's revenue and how they overtook the SEC as the highest earning conference. Wetzel ties this in with the latest on small conferences fighting having to foot part of the bill for the House case settlement.They shift their focus to a recent article by Dellenger about the potential for private capital funding college football programs and athletic departments. They cover the misconception of how the general public is perceiving the use of private funds to stimulate growth. To wrap the show, Wetzel shares the story of a man in Nebraska who trashed a brand new DMV office by throwing fish and carrots in the facility.(0:45) Jaden Rashada's Lawsuit(27:03) Revenue for big conferences(48:32) Private capital funding college football(1:09:26) People's Court: A fishy situationFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 589Dabo Swinney downplays the transfer portal & the House settlement nears
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde kick off the show with the incident that happened at the PGA Championship with Scottie Scheffler. Forde share his first hand account of what the situation was like while he was covering the event.They move on to the latest comments made by Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney about the transfer portal. They question if his apprehension to recruiting transfer portal prospects will eventually lead to his downfall.Later, Wetzel brings up complaints made by fans across college football for early kickoffs to help cater to TV networks. They pitch which time slot they feel is best for attending a college football game. After the break, Dellenger shares an update on the House case settlement, and how smaller conferences are fighting back on having to foot part of the bill. He recaps a recent story he wrote focusing on the Big East's unwillingness to pay the same as P4 teams. The show wraps with a rant by Wetzel on an article written in the New York Times on landscaping and a story of a poorly planned beer theft.1:00 Aftermath of Scottie Scheffler at the PGA Championship5:54 Dabo Swinney's transfer portal avoidance27:52 Why noon kickoffs are bad36:30 Big East fights back on House settlement49:04 Dan's war with the New York Times58:17 People's Court: Beer bandits risk serious jail timeFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 588UNC creates commotion at ACC Meetings & the latest NCAA settlement update
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to UNC sharing their grievances at ACC meetings this week. They cover how North Carolina would be the highest sought after ACC program if it were to leave the conference.Then, they take time to make fun of what is left of the Pac-12 and it's recent announcement of broadcasting games on the CW. After the break, Dellenger shares an update on where the current NCAA settlement stands. Dellenger unpacks new details of aiming to eliminate collectives and a proposed employment model.They shift their focus to media personality Doug Gottleib being announced as Green Bay's next men's basketball coach, and determine if it's possible for Gottleib to continue to host his radio show while coaching.Wetzel wraps the show with news of Red Lobster announcing financial troubles due to an over consumption of shrimp by its customers. 0:44 UNC causes commotion at ACC Meetings32:55 The Pac-2 on the CW40:29 NCAA settlement update49:51 Doug Gottlieb to coach Green Bay1:02:50 Red Lobster in troubleFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 587Can the Big Ten overtake the SEC? And UCLA to pay Cal for Pac-12 departure
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde react to the parting shots made by outgoing Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith towards Michigan. The discuss Smith's comments regarding if there should be an asterisk next to the Buckeyes losses to Michigan during the past few seasons.Wetzel poses the question of if the Big Ten can soon overtake the SEC for college football dominance after Michigan has created a blue print for success.After the break, they react to the news of UCLA likely needing to pay $10 million over the next six years to Cal due to their departure from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten. Dellenger points out that this newly added expense limits the return for UCLA leaving the Pac-12.They then discuss top 2025 recruit Julian Lewis taking a recruiting visit to the unlikely destination of Indiana. Forde projects how the Hoosiers could be in the market to sign bigger recruits.They wrap the show with the story of a woman who is suing Cold Stone Creamery for falsely claiming their pistachio ice cream contains real pistachios.0:00 Introduction1:02 Parting shots from Ohio State's AD towards Michigan34:36 UCLA paying "Cal-imony"48:02 Julian Lewis visits Indiana58:11 People's Court: "Pistachi-no" ice creamFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 586College athletics revenue sharing, Brian Kelly cries about portal recruiting & The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl
On today's show, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde break down a recent update to the House v. NCAA case. Dellenger digs deeper on revenue sharing and where funds will come from to share with athletes.Wetzel directs their focus to recent comments made by LSU head coach Brian Kelly about his team's failures to secure top defensive tackle recruits in the spring portal window. They discuss how NIL is impacting how coaches recruit players to build proper team culture.After the break, they touch on four teams that are currently struggling in recruiting for the 2025 class. Dellenger brings up Arkansas adding a 28 year old MLB player to their squad.Later, they react to the news of rapper Snoop Dogg and his new beverage line being named as the sponsor of the Arizona Bowl.Wetzel wraps the show with the story of a man who was the commencement speaker at Ohio State, and claims he took psychedelics to write his speech.0:56 College athletics revenue sharing27:28 Brian Kelly fails in the transfer portal42:48 Teams struggling to recruit51:21 The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl57:11 A psychedelic commencement speechFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 585Colorado's social media squabble, athlete compensation models and fried chicken battery
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde start off today's show with a brief recap of the Kentucky Derby and Mystik Dan's unexpected victory.They open their college football discussion with a deeper dive into the events that unfolded on social media for Deion Sanders and Colorado football. They discuss the positive and negative ramifications of Coach Prime's roster shuffling and handling of former players. Dellenger expresses his frustration with how aggregation impacts journalism, and was a catalyst for this whole ordeal.After the break, Dellenger recaps his recent article on athlete compensation in the House v. NCAA settlement. The group pokes holes in some of the approaches, particularly how increasing scholarships for other sports will over complicate everything.They wrap the show with the story of a man who was arrested for throwing fried chicken at his sister.1:50 Colorado social media drama28:36 Athlete compensation models59:47 People's Court: Fried chicken batteryFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 584House v. NCAA settlement heats up, more drama at Colorado and the worst Kentucky Derby names
On today's show, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde dive deep on the latest update for the House v. NCAA case. Dellenger provides the most recent details from the settlement, as negotiations heat up.During this discussion, they analyze what this would mean for college football revenue sharing and how athletic programs will need to downsize to continue to fund their football programs. Later, they shift their focus to the current drama surrounding Colorado football and the Sanders family. They share thoughts on Colorado's spring game, and eventually recount the comments being made by former players who were pushed out of the program.With the Kentucky Derby around the corner, they wrap the show with Forde's list of worst horse names in the history of the event.0:51 House v. NCAA Settlement heats up45:37 Colorado Twitter beef58:03 The worst Kentucky Derby names everFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 583Recent College Football Playoff complaints, Dylan Raiola shines and Damien Martinez picks Miami
Dan Wetzel, Ross Delleneger, and SI's Pat Forde hop on in the aftermath of the 2024 NFL Draft, reliving the national excitement for the event. Wetzel brings up how a college athletics administrator asked him how college football could create a similar event that receives national coverage. The crew pitches ideas of how National Signing Day could follow in the NFL Draft's footsteps.They then break down a recent article written by Dellenger of the most recent complaints about the College Football Playoff by decision makers across college football. Dellenger shares the issues of rematches occurring and G5 teams receiving a bid to the playoffWetzel then shifts the focus back to the NFL Draft, sharing which teams and conferences had the most prospects. He acknowledges how the Pac-12 went out with a bang with the amount of prospects they had selected.They turn to recent transfer portal news, as former Oregon State running back Damien Martinez picked Miami as his new team. Following this, they react to Nebraska star freshman Dylan Raiola's spring game performance. They wrap their college football discussions with the news of former Iowa offensive coordinator Brain Ferentz being hired by Maryland as an analyst.The show concludes with the story of a man who is filing a lawsuit against a minor league baseball team in Fresno, California that discriminated against him for offering a "Ladies Night" promotion.1:01 Can college football create their own event similar to the NFL Draft?23:09 Issues and complaints with the College Football Playoff34:04 How college teams and conferences fared in the NFL Draft46:05 Damien Martinez to transfer to Miami48:42 Dylan Raiola's impressive Spring Game51:51 Brian Ferentz joins Maryland staff55:00 People's Court: A ladies night lawsuitFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 582Falcons surprisingly select Michael Penix Jr. and best 2024 NFL Draft picks
Immediately following the 2024 NFL Draft, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde react to the biggest headlines from the night.They open the show by assessing the destinations for top quarterback prospects, starting with the shocking pick of Michael Penix Jr. to the Atlanta Falcons. Forde bemoans the Denver Broncos decision to take Oregon's Bo Nix.They then evaluate the broadcasting debuts of coaching legends Bill Belichick and Nick Saban on the ESPN broadcasts. Dellenger points out the under appreciated charisma Saban brings the broadcast that will make College Gameday exciting in the fall.Later, the gang shares their favorite picks on the draft. They break down which selections think were the best fits and project to have the best careers.They wrap the show with the story of a man who was arrested for a DUI because of his Auto-brewery syndrome.6:51 1st Round Quarterbacks29:25 Nick Saban and Bill Belichick's broadcasting debuts43:26 The best picks in the 2024 NFL Draft50:24 Auto-brewery syndrome🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 581Reggie Bush finally gets his Heisman back, Dylan Edwards hits the portal and Shrinkflation
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger, and SI's Pat Forde hop on before the 2024 NFL Draft to share some of their favorite memories covering the event in years past. They later analyze freshman running back Dylan Edwards entering the transfer portal to leave Colorado, and acknowledge the departure of quarterback Deacon Hill at Iowa. Midway through the show, they react to the breaking news of former USC running back Reggie Bush re-accepting his Heisman Trophy. They recount his legendary career with the Trojans and why the award should have never been taken away from him in the first place.Later on in the show, they discuss a recently proposed playoff format for Group of 5 teams, that is spearheaded by former Tennessee coach Derek Dooley. Dellenger shares why the proposed plan is unlikely, and what he is hearing at the College Football spring meetings.They wrap up the show up with a deep dive on "shrinkflation" and how it's ruining many of their favorite food and beverage products. 0:55 NFL Draft Memories13:42 Dylan Edwards and Deacon Hill hit the Transfer Portal20:03 Reggie Bush gets his Heisman back33:26 NFL Draft Trivia40:07 A Group of 5 Playoff50:51 Beer and Oreo Shrinkflation🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 580Arch Manning dominates in the Texas spring game, and Jaden Rashada enters the transfer portal
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde begin the show by reacting to the Arch Manning buzz coming from the Texas spring game. They share why head coach Steve Sarkisian has the luxury of having two future NFL quarterbacks, and what the real expectations should be for Manning.They continue their spring game observations with thoughts on the performances by Notre Dame and Michigan. Wetzel pokes fun at Harbaugh's recent tattoo for being too bland, as Forde projects Notre Dame's offense to be improved in 2024.Wetzel then focuses in on the circus that was the Ole Miss spring game, that featured a dunk contest and a hot dog eating contest instead of actual on field action. They also analyze if this version of spring football could be the future.Wetzel later shares a clip from Next Round Live, that poses the question "Is Nick Saban or Abraham Lincoln more important to America."The crew shifts back to the transfer portal, reacting to former five-star quarterback recruit Jaden Rashada seeking a new home. Forde points out Rashada's constant changing of teams from high school until now.Dellenger later shares the background of Jeffrey Kessler, and how his lawsuit is reshaping the future of college football, and creating compensation opportunities for athletes.Wetzel caps off the show with a deep dive on the historic career of legendary athlete Joey Chestnut.1:00 Arch Madness15:43 Michigan and Notre Dame spring games35:24 Nick Saban or Abraham Lincoln?38:33 Jaden Rashada enters the transfer portal46:00 Jeffrey Kessler's plight to fix college football59:12 Joey Chestnut's legacy🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 579Coach Prime loses Cormani McClain and more to the portal, Michigan is penalized for recruiting violations
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the show by dissecting the difference between the spring Transfer Portal window and the winter one. They analyze why less big name players are entering, and how large programs are purging their teams of back end roster depth.They then shift their focus to Colorado, as Coach Prime loses more players to the portal. They discuss if there's concern for losing former 5-star DB Cormani McClain, and if fans should worry about their overall roster turnover.Later, Dan brings up the final result of Michigan's recruiting investigation. They joke about how during all of this, Jim Harbaugh is out in Los Angels living his best life in an RV.They wrap up the show with two People's Court incidents: a group of train car beer bandits, and an elephant on the loose in Montana.1:30 Spring Transfer Portal movement29:30 Colorado loses large group of players to the portal41:42 Michigan receives their punishment for their recruiting investigation1:01:52 People's Court: a beer stealing ring, and a loose elephant in Montana🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 578Spring game takeaways, transfer portal QBs, and Mark Pope's Kentucky introduction
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the top headlines arising from spring games across college football. They dive in on the QB battle happening at Ohio State, the focus on the dynamic between Nick Saban and Kalen DeBoer at Alabama, and Cam Rising being back for Utah.The guys then discuss if Michigan and Auburn should be in the market for adding a transfer portal quarterback. Forde points out the regression by Payton Thorne, and the guys pitch why they need to add competition to the room.After the break, they dissect the enormous celebration event by Kentucky to introduce their new basketball coach, former player Mark Pope. Wetzel brings up comments made by former Kentucky star DeMarcus Cousins and how Pope shouldn't spurn old players.Wetzel and Dellenger then recount their excursion to Augusta, Georgia to cover the Masters, as Wetzel shares his attempts to introduce Dellenger to UFC and slap fighting.They cap off the show with the story of a woman who is suing Disney World because she was trampled by Goofy.2:49 Ohio State, Alabama, and Utah spring game reactions28:40 Will Michigan and Auburn pursue Transfer Portal quarterbacks?37:02 Kentucky welcomes Mark Pope54:12 Ross and Dan's Masters adventures58:42 People's Court: Goofy causes trouble🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 577Ross meets with Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer, Coach Prime’s team building & is Kentucky locking in on Scott Drew?
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the war being waged by Chip Gaines and the Baylor community against Kentucky fans over Baylor men’s basketball head coach Scott Drew.They then evaluate the possibility of a college football “super league” existing based on reporting last week by The Athletic. Dellenger shuts down the possibility based on the advancement of the College Football Playoff’s new media rights deal.Their focus shifts to Dellenger’s recent visit with new Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer. Forde and Wetzel discuss how a completely different vibe will work for the Crimson Tide, as Dellenger explains all of the changes he’s witnessed.After the break, they react to the latest quotes from Colorado head coach Deion Sanders regarding his recruiting and handling of his roster. They discuss if they think there is a chance that Coach Prime hangs around after his son Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter leave.To wrap the show, Wetzel shares a story of a man who stole guacamole from a Chipotle in Michigan and how it got ugly quick.4:05 - Will Baylor lose Scott Drew to Kentucky?7:35 - Possibility of a college football super league19:10 - Ross’ meeting with new Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer37:45 - Deion Sanders’ team building strategies at Colorado49:50 - The People’s Court: Guacamole thiefFollow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellenger Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 576UConn goes back-to-back, Kentucky-Calipari divorce ripple effects and Women's tourney breaks TV records
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to UConn's dominant performance in the National Championship game. The trio puts into perspective the historic back-to-back title run from UConn and how Dan Hurley has built the best program in college basketball. The three ponder what Hurley's current legacy is and what his ceiling could be.The guys then react to John Calipari's exit from Kentucky to become the head coach at Arkansas. The three debate if Calipari can still succeed in the modern college basketball game and do so at Arkansas. Wetzel believes this move is a win-win-win for Calipari, Arkansas and Kentucky. Forde looks back at what went wrong down the stretch for Calipari's tenure in Lexington. Wetzel ponders what big-time head coach Kentucky can land next.After the break, the guys break down the historic Women's Tourney and the record TV viewership. Wetzel wonders if there will be continued growth for the women's game with Caitlin Clark leaving for the WNBA. Forde believes programs like South Carolina and stars like JuJu Watkins will be intriguing storylines next season but it's hard to know what exactly the Caitlin Clark void will be. Wetzel is very interested to see how Clark's career starts out in the WNBA.To end the show, Dellenger brings the football talk back to the pod and provides an update on potential guardrails, or lack thereof, coming to the transfer portal and NIL.1:15 - Putting into perspective UCONN's historical dominance the last two years in college basketball13:40 - The guys react to John Calipari heading to Arkansas and all the ripple effects it will have in the sport41:30 - Women's Tourney breaks TV viewership records... How much of that is the growth of the sport versus Caitlin Clark phenomena?52:11 - Ross provides a potential important update in 'guardrails' for NIL and transfer portal Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 575Greatest weekend of college basketball ever? Both Final Fours set up for enthralling finishes
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the latest March Madness TV ratings for both the Women's and Men's tournament. The trio dissects how both tournaments have stars and storylines that have captivated the country. Wetzel marvels at the basketball powerhouse that UCONN has become for both the women's and men's sports. Forde tries to put into historical perspective the impact Caitlin Clark has had on the women's tourney this year.Starting on Friday with the Women's Final Four and ending with the Men's national title game on Monday, Wetzel believes we could see a four day stretch of college basketball we've never seen before. The trio then discuss how the excitement around the Women's tourney this year should help the game move forward but Forde explains that there's still warts in the way people talk, cover and consume the women's game.After the break, the trio breakdown the Alabama-UCONN and NC State-Purdue matchups. Forde explains how Alabama and NC State need to play in order to pull off the massive upsets. The trio also discuss the tantalizing matchup between Purdue's Zach Edey and NC State's DJ Burns in the paint. The three also debate if Burns' size and talent could translate to an NFL career.The three then share their Final Four predictions and Wetzel ends the pod with a 'People's Court' about two police pursuits that sound too crazy to be real. But of course, they are.1:30 - March Madness TV ratings (for Men and Women) have been phenomenal... why is that?9:55 - Is this the most anticipated Women's Final Four... ever?28:25 - Men's Final Four preview: How Alabama and NC State can pull off massive upsets45:30 - Final Four predictions46:50 - People's Court: These police pursuit chases are literally comical Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 574Final Four first look: NC State's magic, Purdue's relief and Uconn's dominance make for fantastic intrigue
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to NC State's shocking win over Duke to put the program in their first Final Four since 1983. The trio can't get enough of the overnight sensation that is DJ Burns, who has helped fuel the Wolfpack on their magical run.Forde highlights how NC State and Purdue have long had to live in the shadow of other dominant programs in their states and how both finally get to live in the limelight. Wetzel shares a story of Matt Painter and how close he was to playing, and potentially coaching, at Indiana under Bob Knight. Forde agrees there is an alternate reality where Matt Painter is doing what he's done for Indiana and not Purdue.The trio after the break looks at the historic dominance of UConn and if anyone can stop them from repeating as champs. Wetzel shares how the transfer portal built Alabama's fast paced, high octane team. Forde believes the Crimson Tide have to score 100 in order to pull off the massive upset to beat UConn.The guys end the show talking about all the absurdities taking place in the Women's tourney and how excited they are to watch Iowa-LSU on Monday night. The trio end the show by 'Saying Something Nice' about March Madness.2:00 - How NC State got to the Final Four and what makes them special12:30 - How Purdue got to the Final Four and what makes them special30:35 - How UConn got to the Final Four and what makes them special39:10 - How Alabama got to the Final Four and what makes them special45:45 - The Women's Tourney is off the rails, LSU-Iowa is set to be a classic59:40 - Say Something Nice segment: March Madness edition Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 573March Madness ratings tick up, Final Four picks and could new rule lead to super sized football staffs?
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to March Madness TV ratings and why this year's tournament has exceeded most people's expectation. Forde believes the combination of early upsets coupled with big time programs and storylines moving on to the second weekend will only help the tournament's interest. Dellenger points out that a record number of Americans will bet on the tournament this year.The trio then discusses the ramifications of sports betting becoming a prominent part of March Madness and college sports in general. The crew then reacts to the news that John Calipari will be staying on as head coach in Kentucky. Wetzel believes the program can't move on from Calipari unless they have an immediate plan to replace him. Forde provides an update on Louisville basketball head coaching search, which has become down right nauseating.After the break, the trio provides their updated Final Four predictions. Wetzel has a hard time staying focused for his picks, given he doesn't want to give them, and ends up sharing thoughts on a Harvard basketball player that has entered the transfer portal and goes on a tangent about what makes college hockey so great.The trio ends the pod with Dellenger sharing a story on a potential new rule that could expand college football coaching staffs and change the way power house programs could recruit in the future. Wetzel ends the pod with a wild 'People's Court' and Dellenger shares a heartbreaking story about a wild duck he raised as a kid.1:35 - March Madness TV ratings are up... is it because of sports gambling? 20:25 - John Calipari stays put at Kentucky, Louisville really going after Pitino's son?30:45 - The guys update their Final Four picks... Dan sort of does (while also talking about College Hockey)48:55 - Could these new rules lead to an explosion of more College Football coaches and recruiters? Ross explains56:40 - People's Court: Juggling Duck Man gets banned for life from Buc-ee's Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 572Don't expand March Madness, it's perfect as is + Why Kentucky might be stuck with Calipari
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the instant classic and finish between Houston and Texas A&M in the second round of March Madness. All three share their biggest takeaways from the first weekend of the tournament including Purdue's dominance so far and Kentucky's collapse against Oakland.The trio then discusses why the tournament is perfect as it is and does not need any further expansion. Dellenger reiterates the desire the power four conferences have to do so anyways. Dellenger explains how conference realignment and expansion are the crux for these conferences wanting more access into the tournament. Wetzel shares an idea from college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla on how expanding the tournament could work and still be fair to mid-majors.After the break, Wetzel shares his amusement and deep dive on Grand Canyon University. Wetzel can't determine if he wants to buy literal stock in Grand Canyon University or if the whole thing is a farce, including the fans that went to the actual games this weekend.The three then deliberate on the future of John Calipari at Kentucky after yet another embarrassing performance in March Madness. Forde explains why firing Calipari, who signed a life-time contract, is easier said than done. The trio also react to FAU's former head coach Dusty May taking the Michigan job. Forde explains how May's decision to go to Ann Arbor has Louisville almost starting from square one again to find their new head basketball coach.The trio ends the pod with a 'Say Something Nice' segment and a people's court on a dad who might win 'Father of the Year' in 2024.1:30 - First weekend of March Madness takeaways: Houston survives classic, Oakland captures nation, chalky bracket17:00 - Don't fix, tweak, expand March Madness... it's not broken, it's perfect32:05 - Dan is enthralled with Grand Canyon University's stock and fans40:55 - Coaching news: What does Kentucky do with Calipari? Michigan lands May51:24 - 'Say Something Nice' segment: March Madness edition59:00 - People's Court: Father of the year or not? Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Ep 571Is the ACC headed for implosion? + Coaches that need a serious run in March Madness
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the latest Clemson lawsuit that is yet another sign of a potential implosion of the ACC. Wetzel is bothered by the timing of the lawsuit when he just wants to enjoy March Madness. Forde then goes on an epic rant about how every school is in it for themselves and everyone looks to pass the blame for the state of college sports, when in fact, everyone is to blame.The three then discuss, and also can't believe, the transfer portal in college basketball is going on while March Madness is being played.Wetzel and Forde breakdown Alabama football getting one of their top prospects back from Iowa who never even played a down for the Hawkeyes. Wetzel and Forde then debate which coaches in March Madness need a good run in the tournament the most. They also debate if watching at a bar or hosting a house party is better for March Madness.To end the show the three attempt to give their Final Four picks. Wetzel only picks three teams. He then shares a story about a man in Montana getting arrested for making hybrid animals in People's Court.4:20 - Clemson's lawsuit another sign the ACC could implode?24:45 - Why the hell is the transfer portal open during March Madness?28:55 - Alabama gets big prospect back from Iowa 30:53 - Which Blue Blood is on upset alert in the first weekend?34:55 - Coaches that REALLY need a good March Madness run46:30 - Would you rather watch March Madness at a Bar or host a house party?49:45 - The guys make their final four picks (Well Dan sort of does)59:00 - People's Court: Montana man is making hybrid animals Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv