The Solid Verbal College Football

Ty and Dan invite Dan Carlin from Hardcore History back on the podcast to discuss his deep love for all things Colorado Buffaloes and college football. How does he feel about the unorthodox nature of Deion Sanders' new regime? What's the historical comp for Colorado leaving the Pac-12 and rejoining its old conference? What happens to rivalries in the wake of widespread conference realignment? What are his gameday antics when the Buffaloes square off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers?Enter to win prizes in Grand Total and Run The Board, our two exclusive contests at Verballers.comThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan put a bow on their season previews but giving their spicy predictions for the 2023 college football season. Which over/unders, Heisman longshots, and playoff contenders does Ty like most? On which make-believe prop bets would Dan wager if given the chance?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!The Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take a look at the new Big 12 with the conference expanding to 16 teams starting in 2024 with the additions of Colorado, Arizona, Arizona State and Utah. Is Utah instantly a top-tier program? How will the Arizona schools fare in a conference with a higher floor? What effect has conference realignment had on the prestige of the Big 12?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!The Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan close out their 2023 college football previews by talking about Notre Dame and the Group of Five conferences. Will Marcus Freeman take the Fighting Irish to another level with the addition of Sam Hartman? Does Notre Dame have an issue at wide receiver and along the defensive line? Plus, why the American is better than the Mountain West, why the Sun Belt is a conference on the rise, how the MAC could be interesting, and how Conference USA dropped its hyphen but not its name-brand coaches.Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!The Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan conclude their preview of Power 5 conferences by taking a look at the 33 most fascinating things about SEC football in the upcoming 2023 college football season. Will Georgia hit a speed bump with a new quarterback? Should you sell your Alabama stock? Could Tennessee take a step forward with Joe Milton at QB? What does Year 2 under Brian Kelly look like at LSU? What does the return of Liam Cohen mean for Kentucky's offense? Will Shane Beamer pull off another miracle at South Carolina? Can Jimbo Fisher live in harmony with Bobby Petrino at Texas A&M? Is Ole Miss the most interesting team in the country? Why is Florida's over/under so low? What is Missouri's offensive identity? What will Mississippi State's new scheme look like? Does Arkansas have the pieces around KJ Jefferson and Rocket Sanders to make a move in the SEC West? Will Auburn be better or worse than expected? And why is Vandy a trendy bet to hit its over?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!Listen to our full SEC Schedule PreviewThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan react to the news that the Oregon Ducks and Washington Huskies will be leaving the Pac-12 and joining the Big Ten in time for the 2024 college football season.The Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan forge ahead in the run-up to the 2023 college football season by taking a look at the 31 most fascinating things about the upcoming Big Ten season. Is there any reason to feel less confident in Michigan? Will Ohio State fix its big play problem on defense? Is Penn State a legit contender if Drew Allar meets expectations? How bullish is too bullish for Wisconsin in Luke Fickell's first season? What is the "Ferentz Fluff Up" and when will we see it this season? How early is too early to believe in Matt Rhule at Nebraska? Can Taulia Tagovailoa outlast Maryland's rebuilding lines? Did two spring transfers kill Michigan State's chances of a bounceback season? Will Minnesota play a more exciting brand of football in 2023? What does Purdue look like with Hudson Card at the helm? Is the Illinois defensive line good enough to hang with the big boys of the conference? How could Indiana and Rutgers exceed expectations?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!Listen to our full Big Ten Schedule PreviewThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan continue their preview of the 2023 college season and turn their focus to the fascinating things about this year's version of the ACC. Is the conference a two-horse race between Florida State and Clemson? Will North Carolina solve its defensive woes for the sake of Drake Maye? Is Miami too talented to go 5-7 again? Can Duke withstand a much tougher schedule? What is realistic for Jeff Brohm in Year One at Louisville? Will the Anae-Armstrong reunion be enough to reboot the NC State offense? Does Pitt have the beef up front? What does Wake look like without Sam Hartman? Will Georgia Tech's brotherhood of transfers pay dividends for Brent Key? Will we see the return of Garrett "Shredder" at Syracuse? What is the world is going on with Virginia and Virginia Tech?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!Listen to our full ACC Schedule PreviewThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan continue previewing the 2023 college football season by breaking down the 29 most fascinating parts of the Big 12. Is this finally the year for Texas? What's the problem with Oklahoma's defense? Can Chris Klieman's formula at Kansas State negate his losses on defense? What does Year 3 under Lance Leipold have in store for Kansas? Why is everyone so down on Oklahoma State? Is there reason to be a Baylor Believer in 2023? Which of BYU, Cincinnati, Houston and UCF are best positioned for the jump up into a Power 5 conference? Is Texas Tech the quiet assassin of the conference? Could Iowa State win 8 games? Does TCU have any magic left for Year 2 under Sonny Dykes? Is Neal Brown toast at West Virginia?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!Listen to our full Big 12 Schedule PreviewThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.-Watch and subscribe to The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal-Follow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein-Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With news that the Colorado Buffaloes will be leaving the Pac-12 and joining back up with the Big 12 in 2024, Ty and Dan discuss the implications of the move in the short- and long-terms. What does it mean for the remaining teams in the Pac-12, such as Oregon and Washington, and what does it portend about the future of the Big 12 under Brett Yormark's leadership?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan kick off their previews for the 2023 college football season by taking a look at the most fascinating storylines in the Pac-12. Will the USC defense ever get better? What does the next chapter look like for Chip Kelly at UCLA? How close is Dan Lanning to creating a version of Georgia with the Oregon Ducks? Should Washington be the favorite to win the Pac-12? Can Coach Prime's massive roster experiment work at Colorado? Is there anything interesting about Cal? How much better does DJ U make Oregon State? Will Stanford have enough players? Will Jedd Fisch's bold defensive strategy pay off? Why does the Drew Pyne transfer make sense at Arizona State? What will Washington State's new offense look like? And why is everyone still doubting Utah?Play our preseason game, Grand Total, now at Verballers.com!Listen to our full Pac-12 Schedule PreviewThe Solid Verbal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever you listen to podcasts.Watch The Solid Verbal on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalFollow us on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubensteinSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan inspect the wonderful Twitter feed of Message Board Genuises (@BoardGeniuses) and examine the most outrageous fan takes in the buildup to the 2023 college football season. Is it time for Marcus Freeman to be fired? Is a Quinn Ewers fundraiser a secret sting operation? Is it too late for Oklahoma to unjoin the SEC? Is it acceptable to spread a loved one's ashes at Doak Campbell Stadium?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty checks in with Matt Brown from the Extra Points Newsletter to get the latest information on the upcoming release of EA Sports College Football, the firing of Pat Fitzgerald, the squabble between San Diego State and the Mountain West Conference, the NCAA's push for federal NIL legislation, and more.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan react to the breaking news that Pat Fitzgerald has been fired by Northwestern. Plus, a pre-recorded conversation with Rodger Sherman of The Ringer, detailing the contours of the Wildcat football program, its power structures, the influential people that make it tick, and more. Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take a look at teams that went 7-5 last season and examine whether each is a "flex" or "flop" moving forward. Where do you stand on the longer term outlooks for Kentucky, Louisville, Washington State, Houston, Wake Forest and Syracuse?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan march into the long weekend with a free-flowing, July 4th-themed look at the college football world, picking out the Sams and Bills most likely to create fireworks this fall, the most imposing Eagles in the sport, the best red and blue uniforms, and much more. Plus, hot takes about amateur fireworks displays, creative cookout strategies and more.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic's Ari Wasserman joins the show to talk Texas-to-the-College Football Playoff, Penn State/Michigan/Ohio State Big Ten hierarchy, Tennessee postseason dreams, Notre Dame and Marcus Freeman's Dunzo or Not Dunzo-ness, the difficulty in explaining our magical sport to outsiders, Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams, and more!Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take turns pitching the future prospects of USC, UCLA, Texas, and Oklahoma to a pool of sharks -- err, Sarks -- and discuss why they should invest emotional energy as each team's path gets significantly more difficult in 2024 with conference allegiances switching to either the Big Ten or SEC. Featuring Andy Staples as a guest Sark.Support The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan cycle back through the latest college football news, including the Big Ten and SEC schedule releases for 2024, 2025 and beyond, the persistent rumors about San Diego State's exit from the Mountain West, Jack Swarbrick's move away from Notre Dame, USF's new stadium and more.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan talk through an imaginary college football universe as a quixotic billionaire tries to influence the sport that he loves and, ultimately, fails.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan open up a mailbag rife with curiosity over this year's TCU, potentially shocking College Football Playoff non-qualifiers, a hypothetical pause button amid nonstop conference realignment over the last decade, an honest conversation about the future of the Group of 5 and much more. Plus, aesthetically pleasing game styles, the effect of new clock rules, tips for ditching your friends on Saturday, and the best way to earn proactive, yet passive, income in college footballSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan pick out 12 of the most interesting Group of Five teams and evaluate their schedules for the 2023 college football season. Does Tulane still have the inside track on the American, or can UTSA spoil a repeat title run? Is this finally the year for Toledo? Can Boise State survive a tough September? Is Troy set up for a repeat in the Sun Belt? Plus, Dan sounds off on the SEC's (temporary) extension of its eight-game conference schedules going into 2024.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan walk through the scheduling for the upcoming 2023 Big 12 football season. What does TCU's path look like in Year 2 under Sonny Dykes? Can Oklahoma go undefeated? Why Kansas State and Oklahoma State have the best two schedules in the conference. How will newcomers BYU, Cincinnati, Houston and UCF adjust to harder schedules? Is Baylor the ultimate tweener team? Is Texas finally... back?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan forge ahead and examine the entire ACC schedule in advance of the 2023 college football season. How do Mike Norvell and Florida State's matchups line up as they try to take the next step towards CFB's elite tier? What does Mario Cristobal and Miami's road look like for a much-needed bounce back attempt?  What's specifically unique about the teams that Dabo Swinney and Clemson face this fall? Does it even matter who Mack Brown and North Carolina play? Plus, the beauty in Virginia Tech's slate, the harsh reality of rooting for Georgia Tech, NC State's new moniker, and more.(Follow along with this schedule!)Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan walk through the schedules of every Pac-12 team in the 2023 college football season. Which of Oregon, Washington and USC has the easier road to the College Football Playoff? Why is Utah's schedule so hard? Could Cal be secretly interesting? Are UCLA and Oregon State sleeping giants? How did Colorado become the least Gumpy team in the Pac-12?(Follow along with this schedule matrix!)Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan continue their series of 2023 college football schedule previews by taking a closer look at the slate of Big Ten games for the upcoming season. How will Michigan's schedule impact its chances of three-peating as conference champs? Will Ohio State's schedule be a limiting factor for the Buckeyes? Will an early, nondescript stretch of games define Penn State's season? Why is Wisconsin's over/under so high despite being in Year 1 under Luke Fickell? Is the conference trying to get Rutgers to quit? Plus, a three-way fight for the most "Gumpy" team in the conference and a conversation about Iowa's post-schedule reality.(Follow along with this schedule matrix!)Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take a look at the upcoming SEC schedule for the 2023 college football season. Which schedules are the easiest, toughest and trappiest? Whose schedules are Gumpy and which are fettucine alfredo?Follow long with this helmet schedule: https://fbschedules.com/helmets/fbs/2023-sec-helmet-schedule.pdfSupport The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan react to the reveal of the ACC's "Magnificent 7" -- Florida State, Clemson, Miami, North Carolina, NC State, Virginia and Virginia Tech -- and how its collective interest could reframe the conference realignment discussion. Plus, honest conversations on the state of play at Kansas State, Minneosta and Texas A&M, with a special focus on what each program must do to get to a comfortable 10-wins per season.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan provide a quick update on the state of conference realignment and expansion in college football and discuss the significance of Notre Dame being a free agent in the apparel market after its deal with Under Armour expired. Plus, the Quest for 10 wins for Pitt, Oklahoma State and UCLA. What must the Panthers and Cowboys do to establish themselves as a consistent double-digit winning team? David Woods from BruinReportOnline.com stops by to give the state of play for Chip Kelly at UCLA as the Bruins aspire for the next step.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take a closer look at the state of the Arkansas and Missouri football programs and discuss what it'll take for each to comfortably reach 8 wins per season on an ongoing basis. Plus, Chris Anderson from EerSports.com stops by to give the insider's perspective on what it'll take Neal Brown and the Mountaineers to get to more stable footing. And, a quick glance at the news, as Iowa and Iowa State sift through a potential gambling controversy.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan take a closer look at what it'd take for a handful of teams to get to the "next step" and grow into a program that reliably wins 8 games a season. How close are Arizona and Georgia Tech to making the jump and how have recent coaches changes and transfers factored in? Is the infrastructure in place to support a leap forward? Plus, Jeff Ermann from InsideMDSports.com stops by to examine the Terrapins' plan for building on their progress in the Big Ten. And, a quick look at Payton Thorne's transfer to Auburn, Chris Klieman's new contract with Kansas State and new schedule for the expanded College Football Playoff starting in 2024.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan field questions from the Verballerhood about the Coach Prime Strategy in Colorado, the biggers leapers of 2023, college football's endangered Cinderella stories, the Portal's effect on Group of Five players, games in foreign countries, and more!The full version of this episode can be found at Verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan refer a lively slate of questions for investigation by their Internal Affairs division, including Deion Sanders' master plan, Tyler Buchner's recent transfer to Alabama, the latest setback for Mel Tucker at Michigan State, the most interesting transfer portal teams, the silver lining to mass realignment and college uniforms with the wrong colors.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan regroup after a month of interviews to chat about the effects of college football's new clock rules, the reaction to Tony Petitti, the Big Ten's new commissioner, and the worrying or not-so-worrying takeaways from the last few weeks of college football spring games. Which teams should be concerned and which will be just fine.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan invite Nate Tice of The Athletic back to the show to break down the upcoming NFL Draft. Who does he prefer between Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson and Will Levis? Which players have the chance to be "rulebreakers" at the next level? What trends among college athletes will soon have an effect on the NFL? What's his most controversial take?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan chat with Parker Fleming (@statsowar) about Sonny Dykes's remarkable first season as head coach of TCU football. What was it like taking over for a legend in Gary Patterson? How did he get things to click so quickly? How is the program using its runner-up boost to aid recruiting and program development? What are reasonable expectations looking forward? Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty chats with Mike Vorel of the Seattle Times to get the grade for Kalen DeBoer's first season as coach of the Washington Huskies. How was he able to transform the offense so quickly? What was the state of the program after Jimmy Lake's sudden exit? How are the Huskies trying to counter Oregon's recruiting dominance in the Pacific Nortwest? And what are realistic expectations for Year 2 and beyond?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan chats with Chris Level of RedRaiderSports.com about Joey McGuire's first year in Lubbock as head coach of the Texas Tech Red Raiders. What was the state of the program when McGuire took over? What grade does McGuire get for an 8-5 season in 2022? What needs to happen next for the Red Raiders to be more of a factor in the new-look Big 12?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan talk with Andy Bitter of TechSideline.com about Brent Pry's first season as head coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies. After a mediocre 3-8 campaign, how close is Pry to retooling the roster and taking a step forward with the offense? What was the state of affairs after the Justin Fuente era in Blacksburg? How patient are Virginia Tech fans after nearly 30 years of sustained success under Frank Beamer?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan are joined by Eddie Radosevich from SoonerScoop.com to grade how Brent Venables did in his first season as head coach of the Oklahoma Sooners. What exactly was the problem with the defense? What's the general direction of the offense? How has Venables adapted to being The Guy after decades as an assistant? Plus, a dramatic retelling of the frenetic days that saw Lincoln Riley bolt for USC and the reverberations throughout the Sooner fan base.Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan invite Jordy Culotta from The Jordy Culotta Show on the pod to grade out Brian Kelly's first year with the LSU Tigers. What was the reaction to the infamous fake accent? How did Kelly reorganize the team and culture? How does Kelly's recruiting pitch differ from Ed Orgeron's? What are reasonable expectations for 2023 and beyond?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan talk with Manny Navarro of The Athletic and Wide Right Podcast about Mario Cristobal's first year with the Miami Hurricanes. How does he grade the job that Cristobal did? Who's to blame for the issues on both offense and defense? Was the job harder than Cristobal thought? How confident is he that the right guy is in charge of the Canes?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan talk with Matt Prehm of the Autzen Audibles Podcast and 247Sports about Dan Lanning's first year with the Oregon Ducks. How does he grade Lanning's first season in Eugene? Was he surprised by Oregon's poor defense in 2022? What does the rise of Bo Nix say about Lanning's culture? Should Ducks fans worry that Lanning could leave for greener pastures?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan chat with Dave Waters from Gators Breakdown Podcast about Billy Napier's first year with the Florida Gators. How does he grade out the job that Napier did after taking over for Dan Mullen? What was the source of the week-to-week inconsistency in Gainesville? What's being done to fix the defense in 2024? And what effect, if any, did the Jaden Rashada debacle have on recruiting?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan welcome Ryan Abraham from USCFootball.com and the Peristyle Podcast back to the show to recap Lincoln Riley's first year at USC. How should the Trojans be graded after an exciting 11-win season, led by a pyrotechnic offense and Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback in Caleb Williams? What made the USC defense such a liability and is Alex Grinch the guy who can fix it? Plus, what has the last year been like to cover USC football amid the high profile coaching chance and impending move to the Big Ten?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan talk their way through the second half of their Coach Bracket in the spirit of March Madness. Has Dabo Swinney's star faded? How good is Ryan Day? How high is too high for Lance Leipold? Would you rank Kirby Smart over Nick Saban?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: http://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the spirit of March Madness, Ty and Dan put together a bracket of 32 coaches and debate which they'd rather want running their programs. Using Bruce Feldman's article as a seeding guide, they work through the top half of their bracket. Is Nick Saban a shoo-in? Why's Mack Brown seeded so low? And why is Jimbo Fisher vs. Kalen DeBoer the most interesting matchup of the first round. Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty chats with Pete Sampson about an intense couple months at Notre Dame, as Sam Hartman transferred in, Tommy Rees left for Alabama, and Gerad Parker was promoted to offensive coordinator from within. How did the Hartman transfer come to be and was there ever a concern he might change his mind? What was the relationship like between Marcus Freeman and Rees? And with bigger names rumored as the next playcaller, is it a disappointment that Parker got the nod?SUPPORT THE SOLID VERBAL ON PATREON: https://www.verballers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan examine the NFL scouting reports for Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson, CJ Stroud, Will Levis, Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs and relive the experience of watching each play in college. Would you want to draft them if you ran an NFL team?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Dan pay homage to their roots and go for a ride on an alternate version of the Oregon Trail, chock full of pivotal moments for potential conference realignment around college football. What happens if Oregon and Washington bolt for the Big Ten? What happens if the "corner schools" join the Big 12? Is there any way Florida State can free itself from the ACC? What's the deal with Notre Dame?Support The Solid Verbal on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.