Until Saturday: A show about college football

The "Mechanized Mayhem", Tank Ledger, better known as Joe Spivak to the college football community, joins Andy in detailing his path from Northwestern, where he played DT, to the WWE. Later, we bring you an excerpt from 'Prospects to Pros' in The Athletic Football Show feed, which is co-hosted by Andy and Dane Brugler. The guys discuss ex-Florida QB Anthony Richardson's skillset, and what abilities are translatable to the NFL.Check out The Athletic Football Show:https://apple.co/3BkZcOTJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Joe on Twitter: @TankLedgerWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. recap a wild week in the transfer portal. Max has the the latest on this new "transfer portal window". Sam also discussed his A1 story on Texas A&M titled "Texas A&M had national title hopes, a $94.9 million coach and a No. 1 recruiting class. What went wrong?"Plus, Joel Anderson joins the show! Joel’s a former TCU player, used to work with Sam covering CFB at ESPN & currently works at Slate and is co-hosting a sports podcast. Last year Joel was on the show, was very tepid about Sonny Dykes and was instead lobbying for the Horned Frogs to hire Deion Sanders. The guys get his perspective on the man he used to call “September Sonny" and his Horned Frogs' trip to the CFP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

College football news just keeps coming and Andy and Ari are here to break it down, including Jeff Brohm's departure from Purdue to Louisville. Who are head coaching candidates for the Boilermakers job? Drake Maye announces he's staying at UNC, and we react to possibly the wildest transfer portal announcement yet.- Reuben Owens commits to Texas A&M (2:00)-Drake Maye remains a Tar Heel, but Phil Longo heads to Wisconsin (5:30)-Are recruiting rankings losing their value & can a program win a title without a top-25 recruiting class? (12:30)-George Kliavkoff on Coach Prime & TV deal (19:30)-Dillon Johnson's transfer portal announcement (23:30)-Do highest-ranked conf champions deserve bye rounds in a 12-team format? (29:30)-Purdue's opening (40:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/a28duUIOsyQJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari and Mitch have their weekly dose of recruiting news and notes.The guys are joined by Max Olson who discusses how the new transfer portal window is impacting the recruiting cycle and national signing day. What will Colorado's recruiting class be ranked come February now that Deion Sanders has taken over in Boulder? Can Louisville hold its class together with Scott Satterfield leaving for Cincinnati?Will Trent Dilfer turn UAB into a Group of 5 destination program for recruits? Why is Oklahoma State losing so many starters in the portal? Plus, more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football...The Power 5:1. Did the committee get it right?2. Coaching changes3. Biggest transfer names4. Heisman finalists5. CFP expansionHappy Hour:Deion Sanders and ColoradoEddie Robinson Coach of the Year nominees:Sonny Dykes, TCUMike Elko, DukeWillie Fritz, TulaneJim Harbaugh, MichiganLincoln Riley, USCKirby Smart, GeorgiaJon Sumrall, TroyJeff Traylor, UTSAFavorite bowl games:Cure Bowl (UTSA vs Troy)Las Vegas (Florida vs. Oregon State)Holiday (Oregon vs. UNC)Cheez-It (Florida State vs Oklahoma)Alamo (Texas vs. Washington)On the Rocks:Cincinnati and Scott SatterfieldLast Call - Cheers or JeersNicole: Heisman votingChris: Max Duggan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer portal is open, and who better to break it all down than the Portal Authority, Max Olson?! Andy, Ari, and Max chat about DJ Uiagalelei, Devin Leary, Kedon Slovis, and more QBs on the move as well as other marquee players. How is the transfer portal impact traditional recruiting? The guys also discuss Coach Prime's first team meeting at Colorado, and what it could mean for the program's future. Plus, Ari drank the scorpion shot and lived to tell the tale.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/W6MfsCDqK-QJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react in real-time to the College Football Playoff being set. Did Ohio State deserve to snake in at #4? Was keeping TCU at #3 right? Was Alabama's sliver of hope merely drama-fueled? Plus, an early look at the Fiesta and Peach Bowls.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/hW5CYM7_2XAJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter; @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live from Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay, courtesy of our partners at BetMGM, Andy and Ari react to a wild championship week of action. The only question that now remains; who's going to be in the College Football Playoff? (Oh, and why didn't Dabo start Cade Klubnik sooner?)-Welcome to Banana Land: who's going to be 3 and 4? (1:00)-Nick Saban's case for Alabama in the CFP (4:45)-ASSJUICE administered for a candid response to Bama in the CFP (7:30)-Michigan vs. Ohio State in the playoff? (13:00)-Would Cade Klubnik have saved Clemson's season? (21:45)-Playoff predictions (30:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/jmzRCYi3o1wJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Brody are in Atlanta where Georgia dominated LSU to win the SEC Championship. Are the Dawgs on the way to a National Championship repeat. Plus, Saban goes full campaign mode. What does his argument mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari are in Vegas and react to Utah's blowout win over #4 USC. The Trojans defense couldn't stop the Utes in the 2nd half. Does this mean Ohio State is now in the playoff? Could a rematch with Michigan be in the cards? The guys discuss and debate playoff scenarios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari and Nicole pick the games of college football's Championship Week against the spread. Can USC and TCU win and secure their place in the College Football Playoff?-CFP expanding in '24 (2:30)-USC-Utah in Pac-12 title game; would you rather have Caleb Williams or Bryce Young? (11:30)- TCU-KSU; could the Horned Frogs fall out of playoff contention with a loss? (23:00)- USF-Tulane (33:00)- LSU-UGA (35:00)- UNC-Clemson (41:00)- Purdue-Michigan (44:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/hGmppoF5Um0Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicholeAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Big 12 Championship week!The transfer portal window opens on 12/5. Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. discuss impact players who will be in the portal looking for a new team in 2023.Neil Brown will be back at West Virginia in 2023.North Texas vs. UTSA in the Conference USA title game is the low-key game of the week.Plus, a Big 12 title game preview with Kansas State Offensive Coordinator Collin Klein. Can the Wildcats ruin TCU's perfect season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Power 5:1. Top 4 heading into championship weekend2. UAB hires Trent Dilfer3. West Virginia has an AD, Neal Brown is safe4. Auburn hires Freeze, more coaching stuff later in the show5. The transfer portal window officially opens 12/5 Happy Hour:Nebraska hires Matt RhuleWisconsin hires Luke FickellChampionship weekend!. On the Rocks:UAB hires Trent Dilfer?UNLV, WMU, Tulsa, Texas State, Stanford & Cincinnati open Last Call:Nicole: Jeers for the in-season CFP rankings releasesChris: Committee not ranking UTSA or Troy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari Wasserman and Mitch Light discuss the recruiting impact of the coaching carousel.Hugh Freeze to AuburnLuke Fickell to WisconsinMatt Rhule to NebraskaTrent Dilfer to UABWhat does success look like on the trail for these four coaches?An update on commitments and decommitments.Player of the week!Mailbag:Which school has the highest recruiting floor?what Power 5 schools have the lowest ceiling? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the penultimate edition of the College Football Playoff rankings reveal, Andy and Ari chat about Tennessee fans' rancor and championship weekend implications for USC, Ohio State, and...Alabama?- Rankings 11-25 (3:00)- Alabama's playoff hopes & being ranked ahead of the Vols (5:00)- Michigan #2, USC #4 (11:00)- Did Georgia also take an 'L' in Michigan's win over Ohio State? (14:00)- Sam Khan Jr. joins the show to chat TCU vs KSU (16:30)- Boo Corrigan on Bama/OSU & wins vs losses (31:15)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/tmt2RAPeacAJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Sam on Twitter: @skhanjr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The coaching carousel is whirling at an alarmingly fast rate, but Andy, Ari, and Scott are here to help it all make sense.- Is Hugh Freeze at Auburn the right fit? (3:15)-Which conference now has more quality coaching depth: The SEC or Big Ten? (24:30)- Ohio State has regressed under Ryan Day (26:30)- Who's the worst coach in the SEC, or Big Ten? (34:15)- Will the Big Ten's larger payday help elevate the conference to SEC levels? (39:15)- Ari's UNLV recruiting pitch (52:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/dsg4aHipijwJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Scott on Twitter: @ScottDochterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller recap the final regular season in the SECWhat happened to LSU and what does it mean for Saturday?Why isn't No. 1 Georgia compelling this season?LSU beats Georgia if …The Auburn coaching search continues.Lane Kiffin stays at Ole MissSouth Carolina beats ClemsonSEC Championship game picks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react to Wisconsin hiring Cincinnati's Luke Fickell. Was this fair to Jim Leonhard? Was Fickell the best non-Big Ten head coach available? What does Fickell bring to the Badgers?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/kFLtgZltkMYJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react to a tremendously fun rivalry week, including Michigan's thorough shellacking of Ohio State, LSU and Clemson both going down in shocking fashion, Caleb Williams' four-touchdown performance versus Notre Dame, and more! Plus, what will the CFP rankings reveal come Tuesday? Could Alabama surprise us all?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/rpb92DcesRcJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari and Max Olson discuss Nebraska's win at Iowa on Black Friday. The Cornhuskers surged to a 24-0 and then tried to give it away, but the Hawkeyes couldn't finish the comeback. Now Purdue can win the Big Ten West by beating Indiana.Meanwhile, Nebraska is closing in on hiring former Temple, Baylor and Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule as its next head coach. The guys break down the choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opposing programs whose fans despise one another are at it this week, Rivalry Week! Who will win the Egg & Iron Bowls, the Jewelled Shillelagh, and The Game? Andy and Ari break it all down for you:- Is there some AP Poll vibes to the CFP rankings? (1:30)- Egg Bowl & Kiffin to Auburn? (10:00)- Nebraska-Iowa (16:45)- Florida-FSU (27:30)- South Carolina-Clemson (29:15)- Apple Cup, Louisville-UK, Civil War & Big 12 rivalries (31:30)- Iron Bowl (39:15)- Notre Dame-USC (41:15)- Michigan-OSU (46:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/7Was7WDanXAJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this fouth installment of the College Football Playoff rankings reaction, Andy and Ari chat about Clemson's postseason hopes, a whacky (and unbelievable) Alabama playoff theory, USC's position, which final at-large bid in a 12-team playoff we'd like to see from this year's field, and more!- Clemson's hopes & 10-25 (1:30)- Scenario: USC, 1-loss Pac-12 champ, misses the playoff? (19:30)- TCU, strength of record (22:15)- Alabama Chaos Theory (28:15)- Which at-large bid would we like to see in a 12-team? (32:30)- Boo on Clemson and USC (42:30)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/huq8Ap981lwJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football topics...Power 5:1. EA Sports' CFB game is delayed 2. Caleb Williams has taken the lead in the Athletic’s Heisman straw poll3. Hendon Hooker torn ACL4. Mark Stoops extension through 20315. Jim Leonhard may be getting the Wisconsin jobHappy Hour:Michigan/Ohio State is what CFB is all about Other big games we’re excited about: USC-ND, Egg Bowl, Tulane-Cincy, Florida-FSU, Iowa-Nebraska, App STate-GS, South Carolina-Clemson, Civil War & Kansas-KState On the Rocks: - Lane Kiffin and local media -Coaching carousel: West Virginia, Stanford, Texas State, Tulsa, UNLVLast Call:Nicole: Thanksgiving side dishesChris: Navy space uniforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Michigan build off of its 2021 Big Ten championship by beating Ohio State in back-to-back years, or will Ryan Day's offseason investments and changes to the program pay off in a Buckeyes win? Andy, Ari, and Scott discuss, plus, the guys draft their favorite Thanksgiving side dishes.- Rose Bowl Complex (:45)- Closing the talent gap in the Big Ten (6:00)- Ryan Day under the microscope if OSU loses (10:30)- Which team has more talent? (12:00)- Validating investments, and defensive changes at OSU with a win (18:00)- Could J.J. McCarthy be the difference-maker? (22:30)- Big Ten West update + Scott's harrowing, near-zero degree day (31:00)- Thanksgiving side dishes draft (41:30)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/rptQjcu5BfUJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Scott on Twitter: @ScottDochterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller discuss what was supposed to be a calm weekend of SEC football. Lesson learned. College football is never predictable.South Carolina put up 63 points vs. Tennessee in a blowout win. The Gamecocks are trending upwards under Shane Beamer.Hendon Hooker has played his last game for Tennessee after suffering an ACL injury. The QB leaves a lasting legacy in Knoxville.Is the SEC down in 2022? How do you measure that? The guys debate how the league stacks up vs. the Power 5 in 2022.Plus, rivalry weekend is here! A full preview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 12 was a weekend of grab ass-ery tailored for Andy and Ari to break down:- TCU's fire drill FG lifts them over Baylor (2:00)- Tennessee's playoff hopes evaporate vs South Carolina (6:30)- Ohio State & Michigan's clunkers set the stage for The Game (13:45)- USC punches their ticket to the Pac-12 Championship Game (21:45)- Big Ten West update (27:30)- UNC's done & would you rather have Caleb Williams or CJ Stroud? (33:00)- Texas A&M; head coach carousel & is the SEC down this year? (42:45)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/4dlxWrO3EgkJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari, and Nicole share their expert opinions on week 12 college football games all while doing a 2016 duck face/peace sign fad:- Sling 'What to Watch for': USC vs UCLA (10:45)- Is Ari still wrong about a 12-team playoff? (14:45)- Can TCU stay perfect vs. Baylor (23:30)- Utah-Oregon (29:00)- Big Ten West race excitement (33:30)- An ACC matchup whose narrative we would have never expected coming into this year (41:00)- Georgia-Kentucky, Oklahoma-OK St. & more! (43:30)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Wl4ezY1-Ke4Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. give their unique take on college football...Is TCU getting disrespected by the national media who are parachuting in to cover the College Football Playoff?Texas hasn't scored an offense TD in the 2nd half for three straight games. What's wrong with QB Quinn Ewers?Texas A&M is shockingly not going to a bowl game this season but has a chance to play LSU in the final game of the season.Bedlam is the low-key game of the week!Plus, Mitch Sherman joins the show to discuss the state of the Nebraska coaching search. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini's weekly cocktail of college football...The Power 5:1. Virginia has canceled its game against Coastal Carolina2. CFP news about revenue sharing issue being resolved3. Charlotte hires Biff Poggi4. West Virginia AD Shane Lyons out5. UCF beats Tulane, takes control of AAC and G5Happy Hour:UConn is bowl eligible, beat LibertyFSU is quietly goodOn the Rocks:What schools could still make a change? West Virginia, Texas State, Rice, Tulsa, WMU, Memphis, North Texas, Stanford, Cal?Last Call:Jeers to the CFP rankings mid basketballRecord breaking seasons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari Wasserman and Mitch Light have the latest on college football recruiting...-How does NIL change reporting on recruiting?-Harold Perkins is living up to his No. 8 ranking in the Class of 2022-Late-rising QBs in the 2023 class -Who is the best CFB QB you've seen in person?-Arizona and UCLA recruiting strategies -Will Maryland ever be able to compete in the Big Ten?+ more mailbag questions and trivia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react to the third iteration of the 2022 College Football Playoff rankings with the help of Sam Khan Jr. & Max Olson.- 10-25 revealed (3:00)- Why is UNC ranked 13th? (8:30)- Top 7 unveiled (13:30)- Tenessee or USC for #4? (21:00)- TCU's remaining path with the Texpert (28:00)- Boo Corrigan on USC (36:00)- At the end of the year, which team's resume might be better: the Vols or Trojans? (38:15)- Is LSU a fraud? (47:00)- MACtion mania (50:30)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/mCnrcIdrw6MJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olsonFollow Sam on Twitter: @skhanjr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Scott Dochterman take a look at the frenetic Big Ten West and Pac-12 races. Before then, we take a moment to share our condolences and thoughts with those affected by the University of Virginia shooting.- Our thoughts go out to those impacted by the UVA shooting (:10)- The absurdity of the Big Ten West (Iowa is still in it! -- 4:15)- The Pac-12 title race is ridiculous (16:45)- Can Utah come out on top? (24:00)- Caleb Williams and the Heisman race (27:30)- Desmond Watson & big men TDs (31:00)- What to expect from the 3rd week of CFP rankings (37:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/xtCFdnjE6WYJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Scott on Twitter: @ScottDochterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller recap the weekend in the SEC!-SEC title set: Georgia vs. LSU-Where does Tennessee fit into the playoff picture?-Should Auburn hire Cadillac Williams full-time?-Texas A&M has lost six straight games-Will Jimbo Fisher overhaul his coaching staff?-Kentucky loses to .... Vanderbilt?-Picks of the week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a handful of conference championship games set, Andy and Ari take us through week 11 and the dominos that fell:- Jedd Fisch, Arizona upset UCLA (:10)- Have our opinions of TCU changed & what is their playoff path? (13:15)- Washington adds more drama to the Pac-12 by shocking Oregon (22:00)- What does the playoff picture look like? (29:30)- Conference championships outlook (36:30)- Does UNC have a shot at the CFP? (41:00)- Who's still alive in the CFP discussion? (48:00)- The Wild, Wild Big Ten West (49:30)- Cadillac Williams & Auburn top Texas A&M (1:03:30)- A&M talent turnover & what can Jimbo do to stem the bleeding? (1:08:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/BoOqCNadofYJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari, and Nicole pick games against the spread from a slate of exciting week 11 matchups. Later, UNC QB Drake Maye joins the podcast to discuss the Tar Heels' offense, his family ties to UNC, and his Heisman hopes:- IT'S A TRAP (Game)! Can LSU survive Arkansas? (11:30)- Can TCU keep their playoff afloat vs. Texas? (18:30)- Oregon-Washington (21:30)- UNC QB Drake Maye joins the show! (29:00)- UNC at Wake Forest (46:00)- Do we dare take the over in Wisconsin-Iowa?! (47:45)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/u0WT9FEUQLkJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and the "Texpert" Sam Khan Jr. give their unique perspective on college football...TCU's national perception is improving & the Horned Frogs are officially in the top 4. Can they lose and still make the playoff?How will a 12-team playoff change the conversation during the season? Sam's column this week outlines why it's good for the sport.Texas has a chance to make a statement vs. TCU this weekend. The guys break down another massive game in the Big 12.Low-key games of the week!TCU Head Coach Sonny Dykes joins the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini give their weekly toast to the great sport of college football.The Power 5:1. Eli Drinkwitz gets an extension/raise. WHY??2. Grayson McCall out for 3-6 weeks with a foot injury.3. CUSA media rights deal is done4. CFP campus games? Nicole’s column.5. The Heisman race is wide openHappy Hour:-TCU vaults up the CFP rankingsOn the Rocks:-USF unexpectedly fires Jeff Scott.-Is Alabama and Clemson's reign over?Last Call - Cheers or Jeers-Jeers to extensions for coaches who may not even make a bowl game.-Cheers to Ohio and Tim Albin for being 7-3 after 3-9 last year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari Wasserman and Mitch Light have their weekly analysis of college football recruiting...-Florida St. thrashes Miami. What does it mean on the trail?-USF fires Jeff Scott. Can you recruit to this program? -Antony Hill decommits from A&M, visiting Texas this weekend. -Alabama lands 2024 5-star QB Julian Sayin from Carlsbad CA-2024 QB update. Seven of top 19 are committed. -North Carolina's strong '21 & '22 classes are paying off -Should USC be concerned about Lincoln Riley's first class?+ more mailbag questions & trivia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari, and Scott Dochterman share their immediate reactions to the College Football Playoff rankings as they're being unveiled:- Where will Oregon & the Pac-12 fit (4:00)- No. 11-25 revealed (7:00)- No. 8-10 (9:30)- Georgia #1, TCU #4 (15:00)- Would you flip Michigan & OSU? (16:30)- Tennessee, Oregon, LSU jockeying for position (18:00)- Who has the best wins? (21:00)- What we lose in a 12-team playoff (23:00)- Boo Corrigan on TCU, LSU & Oregon (38:30)-Weird scenarios (53:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/RCyAhBCdQkUJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Scott on Twitter: @ScottDochterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari welcome Catherine B., an LSU graduate, and The Athletic super commenter/fan, to the podcast. Catherine and the guys discuss why this LSU team's win over Alabama meant more; Brian Kelly's culture fit in Baton Rouge; the Tigers' remaining schedule and playoff aspirations, and which current, and former, CFP contenders are clunkers.- Catherine's ode to the Tigers' win (4:30)- Knee-jerk reaction to LSU going for the two-point conversion (8:00)- Brian Kelly's culture fit (10:30)- Temp check on LSU fans heading into Arkansas & remainder of the regular season (15:30)- CFP clunkers (17:30)- CFP week 2 rankings predictions (24:00)Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasseramn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller react to a classic fall weekend of SEC football...Georgia imposes its will at home vs. Tennessee and ruins the Vols perfect season.LSU stuns Alabama in an OT thriller and Brian Kelly's risky decision to go for a win with a 2-point conversion pays off.Auburn interim head coach Cadillac Williams impresses in his debut on the sidelines for the Tigers even in a loss. Should he be considered for the full-time job.Week 11 picks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari try to wrap their heads around a frenetic week 10 of college football:- LSU beats Alabama in OT for Brian Kelly's marquee win (2:00)- Notre Dame ran all over Clemson; are the Tigers out of the CFP? (10:15)- Georgia's staunch defense stalls Tennessee (19:30)- Ohio State's clunker (27:30)- Michigan's comeback win over Rutgers (35:00)- TCU rallies vs. Texas Tech; are the Horned Frogs in? (39:30)- Kansas is BOWL ELIGIBLE (48:00)- Illinois loses; is Hugh Freeze to Auburn a perfect match; SMU-Houston scoring exhibition, and Heisman race heats up (57:30)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/_3Ch6_JQZ6kJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari, and Nicole pick week 10 games against the spread. Later in the show, country music artist and Georgia graduate Megan Moroney stops by to chat about the Bulldogs and Vols as well as her hit single, "Tennessee Orange". - Clemson at Notre Dame (6:00)- Alabama travels to Death Valley (11:30)- Tennessee vs Georgia: Who will remain undefeated? (17:45)- Megan Moroney joins the show! (31:45)- Can TCU stay perfect? (41:30)- More Big 12 bouts (45:00)- Florida-Texas A&M, Ohio State-NW & UNC-VA (47:00)Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DIFSd11jdMQJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max and Sam give their unique take on college football...The Big 12 has a new TV that secures its financial future in the midst of realignment. Gonzaga is in talks to possibly join the conference. Sonny Dykes has TCU undefeated and in the CFB Playoff top 10 during his first year on the job. The Horned Frogs have started a Max Duggan Heisman campaign. K-State hosts Texas this weekend in a game with. massive Big 12 title implications. Plus, low-key games of the week! The Athletic's Cincinnati beat writer Justin Williams joins the show to discuss the Bearcats season and the future move to the Big 12. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football.The Power 5:1. CFP rankings are out. Top four: Tennessee, Ohio State, Georgia, Clemson. 2. Biggest surprises: Michigan behind Clemson, TCU behind Bama.3. Arrest the Michigan tunnel: Eight MSU players have been suspended.4. Auburn job is open. Happened right as the school hired John Cohen as AD.5. New Big 12 deal has been finalized. The six-year extension of the deals runs through 2030-31 and is worth north of $2.2 billion. Happy Hour:Tulane is 7-1 and ranked for the second time since 1979!Two top-10 SEC games: Georgia -8 vs. Tennessee | Alabama -13.5 at LSUOn the Rocks:The state of Auburn football. What names should be on the short list for the job?Michigan State: This is Mel Tucker’s Rather Hall.Last Call:Cheers to Lane Kiffin for using Taylor Swift to motivate Jaxson Dart at practice.Chris pays off a bet and cheers' the Michigan Daily.Follow Nicole: @NicoleAUerbachFollow Chris: @ChrisVannini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari & Mitch have the latest on recruiting...Is Deion Sanders a legitimate candidate at Auburn? Would he be a rockstar recruiter in the SEC?Cormani McClain shocked the recruiting world when he announced his commitment to Miami. The Athletic's Manny Navarro joins the show to discuss the impact in the state of Florida and the future of the 'Canes program under Mario Cristobal. Checking in on TCU's recruiting during its 8-0 start to the season. The Horned Frogs' 2023 class currently sits at #23 in the country. Plus, trivia that is tied to Tuesday night's College Football Playoff rankings reveal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari, and Scott Dochterman react to the first College Football Playoff rankings reveal of 2022:- Any surprising/maddening rankings? (1:30)- No. 1 ranked Tennessee (7:45)- Undefeated TCU ranked behind Alabama (14:45)- What if Vegas determined the CFP rankings? (18:30)- Which non-top-10 teams still have a shot at the playoffs? (30:00)- Week 2 rankings scenarios (35:45)- Tennessee-Georgia potential fallout (39:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wCERZW84o6AJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Scott on Twitter: @ScottDochterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react to the firing of coach Bryan Harsin at Auburn. We all saw it coming, but the moment finally arrived on the afternoon of Halloween. Now Harsin can dress as a guy who just made $12 million to not work, and Auburn's administration can begin looking for a new coach for the second time in two years.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/d6CarfvCu5sJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ubben and Brody Miller discuss everything SEC.-Georgia beats Florida to set up mammoth showdown with Tennessee.-The Athletic's UGA beat writer Seth Emerson joins the show! -Alabama travels to LSU in a massive SEC West matchup -Tennessee takes care of business in emphatic fashion vs Kentucky. -Ole Miss beats A&M and Lane Kiffin trolls Jimbo Fisher postgame.-Has Texas A&M found something in Conner Weigman?Picks of the week: UGA/UT over 65.5 Mississippi State -11.5 vs. Auburn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari put a bow on an electric week 9 of college football:- Is Tennessee a bona fide title contender? (1:00)- The Paul Bunyan trophy goes to Michigan & a scuffle breaks out (10:00)- Ohio State turns it on late vs. Penn State (16:15)- Georgia rolls past Flordia (24:15)- K-State pitches a stunning shutout of OK St. (26:30)- Wake Forest turnover central (31:00)- Can Notre Dame challenge Clemson? (34:30)- Are you not entertained?!: Virginia-Miami (36:30)- Iowa's offensive showcase (40:15)- Ole Miss-Texas A&M, it's time to move on from Bryan Harsin & Who's still alive in the CFP hunt? (43:00)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/iIGj1zR7KWsJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.