Until Saturday: A show about college football

The Arch Manning lottery continues to balloon in number, but which program will come out holding the winning ticket? Maybe a ticket isn't needed in Manning's recruitment, instead, taking notes from uncles' Peyton and Eli recruitments could be the key to landing Arch. Andy, Ari, and The Athletic's Chris Kamrani discuss how to land a Manning, as they inspect the model used to recruit Peyton and Eli and how it may apply to netting the next great college quarterback.Check out The Andy Staples Show on YouTube:https://bit.ly/3M60gt4Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Chris on Twitter: @chriskamraniSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan Addison remains a fascinating figure in the transfer portal. Will he be a Longhorn, Crimson Tide, Trojan, or another moniker reflective of his destination? Andy and Max chat about Addison's potential landing spot amid teases on social media. Also, what is the primary incentive for a player to transfer depending on their stature/situation? The guys then discuss the ripple effects of Lincoln Riley landing the USC job. Which big-named coaches and players found themselves in a new situation because of this one move?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olsonSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode two of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the team experience may change in the future: increased use of technology in gameplay, robotic umpires and the unique initiatives of a startup sports league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What form would a new schedule model take in the ACC? Andy and Ari ponder how a remodeled calendar would affect the conference and its teams. Is a '3-5' template a boon for the conference? How will fans react to three annual opponents? The guys then draft the only five restaurants that they could eat at for the rest of their days.Check out The Andy Staples Show on YouTube:https://bit.ly/3M60gt4Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari are joined by Stars Matter best friend Bill Landis to discuss his latest story on which programs do the best job developing 5-star QB’s. Plus, Ari gives his thoughts on a program on the verge of breaking through in recruiting. And, they answer mailbag questions about Ari’s wedding suit, why Texas sucks and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LSU made one of the biggest splashes of the college football season by hiring and handing the program over to Brian Kelly. Brody Miller, The Athletic's LSU scrivener and co-host of 'Hold That Podcast, Podcast', joins Andy in examining the Tigers' ceiling under Kelly in 2022. Who will be under center for the Tigers when the season kicks off? How is LSU handling NIL, and how is it affecting their recruiting? Plus, what will it take for the program to breakthrough?Check out The Andy Staples Show on YouTube:https://bit.ly/3M60gt4Check out 'Hold That Podcast, Podcast':https://apple.co/3w2nPxxFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Brody on Twitter: @BrodyAMillerSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode one of the Future of Sports series, The Athletic's Mike Smeltz looks at how the fan experience may change: how going to games, watching games at home and how memorabilia is shifting from physical to digital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari joins Andy for a new feature -- the Heat Check. Like an NBA star who seems sure he can't miss, the guys toss out their hottest college football takes.Andy has thoughts on what college football upset would compare to Rich Strike's Kentucky Derby win, what happens next at Nebraska and where Arch Manning will sign.Ari wants to know why no one has a dedicated kickers coach. He also has a take so molten that it probably will melt your phone when you reach that point in the show. Plus, more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch Sherman, The Athletic's Nebraska know-it-all, accompanies Andy in discussing the Cornhuskers' 2022 outlook. The pair examine the penalities the program is facing from the NCAA's investigation. What will it take for Scott Frost to remain the main man in Lincoln? How did Frost and his staff approach the transfer portal? Though he's no longer with the club, how is Adrian Martinez remembered?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Mitch on Twitter: @mitchshermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and MR. Ari Wasserman are reunited! Ari discusses his wedding and seeing, what he thought to be, Bryce Young at his ceremony. What did Ari miss while he was tying the knot? The pair parse through...unsubstantiated tweets about certain NIL targets. Plus, the guys hit on what Ari missed while he was away, including Isaiah Wong, potential NIL markets, guarantees, talent acquisition, and more!Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Mr. Wasserman on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari are on location together for the first time on a Stars Matter episode. They discuss Ohio State's latest commitment, and why their class looks more like a Notre Dame class. And, will Georgia become the "new" Alabama? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Portal losses, staff turnover, an ongoing NCAA investigation, and a yet-to-be-unveiled NIL collective, among other issues, have hamstrung Arizona State football. Doug Haller, who covers the Sun Devils for The Athletic, joins Andy in discussing ASU's hellacious position. Will Sparky's home be able to exorcise its demons...or is that a bad thing? Puns aside, the guys also converse about Herm Edward's future, who the Sun Devils' next QB will be, and more.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougHallerSubscribe to The Athletic for $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and the Associated Press' Ralph Russo discuss and debate what the future of CFB looks like on TV. Will streaming services like Amazon, Netflix and Apple buy massive rights deals? Which conference would benefit most by partnering with one of these companies? Could more networks turn to a pay-per-view model? Change is on the horizon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and THE Portal Authority, Max Olson, converse about Pitt WR Jordan Addison, and the interest he's drawing as a potential transfer. The pair also consider college football's current tampering rules, and how mild the infraction's penalties are. In this era of NIL, do consequences for tampering need to be greater? Also, USC should look into reinforcing its hogs upfront through the portal; Max's portal deadline explanation, and the NFL Draft by the numbers.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olsonSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ubben joins Andy to discuss a Georgia defender and wide receiver heavy first round of the NFL draft. Why was only one quarterback taken? How different will the class at that position be next year? Meanwhile, a situation involving Miami basketball gets the guys talking about how something like this will inevitably happen in football. The Hurricanes just took a transfer from Kansas State and a donor signed the player to a $400,000-a-year NIL deal. Now Miami's current best player wants to renegotiate and he's threatening to hit the transfer portal before Sunday's deadline if that doesn't happen. How soon until this very situation comes to football, and are NIL collectives prioritizing shiny new things over old reliable things in a way that will come back to bite them?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow David on Twitter: @davidubbenSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch is joined by Andy Staples, who fills in for Ari this week. Andy discusses his recent story on Texas A&M and its fundraising. Plus, Tennessee appears to be more appealing to recruits than in previous years. And, how many projected 2023 first round picks were 5-stars? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NFL Draft is a day away. In order to prepare, Andy and Bruce Feldman analyze coaches and scouts' opinions about some of the biggest names in this year's draft, including Ickey Ekwonu, Travon Walker, and more. Is the Kenny Pickett hand-size dilemma a real thing, and which under-the-radar QB has the best chance to explode onto the scene? The guys also dig into the deep WR class and talk about their favorite prospects to watch.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Bruce on Twitter: @BruceFeldmanCFBSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy catches up with Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker, whose journey to the starting job in Knoxville started at Virginia Tech. When it became clear his time in Blacksburg was done, Hooker decided to move to Tennessee as a graduate transfer. Eleven days later, Tennessee fired its head coach. The new staff initially made Hooker the backup, but he took control of the job in week two and sparked more joy than Neyland Stadium has seen in years for the remainder of the season. QB1 discusses how he kept the faith and how explosive Tennessee's offense could be in 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy sits down with Dave Aranda, Baylor University's head football coach. The pair discuss Aranda's philosophy-driven approach to coaching and mentoring his athletes. The duo also chat about building trust, overhauling the Bears' offense, the last play of the Big 12 championship, and what that signified about the program.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Aranda on Twitter: @CoachDaveArandaSubscribe to The Athletic for $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Aaron Suttles, and Seth Emerson, the latter two cover Alabama and Georgia, respectively, for The Athletic, discuss their observations from the Crimson Tide's and Bulldogs' spring games. Aaron and Andy dive into the difference in this year's club compared to last year's championship runner-up team. Aaron reveals his two biggest question marks about this team in 2022. Seth and Andy admire Georgia's TE room before chatting about key losses on the defensive side of the ball. Plus, Stetson Bennett is locked in as UGA's starter now, but the QB room runs deep.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Aaron on Twitter: @AaronSuttlesFollow Seth on Twitter: @SethWEmersonSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari discuss Ohio State’s 2023 recruiting class and what needs to happen to finish in the top 5. Plus, Texas Tech has the number 1 class in the country. And, Ari tells a story about his college days, a laptop and grape juice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and G. Allan Taylor, who covers the Florida Gators for The Athletic, kibbitz about the looming questions surrounding the Gators in Billy Napier's first year. Can Florida's roster compete, and find success, in the SEC? How is Florida approaching the portal, and can Anthony Richardson develop into a star? Despite the aforementioned concerns, FLA's player experience and program alignment appear to be on track.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow G. Allan Taylor on Twitter: @GAllanTaylorSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anwar Richardson of Orangebloods.com joins the show to discuss a Texas football program that should be great but can't seem to get out of its own way. Andy and Anwar talk about Texas defensive tackle Moro Ojomo's comments about the need to change the culture at Texas as well as coach Steve Sarkisian's response to them. Can this be the year things turn around? Texas-bred quarterback Quinn Ewers transferred back to the Lone Star State from Ohio State. Bijan Robinson is one of the best tailbacks in the country. Maybe, just maybe, this is the year that Texas is --- nah, we're not going to say it. The Longhorns will just have to show that on the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allow us to introduce the Andy Staples Show Computer Laptop Organized Win Nexus, better known as our own football power index. Andy and Ari dissect ESPN's FPI and highlight the clubs that were ranked too high and too low. After, the A.S.S.C.L.O.W.N. unveils its top-10 teams which the guys debate.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy welcomes The Athletic's NFL Draft sage Dane Brugler to the program. Andy and Dane discuss the best and most divisive players in this year's draft class, including Georgia's Travon Walker, Pittsburgh's Kenny Pickett, Liberty's Malik Willis, and more!Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari open up this week’s episode of Stars Matter with Dabo Swinney’s quotes about NIL and players earning money. Plus, Alabama misses out on a top in-state QB… is this a trend? And, Oregon beats out USC and Washington for Josh Conerly… what is The Good, The Bad and The Ugly? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy is joined by David Ubben to discuss a trio his recent stories in The Athletic...Arkansas’ journey away from football success can be chalked up to three letters: SECCoaches’ nightmare recruiting visits revealed: Jungle cats, cowboys, ‘Shaquille O’Neal of pit bulls’Meet the creators of ‘SEC Shorts,’ the video series that ‘just kind of writes itself’Subscribe to The Athletic: www.theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there a world where the reported $8 million QB is underpaid? Andy reveals why that could be the case. What is the fair market value for a 5-star QB? Is Oregon's path to the College Football Playoff relatively easy? Plus, should we reconsider our SEC job rankings based on future scheduling?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The honorable Judge Andy is an arbiter of justice. On today's podcast, he settles disputes between The Athletic's USC reporter Antonio Morales and Ari. The disagreements range from USC's College Football Playoff hopes to quarterback rankings to Texas vs. Oklahoma and more.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Antonio on Twitter: @AntonioCMoralesSubscribe to The Athletic by visiting:theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy Liucci, co-owner of TexAgs.com, joins Andy and Ari to discuss the trajectory of Texas A&M in 2022. Before inspecting Jimbo Fisher's roster, Billy and Ari quash their Twitter spat dating back to 2020, which included Johnny Manziel chiming in. The trio chitchat about a future where Texas joined the Pac-12 instead of the SEC. The group also discusses the Aggies' haul this recruiting class and ponders who will be the team's signal-caller.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Billy on Twitter: @billylilucciSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari are joined by Andy Staples to discuss interesting recruiting visit stories. Plus, Andy gives his thoughts on Billy Napier and the job he's done in Gainesville so far. And, will a power struggle between head coach and collective leader be the future of college football? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Max react to news of Bob Bowlsby planning to step down as Big 12 commissioner. The guys chew over Bowlsby's impact on the Big 12 and college football as a whole. The pair then dish out potential candidates who could fill the void left behind by Bowlsby. Plus, what criteria must be met by the next B12 leader?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olsonSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Harbaugh is returning to Michigan in 2022 albeit with a ton of turnover on his coaching staff. The Athletic's Austin Meek has the latest on Michigan after its spring game on Saturday. The in-state rivalry between Harbaugh and Michigan State's Mel Tucker is heating up. Replacing star rushers Aidan Hutchinson and David Ojabo will be extremely difficult. Is Cade McNamara the guy under center? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari received quite a bit of feedback from last Friday's SEC Job Rakings, so they invited Max on the show to react to the critiques. Can A&M consistently reel in elite recruiting classes, and will Texas' luster return in the SEC? Which coaches seem to constantly improve, and would Ari rank a G5 coach among his top-25 program leaders? Max ranks his favorite french fries fresh off the heels of last Friday's french fry debate. The triumvirate also discusses if the Big 12, or any conference for that matter, should have divisions.Check out The Andy Staples Show on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbhfrD1COvG40Mk7vvgaHIQ?app=desktopFollow 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 Staples, Ari Wasserman and David Ubben rank the head coaching jobs in the SEC. The guys include Texas & Oklahoma on this year's list. Plus, what are the best type of fast food fries? The debate rages on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari give an update on 5-star QB Dante Moore. Notre Dame looks to be the favorite; how would this impact the Irish, along with the other programs involved in his recruitment? Plus, Ari dives into Arch Manning’s recruitment and why it’s not as public as other top prospects. And, Michigan and Notre Dame’s clash on the trail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari discuss and debate who the most important person is at the top college football programs in the country. Is a 5-star QB or Head Coach the face of a program? Plus, a math riddle and tax season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy welcomes back The Athletic's Matt Fortuna to the podcast to discuss a medley of college football topics. Matt sheds light on Notre Dame's transition from Brian Kelly to Marcus Freeman. How is the program adjusting to Freeman at the helm? The guys then inspect Pat Narduzzi's contract extension with Pittsburgh. Why did the Panthers ink Narduzzi for so long, and what's the program's ceiling? Is collegiate coaching and professional-level coaching facsimiles? Matt explored coaches' transitions from college to the NFL and learned about both vocations' different demands. Plus, Andy and Matt share their thoughts on the slap heard around the world.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Matt on Twitter: @Matt_FortunaSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of 'Dear Andy', Andy answers readers/listeners' questions about parallels between March Madness and an expanded College Football Playoff. What would the ideal CFP field look like and would there be a Saint Peter's equivalent? Will NIL's prominence give rise to more two-sport stars? Plus, college football's Bachelorette contestant and Mike White at Georiga.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ari and the Portal Authority Max Olson rank the the jobs -- not the coaches -- in the new Big 12 that will exist when Oklahoma and Texas leave for the SEC. Can newcomers BYU, Cincinnati, Houston or UCF crack the top three almost immediately? Is Oklahoma State a great job, or have the Cowboys had a great coach for the past 17 years? How much bump does geography give Baylor and TCU? Also, how tough is the job at West Virginia now?But first, the guys finish a bit of business from Tuesday's show. Pusha T savaged the McDonald's Filet-o-Fish (Ari's favorite fast food item) in a diss track/Arby's ad. Max tries his first Filet-o-Fish. Andy -- a grizzled Filet-o-Fish veteran -- tries two different Arby's fish sandwiches to see how they compare to the OG. Ari looks on and prays his beloved Filet-o-Fish emerges victorious.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Max on Twitter: @maxolsonSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari open up this week's episode with Tennessee's huge commit from 5-star QB Nico Iamaleava. Is this a program-changing type commitment for the Vols? Plus, Ari reflects on Harry Miller's memorable recruiting visit to Ohio State. And, the guys discuss if they could create a new college and pick the location, what are the attractive options? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Airborn tortillas; a collegiate javelin thrower named Garth Brooks; concerts with Patrick Mahomes, and many, many more entertaining and informative topics are discussed today with country music star, Josh Abbott. Andy and Josh cover Josh's rise to stardom and his Texas Tech fandom. The guys also chat about NIL collectives, T Tech's best on-field moments, and the Sweet 16 versus Duke.Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbhfrD1COvG40Mk7vvgaHIQFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Josh on Twitter: @joshabbottband Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples welcomes Ari Wasserman and Max Olson to discuss the most obvious secret in college football. 5-star QB Nico Iamaleava commits to Tennessee. The guys share all the details about the historic signing and debate what it means for the future of the sport. The Athletic uncovered details about Urban Meyer's "toxic" culture this season in Jacksonville. Plus, a Filet-o-fish diss track by Pusha T? Ari responds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Survive and advance. That's Mike Krzyzewski and Duke's mentality this March Madness after rallying to beat Michigan State and dancing to the Sweet 16. Who else shares Coach K's mentality in the college football ranks? Heck, which college football coach has more in common than just mentality with Coach K? Andy and Ari discuss Coach Krzyzewski and Tom Izzo comps in CFB. The guys also converse about other parallels between the sports including program budgets. Plus, Ari's introduction to the concept of throuples, Utah's CFB environment, and learning home decore terminology from the ASSF wives!Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your inquisitive minds were the perfect setup for a 'Dear Andy & Ari' podcast, as a host of fantastic questions landed in the guys' mailbags this week. In the case of the $8M recruit, how does NIL affect his high school football eligibility? The guys examine which states prohibit and permit high school student-athletes to monetize their name, image, and likeness. Which collegiate programs are recruiting sleeping giants? The pair determine which universities are more motivated, now more than ever, to land big-named prospects. Are there any villains in today's college football? If so, who is it, or who are they? Lastly, The Andy Staples Show Realty Associates are here to help P5 programs land their dream homes.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari start today's show discussing the important story in college football -- the $8 million recruit. How will this change recruiting moving forward? Plus, do great teams win because they have great players, or do great players go there because it is a great school? And, will Auburn suffer in recruiting if schools like Florida, Miami and USC reach their potential? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of March Madness (and to avoid the wrath of fans who wanted us to create a bracket), Andy and Ari list their favorite college football cliches and pit them against one another in a single-elimination tournament. The pair canvass the bracket's regions; False Motivation Region, the Cliche-Because-It’s-True Region, the Code Words Region, and the Jokes About Schools Region, and discuss key cliche matchups. Plus, Gators wear jean shorts, Stars Matter, and a family atmosphere leads the guys into some fun conversations.Check out the CFB Cliches Bracket on both Andy and Ari's Twitter handles: @Andy_Staples & @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opendorse co-founder Blake Lawrence joins Andy to discuss the rapidly changing world of name, image and likeness deals for college athletes. Blake talks about the deal a class of 2023 football player just signed that could pay up to $8 million over four years and the "collectives" springing up to fund such deals. Is that a wise investment? Should the player have sold all of his NIL rights?Blake also explains how a player in this week's NCAA Tournament could cash in on instant fame. Blake also explains that depending on what state the player's school is in, that cashing in may have to wait a few days -- which could be a recruiting advantage for other schools.Blake founded his company after graduating from Nebraska, where he played linebacker on some very good teams. What defensive tackle played in front of him? Ndamukong Suh. Blake explains how a great defensive tackle like Suh is a linebacker's best friend, and Andy suggests those NIL collectives throw their money at the larger humans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari return with their completely uninformed guide to March Madness (maybe this is becoming an annual tradition), as the duo discusses betting strategies in a tournament when anyone can lose at any time. Plus, the guys recall their favorite March moments and chat about how to pick upsets. Also, what happened to all the original movie ideas? Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 6 months by visiting: theathletic.com/andystaples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari welcome Kayce Smith to the show to talk about Lincoln Riley's new 17 million dollar mansion in Los Angeles. Can Oklahoma fans handle it? Why does one house need 15 bathrooms? Texas A&M is a special place for Kayce. The alum talks about what makes the college town such a unique place. Will Texas be successful when the Longhorns join the SEC? Plus, putting plans in motion for "Ari does the SEC". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.