Until Saturday: A show about college football

Georgia pummeled Tennessee and Kansas handed BYU its first loss to open the College Football Playoff Pandora's Box. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to Week 12 of the college football season, including if LSU would pay Brian Kelly's buyout, Oregon's near upset, Nebraska's lingering cursed, SMU and Tulane's big wins and more. Plus, could the Big 12 be left out of the playoffs, and how will the SEC playoff chaos shake out?Rundown:- Would LSU fire Brian Kelly? (1:45)- Curt Cignetti got PAID + Dave Aranda & the coaching carousel (11:45)- Georgia & Carson Beck return to form, beat Tennessee (14:45)- Oregon escapes Wisconsin in another weird game (20:45)- Nebraska's curse continues (26:30)- SMU survives Boston College after QB controversy (31:45)- Colorado's playoff path continues to open up (36:15)- Tulane punches AAC title game ticket (40:30)- Will BYU and the Big 12 get left out of the playoff? (43:15)- SEC playoff chaos (52:00)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia and Tennessee have a massive Week 12 game with potential playoff-elimination stakes. David Ubben, Chris Vannini, Damien Harris and Producer Cam preview Week 12 games through 'regrettable or right takes'. Should the Bulldogs bench Carson Beck? What's Nico Iamaleava's status? Is this Clemson's ceiling, and will Nebraska win out because of Dana Holgorsen? Plus, BYU-KU fishy line, a caller wants Curt Cignetti as Alabama's new HC, and what's going on with Big Noon Kickoff? We look at Chris' CFB TV survey for the answers.Rundown:- Georgia, SEC playoff chaos brewing (1:30)- Georgia-Tennessee; Should UGA bench Carson Beck? (8:00)- Clemson-Pittsburgh; Dabo's Tigers have reached their ceiling (16:30)- Nebraska-USC; Nebraska will WIN OUT because of Dana Holgorsen (23:45)- SMU-Boston College; Thomas Castellanos benched? (32:00)- BYU-KU; A fishy line?! (36:15)- LSU-Florida; Why the slow coaching carousel? (39:00)- Voicemail via Gentry: When will Curt Cignetti be Alabama's HC? (42:00)- FOX Big Noon frustration + TV survey (48:00)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of a series of special edition Until Saturday episodes, Damien Harris chats with college football figures about changes, trends, and fascinating topics in the sport. Damien's former New England Patriots teammate and ex-Wisconsin Badger, James White, joins today's podcast to answer: 'Why haven't we seen a running back Heisman since Derrick Henry?" Damien and James share hilarious and insightful tales from their time with Henry and Melvin Gordon, respectively. What traits did those two have in college that apply to Cam Ward, Ashton Jeanty and other Heisman hopefuls this season? How good is Jeanty, really, and what will it take for another RB to win the Heisman? Plus, why is the NFL treating RBs poorly?YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Damien Harris (@DHx34), James White (@SweetFeet_White)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ole Miss, Georgia Tech, and Alabama earned massive wins over Georgia, Miami and LSU, respectively. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to a wild Week 11 of the college football season that included Tigers, squirrels, and tortillas. God, we love this sport. Is this the worst Kirby Smart team? Brian Kelly's NIL ghosts haunt him. Plus, transgression in the Holy War, Colorado and Indiana control their destinies, and STOP THROWING TRASH ON THE FIELD.Rundown:- Ole Miss' statement win over Georgia (2:00)- Haynes King's heroics, and Miami's playoff chances take a hit (9:00)- Utah AD spazzes; BYU stays alive (18:00)- Colorado controls their own destiny (26:45)- Alabama belongs in the playoffs; LSU is lost (33:15)- Indiana grinds out helmet-sticker win over Michigan (44:00)- AP Poll vs Chris' 134 Playoff Bracket (44:45)-Heismans & Criesmans (48:45)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Georgia AND Alabama go down in Week 11 of the college football season? David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris dig into why the Bulldogs will (and won't) lose to Ole Miss, the unique Alabama-LSU rivalry, Brian Kelly's chance at a birdie, Indiana's chance to earn the committee's respect, and Penn State's chance to lose it. Plus, is USC waving the white flag on the season?JOIN OUR COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF BRACKET CHALLENGE:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5883818Rundown:- Alabama-LSU rivalry + Brian Kelly's cap needs a feather (2:45)- Colorado's march to playoff vs the tortillas (11:00)- Georgia will lose to Ole Miss for these reasons (19:30)- Indiana respect game (29:00)- Is Miami's defense the WORST of any championship contender ever? (32:00)- Penn State redemption? (40:00)- SNEAKY HOLY WAR SPREAD...Vegas knows something...(43:00)- Is Lincoln Riley waving the white flag? (48:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff rankings (and the election) took place on Tuesday. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to the playoff field, Indiana, BYU and SMU getting screwed, the committee's top-25, ESPN's presentation and more.JOIN OUR COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF BRACKET CHALLENGE:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5883818Rundown:- BYU slight & what it means for Boise State (1:30)- Alabama's in...for now (3:00)- Will Ole Miss knock Georgia out? (5:30)- Indiana slander (7:45)- Explaining the committee's approach (14:15)- Boise State's terrific start (16:15)- 5-seed debate (22:45)- ESPN & confusing playoff presentation (25:00)- Top-25 breakdown: Where the committee got it right & wrong (30:45)- SMU disrespect (33:30)- Colorado's path & tortillas (43:45)- Which team will rise up? (44:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ohio State, SMU and BYU were major winners in college football Week 10. David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris react to the weekend, including Louisville's drubbing of Clemson and Ohio State's gritty win in Happy Valley. Is this the peak of Penn State's football program? Georgia eked out a win against Florida, but Billy Napier's seat isn't much cooler. Texas Tech, Houston and South Carolina shook up the playoff picture while SMU flexed. Plus, a look at the 12-team playoff bracket projections before Tuesday's first rankings. To close, Heismans and Criesmans.JOIN OUR COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF BRACKET CHALLENGE:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5883818Rundown:- Louisville owns Clemson (2:15)- Ohio State's toughness & Penn State has peaked (7:15)- Georgia ekes out win, but Billy Napier's seat isn't any cooler (16:25)- Texas Tech and Houston throw Big 12 into chaos (27:15)- SMU dogwalks Pitt (35:15)- South Carolina & Shane Beamer shock Texas A&M (39:00)- Playoff projections & Tuesday preview (43:50)- Heismans & Criesmans + Sad Husker Nate's voicemail (52:15)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ohio State vs Penn State, Clemson vs Louisville, and Texas A&M vs South Carolina headline a weekend of important narrative games. David Ubben, Damien Harris and Chris Vannini pick Week 10 games, including Georgia vs Florida, Oregon vs Michigan and more. Plus, it's blind resume comp time ahead of the first College Football Playoff rankings.JOIN OUR COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF BRACKET CHALLENGE:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5883818Rundown:- Coaching comm concerns (2:00)- Ohio State vs Penn State (6:30)- Clemson vs Louisville (16:15)- Texas A&M vs South Carolina (22:15)- SMU vs Louisville (29:30)- Oregon vs Michigan (35:30)- Georgia vs Florida (39:30)- Blind resume comps (46:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ole Miss Rebels spent over $10 million on their roster this season. David Ubben spoke with members inside Ole Miss athletics and their collective to find out why this was the time for Lane Kiffin and crew to go all-in. But, after losing to LSU, was the spend worth it? David and Chris Vannin dive into the idea of 'championship windows' and donor fatigue being fake, why programs will continue to spend, the overwhelming positives of NIL, parity in college football and more. Plus, we answer your mailbag questions.Rundown:- (3:00) Ole Miss' $10M roster and championship windows- (7:00) Donor fatigue is a fallacy- (10:30) Nick Saban and frustrated coaches- (16:00) Early, aggressive NIL spenders are finding great success- (19:15) Shifts in NIL spending?- (21:15) Grayson McCall and a better future- (26:00) The power of parity- (31:15) Keeping talent in college football- (35:30) Cam Ward and guys moving up to P4- (39:00) It's not perfect- (42:30) Voicemail: Chris from Portland, "What's with all the upsets?"- (45:45) Mailbag Q via Todd D.: Tie-breaker insanityYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayMailbag submission: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5875799/2024/10/28/college-football-questions-mailbag-until-saturday-26/Hosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas A&M and Colorado earned major SEC and Big 12 wins, respectively, while Ohio State eked out a win over Nebraska. All three programs have made their conference races a bit spicer for different reasons, and David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris dish out the whys and react to a fun Week 9 college football slate. Oregon dismantles Illinois, Boise State beats UNLV despite stumping Ashton Jeanty, BYU and Pitt stay perfect. Plus, an updated playoff projection, and Heismans and Criesmans to wrap up the show.Rundown:- (1:15) Texas A&M beats LSU; Takes sole lead of SEC- (6:30) Mike Elko throwing shade?- (11:15) Ohio State, wyd?- (16:30) Texas dekes Vanderbilt, but is Quinn Ewers OK?- (19:45) Boise State wins a MASSIVE one over UNLV- (25:30) Oregon is the nation's bona fide #1- (28:00) Is Dillon Gabriel an all-time great CFB QB?- (29:30) Alabama showed moxie vs Missouri- (33:30) BYU stays perfect...will they finish perfect, though?- (36:00) Colorado's going bowling, but will they be going to the Big 12 Championship?- (41:45) SMU denies Duke; Pitt awaits Mustangs- (45:00) College Football Playoff projections (AP Poll, The Athletic, 134)- (51:00) Heismans and CriesmansYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LSU, Alabama, Colorado and others look to stay College Football Playoff relevant in Week 9 with big time matchups up front of them. David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris breakdown and pick LSU-Texas A&M, Oregon-Illinois, Texas-Vanderbilt, Boise State-UNLV, Notre-Navy, Colorado-Cincinnati and other Week 9 games.Rundown:(2:00) Is Tiger Stadium or Kyle Field harder to play at?(4:30) LSU-Texas A&M breakdown and picks(11:15) Oregon-Illinois breakdown and picks(17:00) Texas-Vanderbilt breakdown and picks(26:30) Boise State-UNLV breakdown and picks(32:45) Notre Dame-Navy breakdown and picks(39:55) Indiana-Washington breakdown and picks(43:00) Alabama-Missouri breakdown and picks(48:00) Colorado bowl berth coming?!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baylor, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Auburn, Florida, and many more programs have coaches under heavy scrutiny this season. David Ubben and Bruce Feldman discuss where Dave Aranda, Billy Napier, Brent Venables, Lincoln Riley and 11 other coaches rank from hotest to coolest seats in the country.Rundown:(1:30) Brent Venables(9:30) Lincoln Riley(14:30) Hugh Freeze(19:00) Sonny Dykes(20:45) Kalen DeBoer(25:45) Dave Aranda(29:10) Mack Brown(32:20) Mike Locksley(34:45) Sam Pittman(37:25) Billy Napier(41:30) Lightning round: Trent Dilfer, Shawn Clark, and more(48:30) ECU, Southern Miss firings + suprise vacancy?YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia dominated Texas, Indiana rolled Nebraska, and Alabama is outside of the playoff picture after Week 8 of the college football season. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to a weekend of great moments, like Miami's crazy win and Tennessee's victory cigars, bad moments, like Longhorns fans throwing water bottles, and ugly teams, like Oklahoma and USC. Plus, what does the College Football Playoff field look like after Week 8?Rundown:- 1:45 Is the Georgia Death Star back?- 6:45 Texas water bottles and overturned call- 10:30 Did Texas hurt themselves by playing Arch?- 15:45 Is Indiana a playoff team?- 24:00 Miami and Cam Ward are fun as hell- 29:00 Alabama is outside of the playoff picture- 37:00 Tennessee's big win- 38:15 Oklahoma, USC, Auburn & FSU: Who's in the worst situation?- 45:30 Playoff projections after Week 8- 49:00 Heismans and CriesmansYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas vs Georgia, Alabama vs Tennessee, and Nebraska vs Indiana headline a MASSIVE narrative-fueled Week 8 of college football. David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris pick weekend games, including Miami vs Louisville, Notre Dame vs Georgia Tech and LSU vs Arkansas, all of which are on upset watch! Plus, we roll out the red carpet for 'The Middies', our midseason award show!Rundown:- 1:30 Texas vs Georgia- 12:00 Nebraska vs Indiana- 18:00 Alabama vs Tennessee- 27:00 Notre Dame vs Georgia Tech- 30:00 Miami vs Louisville- 33:00 LSU vs Arkansas- 37:30 The Middies: Midseason awards- 47:00 Second-half predictionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayRead about Army-Navy:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5811105/2024/10/02/army-navy-college-football-undefeated/Hosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ohio State, Notre Dame, Alabama and other programs have given us reason to question their playoff legitimacy. At the midseason mark, David Ubben and Ralph Russo, our Playoffs Secruity Administration workers, debate whether the Buckeyes, Irish, Crimson Tide, Clemson, Indiana and others will pass playoff security or get pulled out of line. On the topic of Indiana, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers head coach, joins Until Saturday to discuss his program, which has been one of the most surprising stories of the season so far.Rundown:- 0:00 Playoff Secruity Administration checks- 2:30 Is Notre Dame a playoff team?- 9:45 Iowa State's dilemma- 13:30 Will Alabama's issues keep them out of the playoffs?- 21:15 Was Ohio State's loss to Oregon season-ending?- 29:00 Boise State or the G5 field?- 32:30 Will Clemson coast into the playoffs?- 36:15 Is Indiana for real?- 40:45 Indiana HC Curt Cignetti joins the show!- 43:00 What's the Hoosiers' blueprint?- 48:15 Kurtis Rourke's rise and Philip Rivers story- 52:00 Culture and talking with donor/fan base- 59:00 Troy Aikman, IU bandwagon, and nicknamesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Ralph Russo (@ralphDrussoATH), Curt Cignetti (@CCignettiIU)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oregon and Texas control the Big Ten and SEC after Ohio State, Alabama, Tennessee and others struggle. The Ryan Day hot seat debate reignites, Oklahoma is headed down a dark path, and does USC still have a shot at redemption? Alabama, Ole Miss and Tennessee have issues. Plus, Pitt, BYU and Arizona State keep proving the world wrong. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to an eventful Week 7 of college football.Rundown:- The talent gap is shrinking (1:00)- Ohio State-Oregon (2:45)- Texas-Oklahoma (13:30)- Penn State-USC (24:15)- Alabama survives South Carolina (30:45)- Ole Miss-LSU (36:45)- Tennessee-Florida (43:00)- Pitt, BYU, Arizona State, Army rock (50:00)- Locks and Trust Fall Picks recap (54:30)- Heismans and Criesmans (56:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Oregon, Colorado, and USC stun Ohio State, Kansas State, and Penn State, respectively, in Week 7? David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris pick college football games, including Red River Rivalry, Ole Miss-LSU, Arizona-BYU, Cal-Pitt, and many more! Plus, weekend locks and Trust Fall Picks as well as trivia!Rundown:- Texas-Oklahoma (1:30)- Oregon-Ohio State (9:25)- Penn State on upset watch? (16:15)- Ole Miss-LSU (25:30)- Trivia tease (31:00)- Colorado-Kansas State (34:00)- BYU-Arizona (38:15)- Cal-Pitt (41:15)- Tennessee-Florida (45:00)- Locks of the Week + Trust Fall Picks (53:00)- Trivia (56:00)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MASSIVE Week 7 college football games on deck with Ohio State-Oregon and Texas-Oklahoma. Chris Vannini and The Athletic's Antonio Morales talk Ducks and Buckeys ahead of their inagural conference bout. Later, Sam Khan Jr. and ex-Sooner, Gabe Ikard, breakdown Texas and Oklahoma in the FIRST Red River Rivalry in the SEC. Plus, red shirting trend, best fair foods, and Super League drama.Rundown:- Ohio State-Oregon preview (1:45)- What's going on with USC? (16:00)- Red shirt controversy (18:45)- Texas-Oklahoma preview/prediction with Gabe Ikard (24:20)- Super League "bullsh**" (53:15)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Antonio Morales (@AntonioCMorales), Sam Khan Jr. (@skhanjr), Gabe Ikard (@GabeIkard)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alabama, Tennessee, Michigan and a slew of top teams CRUMBLED to unranked teams in Week 6. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to Vanderbilt, Arkansas, Washington, and other unranked programs earning massive wins. With six ranked teams going down in a heap this weekend, what does it mean for the College Football Playoff. Plus: Miami escapes Cal, Damien's Malachi Moore and Alabama diatribe, Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week recap, and Heismans and Criesmans of the Week.Rundown:- Our favorite moments from Week 6 (1:00)- Arkansas upsets Tennessee (4:00)- Is Michigan done? (11:30)- USC loses to Minnesota & Lincoln Riley vs the media (14:30)- SMU, we're sorry (22:15)- Alabama's embarrassing loss to Vanderbilt & Damien on Malachi Moore's behavior (25:30)- Is Missouri a fraud? + Nicole's voicemail: I'm a sad Missouri fan (36:45)- Miami escapes the Calgorithm (42:45)- Playoff projections after Week 6 (47:15)- Locks and Trust Fall recap (49:30)- Heismans and Criesmans + Tucker's voicemail: What's up with TCU?(51:45)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ohio State, Miami and Missouri are a few marquee teams that feel like they've been playing with their food for too long. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris pick Week 6 college football games, and they discuss if the Buckeyes, Hurricanes, and Tigers will finally shut down any lingering questions about them. Plus, Tennessee-Arkansas, Clemson-FSU, Navy-Air Force and more picks! Our first Heisman Straw Poll and ranking where this year's class ranks compared to year's past, Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week, and trivia!Rundown:- Realignment begets horrible kickoff times (1:45)- Miami vs Cal (3:45)- Missouri vs Texas A&M (11:30)- Ohio State vs Iowa (17:30)- Trivia tease (25:25)- Tennessee vs Arkansas (28:00)- SMU vs Louisville (34:45)- UCF vs Florida (36:45)- Navy vs Air Force (39:25)- Clemson vs FSU (41:30)- LOADED Heisman class + Ranking Heisman classes (43:00)- Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week (51:15)- Trivia (58:55)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayRead about Army-Navy:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5811105/2024/10/02/army-navy-college-football-undefeated/Hosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another day, another realignment update. But this time, The Athletic's newest member, Ralph Russo, breaks it down! Ralph joins David Ubben to discuss Gonzaga's move to the Pac-12. The pair then react to the SEC and Big Ten advisory group's latest moves. Is their alliance a real threat to college football?! We had to get some takes off of chest one month into the season. Later, The Athletic's draft savant, Dane Brugler, talks Jalen Milroe and Ashton Jeanty's NFL comps. Where will Travis Hunter play at the next level?Rundown:- Gonzaga joining the Pac-12 (1:15)- SEC and Big Ten advisory group could threaten CFB (5:30)- One-month takes: The playoff has helped the regular season, don't sleep on Clemson, and more! (13:00)- Dane Brugler joins the show! + Is Milroe Jalen Hurts 2.0? (36:15)- Ashton Jeanty's HOF ceiling?! (46:45)- Which position will Travis Hunter play? (49:30)- Under the radar prospects (53:45)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for our Monday reaction podcasts: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Ralph Russo (@ralphDrussoATH), Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alabama vs Georgia is the GAME OF THE YEAR (so far). David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to Kalen DeBoer's first SEC win, Jalen Milroe and Ryan Williams' brilliance, and David and Chris debate the stakes of the game in this 12-team CFP era. But, before then, are Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss on fraud-watch, and is a majority of the SEC "mid", as longtime listener Sad Husker Nate described the league in a voicemail? Notre Dame and Miami both held off late surges from pesky teams. Plus, we unwrap the beefy 5-layer burrito that is the Big 12, recap our Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week, and award our Heismans and Criesmans.Rundown:- Ole Miss and Kiffin are on fraud-watch (1:45)- Is the SEC mid? via Sad Husker Nate (9:00)- Notre Dame escapes Louisville (12:00)- Miami survivies VT (17:00)- Alabama vs Georgia is the GAME OF THE YEAR (23:00)- Was the game less fun because of fewer stakes? (32:00)- Utah, Oklahoma State, Colorado and the Big 12 picture (36:30)- Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week (43:30)- Heismans and Criesmans (46:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A kaiju brawl takes place in Tuscaloosa on Saturday, but who will win between Alabama and Georgia? David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris have you covered. Before our Week 5 college football picks, the guys react to UNLV's ugly QB situation and the Pac-12 suing the MWC. Louisville vs Notre Dame, Illinois vs Penn State, Washington State vs Boise State, and other big games are on the slate, who will win? Plus, Locks of the Week, Trust Fall Picks and trivia!Rundown:- UNLV vs Matthew Sluka in NIL dispute (1:00)- UNLV realignment? + Pac-12 sues MWC (9:30)- Louisville vs Notre Dame (13:00)- Trivia teaser (18:30)- Penn State vs Illinois (20:30)- Alabama vs Georgia (26:00)- Washington State vs Boise State (38:15)- Arkansas-Texas A&M (41:30)- Colorado-UCF (44:30)- Fresno State-UNLV & more G5 games (49:00)- Locks and Trust Fall Picks of the Week (50:30)- Trivia (57:30)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who are the most disappointing and impressive college football teams this season? David Ubben and Manny Navarro rank the dregs and bright spots in the sport! Former Alabama quarterback and ESPN analyst Greg McElroy then joins David to preview the THE CLASH OF TITANS in Tuscaloosa. What makes Kirby Smart successful, how does Kalen DeBoer's trust in Jalen Milroe affect Alabama's ceiling, and what are the keys to the matchup? Plus, Pac-12 realigment updates, Reggie Bush's lawsuit, and Hugh Freeze is in the news again.Rundown:- Tulane, USF and others staying in ACC amid Pac-12 rumors (1:30)- Reggie Bush suing NCAA, Pac-12, USC (6:00)- Hugh Freeze talkin' crazy? (8:00)- Ranking our most disappointing teams (10:30)- David's most disappointing teams: Liberty, Oklahoma and Miss St. (13:00)- Ranking the most impressive teams: Washington State, Illinois and more! (22:00)- Greg McElroy previews Alabama-Georgia (35:45)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayMost disappointing teams:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5786638/2024/09/23/college-football-most-disappointing-teams-florida-state/Vet vs hotshot QB: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5789537/2024/09/24/college-football-oklahoma-kansas-state-qb-management/Pac-12 realignment: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5791412/2024/09/24/pac-12-mountain-west-lawsuit-poaching-fees/Hosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro), Greg McElroy (@GregMcElroy)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 4 shed some much-needed light on this college football season. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris react to the weekend's meltdowns and the imposter programs that were sussed out. Tennessee coasted in Norman, and Oklahoma has loads of questions now. Kansas State, Oklahoma State, Kansas, and Virginia Tech were revealed as imposters. Michigan bullied USC, Illinois and Louisville are spunky, and why does Sad Husker Nate hate Missouri? Plus, Locks and Trust Falls of the Week recap and Heismans and Criesmans.Rundown:- Tennessee coasts by Oklahoma, who has lingering questions (2:15)- Did Hugh Freeze throw his QBs under the bus? (11:15)- Oklahoma State and Kansas State fold (15:30)- KU and VT are imposters, too (24:00)- Michigan bullied USC (26:30)- Illinois is a solid team, and Nebraska's still de-Frosting (34:45)- Louisville's nice win...but we still need more (39:30)- Voicemail via Sad Husker Nate: When can we quit pretending Missouri is good? (44:00)- Voicemail via Sidney: Bowling Green is the best G5 team (46:45)- Locks recap (49:15)- Heismans and Criesmans of the Weekend (52:30)Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Audio editor: John RossExecutive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conference play is opening in earnest, and there are some new JUICY intra-conference matchups in Week 4. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris pick the winner in Oklahoma's SEC debut versus Tennessee. They also dive deep into Michigan-USC, Utah's fishy line in their bout against Oklahoma State, Nebraska-Illinois, FSU-Cal, Arkansas-Auburn, Colorado-Baylor and more! Plus, Trust Fall Picks of the Week and Trivia!Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arch Manning hasn't started a game (yet), but he's one of the most recognizable names in all of college football. David Ubben and Sam Khan Jr. unpack the Manning craze and discuss if Arch is as good as people think. Later, ex-Sooner and ESPN analyst Dusty Dvorcek joins David in breaking down Oklahoma's SEC debut versus Tennessee. Can Brent Venables defense slow down the Vols' run game? What does Dusty make of Arnold? Nico? Later, Tennessee is instituting a 10% "talent tax" on its ticket sales in 2025. OH, BOY. David and Sam aren't having it. Lastly, a jaunty round of 'Whose line is it?'Rundown:- Understanding the Arch Manning hype (1:00)- Why did Arch stay at Texas? + Development (4:00)- Arch seems down to earth (12:30)- Could Arch Wally Pipp Ewers? (17:00)- Texas' development environment (22:00)- NIL at Texas (25:45)- Dusty Dvoracek previews Oklahoma-Tennessee (28:00)- How is Josh Heupel viewed at Oklahoma? (33:30)- Jackson Arnold vs Nico Iamaleava (40:00)- Unfair expectations for Arnold? (43:00)- Key to the game (46:00)- Tennessee "talent tax" (50:30)- Whose line is it? (56:30)Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Sam Khan Jr. (@skhanjr), Dusty Dvoracek (@DustyDvoracek)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's never a boring weekend in college football. David Ubben and Damien Harris hold it down unwrapping a great Week 3 while Chris is airborn. LSU, Georgia, Missouri all win nail-biters while Florida and Florida State looked miserable. Is this it for Billy Napier, and would Lane Kiffin be the top target to replace him? UNLV, Memphis and Toledo all score big wins for the G5, but Kansas, among others, gets exposed in the process. With UCF, KSU and Utah all earning nice wins, the Big 12 picture is beginning to take shape. Plus, Civil War, Apple Cup and Backyard Brawl takeaways along with Heismans and Criesmans, a recap of our Trust Fall Picks and your voicemails!Rundown:- Florida-Texas A&M + Is Billy Napier's time up (2:00)?- Florida State & motivation (17:15)- Georgia outlasts Kentucky (22:00)- LSU-South Carolina controversy (29:30)- Vandy stunned by Georgia State (36:30)- KU, what are you doing? (38:15)- KSU runs all over Arizona (42:30)- Missouri tops Boston College (46:00)- Alabama "shuts that weak ass jump song down" (49:00)- Ryan Williams is tearing it up (52:00)- VOICEMAIL: Nick Saban's character via Riley (55:30)- What is Oklahoma? (1:00:00)- UCF rallies vs TCU (1:03:30)- Utah wins Battle of the Brothers (1:06:00)- Backyard Brawl + VOICEMAIL: Neal Brown hot seat via Kyle (1:07:45)- Cigars after the Apple Cup + Civil War goes to Oregon (1:11:30)- Locks of the Week + Trust Fall Picks recap (1:14:30)- Week 3 Heismans and Criesmans (1:16:00)Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pac-12 announced it will add Fresno State, Colorado State, Boise State and SDSU in 2026. David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris react to the realignment news. They also discuss other programs (like Tulane and UNLV) that the conference could target. Civil War and the Apple Cup look a bit different this year, but will the underdogs test the favorites? Kansas State-Arizona and UCF-TCU are intriguing Big 12 matchups, and Missouri-Boston College, Oklahoma-Tulane and Alabama-Wisconsin, and LSU-South Carolina are big tests for ranked SEC teams. Plus, Trust Fall Picks, Locks of the Week, Wheel of Takes (where we the guys have to defend a random take), and trivia rounds out the show!Rundown:- The Pac-12 adds MWC schools + who else could join? (1:00)- Civil War + Apple Cup (10:00)- Kansas State-Arizona (17:00)- Missouri-Boston College (23:15)- Tulane-Oklahoma (27:00)- Alabama-Wisconsin (34:00)- FSU-Memphis (40:15)- AZ St-Texas State, UCF-TCU, Colorado-Colorado State + LSU-South Carolina (46:00)- Trust Fall Picks and Locks of the Week (1:01:30)- Wheel of Takes (1:08:00)- Trivia (1:17:00)The Athletic CFB stories:Pac-12 realignment:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5761973/2024/09/12/pac-12-expansion-boise-state-san-diego-state-fresno-state-colorado-state/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5763557/2024/09/12/pac-12-candidates-unlv-tulane-wyoming-memphis/Alabama-Wisconsin 96 years later:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5759237/2024/09/11/wisconsin-alabama-college-football-history-1928/Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Until Saturday, The Athletic's college football podcast. Join David Ubben, Chris Vannini, former Alabama running back, Damien Harris, our CFB writers, and great guests three times a week to celebrate our favorite day of the week, Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boys and girls, we got him. Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer joins Until Saturday to discuss the Tide's season, Wisconsin, his favorite momento, GM Courtney Morgan, Jalen Milroe's development, rapping(?), and more! Before then, The Athletic's Pete Sampson gets honest about what's happening in South Bend. Can the Irish realistically make the playoffs, and what's going on with Riley Leonard? Before we bounce, Manny Navarro has some stats that'll make you think twice about the ACC being the WORST P4 conference. Plus, Missouri-Boston College, Florida-Texas A&M and more Week 3 previews.Rundown:- Where does Notre Dame go from here? (2:00)- Is Marcus Freeman's seat hot? (4:00)- The Irish's road to the playoff + Riley Leonard's struggles (10:30)- Kalen DeBoer joins the show! (21:30)- DeBoer's prized memento + Sioux Falls (24:00)- Nick Sheridan + Kane Wommack dynamic (29:00)- Fixing programs & Jalen Milroe's development (35:00)- What makes GM Courtney Morgan great? (40:00)- Transfer portal, Wisconsin & trivia! (43:30)- Manny Navarro on the ACC's perception (49:30)- FSU-Memphis, Florida-Texas A&M + Missouri-Boston College (58:30)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Pete Sampson (@PeteSampson_), Kalen DeBoer (@KalenDeBoer), Manny Navarro (@Manny_NavarroExecutive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week 2 is going down in the history books. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris unpack a loaded Saturday, starting with #5 Notre Dame's shocking loss to Northern Illinois (4:00). Are the Irish out of the playoffs?! Texas DOMINATED Michigan in the Big House (15:00). Is Sherrone Moore at fault for the Wolverines' roster deficiencies? Arkansas blew it in Stillwater (22:15). Iowa's offense STILL looks pedestrian as the Cyclones nab the CyHawk Trophy (28:45). Ashton Jeanty is the Heisman frontrunner despite losing to Oregon (who has some issues - 33:15). Tennessee's defense is the real deal (39:30), Clemson had some pent up rage (44:00), and KU is in trouble (49:00). We recap our weekend picks (49:30) before answering your voicemails! Levi asks if that was the last game Auburn fans will see Peyton Thorne (53:00), John wants us to take accountability for doubting South Carolina (57:15), and Sam asks if Nebraska could be undefeated going into the Ohio State game (1:02:30). Shedeur criticized his O-Line in front of the media, but Damien thinks he showed a lack of leadership despite the hard truth (1:08:30). We look at the projected playoff bracket using Chris' rankings (1:14:00) before awarding our Heismans and Criesmans (1:19:00).Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 1 was a BANGER, but Week 2 could be even better. David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris preview and pick Tennessee-North Carolina State (1:30), Michigan-Texas (6:30) and Nebraska-Colorado (10:30). All teams with something to prove this weekend. Later, we debut our Trust Fall Picks by Damien asking Chris to believe in a Boise State cover against Oregon (16:30). App State might mess around and beat Clemson (23:30). Arkansas can turn some heads versus Oklahoma State (30:30). Can Kansas State and Iowa State earn big wins (35:30)? The guys also hit on Alabama-USF, Auburn-Cal, KU-Illinois and more (45:00). To close things out, more Trust Fall Picks, Locks of the Week and MWC Trivia (1:04:00).Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 2 could make THESE college football fanbases moody. David Ubben and Sam Khan Jr. pinpoint the matchups that may make fanbases elated or irate. Colorado-Nebraska (2:00), Oklahoma State-Arkansas (13:00), UTSA-Texas State (25:00) and more clashes have some of the largest varience in fan moral. Florida State is an absolute mess (27:30). Later, Cedric Golden, columnist for the Austin American-Statesman, helps preview Texas' bout in the Big House (35:00). How will the Longhorns fare in the trenches against Michigan? How has Quinn Ewers grown this offseason, what's RB Jaydon Blue's skillset, and can UT's new DT tandem limit the Wolverines' ground attack? To wrap things up, it's another installment of Message Board Maniacs...the state of Florida is DOWN BAD, but there is ONE person who can save the program. And his name rhymes with Himbo Risher (57:00).Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Sam Khan Jr. (@skhanjr), Cedric Golden (@CedGolden)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's the first weekend of college football in the books! David Ubben, Chris Vannini and Damien Harris breakdown and contextualize a bloated opening weekend. Which teams are hitting the PANIC BUTTON after Week 1 (1:30)? Florida looked miserable, LSU had some lowlights vs USC (9:15), Dabo's lost his edge (18:30), we may have overhyped the Hokies (27:30), Conner Weigman and Texas A&M's offense was anemic (33:00), and West Virginia was torched through the air (44:15). Later on, we roll out our Saturday Superlatives: 'Post-Taco Bell Clenched Cheeks' ratings (looking at you Oregon and Boise St. -- 47:15), Colorado's media arrangement (1:10:45), New QBs, New Me including Nico Iamaleava and Dylan Raiola (1:19:45) and more. We award our weekend Heismans and Criesmans (1:29:30) before reacting to a Vols fan, that obviously wasn't helping his father-in-law, who gets an earful from his wife.Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WEEK 1 IS HERE! David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris preview and pick the first weekend's slate of games. Can NDSU, Clemson, Florida, and West Virginia overcome the odds (makers) and earn major opening-weekend victories? Will LSU play "swampy" and regain their former spirit in Las Vegas? Notre Dame and Georgia Southern both have chances to start both of their years off on the right note vs Texas A&M and Boise State. Plus, Ohio State, Nebraska, North Carolina and more teams debut new QBs. The Kalen DeBoer era begins at Alabama. Which Week 0 losers will bounce back? Plus, we have season-opening trivia, Big Ten carrier disputes, new theme music and more!Rundown:-Welcome to Until Saturday (:00)-Colorado-NDSU (1:30)-Notre Dame-Texas A&M (8:00)-Georgia-Clemson (12:45)-Miami-Florida (17:30)-USC-LSU (23:15)-Boise St.-Georgia Southern (30:30)-Penn State-West Virginia (35:00)-North Carolina-Minnesota; Nebraska-UTEP; Syrcause-Ohio + more (37:30)-Virginia Tech-Vanderbilt; Texas-CO St.; Alabama-W. Kentucky + more (50:30)-Week 0 hangover teams (59:30)-Season-opener trivia (1:08:30)-CRUNCH TIME: Charlotte's injury bug, Big Ten carrier dispute, Casey O'Brien + ABC theme (1:14:00)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get your typing fingers warmed up because it's coaching tier season. Bruce Feldman joins David Ubben to discuss his 2024 coaching tiers. Why is Dabo in tier 1 (2:00)? Does Deion Sanders deserve to be in tier 6 (17:30)? Which coaches could have a breakout season (20:30)? Later, Manny Navarro joins the podcast to dicsuss the top-100 impact transfers this season (26:30). Who are we sleeping on, and which transfers are we overhyping? Oklahoma State-South Dakota St. and UNLV-Houston headline this week's sneaky-interesting Week 1 games (43:30). What other games are on our radar? Before we go, the debut of Message Board Maniacs hits your ears (53:00).Read about 2024's top-100 impact transfers: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5714910/2024/08/23/college-footbal-transfer-portal-rankings/Read Bruce and Chris' coaching tiers: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5722244/2024/08/26/college-football-coach-2024-rankings-tiers/Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB), Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New season, new us! David Ubben, Chris Vannini, and Damien Harris will be in your podcast feeds on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday throughout the college football season! Speak of which, we have ACTUAL college football games to react to! #10 Florida State was stunned in Ireland by Georgia Tech. What do we make of DJ Uiagalelei, Mike Norvell, and the Seminoles performance, and can they still make the playoff (2:30)? Plus, Brent Key has the Yellow Jackets HUMMING by running the BAWL (9:00). SMU escaped a spunky Nevada team lead by Jeff Choate (18:00). Montana State ran away from New Mexico in the 4th quarter, but Bronco Mendenhall flashed the Lobos' upside (25:00). Until Saturday is a STRICT student of the '2-minute warning' over '2-minute timeout' verbiage (27:30). Damien explains player adaptations to helmet comm, and Michigan received the NCAA's notice of allegations from the Connor Stalions scandal (30:30). Which teams can least afford to lose in Week 1? David procured a list of seven programs ripe for apocalyptic sentiments from fan bases should they lose (35:00). Lastly, we share our playoff predictions (1:04:00), and then we jump into a Deion vs Media and realignment rumor CRUNCH TIME (1:11:45).Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE HAVE COLLEGE FOOTBALL THIS WEEKEND! To celebrate, Chris Vannini and David Ubben pick Week 0 games. Is Florida State or Georgia Tech carrying a four-leaf clover to Ireland? Before then, Manny Navarro and Kennington Smith III join Until Saturday to share all the details you need to know about the ACC (00:00-32:30) and SEC (33:00-1:04:30) this year with our 'cheat sheets'. Plus, David and Chris breakdown the best of the Group of 5 (1:05:00-1:20:00). And, it's tampering season again in CRUNCH TIME (1:26:00)? Miami (OH) HC Chuck Martin wasn't coy about how he felt about K Graham Nicholson's departure to Alabama. Did the Crimson Tide tamper?Read our ACC football tiers: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5699400/2024/08/20/acc-football-tiers-rankings-cfp-projections/Read our 134 team rankings: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5706595/2024/08/19/college-football-2024-preseason-rankings/Read our Group of 5 tiers/preview: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5714078/2024/08/22/group-of-5-conference-preview-playoff-contenders/Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro), Kennington Smith III (@Skinny_Kenny)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Vannini is an absolute madman. He ranked ALL 134 FBS college football teams for his annual '134 Rankings'. He and David Ubben examine the team tiers and disucss some of the major differences between the 134 Rankings and AP Poll. BUT, before then, Until Saturday is excited to welcome former Alabama running back and two-time national champion Damien Harris as the show's co-host! The trio play 'The Newly Recruit Game' to learn more about Damien. Before wrapping up, we open the mailbag and voicemail box and hit CRUNCH TIME.Read the 134 Rankings: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5706595/2024/08/19/college-football-2024-preseason-rankings/Read Seth Emerson's Georgia Bulldogs Playoff Prospectus: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5697913/2024/08/19/georgia-college-football-playoff-preview-predictions/Rundown:- Welcoming Damien Harris to Until Saturday! (:15)- Newly Recruit Game (5:45)- Damien's favorite RB this season (10:00)- Damien's LEAST favorite CFB team he played (12:30)- Predicting Alabama's record (16:30)- The team Damien knew feared Alabama (19:00)- The 134 Rankings vs AP Poll (26:00)- Why Ohio State is #1 (31:00)- The Contenders tier (37:30)- The Maybes tier (41:00)- The Wide Open Big 12 tier (50:15)- The Group of Five tier (53:30)- The Is My Coach Coming Back? tier (56:30)- The New Coach New Me tier (1:00:00)- The Make a Bowl Game tier (1:03:00)- The CFB25 Dynasty Masochists tier (1:06:30)- Mailbag: Anti-Alabama rhetoric via Patrick from Pennsylvania + Why get rid of divisions? via Jasper S. (1:13:45)- Crunch Time: Stalions, Tennessee's recruiting, Fall Weddings (1:22:00)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Chris Vanninin (@ChrisVannini), Damien Harris (@DHx34)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAKE UP! David Ubben, Grace Raynor and Manny Navarro rip the sleep mask off six college football teams and players you need to quit snoozing on this season. Before then, The Athletic's Austin Meek takes us behind the scenes at Sherrone Moore's media availability where he spoke on the Connor Stalions scandal. Plus, a Michigan football camp update, Heisman Draft recap and 'CRUNCH TIME' debuts.The Cheeseburger Heard Around the World: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5688042/2024/08/08/jim-harbaugh-michigan-ncaa-cheeseburger-connor-stalions/Rundown:- Sherrone Moore on Stalions scandal (2:30)- Michigan Football Camp Update (8:00)- All-Sleeper Teams (18:30)- All-Sleeper Players (36:45)- Hesiman Draft recap (49:45)- Grace got MARRIED! (59:00)- CRUNCH TIME: News and nuggets that you missed (1:04:30)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Grace Raynor (@gmraynor), Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro) & Austin Meek (@byAustinMeek)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Big 12, college football's roulette wheel that has 16 colors. Bruce Feldman joins Sam Khan Jr. and Justin Williams in breaking down the most chaotic, unpredictable and, arguably, most fun league in the sport. Kansas State and Utah may be early-season favorites, but where will Kansas, Arizona, West Virginia, Colorado and others fall in our power draft? Plus, we predict the conference championship game.Read Bruce Feldman's Freaks List: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5668892/2024/08/06/college-football-freaks-list-2024-bruce-feldman/Read Bruce's Avery Johnson story: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5668522/2024/07/30/avery-johnson-kansas-state-football/Read Justin's story about the Big 12's shifting play style: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5608849/2024/07/02/new-big-12-identity-parity-conference-realignment/Rundown:- How many teams could realistically win the Big 12? (2:45)- Kansas State (9:30)- Utah (12:15)- Oklahoma State (15:30)- Iowa State (18:00)- Kansas (20:00)- Arizona (23:00)- West Virginia (26:30)- UCF (30:30)- Colorado (35:30)- Texas Tech (41:15)- TCU (46:15)- Baylor (50:30)- BYU (56:30)- Cincinnati (1:00:00)- Arizona State + Houston (1:05:00)- Superlatives (1:09:30)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Sam Khan Jr. (@skhanjr), Justin Williams (@Williams_Justin) & Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which college football teams should you buy stock in, and which should you sell? David Ubben, Kennington Smith III and Audrey Snyder, Until Saturday's CFB investment experts, tell you which teams they're bullish and bear-ish on across the SEC, ACC, Big Ten, Big 12 and Group of 5.Read about the pommel horse GOAT:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5675559/2024/08/02/stephen-nedoroscik-usa-gymnastics-olympics-penn-state-pommel-horse/Read Kenny's Alabama camp update:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5680568/2024/08/05/alabama-football-sec-kalen-deboer/Rundown:- Fall Camp updates: Alabama + Penn State + injuries (3:30)- Bear or Bull begins! Audrey's 1st buy (16:45)- Kenny's 1st buy (21:00)- David's 1st by (26:00)- Audrey's 1st sell (33:00)- Kenny's 1st sell (36:45)- David's 1st sell (42:00)- Audrey's 2nd buy (45:30)- Kenny's 2nd buy (49:45)- David's 2nd buy (58:00)- Audrey's 2nd sell (1:01:30)- Kenny's 2nd sell (1:03:30)- David's 2nd sell (1:06:30)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: David Ubben (@davidubben), Audrey Snyder (@audsnyder4), Kennington Smith III (@skinny_kenny)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A conference preview, draft and power ranking rolled up into one jumbo-sized podcast burrito? *Ding* Order's up. Chris Vannini along with Scott Dochterman and Cameron Teague-Robinson, The Athletic's Iowa and Ohio State scribes, respectively, breakdown every squad in the new-look 18-team conference. Each host drafts a program to discuss and the subsequent draft order comprises the league power rankings -- hence the 'Power Draft Preview'. Is Ohio State or Oregon the league's best? How high will Nebraska rise? Is Michigan being slept on? Which of Michigan St., Indiana, or Washington, all lead by new head coaches, will make the best impression? Plus, dark horse, offensive player of the year, and more superlatives.Rundown:- The Michigan investigation picks back up (:30)- Big Ten Power Draft Preview (10:00)- Ohio State + Oregon (14:30)- Michigan, Penn State, Iowa (27:30)- USC, Wisconsin, Nebraska (50:30)- Rutgers, Minnesota, Washington (1:06:30)- Michigan St., UCLA, Maryland (1:20:00)- Illinois, Northwestern, Purdue, Indiana (1:37:00)- Superlatives (1:47:00)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini), Scott Dochterman (@ScottDochterman), Cameron Teague-Robinson (@cj_teague)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's that time of the off-season where we go out on a limb...a very long limb. Chris Vannini and Manny Navarro return with their second installment of Oddly Specific College Football Predictions. Ohio State will finish the year 16-0? Travis Hunter will win the Heisman and be drafted #1 overall? According to the guys, it may happen! Before then, a Georgia WR is dismissed from the team, CFB stolen valor at the Olympics and revisiting our 2023 OSPs!Read Manny's 2023 predictions: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4775874/2023/08/17/ap-top-25-oddly-specific-predictions-texas/Read about NCAA's NIL transparency initiative via Chris:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5668716/2024/08/01/ncaa-nil-assist-platform-contract-information/Rundown:- RaRa Thomas dismissed from Georgia (2:45)- Olympics stolen valor (4:30)- 2023's Oddly Specific Predictions recap (11:15)- 2024's Oddly Specific Predictions: ACC (17:00)- Big Ten predictions (29:00)- Big 12 predictions (37:00)- SEC predictions (46:00)- Group of 5 predictions (55:00)- NCAA NIL database (1:06:00)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini), Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2024 college football season will be unprecedented. A 12-team playoff, communication devices in helmets, Oregon, Texas and other teams in new leagues -- there's just so much DIFFERENT. Chris Vannini and David Ubben walk you through every major change to CFB this season. Plus, a rollicking round of 'Where Dey At?' trivia/game show.Read Nicole Auerbach's story on how House vs NCAA may affect the Olympics: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5650591/2024/07/24/house-ncaa-settlement-college-sports-olympics/Rundown:00:30 Olympics, Gold Zone06:30 12-team College Football Playoff33:00 CFB Rule Changes53:00 Conference realignment58:30 Where Dey At triviaWatch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHosts: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini), David Ubben (@davidubben)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam)Supervising producer: Michael Martinez (@MikeMartinezDC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Vannini, David Ubben, Max Olson and Ari Wasserman assemble to open the mailbag and answer your questions on everything from if the PAC-12 could ever come back, the future of non conference rivalry games, and the best broadcasters working in college football today. Then the crew shares some news about Ari and Max and where the show is heading in the 2024 season.Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHost: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini), David Ubben (@davidubben)With: Ari Wasserman and Max Olson (@AriWasserman, @max_olson)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Saban might be the early highlight of Talkin' Season. Chris Vannini, David Ubben and Ari Wasserman react to Saban's first SEC Media Days as an analyst, including his opinions on Texas and Alabama. Plus, are NIL fines enough for Georgia's reckless drivers? It's time to ride the Conference Realignment Rumor Rollercoaster. Later, the guys share their grivances about EA Sports College Football 25 now that we've had more than a day and change to play. Oh, and we let CFB25 predict the College Football Playoff. It got wild.SEC commish Greg Sankey mum on expansion via Seth Emerson: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5638872/2024/07/15/greg-sankey-sec-media-days-2024/The ACC to provide ESPN agreements via Chris Vannini: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5644222/2024/07/17/acc-to-provide-espn-agreements-to-florida-state-attorney-general-by-aug-1/Rundown:- Saban & SEC vs. Texas? (4:15)- Georgia reckless driving fines enough? (15:30)- Realignnment rumors real? (23:00)- EA CFB25 grievances (32:15)- Online play changes/problems (38:15)- We let CFB25 determine the CFP (55:30)- Ari's incredible diet hack (1:08:00)Watch Until Saturday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UntilSaturdayCall/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHost: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini)With: Ari Wasserman and David Ubben (@AriWasserman @davidubben)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The wait is finally over. After a decade-long absence, EA Sports' next installment of their college football franchise is here! Chris Vannini and Ari Wasserman share their early review of EA College Football 25. The duo dissect the gameplay, graphics, playbooks, Dynasty Mode, Road to Glory, recruiting and much, much more! Later in the show, former West Virginia quarterback and NCAA video game cheat code, Pat White, joins the show along with The Athletic's Chris Kamrani! Pat voices his thoughts on the game's cultural impact, and how he fits into that picture. Plus, a look back at some of his favorite moments as a Mountaineer.Read Chris Kamrani's Pat White/WVU story: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5622408/2024/07/08/college-football-25-west-virginia-top-teams/Watch the review on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e99aNwH3_-4Rundown:- Our early review of EA Sports College Football 25! (:15)- One big takeaway (2:15)- Gamplay, graphics and playbooks (4:45)- Dynasty Mode + recruiting realism (17:00)- Road to Glory and more (30:30)- Criticisms (39:15)- Pat White joins the show! (46:45)Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHost: Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini)With: Ari Wasserman, Chris Kamrani & Pat White (@AriWasserman, @chriskamrani, @patcwhite)Executive producer (audio + video): Cam Molina (@commentatorcam) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does one coach's decision affect over 400 people? Ari Wasserman, Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. explain how Nick Saban's retirement caused hundreds of staffers, coaches, analysts, and familes' lives to change. From Alabama to Nebraska Kearney and Washington to Fernandina Beach HS the ripple effects are expansive. Brett Yormark preached innovation and growth for the Big 12 conference at media days, and went as far as to say his league is third best in the nation. Are they ahead of the ACC? Who will emerge as the league's alpha dog? Plus, EA CFB 25 player ratings and final countdown!Read Chris' story about Big 12 marketing: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5628106/2024/07/10/brett-yormark-big-12-pac-12/Read Justin's story about the need for a Big 12 powerhouse: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5629665/2024/07/11/big-12-football-parity-brand-name/Rundown:- Nick Saban Butterfly Effect (3:15)- Second chances for coaches + how fast things move (17:00)- The Big 12 needs an alpha dog (27:30)- Big 12 vs ACC health (41:30)- Mike Gundy & consequences (56:00)- EA Sports CFB 25 ratings + final countdown (1:01:00)Call/text the Until Saturday phone and leave us a question for a future mailbag and/or Sunday Sound-Off podcast: (316) 462-9852Subscribe to the FREE Until Saturday newletter:: https://theathletic.com/newsletters/until-saturdayHost: Ari Wasserman (@AriWasserman)With: Max Olson & Sam Khan Jr. (@max_olson @skhanjr)Executive producer: Cam Molina (@commentatorcam) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.