Until Saturday: A show about college football

Andy and Ari celebrate the gift that keeps on giving: The Brian Ferentz offense at Iowa. Kirk "Big Daddy" Ferentz said last week he anticipates no staff changes.Meanwhile, Alabama has nabbed offensive coordinator Tommy Rees from Notre Dame. What does that mean for the Crimson Tide, and with whom do the Fighting Irish replace Rees?Also, Andy and Ari randomly rank the top five states in which to reside.Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari share their biggest takeaways from National Signing Day. Shane Beamer continues to elevate South Carolina's program as he and the Gamecocks land 5-star recruit, Nyckoles Harbor. The Jaden Rashada-Florida wrangling may have finally come to a close as the QB committed to Arizona State, which was a surprise to most. The guys also go over other NSD moves, including Austin Mack to Washington, Rodrick Pleasant's pact with Oregon, and more. Plus, will Georgia surpass Texas A&M for the greatest class of all-time in '24?Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLightFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman---------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/andy23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach & Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football topics!The Power 5:1. 2023 Big 12 schedule releases with new teams in league2. 2023 ACC schedule release3. Ryan Grubb stays at Washington over Alabama OC job4. Josh Gattis fired at Miami5. Will the NCAA go after schools for NIL violations (finally)?BONUS: Jim Harbaugh's futureHappy Hour:-If you like learning about players’ heights, weights and wingspans, this is the time of the year for you. Senior Bowl is underway in Mobile.-Who made the best coaching hire this cycle?On the Rocks:-Stetson Bennett arrested in Dallas for public intoxication.-Nick Saban speaks out about NIL issues.-What’s the state of officiating overall and can it be improved?Plus, last call!-------------------------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/andy23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari talk about the 2023 Big 12 schedule, which finally got released on Tuesday. What does that mean for Oklahoma and Texas and a potential early move to the SEC? More importantly, what does it mean we'll get to watch when four new teams join a league that -- at least this year -- will still have Oklahoma and Texas? Also, Wednesday is National Signing Day Part Deux. Where will Nyckoles Harbor -- the elite sprinter who could grow into a fairly large edge rusher -- land?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtube.com/live/BtLMyLt-_24Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman-------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/andy23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Miami beat writer Manny Navarro joins Ari and Andy to discuss the state of the Hurricanes as the second National Signing Day approaches. Miami needs an offensive coordinator following the firing of Josh Gattis. What does this mean for Mario Cristobal's build when a coordinator can go from Broyles Award winner (at Michigan in 2021) to fired in a year? What have the Hurricanes done to improve what wound up being a lackluster product on the field in 2022. Also, does Florida State have a better NIL-era plan than Miami or Florida?Plus, Manny talks about a story he wrote this month looking at how the recruiting sausage is made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari discuss championship Sunday -- from a college football perspective, of course. Jalen Hurts is a Super Bowl QB. That's not a sentence that seemed feasible when he was transferring from Alabama to Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Patrick Mahomes continues to show that an Air Raid QB can be an all-time great QB. The second national signing day is Wednesday, and Ari is ready for drama. Meanwhile, Miami needs an offensive coordinator.--------------------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialUpgrade your closet with Rhone and use BWF to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/andy23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the 49ers and QB Brock Purdy prepare to face the Eagles in Sunday's NFC Championship, Andy, Ari and Max look back on Purdy's pre-draft appearance on the show last year. What did NFL teams miss about the former Iowa State QB that allowed him to fall to the final pick of the draft?Can we then use those clues to try to predict which outgoing college QB might be a later-round gem in this year's draft?Later, we have our first Random Ranking of the year. Earlier this week, Ari lamented that original (non-comic book, non-sequel) movies rarely get made anymore. He mentioned Primal Fear from 1996 as an example of movies that just don't get made now. So Andy decided the guys needed to rank their top five movies of 1996. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch Light and Ari Wasserman take an inside look at college football recruiting. National signing day is next week, but it looks like it will be very uneventful. The guys discuss a couple of programs on the eastern seaboard including a shocking stat about NC State. Plus, mailbag questions and trivia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini are back with their weekly cocktail of college football topics. Power Five: 1. Josh Heupel signs an extension and now makes $9 million per year.2. Bill O’Brien off to the Patriots to be OC.3. Ed Reed will not coach at Bethune-Cookman after all.4. Deion flips Cormani McClain & Colorado has a top-30 class.5. Michigan getting rid of seats for tunnel safety. On the Rocks:The Athletic's Austin Meek joins the show to discuss another offseason of drama at Michigan. Happy Hour:Florida State players returning as the NFL draft deadline passes.Charlotte has at least 37 incoming transfers.Last Call - Cheers or Jeers:Cheers to LSU teammates Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase playing for an AFC Championship together.Cheers to three straight Royal Rumbles having former a college athlete win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Portal Authority Max Olson joins Andy and Ari to break down the movement from the winter Transfer Portal open period. Does Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin have competition for the title of Portal King?You bet he does. USC's Lincoln Riley, LSU's Brian Kelly, Oregon's Dan Lanning, Florida State's Mike Norvell, Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham and Auburn's Hugh Freeze make very strong cases.Also, who needs be on this list but isn't?--------------------------------------Go to https://www.chime.com/andy to sign up for a Chime Credit Builder Visa Credit Card today! Thanks to Chime for supporting the show.To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro dot co slash ATHLETIC today to get 20% off your entire first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Bruce Feldman joins Andy and Ari to discuss his story on the 2022 NFL All-Pro team and why the defense is loaded with former five-star recruits and the offense is chock full of diamonds in the rough.This, of course, turns into a conversation about why, while stars matter, evaluation and development also matter.Story link: https://theathletic.com/4105045/2023/01/19/college-football-recruiting-star-system-disparity-nfl/----------------Go to https://www.chime.com/andy to sign up for a Chime Credit Builder Visa Credit Card today! Thanks to Chime for supporting the show.To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro dot co slash ATHLETIC today to get 20% off your entire first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ari fills in Andy on all the news he missed during vacation. This includes:An NIL mess involving quarterback recruit Jaden Rashada at Florida.Jim Harbaugh is staying at Michigan, but co-OC Matt Weiss has been fired and Harbaugh is still taking on the NCAA.OC Garrett Riley leaving TCU for Clemson and Arkansas OC Kendal Briles being hired to replace him.Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin is taking all the QBs out of the portal.Deion Sanders secures a commitment from No. 1-ranked CB recruit Cormani McClain at Colorado.Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o_AKKhVujwFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman-------------Go to https://www.chime.com/andy to sign up for a Chime Credit Builder Visa Credit Card today! Thanks to Chime for supporting the show.To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro dot co slash ATHLETIC today to get 20% off your entire first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special edition of the Andy Staples Show, let the NFL Draft discourse commence! Prospects to Pros, on The Athletic Football Show's feed, makes landfall on A.S.S. with Andy and The Athletic's draft guru Dane Brugler plus NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein as the trio break down Dane’s latest mock draft! Who will trade for the No. 1 overall pick? Where does Dane see Anthony Richardson, Will Levis, and other top QBs going? Plus, who are some of the top non-QB talents in this year's draft?Check out The Athletic Football Show:https://apple.co/3WjVTilFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierlein-------------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brody and The Athletic's Chris Branch dig into the latest on the Jaden Rashada-Florida saga. Is a GM-like role necessary for programs in the future to avoid a situation like this? If not a GM position, what other forms of oversight could be implemented? Brody and Chris then discuss which SEC programs are best situated for the 2023 season based on their 2022 performance and current off-season moves.Follow Brody on Twitter: @BrodyAMillerFollow Chris on Twitter: @cbranch89-------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari welcome The Athletic's University of Miami beat writer and ACC pundit Manny Navarro to Stars Matter! The trio detail the wild Cormani McClain recruitment timeline and discuss the possibility of him signing with Colorado. Staying in the realm of unpredictable recruitment stories, what could happen next with Jaden Rashada and Florida? Could Rashada pursue legal recourse, and what precautions might recruits, schools, and collectives install in the future based on this situation? Manny shares what insights he and Grace Raynor gained writing their ACC recruiting confidential; Mario Cristobal recruits at an SEC level, Dabo continues to be admired by many, and then there's the rest of the ACC's coaches. Are the Big Ten's and SEC's media rights deals threatening the ACC? Is there a future where an assistant coaching position at Purdue is more valuable than at Florida State? Which states produces the most ACC recruits? Plus, '24 QB news and Manny surprises the guys with a trivia question.Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLightFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Manny on Twitter: @Manny_Navarro----------------------------------------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner and Austin Meek go inside Jim Harbaugh's decision to stay at Michigan after yet another flirtation with the NFL. What can Michigan do to avoid this now yearly song and dance? Is Harbaugh still an attractive NFL coach or is he too removed from the league? How much do new NIL rules and regulations impact Harbaugh's future in college football? Enjoy a full deep dive into the Michigan program with two experts who have the inside story.------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini are back for their weekly cocktail of college football news, notes, storylines & opinions...The Power 5:1. Nicole & Chris react to their time at the NCAA Convention2. Big Ten commissioner vacancy; Kevin Warren to the Chicago Bears3. Garrett Riley hired as OC at Clemson4. Brian Hartline promoted to OSU's OC5. Transformation Committee approves all recommendationsHappy Hour:Dabo Swinney is rolling with the changing tides in college football. Swinney recognized an opportunity in hiring wunderkind coordinator Garrett Riley and is willing to embrace change when necessary.TCU shocked college football last season on their path the national championship. Who could be next season's TCU? Nicole and Chris share which programs they believe could surprise us all in 2023.On the Rocks:A big question faces the Big Ten; who will be the conference's next commissioner?Jaden Rashada and Florida's prickly situation.Last Call:Chris: Cheers to the old man college QBNicole: Cheers to the first-time NFL playoff QBs who we saw in college not long ago.Follow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbachFollow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisVannini------------------------------------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the inaugural Andy Staples Show (A.S.S.) Awards! Andy and Ari announce this year's winners in the Coach and Player of the Year categories. The guys also honor the (best) Bad Beat, Grab Ass, Word, and NIL Deal of the Year, and more!Watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/6N7Hr2I6WO0Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman---------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialLinkedIn: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/ANDYRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/ANDY23HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/ANDY22 and use code ANDY22 for 22 free meals plus free shipping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch Light and Ari Wasserman discuss the latest college football recruiting news. The National Championship proved once again that Stars do indeed Matter. The Athletic's Grace Raynor joins the show! Florida QB commit Jaden Rashada's future in Gainesville is in doubt. Can Dabo Swinney get Clemson back on track and competing for National Championships or is the window closed? Trivia!--------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialLinkedIn: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/ANDYRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/ANDY23HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/ANDY22 and use code ANDY22 for 22 free meals plus free shipping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini are back for their weekly cocktail of college football news, notes, storylines & opinions...The Power 5:1. Georgia dominates TCU in the title game 2. Lowest-rated game of BCS/CFP era 3. The 2023 CFB Hall of Fame class 4. Greg Sankey wants to get rid of the Dec. early signing period5. NCAA convention in San AntonioHappy Hour:Cheers to Georgia, our new overlords? Dawgs are the early betting favorites for next year’s national championship tooKirby Smart, master manipulator/psychologist, had his team convinced they were “doubted”.Chris’ first national title game! What was it like?On the Rocks:Nicole and Georgia fans, her apologyThe way TCU ended the season – does it take away from what was accomplished? Would you rather lose a blowout or a heartbreaker?Last Call:Nicole: Perry the PylonChris: Georgia fan on stretcher, SoFi stadium designer--------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialLinkedIn: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/ANDYRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/ANDY23HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/ANDY22 and use code ANDY22 for 22 free meals plus free shipping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Nebraska beat writer Mitch Sherman joins Andy in discussing the start to the Matt Rhule era at Nebraska. Mitch details Rhule's philosophy in the hiring of his staff, and what to expect from a recruiting, portal, and NIL angle. Can the Cornhuskers win the Dylan Raiola sweepstakes, and what does the future hold for the program in the new Big Ten?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Mitch on Twitter: @mitchsherman-------------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialLinkedIn: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/ANDYRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/ANDY23HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/ANDY22 and use code ANDY22 for 22 free meals plus free shipping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Georgia crushed TCU in the CFP National Championship to win consecutive titles, but does that cement them as the king of the sport? Andy and Ari discuss why stars DID matter on Monday, UGA being CFB's biggest villain, and Kirby Smart the architect. Plus, the guys discuss their off-season resolutions, and invite everyone at home to come up with their own and share it with us. And, what were some of the best moments of the season? Thank you all for a wonderful season, none of this would be possible without you.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman-----------------------------------------------Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialLinkedIn: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/ANDYRhone: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use ANDY23 to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/ANDY23HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/ANDY22 and use code ANDY22 for 22 free meals plus free shipping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The national title game is nearly here! Andy and Ari pick the brains of the talented athletes from Georgia and TCU at CFP Media Days in today's show; however, these aren't your typical "is this a must-win game?" type of questions. Instead, the guys ask some the best 'would you rather' questions to TCU WR Derius Davis, o-linemen Brandon Coleman and Alan Ali, former Fresno State standout Rodney Mathews (who's also featured on a popular reality TV series), Georgia players and hosts of the 'Real Talk' podcast, Ryland Goede and Tate Ratledge, and last, but not least, star DL Jalen Carter. Enjoy!-Derius Davis (2:15)-Brandon Coleman and Alan Ali (13:45)-Rodney Mathews (23:00)-Ryland Goede and Tate Ratledge (31:45)-Jalen Carter (51:00)Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanTry Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari talk the national title game while on a taco tour of Los Angeles with The Solid Verbal's Dan Rubenstein and Ty Hildenbrandt as well as Mike Golic Jr. of the GoJo Show! While in the 'Van-rubenstein', the quintet play 'mild to muy picante' sharing their thoughts on whether Georgia-TCU is just a tepid matchup or a spicy clash. Later, ESPN's Mina Kimes joins in the taco excursion and chats about UGA's and TCU's defenses. Can Max Duggan cause problems for the Bulldogs, and the same for Stetson Bennett to the Horned Frogs? After a quick stop for Domi'nos cheesy bread, the group shares what their favorite first bite of tacos was.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Dan on Twitter: @DanRubensteinFollow Ty on Twitter: @tyhildenbrandtFollow Mike on Twitter: @mikegolicjrFollow Mina on Twitter: @minakimesTry Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari react to Michigan receiving a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA, which includes a Level I violation by Jim Harbaugh; reminding the guys of the Jim Tressel saga at Ohio State. Later, the duo, live from Los Angeles, get you ready for the national title game between TCU and Georgia. But there is a ton to talk about in the wider college football world. Sam Hartman made his transfer to Notre Dame official. Jim Harbaugh made a statement about his future. And Texas A&M is hiring Bobby Petrino as its offensive coordinator.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/E17vMgmycGgFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanTry Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and Sam Khan are joined by The Athletic's Seth Emerson to discuss whether TCU can compete with Georgia. The Horned Frogs are almost a 2 TD underdog compared to its 1 TD underdog status vs. Michigan. Do the Dawgs have any weaknesses TCU can exploit? What is the status of RB Kendre Miller? It's a full National Championship preview!--------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller recap SEC bowl season and preview Monday night's National Championship. Can Georgia win back-to-back Natty's? What would that accomplishment mean for the program and for Kirby Smart?----------------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TCU is in the title game which is giving Ari an existential "Stars Matter" crisis. His friends Mitch Light, Andy Staples and Max Olson are here to help Ari accept this new reality and learn to move forward. How do you improve the talent composite rankings in the transfer portal and NIL era? Plus, trivia!-------------------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ari discuss the bowl games of Jan. 2 as well as the story from The Athletic's Bruce Feldman, Nicole Auerbach and Austin Meek that Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh would take an NFL job if offered. Mississippi State won one for Mike Leach in the Reliaquest Bowl. LSU crushed Purdue. Tulane completed an improbable comeback to beat USC in the Cotton Bowl (breaking: the Trojans' D let them down again). Penn State beat Utah in the Rose Bowl, and Sean Clifford finished his career with a celebration.----------------------Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialGo to TryMiracle.com/ANDY and use the code ANDY to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2022 went out with a bang! The CFP semifinal games were ones for the ages, and Andy and Ari break them down as they welcome in 2023. TCU proved stars don't always matter. Has Michigan reached its ceiling? What about Jim Harbaugh? How will Ryan Day be viewed after losing to Georgia? Is the Bulldogs' defense more vulnerable than we thought? Did TCU prove that there is growing parity in the sport, and how should we evaluate team talent moving forward?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/ROOW9wC639wJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. are at the Fiesta Bowl where TCU faces Michigan in the national semi-final. The Athletic's Michigan beat writer Austin Mock joins the show to preview the Fiesta Bowl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To complete the trilogy, Andy, Ari, and Nicole pick the winners of the illustrious Duke's Mayo Bowl, all the New Year's Six games, and the CFP semifinals.Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Emerson and Cameron Teague, The Athletic's Georgia and Ohio State beat writers, respectively, break down the Peach Bowl with Andy. Will Ohio State's wideouts or Georgia's DBs win on the outside? Can OSU establish the ground game against UGA? How big of an impact will the Bulldogs' talented TEs make?Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Seth on Twitter: @SethWEmersonFollow Cameron on Twitter: @cj_teague Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari converse about the biggest headlines a week removed from National Signing Day. How is Deion Sanders' signing class shaping up at Colorado? The guys predict where the Buffaloes will stand in the talent composite rankings in the Pac-12 four years from now. Plus, observations and thoughts about Alabama's top-ranked class; rationalizing Oregon, Texas A&M, and USC's classes, and how do we view Notre Dame's class?Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLightFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football hot topics...The Power 5:1. Sam Hartman expected to transfer to Notre Dame2. DJ Uiagalelei to Oregon State3. Bowl games reaction4. National Signing Day recap5. The CFP is here!Happy Hour:An unlikely road trip for some Pittsburgh playersG-5 QBs remaining with their programsMayo, Music City Bowl excitementCFP underdogs' keys to victoryOn the rocks:Texas A&M OC searchACC QB exodusLast Call:CFP semifinal games on New Year's Eve (boo, from Nicole)NOT having too many bowl games (cheers from Chris)Follow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbachFollow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisVannini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The College Football Playoff is nearly here! Andy welcomes The Athletic's 'Texpert', Sam Khan Jr., and Austin Meek, who covers Michigan, to the podcast to break down all things Fiesta Bowl. The triumvirate zeros in on the QB matchup between TCU's Max Duggan and Michigan's J.J. McCarthy, and both QBs' unconventional path to becoming the starting signal-caller. An in-depth look at both teams' offenses, defense (including coordinators), skill position players, and more! Plus, could Jim Harbaugh be NFL-bound?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/YRwLlWzlXO0Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Sam on Twitter: @skhanjrFollow Austin on Twitter: @byAustinMeek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We here at The Andy Staples Show hope you and yours had a very merry holiday. In this edition of Dear Andy and Ari, the guys answer questions from our most dedicated listeners, those who had us in their Spotify Wrapped top-5 most listened-to shows. Will the 12-team playoff spread the NIL wealth more equitably? When could we see the results of this? How should mid-tier programs manage expectations with reality? Plus, the guys share their favorite CFB tailgating venues and food.Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach returns to join Andy and Ari to pick more bowl games. If you thought we were bad at picking games before, just wait until we don't know which team wants to be there more. Plus, which program actually dominates in the field of space exploration and science?Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/mTaelGltZTMJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Nicole on Twitter: @NicoleAuerbach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special edition of Stars Matter, Mitch, Ari, and Andy break down the winners and losers from National Signing Day. Did Oregon win the day? Is Alabama going to wear another recruiting crown? Why didn't USC court any of the top linemen? Plus, Dabo on the original NIL and Kirby Smart's shocking(?) quote about QBs.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKOu5y2QPcYJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Grace Raynor joins Andy and Ari in discussing National Signing Day! What are the biggest headlines of the day? Could Alabama come away with the recruiting crown? Coaches across the country are condemning and decrying a reported tampering problem that is plaguing the sport, but what are they doing about it? Plus, our crazy NSD predictions (P.s. Please don't let Ari be a father to a 5-star recruit)Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/bifJt8v-MdAJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Grace on Twitter: @gmraynor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitch and Ari prepare you for the Early Signing Period by reacting to some of the more prominent news and rumors in college football recruiting. Dante Moore flips his commitment from Oregon to UCLA. Will Kadyen Proctor flip to Alabama? Coach Prime's recruiting at Colorado & Grace Raynor and Manny Navarro's story about Colorado recruits who lost their offers when Coach Sanders became HC. Plus, who will win the recruiting crown, thoughts on LSU, Texas A&M, and more, and who are the remaining uncommitted 5-stars?Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLightFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman welcome David Ubben to the show to recap opening weekend of bowl season and to go inside a "Coach Prime" program.Deion Sanders will have a chance to make national headlines this week as his first Colorado signing class will start taking shape.Plus, a debate about a NIL ethical question.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yw7FlhgYTlQJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow David on Twitter: @DavidUbben Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are stumping for the A.S.S. Bowl in 2023, but for now, we'll have to make do with this year's slate of postseason games. The Bahamas Bowl is in Andy and Ari's crosshairs as the site for our future (fictitious) bowl game. The guys share food experiences that they're ashamed of before digging into the awkward Cincinnati-Louisville Fenway Bowl. Plus, Anthony Richardson isn't suiting up for Florida, but he is the topic of conversation as the duo discusses freaky athletic QBs. Plus, thoughts on the Jimmy Kimmel, Idaho Potato, and New Mexico Bowls, among others.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/dHlueenjx_4Join us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ubben and Brody Miller preview the SEC bowl slate by ranking games in terms of intrigue.Peach Bowl: Georgia vs. Ohio State +6.5Orange Bowl: Tennessee vs. Clemson Tennessee +6.5Sugar Bowl: Alabama vs. Kansas State. Alabama -3.5Gator Bowl: South Carolina vs. Notre Dame – SC +2.5Texas Bowl: Texas Tech vs. Ole Miss – Ole Miss -3Citrus Bowl: LSU vs. Purdue – LSU -10.5Las Vegas Bowl: Florida vs. Oregon State -10ReliaQuest Bowl: Mississippi State vs. IllinoisLiberty Bowl: Kansas vs. Arkansas -3Gasparilla Bowl: Missouri vs. Wake Forest -1Music City Bowl: Iowa vs. Kentucky +2.5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The Portal Authority" Max Olson and "Texpert" Sam Khan Jr. have a transfer portal update and a Big 12 bowl preview!-Baylor vs. Air Force -Oklahoma State vs. Wisconsin -Kansas vs. Arkansas -Texas Tech vs. Ole. Miss-Texas vs. Washington -Kansas State vs. Alabama & more! The guys will be back from the Fiesta Bowl where TCU plays Michigan in the CFB Playoff semi-final Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach and Chris Vannini have their weekly cocktail of college football topics. The Power 5:1. Mike Leach passed away Monday night at Age 61. 2. Mississippi State has made DC Zach Arnett its new HC3. Navy fired Ken Niumatalolo in the locker room after Army loss4. Jalin Hyatt opts out of the Orange Bowl5. Purdue hires Ryan WaltersHappy Hour:It's bowl season! Which non-CFP bowls are most intriguing?-Fenway Bowl -Duke's Mayo Bowl -Armed Force's Bowl -The Music City Bowl On the Rocks:-Wazzu HC Jake Dickert blasts NIL tampering -The CFB calendar is all messed up-NavyLast Call:Cheers to Mike Leach! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does success at Colorado look like under Coach Prime? Mitch and Ari contemplate the Buffaloes' trajectory under Deion Sanders. Rueben Owens flips to A&M; Keon Keeley commits to Alabama, and more transfer, commits and flips news. Plus, the guys discuss The Athletic's recruiting draft, and which schools are the easiest to recruit to.-Deion Sanders legitimizes Colorado - what is success at CO? (1:30)-Rueben Owens transfers; Keon Keeley to Alabama & more (14:30)-Would you rather have Dante Moore or DJ Uiagelelei at UCLA? (22:30)-Dylan Edwards & more flips, commits (30:15)-Recruiting draft (33:15)-Easiest programs to recruit to (37:00)-Trivia (42:45)Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchLightFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples, David Ubben and Ari Wasserman celebrate the life & legacy of Mike Leach, who died Monday night at 61. The guys remember the coach, the character and the innovator who changed the sport of football forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coastal Carolina QB Grayson McCall is the latest pigskin hurler to enter the transfer portal. Andy, Ari, and Max discuss where McCall stacks up with other portal QBs like Devin Leary. The trio also ranks the signal-callers who are looking for a new home. Plus, Spencer Rattler's choice; our favorite type of offense and QB in EA NCAA Football & USC's sales pitch to transfers.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/BQiht1XbExsJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWassermanFollow Max on Twitter: @max_olson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a jam-packed podcast, Andy and Ari cover the Navy head coach opening after Ken Niumatalolo's departure, and what qualities the next head coach of the Midshipmen needs. Troy Taylor assumes the head mantel at Stanford, what can we expect under his direction? Caleb Williams won the Heisman, but will he do it back-to-back times? Who are some potential candidates for next year's Heisman? Lastly, Coach Prime earns his first blue-chip flip.Watch the episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Si7BRVg1PhYJoin us on Run Your Pool:https://play.runyourpool.com/staplesFollow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.