The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football

Tony Petitti made an impassioned public case for the 24-team playoff, and Ralph thinks he’s operating from a position of strength. Is this inevitable? With the Big Ten and SEC threatening to leave the NCAA, Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard says, figuratively “Hey man, go for it.” Plus, mailbag on the best position groups in college football history, whether recruiters still matter in the age of NIL, and why administrators can seem to work against their own fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph Russo returns from his trip to Italy to find college football in full chaos. The 24-team playoff has gone from a whisper to a roar. The ACC and Big 12 on board, while ESPN and the SEC pump the brakes. What's actually driving this? And does the math work? Then, Brendan Sorsby files a suit that Bruce and Stew find unconvincing. Plus, the guys pick their favorite Week One games and under-the-radar matchups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lane Kiffin made comments in his “Vanity Fair” piece about Ole Miss recruiting and race that are making waves, and now Steve Sarkisian is also taking the opportunity to take a shot at the Rebels. What both coaches said reveals some interesting insights into the SEC's increasingly public grudge matches. Then: the 24-team playoff has real momentum now, and Bruce and Stew aren't happy about it. In mailbag, could we do a creative "NIT-style" bowl alternative? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahmad Hardy, Missouri's star running back, was shot over the weekend. Bruce has the latest there. Then, a Vanity Fair profile on Lane Kiffin delivers some gems, like Kiffin implying that Ole Miss fans should be grateful for all he did for them (before abandoning the team during the playoffs). Then Bruce puts Stew on the spot with a ranking exercise: of eight of the most likely active coaches who haven't won a title (Lanning, Freeman, Cristobal, Sarkisan, Kiffin, Campbell, DeBoer, and Riley) who will actually get there? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jon Sumrall is building something real in Gainesville, with a loaded receiver corps and a legitimate QB battle. Matt Campbell's Iowa State imports are quietly reshaping Penn State. Avery Johnson gets a fresh start under Collin Klein at K-State. Jaden Craig arrives from Harvard to replace Josh Hoover at TCU. And Memphis may have the most compelling quarterback competition in the country. Plus, Dabo vents about Notre Dame's money machine. Is he just relitigating the past? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew's new piece on Curt Cignetti reveals how 15 seasons (14 losing) as an assistant shaped his chip-on-the-shoulder identity. Then, some recruiting departments are using AI to provide a boost to their productivity. The Athletic’s Antonio Morales joins the show to explain the promise and skepticism. Plus, American commissioner Tim Pernetti floats an intriguing Group of Six playoff.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The dust on the Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal isn't going to settle any time soon, even if Texas Tech realistically needs to start planning for a 2026 season without it's greatest get in the transfer portal. On this episode of The Audible, senior writer Justin Williams joins Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo to bring us up-to-the-minute on where things stand with Sorsby. Then, Bruce and Ralph consider how Sorsby and Texas Tech might turn the page. After that, the guys discuss the latest on the 5-in-5 proposal and open up the mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas Tech's quarterback situation just went from promising to potentially devastating. Brendan Sorsby's gambling admission, which includes alleged bets on Indiana games while he was there, could end his college career entirely. Then: what the NFL Draft reveals about college football. Clemson had nine players picked, but struggled to get over .500. Miami had six players taken in the first 98 selections. Indiana set a program record for players taken. And Diego Pavia's Heisman run couldn't buy him a draft slot. Plus, Kalen DeBoer gets a big new seven-year deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CFP commissioners are meeting in Dallas, and Ralph gives a 50/50 chance that college football has a 24-team playoff by 2028. Stew isn’t happy. What’s really at stake here? We have presumed or official QB1s at Florida State, Stanford, and Georgia Tech. It’s not all pretty. Plus, mailbag questions on UNC vs. Colorado, and whether players still go to class. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew visited Indiana's spring practice and came away impressed. Cignetti's defense is loaded, and Josh Hoover is the only real question mark on a team that should easily make the playoff. Bruce drops the latest NFL draft intel: this QB class falls off a cliff after Mendoza, the DT class is historically bad (blame the portal), and Jeremiyah Love is a can't-miss. Then, Ralph reports that CFP commissioners are quietly looking to trim the maligned Tuesday night rankings show, but ESPN's contract makes a clean exit complicated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Ralph pick between buzzy teams against sneaky-good alternatives for 2026. Michigan's stability under Whittingham, or Matt Campbell's Iowa State imports at Penn State? Oklahoma's defensive upside or Kiffin–less Ole Miss? Houston's momentum or TCU's depth in the Big 12? UCLA's Chesney era or Washington's returning talent? Plus, mailbag on “wins above bubble,” which past coaches would look different in a 12-team playoff, and whether UNC's Michael Malone hire echoes the Belichick experiment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do spring games belong on TV, or are they just empty calories? Bruce reports from Miami, where Darian Mensah is flashing and the Hurricanes are rebuilding their trenches after losing most of last year's title game roster. Alabama's quarterback competition between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack heats up, but can DeBoer's offense finally run the ball? The NCAA is fast-tracking a five-for-five eligibility rule that could eliminate this whole waiver mess. And Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh's departure to the Big Ten office puts more pressure on Luke Fickell's make-or-break season in Madison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Big Ten swept national championships in football, men's basketball, and women's basketball this year. Coaching hires and the transfer portal matter more than raw spending, but is that a trend or a coincidence? TCU extends Sunny Dykes after back-to-back nine-win seasons, and Virginia locks in Tony Elliott after one breakout year. Plus, mailbag tackles Brian Kelly's disappearing act, Nebraska's looming NIL arbitration case, coaching records against ranked teams, and some bonus music documentary talk. Parker Fleming's conference depth according to SP+: https://x.com/statsowar/status/2037976630132678760?s=20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump's second executive order on college sports aims to nudge Congress, but will it actually move the needle? Cody Campbell and Brett Yormark get into a dustup over a Friday night Texas Tech–Houston game, reigniting the debate over high school football's sacred turf vs. TV eyeballs. Meanwhile, Alabama AD Greg Byrne calls for nuking SEC Championship games. Then, Bruce and Ralph each pick three intriguing non-playoff, non-new-coach teams for 2026. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce breaks down his mock draft process and why coaches he surveyed think this is a weak class, with only one QB going in the first round. Pete Golding finally responds to Dabo Swinney’s tampering accusations, but does he actually deny anything? Meanwhile, the Big Ten wants the NCAA to stop enforcing tampering rules altogether. Then, it’s mailbag on the double standard between coaches and players, where the hosts would send a hypothetical four-star QB son, and favorite non-football college venues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lane Kiffin tries to temper expectations at LSU despite a reported $40 million roster. Bruce isn't buying it. Rising roster costs across college football trigger a transparency debate, and the Nebraska NIL arbitration case could set the rules for everyone. Ralph caught March Madness history in person, Irish rugby player Neff Giwa is heading to South Carolina, and could Tommy Tuberville's transfer and eligibility bill actually work? Plus, Ralph psychoanalyzes his cohosts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Cameron Teague Robinson previews Ohio State’s season: who steps up after losing four likely first-round picks on defense, what Arthur Smith brings to a loaded offense, and why Ryan Day keeps hiring NFL coaches. Then, in mailbag: which pre-portal era players would have benefited most from transferring? Would a 24-team playoff water down the regular season? And have college football schemes really lost their variety?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FOIA details behind Kyle Whittingham's Utah exit are out, and both sides look bad. Bruce introduces Neff Giwa, a 6'8" rugby player from Ireland who's never played a down of football but has coaches in a bidding war after a three-second video. President Trump's executive order on the Army-Navy game sparks a surprisingly lively debate about where and when the rivalry should be played. And Tom Brady, Joe Burrow, and other NFL stars got schooled by pro flag football players in LA. What does it mean for the Olympics? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manny Navarro joins Bruce and Stew to break down his Power 4 portal grades. Why did Alabama get a C, Florida State D, and Miami an A? Plus, how the 2023 recruiting class is holding up heading into draft season and the five-star QB hit rate. Then it’s a debate over the magic of 2007, which coaches Bruce and Stew would hire for the next 10 years, and a tip of the cap to David Cutcliffe on his retirement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curt Cignetti secured for himself a whole bunch of massive achievements during the 2025 season. Is he also now the top coach in the country? Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo run through Bruce's and Stew's respective top-25 lists on this episode of The Audible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The College Sports Commission is already overwhelmed, and Nebraska is the first school to challenge rejected NIL deals in arbitration. What’s it mean for enforcement, and can the system survive? Then, Bruce and Antonio Morales surveyed nearly 30 coaches anonymously on the latest coaching hires. Will Lane Kiffin win a title at LSU? Kyle Whittingham is the most respected hire, and Alex Golesh raised eyebrows at Auburn. Then, mailbag on West Coast schools in the Big Ten, which Power 4 coach will last longest, and coaching conviction scores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Auerbach of NBC Sports (and formerly of The Athletic) joins Bruce and Stew to break down the White House roundtable on saving college sports and whether the SCORE Act has any path forward. She shares stories from covering cross-country skiing and ski jumping at the Winter Olympics in Italy and why improv classes were a great career move.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Luck opens up about life as Stanford's GM, hiring former teammate Tavita Pritchard, how quarterbacks today develop like golfers, and why he'll never come out of retirement. Ralph breaks down the “secret” Smash Sports meeting in Dallas pushing to pool college football's TV rights — and why the SEC and Big Ten aren't on board. Plus, Mississippi's NIL tax carve-out, and your mailbag questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph Russo took on the impossible: predicting every Power Four head coach in 2030.  The guys unpack the logic (and chaos) behind the projections. Could Lane Kiffin actually stay put? And what does it say about today’s pressure cooker that even blue bloods feel unstable five years out? And the guys open with a lively discussion about President Trump’s planned “Save College Sports” roundtable, including who is — and isn’t —on the guest list. Check out Ralph's story in The Athletic here: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7067868/2026/02/27/college-football-power-4-coach-predictions-2030/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NCAA proposes harsh penalties for schools that welcome transfers outside the portal: half-season coaching suspensions, massive fines, and lost roster spots. Cincinnati sues quarterback Brendan Sorsby, and Chandler Morris wants a seventh year of eligibility with a familiar legal playbook. Then, Stew defends his annual coaching hire grades while Ralph pushes back on fit questions at UCLA, Oklahoma State, and more. Finally, mailbag tackles SEC scheduling hypocrisy, the timing of eligibility hearings, and the biggest realignment disappointments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joey Aguilar's bid for an eighth college year is denied by a Tennessee judge — a rare NCAA court win. Curt Cignetti becomes college football's highest-paid coach at $13.2 million per year. UCLA weighs leaving the Rose Bowl for SoFi Stadium amid financial pressures. Then, The Athletic's Chris Vannini joins to discuss the NCAA rules committee's targeting proposals, the short shorts epidemic, and lessons from a record-breaking coaching carousel — including the Cignetti Effect, and why massive buyouts are here to stay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins to preview combine week: why the event matters more than people think, Fernando Mendoza's rise to projected No. 1 pick, Indiana's loaded draft class, Diego Pavia's limited NFL ceiling, and the historically thin QB and RB classes. Also, Dane's table-pounding pick and next year's quarterback outlook. Plus the coaching carousel strikes again as Northern Illinois's Thomas Hammock leaves for the Seahawks, highlighting the growing G6-to-NFL pipeline. And do fans who taunt players during court stormings deserve what's coming? Ralph thinks so.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Mississippi judge grants Trinidad Chambliss a preliminary injunction, clearing the way for a sixth season to be played at Ole Miss — but is this another dangerous chip away at eligibility rules? And how will the next couple quarterback draft classes look?. Plus, the guys aren’t sold on the Big Ten's 24-team playoff proposal, Sacramento State buys its way into the MAC, and a key BYU offensive weapon is expelled following serious allegations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas Tech's spending spree paid off with a conference title, while BYU defied expectations after losing Jake Retzlaff. Can other programs keep pace with the oil money and private equity backing the Big 12's new elite? And what defines the Big 12's identity in the revenue sharing era? Plus, Notre Dame's playoff snub revisited, Colorado's downfall, and Bill Moos's book excerpts about Nebraska and Scott Frost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

North Dakota State is moving up to the Mountain West, ending years of FCS dominance. Did the Pac-12 miss an opportunity? What does this mean for the G5 landscape? Then, The Athletic's Sam Khan Jr. breaks down the first rev share portal cycle, LSU's spending spree, and why retention is cheaper than recruiting. Plus, Indiana's continued success, Penn State's Iowa State transplants, and Oklahoma State's roster overhaul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph grades Bruce and Stew's preseason ACC predictions. Miami's national title run validates both their picks — Clemson, not so much. Is Mario Cristobal a top-tier coach? Why can’t Pitt break through despite good talent? What’s up with Florida State? James Franklin's move to Virginia Tech gets high marks as a potential power shift in the conference. Plus, North Carolina's Belichick disaster revisited, and basketball vs. football in the ACC.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s tough business making preseason predictions. Revisit Bruce and Stew’s SEC Buy, Sell, Hold picks and look ahead to next season. The crew digs into what went wrong at LSU (and why they both missed it), Tennessee's identity crisis under Heupel, Alabama's frustrating (but technically better) season under DeBoer, and whether Vanderbilt can survive life after Diego Pavia. Plus, your questions on the SEC's fading physicality and how to define success at Ole Miss moving forward. Then, Bruce's conversation with Cooper Manning on Arch's growth, the media circus, and what surprised him most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph puts Bruce and Stew on trial for their preseason Big Ten Buy, Sell, Hold rankings. The guys debate how they fared over the course of 2025, and look ahead to 2026: Arthur Smith's unconventional hire at Ohio State, Gary Patterson working with (or for?) Lincoln Riley at USC, Matt Rhule's Groundhog Day at Nebraska, whether P.J. Fleck has taken Minnesota to their ceiling, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce, Stew, and Ralph revisit their hottest and coldest takes of the 2025 season. Dabo Swinney calls out Pete Golding and Ole Miss for tampering. What does the NCAA do now? Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako returns to college after going pro, begging the question: what does this mean for football? Plus, Lane Kiffin's massive portal haul, and the Darian Mensah contract saga continues.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duke takes Darian Mensah to court over his two-year NIL contract after he entered the portal. You need a law degree to break down this stuff! CFP expansion talks hit a deadline Friday. Who’s pushing for expansion, and will we see it happen? The guys critique Stew's way-too-early top 25 for 2026, sparking a debate over Texas, Indiana's sustainability, and Penn State's makeover. Plus, what does Indiana’s perfect run mean for schools trying to replicate that success?  Stew’s Early Top 25 story: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6983984/2026/01/20/college-football-top-25-rankings-2026-predictions/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the first time, the Indiana Hoosiers are national champions, beating the Miami Hurricanes 27-21. Bruce and Ralph from Hard Rock Stadium join Stew to break down this game and this historic moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Ralph are in Miami for the championship. Speaking of trips to Miami: Duke QB Darian Mensah announces he's leaving in spite of his two-year contract, with Miami reportedly the destination. Can he do that? Can Miami? What exactly are these contracts for? And will this distract from Monday's national championship game? Plus, Ralph flips his championship pick back to Miami, invoking the 1984 Nebraska upset, and they choose their X-factor players for the title game.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dante Moore announces he's returning to Oregon for 2026, pushing Dylan Raiola's starting opportunity back another year. Was this the right decision? And what does it mean for the thin 2026 NFL quarterback class? Then, the guys make their final predictions for Monday's national championship game between Indiana and Miami. Can the Hoosiers complete a perfect 16-0 season, or will the Hurricanes pull off the upset? Plus, in mailbag, where would an undefeated Indiana would rank among the greatest teams ever? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Leavitt has committed to LSU, and Dylan Raiola to Oregon. Does anyone want to develop quarterbacks anymore? Ralph argues Trinidad Chambliss shouldn't get a sixth year despite his appeal. Texas raids the portal, landing a dream haul including Cam Coleman, Hollywood Smothers, Raleek Brown, and Rasheem Biles. Plus, who’s your favorite announcing team? Bruce, Ralph, and Stew weigh in with their opinions — and a controversial take about Kirk Herbstreit's dog. Chris Vannini’s story on how Athletic readers watch college football: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6946307/2026/01/12/college-football-broadcast-tv-announcers-survey-results/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Hurricanes vs. Hoosiers in the championship game. Indiana shows why they're the No. 1 seed, dropping 56 points on Oregon to advance to the final. Miami, a team that barely squeaked into the playoff, took down Ole Miss in an instant classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. enters the transfer portal just four days after signing a $4M+ revenue-sharing contract with the Huskies. Bruce and Ralph break down potential legal ramifications — and potential suitors. Do contracts mean anything in college football's lawless NIL landscape? Plus, does the regular season mean anything anymore? Bruce's story on Pete Golding: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/818567/2019/02/16/alabama-football-pete-golding-defensive-coordinator/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce’s story on the SEC's struggles sparks debate: is the conference's dominance over? NIL has leveled the playing field, and SEC teams no longer have overwhelming talent advantages. The portal heats up with Brandon Sorsby landing at Texas Tech for a reported $5 million and Trinidad Chambliss is staying at Ole Miss (pending eligibility). Then the guys make their picks for the CFP semifinals: Miami-Ole Miss and Indiana-Oregon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Ralph went live after an incredible Ole Miss win over Georgia. Can anyone stop this Ole Miss team? They’ll move on to Miami, who came to play and toppled their own giant in a 24-14 defeat of Ohio State. And with bye week teams falling to 1-7 in the 12-team CFP era, does anyone get to use the bye as an excuse?  Indiana didn’t disappoint, steamrolling the Tide 38-3 (don’t they know they’re supposed to be a Cinderella story?). And Oregon convincingly shut out Texas Tech 23-0. Will the Texas Tech boosters spend all that money differently next time?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys break down the quarterfinal matchups and make their picks. Kyle Whittingham takes the Michigan head coaching job after stepping down at Utah, bringing 21 years of experience to stabilize a program in crisis. The guys debate whether the 66-year-old is the right fit and discuss his five-year timeline. Lincoln Riley blames the Irish for the cancellation of the annual USC-Notre Dame matchup, while Marcus Freeman signs an extension. Plus, while transfer portal money reaches new heights, have new rules curtailed spending at all? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce, Katie Strang, and Austin Meek's bombshell investigation reveals disturbing details about Sherrone Moore's behavior leading up to his firing at Michigan. Bruce breaks down some of the epic dysfunction inside the program.  USC and Notre Dame's historic rivalry goes on indefinite hiatus after playing (almost) every year since 1926. Who's to blame for ending a century-old tradition? Bobby Petrino joins Bill Belichick's circus at North Carolina as offensive coordinator. Will the volatile mix of personalities lead to Petrino as interim head coach by November? Then: the guys preview their favorite bowl games, and answer some mailbag questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce, Stew, and Ralph recap the first round and look ahead to the quarterfinals. Plus, Ralph argues that college football has always been a league of systems and conditions, rather than one based on merit alone. So, do we want a system that gives teams like JMU and Tulane a path to flourish, or do we want to shut them out?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce surveyed two dozen college coaches about the playoff field, and the results are surprising: not one coach voted for Ryan Day as the best coach. Only one picked Indiana to win it all, and a majority believe Miami will upset Texas A&M on the road. The guys pick all the first round games against the spread. Can the Group of Five teams avoid embarrassment and preserve future playoff access? Ralph argues these blowout-prone matchups hurt the entertainment product, while Stew defends Cinderella stories. Plus mailbag questions on Indiana's success, Jedd Fisch's coaching credentials, and Diego Pavia's Heisman night behavior. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Michigan situation has taken a darker turn than anyone expected. Bruce, Ralph, and Stew break down how Sherrone Moore's firing has evolved into a potential crisis in the athletic department, why AD Warde Manuel's job may be in jeopardy, and what this means for the coaching search. They debate whether Kellen DeBoer could realistically leave Alabama and discuss candidates like Jedd Fisch. Meanwhile, the transfer portal is exploding with quarterback talent. Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Sam Leavitt headline a loaded QB class. The crew ranks the top available signal-callers and discusses how NIL money is changing the draft-or-stay calculation. Plus, Ferndando Mendoza wins the Heisman in a relative landslide over Diego Pavia. The guys divulge how they voted this year, and why Pavia's competitive fire led to his controversial social media posts. And: should Notre Dame join a conference after their playoff snub? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was fired yesterday for having an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." As of last night, he was being held in Washtenaw County Jail. Bruce and Ralph react to this news and what it means for Michigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph and Stew break down Notre Dame’s escalating feud with the ACC, Brett Yormark’s unusually sharp public criticism, and what the fallout means for next year’s CFP format. Plus: early Heisman thoughts and your mailbag questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Was Notre Dame right to skip the Pop Tarts Bowl, and/or could it undermine the whole Bowl system? Why are we doing this bizarre Tuesday rankings show? And how did Alabama make it in?  Notre Dame's shocking exclusion from the College Football Playoff has sent shockwaves through the sport. The Athletic’s Notre Dame beat writer Pete Sampson breaks down how the team felt about being left out after sitting at #10 all season and AD Pete Bevacqua's comments about "permanent damage" to Notre Dame’s relationship with the ACC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce, Stew, and Ralph are live in Los Angeles to react to the final CFP ranking announcement. They'll debate who will make the final cut ahead of the full reveal. Then, they'll pick the first round against the spread, and talk through their predictions for how the Playoff will unfold. Don't miss it!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Multiple Ole Miss players publicly dispute Lane Kiffin’s claim that the team asked him to stay for the playoffs. Does it matter?  Chris Klieman steps down at Kansas State after a solid run, and former Heisman finalist Colin Klein is expected to return home from Texas A&M to take over the Wildcats. What might Klein’s experience in a well-funded program like A&M bring to Manhattan? Brian Hartline lands the head coaching job at USF, who might have the highest ceiling among open jobs in the American. And Neal Brown lands at North Texas. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Notre Dame is at No. 10, while Miami is on the outside looking in at No. 12. Texas moved up to No. 13, and Alabama sits at No. 9. Who’s in danger of missing the playoff, who’s still on the bubble, and how much motion is possible with just a few days left before the bracket is finalized? Plus, somehow there’s more coaching news. With Kalani Sitake now locked in at BYU, Penn State remains standing at the altar — and Cal looks like it will be hiring Tosh Lupoi.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lane Kiffin is introduced as LSU’s head coach. Will he win a national championship there, or will he leave first? Penn State's coaching search drags on past the 50-day mark. Kalani Sitaki has emerged as a strong candidate, but nothing is imminent. They debate the Penn State timeline and react to the other SEC hires: Will Stein to Kentucky, Alex Golesh to Auburn, Ryan Silverfield to Arkansas, Jon Sumrall to Florida, and Pat Fitzgerald to Michigan State. Then, they make championship picks for all nine conference title games, including Ohio State-Indiana, Georgia-Alabama, and Texas Tech-BYU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rivalry Weekend delivered chaos everywhere except the playoff race, which remains hostage to the Lane Kiffin – LSU saga. Stew, Bruce, and Ralph unpack whether Ole Miss will be able to let Lane coach a playoff game, then they run through the SEC coaching dominoes already falling. They react to Kalen DeBoer’s bold fourth-and-two call in the Iron Bowl, Oklahoma’s latest escape, and what an Alabama loss would mean for the bracket. Plus Miami’s playoff case and the ACC tiebreaker fiasco.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eric Morris will leave North Texas to take the Oklahoma State job at the end of the season, sparking a debate: Is this the same as Lane Kiffin's situation at Ole Miss? Ralph and Bruce argue it's fundamentally different: G5 coaches are moving up with salary increases that could triple their pay, while Kiffin would be choosing between $12 million offers at blue blood programs. Bruce shares his history with Morris dating back to his days as "the Elf" at Texas Tech, and explains how Morris discovered Baker Mayfield, Cam Ward, John Mateer, and Chandler Morris before anyone else wanted them. Will Morris could bring quarterback whisperer magic to Stillwater? The latest CFP rankings show minimal movement after a clean weekend, but Ralph and Bruce game out chaos scenarios: What happens if Michigan beats Ohio State again? Could Oregon get bumped at 10-2? Would Texas Tech survive a Big 12 title game loss? Plus, they highlight breakout players ahead of Rivalry Weekend, and mailbag tackles whether paying players in 2000 would have prevented conference realignment and what on-field changes are transforming the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Wilcox is out at Cal after nine seasons following a blowout loss to Stanford in the Big Game. In a surprising twist, Nick Rolovich is named interim head coach. The guys discuss potential replacements, including Tosh Lupoi, Sean Lewis, and Jim Mora. Rivalry week is here with massive playoff implications. Could Alabama actually play themselves OUT of the playoff by losing the SEC Championship Game? Ralph and Stew debate whether the committee would drop a 10-3 Alabama team after losing a 13th game. They also discuss scenarios where Michigan beats Ohio State and crashes the at-large pool, and Georgia Tech upsets Georgia with head-to-head chaos. Plus, why the committee's head-to-head logic only seems to apply to certain conferences. Also, the guys make their picks for Texas A&M at Texas, Ohio State at Michigan, Miami at Pitt, and Tennessee at Vanderbilt, with one rivalry game upset each.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lane Kiffin sweepstakes continue. Oregon wins again, but can they win it all? What’s Oklahoma’s playoff ceiling? Kansas State loses a heartbreaker to Utah, and Chris Klieman delivers an emotional post-game statement. Plus, the guys dive into the wild world of ACC and SEC tiebreakers.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Miami be ranked closer to Notre Dame after their head-to-head win, or does the committee's approach of evaluating teams make sense? Bruce argues passionately for honoring the on-field result, while Stew defends the committee's decision to treat them as teams on separate tiers. Ralph suggests the real issue is process, and questions why SEC teams aren't facing the same scrutiny. Then they debate whether Lane Kiffin would actually leave Ole Miss before the playoffs if he takes the Florida or LSU job, and discusses the ultimatum from AD Keith Carter to decide his future by the Egg Bowl. Could a team be penalized by the playoff committee if their coach leaves mid-season, similar to how a team would be if their QB got hurt? Plus, a mailbag question on coaching hypocrisy: why do coaches get to do the very things they complain about with NIL and the portal? And a throwback to Jeff Jagodzinski's firing at Boston College serves as a cautionary tale for Ole Miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lane Kiffin faces an ultimatum from Ole Miss: decide on his future by the Egg Bowl, or else. With his family touring Florida and LSU campuses, Ralph and Stew debate whether he'll stay in Oxford or leave for a blue blood program, and whether he'll even be coaching the Rebels in the playoffs. Meanwhile, James Franklin is officially hired at Virginia Tech. How’s the fit? The guys explain why the Big Ten's $2.4 billion deal with UC Investments is now on pause after Michigan and USC pushback. Plus, they make their picks for the week's biggest games including Missouri at Oklahoma, USC at Oregon, Pitt at Georgia Tech, and BYU at Cincinnati.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did Notre Dame clinch a playoff spot, and did Georgia eliminate Texas? The Aggies win, they extend Elko — but is their schedule deceptive? Ole Miss survives an upset bid by Florida in the Lane Kiffin bowl. The Sooners are in the CFP mix, USC win sets up a huge Big 10 matchup next week, and Georgia Tech nearly chokes against BC. Plus, a two-bid Big 12 is within reach, but there are too many 10-2 teams to fit in the playoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Pate, the host of Josh Pate’s College Football Show, joins Bruce and Stew to share his unconventional path from manual laborer to hosting one of college football's most popular shows. Pate reveals how he practiced sports talk in his truck for years before getting his break, and his "GPS approach" to making points. And he shares what he'd fix first if he became college football commissioner. Bruce and Stew also dive into LSU's messy attempt to avoid paying Brian Kelly's $53 million buyout, and debate whether Lane Kiffin will stay at Ole Miss despite openings at Florida and LSU. The mailbag tackles what you should actually DO with your $12 Trader Joe’s gift card, which NFL coordinators might be a good fit for open college head coaching gigs, and whether the Big Ten has become the villain of college football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second College Football Playoff rankings drop soon, and the guys dive into where things are heading down the stretch. How high could Texas Tech end up after dominating wins over BYU and other ranked opponents? Does Ole Miss deserve their lofty ranking, or is their resume thin? The guys lock horns on how these teams should be evaluated: Should the committee rely on computer rankings and strength of record metrics, or focus on head-to-head results and quality wins? Bruce gets frustrated with power rankings that have 3-6 Penn State in the top 25, Ralph defends using analytics as a starting point, and Stew tries to find middle ground. They also make their picks for the week's biggest games: Notre Dame at Pitt, Texas at Georgia, Oklahoma at Alabama, and Iowa at USC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indiana and Oregon survive close matchups as Texas Tech convincingly hands BYU its first loss. What's going on in the ACC? What's the SEC's path to five — or even six — teams getting into the playoff? And Stew gives the breakdown of the USC fake punt from his perspective as an in-person spectator from LA Memorial Coliseum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first College Football Playoff rankings sparked immediate controversy, so who better to bring on to discuss it than Ari Wasserman from On3?   Is the committee leaning too heavily on both vibes and advanced metrics, over actual results? And if the rankings are out of whack, will they correct themselves by the end of the season? They also look at the best available coaching jobs, debate Auburn's ceiling, discuss why Florida has been a graveyard for coaches, and dive into Ari's biggest pet peeve. Plus, mailbag tackles Ralph’s playoff prediction formula, whether Florida State's win over Alabama actually hurt Mike Norvell's expectations, and why Kurt Cignetti didn't get a power conference job until his 60s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, and Ralph has a gripe: every head-to-head matchup mattered except Notre Dame-Miami. Ralph and Stew debate whether the Hurricanes got disrespected at #18 while the Irish sit at #10, and break down why the committee might be valuing progression over early-season results. There are blueprints for getting two Big 12 teams in the playoff, with BYU and Texas Tech both ranked in the top eight. They discuss Oregon's surprisingly low ranking at #9 despite being undefeated, Texas's position as the first team out, and whether the SEC could realistically get six or even seven teams into the playoff. Bruce joins to talk about who might replace Hugh Freeze, from James Franklin and Jimbo Fisher to rising stars like John Sumrall and Kenny Dillingham. Plus, the crew makes their picks for the week's biggest games: BYU at Texas Tech, Texas A&M at Missouri, Oregon at Iowa, and LSU at Alabama. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The playoff picture is becoming clearer. The seas have parted in the Big 12 to prepare for a huge BYU-Texas Tech matchup. Can the ACC get two teams in the playoff? Is Texas still alive, and does Arch deserve some grace? Hugh Freeze might be out at Auburn by the time you're hearing this. The guys debate whether Julian Sayin is really this good, or if any decent QB would look great throwing to these receivers. And the Big 10 has a great November unfolding, with Iowa, Oregon, and USC all playing each other. Plus, NC State, New Mexico, and Kennesaw State mentioned on shoutouts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Clay and Josh Snead, the masterminds behind the SEC Shorts YouTube channel, join Stew and Ralph to discuss the evolution of their viral college football comedy videos over 11 seasons. They reveal the behind-the-scenes process of filming all day Sunday and editing until 4 a.m. to hit Monday morning deadlines, and explain why they'll never expand beyond SEC content despite the money. Plus, they share stories about their most popular character — Josh's “Vanderbilt Pimp” costume that landed him on College GameDay. The guys also react to breaking LSU news: Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced at a press conference that LSU’s Board of Supervisors, not AD Scott Woodward, will hire LSU's next football coach. Stew and Ralph discuss how state politics and college football intersect in Baton Rouge unlike anywhere else in the country, and what this power struggle means for the coaching search. Plus, mailbag questions on Georgia Tech's trajectory, whether coaches will bail on playoff teams for better jobs, and a debate about whether a freshman All-American team could compete for a national title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Kelly is out at LSU after just four seasons, with the Tigers set to pay out up to $54 million. Bruce breaks down the Sunday drama that led to Kelly's firing after the blowout loss to Texas A&M, including the power struggle with AD Scott Woodward over staff changes. Ralph explains how the awkward mix of "Kelly's guys" and "Woodward's guys" created underlying dysfunction, and why the cultural fit was doomed from the start. Plus, the crew debates Kelly's next move: what are the odds he’s coaching again next year?  So many schools are looking for a new coach to turn it around, but there are no "sure thing" hires available. Lane Kiffin, Jon Sumrall, Willie Fritz, and Bob Chesney all have their pros and cons. Plus, the guys discuss the impossible expectations at these blue blood programs and make their picks for Vandy at Texas, Cincinnati at Utah, Oklahoma at Tennessee, and USC at Nebraska. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas A&M took down LSU 49-25 at Tiger Stadium, and the guys debate whether Kelly's job is safe heading into a bye week before Alabama. They break down how Mike Elko has turned around Texas A&M in year one, with Marcel Reed emerging as a dynamic dual-threat QB and strength coach Tommy Moffitt getting revenge against his former employer. The crew discusses whether A&M is now the class of the SEC, debates if five SEC teams could make the playoff, and analyzes Steve Sarkisian's explosive postgame rant about Diana Russini’s NFL job report. Plus, BYU stays undefeated with a comeback win at Iowa State behind true freshman Jake Retzlaff, the Big 12 race gets even crazier, and Colorado gets embarrassed 53-7 by Utah as Deion's season spirals. Ralph defends Vanderbilt as a legitimate top-10 team after their defensive performance against Missouri, and the guys discuss Bill Belichick's overtime loss to Virginia and whether UNC will win another ACC game this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph challenges Bruce and Stew on the way the media talks about coaching hires, arguing that the constant chase for the "hot name" creates unrealistic expectations. Using Jeff Brohm and Jedd Fisch as examples, Ralph makes the case that we go all-in on coaches after one big win — which leads to disappointment when ADs inevitably can't land everyone's top choice. In mailbag, can Florida, Florida State, and Miami all succeed simultaneously in the NIL era? The guys break down how the Sunshine State has changed since the '90s when all three won national titles. Plus, a deep dive into quarterback spending vs. offensive line investment. Is Diego Pavia proof you don't need to break the bank at QB?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy Napier is out at Florida after a 3-4 start, and Bruce and Stew break down who’s next in Gainesville. Is Lane Kiffin tempted to leave his Ole Miss setup for the Gators’ national championship history and elite recruiting base? They debate whether the Florida job is still a blue blood destination in the NIL era, or if programs like Ole Miss have closed the gap. Jedd Fisch emerges as an intriguing candidate with deep Spurrier connections and Florida ties, while Jeff Brohm's elite play-calling and upset wins over top-5 teams make him a target — but would he leave his Louisville alma mater?  Bruce and Stew also discuss Eli Drinkwitz and whether James Franklin could make the jump from one fired situation to another. Plus, the guys analyze contrasting statements from Florida State AD Michael Alford and Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh about their embattled coaches, and make their picks against the spread for the week’s biggest games, including Texas A&M at LSU, Ole Miss at Oklahoma, and BYU at Iowa State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miami's undefeated season ends with Carson Beck’s four interceptions at Louisville, but the guys debate whether the ’Canes can still make the playoff at 10-2. Texas Tech loses to Arizona State, throwing the Big 12 race wide open — and raising questions about their quarterback situation. Georgia survives Ole Miss in a defensive slugfest, LSU falls at Vanderbilt (yes, Vandy is legitimately good), and the crew discusses which SEC team they trust most in a conference where nobody looks dominant. Brian Kelly and Mike Norvell’s hot seats are heating up after disappointing losses, Notre Dame's explosive offense is rolling with Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price forming an elite backfield duo, and Stew shares his in-person experience watching UNC football and getting the classic "It is what it is" from Bill Belichick in the postgame presser. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we get deeper into the buyout season, Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne joins Bruce, Stew, and Ralph to pull back the curtain on college football's economics. Byrne addresses whether schools, as Stew wrote in a recent column, are “wildly irresponsible spenders,” or facing genuine financial constraints. He also explains what it's like sitting across the table from powerful agents. In mailbag, the crew debates whether Arch Manning deserves the criticism after a rough start to his Texas career, and Bruce and Stew disagree on what makes a coach "great" versus just "good." Plus, breakout players to watch this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penn State has fired James Franklin after a shocking loss to Northwestern at home, ending his tenure after years of struggling to win big games. Despite the fractures beneath the surface that led to this moment, does it make sense to fire a coach who consistently wins 10 games? The crew breaks down the two frontrunners to replace Franklin: Curt Cignetti, who just pulled off the biggest win of the year by beating Oregon at home, and Matt Rhule, who has a close relationship with AD Pat Kraft but has his own problems against strong opponents. They debate whether Penn State should swing for the home run hire or play it safe, and which other candidates like Matt Campbell and John Sumrall could be in play. Ralph defends his controversial AP ballot that has Indiana at #5 despite their road win over Oregon, sparking a heated debate about resume versus the eye test. Plus, the guys make their picks for USC at Notre Dame, Georgia vs. Ole Miss, Alabama vs. Tennessee, and LSU at Vanderbilt, and give their upset specials for the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indiana defeated Oregon, leaving no doubt that they're legit contenders. Penn State lost again, this time to unranked Northwestern. Texas soundly defeated Oklahoma, and Arch looked strong. And, an officiating fiasco in Auburn, USC upsets Michigan, players who impressed, and shoutouts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Belichick's North Carolina experiment is spiraling at 2-3, with on-field blowouts, staff suspensions, and a roster that might not be good enough to stabilize. Ralph, Bruce, and Stew debate whether the Tar Heels are stuck with him due to the $20M guaranteed contract — and whether powerful boosters who hijacked the coaching search will ever admit they were wrong. ESPN’s Kris Budden delivered a fiery rant about Big Ten coaches blaming losses on travel, sparking a debate: Is it a legitimate factor backed by the numbers, or just an excuse from highly-paid professionals? The crew digs into cross-country travel data, home field advantage, and whether 19-year-olds should be held to the same standard as NFL veterans. Plus, the guys debate CFP expansion scenarios, including whether 13-0 Group of Five teams could steal at-large bids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys debate whether Steve Sarkisian has a big game  problem after Texas’s loss to Florida. With a 2-8 record against top 10 opponents, is the criticism fair — or is Texas still the team to beat in the SEC? They break down the Red Zone struggles, offensive line issues, and what to expect when the Longhorns face Oklahoma’s elite defense. Ralph, Bruce, and Stew make their picks for that game and the weekend’s other biggest matchups, including Oregon-Indiana, USC-Michigan, and Alabama-Missouri. And in upset picks, can North Texas pull off the stunner against USF? The guys also discuss Texas Tech's rise as a legitimate Big 12 contender and debate whether the Red Raiders might actually be the best team in Texas right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Texas and Penn State were the number 1 and 2 teams before the season. After another week of bad losses, where do they go from here? UNC loses badly to Clemson, and Miami holds off a gritty comeback from Florida State.  Plus, in shoutouts and players who impressed, the guys touch on Navy, UNLV, Old Dominion, and Pitt.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2025 QB class was supposed to be special, but Bruce’s recent story reveals major concerns about Arch Manning, Cade Klubnik, and Drew Allar. The guys break down why Manning is pressing at Texas, Klubnik's alarming regression at Clemson, and whether Allar is the next Christian Hackenberg. On the flip side, Dante Moore is blossoming at Oregon after leaving USC, and Garrett Nussmeier still has NFL believers despite LSU’s struggles. Plus, Ralph and Bruce debate Heisman contenders: Can Diego Pavia actually win it if Vanderbilt stays ranked? Is Fernando Mendoza the real deal at Indiana? And why Rueben Bain Jr.’s defensive dominance at Miami might not be enough to get to New York. Timestamps approximate: 0:00 Intro 1:00 Transfer RBs who haven’t lived up to expectations, and why transfers sometimes struggle 6:33 The Disappointing QB Class 19:25 Heisman Race: Moore, Mendoza, Pavia, Bain  32:38 Breakout Players of the Week: BYU, Michigan mentioned  39:07 Mailbag: Coaching Fit, Authenticity vs. Credentials 43:10 Mailbag: Will All College Football Show Replay Conversations Like the ACC? 45:56 Mailbag: Why has the JUCO pipeline declined? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby Petrino is back at Arkansas as interim coach, but Bruce says he’s not winning any popularity contests. Despite the baggage, Arkansas ranks second in the SEC in yards per play. Can Petrino navigate a brutal seven-game schedule, featuring five ranked opponents, to save his reputation — or even earn the permanent job? Ralph defends his AP ballot which has Penn State nine spots lower than the actual poll, sparking a heated debate with Bruce about Texas versus the Nittany Lions. Plus, the crew discusses Paul Finebaum's potential move into politics, and picks the week’s biggest matchups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penn State lost in double OT to Oregon. Drew Allar doesn't look like a 5-star recruit, and once again, James Franklin can't win the big game. Ole Miss beats LSU, and is Texas A&M the best team in the SEC?  Plus, the guys touch on Iowa State, Wake Forest, Cincinnati, San Diego State, and North Texas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Gundy's shocking Tuesday firing ends a 21-year era that transformed Oklahoma State from perpetual losers into Big 12 contenders. Ralph, Stew, and Bruce break down how Gundy single-handedly flipped the Cowboys' all-time record from sub-.500 to winning, and debate who might replace him. John Mateer's hand surgery could derail Oklahoma's Heisman frontrunner and SEC title hopes, but Bruce wonders if the playoff committee might actually give the Sooners credit for games missed without their star QB.  Plus, in mailbag, a listener apologizes to Stew for doubting his Belichick skepticism, another asks whether Wisconsin should spend Luke Fickell's $20+ million buyout on players instead of firing him, and Bruce gets asked if we should buy the hype around USC's Jayden Maiava.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oklahoma tried to hide a receiver. The refs said it was fine. So what exactly happened in Norman? The guys debate whether smart coaching or bad officiating decided Auburn-Oklahoma. Plus, Vegas doesn't trust the voters: LSU's ranked 4th, but getting points at Ole Miss. The crew picks the big games and Ralph takes four straight road teams because he's learned nothing. Bruce buys Indiana stock, Stew questions Miami's title chances, and everyone wonders if James Franklin can finally beat a good team in the White Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph joins the Sunday livestream to help break down which coaches are already on the hotseat, including Mike Gundy, Billy Napier, and Luke Fickell. Dabo Swinney’s job is seemingly safe, but Clemson is 1-3 for the first time in 17 years of Dabo — and things aren’t looking up. Plus, a non-call seals a Sooner victory over Auburn, and the guys analyze upsets in Salt Lake City, Madison, and Memphis.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The legendary Gary Danielson retires at the end of this season. He joins for a conversation reflecting on 36 years of broadcasting, the greatest players he's ever seen, and his favorite Verne Lundquist story. Then in mailbag, the guys debate whether highly-ranked teams like Penn State and LSU are fool's gold.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There were major coaching shake-ups this weekend at UCLA and Virginia Tech after embarrassing losses. Who will fill the void? Plus, Ralph's controversial decision to rank 0-2 Notre Dame at #15 on his AP ballot. Stew, Ralph, and Bruce also pick against the spread for the biggest games of the week, and select one upset each. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew get into Brian Kelly's post-game explosion following LSU's 20-10 victory over Florida. Did he have a point? Arch Manning gets booed at home, Notre Dame falls to 0-2 in a nail-biter against Texas A&M, and what's the new balance of power in the SEC? Plus, Bruce and Stew name the players who impressed them the most this weekend, and give their weekly shoutouts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys dive into the controversy surrounding USC beat writer and AP Poll voter Haley Sawyer, after she placed Florida two slots higher following their loss to USF. They spotlight weekend breakout candidates, battle over college football's best uniforms, and tackle the burning question: Is the mighty SEC finally losing its grip? Plus, they debate whether Duke's reported multi-million dollar quarterback splurge is smart investing — or pure madness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph defends his latest AP poll decisions, sparking a debate over Clemson's ranking after their home loss to LSU and whether Oregon deserves to jump Georgia and Penn State. The crew makes their picks against the spread for the weekend's big games including LSU-Florida, Miami-USF, Georgia-Tennessee, and Texas A&M at Notre Dame. They also discuss the Arch Manning shoulder speculation following Steve Sarkisian's press conference, and break down why we’re seeing all these political ads during Saturday football.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew go live to break down a bad week for the Big 12. Plus, Gundy pokes the bear—just how likely is he to keep his job this season? And how much can you really learn from destroying a cupcake opponent? They also dive into ACC title race percentages and spotlight standout performances from John Mateer and Dylan Lonergan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew quickly comments on Bill Belichick's rough start at North Carolina and the war of words between Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy and Oregon's Dan Lanning. The Athletic's Justin Williams joins the show to give context into the turbulent year Gundy’s had. Plus mailbag questions on how the hosts remain unjaded on thetransfer portal, Ralph’s special expertise on the AP poll process, and how mid-tier programs survive in the NIL era.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Belichick Era begins with a 48-14 drubbing by Sonny Dykes’ Horned Frogs. Bruce and Ralph discuss just how much the sky is already falling. Stew joins and all three argue over Ralph’s updated rankings after a huge Week 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carson Beck's Hurricanes held off a gutsy comeback attempt from CJ Carr and the Irish in yet another Week 1 Top 10 matchup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew try not to overreact to Arch Manning’s Week 1 loss to Ohio State, Florida State’s huge upset against Alabama, and LSU’s  victory over Clemson. They also give shout outs, and each picks a player who impressed this week.  Thanks to those who joined this livestream. If you want to join, we'll be back on every Sunday this season at 8:30 a.m. PT, 11:30 a.m. ET. at www.youtube.com/@UCbhfrD1COvG40Mk7vvgaHIQ  Also, for those of you who miss the old theme song — check it out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6KGdn6fXUZWwoovw7qk79I?si=8361954c45424813 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph, Stew and Bruce discuss Lee Corso's retirement from College GameDay, sharing what he’s meant to them and reflecting on his journey from somewhat successful coach to television icon. Then they dive into the controversy between Ohio State and Dave Portnoy. It’s complicated! They also each predict their breakout star of the weekend, and on mailbag: are teams actually scouting each other through reporters videoing practices? Does it make sense to have two teams from the heartland open the season overseas? And a callback to one of Ralph’s earlier appearances on an Athletic podcast.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce, Stew and Ralph break down a Kansas State-Iowa State thriller in Dublin, plus other stories emerging out of Week 0. Then, they preview the biggest Week 1 slate in recent memory. The trio analyzes the week’s three top-10 matchups, including the highly anticipated Texas-Ohio State showdown featuring Arch Manning's debut, LSU-Clemson in Death Valley, and Notre Dame at Miami. They debate whether this is the best opening weekend ever, and each host picks two favorite matchups this weekend. Plus, the guys give their shout-outs to standout Week Zero performances — including a game-winning kicker who learned his trade from YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Audible is heading into Week 0 with a new look, new sound, and new co-host: The Athletic’s Ralph Russo. Stew, Bruce and Ralph break down their College Football Playoff picks, including why Oregon might miss out — and which unranked teams could surprise. Plus, preseason takes on new starting quarterbacks, and Bruce shares some insight on Kansas QB Jalon Daniels ahead of the Jayhawks’ Week 0 matchup against Fresno State.  Read Ralph’s piece on how to boldly avoid going chalk in your postseason predictions: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6562192/2025/08/20/college-football-playoff-predictions-ap-top-25/?source=user_shared_article Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new college football season brings big changes to The Audible. Bruce and Stew welcome long-time guest Ralph Russo in as a regular host. The show is also adding an extra episode and will be on your feed three times each week. Plus, video! You can now watch every episode of The Audible on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce discuss the final NCAA sanctions against Michigan for the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal — why there was no postseason ban, the millions of dollars in fines, and what it means for Jim Harbaugh's legacy. Then, it's time for football! They preview the Week 0 matchups, starting with the biggest: Kansas State vs. Iowa State in Dublin, Ireland, a Big 12 clash between two potential conference champions. Other games include Fresno State at Kansas (Matt Entz's debut) and Frank Reich's unique one-year stint at Stanford against Hawaii. Mailbag tackles the eternal college football vs. NFL debate, whether "culture" in college football is real or just convenient mythology, and what would happen if Ohio State went rogue against their TV deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic’s Sam Khan Jr. joins Stew to break down two major projects: ranking all 136 starting quarterbacks by tiers, and the top top 100 transfer portal players. They dive into the some of the challenging placements on the quarterback list, like Arch Manning at #10, plus debate breakout candidates and the most impactful transfers. Later, Bruce calls in from Alabama practice in Tuscaloosa with insights on the Crimson Tide's new starting QB Ty Simpson, and what he's seeing from Kalen DeBoer's revamped program. CFB's Top 100 Transfers: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6523271/2025/08/07/college-football-transfer-portal-rankings/ CFB 2025 QB Tiers: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6483745/2025/07/16/college-football-quarterback-tiers-rankings/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic’s Ralph Russo spent 20 years overseeing the Associated Press Preseason Top 25. This year, he’s a first-time voter. He defends his picks from Stew and Bruce, and they all pick their favorite teams that received votes but didn’t crack the top 25. After that, former Texas Tech offensive lineman turned billionaire Cody Campbell discusses the massive investment in Red Raiders athletics and his vision for fixing college sports' structural problems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Arizona State repeat last year’s success? How will Texas Tech’s spending frenzy affect their on-field performance this year? Stew and Bruce weigh in on the whole Big 12, and discuss their expectations for Notre Dame this season. In mailbag, they hit on the future of recruiting in the Big 12, how Notre Dame could fit into a 4-4-2-2-1-1-1 playoff format, and whether South Carolina will fall of a cliff this year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce’s highly anticipated annual Freaks List is out. He gives some insight into what separates a “freak” from just a standout player, and highlights some of the most jaw-dropping athletes on this year’s list. Later in the show, Stew and Bruce react to the first preseason Coaches Poll: who’s getting too much love, what highly ranked team could have been ranked even higher, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After touching on Deion Sanders’ big health news, Stew and Bruce continue their series of “Buy, Sell, or Hold” — this time for the ACC. And in mailbag, they decide which CFB program they’d invest in, argue about where expectations should be Penn State this year, and share personal Beano Cook stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew are in Las Vegas this week for Big Ten Media Days, where they heard Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti’s pitch for a 16-team playoff, play-in games, and more. They give their take on all that, and give each Big Ten team a “Buy,” “Hold,” or “Sell” rating heading into the season.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s all SEC today. Is Nick Saban coming back? Is LSU making a mistake by putting a high visibility bullseye on their Week 1 matchup with Clemson? Bruce and Stew play a game of “Buy, Sell, or Hold” on every SEC program for the upcoming season. Plus, in mailbag, the future of bowl games.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce joins Stew from Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, TX to break down Big 12 headlines — including Texas Tech's allege $5.1 million deal for 5-star OT Felix Ojo. Plus, Joe Castiglione retires as Oklahoma's longtime AD, a Hugh Freeze (non) controversy, and mailbag questions on Michigan's recruiting surge and the Ivy League playoff participation.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” the guys take an early look at Week 1 of the 2025 college football season. Which teams have the most to prove? Who’s being overhyped? Plus, they answer your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew is joined by his colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo, to dive into the latest College Football Playoff expansion news. Will a new format be decided anytime soon? Plus, Wisconsin is suing Miami over alleged tampering in the transfer of a player. Legal expert Michael McCann joins the show to break down the lawsuit and what it could mean for the future of the transfer portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew is back in the U.S., and the guys are diving into the early Heisman odds. Which players are poised to impress, and which ones might be a bit overrated? Plus, they answer your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce is joined by his colleagues at The Athletic, Ralph Russo and Justin Williams, to discuss the recent NCAA House settlement. The guys dive into what the landmark decision means for the future of college football, how it could reshape the financial landscape of college athletics, and what questions remain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce is joined by ESPN writer Seth Wickersham. Bruce and Seth break down his career as a sports writer and look into his new book “American Kings: A Biography of The Quarterback.” And they discuss two of the highest profile stories in college football right now: The Mannings and Bill Belichick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague Ralph Russo, who’s in Destin, Florida, at the SEC Meetings. The guys dive into the biggest news from the meeting and what it means for the future of college football. Plus, they answer your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re taking a trip down memory lane on this episode of “The Audible,” as Bruce and Stew go through their top 25 rankings of the 2000s. Plus, your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are looking ahead to season win totals. Which teams will go over their projections? and which are destined to fall below them? Plus, they take your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo. The guys go through the biggest headlines in college football and discuss which coaches could be in the hot seat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Audible," Bruce and Stew break down the biggest stories from the NFL draft, including Shedeur Sanders plummeting. What is going on with Bill Belichick? And then the guys are joined by Sam Khan Jr. of The Athletic to dive into all the transfer portal news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava is headed to UCLA. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down all the news surrounding the transfer portal. Then, the guys are joined by Syracuse head coach Fran Brown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava made headlines this week as he entered the transfer portal. The Athletic’s David Ubben joins Stew to break down all the news out of Knoxville. Then, the guys are joined by NFL Draft specialist, Todd McShay, to discuss his career and this year’s draft class. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The University of Florida Gators took home the men’s college basketball national championship earlier this week. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew dive into what this means for Florida Athletics, including their football program. Plus, Stew gives all the details on the landmark House v. NCAA Settlement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stanford is in the news again. GM Andrew Luck hired his former NFL coach, Frank Reich. Bruce and Stew have all the details on this episode “The Audible.” Bruce also sits down with Notre Dame Football alum and media personality, Mike Golic Jr, Please take our listener survey: https://theaudible.typeform.com/11111 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stanford GM Andrew Luck fired head coach Troy Taylor yesterday. Stew and Bruce have all the story details in this episode of “The Audible.” Then, the guys are joined by long-time college football reporter, Dennis Dodd.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite a dud of a 2024-25 season, USC has the number-one ranked recruiting class in the country. What does this mean for head coach Lincoln Riley? Bruce and Stew get into all the details with Antonio Morales of The Athletic. Plus, more mailbag questions! Reminder: send your mailbag questions to [email protected] for a chance to win a Trader Joes gift card! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew have published their top 25 coach rankings. On this week’s episode, Ralph Russo joins them to break it all down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce gives Stew the details of what went down at this year’s NFL Combine. The guys dive into more realignment news and take your mailbag questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode of “The Audible,” is a 3-parter! First, Bruce sits down with new West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez. Then Stew talks with Seth Davis about the future of college athletics and March Madness. And thirdly.. mailbag!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo. Ralph is in New Orleans at the Big Ten/SEC Meeting. The guys also break down Stew’s head coaching grades. Plus, Mail bag!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Super Bowl came and went and now all eyes are on the NFL Draft. Bruce and Stew break down the 2025 NFL Draft rankings. Plus, some portal news and mailbag!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly joins Bruce and Stew on this episode of “The Audible.” The guys relive the Ohio State Championship win over Notre Dame this year and look ahead to Coach Kelly’s future with the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, your mailbag questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three of the four schools that were in the College Football Playoff semi-finals have lost their defensive coordinators. Bruce and Stew kick off their first offseason episode and dive into all the coaching changes across college football. Plus, an early look at which conferences to look out for next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Buckeyes held off Notre Dame to win the College Football Playoff and secured the Big Ten’s second straight title. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the big game from Atlanta.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Notre Dame pull off an upset against Ohio State? Bruce and Stew come to you from Atlanta to preview the 2025 College Football National championship game. Plus, some breaking transfer portal tampering news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Notre Dame-Ohio State national championship game around the corner, Stew and Bruce discuss how the portal and NIL helped loosen the SEC's dominance over college football. They also get into why the Irish can beat the Buckeyes, and Penn State's star players all coming back in 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The National Championship matchup is set. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the semifinal round of the College Football Playoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re down to The College Football Playoff semifinals. Bruce and Stew are joined by Notre Dame beat writer for The Athletic, Pete Sampson, to discuss the highly anticipated Notre Dame vs. Penn State matchup. Then Bruce and Stew break down Texas vs. Ohio State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an underwhelming first round of the College Football Playoff, the quarterfinal round delivered with some unforgettable games. Now the stage is set for the semifinal. Bruce and Stew break down all the action on this episode of “The Audible.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce return from a holiday break to catch up on Bowl Season. They discuss Miami star Cam Ward's decision to sit out the second half of the Pop-Tarts Bowl, the end of the Travis Hunter/Shedeur Sanders era at Colorado and more. And they look ahead to the quarterfinal matchup at the Fiesta, Rose, Sugar and Peach bowls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Notre Dame, Penn State, Texas and Ohio State all won lopsided first-round Playoff games. Does that mean the committee made bad selections with the last at-large berths? Should more Playoff games be at campus stadiums? Did Kirk Herbstreit go too far in his defense of Ryan Day? Is Notre Dame good enough to win the national championship? Bruce and Stew give their takes on this episode of “The Audible.”  10:55 19:34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re just days away from the first round of the 12-team College Football Playoff. Ralph Russo joins Bruce and Stew to preview this weekend’s highly anticipated matchups on this episode of “The Audible.” Plus, retired CFB and NFL superstar, Mike Vick, is making coaching news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Belichick will officially be coaching UNC next year. Can one of the greatest NFL coaches of all time translate in college? Penn State’s backup QB, Beau Pribula, has entered the transfer portal and will miss the team’s CFP appearance. Bruce and Stew break down all the latest college football news on this episode “The Audible.”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could Bill Belichick be coaching UNC next year? Is Travis Hunter a shoo-in for the Heisman? And what is the latest news with players entering the transfer portal? With a week off of CFP drama, Bruce and Stew dive into all the other news around college football on this episode of “The Audible.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final bracket for the first round of the 12-team College Football Playoff is set. Bruce and Stew react to the seeding on this episode of “The Audible.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The College Football Playoff Rankings are out, and some fans have been left stunned after 10-2 Miami landed at No. 12, one spot behind 9-3 Alabama. Miami head coach Mario Cristobal joins Bruce and Stew on this episode of “The Audible,” to discuss his displeasure with the committee’s ranking. Later on, The Athletic’s Ralph Russo joins the guys to discuss the rest of the rankings as well as some developing news about USC coach Lincoln Riley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michigan humiliated No. 2 Ohio State, leading to a massive brawl after the game. Bruce was on the ground in Columbus and gives us all the details of the brutal day for OSU coach Ryan Day. Texas beat Texas A&M in the teams’ first matchup in 13 years, Syracuse upset Miami and conference championship matchups are set. Bruce and Stew break down all the mayhem on this episode of “The Audible.”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and Bruce and Stew are breaking it all down on this episode of “The Audible.” UNC parted ways with Hall of Fame coach Mack Brown. What does this mean going forward? Plus, a look ahead to Saturday’s rivalry slate as the race to the Playoff continues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The College Football Playoff drama continues after three SEC teams lost to unranked opponents. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down losses from Ole Miss, Alabama and Texas A&M. Ohio State dismantled Indiana. And there’s chaos in the BIG 12 as Colorado and BYU lose, and ASU comes out on top.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are making sense of the latest CFP rankings and how the playoff picture is going to shake out. FAU is getting national attention for its coaching carousel drama. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions.  You can send your questions to [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a Georgia win over Tennesee, the Bulldogs are expected to soar back into the top 10. LSU continues to fall, Oregon barely squeaks by Wisconsin, BYU falls to Kansas, and with three weeks left of the season, all eyes are on…Arizona State? On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the week’s biggest moments in college football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second College Football Playoff rankings are in and many fans are unhappy. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew try to make sense of the current rankings and how the next few weeks may play out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is LSU’s head coach Brian Kelly in hot water after being dismantled by Alabama? Ole Miss is soaring into the top 10 after defeating No. 2 Georgia, and how on earth did Georgia Tech torch Miami’s defense? Bruce and Stew Break it all down on this episode of “The Audible.”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The CFP selection committee issued their first rankings of the season. Stew and Bruce weigh in on whether BYU should be higher, Penn State should be lower and more on "The Audible." They also look ahead to the big Georgia-Ole Miss game and discuss Mike Gundy's comments labeling the program's critics as "failures" who "can't pay their bills." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The No. 4 Buckeyes went into Happy Valley and secured a victory against No. 3 Penn State. What does this result mean for head coach James Franklin? Meanwhile, South Carolina pulled off an unsurprising upset over Texas A&M, and Florida fought hard against Georgia with a walk-on quarterback. On this episode of “The Audible,” Stew and Bruce recap all the highlights from the week’s biggest matchups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there a sign-stealing issue going on in college football or is it just a tech problem? Bruce and Stew dive into the developing story on this episode of “The Audible.” Plus, some important Big Ten matchups, Playoff news and more college football headlines you don’t want to miss before Week 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are there question marks surrounding Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers after the Longhorns barely beat unranked Vanderbilt? LSU fell to Texas A&M, and Notre Dame destroyed an undefeated Navy Team. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the biggest news from this week’s college football matchups.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on “The Audible,” Stew and Bruce are joined by Paul Finebaum, the voice of the SEC Network. The guys dive into all the latest news surrounding the SEC, including the officiating issues with Texas, Kalen DeBoer’s two losses with Alabama, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was another big week of college football. No. 1 Texas fell to Georgia, Tennessee took down Alabama and more! Stew and Bruce recap all the action on this episode of “The Audible.”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a big week of matchups in the SEC, including Alabama at Tennessee and top 5 Georgia at Texas. The Bulldogs are underdogs for the first time in over three years, and with coach Kirby Smart at the center of some drama, can this team find a way to right the ship in Austin? Bruce and Stew break it all down on this episode of “The Audible.”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s big-time college football matchups brought drama and chaos. Three top games went into overtime, and the upsets kept coming. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down all the action from Week 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week's seemingly uneventful college football slate surprised us with major upsets and chaos. Can this week’s big matchups live up to last week? Bruce and Stew break it all down on this episode of “The Audible,” with their new colleague Ralph Russo. Plus, Ralph dives into a piece he wrote on Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia, and more super league news?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What seemed like a lackluster college football slate turned out to be chaos this week. Vanderbilt stunned Alabama for the program’s first-ever win against a No. 1 team, and the madness doesn’t stop there. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew recap all the unforeseen twists from this week’s college football match ups.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Athletic, Ralph Russo! Bruce and Stew are joined by The Athletic’s newest addition Ralph Russo, formerly at the AP. The guys make their picks for this year’s Heisman Trophy winner and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite blowing a 28-0 lead, Alabama held on to get the win over Georgia. Ole Miss got shut down by Kentucky, and UMiami remains undefeated. On this episode of “The Audible”, Stew and Bruce are recapping this week’s biggest matchups in college football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a 3-0 start, UNLV QB Matt Sluka suddenly opted to redshirt due to alleged unfulfilled NIL promises. Bruce and Stew break down all the chaos in this episode of “The Audible.” Plus, the Pac-12 is still making expansion news. And ESPN’s Holly Rowe previews this week’s Alabama-Georgia showdown and talks about her hectic schedule and inspirational cancer fight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down all of Saturday's college football action, including Michigan's dramatic win over USC. Colorado stuns Baylor in a dramatic overtime finish. James Madison scores 50 points in the first half against UNC. Plus, this week’s “Players who impressed us the most” segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Audible”, Stewart and Bruce dive into The University of Tennessee’s plan to add a surcharge to tickets in order to pay their players. The guys also explain the ongoing ACC realignment drama. Then, they answer your mailbag questions. Submit your questions to [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Georgia hit the panic button after almost losing to Kentucky? On this Sunday’s episode of “The Audible” Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman are breaking down the biggest headlines in College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State are leaving the Mountain West Conference to join Washington State and Oregon State in the PAC-12. On this week’s episode of “The Audible” Stewart and Bruce are joined by John Canzano to dive into all the PAC-12 news. Plus, the guys make some picks for this week’s matchups & more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew breakdown Northern Illinois’ upset over Notre Dame and what it means for the Fighting Irish going forward. Is Texas the real deal? The guys dive into the huge Texas Longhorns' win over Michigan. Plus, the player who impressed us the most and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce discuss the factors behind the Seminoles’ woeful 0-2 start, including a woeful D-line that Bruce reports is making a combined $2 million. Then they make their picks for Texas-Michigan and other big Week 2 games and answer listener emails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce recap week 1 in a Labor Day edition of The Audible. Stew was in Las Vegas for #23 USC's upset win over #13 LSU. The Trojans defense looks to have taken a step forward entering Lincoln Riley's third season in Los Angeles. How does the result impact both team's playoff hopes? Elsewhere, while Florida State and Clemson have slipped up in the ACC, Cam Ward and Miami dominated Florida to open the season. Texas A&M joined the Tigers and Gators with an opening loss, falling to Notre Dame. The guys also unveil a new segment. Each week they'll each pick out the player who impressed them the most. Hosts: Stewart Mandel, Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce give their picks for Notre Dame-Texas A&M, USC-LSU and the other big Week 1 games, plus upsets to watch. They also discuss reports this week that the Big 12 may soon vote on whether to invite UConn as its next member. Plus, they answer listener emails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew are joined by Micah Brown, director of Sign Stealer, the new Netflix documentary about Connor Stalions, the coach inside the Michigan cheating scandal. How did the movie come about? How does he feel about Connor after the film making process? The guys also react to Florida State's loss to Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland. What does the loss mean for the Seminoles ACC and National Championship hopes. Hosts: Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce discuss Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz, who has been suspended for a game along with his wide receivers coach for a recruiting violation back in 2022. The guys present their predictions for the 12 team playoff field, the challenging college football schedule and Bruce's opinion on Alabama's defensive lineman LT Overton. Hosts: Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce get to talk about actual college football games! All eyes will be on the ACC as Florida State and Georgia Tech kick off the season by meeting in Ireland to highlight the Week 0 slate. The guys also get into some former 5-star recruits who haven't lived up to the hype so far in their careers. We also open up the mailbag and answer your questions. Hosts: Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce talk to ESPN’s Ryan McGee about working together back in the day, Ryan’s transition from covering motorsports to college football, the most rewarding part of writing The Bottom 10, Georgia’s awful schedule, SEC outlook, and more. Hosts: Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman Guest: Ryan McGee Producer: Chris Flannery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The AP poll is out and it leads Stew and Bruce into a National Championship discussion. How many teams entering the 2024 season have a realistic shot at winning the title. The FCS coaches poll is also out and the guys check in on that. Then they get into Deion Sanders' latest confrontational media session. Finally, the show gets into Iowa's offense and how much it could improve over last year's historically bad unit. Hosts: Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024 is an important season for Notre Dame and no one is more locked in on the program than The Athletic's Pete Sampson. The guys discuss Lincoln Riley's recent comments about the USC-Notre Dame rivalry, what the annual expectations should be for the Irish with the expanded playoff and more. In the mailbag, the guys discuss why Florida State is still considered the ACC favorite despite a lot of departures. Who will have a bigger impact on their teams this year, the Iowa offense or USC defense? Hosts: Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman Guest: Pete Sampson Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce open the show by dissecting the preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll which came out this week. Who's getting too much respect and who's not getting enough. Bruce's Freaks List is celebrating its 20th anniversary and the guys highlight some of the most impressive athletes. They also break down the latest news out of Ann Arbor with head coach Sherrone Moore facing a Level II violation in the draft of Stallions case allegations. Check out the full Freaks List at theathletic.com Hosts: Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew is off this week, so Bruce is joined by Big Ten Network's Yogi Roth. Yogi talks about his own path to Division I football as a player and now broadcaster. Then the guys dig into West Coast quarterbacks and the old Pac 12 teams join their new conferences. Check out Yogi's new podcast, Y-Option: https://open.spotify.com/show/7a6X9ws4UvHcGDq8nbsZmP?si=d7eec0848036438a Host: Bruce Feldman Producer: Tim McMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ACC and Big 12 are both claiming to be college football's third best conference. Stew and Bruce break down the comparison to pick a winner. They also check in on Big Ten media days where both new UCLA head coach DeShaun Foster and USC head coach Lincoln Riley make headlines in their first trip to the event in Indianapolis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce remember back to their video game playing days with the release of College Football 25. Then it's on to SEC Media Days where Nick Saban stole the show. The guys also discuss the idea of NIL collectives holding back payments from players who get into trouble off the field and everything else happening in Dallas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce are in Las Vegas for Big 12 media days! They sit down with commissioner Brett Yormark to talk about the upcoming season, private equity, naming rights and much more. Plus, Stew and Bruce share their expectations for the conference this year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which college football teams were helped and hurt the most by conference realignment? Stew and Bruce reassess the moves and discuss the winners and losers. Then, they close out the show answering your mailbag questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce begin the show by talking about Bruce’s CFP 12-team projection. Then, they share their thoughts on EA Sports’ toughest place to play rankings and Bruce talks about his time at the Elite 11 showcase.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce are in New York for The Athletic’s college sports summit and there is plenty to discuss as they plan for the fall. They look ahead to the 12-team playoff and how people will consume college football this season. They also discuss the Big 12’s potential private equity investment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce sit down with coaching guru Dan Casey to talk X's and O's at all levels of the game. Then, they answer your weekly mailbag questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce start the show by breaking down the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Then, they dive into Stew’s preseason Top 25 and Bruce shares his thoughts on the rankings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Power Five win totals intrigue Stew and Bruce the most this season? They share their predictions. Then, they talk about Dabo, Air Force and more in today’s mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce welcome back old friend Andy Staples from On3 to discuss Jaden Rashada’s lawsuit against Florida head coach Bill Napier. Then, they dive into the latest news with the House v. NCAA case. The close out the show by talking about the schedules and the games they are looking forward to this fall.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce talk about the marquee matchups for Week 0 and Week 1 announced on the major networks this week. Then, they discuss UCLA’s “Calimony” and they answer questions on Penn State, Clemson and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew discuss Brian Kelly and Spencer Danielson’s latest NIL comments. Then, there are plenty of questions to get to in the mailbag. They talk about everything from NFL Draft records to Rutgers naming a starting QB. Finally, they remember the life of Howie Schwab.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been one year since Deion Sanders’ arrival at Colorado and the record-setting exodus of players. So where did they all go? The Athletic’s Max Olson sits down with Bruce to talk about his story and the reaction across the college football landscape. Then, they dive into the top 20 players in the transfer portal.   Read Max’s story here: https://theathletic.com/5449961/2024/04/29/deion-sanders-colorado-transfer-portal-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce and Stew are joined by Manny Navarro to preview Miami, Florida and Florida State. Can Cam Ward help the Canes to a CFP appearance? How will the Seminoles fare after missing out on the playoff in 2023? Is Graham Mertz the answer for the Gators? Plus, reaction to Reggie Bush being awarded his Heisman Trophy back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce are joined by Max Olson to talk about the spring transfer portal window. Who are the top players in the portal? How has this portal window changed college football? Plus, is Texas going to be a national title contender in the SEC? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew is back! And he talks about visiting with Kirby Smart, Ryan Day and Kalen DeBoer. What was it like watching their spring practices. Plus, Bruce talks about what he's heard from college coaches on the biggest NFL Draft prospects. And, plenty of mailbag! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce is joined by Notre Dame legend and FOX College Football analyst Brady Quinn to discuss the potential of a college football super legaue? How would it happen? Who would it benefit? And, is college football actually "broken"? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew and Bruce are joined by Jon Wilner to talk about the future of the Pac-12. What will Oregon State and Washington State do with all that money? Will Stanford and Cal come back? What are the challenges of football on the west coast? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stew is joined by Rodger Sherman to talk about Clemson's complaint against the ACC, Rodger's college football trip across the country and March Madness picks! Rodger Sherman: https://www.youtube.com/@roadrodge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.