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Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to NC State's shocking win over Duke to put the program in their first Final Four since 1983. The trio can't get enough of the overnight sensation that is DJ Burns, who has helped fuel the Wolfpack on their magical run. Forde highlights how NC State and Purdue have long had to live in the shadow of other dominant programs in their states and how both finally get to live in the limelight. Wetzel shares a story of Matt Painter and how close he was to playing, and potentially coaching, at Indiana under Bob Knight. Forde agrees there is an alternate reality where Matt Painter is doing what he's done for Indiana and not Purdue. The trio after the break looks at the historic dominance of UCONN and if anyone can stop them from repeating as champs. Wetzel shares how the transfer portal built Alabama's fast paced, high octane team. Forde believes the Crimson Tide have to score 100 in order to pull off the massive upset to beat UCONN. The guys end the show talking about all the absurdities taking place in the Women's tourney and how excited they are to watch Iowa-LSU on Monday night. The trio end the show by 'Saying Something Nice' about March Madness. 2:00 - How NC State got to the Final Four and what makes them special 12:30 - How Purdue got to the Final Four and what makes them special 30:35 - How UCONN got to the Final Four and what makes them special 39:10 - How Alabama got to the Final Four and what makes them special 45:45 - The Women's Tourney is off the rails, LSU-Iowa is set to be a classic 59:40 - Say Something Nice segment: March Madness edition See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to March Madness TV ratings and why this year's tournament has exceeded most people's expectation. Forde believes the combination of early upsets coupled with big time programs and storylines moving on to the second weekend will only help the tournament's interest. Dellenger points out that a record number of Americans will bet on the tournament this year. The trio then discusses the ramifications of sports betting becoming a prominent part of March Madness and college sports in general. The crew then reacts to the news that John Calipari will be staying on as head coach in Kentucky. Wetzel believes the program can't move on from Calipari unless they have an immediate plan to replace him. Forde provides an update on Louisville basketball head coaching search, which has become down right nauseating. After the break, the trio provides their updated Final Four predictions. Wetzel has a hard time staying focused for his picks, given he doesn't want to give them, and ends up sharing thoughts on a Harvard basketball player that has entered the transfer portal and goes on a tangent about what makes college hockey so great. The trio ends the pod with Dellenger sharing a story on a potential new rule that could expand college football coaching staffs and change the way power house programs could recruit in the future. Wetzel ends the pod with a wild 'People's Court' and Dellenger shares a heartbreaking story about a wild duck he raised as a kid. 1:35 - March Madness TV ratings are up... is it because of sports gambling? 20:25 - John Calipari stays put at Kentucky, Louisville really going after Pitino's son? 30:45 - The guys update their Final Four picks... Dan sort of does (while also talking about College Hockey) 48:55 - Could these new rules lead to an explosion of more College Football coaches and recruiters? Ross explains 56:40 - People's Court: Juggling Duck Man gets banned for life from Buc-ee's See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the instant classic and finish between Houston and Texas A&M in the second round of March Madness. All three share their biggest takeaways from the first weekend of the tournament including Purdue's dominance so far and Kentucky's collapse against Oakland. The trio then discusses why the tournament is perfect as it is and does not need any further expansion. Dellenger reiterates the desire the power four conferences have to do so anyways. Dellenger explains how conference realignment and expansion are the crux for these conferences wanting more access into the tournament. Wetzel shares an idea from college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla https://twitter.com/franfraschilla/status/1771631360337137962on how expanding the tournament could work and still be fair to mid-majors. After the break, Wetzel shares his amusement and deep dive on Grand Canyon University. Wetzel can't determine if he wants to buy literal stock in Grand Canyon University or if the whole thing is a farce, including the fans that went to the actual games this weekend. The three then deliberate on the future of John Calipari at Kentucky after yet another embarrassing performance in March Madness. Forde explains why firing Calipari, who signed a life-time contract, is easier said than done. The trio also react to FAU's former head coach Dusty May taking the Michigan job. Forde explains how May's decision to go to Ann Arbor has Louisville almost starting from square one again to find their new head basketball coach. The trio ends the pod with a 'Say Something Nice' segment and a people's court on a dad who might win 'Father of the Year' in 2024. 1:30 - First weekend of March Madness takeaways: Houston survives classic, Oakland captures nation, chalky bracket 17:00 - Don't fix, tweak, expand March Madness... it's not broken, it's perfect 32:05 - Dan is enthralled with Grand Canyon University's stock and fans 40:55 - Coaching news: What does Kentucky do with Calipari? Michigan lands May 51:24 - 'Say Something Nice' segment: March Madness edition 59:00 - People's Court: Father of the year or not? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the latest Clemson lawsuit https://sports.yahoo.com/what-does-clemsons-lawsuit-against-the-acc-mean-here-are-4-key-questions-on-move-that-could-have-massive-implications-211611971.htmlthat is yet another sign of a potential implosion of the ACC. Wetzel is bothered by the timing of the lawsuit when he just wants to enjoy March Madness. Forde then goes on an epic rant about how every school is in it for themselves and everyone looks to pass the blame for the state of college sports, when in fact, everyone is to blame. The three then discuss, and also can't believe, the transfer portal in college basketball is going on while March Madness is being played. Wetzel and Forde breakdown Alabama football getting one of their top prospects back from Iowa who never even played a down for the Hawkeyes. Wetzel and Forde then debate which coaches in March Madness need a good run in the tournament the most. They also debate if watching at a bar or hosting a house party is better for March Madness. To end the show the three attempt to give their Final Four picks. Wetzel only picks three teams. He then shares a story about a man in Montana getting arrested for making hybrid animals in People's Court. 4:20 - Clemson's lawsuit another sign the ACC could implode? 24:45 - Why the hell is the transfer portal open during March Madness? 28:55 - Alabama gets big prospect back from Iowa 30:53 - Which Blue Blood is on upset alert in the first weekend? 34:55 - Coaches that REALLY need a good March Madness run 46:30 - Would you rather watch March Madness at a Bar or host a house party? 49:45 - The guys make their final four picks (Well Dan sort of does) 59:00 - People's Court: Montana man is making hybrid animals See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to Selection Sunday and the bracket of 68. The trio shares what they think the committee got right, got wrong and what matchups we can't wait to watch in the early and potentially late rounds. Afterwards, they talk about SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's recent comments about the NCAA Tournament and possible expansion beyond the current men's field of 68. Even though the guys hate the idea of expansion, there is a sense of inevitability to it. The question going forward in whatever new format is adopted: how many seeds will be at-large bids, and how many will be automatic qualifiers? Later, they talk about why mid-major conference championships matter and give some way-too-early tournament predictions, including why James Madison should be taken seriously and why Alabama, Clemson & Kansas have reason to worry. Closing out the show, Ross provides an update on the College Football Playoff revenue sharing deal before the whole gang plays a round of 1:45 - The guys share their initial reactions to Selection Sunday and the bracket 12:20 - March Madness expansion? Why we don't want it but it's likely inevitable 30:15 - Dan's shoe theory on why college basketball has flipped on a dime 48:30 - March Madness predictions: We can all agree it will be nuts 54:05 - Ross has an important revenue and format update on CFP 1:00:25 - Say Something Nice: The guys share what they're most excited about this March Madness See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the latest comments from Nick Saban on NIL and the future of college sports. Dellenger described what the scene was like at the congressional roundtable discussion that Saban was at and how people reacted to his headline worthy comments. Wetzel and Forde discuss how much the changing landscape of college football actually contributed to Nick Saban's retirement and why what he says on any issue regrading the future of college sports carries so much weight. The trio then discuss what any political action could take place in the near future and if the universities themselves could do more to figure out a working solution for revenue distribution with college athletes. After the break, Dellenger shares an update on the CFP and why a 5+9 format without any automatic byes is the current favorite and could be officially very soon. He also made it clear any format accepted could still be changed in the future by the SEC and Big Ten. The trio then discuss the college basketball head coach that every major program with a vacancy will be keeping an eye on this March: FAU's Dusty May. The three debate what would be a better landing spot: Louisville or Ohio State. Forde also suggests May may be comfortable and stay at FAU despite big time offers. The three end the pod detailing and dissecting the fantastic food options at the Big 12 tournament: 1:30 - Reacting to Nick Saban's latest comments on NIL 25:00 - Would schools cut non-basketball+football sports if Athletes become employees? 36:44 - CFP format update: Ross says 5+9 is looking like the favorite 41:38 - March Madness hottest coaching candidate: FAU's Dusty May 51:00 - Would you eat it? Big 12 tournament has quite the spread See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the kerfuffle between LSU and South Carolina's Women's basketball teams in the SEC tournament over the weekend. Dellenger believes the rivalry could be the best in the sport since Tennessee-UCONN back in the day. Wetzel pleads to the committee for these two teams to be on the same side of the bracket to meet up deep in the tournament. The three then discuss the latest proposed CFP revenue split model that draws a clear line between the top two conferences and the rest of the sport. Wetzel and Forde discuss if the SEC and Big Ten commissioners are ready for the legacy of potentially blowing up college sports as we know it. Dellenger breaks down how this new CFP revenue split could further destabilize the ACC. After the break, the three discuss two gambling related stories in college sports and if either have any merit to them. Wetzel then re-introduces the 'Say Something Nice' segment for March Madness. All three share what they are looking forward to most this time of year. Forde also makes a plea for Indiana State to be an at-large bid in the Men's Tourney. The trio end the show with a few wild stories from the 'People's Court'. 1:20 - Dan LOVES the LSU-USC 'kerfuffle' 10:00 - Women's March Madness has way more juice than the Men's this year 13:45 - CFP Revenue Split update: SEC and Big Ten continue to play bully ball 23:30 - Are Big Ten and SEC ready for their legacy of blowing up college sports? 35:45 - Fact or fiction? Former Vandy QB says Italian Mafia offered him 300K to blow games 41:50 - Why you can't bet on Temple Basketball games right now 47:35 - Pat's plea to get Indiana State and Robbia Avila into March Madness 52:20 - 'Say Something Nice' is back for March Madness 59:00 - People's Court: Would you eat at hybrid Ihop-Applebees? And what is that alleged criminal's name?! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by reacting to the news that the Dartmouth Men's Basketball team is unionizing and yet another sign of college athletes eventually becoming employees of the school. It was teased in a pod last week and a full discussion on this topic has finally come: The trio weigh the pros and cons of a theoretical college football draft. Dellenger points out that the idea isn't as far fetched as it first sounds, hinting that it's come up in closed board meetings before. Wetzel proposes a high school combine and individual conference drafts. The three agree it's far off from ever happening but the current state of recruiting isn't sustainable for anyone. The three also react to the news that college football will FINALLY have helmet comms, tablets on the sidelines and a two-minute warning. While Wetzel is excited for the needed updates, Dellenger points out this could turn more traditional fans off as college football resembles the NFL even more. The three end the show discussing if they'd watch a Nick Saban-Bill Belichick type 'Manningcast' and share a story about a Kentucky school evacuation from fart smells: 1:28 - Ripple effect of Dartmouth Men's Basketball team unionizing. 9:40 - What if College Football got rid of recruiting? 17:40 - Dan proposes a High School Combine and College Football draft 34:10- Why employment brings it's own challenges for student athletes 40:55 - Pat shares bitter recruiting story with his daughter 42:15 - 'Connor Stallions Memorial Law' - Comms coming to helmets, tablets to sidelines, 2-minute warning added 53:35 - Saban-Belichick football-cast? Would you watch? 59:15 - People's Court: Wild Kentucky teen gets school evacuated with fart smells See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast by dissecting, debating and destroying all aspects of the latest 14-team CFP proposal. Wetzel makes fun of the 3-3-2-2-1 pitch and why the automatic byes for the Big Ten and SEC are the antithesis of American sports. Forde says it's bully ball and manipulation from the top two conferences. Dellenger says the conversations and proposal are here to stay. Wetzel ponders if the two automatic bids for the ACC and Big 12 is actually a win for both of those conferences. The trio debates if the proposal could even be a stabilizer for the conference and be an incentive for Florida State to stay long term. The trio then recap the biggest headlines from the NFL Scouting Combine and why two well-known internet conspiracies became talkers in Indy. Wetzel also shares a story about UNLV's head football coach riding a bull to inspire his team and recruits and wonders if other college coaches will resort to riding wild animals. The three end the pod with a 'People's Court' involving a 45,000 year old worm having babies in Russia and a Big Mac record that makes Ross nauseous. 1:00 - 3-3-2-2-1 and 0 patience from Dan on new 14 team-CFP format pitch 3:00 - The good, bad and ugly of the 14-team playoff proposal 29:15 - Would new 14-team CFP actually stabilize ACC? 40:45 - Scouting Combine recap: Its the Olympics for bros and conspiracy central 52:10 - People's court: 45,000 year old worm has babies + Big Mac Man breaks his own record See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast discussing the current relevance of the NFL Scouting Combine. Well Dan and Pat do, Ross just disappears at the start of the show. Once Ross returns, the trio debates which QB in this draft process will become the 'lightning rod' prospect of 2024. Wetzel, Dellenger and Forde breakdown each of the top QBs college careers and what skills will translate in the NFL. The three then discuss the future of the Army-Navy game in an expanded CFP world. With a larger playoff starting earlier in December, and potential for even more expansion, 'America's Game' in the future may no longer have their standalone Saturday slot the second weekend of December. Wetzel then shares a bizarre bathroom story from the start of the college baseball season that will have you in the dumps. Wetzel also sounds off on his alma mater's (UMASS) decision to join the MAC. Dan and Pat end the show reacting to a women's college lacrosse referee story that is a real stinker. 1:20 - Ross just leaves as the pod starts 1:45 - How watchable is the Scouting Combine really? 5:50 - Is Caleb Williams pro-ready? Too pampered? Too over scrutinized 11:30 - JJ McCarthy: Lightning rod of the 2024 NFL Draft 20:50 - Jayden Daniels: Frame and style of play a concern? 24:50 - Michael Penix Jr: Game against Michigan a red flag? 28:10 - Bo NIx: Is Oregon version a college mirage? 34:40 - Future of Army-Navy with expanded CFP 43:25 - College Baseball season is stuck in the dumps 46:10 - UMASS joins MAC.... Dan has thoughts on his alma mater's decision 58:50 - People's Court: Ref poops during Lax game See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast reacting to the latest court ruling in Tennessee that essentially seals the fate for the NCAA and it's inability to put guardrails on NIL. The trio believes there may be no more legal levers to pull for the NCAA to regulate NIL in college sports. Wetzel tries to find a legitimate issue with NIL other than school officials and coaches complaining about it. The trio then debate how out of touch the NCAA is with reality and why there could be potential for the top four football conferences to eventually break away from the organization. Wetzel also makes the case why the NCAA needs a central PR message to show that college sports, is in fact, not falling apart. After the break, Wetzel and the guys applaud the latest comments from NCAA president Charlie Baker on the transfer portal. The crew also brings up Arizona State head football coach Kenny Dillingham's latest comments on why coaching college football is a dream job, not a dystopia, and why more people need to recognize that. The trio then debates potential punishments for court storming and if you can actually stop them. Dellenger also provides an update from an NCAA's infraction committee. The crew ends the show by reacting to the latest controversy around the world's oldest dog and the legitimacy of world records. 1:15 - NIL beats NCAA... maybe for good? 14:45 - NCAA's future and continued disconnect with reality 29:45 - Dan defends Charlie Baker's stance on transfer portal 40:00 - Court stormings: Can they be fixed? Regulated? Actually punished? 51:30 - Ross provides updates on NCAA's future potential punishment structures 1:02:40 - People's Court: Vigil held for Hooters + 31-year old Dog stripped of world record Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast analyzing the new approved format for the College Football Playoff, which will have five automatic qualifiers and seven at-large bids. There is already much discomfort from the SEC & Big Ten about the amount of automatic qualifiers, but we finally have an expanded 12-team playoff. The cast breaks down who wins in this scenario & why the top two conferences are already grasping to get more power. Where does that leave Notre Dame though? The private, conference-less university has been in the middle of the spotlight when discussing the new CFP format. In this new design and without a Power Five (or Power Four) conference to call home, if Notre Dame were ever to be a top-4 team to receive an automatic qualifier, they would forego the first-round bye for the fifth seed and take on likely a Group of Five qualifier. Afterwards, the guys debate why proposals for an additional two teams in the playoff is madness, and look back to how we got to this point where a 12-team playoff has been approved, and the CFP is already looking to blow up the bracket for a 14-team version before the first games have even been played. To close out the show, residents in West Virginia are hosting a candlelight vigil for a restaurant. 1:00 - New 12-team CFP format has been approved 15:04 - What happens to Notre Dame in the expanded playoff? 28:34 - New 14-team CFP models are already being pitched 59:20 - The People’s Court: A unique candle light vigil in West Virginia Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/rACdZfD7658 https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde open up the podcast giving their thoughts on the prolonged College Football Playoff media deal discussions. After rumblings that a proposed six-year deal fell through between the CFP and ESPN, the guys address why a new agreement hasn’t come together yet. Ross provides an update on when we could see the next format take shape. Meanwhile, more coaches have begun to speak out about the separation of the Group of Five and Power Five schools. Ross details their thoughts and how the G5 is scrambling to keep their teams together in the NIL era. The podcast debates how the G5 can stay alive through the impending shifts in college football. In football scheduling news, there has been some petitioning from Texas’ camp to play Texas A&M on Thanksgiving night. The crew details the battle for the time slot and if Ole Miss & Mississippi State should move the Egg Bowl for the newcomers to the SEC. During NBA all-star weekend, commissioner Adam Silver spoke about the reassessment of the G-League Ignite team after seeing the effect of NIL on college programs. College basketball fans could see more talented players if the G-League Ignite team is dissolved in favor of the college and NIL route. In other college basketball news, St John’s head basketball coach Rick Pitino had some choice words about his team after losing to Seton Hall. The guys react to the latest flurry of angry quotes from the fiery Pitino. Outside of college sports, a new bill has been proposed in the state of Tennessee to ban the sale of cold beer in retail stores to try and limit the amount of drinking while driving. To close out the show, takes on a case of a gassy darts player psyching-out his opponent with some well-timed flatulence. 1:00 - When will the College Football Playoff get their new media deal? 9:30 - Effects of the Power Five/Group of Five separation 29:31 - Will the Egg Bowl be moved for Texas vs. Texas A&M? 37:58 - Adam Silver is reassessing the NBA’s G-League team 46:14 - Rick Pitino was very unhappy with St. John’s after losing to Seton Hall 52:08 - New bill proposed in Tennessee would ban the sale of cold beer from retailers 56:19 - The People’s Court: Poor darts sportsmanship Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/hZnajvBrUvI https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde react to discussions surrounding expansion for the NCAA’s college basketball tournaments and the College Football Playoff. The college leaders are meddling again and the guys are not happy about it. This time the college basketball championship tournament is drawing attention. After rumblings about possible expansion, the crew explains why expanding the field would be a mistake. On the football side, the CFP could be expanding before the next format even begins. Conference commissioners and the CFP committee are still not in unison about the automatic qualifier rules. Dan, Pat & Ross explain what this means for college football going forward. After news of Georgia State head coach Shawn Elliot leaving to coach at the University of South Carolina, the podcast begins to dissect the trend of Group of Five head coaches leaving their teams to take a different role at a high-level Power Five program. Meanwhile, in other coaching carousel news, Boston College has finished their head coaching search by hiring former Alabama and New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien. The crew breaks down the hire with optimism for O’Brien, who could be a great fit for the Eagles. Lastly, takes on a restless airline passenger & bugs on a plane. 1:00 - Should the college basketball national championship tournament expand? 26:12 - Will we see another CFP expansion soon? 37:06 - More Group of Five coaches are leaving for Power Five jobs 45:40 - Bill O’Brien hired by Boston College 52:52 - The People’s Court: Sick on a plane Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/yPaSEEkZQ8s https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast breaking down the coaching turnover that took place over the last few days at UCLA. It all started when UCLA head coach Chip Kelly decided to take the open offensive coordinator position at Ohio State late last week. Kelly made waves by leaving a respected head coaching position to become a coordinator within the Big Ten (which is now home to both universities). The guys wonder if this move could signal the new nature of college head coaches or if UCLA wasn’t doing enough on their end to get a great football program going. Meanwhile, DeShaun Foster will be the next man to take the helm for the Bruins. The podcast wants to see the UCLA alum and former NFL running back tap into the rich recruiting bed of California to make the program more competitive. This week, Pat reflected on one of the craziest coaching offseasons in history, the 2018 coaching derby. After 6 years, only one coach from the historic pool is still at their program. Later, Ross provides an update on the Tennessee vs. NCAA hearing & when fans can hope for a decision. Outside of sports, country singer Toby Keith passed away last week, so the crew reflects on his career and fandom of Oklahoma athletics. Lastly, Dan is on trial in the People’s Court for attending a controversial new sport. 1:00 - Chip Kelly to be the next Ohio State offensive coordinator 25:27 - UCLA hires DeShaun Foster to be the next head coach 38:38 - Looking back at the 2018 coaching derby 46:10 - Latest on the Tennessee vs. NCAA hearing 52:05 - Toby Keith’s Oklahoma fandom 55:31 - The People’s Court: is Power Slap on the rise? Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/ykWtNRNaRDo https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde examine the news that Kirk Herbstreit may have contributed to quarterback Dylan Raiola flipping from Georgia to Nebraska. In an interview with Rivals, Dylan’s father Dominic Raiola recalls a phone call with Kirk Herbstreit discussing the impact that his son would have on Nebraska. Raiola’s flip is not only a flip from Georgia to Nebraska, but also a flip from the SEC, which has a media deal with Herbstreit’s employer ESPN, to the Big Ten, which has broadcasts with Fox. In other TV news, following a very brief retirement, Nick Saban has made his next move to join ESPN’s College GameDay crew. The podcast predicts what Nick Saban’s role could be on the program and if he will even have the patience for the show’s theatrics. Later, Ross provides an update on the latest College Football Playoff meetings. While not many tangible moves were made in the latest session, the group is definitely eyeing the future. Elsewhere, the Boston College head coaching job still vacant, so the guys discuss who would be the best fit for the Eagles. The two main candidates are Paul Chryst and Bill O’Brien, who has a strong familiarity with the New England fanbase. Dan is in Las Vegas covering the Super Bowl, so the podcast reflects on the college careers of some of the stars for the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. The conversation shifts to how the media surrounding the Super Bowl has changed. Lastly, takes on a Texas Dairy Queen that was serving more than ice cream. 1:00 - Did Kirk Herbstreit encourage Dylan Raiola to flip from Georgia to Nebraska? 13:06 - Nick Saban will join College GameDay 22:21 - ESPN, Fox & Warner Bros. Discovery are developing a new sports streaming service 26:54 - Latest from the CFP meetings 37:07 - Who will fill the Boston College job? 39:48 - Is the Super Bowl the new destination to go viral? 54:11 - The People’s Court: Dairy Queen edition Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/_s_zlPH-veo https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde examine the fallout from SEC & Big Ten commissioners Greg Sankey and Tony Petitti creating a new partnership on the future of college football. Don’t call it an alliance, the SEC and Big Ten are now jointly working on their own proposal outside of the NCAA to progress college athletics. The guys highlight the pros and cons of this news along with how and if the NCAA can counter this development. This proposal could include a pitch to create a new college football league, or it could solidify a balanced payment structure for student athletes across all levels. With the news of Jeff Hafley leaving Boston College to serve as the defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers and rumors of Chip Kelly moving on from UCLA, the podcast discusses whether or not we will see more coaches leave college for the NFL. New details from the Brad Bohannon sports gambling scandal have emerged and the crew revels in the carelessness. To close out the show, Oakland University used a unique tactic to create a distraction for opponents shooting free throws. 1:00 - Big Ten & SEC are joining forces 39:38 - Will more coaches leave college for the NFL? 46:58 - New details from the Brad Bohannon gambling scandal 54:46 - Oakland University’s creative free throw distraction Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/SmiSpqVbI0g https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde devote today’s episode to Tennessee’s lawsuit against the NCAA after reports that the University of Tennessee is under investigation for NIL violations. The school has received help from both the Tennessee and Virginia attorneys general in a lawsuit against the NCAA in attempts to get a court’s ruling to absolve them. The guys dive into whether or not Tennessee committed any violations, as well as if the NCAA can retroactively enforce any punishments. The podcast then debates about whether or not the current college athletics structure should involve guardrails and, if found guilty, whether or not the NCAA could invoke the death penalty on the Volunteers. Later in the show, with March Madness nearing, the podcast takes a look at this weekend’s packed college hoops action. To close out the episode, opens up a case on a gassy airplane passenger. 1:00 - Tennessee is suing the NCAA over NIL violations 48:40 - College basketball is heating up with a big weekend 54:08 - The People’s Court: Airplane flatulence https://baseball.fantasysports.yahoo.com/b1/signup?ncid=dcm_23725518_327313333_461213631_127883396&dclid=CMSCnd-554MDFbA1RAgd-EUOpA Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/NJuhIF_Ujuc https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde give their thoughts on the news of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to coach the Los Angeles Chargers. After a storied and drama-filled college tenure, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh has chosen to return to the NFL and coach the Los Angeles Chargers. The podcast reflects on his time at Michigan and revisits their favorite moments of the Harbaugh era. Michigan offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore will become the next head coach for the Wolverines. The guys examine what Sherrone Moore can do to improve the program the season after winning a national championship. With Harbaugh gone, the NCAA is left with some decisions to make Michigan’s alleged recruiting & cheating violations. The crew debates what punishments would be appropriate for Michigan, and more importantly, if the NCAA will be able to enforce any punishments that would be more than just a slap on the wrist. The University of Texas’ endless pearl-clutching about the “Horns Down” taunt continues to heat up after BYU fans were made to take off shirts spelling out the phrase at a basketball game this weekend. The guys are shocked at Texas’ sensitivity and question whether or not they will be able to handle the even rowdier fans of the SEC. To close out the show, the crew takes a look at former LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte getting busted for numerous sports gambling charges while at school. 1:00 - Jim Harbaugh leaves Michigan to coach LA Chargers 17:22 - How will Sherrone Moore fare as Michigan coach? 35:13 - What will the NCAA do with Michigan’s outstanding violations? 58:30 - More Texas pearl-clutching about “Horns Down” 1:04:33 - Kayshon Boutte busted for betting on college football games https://baseball.fantasysports.yahoo.com/b1/signup?ncid=dcm_23725518_327313333_461213631_127883396&dclid=CMSCnd-554MDFbA1RAgd-EUOpA Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde devote the entirety of today’s episode looking deeper into the key issues plaguing the world of college athletics at the moment. Starting off with transfer rules, the gang looks to a recent interview by Kadyn Proctor. The offensive lineman spoke on transferring from Alabama to Iowa, where he noted that Iowa was supporting him throughout his freshman year playing for the Crimson Tide. Was this tampering on Iowa’s part? While a tampering rule is in writing in the NCAA bylaws, coaches and agents have been working around it for years. As the crew examines the solution to tampering, Dan challenges that tampering isn’t a problem outside of college athletics. Meanwhile, there is an entirely separate can of worms in relation to the athlete/employee dichotomy. NCAA commissioner Charlie Baker has a new proposal, called “Project D1,” which is focused on beginning a conversation about legitimate athlete employment at the collegiate level. Whether it be collective bargaining or revenue sharing, Baker looks to hit the reset button. Ross breaks down the plan and how congress could address it, along with highlighting what the NCAA needs to do in order to get out of the transition with the least amount of damage. To close out the podcast, examines a pickle-y trade proposal in a Buffalo Wild Wings & Doritos is involved in the alcohol world now. 1:00 - Did Iowa to Alabama transfer Kadyn Proctor engage in tampering? 33:17 - Charlie Baker’s “Project D1" and the future of athletes as employees 50:45 - The People’s Court: Pickle trade at the Buffalo Wild Wings? 57:40 - Would you eat it: Doritos alcohol edition Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/hrZLZDD2JPE https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast with two football powerhouses loading up big time this offseason. Ohio State can’t stop landing top talent this winter. After news broke last week that top portal safety Caleb Downs is transferring to Ohio State, the Buckeyes flipped top QB Julian Sayin from Alabama. Ohio State appears to be building up for a championship run next year and the fan expectations are starting to rise. Buying-in and utilizing NIL opportunities for high-impact players is looking like a strong strategy to try and win the new Big Ten. Meanwhile, LSU is beginning to find their footing in the SEC again. The Tigers are landing more recruits from Louisiana now that Nick Saban isn’t at Alabama anymore. SEC recruiting has opened up since college football’s GOAT coach has retired and Brian Kelly is taking advantage. Last week’s congressional hearing around college athletics has exposed the divide between the top football programs and the rest of college athletics. Top-tier college football has been recruiting players who see themselves as employees for years, while athletes from other sports have a differing viewpoint of their athletic status. In women’s basketball news, after Ohio State beat Iowa in their latest matchup over the weekend, a fan made accidental contact with star player Caitlin Clark while storming the court. The podcast examines whether the contact was severe enough to warrant Clark losing her footing. To close out the show, examines a sandwich thrown in a Florida Subway. 1:00 - Ohio State is building back up 20:35 - Julian Sayin has flipped from Alabama to Ohio State 40:14 - LSU is on fire recruiting 44:54 - Fallout from last week’s congressional NCAA hearing 56:19 - Did Caitlin Clark flop after making contact with a fan? 1:04:40 - The People’s Court: sandwich throwing Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/CTTMLz_EliY https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast examining where Jim Harbaugh could be coaching in 2024 after interesting language was found in his Michigan contract. The former 49ers head coach has already taken interviews with the Los Angeles Chargers and Atlanta Falcons. With a couple rules violations this past year, Harbaugh and his team are exploring all options including trying to get rid of a strict liability clause in his current contract. Nick Saban’s retirement has snowballed into panic for the Alabama faithful. The Crimson Tide have seen over 20 players enter the transfer portal looking for a new home this offseason. One of the main drawbacks of losing a coach is losing players that he recruited as well. In Big Ten news, Ohio State has hired Ross Bjork to be their next Athletic Director. This move reminds the guys of Bjork overseeing Hugh Freeze at Ole Miss and the deception that the two weaved while working together. Toledo football head coach Jason Candle has been surrounded with buzz this offseason, the latest being from Ohio State. The trend of hiring Group of Five head coaches to a Power Five staff is starting to catch on more and more, with Alabama hiring two talented G5 coaches this offseason. The guys examine this trend and how it impacts the sport. To close out the show, chimes in on the most expensive bottle of scotch sold. 1:00 - Jim Harbaugh: stay at Michigan or go to the NFL? 25:46 - Alabama is being cleaned out by the transfer portal 40:40 - Ohio State hires Ross Bjork as their new AD 51:05 - Will Ohio State hire Jason Candle from Toledo? 57:24 - College sports hits Capitol Hill again 1:01:38 - The People’s Court: $2 million scotch Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/rj_HOjjcS5g https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel & SI’s Pat Forde break down the chain reaction that has taken place since Nick Saban announced his retirement from Alabama last week. Washington’s Kalen DeBoer has accepted the Alabama head coach position a week after taking the Huskies to the National Championship. With big shoes to fill, the biggest question on everyone’s minds is whether or not Kalen deBoer can recruit in the SEC. Washington filled their head coaching vacancy subsequently with Arizona head coach Jedd Fisch. Fisch helped turn Arizona into a 10-win program last year and is expected to bring some quick stability to Washington. Ohio State has been returning a lot of veteran players this offseason. It appears that the Buckeyes want to approach the offseason like Michigan and Washington did this previous season. In transfer portal news, former Washington State quarterback Cam Ward has decided to transfer to the University of Miami after declaring for the NFL draft. Pat and Dan were shocked to see this happen, but Mario Cristobal continues to prove that he is one of the best recruiters in the country right now. Meanwhile, UNLV’s Jayden Maiava has flipped from Georgia to USC. The Trojans were looking to find some QB depth after Malachi Nelson transferred out of the program to Boise State. The NCAA is penalizing Florida State after deeming that a coach setting up a meeting between a recruit and a booster was not allowed. The podcast continues to be baffled by the selective punishment for matters that everyone partakes in, but FSU is still expected to be fined. To close out the podcast, takes on a case of misleading advertising from a candy company. 1:00 - Kalen DeBoer is hired as the next Alabama head coach 24:27 - Jedd Fisch to take the Washington job 32:50 - Ohio State is building an older roster 39:03 - Cam Ward transfers to Miami 41:30 - Jayden Maiava flips from Georgia to USC 45:15 - NCAA is penalizing Florida State for NIL-related violations 53:27 - The People’s Court: false candy advertising Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/WsbFsYEnULU https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde get together for an emergency podcast after news broke on Wednesday afternoon that after 17 seasons at Alabama, Nick Saban is retiring from coaching college football. The guys take a look into the career of Nick Saban: his successes, his challenges, the way he evolved with the game and took on every challenger throughout the years. Even with the buzz of retirement starting this season, the decision still took many people by surprise. Dan, Ross & Pat also give their favorite anecdotes and run-ins with Saban over the years before discussing his successor. The next head coach for Alabama will have big shoes to fill and an insatiable fanbase to take care of. The crew speculates who is in contention of being offered the job from Alabama, as well as who has the nerve to accept it. Many of the top candidates are enticing, but Alabama isn’t the only school that can win national championships anymore, as Monday night’s Michigan win proved. To close out the show, the crew reacts to NCAA president Charlie Baker exonerating Michigan after the months-long sign-stealing saga. 1:00 - Nick Saban has retired from coaching college football 35:13 - Who will be the next Alabama head coach? 1:01:00 - Charlie Baker exonerates Michigan, doesn’t regret his decision Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/HA2WyGP1j2I https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The 2023 college football season is officially in the books, as Jim Harbaugh's Michigan Wolverines football team pounded the Washington Huskies 34-13 on Monday night in Houston, securing a perfect season and the program's first national championship since 1997. Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde recap it all from the CFP media center in Houston. Two 40+ yard Donovan Edwards touchdowns put the Wolverines ahead 14-3 early, and while the Huskies cut the lead to seven on two different occasions, it just never felt like Washington's night as Michael Penix Jr. seemed off all night, clearly troubled by a rib injury. The guys discuss Michigan's defiant win after a season of controversy, the future of Jim Harbaugh & JJ McCarthy, Pat's frustrations with Texas liquor laws & two Alabama men going viral for unfortunate incidents involving an oversized urn & a Bass Pro Shop. 1:00 - Michigan beats Washington in the College Football Playoff Championship 32:56 - Georgia fans are still upset about being left out of the CFP 39:17 - The season’s final AP poll is released 40:24 - Quinshon Judkins has transferred to Ohio State 49:27 - A man jumped naked into the Bass Pro Shops fish tank Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde break down the upcoming College Football Playoff title between the Michigan Wolverines and Washington Huskies on Monday night in Houston. Before the game picks and preview, Michigan’s quarterback JJ McCarthy spoke this week about the Michigan sign-stealing saga. McCarthy claimed that 80% of teams are stealing signs and that Michigan’s sign stealing endeavors were reactionary due to Ohio State. Also, Jim Harbaugh’s future is very unclear heading into the championship game. The guys make their predictions on whether or not this will be Harbaugh’s last game coaching Michigan. Outside of Monday’s big game, former Kansas State quarterback Will Howard is visiting with Ohio State. The Buckeyes are in the market for a new quarterback after Kyle McCord left for Syracuse and Will Howard could provide some veteran experience. Meanwhile, nine players on Alabama’s team have entered the transfer portal following their loss to Michigan, so the podcast does a quick wellness check of the Crimson Tide. To close out the podcast, takes on a lopsided basketball game between Grambling and the College of Biblical Studies. 1:00 - College Football Playoff Championship is Monday night 4:24 - JJ McCarthy opened up about sign-stealing 24:57 - Is this Jim Harbaugh’s last game at Michigan? 31:03 - Keys to the CFP Championship Game 39:06 - Former KSU QB Will Howard is visiting Ohio State 42:25 - Nine Alabama players have hit the transfer portal since Monday 43:00 - Update on the upcoming NCAA convention 50:34 - The People’s Court: Grambling vs. College of Biblical Studies Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/iSIW1UWxjAc https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The final four-team edition of the CFP semifinals played out Monday night in Los Angeles & New Orleans and Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Forde convene for a late-night podcast to recap all of the action. In the Rose Bowl, Jim Harbaugh's Michigan team finally made it past the semifinal round as JJ McCarthy and the Wolverines pushed past Alabama in single overtime 27-20. Sloppy mistakes, botched snaps & special teams errors plagued the game and Michigan has finally made it to the CFP title game. Can the Wolverines go on to win it all after the soap opera that was Harbaugh's 2023 campaign? Ross & Pat were in attendance for the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans, and they describe the scene as a red-hot Michael Penix Jr. performance pushed the Huskies over the top in a high-scoring 37-31 affair over the Longhorns. Penix looked unstoppable, delivering laser after laser all night, with a 430 yard, 2 TD performance in the Superdome, but ultimately the Huskies defense needed to make the final plays of the game as Quinn Ewers lead a stunning final drive to almost snatch a Texas victory in the closing seconds. 1:00 - Rose Bowl: Michigan defeats Alabama in OT 18:03 - Sugar Bowl: Washington's high-powered offense too much for Texas 37:20 - FSU loses badly to Georgia 44:26 - The Bourbon Street blunder 46:56 - Unhappy with the Rose Bowl sunset 54:24 - Michigan vs. Washington lookahead Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/-ClEcCtuB-s https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde are back from the holiday weekend to dissect the latest from the ongoing saga in Tallahassee as FSU has sued the ACC over their grant of rights deal in order to leave the conference. The guys discuss how this move, if granted in favor of Florida State, would open the door for other ACC schools to leave, thereby crushing the conference. Meanwhile, Coach Prime gave his thoughts on Florida State not making the playoffs with an undefeated record and claimed that the CFP committee wouldn’t have left FSU out if he were the head coach there – a bold statement indeed. The guys dive into whether or not Deion Sanders would be enough of a draw to have gotten his team to the CFP bracket on his fame alone. Lane Kiffin impressed again this offseason by retaining his title of the ‘Portal King.’ The Ole Miss head coach, while publicly dissatisfied with the college football offseason, has continued to thrive in its increasingly messy conditions. In other transfer portal news, the NCAA is expected to review new proposals for the portal which include higher academic requirements and penalties for underperforming academic programs. The CFP semifinals are right around the corner, so the podcast breaks down the #4 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide against the #1 ranked Michigan Wolverines in the Rose Bowl and the #3 ranked Texas Longhorns taking the #2 ranked Washington Huskies in the Sugar Bowl. 1:00 - FSU sues the ACC over grant of rights deal 19:33 - Health of this year’s bowl games 23:06 - Deion Sanders speaks on the FSU snub 28:31 - ‘Portal King’ Lane Kiffin has the #1 transfer class 32:57 - Newest transfer portal proposals? 38:48 - Rose Bowl preview: #4 Alabama vs. #1 Michigan 56:09 - Sugar Bowl preview: #3 Texas vs. #2 Washington Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde run through the remaining bowl games for the second part of this year’s Check out part one of thehere https://sports.yahoo.com/2023-bowl-bonanza-part-i-more-transfer-portal-news--will-dylan-raiola-flip-to-nebraska-213514694.html. The guys snake their picks against the spread for all of the post-Christmas bowl game matchups including Iowa vs. Tennessee in the Citrus Bowl, Florida State vs. Georgia in the Orange Bowl & Ole Miss vs. Penn State in the Peach Bowl. Plus the brand new Pop-Tarts Bowl brings new intrigue & the Wasabi Fenway Bowl creates a fair amount of chaos this holiday season. Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dan Wetzel & Ross Dellenger huddle together after news broke Thursday that Florida State is trying to get out of their grant of rights deal with the ACC in order to move to a new conference. FSU previously made a push to gain entry to the SEC last summer, but were not accepted. The school is now making a bigger push to leave after seeing programs in the SEC and Big Ten generate more revenue than them due to their lucrative deals. The SEC is seemingly the first conference that FSU will chase after, but the Big Ten could swoop in. Dan & Ross discuss whether or not the SEC even wants FSU and how the Big Ten is just trying to stack assets so they could end up making the push for the Seminoles If Florida State is granted an exit from the conference, we could see the ACC crumble similar to the Pac-12. The guys debate which other schools could leave the conference & whether or not they would be better fits than FSU at a new destination. To close out the podcast, takes on a wild party at a taco bell. 1:00 - FSU is attempting to leave the ACC 19:24 - Can FSU get into the SEC? 31:24 - Will the Big Ten pursue FSU? 41:04 - How nervous should the rest of the ACC be right now? 52:55 - Emergency People’s Court: Taco Bell edition Follow Dan @DanWetzel https://twitter.com/DanWetzel Follow Pat @ByPatForde https://twitter.com/bypatforde Follow Ross @RossDellenger https://twitter.com/rossdellenger 🖥️ WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/YLLpqR13xTk https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/college https://apple.co/3zEuTQj https://sports.yahoo.com/podcasts/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
