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McElroy and Josh Pate talk Natty hopes for Georgia, Ohio St dominance & more | Always College Football : 12/23/24

McElroy and Josh Pate go over the first round of the CFP and talk about the negative reaction from media members, how to fix the most deserving vs best team debate, and why we NEED to stop using fictional Vegas lines for hypothetical games and much more. Plus, does Gunner Stockton make Georgia better, could Texas be overlooking Arizona State, is Boise State ready for the BIG stage against a really good Penn State squad and can Oregon beat Ohio State TWICE in a season? The guys go over it all plus give their picks for National Title winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State, Notre Dame & Penn State dominate - Texas holds on in CFP 1st round | Always College Football : 12/22/24

Notre Dame hosted the first CFP game on campus and dominated an Indiana team that didnt have a good game plan. Penn States defense crushed SMUs dreams before the 1st quarter was over. Texas held off a good Clemson team by running the ball all over the Tigers and Ohio State flexed hard on Tennessee and looked like a team on a mission from the start. McElroy breaks down the 1st round games and has a few more general takeaways for all of us i.e. stop with the hypothetical matchups in the CFP (looking at you SEC fans). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Texas, Ohio State, Notre Dame & PSU protect home field in the CFP | Always College Football : 12/18/24

The first round of the College Football playoff is here! Will Notre Dame be able to run the football against Indiana or will the Hoosiers continue their remarkable run? Can SMU hold up in the trenches or will Penn State hammer down in the 2nd half, who will perform better, Clemsons Cade Klubnik or Texas Quinn Ewers and can Ohio State bounce back on offense against a strong Tennessee defense? McElroy breaks down all the games and asks the questions that will determine the outcomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman talks CFP prep, adversity & more + transfer portal updates | Always College Football : 12/16/24

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins McElroy to talk CFP prep, scouting Indiana, adversity this Fighting Irish team has faced, a December playoff game in South Bend and much more. Plus Louisville, Florida State and Auburn picked up big transfer QBs and there are plenty more on the market, McElroy talks fits for each player and goes over the running back and wide receiver market. Bill Belichicks move to North Carolina gained a lot of attention, McElroy talks about what it means for the Tar Heels and college football in general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oregon HC Dan Lanning talks CFP prep, BIG 10 Championship & more + McElroy's coaching carousel updates | Always College Football : 12/11/24

Dan Lanning joins the show and talks with Greg McElroy about the Ducks impact transfer players this year, especially Dillion Gabriel, how they are handling the new calendar in the 12 team CFP while remaining balanced, the Tennessee vs Ohio State game and much more. Plus is Bill Belichick really going to go to North Carolina? McElroy goes over all the latest moves from a busy coaching carousel and tells you who fits and who doesnt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 5 CFP rankings reaction: Oregons path, Alabama out & more | Always College Football : 12/9/24

The first 12 team College Football playoff ranking is official. SMU stays in, pushing Alabama out, Oregons path is tougher than Penn States, Ohio State looks to get right vs Tennessee and theres a battle of Indiana (which NO one saw coming). Boise State and Arizona State get a buy while the ACC Champion Clemson is a 12 seed. Year 1 is wild and McElroy tells you what the committee did right, the issues he has and what can be fixed to make the 12 team CFP better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oregon, Georgia, Clemson, & ASU all win - does SMU stay in the CFP | Always College Football : 12/8/24

Championship weekend delivered! Arizona State dominates Iowa State, Ashton Jeanty does it again as Boise State wins another Mountain West championship. Oregon wins a shootout against Penn State, Georgia takes down Texas but what is the injury update of Carson Beck and will he be back for the CFP? Clemson blows a 17 point lead but beats SMU in a walk-off field goal, now the question is should it be SMU or Alabama with the last playoff spot. McElroy breaks it all down plus tells you who he thinks should get in and first round byes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas, SMU, Oregon and Arizona State look to make history & more previews | Always College Football : 12/5/24

Conference championship week is here and we have questions we want answered. Can Georgia become just the 2nd team in the last 115 years to beat Texas twice in a season, will Clemson knock off SMU and knock Alabama out of the CFP? Will Oregon keep rolling or will Penn State prove the doubters wrong, will it be Iowa State or Arizona State repping the BIG 12 in the CFP and is Boise State on upset alert? McElroy answers these and much more in previewing all 9 conference championship games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama is in, was it the right call & will Clemson knock them out? | Always College Football : 12/4/24

The penultimate rankings are out and the CFP committee put Alabama ahead of Miami, Ole Miss and South Carolina. Was that the right move? McElroy breaks down the resumes and flaws of all four teams. Plus is SMU in with a loss, how much will the seedings change after championship weekend and just who has the best chance to win it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: CFP rankings dilemma, the Notre Dame machine & more | Always College Football : 12/2/24

Ohio States most inexcusable loss in memory, Texas looks like they have been in the SEC for years, the Notre Dame machine keeps rolling along and FOUR teams who changed conferences this year are playing for conference championships. McElroy breaks it down in his top 10 takeaways from Week 14, plus what to do with Miami, Alabama, South Carolina and Ole Miss in what should be the most intriguing rankings ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas & Notre Dame with HUGE road wins, Ohio State & Miami fall flat | Always College Football : 12/1/24

The regular season is over and wow did that weekend deliver. Georgia wins in 8 OTs, Travis Hunter delivers a Heisman performance, Ryan Day and Ohio State lost to Michigan AGAIN, Notre Dame gets TWO pick 6s in the final minutes for the victory over USC, Miami falls short against Syracuse and will (probably) miss the CFP while South Carolina takes down Clemson to make a CFP push. McElroy gives his instant reaction to it all plus gives his take on flag planting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rivalry Week previews: Can Notre Dame, Tennessee & Texas A&M keep CFP hopes alive | Always College Football : 11/27/24

Its the last week of the regular season and SO much is on the line. Ryan Day looks to break a 3 game losing streak to Michigan, Alabama tries to rebound to keep slim CFP hopes alive in the Iron Bowl, Texas and Texas A&M renew a rivalry while Notre Dame heads out west to USC looking to secure a home playoff game. McElroy previews all the big games and tells you if Tennessee & Miami are on upset alert, who will win between Clemson and South Carolina and who will take charge in the BIG 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: Ohio State the best, whats next for the SEC and Indiana + more takeaways | Always College Football : 11/25/24

McElroy gives you his Top 10 takeaways from a wild week 13. Is Ohio State the best team in the country and does Indiana still belong in the CFP discussion? Can Alabama & Ole Miss rebound and make the CFP or will the top teams like Penn State, Texas and Notre Dame continue to dominate. Where does the BIG 12 stand and what is the ceiling for their conference champion and how many teams from the SEC and ACC should make the CFP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SEC Upsets, BIG 12 chaos, Ohio State & Notre Dame dominance & more reaction | Always College Football: 11/24/24

What a wild day in college football! Ohio States defense dominates as the Buckeyes take down Indiana, now are the Hoosiers out of the CFP? Alabama goes down as Milroe struggles, Ole Miss loses at Florida taking them out of the CFP race. Kansas runs all over Colorado, Notre Dame dominates, Penn State holds on and McElroy is here to deliver his instant reaction as the College Football Playoff takes shape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What Ohio State & Ole Miss MUST prove + more week 13 previews | Always College Football : 11/21/24

Is Indiana for real? Thats the question that everyone is asking and will be answered on Saturday. McElroy gives you his break down plus tells you why Ole Miss better be careful at Florida, what to expect from a HUGE weekend in the BIG 12 and if Alabama, Notre Dame or Penn State are on upset alert. Plus more previews from all the teams in the college football playoff race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy & Cowherd discuss who DESERVES to be in the CFP | Always College Football : 11/20/24

McElroy and Colin Cowherd look at the CFP rankings and which teams deserve to be in, the impact of cold weather games in the CFP, if we should believe in Penn State and wonder if Oregon can handle a CFP run. What should we make of Alabama, Texas, Ohio State and do any of them have enough to win a National Championship and can Deion Sanders and Colorado really run the table? Plus what happened to Brian Kelly and LSU, who you should trust in the SEC and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: How many SEC teams should get in the CFP & more takeaways | Always College Football : 11/18/24

Georgia looked like the team we thought they were with Carson Beck shining, Tennessee is not dead but the defense needed to step up (and didnt), Texas needs to get the offense rolling before its too late and did Travis Hunter just lock up the Heisman. McElroy breaks it all down plus tells you about the (ridiculous) conference tiebreakers and asks how many SEC teams should get into the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgias statement, Oregon survives, LSU issues & more | Always College Football : 11/17/24

Georgia got a huge statement win at home over Tennessee, Oregon survives a scare at Wisconsin while Texas takes care of Arkansas. BYU loses to Kansas at home ending any hope of an at-large CFP bid while the rest of the BIG 12 gets crazy as Arizona State takes down Kansas State and Colorado just keeps winning. Notre Dame, SMU and Clemson all won and more reaction from week 12 from McElroy. Plus what to make of LSU and Brian Kellys third loss in a row. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas & Oregon on the road, Georgias CFP hopes on the line & more previews | Always College Football : 11/14/24

Tennessee heads to Athens to try and end Georgias playoff hopes, Texas & Oregon hit the road and try to avoid upsets to Arkansas and Wisconsin while Colorado and BYU play host to dangerous BIG 12 teams Utah and Kansas. Can Notre Dame and SMU keep the offense going, do Ohio State and LSU have anything to worry about? McElroy breaks it all down in his week 12 previews plus gives you the GIANT KILLERS to keep an eye on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy & Pollack talk CFP rankings, answer who can actually WIN the National Title & more | Always College Football : 11/13/24

The latest CFP rankings are out and McElroy sits down with David Pollack to break it all down and discuss why Texas and Penn State are ranked so high, if Georgia can fix their issues, what teams they think can actually WIN a national championship and how many the ACC and BIG should get in. Plus, the guys talk about this being the most wide open national championship race since 2007 and how southern teams fare if and when they have to play up north in December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: Alabama & Ole Miss are scary, tiebreaker chaos & more | Always College Football : 11/12/24

Alabama and Ole Miss looked like complete teams in their huge wins over the weekend, while questions remain for Brian Kelly and Kirby Smart. Miamis luck ran out but is that a good thing for the Hurricanes and are we ready for a Colorado vs BYU BIG 12 Championship? McElroy breaks it down in his Top 10 takeaways from week 11 plus tells you to be on the lookout for brand bias in the College Football playoff rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SEC Showdowns, Top 25 upset alerts and more week 11 previews | Always College Football : 11/7/24

Georgia heads to Ole Miss looking to avoid turnovers and an upset, while Alabama takes on LSU in Baton Rouge at night, no easy task for either team. Does Florida have a chance at Texas, can Georgia Tech shock Miami and will Clemson prove they belong in the top 25 by getting a win at Virginia Tech? McElroy previews them all plus tells you why Indiana will run over Michigan, why Washington will keep it close vs Penn State and what to expect from BYU vs Utah in the Holy War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rankings reaction: SEC & BIG 10 dominate, disrespect for BYU, Tennessee & SMU | Always College Football : 11/6/24

The first College Football rankings are in and McElroy is here to give you his full breakdown. Not much of a surprise in the Top 10 but some questions about Texas and Penn States best wins and should BYU be worried about their first reaction. Should Clemson, and Army even be ranked, will Notre Dame hold inside the Top 10 and if you are an SMU fan should you be worried? Plus we play a game of what if with Miami, Texas and Notre Dame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Always College Football: McElroys Top 10: Oregon clearly the best, how good are the rest? | Always College Football : 11/4/24

Ohio State won with their C-game, Carson Beck has Georgia all over the map, Texas A&M is humbled and can we PLEASE stop propping up Penn State until they win a big game. McElroy breaks it all down in his Top 10 takeaways and asks the question just how good are Miami, Notre Dame, Tennessee and Indiana? Plus we give you what the top 15 should be and tell you why big name programs like USC, Oklahoma, Michigan and Florida might not want to make bowl plans just yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State wins a big one, Georgia avoids the upset, others not so lucky | Always College Football : 11/3/24

On a day filled with upsets it was the top teams that showed they can win when it mattered most as Ohio State took down Penn State for a statement win and Georgia pulled away from Florida. Others were not so lucky as South Carolina humbled Texas A&M, while Iowa St and Clemson lost at home. SMU, Indiana and Tennessee just keep winning and McElroy is here to give you his instant analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is chaos looming in week 10? Ohio St vs Penn St showdown and more previews | Always College Football : 10/31/24

McElroy previews the big week 10 slate. Will Penn State hand Ohio State their 2nd loss or can the Buckeyes continue their dominance over the Nittany Lions? Is Texas A&M on upset alert at South Carolina and whos CFP hopes will stay alive between Pittsburgh and SMU? Florida looks to stun Georgia, #1 Oregon visits the Big House, Arkansas looks to end the Ole Miss season while Louisville looks for their first EVER win against Clemson, plus much more and Giant Killers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys CFP primer: the locks, the probables and the desperate teams | Always College Football : 10/30/24

The College Football Playoff rankings come out next week and McElroy does his best to break down the 27 teams that are still in the race. Are Oregon and Penn State locks, where dp Georgia, Ohio State and Miami end up? Can Notre Dame overcome a soft schedule with an 11-1 record, does Indiana have enough quality wins if they stumble once and can Clemson run the table? Plus what to do with Alabama, LSU, SMU and Ole Miss. We answer all these questions and give the odds that each team wins out to reach the CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: A&Ms rise, Alabama back on track, Notre Dame is GOOD & more | Always College Football : 10/28/24

Texas A&M is on the rise under Elko, Ohio State and Penn State survived to set up a HUGE showdown, Texas got by Vanderbilt but has some things to clean up, Alabama is back on track but are they still in the hunt in a SEC Championship that is starting to take shape. Also, haters beware&Notre Dame is pretty good, the Big 12 is exciting and some surprise undefeated teams are tough to evaluate. McElroy breaks it all down in his Top 10 takeaways plus gives you what the Top 15 should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas & Ohio St survive, A&M atop the SEC, Colorado is bowl bound and more | Always College Football : 10/27/24

Texas A&M takes down LSU in College Station moving to the top of the SEC. Ohio State survives a scare from Nebraska while Penn State (minus Allar in the 2nd half) takes care of Wisconsin, setting up a HUGE BIG Ten matchup next week. Texas holds on vs Vanderbilt, Alabama dominates and Ole Miss sends Oklahoma into a tailspin. Colorado is bowl eligible and in the hunt for the BIG 12 title, Notre Dame just keeps winning and more instant reaction from week 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Must wins for Notre Dame & Alabama, SEC showdowns + more previews | Always College Football : 10/24/24

Notre Dame takes on a dangerous (and undefeated) Navy team while Alabama hosts Missouri in MUST win situations to keep CFP hopes alive for all FOUR teams. LSU travels to Texas A&M with the top of the SEC on the line. Texas heads to Vanderbilt who looks to drop anchor on another blue blood, while Oregon, Penn State and Ohio State better not get caught looking with Illinois, Wisconsin and Nebraska trying to pull an upset. McElroy breaks it all down plus gives you his GIANT KILLERS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy & Todd Blackledge talk Oregon, Ohio St, Penn St, Indiana & more: 10/23/24

McElroy and Todd Blackledge go deep into the BIG 10 to discuss the Oregon weapons and if they can hold #1, if Ohio States defensive line can hold up, what Penn States ceiling is this year, if Indiana and Illinois are for real and how many BIG 10 teams can make the CFP. Plus, is Georgia back to being the best team in the SEC and is the Army Navy undefeated seasons the best story of the college football season. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: Georgias defense, Texas QB's, ACC wide open & more: 10/21/24

McElroy gives his top 10 takeaways from a HUGE week 8 in college football. Georgia showed it still has a championship defense, Tennessee showed it might be a championship contender, Alabama isnt dead yet but they have to grow up fast, while the ACC is up for grabs as Miami, Clemson and SMU try to avoid a nightmare scenario. Texas got a baptism by fire in the SEC and was it the right call to pull Ewers for Manning, and is it time to panic at Oklahoma, Michigan, USC and Utah. Plus McElroy gives you what the Top 15 should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgia takes down #1, Alabama loses again, Miami survives & more: 10/20/24

Georgia goes to Austin and takes down #1 Texas, Tennessee beats Alabama in Knoxville (again) giving the Tide their second loss before November for the first time since 2007, Miami, BYU and Iowa State all survive to stay undefeated, Notre Dame, Clemson and LSU keep winning, Indiana is for real and there are some REAL questions about Michigan. McElroy breaks it all down in our Sunday edition of ACF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy breaks down road prove it games for Miami, Georgia & Alabama + more previews: 10/17/24

Texas hosts Georgia while Tennessee welcomes Alabama in a HUGE SEC slate this weekend. Will the Longhorns stay atop the SEC and can the Tide right the ship? Indiana looks to stay undefeated as Nebraska comes to town and can Illinois give the defending national champs Michigan their THIRD loss of the season? Can Louisville derail Miamis season and are Oregon, Notre Dame, Iowa State and LSU on upset alert?! McElroy breaks it all down in the week 8 preview. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy & Colt McCoy talk Georgia vs Texas, Texas A&M, the playoffs & more : 10/16/24

McElroy and Colt McCoy get together to talk Texas vs Georgia, Ohio States future, the craziness of the 12 team playoff and what if Colt didnt get hurt in the 2010 National Championship game. Plus who is the ONE program that Colt wanted a piece of when he was at Texas?! | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys TOP 10 takeaways: Oregon & the BIG 10 are for real, Texas leads an unpredictable SEC & more : 10/14/24

Oregon and Penn State walked away with HUGE wins last weekend but dont think Ohio State is going away, Texas is the best team in the country and they are showing it. Alabama, Tennessee and Georgia have work to do, oh and dont sleep on LSU in what can only be described as the craziest season in the SEC in recent memory. McElroy gives you his top 10 takeaways from a drama filled week 7 in college football. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oregon, LSU & Tennessee deliver the drama & more Week 7 reaction: 10/13/24

Oregon showed it is among the nations elite by beating Ohio State, while Ryan Days big game troubles continue. Penn State gets a huge comeback victory over USC while LSU stuns Ole Miss in OT giving the Rebels 2 losses in their last 3 games. Alabama and Tennessee survive scares from South Carolina and Florida respectively. Texas and Georgia take care of business, setting up a huge matchup next week and McElroy is here to give you all his instant analysis of a great week 7 in CFB | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy previews Texas vs Oklahoma, Ohio St vs Oregon, Ole Miss vs LSU and more from week 7: 10/10/24

Statement Saturday is here and McElroy will get you prepared for an amazing week 7. How will Alabama rebound vs South Carolina, Can Oklahoma keep it ugly and take down Texas, is Ole Miss vs LSU a CFP elimination game? Plus Ohio State heads to Oregon for what could be the 1st of 2 (or 3) meetings this year, Penn State travels to USC and the the BIG 12 is on full display with BYU, Colorado, Iowa St and Utah all in action. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy and Barrie talk Perception vs Reality with Ohio St, USC, Alabama, LSU, Oklahoma & more: 10/9/24

McElroy and Matt Barrie look ahead to week 7 in college football and discuss perception vs reality with some of the top teams. Who needs the win more: Oklahoma or Texas, can Alabama bounce back in a BIG way against South Carolina and does Oregon have the same roster power as Ohio State? Plus will Tennessee bounce back or are the Gators playing tough for Billy Napier, and can you trust anyone in the BIG 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys TOP 10: Alabama issues, Tennessee & USC at crossroads, ACC up for grabs & more: 10/7/24

McElroy breaks down his TOP 10 takeaways from a historic week 6 in college football. Are their BIG concerns with the Alabama defense, where do Tennessee and USC go after humbling losses on the road. Dont look now but the ACC is more interesting that we thought with Miami escaping (again) and Clemson, Pittsburgh and SMU looking strong. DO NOT sleep on Army, Navy and Boise State plus McElroy tells you what the TOP 15 should look like. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama, USC & Tennessee STUNNED; CHAOS in College Football : 10/6/24

The first weekend in October delivered absolute CHAOS in college football. THREE SEC Top 10 teams lost when Alabama, Tennessee and Missouri went down - what does that say about the top of the conference? USC loses on the road at Minnesota, Washington hands Michigan their 2nd loss of the season, Miami survives with the help of the refs (again) and Ohio State, Georgia & Ole Miss win big and there is a real Heisman favorite out in Bosie with Ashton Jeanty and McElroy is here to tell you all about it. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee, Michigan, Ole Miss & Miami look for road statement wins! McElroy previews Week 6: 10/3/24

There is one ranked vs ranked game as Missouri travels to College Station to take on Texas A&M, however, SIX Top 15 teams are on the road! Can Tennessee, Clemson, Ole Miss, USC, and Miami avoid the road upset? McElroy tells who, if any, are on upset alert and if UNLV, Pittsburgh, Duke, Indiana and Rutgers can stay undefeated. Plus we give you the GIANT KILLERS, they have been pretty good&just sayin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy gives his surprises, letdowns, October expectations and CFP predictions after 5 weeks : 10/2/24

Five weeks into the college football season and there are some surprises to say the least. Who saw Alabama entering October as the #1 team (with a STUD freshman receiver and no Saban), or Florida State sitting at 1-4, or BYU, Indiana and others undefeated? McElroy looks at the best and worst of the first month of the season, plus tells you who he thinks will get into the CFP from what he has seen so far. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroys Top 10: Alabama still KING, BIG 12 WIDE open, Ole Miss aint there & more: 9/30/24

Alabama is STILL the king of college football, Jalen Milroe looks incredible, Georgia has some work to do, Ole Miss aint there yet and Notre Dame may just be who we thought they were - and that can be dangerous for the rest of CFB. Plus Colorado and BYU are leading the BIG 12 - who had that and can it hold, the regular season STILL matters, QB dependency for top teams is at an all time high and much more as McElroy gives you his TOP 10 takeaways from week 5.| Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama wins a classic, Ole Miss stumbles at home, Notre Dame takes a step & more reaction from McElroy: 9/29/24

McElroy gives his instant analysis from Alabamas epic win over Georgia in Tuscaloosa, Ole Miss going down at HOME vs Kentucky, the BIG 12 is all over the place with Arizona upsetting Utah, Colorado dominating UCF and BYU looking like the best of all of them. Plus McElroy looks at the BIG wins for Notre Dame over Louisville, Oklahoma over Auburn and Michigan surviving a late scare from Minnesota and much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McElroy previews Georgia/Alabama, Louisville/Notre Dame and the rest of week 5: 9/26/24

Just how good is Kalen DeBoer and will there be a home field advantage for the Tide? Can Notre Dame run on Louisville, will Virginia Tech give Miami any trouble and what to make of the loser of the Oklahoma/Auburn game? Plus, can Arkansas take down Texas A&M, can Rutgers and Indiana both stay undefeated and will Colorado take down UCF to keep proving the doubters wrong? McElroy answers all these questions and previews all the games you need to know about in week 5. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy and David Pollack talk Alabama vs Georgia, Notre Dames future & much more : 9/25/24

McElroy and David Pollack go toe to toe on the Dawgs vs the Crimson Tide. Will Kirby and Georgia push Alabama down without Saban, is DeBoer ready for his 1st SEC game and what will the narrative be if UGA comes out on top? The guys talk about the perception of Tennessee football, the messy situation at Auburn, if Notre Dame can show life against Louisville and figure out if there is anyone outside of the SEC, Ohio State and Miami that could actually WIN the national title this year. Plus, McElroy gives his Top 4 in the P4. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy's Top 10: Tennessee CAN win the Natty, Clemson stock is UP, panic at Auburn & Oklahoma?: 9/23/24

Tennessee is a legit National Title contender, USC is MUCH better than they were last year, Michigan found an identity, Colorado and the BIG 12 are a ton of fun but are they GOOD, and do we really have to give a playoff spot to a G5 team this year? Plus is it time to panic or be patient at Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Auburn? McElroy gives his TOP 10 takeaways from a wild week 4 | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennessees defense, Michigans run game, Colorados miracle & more from week 4: 9/22/24

Michigan goes full BIG 10 with a 3 yards and cloud of dust win over USC where the Wolverines passed for a total of 32 yards. Tennessee walked into Norman and took care of business - was it Volunteers defense or a below average Sooner offense that was the difference? Colorados miracle win might catapult the Buff's moving forward, Arch Manning looked good in his first career start while North Carolina looked AWFUL for Mack Brown. McElroy breaks it all down plus more instant reaction from week 4. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oklahoma & Michigan try to SILENCE the doubters; Utah vs Oklahoma St showdown + more week 4 previews : 9/19/24

Welcome to the SEC Oklahoma - are the Sooners ready? Can Michigan play bully ball vs USC, is the winner of Oklahoma State vs Utah the leader in the BIG 12, and can Nebraska show they are for real? McElroy answers all these questions plus looks ahead to Clemson, Notre Dame, Louisville, Auburn and West Virginia looking to protect their home turf and more breakdowns from a busy weekend ahead in college football. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All aboard the HYPE train: Tennessee, Texas, Nebraska & USC: 9/18/24

McElroy and Josh Pate sit down to discuss if Texas is ready to handle the HYPE, if Georgia dropping to #2 is good for them (or a sign?), is Nebraska for REAL and if the BIG 12 can get more than 1 team in the CFP. Plus who needs the win more Tennessee or Oklahoma and what it will say about each program, and can USC go into MICHIGAN and get a win or with the Wolverines play bully ball and get back on track. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 3 Takeaways: Big 12 = most fun, SEC = lots of CFP teams, FSU/Florida &Yikes : 9/16/24

Georgia is going to be fine but needs to get healthy, Alabama is playing to Milroes strength, The G5 has had a TREMENDOUS start to the season while Florida and Florida State have looked just down right TERRIBLE. The BIG 10 is a work in progress, the ACC is probably a 1 bid league in the CFP, the BIG 12 might be the most fun conference to watch right now and the SEC will load up with teams in the CFP. All that and more as McElroy gives you his biggest takeaways from week 3 of the college football season. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milroe & Manning impress, BIG 10s rough day, Georgia survives and more week 3 reaction: 9/15/24

Jalen Milroe and Alabama took care of business at Wisconsin, LSU fought back for a good win at South Carolina, Florida and Florida State are both an absolute mess, Notre Dame found an identity, Tennessee continues to look dominate, Georgia survives a scare at Kentucky and more instant reaction from McElroy on week 3. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabamas 1st test, A&M road woes, FSU & Notre Dame desperation + more week 3 previews: 9/12/24

Kalen DeBoer takes Alabama on the road to Wisconsin for the 1st test of his tenure, Texas A&M looks for their 1st win on the road since 2021, Florida State looks for their 1st win of the season and we have the return of good ol PAC 12 rivalries. Plus Notre Dame tries to right the ship at Purdue, the Backyard Brawl and who is on UPSET alert? McElroy breaks it all down as we preview week 3 of the college football season. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy & Finebaum discuss Put up or Shut up" teams - LSU, Florida, Auburn, Notre Dame & more: 9/11/24

Paul Finebaum and Greg McElroy look ahead to week 3 in college football and discuss possible narratives coming out of the weekend. Who needs the win more Texas A&M or Florida, can LSU and Brian Kelly afford a loss at South Carolina, and is Hugh Freeze all in at Auburn? Plus can Marcus Freeman gain back the confidence from Notre Dame fans, will Florida State rebound vs Memphis and does the SEC have 5 teams that can legit win a National Title? Plus McElroy gives you his Top 4 in the P4 after 2 weeks of the season. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 2 TAKEAWAYS: SEC dominating, welcome back Nebraska, Notre Dame & Michigan struggles: 9/9/24

Tennessee is back on (Rocky) TOP, what is the ceiling for the Vols? Texas looks like one of the most complete teams in college football (along with Georgia), Michigan and Notre Dame have offensive issues, the question is when can they get it fixed? Auburn is still on a rollercoaster with Hugh Freeze, the BIG 12 might be better than the ACC and Nebraska fans get the winner they deserve. McElroy goes over all of these plus more of his top 10 takeaways from week 2. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas, Tennessee and Nebraska dominate while Notre Dame is exposed + more week 2 reaction: 9/8/24

Texas went into the BIG house and dominated a good, but not great, Michigan team. Tennessee put the country on notice that they might have the best defense in the SEC and Notre Dame got exposed as a fraud in the CFP race by getting bullied and losing at home to Northern Illinois. Nebraska put on a defensive show at home against Colorado and more takeaways from week 2 | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nebraska, Texas & Tennessee look for early signature wins + more Week 2 previews : 9/5/24

Week 2 is here and McElroy gives you the most in depth breakdowns you will find anywhere. Texas visits Michigan for the first regular season meeting ever between the two programs - will it be the Longhorns or Wolverines who make a statement. Can Nebraska beat Colorado and start 2-0 for the 1st time since 2016? Is Nico and Tennessee ready for primetime against a tough NC State defense? McElroy answers all those questions plus gives you some sleeper games to watch and potential GIANT killers. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a win would mean for Colorado & Michigan + Notre Dames new ceiling: 9/4/24

McElroy is joined by Brady Quinn to discuss what went wrong with Florida State (and why preseason rankings can cause this) and what the new ceiling is for Notre Dame in 2024. Plus, McElroy and Quinn discuss what a win would mean for Michigan over Texas and if Colorado can go into Nebraska and beat the Huskers. We also hit the mailbag and talk UNC QBs, preseason rankings and what can be done to get better matchups throughout the season | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

USC is different, SEC QB play stands out, a deeper BIG 10 and more takeaways from week 1: 9/2/24

USC looked different in their win over LSU who has now dropped 5 straight season openers. Miami is more than just a CFP contender and Clemson is not out of it..yet. Notre Dame needs to get the passing game going, Freshman were balling this weekend and is the BIG 10 deeper than we thought? McElroy goes over his Top 10 takeaways plus gives huge props to Travis Hunter who might be the best player in the country. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STATEMENT wins for Notre Dame, Georgia & Miami + more Week 1 reaction: 9/1/24

Georgia dominated Clemson showing why they are the #1 team, leaving Clemson fans to wonder - whats next? Miami and Cam Ward looked comfortable in an impressive victory at Florida while the Gators begin what will be a LONG season. Notre Dame silenced their doubters (and the Texas A&M crowd) in a huge road win. Oregon and Michigan won - but not nearly as impressive as some would have thought. A lot of SEC QBs - including Arch Manning - looked great in game 1. Alabama, Ole Miss and Tennessee looked like well oiled machines plus much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia, Notre Dame, Miami & LSU with BIG week 1 prove it games: 8/29/24

Week 1 is here and McElroy gives you the most in depth breakdowns you will find anywhere. Georgia starts their quest to get back to the top with a tough test against Clemson, Miami enters the swamp with a bullseye on their back. Can the Notre Dame O-Line hold up in College Station and will the rebuilt defenses of LSU and USC showout in Vegas? McElroy answers all those questions plus gives you some sleeper games to watch and potential GIANT killers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy and Booger McFarland talk potential narratives after week 1: 8/28/24

Want to know what people will be saying after the games? Well, McElroy and Booger McFarland go over the Sunday and Monday narratives today! With a loss will it be Florida or Miami fans that turn on their coach, do LSU fans appreciate Brian Kelly even if he starts 0-1 and what if USC takes the L, can Lincoln Riley convince Trojan faithful he can right the ship quickly? No one will be surprised if Georgia wins BUT, if its Clemson then how does that change the focus of the year for both programs, plus a Notre Dame win would go a long way convincing people they are a real CFP contender. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024 College Football fan primer: 10 things you should NEVER do: 8/26/24

Do you consider yourself a smart college football fan? Do you break down rosters, depth charts and love a great debate amongst friends (and people on the internet), then we have a list for you. McElroy gives his top 10 things you should NEVER do. NEVER use conference record vs. other leagues as a way to support your conferences superiority, NEVER cite star rankings on why a player should be good, NEVER claim that if team X was in another conference they would dominate it and much more. Plus what Georgia Techs win over FSU means and numbers you need to know heading into week 1. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day Exclusive + names to know that will shape the season: 8/22/24

Ryan Day joins the show after naming Will Howard QB1 and tells us what he and Chip Kelly can do for the Buckeyes offense, why the defense will be dominant and a fantastic high school story about Caleb Downs that Ohio State fans wont want to miss. Plus who are the players you dont know about but absolutely need to before kickoff 2024 - McElroy gives you 14 that could help shape the season. Oh and COLLEGE FOOTBALL is back on Saturday as we preview Florida State vs Georgia Tech in Ireland | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroys conference championship game and CFP predictions: 8/21/24

Youve heard the rest now hear the best (at least the most accurate, go ahead check the receipts). Greg McElroy gives his conference championship game predictions for the BIG 10, SEC, ACC and BIG 12. Plus he breaks down the 12 teams that will make the College Football playoff and explains why it's possible the SEC will get 5 teams in while the BIG 12 and ACC may be 1 bid leagues. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Potential concerns for Georgia, Notre Dame, LSU & more buzz from camp: 8/20/24

Kirby Smart mentioned depth in his press conference 10 times, is their reason to be concerned about the Dawgs heading into 2024? Notre Dame and Texas A&M have not named all their starters yet before their big matchup in week 1, how different will LSUs offense look like without Daniels (and Denbrock), will Oklahomas offense be able to keep up with their elite defense and if Will Howard is not extraordinary is that OK for Ohio State. McElroy answers all those questions plus more as we breakdown the end of camp | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy & Colin Cowherd discuss the power struggle between the SEC & BIG 10: 8/14/24

Colin Cowherd joins Greg McElroy to discuss the expectations for Lincoln Riley at USC, what success looks like for the new BIG 10 teams and why they will have an easier time than Texas and Oklahoma will in the SEC. Plus what to make of Michigan (both on and off the field), is Notre Dame really that good, should everyone know and respect Ole Miss and McElroy tells Colin why he LOVES Miami in 2024. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top 25 reaction + camp buzz from Florida, Tennessee, Ohio State & more: 8/12/24

Georgia looks to break the curse of preseason #1 team, the Big 10 starts off with 2 of the top 3 teams, Ole Miss has its highest preseason ranking since 1970 and the rest of the SEC sets a record with 9 ranked teams. McElroy takes a look and tells you who is undervalued, overvalued and who from the Top 10 might not be there by season's end. Plus we hit some camp buzz from around the country highlighting some good news at Wisconsin, Florida, Texas, USC, Miami and more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conference chaos, upsets & dark horses: Discussing the What ifs of 2024: 8/8/24

The college football season is just a few short weeks away and McElroy dives into some of the biggest what ifs before kickoff. What if Michigan beats Ohio State again, or Nebraska misses a bowl game, or Penn State loses to West Virginia in week 1. What if Clemson beats Georgia or Alabama loses 3 games or Nico Iamaleava is a Heisman finalist. Plus injuries hit Notre Dame, Tennessee and Nebraska and we look at the impact it will have and potential replacements. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is 10-2 good enough to make the CFP?: 8/5/24

10 wins has always been the sign of a very good season and it is assumed that 10 wins should earn a berth in the 12 team CFP - not so fast my friend. McElroy goes through the SEC, BIG 10, BIG 12 and ACC to tell you that not all 10-2s are created equal. In depth breakdowns on why the BIG 12 will be a 1 bid conference, why Missouri better win at least 11 and why Notre Dame is NOT a lock at 10-2. Plus do Ohio State, Texas, Michigan, Georgia, Clemson and Alabama have anything to worry about with only 10 wins. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big 12 Tiers: Where do Utah, West Virginia & Colorado come in?: 8/1/24

Greg McElroy breaks down the tiers in the BIG 12 as four new teams enter the conference. Is there a legit National Championship contender in the conference? Will the new teams Utah, Colorado and Arizona step in and challenge right away or will Oklahoma State or Kansas State take the reins as the dominant team? Is there a sleeper in UCF or Kansas (yes that Kansas) that can make the CFP? Plus we hit the mailbag and McElroy answers if Ryan Day is in danger of being considered overrated, if FSU and Clemson will be in the ACC until 2036 and how exciting will college football be in November! | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEC Tiers: Georgia, Texas, Alabama and then WHO? : 7/29/24

Greg McElroy breaks down the tiers in the SEC as they look to return to the top of the mountain in 2024. Who can win a Natty? Well we know the traditional powers of Alabama, Georgia and Texas are all capable, but everyone needs to understand that Ole Miss CAN win the National Championship this year. Missouri, Tennessee and LSU all look to make the 12 team CFP and might if a few key pieces come together. Plus Auburn, Oklahoma, Texas A&M and, yes Florida, can all play spoiler and might make things interesting in November. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ACC Tiers: Miami, Clemson, Florida St and then WHO? : 7/25/24

The ACC has a lot of questions heading into the 2024 season - and we are only talking ON the field. McElroy breaks down the tiers of ACC teams and tells you why Clemson, Florida State and Miami are all at the top but not national title contenders (yet). Plus can NC State and Louisville crash the party and earn a CFP bid? Is the new guy SMU a threat or will it be Virginia Tech, and all their returning production, be the feel good story of the ACC in 24? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big 10 Tiers: Ohio St, Oregon, Penn St and then WHO?: 7/22/24

Greg McElroy goes through the BIG 10 and breaks down who falls into championship contention, CFP contention, dark horses, sleepers and more. Find out why McElroy has Penn State as a tier 1 team and Michigan as tier 2. Is Iowa a CFP contender and will Washington, USC and Nebraska surprise a few teams and make a move? Is conference supremacy on the line for the BIG 10 this year? Plus, Nick Saban field and the ACC claiming the toughest non conference schedule in CFB. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saban still top draw, Texas and Oklahoma ready & more SEC takeaways: 7/18/24

Nick Saban stole the show at SEC Media Days and McElroy gives you a few behind the scenes stories as the GOAT starts his full time broadcasting career. Plus, we listen back to the coaches' sound and determine if that was the truth or just coach speak - Is Georgia playing with a chip on their shoulder, has Ole Miss figured out the culture with so many transfers? Sark said this the most talented roster at Texas since he took over while Venables said the Sooners will find out if the roster is ready. Will experience help Florida and South Carolina - Napier and Beamer seem to think so. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEC Media Days wishlist: 7/15/24

SEC Media days kicks off and Greg McElroy tells you what he wants to hear during a busy week in Dallas. Georgia will be picked to win the SEC but how will teams 2 through 7 shake out, will Greg Sankey announce a 9-game conference schedule in 2026 and will the debate continue on who is the best rivalry in the SEC? Plus will Lane Kiffin deliver a few one-liners and will someone step up and make this week memorable? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg McElroys Preseason Top 10: 7/13/24

Greg McElroy gives his preseason Top 10 and explains why Ohio State is #1, why people are overreacting to Nick Sabans retirement and why Texas will meet the expectations. Plus, is Notre Dames offensive line the one thing that might hold them back and will Ole Miss and Missouri be able to repeat the success of 23? Whos overrated/underrated and will any of these teams miss the playoffs? Let the debate begin. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg McElroys Preseason Top 25 Poll: Teams 25-11: 7/8/24

Greg McElroy begins his two-episode breakdown of his top 25 preseason poll with ranking numbers 25 through 11. The most notable surprises on the list include the defending National Champion, Michigan Wolverines outside of the Top 10, USC not being ranked at all, and is Oklahoma State better than Oklahoma? Is LSU a middle of the pack team now and is Miami ready to take the next step? And should Clemson really be considered an elite team entering the season? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Texas interview: Steve Sarkisian & Greg McElroy : 6/24/24

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian talks with Greg McElroy about expectations for the Longhorns in year 1 in the SEC, a dynamic quarterback room with Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning and how the staff has worked to make Texas tough again. Coach Sarkisian also talks about the most improved position group he has seen and how he got his roster ready for SEC play. Plus, no signing day in June which surprises McElroy, Venables and Oklahoma agree to an extension, and Memphis lands a stud QB commit. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Alabama interview: Kalen DeBoer & Greg McElroy : 6/20/24

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer talks with Greg McElroy about why he decided it was good to replace Nick Saban, the first time he knew Alabama was different and the early impact Gene Stallings had. Coach DeBoer also talks about the most improved position group he has seen and how his first coaching job got him ready for Alabama. Plus, Texas recruiting keeps rolling, Les Miles sues LSU and Ohio State picks up Grambling State in 2025. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top 10 BEST non-conference games in 2024: 6/13/24

Alabama visiting Wisconsin, Georgia and Clemson facing off in Atlanta, Michigan hosting Texas are just a few of the TOP non-conference games of the 2024 season. McElroy goes through and ranks the best games and tells you why they may be more important for some teams. Plus SEC announced kickoff times for 24 season and McElroy tells you why this needs to be a NEW thing for all of College Football | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1-on-1 with Mike Norvell + games that will shape the CFP: 6/11/24

Mike Norvell joins the show and tells McElroy how the team has turned the page on last season, why the Noles culture is in great position, the strength of the O-Line, why DJ Uiagalelei is the perfect QB for Florida State this year and much more. Plus, we know the marquee games that will dominate each week of the season but what about some under the radar games that will shape the playoff - McElroy goes in depth on the games Notre Dame, West Virginia, Kansas State, Memphis, Tennessee, NC State, Ole Miss and more have to win if they want to keep their names alive for the CFP | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1-on-1 with Mario Cristobal + Miami, Nebraska & Auburn ready to bounce back : 6/6/24

Miami head coach Mario Cristobal joins Greg McElroy on the latest addition of Always College Football to talk about the improved Hurricanes roster, recruiting and picking the right transfers and what it will take for the U to get back to the top. Plus, McElroy will tell you why Nebraska, Auburn Wisconsin and TCU are in a bounce back year and Notre Dame vs Boise State in 2025 is a great move for the Irish.| Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wheel of fate for Notre Dame, Ohio State, SMU and more : 5/30/24

The Wheel' delivers some doozies like why Dave Arenda better start winning at Baylor and why Ohio State and Notre Dame have the lowest ceiling and the highest floor. SMU and Memphis are two teams to keep an eye on and can Oklahoma State really make the same jump as TCU & Washington did? Plus, a hat tip to PAC -12 after dark, Washington States GameDay hosting abilities and an unforgettable Rose Bowl. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Gundy Interview and Conference Championship Droughts That Could Break: 5/28/24

Greg is joined by Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy to discuss the state of the Oklahoma State program heading into the 2024 season. Gundy breaks down what to expect from his team this season while also discussing how the Big 12 is evolving. Plus, Greg takes a look at some surprisingly long conference championship droughts, including Oklahoma State, and discusses which droughts are most likely to snap in 2024. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Vegas right about Alabama, Iowa, Louisville and Utah? : 5/16/24

McElroy compares Vegas win totals for teams in the SEC, Big 10, ACC and BIG 12. Will it be Ole Miss, Alabama, Kansas State or Utah to make it over 9.5 wins? Can new BIG 10 member Washington make it past 7.5 wins or will Iowa hold strong and make it to 8 wins (again). Is 8 (and a half) enough for Louisville and NC State? Plus GameDay goes to Texas A&M, is it the end of walk-ons and much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Rhule interview + post-spring poll debate: 5/13/24

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule joins McElroy on Always College Football to discuss Dylan Raiola and the Husker quarterback competition, the state of the program after 1 year, why starting 5 of their 6 games at home can help this team and much more. Plus McElroy looks into post spring Top 25 polls and why they are helpful but unnecessary and we hit the mailbag regarding Brian Kelly, unlimited coaches and much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Vegas right about Auburn, Oklahoma, Nebraska & Miami?: 5/2/24

How overblown is the spring portal window?! Is it as important as some make it out to be - probably not, McElroy will explain. Plus we compare Vegas win totals for teams in the SEC, Big 10, ACC and BIG 12. Does 7.5 wins for Oklahoma, Auburn, Nebraska and USC sound right? Is it old school Clemson or portal happy Miami that will get over 9.5 wins? McElroy will break it down | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Replacing NFL draft picks at Texas, Michigan, Alabama and more : 4/29/24

McElroy goes through the top programs that had the most players drafted and tells you who has the biggest shoes to fill. Is it rinse and reload in the SEC for Georgia, Alabama, LSU (and Texas)? Can Michigan, Notre Dame, Penn State find answers on the line? Are Oregon, Washington and USC ready to reload for the Big 10? We break it down plus update BIG transfers for Miami, Kansas State and Georgia. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reggie Bush gets his Heisman back + Colorado, Oregon, Nebraska & more spring intrigue : 4/25/24

McElroy discusses Reggie Bush getting his Heisman back and where he ranks among dynamic Heisman winners since 2000. Plus Deion Sanders and Colorado prepare for another adventurous spring, Oklahoma State looks to make a move to the CFP, Oregon takes the field with Dillon Gabriel as the new leader, and quarterback battles at Nebraska, Maryland and Rutgers plus more spring storylines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Manning Dazzles, Notre Dames depth on display, USC & Michigan QB competitions + more spring takeaways: 4/22/24

Quarterbacks were the talk of spring games this weekend. Arch Manning gave Texas fans a peek into the future. CJ Carr, Steve Angeli and Kenny Minchey all looked good for Notre Dame. DJ Uiagalelei and Florida State were on display. There is a QB battle in Michigan, Jackson Arnold looked great for Oklahoma while USC begins life without Caleb Williams. McElroy gives his biggest takeaways from the weekend and updates the transfer portal for Alabama, Auburn and LSU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Portal needs for SEC teams + spring previews for Notre Dame, Michigan and more: 4/18/24

Everyone needs a defensive tackle (just look at the last 5 national champions) but what are the other positions of need for championship contenders. McElroy looks at what Alabama, LSU, Ohio State, Penn State, USC and others might go after in the transfer portal. Plus is there a Notre Dame QB to watch this weekend? Can Texas WRs step up? Is the new offense at Oklahoma and Iowa ready to hum? What will Florida State look like and so many more questions ahead of a busy spring football weekend.| Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State D, Georgia WRs, Mertz and Ward dazzle & more spring game takeaways: 4/15/24

McElroy goes over the BIG takeaways from spring games this past weekend including Milroe (and Simpson) looking good for Alabama, a dominant Ohio State defense, Cam Ward for Miami and Graham Mertz for Florida both looking good. The return of Cam Rising, the depth at Virginia Tech and Georgia, and Lane Kiffin completely changing the game with the Grove Bowl Games. Plus the transfer portal opens and we hit the mailbag | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will an 80-team SUPER League work + spring game reaction for Clemson, Auburn and more: 4/10/24

Greg McElroy and Kevin Clark combine for a special crossover podcast with Always College Football and This is Football. In this episode we focus on the Miami Hurricanes, the future of the transfer portal (and how much it impacts G5 schools), why NIL is very good for the sport and the possibility of an 80-team Super League. Plus McElroy breaks down the spring games from Auburn, Clemson, NC State and SMU. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top defenses led by Georgia & Ohio State + UCFs Gus Malzahn interview: 4/4/24

Heading into the spring games the top defenses are Ohio State, Georgia, Alabama, Clemson, Notre Dame, Michigan, Oklahoma State with a close eye on USC and LSU. McElroy breaks down why each is so good and the potential they have in 2024. Plus UCF head Coach Gus Malzahn stops by to talk about UCF year 2 in the BIG 12, why KJ Jefferson is so good and how he would LOVE to schedule at least one of Florida State, Miami or Florida every year. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy & Todd Blackledge discuss the BIG 10/SEC and the future of CFB: 4/1/24

Todd Blackledge and Greg McElroy get together and go over everything from conference expansion to SEC vs BIG 10 rivalry to NIL and the new College Football Playoff. Is Penn State now the 4th best team in the BIG 10? What is Notre Dames future and how can the ACC and BIG 12 keep up with the Power 2? Blackledge and McElroy cover it all. Plus we hit the mailbag and answer questions about Riley Leonard, Deion Sanders and Colorado's expectations, and who could be the surprise team in 2024. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colorado, Tennessee, Texas, Florida State and more spring questions + CFP expansion?!: 3/18/24

Texas, Florida State, USC, Colorado, Texas A&M, Iowa, Oklahoma and many more kick off spring practice and McElroy gives ONE big question he is hoping gets answered for each team this spring. Plus CFP expansion is secured. Was it the right move for the SEC and BIG TEN? Trev Alberts moves from Nebraska to Texas A&M, what impact will that have plus is Friday Night College Football going to be a thing? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Freeman on Notre Dames spring + the PERFECT CFB Week 1 schedule : 3/11/24

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins the show to preview the spring with Greg and talks expectations for the third year coach. Greg then gives his PERFECT Week 1 schedule for the upcoming college football season using his non-conference scheduling layout giving us Ohio State vs Texas, an Alabama/Michigan rematch and so much more. Plus, McElroy poses one big spring practice question for Penn State, Oregon and others. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama, Ohio State & more spring updates + we fix the CFB regular season schedule: 3/7/24

Alabama, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Florida and many others have started spring practice this week and McElroy looks at ONE big question for each team they hope to answer before spring practice ends. Plus we might have fixed the college football regular season schedule to help determine who is actually the best & most dominant conference, but will the SEC & BIG Ten and other conferences actually accept and adapt to it? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why the SEC and BIG TEN are pushing for a 14 team playoff: 3/4/24

The SEC and BIG TEN are leading a charge for a 14 team playoff in 2026 - and we havent even had a 12 team playoff yet. McElroy discusses the issues with the 14 teams (and automatic qualifiers) and why so many people in the sport have a problem with it. Plus Miami and Cincinnati kick off spring practice with the same question regarding quarterback production, McElroy explains. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big shoes to fill at USC, LSU, Michigan, Florida State and more: 2/29/24

Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye headline a fantastic quarterback draft class, but who will take their place at USC, LSU and UNC respectively next year? McElroy breaks it down and takes a look at who else has big shoes to fill at places like Michigan, Florida State, Oregon, Oklahoma, Notre Dame and more. Plus spring practice has started for Auburn, Missouri and BYU and McElroy has one question he wants answered from each team. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McElroy & Finebaum talk CFP model, new changes coming, the NCAAs lack of power and more : 2/27/24

McElroy and Paul Finebaum get together to discuss the NCAA and what power they have over CFB, the college football 5 +7 playoff model and if Notre Dame really has any issues with it. Is 12 the right number and if there is more expansion, are conference championship games a thing of the past. Plus Eric Bieniemy is back in college, how big is the loss of McGee for Georgia and Sarkasian earns an extension at Texas. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One fair statement about each SEC team right now: 2/15/24

The CFP is staying on ESPN for the next six years but why havent we finalized the 5 + 7 model - McElroy will explain. Plus one fair statement for each SEC team - why Alabamas offense will be under a microscope, why Georgias defense will dominate again and how the pressure Texas, Missouri, Tennessee and Florida are under might make or break a fan base's trust. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We draft 3 new conferences: Where do Alabama, Texas & Ohio State fall: 2/12/24

On this installment of Always College Football, Greg plays the czar of college football and with the help from Mark and Jack draft three NEW 12 team conferences for the sport. Every team is on the table, rivalries and location are a factor, who goes where and when? Plus what does it mean for the sport when Chip Kelly leaves UCLA for an OC spot as Ohio State and more changes in Tuscaloosa for Alabama. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Always College Football: CFP chances for the ACC, BIG 12 and Notre Dame : 2/8/24

Is the ACC between Florida State, Miami and Clemson, if so which of those three has the best chance to make the College Football Playoff in 2024? Plus will Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame take the next step and make the CFP? Who from the revamped BIG 12 is primed to take the conference and make the CFP, is it Oklahoma State, Kansas State or one of the new teams like Arizona or Utah? Also McElroy discusses what the ESPN, Fox & Warner collaboration mean for college football | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CFP chances for the ACC, BIG 12 and Notre Dame : 2/8/24

The QB Conundrum & Conspiracy Theory Heading Into The 2024 NFL Draft: 2/6/24

NFL Analyst Matt Miller joins The Matt Barrie Show to talk through the 2024 NFL Mock Draft, which QBs like Caleb Williams will make a big splash, sleeper picks and even discuss the Senior Bowl breakdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEC & BIG 10 partner to take control of CFB: 2/5/24

The SEC and BIG 10 announced a joint partnership to address issues within College Football and McElroy is here to help explain it all. Will either conference be aggressive in future expansion? Will Notre Dame be forced to join a conference sooner rather than later? What is the future of the 12 team College Football Playoff (and automatic qualifiers) and so much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Januarys biggest winners: The SEC, Michigan, Texas and&: 2/1/24

McElroy and Matt Barrie go through the biggest winners from a wild month in College Football. We know Michigan is the biggest winner with the Natty but the guys tell you why Ohio State, Penn State, USC were also big winners in the Big 10. Plus with Saban retired, Kirby Smart and Georgia are now the clear #1 program, while LSU, Texas and everyone else in the SEC took a big sigh of relief with a different outlook on the future. Also, Florida State and Miami took big transfers in January which makes them BIG winners. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Oregon and Ohio State locks to make the CFP in 24? : 1/29/24

Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA will make their way to the BIG 10 - who will be most prepared to make the CFP from that group? Plus Ohio State feels like a lock for the CFP - can Michigan (with a new HC get back), is Penn State ready to take the next step? Is there a surprise team in Wisconsin, Nebraska or Iowa? McElroy breaks it all down plus why is Texas still getting mad at horns down? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Reason(s) Jim Harbaugh Left MichiganThe Real Reason(s) Jim Harbaugh Left Michigan: 1/25/24

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt presents his reasons as to why Jim Harbaugh left the Michigan Wolverines for a job in the NFL with the LA Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harbaugh to the NFL. Whats his CFB legacy and whats next for Michigan?: 1/25/24

Jim Harbaugh is going back to the NFL this time with the Los Angeles Chargers. McElroy looks at Harbaughs legacy in college football, what's next for Michigan, who benefits the most from him moving on and what Michigan may have learned from Nick Saban retiring just two weeks ago. Plus Washington holds on to a QB, LSU finds an OC and Arizona has more changes. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who from the SEC is in the best position to make the 12-team CFP: 1/22/24

52 weeks from NOW the National Champion will be crowned in Atlanta. McElroy takes an early look at 8 SEC teams and what chances each of them have in making the first ever 12-team CFP. Is Georgia a lock? Will Texas and Oklahoma be able to jump into the SEC and make the CFP? Can Alabama and Kalen DeBoer make a statement in season 1? Is there a sleeper in Ole Miss, Missouri and Tennessee? Plus Ohio State is on a tear right now and more news from around the college football world | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabamas patience, Washingtons transition and more coaching questions: 1/18/24

12 programs have new head coaches and we ask the 1 BIG question for each coach and program. Will the fans (and media) have patience for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama? Can Texas A&M win consistently under Elko? Can the new B1G coaches deliver immediately? Plus McElroy talks the ALL the players leaving Alabama in the transfer portal and what the May portal window might bring | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Always College Football: Alabamas patience, Washingtons transition and more coaching questions: 1/18/24

The Nick Saban Retirement Aftershock Continues: 1/17/24

On the latest edition of The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to talk big picture about the College Football season and Nick Sabans retirement and the fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State loading up, Michigans future, Washington's present: 1/15/24

Will Jim Harbaugh jump to the NFL and is J.J.McCarthy declaring for the NFL draft a sign? Ohio State is loading up in 24 and Jedd Fisch heads to Washington. Alabamas offensive staff is coming together while Miami found their QB in Cam Ward. Plus Texas and Oregon pick up some huge commitments. McElroy is here to break it all down and tell you what it means for each program. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kalen DeBoer named Alabama head coach: 1/12/24

Greg McElroy gives his instant analysis and reaction to Kalen DeBoer being named the Alabama Head Coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryce Young and McElroy share stories about playing for Saban at Alabama: 1/11/24

Heisman trophy winner Bryce Young joins Greg McElroy to share a few stories about what it is like to play quarterback at Alabama under the legend. How was that 1st team meeting with Saban, how were those lake trips and what was Saban like after he won a National Championship? McElroy shares some stories and tells you who the Tide might be looking at as the next Head Coach. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Harbaugh, Michigan get it done - National Champions : 1/9/24

For the first time since 1997 Michigan is the National Champion and Greg McElroy is here to give his instant reaction. The defense was stout, flustring Michael Penix all night while the run game led by Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards was dominant. Plus what does this win mean for college football, Michigan and Jim Harbaugh's legacy - McElroy explains | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will it be Washington's defense or Michigan's offense that is the difference in the game: 1/7/24

Dan Mullen has called plays in National Title games and he gives his insight on what to expect from both Michigan and Washington's offenses and how they prepared for the game. Booger breaks down the advantages that Michigan might have on Washington and what the Huskies can do to flip the script. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Harbaugh & Michigan get it done or is Washington primed for a Natty: 1/6/24

Michigan and Washington have made it to Houston. Greg McElroy is joined by Matt Barrie and Stanford Steve to cover everything from the differences between Harbaugh and DeBoer to gambling lines and trends to keep an eye on. Plus McElroy goes over the injury report and what he learned from the media day today. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Washington vs Michigan for the National Championship preview: 1/5/24

Washington and Michigan are both looking for their 1st titles since the 90s. Both bring in perfect 14-0 records but thats where the similarities stop. McElroy breaks down Washingtons strong offense led by Michael Penix Jr vs Michigans dominant defense and other keys to the game. Plus we look at how the CFP Championship teams were built and McElroy shares a hilarious Jim Harbaugh story. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Huge Missed Opportunity For Texas?: 1/2/24

On The Matt Barrie Show, Sam Acho joins Matt to talk through the Sugar Bowl, where Washington prevailed over Texas to face Michigan in the College Football Playoff National Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama Were Overvalued & Michigans Resentment: 1/2/24

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins Matt to talk about the College Football Playoff semifinals, in particular the Rose Bowl where Alabama fell to Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan takes down Alabama & Washington holds off Texas : 1/2/24

Michigan wins their first first ever CFP game by stuffing Alabama in overtime and winning the biggest game for the Wolverines this century. Washington held off a furious Texas rally setting up a fresh National Championship of future B1G foes. McElroy gives his instant analysis on the huge wins for the Wolverines and Huskies | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama/Michigan & Washington/Texas previews: 12/29/23

Can Michigan run on Alabama or will the Crimson Tide hit the deep shots on Michigan and make it a shoot out? Will Texas and Washington be a high scoring game or will the defenses step up? McElroy gives you the most in depth breakdowns of both College Football Playoff semifinals. Plus will Tennessee, LSU and Oregon get needed bowl wins. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CFP previews and Florida State reaction with Josh Pate: 12/27/23

Josh Pate joins Greg McElroy to discuss the impact of Florida State suing the ACC and what impact it will have on the conference and all of CFB moving forward. Plus McElroy and Pate dive into the Alabama/Michigan and Texas/Washington games. Also McElroy breaks down the Penn State/Ole Miss and Missouri/Ohio State games and talks coaching changes, portal moves and so much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Sarkisian previews the Texas/Washington CFP game: 12/21/23

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian joins McElroy and talks about how proud he is of his team, what it means to play in the CFP, the crazy schedule he has to keep this time of year and if he will add a play at the last minute before the Sugar Bowl. Plus McElroy breaks down the Longhorns and all their strengths, what needs to change with the CFB schedule and some gambling tips for your holiday week. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Washington win it all? Plus is Chip Kelly on to something & Ole Miss is the PORTAL king: 12/18/23

Brock Huard joins McElroy to break down everything ahead of the Washington Huskies CFP game against Texas. Can Penix and Odunze find success? Will the Huskies O-Line control the game, is the defense ready for the Longhorns? Brock Huard helps answer them all. Plus is Chip Kelly on to something and has Ole Miss taken the next step thanks to the transfer portal from contender to favorite? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do Not Toy With A Scholarship & Everyone Wants It Yesterday: 12/15/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Tom Luginbill joins to talk about the latest from around college footballs recruiting news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FSU Fans Still Upset & SEC Schedule Nuances : 12/14/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to talk about all the latest from the SEC Schedule Release, Bowl games and of course the College Football Playoff matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024 SEC Schedule Reaction: what to make of schedules for Georgia, Texas, Florida, Alabama & more: 12/14/23

Greg is joined by Cole Cubelic to react to the entire 2024 SEC schedule release. McElroy and Cubelic discuss Florida and Georgias brutal schedules, when the Welcome to the SEC moments are for Texas and Oklahoma, a balanced slate for Alabama, a gettable schedule for Ole Miss and more. Plus, McElroy does an Alabama deep dive and reacts to the latest portal news out of Austin. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Always College Football: How Michigan got to #1 + Top 10 Bowl games : 12/11/23

Michigan, led by J.J. McCarthy and vicious defense, are the #1 team in America heading into the CFP. McElroy takes a look back and tells you why they have been so dominant, what they do well and what to expect from Harbaugh's team against Alabama. Plus we rank our Top 10 bowl games we cant wait to see and tell you why among others Georgia/FSU, Arizona/Oklahoma and even Kansas UNLV are all exciting. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Michigan got to #1 + Top 10 Bowl games : 12/11/23

Michigan, led by J.J. McCarthy and a vicious defense, are the #1 team in America heading into the CFP. McElroy takes a look back and tells you why they have been so dominant, what they do well and what to expect from Harbaugh's team against Alabama. Plus we rank our Top 10 bowl games we cant wait to see and tell you why among others Georgia/FSU, Arizona/Oklahoma and even Kansas UNLV are all exciting. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama IN & FSU Out Of College Football Playoff!: 12/3/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap the College Football Playoff top four reveal, which features Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will get left out: Alabama, Florida State or Texas?: 12/3/23

Alabama upsets Georgia, Texas dominates Oklahoma State and Florida State holds on to beat Louisville. All three teams have a claim for a CFP berth but not all will get in. McElroy breaks down who he thinks the committee will take plus what it means for this weekends other big winners - Michigan and Washington. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama/Georgia, Oregon/Washington and more championship game previews: 11/30/23

Championship weekend is here and McElroy gives you the most in depth breakdowns you will find. Can Alabama pull off the upset over Georgia and (maybe) knock the Dawgs out of the CFP? Will Michigan have any trouble with Iowa? Will Florida State answer the bell and finish undefeated? Will it be Washington or Oregon punching their ticket to the CFP and will Texas do enough to impress the committee? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Florida State, Texas & Alabama issue plus more rankings reaction : 11/29/23

The final regular season CFP rankings are out and there are A LOT of questions heading into championship weekend. Can Alabama win and get in or do they need help? If Texas wins should they stay ahead of the Tide? Can Ohio State sneak in without playing this weekend? McElroy breaks down a few scenarios and what needs to happen for the committee to have an easy job. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama, Michigan, Texas & the PAC 12 all delivered : 11/27/23

Michigan is the standard in the B1G (and maybe CFB), Ryan Day and Ohio State have some soul searching to do, Alabama wins ugly - could it hurt their ranking? Plus Texas is hitting a stride, Florida State did what it had to do and Texas A&M, Michigan State and Mississippi State all got their guys. McElroy discusses all this plus much more. | Always College Football

Alabama Miracle & Ric Flair Hits Out at Finebaum: 11/26/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap a wild Week 13 slate of college football action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FSU Fallout? The Storylines Galore For Championship Weekend: 11/26/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt mixes up his favorite Sunday beverage to deep-dive into the college football action from Week 13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan wins (AGAIN), Georgia and Washington survive & Alabamas miracle: 11/26/23

Michigan beat Ohio State (again), Alabama wins on the corner prayer in Jordan Hare, Oregon and Texas looked dominant over the weekend while Florida State, Georgia and Washington survived scares to stay alive in the CFP race. McElroy breaks it all down in a wild rivalry week. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State/Michigan, Iron Bowl and more previews + CFP Reaction : 11/22/23

Michigan and Ohio State are ready to headline a HUGE weekend. Its not just The Game'' that we preview, McElroy goes in depth on the Iron Bowl, the Apple Cup AND clean old fashioned hate. Plus are Florida State and Oregon on upset alert, who will play Texas in the BIG 12 Championship and was the CFP committee right to move Florida State down. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dont doubt Florida State; Ohio State & Michigan are ready + more takeaways: 11/20/23

Michigan and Ohio State had their final tuneup from The Game what questions do they have? Georgia flexed on Tennessee (and the rest of CFB), Florida State controls their destiny in the CFP without Jordan Travis, Texas has to win BIG to show they belong and the Heisman race is down to 3 - Daniels, Nix and Penix. Will the bigger marquee games out West tip the balance? Plus more takeaways from a wild Saturday| Always College Football

Michigan Are Out?! Sam Pittman Is Safe At Arkansas?: 11/19/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt once again indulges on his favorite Sunday beverage while recapping Week 12s action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigans False Bravado + FSU No Longer Top 4: 11/19/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap the biggest happenings from Week 12s slate of action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia dominates, Michigan escapes & Florida State deals with the Travis injury: 11/19/23

Georgia just looks different and thats scary for everyone else in CFB. Ohio State wins big, Michigan survives, Oregon dominates, Texas comes up big in the 4th quarter, Missouri finds a way and Louisville holds on against Miami. Plus McElroy goes in depth on the Jordan Travis injury and if it should impact their ranking. | Always College Football

Road tests for Georgia, Texas, Washington plus more previews: 11/16/23

Six of the top 10 teams are on the road this weekend including Georgia, Washington, Oregon and Texas - can any of the home teams pull off a major upset? Can Louisville get their 1st ever win IN Miami, and will North Carolina get a win AT Clemson? The Big 12 race will get clearer this weekend and what will Michigan do at Rutgers and who will be on the sideline? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia is #1, trouble looming for Florida State and Texas & more ranking takeaways: 11/15/23

Georgia jumps Ohio State as the #1 team and McElroy is here to tell you why that is OK. Plus will the #1 seed definitely come from the SEC or Big 10, should Florida State be worried, can Texas run the table and are Washington and Oregon ready to jump into the top 4. McElroy hits some chaos scenarios and tells you why it stinks that coaches like Deion Sanders and Dan Lanning have to answer questions about open coaching jobs. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan & Georgia are bullies, trouble in Texas and more takeaways: 11/13/23

Michigan and Georgia look a little better than everyone else, Alabama keeps improving each week, Texas has some big (RB) shoes to fill, Washington is in a gauntlet, the Heisman is heating up with Daniels, Nix, Penix and Harrison taking the lead, Jimbos dismissal was a long time coming and the pressure to win in the SEC is crazy. All those takeaways plus more from Greg McElroy. | Always College Football

Cheers to Nick Saban, Washington + Jimbo Fisher Is Out At A&M: 11/12/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt indulges in his Bloody Mary concoction while recapping Week 11s action in college football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fisher out at A&M; Alabama, Michigan, Ohio State and Georgia LOOK like the 4 best teams: 11/12/23

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Jimbo Fisher News Steals Headlines: 11/12/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum recaps Week 11s action with Matt, headlined by the Jimbo Fisher breaking news at Texas A&M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigans first test, Ole Miss with 'nothing to lose' vs Georgia & more previews : 11/9/23

Will Michigan be able to pass their first test of the season or will Penn State break through? Ole Miss has nothing to lose against Georgia, Alabama and Texas look to pass a tricky road test, dont think Florida State knows they are going to get Miamis best shot, such a big weekend and McElroy is here to break it all down. Plus who is on upset alert and who can clinch a conference game appearance. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 11 is a SHOW ME week for Michigan, Georgia & Ole Miss: 11/8/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Dan Mullen joins to go in-depth ahead of Week 11s slate of college football action, headlined by Michigan vs. Penn State, Georgia vs. Ole Miss and Washington vs. Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resume or eye test for Texas, Alabama & Oregon? McElroy and Danny Kanell discuss: 11/8/23

Is the committee putting resume or eye test as the priority and what should it be? McElroy discusses. Plus Danny Kanell joins the show and the guys discuss if it is right that Ohio State stays #1, what to expect from Alabama, Texas and Oregon, and why anyone can win the National Championship. Plus is it good that the Michigan scandal is sucking the air out of CFB and who is ready for Florida State vs Miami. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama Are National Championship Favorites : 11/5/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap Week 10 where Alabama defeated LSU, trouble brewing for Jimbo Fisher, Georgias win over Missouri, the state of Michigan under Jim Harbaugh and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Story To Keep An Eye On + SEC Shake-Up: 11/5/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, indulges in his beverage of choice while recapping the week that was during Week 10 of the College Football season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama, Georgia, Texas and Washington pass BIG tests & more reaction: 11/5/23

Alabama took control of the SC West by knocking off LSU, Washington held on against USC, Texas escaped the upset from Kansas State in overtime and Georgia showed their dominance against Missouri. Plus Ohio State, Oklahoma State and Ole Miss get HUGE wins and more from Statement Saturday. | Always College Football

Alabama/LSU, The LAST Bedlam a Georgia test and more previews: 11/2/23

Can Oklahoma State ruin Oklahomas season in the last scheduled Bedlam? Can Brian Kelly and LSU really beat Alabama 2 years in a row? Will Notre Dame and Ole Miss keep their NY6 hopes alive and is this the LAST stand for USC to save their season. So much on the line as McElroy previews week 10 in college football.

Colin Cowherd and McElroy breakdown the CFP Rankings: 11/2/23

McElroy and Colin Cowherd give their initial reaction to the 1st College Football Playoff rankings. Was Ohio State the right #1 and why no love for the PAC 12? Is Alabama in the perfect position and can Georgia run the November gauntlet? Plus how great is the 12 team playoff going to be and should Dabo have to defend himself to Clemson fans. | Always College Football

Ohio State No. 1 + A Big Surprise For Michigan & Georgia: 10/31/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins for a special edition to recap the first College Football Playoff Rankings of the year, which sees Ohio State come in at No. 1 on the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will be #1 in the CFP poll and can Oregon WIN the Natty?: 10/30/23

McElroy tells you what the initial CFP rankings WILL look like plus we look back at what we learned from last month like Georgia looking unstoppable, Oklahoma needing a short memory because the BIG 12 is A LOT more interesting, Ohio State needs to find some offense in November, and Oregon looking like a legit National Title contender. | Always College Football

Jimbo Fisher Headlines + Georgia Opinions: 10/29/23

Matt Barrie recaps Week 9s slate of college football action, headlined by Kansas big win over Oklahoma, the Pac-12 and Big 12 needing to be careful and assess what Jimbo Fisher had to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Changing The Georgia Tune + CFP Sub-plots: 10/29/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to discuss the latest action from around college football, including Georgias win over Florida, the College Football Playoff Rankings, the latest with Michigan and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia, Florida State and Oregon impress - down goes Oklahoma: 10/29/23

Georgia kept up their domination over Florida, Oregon showed everyone that they are a legit National Title contender and Florida State just keeps rolling on. What does Oklahomas loss mean for their CFP hopes and tobacco road takes a beating and gives one out thanks to NC State. | Always College Football

Georgia/Florida, Oregon/Utah, Ohio State/Wisconsin and more previews: 10/26/23

Georgia and Florida hit the Worlds Largest Outdoor Cocktail party - will the Dawgs hold off a hungry Gator team? Oregon and Utah play in a CFP elimination game out West, Duke and Louisville square off in an ACC showdown and Tennessee looks to right their road issues against Kentucky. Plus Giant Killers, things to keep an eye on and more previews | Always College Football

Best resume in CFB - Florida St, Ohio St, Oklahoma or someone else?: 10/25/23

McElroy breaks down the best resumes in college football at this point and tells you what the committee will be looking at when the rankings come out next week. Plus is it Michigan vs the world right now and would Caleb Williams REALLY skip the rest of the season because USC cant win a title or was someone just looking for headlines? | Always College Football

Alabama getting dangerous, Michigan should be #1, and other takeaways from week 8: 10/23/23

McElroy goes over The Top 10 and tells you why Michigan should be #1, to watch out IF Alabama ever puts together 60 minutes, that bad days happen to good teams (Oklahoma, Texas and Washington), that Tennessee and Penn State are still good but have issues and the rest of the 10 Takeaways from week 8 | Always College Football

Nick Sabans Masterclass & A New No. 1 Team: 10/22/23

Paul Finebaum joins The Matt Barrie Show to recap Alabama vs. Tennessee, Sam Pittmans future with Arkansas, Ohio State vs. Penn State and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas, Oklahoma, Washington survive & advance, UNC not so much: 10/22/23

The BIG 12 stays alive for a CFP berth with Texas and Oklahoma winning close games against Houston and UCF. The ACC is now banking on Florida State after UNCs stunning loss to Virginia. Washington, Oregon and Utah separate themselves out West. Alabama and Ohio State win BIG home games and so much more in a wild week 8 | Always College Football

Michigan Are No. 1, Substance Overrates Sizzle: 10/22/23

On Week 8 of Sunday Bloody Sunday on The Matt Barrie Show, Matt talks through North Carolinas terrible loss, Alabamas win over Tennessee, Michigan being the best team in the country and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peyton Manning talks Tennessee vs Alabama, victory cigars and much more: 10/19/23

Peyton Manning joins Greg McElroy to preview the Tennessee vs Alabama game, what its like rushing the field and the chances the Vols have AT Alabama this season. Plus McElroy breaks down Penn State trying to get a win at Ohio State, Florida State hosting a feisty Duke team, USC looking to bounce back against Utah and so much more. | Always College Football

Oklahoma surprises, Alabama questions & other mid-season storylines : 10/18/23

Is Oklahoma the surprise of the season so far or is it the depth of the ACC? Can Alabama answer offensive questions and get to Atlanta? Will Clemson turn it around and the BIG 12 is being carried by Oklahoma and Texas - can the others step up in the 2nd half of the season? McElroy gives you his mid-season storylines plus answers the mail AND goes through the CFP Eliminator | Always College Football

Florida State, Washington & Tennessee are getting better, Texas A&M and Colorado are NOT!: 10/16/23

Florida State keeps winning games and getting better each week, Tennessee is winning with defense and a ground game, Washington and Oregon both look really good (Washington obviously a little better), Notre Dame has guts and USC needs a program evaluation. Plus what to make of Colorado and Texas A&M after another disappointing weekend. All that and more takeaways from a wild week 7. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enough With The Analytics & The State of the SEC East And West: 10/15/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt recaps Week 7s action while enjoying a Bloody Mary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Washingtons HUGE win, Alabama survives, Notre Dame dominates and more takeaways: 10/15/23

Washington took control of the PAC 12 and Michael Penix leads the Heisman race after the Huskies beat the Ducks. Notre Dame destroyed USC, The B1G powerhouses took care of business, Alabama survived a late scare from Arkansas and the ACC is now down to Florida State and North Carolina. Plus much more instant reaction from a wild week 7 | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon vs. Washington GAUNTLET & Miami vs. UNC : 10/12/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Dan Mullen joins to lookahead to Week 7s slate of College Football action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conference chaos scenarios for ACC, B1G and PAC 12: 10/11/23

The college football season enters week 7, McElroy runs through the CFP eliminator as we dwindle down the teams that might make it. Plus, there are some interesting scenarios developing with Ohio State, Penn State and Michigan in B1G and Florida State, North Carolina and Louisville in ACC and pretty much everything in the PAC 12. Also we hit the midweek mailbag AND give hope to Miami, Notre Dame and Texas fans. | Always College Footbal

Oklahoma is BACK, ACC is deep & Carson Beck is for real + much more: 10/9/23

What did we learn this past weekend: Oklahoma and Texas put on a show for the ages and it probably wont be the last time they play this season. Alabama keeps finding ways to win, Ohio State is a defensive team, Michigan looks unstoppable, Carson Beck and Caleb Williams are both leading their teams to wins but one team has a MUCH higher ceiling and so much more. Plus McElroy gives his TOP 10 and explains why he has Louisville right there. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Difficulties Trusting Alabama & Miamis Stupidity: 10/8/23

Paul Finebaum joins The Matt Barrie Show to recap Week 6s college football action, including Miamis terrible play-calling, Caleb Williams leads USC to a triple-OT win, Alabamas win over Texas A&M and Oklahomas statement win over Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alabama Headed To The SEC Championship?: 10/8/23

Matt Barrie enjoys a Bloody Mary and recaps Week 6, where Alabama top Texas A&M, Miami fumble the bag (literally) and the entirety of the SEC West is open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oklahoma, Michigan, Georgia and Alabama separate from the pack: 10/8/23

Oklahoma beats Texas in a classic, USC hangs on, Miami loses in a heartbreaker, Notre Dame gets destroyed by Louisville and the SEC is Alabama and Georgia just like we thought it would be. Instant reaction from McElroy from a fantastic week 6. | Always College Football

SEC Battles, Texas/Oklahoma and other week 6 previews : 10/5/23

The Red River Rivalry is back with everything on the line - will it be Texas or Oklahoma owning Dallas? Can Texas A&M upset Alabama at home? Does Kentucky have a puncher's chance on the road at Georgia? Is LSU on upset alert? Will Notre Dame make it 2 in a row on the road and what should we expect from Michigan, Miami and USC? McElroy gets you read for week 6. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Texas, Florida State and Ohio State are above other National Title contenders: 10/4/23

We turn to October and look at legit teams that can make the CFP and win a Natty. Impressive early season teams like Texas, Florida State and Ohio State look good while defending champ Georgia is giving people more questions than answers. Will Notre Dame, Alabama or Texas A&M be able to run the table? We look back at OUR preseason Top 25 and tell what picks were SMART and what picks were DUMB. Plus we hit the midweek mailbag and tell you what we hate and love about CFB this week. | Always College Football

Texas A&M May Get One Over On Alabama : 10/4/23

Matt Barrie and Dan Mullen preview Week 6s slate of action, including Alabama vs. Texas A&M, LSU vs. Missouri, Oklahoma vs. Texas, Kentucky vs. Georgia and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College GameDay: Week 5 Recap; Georgia Escapes Jordan-Hare; Caleb Williams Star Gen-Z QB: 10/2/23

Ryan McGee and Marty Smith invade the College GameDay Podcast with Rece Davis and Pete Thamel on assignment. The guys discuss undefeated Kentucky facing undefeated Georgia this weekend, which team is the true No. 1 in the land, Oklahoma quieting getting it going, Nick Saban delegating, fake accents and Mark Stoops making bourbon. Then, Paolo Uggetti stops by to talk about USC-Colorado, Caleb Williams as the first Gen-Z star quarterback, and the mood in Southern California and USC and UCLA prepare to enter the Big ten. 1:32 - Upcoming battle of undefeateds with Kentucky @ Georgia 8:00 - Whos the best team in the country? 14:02 - Notre Dame downs Duke, Riley Leonard update 16:38 - The scene in Lexington for Marty & McGee 20:27 - Alabama takes care of Mississippi State 23:51 - Most difficult part of being a head coach 28:45 - Paolo Uggetti, their thoughts after visiting Boulder 33:07 - Caleb Williams is the first Gen-Z star QB 38:34 - Mood in SoCal as USC and UCLA head toward B1G move

Marty & McGee - 9/30: 10/2/23

Marty & McGee from Lexington, Ky., on Saturday, September 30, 2023.

SEC taking shape, Texas rolling, Notre Dames CFP chances: 10/2/23

Texas and Oklahoma took care of business last week and now are setting up a Red River Rivalry like the good ol days. Alabama is shaping up and travels to Texas A&M who now looks a little better with Max Johnson. USC and LSU both have defensive issues, Penn State and Washington can not sleep walk through any more games and Notre Dame escapes Duke and keeps their CFP chances alive. What else did we learn from week 5? | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lane Kiffins Signature Win & The SEC West Frontrunner: 10/1/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap Week 5s action including Ole Miss huge win over LSU, Texas A&M and Alabamas wins. Plus Finebaum thinks USCs defense is a complete fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia & USC hang on, Notre Dames epic win, Texas domination: 10/1/23

Georgia, USC and Washington hang on to win tough road games. Ole Miss eliminates LSU from the playoff and we just got to October. Notre Dame comes back and tears Dukes heart out and Texas domination continues,McElroy gives his reaction to it all | Always College Football

18 Teams Can Make the College Football Playoff: 10/1/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt chimes in on Sunday Bloody Sunday to recap Week 5 in College Football, where he feels a solid 18 teams could challenge to be in the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 5 previews: Georgia, LSU, Michigan, Notre Dame & USC look for road wins : 9/28/23

Huge PAC 12 matchups this weekend as Utah visits Colorado and USC heads to Boulder. Notre Dame tries to right the ship at Duke who is 4-0, the Deep Souths Oldest rivalry, Michigan heads to Nebraska for just the 5th time ever, Either LSU or Ole Miss will separate themselves in the SEC West and some much more in our week 5 preview. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deion Sanders On Upset Alert + LSU vs. Ole Miss Is Must See: 9/27/23

On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt and Dan Mullen preview Week 5s action, headlined by Ole Miss vs. LSU, Colorado vs. USC and theres even an upset alert special in the works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Holtz & Day to Lanning & Prime the CFB storylines we didnt know we needed: 9/27/23

Emotions are running HIGH in college football this season between Coach Prime, Dan Lanning, Ryan Day and others - McElroy tells you why its a good thing for the sport and why CFB feels like WWE! Plus, after 4 weeks we have a pretty good idea of who could make the CFP - but will Georgia and Michigan hang on or will Texas, USC,Penn State, Washington and so many others make the move. Also we hit the midweek mailbag and what we love and hate about CFB right now. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marty & McGee - 9/23: 9/25/23

Marty & McGee from College Station, Texas on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

College Football Week 4 Recap; Dan Lanning & Ryan Day Get Petty; Pac-12 the Best Conference?: 9/25/23

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel discuss coaches getting petty with Dan Lannings pregame speech and Ryan Days postgame interview. Plus, did Ryan Day know that Lou Holtz was being interviewed by Lou Holtz? And is Lane Kiffin a low talker? Then, Ryan McGee stops by to talk about Kiffin missing his chance against Nick Saban, Notre Dame only have 10 men on the field at the end of the game, if the Pac-12 is the best conference, and GameDay heading to Duke. [4:24] Dan Lanning's pregame speech [7:25] Ryan Day's postgame interview [13:55] Lou Holtz interviewing Lou Holtz [21:55] Coaching sensitivity [24:55] Lane Kiffin "low talking" [28:36] Ryan McGee [34:20] Kiffin's missed opportunity vs. Saban [42:08] Notre Dame with only 10 men on the field [48:21] Notre Dame's "choice" error [51:37] Ohio State-Texas line [1:01:48] Pac-12 the best conference? [1:06:53] GameDay goes to Duke

Ryan Day speeches, Clemson & Alabama play calling + McElroys Top 10: 9/25/23

McElroy gives his Top 10 with Washington as his #1 team in the country. Plus we talk about the 10 things we learned this past weekend including, Marcus Freeman learning on the job, Ryan Day listening to the outside noise, the SEC West is a 3 team race, the ACC is really good, defense might win a championship this year and much more | Always College Football

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