SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler

24-Team College Football Playoff?! Why Expansion Might Actually Be a Good ThingA 24-team College Football Playoff could be coming, and college football fans aren't happy. But is there a silver lining to expanding the CFP again?On today's episode of SEC Conference Call, Chris Marler reacts to reports that college football's postseason could eventually expand from 12 teams to 24. While the immediate reaction has been overwhelmingly negative, Chris explains why the potential changes aren't necessarily all bad.First, there's plenty to be frustrated about.Between NIL, the transfer portal, conference realignment, and repeated playoff expansion, college football has undergone massive changes in a short period of time. Chris discusses why fans feel ignored, how the SEC may have surrendered leverage in negotiations with the Big Ten, and whether a larger playoff would further diminish the importance of the regular season.But there's another side to the argument.Could a 24-team playoff create more meaningful postseason games? Instead of traditional bowl matchups filled with opt-outs and transfer portal departures, fans could get playoff games featuring teams like Tennessee, USC, LSU, Utah, Missouri, and Kentucky with something significant on the line.Chris also explains why expanding the postseason could keep more college football programs relevant throughout November and December, rather than limiting the national championship conversation to the same handful of teams.Is a 24-team College Football Playoff too much? Or could expansion actually improve the sport's postseason?It's another edition of SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler, your daily 10-minute podcast covering all things SEC and college football.Subscribe and follow for new episodes every Monday through Friday!

Why Does Everybody Hate LSU?! Will Wade Controversy & 3 Huge SEC Week 7 MatchupsDoes everybody really hate LSU? Chris Marler is starting to think so.On today's episode of SEC Conference Call, Chris reacts to the national backlash surrounding LSU basketball coach Will Wade after heavy fog in Baton Rouge prevented the Tigers from traveling to SEC Basketball Media Days in Birmingham.Despite the weather conditions, Wade faced widespread criticism for missing the event, leading Chris to question whether some of the negativity surrounding LSU has gotten completely out of hand.Plus, there's another developing LSU storyline involving the SEC's ongoing legal dispute over player eligibility and the possibility of conference expulsion being discussed in court filings.Then we turn our attention to three of the biggest position matchups in SEC Week 7.First, can LSU's dominant defensive line overwhelm Mississippi State's offensive line? Chris examines Princewill Umanmielen's impressive season, the Bulldogs' protection issues, and injury concerns surrounding Kamario Taylor and Fluff Bothwell.Next, Alabama heads to Neyland Stadium for the Third Saturday in October. Can Tennessee take advantage of an Alabama secondary that has struggled to prevent explosive passing plays?Finally, Ole Miss hosts Missouri in a matchup featuring one of the SEC's most productive rushing attacks against a Rebels defense that has struggled to stop the run. Can Jamal Roberts keep rolling, or has Pete Golding's defense figured things out?It's another packed episode of SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler — your daily 10-minute podcast covering all things SEC football.Subscribe and follow for new episodes every Monday through Friday!

SEC Week 7 Power Rankings: Georgia No. 1, LSU Falls & Major Transfer Portal Changes?The SEC is considering bringing back one of its most controversial transfer rules, and the Week 7 SEC football power rankings have undergone a major shakeup!On today's episode of SEC Conference Call, Chris Marler breaks down the latest news surrounding SEC transfer portal restrictions, NIL contracts, and revenue sharing. SEC presidents have approved a uniform NIL and revenue-sharing agreement while postponing a decision on whether players transferring between SEC schools should be required to sit out a season.Chris explains why the rule could have unintended consequences, potentially pushing talented players out of the SEC and into competing conferences like the Big Ten and Big 12.Then it's time for the updated Week 7 SEC Power Rankings!Georgia takes over the top spot following its win over Alabama, but the Crimson Tide actually moves up to No. 2 despite the loss. Ole Miss rises to No. 3, Texas drops after its Red River Rivalry defeat, and Oklahoma makes a massive jump following its upset victory.Meanwhile, LSU tumbles to No. 9 after Lane Kiffin's disappointing loss to Kentucky, while South Carolina climbs four spots after its dominant road win over Florida.Chris also discusses Mississippi State vs. Missouri, Kentucky's impressive start, Tennessee's offensive struggles, and why South Carolina's remaining schedule could provide an opportunity for a late-season turnaround.It's another packed edition of SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler — your daily 10-minute podcast covering SEC football news, analysis, rankings, and everything happening across the conference.Subscribe and follow for new episodes every weekday!

SEC Week 6 Recap: LSU & Texas in Trouble? Georgia Beats Alabama, South Carolina Stuns FloridaSEC Week 6 delivered arguably the wildest weekend of the college football season, and two of the conference's biggest programs are facing serious questions.On today's episode of SEC Conference Call, Chris Marler breaks down LSU's shocking loss to Kentucky and Texas' heartbreaking Red River Rivalry defeat against Oklahoma. Who's in bigger trouble: Lane Kiffin and LSU or Steve Sarkisian and Texas?Despite LSU's massive investment in its football program, the Tigers are just 4-2 after falling to Will Stein's Kentucky Wildcats. Chris discusses Kiffin's questionable late-game decisions, Sam Leavitt's continued turnover issues, and whether LSU can still make a College Football Playoff run.Meanwhile, Oklahoma delivers a dramatic 27-24 upset over Texas, raising more questions about Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian's ability to meet championship expectations.Elsewhere in the SEC, Georgia knocks off Alabama behind another impressive performance from Gunnar Stockton, Missouri dominates Texas A&M 27-6, and South Carolina shocks Florida 38-19 behind five touchdowns from LaNorris Sellers.Chris also discusses Shane Beamer's much-needed victory, Mike Elko's postgame comments, Marcel Reed's struggles, and Ole Miss bouncing back against Vanderbilt.It's a loaded SEC Week 6 recap on SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler, your daily 10-minute podcast covering all things SEC football.Subscribe and follow for daily SEC news, analysis, reactions, and college football coverage!

SEC Week 6 Upset Alert?! Alabama vs. Georgia, LSU vs. Kentucky & SEC Football PredictionsWho's on upset alert in SEC Week 6? Chris Marler is back with Friday's edition of SEC Conference Call, featuring his biggest upset concerns, game-by-game predictions, and best bets for another huge weekend of college football.Is LSU really in danger of losing at Kentucky? Chris explains why he's not buying the upset narrative surrounding Lane Kiffin's Tigers and why this could instead be a statement game for LSU.Meanwhile, Missouri is coming off an impressive victory over Florida, but injuries and Texas A&M's recent dominance in the series have Chris concerned about the Tigers. Could Mike Elko's Aggies pull off the road upset?Plus, we break down the Alabama-Georgia showdown, including Kalen DeBoer's success against Kirby Smart, Alabama's offensive line, and Gunnar Stockton's ability to attack the Crimson Tide defense.Chris also delivers predictions for the Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma, South Carolina vs. Florida, Tennessee vs. Arkansas, and LSU vs. Kentucky.And don't miss the SEC Conference Call Lock of the Week, featuring Ole Miss against the spread versus Vanderbilt.It's your daily 10-minute SEC football podcast with Chris Marler, covering the biggest games, predictions, betting storylines, and everything happening around the conference.Subscribe and follow SEC Conference Call for daily SEC football coverage!

SEC Week 6: Suspicious Betting Lines, Dylan Stewart Update & Biggest MatchupsSEC Week 6 is here, and some of the biggest storylines aren't just about who's playing — they're about the matchups and betting lines that could tell us what to expect this weekend.On today's episode of SEC Conference Call, Chris Marler breaks down the biggest position battles across the conference, including Georgia's passing attack against Alabama's secondary, Kentucky's tight ends against LSU's injury-depleted defense, and Texas A&M's defensive front against Missouri's rushing attack.Plus, breaking South Carolina football news as star EDGE Dylan Stewart returns to practice and appears to be trending toward playing against Florida. Could his return help explain the significant betting line movement in the Gamecocks-Gators matchup?Chris also examines the shifting spreads for Alabama vs. Georgia and LSU vs. Kentucky, and what those changes might suggest heading into Saturday.The episode begins with an uplifting update from Missouri following freshman lineman D.J. Jones' successful heart transplant surgery.It's another packed episode of SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler — your daily 10-minute podcast covering all things SEC football.Subscribe and follow for daily SEC news, analysis, previews, and predictions!

SEC Week 6 Preview: One Thing We Want to See From Every SEC TeamWeek 6 of the 2026 college football season brings another massive weekend in the SEC, and Chris Marler is breaking down the one thing he wants to see from every team taking the field.The biggest storyline centers on Alabama and Georgia. Can Kalen DeBoer change the narrative surrounding Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs, or will Georgia continue its momentum from last year's SEC Championship Game?Elsewhere, Lane Kiffin and LSU head to Kentucky looking for their first road victory of the season, while Sam Leavitt attempts to build on his improved passing efficiency and eliminate turnovers. Texas and Oklahoma renew their Red River Rivalry, Missouri looks to end its struggles against Texas A&M, and Tennessee needs clarity at quarterback before facing Alabama.Chris also discusses Pete Golding's first regular-season bounce-back opportunity at Ole Miss, John Sumrall's response at Florida, South Carolina's defensive struggles, and Vanderbilt's quarterback situation.It's a fast-paced, opinionated look at the biggest questions facing SEC football teams heading into Week 6.SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler delivers SEC football analysis, predictions, breaking news, and commentary throughout the college football season.

SEC Week 5 gave us answers — and somehow even more questions.Chris Marler recaps a chaotic weekend across the conference on SEC Conference Call, starting with Alabama’s statement 56-23 road victory over Mississippi State. Kalen DeBoer’s offense continues to roll, the Crimson Tide defense dominated the trenches, and now Alabama heads into a massive showdown with Georgia looking like one of the best teams in the country.Then it’s time to give Eli Drinkwitz and Missouri their flowers after the Tigers demolished Florida. Missouri shut down Jaden Baugh and turned what looked like one of Week 5’s most intriguing games into a blowout.Chris also dives into another disastrous South Carolina collapse after the Gamecocks blew a 17-point lead against Kentucky, LSU continuing to play to a different standard under Lane Kiffin, Georgia’s businesslike win over Vanderbilt and Texas A&M’s domination of Arkansas.Plus, what have we actually learned through five weeks? Alabama and Georgia may once again be separating themselves from the pack, but the middle of the SEC looks deeper and more unpredictable than ever. With a nine-game conference schedule, the definition of a “good season” in the SEC may be about to change dramatically.

It’s time for SEC Week 5 picks, predictions and best bets on SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler.Chris goes rapid-fire through this weekend’s SEC slate, starting with a fascinating Alabama–Mississippi State matchup in Starkville. Can the Bulldogs' explosive offense and Fluff Bothwell give Alabama problems, or will the Crimson Tide’s talent advantage be enough to escape with a road win?The show also breaks down South Carolina vs. Kentucky, Auburn’s trip to Tennessee, Florida–Missouri, Texas A&M–Arkansas, Vanderbilt–Georgia and LSU–McNeese. Chris gives his score prediction for every matchup before closing with his Lock of the Week and favorite bets, including Tennessee -6, South Carolina moneyline, Minnesota +5.5 and Auburn’s team total under 24.5.It’s a quick-hitting SEC football preview loaded with predictions, matchup analysis and picks before kickoff.

Is the 24-team College Football Playoff inevitable?Chris Marler opens today's SEC Conference Call with a reaction to the latest discussion surrounding another massive CFP expansion. What could a 24-team playoff mean for the SEC Championship Game? Would expansion actually improve college football's postseason, or is the sport chasing the financial success of March Madness? And what could it mean for the marquee regular-season games fans actually want to watch?Then it's time to turn toward SEC Week 5.Chris breaks down three of the biggest individual and positional matchups of the weekend, starting with Tennessee's pass rush against an Auburn offensive line that has already surrendered 15 sacks. Then it's Alabama's front seven against Mississippi State's rushing attack before diving into one of the weekend's most intriguing battles: Missouri's tackling against Florida running back Jadan Baugh.Plus, South Carolina–Kentucky, Texas A&M–Arkansas and more SEC Week 5 storylines on another episode of SEC Conference Call with Chris Marler.