Barton Simmons and Chip Patterson preview the Early Signing Period. First, what to expect from the new coaching hires (3:00) with a focus on Mike Norvell and Florida State (10:00). Then, the state of Tom Herman's Texas staff after Graham Harrell chose to stay at USC (19:00), the race for No. 1 class in the country (28:20) and the pressure on Texas A&M to follow recruiting wins with on-field success (32:30).
 
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Signing Day Storylines (12/17)

The 'Cover 3 College Football' Podcast is the perfect call for any die-hard fan. Join hosts Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli, Danny Kanell and Bud Elliott as they take you from National Signing Day to the national championship with in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz and previews each weekend with against-the-spread locks. From coaching searches to quarterback battles and everything in between, Cover 3 has it locked down.

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The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, Colorado, Deion Sanders, Jim Harbaugh and more. First, what to know about Michigan settling the first of its two NCAA cases (2:30) and an impromptu draft of the coaches competing in the 2024 Peach Bowl Challenge golf tournament (13:50). Then it's on to the latest from the transfer portal with the big headlines from the first 24 hours, including the outlook for Colorado (24:50) and more specifically former five-star cornerback Cormani McClain (32:00). Plus, a defensive tackle from the MAC that's getting lots of power conference interest (40:30), a rundown of some of the quarterbacks who have entered the portal (52:00) and big-picture storylines to track through the next two weeks.

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Names to know and storylines from the transfer portal, plus Michigan settles with NCAA and more! (04/17)

There are less than 24 hours left before the transfer portal opens again! The guys open the show by reviewing the big transfer portal needs and then making spring game observations.

(01:16) - Transfer Portal Open April 16-30
(04:14) - Portal Needs
(18:32) - Ohio State Spring Game Takeaways
(24:56) - Penn State Spring Game Takeaways
(28:08) - Georgia Spring Game Observations
(32:35) - Alabama Spring Game observations
(39:33) - Florida Spring Game Takeaways
(44:37) - LSU Spring Game Takes
(46:51) - Miami Spring Games takeaways
(51:27) - Ole Miss Spring Game....was disappointing.
(55:04)- Random Spring Game Observations


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Transfer Portal opens on Tuesday ! Plus, Spring Game Takeaways for Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia and More

The Cover 3 crew talks 2024 Heisman dark horses, controversial on-field moments and more. First, tackling a live question looking for the top non-quarterbacks in the 2024 Heisman Trophy picture (2:30) before hitting transfer portal buzz that includes Bear Alexander sticking with USC despite previous reports (9:30). Then after a brief word on the impact of OJ Simpson (19:10) the Big Ol' Bag of Mail leads off with a rundown through some of the most controversial on-field moments in college football history (28:22). Plus, where Bo Nix might land in the 2024 NFL Draft (41:51) and in honor of The Masters the active coaches that would be great for a round of golf (49:27).

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Mailbag! The most controversial on-field moments in CFB history, coaches as golf partners, more! (04/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, spring games, position battles, lawsuits and more. First, though the transfer portal does not officially open until April 15 the buzz has already started with notable exits at USC and Oregon, among others (6:40). Then after some brief takeaways on the latest ruling in the legal battle between Florida State and the ACC (20:00) the attention turns to this Saturday's spring games, with notes on what to watch at Georgia (29:30), Ohio State (37:15), Alabama (43:00), Penn State (52:30), Tennessee (56:20) and more!

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What to Watch, Spring Game Edition: Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, Penn State, more! (04/10)

The latest spring game takeaways from Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli and Bud Elliott.

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Signing Day Storylines (12/17)

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