This week, Kevin is joined by Kelcey from High Low Sports to break down James Franklin’s move to Virginia Tech, debate Lane Kiffin’s future at Ole Miss, and rank the best coaching jobs in the SEC. The Iron Bowl preview brings predictions and angst, while Alabama’s kicking struggles and Maryland’s commitment to Mike Locksley get their share of attention.

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This week on Tailgate on the Quad, Kevin welcomes Jared from the Korner Booth for even more shenanigans than usual! They debate Miami’s fading playoff hopes, LSU’s messy Brian Kelly drama, Pat Narduzzi needs some confidence, and Lane Kiffin’s opinion on the end of CFB dynasties. The episode also covers the new playoff rankings, Deion Sanders’ rocky stretch at Colorado, and Missouri State’s quest for a bowl game. 

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0:00:00 – Intro & Episode Topics

0:06:00 – Miami Hurricanes & Coaching Issues

0:12:00 – Pitt, Notre Dame, ACC Respect

0:18:00 – Florida State & Coaching Contracts

0:24:00 – Brian Kelly/LSU Firing Drama

0:30:00 – End of Dynasties & CFP Format Discussion

0:36:00 – Colorado, Missouri State, Bowl Eligibility

0:42:00 – CFP Top 25 Rankings Breakdown 0:48:00 – CFP Top 5 Teams Debate

0:54:00 – Bets, Weather, Luke Fickell Shopping List

1:00:00 – Closing Thoughts & Sign Off

Kev and special guest DJ unpack a wild week in college football — from Hugh Freeze’s sudden midseason exit at Auburn to the James Franklin sweepstakes heating up at Auburn and Virginia Tech. They debate which coaches are truly on the hot seat at Miami and Tennessee, question Notre Dame’s Top 10 ranking, and react to the latest AP and College Football Playoff polls. 

10:09 James Franklin: Ideal Quick Fix Coach

Kev and Ciarnan dissect Brian Kelly's abrupt firing from LSU, examining the toxic culture and player testimonials that emerged post-termination. They analyze the coaching carousel's financial implications, with buyouts exceeding $168 million this season, and debate Lane Kiffin's leverage as top programs circle. The hosts explore the NCAA's reversed decision on player betting following FBI raids, discuss the SEC's unprecedented permanent suspension of referee Ken Williamson, and predict LSU's next hire, with John Sumrall and Lane Kiffin leading odds.

0:00 Intro

0:58 Brian Kelly Fired from LSU

5:19 Players Celebrate Kelly's Departure

9:04 Winners and Losers of Coaching Changes

15:38 Lane Kiffin's Next Move Discussion

19:08 Deion Sanders on Coaching Patience

23:24 Massive Coaching Buyouts and Contracts

27:26 NCAA Betting Rules Put on Pause

30:09 SEC Permanently Suspends Referee Ken Williamson

34:26 AP Poll Rankings and Analysis

43:03 Week 9 Betting Results Review

45:07 Week 10 Betting Picks

50:06 Mid Teams Update: West Virginia Progress

53:08 UMass Continues Winless Season Struggles

56:50 Luke Fickle Shopping List Returns

1:01:07 Closing Remarks and Next Week Preview

Kev and Ciarnan discuss recent college football coaching changes, including James Franklin's firing at Penn State and Billy Napier's departure from Florida. They critique ESPN's College GameDay for neglecting FCS matchups and lament the loss of college football traditions. The hosts analyze the latest AP poll rankings, with surprising shifts for teams like Indiana and Georgia Tech. They review their betting picks from previous weeks and make new predictions for upcoming games. The episode concludes with Luke Fickle's hypothetical shopping list and a discussion on SEC officiating controversies.

0:00 Intro: Back from hiatus, coaches fired

5:45 College GameDay's missed opportunity with FCS

15:47 James Franklin fired from Penn State

19:27 Billy Napier out at Florida after 4 years

24:39 Speculation on Penn State's next head coach

29:13 Kurt Cignetti's success at Indiana

46:50 Betting picks and weather report

57:19 Mid-team reports: UMass and West Virginia

1:02:13 Luke Fickell's shopping list for Wisconsin

1:05:35 SEC suspends official, Auburn's complaints

Kev and Ciarnan break down the latest AP poll and discuss Penn State's shocking loss to UCLA. They analyze Bill Belichick's tumultuous tenure at UNC and potential exit, as well as new NCAA transfer portal rules. The hosts share their betting picks for the upcoming week and provide updates on their adopted mid-tier teams. Kev introduces a rebranded segment, "Luke Fickle's Shopping List," exploring what the coach could buy with his salary. Ciarnan offers a similar breakdown for James Franklin's buyout, suggesting creative ways Penn State's coach could spend $56 million.

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0:00 Intro: Penn State's loss and NCAA changes

5:30 Bill Belichick's struggles at UNC

11:45 NCAA transfer portal rule changes

17:45 Betting on sports for college athletes

24:00 Penn State's disappointing loss to UCLA

30:15 Auburn playing neutral site games

47:10 Weather report for upcoming games

51:25 Betting picks for Week 7 games

54:15 Mid-team reports: West Virginia and UMass

57:50 Luke Fickell's shopping list: Iowa edition

59:30 James Franklin's buyout and spending options

Kev and Ciarnan dissect Week 5 of college football, including Penn State's heartbreaking loss to Oregon and Alabama's upset over Georgia. They analyze the AP poll rankings, discuss coaching changes at Arkansas, and debate the legality of UNC's hiring process for Bill Belichick. The hosts make their weekly bets and explore Luke Fickell's $25 million buyout, imagining creative ways to spend it.

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0:00 Intro and mental health check on Ciarnan

5:20 Florida State upset by Virginia, field storming concerns

13:57 Sam Pittman fired, Bobby Petrino returns to Arkansas

17:28 UNC sued over Bill Belichick hiring process

23:13 Penn State's loss to Oregon and Franklin's future

29:49 Alabama beats Georgia, ending home win streak

34:51 Johnny Manziel controversy at Alabama bar

38:47 AP Poll rankings discussion and analysis

44:00 Mid-team updates: UMass and West Virginia struggles

51:30 Weather report and upcoming tropical storms

53:29 Week 6 betting picks and predictions

58:08 Fun things Luke Fickell could buy with buyout

1:02:31 Show schedule updates and closing thoughts

Kev and Ciarnan dive into college football drama, discussing Mike Gundy's departure from Oklahoma State after 20 years. They analyze SEC scheduling changes, debate the merits of Indiana's surprising win over Illinois, and explore the controversy surrounding an #Oklahoma touchdown against Auburn.

They also probably spend way too long talking about Landry Kiffin's relationship status.

Finally, they wrap up discussing what Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell could buy with his buyout, touching on topics from cheese to Packers tickets.

0:00 Intro

5:00 Mike Gundy out at Oklahoma State

10:00 Indiana's surprising win over Illinois

15:00 Lane Kiffin's daughter dates LSU player

20:00 SEC announces new conference schedule

25:00 58-year-old returns to college football

30:00 SMU retires "Pony Up" slogan

35:00 AP Poll analysis and reactions

40:00 Weather report for upcoming games

45:00 Betting picks for Week 5

50:00 International college football games criticized

55:00 Luke Fickell's buyout in perspective

The boys are back discussing the UCLA and VT coach firings, player transfers, and team performances. The hosts analyze the AP poll rankings, debate which teams should panic, and make betting picks for upcoming games. Kev also announces his potential coach buyout for 2025, focusing on Luke Fickell's $25 million clause. 

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0:00 Intro and shenanigans for the week

5:51 Dabo Swinney's passionate defense of Clemson

13:03 Diego Pavia's eligibility and NIL situation

20:57 First coach firings of the season

35:35 Top 5 rankings and new poll idea

44:59 Panic meter: Notre Dame, Clemson, Texas

50:39 Week 3 betting recap and results

57:25 Week 4 betting picks and predictions

1:02:39 Mid-team reports: West Virginia and UMass

1:07:47 Luke Fickell buyout tracking begins

Kev and Ciarnan discuss the NCAA's new transfer window, critique questionable AP voter decisions, and analyze teams on their "panic meter." The hosts celebrate their perfect 6-for-6 record on last week's bets and make new picks for upcoming games. They also highlight impressive uniform reveals from smaller schools and debate the longevity of certain college players.

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0:00 Intro and recap of recent college football events

5:50 NCAA implements single transfer portal window

11:15 AP poll rankings and voter controversies discussed

19:38 Panic meter: Assessing struggling college teams

27:12 Reviewing last week's betting picks

33:59 Making picks for upcoming college football games

49:47 Weather report for upcoming games

56:17 Updates on UMass and WVU

1:01:25 Cool new college football uniforms highlighted

1:07:24 Cade McNamara still playing college football