The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell

Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show)...

Nico Iamaleava is officially entering the transfer portal — so what’s next for the former 5-star QB, and where does Tennessee go from here? J.D. breaks down what the Vols' future could look like heading into 2025. Plus, with the spring transfer portal wide open, we dive into the biggest names and potential game-changing moves across the country. QB battles are heating up at Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, and Notre Dame, and J.D. has the latest intel from spring practice. And don't miss our exclusive sit-down with Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman, as he shares insight on QB development and the direction of the Irish program.

 

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Spring games are heating up across the country and J.D. shares his predictions for Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, and Notre Dame. Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel joins the show to talk Nico Iamaleava, QB development, and the Vols’ momentum heading into 2025. We’ve also got spring practice buzz out of Eugene as 5-star WR Dakorien Moore flashes big-time playmaking ability. Plus, what makes Texas GM Brandon Harris such a recruiting difference-maker for the Longhorns?

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J.D. breaks down the latest spring practice intel from Oklahoma, Alabama, and Clemson, highlighting key position battles, standout performers, and how each team is gearing up for a championship run. He also dives into the Ohio State quarterback battle, one of the most high-profile competitions in college football right now. Plus, spring propaganda updates from Miami, USC, and South Carolina are turning heads and so is the recent praise Arch Manning got from Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian. And finally, J.D. closes out the show with a listener voicemail and an exclusive interview with Penn State head coach James Franklin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Connor Stalions was the biggest story in college football in 2023 when the Michigan Wolverines won the national championship. Now, the man behind the Michigan Manifesto sits down with J.D. PicKell to talk about life since the Netflix documentary, the art of sign deciphering, and his relationship with 5-Star freshman Michigan QB Bryce Underwood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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We’ve got insider intel from USC, Tennessee, Florida, and Florida State as spring practice heats up. J.D. breaks down the most exciting spring footage from Florida, Colorado, Michigan, and South Carolina, plus does Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame deserve more respect in the national conversation? And looking ahead, Texas vs. Oklahoma in 2025 is shaping up to be must-watch—can John Mateer spark the Sooners, or will Arch Manning prove he’s the guy? Use the code "JD" on Rhoback.com for a generous 20% off for all new customers!

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Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show)...

J.D. PicKell dives into the latest spring practice intel from Georgia, Ohio State, and Tennessee—who’s standing out and what to watch for. Then he breaks down more spring propaganda, looking at highlights from Auburn, USC, and Penn State that have sparked excitement for their fanbases. Then to close out the show we answer your voicemails about the Miami Hurricanes and Ohio State QB Julian Sayin before reacting to recent reports of Bryce Underwood trending toward being Michigan's day one starter.

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This week J.D. breaks down the latest in Notre Dame’s quarterback battle and what it means for the Irish moving forward. After analyzing recent spring practice footage, he dives into what Bryce Underwood’s and Kaidon Salter’s performances reveal about Michigan and Colorado. J.D. also addresses the criticism surrounding Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava and sets the record straight. Plus, he takes a closer look at the offensive weapons for Texas and Florida and what to expect from both units in 2025. Finally, he examines how USC general manager Chad Bowden is reshaping the Trojans' roster with his aggressive approach to roster building.

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Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... J.D. PicKell breaks down the latest spring practice intel from Texas, Auburn, Oregon, and Nebraska. Plus, we dive into the best spring "propaganda" coming out of Georgia and Tennessee’s social media. You called, and we answered—reacting to your voicemails on Oklahoma and USC! And don’t miss the deep dive into Michigan’s secret recruiting weapon that could change the game for the Wolverines. Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime! Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Download Gametime today and use code HARDCOUNT for $20 off your first purchase.

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Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... We deliver spring practice updates from Michigan, Notre Dame, and South Carolina, plus a deep dive into Alabama’s latest social media highlights from their practices in Tuscaloosa. J.D. also answers your voicemail questions. Can Ohio State repeat as champs in 2025? Who faces more pressure at Tennessee—Nico Iamaleava or Josh Heupel? And is Oregon’s new recruiting format a game-changer?

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The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans.

This week J.D. dives into the latest buzz around college football, including the potential for a Colorado vs. Syracuse spring game as Deion Sanders and Fran Brown stir up excitement. He also breaks down how Georgia’s offense will look different in 2025, why Notre Dame’s firepower could launch them back into the College Football Playoff race, and why Alabama’s wide receiver room might be the most underrated in the country. Plus, should Florida fans be worried about DJ Lagway’s lingering injury? And what does LSU landing five-star WR Tristan Keys mean for the Tigers now and in the future?

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