Today on The Hard Count, Alabama Crimson Tide Football took a blow this morning with the news of Caleb Downs planning to enter the Transfer Portal. Could we see Downs suit up for Kirby Smart the Georgia Bulldogs in 2024? How about the Ohio State Buckeyes? J.D. gives his thoughts on the decision and where he could see Downs landing. Michigan Wolverines Head Coach, Jim Harbaugh interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons yesterday and also made some news with what he would like put into his contract if he were to stay at Michigan. J.D. sounds off on the latest installment of Harbaugh Watch. Florida State football is in a great spot with Mike Norvell staying in Tallahassee. The Seminoles are continuing to crush the Transfer Portal. J.D. gives his thoughts on FSU's Portal Combat. Finally, we kind of have some news on the EA Sports NCAA Football video game. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, it's a new age of Alabama Crimson Tide Football under Head Coach Kalen DeBoer. DeBoer's staff is beginning to take shape and, South Alabama Head Coach, Kane Wommack appears to be set to take over as the Tide's DC. J.D. gives his thoughts on the hire and the rest of the Bama staff, thus far. Is there a new chapter set for Michigan Wolverine football? With Jim Harbaugh interviewing for NFL jobs, like the LA Chargers opening, J.D. takes a look at the future for the Wolverines (including who could be their next head coach). Finally, there has been a lot of buzz around stud Safety, Caleb Downs and the suspicion of him entering the Transfer Portal. J.D. unpacks the latest and the impact his decision would carry. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, the greatest our sport has ever seen, Nick Saban, has retired. What's next for Alabama? Who could be the Crimson Tide's next head coach? J.D. unpacks all of that and more. For the GOAT, Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, the confetti just dropped... so who's winning it all next year?! J.D. gives his sneaky contenders. J.D. also unpacks the latest with Auburn as Hugh Freeze has taken over play calling duties. J.D. starts a new series in "Hard Count Meetings" and takes a look at where things stand for Kirby Smart at Georgia. Finally, J.D. shares some behind the scenes stories from the National Championship in Houston. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, Hail to the Victors is on repeat here in Houston, TX. J.D. goes live from the Lone Star State and unpacks Michigan's national championship as well as what the future could hold for Jim Harbaugh and J.J. McCarthy. With the conclusion of one season, we set our sights on another. J.D. takes a look at the way too early rankings for the CFB landscape in 2024. Michigan finished the season on top but Ohio State also made some noise last night with the acquisition of, stud RB, Quinshon Judkins via the Transfer Portal. J.D. unpacks the impact. Finally, J.D. revisits where he nailed it and where he missed the mark in the 2023 season. The season may have finished, but the part don't stop! Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, is this the last ride for Jim Harbaugh and Michigan. J.D. gives his thoughts on where things stand in Ann Arbor. Where do things stand for Ryan Day and Ohio State? The latest intel says they're in the Will Howard sweepstakes. J.D. unpacks the latest in Columbus. Finally, with the National Championship less than a week away, J.D. gives is keys for Michigan and Washington to hoist the hardware in Houston. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, what an absolutely CINEMATIC College Football Playoff we all just witnessed. Hours removed from the Rose and Sugar Bowl, J.D. gives his morning after thoughts. Under the cover of the CFP, Cam Ward declared his intentions for the NFL Draft, what does this mean for the Transfer Portal QB market? J.D. breaks down the latest. After domination in the Orange Bowl, Kirby Smart grabbed the mic and told everyone that something needs to change. What did he mean and what's the solution. J.D. unpacks what's next. Finally, it all comes down to this. Michigan. Washington. Who takes home the Natty? J.D. makes his pick. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, we have got final thoughts for the College Football Playoff! J.D. gives one last take for each team before they do battle in the arena of the CFP Semis. The Portal is still POPPING! J.D. takes another stab at predicting where the top guys may be headed in the 2nd installment of Portal Predictions. Finally, J.D. takes aim at the narrative that Bowl games are "meaningless"... buckle up. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, Jake Crain joins the Progrum! J.D. and Jake chop it up on all things Bowl Season and what FSU should do if they beat Georgia and put an exclamation mark on an undefeated season. Auburn made a bowl in year 1 under Hugh Freeze but where do things stand with the Tigers? J.D. and Jake give their thoughts. Finally, we are less than a week away from the College Football Playoff! J.D. and Jake unpack the key things they're watching heading into the Rose and Sugar Bowl. Let's have a DAY!

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Today on The Hard Count, in CFB FIT, for a head coach, is everything. J.D. breaks down his best head coaching fits across the college football landscape. Former Georgia QB, and now National CFB Analyst, Aaron Murray joins the Progrum to talk Georgia's chance at a title with Carson Beck coming back, where things stand for Auburn, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as his thoughts on the NEW SEC. It's a fresh 24 hours. Let's have a DAY!

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