The Jake Wimberly Podcast

Jake Wimberly discusses the future of college football and whether the NFL could eventually step in and create a more structured system or Super League. The conversation focuses on the growing eligibility controversy, the blurred line between college and professional football, and the need for stronger rules. Bill Bender of The Sporting News joins Jake to discuss Lane Kiffin, players returning from the NFL to college, and Week Zero matchups including North Carolina vs. TCU and Memphis vs. UNLV.

Jake Wimberly breaks down a busy day in college football, including Mississippi State bringing back its classic interlocking MSU logo and what it means for Bulldog fans. Jake also discusses the growing controversy surrounding former NFL players returning to college, as the Big Ten moves to ban the practice and the SEC, Big 12, and ACC consider similar rules. The show also looks at SEC season predictions, Mississippi State expectations, Lane Kiffin’s reaction to the proposed eligibility rules, and other major college and NFL headlines.

Jake Wimberly is joined by Chris Landry to discuss some of the biggest storylines heading into Week Zero of college football. They examine the pressure surrounding Baylor’s Dave Aranda and whether transfer quarterback D.J. Lagway can help turn the program around. Landry also breaks down Luke Fickell’s struggles at Wisconsin, the impact of NIL and recruiting, and what could determine his future with the Badgers. The conversation also previews Bill Belichick and North Carolina’s Week Zero matchup against TCU.

Jake Wimberly is joined by David Murray to preview Mississippi State football as the Bulldogs prepare for the start of the season. Murray provides updates on the team’s health, wide receiver depth, and an offensive line that could play a major role in Mississippi State’s success. They also discuss the Bulldogs’ more aggressive defensive approach, improvements in the secondary, and the need for a more consistent pass rush heading into the 2026 season.

Jake Wimberly is joined by Chris Landry to discuss the biggest storylines heading into college football’s opening weekend. They break down coaching hot seats, including the pressure surrounding programs like Wisconsin, Baylor, Florida State, and Mississippi State, while also discussing Week Zero matchups and expectations around the country. Landry also weighs in on the growing controversy of players returning to college after spending time in the NFL and what it could mean for the future of the sport. The conversation shifts to the NFL with preseason roster decisions, the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation, and the development of young quarterbacks.

Jake Wimberly breaks down the biggest stories surrounding college football as the season gets underway. The discussion focuses on former NFL players returning to college, Lane Kiffin and LSU’s aggressive approach to building their roster, and the growing debate over player eligibility. Jake also examines several coaches entering the season on the hot seat and discusses potential coaching changes at programs such as Florida State, Wisconsin, Baylor, and Mississippi State. The show also covers transfer quarterbacks, NFL ticket prices, and other major football headlines.

This episode of The Afternoon Drive with Jake Wimberly dives into the start of college football season and the biggest stories across the sport. Jake discusses the changing landscape of college football, player eligibility, and the possibility of former NFL players returning to college. The show also covers Ole Miss, LSU, and other major programs before David Murray joins the show to break down Mississippi State football, including the Bulldogs’ health, offensive line, receivers, defense, and expectations heading into the season. The episode also touches on the NFL and other major football headlines.

Jake Wimberly talks with Brandon Davis about Warren Central football as the Vikings prepare for another season. They discuss the move to 6A, defending their state championship, standout Nash Morgan, and how the team’s strength and conditioning program has helped prepare them for another playoff run.

Jake Wimberly talks with Keith Hardy about the buzz surrounding Marshall Manning and some of college football’s top programs. They also break down season win totals for Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, and Florida as Week Zero approaches.

Jake Wimberly breaks down the best college football programs without a national championship in the past 50 years, led by Oregon and Texas A&M. He also talks with Keith Hardy about college football futures and with Brandon Davis about Warren Central football and the upcoming high school season.