The ACC ain't dead yet! In this college football podcast episodes, we go inside the ACC's new deal with ESPN’s David Hale and discuss how Florida State and Clemson were are enormous winners, how Jim Phillips sold smaller schools on the idea of taking less money, what happens in the 2030s when exit fees are more managable, and more!

Key Topics Discussed

• The ACC’s New Money Split. David Hale details the ACC’s deal—60% of TV cash now ties to ratings, favoring Florida State and Clemson, while 40% stays equal; exit fees drop to $75M by 2030.
• FSU and Clemson’s Big Win. Florida State and Clemson came away with higher payouts and a cheaper exit with each passing season, giving them flexibility in the future. Also, schools like North Carolina and Miami benefit (and didn't have to drop millions in legal fees).
• Ratings Rule: A Trendsetter? The ACC’s ratings-based payouts spark debate—could Big Ten (Ohio State vs. Northwestern) or SEC (Alabama vs. Vanderbilt) mimic this model?
• 2030’s Looming Reset. The new ACC deal sets a 2030 exit fee at $75M, syncing with Big 12, Big Ten, and playoff shifts—David pegs a 25-33% shot at a football-only super league.
• Small Schools’ Survival Play. Boston College and other smaller programs took less money to avoid being left behind like Oregon State and Washington State.

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We kick off March with a vibe check of 8 college football teams with ‘State’ in their names. In this college football podcast episode, we take a look around college football, from Ohio State’s title glow to Oklahoma State’s tumble. Join us as we dive into Arizona State’s swagger, Penn State’s high hopes, Iowa State's best season ever, NC State's disappointment, Mississippi State's reboot, and Fresno State's new era. Where are vibes strong, and where are they all wrong?

0:00 - Intro

5:21 - NC State

12:32 - Iowa State

20:44 - Arizona State

26:31 - Mississippi State

33:00 - Fresno State

39:34 - Ohio State

47:55 - Penn State

56:55 - Oklahoma State

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It's been quite a redemption arc for college kickers over the last few years. In this episode, we chat with Jamie Kohl (kohlskicking.com) and learn why kickers at all levels are getting better with each passing year. From technology to technique, we get a crash course from the foremost authority on the modern art of kicking.

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Dan is joined by Geoff Schwartz as they break down the Oregon Ducks’ 13-1 run in 2024 and look ahead to a pivotal 2025 season. Was the Rose Bowl loss to Ohio State a fluke, or a sign of bigger challenges? From Dan Lanning’s coaching evolution to Dante Moore’s rise as QB1, they dissect the Ducks’ reloaded roster—featuring stars like Evan Stewart and a revamped offensive line. Will Oregon’s young defense step up against teams like Penn State and Ohio State? Plus, they explore new Big Ten rivalries, the transfer portal’s impact, and why 2025 could be the year Oregon claims a national title.

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In our latest college football podcast episode, we dive into how the Big Ten and SEC are using their influence to steer college football’s future. What do they want? What problems are they solving—or creating? And what does it all mean for the rest of the sport?

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With Dan out of town, Ty chats with Pete Sampson of The Athletic and The Independent Podcast about Notre Dame’s journey to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game and how Marcus Freeman navigated a season that was nearly over before it started after a Week 2 loss to Northern Illinois. Some topics discussed include:

• Marcus Freeman's Evolution: They delve into Marcus Freeman's growth as Notre Dame's head coach, moving from a first-time leader to a confident strategist with a hard-edged, old-school approach.
• Injury Challenges and Roster Management: How Freeman effectively navigated a season plagued by injuries, leveraging improved roster management and strategic use of the transfer portal.
• Riley Leonard's Performance: A candid evaluation of Notre Dame’s transfer quarterback, Riley Leonard, highlighting his running ability and leadership while discussing why his passing game didn’t fully materialize.
• Home Playoff Game Atmosphere: Pete shares his firsthand experience of Notre Dame's electric playoff environment against Indiana, with a personal anecdote comparing it to a Taylor Swift concert.
• 2025 Season Preview: Who’s the smart money on for starting quarterback next season? How will Notre Dame cope with key departures on defense? Pete and Ty look at CJ Carr's potential and the challenges awaiting Notre Dame in a front-loaded schedule.

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Happy Valentine's Day! In this college football podcast episode, we give love a chance and reflect on our favorite coaches, players and trends from last college football season and hand out the requisite Valentines. From weird coaching fashion sense to surprise quarterbacks, dominant freshmen, Army football, Megatroll Bret Bielema and much more -- let's call out the college football things that got our blood pumping last season.

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Know what really grinds our gears? In this college football podcast episode, we go through our list of college football things that need fixing. From bad officiating and instant replay to noon games, overtime rules, the need for a commissioner, towels on the field, and much more!

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Time for report cards! In this college football podcast episode, we look back at the new coaches during the 2024 season and hand out our official grades, from Curt Cignetti to Kalen DeBoer, Sherrone Moore, Jeff Lebby and many others.

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We're back with new about coordinators and the next installment of our one-of-a-kind awards presentation. In this episode, we talk through Chip Kelly's move back to the NFL, Jim Knowles' jump to Penn State, Marcus Freeman's hire of Chris Ash, the reunion between Kalen DeBoer and Ryan Grubb, and Brent Venables effectively hiring himself as defensive coordinator at Oklahoma. And then, a modified version of our world-famous Verbie Awards, featuring some old categories and some new ones, handed out to very specific teams, players and situations from this past college football season.

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