The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football

It's Hurricanes vs. Hoosiers in the championship game. Indiana shows why they're the No. 1 seed, dropping 56 points on Oregon to advance to the final. Miami, a team that barely squeaked into the playoff, took down Ole Miss in an instant classic.

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Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. enters the transfer portal just four days after signing a $4M+ revenue-sharing contract with the Huskies. Bruce and Ralph break down potential legal ramifications — and potential suitors. Do contracts mean anything in college football's lawless NIL landscape? Plus, does the regular season mean anything anymore?

Bruce's story on Pete Golding: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/818567/2019/02/16/alabama-football-pete-golding-defensive-coordinator/

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Bruce’s story on the SEC's struggles sparks debate: is the conference's dominance over? NIL has leveled the playing field, and SEC teams no longer have overwhelming talent advantages. The portal heats up with Brandon Sorsby landing at Texas Tech for a reported $5 million and Trinidad Chambliss is staying at Ole Miss (pending eligibility). Then the guys make their picks for the CFP semifinals: Miami-Ole Miss and Indiana-Oregon.

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Bruce and Ralph went live after an incredible Ole Miss win over Georgia. Can anyone stop this Ole Miss team? They’ll move on to Miami, who came to play and toppled their own giant in a 24-14 defeat of Ohio State. And with bye week teams falling to 1-7 in the 12-team CFP era, does anyone get to use the bye as an excuse? 

Indiana didn’t disappoint, steamrolling the Tide 38-3 (don’t they know they’re supposed to be a Cinderella story?). And Oregon convincingly shut out Texas Tech 23-0. Will the Texas Tech boos...

The guys break down the quarterfinal matchups and make their picks. Kyle Whittingham takes the Michigan head coaching job after stepping down at Utah, bringing 21 years of experience to stabilize a program in crisis. The guys debate whether the 66-year-old is the right fit and discuss his five-year timeline. Lincoln Riley blames the Irish for the cancellation of the annual USC-Notre Dame matchup, while Marcus Freeman signs an extension. Plus, while transfer portal money reaches new heights, have new rules curtailed spending at all?

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Bruce, Katie Strang, and Austin Meek's bombshell investigation reveals disturbing details about Sherrone Moore's behavior leading up to his firing at Michigan. Bruce breaks down some of the epic dysfunction inside the program. 

USC and Notre Dame's historic rivalry goes on indefinite hiatus after playing (almost) every year since 1926. Who's to blame for ending a century-old tradition?

Bobby Petrino joins Bill Belichick's circus at North Carolina as offensive coordinator. Will the volatile mix of personalities lead to Petrino as interim head coach by November? Then: the guys preview their favorite bowl games, and a...

Bruce, Stew, and Ralph recap the first round and look ahead to the quarterfinals. Plus, Ralph argues that college football has always been a league of systems and conditions, rather than one based on merit alone. So, do we want a system that gives teams like JMU and Tulane a path to flourish, or do we want to shut them out? 

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Bruce surveyed two dozen college coaches about the playoff field, and the results are surprising: not one coach voted for Ryan Day as the best coach. Only one picked Indiana to win it all, and a majority believe Miami will upset Texas A&M on the road.

The guys pick all the first round games against the spread. Can the Group of Five teams avoid embarrassment and preserve future playoff access? Ralph argues these blowout-prone matchups hurt the entertainment product, while Stew defends Cinderella stories.

Plus mailbag questions on Indiana's success, Jedd Fisch's...

The Michigan situation has taken a darker turn than anyone expected. Bruce, Ralph, and Stew break down how Sherrone Moore's firing has evolved into a potential crisis in the athletic department, why AD Warde Manuel's job may be in jeopardy, and what this means for the coaching search. They debate whether Kellen DeBoer could realistically leave Alabama and discuss candidates like Jedd Fisch.

Meanwhile, the transfer portal is exploding with quarterback talent. Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Sam Leavitt headline a loaded QB class. The crew ranks the top available signal-callers and discusses how NIL money...

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was fired yesterday for having an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." As of last night, he was being held in Washtenaw County Jail. Bruce and Ralph react to this news and what it means for Michigan.

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Ralph and Stew break down Notre Dame’s escalating feud with the ACC, Brett Yormark’s unusually sharp public criticism, and what the fallout means for next year’s CFP format. Plus: early Heisman thoughts and your mailbag questions. 

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Was Notre Dame right to skip the Pop Tarts Bowl, and/or could it undermine the whole Bowl system? Why are we doing this bizarre Tuesday rankings show? And how did Alabama make it in? 

Notre Dame's shocking exclusion from the College Football Playoff has sent shockwaves through the sport. The Athletic’s Notre Dame beat writer Pete Sampson breaks down how the team felt about being left out after sitting at #10 all season and AD Pete Bevacqua's comments about "permanent damage" to Notre Dame’s relationship with the ACC.

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Bruce, Stew, and Ralph are live in Los Angeles to react to the final CFP ranking announcement. They'll debate who will make the final cut ahead of the full reveal. Then, they'll pick the first round against the spread, and talk through their predictions for how the Playoff will unfold. Don't miss it! 

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Multiple Ole Miss players publicly dispute Lane Kiffin’s claim that the team asked him to stay for the playoffs. Does it matter? 

Chris Klieman steps down at Kansas State after a solid run, and former Heisman finalist Colin Klein is expected to return home from Texas A&M to take over the Wildcats. What might Klein’s experience in a well-funded program like A&M bring to Manhattan?

Brian Hartline lands the head coaching job at USF, who might have the highest ceiling among open jobs in the American. And Neal Brown lands...

Notre Dame is at No. 10, while Miami is on the outside looking in at No. 12. Texas moved up to No. 13, and Alabama sits at No. 9. Who’s in danger of missing the playoff, who’s still on the bubble, and how much motion is possible with just a few days left before the bracket is finalized?

Plus, somehow there’s more coaching news. With Kalani Sitake now locked in at BYU, Penn State remains standing at the altar — and Cal looks like it will be hiring Tosh Lupoi. 

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Lane Kiffin is introduced as LSU’s head coach. Will he win a national championship there, or will he leave first?

Penn State's coaching search drags on past the 50-day mark. Kalani Sitaki has emerged as a strong candidate, but nothing is imminent. They debate the Penn State timeline and react to the other SEC hires: Will Stein to Kentucky, Alex Golesh to Auburn, Ryan Silverfield to Arkansas, Jon Sumrall to Florida, and Pat Fitzgerald to Michigan State.

Then, they make championship picks for all nine conference title games, including Ohio State-Indiana, Georgia-Alabama, an...

Rivalry Weekend delivered chaos everywhere except the playoff race, which remains hostage to the Lane Kiffin – LSU saga. Stew, Bruce, and Ralph unpack whether Ole Miss will be able to let Lane coach a playoff game, then they run through the SEC coaching dominoes already falling. They react to Kalen DeBoer’s bold fourth-and-two call in the Iron Bowl, Oklahoma’s latest escape, and what an Alabama loss would mean for the bracket. Plus Miami’s playoff case and the ACC tiebreaker fiasco. 

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Eric Morris will leave North Texas to take the Oklahoma State job at the end of the season, sparking a debate: Is this the same as Lane Kiffin's situation at Ole Miss? Ralph and Bruce argue it's fundamentally different: G5 coaches are moving up with salary increases that could triple their pay, while Kiffin would be choosing between $12 million offers at blue blood programs.

Bruce shares his history with Morris dating back to his days as "the Elf" at Texas Tech, and explains how Morris discovered Baker Mayfield, Cam Ward, John Mateer, and Chandler Morris before...

Justin Wilcox is out at Cal after nine seasons following a blowout loss to Stanford in the Big Game. In a surprising twist, Nick Rolovich is named interim head coach. The guys discuss potential replacements, including Tosh Lupoi, Sean Lewis, and Jim Mora.

Rivalry week is here with massive playoff implications. Could Alabama actually play themselves OUT of the playoff by losing the SEC Championship Game? Ralph and Stew debate whether the committee would drop a 10-3 Alabama team after losing a 13th game. They also discuss scenarios where Michigan beats Ohio State and crashes the...

The Lane Kiffin sweepstakes continue. Oregon wins again, but can they win it all? What’s Oklahoma’s playoff ceiling? Kansas State loses a heartbreaker to Utah, and Chris Klieman delivers an emotional post-game statement. Plus, the guys dive into the wild world of ACC and SEC tiebreakers. 

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Should Miami be ranked closer to Notre Dame after their head-to-head win, or does the committee's approach of evaluating teams make sense? Bruce argues passionately for honoring the on-field result, while Stew defends the committee's decision to treat them as teams on separate tiers. Ralph suggests the real issue is process, and questions why SEC teams aren't facing the same scrutiny.

Then they debate whether Lane Kiffin would actually leave Ole Miss before the playoffs if he takes the Florida or LSU job, and discusses the ultimatum from AD Keith Carter to decide his future by...

Lane Kiffin faces an ultimatum from Ole Miss: decide on his future by the Egg Bowl, or else. With his family touring Florida and LSU campuses, Ralph and Stew debate whether he'll stay in Oxford or leave for a blue blood program, and whether he'll even be coaching the Rebels in the playoffs. Meanwhile, James Franklin is officially hired at Virginia Tech. How’s the fit?

The guys explain why the Big Ten's $2.4 billion deal with UC Investments is now on pause after Michigan and USC pushback. Plus, they make their picks for the week's biggest ga...

Did Notre Dame clinch a playoff spot, and did Georgia eliminate Texas? The Aggies win, they extend Elko — but is their schedule deceptive? Ole Miss survives an upset bid by Florida in the Lane Kiffin bowl. The Sooners are in the CFP mix, USC win sets up a huge Big 10 matchup next week, and Georgia Tech nearly chokes against BC. Plus, a two-bid Big 12 is within reach, but there are too many 10-2 teams to fit in the playoff.

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Josh Pate, the host of Josh Pate’s College Football Show, joins Bruce and Stew to share his unconventional path from manual laborer to hosting one of college football's most popular shows. Pate reveals how he practiced sports talk in his truck for years before getting his break, and his "GPS approach" to making points. And he shares what he'd fix first if he became college football commissioner.

Bruce and Stew also dive into LSU's messy attempt to avoid paying Brian Kelly's $53 million buyout, and debate whether Lane Kiffin will stay at Ole Miss despite openings at...

The second College Football Playoff rankings drop soon, and the guys dive into where things are heading down the stretch. How high could Texas Tech end up after dominating wins over BYU and other ranked opponents? Does Ole Miss deserve their lofty ranking, or is their resume thin?

The guys lock horns on how these teams should be evaluated: Should the committee rely on computer rankings and strength of record metrics, or focus on head-to-head results and quality wins? Bruce gets frustrated with power rankings that have 3-6 Penn State in the top 25, Ralph defends using...

Indiana and Oregon survive close matchups as Texas Tech convincingly hands BYU its first loss. What's going on in the ACC? What's the SEC's path to five — or even six — teams getting into the playoff? And Stew gives the breakdown of the USC fake punt from his perspective as an in-person spectator from LA Memorial Coliseum.

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The first College Football Playoff rankings sparked immediate controversy, so who better to bring on to discuss it than Ari Wasserman from On3?  

Is the committee leaning too heavily on both vibes and advanced metrics, over actual results? And if the rankings are out of whack, will they correct themselves by the end of the season?

They also look at the best available coaching jobs, debate Auburn's ceiling, discuss why Florida has been a graveyard for coaches, and dive into Ari's biggest pet peeve.

Plus, mailbag tackles Ralph’s playoff prediction form...

The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, and Ralph has a gripe: every head-to-head matchup mattered except Notre Dame-Miami. Ralph and Stew debate whether the Hurricanes got disrespected at #18 while the Irish sit at #10, and break down why the committee might be valuing progression over early-season results.

There are blueprints for getting two Big 12 teams in the playoff, with BYU and Texas Tech both ranked in the top eight. They discuss Oregon's surprisingly low ranking at #9 despite being undefeated, Texas's position as the first team out, and whether the SEC could realistically get six or...

The playoff picture is becoming clearer. The seas have parted in the Big 12 to prepare for a huge BYU-Texas Tech matchup. Can the ACC get two teams in the playoff? Is Texas still alive, and does Arch deserve some grace? Hugh Freeze might be out at Auburn by the time you're hearing this. The guys debate whether Julian Sayin is really this good, or if any decent QB would look great throwing to these receivers. And the Big 10 has a great November unfolding, with Iowa, Oregon, and USC all playing each other. Plus, NC State, New Mexico, and Kennesaw...

Robert Clay and Josh Snead, the masterminds behind the SEC Shorts YouTube channel, join Stew and Ralph to discuss the evolution of their viral college football comedy videos over 11 seasons. They reveal the behind-the-scenes process of filming all day Sunday and editing until 4 a.m. to hit Monday morning deadlines, and explain why they'll never expand beyond SEC content despite the money. Plus, they share stories about their most popular character — Josh's “Vanderbilt Pimp” costume that landed him on College GameDay.

The guys also react to breaking LSU news: Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced at a press...

Brian Kelly is out at LSU after just four seasons, with the Tigers set to pay out up to $54 million. Bruce breaks down the Sunday drama that led to Kelly's firing after the blowout loss to Texas A&M, including the power struggle with AD Scott Woodward over staff changes. Ralph explains how the awkward mix of "Kelly's guys" and "Woodward's guys" created underlying dysfunction, and why the cultural fit was doomed from the start. Plus, the crew debates Kelly's next move: what are the odds he’s coaching again next year? 

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Texas A&M took down LSU 49-25 at Tiger Stadium, and the guys debate whether Kelly's job is safe heading into a bye week before Alabama. They break down how Mike Elko has turned around Texas A&M in year one, with Marcel Reed emerging as a dynamic dual-threat QB and strength coach Tommy Moffitt getting revenge against his former employer.

The crew discusses whether A&M is now the class of the SEC, debates if five SEC teams could make the playoff, and analyzes Steve Sarkisian's explosive postgame rant about Diana Russini’s NFL job re...

Ralph challenges Bruce and Stew on the way the media talks about coaching hires, arguing that the constant chase for the "hot name" creates unrealistic expectations. Using Jeff Brohm and Jedd Fisch as examples, Ralph makes the case that we go all-in on coaches after one big win — which leads to disappointment when ADs inevitably can't land everyone's top choice.

In mailbag, can Florida, Florida State, and Miami all succeed simultaneously in the NIL era? The guys break down how the Sunshine State has changed since the '90s when all three won national titles. Plus, a...

Billy Napier is out at Florida after a 3-4 start, and Bruce and Stew break down who’s next in Gainesville. Is Lane Kiffin tempted to leave his Ole Miss setup for the Gators’ national championship history and elite recruiting base? They debate whether the Florida job is still a blue blood destination in the NIL era, or if programs like Ole Miss have closed the gap.

Jedd Fisch emerges as an intriguing candidate with deep Spurrier connections and Florida ties, while Jeff Brohm's elite play-calling and upset wins over top-5 teams make him a target — but wo...

Miami's undefeated season ends with Carson Beck’s four interceptions at Louisville, but the guys debate whether the ’Canes can still make the playoff at 10-2. Texas Tech loses to Arizona State, throwing the Big 12 race wide open — and raising questions about their quarterback situation.

Georgia survives Ole Miss in a defensive slugfest, LSU falls at Vanderbilt (yes, Vandy is legitimately good), and the crew discusses which SEC team they trust most in a conference where nobody looks dominant.

Brian Kelly and Mike Norvell’s hot seats are heating up after disappointing losses, Notre Da...

As we get deeper into the buyout season, Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne joins Bruce, Stew, and Ralph to pull back the curtain on college football's economics. Byrne addresses whether schools, as Stew wrote in a recent column, are “wildly irresponsible spenders,” or facing genuine financial constraints. He also explains what it's like sitting across the table from powerful agents.

In mailbag, the crew debates whether Arch Manning deserves the criticism after a rough start to his Texas career, and Bruce and Stew disagree on what makes a coach "great" versus just "good." Plus, breakout players to w...

Penn State has fired James Franklin after a shocking loss to Northwestern at home, ending his tenure after years of struggling to win big games. Despite the fractures beneath the surface that led to this moment, does it make sense to fire a coach who consistently wins 10 games?

The crew breaks down the two frontrunners to replace Franklin: Curt Cignetti, who just pulled off the biggest win of the year by beating Oregon at home, and Matt Rhule, who has a close relationship with AD Pat Kraft but has his own problems against strong opponents. They...

Indiana defeated Oregon, leaving no doubt that they're legit contenders. Penn State lost again, this time to unranked Northwestern. Texas soundly defeated Oklahoma, and Arch looked strong. And, an officiating fiasco in Auburn, USC upsets Michigan, players who impressed, and shoutouts.

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Bill Belichick's North Carolina experiment is spiraling at 2-3, with on-field blowouts, staff suspensions, and a roster that might not be good enough to stabilize. Ralph, Bruce, and Stew debate whether the Tar Heels are stuck with him due to the $20M guaranteed contract — and whether powerful boosters who hijacked the coaching search will ever admit they were wrong.

ESPN’s Kris Budden delivered a fiery rant about Big Ten coaches blaming losses on travel, sparking a debate: Is it a legitimate factor backed by the numbers, or just an excuse from highly-paid professionals? The crew digs...

The guys debate whether Steve Sarkisian has a big game  problem after Texas’s loss to Florida. With a 2-8 record against top 10 opponents, is the criticism fair — or is Texas still the team to beat in the SEC? They break down the Red Zone struggles, offensive line issues, and what to expect when the Longhorns face Oklahoma’s elite defense.

Ralph, Bruce, and Stew make their picks for that game and the weekend’s other biggest matchups, including Oregon-Indiana, USC-Michigan, and Alabama-Missouri. And in upset picks, can North Texas pull off the stunner against USF? The guys...

Texas and Penn State were the number 1 and 2 teams before the season. After another week of bad losses, where do they go from here? UNC loses badly to Clemson, and Miami holds off a gritty comeback from Florida State. 

Plus, in shoutouts and players who impressed, the guys touch on Navy, UNLV, Old Dominion, and Pitt. 

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The 2025 QB class was supposed to be special, but Bruce’s recent story reveals major concerns about Arch Manning, Cade Klubnik, and Drew Allar. The guys break down why Manning is pressing at Texas, Klubnik's alarming regression at Clemson, and whether Allar is the next Christian Hackenberg.

On the flip side, Dante Moore is blossoming at Oregon after leaving USC, and Garrett Nussmeier still has NFL believers despite LSU’s struggles. Plus, Ralph and Bruce debate Heisman contenders: Can Diego Pavia actually win it if Vanderbilt stays ranked? Is Fernando Mendoza the real deal at Indiana? And...

Bobby Petrino is back at Arkansas as interim coach, but Bruce says he’s not winning any popularity contests. Despite the baggage, Arkansas ranks second in the SEC in yards per play. Can Petrino navigate a brutal seven-game schedule, featuring five ranked opponents, to save his reputation — or even earn the permanent job?

Ralph defends his AP ballot which has Penn State nine spots lower than the actual poll, sparking a heated debate with Bruce about Texas versus the Nittany Lions. Plus, the crew discusses Paul Finebaum's potential move into politics, and picks the week’s biggest matchu...

Penn State lost in double OT to Oregon. Drew Allar doesn't look like a 5-star recruit, and once again, James Franklin can't win the big game. Ole Miss beats LSU, and is Texas A&M the best team in the SEC? 

Plus, the guys touch on Iowa State, Wake Forest, Cincinnati, San Diego State, and North Texas.

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Mike Gundy's shocking Tuesday firing ends a 21-year era that transformed Oklahoma State from perpetual losers into Big 12 contenders. Ralph, Stew, and Bruce break down how Gundy single-handedly flipped the Cowboys' all-time record from sub-.500 to winning, and debate who might replace him.

John Mateer's hand surgery could derail Oklahoma's Heisman frontrunner and SEC title hopes, but Bruce wonders if the playoff committee might actually give the Sooners credit for games missed without their star QB. 

Plus, in mailbag, a listener apologizes to Stew for doubting his Belichick skepticism, another asks whether Wisconsin should spend L...

Oklahoma tried to hide a receiver. The refs said it was fine. So what exactly happened in Norman? The guys debate whether smart coaching or bad officiating decided Auburn-Oklahoma.

Plus, Vegas doesn't trust the voters: LSU's ranked 4th, but getting points at Ole Miss. The crew picks the big games and Ralph takes four straight road teams because he's learned nothing. Bruce buys Indiana stock, Stew questions Miami's title chances, and everyone wonders if James Franklin can finally beat a good team in the White Out.

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Ralph joins the Sunday livestream to help break down which coaches are already on the hotseat, including Mike Gundy, Billy Napier, and Luke Fickell. Dabo Swinney’s job is seemingly safe, but Clemson is 1-3 for the first time in 17 years of Dabo — and things aren’t looking up. Plus, a non-call seals a Sooner victory over Auburn, and the guys analyze upsets in Salt Lake City, Madison, and Memphis. 

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The legendary Gary Danielson retires at the end of this season. He joins for a conversation reflecting on 36 years of broadcasting, the greatest players he's ever seen, and his favorite Verne Lundquist story. Then in mailbag, the guys debate whether highly-ranked teams like Penn State and LSU are fool's gold. 

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There were major coaching shake-ups this weekend at UCLA and Virginia Tech after embarrassing losses. Who will fill the void? Plus, Ralph's controversial decision to rank 0-2 Notre Dame at #15 on his AP ballot. Stew, Ralph, and Bruce also pick against the spread for the biggest games of the week, and select one upset each.

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Bruce and Stew get into Brian Kelly's post-game explosion following LSU's 20-10 victory over Florida. Did he have a point? Arch Manning gets booed at home, Notre Dame falls to 0-2 in a nail-biter against Texas A&M, and what's the new balance of power in the SEC? Plus, Bruce and Stew name the players who impressed them the most this weekend, and give their weekly shoutouts. 

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The guys dive into the controversy surrounding USC beat writer and AP Poll voter Haley Sawyer, after she placed Florida two slots higher following their loss to USF. They spotlight weekend breakout candidates, battle over college football's best uniforms, and tackle the burning question: Is the mighty SEC finally losing its grip? Plus, they debate whether Duke's reported multi-million dollar quarterback splurge is smart investing — or pure madness.

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Ralph defends his latest AP poll decisions, sparking a debate over Clemson's ranking after their home loss to LSU and whether Oregon deserves to jump Georgia and Penn State. The crew makes their picks against the spread for the weekend's big games including LSU-Florida, Miami-USF, Georgia-Tennessee, and Texas A&M at Notre Dame. They also discuss the Arch Manning shoulder speculation following Steve Sarkisian's press conference, and break down why we’re seeing all these political ads during Saturday football. 

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Bruce and Stew go live to break down a bad week for the Big 12. Plus, Gundy pokes the bear—just how likely is he to keep his job this season? And how much can you really learn from destroying a cupcake opponent? They also dive into ACC title race percentages and spotlight standout performances from John Mateer and Dylan Lonergan.

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Stew quickly comments on Bill Belichick's rough start at North Carolina and the war of words between Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy and Oregon's Dan Lanning. The Athletic's Justin Williams joins the show to give context into the turbulent year Gundy’s had. Plus mailbag questions on how the hosts remain unjaded on thetransfer portal, Ralph’s special expertise on the AP poll process, and how mid-tier programs survive in the NIL era. 

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The Belichick Era begins with a 48-14 drubbing by Sonny Dykes’ Horned Frogs. Bruce and Ralph discuss just how much the sky is already falling. Stew joins and all three argue over Ralph’s updated rankings after a huge Week 1.

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Carson Beck's Hurricanes held off a gutsy comeback attempt from CJ Carr and the Irish in yet another Week 1 Top 10 matchup.

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Bruce and Stew try not to overreact to Arch Manning’s Week 1 loss to Ohio State, Florida State’s huge upset against Alabama, and LSU’s  victory over Clemson. They also give shout outs, and each picks a player who impressed this week. 

Thanks to those who joined this livestream. If you want to join, we'll be back on every Sunday this season at 8:30 a.m. PT, 11:30 a.m. ET. at www.youtube.com/@UCbhfrD1COvG40Mk7vvgaHIQ 

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Ralph, Stew and Bruce discuss Lee Corso's retirement from College GameDay, sharing what he’s meant to them and reflecting on his journey from somewhat successful coach to television icon. Then they dive into the controversy between Ohio State and Dave Portnoy. It’s complicated! They also each predict their breakout star of the weekend, and on mailbag: are teams actually scouting each other through reporters videoing practices? Does it make sense to have two teams from the heartland open the season overseas? And a callback to one of Ralph’s earlier appearances on an Athletic podcast. 

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Bruce, Stew and Ralph break down a Kansas State-Iowa State thriller in Dublin, plus other stories emerging out of Week 0. Then, they preview the biggest Week 1 slate in recent memory. The trio analyzes the week’s three top-10 matchups, including the highly anticipated Texas-Ohio State showdown featuring Arch Manning's debut, LSU-Clemson in Death Valley, and Notre Dame at Miami. They debate whether this is the best opening weekend ever, and each host picks two favorite matchups this weekend. Plus, the guys give their shout-outs to standout Week Zero performances — including a game-winning kicker who learned his trade from YouTube.

The Audible is heading into Week 0 with a new look, new sound, and new co-host: The Athletic’s Ralph Russo. Stew, Bruce and Ralph break down their College Football Playoff picks, including why Oregon might miss out — and which unranked teams could surprise. Plus, preseason takes on new starting quarterbacks, and Bruce shares some insight on Kansas QB Jalon Daniels ahead of the Jayhawks’ Week 0 matchup against Fresno State. 

Read Ralph’s piece on how to boldly avoid going chalk in your postseason predictions: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6562192/2025/08/20/college-football-playoff-predictions-ap-top-25/?source=user_shared_article

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A new college football season brings big changes to The Audible. Bruce and Stew welcome long-time guest Ralph Russo in as a regular host. The show is also adding an extra episode and will be on your feed three times each week. Plus, video! You can now watch every episode of The Audible on YouTube.

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Stew and Bruce discuss the final NCAA sanctions against Michigan for the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal — why there was no postseason ban, the millions of dollars in fines, and what it means for Jim Harbaugh's legacy. Then, it's time for football! They preview the Week 0 matchups, starting with the biggest: Kansas State vs. Iowa State in Dublin, Ireland, a Big 12 clash between two potential conference champions. Other games include Fresno State at Kansas (Matt Entz's debut) and Frank Reich's unique one-year stint at Stanford against Hawaii.

Mailbag tackles the eternal college football vs. NFL debate, whether "cu...

The Athletic’s Sam Khan Jr. joins Stew to break down two major projects: ranking all 136 starting quarterbacks by tiers, and the top top 100 transfer portal players. They dive into the some of the challenging placements on the quarterback list, like Arch Manning at #10, plus debate breakout candidates and the most impactful transfers. Later, Bruce calls in from Alabama practice in Tuscaloosa with insights on the Crimson Tide's new starting QB Ty Simpson, and what he's seeing from Kalen DeBoer's revamped program.

CFB's Top 100 Transfers:

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6523271/2025/08/07/college-football-transfer-portal-rankings/

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The Athletic’s Ralph Russo spent 20 years overseeing the Associated Press Preseason Top 25. This year, he’s a first-time voter. He defends his picks from Stew and Bruce, and they all pick their favorite teams that received votes but didn’t crack the top 25. After that, former Texas Tech offensive lineman turned billionaire Cody Campbell discusses the massive investment in Red Raiders athletics and his vision for fixing college sports' structural problems.

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Can Arizona State repeat last year’s success? How will Texas Tech’s spending frenzy affect their on-field performance this year? Stew and Bruce weigh in on the whole Big 12, and discuss their expectations for Notre Dame this season. In mailbag, they hit on the future of recruiting in the Big 12, how Notre Dame could fit into a 4-4-2-2-1-1-1 playoff format, and whether South Carolina will fall of a cliff this year. 

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Bruce’s highly anticipated annual Freaks List is out. He gives some insight into what separates a “freak” from just a standout player, and highlights some of the most jaw-dropping athletes on this year’s list. Later in the show, Stew and Bruce react to the first preseason Coaches Poll: who’s getting too much love, what highly ranked team could have been ranked even higher, and more.

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After touching on Deion Sanders’ big health news, Stew and Bruce continue their series of “Buy, Sell, or Hold” — this time for the ACC. And in mailbag, they decide which CFB program they’d invest in, argue about where expectations should be Penn State this year, and share personal Beano Cook stories.

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Bruce and Stew are in Las Vegas this week for Big Ten Media Days, where they heard Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti’s pitch for a 16-team playoff, play-in games, and more. They give their take on all that, and give each Big Ten team a “Buy,” “Hold,” or “Sell” rating heading into the season. 

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It’s all SEC today. Is Nick Saban coming back? Is LSU making a mistake by putting a high visibility bullseye on their Week 1 matchup with Clemson? Bruce and Stew play a game of “Buy, Sell, or Hold” on every SEC program for the upcoming season. Plus, in mailbag, the future of bowl games. 

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Bruce joins Stew from Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, TX to break down Big 12 headlines — including Texas Tech's allege $5.1 million deal for 5-star OT Felix Ojo. Plus, Joe Castiglione retires as Oklahoma's longtime AD, a Hugh Freeze (non) controversy, and mailbag questions on Michigan's recruiting surge and the Ivy League playoff participation. 

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On this episode of “The Audible,” the guys take an early look at Week 1 of the 2025 college football season. Which teams have the most to prove? Who’s being overhyped? Plus, they answer your mailbag questions!

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Stew is joined by his colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo, to dive into the latest College Football Playoff expansion news. Will a new format be decided anytime soon? Plus, Wisconsin is suing Miami over alleged tampering in the transfer of a player. Legal expert Michael McCann joins the show to break down the lawsuit and what it could mean for the future of the transfer portal.

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Stew is back in the U.S., and the guys are diving into the early Heisman odds. Which players are poised to impress, and which ones might be a bit overrated? Plus, they answer your mailbag questions!

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce is joined by his colleagues at The Athletic, Ralph Russo and Justin Williams, to discuss the recent NCAA House settlement. The guys dive into what the landmark decision means for the future of college football, how it could reshape the financial landscape of college athletics, and what questions remain.

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce is joined by ESPN writer Seth Wickersham. Bruce and Seth break down his career as a sports writer and look into his new book “American Kings: A Biography of The Quarterback.” And they discuss two of the highest profile stories in college football right now: The Mannings and Bill Belichick.

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Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague Ralph Russo, who’s in Destin, Florida, at the SEC Meetings. The guys dive into the biggest news from the meeting and what it means for the future of college football. Plus, they answer your mailbag questions!

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We’re taking a trip down memory lane on this episode of “The Audible,” as Bruce and Stew go through their top 25 rankings of the 2000s. Plus, your mailbag questions!

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are looking ahead to season win totals. Which teams will go over their projections? and which are destined to fall below them? Plus, they take your mailbag questions!

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo. The guys go through the biggest headlines in college football and discuss which coaches could be in the hot seat.

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On this episode of "The Audible," Bruce and Stew break down the biggest stories from the NFL draft, including Shedeur Sanders plummeting. What is going on with Bill Belichick? And then the guys are joined by Sam Khan Jr. of The Athletic to dive into all the transfer portal news.

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Former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava is headed to UCLA. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down all the news surrounding the transfer portal. Then, the guys are joined by Syracuse head coach Fran Brown.

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Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava made headlines this week as he entered the transfer portal. The Athletic’s David Ubben joins Stew to break down all the news out of Knoxville. Then, the guys are joined by NFL Draft specialist, Todd McShay, to discuss his career and this year’s draft class.

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The University of Florida Gators took home the men’s college basketball national championship earlier this week. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew dive into what this means for Florida Athletics, including their football program. Plus, Stew gives all the details on the landmark House v. NCAA Settlement.

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Stanford is in the news again. GM Andrew Luck hired his former NFL coach, Frank Reich. Bruce and Stew have all the details on this episode “The Audible.” Bruce also sits down with Notre Dame Football alum and media personality, Mike Golic Jr,

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Stanford GM Andrew Luck fired head coach Troy Taylor yesterday. Stew and Bruce have all the story details in this episode of “The Audible.” Then, the guys are joined by long-time college football reporter, Dennis Dodd. 

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Despite a dud of a 2024-25 season, USC has the number-one ranked recruiting class in the country. What does this mean for head coach Lincoln Riley? Bruce and Stew get into all the details with Antonio Morales of The Athletic. Plus, more mailbag questions!

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Bruce and Stew have published their top 25 coach rankings. On this week’s episode, Ralph Russo joins them to break it all down.

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce gives Stew the details of what went down at this year’s NFL Combine. The guys dive into more realignment news and take your mailbag questions. 

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This week’s episode of “The Audible,” is a 3-parter! First, Bruce sits down with new West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez. Then Stew talks with Seth Davis about the future of college athletics and March Madness. And thirdly.. mailbag! 

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On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew are joined by their colleague at The Athletic, Ralph Russo. Ralph is in New Orleans at the Big Ten/SEC Meeting. The guys also break down Stew’s head coaching grades. Plus, Mail bag! 

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The Super Bowl came and went and now all eyes are on the NFL Draft. Bruce and Stew break down the 2025 NFL Draft rankings. Plus, some portal news and mailbag! 

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Former Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly joins Bruce and Stew on this episode of “The Audible.” The guys relive the Ohio State Championship win over Notre Dame this year and look ahead to Coach Kelly’s future with the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, your mailbag questions!

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Three of the four schools that were in the College Football Playoff semi-finals have lost their defensive coordinators. Bruce and Stew kick off their first offseason episode and dive into all the coaching changes across college football. Plus, an early look at which conferences to look out for next season.

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The Buckeyes held off Notre Dame to win the College Football Playoff and secured the Big Ten’s second straight title. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the big game from Atlanta. 

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Can Notre Dame pull off an upset against Ohio State? Bruce and Stew come to you from Atlanta to preview the 2025 College Football National championship game. Plus, some breaking transfer portal tampering news.

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With the Notre Dame-Ohio State national championship game around the corner, Stew and Bruce discuss how the portal and NIL helped loosen the SEC's dominance over college football. They also get into why the Irish can beat the Buckeyes, and Penn State's star players all coming back in 2025.

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The National Championship matchup is set. On this episode of “The Audible,” Bruce and Stew break down the semifinal round of the College Football Playoff.

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We’re down to The College Football Playoff semifinals. Bruce and Stew are joined by Notre Dame beat writer for The Athletic, Pete Sampson, to discuss the highly anticipated Notre Dame vs. Penn State matchup. Then Bruce and Stew break down Texas vs. Ohio State.

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After an underwhelming first round of the College Football Playoff, the quarterfinal round delivered with some unforgettable games. Now the stage is set for the semifinal. Bruce and Stew break down all the action on this episode of “The Audible.”

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Stew and Bruce return from a holiday break to catch up on Bowl Season. They discuss Miami star Cam Ward's decision to sit out the second half of the Pop-Tarts Bowl, the end of the Travis Hunter/Shedeur Sanders era at Colorado and more. And they look ahead to the quarterfinal matchup at the Fiesta, Rose, Sugar and Peach bowls.

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