It’s vacation week for Andy & Ari, but before they head off for the week, it’s time to draft the top current college football head coaches. As Curt Cignetti led Indiana to the national championship in his 2nd season as the Hoosiers’ head coach, has he already solidified himself as the no-doubt first pick in the draft? What about Kirby Smart or Ryan Day? Does Dabo Swinney even get drafted? Watch here as Andy & Ari draft their top quarterbacks before taking off for vacation. (0:00) On Toda...
Jun 29, 2026•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 878
Happy Friday! It's a Dear Andy & Ari day to close out the week, and the listeners have sent in some excellent questions to start the weekend. Although the USMNT lost to Turkey last night in the World Cup, the United States made it out of group play and are preparing for the real tournament. One listener asks, "What kind of run must USA make in the World Cup to top Curt Cignetti's national title run at Indiana?" Andy & Ari dive into this interesting question. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:...
Jun 26, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 877
As the college football season is right around the corner, Arkansas State head coach Butch Jones joined Andy & Ari to discuss his path to coaching the Red Wolves, what happened in his time at Tennessee, and if he will attend the Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift wedding. A great in depth conversation with Butch Jones detailing his career. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:52) Presenting Sponsor (2:45) Intro: Previewing Butch Jones (5:57) Butch Jones joins (11:04) Josh Dobbs' Wedding (13:10) Kelce-S...
Jun 25, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 876
As the Brendan Sorsby saga continues to add more and more layers to it, some news happened on Tuesday regarding the former Texas Tech QB. The NFL has decided to decline Brendan Sorsby for the 2026 supplemental draft, meaning Sorsby will have to sit out of football for the upcoming fall. Are there any last ditch efforts the former Red Raiders QB can make? Andy & Ari discuss on today's episode. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:55) Intro: Sorsby & the NFL Supplemental Draft (9:35) NFL's Hammer,...
Jun 24, 2026•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 875
Over in northwest Arkansas, the Razorbacks are looking for a much better 2026 campaign than last season. Replacing Sam Pittman, Ryan Silverfield comes in from Memphis to take over the Razorbacks football program. With plenty of support from the local community in Fayetteville, will Silverfield return the Razorbacks to its winning ways? Watch here as the first year head coach joins Andy & Ari to discuss on today's episode. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:40) Presenting Sponsor (2:32) Intro: Prev...
Jun 23, 2026•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 874
On Monday morning, a bombshell dropped as Michigan Wolverines basketball head coach Dusty May finalized a deal to become the next head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. After winning the national championship in his second year in Ann Arbor, Dusty May leaves the Wolverines at a weird time on the calendar. Watch as Andy & Ari discuss Mike Boynton Jr. filling the shoes of Dusty May here. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:45) Presenting Sponsor (2:15) Intro: Dusty May to Dallas (7:23) Translating May's...
Jun 22, 2026•54 min•Ep. 873
Crain & Cone take over and fill in for Andy & Ari again on Friday for their own mailbag, answering questions about everything like if Sam Leavitt is the most overrated quarterback in the country, the state of the Big 12 outside of Texas Tech and the ACC outside of Miami, and whether Auburn or Michigan will have a better year one under new head coaches in 2026. 0:00 Intro 2:48 Is Sam Leavitt the most over-hyped quarterback in college football? 6:10 Which coach is most in need of a 'good s...
Jun 19, 2026•35 min•Ep. 872
Crain & Cone take over and fill in for Andy & Ari on Wednesday to snake draft, picking everything from coaches and players to athletic directors and stadiums, their best possible programs in CFB. This show is also presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code CFB and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! Here’s how it works: 1. Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code CFB. 2. Deposit at least $10 and place y...
Jun 17, 2026•21 min•Ep. 871
Brendan Sorsby will not play for Texas Tech this season. The quarterback, who was set to play after a judge granted an injunction forbidding the NCAA from enforcing its gambling rules, has decided to enter the NFL's supplemental draft. Will Hammond, who backed Behren Morton last season and who is coming off a torn ACL, will be the new QB1 in Lubbock. The news comes on the same day that the Big 12 filed a lawsuit in federal court against Texas attorney general Ken Paxton and various parties conne...
Jun 16, 2026•26 min•Ep. 870
As the fellas went through the SEC, Big Ten, and ACC last week, it's time to dive into the Big 12 power rankings. As On3's Brett McMurphy submitted his power rankings last week, Andy & Ari dive into the Big 12 teams on Brett's list here. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:59) Presenting Sponsor (2:30) Intro: Big 12 Conference (5:06) Oklahoma State at 6 (7:43) Full List of Teams (8:23) Arizona State at 10 (12:13) Arizona at 4 (13:39) Baylor at 13 (15:21) Colorado (18:13) Houston in the top 5? (21:4...
Jun 15, 2026•43 min•Ep. 869
While Texas Tech has been the dominating topic of discussion in college football this week, Andy & Ari dive deep into the mailbag to answer questions on the Red Raiders and the Big 12. As the Texas Tech administration released at 20+ minute video explaining their stance on the Brendan Sorsby situation, should they have said anything? Watch here as Andy & Ari do a deep dive into the wild scenario out of Lubbock. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:42) Intro: Texas Tech & The Big 12 (3:03) De...
Jun 12, 2026•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 868
As the entire world watched the Knicks vs Spurs in awe last night, Andy & Ari try to find the equivalent in college football to last night’s incredible spectacle in Madison Square Garden. Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into their top moments in college football history to see if they compare to what the world saw in New York City last night. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:58) Presenting Sponsor (2:32) Intro: New York’s WILD comeback (16:56) Who Am I? (22:15) Texas Tech vs the World (32:54) ...
Jun 11, 2026•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 867
As Auburn hosted a soccer match between Argentina and Iceland last night, Andy & Ari dive into Freddy's experience in Jordan-Hare Stadium last night. After diving into Freddy's fun time in America, the fellas stick around in SEC country and analyze the SEC power rankings that On3's Chris Low put out earlier this week. With Texas as Chris's top team, is this warranted? Should Georgia be the obvious number one? Watch here as Andy & Ari debate (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:47) Presenting Spo...
Jun 10, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 866
As the Brendan Sorsby news continues to spark plenty of reactions throughout college football, will the Big 12 and Brett Yormark do anything about this? Watch here as Andy & Ari continue to discuss the Brendan Sorsby saga now that the QB is eligible to play during the 2026 season with Texas Tech. Will anything come out of this, or will Sorsby play the rest of the season after serving his 2-game suspension? (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:48) Intro: How will Big 12 respond? (9:51) How this situa...
Jun 09, 2026•57 min•Ep. 865
Early on Monday, news dropped out of Lubbock County that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby would be granted a temporary injunction, allowing him to be eligible to play for the Red Raiders this fall. Serving a two-game suspension to start the 2026 season, Sorsby will be eligible to suit up in week 3 vs the Houston Cougars. What’s the fallout of this? Watch as Andy & Ari debate back and forth. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:20) Intro: Fallout of the Injunction (11:12) Tweets around the nation (14:28)...
Jun 08, 2026•58 min•Ep. 864
Happy Friday! Before the guys head into their weekend, it’s a Dear Andy & Ari show, and our listeners have provided some great questions. First off, the guys visit the realignment discussion and if it ties into the Protect College Sports Act. Would the SEC and Big Ten try to expand in light of this proposed legislation? Andy & Ari dive into if they would and which schools would be ideal candidates to join the leagues. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:54) Presenting Sponsor (2:40) Intro: Welc...
Jun 05, 2026•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 863
On Thursday afternoon, Andy & Ari were able to play the new EA Sports College Football '27 video game. Releasing on July 9th, Andy & Ari take you through the new wrinkles and tweaks to the latest edition of this iconic video game. What changes are YOU most excited for? Who is your team you're starting your dynasty with? (0:00) Intro: EA Sports CFB '27: Early thoughts (4:54) Changes: Commentators (7:54) Ohio State-Texas recreation (10:05) LSU-Ole Miss (13:30) Conclusion: Thanks! Our show ...
Jun 05, 2026•15 min•Ep. 862
As the Texas and Texas Tech verbal war continues, Joey McGuire made some comments at the San Antonio touchdown club on Wednesday, saying Texas is “scared” to play Texas Tech and the Red Raiders are expecting to add a home and home for the 2027-2028 seasons. Will Texas and Texas Tech EVER schedule a non-conference regular season game? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the feud between the Longhorns and Red Raiders. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:39) Presenting Sponsor (2:36) Intro: Joey McGuire ...
Jun 04, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 861
On Wednesday, Nick Saban testified at "The Protect College Sports Act" hearing. As the SEC and Big Ten have released a joint statement going against the act, former Alabama head coach Nick Saban has openly went against the SEC's wishes. Meanwhile, Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua made some comments regarding the super league, suggesting it was the most profitable route for college sports. Watch here as Andy & Ari breakdown the latest out of Capitol Hill. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:48) Presentin...
Jun 03, 2026•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 860
As the College Football Playoff and its format has been a major discussion topic of the off-season, Andy presents a question: Would the BCS Formula be a better way to determine the College Football Playoff field? As Tennessee AD Danny White made the suggestion, Andy & Ari dive into what would really go behind that decision. Do you think the BCS formula would be a better alternative to what we have now? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:11) Presenting Sponsor (3:07) Intro: BCS Formula (17:30) Why ...
Jun 02, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 859
As Brendan Sorsby is seeking an injunction vs the NCAA to be eligible for the 2026 season, how successful will the Texas Tech QB be? As the injunction hearing was set for Monday, Andy & Ari break down the absolute latest on the former Cincinnati and Indiana QB. Will Sorsby suit up in Lubbock, or will Joey McGuire’s Red Raiders have to officially turn the page with a new quarterback? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:00) Intro: Sorsby’s injunction hearing latest (15:22) What if Sorsby wins? (17:42...
Jun 01, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 858
After Steve Sarkisian’s comments a couple of weeks ago that seemed slightly pointed at Texas Tech, Joey McGuire and the Red Raiders proclaim they want to play the Longhorns in week one. Offering to pay both buyouts of the Abilene Christian and Texas State games to clear the schedule, would the Longhorns even consider this? Should Steve Sarkisian and the Texas Longhorns even consider this proposition? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:04) Presenting Sponsor (2:46)...
May 29, 2026•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 857
As Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell submitted a bipartisan legislation to save college sports, Senator Cruz joins Andy & Ari on today’s show to explain just how the Protect College Sports Act would work. Will this legislation work and be pushed through? Will the SEC and Big Ten schools jump on board as well? What about the Lane Kiffin rule? Watch here as Senator Ted Cruz joins the show to explain. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:43) Presenting Sponsor (2:25) Intro: Previewing Senator Cruz (...
May 28, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 856
On Wednesday, Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell proposed The Protect College Sports Act. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the ins and outs of this bill and if the SEC and Big Ten will get behind this proposed idea. Do you think this is the right way to fix college athletics? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:20) Intro: Protect College Sports Act (11:50) Main reason schools don’t want to collectively bargain (16:12) How would the bill work? (24:40) Pete Golding responds to Lane Kiffin (33:01) G...
May 27, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 855
As the 2026 SEC Spring Meetings are underway in Destin, Florida, Andy Staples and Pete Nakos are on the scene with the absolute latest. One of the more notable sessions involved Texas A&M’s Mike Elko, who could make an exceptional commissioner. While a number of SEC head coaches took the podium today, watch here as Andy & Pete dive through some of the most notable quotes from Tuesday in Destin. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:52) Presenting Sponsor (2:34) Intro: Mike Elko at the podium (16:...
May 26, 2026•51 min•Ep. 854
Before Andy & Ari get into the long holiday weekend ahead, the guys are ready to send you into the weekend with a fun mailbag episode here. As the theme for this week’s mailbag revolves around moments that could’ve changed everything in the sport, and we have some great suggestions from listeners. After the mailbag segment, the guys draft their top quarterbacks in college football as producer River joins. A great episode you won’t want to miss (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:52) Presenting Spon...
May 22, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 853
On Thursday, Steve Sarkisian had some pointed comments towards former in-state Big 12 foe Texas Tech. When asked about the College Football Playoff and the strength of schedule factor, Sarkisian made some waves with his comments on the Red Raiders. Watch here as Andy & Ari go through the back and forth that happened online, along with suggesting why the two schools need to meet on the gridiron once more. Our show is also presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus...
May 22, 2026•18 min•Ep. 852
As the LSU Tigers have had all sorts of reunions lately, the Bayou Bengals add another in Ed Orgeron returning to join Lane Kiffin’s staff in Baton Rouge. Watch here as Andy & Ari react to the 2019 national championship winning coach returning to Tiger Stadium this fall. Do you think this is good news for LSU? Let us know your thoughts! (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:51) Presenting Sponsor (2:34) Intro: Ed Orgeron returns (9:44) All the reunions at LSU (21:58) Previewing Clark Brooks - 100 Day...
May 21, 2026•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 851
Over in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, Tony Petitti and the Big Ten are holding their spring meetings, and the commissioner provided some interesting quotes regarding the expansion of the College Football Playoff. In favor of the 24-team format, Petitti provides his reasons for the expansion of the tournament. Watch here as Andy & Ari debate if this is really a good idea or not for the future of the sport. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:03) BetMGM (2:40) Intro: Tony Petitti on Expansion (9:3...
May 20, 2026•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 850
As the chatter surrounding college football has been predominately about the expansion of the College Football Playoff, another weekend has been brought up out of concern: the conference championship weekend. Watch here as Andy & Ari break down Ryan Day with The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman and how the Buckeyes head coach says The Game would be enhanced without the Big Ten title game. Do you think this is true? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:44) ...
May 19, 2026•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 849
