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Andy & Ari On3

On3, Andy Staples, Ari Wassermanwww.on3.com
Welcome to “Andy & Ari On3” the ultimate daily podcast for college football fans! Join National College Football hosts Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman as they deliver the latest news, analysis, and insights from the captivating world of college football. Get in-depth coverage of teams, transfer portal, NIL, and recruiting with interviews featuring coaches, players, and experts. Tune in daily for your college football fix! Dropping on YouTube and podcast services at 3 pm et, Monday-Friday! LIVE Instant Reaction shows during the season on Saturday nights at 11:30 pm et!
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Episodes

SEC vs Big Ten: How the NFL Draft results settle the dispute | Alabama-Ohio State series in trouble? Darryn Peterson and Kansas Hoops

The message board season is never over, and Andy & Ari dive into this week’s edition of Megaboard Wednesday. As Andy paroozes the megaboard, he notices a piece of news from Notre Dame regarding WR Malachi Fields and the NFL Draft, which then leads him to compare the numbers between the SEC and Big Ten. Watch here as Andy & Ari debate if the gap is really closing between the SEC and Big Ten. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:42) Presenting Sponsor (4:09) Intro: MegaBoard Wednesday (5:47) Dane ...

Feb 11, 20261 hr 16 minEp. 777

Projecting college football’s TOP quarterbacks in 2026

As the offseason is well underway, J.D. PicKell joins the show to discuss his top quarterbacks ahead of the 2026 season. Is Arch Manning destined to make a year 2 jump? Did Dante Moore make the right decision to stay at Oregon? What about the Buckeyes with Julian Sayin? Did your favorite quarterback make his list? Watch here and let us know who was left out. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:02) Presenting Sponsor (3:30) Intro: J.D. PicKell joins (5:10) J.D.’s Top QBs ahead of 2026 (9:07) Arch Mannin...

Feb 10, 20261 hr 13 minEp. 776

The MOST IMPACTFUL Transfer Portal additions for the 2026 college football season | NDSU joins Mountain West | Duke-UNC Court Storming

As the final football event of the season has concluded in the Super Bowl, Andy & Ari now dive into the top portal additions ahead of the 2026 CFB season. While Cam Coleman and Sam Leavitt headline the list, who are some other names that will make an immediate impact? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into LSU, Texas, and South Carolina. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:16) Presenting Sponsor (3:43) Intro: Super Bowl discussion (5:50) Ari’s Most Impactful Transfers: WR Cam Coleman to Texas (15:0...

Feb 09, 20261 hr 6 minEp. 775

WAR EAGLE: Alex Golesh plans to run the piss out of the ball at Auburn

Happy Friday! As a decision is expected in the Charles Bediako case on Friday, it’s a Dear Andy & Ari episode to send you on into the weekend. Before we get to our incredible listeners, we have an interview with Auburn’s new head football coach in Alex Golesh. Coming over to the plains from USF, Golesh plans to implement a winning playstyle and run the piss out of the ball. How many games can Auburn win in 2026? Watch here as Alex Golesh joins. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:48) Presenting Spo...

Feb 06, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 774

What Bret Bielema learned in the NFL that helped him supercharge Illinois | NCAA Denies Trinidad Chambliss' Waiver | USF's Brian Hartline joins

As the world of college football has changed drastically in the last decade, Bret Bielema has turned the Illinois football program and gained valuable NFL experience in the last 10 years. Watch here as the Fighting Illini head coach joins to discuss his roster building strategy, what he learned from the NFL, and how to build a lasting culture. A great show today with two incredible interviews you won’t want to miss! (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:03) Presenting Sponsor (3:22) Intro: Previewing Ill...

Feb 05, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 773

Is the College Football Playoff calendar BROKEN? How to fix the CFP schedule | Joey Aguilar receives TRO | FSU, Mike Norvell's Outlook

It’s a Megaboard Wednesday episode and the fansites are providing some incredible insight and comments on their favorite programs, but we start with the news of the College Football Playoff releasing dates and sites for next year’s games. How can this schedule be fixed? Andy & Ari discuss on today’s episode (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:11) Presenting Sponsor (3:31) Intro: CFP Dates Revealed (9:56) In an Ideal World (12:32) Can the NFL help? (19:56) Andy’s Solution (23:27) Joey Aguilar grante...

Feb 04, 20261 hr 12 minEp. 772

FIGHT ON? USC’s Lincoln Riley projects a new confidence in 2026 | Tennessee QB sues NCAA | Alabama's QB Competition: Austin Mack or Keelon Russell?

As the college football offseason is underway, USC’s Lincoln Riley hopped on The Herd with Colin Cowherd to discuss the landscape of college football and what to expect in 2026. As the Trojans return a plethora of talent in Los Angeles including QB Jayden Maiava, how successful can the Trojans be this fall? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive deep into the Trojans ahead of Lincoln Riley’s 5th season with USC. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:05) Presenting Sponsor (3:26) Intro: Lincoln Riley’s Comment...

Feb 03, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 771

New Kentucky coach Will Stein explains why the Wildcats can compete in the SEC NOW | Gus Malzahn Retires | Ohio State's TOUGH 2026 Schedule

Happy Groundhog Day! While Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow to indicate six more weeks of winter, Kentucky Head Coach Will Stein joins the show to explain why Kentucky can WIN NOW in the SEC. Watch here as Coach Stein discusses his journey to the Bluegrass state, returning home, and bringing in experienced talent to Kroger Field. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:55) Presenting Sponsor (3:18) Intro: Previewing Will Stein Interview (5:02) Kentucky HC Will Stein Joins (27:01) Florida State OC Gus Malza...

Feb 02, 20261 hr 25 minEp. 770

Has Curt Cignetti solidified himself as the BEST coach in ALL of college sports? Jeff Goodman joins: Kentucky Basketball takes on Arkansas | Charles Bediako's Case

Happy Friday! As the week wraps up, Andy & Ari get ready to send you into the weekend with a GREAT weekend preview of College Basketball with the Field of 68’s Jeff Goodman. Before Goodman joins the show, Andy & Ari ask if Curt Cignetti is truly the best coach in college sports right now. It’s hard to argue against his track record so far. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:55) Presenting Sponsor (4:25) Intro: The Curt Cignetti Effect (7:37) Previewing the conversation with Jeff (10:43) Dell (...

Jan 30, 20261 hr 5 minEp. 769

Is Alabama TOO YOUNG to compete for a CFP National Championship in 2026? Is CFB like the NFL? Tampering in College Football

It’s a Dear Andy & Ari episode and before we get to your incredible questions, Andy was able to hear from Kalen DeBoer at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama, and he had some interesting thoughts on roster building in this age of college football? Should teams assemble its roster based on talent alone or should age be incorporated in the mix? As Indiana was the oldest team in the College Football Playoff this past year, is the route of attaining older players the best? Andy & Ari dive dee...

Jan 29, 20261 hr 7 minEp. 768

The Garrett Nussmeier injury butterfly effect that brought Lane Kiffin to LSU

It's a Megaboard Wednesday episode, and while the message boards are fired up across the country, Andy had a chance to spend some time with Garrett Nussmeier today at the Panini Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss Nussmeier's legacy in Baton Rouge and the ripple effect that eventually led Lane Kiffin to Tiger Stadium. How big of a domino was Garrett Nussmeier's injury to the rest of college football? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive deep into this. (0:00) On Tod...

Jan 28, 202657 minEp. 767

Duke and Darian Mensah SETTLE | Blue Devils QB headed to Miami next? Targeting Rule Changes | Josh Cuevas joins | Alabama in 2026

On Tuesday morning, news broke from both Duke and Darian Mensah's camp that the two have settled, which means Mensah is allowed to enter the transfer portal. As the ACC Champion quarterback is expected to transfer within conference to Miami, should more schools adopt Miami's philosophy in assessing the quarterback position? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive deep into this discussion. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:18) Presenting Sponsor (3:03) Intro: Darian Mensah and Duke Settle (15:00) Miami’s Q...

Jan 27, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 766

Dabo Swinney TELLS ALL: Accuses Ole Miss of tampering for LB Luke Ferrelli

Welcome to a new week of Andy & Ari On3! As the first week of the off-season is underway, our new schedule is now Monday-Friday at 3 pm et! On Friday, Clemson HC Dabo Swinney accused Ole Miss of tampering, and he came with receipts. Watch here as Andy & Ari break down this interesting situation on the world of tampering. (0:00) On Today's Episode (1:10) Presenting Sponsor (2:56) Intro: New Schedule, Monday-Friday (4:03) What happened with Luke Ferrelli? (10:33) Dabo's Press Conference (1...

Jan 26, 20261 hr 15 minEp. 765

Miami’s BRIGHT Future with Mario Cristobal despite CFP National Championship loss | Darian Mensah's Latest

It's a Dear Andy & Ari episode, and we have some incredible questions from our great listeners. To start though, Andy & Ari re-visit Miami, where Mario Cristobal and the Hurricanes are already gearing up for next season. Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into the bright future for the Hurricanes. Also, the fellas go through the latest with QB Darian Mensah and if the Blue Devils QB is really on the move to Miami. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:15) Presenting Sponsor (3:37) Intro: Miami’s f...

Jan 22, 20261 hr 18 minEp. 764

WAY TOO EARLY National Championship Odds: Can the Big Ten make it 4 titles in a row? Duke Sues Darian Mensah | Charles Bediako returning to Alabama Basketball?

It's a Megaboard Wednesday episode, but as the crew returns home from the CFP National Championship in Miami, BetMGM released their way-too-early national championship odds for next season. As Indiana was the 23rd team on the list at this point in time last year, who could be the splash team to win it all? Watch here as Andy & Ari go through the list! (0:00) On Today's Episode (1:20) Presenting Sponsor (3:45) Intro: Bet MGM Way-too-early odds: Indiana (8:18) Who's down the list? Iowa (11:22)...

Jan 21, 20261 hr 6 minEp. 763

What Indiana’s CFP National Championship win MEANS for the rest of College Football

Last night, Indiana pulled off the improbable and won the 2025 CFP National Championship in Curt Cignetti's second season as the head coach in Bloomington. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss this significance of this accomplishment for the rest of the sport and if it can be repeated in the future. Can what Curt Cignetti did be replicated somewhere else? What other schools could make a splash in the college football landscape? Watch here as Andy & Ari recap an incredible title run for the H...

Jan 20, 202643 minEp. 762

Indiana WINS the 2025 CFP National Championship | Hoosiers cap off a PERFECT season vs Canes

Join Andy & Ari LIVE from Hard Rock Stadium tonight following the conclusion of the CFP National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes. As the 2025-2026 season comes to a close, who will be crowned the national champion? Andy & Ari will cover it all from Miami Gardens here. (0:00) INDIANA WINS (9:15) Dell (10:20) What Indiana winning means for the rest of College Football The Dell XPS proves there’s no need to compromise—style, power, and reliability come togethe...

Jan 20, 202618 minEp. 761

Ari makes a SHOCKING National Championship pick switch: Miami or Indiana?

As the CFP National Championship kicks off tonight, it’s Indiana or Miami in a battle for the trophy tonight in Hard Rock Stadium. As all the press conferences and pre-game media appearances are all but finished, it’s time to kickoff the national championship game tonight. What would it mean for both programs? Find out here as Andy & Ari give one last preview of tonight’s title game. (0:00) Intro: Modelo (1:17) Presenting Sponsor (3:02) Intro: National Championship, Ari changes his pick (14:...

Jan 19, 202656 minEp. 760

Miami vs Indiana: National Championship PREVIEW | Will Hurricanes or Hoosiers WIN in the Trenches? Miami OL Francis Mauigoa, Indiana OL Pat Coogan, and Indiana OL Carter Smith Join

Welcome to a very special edition of Andy & Ari On3! On today’s show, presented by Modelo, Andy & Ari go deep into Media Day at the National Championship down in Miami, Florida. As the Indiana Hoosiers are taking on the Miami Hurricanes in Hard Rock Stadium on Monday night, Andy & Ari go into the trenches with the Hoosiers and Canes. With interviews from Pat Coogan, Francis Mauigoa, and Carter Smith, Andy & Ari will have you covered with all you need to know heading into Monday n...

Jan 18, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 759

Is Curt Cignetti the BEST coach in college football? The state of College Football?

As the national championship is just days away from being kicked off in Hard Rock Stadium between Miami and Indiana, a fan sends in a question for today's Dear Andy & Ari show: Is Curt Cignetti the best current coach in college football? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the recent changes in college football that may confirm Curt Cignetti as the best coach in the game. Do you agree? Who do you think is the best current coach in college football? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:12) Presentin...

Jan 15, 202657 minEp. 758

QB Dante Moore RETURNING to Oregon Ducks

Oregon Quarterback Dante Moore has announced he will return to Eugene for another season as Dan Lanning's QB. Watch here as Andy & Ari instantly react to this breaking news out of the Big Ten. Our 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 your firs...

Jan 14, 202616 minEp. 757

Why Marcus Freeman is STAYING PUT at Notre Dame | Keys to victory: Indiana vs Miami | Ty Simpson's Alabama Legacy

It's a Megaboard Wednesday, and the message boards are always providing the best intel amongst the college football fanbases. As the Pittsburgh Steelers job has opened up, Marcus Freeman's name is once again swirling as a candidate to replace Mike Tomlin in Acrisure Stadium. Just like the last time, Marcus Freeman reiterated his passion and desire to be the head coach at Notre Dame. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss Marcus Freeman in depth. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:43) Presenting Sponsor ...

Jan 14, 20261 hr 6 minEp. 756

PORTAL INTEL: A 5-STAR Offensive Lineman Enters while a TOP Safety Commits | Tennessee's QB in 2026?

As news has been heavy around quarterbacks in the transfer portal, a 5-star offensive lineman has just entered his name into the transfer portal. Colorado OL Jordan Seaton, one of Deion Sanders' top recruits out of high school, has entered the portal. What does this mean for Deion Sanders and Colorado? Conversely, where might the top offensive lineman land after entering? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the latest portal news here. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:43) Presenting Sponsor (2:27) ...

Jan 13, 202653 minEp. 755

TRANSFER PORTAL DOMINOES: Sam Leavitt to LSU | Dylan Raiola to Oregon | Ty Simpson and the NFL Draft

As news of the transfer portal is constant as of late, the latest is that Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt is committing to Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers. Watch here as Andy & Ari recap Lane Kiffin's interesting weekend (0:00) On Today's Episode (1:15) Presenting Sponsor (3:00) Intro: Sam Leavitt to LSU (8:55) Lane's Trip to Knoxville (13:08) Dell (14:18) LSU's other QB in Landen Clark (17:47) Dylan Raiola to Oregon (22:45) What will Dante Moore decide? (23:28) Ty Simpson domino, Oregon's Effec...

Jan 12, 202656 minEp. 754

Indiana ANNIHILATES Oregon in the Peach Bowl | Hoosiers advance to face Miami in the Natty

Following the conclusion of the Chick-Fil-A Fiesta Bowl between Oregon and Indiana, join Andy & Ari LIVE right here to break down the game and the national championship matchup. Who will advance to face the Miami Hurricanes in the national title game? Watch here as Andy & Ari react to the conclusion of this game from Atlanta. This show is presented by Modelo! Some things in life are just made for each other. Peanut Butter and jelly. Macaroni and cheese. Modelo and college football. If yo...

Jan 10, 202633 minEp. 753

Miami ADVANCES to the National Championship | Hurricanes vs Ole Miss Fiesta Bowl Instant Reaction

Join Andy & Ari LIVE tonight upon the conclusion of the Miami Hurricanes and Ole Miss Rebels! Who will be the first team to punch its ticket to the national title game in Hard Rock Stadium on January 19th? Find out here TONIGHT! (0:00) On Tonight's Instant Reaction (0:35) Intro: Ole Miss 31, Miami 27 (8:54) Modelo (10:10) Dell (11:16) Carson Beck's Play (24:51) Miami's Path (32:30) Conclusion: See you tomorrow! This show is presented by Modelo! Some things in life are just made for each othe...

Jan 09, 202633 minEp. 752

Will a College Football coach FILL an NFL opening?

As the semifinals of the College Football Playoff begin tonight, there was some news throughout the football world during the day. The Miami Dolphins decided to fire Head Coach Mike McDaniel, making that 8 current NFL head coaching vacancies. On today's mailbag episode, Producer River asks if any of these soon-to-be hires will be a current college football head coach? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into a mailbag episode to begin the CFP semifinals weekend. (0:00) On today's episode (1:04) Pr...

Jan 08, 202655 minEp. 751

Transfer Portal MADNESS: The latest on QB Demond Williams and Washington | Sam Leavitt Visiting Tennessee | Ty Simpson Declares for NFL Draft | CFP Semis FINAL PICKS

As the transfer portal is in full swing, the news does not seem to stop. On Tuesday night, Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. announced on Instagram he would be entering the transfer portal. Also, the Huskies QB signed a deal 4 days to prior to keep him as Washington's signal caller for 2026. How will this debacle end? Andy & Ari breakdown the latest. (0:00) On Today's Episode (1:16) Presenting Sponsor (3:18) Intro: Demond Williams Debacle (7:22) Detailing Demond Williams and Tuesday night (1...

Jan 07, 20261 hrEp. 750

Transfer Portal INTEL: RB Jadan Baugh stays at Florida | QB Kenny Minchey flips from Nebraska

The action in the Transfer Portal is constant these days, as more and more players find destinations daily. Watch here as Jake Crain from On3’s Crain & Cone joins the show to discuss all of the happenings in the transfer portal, including some news off the top with Florida and its star RB in Jadan Baugh. (0:00) Today’s Episode (1:00) Presenting Sponsor (3:30) Intro: Jake Crain joins (4:55) Jadan Baugh returning to Florida (13:01) Dell (14:25) Kenny Minchey flips commitment to Kentucky (17:22...

Jan 06, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 749

Transfer Portal's LATEST Intel | QB Dominos left to fall in College Football

Join Andy & Ari LIVE on Monday afternoon at 3 pm et/2 pm ct to do a full run through of the transfer portal. As the portal opened on Friday, January 2nd, Pete Nakos joins the fellas to recap the entire weekend in the portal. Where will the top quarterbacks land? Find out here as Andy & Ari run through it all. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:42) Presenting Sponsor (3:15) Intro: The Portal is OPEN (4:25) Pete Nakos Joins: Sam Leavitt Latest (10:25) Demand for QBs in Portal (11:30) Ty Simpson'...

Jan 05, 20261 hr 6 minEp. 748
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