As the calendar turns to May, most college football programs have wrapped up spring ball and are turning their attention towards the beginning of fall camp. Who are the top prospects for the 2026 season? Yahoo! Sports’ Nate Tice joins the show to discuss his top 25 list of best players for next year’s NFL Draft. Do you agree with his list? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:04) Intro: Previewing Nate Tice (2:46) Nate Tice joins (6:13) Nate’s rankings: Arch Manning (11:50) March for Arch? (15:17) LaNor...
May 04, 2026•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 838
As the Brendan Sorsby gambling story has swept the college football landscape this week, a listener sends in a question on the subject to kick off today’s Dear Andy & Ari episode. Before you head into your weekend, Andy & Ari have you covered on the latest happenings of the Brendan Sorsby gambling situation. Also, a random ranking at the end of the top costumed mascots in all of college football. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:53) Intro: Sorsby Latest (14:53) Notre Dame and Bama in last ye...
May 01, 2026•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 837
As change is inevitable in college football, one major change that is expected in the near future is the expansion of the 12-team College Football Playoff field. As the University of Tennessee put on its Big Orange Caravan, Tennessee AD Danny White went against the grain on what the SEC commissioner wants: a 24 team playoff field. As Greg Sankey has been against the expansion of the 12-team field, it seems as if the 24 team field picks up more and more steam. Is Greg Sankey in quicksand fighting...
Apr 30, 2026•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 836
While the Brendan Sorsby gambling situation has dominated most of the discussion in college football this week, new details have emerged in this case. Early on Wednesday, On3’s Pete Nakos wrote a story that details how Sorsby placed over ten thousand wagers, averaging out to twenty bets a day. Will the former Cincinnati QB play another snap in college football? Watch here as Andy & Ari break it all down here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:00) Intro: Details in Brendan Sorsby (10:28) Private I...
Apr 29, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 835
As more details unravel regarding the Brendan Sorsby gambling situation at Texas Tech, Andy & Ari breakdown the latest surrounding the Red Raiders in Lubbock. Will Texas Tech be comfortable turning to backup quarterback Will Hammond? Coming off a season-ending injury a season ago, how good of an option is Hammond? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into this here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:00) Intro: Sorsby Latest, Next for Texas Tech (7:05) Punishments if Texas Tech tries to attain a blin...
Apr 28, 2026•57 min•Ep. 834
On Monday, news broke that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby would be taking a leave of absence from the Red Raider program for a gambling addiction. Watch here as Andy & Ari react to this piece of news out of Lubbock here. What’s next for the Texas Tech Red Raiders? Andy & Ari discuss this breaking news here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:53) Presenting Sponsor (2:01) Intro: Brendan Sorsby News (10:15) What’s next for Texas Tech (16:25) SEC’s Dominance in 2026 NFL Draft (24:35) Does the SEC h...
Apr 27, 2026•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 833
As the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is complete, there were two quarterbacks taken off the board: Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza (Raiders, Pick #1) and Alabama QB Ty Simpson (Rams, Pick #13). While the Mendoza selection was expected, the question were really surrounding Simpson. As the LA Rams are set to start 38-year old quarterback in Matt Stafford this season, was this a good move for Sean McVay’s squad? Does it help the Los Angeles Rams win now? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss. Also, ...
Apr 24, 2026•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 832
As the College Football Playoff selection committee has met this week, the big question coming out of the meetings is: Will the CFP expand to 16 or 24 teams? As much of the chatter revolves around expanding the format, is this really a good idea? Do college football fans really want an expanded format from 12 teams? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the risks and benefits of expanding the field. What’s ahead for the CFP? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:13) Presenting Sponsor (2:55) Intro: CFP Ex...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 831
As the Indiana Hoosiers shocked the world this past college football season, Curt Cignetti and the IU football team now know there is a target on their back. Watch here as Curt Cignetti joins Andy & Ari on today’s episode and recap the College Football Playoff run while keeping focus on what’s ahead for the Hoosiers. Can the Hoosiers run it back and have the same success this fall? Let us know in the comments! (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:30) Presenting Sponsor (2:11) Intro: Previewing Curt ...
Apr 22, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 830
On Thursday night, the 2026 NFL Draft will begin in Pittsburgh. While the overarching thought is that Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson will be the top quarterbacks selected, the rest of the field is up in the air. One of the more notable QBs in the draft is LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier. Being injured for most of the 2025 season, a report revealed that Garrett Nussmeier has a cyst on his spine. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss this interesting story while taking a look at the rest of the quarterba...
Apr 21, 2026•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 829
As spring practice continues across the country, Texas, Oklahoma, and Michigan all completed their spring games this past Saturday. With summer workouts ahead, how do each of these teams look? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive deep into Texas, Oklahoma, and Michigan here. Also, Wake Forest’s Head Coach Jake Dickert joins the show. A HUGE Monday show to start your week here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:54) Presenting Sponsor (2:34) Intro: Skydiver at Virginia Tech (5:05) How did Texas look Satur...
Apr 20, 2026•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 828
As this offseason has been full of court cases and injunctions, there was more news out of a courtroom on Thursday. Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke is set to return to the Sooners after being granted an injunction. What does this mean for Oklahoma’s football team in the fall? Watch here as Andy & Ari break down this news in today’s Dear Andy & Ari show. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:54) Presenting Sponsor (2:08) Intro: Owen Heinecke set to return to Oklahoma (13:33) Oklahoma’s 2026 Expectations...
Apr 17, 2026•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 827
As the world of college football has changed drastically just in the last decade, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck has been able to navigate the changes in an admirable way since taking over for the Gophers in 2017. Watch here as Coach Fleck joins Andy & Ari to discuss how Minnesota has adapted to the NIL era, how competitive they are in the Big Ten, and why the Gophers are running a fair program. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:27) Presenting Sponsor (1:42) Intro: Rowing a Boat (7:09) P.J. Flec...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 826
As the Michigan Wolverine fanbase has big expectations for Kyle Whittingham's tenure in Ann Arbor, the new head coach for UM is set to rely on some of the young talent on his roster. With young stars like Bryce Underwood and Savion Hiter, Michigan is looking to be in the College Football Playoff conversation later this fall. Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into the best megaboard topics! (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:56) Presenting Sponsor (2:10) Intro: Michigan's INSANE young talent (16:26) Si...
Apr 15, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 825
As a number of spring games have concluded across the country, one of the more intriguing games comes out of Tennessee with the Vols. As Josh Heupel enters his 6th season in Knoxville, Brent Hubbs from VolQuest joins to discuss where thing stand with the quarterback battle on Rocky Top. Who will start for the Volunteers? How much of an impact will DC Jim Knowles make? What should fans expect in 2026? Andy & Ari discuss with Brent Hubbs here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:54) Presenting Sponso...
Apr 14, 2026•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 824
Over the weekend, a number of college football programs held their yearly spring game. While most of the games were not televised, Andy & Ari bring on reporters who were at both Florida and Alabama's spring games. What's the latest on the quarterback battles out of Gainesville and Tuscaloosa? Watch here as Zach Abolverdi from Gators Online and Charlie Potter from BamaOnLine join today's show to provide the latest on two of the top programs in the SEC. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:53) Present...
Apr 13, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 823
While the 2026 NFL Draft is set to take place in Pittsburgh later this month, a listener sends in a question on who the top quarterbacks for next year’s draft will be. With Dante Moore, Arch Manning, and Julian Sayin all returning to college football, which one will be a top prospect for next year’s NFL Draft? Also, a number of the top draft-eligible QBs will have the option to return for their senior season, so that could be involved. A Dear Andy & Ari episode to send you on in to your week...
Apr 10, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 822
As the off-season is in full swing, On3’s Chris Low has been on a college football tour lately, visiting some of the top programs across the country. Watch here as Andy & Ari recap Chris Low’s first part of the tour as the fellas dive deep into Texas A&M, Ohio State, and many more throughout the country. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:50) Presenting Sponsor (2:00) Intro: Previewing Chris Low (3:42) Chris Low joins the show (4:30) Texas A&M’s trajectory after CFP berth (15:33) Subscribe...
Apr 09, 2026•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 821
As Jeremiah Smith is heralded as the best wide receiver in all of college football, the star Buckeyes wide receiver has had to make some tough decisions to stay in Columbus. Reportedly offered $10M to transfer somewhere else, watch here as Andy & Ari break down Jeremiah Smith’s decision to stay with the Buckeyes. Is this the right choice? Would you stay in Ohio State if you were Jeremiah Smith? Andy & Ari debate on today’s show. Read Chris Low's story on Jeremiah Smith here: https://www....
Apr 08, 2026•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 820
As the show dropped yesterday, news of North Carolina hiring Michael Malone to be the next head basketball coach in Chapel Hill broke. As Andy & Ari make their way home from Indianapolis, Ari asks Andy if this situation is any similar to the recent football hiring in Chapel Hill. Watch as Andy & Ari discuss the similarities and differences in these two recent hirings at UNC. What do you think? Does the hiring of Michael Malone feel more serious? (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:09) Presentin...
Apr 07, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 819
Join Andy & Ari here as the fellas react to the national championship LIVE from Indianapolis. While UConn did everything they could to keep it tight in the first half, Michigan still held on to a 4 point lead at the half. WIll UConn be able to knock off the talented Wolverines and continue its dynasty, or will Dusty May and the top ranked team from the Midwest Region be too much to handle? Join Andy & Ari here. Our show is also presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet...
Apr 07, 2026•15 min•Ep. 818
The men’s college basketball championship is TONIGHT, as the UConn Huskies and Michigan Wolverines will face off to secure their one shining moment as the buzzer sounds in Lucas Oil Stadium. While Dan Hurley and Dusty May are at the top of their game, what can college football coaches learn from the two facing off tonight? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss while previewing the title game tonight. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:41) Presenting Sponsor (2:08) Intro: UConn vs Michigan TONIGHT (5:21...
Apr 06, 2026•48 min•Ep. 817
As the Final Four gets underway tonight, it’s time for an ultimate Culver’s basketball show right from Indianapolis. Watch here as Andy & Ari preview the two premiere games set to tipoff tonight. Will Illinois or UConn advance? How about Michigan vs Arizona? Watch here as Andy & Ari are joined by some GREAT guests in Indy here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:55) Intro: Welcome to the Final Four (9:00) Tyler Hansbrough and Jeff Goodman join (14:55) Hansbrough on UNC opening (24:48) Closing ...
Apr 04, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 816
Happy Friday! As the fellas get ready to make their way to Indianapolis for the Final Four, Andy & Ari have some great questions from the listeners to run through. With TCU head coach Sonny Dykes' recent comments on Indiana's new QB Josh Hoover, Peter asks about the development of the quarterback position for the Horned Frogs since Dykes took over in Fort Worth. Watch here as Andy & Ari dive into TCU while including Curt Cignetti's rebuttal to Sonny Dykes. (0:00) On Today's Episode (0:36...
Apr 03, 2026•43 min•Ep. 814
Over in Blacksburg, Virginia, the Virginia Tech Hokies are looking to spark its football program again with the introduction of James Franklin as the next head coach of the storied football program. Now, after a few months on the job, James Franklin joins the show to discuss what expectations are with the Hokies and how his prior experiences prepared him for his next challenge. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (2:40) Intro: Previewing James Franklin (4:42) James Franklin joins the show (19:15) How hung...
Apr 02, 2026•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 813
It’s a Megaboard Wednesday, and as Andy & Ari go through the On3 message boards, Alabama fans are discussing Chris Low’s latest article highlighting the Crimson Tide head coach. As Kalen DeBoer enters his third season in Tuscaloosa, will Alabama be able to really compete for a national championship this upcoming season? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss Chris Low’s story on Kalen DeBoer. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:43) Presenting Sponsor (2:35) Intro: Kalen DeBoer with Chris Low (25:24) ...
Apr 01, 2026•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 812
While LSU has been a hot topic this offseason, the coaches have been taking up all of the spotlight in Baton Rouge. As spring practice is underway in Lane Kiffin’s first season, Jabari Mack is a name to keep an eye out for. Making an unbelievable grab in practice, the highly rated receiver is already turning some eyes on campus. Is this LSU’s next star at wide receiver? Watch here as Andy & Ari break down this unreal highlight from LSU Tigers spring practice. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:34)...
Mar 31, 2026•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 811
On Sunday, one of the most iconic NCAA Tournament moments happened as UConn’s Braylon Mullins sent the Duke Blue Devils home in Washington D.C. Is this one of the most iconic March moments of all time? Andy explains why UConn and Dan Hurley knocking off Jon Scheyer’s Blue Devils is a top tier moment in all of the NCAA Tournament. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:53) Presenting Sponsor (2:20) Intro: UConn’s unreal buzzer beater vs Duke (13:27) Duke Losing = Ohio State Football (25:59) Culver’s (27:56...
Mar 30, 2026•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 810
After a wild week in Baton Rouge, Will Wade is now once again the head basketball coach at LSU. It’s a Dear Andy & Ari episode, and one fan asks about the top 3 notable coaches down at Louisiana State University: Lane Kiffin, Kim Mulkey, and now, Will Wade. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss the overall state of the athletic department at LSU and then how entertaining this upcoming season will be with a whole lot of character from their coaches. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (1:02) Presenting ...
Mar 27, 2026•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 809
A few weeks ago, our very own J.D. Pickell put out a list of the most wrongfully disrespected college football figures in the sport. On today’s show, J.D. joins Andy & Ari to explain some of the names on his list. Watch here as the fellas dive deep into why Dabo Swinney, Ryan Day, & Lincoln Riley all made the list. Also, why is Georgia’s OC Mike Bobo on the list? Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss with J.D. Pickell here. (0:00) On Today’s Episode (0:48) Presenting Sponsor (3:02) Intro:...
Mar 26, 2026•1 hr•Ep. 808
