The Cover 3 crew is back to dive into the mailbag and answer your questions! They will also provide the latest surrounding Brendan Sorsby and much more. - (00:00) Intro (3:12) Brendan Sorsby Hearing (12:50) Lowest-Ranked Team That Can Win CFP (24:33) How High Can Mendoza Family Climb Among All-Time CFB Families? (31:00) Why Tom Fornelli Hates College Baseball (39:25) Idea Of Texas Tech vs Texas In Week 1 (41:03) Bowl Games To Start Season? (43:19) Would Academic Schools Benefit From Playoff Expa...
Jun 01, 2026•48 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Garrett Ross of Baylor Bears 247 to preview Baylor's 2026 season. They discuss the pressure facing Dave Aranda as he enters a pivotal season in Waco, the arrival of quarterback DJ Lagway, and whether the Bears can find a path to bowl eligibility despite mounting expectations. Plus, a look at Baylor's key position groups, defensive outlook, and what success would look like in 2026. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 Baylor Team Site: htt...
May 31, 2026•19 min
Bud Elliott and Andrew Cherico of Knights247 preview UCF’s 2026 season. They discuss Scott Frost entering year two back in Orlando, the expectations facing the Knights, and whether a favorable schedule could help UCF emerge as a contender in the Big 12. Plus, a look at the roster, key players, and what success looks like in 2026. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 UCF Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/ucf/ (0:00) Vibes in Orlando (0:50) Scott Frost (2:40) ...
May 30, 2026•25 min
Bud Elliott talks with Josh Callaway of Sooners Illustrated to preview Oklahoma’s 2026 season. They discuss the pressure facing Brent Venables, the return of quarterback John Mateer, and just how high Oklahoma’s ceiling could be in 2026. Plus, a look at the Sooners’ biggest strengths, concerns, and expectations heading into another season in the SEC. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 Oklahoma Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/oklahoma/ (0:00) Vibes in Nor...
May 30, 2026•27 min
Bud Elliott sits down with David Lake of InsideTheU to preview Miami’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/miami/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:03:00) - Returning Coaches (00:04:30) - Darian Mensah (00:07:30) - Offensive Line (00:12:10) - Wide Receivers (00:15:30) - Running Backs (00:18:40) - Defensive Front (00:23:45) - Secondary (00:27:30) - Cristobal’s Analytics (00:30:30) - Backups (00:32:15) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Po...
May 29, 2026•35 min
The Cover 3 crew is back and they're running through head coach rankings for the power four conferences. The guys will also discuss the latest from SEC Spring Meetings, update the Brendan Sorsby situation, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:00) Brendan Sorsby Latest (9:45) SEC Spring Meetings (29:53) Danny’s Advise For An FSU Visit (33:40) Which Coach Would You Let Date Your Daughter? (25:19) CFB Head Coach Rankings (47:29) Agreements and Disagreements In Coach Rankings - Cover 3 is available on ...
May 28, 2026•1 hr 6 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Tyler Komis of 247Sports to preview Ole Miss’ 2026 season. - Ole Miss Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/ole-miss/ - (00:00) Intro (00:36) Look Back At Last Season (1:27) Pete Golding Compared To Lane Kiffin (3:10) Offensive Scheme (3:44) QB Trinidad Chambliss (5:57) Kewan Lacy / Other Running Backs (7:52) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (9:48) Offensive Line (11:50) Under-The-Radar Player On Offense (13:25) Defense This Season vs Last Season (14:24) Defensive Line (...
May 27, 2026•25 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Eric Henry of 247Sports to preview Texas’ 2026 season. - Texas Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/texas/ - (00:00) Intro (1:01) Defense under Will Muschamp (3:46) Offense in year 2 with Arch Manning (6:05) Arch Manning recovering from foot injury (7:11) WR Cam Coleman (9:28) Running Backs (10:51) Offensive Line (12:31) Under-the-radar player on offense (14:32) Filling loss of Anthony Hill Jr (15:48) EDGE Colin Simmons (17:40) Biggest question marks on defense (18...
May 26, 2026•24 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Chris Lee of Vandy247 to preview Vanderbilt’s 2026 season. They discuss Vanderbilt following a strong 9-3 season, including the transition from Diego Pavia to top quarterback recruit Jared Curtis and what that could mean for the offense. Plus, a look at a defense that may be positioned to take another step forward in 2026. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 Vanderbilt Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/vanderbilt/ (0:00) Vibes in ...
May 25, 2026•27 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Jared Kelly of 247Sports to preview Indiana’s 2026 season. - Indiana Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/indiana/ - (00:00) Intro (00:33) Coming Off National Championship (1:55) QB Josh Hoover (5:10) Running Backs (6:42) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (8:14) Offensive Line (9:14) Under-The-Radar Player On Offense (11:18) Defensive Line (14:48) Linebackers (15:52) Defensive Backs (18:39) Using The Transfer Portal (20:25) Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Appl...
May 25, 2026•25 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Bobby Deren of scarlet nation to preview Rutgers’ 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/rutgers/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:02:15) - Scheme Changes (00:05:20) - Defensive front (00:08:30) - Defensive Name To Know (00:11:00) - Quarterbacks (00:13:50) - Wide Receivers (00:17:00) - Offensive Line (00:21:00) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit th...
May 23, 2026•26 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Brendan Sonnone of Noles247 to preview Florida State’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/florida-state/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:30) - Offensive Changes (00:03:40) - Ashton Daniels (00:06:30) - Running Backs (00:12:00) - Wide Receivers (00:15:05) - Offensive Line (00:19:10) - Defensive Line (00:25:00) - Defensive Backs (00:27:00) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit the...
May 22, 2026•40 min
We are officially 100 days away from the college football season kicking off! The Cover 3 crew is back with their Mailbag episode! The guys are here to answer your questions! We'll also run through a full preview for the Week 0 slate, react to Ed Orgeron returning to LSU, discuss the latest surrounding Brendan Sorsby, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (1:22) Ed Orgeron Joining Lane Kiffin At LSU (10:22) Creating CFB Power Ratings (17:53) Latest On Brendan Sorsby’s Eligibility Push (35:19) Week 0 Pr...
May 21, 2026•1 hr 6 min
***NOTE: This episode was taped prior to the news of RB Ahmad Hardy suffering a gunshot wound*** - Bud Elliott sits down with Cody Goodwin of 247Sports to preview Missouri’s 2026 season. Missouri Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/missouri/ - (00:00) Intro (1:40) How they kept Eli Drinkwitz (3:17) Outlook for offensive scheme (7:22) Expectations For QB Austin Simmons (10:24) Offensive Line breakdown (12:26) Wide Receivers (16:35) Concern level for defense (18:00) Names to watch on defense ...
May 20, 2026•27 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Cody Goodwin of 247Sports to preview Missouri’s 2026 season. - Missouri Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/missouri/ - (00:00) Intro (00:50) How they kept Eli Drinkwitz (2:27) Outlook for offensive scheme (6:32) Expectations For QB Austin Simmons (9:34) Offensive Line breakdown (11:36) Wide Receivers (15:45) Concern level for defense (17:10) Names to watch on defense (19:34) Outlook for cornerbacks (21:34) Schedule breakdown - Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcas...
May 20, 2026•26 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Sam Webb of 247Sports to preview Michigan’s 2026 season. - Michigan Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/michigan/ - (00:00) Intro (1:34) Kyle Whittingham / Coaching Changes (5:00) Offense under Jason Beck (9:06) RB Savion Hiter (11:21) Under-the-radar WR (15:01) Bryce Underwood & Offensive Line (18:42) Outlook for defense (25:13) Schedule breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit the betting aren...
May 19, 2026•31 min
Bud Elliott and Chris Karpman of Sun Devil Source preview Arizona State’s 2026 season. They discuss the momentum Kenny Dillingham has built in Tempe, expectations for transfer quarterback Cutter Boley, and whether the Sun Devils are ready to handle one of the toughest schedules in college football this season. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 Arizona State Team Site: http://SunDevilSource.com (0:00) Vibes in Tempe (2:34) Quarterbacks (4:42) Running Backs (6:36)...
May 18, 2026•27 min
The Cover 3 crew is back and they're going through Group of Six win totals! Which teams will go over or under this season? The guys also recap the latest recruiting news, discuss congress' plan with college sports, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:58) Congress Preparing Bipartisan Bill For College Sports (17:46) 5-Star OT Mark Matthews Commits To Texas A&M (24:33) Latest Surrounding 2027 Recruiting (27:53) Group Of Six Win Totals & Futures - Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spoti...
May 18, 2026•1 hr
Bud Elliott brings on Jeff Hansen of Cougar Sports Insider to preview BYU’s 2026 season. They discuss high expectations in Provo after the return of quarterback Bear Bachmeier and defensive standout Keanu Tanuvasa, along with key pieces on both sides of the ball and potential breakout players. Plus, a look ahead to BYU’s huge matchup with Notre Dame. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 BYU Team Site: http://CougarSportsInsider.com (0:00) Vibes in Provo (1:48) Defe...
May 16, 2026•22 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Tim O'Malley of 247Sports to preview Notre Dame’s 2026 season. - Notre Dame Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/notre-dame/ - (00:00) Intro (00:52) Taking Next Step On Offense (2:08) QB CJ Carr (5:02) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (8:58) Offensive Line (11:22) Running Backs (16:30) Where Defense Will Be Better (19:42) Tionne Gray (23:33) Schedule Breakdown (27:22) Rematch vs Miami (32:39) Back To CFP? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else...
May 15, 2026•34 min
The Cover 3 crew is back with their Mailbag episode! The guys are here to answer your questions! They also break down the CBS Sports 138 CFB rankings following spring practice, discuss their takeaways from ACC Spring Meetings, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (1:18) Steve Sarkisian Rips Ole Miss Academic Standards (16:43) ACC Joins Big Ten & Big 12 In Support Of 24-Team Playoff (22:06) Would An Expanded Playoff Hurt The Regular Season? (38:32) CBS Sports 138 Released (50:10) Team Most Likely T...
May 14, 2026•1 hr 2 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Daniel Gallen of 247Sports to preview Penn State’s 2026 season. - Penn State Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/penn-state/ - (00:00) Intro (00:53) Changes With Matt Campbell (3:07) Scheme For Offense (4:11) Rocco Becht (6:10) Running Backs (8:09) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (11:31) Offensive Line (14:29) Under-The-Radar Player On Offense (16:22) Scheme For Defense (17:46) Defensive Line (20:34) Linebackers (22:34) Defensive Backs (23:17) Schedule Breakdown Cover...
May 13, 2026•28 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Jordan Hill of 247Sports to preview Georgia’s 2026 season. - Georgia Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/georgia/ - (00:00) Intro (1:18) Looking back at last season (4:27) How pass rush produces more sacks (7:28) Outlook for inside linebackers (9:12) Expectations for secondary (11:59) Under-the-radar player on defense (14:37) How Gunner Stockton takes next step (18:36) Outlook for WR room (23:08) Expectations for the backfield (25:40) Offensive Line (30:56) Schedu...
May 12, 2026•35 min
The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest surrounding the ever-changing CFB landscape, keep you up to date with recruiting intel, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:25) CFB White House Reform (30:17) Ryan Day’s Son RJ Commits To Northwestern (38:01) 5-Star CB Donte Wright Flips To Miami (40:38) Top Recruiting Classes For 2027 (43:40) What Happened To The Buzz Around Jamey Chadwell? (49:57) 5-7 Teams In Bowl Games? - Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you lis...
May 11, 2026•53 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Jason Scheer of Wildcat Authority to preview Arizona’s 2026 season. They discuss expectations rising in year two under Brent Brennan, Noah Fifita’s outlook after earning First-Team All-Big 12 honors, and the impact of his relationship with offensive coordinator Seth Doege. Plus, a look at Arizona’s returning talent at running back and wide receiver, along with key questions on the offensive line and in the secondary. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Us...
May 10, 2026•19 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Jackson Moore of BarkBoard to preview Fresno State’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/fresno-state/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:40) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:02:50) - Quarterbacks (00:05:00) - Running backs (00:06:10) - Wide Receivers (00:07:40) - Offensive Line (00:09:30) - Defensive Line (00:10:55) - Defensive Backs (00:12:40) - Where The Defense Needs To Step up (00:13:30) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and...
May 09, 2026•15 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Eagle Insider’s Mitch Wolfe to preview Boston College’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/boston-college/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:55) - Bill O’Brien/Coaching (00:05:10) - Offensive Changes (00:07:30) - Quarterback Battle (00:08:05) - Runningbacks (00:09:10) - Wide Receivers (00:11:47) - Offensive Line (00:15:00) - Offensive Player To Know (00:17:00) - Defensive Line (00:19:20) - Linebackers (00:21:20) - Defensive Backs (00:26:00) - Can BC Make A B...
May 09, 2026•34 min
The Cover 3 crew is back and they are creating the PERFECT college football calendar. The guys also discuss which new hire has done the best job, go through post-spring power rankings and MUCH MORE! - (00:00) Intro (00:47) The Perfect CFB Calendar (17:16) New Coaching Hire That’s Done The Best (24:36) Post-Spring Power Rankings (33:45) Spring MVPs (40:00) Best Coach To Go On Vacation With - Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit the betti...
May 08, 2026•44 min
Bud Elliott sits down with Matt Prehm of Duck Territory to preview Oregon’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/oregon/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:45) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:01:50) - Coaching Changes (00:05:00) - Dante Moore (00:07:28) - Wide Receivers (00:10:50) - Offensive Line (00:17:00) - DC Change + Defensive Front (00:24:00) - Linebackers (00:28:10) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit th...
May 08, 2026•34 min
The Cover 3 crew is back with their Mailbag episode! The guys answer your questions! PLUS... CFP/schedule adjustment proposals, QBs suffering from drops and much more! - (00:00) Intro (2:43) CFP Expansion Talk (15:05) CFB Calendar Adjustments (21:20) QBs Most Impacted By Drops (30:35) Brendan Sorsby Outlook (34:16) Explanation For “Weak” NFL Draft Class (37:40) 5-for-5 Impact On BYU (42:21) Fantasy College Football Future (47:23) Florida State & Georgia Cancel Home-And-Home - Cover 3 is avai...
May 07, 2026•52 min
