Football Fandom & a Wild Week One

Gear up football fans! Our latest episode will take you on a riveting journey through the electrifying world of college football - exploring the culture of fan devotion, the role of mascots, and the unfolding saga of Deon Sanders' arrival in Colorado. We also delve into the ripples of conference realignment and its potential implications on smaller schools and low-revenue sports. Other topics of discussion include Nebraska's Women's Volleyball attendance record, USA basketball's loss to Lithuania, and a stacked Week One schedule for the NFL. Watch/listen here: Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, & Stitcher.EPISODE CHAPTERS(0:00:05) - Deion Sanders and College Football Attendance(0:12:04) - Deon Sanders' Next Move(0:17:25) - College Football Fandom and Conference Realignment(0:30:24) - NFL Week 1 Matchups and Tickets(0:41:29) - BYU Cougar Mascot (0:45:44) - Mascot Career Path and College AthleticsSHOW NOTES(0:00:05) - Deion Sanders and College Football AttendanceNebraska's Women's Volleyball game record-breaking attendance, Deon Sanders' arrival in Colorado, potential benefits and drawbacks, and effect on college football and Big 12 discussed.(0:12:04) - Deon Sanders' Next MoveWe examine Deon Sanders' potential as a college football coach, his media presence, and the impact of his potential move to a powerhouse program.(0:17:25) - College Football Fandom and Conference RealignmentCollege teams celebrate turnovers creatively, Duke's upset win over Clemson, conference realignment, and fan base expectations discussed.(0:30:24) - NFL Week 1 Matchups and TicketsColorado's anticipated matchup with Nebraska, NFL's return, Jordan Love vs. Justin Fields, Giants vs. Cowboys, USA Basketball's loss to Lithuania, and NFL ticket prices are discussed.(0:41:29) - BYU Cougar Mascot We debate the BYU Cougars mascot, its role in fandom(0:45:44) - Mascot Career Path and College AthleticsDoug's mascot career prospects, college mascot requirements, 35-year-old kicker inspiration, and political fandom are discussed.

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