Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... Nico Iamaleava is shaking up college football — is his transfer exactly what the sport needed? J.D. breaks down what it means for Tennessee and the national landscape. We’ve also got spring intel you need to hear from Michigan, Nebraska, and Texas — including Bryce Underwood and Arch Manning updates. Plus, a full temp check on Oklahoma, Florida, and Ohio State heading into summer. And don’t miss our exclusive interview with Michigan head coach Sherro...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 397
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show)... Nico Iamaleava is officially entering the transfer portal — so what’s next for the former 5-star QB, and where does Tennessee go from here? J.D. breaks down what the Vols' future could look like heading into 2025. Plus, with the spring transfer portal wide open, we dive into the biggest names and potential game-changing moves across the country. QB battles are heating up at Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, and Notre D...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 396
Today on The Hard Count (the people's college football show)... Spring games are heating up across the country and J.D. shares his predictions for Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, and Notre Dame. Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel joins the show to talk Nico Iamaleava, QB development, and the Vols’ momentum heading into 2025. We’ve also got spring practice buzz out of Eugene as 5-star WR Dakorien Moore flashes big-time playmaking ability. Plus, what makes Texas GM Brandon Harris such a recruiting dif...
Apr 10, 2025•59 min•Ep. 395
Today on The Hard Count (the people's college football show...) J.D. breaks down the latest spring practice intel from Oklahoma, Alabama, and Clemson, highlighting key position battles, standout performers, and how each team is gearing up for a championship run. He also dives into the Ohio State quarterback battle, one of the most high-profile competitions in college football right now. Plus, spring propaganda updates from Miami, USC, and South Carolina are turning heads and so is the recent pra...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 394
Connor Stalions was the biggest story in college football in 2023 when the Michigan Wolverines won the national championship. Now, the man behind the Michigan Manifesto sits down with J.D. PicKell to talk about life since the Netflix documentary, the art of sign deciphering, and his relationship with 5-Star freshman Michigan QB Bryce Underwood.
Apr 06, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 393
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show)... We’ve got insider intel from USC, Tennessee, Florida, and Florida State as spring practice heats up. J.D. breaks down the most exciting spring footage from Florida, Colorado, Michigan, and South Carolina, plus does Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame deserve more respect in the national conversation? And looking ahead, Texas vs. Oklahoma in 2025 is shaping up to be must-watch—can John Mateer spark the Sooners, or will Ar...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 392
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show)... J.D. PicKell dives into the latest spring practice intel from Georgia, Ohio State, and Tennessee—who’s standing out and what to watch for. Then he breaks down more spring propaganda, looking at highlights from Auburn, USC, and Penn State that have sparked excitement for their fanbases. Then to close out the show we answer your voicemails about the Miami Hurricanes and Ohio State QB Julian Sayin before reacting to r...
Apr 01, 2025•57 min•Ep. 391
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week J.D. breaks down the latest in Notre Dame’s quarterback battle and what it means for the Irish moving forward. After analyzing recent spring practice footage, he dives into what Bryce Underwood’s and Kaidon Salter’s performances reveal about Michigan and Colorado. J.D. als...
Mar 30, 2025•49 min•Ep. 390
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... J.D. PicKell breaks down the latest spring practice intel from Texas, Auburn, Oregon, and Nebraska. Plus, we dive into the best spring "propaganda" coming out of Georgia and Tennessee’s social media. You called, and we answered—reacting to your voicemails on Oklahoma and USC! And don’t miss the deep dive into Michigan’s secret recruiting weapon that could change the game for the Wolverines. Take the guesswork out ...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 389
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... We deliver spring practice updates from Michigan, Notre Dame, and South Carolina, plus a deep dive into Alabama’s latest social media highlights from their practices in Tuscaloosa. J.D. also answers your voicemail questions. Can Ohio State repeat as champs in 2025? Who faces more pressure at Tennessee—Nico Iamaleava or Josh Heupel? And is Oregon’s new recruiting format a game-changer? Get Huel today with this excl...
Mar 25, 2025•50 min•Ep. 388
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week J.D. dives into the latest buzz around college football, including the potential for a Colorado vs. Syracuse spring game as Deion Sanders and Fran Brown stir up excitement. He also breaks down how Georgia’s offense will look different in 2025, why Notre Dame’s firepower co...
Mar 23, 2025•44 min•Ep. 386
Welcome to The Hard Count Huddle, a conversation show about all things college football and beyond with the host of The Hard Count J.D. PicKell and producer Kaiden "Kato" Smith. Today in the huddle, J.D. and Kaiden talk a little March Madness and how it compares to the current and evolving college football postseason and landscape. The two also spend way too long debating about how much Florida fans should be concerned about recent news surrounding QB DJ Lagway's potential injury. They also disc...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 387
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... J.D. PicKell is breaking down the biggest QB battles and storylines across the country! Get the latest intel on quarterback competitions at Oklahoma, Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State. Plus, what’s happening under center at Michigan—will Bryce Underwood take over? Auburn’s Jackson Arnold is stepping into the spotlight, but can he get it done? We also dive into the best spring practice highlights and wrap it up with...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 385
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell (the people's college football show) ... We’re breaking down the latest spring intel from Georgia, Ohio State, and Clemson as they gear up for the 2025 season. Plus, J.D. dives into why this could be the year for Texas, Penn State, LSU, and Clemson to make a championship run. We’re also ranking the Top 10 QBs in the Big 12 for 2025 and getting a 'Pulse of the Progrum' on Texas A&M heading into their second season under Mike Elko. Take the guesswork o...
Mar 18, 2025•56 min•Ep. 384
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week we start with a reaction to the leaked College Football 26 deluxe edition cover—what it reveals and what it means for the game. Then, we overreact (in the best way) to Oklahoma QB John Mateer’s viral spring practice touchdown. Also is Bryce Underwood destined to be Michiga...
Mar 17, 2025•53 min•Ep. 383
Welcome to the second episode of The Hard Count Huddle, a conversation show about all things college football and beyond with the host of The Hard Count J.D. PicKell and producer Kaiden "Kato" Smith. Today in the huddle, J.D. and Kaiden talk about the wonderful reality that is Spring Propaganda in CFB and which storylines have their attention including Auburn Tigers football, LSU Tigers football, and Penn State Nittany Lions football. The Huddle also unpacks the greatest unknowns ahead of the 20...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 382
Today on The Hard Count ... Spring intel, pivotal matchups, and brutal schedules—J.D. PicKell breaks down everything you need to know for the 2025 college football season! Get the latest updates on Florida, Miami, and LSU spring practice as they gear up for a big year, plus a look at the most season-defining matchups across college football for 2025. Also, could Oklahoma and Florida’s tough schedules actually be an advantage and USC with dominating on the recruiting trail—what does their future ...
Mar 13, 2025•51 min•Ep. 381
On today's episode of The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... J.D. breaks down the latest spring practice intel from Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Alabama, discussing key takeaways and what to expect in the upcoming season. He also ranks the top 10 quarterbacks in the ACC, predicts the most impactful spring practice news, and discusses how QBs like freshman Bryce Underwood and Arch Manning could change the game for Michigan and Texas. Plus, a look at how Ohio State and Oregon's QB battles could shape th...
Mar 11, 2025•57 min•Ep. 380
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week, we’re breaking down the recent news surrounding Clemson and Florida State's potential eventual departure from the ACC, the expectations and high stakes of Alabama's QB battle, and if this year could be a breakout season for USC signal caller Jayden Maiava under Lincoln Ri...
Mar 09, 2025•48 min•Ep. 379
Welcome to the second episode of The Hard Count Huddle, a conversation show about all things college football and beyond with the host of The Hard Count J.D. PicKell and producer Kaiden Smith. Today in the huddle, J.D. and Kaiden talk about Hard Knocks being given and taken away from North Carolina and Bill Belichick and answer your questions! Which includes a conversation about Miami's College Football Playoff changes, March Madness, if Ohio State can finally defeat Michigan this season, and mo...
Mar 07, 2025•57 min•Ep. 378
On today's episode of The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, we dive into the biggest storylines shaping college football. Which head coach is on the verge of winning their first national championship in 2025? Is Georgia vs. Texas set to become the SEC’s next great rivalry? We also break down key spring transfer portal needs for top programs like Michigan, Miami, LSU, and others along with what intel we’re watching out for at Auburn’s spring practices. Ending the show with what an ACC-to-Big Ten/SEC ...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 377
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... J.D.ranks how he thinks the the top quarterbacks in the Big Ten will project in 2025, breaks the returning production for Clemson, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Ohio State, unpacks the proposal of some new rules potentially on the horizon for college football, and reveals what he wants to hear from Nebraska Cornhuskers spring practice. Follow J.D. PicKell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdpickell Follow J.D. PicKell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j...
Mar 04, 2025•44 min•Ep. 376
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week, we’re breaking down Jim Nagy taking over as Oklahoma’s General Manager, what J.D. wants to hear out of Ohio State and Texas A&M this offseason during spring practice, how Gus Malzahn and Thomas Castellanos could reshape the Florida State offense in 2025, why this upco...
Mar 02, 2025•47 min•Ep. 375
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, the people's college football show gets into... 🧃 How to Save Spring Games: The spring game is a critical part of the college football calendar, but many teams aren't using it to its full potential. J.D. gives you expert advice on how coaches and programs can make the most out of spring games to maximize player development and fan engagement! 🧃 Early Enrollee Intel: Who are the early enrollees making waves in college football? J.D. takes a close look ...
Feb 27, 2025•53 min•Ep. 374
Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, the people's college football show gets into... 🧃 How to Fix the College Football Playoff Format The current college football playoff system broken. J.D. PicKell breaks down the major flaws and offers his solutions to make the playoff better for fans, teams, and college football as a whole. Lock in! 🧃 Top 10 QBs in the SEC: Projections for 2025 The SEC is known for its elite quarterbacks. J.D. ranks and projects the top 10 QBs in the SEC for 2025. Who...
Feb 25, 2025•56 min•Ep. 373
The Sunday Sprint is back! J.D. PicKell is bringing you the best of the best from The Hard Count this week! We’ve packed all of J.D.’s top takes and sound bites into one must-listen episode for college football fans. This week, we’re breaking down ... 🧃 The SEC & Big Ten’s push to expand the College Football Playoff – What does it mean for the entire sport? 🧃 Kalen DeBoer’s first season at Alabama – An honest assessment of Year 1 in Tuscaloosa. 🧃 Florida’s 2025 outlook – Why the Gators co...
Feb 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 372
Welcome to the first episode of The Hard Count Huddle, a conversation show about all things college football and beyond with the host of The Hard Count J.D. PicKell and producer Kaiden Smith. Today in the huddle, J.D. and Kaiden talk about the overall state of college football amid the NIL and transfer portal with more College Football Playoff and conference changes likely on the horizon. Also opening up about if college football conferences should stick to not having divisions and why the boys ...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 371
🚀 Welcome back to The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, The People's College Football Show! In today's episode, we dive into the most pressing topics in the sport. From exclusive insights to expert predictions, J.D. has you covered! 🧃 USC Head Coach Lincoln Riley Joins The Show USC Head Coach Lincoln Riley sits down with J.D. to talk about the Trojans' future, the state of the Progrum, and what’s next for one of college football’s most visible brands. 🧃 How to Salvage College Football: The Future...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 370
Welcome to The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, The People's College Football Show! In today's episode, we dive deep into the latest buzz surrounding the college football world. From potential changes to the College Football Playoff and the end of the ACC, to a comprehensive analysis of the top 10 teams set up for success the next 3 years, we've got all the insights you need to stay DIALED. 🧃 CHANGES To College Football Playoff & The End of the ACC?: Will the college football playoff landscape...
Feb 18, 2025•53 min•Ep. 369
Welcome to The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell, your ultimate source for the latest college football news, rumors, and predictions! In today's episode, we're breaking down the hottest topics in the world of college football: 🧃 Ohio State Hires Matt Patricia as DC: What does this mean for the Buckeyes' defense? Can Matt Patricia bring his NFL experience to college football and elevate Ohio State's defense to championship levels? We dive deep into the impact of this big move. 🧃 DeMarco Murray STAYS...
Feb 13, 2025•48 min•Ep. 368
