Campus Rush with Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell

Mascots: Under The Giant Head Mar 23, 2017

Jerome (pronounced like “Jeremy”) Bartlett is a San Antonio-based mascot and mascot trainer. His mascot career began at New Braunfels (Texas) High, where he played Eugene the Unicorn. At Texas State, he won a mascot national title as Boko the Bobcat. Now, he works for various pro teams and teaches aspiring mascots as the owner of Higher Impact Entertainment (http://www.higherimpactent.com). Bartlett explains what dances mascots MUST know, the gruesome injuries mascots can sustain and the fact that women occasionally have stuffed their phone numbers into Bartlett’s giant taco costume.

Tourney Talk: Happy Selection Sunday! Mar 13, 2017

Andy and Lindsay are talking brackets, baby. Which No. 1 seed has the easiest path? Which one has the toughest? Andy also tries to do the impossible and make you feel sorry for Duke. Plus, Lindsay's interview from earlier this season with Gonzaga big man Przemek Karnowski.

Brenda Tracy Mar 10, 2017

Sexual assault survivor and activist Brenda Tracy joins Lindsay and Andy to discuss her new campaign, "Set the Expectation," a pledge she's asking coaches and players to sign where they agree that playing sports is a privilege, not a right, and understand that not only is physical violence and sexual violence never OK, but that as public figures they are held to a higher standard. "Sexual assault does not discriminate," Tracy says. "This is a human issue."

Mental coach Trevor Moawad Mar 02, 2017

Andy interviews Trevor Moawad, a mental coach who has worked with various college football programs (including Alabama and Florida State) and pro athletes (including Russell Wilson). Moawad explains the difference between positive thinking and non-negative thinking and why some of the smallest things matter for some of the best college football programs.

Like Ole Miss, We Lawyer Up Feb 23, 2017

Recovering lawyer and current SB Nation wonk Ryan Nanni joins Lindsay and Andy to discuss the NCAA’s latest allegations against Ole Miss. What more might the Committee on Infractions do? What happens to Hugh Freeze? Wasn’t it all worth it just for Katy Perry and the corn dog?

Necessary Roughness!!! Feb 16, 2017

Andy, Lindsay and SBNation’s Dan Rubenstein deliver an homage to the excellent How Did This Get Made podcast with a full show discussing the greatest (Editor’s Note: This is highly debatable) college football movie ever made. So take a trip back in time to an age when Scott Bakula and Sinbad could lead a ragtag band of walk-ons to gridiron glory. A tie against Kansas constitutes gridiron glory, right?

Kobe Buffalomeat's name is cooler than yours Feb 02, 2017

Andy chats with Kobe Buffalomeat, the Illinois State signee who became a national sensation on National Signing Day.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart and National Signing Day rewind Feb 02, 2017

Georgia coach Kirby Smart joins to talk about the Bulldogs’ highly ranked recruiting class. Also, Andy and Lindsay discuss the pitfalls of being a recruit who starts National Signing Day in jail.

Clemson Linebacker Ben Boulware Jan 24, 2017

Former Clemson LB Ben Boulware discusses the pre-draft process, the placement of his national championship tattoo and the one endorsement deal he dreams of snagging.

What's strength training culture like in college football? Jan 19, 2017

In the wake of the scandal at Oregon in which multiple players were hospitalized after an off-season workout, former Oklahoma offensive lineman Ty Darlington joins hosts Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell to give a player's perspective on strength training.

2016 comes to a close, plus Willie Taggart Jan 12, 2017

Andy & Lindsay recap a crazy CFP championship game, chat briefly about the coaching carousel that's still turning & Lindsay talks with with Willie Taggart about his newest rebuilding project.

Cole Cubelic Joins Andy and Lindsay Jan 05, 2017

Cole Cubelic of ESPN and the SEC Network join Andy and Lindsay to talk about offensive line play in the National Championship Game, defensive line play in the National Championship Game, and on field hijinks.

Anointing Alabama Too Soon? Dec 29, 2016

Adam Jude of The Seattle Times joins Lindsay and Andy to talk about the underdog Huskies, and how all this dynasty talk about Alabama might just be playing into Washington's hands. Plus, the other times the unbeatable college football team got beat, and semifinal predictions.

Campus Rush Special Edition: Boise State-Oklahoma Relived Dec 22, 2016

Ten years ago, the Broncos of Boise State shocked the college football world when they upset Oklahoma in the Fiesta Bowl using three trick plays at the end of regulation and overtime to slay Goliath. A decade later, their victory still resonates.

Lindsay and Andy with Clemson's Ben Boulware Dec 22, 2016

Lindsay and Andy talk college football and interview Clemson linebacker Ben Boulware.

Martin Rickman and Lane Kiffin Dec 15, 2016

Martin Rickman of UPROXX Sports joins Lindsay and Andy to give insight into the Wake Forest scandal, and FAU coach Lane Kiffin talks with Andy.

Bruce Feldman Joins Andy and Lindsay Dec 08, 2016

Bruce Feldman of Fox Sports joins Andy and Lindsay to talk about the recent hires of Willie Taggart at Oregon and Matt Rhule at Baylor. The gang also discusses the most down-to-earth coaches in college football and somehow manages to let the conversation veer into an economic discussion of site selection for prostitutes.

The Playoff Postseason is here! Well, almost. Dec 05, 2016

Edward Aschoff of ESPN.com joins Andy and Lindsay to talk about the Alabama-Washington Peach Bowl Semi and how anyone, and IF anyone, can beat the mighty Crimson Tide. Plus, Aschoff gives his best restaurant and sight-seeing tips to ATL tourists. Lindsay and Andy also discuss if the playoff committee got it right, and look ahead to the Ohio State-Clemson match up in the Fiesta Bowl.

Joel Klatt for College Football Commissioner Dec 01, 2016

Joel Klatt of Fox Sports joins the show to discuss the latest CFP rankings and headaches, plus potential chaos after championship weekend. Then Lindsay and Andy debate Oregon's firing of Mark Helfrich and discuss the coaching carousel and their favorite conspiracy theories.

Shelley Meyer Joins Lindsay and Andy Nov 23, 2016

The First Lady of Ohio State Football: Shelley Meyer, the wife of Ohio State coach Urban Meyer, joins Lindsay and Andy to discuss Thanksgiving, the game against the school the Buckeyes aren't allowed to name and how Urban showed off his shaved ankles the first time they met.

Post-Chaos Playoff Picture Nov 17, 2016

SI's Brian Hamilton joins Andy and Lindsay to talk about the aftermath of a wild weekend. Can the Big Ten get two teams in the playoff? What is Louisville's path? Also, Brian and Andy drive Lindsay crazy with their children's television conspiracy theories.

Football and Food Nov 10, 2016

Dan Rubenstein from The Solid Verbal joins Lindsay and Andy to talk food and football, and the Underrated Game of the Week.

First Playoff Rankings Nov 03, 2016

Andy and Lindsay discuss the first playoff rankings, and Lindsay interviews Budda Baker.

A Big 12 team that plays defense? Oct 27, 2016

A Big 12 team that plays defense? Allan Taylor of West Virginia MetroNews joins the podcast to discuss West Virginia's success. Also, Andy and Lindsay wonder why coaches don't get a little more time to build their programs.

Predicting the Playoff Oct 20, 2016

Coaches don't like to deal with hypotheticals, but Lindsay and Andy do. We're talking potential playoff matchups and problems, and taking your mailbag questions.

Week 7: Mega Mailbag! Oct 13, 2016

Andy & Lindsay break down last week's games (Houston, we have a problem. Boise, you have an opportunity) and answer your questions. Who besides Tom Herman will be in demand? What's wrong at Michigan State? And is Austin really a cesspool?

Week 6: He’s baaaaack! Stewart Mandel joins the Campus Rush podcast Oct 06, 2016

We're getting the band back together as former SI writer Stewart Mandel joins Andy and Lindsay to talk about the Red River Rivalry, deep fried goodness and the coaching situations at Texas and Oregon. Plus, Lindsay and Andy discuss just how excited Washington fans should be.

Week 5 Preview: Texas Tech coach Kliff Kingsbury Sep 29, 2016

Lindsay and Andy discuss the aftermath of the Les Miles firing at LSU and guess at how the coaching carousel might turn now. Also, Texas Tech coach Kliff Kingsbury chats about his cable and Netflix picks and decides whether his director of operations is more of a Gary from Veep or a Ray Donovan.

Week 4: Under Pressure Sep 22, 2016

Lindsay and Andy talk about the pressure on Tennessee (facing Florida) and USC (facing Utah). Plus, Andy sits down with Louisville QB Lamar Jackson, and we discuss a potentially grotesque food innovation.

Week 3 Preview: Joe Tessitore offers his theory behind the "Tess Effect" Sep 15, 2016

USC and Stanford, consider yourselves warned. With four overtimes in just two weeks of games, the Tess Effect—the penchant for games broadcast by ESPN play-by-play announcer Joe Tessitore to feature crazy comebacks, wild endings and other can't-miss drama—has hit new heights in 2016. And Tessitore, analyst Todd Blackledge and on-field reporter Holly Rowe are headed to Palo Alto for Week 3's primetime Pac-12 showdown between Stanford and USC, so expect plenty of chaos between the Cardinal and the Trojans. Tessitore joins the Campus Rush Podcast to discuss what's really behind this trend of him calling off-the-rails games that has become too frequent to be mere coincidence. Is it him, something he eats or the simple magic of millions of fans wishing in unison on Twitter using the hashtag #tesseffect? Stanford's matchup with USC is one of several marquee games in Week 3, including Alabama-Ole Miss, Louisville-Florida State and Michigan State-Notre Dame. It's a plethora of high-stake pigskin, and hosts Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell break it all down. Plus, stay until the end as Andy and Lindsay confront the most difficult question they've ever faced from their mailbag.

Week 2 Preview: What's next for LSU, Houston, BYU? Sep 08, 2016

One week can quickly shift the narrative for teams, several of which face vastly different expectations than they entered the 2016 college football season with. For LSU, the hot seat underneath Les Miles is now scorching after a season-opening loss to Wisconsin. Is there anything Miles can do to save his job and the Tigers' season? And few teams are riding higher than Houston after the Cougars stunned Oklahoma in Week 1. SI's Pete Thamel spent last week embedded with the Houston program and joins the Campus Rush Podcast to reveal what he learned about the Cougars and the secret to their success as well as whether a Big 12 invitation could be in their future. One of the biggest games of Week 2 is the intra-state rivalry match between BYU and Utah, who will meet in the regular season for the first time since 2012. Host Lindsay Schnell sat down with legendary former BYU coach LaVell Edwards to discuss what makes the rivalry between the Cougars and the Utes unique. And Lindsay and co-host Andy Staples wrap up the show with their picks for the can't-miss under-the-radar games of Week 2.

Week 1 Preview: Houston's Tom Herman talks Oklahoma, Big 12 expansion Sep 01, 2016

The slough of the off-season is finally over, and we have actual games to talk about. Hosts Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell discuss which below-the-radar games could be among the most compelling in Week 1. Houston coach Tom Herman also talks with Andy about preparing to face defending Big 12 champion Oklahoma, getting ready for a season amid Big 12 expansion talk and his career that could have been in broadcasting. Lindsay sits down with Washington State coach Mike Leach to discuss Leach's latest passion project—learning Spanish—and the Cougars' dark-horse Heisman candidate, quarterback Luke Falk.

Get to know Last Chance U's Brittany Wagner Aug 25, 2016

The breakout star of Netflix's "Last Chance U," academic advisor Brittany Wagner joins the Campus Rush Podcast to discuss her unexpected rise to fame, how she earns the trust of the players and what the series reveals about the education system in the United States. Hosts Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell also discuss their takeaways from the series as well as why Texas A&M could be a sleeper in the SEC this season—as long as one player is up to the task.

Build your own superconference! Aug 18, 2016

If you were starting a conference from scratch and could pick any teams you wanted, which schools would you choose? That's the question hosts Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell debate on the Campus Rush Podcast. Do they opt for the best games, the most money or an even geographical distribution? Andy also sits down with the "Money Down" Guys from Florida to discuss how they got their unique job in the Gators football program. And he and Lindsay answer some more reader questions, including who will coach Texas in 2017?

Why does Michigan deserve a top four spot in preseason Top 25? Aug 11, 2016

The SI College Football Podcast has been reborn as the Campus Rush Podcast, including new co-host Andy Staples alongside Lindsay Schnell. In this week's episode, Andy and Lindsay discuss some listener questions on SI's preseason Top 25 rankings, including how often are we actually right and why does Michigan deserve a spot in our projected College Football Playoff Field. They also sit down with Olympian/Oregon wide receiver Devon Allen to discuss his path to the Rio Olympics, balancing track and field with football and his recovery from knee surgery. Rod Bramblett, the radio voice of Auburn football, also stops by the podcast to talk about what it was like to call the Kick-Six and the passion of SEC fans.

ACC storylines: Clemson or FSU? Can Richt revive Miami? Aug 03, 2016

In the final show for host Zac Ellis, he and co-host Lindsay Schnell bring UPROXX Sports deputy editor and former SI college football writer Martin Rickman on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the ACC. They discuss whether Clemson or Florida State should be considered the favorites in the conference and whether Mark Richt is the right man to restore Miami to its former glory. They also look at some of their top reasons to be excited for the 2016 season.

Who should the Big 12 add in expansion? Jul 27, 2016

Fire up the rumor mill: The Big 12 is looking to expand. The conference's announcement of its intentions to explore adding teams immediately set off a wave of speculation on who might be the best fit to join the Big 12. There is no shortage of options, so SI's Andy Staples joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to break down which potential candidates make the most sense. They also discuss how Big 12 expansion could impact this season's coaching carousel, what to make of Jim Harbaugh's appearance at Big Ten media days and more.

Big Ten storylines: Who's in best shape: Michigan, Ohio State or Michigan State? Jul 20, 2016

Michigan, Ohio State and Michigan State appear to have the best shots to make the College Football Playoff among Big Ten teams. But which one has the inside track? Michigan must find a new QB but brings in elite defensive coordinator Don Brown. Ohio State loses a myriad of star players but returns quarterback J.T. Barrett. Michigan State has its own QB battle to settle, but a veteran secondary should make the Spartans tough to throw on. SI.com's Brian Hamilton joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to break down what should be a thrilling race in the Big Ten East. They also discuss what appears to be a wide-open Big Ten West, including whether Iowa can defend its division title or if the Hawkeyes' 2015 run was a one-hit wonder. Get caught up on everything you need to know ahead of next week's Big Ten media days.

Pac-12 Storylines: Who are favorites in wide-open conference? Jul 13, 2016

No conference may be tougher to predict this season than the Pac-12, where both divisions look set to feature wide-open races. In the Pac-12 North, Stanford aims to hold off Oregon, Washington and Washington State. In the South, UCLA, USC and Utah appear poised to battle for supremacy. Mike Yam of the Pac-12 Networks joins host Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast ahead of Pac-12 media days. They reveal their picks to win each division, break down all 12 teams and discuss whether the conference can send a team to the College Football Playoff this season.

SEC storylines: Favorites? Hot seats? More to watch at SEC Media Days Jul 06, 2016

With SEC Media Days kicking off on Monday, the preseason is officially here. And as SEC coaches, players and media members descend on Hoover, Ala., there are plenty of storylines around the conference. Bleacher Report's lead SEC writer Barrett Sallee joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the state of the SEC heading into the 2016 season. Is there any reason to doubt Alabama in the SEC West? How solid of a favorite is Tennessee in the SEC East? And which coach is on the hottest season? Zac and Barrett discuss these topics and more, including why 2016 could be the Year of the Commodore both on the field and on ABC's "The Bachelorette."

Rediscovering the mountaintop: How Elite 11 helped Trent Dilfer find purpose after losing his son Jul 01, 2016

How do you move on from tragedy? How do you put something back together after it breaks? Trent Dilfer and his family have spent the last 13 years struggling with, and ultimately finding answers to, those questions. From the outside, it looks like Dilfer has the perfect life: a Super Bowl ring, a plush job as an NFL analyst for ESPN, an awesome family. All those things are great, but there’s one missing piece—Trevin, the Dilfers’ second child, their only son, who died 13 years ago of heart disease. This loss impacted every part of Trent Dilfer’s life—especially his work with Elite 11, the premier quarterback training camp and showcase event in the country. In some ways, Trent says, Elite 11 fills a void.

5 stars, 2 transfers: QB Jake Heaps discusses his multi-stop journey through college football Jun 30, 2016

Jake Heaps was a can't miss prospect coming out of high school when the five-star recruit signed with BYU. But after losing a battle for the starting job, Heaps transferred from the Cougars to Kansas. When Heaps struggled to find more playing time with the Jayhawks, he transferred again to Miami. Heaps sat down with host Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to discuss his trek through college football as well as the pressure young quarterbacks face when being recruited and trying to find the right fit.

What's Notre Dame's identity in 2016? Jun 22, 2016

With just 10 starters returning from last year's 10–3 squad, Notre Dame faces a massive overhaul heading into the 2016 season. Offensive standouts like C.J. Prosise, Will Fuller and Ronnie Stanley are gone, as are defensive stars Jaylon Smith, Sheldon Day and KeiVarae Russell. Still expectations remain high for the Fighting Irish as coach Brian Kelly prepares for his seventh season in South Bend. Perhaps at the forefront of Kelly's mind is the critical decision he must make at quarterback between Malik Zaire, who began last season as the starter, and DeShone Kizer, who shined for much of the season after Zaire got hurt. Pete Sampson of Irish Illustrated joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the QB battle and more. They also discuss whether the defense can reload after its significant departures, how the schedule lays out for the Irish and whether the College Football Playoff could impact Notre Dame's independence down the line.

@FauxPelini talks state of Nebraska, Cornhuskers fan base Jun 15, 2016

It's the middle of the off-season, so it's time to have some fun. Fake Bo Pelini, the man behind the hilarious Twitter account @FauxPelini, joins the SI College Football Podcast to discuss his latest social media exploits and the state of Nebraska football heading into the 2016 season. Faux Bo talks with host Lindsay Schnell about the Twitter account's origins, picks his favorite moments and reveals which college football personalities have blocked him. He also discusses how much patience the Nebraska fan base will have for Mike Riley and whether quarterback Tommy Armstrong can get the Cornhuskers back on track after a 6–7 campaign in 2015. The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by Ritani. Looking for an engagement ring? Check out Ritani. Shop online, and your ring is made in New York and sent to you or a local jeweler. It’s that easy. Go to Ritani.com/sports today for their free diamond giveaway.

Bleacher Report's Michael Felder discusses Elite 11 quarterback competition Jun 08, 2016

A dozen of the nation's best quarterbacks will gather in Beaverton, Oregon next month for the Elite 11 Opening Finals. Michael Felder of Bleacher Report joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to discuss the competition and the quarterbacks who will soon make an impact at the country's best college football programs. Felder, a former defensive back, also discusses why quarterbacks have been flipping commitments in the recruiting cycle lately, how this class stacks up against previous years and life on the road as a scout. He also discusses where the two uncommitted quarterbacks in the group could possibly commit.

Baylor, Michigan, SEC and The Bachelorette Jun 01, 2016

It's been a long week at Baylor with the dismissal of head football coach Art Briles and President Ken Starr amid the Bears' rape scandal. While Baylor's No. 1 priority is now dealing with the situation off the field, how will this scandal impact the Bears on the field? SI's Lindsay Schnell joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to answer mailbag questions about the Baylor scandal and how it will impact the Bears in both the short and long runs. Does the Briles firing increase the heat on Tennessee to dispose of Butch Jones? Ellis and Schnell also discuss the scandal at Ole Miss, who should be Michigan's Week 1 starting quarterback and who the favorites are in the SEC. And, is Chad the only one who actually makes any sense on The Bachelorette?

Rick Neuheisel talks Baylor scandal, more May 25, 2016

The scandal at Baylor took another turn with the reported firing of president Ken Starr on Tuesday. Rick Neuheisel of CBS and SiriusXM College Sports Nation joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to discuss what Baylor needs to do to correct its image and what responsibilities head coaches have to oversee off-field issues at their programs. The former head coach of UCLA, Washington and Colorado also discusses the state of the Pac-12, including whether Washington can live up to its preseason hype and if any Pac-12 South team can emerge to challenge for a conference title and a College Football Playoff berth. Neuheisel also talks about whether he'd like to return to coaching someday.

Where do Tunsil allegations leave Ole Miss? May 18, 2016

It's been an eventful off-season for Ole Miss. From a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA to Laremy Tunsil's draft night revelations, the Rebels have been in the spotlight, often for the wrong reasons. In the meantime, Hugh Freeze's squad is prepping for a season with plenty of expectations. The defending Sugar Bowl champs hope to be in the mix in the SEC West but must overcome the loss of some key playmakers, including Tunsil, Laquon Treadwell and Robert Nkemdiche. Daniel Paulling, the Ole Miss beat writer for the Jackson Clarion-Ledger, joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast. They discuss the latest on the accusations regarding Tunsil, which players could step into key roles this fall and more.

What are the Big 12's best options for expansion? May 11, 2016

It's the storyline that won't seem to go away. Will the Big 12 opt to expand? Does expansion make sense? And if so, which schools are the conference's best options? There are plenty of unanswered questions regarding the Big 12's possible expansion plans. Andy Staples offers up what he's hearing. Andy joins host Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to break down some candidates for Big 12 expansion, whether the conference is doomed to break up in the next round of conference realignment and more.

Will top QB recruits stick to their commitments? May 04, 2016

Top-five quarterback recruit Tua Tagovailoa committed to Alabama on Monday night, giving a huge boost to the Crimson Tide's 2017 recruiting class. But with nine months until National Signing Day, what are the odds Alabama can hang on to the four-star prospect from Hawaii? And which other elite QB prospects look like they might flip on their early commitments? Brian Dohn of Scout.com and Chris Johnson of SI.com join host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the biggest topics in recruiting. They analyze the impact of five-star Demetris Robertson's pledge to Cal, whether Maryland could be set for a program-changing class, where top-ranked QB Tate Martell will ultimately end up and more.

Who'll win QB battles at Texas, Notre Dame, more? Apr 27, 2016

You asked, we answered. And based on your questions, what you really want to know is, who's going to be the starting quarterbacks at some of the biggest programs in the country? Hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell do an all-mailbag episode of the SI College Football Podcast, answering questions on the quarterback situations at Florida, Texas, Notre Dame and LSU. They also give their picks for which teams improved their College Football Playoff chances the most during the spring. And of course, the big questions: Is nacho cheese really cheese and is a hot dog a sandwich?

Are expectations too high for Oklahoma? Apr 20, 2016

Despite a disappointing end to the 2015 season, Oklahoma enters preparations for its 2016 campaign riding high off of last year's run to a Big 12 championship and a berth in the College Football Playoff. With elite quarterback Baker Mayfield back, the Sooners are a popular pick to defend their conference title and return to the playoff this fall. But high expectations haven't always coincided with big seasons in Norman, and Bob Stoops's squad has some big holes to fill, particularly on defense and at wide receiver. Who are the names that will be expected to step up? And can they be trusted to keep Oklahoma at the top of the Big 12? Jason Kersey of The Oklahoman joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the Sooners after their spring practices. They also discuss which schools are the Big 12's best options if the conference chooses to expand, how former Sooners QB Trevor Knight might fare at Texas A&M and more.

Washington ready to contend for Pac-12 title? Apr 13, 2016

Entering its third year under head coach Chris Petersen, Washington is a popular pick to rise to the top tier of the Pac-12. Do the Huskies really have the pieces to contend in the Pac-12 North? Washington beat writer Adam Jude of The Seattle Times joins the SI College Football Podcast to break down the Huskies' 2016 prospects. Jude and hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell size up Jake Browning and the rest of the Huskies and look at how they compare to Stanford, Oregon and Washington State. The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by Harry's Razors. Get $5 off your first order with the code COLLEGE at Harrys.com. We're also brought to you by FanDuel. Try the fun and competition of daily fantasy sports risk-free for up to $10 by going to FanDuel.com and entering the code COLLEGE.

Can Florida State reclaim ACC from Clemson? Apr 06, 2016

After three straight ACC titles, Florida State surrendered the conference back to Clemson in 2015 as the Tigers made a run to the College Football Playoff. But with most of their talent returning, including Heisman candidate Dalvin Cook, the Seminoles look poised to fight to regain conference supremacy this fall. Does Florida State have the pieces to surpass Clemson? Bud Elliott, publisher of TomahawkNation.com and SBNation's national recruiting director, joins host Zac Ellis to break down the Seminoles' 2016 prospects. He and Zac also discuss Clemson's rebuild on defense, Louisville's attempts to finally break through to the top of the ACC, whether Mark Richt can return Miami to national relevancy and more. The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by T-Mobile. This baseball season, T-Mobile customers can get a free season-long subscription to MLB.TV Premium. We're also brought to you by Harry's Razors. Get $5 off your first order with the code COLLEGE at Harrys.com. And we're brought to you by FanDuel. Try the fun and competition of daily fantasy sports risk-free for up to $10 by going to FanDuel.com and entering the code COLLEGE.

Sizing up Jim Harbaugh's effect on Michigan, the Big Ten Mar 30, 2016

The Harbaugh Effect. It's not hard to see the impact Jim Harbaugh has made at Michigan, transforming the Wolverines both on and off the field and reshaping their place within the Big Ten. One year into his tenure, Harbaugh shows no signs of quieting the noise he's making in Ann Arbor, and Michigan appears on the cusp of a potentially huge season this fall. SI senior writer Michael Rosenberg knows how Harbaugh operates better than just about anyone else. He joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to discuss the Michigan coach, his recent Twitter spat with Ohio State AD Gene Smith and how the Wolverines stack up with rivals Ohio State and Michigan State entering 2016. Are Michigan's Big Ten title and College Football Playoff berth dreams realistic?

Is Kirby Smart making Georgia cutthroat winners? Mar 23, 2016

Georgia has been in the news frequently this off-season since hiring Kirby Smart away from Alabama. The former Crimson Tide defensive coordinator helped the Bulldogs hang on to a solid class on National Signing Day but has recently attracted headlines for controversial changes to the Bulldogs' transfer policy from the Mark Richt era. Is Smart being too cutthroat or is that what Georgia needs to get back on top of the SEC? Bulldogs beat writer Seth Emerson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to discuss the changes Smart has brought to the program. He also breaks down who will win Georgia's quarterback race, Nick Chubb's health and whether the Bulldogs should be expected to win the SEC East this fall.

Bret Bielema: Can Arkansas revamp to contend in SEC West? Mar 16, 2016

Arkansas head coach Bret Bielema joins the SI College Football Podcast ahead of the start of the Razorbacks' spring practices. With only five starters back on offense and big holes to fill at quarterback and running back, Bielema discusses who he's hoping will step up this year. He also explains how he really feels about Jim Harbaugh and Michigan's spring practice trip to Florida and what his first app download was last week.

Spring Practice Preview: What's Alabama's offense going to look like? Mar 09, 2016

Andy Staples joins the SI College Football Podcast to help break down the biggest storylines heading into spring practices. Who will be the new faces of Alabama's offense? How will Ohio State reload after its massive losses? Who's poised to contend in the ACC? Andy and hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell go conference-by-conference through the Power 5 to look at what's at stake for the biggest teams in the country.

What do CFB fans misunderstand about NFL draft? Mar 02, 2016

Why do NFL scouts' evaluations of draft prospects differ so much from college football fans' perspectives? SI NFL writer and draft guru Chris Burke joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to explain some of the factors that influence draft analysis and cause it to differ from rankings based purely on college performance. After Burke, stick around to hear from former Arkansas offensive lineman Sebastian Tretola and former Oregon quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. as they discuss their college careers and preparation for April's draft. The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by FreshBooks. For freelancers and small business owners, Freshbooks takes the pain out of accounting. Have a question about the service? A real-live human will answer every call in about three rings. Get your 30-day free trial by going to FreshBooks.com/college and entering COLLEGE in the "How you heard about us" section.

What's alleged against Tennessee? Exploring legal case, Vols' 2016 season Feb 24, 2016

It's been a busy off-season at Tennessee for all of the wrong reasons as the school faces a federal lawsuit over its handling of sexual assault cases, including several involving Volunteers athletes. The lawsuit also claims Tennessee has a "hostile sexual environment" that inferred with the discipline of athletes. Dustin Dopirak of the Knoxville News Sentinel joins host Zac Ellis on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the allegations against Tennessee and how the athletic department is responding. What effect could the lawsuit have on Tennessee? Could it impact head coach Butch Jones and the Volunteers ahead of a pivotal season in which they are projected to contend for an SEC East title? The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by FreshBooks. For freelancers and small business owners, Freshbooks takes the pain out of accounting. Have a question about the service? A real-live human will answer every call in about three rings. Get your 30-day free trial by going to FreshBooks.com/college and entering COLLEGE in the "How you heard about us" section.

Does Big 12 expansion make sense? Talking Texas football, Big 12 with Kirk Bohls Feb 17, 2016

The Big 12 will decide whether to expand or stay at 10 teams this summer. Does it make sense for the conference to add two teams? Which schools make the most sense? Meanwhile Charlie Strong enters a pivotal year at Texas that could be his last if he doesn't show progress after going 11–14 in his first two seasons with the Longhorns. Can he turn Texas around? First he has to figure out what type of offense he wants to run and which quarterback is going to run it. Kirk Bohls of the Austin American-Statesman has covered Texas football since 1971. He joins host Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football podcast to break down the Longhorns' 2016 prospects and discuss the Big 12's expansion options. The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by FreshBooks. For freelancers and small business owners, Freshbooks takes the pain out of accounting. Have a question about the service? A real-live human will answer every call in about three rings. Get your 30-day free trial by going to FreshBooks.com/audibles and entering the promo code COLLEGE.

New BYU coach Kalani Sitake speaks on his moving day Feb 10, 2016

After just one year at Oregon State, Kalani Sitake is moving back to Utah to take over head coaching duties at his alma mater BYU. In this special edition of the SI College Football Podcast, Lindsay Schnell caught up with Kalani and his wife Timberly as they pack up their home in Corvallis, Oregon and prepare for the journey back to where they started. --- The SI College Football Podcast is brought to you by FreshBooks. For freelancers and small business owners, Freshbooks takes the pain out of accounting. Have a question about the service? A real-live human will answer every call in about three rings. Get your 30-day free trial by going to FreshBooks.com/audibles and entering the promo code COLLEGE.

National Signing Day 2016 Review: Biggest surprises, top classes Feb 04, 2016

With National Signing Day 2016 in the books, it's time to break down the impact. Who finished with the best recruiting class? Which schools made the biggest leaps on Signing Day? Scout.com's Greg Biggins joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell to recap the major moments of the day. Houston made the biggest splash of any Group of Five program with five-star Ed Oliver's signing. Cougars coach Tom Herman also joins the podcast to discuss how he pulled it off. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FreshBooks. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FreshBooks.com/college for a 30-day free trial.

National Signing Day 2016 Preview: Where will top recruit Rashan Gary go? Jan 27, 2016

As National Signing Day approaches, SI.com recruiting expert Chris Johnson joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell on the SI College Football Podcast to break down the biggest storylines of this recruiting season. Chris offers his prediction for which school No. 1 recruit Rashan Gary will pick and who will finish with the top-rated recruiting class. He also analyzes the changes in Big 12 recruiting that have left Texas with lots of work left to do to land a quality class. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Mailbag: What to expect from Texas in 2016, more listener questions Jan 20, 2016

You asked, we answered. Hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell do an all-mailbag version of the podcast. What does Charlie Strong need to do at Texas in 2016 to keep his job? What's the best matchup of a loaded Week 1 schedule next season? Can Iowa build on its surprising 2015 success to contend for a Big Ten title? Zac and Lindsay answer these and more. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Championship Game Review: Can Alabama, Clemson return to title game? Jan 13, 2016

Andy Staples joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell to break down Alabama's 45–40 win over Clemson in the national championship. Who's better poised of the two to return to the title game next year? How much longer will Nick Saban coach? And Andy discusses his Way-Too-Early rankings for the 2016 college football season. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Tajh Boyd talks Clemson's title hopes, Deshaun Watson and more Jan 07, 2016

Legendary Clemson quarterback Tajh Boyd talks with host Lindsay Schnell about why Clemson has the edge over Alabama in the national title game, what makes Deshaun Watson special and why Boyd chose Dabo Swinney.

National Championship Preview: Tajh Boyd breaks down why Clemson will win Jan 06, 2016

Can Deshaun Watson and Clemson's explosive offense carry the Tigers to an undefeated season and a national championship? Or will Alabama's fierce front seven pummel Clemson en route to another Crimson Tide title? Former Clemson quarterback Tajh Boyd explains why the underdog Tigers can win while Alabama play-by-play voice Eli Gold helps break down the Tide with host Lindsay Schnell. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Something about the Arborhood Dec 30, 2015

The Oklahoma Sooners have rebounded from a disappointing season in 2014 to have a chance at the 2015 national championship. The team has shown remarkable chemistry to get to this point, but at least some of that chemistry has been built in a place that you might not expect: A quiet neighborhood in Norman, full of children and families. On this special edition of the SI College Football Podcast, host Lindsay Schnell [http://www.twitter.com/Lindsay_Schnell] explores what's special about this year’s Sooners, and how a neighborhood helps a football team. == This special edition of the College Football Podcast was produced by Alexander Abnos with help from Dan Bloom. This episode includes music by Will Bangs [http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Will_Bangs/], King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band [http://freemusicarchive.org/music/King_Olivers_Creole_Jazz_Band/], David Serena [https://soundcloud.com/daveserena], and Katy Perry. Field recording by audible-edge [https://www.freesound.org/people/audible-edge/] == The SI College Football Podcast is brought you by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code FANTASY in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first purchase. We are also sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code FANTASY at FanDuel.com to play a risk-free tournament for up to $10.

Orange Bowl Preview: Who'll win Clemson-Oklahoma showdown? Feat. Jim Ross Dec 23, 2015

Can Oklahoma keep its hot streak going with a win in the Orange Bowl? Or will Clemson remain undefeated and advance to the national championship? Sooners superfan Jim Ross and Don Munson, the radio voice of Tigers football, join hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) to break down the matchup and make their picks. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Cotton Bowl Preview: Can Michigan State topple Alabama in the playoff? Dec 17, 2015

Can Connor Cook lead Big Ten champ Michigan State to an upset of Alabama in the Cotton Bowl? Or will Heisman winner Derrick Henry and the Crimson Tide's dominant front seven roll over the Spartans to reach the national championship game? Joe Rexrode of the Detroit Free Press and Aaron Suttles of the Tuscaloosa News join hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) to break down the College Football Playoff matchup and make their picks. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Bowl Season Preview: Which bowl are we most excited for? Which coaching hire was most surprising? Dec 10, 2015

Can Will Muschamp have any more success at South Carolina than he did at Florida? What's with the trend of defensive coordinators becoming head coaches? And which bowl games look like the best matchups? Andy Staples joins hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) to help breakdown these topics and more. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 14 Preview: Heisman race still up for grabs entering championship Saturday Dec 03, 2015

Entering championship Saturday, the race for the Heisman Trophy is still up for grabs. Will Derrick Henry lead Alabama over Florida and claim the award? Could Deshaun Watson ride an ACC title game victory to the trophy? And who will finish in the top four to make the playoff? The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 13 Preview: What we're thankful for in college football Nov 25, 2015

In honor of Thanksgiving, what are you thankful for this college football season? Hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) share what they're thankful for and make picks for Week 13's biggest games. Can Ohio State rebound from last week's loss with a win over Michigan? The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 12 Preview: Is the playoff committee biased against the Big 12, Pac-12? Nov 19, 2015

Is the College Football Playoff selection committee biased against the Big 12 and Pac-12? FOX Sports' Joel Klatt certainly thinks so. Klatt joins the podcast to make his case, and hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) make their picks for Week 12's biggest games. Can Michigan State take down undefeated Ohio State? The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 11 Preview: Could Mississippi State stun Alabama? Nov 11, 2015

After taking down LSU, is Alabama on upset alert vs. Mississippi State? Should Georgia fire Mark Richt? Bleacher Report's Barrett Sallee joins the podcast to break down the state of the SEC. Hosts Zac Ellis (@ZacEllis) and Lindsay Schnell (@Lindsay_Schnell) also make their picks for Week 11's biggest matchups. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 10 Preview: Which conferences are in trouble with the playoff rankings? Can Alabama beat LSU? Nov 04, 2015

Now that the College Football Playoff rankings are out, which conferences are in bad shape to get a team in the top four? Who will win Week 10's marquee showdown between Alabama and LSU? Yogi Roth joins to break down the top quarterbacks dueling this weekend. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 9 Preview: Can Temple upset Notre Dame? Analyzing the Group of Five's playoff chances Oct 28, 2015

Can undefeated Temple take down 6–1 Notre Dame? Mike Kern of the Philadelphia Daily News joins to break down the Owls, the surprise trio of playoff contenders from the AAC and what Chip Kelly's future might hold. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Midseason Recap/Preview: Breaking down Utah, Florida, more surprises of 2015 season Oct 21, 2015

Midway through the 2015 season, Andy Staples joins the podcast to break down the biggest surprises of the first half of the season and what could be in store in the second half. Why does Andy think Utah will win the national title? "The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.”

Week 7 Preview: Can USC overcome the chaos of Steve Sarkisian's firing? Oct 14, 2015

How will USC cope with the disarray created by Steve Sarkisian's firing? What should the Trojans look for in their next coach? Lindsey Thiry of the Los Angeles Times joins the podcast to discuss the situation at USC. Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell also recap Week 6's biggest games and preview and pick some major showdowns in Week 7, including Alabama's trip to Texas A&M. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 6 Preview: Has Jim Harbaugh already turned around Michigan? Grading first-year coaches Oct 07, 2015

Off to a 4–1 start and No. 18 in the country, Michigan looks to be thriving in year one under Jim Harbaugh. Can the Wolverines' early success last. SI's Michael Rosenberg joins the podcast to discuss everything maize and Harbaugh, including Michigan's Week 6 showdown with Northwestern. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 5 Preview: Is Alabama poised to lose again? Can Notre Dame stay undefeated vs. Clemson? Sep 30, 2015

After Utah and UCLA's dominant wins, could the Pac-12 get two teams into the College Football Playoff? And who will win Week 5's big showdowns between Alabama-Georgia, Notre Dame-Clemson and more? Andy Staples joins the SI College Football Podcast to break it all down. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 4 Preview: Who'll win Pac-12 showdowns between Arizona and UCLA, Oregon and Utah? Sep 23, 2015

The Pac-12 takes center stage in Week 4 with two marquee conference duels. Who'll claim supremacy in the Pac-12 South between Arizona and UCLA? Can Utah upset Oregon in Eugene? Get ready for these Week 4 clashes and more with previews and picks from Zac Ellis, Colin Becht and special guest Martin Rickman. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 3 Preview: Can Alabama get revenge vs. Ole Miss? Who'll win USC-Stanford? Sep 17, 2015

Can Alabama avenge last year's loss to Ole Miss? Will USC begin a run to a Pac-12 title with a win over Stanford? Can Notre Dame shrug off its injuries to take down Georgia Tech? Zac Ellis and Linsday Schnell discuss these Week 3 games and more. The SI College Football Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code COLLEGE at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code COLLEGE in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

Week 2 Preview: Breaking down Week 1 and picking winners for Week 2's biggest games Sep 09, 2015

SI's Colin Becht joins hosts Zac Ellis and Lindsay Schnell to break down the biggest games from Week 1 of the college football season and preview Week 2's marquee matchups.

Week 1 Preview: Picking winners for biggest games with Brian Hamilton, Colin Becht Sep 02, 2015

SI's Brian Hamilton joins Zac Ellis and Colin Becht to preview some of the top matchups of Week 1 of the 2015 college football season and pick winners.

Breaking down Preseason All-America Team with Lindsay Schnell and Colin Becht — 8/26/2015 Aug 26, 2015

SI's Lindsay Schnell and Colin Becht join Zac Ellis to break down the SI.com 2015 Preseason All-America Team and answer some listener questions.

Breaking down the Pac-12 with SI's Pete Thamel & taking twitter questions Aug 19, 2015

SI's Pete Thamel (http://twitter.com/sipetethamel) joins Zac Ellis to break down that Pac-12 ahead of the 2015 college football season and answer some reader questions. Tweet your questions and comments to http://twitter.com/zacellis and http://twitter.com/si_ncaafb. We are sponsored by FanDuel.com. For up to a $200 bonus, enter our code COLLEGE. We're also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available at SeatGeek.com. Enter our code COLLEGE for a $20 rebate.

Sports Illustrated Joins Panoply Network Aug 17, 2015

For more than 60 years, Sports Illustrated has championed its brand of quality sports journalism. Today, SI announces a new partnership … one that helps us tell the stories that matter to your life, through today’s mobile channels. Sports Illustrated is now a part of the Panoply Network. Visit http://panoply.fm to learn more about the excellent slate of podcasts, and subscribe to your favorite SI shows on iTunes or find them all at http://si.com/podcasts. Music by: Pierlo (http://upitup.com)

SI College Football Podcast — 8/12/15: Off-season winners and losers Aug 12, 2015

In the debut episode, Zac Ellis and Andy Staples discuss off-season winners and losers, including Ohio State's QB situation, Florida State's offense, Jim Harbaugh and Will Muschamp.

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