Cover 3 College Football

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Who will Nick Saban hire as Alabama's next OC? Heupel's raise, plus listener questions! (01/25) Jan 25, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew talks Bill O'Brien leaving Alabama, Tennessee, Colorado, and more. First, reacting to the new of O'Brien leaving the Crimson Tide for the NFL and a breakdown of potential targets for Alabama's next offensive coordinator (1:00). Then, Josh Heupel gets a huge raise (19:54) and Deion Sanders hints at high-profile additions to his coaching staff at Colorado (25:18). Then it's on to listener questions from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail regarding Shedeur Sanders as the Buffs' starting quarterback (30:15), whether Nick Saban will win another title (38:30), the role of apparel companies in college football recruiting (43:00) and dark horse teams that could win a playoff game in 2023 (47:00).

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Transfer Portal Winners and Losers: Biggest moves, teams that got better in the winter portal window (01/23) Jan 23, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew recaps the biggest moves and notable headlines from the winter transfer window. First, the latest on two ongoing stories at Michigan with offensive coordinator Matt Weiss fired (1:05) and Jim Harbaugh facing potential NCAA violations for refusing to admit to minor NCAA violations during an investigation of the program (8:30). Then it's on to recapping the transfer portal window, addressing the most significant moves (17:50), the teams that got better (28:22), the teams that lost the most (42:26) and whether or not the transfer portal is making college football better (54:45).

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Will Levis vs. Anthony Richardson, Briles to TCU, Lane's loaded QB room at Ole Miss, more! (01/19) Jan 19, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew talks TCU, Ole Miss, Georgia, NFL Draft and more. First, with the breaking news that former Oklahoma State QB Spencer Sanders has committed to Ole Miss, breaking down Lane Kiffin's 2023 QB room that also includes returning starter Jaxson Dart and recent commit Walker Howard. Then, TCU taps Arkansas' Kendal Briles to replace Garrett Riley as OC, Georgia WR AD Mitchell enters the transfer portal and more. Then it's on to the Big Ol Bag of Mail with questions about the NFL Draft comparing Will Levis and Anthony Richardson, why Texas' power rating was still strong despite losing five games and setting a betting line between the Houston Texans a team comprised of just college football All-Americans.

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Harbaugh commits to Michigan, Florida loses its QB recruit, NFL Draft deadline winners/losers, more! (01/18) Jan 18, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew talks 2023 NFL Draft, Michigan, Florida, Clemson and more. First, with the Michigan university president chiming in to provide some confirmation, what to make of Jim Harbaugh's latest round of NFL interest and his apparent commitment to the Wolverines for 2023 (1:25). Then, the fallout from Jaden Rashada's expected release from Florida and what it says about the current state of NIL (21:18), Dabo Swinney breaks recent precedent to make a new offensive coordinator hire (38:12) and the Winners and Losers from the NFL Draft Early Entry Deadline (48:27).

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Latest on Jaden Radshada, Big Ten needs a new commish, the potential for a Transfer Portal Combine, more! (01/12) Jan 12, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew talks Big Ten, Florida, Michigan, transfer portal, Oregon and more. First, diving into the breaking news of the morning with Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren leaving for a job with the Chicago Bears, including thoughts on the potential replacement and what that decision may mean for college sports' future (1:21). Then the latest on Jaden Rashada, the blue chip quarterback who has not yet enrolled at Florida as expected (16:32) and a pair of transfer portal notables with Walker Howard leaving LSU (28:48) and former South Carolina edge rusher Jordan Burch committing to Oregon (30:00). Then it's on to listener questions from the Big Ol Bag of Mail, discussing if Cade McNamara could have saved Michigan in the Fiesta Bowl (35:03), the potential for a Transfer Portal Combine (40:29) and a chaotic proposal that has transfers playing for their new team in the bowl season (45:15). Finally, more questions for Danny's proposal that eight wins is the new mark for bowl eligibility (51:00) and the outlook for Oregon's recruiting under Dan Lanning (53:29).

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2023 College Football Rankings Way Too Early Top 25, potential signing day changes, more! (01/11) Jan 11, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew breaks down the initial look at the top 25 rankings for the 2023 season. First, why Georgia is in a tier to itself for No. 1 heading into next year (1:26), the other teams that deserve top five consideration (10:40) and what to do with TCU given the turnover from this year's 12-win team (13:45). Then, assessing Tennessee's standing among the top 25 (17:50) along with other SEC foes LSU (19:45) and Texas A&M (22:00). Plus, how high should USC be ranked given both the presence of Caleb Williams but also the absence of a proven defense (25:00), what Sam Hartman brings to Notre Dame (27:42) and where Clemson fits into the national picture after a second straight year outside of the top four (32:54). Finally, discussing the calls for changes to the college football calendar, like moving National Signing Day or adjusting the transfer period windows. What coaches and commissioners are saying, and what would work best for the sport moving forward (42:45). Also, what's up with Jaden Rashada and his expected enrollment at Florida? (53:30).

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Georgia downs TCU 65-7 to win their second straight CFB Playoff National Championship! Jan 10, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew react to Georgia's dominant victory over the TCU Horned Frogs!

0:00 Intro

1:00 Biggest takeaways

10:45 Georgia’s potent offense

14:40 The talent mismatch

19:16 Georgia’s 2023 Schedule

27:55 Odds for Georgia to miss the playoff

32:05 Can TCU win the Big12 again?

35:00 Portal Players

41:54 Blue Chip Ratio

46:35 Transfer Window

49:54 When will Kirby get number three?

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Best Bets for the College Football Playoff National Championship! Jan 09, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew preview the CFB Playoff National Championship one final time! First, if Georgia wins, should they be considered a dynasty? (2:46) Next, how many more Cinderella runs will we see with the expanded playoff? (7:30) Finally, the most interesting player props and lines for tonight's game! (14:55)

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Georgia-TCU College Football Playoff National Championship Game Preview: Matchups to watch, best bets, more! (01/06) Jan 05, 2023

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With NFL eyeing Jim Harbaugh again, is he back at Michigan in 2023? Plus, Georgia-TCU updates and Bowl Rankings! (01/04) Jan 04, 2023

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The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, Georgia, TCU and the best bowl games. First, reviewing the rapidly developing story of the NFL's reported interest in Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh, as well as the potential of him leaving the Wolverines if offered a job (1:24). After weighing the potential of an NFL return, the conversation finishes with names to watch should Harbaugh decide to leave Ann Arbor. Then, whether Ryan Day has answered critics with Ohio State's performance in the Peach Bowl (31:12), the latest on some key injuries for Georgia and TCU (40:02) and Tom Fornelli's Bowl Rankings (45:12).

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