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The road to "Back" for Texas and Miami (02/03) Feb 04, 2020

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Talking Ohio State, Oklahoma, Georgia-Florida and more from the listener mailbag. First, weighing in on the Big Ten's proposal to change the transfer rules (6:00) and efforts to cap or limit coaches' salaries through federal oversight (15:15). Then, discussion topics from listener questions include comparing Lincoln Riley against Ryan Day and Kirby Smart against Dan Mullen (37:00), and what stands in the way of Texas (42:20) and Miami (55:00) meeting the high expectations of their fans.

National Signing Day Preview (01/30) Jan 30, 2020

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Storylines, teams and players to watch heading into Wednesday's National Signing Day. First, the twists and turns of five-star Zachary Evans' recruitment (5:30) and the power house programs in the mix for defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson. Then, whether Alabama's recruiting success with Nick Saban has an expiration date (23:00), what programs are already making headlines in the 2021 cycle (36:00) and more.

Who wins the SEC-Big Ten Challenge? (01/27) Jan 27, 2020

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Answering listener questions on a Mailbag Monday. First, discussing LSU's hire of Bo Pelini (5:30), a recent report into UCLA's finances in 2019 (11:30) and Baylor bringing on Larry Fedora as its new OC (22:00). Then it's on to listener questions, including the first-annual Cover 3 presents Big Ten-SEC Challenge (26:00) and the ACC-AAC Challenge (32:00). Plus, Kiffin vs. Leach on the field and recruiting trail (38:30), the first elite program to have a seven-win season or worse (47:20) and much more.

Oklahoma State 2020 playoff hype starts now (01/24) Jan 24, 2020

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Reviewing the winners and losers from the NFL Draft early entry deadline. First, the return of former Arizona State coach Todd Graham as the next head coach at Hawaii (2:15), Dave Aranda's staff hires at Baylor (7:30) and Georgia getting key quarterback commitment on the recruiting trail (17:30). Then it's on to reviewing who left early and who's back for their senior year, with a spotlight on Oklahoma State (26:50), Florida State (35:00), Oregon (41:45), LSU (48:00) and more.

Georgia's staff hires, Clemson gets a star back for 2020, more (01/20) Jan 20, 2020

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Answering listener questions on a Mailbag Monday. First, addressing staff changes at Ohio State and Nebraska (3:00), Graham Harrell's decision to stay at USC (11:00) and what Georgia's new hires say about the future of the Bulldogs' offense (18:30). Then, what Joe Burrow showed at Ohio State that might have hinted at what was to come (28:45), Travis Etienne's decision to return to Clemson for a senior season (38:00), belief in the Jeff Scott era at USF (45:30), choosing a dream Film Room crew (52:45) and comparing Power Five conferences to European soccer leagues (1:00:00).

Can Orgeron catch lightning in a bottle again? (01/16) Jan 16, 2020

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Talking fallout from LSU's win, including NFL Draft exits and Odell Beckham. First, how the title game points to the need for modern offenses to win championships (4:00), the challenge for Ed Orgeron to recapture 2019's magic again in the future (9:30) and what to make of Odell Beckham Jr.'s impact on the LSU celebration (12:00). Plus, Dave Aranda pops up in the Baylor head coaching search (18:15), coordinator hires that moved the needle (29:00) and specifically whether Rhett Lashlee can provide a spark for Manny Diaz and Miami (36:30).

TITLE GAME INSTANT ANALYSIS: Joe Burrow, LSU crush Clemson to win National Championship (01/14) Jan 14, 2020

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Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson discuss LSU's College Football Playoff win against Clemson. Topics include how LSU overcame the early 10-point deficit, what it means for both teams moving forward and much more, including D'Eriq King's mid-title game announcement that he's leaving Houston.

Mike Leach Emergency Pod (01/09) Jan 09, 2020

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Instant reaction to Mike Leach's hire at Mississippi State from Barton, Tom and Chip. First, initial thoughts on the move from Mississippi State's perspective (1:30) and how the Egg Bowl will dictate whether or not Leach's tenure is considered a success (9:45). Then, expectations for the Bulldogs moving forward (15:30), where Washington State should look for a replacement (18:15), the strange circumstances around Cade Mays' transfer from Georgia (22:30) and what the Bulldogs' offense might look like in 2020 (29:45).

LSU-Clemson Preview: Picks, Props, Locks (01/09) Jan 09, 2020

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Picks for the College Football Playoff title game from Barton, Tom and Chip. First, the X-factors in the matchup (9:30) and a Lock Fight for against the spread selections (19:30). Then, one last Lock Unity for 2019-20 on the game's total (33:00) and a wide selection of props including team totals, Trevor Lawrence and Joe Burrow passing yards, longest/shortest touchdown and more (43:00).

Matt Rhule Emergency Pod (01/07) Jan 07, 2020

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Matt Rhule is gone to the NFL, what's next for Baylor? Barton Simmons and Chip Patterson discuss Rhule's fit with the Carolina Panthers (1:15), who Baylor should target as a replacement (8:45) and the latest from Mississippi State's coaching search (18:30). Plus, a special crossover segment with highlights from Chip's Rhule-related visit to the Pick Six NFL podcast (25:45).

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