Cover 3 College Football

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Cover 3 chats with Dan Lanning, Nico Iamaleava, Lincoln Riley, Sherrone Moore, Kirk Ferentz & more Jul 25, 2025

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A loaded episode featuring conversations with some of the biggest names in college football. Deshaun Foster, Lincoln Riley, Dan Lanning, Luke Fickell, Nico Iamaleava, Sherrone Moore, and Kirk Ferentz all join the show to talk expectations, quarterback development, and the future of their programs. The crew also makes their official Big Ten title picks — with Penn State and Ohio State dominating the predictions — and drops bold takes for the 2025 season, including USC’s bounce-back, playoff projections, and a potential breakout star at quarterback. 0:00 Intro 4:00 Deshaun Foster 12:00 Lincoln Riley 24:30 Luke Fickell 37:30 Dan Lanning 51:30 Nico Iamaleava 57:45 Big Ten bold predictions 1:07:00 Championship picks 1:13:15 Sherrone Moore 1:28:30 Kirk Ferentz

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Big Ten QB Rankings, CFB Schedule Debates + Chats with Ryan Day, James Franklin & Drew Allar Jul 24, 2025

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A jam-packed show featuring conversations with Demond Williams, Ryan Day, Jedd Fisch, Drew Allar, and James Franklin. We dive into Ohio State’s quarterback outlook, Washington’s new identity under Fisch, and what’s driving confidence at Penn State.

Plus, reaction to Dan Lanning’s push for a revamped CFB calendar, a new bill being debated in the House, and what a soft cap era could mean for roster management. We also unveil our Big Ten QB rankings — and why Ohio State and Oregon may need more from their signal-callers.

0:00 Intro

0:30 Demond Williams chat

9:30 Ryan Day chat

24:00 OSU expectations

28:00 Schedule thoughts

32:30 Jedd Fisch chat

45:30 Drew Allar chat

58:30 Big Ten QB rankings

1:09:00 Soft cap era?

1:16:00 James Franklin chat

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit ⁠the betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college football⁠.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/cover3⁠

Follow our hosts on Twitter: ⁠@Chip_Patterson⁠, ⁠@TomFornelli⁠, ⁠@DannyKanell⁠, ⁠@BudElliott3⁠

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit

Big Ten Media Days Tuesday recap: Taking Indiana seriously, Petitti speaks, Dark Horses + Interviews Jul 23, 2025

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Cover 3 is in Las Vegas for Big Ten Media Days. Watch their comprehensive Tuesday recap filled with discussion and interviews.

0:00 - Intro 7:30 - Bret Bielema 21:00 - Petitti speaks 33:00 - All In or Fold 45:00 - Indiana 54:00 - Curt Cignetti 1:05:00 - Dylan Raiola 1:15:00 - Luke Altmyer 1:24:00 - Dark Horses

Blue Chip Ratio: These Teams Have Been Recruiting Well Enough To Win It ALL In 2025 | Cover 3 Pod Jul 17, 2025

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The Cover 3 crew is back with their Blue Chip Ratio episode. Bud Elliott breaks down all his notes on the blue chip ratio to let you know which teams have a chance to win it all.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:02:00) - Big Ten Media Days Update

(00:08:00) - SEC Media Days Reaction

(00:13:00) - 2025 Blue Chip Ratio

(00:41:00) - Cover 3 Mailbag

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

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Arch Manning Mania, How Tennessee Will Replace Nico, More! | Cover 3 College Football Podcast Jul 16, 2025

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The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around SEC Media Days.

(00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:40) - SEC Scenarios (00:07:00) - Show Updates (00:08:30) - Texas Recruiting Update (00:22:10) - Indiana's scheduling philosophy (00:33:00) - SEC Media Days Reaction

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

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SEC Media Days Storylines, Outlook For Jake Retzlaff & More | Cover 3 College Football Pod Jul 14, 2025

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The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around the college football world. The boys discuss the Sun Belt adding Louisiana Tech, Jake Retzlaff's exit from BYU and break down some SEC Media Days Storylines.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:01:30) - Shemar Stewart

(00:09:40) - Sun Belt Adds Louisiana Tech

(00:14:50) - Jake Retzlaff's BYU Exit

(00:23:20) - Haynes King

(00:36:10) - SEC Media Days Storylines

(00:53:10) - Is Nick Saban Coming BACK?

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

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Summer School: Indiana Looks To Replicate Success In Cignetti’s Second Year Jul 13, 2025

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Bud Elliott sits down with Peegs' Jared Kelly to preview Indiana's upcoming season.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:01:30) - Fernando Mendoza

(00:03:50) - Running Backs

(00:05:25) - Wide Receivers

(00:08:15) - Offensive Line

(00:11:44) - Offensive Name To Know

(00:13:50) - Defensive Front

(00:17:25) - Linebackers

(00:19:20) - Secondary

(00:23:00) - 2025 Expectations

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit

Summer School: Anything BELOW 9 Wins Is A Disappointment For Florida Jul 12, 2025

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Bud Elliot sits down with Swamp247’s Graham Hall to preview Florida’s 2025 season.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:00:55) - DJ Lagway

(00:05:11) - Wide Receivers

(00:09:00) - Running Backs

(00:11:30) - Defensive Changes

(00:14:55) - Defensive Names To Know

(00:16:30) - 2025 Expectations

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit

Summer School: Can Carson Beck Lead Miami To An ACC Title? Jul 11, 2025

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Bud Elliott sits down with Inside the U's David Lake to preview Miami's 2025 season.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2025

(00:02:00) - Carson Beck

(00:04:05) - Wide Receivers

(00:08:20) - Offensive Line

(00:10:20) - Running Backs

(00:12:30) - Offensive Name To Know

(00:14:00) - Defensive Changes

(00:16:40) - Defensive Front

(00:21:00) - Linebackers

(00:23:00) - Secondary

(00:26:00) - 2025 Expectations

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

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The PERFECT Plan For College Football Playoff Expansion, Expectations For Brian Kelly, More! Jul 10, 2025

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On today's episode of the Cover 3 Podcast the boys break down the latest news around college football. They react to Big 12 media days, reveal Tom's perfect college football playoff plan and much more.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:00:40) - Golfing With Coaches

(00:07:50) - Big 12 Media Day Reaction

(00:20:30) - Tom's Perfect CFP Plan

(00:47:00) - Mailbag

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.

Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3

Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3

For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit