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Mega-Spring Preview + Remembering Urban Meyer’s Florida Mar 09, 2026

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Spring practice has arrived across College Football and we have plenty of questions. On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 718 Josh Pate looks at the biggest questions for teams as they hunt for a CFP spot. What do we make of the roundtable meeting in Washington Friday? Was there a hidden headline bigger than any of the photo ops? With the 2026 schedule set we’re taking a look at the biggest conference games this season. We also take a look back at a golden era of Florida football tonight as we remember the Urban Meyer era. What do you remember the most? Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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Toughest Places To Play + ACC’s Fall-Off & Workout Advice Mar 06, 2026

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Will the College Football Playoff feature more of the same in 2026 or will we see darkhorse contenders rise up to grab spots? On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 717 Josh Pate looks at whether Ohio Stqte, UGA, Oregon, Texas, and Indiana can make it back to the CFP along with teams that could punch their ticket for the first time. What has happened to the ACC? With Miami playing for a national title the Hurricanes figure to be in the mix every season. Where have Clemson and FSU gone? With Lou Holtz passing away this week we take time tonight to remember a legendary man and career. Josh also breaks down Austin Mack vs Keelon Russell in the Alabama quarterback battle along with naming his favorite College Football stadiums. Where does Neyland Stadium rank in comparison to The Big House, Autzen Stadium, Bryant-Denny, and more? Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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Pate State Extra: SEC & Big Ten vs Common Sense Mar 04, 2026

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On this episode of Pate State Extra, Josh breaks down the SEC and Big Ten power dynamic and why they have more power and influence than they've ever had before and how much hype Texas and LSU should have entering this season. Plus, diving into how NIL has eroded rivalries. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week.

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CFB’s Most Hated Teams + Perfect Conference Realignment Proposal Mar 02, 2026

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On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 716 Josh Pate discusses College Football’s most hated teams. Where do Miami and Alabama fall? Is Texas or USC in the top group? Where do we put Notre Dame and Ohio State? Josh also takes a shot at realigning every major College Football conference. How should the SEC and Big Ten look? Could we see old conferences reborn? What was the worst national title game of the CFP era? We discuss that plus which head coaches are in must-win mode. How many wins does Mike Norvell need at FSU this season? What will it take for the noise to die down around Lincoln Riley? We also take a look at the Penn State mood tracker and much more. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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SEC & Big Ten Worried + Biggest Portal Spenders Feb 27, 2026

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On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 715 Josh Pate reacts to the SEC and Big Ten teaming up to try preventing various moves including the pooling of College Football media rights. It may sound boring, but it isn’t. Next Josh discusses the biggest Transfer Portal spenders in the space. How did Lane Kiffin and LSU surge to the top? What do we make of Indiana and Miami making big moves? Allegations have surfaced that Josh may hate the Big12. This is, of course, completely false. We also take a look at some of College Football’s most underrated coaches, the Notre Dame mood tracker, and plenty more. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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Pate State Extra: Rankings Debates & Shocking Results Feb 25, 2026

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On this episode of Pate State Extra, Josh dives into why preseason rankings have merit and what they should actually reflect, how Nick Saban would fare in this new era of College Football, and which result from the 2025 season was most shocking. Plus, Josh breaks down his biggest Big Ten stadium. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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President Trump Joins Show + Top 10 Head Coach Rankings Feb 23, 2026

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On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 714 Josh Pate welcomes President Donald Trump to the show to discuss matters of College Football and beyond. Next up we drop our 2026 College Football head coach rankings. Where do coaches like Kirby Smart at UGA and Ryan Day at Ohio State land? What about Steve Sarkisian at Texas and Kalen DeBoer at Alabama? Does Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman crack the top 5? What do we make of reports teams in the SEC and what are some of the biggest questions around the league heading into spring ball? Josh also discusses which programs could be the next to become elite. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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CFB Program Rankings + CFP Expansion & Schedule Debate Feb 16, 2026

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On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 713 Josh Pate ranks the top programs in College Football. How high did Indiana rise? What about mainstays like UGA, Alabama, Texas, Ohio State, and Notre Dame? Will we see College Football Playoff expansion soon after the Big Ten floated their 24-team model? The Mood Tracker segment continues tonight with a look at Dan Lanning and Oregon. What do we make of reports teams in the SEC and Big Ten are looking to adjust their future out-of-conference schedules? Will College Football Playoff selection change as a result of this? Which teams have the biggest spotlight QB battles we need to watch this spring? Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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Real National Title Contenders + Lincoln Riley Doubt & Hardest Schedules Feb 11, 2026

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On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 712 Josh Pate looked at how big the College Football Playoff and national title contender pool is this year. Will teams like UGA and Alabama be in the mix? What about Ohio State, Oregon, Michigan, and Indiana? Will we see Texas or USC make a move? The Mood Tracker segment continues tonight with a look at Steve Sarkisian and Texas. Next, Josh looks at the toughest schedules in College Football this season. Will Lincoln Riley end up winning big at USC? Can the Trojans contend for the Big Ten title and a CFP spot? Josh also gives some early thoughts on the NFL Draft and discusses a College Football story nobody is talking about. All that plus advice for getting a career in sports media. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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Does CFB Need NFL Help? + Signing Day Reaction Feb 06, 2026

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Has the time come for College Football to reach out to the NFL for help? On Josh Pate’s College Football Show Ep 711 Josh Pate discussed how eligibility and calendar issues in College Football could use some assistance after Roger Goodell’s comments during Super Bowl week. Plenty of early top 25 rankings reaction is pouring in. In this show Josh Pate discussed the placement of Indiana and Miami fresh off their national title matchup. What about Oregon, Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State in the Big Ten? Where are teams like Texas, Alabama, UGA, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, and Florida in the SEC? Tonight we go over the ACC schedule including Miami having a more workable path and FSU facing a tough road. National Signing Day saw USC and Oregon land top 3 classes with Notre Dame between them. Tonight we get takeaways and memories of past National Signing Days. The Mood Tracker segment continues tonight with a look at Ryan Day and Ohio State. All that plus advice for getting a career in sports media. Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL for notifications as we bring you multiple live shows per week!

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