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CBS Sports’ Shehan Jeyarajah joins 365 Sports to break down Texas Tech’s aggressive approach to NIL and recruiting, including multi-year contracts for high school athletes. He explains how their long-term strategy could set them apart—or backfire. The conversation also dives deep into Texas earning the preseason #1 spot for the first time ever, what makes them a legitimate contender, and how Steve...

(0:40:00) Dan Wetzel, ESPN (1:03:00) Shehan Jeyarajah, CBS Sports (1:30:00) Bruce Feldman’s Freak List (2:05:00) Deion Imade, Oklahoma State Analyst (2:33:00) John McClain, HOF Columnist (2:50:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se...

Dan Wetzel joins 365 Sports to break down why expanding the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament is a bad idea. Wetzel and the crew explore the lack of fan demand, the logistical nightmare, and the risk of diluting one of sports' most cherished events. They also discuss the impact of coaching changes, transfer portal chaos, the future of college football rankings, and why preseason polls are harder th...

Former West Virginia fullback Owen Schmitt joins 365 Sports to talk about the lost art of playing fullback, the physical edge it brought to the game, and how Rod Smith's new system at WVU might signal a return to smashmouth football. Schmitt reflects on his roots, breaking facemasks, and what made the old-school mentality of Mountaineer football so special. The team also dives into WVU's 2025 outl...

Media consultant Patrick Crakes joins 365 Sports to explain how college football broadcasting is being transformed by the direct-to-consumer streaming era. From ESPN’s dominance in SEC coverage to the rising challenge of content discovery across platforms like YouTube TV, Peacock, and Hulu, Crakes breaks down the evolving media landscape—and how it affects fans. He also explores why linear program...

Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews joins 365 Sports to break down his expectations for the 2025 college football season. The crew dives deep into USC’s high-stakes quarterback battle and Lincoln Riley’s defensive rebuild, as well as Nebraska’s decade-long slump and whether Matt Rhule can finally turn things around. The conversation also spotlights Texas A&M’s resurgence under Mike Elko, NIL-dr...

Brett McMurphy joins the 365 Sports crew to break down his AP Top 25 ballot and share insights into the chaos of ranking teams in the transfer portal era. From why Georgia still holds the top spot to why Penn State and Alabama are surging, Brett explains his logic and expectations for 2025. The team also discusses Texas hype, Ohio State’s unknowns, and which teams might be getting a little too muc...

(0:42:00) Brett McMurphy, on3.com (1:05:00) Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews (1:33:00) Patrick Crakes, Media Consultant (2:18:00) Owen Schmitt, In the Gun Podcast (2:50:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The 365 Sports crew breaks down Vanderbilt’s 2025 football schedule and the surprising rise of QB Diego Pavia. After finishing 7–6 last year and upsetting Alabama, expectations are higher than ever in Nashville. The team dives into key matchups against Virginia Tech, South Carolina, Texas, and Tennessee — and discusses whether Vanderbilt can build on its momentum or face a midseason slide. With bo...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina & Craig Smoak Former Baylor QB and two-time Big 12 champ Bryce Petty joins the show to talk about what it means to be inducted into the Baylor Athletics Hall of Fame. He reflects on how Baylor’s football culture shifted during his era, how Art Briles' offensive philosophy changed the game, and why he sees leadership qualities in current QB Sawyer Robertson. Pett...

College football analytics expert Dave Bartoo joins 365 Sports to explain how judgment-based penalties and coaching decisions—especially around 2-point conversions—are quietly influencing game outcomes in 2025. He highlights how some teams are losing ground due to subjective officiating, why 2-point attempts are often misused, and how coaching data can predict success or failure over time. Bartoo...

Josh Nabors joins 365 Sports to dive deep into the biggest questions for 2025 in college football. From Ohio State's quarterback uncertainty and staff turnover to Clemson finally embracing the transfer portal, Josh unpacks the storylines shaping the top programs. The team also breaks down returning production stats for Texas, Arizona State, and FSU—discussing how these numbers could define success...

(0:40:00) Micah Parsons Beef (1:04:00) Dave Bartoo, CFB Matrix (1:50:00) Bryce Petty, Former Baylor Quarterback (2:15:00) Vanderbilt Schedule (2:38:00) Josh Neighbors, College Countdown Podcast (2:50:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...

David Pollack joins 365 Sports and dives deep into the 2025 college football landscape. He explains why he’s  buying into the Big 12 —highlighting Texas Tech’s elite recruiting, Kenny Dillingham’s rise at Arizona State, and Baylor’s dangerous QB-RB combo. Pollack also breaks down why he’s all-in on Clemson this season, calling them his  preseason No. 1 , and details why the Tigers could cruise thr...

Mike Golic Jr. joins 365 Sports to talk all things college football — from Arch Manning’s hype and Texas’ potential to the new 12-team playoff and why early-season matchups are the sport’s best feature. He also gives insight into Big 12 identity, Texas Tech’s big spending, and why realignment talk often forgets the  fans. Plus, Golic gets candid about his Notre Dame roots, his “rivalry grudge” wit...

ESPN’s Chris Low joins 365 Sports to unpack his deep dive on the 2025 college football schedule—and why Clemson might finally be back in championship form. Low reveals why Cade Klubnik and Dabo Swinney’s crew could be the most balanced and dangerous team in the country, and why Miami’s schedule keeps them grounded despite talent upgrades. We also dig into why Texas Tech faces the toughest path in...

(0:40:00) Chris Low, ESPN (1:10:00) Texas A&M Schedule (1:30:00) Mike Golic Jr. FanDuel Sports Network (1:53:00) Craig Smoak’s “Off The Radar” (2:11:00) David Pollack, College Football Analyst (2:35:00) Mickey Spagnola, DallasCowboys.com (2:50:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina, & Craig Smoak Doug Lesmerises joins 365 Sports to break down how the addition of Oregon may have changed the Big Ten's future forever. He explains why Ohio State needed help at the top, how USC and Washington fit into the new Big Ten power structure, and why Oregon—not USC—is the Texas-level counter to the SEC's expansion. Doug also talks Nebraska’s chances for...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina, & Craig Smoak Attorney Ryan Maguire joins 365 Sports to break down the legal firestorm brewing around NIL, collectives, and the proposed SCORE Act. Maguire explains why NIL collectives do serve valid business purposes, how the NCAA’s legal arguments may be an overreach, and why giving them antitrust protection could be dangerous. He also weighs in on whether co...

Paul Catalina breaks down the biggest B-storylines heading into the 2025 Big Ten and SEC football seasons—those under-the-radar narratives that could shake things up. From new coordinators at Ohio State to Hugh Freeze’s pressure at Auburn, and whether Mark Stoops is running out of time at Kentucky, the Top 5 dives into what fans aren’t talking about enough. Plus: Why Kirk Ferentz might be the most...

(0:45:00) Matt Brown, Extra Points (1:15:00) Coaches on “Hot Seat” (1:25:00) Ryan Mulvaney, Litigation Sports (1:48:00) Texas Schedule (2:03:00) Doug Mesmerizes, Kings of the North (2:33:00) Matt McChesney, Six Zero Academy (2:53:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

CBS Sports' Shehan Jeyarajah joins 365 Sports to break down the wide-open 2025 Heisman race — and why this year may be the toughest to predict in recent memory. From LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier to South Carolina’s LaNorris Sellers, Shehan explains why top-tier talent is scattered across teams with stacked rosters, making it hard for one player to stand out. He also defends preseason polls, pushes back...

With David Smoak, Paul catalina & Craig Smoak ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg joins 365 Sports to talk about why preseason rankings may no longer make sense in the modern college football landscape. With roster turnover, the transfer portal, and early-season perception issues, Rittenberg explains why polls might be hurting more than helping. He also shares insight from Big 12 Media Days, Kansas State v...

From a possible QB rotation at Colorado to Oklahoma State's rebuild, Paul Catalina dives into the top five storylines that could shake up the Big 12 in 2025. Will Avery Johnson become the passer Kansas State needs? Is Arizona State ready to evolve post-Cam Skattebo? Can a transfer QB flip the title race? Find out what’s at stake as we head toward another wild season of Big 12 football. Learn more...

(0:38:00) Adam Rittenberg, ESPN (1:03:00) Shehan Jeyarajah, CBS Sports (1:25:00) Tennessee Schedule (1:47:00) Craig Smoak’s “Off The Radar” (2:33:00) John McClain, HOF Columnist (2:54:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...