Cover 3 College Football

The Cover 3 crew is back to dive into the mailbag and answer your questions! The guys also will put a bow on the Brendan Sorsby situation (for now), discuss Tom Fornelli's top 5 heartbreak candidates, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:13) Win Total Wild Cards (10:54) Tom Fornelli’s 2026 Heartbreak Teams (25:31) Cincinnati In The Brendan Sorsby Spotlight (31:10) Best & Worst Karma In 2026 (38:5...

Bud Elliott sits down with McClain Baxley of GoPokes247 to preview Oklahoma State's 2026 season. The guys discuss the start of a new era in Stillwater under head coach Eric Morris, including the arrival of highly touted quarterback Drew Mestemaker and several key additions from North Texas. They also break down a completely revamped defense, expectations for the Cowboys, and whether Oklahoma State...

Chip Patterson and Danny Kanell break down the latest.

Bud Elliott sits down with Blake Ruffino of 247Sports to preview LSU’s 2026 season. - LSU Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/lsu/ - (00:00) Intro (1:16) Lane Kiffin Taking Over (4:37) QB Sam Leavitt (8:33) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (14:37) Offensive Line (20:05) Defensive Line (25:29) Linebackers (27:22) Secondary (31:34) Schedule Breakdown - Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify...

The Cover 3 crew is back to preview the Heisman race for the 2026 college football season. The guys also discuss the latest surrounding Brendan Sorsby and much more! (00:00) Intro (1:38) Big 12 Files Complaint On Sorsby & Texas Tech (21:02) Reviewing Heisman History (28:25) Heisman Odds Breakdown (38:05) What Time Zone Will Win 2026 Heisman (39:48) Changes To Heisman Voting (43:31) Transfer Tr...

Bud Elliott sits down with Michael Felder, Andrew Jones, and Noah Weiskopf of Tar Heel 247 to preview North Carolina's 2026 season. The crew discusses year two of the Bill Belichick era in Chapel Hill, the addition of Bobby Petrino as offensive coordinator, and a new-look quarterback room as the Tar Heels try to avoid repeating last season's struggles. Plus, they break down a challenging ACC sched...

Bud Elliott sits down with Chris Anderson of Eersports to preview West Virginia’s  2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/west-virginia/   (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:40) - WVU Changes (00:02:50) - Quarterbacks (00:05:30) - Runningbacks   (00:08:20) - Wide Receivers (00:09:20) - Offensive Line  (00:15:30) - Defensive Line (00:18:00) - Linebackers   (...

Bud Elliott sits down with Jeremy Clark of Horned Frog Blitz to preview TCU’s  2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/tcu/   (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:30) - Offensive Changes (00:03:30) - Quarterbacks  (00:06:30) - Offensive Line (00:10:10) - Wide Receivers  (00:15:00) - Tight Ends  (00:17:30) - Defensive Changes  (00:20:10) - Schedule Breakdown Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcast...

The Cover 3 crew is back to dive into the mailbag and answer your questions! The guys also discuss the latest surrounding Brendan Sorsby and much more! - (00:00) Intro (2:06) Comparing CFB Teams To World Cup Teams (9:24) Brendan Sorsby Latest (41:37) First Big Upset This Season? (50:50) Worst Misuse Of CFB Talent (53:38) College World Series Jell-O shot Challenge (55:44) Favorite CFB Comeback Win...

Bud Elliott sits down with Kolby Crawford of 247Sports to preview Virginia Tech’s 2026 season. - Virginia Tech Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/virginia-tech/ - (00:00) Intro  (1:20) Changes Under James Franklin (6:00) QB Ethan Grunkemeyer (8:13) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (10:14) Offensive Line (16:13) Brent Pry As DC / Defensive Line (20:55) Jaquez White / Quentin Reddish (22:32) Schedu...

Bud Elliott sits down with Austin Hannon of 247Sports to preview Clemson’s 2026 season. - Clemson Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/clemson/ - (00:00) Intro  (1:22) Coaching staff (4:41) Christopher Vizzina / QB Situation (9:37) Concern Level For Offensive Line (11:55) Wide Receivers (16:26) Under-the-radar player on offense (18:12) Replacing losses on defense (21:18) Defensive Line (23:57)...

The Cover 3 crew is back and they're reacting to Brendan Sorsby being ruled eligible for the 2026 season! The guys will also break down the toughest & easiest schedules, weigh in on the SEC & Big Ten's stance on the college sports bill, and much more! (0:00) Brendan Sorsby (21:55) Brazil Game Moved (27:03) College Sports Bill (36:43) Tough SEC Schedules (46:21) Tough Big Ten Schedules (55:...

Bud Elliott sits down with Jack Carlough of Buffs Insider to preview Colorado's 2026 season. The guys discuss expectations for quarterback Julian "JuJu" Lewis, a fast-paced offensive attack, and how the Buffaloes will replace key pieces on defense, including a new defensive coordinator. Plus, a look at Colorado's schedule, impact transfers, and what year three under Deion Sanders could look like i...

Bud Elliott sits down with Chad Brendel of Bearcat Journal to preview Cincinnati’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/cincinnati/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:01:40) - Play Calling (00:00:00) - JC French (00:04:50) - Running Backs (00:06:30) - Wide Receivers (00:07:50) - Offensive Line (00:09:30) - Offensive Name To Know (00:11:14) - Defensive Chang...

Bud Elliott sits down with 247 Sports’ Shotgun Spratling to preview USC’s 2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/usc/   (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:00) - Vibe Heading Into 2026  (00:05:20) - Coaching Changes  (00:09:40) - Jayden Maiava & Offense  (00:13:30) - Offensive Player to Know  (00:15:30) - Offensive Schemes  (00:21:00) - Secondary   (00:24:55) - Defensive Front (00:27:40)...

The Cover 3 crew is back to dive into the mailbag and answer your questions! The guys also discuss the latest surrounding the split views of the “Protect College Sports Act” and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:20) One Athlete From Any Sport To Add To CFB (6:17) Nick Saban Opposes SEC & Big Ten (13:14) Using NIL To Make One Team A Contender (20:18) CFB WR Danny Kanell Would Want To Throw To (24:2...

Bud Elliott sits down with Tony Catalina of GigEm247 to preview Texas A&M's 2026 season. Following a College Football Playoff appearance, expectations are high in College Station. The guys discuss Marcel Reed's development after Holmon Wiggins' promotion to offensive coordinator, the overall outlook for the Aggies, and the challenge of replacing several key contributors along the offensive lin...

Bud Elliott sits down with Zach Goodall of Swamp247 to preview Florida’s  2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/florida/ (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:40) - Jon Sumrall  (00:02:00) - Offensive Changes  (00:04:00) - Quarterbacks (00:06:07) - Runningbacks  (00:07:40) - Wide Receivers  (00:10:00) - Offensive Line (00:11:05) - Offensive Name to Know  (00:12:30) - Defensive Changes  (00:14:...

The Cover 3 crew is back to dive into the mailbag and answer your questions! They will also provide the latest surrounding Brendan Sorsby and much more. - (00:00) Intro (3:12) Brendan Sorsby Hearing (12:50) Lowest-Ranked Team That Can Win CFP (24:33) How High Can Mendoza Family Climb Among All-Time CFB Families? (31:00) Why Tom Fornelli Hates College Baseball (39:25) Idea Of Texas Tech vs Texas In...

Bud Elliott sits down with Garrett Ross of Baylor Bears 247 to preview Baylor's 2026 season. They discuss the pressure facing Dave Aranda as he enters a pivotal season in Waco, the arrival of quarterback DJ Lagway, and whether the Bears can find a path to bowl eligibility despite mounting expectations. Plus, a look at Baylor's key position groups, defensive outlook, and what success would look lik...

Bud Elliott and Andrew Cherico of Knights247 preview UCF’s 2026 season. They discuss Scott Frost entering year two back in Orlando, the expectations facing the Knights, and whether a favorable schedule could help UCF emerge as a contender in the Big 12. Plus, a look at the roster, key players, and what success looks like in 2026. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription: Use code SUMMER26 U...

Bud Elliott talks with Josh Callaway of Sooners Illustrated to preview Oklahoma’s 2026 season. They discuss the pressure facing Brent Venables, the return of quarterback John Mateer, and just how high Oklahoma’s ceiling could be in 2026. Plus, a look at the Sooners’ biggest strengths, concerns, and expectations heading into another season in the SEC. 🎟️ Get 60% off an annual 247Sports subscription...

Bud Elliott sits down with David Lake of InsideTheU to preview Miami’s  2026 season. Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/miami/   (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2026 (00:03:00) - Returning Coaches  (00:04:30) - Darian Mensah (00:07:30) - Offensive Line   (00:12:10) - Wide Receivers (00:15:30) - Running Backs  (00:18:40) - Defensive Front  (00:23:45) - Secondary  (00:27:30)...

The Cover 3 crew is back and they're running through head coach rankings for the power four conferences. The guys will also discuss the latest from SEC Spring Meetings, update the Brendan Sorsby situation, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (3:00) Brendan Sorsby Latest (9:45) SEC Spring Meetings (29:53) Danny’s Advise For An FSU Visit (33:40) Which Coach Would You Let Date Your Daughter? (25:19) CFB H...

Bud Elliott sits down with Tyler Komis of 247Sports to preview Ole Miss’ 2026 season. - Ole Miss Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/ole-miss/ - (00:00) Intro  (00:36) Look Back At Last Season (1:27) Pete Golding Compared To Lane Kiffin (3:10) Offensive Scheme (3:44) QB Trinidad Chambliss (5:57) Kewan Lacy / Other Running Backs (7:52) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends (9:48) Offensive Line (11:50)...