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Grant and Parker hop on the mike to talk Big 12 win totals, non-conference scheduling, and take some listener questions.  Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter .

Parker and Grant welcome in Pro Football Focus’s Seth Galina (@pff_seth) for a wide-ranging discussion on the college football landscape.  Topics discussed include: - Two nerds talk about padding vs. charting - The Air Raid is dead, but its zombies are still very much alive - What did the foundations of the Air Raid give to college football - What defenses are doing to survive, and how Lincol...

This week, Parker and Grant welcome Ish Johnson (@IshmaelRJohnson) of Dave Campbell’s Texas Football’s Republic of Texas podcast. Ish is a repository of insight into Texas college programs, both big and small. Topics discussed include: —A surprising amount of Texas State talk —Sonny Cumbie is Matt Well’s last hope —Baylor’s rather promising hires and rather dismal QB situation —UTSA: watch them! —...

Benjamin Robinson joins the show to talk about how compiling mock drafts from fans, experts, and media can provide better insight into where players might get selected in the NFL draft. We discuss Benjamin's process for his projections, the rise and fall of TCU's three draft prospects, and much more.  Check out Grindingthemocks.com and follow Benjamin on Twitter . 

The Purple Theory podcast returns with the first of our lineup of heavy hitters in the offseason. Clark Brooks, aka the SEC StatCat, joins the pod to share his wealth of knowledge on what separates good from great quarterbacks. Topics include: - Mac Jones: Is he good? - What stats best tell the story of elite QBs? - A frankly unwarranted potshot at Texas A&M - How Sarkesian will translate to t...

ALEX KIRSHNER JOINS THE POD Parker and Grant have urgent pet-related news to discuss before welcoming Alex Kirshner of Moon Crew LLC and the Split Zone Duo podcast to the show. Alex brings a wealth of knowledge to the program for a change, discussing matters such as: - The totally normal goings-on at the University of Texas - Name/Image/Likeness rights - The tectonic plates of college football - W...

The Purple Theory Podcast returns in all its glory with a look at the news and notes in the early offseason months. Segments include: - Urgent breaking award news - What TJ Storment’s departure means for the TCU offensive line - The (mostly positive!) ramifications of Doug Meacham, offensive coordinator - A quick analysis of TCU’s 2021 schedule - Parker explains how many points a touchdown is wort...

Grant and Parker kick off the new year with some resolutions for the TCU football team. Also in this episode: Texas fired Tom Herman, TCU added some depth to the quarterback room, and why Big 12 fans shouldn't care about a conference bowl sweep. Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter. "The fast guys get paid, they shoot, they score Protect them, Buddy, that's what you're here for Protection is...

Parker and Grant are back one last time in 2020 to talk about bowl season, some fun rumors about TCU's roster, and then preview the Texas Bowl.  TCU faces Arkansas this Thursday: What are the Razorbacks' strengths and weaknesses? How do their offenses and defenses attack? What to watch for, and more.  Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter .

Cumbie is headed to West Texas. What does it mean for the Frogs?

Parker's back from the wilderness for him and Grant to hand out some end-of-season awards. Plus recruiting, the Big 12 championship, and coaching carousel.  Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

In a very special solo episode, Grant takes us through TCU's 52-10 win over Louisiana Tech to end the regular season. Topics include: --Zach Evans Appreciation  --A Brief History of Chase Curtis --The Unkillable Tom Herman --Charlie Brewer's Mad Dash To Freedom  --And more!  Don't forget to like, subscribe, and rate five stars. And subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter while you...

That lead guitar is hot, But not for "Louisiana man" So rosin up that bow for "faded love" And let's all dance Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

"Look at ol' Jim A dozen Decembers behind him no worse for the wear. And your time spent in Tulsa did not help your shooting Just look at the gray in your hair" Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

Well, it's Friday and we're gettin' tore up Goin' down to the river in the back of Fred's truck Remember one time you said it was all right Go get juiced down by the riverbed tonight subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter

Though my eyes could see I still was a blind man Though my mind could think I still was a mad man Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter .

Thanksgiving's almost here, and Grant and Parker take stock of the Frogs.  - Thanksgiving football at Sonny Cumbie's House - Week 12 games and storylines  - TCU's PFF grades through 7 games this season.

Is a dream a lie if it don't come true, or is it something worse? Follow Melissa on Twitter: @thecoachmelissa Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

It wasn't a great weekend for TCU. 

The sun doesn't always shine in West Virginia, but the people do. Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newslette r.

The Frogs keep the Saddle after literally running over the Red Raiders. Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

The Raiders and Henry Columbi come to Fort Worth Saturday to try and win back a saddle. Yee Haw.  Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter

It's nice to be important More important to be nice If you're shootin' dice in Waco You'll roll snake eyes every time TCU avoids a second-half collapse and beats Baylor for the fifth time in six years. Grant and Parker talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly.  Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

TCU heads to Waco to face the B*ylor B***s this weekend. What are the key matchups? How can the Frogs end their two-game losing streak? Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter.

Well, then I got to thinkin', man I'm really sinkin' Subscribe to the Purple Theory Newsletter