Saturday vs Sunday

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we dive headfirst into one of the most shocking moves of the NFL offseason: Micah Parsons is no longer a Dallas Cowboy. Jerry Jones has officially pulled the trigger, sending the league’s most versatile defensive star to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for draft capital and interior help. Parsons now becomes the highest-paid non-quarterback in league histor...

The wait is finally over—real college football is back! In this first half of our Week One Preview, we break down the Thursday and Friday slate, where several under-the-radar matchups could have big consequences later in the season. We kick things off with Boise State at South Florida, where the return of quarterback Byron Brown could turn a ranked Broncos team’s opener into a trap game in the Tam...

Week 0 of the college football season is in the books, and we’ve got plenty to react to. On this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we break down Kansas’ statement win and UNLV’s nail-biting escape. Kansas fans couldn’t have asked for much more. Jalon Daniels looked like a veteran leader, going 18 for 20 with three touchdowns and no interceptions. The Jayhawks rolled up nearly 450 yards of balanced of...

Football is back, and Week Zero didn’t disappoint. In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we break down the Iowa State vs Kansas State clash that kicked off the college season in Dublin. Rocco Becht once again proved why he’s one of the most reliable closers in the Big 12, guiding the Cyclones to a gritty win despite a sloppy first half marred by rain, turnovers, and dropped passes. We dive into t...

The NFL preseason always sparks one of the most divisive questions in football: should star players take the field, or should they sit and wait for the real games? In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we dive into the debate using Joe Burrow and Josh Allen as perfect case studies. On one side, Burrow has made it clear that early-season rust has cost the Bengals before, and he’s eager to set a to...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we dive into the state of football in the Maryland/DC region—where expectations are sky high for the pros and a bit chaotic at the college level. We start with the Ravens, a team that might have the most talented roster in the NFL. But playoff demons still haunt them. Is this Lamar Jackson’s last real shot? Can they finally stop finding bizarre ways to lose i...

This week on Saturday vs Sunday, we’re talking about a trend we can’t ignore — NFL teams clinging to aging quarterbacks like they’re a time machine. Joe Flacco is back as the Browns’ starter. Russell Wilson somehow landed another starting gig with the Giants. And Aaron Rodgers will be under center in Pittsburgh. All three of these guys have rings… but that was a long time ago. We get into why thes...

This week on Saturday vs Sunday, we dive into why Week Zero in college football feels like a gift from the football gods — especially after slogging through another brutal NFL preseason weekend. We admit it: earlier in the summer we convinced ourselves we were excited to watch preseason, to get a look at draft picks and see some depth chart battles. But after sitting through Lions vs. Dolphins and...

This week on Saturday vs Sunday, we’re diving into the state of football in Michigan — and between the Wolverines, Spartans, and Lions, there’s no shortage of storylines. We start with the Wolverines, who come into the season with an 8.5 win total. Their defense is elite, but the big question is quarterback play. All eyes are on highly touted freshman Underwood, who chose Michigan over LSU and com...

This week on Saturday vs Sunday, we’re digging into the State of Affairs in Colorado football, and there’s a lot to unpack on both the college and pro side. We kick things off with the Colorado Buffaloes, where the biggest storyline isn’t just about football — it’s about resilience. Coach Prime is back on the sidelines after overcoming bladder cancer, and we can’t help but respect what that takes....

In this week’s Saturday vs Sunday “State of Affairs” series, we turn our attention to the Empire State — home to one legitimate Super Bowl contender and a handful of potential spoilers. Let’s be honest: in 2025, New York football is a one-horse race for the Lombardi Trophy, and that horse is the Buffalo Bills. We start with Buffalo, because they’re the only team in the state with a real shot at wi...

In this State of Affairs episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover turn their attention to two football-rich regions tied together by one city: Kansas and Missouri. From the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs to the Big 12’s Kansas Jayhawks and Kansas State Wildcats, and on to the SEC’s Missouri Tigers, the guys break down the storylines, expectations, and roster shake-ups that will shape t...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover take a deep dive into the football landscape of the Peach State in their latest “State of Affairs” installment. Georgia might not have the sheer number of big programs as Texas or Florida, but with the Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, it’s home to some of the sport’s most compelling storylines hea...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover dive deep into the State of Affairs: Pennsylvania — a state that might just be the epicenter of American football in 2025. With the Eagles among the top Super Bowl favorites and Penn State boasting one of the most experienced and talent-rich rosters in college football, the guys explore what it would mean for Pennsylvania to pull o...

In this week’s “State of Affairs” episode, John Barban and Jeff Dover dive deep into the gridiron battleground that is California. From the NFL elite to the unpredictable college scene, the Golden State is packed with drama, roster shake-ups, and sky-high expectations heading into the 2025 football season. We start with the USC Trojans and the curious case of Jaden Maiava. Is he the weakest QB Lin...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover dive deep into the State of Affairs: Texas — a no-holds-barred look at the football programs and franchises across the Lone Star State. From Jerry World to Lubbock, Austin to College Station, and even into the Atlantic Coast Conference (yep, somehow that includes SMU), Texas football is bursting with storylines heading into the 202...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, host John Barban dives into the growing tension around the Dallas Cowboys and whether superstar linebacker Micah Parsons should be the next to receive a massive payday. Following recent comments from owner Jerry Jones, the conversation shifts from on-field performance to boardroom strategy—revealing just how complicated it is to invest in elite but injury-pro...

In this first installment of the “State of Affairs” series, Saturday vs Sunday hosts John Barban and Geoff Dover take on one of the most talent-rich — yet maddeningly inconsistent — regions in all of football: the state of Florida. From Tallahassee to Tampa and everywhere in between, the guys break down college and NFL football across the Sunshine State, focusing on quarterback volatility, coachin...

Welcome to another installment of the Saturday vs Sunday podcast — today we break down the full football landscape of one of the most fascinating states in the sport: Ohio. In this State of Affairs episode, John Barban and Geoff Dover tackle the wild spectrum of college and pro football teams in Ohio. From powerhouse contenders to chaotic rebuilds, Ohio might have the most entertaining — and volat...

In this emergency episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban dives into breaking news that has once again put the Cleveland Browns in the national spotlight — and not for reasons fans would hope. Rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has been arrested in Broward County, Florida, on potential charges of domestic battery. While the details are still emerging and due process is yet to unfold, the earl...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, Jon Barban and Geoff Dover break down the NFL coaching landscape heading into the 2025 season, asking one major question: is this the year we see a first-time Super Bowl-winning head coach? With Dan Campbell (Lions) and Sean McDermott (Bills) front and center, the discussion explores which current coaches have the best chance to win it all—despite never havin...

“The NFL’s Secret Weapon: Undrafted Free Agents Who Could Shine in 2024” In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover dive deep into the under-the-radar world of undrafted NFL talent. While all eyes are on the draft each spring, the truth is that more players join NFL rosters as UDFAs than as actual draft picks. From Hall of Famers like Kurt Warner and Antonio Gates to modern...

Is Notre Dame’s 2025 football schedule a legitimate playoff gauntlet — or just another soft road padded by reputation? In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover dive deep into the latest online debate that’s got fans fired up: Notre Dame’s strength of schedule. The Irish kick off with Miami on the road — a game that could define their season… or mean absolutely nothing if...

Saturday vs Sunday dives deep into the most explosive legal story in college football—Wisconsin suing Miami over the alleged tampering of cornerback Xavier Lucas, and what could become a precedent-setting NIL case. Co-hosts John Barban and Geoff Dover break down the complex, messy, and groundbreaking story from every angle: the legal claim of tortious interference, the blurred lines between NIL ag...

In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, John Barban and Geoff Dover dive deep into one of college football’s most intriguing questions: Who will be the next head coach to win their first national championship? With the retirement of coaching legends like Nick Saban and Jim Harbaugh, the door is wide open for a new face to rise to the top—and two names keep bubbling to the surface: Steve Sarkisian o...