Cover 3 College Football

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!

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(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 Head Coach Rankings

(47:29) Agreements and Disagreements In Coach Rankings

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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.

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(0:00) Vibes in Norman
(1:00) Coaching
(3:39) John Mateer
(7:27) Offensive Line
(9:40) Wide Receivers
(12:45) Running Backs
(18:00) 2026 Defense
(21:40) Schedule Breakdown
(25:00) Pressure on Venables

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🎙ABOUT THE SHOW
The 'Cover 3 College Football' Podcast is the perfect call for any die-hard fan. Join hosts Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli, Danny Kanell and Bud Elliott as they take you from National Signing Day to the national championship with in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz and previews each weekend with against-the-spread locks. From coaching searches to quarterback battles and everything in between, Cover 3 has it locked down.

Bud Elliott and Andrew Ivins examine the changing recruiting landscape, starting with Georgia and Alabama ahead of their massive SEC showdown. With both programs accustomed to signing elite recruiting classes, which powerhouse is better positioned to keep producing NFL talent?
Then, it's time for STOCK UP! The guys spotlight four rising prospects in the 2028 recruiting class ahead of the updated Top247 rankings: QB Hudson West, WR Josh Parker, RB Jayshawn Mitchell and LB Tahj Gray.
Plus, former USC commit Hayden Lowe is making noise at Long Beach City College and drawing renewed Power Four interest. Finally, the guys look ahead to the Red River Rivalry, where Texas playmaker Jermaine Bishop could be poised for a breakout performance against Oklahoma.
(0:00) Intro
(0:10) Jeremiah Smith
(3:00) Georgia-Bama Recruiting
(20:56) 2028 Rankings Risers
(34:02) New Find: Hayden Lowe
(39:10) What We Are Watching
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The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the biggest games of Week 6! The guys preview a massive top-10 showdown between Georgia and Alabama, the latest edition of the Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma, and a ranked Big Ten battle as UCLA travels to Oregon.
Plus, the crew gives its picks, predictions and keys to each matchup before running through the rest of a loaded Week 6 college football slate.
(0:00) Intro
(1:10) Georgia-Bama
(15:35) UCLA-Oregon
(26:40) Texas-Oklahoma
(38:30) Indiana-Nebraska
(48:50) FSU-Louisville
(51:40) Iowa-Washington
(53:45) Iowa State-BYU
(57:25) USC-Penn State
(1:00:38) Week 6 Rapid Fire
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The Cover 3 crew is back to put a bow on Week 5 and look ahead to a loaded Week 6! The guys react to the latest AP Poll, reveal Bud’s projected College Football Playoff bracket, break down the latest hot-seat situations and name Idaho the FWAA Team of the Week.
Plus, Upon Further Review takes another look at Jeremiah Smith’s ridiculous season, the Group of Six title race and Saturday’s late-night results. Then, it’s an early look at Red River and Oklahoma’s quarterback situation, plus an Alabama-Georgia storyline that could become a major factor down the road.
(0:00) Intro
(1:00) Poll Assassin
(19:00) Projected CFP Bracket
(27:20) FWAA Team of the Week
(32:30) Notre Dame Runs Over UNC
(35:00) Hurricane Talk
(39:40) Group of Six Title Race
(44:30) Jeremiah Smith is Unreal
(51:00) Iowa City Takeaways
(56:00) Arizona State Struggles
(59:00) New Mexico Wagon
(1:01:00) Hot Seat Forecast
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