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Crain & Cone
Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans. On the On3 Network. For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com
Episodes
Crain & ConeWhat the House v. NCAA Settlement Means for College Sports w/ Outkick’s Trey Wallace
Outkick's Trey Wallace joins the show to explain everything you need to know about the new House v. NCAA settlement. Ep.784 - - - Today's Sponsors: Shopify -…
Crain & ConeNot All Celebrities Hate America
We were lucky enough to be part of the Folds of Honor Rock N' Jock celebrity softball game, where we got to catch up with some proid American celebrities…
Crain & ConeEA Sports College Football 26 Sneak Peek w/ Bordeaux
YouTube content creator Bordeaux joins the show to break down his tips, tricks and early look at EA Sports College Football 26. Ep.783 - - - Today's Sponsor…
Crain & ConeGeorgia Football 2025 Season Preview w/ On3’s Rusty Mansell
On3 and co-owner of DawsHQ joins the show for an early look preview into Georgia's 2025 season. Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Ep.782 - - - Today's…
Crain & ConeMiami vs. Notre Dame Early Look and Preview w/ Irish Breakdown Bryan Driskell
Notre Dame insider Bryan Driskell joins the show to take an early preview and prediction for the Miami vs Notre Dame matchup: The Catholics vs. The Convicts…
Crain & ConeCollege Baseball Super Regional Breakdown and Preview
The College Baseball Super Regionals bracket is set. We break down each matchup and give you a full preview and prediction for the road to Omaha. Ep.780 - - -…
Crain & ConeCollege Baseball Regionals CRAZIEST Reactions
We react to the craziest moments from College Baseball's Regionals, including a coach losing his mind on another team's staff; we react to a bizarre play from…
Crain & ConeMost Critical College Football Games in 2025
We go through our top 10 2025 college football non-conference matchups. Let us know if you disagree in the comments. Ep.777 - - - Today's Sponsors: Mayflower…
Crain & ConeAlabama vs. FSU Early Look and Preview
We take an early look at the FSU vs. Alabama matchup, giving you our insights into one of the more anticipated games of Week 1. Ep.776 - - - Today's Sponsor…
Crain & ConeWhy The SEC NEEDS The New 5+11 CFP Model?
We break down the new 5+11 College Football Playoff Model, including what some of the prominent SEC coaches have to say about it. Ep.775 - - - Today's Sponsor…
Crain & ConeCollege Baseball Bracket Breakdown With Kendall Rodgers
D1Baseball co-owner Kendall Rogers joins the show to break down the 2025 college baseball bracket. Ep.774 - - - Today's Sponsor: Shopify - Sign up for your…
Crain & ConeClemson vs. LSU Early Look & Preview
Clemson and LSU will face off Week 1 this college football season. We break down one of the best Week 1 matchups, giving our early takes and preview. Ep.774 -…
Crain & ConeNew 2025 College Football Playoff Seeding Model EXPLAINED
The College Football Playoff has a new seeding rule for 2025. We break down everything you need to know. Ep.773 - - - Today's Sponsor: Good Ranchers - Visit…
Crain & ConeFOX Sports Analyst Tim Brando: Why Texas A&M Can’t Win At All
FOX Sports analyst Tim Brando joins the show to discuss everything college football during this offseason, including his thoughts on whether Texas A&M is…
Crain & ConeTop 10 College Football Coaches in 2025
We each made a list of our top 10 college football head coaches; and some of our picks may surprise you. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Ep.771 - -…
Crain & ConeOhio State vs. Texas Early Look & Preview
We take an early look and preview of the Texas vs. Ohio State game in Week 1 for the 2025 season. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Ep.770 - - -…
Crain & ConeAuburn Fans NOT HAPPY with Hugh Freeze Comment
Hugh Freeze had some interesting comments for Auburn's expectations for the 2025 season; and we react to some of the best sports moments from the weekend…
Crain & ConeTop 5 Inspirational Speeches In Sports Movies
Some of the greatest sports speeches come from movies. We break down some of the greatest speeches and rank our top 5. Let us know your thoughts in the…
Crain & ConeTest Your College Football Knowledge | Do You Know These Stats?
We tested our knowledge with crazy college football stats trivia, where the loser has to face his punishment on camera. Let us know how you did in the…
Crain & ConePost-Spring SEC Power Rankings w/ JD PicKell
JD PicKell from On3 joins the show to discuss our post-spring SEC Power Rankings. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Ep.766 - - - Today's Sponsor: Good…
Crain & ConeWhy LSU is Poised To Win the SEC w/ Matt Moscona
LSU insider Matt Moscona joins the show to discuss everything you need to know about LSU's upcoming football season, and breaks down the Saints quarterback…
Crain & ConePresident Trump Picks Saban to Fix College Football
President Trump tasks Nick Saban with overseeing a commission to address NIL; the SEC and the Big Ten conferences move forward with plans for a 16-team college…
Crain & ConeWe Drafted the Best Returning CFB Players for 2025
We did a fantasy football college football draft and chose the top returning players and coaches. Let us know who you think picked the best team in the…
Crain & ConeHEATED Debate: What College Is The Real Wide Receiver U?
We get into a heated discussion on what college football team is the REAL "Wide Receiver U." Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Ep.762 - - - Today's…
Crain & ConeCFB Analyst Cole Cubelic Previews Auburn & The SEC | 2025
College Football analyst Cole Cubelic joins the show to discuss Auburn football, the future of the SEC and how to fix the College Football Playoff. Ep.761 - -…
Crain & ConeInsider Steve Deace GOES OFF on Michigan for Suspending Sherrone Moore
Steve Deace joins the show to break down all the details regarding Michigan's self-imposed punishment in suspending head coach Sherrone Moore. Ep.760 - - -…
Crain & ConeDanny Kanell | Why I Hate The SEC
Former Florida State QB Danny Kanell joins to preview the Seminoles in 2025, discuss Michigan suspending head coach Sherrone Moore, and why he hates the SEC…
Crain & ConeTop 10 Richest NIL Collectives
We go through the top 10 NIL collectives—some may surprise you; we react to Nick Saban introducing President Trump; and a fan had a scary fall at a Pirates’…
Crain & ConePost-Spring Football Rankings with Andy Staples
Andy Staples from On3 joins to discuss his current Top 25 College Football Rankings, and we look ahead to discuss who has the best chance to win the National…
Crain & ConeTop 10 College QB Ranking For 2025
We go through our list of top 10 returning college quarterbacks; we weigh in on the 100 men vs. one gorilla debate; and we react to an unfortunate fan…
Crain & ConeTim Brando: Texas Will Be Better with Arch Manning than Quinn Ewers
Tim Brando joins to discuss college football, the NFL Draft and what to expect next season. Ep.755 - - - Today's Sponsor: Shopify - Sign up for your…
Crain & ConeCraziest NFL Draft Reactions I Why Shedeur Sanders Fell
We break down and react to the craziest moments from the 2025 NFL Draft; and Bill Belichick and his girlfriend have an awkward moment during an interview…
Crain & ConeNFL Draft Winners & Losers | Sanders Falls in 2025
We break down the 2025 NFL Draft First Round winners and losers, from the best picks to the worst picks. Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Ep.753 - -…
Crain & Cone2025 NFL Mock Draft | Top 10 Picks
We go through our first 10 NFL Draft pick predictions. Let us know your thoughts in the comments Ep.752 - - - Today's Sponsor: Raycon - Get 20% off sitewide at…
Crain & ConeShannon Sharpe BOMBSHELL Lawsuit EXPLAINED
Shannon Sharpe is being sued for $50 million from an alleged sex scandal with an OnlyFans woman; Nico Iamaleava's brother is facing possible consequences for…
Crain & ConeTom Luginbill "Why Joey Aguilar outplayed Nico"
ESPN analyst Tom Luginbill joins to discuss NIL, quarterback battles and the NFL Draft. Ep.750 - - - Today's Sponsor: Good Ranchers - Visit…
Crain & Cone2025 NFL Draft Preview & Comparisons
We break down the top picks from the 2025 NFL Draft and compare this year’s top prospects against each other to see who stands out. Plus, we get into the…
Crain & ConePete Nakos Details Tennessee QB Drama
On3 reporter Pete Nakos joins the show to discuss the Tennessee quarterback drama; Mike Leach had an interesting play call that included little people; and…
Crain & ConeNIL Expert Jim Cavale: "Here's How We Fix This"
NIL expert and founder of Athletes.org Jim Cavale joins the show to discuss the emerging NIL issues in College Football, where the sport is headed, and how to…
Crain & ConeDeion Sanders Will Retire Son's Jersey Number
We discuss the controversy over Deion Sanders retiring Shedeur and Travis Hunter's jersey numbers; Alabama seems to have picked their starting quarterback; and…
Crain & ConeWill Travis Hunter Play Both Ways in the NFL? I Film Breakdown and Debate
As the NFL Draft approaches, we break down one of the biggest debates leading into it: should Travis Hunter be a wide receiver or a cornerback? Let us know…
Crain & Cone2025 Hottest Quarterback Battles
We give you all the details on college football’s hottest quarterback battles for 2025. Ep.743 - - - Today's Sponsor: Fitbod - Get 25% off your subscription or…
Crain & ConeTim Brando's Message to Alabama Football Fans
Tim Brando joins to discuss Alabama football's future, recap the Final Four, and discuss his predictions for The Masters. Ep.742 - - - Today's Sponsor: Good…
Crain & ConeEARLY 2025/26 College Football Playoff Dark Horses
College football will be back before you know it, so we went ahead and put together our early 2025/26 College Football Playoff dark horses. Let us know your…
Crain & ConeMasters 2025 Preview & Predictions
The 2025 Masters begins tomorrow — we have a full breakdown; Ohio State quarterback Will Howard calls Tennessee "clowns"; and Caitlin Clark discusses her…
Crain & ConeGreatest Masters Moments Ever
From Tiger Woods to Jack Nicklaus to Arnold Palmer: these are the greatest Masters moments of all time. Ep.739 - - - Today's Sponsor: Shopify - Sign up for…
Crain & ConeFlorida Beats Houston | 2025 National Championship Instant Reaction
Florida defeats Houston to become National Champions! Join us for our live instant reaction to the 2025 Men's Basketball National Championship. Learn more…
Crain & ConeFlorida vs. Houston: NCAA Championship Preview
Florida and Houston square off in the NCAA men's basketball championship after Duke's epic collapse in the Final Four; Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL…
Crain & ConeFlorida vs. Auburn Instant Reaction | Final Four
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Crain & ConeUSA Fencing Supports Men Fighting Women
They’re letting dudes fence women now — and one woman took a stand. In this episode, we break down the controversy, USA Fencing’s response, and the bigger…
Crain & ConeFinal Four Predictions: Florida vs. Auburn // Duke vs. Houston
Final Four predictions and bets; the NCAA denies Deion Sanders and Fran Brown's attempts to hold a spring game scrimmage; Chris Beard tells Ole Miss he will…
Crain & ConeFinal Four Breakdown with John Fanta
College basketball expert John Fanta joins the show for an in-depth analysis of the highly anticipated Final Four matchups! Get the inside scoop as he breaks…
Crain & ConeAuburn Coach Bruce Pearl Previews the Final Four
Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl joins us to preview the Final Four; we rank the top 5 men's college basketball programs; and Ole Miss head coach Chris Beard…
Crain & ConeConnor Stalions Tells All
Connor Stalions joins the show for a deep dive into his story: everything from how he mastered the art of sign stealing and his NETFLIX documentary, to the…
Crain & ConeFinal Four Preview: Auburn vs. Florida // Duke vs. Houston
The Final Four is set; we preview Auburn vs. Florida, as well as Duke vs. Houston; Deion Sanders signs a new deal with Colorado; and the Yankees debut new…
Crain & ConeWWE Legend Kane DARES Tim Walz to Step in the Ring: Will He Fight?
After Tim Walz claimed he could beat most Trump supporters, Mayor Glenn Jacobs (a.k.a Kane) challenged him to a charity WWE event. Kane joins us to explain…
Crain & ConeSweet 16 Matchup Rankings
We rank the most exciting Sweet 16 matchups; Sean Miller leaves Xavier for Texas; and Russell Wilson signs a one-year deal with the Giants. Ep.729 - - -…
Crain & ConeTop Sweet 16 Matchup Breakdowns
We break down some of the biggest Sweet 16 Matchups, including Auburn vs. Michigan, Alabama vs. BYU, and Tennessee vs. Kentucky. Ep.728 - - - Today's Sponsors…
Crain & ConeThe Sweet 16 is Set: Full Preview + Weekend Recap
Auburn is set to take on Michigan in the Sweet 16; Maryland advances thanks to a Derik Queen buzzer-beater; and Florida survives UConn. Ep.727 - - - Today's…
Crain & ConeMarch Madness Round 1 LIVESTREAM
Missouri and Clemson get bounced from the NCAA tournament early; Arkansas upsets Kansas; and Gonzaga dominates Georgia. Ep.725 - - - Today's Sponsors: Raycon -…