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ESPN College Football
ESPN College Football is your one-stop podcast feed to catch all of ESPN’s original college football podcast titles, including ESPN College GameDay, Always College Football with Greg McElroy and more! You won’t miss an episode, including expanded coverage of the top events on the college football calendar.
Episodes
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Always College Football: SEC Media Days wishlist
SEC Media days kicks off and Greg McElroy tells you what he wants to hear during a busy week in Dallas. Georgia will be picked to win the SEC but how will…
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Always College Football: Greg McElroy’s Preseason Top 10
Greg McElroy gives his preseason Top 10 and explains why Ohio State is #1, why people are overreacting to Nick Saban’s retirement and why Texas will meet the…
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Always College Football: Greg McElroy’s Preseason Top 25 Poll: Teams 25-11
Greg McElroy begins his two-episode breakdown of his top 25 preseason poll with ranking numbers 25 through 11. The most notable surprises on the list include…
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Always College Football: The Texas interview: Steve Sarkisian & Greg McElroy
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian talks with Greg McElroy about expectations for the Longhorn’s in year 1 in the SEC, a dynamic quarterback room with Quinn…
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Always College Football: The Alabama interview: Kalen DeBoer & Greg McElroy
Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer talks with Greg McElroy about why he decided it was good to replace Nick Saban, the first time he knew Alabama was different…
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Always College Football: Top 10 BEST non-conference games in 2024
Alabama visiting Wisconsin, Georgia and Clemson facing off in Atlanta, Michigan hosting Texas are just a few of the TOP non-conference games of the 2024…
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Always College Football: 1-on-1 with Mike Norvell + games that will shape the CFP
Mike Norvell joins the show and tells McElroy how the team has turned the page on last season, why the Noles culture is in great position, the strength of the…
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Always College Football: 1-on-1 with Mario Cristobal + Miami, Nebraska & Auburn ready to bounce back
Miami head coach Mario Cristobal joins Greg McElroy on the latest addition of Always College Football to talk about the improved Hurricanes roster, recruiting…
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Always College Football: Wheel of fate for Notre Dame, Ohio State, SMU and more
The “Wheel' delivers some doozies like why Dave Arenda better start winning at Baylor and why Ohio State and Notre Dame have the lowest ceiling and the highest…
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Always College Football: Mike Gundy Interview and Conference Championship Droughts That Could Break
Greg is joined by Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy to discuss the state of the Oklahoma State program heading into the 2024 season. Gundy breaks down what…
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Always College Football: Is Vegas right about Alabama, Iowa, Louisville and Utah?
McElroy compares Vegas win totals for teams in the SEC, Big 10, ACC and BIG 12. Will it be Ole Miss, Alabama, Kansas State or Utah to make it over 9.5 wins?…
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Always College Football: Matt Rhule interview + post-spring poll debate
Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule joins McElroy on Always College Football to discuss Dylan Raiola and the Husker quarterback competition, the state of the…
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Always College Football: Is Vegas right about Auburn, Oklahoma, Nebraska & Miami?
How overblown is the spring portal window?! Is it as important as some make it out to be - probably not, McElroy will explain. Plus we compare Vegas win totals…
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Always College Football: Replacing NFL draft picks at Texas, Michigan, Alabama and more
McElroy goes through the top programs that had the most players drafted and tells you who has the biggest shoes to fill. Is it rinse and reload in the SEC for…
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Always College Football: Reggie Bush gets his Heisman back + Colorado, Oregon, Nebraska & more spring intrigue
McElroy discusses Reggie Bush getting his Heisman back and where he ranks among dynamic Heisman winners since 2000. Plus Deion Sanders and Colorado prepare for…
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Always College Football: Manning Dazzles, Notre Dame’s depth on display, USC & Michigan QB competitions + more spring takeaways
Quarterbacks were the talk of spring games this weekend. Arch Manning gave Texas fans a peek into the future. CJ Carr, Steve Angeli and Kenny Minchey all…
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Always College Football: Portal needs for SEC teams + spring previews for Notre Dame, Michigan and more
Everyone needs a defensive tackle (just look at the last 5 national champions) but what are the other positions of need for championship contenders. McElroy…
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Always College Football: Ohio State D, Georgia WR’s, Mertz and Ward dazzle & more spring game takeaways
McElroy goes over the BIG takeaways from spring games this past weekend including Milroe (and Simpson) looking good for Alabama, a dominant Ohio State defense…
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Always College Football: Will an 80-team SUPER League work + spring game reaction for Clemson, Auburn and more
Greg McElroy and Kevin Clark combine for a special crossover podcast with ‘Always College Football’ and ‘This is Football’. In this episode we focus on the…
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Always College Football: Top defenses led by Georgia & Ohio State + UCF’s Gus Malzahn interview
Heading into the spring games the top defenses are Ohio State, Georgia, Alabama, Clemson, Notre Dame, Michigan, Oklahoma State with a close eye on USC and LSU…
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Always College Football: McElroy & Todd Blackledge discuss the BIG 10/SEC and the future of CFB
Todd Blackledge and Greg McElroy get together and go over everything from conference expansion to SEC vs BIG 10 “rivalry” to NIL and the new College Football…
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Always College Football: Colorado, Tennessee, Texas, Florida State and more spring questions + CFP expansion?!
Texas, Florida State, USC, Colorado, Texas A&M, Iowa, Oklahoma and many more kick off spring practice and McElroy gives ONE big question he is hoping gets…
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Always College Football: Marcus Freeman on Notre Dame’s spring + the PERFECT CFB Week 1 schedule
Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman joins the show to preview the spring with Greg and talks expectations for the third year coach. Greg then gives his…
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Always College Football: Alabama, Ohio State & more spring updates + we fix the CFB regular season schedule
Alabama, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Florida and many others have started spring practice this week and McElroy looks at ONE big question for each team they hope…
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Always College Football: Why the SEC and BIG TEN are pushing for a 14 team playoff
The SEC and BIG TEN are leading a charge for a 14 team playoff in 2026 - and we haven’t even had a 12 team playoff yet. McElroy discusses the issues with the…
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Always College Football: Big shoes to fill at USC, LSU, Michigan, Florida State and more
Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye headline a fantastic quarterback draft class, but who will take their place at USC, LSU and UNC respectively next…
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Always College Football: McElroy & Finebaum talk CFP model, new changes coming, the NCAA’s lack of power and more
McElroy and Paul Finebaum get together to discuss the NCAA and what power they have over CFB, the college football 5 +7 playoff model and if Notre Dame really…
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Always College Football: One fair statement about each SEC team right now
The CFP is staying on ESPN for the next six years but why haven’t we finalized the 5 + 7 model - McElroy will explain. Plus one fair statement for each SEC…
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Always College Football: We draft 3 new conferences: Where do Alabama, Texas & Ohio State fall
On this installment of Always College Football, Greg plays the czar of college football and with the help from Mark and Jack draft three NEW 12 team…
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Always College Football: CFP chances for the ACC, BIG 12 and Notre Dame
Is the ACC between Florida State, Miami and Clemson, if so which of those three has the best chance to make the College Football Playoff in 2024? Plus will…
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The QB Conundrum & Conspiracy Theory Heading Into The 2024 NFL Draft
NFL Analyst Matt Miller joins The Matt Barrie Show to talk through the 2024 NFL Mock Draft, which QBs like Caleb Williams will make a big splash, sleeper picks…
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SEC & BIG 10 partner to take control of CFB
The SEC and BIG 10 announced a joint partnership to address issues within College Football and McElroy is here to help explain it all. Will either conference…
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Always College Football: January’s biggest winners: The SEC, Michigan, Texas and…
McElroy and Matt Barrie go through the biggest winners from a wild month in College Football. We know Michigan is the biggest winner with the Natty but the…
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Always College Football: Are Oregon and Ohio State locks to make the CFP in ‘24?
Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA will make their way to the BIG 10 - who will be most prepared to make the CFP from that group? Plus Ohio State feels like a…
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The Real Reason(s) Jim Harbaugh Left MichiganThe Real Reason(s) Jim Harbaugh Left Michigan
On The Matt Barrie Show, Matt presents his reasons as to why Jim Harbaugh left the Michigan Wolverines for a job in the NFL with the LA Chargers. Learn more…
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Always College Football: Harbaugh to the NFL. What’s his CFB legacy and what’s next for Michigan?
Jim Harbaugh is going back to the NFL this time with the Los Angeles Chargers. McElroy looks at Harbaugh’s legacy in college football, what's next for…
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Always College Football: Who from the SEC is in the best position to make the 12-team CFP
52 weeks from NOW the National Champion will be crowned in Atlanta. McElroy takes an early look at 8 SEC teams and what chances each of them have in making the…
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Always College Football: Alabama’s patience, Washington’s transition and more coaching questions
12 programs have new head coaches and we ask the 1 BIG question for each coach and program. Will the fans (and media) have patience for Kalen DeBoer at…
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The Nick Saban Retirement Aftershock Continues
On the latest edition of The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to talk big picture about the College Football season and Nick Saban’s retirement and the…
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Always College Football: Ohio State loading up, Michigan’s future, Washington's present
Will Jim Harbaugh jump to the NFL and is J.J.McCarthy declaring for the NFL draft a sign? Ohio State is loading up in ‘24 and Jedd Fisch heads to Washington…
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Always College Football: Kalen DeBoer named Alabama head coach
Greg McElroy gives his instant analysis and reaction to Kalen DeBoer being named the Alabama Head Coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Always College Football: Bryce Young and McElroy share stories about playing for Saban at Alabama
Heisman trophy winner Bryce Young joins Greg McElroy to share a few stories about what it is like to play quarterback at Alabama under the legend. How was that…
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Always College Football: Jim Harbaugh, Michigan get it done - National Champions
For the first time since 1997 Michigan is the National Champion and Greg McElroy is here to give his instant reaction. The defense was stout, flustring Michael…
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Always College Football: Will it be Washington's defense or Michigan's offense that is the difference in the game
Dan Mullen has called plays in National Title games and he gives his insight on what to expect from both Michigan and Washington's offenses and how they…
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Always College Football: Will Harbaugh & Michigan get it done or is Washington primed for a Natty
Michigan and Washington have made it to Houston. Greg McElroy is joined by Matt Barrie and “Stanford” Steve to cover everything from the differences between…
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Always College Football: Washington vs Michigan for the National Championship preview
Washington and Michigan are both looking for their 1st titles since the 90’s. Both bring in perfect 14-0 records but that’s where the similarities stop…
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A Huge Missed Opportunity For Texas?
On The Matt Barrie Show, Sam Acho joins Matt to talk through the Sugar Bowl, where Washington prevailed over Texas to face Michigan in the College Football…
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Alabama Were Overvalued & Michigan’s Resentment
On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins Matt to talk about the College Football Playoff semifinals, in particular the Rose Bowl where Alabama fell to…
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Always College Football: Michigan takes down Alabama & Washington holds off Texas
Michigan wins their first first ever CFP game by stuffing Alabama in overtime and winning the biggest game for the Wolverines this century. Washington held off…
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Always College Football: Alabama/Michigan & Washington/Texas previews
Can Michigan run on Alabama or will the Crimson Tide hit the deep shots on Michigan and make it a shoot out? Will Texas and Washington be a high scoring game…
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Always College Football: CFP previews and Florida State reaction with Josh Pate
Josh Pate joins Greg McElroy to discuss the impact of Florida State suing the ACC and what impact it will have on the conference and all of CFB moving forward…
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Always College Football: Steve Sarkisian previews the Texas/Washington CFP game
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian joins McElroy and talks about how proud he is of his team, what it means to play in the CFP, the crazy schedule he has to keep…
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Always College Football: Will Washington win it all? Plus is Chip Kelly on to something & Ole Miss is the PORTAL king
Brock Huard joins McElroy to break down everything ahead of the Washington Huskies CFP game against Texas. Can Penix and Odunze find success? Will the Huskies…
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Do Not Toy With A Scholarship … Everyone Wants It Yesterday
On The Matt Barrie Show, Tom Luginbill joins to talk about the latest from around college football’s recruiting news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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FSU Fans Still Upset & SEC Schedule Nuances
On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to talk about all the latest from the SEC Schedule Release, Bowl games and of course the College Football Playoff…
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Always College Football: 2024 SEC Schedule Reaction: what to make of schedules for Georgia, Texas, Florida, Alabama & more
Greg is joined by Cole Cubelic to react to the entire 2024 SEC schedule release. McElroy and Cubelic discuss Florida and Georgia’s brutal schedules, when the…
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Always College Football: How Michigan got to #1 + Top 10 Bowl games
Michigan, led by J.J. McCarthy and a vicious defense, are the #1 team in America heading into the CFP. McElroy takes a look back and tells you why they have…
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Alabama IN & FSU Out Of College Football Playoff!
On The Matt Barrie Show, Paul Finebaum joins to recap the College Football Playoff top four reveal, which features Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama…
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Always College Football: Who will get left out: Alabama, Florida State or Texas?
Alabama upsets Georgia, Texas dominates Oklahoma State and Florida State holds on to beat Louisville. All three teams have a claim for a CFP berth but not all…
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Always College Football: Alabama/Georgia, Oregon/Washington and more championship game previews
Championship weekend is here and McElroy gives you the most in depth breakdowns you will find. Can Alabama pull off the upset over Georgia and (maybe) knock…