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ESPN College GameDay

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ESPN, Rece Davis, Pete Thamel

Join ESPN College GameDay host Rece Davis and Senior Writer Pete Thamel, as well as many of GameDay’s key analysts and contributors, as they discuss and debate the biggest stories and break down the biggest games in college football, while also leaning into the key basketball moments and storylines as well. With episodes Mondays/Wednesday/Fridays in the fall, and a year-round weekly presence this is the place to be for the college sports fan.

#236

Who will SURVIVE the First Round of the College Football Playoff?

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network discuss the teams that have it the worst in the first round of the College Football Playoff, whether Indiana can continue their historic win streak, SMU going into a Penn State home game, Clemson's uneven matchup against Texas, Ohio State's redemption game and so much more! 0:00 - How will teams handle frigid first round playoff games? 4:02 - Notre Dame has an opportunity to beat Indiana and make a run to the title 12:35 - SMU beware of a Penn State home "white out" game 20:06 - Does Clemson stand a chance against a mighty Texas team? 26:35 - Ohio State finally gets a home night game, takes on Tennessee 39:22 - Best in game: 2024 Heisman winner Travis Hunter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Dec 2024

48 MINS

48:08

16 Dec 2024

#235

Can Belichick's NFL Success REALLY Be Replicated in College?

Marty Smith & Ryan McGee of "Marty & McGee" take over the pod! They're joined by Matt Miller, NFL draft analyst, to discuss Bill Belichick potentially going to North Carolina and his glaring college football weakness. They also get into the possibility of college players being coached at the NFL level and Belichick's ability to focus more on the player-coach relationship. 0:00 - College football is morphing into the NFL 2:27 - Belichick to handle rosters & black tie events? 4:06 - Belichick's weakness: Drafting players 9:08 - Belichick to deal with college free agency? 12:25 - College players ready to be coached at NFL level? 16:32 - College players need mentorship 22:25 - UNC to let Stephen Belichick coach in the future? 25:26 - UNC to give total control to Belichick? 32:47 - Early NFL draft look 36:44 - Who will win the Heisman trophy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

47 MINS

47:41

11 Dec 2024

#234

Did Your Favorite Team Get LEFT OUT Of The College Football Playoff?

Pete Thamel, Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, and Heather Dinich, national college football insider, discuss the teams that got screwed out of the College Football Playoff and why they don't have sympathy for them. They also get into Ohio State's gauntlet of a pathway to the title, Clemson's direct pathway to the CFP through the ACC, neutral sites and player injuries preventing teams from making long CFP runs, and the intensified pressure for teams to grow competitively fast! 0:00 - Heather Dinich joins from outside the CFP Selection Committee room 1:43 - Clemson and Arizona State rewarded for title wins 3:56 - CFP discussions to change format begin on January 20 9:58 - Which teams got screwed this year? 14:18 - Indiana and Notre Dame meet in the first round 16:43 - How will Ohio State respond in first round after Michigan loss? 20:08 - Clemson keeps winning ACC, why not stay? 26:32 - Pressure on teams to grow competitively fast 28:35 - Best in game: Georgia backup QB Gunner Stockton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

36 MINS

36:00

09 Dec 2024

#233

CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Brings High Stakes Drama!

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel discuss the Georgia vs. Texas rematch, the Big 12 team that will fall out of the College Football Playoff, the irony SMU is more likely to make the CFP over Alabama, and more! In this episode, they look at all the conference title matchups, give their thoughts on what they think is important to know going into those games, then pick the teams they think will come out on top. 2:47 - Georgia vs Texas rematch! 10:07 - Penn State faces Oregon, the singular undefeated team 13:05 - Iowa State vs Arizona State, loser won't make the playoff 16:02 - ACC title game to determine number of ACC teams in CFP? 20:37 - Could UNLV upset Boise State and nab the 12th playoff bid? 23:41 - Potentially a fun snowy American Athletic title game 26:19 - Is it Ohio's year to take the Mid-American title? 27:24 - High drama in Sun Belt title over Marshall's coach 28:41 - After C-USA title game, will Western Kentucky's coach leave for Purdue? 33:39 - If Penn State loses to Oregon, does their final ranking put them behind Ohio State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

43 MINS

43:41

05 Dec 2024

#232

Will Alabama Make the LAST Playoff Spot? Kalen DeBoer Weighs In!

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel are joined by Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer who says his team can win a national championship. But first, he gives his thoughts on the Week 15 rankings which project Alabama as the last team to secure a playoff bid. Then, he addresses his team's loss to Oklahoma (24-3). After, Rece and Pete talk about Alabama's ranking position ahead of Miami, Ole Miss and South Carolina, if SMU will fall out of the playoff bracket completely and how far Georgia could tumble if they lose the SEC title game to Texas and simultaneously pick up their third loss. 0:00 - Welcome 1:00 - Alabama to stay in last playoff spot? 3:06 - SMU not locked into playoff 4:47 - Effect of Georgia losing SEC title game 6:22 - Kalen DeBoer on being in the playoff 8:03 - Kalen DeBoer on losing to Oklahoma 9:18 - Kalen DeBoer on his players adjusting to the coaching change 11:05 - Kalen DeBoer on the intensity of the SEC 12:44 - Kalen DeBoer on winning the national championship 15:10 - Kalen DeBoer on playing in cold climates 16:02 - Kalen DeBoer on where he'll watch the ACC title game 17:35 - Alabama deserves to be ahead of Miami? 28:08 - Compelling playoff matchups 30:39 - What could be the biggest change in the rankings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Dec 2024

37 MINS

37:58

04 Dec 2024

#231

Is Flag Planting Going Too Far?! Disrespect During Rivalry Weekend

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, discuss flag planting being insulting, why it became a trend this year and what to do about it. They also get into Ohio State's collapse to Michigan, why their $20 million roster couldn't pull in a win and their missing key factor. Then they talk about Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and his sweet revenge, not just on Miami but on Ohio State. Lastly, the guys get into playoff bids and the decision to choose between an SEC three-loss team or Miami. 0:00 - Welcome 1:14 - Ohio State scoreless in second half against Michigan 7:39 - Beating Michigan: What Ohio State is missing 17:10 - Flag planting is insulting, invites conflict 22:18 - Why is flag planting a rivalry week theme this year? 24:12 - Flag planting calls one's character into question 30:11 - Best In Game: Syracuse Quarterback Kyle McCord 34:28 - Miami's questionable strategy against Syracuse 35:47 - Throwback to the final play of the 2013 Iron Bowl (Kick Six lore) 39:09 - College Football Playoff decisions: SEC three-loss team or Miami? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

52 MINS

52:37

02 Dec 2024

#230

Are THREE-LOSS SEC Teams REALLY THAT GOOD?

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel dissect the resumes of three-loss SEC teams and ruminate on Tulane (In the AAC) and if they could make it into the CFP over a Big 12 team with three losses. Next, Pete talks about the days leading up to moment when North Carolina fired coach Mack Brown. He also lays out Brown's possible replacements. Lastly, they look at Week 14 weekend matchups, give their thoughts on what they think is important to know going into those games, then pick the teams they think will come out on top! 0:00 - CFP Week 14 Rankings: Two Big Winners 2:30 - Is the SEC similar to the Big Ten? 7:47 - How should teams be ranked? 12:23 - CFP final bids: Big 12 three-loss champ or AAC two-loss champ 15:11 - Coming up: Preview of a CFP-related crucial game 16:39 - North Carolina fires football coach Mack Brown 26:57 - Rivalry from the Big 12 to SEC: Texas vs Texas A&M 32:16 - ACC teams meet: Georgia Tech vs Georgia 34:22 - High CFP stakes game: South Carolina vs Clemson 38:57 - Will Syracuse upset Miami's ACC title game hopes? 41;01 - Ohio State to beat rival Michigan, who won last three years? 43:58 - Iowa State trying to stay atop Big 12 with Kansas State win 45:15 - Notre Dame vs USC: One team climbing, another falling 49:06 - Ranking the top Thanksgiving dishes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

27 Nov 2024

57 MINS

57:29

27 Nov 2024

#229

Which Teams LOOK Like Playoff Teams? + The SEC Teams That Collapsed

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, discuss Ohio State's high caliber game, Indiana getting caught, and how they each fit into the College Football Playoff picture. Do both teams look like playoff teams? Is Indiana deserving of a CFP spot? They also get into the Alabama - Oklahoma game where a penalty robbed Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams of a top moment this year, which brings into question the usefulness of instant replay. Will the game eventually see robot umps on the field? Lastly, they talk about Ole Miss' chances of getting into the CFP, Big 12 teams battling for a conference title, and the CFP format fix that could remedy a glaring issue. 0:00 - Welcome 1:26 - Do Indiana & Ohio State Look Like Playoff Teams? 8:52 - CFP Spot Wasted If A Team Is Not A Natty Contender? 15:18 - How To Evaluate Nonconference Schedules? 19:06 - Best In Game: Nebraska Takes Win Against Wisconsin 20:02 - Alabama's Lack Of Depth Exposed Against Oklahoma 22:02 - The Egregious Call In The Alabama-Oklahoma Game 30:40 - Ole Miss Blew Opportunities To Beat Florida 38:30 - Big 12 Chaos: Nine Teams Vying For Title Game Bid 44:22 - CFP Fix: No Automatic Bye For Top Conference Champs 47:26 - Dumb Loses More Than Smart Wins: Greg Schiano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Nov 2024

53 MINS

53:51

25 Nov 2024

#228

Who's About To Clinch Their Title Game Spot? + Teams Trying To Stop The Free Fall

Rece Davis and Matt Miller, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst & Insider, look at Week 13 weekend matchups, give their thoughts on what they think is important to know going into those games, then pick the teams they think will come out on top. Tune in to find out the reason Ohio State is shuffling their offensive line around, who Cam Skattebo is, why The Swamp is a dangerous spot for Ole Miss, and the uniforms the guys are looking to forward to seeing on the field! 3:48 - Indiana vs. Ohio State 10:22 - Colorado vs. Kansas 15:00 - Wisconsin vs. Nebraska 20:02 - BYU vs. Arizona State 23:37 - Alabama vs. Oklahoma 28:11 - Alabama QB Jalen Milroe Draft Status 30:43 - Ole Miss vs. Florida 35:29 - Army vs. Notre Dame 40:20 - GameDay Deep Cut: UNLV vs. San José State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Nov 2024

50 MINS

50:26

21 Nov 2024

#227

Should An Undefeated Team BENCH Their Quarterback For Biggest Game In History?

Rece Davis and Joey Galloway, former Ohio State wide receiver, discuss the importance of protecting a quarterback. They get into the heated debate on whether or not it makes sense for Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti to bench Kurtis Rourke this weekend as the Hoosiers take on Ohio State. The guys also take a look at the College Football Playoff Week 13 rankings and give their thoughts on the competitive state of the SEC and which teams could make it to the conference title game. They end the show with some early predictions on which teams could come out on top of the Big 12, ACC, Mountain West and the American conference! 1:51 - Should Indiana sit quarterback Kurtis Rourke for Ohio State game? 9:04 - Bigger game for Indiana: Ohio State or CFP first round? 18:50 - Rankings issue brewing amongst two loss SEC teams 24:04 - Is the SEC having their greatest season ever? 32:08 - The steep impact of taking on a single loss 36:36 - Ohio State adjusts to offensive line injuries 40:45 - Rapid fire: Which team is the best team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

20 Nov 2024

49 MINS

49:54

20 Nov 2024

#226

Which Conference Is TRULY Elite? + Big 12 Scoreboard Whiplash

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, discuss Oregon coach Dan Lanning's bold calls, Kansas disrupting BYU's perfect season, Arizona State's shot at a conference title, the lack of statement wins in Texas' and Indiana's schedules, Tennessee coach Josh Heupel's clever press conference move, and Louisville's botched game against Stanford. 0:00 - Welcome 3:10 - Are SEC Teams A Cut Above Everyone Else? 5:31 - Oregon Won Against A Formidable Wisconsin Team 14:14 - A Big 12 Scoreboard Whiplash 22:14 - Resume Comparison: Texas vs Indiana 31:30 - Does Intent To Schedule Matter? 38:58 - Tennessee Penalty & Subsequent Press Conference 42:22 - Best In Game: Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty 47:45 - Dumb Loses More Than Smart Wins: Louisville Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

55 MINS

55:57

18 Nov 2024

#225

Tennessee OPTIMISTIC Nico Iamaleava Will Play? + Colorado To Be PUSHED AROUND By Utah?!

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Matt Miller, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst & Insider, look at Week 12 weekend matchups, give their thoughts on what they think is important to know going into those games, then pick the teams they think will come out on top. Tune in to find out Pete's update on Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava and if he will be cleared from concussion protocols to play Georgia. Also, tune in to find out about Georgia quarterback Carson Beck's tanking draft stock, why Rece picked Washington this week around, their thoughts on if Texas-Arkansas is really a rivalry, and if Navy will be eliminated from the AAC title game! 0:00 - Tennessee vs. Georgia 11:07 - Michigan State vs. Illinois 12:59 - Kansas vs. BYU 17:29 - Cincinnati vs. Iowa State 20:46 - Utah vs. Colorado 24:45 - Texas vs. Arkansas 30:21 - Friday game preview: UCLA vs. Washington 34:22 - GameDay deep cut preview: Tulane vs. Navy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

46 MINS

46:59

14 Nov 2024

#224

CFP DOESN'T CARE For Georgia's Losses?? + Miami Finally Got Caught

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and EJ Manuel, former Florida State quarterback and first-round NFL draft pick, discuss the values they consider when it comes to ranking teams, Georgia's deep drop in the rankings, Miami's fall to Georgia Tech, and what is going on with Florida State's quarterback, coordinators and head coach Mike Norvell. Timecodes 0:00 - Welcome 7:00 – When Ranking Teams, What Values Do You Consider? 14:00 – CFP Committee Valuing Strength Of Schedule Enough? 22:15 – CFP Question: Is The ACC A One-Bid League? 26:25 – What’s Going On With Florida State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

34 MINS

34:57

13 Nov 2024

#223

LSU's JARRING Home Loss To Alabama + Georgia In Or Out Of The CFP?

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, discuss LSU being unable to contain Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, Georgia's chances of taking on a third loss, Miami finally finding its first loss, Florida State's loss of both of coordinators and the fallout from the Holy War game between Utah and BYU. Utah's athletic director Mark Harlan says the game was "stolen" from them! Timecodes 0:00 - Welcome 3:30 - LSU Jarring Night Game Home Loss To Alabama 19:03 - Best In Game Alabama QB Jalen Milroe 22:17 - Utah AD Says Game Against BYU Was ‘Stolen’ 30:09 - Big 12 Title Game TO Include Colorado? 38:37 - Miami Finally Found A Loss, Fell To Georgia Tech 46:30 - Dumb Loses More Than Smart Wins: Gov Jeff Landry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

54 MINS

54:01

11 Nov 2024

#222

The DESPERATION For Alabama, LSU & Ole Miss To Stay Alive This Weekend + CFP Hopes For South Carolin...

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Stanford Steve, who all appear on the "College GameDay" broadcast show, look at Week 11 weekend matchups, give their thoughts on what they think is important to know going into those games, then pick the teams they think will come out on top. Tune in to find out the non-quarterback difference makers in the Alabama-LSU game, whether Ole Miss can clip Georgia, and if Vanderbilt can continue their competitive streak in the SEC! 1:08 - Alabama vs. LSU 8:34 - Georgia vs. Ole Miss 17:30 - Iowa State vs. Kansas 20:41 - South Carolina vs. Vanderbilt 27:10 - Colorado vs. Texas Tech 31:57 - Friday Game: Iowa vs. UCLA 37:22 - Under The Radar Game: Miami vs. Georgia Tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

52 MINS

52:44

07 Nov 2024

#221

Indiana To Move Ahead Of Penn State?! ACC To Get Two Teams Into The CFP?

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Stanford Steve, who all appear on the “College GameDay” broadcast show, discuss this season's first round of College Football Playoff rankings. More specifically, they get into whether Indiana can overtake Miami and Penn State, if two ACC teams can make it into the bracket, Boise's pathway to a title and more! They also talk about the future of the CFP, the pros and cons of autobids and why there should be trust in a CFP committee. They end the show with a glimpse of this weekend's CFP elimination games - Alabama vs. LSU and Georgia vs. Ole Miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Nov 2024

56 MINS

56:53