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The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football
30 episodes
2026 Preseason AP Top 25 Reaction + Notre Dame & G6 Season Previews
Aug 18, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
The road to the 2026 College Football Playoff starts right here. Today, Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo are breaking down every angle of the newly released 2026 AP Preseason Top 25 Poll. Big Ten heavyweights Ohio State and Oregon headline the poll at No. 1 and No. 2. But does this mean the Buckeyes or Ducks can actually make the National Championship game? We deep dive into whether Marcus Freeman's Notre Dame Fighting Irish truly belong at No. 4, or if they are sitting in a preseason trap. Then,…
ACC Preview: Can Cristobal Deliver, Is Dabo Ready to Evolve & Belichick’s Make-Or-Break Year
Aug 13, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Can Mario Cristobal finally deliver a championship season in Miami? Is Dabo Swinney ready to evolve and get Clemson out of their recent slump? And can Bill Belichick salvage his high-stakes experiment at North Carolina after a disastrous 4-8 year? Welcome back to The Audible! In this episode, Stew, Bruce, and Ralph break down everything you need to know about the ACC ahead of the 2026 season. The guess dive deep into the ultimate 17-team ACC preview, sorting the true College Football…
The Freaks List: Why Nyck Harbor beat Jeremiah Smith | Bonus Episode
Aug 12, 2026 · 18 min
South Carolina's Nyck Harbor has officially reclaimed the No. 1 spot on Bruce Feldman's 2026 College Football Freaks List, beating out Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith! Check out the full breakdown on The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7501158/2026/08/10/college-football-freaks-list-south-carolina-nyck-harbor-2026/ In this exclusive bonus clip, we dive into the craziest athletes in college football. While Jeremiah Smith is putting up historic numbers and turning heads, Nyck Harbor's…
Big 12 Preview: Deion’s Rebound Season, McGuire’s Prove-It Year & Dillingham’s Blueprint
Aug 11, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
The Big 12 is potentially the most wide-open and chaotic conference in college football, and we are breaking down every single contender, dark horse, and spoiler. Stew, Bruce, and Ralph look at Colorado's overhauled roster to see if Deion Sanders has the lines of scrimmage fixed enough to spark a massive rebound season after last year's frustrating 3-9 collapse. Then, they head to Lubbock to debate if Joey McGuire is finally ready to push Texas Tech to the very top of college football. Plus, the…
SEC Preview: Why Alabama’s Ceiling Changed & Texas Has No Excuses
Aug 6, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
The SEC is officially wide open, and we are breaking down every single team in the conference to find out who has what it takes to make a run at the National Championship! From Lane Kiffin taking over a $45 million roster at LSU to Arch Manning's explosive new weapons at Texas, year one of Jon Sumrall at Florida, and Kalen DeBoer's fascinating quarterback battle at Alabama—we cover it all. We dive into the big-name transfer portal additions, the major coaching staff overhauls, playoff contenders…
USC-Notre Dame Series Return, College Sports Bill Hits Senate Floor & Michael Lombardi Updates
Aug 4, 2026 · 44 min
On today's program, Bruce, Stew, and Ralph dive deep into a massive week for college football, spanning from historic rivalry renewals to major legal decisions shaping the future of the sport. First, Bruce shares his inner-circle experiences from the FOX Sports Football retreat, including a fascinating breakfast breakdown with Chris Petersen and Gerry DiNardo about 1970s play-signaling restrictions. Plus, we dive into two crucial new rule changes explained by Mike Pereira and a quick recap of go…
Big Ten Media Days: Are Oregon, Ohio State, and Indiana the Class of the Conference?
Jul 30, 2026 · 45 min
Bruce Feldman and Stewart Mandel are live in Chicago for Big Ten Media Days! On today's program, the guys break down their biggest takeaways from the podium and ask a massive question: Are Oregon, Ohio State, and Indiana the undisputed new "Big Three" and the class of the conference? Plus, Stew shares details from his exclusive sit-down interview with the Big Ten Commissioner, and the guys look ahead to crucial Thursday storylines for Lincoln Riley and Penn State. Later, the crew reacts to the h…
What Lincoln Riley Must Prove + Big Ten Media Day Expectations
Jul 28, 2026 · 45 min
In today’s episode, The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo break down a chaotic week in college football, starting with breaking news out of Chapel Hill, a massive Big Ten Media Day preview, and the sport’s latest labor shifts. First, the guys dive into North Carolina placing general manager Michael Lombardi on paid administrative leave. What does this mean for the Tar Heels' 2026 season, the program's structural future, and the long-term relationship between UNC and Bill Belichick?…
Should Georgia’s Kirby Smart worry about Florida with Jon Sumrall
Jul 23, 2026 · 57 min
In this episode, Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo dive deep into the latest college football headlines, rank the nation's quarterbacks, and answer your burning questions in the mailbag. First, we react to Florida head coach Jon Sumrall embracing the grueling 9-game SEC schedule and his thoughts on the rivalry with Georgia. Then, things get spicy in Lexington as Kentucky offensive coordinator Will Stein drops a bold, Curt Cignetti-style claim about why the Wildcats will win. Next, w…
Will The SEC Actually Leave The NCAA?
Jul 21, 2026 · 46 min
Would the SEC do the unthinkable and leave college football? Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo discuss SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s press conference. The Southeastern Conference head spoke today at the annual media day. The Audible team reacts to his latest comments. Plus, it’s the end of an era for the Michigan Wolverines. Athletic Director Warde Manuel will be stepping down at the end of the calendar year. His tenure is marked by controversy and championships. The guys ask Michi…
Was Brian Kelly's Notre Dame exit mischaracterized?
Jul 16, 2026 · 1 hr
Brian Kelly is back in the college football conversation, and Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman break down his recent revealing interview. Kelly addressed his Notre Dame exit, his relationship with Notre Dame fans, and whether his coaching future could eventually lead him back to the ACC or another major college football job. The Michigan investigation remains one of the biggest stories in college athletics, and Bruce shares the latest reporting after new details emerged surrounding the Wolverine…
Is Arch Manning the real deal — or are we overhyping the name?
Jul 14, 2026 · 59 min
It's time for the biggest storylines entering the 2026 season. Can Curt Cignetti keep Indiana among the College Football Playoff contenders? How will the SEC's new nine-game conference schedule impact the playoff race? Will Lane Kiffin deliver immediately at LSU? Is Arch Manning ready to lead Texas into national championship contention? Stewart Mandel, Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo debate the programs, coaches and quarterbacks that will define the 2026 college football season. The Michigan inves…
Can Deion Sanders build Colorado into a sustainable program?
Jul 9, 2026 · 58 min
Welcome to The Audible presented by Trader Joe’s! In this action-packed episode, Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo break down the biggest storylines in the college football world. We kick things off with a wild recap of Big 12 Media Day, highlighting Deion Sanders’ incredibly unusual and tense media session that has everyone talking. From there, we dive straight into the unfolding Brendan Sorsby saga. We break down David Ubben’s latest article and analyze the explosive accusat…
How competitive is the Big 12 five years after losing Texas and Oklahoma?
Jul 7, 2026 · 56 min
In this packed episode, Bruce and Ralph sit down with The Athletic’s David Ubben to unpack his mind-blowing feature story on Ron Weaver (aka Ron McKelvey). In 1995, a 30-year-old former community college coach stole a social security number, completely recreated his identity, and lined up as a defensive back for the Texas Longhorns—nearly getting away with it all until a sudden unraveling 12 hours before the Sugar Bowl. We dive into the psychology, the close calls, and how a grown man managed to…
Realignment Day! Examining the new-look Pac12 and Mountain West conferences
Jul 2, 2026 · 59 min
It’s conference realignment day on The Audible. Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo are back to break down a massive day of shifts and hiring across the college football landscape! First up, it’s officially Conference Realignment Day! The guys dive into the brand-new look of the Mountain West and welcome the Pac-12 back to the table. What do these changes mean for the future of the sport? Then, a major administrative shift in Madison: Wisconsin has officially hired Shawn Eichorst as their next Athlet…
Why Brendan Sorsby's Comeback Fell Apart
Jun 30, 2026 · 50 min
Texas Tech's wild offseason isn't over, the College Football Playoff could be expanding again, and the NCAA's latest eligibility overhaul is already facing legal challenges. Ralph Russo and Stew Mandel revisit the biggest Brendan Sorsby developments, debate whether ties should return to college football, discuss The Athletic's 1990s series, and break down why the College Sports Commission's NIL enforcement may already be changing. Stew returns from Europe just in time to weigh in on the Brendan…
Does Dusty May's move to the NBA signal another new era in college sports?
Jun 25, 2026 · 48 min
Dusty May just won an NCAA title at Michigan and has been in the Final Four in two of the last four seasons. He was on a trajectory to be one of the all-time coaches at the college level. And then, deep into June and on the eve the NBA Draft, he left Michigan to become the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Is this a sign of things to come in not only college basketball, but also college football? Ralph Russo and Justin Williams discuss that—plus Brendan Sorsby and the mailbag—on this episo…
Protect College Sports Act to the Senate floor, G6 to The Audible spotlight
Jun 23, 2026 · 42 min
The Protect College Sports Act has achieved a feat that eluded the SCORE Act for its entire existence—make it out of committee. It still has powerful opponents—namely the Big Ten and SEC—but it's time to take treat this legislation as though it could help shape what's to come in college football. That's exactly what Ralph Russo and Bruce Feldman do on this episode of The Audible. Then, the guys turn their focus to the G6, making four win total over/under picks apiece. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
Pick 40: A new game for college football—or at least Audible—supremacy
Jun 18, 2026 · 52 min
When is Oklahoma State the key to the college football season? Allow Ralph Russo and Bruce Feldman to explain on this episode of The Audible. The guys find inspiration in a question from an emailer, indulging in a game in which, yes, Drew Mestemaker's and Eric Morris's move from North Texas to Oklahoma State is the most important thing. After that, the guys dig further into the mailbag to look both backward and forward across the college football landscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
Is Texas Ready To Take Over The SEC?
Jun 16, 2026 · 56 min
The Audible is back with a loaded episode. Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo break down the Big 12's escalating legal battle with Texas Tech, discuss what comes next for Brendan Sorsby, and examine the ripple effects across college football. Then, Stewart Mandel joins the show as the crew makes their favorite SEC over/under picks, debates conference contenders, and discusses whether Arch Manning and Texas are ready to take the next step. The episode opens with the latest fallout from the Brendan Sor…
Brendan Sorsby Fallout Continues, and a Sizing up of the Big 12
Jun 11, 2026 · 49 min
The fallout from the Brendan Sorsby ruling continues to send shockwaves across college football. On this episode of The Audible, Stewart Mandel, Bruce Feldman, and Ralph Russo discuss the growing backlash to the Texas Tech quarterback's injunction, why Big 12 administrators are furious, and what it could mean for the future of NCAA eligibility, conference governance, and the College Football Playoff. Is this simply a Texas Tech issue, or a defining moment for college sports? The crew dives into…
After All This, Sorsby Ruled Eligible
Jun 8, 2026 · 46 min
In a monumental moment for college football, a Lubbock County judge ruled that Brendan Sorsby is eligible to play at Texas Tech this season, despite betting on his own team. People around the league are outraged that the games brightest red line may no longer exist, and some schools have suggested they’ll refuse to play Texas Tech. Could the Big 12 step in to levy a harsher penalty? And does this mean that all rules in college football are negotiable? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…
Big Ten Win Total Draft and Bryce Underwood Concerns
Jun 4, 2026 · 54 min
Ralph, Bruce, and Stew draft Big Ten win totals. Before that, they explore if there’s any reason to worry about Bryce Underwood at Michigan. Eric Weddle's blunt comments echo what some are quietly saying. Then, they make their picks. They also provide a 60-second explainer on the Cantwell-Cruz college sports bill that’s moving through the Senate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should Leach Be in the Hall of Fame? Plus the ACC Win Total Draft
Jun 2, 2026 · 51 min
Ralph, Bruce, and Stew turn the ACC win totals into a competition by drafting their favorite overs and unders. Plus: an(other) update on Brendan Sorsby, Mike Leach's Hall of Fame case, and Bruce's Elite 11 quarterback takeaways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Playoff Expansion, Threats, Frustrations, and More at SEC Meetings
May 28, 2026 · 50 min
Ralph joins from Destin, Florida to help break down the biggest storylines from the SEC spring meetings. Playoff expansion, a rumored SEC breakaway, and a new bipartisan Senate bill that could reshape college sports governance. Later, the Brendan Sorsby gambling eligibility case, and a mailbag exploring whether bowl games and the very concept of a "successful season" have been permanently redefined. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The QB Draft
May 26, 2026 · 49 min
Ralph, Stew, and Bruce draft their top five quarterbacks for a season-long competition. Rotisserie scoring, three categories: total yards, total TDs minus interceptions, and wins. Who went first overall? Who went undrafted? Where did Chambliss, Manning, and Maiava go? Plus, Sark takes shots at Texas Tech, and Coach O returns to Baton Rouge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Petitti Pushes for 24, and Iowa State’s AD Calls Out SEC and Big Ten
May 21, 2026 · 50 min
Tony Petitti made an impassioned public case for the 24-team playoff, and Ralph thinks he’s operating from a position of strength. Is this inevitable? With the Big Ten and SEC threatening to leave the NCAA, Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard says, figuratively “Hey man, go for it.” Plus, mailbag on the best position groups in college football history, whether recruiters still matter in the age of NIL, and why administrators can seem to work against their own fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
Hot Takes on Playoff Expansion, Sorsby Files his Lawsuit, and Week 1 Hidden Gems
May 19, 2026 · 47 min
Ralph Russo returns from his trip to Italy to find college football in full chaos. The 24-team playoff has gone from a whisper to a roar. The ACC and Big 12 on board, while ESPN and the SEC pump the brakes. What's actually driving this? And does the math work? Then, Brendan Sorsby files a suit that Bruce and Stew find unconvincing. Plus, the guys pick their favorite Week One games and under-the-radar matchups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
More 'Vanity Fair' Fallout, Sark Piles On, and the 24-Team Playoff Nobody Asked For
May 14, 2026 · 44 min
Lane Kiffin made comments in his “Vanity Fair” piece about Ole Miss recruiting and race that are making waves, and now Steve Sarkisian is also taking the opportunity to take a shot at the Rebels. What both coaches said reveals some interesting insights into the SEC's increasingly public grudge matches. Then: the 24-team playoff has real momentum now, and Bruce and Stew aren't happy about it. In mailbag, could we do a creative "NIT-style" bowl alternative? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…
Kiffin’s ‘Vanity Fair’ Moment, and Which Coach Wins the Next Title
May 12, 2026 · 39 min
Ahmad Hardy, Missouri's star running back, was shot over the weekend. Bruce has the latest there. Then, a Vanity Fair profile on Lane Kiffin delivers some gems, like Kiffin implying that Ole Miss fans should be grateful for all he did for them (before abandoning the team during the playoffs). Then Bruce puts Stew on the spot with a ranking exercise: of eight of the most likely active coaches who haven't won a title (Lanning, Freeman, Cristobal, Sarkisan, Kiffin, Campbell, DeBoer, and Riley) who…
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