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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 ana

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Mailbag! Most quotable coaches, late transfer portal movement, players as employees, more! (05/02)

The Cover 3 crew talks revenue sharing, quotable coaches, wide receivers and more. First, getting started with a listener question on notable instant-impact coordinator hires (2:00) and then trying to figure out what will happen next as the NCAA is discussing a possible settlement in a lawsuit that could change how players are compensated (8:00). After that it's on to late transfer portal buzz (20:00), how transfers impact the blue chip ratio (35:16), the top wide receivers from the 2024 NFL Draft class (41:25), a rundown of some of the most quotable moments in college football (46:34) and much more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! Most quotable coaches, late transfer portal movement, players as employees, more! (05/02)

The Cover 3 crew talks revenue sharing, quotable coaches, wide receivers and more. First, getting started with a listener question on notable instant-impact coordinator hires (2:00) and then trying to figure out what will happen next as the NCAA is discussing a possible settlement in a lawsuit that could change how players are compensated (8:00). After that it's on to late transfer portal buzz (20:00), how transfers impact the blue chip ratio (35:16), the top wide receivers from the 2024 NFL Draft class (41:25), a rundown of some of the most quotable moments in college football (46:34) and much more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:01:38

2 May 24

Ryan Wilson talks Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck and more 2025 NFL Draft outlook (05/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck, Ohio State and more. First, after getting started with the latest Bo Nix beard update and Mike Norvell's golf tournament win with Urban Meyer (6:24) the NFL Draft conversation gets going with Ryan Wilson's first official mock draft of the 2025 cycle (12:30). Then after hitting the top 10 in general it's a more specific look at Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck and the rest of the quarterbacks (15:50) followed by players who Ryan is higher or lower on than the rest of the way-too-early mock drafts (35:49) and potential sleepers who could rise up the big boards with their play in college football this fall. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Wilson talks Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck and more 2025 NFL Draft outlook (05/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck, Ohio State and more. First, after getting started with the latest Bo Nix beard update and Mike Norvell's golf tournament win with Urban Meyer (6:24) the NFL Draft conversation gets going with Ryan Wilson's first official mock draft of the 2025 cycle (12:30). Then after hitting the top 10 in general it's a more specific look at Shedeur Sanders, Carson Beck and the rest of the quarterbacks (15:50) followed by players who Ryan is higher or lower on than the rest of the way-too-early mock drafts (35:49) and potential sleepers who could rise up the big boards with their play in college football this fall. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:05:08

1 May 24

NFL Draft Takeaways, Miami's transfer portal moves, Nebraska's QB battle, more! (04/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks Bo Nix, beards, NFL Draft, Dylan Raiola, Nebraska and more. First, addressing Danny's Bo Nix bet after the Oregon quarterback was taken No. 12 overall by the Broncos (2:00) before diving into the transfer portal buzz around Miami, Kansas State and Colorado (10:30). Then, what to make of Dylan Raiola's impressive debut in Nebraska's spring game and other spring game notes (26:00) before rolling through our biggest takeaways from the NFL Draft (40:20). Thoughts include what to make of the college count, the conference count and whether we will see any offensive drop-off in college football in 2024 after so many high-end offensive players were taken in the early rounds of the draft. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft Takeaways, Miami's transfer portal moves, Nebraska's QB battle, more! (04/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks Bo Nix, beards, NFL Draft, Dylan Raiola, Nebraska and more. First, addressing Danny's Bo Nix bet after the Oregon quarterback was taken No. 12 overall by the Broncos (2:00) before diving into the transfer portal buzz around Miami, Kansas State and Colorado (10:30). Then, what to make of Dylan Raiola's impressive debut in Nebraska's spring game and other spring game notes (26:00) before rolling through our biggest takeaways from the NFL Draft (40:20). Thoughts include what to make of the college count, the conference count and whether we will see any offensive drop-off in college football in 2024 after so many high-end offensive players were taken in the early rounds of the draft. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:05:01

29 Apr 24

With the First Pick - 2024 NFL Draft 1st Round Winners/Losers Recap: Historic run of QBs including shocker pick of Michael Penix Jr. #8 to the Atlanta Falcons

You can find With the First Pick on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Draft Day is finally here! Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman react to everything that happened on Thursday night in Round 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft. (1:30) QB Grades (16:00) Falcons (19:00) Vikings (20:00) Bears (23:30) Giants (25:00) Defense (30:00) Ricky Pearsall (31:30) Chiefs/Bills trade (33:30) Offensive line (37:00) Day 2 lookahead Watch With the First Pick on the NFL on CBS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NFLonCBS 'With the First Pick' is available for free on the Audacy app as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to With the First Pick on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast." Follow the With the First Pick team on Twitter: @nfldraftcbs, @ryanwilsonCBS, @spielman_rick, @E_DeBerardinis Follow With the First Pick on TikTok & Instagram: @nfldraftcbs Produced by: Eric DeBerardinis Read the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/ For more NFL Draft coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the First Pick - 2024 NFL Draft 1st Round Winners/Losers Recap: Historic run of QBs including shocker pick of Michael Penix Jr. #8 to the Atlanta Falcons

You can find With the First Pick on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Draft Day is finally here! Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman react to everything that happened on Thursday night in Round 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft. (1:30) QB Grades (16:00) Falcons (19:00) Vikings (20:00) Bears (23:30) Giants (25:00) Defense (30:00) Ricky Pearsall (31:30) Chiefs/Bills trade (33:30) Offensive line (37:00) Day 2 lookahead Watch With the First Pick on the NFL on CBS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NFLonCBS 'With the First Pick' is available for free on the Audacy app as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to With the First Pick on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast." Follow the With the First Pick team on Twitter: @nfldraftcbs, @ryanwilsonCBS, @spielman_rick, @E_DeBerardinis Follow With the First Pick on TikTok & Instagram: @nfldraftcbs Produced by: Eric DeBerardinis Read the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/ For more NFL Draft coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

48:46

26 Apr 24

2024 NFL Draft preview: Players who improved the most, the CFB top 50 big board, more! (04/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, transfer portal, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, more. First, a question from the audience on the 2024 NFL Draft prospect who has improved their stock the most in the last year (2:00) and then a run through the biggest transfer portal headlines with a look at Auburn's wide receiver addition, Georgia keeping a defensive lineman and Jaden Rashada's commitment (7:50). Then our Cover 3 NFL Draft preview begins with a review of the quarterbacks and how their ranking has changed in recent months (26:00) before pivoting to a big-picture view of the top prospects with Tom Fornelli's top 50 Big Board (39:00) and more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 NFL Draft preview: Players who improved the most, the CFB top 50 big board, more! (04/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, transfer portal, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, more. First, a question from the audience on the 2024 NFL Draft prospect who has improved their stock the most in the last year (2:00) and then a run through the biggest transfer portal headlines with a look at Auburn's wide receiver addition, Georgia keeping a defensive lineman and Jaden Rashada's commitment (7:50). Then our Cover 3 NFL Draft preview begins with a review of the quarterbacks and how their ranking has changed in recent months (26:00) before pivoting to a big-picture view of the top prospects with Tom Fornelli's top 50 Big Board (39:00) and more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:09:30

25 Apr 24

Reggie Bush gets his Heisman Trophy back, Group of Five playoff proposal, latest portal buzz, more! (04/24)

The Cover 3 crew talks Reggie Bush, Dylan Edwards, Oregon, Arizona State and more. First, addressing the breaking news of the morning with the Heisman Trophy trust reinstating Reggie Bush (1:30), with a look at how this benefits the award and the sport as a whole moving forward. Then, whether a Group of Five playoff would benefit those programs outside of the power confernces (10:45) and the latest transfer portal buzz (22:50) including two Big Ten QBs and Colorado RB Dylan Edwards hitting the portal while stars at UCLA and UNC will remain home with their current teams. Plus, a lookahead to the weekend spring game action with storylines for Oregon, Nebraska and Colorado (44:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reggie Bush gets his Heisman Trophy back, Group of Five playoff proposal, latest portal buzz, more! (04/24)

The Cover 3 crew talks Reggie Bush, Dylan Edwards, Oregon, Arizona State and more. First, addressing the breaking news of the morning with the Heisman Trophy trust reinstating Reggie Bush (1:30), with a look at how this benefits the award and the sport as a whole moving forward. Then, whether a Group of Five playoff would benefit those programs outside of the power confernces (10:45) and the latest transfer portal buzz (22:50) including two Big Ten QBs and Colorado RB Dylan Edwards hitting the portal while stars at UCLA and UNC will remain home with their current teams. Plus, a lookahead to the weekend spring game action with storylines for Oregon, Nebraska and Colorado (44:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:01:47

24 Apr 24

Arch Manning, Wolverines defense shine as Texas, Michigan, USC, Notre Dame and more wrap spring practice (04/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks Arch Manning, Texas, Michigan, Lincoln Riley, transfer portal and more. First, the latest from the transfer portal including the ins and outs at Colorado and a key UCLA DL hitting the open market (2:00), plus what to expect from the recently approved rule changes that include a two-minute warning and in-game helmet communications (16:18). After that it's on to spring game takeaways from the weekend, starting with Arch Manning's performance in a competitive Orange-White game (24:50) and how to evaluate Michigan's quarterback battle after a day that was mostly led by the defense (30:15). Plus, the two ways to read the quarterback struggles at USC (38:30), Mike Norvell's latest transfer portal haul on display at Florida State (41:45), a deep quarterback room behind Riley Leonard at Notre Dame (46:30) and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arch Manning, Wolverines defense shine as Texas, Michigan, USC, Notre Dame and more wrap spring practice (04/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks Arch Manning, Texas, Michigan, Lincoln Riley, transfer portal and more. First, the latest from the transfer portal including the ins and outs at Colorado and a key UCLA DL hitting the open market (2:00), plus what to expect from the recently approved rule changes that include a two-minute warning and in-game helmet communications (16:18). After that it's on to spring game takeaways from the weekend, starting with Arch Manning's performance in a competitive Orange-White game (24:50) and how to evaluate Michigan's quarterback battle after a day that was mostly led by the defense (30:15). Plus, the two ways to read the quarterback struggles at USC (38:30), Mike Norvell's latest transfer portal haul on display at Florida State (41:45), a deep quarterback room behind Riley Leonard at Notre Dame (46:30) and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:43

22 Apr 24

Mailbag + Spring Game previews for Michigan, USC, Texas, Florida State and more! (04/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks Lincoln Riley, Michigan, Texas, Arch Manning, Florida State and more. First, getting started with live mailbag questions that include why the narrative has changed around Lincoln Riley as one of the sport's best head coaches (2:00) and what exactly makes a "good" spring game (7:17). Then it's on to the spring game lookahead, starting with storylines to track for Michigan (18:00), USC (27:20) and the rest of the Big Ten schools in action this weekend. Then it's on to Texas (31:09), Texas A&M and Oklahoma (37:15), Florida State (43:00), Notre Dame (47:51) and others before one last listener question on the NFL coaches that would be the best fit for college football (56:22). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag + Spring Game previews for Michigan, USC, Texas, Florida State and more! (04/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks Lincoln Riley, Michigan, Texas, Arch Manning, Florida State and more. First, getting started with live mailbag questions that include why the narrative has changed around Lincoln Riley as one of the sport's best head coaches (2:00) and what exactly makes a "good" spring game (7:17). Then it's on to the spring game lookahead, starting with storylines to track for Michigan (18:00), USC (27:20) and the rest of the Big Ten schools in action this weekend. Then it's on to Texas (31:09), Texas A&M and Oklahoma (37:15), Florida State (43:00), Notre Dame (47:51) and others before one last listener question on the NFL coaches that would be the best fit for college football (56:22). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:31

18 Apr 24

Names to know and storylines from the transfer portal, plus Michigan settles with NCAA and more! (04/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, Colorado, Deion Sanders, Jim Harbaugh and more. First, what to know about Michigan settling the first of its two NCAA cases (2:30) and an impromptu draft of the coaches competing in the 2024 Peach Bowl Challenge golf tournament (13:50). Then it's on to the latest from the transfer portal with the big headlines from the first 24 hours, including the outlook for Colorado (24:50) and more specifically former five-star cornerback Cormani McClain (32:00). Plus, a defensive tackle from the MAC that's getting lots of power conference interest (40:30), a rundown of some of the quarterbacks who have entered the portal (52:00) and big-picture storylines to track through the next two weeks. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Names to know and storylines from the transfer portal, plus Michigan settles with NCAA and more! (04/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, Colorado, Deion Sanders, Jim Harbaugh and more. First, what to know about Michigan settling the first of its two NCAA cases (2:30) and an impromptu draft of the coaches competing in the 2024 Peach Bowl Challenge golf tournament (13:50). Then it's on to the latest from the transfer portal with the big headlines from the first 24 hours, including the outlook for Colorado (24:50) and more specifically former five-star cornerback Cormani McClain (32:00). Plus, a defensive tackle from the MAC that's getting lots of power conference interest (40:30), a rundown of some of the quarterbacks who have entered the portal (52:00) and big-picture storylines to track through the next two weeks. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:15

17 Apr 24

Transfer Portal opens on Tuesday ! Plus, Spring Game Takeaways for Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia and More

There are less than 24 hours left before the transfer portal opens again! The guys open the show by reviewing the big transfer portal needs and then making spring game observations. (01:16) - Transfer Portal Open April 16-30 (04:14) - Portal Needs (18:32) - Ohio State Spring Game Takeaways (24:56) - Penn State Spring Game Takeaways (28:08) - Georgia Spring Game Observations (32:35) - Alabama Spring Game observations (39:33) - Florida Spring Game Takeaways (44:37) - LSU Spring Game Takes (46:51) - Miami Spring Games takeaways (51:27) - Ole Miss Spring Game....was disappointing. (55:04)- Random Spring Game Observations Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transfer Portal opens on Tuesday ! Plus, Spring Game Takeaways for Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia and More

There are less than 24 hours left before the transfer portal opens again! The guys open the show by reviewing the big transfer portal needs and then making spring game observations. (01:16) - Transfer Portal Open April 16-30 (04:14) - Portal Needs (18:32) - Ohio State Spring Game Takeaways (24:56) - Penn State Spring Game Takeaways (28:08) - Georgia Spring Game Observations (32:35) - Alabama Spring Game observations (39:33) - Florida Spring Game Takeaways (44:37) - LSU Spring Game Takes (46:51) - Miami Spring Games takeaways (51:27) - Ole Miss Spring Game....was disappointing. (55:04)- Random Spring Game Observations Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:30

15 Apr 24

Mailbag! The most controversial on-field moments in CFB history, coaches as golf partners, more! (04/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks 2024 Heisman dark horses, controversial on-field moments and more. First, tackling a live question looking for the top non-quarterbacks in the 2024 Heisman Trophy picture (2:30) before hitting transfer portal buzz that includes Bear Alexander sticking with USC despite previous reports (9:30). Then after a brief word on the impact of OJ Simpson (19:10) the Big Ol' Bag of Mail leads off with a rundown through some of the most controversial on-field moments in college football history (28:22). Plus, where Bo Nix might land in the 2024 NFL Draft (41:51) and in honor of The Masters the active coaches that would be great for a round of golf (49:27). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! The most controversial on-field moments in CFB history, coaches as golf partners, more! (04/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks 2024 Heisman dark horses, controversial on-field moments and more. First, tackling a live question looking for the top non-quarterbacks in the 2024 Heisman Trophy picture (2:30) before hitting transfer portal buzz that includes Bear Alexander sticking with USC despite previous reports (9:30). Then after a brief word on the impact of OJ Simpson (19:10) the Big Ol' Bag of Mail leads off with a rundown through some of the most controversial on-field moments in college football history (28:22). Plus, where Bo Nix might land in the 2024 NFL Draft (41:51) and in honor of The Masters the active coaches that would be great for a round of golf (49:27). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:00:55

11 Apr 24

What to Watch, Spring Game Edition: Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, Penn State, more! (04/10)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, spring games, position battles, lawsuits and more. First, though the transfer portal does not officially open until April 15 the buzz has already started with notable exits at USC and Oregon, among others (6:40). Then after some brief takeaways on the latest ruling in the legal battle between Florida State and the ACC (20:00) the attention turns to this Saturday's spring games, with notes on what to watch at Georgia (29:30), Ohio State (37:15), Alabama (43:00), Penn State (52:30), Tennessee (56:20) and more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What to Watch, Spring Game Edition: Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama, Penn State, more! (04/10)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, spring games, position battles, lawsuits and more. First, though the transfer portal does not officially open until April 15 the buzz has already started with notable exits at USC and Oregon, among others (6:40). Then after some brief takeaways on the latest ruling in the legal battle between Florida State and the ACC (20:00) the attention turns to this Saturday's spring games, with notes on what to watch at Georgia (29:30), Ohio State (37:15), Alabama (43:00), Penn State (52:30), Tennessee (56:20) and more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:06:33

10 Apr 24

Biggest Spring Game Takeaways for Clemson, Auburn, NC State + Jeremiah Smith already making waves at Ohio State

The latest spring game takeaways from Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli and Bud Elliott. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biggest Spring Game Takeaways for Clemson, Auburn, NC State + Jeremiah Smith already making waves at Ohio State

The latest spring game takeaways from Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli and Bud Elliott. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:25

8 Apr 24

Mailbag! Can the proposed Super League actually work? Plus, spring games preview and more! (04/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks super league, Oklahoma, Texas, Clemson, NC State and more. First, with the report dropping Thursday about a working group that's proposing a super league model for college football the crew starts with an analysis of the proposal and thoughts on its viability (1:30). Then, looking ahead to spring games at Clemson, Auburn and NC State (23:00), the best spot to spend a full Friday-Saturday-Sunday football weekend (32:15) and the non-Saban retired coach who you would hire to run a program right now (35:10). Plus, comparing how Oklahoma and Texas have handled their quarterback rooms this offseason (42:29) and the most/least patient fan bases when it comes to firing a coach (49:53). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! Can the proposed Super League actually work? Plus, spring games preview and more! (04/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks super league, Oklahoma, Texas, Clemson, NC State and more. First, with the report dropping Thursday about a working group that's proposing a super league model for college football the crew starts with an analysis of the proposal and thoughts on its viability (1:30). Then, looking ahead to spring games at Clemson, Auburn and NC State (23:00), the best spot to spend a full Friday-Saturday-Sunday football weekend (32:15) and the non-Saban retired coach who you would hire to run a program right now (35:10). Plus, comparing how Oklahoma and Texas have handled their quarterback rooms this offseason (42:29) and the most/least patient fan bases when it comes to firing a coach (49:53). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:00:48

4 Apr 24

Turnaround Teams: Why Nebraska, Texas A&M, Miami and more will take a step forward in 2024 (04/03)

The Cover 3 crew talks Warren Sapp, Deion Sanders and teams poised for a turnaround season. First, what Warren Sapp can bring to Deion Sanders' staff at Colorado as a graduate assistant (2:00) and some spring camp buzz on the offense at Ohio State and an emerging pass rusher at Texas (12:00). Then it's on to the 2024 edition of Turnaround Teams, picking out teams that could see big improvement in their win total this upcoming season. The conversation starts with Nebraska (20:55), Indiana (27:40) and Michigan State (32:37) in the Big Ten, before pivoting to the rest of the country with a spotlight on Texas A&M (40:50), Utah (48:29), Iowa State (51:35), Colorado (57:16) and Miami (1:03:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Turnaround Teams: Why Nebraska, Texas A&M, Miami and more will take a step forward in 2024 (04/03)

The Cover 3 crew talks Warren Sapp, Deion Sanders and teams poised for a turnaround season. First, what Warren Sapp can bring to Deion Sanders' staff at Colorado as a graduate assistant (2:00) and some spring camp buzz on the offense at Ohio State and an emerging pass rusher at Texas (12:00). Then it's on to the 2024 edition of Turnaround Teams, picking out teams that could see big improvement in their win total this upcoming season. The conversation starts with Nebraska (20:55), Indiana (27:40) and Michigan State (32:37) in the Big Ten, before pivoting to the rest of the country with a spotlight on Texas A&M (40:50), Utah (48:29), Iowa State (51:35), Colorado (57:16) and Miami (1:03:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:13:55

3 Apr 24

Building the ideal CFB gameday, Michigan players in the NFL Draft, spring football, more! (04/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks hip drop ban, tailgating, NFL Draft, playoff and more. First, after a brief recap of Danny's weekend rooting on nephew Ben Middlebrooks and the NC State men's basketball team a discussion on the NCAA choosing not to follow the NFL's lead with a hip drop tackle ban (12:00). Then, thoughts on the UFL and spring football in general (21:00) and constructing the perfect college football gameday experience picking the game, stadium, kickoff time, tailgating setup, seats and more (30:41). Finally, guessing how many Michigan players Jim Harbaugh might select for the Chargers in the 2024 NFL Draft (48:18) and what happens first: a Group of Five team wins in the first round of the expanded College Football Playoff OR a non-SEC or Big Ten team wins it all (56:12)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Building the ideal CFB gameday, Michigan players in the NFL Draft, spring football, more! (04/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks hip drop ban, tailgating, NFL Draft, playoff and more. First, after a brief recap of Danny's weekend rooting on nephew Ben Middlebrooks and the NC State men's basketball team a discussion on the NCAA choosing not to follow the NFL's lead with a hip drop tackle ban (12:00). Then, thoughts on the UFL and spring football in general (21:00) and constructing the perfect college football gameday experience picking the game, stadium, kickoff time, tailgating setup, seats and more (30:41). Finally, guessing how many Michigan players Jim Harbaugh might select for the Chargers in the 2024 NFL Draft (48:18) and what happens first: a Group of Five team wins in the first round of the expanded College Football Playoff OR a non-SEC or Big Ten team wins it all (56:12)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:38

1 Apr 24

QB battles to watch in the SEC and ACC, plus the NCAA's efforts to ban player props and more! (03/28)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Auburn, Arkansas, UNC, FSU, player props and more. First, continuing the conversation on notable quarterback battles with a look at the SEC (4:00), where Jalen Milroe is the starter at Alabama but has some intriguing competition, Auburn must decide if Payton Thorne is the answer and Arkansas has a battle to replace KJ Jefferson. Then it's on to the ACC (19:15), focusing on North Carolina's efforts to replace Drake Maye, whether DJ Uiagalalei has any competition at Florida State and more. Plus, thoughts on the NCAA's efforts to ban player props from the betting markets (33:00), potential consequences from moving up the Early Signing Period (43:15) and how topics like collective bargaining and player unions are much more complicated when we discuss a future that involves college football players as employees (48:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QB battles to watch in the SEC and ACC, plus the NCAA's efforts to ban player props and more! (03/28)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Auburn, Arkansas, UNC, FSU, player props and more. First, continuing the conversation on notable quarterback battles with a look at the SEC (4:00), where Jalen Milroe is the starter at Alabama but has some intriguing competition, Auburn must decide if Payton Thorne is the answer and Arkansas has a battle to replace KJ Jefferson. Then it's on to the ACC (19:15), focusing on North Carolina's efforts to replace Drake Maye, whether DJ Uiagalalei has any competition at Florida State and more. Plus, thoughts on the NCAA's efforts to ban player props from the betting markets (33:00), potential consequences from moving up the Early Signing Period (43:15) and how topics like collective bargaining and player unions are much more complicated when we discuss a future that involves college football players as employees (48:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

56:46

28 Mar 24

Should CFB adopt NFL rule changes? Plus, Big Ten QB battles at Michigan, Ohio State, Nebraska and more! (03/27)

The Cover 3 crew talks rule changes, Michigan, Ohio State, Washington, Nebraska and more. First, with the news that the NFL is adopting XFL-inspired changes to the kickoff rules, a discussion on whether those same changes could have a positive effect on the college game (2:00). Plus, Michigan suffers a serious setback with a key injury in spring practice (19:10) and the future for Oregon State and Washington State football after settling with the rest of the former Pac-12 members (26:40). Then, a look at the QB battles during spring practice in the Big Ten, with a specific focus on both Michigan and Ohio State (37:30) as well as Washington (48:42), Nebraska (52:30) and more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should CFB adopt NFL rule changes? Plus, Big Ten QB battles at Michigan, Ohio State, Nebraska and more! (03/27)

The Cover 3 crew talks rule changes, Michigan, Ohio State, Washington, Nebraska and more. First, with the news that the NFL is adopting XFL-inspired changes to the kickoff rules, a discussion on whether those same changes could have a positive effect on the college game (2:00). Plus, Michigan suffers a serious setback with a key injury in spring practice (19:10) and the future for Oregon State and Washington State football after settling with the rest of the former Pac-12 members (26:40). Then, a look at the QB battles during spring practice in the Big Ten, with a specific focus on both Michigan and Ohio State (37:30) as well as Washington (48:42), Nebraska (52:30) and more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:37

27 Mar 24

Cover 3 on CBSSN: The State of College Football | Cover 3 Podcast

The Cover 3 crew makes their CBSSN debut to discuss the state of College Football.  (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:15) - Future of the CFP (00:11:29) - Michigan & Ohio State QB Battles (00:25:32) - Next Man Up (00:36:04) - Refresher on Biggest Coaching Moves (00:39:55) - Winner of the Transfer Portal Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cover 3 on CBSSN: The State of College Football | Cover 3 Podcast

The Cover 3 crew makes their CBSSN debut to discuss the state of College Football.  (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:15) - Future of the CFP (00:11:29) - Michigan & Ohio State QB Battles (00:25:32) - Next Man Up (00:36:04) - Refresher on Biggest Coaching Moves (00:39:55) - Winner of the Transfer Portal Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

49:27

27 Mar 24

Deion talks Shedeur Sanders’ 2025 NFL Draft outlook, Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard undergoes surgery

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news in the college football world. Riley Leonard underwent another surgey, what does this mean for his status next year? (3:00) Greg Sankey made some comments about expanding the NCAA tournament to get more SEC teams in but did that backfire on him after a couple quick exits from SEC teams in the tournament? (7:45). Georgia RB Travis Etienne was charged with DUI, how big of a problem is this becoming at Georgia and what can be done to stop this? (22:00) Deion Sanders spoke and mentioned that Shedeur won't just be going to any team and that it might be similar to Eli Manning's draft situation. Is this the right move? Is Deion Playing chess and not checkers with this move? (30:12). The guys close out the show with some discussion about Marvin Harrison Jr.'s draft stock and a quick but important recruiting update. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deion talks Shedeur Sanders’ 2025 NFL Draft outlook, Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard undergoes surgery

The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news in the college football world. Riley Leonard underwent another surgey, what does this mean for his status next year? (3:00) Greg Sankey made some comments about expanding the NCAA tournament to get more SEC teams in but did that backfire on him after a couple quick exits from SEC teams in the tournament? (7:45). Georgia RB Travis Etienne was charged with DUI, how big of a problem is this becoming at Georgia and what can be done to stop this? (22:00) Deion Sanders spoke and mentioned that Shedeur won't just be going to any team and that it might be similar to Eli Manning's draft situation. Is this the right move? Is Deion Playing chess and not checkers with this move? (30:12). The guys close out the show with some discussion about Marvin Harrison Jr.'s draft stock and a quick but important recruiting update. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:03

25 Mar 24

Mailbag! Who has the best claim as the real WRU and DBU? Plus, Deion's recruiting, SEC releases 2025 schedule, more! (03/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks SEC, SMU, Deion Sanders, recruiting, transfer portal and more. First, reacting to the SEC's 2025 schedule release, which has the league sticking at eight games and keeping opponents the same as the 2024 schedule (6:50). Then, whether college football players have release clauses like they do in soccer (17:45), SMU's outlook as they are joining an ACC with an uncertain future (21:05) and Deion Sanders' defense for why is not making as many in-home visits as his peers (27:20). Plus, a listener from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail wants to know who has the real claim to WRU and DBU (42:31)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! Who has the best claim as the real WRU and DBU? Plus, Deion's recruiting, SEC releases 2025 schedule, more! (03/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks SEC, SMU, Deion Sanders, recruiting, transfer portal and more. First, reacting to the SEC's 2025 schedule release, which has the league sticking at eight games and keeping opponents the same as the 2024 schedule (6:50). Then, whether college football players have release clauses like they do in soccer (17:45), SMU's outlook as they are joining an ACC with an uncertain future (21:05) and Deion Sanders' defense for why is not making as many in-home visits as his peers (27:20). Plus, a listener from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail wants to know who has the real claim to WRU and DBU (42:31)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

55:29

21 Mar 24

Clemson sues the ACC, Kadyn Proctor BACK to Alabama, Andrew Ivins on teams, players making noise in recruiting (03/20)

The Cover 3 crew is joined by 247Sports’ Andrew Ivins to talk recruiting, Clemson, Alabama and more. First, what to know and what’s next after Clemson has filed a lawsuit against the ACC, with many of the same claims as Florida State’s ongoing legal action against the league (1:30). Then, after transferring from Alabama to Iowa following Nick Saban’s retirement, star tackle Kadyn Proctor is leaving the Hawkeyes just before the start of spring practice and headed back to Tuscaloosa (16:45). The crew discusses what his return means for the Tide as well as whether there will be any big-picture fallout from such a startling and high-profile move. After it’s on to recruiting talk, where Andrew Ivins showcases what there is to like about Notre Dame’s top-ranked 2025 class (33:15), how things are looking on the trail for Kalen DeBoer and Alabama (40:19), the top four quarterbacks in the class (48:26) and much, much more.  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clemson sues the ACC, Kadyn Proctor BACK to Alabama, Andrew Ivins on teams, players making noise in recruiting (03/20)

The Cover 3 crew is joined by 247Sports’ Andrew Ivins to talk recruiting, Clemson, Alabama and more. First, what to know and what’s next after Clemson has filed a lawsuit against the ACC, with many of the same claims as Florida State’s ongoing legal action against the league (1:30). Then, after transferring from Alabama to Iowa following Nick Saban’s retirement, star tackle Kadyn Proctor is leaving the Hawkeyes just before the start of spring practice and headed back to Tuscaloosa (16:45). The crew discusses what his return means for the Tide as well as whether there will be any big-picture fallout from such a startling and high-profile move. After it’s on to recruiting talk, where Andrew Ivins showcases what there is to like about Notre Dame’s top-ranked 2025 class (33:15), how things are looking on the trail for Kalen DeBoer and Alabama (40:19), the top four quarterbacks in the class (48:26) and much, much more.  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:32

20 Mar 24

March Madness CFB Style: Who wins the 2024 NCAA Tournament if its the football teams playing? (03/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks College Football Playoff, Tennessee's QBs and the 2024 NCAA Tournament. First, a post-Selection Sunday discussion on the schools most likely to win a football and men's basketball title in the same school year (1:00) before diving into the news of the weekend with more details around College Football Playoff expansion (7:00). With the media rights deal getting approved there are still many unanswered questions and reportedly a new preferred format, so the crew discusses what would be best for the CFP moving forward. Then it's on to the annual Cover 3 March Madness exercise of playing out the NCAA Tournament bracket as if it was the football teams participating (23:35). Find out who makes our football Final Four, and ultimately lands as the pick to win it all if these were the 2024 football teams deciding the bracket. Finally, a question about Tennessee's quarterback depth opens the door to how schools manage their scholarships at the position in the transfer portal era (51:29). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

March Madness CFB Style: Who wins the 2024 NCAA Tournament if its the football teams playing? (03/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks College Football Playoff, Tennessee's QBs and the 2024 NCAA Tournament. First, a post-Selection Sunday discussion on the schools most likely to win a football and men's basketball title in the same school year (1:00) before diving into the news of the weekend with more details around College Football Playoff expansion (7:00). With the media rights deal getting approved there are still many unanswered questions and reportedly a new preferred format, so the crew discusses what would be best for the CFP moving forward. Then it's on to the annual Cover 3 March Madness exercise of playing out the NCAA Tournament bracket as if it was the football teams participating (23:35). Find out who makes our football Final Four, and ultimately lands as the pick to win it all if these were the 2024 football teams deciding the bracket. Finally, a question about Tennessee's quarterback depth opens the door to how schools manage their scholarships at the position in the transfer portal era (51:29). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:23

18 Mar 24

Mailbag! What 3 things must CFB protect as it considers a new future? Plus, Big 12 vs. ACC QBs, more! (03/14)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, onside kick, quarterbacks, College Football Playoff and more. First, with the news of Trev Alberts making the move from Nebraska to Texas A&M a discussion on the importance of an athletic director in the modern era (3:30) and more reaction to Tony Alford's move from Ohio State to Michigan to be the Wolverines' new running back's coach (11:18). Then it's on to the Big Ol' Bag of Mail's big topic, with a discussion on the aspects of college football that must be protected as the sport's new future is imagined in the coming years (16:30). Plus, proposed changes to the onside kick (34:00), how a conference title game loser might get left out of the 12-team playoff (36:30), Big 12 QBs vs. ACC QBs (43:50) and reasons why we don't see as many academic eligibility issues in the mainstream college football news cycle (52:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! What 3 things must CFB protect as it considers a new future? Plus, Big 12 vs. ACC QBs, more! (03/14)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, onside kick, quarterbacks, College Football Playoff and more. First, with the news of Trev Alberts making the move from Nebraska to Texas A&M a discussion on the importance of an athletic director in the modern era (3:30) and more reaction to Tony Alford's move from Ohio State to Michigan to be the Wolverines' new running back's coach (11:18). Then it's on to the Big Ol' Bag of Mail's big topic, with a discussion on the aspects of college football that must be protected as the sport's new future is imagined in the coming years (16:30). Plus, proposed changes to the onside kick (34:00), how a conference title game loser might get left out of the 12-team playoff (36:30), Big 12 QBs vs. ACC QBs (43:50) and reasons why we don't see as many academic eligibility issues in the mainstream college football news cycle (52:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58:55

14 Mar 24

Nick Saban weighs in on NIL, outlook for Michigan's QB room in 2024, more! (03/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks Nick Saban, Michigan, Texas A&M, coaching changes and more. First, reacting to Nick Saban's appearance on Capitol Hill talking all things NIL and college athletics (2:30) and a larger conversation around his role as a voice for coaches in college football moving forward. Then, whether it is a big deal that Mike Hart won't be back at Michigan on Sherrone Moore's staff (26:38) and a big-picture breakdown of the Wolverines' QB battle to replace J.J. McCarthy (29:24). Plus, Trev Alberts reportedly leaving his alma mater Nebraska to go be the next AD at Texas A&M (41:32) and how many FBS coaches will still be in their current position five years from now (48:23), with some statistics from recent history pointing to a surprising answer. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Saban weighs in on NIL, outlook for Michigan's QB room in 2024, more! (03/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks Nick Saban, Michigan, Texas A&M, coaching changes and more. First, reacting to Nick Saban's appearance on Capitol Hill talking all things NIL and college athletics (2:30) and a larger conversation around his role as a voice for coaches in college football moving forward. Then, whether it is a big deal that Mike Hart won't be back at Michigan on Sherrone Moore's staff (26:38) and a big-picture breakdown of the Wolverines' QB battle to replace J.J. McCarthy (29:24). Plus, Trev Alberts reportedly leaving his alma mater Nebraska to go be the next AD at Texas A&M (41:32) and how many FBS coaches will still be in their current position five years from now (48:23), with some statistics from recent history pointing to a surprising answer. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58:21

13 Mar 24

How Ole Miss, NC State, Kansas and others could snap conference title droughts in 2024 (03/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks NC State, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Arizona, playoff expansion and more. First, while the automatic byes for the Big Ten and SEC could get taken out of the future 14-team model recent College Football Playoff expansion news does point to big wins for the sport's two most powerful conferences (1:30). Then it's on to the annual review of conference title droughts looking to identify teams on the verge of breaking through, starting with Ole Miss looking for its first conference championship in more than 50 years (12:45) as the Rebels are loaded up to make a run in the expanded SEC. Also, why NC State and Miami are among the top contenders other than Clemson or Florida State in the ACC (25:40) and how the Big 12 outlook might shape up well for Kansas or Arizona to bring decades-long droughts to an end (41:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How Ole Miss, NC State, Kansas and others could snap conference title droughts in 2024 (03/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks NC State, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Arizona, playoff expansion and more. First, while the automatic byes for the Big Ten and SEC could get taken out of the future 14-team model recent College Football Playoff expansion news does point to big wins for the sport's two most powerful conferences (1:30). Then it's on to the annual review of conference title droughts looking to identify teams on the verge of breaking through, starting with Ole Miss looking for its first conference championship in more than 50 years (12:45) as the Rebels are loaded up to make a run in the expanded SEC. Also, why NC State and Miami are among the top contenders other than Clemson or Florida State in the ACC (25:40) and how the Big 12 outlook might shape up well for Kansas or Arizona to bring decades-long droughts to an end (41:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

57:49

11 Mar 24

Introducing 'Beyond the Arc: A Daily NBA show from CBS Sports'

On Monday, March 11, CBS Sports will launch BEYOND THE ARC, a new daily show and podcast covering all things NBA with co-hosts Ashley Nicole Moss, Bill Reiter and John Gonzalez and regular contributor Avery Johnson.  Download and follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else podcasts are found.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing 'Beyond the Arc: A Daily NBA show from CBS Sports'

On Monday, March 11, CBS Sports will launch BEYOND THE ARC, a new daily show and podcast covering all things NBA with co-hosts Ashley Nicole Moss, Bill Reiter and John Gonzalez and regular contributor Avery Johnson.  Download and follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else podcasts are found.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:25

9 Mar 24

Mailbag! What are the top 10 jobs in college football? Plus, will playoff expansion shorten or lengthen coaching tenures? (03/07)

The Cover 3 crew ranks the top jobs in college football and answers listener questions. First, now that the news is official what is the fallout from the Early Signing Period getting moved up to the first week of December (6:00), reasons to buy into South Carolina heading into 2024 (14:00) and takeaways from Lane Kiffin hiring former Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett as a defensive analyst at Ole Miss (18:45). Then, the Big Ol' Bag of Mail provides one of the great debates in college football: what are the top 10 jobs in the sport (22:00)? The crew breaks down how Texas, Ohio State, Georgia, LSU, Alabama and more fit into their rankings along with the top jobs that didn't make the cut. Finally, more listener questions include whether coaching tenures will be longer or shorter as a result of the expanded College Football Playoff (51:43) and whether the Hugh Freeze hire at Auburn has aged well as he prepares for Year 2 with the Tigers (55:40). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! What are the top 10 jobs in college football? Plus, will playoff expansion shorten or lengthen coaching tenures? (03/07)

The Cover 3 crew ranks the top jobs in college football and answers listener questions. First, now that the news is official what is the fallout from the Early Signing Period getting moved up to the first week of December (6:00), reasons to buy into South Carolina heading into 2024 (14:00) and takeaways from Lane Kiffin hiring former Mississippi State head coach Zach Arnett as a defensive analyst at Ole Miss (18:45). Then, the Big Ol' Bag of Mail provides one of the great debates in college football: what are the top 10 jobs in the sport (22:00)? The crew breaks down how Texas, Ohio State, Georgia, LSU, Alabama and more fit into their rankings along with the top jobs that didn't make the cut. Finally, more listener questions include whether coaching tenures will be longer or shorter as a result of the expanded College Football Playoff (51:43) and whether the Hugh Freeze hire at Auburn has aged well as he prepares for Year 2 with the Tigers (55:40). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:06:09

7 Mar 24

Arch Manning's video game opt-out, spring practice gets started at Alabama and Ohio State, more! (03/06)

The Cover 3 crew talks Arch Manning, EA Sports video game, spring practice storylines and more. First, discussing Arch Manning’s reported decision to opt out of the EA Sports College Football 25 video game with an eye on the factors that may have contributed to the decision (1:45). Then, noting some important details in Neal Brown’s new deal at West Virginia (16:00) and tracing possible implications of Dartmouth’s men’s basketball team unionizing (27:00) including how it does and does not relate to major conference athletics. Plus, with spring practice getting underway at several prominent programs an early review of storylines to follow at places like Ohio State, Alabama, LSU and Notre Dame (38:45) as well as big-picture adjustments like how newly approved technology of in-helmet communication and sideline tablets (50:20).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arch Manning's video game opt-out, spring practice gets started at Alabama and Ohio State, more! (03/06)

The Cover 3 crew talks Arch Manning, EA Sports video game, spring practice storylines and more. First, discussing Arch Manning’s reported decision to opt out of the EA Sports College Football 25 video game with an eye on the factors that may have contributed to the decision (1:45). Then, noting some important details in Neal Brown’s new deal at West Virginia (16:00) and tracing possible implications of Dartmouth’s men’s basketball team unionizing (27:00) including how it does and does not relate to major conference athletics. Plus, with spring practice getting underway at several prominent programs an early review of storylines to follow at places like Ohio State, Alabama, LSU and Notre Dame (38:45) as well as big-picture adjustments like how newly approved technology of in-helmet communication and sideline tablets (50:20).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59:53

6 Mar 24

NFL Draft Combine Takeaways, plus NEXT MAN UP looks at the WRs you need to know for 2024 (03/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, College Football Playoff expansion and the best WRs for 2024. First, whether the Big Ten and SEC have a case for automatic byes for their conference champions in the proposed 14-team College Football Playoff model (2:30) and how the ACC's uncertain future plays a role in their negotiations regarding the playoff for 2026 and beyond. Then, the NFL Draft Combine takeaways start with highlighting the strength of the offensive linemen at the top of the 2024 class (19:18) along with wide receivers who flashed, players who fell short of expectations and how testing numbers did or did not match production in college. Finally, our Next Man Up series takes a look at the wide receivers who are going to be the stars you need to know for the 2024 college football season (45:30). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft Combine Takeaways, plus NEXT MAN UP looks at the WRs you need to know for 2024 (03/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft, College Football Playoff expansion and the best WRs for 2024. First, whether the Big Ten and SEC have a case for automatic byes for their conference champions in the proposed 14-team College Football Playoff model (2:30) and how the ACC's uncertain future plays a role in their negotiations regarding the playoff for 2026 and beyond. Then, the NFL Draft Combine takeaways start with highlighting the strength of the offensive linemen at the top of the 2024 class (19:18) along with wide receivers who flashed, players who fell short of expectations and how testing numbers did or did not match production in college. Finally, our Next Man Up series takes a look at the wide receivers who are going to be the stars you need to know for the 2024 college football season (45:30). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:05:55

4 Mar 24

NFL Draft Combine Preview, impact of a 14-team playoff with autobids, under the radar QBs, more! (02/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft Combine, College Football Playoff expansion, under the radar QBs for 2024 and more. First, breaking down the potential impact of a 14-team playoff model that includes multiple guaranteed bids for power conferences and even more for the Big Ten and SEC (2:30). Then, the outlook for Kansas under Lance Leipold’s leadership after his new contract was announced this week (13:45), a worst-case scenario for Kalen DeBoer in Year 1 at Alabama (19:32) and what to watch when last year’s college stars are under the lights in Indianapolis at the NFL Draft Combine (24:50). Plus, quarterbacks that could surprise fans with strong performances in 2024 (44:45) and more listener questions like how many points does Iowa’s offense need to average to be a playoff contender (52:11). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft Combine Preview, impact of a 14-team playoff with autobids, under the radar QBs, more! (02/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks NFL Draft Combine, College Football Playoff expansion, under the radar QBs for 2024 and more. First, breaking down the potential impact of a 14-team playoff model that includes multiple guaranteed bids for power conferences and even more for the Big Ten and SEC (2:30). Then, the outlook for Kansas under Lance Leipold’s leadership after his new contract was announced this week (13:45), a worst-case scenario for Kalen DeBoer in Year 1 at Alabama (19:32) and what to watch when last year’s college stars are under the lights in Indianapolis at the NFL Draft Combine (24:50). Plus, quarterbacks that could surprise fans with strong performances in 2024 (44:45) and more listener questions like how many points does Iowa’s offense need to average to be a playoff contender (52:11). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:05

29 Feb 24

Assistant Coaching Carousel Recap: Top 5 hires, biggest names and under-the-radar moves to note heading into 2024 (02/28)

The Cover 3 crew ranks some of the biggest offseason moves among assistant coaches. First, what to make of the latest National Signing Day proposal that includes not only moving the December signing period to earlier in the month but adding another one in late June (2:00), why UMass will find a move to the MAC beneficial (8:48) and Paul Johnson's sharp criticism of former Georgia Tech coach Geoff Collins (16:35). Then it's on to recapping the assistant coaching carousel, starting with a ranking of the top 5 hires from the cycle (25:45). After that, a rundown of some of the headline hires like Bobby Petrino to Arkansas (35:49) and grading the staff hires of new head coaches at Michigan, Alabama, Washington and Texas A&M (49:03). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Assistant Coaching Carousel Recap: Top 5 hires, biggest names and under-the-radar moves to note heading into 2024 (02/28)

The Cover 3 crew ranks some of the biggest offseason moves among assistant coaches. First, what to make of the latest National Signing Day proposal that includes not only moving the December signing period to earlier in the month but adding another one in late June (2:00), why UMass will find a move to the MAC beneficial (8:48) and Paul Johnson's sharp criticism of former Georgia Tech coach Geoff Collins (16:35). Then it's on to recapping the assistant coaching carousel, starting with a ranking of the top 5 hires from the cycle (25:45). After that, a rundown of some of the headline hires like Bobby Petrino to Arkansas (35:49) and grading the staff hires of new head coaches at Michigan, Alabama, Washington and Texas A&M (49:03). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:08:55

28 Feb 24

UCLA taps Eric Bieniemy as OC, SEC wants to move Early Signing Day, more! (02/26)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, Eric Bieniemy, recruiting sports betting and more. First, the many layers of Eric Bieniemy returning to college football as UCLA's offensive coordinator (1:30), including both what it means for the Bruins offense in 2024 and whether this sets up for any future moves for the former Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders OC. Then, the pros and cons of moving Early Signing Day to early December (18:30), takeaways from Tennessee's latest win in its case against the NCAA (27:30), whether players might stick around longer than 4 years in future CFB world with employment (41:22) and how sports betting might influence the sport over the next 20-30 years (51:52). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UCLA taps Eric Bieniemy as OC, SEC wants to move Early Signing Day, more! (02/26)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, Eric Bieniemy, recruiting sports betting and more. First, the many layers of Eric Bieniemy returning to college football as UCLA's offensive coordinator (1:30), including both what it means for the Bruins offense in 2024 and whether this sets up for any future moves for the former Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders OC. Then, the pros and cons of moving Early Signing Day to early December (18:30), takeaways from Tennessee's latest win in its case against the NCAA (27:30), whether players might stick around longer than 4 years in future CFB world with employment (41:22) and how sports betting might influence the sport over the next 20-30 years (51:52). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59:07

26 Feb 24

Will players opt-out of the NCAA video game? CFP talking further expansion, a DeBoer-Cristobal comparison, more! (02/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks NCAA college football video game, playoff expansion and answers listener questions. First, with news of how players will be compensated for being in the new NCAA video game a discussion as to whether any players will opt-out of the opportunity as well as some suggestions for past legends that could be included (3:00). Then it's on to the news from Wednesday's conference commissioners meeting which has the College Football Playoff eyeing potential expansion to 14 or 16 teams before even a single game has been played in the 12-team format (11:23) and Georgia State reportedly eyeing a key Georgia assistant to fill its vacant head coaching position (32:50). Plus, picking one QB, one RB and one WR from any era as long as they played at the same school (35:20) and a listener offers an interesting comparison between Miami's Mario Cristobal and Alabama's Kalen DeBoer along with a debate as to which coach has a better chance to win a national championship (44:25). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will players opt-out of the NCAA video game? CFP talking further expansion, a DeBoer-Cristobal comparison, more! (02/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks NCAA college football video game, playoff expansion and answers listener questions. First, with news of how players will be compensated for being in the new NCAA video game a discussion as to whether any players will opt-out of the opportunity as well as some suggestions for past legends that could be included (3:00). Then it's on to the news from Wednesday's conference commissioners meeting which has the College Football Playoff eyeing potential expansion to 14 or 16 teams before even a single game has been played in the 12-team format (11:23) and Georgia State reportedly eyeing a key Georgia assistant to fill its vacant head coaching position (32:50). Plus, picking one QB, one RB and one WR from any era as long as they played at the same school (35:20) and a listener offers an interesting comparison between Miami's Mario Cristobal and Alabama's Kalen DeBoer along with a debate as to which coach has a better chance to win a national championship (44:25). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

51:37

22 Feb 24

Ranking SEC football coaches, EA Sports video game expectations, latest from FSU vs. ACC, more! (02/19)

The Cover 3 crew talks Steve Sarkisian, Texas, EA Sports College Football and more. First, addressing some recent uncertainty around the new College Football Playoff media rights deal for the future (2:30) and with Steve Sarkisian on his way to getting a big raise from Texas, where does the rank among the coaches in the new-look, 16-team SEC (10:22)? Plus, benefits of the SEC moving to a 9-game conference schedule (20:33), expectations and wish-list items for the new EA Sports College Football video game (31:03), the latest on the FSU vs. ACC legal fight (45:16) and more. Plus, with the ACC approving in-helmet communication for 2024, what are the challenges for coaches and players to address with the adoption of this technology in the college game (48:15)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ranking SEC football coaches, EA Sports video game expectations, latest from FSU vs. ACC, more! (02/19)

The Cover 3 crew talks Steve Sarkisian, Texas, EA Sports College Football and more. First, addressing some recent uncertainty around the new College Football Playoff media rights deal for the future (2:30) and with Steve Sarkisian on his way to getting a big raise from Texas, where does the rank among the coaches in the new-look, 16-team SEC (10:22)? Plus, benefits of the SEC moving to a 9-game conference schedule (20:33), expectations and wish-list items for the new EA Sports College Football video game (31:03), the latest on the FSU vs. ACC legal fight (45:16) and more. Plus, with the ACC approving in-helmet communication for 2024, what are the challenges for coaches and players to address with the adoption of this technology in the college game (48:15)? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54:57

19 Feb 24

Another head coach leaves to be an assistant, NFL Draft QB stock changes, 'Bowl or No Bowl' for Big Ten teams, more! (02/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks Shawn Elliott, South Carolina, Big Ten bowl teams, NFL Draft and more. First, the coaching carousel refuses to stop and on Thursday news broke that Shawn Elliott would be leaving his position as Georgia State's head coach to become the new tight ends coach at South Carolina. What are the factors that impacted the move and how does this fall in line with other head coaches who have left their job for an assistant role somewhere else (1:30)? Then it's on to mailbag questions from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail and the live audience, discussing the QB you'd want for a game-winning drive in the final minute (21:10), a game of "Bowl or No Bowl" for a half dozen Big Ten teams with win totals of 5.5 (28:15) and NFL Draft stock changes for Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy (43:45). Plus, why Virginia Tech could be this year's Louisville in the ACC (49:39) and the perfect time to hold your spring practice and spring game (56:09). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another head coach leaves to be an assistant, NFL Draft QB stock changes, 'Bowl or No Bowl' for Big Ten teams, more! (02/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks Shawn Elliott, South Carolina, Big Ten bowl teams, NFL Draft and more. First, the coaching carousel refuses to stop and on Thursday news broke that Shawn Elliott would be leaving his position as Georgia State's head coach to become the new tight ends coach at South Carolina. What are the factors that impacted the move and how does this fall in line with other head coaches who have left their job for an assistant role somewhere else (1:30)? Then it's on to mailbag questions from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail and the live audience, discussing the QB you'd want for a game-winning drive in the final minute (21:10), a game of "Bowl or No Bowl" for a half dozen Big Ten teams with win totals of 5.5 (28:15) and NFL Draft stock changes for Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy (43:45). Plus, why Virginia Tech could be this year's Louisville in the ACC (49:39) and the perfect time to hold your spring practice and spring game (56:09). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:25

15 Feb 24

Transfer Portal Winners and Losers: Debating quality vs. quantity, top teams that made a splash, more! (02/14)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, College Football Playoff format, Ole Miss, Colorado and more. First, more fallout and reaction to Monday's mid-show breaking news that DeShaun Foster would be taking over for Chip Kelly at UCLA (1:40), followed by a discussion on whether college football could benefit from having a two-minute warning like the NFL (11:35). Plus, with the College Football Playoff set to undergo another round of votes next week to decide the format for 2024 and 2025, the pros and cons to the 6+6 and 5+7 models with an extra automatic qualifier potentially getting cut (19:45). Then, a look at some of the notable transfer portal classes and significant pick ups from the winter window (31:23), highlighting Lane Kiffin's group at Ole Miss, Oregon's pair of quarterbacks with power conference starting experience, Ohio State's superstar additions and a look at how we rate these classes against each other with some teams going heavy on the portal while others pick and choose their spots. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transfer Portal Winners and Losers: Debating quality vs. quantity, top teams that made a splash, more! (02/14)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, College Football Playoff format, Ole Miss, Colorado and more. First, more fallout and reaction to Monday's mid-show breaking news that DeShaun Foster would be taking over for Chip Kelly at UCLA (1:40), followed by a discussion on whether college football could benefit from having a two-minute warning like the NFL (11:35). Plus, with the College Football Playoff set to undergo another round of votes next week to decide the format for 2024 and 2025, the pros and cons to the 6+6 and 5+7 models with an extra automatic qualifier potentially getting cut (19:45). Then, a look at some of the notable transfer portal classes and significant pick ups from the winter window (31:23), highlighting Lane Kiffin's group at Ole Miss, Oregon's pair of quarterbacks with power conference starting experience, Ohio State's superstar additions and a look at how we rate these classes against each other with some teams going heavy on the portal while others pick and choose their spots. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58:37

14 Feb 24

UCLA hires former Bruins star DeShaun Foster to replace Chip Kelly, Alabama needs a new OC, more! (02/12)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, DeShaun Foster, Ryan Grubb, Alabama, Chip Kelly and more. First, discussing Kalen DeBoer staff challenges with the weekend news that offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb and offensive line coach Scott Huff are leaving for NFL opportunities (1:59). Then discussing the mid-show breaking news that UCLA has hired former star running back and assistant coach DeShaun Foster to replace Chip Kelly as the Bruins head coach (15:50). After that it's on to more on Chip Kelly's move to Ohio State (34:25) and other assistant coaching carousel moves of note around Michigan, Kentucky and more (41:14). Finally, in the wake of a thrilling overtime finish in the Super Bowl a conversation on OT decision-making and ways we might change the current college OT rules. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UCLA hires former Bruins star DeShaun Foster to replace Chip Kelly, Alabama needs a new OC, more! (02/12)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, DeShaun Foster, Ryan Grubb, Alabama, Chip Kelly and more. First, discussing Kalen DeBoer staff challenges with the weekend news that offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb and offensive line coach Scott Huff are leaving for NFL opportunities (1:59). Then discussing the mid-show breaking news that UCLA has hired former star running back and assistant coach DeShaun Foster to replace Chip Kelly as the Bruins head coach (15:50). After that it's on to more on Chip Kelly's move to Ohio State (34:25) and other assistant coaching carousel moves of note around Michigan, Kentucky and more (41:14). Finally, in the wake of a thrilling overtime finish in the Super Bowl a conversation on OT decision-making and ways we might change the current college OT rules. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:01:45

12 Feb 24

🚨 Chip Kelly to Ohio State as Buckeyes next OC, Bill O'Brien to Boston College, what's next for UCLA? (02/09) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to Chip Kelly leaving UCLA to join Ohio State as an OC replacement for Bill O'Brien. First, dissecting the fit for Chip Kelly as the next offensive coordinator for an Ohio State team eyeing a national title run (1:00), why a sitting power conference coach might be looking to leave for a coordinator role and potential candidates as the next head coach for UCLA as the Bruins make their move to the Big Ten (10:21). Then, analyzing Boston College's move to tap Bill O'Brien as the Eagles next head coach (26:03) and much more from a busy Friday on the coaching carousel. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Chip Kelly to Ohio State as Buckeyes next OC, Bill O'Brien to Boston College, what's next for UCLA? (02/09) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to Chip Kelly leaving UCLA to join Ohio State as an OC replacement for Bill O'Brien. First, dissecting the fit for Chip Kelly as the next offensive coordinator for an Ohio State team eyeing a national title run (1:00), why a sitting power conference coach might be looking to leave for a coordinator role and potential candidates as the next head coach for UCLA as the Bruins make their move to the Big Ten (10:21). Then, analyzing Boston College's move to tap Bill O'Brien as the Eagles next head coach (26:03) and much more from a busy Friday on the coaching carousel. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

44:32

9 Feb 24

Mailbag: Whether Michigan's title will be vacated, when Texas A&M will make the CFP under Mike Elko, Super Bowl preview, more! (02/08)

The Cover 3 crew talks Super Bowl, Boston College, Chip Kelly, Michigan and more. First, things get rolling with a question from the live audience regarding college quarterbacks from years past that would have gotten a better chance to be successful in the modern NFL (2:17) before a Super Bowl preview, Cover 3 style, with a look at college representation and roster construction for both teams (9:50). Then it's on to the latest in the Boston College coaching search (23:40), the outlook for Chip Kelly in 2024 as he remains a candidate for NFL OC jobs (28:43) and Sherrone Moore's staff hires as Jim Harbaugh continues to tap Michigan coaches for his new staff in Los Angeles (40:43). Finally, the Big Ol' Bag of Mail asks whether Michigan's national championship has any chance of being vacated as a result of NCAA investigations (47:49) and realistic expectations for Texas A&M making the expanded playoff under Mike Elko (53:10). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag: Whether Michigan's title will be vacated, when Texas A&M will make the CFP under Mike Elko, Super Bowl preview, more! (02/08)

The Cover 3 crew talks Super Bowl, Boston College, Chip Kelly, Michigan and more. First, things get rolling with a question from the live audience regarding college quarterbacks from years past that would have gotten a better chance to be successful in the modern NFL (2:17) before a Super Bowl preview, Cover 3 style, with a look at college representation and roster construction for both teams (9:50). Then it's on to the latest in the Boston College coaching search (23:40), the outlook for Chip Kelly in 2024 as he remains a candidate for NFL OC jobs (28:43) and Sherrone Moore's staff hires as Jim Harbaugh continues to tap Michigan coaches for his new staff in Los Angeles (40:43). Finally, the Big Ol' Bag of Mail asks whether Michigan's national championship has any chance of being vacated as a result of NCAA investigations (47:49) and realistic expectations for Texas A&M making the expanded playoff under Mike Elko (53:10). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:15

8 Feb 24

National Signing Day Reaction: Texas A&M beats out LSU, Georgia for 5-star Terry Bussey, takeaways from top teams, more! (02/07)

The Cover 3 crew talks recruiting, Georgia, Texas A&M, Alabama, Big 12 and more. First, recapping the biggest National Signing Day prospect news with 5-star athlete Terry Bussey sticking to his Texas A&M commitment and choosing the Aggies over late pushes from LSU and Georgia (1:30). Then it's on to takeaways from the signing classes of LSU (5:00), Georgia (14:10) and Alabama (20:55) before live audience questions regarding the recruiting outlook for UCF (29:03), Colorado (32:39), the Sun Belt (38:06) and the wide receivers in the 2024 class (43:50). Finally, introducing a new segment titled Billable Hours that gives you what you need to know from the latest updates in NCAA vs. Tennessee (48:58) and the Dartmouth basketball team being deemed employees by the NLRB (54:27). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

National Signing Day Reaction: Texas A&M beats out LSU, Georgia for 5-star Terry Bussey, takeaways from top teams, more! (02/07)

The Cover 3 crew talks recruiting, Georgia, Texas A&M, Alabama, Big 12 and more. First, recapping the biggest National Signing Day prospect news with 5-star athlete Terry Bussey sticking to his Texas A&M commitment and choosing the Aggies over late pushes from LSU and Georgia (1:30). Then it's on to takeaways from the signing classes of LSU (5:00), Georgia (14:10) and Alabama (20:55) before live audience questions regarding the recruiting outlook for UCF (29:03), Colorado (32:39), the Sun Belt (38:06) and the wide receivers in the 2024 class (43:50). Finally, introducing a new segment titled Billable Hours that gives you what you need to know from the latest updates in NCAA vs. Tennessee (48:58) and the Dartmouth basketball team being deemed employees by the NLRB (54:27). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:10

7 Feb 24

What does Big Ten-SEC partnership mean for CFB's future? Plus, more coaches eyeing NFL + National Signing Day Preview! (02/05)

The Cover 3 crew talks NCAA, Big Ten, SEC, College Football Playoff, recruiting and more. First, making sense of the Big Ten-SEC Advisory Board and their stated goals of offering guidance in the future of high-level college sports (2:20). What it means for the future of the NCAA, the College Football Playoff and much more as we are still in the early stages of seeing a consolidation of power even within the power conferences. Then it's on to the latest from the carousel, where a Belichick has landed in the Big Ten (25:04), Boston College is still open and other college coaches are reportedly seeking out NFL opportunities (27:10). Finally, kicking off some recruiting news with a 5-star commitment for Ohio State from the 2025 cycle (40:54) and then the storylines you need to know as the 2024 cycle comes to a close on Wednesday with National Signing Day (43:45). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does Big Ten-SEC partnership mean for CFB's future? Plus, more coaches eyeing NFL + National Signing Day Preview! (02/05)

The Cover 3 crew talks NCAA, Big Ten, SEC, College Football Playoff, recruiting and more. First, making sense of the Big Ten-SEC Advisory Board and their stated goals of offering guidance in the future of high-level college sports (2:20). What it means for the future of the NCAA, the College Football Playoff and much more as we are still in the early stages of seeing a consolidation of power even within the power conferences. Then it's on to the latest from the carousel, where a Belichick has landed in the Big Ten (25:04), Boston College is still open and other college coaches are reportedly seeking out NFL opportunities (27:10). Finally, kicking off some recruiting news with a 5-star commitment for Ohio State from the 2025 cycle (40:54) and then the storylines you need to know as the 2024 cycle comes to a close on Wednesday with National Signing Day (43:45). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

57:02

5 Feb 24

Mailbag: Coaching Carousel keeps spinning! Power 4 of Power 2? Outlook for Penn State, LSU in new-look CFB, more! (02/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jeff Hafley, Big 12, Penn State, LSU, Florida and more. First, hours after declaring the 2023-24 coaching carousel to be completed we were caught off guard by Boston College coach Jeff Hafley leaving the Eagles to take a new job as the Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator (1:20). The crew discusses how Hafley's move might align with the changing nature of college coaching, as well as names that might make sense as the the next Boston College coach. Then it's on to questions from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail focusing on the idea of Power 2 vs. Power 4 (23:00), whether the Big 12 should rebrand with its new lineup (27:50) and players from CFB history who weren't great but were beloved (32:00). Plus, what does Penn State need to do in order to be considered a top-tier team (39:00), LSU's place in the new-look SEC (46:40) and the two-year outlook for Billy Napier at Florida (52:10). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag: Coaching Carousel keeps spinning! Power 4 of Power 2? Outlook for Penn State, LSU in new-look CFB, more! (02/01)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jeff Hafley, Big 12, Penn State, LSU, Florida and more. First, hours after declaring the 2023-24 coaching carousel to be completed we were caught off guard by Boston College coach Jeff Hafley leaving the Eagles to take a new job as the Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator (1:20). The crew discusses how Hafley's move might align with the changing nature of college coaching, as well as names that might make sense as the the next Boston College coach. Then it's on to questions from the Big Ol' Bag of Mail focusing on the idea of Power 2 vs. Power 4 (23:00), whether the Big 12 should rebrand with its new lineup (27:50) and players from CFB history who weren't great but were beloved (32:00). Plus, what does Penn State need to do in order to be considered a top-tier team (39:00), LSU's place in the new-look SEC (46:40) and the two-year outlook for Billy Napier at Florida (52:10). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54:50

1 Feb 24

Coaching Carousel Superlatives for the 2023-24 cycle, plus keys and potential fallout from Tennessee vs. NCAA (01/31)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching changes, Tennessee, NCAA, NIL and more. First, discussing the breaking news Wednesday morning as the state of Tennessee, joined by Virginia, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA over its NIL rules (1:40). This comes in the wake of the NCAA reportedly investigating Tennessee's football program for violations tied to NIL, and provides yet another crossroads for the association and its role in the future of college sports. Then, after a quick run through some of the notable takeaways from the 2024 Big 12 schedule release (21:39) the crew does a deep dive on the 2023-24 coaching carousel using superlatives from the cycle (39:55). Included are discussions around the coach that will lead the biggest improvement on a team's win total (42:52), the most difficult job to take over (46:33), surprise hires (54:17) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coaching Carousel Superlatives for the 2023-24 cycle, plus keys and potential fallout from Tennessee vs. NCAA (01/31)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching changes, Tennessee, NCAA, NIL and more. First, discussing the breaking news Wednesday morning as the state of Tennessee, joined by Virginia, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA over its NIL rules (1:40). This comes in the wake of the NCAA reportedly investigating Tennessee's football program for violations tied to NIL, and provides yet another crossroads for the association and its role in the future of college sports. Then, after a quick run through some of the notable takeaways from the 2024 Big 12 schedule release (21:39) the crew does a deep dive on the 2023-24 coaching carousel using superlatives from the cycle (39:55). Included are discussions around the coach that will lead the biggest improvement on a team's win total (42:52), the most difficult job to take over (46:33), surprise hires (54:17) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:11:36

31 Jan 24

Expectations for the Sherrone Moore era at Michigan, Iowa's OC hire and other assistant carousel moves, more! (01/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks Sherrone Moore, Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, Iowa, Arizona and more. First, kicking off the Sherrone Moore conversation with what his promotion does to help Michigan as he takes over as head coach (1:22) then it's on to taking stock of the Wolverines coaching staff with an eye of who might follow Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers (11:10) and what the expectations for success should be in the first four-to-five years of Moore's tenure (22:00). Plus, Iowa has its next offensive coordinator (36:20), Arizona brings a podcast favorite in to join Brent Brennan's staff (49:00) and thoughts on notable defensive hires at Cincinnati (52:50) and Wisconsin (56:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Expectations for the Sherrone Moore era at Michigan, Iowa's OC hire and other assistant carousel moves, more! (01/29)

The Cover 3 crew talks Sherrone Moore, Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, Iowa, Arizona and more. First, kicking off the Sherrone Moore conversation with what his promotion does to help Michigan as he takes over as head coach (1:22) then it's on to taking stock of the Wolverines coaching staff with an eye of who might follow Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers (11:10) and what the expectations for success should be in the first four-to-five years of Moore's tenure (22:00). Plus, Iowa has its next offensive coordinator (36:20), Arizona brings a podcast favorite in to join Brent Brennan's staff (49:00) and thoughts on notable defensive hires at Cincinnati (52:50) and Wisconsin (56:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:04:46

29 Jan 24

Mailbag! Most overrated and underrated coaching hires, Alabama's big recruiting win, 2024 ACC schedules, more! (01/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, coaching hires, ACC schedules and more. First, continuing the conversation from Wednesday night's breaking news with Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to go the NFL (1:26) including more information on the hiring process requirements for the Wolverines as it pertains to Sherrone Moore's candidacy. Then, thoughts on Kevin Johns as an Iowa OC candidate (9:48), an end-of-year response to the impact of the new clock rules on college football (20:11), takeaways to the 2024 ACC schedule release (25:00) and a big recruiting win for Kalen DeBoer and Alabama (36:00). Plus, the most overrated and underrated hires of the College Football Playoff era (since 2014), Wisconsin's outlook as a potential playoff contender in 2024 (59:02) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! Most overrated and underrated coaching hires, Alabama's big recruiting win, 2024 ACC schedules, more! (01/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, coaching hires, ACC schedules and more. First, continuing the conversation from Wednesday night's breaking news with Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan to go the NFL (1:26) including more information on the hiring process requirements for the Wolverines as it pertains to Sherrone Moore's candidacy. Then, thoughts on Kevin Johns as an Iowa OC candidate (9:48), an end-of-year response to the impact of the new clock rules on college football (20:11), takeaways to the 2024 ACC schedule release (25:00) and a big recruiting win for Kalen DeBoer and Alabama (36:00). Plus, the most overrated and underrated hires of the College Football Playoff era (since 2014), Wisconsin's outlook as a potential playoff contender in 2024 (59:02) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:10:30

25 Jan 24

🚨 Jim Harbaugh is off to the Chargers, what's next for Michigan? (01/24) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan for the NFL. First, final thoughts on the Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan (1:12) and what other members of Michigan's staff might join him in Los Angeles (7:30). Then it's on to the list of Michigan coaching candidates to replace Harbaugh, starting with Sherrone Moore coming off a championship season that saw him take the helm for four games (15:29). Finally, Michigan's future as it relates to the ongoing NCAA investigations (33:30) and expectations for any transfer portal activity in the wake of the coaching change. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Jim Harbaugh is off to the Chargers, what's next for Michigan? (01/24) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan for the NFL. First, final thoughts on the Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan (1:12) and what other members of Michigan's staff might join him in Los Angeles (7:30). Then it's on to the list of Michigan coaching candidates to replace Harbaugh, starting with Sherrone Moore coming off a championship season that saw him take the helm for four games (15:29). Finally, Michigan's future as it relates to the ongoing NCAA investigations (33:30) and expectations for any transfer portal activity in the wake of the coaching change. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

39:30

25 Jan 24

Myth Busters! How much are teams spending in the portal? How is NIL actually work? Plus, latest on Jim Harbaugh and the NFL

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Ohio State, NIL, transfer portal and more. First, after a day of buzz but no action between Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, is Michigan on track to retain its head coach (1:50)? Then, LSU identifies its new offensive coordinator (11:16), Will Rogers announces his return to Washington (15:58) and what to know about Tennessee's latest recruiting win with 5-star QB George MacIntyre (21:44). Finally, the debut edition of Myth Busters Cover 3 style starting with reports of Ohio State's transfer portal spending (32:45), how NIL actually works at the top programs (43:18), how much tampering is taking place in college football (54:30) and more! To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Myth Busters! How much are teams spending in the portal? How is NIL actually work? Plus, latest on Jim Harbaugh and the NFL

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Ohio State, NIL, transfer portal and more. First, after a day of buzz but no action between Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, is Michigan on track to retain its head coach (1:50)? Then, LSU identifies its new offensive coordinator (11:16), Will Rogers announces his return to Washington (15:58) and what to know about Tennessee's latest recruiting win with 5-star QB George MacIntyre (21:44). Finally, the debut edition of Myth Busters Cover 3 style starting with reports of Ohio State's transfer portal spending (32:45), how NIL actually works at the top programs (43:18), how much tampering is taking place in college football (54:30) and more! To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58:29

24 Jan 24

Caleb Downs and Bill O'Brien to Ohio State, Alabama's QB room for 2024, more! (01/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks Ohio State, Alabama, Caleb Downs, transfer portal and more. First, taking stock of Ohio State's continued transfer portal success with the additions of Caleb Downs and Julian Sayin from Alabama (1:40) then what Kadyn Proctor's addition to Iowa means for the Hawkeyes (12:00). Plus, Kalen DeBoer's former Washington players that are joining him at Alabama (23:03), Arizona keeping its top offensive stars out of the transfer portal (30:57) and a coaching carousel round-up that discusses Bill O'Brien as Ohio State's OC (39:00), San Jose State hiring Ken Niumatalolo (48:23), Chip Kelly's future with UCLA (52:05) and Pete Lembo's return to the MAC as Buffalo's new head coach (57:13). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Caleb Downs and Bill O'Brien to Ohio State, Alabama's QB room for 2024, more! (01/22)

The Cover 3 crew talks Ohio State, Alabama, Caleb Downs, transfer portal and more. First, taking stock of Ohio State's continued transfer portal success with the additions of Caleb Downs and Julian Sayin from Alabama (1:40) then what Kadyn Proctor's addition to Iowa means for the Hawkeyes (12:00). Plus, Kalen DeBoer's former Washington players that are joining him at Alabama (23:03), Arizona keeping its top offensive stars out of the transfer portal (30:57) and a coaching carousel round-up that discusses Bill O'Brien as Ohio State's OC (39:00), San Jose State hiring Ken Niumatalolo (48:23), Chip Kelly's future with UCLA (52:05) and Pete Lembo's return to the MAC as Buffalo's new head coach (57:13). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59:57

22 Jan 24

Mailbag! Former CFB stars who could have benefited from NIL, how to level up into a title contender, more! (01/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks Kadyn Proctor, transfer portal, NIL, coaching carousel and more. First, a robust and interactive mailbag episodes starts with questions from the live audience, like what coaches might not have been as successful in the transfer portal and NIL era (1:37). Then, on the topic of the portal, the future for former 5-star OT Kadyn Proctor as he eyes an Alabama exit (7:19). Then, what happens first: Alabama wins its next national title or the Blue Chip Ratio Gets Broken (22:17). Plus, updates from the coaching carousel (26:00), how schools and programs can level up to compete for national titles annually (32:10), what former college stars would have benefited from the current NIL and transfer portal model (39:30) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag! Former CFB stars who could have benefited from NIL, how to level up into a title contender, more! (01/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks Kadyn Proctor, transfer portal, NIL, coaching carousel and more. First, a robust and interactive mailbag episodes starts with questions from the live audience, like what coaches might not have been as successful in the transfer portal and NIL era (1:37). Then, on the topic of the portal, the future for former 5-star OT Kadyn Proctor as he eyes an Alabama exit (7:19). Then, what happens first: Alabama wins its next national title or the Blue Chip Ratio Gets Broken (22:17). Plus, updates from the coaching carousel (26:00), how schools and programs can level up to compete for national titles annually (32:10), what former college stars would have benefited from the current NIL and transfer portal model (39:30) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:00:02

18 Jan 24

Alabama stars hitting the portal, plus Way-Too-Early Top 25 college football rankings after the NFL Draft deadline (01/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, transfer portal and more. First, reaction to Arizona's hire of San Jose State's Brent Brennan to replace Jedd Fisch (1:30) and a big-picture look at Alabama's staff as Kalen DeBoer's coordinator hires include two sitting head coaches from the FBS level (8:18). Then it's on to the some of the breaking news of Wednesday as Alabama DB Caleb Downs has entered the transfer portal (19:10) after a rookie season that saw him named the CBS Sports Freshman of the Year. As one of many Alabama stars to enter the portal since Nick Saban retired, what's the roster outlook for the Crimson Tide and what schools could be benefiting from the portal exodus in Tuscaloosa? Finally, breaking down our Way-Too-Early Top 25 ballots after the NFL Draft deadline with a consensus on the teams at the top and plenty of debate for those spots outside the top 10 (35:20). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama stars hitting the portal, plus Way-Too-Early Top 25 college football rankings after the NFL Draft deadline (01/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, transfer portal and more. First, reaction to Arizona's hire of San Jose State's Brent Brennan to replace Jedd Fisch (1:30) and a big-picture look at Alabama's staff as Kalen DeBoer's coordinator hires include two sitting head coaches from the FBS level (8:18). Then it's on to the some of the breaking news of Wednesday as Alabama DB Caleb Downs has entered the transfer portal (19:10) after a rookie season that saw him named the CBS Sports Freshman of the Year. As one of many Alabama stars to enter the portal since Nick Saban retired, what's the roster outlook for the Crimson Tide and what schools could be benefiting from the portal exodus in Tuscaloosa? Finally, breaking down our Way-Too-Early Top 25 ballots after the NFL Draft deadline with a consensus on the teams at the top and plenty of debate for those spots outside the top 10 (35:20). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:05:15

17 Jan 24

Washington hires Jedd Fisch to replace Kalen DeBoer, Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy headlines NFL exodus, latest on Jim Harbaugh, more! (01/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, NFL, coaching carousel, Cam Ward and more. First, reacting to Washington's quick move to target and hire Arizona coach Jedd Fisch as the replacement for Kalen DeBoer (1:40). Then, names in the mix for the now-open Arizona job as the Wildcats move to the Big 12 (16:38) and the latest from the transfer portal, starting with Miami getting Cam Ward to back off his initial NFL Draft interest and commit to the Hurricanes for 2024 (31:32). Finally, one week removed from a national championship the NFL announcements have started for quarterback J.J. McCarthy and other Wolverines stars. What will Michigan look like in 2024 after the draft exits (47:58) and will Jim Harbaugh be the coach as he begins meeting with NFL teams (55:40)? To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington hires Jedd Fisch to replace Kalen DeBoer, Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy headlines NFL exodus, latest on Jim Harbaugh, more! (01/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, NFL, coaching carousel, Cam Ward and more. First, reacting to Washington's quick move to target and hire Arizona coach Jedd Fisch as the replacement for Kalen DeBoer (1:40). Then, names in the mix for the now-open Arizona job as the Wildcats move to the Big 12 (16:38) and the latest from the transfer portal, starting with Miami getting Cam Ward to back off his initial NFL Draft interest and commit to the Hurricanes for 2024 (31:32). Finally, one week removed from a national championship the NFL announcements have started for quarterback J.J. McCarthy and other Wolverines stars. What will Michigan look like in 2024 after the draft exits (47:58) and will Jim Harbaugh be the coach as he begins meeting with NFL teams (55:40)? To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:06:31

15 Jan 24

🚨 Alabama taps Washington's Kalen DeBoer to replace Nick Saban as the Crimson Tide head coach (01/12) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news of Alabama hiring Washington's Kalen DeBoer. First, general reactions to the hire and first thoughts on what made DeBoer an attractive candidate to the Crimson Tide, plus the most important challenges he has in his first weeks and months on the job. Then, what we learned from the coaching search including the new deals for Steve Sarkisian at Texas and Mike Norvell at Florida State, as well as potential candidates for Washington as it looks for a new head coach. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Alabama taps Washington's Kalen DeBoer to replace Nick Saban as the Crimson Tide head coach (01/12) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news of Alabama hiring Washington's Kalen DeBoer. First, general reactions to the hire and first thoughts on what made DeBoer an attractive candidate to the Crimson Tide, plus the most important challenges he has in his first weeks and months on the job. Then, what we learned from the coaching search including the new deals for Steve Sarkisian at Texas and Mike Norvell at Florida State, as well as potential candidates for Washington as it looks for a new head coach. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42:12

12 Jan 24

MAILBAG! Alabama coaching candidates, Ohio State loading up for 2024, changes to the CFP committee, more! (01/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama coaching search, Nick Saban, Dan Lanning, Mike Norvell and more. First, continued conversation on Nick Saban's decision to retire with a focus on the many ways he created a competitive edge in the sport (4:00) before diving into the 2024 Alabama outlook knowing that players will have the option to transfer out without penalty (14:18). Then, after discussing the factors that might have sparked this retirement decision (18:10), a renewed look at the list of candidates and the timeline for Alabama naming its next head coach (25:10). Finally, with Emeka Egbuka announcing his return to Ohio State why the Buckeyes are primed for a big year in 2024 (45:20) and what changes should be made to the College Football Playoff selection committee or selection criteria. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAILBAG! Alabama coaching candidates, Ohio State loading up for 2024, changes to the CFP committee, more! (01/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama coaching search, Nick Saban, Dan Lanning, Mike Norvell and more. First, continued conversation on Nick Saban's decision to retire with a focus on the many ways he created a competitive edge in the sport (4:00) before diving into the 2024 Alabama outlook knowing that players will have the option to transfer out without penalty (14:18). Then, after discussing the factors that might have sparked this retirement decision (18:10), a renewed look at the list of candidates and the timeline for Alabama naming its next head coach (25:10). Finally, with Emeka Egbuka announcing his return to Ohio State why the Buckeyes are primed for a big year in 2024 (45:20) and what changes should be made to the College Football Playoff selection committee or selection criteria. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:00

11 Jan 24

🚨 Nick Saban is retiring! The GOAT's legacy at Alabama and what's next for the Crimson Tide? 🚨

The Cover 3 crew react to Nick Saban's retirement! First, the timing of the situation and the domino effect this has on the college football landscape! (1:58) Next, Saban's incredible legacy at Alabama and on the sport in general. (7:00) Finally, who will the Crimson Tide tab as their next head coach? (13:00) Please vote Cover 3 in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Nick Saban is retiring! The GOAT's legacy at Alabama and what's next for the Crimson Tide? 🚨

The Cover 3 crew react to Nick Saban's retirement! First, the timing of the situation and the domino effect this has on the college football landscape! (1:58) Next, Saban's incredible legacy at Alabama and on the sport in general. (7:00) Finally, who will the Crimson Tide tab as their next head coach? (13:00) Please vote Cover 3 in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

33:10

11 Jan 24

Bowl Season Superlatives! Cover 3 Awards for the Player, Team, Coach and Game of the postseason (01/10)

The Cover 3 crew hands out some awards for the 2023-24 bowl season in college football. First, after more fallout from Monday night's title game (2:04), including how to interpret the Jim Harbaugh-to-NFL speculation, the focus turns to recent NFL Draft decisions (12:20) and reactions to the final college football rankings from the AP Top 25, Coaches Poll and more (18:12). Then it's on to the Cover 3 Podcast Awards, with bowl season superlatives for the Player of the Bowl Season (35:15), Coach of the Bowl Season (40:05), Game of the Bowl Season (42:58), Team of the Bowl Season (49:55) and a wide array of honors handed out in The Fornelli's (52:35). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bowl Season Superlatives! Cover 3 Awards for the Player, Team, Coach and Game of the postseason (01/10)

The Cover 3 crew hands out some awards for the 2023-24 bowl season in college football. First, after more fallout from Monday night's title game (2:04), including how to interpret the Jim Harbaugh-to-NFL speculation, the focus turns to recent NFL Draft decisions (12:20) and reactions to the final college football rankings from the AP Top 25, Coaches Poll and more (18:12). Then it's on to the Cover 3 Podcast Awards, with bowl season superlatives for the Player of the Bowl Season (35:15), Coach of the Bowl Season (40:05), Game of the Bowl Season (42:58), Team of the Bowl Season (49:55) and a wide array of honors handed out in The Fornelli's (52:35). To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59:01

10 Jan 24

CFP National Championship Instant Reaction: Jim Harbaugh, Michigan top Washington for Wolverines first title since 1997 (01/09)

The Cover 3 crew reacts live to Michigan's 34-13 win against Washington in the national championship. First, thoughts on how the game played out with the Wolverines defense setting the tone (2:28) and then more specific looks at JJ McCarthy (11:50), Michigan's dominance throughout the season (20:30), the officiating in the title game (26:32) and more. Then, what Michigan is bringing back for 2024 and whether it will include Jim Harbaugh as head coach (37:30), predicting next year's national champion (41:39) and other way-too-early debates on next season's outlook. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFP National Championship Instant Reaction: Jim Harbaugh, Michigan top Washington for Wolverines first title since 1997 (01/09)

The Cover 3 crew reacts live to Michigan's 34-13 win against Washington in the national championship. First, thoughts on how the game played out with the Wolverines defense setting the tone (2:28) and then more specific looks at JJ McCarthy (11:50), Michigan's dominance throughout the season (20:30), the officiating in the title game (26:32) and more. Then, what Michigan is bringing back for 2024 and whether it will include Jim Harbaugh as head coach (37:30), predicting next year's national champion (41:39) and other way-too-early debates on next season's outlook. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:07:24

9 Jan 24

Ohio State portal moves, LSU's DC hire plus TOP PROPS for Monday's Michigan-Washington title game! (01/08)

The Cover 3 crew picks out their best player prop bets for the Michigan-Washington championship game. First, after a vibe check from the scene in Houston ahead of Monday night's national championship game (1:34) a look at a big weekend for LSU with the hire of a new defensive coordinator (4:55) and a commitment from the No. 1 player in the 2025 recruiting cycle (10:42). Then it's on to the latest from the transfer portal, where Ohio State continues to add pieces on offense (15:54), Boise State lands a former five-star QB and Liberty retains its star QB after a brief portal flirtation. Finally, unpacking the matchup between Michigan and Washington again with the best player prop bets, focusing on Michael Penix Jr. (34:23), J.J. McCarthy (40:27), Blake Corum (42:16), Rome Odunze (45:44) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State portal moves, LSU's DC hire plus TOP PROPS for Monday's Michigan-Washington title game! (01/08)

The Cover 3 crew picks out their best player prop bets for the Michigan-Washington championship game. First, after a vibe check from the scene in Houston ahead of Monday night's national championship game (1:34) a look at a big weekend for LSU with the hire of a new defensive coordinator (4:55) and a commitment from the No. 1 player in the 2025 recruiting cycle (10:42). Then it's on to the latest from the transfer portal, where Ohio State continues to add pieces on offense (15:54), Boise State lands a former five-star QB and Liberty retains its star QB after a brief portal flirtation. Finally, unpacking the matchup between Michigan and Washington again with the best player prop bets, focusing on Michael Penix Jr. (34:23), J.J. McCarthy (40:27), Blake Corum (42:16), Rome Odunze (45:44) and more. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:02:53

8 Jan 24

College Football Playoff National Championship Best Bets: Sides, totals and more for Monday night's Michigan-Washington showdown (01/04)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the college football championship game between Michigan and Washington. First, a look at the exodus of Alabama players to the NFL Draft and transfer portal with an eye on what the Crimson Tide have coming in next season for 2024 (3:20) as well as other notable NFL Draft decisions from across the country (10:58). Then, the breaking news of Ole Miss star running back Quinshon Judkins entering the transfer portal headlines a run of the latest portal headlines (25:13) before moving on to the best bets for Michigan-Washington (39:56). Included are the best against the spread plays, ways to attack the total and any first half bets that you should lock in prior to Monday night's kickoff. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff National Championship Best Bets: Sides, totals and more for Monday night's Michigan-Washington showdown (01/04)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the college football championship game between Michigan and Washington. First, a look at the exodus of Alabama players to the NFL Draft and transfer portal with an eye on what the Crimson Tide have coming in next season for 2024 (3:20) as well as other notable NFL Draft decisions from across the country (10:58). Then, the breaking news of Ole Miss star running back Quinshon Judkins entering the transfer portal headlines a run of the latest portal headlines (25:13) before moving on to the best bets for Michigan-Washington (39:56). Included are the best against the spread plays, ways to attack the total and any first half bets that you should lock in prior to Monday night's kickoff. To display your continued support of the show, please vote for the Cover 3 Podcast in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best American Football Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-american-football-podcast/ Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:06:19

4 Jan 24

QB dominoes in the transfer portal, bowl season wrap-up and BIG GAME BREAKDOWN for Michigan-Washington (01/03)

The Cover 3 crew offers a deep-dive preview of the CFP title game between Michigan and Washington. First, discussing the latest big moves from the transfer portal including DJ Uiagalelei committing to Florida State, Liberty QB Kaidon Salter entering the portal and Cam Ward declarding for the NFL Draft (9:30). Then, Gene Chizik is out at UNC as defensive coordinator (14:55) and Ohio State's loss to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl has renewed frustrations from Buckeye fans with Ryan Day (27:55). Finally, a deep dive on the College Football Playoff National Championship in BIG GAME BREAKDOWN with a look at Washington's offense vs. Michigan's defense (47:50), Michigan's offense vs. Washington's defense (58:24), coaching and other X-factors (1:10:52). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QB dominoes in the transfer portal, bowl season wrap-up and BIG GAME BREAKDOWN for Michigan-Washington (01/03)

The Cover 3 crew offers a deep-dive preview of the CFP title game between Michigan and Washington. First, discussing the latest big moves from the transfer portal including DJ Uiagalelei committing to Florida State, Liberty QB Kaidon Salter entering the portal and Cam Ward declarding for the NFL Draft (9:30). Then, Gene Chizik is out at UNC as defensive coordinator (14:55) and Ohio State's loss to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl has renewed frustrations from Buckeye fans with Ryan Day (27:55). Finally, a deep dive on the College Football Playoff National Championship in BIG GAME BREAKDOWN with a look at Washington's offense vs. Michigan's defense (47:50), Michigan's offense vs. Washington's defense (58:24), coaching and other X-factors (1:10:52). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:24:33

3 Jan 24

CFB Playoff REACTION! Michigan takes down Alabama in the Rose Bowl! Washington beats Texas in a Sugar Bowl thriller!

The Cover 3 crew give their INSTANT REACTION to the College Football Playoff Semifinal games! First, Michael Penix's spectacular performance (1:15) and why Texas struggled with the deep ball and in the red zone. (10:14) Then, Michigan's overtime victory over Alabama in the Rose Bowl! (16:20) How did Jim Harbaugh outcoach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide? (20:30) Finally, the guys preview the National Championship game! (31:54) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Playoff REACTION! Michigan takes down Alabama in the Rose Bowl! Washington beats Texas in a Sugar Bowl thriller!

The Cover 3 crew give their INSTANT REACTION to the College Football Playoff Semifinal games! First, Michael Penix's spectacular performance (1:15) and why Texas struggled with the deep ball and in the red zone. (10:14) Then, Michigan's overtime victory over Alabama in the Rose Bowl! (16:20) How did Jim Harbaugh outcoach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide? (20:30) Finally, the guys preview the National Championship game! (31:54) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43:49

2 Jan 24

College Football Playoff Big Game Breakdown: Keys to victory, X-factors and best bets for Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas

The Cover 3 crew does a deep dive preview and makes picks for the Rose Bowl and the Sugar Bowl. After a brief review of USC's impressive performance against Louisville without Caleb Williams in the Holiday Bowl (1:50) the College Football Playoff preview gets rolling with a look at the on-field matchups that will decide the Rose Bowl between Michigan and Alabama (8:54). Then, debating the coaching edge between Jim Harbaugh and Nick Saban (21:24) and best bets for the game (28:54). After that it's the keys and X-factors for the Sugar Bowl between Washington and Texas (39:32), best bets for that game (50:41) and MoneyLine Sprinkles for the College Football Playoff semifinals (57:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Big Game Breakdown: Keys to victory, X-factors and best bets for Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas

The Cover 3 crew does a deep dive preview and makes picks for the Rose Bowl and the Sugar Bowl. After a brief review of USC's impressive performance against Louisville without Caleb Williams in the Holiday Bowl (1:50) the College Football Playoff preview gets rolling with a look at the on-field matchups that will decide the Rose Bowl between Michigan and Alabama (8:54). Then, debating the coaching edge between Jim Harbaugh and Nick Saban (21:24) and best bets for the game (28:54). After that it's the keys and X-factors for the Sugar Bowl between Washington and Texas (39:32), best bets for that game (50:41) and MoneyLine Sprinkles for the College Football Playoff semifinals (57:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:13

28 Dec 23

College football bowl game best bets: Ole Miss-Penn State, Georgia-Florida State highlights New Year's Six games

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the Peach Bowl, Orange Bowl and more. First, detailing the pregame speculation around Kansas and the eventual double-digit Jayhawks win against UNLV in Tuesday night bowl action, with an eye on what Lance Leipold has coming back for 2024 (1:40). Then it's on to the next edition of BOWLNANZA with previews and picks for Ole Miss-Penn State in the Peach Bowl (12:40), Auburn-Maryland in the Music City Bowl (17:46), Georgia-Florida State in the Orange Bowl (21:12) and Wyoming-Toledo in the Arizona Bowl (28:58). Plus, a rundown of the non-playoff New Year's Day bowl games with best bets for LSU-Wisconsin in the Reliaquest Bowl (32:58), Oregon-Liberty in the Fiesta Bowl (37:25), Tennessee-Iowa in the Citrus Bowl (39:55) and the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (45:22). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football bowl game best bets: Ole Miss-Penn State, Georgia-Florida State highlights New Year's Six games

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the Peach Bowl, Orange Bowl and more. First, detailing the pregame speculation around Kansas and the eventual double-digit Jayhawks win against UNLV in Tuesday night bowl action, with an eye on what Lance Leipold has coming back for 2024 (1:40). Then it's on to the next edition of BOWLNANZA with previews and picks for Ole Miss-Penn State in the Peach Bowl (12:40), Auburn-Maryland in the Music City Bowl (17:46), Georgia-Florida State in the Orange Bowl (21:12) and Wyoming-Toledo in the Arizona Bowl (28:58). Plus, a rundown of the non-playoff New Year's Day bowl games with best bets for LSU-Wisconsin in the Reliaquest Bowl (32:58), Oregon-Liberty in the Fiesta Bowl (37:25), Tennessee-Iowa in the Citrus Bowl (39:55) and the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (45:22). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

52:23

27 Dec 23

Outlook for FSU vs. ACC, Notre Dame's OC hire, BOWLNANZA previews the midweek bowl games! (12/26)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the midweek college football bowl games. First, now that we have seen the legal filings from Florida State and the ACC a look at what each side is arguing and the path forward (1:30). Then, Jerry Kill steps down at New Mexico State (7:20), Ole Miss continues its impressive run in the transfer portal (12:49) and reaction to Notre Dame's hire of LSU's Mike Denbrock as its new OC (21:40). After that it's on to BOWLNANZA, with best bets and breakdowns for Virginia Tech-Tulane in the Military Bowl (32:58), UNC-West Virginia in the Duke's Mayo Bowl (36:21), USC-Louisville in the Holiday Bowl (40:32), Oklahoma State-Texas A&M in the Texas Bowl (42:40), SMU-Boston College in the Fenway Bowl (46:57), Miami-Rutgers in the Pinstripe Bowl (49:10), NC State-Kansas State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl (51:32), Arizona-Oklahoma in the Alamo Bowl (57:33), Clemson-Kentucky in the Gator Bowl (59:11), Notre Dame-Oregon State in the Sun Bowl (1:00:58), Iowa State-Memphis in the Liberty Bowl (1:04:50) and Ohio State-Missouri in the Cotton Bowl (1:06:19). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Outlook for FSU vs. ACC, Notre Dame's OC hire, BOWLNANZA previews the midweek bowl games! (12/26)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best bets for the midweek college football bowl games. First, now that we have seen the legal filings from Florida State and the ACC a look at what each side is arguing and the path forward (1:30). Then, Jerry Kill steps down at New Mexico State (7:20), Ole Miss continues its impressive run in the transfer portal (12:49) and reaction to Notre Dame's hire of LSU's Mike Denbrock as its new OC (21:40). After that it's on to BOWLNANZA, with best bets and breakdowns for Virginia Tech-Tulane in the Military Bowl (32:58), UNC-West Virginia in the Duke's Mayo Bowl (36:21), USC-Louisville in the Holiday Bowl (40:32), Oklahoma State-Texas A&M in the Texas Bowl (42:40), SMU-Boston College in the Fenway Bowl (46:57), Miami-Rutgers in the Pinstripe Bowl (49:10), NC State-Kansas State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl (51:32), Arizona-Oklahoma in the Alamo Bowl (57:33), Clemson-Kentucky in the Gator Bowl (59:11), Notre Dame-Oregon State in the Sun Bowl (1:00:58), Iowa State-Memphis in the Liberty Bowl (1:04:50) and Ohio State-Missouri in the Cotton Bowl (1:06:19). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:11:04

26 Dec 23

Florida State's next steps in potential ACC exit, plus college football bowl game best bets for the weekend! (12/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks Florida State's potential legal battle with the ACC and shares their best bowl game bets. First, with the news that Florida State will hold an emergency board meeting on Friday -- and the expectation that the meeting will include discussions of a legal challenge against the ACC -- what are the steps and potential timeline for the Seminoles to leave the conference (4:30)? Then it's on to Part 2 of BOWLNANZA with best bets and previews for Syracuse-USF in the Boca Raton Bowl (22:00), UCF-Georgia Tech in the Gasparilla Bowl, Arkansas State-Northern Illinois in the Camellia Bowl (37:55), JMU-Air Force int he Armed Forces Bowl, Utah State-Georgia State in the Potato Bowl, South Alabama-Eastern Michigan in the 68 Ventures Bowl, Utah-Northwestern in the Las Vegas Bowl, San Jose State-Coastal Carolina in the Hawaii Bowl and so much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:00:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's next steps in potential ACC exit, plus college football bowl game best bets for the weekend! (12/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks Florida State's potential legal battle with the ACC and shares their best bowl game bets. First, with the news that Florida State will hold an emergency board meeting on Friday -- and the expectation that the meeting will include discussions of a legal challenge against the ACC -- what are the steps and potential timeline for the Seminoles to leave the conference (4:30)? Then it's on to Part 2 of BOWLNANZA with best bets and previews for Syracuse-USF in the Boca Raton Bowl (22:00), UCF-Georgia Tech in the Gasparilla Bowl, Arkansas State-Northern Illinois in the Camellia Bowl (37:55), JMU-Air Force int he Armed Forces Bowl, Utah State-Georgia State in the Potato Bowl, South Alabama-Eastern Michigan in the 68 Ventures Bowl, Utah-Northwestern in the Las Vegas Bowl, San Jose State-Coastal Carolina in the Hawaii Bowl and so much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:00:20). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:06:09

21 Dec 23

National Signing Day Reaction: Georgia, Alabama top rankings while Miami and Oregon are among the signing day winners (12/20)

The Cover 3 crew discuss some of the big recruiting headlines from 2023 National Signing Day. First, big picture takeaways including how the NIL era has led to the 5-stars being more evenly spread across the country (1:45) and then a more school-focused starting with Georgia and its No. 1 class (6:15). Then, Florida hangs on to DJ Lagway (11:20), No. 1 overall prospect WR Jeremiah Smith commits to Ohio State with some late recruiting drama (17:30) and Oregon looking poised to hit the ground running in the Big Ten as a conference title contender (24:00). Plus, a disappointing signing day for Florida State paired with Miami's strong finish (33:30), CJ Carr and Notre Dame's 2024 class (38:45), a look at Colorado (41:00) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

National Signing Day Reaction: Georgia, Alabama top rankings while Miami and Oregon are among the signing day winners (12/20)

The Cover 3 crew discuss some of the big recruiting headlines from 2023 National Signing Day. First, big picture takeaways including how the NIL era has led to the 5-stars being more evenly spread across the country (1:45) and then a more school-focused starting with Georgia and its No. 1 class (6:15). Then, Florida hangs on to DJ Lagway (11:20), No. 1 overall prospect WR Jeremiah Smith commits to Ohio State with some late recruiting drama (17:30) and Oregon looking poised to hit the ground running in the Big Ten as a conference title contender (24:00). Plus, a disappointing signing day for Florida State paired with Miami's strong finish (33:30), CJ Carr and Notre Dame's 2024 class (38:45), a look at Colorado (41:00) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

48:02

21 Dec 23

Upon Further Review: Kyle McCord to Syracuse, portal buzz, Jerry Kill is upset, more early bowl takeaways! (12/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, bowl games, coaching carousel and more. First, the latest headlines from the transfer portal start with former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord committing to Syracuse and what that says about Fran Brown's early work with the Orange (1:00). Then, productive Toledo QB Dequan Finn chooses Baylor (12:01), Will Rogers hopes to be the successor to Michael Penix Jr. at Washington (14:05) and the expectations for DJ Uiagalelei and Cam Ward (18:45). Plus, Lane Kiffin moving closer to being the "Portal King" of the 2023-24 offseason (26:03), former Indiana head coach Tom Allen lands as Penn State's new defensive coordinator (30:53) and then Upon Further Review focuses on the weekend's bowl action, starting with Jerry Kill's pointed comments at New Mexico's AD after New Mexico State's bowl loss to Fresno State (35:15). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: Kyle McCord to Syracuse, portal buzz, Jerry Kill is upset, more early bowl takeaways! (12/18)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, bowl games, coaching carousel and more. First, the latest headlines from the transfer portal start with former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord committing to Syracuse and what that says about Fran Brown's early work with the Orange (1:00). Then, productive Toledo QB Dequan Finn chooses Baylor (12:01), Will Rogers hopes to be the successor to Michael Penix Jr. at Washington (14:05) and the expectations for DJ Uiagalelei and Cam Ward (18:45). Plus, Lane Kiffin moving closer to being the "Portal King" of the 2023-24 offseason (26:03), former Indiana head coach Tom Allen lands as Penn State's new defensive coordinator (30:53) and then Upon Further Review focuses on the weekend's bowl action, starting with Jerry Kill's pointed comments at New Mexico's AD after New Mexico State's bowl loss to Fresno State (35:15). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:04:19

18 Dec 23

BOWLNANZA: Best bets, bowl pool plays for a loaded Saturday including UCLA-Boise State, Texas Tech-Cal and more! (12/14)

The Cover 3 crew previews and picks the first weekend of college football bowl games. First, takeaways from the 2024 SEC schedule release including teams with the most/least favorable draws (2:15) and the latest from the transfer portal starting with Texas QB Maalik Murphy's plan to not only enter the portal but not participate with the Longhorns in the College Football Playoff (15:40). Then it's on to the first edition of BOWLNANZA with breakdowns and best bets for all six of Saturday's games plus two early-week showdowns on Monday and Tuesday (29:00) followed by the first bowl edition of MoneyLine Sprinkles (59:17). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOWLNANZA: Best bets, bowl pool plays for a loaded Saturday including UCLA-Boise State, Texas Tech-Cal and more! (12/14)

The Cover 3 crew previews and picks the first weekend of college football bowl games. First, takeaways from the 2024 SEC schedule release including teams with the most/least favorable draws (2:15) and the latest from the transfer portal starting with Texas QB Maalik Murphy's plan to not only enter the portal but not participate with the Longhorns in the College Football Playoff (15:40). Then it's on to the first edition of BOWLNANZA with breakdowns and best bets for all six of Saturday's games plus two early-week showdowns on Monday and Tuesday (29:00) followed by the first bowl edition of MoneyLine Sprinkles (59:17). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:07:32

14 Dec 23

Flip watch for 5-star QB Dylan Raiola and more 2023 National Signing Day storylines, latest portal moves and buzz, more! (12/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks recruiting, Georgia, Nebraska, Cam Ward, Riley Leonard and more. First, what Notre Dame is getting with the addition of QB Riley Leonard (1:50) and more portal including the latest visits for Cam Ward and DJ Uiagalelei (12:35). Then, celebrating the 247Sports True Freshman All-America team (27:05) and a deep dive on National Signing Day storylines one week out that starts with 5-star Dylan Raiola potentially flipping his commitment from Georgia to Nebraska (33:15). Plus, more flip watch with an eye on No. 1 WR Jeremiah Smith, Florida's 5-star QB commit DJ Lagway and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Flip watch for 5-star QB Dylan Raiola and more 2023 National Signing Day storylines, latest portal moves and buzz, more! (12/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks recruiting, Georgia, Nebraska, Cam Ward, Riley Leonard and more. First, what Notre Dame is getting with the addition of QB Riley Leonard (1:50) and more portal including the latest visits for Cam Ward and DJ Uiagalelei (12:35). Then, celebrating the 247Sports True Freshman All-America team (27:05) and a deep dive on National Signing Day storylines one week out that starts with 5-star Dylan Raiola potentially flipping his commitment from Georgia to Nebraska (33:15). Plus, more flip watch with an eye on No. 1 WR Jeremiah Smith, Florida's 5-star QB commit DJ Lagway and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

55:56

13 Dec 23

Jayden Daniels' Heisman win, Army's epic win vs. Navy, coaching carousel and portal buzz, more! (12/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, coaching carousel, Heisman voting and more. First, a look not just at Jayden Daniels' Heisman Trophy win but the voting results which showed strong support for Michael Penix Jr. over the other contenders (1:00). Then, updates from the coaching carousel react to Duke Tulane making new head coaching hires (15:55) as well as notable assistant coach movement at USC, Michigan State and TCU. Plus, transfer portal updates with Dillon Gabriel committed to Oregon and a recap of the dramatic finish between Army and Navy (53:03). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jayden Daniels' Heisman win, Army's epic win vs. Navy, coaching carousel and portal buzz, more! (12/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, coaching carousel, Heisman voting and more. First, a look not just at Jayden Daniels' Heisman Trophy win but the voting results which showed strong support for Michael Penix Jr. over the other contenders (1:00). Then, updates from the coaching carousel react to Duke Tulane making new head coaching hires (15:55) as well as notable assistant coach movement at USC, Michigan State and TCU. Plus, transfer portal updates with Dillon Gabriel committed to Oregon and a recap of the dramatic finish between Army and Navy (53:03). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:03:40

11 Dec 23

Army-Navy LOCKS, ranking 2023 Alabama vs. other Tide teams, USC's QB situation in 2024, more! (12/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching carousel, Army, Navy, Alabama and more. First, the show gets rolling with a couple of questions from the live audience, including whether Florida State would have been left out of the College Football Playoff if Georgia had beaten Alabama (1:00). Then it’s on to some coaching carousel news with the retirement of Wyoming coach Craig Bohl (5:55) and Duke reportedly targeting Penn State DC Manny Diaz as a candidate for its head coaching position (12:30). Then it’s on to Army-Navy LOCKS with a preview of Saturday’s game with an eye on the biggest storylines, which includes one of the lowest over-under totals of the season (24:36). Plus, more questions from the Big Ol Bag of Mail that discuss USC’s quarterback situation after Caleb Williams, where this Alabama team stacks up against others in Saban’s tenure and more! (38:25).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Army-Navy LOCKS, ranking 2023 Alabama vs. other Tide teams, USC's QB situation in 2024, more! (12/17)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching carousel, Army, Navy, Alabama and more. First, the show gets rolling with a couple of questions from the live audience, including whether Florida State would have been left out of the College Football Playoff if Georgia had beaten Alabama (1:00). Then it’s on to some coaching carousel news with the retirement of Wyoming coach Craig Bohl (5:55) and Duke reportedly targeting Penn State DC Manny Diaz as a candidate for its head coaching position (12:30). Then it’s on to Army-Navy LOCKS with a preview of Saturday’s game with an eye on the biggest storylines, which includes one of the lowest over-under totals of the season (24:36). Plus, more questions from the Big Ol Bag of Mail that discuss USC’s quarterback situation after Caleb Williams, where this Alabama team stacks up against others in Saban’s tenure and more! (38:25).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

57:11

7 Dec 23

Heisman Trophy preview, portal buzz, NCAA proposes new division to pay players, more! (12/06)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, Heisman Trophy, coaching carousel and more. First, the latest from the transfer portal action including Louisville landing QB Tyler Shough, Kentucky picking up a commitment from former Georgia QB Brock Vandagriff and what those moves mean for DJ Uiagalelei, Dillon Gabriel and more (1:25). Then it's on to previewing Saturday's Heisman Trophy announcement (19:00), updating the coaching carousel with Derek Mason and Bronco Mendenhall returning to the ranks of FBS head coaches (30:05) and grading Texas A&M's hire of Collin Klein as the offensive coordinator for Mike Elko (40:50). Plus, NCAA preside Charlie Baker is proposing a new subdivision where schools could pay players directly (45:15). Will it work? What will the impact be on the future of college football? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heisman Trophy preview, portal buzz, NCAA proposes new division to pay players, more! (12/06)

The Cover 3 crew talks transfer portal, Heisman Trophy, coaching carousel and more. First, the latest from the transfer portal action including Louisville landing QB Tyler Shough, Kentucky picking up a commitment from former Georgia QB Brock Vandagriff and what those moves mean for DJ Uiagalelei, Dillon Gabriel and more (1:25). Then it's on to previewing Saturday's Heisman Trophy announcement (19:00), updating the coaching carousel with Derek Mason and Bronco Mendenhall returning to the ranks of FBS head coaches (30:05) and grading Texas A&M's hire of Collin Klein as the offensive coordinator for Mike Elko (40:50). Plus, NCAA preside Charlie Baker is proposing a new subdivision where schools could pay players directly (45:15). Will it work? What will the impact be on the future of college football? Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:01:40

6 Dec 23

Upon Further Review: 2023 Bowl Rankings, QBs on the move in the transfer portal, Houston and Indiana make new hires, more! (12/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks 2023 bowl schedule, players in the transfer portal, coaching news and more. First, with the transfer portal officially opening on Monday the show begins with reaction to Ohio State's Kyle McCord and Oklahoma's Dillon Gabriel jumping in (1:00), including what Ryan Day's plan at quarterback might be for the Buckeyes moving forward. Plus, the best available defensive player in the portal and other teams to watch when it comes to landing top quarterbacks. Then it's on to rounding up some coaching carousel action from the weekend with Houston hiring Willie Fritz (28:45) and Indiana introducing Curt Cignetti (34:45) as well as a deep dive on the bowl schedule highlighting the best matchups from Tom Fornelli's bowl rankings (43:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: 2023 Bowl Rankings, QBs on the move in the transfer portal, Houston and Indiana make new hires, more! (12/04)

The Cover 3 crew talks 2023 bowl schedule, players in the transfer portal, coaching news and more. First, with the transfer portal officially opening on Monday the show begins with reaction to Ohio State's Kyle McCord and Oklahoma's Dillon Gabriel jumping in (1:00), including what Ryan Day's plan at quarterback might be for the Buckeyes moving forward. Plus, the best available defensive player in the portal and other teams to watch when it comes to landing top quarterbacks. Then it's on to rounding up some coaching carousel action from the weekend with Houston hiring Willie Fritz (28:45) and Indiana introducing Curt Cignetti (34:45) as well as a deep dive on the bowl schedule highlighting the best matchups from Tom Fornelli's bowl rankings (43:00). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:07:13

4 Dec 23

College Football Playoff Rankings! Michigan vs Alabama in the Rose Bowl! Washington vs Texas in the Sugar Bowl!

The Cover 3 crew discuss the Final College Football Playoff Rankings. (7:00) Then, the guys pivot to the Rose Bowls, where Michigan will take on Alabama! (15:00) Finally, the Sugar Preview, where Washington will play Texas! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Rankings! Michigan vs Alabama in the Rose Bowl! Washington vs Texas in the Sugar Bowl!

The Cover 3 crew discuss the Final College Football Playoff Rankings. (7:00) Then, the guys pivot to the Rose Bowls, where Michigan will take on Alabama! (15:00) Finally, the Sugar Preview, where Washington will play Texas! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

44:57

3 Dec 23

Conference Championship INSTANT REACTION: Bama beats Georgia! Florida State takes down Louisville!

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Florida State, Texas, College Football Playoff and more. First, a deep dive predicting the debates the College Football Playoff selection committee will have and the four teams that will be selected on Sunday (2:48). After that it's a game-by-game look at Florida State's defensive performance in a win against Louisville (22:28), Alabama handing Georgia it's first loss since 2021 (33:49), Texas' stellar start and style points against Oklahoma State (49:02) and Washington winning another one-score game against Oregon on Friday night (58:55). Plus, Michigan shuts out Iowa (1:07:18), Troy wins the Sun Belt in emphatic fashion, the SMU-Liberty debate for the New Year's Six and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conference Championship INSTANT REACTION: Bama beats Georgia! Florida State takes down Louisville!

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, Florida State, Texas, College Football Playoff and more. First, a deep dive predicting the debates the College Football Playoff selection committee will have and the four teams that will be selected on Sunday (2:48). After that it's a game-by-game look at Florida State's defensive performance in a win against Louisville (22:28), Alabama handing Georgia it's first loss since 2021 (33:49), Texas' stellar start and style points against Oklahoma State (49:02) and Washington winning another one-score game against Oregon on Friday night (58:55). Plus, Michigan shuts out Iowa (1:07:18), Troy wins the Sun Belt in emphatic fashion, the SMU-Liberty debate for the New Year's Six and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:45:30

3 Dec 23

College football best bets: Georgia-Alabama, FSU-Louisville, Oregon-Washington and more Championship Week LOCKS (11/30)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 13 results the LOCKS get rolling with a look at the power conference title games with Oregon-Washington (7:09), Texas-Oklahoma State (15:02), Georgia-Alabama (24:16), Florida State-Louisville (33:28) and Michigan-Iowa (39:48). Then it's on to the full weekend with picks and breakdowns for Liberty-New Mexico State (51:12), Toledo-Miami Ohio (55:47), Boise State-UNLV (59:30), Tulane-SMU (1:03:00) and Troy-Appalachian State (1:04:30). Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:09:41). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football best bets: Georgia-Alabama, FSU-Louisville, Oregon-Washington and more Championship Week LOCKS (11/30)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 13 results the LOCKS get rolling with a look at the power conference title games with Oregon-Washington (7:09), Texas-Oklahoma State (15:02), Georgia-Alabama (24:16), Florida State-Louisville (33:28) and Michigan-Iowa (39:48). Then it's on to the full weekend with picks and breakdowns for Liberty-New Mexico State (51:12), Toledo-Miami Ohio (55:47), Boise State-UNLV (59:30), Tulane-SMU (1:03:00) and Troy-Appalachian State (1:04:30). Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:09:41). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:21:05

30 Nov 23

Big Game Breakdown: Georgia-Alabama, Oregon-Washington and more from championship week, PLUS latest transfer portal and coaching carousel buzz! (11/29)

The Cover 3 crew looks at the conference championship matchups and reacts to the latest coaching moves. First, reacting to the latest news from the coaching carousel (1:32) and a heavy dose of transfer portal speculation with an eye on the quarterbacks that will be available this offseason (7:54). Then it's on to Big Game Breakdown, going inside the matchup with keys to the game for Georgia-Alabama (27:40), Oregon-Washington (41:55), Florida State-Louisville (51:08), Texas-Oklahoma State (1:01:06), Michigan-Iowa (1:07:27), Tulane-SMU (1:12:30) and more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Game Breakdown: Georgia-Alabama, Oregon-Washington and more from championship week, PLUS latest transfer portal and coaching carousel buzz! (11/29)

The Cover 3 crew looks at the conference championship matchups and reacts to the latest coaching moves. First, reacting to the latest news from the coaching carousel (1:32) and a heavy dose of transfer portal speculation with an eye on the quarterbacks that will be available this offseason (7:54). Then it's on to Big Game Breakdown, going inside the matchup with keys to the game for Georgia-Alabama (27:40), Oregon-Washington (41:55), Florida State-Louisville (51:08), Texas-Oklahoma State (1:01:06), Michigan-Iowa (1:07:27), Tulane-SMU (1:12:30) and more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:20:43

29 Nov 23

College Football Playoff Instant Reaction: Ohio State's path back into the top 4, FSU moves up, more! (11/28)

The Cover 3 crew talks College Football Playoff scenarios, coaching carousel and more. First, instant reaction to the new College Football Playoff rankings including what scenarios could put Ohio State back into the top four after losing to Michigan and whether Florida State is on solid ground to make it with a win in the ACC Championship Game. Then after more rankings reaction there is some general coaching carousel talk including Fran Brown's introduction as Syracuse's new head coach, San Diego State reportedly targeting Colorado OC Sean Lewis and Bobby Petrino as a potential OC hire for Sam Pittman at Arkansas. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Instant Reaction: Ohio State's path back into the top 4, FSU moves up, more! (11/28)

The Cover 3 crew talks College Football Playoff scenarios, coaching carousel and more. First, instant reaction to the new College Football Playoff rankings including what scenarios could put Ohio State back into the top four after losing to Michigan and whether Florida State is on solid ground to make it with a win in the ACC Championship Game. Then after more rankings reaction there is some general coaching carousel talk including Fran Brown's introduction as Syracuse's new head coach, San Diego State reportedly targeting Colorado OC Sean Lewis and Bobby Petrino as a potential OC hire for Sam Pittman at Arkansas. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

37:18

29 Nov 23

The RECRUITING news College Football fans need to know! Notre Dame & Penn State stock talent in 2024

Cover 3's Bud Elliott is joined by 247Sports's Andrew Ivins to talk Notre Dame recruiting and where Andrew thinks the Fighting Irish will finish in the rankings. (2:00) Then, the guys discuss Penn State's 13th ranked recruiting class, headlined by tight end Luke Reynolds! (14:44) Next, the two debate which is more important: high school recruiting or the portal. (25:30) Finally, Bud and Andrew wrap up with Georgia's two QB commits! (35:50) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/    To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The RECRUITING news College Football fans need to know! Notre Dame & Penn State stock talent in 2024

Cover 3's Bud Elliott is joined by 247Sports's Andrew Ivins to talk Notre Dame recruiting and where Andrew thinks the Fighting Irish will finish in the rankings. (2:00) Then, the guys discuss Penn State's 13th ranked recruiting class, headlined by tight end Luke Reynolds! (14:44) Next, the two debate which is more important: high school recruiting or the portal. (25:30) Finally, Bud and Andrew wrap up with Georgia's two QB commits! (35:50) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/    To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

53:18

28 Nov 23

Upon Further Review: Coaching Carousel updates for Texas A&M, Mississippi State and more, plus Heisman stock and Texas' special season (11/27)

The Cover 3 crew talks Mike Elko, Jeff Lebby, Indiana, the Heisman Trophy, Steve Sarkisian and more. First, more on Texas A&M hiring Mike Elko now that news is official (1:35) including the expectations for the Aggies in 2024 and where Duke might look for Elko's replacement (13:40). Then it's more from the coaching carousel, noting Jeff Lebby's hire at Mississippi State (21:45), Indiana parting ways with Tom Allen (28:40) and Houston firing Dana Holgorsen (40:25). Plus, Day Trading Danny has a stock report on the Heisman Trophy candidates going into championship week (44:21) and Upon Further Review celebrates a monumental season for Texas and Steve Sarkisian (1:04:22), highlights an FBS conference with 12 bowl teams (1:10:40) and proposes a new transfer portal strategy for national title contenders (1:13:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: Coaching Carousel updates for Texas A&M, Mississippi State and more, plus Heisman stock and Texas' special season (11/27)

The Cover 3 crew talks Mike Elko, Jeff Lebby, Indiana, the Heisman Trophy, Steve Sarkisian and more. First, more on Texas A&M hiring Mike Elko now that news is official (1:35) including the expectations for the Aggies in 2024 and where Duke might look for Elko's replacement (13:40). Then it's more from the coaching carousel, noting Jeff Lebby's hire at Mississippi State (21:45), Indiana parting ways with Tom Allen (28:40) and Houston firing Dana Holgorsen (40:25). Plus, Day Trading Danny has a stock report on the Heisman Trophy candidates going into championship week (44:21) and Upon Further Review celebrates a monumental season for Texas and Steve Sarkisian (1:04:22), highlights an FBS conference with 12 bowl teams (1:10:40) and proposes a new transfer portal strategy for national title contenders (1:13:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:23:42

27 Nov 23

🚨 Texas A&M reportedly set to hire Duke's Mike Elko to replace Jimbo Fisher (11/26) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news that Texas A&M is targeting Duke's Mike Elko. Chip Patterson and Bud Elliott discuss what to expect from Elko as the former Aggie defensive coordinator returns to College Station (1:00), what's next for Duke as it looks to maintain the program's recent success (21:55) and some assorted coaching carousel thoughts from Sunday including Mississippi State finishing the deal with Oklahoma offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby as the Bulldogs' next head coach. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Texas A&M reportedly set to hire Duke's Mike Elko to replace Jimbo Fisher (11/26) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news that Texas A&M is targeting Duke's Mike Elko. Chip Patterson and Bud Elliott discuss what to expect from Elko as the former Aggie defensive coordinator returns to College Station (1:00), what's next for Duke as it looks to maintain the program's recent success (21:55) and some assorted coaching carousel thoughts from Sunday including Mississippi State finishing the deal with Oklahoma offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby as the Bulldogs' next head coach. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42:03

26 Nov 23

Week 13 Instant Reaction: Michigan makes it three straight vs. Ohio State, top teams survive upset scares, coaching carousel buzz, more! (11/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, Ohio State, Alabama, Florida State and more. First, a deep dive on Michigan’s win against Ohio State (2:05), including the revisiting of what a third straight loss to the Wolverines means to Ryan Day (16:30). Then it’s on to Jalen Milroe’s stunning game-winner against Auburn (28:18), Florida State surviving with its backup quarterback at Florida (35:00) and other top 25 results of note with an eye on the new college football rankings (48:45). Finally, with news breaking during the show there’s plenty of coaching carousel talk (1:10:00) including a grade for Michigan State with its hire of Oregon State coach Jonathan Smith (1:20:30).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 13 Instant Reaction: Michigan makes it three straight vs. Ohio State, top teams survive upset scares, coaching carousel buzz, more! (11/25)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, Ohio State, Alabama, Florida State and more. First, a deep dive on Michigan’s win against Ohio State (2:05), including the revisiting of what a third straight loss to the Wolverines means to Ryan Day (16:30). Then it’s on to Jalen Milroe’s stunning game-winner against Auburn (28:18), Florida State surviving with its backup quarterback at Florida (35:00) and other top 25 results of note with an eye on the new college football rankings (48:45). Finally, with news breaking during the show there’s plenty of coaching carousel talk (1:10:00) including a grade for Michigan State with its hire of Oregon State coach Jonathan Smith (1:20:30).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:39:27

26 Nov 23

College football best bets: Michigan-Ohio State, Alabama-Auburn, FSU-Florida, Oregon-Oregon State and more Week 13 LOCKS (11/22)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under picks for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 12 results (1:20) the Thanksgiving week slate begins with a look at the Egg Bowl rivalry between Ole Miss and Mississippi State on Thursday night (7:15) before the attention turns to an all-day slate of Friday action. Black Friday picks, previews and breakdowns included for Oregon-Oregon State (14:27), Texas-Texas Tech (17:30), UTSA-Tulane (19:34), Iowa-Nebraska (23:14), Miami-Boston College (28:53) and Penn State-Michigan State (32:50). Finally, it's on to Saturday starting with Michigan-Ohio State (38:05), the Iron Bowl between Alabama and Auburn (44:01), Florida State-Florida (46:30) and Washington-Washington State (50:46) before the board opens up to include LSU-Texas A&M (56:56), Georgia-Georgia Tech (1:03:24), West Virginia-Baylor (1:07:44), UCF-Houston (1:10:30) and much much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:13:20) and the Dentist origin story (1:20:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football best bets: Michigan-Ohio State, Alabama-Auburn, FSU-Florida, Oregon-Oregon State and more Week 13 LOCKS (11/22)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under picks for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 12 results (1:20) the Thanksgiving week slate begins with a look at the Egg Bowl rivalry between Ole Miss and Mississippi State on Thursday night (7:15) before the attention turns to an all-day slate of Friday action. Black Friday picks, previews and breakdowns included for Oregon-Oregon State (14:27), Texas-Texas Tech (17:30), UTSA-Tulane (19:34), Iowa-Nebraska (23:14), Miami-Boston College (28:53) and Penn State-Michigan State (32:50). Finally, it's on to Saturday starting with Michigan-Ohio State (38:05), the Iron Bowl between Alabama and Auburn (44:01), Florida State-Florida (46:30) and Washington-Washington State (50:46) before the board opens up to include LSU-Texas A&M (56:56), Georgia-Georgia Tech (1:03:24), West Virginia-Baylor (1:07:44), UCF-Houston (1:10:30) and much much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:13:20) and the Dentist origin story (1:20:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:27:03

22 Nov 23

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Washington jumps Florida State, rankings impact of Michigan-Ohio State, more! (11/21)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the new College Football Playoff rankings release. First, discussing one of the few changes in the top 10 with Washington jumping Florida State for No. 4 (1:40) and then breaking down the many playoff ranking implications of Saturday's epic showdown between No. 2 Ohio State and No. 3 Michigan (9:05). Then, the biggest takeaways from the back half of the rankings (20:00), whether there is any scenario where Georgia could get jumped for the No. 1 spot (24:30) and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Washington jumps Florida State, rankings impact of Michigan-Ohio State, more! (11/21)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the new College Football Playoff rankings release. First, discussing one of the few changes in the top 10 with Washington jumping Florida State for No. 4 (1:40) and then breaking down the many playoff ranking implications of Saturday's epic showdown between No. 2 Ohio State and No. 3 Michigan (9:05). Then, the biggest takeaways from the back half of the rankings (20:00), whether there is any scenario where Georgia could get jumped for the No. 1 spot (24:30) and much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

33:38

22 Nov 23

Keys to the game for Michigan-Ohio State, Alabama-Auburn, Florida State-Florida and more! (11/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks Ohio State, Michigan, Jim Harbaugh, Ryan Day, rivalry week and more. First, reacting to the news that Cam Rising will be returning to Utah for a 7th season with an eye on the Utes' standing in the new-look Big 12 for 2024 (5:23) as well as predictions for the new College Football Playoff selection committee rankings set to be released Tuesday night (12:37). Then it's on to Big Game Breakdown, with the matchups to watch and X-factors for Michigan-Ohio State (23:42), Alabama-Auburn (47:45), Florida State-Florida (59:45) and Oregon-Oregon State (1:08:38). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keys to the game for Michigan-Ohio State, Alabama-Auburn, Florida State-Florida and more! (11/21)

The Cover 3 crew talks Ohio State, Michigan, Jim Harbaugh, Ryan Day, rivalry week and more. First, reacting to the news that Cam Rising will be returning to Utah for a 7th season with an eye on the Utes' standing in the new-look Big 12 for 2024 (5:23) as well as predictions for the new College Football Playoff selection committee rankings set to be released Tuesday night (12:37). Then it's on to Big Game Breakdown, with the matchups to watch and X-factors for Michigan-Ohio State (23:42), Alabama-Auburn (47:45), Florida State-Florida (59:45) and Oregon-Oregon State (1:08:38). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:15:59

21 Nov 23

Upon Further Review: Syracuse fires Dino, Arkansas sticks with Pittman, FSU's future without Jordan Travis, more! (11/20)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching carousel, Syracuse, Arkansas, UCLA, USC and more. First, kicking off the coaching news portion of the show with a look at Syracuse in the wake of Dino Babers being fired (1:45) then why Arkansas has decided not to fire Sam Pittman (20:12) and whether Chip Kelly is off the hot seat after beating USC (35:45). Then, Day Trading Danny checks in with a stock evaluation for Florida State’s quarterback situation after Jordan Travis’ injury and the Heisman picture going into rivalry week (44:01). Also, what Lincoln Riley's offseason checklist looks like to improve USC as it moves to the Big Ten (1:16:18) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: Syracuse fires Dino, Arkansas sticks with Pittman, FSU's future without Jordan Travis, more! (11/20)

The Cover 3 crew talks coaching carousel, Syracuse, Arkansas, UCLA, USC and more. First, kicking off the coaching news portion of the show with a look at Syracuse in the wake of Dino Babers being fired (1:45) then why Arkansas has decided not to fire Sam Pittman (20:12) and whether Chip Kelly is off the hot seat after beating USC (35:45). Then, Day Trading Danny checks in with a stock evaluation for Florida State’s quarterback situation after Jordan Travis’ injury and the Heisman picture going into rivalry week (44:01). Also, what Lincoln Riley's offseason checklist looks like to improve USC as it moves to the Big Ten (1:16:18) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:29:00

20 Nov 23

Week 12 Instant Reaction: Washington survives, Florida State's game-changing injury, Georgia's dominance, more! (11/19)

The Cover 3 crew talks Washington, Jordan Travis injury, Georgia, Tennessee, Caleb Williams and more. The show begins in the immediate aftermath of Washington's two-point win at Oregon State and discusses what the Huskies showed in the win and how it impacts their perceived ceiling moving forward (1:48). Then, reacting to Jordan Travis' devastating leg injury (10:45) and predicting movements in the rankings in Tomorrow's Top 25 Today (19:48). Plus, celebrating Jerry Kill in the wake of New Mexico State's win at Auburn (46:58), looking at the many sides of UCLA's win at USC (55:01), App State's thrilling overtime win at James Madison (1:09:40) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 12 Instant Reaction: Washington survives, Florida State's game-changing injury, Georgia's dominance, more! (11/19)

The Cover 3 crew talks Washington, Jordan Travis injury, Georgia, Tennessee, Caleb Williams and more. The show begins in the immediate aftermath of Washington's two-point win at Oregon State and discusses what the Huskies showed in the win and how it impacts their perceived ceiling moving forward (1:48). Then, reacting to Jordan Travis' devastating leg injury (10:45) and predicting movements in the rankings in Tomorrow's Top 25 Today (19:48). Plus, celebrating Jerry Kill in the wake of New Mexico State's win at Auburn (46:58), looking at the many sides of UCLA's win at USC (55:01), App State's thrilling overtime win at James Madison (1:09:40) and much, much more. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:32:27

19 Nov 23

College football best bets: Georgia-Tennessee, Washington-Oregon, Louisville-Miami and more Week 12 LOCKS (11/16)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 11 results, the Week 12 LOCKS get rolling with picks for Thursday and Friday night games (7:53) before tackling some of the biggest showdowns on Saturday. After a look at Louisville-Miami (15:20), Utah-Arizona (20:28), Georgia-Tennessee (23:23), Kansas State-Kansas (27:18), Washington-Oregon State (30:31) and Texas-Iowa State (35:27), the board opens up with picks from up and down the Saturday slate. Included are breakdowns and best bets for Missouri-Florida (42:40), Boise State-Utah State (45:50), Michigan-Maryland (48:14), USC-UCLA (51:21), Ole Miss-ULM (53:42), Clemson-North Carolina (57:29), SMU-Memphis (1:02:19), Oklahoma State-Houston (1:04:45), Iowa-Illinois (1:06:00) and more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:12:51).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football best bets: Georgia-Tennessee, Washington-Oregon, Louisville-Miami and more Week 12 LOCKS (11/16)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays for college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 11 results, the Week 12 LOCKS get rolling with picks for Thursday and Friday night games (7:53) before tackling some of the biggest showdowns on Saturday. After a look at Louisville-Miami (15:20), Utah-Arizona (20:28), Georgia-Tennessee (23:23), Kansas State-Kansas (27:18), Washington-Oregon State (30:31) and Texas-Iowa State (35:27), the board opens up with picks from up and down the Saturday slate. Included are breakdowns and best bets for Missouri-Florida (42:40), Boise State-Utah State (45:50), Michigan-Maryland (48:14), USC-UCLA (51:21), Ole Miss-ULM (53:42), Clemson-North Carolina (57:29), SMU-Memphis (1:02:19), Oklahoma State-Houston (1:04:45), Iowa-Illinois (1:06:00) and more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:12:51).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:29:20

16 Nov 23

Keys to Georgia-Tennessee and Washington-Oregon State, coaching carousel buzz, more! (11/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, Chip Kelly, Georgia, Tennessee, coaching rumors and more. First, with the coaching carousel including a recent report that UCLA might be moving on from Chip Kelly, an analysis of where the Bruins job stacks up against its peers as the program moves to the Big Ten (1:30). Then, what Oregon State and Washington State gained in their legal victory over the departing Pac-12 schools (20:30) and Day Trading Danny recaps a rough week for his stock portfolio (23:46). Finally Big Game Breakdown takes a closer look at the matchups to watch in Georgia-Tennessee (40:43), Washington-Oregon State (50:09), Texas-Iowa State (1:00:12), Clemson-North Carolina (1:04:10) and Louisville-Miami (1:05:44).   Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keys to Georgia-Tennessee and Washington-Oregon State, coaching carousel buzz, more! (11/15)

The Cover 3 crew talks UCLA, Chip Kelly, Georgia, Tennessee, coaching rumors and more. First, with the coaching carousel including a recent report that UCLA might be moving on from Chip Kelly, an analysis of where the Bruins job stacks up against its peers as the program moves to the Big Ten (1:30). Then, what Oregon State and Washington State gained in their legal victory over the departing Pac-12 schools (20:30) and Day Trading Danny recaps a rough week for his stock portfolio (23:46). Finally Big Game Breakdown takes a closer look at the matchups to watch in Georgia-Tennessee (40:43), Washington-Oregon State (50:09), Texas-Iowa State (1:00:12), Clemson-North Carolina (1:04:10) and Louisville-Miami (1:05:44).   Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:15:40

15 Nov 23

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Georgia jumps Ohio State for No. 1, FSU holds off Washington, more! (11/14)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the updated College Football Playoff rankings. With the off-schedule release coming between two college basketball games, the crew goes live shortly before the rankings are out with predictions on what's to come (2:00) and live reactions to the top six (7:30). Then, explaining why Georgia jumped to No. 1 and even debating Michigan's profile against Ohio State (14:45) before getting into the big takeaways from the back half of the rankings (22:15) and previewing Washington's final stretch of games, including this week's challenging test at Oregon State (27:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Georgia jumps Ohio State for No. 1, FSU holds off Washington, more! (11/14)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the updated College Football Playoff rankings. With the off-schedule release coming between two college basketball games, the crew goes live shortly before the rankings are out with predictions on what's to come (2:00) and live reactions to the top six (7:30). Then, explaining why Georgia jumped to No. 1 and even debating Michigan's profile against Ohio State (14:45) before getting into the big takeaways from the back half of the rankings (22:15) and previewing Washington's final stretch of games, including this week's challenging test at Oregon State (27:50). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

38:42

15 Nov 23

Upon Further Review: Coaching carousel in full swing, Georgia's claim as No. 1, Texas injury news, more! (11/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks Mississippi State, Texas A&M, top 25 rankings and more. First, with the breaking news Monday that Zac Arnett as been fired by Mississippi State, a look at the job (2:08) and then candidates that might make sense (13:01). Then the coaching carousel talk continues with more of what we've learned about the future at Texas A&M (25:50) as well as recent openings at Boise State and San Diego State (34:26). Plus, Texas loses its top running back for the rest of the season due to injury (40:21), new top 25 rankings reactions (46:05), MACtion picks for Tuesday night (56:06), weighing in on the Marvin Harrison Jr. vs. Keon Coleman debate (1:02:59), the lack of parity in college football in 2023 (1:07:10) and more!  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: Coaching carousel in full swing, Georgia's claim as No. 1, Texas injury news, more! (11/13)

The Cover 3 crew talks Mississippi State, Texas A&M, top 25 rankings and more. First, with the breaking news Monday that Zac Arnett as been fired by Mississippi State, a look at the job (2:08) and then candidates that might make sense (13:01). Then the coaching carousel talk continues with more of what we've learned about the future at Texas A&M (25:50) as well as recent openings at Boise State and San Diego State (34:26). Plus, Texas loses its top running back for the rest of the season due to injury (40:21), new top 25 rankings reactions (46:05), MACtion picks for Tuesday night (56:06), weighing in on the Marvin Harrison Jr. vs. Keon Coleman debate (1:02:59), the lack of parity in college football in 2023 (1:07:10) and more!  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:17:57

13 Nov 23

🚨 Jimbo Fisher OUT at Texas A&M: What's next for the Aggies, candidates to consider, more! (11/12) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news that Texas A&M is moving on from Jimbo Fisher. Early Sunday morning news began to leak about Texas A&M firing Jimbo Fisher, effective immediately. Fisher went 45-25 in his six-season tenure with the Aggies, so the crew discusses what kept him from reaching the expectations of contending for championships in the SEC (1:45). Plus, early names to watch as possible candidates to replace Fisher (22:20) and where the job stacks up against other top jobs in the country. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Jimbo Fisher OUT at Texas A&M: What's next for the Aggies, candidates to consider, more! (11/12) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the breaking news that Texas A&M is moving on from Jimbo Fisher. Early Sunday morning news began to leak about Texas A&M firing Jimbo Fisher, effective immediately. Fisher went 45-25 in his six-season tenure with the Aggies, so the crew discusses what kept him from reaching the expectations of contending for championships in the SEC (1:45). Plus, early names to watch as possible candidates to replace Fisher (22:20) and where the job stacks up against other top jobs in the country. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50:31

12 Nov 23

Week 11 Instant Reaction: Michigan dominates at Penn State, the Florida State vs. Washington debate, more! (11/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, Jim Harbaugh, Washington, Georgia, FSU, more. First, the biggest takeaways from the game, and postgame, with Michigan's win at Penn State (1:40) and then a spotlight on Washington in the wake of surviving an upset bid from Utah (24:50). Then, comparing the Huskies with the rest of the top five to kick off the AP Top 25 poll projections (32:05) as well as takeaways from the Big 12 (49:55), Big Ten (54:30), SEC (1:05:46) and ACC (1:15:21). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 11 Instant Reaction: Michigan dominates at Penn State, the Florida State vs. Washington debate, more! (11/11)

The Cover 3 crew talks Michigan, Jim Harbaugh, Washington, Georgia, FSU, more. First, the biggest takeaways from the game, and postgame, with Michigan's win at Penn State (1:40) and then a spotlight on Washington in the wake of surviving an upset bid from Utah (24:50). Then, comparing the Huskies with the rest of the top five to kick off the AP Top 25 poll projections (32:05) as well as takeaways from the Big 12 (49:55), Big Ten (54:30), SEC (1:05:46) and ACC (1:15:21). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:33:49

12 Nov 23

🚨 Big Ten suspends Jim Harbaugh, Michigan plans to fight punishment, more! (11/10) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the Big Ten's punishment for Michigan in the sign-stealing scandal. Chip Patterson and Tom Fornelli react to the breaking news of the Big Ten ruling that Jim Harbaugh has been suspended from coaching on game days for the remainder of the regular season. Topics include the Harbaugh's impact on the team during a game, whether the Big Ten's punishment fits the violations of impermissible in-person advance scouting and reactions to an in-show bit of breaking news as Michigan announced its plans to fight the suspension in court. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚨 Big Ten suspends Jim Harbaugh, Michigan plans to fight punishment, more! (11/10) 🚨

The Cover 3 crew reacts to the Big Ten's punishment for Michigan in the sign-stealing scandal. Chip Patterson and Tom Fornelli react to the breaking news of the Big Ten ruling that Jim Harbaugh has been suspended from coaching on game days for the remainder of the regular season. Topics include the Harbaugh's impact on the team during a game, whether the Big Ten's punishment fits the violations of impermissible in-person advance scouting and reactions to an in-show bit of breaking news as Michigan announced its plans to fight the suspension in court. Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42:17

10 Nov 23

College football best bets: Michigan-Penn State, Georgia-Ole Miss, Tennessee-Missouri and more Week 11 LOCKS (11/9)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays in college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 10 results (1:12) the picks begin with Thursday and Friday night action (8:22) before tackling some of the biggest games of Saturday like Michigan-Penn State (15:11), Tennessee-Missouri (20:50), Georgia-Ole Miss (23:09) and Oregon-USC (31:03). Then, the board opens up for the entire Saturday slate with LOCKS for Oklahoma State-UCF (38:15), Washington-Utah (41:08), Kansas-Texas Tech (42:55), UTSA-Rice (44:30), Iowa-Rutgers (45:54), Alabama-Kentucky (49:20), Florida State-Miami (1:03:46), Texas-TCU (1:06:17) and much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:08:50).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football best bets: Michigan-Penn State, Georgia-Ole Miss, Tennessee-Missouri and more Week 11 LOCKS (11/9)

The Cover 3 crew shares their best against the spread and over-under plays in college football. First, after a brief recap of Week 10 results (1:12) the picks begin with Thursday and Friday night action (8:22) before tackling some of the biggest games of Saturday like Michigan-Penn State (15:11), Tennessee-Missouri (20:50), Georgia-Ole Miss (23:09) and Oregon-USC (31:03). Then, the board opens up for the entire Saturday slate with LOCKS for Oklahoma State-UCF (38:15), Washington-Utah (41:08), Kansas-Texas Tech (42:55), UTSA-Rice (44:30), Iowa-Rutgers (45:54), Alabama-Kentucky (49:20), Florida State-Miami (1:03:46), Texas-TCU (1:06:17) and much more. Plus, the underdogs to take straight up in MoneyLine Sprinkles (1:08:50).  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:18:12

9 Nov 23

Expectations for Big Ten action in sign-stealing scandal, plus keys to the game for Michigan-Penn State, Georgia-Ole Miss and more!

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, Penn State, Georgia, Tennessee and more. First, resetting the conversation on the Michigan sign stealing scandal with expectations of what discipline, if any, might be coming from the Big Ten (1:20). Then it's on to whether James Madison can successfully petition its way to postseason eligibility (16:18) and what to make of NC State QB MJ Morris shutting it down for the year to preserve a redshirt after going 3-1 as a starter (23:32). After that Big Game Breakdown puts Michigan-Penn State (33:09), Tennessee-Missouri (48:35), Georgia-Ole Miss (52:30) and Washington-Utah (1:01:21) under the microscope detailing the matchups to watch, keys to the game and more!  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Expectations for Big Ten action in sign-stealing scandal, plus keys to the game for Michigan-Penn State, Georgia-Ole Miss and more!

The Cover 3 crew talks Jim Harbaugh, Michigan, Penn State, Georgia, Tennessee and more. First, resetting the conversation on the Michigan sign stealing scandal with expectations of what discipline, if any, might be coming from the Big Ten (1:20). Then it's on to whether James Madison can successfully petition its way to postseason eligibility (16:18) and what to make of NC State QB MJ Morris shutting it down for the year to preserve a redshirt after going 3-1 as a starter (23:32). After that Big Game Breakdown puts Michigan-Penn State (33:09), Tennessee-Missouri (48:35), Georgia-Ole Miss (52:30) and Washington-Utah (1:01:21) under the microscope detailing the matchups to watch, keys to the game and more!  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:13:09

8 Nov 23

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Debating No. 1, Oregon's eye test advantage, Week 11 playoff implications, more! (11/7)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to Ohio State ahead of Georgia in the new playoff rankings. First, whether the decision to leave the top eight unchanged makes sense after last week's results (1:20) and how to balance the eye test and the resume when ranking Oregon (7:57). Plus, interesting committee decisions from the back half of the rankings (12:00) and how LSU and Notre Dame get advantages when it comes to ranking the three-loss teams looking to make the top 25 (22:06). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Football Playoff Rankings Instant Reaction: Debating No. 1, Oregon's eye test advantage, Week 11 playoff implications, more! (11/7)

The Cover 3 crew reacts to Ohio State ahead of Georgia in the new playoff rankings. First, whether the decision to leave the top eight unchanged makes sense after last week's results (1:20) and how to balance the eye test and the resume when ranking Oregon (7:57). Plus, interesting committee decisions from the back half of the rankings (12:00) and how LSU and Notre Dame get advantages when it comes to ranking the three-loss teams looking to make the top 25 (22:06). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

36:52

8 Nov 23

The RECRUITING news College Football fans need to know! Recruiting in the New Big Ten!

Cover 3's Bud Elliott is joined by 247Sports's Cooper Petagna to talk all things recruiting! First, the guys tackle Ohio State's 2nd-ranked class headlined by five-star wide receiver and number one overall player Jeremiah Smith! (2:40) Then, it's time to discuss the Ducks with Dan Lanning's Oregon squad! How are the Ducks putting together such a strong class in Lanning's second year? (20:12) Finally, the guys hit on what it's like to hold a class together on a failing staff! (36:10) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The RECRUITING news College Football fans need to know! Recruiting in the New Big Ten!

Cover 3's Bud Elliott is joined by 247Sports's Cooper Petagna to talk all things recruiting! First, the guys tackle Ohio State's 2nd-ranked class headlined by five-star wide receiver and number one overall player Jeremiah Smith! (2:40) Then, it's time to discuss the Ducks with Dan Lanning's Oregon squad! How are the Ducks putting together such a strong class in Lanning's second year? (20:12) Finally, the guys hit on what it's like to hold a class together on a failing staff! (36:10) Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

46:17

7 Nov 23

Upon Further Review: Jalen Milroe's rise, Jayden Daniels' Heisman stock, USC fires its DC, more! (11/6)

The Cover 3 crew talk Lincoln Riley, Michigan, Alabama, LSU, Georgia, Arizona and more. First, reaction to the Sunday news of Lincoln Riley and USC parting ways with defensive coordinator Alex Grinch, including a couple candidate suggestions that take into consideration the upcoming move to the Big Ten (1:20). Then, after a quick note on the robust rumor mill surrounding Michigan (11:30) it's on to reacting to the new AP Top 25 poll (18:42) and a fresh market analysis from Day Trading Danny (29:06). Finally, Upon Further Review offers a final word on Week 10 looking at Alabama-LSU (44:40), Georgia's winning streak (46:23), Arizona's possible wagon status (50:28) and the outlook for conference title races across the country with three weeks left to play in the regular season (53:18). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upon Further Review: Jalen Milroe's rise, Jayden Daniels' Heisman stock, USC fires its DC, more! (11/6)

The Cover 3 crew talk Lincoln Riley, Michigan, Alabama, LSU, Georgia, Arizona and more. First, reaction to the Sunday news of Lincoln Riley and USC parting ways with defensive coordinator Alex Grinch, including a couple candidate suggestions that take into consideration the upcoming move to the Big Ten (1:20). Then, after a quick note on the robust rumor mill surrounding Michigan (11:30) it's on to reacting to the new AP Top 25 poll (18:42) and a fresh market analysis from Day Trading Danny (29:06). Finally, Upon Further Review offers a final word on Week 10 looking at Alabama-LSU (44:40), Georgia's winning streak (46:23), Arizona's possible wagon status (50:28) and the outlook for conference title races across the country with three weeks left to play in the regular season (53:18). Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:16:57

6 Nov 23

Week 10 Instant Reaction: Jalen Milroe stars for Alabama, Big 12 chaos, Ohio State vs. Georgia for No. 1, more! (11/5)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, LSU, Oklahoma State, Texas, Georgia and more. First, in the immediate wake of the game's conclusion, reaction to Alabama's second half runaway against LSU (1:30) and then the fallout from Oklahoma State taking down Oklahoma in the last Bedlam game as Big 12 opponents (13:00). Other topics include Texas holding on in OT against Kansas State (21:30), Ohio State's offense (28:30), Georgia-Missouri (38:40) and projecting the new college football rankings after Week 10 results (45:05). Plus, Texas A&M's ceiling after the loss to Ole Miss (58:00) and much, much more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 10 Instant Reaction: Jalen Milroe stars for Alabama, Big 12 chaos, Ohio State vs. Georgia for No. 1, more! (11/5)

The Cover 3 crew talks Alabama, LSU, Oklahoma State, Texas, Georgia and more. First, in the immediate wake of the game's conclusion, reaction to Alabama's second half runaway against LSU (1:30) and then the fallout from Oklahoma State taking down Oklahoma in the last Bedlam game as Big 12 opponents (13:00). Other topics include Texas holding on in OT against Kansas State (21:30), Ohio State's offense (28:30), Georgia-Missouri (38:40) and projecting the new college football rankings after Week 10 results (45:05). Plus, Texas A&M's ceiling after the loss to Ole Miss (58:00) and much, much more! Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get 20% off Cover 3 merch in the CBS Sports Store:  https://store.cbssports.com/collections/cover-3?utm_source=podcast-apple-com&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=buy-our-merch&utm_content=cover-3-collection Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

01:37:58

5 Nov 23

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