

Hour 3 - Urban Meyer stops by The Herd
Jul 1, 2025
Urban Meyer, a three-time National Champion coach, dives into the evolving landscape of college football, emphasizing how the Big Ten is narrowing its gap with the SEC. He discusses the impressive rise of teams like Penn State and their strong talent pool. Meyer also highlights challenges in coaching, athlete motivation, and the complexities of recruiting in the NIL era. With insights on quarterback evaluations and developing strategies, he paints a vivid picture of the future of college football against a backdrop of changing dynamics.
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Big Ten Closing SEC Gap
- The Big Ten has dramatically closed the gap on the SEC in talent and depth over recent years.
- Stadium atmospheres, draft numbers, and competitiveness have greatly improved, making them nearly equal.
Big Ten's Remarkable Transformation
- Urban Meyer describes the Big Ten's transformation from mediocre stadium atmospheres and talent to a highly competitive and exciting conference.
- He highlights the doubling of drafted players as proof of this growth.
Washington and Oregon's Elite Status
- Washington and Oregon are elite programs often underestimated outside their regions.
- Oregon is considered a blue blood program despite no national titles, and Washington consistently competes nationally under top coaches.