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Jan 23, 2025 • 1h 9min

Way too early Top 25: Why Texas is the early frontrunner

Following the National Championship, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde look ahead to the 2025 college football season, projecting who will be the best teams in the country.They discuss the buzz for Arch Manning at Texas and if Ohio State can reload after losing a large group of key starters. They also cover Penn State returning premiere players and Notre Dame's young core.They wrap up the show with a scoop on Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams's wing choice and a court case that tried to classify elephants as people.(2:10) The Arch Manning hype(20:14) Ohio State reloading(26:34) Can Penn State beat Ohio State?(30:09) Here come the Irish(36:05) Best of the rest of the early Top 25(44:20) Potential conference championship changes(59:35) Ryan Williams wing preferences(1:03:08) People's Court: elephant justiceSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 21, 2025 • 59min

Ohio State outlast Notre Dame to win the 2025 National Championship

Following the National Championship, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI's Pat Ford react to Ohio State beating Notre Dame in the College Football National Championship.They discuss the dominant start and overall performance by Ohio State. Additionally, they discuss the changing narrative around Ryan Day now that he's won a national title. They also cover Notre Dame's shortcomings in the game and what the loss means for the future of Marcus Freeman's program.(0:56) Ohio State's tense finish(15:19) The greatest playoff run ever?(25:25) Northern dominance(32:22) Notre Dame's future(38:35) Ohio State's future(48:15) The Xavier Lucas sagaSubscribe to the College Football Power Hour podcast feed on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4czSzHZ🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/46SN8Tr📢 Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQj
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Jan 16, 2025 • 1h 7min

More Big Ten conference pride & how to stop fake injuries

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss whether Big Ten teams should have the same level of conference pride as the SEC.Also on today's show, they cover the news of Colorado coach Deion Sanders being considered for the Dallas Cowboys opening. They also discuss the biggest headlines coming from the AFCA coaches convention regarding rule changes to eliminate fake injuries and fix the transfer portal. Additionally, they react to a list of the worst beers on the market, covering what really belongs on the list. They wrap up the show with their betting picks for the National Championship.(1:04) Big Ten! Big Ten!(19:58) Coach Prime in Dallas(23:50) Penn State reloading(29:53) Fake injuries(38:55) Transfer portal changes(46:21) Bama is a homecoming game, Paul!(50:45) Worst beers list(1:00:39) Race for the CaseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 10min

Northern teams back to dominating & Marcus Freeman receives NFL interes

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the biggest headlines heading into the National Championship between Notre Dame and Ohio State. They cover the North taking over Atlanta, Marcus Freeman receiving NFL interest and Ryan Day's comments at his latest press conference.Also on today's show, Wetzel takes the guys down an insane rabbit hole for how Carson Beck ended up at Miami. Additionally, Dellenger shares his recent story about how the power conferences are fighting to secure more control over the postseason models for all sports.(1:18) The North invades Atlanta(16:00) Ryan Day vs Lou Holtz Part 2(20:17) Marcus Freeman to the Bears(26:56) CFP TV Rating and ticket prices(30:33) NIL vultures(39:24) Caitlin Clark domino theory(50:27) More power conference power(1:05:28) People's CourtSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 11, 2025 • 58min

Notre Dame & Ohio State win all time classics to reach the National Championship

Following a memorable and exciting Semifinal round, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde recount the Cotton Bowl and Orange Bowl.They discuss the late collapse by Texas in the red zone and the amazing strip sack return by Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer. They also relive the drama of the Orange Bowl that grew from the pregame press conference with Marcus Freeman and James Franklin. To close out, they look ahead to the National Championship and share how they think the game will play out.(1:37) Cotton Bowl(19:52) Expansion was worth it(32:57) Orange Bowl(49:46) National Championship previewSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 8, 2025 • 1h 5min

Does Notre Dame still need to join a conference?

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the latest buzz coming from media days at the Orange Bowl. Specifically, they discuss comments made by Penn State head coach James Franklin about Notre Dame football and them needing to join a conference.Also on today's show, they cover the future or revenue sharing, the potential for Deion Sanders to jump to the NFL, an unexpected possibility for conference realignment and latest news in the transfer portal. They close out the show with their College Football Playoff Semifinal picks.(4:42) Orange Bowl Buzz/Notre Dame's independence(12:43) Future of revenue sharing(21:34) Coach Prime to the NFL?(27:18) Bowl game popularity(35:23) Unexpected conference realignment(41:43) Transfer portal news(47:27) People's Court: Illegal Hot Dogs(52:18) CFP Semifinal game picksSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 5, 2025 • 1h 5min

Biggest transfer portal winners & how the SEC and Big Ten could change the CFP

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde do a deep dive into the Rivals transfer portal rankings now that many of the top names are committed. They discuss expectations for top teams like LSU, Auburn, Texas Tech and more now that they've brought in some of the biggest transfers in college football.Additionally, at the beginning of the show they cover how the College Football Playoff schedule is awkwardly oriented during the month of January to avoid the NFL Playoffs. They also cover expectations for how the SEC and Big Ten could impact the structure of the College Football Playoff this offseason.(1:05) College Football Playoff schedule(19:16) Transfer Portal winners(48:36) College Football Playoff expansion(59:09) Goat judging updateSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 3, 2025 • 1h 5min

Sugar Bowl Overreaction: Notre Dame returns to glory

Following the Sugar Bowl, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde wrap up their thoughts on the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal round. They discuss the significant win for Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl over Georgia, and what it means for the historic football program.They also dig into the recent downturn for the SEC over the last two years since the growth of the transfer portal and NIL. Later, the preview the College Football Playoff Semifinal round, discussing what will happen in the Cotton Bowl and Orange Bowl.(0:42) Sugar Bowl(27:56) SEC loses the throne(46:23) Cotton Bowl preview(52:19) Orange Bowl preview(57:30) People's Court: Tonya HerdingSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde
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Jan 2, 2025 • 56min

College Football Playoff Quarterfinals Overreaction: Texas survives, Penn State prevails & Ohio State dominates

The hosts dive into the thrilling college football playoff games, mixing excitement with a tribute to recent tragedies. They dissect Texas's nail-biting win over Arizona State, highlighting pivotal moments and controversial calls. Penn State's dominant performance over Boise State garners praise, while the unexpected drama unfolds in the Rose Bowl between Oregon and Ohio State. The discussions also touch on the complexities of targeting rules and the intense rivalries that shape college football's dynamic landscape.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 5min

Cam Ward sits mid game & the legend of Gunner Stockton

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to all of the craziness from the aftermath of the Pop Tarts Bowl. Specifically, they cover Miami quarterback Cam Ward's decision to sit the second half after breaking the all time touchdown record. They also joke about the ACC's extreme failures in bowl games this year.Also on today's show, Dellenger shares the reasoning for the quarterfinal ticket prices being so low and why it means future playoff games could move to campuses. They also appreciate Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton's very unique story and share their picks for all four of this week's games.(2:08) Pop Tart Bowl drama(19:45) ACC bowl blunders(28:22) Money Moves: CFP quarterfinal ticket prices(38:35) The legend of Gunner Stockton(47:33) Race for the CaseSubscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3hP91YU🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xh6GhA📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuTQjAnd check out Dan, Ross & Pat on X:🏈 @DanWetzel: https://twitter.com/DanWetzel🏈 @RossDellenger: https://twitter.com/RossDellenger🏈 @ByPatForde: https://twitter.com/ByPatForde This episode is sponsored by Invesco QQQ, Official ETF of the NCAA. Invesco Distributors INC.

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