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Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger react to Angel Reese’s thoughts on Jill Biden’s invitation to Iowa & a new committee to try to further women’s college athletics.LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese had some choice words in response to first lady Jill Biden offering Iowa an invitation to the White House along with the Reese’s national champion LSU Tigers. Reese fired back that the Tigers would rather go to the Obama household to celebrate their title.There is a new committee for women’s equality in college sports that is looking to advance women’s sports. The podcast wonders about the new committee’s place as the NCAA is already the most supportive entity towards women’s sports in this country.New video has emerged from Stetson Bennett’s arrest in Texas over the winter, so the guys break down the impact of this footage and how it could impact Bennett moving forward, particularly with the NFL Draft around the corner.Former Michigan standout wide receiver Braylon Edwards made comments about the team’s rival Ohio State, saying that Michigan is on the rise whereas the Buckeyes can’t keep up with the Wolverine’s dominance over the last two years.Lincoln Riley has landed a very impressive new recruit in Duce Robinson. The multi-talented tight end could provide a more dynamic offense for the USC Trojans as they prepare for the Big Ten.Lastly, in news of the weird, a snake infiltrated a flight & a fight broke out in Michigan over fish.1:00 Jill Biden’s comments on inviting Iowa to the White House were not received well by Angel Reese9:33 The women’s national championship has also sparked a new committee for women’s equality in college sports.30:00 Stetson Bennett’s January arrest video has been released34:23 Braylon Edwards stated that Ohio State’s time is over40:43 USC lands tight end Duce Robinson43:19 Dan’s update from Augusta National48:00 A South African pilot had a terrifying experience51:53 Police in Warren, Michigan had to break up a fight at a fishmonger standStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger break down all of the action from the men’s and women’s college basketball national championship games.The UConn Huskies bested the San Diego State Aztecs in the men’s national championship on Monday night. With yet another title at Connecticut, the podcast is ready to deem UConn a true blue blood and heavyweight in the sport.Sparks flew in the women’s national championship game between the LSU Tigers and Iowa Hawkeyes on Sunday night. LSU won the game, but the fallout surrounding the trash talk between LSU’s Angel Reese and Iowa’s Caitlin Clark has dominated news cycles. The guys believe that trash talk is a part of the game and the tone of needing to protect the student athletes from it should be frowned upon.In college football news, the guys have updates regarding the Jeremy Pruitt saga at Tennessee and yet another case in which the NCAA is being sued over backpay owed to students.After their spring game, Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh declared that this current team is “the best he’s ever seen at Michigan,” which leaves the guys in disbelief as the regular season is still four months away.Ross spent some time at Auburn recently and provides an update as to how new head coach Hugh Freeze is adapting to the SEC after coming from Liberty University.Lastly, a few fishermen were given the luckiest catch of their lives & Mike Tyson explains how he acquired his tigers.1:00 UConn wins the men’s national championship over San Diego State11:25 LSU takes down Iowa to secure the women’s national championship21:35 Tennessee football’s infraction case30:05 The NCAA is getting sued again33:32 Michigan held its Spring football game leading to a strong Jim Harbaugh statement39:05 Hugh Freeze is getting settled in at Auburn43:48 A train carrying beer produces a legendary photo after a derailment47:42 Mike Tyson explained his tiger eraStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger give their thoughts on the latest congressional meetings that took place concerning name, image & likeness for student athletes.The house of representatives met today to discuss the future of NIL across the college athletics landscape. The meeting was considered a circus by some and concerning for those that have an interest in the future of athlete compensation. The guys debate whether or not congress should even handle this issue due to their lack of knowledge on the subject.The San Diego State Aztecs have put themselves in an interesting position by making the men’s final four. The podcast determines if this high-level exposure is enough to propel them into a Power Five conference such as the Pac-12.In other realignment news, the president of Fresno State has confirmed the rumors that the Big 12 is trying to scoop up the program. Meanwhile, the value of Fresno State is up in the air given the university’s location along with the strength of their program.Lastly, in news of the weird, Zimbabwe held its annual Mr. Ugly contest, which caused great controversy from the fans, and the cheating fishermen from Lake Erie have finally received their punishments.1:00 Dan denounces his friendship with Ross after the congressional NIL meetings28:30 The difference between professional advertising deals and collegiate NIL deals33:57 How likely is it that San Diego State joins the Pac-12?41:00 The Big-12 is interested in Fresno State45:40 What is UCONN’s legacy if they win another national championship?49:10 Zimbabwe’s annual Mr. Ugly contest caused great controversy53:30 The Lake Erie fisherman cheaters have reached a plea agreementStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger provide their thoughts on the final four teams standing in the men’s college basketball tournament on today’s episode.In a surprising turn of events no #1 ranked teams have made the final four. Instead, the Miami Hurricanes, UConn Huskies, San Diego State Aztecs & Florida Atlantic Owls have clinched the final spots in this year’s tournament. In dramatic fashion, each of these teams have made great runs and are shifting the narrative that suggest NIL favors the Power Five schools.Miami’s journey has been especially interesting: from an FBI investigation to John Ruiz’s generous contributions trying to make them a contender. The guys give their predictions on which team will be cutting down the nets in next Monday’s National Championship.The highly talented and highly ranked Alabama Crimson Tide were bounced from the tournament by San Diego State, so the podcast determines whether or not that is a good thing for the Alabama program after being surrounded by so much drama this season.Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick came on the show last week and made his impact felt with his new NIL proposal. After a couple days, the show gives their thoughts on how to proceed with NIL as well as the ethics of income transparency for student athletes.1:00 The men's college basketball Final Four is set13:25 The impact of John Ruiz on Miami26:43 Who is going to win the national championship?30:20 The Alabama Crimson Tide got bounced from the tournament44:27 The impact of Jack Swarbrick’s new proposal on the NCAA1:05:12 An Oklahoma man used a brand new excuse to try to keep drinking at a barStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel, SI’s Pat Forde & SI’s Ross Dellenger are joined on this episode by Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick.Jack Swarbrick has a new NIL proposal to deal with some of the issues that have taken place across the college sports landscape since NIL was introduced. His idea includes class-miss policies to keep athletes on campus more and tries to solve for NIL being used as an inducement. Jack also provides his thoughts on Notre Dame’s status among the conference expansion discussions along with the new bill proposed in California that would dictate revenue share to athletes. Lastly, Jack caps off his appearance with a highly sought after rendition of the People’s Court.2:00 Jack has a new NIL proposal8:25 The NCAA should propose a national class-miss policy15:55 Is it possible to not have NIL as an inducement?21:05 What is the problem with NIL being used as an inducement?29:25 What happens if new legislation can’t be implemented for NIL?37:30 The impact of having heightened NIL on campuses41:25 What is Notre Dame’s role in expansion?47:40 Jack’s feelings on the athlete revenue sharing bill proposal in California1:00:05 The People’s CourtStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel, SI’s Pat Forde & SI’s Ross Dellenger discuss all of the latest drama surrounding the Alabama Crimson TideAlabama player Tony Mitchell was suspended from the team after incurring legal issues which brought Nick Saban to the podium. While discussing Mitchell, Saban stated that “There’s no such thing as wrong place at the wrong time”. This dominated the headlines as many wondered if Saban was also referring to the ongoing issues and investigations with the Alabama basketball program. The fellas discuss whether or not Saban was directly referring to Nate Oats’s infamous comment regarding the Brandon Miller situation.Also, new details were released from the night of the shooting Brandon Miller was involved with in Tuscaloosa, AL. The guys give a comprehensive breakdown on the new information and series of events that have come to light & whether it is good or bad news for star player Brandon Miller.In other college basketball news, Rick Pitino has concluded his time with the Iona Gaels and is on to another dream job with Saint John’s. Detroit Mercy senior Antoine Davis was unhappy with not being able to break the all-time college basketball scoring record as tournaments did not accept the Titans to compete.Lastly, two Virginia inmates were able to escape from prison and decided the best course of action would be to eat at iHop.1:00 Nick Saban states that “there’s no such thing as wrong place at the wrong time”17:27 There are new details that came from a Patch Tuscaloosa story on the Brandon Miller situation44:35 Rick Pitino was hired as the Saint John's basketball coach49:22 Antoine Davis was not happy with not being allowed to break Pete Maravich’s all-time college scoring record57:15 Two Virginia prisoners dug out of prison and went to IHOP after escapingStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & SI’s Ross Dellenger break down all of the biggest games that took place during the first weekend of March Madness.The rounds of 64 and 32 have been completed and the cream is rising to the top in this year’s college basketball March Madness tournament. We saw a lot of pivotal games including some major upsets in the first two rounds.The #1 seed Purdue Boilermakers fell to the #16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson Knights causing more heartbreak for the Purdue fans. Another early exit with a talented team has baffled the pod as Purdue coach Matt Painter can’t seem to get it right.This year’s tournament has not been friendly to the blue bloods either as Kansas, Duke & Kentucky have all been bounced in the round of 32 making the fellas question as which team can get back on track the quickest.The Texas Longhorns have been battling hard for interim head coach Rodney Terry and, to everyone’s surprise, the Ivy League’s very own Princeton Tigers are making noise as a #15 seed, beating not only #7 ranked Mizzou but also #2 ranked Arizona in the first round.The Arkansas Razorbacks head basketball coach Eric Musselman was very happy to make the sweet sixteen, shown by his disregard for upper body clothing when the Razorbacks advanced.Lastly, in news of the weird, a Texas A&M player has an interesting NIL deal & a very old clam has been discovered.1:00 The Sweet Sixteen is set4:50 Purdue’s collapse against #16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson12:33 The Blue Bloods are out of the tournament17:53 18:10 Why are more upsets taking place in the tournament than before?22:37 Eric Musselman goes shirtless after beating #1 ranked Kansas25:20 Who can take down the Alabama Crimson Tide?29:30 Has Rodney Terry secured his future with Texas?33:45 #15 Princeton is making noise this tournament38:30 Ross may have struck gold with his Tennessee pick42:10 Purdue didn’t like Fairleigh Dickinson’s Tobin Anderson’s comments before their game45:15 Matt Damon is playing Sonny Vaccaro in a new movie54:07 Texas A&M's Jalen Preston signs a bail bonds NIL deal55:30 A man in Florida found a special quahog clamStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger give their men’s March Madness Final Four predictions along with reacting to the firing of Syracuse’s Brent Axe on today’s episode.Longtime Syracuse radio host Brent Axe was fired on Monday for his “negative comments” on the Syracuse Orange basketball program. The guys give their opinions on Axe’s firing, which they find curious considering former Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim’s affiliation with the network.In other basketball news, the Ole Miss Rebels have found their newest head basketball coach in Chris Beard, a move which leaves Texas fans baffled after the former Longhorns coach was fired earlier in the year for domestic violence charges, which have since been dropped. Beard’s hiring leaves the guys exhausted with the hypocrisy of college athletic departments feigning an interest in morality, with this latest hiring shedding light on the pattern of reputation-cleaning at secondary schools.Before getting to the show’s official picks for March Madness, Dan gives his betting tactic for the tournament’s first round. Then, the guys predict who makes it out of the East, West, South & Midwest regionals.2:15 Radio host Brent Axe was fired for being too negative21:52 Chris Beard is being hired by Ole Miss40:30 Dan’s betting method for March Madness46:00 Which teams will make the final four?Free bracket contests for men's & women's tourneys for shot at $25KJoin the $25K Men's Best Bracket Contest!Stay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel & SI’s Pat Forde give their reactions to the 2023 NCAA tournament bracket reveal. The guys break down who has the most to gain and the most to lose in the upcoming tournament including some pretty big names.The podcast starts by discussing how the coverage of Alabama’s Brandon Miller will unfold throughout the tournament. The Alabama faithful aren’t helping the team by getting shirts banned at the SEC tournament, but that didn’t seem to affect one of the best teams in the nation.Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self had to miss the Big-12 tournament due to a health condition, but he is ready to take his team on a deep run. Purdue’s Matt Painter is trying to finally get the Boilermakers over the hump & the gang believes he has a team that can make some noise. The Houston Cougars fall into the Purdue category with a disciplined team that plays hard defense, but Kelvin Sampson will have to figure out a way to score in a very competitive division.The blue chip teams are complex this year with Kentucky having all the tools, but being unable to make it all click when they need it. On the other side of the spectrum, the Duke Blue Devils are white hot and Jon Scheyer could use a deep run to solidify himself as the guy for Duke.Lastly, in news of the weird, our neighbors up north in Canada have provided clarity to whether or not flipping someone the bird is illegal, and there is a new drinking guidance for the country.2:30 How will Alabama fare in the tournament among the distractions?17:00 Bill Self is returning from medical leave to lead the #1 seed Kansas Jayhawks21:00 It is finally the Purdue Boilermakers time to shine26:02 Is John Calipari feeling the heat after a cold streak in the tournament?29:55 Can Shaka Smart make it past the 1st round?33:05 Jon Scheyer lead Duke to a #5 seed36:30 Rodney Terry is looking to secure the Texas job with tournament wins41:00 Rick Pitino and Iona are back in the tournament47:50 Kelvin Sampson and Houston are looking to make a deep run49:30 A legal trial in Quebec determined that a man who flipped his neighbor the bird is not a crime52:30 Canada has updated their alcohol consumption guidanceStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Dan Wetzel and SI’s Pat Forde & Ross Dellenger review all of the biggest stories to come out of Nick Saban’s latest one-on-one interview including the new rule changes and NIL guardrails.Ross got to speak with Alabama Crimson Tide football coach Nick Saban, who gave plenty for the podcast to discuss. The topic of creating value for the student athletes sparked ideas of what a university values compared to the students. Saban was also unhappy with the premise of having to outbid another coach in order to get a player to commit to Alabama.With quarterback Arch Manning arriving on campus at the University of Texas, the competition for the starting spot is heating up. Quinn Ewers is trying to hold onto the position while Arch Manning is getting settled into the college environment. The guys discuss college football’s biggest QB battle.In other quarterback news, top prospect Dylan Raiola took an official visit with the University of Southern California, in what the show deems: the best weekend a person could have. The Trojans have now emerged as the top school to land Raiola after Heisman-winner Caleb Williams likely departs for the NFL next spring.Pat has some advice for the Pac-12 during their search for expansion: follow the Big East’s lead. After finding their conference identity, the Big East was able to get rid of the distractions while fortifying competitiveness and rivalries for years.Lastly, in news of the weird, Mexico’s president tweeted a picture of a famous mythological figure.1:00 The impact of Nick Saban on an interviewer9:15 Nick Saban’s thoughts on the current NIL landscape32:00 The Quinn Ewers & Arch Manning derby has begun38:30 Dylan Raiola took an official visit to USC41:42 The Pac-12 should learn from the Big East50:10 Mexico’s president took a photo of a famous mythological figureStay up to date with the latest college football news and coverage from Yahoo Sports on Twitter @YahooSportsCFB.Follow Dan @DanWetzelFollow Pat @ByPatFordeFollow Ross @RossDellengerCheck out all the episodes of the College Football Enquirer and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv