The McShay Show

Welcome back to ‘The McShay Show’! Todd and Steve open by reacting LIVE to Ohio State’s 34-23 win over Notre Dame in the CFP national championship. Then, the guys reflect on their favorite moments from the past year in college football and share some under-the-radar prospects they’re excited about heading into NFL draft season. To close, they react to reporting that Ben Johnson’s been hired as the head coach of the Chicago Bears and discuss his fit alongside Caleb Williams.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to The McShay Show! The guys open by discussing Texas’s Quinn Ewers and Matthew Golden declaring for the draft, and what to make of Penn State’s running backs returning to school. Then, they’re joined by ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit to talk about the state of college football and what to watch for in the Ohio State᠆Notre Dame national championship.Quinn Ewers Declares for the DraftCarson Beck's Commitment to MiamiState of the Transfer Portal and NILMatthew Golden Declares for the NFL DraftEvaluating Penn State's Top ProspectsKirk Herbstreit Joins the ShowThe Current State of College FootballCFP Championship Preview: (8) Ohio State [-8.5] vs. (7) Notre DameCFP Championship Odds Preview and Picks The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Todd McShayGuests: Steve Muench and Kirk HerbstreitProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to ‘The McShay Show’! Todd and Steve open by reacting to news that Deion Sanders has spoken to Jerry Jones about the Cowboys’ head coaching vacancy. Then, they break down the hiring of Mike Vrabel in New England and what lessons franchises can learn from Washington’s instant success in year one with Dan Quinn and Jayden Daniels. To finish the show, the guys rank open NFL general manager positions.(2:22) Jerry Jones and Coach Prime Talk about Cowboys Job(21:58) Patriots Hire Head Coach Mike Vrabel(28:22) What Teams Can learn from Jayden Daniels(36:38) Successful Roster Building: The Draft Blueprint(47:06) Which Open GM Job is the Most Attractive?(56:21) How Teams Value The Volume of Their Draft Picks(1:05:23) Join our YouTube Livestream During the CFP FinalThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to ‘The McShay Show’! Todd and Steve kick off with their live reactions to Ohio State’s 28-14 win over Texas. Then, they talk Quinn Ewers’s draft decision and what to make of Ohio State being a 9.5-point favorite in the national championship against Notre Dame.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to ‘The McShay Show’! Todd and Steve kick off with their live reactions to Notre Dame’s comeback win over Penn State in the Orange Bowl. Then, they talk Drew Allar’s disappointing College Football Playoff performance, Abdul Carter’s NFL ceiling, and where Marcus Freeman ranks among current college football coaches.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to ‘The McShay Show’! Todd and Steve kick off by reacting to the Patriots falling in the draft order and the timing of their decision to fire Jerod Mayo. Then, they talk Titans quarterback options and what Tennessee should do with the no. 1 pick. To close the episode, the guys preview Penn State–Notre Dame and Texas–Ohio State.(0:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(2:00) Patriots Beat Bills & Lose #1 Overall Pick(13:41) Todd's Relationship with Robert Kraft(15:30) The 2025 NFL Draft Order is Set(17:34) Breaking News: Titans Fire GM Ran Carthon(18:39) 2025 NFL Draft Order is Set: The Titans are on the Clock(20:08) First Pick Odds: Cam Ward [-125] Shedeur Sanders [+105](25:05) QB Market: Drafting a Rookie vs. Free Agent Options(29:23) Who Would You Pick with the #1 Pick Today?(38:28) CFP Preview: (7) Notre Dame [-2.5] vs. (6) Penn State(57:52) CFP Preview: (8) Ohio State [-5.5] vs. (5) Texas(1:23:29) This Week on The McShay ShowThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Mark Panik, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Muench, a seasoned college football analyst, joins the discussion with insights into recent playoff action. Ohio State’s stunning win over Oregon showcases their offensive resurgence and standout players. Meanwhile, Texas's nail-biting overtime victory against Arizona State reveals both strategic challenges and emotional highs. Penn State’s solid performance against Boise State emphasizes the impact of strong offensive lines. The talk wraps up with a focus on pivotal player performances and the evolving dynamics of college football.

Stanford Steve, a college football analyst, joins Todd McShay to dive into the thrilling College Football Playoff quarterfinals. They discuss notable quarterback draft prospects, such as the implications of Carson Beck's NFL decision and Cam Ward's decision to sit out a bowl game. The duo breaks down key matchups: Penn State vs. Boise State, Texas vs. Arizona State, Ohio State vs. Oregon, and Notre Dame vs. Georgia, examining strategic elements and betting insights that have fans buzzing.

In this discussion, NFL analyst Steve Muench provides insights into the 2024 NFL redraft, focusing on standout college quarterbacks like Jaden Daniels and Drake Maye. He debates crucial selections, including why Malik Nabers might outshine Marvin Harrison Jr. and the implications of Bo Nix's potential on the Giants. The conversation also tackles the evolving landscape of rookie quarterbacks and strategic choices teams are making as they prepare for the draft, highlighting the blend of current performance with future potential.

Steve Muench, a college football analyst, joins Todd to dive into the thrills of the first College Football Playoff. They discuss Ohio State's impressive strategies that led to a win over Tennessee and examine Texas's tight match against Clemson. Muench emphasizes the need for changes in the selection committee, sparked by notable blowout losses from SMU and Indiana. The duo also highlights Notre Dame's remarkable winning streak and analyzes quarterback dynamics, making predictions for future playoffs.