Cover 3 College Football
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 analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz and previews each weekend with against-the-spread locks. From coaching searches to quarterback battles and everything in between, Cover 3 has it locked down.
Latest episodes
Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 12min
Who Has The TOUGHEST Schedule In College Football In 2025? Strength Of Schedule Rankings & MORE!
On Today's episode of the Cover 3 College Football Podcast The boys break down the Easiest and Toughest schedules for the 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:00) - Summer School Question
(00:04:10) - Louisville Poaches Top Kentucky Assistant
(00:16:40) - Top Running Back Rooms Rankings
(00:25:45) - Top 5 Toughest Schedules
(00:55:30) - Top 5 Easiest Schedules
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Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3
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Jun 10, 2025 • 23min
Summer School: Michigan State Needs To Make A Bowl Game
Bud Elliott sits down with Spartan Tailgate’s Stephen Brooks to preview Michigan State’s 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:00) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:02:55) - Offensive Changes
(00:05:30) - Runningbacks
(00:08:30) - Offensive Line
(00:10:55) - Defensive Players To Know
(00:12:30) - Linebackers
(00:13:15) - Defensive Line
(00:14:00) - Player To Know
(00:15:25) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3
Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3
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Jun 10, 2025 • 20min
Summer School: Wisconsin Looking To Bounce Back After Rough 2024
Bud Elliott sits down with Badgers247's Nick Osen to preview Wisconsin's upcoming season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:50) - 2024 Recap
(00:01:45) - Jeff Grimes
(00:02:50) - Billy Edwards
(00:04:10) - Wide Receivers
(00:06:15) - Runningbacks
(00:07:27) - Tight Ends
(00:08:50) - Defensive Front
(00:10:30) - Secondary
(00:11:15) - Linebackers
(00:12:30) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3
Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3
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Jun 9, 2025 • 60min
House Settlement Takeaways: What Paying Players Means for 2025, Beyond | Cover 3 Podcast
On this episode of cover 3 the boys break down the House v NCAA settlement. They discuss what this could mean for the future of college football, Who are the winners and losers and much more.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:30) - Baseball Talk
(00:04:00) - House Settlement Approved
(00:18:10) - Compensation Question
(00:21:45) - Transfer Portal Impact
(00:31:40) - House Settlement Impact on 2025 & Future
(00:36:50) - Fan Questions
(00:39:50) - More Fan Questions
(00:43:40) - Evan Stewart
(00:51:00) - CFP MODEL
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3
Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3
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Jun 8, 2025 • 24min
Summer School: Can Bill O’Brien Build On Year One Success At Boston College?
Bud Elliott sits down with Eagle Insider's Mitchell Wolfe to preview Boston College's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:00) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:02:10) - Offensive Changes
(00:04:30) - Quarterbacks
(00:05:45) - Wide Receivers
(00:07:00) - Runningbacks
(00:08:00) - Tight Ends
(00:09:40) - Defensive Changes
(00:12:55) - Secondary
(00:15:00) - 2025 Expectations
(00:17:50) - Player To Know
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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Jun 7, 2025 • 20min
Summer School: New-Look Virginia Tech Pushing For 8 Win Season
Bud Elliott sits down with VT Scoop's Kolby Crawford to preview Virginia Tech's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:40) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:01:20) - Offensive Changes
(00:02:55) - Runningbacks
(00:05:10) - Offensive Line
(00:07:20) - 2024 vs. 2025 Offense
(00:08:30) - Defensive Changes
(00:10:20) - Defensive Backs
(00:12:00) - Defensive Front
(00:13:30) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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Jun 6, 2025 • 24min
Summer School: USC NEEDS To Win On the Road In 2025
Bud Elliott sits down with USC Football.com’s Ryan Abraham to preview USC’s 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:55) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:02:50) - Offensive Changes
(00:05:15) - Wide Receivers
(00:06:55) - Running Backs
(00:07:50) - Offensive Line
(00:10:00) - Offensive Name To Know
(00:11:40) - Defensive Changes
(00:13:40) - Defensive Front
(00:15:20) - Defensive Backs
(00:16:30) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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Jun 6, 2025 • 23min
Summer School: UCLA’s Floor Needs To Be A Bowl Game
Bud Elliott sits down with Bruin Report Online's David Woods to preview UCLA's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:30) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:01:50) - Offensive Changes
(00:03:00) - Nico Iamaleava
(00:05:30) - Wide Receivers
(00:07:05) - Offensive Line
(00:09:00) - Runningbacks
(00:10:10) - Defensive Changes
(00:12:50) - Secondary
(00:15:25) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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Jun 5, 2025 • 24min
Summer School: Illinois CAN Be The CFP Darkhorse
Bud Elliott sits down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview Illinois' 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:45) - 2024 Recap
(00:03:40) - Offensive Changes
(00:06:00) - Wide Receivers
(00:08:10) - Running backs
(00:11:00) - Defensive Changes
(00:16:04) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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Jun 4, 2025 • 59min
MAILBAG! | College Football '26 First Impressions | House v. NCAA settlement Delayed | Cover 3 Pod
The Cover 3 crew is back to break down the latest news around college football. The guys discuss the House v. NCAA Case being delayed, Bud reveals some inside information on College Football '26 and much more!
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:02:00) - EA Sports College Football '26 Breakdown
(00:14:30) - Best Non-Power 4 Conference Player in 2025
(00:17:10) - 3 Nice Things About Texas Tech
(00:25:50) - Big 12 Question
(00:31:30) - Who Is The Next Nebraska?
(00:37:20) - CFB Preseason Preview Magazines
(00:42:10) - Odds To Make The Playoff
(00:45:40) - Bret Bielema
(00:51:20) - Prefered Viewing Preference
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football.
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/
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