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
May 23, 2025 • 30min
Summer School: Notre Dame Fans SHOULD Be Fired Up About 2025 Season
Bud Elliott sits down with Irish Illustrated's Tim O'Malley to preview Notre Dame's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:40) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:02:10) - Quarterbacks
(00:07:10) - Runningbacks
(00:08:45) - Wide Receivers
(00:11:25) - Offensive Line
(00:14:50) - Defensive Changes
(00:17:00) - Defensive Line
(00:18:40) - Defensive Backs
(00:19:55) - Defensive Names To Know
(00:21:00) - 2025 Expectations
Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.
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Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3
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May 22, 2025 • 1h
Coach Rankings Reaction: Overrated, Underrated, Trends To Note And More! | Cover 3 Podcast
Chip Patterson and Tom Fornelli break down the CBS Sports Coaching Rankings! They discuss the most over and underrated coaches, some notable trends and much more!
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:04:00) - CFP Seeding Update
(00:17:30) - Coach Rankings Reaction (Top 12)
(00:28:50) - Coach Rankings Reaction (13-25)
(00:35:30) - Coach Rankings Biggest Fallers
(00:44:15) - Fan Questions Coaches Jumping
(00:46:20) - Coach Rankings: Haters & Glazers
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.
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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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May 21, 2025 • 57min
Mailbag! What Conference Has The Best QBs? Top Fan Experience, More! | Cover 3 College Football
The Cover 3 crew is back with their mailbag episode! The boys answer all your mailbag questions while breaking down the latest news around the college football world.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:30) - Jeremiah Smith Hypothetical
(00:04:40) - Golf Gambling Question
(00:10:00) - Coaches Rankings Update
(00:12:30) - College Sports Commission Update
(00:18:00) - Hockey Playoff Update
(00:20:10) - Notre Dame vs. USC
(00:26:00) - Fan Base Questions
(00:32:15) - CFP Question
(00:35:40) - Best Conference of QBs
(00:43:10) - Ranking Big 12 QBs
(00:48:20) - ACC vs. Big 12
(00:50:40) - Stories From DK's Golf Tournament
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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May 20, 2025 • 27min
Summer School: The Arch Manning Era Begins At Texas
Bud Elliott sits down with Horns247's Eric Henry to preview Texas' 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:00) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:03:00) - Offensive Changes
(00:05:30) - Wide Receivers
(00:07:10) - Tight Ends
(00:09:00) - Running Backs
(00:11:00) - Offensive Line
(00:15:12) - Defensive Names To Know
(00:17:20) - Defensive Line
(00:20:00) - 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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May 19, 2025 • 1h 5min
Coach Rankings Week Part 1: Toughest Calls On Our Ballots | Cover 3 College Football Podcast
The Cover 3 crew is back to break down their Coach Rankings. The guys quickly break down the latest news around the college football world before discussing their coaching rankings.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:30) - Best Coaching Move Ever Seen
(00:08:00) - Potential Changes To CFP for 2025 Season
(00:16:30) - Recruiting Headlines Of Note
(00:25:30) - Coach Rankings Preview
(00:43:50) - More Coach Rankings
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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May 18, 2025 • 24min
Summer School: Iowa State NEEDS To Start The Season Strong With Tough 2nd-Half Schedule
Bud Elliott sits down with Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse to preview Iowa State's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:35) - 2024 Recap
(00:01:25) - Rocco Becht
(00:04:08) - Skill Positions
(00:06:05) - Offensive Line
(00:08:45) - Defensive Backs
(00:10:40) - Defensive Front
(00:14:42) - 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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May 17, 2025 • 30min
Summer School: Minnesota preview: Gophers must lean on running game
Bud Elliott sits down with Gopher Illustrated’s Ryan Burns to preview Minnesota’s 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:10) - 2024 Recap
(00:02:45) - Drake Lindsey
(00:06:35) - Running Game
(00:09:10) - Wide Receivers
(00:12:30) - Danny Collins
(00:14:35) - Defensive Line
(00:16:30) - Koi Perich
(00:19:08) - 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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May 16, 2025 • 23min
Summer School: Missouri Has The Capability To Win Ten Games This Season
Cover 3's Bud Elliott is joined by the Power Mizzou’s Gabe DeArmond to preview Missouri’s 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:04) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:03:20) - Offensive Changes
(00:05:00) - Wide Receivers
(00:06:00) - Beau Pribula
(00:07:40) - Running Backs
(00:08:30) - Offensive Line
(00:09:30) - Schedule Breakdown
(00:12:00) - Defensive Changes
(00:15:17) - Defensive Backs
(00:17:34) - 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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May 15, 2025 • 26min
Summer School: Alabama Has A Top Wide Receiver Core In The Country
Bud Elliot sits down with BAMA247's Cody Goodwin to preview Alabama's 2025 season.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:00:45) - Vibe Heading Into 2025
(00:02:40) - Offensive Changes
(00:03:50) - Quarterbacks
(00:08:00) - Offensive line
(00:09:40) - Running backs
(00:12:00) - Defensive Changes
(00:14:10) - Defensive Backs
(00:15:40) - Defensive Front
(00:17:50) - Most Impactful Transfer
(00:19:45) - 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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May 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
Mailbag! How To Fix The Transfer Portal, ACC Spring Meetings, More! | Cover 3 College Football
The Cover 3 crew is back for a special mailbag episode! The boys answer all your questions, PLUS some ACC spring meetings discussions and how to fix the transfer portal.
(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:02:00) - Bill Belichick & Other ACC Spring Meetings Notes
(00:10:40) - Jackson Caldwell To Miami
(00:23:20) - Clearing House Question
(00:31:00) - Fixing The Transfer Portal
(00:37:30) - Coaches You Automatically Deduct a Win from
(00:49:00) - More Bold Predictions
(00:56:40) - Big Ten Chess Moves?
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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