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Hosting a party for the big game? Are you about to have a house full of hungry people with painted faces looking to you for food? Have no fear, nothing saves a party from hunger like the Burger Box from Whataburger. It comes with 10 single or double patties (with or without cheese), all the fixings (like lettuce and tomatoes — which you can customize) and sauces. Perfect for whenever, whatever, whoever. Order online from April 4-7 and earn double reward points. There is only one way to describe Rhoback – Best Fit, Best Feel. Rhoback has released so many items within their new licensed gameday collection and it’s our favorite. With novel polo designs and clean hoodie and q-zip designs for some of your favorite schools – it’s definitely worth checking out. Nobody else on the market is pairing these level of custom designs with this quality of activewear. Use the code ANDY on Rhoback.com for 20 percent off for all new customers. (0:00-1:10) Intro(1:09-4:09) James Fletcher III joins: How UNC got in(4:10-7:01) Must Watch Games(7:02-8:53) Which teams can go on a run?(8:54-12:40) Favorites ahead of the tournament(12:41-16:59) Upsets in the Tournament(17:00-17:45) Whataburger(17:46-19:40) Can Alabama get BACK to the Final Four?(19:41-20:59) Players to Watch in the tourney(21:00-26:31) Cinderella? Best Draw: Florida(26:32-27:23) Arizona's Run?(27:24-28:54) Tennessee's FIRST Final Four?(28:55-31:19) Final Four Picks(31:20-32:42) Worst Draw? Wrapping up with James(32:43-33:49) Rhoback(33:50-35:08) Jonas Williams at USC Preview(35:09-43:26) Jonas Williams sits down with Ari(43:27-45:25) Ari's Fractured Toe(45:26-49:09) Arizona's Version of a Spring Game(49:10-1:00:53) Colorado & Syracuse Spring Game? Top Pairings(1:00:54-1:01:55) Conclusion - Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow! Now that we are officially one day away from the full Round of 64 commencing, On3's bracketologist James Fletcher III joins the show to give us the FULL preview of this year's incredible bracket. Which favorites will make a run? Who will be the Cinderella in this year's field? What players do we need to watch for? Are all four #1 seeds destined for the Final Four? Find out all of these questions and more with James Fletcher! Later, highly touted QB Jonas Williams joins Ari from Dallas and explains what he is expecting at USC now that he is committed to Lincoln Riley and the Trojans. Afterwards, Andy & Ari wrap up discussing Ari's fractured toe along with the talks of Colorado & Syracuse doing a spring game event. It also got the guys thinking of what other schools should partner up for a spring game. Watch us LIVE on YouTube at 9:30 am et/8:30 am ct: https://youtube.com/live/Q4WDV8CUjv0 Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Hosting a party for the big game? Are you about to have a house full of hungry people with painted faces looking to you for food? Have no fear, nothing saves a party from hunger like the Burger Box from Whataburger. It comes with 10 single or double patties (with or without cheese), all the fixings (like lettuce and tomatoes — which you can customize) and sauces. Perfect for whenever, whatever, whoever. Order online from April 4-7 and earn double reward points. (0:00-12:04) Intro - West Virginia vs NCAA(12:05-12:59) Whataburger(13:00-24:18) Why 5-Star QBs stay silent on NIL Compensation(24:19-25:54) PaniniAmerica.net(25:55-1:03:54) Dennis Dodd from CBS Sports Joins(1:03:55-1:08:09) Dennis Dodd's Rules for Life(1:08:10-1:09:19) Wrapping up, Conclusion As the First Four matchups begin tonight in Dayton, Ohio, West Virginia's governor Patrick Morrisey took a stand on Monday against the NCAA, using the words "National Corruption Athletic Association." With the snub for the Mountaineer basketball program, Andy & Ari discuss this piece of news. Also, we revisit Monday's interview with Ryder Lyons, who discussed NIL compensation, and Andy & Ari take a deep dive into top-tier recruits discussing their compensation. More from Ari on this here: https://www.on3.com/news/if-you-do-you-get-labeled-as-chasing-money-why-5-star-qbs-refuse-to-discuss-nil-compensation-during-their-recruitments/ Later, Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports joins the show. Last week, Dodd announced his retirement upon the conclusion of the basketball tournament in April. Andy & Ari check in with Dennis to discuss his storied career, discussing the highlights along the way. He also provides some incredible rules for life. On Tomorrow's show, James Fletcher III will join us to discuss the NCAA Tournament. Send in your questions regarding football, basketball, and everything else in between to andystapleson3@gmail.com or ari.wasserman@on3.com. Watch us on YouTube instead! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sports Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey 

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.Hosting a party for the big game? Are you about to have a house full of hungry people with painted faces looking to you for food? Have no fear, nothing saves a party from hunger like the Burger Box from Whataburger. It comes with 10 single or double patties (with or without cheese), all the fixings (like lettuce and tomatoes — which you can customize) and sauces. Perfect for whenever, whatever, whoever. Order online from April 4-7 and earn double reward points. Thank you to Gametime for sponsoring today's episode! Planning your college football travel for this season? Gametime has tickets to every game. (And every concert and comedy show.) Download the Gametime App and enter code: STAPLES for $20 off your first purchase, terms apply. Last Minute Tickets, Lowest Prices, Guaranteed. (0:00-1:25) PaniniAmerica.net(1:26-3:21) Intro: We have a Bracket!(3:22-7:40) Diving Into the Bracket(7:41-9:51) Ari Sees Cam Newton(9:52-13:49) Basketball Players as Football Players(13:50-19:49) Any Lower Seeded Favorites?(19:50-21:17) Gametime(21:18-26:21) McNeese State Manager, Characters of College Sports(26:22-30:49) Last Four In: UNC Discussion(30:50-39:17) First Four Games(39:18-40:57) Whataburger(40:58-48:24) Ari's Weekend In Dallas(48:25-57:23) 5 Star 2026 QB Ryder Lyons Joins the Show(57:24-1:00:02) Conclusion Cue the theme music! March Madness is HERE and we break down the biggest highlights and storylines of the field! Are there any lower seeds favored by Vegas? How did North Carolina get in? Also, Andy gives his thoughts on the First Four games in Dayton, Ohio. Later, Ari revisits his big weekend in Dallas. Tasked to do an interview solo, Ryder Lyons joins the show from Dallas from the OT 7-on-7 this past weekend. Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/JjwqI4ZafIo Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey 

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES (0:00-8:55) Cooper Flagg's Injury on Thursday(8:56-26:00) Comparing Flagg's Injury to Football(26:01-28:20) Story Time(28:21-31:47) PaniniAmerica.net(31:48-37:26) Texas Departing Talent(37:27-45:46) Power 4 -> Power 2?(45:47-47:22) Story Time with Ari(47:23-49:27) TV Rights(49:28 -58:02)Suck-ccessories(58:03-1:00:14) Timothée Chalamet as Steve Spurrier?(1:00:15-1:03:37) Ari Tries to Buy a Car(1:03:38-1:05:30) Ari's Update with the Pest Control Company(1:05:31-1:21:16) Limited Fast Food Promos(1:21:17-1:25:10) Conclusion - See you Monday with a Bracket!Watch us on YouTube instead! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sportsHosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-4:49) PaniniAmerica.net(4:50-11:15) Intro: Previewing Texas Tech(11:16-38:46) Texas Tech's Joey McGuire joins(38:47-41:30) Joey McGuire's rules for life(41:31-47:18) Discussing Texas Tech, Ari's Lens Flare(47:19-1:03:58) EA Sports College Football Cover Leak?(1:03:59-1:07:26) Story time with Ari(1:07:27-1:10:49) Wrapping Up EA Sports Discussion(1:10:50-1:16:32) The Greatest Sports Quote Ever?(1:16:33-1:17:41) Conclusion - Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow! Andystapleson3@gmail.com Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire joins the show to talk about the Red Raiders’ historic transfer portal haul and huge expectations for 2025. He also gives Andy and Ari a great rule for life. Later, Andy and Ari break down the EA Sports College Football 26 cover leak. Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/SnQVT441BIY Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-5:00) Intro(5:01-18:37) Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney Joins(18:38-27:46) Tom Allen Hiring, Cade Klubnik's Development(27:47-32:52) Dabo Swinney's Rules for Life(32:53-38:03) Closing out with Dabo Swinney(38:04-45:07) The CJ Spiller Story(45:08-1:01:48) In Depth Discussion on Clemson(1:01:49-1:05:05) Conclusion: Ari's Cowboy Hat? Clemson coach Dabo Swinney joins the show to explain why he doesn’t listen to Ari — or anyone else who thinks he should change the way he builds his roster. Swinney explains why Clemson dipped its toe in the transfer portal and why he still believes the best way to build a football program is with good high school players who remain bought in to the school they originally chose. Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/1kd1y-piUxQ Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-3:44) PaniniAmerica.net(3:45-9:39) Intro: Texas A&M, Agent of Chaos?(9:40-26:34) Deep dive into Texas A&M Ahead of 2025(26:35-40:05) Texas A&M Win total: 7.5(40:06-54:11) Rich Rodriguez's Rule for TikTok(54:12-1:02:41) Coach Calipari and the SEC Tournament(1:02:42-1:03:19) Conclusion When Andy and Ari made their list of the toughest schedules in the country, one team kept popping up on those schedules: Texas A&M. And because there are so many teams on the Aggies’ schedule facing pivotal seasons, it means that if Texas A&M is good, then the Aggies can wreak havoc across the SEC. Texas A&M fans are still starved for a College Football Playoff run. Can Marcel Reed and a revamped group of skill position players get the Aggies there? And what happens everywhere else if they do? Plus, Ari has made his predictions for the biggest quarterback battles of the offseason. How accurate will he be?  Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/RZ5GV5i9xMc Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-1:37) Tickets Punched for the Big Dance(1:38-2:08) Huel(2:09-4:38) March Madness Update(4:38-13:55) IATA, Spring Break and Ari(13:56-18:12) True Freshman QB1?(18:13-20:33) Deuce Knight, Auburn(20:34-30:05) Keelon Russell, Alabama(30:06-34:18) Bryce Underwood, Michigan(34:19-37:45) PaniniAmerica.net(37:46-51:44) Penn State's WR Problem, Remodeling(51:45-52:36) State & Liberty(52:37-1:01:29) In depth on Miami before Spring(1:01:30-1:07:35) Ari's Cleveland Browns Fandom(1:07:36-1:10:57) DJ Lagway's Status before Spring Ball(1:10:58-1:12:08) Conclusion: Texas A&M Promo for tomorrow Spring practice has either begun or is about to begin at schools across the country, and Andy and Ari have questions. Are any of the early enrollee true freshman quarterbacks (Michigan’s Bryce Underwood, Auburn’s Deuce Knight, USC’s Human Longstreet, Alabama’s Keelon Russell, Ohio State’s Tavien St. Clair) in a position to compete for the starting job at their new schools? Can a transfer or freshman wide receiver at Penn State finally make that position group productive again? Will we see Carson Beck throwing at Miami this spring? LSU killed it in the portal, but can the Tigers develop a run game? Watch the show on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/gn9Rl5xcb-s Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.  State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-3:25) PaniniAmerica.net(3:26-9:11) Intro: Teasing Name that Logo(9:12-12:27) Kent State's 2025 Schedule(12:28-15:52) Mississippi State's 2025 Schedule(15:53-19:22) Arkansas' 2025 Schedule(19:23-22:46) Kentucky's 2025 Schedule(22:27-26:57) Wisconsin's 2025 Schedule(26:58-27:51) State & Liberty(27:52-33:48) LSU's 2025 Schedule(33:49-38:08) Syracuse's 2025 Schedule(38:09-40:38) South Carolina's 2025 Schedule(40:39-44:37) Florida's 2025 Schedule(44:38-49:35) Oklahoma's 2025 Schedule(49:36-52:17) Easy Draws: Maryland's 2025 Schedule(52:18-54:37) North Carolina's 2025 Schedule(54:38-57:44) Big 12's Best Draw(57:45-1:00:44) SEC's Best Draw(1:00:45-1:07:28) Grabass Friday: Name That FCS Logo(1:07:29-1:15:29) 2nd Half of Name That Logo(1:15:30-1:18:57) Conclusion: See you next week! Andy and Ari break down the most difficult schedules in college football in 2025, and there are some doozies. Oklahoma, Florida, LSU and Arkansas all face nasty slates in pivotal years. What did Syracuse do to deserve the hardest possible ACC draw? Andy and Ari break down those and they reveal which teams got the easiest draw from their megaconferences. Later, it’s Grabass Friday! Andy and Ari face off to see who can correctly identify the most FCS logos.  Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/IKiFd08gIscHosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE Washington coach Jedd Fisch joins the show! Fisch discusses why he’s still having a spring game, why the college general manager job still isn’t the same as the NFL general manager job and why we should get excited about Huskies sophomore quarterback Demond Williams Jr. playing behind a beefed-up offensive line. Andy also asks Fisch if he realized former boss Bill Belichick was taking notes with a plan to move into college football.  It’s a great discussion with a coach who can speak authoritatively on the recent flow of NFL people and NFL ideas into college football because. Fisch has worked extensively at both levels. It’s also a Dear Andy/Dear Ari show, and as always you’ve asked some tremendous questions… Should Arizona State be offended by the level of uncertainty from the national media following Cam Skattebo’s departure? What is the potential of Maryland football? Could Iowa or Nebraska be the teams that surprise everyone next year?(0:00-6:04) Intro: Washington ahead of Year 2 with Jedd Fisch(6:05-7:14) Huel(7:15-26:50) Jedd Fisch joins the show(26:51-35:25) Jedd Fisch on CFB and NFL(35:26-37:24) Jedd Fisch's Rules for Life(37:25-41:24) North Carolina's Practice Jerseys(41:25-47:21) Andy & Ari's College Days(47:22-49:03) PaniniAmerica(49:04-54:27) Nebraska, Under the Radar?(54:28-1:01:17) Iowa's Potential, Ari's Pitch to Dominos(1:01:18-1:10:07) Maryland's Potential?(1:10:08-1:16:36) Coverage of Smaller Market Teams(1:16:37-1:20:47) Oregon and Dan Lanning Agree to 6-Year Contract(1:20:48-1:22:11) Conclusion: Guessing logos tomorrow Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/60-VLy2t_I4 Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. There is only one way to describe Rhoback – Best Fit, Best Feel. Rhoback has released so many items within their new licensed gameday collection and it’s our favorite. With novel polo designs and clean hoodie and q-zip designs for some of your favorite schools – it’s definitely worth checking out. Nobody else on the market is pairing these level of custom designs with this quality of activewear. Use the code ANDY on Rhoback.com for 20 percent off for all new customers. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES15(0:00-1:02) Intro(1:03-14:49) Canceling Spring Games for concerns of tampering?(14:50-18:03) Continuing the Spring Game talk(18:04-24:30) Story Time with Ari(24:31-27:16) PaniniAmerica.net(27:18-29:17) Rhoback(29:18-37:27) Storylines to follow: Arch and Texas(37:28-43:19) Ohio State vs Michigan, Deep Dive into Wolverines(43:20-55:11) The TOP Quarterback in the SEC(55:12-1:00:49) Can Florida State Bounce Back?(1:00:50-1:05:07) How Will Colorado perform?(1:05:08-1:05:48) Clemson in 2025(1:05:49-1:07:09) Penn State(1:07:10-1:17:30) Stepping Stone Teams(1:17:31-1:18:15) Dear Andy & Ari Tomorrow! Andystapleson3@gmail.com(1:18:16-1:24:58) Conclusion: Ari and the Food Court Platter Dabo Swinney said on Tuesday that Clemson will not go with the crowd and cancel its spring game. The Tigers will play one, even if a lot of other schools are cancelling or modifying theirs. Swinney said a spring game won't increase tampering with his players (it'll happen anyway). So why are so many other coaches so worried? Andy has some thoughts. Earlier this week, Ari unveiled what he believes will be the biggest storylines of the 2025 season. But what will be the BIGGEST story of the year? Arch Manning taking over as QB1 at Texas? Will Oklahoma be back? Can Ohio State overcome its Michigan problem? Andy has a few suggestions as well…  Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/6bwP-S4zqa4 Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-1:48) Intro: Is the ACC in trouble?(1:49-14:00) ACC's Expiration Date?(14:01-20:21) Streaming Services going for Big Ten, SEC?(20:22-28:55) The Future of College Football(28:56-36:09) The "Perfect" College Football Playoff(36:10-39:57) Wrapping up the ACC discussion(39:58-43:55) PaniniAmerica.net(43:56-56:43) Should Cooper Flagg consider staying at Duke?(56:44-59:21) Notre Dame to ever join a conference?(59:22-1:00:30) Conclusion The ACC plans to settle lawsuits with Clemson and Florida State, and the various boards are expected to approve the settlement on Tuesday. Who came out on top? It sure seems like Clemson and Florida State (and North Carolina and Miami). The ACC has a set a sliding scale of buyout costs should a school want to leave the league, and the number gets very manageable just as the Big Ten’s current TV deal expires. Does this mean there is an expiration date on this version of the ACC? Lastly, Andy & Ari discuss Duke phenom Cooper Flagg and if he should consider staying another year in Durham.  Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/CMZCCQcmN7s Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES15(0:00-3:22) PaniniAmerica.net(3:23-6:49) Intro(6:50-30:57) West Virginia Head Coach Rich Rodriguez joins the show(30:58-33:09) Wrapping up with Rich Rod(33:10-48:22) Deep Dive into West Virginia before 2025(48:23-49:04) Huel.com(49:05-51:22) Fuel your morning with Huel(51:23-1:01:46) North Carolina to be featured on Hard Knocks: Offseason(1:01:47-1:06:23) Ari vs the MAC, Discussion on Toledo(1:06:24-1:10:27) Ari goes to a Hockey Game(1:10:28-1:13:43) Tate Ratledge's Incredible 40 Yard Dash(1:13:44-1:15:10) Conclusion: Ari with a mullet?  State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE New (former?) West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez joins Andy and Ari to talk about returning to Morgantown after 17 years since he last coached there. His coaching odyssey took him to Michigan, Arizona, Oxford, Monroe, La., and Jacksonville, Ala., and brought him back on those country roads. Later, Andy and Ari discuss the NCAA college football rules committee’s proposal to try to curb faking injuries. Plus, Georgia offensive lineman Tate Ratledge ran what might be the greatest combine 40-yard dash of all time. Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/VdlPgHBoPnA Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii. This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-0:36) Wendy's(0:37-6:11) Ari's All American List, DJ Lagway or Lanorris Sellers?(6:12-10:26) Arch Manning or Cade Klubnik for 2nd Team QB?(10:27-17:49) Look at Florida(17:50-21:33) Ari's Defensive All Americans(21:34-24:49) Any Rules Changing in 2025?(24:50-31:56) Scott Loeffler leaving Bowling Green, Is Coaching in the MAC worth it?(31:57-34:48) PaniniAmerica.net(34:49-41:03) Jeff Goodman joins the show(41:04-46:01) New Orleans Gambling Investigation(46:02-49:56) Is the SEC that good in hoops?(49:57-52:28) North Carolina with Hubert Davis(52:29-57:04) Indiana Basketball Job(57:05-1:02:21) This weekend in hoops, closing out with Jeff(1:02:23-1:16:15) Grabass Friday: Ari vs the Ants  Ari unveils his 2025 Way Too Early All-America Team, and of course there are questions. The biggest one? D.J. Lagway over LaNorris Sellers at QB? Later, Jeff Goodman from The Field of 68 joins to talk college basketball. He explains gambling investigations in the low majors. He also breaks down the top of the SEC and sheds some light on Hubert Davis’ situation at North Carolina. Finally, we bring you the shocking conclusion of Ari vs. The Ants.  Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/MtHdigksRFI Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii.  This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code STAPLES, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/3BY2Amh(0:00-4:34) PaniniAmerica.net(4:35-12:22) Intro: Oklahoma Hires Jim Nagy as General Manager(12:23-26:42) How the Nagy hire effects CFB(26:43-31:19) Looking at the General Manager position in CFB(31:20-32:09) Teasing Ari and the Pest Control Co.(32:10-32:50) Wendy's(32:51-42:46) Why is Ari Convinced on a 10-2 SEC Team in CFP?(42:47-48:18) Comparing Basketball to Football(48:19-56:44) Is College Football going down like Nascar?(56:45-1:01:50) The New Voice Amongst College Football Coaches(1:01:51-1:03:58) Can Illinois Sustain Success in the Long Haul?(1:03:59-1:17:02) IATA: Ari and the Pest Control Company  It’s a Dear Andy/Dear Ari show, and your questions are the stars… Friend of the show Jim Nagy was hired as the general manager at Oklahoma. What does that mean for the Sooners? Who are the most outspoken coaches in this era of college football? Is Ari SURE a 10-2 SEC team (or two) would have gotten in over SMU? Is college football in danger of doing what NASCAR did? Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/VTDwrS1JN3I Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii. This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES15  State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI or when they go to this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-3:45) PaniniAmerica.net(3:46-11:11) Georgia's Upset win over Florida in Basketball(11:12-25:25) Looking at Kirby Smart with Georgia(25:26-26:30) Huel Ad(26:31-28:13) 2 Minute Recap(28:14-38:25) Hubert Davis' Contract Extension with UNC(38:26-39:52) State & Liberty(39:53-56:14) Recapping CFP Meeting on Tuesday(56:15-1:16:49) What Happened to the sport we love?(1:16:50-1:17:37) Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow! Andystapleson3@gmail.com Georgia football coach Kirby Smart helped keep the school from getting fined by asking students to wait to storm the floor after the Bulldogs beat Florida in basketball. Ari covered the College Football Playoff meeting Tuesday, and he came away frustrated that no one will just say what they’re doing or what they’d prefer. The ACC and Big 12 commissioners said they needed to run the numbers to determine how they might vote on the seeding rules for the 2025 season. Andy ran the numbers Tuesday night, and the answer seems pretty clear as to what those two leagues in particular should do. As the NFL combine ramps up, news emerged that former Texas QB Quinn Ewers is prepared to throw for scouts. Ewers was dealing with an oblique injury for most of the season. Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/2gTV1DR6brk Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii. This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE  (0:00-0:43) Wendy's Fresh Moves of the Week(0:44-2:40) Intro: Back from vacation!(2:41-5:04) CFP Meeting happening today in Dallas(5:05-17:38) What Should you ask the commissioners?(17:39-29:12) What result do people want to see from the meeting?(29:13-31:46) PaniniAmerica.net(31:47-36:28) Jayden Daniels' Biggest Rookie Card Pulled(36:29-47:28) Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders?(47:29-1:02:56) Luke Fickell extended through the 2031 season(1:02:57-1:09:24) Ari and his All-Inclusive Vacation(1:09:25-1:12:30) Conclusion; See you tomorrow!Ari is headed to the College Football Playoff meeting in Dallas on Tuesday, and he wants to know two things: 1) What should he ask conference commissioners about the potential changes to the CFP?2) What result would everyone most like to see from the meeting? Andy and Ari break down some of the possible questions and answers… Plus, Andy and Ari discuss Wisconsin’s decision late last week to extend football coach Luke Fickell even though Fickell hasn’t been particularly successful in Madison so far. This is apparently standard procedure for Wisconsin across multiple sports, but the question is why? Why bid against yourself for a coach no one else is trying to hire when your money would be better spent buying better players? Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/qjSgLoxjRVs Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii.(0:00-0:56) Wendy's(0:57-2:11) Intro: SEC Mike Joins(2:12-9:10) How many CFP spots for SEC teams?(9:11-16:11) Who NEEDS to make the CFP from the SEC?(16:12-23:26) Pulse of Tennessee heading into 2025(23:27-29:24) Auburn's Vibe (29:25-34:33) Concerns for Alabama?(34:34-41:25) Belief Meter in Texas?(41:26-48:50) Will Texas A&M change the narrative?(48:51-56:33) Is Oklahoma BUILT for success?(56:34-59:14) SEC's Boogeyman?(59:15-1:00:04) Conclusion Happy Monday! On this edition of Andy & Ari On3, JD Pickell fills in for the two as Andy & Ari wrap up their vacation. JD is joined by SEC Mike and the two go through the SEC as a whole. Who is your SEC champ heading into the season? Let us know in the comments below! Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/8hd3mtoXAtM Hosts: JD Pickell, Michael Bratton (SEC Mike)Producer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn’t always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That’s where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World’s #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It’s a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES15 (0:00-1:02) Wendy's(1:03-5:54) Introduction with Ralph(5:55-7:07) Reviewing the 2024 Season(7:08-19:34) Did we talk too much Arch?(19:35-26:31) Ari's ID of Notre Dame(26:32-31:31) Notre Dame in 2025(31:32-33:04) Huel(33:05-50:31) 12-Team CFP Discussions(50:32-56:07) Summary with Ralph(56:08-57:25) Conclusion; See you Monday! It's time for our year-in review with our honorable ombudsman from the Athletic, Ralph Russo. As Ralph is a frequent listener of the show, Andy & Ari sit down with him to give a fair review of our 2024 College Football Season. Did we talk about Arch Manning too much? How impressive was it for Ari to stick with Notre Dame from the beginning? Did the 12-team playoff work? Let us know your thoughts on our 2024 season in the chat! Is Ralph right? Watch us on YouTube instead! https://youtube.com/live/Un4qocvNtUM Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

When it comes to making the best hamburgers around the basics matter and Wendy’s?... well they’ve really got those burger basics on lock and boy does it show. So what’s the secret to all those hot and juicy hamburgers? Simple. Wendy’s always crafts their hamburgers with that fresh, never frozen beef they’re famous for. The result? Hot and juicy beefy hamburger perfection - every time. No matter which hamburger you order from the Wendy’s menu, you already know that thanks to those Wendy’s burger basics, it’s gonna be exactly what you were craving. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada; not available in Hawaii. This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. (0:00-4:58) PaniniAmerica.net(4:59-5:55) Intro - Jake Dickert(5:56-26:29) Wake Forest Head Coach Jake Dickert(26:30-42:52) Dear Andy & Ari, Name the best player you've seen(42:53-57:56) $40M to Buy a title team out of the portal?(57:57-1:05:05) Indiana in year 2 with Curt Cignetti(1:05:06-1:06:24) Conclusion; See you tomorrow! Happy Thursday! It's a Dear Andy & Ari show but first we head on over to Winston Salem, North Carolina. to catch up with new Wake Forest Head Coach Jake Dickert. Coming from Washington State, Dickert joins Andy to discuss the state of college football, handling conference realignment at WASU, and why the Demon Deacons can compete right now in the ACC. Next, it's time to get Dear Andy & Ari started, and we have a great question from Reed that send Andy & Ari into the archives. After that, Andy & Ari see a question from Bud Elliott that got Andy & Ari wondering: Could you a buy a national title contender using only players in the portal? Later, Andy & Ari look at Indiana and Coach Cignetti ahead of the 2025 season after making the first ever 12-Team CFP. Watch us on Youtube instead! https://youtube.com/live/4Oh8h0f4gxIHosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey