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Could LSU actually get kicked out of the SEC? Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka break down reports that SEC school leaders are considering extreme action against LSU over its pursuit of former professional players—then turn to the field for a full Week Zero recap and College Football Week 1 preview.The show starts with the first real results of the 2026 season. USC handles San Jose State, Bill Belichick and North Carolina grind out a win over TCU, Virginia makes an early statement against NC State, Florida State raises more questions despite winning, Memphis picks up a potentially important Group of Six victory at UNLV, and North Dakota State looks immediately comfortable at the FBS level.Then comes the biggest off-field story in the sport. With LSU continuing to push the eligibility issue surrounding former professional players, SEC presidents and university officials are reportedly discussing options ranging from membership probation and competition boycotts all the way to possible expulsion. Galen and Matt examine what the escalating confrontation says about LSU, Lane Kiffin, Greg Sankey and the balance of power inside the SEC.Finally, it’s time for Week 1. The guys preview Boise State at Oregon, Baylor vs. Auburn, Miami at Stanford, Toledo at Michigan State, Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin, Ole Miss vs. Louisville and SMU at Florida State.And the centerpiece: Clemson visits LSU in a fascinating opening-night test. Can LSU put two weeks of chaos aside and justify its preseason expectations, or is Clemson walking into the perfect situation to make an immediate national statement?Plus, Football Weather debuts its new Weather Game of the Week and previews the return of the Football Weather Merit Poll.Subscribe to Football Weather for smart, conversational national college football coverage throughout the 2026 season.

North Dakota State is about to play its first game as an FBS program. Voice of the Bison Sam Neidermann joins Football Weather to explain how NDSU built one of college football’s great dynasties—and why the program believes it is ready for the Mountain West.Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka talk with Neidermann about the decades of history behind North Dakota State football, from its Division II success through a dominant FCS run that turned the Bison into one of the sport’s most recognizable programs outside the traditional power conferences.The conversation explores why the move to FBS took so long, what finally made the Mountain West a fit, and the structural advantages that allowed NDSU to dominate at the FCS level. Sam breaks down the program’s Upper Midwest recruiting pipeline, development on the offensive and defensive lines, passionate fan support, the Fargodome atmosphere, and the institutional investment behind the move.They also discuss expectations for NDSU’s first FBS season, a difficult Mountain West road schedule, what James Madison’s rise might tell us about the Bison’s future, and what the FBS playoff could learn from the on-campus atmosphere and structure of the FCS postseason.Finally, what will North Dakota State actually miss about FCS football—and how quickly can the Bison establish themselves at the next level?Subscribe to Football Weather for smart, conversational coverage of college football from across the national landscape.

Who has the most delusional fan base in college football? Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka debate Auburn, Penn State, Tennessee, Texas, LSU, Notre Dame, Michigan and more—after breaking down the 2026 AP preseason poll and the teams getting too much or too little respect.The episode starts with Ohio State at No. 1, Oregon near the top, Georgia’s curious lack of first-place votes, Indiana’s placement after a national championship season, and the uncertainty surrounding Miami and a crowded group of SEC playoff contenders. Galen and Matt also examine USC, Michigan, Washington and Penn State as they try to sort out the next tier of Big Ten teams.Then things get more dangerous: which college football fan bases have expectations that are most disconnected from reality? Auburn’s coaching carousel and historical peaks enter the conversation, as do Penn State’s expectations after James Franklin, Tennessee’s relationship with its glory years, Texas’ enormous resources, Florida State’s ACC frustration, LSU’s coaching history, and the never-ending debate surrounding Notre Dame.And where does Michigan fit? Sometimes a fan base sounds delusional because its program really has accomplished enough to justify the confidence.Subscribe to Football Weather for smart, conversational national college football analysis throughout the 2026 season.

Can Miami finish the job after reaching the national championship game—and is anyone capable of stopping Texas Tech in the Big 12? Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka preview the ACC and Big 12 contenders, playoff paths, coaching pressure points, and the growing talent gap within college football.The episode begins with a look at why preseason polls still matter, even when the predictions prove spectacularly wrong. Galen and Matt examine how early rankings shape perception, résumé strength, and the College Football Playoff conversation throughout the season.From there, they break down Miami’s attempt to return to the national title game with Darian Mensah at quarterback, the questions surrounding Mario Cristobal, and whether Clemson, Louisville, SMU or Florida State can emerge as a legitimate ACC challenger. They also debut the Football Weather Power Four Hot Seat Board and examine the pressure surrounding Mike Norvell and other coaches.In the Big 12, Texas Tech enters as the clear favorite despite the Brendan Sorsby situation and uncertainty surrounding new starting quarterback Will Hammond. Could BYU, Houston, Utah or another contender disrupt the Red Raiders’ path? And should losing a conference championship game affect a team’s playoff standing?The show closes with breaking news that Notre Dame and USC will renew their rivalry beginning in 2030, replacing Notre Dame’s scheduled series with Indiana—and a larger debate about why college football’s approach to nonconference scheduling no longer makes sense.Check out the Football Weather 2026 Power Conference Hot Seat Board! Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more Football Weather and smart, conversational national college football coverage throughout the 2026 season.

Sam from College Football with Sam joins Galen and Matt for a wide-ranging preseason mailbag. They discuss the SEC’s reaction to its nine-game schedule, whether a 9–3 team could reach the playoff, and why the Big Ten may have the more compelling championship race.The conversation also turns to the pressure surrounding Steve Sarkisian and Texas, USC’s potential breakthrough under Lincoln Riley, the message Big Ten coaches could deliver at Media Days, and the ACC’s bewildering new tiebreaker system.

College football may have just hit a major crossroads.This week on Football Weather, Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka break down the resolution of the Brendan Sorsby eligibility and gambling controversy, what the outcome means for NCAA enforcement, and why this case could have ramifications far beyond a single player or program.The guys talk through the Big 12's response to Texas Tech and the state of Texas, the surprise news that Sorsby has now put his name in for the NFL Supplemental Draft, and the aftermath of the the saga that has gripped the college sports landscape for the last few weeks. We also answer listener questions about the dormant commerce clause, the troubling implications of readily available sports wagering, and the question of whether the resolution of this situation would apply to other NCAA rules situations.🎙️ Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOME23 for 15% off your first order.👉 Subscribe for weekly national college football analysis, playoff discussion, and offseason coverage.

Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka open with Indiana’s surreal role in the College Football 27 reveal, including Curt Cignetti’s national spotlight and what it says about the Hoosiers’ rise.Then it’s a full 2026 college football preview built around the games that may matter more than people realize right now. USC’s brutal Big Ten stretch, Penn State’s schedule, Miami-Clemson, BYU-TCU, Alabama-Tennessee, Texas A&M’s SEC gauntlet, Ohio State’s road traps, Notre Dame’s path, and the early national title picture all get time as Football Weather starts mapping out the season ahead.

The College Football Playoff expansion debate is heating up, and the SEC–Big Ten power struggle may be only part of the bigger story. On this episode of Football Weather, Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka break down what Greg Sankey, Tony Petitti, the College Sports Commission, NIL enforcement, and player pay disputes could mean for the future of college football.From 16-team vs. 24-team playoff models to the future of conference championship games, the guys talk through why the SEC may be resisting rapid expansion, why the Big Ten is exploring a different path, and whether college football is drifting toward a full breakaway — or even a Big Ten/SEC split. They also dig into NIL cap circumvention, unapproved player payments, the limits of federal legislation, and why collective bargaining may be the only stable way forward.Subscribe and follow Football Weather for smart, direct college football conversation as the sport keeps changing.

Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka are back on Football Weather to dig into one of the biggest debates in college football: should the College Football Playoff expand to 24 teams?They talk through the strongest arguments on both sides, including whether the regular season is already devalued, why oversized conferences have changed the sport, how much trust anyone should have in the CFP committee, and why the SEC’s reaction to expansion matters. They also get into non-conference scheduling, media-rights politics, athlete compensation, and why more playoff access could be good for schools, fans, and the long-term health of the sport.

Realignment chaos and playoff politics are back — and it’s officially Football Weather.Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka break down Sacramento State’s surprising move to the MAC and the FBS, what it means for the future of the Group of Five, and whether schools are racing to move up before the “drawbridge” to FBS closes.Then the guys dive into the leaked Big Ten 24-team College Football Playoff proposal, why SEC pushback is predictable, and the deeper issue: flawed team evaluation, bad incentives, and the danger of losing meaningful September matchups.After the break, College Football with Sam joins the show for a wide-ranging Big Ten preview — including Indiana’s title defense, Oregon’s loaded roster, Ohio State’s brutal schedule, Michigan’s roster turnover, and sleeper teams like Iowa and Washington.🎙️ Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOME23 for 15% off your first order.👉 Subscribe for smart, national college football analysis — because it’s always Football Weather.

The offseason has officially arrived — and Football Weather is back.Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka are joined by Stefan Krajisnik of cleveland.com to break down Ohio State’s offseason reset, including the Buckeyes’ CFP exit, coaching changes, roster turnover, and what Ryan Day’s program is learning about the modern NIL and transfer-portal era.The conversation expands into a wide-ranging look at national college football storylines, from portal winners and losers to Big Ten scheduling philosophy, revenue sharing uncertainty, and why the College Football Playoff calendar still doesn’t make sense.It’s a thoughtful, big-picture episode focused on where the sport is headed next — and what powerhouse programs like Ohio State are doing to adapt.🎙️ Presented by Homefield Apparel👉 Subscribe for smart, national college football analysis — because it’s always Football Weather.

The College Football Playoff is down to one game left — and Football Weather breaks it all down.Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka recap an unforgettable CFP semifinal weekend, including Miami’s narrow Fiesta Bowl win over Ole Miss and Indiana’s stunning demolition of Oregon in the Peach Bowl.The guys then dig into the transfer portal chaos, highlighted by Washington’s contract standoff, NIL legal questions, and which programs are actually winning the portal race as January closes.Finally, it’s a full National Championship preview: Indiana vs Miami, covering matchup keys, efficiency metrics, injuries, penalties, home-field dynamics, and what will ultimately decide the title.🎙️ Presented by Homefield Apparel👉 Subscribe for smart, national college football analysis — because it’s always Football Weather.

It’s bowl season chaos on Football Weather.Galen Clavio and Matt Blaszka break down Michigan’s surprising hire of Kyle Whittingham, what it means for both the Wolverines and Utah, and the hire's long-term upside in the Big Ten.The guys then answer listener questions about the future of the College Football Playoff — including expansion, transparency, home games, and the growing tension between bowls and campus sites.Finally, it’s a full bowl and CFP quarterfinal preview, with deep dives into Ohio State–Miami, Oregon–Texas Tech, Georgia–Ole Miss, and Indiana–Alabama in a potentially rainy Rose Bowl, plus thoughts on weather, matchups, and where the Big Ten stands nationally.🎙️ Presented by Homefield Apparel👉 Subscribe for smart, national college football analysis — because it’s always Football Weather.