Is Arch Manning the real deal — or are we overhyping the name?
About this episode
The Audible crew debates key storylines and players as they preview the 2026 college football season, including the impact of the Michigan investigation and Arch Manning's readiness for Texas.
It's time for the biggest storylines entering the 2026 season. Can Curt Cignetti keep Indiana among the College Football Playoff contenders? How will the SEC's new nine-game conference schedule impact the playoff race? Will Lane Kiffin deliver immediately at LSU? Is Arch Manning ready to lead Texas into national championship contention? Stewart Mandel, Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo debate the programs, coaches and quarterbacks that will define the 2026 college football season. The Michigan investigation appears to be reaching its conclusion, and The Audible crew breaks down what could be one of the biggest administrative stories in recent college football history. With reports that Michigan commissioned an extensive outside investigation into the culture of its athletic department, the crew discusses what it could mean for athletic director Ward Manuel, the fallout surrounding Sherrone Moore, and why this report could reshape the future of one of college football's premier programs. Next, the conversation turns toward the field as The Audible begins its official preview of the 2026 college football season. Bruce shares his biggest takeaways from Big 12 Media Days, including a…
People in this episode
Hosts: Stewart Mandel, Bruce Feldman, Ralph Russo
Topics covered
- Arch Manning
- 2026 college football season
- Michigan investigation
- SEC conference schedule
- College Football Playoff contenders
- Big 12 Media Days
- coaching changes
Keywords
- Arch Manning
- Michigan investigation
- SEC schedule
- College Football Playoff
- Big 12 Media Days
- Deion Sanders
- LSU
- Indiana
- DJ Lagway
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Indiana, SEC, LSU, Michigan, Colorado, Baylor
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