College Gridiron Coast To Coast

Yards And Stripes: Navy Retains Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy as Bowl Season Awaits

Navy rallies late to defeat Army 17–16 and reclaim the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy in another classic chapter of the historic rivalry. Price Atkinson and Steve Carney break down Blake Horvath’s clutch performance, Eli Heidenreich’s game-winning touchdown, and Alec Tecza’s season-saving hustle play. The episode also previews Army vs. UConn in the Wasabi Fenway Bowl and Navy vs. Cincinnati in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl, discusses opt-outs and transfer portal impacts, and weighs in on the College Football Playoff debate surrounding Group of Five teams.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Big 12/SEC Breakdown: Texas Tech’s Title Push, Big 12 Basketball Chaos, and Ohio State’s Playoff Path

Texas Tech shockingly emerges as a national title favorite as Big 12 SEC Breakdown dives deep into the College Football Playoff. The crew analyzes the Red Raiders’ roster, Joey McGuire’s turnaround, and how Tech matches up with Georgia, Ohio State, and Oregon. Big 12 basketball takes center stage with early dominance from Arizona, Iowa State, and Houston, and a possible 10-bid league. Transfer portal drama surrounds Texas Tech and Arizona State quarterbacks, while CFP previews include Oklahoma vs. Alabama, A&M vs. Miami, and Ole Miss vs. Tulane. Plus, NBC4 Columbus reporter Joe Nugent joins the show to break down Ohio State’s playoff path and championship potential.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Pigskin & Burnt Ends: College Football Playoff Chaos, Texas Pride, and Bowl Season Truths

The College Football Playoff is here, and Pigskin & Burnt Ends breaks down what it means—especially for Texas programs. From Texas A&M hosting its first-ever playoff game against Miami, to Texas responding to playoff disappointment with a Citrus Bowl showdown versus Michigan, the postseason is packed with pressure and opportunity. The episode also examines SMU’s future ACC challenges, Houston’s urgency-driven Texas Bowl matchup with LSU, and Texas Tech’s stability following major contract extensions. Bowl season isn’t just about talent—it’s about motivation, discipline, and direction.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Big Ten Paradigm: Championship Breakdown, Coaching Carousel Chaos & College Football Playoff Outlook

This episode breaks down Indiana’s historic Big Ten Championship win over Ohio State, the tactical turning points in the game, and what it means for the College Football Playoff picture. Host Noah Drury and guest Tyler Danberg analyze Ohio State’s red zone struggles, Indiana’s defensive dominance, and how the Hoosiers became the No. 1 seed. The conversation also dives into major coaching moves across the Big Ten, including Penn State hiring Matt Campbell and the turmoil surrounding Michigan’s unexpected head coaching vacancy. The episode closes with a look at playoff matchups, bowl game previews, and why the Miami-Notre Dame-Alabama debate left fans divided heading into postseason play.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter

Get Off My Pylon: BYU Snubbed, Oregon Surges, and Why College Football’s Playoff System Is Broken

Championship Weekend exposed major flaws in the college football playoff system, and on the season finale of Get Off My Pylon, Matt Zemek breaks it all down through a Western football lens. BYU’s playoff snub, despite a strong résumé, highlights once again how brand power outweighs results. Oregon, meanwhile, emerged with a favorable playoff draw and legitimate national title hopes. Zemek also proposes replacing outdated conference championship games with “bubble games” to fix competitive imbalance. Plus, insights on USC, UCLA, Washington, Utah, Arizona, Arizona State, Colorado, Cal, Stanford, and a fascinating coaching rumor at Washington State. It’s a full postseason and offseason outlook as college football heads toward 2026.This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter:Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or moreUse promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or moreThink smarter.  TicketSmarter