The most INTRIGUING head coach storylines for the 2026 college football season | Kirby Smart, Dan Lanning, Steve Sarkisian

Happy Monday! As a new week is underway, it’s time for Andy & Ari to discuss the biggest head coaching storylines ahead of the 2026 college football season. With plenty of storylines to choose from, the fellas break it down into 3 categories: The Established, The Newcomers, and The ones in “Do or Die” mode. Watch here as Andy & Ari go through their list here. Do you agree with the guys? Who should be here instead?

 

(0:00) On Today’s Episode

(0:38) Presenting Sponsor

(2:22) Intro: Intriguing Storylines

(5:30) Established: Kirby Smart, Georgia

(16:55) Steve Sarkisian, Texas

(27:10) Dan Lanning, Oregon

(38:16) Newcomers: Kyle Whittingham, Michigan

(49:13)  Lane Kiffin, LSU

(59:05) Matt Campbell, Penn State

(1:07:05) Do or Die: Lincoln Riley, USC

(1:13:46) Dabo Swinney, Clemson

(1:21:17) Josh Heupel, Tennessee

(1:29:16) Conclusion: Thanks for watching!

 

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