College Football Enquirer

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger react to USC pulling off a massive upset over No. 2 Ohio State. What does this signature victory mean for Lincoln Riley’s future with the Trojans? Plus, the crew discusses Miami’s narrow escape against North Carolina, and Godfrey makes a passionate case to permanently retire the phrase "barely beat."

From there, ahead of the selection committee unveiling the first official CFP rankings on Tuesday, the guys dive into Andy’s latest 12-team bracket projection. Why is Notre Dame on the outside looking in? What should the committee do with the logjam of two-loss SEC contenders like Alabama and LSU? And will the Big Ten end up cannibalizing its own postseason bids before Week 10 sorts out the field?

To round out the show, the guys check the thermostat on college football's hottest coaching seats. Has Mike Norvell’s time at Florida State officially come to an end? How much time is left on the clock for Matt Rhule at Nebraska and Brent Venables at Oklahoma?

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger react to the Big Ten adopting new conference rules that align with the Protect College Sports Act. Ross explains how the framework effectively spikes the athlete compensation cap from $21.6M to $49M, creates strict penalties for school-affiliated third-party NIL, and why attorney Jeff Kessler is already threatening legal action over potential House settlement violations.

From there, the crew turns to the field for a packed Week 9 preview. Who gets the start at quarterback for Ohio State as the Buckeyes travel to the Coliseum to face USC, and what does a loss mean for Lincoln Riley's future? Plus, a breakdown of a classic Big Ten clash between Wisconsin and Iowa.

To round out the show, the guys make their picks in "I Got A Feeling" and Godfrey delivers the latest edition of his "Hipster Minute."

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger eulogize Oregon’s collapsed season, breaking down the critical off-season missteps that derailed the Ducks. Did the return of Dante Moore hurt or help, and if this downward spiral bleeds into next season, is Dan Lanning suddenly coaching for his job?

From there, the guys dive into a college football coaching carousel that just got chaotic. With high-profile job openings at Maryland, NC State, and Baylor, who are the top contenders, rising targets, and must-know names emerging to take over these programs?

To round out the show, the crew examines the shifting landscape of ownership in college athletics and asks: is Texas Tech megadonor Cody Campbell officially the Jerry Jones of college football? Are billionaire boosters taking over the sport entirely?

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey break down wild Big 12 upsets as BYU falls to UCF and Texas Tech stumbles against Cincinnati… In the 12-team playoff era, do fans and the committee simply need to accept that two-loss teams are going to be in the hunt?

From there, the guys evaluate the crowded SEC two-loss tier—examining Texas and Ole Miss after a wild tale of two halves, South Carolina’s walk-off field goal over Tennessee, and why confidence in Alabama is shrinking despite its win over Texas A&M... Where do these powerhouse programs actually stack up in the postseason pecking order?

To round out the show, the conversation turns to the Big Ten, where Lincoln Riley and USC were embarrassed by Wisconsin. With the Badgers now holding a legitimate path to the CFP, Indiana grinding out a tough win over Michigan, and teams like Northwestern and Minnesota surging, is the rise of the league's middle class actually good for college football?

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger react to Ross’s recent report on Miami president Joe Echevarria declaring that the Hurricanes cannot be locked into a conference long-term. The crew breaks down the growing $25 million financial gap between the ACC and the SEC/Big Ten, and why top programs are pushing back against congress-mandated membership caps under the Protect College Sports Act.

From there, the guys dive into the week's biggest quarterback storylines, including the Ohio State’s QB competition with Julian Sayin out indefinitely, Tommy Carr stepping up as the starter for Michigan against Indiana, Oregon’s QB woes, and Iowa’s move to new starter Jeremy Hecklinski.

To round out the show, he guys wrap things up by making their weekly "I Got A Feeling" picks and Godfrey delivers another edition of the "Hipster Minute."

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer...

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down the 24-team College Football Playoff "handshake" deal, what the potential bracket structure looks like, and why media and fans are overreacting to what it means for regular season games.

From there, the guys examine who has the better chance to make the current 12-team CFP, debating Texas vs. Michigan, LSU vs. Auburn, and which one-loss team in the Big Ten is positioned best down the stretch.

To round out the show, Andy and Godfrey break down full season strength of schedule evaluations across the Group of Six based on SP+ metrics, looking at JMU, Boise State, Western Michigan, and more and their chance to make the CFP.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down BYU’s shocking upset over Notre Dame, what it means for the Irish's playoff outlook, and Miami narrowly surviving Florida State…

From there, the guys unpack a chaotic SEC weekend as #1 Georgia falls to Auburn, Alabama drops its second straight to Tennessee, and Texas slips against Florida… Is it time to reevaluate the quarterback position at Texas?

To round out the show, Michigan gets a win after benching Bryce Underwood, the crew reacts to Ohio State vs. Indiana, and Oregon stays alive against Nebraska.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down how to truly evaluate Indiana heading into their high-stakes matchup with Ohio State, before diving into why BYU carries the pressure of the entire Big 12 on its back as they host Notre Dame.

From there, the guys map out the ultimate quadbox viewing experience for a stacked Week 7 slate, spotlighting key SEC showdowns and under-the-radar games you can't miss, including Oklahoma State at Houston and Wisconsin at UCLA.

To round out the show, we discuss James Madison voting to leave the Sun Belt for the American Conference, Ross's deep dive into "The JMU Way" and why the Dukes keep winning regardless of who's in charge, plus “I Got A Feeling” picks and another edition of Godfrey's Hipster Minute.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger examine whether panicking fanbases have a point when evaluating high-profile QBs like Arch Manning, Nico Iamaleava, Bryce Underwood, Dylan Raiola, and Dante Moore. Are these massive price tags matching actual on-field production?

From there, the guys each state their case for the true #1 team in college football before rounding out their top-5 rankings.

To round out the show, we get the latest update on 24-team Playoff expansion and where media rights negotiations stand between ESPN and the CFP as they potentially head to market.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down an incredible Week 6 of college football, starting with Georgia securing its first win in Tuscaloosa under Kirby Smart and Oklahoma shocking No. 1 Texas in the Red River Rivalry. Plus, Kentucky walks it off in OT again.

From there, the guys dive into the Big Ten madness, including UCLA’s upset over Oregon, USC improving to 6-1 against Penn State while extending Beaver Stadium’s bizarre top-5 attendance loss streak, and Indiana grinding out a win over Nebraska.

To round out the show, the crew unpacks Mike Elko’s viral "Billy's cesspool" comments and analyzes the impact of coordinators leaving top programs for head coaching jobs.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger preview the epic showdown between Georgia and Alabama, asking if Kirby Smart can finally get a win in Tuscaloosa. Plus, with Hurricane Isaias expected to make landfall Saturday, the guys break down how the weather could impact the game, along with the newest details on a proposed 24-team Playoff expansion.

From there, the guys break down a stacked slate of games featuring UCLA traveling to Oregon, Indiana taking on Nebraska, and the iconic Red River Rivalry.

To round out the show, the crew locks in their weekly "I Got A Feeling" best bets and Godfrey’s Hipster Minute.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down how Curt Cignetti's immediate turnaround at Indiana is shattering normal expectations for first-year head coaches at programs like Penn State, Auburn, and Michigan.

From there, the guys take a deep dive into Bill Connelly's SP+ rankings after Week 5, stripping away the preseason projections to reveal a shocking new Top 10.

To round out the show, we analyze Arkansas donor John Tyson's recent "he's got oil, I got chickens" line about Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell–debunking the actual valuations differences and its impact on modern NIL power struggles.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down all the Week 5 fallout, analyzing which head coaches (or players) cooled off their seats, or found themselves firmly on the hot seat.

From there, the guys pivot to the Heisman trophy race to dissect breakout performances from Alabama's Keelon Russell and Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith, while giving a mini-preview of the upcoming Georgia vs. Alabama matchup.

To round out the show, the crew reacts to other major Week 5 results, including the Colorado-Texas Tech playbook drama, before reacting to Andy Staples' latest bracketology.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down the Week 5 slate as coaching hot seats heat up across the country, while also reacting to a new Front Office Sports report detailing why CFB viewership is down year-over-year.

From there, Ross Dellenger gives the latest on where the likelihood of a 24-team playoff stands and the status of the PCSA now that it’s passed the Senate and moved to the House.

To round out the show, the crew makes their "I've Got a Feeling" picks and Godfrey goes in on the Hipster Minute. All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE, Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down the Protect College Sports Act passing the Senate and what hurdles remain as the bill moves to the House. Plus, Ross brings the latest from the College Football Playoff committee meetings on a proposed 24-team playoff format and media rights structure.

From there, we take a look at which coaches are on the hot seat… Are on the verge of 3 to 4 massive coaching buyouts this season?

To round out the show, the guys analyze the epic QB battle looming this weekend between Alabama’s Keelon Russell and Mississippi State’s Kamario Taylor… Is Alabama a legitimate national title contender?
All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger react to Iowa’s walk-off touchdown over Michigan, Oregon’s statement win over USC following Dante Moore’s injury, and Wisconsin upsetting Penn State in State College.

From there, the guys break down the separation in the SEC after two blowout wins by Florida and LSU, plus, could Mississippi State be a real contender?

To round out the show, the crew checks in on all the rest, including who’s the best G6 team right now.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger power rank a massive Week 4 slate using the "Chaos Index," breaking down high-stakes matchups like Texas A&M vs. LSU, Oregon vs. USC, and Iowa vs. Michigan.

From there, Ross gives us the latest from Capitol Hill on the Protect College Sports Act passing its newest procedural vote in the Senate, including a proposed amendment to cap coaching salaries at $5 million.

To round out the show, the crew makes their weekly picks in "I Got A Feeling" presented by Las Vegas, and Godfrey’s “Hipster Minute”

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer...

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger break down all the drama from the Arkansas football program, its Board of Trustees, and their out of the loop AD.

From there, Ross gives us the latest on the PCSA bill making its way through Congress. What happens once it gets to the House?

To round out the show, we take a look at Indiana’s first legit matchup, and is Clemson’s visit to Cal Friday night be Dabo’s last chance to save his job?

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer …

00:00 - Hello

00:48 - Arkansas holds board meeting

30:22 - Ross Reports on the PCSA

44:12 - Northwestern vs. Indiana

46:42 - Clemson vs. Cal

50:06 - Godfrey's G6 Highlights

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of CFE Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey, and Ross Dellenger share their thoughts on Ole Miss getting the last laugh over Lane Kiffin… Does this make Ole Miss a legit contender now?

From there, we take a look at more wild finishes like NC State versus Vanderbilt and Mississippi State at South Carolina… Is Kamario Taylor the real deal? Should Beamer be on the hot seat?

To round out the show, we take a look at the rest of Week 3’s results, including Kentucky thumping Texas A&M at home.

All this and more on the College Football Enquirer…

00:00 Show Rundown

00:55 Ole Miss take down Lane Kiffin and LSU

27:15 Vandy wild ending

37:15 Clemson 'Storms' back to beat UNC

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv

On this episode of the College Football Enquirer Andy Staples and Steven Godfrey address LSU QB, Sam Leavitt, listed as ‘doubtful’ ahead of Ole Miss... Is this a legit concern or more mind games?

From there we address the latest news out of North Carolina and we check in with Ross Dellenger on the road in Oxford.

To round out the show, we look ahead at an exciting week 3 slate, including matchups that make us say, "I've Got a Feeling" as well as the latest on the PCSA.

All that and more on the College Football Enquirer

00:00 Show Rundown

00:30 Sam Leavitt listed as 'doubtful'

18:45 UNC concludes internal investigation

35:04 I've Got a Feeling

48:40 PCSA update

Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

🎧 Apple Podcasts

🎧 Spotify

🖥️ YouTube

📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or https://yahoosports.tv