Podcast
The Eye Test College Football Podcast with Aiden Petterson
Aiden Petterson, a contributor for SB Nation's "Mountain West Connection", gives his thoughts on the ever-changing world of college football. Despite his roots lying in Missouri, he has covered Boise State and Wyoming football for four years and strives to immerse himself in college football 24/7/365. Whether it's a battle of SEC perennial powers or an under-the-radar clash in the Sun Belt, he is sure to cover your favorite team and not mince words.
- Episodes
- 16
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 1 hr 9 min
- On air since
- 2026
- Latest episode
- 1 week ago
Episodes
16 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 2 min
A Double-Whammy: Dissecting the Carnage of Week 7 and Looking Ahead to Week 8
Show notes
In this episode of The Eye Test College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson reviews the chaotic events of week seven in college football, highlighting significant upsets and performances. He discusses the implications for teams moving forward and reflects on the unpredictable nature of the current season. In this episode, Aiden Petterson discusses the implications of James Madison's recent loss on their playoff chances and the upcoming college football games. He also delves into the future expansion of the college football playoffs and its potential impact on coaching decisions and the Group of Six teams.
Takeaways
• Historic chaos in college football
• Underdogs dominate top teams James Madison's playoff hopes dimmed
• Expansion of college football playoffsChapters
• 00:00 Introduction and Week Seven Overview
• 03:02 Key Takeaways from Week Seven
• 05:58 Notable Upsets and Performances
• 11:57 Analyzing Team Dynamics and Future Prospects
• 17:04 The SEC Landscape and Surprising Results
• 23:03 Emerging Teams and Playoff Contenders
• 30:03 Conclusion and Season Reflection
• 31:25 James Madison's First Loss and Playoff Implications
• 35:07 Upcoming Games and Key Matchups
• 35:57 Future of College Football Playoffs
• 40:47 Impact of Expanded Playoffs on Coaching Decisions
• 45:10 Group of Six Teams and Their Challenges
• 51:17 Week Eight Predictions and Best Bets
• 01:05:42 Closing Thoughts on College Football -
50 min
WEEK 7 PREVIEW: TOP 25 MATCHUPS ABOUND, WISCONSIN AND BAYLOR FOR THE CFP, UPSET WATCH, AND BEST BETS
Show notes
In this episode of The Eye Test College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson previews week seven of college football, discussing key matchups, betting insights, and potential upsets. He analyzes the performance and prospects of top teams like Ohio State, Alabama, and Notre Dame, while also highlighting intriguing games involving Mississippi State, Kentucky, and UCLA. The conversation delves into college football predictions, focusing on key matchups and team performances, particularly highlighting Wisconsin's potential playoff bid and Texas's quarterback situation. Aiden Petterson provides insights on various games, analyzing team strengths and weaknesses while making predictions for upcoming matchups.
Takeaways
• Key matchups analyzed
• Betting insights provided - Wisconsin's playoff potential
• Texas quarterback concernsChapters
• 00:00 Week Seven Preview
• 04:44 Ohio State vs. Indiana Analysis
• 06:20 Mississippi State vs. LSU Breakdown
• 09:42 Alabama vs. Tennessee Rivalry
• 12:52 Notre Dame vs. BYU Showdown
• 17:31 Oklahoma State vs. Houston Clash
• 22:12 Upset Watch: Kentucky vs. Oklahoma
• 25:25 UCLA vs. Wisconsin Matchup
• 25:40 Wisconsin's Resurgence
• 29:16 Texas's Critical Showdown
• 32:40 Northwestern vs. Michigan State
• 34:13 Group of Six Showdowns
• 38:05 Mountain West Matchups
• 43:19 Best Bets for Week Seven -
1 hr 22 min
The Week Six Conspectus: Texas Falls + Georgia Beats Bama + CFP Contenders/Pretenders
Show notes
In this episode of The Eye Test College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson reviews the key games from week six, analyzing the performances of teams like Texas, Oklahoma, Georgia, and others. He discusses the implications of these games on the College Football Playoff picture and highlights the strengths and weaknesses of various teams as they head into the next week. The conversation delves into the current landscape of college football, highlighting key performances, potential playoff contenders, and the implications of recent games. Aiden Petterson discusses teams like Iowa, Kentucky, and Wake Forest, analyzing their chances for the College Football Playoff while also addressing pretenders and emerging storylines.
Takeaways
• Texas's inconsistency raises concerns
• Georgia solidifies CFP contender status Iowa and Kentucky as playoff threats
• UCLA and Tennessee strugglingChapters
• 00:00 Week Six Game Autopsies
• 12:48 Texas's Struggles and Future Outlook
• 19:43 Georgia's Dominance in the SEC
• 20:29 AP Poll Insights and Rankings
• 32:55 Florida's Surprising Downfall
• 37:40 Nebraska's Continued Struggles
• 42:36 Iowa's Rising Threat
• 45:47 Boise State vs. Oregon State Showdown
• 48:32 Kentucky's Upset Over LSU
• 50:51 Identifying CFP Contenders
• 57:23 Pretenders in the Playoff Race
• 01:04:04 Underrated Teams Making Waves
• 01:12:08 Coaches Cooling Off Hot Seats
• 01:14:42 James Madison's Conference Move
• 01:18:16 AP Poll Insights and Analysis
• 01:25:57 Best Bets Review -
1 hr 16 min
Week Six Preview + A Nostalgia Yearning + Upset Watches + 10 Best Bets
Show notes
In this episode of the iTest College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson discusses the key matchups for Week 6 of the 2026 college football season, including headliners like Georgia vs. Alabama and Texas vs. Oklahoma. He also highlights Cinderella teams and their potential impact on the season. In this episode, Aiden Petterson discusses various college football matchups, focusing on team performances, potential upsets, and nostalgic reflections on programs that once dominated the sport. He provides insights into betting strategies and highlights key games to watch in the upcoming week.
Takeaways
• Key matchups analyzed
• Cinderella teams to watch - Boise State aims for redemption
• Nostalgia for college football powerhousesChapters
• 00:00 Welcome and Weekend Preview
• 02:51 Headliners: Georgia vs. Alabama
• 09:30 Rivalry Showdown: Texas vs. Oklahoma
• 34:23 Cinderella Stories: Boise State and Others
• 40:04 Boise State's Determination
• 41:03 North Dakota State's Undefeated Streak
• 48:08 James Madison's Playoff Aspirations
• 51:27 Nostalgia for College Football Greats
• 01:03:05 Upset Alerts for Upcoming Games
• 01:13:25 Best Bets for Week Six -
1 hr 6 min
The Week Five Conspectus: Mizzou Rocks Florida + Alabama Rolls + The Big 12 Disappoints
Show notes
In this episode of The Eye Test College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson discusses significant outcomes from week five, including Missouri's surprising victory over Florida and Alabama's resurgence. The conversation also touches on Kentucky's bold decisions, Shane Beamer's press conference, Ohio State's consistency, and USC's narrow win. In this episode, Aiden Petterson discusses the current state of college football, focusing on Lincoln Riley's precarious position at USC and the underwhelming performances of several top teams. The conversation also covers stock reports on teams rising and falling in performance, reactions to the latest AP Top 25 rankings, and insights into upcoming betting opportunities.
Takeaways
• Missouri's dominance over Florida
• Alabama's resurgence in college football Lincoln Riley's job security uncertain
• Underwhelming performances from top teamsChapters
• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 00:57 Missouri's Stunning Victory
• 12:11 Alabama's Return to Form
• 17:15 Kentucky's Bold Moves
• 21:26 Shane Beamer's Press Conference
• 25:59 Ohio State's Consistency
• 30:14 USC's Narrow Escape
• 32:33 Lincoln Riley's Future at USC
• 34:05 Underwhelming Wins in College Football
• 39:13 Stock Reports: Teams on the Rise
• 47:19 Stock Reports: Teams on the Decline
• 56:20 AP Top 25 Reactions and Insights
• 01:00:14 Betting Insights and Predictions -
59 min
Week Five Preview + 'Bama/Miss St + Ohio St/Iowa + FLA/MIZ + Best Bets
Show notes
In this episode of the iTest College Football Podcast, Aidan Petterson dives into the key matchups for Week Five, analyzing headliners like Alabama vs. Mississippi State, Ohio State vs. Iowa, and Florida vs. Missouri. He also discusses narrative-shifting games and the implications for teams like North Carolina and Clemson, while highlighting the struggles of underperforming programs. In this episode, Aiden Petterson discusses the current state of various college football teams, evaluating their performances and potential for the season. He also highlights the pressures faced by coaches in the league, particularly those on the hot seat, and provides insights into upcoming games and betting predictions.
Takeaways
• Key matchups analyzed
• Coaching impacts on teams Minnesota's potential for success
• Coaches on the hot seatChapters
• 00:00 Introduction to Week Five Highlights
• 05:59 Headliners: Alabama vs. Mississippi State
• 10:21 Headliners: Ohio State vs. Iowa
• 15:23 Headliners: Florida vs. Missouri
• 20:03 Narrative Shifters: North Carolina vs. Notre Dame
• 23:29 Clemson's Challenges Against Miami
• 28:48 Battle of Underperformers: Cal vs. UNLV
• 29:07 Pittsburgh vs. Virginia Tech: A Defining Game
• 31:23 The Thrill of College Football Atmosphere
• 32:01 Evaluating Minnesota's Performance
• 35:09 Virginia's Challenge in the ACC
• 36:53 Kentucky's Road to Respectability
• 39:03 Cincinnati's Undefeated Status
• 41:11 Penn State and Northwestern's Showdown
• 46:16 Coaches Under Pressure
• 54:22 The State of TCU and Lincoln Riley
• 58:06 Best Bets for Week Five -
1 hr 12 min
Week Four Reaction + Florida is BACK + USC Flails + Michigan Gets Karma + MUCH MORE
Show notes
In this episode of The Eye College Football Podcast, Aiden Petterson discusses significant national headlines, including conference realignment talks and the Protect College Sports Act. He also analyzes key performances from various college football teams, particularly focusing on the Florida Gators and the chaos in the Big Ten and ACC. The conversation delves into the current state of college football, focusing on teams like the Indiana Hoosiers, Boise State, and Clemson, while analyzing their performances and future prospects. It also covers the AP Top 25 rankings and provides betting insights for the upcoming week.
Takeaways
• Conference realignment is ongoing
• Florida Gators are title contenders - Indiana Hoosiers face challenges.
• Boise State leads Group of Six.Chapters
• 00:00 National Headlines in College Football
• 03:36 The Protect College Sports Act
• 09:36 Florida Gators' Dominance
• 16:10 SEC Showdowns and Team Performances
• 26:28 Big Ten Chaos and Upsets
• 36:06 ACC Landscape and Wake Forest Upset
• 38:26 Indiana Hoosiers' Current Season Challenges
• 40:26 Boise State's Dominance in Group of Six
• 43:38 The Rise and Fall of G6 Programs
• 46:31 Oklahoma State's Surprising Performance
• 49:44 Clemson's Struggles and Future Prospects
• 55:53 ACC Showdown: Pittsburgh vs. Virginia Tech
• 58:13 AP Top 25 Rankings Analysis
• 01:04:12 Key Takeaways from Week Four
• 01:09:11 Betting Insights for Week Five -
45 min
WEEK FOUR PREVIEW + Six Top 25 Matchups + A G6 Super Bowl in Kalamazoo + Ten Best Bets
Show notes
The podcast delves into the week four slate of college football, analyzing top 25 pairings and group of six matchups. It provides insights into key matchups, betting predictions, and the potential impact on the CFP race. The analysis covers Ole Miss vs. Florida, Iowa vs. Michigan, Texas A&M vs. LSU, and Oregon vs. USC, offering detailed insights and predictions for each game.
Takeaways
• College football matchups and betting insights
• Analysis of top 25 pairings and group of six matchupsChapters
• 00:00 Week Four Slate Analysis
• 00:49 Top 25 Pairings and Betting Insights
• 02:15 Ole Miss vs. Florida Matchup
• 05:21 Iowa vs. Michigan Defensive Battle
• 09:13 Texas A&M vs. LSU Showdown
• 40:39 Oregon vs. USC Prediction -
1 hr 12 min
Week 3 Recap + AP Poll Rant + Ole Miss Downs LSU + Chaos in Nashville
Show notes
The podcast covers a detailed recap of college football games, including SEC highlights, a wild ending in the Vanderbilt vs. NC State game, Big Ten and ACC recaps, and USC's defensive struggles. It also touches on Boston College's challenges. The conversation covers college football coaching rumors, ACC and Boston College, Louisville's ACC challenge, Big Twelve highlights, BYU and Utah in the Big Twelve, Tulsa's CFP potential, Western Michigan vs. Boise State, Oregon State's potential, James Madison's performance, Ole Miss and Georgia in the AP Top 25, preseason polls and rankings, and coaching rumors and speculations.
Takeaways
• SEC games showcase standout performances
• USC's defensive struggles raise concerns ACC and Boston College face coaching challenges
• Tulsa's potential for CFP contention
• Preseason polls and rankings impact team perceptionsChapters
• 00:00 SEC Recap: Ole Miss vs. LSU
• 01:57 Florida State vs. Alabama
• 03:22 Mississippi State vs. South Carolina
• 06:56 Wild Ending: Vanderbilt vs. NC State
• 16:47 Big Ten Recap: UCLA, Maryland, Northwestern
• 26:14 USC's Defensive Struggles
• 32:01 ACC Recap: Virginia, Miami, Wake Forest
• 36:02 Boston College's Struggles
• 36:26 College Football Coaching Rumors
• 37:17 ACC and Boston College
• 38:20 Louisville's ACC Challenge
• 40:11 Big Twelve Highlights
• 41:23 BYU and Utah in the Big Twelve
• 43:01 Tulsa's CFP Potential
• 44:18 Western Michigan vs. Boise State
• 45:10 Oregon State's Potential
• 48:29 James Madison's Performance
• 54:38 Ole Miss and Georgia in the AP Top 25
• 56:29 Preseason Polls and Rankings
• 01:09:01 Coaching Rumors and Speculations -
1 hr 14 min
CFB Week 3 Preview + No. 7 LSU / No. 8 Ole Miss + No. 22 Houston / No. 13 Texas Tech + Best Bets
Show notes
The podcast covers college football previews, national headlines, and upset alerts for upcoming games. It delves into top 25 battles, social media buzz, and potential upsets to watch out for. The host provides insights and analysis for each segment, offering valuable information for college football enthusiasts. The conversation covers college football predictions, the impact of new coaches, and in-depth game analysis. Aiden provides insights into upcoming games, the influence of new coaching regimes, and detailed analysis of key matchups.
Takeaways
• College football previews
• National headlines
• Upset alerts College Football Predictions
• Impact of New Coaches
• Game AnalysisChapters
• 00:00 College Football Previews
• 03:01 National Headlines
• 06:06 Upset Alerts
• 44:18 College Football Predictions
• 46:35 Impact of New Coaches
• 53:15 Game Analysis -
1 hr 4 min
Week 2 Recap + No. 4 Texas Stuns No. 1 Ohio State + No. 6 Oregon Upset by Oklahoma State
Show notes
This pod discusses the impact of recent upsets in college football, focusing on the losses of top teams like Ohio State, Oregon, and Oklahoma. It also highlights the success of North Dakota State in the Mountain West Conference. The conversation covers the performances of various college football teams deemed "winners" and "losers" from the weekend based on average expectations. It also delves into the rise of Mississippi State's quarterback, Duke's surprising win at Illinois, Arkansas's woeful outing in Salt Lake, Rutgers' challenges, Kansas's off-field bickering, Army's last-second loss, and UNLV's mighty struggles.
Takeaways
• College football upsets
• Impact of losses on top teams College football teams' performances
• Impact of wins and losses on team resumesChapters
• 00:00 Weekend Upsets
• 03:13 Ohio State vs. Texas
• 09:56 Oregon vs. Oklahoma State
• 17:31 Michigan vs. Oklahoma
• 32:54 North Dakota State's Success
• 35:44 College Football Team Performances
• 38:02 Impact of Wins and Losses
• 44:22 Mississippi State's Rising Star
• 47:01 Duke's Surprising Performance
• 50:03 Arkansas's Struggles
• 55:07 Rutgers' Challenges
• 59:20 Kansas's Performance
• 01:01:12 Army's Loss
• 01:05:13 UNLV's Struggles -
1 hr 3 min
Week 2 Preview + Missouri/Kansas + Texas Make-or-Break + Biggest Games to Watch + Upset Alerts
Show notes
Aiden discusses Friday night matchups, the controversy surrounding a hype video, the intensity of college football rivalries, and key games for the upcoming weekend, including big games and spreads, Arizona State vs. Texas A&M, and Memphis at Boise State. The conversation covers vulnerable teams in the top 25, the dynamics of rivalry games and potential upsets, specific matchups such as Iowa vs. Iowa State, BYU vs. Arizona, Alabama vs. Kentucky, and Tennessee vs. Georgia Tech. Additionally, the host shares his best bets for the weekend and discusses North Dakota State vs. Air Force, Washington vs. Utah State, and Colorado State vs. Southern Utah.
Takeaways
• College football rivalries are intense and deeply rooted in history and tradition.
• Key games for the weekend include matchups with surprising spreads and potential upsets. Rivalry games are unpredictable
• Vulnerable top 25 teams face potential upsetsChapters
• 00:00 Friday Night Matchups
• 04:21 The Hype Video Controversy
• 09:48 The Intensity of College Football Rivalries
• 13:42 Key Games for the Weekend
• 19:35 Big Games and Spreads
• 23:21 Arizona State vs. Texas A&M
• 25:37 Memphis at Boise State
• 32:49 Vulnerable Teams in the Top 25
• 34:04 Rivalry Games and Upsets
• 34:58 Iowa vs. Iowa State
• 38:04 BYU vs. Arizona
• 39:42 Alabama vs. Kentucky
• 40:27 Tennessee vs. Georgia Tech
• 44:53 Best Bets for the Weekend
• 58:15 North Dakota State vs. Air Force
• 01:00:02 Washington vs. Utah State
• 01:02:20 Colorado State vs. Southern Utah -
1 hr 29 min
Week 1 Recap + LSU Expulsion? + 24-Team CFP + Winners/Losers
Show notes
The podcast covers a range of topics including the weekend recap, the Michigan vs. Western Michigan fiasco, Florida State's performance and future outlook, the legal battle between SEC, Lane Kiffin, and LSU, and the college football playoff expansion and negotiations. The conversation covers the structure of the College Football Playoff and the need for promotion and relegation. It also delves into the winners and losers of week 1, highlighting key upsets and standout performances.
Takeaways
• College Football Playoff Expansion
• Conference Realignment
• Legal Ramifications in College Football College Football Playoff Structure
• Week 1 Winners and LosersChapters
• 00:00 Weekend Recap and National Headlines
• 01:01 Michigan vs. Western Michigan Fiasco
• 10:53 Florida State's Performance and Future Outlook
• 20:33 Legal Battle Between SEC, Lane Kiffin, and LSU
• 28:20 College Football Playoff Expansion and Negotiations
• 46:21 College Football Playoff Structure
• 50:11 Week 1 Winners and Losers -
1 hr 58 min
Labor Day Weekend Bonanza: UMass Stuns CFB + Colorado A Legit Big 12 Contender + 3 Days of Picks
Show notes
On this lengthy and full episode, Aiden Petterson talks about the surprise win for 30-point underdog UMass on Thursday, Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes and their tough last-second win against Georgia Tech and gives out previews and picks for all remaining 70+ games to kick off from 11am Saturday to late Monday night during this Labor Day Weekend!
For a specific game, timestamps in the chapter section are provided.
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1 hr 11 min
LSU Saga Continues + Season Predictions + Preview of Week 1 Thursday/Friday Games
Season 1, Episode 2
Show notes
The conversation covers college football headlines, including the LSU and Lane Kiffin controversy, UCLA's athletic director firing, and predictions for upcoming games. It then transitions into game predictions and previews for specific matchups, providing insights into the teams and their performances. The conversation covers college football predictions and game analysis for the Thursday and Friday night slates. Aiden Petterson provides insights and predictions for each game, offering a detailed analysis of the matchups and spreads.
Takeaways
• College Football Headlines
• Predictions and Previews College football predictions
• Game analysisChapters
• 00:00 College Football Headlines
• 41:03 Predictions and Previews
• 47:00 Thursday Night Slate
• 59:37 Friday Night Slate -
48 min
Podcast Welcome + National Headlines + Week 0 Reaction
Season 1, Episode 1
Show notes
The Eye Test with Aiden Petterson covers a range of college football headlines, including LSU's controversy, USC's performance, North Carolina's win, Virginia's dominance, and more. Aiden provides insightful analysis and predictions for the upcoming games, setting the stage for an exciting start to the college football season.
Takeaways
• College Football Center podcast provides in-depth analysis of college football headlines
• Insightful predictions and analysis for upcoming games
• Exciting start to the college football seasonChapters
• 00:00 Introduction to The Eye Test
• 01:01 LSU Controversy and SEC Administration
• 06:14 USC's Performance and Fan Attendance
• 08:19 North Carolina's Win in Dublin
• 12:29 Virginia's Dominance and Schedule Analysis
• 18:43 North Dakota State's FBS Debut
• 31:23 Florida State's Performance and Concerns
• 36:37 Memphis's Victory and Playoff Implications
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