Inside the College Sports Power Meeting

Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel break down what they thought of the White House roundtable, specifically which ideas made sense, where they found common ground, and where they disagree. They also challenged some of the narratives including the idea that players are being left behind academically and that college sports has a revenue problem, arguing instead the real issue is spending. Then, a College Football Final reunion. Former ESPN analyst Mark May joins Rece to revisit his years alongside Lou Holtz, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, spirited (but respectful) debates, and the humor and heart that define Holtz both on and off camera.

0:00 - Welcome

0:30 - White House roundtable: What made sense?

5:00 - Are players being left behind academically?

11:41 - Was the old college football system really better?

19:01 - Executive order coming soon: What will be in it?

23:24 - College sports’ big problem is spending, not revenue

30:13 - ESPN’s College Football Final reunion: Mark May joins Rece Davis to talk Lou Holtz

35:09 - Mark May on his civil debates with Lou Holtz

37:49 - Mark May on Lou Holtz’s acting chops

39:00 - ESPN’s Final Verdict origin story

44:29 - Would Lou Holtz thrive in the modern game?

48:27 - Lou Holtz hated drinking …water?

50:30 - Lou Holtz’s go-to line was…

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