Over the weekend, it was reported that the Big Ten was floating around a 24-team College Football Playoff idea, eliminating conference championship games. Andy & Ari dissect this piece of news to ponder if this would ever work. Watch here as Andy & Ari explain why the 24-team CFP idea may need to be shelved for now.

(0:00) On Today’s Episode

(1:28) Presenting Sponsor

(3:17) Intro: Happy Contract Extensions!

(5:20) Big Ten’s 24 Team CFP Idea

(25:39) ACC & Big 12’s Stance

(29:06) Non-Conference Games

(31:52) Kansas State fires HC Jerome Tang after Rant

(43:02) Candidates to replace Tang in Manhattan

(48:09) Joey Aguilar vs NCAA latest

(56:04) LSU announces jersey patch

(1:09:49) Sacramento State joins the MAC

(1:11:45) Conclusion: Thanks for watching!

After the Big Ten and CFP discussion, Andy & Ari dive into the world of hoops, where Kansas State has fired Jerome Tang before the conclusion of his 4th season in Manhattan. Will Jerome Tang end up being fired for cause, or will he receive his buyout? The fellas discuss.

Next, Andy & Ari go from the hardwood to the courtroom, where Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar is fighting for another year of eligibility in Knoxville. Will Aguilar play for the Vols in 2026? Watch here as Andy & Ari dissect the latest in this case.

As many changes continue to be introduced in college football, another element will be introduced later this fall: jersey patches. LSU announced Monday morning that Woodside Energy would be on all jerseys for the Tigers. What others will be introduced in college football?

To close, Andy & Ari break down the latest in conference realignment. In this bizarre situation, Sacramento State has been accepted to join the MAC as football-only member in 2026.

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