

Andy & Ari On3
On3, Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman
Welcome to “Andy & Ari On3” the ultimate daily podcast for college football fans! Join National College Football hosts Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman as they deliver the latest news, analysis, and insights from the captivating world of college football. Get in-depth coverage of teams, transfer portal, NIL, and recruiting with interviews featuring coaches, players, and experts. Tune in daily for your college football fix! Dropping on YouTube and podcast services at 3 pm et, Monday-Friday!
LIVE Instant Reaction shows during the season on Saturday nights at 11:30 pm et!
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May 7, 2024 • 1h 6min
The spring transfer portal window did not destroy America | LSU still needs help on defense
The transfer portal is closed, and the last of the entrants are finding new teams. On3’s Pete Nakos joins to break down the action.(0:00-5:49) Intro(5:50-25:44) Pete Nakos Joins to Breakdown Transfer Portal(25:45-37:48) Future of College Football, Court News(37:49-41:19) LSU Intro(41:20-1:04:10) Billy Embody from the Bengal Tiger joins(1:04:11-1:06:10) ConclusionAmorion Walker is the latest Boomerang transfer. Walker played at Michigan last year, transferred to Ole Miss in January and now has decided to transfer back to Michigan. Meanwhile, Alabama DB transfer Peyton Woodyard committed to Oregon. San Jose State CB transfer Jay’Vion Cole, the top remaining DB in the portal, committed to Texas.The landing spot for Oklahoma QB transfer General Booty remains unknown.Andy and Pete also discuss Pete’s story on the possibility that athletes might collectively bargain with schools or conferences even if they aren’t employees. This is what the schools would prefer, but it may not be possible because of a variety of factors.Next, Billy Embody of On3's The Bengal Tiger joins to talk LSU. First, he and Andy put to rest any J.D. PicKell-created debate over the nickname for Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier.Billy explains what LSU does now after missing on several key defensive line targets in the spring transfer portal window. He also offers some insight as to how LSU will replace the production of first-round receivers Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr.Want to watch the show instead? Join us live, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/zavjRpVgV2U Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 6, 2024 • 1h 20min
Does everyone just hate Deion? | Does James Franklin HAVE to win a national title at Penn State??
Thank you to Gametime for sponsoring today's episode! Gametime is the best place to buy last-minute tickets to sporting events, concerts and comedy shows. Making plans to follow your team on the road this college football season? Gametime has tickets to every game. Download the Gametime App and enter code: STAPLES for $20 off your first purchase, terms apply. Last Minute Tickets, Lowest Prices, Guaranteed.(0:00-5:27) Intro - Colorado, Dukes the Scoop Intro(5:28-27:44) Dukes the Scoop joins LIVE(27:45-43:06) Deion's Recruiting Style(43:07-49:03) Comparing Deion to Dabo(49:04-54:14) Wrapping up with Dukes(54:15-57:07) Penn State Intro(57:08-1:18:14) Sean Fitz from Blue White Illustrated Joins - Can Penn State make the 12 team playoff?(1:18:15-1:19:53) ConclusionOn3’s Phillip Dukes joins Andy to talk Deion Sanders. Dukes released a video over the weekend that attempted to make sense of why everything Sanders does is such a hotbutton topic.Andy and Dukes also tackle the closing of the transfer portal and discuss which teams got better.Next, Sean Fitz of Blue White Illustrated joins to help Andy answer a question that popped up during last week’s Dear Andy episode: Is Penn State on the list of schools where the job description of the head coach simply reads “win the national championship?”Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/eLcXN4p5Dj0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 3, 2024 • 1h 7min
Oklahoma beats Texas for a HUGE transfer portal commit | Can Texas A&M surprise in the fall?
The spring transfer portal window is closed, but there’s still drama. Oklahoma landed one of the most sought-after players in the spring window on Thursday when TCU transfer Damonic Williams committed. Williams started every game in his two seasons at TCU and was an honorable mention All-Big 12 player in 2023. Few defensive linemen with this resume had entered the portal this spring, and a lot of schools wanted Williams. It came down to Oklahoma and Texas.(0:00-9:09) Intro - Transfer Portal News(9:10-23:13) Pete Nakos Joins to Break down Transfer Portal(23:14-29:57) NCAA Antitrust Settlement Case, Future of CFB(29:58-32:56) Texas A&M Introduction(32:57-1:05:12) Billy Liucci from Tex Ags joins(1:05:13-1:06:47) Conclusion - Have a great weekend!On3’s Pete Nakos breaks down that decision as well as the ongoing recruitment of Michigan State transfer defensive lineman Simeon Barrow, who told Pete on Thursday that he might decide Friday from a group that includes LSU, Missouri and Miami.Plus, Oklahoma backup QB General Booty is the highest ranking player to ever enter the transfer portal.Next, Billy Liucci of TexAgs.com joins the show to talk about a quiet spring in College Station as new coach Mike Elko works to shape a roster that probably isn’t as loaded as we’d think given Texas A&M’s recruiting rankings of the past few years.In fact, the situation Elko finds himself in now is eerily reminiscent of the one Steve Sarkisian took over at Texas in 2021.But with QB Conner Weigman working his way back toward 100 percent, transfer Nic Scourton coming off the edge and an SEC schedule that isn’t as tough as the one some other teams got, the Aggies might be a surprise come fall.Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/f28nBlZ_710 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 16min
Has the Sanders family made a HEEL TURN at Colorado? | What jobs require winning a national title?
It’s a Dear Andy edition, and you have some great questions. Specifically, you have some very interesting questions about Deion Sanders.(0:00-7:37) Intro - Opt Outs, State of CFB(7:38-21:59) Introducing On3 - Her with Talia Goodman(22:00-24:09) Dear Andy Intro(24:10-45:31) Deion Sanders and Colorado(45:32-59:46) Coaches Hired to Win Championships(59:47-1:03:34) Group of 5 to Power 4 Transfers Idea(1:03:35-1:06:41) 4 New Conferences to Pick New Teams(1:06:42-1:09:49) Nick Saban's Retirement(1:09:50-1:14:03) G5 School to use in EA Sports?(1:14:04-1:16:14) ConclusionBut first, we’re very excited to introduce you to Talia Goodman. Talia is On3’s newest hire, and she’ll be leading the HER vertical. While a student reporter at Indiana University, Talia realized there wasn’t a transfer portal news-breaker covering women’s basketball, so she worked to make herself one. Now she’s the best in the game, and she’s bringing her talents to On3.Andy and Talia discuss how the women’s college game can capitalize on the moment it’s having currently, and Talia identifies the stars who will try to fill the void now that Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and company are off to the WNBA.Now, it’s time for your questions. Once again, Coach Prime and his team dominate the conversation.Will Shedeur Sanders' tweet clapping back at a former Colorado player hurt his chances to win awards? Would it affect his draft stock?How much longer should we reasonably expect Deion to be at Colorado?Given the discussion of the way Sanders handled cutting players and the back-and-forth between former and current Colorado players, what should be considered acceptable when managing a roster?Andy often talks about college football jobs where the job description is simply “Win the national title.” How many of those jobs are there? Which schools?Who does Andy plan to play as in Dynasty Mode when the new EA college football game debuts?Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube, join us LIVE from 8-9 am et! https://youtube.com/live/cKQr7TBrRf0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2024 • 1h 22min
The 2024 Ultimate College Football Team Draft
Thanks to Rhoback — the makers of the world’s most comfortable hoodies, polos and shorts — for sponsoring this episode. Use the code “ANDY” on Rhoback.com for a generous 20 percent off for all new customers through the end of this week. That’s 20 percent off all Performance hoodies, polos, and shorts with code “ANDY”.On3 national scout Cody Bellaire joins Andy for the 2024 Ultimate College Football Team draft.(0:00-2:21) Intro(2:22-14:50) Cody Bellaire Joins to Introduce the Draft(14:51-18:13) Round 1(18:14-21:32) Round 2(21:33-24:15) Round 3(24:16-28:28) Round 4(28:29-31:21) Round 5(31:22-34:45) Round 6(34:46-37:51) Round 7(37:52-41:09) Round 8(41:10-43:49) Round 9(43:50-48:07) Round 10(48:08-50:32) Round 11(50:33-53:00) Round 12(53:01-55:26) Round 13(55:27-57:43) Round 14(57:44-1:00:22) Round 15(1:00:23-1:02:15) Round 16(1:02:16-1:03:42) Round 17(1:03:43-1:06:03) Round 18(1:06:04-1:08:44) Round 19(1:08:45-1:10:38) Round 20(1:10:39-1:13:09) Round 21(1:13:10-1:16:59) Round 22 - Final Picks(1:17:00-1:21:58) Wrapping Up - Dear Andy tomorrow! Andystapleson3@gmail.comAndy and Cody each will declare their offensive and defensive schemes. Then they’ll draft the best possible teams to carry out those schemes on the field.Perhaps they’re looking for different quarterbacks, but everyone needs great offensive tackles, edge rushers, defensive backs and receivers. Who will get LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell? Who will get Ohio State’s Caleb Downs? Which general manager/coach will pick the best players for his chosen schemes?Feel free to heckle each pick in the chat.Want to watch the draft instead? Head on over to YouTube, and join us LIVE, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/JCeEJI-kEMc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 7min
Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola looks ready to SHINE | Is this the deepest Notre Dame team in years?
The hype train for Nebraska freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola is leaving the station, and Andy climbs aboard with Sean Callahan of On3’s Husker Online. Raiola’s spring game performance got the Nebraska fanbase pumped for the future. So what happens next? How does coach Matt Rhule handle the quarterback situation going into preseason camp? And who will help Raiola on offense when fall arrives?(0:00-4:29) Intro(4:30-13:49) Leaders Discussing Settlement of Antitrust Case(13:50-35:14) Sean Callahan from Husker Online Joins(35:15-40:28) Spring Transfer Portal(40:29-1:03:53) Tyler Horka from Blue and Gold joins(1:03:54-1:06:50) Conclusion - Draft Ultimate Teams tomorrowBefore that, Andy breaks down the news that the NCAA and major conferences have engaged in settlement talks in the House v. NCAA case. Why does this matter? Because any settlement likely involves the schools promising revenue sharing with the athletes going forward. That would change how the players are compensated, and it likely would lead to collective bargaining.Speaking of which, there was news on that front Monday out of Trent Dilfer’s UAB program.Also, a few more players jumped in the transfer portal ahead of its closing on Tuesday. Alabama freshman safety Peyton Woodyard entered on Monday night. Oregon is the favorite to land him. Nebraska edge rusher Chief Borders also has entered the portal. So has former Washington QB Sam Huard, who spent 2023 at Cal Poly. Offensive lineman Andrew Dennis, the highest ranked signee in Illinois’ 2024 class, also entered the portal.Next, Tyler Horka of On3’s Blue and Gold joins to discuss Notre Dame coming out of spring practice. The Fighting Irish got a good look at their quarterback room with presumed starter Riley Leonard recovering from ankle surgery, and the depth — and lack of QBs jumping in the portal — should inspire confidence. So should the performance of the receivers in the spring game. Notre Dame didn’t have anywhere near its full group, but the way the available players performed suggests that the passing game should be much more dynamic than it was last season.Want to watch the show instead? Join us LIVE on YouTube, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/iEzOKN7GSHs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 10min
How Big Ten-ready are the Oregon Ducks? | The transfer portal RBs are finding new homes
Thank you to Gametime for sponsoring today's episode! Gametime is the best place to buy last-minute tickets to sporting events, concerts and comedy shows. Making plans to follow your team on the road this college football season? Gametime has tickets to every game. Download the Gametime App and enter code: STAPLES for $20 off your first purchase, terms apply. Last Minute Tickets, Lowest Prices, Guaranteed.We’re talking about what Oregon should expect from the Big Ten and what the Big Ten should expect from the Ducks, but we also need to acknowledge that elsewhere in the Big Ten, the Dylan Raiola hype machine is operating at full capacity after Raiola’s spring game performance.(0:00-3:32) Intro - Oregon Spring Game(3:33-11:04) Nebraska Spring Game(11:05-25:29) Pete Nakos joins to update on the portal(25:30-36:50) Group of 5 Playoff?(36:51-56:59) Justin Hopkins from ScoopDuck joins(57:00-1:06:39) NFL Draft Recap(1:06:40-1:09:32) EA Sports Cover(1:09:33-1:10:04) ConclusionOn3 national reporter Pete Nakos joins to discuss the latest on the spring transfer portal window. Oregon State RB transfer Damien Martinez has committed to Miami, and Colorado RB transfer Dylan Edwards has committed to Kansas State. Meanwhile, Colorado wrapped spring practice and continued to add more transfers. That includes RB Rashad Amos, a Miami (Ohio) transfer who originally had planned to go to Mississippi State.Next, Justin Hopkins of Scoop Duck joins to talk about Oregon. The Ducks wrapped spring practice Saturday, and Oklahoma transfer QB Dillon Gabriel looks like he’s been in Eugene forever. We also got a look at a few potential star freshmen on defense, and we got our first look at QB Dante Moore as a Duck.Plus, Andy breaks down the rest of the NFL draft....Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/31fMSmF-mtY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 26, 2024 • 58min
SIX QBs in the top 12 of the NFL Draft? So many people are getting fired
Andy and Philip Dukes break down the first round of the NFL draft. Dukes is Atlanta born and bred, so he has many, many thoughts on the Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr. after just signing Kirk Cousins in free agency.(0:00-3:34) Intro - Falcons Draft and a Rant(3:35-13:16) Phillip Dukes Joins(13:17-15:42) Who Could Have the Falcons gottens?(15:43-25:13) Draft Recap(25:14-27:15) Mock draft Recap(27:16-29:52) Joe Alt to Chargers(29:53-33:54) Arizona State talent(33:55-37:36) Back to Back Heismans(37:37-39:31) Nate Wiggins(39:32-43:24) Which Party was the best from Draft(43:25-46:54) Favorite Picks Left(46:55-49:47) Malik Nabers Suit(49:48-50:58) Terrion Arnold to Detroit(50:59-55:56) College Football Portal Update(55:57-57:24) Phillip Dukes Monologue(57:25-57:43) ConclusionAndy recaps the performance of his first mock draft, which started out six for six and then totally fell apart afterward.Andy and Dukes also provide a short transfer portal update -- including a Player of Consequence who decided not to enter the portal.Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube, join us live, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/2dJy0TTsR_o Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 7min
The top 10 recruit highlight videos of all time | It's NFL draft day! | Transfer portal update
It’s a Dear Andy show, and we have a question that will ignite debate throughout the audience.(0:00-2:08) Intro(2:09-4:50) Reggie Bush's Heisman Returns(4:51-6:39) CFP Selection Update - Army/Navy(6:40-21:26) Pete Nakos Joins to recap the portal(21:27-22:05) Dear Andy Intro(22:06-26:47) Top 10 High School Tapes(26:48-28:02) Kyler Murray(28:03-28:55) Allen Iverson(28:56-30:57) Derrick Henry(30:58-32:03) Tavon Austin(32:04-33:53) Vince Young(33:54-36:12) Sam McGuffie(36:13-37:05) Noel Devine(37:06-38:39) Reggie Bush(38:40-40:24) Jadeveon Clowney(40:25-45:24) Sport Wrongs to Right?(45:25-49:18) NFL Draft Philosophy?(49:19-54:35) Any team, Any player, at Any time(54:36-58:29) Covid Athletes and Transfer Portal Era(58:30-1:02:48) Cold Weather in CFP Games?(1:02:49-1:06:14) ESPN TV Deals and the ACC(1:06:15-1:06:48) Conclusion - Happy Draft Day and Congrats to all that get Drafted tonight!But first, On3 national reporter Pete Nakos joins us for a transfer portal update. And the portal has been busy. On Wednesday, Georgia defensive lineman Christen Miller announced his intention to enter the portal. This is another player of consequence entering the portal. The question now is which non-SEC team will land Miller. Also, former Penn State receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith committed to Auburn.Now it’s time for your questions, including a leadoff question that is sure to ignite debate…In honor of Reggie Bush getting his Heisman Trophy back, does Reggie have the greatest high school highlight video of all time? Andy will rank the top 10.Also in honor of Bush getting his Heisman back, what other sports wrongs need to be righted?It’s draft night, and a viewer wants to know how Andy would build a team if he were an NFL general manager.Another viewer wants Andy to match perfect players with perfect teams/situations in the draft.Also, how will weather affect first-round College Football Playoff games?Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube, M-F, 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/lmbj5yFJF1s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 16min
Coach Prime's leading rusher hits the portal | Reggie Bush Heisman Returned |Andy's mock draft | Top 25 college football coaches
This show is sponsored by Rhoback, the makers of the world’s most comfortable hoodies, polos and shorts. Use the code “ANDY” on Rhoback.com for 20 percent off for all new customers through the end of this week.We’re a day away from the NFL draft, so it’s time for Andy to break down his mock draft. But first, there’s a lot of transfer portal news.0:00 Intro - Reggie Bush Gets his Heisman Back!12:56 Intro14:24 Transfer Portal Update - Colorado22:08 Other Portal News27:02 Jesse Simonton joins to talk the NFL Draft51:57 Jesse Simonton breaks down his top head coaches in college football1:14:42 Conclusion, Dear Andy Tomorrow - Andystapleson3@gmail.comThe most interesting name is Dylan Edwards, the Colorado tailback who led the Buffaloes in rushing last season. Edwards was one of Deion Sanders’ first big flips, choosing Colorado over Notre Dame out of high school. But now Edwards plans to hit the portal. Where will he go? We’re not quite sure, but Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson posted a photo of he and Edwards playing together in pee-wee football.Next, Andy and On3 national writer Jesse Simonton have things to argue about. Andy released his mock draft, while Jesse released his All-College Football team of potential NFL draftees.Jesse also revealed his top 25 college football coaches this week. That topic certainly won’t create any debate in the chat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


