Rundown: (0:30:00) Zach Barnett (1:05:00) Taylor McHargue (1:35:00) Mickey Spagnola (2:20:00) Paul’s “Top 5”/Super Chat’s/Wheel/Quizzes/Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

365 Sports is joined by Mickey Spagnola, DallasCowboys.com Senior Writer & Team Insider, to break down an emotional and turbulent week for the Dallas Cowboys as they prepare for Monday Night Football. Spagnola details the return of key defensive pieces like DeMarvion Overshown and Shivaan Revell, updates on Quinnen Williams and Logan Wilson, and what the fully healthy offensive line means for Dak Prescott and the stretch run. #nfl #suicideawarness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #dallascowboys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

365 Sports welcomes Taylor McHargue, College Football Analyst for ESPN and the Learfield College Network, to break down a pivotal weekend across the national landscape. McHargue shares insight on Notre Dame’s tricky road test at Pitt, the mounting CFP implications for Texas and Oklahoma, Baylor’s administrative turmoil and its impact on Dave Aranda’s future, the Big 12 championship race, rising pressure in the SEC and Big Ten, USC’s showdown with Iowa, and the chaotic American Athletic Conference stretch run. He also discusses the major renovation plans at Rice Stadium and what it means for the program’s long-term trajectory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

365 Sports is joined by Zach Barnett, National College Football Writer for FootballScoop, to break down the latest in Baylor’s administrative shake-up, CFP committee fallout, LSU’s Brian Kelly buyout chaos, major coaching-carousel movement, SEC heavyweight matchups, Big Ten power plays, and Notre Dame’s playoff path. Barnett provides national perspective, insider intel, and sharp analysis on one of the wildest weeks of the college football season. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #acc #big12 #bigten #sec #coachingcarousel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

365 Sports sits down with Ricky Thompson, Baylor Sideline Reporter, for an in-depth breakdown of Baylor’s on-field struggles, defensive identity questions, UCF momentum, Utah matchup concerns, and how the team is handling the athletic-department turmoil and fan frustration. Thompson brings decades of experience around Baylor football and offers honest insight into what’s gone wrong, what’s improved, and what still gives him optimism heading into the stretch run. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #baylor #big12 #sicem #mackrhoades Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Catalina, co-host of 365 Sports and creator of Paul Catalina’s Top 5, reveals his newest list — “Top Five Coaches That are Leaving (Probably).” Catalina dives into the potential ripple effect if major programs make changes, explaining which coaches would thrive in new environments and why certain jobs could reshape the college football landscape. From experienced rebuilders to rising stars ready for a leap, Catalina breaks it all down with his signature mix of insight and humor, ranking who’s best positioned to land big when the carousel starts spinning again. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #coachingcarousel #top5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown: (0:32:00) Sam Khan, TheAthletic.com (1:00:00) Max Olson, ESPN (1:45:00) Craig Smoak’s “Off the Radar” (2:05:00) Big 12 Picks (2:25:00) Paul’s “Top 5”/Super Chat’s/Wheel/Quizzes/Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Olson, senior college football writer for ESPN, joins 365 Sports to react to breaking news that Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades has stepped away from his role and will no longer serve on the College Football Playoff Committee. Olson explains the ripple effects for Baylor’s football program, Dave Aranda’s uncertain future, and how this development impacts the national playoff discussion. He also dives into his latest Stop Rate Rankings, highlighting Texas Tech’s elite defense, Jacob Rodriguez’s Heisman buzz, and David Bailey’s breakout season. The conversation wraps with insights on Texas and Oklahoma’s playoff hopes, Nebraska’s quarterback situation, and why the LSU coaching job has suddenly become one of the most complicated in college football. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #acc #big12 #bigten #sec #baylor #mackrhoades Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Khan Jr., senior college football writer for The Athletic, joins 365 Sports to discuss the breaking news surrounding Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades stepping away amid ongoing internal turmoil. Khan shares insight into what this means for Baylor’s leadership structure, how it impacts head coach Dave Aranda’s future, and why the situation extends beyond Waco given Rhoades’ role as College Football Playoff Committee Chair. The conversation then shifts to Texas A&M’s resurgence under Mike Elko, the program’s recruiting and roster overhaul, and how the Aggies have become a model for rebuilding through discipline, culture, and smart portal moves. Khan closes by assessing Texas Tech’s Big 12 dominance, potential SEC upsets, and the national playoff picture as chaos continues to define the 2025 season. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #baylor #aggies #mackrhoades Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Catalina, co-host of 365 Sports and creator of Paul Catalina’s Top 5, reveals his latest list — “Top Five Coaches Who Aren’t Leaving… Probably.” Catalina breaks down why big-name coaches like Lincoln Riley, Brent Key, Matt Campbell, Jeff Brohm, and Lane Kiffin are likely staying put despite swirling rumors and open jobs across college football. From Riley’s Hollywood comfort to Brohm’s Louisville loyalty and Kiffin’s newfound stability at Ole Miss, Catalina explains why sometimes the best move is no move at all — with his trademark humor and insider insight guiding the countdown. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #acc #big12 #bigten #sec #coachingcarousel #lanekiffin #top5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown: (0:40:00) CFB Picks (1:00:00) Craig Smoak’s Big 12 “Mojo” Rankings (1:30:00) Dave Bartoo, CFB Matrix (2:05:00) Zach Gelb, Infinity Sports Network (2:25:00) Paul’s “Top 5”/Super Chat’s/Wheel/Quizzes/Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Gelb, national host for CBS Sports Radio, joins 365 Sports for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest College Football Playoff rankings, the future of the 12-team format, and why the Big 12 could sneak two teams into the playoff this season. Gelb reacts to Texas Tech’s surprising rise, questions the SEC and Big Ten dominance narrative, and explains why the ACC’s playoff hopes are fading fast. The discussion shifts to the NFL, where Gelb gives strong opinions on Bill Belichick’s future with the Giants, Drake Maye’s rookie season, and A.J. Brown’s frustrations in Philadelphia. Gelb closes with his trademark humor and storytelling, including playful texts with David Smoak during Nebraska games. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #nfl #acc #big12 #bigten #sec Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Bartoo, founder of CFB Matrix and one of college football’s top data analysts, joins 365 Sports to pull back the curtain on how the College Football Playoff Committee really works. Bartoo explains the formula behind the rankings — wins, quality wins, top 25 wins, strength of schedule, strength of record, and game control — and reveals why the so-called “eye test” doesn’t actually exist. He breaks down the committee’s true decision-making process, why drama is manufactured for TV, and how the math predicts playoff outcomes with near-perfect accuracy. Bartoo also dives into the SEC’s nine-game scheduling debate, the impact of non-conference games on playoff paths, and how analytics expose the myths fans and media keep repeating every November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Catalina, co-host of 365 Sports and creator of Paul Catalina’s Top 5, breaks down his latest list — “Are They for Real?” — spotlighting college football teams that are turning heads late in the 2025 season. Paul examines Cincinnati’s Big 12 playoff hopes, Virginia’s unpredictable offense, and Pitt’s five-game win streak with freshman QB momentum. He also evaluates Oklahoma’s showdown with Alabama and whether Lincoln Riley’s USC has rediscovered its elite form. Catalina closes with sharp insights on what separates contenders from pretenders as the playoff picture starts to take shape. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #acc #big12 #bigten #sec #top5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown: (0:46:00) Ari Temkin, Big 12 Radio on Tune In (1:05:00) Shehan Jeyarajah, CBS Sports (1:45:00) Craig Smoak’s “Off the Radar” (Nico Bye) (2:05:00) John McClain, Hall of Fame Columnist (2:25:00) Paul’s “Top 5”/Super Chat’s/Wheel/Quizzes/Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John McClain, longtime NFL columnist for Sports Radio 610 in Houston and contributor to Gallery Sports, joins 365 Sports to recap the Texans’ wild comeback win over Jacksonville — one of the biggest in franchise history. McClain discusses C.J. Stroud’s concussion status, Davis Mills’ clutch performance, and how the Texans stack up in the AFC South race behind Indianapolis. He also weighs in on the Dolphins’ upset of Buffalo, the Cowboys’ trade for Quinnen Williams, and Bill Belichick’s coaching future, before closing with insight on Dave Aranda’s job security at Baylor and what the Bears must do to save their season. #NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shehan Jeyarajah, national college football writer for CBS Sports, joins 365 Sports to discuss Texas Tech’s rise to Big 12 dominance and the atmosphere in Lubbock after the Red Raiders’ statement win. Jeyarajah breaks down BYU’s offensive issues, Texas A&M’s national title potential under Mike Elko, and the LSU–Brian Kelly lawsuit that’s shaking college football. He also examines the political chaos around LSU’s coaching search, Indiana’s miracle moment vs. Penn State, and how upcoming matchups for Texas and Oklahoma could reshape the 2025 playoff picture. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #acc #big12 #bigten #sec Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Temkin, Big 12 Radio host on SiriusXM, joins 365 Sports to react to Texas Tech’s dominant win and what it means for the Big 12 playoff picture. Temkin breaks down the Red Raiders’ defensive dominance, BYU’s offensive struggles, and why Tech’s red-zone inefficiency could still be their Achilles’ heel. He also discusses the Big 12’s chances of landing two playoff teams, the surprising downturns at Baylor, TCU, and Kansas State, and the growing frustration around Lance Leipold’s Kansas program. Plus, Temkin weighs in on which teams could realistically challenge Texas Tech for the Big 12 crown. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #big12 #big12football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Catalina, co-host of 365 Sports and creator of Paul Catalina’s Top 5, breaks down his latest list — “Buyout Babies Who Want Back In.” Catalina ranks five former head coaches with massive payouts or legal settlements who are ready to return to the sidelines, including Ed Orgeron, Jon Gruden, James Franklin, Pat Fitzgerald, and Jimbo Fisher. He explains why each could resurface in 2025, which programs might be the best fit, and how coaching experience and redemption stories will shape the next wave of college football hires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rundown: (1:05:00) Joey McGuire, Texas Tech Football Coach (1:31:00) Dan Wetzel, ESPN (1:45:00) AP Top 25 Poll/Bangers/CFB Projected Standings (2:05:00) Phil Bennett, College Football Analyst (2:25:00) Paul’s “Top 5”/Super Chat’s/Wheel/Quizzes/Poll Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices