Who are the Top 25 College Football Teams of the Last 25 Years? In this episode, we break down Sports Illustrated’s full list — from the 2001 Miami Hurricanes to recent SEC and Big Ten dynasties — and give every team the Governor’s Ruling.We also dive into ESPN’s Most Important QBs for 2025 and add the Governor’s Additions — Luke Altmeyer (Illinois), Sawyer Robertson (Baylor), Devon Dampier (Utah), Miller Moss (Louisville), Nico Iamaleava (UCLA), Blake Horvath (Navy), and Caden Veltkamp (FAU) — because there’s more to the sport than just the SEC.Plus, the day’s biggest headlines in Into the News: Josh Heupel sets Tennessee’s 2025 identity Eli Drinkwitz vs. Bob Stoops ahead of Mizzou–OU Shane Beamer’s “Beamer Bowl” family drama CJ Hester exits Michigan Nebraska RB depth chart revealed ESPN announces Lee Corso farewell specialThis is one of the most loaded offseason episodes yet — rankings, quarterback storylines, and no-holds-barred takes on ESPN’s picks.Timestamps:0:00 Intro4:00 Into the News18:00 Governor Reacts – ESPN SEC Power Rankings33:00 Governor’s Ruling – SI’s Top 25 Teams of the Last 25 Years48:00 Around the Nation – ESPN’s Most Important QBs + Governor’s Additions1:00:00 Final ThoughtConnect with the Governor:🌐 Website: https://thecfbnation.com🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/Leverett_KT📸 Instagram:   / cfbnationhq  Don’t Forget To:👍 Like this video if you love college football talk.🔔 Subscribe for daily expert analysis:    / @governorofcollegefootball  💬 Drop your Top 5 all-time teams in the comments — I’ll pin the best take

In Episode 61 of Governor of College Football, we expose the biggest college football scandals of the modern era—Tennessee’s McDonald’s bag saga, Ole Miss’s burner phone madness, Florida’s NIL collapse, and more. No fluff. Just facts.Then we shift gears into JD Pickell’s viral 12-team College Football Playoff bracket, breaking down every matchup, seeding flaw, and overhyped inclusion. Governor calls it like he sees it — and not everyone’s making it out clean.Plus: a potential College Football RedZone channel? We react to ESPN’s massive acquisition of NFL Network and how it could reshape the sport forever.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro3:00 – Into the News (Brent Pry, Belichick on NIL, Diego Pavia)18:00 – Governor Reacts: ESPN RedZone Acquisition + CFB RedZone Future33:00 – Governor Ruling: Top 25 College Football Scandals Breakdown48:00 – Around the Nation: JD Pickell’s Full CFP Bracket + Reaction1:00:00 – Final WordConnect with the Governor:🌐 thecfbnation.com🐦 Twitter/X📸 InstagramDon’t forget to:👍 Like this video if you love real CFB talk🔔 Subscribe for daily expert insights:    / @governorofcollegefootball  💬 Drop your CFP predictions or craziest scandal memory in the comments — we’re pinning the best ones!#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #JDPickell #CFBScandals #CFBNews #GovernorOfCollegeFootball #CFBNation

Welcome to Episode 59 of Governor of College Football — the ONLY show bold enough to put preseason narratives on trial.Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy says “nothing matters less than fall camp depth charts.”Tim Brando drops his Top 15 and fans are in a frenzy.So we’re asking the question straight up —Do preseason polls and depth charts actually matter… or are they all smoke?🏛️ Governor’s Ruling segment delivers a 15-minute deep dive with real examples, receipts, and fire takes — including why Florida’s 2022 leap from unranked to No. 12 is all the proof you need.🔥 What’s on tap:✅ Do preseason polls influence the College Football Playoff?✅ Are fall camp depth charts meaningless or misunderstood?✅ Around the Nation: Full Big 12 championship odds & live reaction✅ CFB Nation breaks down the fan obsession that fuels the offseason✅ Plus: Penn State’s Top 2 argument, Tim Brando’s rankings reaction, and more📺 Subscribe now for the most unfiltered, independent college football show in America👉    / @governorofcollegefootball  

Can 32 teams really make the 2025 College Football Playoff? Let’s talk about it.In this episode of Governor of College Football, we break down ESPN’s Allstate Playoff Predictor list of 32 teams with a 10%+ shot to make the CFP—from the elite to the outlandish.We spotlight the most intriguing contenders, call out pretenders, and react live to the state of the playoff race before a single snap.But that’s just the beginning.🎙️ INTO THE NEWS Stanford hires Nike CEO John Donahoe as athletic director DeAndre Moore fuels Arch vs. Ewers debate Alabama OC Ryan Grubb puts pressure on the Tide QB room Julian Sayin vs. Lincoln Kienholz at Ohio State Jaydn Ott blasts Cal culture after Oklahoma transfer Tennessee adds Landry Jones to its QB brain trust🎤 GOVERNOR REACTSTim Brando’s Top 15 is out—and it’s equal parts genius and chaos.We break down the biggest shocks, including: Penn State disrespected at No. 6 Alabama way too low at 14 Boise State and Tulane in the Top 15?! Arizona State’s rapid rise⚖️ GOVERNOR’S RULINGNIL Collectives Can Now Pay Athletes Directly — With GuardrailsWe dive deep into the College Sports Commission’s new NIL policy:✅ Deals over $600 must be submitted to NIL Go✅ Payments must deliver public value and profit✅ No more pay-for-play loopholesThis is the transparency the sport needed—and the foundation for future reform.🧭 AROUND THE NATIONWe walk through all 32 CFP contenders with at least a 10% playoff chance, based on ESPN’s Allstate Playoff Predictor.From Texas to UNLV, we separate facts from fantasy.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Intro3:15 Into the News15:00 Governor Reacts – Tim Brando’s Top 1528:00 Governor’s Ruling – NIL Collectives Explained44:00 Around the Nation – 32 CFP Contenders58:00 Final ThoughtsConnect with the Governor:🌐 Website: https://thecfbnation.com🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/Leverett_KT📸 Instagram:   / cfbnationhq  Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if you love college football!🔔 Subscribe for DAILY CFB insights:    / @governorofcollegefootball  💬 Which team do YOU think will surprise us in the 2025 CFP race? Drop your pick in the comments!

College Football News & Top 25 Rankings | Governor of CFB EP 57The college football world is heating up as fall camp kicks off — and we’re live from Flagler Credit Union Stadium for the biggest episode yet. On Episode 57 of Governor of College Football, we dive into breaking news, coaching rankings, elite camp intel, and reveal the Governor’s Pre-Fall Camp Top 25.From Brent Venables betting big on a 29-year-old OC, to Lincoln Riley giving full control to Jayden Maiava at USC, to Coach Prime’s emotional return to Colorado, we’re covering every major storyline across the country.Plus — exclusive on-site coverage of FAU Fall Camp with five key takeaways including Caden Veltkamp’s rise, Xavier Terrell’s third-down impact, and WR1 chemistry with Eason Messer.In Governor’s Ruling, we break down CBS Sports’ ACC Head Coach Rankings and hand out the verdict: who’s overrated, who’s under pressure, and why Dabo still reigns.Finally, in Around the Nation, it’s the Governor’s official Top 25 before the first whistle of fall — featuring Clemson, Penn State, Texas, Oregon, and a few major surprises like Illinois, Indiana, and Texas Tech.This is the most complete, high-energy, and unfiltered college football show in the game.⏱ Timestamps:0:00 Intro (Live from Flagler Credit Union Stadium)3:20 Into the News – Brent Venables, Jayden Maiava, Coach Prime & More17:45 Governor Reacts – FAU Fall Camp Days 1 & 2 Breakdown27:10 Governor’s Ruling – CBS Sports ACC Coach Rankings36:45 Around the Nation – Governor’s Pre-Fall Camp Top 25📲 Connect with the Governor:🌐 Website: thecfbnation.com🐦 Twitter/X: @Leverett_KT📸 Instagram: @cfbnationhq🔥 Don’t Forget to:👍 Like this video if you found it valuable!🔔 Subscribe to Governor of College Football for daily expert insights and raw energy💬 Who’s your No. 1 team going into the season? Drop it in the comments — we’re pinning the best takes!

Why did Nico Iamaleava really leave Tennessee? Was it about NIL? Family? Or both? In this episode of Governor of College Football, we break down Nico’s emotional statement, the tampering scandal involving Virginia Tech, and the most powerful stories from 2025 Media Days.From the sidelines to the spotlight, we’re covering the stories that matter.🔥 Today’s Docket:0:00 Intro1:25 Nick Saban Comeback Rumors5:10 DJ Lagway Embraces the Pressure8:30 Notre Dame’s QB Dilemma: Carr vs. Minchey12:45 Bryce Underwood Watch at Michigan16:20 Ohio State QB Battle: Sayin vs. Kienholz20:00 John Mateer’s Rise at Oklahoma23:45 Governor Reacts: Virginia Tech Tampering Scandal34:20 Governor’s Ruling: Best 2025 Media Days Ranked45:00 Around the Nation: Nico Iamaleava Leaves TennesseeGovernor’s Take:Nico's return to California makes sense—but ignoring the NIL undertones? That’s naive. We also sound the alarm on tampering, break down QB controversies at Michigan, Notre Dame, and Ohio State, and show love to the American Athletic Conference for throwing the best media day of the season.💬 What are your thoughts on Nico’s move to UCLA?Do you believe it was all about family, or was money part of the decision too? Drop your thoughts below and we’ll pin the top comment.📲 Connect with the Governor:Instagram:   / cfbnationhq  Leverett KT (Host): https://x.com/Leverett_KTWebsite: https://thecfbnation.com✅ Don’t forget to:👍 Like this video if you're locked in for the 2025 CFB season🔔 Subscribe for daily expert insights: Governor of College Football📈 Share this with your favorite CFB fan

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Arch Manning vs. Jordan Rodgers, Josh Heupel’s QB Fallout | GoCFB EP 54🔥 Episode 54 of Governor of College Football is LIVE! 🔥We’re breaking down the firestorm out of SEC Media Days — from Arch Manning's media frenzy to Josh Heupel's quarterback fallout and the top Dynasty Mode teams to rebuild (or dominate with) in EA Sports College Football 26.🎙️ Today’s Docket Includes:0:00 – Intro2:15 – Arch Manning Ranked QB5? Jordan Rodgers ignites the SEC6:40 – Steve Sarkisian, Paul Finebaum, and the Manning Media Cartel respond12:20 – Governor Reacts: The truth about Arch Manning’s hype vs. reality20:35 – Governor’s Ruling: Josh Heupel’s late Nico decision & QB domino effect30:15 – Top 10 Dynasty Teams in EA College Football 26 (Arizona State, Army, UNLV & more)40:00 – Final Thought: The SEC is already on fire... and Week 1 hasn’t even started🧠 Subscribe for more: Weekly show updates Exclusive interviews In-depth breakdowns and real talk from the world of college football💥 This isn’t a preview — it’s a pulse check on the entire sport.#ArchManning #CollegeFootball #JoshHeupel #TennesseeVols #CFBShow #DynastyMode #CollegeFootballShowdown #EACollegeFootball26 #SEC #GovernorOfCollegeFootball

Big 12 Media Days Recap | Governor of College Football EP 53🎙️ Live from Frisco, TX — Behind the Scenes of Big 12 Media DaysIn this episode of Governor of College Football, we’re recapping our full experience at 2025 Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas. From the energy on Radio Row to exclusive player interviews you won’t see anywhere else, we take you inside the room and beyond the cameras.We sat down with:🔹 Bud Clark, TCU’s veteran leader and playmaker in the secondary🔹 Stephon Johnson Jr., Houston’s electric WR1 with something to prove🔹 LJ Martin, BYU’s rising star in the backfield ready to carry the Cougars in 2025Plus, we break down the biggest takeaways, top storylines, and the vibe from each Big 12 program heading into the season. Whether you're a diehard fan or just tapping into Big 12 football, this recap gives you the unfiltered, unmatched, and unapologetic Governor perspective.📍 Presented by CFB Nation📱 Follow us for full media days coverage across the country#Big12 #CollegeFootball #MediaDays #TCU #BYU #Houston #CFBNation #GovernorOfCollegeFootball #LJMartin #BudClark #StephonJohnson #EACollegeFootball26 #NIL #CFB2025

Greg McElroy and Ross Dellenger Interview | GoCFB EP 52 Live From 2025 Media Days

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Welcome to Governor of College Football EPISODE 50!Florida State just set off alarms across college football with a revenue-sharing contract that’s raising serious red flags. From outrageous fines to cancelable deals after injury, is this the worst NIL structure in the country?⚖️ GOVERNOR’S RULINGWe’re diving deep into the FSU revenue-sharing contract that’s been called “unconscionable” by top sports lawyers. $2,500 equipment fines Injury clauses that void deals One-sided extensions This isn’t just a contract—it’s a recruiting disaster. And it’s threatening the very legacy Bobby Bowden built.🧾 INTO THE NEWS Jim Nagy leaves the Senior Bowl for Oklahoma GM role Mark Ingram blasts FSU’s contract terms Malik Washington watch begins at Maryland Arch Manning leads preseason Heisman odds Cam Newton compares his rise to Arch’s Antonio Cromartie Jr. commits to FSU👑 GOVERNOR REACTSBreaking down CBS Sports’ Top 25 True Freshmen Since 2000—Jeremiah Smith lands at No. 2. Is he already one of the greats?🌍 AROUND THE NATIONThe quarterbacks with the most to prove in 2025:Lagway, Nussmeier, Allar, Arch, Beck, Reed, Nico—and don’t sleep on Sawyer Robertson or Miller Moss.📌 Subscribe for full episodes every Mon–Thurs at 4PM ET📺 Watch more at @GovernorOfCollegeFootball#FSUFootball #NIL #CollegeFootball

Governor of College Football Ep. 49, we take you inside the most terrifying dynasty the sport has ever seen—led by Tommie Frazier, Ahman Green, and a defense that choked the life out of every opponent.✅ 12–0 record✅ 62–24 over Florida✅ Two shutouts✅ 52.4 points per game✅ +426 point differentialWe break down the full season, week-by-week, game-by-game — and explain why no one has matched their dominance since.Also in this episode:🔥 College Football 26 Team Ratings revealed🔥 ESPN’s 25 under-the-radar stars🔥 Sark talks Texas O-line🔥 Pollack on Oregon’s QB battle🔥 Jeremiah Smith’s vow to never lose to Michigan againThis one’s loaded. Subscribe and tap in — we tell college football stories better than anybody.📺 LIVE every Monday–Thursday @ 4PM EST🎙️ Powered by CFB Nation#NebraskaFootball #1995Nebraska #TommieFrazier

Welcome to Episode 48 of Governor of College Football, where today we dive into the seismic shifts redefining the sport.🧑‍⚖️ On Today’s Docket: Vince Marrow calls Jeff Brohm a Top 10 coach after flipping to Louisville Bret Bielema says Gabe Jacas has JJ Watt upside Urban Meyer claims Tennessee is screwed without Nico Iamaleava Bleacher Report’s Top 8 Most Exciting Players in CFB — Caleb Downs, Jeremiah Smith, and more 🧾 Governor’s Ruling on the new NIL agreement starting today — what it means for every school 🌐 Around the Nation: The Pac-12 is back — but is it still Power, or now the best of the Group of 5?Hosted by Leverett KT, the Governor himself. Stream every Monday through Thursday at 4 PM ET.📌 Subscribe for the smartest, boldest, and most entertaining show in college football.#CollegeFootball #NIL #Pac12

Governor KT is back with a stacked Episode 47! We break down the official gameplay from College Football 26, issue a full Governor’s Ruling on the mechanics, vision cone, and confirmed 25 teams. Then we head Around the Nation for a Big 12 Media Days preview—CFB Nation will be on-site in Frisco. We also react to Greg McElroy’s sleeper non-conference games for 2025 and talk real Playoff chaos.🟦 Segments:00:00 Into the News — Jake Retzlaff fallout, Texas State to Pac-12, Castellanos bulletin board, Florida’s 2025 range22:10 Governor Reacts — McElroy’s 8 must-watch sleeper non-conference games31:30 Governor’s Ruling — Full breakdown of College Football 26 gameplay, new mechanics, vision system, 25 confirmed teams51:25 Around the Nation — Big 12 Media Days preview and every player attendingSubscribe and lock in—this is your source for raw, unfiltered, elite college football coverage. #cfb26 #Big12 #Big12MediaDays

🎙️ Governor of College Football EPISODE 46 — It's time for a BCS era flashback.Today we’re taking it all the way back to 2004, one of the most chaotic and controversial seasons in the history of college football. I’m your host, The Governor, and this episode is a full rewind and re-judgment of the year that Auburn got snubbed, Utah made history, and the BCS system showed all of its flaws.🏆 Inside the Episode: Auburn Tigers go undefeated... and still get left out of the national title game? Let’s talk about it. Urban Meyer’s Utah team becomes the first BCS-buster and paves the way for Group of Five chaos. What if the 12-team playoff existed in 2004? I build out the full bracket and break down the dream matchups we never got to see. Reactions to the 2004 AP and Coaches Polls, BCS rankings, and how the system failed college football fans. Consensus All-Americans, Heisman watch, and the forgotten stars of the 2004 season.👀 If you're a college football historian, Auburn fan, or just love watching how far the sport has come... this one’s for you.📺 Hit that like, drop a comment with your biggest what-if from the 2004 season, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of Governor of College Football.#CollegeFootball #2004BCS #AuburnFootball #UtahFootball

🔥 Governor of College Football Episode 45 is LIVE!We’re diving headfirst into one of the spiciest slates of the offseason:🎙️ INTO THE NEWS Is Mike Gundy running out of rope at Oklahoma State? Thomas Castellanos vs. LaNorris Sellers: Who’s really ready for Bama? Steve Spurrier drops an all-time SEC officiating story. CBS Sports’ Top 5 Dynamic Duos in college football right now. Arch Manning hype: Spurrier wants answers.👀 GOVERNOR REACTS – Athlon’s 2025 Breakout Players Dylan Raiola: Legit breakout QB1 or just shiny potential? Athlon’s best picks vs. The Governor’s Top 5 breakout candidates: • Sawyer Robertson (Baylor) • Peyton Bowen (Oklahoma) • Alex Orji (UNLV) • Aidan Chiles (Michigan State) • Kyron Drones (Virginia Tech)⚖️ GOVERNOR’S RULING – Transfer Portal Impact Players PFF’s Top 10 portal monsters for 2025 (Beck, Iamaleava, Hughes, Singleton Jr., and more) The Governor adds his own: Jadyn Ott, Zachariah Branch, Chandler Morris, Darian Mensah, Ahmad Hardy🛑 This episode breaks down the coaching pressure, breakout hype, and transfer portal fireworks that are shaping the 2025 college football season.👑 Hosted by Leverett KT — aka The Governor of College Football📺 Make sure to:👍 Like🔔 Subscribe💬 Comment who you think will break out in 2025! #nebraskafootball #cfb #collegefootball

Governor of College Football EP 43 (LIVE)Wisconsin is suing Miami in a landmark tampering case that could change college football forever. In today’s episode, we break down the lawsuit’s explosive allegations, the legal battle ahead, and what it means for NIL, rev-share contracts, and the NCAA’s grip on power.🔍 Also in this episode:🏈 PFF’s 2026 NFL Draft QB Rankings – Arch, Allar, Nussmeier & more💪 Greg McElroy’s Top 10 O-Lines for 2025 – Notre Dame leads the way✈️ Bielema vs. Beamer Truce After Citrus Bowl Chaos🌀 Brent Key's Push to Fix the Transfer Portal📊 Lindy’s Top 15 Programs of the Last 4 Years – Georgia, Michigan, Bama & beyond🏆 First-Timers to Watch for the 2025 College Football Playoff – Baylor, Florida, Louisville, Liberty & more🎙️ Tap in now as the Governor breaks it all down with truth, clarity, and heat.#CollegeFootball #Wisconsin #Miami

Governor of College Football — Episode 44Hosted by Leverett KT, aka The Governor📍 Live every Monday–Thursday at 4PM ETThe wait is over. EA SPORTS just dropped the full Dynasty Mode deep dive for College Football 26, and we’re breaking it all down right here on the Governor’s desk.🏈 Into the News Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos lights up Alabama ahead of Week 1 Bryce Underwood x Aidan Chiles collab in Detroit Auburn fans roast Hugh Freeze’s golf swing Paul Finebaum says Oklahoma’s not winning 10 games again👀 Governor ReactsAri Wasserman’s 12-team College Football Playoff projection is wild. We break down every matchup and deliver the verdict: who’s making a run, and who’s faking it?🎮 Governor’s Ruling – Dynasty Mode Deep Dive Coach progression & archetypes Transfer Portal strategy Team Builder synergy Coaching contracts & legacy paths This isn’t just a video game — it’s a simulation of real-life CFB politics. And you better believe The Governor has thoughts.🌎 Around the Nation – Top 10 QBs, RBs, WRs in CFB 26 Is Drew Allar QB1 for real? Which RB is the biggest glitch — Jeremiyah Love or Isaac Brown? Jeremiah Smith is HIM, but who’s the WR room to build around?⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Cold Open2:18 – Into the News (Castellanos, Chiles/Underwood, Freeze, OU)13:25 – Governor Reacts: Ari Wasserman’s CFP Projection26:20 – Governor’s Ruling: CFB 26 Dynasty Deep Dive47:10 – Around the Nation: Top QBs, RBs, WRs in College Football 261:01:55 – Final Ruling & Outro🎙️ Subscribe + Join the ShowThis is CFB coverage the mainstream won’t touch.Real stories. Real strategy. And no filters.Follow @GovOfCFB on Twitter, IG, TikTok | Powered by CFB Nation#CFB26 #CollegeFootball #DynastyMode Chapters

🔥 CFB 26 Gameplay Breakdown!We go in-depth on EA Sports College Football 26’s gameplay—blocking, tackling, tempo, audibles, crowd impact, and what’s truly changed under the hood. The Governor Ruling is in session, and we’re telling you right now: this isn’t Madden. This is college football.🎙️ Into the News: Drew Allar is emerging as the top QB in the 2026 NFL Draft class—Albert Breer says QB1, and we’re breaking down the numbers and film. Athlon Sports’ Top 10 QB Rooms: Who’s deep, who’s real, and who’s fool’s gold? College Football’s Calendar Crisis: Portal windows, revenue sharing chaos, and signing day shifts are about to flip recruiting upside down.📊 Governor Reacts:We dive into Athlon’s 2025 Playoff Bracket, breaking down every matchup—LSU vs Bama in Round One? Penn State over Georgia? Texas crowned? You decide.🌍 Around the Nation:Athlon’s full 1–16 Big 12 rankings get put under the spotlight. From Kansas State’s title expectations to UCF’s rebuild under Scott Frost—this is the most dangerous league in the country, and we’re breaking every team down.💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments and SUBSCRIBE for all things college football every week! #CFB26 #CollegeFootball #EACollegeFootball Transcript