Tailgate on the Quad

Tailgate on the Quad

All football all the time... except when we get into some shenanigans. Join hosts Kev and Ciarnan as they break down the hottest news in college football, and a bunch of random things along the way.

Episodes

October 9, 2025 64 mins

Kev and Ciarnan break down the latest AP poll and discuss Penn State's shocking loss to UCLA. They analyze Bill Belichick's tumultuous tenure at UNC and potential exit, as well as new NCAA transfer portal rules. The hosts share their betting picks for the upcoming week and provide updates on their adopted mid-tier teams. Kev introduces a rebranded segment, "Luke Fickle's Shopping List," exploring what the coach could buy with his s...

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Kev and Ciarnan dissect Week 5 of college football, including Penn State's heartbreaking loss to Oregon and Alabama's upset over Georgia. They analyze the AP poll rankings, discuss coaching changes at Arkansas, and debate the legality of UNC's hiring process for Bill Belichick. The hosts make their weekly bets and explore Luke Fickell's $25 million buyout, imagining creative ways to spend it.

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September 25, 2025 66 mins

Kev and Ciarnan dive into college football drama, discussing Mike Gundy's departure from Oklahoma State after 20 years. They analyze SEC scheduling changes, debate the merits of Indiana's surprising win over Illinois, and explore the controversy surrounding an #Oklahoma touchdown against Auburn.

They also probably spend way too long talking about Landry Kiffin's relationship status.

Finally, they wrap up discussing what Wisconsin c...

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September 18, 2025 73 mins

The boys are back discussing the UCLA and VT coach firings, player transfers, and team performances. The hosts analyze the AP poll rankings, debate which teams should panic, and make betting picks for upcoming games. Kev also announces his potential coach buyout for 2025, focusing on Luke Fickell's $25 million clause. 

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0:00 Intro and shenanigans for the week

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Kev and Ciarnan discuss the NCAA's new transfer window, critique questionable AP voter decisions, and analyze teams on their "panic meter." The hosts celebrate their perfect 6-for-6 record on last week's bets and make new picks for upcoming games. They also highlight impressive uniform reveals from smaller schools and debate the longevity of certain college players.

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September 3, 2025 69 mins

Kev and Ciarnan dive into the aftermath of Week 1 college football, focusing on Alabama's shocking loss to Florida State. Kev delivers an impassioned rant about the Crimson Tide's performance and coaching, while Ciarnan offers a more measured perspective. They discuss the updated AP poll rankings, analyze key games, and introduce a new "Panic Meter" segment to assess struggling teams. The hosts also cover uniform changes, Vanderbil...

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August 27, 2025 40 mins

In the latest episode, Kev and Ciarnan dive into:

- The Big 12's attempt to discourage the use of "Farmageddon" - The YouTube TV-Fox dispute -Josh Heupel's contract extension at Tennessee - Taylor Swift's engagement - Betting picks for Week 1 games

and more!

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0:00 Intro and Week Zero recap

5:03 Farmageddon controversy and college football traditions

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The boys are back for Week 0 and: 

- Auburn's controversial claims to additional national titles - Their betting picks for Week Zero games - Reminiscing about Lee Corso's iconic moments on College GameDay - Offering some hot takes for the upcoming season -Their favorite Irish history films, tying it to the game in Dublin

and more!

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The boys are back for:

- the John Mateer betting scandal - Jimbo Fisher's potential return to coaching - The preseason AP poll - Their breakdown the remaining Independents - Vibe check the Group of 6

and more!

 

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1:27 Bringing the podcast to new heights

10:06 John Mateer's gambling scandal and Venmo

20:51 Andy Staples' college football ...

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August 6, 2025 59 mins

The boys are back breaking down the stupid renaming of Clean, Old Fashioned Hate, debating Dabo's bold predictions for Clemson, and investigate rumors of a furry QB in the Big 12. Oh, we also pick O/Us on Big 12 teams this year.

 

0:00 Intro

5:45 Controversial renaming of Georgia-Georgia Tech rivalry

11:53 Dabo Swinney's bold 16-0 prediction criticized

18:23 Texas vs O...

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July 30, 2025 56 mins

Kev and Ciarnan dive into the latest college football news, discussing player transfers, controversial comments, and upcoming season predictions. They analyze the Michigan-Western Michigan game in Germany, debate the merits of international college games, and critique recent statements by coaches and players. The hosts provide in-depth win total predictions for ACC teams, offering insights on each program's prospec...

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Kev and Ciarnan dive into the upcoming Big Ten football season, analyzing win totals and making bold predictions. They discuss conference realignment, the College Football Playoff expansion, and the challenges facing West Coast teams joining the Big Ten. The hosts offer candid takes on coaches like Kirk Ferentz and Ryan Day, while debating the merits of various programs' schedules. Highlights include a passionate c...

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The boys are back to discuss Indiana Football cancelling all Power Four games for the next five years, Greg McElroy trying to act like he knows Nick Saban is coming out of retirement (he isn't), AJ McCarron has issues with Hugh Freeze, SEC records, and the biggest news from SEC Media Days!

 

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0:00 Intro

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July 9, 2025 59 mins

Kev and Ciarnan dive into the latest college football news, from Pop Tarts' innovative bowl game sponsorship to conference realignment and coaching hot seats. They discuss Bill Belichick's controversial tenure at UNC, Hugh Freeze's recruiting struggles at Auburn, and debate which coaches are on the chopping block. The hosts provide their own rankings of coaches' job security, offering insights into the changing landscape of college...

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July 2, 2025 62 mins

Kev and Ciarnan dive into the latest college football news, discussing the NCAA's new transfer window, Arch Manning's expectations at Texas, and Auburn's recruiting struggles. They explore Kentucky's move to separate its athletic programs into an LLC and analyze its implications for college sports. The hosts engage in a lighthearted segment, assigning drinks to various college football teams based on their characteristics. The epis...

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Kev is joined by Kelcey from High Low Sports to dive into college football's hot topics in this episode of Tailgate. They discuss Hugh Freeze's tenure at Auburn, Kalen DeBoer's impact at Alabama, and the latest transfer portal drama. The two also analyze Heisman Trophy and national championship odds, offering insights on potential sleeper picks.

3:21 Hugh Freeze Discussion

7:24 Hugh Freeze's coaching challenges and team prospect...

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June 11, 2025 62 mins

The boys are back breaking down:

- Private equity has entered college athletics

- Big 12 exploring name changes

- EA paying schools

- The Pac-12's triumphant rebirth

- Renting mascots

- The ACC as drinks

and more!

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(3:26) Old Bay Vodka challenge

(8:54) House vs NCAA Settlement

(12:17) Private equity is coming to college football

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The boys are back breaking down:

  • Are noon kickoffs overhated?
  • Indiana's brutal non-conference schedule
  • CFB Hall of Fame lowered their coaching requirements!
  • Big 12 AD needs to mind his own business
  • The Drinks of the Big 12

and more!

Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@QuadTailgate

(3:17) Texas AD Chris Del Conte clarifies time change stance

(5:34) Are noon kickoffs actually good?

(13:13) Indiana’s...

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May 28, 2025 69 mins

The boys are back discussing:

  • The CFP goes to straight seeding
  • A 16 team playoff is inevitable
  • Greg Sankey's comments on the SEC vs. everyone else
  • Georgia Tech got some jewelry for... not being terrible
  • Texas blocks Ohio State from changing kickoff time

and more!

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(1:55) CFP to straight seeding

(3:20) Boise State’s AD doesn’t like this

(8:55) is 5+11 s...

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May 21, 2025 55 mins

The boys are back discussing:

- Stop posting team GPA's

- Belichick and Jordon Hudson Engagement

- Matt Rhule wants a 40 team playoff

- Nick Saban wins an Emmy!

- Comparing SEC programs to drinks

and more!

Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@QuadTailgate

(1:15) Tottenham won something!

(4:11) SMU has a 2.95 semester GPA

(6:14) Bill Belichick’s engagement

(10:20) Jordon Hudson killed Hard Knocks: College

(13:13) Matt...

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