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
Kev and Ciarnan recap a chaotic stretch of college football, starting with an unrelated Kev question that somehow derails everything. The guys break down the FCS Championship and hit the College Football Playoff, reacting to what mattered and what didn’t. The Demond Williams Jr transfer mess and Kansas State forcing freshman Maguire Richman into the portal, raises the question: Is college football dead? Plus, Saban’s coaching tree ...
Ciarnan and Kevin dive into the chaos of college football’s holiday bowl season. From the Pop Tarts Bowl crowned as the "People’s Championship" to the ongoing drama with Notre Dame and transfer portal shakeups. The hosts debate the merits of bowl games, dissect high-profile coaching changes—like Kyle Whittingham’s move to Michigan—and share bold playoff predictions for upcoming matchups including Alabama vs. Indiana and Georgia vs....
On this episode, Kev and Ciarnan debate the value of hypothetical wins, especially for Notre Dame, and weigh in on whether Group of Five teams belong in the playoffs after blowouts by Tulane and JMU. Kev lashes out about Kalen DeBoer rumors and poke fun at Petrino to UNC.
The Pop-Tarts Bowl and its sprinkle-themed helmets get a shout-out, with the duo arguing why Notre Dame doesn’t deserve the fun. Johnny Manziel’s “fake narrative”...
This week, the boys dive into the shocking downfall of Michigan’s Sherrone Moore and the HR missteps that followed, as well as Brian Smith's firing at Ohio University. The two also break down the Heisman Trophy, and relish in the fact Diego Pavia had a bad weekend.
Finally, they tackle broader issues like college football media’s lack of coverage for FCS teams, Joel Klatt’s anti-Cinderella takes, and the ACC’s convoluted scheduling...
Chaos reigns in college football! In this episode, Kevin and Ciarnan dive into Notre Dame’s controversial decision to opt out of a bowl game after missing the playoff, sparking debates on whether ND is the most coddled brand in the sport. Hear a passionate Notre Dame fan’s defense and plenty of pushback from the hosts, including takes on conference membership, bowl opt-outs, and the lost shot at Pop-Tarts Bowl glory. The crew runs ...
It’s conference championship week and chaos reigns on Tailgate on the Quad! Ciarnan returns and joins Kev to break down explosive coaching changes, with Lane Kiffin’s dramatic LSU move front and center. The episode dives deep into the ripple effects at Ole Miss and Penn State, the fast-paced coaching carousel, and which schools came out as winners and losers. The hosts dissect playoff rankings, debate Texas, Alabama, and Notre Dame...
This week, Kevin is joined by Kelcey from High Low Sports to break down James Franklin’s move to Virginia Tech, debate Lane Kiffin’s future at Ole Miss, and rank the best coaching jobs in the SEC. The Iron Bowl preview brings predictions and angst, while Alabama’s kicking struggles and Maryland’s commitment to Mike Locksley get their share of attention.
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0:00:10 Episode Introduction...
This week on Tailgate on the Quad, Kevin welcomes Jared from the Korner Booth for even more shenanigans than usual! They debate Miami’s fading playoff hopes, LSU’s messy Brian Kelly drama, Pat Narduzzi needs some confidence, and Lane Kiffin’s opinion on the end of CFB dynasties. The episode also covers the new playoff rankings, Deion Sanders’ rocky stretch at Colorado, and Missouri State’s quest for a bowl game.
Kev and special guest DJ unpack a wild week in college football — from Hugh Freeze’s sudden midseason exit at Auburn to the James Franklin sweepstakes heating up at Auburn and Virginia Tech. They debate which coaches are truly on the hot seat at Miami and Tennessee, question Notre Dame’s Top 10 ranking, and react to the latest AP and College Football Playoff polls.
10:09 James Franklin: Ideal Quick Fix Coach 13:18 Hokie Nation, ...
Kev and Ciarnan dissect Brian Kelly's abrupt firing from LSU, examining the toxic culture and player testimonials that emerged post-termination. They analyze the coaching carousel's financial implications, with buyouts exceeding $168 million this season, and debate Lane Kiffin's leverage as top programs circle. The hosts explore the NCAA's reversed decision on player betting following FBI raids, discuss the SEC's unprecedented perm...
Kev and Ciarnan discuss recent college football coaching changes, including James Franklin's firing at Penn State and Billy Napier's departure from Florida. They critique ESPN's College GameDay for neglecting FCS matchups and lament the loss of college football traditions. The hosts analyze the latest AP poll rankings, with surprising shifts for teams like Indiana and Georgia Tech. They review their betting picks from previous week...
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...
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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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...
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
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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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...
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
<...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
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20:51 Andy Staples' college football ...
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