In this episode of Gridiron and the Gospel, hosts George Schroeder and Brad Edwards discuss the thrilling Red River Rivalry, Texas's dominance, and its implications on the new 12-team playoff format. They also review Ohio State vs. Oregon, LSU's upset over Ole Miss, and Penn State's overtime victory against USC, while touching on the struggles of Tennessee and Alabama and their upcoming matchup. 

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What a day for college football. Five of the top 11 teams fell on the day and none was bigger than Alabama's loss to Vanderbilt—its first win over a top five team in history. Then while folks were sleeping, Cam Ward led Miami to a furious 25-point comeback that summed up the crazy day that was in college football. Also, Brad and George are joined by Dean Inserra in the second half and make their picks for this week's elite slate of games. 

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George and Brad dive into this past weekend's Georgia vs. Alabama game, analyze both teams' performances, discuss unexpected upsets (Ole Miss), and explore the implications of coaching and player development. They also touch on the importance of craving God's Word, drawing parallels between spiritual growth and the instinctive nature of a baby's desire for milk.

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Tennessee is a Top-5 team after going on the road and beating Oklahoma. Also, Michigan rallied to beat USC and Baylor snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. 

Also this week, George and Brad are joined by Jason Romano, host of the Sports Spectrum podcast, who shares his journey from ESPN to Sports Spectrum, emphasizing the importance of identity in Christ and the impact of faith in sports. The conversation also touches on the significance of community, encouragement, and the upcoming college football games, culminating in a heartfelt discussion about the role of faith in their lives and work.

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Texas used its big win over UTSA to leapfrog Georgia to #1 as the Bulldogs struggled at Kentucky. Brad and George also take a look at the dismal seasons happening at Florida and Florida State. 

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Week two was highlighted by Texas going into the Big House and steamrolling Michigan as well as Northern Illinois going into South Bend and beating Notre Dame. 

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Week One was not the best for the ACC with Florida State losing (again), Virginia Tech losing to Vanderbilt and Clemson getting steamrolled by Georgia, but other conferences had their struggles as well with LSU falling to USC, Florida losing at home to Miami, and Houston losing to UNLV.

That said, most teams got their season off to an expected good start, so George and Brad review the major storylines and make their picks for week 2.

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Georgia Tech upset Florida State in Ireland to kick off the 2024 college football season. Not to fret, Noles fans. Winning out would still put you in the playoff thanks to the expanded field this year.

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Rece Davis, host of College GameDay, joins the show to look ahead at the 2024 season.

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It's the start of Season 2, and the guys highlight all the things that will be different this year including the great conference reshuffling as well as the start of an 8-team playoff. 

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The boys are going to take a break for the summer, but before they go, Brad and George discuss the possibility of the NCAA settling NIL lawsuits for an eye-popping $2.7 billion.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
The guys share their top three stadiums they want to visit to watch a college football game.

We'll be back in August for Season 2!

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George and Brad review the first round of the NFL draft and the bevy of QBs who were selected in the first round as well as Lincoln Riley's work in developing NFL-ready QBs.

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
The guys share their "memorable opinions" from NFL drafts of yesteryear.

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Chris Stewart, the voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide, joins the guys to talk football and faith and what it has been like to see Alabama transition from Nick Saban to Kalen DeBoer.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
The guys pick the top three places to eat in the SEC.

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The Spring Transfer Window opens April 16, and there is likely to be a lot of movement across college football. Also, have Ryan Day and Ohio State figured out NIL in Columbus?

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top QB battles this spring.

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Rumors of a college football super league are circulating. Could that be on the horizon? And how might promotion and relegation work?

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick their top three favorite interviews from their careers.

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With the changes to the college football landscape, Notre Dame may be forced to make a historic change and fully join a conference—or will it? The guys discuss that and more.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick their favorite non-conference games slated for the 2024 season.

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There were some athletic director moves this week, and one in particular was a bit surprising. 

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top three favorite candies.

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Vance Pitman drops by to talk football, ministry, and Alabama. Also, the guys discuss the latest developments in the 14-team playoff. 

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top three snubbed teams from the College Football Playoff era.

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ESPN is reporting the purported 14-team version of the College Football Playoff may NOT come with guaranteed spots to certain conferences or byes for the B1G and SEC.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top six plays from the College Football Playoff era.

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Before we have even started the expanded 12-team playoff, administrators are kicking around a 14-team version with guaranteed spots to certain conferences. 

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top three teams not to win a national championship in the College Football Playoff era.

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A temporary restraining order regarding the NCAA's enforcement of NIL and transfer rules has added chaos to the college sports landscape and may force an alteration to the classification of student athletes and could result in employment status—and more taxes.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick their top three teams of the College Football Playoff era.

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Chip Kelly announced he is leaving the head coaching job at UCLA to take the offensive coordinator role at Ohio State.

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick their top three stadiums for home atmospheres in College Football.

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Tom Luginbill joins the show to talk about the changing landscape in college football and how NIL needs to be addressed.

FAITH
George shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top three coaching hires from the most recent coaching carousel cycle.

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Tennessee and the NCAA are battling over allegations of NIL violations which is highlighting the inherent problems with the current NIL arrangements.

FAITH
Brad shares what is on his heart.

Picks
Brad and George pick the top three coaches in the SEC not named Kirby Smart.

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Michigan made it official this week with Sherrone Moore, so the guys break down the fire and how that might affect the transfer portal.

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