Best Fickell Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 370 - It's Luke Fickell's Learning Journey and We're All on it with Him (Week 14: Minnesota & NSD Recap) 48:29

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Late show this week but Rich and Max cover the Minnesota game (quickly!) and talk about Luke Fickell's roster building vision elucidated at his National Signing Day Press Conference.

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What went right and wrong vs Minnesota, what's next for Luke Fickell and the Badgers 1:05:42

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Wisconsin went on the road and fell 17-7 to Minnesota to end its season. Zach and Jesse discuss what went right and wrong against the Gophers, including another anemic offensive performance. Then the guys get into what the offseason could hold for Luke Fickell and the Badgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Luke Fickell Show 11-26-25 53:51

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Wisconsin Pounds Illinois! Badgers Send a Message in Madison | Luke Fickell Deserves Credit! 1:07:29

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Wisconsin football finally delivered the dominant performance fans have been waiting for, hammering Illinois in a statement win that showcased real progress under Luke Fickell. The Badgers ran the ball with authority, unleashed a relentless pass rush, and looked energized on both sides of the ball in a way we haven’t seen all season. From Darrion D…

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2025 Week Eleven Review: Gophers Off Bye, Iowa/Oregon, Penn St/Indiana, Fickell Back 1:02:15

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back and with the Gophers coming off a bye week they spend a ton of time on the big games last weekend in the Big Ten. Oregon out-Iowa'd Iowa in terrible conditions at Kinnick, Indiana had an epic drive for the ages to rally against Penn State and we got word that Luke Fickell will return to coach Wisc…

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AJ Blazek fired, Eric Mateos hired, Trech Kekahuna out 37:26

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It was a busy Wednesday for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse are back to talk about the Badgers moving on from OL coach AJ Blazek, hiring former Arkansas OL coach Eric Mateos and wide receiver Trech Kekahuna is back in the transfer portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Eric Mateos Hired, Portal Season, Volleyball Tournament, Basketball Heads into Big 10 Play 53:36

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Badger Observer's Jake Kocorowski returns to join Bernie and Perko to break down the hiring of new offensive line coach Eric Mateos, talk about the entries into the transfer portal, talk about the volleyball team's success in the NCAA tournament, and figure out how far the basketball team can go as they head into the heart of their conference sched…

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Michigan FIRES Sherrone Moore for inappropriate relationship | Who will the Wolverines hire? 46:33

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Michigan fired coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday. In a statement, the school announced that Moore had been fired for cause after the school found “credible evidence that coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.” (0:00) Sherrone Moore Fired (14:15) Biff Poggi as the head man (15:17) Presenting Sponsor (17:02) Candida…

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Cignetti Needs a STATUE | Bigger Ten #202 29:42

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Steve Deace and Aaron McIntire close out 2025 with an epic Christmas episode of Bigger Ten! Indiana shocks the world, beating Ohio State to claim its first outright Big Ten title since 1945 – Curt Cignetti is now an all-time legend. Fernando Mendoza delivers another clutch Heisman moment. We break down the historic game, and reveal our full 12-team…

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Could Alabama be this year’s version of 2024 Ohio State? Big 12's Brett Yormark speaks out on Notre Dame | Will Oregon QB Dante Moore return? 1:02:27

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The first round of the College Football Playoff is just around the corner as Alabama heads to Norman to take on the Oklahoma Sooners on Friday, December 19th. On the On3 Megaboard, Alabama fans are questioning the morale of the entire fanbase ahead of the massive contest against the Sooners. Should Alabama fans be happier? What should Crimson Tide …

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Transfer portal departures begin, potential QB targets emerge, AJ Blazek out as OL coach 47:17

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It's transfer portal season for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss some of the guys leaving Wisconsin, while also getting into some potential quarterback targets. They also talk about Mason Posa earning All-Big Ten honors and the Pitt game for 2026 being canceled. AJ Blazek was relieved of his duties as Wisconsin's OL coach. It happened after we g…

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Rajeev's Corner: Playoffs, Portals & the Price of Loyalty 29:14

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College football is changing fast. In this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into what the transfer portal is doing to the sport, what loyalty really means now, and whether “once a Badger, always a Badger” still holds up. I also touch on the current playoff picture and why I just can't get on board with Indiana!! Help The Bucky Report get some fee…

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Notre Dame vs The ACC | 2025 Heisman Finalists announced | Penn State introduces Matt Campbell as head coach 1:05:54

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As the first round of the College Football Playoff will begin next Friday night in Norman, Oklahoma, one glaring omission from the field is Notre Dame. As a matter of fact, the Irish are a glaring omission from the entire bowl schedule coming up. Watch here as Andy & Ari break down Notre Dame AD’s Pete Bevacqua press conference where he details the…

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Pair and a Spare Podcast 2025, Week 15 Review: CFP, Indiana, Rate Bowl, Bowl Rant 1:21:58

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back with their reactions to the College Football Playoff field and the inevitable controversy and complaints surrounding it. The guys discuss the epic Big Ten Championship Game and give their thoughts on the unlikely story of the rise of Indiana football. Gaardsy has some thoughts on the bowl selectio…

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Wisconsin Hockey Hour 12-09-25 53:45

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Why Notre Dame said NO to the Pop-Tarts Bowl | Tennessee fires DC Tim Banks | Florida AD Scott Stricklin Joins 1:06:49

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As the College Football Playoff field has been announced, the glaring omission from the field was the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. With Notre Dame on the outside of the CFP looking in, the Irish declined an invitation to play in the Pop-Tarts Bowl and will not play in a postseason bowl game. Watch here as Andy & Ari break down this interesting news a…

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Greg Gard Radio Show 12-08-25 53:50

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All In or All Talk?! Wisconsin’s Make-or-Break Portal Window | Needs By Position! 1:03:55

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Wisconsin football enters a defining transfer portal offseason, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. On this episode of The Bucky Report, we go position by position through every major portal need for the Badgers in 2025 — breaking down how many players are needed at each spot, the types of athletes Wisconsin must target, and what it will take on the…

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College Football Playoff REVEAL LIVE | Reacting to the 12-Team CFP Bracket: Who's IN? 53:51

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It's time for the College Football Playoff field to be announced. Follow along LIVE with Andy & Ari as the two instantly break down the playoff reveal. Does Alabama get punished for losing? Will it be Duke or James Madison in the field? Is Notre Dame or Miami in? Find out here LIVE as Andy & Ari break down the bracket. (0:00) Intro: CFP Reveal, pre…

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Championship Week INSTANT REACTION | How will the final College Football Playoff Bracket shake out? 1:01:43

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It's been a WILD championship Saturday in College Football already with Texas Tech and Georgia both winning big. Now, it's time to put all the conference championships together now that the ACC and Big Ten Championships have been decided. Join Andy & Ari for a special instant reaction show tonight to go through all the incredible action from the we…

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Georgia DESTROYS Alabama in the SEC Championship | Will Crimson Tide make the CFP? 25:12

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Watch here as Andy & Ari instantly react LIVE to the SEC Championship between Georgia and Alabama. As Georgia scored first off the heels of a blocked punt, can Alabama come back to beat the Bulldogs for a second time this season? Find out here as Andy & Ari react to this pivotal game from Atlanta. This show is presented by Modelo! Some things in li…

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Texas Tech BLASTS BYU | What it means for Miami and Notre Dame 22:20

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As championship weekend is underway, BYU and Texas Tech are facing each other in the Big 12 Championship from Arlington, Texas. As Texas Tech went into halftime up 13-7, the Red Raiders never looked back. What does this result mean for the College Football Playoff? Find out here as Andy & Ari break down this game here. This show is presented by Mod…

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Penn State FINALIZING Deal with Matt Campbell | Could he coach Nittany Lions to a national title? 18:07

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Penn State’s long search for James Franklin’s replacement looks like it has come to an end as the Nittany Lions are finalizing a deal to make Matt Campbell its next head coach. Can Campbell elevate Penn State to a place Franklin couldn’t? Our show is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code CFB and you will get u…

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What Really Happened with Amari Latimer’s Flip?! Full 2026 Class Coverage & Recruiting Superlatives! 47:02

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In today's SPECIAL episode of The Bucky Report, we break down the wild finish to Wisconsin’s recruiting class — including Amari Latimer’s last-minute flip to West Virginia. Nick Osen from 247 Sports joins the show to explain what really happened and what it means for the Badgers moving forward. We also dive deep into the full class, hand out our re…

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Season 9 Episode 25- I'm Too Stressed to be Spec 1:11:11

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In this episode the 7th Tower Crew advances and has downtime, and the spiders continue to be metaphorical... or do they? Cast- Reza- Lena The Magnificent Figaro- Danny Deluca Gamemaster- Jared Witkofsky Al Key- Chris French Perberton- Andrew Collins-Anderson Kevin- Morgan Just Tony 'The Toe' Tito- Chris Thiel Featuring music by Pressure Highway, Jo…

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Wrapping Up Signing Day 30:33

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With national signing day behind us, Bernie and Perko discuss the Badgers' 2026 class, issues facing the team this offseason, and what they need to address in the transfer portal, as well as give kudos to the players who earned spots on the All-Big 10 Team. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: http…

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The case for Notre Dame to get IN & WIN the College Football Playoff | BYU vs Texas Tech Preview 1:10:24

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As Championship Week is about to get underway, it's a Dear Andy & Ari show to get you ready for a huge weekend in College Football. While the fellas have been in support of the Canes in the Miami-Notre Dame debate, it's time to present the case for the Fighting Irish in the College Football Playoff. With solid quarterback play and perhaps the best …

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What happened with Amari Latimer, NSD 2026, Wisconsin's focus in the portal, Week 15 picks 59:16

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It was National Signing Day on Wednesday and Wisconsin got signatures from 12 players, but it was the guy that didn't sign -- Amari Latimer -- that ended up stealing the headlines. Zach and Jesse discuss what happened there, and also talk about the guys that did sign. Then the focus turns to Luke Fickell's comments on investing and where the Badger…

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Is This the BIGGEST B1G Championship Game EVER? | Bigger Ten #201 47:23

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We preview the historic #1 Ohio State vs #2 Indiana Big Ten Championship – the biggest in league history with Heisman, #1 seed, and natty implications on the line. Plus: Nebraska's existential crisis deepens, Penn State's recruiting dumpster fire reaches new lows, National Signing Day winners & losers, and Pat Fitzgerald lands at Michigan State. We…

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“The system is broken” Duke’s Manny Diaz SOUNDS OFF on College Football Playoff & huge conferences 1:08:21

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As championship week is on the horizon, Duke head coach Manny Diaz joined the show and he came spitting some HEAT. Watch here as the Blue Devils head coach explains why Miami should be in the field, why the ACC champion should be in, and why the College Football Playoff system is broken. Do you agree with Coach Diaz's thoughts? (0:00) On Today’s Ep…

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Rajeev's Corner: Can Wisconsin Fix Its Gameday Energy? Camp Randall & The Kohl Center 30:37

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Tonight on Rajeev’s Corner, I’m breaking down the gameday atmosphere at Camp Randall and the Kohl Center—what’s working, what isn’t, and why Wisconsin needs real changes. We’ll also talk about how atmosphere impacts performance and what the Badgers should do moving forward. Help The Bucky Report get some feedback! We would appreciate any listeners …

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College Football Playoff: Championship Week rankings REACTION | Who will be IN the 12-team field? 36:13

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It's time to instantly react to this week's College Football Playoff Rankings. While this is the last rankings before the reveal show on Sunday, what will the bracket look like? Will Miami get in the field? How will the ACC shake out? Also, where will Texas A&M fall after suffering its first loss? Will Lane Kiffin's departure affect the ranking for…

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The No. 1 class of 2026 QB flips from Georgia to… Vanderbilt? 1:24:06

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As National Signing Day is less than 24 hours away, it's only right that Rivals' Steve Wiltfong joins Andy & Ari to break down the biggest headlines entering the big day. As reports of the top QB flipping to Vanderbilt from Georgia have surfaced, Steve Wiltfong breaks down this latest development, along with USC's impressive class and teams that ar…

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Pair and a Spare Podcast 2025, Week 14 Review: Gophers Retain Axe, Season Recap, Coaching Carousel 1:06:58

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back to recap a snowy afternoon in Minneapolis where the Gophers won Paul Bunyan's Axe for the 4th time in 5 years. The guys discuss what the right evaluation is for a 7-5 season and what the big picture outlook is with Drake Lindsay potentially leading the offense the next few years. The Lane Kiffin d…

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Last minute adds and losses for Wisconsin's 2026 class, transfer portal needs 49:43

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The first National Signing Day is Wednesday. Zach and Jesse discuss what the 2026 class could look like with some late adds and potentially late losses. The guys also get into what the Badgers are getting in quarterback Ryan Hopkins. Then they hit on some transfer portal topics, including positions of need and guys Wisconsin would least like to los…

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Wisconsin Hockey Hour 12-02-25 53:46

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Monday Morning Fullback - Hopes Axed in the Twin Cities 49:24

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Bernie and Perko break down a discouraging end of season loss for Wisconsin at Minnesota, discuss what's next for the Badgers at signing day and in the transfer portal, and preview the big conference title games this upcoming weekend. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.…

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Mario Cristobal MAKES HIS CASE for why Miami should make the College Football Playoff 1:15:28

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As the regular season of college football is in the rearview mirror, championship week is upon us, and Andy & Ari pick this week's biggest games. First, however, Miami's Mario Cristobal joins the show to let everyone know, including the CFP committee, why the Hurricanes should be in the 12-team College Football Playoff format come Sunday. After tha…

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Wisconsin Badgers Brutal Weekend: Axe Game Failure in Minnesota + Hoops Exposed! 54:55

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Wisconsin fans just suffered one of the toughest weekends in recent memory. The Badgers closed the football season with a brutal loss to Minnesota in the Axe Game — a performance defined by stalled offense, missed opportunities, and more questions about the program’s direction under Luke Fickell. And on Friday, the basketball team led off with a fr…

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Coaching Carousel WRAP UP | Lane Kiffin's LSU decision | Auburn, Florida, Ole Miss, & Arkansas hires 1:29:52

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As a wild weekend in college football concludes, join Andy & Ari TONIGHT for a special edition wrap-up show of the coaching carousel. So far, 3 hires have been made today with more potentially on the way: (0:00) On Tonight's Show (1:39) BetMGM (3:24) Intro: Coaching Carousel (5:28) Lane Kiffin to LSU (28:44) Pete Golding to Ole Miss (39:15) Jon Sum…

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Greg Gard Radio Show 12-02-25 53:51

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College Football Week 14 INSTANT REACTION: Alabama-Auburn, Ohio State-Michigan, Lane Kiffin's Decision 59:11

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Join Andy & Ari LIVE following all of the action on Saturday night to recap the entirety of the Week 14 slate of College Football. Also, Lane Kiffin watch continues as we await what happens with the Ole Miss head coach and his decision. A jam packed Saturday to unpack, and Andy & Ari have you covered right here. Games include.... (0:00) On Tonight'…

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Oklahoma SURVIVES LSU | Sooners battle to keep CFP hopes Alive vs Tigers | Lane Kiffin Watch Continues 15:25

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Oklahoma was in a TOUGH battle vs LSU and came out on top to keep its CFP dreams alive. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt is hoping to keep its College Football Playoff dreams alive as they travel to Knoxville to take on in-state rival Tennessee. How will these afternoon games shake out? Watch here LIVE with Andy & Ari On3 from the MGM Grand in the BetMGM Spor…

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Ohio State FINALLY beats Michigan | Buckeyes vs Wolverines Instant Reaction 12:27

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Join And & Ari LIVE from the Big House in Ann Arbor to instantly react to Ohio State at Michigan. While it was a back and forth first half, will the Buckeyes be able to claim victory after losing the last four matchups against the Wolverines? Find out here as Andy & Ari break it all down here from Michigan. This show is presented by Modelo! Some th…

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Texas beats Texas A&M | What it means for the Longhorns, Aggies, Georgia and Ole Miss 20:35

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Over in the Lone Star State, Texas A&M and Texas meet on the gridiron in Austin. As Texas A&M is eyeing a spot for the SEC title game, Texas is looking to knock off the Aggies' perfect record. Is Texas A&M the real deal, or will the Longhorns ruin everything for the Aggies? Watch here LIVE with Andy & Ari On3 from the MGM Grand in the BetMGM Sports…

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Georgia-Georgia Tech INSTANT REACTION | CFP Outlook as Dawgs beat Yellow Jackets | Lane Kiffin watch 22:09

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It's time for some Clean, Old Fashioned Hate between the Bulldogs and Yellow Jackets in Mercedes-Benz Stadium as Georgia takes on Georgia Tech. While Georgia Tech scored first to go up 3-0, Georgia quickly turned the momentum to take a 13-3 lead into halftime. How will this game shake out? Watch here LIVE with Andy & Ari On3 from the MGM Grand in t…

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Ole Miss-Mississippi State INSTANT REACTION | Recapping the Egg Bowl | What will Lane Kiffin Decide? 16:22

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As Week 14 is officially underway, Black Friday's slate started off with a classic rivalry game in Starkville: the Egg Bowl. As Ole Miss and Mississippi State battle it out at Davis-Wade Stadium, all eyes are on Lane Kiffin and his decision. As Florida is reported to be out of the Lane Kiffin sweepstakes, it's now down to Ole Miss and LSU. What wil…

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers! THE BATTLE FOR THE AXE! Preview & Predictions 17:32

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The last game of the regular season is upon us, and its a massive one for Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team. The annual battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe takes place at Minnesota this year. Can the resurgent Badgers finish the season strong behind Freshman QB Carter Smith? Will Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano continue dominating opposi…