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Always College Football with Greg McElroy

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College Football
Alabama
Notre Dame
SEC
Miami
Miami Hurricanes
Ohio State
Indiana Hoosiers
Alabama Crimson Tide
Oregon Ducks
Transfer Portal
Ohio State Buckeyes
Big Ten
Georgia Bulldogs
Big 12
Texas A&M
Oklahoma
NIL
Florida State

ESPN college football analyst Greg McElroy takes a deep dive into the sport with the biggest names on and off the field. With off-seasons being a thing of the past, McElroy goes year-round with analysis, opinions and insight on top teams and under-the-radar stories from coast to coast.

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McElroy gives you his Top 15 teams heading into week 7 and why so much will change after this weekend. Plus, we preview Mississippi State at LSU and the must win game for Lane Kiffin. SMU hopes to keep their CFP hopes alive when Virginia comes to tow... more

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Week 7 of the college football season is here and Greg McElroy gives you the most in-depth previews you will find anywhere! This is the weekend we have been waiting for. The defending National Champion Indiana Hoosiers led by instant legend Curt Cign... more

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Greg McElroy delivers his Top 10 takeaways from Week 6 of the college football season! The Oklahoma Sooners took down Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns in a classic, Georgia walked into Tuscaloosa and took out Alabama and Kentucky got a huge victo... more

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What a weekend in College Football! Greg McElroy gives you his rapid reaction to Oklahoma stunning Texas in the Red River Rivalry, Georgia walking out of Tuscaloosa with 20-17 win over Alabama, Oregon losing at home to UCLA, LSU losing on the road (a... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Butt
Former Michigan tight end and Big Ten Network analyst
Big Ten Network
Episode: BIG 10 vs SEC supremacy on the LINE in week 2?! | Always College Football
Booger McFarland
ESPN/ABC analyst and guest on the show
ESPN/ABC
Episode: BIGGEST Story lines in week 1+ who needs a win more Kiffin, Norvell or Fickell? | Always College Football
Rich Eisen
Sports journalist and television host
Rich Eisen Show / NFL Media
Episode: BIGGEST What IF’s in college football part 2! | Always College Football
Mike Elko
Head coach, Texas A&M Aggies
Texas A&M University
Episode: Mike Elko has built something REAL at Texas A&M! | Always College Football
Ian Fitzsimmons
Sports broadcaster reacting to college football topics and promos
Episode: Can College Football survive as we know it? | Always College Football
Dabo Swinney
Head coach of the Clemson Tigers
Clemson University
Episode: Dabo Swinney talks expectations, changes in the sport & much more | Always College Football
Jon Sumrall
Head coach of the Florida Gators
University of Florida / Florida Gators
Episode: 1-on-1 with Jon Sumrall + Notre Dame, Penn State & Oregon questions | Always College Football
Kyle Whittingham
Head coach discussing Michigan transition and spring plans
University of Michigan (as guest on the episode)
Episode: 1-on-1 with Kyle Whittingham + Texas, Miami & more spring game previews | Always College Football
Pete Golding
Head coach at Ole Miss
Ole Miss
Episode: Alabama QB battle, Florida & Tennessee spring recap + 1-on-1 with Pete Golding | Always College Football

Host

Gregory McElroy
ESPN college football analyst and host of the long-running weekly breakdowns and previews.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Top Tier College Podcast

    Greg continues to provide balanced and thoughtful observations .If you were limited to only one college podcast this would be a great choice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LBI Jim
    United States6 days ago
  • Make it less confusing

    Great work Greg! However, I believe it would be easier to follow if you stated the favorite team’s strengths and then their weaknesses on both sides of the ball. Then, follow up with the underdog’s strengths and weaknesses. After that you can start listing your questions. The first couple of questions can be related to the biggest mismatches from the strengths and weaknesses. Thanks for all your hard work!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TommyG7190
    United States8 days ago
  • The opposite of what it says it is.

    This is a podcast that bills itself as going deeper into the stats and giving the listener a more substantive take on college football. I’ve been listening to his rankings podcasts for a couple of years now, and if you came here for an intellectual approach, I’m sorry to report you won’t find it. Not only does he not apply the same set of logic from one week to the next; he doesn’t even do it within one set of rankings. So just like virtually everyone else who does this, including the CFP comm... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Char1ie65
    United States9 days ago
  • Pure clownery

    Your bias is showing McElroy. I mean seriously you need to enroll in a clown academy, it would be a great fit.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Just Like Tiddlywinks
    United States13 days ago
  • The show

    If you love college football and sport of football. The info that is in this pod , is full of the best. Accurate and game by game they provide. Give it a go. And hey. Rate and review. Stop scrolling by.

    Audible
    5
    Zac
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Balanced, data-informed quarterback insights.
Clear, expert analysis with strong scheduling and roster context.
Often SEC-focused—good for SEC fans, but may feel biased to others.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#53
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#164
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#68
Canada/Sports/Football
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#238
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
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#33
Germany/Sports/Football
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#93
France/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Week 6 Previews: SEC Showdowns & BIG 10 Battles! | Always College Football
Q: Can Indiana's quarterback Josh Hoover sustain efficiency against a top Nebraska defense?
Hoover has been efficient, with multiple games featuring short-to-intermediate throws while protecting the football; Nebraska's pressure and run defense will test his ability to navigate down-and-distance situations.
Why the SEC has College Football CORNERED! | Always College Football
Q: What moment, in your view, marked when college football changed forever?
The moment was when the transfer rule freedom emerged, enabling movement for players without as many restrictions, which cascaded into the broader evolution of the sport, including recruiting dynamics and schedule planning.
Why the SEC has College Football CORNERED! | Always College Football
Q: What would you do if you were in charge of the Texas football program?
If I were in charge, I'd tell Sark not to make public moves about schedules to avoid creating unnecessary drama; focus on stability, loyalty, and negotiating buyouts responsibly while balancing competitive scheduling and program growth.
Mike Elko has built something REAL at Texas A&M! | Always College Football
Q: How do you balance continuity with necessary turnover as you prepare for a competitive season?
The coach explains promoting from within, leveraging continuity on the staff, and using portal additions to fill holes while maintaining the core system and relationships that give the team an edge.
Mike Elko has built something REAL at Texas A&M! | Always College Football
Q: What are you most proud of about the program's mindset and culture since you arrived?
Elko highlights the rapid shift to a blue-collar, productive mindset, with early buy-in from players and a culture that prioritizes steady development and internal improvement over external hype.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Always College Football

What is Always College Football about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven, highly opinionated college football analysis show that covers top-tier programs and high-profile storylines year-round. Episodes mix tiered team projections, quarterback terrain, and roster dynamics with scheduling and portal-era narratives, often built around single-host cadence and sharp, contrarian takes. Notable strengths include rigorous on-paper breakdowns, candid assessments of conferences (with a familiar SEC focus), and a willingness to connect strategy to real-world implications for fans, teams, and the sport's calendar. The format tends to be deeply analytical yet accessible, making it useful for listeners who want actionable takes, scheduling insights, and a clear framework for evaluating contenders across confere... more

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2. Booger McFarland
3. Rich Eisen
4. Mike Elko
5. Ian Fitzsimmons
6. Dabo Swinney
7. Jon Sumrall
8. Kyle Whittingham

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