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Bunch Formation: A College Football Show

Blue Wire, Chris Vannini, David Ubben
College Football
College Football Playoff
Big Ten
Miami
NCAA
Oklahoma
Alabama
SEC
Oregon
Transfer Portal
Texas A&M
Notre Dame
Texas Tech
Miami Hurricanes
Indiana
Texas
Michigan
Penn State
Florida State
LSU

Your new favorite college football show. The Athletic senior reporters Chris Vannini and David Ubben take you inside the biggest stories in the game in a fun and engaging show. With exclusive insight, interviews and banter, you'll learn to appreciate the most important and the dumbest parts of America's true favorite sport.

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben are joined by Kennesaw State head coach Jerry Mack, who talks about his path from the bottom of the coaching ladder, to becoming a college head coach at 33 years old, to taking Kennesaw State from 2-10 to CUSA champions ... more

It's the one-year anniversary of Bunch Formation! Chris Vannini and David Ubben reflect on the first year of the show, then have a deep conversation about the 24-team playoff, coming off the Big Ten's big push from spring meetings.

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben are back for a short episode on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, who has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA in an attempt to play despite admitting to various gambling violations.

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben are back to react to a strange week of news in college football. Then the guys discuss the 10 teams that had the best offseasons.

Vanity Fair story on Lane Kiffin

Steve Sarkisian comments on Ole Miss

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Recent Guests

Ari Wasserman
Contributor, On Three; former host on The Andy and Ari Show
On Three
Episode: #100: Sorsby's Future, Tourney Expansion + Pimento Cheese (w/ Ari Wasserman)
Ryan Silverfield
Arkansas head coach
University of Arkansas
Episode: Ryan Silverfield's Unique Journey To Arkansas Head Coach
Steve Smith
Former NFL wide receiver and host of the 89 show on YouTube
The 89 Show
Episode: Spring Game Reactions: Ohio State, Michigan, Georgia, Miami & More
Trick Williams
WWE superstar, formerly Mattrick Belton
WWE
Episode: WWE's Trick Williams: From South Carolina Football to WrestleMania
Jason Eck
Head coach of New Mexico Lobos
New Mexico Lobos
Episode: New Mexico's Jason Eck On Winning, Kibbie Dome and Perseverance
Nicole Auerbach
Former NBC Sports colleague; NBC Sports contributor
NBC Sports
Episode: Nicole Auerbach Talks Tournament Reactions, Picks + More
Brendan Marks
The Athletic basketball writer joining the NCAA tournament preview
The Athletic
Episode: March Madness Picks, Cinderellas + Teams To Know (w/ Brendan Marks)
Jim Mora
Colorado State head coach
Colorado State University
Episode: Jim Mora On Colorado State, PLAYOFFS!? Backstory + Josh Rosen's Hot Tub
Charles Huff
Memphis head football coach
University of Memphis / Memphis Tigers
Episode: Charles Huff On Coaching Saquon, Saban Stories + Memphis Plans

Hosts

Chris Vannini
Host of the show, The Athletic; senior writer and long-time college football journalist.
David Ubben
Co-host; long-time college football journalist and analyst.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Keep it up!

    Hey guys, just wanted to say keep up the great work! I’ve been listening to the show since the Until Saturday iteration and love hearing takes from two people who not only cover the sport but are first and foremost fans of it.

    While I’m here I want to remember a guy, Mohamed Massaquoi. Will never forget the 2007 Georgia-Florida game. In the first quarter, Knowshon Moreno scored on a goal line dive and Mark Richt proceeded to let the team storm the end zone. Dawgs took the penalty and on the ne... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimRobinsonDenier
    United States10 days ago
  • The show to listen to if you’re a real cfb fan

    This is a must listen to stay caught up on what’s happening in cfb. The analysis is spot on, and they cover the whole sport, not just the name brands. I also enjoy when they talk about non-football stuff. Only complaint is they tend to talk over each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    [Orion_80]
    United States17 days ago
  • Great podcast

    The food stuff was ridiculous. I know it’s April but come on guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NCND82
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Show!

    I’d like to remember Georgia RB Knowshon Moreno! -Brian in Buford, GA

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meh, you get what you pay for
    United Statesa month ago
  • Addition by subtraction

    Until Saturday was my saddest unfollow. Finally got tired of fast forwarding through Damien Harris. Instantly one of my favorite shows again now that every third sentence doesn’t revolve around bama

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FaulPinebaum
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' knowledge, banter, and ability to make complex topics approachable.
Fans appreciate balanced coverage beyond blue-blood programs and strong guest selections.
Overall high-quality, comprehensive CFB coverage with thoughtful analysis.

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#63
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#66
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#106
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#193
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#228
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#229
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nicole Auerbach Talks Tournament Reactions, Picks + More
Q: What are the biggest changes you've noticed in how brackets are formed with the new metrics and conference realignment?
The guests discuss how improved metrics like wins above bubble and better seeding lead to fewer mid-major upsets but more accurate outcomes, while realignment changes which teams get at-large bids and how that affects long-term parity.
Nicole Auerbach Talks Tournament Reactions, Picks + More
Q: Nicole, what's your pick for the region in DC?
Nicole leans Michigan State in that region, citing the team's consistency and Izzo's postseason track record, while acknowledging Duke and UConn as formidable contenders.
Jim Mora On Colorado State, PLAYOFFS!? Backstory + Josh Rosen's Hot Tub
Q: Last TV show that you binged?
The last show Mora mentions is The Landman, and he also talks about enjoying the Bill Walsh-influenced coaching philosophy as a broader inspiration.
Charles Huff On Coaching Saquon, Saban Stories + Memphis Plans
Q: What was the biggest takeaway from working under Nick Saban during your time at Alabama?
The biggest takeaway was Saban's relentless attention to detail and organizational discipline. He ran the program with a precision that made every day feel like a game plan meeting—door-to-door thorough in recruiting and in preparing game plans—leaving Huff with a blueprint for meticulous preparation and accountability.
Transfer Portal Winners, Losers + Gossip (w/ Sam Khan Jr.)
Q: What is unique about the trends in this transfer portal compared to previous years?
The podcast reveals that this year saw higher salaries for quarterbacks and a strategic shift among top programs who are eager to sign proven talents from the portal rather than develop young recruits.

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Two veteran college football writers host a national show that blends strong analysis with entertaining banter, covering big stories, realignment talk, NIL debates, and playoff formats while weaving in interviews and listener questions. Episodes frequently feature coaching journeys, conference dynamics, and crossovers between football, media rights, and the broader sports business, with a knack for spotlighting G5 and non-traditional programs alongside powerhouses. A standout is the mix of hard news, guest interviews, and humorous personal anecdotes that make complex topics approachable for a passionate, analytically minded audience.

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1. Ari Wasserman
2. Ryan Silverfield
3. Steve Smith
4. Trick Williams
5. Jason Eck
6. Nicole Auerbach
7. Brendan Marks
8. Jim Mora

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