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Cover 3 College Football

CBS Sports
College Football Playoff
College Football
Transfer Portal
Big Ten
Miami
Big Ten Conference
Big 12
Miami Hurricanes
Indiana
Alabama
Penn State
Notre Dame
Ole Miss
Oregon
LSU
Texas Tech
NFL Draft
Texas A&M
Michigan Football
Ohio State

The 'Cover 3 College Football' Podcast is the perfect call for any die-hard fan. Join hosts Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli, Danny Kanell and Bud Elliott as they take you from National Signing Day to the national championship with in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz an... more

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The Cover 3 crew is back to continue their 2026 win totals breakdown for every Power Four team! This episode focuses on the first half of Big Ten teams. The guys will also react to the release of the Preseason AP Poll.

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(00:00) Intro

(4:27) Illin... more

The Cover 3 crew is back to continue their 2026 win totals breakdown for every Power Four team! This episode focuses on the second half of SEC teams.

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(00:00) Intro

(2:51) Missouri O/U 6.5

(9:07) Oklahoma O/U 7.5

(18:19) Ole Miss O/U 7.5

(24:... more

The Cover 3 crew is back to continue their 2026 win totals breakdown for every Power Four team! This episode focuses on the first half of SEC teams. The guys also give their thoughts on Jayden Daniels sending a cease and desist to LSU after the Tiger... more

The Cover 3 crew is back to continue their 2026 win totals breakdown for every Power Four team! This episode focuses on the second half of ACC teams. The guys will also discuss Notre Dame’s schedule and win total!

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(00:00) Intro

(2:36) North Caro... more

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Recent Guests

Curt Cignetti
National Championship winning head coach
Indiana Hoosiers
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti
Matt Rhule
Nebraska head coach
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule
Jedd Fisch
Head coach of the Washington Huskies
University of Washington
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Washington Head Coach Jedd Fisch
Kyle Whittingham
Head coach (guest)
Michigan (as described in transcript)
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Michigan Head Coach Kyle Whittingham
Darius Taylor
Player mentioned as part of Minnesota roster
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Minnesota head coach PJ Fleck
Pat Fitzgerald
Head coach, Michigan State
Michigan State University
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Michigan State Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald
Bob Chesney
UCLA head football coach
UCLA Bruins
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: UCLA Head Coach Bob Chesney
Julian Sayin
Ohio State quarterback, guest on the show
Ohio State University
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Ohio State QB Julian Sayin
Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State wide receiver who was interviewed
Ohio State University
Episode: 2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith

Hosts

Chip Patterson
Host; CBS Sports/Cover 3; known for analytical take on football programs and betting angles
Tom Fornelli
Co-host; contributes to ACC win totals discussions and general college football analysis
Danny Kanell
Co-host; participates in ACC win totals discussions; provides quarterback and strategy insights
Bud Elliott
Co-host; contributes roster and program-building perspectives; strong opinions on college football culture

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.8k ratings
  • 5 Star Mailbag

    Huge fan of the show, really appreciate the hard work you guys put into it. Chip, dinner/drinks on me if you ever make it over to Boone.

    After thinking more about Bud’s tweet with regard to Euro-type soccer player buyouts from G6 schools happening already, I think I finally found peace with the concept of a 64-team Super Conference.

    How fun would an 8-12 team promotion/relegation system be? Would anyone actually be brave enough to sign up for that knowing that any team could potentially have... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wilsonrwiii
    United States21 days ago
  • Mailbag

    Am I overly nostalgic or does anyone else miss the primary team logos from 1990’s to the mid 2000’s? CFB and MLB have abandoned them in favor of some form of letters. Am I the only one who misses the pouncing tiger over LSU? The old rebel with a top hat and cane? Or even the angry elephant of Alabama?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steven_1321
    United States23 days ago
  • Simple question: Should FSU have left with Maryland?

    Would they have had a landing spot and how would their fortunes be different today?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThrowFive
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show! Burning mailbag question

    Hi gang! Thank you for helping me get through writing my dissertation! I have a burning question for the mailbag while there’s still hope for mailbag season. Short and simple: best G6 defenses relative to their league competition? It’d be great if you could address which G6 offenses you’d expect to be the worst along the way. Thanks for the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    (Game)Cock Who’s One of Them
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cover 3 Knows Ball

    Relatively long time listener. Exquisitely insightful. Great breadth and depth of information in and out of the season.

    Casuals may not know that Purdue University has interestingly decided to continue to technically field a football team each year since Brohm left. Unfortunately they haven’t made the summer school cut the past few years. How many games does Purdue need to win to play its way on to summer school on 2027? Hopefully something low as it would be great to have something to root fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RondaleScore4920
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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

Many reviews highlight longevity and consistency of content and guests.
Listeners value the practical betting-oriented insights and schedule context.
Audience praises depth and breadth of analysis, with notes on engaging banter.
Some negative feedback cites chemistry or tones from a specific host but overall sentiment remains favorable.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#43
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#10
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#32
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#28
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#121
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#192
Canada/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Michigan State Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald
Q: What did you find with the locker room when you arrived?
He describes a disengaged but coachable group and explains how he set a new tone and standards.
2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Michigan State Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald
Q: Did you do media days as a player?
Yes, Fitzgerald confirms players participated, though the format differed from today.
2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: USC Head Coach Lincoln Riley
Q: You get to ask Iowa's Kirk Ferentz any question, and he will have to answer it. What would you like to ask him?
I'd ask him who the best player he's ever coached is, and who is the best player he's ever seen, to gain insight into Ferentz's long view on elite football talent.
2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Wisconsin Head Coach Luke Fickell
Q: Are you familiar with the blind ranking game of college football traditions?
Fickell participates in the playful ranking exercise, engaging with the crew and showing a lighter side of media day while still keeping focus on the program's narrative.
2026 Big Ten Media Days Interview: Wisconsin Head Coach Luke Fickell
Q: Would you like to come and compete?
Fickell indicates an openness to bringing in players who can compete for starting roles, framing it around the program's needs and the opportunity to contribute to Wisconsin's path forward.

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This show delivers data-driven, debate-heavy analysis of college football with a roundtable of four hosts and a rotating set of expert guests. Episodes cover win totals, conference realignment, quarterback development, coaching changes, and roster moves, often anchoring bets and schedules to keep a practical, bettor-friendly edge. Noteworthy is the mix of sharp statistical framing with candid banter and culture-focused segments, which makes it appealing to fans who want both depth and personality. The show frequently references sportsbook prices, transfer portal activity, and program-building philosophies, offering listeners a practical sense of what to watch for in the upcoming seasons.

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Recent guests on Cover 3 College Football include:

1. Curt Cignetti
2. Matt Rhule
3. Jedd Fisch
4. Kyle Whittingham
5. Darius Taylor
6. Pat Fitzgerald
7. Bob Chesney
8. Julian Sayin

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