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Cover 3 College Football

CBS Sports
Big 12
Big Ten Conference
Big Ten
College Football Playoff
College Football
Ole Miss
Alabama
LSU
Ohio State University
Brendan Sorsby
Atlantic Coast Conference
USC Trojans
Michigan
Oregon Ducks
Notre Dame
Texas Tech
NFL Draft
Big 12 Conference
ACC
Southeastern Conference

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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Latest Episodes

🎶Come get these locks🎶 The Cover 3 crew is back with their Week 10 locks!

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(00:00) Intro

(1:25) Recap Week 9

(5:36) Thursday & Friday Locks

(14:20) Miami at Notre Dame

(24:13) Georgia at Ole Miss

(27:53) Alabama at LSU

(32:51) BYU at Utah more

Russell Wilson and Kyle Long are back for another episode of Set, Hut! with CBS Sports!

Signing Day is just FOUR WEEKS away, and the race for the No. 1 recruiting class is heating up! Bud Elliott and Andrew Ivins break down the top contenders — Texas A&M, Oregon, Notre Dame and Miami — including the biggest questions, potential flips an... more

The Cover 3 crew breaks down the first release of the 2026 College Football Playoff rankings.

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Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 

Visit ⁠the betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the lates... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Ivins
Director of Scouting for 247Sports
247Sports
Episode: Recruiting Show: 5-Star QBs Busts + Miami's Push for the No. 1 Class + Latest News & Notes
Greg Luca
Voter for San Antonio Express News
San Antonio Express News
Episode: Upon Further Review: Week 5 Breakdown & Week 6 Lookahead | AP Poll Reaction, Hot Seat Analysis
Nate Sheppard
Duke University running back
Duke University
Episode: Upon Further Review: Ole Miss Climbs To No. 4 | Week 3 Overreactions & AP Poll Takeaways
Michael Snowden
Tailgate member and St. Jude auction winner
Cover 3 Tailgate / CBS Sports
Episode: Week 3 LOCKS 🔒 Best Bets, Against The Spread Picks, Moneyline Sprinkles & More! | Cover 3
Sam Houston
Team discussed as a betting matchup
Sam Houston Bearkats
Episode: Week 2 LOCKS 🔒 Best Bets, Against The Spread Picks, Moneyline Sprinkles & More! | Cover 3
Arizona State
Team discussed for moneyline and totals
Arizona State Sun Devils
Episode: Week 2 LOCKS 🔒 Best Bets, Against The Spread Picks, Moneyline Sprinkles & More! | Cover 3
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

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 6.9k ratings
  • I’d recommend

    It’s nice to listen to in background and stuff, first to drop it after week and usually valid opinions.

    Would love a better escape at end.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Go-BeavsOSU🦫
    United States10 days ago
  • Decent

    Standard right wing trash opinions, making fun of “woke” like they’re smart or creative. But I’ll give two stars for being the first to pod after the games! These guys definitely don’t sleep with their sister

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rokka222
    United States12 days ago
  • Recruiting show embarrassment

    The crying from Bud & the other guy basically saying “what else were we supposed to do with these qb rankings?” Is such a sad cop out. Just admit you missed and shouldn’t have ranked them so high.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    B1gAl69
    United States16 days ago
  • Good insight, both breadth and depth of the wonderful sports of CFB.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    elykl33t
    18 days ago
  • Best pod out there

    What’s up fellas. Been with yall since the beginning. I feel this one is right up Bud’s alley.

    When betting games, what’s your take on buying off hooks.

    Say you have 4.5, should it be bought to 4 at -120 instead of laying the hook at 4.5? I find myself buying more often on key numbers like 3.5 down to 3 and 7.5 down to 7. Thoughts?

    Love the show. Prayers for Bowden (golden dad over here also)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jim s 1107
    United States20 days ago

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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.

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Spotify
#26
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Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#32
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#20
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#25
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Apple Podcasts
#177
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Week 9 Breakdown: Mike Norvell Fallout, AP Poll Debates, CFP Rankings Predictions & MORE!
Q: Why is under center so rare and challenging in today's college football?
Danny Kanell says many players rarely take under-center snaps in high school, and the technique requires practiced coordination between the quarterback and center, especially in short-yardage situations. Shotgun formations also simplify reads and suit RPO offenses.
Recruiting Show: Power Balance Shift + 2028 Rising Stars + Big Weekend Ahead
Q: What are you seeing out of Hayden Lowe? What kind of impact do you think he could have as a bounce back for the 27th season?
Ivins says Lowe has four sacks and four and a half tackles for loss in three games at Long Beach City College, despite playing situationally. He expects Power Four programs to pursue the former five-star edge player as a potential immediate pass-rush contributor.
Recruiting Show: Power Balance Shift + 2028 Rising Stars + Big Weekend Ahead
Q: Who is in the best position to field one of these rosters in the coming years with all of these NFL players?
Ivins says both programs still recruit five-star players, but changing roster economics put more pressure on evaluating, projecting and developing recruits. He points to Georgia's homegrown starters and offensive line recruiting, while Alabama has recruited quarterbacks well and may use the transfer market to supplement its roster.
Week 1 College Football Preview: Notable Trends, CFP Debates, MUST-WATCH Games & More!
Q: Which game stands out as a marquee test, and why?
Oregon vs. Boise State is the marquee test, largely because Oregon is a national title contender with line-up questions on the offensive line, while Boise State looks to exploit mismatches and test Oregon's depth and consistency.
Week 1 College Football Preview: Notable Trends, CFP Debates, MUST-WATCH Games & More!
Q: What trends are you watching for week one?
We're watching tempo shifts, how teams with middling tempo perform, and how the transfer portal reshapes expectations and priors, along with how underdogs and favorites fare against the spread in early-season games.

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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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1. Andrew Ivins
2. Greg Luca
3. Nate Sheppard
4. Michael Snowden
5. Sam Houston
6. Arizona State
7. Curt Cignetti
8. Matt Rhule

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