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Northern Aggression: A College Football Podcast

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Big Ten
Ohio State University
Michigan
Ohio State
SEC
Notre Dame
Umass
Rutgers University
Oregon
College Football Playoff
Clemson University
Louisiana State University
Mac (mid-American Conference)
Lane Kiffin
Dabo Swinney

The Big Ten runs college football, the SEC is in freefall and this is the show that talks truth, has fun and dives deep about college football’s new reality. Northern Aggression is your go-to place to get real about Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon, Michigan, Penn State, USC and the most interesting Big Ten teams, as well as Notre Dame and any program not drenched in SEC mediocrity. Doug Lesmerises, Bi... more

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Ohio State-Indiana, Notre Dame-BYU, Michigan-Penn State, Wisconsin-UCLA and Nebraska-Oregon are the games we're picking this week on The Podcast of Northern Aggression is a big week for the Big Ten and Notre Dame.

The bonus games discussed are Northw... more

No. 4 Ohio State at No. 5 Indiana and No. 2 Notre Dame at No. 8 BYU are two major games in college football this week, and Around the North dug into both of them on this episode. The show also asked the question of which Northern team is best right n... more

After another good week of college football betting last week, as TShoe went 3-1, the Union Bet hit for the fourth straight week and Doug went 2-1, Tyler Shoemaker and Doug Lesmerises are back for another round of college football betting advice.

The... more

Six college football picks are on this show as Bill, Matt and Doug add an extra game to the usual slate. The discussions and picks are on:

• USC-Penn State in what might be a sad White Out

• Georgia-Alabama

• Indiana-Nebraska

• UCLA-Oregon

• Iowa-Wa... more

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Jon Wilner
Prominent West Coast college football analyst, Wilner Hotline
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Episode: How much trouble are Oregon & Ohio State in? Rating Dan Lanning, plus are USC & UCLA for real?
Pop Watson
UMass quarterback
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Episode: UMass-Rutgers shocker fallout: QB Pop Watson joins the show, plus Rutgers head coaching candidates
Adam Rittenberg
ESPN college football writer
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Episode: Michigan-Western Michigan damage to Big Ten? How will Ohio State, Michigan, Minnesota fare vs. SEC?
Scott Dochterman
National college football writer from The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Bryce Underwood, Josh Hoover & B1G QBs under gun; playoff contender USC? Wisconsin vs Notre Dame

Hosts

Doug Lesmerises
Host of The Podcast of Northern Aggression; prominent on Northern Aggression platforms; frequent commentator on Big Ten/Notre Dame coverage
Bill Landis
Co-host providing insights and banter; regular on panel discussions and betting-oriented episodes
Matt Fortuna
Co-host; Notre Dame coverage expert on the show; contributes analysis and context

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • KOTN is Back and Better Than Ever!!!

    SO excited to have another northern-focused college football show! I was heartbroken when KOTN ended; this is one of those rare instances where the sequel is better than the prequel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eramisionero
    United States2 months ago
  • The best

    These guys know ball. Perfect mix of narrative and data with a lot of humor mixed in. Great balance to the southern media complex.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jseattle21
    United States2 months ago
  • Great content

    Great insight and perspective on college football with a B1G/ND focus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoffnmn
    United States2 months ago
  • Go northern football!

    A great northern college football podcast. Nice companions to the Big Ten season, trying to cover all angles. Bill, Doug and Matt are fair and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loid Lihp III
    United States2 months ago
  • THE BEST CFB POD IS BACK

    I cannot tell you how exciting I am to have Bill and Doug back talking northern football. LETS GOOOOO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben Graeff
    United States2 months ago

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

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#138
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#6
India/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#97
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#148
Japan/Sports/Football

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How much trouble are Oregon & Ohio State in? Rating Dan Lanning, plus are USC & UCLA for real?
Q: On a scale of 1-10, how much trouble are Oregon and Ohio State in right now?
Oregon is around 7-8, largely because of their stiff schedule and a tough loss, but with a path to recovery if they regroup quickly; Ohio State is around 3-4, given their talent level and overall schedule, with concerns focused on defensive adaptability and big-game execution.
UMass-Rutgers shocker fallout: QB Pop Watson joins the show, plus Rutgers head coaching candidates
Q: What about Rutgers' situation and potential coaching searches?
The hosts and guests discussed Rutgers' financials and political connections, and debated potential candidates like Brian Kelly, Fram Brown, and others, emphasizing that it's a tough, high-stakes situation with long-term implications.
UMass-Rutgers shocker fallout: QB Pop Watson joins the show, plus Rutgers head coaching candidates
Q: How has being the quarterback at UMass shaped you as a leader this year?
Watson said he loves the pressure, embraces the challenge, and believes leadership comes from proving himself through preparation, practice, and execution every day.
UMass-Rutgers shocker fallout: QB Pop Watson joins the show, plus Rutgers head coaching candidates
Q: What's the story behind your nickname Pop?
Pop Watson explained that the nickname came from his grandfather, who called him an angry old man, and the name stuck with him as he grew into a competitive quarterback.

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A fast-paced college football show led by three regulars who dissect Big Ten and national storylines with banter, data, and bold takes. Across recent episodes the hosts trade forecasts, betting angles, and candid assessments of conferences, coaching moves, and star players, with frequent mentions of Notre Dame, the SEC's shifting landscape, and playoff dynamics. The format blends game analysis, narrative lore from programs and rivals, and practical betting strategy, making it a go-to for listeners who want both informed insight and entertaining, opinion-driven banter. A notable strength is the cohesive trio's willingness to mix tight analysis with behind-the-scenes chatter and cross-promotional plugs, delivering a recognizable voice in the ... more

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