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The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football

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College Football
College Football Playoff
SEC
Notre Dame
Alabama
Miami
Indiana
NIL
Georgia
Transfer Portal
Ohio State
Big Ten
Penn State
Texas A&M
NCAA
LSU
Ole Miss
Texas
Florida State
Lane Kiffin

Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo discuss the latest in college football, interview the biggest names in the sport and give insight into the most relevant topics dominating the discussion. From National Signing Day to the National Championship, Bruce, Stew and Ralph have you covered year-round.

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Ralph joins from Destin, Florida to help break down the biggest storylines from the SEC spring meetings. Playoff expansion, a rumored SEC breakaway, and a new bipartisan Senate bill that could reshape college sports governance. Later, the Brendan Sor... more

Ralph, Stew, and Bruce draft their top five quarterbacks for a season-long competition. Rotisserie scoring, three categories: total yards, total TDs minus interceptions, and wins. Who went first overall? Who went undrafted? Where did Chambliss, Manni... more

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Tony Petitti made an impassioned public case for the 24-team playoff, and Ralph thinks he’s operating from a position of strength. Is this inevitable? With the Big Ten and SEC threatening to leave the NCAA, Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard says, figurativ... more

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Ralph Russo returns from his trip to Italy to find college football in full chaos. The 24-team playoff has gone from a whisper to a roar. The ACC and Big 12 on board, while ESPN and the SEC pump the brakes. What's actually driving this? And does the ... more

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Recent Guests

Cameron Teague Robinson
Ohio State beat writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: The State of Ohio State with Cameron Teague Robinson
Brandon Collier
Football recruiter based in Germany, works with European prospects for NCAA programs
Collier Sports
Episode: Utah's Messy Divorce, Ireland's Hottest Recruit, and NFL Stars Get Humbled at Flag Football
Manny Navarro
College football journalist known for portal and recruiting coverage
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Episode: Portal Report Cards and the 2023 Recruiting Class Revisited with Manny Navarro
Nicole Auerbach
American sports journalist, NBC Sports on-air reporter
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Episode: Nicole Auerbach on covering the Olympics and Saving College Sports
Andrew Luck
Former NFL quarterback, GM of Stanford football
Stanford University
Episode: Andrew Luck on Developing QBs Today, Stanford’s Future, and More
Dane Brugler
Draft expert at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Draft Insights and Combine Preview with Dane Brugler
Cooper Manning
Father of Arch Manning and former college football player
Episode: Buy, Sell, Hold Revisited: SEC + Cooper Manning on Arch's First Year
Stewart Mandel
Contributor who may join later in the episode
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Episode: Round 2 Reactions: Huge Upsets and a Shutout
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Episode: Josh Pate on Becoming an Important Voice in College Football

Hosts

Bruce Feldman
Co-host, noted college football analyst, frequently drives the show's coaching and program analysis; often acts as the industry-insider perspective.
Stewart Mandel
Co-host and research-driven analyst with a broad national sports perspective; known for grounded, data-backed insights.
Ralph Russo
Co-host offering outsider/contrarian takes and AP-insider reporting; adds broad perspective and debate to the panel.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Hard to listen to now

    Ralph is just not a good add. In love with the sound of his own voice. At least Bruce mentions Miami sometimes

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Al golden’s binder
    United Statesa month ago
  • Was a good show

    This was a great podcast till this Ralph dude came on. Doesn’t like talking coaching changes, won’t go out on a limb at all, he just bup bup bup all the time. He is very ivory tower, & just wants to “grade” & criticize everyone else. When he didn’t have internet this show was great. Please get rid of this Ralph guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JSweatt04
    United States2 months ago
  • I Knew It!

    I used to listen to the AP podcast with Ralph. And he is so Alabama centric it’s not funny. It came towards the end of the most recent episode, but he just had to say something about Alabama.

    Hey Ralph, Saban is retired. Find a new team to pump up way beyond what they deserve.

    And hey, why use 20 words to describe something when you can use 100? Looking at you, Ralph.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Revans50
    United States2 months ago
  • New Bowls Polls and Tattered Souls

    Question for Stew,is there ever a chance you could make an updated version of Bowls Polls and Tattered Souls with CFB getting even more chaotic and weird and crazy?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cuse/ Office/Parks and Rec fan
    United States3 months ago
  • Get rid of Ralph ASAP

    We cannot state too strongly how much Ralph needs to go. He has made a good show literally unlistenable.

    Previous comments: I’m sorry to say that all of the commenters are correct. Ralph talks waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much. He bizarrely thinks he’s the star of the show. He is quirky to the point of infuriating. He ruins the balance and pace of every show. He has crazy takes — despite supposedly being a decades-long expert. He is highly irritating in many, many ways. He needs to go.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RussellSG1
    United States5 months ago

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Many fans note the chemistry and depth when all three are present, with some pushback on balance.
Listeners value the national perspective and insider context.
Criticism often targets Ralph's airtime and perceived over-arguing, which can feel polarizing to some listeners.

Chart Rankings

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#189
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#113
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Florida's New Identity, Thoughts on Dabo, and the Best QB Battles You're Not Talking About
Q: What stood out about the Coaches Association's stance on playoff expansion?
The hosts note that the Coaches Association published a thorough platform after the convention, supporting an expanded playoff while also highlighting practical considerations like ending the season earlier and possibly maintaining conference championship games; they also discuss potential economic incentives for programs to reach the playoff.
The latest on Brendan Sorsby, and where Texas Tech goes from here
Q: Where do things stand with the Brendan Sorsby case after the Monday update about rehab and NCAA involvement?
The outlook is not encouraging for Sorsby or Texas Tech; there is no definitive ruling yet, but reports indicate ongoing NCAA scrutiny and questions about whether his treatment and past gambling would affect eligibility.
Bruce and Ralph play a game of "Would You Rather"
Q: Which coach would have changed perception under a 12-team playoff, Brian Kelly or Clay Helton, and could a different format alter the historical narrative?
They explore how a longer playoff might have altered reputations, suggesting coaches like Clay Helton and early-career Brian Kelly could have benefited from added playoff opportunities, while acknowledging the complexities of evaluating eras across different playoff structures.
Bruce and Ralph play a game of "Would You Rather"
Q: Would you rather take Oklahoma or Ole Miss for upside given their recent seasons and injuries, and what does the defense or offense look like for the upcoming year?
The hosts edge Oklahoma for upside and defensive solidity, noting Brent Venables' system and new weapons, while acknowledging Ole Miss has potential buzz due to Chambliss but questions how the offense would perform without its headline players.
Bruce and Ralph play a game of "Would You Rather"
Q: If I say 35% chance, the schedule is a great argument given the experience that they have, and we both think Campbell's a really, really good coach. If I put the over under on percent chance, they make the playoff, what do you think?
We discuss how schedule strength and continuity could boost a team's playoff odds, with both suggesting that Michigan probably has the edge due to roster continuity and high-level playmakers, while Penn State could be a value pick if rosters and culture translate well.

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Listeners likely tune in for in-depth, national-level college football analysis with a candid, opinionated roundtable. Episodes cover coaching moves, playoff formats, NIL dynamics, realignment, and governance, often mixing breaking news with long-range trend analysis. A notable strength is the chemistry among three veterans who blend reporting, theory, and robust takes, occasionally prompting lively debate and humor that drives engagement for fans and industry watchers alike.

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