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The Hard Count is all things college football, for the people, by the people, and with the people. J.D. PicKell brings video analysis to you on a daily basis focused on the top teams across the country. This is a community for those who live and die by the events of Saturdays in the fall and into early January. The party rolls on.

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Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... Who are the top 10 quarterbacks in college football? J.D. revisits his top 10 signal callers from the preseason and updates his list heading into Week 9. Of course it's also a What's Being Missed Wednesda... more

Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... Prediction Tuesday! J.D. dives into all the top games of the Week 9 slate, breaking down the key matchups and picking a winner in Ohio State vs USC, Georgia vs Florida, and Clemson vs Florida State. Takin... more

Welcome to The Sunday Sprint, a collection of J.D.'s takes following Saturday's college football action that have been taken from the On3 YouTube channel and tailored for The Hard Count's podcast audience. Today on the sprint we react to the top game... more

Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... The Hard Count Huddle! Producer Kaiden Smith joins J.D. to talk about which teams we're looking at differently following some fascinating performances Saturday. Diving into Ohio State after losing QB Juli... more

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Recent Guests

George Whighster
College football commentator and host of the Unafraid Show
On3
Episode: College Football Teams I TRUST The Most…
Kaiden Smith
Producer of The Hard Count
Episode: What's Being MISSED Ahead Of CFB Week 6
Geoff Collins
Football coach
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Episode: It's Time For Florida State To Move On | What's Being Missed in Week 2? | Geoff Collins Joins the Show
Brooks Austin
Film Guy, NFL QB analysis expert
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Episode: People Are MISSING THIS Ahead Of Week 1 | Brooks Austin Talks Big Time QBs
Adnan Mitchell
Former college football analyst referenced on the show
Episode: These College Football Offenses Will Look DIFFERENT In 2026: Texas, Miami, Nebraska + Others
Jon Matier
Oklahoma quarterback, interviewed at media day
University of Oklahoma
Episode: What We LEARNED at SEC Media Days About Florida, Oklahoma, Alabama & MORE
Gunnar Stockton
Georgia quarterback, interviewed at media day
University of Georgia
Episode: What We LEARNED at SEC Media Days About Florida, Oklahoma, Alabama & MORE
Alex Golish
Offensive coordinator, discussed with Auburn comments
University of South Florida / Auburn context
Episode: What We LEARNED at SEC Media Days About Florida, Oklahoma, Alabama & MORE
Jon Sumrall
Florida head coach, discussed as SEC media days MVP
University of Florida
Episode: What We LEARNED at SEC Media Days About Florida, Oklahoma, Alabama & MORE

Host

J. D. PicKell
Host of The Hard Count, central figure guiding discussions and analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 436 ratings
  • Very solid content

    The Sunday sprint episode with the guest was awesome. I felt like I was chopping it up on the couch with the boys talking ball. Fun and balanced conversation. I would like just a bit more talk about the smaller guys. West Virginia, Michigan state, NC state, etc. Great job though. I’ll tune in more often.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brett42891
    United Statesa year ago
  • College football podcast

    Very good podcast lots of useful information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tj vrba
    United States2 years ago
  • Pate 2.0

    It’s Pate 2.0. He’s even now doing stuff “only for podcast” the way Pate does. Shannon Terry really does have a type and just goes above and beyond using it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BamaBarner17
    United States2 years ago
  • So much filler content

    Shows should be 30min max. So many silly analogies and filler content. Not for the serious CFB fans, another POD for the casuals

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NoleFan1123
    United States2 years ago
  • Bama hate

    Really get tired of all the Georgia and Texas love. You guys are circling those two teams and yeah Kaleb Deboer was a good coach at Washington, but he ain’t nothing now I guess. JD Baker you are now Clickbait like all the other wannabe Talking Heads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    opie52269
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show for solid, prep-driven content and a personable delivery.
Guests and sponsors are appreciated, though pacing feedback exists.
Some listeners want less filler and more focus on under-the-radar teams.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#188
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#26
Taiwan/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#149
Belgium/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What's Being MISSED Ahead Of CFB Week 6
Q: What do you make of this whole room right now? What do you make of the situation right now out there?
Smith says Tennessee's offense lacks a settled identity with its quarterback situation unresolved. He recommends starting George McIntyre against Arkansas and giving Faison Brandon a defined rushing package, especially in short-yardage situations.
What's Being MISSED Ahead Of CFB Week 6
Q: In terms of your most trusted team right now, rankings to the wayside, who is that for you at this point in time, brother?
Kaiden Smith picks Georgia, citing Kirby Smart's coaching, the team's physicality, strong rushing and defense, and its performance across multiple units.
College Football Teams I TRUST The Most…
Q: In your mind, George, what would it take for South Carolina to find a way to get it done?
Whighster says South Carolina must stop Florida's running game and find more offense, while Florida's success depends on running effectively to open up its passing attack.
College Football Teams I TRUST The Most…
Q: What do you make of this game, George? It's going to be a weird one on Friday night.
Whighster says Florida State's result could influence whether administrators invest further in Mike Norvell, while PicKell and Whighster differ on the likely winner. They discuss Florida State's need to get Deuce Robinson involved and Louisville's quarterback and running game.
Where Do These College Football Playoff CONTENDERS Stand
Q: What do you make of the Hurricanes? Good to win. Played it a little bit close to the sun for your liking with a Florida State outfit?
Smith says Miami's close win was understandable given the rivalry, rain and Florida State's strengths, and believes the experience could help Miami as its injured players return and younger players gain reps.

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A lively, analysis-driven show that covers college football with a fan-leaning, conversational style. Episodes typically center on quarterback narratives, preseason rankings, fall camps, and SEC/ACC storylines, often weaving in sponsor reads and community-driven perspectives. The host team blends scouting insight with playful banter, delivering rapid takes, data-driven projections, and real-world roster context that helps listeners decide what programs, players, and matchups to watch. A notable edge is the show's willingness to mix deep tactical discussion with pop culture moments and audience engagement, making it a go-to for passionate college football fans who want informed, opinionated takes in an approachable format.

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1. George Whighster
2. Kaiden Smith
3. Geoff Collins
4. Brooks Austin
5. Adnan Mitchell
6. Jon Matier
7. Gunnar Stockton
8. Alex Golish

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