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Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans. On the On3 Network. For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com

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Crain and Cone share each of their three biggest headlines ahead of the college football season.

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For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com

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1:30 GOOOOOLESH: Auburn Starts 5-0

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Ari Wasserman joins Crain & Cone on Thursday to preview and break down the upcoming season for Penn State, with the Nittany Lions going into year one under Matt Campbell.

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Crain & Cone decide on their guarantees for the upcoming college football season.

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1st Phorm: 1stphorm.com/BOOSTER

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For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com

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Crain & Cone break down their top-five biggest, most-consequential football games this season in the Big Ten

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4:14 5. Oregon vs. USC

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Recent Guests

Malik Zaire
Former Notre Dame quarterback
Notre Dame
Episode: Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football 2026 Season Preview with Malik Zaire
Sean Callahan
HuskerOnline On3, season preview guest
HuskerOnline On3
Episode: Nebraska Cornhuskers Football 2026 Season Preview with HuskerOnline's Sean Callahan
Gabe Ikard
Former Oklahoma All-American center; guest on Crain & Cone
Oklahoma Breakdown
Episode: Oklahoma Sooners Football 2026 Season Preview with The Oklahoma Breakdown’s Gabe Ikard
Jack DeLongchamps
D1 Baseball analyst who discussed the bracket reveal
D1Baseball
Episode: College Baseball BRACKET Breakdown with D1Baseball | NCAA Regionals Preview and Predictions
Paul Finebaum
Media personality, host of Paul Finebaum Show
ESPN/SEC Network
Episode: "24-Team Playoff Is HAPPENING" | Paul Finebaum on CFP Expansion, Lane Kiffin, and Alabama
Dan Casey
Coach and author of Trends in Offensive Football
Author, Trends in Offensive Football
Episode: College Football's TOP-5 PLAYCALLERS for 2026 | With Coach Dan Casey
Bryan Driscoll
Notre Dame analyst; founder of Irish Breakdown
Irish Breakdown
Episode: Notre Dame SPRING GAME REACTION | With Irish Breakdown's Bryan Driskell
J. D. PicKell
College football analyst and guest
On3
Episode: Ohio State Buckeyes SPRING GAME REACTION | With J.D. PicKell
Mike Singer
Notre Dame recruiting analyst for blueandgold.com
Blue & Gold / Rivals
Episode: “This Notre Dame Team is LOADED” | Spring Practice INTEL With Blue & Gold’s Mike Singer

Hosts

David Cone
Host of the show; former college quarterback with background in athlete-turned-analyst storytelling.
Blain Crain
Co-host; former Western State Colorado wide receiver; known for sharp takes and chemistry with peers.
Jake Crain
Co-host; former college athlete; strong narrative voice and platform presence.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Awesome show

    Love the show. Would love to see you guys do more hockey.

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    5
    29HAMILTONWroteTheOther51
    Canada3 months ago
  • Less Sports and More Commercials

    Old format was better. I was definitely telling people about this show for years. This new format with On3 is a 23 minute episode that is 8 minutes of commercials so it’s like 15 minutes of sports. I get it’s not college football season, but this isn’t even the dead season for sports yet. Hope they can find some footing. I will gladly come back and give it five stars if the show improves.

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    1
    pwnplaysgames
    United States3 months ago
  • More sports please

    Really like you guys, but unfortunately I’ve stopped listening the last year or so because it’s only college sports. Wish you talked more about the NFL and NBA, even MLB..

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Drummer4uva72894
    United States5 months ago
  • Solid Sports Show

    It’s a great sports show overall and they are now purely college football which is fine. I liked when they covered the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, and other sports when they were part of DW. Still a great show and I will continue to listen to them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    boyroney
    United States5 months ago
  • Miss The Old Show

    College football is the GOAT, no question. But I really miss the content about the NFL, MLB, College Basketball, the Masters, etc. they clearly pivoted to be only college football, and it’s a bummer

    Apple Podcasts
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    spspspspspspspsspsps
    United States5 months ago

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Chemistry among hosts is a key strength, with engaging banter and expert takes.
Listener interest in deep dives into playcalling and coaching changes is high.
Guests are consistently credible and add valuable context to debates about rosters and schemes.
Many fans appreciate balance of humor with serious football analysis, though some want broader sport coverage.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Georgia Bulldogs Football 2026 Season Preview with On3's Rusty Mansell
Q: Coney, what does the schedule look like and how does it set up the team this year?
Rusty and the hosts walk through a schedule that starts with a mix of non-conference and SEC opponents, with potential early tests but a path that could help the defense and Gunnar Stockton settle in, followed by tougher games that will reveal the team's depth and ceiling.
Alabama Football 2026 Season Preview with Josh Pate
Q: What could signal progress or risk as the season unfolds?
Key indicators would be the effectiveness of the run game, the efficiency of the RPO integration, and whether the QB transition solidifies into consistent high-end play by September and November.
Alabama Football 2026 Season Preview with Josh Pate
Q: Can you forecast Alabama's record with the current QB competition and schedule?
The hosts lean toward nine or perhaps ten wins, acknowledging the back-loaded schedule and the need for strong QB play and run game support to achieve higher outcomes, while noting potential volatility in early weeks.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football 2026 Season Preview with Josh Pate
Q: Is Julian Sayin a top three quarterback in college football in your eyes right now?
The judgment is nuanced; while Sayin has elite physical ability, concerns about toughness and consistency mean the panel would not lock him into a top-three slot entering the season, though potential remains high if development accelerates.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football 2026 Season Preview with Josh Pate
Q: Is nine and three a possibility for Ohio State here, like a legit possibility on a really good team?
Yes, it is absolutely possible given the tough schedule; the Big Ten depth and the path through marquee games provide a realistic chance for nine wins, though there are risks with personnel and consistency.

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What is Crain & Cone about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, humor-infused college football analysis show led by three former college athletes who dissect rosters, coaching moves, and big game matchups with a fan-friendly banter style. Episodes typically blend tactical breakdowns, play-calling insights, and season previews, often featuring guest analysts from major college programs or national outlets. Sponsorships are woven into the banter, keeping a casual, sponsor-friendly rhythm. The format favors deep dives into SEC and national college football topics, with quick takes, rankings debates, and practical coaching/strategy angles that appeal to serious fans and industry players alike. The show's strengths lie in chemistry among the hosts, strong guest lineups, and accessible, entertaining... more

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2. Sean Callahan
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5. Paul Finebaum
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