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Who Killed College Football?

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College Football
NCAA
Nick Saban
Television
Texas A&M University
Southern Methodist University
Amateurism
National Football League
NIL
Pac-12
Gambling
National Collegiate Athletics Association
Conference Realignment
NFL
ACC
Television Broadcasting
Oklahoma
ESPN
Streaming Services
SEC

College football has undergone radical, sometimes alarming changes in recent years, and this show explores the motives, history, and power behind six different suspects who have reshaped an American sport right before our eyes. Hosted by Steven Godfrey and Ryan Nanni.

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If you got to the end of this series and thought, “wait, the six suspects they listed failed to include [INSERT ENTITY HERE],” well, maybe this bonus episode will cover that exclusion! Steven and Ryan sit down to talk about how schools, players, and ... more

The epilogue may be out, but Steven and Ryan are not done reviewing questions submitted by the wise and learned paid subscribers to Who Killed College Football.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or ge... more

We’ve looked at six different parties who have shaped the direction of college football over the last fifty years (or longer): television, conferences, the NCAA, the NFL, coaches & agents, and the government. So now it’s time to ask a few tough quest... more

From Richard Nixon to the United States Senate to the Virginia Governor’s Office to the California Board of Regents to the Supreme Court of the United States, college football has been subject to grandstanding, criticism, and scrutiny at all levels o... more

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Recent Guests

R. Bowen Loftin
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Episode: Bonus Episode: Texas A&M President Emeritus R. Bowen Loftin
Doug Lay-Marise
Host of Kings of the North and sports reporter
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Keith Gill
Commissioner of the Sun Belt Conference
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Jim Delaney
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Larry Scott
Former Pac-12 Commissioner
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Mike Aresco
Former Big East Commissioner
Big East Conference
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Bowen Lofton
Former President of Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
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Hosts

Ryan Nanny
Co-creator and co-host with a focus on introducing topics and providing analysis.
Stephen Godfrey
Co-creator and co-host known for his insights into college football dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 294 ratings
  • More of this please!

    Loved this could listen to this all day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean Straus
    United Statesa year ago
  • Quality side and well explained logic and the fact the NCAA kept going with these cases is insane

    Podcast Addict
    5
    09 Listener
    a year ago
  • More narrative CFB podcasts

    I wish college football had more storytellers adept at tackling a nuanced topic like this and actually wanted to do so. It’s why SB Nation’s CFB coverage reigned supreme for those years. Hope they do more projects like this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesushomes
    United Statesa year ago
  • More!

    More not less!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laxerdude34
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtful and insightful

    I hope Ryan and Godfrey create more stuff like this 👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    debbiegwen
    United Statesa year ago

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Reviews highlight the show's ability to tackle nuanced topics and deliver engaging content that's both informative and thought-provoking, making it a valuable resource for fans interested in the complexities of college football's landscape.
Listeners appreciate the detailed research and narrative style, praising its insightful analysis of college football's evolution. Many express excitement for the show's unique storytelling approach and critical discussions that resonate with their passion for the sport.

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Bonus Episode: Government Q&A
Q: Do you feel the government was less the killer of college football, and more than it missed opportunities to be the savior?
Yes, there is a split opinion on the government's role, where inertia and inaction are seen as threats, while court rulings have been impactful.
Bonus Episode: NCAA Q&A
Q: What would a new solution look like for college football governance?
A new solution would likely require scrapping the NCAA and establishing a brand new structure to ensure compliance and cooperation among conferences, emphasizing a business-oriented approach.
Bonus Episode: NCAA Q&A
Q: Why doesn't the NCAA work as a governing body for college football?
The NCAA struggles due to its dual nature as both a regulatory body and a business, leading to conflicts of interest and challenges in maintaining authority.
Bonus Episode: Television Q&A
Q: With cable and carriage fees slowly dying, do networks think that charging more for a streaming platform for games can close the gap?
The ROI on new streaming platforms is not as lucrative; networks still have uncertainty on profitability compared to traditional cable.
Bonus Episode: Television Q&A
Q: What does it look like for the future of college football conferences if streaming and betting bubbles pop?
The betting side hasn't become a critical financial pipeline yet, and there are still regulatory concerns around gambling in college sports.

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