Cover 3 College Football

Bud Elliott and Andrew Cherico of Knights247 preview UCF’s 2026 season.

They discuss Scott Frost entering year two back in Orlando, the expectations facing the Knights, and whether a favorable schedule could help UCF emerge as a contender in the Big 12. Plus, a look at the roster, key players, and what success looks like in 2026.

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UCF Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/ucf/

(0:00) Vibes in Orlando

(0:50) Scott Frost

(2:40) Quarterbacks

(4:40) Running Backs

(7:13) Wide Receivers

(8:40) Offensive Line

(12:20) Defensive Line

(14:28) Linebackers

(16:14) Secondary

(19:44) Schedule Breakdown

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The 'Cover 3 College Football' Podcast is the perfect call for any die-hard fan. Join hosts Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli, Danny Kanell and Bud Elliott as they take you from National Signing Day to the national championship with in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz and previews each weekend with against-the-spread locks. From coaching searches to quarterback battles and everything in between, Cover 3 has it locked down.

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Bud Elliott talks with Josh Callaway of Sooners Illustrated to preview Oklahoma’s 2026 season. They discuss the pressure facing Brent Venables, the return of quarterback John Mateer, and just how high Oklahoma’s ceiling could be in 2026. Plus, a look at the Sooners’ biggest strengths, concerns, and expectations heading into another season in the SEC.

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Oklahoma Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/oklahoma/

(0:00) Vibes in Norman
(1:00) Coaching
(3:39) John Mateer
(7:27) Offensive Line
(9:40) Wide Receivers
(12:45) Running Backs
(18:00) 2026 Defense
(21:40) Schedule Breakdown
(25:00) Pressure on Venables

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The 'Cover 3 College Football' Podcast is the perfect call for any die-hard fan. Join hosts Chip Patterson, Tom Fornelli, Danny Kanell and Bud Elliott as they take you from National Signing Day to the national championship with in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in the sport. Cover 3 offers insider insight on the hottest topics in college football, tells you who is creating a buzz and previews each weekend with against-the-spread locks. From coaching searches to quarterback battles and everything in between, Cover 3 has it locked down.

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Bud Elliott sits down with David Lake of InsideTheU to preview Miami’s  2026 season.

Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/miami/ 

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:00:50) - Vibe Heading Into 2026

(00:03:00) - Returning Coaches 

(00:04:30) - Darian Mensah

(00:07:30) - Offensive Line  

(00:12:10) - Wide Receivers

(00:15:30) - Running Backs 

(00:18:40) - Defensive Front 

(00:23:45) - Secondary 

(00:27:30) - Cristobal’s Analytics  

(00:30:30) - Backups

(00:32:15) - Schedule Breakdown 

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The Cover 3 crew is back and they're running through head coach rankings for the power four conferences. The guys will also discuss the latest from SEC Spring Meetings, update the Brendan Sorsby situation, and much more!

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(00:00) Intro

(3:00) Brendan Sorsby Latest

(9:45) SEC Spring Meetings

(29:53) Danny’s Advise For An FSU Visit

(33:40) Which Coach Would You Let Date Your Daughter?

(25:19) CFB Head Coach Rankings

(47:29) Agreements and Disagreements In Coach Rankings

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Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 

Visit ⁠the betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college football⁠.

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Bud Elliott sits down with Tyler Komis of 247Sports to preview Ole Miss’ 2026 season.

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Ole Miss Team Site: https://247sports.com/college/ole-miss/

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(00:00) Intro 

(00:36) Look Back At Last Season

(1:27) Pete Golding Compared To Lane Kiffin

(3:10) Offensive Scheme

(3:44) QB Trinidad Chambliss

(5:57) Kewan Lacy / Other Running Backs

(7:52) Wide Receivers / Tight Ends

(9:48) Offensive Line

(11:50) Under-The-Radar Player On Offense

(13:25) Defense This Season vs Last Season

(14:24) Defensive Line

(16:55) Linebackers

(18:12) Secondary

(19:30) Will Echoles Jr

(20:33) Schedule Breakdown

Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 

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Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/cover3⁠

Follow our hosts on Twitter: ⁠@Chip_Patterson⁠, ⁠@TomFornelli⁠, ⁠@DannyKanell⁠, ⁠@BudElliott3⁠

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