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Ringer Tailgate

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About the show

Welcome to Ringer Tailgate—the college football show where sharp analysis, wild banter, and just the right amount of chaos collide. Van Lathan, Joel Anderson, and Tate Frazier are your sideline squad for SEC showdowns, Big Ten brawls, West Coast weirdness, and everything in between. It’s your ultimate CFB hangout: smarter than your average fan forum, but way more fun than your coach’s press conference. New episodes drop every Wednesday, and you can catch the crew live on YouTube every Saturday evening throughout the season.

Newest episodes

The Only Two-Time Heisman Winner Is at the Tailgate. Then, Did the CFP Do Indiana Dirty?

Nov 12, 2026 2 hr 18 min

Tate, Joel, and Van welcome Archie Griffin to the show. Plus, Van saves something special for Big Van on “Campus.” (0:00) Intro (05:32) One Big Reaction (15:40) Story of the Week (38:49) One Big Guest (01:26:23) One Big Prediction (01:46:43) Big Van on Campus (02:01:33) Bracketology 101 Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Archie GriffinProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 10 Live Reactions: Miami–Notre Dame. No Toney, No Problem for the U?

Nov 8, 2026 2 hr 19 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Miami–Notre Dame game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CFP Released Their First Rankings! Plus, Another Firing in College Football

Nov 4, 2026 1 hr 46 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to Mike Norvell getting canned, and discuss whether Florida State is even a good job. Then, get ready for Bracketology 101. (0:00) Intro (05:26) One Big Reaction (19:13) One Big Firing (22:30) One Big Question (35:12) Story of the Week (45:38) One Big Prediction (01:21:07) Big Van on Campus (01:35:00) Bracketology 101 Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Only Two-Time Heisman Winner Is at the Tailgate. Then, Did the CFP Do Indiana Dirty?

Nov 12, 2026 2 hr 18 min

CFB Week 10 Live Reactions: Miami–Notre Dame. No Toney, No Problem for the U?

Nov 8, 2026 2 hr 19 min

The CFP Released Their First Rankings! Plus, Another Firing in College Football

Nov 4, 2026 1 hr 46 min

CFB Week 9 Live Reactions: Miami–North Carolina. Will Belichick Get His Signature Win?

Nov 1, 2026 2 hr 28 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Miami–North Carolina game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Job Opening Currently in CFB. Plus, Are Boosters Overstepping Nowadays?

Oct 28, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Tate, Joel, and Van play Start/Bench/Cut for the current job opening in college football. Then, Blind Rankings returns! For a few minutes, then quickly goes down the drain (0:00) Intro (09:25) One Big Reaction (37:36) Story of the Week (44:46) Take of the Week (50:50) One Big Prediction (01:11:08) Big Van on Campus (01:20:35) Blind Rankings (01:31:13) Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 8 Live Reactions: Ole Miss-Texas. Can Chambliss Close the Coffin on Texas's Season?

Oct 26, 2026 2 hr 37 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Ole Miss-Texas game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back-to-Back Weeks With a New No. 1! Plus, Raiola Redemption.

Oct 21, 2026 1 hr 43 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go over all the chaos that happened in wonky Week 7. Then they preview the biggest matchups of Week 8. (0:00) Intro (10:28) One Big Reaction (26:20) Story of the Week (34:09) Take of the Week (50:54) One Big Prediction (58:01) Favorite Other Matchup (01:15:01) Big Van on Campus (01:32:02) Joel's top five Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 7 Live Reactions: Notre Dame-BYU. Will ND Silence Their Doubters?

Oct 18, 2026 2 hr 8 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Notre Dame-BYU game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgia Is No. 1! And UCLA Won but Lost Its QB1.

Oct 14, 2026 1 hr 47 min

Tate, Joel, and Van talk about whether LSU is a Contender or Pretender. Then the guys get into the biggest matchups of this weekend. (0:00) Intro (10:10) One Big Reaction (18:01) Contender or Pretender (43:31) Story of the Week (51:07) One Big Prediction (01:19:21) Big Van on Campus (01:25:55) RIP to Blind Rankings ... maybe not Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 6 Live Reactions: Georgia-Alabama, Are These the Best Teams in the SEC?

Oct 11, 2026 2 hr 1 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Georgia-Alabama game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action.Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama-Georgia: Will the Winner Be Ranked the New No. 1? Plus, Matt Rhule Is in the DCU

Oct 7, 2026 2 hr 2 min

Tate, Joel, and Van compare Jeremiah Smith's season so far with DeVonta Smith's Heisman season. Then Billy leaves us with Joel's Diss List. (0:00) Intro (11:29) One Big Reaction (18:18) One Big Question (31:18) Story of the Week (44:11) Take of the Week (01:03:27) One Big Prediction (01:22:29) Blind rankings (01:34:57) Big Van on Campus (01:44:16) Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 5 Live Reactions: Miami-Clemson, Can the Canes Avoid the Upset at Clemson?

Oct 4, 2026 2 hr 7 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Miami-Clemson game. Plus, the guys react to the early college football action. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Alysha Tsuji, Michael Szokoli, and Oscar De la LuzAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UCLA a Contender for the CFP? Plus, Dylan Stewart Suspended

Sep 30, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Tate, Joel, and Van discuss their contenders or pretenders so far. Then Billy joins the guys and does the world-famous Joel's Blind Rankings (0:00) Intro (01:41) One big reaction (14:26) Contenders or Pretenders (42:10) One big question (51:59) Story of the week (01:01:49) Freaks of the week (01:32:49) Blind Rankings Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 4 Live Reactions: Oregon-USC, Lincoln or Lanning: Who Prevails?

Sep 27, 2026 1 hr 51 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the Oregon-USC game. The guys react to the early college football action as well.Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kiffin the Con Man? Plus, Riley or Lanning: Who Needs the Win on Saturday?

Sep 23, 2026 2 hr 15 min

Tate, Joel, and Van give their thoughts on the aftermath of LSU–Ole Miss. Is Pete Golding actually a good coach? Then the guys preview the big matchups of Week 4. (0:00) Intro (08:42) One big reaction (18:04) One big question (38:56) Narrative of the week (01:00:34) One big prediction (01:22:14) Big Van on Campus (01:34:31) Headlines of the week (01:49:36) Joel's blind rankings Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 3 Live Reactions: LSU-Ole Miss, Lane's Long Awaited Return

Sep 20, 2026 2 hr 3 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the fourth quarter of the LSU-Ole Miss game. The guys react to the early college football action as well.Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy GilScore big with Dr Pepper Tic Tac. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas: There's a New No. 1 in Town and Kiffin Returns to Ole Miss

Sep 16, 2026 2 hr 2 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to the AP Top 25 as Texas takes the top spot. Later in the show, the guys preview the top matchups of Week 3 headlined by Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss (0:00) Intro (09:45) One big reaction (17:22) One big question (36:24) Quote of the Week (48:04) One big prediction (01:05:57) Favorite other matchup (01:22:55) Big Van on Campus (01:39:51) Headlines of the week (01:51:47) Joel's blind rankings Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Week 2 Live Reactions: Ohio State–Texas, a Top-Five Matchup

Sep 13, 2026 1 hr 47 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the fourth quarter of the Ohio State–Texas game. The guys react to the early college football action as well. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias and Alysha TsujiAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil Score big with Dr Pepper Tic Tac. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Hosting No.1 Ohio State, and Could LSU Join the Monster League Soon?

Sep 9, 2026 1 hr 45 min

Tate, Joel, and Van are previewing the biggest games of Week 2, and Big Van on Campus returns with an epic list. (0:00) Intro (03:32) One big reaction (08:58) One big question (38:10) One big prediction (55:00) Favorite other matchup (01:08:57) Big Van on Campus (01:20:30) Headlines of the week (01:33:56) Joel's blind rankings Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tailgate Live Is Back! We're Reacting to Week 1

Sep 6, 2026 1 hr 38 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go live during the fourth quarter of the Clemson-LSU game. The guys react to the early college football action as well. Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Jeff Shearin Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cam Newton Becomes a Tailgater, and the Guys Are Ready for Week 1

Sep 2, 2026 2 hr 18 min

Tate, Joel, and Van are joined by Cam Newton to discuss his legendary college career. Then the guys react to UNC's upset victory over TCU. (0:00) Intro (05:49) Insta-Gaters (21:09) One Big Guest (Cam Newton) (01:08:54) One Big Reaction (Week 0) (01:32:54) One Big Question (01:54:54) Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Cam NewtonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/Tailgate The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Todd McShay Joins, and Week Zero Has Arrived

Aug 26, 2026 2 hr 28 min

Tate, Joel, and Van are joined by Todd McShay to discuss the biggest headlines heading into the college football season. Then the guys give their Week Zero predictions (0:00) Intro (16:10) One big guest (Todd McShay) (01:17:23) One big prediction (Week Zero) (01:31:09) Tailgate preseason awards (01:48:06) Headlines of the week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Todd McShayProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the AP Top 25 and Predicting Conference Winners

Aug 19, 2026 2 hr 7 min

Tate, Van, and Joel discuss Clemson being left out of the AP Top 25 and why Oregon is not number one. Plus, the guys pick their conference winners (including the Pac-12). Then they wrap up with the Headlines of the Week. (00:00) Intro (13:30) One Big Reaction (AP Top 25) (47:02) One Big Question (01:05:03) One Big Prediction (01:20:00) Overreaction of the Week (01:40:15) Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Freaks List Is Released, Best Week of the CFB Season, and Purdue's Comments

Aug 12, 2026 1 hr 50 min

Tate, Van, and Joel gear up as they break down The Athletic's annual "Freaks List" and then give their thoughts on which week of the CFB season will be the best (00:00) Intro (15:58) One Big Reaction (The "Freaks List") (47:06) One Big Question (59:20) Overreaction of the Week (01:09:20) Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coaches Poll Top 25 Reactions, Splashiest New Coaches, and the Protect College Sports Act

Aug 5, 2026 2 hr 7 min

Tate, Van, and Joel are closer than ever to the start of the 2026 CFB season (00:00) Intro (13:33) ALS challenge (22:35) Coaches Poll Top 25 reactions (42:31) New coaches, biggest splash (01:22:53) Akron offensive coordinator raffle (01:36:11) Top five headlines Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Very Special Listener “Tailbag” Episode

Jul 29, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Tate, Van, and Joel crack open the "Tailbag" (mailbag) to answer your most pressing college football questions. (05:37) Ultimate tailgate venues (12:11) CFB super league (17:07) A new playoff system (20:00) More respect for Pat White (25:44) Tailgate ‘Rewatchables’ pick (29:34) 'Year of the Bull' (33:30) Joel’s top cities to live in (36:02) Most attractive men (40:02) Joel has ADHD? (55:34) Lionel Richie invented "raise the roof"? Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Make your rise. Learn more about the MVP Bundle now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coaches on the Hot Seat, QB Rankings, and Is the SEC Leaving the NCAA?

Jul 22, 2026 1 hr 35 min

Tate, Joel, and Van dig into the top headlines as the college football offseason heads into the homestretch. (0:00) Intro (02:46) ALS challenge (29:34) Coaches on the hot seat (42:36) The SEC’s plan B (51:34) QB rankings (01:07:18) Michigan athletic director leaving (01:20:04) Lane Kiffin as Adonis (01:24:03) Who wore it better? Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Make your rise. Learn more about the MVP Bundle now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best CFB Players by Jersey Number. Plus, College Fantasy Football?!

Jul 15, 2026 1 hr 35 min

Tate, Joel, and Van take a break from the fútbol to talk through college football’s biggest story lines. (0:00) Intro (19:28) “Ho sh-t” or “no sh-t”? (48:42) Best players of all time by jersey number (01:06:04) College fantasy football (01:18:01) Big 12 and Monster Energy partnership (01:22:43) Brian Kelly on his Notre Dame exit Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Make your rise. Learn more about the MVP Bundle now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manning Passing Academy Buzz, 'EA Sports CFB 27' Ratings, and the Return of the Pac-12

Jul 1, 2026 1 hr 56 min

A week closer to the college season, Tate, Joel, and Van dig into the top headlines of the week before taking a holiday break. (0:00) Intro(15:45) Manning Passing Academy(32:14) Did John Mateer get too buff?(51:40) 'EA Sports CFB 27' ratings reveal(55:48) World Cup sh-t talk(01:09:38) Unfair expectations for Arch Manning last year?(01:21:04) CFL closes the door on Brendan Sorsby(01:25:54) Return of the Pac-12(01:40:42) Chris Johnson's ALS announcement(01:49:00) The white Lakers and LeBron leaving Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil Level up your season. Become an MVP Plus Member today. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Draft Reactions, Hallmark Movies, and the Life and Times of Ben Carson

Jun 24, 2026 1 hr 36 min

It’s the offseason (and a slower news week). The fellas hit on a variety of topics, so buckle up. (0:00) Intro (4:31) NBA draft reactions (23:00) Eva Longoria and Hallmark movies (41:46) The Stacey Dash and Ben Carson tangent (1:05:36) Brian Kelly calling games for CBS (1:07:25) Age-based eligibility (1:09:31) Lane Kiffin headed to the top? (1:11:42) QBs at Manning camp Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brendan Sorsby’s Lawyer, Jeffrey Kessler, Joins. Plus, Collective Bargaining in CFB

Jun 17, 2026 2 hr 9 min

Tate, Joel, and Van discuss Brendan Sorsby entering the NFL supplemental draft before welcoming his lawyer, Jeffrey Kessler, to help break down the developments. (0:00) Intro(10:26) Brendan Sorsby entering the NFL supplemental draft(28:38) Sorsby worth a first-round pick?(30:58) Jeffrey Kessler joins the show(01:21:23) Arch Manning returning to Texas in 2027?(01:23:47) Dabo Swinney on the state of CFB(01:31:10) SMU’s title chances(01:36:47) James Franklin’s vision(01:46:28) Army's football sponsorship(01:47:32) One Big Debate: Jalen Brunson and the salary cap Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Jeffrey KesslerProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Brendan Sorsby Decision and Sports Gambling, With Jay Bilas

Jun 10, 2026 1 hr 58 min

Tate, Joel, and Van welcome ESPN’s Jay Bilas to help break down what the Brendan Sorsby decision means for college athletics. (0:00) Intro(02:44) Did Sinbad invent "raise the roof"?(07:50) A Drake and Sauce Walka tangent(15:15) Wemby a dirty player?(18:21) Reactions to the Brendan Sorsby decision(43:26) Jay Bilas joins the show(01:20:24) Schools not playing Texas Tech?(01:26:53) Pat McAfee’s paycheck(01:30:34) Preseason rankings(01:37:58) Lincoln Riley on the hot seat?(01:42:39) Clemson ready to be back on top? Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Jay BilasProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EA Sports 'CFB 27' Cover and HOF Ballots. Plus, Is the Sport in Danger?

Jun 4, 2026 1 hr 40 min

Tate, Joel, and Van start the countdown to the college football season. (0:00) Intro (2:00) NBA Finals favorites (20:57) EA’s 'College Football 27' cover (27:30) Curt Cignetti: The sport is in danger (44:59) A political tangent (1:00:36) Texas Tech responds to Texas (1:06:10) 2027 HOF Ballot (1:11:23) USC’s Jayden Maiava (1:12:26) Paul Finebaum on Brendan Sorsby (1:16:24) Pete Golding on Lane Kiffin (1:19:41) NC State's international game moved (1:26:58) Beef of the Week: Joel vs. Jay-Z fans Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Oscar De La Luz, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Very Early CFP Predictions, Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility, and Coach O’s LSU Return

May 27, 2026 1 hr 11 min

Tate, Joel, and Van check in on some of the top headlines at this point in the college football offseason. (0:00) Intro (6:05) Way-too-early CFP predictions (24:37) Start/Bench/Cut (30:39) The Brendan Sorsby situation (39:08) Steve Sarkisian vs. Texas Tech (42:00) Coach Orgeron’s back at LSU (49:57) NBA playoffs Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFP Is Looking to Expand, and Joel Defends His Performance

May 20, 2026 1 hr 42 min

Tate, Joel, and Van are back to their normal programming to discuss the latest news around college football. Expansion seems to be looming, but what good does that do for players? Plus, Joel took time to discuss his performance at the UCLA practice facility.(0:00) Intro(08:00) Recapping UCLA facility footage(29:29) Story of the week: CFP expansion(45:30) Top five headlines of the weekHosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy GilThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Future of UCLA Football With Bob Chesney

May 13, 2026 46 min

Tate, Joel, and Van had full access at the Rose Bowl, where they caught up with Pac-12 legend T.J. Houshmandzadeh. Then they headed west to UCLA to catch up with Bob Chesney. (0:00) Intro (03:25) T.J. Houshmandzadeh interview (06:16) Houshmandzadeh on training players and UCLA's outlook (07:28) Houshmandzadeh's hair secrets (09:42) Bob Chesney interview (10:33) Chesney on how important it is to deliver at UCLA (13:12) Chesney on UCLA's recruiting class (17:40) Chesney on his mentors (27:30) Chesney on Nico Iamaleava Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Guests: T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Bob Chesney Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did the UCLA Spring Game Convince Joel to Move West? Plus, Trinidad Chambliss Considered LSU

May 6, 2026 1 hr 14 min

Tate, Joel, and Van are back together in Los Angeles. (0:00) Intro(03:15) One Big Reaction(15:22) UNC vs. Duke(21:10) Story of the Week(32:19) Top Five Headlines Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diego Pavia Goes Undrafted, and More NFL Draft Takeaways, Plus Gambling Addiction in CFB

Apr 29, 2026 1 hr 38 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to the aftermath of the 2026 NFL draft. (0:00) Intro(3:00) Jokic vs. Olajuwon(34:30) One Big Reaction(01:09:40) Story of the Week(01:20:56) Top Five Headlines Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Alysha Tsuji, and Jonathan FriasAdditional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons Joins the Show, Plus a 2026 NFL Draft Preview

Apr 22, 2026 1 hr 40 min

Bill joins Tate, Joel, and Van to kick off the show before the fellas dig into the top storylines of the 2026 NFL draft. (0:00) Bill Simmons joins the show(11:04) Bill’s NFL draft take(20:53) Fernando Mendoza’s dad vs. Billy Gil(35:12) Joel’s Big Board 2.0(01:05:32) Joel Story Time(01:19:46) Top Five Headlines Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Bill SimmonsProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Bellamy and Rebooting the Booty Call, Plus the Russini-Vrabel Situation

Apr 15, 2026 2 hr 2 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to Dianna Russini’s resignation and Mike Vrabel’s consequences, or lack thereof. Then comedian Bill Bellamy raises the roof and joins the fellas on the show. (0:00) Intro (9:50) New CFP logo (12:46) Ethics, journalism, and Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel (29:29) Bill Bellamy joins the show (01:18:03) Top Five Headlines of the Week Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Guest: Bill Bellamy Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr., Alysha Tsuji, and Jonathan Frias Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan and the New Era of College Basketball, Plus Joel’s NFL Draft Big Board

Apr 8, 2026 1 hr 59 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to the University of Michigan’s historic tournament run before Joel reveals his big board. Plus, a new segment: Ho Shit or No Shit? (0:00) Intro (25:24) One Big Reaction: Michigan winning it all (45:06) Van’s TED Talk (53:33) Joel’s NFL draft big board (01:10:22) Ho Shit or No Shit? (01:48:37) Overreaction of the Week: Tussling Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CFB Headlines and a Final Four Preview With Clark Kellogg

Apr 1, 2026 2 hr 0 min

Tate, Van, and Billy gang up on Joel before welcoming college basketball analyst Clark Kellogg to break down the Final Four matchups. (0:00) Raising the roof (12:55) Jay-Z and regional rap (39:10) Clark Kellogg joins the show (01:11:36) CFB offseason headlines Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Guest: Clark Kellogg Producers: Alysha Tsuji, Donnie Beacham Jr., and Jonathan Frias Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

South Carolina Legend Marcus Lattimore Shares How Football Shaped His Life. Then, a Tailgate Race Sparks Combine Hype

Mar 25, 2026 1 hr 42 min

Tate, Joel, and Van react to the firing of Hubert Davis and give their thoughts on potential candidates for North Carolina. Then, Marcus Lattimore shares how football impacted his life and discusses the aftermath of his injury.(0:00) Intro(10:29) Billy racing the Freeze(30:10) Tate reacts to the Hubert Davis firing(45:42) Marcus Lattimore InterviewHosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonGuest: Marcus LattimoreProducers: Alysha Tsuji, Donnie Beacham Jr., and Jonathan FriasAdditional Production Support: Billy GilThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

March Madness Takeover Begins

Mar 18, 2026 1 hr 10 min

Tate, Joel, and Van go full-court press on the NCAA men's basketball tournament.(0:00) Intro(15:47) The NCAA tournament begins(26:01) The 1-seed in the best position(53:20) National championship picksHosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy GilThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Offseason Grab Bag: Bam’s 83 Points, USA Baseball in Crisis, and Sherrone Moore Update

Mar 11, 2026 1 hr 39 min

Tate, Joel, and Van dip into the offseason grab bag for a mix of topics around the sports world. (0:00) Intro (6:09) Bam Adebayo’s 83 points (40:23) USA Baseball in the WBC (1:05:12) Target boycott (1:15:15) Matt Patricia gets paid (1:17:23) Sherrone Moore update (1:23:27) Parker Livingstone explains his transfer (1:25:40) Brian Kelly on Lane Kiffin and LSU Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breakout Performers: Who Won the NFL Combine?

Mar 5, 2026 1 hr 27 min

Tate, Joel, and Van take a look back at the 2026 NFL combine and other college football headlines. (0:00) Intro (4:25) Sonny Styles's combine workout (17:12) Who won the combine? (21:50) Joel disses the world? (43:14) Joel’s Beyoncé story (46:55) Van’s dad’s Halle Berry story (50:50) Top QBs (54:03) Sneaky underdog QBs (59:07) A Fernando Mendoza question (1:14:35) NIL tax breaks in Mississippi Hosts: Tate Frazier, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump’s Sit-Down With Josh Pate, NFL Combine Preview, and Big Ten vs. SEC

Feb 26, 2026 1 hr 43 min

The college football offseason continues, but Tate, Joel, and Van are here to get you through it. (0:00) Intro (12:18) Josh Pate’s Donald Trump interview (56:16) NFL combine preview (01:04:25) Orlovsky’s ominous Mendoza tweet (01:14:16) Big Ten vs. SEC (01:25:54) Top five headlines Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Van Lathan and Joel Anderson Producers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chambliss Returns, Praying on Michael Jordan’s Downfall, and Headlines of the Week

Feb 18, 2026 1 hr 31 min

Tate, Joel, and Van help get you through the dog days of the college football offseason.(0:00) Intro(11:23) Trinidad Chambliss returns(30:39) Deuce Knight having to wait(33:37) Joe Judge and fatherhood(37:06) Belichick’s new starter at UNC(52:50) Headlines of the WeekHost: Tate FrazierGuests: Van Lathan and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy GilThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College Pipelines on Display at Super Bowl LX

Feb 11, 2026 1 hr 32 min

Tate, Joel, and Van break down their biggest takeaways from Super Bowl Sunday, including which college football programs benefited the most from the big game. The guys also react to Kirk Herbstreit’s comments about college football potentially needing to break away and what that could mean for the sport moving forward. (0:00) Intro(01:50) One Big Reaction(39:25) One Big Question(56:15) Overreaction of the Week(01:06:53) Big Van on Campus Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Van Lathan and Joel AndersonProducers: Alysha Tsuji, Jonathan Frias, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Offseason: National Signing Day, Deion’s Fines, and Senior Bowl Recap

Feb 4, 2026 1 hr 22 min

The offseason is here! Tate, Joel, and Van are here to guide you through what’s already turning out to be an active offseason. (0:00) Intro(20:23) National signing day(35:27) Deion Sanders fining players(46:25) Senior Bowl reactions(58:10) Lane Kiffin’s MAGA tweet Host: Tate FrazierGuests: Van Lathan and Joel AndersonProducers: Jonathan Frias, Alysha Tsuji, and Donnie Beacham Jr.Additional Production Support: Billy Gil The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Created by: The Ringer
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 12, 2026
Episodes: 95
Release period: Several times a week
Avg. episode length: 1 hr 41 min
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Language: English

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