Tailgate on the Quad

Brendan Sorsby, NCAA Chaos, and Pac-12 Logo History

College football is dead, Ciarnan & Kev are just here for the eulogy. They blame Brendan Sorsby after his punishment was reduced from stripped eligibility to a two game suspension, discussing the fallout, NCAA gambling policies, and whether the organization has any idea how to handle sports betting in 2026. They also react to rumors that some programs may be reluctant to schedule Texas Tech moving forward and debate whether the NCAA is creating more problems than it's solving. They also discuss Nick Saban calling on Congress to help save college football, Mike Leach landing on the College Football Hall of Fame ballot, Virginia Tech receiving a massive $75 million donation, North Dakota getting caught tampering in one of the dumbest ways imaginable, UCLA's Karson Gordon entering the transfer portal as a track athlete, and Virginia vs. NC State being moved from Brazil back to Charlottesville. Then it's time for another logo history deep dive, this time covering the Pac-12... or what's left of it. From iconic mascots and forgotten classics to unnecessary gradients, questionable redesigns, and some surprisingly great branding decisions, the guys break down every school's logo history and debate which programs got it right and which completely missed the mark. College football chaos, NCAA controversy, transfer portal nonsense, Pac-12 logo history, and plenty of hot takes. It's all here.   Check out our socials: https://linktr.ee/QuadGate [https://linktr.ee/QuadGate] 00:00 Discussing team chances in tournament 04:39 NCAA tampering violation incident 06:36 NCAA transfer portal loophole 10:35 Letting Franklin go 15:12 Nick Saban's political involvement 16:58 Criticism of NCAA governance 22:21 Questioning NCAA integrity 23:52 Discussing gambling and its implications 28:07 College sports controversy response 33:50 Discussing NCAA's waning influence 37:30 Discussing retro design elements 40:23 Describing the beaver illustration 42:02 Choosing a Boise State logo 46:56 Funny colorblind moment in podcast 49:45 Discussing Texas State's Logo Changes 54:42 Writing about top quarterbacks 56:41 Wrapping up and checking in

Rule Changes, SEC Secession, and Big 12 Logos

This week, Ciarnan and Kev are breaking down some of the wildest stories in sports. Starting off with the NCAA denying Brendan Sorsby reinstatement request, as the duo discusses if league rules need adjusting to match the current state of gambling laws. The two then turn to Ed Orgeron returing to Lane Kiffin's staff at LSU with all the hilarious way that could go wrong, and discuss the SEC potentially seceding from the NCAA (apparently they did not learn their lesson the first time). The boys also break down the Protect College Sports Act, as well as the NCAA's continued investigation into age based eligibility requirements, before diving into the history of Big 12 logos! From anthropomorphic birds hitting the town to overdesigns all the way to way too minimalism, they have it all in one of the strongest showings of conference logos so far.   00:00 Breaking university rules and consequences 07:16 Betting on unrelated sports events 15:33 Discussing college sports legislation 21:14 Future of the NCAA system 22:07 SEC's competitive advantage 29:55 SEC ends cupcake week tradition 38:25 Discussing logo design details 40:05 Choosing a BYU logo design 45:58 Discussing changes in team logos 53:08 Preparing for a night out 55:46 Designing the logo's balance

ACC Logos and the SEC's Checkered Past

College football is already spiraling into chaos again, and Kevin and Ciarnan are here to break down all of it. This week, the guys dive into the latest offseason drama, including Michigan’s costly athletic department investigation, what Matt Campbell’s arrival means for Penn State, and what Drew Allar’s move to the Pittsburgh Steelers says about James Franklin’s quarterback development track record. They also unpack Notre Dame’s renewed relationship with the ACC after another playoff controversy, leading to a passionate rant about the Irish refusing to fully join a conference despite constantly benefiting from one. Plus, reactions to Lane Kiffin stirring up SEC discourse once again and the rivalry drama already building for next season. Then the conversation shifts into a full ACC logo history deep dive. From classic map-inspired conference branding to cursed mascots and questionable redesigns, Kevin and Ciarnan debate which ACC logos stand the test of time and which schools completely missed the mark. Wake Forest, Clemson, Notre Dame, and more all end up under the microscope as the hot takes start flying.  00:00 Michigan athletic department scandals 06:47 Coaching quarterbacks' style preferences 11:12 Penn State's future expectations 19:54 ACC vs Notre Dame playoff tensions 23:13 Talking about escalated conflicts 31:20 Archie Manning on Ole Miss changes 35:24 Comparing eagle logo designs 41:27 Choosing the best design option 45:07 Discussing favorite sports logos 50:37 Logo updates and color choices 58:54 Discussing color preferences 01:01:30 Walking away from the conflict

Dabo Doubles Down, Brian Kelly Uses AI, & Big Ten Logos

College football is getting stranger by the week, and Ciarnan and Kev are here to break it all down. This week, the guys dive into the latest chaos around the sport, including playoff expansion debates, Dabo Swinney’s recruiting philosophy, Brian Kelly reportedly using AI in his job search, and why international college football games somehow became a real thing. They also react to the Big Ten Conference continuing to dominate financially, plus candid comments from coaches about quarterbacks Drew Allar and Fernando Mendoza. Then the conversation turns into a full-on Big Ten logo history deep dive. From iconic block letter brands to cursed redesigns, forgotten mascots, and legendary logo eras, the guys break down what works, what absolutely doesn’t, and why some schools refuse to leave the 1990s behind. Featuring discussions on the infamous “Sun Dodger,” Maryland’s buff turtle, and some unoriginality from programs (looking at you Michigan).     00:00 Discussion on conference championships 07:10 Coach sticking to traditional values 10:59 Joking about Brian Kelly interviews 19:57 Discussing an NFL player's growth 23:46 Discussing Aaron Rodgers' mentorship potential 28:20 College sports and player payments 37:30 Admiring the turtle shield design 41:12 Following Nebraska branding guidelines 43:42 Discussing Ohio State logo designs 51:12 Considering trademark designs 55:37 Art deco design appreciation 01:01:50 Oregon's old Disney-inspired logo 01:07:02 Planning the intro for next year

What Happened to College Football? + The Evolution of SEC Logos

College football had another chaotic week, and Ciarnan and Kev are here to break it all down. The guys dive into Paige Shiver’s first public comments since the Sherrone Moore scandal, Brennan Sorsby entering rehab for gambling addiction, and C.J. Bailey facing backlash over shady Instagram promotions, unpacking what these headlines say about the current state of the sport. Then they shift gears and take a look at the evolution of SEC football logos, breaking down how each program’s branding has changed over the years, which logos stood the test of time, and which ones missed the mark. From scandals and NIL-era chaos to classic SEC branding, this episode covers the drama, history, and personality that make college football impossible to ignore.   00:00 Paige Shiver's interview highlights 09:35 Luther Davis' fraud scheme 14:12 Talking about baseball betting issues 18:09 Will Jameson Williams lawsuit 25:21 Discussing NFL draft predictions 32:19 Discussing Alabama sports logos 38:04 Describing the pokeball look 41:00 Wildcat situation at Kentucky campus 49:07 Ole Miss logo discussion 51:09 Discussing unique school logos 55:38 Critiquing Texas A&M Logo 01:03:00 Discussing SEC logos