The Extra Point

NFL Draft from a CFB Perspective

It's the most wonderful crossover time of the year — the NFL Draft! Jacob and Daniel put their college football expertise to the test with a live alternating mock draft, making picks for all 32 teams in the first round. They break down who's a slam dunk, who the experts might be overthinking, and where positional value shakes up the board. Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel [https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel] Follow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnes [https://x.com/jacobkarnes] Subscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q] Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/] Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Website: theextrapointpod.com [http://theextrapointpod.com]

March Madness CFB Edition: Who's the Greatest College Football Playoff Team Ever?

It's March, which means brackets are everywhere. Jacob and Daniel decided to do their own: a 64-team tournament to crown the greatest College Football Playoff team of all time. Using Bill Connelly's SP+ rankings, they seeded all 64 teams that have competed in the CFP since 2014 and went region by region, picking winners and debating matchups along the way. From blowouts like 2020 Alabama over Tulane to toss-ups like 2019 LSU versus 2022 Georgia, the guys argue their way through hypothetical games, comparing eras, offensive firepower, and championship pedigree. Which teams made the Final Four? Who is the best CFP team of all time? And where did your favorite playoff team land in the bracket? Follow along with the visual bracket on social media and let them know where they got it wrong. Bill Connelly’s Ranking all 64 teams in College Football Playoff history: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42874905/ranking-every-team-college-football-playoff-history [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42874905/ranking-every-team-college-football-playoff-history] Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel [https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel] Follow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnes [https://x.com/jacobkarnes] Subscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q] Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/] Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Website: theextrapointpod.com [http://theextrapointpod.com] Chapters 00:00 March Madness and College Football Brackets03:57 The Alabama Region18:47 The Grab Bag Region39:27 The Region of Death59:50 The If's vs Did's Region01:14:20 Final Four Showdown: The Best of the Best01:18:38 Championship

State of College Football: The Good, The Bad, and The Future

College football is bigger than it's ever been, but is it better? Jacob and Daniel take stock of the sport in 2026, examining what's working, what's broken, and where things are headed. They discuss the explosive growth and TV ratings, the most entertaining on-field product in history, and why the sport still hasn't reached its full potential. The guys explore NIL and transfer portal chaos, the 12-team playoff's impact, conference realignment fallout, and the delicate balance between tradition and innovation. From scheduling philosophy and rivalry preservation to officiating improvements and rule changes they'd make tomorrow, this is a comprehensive look at where college football stands today. Plus: their warning about not taking diehard fans for granted, lessons from NASCAR's cautionary tale, and why uncertainty might actually lead to something great. Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel [https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel] Follow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnes [https://x.com/jacobkarnes] Subscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q] Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/theextrapointpod/] Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Website: theextrapointpod.com [http://theextrapointpod.com] Chapters 00:00 The State of College Football06:02 What We Love About College Football12:43 NIL and the Transfer Portal: A New Era28:31 Future Directions for College Football30:20 The Future of the College Football Playoff36:59 Proposed Changes to the College Football Schedule50:07 Officiating in College Football: Challenges and Solutions

Coaching Carousel Report Card: Grading Every Power 4 Hire

The coaching carousel has finally stopped spinning, and it's time to hand out report cards. Jacob and Daniel evaluate every Power 4 coaching change from the 2025-26 offseason, discussing fit, ceiling, and immediate impact potential. From Lane Kiffin's blockbuster move to LSU and Pete Golding's unique opportunity to coach Ole Miss in the playoff before officially taking over, to controversial hires and under-the-radar moves, the guys break down what each program got right (or wrong). They debate first-time head coaches versus proven veterans, analyze the coordinator-to-head-coach pipeline, and discuss which athletic directors nailed their decisions under pressure. The episode wraps with rapid-fire predictions: Who's most likely to win a national championship first? Who's getting fired first? And which new coach has the best shot at winning their conference in year one? Whether you love or hate these hires, this is the definitive breakdown of college football's busiest coaching offseason in years. Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel [https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel] Follow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnes [https://x.com/jacobkarnes] Subscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q] Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram: @TheExtraPointPod Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Website: theextrapointpod.com [http://theextrapointpod.com] Chapters 00:00 Coaching Carousel Overview02:45 SEC Coaching Changes05:37 Ole Miss and Pete Golding's Promotion08:17 Florida's Hiring of John Sombrall11:12 Auburn's New Head Coach Alex Golesh13:41 Arkansas's Hire of Ryan Silverfield16:28 Kentucky's Decision to Fire Mark Stoops19:02 Big Ten Coaching Changes21:34 Michigan's Hire of Kyle Whittingham24:31 Penn State's Hire of Matt Campbell35:20 Coaching Changes and Their Impacts46:18 Virginia Tech's Bold Move50:02 Stanford's New Direction56:25 Kansas State's Golden Child01:01:38 Iowa State's New Leadership

National Signing Day 2026: Top Recruiting Classes, NIL Strategies & Coaching Changes

Jacob Karnes and Daniel Hammock break down the 2026 college football recruiting cycle on National Signing Day. They analyze the top high school and transfer portal classes, discuss how NIL and revenue sharing are reshaping recruiting, and examine major coaching changes like Lane Kiffin's move to LSU and Matt Campbell bringing his Iowa State roster to Penn State. The duo also reflects on how early signing day and the transfer portal have diminished the traditional excitement of National Signing Day, while highlighting standout recruits like USC tight end Mark Bowman, Oregon safety Jet Washington, and Ohio State's Chris Henry Jr. Follow Daniel on X: https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel [https://x.com/DeepSouthDaniel] Follow Jacob on X: https://x.com/jacobkarnes [https://x.com/jacobkarnes] Subscribe to The Extra Point on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCalGwyunlQPiiEfiAiZPx9Q] Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram: @TheExtraPointPod Follow and Subscribe to The Extra Point on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Chapters 00:00 Kickoff to the 2026 Season02:54 The Evolution of National Signing Day05:29 Top Recruiting Classes and Surprises08:09 Talent Parity in College Football10:48 NIL and Transfer Portal Impact13:46 Coaching Changes and Their Effects16:30 Recruiting Strategies and Efficiency19:20 Future of College Football Recruiting