CFP Is Looking to Expand, and Joel Defends His Performance

CFP Is Looking to Expand, and Joel Defends His Performance

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 week 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 [https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan] to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

The Future of UCLA Football With Bob Chesney

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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

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 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 [http://www.rg-help.com] to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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

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 Anderson 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 [http://www.rg-help.com] to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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

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 Anderson Guest: Bill Simmons 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 [http://www.rg-help.com] to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]