The Best Week of College Football in 2026? - TPF Mailbag 6/4

Memphis QB Marcus Stokes on Early Adversity, Choosing Memphis Football, and CFP Expectations

College Football's fastest-rising analyst William Patteson is joined by West Florida transfer and Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes as TPF’s “Summer Interview Series” rolls on. Patteson begins the show by asking Stokes how he got into football, and how he dealt with adversity from the public eye at such a young age. The duo then pivots through Stokes’ journey to Memphis, discussing the decision to choose West Florida after being committed to the University of Florida, what he learned during his time with the Argonauts, and how he landed at Memphis. Stokes recalls how he remembered coach Charles Huff’s departure from Marshall to Southern Miss from years prior, in which he took a number of players with him, and how that sense of loyalty was valuable to him. Memphis added a number of transfers this offseason as well, following the hiring of Huff in December, and Stokes detailed how he has tried to lead by example as the quarterback despite all the new faces. As things wind down, Patteson and Stokes discuss what life is like in Memphis, his passion for making music, and this season’s expectations: a College Football Playoff Follow The PatteFacts: A College Football Show wherever you get your content! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts [https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts] X/Twitter: https://x.com/ThePatteFacts [https://x.com/ThePatteFacts]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1]  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589]

Colorado LB Gideon ESPN Lampron on Coach Prime, His Unique College Football Journey, and Why "ESPN" Is His Middle Name

College Football's fastest-rising analyst William Patteson is joined by Bowling Green transfer and Colorado linebacker Gideon ESPN Lampron in his first “Summer Interview Series” Podcast. Patteson begins the show by asking Lampron the REAL story about how “ESPN” ended up being his middle name. The duo the pivots through Lampron’s journey to Colorado, discussing the decision to choose his position out of high school, what he learned during his time at Dayton, and how he landed at Bowling Green. Lampron details the uncertainties in College Football of committing to a school only to have your coach leave months later, which is what happened once he became a Falcon. The transfer portal and NIL dominate college football these days, and the two discuss what that looked like for one of the nation’s most highly-coveted recruits, including a never-told story of how Lampron met coach Deion Sanders in the airport. As things wind down, Patteson and Lampron discuss what life is like in Colorado, this season’s expectations, and what Lampron does during his free time. Follow The PatteFacts: A College Football Show wherever you get your content! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts [https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts] X/Twitter: https://x.com/ThePatteFacts [https://x.com/ThePatteFacts]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1]  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589]

The Best Week of College Football in 2026? - TPF Mailbag 6/4

College Football's fastest-rising analyst William Patteson answers questions from fans in his first “TPF Mailbag Podcast.” Patteson takes a number of questions and begins the show by answering which week from the College Football season is the best, and he tells listeners to “circle November 7, 2026” on their calendars. He also reveals which team he currently favors in the highly-anticipated return for Lane Kiffin in LSU vs. Ole Miss. Patteson also answers whether he believes that Louisville has the tools to win the ACC Championship and make the College Football Playoff. In a two-part question, he answers whether LSU and Alabama will go over their win totals, and if Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed will win the Heisman Trophy. Tennessee’s quarterback battle is one of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason, and Patteson delivers his inside information for who he favors heading into the summer. He wraps the episode by answering his SEC sleeper team, and he makes a strong argument for the Kentucky Wildcats under first-year head coach Will Stein.  Follow The PatteFacts: A College Football Show wherever you get your content! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts [https://www.instagram.com/thepattefacts] X/Twitter: https://x.com/ThePatteFacts [https://x.com/ThePatteFacts]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1 [https://open.spotify.com/show/19It1auDbpFA0QwcphDZfd?si=6e532676279644e1]  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pattefacts-a-college-football-show/id1630719589]

Post-Spring College Football Top 25 for the 2026 Season

College Football's fastest-rising analyst William Patteson ranks his Top 25 teams in College Football following the end of Spring Practice. He reveals which team he has at #1 heading into next season while debating how to stack the "elite" and "fringe elite" teams like Ohio State, Oregon, Notre Dame, Miami, and Georgia. He breaks down his decision to place Curt Cignetti and Indiana inside the top six a year after shocking the country by winning the National Championship. Patteson reveals Arch Manning and Texas’ place inside his rankings and whether Oklahoma joins them inside his Top 10. Michigan is entering a new era with Kyle Whittingham in charge of the Bryce Underwood-led Wolverines but what questions does Patteson have for them and others? Patteson also lists the teams "on the cut" of the Top 25.

Ep. 137: College Football Playoff First Round Takeaways

The College Football Playoff First Round provided big time matchups and lopsided finals. Regardless, William Patteson is here with his takeaways. Patteson kicks things off detailing how Oklahoma collapsed after jumping out to a 17-0 lead against Alabama, and how the Tide turned things offensively.  Next, Miami escapes Texas A&M behind a strong defensive showing from the Hurricanes on a windy day in College Station.  Later, Ole Miss’s 41-10 win over Tulane showcased a “No Kiffin, No Problem” offense, but the defense and a key injury are something to watch for.  Finally, Oregon’s 51-34 win over James Madison was not as close as the score may have indicated. Final Thoughts: What needs to change with the College Football Playoff