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Ringer Tailgate
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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.
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Manning Passing Academy Buzz, 'EA Sports CFB 27' Ratings, and the Return of the Pac-12
Yesterday01:56:38Summary readyA 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
SummaryNBA Draft Reactions, Hallmark Movies, and the Life and Times of Ben Carson
1w ago01:36:06Summary readyIt’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
SummaryBrendan Sorsby’s Lawyer, Jeffrey Kessler, Joins. Plus, Collective Bargaining in CFB
2w ago02:09:27Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryThe Brendan Sorsby Decision and Sports Gambling, With Jay Bilas
3w ago01:58:18Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryEA Sports 'CFB 27' Cover and HOF Ballots. Plus, Is the Sport in Danger?
4w ago01:40:49Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryVery Early CFP Predictions, Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility, and Coach O’s LSU Return
May 2701:11:01Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryCFP Is Looking to Expand, and Joel Defends His Performance
May 2001:42:31Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryThe Future of UCLA Football With Bob Chesney
May 1300:46:02Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryDid the UCLA Spring Game Convince Joel to Move West? Plus, Trinidad Chambliss Considered LSU
May 601:14:33Summary readyTate, 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
SummaryDiego Pavia Goes Undrafted, and More NFL Draft Takeaways, Plus Gambling Addiction in CFB
Apr 2901:38:05Summary readyTate, 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
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