April 30, 2025 · 66 min
Segment 1: Welcome to the GSMC College Football Podcast, where today we break down the top SEC contenders for the 2025 College Football Playoff. Is Texas the clear preseason No. 1? Arch Manning now has serious weapons around him, and that defense looks elite. We analyze the Longhorns’ loaded depth chart, including key transfers like Emmet Mosley V and Cal Endries. But Georgia isn’t backing down — Kirby Smart made quiet portal moves that could pay big postseason dividends. We dive into how additions like Zachariah Branch and Josh McCray may impact their title hopes. We also spotlight South Carolina's momentum under LaNorris Sellers and the always-talented Alabama Crimson Tide adjusting under Kalen DeBoer in year two. With the SEC race as stacked as ever, who really has the edge? Tune in on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify for this can’t-miss breakdown of the road to the CFP.Segment 2: We dive into one of the most bizarre stories in college football and media: the collapse of HBO’s “Hard Knocks” project at North Carolina under new head coach Bill Belichick. Why did the docuseries fall apart days before filming? Sources point to Belichick’s 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, who reportedly demanded a central role in the production. We unpack the behind-the-scenes tension, leaked emails, and how Hudson’s increasing presence — including her self-identification as COO of “Belichick Productions” — influenced the decision. We also analyze Belichick’s awkward CBS interview, her Instagram posts, and what this means for UNC football, the NFL’s media strategy, and Belichick’s public image.Segment 3: Why isn’t Florida — a state long known as a recruiting goldmine — producing elite, blue-chip quarterbacks? On this episode of the GSMC College Football Podcast, we dive into the surprising data, revealing why powerhouse states like Texas and California have pulled ahead in QB development. Despite Florida’s deep talent pool and NFL success stories like Lamar Jackson, Teddy Bridgewater, and Anthony Richardson, the state continues to fall behind in national recruiting rankings. We break down the issues, from underfunded high school coaching to the lack of elite QB development programs and private trainers. Hear from veteran coaches, recruiters, and insiders who expose the root of the problem and the rare prospects — like Dia Bell and Neimann Lawrence — who are starting to change the trend.Segment 4: Who crushed the spring transfer portal — and who got crushed? On this episode of the GSMC College Football Podcast, we break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 spring window. Georgia reloaded with elite talent like Elo Modozie and Josh McCray, while Oklahoma landed two of the top names in Jaydn Ott and Jake Maikkula. Oklahoma State, UCLA, and Purdue also made huge strides, with the Bruins pulling off the biggest move of the offseason — flipping five-star QB Nico Iamaleava. But not everyone came out ahead. Cal, Stanford, and Tennessee took major hits, losing key starters and momentum heading into the fall. Whether you’re tracking transfer portal trends, player movement, or Power 4 shakeups, this episode delivers everything you need to stay ahead.Segment 5: Which team owns the best running back room in college football heading into 2025? On this episode of the GSMC College Football Podcast, we rank the top RB units in the nation, led by Penn State’s elite duo of Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. With over 2,200 combined rushing yards in 2024, they headline a stacked group that also includes Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love, Texas’ deep and talented rotation, and Oregon’s dynamic blend of transfers and veterans. We break down the stats, NFL potential, depth, and impact of each backfield—and dive into how coaching changes, like Ja’Juan Seider’s move to Notre Dame, could shift the balance. Whether you're a recruiting junkie, a fantasy player, or just a college football fan, this episode delivers elite insight and debate.If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on any app that carries podcasts. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review, that way you’ll always be among the first to get the latest GSMC College Football Podcasts on the GSMC Sports Network.We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with US: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-us Website: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-college-football-podcast/TikTok: @gsmcsportsnetworkTwitch: gsmcsportsnetworkFacebook: gsmcsportsnetworkInstagram: gsmcsportsnetworkX (Twitter): gsmcsportsnetTumblr: gsmcsportsnetworkSnapchat: gsmcsportsnetLinkedIn: gsmcsportsnetworkPinterest: gsmcsportsnetworkDisclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC College Football Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC College Football Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.