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Quarterbacks are the on-field generals in command of the team on the field. On Saturday Cadence, join The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim for a perspective and analysis that will cause you to feel in command of the college football world as we cover the latest news and recruiting while featuring guest interviews, weekly breakdowns, game predictions, rankings, and more across the sport’s landscape. Our cadence is clear: deliver the highest quality input on college football with clarity, precision, and simplicity.
Alabama and Georgia played an instant classic in Tuscaloosa as Jalen Milroe and Ryan Williams each had a spectacular game. Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid recap an eventful Week 5 of the College Football season and discuss why Jalen Milroe should lead the Heisman race and how good can Alabama be under Kalen DeBoer? True freshmen WRs Jeremiah Smith and Ryan Williams are among the best in the country, but which is better? Blake and Grant also mention Kentucky’s win over Ole Miss, Notre Dame’s win over Louisville, and Miami surviving against Virginia Tech after looking at Ohio State’s next four games. Additionally, our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by Hurricane Helene in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Kirby Smart and Georgia head to Tuscaloosa to take on Kalen DeBoer and Alabama for one of the SEC’s and College Football’s Games of the Year. Blake Biscardi, David Wertheim, and Grant Kincaid give a full breakdown and preview of the showdown before making their picks. How will Alabama vs. Georgia shape the SEC race and College Football Playoff picture? Blake, David, and Grant also discuss the NIL troubles at UNLV for QB Matthew Sluka and RB Michael Allen who are exercising their redshirts for the 2024 season effective immediately. Finally, the guys make their Saturday Seven Selections as Grant is on an all-time heater to start the season 11-3.
Week 4 of the College Football season taught us a lot about contenders and pretenders. Michigan found its identity and USC proved to be fool’s gold. Tennessee won big in Norman as Oklahoma uncovers major offensive issues. Clemson reinserts into the ACC and College Football Playoff races with a blowout win over NC State. Colorado has a comeback statement win over Baylor, and Illinois shocks Dylan Raiola and Nebraska in Lincoln. Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid recap an educational weekend of College Football and peak ahead to a stellar Week 5 slate, including Georgia @ Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
College Football’s Week 4 slate is heating up as USC travels to Ann Arbor for a new-look Big Ten showdown against Michigan while Tennessee heads to Norman for an expanded SEC collision against Oklahoma. Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid preview those matchups and others on the Week 4 schedule after discussing Billy Napier’s future at Florida as well as the state of Florida State football. Blake and Grant also make their Saturday Seven Week 4 CFB Picks.
Blake Biscardi recaps Week 3 of the College Football season starting with Florida State’s implosion against Memphis, falling to 0-3. Georgia had a scare in Kentucky, proving the Dawgs are beatable. Texas is the new No. 1 team in the country. Do the Longhorns deserve the honor? Blake takes a look at the new AP Poll and reveals his latest Top 10 before discussing if Tennessee is a legitimate contender in the SEC and College Football Playoff.
Alabama heads north of the Mason-Dixon Line this Saturday for another Big Ten-SEC showdown against Wisconsin. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim preview the matchup and then discuss if they should we Buy, Sell, or Hold some notable teams around the country after a chaotic weekend of college football filled with upsets and close calls. Find out whose stock is worth investing and which teams to avoid. Finally, Blake and David make their Saturday Seven Selections for Week 3.
Texas rolls Michigan in Ann Arbor behind a masterful game plan from Steve Sarkisian and execution from Quinn Ewers and company. Georgia and Ohio State take care of business in emphatic fashion as the three teams clearly separate from the field as National Championship favorites.A chaotic Saturday of games breeds notable upsets and close calls, notably for Notre Dame, Oregon, Alabama, and Oklahoma. Blake Biscardi breaks down those matchups and reacts to the results before revealing his latest Top 10 Rankings that saw a major shakeup.
Michigan hosting Texas in Ann Arbor headlines College Football’s Week 2 slate. Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid break down the showdown in the Big House as well as Colorado @ Nebraska. Florida State is down bad, but is Mike Norvell’s job in jeopardy? Blue blood programs USC, Nebraska, and Notre Dame are on the rise and Miami appears legit…is The U back? Can Notre Dame go undefeated or USC win the Big Ten? Blake and Grant give their thoughts on the subjects before previewing and picking the Week 2 games in the Saturday Seven segment.
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Blake Biscardi recaps Week 1 of the College Football season and leads the show with Notre Dame’s marquee victory on the road in College Station against Texas A&M. Marcus Freeman gets his signature win as the Irish now eye a College Football Playoff spot. Clemson is completely unraveling. Blake talks about what’s going on with Dabo Swinney and the Tigers and what the future could look like if nothing changes. Cam Ward and Miami roll into the Swamp and dominate Florida solidifying the Canes as the top team in the ACC. Finally, Blake talks about some freshman standouts, namely Jeremiah Smith for Ohio State.
Week 1 of the College Football season is finally here! Blake Biscardi, David Wertheim, and Grant Kincaid navigate a loaded show about Michigan’s sign-stealing scandal and NOA, Florida State’s playoff hopes, what the 12-team Playoff means for college football, and expectations for the nation’s top teams: Georgia, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas, and Alabama. Next, they preview the Week 1 slate, highlighted by Georgia vs Clemson and Notre Dame vs Texas A&M, and then they pick this week’s games in the Saturday Seven segment.
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On this episode of the Saturday Cadence Podcast: the Heartbeat of College Football, Host Blake Biscardi and Producer Grant Kincaid take a dive into this year’s true CFP Contenders. Blake and Grant break down their list of teams that can win a National Championship and name a dark horse to contend for the CFP. They also react to the Preseason AP Poll and explain which teams are too high and too low. Finally, Blake and Grant close the show with quick picks for three Week 0 games as the 2024 college football season gets underway.
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Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid discuss their Top 10 Impact Games for the 2024 College Football Season and how they’ll influence the conference championship and College Football Playoff races. Blake and Grant also share which two games they believe have “Game of the Year” potential and which are ripe for an upset bid.
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Blake Biscardi reveals his 2024 Conference Championship Game and College Football Playoff Predictions after sharing his Preseason Top 25 Rankings. How many teams will the Big Ten and SEC get into the CFP? Can Oregon go undefeated? Dark horse contenders and favorable-schedule party crashers. Can Florida State go back-to-back in the ACC? Will Cam Rising and Utah conquer the Big 12 in its first membership season? Blake discusses all of these topics on a must-listen episode of the Saturday Cadence Podcast: The Heartbeat of College Football. Visit tsilverbulletin.com for the print version of Blake’s eighth annual College Football Season Preview.
Spring practice is finished in college football which means The Silver Bulletin’s College Football Analyst and Senior Editor Blake Biscardi reveals his Post-Spring Top 10 Rankings headings into the 2024 season. He believes four teams are above the rest, but which takes the No. 1 spot? Where do defending champions Michigan and Nick Saban-less Alabama end up? Also, Blake touches on conference realignment and the expanded 12-team playoff format and gives a sneak peek into his predictions for the Big Ten and SEC Conference championship races.
Breaking News: Jim Harbaugh will be the next head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss what the future of Michigan football looks like following its National Championship and many key departures. Also, Ohio State is dominating the transfer portal with major additions: Caleb Downs, Julian Sayin, Will Howard, and Quinshon Judkins. Ryan Day’s Buckeyes also return fifteen starters and bring in Bill O’Brien as Offensive Coordinator. Blake and David talk about the future of college football with playoff and conference expansion and which teams are poised to make a run.
Nick Saban retires as head coach of Alabama. Blake Biscardi takes you through the biggest news story in college football and what it means for the Tide moving forward. Kalen DeBoer will replace Saban in Tuscaloosa. Blake thinks it’s a phenomenal hire, especially after spending time around DeBoer in Houston for the National Championship. Jim Harbaugh’s future is up in the air for Michigan and the NFL. Will he remain in Ann Arbor or return to the NFL? Other NFL Draft decisions loom large around the sport. Ohio State is returning a ton of key starters on offense and defense. Paired with the transfer portal additions, the Buckeyes are loaded heading into 2024. Finally, Jedd Fisch accepts the job at Washington.
Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid recap the 2023-24 National Championship Game. Michigan finally climbs the mountain to become National Champions. Blake and Grant discuss the Michigan blueprint and where Jim Harbaugh and his staff deserve credit…it may not be where you think. What about the futures of Harbaugh and QB JJ McCarthy? Blake and Grant also dive into some notable transfer portal moves from around the country and which teams should be high on the radar heading into 2024. Plus, Nick Saban retires right at the end of the broadcast…if you’re a listener of the show this wasn’t a surprise to you. More on Saban and his successor in the next episode.
The College Football Playoff semifinals were the best pairing in the four-team era. Jim Harbaugh, JJ McCarthy, and Michigan conquered Nick Saban, Jalen Milroe, and Alabama in an instant classic Rose Bowl Game. While Michael Penix Jr and Washington outlasted Quinn Ewers and Texas in an incredible Sugar Bowl Showdown. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim break down the semifinals before previewing the National Championship Game between Michigan and Washington. Blake and David give their keys to victory and matchups to watch for each team and make their picks for the final time this season.
Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid preview the College Football Playoff semifinals — Rose Bowl: Michigan vs. Alabama; Sugar Bowl: Washington vs. Texas. They give their keys to the games and matchups to watch while also noting if it could be Jim Harbaugh’s last game(s) at Michigan as well as Nick Saban’s at Alabama. Blake and Grant also preview the Cotton Bowl between Ohio State and Missouri. It’s a pivotal game for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes heading into the offseason and 2024, but why? Finally, they drive-thru the Orange Bowl, Peach Bowl, and Fiesta Bowl and make their picks for the New Year’s Six Games, CFP Semifinals, and National Championship.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss National Signing Day and react to how everything transpired from eleventh hour locks to NIL bags. Ohio State retained No. 1 overall recruit 5-Star WR Jeremiah Smith and 5-Star DL Eddrick Houston after late flip-pushes from Miami and Alabama. Early Signing Day was a drama-filled roller coaster. Oregon, Georgia, and Alabama all posted strong classes. Which team won the day and is recruiting high school players still important? Blake and David dive into Deion Sanders and Colorado’s recruiting strategy as it relates to the future of the sport. Plus, is the talent in college football spreading out? Blake and David also delve into what they expect CFB to look like over the next couple of years as the SEC and Big Ten Conferences begin to separate and the College Football Playoff expands to 12 teams. Finally, the boys give their early leans in the CFP semifinals between Alabama and Michigan and Texas and Washington. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our listeners and families.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim take an early look at the College Football Playoff and preview both semifinals. Florida State was snubbed, but was the decision by the Committee warranted or was it foreshadowed? Kyle McCord, Dillon Gabriel, Cam Ward, Riley Leonard, and other notable players entered the transfer portal. Where will they land and what does it mean for the landscape of college football? Who will win the highly contested Heisman Trophy ceremony between Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Jayden Daniels? Finally, Blake and David thank all members of the military for their service ahead of America’s Game between Army and Navy. U-S-A!
Blake Biscardi reacts to the unprecedented College Football Playoff field for the 2023-24 season. Michigan vs. Alabama in the Rose Bowl and Washington vs. Texas in the Sugar Bowl. Did the Committee get it right? Blake breaks down what happened in the room and how Florida State was left out at the expense of Alabama and the SEC. Should FSU have gotten in despite the injury to Jordan Travis? Then, Blake previews the New Year’s Six Bowl matchups. The games seem a bit underwhelming, and why Liberty and Missouri won the day in the NY6. Will Georgia and Ohio State be at full strength for the Orange and Cotton Bowls? Plus, Blake thinks Ole Miss and Penn State have a lot of similarities. Finally, is Jayden Daniels the Heisman favorite? Or can Bo Nix, Michael Penix, or Marvin Harrison Jr. become the next member of the Heisman trust?
Michigan beats Ohio State for the third straight season. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim do a full breakdown of The Game, how Michigan won it and why Ohio State lost. What’s next for Ryan Day? Blake and David shed light on Day’s future in Columbus. Do his Buckeyes have a chance at the College Football Playoff? Can Texas and Alabama make the leap with wins on Saturday? Each team’s path to the CFP is revealed before Blake and David make their conference championship game picks.
Back-to-back undefeated showdowns in the greatest rivalry in sports as Ohio State and Michigan meet with everything on the line. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim breakdown The Game. Does Florida State still have a path to the College Football Playoff without Jordan Travis? The PAC-12’s final week of the regular season brings massive rivalry games with championship game and CFP implications for Washington, Oregon, and Arizona? Will this be the week we see an upset among three top teams? Finally, Blake and David close the show making their Week 13 Picks and set the over/under for how many times the legendary Gus Johnson says “Maserati Marv” on the FOX broadcast on Saturday.
Never has so much been at stake in the greatest rivalry in sports. If you thought the build up for last year’s game was epic, welcome to 2023. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim preview Ohio State vs. Michigan as the biggest matchup in college football history. Blake and David highlight the keys to The Game for each team, potential X-factors, matchups to watch, and how big of an impact is Jim Harbaugh’s suspension? Everything has been building toward this game for the Buckeyes and Wolverines. For Ohio State, champions are defined by how they respond. For Michigan, can they maintain the conference crown? The Big Ten East Division Title, Big Ten Conference Championship, Heisman Trophy ramifications, a College Football Playoff spot, and National Championship implications are on the line in this legacy-defining, rivalry-shaking, undefeated top-3 showdown between Ohio State and Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Another week filled with potential upset spots for the Top 8 teams. Another week they all find a way to win. Blake Biscardi recaps Week 12 of the college football season beginning with Washington gritty road win in Corvallis over Oregon State. Jordan Travis suffered an awful leg injury that will end his season. How will that affect Florida State in the CFP race? Ohio State and Michigan both win to setup back-to-back years meeting 11-0 with everything on the line. Blake believes this will be one of the greatest matchups in college football history. Finally, he touches on other games around the country and looks ahead to the remaining games with CFP implications.
Georgia returns to No. 1 in College Football Playoff rankings as the Bulldogs await the red-hot Alabama Crimson Tide in the SEC Championship Game. Michigan ran through Happy Valley leading to the dismissal of OC Mike Yurcich. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss the latest developments in the Michigan and Jim Harbaugh scandal, as well as Jimbo Fisher’s firing and who could replace him at Texas A&M. Plus, does Marvin Harrison Jr. have enough to win the Heisman Trophy or will Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr., or JJ McCarthy take home the prestigious award? Finally, Blake and David preview the upcoming slate of games and make their Week 12 Picks.
Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid preview a loaded slate of marquee matchups on Saturday. Penn State vs. Michigan headlines the weekend in a defining game for the Big Ten East division race. Will Jim Harbaugh be on the sidelines? Georgia hosts Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss in a sandwich game between Missouri and Tennessee. Can the Rebels pull the upset at Sanford Stadium? The PAC-12 race continues to intensify. Will there be any more separation in Week 11? Blake and Grant also react to the second edition of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee’s rankings and discuss the real contenders and hypothetical scenarios before making their Week 11 picks.
Alabama takes full control of the SEC West with a huge win over LSU in Tuscaloosa. Blake Biscardi breaks down the weekend of college football, including Washington’s win over USC that led to Lincoln Riley firing Defensive Coordinator Alex Grinch. Clemson defeated Notre Dame and Oklahoma State won the final Bedlam, crushing Oklahoma’s College Football Playoff aspirations. It is likely Jim Harbaugh will be given a suspension, but what will that look like? Blake explains the two scenarios that could play out for the Michigan coach. Finally, he overview the CFP race as it heats up.
We have a new No. 1 ranked team in college football as Ohio State takes the top spot due to its strong resume — wins @ Notre Dame and Wisconsin, and at home versus Penn State. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim react to the first College Football Playoff Rankings and discuss the real CFP contenders. Blake and David continue the Circle of the PAC-12 segment, headlined by the Oregon Ducks, and Washington traveling to USC. They also preview Alabama versus LSU. The Tide boast a stout defense while the Tigers have the best offense in the country. Finally, they close the show with their Week 10 Picks.
Oregon defeated Utah 35-6 in Salt Lake City, playing its best football heading into November. Blake Biscardi discusses the Ducks’ win and explains why Dan Lanning’s team is a real College Football Playoff contender. Blake also recaps Georgia vs. Florida and Ohio State vs. Wisconsin as the Bulldogs and Buckeyes pick up crucial, impressive victories. Then, he takes you inside the minds of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee and makes a few predictions ahead of the first rankings release on Tuesday, October 31, including which team will claim the No. 1 spot. It might not be who you expect.
The Ohio State defense is championship level, and then again so is Michigan’s signal stealing operation…allegedly. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim have the latest storylines and details on Jim Harbaugh and Michigan amid investigation for cheating (advanced scouting for signals, with use of technology, piloted by staffer Connor Stalions) to attain a competitive advantage. They discuss the involvement of the NCAA, Big Ten League Office and the College Football Playoff Committee and what the rule book says about such occurrences. Then, Blake and David run through a new segment called “Circle of PAC-12” as conference play ramps up. Are Oregon and Oregon State on upset alert this weekend against Utah and Arizona? Plus, what to make of Caleb Williams and USC. Georgia takes on Florida in its first game without Brock Bowers. How will the Bulldogs fare? Blake and David close with their Week 9 Picks.
Blake Biscardi recaps Ohio State’s big win over Penn State that gives the Buckeyes control of the Big Ten East. Marvin Harrison Jr was the best player on the field. Blake compliments Jim Knowles for the outstanding job he’s done improving the Silver Bullets and for putting on a masterclass against the Nittany Lions. Also, Kyle Whittingham and Utah defeated Lincoln Riley, Caleb Williams, and USC for a third straight time. Finally, Blake checks around other games across the country and debates which team should be ranked No. 1 between Georgia, Michigan, Ohio State, and Florida State.
Let the battle for the Big Ten East officially begin. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss the marquee matchup in the Big Ten between No. 3 Ohio State and No. 7 Penn State. They highlight why it will be a defensive battle, layout keys and X-factors for both teams, and breakdown both teams. This episode has everything you need to know for the game. Blake and David also touch on the PAC-12 theatrics and the Irish goodbye given to the Trojans last Saturday. They believe USC is in trouble down the stretch and heading to the Big Ten next year. Lastly, they close with their Week 8 Picks and give a bonus update on Alyssa’s record ATS. Spoiler: her picks are for real. She’s building something special over the last two years.
Blake Biscardi recaps Week 7 of the college football season. Washington wins a classic against Oregon to gain control of the PAC-12. Notre Dame dominates USC in South Bend. Blake explains why the Trojans are in trouble down the stretch. What happens if Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State all go 1-1 against each other? Blake outlines the potential Big Ten East tiebreaker scenario that determines who plays in Indianapolis against the West division champion. Finally, he mentions a few other notable results around the Week 7 scoreboard.
Always trust your instincts. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim open the 50th episode of the Saturday Cadence Podcast recapping a Red River Classic and explain how Alabama has turned the Tide. Blake and David also examine Saturday’s big day for the PAC-12 with Oregon and Washington squaring off and USC and Notre Dame as the nightcap. Then, those who stayed may really end up being champions…is Michigan the best team in the country? Finally, Blake and David make their Week 7 Picks and elect to take a knee in the closing moments of the show instead of trying to get in an extra thought.
Blake Biscardi recaps Week 6 of the college football season. He touches on Red River and Oklahoma being for real. Texas is also still a College Football Playoff contender, so don’t write them off yet. Blake discusses Ohio State vs Maryland and why this Buckeyes team is different than other years. Jim Knowles’ defense is elite and his philosophy change is important to note. Then, Blake checks in on USC and its defensive woes before reacting to the latest AP Poll.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim analyze last week’s games and explain what it means moving forward. Which teams are the real contenders and which could be fools gold as pretenders after September? Who is really deserving of being ranked No. 1? The Red River Shootout is back for its final regular season installment as Big 12 members, but the guys aren’t so quick to close this chapter just yet. Plus, what’s happening in the SEC? Georgia vs. Kentucky and Alabama vs. Texas A&M are perception matchups for the SEC in the eyes of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee on Saturday. Finally, Blake and David make their Week 6 Picks to close the jam-packed episode.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim continue conversations about Ohio State vs. Notre Dame and why the Buckeye Defense is different than a year ago. Alabama still has a clear path to the SEC Championship and College Football Playoff. Blake and David also discuss the teams who are for real and which might be pretending to be good. Can Coach Prime, Deion Sanders, and Colorado upset USC? Will Notre Dame fall prey to Duke with College Gameday in town? Georgia ripe for an upset? A loaded Thursday show for you guys that concludes with Week 5 Picks.
Ohio State and Notre Dame played an instant classic in South Bend Saturday Night with the Buckeyes winning 17-14 on the final play. Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid discuss Ohio State’s signature win and what it means for both programs this season. Plus, Jim Knowles answered the bell — the Silver Bullets are back. Then, Ryan Day’s postgame interview calling out Lou Holtz and the critics. The Buckeyes are built on toughness again. Finally, who are the CFP contenders up until this point?
Is there a changing of the guard in college football? An average week for top teams ahead of a season-defining Saturday. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss which teams can afford the flat starts and which can’t. Plus, is it time to panic in Tuscaloosa? Blake and David talk about what’s happening to Alabama and share why they still believe. Then, they preview Ohio State vs. Notre Dame and Florida State vs. Clemson before making their Week 4 Picks.
With great expectation, comes great responsibility. How will Texas and Florida State handle the bright lights? Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid discuss the Longhorns and Seminoles and then ask the question: is Alabama’s dynasty coming to a close? Plus, QB1 in Columbus and Miami looks relevant again, at least for now. Then, Blake and Grant make their Week 3 Picks with absolute certainty…ish.
Blake Biscardi reacts to the Week 2 games and focuses on Texas taking down Alabama in Tuscaloosa and Colorado routing Nebraska in Boulder. He also certifies another College Football Playoff contender and crowns the PAC-12 as the deepest conference in the country. Then, Blake gives his Top 10 following Week 2 and spends time discussing each team. Lastly, he wraps up the show with a tough reality for SEC fans and breaking news from East Lansing regarding Mel Tucker’s future. **Tucker has been suspended without pay amid the Title IX investigation per Michigan State University since this recording to correct the breaking news delivered during the broadcast.
Blake Biscardi recaps Week 1 as Colorado and Florida State headline the show. The Noles get certified as an ACC and College Football Playoff contender as Jordan Travis leads the way to a 45-24 victory over LSU. Deion Sanders and Colorado aren’t comin anymore, they’re here. Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter, and Dylan Edwards shine in their win against TCU. Then, Blake looks at the QB situations at Georgia, Alabama, Ohio State, and Penn State.
Is the SEC in trouble? Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss Colorado, Duke, and Florida State earning big wins. Can the Noles be the best team in the country? The Prime Effect and how the transfer portal can be rewarding. Plus, what’s with this new clock rule? Is this the year Texas is finally back and beats Alabama? Finally, Blake and David close with their Week 2 Picks.
Week 1 is here! Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim reveal their College Football Playoff predictions after discussing which teams are underrated and overrated heading into the season. Ryan Day names Ohio State’s QB1 while Alabama continues its battle under center. Blake and David preview the Week 1 slate before making their picks with a promise for the year.
This episode just means more as Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim preview the SEC heading into the 2023 college football season. Is Georgia poised to 3-peat? How will the Dawgs handle the expectation? Can LSU and Tennessee follow up breakout 2022 campaigns? Plus, don’t forget about Nick Saban and Alabama. Blake and David believe the Crimson Tide can be legitimate National Championship Contenders. They also name surprise teams in the SEC and discuss Texas A&M. Then they close with their SEC Championship Game picks.
Anand Nanduri joins the show to help Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim preview the Big Ten Conference for the 2023 college football season. Michigan, Ohio State, and Penn State headline the East division, which the guys believe is the best in the nation. Plus, will the Nittany Lions upset the Buckeyes or the Wolverines? What happens if the Big 3 split? Don’t sleep on the West division race, though. Wisconsin and Iowa are steadily building strong contenders but will it be enough? Finally, the episode wraps up with conference championship game predictions and David’s Recruiting Roundup.
Blake Biscardi records solo on this episode as he reveals his Preseason Top 25 Rankings ahead of the 2023 college football season.
Read more of Blake’s thoughts at tsilverbulletin.com
Season Preview: https://tsilverbulletin.com/2023/07/college-football-season-preview-2023-preseason-top-25-watch-lists/
Postseason Predictions: https://tsilverbulletin.com/2023/07/college-football-season-preview-2023-postseason-heisman-predictions/
Special guest Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews joins the show to discuss his Season Preview magazine, conference expansion and College Football Playoff picks. Will Georgia 3-peat? Can Jim Harbaugh and Michigan finally win a title? Alabama, LSU, Ohio State, and Penn State are in hot pursuit. Plus intriguing races in ACC and PAC-12 in what might be the conference’s final season. Then, a dangerous preseason question: how good is Texas? Tune in as Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim kickoff Season 2 of the Saturday Cadence Podcast with a can’t miss episode previewing the 2023 college football season.
Join Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim for Season 2 of the Saturday Cadence Podcast — the heartbeat of college football. Immerse yourself in the world of college football as we provide insightful perspectives, expert in-depth analysis, insider scoops, and up-to-date coverage on news, recruiting, and more. Get ready to interpret the game with our clear, precise, and simple breakdowns, engaging guest interviews, game predictions, rankings, and a whole lot more. Take part in the conversation that shapes college football.
It just means more…welcome to the SEC, Texas and Oklahoma. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss the two Big 12 rivals set to join the Southeastern conference in 2024 that are prime for schedule-hazing. Alabama and Georgia draw difficult road tests and teams like Florida and Oklahoma got the short end of the stick. Billy Napier and the Gators have debatably the most challenging college football schedule ever assembled.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim break down huge news out of Chicago as the Big Ten announced its future scheduling format beginning in the 2024 college football season. No protected rivalry games for one of the conference’s premier teams, but is it their own fault? Blake and David discuss the biggest winners and losers and how the moves will impact the Big Ten moving forward. Finally, David runs through major news in his weekly Recruiting Roundup.
We are officially inside of 100 days until the 2023 college football season. Now that spring ball and the latest transfer portal window are behind us, Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim take a look at where the top teams stand in Blake’s Post-Spring Top 10 Rankings. More expansion talks are on the horizon for the Big Ten and SEC. Blake and David paint a few pictures as to what that would look like. David concludes the show with a rapid fire recruiting segment before the annual “is Texas back” question gets posed.
Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid give their initial reactions to this past weekend’s NFL Draft filled with feel-good stories, touching moments, and one team that put on an absolute clinic. Bryce Young and CJ Stroud went No. 1 and No. 2 overall, but which situation is a better fit? Also, we rank our top draft classes and explain why Howie Roseman and the Philadelphia Eagles won the weekend.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim are back to discuss the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft and its contentious quarterback battle. Will Bryce Young or CJ Stroud be the first off the board or will Anthony Richardson or Will Levis upset the two stars? The defensive talent in this year’s draft is supreme as Jalen Carter, Will Anderson Jr, and Tyree Wilson lead the pack. Blake and David also look at the Draft Stock Market and debate if running backs are increasing in value in the war rooms. Finally, they end the show with their Mock selections.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss the latest developments in the battle for QB supremacy in the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft. Who stood out at the Combine and how might their performance impact their draft stock and value? Plus, Blake and David look at the under the radar moves across college football.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim comb through swirling reports that the Big Ten might not be done expanding. Find out which teams are on its radar, plus the likely scheduling model the conference will adopt moving forward. Ohio State vs. USC and Michigan vs. UCLA every year? Sign us up but stay tuned until the end of the show when Blake and David explain how the schedule would work and preview some potential annual matchups that form new rivalries. Finally, as of March 1, the NCAA officially has a new President, Charlie Baker, former Governor of Massachusetts.
The 28th installment of the Saturday Cadence podcast offers a full slate as Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim assume the role of NCAA Commissioner for the day and discuss how to change college football. Blake and David focus the show on conference realignment and the new landscape of college football beginning in 2024 and how to make better once again by prioritizing rivalries and their regionality and the geographical nuances of the sport. Blake and David also touch on Georgia football losing OC Todd Monken to the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL.
On last week’s show, Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim talked hypotheticals, but this week they bring you answers as Nick Saban appears to return to his bread and butter hiring Tommy Rees. Plus, does their top coaches list match their top programs list? Finally, 2023’s “Most Likely To” segment.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss coaching changes at crucial positions for Alabama and Ohio State; why an off the radar hire may be the most impactful of the off-season; who’s feeling the heat in 2023; and Kirby Smart and Jim Harbaugh have exponentially increased their stock prices over the last two years. Where will they fall in our Top Coaches in College Football list?
Coach Prime is quickly making Colorado a sought after destination; what’s the deal between Michigan and the NCAA; and $13M promises. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim discuss the latest happenings across the Colorado and Michigan football programs as well as a segment on the current state of NIL. To close, Blake and David, with the assistance of Joe Burrow, put an end to the if he’s an Ohio State Buckeye or LSU Tiger debate and the same for Jalen Hurts with Alabama and Oklahoma.
CJ Stroud announced his declaration to the NFL Draft, key people in the Big Ten are on the move…or not. Kevin Warren’s tenure as Big Ten Commissioner comes to a close while Jim Harbaugh’s tenure at Michigan stays vibrant. Ryan Day names Brian Hartline as Offensive Coordinator for Ohio State. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim breakdown the latest drama out of the Big Ten Conference and turn the page to 2023 and give you our way-too-early rankings and College Football Playoff Selections.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim discuss Georgia’s historic back-to-back-titles. Scout team to 2-time National Champion: Stetson Bennett’s college football career closes as one of the greatest stories in the sport’s history. His Georgia Bulldogs repeated as National Champions with ease. Blake and Dave take a look at how the Dawgs stayed motivated and got the job done in Los Angeles as well as the de facto Title Game against Ohio State in the Peach Bowl.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim recap the most wildly entertaining College Football Playoff semifinals to date. TCU shocking the college football world had JJ McCarthy doing his best Stefan Diggs impression. Ohio State answered every question as to how they’d respond, and Georgia looks to be the first repeat champion of the CFP era. Blake and Dave also preview the National Championship Game between Georgia and TCU.
Bring on the College Football Playoff! In one semifinal, we’ve got The World Famous Ohio State Buckeyes taking on the defending champion Georgia Bulldogs. In the other, the hungry, swagger-filled Michigan Wolverines and the heart-driven TCU Horned Frogs. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim preview the College Football Playoff on this special episode of Saturday Cadence. Can Georgia defend its title or will the Buckeyes thrive in a role the program loves: as underdogs? Max Duggan and TCU’s resilience earned a spot in the semifinals, but could be running into freight train of Maize and Blue Wolverines. We’re just hours away from this year’s College Football Playoff, one of the final installments of the four team format, on New Year’s Eve.
Name, Image and Likeness has radically transformed college football. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim discuss NIL recruiting and explain why it’s exhausting. Then, a pair of 5-star quarterbacks made moves over the last few days; and does Bo Nix’s return to Oregon position him as the Heisman front runner next year? Blake and Dave commend Bryce Young and Will Anderson Jr for playing Alabama in the Sugar Bowl ahead of making their Bowl Game Selections.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim begin and end the show paying their respects to the late, great coach Mike Leach. They also discuss Blake’s experience at Army-Navy last weekend and evaluate the Heisman Trophy ballot results. Before their Bowl Game Picks (Games 12/16-12/20), Blake reviews Alyssa’s historic pick ‘em season. Finally, Dave and Blake make their bowl selections.
The College Football Playoff field is set with one conference getting two teams in for the first time in the nine-year history of the four team format. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim breakdown and discuss this year’s playoff and give their early thoughts. Blake and Dave also debate who should win the Heisman and how the award can restore its prestige. Coach Prime is heading to the PAC-12. Plus, this is America’s week as Army and Navy take the field in Philadelphia for an exquisite combination of football and patriotism. Blake will be at Lincoln Financial Field for the matchup.
Rivalry Week delivered what could be the most straight-forward College Football Playoff Selection Sunday to date; or did it? Is Ryan Day’s seat really getting hot? And has Clemson’s reign atop college football run its course? Blake and Dave examine Ohio State vs Michigan and explain what really happened. They also look at Luke Fickell and Matt Rhule heading to Wisconsin and Nebraska, respectively. Finally, Blake and Dave talk College Football Playoff scenarios, make their Championship Saturday Picks, and Dave says who will win the Heisman Trophy.
Blake Biscardi is joined by Producer Grant Kincaid as what looked to be a quiet slate of games last Saturday turned into survival of the fittest. They examine who’s still alive in the College Football Playoff race — USC enters the chat — and break down the biggest rivalry week matchups including a battle of unbeaten 11-0 No. 2 Ohio State and 11-0 No. 3 Michigan in The Game. Blake and Grant give their keys to The Game, matchups to watch, and score predictions. Finally, they close with their Week 13 Picks and Heisman Trophy shortlists.
It’s finally here: The Game. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim preview and breakdown No. 2 Ohio State vs No. 3 Michigan. For the first time in four years, The Game returns to the banks of the Olentangy in The Horseshoe with some of the highest stakes this storied rivalry has ever seen. Both teams are undefeated at 11-0 for the first time since 2006, each with a Heisman contender leading the charge. Everything is on the line in Columbus in this winner-take-all edition of The Game.
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TCU finally controlled a game and is in prime position for a CFP spot; Alabama survives in Oxford; and the PAC-12 seems to hang in the balance of Lincoln Riley and USC. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim dive into the College Football Playoff races, the Cortaca Jug Game, and peek ahead to Ohio State vs Michigan — two freight trains on a collision course — in an early look ahead to rivalry week. Finally, they’re Week 12 Picks.
October is for pretenders. November is for contenders! These were the words of LSU Coach Brian Kelly in the locker room after defeating Alabama and earning his signature win in Baton Rouge. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim discuss the Tigers’ program defining victory, Georgia proved they’re still the team to beat and wild weather with whipping winds in the Big Ten on an unexpected chaotic Saturday of college football. Finally, they’re Week 11 Picks.
The first College Football Playoff Rankings have been released as the race to the final four is officially underway. Tennessee football checks in at No. 1 for the first time since 1998. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim break down the poll and discuss one of the greatest individual defensive performances in college football history. Then, they look ahead to a colossal SEC East showdown in Athens and potential trap game in Death Valley. After, they make their Week 10 Picks.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim are pleased to be joined by a few staff members: Dan Smyth, Joshua Cassinger, and Grant Kincaid on a special edition of Saturday Cadence as we await the first College Football Playoff rankings to be released on Tuesday night (11/1). In a round table format, the guys discuss the race for No. 1 between Georgia football, Tennessee football, and Ohio State football. They also debate a few dark horse teams: TCU, UCLA, USC, and Oregon; and touch on Michigan, Clemson, and Alabama. Lastly, they give their College Football Playoff picks after Week 9.
Will Coach Prime Deion Sanders end up in the SEC West? Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim debate how big of a loss is too big to recover? Looking at you, Oregon football. Then, Blake and Dave discuss Jimbo Fisher’s monstrous buyout and how Brian Kelly looks to finally have things rolling in the bayou. Then, Tennessee football and Ohio State football each have difficult tests against Kentucky football and Penn State football respectively ahead of the first edition of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee’s rankings. Finally, Blake and Dave close with their Week 9 Picks.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim discuss some of the highlights from a thrilling Saturday of college football and look at College Football Playoff scenarios. Is Tennessee already a lock after earning the win of the year in front of a record crowd in Neyland? Utah handed Lincoln Riley and USC their first loss of the season, Michigan is for real as their rushing attack gashed Penn State for 400 yards, and TCU storms all the way back to beat Oklahoma State in double overtime.
Our biggest show yet: Is Texas back or is Oklahoma in trouble? The State of Alabama football; UCLA and Tennessee’s meteoric rises; and we still haven’t quite figured out what’s going on in the Big Ten. Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim breakdown and preview the loaded Week 7 slate before giving their picks where Blake calls his shot.
The Big Ten West might have more parody than the ACC Coastal. Paul Chryst is out as the head coach of Wisconsin and suddenly A&M-Alabama and Red River have lost their luster.
Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim dive into the latest coaching carousel updates and preview the week’s biggest matchups before making their selections. A surprise picker is revealed who’s leading the way so far this season.
Now that September is over, it’s time for Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim to hand out the September Heisman Trophy and play Contender or Pretender as they preview the college football landscape moving forward. Blake and Dave have an open discussion that consists of Kansas sitting alone atop the Big 12 standings, Rockytop’s Redemption, and the Miami Hurricanes looking more like a Tropical Depression. Finally, Blake and Dave give their Week 5 Picks and discuss an intriguing hypothetical College Football Playoff scenario.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim discuss the biggest storylines from Week 3 including Penn State running Auburn out of SEC country and Sparty Nooo making its first appearance of the year. Then, Blake and Dave give their September Surprises so far and talk the effect of Conference and Playoff Expansion on regional rivalries. Finally, they close the show with their Week 4 outlook, picks, and hot takes.
2007, is that you? Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim recap a drama-filled Week 2 across college football as three Top-10 teams went down. The page is finally being turned in Lincoln as the Scott Frost era came to a close which prompts the guys to get into the college football stock market and decide if they should buy, sell or hold. Finally, Blake and Dave make their Week 3 picks.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim explain what they love about college football and recap the games from Week 1 including some of the wild finishes, evaluate Georgia’s reloaded team and debate whether Ohio State’s Silver Bullets are back. Playoff expansion is here, and the guys discuss whether it’s good for the sport and how it will impact the landscape. Then, Blake and Dave take a look around the sport and talk about Florida being an SEC East contender, USC winning the PAC-12, and which teams should make changes at quarterback. Finally, the show closes with Week 2 picks.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim are joined by Dan Hope of Eleven Warriors to breakdown the Top-5 Matchup between Ohio State and Notre Dame. Then, Blake and Dave dive into Scott Frost and Nebraska as well as evaluate Jim Harbaugh’s dual QB decision and which teams could surprise us this year. Finally, the guys preview the loaded Week 1 slate and give their picks ahead of the action.
Blake Biscardi and Dave Wertheim open the inaugural episode of Saturday Cadence by dissecting the AP Top 25, and some of college football’s storylines heading into the season. Will USC, Texas, or Miami be back this season? Can Alabama go coast to coast at No. 1? Finally, the guys wrap up the show looking ahead to Week 0 and give their picks for opening weekend.