The Triple Option

The first every 12-team playoff is here, but the focus of the college football is...the transfer portal? Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone take a dive into the world of NIL and the transfer portal as the unthinkable has happened: players opting out in the middle of their teams championship run. The most prominent example is in Happy Valley where backup quarterback Beau Pribula, and his nine touchdowns, entering the portal ahead of Penn State's first round game against SMU. Back to the field, Mark takes you inside Heisman weekend and Travis Hunter joining the fraternity. (1:40) The SMU Mustangs shocked the college football world with an incredible season and a spot in the College Football Playoff. Head Coach Rhett Lashlee joined the guys and shared his blueprint behind their first year in the ACC and their plan for the freezing temperatures at Penn State this weekend. (25:52) Few moments define a coach's career more than that first extension and Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman got his over the weekend. Coach Meyer talks about his first extension when he was at Florida before the guys gave their thoughts on college football's newest head coach, Bill Belichick. They then picked the four first round games, SMU at Penn State, Clemson at Texas, Indiana at Notre Dame, and Tennessee at Ohio State. (36:15) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). USAA - Learn more about USAA at USAA.COM NHTSA - Sober or Get Pulled Over. Paid for by NHTSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Only one game a year gets their own weekend, and "The Triple Option" is on the ground for it. Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone take you to Army-Navy Media Row presented by USAA from the Military Women's Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery ahead of the 125th meeting between Army and Navy. The guys break down the matchup with two of the most talented teams to square off in the rivalry's history and mix in some saucy nuggs on the side. Can Bill Belichick bring his championship culture to UNC? Green Beret and former NFL Long snapper Nate Boyer stops by to talk about the importance of this game and how military life and football life can crossover. (16:41) Fresh off their first ever AAC Championship, Army Head Coach Jeff Monken talked to Rob and Coach about this game, the history behind, and how life at a service academy is just different. USAA CEO Wayne Peacock talked through their involvement in the game and the military community. (27:18) The guys previewed the Heisman ceremony, who their pick is, and who should have made it to New York before talking with 2011 Heisman winner Robert Griffin III and making their picks for the game. (44:01) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) This episode of The Triple Option is presented USAA - Learn more about USAA at USAA.COM A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: Wendy’s Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs NHTSA Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Paid for by NHTSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first ever 12-team College Football Playoff is set! Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone walk you through Clemson's bracket busting ACC Championship win and then the first 12-team College Football Playoff. Mark licked his wounds and the guys debated the future effects of SMU and Indiana getting in over Alabama. Those Week 1 non-conference battles might be a thing of the past. (1:37) Skatte-who? The one and only Cam Skattebo brought his championship belt, Heisman resume, and Arizona State's Big 12 title to The Triple Option. A word to the wise, give the man some space because he HATES to be tackled. (31:10) It's playoff time, surely no one wants to hop in the transfer portal, right? Wrong, Coach and the guys take a look at the already hopping transfer portal before breaking down the Championship odds of all 12 playoff squads. (50:08) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). USAA Learn more about USAA at USAA.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Down go the Buckeyes...again. Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down one of the worst losses in the history of "The Game" and the post game brawls the rippled throughout rivalry week, starting with Ohio State vs Michigan. The guys then bring you the penultimate College Football Playoff rankings and what it means heading into conference championship weekend. (1:39) One school that doesn't have to stress about their playoff spot this weekend is Notre Dame and their head coach, Marcus Freeman, joins the show to take you inside the program the was written off after an early season loss to Northern Illinois. #KeepThePain (59:00) Coach, Mark, and Rob then took a look at the top conference championship games during "Pick Six" and make their picks of UNLV v Boise State, Tulane v Army, Iowa State v Arizona State, Clemson v SMU, Penn State v Oregon, and Georgia v Texas. (1:17:10) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). USAA Learn more about USAA at USAA.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Game writes a new chapter this weekend. Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone react to a chaotic weekend and how it affected this week's College Football Playoff Rankings with Alabama, Ole Miss, Colorado, Texas A&M, and BYU all taking losses and tumbling outside of the top 12 with just one week left in the college football regular season. (0:43) Two of the best to ever play in The Game, Michigan Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson and former Ohio State All-American AJ Hawk, joined the guys to talk smack and discuss the future of each of their alma maters. (35:40) The guys shared their thoughts on newly fired North Carolina head coach Mack Brown and then picked the Week 14 rivalry games including Auburn v Alabama, Kansas State v Iowa State, Texas v Texas A&M, South Carolina v Clemson, Notre Dame v USC, and Ohio State v Michigan. Coach Meyer then gave his fondest memories against that team up north. (1:04:33) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indiana and Ohio State prepare for a historic showdown in Columbus. Google it, it's a big deal. Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down the latest rankings and playoff bracket with the Big Ten controlling the top and a plethora of 2-loss SEC teams jockeying to be invited to the College Football Playoff. Is it better to miss your conference championship game or make it and take an L? The guys debate. (1:31) Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti stops by after he signed an eight-year extension but before his 10-0 Hoosiers go to Columbus to take on the second-ranked Buckeyes. (19:32) Coach Meyer breaks down the keys to victory for the Hoosiers this weekend. The guys then made their Week 13 picks, including Indiana v Ohio State, Ole Miss v Florida, Penn State v Minnesota, BYU v Arizona State, Colorado v Kansas, Army v Notre Dame. (42:10)   New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the two-seed to outside the College Football Playoff in one week? Welcome to Georgia's world. Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down the latest rankings and playoff bracket as Georgia falls outside of the playoff while the Big Ten lays claim to four of the top five spots in the rankings for the first time ever. Coach and Mark make their case for the SEC while Rob stands up for the little guys getting it done this season. (1:42) Fair or Foul: celebrating with your friends after a loss? Kirby Smart sounded off and so did the guys. Coach takes you back to his first fine as a head coach, he still doesn't know where to find the checkbook. (23:35) We then present the blind resumes of five teams fighting to make The College Football Playoff and let the guys decide who is most worthy. Coach suprised himself when he saw who he chose (#PonyUpDallas). They then made their Week 12 picks, including Georgia v Tennessee, Oregon v Wisconsin, Utah v Colorado, Clemson v Pitt, Virginia v Notre Dame, and Texas v Arkansas. (36:10)   New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first ever 12-team College Football Playoff is here! Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone react to the first ever 12-team college football playoff rankings as the Big Ten leads the way with Oregon and Ohio State atop the rankings. Mark breaks down which SEC teams that the playoffs start this weekend and Coach talks about his feel good stories of the season and if they can make the playoffs (Hoosier fans want to stay for this). (1:48) Alex Smith was the #1 overall pick for the San Francisco 49ers in 2005, but before that he was a zero-star recruit turned Heisman finalist under Coach Meyer at Utah. He joins the guys to talk about his journey, filled with mental and physical hurdles, that turned him into the man he is today. Also, was USC lucky the Utes didn't get a shot at the Natty in 2004? (27:02) Army, Indiana, BYU, Oregon, and Miami are all having fantastic seasons, but which head coach is the coach of the year? The guys make the case for their favorites. They then pick the Week 11 games, including Alabama vs LSU, Georgia vs Ole Miss, Colorado vs Texas Tech, Indiana vs Michigan, Washington vs Penn State and the Holy War; BYU vs Utah. (53:33)   New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State and Penn State hang on to set up ANOTHER top five matchup in the Big Ten.    Coach Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone go between the numbers to take a look at Ohio State's offensive line issues and what can be done to fix them to keep them on track to compete for a College Football Playoff National Championship ahead of their marquee matchup with Penn State. Meanwhile in University Park, the Nittany Lions have a quarterback question after starter Drew Allar was injured and backup Beau Pribula led them to a win over the Badgers. (1:55)   Penn State do-it-all Tight End Tyler Warren joined the show to preview their game against the Buckeyes, take us into the mind of their new offensive coordinator and his play calls, and his transition from quarterback to future NFL tight end. (31:53)   The Heisman Trophy winner of the group, Ingram II, leads the way with his current leader in the clubhouse (hint: it's all about the U), and the guys give theirs before picking their Week 11 games. (55:28)   New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another #1 team goes down amid a wild fan response to a questionable call. Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone take you inside Georgia-Texas. They go through the resumes of Georgia, Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, Miami, and Penn State to determine who has earned the right to call themselves number 1 as well as a couple teams that could jump into the playoff conversation. (7:32) The NFL’s leading rusher, Derrick Henry of the Baltimore Ravens joined Mark and Rob to talk about his massive season, his place in NFL history, NBA vs the NFL, and his Crimson Tide.  (44:30) Finally, Coach and Mark take you inside what it’s like losing at a top program for players and coaches alike. The guys then hit the Pick Six, picking the winner of Illinois v Oregon, LSU v Texas A&M, Mizzou v Alabama, Navy v Notre Dame, and Ohio State v Nebraska. (1:08:14) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon and Ohio State deliver another classic game in a season full of them. Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down the final seconds of the Ducks and Buckeyes and what it means for both teams. James Franklin and Penn State get a marquee win over a USC team heading in the opposite direction down the rankings, while Alabama and Tennessee both escape another upset attempt. (5:20) Dillon Gabriel had the game of his career, quarterbacking the Ducks to the top of the Big Ten in their 32-31 win over the Buckeyes. He talked about his journey to get to this point in his career and how he can keep Oregon on track for their quest for the National Championship. (43:45) Finally, Coach, Mark, and Rob answered your questions about the Heisman, Vanderbilt, and the Tide. The guys then made their picks of the week including Tennessee vs Alabama, Georgia vs Texas, and Indiana vs Nebraska. (1:02:55) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The College Football world is shocked with not one, but five MASSIVE upsets. Mark Ingram II, Matt Leinart, and Rob Stone guide you through a weekend full of upsets starting with Mark’s reaction to Vanderbilt’s big win over the previously top-ranked Crimson Tide. Matt then gets to talk about his alma mater USC falling to Minnesota before the guys look at the championship hopes of those two schools, Tennessee, Missouri, and Michigan.  (3:00) One team that rolled over the weekend was second-ranked Ohio State. Their quarterback, Will Howard, stopped by ahead of the their matchup against #3 Oregon to talk about his favorite freshman weapon, that team up north, and their championship aspirations. (42:03) Finally, Mark and Rob took some listener questions (throw yours in the comments to be on next week) before making their Week 7 picks of a loaded slate that includes Texas vs Oklahoma, Penn State vs USC, Colorado vs Kansas State, BYU vs Arizona, LSU vs Ole Miss, and Ohio State vs Oregon. (57:28) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another meeting of the Tide and Bulldogs means another instant classic. Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone dive into the emotional roller coaster that was Georgia vs Alabama and what it means for both teams going forward. Colorado gets a statement win in Florida as Travis Hunter turns in another Heisman performance. (13:00) College football is transforming and one of the architects of it all is SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey, who joins the guys. He discusses the strength of the conference that just means more, the legislation of NIL, as well as the future of college football ahead of a historic meeting between the SEC and the Big Ten. (47:04) Then, the guys dive into the latest in NIL including an UNLV quarterback leaving his undefeated team. Coach Meyer takes a look at the NCAA and why they have turned into a toothless organization. Week 6 is coming up and the guys make their picks for Ohio State v Iowa, Mizzou v Texas A&M, Tennessee v Arkansas, Michigan v Washington, and Miami v Cal. Coach pays his respects to the late Pete Rose. (1:24:28) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conference play is upon us with some truly historic performances setting the tone. Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down USC’s introduction to the Big Ten and if Michigan can sustain their winning ways without throwing the ball. Travis Hunter puts on another unworldly performance, is the Colorado superstar on his way to winning a Heisman Trophy? (10:28) New Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoer joins the guys ahead of the Tide's matchup against #2 Georgia. He takes us back to the whirlwind week that had him coaching Washington in the National Championship on Monday and stepping off a plane in Tuscaloosa on Friday, as well as his success as an athlete outside of football. (36:30) Then, the guys take a look at what the 12-team College Football Playoff would look like if the season ended today and what teams are true contenders; is that Rocky Top playing in the background? They then hit the “Pick Six” and break down the top games of Week 5 including Louisville-Notre Dame, Illinois-Penn State, and of course, Georgia-Alabama. (1:00:10) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College and the NFL collide on this week’s episode of “The Triple Option.” With Texas at #1 once again, Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone discuss the Quinn Ewers-Arch Manning situation going forward. Florida and Florida State are in a dark place while the good ole days may be back in Nebraska. (10:06) NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell takes some time to join the guys and talk about the relationship between the NFL and College Football. He dives into the safety of the game, new changes to the kickoff rules, player eligibility, the fan base he DOESN’T have a problem with (Who Dat?), and the sport's future generations. (36:18) Why is the SEC back at the top of the sport and what can the Big Ten do to catch them? Coach Meyer breaks it down with a history lesson. The guys then make their Week 4 picks including USC and Michigan’s first Big Ten Meeting, a Big 12 showdown between Utah and Oklahoma State, and BYU’s chance to be a Dawg. (56:45) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Northern Illinois shocked the college football world and “The Triple Option” is at the epicenter of it all. Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down the upset of Notre Dame by the Huskies and the emotion that comes with a monumental win. The Texas Longhorns took care of business in Ann Arbor, something Mark saw coming a mile away. What’s next for the Irish and the Wolverines? (5:30) Then, the architect of the upset of the season, NIU Head Coach Thomas Hammock joined the guys. Coach took us into the moment that beating the fifth ranked team in the country became a reality, how to build team culture in the era of NIL, and the transfer portal, and the emotion of leading his alma mater into the AP Top 25. (32:15) An impressive performance in a loss of an Auburn recruit led to a trip down memory lane of the most dominant high school performances Coach Meyer has ever seen (calling Percy Harvin). The guys made their Week Three Pick Six including a pair of rivalry games out west in Oregon and Washington and the hottest team in the country you will never guess. #BearDown. (50:00) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week One of the College Football Season is in the books and no one breaks it down like “The Triple Option”.  Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone talk about the standout performances from the weekend, welcome Cam Ward to the Heisman race, question coaching tactics in Las Vegas, and give hope to an ACC school with a less than stellar start (not you Florida State). (8:55) Then, Texas Longhorns legend Colt McCoy stops by ahead of one of the biggest matchups of the season between his alma mater and defending national champion Michigan. He also looks back on his Heisman and National Championship battle with Mark, gives his take on the state of college football, and the very talented Texas quarterback room. (41:00) Coach Meyer takes you to the entrance of one of the most hostile environments in college football, which will make you want to shower off after hearing. (1:02:23) The guys then make give their game predictions for Week 2 and Mark crowns his latest Deuce Deuce Dawg of the Week in a PRIME time game. (1:07:20) New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com) The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs  A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors: BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR). ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone break down Georgia Tech’s upset over Florida State, including the Checkmate Moment that secured the win for the Yellow Jackets. (6:22)   Then, Head Coach of the #3 Oregon Ducks Dan Lanning joins the guys. With 15 transfers this year, including QB Dillon Gabriel, Lanning discussed his approach for finding which players are ready to win. Plus, the backing of Nike Founder Phil Knight, the Ducks move to the Big Ten, and their biggest game of the year; get ready Buckeyes. (14:06)   The guys preview their Heisman frontrunners, as Mark offers his experience as a Heisman Trophy winner. (34:00) And a preview of top matchups this week from USC to Miami, Clemson to Texas A&M, and more. (49:34)   New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community.   The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs    A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors:    NHTSA Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Paid for by NHTSA.   BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM!   First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR).   ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the inaugural episode of The Triple Option!  Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone preview the preseason Top 10 teams in college football, and explain how some teams may fall well short of expectations, while others outside of the Top 10 have a very realistic chance of competing for a National Championship.  Then, Nick Saban, 7-time National Champion Head Coach at Alabama and LSU joins the show to discuss the current state of college football and how changes over the past several years have impacted the game, recaps some of his favorite coaching memories against Urban Meyer, shares a funny story about recruiting Mark Ingram II, and fills us in on life after coaching.  The guys then predict their favorite opening weekend matchups, including Deuce Deuce’s Dog of the Week. We see you North Dakota State.  New episodes of The Triple Option drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all podcast platforms. Also make sure you’re locked in on social @3XOptionShow on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and to engage with the guys and the TO community. (https://tripleoptionshow.com)   The Triple Option is presented by Wendy’s. Try Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs Today https://wendys.com/nuggs    A big thank you to the rest of our sponsors:  NHTSA Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Paid for by NHTSA. BetMGM Use bonus code OPTION or go to https://betmgm.com/OPTION and get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM!   First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See BetMGM.com for Terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US) Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA),1-800-981-0023 (PR).   ZipRecruiter 4 out of 5 employees who post in ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day. Try for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/OPTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Triple Option launches August 21st. New episodes every Wednesday. Make sure you're following the show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us at @3XOptionShow on all social platforms for bonus content. This season, the game changes. Meyer, a 3x National Champion, combines years of experience on sidelines across the country and a passion for locker room culture for a truly unique perspective. Along with his Heisman, Ingram II brings the energy you would expect from a multiple-time 1,000 yard rusher at the game’s highest level. And then there’s Stone, with decades of experience on the mic covering the biggest events, taking you inside the minds of the sports greatest and behind the scenes of the moments that make you cheer. They’ll cover everything from the expanded college football playoff and NIL to conference realignment and the NFL Draft and everything in between.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices