Episode Details

College football news and 2026 defensive rankings updates — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest storylines shaping the upcoming season.

In today’s episode:

Top five returning linebackers in college football — featuring Xavier Atkins (Auburn), Whit Weeks (LSU), Mohamed Toure (Miami), and other impact defenders poised to anchor their units in 2026.

Defensive breakout stars to know — including LSU’s DJ Pickett and Oregon’s Brandon Finney Jr., plus the young defenders ready to emerge nationally.

Jaden Rashada settles with Billy Napier — what the resolution means for both sides and how it impacts the broader college football landscape.

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