Interview with Bill Connelly

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It’s that time again—the season is on the doorstep, and we brought in ESPN’s Bill Connelly to help us make sense of the chaos ahead. From his new SP+ rankings with a dozen teams clumped near the top to the Arch Manning hype train and a logjam of unproven quarterbacks, we dive headfirst into why 2025 might be the most unpredictable season in years.

We cover the teams with the widest range of outcomes (hello, Tennessee), the portal-fueled rebuilds at Purdue and West Virginia, and which traditional powers might quietly be underrated. Bill also opens up about his new book Forward Progress, why realignment and money distribution could shape the sport’s future, and what “canaries in the coal mine” fans should keep an eye on.

Plus, why offensive lines could make or break this year’s contenders, whether Texas Tech is ready to crash the playoff party, and what keeps college football so beautifully chaotic despite all the off-field drama.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
7:01 - Interview with Bill Connelly
55:12 - Outtro & Show Updates

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It&rsquo;s that time again&mdash;the season is on the doorstep, and we brought in ESPN&rsquo;s Bill Connelly to help us make sense of the chaos ahead. From his new SP+ rankings with a dozen teams clumped near the top to the Arch Manning hype train and a logjam of unproven quarterbacks, we dive headfirst into why 2025 might be the most unpredictable season in years.
We cover the teams with the widest range of outcomes (hello, Tennessee), the portal-fueled rebuilds at Purdue and West Virginia, and which traditional powers might quietly be underrated. Bill also opens up about his new book Forward Progress, why realignment and money distribution could shape the sport&rsquo;s future, and what &ldquo;canaries in the coal mine&rdquo; fans should keep an eye on.
Plus, why offensive lines could make or break this year&rsquo;s contenders, whether Texas Tech is ready to crash the playoff party, and what keeps college football so beautifully chaotic despite all the off-field drama.
Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 7:01 - Interview with Bill Connelly 55:12 - Outtro &amp; Show Updates
Support the show and get perks like ad-free episodes, early releases, bonus content, Discord access and much more: <a href="https://www.verballers.com">https://www.verballers.com</a>
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Pocket Casts:&nbsp;<a href="https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcasts">https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcasts</a>
Podcast Addict:&nbsp;<a href="https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addict">https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addict</a>
CastBox:&nbsp;<a href="https://play.solidverbal.com/castbox">https://play.solidverbal.com/castbox</a>
Our college football show is also available on YouTube.&nbsp;Subscribe to the channel at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal?sub_confirmation=1">https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal</a>
Learn more about the show on our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.solidverbal.com/about">https://www.solidverbal.com/about</a>
Want to get in touch?&nbsp;Give us a holler on Twitter:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twitter.com/solidverbal">@solidverbal</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twitter.com/tyhildenbrandt">@tyhildenbrandt</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twitter.com/danrubenstein">@danrubenstein</a>, on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/solidverbal">Instagram</a>, or on&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/solidverbal">Facebook</a>. You can also find our college football podcast out on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@solidverbal">TikTok</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.threads.net/@solidverbal">Threads</a>. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter:&nbsp;<a href="https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe">https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe</a>.
College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!
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College football in all its glory. Ditch the mainstream and break the huddle with The Solid Verbal. Since 2008, Ty Hildenbrandt and Dan Rubenstein have been shaking up the college football podcasting scene with their fun and unique blend of commentary. Whether you're a diehard or a casual observer, the show taps into your fandom with spirited debates, fresh perspectives, and segments you won't hear anywhere else. Recognized as trailblazers in the podcasting world, The Solid Verbal isn't just another college football show—it's America's College Football Podcast. Become a Verballer today and join thousands of others who don't just love college football, they live it!Follow The Solid Verbal College Football podcast on your favorite app today and download everything you need to know this offseason.

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ESPN's Bill Connelly On Looming 2025 Chaos, Uncertain Quarterbacks & College Football’s Future

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