Tailgate on the Quad

Kevin & Ciarnan dive into the wild world of college football scandals. From Louisiana Tech’s brutal 20-game schedule and conference drama, to the Big Ten's request for clarity on tampering rules, the crew pulls no punches. They weigh in on Michigan’s lawsuits, USC’s controversial jersey retirements, and infamous college football scandals, like McDonald’s bags full of cash from Tennessee, strippers on university credit cards at Alabama, and even LSU’s reappropriated children’s hospital funds. The highlight: an epic Scandals Bracket showdown, where creative (and sometimes shocking) collegiate missteps battle for the title of most outrageous. Expect hilarious banter, sharp analysis, and the ultimate winner, with Jared from the Korner Booth being the deciding vote! 00:00 "Conference USA Drama Unfolds" 09:10 Big Ten Tampering and Penn State 18:03 Legacy Dismissed: An Insult 19:22 "Scandals: Lighthearted Sports Moments" 29:09 "Nuclear Secrets Rivalry Scandal" 35:41 "LSU's Unending Scandals" 45:33 "Bobby Petrino Neck Brace Iconic" 48:05 "Bobby P's Doofus Image" 53:57 "Unhinged Hatred for Teams" 59:26 NFL Cover-Up Comedy Critique

On this episode of "Tailgate on the Quad," Kevin and Ciarnan return with technical difficulties and dive headfirst into St. Patrick’s Day festivities with their Irish Bracket—crowning the most iconic Irish thing. The hosts debate everything from Michael D. Higgins’ famous Bernese Mountain Dogs to the international powerhouse Guinness, alongside Irish staples like Kerrygold butter, St. Patrick’s and St. Stephen’s Day, the Gaelic Athletic Association, and discuss some history including Michael Collins and the IRA.  0:00:00 – Welcome back, St. Patrick’s Day preview, and camera woes 0:06:00 – College football roster spending: LSU, Texas Tech, and NIL talk 0:12:00 – NCAA eligibility battles and transfer controversies: Trinidad Chambliss case 0:18:00 – South Carolina Gamecocks optimism vs. reality; Penn State parallels 0:24:00 – Ohio State president scandal, the evolution of college sport scandals, and Penn State sues MLB Draft League team 0:30:00 – Irish Bracket introduction: Michael D. Higgins’ Dogs vs. Fighting Irish, Guinness debate 0:36:00 – Kerrygold vs. Ciarnan, Irish holiday faceoff: St. Patrick’s Day vs. St. Stephen’s Day 0:42:00 – Potato chips vs. Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), Michael Collins vs Irish language 0:48:00 – Wolf Tones vs Boston, Temple Bar vs Aer Lingus Classic, IRA vs Lucky Charms 0:54:00 – Jameson vs IRA, Guinness vs Kerrygold, St. Patrick’s Day vs GAA, deep bracket upsets 1:00:00 – Irish bracket semifinals: Michael Collins vs Jameson, Guinness vs GAA, championship matchup 1:06:00 – Guinness wins: Irish bracket recap, St. Patrick’s Day plans, Six Nations rugby & episode close

After a short break, hosts Kevin and Ciarnan return to tackle a wild mix of college football news and their signature shenanigans. The episode opens with reflections on Notre Dame legend Lou Holtz’s passing and his legacy, followed by reactions to recent FBS realignments: Sacramento State’s surprising move to the MAC and North Dakota State joining the Mountain West. NIL deals and corporate sponsorships on jerseys spark a passionate debate about the sanctity of college football. Finally, the duo dive into their March bracket: “Mascots You Wouldn’t Trust Around Your Kids.” From live animals to unsettling costumed characters, they break down which mascots are the most suspect, culminating in a showdown between two 2025 preseason Natty Picks! 0:00:00 – Welcome back, offseason recap, and Lou Holtz tribute 0:06:00 – Sacramento State’s move to FBS; MAC realignment opinions 0:12:00 – North Dakota State to Mountain West; FCS to FBS dynamics 0:18:00 – NFL Combine reactions, athletic freaks, and skeptic takes 0:24:00 – NIL sponsor patches: Arkansas/college corporatization rant 0:30:00 – Enron Y2K Bowl dreams and bracket segment intro 0:36:00 – Mascots you wouldn’t trust: bracket reveals and first round 0:42:00 – Mascot debates continue: Elite Eight and unsettling opinions 0:48:00 – Championship round 0:54:00 – Closing thoughts, upcoming bracket tease, and outro

On this special “Award Show” episode of Tailgate on the Quad, Kevin and Ciarnan close out the college football season with the inaugural Tailgate Awards! The hosts dive into the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s surprising snub of Bill Belichick and debate the chaos of the transfer portal, NIL, and NCAA governance (or lack thereof). They break down the year’s “best” and “worst” across college football with listener-driven categories: Most Disappointing Team, the Notre Dame Award for Most Pretentious Fanbase, the Skip Bayless Award for Worst Media Personality, and more!  00:00 "Hall of Fame Voting Controversy" 05:43 "Patriots, Mahomes, and Legacy Bias" 09:12 "College Football Accountability Issues" 11:17 "Dabo Sweeney Stands Firm" 14:58 "Tackling Ejections and Momentum" 19:47 "Colorado's Decline Under Sanders" 22:12 "Debating College Football Inclusions" 24:54 Ohio State & Ole Miss Discussion 28:24 "Texas A&M Comeback Reaction" 32:37 Big Ten vs. SEC Debate 36:34 "Doink Award Worst Kicker Rant" 39:15 "DJ Dog Winner: Peter" 41:38 "Fernando's Selfless Team Spirit" 44:00 "Signing Off for Break"

Kevin and Ciarnan break down Indiana's jaw-dropping national championship win, comparing its improbability to Leicester City's legendary run. They evaluate the impact of coach Curt Cignetti, debate media skepticism, and discuss what Indiana's success means for college football’s future. The hosts dissect the championship game, highlight pivotal moments for both Indiana and Miami, and consider whether either team can replicate their success next season. With hot takes on NIL, transfer portal drama, and the unusual case of Duke suing its own quarterback, the show dives deep into the evolving college football landscape.   00:00 Thrilling Game Sealed by Interception 10:19 Signetti's Impact and Future Uncertainty 12:34 "Competitive Futures for Teams" 18:30 "Short-Term Success Strategy in Sports" 26:22 "Indiana's Unlikely Football Peak" 29:40 "Frustration Over Missed Opportunity" 38:13 "Iowa Offense and Rankings Recap" 44:46 "Duke Sues Quarterback Darian Mensa" 45:36 "Honor Contracts in College Sports" 55:05 "2007-Era Drama and Surprises" 57:21 "Tailgate Awards and Top Teams"