The Ruffino & Joe Show

College football news, Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech football, all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down three major storylines shaping the sport right now. Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has taken an indefinite leave and entered a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction while the NCAA investigates potential betting violations, creating a huge offseason question for Joey McGuire and the Red Raiders.

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College football spring game reaction, Notre Dame football, Oregon football, Alabama recruiting, CJ Carr, Marcus Freeman, Dante Moore, Dan Lanning, and Elijah Haven are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest headlines from around the sport. Notre Dame’s Blue-Gold game and Oregon’s spring game both gave fans an early look at key 2026 storylines, while five-star quarterback Elijah Haven added another major recruiting win for Alabama by committing to the Crimson Tide.

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College football news, Auburn football 2026 preview, Alex Golesh, Byrum Brown, Xavier Atkins, Jeremy Pruitt, and College Football Playoff rankings show changes are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest around the sport. Auburn enters 2026 with Alex Golesh as head coach after his move from USF, and Byrum Brown followed him to Auburn after becoming the only FBS quarterback in 2025 to top 3,000 passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards. Xavier Atkins is also back after a monster 2025 season in which he led Auburn with 84 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 9 sacks.

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College football news, Florida football 2026 preview, College Football Playoff changes, Florida State football, Jadan Baugh, Tramell Jones, Jon Sumrall, Ashton Daniels, and Mike Norvell are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest storylines in the sport. Florida just wrapped its first spring under Jon Sumrall, with Jadan Baugh back as a centerpiece and the quarterback conversation still drawing attention around Tramell Jones and the Gators’ 2026 ceiling.

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College football spring game takeaways, Georgia football, Ohio State football, Miami football, NCAA schedule changes, Week 0, and College Football Playoff news are all on the table as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest spring football headlines.

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College football news, Michigan football 2026 preview, Iowa tampering penalties, Notre Dame conference realignment, Bryce Underwood, Andrew Marsh, Kyle Whittingham, and Marcus Freeman are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories shaping the sport right now. Michigan enters 2026 with Kyle Whittingham in his first year as head coach, Bryce Underwood locked in as QB1, and Andrew Marsh returning as one of the Wolverines’ most important playmakers after leading the team in catches, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns in 2025.

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College football news, USC football 2026 preview, Texas football NIL talk, Alabama injury news, and LSU spring practice buzz are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in the sport. The show starts with a USC football 2026 preview, looking at what to expect from Jayden Maiava and Lincoln Riley after USC’s official spring outlook called Maiava the returning centerpiece of the offense, while also discussing what Tanook Hines’ recovery means after he missed spring practice following an offseason procedure.

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College football spring practice intel, Alabama football, Florida football, Tennessee football, quarterback battles, and Chaz Coleman are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest spring football storylines shaping the 2026 season. Recent spring reporting has highlighted an active Alabama quarterback competition between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, an ongoing Florida quarterback battle between Aaron Philo and Tramell Jones Jr., and a Tennessee race featuring George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon.

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College football news, NCAA eligibility rule changes, Texas Tech football 2026, Brendan Sorsby, Joey McGuire, Jeremiah Smith, Miami football, Ohio State football, NIL, and the transfer portal are all in focus as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football. Reports of possible NCAA eligibility rule changes are picking up after the NCAA said Division I members are reviewing all eligibility rules and the first phase of that review could change pre-enrollment requirements for future athletes.

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College football news, NIL, the transfer portal, conference championship games, Alabama football, Georgia football, and NCAA eligibility are all in the spotlight as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football right now.

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College football spring practice intel, Ohio State football, Texas football, Alabama football, Pete Golding, Dabo Swinney, Luke Ferrelli, tampering, and transfer portal drama are all front and center as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories in college football right now.

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College football spring practice intel, Miami football 2026, Nebraska football spring ball, and College Football Playoff committee news headline today’s show as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest around the sport. The guys start with a Miami 2026 preview, including what to expect from Darian Mensah, Mario Cristobal, and Malachi Toney as the Hurricanes build early momentum in spring practice. Mensah transferred to Miami this offseason, and national reporting has already highlighted the potential of Miami’s offense with Mensah and returning playmakers like Toney.

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College football news, Ohio State football, Miami football, NCAA eligibility, Ole Miss football, Michigan football, and LSU football all collide in today’s show as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest headlines shaping the 2026 season. Jeremiah Smith appeared to imply that Miami and Mario Cristobal pushed to get the Ohio State star wide receiver to transfer, the NCAA lost its appeal in the Trinidad Chambliss eligibility case, Kyle Whittingham compared Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood to Cam Newton, and Lane Kiffin tried to cool off expectations for LSU in 2026.

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College football spring practice intel, spring ball storylines, Georgia football, Notre Dame football, Florida football, Miami football, and Chandler Morris eligibility news are all in focus as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest in college football.

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College football news, Oklahoma football 2026 preview, Missouri football quarterback news, NCAA eligibility drama, and Michigan football investigation fallout are all on the table as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest headlines in college football. Oklahoma’s 2026 outlook centers on quarterback John Mateer and head coach Brent Venables, while Missouri has officially named Austin Simmons its starting quarterback for the 2026 season.

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College football news, Texas A&M football 2026 preview, Utah football coaching drama, and new NCAA rule changes — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest stories shaping the 2026 college football season.

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Texas A&M 2026 preview: What to expect from Mike Elko, Marcel Reed, Mario Craver, and the rest of the Aggies as Texas A&M looks to take the next step in the SEC, compete in the College Football Playoff race, and build a roster capable of contending nationally.
Utah football and Kyle Whittingham fallout: New details continue to emerge su...

College football news and 2026 season outlook — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down four major storylines shaping the sport.

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Indiana 2026 preview: What to expect from Curt Cignetti, Josh Hoover, Nick Marsh, and the rest of the Hoosiers as Indiana tries to build on its momentum and stay relevant in the Big Ten race.

Eli Drinkwitz on the future of college football: The Missouri head coach shares his thoughts on where the sport is headed, and the guys react to what his comments could mean for the SEC, NIL, and the tr...

College football news and 2026 season outlook — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down three major storylines shaping the future of the sport.

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Ohio State 2026 preview: What to expect from Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, Ryan Day, Kenyatta Jackson, and the rest of a loaded Buckeyes roster as Ohio State chases another Big Ten title and College Football Playoff run.

Greg Sankey on a possible SEC split from the NCAA: What the SEC commissioner said, why it matters, and how a breakaway could reshape the power structure of college football.

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Georgia Football 2026 preview headlines this episode as Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down what to expect from the Bulldogs, including Gunner Stockton, Kirby Smart, Nate Frazier, and Ellis Robinson. They also discuss the latest NIL issues as the College Sports Commission continues struggling to process deals, plus what Ohio State making Matt Patricia the highest-paid defensive coordinator in college football means for Ryan Day.

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College football news and 2026 season outlook — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down two major storylines shaping the national landscape.

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Notre Dame 2026 preview: What to expect from Marcus Freeman, CJ Carr, and cornerback Leonard Moore as the Fighting Irish push for College Football Playoff contention in 2026. The guys discuss roster strengths, key questions, and what has to happen for Notre Dame to take the next step.

Lincoln Riley hot seat tracker at USC: How much pressure is on Lincoln Riley this season, what would have to go wrong for USC to...

College football news and NIL/transfer portal updates — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest major developments that could reshape the sport.

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College football news and 2026 season outlook — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down three major storylines shaping the sport heading toward the 2026 college football season.

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Oregon 2026 preview: What to expect from Dante Moore, Dan Lanning, Dakorien Moore, and Brandon Finney as the Ducks push for Big Ten contention and a College Football Playoff run.

Dabo Swinney hot seat tracker: How much pressure is on the Clemson head coach, what would have to happen for Clemson to consider a move, and what the Tigers’ 2026 outlook means for his job security.

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College football news and 2026 season outlook — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest storylines shaping the sport right now.

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Texas 2026 preview: What to expect from Arch Manning, Cam Coleman, Colin Simmons, and Steve Sarkisian as the Longhorns push toward SEC contention and the College Football Playoff.

Mike Norvell hot seat tracker: How much pressure is on the Florida State head coach, what would have to happen for a change, and how the 2026 outlook shapes his future.

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College football news and NCAA eligibility updates — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest legal and roster developments shaping the sport in the NIL and transfer portal era.

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

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Top five safeties in college football — including Peyton Bowen (Oklahoma), Koi Perich (Oregon), KJ Bolden (Georgia), and other elite defensive backs entering the 2026 season.

Potential targeting rule changes — could college football adjust one of its most controversial penalties?

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College football news and 2026 defensive rankings updates — Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest headlines across the sport.

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Top 5 cornerbacks in college football — featuring Leonard Moore (Notre Dame), DJ Pickett (LSU), and other elite defensive backs poised to dominate in 2026.

Joey Aguilar denied an extra year of eligibility at Tennessee — what the ruling means for the Volunteers and the broader college football eligibility landscape.

South Carolina injury update — top transfer offensive lineman Jacrius Peak suffers an injury, and the guys discuss how it impacts the Gamecocks heading...

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

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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...

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino discuss: The Top 5 defensive tackles heading into 2026 — including Oregon’s Amauri Washington, Indiana’s Tyrique Tucker, Miami’s Ahmad Moten, and more elite interior defenders.

Trindidad Chambliss cleared to play in 2026 following Thursday’s court hearing — what this means for his team and his future.

Big Ten’s internal 24-team College Football Playoff proposal — how expansion could reshape the postseason landscape.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest major storylines across college football, including elite defensive playmakers, offensive breakout candidates, and coaching drama.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest storylines across college football as attention shifts toward the 2026 season.
They reveal their Top 5 offensive lines in college football for 2026, discussing why programs like Georgia, Notre Dame, USC, Oregon, and other contenders are built to dominate in the trenches and how offensive line play continues to separate championship-level teams.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest major storylines across college football, including player rankings, governance debates, and conference power dynamics.

They reveal their Top 5 returning wide receivers in college football, discussing elite playmakers like Jeremiah Smith, Malachi Toney, Cam Coleman, and other receivers poised to dominate the 2026 season.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest developments across college football, including player rankings, eligibility controversies, and NIL debates. They reveal their Top 5 running backs in college football, discussing standout players like Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy, Miami’s Mark Fletcher, Florida’s Jadan Baugh, and other elite backs who are shaping the 2026 season outlook.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest major storylines across college football, including quarterback rankings, coaching changes, and transfer portal drama.

They share their way-too-early Top 5 quarterback rankings in college football, debating where Arch Manning, Darian Mensah, Julian Sayin, and Trindidan Chambliss stack up heading into the 2026 season.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest news and early projections across college football as the focus turns toward the 2026 season.

They share way-too-early ACC predictions, discussing where Miami, Florida State, Clemson, and other contenders stack up in the conference race and which programs are best positioned to compete for a College Football Playoff spot.

The discussion also turns to way-too-early Big 12 predictions, analyzing Texas Tech, Arizona State, Kansas State, and more as the conference continues to evolve in the expanded playoff era.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest developments across college football, including major transfer portal news and early conference championship projections for the 2026 season for the Big Ten and SEC.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest major topics across college football as the focus shifts toward the 2026 season.

They share way-too-early Top 5 rankings, discuss early Heisman Trophy contenders, and make SEC title predictions, analyzing which programs are best positioned to contend next year.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino react to the latest news and storylines across college football.

They share their final thoughts on the College Football National Championship between Indiana and Miami, breaking down what’s next for Curt Cignetti and Mario Cristobal. The guys also give their way-too-early 2026 National Championship predictions, discuss the latest transfer portal updates, and react to the escalating Darian Mensah situation, as Duke is reportedly suing him amid his attempt to transfer.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino share their College Football National Championship reaction after Indiana beat Miami, breaking down how the game unfolded and what it means for both programs.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest college football news and storylines shaping the sport.

They share their College Football National Championship picks, previewing how Curt Cignetti, Fernando Mendoza, Carson Beck, and Mario Cristobal match up in the title game.

The guys also discuss the developing situation with Darian Mensah, who’s attempting to leave Duke through the transfer portal, possibly heading to Miami, and react to the ongoing College Football Playoff expansion talks — including how the Army-Navy Game could impact future scheduling.

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Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the latest developments across college football, including major quarterback decisions and transfer portal news shaping the 2026 season.

They discuss Ty Simpson’s surprising decision to stay at Alabama, Dante Moore’s return to Oregon, Justice Haynes’ move to Georgia Tech, and the growing momentum behind College Football Playoff expansion.

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