An Eye and an Eer: College Football Podcast

Episode 33

Tom Perry — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:07:37 GMT

While Tom can't wait for the start of the football season, Phil admits he could use a little more time to save up his energy (and money) for another season of Buckeyes football. However, both of our fearless podcasters have already identified a game during the first week that neither will miss (can you say Oregon at Boise State and Georgia at Okie State?). The guys differ on their opinion about a 13-year-old who has committed to play at Tennessee, while both understand Air Force's Troy Calhoun's complaint about the BCS. Oh yea, Tom gets his digs in on Rich Rodriguez and Bob Stoops again. Enjoy the show.

Episode 32

Tom Perry — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:01:37 GMT

Does the NCAA have any backbone left? We don't think so. With the weak penalties being handed out to Alabama and Florida State, USC shouldn't be too concerned about the Reggie Bush fiasco. Phil and Tom also discuss how Penn State is waxing the floor with Pitt in its own backyard and snatching top recruits from the WPIAL. We are also wondering how the Big Ten has three of the top 10 revenue-earning programs in the nation, but still suck. Sorry, but we also broke our own self-imposed rule about not talking about Notre Dame. We just can't help ourselves.

Episode 31

Tom Perry — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:03:24 GMT

Time to dissect Phil and Tom's preseason conference rankings (Phil totally trashes Tom's ACC picks). We also take a look at the potential of BCS busters joining BCS conferences and does that make sense, as well as the most over-rated and most under-rated coaches today. We also think the NCAA will uphold its decision to take away victories from Bobby Bowden, and that Our Boy Lane Kiffin may actually be crazy. Enjoy.

Episode 30

Tom Perry — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:05:39 GMT

The ACC and Pac-10 seem like an odd pairing, but the two coastal conferences just may form a new College Football network that will show just their games. Finally, Greg Paulus made a decision for his one year of football action. Phil and Tom also look at rising and declining conferences as well as a faux pas by the Sports Information Office at Notre Dame. Also, Phil peppers Tom with three quick hitters that involve WVU. Tune in to hear what he has to say about the Mountaineers.

Episode 29

Tom Perry — Sat, 09 May 2009 15:02:34 GMT

Who was supposed to babysit Joe Paterno this week? Whoever it was didn't do their job. The legendary coach was spouting off about expanding the Big 10 to 12 teams so they could have a championship game. One of his choices to join? Pitt, a school he won't schedule right now as a great non-conference matchup. We also evaluate the value of preseason College Football magazines like Athlon, Street & Smith and Phil Steele and the value of the Mock Drafts. Let's not forget, we also update our picks for the Fulmer Cup.

Episode 28

Tom Perry — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:06:40 GMT

Back in the studio, Phil and Tom talk about the best non-BCS coaches, including Gary Patterson at TCU and Kyle Whittingham at Utah. We also offer teams facing the biggest question marks in the ACC and Pac-10, as well as dissect the drama that is Greg Paulus. Our quick hitters are some of our best yet. We wonder why Nick Saban was wearing a suit during the Alabama spring game, why Pete Carroll is writing a book and how Jackie Sherrill is getting Mississippi State into trouble again.

Episode 27

Tom Perry — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:03:18 GMT

It appears only Tom is ready for College Football to get going again (spring practice doesn't count). Phil is enamored with the Columbus Blue Jackets and their first appearance in the NHL playoffs. But the big guy still made time to talk about his real love. So your two favorite podcasters predict two surprise winners in 2009, breakdown the Big 12 and SEC as well as ponder what could have been if Mitch Mustain had never left Arkansas. During Quick Hitters we call out Pete Carroll and Jim Leavitt and look at the NFL draft again.

Episode 26

Tom Perry — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:10:56 GMT

With everyone mesmerized by March Madness, Phil and Tom provide some perspective on how this playoff system would not work for football. We also look at the Big 10 and Big East teams that face the biggest question marks this spring (HINT: Michigan and Louisville), and we make a pledge to not discuss Notre Dame football again until the Fighting Irish play a meaningful game. Our dynamic duo also do some rapid fire questions, including one on why the defending national champion Florida Gators are afraid to play The U.

Episode 25

Tom Perry — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:57:16 GMT

Now for some questions. If the NCAA really makes Florida State vacate a number of victories because of the latest scandal is this the beginning of the end for Bobby Bowden? Is there anyone more exciting for college football right now than Lane Kiffin at Tennessee? Do we really need spring football games? What was UT-San Antonio thinking when it hired Larry Coker? These are just a few of the topics that Phil and Tom discuss this week on their College Football Podcast.

Episode 24

Tom Perry — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:17:32 GMT

Coming at you a day early, Phil and Tom are doing their best to survive the harsh winter months and no college football. So doing the podcast is one way to cheer us up. On today's show we look at the best and worst places for coaches, evaluate the pros and cons of the NFL combine and provide our pick for the annual Fulmer Cup. Our quick hitters also provide some insight into the future at Ohio State and WVU. Hope you enjoy Episode 24.

Episode 23

Tom Perry — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:43:51 GMT

Has it really been two weeks already? Guess so because Phil and Tom are back in the studio with a new podcast for everyone. They're talking about the poor economy and the impact on College Football, Ole Miss and its 38 recruits, the potential of Jon Gruden landing on his feet at the collegiate level and poor Larry Coker. Hope you enjoy Episode 23.

Episode 22

Tom Perry — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:22:47 GMT

After a longer-than-expected hiatus, we're back with another episode of An 'Eye and an 'Eer. College Football season never truly ends for Phil and Tom. Today we discuss the annoying development in recruiting that involves high school players trying to one up each other in how they announce their decision. We also look at the best quarterback coming out of college and the Mountain West Conference's plea to be included in the Bowl Championship Series. We also give you our dream game for WVU and Ohio State.

Episode 21

Tom Perry — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:50:17 GMT

Really, College Football season is over? Where did it go? Well the Florida Gators are National Champs and it's time to go into the off season. Phil and Tom won't spend too much time talking about recruiting, but in this episode we will discuss a future that includes a playoff, make some stupid predictions for 2009, decide if Tim Tebow is about to become the most hated player in College Football history and what underclassmen have made the worst decision to come out early for the NFL Draft. Oh yea, and we'll talk about that BCS Championship game a little. We will continue to do the podcast, but now we are going to every other week until late summer.

Episode 20

Tom Perry — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:35:22 GMT

The BCS Championship Game is tomorrow night, so it's time to provide a little analysis of the Florida Gators and Oklahoma Sooners, and of course, make our predictions. We also spend some time reflecting on the other BCS Bowl games, including Texas' come-from-behind win over Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl. Other topics include Boston College's Jeff Jagodzinki (can you still call him the BC coach?), split national championships, Steve Spurrier, Mike Leach and the announcing during the bowls.

Episode 19

Tom Perry — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:59:13 GMT

With five bowl games on New Year's Eve and another five on New Year's Day, Phil and Tom have plenty to discuss. Can the Big 10 win a bowl game? Is anyone going to watch the Orange Bowl? How important was Notre Dame's win in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl for Charlie Weis? The guys also talk about the future for Ohio State and West Virginia, as well as take a look at some of the bright spots from the bowl season and some of the not so bright spots. Hope you enjoy Episode 19.