Breaking Down the 2024 CFB Playoff Rankings & NFL Trade Deadline Surprises | Coach & Company Podcast | November 5th, 2025

Full Podcast Summary / Show Notes (Timestamps Included): 00:01:06 – 00:02:36 | Welcome & Announcements Jonathan Coachman kicks things off, recapping highlights from the morning show and teasing a special episode featuring Karrion Kross. Upcoming topics for the episode: NFL trade deadline and College Football Playoff (CFB) rankings. 00:02:36 – 00:06:15 | NFL Trade Deadline Fallout Raphael and Mikey P analyze major NFL trades, spotlighting the Colts' and Seahawks' aggressive moves. Deep dive into the Jets' controversial roster moves and implications for Glenn, their head coach’s future. Jonathan Coachman discusses the differences in job security between NFL and NCAA coaches. 00:06:16 – 00:11:07 | Colts, Cowboys & NFL Team Building Jonathan Coachman and Mikey P debate the Colts' playoff outlook and the surprising Cowboys trades. Raphael questions if Cowboys' moves are for media attention versus genuine playoff contention. Deep discussion on the Cowboys’ struggles, Jerry Jones’ leadership, and culture issues inside Dallas. 00:11:07 – 00:15:26 | NFL Culture, Locker Room Dynamics & Jerry Jones Shtick Jonathan Coachman and Mikey P dissect the lack of team camaraderie in Dallas, contrasting it with winning franchises. Colorful commentary on Stephen A. Smith and Jerry Jones’ high-profile antics. 00:15:26 – 00:22:37 | College Football Playoff Rankings Breakdown Jonathan Coachman unveils the new CFB Playoff format and rankings, spotlighting the lack of Group of Five teams in the top 25. Mikey P and Raphael analyze why teams like Memphis should sneak into the rankings for added intrigue. The crew dissects why teams like Indiana and Notre Dame are getting love for big wins and how “running up the score” may impact playoff seeding and betting lines. 00:22:37 – 00:24:59 | CFB Contenders & Week Ahead Predictions Spotlight on hot teams like Utah, Texas Tech, BYU, and the importance of late-season upsets. Mikey P highlights LSU as a potential spoiler for Alabama in the coming weeks. Jonathan Coachman teases upcoming CFB and NFL matchups with betting relevance. 00:24:59 – 00:26:11 | MLB Ratings & Shohei Ohtani Debate Sidebar on MLB’s World Series ratings, wrestling show numbers, and Shohei Ohtani’s place in baseball history. Raphael makes a case for why Ohtani could become baseball’s GOAT. 00:26:11 – 00:27:45 | Wrap-Up & What’s Next Jonathan Coachman thanks the team, recaps the episode, and previews Thursday night’s football and college games to watch out for. Mikey P shouts out Georgia Southern vs. App State as a must-see game, and the crew jokes about HBCUs and sleeper teams. Suggested Time Codes for Ad Inserts: After Intro/Announcements: ~00:02:36 (before NFL segment—great for sponsored fantasy, betting, or live TV apps) Before CFB Playoff Segment: ~00:15:26 (natural break between NFL and CFB content—perfect for sportsbook ads or ticketing promotions) Before Final Wrap-Up: ~00:24:59 (catch listeners prepping for the end—ideal spot for brand partnerships or merch) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.