The Ins and Outs of Covering College Sports With Richard Johnson

In this episode of Beyond the Game with Hal, I sit down with Richard Johnson is a respected college football writer and analyst known for his coverage of the College Football Playoff and the biggest stories in the sport. We dive into his journey into sports journalism, what it's like covering college football at the highest level, and how the CFP has reshaped the landscape of the game. Richard shares NIL, the transfer portal, and conference realignment are changing college football. He also discusses the challenges of reporting in a fast-moving media environment, the balance between storytelling and analysis, and what makes a college football story truly matter. Whether you're a die-hard college football fan or someone interested in sports media and storytelling, this conversation goes beyond the headlines to explore the people, pressure, and decisions that define the sport.