Podcast Archive

Browse and listen to all 253 episodes of The Virtual Tailgate.

Dec 10, 2025 S15 Ep 16

Season 15 - Bowls: Permanent Damage

On this episode of The Virtual Tailgate, the crew dives into the thrilling ACC Championship game, where the Duke Blue Devils triumphed over the Virginia Cavaliers in a nail-biting overtime finish. The hosts breakdown key moments from the game, including Tony Elliott's controversial decisions and a miscue that allowed UVA to tie the score before falling to Chandler Morris' critical interception.Highlighting the unexpected rise of Duke as conference champions, they commend head coach Manny Diaz's bold strategies, contrasting it with Virginia's storied struggles and an unfortunate title drought since 1995. Jarred takes listeners on a historical journey through ACC championships, adding humor to UVA's woes and examining the shifting dynamics in the league, especially regarding Notre Dame's cooled relations with the conference.The episode features an engaging twist with "The Great Bowl Auction of 2025," as the hosts compete to predict outcomes for various bowl games, filled with analysis and lighthearted banter. Listeners are reminded of valuable life lessons, including the importance of rooting for your team and avoiding risky plays. Tune in for an entertaining mix of game analysis, historical reflections, and spirited competition in this week's episode!0:07 Introduction to the Season2:14 The ACC Championship Recap5:13 Manny Diaz's Bold Moves5:47 Power Rankings Discussion7:07 A Trip Down Memory Lane8:47 Virginia vs. Virginia Tech Comparison10:10 Conference Championship Controversies14:53 Notre Dame's Relationship with the ACC16:55 The ACC and College Football Playoffs25:11 Emergency Pod Plans for Notre Dame26:08 The Great Bowl Auction30:38 Bidding Begins for Military Bowl37:03 Gator Bowl Insights41:14 The Disrespect Bowl48:56 Clemson vs. Penn State Preview53:00 Pitt's Game Strategy58:16 Miami vs. Texas A&M1:03:55 Holiday Bowl Excitement1:04:24 Arizona State's Challenges1:11:03 Memphis's Coaching Changes1:13:50 BYU's Strong Finish1:15:56 Closing Thoughts and Rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:17:05
Dec 3, 2025 S15 Ep 15

Season 15 - Week 15: Cavaliers become Goliaths

This week on the Virtual Tailgate, the crew celebrates the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 ACC regular season while tackling off-field antics and defining what “confidence” truly means in the world of college football. Andrew, David, and the gang waste no time delving into the outrageously chaotic landscape that is the final stretch of the season, where David sets the tone by wrestling with the Commonwealth Cup, excitedly acknowledging the show's intro and jokingly revealing his current digestive state.The episode kicks off with a whimsical word breakdown from Andrew—"Con" and “Dense”—flowing into an unplanned analysis of “confidence.” As the conversation seamlessly pivots to football, the guys reflect on the recent games and hand out Game Balls with particular praise for Jamari Taylor's remarkable performance leading Virginia during the Commonwealth Clash and Cal's JKS for derailing SMU’s championship dreams with an epic showing that secured a winning season for the Golden Bears.Fueled by robust banter amidst their analysis, the team takes time to reaffirm the notion of “Coastal Chaos,” sharing anecdotes about the ACC’s unpredictable nature and how every team seems to suffer from this madness. David introduces a riveting debate on the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, with the spotlight shining on Taylor and the standout statistics of Clemson's Ricardo Jones, establishing a compelling case for each selection. As opinions clash, the guys explore the intricacies involved in determining the Coach of the Year, with varying viewpoints about both Tony Elliott's competence at Virginia and Brent Pry’s tenure at Virginia Tech.Examining the established narrative, the team draws attention to the unexpected rivalry budding between Duke and Virginia as they prepare to clash in the ACC Championship. Tension fills the air as they analyze each team’s potential paths to victory, weighing both strengths and weaknesses while discussing Darian Mensah's performance against Virginia’s defense, which had previously kept him in check. They challenge each other on key matchups, revealing the brewing pressure on the Cavaliers to perform—a stark contrast to Duke, who seem to be the wild cards of the match-up.In an amusing twist, Jared includes a “number of the week” segment, highlighting his unfortunate betting futility at almost $1,200 lost—a new record and a comedic reminder of the ups and downs of college football fandom. The team then dives deeper into strategic discussions about each team's coaching and player nuances, illuminating how past encounters and current mentalities may shape the championship game.As they wind down the episode, the guys reaffirm their predictions while building excitement for the big game in Charlotte. With chatter about who possesses the advantage—coaching, offense, or defense—they maintain playful rivalry while laying down their final bets and picks, bracing to see whether the Cavaliers can withstand the pressure or if the Blue Devils can upset expectations.0:07 Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate0:43 Intro and Media Bullcrap1:12 Mixing Live and Freestyling1:53 Join Us on Social Media2:12 Word Breakdown Time3:47 Players of the Week5:08 Coastal Chaos Discussion6:08 Game Balls and Highlights10:15 Virtual Power Rankings12:15 Duke vs. Virginia Preview29:41 Coach of the Year Discussion35:25 ACC Championship Game Preview52:34 Closing Thoughts and Rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 53:29
Nov 26, 2025 S15 Ep 14

Season 15 - Week 14: Coach Narduzzi's Fake Punt & The Virginia Rivalry Jitters

The Virtual Tailgate kicks off Thanksgiving Week in Season 15 with a blend of humor and football analysis! Hosts Andrew, David, Geoff and Jarred share laughs over the cultural quirk of "Brown Friday" and tackle the ACC Power Rankings, spotlighting Syracuse’s dismal 70-7 loss to Notre Dame. They dive into heated rivalry matchups, particularly the showdown between Virginia and Virginia Tech, and discuss pivotal games like Miami vs. Pitt and the quirky 'Sicko Bowl' featuring Syracuse and Boston College.The episode closes with a quick betting guide, analyzing odds for Louisville vs. Kentucky and upcoming matchups, all enriched with spirited banter. Tune in for a fun-filled dose of college football camaraderie and holiday cheer!Chapters:00:00:00 Season 15 - Week 14: Coach Narduzzi's Fake Punt & The Virginia Rivalry Jitters00:00:07 Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate 00:00:48 Thanksgiving Week Celebration 00:02:00 The Brown Friday Phenomenon 00:04:34 Players of the Week 00:07:00 Coaching Blunders and Game Balls 00:09:30 Power Rankings Discussion 00:13:22 Upcoming Games Preview 00:15:08 Game of the Week Breakdown 00:21:24 Miami vs. Pittsburgh Analysis 00:28:50 SMU vs. Cal Preview 00:32:49 Sickos Game of the Year 00:40:03 Quickfire Bets Round 00:46:40 Closing Thoughts and Rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:23
Nov 19, 2025 S15 Ep 13

Season 15 - Episode 13: Confidence in the Stall and Chaos in the Coastal

🔥 ACC Showdown: Franklin Hired, UVA Climbs, and ACC Title Scenarios! 🔥The Virtual Tailgate crew dives into a wild week of ACC football! After a humorous (and awkward) discussion about public restrooms, the guys get serious about the gridiron.Andrew kicks off the "Game Balls" by praising the entire Virginia defense after their dominant performance against Duke, which was responsible for a 34-7 win. David counters by spotlighting UVA tailback Jamari Taylor, who had 133 yards and two touchdowns , and leads the ACC in rushing yards (over 900) and touchdowns (13). Jarred gives his game ball to Georgia Tech's Haynes King for putting the offense on his back with 423 total yards in their narrow 36-34 victory over Boston College. Finally, Geoff awards a special teams ball to Clemson kicker Nolan Hower for his perfect night, which was critical in the upset win over Louisville.The crew reacts to the news that Virginia Tech has hired former Penn State coach James Franklin as their new leader for 2026. David calls it a "home run hire" , while Andrew calls it "ludicrous crap". This leads into the ACC Power Rankings, where the Virginia Cavaliers jump to number one for the first timeFinally, the hosts break down the week's biggest matchups:Pitt vs. Georgia Tech: David predicts a high-scoring game and encourages listeners to "Take the over". Georgia Tech controls their own destiny for the ACC title game , and Jarred believes the home field advantage will help them cover the spread.Louisville vs. SMU: The guys are split on this one. Jarred and David pick the Mustangs due to Louisville's recent sloppy play and "culture problem". Geoff and Andrew lean toward the Cardinals, with Geoff citing SMU's "abysmal" secondary as the difference.Duke vs. North Carolina: Everyone predicts a Duke victory, with David suggesting the Tar Heels are "just kind of waiting for this season to end". This opens a debate on whether Bill Belichick should return to the NFL after his disastrous college season.Miami vs. Virginia Tech: Despite the great coach hire, Jarred believes the Hokies are "checked out" for the year. Andrew and David, however, think the Hurricanes are prone to being sloppy in cold weather , and the Hokies will keep the 15.5-point spread close as players audition for James Franklin's resurgent program.Plus, the hosts place their quickfire bets for the remaining ACC games!00:00 – Intro & Geoff’s Manifesto on Public Restroom Confidence03:30 – Game Balls: UVA Defense & Jamari Taylor05:57 – Game Balls: Haynes King & Nolan Hower08:22 – Breaking News: Virginia Tech Hires James Franklin12:04 – Power Rankings: The Cavaliers take the #1 Spot17:30 – The Betting Audit (Red Ink Everywhere)19:14 – Preview: Georgia Tech vs. Pitt25:00 – Preview: Louisville vs. SMU30:54 – Preview: Duke vs. UNC (The Belichick Experiment Fails)39:35 – Preview: Miami vs. Virginia Tech45:45 – Quickfire Bets & Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 49:19
Nov 16, 2025 S15 Ep 12

Season 15 - Week 12: Dropping Deuces in the Standings

Recorded: November 12, 2025 Note: This episode is being posted late for archival completeness. Please enjoy these "predictions" for games that have definitely already happened.In this episode of The Virtual Tailgate, the guys try to recover from a rough week of betting that has left Jared hypothetically checking into debtor's prison with "two broken kneecaps."We kick things off with Players of the Week, celebrating Cal’s quarterback (whose name Andrew struggles to pronounce) and SMU's Isaiah Smith, while Jared hands a collective game ball to the entire Wake Forest defense for shutting down UVA. The crew then breaks down the Power Rankings, where "dropping a deuce" takes on a double meaning for Louisville and Virginia.Later, the hosts preview the Week 12 slate with some... unique analysis. Andrew unveils his "Trough Theory"—suggesting UVA can only beat Duke if the team participates in a very specific, unhygienic pre-game ritual. David and Geoff debate whether Pitt can upset a surging Notre Dame team, leading to a heated argument about the Irish's playoff privileges and whether UConn deserves more respect. Finally, the guys wrap up with Quickfire Bets, including a bold call for a Virginia Tech upset over FSU.00:00 Intro: Road Trips, Poverty, and Confidence03:08 Players of the Week: Cal's QB & The Wake Forest Defense07:08 ACC Power Rankings: The "Bottom Three" Shuffle10:16 The Betting Board: Jared’s Debtor’s Prison11:16 Game Preview: Duke vs. UVA (The Trough Theory)18:12 Game Preview: Miami vs. NC State22:48 Game Preview: Pitt vs. Notre Dame28:56 Quickfire Bets: FSU, UNC, and Louisville Upset Picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 32:51
Nov 5, 2025 S15 Ep 11

Season 15 - Week 11: Your New Cavalier Overlords

The crew (minus Geoff) is back to digest a wild week in the ACC. David and Andrew celebrate Duke's shocking upset of Clemson in Death Valley, handing out game balls to QB Darien Mensah for his 361-yard, 4-TD day and WR Samir Higgins, who caught the game-winning 2-point conversion and ran back a 100-yard kickoff.Then, Jarred unveils the new Power Rankings, which sparks immediate chaos when Andrew and David celebrate the new #1 team: the Virginia Cavaliers. The guys try to "make sense" of the controversial ranking, given UVA's non-conference loss.Before previews, David delivers the bad news from the betting segment: everyone "crap the bed" last week , especially Jarred, who managed to lose over $700. Finally, the hosts look ahead to the next slate of games, debating a bizarre 16.5-point spread for Florida State at Clemson , David's "Lock of the Week" on Cal at Louisville , and whether the new "Cavalier Overlords" can cover the spread against Wake Forest.0:06 Introduction to the Season0:50 Players of the Week4:03 Power Rankings Revealed4:16 ACC Analysis7:54 Picks and Bets Update9:54 Florida State vs. Clemson Preview16:55 Key Matchups of the Week22:24 Wake Forest vs. Virginia Prediction27:38 Quickfire Bets and Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 30:35
Oct 31, 2025 S15 Ep 10

Season 15 - Week 10: Judge Jarred's Coaching Exodus

The Virtual Tailgate crew (Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred) is back to break down the latest in ACC football. After Geoff shares a... confident... story about his daughter's school project , the hosts hand out Game Balls to the week's top performers, including Georgia Tech's Haynes King , Pitt's Mason Henchel , and a special, unprecedented October award for a Cal linebacker. The Power Rankings segment begins with a heartfelt tribute to the late Nick Mangold and a call to support the American Kidney Fund , before the hosts rank the ACC's best (Georgia Tech ) and worst (Boston College ).The main event is a brand new "Judge Jarred" segment: arbitration. The hosts roleplay as university representatives trying to convince coaches like Brent Key , Jeff Brohm , and Dabo Swinney not to leave their ACC jobs. Judge Jarred, however, proves to be a poor arbitrator for the conference, advising nearly every coach to take the money and run. The show wraps with the hosts trying to recover from a terrible betting week with new picks for Virginia @ Cal , Georgia Tech @ NC State , and Miami @ SMU.0:07 Welcome to The Virtual Tailgate2:40 Confidence and Kids2:53 Game Balls of the Week4:12 ACC Highlights and Award Winners6:07 Power Rankings Discussion9:27 A Serious Note11:03 Judge Jared's Court15:36 Coach Representation24:46 The Future for Coaches41:15 Dabo's Dilemma42:01 Court Adjourned42:08 Picks and Predictions1:04:02 Closing Remarks and Rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:04:35
Oct 23, 2025 S15 Ep 9

Season 15 - Week 9: Matador Defense and a Malcontent Host

The Virtual Tailgate crew returns for a midseason "defensive spectacular," though the theme quickly causes chaos. The hosts award their Game Balls, with Andrew celebrating the Stanford defense for shutting down FSU (an upset he correctly predicted) , Jarred highlighting Louisville's critical turnovers against Miami , and Geoff praising Cal's game-saving forced fumble at the goal line versus UNC. David, however, goes completely off-script, annoyed by the defensive constraint and sarcastically awarding his ball to the Virginia D-line, which he claims played "matador defense" against Washington State.Jarred then runs down the ACC Power Rankings, prefaced by his "deep thought" on the conference. Georgia Tech and Virginia hold the top spots, while Miami tumbles after their loss and Boston College remains cemented in the cellar after an embarrassing loss to UConn.David attempts to skip the weekly pick 'em recap , still salty about Andrew's continued dominance. Andrew reveals his big win came from a $200 bet on Stanford to beat FSU outright. The crew then previews the week's slate, breaking down SMU at Wake Forest , a divided pick on NC State at Pitt , and a unanimous decision to take Cal on the money line to beat Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.0:07 Introduction to Season 150:38 Confident 72-Year-Old at the Bar1:56 Mid-Season Defensive Spectacular5:08 Game Balls Awarded6:01 Power Rankings Discussion9:25 ACC Matchups Preview19:00 NC State vs. Pitt Analysis25:25 Friday Night Lights: Hokies vs. Cal33:11 Quick Fire Bets35:20 Closing Remarks and Rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 35:44
Oct 15, 2025 S15 Ep 8

Season 15 - Week 8: The Unanimous Jinx

The Virtual Tailgate crew kicks off Season 15 with a lively discussion on ACC football, led by Andrew, David, Geoff, and the ever-irreverent Jarred. They hand out this week’s "Tacova's Game Balls" to Georgia Tech’s standout QB Hayes King, Pitt's Mason Heisel, and Clemson's Jaheim Lawson, all while sharing humorous banter about a betting mishap and celebrating impressive performances.Moving on, the hosts reveal their Power Rankings, with Miami holding onto the top spot, followed closely by Georgia Tech. The friendly rivalry continues with an update on their Pick'em Challenge, where Andrew remains in the lead. As they preview the marquee matchup between Louisville and Miami, spirited debates erupt regarding the betting spread, momentarily interrupted by Jarred's plumbing emergency.The conversation shifts to Georgia Tech’s crucial game against Duke, examining both teams' aspirations for the ACC title. The highlight comes when discussing Clemson’s clash with SMU, revealing sharply divided opinions on the match’s outcome.In the final segment, Quick Fire Bets spark lively predictions and lighthearted critiques, showcasing the chemistry and camaraderie that defines the show. Join them for a perfect mix of football insight, hearty laughter, and the unpredictability that makes the ACC so thrilling!Chapters:00:00:00 Season 15 - Week 8: The Unanimous Jinx00:00:20 Introduction to the Season 00:01:25 Game Ball Highlights 00:03:53 Defensive Players Shine 00:05:21 Power Rankings Overview 00:05:45 Analyzing Upcoming Matchups 00:09:02 Annual Pick'em Challenge 00:16:40 Previewing Georgia Tech vs. Duke 00:25:09 Deep Dive on Clemson vs. SMU 00:32:55 Quick-Fire Betting Round 00:35:41 Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 37:20
Oct 8, 2025 S15 Ep 7

Season 15 - Week 7: The Confidence of a Tree Climber

In this entertaining installment of Season 15 of the Virtual Tailgate, Andrew, David, Geoff, and the elusive “baby” bring a perfect blend of humor and college football analysis. Kicking off with Jeff's amusing reflection on the bladder control of tree climbers, the crew sets a lighthearted tone for the episode.The “Walking Talk to Go Player of the Week” segment features Duke’s quarterback Darian Mensah for his stunning comeback performance, alongside Miami’s Carson Beck, who dazzles with four touchdown passes, and UVA's defense, praised for their crucial touchdowns during an overtime triumph.Power rankings provoke lively discussions, with UVA surging up and Louisville dropping, while Virginia Tech is spotlighted for a painful home loss to Wake Forest—a historic defeat. Game previews spark engaging predictions about Virginia Tech's clash with Georgia Tech and Pitt’s encounter with a struggling Florida State.The hosts also weave in off-field banter, humorously speculating about celebrity weddings while maintaining their signature fun. A fast-paced betting round wraps things up, with Jeff humorously declaring bets on matchups and a cliffhanger on whether they close the show or dive into a surprise game.Listeners are treated to a mix of laugh-out-loud moments and keen football insights, showcasing the infectious camaraderie that keeps fans coming back for more on the Virtual Tailgate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 27:23
Oct 1, 2025 S15 Ep 6

Season 15 - Week 6: David's Perfect Storm of Failure

The Virtual Tailgate crew—Andrew, David, Geoff, and the famously illiterate co-host—returns to dive into the thrilling chaos of ACC football. The excitement kicks off with UVA's stunning 46-38 upset over Florida State, celebrated by David's firsthand account from the stands.They award Player of the Week honors to Chandler Morris, Jas'on Prevard, and Duke's Nate Shepard, while Power Rankings see UVA soar and Clemson plummet. The hosts gear up for pivotal predictions on the UVA vs. Louisville clash and dissect the pressure-packed matchup between Clemson and North Carolina.As laughter and banter flow, the guys preview the Miami vs. Florida State rivalry. Packed with humor and insights, this episode is a must-listen for college football fans! Tune in for the action and hilarity you love from the Virtual Tailgate!Chapters0:00 Intro2:12 UVA's Exciting Win2:40 Player of the Week4:25 Defensive Standouts6:21 Power Rankings Revealed10:08 Technical Difficulties13:04 Week Six Matchups16:10 Virginia vs. Louisville20:36 Clemson vs. North Carolina27:59 Miami vs. Florida State36:40 Quickfire Bets41:15 Final Betting Picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 43:15
Sep 27, 2025 S15 Ep 5

Season 15 - Week 5: Bane steals the Jefferson-Epps Trophy

This week, the Virtual Tailgate hosts Andrew, Geoff, and Jarred tackle the latest in ACC football in the absence of David, bringing humor and insights to the forefront. They kick things off by discussing their “Players of the Week,” with Andrew celebrating Duke’s Anderson Castle for his three-touchdown game, Jared highlighting Miami’s Reuben Bane Jr. for his defensive prowess—complete with a quirky impression—and Geoff raving about Trell Harris from Virginia, whose first-half heroics left a mark against Stanford.As the power rankings are revealed, the top four stay steady with Miami, Georgia Tech, Florida State, and Louisville, while Duke climbs to tie for fifth. The conversation takes a light-hearted detour into the futures of notable coaches like Dabo Swinney and Mike Gundy, combining laughter with analysis.Game previews incite spirited discussions, with the crew assessing Duke's looming clash with Syracuse—in light of an injury that could derail the Orange’s season—and examining the Pitt vs. Louisville showdown, before dissecting the highly anticipated matchup between Florida State and Virginia.The episode wraps up with quickfire bets, as the crew shares their predictions and reflects on past betting blunders, bringing humor to the unpredictable nature of college football. They invite listener interaction via social media while reminding everyone to adhere to wise life choices ahead of a thrilling weekend of action in the ACC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 41:27
Sep 17, 2025 S15 Ep 4

Season 15 - Week 4: Jarred's Long Black(sburg) Night of the Soul

The guys recap a wild Week 3 that saw Georgia Tech upset Clemson with a walk-off field goal and Miami solidify their "they're back" status with a dominant win over USF. The big news, however, is out of Blacksburg, where Virginia Tech has fired head coach Brent Pry after an embarrassing 0-3 start. Jarred takes the stand to deliver an epic rant on the program's decade-long decline and debates with the crew who could possibly right the sinking ship. Finally, the hosts turn their attention to Week 4, breaking down the spreads for Florida @ Miami, Syracuse @ Clemson, and NC State @ Duke0:08 Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate0:24 Great Players This Week2:15 Georgia Tech's Big Upset2:59 Miami's Return to Glory4:43 Deep Thoughts Segment5:30 Power Rankings Discussion8:19 Virginia Tech's Coaching Crisis12:25 The Future of Virginia Tech Football22:45 Coaching Changes and Speculations30:18 Key Matchups This Weekend44:26 Quick Fire Bets51:38 Closing Thoughts and Advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 52:10
Sep 10, 2025 S15 Ep 3

Season 15 - Week3: Clemson's Out, Hokie Dumpster Fire, and Other Signs of the Apocalypse

The guys are back to break down a wild week in ACC football that saw Virginia Tech get shellacked at home by Vanderbilt, leading to a historic plummet in the power rankings and much ridicule from the crew. For the first time in recent memory, Clemson is nowhere to be found in the Top 5 , and the hosts debate whether the Tigers' struggles are a blip or a trend as they head into a tough road game against a confident Georgia Tech squad. Plus, the crew previews the historic Backyard Brawl between Pitt and West Virginia and delivers their riskiest Quickfire Bets yet.00:00:00 - Intro: The guys kick off the show, and Geoff offers a sincere apology to anyone he convinced to buy overpriced boots. 00:02:14 - Game Balls: The hosts award game balls to the week's top performers, including players from Virginia State , Boston College , Georgia Tech , and NC State. 00:06:34 - Power Rankings: Jarred unveils his rankings with a "deep thought" from the Bible before diving into the Top 5 and a shocking Bottom 3 that includes a seven-spot drop for Virginia Tech after their loss to Vanderbilt. 00:12:03 - Game Previews & Picks: The crew breaks down the upcoming week's biggest matchups.00:13:06 - Miami vs. USF: Can the impressive South Florida Bulls keep it close against a top-ranked Miami? 00:18:41 - The Backyard Brawl: It's Pitt vs. West Virginia, and the guys discuss two teams that seem to be heading in opposite directions. 00:24:18 - ACC Game of the Week (Clemson vs. Georgia Tech): With Clemson stumbling, is this Georgia Tech's moment to pull off a huge upset at home? 00:32:38 - Quickfire Bets: The hosts make their rapid-fire picks for the week, including a very confident bet on the ODU vs. Virginia Tech game and a story about a gopher and a bear. 00:36:36 - Outro: The hosts wrap up the show with their three timeless rules Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 35:59
Sep 4, 2025 S15 Ep 2

Season 15 - Week 2: Jarred & the Spreadsheet of Lies

In the latest episode of Season 15 of the Virtual Tailgate, hosts Andrew and David, along with their crew, delve into the thrilling realm of college football, particularly focusing on the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) as the season unfolds. They kick off the episode with a playful jab at David, who admits to being "unprepared," setting a lighthearted tone for the discussion. A key segment features the "60-style Player of the Week," sponsored by Tacoma Work Boots, where Andrew lauds Tommy Castellanos of Florida State for leading his team to a stunning upset over No. 8 Alabama, despite some initial skepticism about his comments earlier in the season. Castellanos posted commendable stats with 152 yards passing and 78 yards rushing, earning not only a game ball but a t-shirt from the show's hosts as a nod to his bold statements.The conversation shifts focus to Haynes King, the senior quarterback of Georgia Tech, who showcased a remarkable performance with 140 passing yards and a staggering 156 rushing yards against Colorado. His exceptional dual-threat capability puts him in good company, being the first quarterback since Jalen Hurts in 2019 to achieve such numbers in a season opener. Amid car jokes about Christmas gifts involving Castellanos' quote, the team also shines a spotlight on Cam Ross from UVA, who had a monster game with 224 all-purpose yards and stands out as a critical player for the Cavaliers this season.As the hosts pivot to their Power Rankings, they engage in an entertaining debate about the positioning of teams following impactful Week 1 performances. Miami earns the coveted No. 1 spot after defeating Notre Dame, and they deliberate over whether Alabama is overrated this year. The rankings also reflect the ups and downs of various teams, including a drop for Clemson after a tough loss. They dive deep into the upcoming games, generating heated discussions, particularly about the Virginia Tech versus Vanderbilt matchup. Jared, a proud Hokie alumni, expresses skepticism about Tech’s offensive capabilities after their recent loss, igniting discussions about quarterback Kyron Drones' performance.The team continues down the line, focusing on the notable game between Baylor and SMU, where they discuss the implications for both squads as they aim to solidify their positions in the new conference landscape. The hosts also analyze the tightly-contested game of Duke against Illinois, with Andrew and Jeff making a compelling case for Duke to pull off an upset, despite the odds being slightly against them.Quick-fire bets wrap up the episode, where David advocates for a must-win scenario for UNC against Charlotte, while Jared makes a bold pick for BYU to easily handle Stanford, punctuating the show with their distinct blend of humor and football insight. As they wrap up, the team leaves listeners with memorable advice on life and football, ensuring that the laughter continues even off the field.Chapters0:07 Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate0:22 Player of the Week Highlights4:10 Power Rankings Discussion6:23 Season Standings Update9:13 Hokies vs. Commodores Preview14:29 Virginia Tech's Quarterback Debate16:49 Baylor vs. SMU Matchup20:56 Duke vs. Illinois Showdown27:49 Quick-Fire Bets Roundup31:22 Closing Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 31:48
Aug 29, 2025 S15 Ep 1

Season 15 - Week 1: Chapel Bill's Debut & The Through

The Virtual Tailgate crew kicks off Week 1 of the college football season by handing out their lone game ball to a Hawaii kicker who allegedly learned his craft from YouTube videos. Judge Jarred delivers a poignant ruling on proper bathroom trough etiquette , and the guys deliver their first ACC Power Rankings of the year, with a special message from The Rock for the cellar dwellers.The hosts then dive into a slate of fantastic opening weekend games. Andrew and Jarred offer some very lukewarm picks for Virginia Tech in their "Beamer Bowl" matchup against South Carolina. The crew discusses the debut of "Chapel Bill" Belichick at North Carolina and the surrounding off-the-field drama. In a surprising turn, most of the hosts back a downtrodden Florida State to keep it close against Alabama. They follow that by predicting an early-season win for Miami over Notre Dame, with the caveat that "Miami will suck eventually". Finally, the boys are split on the marquee "Battle for Death Valley" between LSU and Clemson, debating whether Dabo Swinney's reluctance to embrace the transfer portal will cost the Tigers. The show wraps with a round of quickfire bets, including a very confident pick for Georgia Tech over Colorado and a truly terrible joke from Geoff.00:00:00 - Intro00:01:12 - Game Balls: The YouTube Kicker00:03:05 - Judge Jarred: Bathroom Bonding00:04:33 - ACC Power Rankings00:05:16 - Preview: Virginia Tech vs. South Carolina00:12:07 - Preview: UNC vs. TCU00:19:12 - Preview: Alabama vs. Florida State00:28:20 - Preview: Notre Dame vs. Miami00:34:54 - Preview: Clemson vs. LSU00:45:31 - Quickfire Bets00:49:23 - Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:29
Aug 20, 2025 S15

Season 15 - Preseason: Preseason Chalk and Other Atrocities

The Virtual Tailgate crew is back for Season 15 with a full breakdown of the upcoming ACC football season. They kick things off by looking back at Jarred's infamous "Golden Panther" rant from their very first season before diving into their preseason predictions. The hosts debate their picks for Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year, identify potential Dark Horse teams like Georgia Tech and Duke, and predict which hyped teams, including Miami, are destined to take a step back. After revealing their ACC Championship matchups, the conversation shifts to the most significant "transfer" of the offseason: Bill "Chapel Bill" Belichick's arrival at UNC. The episode concludes with a preview of the Week Zero game between Stanford and Hawaii, as the hosts question whether Stanford is there to play football or just enjoy a vacation.0:07 Introduction to Season 150:30 A Look Back at Season One2:14 Preseason Picks Begin7:16 Defensive Player Predictions10:55 Dark Horse Teams Emergence11:52 Surprising Teams in 202524:00 Teams Expected to Decline27:01 Championship Game Predictions37:08 Top Transfers Overview38:00 Belichick's Impact on UNC43:17 Week Zero Matchup Preview47:10 Closing Thoughts and Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 50:16
Dec 13, 2024 S14 Ep 16

Season 14 - Bowls: Dabo Loves Fran Brown, and so do We

In this episode, the hosts analyze the ACC as the season concludes, handing out awards and discussing coaching changes. They celebrate Clemson’s ACC Championship win, predict bowl matchups, and evaluate teams' strengths for the new 12-team playoff format.0:29 - Award Show Kickoff2:13 - Offensive Player of the Year4:29 - Coach of the Year Announcement5:49 - Best Clips of the Year9:16 - Holiday Season Reflections10:38 - Bill Belichick Rumors18:57 - ACC Bowl Games Preview40:45 - SMU @ Penn State48:02 - Clemson @ Texas54:14 - Conclusion and Sign-Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 55:01
Dec 6, 2024 S14 Ep 15

Season 14 - Week 15: Rice Balls & Candy Canes

2:10 - Thanksgiving Rice Balls Debate2:17 - End of Season Game Balls6:31 - Jarred's Holiday Power Ranking PSA13:01 - Judge Jarred's Courtroom27:37 - Looking Ahead to Championship Games37:46 - ACC's Future and National Title Aspirations44:54 - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsIn this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we reflect on Thanksgiving, diving into the culinary quirks surrounding Italian rice balls and contrasting traditional Sicilian recipes with less-than-stellar family versions. This lighthearted rant leads us into a spirited conversation about standout performances in college football, where we highlight players like Louisville's Isaac Brown and Virginia Tech's Pop Watson.As the season closes, we analyze shifting power rankings, focusing on Syracuse's comeback and the challenges facing teams like Miami. Adding humor to the mix, we discuss holiday party strategies, emphasizing the use of store-bought dips.We also engage in a courtroom-style debate over the future of various ACC head coaches, mixing serious insights with entertaining banter. The episode wraps up with predictions for the upcoming ACC Championship game between SMU and Clemson, showcasing our passion for college football and the vibrant discussions that define our podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 45:26
Nov 27, 2024 S14 Ep 14

Season 14 - Week 14: Where's the Tylenol?

In this episode of Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate, we dive into the latest in ACC college football. We analyze standout performances from players like Jay Haynes, Fernando Mendoza, and Eli Pankal, then shift to power rankings.We preview key matchups, including the rivalry between Clemson and South Carolina, and discuss the Miami Hurricanes' critical game against Syracuse, debating team strengths and making bold predictions. The episode concludes with quick-fire bets, building excitement for the upcoming games in the ACC season finale.0:00 - Intro0:49 - Players of the Week3:54 - Power Rankings17:40 - Clemson vs. South Carolina Preview18:15 - Miami vs. Syracuse Showdown30:10 - Quick-Fire Bets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 33:37
Nov 21, 2024 S14 Ep 13

Season 14 - Week 13: Quickies and Chaos

In this episode of Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate, we immerse ourselves in the world of the Atlantic Coast Conference. We award Game Balls to standout players like Emmett Mosley from Stanford, highlighting his impressive week. The conversation shifts to power rankings. As we analyze key upcoming matchups, including the Stanford vs. Cal rivalry, the debate intensifies over teams' abilities and strategies. The episode concludes with quickfire bets and predictions.Chapters0:08 - Introduction to Virtual Tailgate1:30 - Game Balls for Players of the Week5:26 - Power Rankings Update10:39 - Stanford vs. Cal Preview13:39 - Hokies Season Prospects22:20 - Quickfire Bets Roundup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 24:41
Nov 13, 2024 S14 Ep 12

Season 14 - Week 12: The Edge of Bowling

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we analyze the latest from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). We spotlight standout players, including Virginia's Jonas Sanker and Cal’s Ryan Cole. The power rankings get a shake up, and we highlight the upcoming Clemson vs. Pittsburgh game. Given the lack of compelling games this week, we delve into bowl eligibility for teams on the edge. We wrap up with quick fire bets.Chapters:00:00:00 Season 14 - Week 11: The Edge of Bowling00:01:02 Players of the Week 00:06:09 Power Rankings00:09:41 Game of the Week Preview 00:17:08 Bowel Eligibility Discussion 00:32:44 Quick-Fire Bets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 34:57
Nov 6, 2024 S14 Ep 11

Season 14 - Week 11: Is the U Back?

In this episode of Virtual Tailgate, we explore the latest in the ACC. We highlight standout performances from Brashad Smith and O'Marion Hampton, analyze shifting power rankings with Miami finally on top, and discuss key matchups. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire bets.0:00 - Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate2:04 - Standout Players of the Week5:02 - PSA: Holiday Stress Relief7:55 - ACC Power Rankings Update9:24 - World News and ACC Insights12:24 - Upcoming ACC Matchups17:21 - Miami's Championship Hopes27:51 - Clemson vs. Virginia Tech Preview35:08 - Quick Fire Bets & Closing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 37:39
Oct 30, 2024 S14 Ep 10

Season 14 - Week 10: Twizzlers?

We highlight the "Walking Taller, Feeling Taller Players of the Week," led by Geoff's focus on Mike Norvell's situation at Florida State and the implications of coaching changes. The conversation includes standout performances like Fernando Mendoza's dual-threat capabilities and Kaimon Rucker's defensive excellence for North Carolina.We discuss current power rankings that haven't moved much. Predictions for upcoming matchups, including Duke vs. Miami and Virginia Tech vs. Syracuse, add a competitive edge to our analysis. We wrap up with quickfire bets, debating which teams will cover the spread in upcoming games. Join us!2:57 - Player of the Week Awards7:14 - Halloween Safety Announcement9:05 - Power Rankings Breakdown12:08 - Duke vs. Miami Preview22:37 - Hokies vs. Syracuse Preview32:46 - Clemson vs. Louisville Showdown35:02 - Pitt vs. SMU Clash41:42 - Quick Fire Bets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 46:23
Oct 24, 2024 S14 Ep 9

Season 14 - Week 9: Too Soon

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we dive into the latest college football action and happenings within the Atlantic Coast Conference, blending insightful analysis with humor. We highlight the Walking Taller Players of the Week, including Mike Norvell's resilience despite his struggling record, and shine a light on rookie QB C.J. Bailey's standout performance for NC State. The discussion flows to Duke's thrilling victory over Florida State, emphasizing Chandler Rivers' game-changing play. As we explore Power Rankings, we dissect team trajectories, particularly the struggles of Louisville and Florida State, while anticipating exciting upcoming matchups like Syracuse vs. Pitt and Louisville vs. Boston College. We also debate the showdown between SMU and Duke, showcasing the hosts' lively banter and predictions. The episode wraps up with humorous reflections, reinforcing the light-hearted spirit that makes the Virtual Tailgate a must-listen for college football enthusiasts.0:00 - Welcome to Virtual Tailgate5:57 - The Toilet Question6:33 - Power Rankings Unveiled11:18 - Syracuse @ Pitt16:26 - Louisville @ Boston College21:36 - SMU @ Duke26:29 - Quickfire Bets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 30:42
Oct 16, 2024 S14 Ep 8

Season 14 - Week 8: No Consensus

In this episode of Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate, we analyze the latest in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football, discussing standout performances and team dynamics. I highlight key players, including Cade Klubnick from Clemson and Isaac Brown from Louisville, while we also honor North Carolina's Tylee Kraft. Our power rankings offer insights into upcoming matchups, notably Virginia Tech vs. Boston College. We predict outcomes for critical games and wrap up with betting picks.0:06 - Introduction to the Season2:42 - Remembering Tylee Kraft3:12 - Players of the Week6:28 - Power Rankings Breakdown9:13 - Dishwashers and Family Quirks13:30 - Boston College @ Virginia Tech19:56 - Miami vs. Louisville Preview25:14 - Florida State's Challenge30:02 - Quickfire Bets and Predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 32:38
Oct 11, 2024 S14 Ep 7

Season 14 - Week 7: Abandoment Issues

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we cover the latest in college football, focusing on the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Co-hosts David, Geoff, and Jarred analyze last week's standout performances, praising Pitt and Syracuse.The discussion shifts to upcoming matchups, highlighting the crucial game between Louisville and Virginia and the competitiveness of the conference with Miami leading the power rankings. We wrap up with a rapid-fire betting segment.0:00 - Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate8:28 - Power Rankings Reveal10:04 - Upcoming ACC Matchups10:51 - Syracuse vs. NC State Analysis13:57 - UVA vs. Louisville Preview20:39 - Pitt vs. Cal Showdown27:10 - Quick Fire Bets29:10 - Closing Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 29:48
Oct 3, 2024 S14 Ep 6

Season 14 - Week 6: Shough and Awe

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, we discuss the latest in ACC football. Hosts Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred recap recent games, highlight standout players in our Player of the Week segment, and engage in spirited debates over power rankings and refereeing controversies. We also share predictions for upcoming matchups, including the exciting clash between SMU and Louisville, while reflecting on Miami's journey to face Cal.00:00 - Season 14 - Week 6: Shough and Awe02:39 - Game Balls09:02 - Power Rankings15:17 - Pitt @ North Carolina22:10 - SMU @ Louisville30:02 - Miami @ California38:31 - Quick Fire Bets and Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 42:15
Sep 25, 2024 S14 Ep 5

Season 14 - Week 5: Betting Typo

In this episode, we dive deep into the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football scene. We discuss key player performances, highlighting Ahmad Moses from SMU and Brishard Smith's explosive contributions. We celebrate Cam Ward’s impressive milestone as Miami's quarterback and assess the shifting power rankings, noting rises for Pitt and Clemson amidst Florida State's struggles. The conversation shifts to pivotal upcoming matchups, including Louisville at Notre Dame and Duke against North Carolina, with predictions based on recent performances. Throughout, we reflect on the excitement and unpredictability of college football, underscoring the fervor and camaraderie that keeps fans engaged week after week. We wrap up by sharing our thoughts on betting lines and our shared passion for the game.00:00 - Season 14 - Week 5: Betting Typo03:53 - Game Balls10:20 - Power Rankings14:57 - Louisville @ Notre Dame20:34 - Florida State @ SMU29:41 - North Carolina @ Duke37:15 - Quick Fire Bets & Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 41:27
Sep 18, 2024 S14 Ep 4

Season 14 - Week 4: Cards

In this episode of The Virtual Tailgate, we delve into the intricacies of college football's Atlantic Coast Conference in Season 14. Co-hosts Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred engage in a lively discussion blending football analysis with humor. Highlighting standout performances, we evaluate players like Omarion Hampton and Antron Powell Ryland, while also tackling power rankings and team performances, particularly the struggles of Florida State. Transitioning to upcoming matchups, we analyze key games and share our betting insights amidst playful banter. The episode wraps with quick-fire bets.00:00 - Season 14 - Week 4: Cards03:30 - Game Balls07:52 - Power Rankings10:53 - NC State @ Clemson16:07 - Georgia Tech @ Louisville21:09 - Cal @ Florida State32:03 - Quick Fire Bets & Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 37:26
Sep 11, 2024 S14 Ep 3

Season 14 - Episode 3: Enjoy Your Day

In this episode of The Virtual Tailgate, we kick off Season 14 with an in-depth look at the latest action in college football within the Atlantic Coast Conference. Andrew is joined by co-hosts David, Geoff, and Jarred, as we dissect the standout performances of the week.We move into the Power Rankings, where Syracuse climbs and Florida State faces challenges amid their struggles. The upcoming matchups spark robust discussions, particularly around Florida State's clash with Memphis and the historic rivalry in the backyard brawl between West Virginia and Pittsburgh. Additionally, we assess Boston College's chances against Missouri and engage in a rapid-fire betting segment, making bold predictions across the board. Tune in for a mix of analysis, camaraderie, and a dive into the unpredictable nature of college football.00:00 - Season 14 - Episode 2: Enjoy Your Day02:53 - Players of the Week08:04 - Power Rankings12:49 - Memphis @ Florida State18:45 - West Virginia @ Pitt25:15 - Maryland @ Virginia29:04 - Boston College @ Missouri35:38 - Quick Bets and Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 39:08
Sep 5, 2024 S14 Ep 2

Season 14 - Episode 2: Parody Service Announcement

In this episode of The Virtual Tailgate, we analyze the highlights and surprises from Week One of the college football season in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Co-hosts Andrew, David, Jarred, and Geoff discuss standout players, including top kickers and quarterbacks, and reveal our updated power rankings. We dive into key matchups, particularly Georgia Tech's clash with Syracuse, and scrutinize Clemson’s challenges against App State. The episode concludes with rapid-fire bets on various games, showcasing the thrill and unpredictability of the season as we invite listeners to engage with the evolving ACC narratives.00:00 - Virtual Tailgate Season 14 - Episode 2: Parody Service Announcement03:38 - Game Balls07:44 - Power Rankings11:17 - Gerogia Tech @ Syracuse18:56 - App State @ Clemson25:03 - NC State vs Tennessee32:05 - Quick Bets and Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 34:17
Aug 29, 2024 S14 Ep 1

Season 14 - Week 1: Too Many Games

It's week 1 and there are too many games to count, so the format has to shift!00:00 - Season 14 - Week 1: Too many games05:45 - Players of the week11:15 - Power Rankings14:28 - Boston College @ Florida State24:43 - Miami @ Florida31:03 - Clemson @ Georgia43:05 - Fast Bets & Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 46:49
Aug 20, 2024 S14

Season 14 - Preseason: Quality Assurance

Season 14 of the Virtual Tailgate kicks off with the preseason preview of the ACC. The guys give their takes on the dark horse and overrated teams of the season, predict award winners, and rank the teams in their preseason power rankings. With the addition of three new teams to the conference, this is sure to be a weird season. Who will come out on top? Tune in to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:29
Dec 13, 2023 S13 Ep 15

Season 13 - Bowls

It's Bowl time again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:15
Dec 7, 2023 S13 Ep 14

Season 13 - Post ACC Champtionship: Unscripted

In this week's episode of the Virtual Tailgate, Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred dive into a unique discussion that covers more than just college football. This time around, they: Engage in a lively debate about the merits of five guys burgers versus in and out burgers Discuss their personal experiences with Necco Wafers, a classicly foul American candy Dive into a random reddit post about the differences in the prices of fast food in San Diego, CA Share their hilarious experiences with Hardee's restaurants Oh, and FSU got F'd... This episode is not just about the games but also about the camaraderie and shared experiences of the hosts. Tune in to the latest episode of the Virtual Tailgate, a Media Bullcrap Production that covers college football and everything in between like no other podcast. Subscribe, rate, and review today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 55:21
Nov 28, 2023 S13 Ep 13

Season 13 - Week 13: Arbitrage

Are you ready for some college football talk? Then tune in to the latest episode of the Virtual Tailgate, where Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred break down the ACC power rankings, give out game balls, and make predictions for the upcoming games. You’ll also hear them: Discuss the ACC Championship game and how it could have been different if Louisville had not lost to Kentucky Debate the merits of betting arbitrage Share their favorite gambling stories And much more! Don’t miss this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, a Media Bullcrap Production that covers college football and the Atlantic Coast Conference like no other podcast. Subscribe, rate, and review today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:15
Nov 22, 2023 S13 Ep 12

Season 13 - Week 12: Rivalry Week

Are you ready for some college football talk? Then tune in to the latest episode of the Virtual Tailgate, where Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred break down the ACC power rankings, give out game balls, and make predictions for the upcoming games. You'll also hear them: Debate the game of the week and why you should watch it Discuss the latest news and rumors from around the ACC Share their favorite Thanksgiving food and traditions And much more! Don't miss this special Thanksgiving episode of the Virtual Tailgate, a Media Bullcrap Production that covers college football and the Atlantic Coast Conference like no other podcast. Subscribe, rate, and review today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:08:21
Nov 15, 2023 S13 Ep 11

Season 13 - Week 11: Shut up, Jimbo. You're not part of this

Get ready for another episode of the Virtual Tailgate, where Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred bring their unique insights and humor to the world of college football. This week they focus on: The main segment, "Judge Jarred", where they discuss which coaches are on the hot seat and make their cases for who should stay and who should go. Analyzing the surprising inconsistency of North Carolina State and Miami's recent struggles. Having a laugh at each other's betting strategies, with Jarred and Geoff even struggling to keep it together during their segment. Assessing the unexpected rise of Louisville in the ACC and predicting the outcomes of upcoming games, including the much-anticipated match between Clemson and North Carolina. A surprising moment of agreement that adds a humorous twist to their usual debates. Don't miss this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, a Media Bullcrap Production that covers college football and the Atlantic Coast Conference in a way that's both entertaining and insightful. Remember to subscribe, rate, and review to stay ahead of the game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:27:25
Nov 8, 2023 S13 Ep 10

Season 13 - Week 10: Dabo Reigns

Are you ready for some college football talk? Then tune in to the latest episode of the Virtual Tailgate, where Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred break down the ACC power rankings, give out game balls, and make predictions for the upcoming games. You’ll also hear them: Mock each other’s teams and picks, especially Virginia Tech and Clemson Play their new sound clips from Dabo's rant Discuss the terrible neutral site game in Yankee Stadium between Syracuse and Pitt Debate the game of the week and why you should watch it And much more! Don’t miss this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, a Media Bullcrap Production that covers college football and the Atlantic Coast Conference like no other podcast. Subscribe, rate, and review today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:13
Nov 4, 2023 S13 Ep 9

Season 13 - Week 9: Part of the Problem

Who's part of the ACC's problem this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:08
Oct 26, 2023 S13 Ep 8

Season 13 - Week 8: Virginia High

Everyone's high on the Cavs this week, but how is the ACC looking? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 59:40
Oct 19, 2023 S13 Ep 7

Season 13 - Week 7: Random Candy Bracket

Extra-length show this week as we make a mid-show pivot to duke it out in the Unsweet 16 - the worst Halloween Candy superstars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:46:16
Oct 11, 2023 S13 Ep 6

Season 13 - Week 6: Sounding it out

The soundboard is back, but David is not... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 45:32
Oct 4, 2023 S13 Ep 5

Season 13 - Week 5: Whither Louisville?

It's Kyron Drones world and we just live in it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 37:25
Sep 27, 2023 S13 Ep 4

Season 13 - Week 4: Who's next?

Is Virginia the best 0-4 team in the country? We're all feeling pretty good about Louisville's offense, led by quarterback Jack Plummer. Notre Dame-Duke Game of the week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:50
Sep 20, 2023 S13 Ep 3

Season 13 - Week 3: All in

Join Andrew, David, Geoff, and Jarred on the latest episode of the Virtual Tailgate podcast! In this episode, they discuss standout Players of the Week, break down the ACC Power Rankings, and preview upcoming games. With lively banter and expert analysis, this episode is a must-listen for college football fans. Stay tuned until the end for a deep dive into the Game of the Week. Don't miss out on all the excitement and join the Virtual Tailgate today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 57:54
Sep 12, 2023 S13 Ep 2

Season 13 - Week 2: Moneyline Cowardice

In this episode of the Virtual Tailgate, the hosts discuss their picks for week 3 of the 2023 ACC college football season. They debate the spreads and money lines for games such as West Virginia vs. Pitt, Ole Miss vs. Georgia Tech, and Syracuse vs. Purdue. They also share their thoughts on the Clemson vs. Florida Atlantic game and offer some betting advice. Along the way, they engage in some playful banter and make some bold predictions. Tune in to hear their analysis and see if their picks hold up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 44:24
Sep 7, 2023 S13 Ep 1

Season 13 - Week 1: PACC it up!

Welcome to the Virtual Tailgate, the podcast that covers ACC football. In this episode, we analyze the upcoming games of week 1 of the 2023 season, discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each team and considering factors such as home field advantage and past performance. We also offer our insights into betting strategies and provide our picks for the week's games. The episode concludes with a humorous segment and a reminder to follow our three rules for success. Tune in to the Virtual Tailgate to stay on top of all things ACC football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:08:15
Sep 1, 2023 S13

Preseason - The End?

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:12:44
Nov 24, 2022 S12 Ep 12

Season 12 - Week 12: Thankful Trolling

It's thanksgiving, which means it's rivalry week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:08:31
Nov 16, 2022 S12 Ep 11

Season 12 - Week 11: Something Lighter

It's been a hard week for the Virginia community and football fans across the country. We hope to bring a little something lighter in the midst of it all, for whoever is out there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:00
Nov 16, 2022 S12 Ep 10

Week 10 - Election Night Special

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:16:54
Nov 16, 2022 S12 Ep 9

Season 12 - Week 9: Down by 1

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:38
Oct 26, 2022

Week 8 - Trap Games

The games may not be a trap for the teams, but the spreads certainly feel like traps to us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:16:39
Oct 18, 2022

Season 12 - Week 7: Midseason Assessments

Time to look at how things are going this season so far, and to reassess our own preseason predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 53:17
Oct 12, 2022

Season 12 - Week 6: Professional Recovery

We're nearing the halfway point of the season, and the tech is starting to give us trouble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 52:19
Oct 5, 2022

Season 12 - Episode 5: The world is your litterbox

Jarred goes a little off the railes in this episode, as is tradition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:06:01
Oct 1, 2022

Week 4: Welcome Back

Jarred is back to take his lumps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:04
Sep 21, 2022 S12 Ep 3

Season 12 - Week 3: Robo-Jarred

Lots of fun games this week, and Jarred shows up to the show virtually. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:02:04
Sep 16, 2022

Season 12 - Week 2: Batman

NaNa NaNa NaNa NaNa...NaNa NaNa NaNa NaNa...Batman! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:30
Sep 9, 2022

Season 12 - Week 1: Stuck in an Elevator

Lots of movement in the power rankings this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:24:14
Sep 1, 2022 S12 Ep 2

Virtual Tailgate Season 12 - Week 0: Jarred, defend your nonsense!

Jarred went all contrarian with his picks this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 58:34
Sep 1, 2022 S12 Ep 1

Virtual Tailgate Season 12 - Preseason 2: Jarred's 8-year-long bout of COVID

We all get confused sometimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 25:47
Sep 1, 2022

Virtual Tailgate Season 12 - Preseason 1: The Rooster's coming for ya

We're back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:22
Dec 17, 2021

Season 11: Selling out to Capitalism, a preview of bowls

What's worse than not knowing much about a bowl game? Being forced to guess the game based off of old corporate sponsors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:28:27
Dec 1, 2021

Season 11 - Week 13: They threw to a freaking lineman on 3rd down

Virginia lost.....again.... Wake & Pitt won, and will play each other in the Conference Championship next week But don't let that distract you from the fact that UVA threw to a freaking lineman on 3rd down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 51:09
Nov 24, 2021

Season 11 - Week 12: Special Caller

The guys take calls on some of the games, and the voices might sound familiar! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:30:47
Nov 16, 2021

Season 11 - Week 11: Judge Jarred gets his courtroom trashed

It's time for Judge Jarred again this year - are his rulings in sync with reality? (He certainly called Fuente!) Also, Andrew makes a great point about the Wake-Clemson game that no one can remember. See if you can spot it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:36:33
Nov 10, 2021

Season 11 - Week 10: Bowl Scramble

Boston College is back on the hunt for a bowl game, but Virginia Tech is looking doubtful. Also, who will be the first team to definitely lose out on a bowl shot, Georgia Tech, Duke, or Florida State? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:20
Nov 6, 2021

Season 11 - Week 9: You want your Ws in the left column

Bowl speculation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:33
Oct 26, 2021

Week 8: Atlantic Anarchy vs Coastal Chaos

Consequential games in both divisions this week, which is new for the gang, as we've never experienced Atlantic Anarchy before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:28:30
Oct 20, 2021

Week 7: Midseason Struggles

The season is over halfway gone, and a lots of teams are still struggling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:22
Oct 12, 2021

Season 11 - Week 6: Stability

The Power Rankings stabilize this week, but probably only because half the league is off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:18
Oct 5, 2021

Season 11 - Week 5: The Dog and Show Pony Rides Again (reupload)

Short slate of games this week, and another wild reshuffle of the Power Rankings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 55:38
Oct 1, 2021

Season 11 - Week 4: Drowsy

We're rotating through the off-weeks on the show, but we've still got some insight analysis here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:10:22
Sep 24, 2021

Season 11 - Week 3: Unprecedented Levels of Sucking

How bad is Florida State, and how bad can they get? But honestly, in this ACC, who's actually good? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:11:42
Sep 17, 2021

Season 11 - Week 2: It's all about the Commonwealth

Lots of football this weekend, but all the good games feature teams from good ol' Virginny! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:21:09
Sep 10, 2021

Season 11 - Week 1: You could've just not mentioned it

Boy did the ACC have a bad week, huh? Nevertheless, we're all aligned on winners and losers for the week, so we try something different for our game discussions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 44:13
Sep 4, 2021

Virtual Tailgate Season 11 - Week 0: Parlay

We break down the week's games and try to decide how things will shake out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:31
Sep 4, 2021

Virtual Tailgate Season 11 Preview

And We're Back! We run through the preview of the ACC for 2021 and who looks poised to play to Clemson in the title game this year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 56:45
Jul 31, 2021

Conference Realignment Special

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:03:51
Mar 13, 2021

Virtual Tailgate ACC Tournament Bracket

We round-robin picked a joint bracket for the ACC tournament earlier in the week. Spoilers: we never picked COVID for any of the games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:02
Dec 28, 2020

Season 10 - Bowl Week: CFP vs ACC

This crazy season is winding down, but there are still a few teams willing to stick it out for a bowl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:08
Dec 17, 2020

Season 10 - Week 14: Judge Jarred is Impartial

Judge Jarred shows up as is tradition, and rules on the hottest of the coaching hot seats in the ACC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:26:55
Dec 10, 2020

Season 10 - Week 13: The Cancellation Switcheroo

The gang gets tripped up by bad data on CBS's website. Hopefully it's not a portent of things to come! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:12:07
Dec 1, 2020

Season 10 - Week 12: The End of the Road for FSU?

FSU has "postponed" a lot of games - will they play again this season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:04:02
Nov 28, 2020

Season 10 - Week 11: No rivalry week this year

It's a comparably boring Thanksgiving weekend this year with all the scheduling craziness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 56:53
Nov 27, 2020

Season 10: Thanksgiving Special

Thanksgiving week gives our schedules fits, but we power through to get something out for the Friday matchup between UNC and Notre Dame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 18:58
Nov 13, 2020

Season 10 - Week 9: Red Zone

Who cares about red zone conversions? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:55
Nov 6, 2020

Season 10 - Week 8: Geoffless

We're down a man, but we power through! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 56:50
Oct 31, 2020

Season 10 - Week 7: Infomercial Madness

Recorded before Trevor Lawrence got the COVID, so please excuse the boundless Clemson optimism! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:03:20
Oct 23, 2020

Season 10 - Week 6: The Coffin Corner Kickoff

How bad is Virginia's special teams? How good is Clemson? Does Notre Dame deserve their #2 accolades (or is that only because of how bad the rest of the league is? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:02:54
Oct 14, 2020

Season 10 - Week 5: Who are These Teams?

Louisville is worse than expected, and NC State is better. What? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:04:16
Oct 8, 2020

Season 10 - Week 4: Welcome to Atlantis

The season marches on, and it seems like everyone's playing this week...for now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:34
Sep 29, 2020

Season 10 - Week 3: Down on FSU

Everybody's down on FSU this week, but will anyone pick them to lose a non-conference game on a regional sports network? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 55:00
Sep 23, 2020

Season 10 - Week 2: In which Notre Dame gets its due

Who will play, and who won't this week? Also, is David softening on Notre Dame? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 58:26
Sep 18, 2020

Season 10 - Week 1: Who will flip?

David has some good sales pitches on the underdogs this week. Does anyone flip? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 41:19
Sep 11, 2020

Season 10 - Week 0: Definitely recorded before the UAB-Miami game...

We're back, unbelievably. Apparently football is even going on in parts of the country. So we'll talk about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 50:07
May 3, 2020

The Virtual Drive-In - Episode 2: The Game Plan (2007)

The recent NFL draft prompts us to fondly remember football with the The Rock. We learn that we may have the 1992 draft to thank for his movie career, because it was so bad, it caused the number of rounds to shrink soon after! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 2:00:21
Apr 25, 2020

The Virtual Drive-In - Episode 1: Rookie of the Year (1993)

In the inaugural episode of our new show, we fondly remember baseball, and how long the Cubs were bad. You can sign up for our new show directly at: https://anchor.fm/virtual-drive-in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:48:59
Apr 16, 2020

Quarantine Wipe-it-Clean: Straight Outta Charmin Championship

Who will make it to the final four, and who will win it all in this, the most practical head-to-head tournament of 64 teams you've ever listened to? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:33:37
Apr 10, 2020

Quarantine Wipe-it-Clean: Rounds of 64 and 32

Welcome to the Quarantine Wipe-it-Clean, the top March Madness in April tournament of 2020 that aims to answer the question: What is the best thing to wipe with now that toilet paper is gone? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:41:39
Dec 21, 2019

Season 9 - Bowls: A History of Bowels

It's time to go bowling! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:45:25
Dec 7, 2019

Season 9 - Championship Week: The Ritual is Now Complete

UVA does it - 7 Different Coastal champs in 7 consecutive seasons. Finally Clemson's spell of dominance over the ACC is at an end! (Narrator: It wasn't) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:35
Nov 28, 2019

Season 9 - Week 13: Judging Jarred

It's time for the coaches to come and get their sentencing from the Judge! Who's staying and who's going? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:36:40
Nov 23, 2019

Season 9 - Week 12: Connectivity isses

Everybody seems to have trouble staying connected this week. I mean, Jarred didn't even make it on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:16
Nov 16, 2019

Season 9 - Week 11: Steak and Fries?

We're all way too tired this week, but that somehow means a tighter show? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 46:59
Nov 7, 2019

Season 9: Week 10 - BC can run

FSU is coachless and Bryce Perkins is amazing, but who cares when BC gets 2 game balls for 7 players! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 56:49
Nov 2, 2019

Season 9 - Week 9: Who will make the cut?

Despite some crazy scenarios floating around online saying every ACC team will go bowl, or end up 4-4 in conference, we think some will get an extended offseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 57:20
Oct 24, 2019

Season 9 - Week 8: Mid Season Awards

How are we feeling about our pre-season individual award picks? Pretty good. Our pre-season team and coach picks? Less so. So much less so. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:01:51
Oct 15, 2019

Season 9 - Week 7: All Chaos Conference

The power rankings are all over the place because no one can keep winning. Oh well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 49:57
Oct 10, 2019

Season 9 - Week 6: Remedial Comedy

We try to (re)teach Jarred the fundamentals of comedy during the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 46:59
Oct 9, 2019

Season 9: Week 5 - Move Along

(Late posting about last week!) Nothing to see this week, move along Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:10:22
Sep 27, 2019

Season 9 - Week 4: 10 Win Wake: Jarred's been calling it for years

Upsets and undefeated are the big topics this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 45:57
Sep 20, 2019

Season 9 - Week 3: Losers Abound

Seems like no one could get their act together this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:02:40
Sep 13, 2019

Season 9, Week 2: Return of the Mack?

Is UNC for real? And what about all those other unexpectedly 2-0 Coastal teams? We all agree FSU's win shouldn't count, though. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 57:11
Sep 5, 2019

Season 9 - Week 1: Louisville Live?

We're recording so early the games are even finished this week. Thankfully it's just Louisville, and they regress to their (very low) mean rather quickly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 55:04
Aug 30, 2019

Season 9 - Preason, take 2: Who wants to play a game

The guys are subjected to the best and worst takes of their past preseason picks in this retrospective game. Thank goodness football starts this weekend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 58:28
Aug 23, 2019

Season 9 - Preseason: Who plays a week 0 game, seriously?

The boys are back to talk some football and make some bold predictions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:40
Apr 3, 2019

Virtual Tailgate Offseason - March Madness

Celebrate the Cavaliers Final Four trip by listening to us fight over the Sweet Sixteen. Timely content, because we definitely don't forget to post shows after we record them..... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:15:04
Jan 18, 2019

Virtual Tailgate Season 8 - Post Bowl: but pre dinner

Sorry for the posting delay all. We recorded this right after the game, so our takes may seem a bit stale, but worry not! We're gonna give a monthly off-season show a whirl! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 44:54
Dec 22, 2018

Season 8 - Week 14: Bowl Rush

It's bowl game time again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:26:39
Nov 29, 2018

Season 8 - Week 13: Judge Jarred Lashes Out

Judge Jarred makes another worthy appearance and tells off some underperforming coaches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:12:20
Nov 25, 2018

Season 8 - Week 12: The Thanksgiving Show That Almost Wasn't

We almost lost this show to the aether, folks. Thankfully Jarred was able to locate it, but of course, that meant it took me until Sunday to post it. Sorry folks, we'll be on top of our Championship picks this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:12
Nov 16, 2018

Season 8 - Week 11: Hot Water

I'll take Inside Jokes for $200, Alex. Jarred doesn't have it, but some ACC coaches are in it this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:32
Nov 8, 2018

Season 8 - Week 10: Too Quiet

We're almost all picking the same winners that week. Does that mean we're all falling into the same trap? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:02
Nov 3, 2018

Season 8 - Week 9: Spooky Predictions

It's that Hallowed time of year, when we predict who won't win another game this year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:30:25
Oct 26, 2018

Season 8 - Week 8: Change Places!

We made bad picks before the show started, so we keep convincing each other and ourselves to change mid-show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:08
Oct 18, 2018

Week 7 - Nobody Plays Football When Jarred's Away

We're a man down, and half the ACC decided not to play in response. We puzzle over such a light week, and decide to turn in a tight, quick show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 41:13
Oct 12, 2018

Week 6 - Against the Spread

Lots of seemingly lopsided games this week, so we pick against the spread, instead. Who will pull an upset? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:05:56
Oct 4, 2018

Season 8 - Week 5: Presents

We try to decide on the best wedding presents for Jarred, and also talk some football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:00
Sep 28, 2018

Season 8 - Week 4: Trade Deadline!

This week is starting to look like the pros trade deadline, so we talk about a lot of the big QB races going on around the conference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:14:29
Sep 20, 2018

Season 8 - Week 3: Geoffless

Geoff's off in search of wins for FSU, but the rest of us push on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:02:41
Sep 14, 2018

Season 8 - Week 2: Hurricane Part II

Deja Vu! Another season, another game-disrupting hurricane. We plow through, anyway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:39
Sep 7, 2018

Season 8, Week 1 - Davidless

The trio soldiers on, sans David. Thankfully Micah got his picks in, or we'd be lost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:37
Aug 31, 2018

Season 8 - Preseason: Skype vs. Crumble in a Race to the Bottom

We gave up on Mumble this year and went back to Skype, only to have it lose 15 minutes of the show! Anyway, we're back, the ACC has good football to come, and still no Maryland, hooray! Jarred tries out some new jokes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:01:27
Dec 26, 2017

Virtual Tailgate Season 7 - Bowl Week

Jarred probably goes a little too deep on everything, but we get through all the bowls. Merry Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:50:14
Nov 30, 2017

Week 13 - Judge Jarred Rides Again

What the hell happened with Judge Jarred? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:00
Nov 22, 2017

Week 12 - Contagious Brain Farts

"I'm not an interpreter of reading language." Quote of the week from Jarred. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:48
Nov 16, 2017

Week 11 - Jimbo hatches a plan

"Coach Jimbo" stops by to tell us his plan for be bowl bound by the end of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:37
Nov 8, 2017

Week 10 - Commonwealth Role Reversal

We're in the Upside Down! Cavalier fans are excited, and Hokie fans are bummed out. FSU-Clemson isn't looking like the powerhouse game it should have been, either. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:03
Nov 4, 2017

Week 9 - Special Guest

A Special Guest drops by at the beginning of the show, and it's all down-hill from there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:05:44
Oct 28, 2017

Week 8 - Mid-season Scramble

What happened to the ACC last week. Will the madness continue? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:15
Oct 20, 2017

Week 7 - Lamar Jackson and the Hot Garbage

Can Louisville recover from a loss to BC? Can anyone, really? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:03:11
Oct 12, 2017

Week 6 - Fantasy

The guys start playing games with the Pick 'em already, and just how much have the power rankings shifted? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 47:18
Oct 9, 2017

Week 5 - Won't Back Down

Who will win in the FSU-Miami game? The Seminoles, the Hurricanes, or Nate? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:24:01
Sep 30, 2017

Week 4 - Come out and play

All the teams are back in action this week, and 5 of them are undefeated...for now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:33:12
Sep 22, 2017

Brother vs. Brother

The Van Gelders clash! Although I guess that happened before the show. See if you can tell! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:11:09
Sep 14, 2017

Jarred's on the sauce

After a host of technical problems, Jarred finally pulls it together, and goes on a few good rants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:03:14
Sep 9, 2017

Week 1 - Storm's a-brewin'

With Irma brewing off the coast of Florida, a couple of ACC games get cancelled - and one in the middle of the show! Nevertheless, we press on, and hope that Auburn and Clemson get their game in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 59:45
Aug 31, 2017

Virtual Tailgate Season 7 - Pre-Season: Back at it

It's time for another season of football, and the guys are ready to break it down. Will Clemson reload, or will Florida State regain its Atlantic crown, and what about Louisville? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:28:59
Dec 17, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6: Bowls - Swag

The guys play a round of bowl swag trivia, and reflect on the upcoming games, as well as Clemson and Lamar Jackson's accomplishments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 2:06:10
Dec 1, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 13: New Sponsor?

The show gets a new sponsor(?) and we hand out the yearly awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:15:55
Nov 23, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Episode 12: Post Thanksgiving Anxiety

It's Rivalry Week, and the guys discuss all the big games, and the coaches currently on the hot seat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:38:45
Nov 19, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6: Week 11 - Low Energy

We recorded last week, we really did, but Andrew was away, and the other guys didn't get it posted. Anyway, we're back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:30
Nov 4, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 9: Technical Difficulties

Jarred runs into some technical issues with his music drops, but he recovers by the end. Who will make it to a bowl this year? Lots of teams are still in the hunt, but the head-to-head match-ups will tell the tale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:30:13
Oct 28, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 8: Happy Halloweed?

Every game gets a bit of gameball love this week, not that it was hard with only 4 contests. Big question ahead for this week - will Wake Forest go bowling before FSU? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:08:18
Oct 20, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 7: Macho Man's Midseason Mashup

Just in time for Halloween, the guys are visited by the ghost of Macho Man Randy Savage. A light week of games means we have time to run down our midseason superlatives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:08:38
Oct 13, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 6: Who'll Stop the Rain?

It was a soggy one down Old Carolina way this past weekend, and the guys discuss the idea to play games, move them or postpone them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:14:02
Oct 6, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 5: Another One Bites the Dust

Another ACC team is defeated, and the Power Rankings undergo a bit of a shuffle at the top. Also, Jarred's internet is problematic, but that's probably just because the Rock is hogging all the bandwidth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:17:19
Sep 28, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 4 - Death Valley Showdown

We're a man down for the week, but we press on. (Sorry Mrs. Van Gelder, only one son on the show this week). Clemson Louisville is this weekend, along with a host of other interesting games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 50:41
Sep 23, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 3 - Back to Old Kentucky

Louisville ROFLstomped Florida State - did Lamar Jackson find the cheat code for NCAA 2016? Plus other stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:35:58
Sep 15, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 2 - Long Hard Time to Come

What's up with Clemson? And who will win the big early-season showdown in Kentucky? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:11:28
Sep 8, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Week 1 - French Affection

No big surprises this week, except for UVA's badness. So we talk about what we learned from the teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 53:09
Sep 2, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 6 - Preseason - Back to School (again!)

Lots of turnover in the ACC this year. Are the big dogs still on top, or will someone new come out to play? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:13
Mar 4, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Signing Day Special

Signing day has come and gone. The draft is on the horizon. How are the ACC teams shaping up this off-season? The guys discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:20
Jan 23, 2016

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Season Wrap Up: The Dance

The guys wrap up the season and discuss the latest news on conference championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:27:28
Dec 18, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Bowl Season - Take it to the Limit

The guys talk about the ACC championship, the best of the year, bowls, and of course, the swag that the players get. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 2:01:05
Dec 3, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 13: The New Kid in Town

New hires at VT and Miami spark just as much discussion as the continued vacancies at UVA and Syracuse. Plus, there's a conference championship to discuss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:44
Nov 24, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 12: Thank You for Being a Friend

The guys get in the Thanksgiving spirit for fans of each team, and then it's on to the Rivalry Week discussion. After you're finished listening, you won't need to pay attention to the color commentators in the game, and that's a good thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:46:19
Nov 19, 2015

Virtual Tailgate - Week 11: Careless Whisper

We're down a man, but we soldier on! Clemson remains dominant, but the ACC is having a down year this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:35:10
Nov 13, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 10: East Bound and Down

A new podcast media empire is born at http://www.mediabullcrap.comThe guys discuss Clemson's chances, and the yearly implosion of the Coastal Division, and if Carolina can rise above it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:23:39
Nov 5, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 9: I'm so Excited

Who'll land at Virginia Tech, and what can we do with Miami-Duke?At least Clemson is #1... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:46:18
Oct 29, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 8: The Heat is On

With one coach already down in flames, the guys discuss who else is starting to feel a bit of heat in their seat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:33:18
Oct 23, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 7: Back in Time

Great Scott! Can the guys make it back to August to change their picks without destroying the universe? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:07
Oct 14, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 6: Stuck in the Middle with You

Who's stuck in the middle of the ACC this week, and who has a chance to rise above? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:21:33
Oct 6, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 5: Bad Boys

Can anyone from the ACC make it into the playoffs this year? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:56
Sep 30, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 4: Going to Carolina

Is Carolina where all the action is this season in the ACC?Charts are back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:46
Sep 22, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 3: Don't Go Breaking Our Hearts

Can a little bit of Sir Elton sooth our souls after this past week? And is Notre Dame worth all the trouble as a non-conference opponent, anyway? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:06:57
Sep 18, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 2: Taking Care of Business

Did the ACC take care of business this week? The guys debate! (Louisville fans, you're gonna be disappointed). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:02:09
Sep 11, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Week 1: Like A Surgeon

It's only week 1 and we're talking about some big deal injuries! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:04
Sep 2, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 5 - Preseason: Back To School

This week on the Virtual TailgateWe take everyone back to school and preview the 2015 ACC football season.Virginia Tech fines, Preseason picks, and our first (recoverable) technical glitch.Plus many more shenanigans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:01
May 21, 2015

Virtual Tailgate 2015 Draft Recap

There's Trouble in Paradise as the guys pour their Heart and Soul into this offseason show while we're a man down. We go Back in Time to compare some old drafts, and ask If This is It already for some prospects. It all raises just one final question: are you Happy to be Stuck with Us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:06:49
Jan 28, 2015

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Postseason: No!

We wrap up the bowl season for the ACC, and make some way too early predictions for next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:21:26
Dec 19, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 15: Bowl Swag!

We briefly recap the ACC Title gameWe award our ACC Offense, defense, and coaches of the yearand we preview every ACC bowl game, SWAG included Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:34:52
Dec 4, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 14: Flipping the Script on the SEC

The ACC takes care of business against the SECPower Rankings and Analysis of our season of picksacc championship preview, coming up on the Virtual Tailgate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 57:17
Nov 25, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 13: Intrastate Podcast

We discuss Florida State's college football playoff implicationsIt's rivlary week in the ACC, and we preview each gamePower rankings and picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:19
Nov 20, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 12: More Victory Bell

Inmates run the asylum as David is missingWe're tired of terrible news out of Tallahassee and Chapel HillGive me some more Victory Bell! UNC-Duke Football preview!All this and more coming up on the Virtual Tailgate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 54:06
Nov 13, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 11: Hold the Mic

We're still a man down, but a different man. Florida Sate/Miami is all the talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:04:43
Nov 6, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 10: Hot Seats

There are Hot Seats all over the conference as the ACC season draws closer to the end. See how the guys cope being a man down this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:15:59
Oct 30, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 9: Spiderwebs

This week on the Virtual Tailgate:Is Florida State football above Tallahassee law?Who ruined Pitt's homecoming?Power rankings, picks, and a fair bit of BS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:17:15
Oct 23, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 8: Bad Wifi leads to poor audio

We had a great conversation this week, and everyone chimed in on the latest UNC controversy. Unfortunately, Andrew was on a new computer on hotel wifi, so the whole thing might sound a little rough. If you tough it out, though, it's probably one of our better episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 53:07
Oct 16, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 7: Dumpster Fires and Jameis Questions

This Week on the Virtual TailgateJameis dominates the news cycle. We look for the early standout players. David takes issue with Miami's Ranking. We spend way too much time talking about the worst game of the week, and we're all uncertain about the Notre Dame - FSU gameAs a special bonus, we've added a bit of our pre-show discussion about the ongoing Jameis Winston onto the end of the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:45:15
Oct 9, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 6: Midterms

Game ballsMidterm grades for each team & power rankingsPredictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:17:19
Oct 2, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 5: NERDS!!!!

- another mediocre week of ACC football- we discuss a road trip to syracuse- bidet butt cleaners clean you up well- power rankings and picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:16:32
Sep 25, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 4: Hard Times in the ACC

The ACC StinksPower RankingsThe Duke/Miami dilemmaJarred can't hold it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:19:36
Sep 18, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 3: They aren't who we thought they were

- We recap week 3's highlights and disappointments- Jameis Winston is an idiot- Geoff reminds us about the limits of our knowledge- Week 4 power rankings and game predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:06:45
Sep 11, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 2: The Mathticians

On this week's episode of the Virtual Tailgate:We get a sponsor that cleans the unfathomableFSU's opponent plays dirtyLow ACC attendance and drunk 3rd string QBsPower rankings and pick 'em! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:22:03
Sep 3, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4 - Week 1: What Not to Wear, Blacksburg Edition

Florida State Slides ByUVA’s defense is their offenseLouisville Dominates The UBeamer’s blazer blazes… and the upcoming Ohio State game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:03:44
Aug 28, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 4: Preseason

We thoroughly apologize for such a long episode. We didn't have enough time to make it any shorter. (with apologies to TJ for the paraphrase) Enjoy on your Labor Day drives! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:36:45
May 22, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 3 Post Draft Day Special

We get the crew back together to review the ACC's departing talent, see who did well, and who didn't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 45:56
Feb 25, 2014

Signing Day Special - Oh Damn!

It's late, but still good! We run down the 2014 ACC classes and catch up on offseason football talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 51:00
Jan 19, 2014

Virtual Tailgate Season 3 - Postseason: Country Songs

Jarred quizzes the guys on Country music's relationship to the ACC teams, and we try to celebrate FSU's big win without getting distracted by our hometown teams failures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:12:09
Dec 22, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Bowl Week: The Long and Winding Road

Jarred gets into the holiday spirit (or perhaps just some spirits during the holidays) and we break down all the bowl games, eventually. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 2:08:49
Dec 6, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Week 14: Judge Jarred Rides Again

Hi Ho Gavel, Away! Judge Jarred asks the rest of the crew to defend some of the more embattled ACC coaches, and then steals off into the night, surely for some nefarious purpose. Afterwards, we spend 20 minutes trying to come up with some hope for the Blue Devils again Famous Jameis and his crew, to no avail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:15:44
Nov 27, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Week 13: Randy Edsall's Body

Geoff is away this week, which just gives Jarred more room to run around. We do try to talk serious for a minute about Jameis Winston and Duke's 10-win potential, but by the end, Jarred just goes Gaga over Randy...... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:24:07
Nov 19, 2013

The Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Week 12: Night Court (is not pr0n)

Judge Jarred makes an early debut, but he gets confused about his intro music. We talk coach of the year, and a bunch of late-season fluff games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:31
Nov 14, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 12: The Duke Switch

Jarred tries to analyse a game using a 10+ year old song, and 3 of us call a pick audible on the same game. We start discussing bowl bids, and whether Maryland will get one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:20:17
Nov 6, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 11: Ramble On

We try to talk about early picks for season superlatives, and, well, we just keep talking. Some time later, we finally get to the games, but Jarred's had a few by then, so we're all just hanging on for dear life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:35:07
Nov 1, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 10: Somebody Get a Plunger

As always, we've saved the best for last, with our preview and predictions for the big Miami-Florida State game on Saturday. But the biggest question of all remains: Can you help Jarred name that tune at the end of the show? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:05:12
Oct 25, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 9: Everybody Sucks but Florida State

Another David-less week, but we soldier on. Jarred has technical difficulty, and we dissect the biggest eggs laid last week. Here's hoping everyone plays a bit better this coming week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:20:06
Oct 18, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 8: Motivational Speaking 101

David's off on exotic travels this week, so Geoff and I try to keep Jarred in line. This far into the furlough, things are not looking good, folks. Let's all be glad that next week, Jarred will have been working. We talk the big games of the week, and someone makes an about-face on the FSU-Clemson game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:10:09
Oct 13, 2013

The Late Show

Look, everyone, I'm sorry. I completely lost track of time and everything this week, and here it is Sunday morning, and I'm just now getting around to posting this thing. I know it's too late to be useful for insight on your large money bets in Vegas, but it's still a good show. Well, Jarred's a little crazy, but you expect that, right? New show this week soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:07:13
Oct 4, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 6: Swamp Ass

Jarred opens up about Government furlows and personal issues. David begins the next conference realignment campaign, and Geoff tries his best to actually talk about football. I'm just the recorder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:12:42
Sep 26, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 5: Savage Garden, Bro.

After we wrapped this show, Geoff proclaimed "Despite everything, it was a pretty good show," and we hope you agree. With so many mis-matched games this week, and even the close ones having ridiculous scores, it was easy to get off track, but we try to talk about what we learned, and use none of that knowledge to inform our upcoming picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:17:32
Sep 19, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 4: Don't Choose the First Title

I try to keep the viewership numbers from Jarred, but he somehow finds these things out, and get clips to go with them, too. Wake slides right in to the new whipping boy role, with room to spare, and Jarred fuzzes out mid-analysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:21:37
Sep 11, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 3: Jarred's Innuendos

Everyone is back, and we managed not to let it get too long!In between the cheers and the jeers, the gameballs and the picks, enjoy hearing Jarred fall apart as his 'Skins slowly surrender to the Eagles. Maybe we should record on Monday all the time? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 53:44
Sep 6, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 2: Skeleton Crew

With Andrew and Geoff on IR tonight, David and Jarred muddle through by themselves. Surprisingly, they actually manage to talk a little ACC football, celebrate big wins from Clemson, Florida State, and Virginia, and hand out gameballs from some impressive opening week performances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:45
Aug 28, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Season 3, Episode 1: Five Words

We're back for another season of maybe, kind of, talking about ACC football. In this episode, Jarred creates a pretty good game. Too bad he didn't tell us about it until the middle of the show! We break down the teams, get lots of facts wrong, and listen to our favorite clip again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:14:50
Jan 20, 2013

Virtual Tailgate Bowl Wrapup

It's a new year, and college football is finished, with the pros close behind. Catch one last look at the ACC's year with us, and question how Jarred can make such good connections between Britney Spears songs and ACC football games without anyone mocking his comprehension of Britney's catalog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:30:06
Dec 18, 2012

Virtual Tailgate: ACC Week 14: Bowl Preview

After a quick wrap-up on the championship game, it's time to play the bowl preview game.Pay close attention (or not really) and see how Jarred doesn't have to report on any of the upcoming games!Also, we welcome our silent, unofficial 5th panel member, Micah Vaughan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:03
Dec 5, 2012

Virtual Tailgate: Preshow Discussion from Week 13 show

Don't delete this show just yet! While we figure out our schedules for the bowl preview show, here's a little more conversation to tide you over. Last week, we did some pre-show while waiting on Jarred to finish up something offline, and decided to share it with you here. It's much rougher, as we run through our discussion topics and aren't able to hold back and "save it for the show".Hope you enjoy this sneak peek here.Music: the inemitable Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band singing the only proper rendition of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town". Man, that song makes me miss Clarence. Did you know I heard a childern's choir do this version of the song? This why living in New Jersey is awesome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:00:31
Nov 30, 2012

ACC Week 13: November 24, 2012

If you listen to one show this week - well I don't know to tell you. But if you've downloaded this one, stick around to the end, because Jarred gets really fired about the current state of VT football, and though we don't much agree with him, it's a fun conversation.The ACC continues to screw us, both on the field (dropping 4 to the SEC) and off (dropping all it's big new the day after we record).Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:33:29
Nov 20, 2012

ACC Week 12: November 17, 2012

We're mostly back on track, and we've got a fan-favorite discussion topic: Conference Expansion Rumors!We recorded early, so we miss on the Miami self-imposed bowl ban and confirmation of Maryland leaving, but definitely talk about it allMusic: I'm Your Moon by Johnathan Coulton(he's got a christmas album out, go give it a look: https://secure.jonathancoulton.com/ocaat/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:34
Nov 15, 2012

ACC Week 11: November 10, 2012

This is the week, dear listeners, where we truly fail you. We let a sleep deprived Jarred take over and turn the show into a nearly 2-hour bout of inanity. But it's actually kind of fun. Sorry for the low quality, too, but it's hard to fit in 2 hours on a budget that expects 1 hour/week.Music: Whatever Jarred used, Price Is Right I believe.There is no Plinko, sadly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:48:03
Nov 9, 2012

ACC Week 10: November 3, 2012

Jarred reveals the big secret of our recording night by talking about the election, but the inane facts might just be a ruse.We ramble for a while, and the intro music is Hootie because Jarred mocked them in the pre-show, so I'm making him listen to them on here now.Music: Hootie and the Blowfish Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:24:58
Nov 1, 2012

ACC Week 9: October 27, 2012

Andrew survived Hurricane Sandy up in Jersey, but he can't charge his phone; Jarred calls in from a hotel right outside Randy Edsall's office; and the guys take stock of the ACC with only a few weeks left to go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:24:29
Oct 24, 2012

ACC Week 8: October 20, 2012

A short, crazy and fun show this week. David calls in from a concert, and Jarred actually prepped his "interview" ahead of time this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 44:54
Oct 18, 2012

ACC Week 7: October 13, 2012

It was a small week for the ACC, but next week, everyone's finally playing each other. And you'll never guess who Jarred talks to this week, on the newly named "He went to Jarred" segment.Music: We are Sex Bob-Omb by Sex Bob-Omb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:09:16
Oct 12, 2012

ACC Week 6: October 6, 2012

Jarred is MIA, and Andrew took forever to get the show up (though you won't here about that in the show). In the show, you'll hear more of the ACC lament, and you'll find out why we need Jarred around: he makes the unexpected picks the rest of us won't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 58:48
Oct 2, 2012

ACC Week 5: September 29, 2012

While Andrew moves from one apartment to another up in the heart of ACC country (New Jersey), the 3 Virginia guys goof off, sound off, and (finally) sign off. Topics this week include the awful state of defense around the league; struggles in Atlanta, Blacksburg, and Charlottesville; and questions about just how good Miami really is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 52:40
Sep 28, 2012

ACC Week 4: September 22, 2012

We're a man down, but we soldier on. FSU Clemson was a big deal, but not the game of the week. Geoff gives that to Miami-Georgia Tech.Also, stay tuned for another of Jarred's "celebrity interviews" (or Jarred finds a new soundboard, as some of us call it).Music: From Small Things (Big Things One Day Come) by Bruce Springsteen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 48:07
Sep 20, 2012

ACC Week 3: September 15, 2012

I'll just say it here, this thing came off the rails well before the recorded parts you will hear. I've got another whole podcast in that recording about 80s TV and what shows were for "girls" versus "guys"I promise we get to some football, but there are a lot of newly-minted inside jokes there too.Game of the Week: Jarred copped out - the rest of us try to go with UNC-Louisville.Lots of Notre Dame talk and empty ACC stadiums.You'll probably laugh if you listen, even though it will mostly be at our expense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:06:04
Sep 13, 2012

ACC Week 2: September 8, 2012

A rough cut this week with some of our favorite Jarred clips to get us started, and a long, strange, rambling story by Jarred to end it. Hopefully he won't get us in trouble.Somewhere in the middle, we talk about ACC football, though, and have a good time doing it.Game of the Week: UNC-WF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 52:30
Sep 6, 2012

ACC Week 1: August 31 - September 3, 2012

We're back in the saddle after the first week of action on the field.David's Game of the Week: Georgia Tech @ Virginia TechMusic: Down Today by Johnathan Coulton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 43:27
Sep 1, 2012

Virtual Tailgate 2012 Preseason

We're Back! New season, same tune. We discuss offseason troubles and the upcoming games. Some wild predictions about the season get tossed about, and Jarred has already refused to pick a winner in our Pick'em. The more things change, you know? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 58:29
May 25, 2012

Virtual Tailgate: Offseason Realignment

Who's going where? Is the ACC going to be a basketball conference? Is it already? We don't know the answers but we like to speculate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:11:14
Jan 15, 2012

Virtual Tailgate ACC Post Bowl Review

How did the ACC do this Bowl Season? Can Jarred do impressions? Find out inside!Missouri vs North CarolinaLouisville vs NC StateFlorida State vs Notre DameMississippi State vs Wake ForestGeorgia Tech vs UtahVirginia vs AuburnMichigan vs Virginia TechWest Virginia vs Clemson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:37
Dec 21, 2011

Virtual Tailgate ACC Bowl Week

Wherein our heroes discuss all of the important Bowl Games happening this year (the ones with an ACC team in them of course!). Dec 26 - Shreveport, LA - Independence BowlMissouri 7-5 (5-4 Big 12) vs North Carolina 7-5 (3-5 ACC)Dec 27 - Charlotte, NC - Belk BowlLouisville 7-5 (5-2 Big East) vs NC State 7-5 (4-4 ACC)Dec 29 - Orlando, FL - Champs Sports BowlFlorida State 8-4 (5-3 ACC) vs Notre Dame 8-4Dec 30 - Nashville, TN - Franklin American Mortgage Music City BowlMississippi State 6-6 (2-6 SEC) vs Wake Forest 6-6 (5-3 ACC)Dec 31 - El Paso, Tx - Hyundai Sun BowlGeorgia Tech 8-4 (5-3 ACC) vs Utah 7-5 (4-5 Pac 12)Dec 31 - Atlanta, GA - Chick-fil-A BowlVirginia 8-4 (5-3 ACC) vs 25 Auburn 7-5 (4-4 SEC)Jan 3 - New Orleans, LA - Sugar Bowl13 Michigan 10-2 (6-2 Big Ten) vs 11 Virginia Tech 11-2 (7-1 ACC)Jan 4 - Miami, FL - Orange Bowl23 West Virginia 9-3 (5-2 Big East) vs Clemson 10-3 (6-2 ACC) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:28:56
Nov 30, 2011

ACC Week 13: November 24-26

For so few games to discuss, we sure can ramble on! The Bowl picture is still pretty fuzzy to us, but at least we know who's playing for the big time now.Last Week's Games:Boston Collge @ MiamiGeorgia @ Georgia TechMaryland @ NC StateDuke @ North CarolinaVanderbuilt @ Wake ForestVirginia Tech @ VirginiaFlorida State @ FloridaClemson @ South CarolinaPlayers of the WeekPower RankingsACC ChampionshipGeoff hands out some superlativesWe all hand out some individual awards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:52:12
Nov 22, 2011

ACC Week 12: November 17-19

The whole gang is back together, and we just can't stop talking. Too many teams vying for bowls in a confusing system will do that to you. We try to puzzle it out.Last Week's games:North Carolina @ Virginia TechVirginia @ Florida StateMiami @ South FloridaGeorgia Tech @ DukeClemson @ NC StateMaryland @ Wake ForestBoston College @ Notre DamePlayers of the WeekBowl Talk!Pick-em check inNext Week's games:Boston Collge @ MiamiGeorgia @ Georgia TechMaryland @ NC StateDuke @ North CarolinaVanderbuilt @ Wake ForestVirginia Tech @ VirginiaFlorida State @ FloridaClemson @ South Carolina Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:59:15
Nov 17, 2011

ACC Week 11: November 10-12

David wasn't around for the live show, so the rest of us are off the chain! Don't worry David-fans, he pre-recorded his analysis just for you!Last Week's Games:Virginia Tech @ Georgia TechWake Forest @ ClemsonMiami @ Florida StateNC State @ Boston CollegeDuke @ VirginiaNotre Dame @ MarylandPlayers of the WeekPower Rankings!Movers and shakers this year.Pick-em Check InNext Week's GamesNorth Carolina @ Virginia TechVirginia @ Florida StateMiami @ South FloridaGeorgia Tech @ DukeClemson @ NC StateMaryland @ Wake ForestBoston College @ Notre Dame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:30:10
Nov 10, 2011

ACC Week 10: November 3-5

The ACC postseason races are heating up! We talking about the best and worst performances of the season so far.This week's games:Florida St @ Boston CollegeVirginia @ MarylandNorth Carolina @ NC StateDuke @ MiamiNotre Dame @ Wake ForestPlayers of the WeekPower RankingsCheers and Jeers for the season so farPick 'em Check inNorth Carolina @ Virginia TechVirginia @ Florida StateMiami @ South FloridaGeorgia Tech @ DukeClemson @ NC StateMaryland @ Wake ForestBoston College @ Notre Dame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:22:08
Nov 2, 2011

ACC Week 9: October 27-29

Come for the football, stay for the insanity!Geoff and Jarred get into it over the Power Rankings this week, and Andrew tests out his creative writing chops, while David tries to hold it all together.Last Week's games:Virginia @ MiamiNC State @ Florida StateVirginia Tech @ DukeWake Forest @ North CarolinaBoston College @ MarylandClemson @ Georgia TechPlayers of the WeekPower RankingsACC RoundtablePick 'em Check inNext Week's games:Florida St @ Boston CollegeVirginia @ MarylandNorth Carolina @ NC StateDuke @ MiamiNotre Dame @ Wake ForestNew Team Check in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:25:57
Oct 26, 2011

ACC Week 8: October 22

It's time for more ACC talk! We get our first call!Maryland @ Florida StateWake Forest @ DukeNorth Carolina @ ClemsonNC State @ VirginiaGeorgia Tech @ MiamiBoston College @ Virginia TechPlayers of the WeekPower RankingsThe ACC on the National Stage w/Clemson?Pick 'em Check inVirginia @ MiamiNC State @ Florida StateVirginia Tech @ DukeWake Forest @ North CarolinaBoston College @ MarylandClemson @ Georgia TechNew Team Check in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:15:24
Oct 20, 2011

ACC Week 7: October 15

This week, Jarred zones out, David called em all, and Andrew looks up more oddly-named endangered species/mascots on Wikipedia.Miami at UNCFlorida State at DukeGeorgia Tech at VirginiaVirginia Tech at Wake ForestClemson at MarylandPlayes of the weekPower Ratings get a shake upMaryland at Florida StateWake Forest at DukeNorth Carolina at ClemsonNC State at VirginiaGeorgia Tech at MiamiBoston College at Virginia Tech Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:44
Oct 12, 2011

ACC Week 6: October 8

Come for the Football, stay to see just exactly what Jarred will say next.Last week's games:Maryland @ #13 Georgia TechLouisville @ North Carolina#23 Florida State @ Wake ForestCentral Michigan @ NC StateBoston College @ #8 ClemsonMiami @ #21 Virginia TechPlayers of the WeekPower Ratings pick up steam!Realignment Fatigue? Geoff admits to it, and the rest of us kind of agree!Early speculation on the end of the ACC seasonMiami at UNCFlorida State at DukeGeorgia Tech at VirginiaVirginia Tech at Wake ForestClemson at Maryland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:10:39
Oct 5, 2011

ACC Week 5: October 1

This week, Jarred's connection goes walkabout, Geoff regrets firing his old stats guy in the middle of the season, and we all lose it during a discussion of Central Michigan.Before we get started on the football, we give Jarred a chance to make amends over his disbelief in the existence of the Golden Panther. Results were....less than ideal.We finally get to last week's games:Georgia Tech @ NC StateIdaho @ VirginiaWake Forest @ Boston CollegeTowson @ MarylandNorth Carolina @ East CarolinaDuke @ Florida InternationalBethune-Cookman @ MiamiClemson @ Virginia TechPlayers of the WeekPower Ratings Debut!Is Clemson the real deal?Who might fall in the ACC?Pick-em check in Next week's games:Maryland @ #13 Georgia TechLouisville @ North Carolina#23 Florida State @ Wake ForestCentral Michigan @ NC StateBoston College @ #8 ClemsonMiami @ #21 Virginia Tech Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:18:20
Sep 28, 2011

ACC Week 4: September 22-24

Our best show ever! Or at least that's what we think.Find out which team is dead to Jarred, and which game he refuses to make a pick on.We start off with a quick recap of Last weeks games:NC State at CincinnatiMassachusetts at Boston CollegeNorth Carolina at Georgia TechTulane at DukeSouthern Mississippi at VirginiaKansas State at MiamiTemple at MarylandFlorida State at ClemsonVirginia Tech at MarshallAfter handing out player of the week honors, we move into a discussion of the ACC's horrible showing this week.Finally, we preview the week ahead, and hope that Geoff starts to get much worse at his picks, very fast.Wake Forest @ Boston CollegeTowson @ Maryland #21 Georgia Tech @ NC State Idaho @ VirginiaBethune-Cookman @ Miami#13 Clemson @ #11 Virginia TechNorth Carolina @ East CarolinaDuke @ Florida International We also start to check in on our new ACC neighbors, Pittsburgh and Syracuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 59:46
Sep 22, 2011

ACC Week 3: September 17

We run a little long this week, but that's to be expected when there is so much ACC news.We kick things off with a discussion of the ACC expansion, spinning out of all of the realignment rumors from the past weeks.Pittsburgh and Syracus will be joining the ACC, bringing strong athletic and academic programs to the conference. Is this the end, or just the beginning of changes in the BCS landscape?Eventually, we get around to talking about last weeks games:Auburn at Clemson West Virginia at Maryland Kansas at Georgia TechDuke at Boston CollegeArkansas State at Virginia TechOhio State at MiamiGardner-Webb at Wake ForestSouth Alabama at NC StateOklahoma at Florida StateGeoff has pulled out to an early lead in our hosts Pick'em, and the rest of the guys vow revengeThen we all almost pick exactly the same winners again this week:NC State at CincinnatiTulane at DukeMassachusetts at Boston CollegeNorth Carolina at Georgia TechSouthern Mississippi at VirginiaFlorida State at ClemsonKansas State at Miami Temple at MarylandVirginia Tech at Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:32:54
Sep 15, 2011

ACC Week 2: September 10

In our second show, we discuss all of last weeks games, and look ahead to a huge week of games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:13:25
Sep 8, 2011

ACC Week 1: September 1-5

Our inaugural podcast covering week 1 of the ACC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen Now → 1:28:30

No episodes matched your search or filters.