SEC on CBS Podcast

Jerry Hinnen is back on the show to preview the two favorites in the SEC West heading into 2015. Jerry explains why the quarterback situation and the unknowns on offense have him doubting Alabama and what needs to happen defensively for Auburn to rise to the level of a title contender.

CBS Sports college football writer Jerry Hinnen joins the show to preview Georgia and answer the burning question for 2015: will it matter who plays quarterback for the Bulldogs with that loaded backfield and solid defense? Then JC Shurburtt, of 247Sports, returns to preview everyone's favorite dark horse in the SEC East, Tennessee.

JC Shurburtt, national analyst for 247Sports, joins the show to kick of the 2015 team previews with a look at South Carolina and Florida. JC chimes in on the Gamecocks' defensive progress, picks the South Carolina quarterback of the future and discusses what Florida needs to do under Jim McElwain to get back in SEC East contention.

Jon Solomon joins Chip Patterson to go inside the NCAA with a review of what the National Labor Relations Board ruling in the Northwestern union case means for student-athletes moving forward. Plus, guesses at who takes the first snap for Alabama and Arkansas' expectations after the injury to running back Jonathan Williams.

CBS Sports College Football Insider Jon Solomon joins the show to discuss the most interesting responses from a survey of SEC players, potential impact of cost of attendance on the recruiting trail and the latest updates the rule changing process.

Missouri's last ten years have been remarkable to watch from the sidelines, as the program has jumped conferences once and reinvented itself multiple times. Dennis Dodd visited Columbia to write on the underrated Tigers and joins Chip Patterson to talk about the team's 2015 prospects. Plus, Jerry Hinnen returns for Part II of the Media Days Takeaways.

The launch of the new SEC on CBS Podcast comes with a review of SEC Media Days in Hoover, Ala. and the "Golden Mic" award for the SEC coach who did the best job dropping one-liners and jabbing his rivals during the two-week media tour in July.

Jerry Hinnen joins Chip Patterson to discuss his Pickin' Previews series, which looks at each of the Top 25 teams from a betting angle. In the show, Jerry and Chip share some against the spread trends to watch for with LSU, Georgia, Ohio State, Baylor and UCLA.

Tom Fornelli, Jerry Hinnen and Chip Patterson run through some of the first win totals for 2015, posted by 5Dimes. In the process, the conversation becomes a general preview of the power five conferences with a look at contenders and surprise teams. Bonus material includes a recap of Chip's wedding and a listener shout out.

Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson start looking ahead to 2015 by picking some of the best position groups in the country.

Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson discuss Malik Zaire pushing Everett Golson for the starting job at Notre Dame, CJ Beathard's time to shine at Iowa after Jake Rudock's transfer and whether the former Hawkeye will have an impact at Michigan. Plus, an explainer on CBSSports.com's Coach Rankings.

Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson discussing the beginning of year two of the Charlie Strong era at Texas as the Longhorns start spring practice this week. Where does Texas fall in the Big 12 pecking order and what would constitute a successful season in 2015? The guys also talk Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and pick out some transfers to watch this fall.

Tom Fornelli, Jerry Hinnen and Chip Patterson give listeners a look behind the scenes at the selection of the 2015 Helmet Bracket and discuss some of the results from the CBSSports.com voting. Plus, early thoughts from around the country in spring practice.

Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson review the NFL Combine from a college football fan's perspective. Some players who were among the best at their position in college have been downgraded after the testing, and others have emerged as highly-touted pro prospects. Tom and Chip discuss examples of both and take an early look at 2015 spring practice around the country.

Tom Fornelli and Chip Patterson prepare for National Signing Day with a look at the day itself -- why it matters and how it got so big -- and the top who will be making their final decisions next Wednesday. Plus, signing day story time with Tom and Chip reflects on the craziest recruiting tales from recent years.