Gridiron Graduates

Gridiron Graduates Episode 71

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 26 May 2017 16:45:00 -0700

GG wraps up Season 2 with Bill talking quarterbacks and evaluating quarterbacks with the amazing Mark Schofield of Inside the Pylon. We discuss the upcoming rookies and their landing spots and also touch on the already-hyped 2018 crop of quarterbacks.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 70

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 26 May 2017 16:41:00 -0700

The guys give their thoughts on the NFL Draft, including some of their favorite draft classes and some of their most interesting classes.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 69

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 15:52:00 -0700

The guys wrap up their division draft previews with the AFC and NFC West.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 68

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:43:00 -0700

We talk Marshawn Lynch's potential return to the NFL and his potential fit with the Raiders. Then our division talks roll on with the AFC and NFC South.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 67

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:43:00 -0700

The guys talk the retirement of Tony Romo and his upcoming role at CBS. Then draft previews continue with the AFC and NFC North divisions.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 66

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:43:00 -0700

The guys begin previewing each team's draft, starting with the AFC and NFC East. They also talk about some of the news from the Owner's Meetings including the vote to approve the move of the Raiders to Las Vegas.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 65

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 18:07:00 -0700

The guys recover from their busted brackets by talking Pro Days and whether top players should compete at them stemming from the injuries to Washington cornerback Sydney Jones and UCLA cornerback Fabian Moreau. Also talking about Pro Days for QBs Mitchell Trubisky and DeShone Kizer, Clemson players and Missouri edge Charles Harris, plus talk on why the market for Jay Cutler and Colin Kaepernick has been so soft. Plus, our thoughts on the continued talks of Malcolm Butler and whether he stays with the Patriots or goes to the Saints.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 64

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 06:42:00 -0700

The guys bring a little March Madness to the NFL, matching up five teams (besides New England, because yeah) to decide who has done the best in the first wave of the league year.

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Gridiron Graduates Episodes 61-63

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 20:35:00 -0700

Combining the last three episodes, including a chat with our buddy Jeff Lloyd, talking draft running backs and the Jets. We also dig into defensive free agents.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 60

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 18:22:00 -0800

The guys discuss the upcoming quarterback free agency class, including Kirk Cousins, as well as potential free agents such as Tyrod Taylor and Jay Cutler and trade possibilities such as Tony Romo, Jimmy Garoppolo and A.J. McCarron.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 59

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:24:00 -0800

The guys talk about what the hell happened to the Falcons in their epic collapse against the Patriots in Super Bowl LI.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 58

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:24:00 -0800

After Bill spent a week away in Mobile, Alabama for the Senior Bowl, the guys are back together to preview Super Bowl LI between the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots. Bill also discusses his time in Mobile and gives his thoughts on some of the prospects who stood out during the week.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 57

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:24:00 -0800

The guys talk the "unofficial" hiring of Kyle Shanahan in San Francisco before jumping into Conference Championship Sunday, with Green Bay at Atlanta and Pittsburgh at New England.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 56

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:23:00 -0800

It's the playoffs! First the guys discuss the new hirings of Sean McDermott (Buffalo), Vance Joseph (Denver) and Doug Marrone (Jacksonville). Then it's on to Wild Card Weekend, including Ian's Dolphins visiting the Steelers, the Raiders at the Texans, New York at Green Bay and Detroit at Seattle, as well as a recap of the epic Clemson/Alabama National Championship Game.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 55

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:23:00 -0800

After a week off, the guys recap Christmas weekend and look ahead to the final week of the regular season and look ahead to potential playoff possibilities.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 54

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:22:00 -0800

The guys look ahead to Championship Saturday in college football along with other news and notes.

Gridiron Graduates Episode 53

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 18:57:00 -0800

The guys talk the ongoing debate of Tony Romo vs. Dak Prescott and the trainwreck that is the Chicago Bears. They also run through each division and talk playoff chances for each team. Finally, after a wild weekend which saw the numbers two, three and four teams all lose, the guys try to make sense of the playoff rankings and each team's road to the final four.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 52

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 18:48:00 -0800

After a historic Presidential Election, the guys turn focus back to football and hand out midseason awards in the NFL and give their thoughts on Heisman trophy candidates.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 51

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 18:46:00 -0800

The guys discuss the first set of the College Football Playoff rankings and talk surprises and their thoughts on how the teams initially fell, including Washington being slotted at No. 5 behind Texas A&M while basking in the glory of Game 7 of the World Series.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 50

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sat, 15 Oct 2016 08:03:00 -0700

Hard to believe it's been 50 episodes already and it's been a wild ride so far. This week we talk Colin Kaepernick's new contract, the Dak Prescott-Tony Romo debate, the Miami Dolphins' cuts and a look ahead to this weekend in the NFL and college football.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 49

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 09:36:00 -0700

The guys hit the quarter-pole of the NFL season, recapping Week 4 and look ahead to Week 5, including Tom Brady's return against the Browns. It's also Week 6 of the college season and Ian breaks down some of the top games nationally and in the Big Ten.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 48

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sat, 1 Oct 2016 09:22:00 -0700

More injuries to discuss, including J.J. Watt and Dez Bryant. The guys recap another fun week in the NFL and college, look ahead to some great matchups this coming week and also discuss a September mock draft done by our good friend Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 47

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 07:14:00 -0700

So many injuries! The guys discuss some of them, including the losses of Adrian Peterson and Matt Kalil for the Minnesota Vikings. We also talk Week 3 of the NFL, including previewing the debut of Jacoby Brissett, as well as some college talk as Ian rejoices in Ohio State's big win over Oklahoma.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 46

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 20:04:00 -0700

The guys recap a wacky Week 1 of the NFL season, including Trevor Siemian's debut with the Broncos. We also look ahead to Week 2 of the NFL and Week 3 of the college game, including big matchups such as Ohio State/Oklahoma and Florida State/Louisville.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 45

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sat, 10 Sep 2016 16:24:00 -0700

The NFL is back! Bill and Ian talk about some of the Week 1 matchups and also dabble on some of the college games, reviewing a crazy Week 1 and chat about some of the Week 2 matchups.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 44

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Tue, 6 Sep 2016 07:10:00 -0700

The guys take a break from NFL to focus on the college game and preview an epic Week 1 of the college season, including Alabama-USC, Oklahoma-Houston and more.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 43

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 16:36:00 -0700

It's that time again for predictions sure to go wrong, as Ian and Bill make their division, playoff and Super Bowl LI picks.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 42

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:15:00 -0700

The boys are back in town! The Gridiron Graduates are back for a brand new season. Our return episode talks early preseason action, including rookie quarterbacks Dak Prescott, Carson Wentz and Jared Goff. We also tackle the crazy battle between Joey Bosa and the San Diego Chargers. All that and more on the return of Gridiron Graduates.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 42

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:15:00 -0700

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 41

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 6 May 2016 16:31:00 -0700

The NFL Draft is in the books, so we recap the first round and our thoughts on each pick, as well as other picks from Days 2 and 3, plus thoughts on some teams' overall drafts.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 40

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:13:00 -0700

The guys wrap up team needs discussion with the teams drafting 17-31 in round one as well as the New England Patriots. We also hit on some last-minute draft buzz, including the possibility of Paxton Lynch and Leonard Floyd going top ten and the draft stock on Myles Jack.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 39

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 09:14:00 -0700

Our biggest show to date. It's our first-ever live mock draft and we are pleased to be joined by Chris Burke of Sports Illustrated and Jon Ledyard of Draft Wire to cover the entire first round. It's a long one, indeed, but definitely worth the time. Find out how the board falls now that two quarterbacks are expected to be selected with the first two picks.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 38

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 13:10:00 -0700

The guys talk about the teams drafting in the top half of round one and discuss potential needs and fits for each team in the top 16. Note: this was recorded before the Rams trade with the Titans.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 37

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 07:33:00 -0700

As the first wave of free agency winds down, the guys discuss a few more signings and also talk UCLA linebacker Myles Jack as we get set to transition toward the NFL Draft.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 36

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 14:27:00 -0800

It was a wild start to free agency and the guys try to make sense of it all, after we catch our breath. We talk the retirements of Peyton Manning and Calvin Johnson, the trade that was, almost wasn't, then was again between the Eagles and Dolphins and discuss the landing spots for some of the top free agents.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 35

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 3 Mar 2016 09:35:00 -0800

The Grid Grads are honored to be joined by the great Field Yates of ESPN. We talk about Field's career and get his thoughts on the Scouting Combine and free agency. Ian and Bill also discuss recent news such as the contract extensions for QBs Sam Bradford and Joe Flacco and much more.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 34

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 12 Feb 2016 19:48:00 -0800

It's a new offseason and GG has a new home with Torgo Entertainment! This week, we recap Super Bowl 50, both the game and the events after the game, including Cam Newton's press conference, as well as Lady Gaga's amazing rendition of the National Anthem and the Halftime Show. We also talk about the Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Hat tip to Torgo for the new intro for the podcast.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 33

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 5 Feb 2016 07:50:00 -0800

It's our Super Bowl Extravaganza! First, we discuss some news bits on Johnny Manziel and DeMarco Murray. Then, we go position by position and discuss which team has the edge. Finally, we make our official Super Bowl predictions and even make some prop bets. (Apologies for the blip near the end of the podcast)

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 32

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:27:00 -0800

Our good friend Pete Smith stops by the podcast this week to recap the AFC and NFC Championship Games, preview Super Bowl 50, discuss the upcoming offseason for the Cleveland Browns and talk Senior Bowl and other draft nuggets. A fun time to be had listening.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 31

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 19:36:00 -0800

The guys recap the Divisional Playoffs and look ahead to Conference Championship Sunday, as well as make their picks of which teams will meet in Super Bowl 50. We also recap the Alabama-Clemson game and discuss the remaining coaching hires, including Doug Pederson (Philadelphia), Chip Kelly (San Francisco), Dirk Koetter (Tampa Bay) and Mike Mularkey (Tennessee).

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 30

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 19:41:00 -0800

The guys recap a wild week in the NFL, including the relocation of the Rams back to Los Angeles, the coaching carousel and the hirings of Adam Gase (Miami), Hue Jackson (Cleveland) and Ben McAdoo (New York Giants). The guys also recap the excitement (and at times, ugliness) of Wild Card Weekend and look ahead to the Divisional Playoffs.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 29

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 6 Jan 2016 19:36:00 -0800

The guys recap an exciting Week 17, preview Wild Card Weekend, discuss the head coach openings and preview the College Football Playoff Championship between Clemson and Alabama.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 28

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Sat, 2 Jan 2016 15:37:00 -0800

Happy New Year, everyone. The first show of 2016 sees the guys taking a quick look back at the show from 2015, the firing of Chip Kelly and who could replace him, the playoff picture entering the final day of the regular season and the ugliness that was the New Year's Six and Playoff Semifinals.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 27

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 23 Dec 2015 19:58:00 -0800

It's Week 16 and the playoffs are rapidly approaching. The guys discuss the playoff pictures, the Odell Beckham/Josh Norman scuffles, Charles Woodson's retirement and the two-horse race for the first pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Enjoy the show and Merry Christmas, everyone!

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 26

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 17 Dec 2015 17:32:00 -0800

Our buddy Jeff Risdon drops by the show this week to discuss some of his favorite draft prospects in the College Football Playoff and other bowl games, as well as a shoutout to his Ohio Bobcats against Appalachian State. The guys also share some stories from the Senior Bowl. Fun times to be had.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 25

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 11 Dec 2015 05:03:00 -0800

The guys focus on the upcoming bowl season, discussing the New Year's Six and nuggets from other bowl games.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 24

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 2 Dec 2015 19:31:00 -0800

The guys discuss the latest College Football Playoff rankings and potential chaos, the NFL playoff picture and other various topics.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 23

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 18 Nov 2015 19:31:00 -0800

The guys discuss various topics including the Packers' recent struggles, the benching of Peyton Manning, the College Football Playoff and the first waves of players to accept invites to the 2016 Senior Bowl. Bill also makes his case to make the trek to Mobile.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 22

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 13 Nov 2015 17:53:00 -0800

After a two-week hiatus, the guys are back to discuss various topics, including the 8-0 Panthers and Bengals. We also have a little fun with the College Football Playoff Rankings and do some projecting of the playoffs and New Year's Six bowls.

Note: There was an issue with the recording about an hour in, so there is a second clip added on towards the end of the file, so that the podcast doesn't end in the middle of conversation.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 21

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 20:05:00 -0700

The guys discuss the five remaining undefeated NFL teams and pick the winners for Week 7. Do we believe in Andy Dalton? Can Denver continue to ride their defense to success?

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 20

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 14 Oct 2015 19:35:00 -0700

The guys are joined by the fantastic Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports to discuss his playoff projections after Week 5, surprises and disappointments from the first five weeks of the season, the botched calls from the last two Monday night games and a preview of Week 6. Ian and Bill also prepare for their mini battle Saturday as Ohio State gets set to take on Penn State. And Bill gets some Jaguars talk in because he can.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 19

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 7 Oct 2015 19:45:00 -0700

It was a wild Week 4. The guys discuss the firing of Joe Philbin, what's wrong in Philadelphia and the botched call in Seattle, plus some Week 5 previews and even some college talk mixed in.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 18

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 1 Oct 2015 19:42:00 -0700

Week 3 is in the books, and no, we are not tanking. But we do discuss the Bears and discuss if the Bears should trade, as well as should another team make a move for Matt Forte and/or Alshon Jeffery. We also recap Week 3 and prepare for the quadruple-header and the rest of the Week 4 action.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 17

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 19:45:00 -0700

The guys note on the quarterback talk at Ohio State, recap Week 2 action and look ahead to Week 3, including stopping short of saying a prayer for the Chicago Bears against the Seahawks.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 16

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 19:37:00 -0700

Week 1 is in the books, so Bill overreacts to everything and Ian brings him back to Earth. We discuss why it's too early to proclaim Marcus Mariota better than Jameis Winston and talk fourth-down decisions. We also take a look ahead to Week 2, including the two big games of the week, Dallas-Philadelphia and Seattle-Green Bay.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 15

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 9 Sep 2015 19:24:00 -0700

Football is back! It's our Week 1 preview spectacular, as we discuss some of the top (and bottom) games of Week 1. We also recap some of the college action from Week 1, including Ohio State's performance against Virginia Tech, Penn State's flop versus Temple and Alabama stomping Wisconsin.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 14

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 2 Sep 2015 19:35:00 -0700

Live from the Bob's Discount Furniture Studio (sorry, New England), we talk some of the notable cuts in the NFL as teams trimmed their rosters to 75 players this week, players such as Fred Jackson, Tim Jennings, Phil Taylor and, of course, Trent Richardson. We also get into the NFL's own soap opera "As the Washington Redskins Turn", discussing the benching of Robert Griffin III. Finally, we're going back to school. Ian gives his take on North Dakota State QB Carson Wentz against Montana and we discuss Week 1 (!!!) of the college football regular season, talking some top-25 teams, including the No. 1 ranked, reigning and defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes, as they prepare to take on the only team to defeat them in 2014, Virginia Tech. (Bill also shows some love to his Nittany Lions against Temple)

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 13

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 19:32:00 -0700

We've reached the midpoint of the Preseason. Ian and Bill discuss the Jordy Nelson injury and how it will affect the Packers in 2015 (as well as compare his lost value to that of the Panthers' Kelvin Benjamin). We also continue the comparison of Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota, talking about their Week 2 performances, plus some veteran quarterbacks back in the league, including Sexy Rexy, himself, Rex Grossman signing with the Falcons.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 12

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 19:25:00 -0700

We honor Deez Nuts running for President by discussing Kelvin Benjamin's injury and how it will affect the Panthers, take an early look at the 2016 Senior Bowl Watch List, preview Week 2 of the NFL Preseason and spend some time discussing the NFL God, himself, Tim Tebow.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 11

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 19:21:00 -0700

Bill and Ian are back to kick off the preseason. We discuss some of our takeaways from some of the games, including the Hall of Fame Game. We also give our take on the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and talk a bit about potential inductees for 2016. Plus, some general NFL talk, including roster construction.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 10 (NFC and AFC East Previews)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 5 Aug 2015 20:16:00 -0700

Our final set of division previews takes us to the homes of Chip Kelly and the reigning champs as we discuss the NFC East and AFC East. We also put our pride on the line as we make our picks for Super Bowl 50. Find out if we have New England repeating or if we think Seattle reaches a third consecutive Super Bowl.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 9 (AFC and NFC North Previews)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Tue, 4 Aug 2015 20:06:00 -0700

After a week off, the guys are back to break down two of the strongest divisions in the NFL this season, the AFC North and NFC North. Listen to hear the lovefest for Teddy Bridgewater. Bill also provides some incidental sound bloopers (don't worry, they're not bad, I promise!).

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 8 (NFC and AFC South Previews)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 22 Jul 2015 20:13:00 -0700

Bill and Ian are back to dive into the South divisions, including win total projections for each team. Penn State even gets a couple shoutouts.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 7 (AFC West and NFC West Previews)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 20:34:00 -0700

Ian is back as we discuss the deals signed by the trio of franchise players (Justin Houston, Dez Bryant and Demaryius Thomas). We also begin our division previews with the AFC West and NFC West.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 6 (With Dan Hatman)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 8 Jul 2015 19:21:00 -0700

No Ian this week, so Bill flies solo in interviewing Dan Hatman of Scouting Academy. Dan gives us an inside look at scouting and his career. We even talk about Andy Reid! Dan is also put on the spot and gives his early pick for Super Bowl 50. Listen and learn from one of the best.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 5 (With Sigmund Bloom)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 1 Jul 2015 19:46:00 -0700

The great Sigmund Bloom joins the podcast to discuss rookies and offer excellent fantasy advice as you prepare for your upcoming drafts.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 4 (With Special Guest Matt Harmon)

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 19:36:00 -0700

Bill and Ian are joined this week by our buddy Matt Harmon, the man behind Reception Perception. We discuss wide receiver and cornerback play, focusing on a few AFC North players: Steelers WR Antonio Brown, Bengals WR A.J. Green and Browns CB Joe Haden. We also touch on Colts CB Vontae Davis and Jaguars WR Allen Robinson. The guys also discuss one player from their position that you should watch if you were to begin film study yourself.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 3

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 19:48:00 -0700

On this episode of GG, Bill and Ian take an early, quick dip into the pool of defensive linemen in the 2016 NFL Draft, including Ohio State's Joey Bosa, Eastern Kentucky's Noah Spence, Oklahoma State's Emmanuel Ogbah, and Oregon's DeForest Buckner.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 2

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 21:22:00 -0700

Welcome back to the Gridiron Graduates. On today's show, Bill and Ian discuss Anthony Davis' retirement, Corey Liuget's new contract, talk a bit about rookie running backs in fantasy, DeVante Parker's injury and a little Big Ten football.

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Gridiron Graduates Episode 1

bill.riccette@gmail.com (Bill_Riccette) — Thu, 4 Jun 2015 06:42:00 -0700

Welcome to the first episode of Gridiron Graduates. Bill Riccette and Ian Wharton talk about Adrian Peterson's return to the Vikings, Cam Newton's new contract and the 2016 free agent class.

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