Nicole and Chris welcome Stew Mandel to the podcast to react and discuss his coaching cycle grades. Which hirings made Nicole and Chris pick a bone with Stew? Is Mike Elko really a B-grade hiring? Later, Nicole and Chris take a close look at the CFP-ESPN +$7B deal, and what it may mean for the future of the sport. Plus, NCAA Football 25 teaser, rule changes, and why is Warde Manuel the CFP Committee Chair?

Rundown:
-A grades (2:15)
-B grades (11:30)
-C grades (19:45)
-G5 grades (26:45)
-CFP-ESPN deal//next week's vote//playoff structure (29:30)
-EA Sports (45:30)
-Rule changes (50:15)
-Mailbag: G5 Playoff + Warde Manuel as CFP Committee Chair (57:00)

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