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Bunch Formation: A College Football Podcast

Blue Wire, Chris Vannini, David Ubben
College Football
College Football Playoff
Officiating
Big Ten
SEC
NCAA
NCAA College Football
Dynasty Mode
Mountain West Conference
Conference USA
EA Sports
Deion Sanders
Social Media
Replay Review
SEC Media Days
Big 12 Media Days
College Football 26
Pac-12
EA Sports College Football 26
Texas Longhorns

Your new favorite college football show. The Athletic senior reporters Chris Vannini and David Ubben take you inside the biggest stories in the game in a fun and engaging show. With exclusive insight, interviews and banter, you'll learn to appreciate the most important and the dumbest parts of America's true favorite sport.

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben are back to talk about transfer quarterbacks, the ACC's weird schedule, coaching news, Cinderellas, more bowls and your mailbag questions. 

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8:27 Evaluating transfer quarterbacks (Sam Leavitt, DJ Lagway, Dylan... more

Chris Vannini and David Ubben are back for the big College Football Playoff preview. They also talk Army-Navy, bowl games, new coach hires and more.

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10:30 Navy beats Army

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben react to Fernando Mendoza's Heisman win, reveal their Heisman ballots, talk about their strategies on voting and the parts they'd like to change. 

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5:15 Our voting philosophies

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Chris Vannini and David Ubben are back to talk about a wild week of news at Michigan, preview Army-Navy, the last LA Bowl and answer your mailbag questions. 

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Conall Diggin
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Sam Khan Jr.
Athletic colleague and college football rival
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Episode: Overrated and Underrated Preseason Top 25 teams, plus the best transfers with Sam Khan Jr.
Christian McLeod
Production Director for EA Sports College Football
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Episode: CFB26 review, plus EA Sports' Christian McLeod joins the show
Ari Wasserman
Senior college football writer and co-host of the Andy and Ari Podcast
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Episode: Is the regular season already ruined? w/ Ari Wasserman
Ra'Shaad Samples
Running backs coach at Oregon, known for his recruiting skills and coaching impact.
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Episode: College hoops video game BACK, and Oregon's Ra'Shaad Samples joins the show
Mike Defee
Former college football referee with the Big 12 and Current Coordinator of Officials for the Mountain West and Conference USA
Episode: BEEF REF Mike Defee reveals what it's really like to be a referee
Diego Pavia
Vanderbilt quarterback and former New Mexico State standout known for his bold statements
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Ben Haumiller
Principal Game Designer at EA Sports
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Episode: Video game mailbag & picking a school for a new CFB fan

Hosts

Chris Vannini
Host of Bunch Formation
David Ubben
Co-host of Bunch Formation

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Love the pod

    Love the pod! Just recently discovered it and it’s become a must listen. I do have a question if yall could answer it on the pod!

    I understand why everyone is giving lane a hard time for the way he’s handling this decision. But my question is why aren’t people understanding his thought process? All I see is “why is lane leaving ole miss when they have a shot at a championship?” Do they? We still haven’t seen the blue chip ratio not bare out. What if he sees his roster and knows he doesn’t have... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stamps23
    United Statesa month ago
  • POD for all CFB Fans

    Love the new podcast. Started following Chris due to his G5 work during Cincinnatis playoff season and have gotten hooked to David’s food takes/stories. Even though Cincinnati is now in the P4, I still appreciate that they discuss all teams and conferences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob.Bentley7
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent, comprehensive CFB coverage

    College football podcasts tend to fall into two categories - team-specific podcasts that provide one-sided fan agitprop, or national podcasts that claim to cover the entire sport but usually focus on big brand teams to the exclusion of everyone else. Bunch Formation is a great example of a national podcast done right. They do spend most of their time talking about the most noteworthy teams and games, but they provide thoughtful coverage to the smaller conferences and side stories of the college ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffersonzero
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent show

    Not as much viticultural discussion as I hoped for based on the title. But knowledgeable and entertaining hosts on college football, even if they rarely bring up growing grapes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    85Marty
    United Statesa month ago
  • 5 Star 🔒

    I’ve been following David and Chris for quite some time and I’m incredibly excited to see what they do next with Bunch Formation. I appreciate their unique approach to the most important of the least important things on earth: college football.

    Request: Be more mindful of the interruptions. Give each other some more room to breathe/talk out your thoughts.

    Q: If you were to redo the 2012 bowl season and put teams into a CFP 12-team format, who would win and why would it be Texas A&M?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leanderthal3000
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the engaging and knowledgeable commentary of the hosts, who combine analysis with humor, making college football more enjoyable and accessible.
Fans express gratitude for the unique insights and discussions that go beyond standard narratives in college football commentary.
The podcast has a strong following due to its emphasis on covering a wide range of teams, including often-overlooked Group of Five schools.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#208
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#61
South Africa/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#69
Norway/Sports/Football
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#84
Austria/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#137
Ireland/Sports/Football
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#168
Brazil/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Conference Championship Picks! New Coach Hires + Penn State???
Q: Do you get to pick the game?
Generally, things get kind of regional during the season because we do have a lot of staff.
Connor Stalions joins the show: NCAA penalties, Michigan vs. Oklahoma and how sign-stealing works
Q: What's next for you now?
Connor shares that he is waiting for opportunities with NFL teams and currently helping out players in the background, looking to move forward after the NCAA situation.
Why we love college football, and how we got here
Q: Chris, why did you want to cover college football and not basketball or anything else?
Chris cites a lifestyle preference, noting that covering college football allows for a normal life and emphasizes the unique atmosphere of big games.
Why we love college football, and how we got here
Q: David, why do you love college football?
David explains that growing up in Arkansas, the entire state breathes one team, highlighting the unique community connection around college football.
Week 0 picks, conference champs and supporting Auburn's fake national titles
Q: What is the state of college football in Ireland?
The game is growing with more fans, interest in teams, and opportunities for Irish players to get involved, especially with the visibility that comes from hosting college games.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A college football podcast that provides an in-depth look at important stories, trends, and insights from the sport. The hosts engage listeners with a mix of analysis and humor, making discussions about the game both entertaining and informative. Key themes often revolve around the College Football Playoff, coaching changes, the significance of Group of Five teams, and the dynamics within various conferences. The conversational style creates an atmosphere that resonates well with die-hard fans and casual listeners alike, promoting a deeper appreciation for the sport's emotional highs and lows.

The podcast distinguishes itself by not only focusing on major programs but also shedding light on lesser-known teams and their contributions to the... more

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2. Conall Diggin
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5. Ari Wasserman
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