Ray Hall Talking College Ball https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com This is your go-to spot for everything college football. From game breakdowns and player/coaches spotlights to bold predictions and spirited debates, Ray Hall brings the energy and insight that fans crave. Whether you're a Power 4 die-hard or love the underdog stories, Ray delivers the passion and analysis that the best sport in the world deserves.

]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:44:07 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Sports:Football 1440 episodic rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21599813/Logo_with_torn_background_khjbbd.png Ray Hall Talking College Ball https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com 144 144 College Football Playoff and Championship Games Reaction College Football Playoff and Championship Games Reaction https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/college-football-playoff-and-championship-games-reaction/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/college-football-playoff-and-championship-games-reaction/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:44:07 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/4e1defd1-022f-3805-9104-d38baa82974c Ray goes through what he thought the committee got right and what they got wrong, he also tries to let the angry fans know who they should be directing their wrath at (it's not Alabama and it's not the committee). He also recaps the Conference Championship Games, even though they seemed to have little impact on the rankings, and finishes up with a brief breakdown for the first round. 

]]> Ray goes through what he thought the committee got right and what they got wrong, he also tries to let the angry fans know who they should be directing their wrath at (it's not Alabama and it's not the committee). He also recaps the Conference Championship Games, even though they seemed to have little impact on the rankings, and finishes up with a brief breakdown for the first round. 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 3135 7 full Conference Championship Week Predictions Conference Championship Week Predictions https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/conference-championship-week-predictions/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/conference-championship-week-predictions/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:26:27 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/3b8a7688-f948-3d87-beea-fb4fc392ca70 We go through all the conference championship games and Ray gives you his pick for the game, ATTS, and a total for every game. 

]]> We go through all the conference championship games and Ray gives you his pick for the game, ATTS, and a total for every game. 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 3309 6 full Playoff Picture Unlocked: CFP Rankings Breakdown Playoff Picture Unlocked: CFP Rankings Breakdown https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/playoff-picture-unlocked-cfp-rankings-breakdown/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/playoff-picture-unlocked-cfp-rankings-breakdown/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:54:30 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/c52455c4-c5ea-327b-8cf3-e954d2afe3fe The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the drama is heating up! In this episode, we break down where the biggest names in the sport stand: from Notre Dame’s push to stay relevant in the playoff picture, to Texas fighting to prove they belong among the elite. Alabama continues its battle back from week 1 upsets, while Miami looks to shake off inconsistency and climb higher. We’ll also dive into BYU’s surprising momentum, but will that be enough for the Cougars to get a ticket to the dance? 

]]> The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the drama is heating up! In this episode, we break down where the biggest names in the sport stand: from Notre Dame’s push to stay relevant in the playoff picture, to Texas fighting to prove they belong among the elite. Alabama continues its battle back from week 1 upsets, while Miami looks to shake off inconsistency and climb higher. We’ll also dive into BYU’s surprising momentum, but will that be enough for the Cougars to get a ticket to the dance? 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1768 5 full Coaching Chaos, Rivalry Week Shockers & Playoff Drama Unfolds! Coaching Chaos, Rivalry Week Shockers & Playoff Drama Unfolds! https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/coaching-chaos-rivalry-week-shockers-playoff-drama-unfolds/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/coaching-chaos-rivalry-week-shockers-playoff-drama-unfolds/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2025 23:34:07 -0400 yt:video:5s9Ub-dJ9AE The college football world is spinning! In this episode, we break down the wild coaching carousel and what it means for some of the biggest programs in the country. We dive into all the drama from Rivalry Week including the upsets, the heartbreaks, and the unforgettable moments that shook the playoff picture. Finally, we map out the College Football Playoff scenarios, debating who’s in, who’s out, and what chaos could unfold in the final rankings.

]]> The college football world is spinning! In this episode, we break down the wild coaching carousel and what it means for some of the biggest programs in the country. We dive into all the drama from Rivalry Week including the upsets, the heartbreaks, and the unforgettable moments that shook the playoff picture. Finally, we map out the College Football Playoff scenarios, debating who’s in, who’s out, and what chaos could unfold in the final rankings.

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 3585 Rivalry Week Talk | Ray's Rankings | CFP Prediction Rivalry Week Talk | Ray's Rankings | CFP Prediction https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/rivalry-week-talk-rays-rankings-cfp-prediction/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/rivalry-week-talk-rays-rankings-cfp-prediction/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:35:05 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/3392b5f5-f8d1-38ae-9478-64b9bbf46ef0 Ray goes over his top 25 for Week 14 and discusses where and why it differs from the AP and CFP. Then he talks through his current prediction for the CFP and who his winner is as of today. Finally Ray goes over the biggest games of Rivalry week, and discusses what is on the line for the top teams. 

]]> Ray goes over his top 25 for Week 14 and discusses where and why it differs from the AP and CFP. Then he talks through his current prediction for the CFP and who his winner is as of today. Finally Ray goes over the biggest games of Rivalry week, and discusses what is on the line for the top teams. 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1580 4 full CFB Week 13 Instant Reaction CFB Week 13 Instant Reaction https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-13-instant-reaction/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-13-instant-reaction/#comments Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:45:18 -0400 yt:video:Rwteshvnhns Tune in for Ray's Reaction for an action packed Week 13 of the CFB season. Despite an underwhelming slate for marquee matchups, week 13 delivered with some thrillers, and set up rivalry weekend to have even higher stakes then usual.

]]> Tune in for Ray's Reaction for an action packed Week 13 of the CFB season. Despite an underwhelming slate for marquee matchups, week 13 delivered with some thrillers, and set up rivalry weekend to have even higher stakes then usual.

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 3468 Week 13 Ray’s Chalk Talk | USC vs Oregon, Missouri vs Oklahoma, Tennessee vs Florida and more! Week 13 Ray’s Chalk Talk | USC vs Oregon, Missouri vs Oklahoma, Tennessee vs Florida and more! https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-13-ray-s-chalk-talk-usc-vs-oregon-missouri-vs-oklahoma-tennessee-vs-florida-and-more/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-13-ray-s-chalk-talk-usc-vs-oregon-missouri-vs-oklahoma-tennessee-vs-florida-and-more/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:11:10 -0400 yt:video:JVqj_eXNmHQ Ray goes through Week 13 trying to find the hidden gems in a lackluster slate. He discusses SEC Cupcake week and what games have the most implications for the CFP. He caps it off with 9 picks for Week 13, looking to build off his winning record in 2025.

]]> Ray goes through Week 13 trying to find the hidden gems in a lackluster slate. He discusses SEC Cupcake week and what games have the most implications for the CFP. He caps it off with 9 picks for Week 13, looking to build off his winning record in 2025.

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1677 REACTION: Week 13 CFP Committee Rankings REACTION: Week 13 CFP Committee Rankings https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/reaction-week-13-cfp-committee-rankings/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/reaction-week-13-cfp-committee-rankings/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:05:49 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/efccb628-39e4-3459-992f-1d5cfc0bd5ff Ray Reacts to the CFP Committee's Week 13 rankings, and tries to see what the committee is thinking and what their reasoning is. 

]]> Ray Reacts to the CFP Committee's Week 13 rankings, and tries to see what the committee is thinking and what their reasoning is. 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2165 3 full James Franklin Hired, Ray's top 25 Rankings, CFP Prediction, and More! James Franklin Hired, Ray's top 25 Rankings, CFP Prediction, and More! https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/james-franklin-hired-rays-top-25-rankings-cfp-prediction-and-more/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/james-franklin-hired-rays-top-25-rankings-cfp-prediction-and-more/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:54:08 -0400 rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/f93d9e20-e013-363d-904e-d74f1e9b1a46 Ray discusses the homerun hire for the Hokies in landing James Franklin. Then he offers his Top 25 and plays out that CFP scenario. Finally he goes over his "CFP Comfortability Tiers" discussing how fans should feel going into week 13! 

]]> Ray discusses the homerun hire for the Hokies in landing James Franklin. Then he offers his Top 25 and plays out that CFP scenario. Finally he goes over his "CFP Comfortability Tiers" discussing how fans should feel going into week 13! 

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2710 2 full INSTANT REACTION: Week 12 Recap INSTANT REACTION: Week 12 Recap https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/instant-reaction-week-12-recap/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/instant-reaction-week-12-recap/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:10:41 -0400 yt:video:ok6inItEon4 Ray covers the bigger games of the week and discusses the impact this will have on the Committee's decision. A week filled with upsets, close-games, comebacks, and Blue-Blood matchups, week 12 definitely delivered. Reminder to like, subscribe, comment and follow on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> Ray covers the bigger games of the week and discusses the impact this will have on the Committee's decision. A week filled with upsets, close-games, comebacks, and Blue-Blood matchups, week 12 definitely delivered. Reminder to like, subscribe, comment and follow on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2838 Georgia vs Texas | Notre Dame vs Pitt | Iowa vs USC + Week 12 Picks Georgia vs Texas | Notre Dame vs Pitt | Iowa vs USC + Week 12 Picks https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/georgia-vs-texas-notre-dame-vs-pitt-iowa-vs-usc-week-12-picks/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/georgia-vs-texas-notre-dame-vs-pitt-iowa-vs-usc-week-12-picks/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:06:30 -0400 yt:video:EPNaXWw-RpE Ray goes through some of the biggest games for this weekend, and discussed the consequences for some of these teams as we move deeper into the season. Stay around till the end to get Ray's Week 12 Picks as he looks to stay hot this season. Please like, subscribe, comment/ask your questions for Tuesday's edition of Ray's response, and follow me on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> Ray goes through some of the biggest games for this weekend, and discussed the consequences for some of these teams as we move deeper into the season. Stay around till the end to get Ray's Week 12 Picks as he looks to stay hot this season. Please like, subscribe, comment/ask your questions for Tuesday's edition of Ray's response, and follow me on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2338 REACTION: College Football Playoff Committee release’s their 2nd rankings REACTION: College Football Playoff Committee release’s their 2nd rankings https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/reaction-college-football-playoff-committee-release-s-their-2nd-rankings/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/reaction-college-football-playoff-committee-release-s-their-2nd-rankings/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:18:16 -0400 yt:video:MiyDWmxuyh4 Ray reacts to the second edition of the CFP Committee's rankings and talks through the reasoning behind teams being ranked where, and what the projected matchups would be. Also Ray announces his new model, the show moving to Apple and Spotify, and more! Like, subscribe, comment and follow!

X: @RayHall_CFB

]]> Ray reacts to the second edition of the CFP Committee's rankings and talks through the reasoning behind teams being ranked where, and what the projected matchups would be. Also Ray announces his new model, the show moving to Apple and Spotify, and more! Like, subscribe, comment and follow!

X: @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1454 Week 12 Top 25 Rankings | College Football Playoff Prediction | Oklahoma vs Alabama Preview and more Week 12 Top 25 Rankings | College Football Playoff Prediction | Oklahoma vs Alabama Preview and more https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-12-top-25-rankings-college-football-playoff-prediction-oklahoma-vs-alabama-preview-and-more/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-12-top-25-rankings-college-football-playoff-prediction-oklahoma-vs-alabama-preview-and-more/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:22:39 -0400 yt:video:iop64GllFuE Ray gives you his top 25 going into week 12 but then fasts forward to talk about how he sees the playoff turning out. Stay for the first breakdown of a massive Week 12 where he discusses Oklahoma at Alabama, and finally Ray answer's some questions in "Ray's Responses", discussing who he thinks will win the Heisman, how many bids does each conference get, and what to look for in the American Conference as he tried to decipher their tie-breaker scenario. Follow Ray on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> Ray gives you his top 25 going into week 12 but then fasts forward to talk about how he sees the playoff turning out. Stay for the first breakdown of a massive Week 12 where he discusses Oklahoma at Alabama, and finally Ray answer's some questions in "Ray's Responses", discussing who he thinks will win the Heisman, how many bids does each conference get, and what to look for in the American Conference as he tried to decipher their tie-breaker scenario. Follow Ray on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2891 1 full Ray Hall’s Week 11 College Football Recap Ray Hall’s Week 11 College Football Recap https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/ray-hall-s-week-11-college-football-recap/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/ray-hall-s-week-11-college-football-recap/#comments Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:40:27 -0400 yt:video:CS86gVCITFg Tune in to listen what Ray has learned from Week 11. After a weekend of upsets, duds, and crazy weather, we are one week closer to the post season (this also means one week closer to the season ending). Please like, subscribe, comment, and follow on X @RayHall-CFB

]]> Tune in to listen what Ray has learned from Week 11. After a weekend of upsets, duds, and crazy weather, we are one week closer to the post season (this also means one week closer to the season ending). Please like, subscribe, comment, and follow on X @RayHall-CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1829 CFB Week 10 Recap CFB Week 10 Recap https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-10-recap/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-10-recap/#comments Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:50:37 -0400 yt:video:2oxJOZlQ4qE I warned you all that this weekend was going to sneak up on you if you weren't ready. Is the ACC a one big league now? Is Texas back? Is the U dead, or were they never revived? Should Tennessee be disappointed in this season and Coach Josh Heupel? Tune in to get Ray's take on what to make of another banger of a weekend in CFB. Like, subscribe, comment and follow me on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> I warned you all that this weekend was going to sneak up on you if you weren't ready. Is the ACC a one big league now? Is Texas back? Is the U dead, or were they never revived? Should Tennessee be disappointed in this season and Coach Josh Heupel? Tune in to get Ray's take on what to make of another banger of a weekend in CFB. Like, subscribe, comment and follow me on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1364 WEEK 10 CFB PICKS WEEK 10 CFB PICKS https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-10-cfb-picks-1762299855/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-10-cfb-picks-1762299855/#comments Sat, 01 Nov 2025 02:20:22 -0300 yt:video:8CmFzcsSeeE DISCLAIMER: Week 10 has not lived up to the preseason hype, but you are warned the weeks that look like sleepers, are the weeks that turn into bangers. Ray gives out his best bets for sneaky exciting week 10, hoping to make himself, but more importantly the listeners some money. Like, Subscribe, Comment, and Follow on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> DISCLAIMER: Week 10 has not lived up to the preseason hype, but you are warned the weeks that look like sleepers, are the weeks that turn into bangers. Ray gives out his best bets for sneaky exciting week 10, hoping to make himself, but more importantly the listeners some money. Like, Subscribe, Comment, and Follow on X @RayHall_CFB

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 849 Ray’s Top 25, CFP Prediction, and more!!! Ray’s Top 25, CFP Prediction, and more!!! https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/ray-s-top-25-cfp-prediction-and-more/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/ray-s-top-25-cfp-prediction-and-more/#comments Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:26:25 -0300 yt:video:tPp-BDaJzlk Go through Ray Hall's top 25 rankings and explaining his reasoning by why teams should or should not be ranked. Then Ray drops his first CFP prediction and plays out the scenario to crown a winner. Stay for the end where we cover Ray's Week 9 Wins and Losses and more!

]]> Go through Ray Hall's top 25 rankings and explaining his reasoning by why teams should or should not be ranked. Then Ray drops his first CFP prediction and plays out the scenario to crown a winner. Stay for the end where we cover Ray's Week 9 Wins and Losses and more!

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2069 BREAKING NEWS - Brian Kelly Fired from LSU... Lane Kiffin to Baton Rouge? BREAKING NEWS - Brian Kelly Fired from LSU... Lane Kiffin to Baton Rouge? https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/breaking-news-brian-kelly-fired-from-lsu-lane-kiffin-to-baton-rouge/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/breaking-news-brian-kelly-fired-from-lsu-lane-kiffin-to-baton-rouge/#comments Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:56:41 -0300 yt:video:iXyitnDLFEI Just when Ray finished recording his CFB week 9 recap, LSU drops a bombshell on the college football world and fires Brian Kelly. Is LSU the best job in the country? Can Ms. Terry convince Coach Saban to go back to coaching? Who has better hot yoga studios, Baton Rouge or Gainesville? Like, comment, subscribe, and follow on X @RayHall_CFB thanks for watching!

]]> Just when Ray finished recording his CFB week 9 recap, LSU drops a bombshell on the college football world and fires Brian Kelly. Is LSU the best job in the country? Can Ms. Terry convince Coach Saban to go back to coaching? Who has better hot yoga studios, Baton Rouge or Gainesville? Like, comment, subscribe, and follow on X @RayHall_CFB thanks for watching!

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1351 CFB Week 9 Recap CFB Week 9 Recap https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-9-recap/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-9-recap/#comments Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:12:54 -0300 yt:video:krs6RDzQjlQ Ray Hall recaps week 9 of CFB, but first he discusses why he thinks there's more parity in the sport, and no its not just because of NIL or the transfer portal. Make sure you give the video a like, subscribe to the channel, leave a comment with any questions you want Ray to answer on his Tuesday Mailbag, and follow him on X @RayHall_CFB. Enjoy!

]]> Ray Hall recaps week 9 of CFB, but first he discusses why he thinks there's more parity in the sport, and no its not just because of NIL or the transfer portal. Make sure you give the video a like, subscribe to the channel, leave a comment with any questions you want Ray to answer on his Tuesday Mailbag, and follow him on X @RayHall_CFB. Enjoy!

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 2732 CFB Week 9 Picks and Previews CFB Week 9 Picks and Previews https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-9-picks-and-previews/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/cfb-week-9-picks-and-previews/#comments Fri, 24 Oct 2025 23:40:30 -0300 yt:video:b_eMawYq3HQ Ray Hall covers the games he's most excited to watch, while offering his insight on how he thinks they'll play out. Stay tuned to the end for when he goes over his picks for week 9 and give him a follow on X @RayHall_CFB. Be sure to like and subscribe so you can watch his new videos posted on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. Enjoy!

]]> Ray Hall covers the games he's most excited to watch, while offering his insight on how he thinks they'll play out. Stay tuned to the end for when he goes over his picks for week 9 and give him a follow on X @RayHall_CFB. Be sure to like and subscribe so you can watch his new videos posted on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. Enjoy!

]]> rayhalltalkingcollegeball1 false No 1974 Week 0 Recap + Texas vs Ohio State and Auburn vs Baylor Preview + and more! Week 0 Recap + Texas vs Ohio State and Auburn vs Baylor Preview + and more! https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-0-recap-texas-vs-ohio-state-and-auburn-vs-baylor-preview-and-more/ https://rayhalltalkingcollegeball1.podbean.com/e/week-0-recap-texas-vs-ohio-state-and-auburn-vs-baylor-preview-and-more/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 23:21:46 -0300 yt:video:QSoGBUp3DhU Ray Hall answers some college football questions from friends then covers a Week 0 recap. Then he dives into the biggest matchup of the weekend in Texas vs Ohio State and also previews Auburn vs Baylor

]]> Ray Hall answers some college football questions from friends then covers a Week 0 recap. Then he dives into the biggest matchup of the weekend in Texas vs Ohio State and also previews Auburn vs Baylor

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