It was a weekend that changed everything. Jack and Mac break down Indiana’s historic first national championship, a statement Manchester Derby win, and what it all means for the future of college football and European soccer. From playoff controversies and title bottlers to conference championship previews and smart betting angles, this episode hits every major storyline. Patriots–Broncos, Seahawks–Rams, live betting edges, and a reminder to enjoy the chaos responsibly.

Chapters

00:00 Indiana Hoosiers: A Championship Journey
08:02 European Football Focus: Promising Parlays
18:39 AFC Championship: Patriots vs. Broncos
32:11 NFC Championship: Rams vs Seahawks

On this episode of The Cover Story, Jack and Mac are back from the break and wasting no time. From snowy NFL playoff matchups and divisional-round betting picks to the Manchester Derby and a College Football Playoff title with real heat, this episode has it all. Add in emotional hedges, questionable ownership, weather chaos, and a few confident takes, and you’ve got peak postseason energy. No better time than playoff season.

Time stamps:

00:00 Welcome Back
02:59 The Manchester Derby
14:48 Indiana Hoosiers vs. Miami Hurricanes National Championship Preview
26:28 NFL Divisional Round Playoff Preview
37:07 Seahawks vs. 49ers
45:28 Patriots vs. Texans
55:44 Rams vs. Bears

On this episode of The Cover Story, the College Football Playoff chaos is officially here. Jack and Mac break down Indiana’s shocking Big Ten title, Notre Dame’s playoff snub, and why the Irish opting out of a bowl game might be a terrible look for the program. The guys also hit the World Cup draw, and preview a massive NFL slate with betting insights, predictions, and Week-changing matchups.

Stick around for Primetime NFL picks, Sunday playoff implications, and your shot at winning a Founders Pass just for sharing a joke.

If you love college football, playoffs, World Cup hype, NFL betting, and chaotic sports predictions—this one’s for you.

Chapters
(00:00) College Football Playoff Rankings and Reactions
(09:17) World Cup Draw and Team Analysis
(15:56) Soccer Betting Picks and Strategies
(26:38) NFL Primetime Matchup Previews and Betting Insights
(43:59) Bills vs. Patriots: T-Shirt and Hat Game
(48:43) Packers vs. Broncos: Are They Legit?
(55:33) Lions vs. Rams: The Trade Bowl Showdown
(01:02:01) The 'Keep an Eye on Em' but they don't mean much games

Jack and Mac dive headfirst into Championship Week, breaking down the biggest college football matchups and the chaos surrounding the playoff picture. They react to Lane Kiffin’s shocking move to LSU, shake up their rankings, and unleash their favorite bets across every conference title game. The boys also debut Cover Crew and tease what premium picks are coming next. After the college slate, they pivot to the NFL with insights on the week’s top showdowns, and even the Gross Game of the Week. It’s fast, fun, and packed with betting heat — the perfect warm-up for the biggest weekend of the season.

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction to Championship Week
(01:28) Launch of Cover Crew and Premium Picks
(04:32) Lane Kiffin's Controversial Move to LSU
(09:24) Rapid Recap
(11:16) European Football Picks and Analysis
(17:52) College Football Rankings and Chaos Scenarios
(20:15) Previewing the Sunbelt and American Championships
(26:44) Big 12 Championship Preview
(32:08) SEC Championship Preview: Georgia vs Alabama
(37:14) Big Ten Championship Showdown: Indiana vs Ohio State
(41:16) ACC Championship Implications: Duke vs Virginia
(44:25) NFL Week 14 Preview

It’s the Thanksgiving Special of The Cover Story Podcast, and Jack and Mac are stuffing your ears with more picks, rivalries, and degeneracy than your uncle brings political takes to the dinner table. The boys break down a glorious holiday slate — from the high-flying Packers vs. Lions shootout, to the heavyweight Chiefs vs. Cowboys feast, to the “did someone actually invite them?” matchup of Bengals vs. Ravens.

Then it’s on to College Football Rivalry Week, the most chaotic, emotional, family-splitting weekend of the year. From every pivotal matchup across the nation to some rapid fire rivalry selections, we've got you covered.

Stay tuned to the end for a tease on some premium content dropping soon.

Timestamps:

(00:00) European Football Parlay
(03:01) NFL Thanksgiving Picks and Predictions
(17:08) Black Friday: Bears at Eagles
(21:51) NFL Week 13 Slate
(31:56) College Football Rivalry Week

Welcome back to The Cover Story Podcast, where Jack and Mac are on a never-ending quest to win you some racks. In Episode 7, the guys dive headfirst into the chaos of college and pro football, starting with a bombshell out of Blacksburg — the James Franklin era at Virginia Tech is here, and it comes with a wild $40 million buyout twist.

They recap a loaded weekend of wins, losses, and near heart attacks — from Notre Dame’s blowout cover to Oklahoma’s upset in Tuscaloosa, and the Georgia beatdown that ended Texas’ playoff dreams.

Then it’s across the pond for a rapid-fire European football slate, before breaking down CFB Week 13 and the NFL matchups that are shaping the push for the playoffs.

The duo doubles down on the Ravens Train, dishes out NFL Week 12 locks and trend alerts, and keeps the receipts on every play — because yes, it pays to listen to the show.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro and James Franklin to VA Tech

(02:35) Weekend Rapid Recap

(13:00) USA Soccer is BACK and Mac's Footy Preview

(22:19) Breaking Down Ranked Matchups in College Football

(30:55) NFL Week 12 Selections

There's another conspiracy theory running through Dallas and Mac is getting to the bottom of it. On this week's episode, the boys talk about Nico Harrison's exit from the Mavericks, some fishy injuries in the NFL, the big games across the nation in College Football and a game Jack has circled that you will never expect. They close with a preview of the NFL slate, and Jack will be once again boots on the ground in Foxboro for Thursday Night Football Pats vs Jets. Get all the weekend picks and don't miss out on a juicy 3 team play the boys cook up at the end of the show.

Chapters
(00:00) Nico Harrison OUT
(06:00) NFL Conspiracy Theories
(09:42) Weekly Recap
(16:48) Week 12 College Football Preview
(25:50) Jack's Secret College Play of the Week
(29:45) NFL Primetime Picks and Key Matchups
(48:24) Special NFL Play of the Weekend

On this week's episode of The Cover Story Podcast, Jack and Mac breakdown a LEGENDARY win. $250 turned into $52,000 all thanks to three touchdowns. The boys recap last week's college and NFL picks as well as some World Series chatter. Mac cooks up something spicy in Spain for this weekend's La Liga slate, and teases what could be a splendid Saturday parlay. Jack runs through the first College Football Playoff rankings and preview the upcoming marquee matchups across the country. The boys wrap up with picks and previews of the NFL slate including a special all day NFL ML parlay for Sunday. Tail Responsibly, Fade if you Dare!

Timestamps:

(00:00) $250 into $52K

(04:50) Weekly Recap

(13:01) European Football Specials

(17:54) College Football Playoff Rankings and Weekend Matchups

(33:25) NFL Picks and Preview