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Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth

A college football podcast through the lens of the West Coast. Yogi Roth brings a uniquely expert, curious, and western take on the game we love. Facts first, opinions second. www.y-option.com

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22:53

"White Out" Energy with Todd Blackledge

Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth ·

2025/09/25

There are certain Saturdays that feel like they were built for college football: the lights, the noise, the choreography of a crowd that feels like it’s part of the playbook. This week’s conversation at Y-Option, presented by 76–keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, welcomes back Todd Blackledge. On Saturday night, Todd will have the best seat in the house as he broadcasts the Oregon v Penn State game in Happy Valley during the Nittany Lions annual White Out.We dive into what it is

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62:33

The Obstacle is the Way: Scott Barnes

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2025/09/16

It’s Rivalry Week…kind of.Two of the West Coast’s fiercest rivalries take center stage: Washington–Washington State in the Apple Cup, and Oregon–Oregon State to kick off this Saturday in college football.So this week at Y-Option, we welcome Oregon State Athletics Director Scott Barnes, on behalf of our presenting sponsor, 76®, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat.I’ve known Scott for over a decade. He’s present, connected, and deeply committed to student-athletes. And what he’s

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31:24

Peyton Manning: A Masterclass in Process, Preparation...

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2025/09/08

Today on THE PROCESS, a limited series within Y-Option, Rhett Lewis and Yogi Roth welcome one of the greatest players, and minds, football has ever known: Peyton Manning.Fueled by our founding sponsor 76®, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, today’s conversation with a Hall of Fame quarterback will impact your life. When we created THE PROCESS, Peyton Manning was one of the first names that came to mind. While he admittedly rarely outran defenders or had the strongest arm, he had

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64:23

The Most Interesting Coach in College Football

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2025/09/04

Luke Del Rio is the most interesting coach in college football.And today’s conversation at Y-Option, fueled by our founding sponsor, 76® - keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, is one that will inspire, enlighten and may get you on the next flight to Paris.Every quarterback has a story. Few are as layered and compelling as Luke Del Rio’s. I’ve known Luke since he was 16 years old and watching his path as a signal caller, friend and coach has been fascinating.Luke is currently on Jedd

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15:00

Texas is getting one of the most intriguing QBs in...

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2025/08/29

Every once in a while, a conversation reminds you that greatness isn’t just about stats, stars, or accolades--it’s about clarity.In this week’s episode of Y-Option, I sat down with one of the most intriguing young quarterbacks in the country, Dia Bell, inside the Threads Lounge during the Elite 11 Finals. What unfolded was less an interview and more a workshop as Dia began the long journey toward mapping out his mission, vision, and values as both an athlete and a human being.The 2025 Elite 11 MVP

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44:25

Chris Fowler: The Process Behind the Voice of College...

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2025/08/26

There are voices in our game that instantly transport you to a moment.A Saturday night. A top-ten clash. A National Championship. The chaos of a rivalry. The afterglow of a season.For so many of us—that voice is Chris Fowler.While broadcasting some of the most iconic moments in sports may not seem relatable to many of us, the process that Chris utilizes as a professional, husband, mentor and friend is extremely relatable. Most importantly, it’s one we can all learn from.In the latest episode of THE

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61:25

From Camp to Kickoff, life on the road

Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth ·

2025/08/22

Training camp is winding down, and game week is almost here (with Week Zero kicking off Saturday!). That means it’s time for a recap from the road.On the latest episode of Y-Option, presented by our founding partner 76 — keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat — Jim Thornby and I sit down to unpack everything learned while traveling coast to coast.What stood out:* Penn State: The Nittany Lions have earned the right to be in the national title conversation. I’m a big believer in Drew

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74:50

Old Friends, New Seasons: Mike Yam on Belichick,...

Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth ·

2025/08/14

Old Friends, New SeasonsWhen Mike Yam and I sit down together, it never feels like an interview. It feels like slipping back into a rhythm we’ve had for over a decade — back when we were in the Pac-12 Network studio, swapping stories between segments, wondering where the game might take us next or driving through the country roads in Oregon on the way to training camp.Today’s conversation, presented by our founding sponsor, 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, dives into the

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49:54

From Heisman to Head Coach: Eddie George Talks NIL,...

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2025/08/07

We’ve all heard the term student-athlete, but in today’s college football landscape, you’d better be a financial-athlete too.This week’s Y-Option episode is a special one—recorded LIVE at the Elite 11 Finals, fueled by our founding sponsor, 76®, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat.Joining me on stage:* Dane Burkholder, founder of The Financial-Athlete, is also one of Barron’s Top 100 Independent Financial Advisor’s and a former football player.* Eddie George—yes, that Eddie

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43:49

“No Plan B” – Inside Minnesota OC Greg Harbaugh’s...

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2025/07/31

It’s Monday morning. The sun isn’t up yet. Coffee’s barely hot. But there I am, watching tape of Minnesota and texting my broadcast partners.That became a weekly ritual last season.Why? Because Greg Harbaugh Jr's offense caught my eye. Every red zone call. Every third down plan. Every subtle shift in the run game—it all felt intentional. It felt like the Gophers were winning games before they even kicked off.So I had to get to know the guy behind it. And in this episode of Y-Option, presented by our

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37:44

How He Went From Blue Collar Kid to Big Ten Athletic...

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2025/07/25

It was 2001.I still remember the email: mj@usc.edu. It came from Mark Jackson—someone I knew from working summer camps at USC that summer.“Give me a call,” it read.That call changed my life.It opened a door—not just professionally, but personally. It gave me a glimpse of what a grounded, intentional, meaningful family life could look like.Since that moment, Mark has been a friend, a mentor, and now, with both of us in the Big Ten Conference, a kind of colleague. Back in the early 2000s, we’d spend

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30:53

A New Era for the Pac-12 Begins — With CBS at the Helm

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2025/06/23

This morning, the Pac-12 officially announced a historic partnership with CBS Sports — marking a bold new chapter for a conference on the rise. And today on Y-Option, presented by our founding partner 76, we welcomed back Commissioner Teresa Gould for her first full-length conversation since the deal was made public.Make no mistake — this is a monumental move. Starting July 1, 2026, when the new league officially launches, CBS becomes the anchor partner of the new-look Pac-12. That means college

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75:56

A Night with Cougar Athletics & Jimmy Rogers

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2025/05/13

This past weekend, I found myself back in Seattle for the 10th straight year, hosting A Night with Cougar Athletics. While every year has its own unique vibe, this one stood out - it was truly unlike any of the previous 9.Welcome to this week’s episode of the Y-Option Podcast, presented by our founding partner, 76. We're thrilled to welcome new Washington State head football coach Jimmy Rogers, who joins the show to share his coaching philosophy, stories from his Arizona upbringing, and why he

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30:54

The Humanity Behind the Headset: Lincoln Riley’s Journey

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2025/05/06

We all know Lincoln Riley: the head coach, the play-caller, the quarterback developer. But do you know how his work ethic was formed? How his father taught him that no detail is too small? Or why he’s savoring the small wins as he rebuilds USC?If not, today’s episode of the Y-Option Podcast, presented by our founding partner 76, is the perfect listen.I’ve been around college football for 25 years. As pressure mounts, revenue grows, and realignment dominates headlines, it’s easy to forget the human

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50:50

NFL Draft Recap & the Dawgs After Dark

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2025/05/01

As spring football heads to the final weekend, today’s episode of the Y-Option podcast - presented by our founding partner 76 - takes a deep dive into the 2025 NFL Draft plus a preview of the Washington Huskies' Spring Game.While Shedeur Sanders’ slide to the 5th round dominated headlines, we celebrate Cam Ward’s rise from the FCS to the #1 pick, breakdown Quinn Ewers’ journey from a “can’t-miss” high school prospect to the final QB selected, and weigh in on the dynamics in the Browns’ quarterback

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76:19

Betting on Himself: Will Stein’s Rise from Walk-On to...

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2025/04/24

Imagine growing up dreaming of playing quarterback in college football, betting on yourself, and then turning that dream into reality. Fast forward a decade, and you're calling plays for one of the most explosive offenses in the nation, wearing the colors of one of the most iconic brands in all of sports and coaching two of the most experienced quarterbacks in the history of college football. That’s the 30,000-foot view of Will Stein’s football journey.Today on the Y-Option podcast, presented by our

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66:57

Mastering the Mental Game with Dr. Michael Gervais

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2025/04/23

"How much of the game is mental... and how much are you training it?"That simple question from Dr. Michael Gervais, the world’s leading high performance psychologist, rang in my ears back in 2011. Its impact has echoed through my life ever since.Today, Best Coast Media is proud to welcome back Dr. Gervais to the Y-Option podcast, presented by our founding partner 76.In a wide-ranging conversation, we dive into the heart of college football. From navigating the transfer portal to becoming a

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39:59

From Elite 11 to the Horseshoe: Tavien St. Clair

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2025/04/09

It’s Game Week!Okay, not a real game, but a spring game. And I’m on a flight to Columbus, Ohio to call my first ever game at The Horseshoe for Big Ten Network.Spring football always brings excitement. It’s a time of hope, opportunity, and fresh beginnings for every player on the roster.For the Ohio State Buckeyes, this spring is about the 2025 team beginning to write their own story following a thrilling College Football Playoff championship run. The energy around the program is electric, and this

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35:25

Maalik Murphy, Oregon State & the QB Journey

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2025/04/03

In my 20 years living in Los Angeles, I’ve noticed a pattern. If you grow up on the West Coast, there’s always a pull to return to the Pacific time zone. For Oregon State quarterback Maalik Murphy, coming back West wasn’t what he initially envisioned as one of the top quarterbacks in the Class of 2022 out of Serra High School in Gardena, California. But after stops at Texas and Duke, the gifted QB has found his way back, now leading the Oregon State Beavers.With spring ball in full swing across the

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76:30

2025 NFL Draft Preview with Daniel Jeremiah

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2025/04/01

Ever met someone who just makes the room feel right? Someone who can blend into any crowd, be the ultimate teammate or wingperson, and put others at ease while making them better? I’m sure a few names come to mind as you read this. And as you listen to today’s episode of the Y-Option podcast with Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network, presented by our founding partner 76, you’ll get that same feeling.Daniel - or “DJ,” as he’s known in the industry - is a true master of his craft. As the lead voice on

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