Belichick’s Blown Lead & Program Turmoil: Can UNC Survive? + Week 4 Picks

Belichick’s Blown Lead & Program Turmoil: Can UNC Survive? + Week 4 Picks

Author: The Athletic September 22, 2026 Duration: 57:37

The college football landscape is shifting rapidly, and today on The Audible, Bruce Feldman and Ralph Russo are breaking down the biggest crossroads in the sport. We lead off with the fallout from North Carolina’s devastating blown lead against Clemson and unpack the latest surrounding the brewing UNC investigation. With top assistants no longer around, the crew debates if the hole Bill Belichick dug himself into from year one is simply too deep to survive, and whether the Tar Heels are looking for a way out of his three-year contract before next season. 


From program turmoil to early-season shockers, we reveal our biggest surprises across the Power 4 and Group of 6, starring breakout players like Kamario Taylor, Jamal Rule, and Jesse Legree.


Finally, it’s time to look ahead with our official, high-stakes Week 4 predictions against the spread! The crew locks in their locks and picks for a loaded slate, featuring No. 1 Texas at No. 14 Tennessee, No. 4 Ole Miss visiting No. 21 Florida, and a brutal Big Ten clash between No. 17 Iowa and No. 18 Michigan. We wrap things up by dissecting the highly anticipated matchup between No. 20 Oregon and No. 12 USC, before handing out our official Upset Picks of the Week!


Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

1:37 - UNC Crossroads: Tar Heels Lose At Clemson, Program Investigation Still Pending

15:00 - What Are Your Early Season Surprises

27:37 - No 1 Texas (-4.5) at No 14 Tennessee

30:50 - No 4 Ole Miss at No 21 Florida (-3)

38:03 - No 17 Iowa at No 18 Michigan (-5.5)

41:38 - No 23 Texas A&M at No 10 LSU (-9.5)

46:17 - No 20 Oregon (-3) at No 12 USC

53:54 - The Audible Picks Week 4 Upsets



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For anyone who lives and breathes college football, the weekly conversation happening on The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph is essential. This isn't just a recap of last Saturday's scores; it's where the sport's narrative gets unpacked by three of its most connected and seasoned voices. Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo bring a combined depth of experience that cuts through the noise, offering clarity on everything from coaching changes and playoff implications to the evolving landscape of conferences and recruiting. Their access is a key part of the podcast, featuring candid interviews with coaches, players, and insiders you won't hear elsewhere. Whether it's the frenzy of National Signing Day, the weekly drama of the regular season, or the road to the National Championship, they provide a consistent, intelligent, and often entertaining analysis that follows the sport's endless calendar. Presented by The Athletic, this show delivers the kind of substantive discussion and forward-looking insight that true fans rely on, making it a staple for those who want to go deeper than the headlines.
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