Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth

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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

  1. 4d ago

    UCLA culture | USC road trip | Northwestern & Iowa need more respect

    What a weekend in college football!? And the best part, we are just warming up in mid October. In today’s LIVE Y-Option podcast, Todd Blackledge and I take you beyond the highlights for a closer look in college football. This week: the energy behind UCLA’s undefeated run, why USC’s trip to Wisconsin is so important, what makes Northwestern’s “old-school” offense work, and whether Iowa is a real College Football Playoff contender. Every podcast is fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. 🎧 Tune in to hear: * What’s behind UCLA’s undefeated start, Bob Chesney’s culture, and the “Vibes University” label * Why USC needs to keep its momentum going against Wisconsin before facing Ohio State * How Jayden Maiava, Trent Mosley, and an improving defense factor into the Trojans’ outlook * Why Northwestern’s Wing-T offense is so fun to watch—and whether its success can hold up against a tougher schedule * What Iowa’s improved offense and elite offensive line mean for its playoff hopes * The games that could define the Big Ten race down the stretch Be sure to subscribe for more college football conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@YOption and if you missed this Sunday’s newsletter, be sure to check it out as I wrote about how unique the quarterback journey is. Much love and stay steady - time to jump back to the film! Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  2. Oct 14

    Are The Trojans About To Surge? | Lincoln Riley Interview

    Today, Lincoln Riley joins Y-Option in an exclusive interview. The USC head coach explains how the Trojans won at Penn State and why their culture could fuel a second half surge. Todd Blackledge and I sat down with Coach Riley to discuss USC’s statement road win, the team’s growing confidence, and the young players making an impact. Our podcast, fueled by 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, is full of powerful insights as Coach Riley breaks down the Trojans’ defense, Jayden Maiava’s command of the offense, and why USC believes they can keep improving as the season gets tougher. 🎧 Tune in to hear: • How USC set the tone early at Penn State with true freshmen stepping up• Why Lincoln Riley believes the Trojans’ culture held together through outside noise• How USC’s defense and Jayden Maiava are finding their rhythm• The story behind USC’s new road win tradition• Why Coach Riley sees a team ready to surge in the second half Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  3. Oct 12

    White Out | UCLA’s rise | IU v Ohio State | ND v BYU

    Welcome back or welcome to Y-Option! Grateful for our growing audience and stoked to dive into today’s show alongside Todd Blackledge. We break down UCLA’s rise after interviewing head coach Bob Chesney and seeing the Bruins practice, Notre Dame’s first ranked test against BYU, and Indiana’s 22-game winning streak before Ohio State arrives. Can UCLA win the Big Ten? Are the Irish ready for BYU? What can stop Indiana’s incredible run, and what does Lincoln Riley’s USC team need to do next? Join us LIVE each Monday as we unpack the matchups and storylines shaping the college football season. So grateful for 76 fueling this conversation and keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. Be sure to Subscribe for more college football conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@YOption Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  4. Oct 5

    USC | The Whiteout | Ohio State | Northwestern | IU v Neb | UCLA v Oregon

    Week 5 is in the books and there is a lot to review and look ahead to in today’s Y-Option podcast with Todd Blackledge and myself, fueled by 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. We break down The Whiteout with USC at Penn State, Ohio State’s playoff outlook, Indiana at Nebraska, and UCLA at Oregon and give out a few game balls as we compete to bring you perspective from the broadcast booth, practice visits, and conversations with head coaches. Can USC win in Happy Valley? Who can stop the Buckeyes? Is Nebraska a real test for Indiana, and can Bob Chesney’s Bruins challenge Oregon at Autzen? Join us LIVE every Monday as we unpack the matchups shaping college football. Be sure to subscribe for more college football conversations and stay up to date by subscribing here at Y-Option and our YouTube Channel. Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  5. Oct 1

    Bob Chesney on Performance, Culture & UCLA

    UCLA head coach Bob Chesney joined Todd Blackledge and myself for an inside look at the Bruins, his coaching philosophy, and the culture he is building in Los Angeles. In our conversation during the #23 ranked Bruins bye week, Coach Chesney explains how meaningful relationships shape a football program, why bringing trusted staff and players from James Madison to UCLA has been so important, and what he sees in the Bruins as they prepare for the season. He also shares his formula for performance and addresses the growing excitement surrounding UCLA football. As someone else who moved from PA to LA, this one is a fun conversation for anyone who came from a small town to a global city in addition to anyone who enjoys conversations around leadership, culture and college football. As always, every Y-Option podcast is fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. 🎧 Tune in to hear:• What Bob Chesney feels around the UCLA football program• How his Pennsylvania roots influence the culture he is building in Los Angeles• Why continuity across the coaching staff matters• How former James Madison staff and players are helping establish the program• Bob Chesney’s formula for turning potential into performance Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. Be sure to. subscribe to our Youtube Channel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  6. Sep 28

    We Watch College Football From A Different Angle…Here’s What You Need To Know

    Oregon lost Dante Moore and still found a way to beat USC. Todd Blackledge and I break down what Dylan Raiola showed in relief, where Lincoln Riley and the Trojans go from here, and why Notre Dame looks like a national championship contender. As always, every Y-Option podcast is fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. And if you want to tune in on YouTube be sure to check us out here. So grateful for your support as our channel continues to grow. Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

  7. Sep 21

    What We Saw From The Booth This Week In College Football

    Week 3 is in the book and some big time match-ups look this weekend. In today’s podcast, fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat Todd Blackledge and I break down what stood out from our weekends inside college football stadiums. We discuss whether Indiana is even better than last year, what Notre Dame’s 3-0 start says about Marcus Freeman’s team, why Iowa vs. Michigan could have real College Football Playoff stakes, and how USC vs. Oregon might shape the Big Ten race. Be sure subscribe for more college football conversations on our YouTube Channel as well - https://www.youtube.com/@YOption Much love and stay steady, Yogi This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

    What We Saw From The Booth This Week In College Football

  8. Sep 14

    Cy-Hawk, Oregon’s loss + Notre Dame and IU

    Week 2 in the books and time to break it all down on the latest episode of Y-Option - fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. Todd Blackledge and I dove into the turnaround in Ann Arbor, the epic game in Austin and then took a deep dive into Cy-Hawk, the Oregon Ducks losing in Stillwater and looked ahead to Michigan State at Notre Dame and Western Kentucky visiting the defending champs, Indiana. As always, thank you for the tremendous support and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel as we bring you a LIVE show every Monday at 9:30a PST. Much love and stay steady, Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

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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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