The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell

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The Hard Count is all things college football, for the people, by the people, and with the people. J.D. PicKell brings video analysis to you on a daily basis focused on the top teams across the country. This is a community for those who live and die by the events of Saturdays in the fall and into early January. The party rolls on.

  1. 7 HR AGO

    College Football Eye Test RANKINGS | More Mid-Season Predictions | Pre Week 8 Superlatives

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... Which teams in college football are passing the eye test? J.D. ranks his top five "eye test" teams in the country before giving a game prediction for Arkansas vs Texas A&M and revealing some more of his mid-season predictions. Forecasting what's in store for players like Ohio State's Julian Sayin and Miami's Rueben Bain, and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel. Then to close the show, J.D. and producer Kaiden Smith give their Pre Week 8 Superlatives.  The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.  Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime! Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Download Gametime today and use code HARDCOUNT for $20 off your first purchase.  ABOUT WHATABURGER® Whataburger has been serving up made-to-order burgers and bold flavors since 1950. Born in Texas and now in 17 states with 1,100+ restaurants, we’re all about big bites, real hospitality, and community connection. From grocery aisles to our app, fans can enjoy their favorites anytime. Recognized by Fast Company, USA Today, and Newsweek, we’re proud to keep delivering the goodness 24/7.  Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code HARDCOUNT at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/hardcount #bruntpod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 1m

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Midseason College Football Playoff PREDICTIONS

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell ... Updated college football predictions! J.D. reevaluates his preseason picks and makes new ones for the conference title game matchups and winners, the 12 seeds for the College Football Playoff, and the entire CFP bracket before crowning a new national champion.  Before his midseason predictions, J.D. breaks down what's being missed from the Tennessee vs Alabama game this weekend and previews LSU's matchup with Vanderbilt in Nashville. Then we end the show with some Penn State talk, addressing Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule's potential to become the next head coach of the Nittany Lions and exploring which other names fit the job.  The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.  Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime! Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Download Gametime today and use code HARDCOUNT for $20 off your first purchase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 12m

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    College Football Week 8 PREDICTIONS

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. ... Prediction Tuesday! J.D. dives deep, breaks down, and makes his predictions for the top college football games of Week 8. Starting with our Bet MGM game of the week Tennessee vs Alabama before bouncing around to Ole Miss vs Georgia, USC vs Notre Dame, Oklahoma vs South Carolina, Washington vs Michigan, and Louisville vs Miami.  The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.  Use the code "JD" on Rhoback.com for a generous 20% off for all new customers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    56 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    Sunday Sprint: James Franklin Fired!! | Red River Reaction | Indiana, Bama, USC, UGA, OSU & A&M Win

    Welcome to The Sunday Sprint, a collection of J.D.'s takes following Saturday's college football action that have been taken from the On3 YouTube channel and tailored for The Hard Count's podcast audience. Today on the sprint we had breaking news! Penn State fired James Franklin Sunday morning and J.D. gives his instant reaction to Penn State's decision and who he thinks they should hire next in State College. J.D. also reacts to this weekend's action including Indiana's big time upset win at Oregon, Texas bouncing back with a Red River win over John Mateer and rival Oklahoma, USC impressing in the trenches in a win over Michigan, and Ohio State making a statement against Illinois. We also bounce all around the SEC, unpacking both sides of the matchup in Georgia's win over Auburn, Texas A&M's strong showing against Florida, and Alabama holding on in Columbia for a close victory over Mizzou.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 29m

  5. 9 OCT

    College Football’s Most Important October? | Michigan, Oklahoma, USC, Nebraska & More

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell … it’s all about October in College Football — and how this month could define the playoff race and reshape the national picture. J.D. breaks down which programs have the most important October, including Michigan, USC, Oklahoma, and Nebraska, and why each team faces a defining stretch. He also dives into Texas A&M’s turnaround, asking if the Aggies have finally cured “Battered Aggie Syndrome” under new leadership. Then, it’s time for Red River Rivalry predictions — how does the Oklahoma vs Texas matchup change if John Mateer starts for the Sooners? J.D. closes by previewing Oregon vs Indiana, explaining what’s being overlooked in that Big Ten matchup and which under-the-radar factors could decide the game. The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime! Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed.  Download Gametime today and use code HARDCOUNT for $20 off your first purchase.  Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code HARDCOUNT at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/hardcount #bruntpod    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 18m

  6. 8 OCT

    Will John Mateer Play vs Texas? | Can Billy Napier Save His Job at Florida? | Week 7 CFB Storylines

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell … we’re talking all things College Football Week 7 — quarterback questions, coaching pressure, and the biggest matchups across the country. We start the show with a break down of his national title contenders and a game preview and prediction for LSU vs South Carolina. Also talking about if time is running out for Florida head coach Billy Napier, how we were wrong about Texas, Penn State, and Clemson, and why this weekend is major for Bryce Underwood and Julian Sayin. J.D. also attacks every angle of the Red River Rivalry, diving into what's being missed in the matchup, if John Mateer will play or not, and why declaring Arch Manning as a "flop" is uncalled for.  The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.  Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime! Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Download Gametime today and use code HARDCOUNT for $20 off your first purchase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 6m

  7. 7 OCT

    College Football Week 7 Predictions: Michigan–USC, Red River Rivalry, Alabama–Mizzou & More

    Today on The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell … it’s Prediction Tuesday! J.D. breaks down and makes his score predictions for the biggest Week 7 college football matchups across the country — games with major playoff and conference title implications. Starting with Michigan at USC, where Bryce Underwood and the Wolverines face a huge test in Los Angeles against Lincoln Riley’s Trojans. Then, it’s on to the Red River Rivalry between Oklahoma and Texas, Indiana vs Oregon, Missouri vs Alabama, Texas A&M vs Florida, Georgia vs Auburn, and Ohio State at Illinois — all packed with storylines that could shape the CFB Playoff race.  The Hard Count with J.D. PicKell is presented by BetMGM! If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code "HARDCOUNT" and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    59 min

  8. 5 OCT

    Sunday Sprint: Penn State Upset | Bama, Florida, Miami, and Texas A&M Win | Sayin & Underwood Impress

    Welcome to The Sunday Sprint, a collection of J.D.'s takes following Saturday's college football action that have been taken from the On3 YouTube channel and tailored for The Hard Count's podcast audience. Today on the sprint, J.D. unpacks a wild Week 6 of college football headlined by UCLA upsetting Penn State to secure their first win of the year and put the Nittany Lions in must win mode the rest of the regular season.  J.D. also breaks down Alabama's performance against Vanderbilt, Miami and Florida State's rivalry game, and Florida's upset win in The Swamp over Texas. We also explain why Texas A&M, Julian Sayin, and Bryce Underwood have continued to impress us before J.D. reveals his weekly Nothing But Ball Rankings before ending things with a Michigan vs USC and Red River early preview ahead of next weekend..  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 25m
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The Hard Count is all things college football, for the people, by the people, and with the people. J.D. PicKell brings video analysis to you on a daily basis focused on the top teams across the country. This is a community for those who live and die by the events of Saturdays in the fall and into early January. The party rolls on.

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