More 2026 Spring Camp News, Notes- Episode 273 - Chasing the Natty: A CFF Show

In Episode 273 of 'Chasing the Natty,' host Jared Palmgren is joined by special guest Justin Leo, the 'Volume Pig' from Volume Pigs, to dive into spring camp updates and early spring game performances across college football. The duo covers 11 teams, including Power 4 programs like Clemson, Nebraska, LSU, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, as well as G5 teams such as Coastal Carolina and San Jose State. Key themes include quarterback uncertainty at Clemson and USC, the emergence of freshman running back Jamal Rule at Nebraska, and the wide-open receiver rooms at LSU and San Jose State. Justin Leo emphasizes the importance of digging into underreported programs like ULM and San Jose State, where system-driven production has historically delivered CFF value. The conversation also explores the potential of dual-threat quarterbacks like Deuce Bailey at Coastal Carolina and Lincoln Kainholz at Louisville, as well as the risks and rewards of drafting players in committee backfields. The episode concludes with a strong call to action for listeners to engage with the show by suggesting teams or topics for future episodes. The episode delivers actionable insights for CFF players: prioritize deep-dive research on under-the-radar programs, be cautious with high ADP players in uncertain roles (e.g., Clemson’s QB and WR2), and consider late-round dart throws on players with high upside in volatile positions like wide receiver and running back. Key takeaways include the value of system familiarity (e.g., Coastal Carolina’s offense), the importance of tracking player transitions (e.g., Tama Amison moving from QB to WR at San Jose State), and the need to adjust projections based on coaching staff tendencies. The tone is enthusiastic and collaborative, reflecting the podcast’s mission to elevate CFF strategy through detailed, data-informed analysis and community engagement.