Rece Davis and ESPN senior writers Dan Wetzel and Ryan McGee break down Iowa State vs. Kansas State, a Week 0 showdown with Big 12 and CFP stakes on the line. They dive into the X-factors that could swing the game, make their picks, and then turn to quarterback drama across the country, from Notre Dame’s starter to Ohio State’s choice to Auburn’s wild three-man plan. Finally, the crew tackles Michigan’s sign-stealing scandal and the big question: was the punishment enough?

0:00 - Welcome

1:48 - Iowa St vs Kansas St: Dublin has pints ready

10:37 - Iowa St vs Kansas St: Big 12 conference & CFP stakes

21:01- Iowa St vs Kansas St: The X Factor

23:56 - Iowa St vs Kansas St: The guys make their picks!

28:18 - Notre Dame's starting QB, did they pick the right guy?

43:35 - Ohio State's starting QB is…

45:21 - Auburn is starting 3 QBs… Are they okay?

53:08 - Michigan fined in sign-stealing scandal, what should've happened…

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