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Nick Wize breaks down a loaded college football weekend — from Oregon ending Iowa’s playoff hopes in a rainy slugfest to Florida and LSU both benching their quarterbacks. Plus, Brian Kelly’s $54 million lawsuit against LSU gets ugly as the school claims it never “formally fired” him. Nick also hits the biggest national stories: UCLA’s move from the Rose Bowl to SoFi Stadium, Michigan and USC’s pushback against the Big Ten’s billion-dollar investment plan. Other topics include: •Iowa’s 12th straight loss vs ranked teams — and a brutal punt gone wrong •DJ Lagway’s struggles and Florida’s NIL-fueled patience •USC’s controversial fake punt with two No. 80s •Heisman updates: Did Fernando Mendoza just take the lead? •BYU vs Texas Tech — turnovers, domination, and playoff implications •Why Michigan and USC are standing alone against the Big Ten’s $2.4B proposal •UCLA vs Pasadena — the legal fight over leaving the Rose Bowl for SoFi

Nick Wize breaks down the first College Football Playoff Rankings of the week — what stood out, what differed from the AP Poll, and what he didn’t like about the committee’s decisions. Who’s ranked too high, who’s too low, and which teams got it right? Plus, Nick previews the top four games of the weekend and gives his predictions for Saturday’s biggest matchups.

Auburn has officially fired Hugh Freeze midway through the 2025 season — less than three years after hiring him to bring the Tigers back to SEC glory. In this episode, Nick Wize breaks down how it all unraveled: the hiring expectations, the disappointing results, and the moment Auburn decided enough was enough. We’ll dig into:

Nick Wize dives into the fallout from one of the most chaotic press conferences in college football history — Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry’s fiery comments about the LSU head coaching search. Landry torches AD Scott Woodward, calls out agents, and vows not to repeat the mistakes of the past… but did he just scare off top candidates instead? Nick is joined by Zach Goodall (Swamp247) to break down how the LSU drama could actually help Florida’s coaching search, and what it means for names like Lane Kiffin and Jedd Fisch. Then, they preview Saturday’s Florida–Georgia matchup — can interim coach Billy Gonzales spark the Gators and pull off the upset? Plus:

Brian Kelly is out at LSU after a stunning loss to Texas A&M — and the fallout is massive. Reports of a tense meeting, viral videos of Kelly entering and leaving the building, and now the big question: Is LSU the best job opening in college football? In this episode, Nick breaks down: • Why LSU pulled the plug on Brian Kelly and whether they were right to do it • The top coaching candidates — from Nick Saban (yes, that’s LSU’s first call) to Lane Kiffin, who may or may not be staying at Ole Miss • The viral Kiffin video vs Oklahoma and his clarification the next day • The dream hires (Lincoln Riley, Dabo Swinney, Dan Lanning) vs realistic options (Jon Sumrall, Joe Brady, James Franklin, Jeff Brohm, Brent Key) • Why Brian Kelly to Michigan actually makes sense — and how it could happen • Updated playoff locks and bubble teams heading into November, plus Nick’s Top 25 compared to the AP Poll This is one of the wildest coaching carousels college football has ever seen — and it’s only getting started.

Week 9 is loaded — both on the field and behind the scenes. The coaching carousel is already spinning with Hugh Freeze fighting for his job at Auburn, Lane Kiffin and Eli Drinkwitz climbing the Florida wish list, and Brian Kelly staring down a must-win against Texas A&M. We’ll break down all the biggest storylines shaping the weekend — from playoff-shifting matchups like Ole Miss vs. Oklahoma and Missouri at Vanderbilt, to Group of Six chaos in Memphis with USF trying to hold onto its playoff hopes. Plus, we dive into the rumors, buyouts, and pressure cookers defining this wild stretch of the college football season. Get ready — November’s coming early.

Marcus Freeman said no to Florida — but why would he ever leave Notre Dame? In this episode, Nick breaks down why staying in South Bend makes sense: an easier path to the Playoff, less pressure, and none of the SEC grind that Florida faces year after year. Then, we go back to the preseason prediction show — which teams did Nick absolutely nail, and which ones did he completely whiff on? From Clemson’s struggles and Florida’s regression with DJ Lagway, to Penn State’s collapse and Alabama’s late-season push, it’s time for some accountability. Plus: Nick fires back at critics calling him “SEC-biased,” explains why Big Ten travel is more brutal than most fans realize, and previews the Top 5 games of the weekend — including Michigan vs. Michigan State, Ole Miss at Oklahoma, and more.

Billy Napier is out in Gainesville, and the Florida coaching carousel is officially spinning. Is Lane Kiffin or James Franklin the true “home run” hire? Nick breaks down the dream, realistic, and up-and-coming candidates — from Eli Drinkwitz and Will Stein to Alex Golesh and Jon Sumrall. Plus: Is Florida really a better job than Ole Miss, and would Kiffin actually make the jump? What’s next for Mike Norvell and Florida State as they wrestle with that massive buyout? Carson Beck’s comments after Miami's loss Could Miami be heading down the same path as Penn State? The historic programs Nick wants to see great again (UCLA, Michigan State, Florida, Wisconsin, and FSU). Updated playoff scenarios: Notre Dame locks in, Michigan’s must-win stretch, and why Texas is still ranked for some reason. Nick also unveils his brand-new Top 25 — and it’s guaranteed to stir up some debate.

This week’s episode is loaded with storylines. We’re breaking down the Top 5 must-watch college football matchups of the weekend and digging into why another team from the East is getting stuck with a late-night kickoff. Florida State fans might not love what we have to say — but it’s a reflection of just how far they’ve fallen from the elite. Then, we tackle one of the sport’s biggest debates: Is the AP Poll biased toward the SEC? From powerhouse brands to TV deals and national narratives, we break down why the SEC gets the benefit of the doubt and whether it’s deserved. Plus, a Big Ten vs. SEC hypothetical showdown reveals some eye-opening results — and spoiler: it’s closer than you think. We’ll also hit our honorable mention games like: