Parker Ainsworth dives deep into the controversial world of college football championships, focusing on the HOUSTON COUGARS' potential to claim more national titles. Drawing inspiration from Auburn's recent retroactive championship claims, Ainsworth explores the possibility of HOUSTON asserting rights to titles from 2015, 1979, and 1976. This thought-provoking discussion challenges listeners to reconsider the nature of championship recognition in college football. The podcast then shifts gears to critique ESPN's FPI rankings, with Ainsworth questioning their accuracy in predicting the COUGARS' performance. He argues that these rankings might not fully capture HOUSTON's potential, setting the stage for a season that could defy expectations. Ainsworth also provides an in-depth analysis of key BIG 12 matchups that could significantly impact the conference's national reputation. He breaks down games like NEBRASKA vs. CINCINNATI and TCU vs. NORTH CAROLINA, offering insights into how these contests could shape the perception of the BIG 12 in the broader college football landscape. The COUGARS' season opener against STEPHEN F. AUSTIN receives special attention. Ainsworth examines the strategic implications of this game under new coach WILLIE FRITZ, discussing how a strong performance could set the tone for HOUSTON's inaugural BIG 12 season. Throughout the episode, Ainsworth interweaves bold predictions about HOUSTON's performance in their new conference. He analyzes the team's strengths, potential challenges, and the adjustments they'll need to make to compete at the highest level in the BIG 12. The podcast concludes with a broader discussion on the evolving nature of college football, touching on topics like conference realignment, the impact of NIL deals, and how these changes might affect HOUSTON's future in the sport. Listeners can expect a mix of historical analysis, current season predictions, and thought-provoking discussions about the future of college football, all centered around the HOUSTON COUGARS' journey in this new chapter of their program's history. 0:00 Intro: Houston Cougars and national titles 4:05 Examining Houston's historical best seasons 8:10 College football's flawed championship selection 12:47 ESPN's FPI rankings and their limitations 17:22 Positive outlook for Houston despite data models 21:58 FanDuel Futures Day for football predictions 25:33 Key Big 12 non-conference games to watch 29:39 Baylor vs Auburn: Big 12 proving ground Be sure to follow and subscribe to Locked On Coogs to hear the latest on all things Houston Cougars, wherever you get your podcasts!

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