Coach is joined by Charles Davis and Tony Barnhart to wrap up the show with a look at the semifinal matchups and the changing landscape of college football. The trio dives into the two upcoming semifinals—Indiana vs. Oregon and Ole Miss vs. Miami—with Charles Davis highlighting that Indiana controlled their game against Alabama and Ole Miss could easily win it all despite nearly being left out of the playoff. The conversation then shifts to Tennessee, where Coach gives his honest take on Josh Heupel’s massive coaching staff overhaul. Heupel fired both coordinators and several assistants after a season marred by fundamental defensive failures, with Coach bluntly stating the Vols were a "terrible tackling team" in 2025. Tony and Charles both credit the transfer portal and NIL for leveling the playing field, citing Indiana’s rise and Texas Tech’s success as proof that "if you have the right head coach and funding," any program can compete for a national title.

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