The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast Week 7 College Football Picks & Previews
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Oct 9, 2025 Dive into a thrilling week of college football as key matchups unfold! Ohio State's stellar defense takes on a rejuvenated Illinois offense. Will Indiana's Fernando Mendoza survive Oregon's fierce pass rush? In the Red River Rivalry, can Oklahoma’s defense rein in Texas's shaky offense? Michigan's physical style looks to challenge USC's dynamic playmakers. Plus, Alabama faces a tough Missouri squad, while Utah's running game seeks to overpower Arizona State. Will Florida's inconsistency cost them against Texas A&M? Discover the predictions for each game!
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Ohio State Defense Dominates With Versatility
- Joel Klatt argues Ohio State's defense is the best single unit in college football right now due to scheme and versatile players.
- He highlights Arvel Reese, Sonny Styles, and Caleb Downs as key playmakers who create matchup ambiguity for opponents.
Illinois Offense Heating Up
- Klatt notes Illinois' offense has surged, averaging 38.5 points and 500+ yards in the last two games.
- He singles out Luke Altmaier's accuracy and 15 yards per attempt as drivers of that recent explosion.
Establish The Run Early
- Klatt advises Indiana must establish the run early to prevent becoming one-dimensional against Oregon's pass rush.
- He warns that without a running game, Indiana's RPO offense will struggle on the road.