Expert in college football analytics, Bill Connelly, settles a score with the hosts. They discuss Jim Harbaugh advocating for revenue sharing, Nick Saban's cryptic depth chart decision, and the Apathy Trailer to Tanksville. Bill also previews Thursday and Friday games and reveals his College Football Playoff teams.
Missouri's defense has shown improvement and returning key players, but they need to address their quarterback situation to start the season strong against South Dakota.
Florida's success relies on the health and performance of their quarterback, and if they can perform well early on, they have a chance at making the playoffs.
NC State is favored in their game against UConn due to their strong defense, but the unpredictable nature of UConn could potentially lead to an upset.
Deep dives
South Dakota at Missouri
Missouri's defense is praised for their improvement last year and returns key players. The team needs to figure out their quarterback situation. They have the potential to start the season strong against South Dakota.
Florida vs Utah
Florida is traveling early to avoid tropical storms. The team's performance relies heavily on the health and performance of their quarterback. If they can perform well in their early games, they have a shot at making the playoffs.
N.C. State vs Connecticut
NC State is favored in this game due to their strong defense. They have a chance to start the season with a win and build momentum. However, Connecticut is unpredictable and could potentially pull off an upset.
Louisville vs Georgia Tech
Louisville is favored in this game due to their strong offense and the addition of new players from the transfer portal. Georgia Tech has an interim coach and a new quarterback, making them less predictable.
North Carolina State vs South Dakota
North Carolina State is favored in this game due to their strong defense and potential overachievement on offense. The outcome will heavily depend on the performance of their quarterback. South Dakota will face a tough challenge and may struggle to keep up.
Rece Davis and Pete Thamel discuss Jim Harbaugh advocating for revenue sharing with student-athletes, the real reason Nick Saban didn’t release a depth chart, and who’s on the Apathy Trailer to Tanksville? Then, the guys are joined by Bill Connelly to settle a score, and preview the Thursday and Friday slate of games. Plus, Bill’s College Football Playoff teams.