NFL: Move the Sticks with Daniel Jeremiah & Bucky Brooks College Football Playoff Round 1 Preview
Dec 19, 2025
Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis preview the thrilling first round of the College Football Playoff. They dive into the high-stakes matchups, including Oklahoma's surprising strength against Alabama. Concerns arise about Alabama's offensive performance, while Texas A&M's home-field advantage adds intrigue to their clash with Miami. The hosts also discuss quarterback Drew Allar’s draft outlook following his season-ending injury, contemplating his future in the NFL. Plus, the potential return of Fernando Mendoza to college adds an exciting twist to their analysis.
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Oklahoma Wins By Opportunism
- Oklahoma can win by exploiting turnovers and special teams rather than outscoring Alabama offensively.
- Alabama needs better protection for Ty Simpson and more production from receivers to avoid relying on mistakes.
Win With Complementary Football
- Alabama can manufacture points and win by playing complementary football rather than explosive offense.
- A conservative, turnover-free plan could let Bama beat Oklahoma on the road.
Trenches And Home Field Matter
- Texas A&M vs. Miami is a trenches and experience matchup with NFL scouts watching closely.
- Home-field and defensive pressure on Carson Beck could swing the game toward A&M.