Cover 3 College Football Upon Further Review: College Football Playoff First Round Fallout, Bowl Week Previews, more!
Dec 22, 2025
The hosts dive into the thrilling aftermath of the College Football Playoff's first round. They analyze key games, emphasizing Alabama's strong performance against Oklahoma while debating Miami's chances against elite teams. The discussion shifts to coaching movements, spotlighting Pat Fitzgerald's hires and the impact of Bobby Petrino at North Carolina. As bowl season approaches, they preview matchups like the Idaho Potato Bowl and the Boca Bowl, highlighting crucial team dynamics and betting angles that could sway outcomes.
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Single Games Don't Rewrite The Season
- The first-round playoff games don't definitively prove whether a team belonged in the playoff or not.
- Selection reflects the season-long body of work, not one postseason outcome.
One Win Doesn’t Fix Season-Long Flaws
- Alabama's comeback vs. Oklahoma may mislead viewers into thinking their issues are solved.
- Danny Kanell warns that one strong performance doesn't erase season-long concerns.
Miami’s Path Is Narrow, Not Effortless
- Miami's win over Texas A&M revealed a path to being dangerous but it's narrow and low-scoring.
- Tom Fornelli emphasizes Miami faces a much tougher draw to win a title than fans might assume.