

Kalen DeBoer On Alabama vs. Vanderbilt; Greg Olsen, Will Compton, & Taylor Lewan Recap NFL Week 5
Oct 6, 2025
Kalen DeBoer, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, discusses his team's resilience after an early loss and highlights quarterback Ty Simpson's potential Heisman candidacy. He shares insights on keeping the locker room united. Joining later, former NFL tight end Greg Olsen offers a recap of NFL Week 5, including surprising games and interactions from coaching youth football. He reflects on viral mic'd-up moments and debates player discipline, providing a glimpse into both college and professional football dynamics.
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Nebraska's Comeback Changed Expectations
- Will Compton recounts Nebraska's comeback vs. Michigan State and the locker-room belief that they would win.
- He credits perimeter plays and special teams for swinging momentum and creating a new standard for the program.
Investment Fuels Rapid Program Rise
- Texas Tech's massive NIL spending and portal activity has made them a national contender quickly.
- Their investment strategy signals they seek a national title, not just conference relevance.
One-Game Seasons Beat Social Noise
- Kalen DeBoer emphasizes one-week-at-a-time focus to handle external noise and expectations.
- He credits team maturity and accountability for refocusing after the Week 1 loss to Florida State.