The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast College Football Playoff Party Crashers: Who could be this year’s surprise Playoff teams?
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Aug 13, 2025 The podcast dives into potential surprise teams for the college football playoffs. Discussing candidates from the Big Ten like Nebraska and Washington, it also highlights SEC picks benefiting from favorable schedules. The Big 12 is noted for its unpredictability, with interesting candidates emerging. In the ACC, a team is poised for momentum in Week 1 against a major opponent. Additionally, there's a recap of Tom Brady's insightful Big Noon Conversation, featuring behind-the-scenes stories that add personal flair to the football analysis.
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Expanded Playoff Fueled Parity
- Expanding to a 12-team playoff increased parity and introduced unexpected teams.
- Joel Klatt highlights Indiana, SMU, Arizona State and Boise State as proof that new teams can crash the party.
Nebraska's Offense Up, Defense Questioned
- Matt Rhule's third year often produces a jump, and Nebraska added offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen.
- Klatt worries Nebraska's defense will slip after losing key defensive tackles and coordinator Tony White.
USC Talent vs. Tough Schedule
- USC showed late-season ability but struggled situationally and faces a brutal schedule.
- Klatt cites turnovers in one-score games and multiple top-15 opponents as barriers to a deep run.