Cover 3 College Football Big Ten Show: Paths To The College Football Playoff | Cover 3 Podcast
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Sep 9, 2025 Delve into the Big Ten's playoff prospects as the crew explores pathways for Illinois, Indiana, and Nebraska amidst fierce competition. They assess Ohio State’s championship quest, spotlighting a young quarterback and the pivotal matches ahead. USC's offensive prowess and Washington's crucial test against Purdue are under the microscope too. Additionally, discover emerging stars like USC’s Wayman Jordan and Washington’s Jonah Coleman, whose performances could shake up the Heisman race.
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Ohio State Defense Masks Offensive Growing Pains
- Ohio State's defense has answered preseason questions and can carry the team while the offense develops.
- Matt Patricia's scheme and veteran secondary create a top-tier unit that masks early offensive growing pains.
Penn State Vs. Oregon: A Tight Two-Team Race
- Penn State shows reliable performance in tougher matchups while Oregon has surged on impressive offensive displays.
- The Penn State–Oregon matchup looks like a toss-up depending on environment and recency bias.
Oregon's Blowouts Reveal Upgraded Team
- Oregon's early blowouts signal an upgraded roster and balanced performance across offense, defense, and special teams.
- Neutral-site or hostile-road factors still make Dante Moore's road debut a key variable versus Penn State.