Josh Pate's College Football Show

Week 6 Predictions - Miami vs FSU & Vandy vs Alabama + New JP Poll

Oct 1, 2025
Get ready for a thrilling college football showdown as Miami takes on FSU, with key insights on matchups and players to watch. Will Vanderbilt pull off an upset against powerhouse Alabama? Plus, Texas and Florida's offenses are put to the test, with predictions on who might surprise. The Transfer Portal's impact on teams like Oregon and Texas Tech is explored, along with a detailed breakdown of the latest JP Poll. How are Penn State fans feeling after recent losses? Don't miss the best bets for this week!
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INSIGHT

Miami-FSU Is Closer Than It Looks

  • Miami vs Florida State is a tightly matched rivalry with Miami slightly favored by the model.
  • Josh Pate emphasizes Miami's defensive run strength and FSU's need to commit to the run or risk turnovers.
INSIGHT

Vanderbilt Is A Legitimate Threat

  • Vanderbilt matches up unusually well with Alabama due to time-of-possession and third-down efficiency.
  • Pate thinks Alabama will win but Vandy has a real puncher's chance and will keep it close.
ADVICE

Commit To The Run To Fix Third Downs

  • Florida should commit to the run to create more favorable third downs and open up deep shots.
  • Do prioritize short third downs to improve conversion rate and offensive rhythm.
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