The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast Ohio State, Notre Dame, Penn State and Texas all move on in the CFP + tweeting at Lane Kiffin
Dec 22, 2024
The College Football Playoff is heating up as Ohio State, Texas, Penn State, and Notre Dame make their mark. Joel Klatt praises Ohio State’s performance and argues they have what it takes to win it all. He highlights the impressive wins from Notre Dame and Penn State while giving Texas props for overcoming a challenge from Clemson. Amidst excitement, Klatt expresses frustration over the negativity in playoff discussions, even tweeting at Lane Kiffin in response to the critique of teams like Indiana and SMU.
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Playoff Excitement
- College football's expanded playoffs enhanced the regular season and created exciting match-ups.
- Home playoff games bring electric atmospheres and should be prioritized.
Home-Field Advantage
- Ohio State dominated Tennessee, highlighting home-field advantage's impact.
- Road wins against top teams are rare due to significant home-field advantages.
Ohio State's Game Plan
- Ryan Day's effective game planning was key to Ohio State's success against Tennessee.
- Their aggressive offensive approach, utilizing speed and space, proved difficult for Tennessee to handle.