The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast Colin Cowherd on Arch Manning Expectations, the Magnitude of Ohio State-Texas, USC & more!
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Aug 25, 2025 
Colin Cowherd, a FOX Sports radio and TV personality, shares his take on this college football season. He expresses confidence in Arch Manning, discussing the expectations surrounding him and why he's not worried about the pressure. Cowherd believes the Texas-Ohio State matchup is monumental, potentially the biggest in a decade. He examines the evolving dynamics between the Big Ten and SEC and highlights why USC under Lincoln Riley is notably different. The conversation wraps up with insights on upcoming NFL prospects, including Shedeur Sanders.
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More Big-Game Matchups This Year
- Colin Cowherd says college football will have more big, meaningful games this season and fewer teams ducking marquee matchups.
- He thinks the playoff and scheduling changes create more fluid storylines and allow teams to recover from early losses.
Arch Manning Is A High-Interest Prospect
- Cowherd is excited to watch Arch Manning and sees NFL-level traits plus mobility and strong preparation.
- He compares Manning's college ceiling to past Manning family arcs and expects immediate national interest.
Protect The Quarterback Early
- Cowherd warns Arch Manning should avoid unnecessary runs and slide to protect himself early in games.
- He expects Texas to coach him toward situational discipline to prevent avoidable injuries.