Week 12 Prediction Show + Coaching Search Intel | Late Kick Live Ep. 453
Nov 14, 2023
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The podcast covers a variety of interesting topics including game predictions for week 12 in College Football, coaching searches in college football, potential head coach replacements for Texas A&M, and analysis of upcoming football games between Georgia and Tennessee, Washington and Oregon State, and Ohio State and Michigan.
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Quick takeaways
The Heisman race is wide open with a surprising mix of contenders, including Bonix and Michael Pennix.
The coaching situations at Arkansas and UCLA are uncertain, with potential changes on the horizon.
Michigan's ongoing sign stealing allegations and Jim Harbaugh's statement as America's team create speculation about the program's future and relationship with the Big Ten.
Deep dives
Top Contenders in the Heisman Race
The current top contenders in the Heisman race are Bonix, Michael Pennix, Jaden Daniels, Marvin Harrison, Carson Beck, and Jaden Milroe.
Surprising Rise of Bonix and Michael Pennix
It is surprising to see Bonix and Michael Pennix leading the Heisman race considering their previous performances at Auburn and Indiana, respectively.
Wide Open Heisman Race
The current Heisman race is wide open with several players vying for the award, making it an exciting competition to watch.
Coaching Carousel: Arkansas and UCLA
The podcast episode discusses the coaching situations at Arkansas and UCLA. In Arkansas, there are mixed feelings and uncertainty surrounding head coach Sam Pittman's future, despite reassurances from the coaching staff to recruits. The upcoming game against FIU could be a turning point. Meanwhile, at UCLA, there are reports suggesting that Chip Kelly may be fired after the USC game due to conflicts and difficulties with boosters and the lackluster performance of the NIL program. The program may be looking for a new head coach to tap into the potential of Southern California resources and alumni support.
Michigan and Harbaugh's Bunker Mentality
The podcast episode touches on Jim Harbaugh's recent statement that Michigan should be America's team. This move is seen as a distraction tactic to deflect from the ongoing investigation into sign stealing allegations. It is noted that Michigan is fighting the accusations and has a strong player-led team that can function without Harbaugh on the sidelines. The focus is on what actions will be taken and what the long-term relationship between Michigan and the Big Ten will look like. The upcoming game against Ohio State is also mentioned.
Late Kick Live Ep 453 features Josh Pate looking ahead to what could be a wild week 12 in College Football with game predictions on matchups including Texas vs Iowa State, Washington vs Oregon State, UGA vs Tennessee, and more. A new edition of the JP Poll drops tonight with more movement inside the top 10 and teams making late-season charges into the top 25. Which head coaches are on the biggest hot seats as the season enters the final two weeks? With Texas A&M firing Jimbo Fisher, where will the Aggies turn to look for their next head coach? All that plus a look-ahead for the Once Upon A Saturday Tour’s week 12 destination and early best bets on the Ramen Noodle Express.