
Sports Gambling Podcast College Football Picks Week 5 (Ep. 2387)
Sep 24, 2025
Colby Dant, the host of The College Football Experience and a sharp college football analyst, joins the discussion to deliver insights on Week 5 college football predictions and best bets. They pay tribute to the late Dave Sharapan, sharing stories that celebrate his impact. Colby dives into coaching changes, analyzes key matchups like Army vs. East Carolina and Alabama vs. Georgia, and critiques AP poll rankings. Enjoy the expert betting tips and spirited debates as they explore this week's thrilling college football slate!
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Tribute To Dave Sharapan
- The hosts and Colby Dant share memories of Dave Sharapan as a friendly, hardworking member of the sports-betting community.
- They emphasize his influence across shows and mourn his early passing while urging support for his family.
Backups Can Change Season Narratives
- Backup quarterbacks can flip outcomes and expose flawed preseason assumptions about starters.
- The Texas Tech backup's performance versus Utah highlights how roster moves and transfers reshape game expectations.
Transfer Portal Shifts Power Quickly
- Teams that aggressively spend in the transfer portal see fast, measurable results.
- The hosts note a stack of portal-funded teams went 27-0, showing transfer spending changes competitive balance.

