The McShay Show Week 12 Tape Truths: Georgia’s Rise, Special RBs, and the College Football Coaching Carousel
Nov 17, 2025
Bruce Feldman, a seasoned college-football reporter from The Athletic, joins the conversation to analyze the coaching carousel and rising stars in the sport. He dives into Georgia's impressive defense and its potential in the CFP. The discussion highlights the 2026 running back class, featuring standout athletes like Ahmad Hardy. Feldman shares insights on coaching vacancies, including Brian Kelly's uncertain future at LSU and Lane Kiffin's dilemma with Ole Miss, offering tantalizing predictions about who might land where.
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Georgia's Defensive Ascension
- Georgia's defense has evolved into a disciplined, disruptive unit mixing young talent with veteran coaching.
- If the trend continues, Georgia could be the SEC's best team entering the College Football Playoff.
Running Backs Rising Late
- Several running backs have dominated late-season games, showing pro-level traits and workload capacity.
- These performances signal a strong 2026–2027 RB pipeline and elevate prospects like Jeremiah Love and Ahmad Hardy.
Jeremiah Love Comparison And Caution
- Todd compares Jeremiah Love's skill set to Bijan Robinson, praising his size, feet, and acceleration.
- He urges Notre Dame to protect Love's health for a playoff run rather than overexpose him now.