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NFL Playoff Predictions Begin

College Football Playoff Turnover

Analyzing the AP Poll

NFL Playoff Predictions

Remembering Barry Melrose

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Reflection on 9/11 Anniversary

Upcoming College Football Games

LSU's Legal Battle with the SEC

Ohio State vs Texas Preview

Clay Travis Law Promotion

Clay Travis Law - Personal Injury Lawyers

Florida State's Power Outage Game

Stadium Safety Plans and Backup Power

Brent Venables' Performance at Oklahoma

The SEC vs Big Ten Rivalry

Wrapping Up and Next Segment Preview

Clay Travis joins The Next Round to make his picks for a massive college football weekend, including Texas vs. Ohio State and Oklahoma vs. Michigan. Clay explains why he believes Arch Manning and the Longhorns will knock off the Buckeyes and why Oklahoma could add another major win for the SEC.

The crew also debates the growing SEC vs. Big Ten rivalry and whether conference pride still matters as several key non-conference matchups could reshape the national college football conversation.

Plus, the guys unveil their 2026 NFL playoff predictions, including division winners, wild-card teams and Super Bowl picks. Can Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs return to the postseason? Are the Rams legitimate Super Bowl favorites? And which surprise teams could crash the playoff field?

Also discussed: LSU’s ongoing battle with the SEC, potential SEC expansion candidates, Steve Sarkisian’s championship pressure, Arch Manning, Brent Venables and Oklahoma, Michigan, Missouri-Kansas, Tennessee-Georgia Tech and much more.

Clay Travis joins The Next Round to make his picks for a massive college football weekend, including Texas vs. Ohio State and Oklahoma vs. Michigan. Clay explains why he believes Arch Manning and the Longhorns will knock off the Buckeyes and why Oklahoma could add another major win for the SEC.
The crew also debates the growing SEC vs. Big Ten rivalry and whether conference pride still matters as several key non-conference matchups could reshape the national college football conversation.
Plus, the guys unveil their 2026 NFL playoff predictions, including division winners, wild-card teams and Super Bowl picks. Can Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs return to the postseason? Are the Rams legitimate Super Bowl favorites? And which surprise teams could crash the playoff field?
Also discussed: LSU&rsquo;s ongoing battle with the SEC, potential SEC expansion candidates, Steve Sarkisian&rsquo;s championship pressure, Arch Manning, Brent Venables and Oklahoma, Michigan, Missouri-Kansas, Tennessee-Georgia Tech and much more.

Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown, and Lance Taylor bring decades of chemistry, strong opinions, and plenty of laughs to the biggest stories in sports every weekday. Rooted in the heart of SEC country, The Next Round goes deep on SEC football, college sports, the NFL, breaking news, game-day storylines, picks and predictions, and whatever else has the sports world talking. Along the way, expect conversations with athletes, coaches, insiders, and newsmakers, plus the pop culture, food arguments, fan questions, and unexpected detours that have always been part of the show. It’s informed sports talk without taking itself too seriously, from three hosts who know the games, know each other, and aren’t afraid to disagree.

Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown, and Lance Taylor bring decades of chemistry, strong opinions, and plenty of laughs to the biggest stories in sports every weekday. Rooted in the heart of SEC country, The Next Round goes deep on SEC football, college sports, the NFL, breaking news, game-day storylines, picks and predictions, and whatever else has the sports world talking. Along the way, expect conversations with athletes, coaches, insiders, and newsmakers, plus the pop culture, food arguments, fan questions, and unexpected detours that have always been part of the show. It&rsquo;s informed sports talk without taking itself too seriously, from three hosts who know the games, know each other, and aren&rsquo;t afraid to disagree.

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Clay Travis joins The Next Round to make his picks for a massive college football weekend, including Texas vs. Ohio State and Oklahoma vs. Michigan. Clay explains why he believes Arch Manning and the Longhorns will knock off the Buckeyes and why Oklahoma could add another major win for the SEC.

The Next Round: Clay Travis Picks Texas Over Ohio State, NFL Playoff Predictions & SEC vs. Big Ten | Hour 2

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Setting the Stage for Football Analysis

Geoff Collins Joins the Show

Saban's Coaching Philosophy and Alabama's

Keelan Russell vs Ty Simpson: Quarterback

Defensive Strategies and Quarterback

Florida's Offensive Challenges

Georgia's Consistent Excellence

Oklahoma's Defensive Struggles

Florida's Defensive Improvement

Hard Rock Bet Promotion

Perfect 10 Mortgage

Upset Alert: College Football Picks

The Leaderboard Update

Missouri vs Florida: A Competitive Matchup

Minnesota's Underdog Potential

Cincinnati's Road to Victory

Colorado State vs Oregon State: A

The Brown Bandit's Dominance

Heisman Trophy Contenders

Parity in College Football Playoffs

Teaser for Next Segment

Former Georgia Tech head coach and longtime SEC defensive coordinator Geoff Collins joins The Next Round for an in-depth breakdown of Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell and why his athleticism and ability to create off schedule make him such a difficult matchup for opposing defenses.

Collins explains what has impressed him about Russell through his first four starts, how Mississippi State could prepare for the Crimson Tide quarterback, and why Florida's Buster Faulkner offense has become an "utter nightmare" for defenses. He also breaks down Kirby Smart's Georgia program, the Bulldogs' physical identity and why Georgia continues to thrive in the NIL and transfer portal era.

Plus, the guys make their weekly Upset Alert picks, debate the latest Heisman Trophy contenders and look ahead to a huge Alabama-Mississippi State matchup featuring two quarterbacks generating national buzz.

Former Georgia Tech head coach and longtime SEC defensive coordinator Geoff Collins joins The Next Round for an in-depth breakdown of Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell and why his athleticism and ability to create off schedule make him such a difficult matchup for opposing defenses.
Collins explains what has impressed him about Russell through his first four starts, how Mississippi State could prepare for the Crimson Tide quarterback, and why Florida's Buster Faulkner offense has become an "utter nightmare" for defenses. He also breaks down Kirby Smart's Georgia program, the Bulldogs' physical identity and why Georgia continues to thrive in the NIL and transfer portal era.
Plus, the guys make their weekly Upset Alert picks, debate the latest Heisman Trophy contenders and look ahead to a huge Alabama-Mississippi State matchup featuring two quarterbacks generating national buzz.

Former Georgia Tech head coach and longtime SEC defensive coordinator Geoff Collins joins The Next Round for an in-depth breakdown of Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell and why his athleticism and ability to create off schedule make him such a difficult matchup for opposing defenses.

The Next Round: Geoff Collins Breaks Down Keelon Russell, Alabama-Mississippi State & the Heisman Race | Hour 2

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Setting the Stage for Sports Talk

Protect College Sports Act and College

Case Keenum's Comeback Story

Eagles' Struggles and Sirianni's Criticism

NFL Quarterback Situation and Player Safety

J.J. McCarthy Trade to Giants

USC vs Oregon Rivalry and Dante Moore Hit

Alabama's Upcoming Game Against Mississippi

XXXY Athletics

College Football Matchups and Predictions

Alabama's Travel Plans and Hotel

The Logistics of Early Travel for Alabama

The Impact of Kickoff Time on Game Strategy

Weather Forecast for the Mississippi State

Anticipation for the Saban Documentary

Clay Travis Law Services

Teams Dealing with Being "The Hunted"

Upcoming Segments and Closing Remarks

Case Keenum turns back the clock! The 38-year-old quarterback delivers an incredible performance as the Chicago Bears knock off the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7, throwing for 247 yards and two touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. The guys break down Keenum's emotional comeback, what went wrong for Jalen Hurts and the Eagles, and whether Chicago can keep rolling while Caleb Williams is sidelined.

Then it's a huge weekend in college football. Alabama heads to Starkville for a major SEC showdown against Mississippi State, and the Crimson Tide's unusual game-day travel plans are already generating plenty of conversation. Could the early kickoff and possible bad weather become factors?

Plus, excitement builds for ESPN's upcoming Nick Saban documentary featuring never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from his legendary Alabama run—including the moment Saban told Tua Tagovailoa he would start the second half of the national championship game.

The guys also discuss the college football teams suddenly dealing with life as "the hunted," including Florida, BYU, Oklahoma State, Mississippi State and UCLA.

Case Keenum turns back the clock! The 38-year-old quarterback delivers an incredible performance as the Chicago Bears knock off the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7, throwing for 247 yards and two touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. The guys break down Keenum's emotional comeback, what went wrong for Jalen Hurts and the Eagles, and whether Chicago can keep rolling while Caleb Williams is sidelined.
Then it's a huge weekend in college football. Alabama heads to Starkville for a major SEC showdown against Mississippi State, and the Crimson Tide's unusual game-day travel plans are already generating plenty of conversation. Could the early kickoff and possible bad weather become factors?
Plus, excitement builds for ESPN's upcoming Nick Saban documentary featuring never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from his legendary Alabama run&mdash;including the moment Saban told Tua Tagovailoa he would start the second half of the national championship game.
The guys also discuss the college football teams suddenly dealing with life as "the hunted," including Florida, BYU, Oklahoma State, Mississippi State and UCLA.

Case Keenum turns back the clock! The 38-year-old quarterback delivers an incredible performance as the Chicago Bears knock off the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7, throwing for 247 yards and two touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. The guys break down Keenum's emotional comeback, what went wrong for Jalen Hurts and the Eagles, and whether Chicago can keep rolling while Caleb Williams is sidelined.

The Next Round: Case Keenum Stuns the Eagles + Alabama-Mississippi State Showdown | Hour 1

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Setting the Stage for Hour Two

Trump's Tennessee Visit and Josh Pate's

A Wrestling Fan's Encounter with the

Oklahoma's Surprising Struggles and Florida's

Texas' Defensive Potential and Florida's

Mississippi State's Upcoming Challenge

The Importance of Scheduling in College

Josh Pate's College Football Show and

USC's Coaching Situation and the Appeal of

Message Board Monday and Coaching Criticism

Exhibition Basketball and Outdoor Games

Texas A&M's Struggles and Mike Elko's Future

Texas A&M's Struggles and Coaching Concerns

LSU's Comeback Victory and Lane Kiffin's

Alabama's Dominance and Quarterback

XXXY Athletics Clothing Line

ACC Chaos and Conference Predictions

SEC Onside Kick Controversy

Final Thoughts and Upcoming Games

Josh Pate joins The Next Round to break down a wild start to the college football season and the biggest questions emerging across the SEC and the national landscape.

Pate reacts to Texas’ win over Tennessee and explains why the Longhorns may have to lean on their defense while Arch Manning and the offense continue to develop. He also discusses Florida’s rapid rise under Jon Sumrall, why the Gators deserve to be viewed among the country’s top teams, and how quickly preseason expectations should be thrown out once the games begin.

The conversation turns to Oklahoma’s disappointing start, John Mateer’s struggles and the questions surrounding Brent Venables after his contract extension. Pate also examines Mississippi State and quarterback Kamario Taylor ahead of a major matchup with Alabama, plus the broader problems with college football scheduling and why fans of programs like Notre Dame and Miami deserve more compelling regular-season matchups.

Then Pate dives into the situation at USC, explaining why his patience with Lincoln Riley has run out following another loss to Oregon. Is it time for USC to make a change, and just how attractive would the Trojans job be? Pate and the guys also discuss the immediate impact coaches like Bob Chesney and Jon Sumrall have made at UCLA and Florida.

Plus: Texas A&M frustration, Alabama’s continued development, Wake Forest’s upset of Louisville, the SEC’s ruling on Tennessee’s controversial onside kick against Texas, and more from a packed college football weekend.

Josh Pate joins The Next Round to break down a wild start to the college football season and the biggest questions emerging across the SEC and the national landscape.
Pate reacts to Texas&rsquo; win over Tennessee and explains why the Longhorns may have to lean on their defense while Arch Manning and the offense continue to develop. He also discusses Florida&rsquo;s rapid rise under Jon Sumrall, why the Gators deserve to be viewed among the country&rsquo;s top teams, and how quickly preseason expectations should be thrown out once the games begin.
The conversation turns to Oklahoma&rsquo;s disappointing start, John Mateer&rsquo;s struggles and the questions surrounding Brent Venables after his contract extension. Pate also examines Mississippi State and quarterback Kamario Taylor ahead of a major matchup with Alabama, plus the broader problems with college football scheduling and why fans of programs like Notre Dame and Miami deserve more compelling regular-season matchups.
Then Pate dives into the situation at USC, explaining why his patience with Lincoln Riley has run out following another loss to Oregon. Is it time for USC to make a change, and just how attractive would the Trojans job be? Pate and the guys also discuss the immediate impact coaches like Bob Chesney and Jon Sumrall have made at UCLA and Florida.
Plus: Texas A&amp;M frustration, Alabama&rsquo;s continued development, Wake Forest&rsquo;s upset of Louisville, the SEC&rsquo;s ruling on Tennessee&rsquo;s controversial onside kick against Texas, and more from a packed college football weekend.

Josh Pate joins The Next Round to break down a wild start to the college football season and the biggest questions emerging across the SEC and the national landscape.

The Next Round: Josh Pate: Is Florida an SEC Power? Texas Questions & Trouble at USC | Hour 2

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The Next Round: Clay Travis Picks Texas Over Ohio State, NFL Playoff Predictions & SEC vs. Big Ten | Hour 2

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