College football is back — and Week 1 delivered controversy, statement wins and some serious questions for several of the sport’s biggest programs.
The Next Round breaks down Michigan’s wild finish against Western Michigan after the Wolverines were given another second — and another Hail Mary attempt — in a decision that immediately ignited controversy over the Big Ten’s replay and clock procedures. Did Michigan get bailed out, and what does the performance say about Bryce Underwood and the Wolverines heading into their showdown with Oklahoma?
Plus, LSU absolutely dismantles Clemson, prompting a bigger question: Is the Dabo Swinney era nearing the end? The guys debate whether LSU deserves to be ranked No. 1 after its dominant performance and whether Clemson’s approach to NIL and the transfer portal has finally caught up with the program.
They also break down Ole Miss’ thriller against Louisville, Auburn surviving Baylor, Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell’s debut, concerns about the Crimson Tide offensive line, and the biggest winners and losers from the opening weekend of college football.
Jim Dunaway, Lance Taylor and Ryan Brown have all the reaction from a wild Week 1 on The Next Round.

The Next Round: Alabama-Mississippi State Showdown, Aaron Rodgers Drama & Weekend Picks | Hour 1
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The Next Round: Alabama-Mississippi State Upset Alert? Todd Fuhrman’s Week 5 Picks | Hour 2
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The Next Round: Lincoln Riley, Deion, Belichick & Dabo Face Make-or-Break College Football Weekends | Hour 1
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