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College football Week 13, College Football Playoff chaos, coaching carousel drama, USC vs Oregon, Oklahoma, Miami, Texas and Big 12 / SEC storylines all collide in this Unafraid Show episode with George Wrighster. George and Ralph start by celebrating being right about Oklahoma beating Alabama and Georgia smashing Texas, then shout out an FCS showdown between Central Arkansas and Southern Utah featuring transfer-portal-bound running backs Landon Chambers and Joshua Dye. From there, they dive into the new reality of quarterbacks testing the transfer portal and NIL market in-season, using the Sam Levitt–Arizona State situation and the reporting around his camp “shopping” him as a case study in how representation, secrecy and value all collide in modern college football. George breaks down why players have to know their worth—and how going about it the wrong way can blow up on a fan base and a locker room. Then it’s on to the coaches: Mario Cristobal, Lane Kiffin, Alex Golesh and others dodging questions about their future while fan bases, recruits and players just want straight answers. George and Ralph talk honestly about why coaches lie in press conferences, why media members should push back harder, and how programs have to protect themselves in the middle of the coaching carousel. Finally, they roll into full Week 13 picks and previews: USC vs Oregon in Eugene in what feels like a de facto playoff game, Missouri vs Oklahoma with the Sooners’ nasty run defense, Georgia Tech vs Pitt and a sneaky Heisman conversation, BYU vs Cincinnati and a potential two–Big 12 team playoff scenario, plus Miami vs Virginia Tech and Texas vs Arkansas with Arch Manning and a shaky Longhorns run game. If you love smart, funny and brutally honest college football talk, this is your show. Subscribe to the Unafraid Show for more College Football Playoff debates, transfer portal breakdowns, and weekly picks from former Oregon Ducks and NFL tight end George Wrighster. #CollegeFootball #CFB #CollegeFootballPlayoff #TransferPortal #NIL #uscfootball #oregonfootball #oklahomasooners #texaslonghorns #miamihurricanesfootball #Big12 #SEC #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster #ACC #secfootball #arkansas #cfbplayoff #CFP #cfbpredictions
Coaches Lying, QBs Shopping & Week 13 CHAOS in College Football
Ohio State football Heisman talk is getting real. As a Heisman voter, George Wrighster breaks down why Ohio State Buckeyes fans should put their energy behind freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith instead of quarterback Julian Sayin in the Heisman Trophy race. In this clip, George explains why Sayin’s crazy efficiency numbers are more about the embarrassment of riches on offense than a solo Heisman campaign and why Smith is the real game-changer in Columbus. George points to the UCLA game as proof: with Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate out, Ohio State football still wins big, but the passing numbers crash and the offense looks very different. The run game and Bo Jackson go off while Sayin’s production falls back to earth, showing he’s a really good player in an elite situation, not the entire engine. That matters when voters compare him to other quarterbacks who are their entire offense. If Ohio State Buckeyes keeps blowing teams out, Sayin may never get that classic “Heisman moment” — but Jeremiah Smith can. George lays out why Smith, along with stars like Carnell Tate, Arvell Reese, and Caleb Downs, are actually carrying the Buckeyes’ dominance and why the smart move for fans is to back the elite playmaker who changes everything every time he touches the ball. Subscribe to the Unafraid Show for more honest Ohio State talk, Heisman debates, and national college football analysis from former NFL and Oregon Ducks tight end George Wrighster. Chapters: 00:00 – Heisman voter calls out Ohio State fans 00:10 – Why Jeremiah Smith over Julian Sayin for Heisman 00:23 – Sayin is only the fifth-best player on this Buckeyes roster 00:37 – UCLA game proves how much OSU misses its star receivers 00:52 – “Embarrassment of riches” and why Sayin lacks a Heisman moment 01:02 – Final verdict: Put your Heisman energy behind Jeremiah Smith #ohiostatefootball #Heisman #CollegeFootball #BigTen #JeremiahSmith #JulianSayin #CFB #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster #heismantrophy #bigtenfootball #cfb #cfp In this segment, we discuss the ongoing "heisman race" and why Ohio State fans should rally behind Jeremiah Smith over Julian Sayin. Despite Sayin's impressive stats, we argue he's not the top talent on the team, making a strong case for others. This deep dive into "ohio state football" and its "college football heisman" contenders offers a fresh perspective on the team's dynamics. We analyze the "ncaaf" landscape, emphasizing that while Sayin is a future NFL player, other athletes on the roster are more deserving of the spotlight.
Why Jeremiah Smith is the REAL Heisman Contender from Ohio State
SEC teams like Alabama football, Georgia bulldogs, Ole Miss football, Tennessee Vols, Auburn football, are loading their Week 13 schedule with cupcakes while other college football programs are battling for CFB playoff spots in high-stakes matchups. George Wrighster rips the SEC’s November strategy — from Georgia vs. 1-9 Charlotte to Ole Miss vs. The Citadel — and why this kind of scheduling doesn't prepare teams for the College Football Playoff CFP. Texas A&M football , Auburn, Tennessee, Kentucky — none are off the hook. And George isn’t holding back on how this soft CFB scheduling masks records, inflates rankings, and dodges the real smoke from within the conference. SEC fans, can we be real? That “it just means more” motto starts feeling shaky when November rolls around. With the SEC moving to a 9-game conference schedule next year, this cozy cupcake tradition is about to die — and it’s going to hurt some feelings. 📺 Subscribe to the Unafraid Show for real college football talk, weekly takes, and insight from former NFL and college star George Wrighster. 💬 Drop your take in the comments: Should the SEC be forced to play real games in November? 00:00 - SEC Cupcake Week Is Here Again 00:12 - Texas A&M, Georgia, and Bama Get Free Wins 00:32 - Auburn’s “Tough” Matchup vs. Mercer? 00:48 - Tennessee, Kentucky, Ole Miss Cupcake Games 01:03 - SEC Going to 9-Game Conference Schedule Soon 01:14 - Records Will Look Very Different Next Year #SECFootball #GeorgiaFootball #AlabamaFootball #OleMissFootball #texasamfootball #kentuckyfootball #CollegeFootball #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster #CollegeFootballPlayoff #CFB #CFBPlayoff #CupcakeWeek
Alabama, Georgia, Ole Miss… Why Are These Your Opponents?
Texas Football, College Football Playoff, and Arch Manning — this is where it all converges. George Wrighster breaks down the real question Texas Longhorn fans need to answer: Would you accept a 9-3 season if it meant knocking Texas A&M out of the College Football Playoff? With playoff hopes still alive and Arch Manning waiting in the wings, Texas fans are caught between expectation and reality. Steve Sarkisian already told you — don’t expect perfection. George brings the truth with a brutal take: maybe 9-3 is more than good enough if you get to ruin your rival’s season along the way. Chapters: 00:00 - Would Texas football Fans Accept 9-3? 00:10 - How Texas Longhorns Could Hurt Texas A&M 00:22 - Can Texas Still Make the College Football Playoff? 00:34 - Sark’s Message: Don’t Expect Undefeated Seasons 00:41 - Would a CFP Berth Be Enough? Would Texas fans be content with a 9-3 season if it meant damaging TAMU's playoff hopes? This video dives into the intense rivalry between the texas longhorns football and TAMU, exploring how a 9-3 season could still be a win for texas longhorns if it impacts their rival's College Football Playoff aspirations. We examine the playoff implications and the significance for both teams in the 2025 ncaa football landscape, especially under steve sarkisian's leadership, and how this scenario could play out in the sec football context. See how these college football highlights could shape the future.
This ONE Win Could Save Texas’ Entire Season
USC football vs Oregon Ducks football at Autzen a big ten matchup. George Wrighster explains why the USC Trojans vs Oregon football matchup is bigger than hype—it's an identity test with real College Football Playoff stakes in the Big Ten race. We stack Lincoln Riley’s explosive USC Trojans offense (Jayden Maiava, Makai Lemon, Jacoby Lane) against Dan Lanning’s Oregon Ducks Football blueprint—physical fronts, elite pass defense, and a balanced attack led by Dante Moore and a deep RB room (Noah Whittington, Dierre Hill Jr., Jordan Davidson). You’ll hear exactly where USC football can stress Oregon football. #uscfootball #oregonfootball #bigten #usctrojans #oregonducks #cfb #cfp #ohiostatefootball #michiganfootball #CFBPlayoff #APTop25 #LincolnRiley #DanLanning #DanteMoore #JaydenMaiava #AutzenStadium #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster For USC's offense, the key is to finish drives and avoid settling for field goals, while the defense must stop the run and prevent explosive plays. This detailed football analysis breaks down the strategies for both the usc trojans football and oregon ducks football teams, highlighting how lincoln riley and dan lanning will approach this critical big ten matchup. We also touch on sports betting odds and crucial plays that could decide the outcome.
Will USC Shock the Ducks in Eugene?
The newest College Football Playoff rankings just dropped. Where do Ohio State football and Oregon football stack up, if Georgia Bulldogs or Alabama football still own the SEC pecking order, whether Michigan Wolverines looks playoff-ready, and how Indiana hoosiers football, Texas Longhorns, Oklahoma football, Texas tech football, Utah Utes, USC football, Miami hurricanes football, and Notre Dame football are positioned for a Top-12 berth. We’ll break down the CFP Top 25 through the lenses that matter in November—who can actually win the trophy, and who’s just living off a logo. George Wrighster gives his takes on the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12 picture. Making the CFB Playoff can calm fan bases down of Ole Miss football after Lane Kiffin's potential departure to LSU or Florida gators football. Chapters: 00:00:10 — CFP rankings reaction kickoff 00:02:06 — Bottom of Top-25 shifts (ASU, Tulane, Illinois back in) 00:03:05 — Texas Tech path & why A&M’s schedule is being overrated 00:03:58 — Bye-week seeds and who really wants a Top-4 bye 00:06:48 — Alabama vs Oklahoma: head-to-head order and SEC context 00:07:56 — Notre Dame vs Miami debate: trends vs H2H 00:13:52 — USC vs Oregon preview & stakes for both programs 00:17:48 — Playoff bracket talk: Texas Tech vs Georgia upset scenario 00:19:52 — Hypothetical: Alabama traveling to Eugene (home-field nightmare) 00:22:20 — Oklahoma vs Alabama pick logic (styles make fights) 00:26:19 — Week slate opens: USC-Oregon & Rutgers-Ohio State quick hits 00:27:17 — Missouri vs Oklahoma snapshot 00:27:17 — Notre Dame vs Syracuse snapshot 00:27:17 — Kentucky vs Vanderbilt upset watch; Arkansas vs Texas warning 00:28:16 — Week 14 lookahead: Egg Bowl, Oregon-Washington, A&M-Texas, UCLA-USC #CFP #CFPRankings #OhioStatefootball #OregonDucks #uscfootball #AlabamaFootball #OklahomaSooners #TexasLonghorns #CollegeFootball #GeorgiaFootball #Week13 #APTop25 #SEC #BigTen #ACC #Big12 #NotreDameFootball #WisconsinFootball #IndianaFootball #TexasAMFootball #OleMiss #FloridaGators #byu #MiamiHurricanes #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster #Live #oregonfootball #reaction #collegefootballreaction
The TOP 4 CFP Ranking Surprises You Need to Know
USC vs Oregon at Autzen. In this film-driven breakdown, George Wrighster explains why the USC Trojans vs Oregon football matchup is bigger than hype—it's an identity test with real College Football Playoff stakes in the Big Ten race. We stack Lincoln Riley’s explosive USC Trojans offense (Jayden “Jaden” Maiava, Makai Lemon, Jacoby Lane) against Dan Lanning’s Oregon Ducks Football blueprint—physical fronts, elite pass defense, and a balanced attack led by Dante Moore and a deep RB room (Noah Whittington, Dierre Hill Jr., Jordan Davidson). You’ll hear exactly where USC football can stress Oregon football (tempo, screens, tricks) and how the Ducks counter (coverage leverage, red-zone answers, keep Maiava moving left, not right). We zoom out to the last decade of West Coast recruiting and why this game decides more than bragging rights—future portal choices, high-school battles in SoCal, even how the committee views Autzen-tested wins. George details Oregon’s top-tier scoring defense and No. 1-caliber pass defense profile, plus how 13-personnel with NFL-level tight ends (Kenyon Sadiq, Jamarr Johnson) changes matchups if Oregon’s WR room is injured. On the other side, USC Trojans path is simple but brutal: finish drives, don’t settle for FGs, and stop Oregon football run game before play-action detonates. Trenches matter most—can USC’s improved OL hold up, and will Oregon’s front (Mateo U., Tuioti, Bear Alexander) turn third-and-longs into takeaways? Finally, George drops a straight pick: think Notre Dame–USC vibes—a one-score to 10-point win if Oregon controls rushing efficiency and limits explosives. Tell us your score and first big play in the comments—receipts welcome. Chapters: 00:00 —USC vs Oregon is bigger than a title game 00:42 — Lincoln Riley vs Dan Lanning timelines 03:58 — Oregon Ducks physical edge & USC Trojans 05:33 — Jayden Maiava vs Dante Moore 07:02 — Maiava tendencies (keep-right vs keep-left) 08:40 — Should either QB leave early for the NFL? 09:32 — USC football offense profile: explosives, tricks, 3rd-down rate 12:02 — Oregon football defense profile: scoring D, elite pass D 16:18 — Oregon football offense vs USC defense 19:38 — Oregon OL vs USC football front seven 22:17 — X-factors for both sides 23:04 — Final prediction & CFP implications The Unafraid Show is about US! Make sure to follow the Unafraid Show on all Social channels: - Follow Unafraid Show on Twitter for more exclusive content: https://twitter.com/UnafraidShow - Subscribe to The Unafraid Show on YouTube for weekly episodes! - Join our Facebook community: https://facebook.com/UnafraidShow - Get a closer look on Instagram: https://instagram.com/unafraidshow #oregonducks #uscfootball #bigten #collegefootball #oregonfootball #usctrojans #cfb #cfp #bigtenfootball #georgewrighster #ohiostatefootball #michiganfootball #CFBPlayoff #APTop25 #LincolnRiley #DanLanning #DanteMoore #JaydenMaiava #AutzenStadium #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster Lunareh_Good_Times_instrumental_full_3_52 - KSANWRXZSIVF2MAL Ghost_Beatz_Crown_Keeper_instrumental_3_38 - 8JTWLM1UQIOVECPV Lunareh_Adrenaline_Rush_background_vocals_3_33 - RNB1RGDSEFEYJE6J Ghost_Beatz_Pyromaniac_background_vocals_3_36 - E64AYUIPXZXBLRTM Ghost_Beatz_All_Out_instrumental_3_26 - RTJSPM2FMVTPXRNY Ghost_Beatz_Philadelphia_Bounce_background_vocals_2_48 - CRRYSOAHHE8BBO4R Lunareh_Hustle_Culture_background_vocals_3_09 - JDUDELXJIWV01JIX Ghost_Beatz_Barracuda_background_vocals_3_29 - BYESUNCVEMGWBDCT Ghost_Beatz_Open_Skies_background_vocals_2_02 - R0OYGPYL2CWW1ISM Fair Use Disclaimer (NCAA Content): This video contains footage from NCAA football games used under the Fair Use doctrine (Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act). The clips are included strictly for the purposes of commentary, analysis, and education. We do not claim any ownership of the game footage. All rights to the original broadcasts and highlights belong to the NCAA and their respective media rights holders (e.g., ESPN, FOX, CBS, Big Ten Network, etc.). All footage is presented without original audio and includes transformative commentary, which is the primary focus of this content. This podcast is intended to inform, educate, and foster deeper understanding of the game.
USC vs Oregon: Big Ten Showdown Is Bigger Than You Think!
Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has been flirting with other SEC teams and the threat to leave to be the college football coach of LSU football for Florida Gators football is very real. Ole Miss football fans are very upset and want answers after his family was seen in Baton Rouge. #olemiss #lanekiffin #lsufootball #floridagators #olemissfootball #secfootball #sec #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #secfootball
Ole Miss Is DONE with Lane Kiffin? LSU/Florida Rumors Boil Over
Reaction to college football games Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Sooners, Iowa vs USC Trojans, and Texas A&M vs South Carolina. Kalen Deboer and the Alabama football upset by Oklahoma football and Brent Venables, Lincoln Riley and his USC football, Mike Elko and Texas A&M football headline a loaded Week 12 college football slate with real College Football Playoff and AP Top 25 stakes. I’m going live right after the final whistles to give you blunt, receipts-ready reactions: Did Alabama football handle the moment vs Oklahoma football or did the Sooners flip the script? Did USC football protect the Coliseum against Iowa Hawkeyes football’s physical Big Ten style? And is Texas A&M football quietly building a CFP top-12 résumé after South Carolina football? We’ll stack these results against the latest CFP rankings and talk who’s truly built for November in the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12. Then we rip through the rest of the board: Texas vs Georgia (texas longhorns, georgia bulldogs football), (Sark vs Kirby and what it means for seeding), Notre Dame football vs Pittsburgh (Irish credibility check), Wisconsin vs Indiana (road toughness vs rising Hoosiers), Florida Gators football vs Ole Miss (Lagway vs Lane Kiffin heat), Michigan football vs Northwestern (trap or tune-up), Virginia vs Duke (quiet ACC chaos), Minnesota vs Oregon (Autzen test for P.J. Fleck vs Oregon Ducks football), Utah vs Baylor (Whittingham’s road edge), NC State vs Miami (Hurricanes’ ACC reality), plus scoreboard whips on Texas Tech football and Ohio State football. We’ll call out QB play, line-of-scrimmage truth, and which wins actually move the CFP needle—no brand fluff. Drop your scores and Top 12 in chat; we’re keeping receipts on every prediction. Chapters: 00:00:00 — Week 12 Upsets & Setup 00:01:18 — CFP Picture After Early Results 00:02:27 — Texas A&M vs South Carolina (collapse/comeback) 00:10:04 — Top-10 Shuffle Outlook (CFP implications) 00:10:57 — Iowa vs USC (why USC won, Iowa’s approach) 00:16:01 — Oklahoma vs Alabama (why OU beat Bama) 00:20:38 — Texas vs Georgia (physical mismatch) 00:26:12 — Ohio State vs UCLA (no-doubt win) 00:27:04 — Texas Tech vs UCF (defense statement) 00:32:16 — Georgia Tech vs Boston College (GT’s thin margin) 00:34:47 — Michigan vs Northwestern (turnovers at Wrigley) 00:37:34 — Utah vs Baylor (run-game eruption) 00:39:50 — Virginia vs Duke (ACC surge) 00:42:37 — Clemson vs Louisville (culture win shoutout) 00:44:24 — Notre Dame vs Pittsburgh (ND surge & Narduzzi rant) 00:50:06 — Minnesota vs Oregon (Autzen dominance) 00:54:07 — Indiana vs Wisconsin (elite Hoosier D) 01:03:17 — BYU vs TCU (late game check-in) 01:04:13 — Florida State vs Virginia Tech (quick hit) 01:05:07 — Iowa vs USC (brief revisit & injuries) #AlabamaFootball #OklahomaSooners #USCfootball #IowaHawkeyes #TexasAMFootball #SouthCarolina #CollegeFootball #CFB #CFPRankings #APTop25 #Week12 #secfootball #BigTen #ACC #big12 #lincolnriley #TexasLonghorns #Georgiabulldogs #OregonDucks #MinnesotaFootball #NotreDameFootball #PittFootball #WisconsinFootball #IndianaFootball #FloridaGators #OleMiss #NCState #MiamiHurricanes #OhioState #TexasTech #UnafraidShow #GeorgeWrighster #Live #CFBreaction
CFB REACTION: Alabama vs Oklahoma + Iowa vs USC + Texas vs Georgia: Who’s Real?
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