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Episode Summary: CFB Week 14 PREVIEWS and PICKS – Ohio State-Michigan, Texas A&M-Texas, and More

Release Date: November 26, 2025
Host: David Pollack
Guest/Analyst: Brent Musburger and Dan Orlovsky

Overview

In this passionate, in-depth episode, David Pollack and his co-hosts break down the biggest matchups for college football's Week 14. Centered around honest, X’s and O’s discussion, the emphasis is on the Ohio State vs. Michigan rivalry ("The Game"), Texas A&M vs. Texas, playoff implications, and a full slate of rivalry and ranked games. Both host and analysts dig into matchups, injuries, weather, and coaching storylines with signature candor, bold predictions, and banter.

Key Segments & Detailed Discussion Points

1. Ohio State vs. Michigan – "The Game" (02:40 – 11:53)

• Playoff Stakes/Intensity:
  "The nugget platter game of the week is Ohio State-Michigan. I think it has the most implications for the playoff, for everything just sort of moving and for the fan bases at least as it relates to this." – Dan Orlovsky (02:41)
  The winner likely locks up a playoff spot; the loser faces elimination and a long offseason.

• Historical Physicality and Weather:

  • 23 straight contests; team rushing for more yards wins.
  • Forecast: High of 31°F, cloudy, a little snow. "That's one of the most lopsided, asinine, truth-telling stats you will ever see" – David Pollack (03:16)
  • The hosts stress: weather heightens importance of the run game and physicality.

• Key Personnel & Injuries:

  • Bo Jackson ("the other one"), Ohio State’s freshman running back, described as a “rock pounder.”
  • Michigan’s Justice Haynes out, Jordan Marshall back, massive question marks on TE Bredesen ("To me, that's crippling." – Pollack 06:10).

• Defensive Breakdown:
  "The one-two punch at linebacker for Ohio State might be the best in the country… down’s is the ultimate chess piece" (06:33).
  Michigan’s run defense faces a serious test.

• QB Play & Coaching Philosophy:

  • Julian Sain (Ohio State): "One of the best in the country" replacing blitz, good under pressure – needs to manage the cold and be physical.
  • Michigan’s Bryce Underwood expected to double designed run attempts. Both teams likely to emphasize toughness and stamina.

• Picks and Predictions:

  • Pollack: Ohio State wins, outrushes Michigan. Predicts a low-scoring, "back and forth game," e.g., 23–21 or 24–17.
  • Orlovsky: Ohio State 31, Michigan 13. Expects Buckeyes to "exercise the demons" decisively.

Notable Quotes:

• "Who handles hard better? There's a reason Michigan's handled hard better. They've been the tougher team." – Pollack (07:45)
• "Ohio State has a chance…to get back in the winning circle. And it starts with Bo Jackson. Not that Bo Jackson, the other Bo Jackson." – Pollack (04:25)

2. Friday & Saturday Rivalry Rundown – Picks and Previews (13:00 – 62:24)

Ole Miss at Mississippi State – Egg Bowl (14:01 – 17:41)

• Lane Kiffin Distraction Factor:
  Kiffin’s off-field noise is normalized – “He loves attention." (17:41).
• Key Matchup:
  State’s OL struggles; can they protect Shapen? Ole Miss RB Keon Lacy called one of the nation's best.
• Result:
  Both pick Ole Miss (Pollack: 38-31), question if Lane stays at Ole Miss or jumps to LSU.

Utah at Kansas (19:42 – 22:46)

• Jayhawks’ Bowl Life:
  Final game for Jalen Daniels; KU must win to be bowl eligible.
  "He could have gone somewhere else but chose to stay at Kansas." (19:50)
• Style Clash:
  Utah’s 6th OL schemes, relentless run game vs. KU’s off-script playmaking.
• Picks:
  Pollack – Kansas in a barn burner (41-38); Orlovsky – Utah (38-35), high scoring expected.

Georgia at Georgia Tech – Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate (22:59 – 30:13)

• Quarterback Focus:
  Haynes King’s rushing prowess against Gunner Stockton; GT offense dangerous but defense suspect.
• Host Analysis:
  Georgia has dramatically improved at run stopping; don’t see Tech within two scores.
• Pick:
  Both have Georgia comfortably.
  "Georgia's run defense has been so good, like, so good all year long. Impressively good." – Pollack (24:07)

Texas A&M at Texas (30:21 – 34:58)

• Strength of Schedule Controversy:
  Texas A&M identified as having lowest SOS among top 16.
• QB Play:
  Texas QB Arch needs to be exceptional to offset weaknesses.
• Picks:
  Pollack: Texas in a field goal game ("pull the trigger!…Texas gets the ball out quick"), keeping playoff hopes alive.
  Orlovsky: A&M by three, noting Texas' QB struggles in high-stakes games.

Arizona at Arizona State (36:29 – 38:40)

• QB Battle:
  Fafita (Arizona) lauded for efficiency, experience; Sims (ASU) more run-heavy.
• Verdict:
  Both pick Arizona, expect close rivalry showdown (Pollack: "cats get it done"; Orlovsky: Arizona by 3).

Miami at Pitt (38:58 – 44:53)

• Cold Weather Factor:
  "Watch the Dolphins. Every year when they go up north, they suck." – Pollack (40:03)
• Malachi Tony X-factor:
  Emphasized by both as gamebreaker.
• Playoff Calculus:
  Miami must dominate to have a playoff case.
  Both select Miami in a close one.

Vanderbilt at Tennessee (44:57 – 47:57)

• Pavia’s Growth:
  Commended as a sturdy, quick QB. Tennessee defense discussed as vulnerable, especially in the secondary.
• Pick:
  Both ultimately side with Tennessee in a shootout. (Pollack: 41-38; Orlovsky: 38-35; “My heart wanted to pick Vandy, my head went home team.”)

Oregon at Washington (48:11 – 51:27)

• Injury Uncertainty:
  Oregon’s beat-up roster, especially on OL, noted as X-factor and hard to get updates.
• Oregon’s Advantage:
  Hosts see Oregon as more physical and better in trenches, but Orlovsky deviates:
  Pick: Pollack: Oregon; Orlovsky: Washington by 3 for “sheer chaos.”

LSU at Oklahoma (52:03 – 54:05)

• Both view LSU's offense as "broken," and have no confidence in their ability to score enough.
• Both pick Oklahoma, praise their increasingly complete defense.

Alabama at Auburn – Iron Bowl (54:06 – 58:15)

• Potential for Upset:
  Pollack: “Absolutely think Auburn can win. Zero pressure at home.”
  • Discusses Alabama’s inconsistent run game; suggests QB uncertainty with potential for Jackson Arnold to play.
• Picks:
  Pollack: Sticks with Alabama – “Too much Ty Simpson, too many explosive plays.”
  Orlovsky: Upset! “I'm going more Eagle in this game. I just, I think it's gonna get crazy... the regular season ends in insanity.” (57:25)

Nugget Platter: North Oconee Titans vs. Marist (59:18 – 60:47)

• Preview of local high school playoff quarterfinal – a callback to Pollack’s coaching ties.
• "It's tough to knock out the Titans, man. Physical, fast, relentless. Love of teammate. We've got it all going on, baby." – Pollack (60:47)

Quick Hits/Lightning Picks (60:47 – end)

• ND/Stanford, UCF/BYU, Texas Tech/W. Indy, Purdue: No upsets expected, “no craziness” from Pollack.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On “The Game” and What Matters Most:
  "We can talk about all the stats, man. Who's going to be more physical?" – Pollack (04:50)

• On The Lane Kiffin Experience:
  "The most lame thing in the history of the world would be staying. … He loves attention." – Pollack (17:41)

• On Haynes King:
  "That's why Cam Newton's the greatest college football player I've ever seen. … Those hits for normal humans…they add up and they matter." – Pollack (27:27)

• On Miami’s Playoff Case:
  "One team has Malachi Tony, one doesn't." – Pollack (40:03)

• On Iron Bowl Atmosphere:
  "That stadium will be rocking. The fans will be unbelievable…If Brent’s reaction comes true, those trees will be rolled and it will be beautiful." – Pollack (58:15)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Ohio State-Michigan Full Preview: 02:40 – 11:53
• Egg Bowl (Ole Miss–Miss State): 14:01 – 17:41
• Utah-Kansas: 19:42 – 22:46
• Georgia-Georgia Tech: 22:59 – 30:13
• Texas A&M–Texas: 30:21 – 34:58
• Arizona–Arizona State: 36:29 – 38:40
• Miami–Pitt: 38:58 – 44:53
• Vandy–Tennessee: 44:57 – 47:57
• Oregon–Washington: 48:11 – 51:27
• LSU–Oklahoma: 52:03 – 54:05
• Alabama–Auburn (Iron Bowl): 54:06 – 58:15
• North Oconee Titans–Marist (HS preview): 59:18 – 60:47

Summary: Tone & Takeaways

• Language & Energy:
  Natural, excited, and candid. The hosts embrace rivalry trash talk, emotional stakes, and the beauty of college football’s unpredictability.

• Expertise:
  Detailed matchups, personnel breakdowns, and insights drawn from both film work and years “in the arena.”

• Final Take:
  Week 14 is rife with potential chaos, upsets, and playoff clarity. The hosts expect insanity, not a “chalk” week, and wrap with thanks for the spectacle of college football.

Pollack’s micro-summary:
"It feels like we are in for insanity." (61:02)

For Fans Who Missed the Episode:
This hour-long preview gives you all the must-know storylines, key injuries, weather tips, and the bold takes from former players and insiders. The hosts don’t just make picks; they pull back the curtain on why, mixing football-smarts with the wild unpredictability only college rivalry week can deliver.