See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack

Episode: CFB Week 7 PICKS: Indiana-Oregon, Alabama-Missouri, Oklahoma-Texas and MORE

Date: October 10, 2025
Host: David Pollack
Guest/Co-host: Brent Rollins

Episode Overview

In this lively Week 7 episode, David Pollack and Brent Rollins break down the biggest college football games on the upcoming slate, dissecting major matchups, analyzing key players, and making their picks. From heavyweight clashes like Indiana-Oregon and Alabama-Missouri, to the Red River Rivalry and playoff-impact games in the Big Ten and SEC, the duo gives deep, X’s and O’s insight, candid takes, and plenty of banter, all in signature “See Ball Get Ball” style.

Key Discussion Points & Game Analyses

1. Game of the Week: Indiana at Oregon

Top-10 matchup, draft buzz, and strength-on-strength shootout

• Setting the stage:
  • "You got the Hoosiers and the Fighting Signettis heading to the Ducks... for a lot of those draft nicks out there, QB1 and QB2 in the draft in this game, which is crazy." (02:09)
  • Both teams are top 10 in total yards and points per game; explosive offenses.
  • Indiana starts 5-0 in back-to-back years for the first time ever.
• Quarterback spotlight:
  • Mendoza (Oregon) and Dante Moore (Indiana) both praised for toughness and playmaking:
  • "They've both shown a bunch of toughness... make plays, very productive." (02:37)
• Matchup breakdown:
  • Oregon’s young corners face their first real test against Indiana’s vertical pass attack.
  • Indiana gets WR D’Angelo Ponds back, will face off with Oregon’s DeCorian Moore.
  • "This will tell us a lot about Oregon secondary that's extremely young, that's going to get tested this week." (04:08)
• X-factor & Pick:
  • Home-field advantage and defensive strength tip the scales.
  • "When you go on the road across the country, I think the home team's defense is gonna be better... I’m going with the home team. I’m going with Oregon." (05:43)
  • Both hosts select Oregon.

2. Alabama at Missouri

Alabama's resurgent defense faces a surging Missouri; upset alert?

• Alabama improvement:
  • "If you're an Alabama fan, you got to be like, man, Vandy was averaging almost 50 points a game. You hold them to 14." (07:42)
  • Caleb DeBoer is 17-3 vs ranked teams; Simpson (QB) elevating his play.
• Key question:
  • Can Alabama stop Missouri’s Ahmad Hardy (RB)?
  • Alabama has struggled with explosive run plays.
• Mizzou's edge threats:
  • Missouri brings real pass rush—Damon Wilson (ex-UGA), Zion Young.
  • "They're going to get after Simpson." (09:58)
• Missouri’s offense versus Bama’s D:
  • "Ahmad Hardy... best back in the country I've seen this season. A TD rush in all five games." (11:00)
  • Bo Peel (QB) may need to run more than ever.
• Picks:
  • Brent (Pollack): "I got the Tigers... pull the upset against Alabama." (12:44)
  • Co-host: "I wanted to pick Missouri, but I just couldn't do it. I went Alabama 30-24." (15:16)

3. Red River Rivalry: Oklahoma vs. Texas

Defense, QBs, and how the Horns might finally break through

• Series narrative:
  • “Oklahoma has won five of the last six and 17 of the last 25.” (15:54)
  • Both teams showing flaws: Texas’ O-line/pressure issues, Oklahoma’s O-line inconsistent.
• Oklahoma’s defensive resurgence:
  • "They have been all over the place, sacking quarterbacks left and right, making play after play after play." (17:04)
• Can Texas respond?
  • "I don't really have a pitch... It's been a struggle bus for the Horns." (17:40)
  • Texas can’t run effectively, pass protection weak, Ewers struggled last year.
• Key insight on pressure:
  • “Their [Oklahoma’s] fifth in blitz percentage... Arch [Texas] has been pressured on over 50% of his dropbacks.” (21:23)
• Luck & Regression:
  • "They (OU) have eight fumble recoveries already. That's also luck... those things don't typically continue." (22:07)
• Picks:
  • Both pick Oklahoma in a close, possibly ugly game.
  • Co-host: "Oklahoma 20, Texas 17." (22:07)

4. Ohio State at Illinois

Should Illinois stand a chance against the #1 team?

• History & context:
  • First meeting since 2017; odd scheduling quirk (23:33).
• Illinois strengths:
  • "Altmeyer does a really good job of getting the football out. He makes quick decisions." (26:32)
  • Hank Beatty, versatile playmaker.
• Ohio State’s edge:
  • "This ain't USC's defense. There are levels to this. I think this is going to be a rough outing for Illinois." (25:49)
  • Ohio State run D is suffocating; expecting a lopsided outcome.
• Picks:
  • Both pick Ohio State in a rout.
  • Co-host: "I got 34-13... that's wishful thinking, I think." (27:12)

5. Georgia at Auburn

Auburn coming off a bye, Georgia’s slow starts, matchup fears

• Why it’s tricky for Georgia:
  • "Auburn's run defense is really good... they're very physical up front." (29:00)
  • Auburn at home, “orange out”—high-energy environment.
  • Georgia’s pass rush has lagged; Auburn has protected poorly, but home field helps.
• Key factors:
  • Both teams have receiving weapons; secondaries could be vulnerable.
  • Can Georgia make big pass plays? Auburn has limited big runs all year.
  • "This is a pick'em football game." (30:00)
• Georgia's edge:
  • Gunner Stockton (Georgia) showed poise on the road; Chauncey Bowens (RB) emerging.
  • "Georgia hasn't led against a power four team since October 16th last year... it's got to go away." (31:54)
  • Auburn coach Hugh Freeze is 2-8 in games decided by 7 or fewer points.
• Picks:
  • Both pick Georgia, hesitantly.
  • Co-host: "Georgia 24, Auburn 20, because of the trust factor with the QB and the coach." (36:45)

6. Michigan at USC

Playoff stakes, battle in the trenches, and who can protect the QB?

• USC favored, but Michigan’s toughness lauded:
  • "USC is a two and a half point favorite... not buying USC's defense." (38:21)
  • Michigan can attack USC’s vulnerable run D, spread them out.
• Playmakers:
  • "If you haven't seen Waymond Jordan at running back, I love that cat... he's got Le'Veon Bell vibes." (40:22)
  • Michigan mixes run-pass, Underwood mobile at QB.
• Picks:
  • Brent: "Somehow I think this has got Michigan written all over it. I think Michigan's going to win." (41:38)
  • Co-host: "I'm going offense in this game and I'm going the home team. I'm going USC 30, MI 27." (42:15)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On cross-country home field advantage:
  "When you go on the road across the country, I think the home team's defense is going to be better... I love the home team." —David Pollack (05:43)
• On defensive play variance:
  "Eight fumble recoveries already. That's also luck...Remember it's an odd-shaped football, okay. It bounces in weird ways. Typically those don’t continue, they regress to the mean." —Brent Rollins (22:07)
• On Auburn-Georgia fear factor:
  "If you look at the record and you just think Auburn's not ranked and they're not very good. Like I would caution you in this football game..." —David Pollack (29:00)
• Playful banter over movie references:
  "Quack, quack, quack, Mr. Duckworth. If you don't know that movie reference, what are you doing?" —Brent Rollins (07:07)
• On game atmospheres:
  "Auburn at home at night is a different animal as well." —Brent Rollins (29:00)

Other Notable Games & Picks (Rapid Fire / "Chips & Dip" Segment)

Timecodes approximate due to ad breaks/cuts

Florida at Texas A&M

• A&M defense is surging; Florida finally has an obvious #1 WR in Dallas Wilson.
• Aggies at home, both hosts pick A&M. (46:13–48:20)

Arizona State at Utah

• Arizona State's recent turnover luck about to run out.
• "I just haven't seen Arizona State be Arizona State from a year ago...I'll go with the Utes as well." —Brent Rollins (49:45)

South Carolina at LSU

• LSU’s offense questioned, but too much firepower and defense, especially at home at night. Both hosts take LSU. (50:36)

Arkansas at Tennessee

• Major defensive staff changes for Arkansas unlikely to help vs Tennessee’s tempo offense.
• Both pick Tennessee, citing continued quiet dominance in the SEC. (51:47)

Notre Dame vs NC State

• Notre Dame’s defense “coming along”; Wolfpack can’t keep up.
• Both think Irish cruise but keep an eye on improving Irish D. (53:16-54:25)

Texas Tech at Kansas, Arizona at BYU, USF at North Texas

• “Watch for Kansas’s offense to challenge Texas Tech’s D.”
• “Arizona upsets BYU—Bachmeier [QB] is rolling.”
• “North Texas true frosh QB Drew Mestemaker is a must-watch story.” (54:25–55:27)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Indiana @ Oregon: 02:09–07:17
• Alabama @ Missouri: 07:17–15:18
• Oklahoma vs Texas: 15:18–22:42
• Ohio State @ Illinois: 23:09–28:03
• Georgia @ Auburn: 28:03–36:43
• Michigan @ USC: 37:54–42:57
• Chips & Dip / Other Picks: 43:03–55:27

Closing Thoughts

David and Brent emphasize that every game counts more now, with playoff stakes intensifying. The episode reflects their deep football acumen, willingness to challenge prevailing narratives, and a spirit of fun—perfect for fans looking for both smart analysis and good-natured jabs.

David’s Final Word:
“The fun thing about this is as the games continue and as we continue to get closer to all this, they all matter. So the cheering should be continue to be loud. The cheering should be follow those teams that are above you. Cheer against them like heck so they can go behind you. Like that's how you cheer now.” (55:45)

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