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Episode: Dusty Dvoracek & David Pollack Preview WEEK 9 in CFB

Date: October 23, 2025
Host: David Pollack
Guest: Dusty Dvoracek (ESPN/ABC Analyst, Former Oklahoma DL)
Additional Contributors: Brent (PFF Analyst), Wesley (co-host/contributor)

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into Week 9 of the college football season, with former Oklahoma Sooner Dusty Dvoracek joining David Pollack for an in-depth preview. The conversation ranges from the coaching carousel and redemption arcs, to wide receiver tandems changing the game, to the upcoming slate of critical matchups across the top conferences—including a heavy focus on Georgia Tech, Oklahoma, and the intrigue of the ACC. The chemistry between the hosts keeps the tone passionate and packed with personal anecdotes and sharp takes.

Key Topics & Insights

1. Coaching Carousel & Redemption Stories

Timestamps: 02:19 – 09:48

• Jimbo Fisher’s Buyout and Future

  • David discusses Jimbo Fisher’s emotional return to Florida State and his attempt to re-enter the coaching ranks.
  • Emphasizes buyouts as signals of deeper cultural issues at programs like Texas A&M.
  • Quote (David): “If you’re giving somebody $70 million to go away, it’s because it’s not going to get fixed and you’ve got a real problem.” (03:22)
  • Unsure big programs will risk another go with Fisher in the new era, but “could get a Power Four job that wants a coach that's offensive, that was innovative and take another chance on him.” (04:50)

• Ed Orgeron & the Appeal of ‘Name’ Coaches

  • Unique character, big recruiter, championship pedigree—could bring excitement, but likely needs to prove himself at a smaller program first.

• Dan Mullen’s Quality & Potential

  • “Dan knows how to coach, especially offensively. The dude just—he’ll make it happen.” (05:59)
  • Mullen’s current success at UNLV puts him back in the coaching conversation.

2. Elite Wide Receiver Duos: Game-Changers for Elite Teams

Timestamps: 09:48 – 14:20

• Original Stat Insight (Brent, PFF):

  • Only Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M have two WRs in the top 20 in PFF grades—these tandems have nearly 1,200 yards and double-digit TDs each.
  • Quote (David): “That’s the three best one-two punches at wide receiver in the country...as a defense, I can scheme one guy and stop him—when you got two, man, you’re a pain in my arse.” (08:33)

• Team-by-Team Standouts:

  • Ohio State: Carnell Tate (#2 PFF), Jeremiah Smith (#9), “almost 1,200 yards receiving, 13 touchdowns between the two.” (10:25)
  • A&M: Speedy transfer duo, elite YAC, most dangerous after the catch.
    • Brent: “Number one in the country in yak per reception when they catch the ball, man, it’s a different level of skedaddle.” (12:21)
  • Indiana: Cooper & Surratt, both top 4 in PFF grade, offense’s X-factor.

• Takeaway: Wide receiver investment may rise in college ball, echoing NFL’s star system.

3. Big 12 Update: The BYU Field-Storming Story

Timestamps: 17:19 – 19:46

• Wesley Recaps:
  • BYU storms field after Holy War win, a notorious $50k fine avoided after Crumbl Cookies’ CEO offers to pay—Big 12 waives fine mysteriously.
• Community Impact:
  • CEO pledges lunch debt relief for local schools instead.
  • Quote (Wesley): “So the kids are winning, too.” (18:45)

4. Podium Kings: Best Coach Quotes of the Week

Timestamps: 19:47 – 24:09

• Brent Venables (Oklahoma Coach) on Trinidad Chambliss:
  • “He’s rushed for 323 yards...just enough to kind of piss you off.” (20:19)
• Mike Elko (A&M) Handling Job Rumors:
  • “It is a waste of brain space to spend any time talking or thinking about any of that stupidity.” (21:44)
• Fran Brown (Georgia Tech) on Coaching Toughness:
  • “This is when you find out who’s a real football coach and who isn’t.” (22:47)

5. Dusty’s Room: Personal & Oklahoma Reflections

Timestamps: 23:34 – 26:09

• Dusty shares stories about staying connected with old Sooner teammates at the lake (“Bob’s Boys”) and the ongoing bond built under Coach Stoops.

6. Game Previews & Deep Dives

A. Georgia Tech: Surprises, Fortitude, and Haynes King’s Value

Timestamps: 26:09 – 34:28

• GT’s highest ranking since 1999—off to a 7–0 start under Brent Key.
  • Survived scare vs. Wake Forest; fortunate breaks but “give them credit—they’re not the referees.” (27:47)
• QB Haynes King:
  • Possibly the “most important player to his team in college football.”
  • Quote (Dusty): “Toughness he plays with, leadership he possesses...raised like a lineman his whole life.” (32:00)
• Offensive Identity:
  • Buster Faulkner’s multiple variations of counter; physical, complex running attack.
  • Defense “has gotten better throughout the course of the season.”

B. Oklahoma–Ole Miss Matchup: What to Watch

Timestamps: 34:28 – 48:27

• Trinidad Chambliss (Ole Miss QB):

  • Lane Kiffin & Charlie Weis Jr. see “some Baker Mayfield in him,” but “a more dangerous runner than Baker ever was.” (36:33)
  • Scheme advantage: up-tempo pace allows for more pre-snap coordinator input.

• RB Kiwan Lacy:

  • One of the toughest backs to tackle: “That dude—he got some shake, some wiggle, and he’ll also get behind his pads and run through you.” (38:21)

• Oklahoma’s Defense—How Real?

  • David’s skepticism: “I don’t know if Oklahoma’s defense is elite...They’re shutting people out...but Texas, South Carolina, Michigan—not great offenses.” (42:52)
  • Dusty counters:
    • “Defensive line is excellent...lead the country in sacks.”
    • Back end yet to be tested, “but one thing I do trust—our Mason Thomas, David Stone, Jaden Jackson—these are dogs, bro.” (44:12)
  • Explosive play prevention is key vs. Ole Miss.

C. Missouri vs. Vanderbilt: The Must-Watch SEC Game

Timestamps: 49:30 – 52:31

• Dusty loves the matchup, singling out outside zone prowess and the “must see TV” appeal of Vandy’s Diego Pavia (“his mentor is Johnny Manziel”).
• “Winner of this game has to be taken very seriously as a legitimate college football playoff candidate.” (52:04)
• Quote (David): “What’s the difference between you and Johnny Football? [Mattier’s quote:] I go to church on Sundays.” (52:31)

7. Conference Picture: ACC Chaos & Underrated Miami/Louisville/Notre Dame

Timestamps: 52:58 – 61:00

• Miami & Louisville:

  • Jeff Brohm gets major praise as a coach. 4–0 vs. Top 5 teams.
  • Louisville’s defense: “nasty, brother. They are fast...they fly around. They are fundamentally sound.” (54:31)

• ACC Scenarios:

  • Miami could finish 11–1 and miss ACC title game; Pitt could play spoiler down the stretch.
  • Miami’s struggles: “Where the hell was the running game?...Bigger than the Miami Dolphins’ O-line, and they ran it for like 63 yards.” (57:26)
  • Miami’s insistence on condensed formations drew criticism.

• Notre Dame’s Playoff Prospects:

  • Quote (Dusty): “Their backfield—wow...Jeremiah Love, I don’t think he gets out of the Top 10...CJ Carr is an absolute dude.” (59:14)
  • Defense under Chris Ash keeps improving; predicted to run the table and make the playoff.

8. Around the Nation: Other Rapid-Fire Previews

Timestamps: 57:52 – 61:41

• Houston vs Arizona State: Dusty likes Arizona State at home—“they know how to win close games.” (59:04)
• Florida State’s Late-Season Troubles:
  • Dusty on the Seminoles—and on co-host Danny Kanell’s mood: “Nine straight ACC losses, man...I just watched that team quit last year—and you have to start to wonder, have they somewhat quit within that locker room, which you hate to say as a former player, but it feels like it.” (62:19)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• David Pollack on WR Duos:
  “As a defense, I can scheme one guy and stop him—when you got two, man, you’re a pain in my arse.” (08:33)
• Wesley on BYU Storming:
  “You storm the field, you beat Utah, you get the Crumbl Cookie money. And on top of that, [McGowan] says he’s going to pay all of the lunch debt for Provo City in Salt Lake City schools. So the kids are winning, too.” (18:45)
• Brent Venables on QB’s Running Threat:
  “Just enough to kind of piss you off.” (20:19)
• Mike Elko on Coaching Rumors:
  “It is a waste of brain space to spend any time talking or thinking about any of that stupidity.” (21:44)
• Dusty Dvoracek on Haynes King (Georgia Tech):
  “The toughness he plays with, the leadership he possesses...he was raised like a lineman his entire life.” (32:00)
• Dusty on Vandy’s Diego Pavia:
  “The guy is must see TV…his mentor is Johnny Manziel...there’s a backyard football feel to his game...” (50:25)
• David on the difference between Mateer and Johnny Football:
  “I go to church on Sundays.” (52:31)

Closing Notes

• The hosts provide a blend of data-driven analysis, on-field stories, and plenty of character commentary, making this a comprehensive and entertaining college football preview.
• Listeners get key inside info on wide receiver value, coaching moves, and team dynamics often missed by national broadcasts.
• There’s a strong focus on coach/player relationships, scheme evolution, and the unpredictable storylines that make CFB great.

For Listeners:

If you want thoughtful, lively, and layered breakdowns of college football’s chaos—with equal parts stats, strategy, and storytelling—this episode delivers from top to bottom.