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College Football’s BOLDEST predictions in 2026: SEC winning the CFP? Will Luke Fickell SAVE his job?

Aug 27, 2026 · 1h 19m

Summary

Andy shares five bold predictions for the 2026 college football season, including the SEC ending its national championship drought and Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell saving his job. He also predicts a non-full-time starter will win the Heisman Trophy and that North Dakota State will compete for the Mountain West title. The episode features a "Dear Andy, Dear Ari" segment addressing Austin Mack’s transfer and a debate on whether prime Vince Young or Cam Newton would be better in college.

Topics discussed

Intro, Polymarket promo, and show format Bold predictions: SEC champion and playoff teams Prediction: USC vs. Penn State as a playoff decider Prediction: Heisman winner not a full-time starter Prediction: Luke Fickell saves his job at Wisconsin Prediction: North Dakota State wins Mountain West Mailbag: Guessing the mystery NFL player Mailbag: Oxygen games and Jed Fisch's career path Mailbag: Cam Newton vs. Vince Young debate Mailbag: Wedding planning scams and Disney logistics
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