Notre Dame, UConn, and Pac-12 Previews 2026
Summary
Hosts Alex Kirshner and Richard Johnson preview the 2026 FBS Independents with guest Jessica Smatana, analyzing Notre Dame’s playoff chances and UConn’s roster overhaul. They then examine the reconstituted eight-team Pac-12, highlighting its new Flex Week structure and identifying Boise State as the league favorite despite betting market skepticism.
Topics discussed
Intro and Notre Dame independence discussion
Wedding prop bets and Ohio State mentions
Notre Dame roster analysis: WRs and RBs
Notre Dame playoff chances and expectations
Notre Dame transfer portal strategy and Brian Kelly
UConn football preview and roster changes
Sponsors: Home Field and Nokian Tires
New Pac-12 structure and media rights
Boise State preview and league favorites
San Diego State preview under Sean Lewis
Fresno State preview under Matt Entz
Utah State preview and stability
Washington State preview and QB situation
Oregon State preview and defense
Colorado State, Texas State, and season wrap-up
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