3 & Out - The Return of Kauff on Campus: Big Ten vs. SEC, Arch Manning, Notre Dame & More
Sep 2, 2026 · 1h 28m
Summary
Colin Cowherd and Jackson Biggs preview the college football season, analyzing the financial shift favoring the Big Ten over the SEC. They discuss the immense pressure on Texas coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterback Arch Manning, contrasting their style with Kirby Smart’s toughness. The hosts also highlight Notre Dame’s favorable schedule and automatic playoff access as key advantages for a national title run.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and NFL joint practices discussion
College football drama, NIL, and conference power shifts
SEC vs Big Ten dominance and playoff pressure
Quarterback stability and NIL contracts in college
Texas vs Ohio State preview and coach toughness
Notre Dame's playoff path and schedule advantages
Arch Manning's performance and Texas roster depth
Steve Sarkisian's coaching style and physicality
SEC media days, coach appearances, and schedules
Notre Dame's easy schedule and playoff implications
Final Four mentality vs College Football failure
Coach job security, buyouts, and facility upgrades
Lincoln Riley's recruiting and Oklahoma's defense
Ole Miss roster depth and playoff chances
Indiana's rise and Michigan's transition
Top defensive teams and sleeper picks
ACC sleepers and Heisman dark horses
Movie theater habits and closing sponsors
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