College Football Week 3 Picks: Will Lane Kiffin & LSU win in his return to Ole Miss?
Sep 17, 2026 · 24m
Summary
Joel Klatt previews the Ohio State-Kent State game and makes six college football picks, including LSU at Ole Miss, SMU at Louisville, and Texas Tech at Houston. He argues LSU has a massive schematic advantage over Ole Miss due to Lane Kiffin’s familiarity with the program, while also highlighting Mississippi State as an underrated team that should be ranked. Klatt predicts Alabama will dominate a panicking Florida State squad and favors Florida to cover at Auburn, emphasizing the importance of clean ball security and defensive structures in these matchups.
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Teaser: FSU Panic and Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss Knowledge
Show Intro, Sponsorship, and Betting Record Recap
Preview: Ohio State vs. Kent State (QB Trust and Defense)
Pick: LSU at Ole Miss (Kiffin's Tactical Advantage)
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Pick: SMU at Louisville (ACC Championship Implications)
Pick: Houston at Texas Tech (Friday Night Atmosphere)
Pick: Florida State at Alabama (FSU Free Fall vs. Bama Run Game)
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Pick: Florida at Auburn (Rebuild Comparison)
Pick: Mississippi State at South Carolina (Underrated QB Camario Taylor)
Recap of All Six Picks for the Week
Closing Remarks and Social Media Plug
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