Defining what a Successful 2026 Season looks like for USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas & more

Defining what a Successful 2026 Season looks like for USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas & more

Author: FOX Sports August 12, 2026 Duration: 41:02
Fox Sports’ lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt defines what a successful season looks like for 15 of the most intriguing programs in the country. Is it truly National Championship or bust for teams like Texas, Ohio State or Notre Dame? What should LSU, Penn State and Michigan fans be happy with in Year 1 after coaching changes? Does USC’s daunting schedule tone down expectations or does Lincoln Riley need to lead the Trojans back among the elite in the sport? Does Alabama need to adjust expectations in the post-Saban world or should Tide fans expect more from Kalen DeBoer’s team this season? Klatt also breaks down teams like Wisconsin and Nebraska as they try to build their programs back to what they once were. Chapters 🏈0:00-1:20 Defining Successful Season1:21-4:11 USC4:12-7:30 Michigan7:31-10:45 Ohio State10:46-12:39 Oregon12:40-15:47 Wisconsin15:48-17:45 Nebraska17:46-19:31 Penn State19:32-24:11 Alabama24:12-26:38 Texas26:39-28:47 Oklahoma28:48-31:27 LSU31:28-33:20 Clemson33:21-34:26 Miami34:27-35:54 Texas Tech35:55-37:41 Notre Dame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a certain clarity that comes from someone who’s been in the huddle, studied the tape, and understands the game from the inside out. That’s what you’ll find on The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast. Hosted by FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt, this isn’t just another collection of hot takes. Instead, Joel brings a perspective forged from his own playing days, combined with meticulous film study and a level of preparation that cuts through the weekly noise. Every episode feels like a substantive conversation, whether he’s unpacking the intricacies of key weekend matchups, offering a reasoned take on the latest playoff rankings, or addressing the pressing questions from fans. The discussion always circles back to the stories that define the season, from coaching decisions to emerging rivalries. For anyone who wants analysis that’s both deeply informed and consistently fair, this podcast provides a reliable weekly touchstone. It’s the kind of thorough breakdown that makes the complex landscape of college football a little more comprehensible and a lot more engaging.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast
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Week 1 College Football Picks and Previews [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:50
Fox Sports’ lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt is back with his weekly picks episode where he previews all of the biggest matchups of the week and makes his picks against the spread. He kicks things off with his Bi…