Josh Pate's College Football Show Week 9 Prediction Show + Hot Seat & Coaching Search Intel & New JP Poll
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Oct 22, 2025 This week, the spotlight is on intense college football matchups, including Texas A&M vs. LSU and Ole Miss vs. Oklahoma. Tension mounts for coaches like Hugh Freeze and Mike Norvell as their job security comes into question. Analyzing the JP Poll, there are surprises with teams like Indiana and Miami, while discussions on playoff formats heat up. Don't miss the betting insights on Arkansas and Cal, promising a thrilling week ahead!
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Wisconsin's Problem Is Identity, Not Coach Talent
- Wisconsin's Luke Fickell faces scrutiny, but Josh believes hiring mistakes and identity loss—not lack of coaching talent—are the core issues.
- The program must decide whether to back the hire or cut bait based on belief in long-term fit.
Offensive Imbalance Burdens LSU
- LSU's offense lacks balance and fails to create play-action because opponents don't respect its run game, stalling drives frequently.
- Josh predicts A&M's pass-rush and depth of playmakers give them the edge in Death Valley night conditions.
Bet A&M To Beat LSU
- Take Texas A&M to win and cover against LSU based on matchup, pass rush, and A&M's offensive weapons depth.
- Josh prefers betting A&M despite the model favoring LSU because of situational factors.