Josh Pate's College Football Show CFP Semifinal Predictions + Portal Chaos & Alabama’s Future
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Jan 5, 2026 As the College Football Playoff heats up, predictions for the Peach and Fiesta Bowls take center stage. Indiana's fundamentals shine against Oregon, while Miami's structured offense faces Ole Miss's explosive playmaking. The transfer portal is buzzing with big-name movements, raising questions about Alabama's future and coaching decisions. Lane Kiffin's move to LSU sparks debate about title chances. Has the standard slipped at Alabama? All this, plus live updates from the portal and engaging listener Q&A, makes for an electrifying discussion.
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Oregon Must Fix Third-Down Efficiency
- Run the ball more effectively and avoid long third-and-outs to prevent pressure on Dante Moore.
- Oregon must convert third and fourth downs and preserve manageable distances to avoid turnovers and sacks.
Be Aggressive With Your Quarterback
- Stay aggressive with your offensive approach and don't hide your quarterback to preserve momentum for future playoff games.
- Use Carson Beck as a weapon and avoid conservative play that handicaps the next matchup.
Portal Quarterback Dominoes
- The transfer portal is reshaping rosters rapidly and quarterbacks are driving major roster swings.
- Pate highlights portal dominoes and how programs stack or rebuild via transfers mid-cycle.