The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast Most Intriguing Spring Storylines in College Football & the Top 5 NFL Draft Prospects on the Rise
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Mar 9, 2026 A rundown of the most intriguing spring storylines in college football, from high-profile quarterback battles to coaching overhauls and roster shakeups at major programs. A segment on rising NFL Draft prospects highlights players who surged after the combine. The show also covers a White House roundtable and the governance questions facing college sports going forward.
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USC Is More Promising Than Public Perception
- Joel Klatt is unusually bullish on USC because they return experience in key spots and have a strong offensive line and backs.
- He cites Dillon [Maiava] at QB, returning OL, and Gary Patterson's arrival on defense as reasons for optimism.
Texas Enters Spring With Renewed Opportunity
- Texas enters spring intriguing with Arch Manning returning and a new defensive coordinator in Will Muschamp.
- Klatt stresses expectations reset after a disappointing season and notes the controversy about SEC-centric hires.
Ohio State Defense Faces Massive Turnover
- Ohio State must replace eight defensive starters which makes spring evaluation huge for them.
- Klatt praises Matt Patricia's schematics but notes they lost players like Arvel Reese and Sonny Styles.