The landscape of college football is ever-changing, and the latest episode of the Get Off My Pylon podcast dives deep into the seismic shifts happening in the Pac-12. Host Matt Zemek takes us on a journey through the latest conference realignment news, the upcoming USC vs. Michigan game, and the significant storylines from Week 3.
Pac-12 Changes College Landscape By Bringing In Mountain West Teams, Who Could be Next?
First up, Matt discusses the Pac-12’s addition of Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, and San Diego State. These new members aim to bolster the conference, but there’s a lingering concern that the Pac-12 might become a glorified Mountain West. Matt also explores the intriguing possibility of UConn joining the Pac-12 for football only, while keeping its basketball program in the Big East. This move could help UConn’s football program while also avoiding extensive travel and maintain its strong basketball presence.
The episode then shifts focus to the upcoming USC vs. Michigan game, a marquee matchup that promises to be a thrilling contest. Matt breaks down the key matchups, highlighting the importance of USC’s offensive line performance against Michigan’s defensive front. He also emphasizes the critical role turnovers will play in determining the game’s outcome. Michigan needs to create high-impact turnovers to have a realistic chance of winning, while USC must maintain composure and avoid costly mistakes.
Is Foster The Right Coach In Westwood?
In the Week 3 review, Matt examines UCLA’s struggles, including a crushing 29-point loss to Indiana. He questions whether head coach Deshaun Foster is ready for the job and forecasts a tough season ahead for the Bruins. Washington State’s impressive win over Washington in the Apple Cup also gets a spotlight, with head coach Jake Dickert earning praise for his team’s performance.
Arizona and Washington are highlighted as transfer portal losers, struggling to find their footing after significant roster changes. Meanwhile, Arizona State’s resilience under head coach Kenny Dillingham is noted, as the Sun Devils continue to fight back and aim for a bowl game. Utah’s solid performance against Utah State, despite missing key players, rounds out the review.
The episode concludes with a look at the coaching carousel, particularly the rising stock of Dickert. With the Florida job likely opening up, the Huskies head coach’s name could be in the mix for high-profile positions.
Listen To This Week’s Episode Of Get Off My Pylon
As the landscape of college football continues to change out west, you’ll always get the best insight and analysis from Get Off My Pylon.