Episode 117 - College Football Bowl Games 2024-25 Part 1

The College Football Rundown

Episode Title: College Football Bowl Betting and Playoff Insights Introduction:

Welcome to Bowl Season! In this episode, we’re diving deep into every college football bowl game, highlighting key matchups, betting angles, and must-know player opt-outs. We’ll also break down the College Football Playoff first-round games and discuss how opt-outs might impact these marquee matchups. Don’t miss this comprehensive guide to navigating bowl betting and playoff predictions!

Episode Number: #117

Release Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024

Woj and Wahl Pick Em' Season Records:

• Wahl: 9-6
• Woj: 8-5-1
• Combined: 17-11-1 – Consistent winning picks throughout the season!

Conference Championship Highlights:

• C-USA: Jacksonville State dominates Western Kentucky, 52-12.
• AAC: Army surprises Tulane with a 35-14 win to cap an 11-1 season.
• Mountain West: Boise State leans on Ashton Jeanty to take down UNLV, 21-7.
• Big 12: Arizona State’s offense shines in a 45-19 win over Iowa State.
• MAC: Ohio stifles Miami (OH) in a 28-2 victory.
• SEC: Georgia edges Texas in OT, 22-19, to claim the conference title.
• Sun Belt: Marshall crushes Louisiana, 31-3.
• ACC: Clemson holds off SMU’s late rally, winning 34-31.
• Big Ten: Oregon outlasts Penn State in a high-scoring 45-37 game.

DraftKings League:

• Rundown Showdown Champion: Jmduf with 123.44 points!
• Top 3 Finishers:
  • 1st: Jmduf
  • 2nd: Wahl (117.85 points)
  • 3rd: Woj (115.47 points)

Bowl Game Previews:

• Cricket Celebration Bowl: Jackson State Tigers vs. South Carolina State Bulldogs
  Can Jackson State’s SWAC Player of the Year RB Irv Mulligan lead the Tigers past South Carolina State? We discuss the key players and why opt-outs might shift the outcome.
• IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl: South Alabama Jaguars vs. Western Michigan Broncos
  South Alabama faces Western Michigan with questions surrounding QB Gio Lopez’s health and key Western Michigan opt-outs.
• Scooter’s Coffee Frisco Bowl: Memphis Tigers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers
  Memphis takes on West Virginia as WVU deals with significant opt-outs, including multiple receivers and defenders.
• Boca Raton Bowl: James Madison Dukes vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
  James Madison’s elite defense clashes with Western Kentucky’s explosive offense. Will opt-outs on both sides impact the outcome?
• Art of Sport LA Bowl: California Golden Bears vs. UNLV Rebels
  California’s QB health remains uncertain as they prepare to face a resilient UNLV squad in transition after a coaching change.
• R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl: Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Sam Houston Bearkats
  Georgia Southern’s high-powered offense meets Sam Houston’s stingy defense. Which team handles opt-outs better?
• StaffDNA Cure Bowl: Ohio Bobcats vs. Jacksonville State Gamecocks
  Ohio rides a six-game win streak into their matchup against Jacksonville State. Key player absences could tilt the balance.
• Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl: Tulane Green Wave vs. Florida Gators
  Tulane’s QB situation raises questions as they take on a young and talented Florida team.
• Myrtle Beach Bowl: UTSA Roadrunners vs. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
  UTSA’s potent passing attack faces a Coastal Carolina team hit hard by transfer portal departures.
• Famous Idaho Potato Bowl: Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Fresno State Bulldogs
  Northern Illinois’ stout defense takes on a Fresno State team with notable absences on both sides of the ball.
• Hawai’i Bowl: South Florida Bulls vs. San José State Spartans
  South Florida’s high-scoring offense faces San José State in a matchup featuring several key opt-outs on defense.
• GameAbove Sports Bowl: Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Toledo Rockets
  Pittsburgh battles Toledo in a game where injuries and opt-outs loom large for both teams.
• Rate Bowl: Kansas State Wildcats vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights
  Kansas State’s defense will need to step up against a surging Rutgers team looking for a statement win.
• 68 Ventures Bowl: Arkansas State Red Wolves vs. Bowling Green Falcons
  Arkansas State and Bowling Green square off with momentum on the line. Opt-outs may be the deciding factor.

College Football Playoff First Round:

• Indiana vs. Notre Dame: Can Indiana’s defense slow down Notre Dame’s powerful rushing attack?
• SMU vs. Penn State: Will SMU’s explosive offense overcome Penn State’s elite defense?
• Clemson vs. Texas: A battle of star QBs Cade Klubnik and Quinn Ewers. How will injuries and opt-outs affect this clash?
• Tennessee vs. Ohio State: Ohio State’s balanced attack faces a Tennessee team led by RB Dylan Sampson. Will opt-outs tip the scales?

Stay Tuned!

Join us as we break down the remaining must-watch bowl games, betting insights, and College Football Playoff matchups in Part 2. Find out how player opt-outs and key injuries could shape this exciting postseason!

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