Open For Business: College Football w/ John Kurtz

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BYU just beat Notre Dame and climbed to No. 2, but now comes a major trap spot at UCF. We break down why this is such a dangerous game for Bear Bachmeier and the Cougars, why UCF is much tougher than its record suggests, and why Utah vs. Houston could have enormous Big 12 and playoff implications.

We also get into the latest Big 12 disrespect, national reactions, Brandon Walker’s comments, and what all of this means for the conference race moving forward.

Topics include BYU vs. UCF, Utah vs. Houston, Bear Bachmeier, Devon Dampier, Big 12 title stakes, College Football Playoff paths and the latest national college football reaction.

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The Big 12 is taking over the AP Top 25! BYU is ranked No. 2, Texas Tech is No. 8, and the conference is tied for the most top-10 teams in college football. Are AP voters finally giving the Big 12 the respect it deserves? And should BYU actually be ranked No. 1?

We're breaking down the latest AP Poll, including Texas Tech's ranking, Houston's case to move up, and the questionable rankings of Notre Dame and Indiana.

Plus, a chaotic weekend of college football upsets has exposed a new reality. Is college football becoming the NFL? With NIL, the transfer portal, massive roster investments, and a potential 24-team College Football Playoff, the gap between college football's traditional powers and everyone else is shrinking. What does that mean for the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12 and ACC?

Also on the show:
- Updated Big 12 Power Rankings featuring BYU, Texas Tech, Utah, Houston and Arizona
- Why college football's traditional power structure is changing
- The Vibes Only Top 25 and Bottom 25

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Did Notre Dame get ROBBED against BYU? The controversial ending to BYU’s massive win over Notre Dame has college football fans furious over a possible pass interference no-call and one second left on the clock.

The Big 12 has already acknowledged a clock error, but did the officials actually cost Notre Dame the game? We break down the final play, the officiating controversy, and what national analysts are saying.

The controversy deserves attention, but should it really overshadow BYU’s incredible victory? The Cougars just delivered one of the biggest wins in college football this season, and that deserves some recognition, too.

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Is BYU football the best team in the country? After an insane Saturday, the argument for the Cougars is stronger than ever.

This has been the best day for the Big 12 conference since the departure of Texas and Oklahoma. With the rest of the college football landscape shifting, the Cougars have forced their way into the national conversation. I break down why their performance demands respect and whether they have a legitimate claim to the top spot in the polls.

The resume is building, and the eye test matches the results. We examine the path forward for BYU football and how they stack up against the traditional powers currently dominating the college football rankings. It is time to look at the reality of their season and what it means for the playoff race.

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What if the 24-team College Football Playoff actually makes college football BETTER? Could CFP expansion save the Big 12 and ACC while pushing Ohio State toward independence and shaking up the Big Ten?

John Kurtz breaks down the potential 24-team playoff, why it could be incredible for college football, and whether more playoff access will help programs like Texas Tech, BYU, Utah and other Big 12 and ACC contenders. Could expanded playoff opportunities drive more investment and national relevance? Or will the selection committee favor 7-5 SEC and Big Ten teams over 9-3 Big 12 and ACC programs?

Plus, Dan Wetzel raises a fascinating possibility: Could Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State eventually leave the Big Ten and follow Notre Dame's independent model?

We also dive into Brett McMurphy's latest conference realignment reporting. Could Texas A&M join the Big Ten? Is Texas Tech a potential expansion candidate? And what would another round of realignment mean for the future of college football?

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