EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 30 MIN
Joel Klatt Breaks Down the CFP: Alabama–Oklahoma, Miami--Oklahoma, G5 Future & Michigan Fallout
from The Next Round · host DBL Down Media
Fox Sports’ Joel Klatt joins The Next Round for a deep dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the College Football Playoff and the state of the sport. We preview the massive CFP matchup between Alabama and Oklahoma — the Sooners won the regular-season meeting, but can Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide get revenge when it matters most? Joel breaks down the matchup, including how critical special teams and officiating could be when Alabama and Oklahoma collide again. We also look ahead to Miami vs. Texas A&M in College Station in the first round of the playoff and debate who has the edge in one of the most intriguing opening-round games. Plus, Joel shares his thoughts on the future of Group of 5 teams in the College Football Playoff, why it matters for Tulane and James Madison to be competitive on the national stage, and whether any team playing in Round 1 can realistically win the national championship. Finally, we address the messy situation at Michigan following the firing and arrest of Sherrone Moore and what it means for the Wolverines moving forward. If you’re locked into the College Football Playoff, this is a must-watch conversation with one of the most respected voices in college football. 👍 Like the video, 💬 share your thoughts in the comments, and 🔔 subscribe to The Next Round YouTube channel for more college football interviews, previews, and playoff breakdowns all season long. #JoelKlatt #CollegeFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff #AlabamaFootball #OklahomaFootball #CFBPlayoff #SEC #MiamiFootball #TexasAM #MichiganFootball #SECFootball #GigEm #Aggies #RollTide #BoomerSooner #Alabama #Oklahoma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fox Sports’ Joel Klatt joins The Next Round for a deep dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the College Football Playoff and the state of the sport. We preview the massive CFP matchup between Alabama and Oklahoma — the Sooners won the regular-season meeting, but can Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide get revenge when it matters most? Joel breaks down the matchup, including how critical special teams and officiating could be when Alabama and Oklahoma collide again. We also look ahead to Miami vs. Texas A&M in College Station in the first round of the playoff and debate who has the edge in one of the most intriguing opening-round games. Plus, Joel shares his thoughts on the future of Group of 5 teams in the College Football Playoff, why it matters for Tulane and James Madison to be competitive on the national stage, and whether any team playing in Round 1 can realistically win the national championship. Finally, we address the messy situation at Michigan following the firing and arrest of Sherrone Moore and what it means for the Wolverines moving forward. If you’re locked into the College Football Playoff, this is a must-watch conversation with one of the most respected voices in college football. 👍 Like the video, 💬 share your thoughts in the comments, and 🔔 subscribe to The Next Round YouTube channel for more college football interviews, previews, and playoff breakdowns all season long. #JoelKlatt #CollegeFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff #AlabamaFootball #OklahomaFootball #CFBPlayoff #SEC #MiamiFootball #TexasAM #MichiganFootball #SECFootball #GigEm #Aggies #RollTide #BoomerSooner #Alabama #Oklahoma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Joel Klatt Breaks Down the CFP: Alabama–Oklahoma, Miami--Oklahoma, G5 Future & Michigan Fallout
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