Hour 2: Paul Finebaum on Michigan and Alabama's Expectations, Deion Sanders & Lane Kiffin + A Rare Steelers QB Battle

GoJo and Golic

In Hour 2…

[02:30] PAUL FINEBAUM JOINS THE SHOW

Paul Finebaum shares his insights on Texas RB CJ Baxter’s injury and the impact of newcomers to the SEC. He discusses the College Football Playoff expansion and its biggest beneficiary, Kirby Smart, and weighs in on Michigan's chances amidst Jim Harbaugh's controversies.

[18:49] REACTION TO FINEBAUM INTERVIEW

GoJo and Golic react to Finebaum's interview, including his grudges, thoughts on Lane Kiffin, and a quick take on the drama at Colorado. They also analyze his 12-team playoff predictions and rank first-time contenders.

[23:10] NFL PRESEASON RECAP

Who stood out the most? GoJo and Golic dive into Panthers-Patriots and New England’s curious QB usage after salivating over Joe Milton III’s performance. Then touch on Lions-Giants, discussing Hendon Hooker’s debut and Drew Lock’s early exit.

[33:27] THE GREAT NICK FOLES CALLS IT QUITS

GoJo, Golic, and Emerson share their thoughts on Super Bowl-winning quarterback Nick Foles after watching the career backup release a video announcing his retirement from the NFL.

[37:55] STEELERS QB BATTLE: FIELDS OR WILSON

As the Texans face the Steelers tonight, GoJo and Golic debate if Fields can clinch the starting QB job over Wilson, who’s dealing with a calf injury.

[43:07] THIS, THAT AND THE THIRD

This: Dutch Olympic swimmer Sharon van Rouwendaal wins gold in memory of her dog. That: Butter sculpture #2 Caitlin Clark steals the show at the Iowa State Fair. The Third: Jameis Winston entertains with his comments on Deshaun Watson’s potential.

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