Longshore and McKnight: Countdown to college football, Alabama fans calling for a No. 2 seed finish in CFP, Lane Kiffin pokes fun at Hugh Freeze, and more…

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August 14, 2025

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry kick it off with the 10 day countdown to college football, with Week Zero bringing a slate of nationally televised games that stretch from Dublin, Ireland, to Honolulu. While the schedule features matchups such as the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in Atlanta and Fresno State at Kansas, Mississippi State’s trip to Southern Miss drew particular notice for earning ESPN’s main stage.

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In Tuscaloosa, fan talk zeroed in on Alabama’s 2025 prospects, with some supporters calling for a No. 2 seed finish in the College Football Playoff. Auburn’s fall camp continued to build momentum, as Auburn Undercover’s Jason Caldwell highlighted a defense showing early dominance, the speed and versatility of transfer receiver Eric Singleton, and the emergence of cornerback Jay Crawford as a lockdown presence.

Off the field, Lane Kiffin used social media to continue trolling Hugh Freeze, this time, over reports of split play-calling duties.

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