Longshore and McKnight: Player opt-outs, Miami QB’s performance in Pop-Tart Bowl, playoff predictions, and more…

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December 30, 2024

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry tackled the highs and lows of college football bowl season. They critiqued the impact of player opt-outs and transfer portal chaos, which they say are undermining the sport’s tradition, while praising committed players like Shedeur Sanders.

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The hosts called out Miami quarterback Cam Ward for only playing one half in the Pop Tarts Bowl, contrasting it with Alabama’s upcoming matchup against Michigan, where fan expectations remain high despite the evolving landscape of the game. Predictions for the College Football Playoff and excitement for Penn State vs. Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl rounded out the show.

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