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Joel Klatt Reveals Why No Team Should Schedule Notre Dame

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish is one of the best programs in college football history. According to College Football Reference, the Fighting Irish have a 916-327-33 all-time record and 13 national championships.

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Fox analyst says it would be large upset if Alabama wins Rose Bowl: 'They are not as good of a team as Indiana'

Fox college football analyst and commentator Joel Klatt feels Alabama is, without a doubt, a huge underdog to Indiana in the Rose Bowl. The Hoosiers are currently a 7.5-point favorite against the Crimson Tide in Thursday’s game, according to FanDuel.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 29

Joel Klatt describes why Kyle Whittingham to Michigan is an 'incredible fit'

When Sherrone Moore was fired from Michigan, there were several names floated around who the Wolverines were going to target. Coaches like Kalen DeBoer, Kenny Dillingham, Jeff Brohm, and Jedd Fisch, among others, were all listed toward the top -- depending on who you listened to.

Story told by Joel Klatt shows fierce competitiveness of new Michigan football coach

The hiring of Michigan football head coach Kyle Whittingham on Friday received a ton of positive reaction from national media and from those who follow college football.

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The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the 50 NFL players with the most career rushing yards can you name in six minutes?

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‘Lack of Game Management’: Analyst Claims Malachi Toney Scoring Touchdown Almost Cost Miami the Game

Miami escaped College Station with a 10-3 victory over Texas A&M on Saturday, but FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt believes the Hurricanes nearly handed the game away on their go-ahead touchdown.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Joel Klatt says Michigan's coaching search will be delayed for this reason

The Michigan football program is in an urgent search for a head coach after firing former coach Sherrone Moore for cause last Wednesday. Ideally, the Wolverines would have a new coach officially named before Jan.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Joel Klatt Predicts Winner of College Football Playoff National Championship

The College Football Playoff kicks off with four first-round matchups set to be played on Friday and Saturday. It's a high-stakes weekend with eight teams hoping to punch their tickets to the quarterfinals.

Joel Klatt names two college football stars as early favorites for 2026 Heisman Trophy

Immediately following Fernando Mendoza's 2025 Heisman Trophy win, FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt turned his attention to 2026 on The Joel Klatt Show. The next Heisman field figures not to see a ton of repeat customers, as finalists Mendoza and Jeremiyah Love are both anticipated to be high 2026 NFL Draft picks.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 12

What Joel Klatt Said About Dan Lanning Amid Michigan Fiasco

The Michigan Wolverines are seeking a new head coach following the sudden firing of Sherrone Moore. With a new position open, Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning is being brought up as a candidate to take the job at Michigan.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 11

Joel Klatt names 6 names to watch in Michigan's search for its next head coach

Michigan made headlines once again on Wednesday and this time, the Wolverines fired second-year head coach Sherrone Moore. Athletic Director Warde Manuel released a statement that Moore was having an inappropriate relationship with a staffer and he was fired effective immediately.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 8

Joel Klatt delivers harsh reality check to CFP committee after bracket set

The final 12-team College Football Playoff bracket released on Sunday delivered a historic first for the sport. For the first time, two teams from outside the power conference structure secured berths in the field, with the Tulane Green Wave and the James Madison Dukes both making the cut.

NFL News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 8

Joel Klatt names college football powerhouse making a 'big mistake'

The College Football Playoff selection committee delivered a stunning blow to a prominent 10-win program on Sunday by excluding the team from the 12-team field.

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College Football News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / December 4

Joel Klatt Questions Texas A&M Aggies CFP Spot Below Ole Miss Amid Lane Kiffin's Move

No. 6 Ole Miss (11-1, 7-1 SEC) remains firmly in the College Football Playoff conversation after rounding out the 2025 season with a Week 14 win over the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

Joel Klatt Predicts Struggle for Lane Kiffin for Choosing LSU Over Ole Miss Amid Historic Playoffs Run

Lane Kiffin has made the shocking decision to leave Ole Miss in the middle of their historic Playoff run in 2025 as the Rebels went 11-1 this year, with a real chance at winning the national championship.

Tebow, Finebaum, and Klatt all think Texas belongs in the College Football Playoff

On Nov. 28, Texas accomplished more than a major upset over Texas A&M; they revived a playoff case that had been dismissed after lopsided defeats, uneven performances, and overblown preseason predictions.

Joel Klatt points to signs of optimism for Michigan after humbling loss to Ohio State

For four years, Michigan was the more physical team and the Wolverines were the ones who dominated Ohio State. But not this season. Despite the Wolverines getting out to a 6-0 start, getting some nice runs from Jordan Marshall, and intercepting Julian Saying -- the Buckeyes would roll to a 27-9 win over Michigan.

College Football News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / November 29

Joel Klatt Believes Lane Kiffin Can Win National Championship With Ole Miss Rebels

The Ole Miss Rebels and LSU Tigers await a decision from Lane Kiffin on Saturday as the most popular head coach on the market is set to reveal where he will coach in 2026.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Athlon Sports / November 20

Joel Klatt Names Major College Football Program That Can't Win the National Championship

Going into last weekend's games, the Alabama Crimson Tide appeared to be one of the top teams in college football. They had won eight consecutive games, including four straight against ranked opponents, and were ranked No.

NFL News / BYU Cougars on SI / November 20

Joel Klatt Couldn't Believe the Line for No. 11 BYU at Cincinnati

Last Saturday, BYU was a three-point favorite entering a home game against TCU. The Cougars, who where coming off their first loss of the season, responded by dominating the Horned Frogs 44-13.

NFL News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / November 19

Fox analyst says committee used ‘eye test’ to put Notre Dame ahead of Alabama

Fox College Football Sports analyst and commentator Joel Klatt feels the committee used the ‘eye test’ in its decision to put Alabama behind Notre Dame in its latest rankings.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 13

'I really want to take the Sooners in this game' - Fox Sports' Joel Klatt predicts the final score of Oklahoma vs Alabama

Alabama will host the Oklahoma Sooners this weekend in what's essentially a "revenge game" for the Crimson Tide. Oklahoma beat Alabama 24-3 in Norman last season.

Georgia Bulldogs News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 3

Joel Klatt names college football powerhouse that has 'major flaws'

With November here, the race for the College Football Playoff starts to resemble a beauty contest. Every contestant is a good contestant, but they're each trying to stand out with a few extra style points.

NFL News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 31

Joel Klatt sends critical message before Ohio State vs. Penn State game

Fox Sports color commentator Joel Klatt can only get himself hyped up to a certain extent when it comes to calling "Big Noon Kickoff" games, especially those involving Ohio State.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 30

Does Preseason Bias Favor Texas Over Iowa in Rankings?

Two teams with identical 6-2 records are getting vastly different treatment in college football rankings. Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt believes preseason expectations created a bias that still influences how voters view these teams today. Texas entered the 2025 season ranked number one in the country.

Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 25

Some Still Believe The Texas Longhorns Are National Title Contenders

On his FOX Sports Show, college football analyst Joel Klatt collaborated with Chris "Bear" Fallica on a "College Football National Champion Draft," selecting six teams each that they think have the highest chance to be crowned in the College Football Playoff later this season.