JR and Zach kick off with fun mascot banter before diving into previews. For Ohio (1-1) at Ohio State (2-0), they predict a Buckeyes blowout (49-10 JR, 52-17 Zach) but note QB Parker Navarro could frustrate OSU fans; OSU covers -31.5, over 52.5. Oregon (2-0) at Northwestern (1-1): Ducks favored -27.5, over 49.5; predictions 38-10 (JR) and 45-10 (Zach), highlighting Oregon's explosive offense vs NW's struggles, especially without RB Cam Porter. USC (2-0) at Purdue (2-0): Trojans -21.5, over 57.5; JR sees Purdue's aggressive passing as key but picks USC 38-24; Zach agrees 35-17, praising USC's defense. Wisconsin (2-0) at Alabama (1-1): Tide -14.5, under 48.5; close game predicted (24-13 Zach, 27-20 JR for Alabama), focusing on Wisconsin's halftime adjustments and Alabama's run game. Minnesota (2-0) at Cal (2-0): Gophers -1.5, under 42.5; low-scoring affair expected (17-10 JR, 27-24 Zach), emphasizing Minnesota's defense and QB Drake Lindsey vs Cal's explosive but inconsistent plays. Episode wraps with excitement for future weeks.

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