Episode 22

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Published on:

9th Nov 2025

CFB Week 11: Classic B1G Football; College Football Playoff Picture; Gus Johnson is the GOAT

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I discuss the latest happenings in the B1G as the home team had a bye-week. We talk about arguably what we considered the game of the week, the thrilling Indiana vs. Penn State matchup. We share our thoughts on the performance of key players, the excitement brought by commentator Gus Johnson, and the implications of these games on the playoff picture. The episode also covers the dominance of Ohio State in the Big Ten and the upcoming games of OH, IU, USC, Oregon and Michigan and how that could shape the B1G championship game and the playoff picture.


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Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Week 11 in College Football

02:34 Game Highlights: Indiana vs. Penn State

05:13 Referee Decisions and Commentary

07:47 Key Players and Performances

10:39 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategy

13:17 Oregon vs. Iowa: A Close Finish

14:02 Ohio State's Dominance in the Big Ten

16:35 Playoff Scenarios and Tiebreakers

19:47 The Complexity of College Football Rankings

22:48 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Games and Predictions


Image credits

Maize and Blue Nation

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Ruralexpat

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Ruralexpat (julian Sayin 2024)

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About the Podcast

Touchdown & Ties
A passion project created off a bond that’s been building for years, Bri and Keith bring a new and refreshing approach to the world of sports podcasting. For the everyday fan, the one that blocks off their weekends in the fall, or the girl trying to learn her way around the game, Touchdown and Ties was created for us all. A place to break down the game, talk about hype moments, unbelievable plays, and exciting news this sport brings, we’re doing it all. Touchdown and Ties is rooted in a familial bond, uplifting fatherhood while shedding a positive light on a relationship between a dad and his daughter. While continuing to create a space for each other, expect each episode to bring laughs, new perspectives, and passion like you’ve never seen.

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Brianna Boyd

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Keith Boyd

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