Pigskin & Burnt Ends: College Football Playoff Chaos, Texas Pride, and Bowl Season Truths
From College Gridiron Coast To Coast by tj
December 18, 2025 · 41 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the implications of the College Football Playoff for Texas programs and the upcoming bowl season.
The College Football Playoff is here, and Pigskin & Burnt Ends breaks down what it means—especially for Texas programs. From Texas A&M hosting its first-ever playoff game against Miami, to Texas responding to playoff disappointment with a Citrus Bowl showdown versus Michigan, the postseason is packed with pressure and opportunity. The episode also examines SMU’s future ACC challenges, Houston’s urgency-driven Texas Bowl matchup with LSU, and Texas Tech’s stability following major contract extensions. Bowl season isn’t just about talent—it’s about motivation, discipline, and direction. This episode is sponsored in part by TicketSmarter: Use promo code LWOS10 to receive $10 off purchases of $100 or more Use promo code LWOS20 to receive $20 off purchases of $300 or more Think smarter. TicketSmarter
Topics covered
- College Football Playoff
- Texas A&M
- Citrus Bowl
- SMU
- Houston
- Texas Tech
- Bowl Season
Keywords
- playoff chaos
- Texas pride
- bowl season truths
Sponsors
TicketSmarter
Mentioned in this episode
Products: LWOS10, TicketSmarter
Books & works: Pigskin & Burnt Ends
Places: Texas, Miami, Houston
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