In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, Geoff Dover and John Barban break down the 2025 college football conference championship races in the Big Ten, SEC, ACC, and Big 12. Who are the favorites? Where’s the best value? And which dark horses could shake up the season?With many of the top teams breaking in first-year quarterbacks, picking winners isn’t easy. The guys go conference by conference, analyzing the betting odds and key players to watch.Big Ten: Michigan’s the Best Bet?Most sportsbooks have Ohio State (+150) and Oregon (+240) as the favorites, but John and Jeff aren’t sold. Both programs will be starting first-year quarterbacks and play tough schedules. Meanwhile, Penn State (+400) returns Drew Aller, but questions remain about their offense.Instead, the guys see massive value in Michigan at +900. With an elite defense, a favorable schedule (no Oregon or Penn State), and the potential breakout of freshman QB Bryce Underwood, the Wolverines are a high-upside pick to win the conference.SEC: Florida or Tennessee Over Texas & Georgia?Texas (+230) and Georgia (+400) are the betting favorites, but both have first-year QBs leading their offenses. John and Jeff think that’s too risky in the brutal SEC. Instead, they look at two teams with returning quarterbacks: • John’s Pick: Florida (+3300) – DJ Lagway showed flashes of brilliance last season, and the Gators’ schedule, while tough, provides a real path to the SEC title game. With an improving defense and playmakers around Lagway, Florida is a longshot worth considering. • Jeff’s Pick: Tennessee (+1600) – Nico Iamaleava returns after a solid first season, and Tennessee’s elite defense from last year should remain strong. Plus, they avoid Texas on the schedule, giving them an edge over Georgia.ACC: Clemson or SMU?Clemson (+210) is the clear betting favorite, with the most talent and a four-year starting QB in Cade Klubnik. But Jeff and John see value in SMU (+450), which also returns its QB and gets key games at home.SMU’s only major roadblock is a game at Clemson, but otherwise, their path to the ACC Championship Game is favorable. Miami is also in the mix, but uncertainty around Carson Beck’s transition from Georgia makes them a risky bet.Big 12: Kansas for the Win?The Big 12 is wide open, with Arizona State (+500), Kansas State (+550), and Baylor (+700) leading the odds. But Jeff and John love Kansas (+800) as a value pick. • QB Jalon Daniels is back and has the dual-threat skills to dominate. • Kansas avoids Arizona State and Baylor on the schedule, making their path easier than most contenders. • If Daniels cleans up his turnover issues, Kansas could be a legitimate playoff sleeper.Final TakeawaysThis episode is packed with analysis, betting strategy, and insights into the biggest conference races in college football. Will Michigan reclaim the Big Ten? Can Florida or Tennessee shake up the SEC? Is SMU being underrated?Tune in to find out who the guys are betting on before the odds shift!

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