Today on SportsIQ with Larry Smith, we’re closing out the week with a stacked, emotional, and absolutely wild episode:

We honor the legacy of Ernie Davis, who on December 6, 1961, became the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy. His brilliance on the field and heartbreaking story off it still echo through the sport.

Ben Garrett of the Ole Miss Spirit joins us to break down:

• The Lane Kiffin exit and the chaos it created

• Why this 11–1 Ole Miss team deserves the spotlight

• How the committee judged the Rebels without penalizing the players

• What’s next as they prepare for their first-ever CFP appearance

His insights are sharp, honest, and absolutely must-hear.

Henry Oelhafen returns to talk:

• Vanderbilt’s 10–2 season and playoff hopes

• Diego Pavia’s Heisman-worthy campaign

• The shocking flip of 5-star QB Jerrick Curtis from Georgia

• A resurgent basketball team shooting up analytics rankings

• Why this might be the most exciting era in modern Commodore athletics

Larry and Tony break down:

• Ohio State vs. Indiana: Why this might be the real national title preview

• Georgia vs. Alabama implications

• BYU vs. Texas Tech and the chaos it may unleash

• Duke, Virginia, and the ACC’s playoff nightmare scenario

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🏆 Moment of Awe🔥 Ole Miss Aftermath with Ben Garrett⚓ Vanderbilt’s Surge with Henry Oelhafen 🏈 Championship Weekend Preview