Hour 1: Is Having No Traditional Powerhouses in CFP a Big Deal?

First Take

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🗓️ 6 January 2026

⏱️ 48 minutes

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First Take begins with Paul Finebaum breaking down the powerhouse-less CFP semifinals. (0:00) Then, Stephen A. reacts to the Cowboys firing their fourth defensive coordinator in four years! (22:10) Next, Finebaum is back to tell us if Ole Miss or Miami winning is the better story! (39:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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