Joel Klatt discusses Clay Helton firing, USC vacancy, Ohio State & Penn State I NCAA I THE HERD

Joel Klatt joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the latest college football news, including the firing of USC head coach Clay Helton. Klatt shares his list of head coaches to call if he were USC's athletic director, noting: Lincoln Riley, Urban Meyer, Eric Bieniemy, and Josh McDaniels. He also further breaks down his head coaching criteria and explains why he prefers coaches who have 'NFL DNA and charisma.' Hear what Klatt has to say about Ohio State as Big Ten favorites after their loss against Oregon, along with Steve Sarkisian's decision to switch quarterbacks at Texas. Klatt also discusses whether a win against Auburn puts Penn State in the playoffs and previews Nebraska - Oklahoma on Big Noon Kickoff.
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Joel Klatt discusses Clay Helton firing, USC vacancy, Ohio State & Penn State I NCAA I THE HERD
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[@TheHerdOnFS1]

Listen to State of the Union: sprtspod.fox/Lalas

[@dwaynewashington8290]

I like when klatt is on here,He Balance out Colin

[@nickfalletta661]

Colin has always been my favorite of all of Joel Klatt's kids.

[@colonelgibbs8357]

joel is his son but his son graduated and has become wiser than his old man so he comes on the show once a week to debate with his father and remind him whos boss ahah

[@jawnmorrison110]

Klatt is a college football only guy, Colin covers all sports. Who's the daddy?

[@faheemcurtis-khidr7409]

Klatt is Colin's college football papa. He is the college football papy of the Herd.

[@jarvarismatthews4639]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ajknnaclh2o]

Lol

[@noyou2020]

Colin is just so energetic and excited when his dad comes to visit

[@afogarty21]

Isn't Colin older

[@armanirza]

🤣

[@xhawkeye8717]

🤣

[@jmcgee39]

@@afogarty21 Over your head

[@npierce14]

Gus and Joel did a great job raising him

[@ColdBloodedProd]

I wish these two would be co-hosts like Shanon and Skip. They have great chemistry and it’s so engaging and surprisingly informative. I’m always wanting more every time these 15 minute segments end each week.

[@TR-eu8yi]

Right on.

[@robbyzschoche]

The problem is that klatt doesn’t know enough about other sports and Colin doesn’t know enough about football

[@robbyzschoche]

Maybe like a one hour weekly football special

[@randomman796]

They should do like a 30 minute weekly podcast but klatt busy

[@PanyeBest]

I think it's perfect the way it is. We got our 15 minutes of a perfect product every week and we always want more. I'm sure we all click on this right away, as soon as the notification comes up. Sometimes less is more guys

[@therealdc6098]

The Klatt and Colin section should be twice a week.

[@vincentoravec261]

Klatt needs to hire a custody lawyer, challenge Joy in court for more access to his child.😅

[@philliphortonRanger501]

@@vincentoravec261 🥴🥴😂😂😂😂

[@OddPets247]

Joel Klatt + Colin = ratings/fan favorite

[@BroJ3221]

That why he brings on Nick Wright as well, he’s hated by the fans. He brings balance to the shows guests

[@doc8013]

@@BroJ3221 lol huh? Wright has a huge section of fans that love him.

[@adamnelson2248]

I wait for this segment every week! Klatt is the GOAT

[@johnlindsay7827]

Adam Nelson is the GOAT

[@tc16169]

Enjoyed Joel as color commentator during the Oregon-Ohio State game. Good observations, good insight, and remained impartial. Most color commentators drive me nuts, but he was solid and definitely knows the sport.

[@PastorTrue93]

Him and Tony Romo are the best right now

[@YALLCANTGUARDMEPODCAST_]

@@PastorTrue93 yes

[@patriottomyself]

Watching Colin have such good conversations with his Daddy is so wholesome.

[@cleroyster2610]

Joel Klatt is BY FAR, the BEST play by play announcer in football today. The Oregon game was his best yet. The most knowledgeable out there.

[@patrickbooth5091]

He isn’t the play by play announcer. Gus Johnson is the play by play. Klatt is the analyst. They are both the best at what they do.

[@willseest3732]

Bruh, no way he is that much better than guys like Tony Romo and other analysts

[@scottgray7786]

@@patrickbooth5091 You guys have to be kidding. We watch these guys for a laugh and a warm up before the real games begin later in the day.

[@jamesdavis8731]

@@willseest3732 Tony Romo is sickening. The constant yapping - drives me crazy. And Romo is actually WRONG a lot.

[@hughjass1724]

Best 15 minutes every week

[@mikeshannon8509]

Love when Klatt comes on! Always great

[@darrennichols8200]

Klatts and Nicks segments carry the show

[@adriankikes4463]

UCLA pushed LSU around. Oregon pushed OSU around, maybe just maybe the PAC-12 isn’t soft, not sure when that narrative went mainstream but Westcoast kids are some of the toughest. Michigan St grad so I have no dog in the fight. Give credit where credit is due.

[@tremoore61]

That UCLA game angered me as an LSU man, but on the field action trumps whatever perception a team may have. I hope UCLA is the real deal and not a repeat of the Mississippi State opener last year. Miss St. went on to look pedestrian at best. Love💜Live💛

[@lifeofkai5320]

I think people forget as far as Oregon goes Cristobal has completely switched the Oregon motto. It used to be speed and quickness he brought the SEC mentality in and Oregon is really tough now. And Moorhead knew how to beat OSU. Chip Kelly is also one of the best college coaches ever and looks like he’s brought the best out of UCLA. PAC 12 is definitely on its way back up imo

[@paulymar5996]

@@lifeofkai5320 I couldn't agree with you more on Cristobal's recruiting and style. Their offensive line is monstrous and their defensive line is very, very tough.

[@SportZFan4L1fe]

It's all the media propagating this angle that West Coast teams are "Soft." When USC was up during the Pete Carroll era they use to make SEC teams their b*tch. The California Schools in the PAC 12, CAL, UCLA, USC are 13-3 vs the SEC since 2000. Soft my A$$.

[@bryon5284]

The reason why the pac 12 as a whole get pushed around is because we have better eating habits on the west coast. Kids are more slimmer than ever before. Also, and parents want their kids to be DB's, WR's and basketball players. Mid-west and south couldn't careless about Vegan and Keto diets. Lastly, Kelly and Cristobal are not from West Coast so they wouldn't understand

[@MrDumbledick]

Honestly I agree with Colin and Joel on most of this, but when I was going to UCLA, could not go anywhere in Westwood without seeing a statue of Wooden somewhere

[@nevsantos6986]

Does Joel not want a show?How has no one offered him a weekly CFB show?He is infinitely more knowledgeable and talented than 95% of these hacks(I’m not talking about Cowherd or Joy).

[@Brax_animation]

He’s the color commentator for CFB for Fox. In a way, that kinda is his show

[@Shadowzheadshot]

I would watch Joel over Colin

[@erikpuka2627]

On FOX Sports official channel for College football Joel does about two 20- 30 min segments every week talking about collegr football and maybe bring in a coach or player via Zoom to interview. He had Chip Kelly the last time. He also does always a 5-8 minutes post game reaction video after his Sunday games

[@tufoinproductions]

Breaking the Huddle on CFB Fox youtube channel

[@willseest3732]

Nah, he would not be good for everyday. He seems like the guy that is good to see every once in a while

[@BSmokeyGaming]

I saw yesterday's show where Colin spoke 💯 facts about the USC HC search and also mention the Miami Hurricanes as well. LA and Miami are both huge cities and coaches want to have total control over those schools, which is why both schools right now is struggling to be a top tier college football team. They need to go after a NFL type coach or something in order to have credibility and relevancy.

[@jsurgee23]

No they don't. They need someone with a unique system and who is charismatic. That's it.

[@sirjer73]

I'm a Miami fan I wanted The U to hire CHRISTBAL he played on two national title teams 87 and 89 at the U. He was a top recruiter at Alabama for Saban. I knew with a Phil Knight backing Oregon that he would do well up there in Eugene.

[@jsurgee23]

@@sirjer73 I'm a Duck fan and I'm a huge fan of our coach. He'll eventually wind up in Miami. Hopefully AFTER we at least get one shot at a natty.

[@sirjer73]

@@jsurgee23 hey I'm glad you guys beat the Luckeyes up. Made my weekend!!!!

[@aaronceravolo7251]

Colin bring his A game when Klatt comes on cuz he knows Joel will call him out 🤣

[@TypicalDad1980]

Nice to see a father spending quality time with his son

[@somehotnerd]

Joel Klatt on colin is the best 15 minuets in sports media every week

[@bryon5284]

Mr. Klatt is one experienced farther. When his son, Colin gets emotional, raising his voice, and flinging his arms. Daddy Klatt stares at him and gives him a "professional pause" Solid bro.

[@Stealcurtains64e]

Best Fox segment of the week 🙏🏾

[@huntermichels1622]

No talk about Iowa? Was looking forward to this one

[@JohnSmith-gw7df]

Need more of these two...

[@robertwagner3416]

When is Colin going to get Petros Papadakis on the show to talk USC. Probably the most knowledgeable and honest guy with regards to our program.

[@GaryMS]

Klatt and Cowherd is one of my favorite segments on any show weekly

[@nickma71]

Ohio State front 4 failed, big. And it can’t be that the players are just misses in recruiting. There is a fundamental problem in them not knowing what to do.

[@timmills5496]

No adjustments by osu dc, they kept scoring on same running play to the left, DE kept biting inside

[@nickma71]

@@timmills5496 wash, rinse, repeat

[@wavelength123]

Very nice father and son conversation

[@Wowplayer43]

colin's Dad back on the show

[@TheJackAttackShow]

They work so well together

[@Hhhjjjyyddrts]

Always love Colin and klatt

[@Pootasaur]

I don’t think there is a chance Dabo or Lincoln Riley leave, Dabo is a title contender every year and has made Clemson. Lincoln Riley is about to go to SEC and make more money. I don’t see Ryan Day leaving either. Ohio State is a massive brand and he has the ability to run it for a decade or two

[@jeffreylazzarinisr7419]

Joel is a great guest!

[@jessekeller6465]

Mario isn’t leaving Oregon 😂

[@travissullivan6575]

USC was a top 3/5 job 20 years ago. Now, maybe a top 10 job, but the lack of investment in the program, lack of willingness to spend on their staff (Take Bama for example. It's staff, not counting saban, makes more that most coaches+staff in an entire g5 conference combined), lack of push for new facilities and boosters/too many cooks in the kitchen (the same issue that plagues Texas and Michigan). Until USC fixes the spending issue and the running the program issue, they're going to continue to take a back seat.

[@drm9979]

Top 25 maybe, definitely not Top 3/5.

[@travissullivan6575]

@@drm9979 USC is basically like Miami or FSU, a bit better off currently, partly because the Pac12 doesn't have a Clemson. A great program from the past that didn't evolve with the times.

[@drm9979]

@@travissullivan6575 well-stated.

[@connorpettebone4684]

Harsin was the co-OC at Texas from 2011-2012.

[@trevorvos4691]

Give Joel two 10+ min segments each week. This is the best part of the week

[@lukelassiter9748]

I love Joel Klatt

[@Dud512]

I love when Joel Klatt talks with Colin and I love when Joel Klatt appears on The Ticket in Dallas on Wednesdays

[@DWillz818]

Klatt is on point!

[@KB-co9dm]

“Last 6 whiteouts, Penn State is 6-6.” Love Colin, but man we have to be better in math as a society 🤣 10:59

[@brucetucker4847]

He meant the last 12 years of course, but the bigger problem with that analysis is that four of those losses came in the scandal and sanction years. Of course they had trouble beating tough opponents when they had 65 scholarships and a postseason ban and a lot of their best payers transferred out. I'm not complaining about the sanctions, they were well deserved, but it's silly to ignore them when looking at wins and losses in those years.

[@jribe]

This needs to be its own 30 minute show

[@andyinoregon]

The discussion of Sarkisian at Texas at 9:45 should have mentioned this unbelievable stat: Sark is now the 6th consecutive Texas head coach unable to start 2-0 in their first season. The last to do so was Fred Akers in 1977.

[@scottytoohottysmith6991]

Say what? Did he say top 5 job in all of football? Hahahaha ok Klatt, sell that someplace else

[@erikpuka2627]

There are no free Jobs in the NFL. Every job is vacated

[@BigJeffrey85]

I hardly watch college football but listening to Klatt every week makes me interested.

[@AxelFire619]

Daddy’s home!!

[@AuburnFanSince2010]

I'm calling OJ Simpson. Bring him in.

[@thomasdaniels6824]

He would do a "killer" job at USC.

[@jamiecrawford8133]

@@thomasdaniels6824 He could definitely mentor the running backs on how to cut.

[@brucetucker4847]

He's too busy looking for the real killers.

[@icofu9016]

Joel Klatt and Colin are definitely boys. They have next level chemistry

[@steveisrael9825]

Today Herd says “take a big swing” Yesterday his list included Anthony Lynn and Doug Pederson. Also enjoyed Herd’s lecture on how we (LA) are different…..thanks Colin. As a native of and life long LA resident (for the last 5 years) Herd has his finger on the pulse of LA.

[@frankwitty7855]

It’s different out in the City Of Angels!!

[@TheSportsandFilmFellowship]

Yes I agree. But USC needs to focus on keeping Domani Jackson. He’s a generational talent.

[@calebspencer3451]

He’ll end up at Michigan

[@itz_gilmore784]

He’s commit to Michigan. Watch

[@bostonsportsfan5346]

@@itz_gilmore784 he’s committed to USC not Michigan. And I don’t see him leaving considering the person that recruited him is now the interim coach at USC

[@brandonjones7402]

Michigan fans don't get you hopes up

[@itz_gilmore784]

@@bostonsportsfan5346 I know he’s not committed to Michigan. I meant he is going to switch his commit to Michigan.

[@basketballplayer4978]

Does anyone love a city more than Colin loves LA?

[@thebuzz7282]

So nice of Colin Cowherd to come onto Joel’s show and talk some Cfb

[@mixsignal91]

I literally don't watch College football at all or care about it and yet I'll always watch when Klatt comes on Colin's show

[@Football-bk6li]

I thank God every day that Tuscaloosa is not Los Angeles

[@scottmccullough5012]

9ers drafted Deomodore Lenoir. Cb Oregon. Guy played 90 snaps and looked good. 5th round. Oregon has a darn good program.

[@scottgray7786]

Yeah, all we have down here are sandwich shops, "Joe's Chevrolet", and Bubba's buffet. Can't understand why anyone would want to come down here. Did not realize California was the fourth biggest economy in the world. If that's the case , why are so many of my new neighbors from there?

[@brucetucker4847]

Because it's probably the third most expensive place to live!

[@greghall4215]

Because it's the poorest run state by a long shot! They take corrupt politicians to a completely different level!

[@jamess2293]

6-6 in whiteouts is because they play Ohio state in half of them, Michigan in the other half. The last non-Osu/Michigan whiteout was 2011 Alabama.

[@andyinoregon]

Good info.

[@tjohnson1673]

Best part abt College Football. Joe Klatt owning Colin. Love it!!!!

[@rxtrerx]

Wow Deion on my squad would be crazy good to me ! He will get the top DB’s abs will get a top dual threat qb!

[@robd1811]

Auburn does have a very experienced OC though

[@jmw434]

Joe Platt: That's not a wild take.... That's facts ... 🔥🔥🔥

[@lawrencedockery9032]

Klatt slightly wrong about Bryan Harsin at Auburn. Outside of Boise he was the OC at Texas for a while before replacing Gus Malzahn as the head coach at Arkansas State in 2013

[@DarklingThrush]

Bill O'Brien will be the next head coach at USC. Repeat of last year when Sark went to Texas.

[@teacherl8330]

Joel owns Colin more than Nick does, and both are so bloody entertaining in doing so. Colin should lean into being the straight guy (as they say in comedy).

[@frank-bmtz]

Klatt daddy is back.

[@Football-bk6li]

Hey Colin ... the most interesting segment of your week is Joel Klatt talking college football. It's also the only time of the week you talk college football. What do you think needs to be changed to improve your show? Take your own advice.

[@denroy3]

Klatt, I just said same thing on another site when they were playing Helton was fired because Meyer is quitting after 2 games. They fired Helton to keep him from "saving" his job.

[@HARDS0UP]

Now that these kids can make money they have to worry about taxes. Cali taxes are brutal

[@philliphortonRanger501]

Colin must don’t like prime time Deion lol 😂

[@PoliticallyIncorrect90]

Not sure what their issue is with Fickell. He would be a great hire.

[@sdresden5393]

If Folt was concerned with character issues with Urban,....why would she allow Bohn to even consider Bienemy ?

[@okGDJ]

Joel just took over the show lol

[@fischook1238]

After watching today's Washington State game I believe Donte Williams is a serious candidate to be our next head coach. USC looked like the USC of old. And He looked like a USC coach should look. They played with lot's of emotion and as a team all feeding off their coach's energy. He loves his players and they love playing for him. Personally I am cheering for Donte Williams to be our next head coach. I did not know whether he was ready or not, but today he looked every bit the part. He had everyone going, the other coaches and the players. It should be very interesting to see how the season plays out. Also it would be so wonderful to finally have a black man as our head coach. And I say this as a White USC Almunus. I would be thrilled to see him win the job. From what I have seen so far He is very well qualified for the position. He looks like the best candidate to me so far. And the best man should get the job. I am cheering for him because he has everyone working as a team together as one. Everyone is involved again knowing they can see the field at any time. They believe in each other and believe they can win, Fight On.

[@broadcasttttable]

What day of the week does Klatt normally visit The Herd?

[@DJCloroxx]

Top 3 coaching job in the sport? When they aren't a Top 5 coaching job IN THE CITY. College Football ain't what it used to be.

[@robotsex111]

Bring your daddy to work day.

[@NFace23]

Lol Colin. Auburn very well may beat PSU but it won't be because the white-out is overhyped.

[@KingUfa206]

Go big Bohn

[@tyn8823]

Deion would be crazy

[@SKiiTTLe5]

“Everything works in Boise”…now that’s facts

[@cms1250]

Bo nix has been at auburn since 1975

[@rvhubboss]

How about Graham Harrell?

[@mikemarc92]

Deion is doing some great things with his small budget 👀

[@WETU334]

Right! I didn't like how Colin downplayed Prime like that

[@zacharycummings3238]

Love to Klatt/Herd chemistry, just wish they weren’t so biased towards BIG10 thanks to being with Fox

[@LEMATTOFFICIAL]

Y'all cold with the Colin comments 🤣😭

[@Igor-sl7ze]

USC is definitely not a top 3 job. LA is a recruiting hot bed but these high schoolers have never seen USC be relevant. They’ve seen Oregon, Ohio State, Bama, Clemson be relevant. USC is way more appealing to old people than it is to teenagers

[@BigZoe99]

Love Joel Klatt but I'm sorry, USC is not a top 3 job lol. Last few coach searches it wasnt like dudes were lining up for the job. Is USC bigger than Oklahoma or Texas football? How about Alabama and Ohio st?

[@kyletucker3811]

I'd argue at the moment it's not bigger or more attractive than Oregon. Of course I'm slightly biased. But the idea the Pac-12 is desperate for them to be the corner stone is ridiculous.

[@brandonjones7402]

@@kyletucker3811 if oregons brand was as strong as usc christobal wouldn't even be mentioned on anyone's list. No one would have him on a list if they didn't think it was an upgrade

[@OneLuv777]

It is a top 3 job you just don’t understand why but when they hire the right guy then you will see why it’s a too 3 job.

[@bdbd1390]

Think getting Eric from the Chiefs would be my ideal, but if he gets offered a pro hc job. He will prob take that first.

[@PanyeBest]

Give Joel the job

[@justinbrosious6601]

How did Auburn do against that White Out lol

[@jacksonday1590]

The Way colin got so dejected over Joel's suggestion over coach prime, after pleading with them to take a huge swing is hilarious

[@grc1315]

Funny how tOSU’s over 600 yards on offense is a reflection of Oregon’s defense.

[@quinthomas5805]

Joel Klatt trying to discredit Harsin is hilarious.

[@peterpignatello6165]

Klatt all over iowa last week$$$

[@ericmclean4291]

The first thing USC needs to understand that they are NOT special. This is the same thing that Miami has struggled with because they are too hung up on past glory. It is foolish to believe that Dabo wouldn't work at USC.

[@MichaelBrown-ti1un]

Dabo's a hokie bible thumper. That wouldn't play in L.A.

[@toadt-rex3066]

Hey, Tanner McKee looks like Andrew Luck 2.0, bro

[@andy_hay23]

Anybody here after Lincoln Riley got the job?

[@jimward8025]

If it's a top 3 job why was Helton there LOL

[@knicholson1]

Deion Sanders??? What the…? I’d add Bill O’Brien to the list.

[@dustinharris7475]

mario is now the alabama of the west coast another saban coach