Guest: KEITH KOVAL

Calling all College Football fans, are you ready to kick off the season with some bold predictions? Want to know who’s topping the Big 10 and SEC? Join us on this episode of MBFS Quick Hits, where Mark Ritter and Keith Koval from MBFS dive into the gridiron action. From Pittsburgh to Penn State, we’re breaking down the teams to watch, like Alabama, Georgia, and Texas. Grab your game day gear and tune in for a chat that’s all about the thrill of College Football!

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • (00:00) Intro: Meet Keith Koval
  • (01:48) Keith shares his background as a Pittsburgh graduate and career path
  • (04:10) Mark reflects on the joys of college football versus the NFL
  • (06:02) Keith recalls childhood love for College Football, sparked by attending Pitt games
  • (08:00) Predictions on the ACC and SEC for this year
  • (10:54) Predictions on the Big 10
  • (12:34) Notes Penn State’s favorable schedule, key to winning the  National Championship
  • (15:07) Keith predicts Notre Dame in the National Championship, suggesting the winner of Ohio State vs. Texas is the other National Championship finalist

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Penn State and Ohio State are predicted to lead the Big 10. Mark Ritter points out Penn State’s loaded roster as a National Championship contender. At the same time, Keith Koval highlights their favorable schedule.
  • In the SEC, Alabama, Georgia, Texas, LSU, and Mississippi are top picks, but Keith Koval notes their demanding schedules could impact National Championship chances.
  • Clemson, Miami, Georgia Tech, Louisville, and SMU are Keith Koval’s top ACC teams, with MBFS’s Pittsburgh-based expert predicting a strong season driven by new coaches and key transfers.

RESOURCE LINKS:

Mark Ritter Website
Mark Ritter – LinkedIn
Keith Koval – LinkedIn

Mark Ritter is the CEO of MBFS and an expert in credit unions and business lending. His primary role at MBFS is overseeing the strategy of helping credit unions assist members with business needs and consulting with credit unions on planning the delivery of services to their membership.