The impossible just became inevitable.
Coach Clay “Stonewall” Merritt and the #12 UTSA Roadrunners are taking their shot at greatness — facing the mighty #5 Alabama Crimson Tide in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

This episode dives deep into the heart, grit, and chaos of playoff football in the College Football 26 Universe. Frankie “The Horn” Calderón returns on the call for 94.3 The Bird, and all of Runner Nation is ready to witness The Rise.

Can UTSA pull off one of the biggest upsets in college football history? Or will Alabama prove why they’re still the standard?

🔥 In This Episode:

UTSA’s Cinderella story reaches the playoffs

Alabama’s battle-tested dynasty returns to form

Coach Merritt’s locker room speech before kickoff

Play-by-play highlights from the playoff showdown

Postgame reaction, stats, and fan commentary

🎬 Watch now and experience “The Rise” — the Roadrunners’ fight for respect on the biggest stage.

📺 About the Series: “Rise of the Roadrunners”

A cinematic sports series chronicling Coach Clay “Stonewall” Merritt’s journey from Division II Western Colorado to building a powerhouse at UTSA. Every episode brings game-day action, story-driven commentary, and heart-pounding football moments — all within the College Football 26 universe.

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