Welcome back, ShedHeads. We missed you. This is a long one, so lock in.

The long summer drought is finally over, and the familiar roar of college football Saturdays is back to fill our weekends with drama, heartbreak, and pure chaos. And with that, the chase for the most coveted trophy in all of sports (yes, even more than the Heisman): The Front Door Cup.

This isn’t just another season—it’s Year 5. Half a decade of Shed tradition, rivalry, and bragging rights. If you’ve been here since the beginning, you know the legends, the heartbreakers, and the unforgettable upsets that have defined this competition, none bigger than the infamous Rutgers lateral play. If you’re new to the Shed, buckle up. You’re in for a wild ride. We have to admit, year 5 was in doubt, but some gentle encouragement from one of the Shed’s most loyal followers pushed us over the edge and we’re back.

Let’s set the scene:

• Guy #2: The reigning champ, looking to defend his crown and etch his name deeper into Shed lore. The only two-time FDC winner and soonest-to-be dad.
• Guy #1: Perpetually lurking in the shadows, the wildcard who has shown flashes of greatness but is still chasing his defining moment and second FDC crown. Just like his second-place finish in the 2024 FDC standings, he is second in the race to fatherhood.
• Guy #3: The scrappy underdog, the guy who always seems just one upset pick away from glory. Can Year 5 finally be his year? With only one FDC chip and no kid on the way, he is ready to top the ranks in 2025.

Week 1 gives us a full slate of heavyweight clashes, sneaky trap games, and chances for bold calls that could set the tone for the entire season. Will someone swing for the fences right out of the gate, or will the Guys play it safe, waiting for the late-season chaos to make their move?

One thing’s for sure: Saturdays in the Shed are back (in spirit only, thanks to a certain building company named after an Ivy League school). The laughter, the trash talk, the heartbreak of a missed cover, and the sweet joy of nailing that upset pick no one else saw coming—it all starts now.

So welcome back, ShedHeads. Grab your chair, crack open your beverage of choice, and settle in. Year 5 of the Front Door Cup begins today. And trust us—you won’t want to miss a single snap. Let’s ride.

Week 1 Picks

Guy #1 (0-0)

1. Texas +1.5
2. Alabama -13.5
3. LSU +4
4. Georgia -38.5
5. Utah -6

Guy #2

1. Texas +1.5
2. Alabama v. Florida State o50.5
3. LSU +4
4. Oklahoma State -20.5
5. TCU -3.5

Guy #3

1. Texas +1.5
2. Alabama -14
3. LSU +3.5
4. Notre Dame -2.5
5. Texas A&M -24.5

There you have it. The Week 1 picks. Two direct deposits this week? What a way to start year 5. Tail at your own risk! Check in next week for Week 2 picks!