Actor Timothée Chalamet, known for his roles in Dune and Wonka, left fans puzzled when he was announced as the special guest picker for ESPN’s College GameDay.
With no apparent ties to college football, many questioned his selection. However, Chalamet silenced skeptics with his in-depth knowledge and well-researched analysis, earning praise from fans and the show’s hosts alike.
Timothée Chalamet’s Analytical Leaves Internet Impressed
Chalamet’s debut pick for the SWAC Championship demonstrated his preparation. “I’m going Jackson State, eight wins in a row, 11 all-conference players, this should be a comfortable, easy win for them,” he confidently stated.
His research impressed co-host Kirk Herbstreit, who acknowledged the actor’s dedication: “He said I only got six games, I’m bringing the heat on all six.”
When selecting the winner of the Clemson-SMU ACC Championship game, Chalamet referenced the historic Pony Express running attack from the 1980s, showcasing his grasp of football history. “Kevin Jennings is a legitimate Heisman contender next year, in my humble opinion. I’m pulling for SMU, it smells like the 1980s folks,” he remarked.
A Nod to McConaughey and the Longhorns
For the SEC Championship game between Texas and Georgia, Chalamet’s pick was influenced by his connection to actor Matthew McConaughey, a fervent Texas Longhorns fan. Chalamet, who played McConaughey’s son in Interstellar, explained:
“You know it’s hard to beat the same team twice. Adjustments are made, it’s like a game of chess… I’m going with my movie-dad McConaughey here. I’m sorry to everyone here, this is a Longhorn’s victory, hook’em horns.”
Chalamet’s Full GameDay Picks
Here are the actor’s selections for championship games:
SWAC Championship: Jackson State over Southern University
MAC Championship: Ohio over Miami (Ohio)
Sun Belt Championship: Louisiana over Marshall
Big 12 Championship: Arizona State over Iowa State
ACC Championship: SMU over Clemson
Big Ten Championship: Oregon over Penn State
SEC Championship: Texas over Georgia
Social Media Applause for Chalamet
Fans and analysts alike took to social media to commend Chalamet’s preparation and insight. “I’ve never been more wrong about anything in my life than I was about Timothée Chalamet’s college football knowledge. I’m speechless. This guy knows ball,” one fan wrote on X.
Peter Schrager of FOX Sports also lauded Chalamet, saying: “Timothée Chalamet came prepared, researched, and referenced the Pony Express. Maybe the best College GameDay guest picker yet. NYC guy. Respect.”
As College GameDay wrapped up its broadcast in Atlanta ahead of the Texas-Georgia SEC Championship, fans were left impressed by Chalamet’s expertise, making his appearance one of the most memorable in the show’s history.
What Are Timothee Chalamet’s Education Qualifications?
Timothée Chalamet briefly studied at Columbia University in New York before transferring to New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study.
Born in December 1995 in New York City, Chalamet spent most of his life in New York State, apart from traveling for film projects. He was raised in Hell’s Kitchen and attended the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, known for nurturing creative talent.
After enrolling at both Columbia University and NYU, Chalamet eventually chose to leave college to focus on his burgeoning acting career.
Chalamet is set to star in the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, premiering on December 25. The film, approved by Dylan himself, will feature Chalamet performing some of Dylan’s iconic songs.
