Gary Patterson and Bobby Petrino already dove straight in with Week Zero wins, while a number of high-profile assistants could be key to many teams’ fortunes.

From LSU’s all-in gamble to Kalen DeBoer’s warming seat, these are the people and programs with the most at stake this season.

Gary Patterson and Bobby Petrino already dove straight in with Week Zero wins, while a number of high-profile assistants could be key to many teams’ fortunes.