Interesting question.

The original purpose of the electoral college was as one of the checks and balances in the system. If the people made a foolish vote, the EC could vote to make the election sensible. The Electors were all generally monied landowners with an interest in the political success of whatever candidate.

More interesting is the tie electoral college vote. That is possible this year if you spin the wheel just right. Then the vote goes to the senate and each state gets exactly one vote regardless of the EC votes, regardless of the popular vote or their population density. That vote will be decided by the congressional representatives and senators. Hmm.

The only answer is for as many people to exercise their citizenship and weight the popular vote in such a way that the EC doesn't get the decision or the congress.