Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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How many college hoops teams can ACTUALLY win it all? + How good of a job is Indiana? Feb 11, 2025

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With football done - it's time to turn our full attention to college hoops with this LOADED Aaron Torres Pod. Torres shares the only 7 teams he can win a national championship this year and also asks the question: How good of a job is Indiana ACTUALLY in this modern era?!

The only seven teams that can win the college hoops national title (2:00): With football over it's time to turn to college hoops - and Torres opens the show with a simple question: How many teams are actually good enough to win the national title? Torres says the answer is MUCH smaller than you think and explains who are the only 7 teams to win the title, and realistically why it's probably a 5-team race at this point!

How good of a job is Indiana in the modern era (29:00): Also, with the Indiana job officially open - Torres asks a simple question: How good is the Indiana job in the modern era. The school has plenty of history - but little recent success. Is it good, better or worse than people think?! Also, does NIL and the portal help or hurt coaching interest?

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Super Bowl REACTION: Torres talks Eagles dominant win, Kansas City's meltdown and more Feb 10, 2025

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In a rare-NFL only pod - Torres talks the Super Bowl! We'll return to college hoops later in the week - but today Torres talks America rejoicing with Philadelphia's win over KC, were KC and the AFC overrated all year and why it's time to stop comparing Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady

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Mike Woodson "retirement" - who's next at Indiana? Better built for a run: Arkansas or Kentucky? St. John's-UConn preview + Torres makes his Super Bowl pick! Feb 07, 2025

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We have a two-part Aaron Torres Pod: First, Torres opens with the news that Mike Woodson is "retiring" at Indiana. What really happened and who's next at IU? Then Torres dives into the main show talking about who is more built for a run in February - Kentucky or Arkansas and he previews a loaded weekend slate highlighted by St. John's hosting UConn. Finally he wraps with his Super Bowl pick!

Mike Woodson "retires" who is next at Indiana (2:00): In a special bonus segment - Torres reacts to the news that Mike Woodson is "retiring" at Indiana! What really went down - plus why this isn't a "retirement." Plus, who is next for one of the most coveted jobs in the sport?

Who is better built for a run - Kentucky or Arkansas + previewing a LOADED weekend slate (33:00): From there, Torres gets into the main show, discussing two of the most polarizing teams in college hoops - Kentucky and Arkansas. After Arkansas picked up another win Wednesday and with UK coming off a loss - who is better built for a run these next few weeks? Kentucky or Arkansas? Plus, Torres previews St. John's-UConn and a LOADED weekend slate (55:00).

What's REALLY going on with the recruitment of 5-star Nate Ament (1:15:00): Next, Torres talks the recruitment of 5-star Nate Ament. he continues to add schools and visits - so what's REALLY going on?

Finally, Torres makes his Super Bowl pick (1:24:00)

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Kentucky's defensive struggles continue - how much blame is on Mark Pope?! Rick Pitino and St. John's has their moment + Who's next at Indiana? Feb 05, 2025

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On today's show Torres recaps an INSANE night in college hoops. Kentucky's defense fails them - is there any fixing the Cats?! St. John's and Rick Pitino had their big moment knocking off Marquette, plus thoughts on Arizona, Texas Tech and Auburn getting big wins. Finally, Torres talks about the sad state of Indiana hoops - where a coaching change seems inevitable. The question: Who's next?!

Kentucky's defensive issues continue - how much is on Mark Pope (): Kentucky had another frustrating display Tuesday night, getting blown out Ole Miss. How much can be blamed on injuries + how much falls on Mark Pope?

Rick Pitino + St. John's has its moment + the rest of Tuesday night hoops (): From there, Torres talks about St. John's having a historic moment beating Marquette, and why this is one of the most special basketball stories we've seen. He also talks about wins for Auburn and Arizona.

Who's next at Indiana (): After another ugly loss for Indiana - it's clear Mike Woodson won't be back. So how attractive is this job? And who could be next?!

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Why John Calipari + Arkansas CAN make a run to the NCAA Tourney | Changes coming at UNC? | Previewing Kentucky-Ole Miss, Marquette-St Johns + Arizona-BYU Feb 04, 2025

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On today's show Torres explains why Arkansas CAN make an NCAA Tourney run after beating Kentucky. Then he talks about Hubert Davis admitting changes are needed at UNC. Plus, he previews a MONSTER Tuesday slate, talking Kentucky-Ole Miss, Marquette-St. John's, Arizona-BYU AND MORE!

Why John Calipari + Arkansas CAN make a run to the NCAA Tournament (2:00): Torres opens the show following up on the big story from the weekend. After Arkansas beat Kentucky people said it was a fluke - but as Torres explains, history and the data say the Hogs actually have a clear path to the NCAA Tournament.

Big changes coming at North Carolina (22:00): From there, Torres talks about an interesting update at North Carolina. Hubert Davis admits changes are coming - but will it be enough?!

Previewing a loaded Tuesday slate (37:00): Finally Torres wraps by discussing a LOADED Tuesday slate, sharing thoughts on Kentucky-Ole Miss, Marquette-St. John's, Arizona-BYU and more!

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Arkansas STUNS Kentucky at Rupp: Calipari Revenge's, Questions about Mark Pope + UConn beats Marquette, UNC etc. Feb 02, 2025

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On today's show Torres reacts to a LOADED Saturday of college hoops. Arkansas STUNS Kentucky at Rupp. What this says about John Calipari. Also, questions about Mark Pope? Then, Torres talks the rest of a big day of hoops, hitting on UConn's big win over Marquette, Duke-UNC AND MORE!

John Calipari gets his revenge on Kentucky (3:00): Torres opens by discussing Arkansas' stunning win over Kentucky - and why this proves you can never really give up on Cal's teams

How worried should we be about Mark Pope (23:00): While Arkansas wins, Kentucky takes the stunning loss and looks flat and unprepared. Should UK fans at all be worried about Mark Pope's long-term fit?

Duke smashes UNC - as Tar Heels hit rock bottom (42:00): From there Torres talks Duke-UNC and explains why this has to be rock bottom for the Tar Heels program

UConn beats Marquette - and will only get better (53:00): UConn beats Marquette on the road - and Torres believes we're about to see the best version of UConn going forward

Bob Hurley goes crazy on Arizona + the rest of the weekend (1:03:00): From there, Torres wraps with Bobby Hurley going crazy in the Arizona-Arizona State game, the Wildcats' rise + the rest of the weekend in hoops.

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John Calipari's RETURN to Rupp - how will Kentucky fans react? Previewing a LOADED weekend + John Nabors joins the show Jan 31, 2025

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On today's show Torres discusses John Calipari's return to Kentucky as Arkansas Razorbacks head coach. How will Wildcat fans react. John Nabors from "Inside Arkansas" joins to preview the game. And finally, Torres looks ahead to an INSANE Saturday slate, including Arkansas-Kentucky, Duke-North Carolina, UConn-Marquette AND MORE!

John Calipari returns to Rupp Arena - how will fans react (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing John Calipari's return to Arkansas - and whether he believes fans will cheer or boo the Arkansas head coach.

Arkansas insider John Nabors joins the show (24:00): From there, Torres is joined by John Nabors of "Inside Arkansas" to preview the game from the Hogs perspective. How do Arkansas fans REALLY feel about their slow start under John Calipari and how much time will he get to fix things. Also, there's no way the Hogs can ACTUALLY beat Kentucky... right?

Previewing a LOADED slate of games (59:00): Finally, Torres wraps by previewing a LOADED slate of Saturday games, giving thoughts and predictions on Arkansas-Kentucky, Duke-UNC, UConn-Marquette AND MORE!

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Mid-Week College Hoops: Kentucky stuns Tennessee, UNC loses again - Hubert Davis future + the rest of Tuesday night action Jan 29, 2025

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On today's show as ‪Torres‬ looks back at a BUSY Tuesday in college hoops - Kentucky stuns Tennessee, as Mark Pope's insane start continues. UNC loses again - what is Hubert Davis future? Plus, big wins for Louisville, Michigan State and BYU and a look back at Arizona's stunner on Monday. Plus, an intriguing college football recruiting story?!

Kentucky beats Tennessee - in Mark Pope's best win at UK (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky stunning Tennessee in Knoxville. Torres dives deep, explains why this is Mark Pope's most impressive win at UK and why the Vols may not quite be who we thought they were.

UNC loses - what's Hubert Davis future + the rest of Tuesday college hoops (20:00): From there, Torres talks about a busy Tuesday in college hoops. UNC loses to fall to 13-9 - if they miss the tournament what is Hubert Davis' future?! Plus, he talks Arizona's thrilling Monday night win, as well as Louisville, Michigan State and BYU picking up wins.

Also, a VERY interesting recruiting story out of the world of college football!

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Bonus Pod: Bruce Pearl of No. 1 ranked Auburn joins the show + previewing Kentucky-Tennessee Tuesday night Jan 28, 2025

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On this bonus Aaron Torres Pod - Torres welcomes in coach Bruce Pearl of the No. 1 ranked Auburn Tigers! The guys talks his team's rise, star Johni Broome and just how far this team can go in March! Plus, Torres previews Tuesday night's MEGA showdown between Tennessee and Kentucky in Knoxville

Bruce Pearl joins the show (2:00): Torres opens by welcoming Bruce Pearl to the show, head coach of No. 1 ranked Auburn. The guys talk Auburn's historically great start, win over Tennessee Saturday and why star Johni Broome deserves National Player of the Year. Plus, why Pearl believes his team won't have any letdowns deeper in the season and why he is no where near retirement even in his mid-60's.

Kentucky-Tennessee preview (19:00): From there, Torres previews Tuesday night's mega showdown between Kentucky and Tennessee. Both teams are coming off a loss with big games to come - and can't afford to fall here. So who gets the win!?

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AFC/NFC title game reaction + Weekend college hoops - Auburn/Houston survive, Kentucky stunned by Vanderbilt! Jan 27, 2025

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On today's show Torres talks NFL playoffs - before switching gears to college hoops. The Bills choke again and it falls on Sean McDermott - should he be back?! Plus, weekend college hoops as Auburn and Houston survive and Kentucky is stunned by Vanderbilt. Plus, more proof Dan Hurley is college hoops new villain - and why that's a good thing!

AFC/NFC title game reaction (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking NFL Playoffs! Torres doesn't talk a ton of NFL, but has to react to the Bills choking again against the Chiefs - losing for a fourth time in the playoffs. Torres dives deep and wonders if this should be it for Sean McDermott. Plus, is the Eagles win proof Saquon Barkley should be the NFL MVP - even if he won't get it?!

Weekend college hoops (): Plus, weekend college hoops as Auburn (23:00) and Houston survive (34:00) and Kentucky is stunned by Vanderbilt (46:00). Is Kentucky just banged up or regressing?! Plus, more proof Dan Hurley is college hoops new villain - and why that's a good thing. Also, how worried should UConn fans be after another loss (56:00)!

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