Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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Pac-12 on the verge of collapse? Oklahoma legend calls out Sooners move to the SEC + the 5 teams best built to win college hoops national title Feb 15, 2023

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron gives an update on Pac-12 expansion and why the league can be in trouble, then discusses Barry Switzer's critical comments of Oklahoma's move to the SEC. Finally, in a wide open college hoops season, Aaron gives you the five teams he believes are best suited to win it all - with a few very surprising teams mixed in.

Pac-12 on the verge of falling apart? Aaron opens by talking about the Pac-12 - while some are focused on potential expansion candidates, Aaron explains why a new report plaints a different picture. Is this league on the verge of breaking up?

Oklahoma legend calls out Sooners' move to the SEC: Next up, legendary Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer calls out the school's move to the SEC - is he right?

The five teams best built to win college hoops' national title: Finally, we are officially two weeks from March. In a wide open season, Aaron gives the five teams he believes are best built to win the title this season. The list might surprise you.

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Did the refs cost Philly the Super Bowl? Is Bama hoops historically great, Duke-Virginia ending + Kentucky heading to the NIT? Feb 13, 2023

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On today's show Aaron discusses a wild Super Bowl and why the refs did NOT cost Philadelphia a win against KC. Then he talks college hoops - is Bama historically great, the wild Duke-Virginia ending + is Kentucky headed to the NIT?

Super Bowl reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show with Super Bowl reaction. He explains why did NOT cost Philly the game, and why he knew the Eagles were in trouble late in the third quarter. Plus, thoughts on Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts and of course, the Riahanna halftime performance.

The weekend in college hoops: From there, Aaron discusses the weekend that was in college hoops. Is it time to start talking about Alabama as a potentially historically great team after the Auburn win (18:00). Duke's controversial loss to Virginia (32:00) and finally is Kentucky headed to the NIT (41:00)? Plus thoughts on UConn-Creighton, Purdue losing to Northwestern and UCLA rolling again.

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Texas and Oklahoma head to SEC early, Super Bowl Pick, Right/Wrong + Nick Coffey joins the show Feb 10, 2023

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Aaron opens with the bombshell - Texas and Oklahoma are headed to the SEC early - what does it mean for the two schools and the SEC? From there, he makes his Super Bowl pick and plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." Finally, old friend Nick Coffey joins the show to talk the failing ACC, what's wrong with Louisville and how bad are things between Calipari and Kentucky fans?

Oklahoma and Texas are headed to the SEC early - now what (2:00): Aaron opens the show with the big news of Thursday, as Texas and Oklahoma will head to the SEC a year early. Aaron explains why this was always what was going to happen, but what the hold-ups were to get to this point. Also, who are the big winners and losers and what can we expect from the two schools in Year One in the best conference in college sports.

Nick Coffey stops by for a visit (18:00): Next up, Aaron is joined by his old friend Nick Coffey to whip around the world of college sports. The guys discuss how the ACC has gotten so bad in college sports - and if UNC made a big mistake in hiring Hubert Davis. Also, how did Louisville get so bad, and just how bad are things for John Calipari with Kentucky.

Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong + Super Bowl Pick (55:00): Final, Aaron wraps with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" where he talks the Kevin Durant trade to Phoenix, and why he was dead right about how the Oklahoma/Texas scenario played out with the SEC. Also, the college hoops teams he was right and wrong about - plus, he wraps by making his Super Bowl pick!!!!

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Arkansas makes its statement, another dud for Kentucky, North Carolina to the NIT + Is UConn back?! Feb 09, 2023

Show notes

It's an all hoops Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron talks about Arkansas once again getting hot in February, all while Kentucky suffers a frustrating loss. Then, he talks whether UNC is headed to the NIT after a third straight loss and is UConn back after a dominant win?

Arkansas dominates at Rupp (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Arkansas' dominating win at Rupp. The Hogs are hot again in February, and for the third year in a row appear to be a threat. How good could they be? And how did we get here.

Another frustrating loss for Kentucky (13:00): Next, Aaron looks at it from the Kentucky perspective, as the Wildcats lost another tough one. Torres still thinks they're a tournament team, but with another dud (now their third loss at home this season) is this officially the worst coaching job of John Calipari's career?

UNC headed to the NIT and is UConn back?: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing two other marquee results from Tuesday. UNC has lost three straight - is the preseason No. 1 team headed to the NIT (21:00)? And is UConn back after a dominating win over No. 10 Marquette (35:00)?

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Jaden Rashada crazy NIL details come out - now what? Plus, the Ringer's John Jastremski talks Jim Boeheim and will Pitino go to St. John's? Feb 07, 2023

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Aaron opens the show by discussing a report from "The Athletic" detailing all the crazy details of Jaden Rashada's NIL contract. Then he welcomes in "The Ringer's" John Jastremski to talk the Jim Boeheim mess at Syracuse and if it's time to go, and could St. John's actually hire Rick Pitino?

Details on Jaden Rashada's crazy NIL contract: Aaron opens the show by discussing the Athletic's report which detailed Jaden Rashada's crazy NIL deal. He describes the crazy before explaining what it means for the kid, Florida and the future of NIL. Will the NIL market correct itself in coming years?

The Ringer's John Jastremski talks Boeheim mess + Pitino to St. John's: Next up, Aaron welcomes John Jastremski, host of "New York, New York" with the Ringer. The guys talk Jim Boeheim - and if it's finally time for him to retire, before switching gears to St. John's. Could the Johnnies actually make a move on Rick Pitino?

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Bizarre Jim Boeheim rant, loaded Saturday college hoops recap, Hugh Freeze making moves at Auburn + Bama makes its hire Feb 06, 2023

Show notes

Aaron opens the show by discussing Jim Boeheim's weird rant and why it's time to step away, before switching to a loaded Saturday of college hoops. UNC loses to Duke and it's looking bleak in Chapel Hill and is Purdue losing to Indiana proof they're overrated? Plus, thoughts on the Big 12, Kentucky, Arizona and more. Finally he talks Hugh Freeze quietly making moves at Auburn and Alabama getting its man at offensive coordinator.

Jim Boeheim bizarre rant (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Jim Boeheim's bizarre rant about NIL and returning for next year. He explains why Boeheim is dead wrong, and why this is more proof that this is time for him to step away as Syracuse's head coach

Saturday college hoops recap (20:00): From there, Aaron talks a loaded Saturday of college hoops. Is it officially time for UNC to worry after losing to Duke, and is a Purdue loss to Indiana proof that the Boilermakers are overrated? Plus, thoughts on Iowa State-Kansas, UConn-Georgetown and why Kentucky and Arizona are getting hot at the right time.

Alabama gets its OC (43:00) and Hugh Freeze making moves at Auburn (56:00): Finally, Aaron talks some college football. Alabama hires its OC - and many wonder if he's the right guy. Plus, Hugh Freeze quietly making moves at Auburn!

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Does Duke-UNC still matter without Coach K? Jamion Christian on NIL, portal in college hoops and more + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong Feb 03, 2023

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With the first Duke-UNC game this weekend, Aaron wonders if the rivalry died when Coach K left last season. Then, he brings former D1 head coach Jamion Christian for a wide-ranging topic, including how much NIL has changed college hoops in 2023? Finally, Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong, as Aaron shares his best NFL takes, the one college hoops program he was dead wrong on and more.

Does Duke-UNC still matter without Coach K? (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing what *should* be the game of the weekend: Duke vs. UNC in Durham. Does this rivalry still matter now that Coach K is gone? From there, Aaron also discusses Nate Oats' extension (and what it means for the rest of college hoops) and a couple big results from Wednesday night, including a big Xavier win and bad Tennessee loss.

Former D1 head coach Jamion Christian with a wide-ranging conversation on college hoops (21:00): Next, Aaron welcomes his old buddy, Jamion Christian, an AT Media contributor and former D1 head coach who twice coached in the NCAA Tournament. They discuss the 2023 college hoops season and how the transfer portal has changed things for everyone. Also, just how big of a role does NIL play in any kid's decision to commit to a college - and Jamion lists the teams that he has his eye on as we get closer to March!

Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (1:01:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" talking about his best and worst NFL take, and why he was dead right on Duke basketball. Also, the one college hoops program he was wrong about following last weekend.

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Saban goes off on NIL, Tuesday Night College Hoops + an interesting thought on Sean Payton to Denver Feb 01, 2023

Show notes

Aaron opens the show discussing Sean Payton's move to Denver - and why there might be an interesting historical comparison to another Super Bowl winning coach who crashed and burned at his second stop. Then, he talks about NIL going off on NIL and wraps with Tuesday college hoops. Kansas is once again alive, Arkansas may have turned a corner, Bama rolls and Kentucky and UConn pick up much needed wins.

Sean Payton thoughts (2:00): Aaron opens the show with a little NFL news, as Sean Payton is headed to Denver. Aaron explains why he knew this was happening a few days ago, and why there might be an interesting historical comparison to another former Super Bowl winning head coach.

Nick Saban goes off on NIL (19:00): Next, Aaron shares some interesting quotes from Nick Saban on NIL - and explains how Saban might have shown us what the future of NIL looks like

Tuesday college hoops (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with a little Tuesday college hoops, as Kansas rolls, Arkansas might be getting hot, Bama picks up a historic win, and Kentucky and UConn get much needed victories.

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Bengals-Chiefs and 49ers-Eagles thoughts, RIP Billy Packer + College Hoops Weekend - Tennessee, Indiana, Kentucky-Kansas and more Jan 30, 2023

Show notes

Aaron opens the show by discussing the weekend in the NFL - and his three big takeaways from Bengals-Chiefs. Then he remembers broadcasting legend Billy Packer and shares thoughts on the big college hoops games, including Texas-Tennessee, another win from Indiana, Kentucky-Kansas, Creighton and more.

NFL Playoff reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing his three big takeaways from the Bengals-Chiefs thriller. Why we officially have the NFL's next great rivalry, why Bengals feels should feel *good* coming out of Sunday and why Torres was dead wrong on Mahomes. Plus, a quick thought on the 49ers-Eagles debacle.

RIP Billy Packer (25:00): Next, Aaron transitions to college hoops - where the world lost a broadcasting icon in Billy Packer on late Thursday. Why Packer's importance to college hoops remains to this day.

College hoops weekend thoughts (33:30): Finally, he wraps talking college hoops weekend results, where Tennessee might just have its best team yet under Rick Barnes (but can you trust them) and Indiana is on a roll. Plus, Kansas-Kentucky, a big loss for Bama and a monster win for Creighton.

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College football transfer portal winners, preview of a wild college hoops and NFL weekend + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong Jan 27, 2023

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron names his winners of the early part of the college football transfer portal. Then he previews a huge weekend in sports and makes his picks on the mega games in college hoops and the NFL. Finally, "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" on his best and worst NFL takes, college hoops:

College football transfer portal winners (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing college football's transfer portal winners. First he discusses what schools like LSU, Michigan, Colorado and Kentucky did - and the impact that those players will have next season. Plus, a few surprise teams make the list.

Preview of a wild sports weekend (25:00): Next up, Aaron previews what should be an all-time sports weekend. Thoughts on a loaded Saturday of college hoops which features Texas-Tennessee, Kansas-Kentucky, Baylor-Arkansas and more in the SEC-Big 12 Challenge. Then, he makes his AFC and NFC title game picks.

Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (44:00): Finally, it's time for the latest edition of Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong. Torres gives his best and worst takes of the NFL season, explains why he was dead right about two college hoops powers, and wrong about his beloved Huskies and John Calipari.

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