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Tennessee-Georgia, Alabama-LSU previews, Louisville's light NCAA punishment, Aaron Right/Wrong + Kyrie Irving craziness Nov 04, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron discusses this crazy Kyrie Irving story, previews Tennessee-Georgia and Bama-LSU and discusses Louisville's light punishment from the NCAA. Finally, he plays Aaron Right, Aaron wrong, talking Adam Silver, the College Football Playoff rankings and the most overrated team in college hoops coming into the season.

Kyrie craziness (4:00): Aaron opens the show with some quick thoughts on the wild story surrounding Kyrie Irving, the fallout and what's next in one of the craziest off the court stories we've seen in a long time.

Tennessee-Georgia, Bama-LSU preview (18:00): From there, Aaron transitions to the meat of the show, hitting on the two big games in college football this weekend. Tennessee has another marquee game - will the Vols pull off another win? And is Bama being undervalued heading into LSU?

Louisville sanctions (36:00): The conversation continues as Aaron discusses Louisville's punishment from the NCAA? Was it too light, or did Louisville pay its dues firing Rick Pitino and Tom Jurich?

Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (51:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show with Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong, discussing Adam Silver, the College Football Playoff rankings and the most overrated team in college hoops. Also, why Jim Mora is exceeding expectations at UConn and one outspoken person about UCLA and USC's move to the Big Ten.

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Hugh Freeze joins the show, College Football Playoff ranking reaction + Gonzaga... to the Big 12? Nov 03, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron reacts to the College Football Playoff rankings and the reports of Gonzaga to the Big 12. Then, Liberty coach Hugh Freeze joins the show to discuss his 7-1 Liberty team, a matchup with Arkansas this weekend and whether he'd have interest in any available coaching jobs. Here's a full rundown:

College Football Playoff Ranking Reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the College Football Playoff rankings, and explains while the committee got one thing right... they got quite a bit dead wrong. Torres has the details.

Gonzaga to the Big 12 (15:00): Next, Aaron shares his thoughts on a report that Gonzaga could be headed... to the Big 12! He explains why it actually makes sense, the positives and negatives for the Zags and the Big 12 and whether he thinks it will happen or not.

Hugh Freeze joins the show (31:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show with the man everyone wants to hear from - Liberty head coach Hugh Freeze! He explains how Liberty is again off to a hot start, and his secret to building winners everywhere he goes. He shares some thoughts on this weekend's game against Arkansas and answers the question everyone wants to know - if he'd consider leaving Liberty for other coaching jobs.

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Auburn fires Bryan Harsin, who's next at Auburn, Michigan-Michigan State brawl fallout + college hoops exhibition thoughts on Louisville, Gonzaga-Tennessee, Arkansas-Texas and more Nov 01, 2022

Show notes

Aaron opens the show by discussing Bryan Harsin's firing at Auburn and what went wrong, before revealing the realistic candidates for the job. From there, he discusses the fall out from the wild brawl and why Michigan State could be in big trouble. Finally he wraps with reaction from a busy weekend of college hoops exhibition's, including Louisville losing to a DII team, Tennessee beating Gonzaga, Texas crushing Arkansas and more!

Auburn fires Bryan Harsin, who's next (2:30): Aaron opens the show by discussing Auburn's firing of Bryan Harsin. What went wrong for Harsin and Auburn, and who could be next? Torres shares his thoughts on Deion, Lane Kiffin, Hugh Freeze and more

Michigan State-Michigan brawl fall out (25:00): From there, Aaron shares updates from the brawl involving Michigan State and Michigan football - and why things just got even worse for Michigan State. Where does the program go from here?

College hoops exhibition thoughts (40:00): Finally, Aaron wraps discussing thoughts on college hoops exhibitions where Louisville lost to a DII squad, Tennessee beat Gonzaga and Texas punked Arkansas. Plus, can Kentucky stay healthy this season and the one team AT loves going into the year.

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Tennessee better than we think? Mark Stoops needs to evolve? How good is Ohio State? Update on Auburn's future? Oct 31, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron wonders if Tennessee is actually even better than we think, and explains why it's time to ask tough questions of Mark Stoops. Also, are we sure Ohio State is good and Aaron explains how two key things happened over the weekend that could let us know about Auburn football's future. Here's a full rundown:

Is Tennessee better than we think (3:00)? Aaron opens the show by discussing Tennessee steamrolling another Top 20 opponent. Why the Vols should be No. 1 in the first College Football Playoff poll and also, why all of sudden, comparisons to 2019 LSU aren't so crazy.

Why Mark Stoops needs to evolve (14:00)?: Next, Aaron looks at the other side and wonders if it's time for Mark Stoops to evolve. What Stoops has done at Kentucky is incredible - but with his most talented roster yet, is Stoops still coaching "not to lose" rather than to win?

Just how good is Ohio State (24:00)?: Ohio State won once again, but the Buckeyes trailed deep into the fourth quarter. In a year where the expectation is to beat Michigan, win the Big Ten and win in the playoff, are we sure that the Buckeyes are built to hang with teams like Georgia, Tennessee and yes, even Michigan?

Updates at Auburn (42:00)?: Finally, Aaron discusses a potential new AD at Auburn, and why Hugh Freeze's contract extension at Liberty won't keep him from going to Auburn - if they pay up.

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Ohio State-Penn State, Kentucky-Tennessee, Georgia-Florida and the rest of the Week 9 slate + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong Oct 28, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron previews the big Week 9 games, and asks if Penn State is Ohio State's toughest matchup until Michigan, if Kentucky can upset Tennessee and why he loves Georgia big over Florida. Plus, Aaron right, Aaron Wrong on Brian Kelly, Jimbo Fisher, Baker Mayfield and one conference's fight for survival. Here's a full rundown:

College football's Week 9 preview Part I (5:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the biggest games of the weekend, including why Penn State will be Ohio State's toughest matchup until Michigan, and if Kentucky has enough to upset Tennessee.

College football Week 9 preview Part II (18:00): We're back to discuss the other intriguing games in Week 9 including why Georgia will roll Florida, why Michigan might embarrass Michigan State, and the one West Coast everyone should fear.

Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (30:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" explaining why he was right on Brian Kelly and one big NBA topic, but also dead wrong on Jimbo Fisher and a College Football Playoff contender.

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How many teams can realistically make the College Football Playoff and who has the easiest/hardest path? Plus, the Pac-12 commissioner goes OFF on UCLA and USC - and he's right Oct 27, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron discusses:

The schools that can make the College Football Playoff Part I (2:00): Aaron opens the show by listing all the schools that have a legitimate chance to make the College Football Playoff, opening with the most likely, including Georgia, Tennessee, Michigan, Ohio State and Alabama.

The schools that can make the College Football Playoff Part II (16:00): After a quick break he goes through all the rest of the teams, explaining why Clemson may be the most polarizing team in the sport right now, if the Pac-12 can get a bid, and all the longest of long shots who still have a chance.

Pac-12 commissioner goes off on USC and UCLA (35:00): Finally, Aaron discusses the Pac-12 commissioners criticism of USC and UCLA and explains why he's dead right.

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Chaos at Texas A&M, college hoops news and notes + Intersport's Charlie Bessler previews Gonzaga-Tennessee charity exhibition this weekend Oct 26, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron discusses:

Chaos at Texas A&M (2:00): Three players are indefinitely suspended - could the resume slowly starting to be built to fire Jimbo Fisher with cause?

College hoops news and notes (22:00) As Arkansas opens its exhibition slate, Kentucky gets good news on Oscar Tshiebwe and Jim Nantz says goodbye to the sport

CEO of Intersport, Charlie Bessler, joins (31:00): To discuss this weekend's charity exhibition between Tennesse and Gonzaga, which we be broadcast live

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Week 8 RECAP: LSU Is ahead of schedule, Texas and Texas A&M both take bad losses, Oregon rises, Clemson QB problems + Nick Saban embarrassing Jermaine Burton comments Oct 24, 2022

Show notes

Aaron opens the show by discussing Nick Saban's embarrassing Jermaine Burton comments, before switching gears and talking Week 8 on the field. Why LSU is ahead of schedule under Brian Kelly, Jimbo Fisher's biggest opponent is now the transfer portal. Plus, Texas takes a bad loss, Clemson's QB issues and Oregon is rising. Here's a full rundown:

Quick Jermaine Burton reaction (3:00): Aaron starts with some quick reaction to Nick Saban's Jermaine Burton comments, and explains why Saban doesn't owe anyone an explanation - but why it looks like he is prioritizing winning over punishing his player for striking a woman.

LSU ahead of schedule (16:00): From there, Aaron explains why LSU is ahead of schedule after a big win over undefeated, No. 7 ranked Ole Miss, and why this is proof that Brian Kelly was always the right fit for the Tigers.

Texas A&M and Texas both lose - and are both looking for answers (29:00): Aaron continues the show by discussing losses for Texas A&M and Texas. He explains why A&M's biggest opponent going forward isn't Bama or LSU but the transfer portal, and why Texas fans have every right to be frustrated after this loss (44:00).

Finally, he wraps by discussing if Clemson has a legit QB controversy and why Oregon's win is bigger for the Pac-12 than you realize.

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Is Nick Saban getting a pass on light Jermaine Burton punishment? Week 8 preview + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong Oct 21, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron wonders if Nick Saban is getting a pass on a light punishment for Jermaine Burton, then previews the Week 8 slate, including Ole Miss-LSU, UCLA-Oregon, Texas-Oklahoma State and more. He wraps with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing why he was dead right on Alabama, dead wrong on one college football contender, and why the NFL proved him right again.

Nick Saban's response to Jermaine Burton (4:00): Aaron opens the show by asking whether Nick Saban is getting a pass on his Jermaine Burton punishment. We have video of an Alabama player striking a female Tennessee fan - so why isn't anyone outraged?

Week 8 College Football (18:00): From there, Aaron previews the Week 8 slate. He explains why he believes LSU will end Ole Miss' undefeated streak, why UCLA-Oregon has a chance to be the game of the weekend and also why Texas will roll on the road. Plus, rapid fire thoughts on Ohio State, Penn State and more.

Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (35:00): Finally, we wrap with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" talking about the one college football power he was dead right on, the one he was dead wrong about and why the NFL is continuing to take over. Plus, one NBA rookie shines and why college football continues to be under covered nationally.

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Bama's season at a crossroads (Jermaine Burton video!), more talk of expanding the NCAA Tournament + news and notes from college hoops media days Oct 20, 2022

Show notes

Aaron opens the show by discussing Alabama's season at a crossroads with fans complaining about refs, the Jermaine Burton video and whether the season can be saved. Plus, he reacts to more talk from Greg Sankey about the NCAA Tournament and other news and notes from college hoops media days.

Bama's season on the brink (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing a tough week for Alabama. Fans are blaming the refs. Jermaine Burton allegedly swung at a female fan. Is Alabama's season on the brink? And can it be saved?

NCAA Tournament expansion coming? (19:00): From there, Aaron continues the conversation with new discussion about expanding the NCAA Tournament. Greg Sankey had some comments at SEC Media Day - and Aaron explains why expanding the tournament is the WRONG decision.

Other odds and ends from college hoops media days (37:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing other notes from media days, including the one SEC team that is undervalued in the preseason polls and what to make of the Big East's busy media days - who is properly ranked and who isn't.

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