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Bama makes its move, Wisconsin's stunning fire, Oklahoma and A&M both fall + Georgia, Kentucky and the rest of Week 5 of college football Oct 03, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron discusses an insane 48 hours in college football. Why Saturday turned out great for Alabama and the shocking news that Wisconsin has fired its coach. Plus, Oklahoma and Texas A&M take brutal losses - what's next for each? And a quick rip through of Georgia, Kentucky-Ole Miss and the great Kansas football story.

Alabama has its moment (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Alabama's win at Arkansas. Bryce Young will be OK, Alabama showed toughness and found some skill position talent. Why Saturday ended up as a best-case scenario for the Tide.

Wisconsin makes a stunning coaching decision (21:00): Next up, Aaron discusses the stunning decision by Wisconsin to fire coach Paul Chryst. He explains why the move was made now, and why the next guy might already be on staff. Also, why this firing shows just how cutthroat the world of college sports has truly become.

Bad losses at Oklahoma and Texas A&M (31:00): From there, Aaron continues the conversation with two brutal losses, one each by Oklahoma and Texas A&M. How concerned should Oklahoma fans be? And why at this point, there's only one big change that Jimbo Fisher can make to save his program (42:00).

Wrapping up the rest of the week in college football (55:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing other odds and ends from the weekend in college football. Why we shouldn't be concerned about a narrow Georgia win, why Kentucky "lost" the game more than Ole Miss won it, plus thoughts on Kansas, a near brawl at Ohio State and the coaching job at Colorado.

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Week 5 preview: Bryan Harsin's last stand? Bama with something to prove? Rest of the Saturday slate + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong Sep 30, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron previews the full Week 5 slate, asking if Auburn will fire coach Bryan Harsin with a loss on Saturday? Also, why Bama has something it must prove against Arkansas and the rest of the Week 5 slate. Finally, we play "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing if Bama has the "killer instinct," the most underrated QB in the NFL and why Aaron was dead wrong on one huge college hoops story.

Bryan Harsin's last stand (3:00): Aaron opens the show by asking if this is the last stand for Bryan Harsin, and whether the Auburn coach will be fired with a loss Saturday to LSU.

Bama with something to prove (17:00): Next, Aaron transitions to Bama. The Tide's coach called them out this week, and Aaron believes that if Alabama wants to prove it's on the same level as Georgia they need a big win against a game Arkansas team.

The rest of the Week 5 preview (25:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the rest of the Week 5 slate, including Kentucky-Ole Miss, Michigan-Iowa and NC State-Clemson, while handing out his "Betfred Boosted" best of bet of the week.

Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (39:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing if Alabama has the killer instinct, why he was dead wrong on one SEC coach and the most underrated QB in the NFL. Also, the one college football coach that doesn't get nearly enough respect.

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Pac-12 on the brink of extinction? DJ Wagner UPDATE + A $34 billion divorce, fan drops Aaron Judge home run ball! Sep 29, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron discusses whether the Pac-12 is on the brink of extinction, an update on top recruit DJ Wagner + a fan drops Aaron Judge's home run ball and would you stay married for $34 billion?

Odds and ends to open the show (2:00): Aaron opens the show on a serious topic, before discussing the fan that dropped Aaron Judge's 61st home run ball. Also, the story of a man who lost $34 billion in a divorce

Pac-12 on the brink of extinction (9:00)? From there, Aaron discusses a pair of reports that say the Pac-12 is on the brink of extinction, why he doesn't believe them, and why there's one obvious group that's leaking the reports.

DJ Wagner update (24:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by sharing an update on the recruitment of star high school basketball player DJ Wagner. Aaron explains why one piece of news, leads to one obvious favorite in his recruitment

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Who's No. 4 in college football? interesting quote from Alabama player + Memphis basketball gets its punishment Sep 28, 2022

Show notes

On today's show Aaron asks, who is No. 4 in college football, behind Georgia, Ohio State and Alabama? He says that one Alabama player said something that should have the rest of college football terrified. Also, Memphis basketball gets a light NCAA punishment - here's what it means for the rest of the sport.

Who's No. 4 in college football (4:00): Aaron opens the show by asking the question, 'Who's No. 4 in college football?' behind Georgia, Ohio State and Alabama. He runs through all the teams that are in the conversation, including Clemson, Michigan, USC, Kentucky, Tennessee and Penn State - and tells you what he thinks the answer is.

Interesting Alabama player quote (24:00): Next up, Aaron discusses an interesting quote from several Alabama players on Tuesday. He explains why their quotes could be a bad sign for the rest of college football.

Memphis basketball gets off with light punishment (37:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the Memphis basketball program getting a light punishment after years of NCAA rule breaking - but explains why this is a good thing for Memphis and the rest of college sports. Also, what does it mean for other schools like Arizona, Louisville, Kansas and LSU still under investigation?

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College hoops practice begins - here are the 10 biggest storylines + Georgia Tech football job opens - how good of a job is it, plus who are the candidates? Sep 27, 2022

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With college hoops practices beginning on Monday, Aaron hits the 10 biggest storylines in the sport, including UNC, Jon Scheyer's Year 1, Kentucky going for No. 9, Arkansas, the Big East and more. Plus, Georgia Tech needs a new football coach - how good is the job? And who are the candidates?

The biggest storylines in college hoops - Part I (4:00): Aaron opens the show with the 10 biggest storylines in college hoops, on the day that practice opens. Included are thoughts on UNC returning almost all of its entire team to try and win a title, Jon Scheyer's Year 1 and Kentucky going for title No. 9. Also, is this finally Gonzaga's year?

Biggest storylines in college hoops - Part II (23:30): Aaron continues the conversation on college hoops biggest stories heading into the year, hitting on Arkansas' big season ahead, the loaded Big East, and whether a few big-time West Coast schools can make big runs in March.

Georgia Tech is looking for a new head coach - how good is the job? And who are the candidates (41:00)?: Finally, Aaron wraps the show with another head coaching vacancy, this one at Georgia Tech. How good is the job, and how tough are the academic restrictions? Also, he lists off the candidates... including one-mega name, who might just take the job.

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"Almost Upset" Saturday for Michigan, Clemson and USC - which near win is most concerning? Did Texas A&M win or did Arkansas lose,? Tennessee has it's moment + Miami and Michigan suffer crippling losses Sep 26, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron talks about "Almost Upset" Saturday - where Michigan, Clemson and USC all survive - who should we be most concerned about. Did Texas A&M win the Southwest Classic or did Arkansas lose it? Plus, Tennessee has its moment, and more devastating loss - Texas, Miami or Michigan State? Here's a full rundown:

"Almost Upset Saturday" - who are we most worried about (3:00)?: Aaron calls today's show "Almost upset Saturday" where three Top 7 teams all won by less than a touchdown. Who's near-loss is most concerning, Michigan, Clemson or USC?

Did Texas A&M "win" the Southwest Classic - or did Arkansas lose it (22:00)?: Next up, Aaron discusses the Southwest Classic, where A&M gets the W, after Arkansas fumbles on the goal line and misses a late field goal. Did A&M win this one or did Arkansas lose it? The answer might surprise you

Time to appreciate what Tennessee and Josh Heupel have done (40:00): Next, Aaron discusses a wild game in Knoxville. It wasn't always pretty, but Tennessee held on. And it's time to appreciate how far Josh Heupel and Hendon Hooker have taken this program in a short amount of time.

Worst loss: Texas, Miami or Michigan State (56:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing bad losses from Texas, Miami and Michigan State. He explains why one loss was clearly worse than the others - and what is at stake for all three teams.

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Week 4 CFB Preview: What's at stake in Texas A&M-Arkansas, Florida-Tennessee and the rest of the big games + "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" Sep 23, 2022

Show notes

On today's show, Aaron hands out superlatives to preview Week 4 of the college football season - discussing Florida-Tennessee, Texas A&M-Arkansas, Wisconsin-Ohio State and more, and then plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing Jim Harbaugh, the Pac-12, Auburn football and his worst NFL prediction of the year.

College Football Week 4 superlatives Part I (3:00): Aaron opens the show by previewing college football's Week 4 with superlatives. He previews Texas A&M-Arkansas, Florida-Tennessee and Notre Dame-North Carolina, giving out his best bet, biggest stay away and the underdog who shouldn't be an underdog heading into the weekend!

College Football Week 4 superlatives Part II (22:30): Aaron continues college football superlatives, previewing Clemson-Wake Forest, Wisconsin-Ohio State and Minnesota-Michigan State, discussing the "upset that isn't an upset" and the "contender we're going to find out if they're a contender or not" on Saturday.

Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (34:00): Finally, he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment, "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong." He discusses Auburn football, Jim Harbaugh, his best college football prediction, and mayyyybe the worst NFL prediction of all-time.

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Tim Tebow joins the show!!!! Plus, is Arkansas vs. Texas A&M "Good vs. Evil" + the sad fall of Emoni Bates Sep 21, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron asks if it's "good vs. evil" when Arkansas plays Texas A&M, and explains why Sam Pittman and the Hogs might be the most likeable team in the sport. Then, Aaron talks about Emoni Bates getting arrested and what is his future in basketball? Finally, the LEGEND, Tim Tebow joins the show to talk the 2022 season, his Florida days, Urban Meyer and work he's doing with AllState!

Is Arkansas vs. Texas A&M a battle of "Good vs. Bad" (4:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Saturday's Southwest Classic between Texas A&M and Arkansas, and wonders if the battle between college football's most likeable team and coach (Arkansas and Sam Pittman) and the least liked team and coach in Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M. Aaron explains why Sam Pittman is the "Steph Curry of college football" and also why he doesn't understand the hate for Jimbo Fisher.

The sad fall of Emoni Bates (20:00): Next up, Aaron discusses the sad fall of Emoni Bates, the former "can't miss" prospect, who was arrested on Sunday for gun charges. What becomes of a player who was compared to LeBron and Kevin Durant out of high school, and who is to blame for his downfall? Aaron has some thoughts

Tim Tebow joins the show (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by welcoming an iconic guest - Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow. The guys talk about the 2022 college football season, Tim's time at Florida and his relationship with Urban Meyer - does he believe that Urban Meyer will ever coach again? Also, Tim's work with AllState, honoring the best players on, and off the field in college football.

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Can Deion Sanders fix Auburn football? LSU on the way up? One and done rule going away - whats the impact? Sep 20, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron explains why Deion Sanders is the only man who can fix Auburn football, why LSU is already looking up under Brian Kelly and the report that the "one and done" rule is going away - what's the impact on college hoops? Here's a full rundown of today's show:

Is Deion Sanders the right man for Auburn (4:00): After another abysmal loss, it's clear Bryan Harsin isn't the right man for Auburn. Aaron explains why he believes that Deion Sanders is the perfect fit, and the right man for the Auburn gig!

LSU ahead of schedule (18:00)? Next, Aaron revisits LSU's big win over Mississippi State on Saturday - and explains how just two weeks after losing to Florida State, the Tigers look like a completely different team. Is the Brian Kelly rebuild ahead of schedule?

One and done going away (29:00)? Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing a report that the "One and done" rule could go away. He explains why he disagrees with the decision, and why it shows who Adam Silver really is. Also, why in the NIL/transfer portal era, college basketball won't be impacted nearly as much as it would've been a year or two ago.

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Week 3 Recap: USC a playoff team? Is the top of the Big Ten better than the SEC? Georgia better than last year? Herm Edwards fired - what's the future of Arizona State Sep 19, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron discusses if USC is already a playoff contender and how Penn State's win over Auburn shows that the Big Ten is gaining ground on the SEC. Plus, is Georgia better than last year and Arizona State fires Herm Edwards - Aaron explains why the hiring process will be complicated. Here's a full rundown of the show:

Is USC a playoff team (5:00): On today's show, Aaron opens by asking if USC is already a playoff contender? The Trojan defense isn't good, but not as bad as you think, and Aaron believes the offense and schedule are good enough to give them a chance. Also, how Lincoln Riley has already coached a near-identical team to college football's biggest stage.

Does Penn State's win at Auburn prove the top of the Big Ten is better than the top of the SEC (20:00)? Next up, Aaron dives into Penn State's win over Auburn. Yes, Auburn is bad - but how many SEC teams could have won on the Plains the way the Nittany Lions did on Saturday? Is it proof, that with Penn State, Ohio State and Michigan, that the top of the Big Ten is better than the top of the SEC?

Is Georgia better than last year: Next, Aaron asks the simple question - is Georgia better than last year (35:00)? He uses an example from one of college football's great teams to answer the question.

Herm Edwards is fired - how good of a job is ASU? (46:00): Finally, he wraps by discussing Arizona State firing Herm Edwards. He discusses how good the job actually is, and why crazy, behind the scenes politics, make finding the next coach that much more challenging.

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