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Red, White, and Loud: Alexi Lalas on the State of USMNT and Soccer in the USA Mar 28, 2026

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The most polarizing man in American soccer joins Hutt and Chad for a no-holds-barred conversation. Alexi Lalas doesn't do "quiet," and he isn’t holding back today. We dive into the current temperature of the USMNT and his unfiltered thoughts on the 2026 World Cup cycle.

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Tom Brady's Retirement is Final (For Now) & LSU Logic with Matt Moscona Mar 27, 2026

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Apparently, the NFL has finally found the one thing Tom Brady can’t beat: a front office HR department. Hutt and Chad break down why the league is officially swiping left on a TB12 comeback.

Plus, Just four years after a "strong-ass" exit, Wade is officially back as the head coach of LSU Men’s Basketball. But this isn't just a coaching hire—it's a case study in power, timing, and survival. LouisianaSports.net Publisher, Matt Moscona and the boys dive deep into the current state of LSU athletics.

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Will Wade Back To Baton Rouge Gives NCAA The Middle Finger + Andy Staples Mar 26, 2026

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Hutt and Chad discuss how it wasn’t long ago Wade didn’t just break rules he waged war with the system after the infamous FBI wire tap had him pissed about a player not taking the bag. Now he’ll have palm branches and cloaks covering the road paved with strong ass offers.

Plus, On3 College Football Insider, Andy Staples joins the boys to discuss the bizarre "three-headed monster" dynamic in the LSU coaching offices and why the vibes in Baton Rouge are shifting.

We also take a trip down memory lane to Andy’s pre-journalism days—specifically, his legendary (and slightly traumatizing) stint working at Wet 'n Wild. And now that Arch Manning has a full year of starting experience under his belt, are the Heisman expectations finally realistic, or is the hype train officially off the rails?

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The Chapel Hill Crossroads: Who Replaces Hubert Davis? Mar 25, 2026

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For the first time in decades, the "Carolina Family" may have to look outward. After five roller-coaster seasons, North Carolina is officially searching for a new head coach. Hutt and Chad break down the "Hot Board," from heavy hitters like Billy Donovan and Brad Stevens to rising stars like TJ Otzelberger and Dusty May. Can the Tar Heels return to elite consistency, or is the blue-blood era at a tipping point?

Plus, Mike LaTulip of Field of 68 joins to discuss who's next at UNC, what's the best college basketball conference and the Key to Brad Underwood’s Success.

And "Kelly in Vegas" shares the Sweet 16 plays you should have on your board.

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The Scoring Crisis & The "Blowout" Problem in Women's Hoops + Senator Tommy Tuberville Mar 24, 2026

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Is women’s basketball hitting a competitive ceiling? After a weekend of historic blowouts in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, Hutt and Chad take a flamethrower to the current state of the game. We’ve seen No. 1 seeds like UConn and South Carolina winning by 40, 50, and even 60 points, leading many to ask: Where is the drama?

The guys discuss the "Scoring Gap"—the reality that while the top 1% of teams are offensive juggernauts, the rest of the field is struggling to keep up.

Plus, Tommy Tuberville, U.S. Senator Alabama-R discusses the Student Athlete Act which would allow students-athletes to have five consecutive years to play in five consecutive seasons. It would allow for a one-time transfer without penalty. Any subsequent transfers would result in the player sitting out a season.

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The Rick Barnes March Madness Narrative is DEAD Mar 23, 2026

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Hutt and Chad discusses Rick Barnes and his masterclass performance leading the Tennessee Volunteers through the first two rounds. After a commanding 78–56 win over Miami (OH) and a gritty victory against 30-win Virginia, Barnes is silencing the critics who once labeled him a "tournament fader." With a star freshman in Nate Ament playing through injury and Ja’Kobi Gillespie catching fire, Barnes has the Vols looking like a legitimate national title threat. Is it time to admit he’s one of the greatest to ever do it?

The mood shifts from Knoxville to Chapel Hill, where the "hot seat" has turned into a furnace. Following North Carolina’s devastating overtime loss to VCU, the Tar Heels have now suffered back-to-back Round of 64 exits.

Former Vol and SEC analyst Dane Bradshaw joins to provide an insider's look at Tennessee's culture under Barnes and how they managed to neutralize Virginia’s defense. He also weighs in on the wider SEC performance and which teams are poised to make a Final Four run.

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Is the USMNT Ready? Alexi Lalas Sounds Off Mar 20, 2026

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With the World Cup on home soil just months away, the hype is at an all-time high—but is it justified? Hutt and Chad sit down with USMNT legend and FOX Sports analyst Alexi Lalas to pull back the curtain on the state of American soccer.

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High Point Coach CALLS OUT Blue Bloods For Not Scheduling Mid-Majors Mar 20, 2026

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Flynn Clayman’s energy is infectious—but is it permanent? Hutt and Chad dive into the Clayman hype train and ask the tough question: what happens when the "big fish" comes calling? We’re looking ahead to the South Carolina rumors and calling out the trend of mid-major coaches who abandon their roots (and their schedules) the second they get a Power Conference paycheck.

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Miami (OH) Could Be The Story of the Tournament Mar 19, 2026

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Miami (OH) looks like they are a Sister Jean away from being this year’s Cinderella story. Actually scratch that. Big Bad Bruce Pearl is their Sister Jean. Hutt and Chad break down why it's good to have Miami (OH) in your brackets.

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Is Vandy Finally Back? Plus: Final Four Locks and Upset Alerts with Drew Maddux Mar 19, 2026

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The guys are joined by Drew to dissect the "turnaround" at Vanderbilt. They explore why it has taken years for Vanderbilt to find its footing in the high-stakes NIL and transfer portal era.

And with the 2026 tournament field officially set, Hutt, Chad, and Drew highlight the "bracket busters" to watch. Look for the guys to flag mid-major powerhouses like Santa Clara (a popular upset pick against 7-seed Kentucky this year) or South Florida as potential giant-killers.

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