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Hour Three kicks off with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Then Billy Liucci joins us to talk Texas A&M football and expectations for the Aggies this season. We close things out with Ask the Bench.

In Hour Two from SEC Media Days, we discuss Kirby Smart’s continued dominance at Georgia and Shane Beamer’s trajectory at South Carolina. Plus, Cole Cubelic joins us to break down Alabama’s 

We’re live from SEC Media Days! Hour One kicks off with Mississippi State QB Blake Shapen, followed by head coach Jeff Lebby as we dive into the direction of the Bulldogs’ program heading into 2025.

Hour Three gets personal with Jamaal Charles firing one-sided shots at Jake. We also recap the MLB All-Star Game and the draft, including LSU pitcher Zac Cowan going undrafted and officially returning to Baton Rouge.

In Hour Two, we run through the projected win totals for every SEC team and give our picks on whether they’ll hit the over or under. Who’s primed to surprise—and who’s in for a rough year?

Hour One recaps a busy Day One at SEC Media Days, breaking down all the teams, coaches, and players who took the podium. We discuss who stood out, key storylines that emerged, and what we’re looking forward to as the week continues.

Hour Three features a conversation with the new director of the Panini Senior Bowl as we discuss what’s ahead for the premier college showcase. Plus, we look ahead to storylines, players, and teams to watch for the 2025 college football season.

We’re still live from SEC Media Days in Atlanta! As Greg Sankey speaks in the background, we catch up with LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier to talk about his offseason, expectations for 2025, and more from the heart of college football.

Hour One kicks off live from SEC Media Days in Atlanta! We talk about the vibe around the event, visiting the College Football Hall of Fame, and the excitement building for the upcoming football season. Plus, we break down which teams could be dark horses in the SEC this year.

Hour Three gets spicy as we build both the best and worst Mount Rushmore of all-time Saints players. Who makes the cut—and who absolutely shouldn’t have? We wrap things up, as always, with Ask the Bench.

Hour Two kicks off with more recruiting insight from Zack Nagy as we continue tracking LSU’s summer momentum. We also talk weekend plans and how we’re prepping for the fast-approaching football season. Plus, we listen to Tyrann Mathieu and Foster Moreau’s takes on their LSU Mount Rushmore.

Hour One focuses on LSU’s big recruiting win as the Tigers land 4-star defensive standout Lamar Brown. We break down what his commitment means for the future of the defense and dive into the latest trends and targets on LSU’s recruiting trail.

Hour Three rolls on with the latest from the Tour de France, a fresh round of Munchies with Chef Michael Johnson, and reaction to the surprising news that former LSU star DJ LeMahieu has been designated for assignment.

Hour Two starts with our first impressions of the Saints’ brand-new helmets and whether they’re a hit or miss. Then we dive into a nostalgic and heated debate about our favorite NFL uniforms of all time—classics, alternates, and everything in between.

Hour One kicks off with a debate over which teams are officially banned from the MyHy List. We revisit Deshaun Foster’s media day's press conference from last year, then wrap with some thoughts and hype around College Football 26.

Hour Three opens with another edition of Dear Delondra, then we dive into the NFL’s rankings of wide receiver, tight end, and running back groups for the 2025 season. Tay Tay brings us his NFL Story of the Day Day, and we wrap things up with Ask the Bench.

Hour Two rolls on with the latest from the Tour de France before we dive into the now-viral golf course fight video—yes, we break it down like it’s game film. Then we bring the fun with a fresh round of Would You Rather Wednesday.

Hour One starts off fiery with a spirited debate over whether Tiger Woods is the greatest athlete of all time—and whether golfers qualify as elite athletes at all. We also break down the list of players headed to SEC Media Days and what it tells us about each program heading into 2025.

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill giving us the latest on the Saints heading into camp. The guys break down 11 and 12 personnel for Alondra (and maybe some listeners too), and we wrap up with a single—but solid—Ask the Bench question to close the show.

Hour Two starts with a full breakdown of LSU’s 2025 football schedule and the key matchups to watch. We dive into the OTB Mailbag, debate Justin Timberlake’s banger-filled catalog, and ask: which solo artist became bigger after leaving their group?

Hour One covers a wide range—starting with the latest from the Tour de France before shifting into a preview of SEC Media Days. We also break down LSU’s running back room heading into 2025 and take a closer look at the Tigers’ play calling from last season.

Hour Three keeps the SEC football talk rolling as we continue ranking the conference’s quarterbacks heading into 2025. Devin Snow joins us to break down the Pelicans’ draft strategy and picks, and we wrap up the show with a watch of Joey Chestnut’s epic intro.

Hour Two starts with Weekend Winners Matt gives an in-depth breakdown of Cade Klubnik’s game, and we wrap the hour by sorting SEC quarterbacks into tiers heading into the 2025 season.

Hour One kicks off with a look at the big commitments LSU picked up over the weekend and what they mean for the Tigers’ 2025 class. We also preview the storylines heading into SEC Media Days and recap all the fun from our 4th of July weekend. 

Hour 3 kicks off with a look into the world of Gaelic football and a discussion on why Irish people seem to love Americans. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for a festive edition of Munchies, and we sprinkle in some fun facts to get you ready for the 4th of July.

Hour Two features LSU head coach Jay Johnson as he joins us to reflect on the Tigers’ 2025 championship season and what comes next for the program. We also dive into the growing buzz around LSU exploring the idea of adding advertising patches to their jerseys.

Hour One kicks off with some Fourth of July fun before we’re joined by Aaron Murray to dive into the SEC quarterback landscape. From breakout candidates to proven vets, we break down who’s set to shine in 2025. 

Hour Three starts with Roddy Jones breaking down the high-stakes LSU vs. Clemson opener and whether the Tigers are putting too much focus on it this offseason. We also dive into the music world with the wild story of how The Verve’s Bittersweet Symphony was ripped from the Rolling Stones.

Hour Two brings the fun with another round of Would You Rather Wednesday. We also premiere a brand-new segment called Dear Delondra and debate what songs belong on the ultimate beach playlist. Jake and Matt give us their favorite Sabanisms. 

Hour One kicks off with Chris Hilton earning the title of Freak of the Week, and we take a closer look at what that means for LSU’s loaded wide receiver room. We also preview SEC Media Days and the biggest storylines heading into the event.

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill breaking down the latest on the Saints as training camp approaches. We also react to Paul Finebaum calling Arch Manning the best QB prospect since Tim Tebow. Plus, we dive into the OTB Mailbag and wrap the show with Ask the Bench.

Hour Two features a visit from Connor O’Gara of Saturday Down South as we dive into the biggest college football headlines, key players to watch, and what to expect from the 2025 season.

Hour One kicks off with a celebration of the legendary Bobby Bonilla Day. We’re then joined by Bill Bender of The Sporting News to dive into the biggest storylines and questions heading into the 2025 college football season.

Hour Three kicks off with a rant about the nightmare that is the OMV experience. Devin Snow joins us to share his takeaways from the Manning Passing Academy, including standout performances and behind-the-scenes moments. We wrap things up with another round of Ask the Bench.

Hour Two dives deeper into the SEC football landscape as fall approaches. Matt Flynn debates whether or not placeholders are real people, and we wrap the hour with our favorite Weekend Winners across sports and beyond.

Hour One opens with a quick story about Frontier Airlines before shifting into SEC football mode. We break down the latest strength of schedule rankings, with Kentucky and Mississippi State leading the way in terms of toughest slates for the 2025 season.

Hour Three is all about Friday vibes! We kick things off with a hilarious discussion on fantasy draft punishments and a deep dive into the latest from Love Island. We also hit a little realignment news with Texas State heading to the Pac-12, touch on the Tour de France and UFC 317, and wrap things up with Ask the Bench.

Hour Two kicks off with SEC Network’s Chris Doering joining the show to break down the conference landscape heading into 2025. We also dive into why programs like Auburn and Oklahoma seem to be avoiding heat despite recent underwhelming seasons.

Hour One opens with a deep dive into LSU’s offseason preparation—what the team is focused on right now, how this year’s approach is different, and a look ahead at key matchups on the 2025 schedule.

Hour Three dives into the latest on the Saints’ quarterback battle and who might have the edge heading into camp. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for Munchies, answering all your food questions. We debut a trial run of “Dear Alondra,” and wrap things up—well, kind of—with a loose edition of Ask the Bench.

Hour Two kicks off with former FSU and NFL QB EJ Manuel as we dive into Cade Klubnik’s development and take a broader look at quarterbacks across college football. Then it’s time for another edition of Big Deal or No Big Deal, where we break down the week’s biggest headlines.

Hour One opens with a recap of LSU’s championship celebration and everything that went down last night. LSU legend Ben McDonald joins us to put a bow on an incredible baseball season, and we wrap the hour with some early thoughts on the upcoming NBA Draft.

Hour Three kicks off with Josh Pate joining us to dive into how college football teams are ranked and whether the current system needs tweaking. Matt shares his thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s impact on the WNBA, and we look for fair comps as her pro career takes shape.

Hour Two starts with former Ohio State linebacker and CFB analyst Bobby Carpenter joining the show to break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2025 season. Then we lighten things up with another round of Would You Rather Wednesday.

Hour One kicks off with Alondra recapping her trip to Omaha for the College World Series. We break down LSU’s celebration plans for tonight and reflect on our favorite moments from the 2025 baseball season.