Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

We have a loaded Monday show, as Aaron shares quick thoughts on the two NBA Game 7's - and also, a sad end to the burgeoning friendship between him and JJ Redick. What went wrong! Also, thoughts on the NFL schedule release and the biggest "stay or go" NBA Draft decisions! Game 7's reaction + Torres breaks JJ Redick (2:30): Aaron opens the show by sharing quick reactions to the pair of NBA Game 7's on Sunday. Then he discusses the latest twist in his friendship with JJ Redick - as Redick blocked him on Sunday, because he was mad at Aaron for bringing up the tweet that he sent months ago. Thoughts on the NFL schedule (21:00): From there, Aaron continues - and after spending the weekend reviewing everything, he shares his thoughts on the NFL schedule release. He explains why the NFL is officially taking over Christmas Day, why the Chiefs are doomed to underachieve and why one of the NFL's worst teams in destined for success. Also, what the schedule tells us about Tom Brady's future - and are we about to get too much Belichick? Biggest "Stay or Go" NBA Draft decisions (47:30): Finally, it's a big week in NBA Draft circles - where the NBA Combine takes place, and the NBA lottery is Tuesday. Aaron hits on the biggest "stay or go" decisions that could impact college hoops next year, including Shaedon Sharpe, Jaylin Williams, Dalen Terry, and several other big name players Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a spooky Friday the 13th episode of the Aaron Torres, as Aaron reacts to Scott Satterfield accusing Nick Saban of tampering, as well as Tennessee landing five-star Julian Phillips. Then he rips through the best transfers left in the portal and discusses where they could land, and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Here's a full rundown: Nick Saban vs. Scott Satterfield tampering allegations (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the accusations by Louisville head coach Scott Satterfield that Nick Saban was tampering with star wide receiver Tyler Harrell. Aaron gives the one reason why it's ridiculous to believe that Saban actually tampered with Satterfield's player Tennessee lands a five-star (15:30): Next, Aaron discusses Tennessee landing five-star wing Julian Phillips, and explains what it means for Rick Barnes in his quest to drop the "Never delivers in March" moniker. Best transfers available - and their likely landing spots (24:30): Aaron stays with college hoops, discussing the 10 best players still in the hoops transfer portal, and their likely landing spots. Included: Patrick Baldwin, Tyrese Hunter, Matt Mayer, Ricky Council, Keion Brooks and more. Finally, Aaron plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" (43:00): Discussing his old buddy JJ Redick, the G-League Ignite program and Jayson Tatum. Also, why his opinion on the relationship between fans and players has changed. Today's episode is brought to you by DraftKings - new users can make a $5 moneyline bet on any team and if that team wins, you get $150 in free cash. It's the best deal going - courtesy of DraftKings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron explains why Tom Brady's mega-TV deal isn't as surprising as you think, and on Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, ranks the Top 5 coaches in college hoops history. Then he hits a mailbag, discussing Mike Leach's crazy playoff tweet, Kentucky recruiting, NIL and more. Here's a full rundown: Tom Brady's mega-TV contract (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the news of Tom Brady's mega, $375 million contract to broadcast games for FOX. Aaron explains why the money isn't as crazy as you think, and why Brady could end up worth every penny. The Top 5 coaches in college hoops history: On Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, Aaron rips through his list of college hoops greatest coaches. He explains why Calhoun is higher than you think, Dean Smith is lower and what about Coach K? Aaron's definitive list is here. Mailbag on Mike Leach's tweet, NIL, Kentucky recruiting and more: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by hitting a mailbag segment. He answers your questions, on whether Nick Saban and Kirby Smart will lose recruits for their anti-NIL stance and why Mike Leach's tweet about College Football Playoff expansion makes no sense. Plus, who should be the next President of the NCAA and what should Kentucky basketball's recruiting plan be after a disappointing end to the season. Today's show is presented by Athletic Greens - for more information and a great deal, visit AthleticGreens.com/Emerging Make sure to... Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a jam-packed Friday show, as Aaron discusses whether Lincoln Riley and USC have become college football's newest villain, and how would Emoni Bates fit in at Louisville? Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong," discussing the NFL Draft, Ben Simmons and the NFL making a big move. Also, Aaron shares his story from Tuesday's Dave Chappelle comedy show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron welcomes sports law expert Dan Lust to discuss the future of the NCAA, and what to make of the current NIL and transfer portal rules. Plus he discusses Baylor Schierman's commitment Creighton and why it's NOT NIL related. How to fix college sports with sports law expert Dan Lust (2:00): Aaron opens the show by bringing on sports law expert Dan Lust to ask the question: Can college sports be saved? The guys discuss the state of NIL, why the transfer portal needs to be tweaked - and are we headed towards a future where college athletes are paid employees of the university?Star transfer Baylor Scheierman commits (46:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing the commitment of star transfer Baylor Scheierman. He explains what it means to Creighton and why NIL was NOT the deciding factor - despite reports that say otherwise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron recaps the NFL Draft and explains what the draft can tell us about college football programs like Georgia, Texas, Alabama and more. He also discusses the messy Jordan Addison/USC situation, Kentucky losing a star assistant coach to Duke and Auburn picking up a key portal addition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded show as Aaron reacts to the NFL Draft, gives his winners and losers and explains why the AJ Brown trade is a sea change moment in the NFL. He discusses a wild story of boosters gone wild and NIL gone bad at Miami, discusses Antonio Reeves commit to Kentucky and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" NFL Draft edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded show as Aaron talks Mark Emmert's unexpected departure and how he would change college sports. Plus one quick NBA thought, Jay Wright's strange comments about coaching in the NBA and Aaron's five biggest winners in the portal so far. Here is a full rundown:Mark Emmert out as NCAA President (2:00): Aaron opens the show with reaction to the shocking news of NCAA President Mark Emmert retiring in 2023. Aaron discusses why change is needed, why anyone will be better than Emmert, and the three things he'd change if he was in charge of the NCAA. One NBA Playoff thought (18:00): From there, Aaron shares one quick NBA playoff thought. He explains why he rarely talks NBA on the show, but why the Nets losing this week (after the Lakers missed the playoffs) is good for the sport. Also he shares some thoughts on the one superstar he feels bad for, and why "old is new" in the league right now.Jay Wright to the NBA (36:00): Next, Aaron talks about Jay Wright's strange comments about potentially coaching in the NBA, and why he believes its more likely than many give it credit for.The five transfer portal winners so far (55:10): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing his five transfer portal winners so far - and also discusses the wild story of Miami publicly admitting to paying a transfer $800,000 in "NIL" money. Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped.com - use promo code "TORRES" for 20 percent off + free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron has a LOAED show, discussing Caleb Love's return to UNC - does that make the Tar Heels No. 1 going into next season? Plus, he gives his full updated "Too Early Top 25" sharing the big risers and fallers and finally shares his "five biggest storylines in this year's NFL Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron has full reaction to Jay Wright's shocking retirement, then discusses Oscar Tshiebwe's return to Kentucky and a busy week at UCLA, where three key players made decisions. He wraps by discussing the bizarre, sketchy recruitment of Shaedon Sharpe - the No. 1 prospect who enrolled at Kentucky but never played Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron grades all the big college hoops coaching hires, discusses big transfer news and Mike F***ing Woodson getting another big commit. Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking Kyrie, Baker Mayfield, Emoni Bates and Nick Saban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron wonders why another spring football league - the USFL - has launched after all others have failed, before discussing Emoni Bates decision to transfer. Then he hits on the fascinating recruitment of DJ Wagner, where Kentucky was in control... but now Louisville may have taken the lead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban taking a shot at college sports' leadership and what Armando Bacot's return means for UNC. Also, a transfer portal update, discussing UConn, Kentucky's quiet few weeks and one surprise SEC school's successNick Saban criticizes college sports' leadership (2:00): On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban's pointed comment about the present and future of college sports. Aaron explains why Saban is right, discusses the unintended consequences of no limits on NIL and also, what will college sports look like five years from nowWhat does Armando Bacot's return mean for UNC (17:00): Next up, he goes to the college hoops world, where UNC got huge news, as star forward Armando Bacot returns. Does this news make UNC the new No. 1 in college hoops next year and what does it mean for Caleb Love's future? Also, how NIL could help college basketball going forward.The latest from the transfer portal (28:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with a college hoops transfer portal news and notes segment. He hits on a wild week at UConn, with one big addition, one surprising departure and some strong comments from Dan Hurley. Why is Kentucky so quiet? One SEC school on the rise. Plus other key commitments and portal entries from across the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Wednesday and we've got a loaded episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses "Who is the face of college hoops" post Coach K, a rumor that has Oscar Tshiebwe returning to Kentucky - and also tells you who the 25 best players are in the transfer portal right now.With Coach K retired, who becomes the face of college hoops (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the question "Who is the face of college hoops" now that Coach K is retired. He believes it can only be two people, and explains why guys like Bill Self and Jay Wright will never fit that bill. Could Oscar Tshiebwe actually return to Kentucky (18:00)? From there, Aaron discusses a rumor that surfaced this week that Oscar Tshiebwe will return to Kentucky for another season. Aaron explains how the NIL has changed the landscape of NBA Draft decisions, and why stars like Tshiebwe might be inspired to return to play another year.The Top 25 players in the transfer portal right now (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the Top 25 players in the transfer portal right now. He goes through the best players, and where their recruitments stand, and the impact they could have on college hoops next season. Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped.com - use promo code "TORRES" for 20 percent off + free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron looks at some of the bigger football headlines, with spring games underway. He explains why Texas A&M has established itself as a college football villain, why Dabo Swinney still doesn't get it, and also, has Duke recruiting gotten *better* after Coach K? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron reacts to JJ Redick calling him a "f**khead" earlier this week, before getting to the meat of the show. He explains why college hoops is on an upswing and healthier than it's been in years, and discusses all the transfer news, including Arkansas' new commits, Bryce Hopkins leaving Kentucky and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by breaking down every angle of a thrilling final between Kansas and North Carolina. How Kansas did it, what's their future with NCAA sanctions and a newfound respect for Carolina. Plus, Aaron's look at his 2022-2023 "Way Too Early Top 25" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron talks about the Duke-Carolina thriller, what it means for the rivalry and will Duke still be as hateable without Coach K? Then he apologizes to Hubert Davis, and discusses Monday night's title game - finally, he makes his official pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're live from New Orleans with a loaded Aaron Torres Pod - Aaron previews the Final Four and makes his picks, and discusses early transfer portal news including two schools that are hemorrhaging players. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking Mark Emmert, Hubert Davis, Kentucky, Eric Musselman and the Kansas Jayhawks. Ca-caw, ca-caw!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show live from New Orleans, Aaron discusses whether a "blue blood" Final Four is actually good or bad for college basketball, and wait, are non-Duke fans actually rooting for Coach K? Finally, Arkansas picks up another five-star - as the Hogs look like a favorite in 2022-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Final Four is set and Aaron has a LOADED show - he talks about why this Duke team is unlike any he has seen, and why he owes an apology to Hubert Davis. Also, is Jay Wright underrated, and Aaron discusses his dust-up with NBA Twitter - as JJ Redick came after him this weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron rips through all the Sweet 16 headlines: Was Gonzaga overrated all along, and has Arkansas emerged as one of college hoops' elite programs? Also, is Duke now the team to beat and is Kelvin Sampson the best coach in the sport, bringing Houston to another Elite Eight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron talks about the report that Tennessee's quarterback recruit is getting a huge NIL deal, and also ranks the six SEC basketball coaches who were hired this spring. Finally, he goes game-by-game making his Sweet 16 picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are down to 16 teams! Aaron has full opening weekend reaction discussing Arizona's survival, the SEC's meltdown and how much blame should Rick Barnes get for Tennessee's loss? Plus thoughts on Duke, the Big Ten struggling again and some coaching carousel thoughts on Florida's hire and others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's podcast, Aaron recaps Day 1 of the NCAA Tournament. He asks if the best days are behind John Calipari after losing to Saint Peter's and why UConn's loss to New Mexico State was especially frustrating. Plus thoughts on all the other big games, including Iowa's stunning loss to Richmond and Kenny Payne's hire at Louisville Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JOIN THE AARON TORRES BRACKET CHALLENGE BY CLICKING HEREIt's a special episode of the Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron picks every game of the NCAA Tournament, giving you his Final Four and national title picks! Here's a full rundown: West Region (2:00): Aaron opens in the West Region, where Gonzaga is favored but has a tough path. Will UConn and Arkansas get to Round 2 and what could that matchup look like, and could Memphis pull off the upset against the Zags? Also, what about the bottom half of this bracket, and where will the Coach K retirement tour end? East Region (23:00): Next, Aaron goes to the East - where he wonders whether the No. 2, 3 and 4 seed are actually better equipped to win this region than the No. 1. He hits on whether Kentucky is versatile enough to get to New Orleans and should the Wildcats be worried about a second round date with Murray State. Finally, he shares the double-digit seed he believes will make a run to the second weekend. South Region (39:00): Next, Aaron goes to the region of death, the South, with four elite teams at the top. How worried is he about Kerr Kriisa's ankle, the one team being undervalued and also, why the entire NCAA Tournament bracket could rest on a potential Villanova-Tennessee Sweet 16 game. Midwest Region (55:30): Finally, a discussion on the Midwest Region. Is Kansas due for an early exit, and if so, who could get them? Also, is Auburn better-suited for a run than most expect, and could a surprise team end up in New Orleans? Today's show is brought to you by BracketFanatics! Create your own account at BracketFanatics Also, sign up for the Aaron Torres Podcast Bracket Challenge here The show is also brought to you by DraftKings Sportsbook - new users, make a $5 moneyline bet on an NCAA Tournament game, and if you win, you automatically win $200 in free cash. You can access the promo here. And of course, today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped.com - use promo code "TORRES" for 20 percent off + free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the NCAA Tournament now 48 hours from beginning in full, Aaron welcomes on writer Zac Krull for a bonus episode of the Aaron Torres Pod, to focus exclusively on the bracket. The guys take a deep dive into all four regions, projecting potential upsets, tough matchups for top seeds and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT A SHOW! Aaron opens by quickly talking Tom Brady's return before hitting bracket reaction. Why Tennessee got screwed, why only one bubble team has a gripe - plus Aaron goes GAME BY GAME talking bracket. Finally he wraps on shocking coaching news, as Will Wade has been fired, and Mike White is headed to Georgia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's March and we have a jam-packed show LOADED with college hoops. Aaron goes through the No. 1 seed picture, talks about winners and losers in the bubble world, and discusses who's next after Tom Crean was fired. Also, Murray State head coach Matt McMahon joins the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron discusses the Russel Wilson trade and Calvin Ridley's idiotic decision to gamble on games. Then Aaron hits on college hoops, quickly discussing the Will Wade "update" before doing a deep dive into "Champ Week" in college hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron is back, with a loaded Monday Aaron Torres Pod. He talks Duke falling to UNC in Coach K's final game, crying Duke fans, and why college hoops *needs* Jon Scheyer to be good. Also, Aaron talks about Memphis' signature win, the return of Sister Jean and Skyy Clark decommitting from Kentucky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded mid-week show, as Aaron goes off on the MLB after they cancel the first week of the season, talks Tuesday night college hoops, and finally discusses college football's attendance problems - and wonders if it's a problem that can't be fixed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded Monday show - the top six teams in college hoops all lost on Saturday - who is the team you should be most worried about? Plus, Aaron explains why Arkansas basketball proves that college sports is changing, why it is officially time for Jim Boeheim to hang it up at Syracuse and some thoughts on Art Briles returning to college football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 500 of the Aaron Torres Pod, Aaron discusses a potentially historic weekend for SEC hoops (and why the SEC may be the new "Big East"), gives his best and worst college hoops title bets with two weeks left, plus previews the weekend. Potentially historic weekend for SEC hoops (2:00): With Auburn visiting Tennessee and Kentucky visiting Arkansas, Aaron talks about a potentially historic weekend in SEC basketball. He also explains how, with elite players, teams and the game's most eccentric coaches, the SEC is as close to the old school Big East as anything in college hoops these days.Picking the best and worst bets in the updated college hoops title odds (27:00): With DraftKings releasing updated college hoops title odds, Aaron runs through the best and worst bets available. He shares his thoughts on all the top teams, including Gonzaga, Kentucky, Arizona, Kansas and Duke, as well as a couple of long shots. Finally he wraps by previewing the weekend ahead, discussing Kentucky-Arkansas, Auburn-Tennessee, Purdue-Michigan State and much, much more (48:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a LOADED Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron wonders if the Juwan Howard suspension was enough, discusses the idiotic conversation about handshake lines, and then takes a deep dive into UConn's wild win over Villanova and what it means for the Huskies program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses the news that the College Football Playoff will *not* expand - and why it's a good thing for the sport. He also discusses the one thing that will fix college hoops that no one is talking about. Then from there he hits on the crazy Juwan Howard deal and whether its time to worry about Auburn basketball after a loss to Florida Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by discussing the impending college hoops coaching carousel - what's the latest at Louisville and Maryland and what other jobs could open? Then he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing the Super Bowl, college football and Hubert Davis - plus a weekend preview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron reacts to a wild Tuesday in college hoops, with thoughts on Kentucky-Tennessee, Providence-Villanova and more. Then he is joined by Sean Miller for a rare one-on-one interview to discuss his time at Arizona, thoughts on this year's team and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday, and we have a loaded Aaron Torres Pod! Aaron has immediate reaction to Sunday's Super Bowl, Bryan Harsin's return to Auburn, and says with a month left in the season, there are only five teams that he believes can win college hoops' national title - here is a full rundown:Super Bowl reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the Rams' Super Bowl title. He explains why you shouldn't blame the refs, and why the Rams' strengths and the Bengals' weaknesses all season long, were on display in crunch time Sunday. He then shares thoughts on Matthew Stafford, the Bengals' future, the halftime show and why everyone should get to Super Bowl week if they can.Bryan Harsin is back at Auburn (28:00): From there, Aaron transitions to discuss the plot twist at Auburn, where Bryan Harsin will return as head coach. Aarone explains what happened, why he's surprised and why he wonders if there's any way for Harsin to put a winning football team on the field this fall. The five teams that can win the college hoops title (35:30): Finally, Aaron wraps the show with a MEGA college hoops segment. He explains why history tells us that it's only a small group of teams that can win the college hoops title - and shares the five teams that he thinks are capable of winning it this year. Who are they? What are their strengths and weaknesses and also - he lists the two or three contenders that are *NOT* good enough to win it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Friday and we've got a loaded show for you! Aaron discusses the never-ending saga between Auburn and Bryan Harsin - how did we get here, and will it get solved. He then gives his Super Bowl preview and pick before welcoming on former Super Bowl winning GM Bill Polian to discuss his career, new book and what it's like to build a Super Bowl contender Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this bonus episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, Aaron is joined by Arkansas head basketball coach Eric Musselman to talk about the Razorbacks' upset of No. 1 Auburn on Tuesday. Coach Muss describes the atmosphere in the crowd, what the win means for his program, and how he ended up shirtless in the middle of the crowd. Also, just how hard is it to win eight straight in the SEC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron opens the show explaining his two-step process to fix NIL and the one-time transfer. From there he talks about Tuesday's wild games, including a deep dive into Arkansas' upset over Auburn. Finally, he discusses the news that Shaedon Sharpe won't play this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a jam-packed Monday, as Aaron separates fact from fiction with the mess at Auburn, before discussing why Jim Harbaugh is to blame for losing his top coordinator to Miami. Then he talks college hoops, where North Carolina takes another bad L, Alabama's struggles continue, Kentucky may have established itself as the No. 1 team in the country and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a busy episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron reacts to the wild Jimbo Fisher/Texas A&M "NIL" rumors and also wonders if the window has closed on Jim Harbaugh as an NFL head coach for good. He also discusses Thursday's insane Arizona-UCLA game which he attended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron discusses Caleb Williams' commitment, Jim Harbaugh flirting with the Vikings, Tom Brady and the wild environment in the Texas Tech-Texas basketball game. Also, former Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel joins the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show sharing quick thoughts on the NFC and AFC title games as the Rams and Bengals - BENGALS! - are headed to the Super Bowl. Then he discusses Kentucky's dominant win at Kansas and the rest of the weekend in college hoops: NFC and AFC title game thoughts: Aaron opens the show by discussing the two, incredible, down-to-the-wire NFC and AFC title games. He explains why the Rams prove that in sports, you should always "go for it" and why San Francisco's biggest mistake happened months before they took the field (2:30). He also talks about the Bengals incredible run, why the defense deserves more credit than they've received and why the Bengals are proof of why the NFL is No. 1 in American sports (21:00). Also, should Aaron Rodgers reconsider any move away from Green Bay to the AFC (33:00). College hoops weekend review: From there, Aaron breaks down the weekend that was in college hoops. He discusses Kentucky's dominant win at Phog Allen, why this win proves he was right all along on the Cats and why this game once and for all proved that John Calipari is the perfect coach for UK (36:30). Then he discusses the rest of the Big 12-SEC Challenge, highlighting wins by Alabama over Baylor, Arkansas over West Virginia and Texas over Tennessee (54:00). Finally, he discusses America's most underrated team, the 18-2 Providence College Friars and tells you the one reason why he believes they're not getting the credit they deserve (59:30). Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped. Visit ManScaped.com for a VERY SPECIAL Deal for listeners of the Aaron Torres Podcast: Use Promo code "TORRES" to get 20 percent off + free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron reacts to the latest news that Louisville has contacted Bruce Pearl. He then is joined by his old friend Nick Coffey to discuss the Louisville mess, before previewing the college hoops and NFL weekend! The Bruce Pearl to Louisville rumors (2:20): Aaron opens the show by discussing the latest report that Louisville has contacted Bruce Pearl. Aaron explains why he doesn't buy the story - but why if it is true, this is actually *good* news for Auburn fans. Aaron revisits his list of Louisville candidates as well. Nick Coffey joins the show (28:30): Next up, our old friend and Louisville radio host Nick Coffey joins the show to talk about the Louisville situation. The guys discuss Chris Mack's downfall, what went wrong, and how different things would have been if the 2020 NCAA Tournament hadn't been cancelled. Nick also discusses which candidates are realistic and which ones aren't and what are the next steps for Louisville. Finally, will Rick Pitino ever get a Power 5 head coaching opportunity again? Preview and picks of college hoops and NFL this weekend (1:09:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by previewing the weekend ahead. He discusses all the "Big 12-SEC Challenge" games including Kentucky-Kansas, West Virginia-Arkansas, Baylor-Alabama, Tennessee-Texas and more. Also, he makes his NFC and AFC title game picks. Today's show is presented by DraftKings Sportsbook - make a $5 bet money line bet on either football game this weekend and automatically win $280 in free bets. You can take advantage of the offer here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a bonus episode, as Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl joins the show to discuss the Tigers' No. 1 ranking, why he believes Auburn hasn't come close to peaking yet, what they need to improve on - and his name being mentioned for open coaching jobs in college hoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded show, discussing Chris Mack's inevitable departure from Louisville, who are realistic candidates for the Cardinals, and two new Caleb Williams rumor - including one that is crazy. Then, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing Sean Payton, Joe Burrow and the NFL Playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded Monday show as Aaron shares thoughts on all four, historic NFL playoff games, the Kentucky-Auburn thriller, and whether North Carolina made a mistake hiring Hubert Davis - after the Tar Heels lost again on Saturday night. Here's a rundown: Wild weekend in the NFL playoffs: Aaron shares thoughts on all four NFL playoff games. Why we shouldn't blame dumb OT rules for the Chiefs thrilling win over the Bills (2:00) and why it was the Rams' defense, not one big play on offense, which led them to victory late (9:30). Also, thoughts on the 49ers win at Lambeau, Aaron Rodgers' future (16:30) and why we should have never believed in the Titans to begin with (26:00)?Auburn vs. Kentucky highlights college hoops slate: Aaron continues the conversation discussing Saturday's wild Kentucky-Auburn thriller on the Plains. Aaron explains why Saturday proves who the No. 1 team in the country is, and why he wishes we could see Kentucky at full strength in a meaningful game. Also, why Saturday proved there's no coach like Bruce Pearl, and whether Kentucky's loss makes it more or less likely that we see star freshman Shaedon Sharpe, who is currently redshirting (31:00)?Did North Carolina make a mistake hiring Hubert Davis: Finally, after North Carolina suffered another embarrassing loss on Saturday, Aaron wraps the show by discussing whether UNC made a mistake in hiring Hubert Davis. In a world where USC and LSU spent a ton of money to get the right football coach, could Carolina have lured an elite coach from another job (53:00)? Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped. Visit ManScaped.com for a VERY SPECIAL Deal for listeners of the Aaron Torres Podcast: Use Promo code "TORRES" to get 20 percent off + free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices