Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Pod. Aaron discusses an embarrassing moment for the College Football Playoff committee, previews championship weekend and talks about a loaded slate of weekend college hoops. Here is a rundown of today's show: College football playoff committee gets it wrong + a preview of the weekend ahead: Aaron opens the show by discussing another embarrassing showing for the playoff committee (4:00). Florida dropped only one spot for losing as a 24-point underdog, while Cincinnati dropped another spot and didn't even play? It makes no sense, and Aaron thinks its time to re-evaluate how we rank teams. Then he previews all the conference championship games (15:00) and explains why he thinks Alabama rolls, Notre Dame-Clemson will be closer than expected and why USC can make a case for a playoff berth with a win. College hoops weekend preview: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by talking about a loaded college hoops slate (31:00). He previews the mega-showdown with Gonzaga and Iowa and explains why Kentucky actually caught a break facing North Carolina instead of UCLA. Finally, thoughts on Sunday's Illinois-Rutgers and Creighton UConn games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Aaron Torres Podcast, Aaron takes a spin around the coaching carousel, reads fun quotes from Auburn message boards and wonders - are we sure Jim Harbaugh is coming back to Michigan? Then Nick Coffey joins the show to discuss college football, Coach K and college hoops' lack of sizzle early Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means, it's time for an all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses a wide-ranging list of topics across college sports, ranging from Gus Malzahn's firing to Florida's loss and the impact it had on the playoff picture. He then transitions to hoops to talk Keyontae Johnson, Coach K vs. Nate Oats and Kentucky hoops losing again. Here is a rundown of today's show. Gus Malzahn fired, Florida loss + Dan Mullen comments: It was a busy weekend in college football, and Aaron opens the show with the somewhat shocking firing of Gus Malzahn at Auburn (3:30). He wonders what it means big picture - would Auburn *really* be willing to fire a guy and pay him $21 million if they didn't have a back-up plan? And is that back-up plan Hugh Freeze? From there he talks about Florida's shocking loss to LSU, it's impact on the playoff picture (19:30). Also, is Dan Mullen right - are we really punishing teams that have played more games, when Ohio State is line to make the playoff with just six games played (26:00)? Keyontae Johnson, Coach K vs. Nate Oats and Kentucky loses again: Finally, Aaron hits on a wild weekend on college hoops. He touches on the terrifying, scary situation with Keyontae Johnson at Florida, but also explains why we shouldn't rush to conclusions on what happened or what it means for college hoops going forward (34:30). He then discusses Nate Oats comments about Coach K, why Oats is right and why more people like him need to speak out (41:30), and wrap on Kentucky basketball losing again (54:00) - but actually showing signs of life in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses Coach K trying to cancel college hoops, Ohio State being allowed into the Big Ten title game, and a bizarre LSU season ending with a bowl ban. Here's a rundown of the show: Coach K tries to cancel college hoops: Aaron opens the show with the story of the day on Wednesday, Coach K trying to cancel the college basketball season (3:30). He explains why it makes no sense, and why if Coach K really cared about his player's mental and physical health he would be pushing to continue to play season. If Coach K doesn't want to coach this season, that's fine. But he shouldn't ruin for the rest of us.College football lookahead: Finally, Aaron discusses the two big topics of the day in college football. He explains why the Big Ten did the right thing by letting Ohio State into the conference title game (25:30) and discusses LSU self-imposing a bowl ban (35:00). After this disastrous season, it is looking more and more like LSU struck lightning in a bottle a season ago, that they were a one-year wonder and not built to compete for the SEC championship regularly under Coach O. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Wednesday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses the flawed College Football Playoff rankings, what's next after Ohio State and Michigan have to cancel and Urban Meyer's future after turning down Texas. Then he transitions to college basketball where Duke was once again blown out of the gym by Illinois. Here's a rundown of today's show: CFB Playoff ranking mess, Ohio State-Michigan canceled, Urban Meyer: Aaron opens the show by taking a quick spin across the world of college football. He begins with the flawed playoff rankings, where Ohio State held steady but Cincinnati dropped a spot after missing a game, and Iowa State moves up after beating nobody. Clearly the system is rigged against the little guy and Aaron is frustrated about it (3:30). From there he transitions to the cancellation of Ohio State-Michigan (15:00). With the game off, will the Big Ten make an exemption to get them in the Big Ten title game and how strong is their resume really? Also, was Tuesday's press conference the last time we see Jim Harbaugh as Michigan coach? Finally Aaron discusses Urban Meyer turning down Texas and why this probably really does signal the end of his college coaching career (33:30). Duke stinks, and the rest of the college hoops night: Finally, Aaron turns to basketball, where Duke lost again and it became official: The Blue Devils flat out stink (43:00). Aaron explains why Duke has similar problems to Kentucky, and just frankly isn't all that good. He also wonders why everyone doubted Illinois after their loss to Baylor, whether Iowa is the most explosive offensive team in college hoops and discusses the vastly improved North Carolina Tar Heels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron recaps another busy weekend in sports. He details the college football playoff picture, discusses the wild BYU-Coastal Carolina game, Shane Beamer to South Carolina and could Jim Harbaugh head back to the NFL? Then he recaps another embarrassing Kentucky hoops loss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron recorded immediately after Wednesday's Jimmy V Classic, where Gonzaga and Baylor won convincingly and appear to be separating themselves from the rest of the pack in the sport. Then he discusses the mess with Big Ten football and previews a light weekend in college football. Here is a rundown of the show: Baylor and Gonzaga win at the Jimmy V - are they starting to separate themselves?: Aaron open the show by discussing the two big games on Tuesday night: Baylor-Illinois and West Virginia-Gonzaga. He starts with Baylor and asks, is it possible that a team that won 22-straight games is better this season than last (3:30)? He then transitions to Gonzaga, which survived a scary injury to Jalen Suggs and a surprising performance from Andrew Nembhard to get the win (13:00). It also leads to this: Are the Zags and Bears are beginning to separate themselves as the two best teams in college basketball. Then he shouts out Shaka Smart and the Texas Longhorns, which clinched the Maui Invitational on Wednesday (24:30). The Big Ten's football mess + a weekend preview: Next up Aaron discusses the mess in the Big Ten. As Kirk Herbstreit predicted, Michigan is out this weekend and could be out for next week's Ohio State game - yet now it appears as though the Big Ten is willing to bend their rules to get Ohio State in the conference title game (28:00). While Aaron is in favor of it, he wonders: Why is Ohio State allowed to bend the rules, but not Nebraska which tried to schedule a non-conference game and got media backlash earlier this year (34:30). Finally, he previews a light Saturday slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Wednesday, and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron recorded immediately after the Champion's Classic, and recaps sloppy losses from both Kentucky and Duke, as well as a busy day in the Maui Invitational. He then talks the College Football Playoff rankings, what late-season outcomes could shake up the playoff and Kirk Herbstreit's comments on Michigan "ducking" Ohio State. Here is today's rundown: Champions Classic recap: Aaron opens the show by discussing what is usually a joyous college hoops event, the Champions Classic, that turned sloppy, with ugly performances from Kentucky, Kansas and Duke. He starts by discussing another embarrassing performance by Kentucky, where poor shooting and sloppy turnovers cost them again on Tuesday night (2:30). Can it be fixed? And at what point do this team's stars start playing like it? After a brief conversation about Kansas (19:00), he then transitions to Duke, which looked just as bad as Kentucky (25:00). Just how bad are the Blue Devils, and do they have any stars on this year's team, or just a bunch of role players who are forced into roles they're not ready for? Also, what was up with the sound at Cameron Indoor? Finally, he briefly touches on the Maui Invitational and a solid performance by Louisville against Western Kentucky. College Football Playoff Rankings + Kirk Herbstreit said what?: Next up, Aaron transitions to college football, where he discusses the most recent playoff rankings (38:00). With the same Top 7 as a week ago, Aaron asks the question: What scenarios could shake up the playoff race? Also, will Ohio State get in if they don't play for the Big Ten title, and what needs to happen for Texas A&M to get into the final four. Finally, he discusses Kirk Herbstreit's comments, after Herbstreit said that he could see Michigan refusing to play Ohio State next week (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Sunday, and we are releasing the normal Monday episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast early - after a crazy weekend in sports. Aaron opens with the college hoops opening weekend, discussing Kentucky's loss to Richmond, Gonzaga's domination and why the Zags played after a player tested positive for Covid-19. Then he transitions to college football, talking Ohio State on the brink, Alabama's domination and why Notre Dame deserves some respect. Here is a rundown of today's show: Kentucky loses, Gonzaga dominates on the opening weekend of college hoops: Aaron opens the show by discussing the opening weekend of college hoops, opening with Kentucky's stunning loss to Richmond (3:30). Aaron explains why this game was about Richmond simply being the better team, and why Kentucky's loss (along with Virginia and Villanova) proves that the crazy circumstances of this season could lead to some crazy results. He then transitions to Gonzaga, and begins with one simple question: Why did the Zags play a game after a player tested positive for Covid-19 (20:00)? The answer is simpler than you think. He then discusses the Zags as a team, and why they have proven to be the most balanced and best team in college hoops early in the season (34:00). He also explains why freshman Jalen Suggs is the X-factor in Spokane. The college football weekend recap: After a short break, Aaron then transitions to college football, and starts by talking about Ohio State (41:00). After a couple positive Covid tests, Ohio State may now not be eligible for the Big Ten championship game, and it could put their playoff chances at risk - and Aaron explains how the entire Big Ten has let them down. He then closes the show by explaining how this might be the most dominant Alabama team of the Nick Saban era (57:00) and why this Notre Dame can compete for a title like no Irish team of the modern era (1:08:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and you know what that means: Your bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. With college hoops season here, Aaron previews all the big teams, welcomes in Rob Dauster and makes his Final Four and national championship picks. Here is a rundown of today's show: Your full college hoops preview: Aaron opens the show by quickly recapping everything that happened in all the major conferences a season ago, and what you need to know about this season (3:00). He discusses key players and teams in the ACC (5:30), Big East (10:00), Big 12 (17:00), Big Ten (23:30), Pac 12 (30:00) and SEC (35:00). Rob Dauster joins: Aaron then welcomes in Rob Dauster, a college hoops analyst formerly of NBC Sports, now the owner of the "Field of 68" podcast network (42:00). The guys discuss the upside and fatal flaws of college basketball's preseason top three teams (Villanova, Gonzaga and Baylor), why Rob loves Tennessee, Aaron loves Texas Tech and how excited should we be about Kentucky. Also, some other odds and ends you need heading into the season. Finally, Aaron makes his Final Four and national championship picks (1:25:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and after a VERY busy weekend, it's time for an all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses Dabo Swinney's comments about Florida State (and why he's right), Indiana's football arrival plus Auburn self-imposing basketball sanctions. Here is a full rundown of the show: Dabo Swinney goes off + The rest of college football: : Aaron opens the show by discussing Dabo Swinney going OFF on Florida State (4:00). He explains why Dabo was right to question Florida State's motivations and why the Seminoles set a bad precedent for all of college sports by trying to cancel under the circumstances they did. Aaron then transitions to the rest of college football, where he discusses Indiana proving they belong against Ohio State (28:30), whether Buckeyes fans should be concerned after Indiana almost pulled the upset (36:00) and what the heck is going on at Penn State, where the Nittany Lions are 0-5 for the first time in school history (44:30). Finally, Aaron discusses Auburn's decision to self-impose NCAA sanctions on its basketball program and what it means for the 2021 season and beyond (56:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an ALL-TIME episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron recaps the entire NBA Draft, and is joined by Liberty coach Hugh Freeze to talk about the Flames' dream season, as well as tough questions about job openings across college football. Here is a rundown of today's show: Your full NBA Draft recap: Aaron opens the show by discussing the story of the night, the 2020 NBA Draft (3:00). He starts with the opening picks, and wonders how could the Timberwolves take a guy who admitted that he doesn't "love basketball" at No. 1 overall. He then moves to the Knicks, who had the steal of the night with Obi Toppin at No. 8. If there had been an NCAA Tournament, would Toppin have gone No. 1 overall (15:00). Finally Aaron asks: Did RJ Hampton cost himself millions by going to Australia (25:00)? After his draft stock tumbled, where are all the media who raved about that decision now? Hugh Freeze joins the show: Next up, Liberty head coach Hugh Freeze makes his debut on the Aaron Torres Podcast (39:30). Coach Freeze and Aaron discuss Coach Freeze's past at Ole Miss, Liberty's meteoric rise and whether he is able to enjoy the "small stuff" now more than before. They also discuss why Liberty is a better job than people realize, this weekend's game against NC State and the role that Nick Saban has played as a mentor to him. Finally, just days after the South Carolina job opened, Aaron asked if Freeze will consider other jobs this off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and it's a bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast! With the NBA Draft on Wednesday, Aaron previews the event, then shares interviews with some of his favorite players in this year's draft (most of which were recorded in the spring). Here is a full rundown of today's show: NBA Draft Preview: Aaron opens the show by previewing Wednesday's NBA Draft (4:30). He explains why he believes that LaMelo Ball and Obi Toppin are the only players in the draft with star potential, and why he is selling on Anthony Edwards and James Wiseman. He also discusses why he'd rather have a pick in the 15-30 range, than in the 5-15 range. Interviews with of the drafts biggest stars: Next up, Aaron re-runs interviews that he did in the spring with some of the draft's biggest stars. Dayton's Obi Toppin shares his incredible journey from high school player with zero scholarship offers to National Player of the Year (26:30) and Kentucky's Immanuel Quickley re-lives his SEC Player of the Year season (55:00). Arkansas's Mason Jones discusses the incredible story of how he went from over 300 lbs. and out of basketball to All-American (1:14:30) and Nevada's Jalen Harris looks back on an incredible season at Nevada where he was one of college basketball's top scores (1:48:30). If you love college hoops, nothing will get you ready for the draft like this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means, another episode of the Aaron Torres Pod. Aaron leads with the big news from the weekend: Will Muschamp being fired, and then bounces around to the rest of the big stories including Florida's rise and Michigan's continued fall to the pits of the Big Ten. Here is a rundown of today's show: Will Muschamp is out at South Carolina: After taping the entire show, late breaking news came Sunday night as Will Muschamp was fired at South Carolina, and so Aaron opens there (3:00). He explains why the news was both surprising, but also not surprising and why losing to a first-year head coach in Lane Kiffin might've been the final nail in Muschamp's coffin. He then discusses who could be next for the Gamecocks as head coach. The rest of the weekend in college football: Following the Muschamp news, Aaron chats about the rest of the weekend in college football. He explains why, despite a bunch of cancellations last week, the season won't be pushed back (25:00) before turning to the games on the field, where Florida was more impressive than anyone this weekend (40:00). Do the Gators have enough juice to make a playoff push? Aaron also discusses the latest chapter of the never-ending Jim Harbaugh saga, where it's a matter of if, not when Harbaugh is out in Ann Arbor (49:30). He wraps with what is shaping to be one of the best Heisman races college football has seen in a long time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast is live. Aaron discusses the chaos in college football (where four SEC games were canceled) previews Week 11 and discusses the end of the Gregg Marshall era at Wichita. Then he is joined by Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman to discuss the season ahead and coaching college hoops in the Covid era. Here is a rundown of today's show: College football chaos, Week 11, Gregg Marshall: Aaron opens the show by discussing chaos in college football, where four SEC games have been canceled this week (3:30). He explains why it happened and why things won't get better if college sports don't loosen their contact tracing protocols. He then discusses the light Week 11 slate (18:30) and discusses what looks like the end of the Gregg Marshall era at Wichita (28:30). Aaron explains why when Wichita does move off of Gregg Marshall, he believes why it would be smart to wait until after the season to pursue the school's next permanent coach. Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman joins the show: With the college hoops season now just a few weeks away, Aaron is welcomed by his old friend, Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman to preview the season ahead (40:00). Coach Muss discusses what it is like to coach college hoops in the Covid era, and how his program has adjusted practices, scheduling and eventually game days. He also described the strength of SEC hoops, why it's the league that most resembles the NBA, and explains the inspiration he has gotten from watching Arkansas football coach Sam Pittman work his magic this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a busy Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron discusses the Covid outbreak in the SEC, Hugh Freeze's chance to return to the SEC and the teams that were ranked too high and too low in the first college hoops poll. Then, he is joined by preseason All-American Cade Cunningham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means, another loaded edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast, recapping a loaded weekend of college football. Here is a full rundown of today's show: Notre Dame thriller and is it time for Jim Harbaugh to go: Aaron opens the show by discussing the Game of the Year in college football, Clemson-Notre Dame (4:30). He explains why this game shouldn't be about Trevor Lawrence's absence but instead, Notre Dame's physical dominance and why it's time we finally give Brian Kelly the credit he deserves. Then for the third week in a row he transitions to Michigan, where, after an embarrassing loss to Indiana, it feels like it's finally time for Jim Harbaugh to go in Ann Arbor (23:30). Aaron explains why it could happen, but contact stuff is complicating it. Georgia-Florida, Tennessee meltdown and the rest of Week 10: After a short break, Aaron is back to break down the rest of the weekend. He explains why the Georgia-Florida game wasn't really about Florida, but instead Georgia, where he wonders, has the Bulldogs title window already closed (36:30). Finally he discusses Tennessee's meltdown (47:00) an unimpressive win for USC and what the heck is Chip Kelly doing exactly at UCLA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means, an all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron tells you what you need to know with the return of the Pac-12, then discusses this weekend's biggest games and makes his gambling picks. Here is a rundown of today's show. The Pac-12 is back + the rest of the weekend preview: After 10 months the long national nightmare is over: Pac-12 football is back and ready to put you to bed on Saturday's. Aaron gets you caught up on what you might have forgotten about the league, discusses key teams and explains why the league might be in the middle of a massive College Football Playoff debate come November (4:00). Then he previews all the big games, including Georgia-Florida, Clemson-Notre Dame and more (20:00) and hands out his gambling picks (31:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron explains why Dan Mullen's $25,000 fine probably isn't enough, before turning his attention to college hoops. With the season right around the corner, Aaron begins his coverage with a preview of the SEC and then is joined by Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes for an interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast is live. Aaron explains why losing Trevor Lawrence for Notre Dame isn't the worst thing, asks if Dan Mullen will be in trouble following Florida's brawl, discusses Ohio State's big win, Michigan's big loss and much more. Here is a full rundown of the show: Life without Trevor, Dan Mullen, Ohio State: Aaron opens the show by discussing the biggest story in college football - the announcement that Trevor Lawrence won't be able to play at Notre Dame this weekend (5:00). He also explains why weirdly, the timing of this actually worked out well for Clemson and could be a *great* thing for the ACC. Then he transitions to Florida, and asks whether Dan Mullen should get in trouble for his role in inciting the Gators' brawl against Missouri (21:00) and recaps Ohio State's dominating win over Penn State, where the Buckeyes looked like they are on a mission to win it all (28:00). What's next for Michigan, Texas A&M and more: After a quick break, Aaron wraps the show by recapping the rest of the day in college football. He discusses Michigan's big loss to Michigan State and why he was obviously wrong about the Wolverines (39:00), Texas A&M being a dark horse playoff contender (52:30), Kentucky's struggles and why it's time to make Cincinnati and BYU part of the playoff discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means, it's time for another edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses the mess at Wisconsin, and why it could spell doom for Big Ten basketball, Trevor Lawrence potentially returning to Clemson for another season, and previews all the games in Week 9 of the college football season. Then he is joined by college football analyst Zach Smith to talk about Week 9. Here is a full rundown of today's show: Wisconsin mess, Trevor Lawrence return + Week 9 Preview: Aaron opens the show by discussing the mess at Wisconsin where the Badgers were forced to cancel their game at Nebraska (3:00). Aaron explains why this is just further proof of the Big Ten overreaching their hand in testing protocols, why Wisconsin won't be the last team whose season goes up in flames and why this could be really, really bad news for Big Ten basketball. He then discusses Trevor Lawrence's quote about potentially "returning" to Clemson and wonders - and wonders should he pull an Eli Manning and refuse to play for the Jets (20:00)? Finally, he gives a weekend preview, talking about the Ohio State-Penn State game, does Kentucky have a chance against Georgia and why he wouldn't dare bet LSU and Auburn (29:30). College football analyst Zach Smith joins the show: Next up, college football analyst, former Ohio State assistant and host of the "Menace 2 Sports" podcast Zach Smith joins the show (43:00). He discusses what it was like to coach for Urban Meyer, coach with Mike Vrabel and how Meyer built Ohio State into the juggernaut it is today. Then they transition to this weekend's games, where they ask, does Penn State have any chance against Ohio State? Also, an incredible Urban Meyer story to close the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and you know what that means: A bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron opens by discussing college basketball's Orlando bubble being canceled - and why it doesn't necessarily mean what you think it does. He then talks about the Big Ten's absurd Covid-19 testing protocols after Wisconsin's Graham Mertz tests positive, and wraps with another edition of Aaron's favorite game: "Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong." Here is a rundown of today's show: College basketball's Orlando bubble is canceled - what now: Aaron opens the show by discussing the shocking news that college basketball's Orlando bubble was canceled (3:00). He explains why it happened, what's next and no, why it doesn't mean that out of conference games will be canceled in college basketball. If anything, it's the opposite. He also explains how on-campus events in places like Lexington, Louisville and Duke now take on even more significance. The Big Ten's Covid-19 testing protocols may cost them a shot at the College Football Playoff: Next, Aaron transitions to the Big Ten, where news broke late Sunday that Wisconsin star quarterback Graham Mertz may have tested positive for Covid-19 (24:00). He explains how the Big Ten's absurd protocols - which require players who test positive to sit out 21 days - may cost teams their entire seasons and maybe even aa shot at the playoff. Finally, Aaron plays "Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong" where he discusses Olivier Sarr, Kentucky basketball recruiting and why he was way, WAY wrong on Tennessee football (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means: A LOADED Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron opens the show by discussing the Big Ten's return to the field, and asks the question: Why does Jim Harbaugh never get any respect when he beats good teams? He also discusses Nebraska and Indiana's wild win, before transitioning to basketball. There he goes into Arizona basketball's run-in with the NCAA and Kentucky receiving a commitment from five-star guard, Skyy Clark. Harbaugh, Nebraska and the rest of the college football weekend: Aaron opens the show by discussing the return of the Big Ten, highlighted by Michigan's dominant win over Minnesota and wonders "Will Jim Harbaugh ever get any respect?" (3:30). When Michigan loses he is the most overrated coach ever, yet when they crush a quality opponent, no one seems to care. Aaron then transitions to the rest of the Big Ten, where he wonders if Nebraska will ever figure things out under Scott Frost (18:00) and discusses controversial wins by Indiana over Penn State and Auburn over Ole Miss (30:00). Arizona hears from the NCAA + Skyy Clark: Next up, Aaron transitions to college basketball, where Arizona has finally heard from the NCAA (38:30). Aaron explains why the Arizona case is so complicated and why, even after the weekend's news, he's not sold it means Sean Miller loses his job. Finally, he wraps with Kentucky picking up a commitment from another five-star guard, this one Skyy Clark and wonders whether or not he will stay in the high school class of 2022 or move up to 2021 (57:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got ourselves a VERY special Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron is recording just moments after Kentucky center Olivier Sarr was declared eligible. He discusses Sarr and what it means for Kentucky and their pursuit of a national title, before transitioning to college football where he previews the weekend and talks OBJ's "ban" from LSU. Then he is joined by ESPN's Cole Cubelic for a fun conversation on the state of college football. Olivier Sarr is eligible + A weekend college football preview: Aaron opens the show with breaking news that Kentucky center Olivier Sarr has been ruled eligible (4:00). Aaron explains why the news is so big and what it means for Kentucky - which he believes is now the SEC title favorite, a preseason Top 5 team and an absolute national title contender. He then previews the Big 12-SEC Challenge matchups (16:00). Finally, Aaron turns his attention to college football, where he previews all the big weekend games including two showdowns on the Big Ten's opening weekend (24:30). Finally, he hands out his college football gambling picks and discusses Odell Beckham's "ban" from LSU football (37:00). ESPN's Cole Cubelic joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by one of his favorite guests, ESPN's Cole Cubelic (43:30). With the Big Ten back this weekend, the guys discuss the long road for college football, what it's been like to be in a stadium this season and all of the logistical hurdles teams are going through to play games this season. Finally, they wrap by talking actual, on the field football staff and ask the question: Can anyone catch Clemson and Bama this season? This is an ALL-TIME episode, download now!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and you know what that means: It's time for a bonus episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron asks the question you never knew you needed an answer to: why we can't get two Monday Night games every week, then looks ahead at what to expect on the first weekend of Big Ten football. Finally, he plays America's favorite game: Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong. Here is a quick preview of the show: Two Monday Night games every week + Big Ten lookahead: While recording during Monday night's Chiefs-Bills game, Aaron asks: Instead of getting a bunch of games at 1pm on Sunday, why can't we get two Monday Night games every week? Fans want, networks want it, and with games getting pushed back regularly, is it something we could see in the future (4:00)? Then, he turns his attention to Big Ten football, which returns this weekend. What happened last season that maybe you forgot, and what do you need to know about Ohio State, Penn State, Nebraska and more heading into this weekend (18:00). Finally, he plays America's favorite game, "Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong" talking Kentucky football, Jeremy Pruitt and much, much more (33:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. It's your traditional mega Monday recap show, as Aaron talks Georgia-Alabama, Kentucky-Tennessee, Arkansas's improbable start and much, much more. Here is a rundown of today's show: Alabama dominates, Georgia sputters again, Arkansas is the best "story" in college football: Aaron opens the show by discussing the game of the year, Georgia-Alabama. He discusses Alabama's dominant win, and explains why there's only one *type* of team in college football that can beat Bama this year (3:30). He then looks into Georgia's shortfall once again, their lack of quarterback and wonders if they've already missed their best window to beat Alabama (19:00). Then he transitions to Arkansas, and explains why they're the best "story" in college football, after winning their second SEC game, after going two years without an SEC win (29:30). Kentucky's historic win at Tennessee, what's next for the Vols and Clemson rolls: After a quick break, Aaron transitions to Kentucky's historic win in Knoxville, explains why fans shouldn't have worried about the Wildcats' 2-2 start and why he's happy for Terry Wilson (39:00). He then does a deep dive on Tennessee, where he says that Jeremy Pruitt's program is at a crossroads -- and it's more than their quarterback (47:00). Finally, Aaron wraps on Clemson's incredible win and Florida State's upset over North Carolina (55:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday, and we've got a LOADED Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron talks about Nick Saban testing positive for coronavirus, how it will impact Georgia-Alabama and he gives the rest of his Week 7 college football preview. Then he discusses the one-time transfer rule, the NCAA Tournament coming to Vegas, and is joined by Raptors head coach Nick Nurse for a fascinating interview. Here is a rundown of today's show. Nick Saban catches coronavirus - and the rest of the Week 7 college football preview: Aaron opens the show by discussing the shocking news that Nick Saban has tested positive for coronavirus (3:00). What does it mean and how will it impact the rest of the weekend in college football? He then previews the rest of the college football weekend and hands out his gambling picks (17:00) before discussing all the good and bad of the one-time transfer rule (33:30). Finally he discusses the NCAA awarding the NCAA Tournament coming to Las Vegas in 2023 and how exciting a Final Four will one day be in the city (44:00). Raptors head coach Nick Nurse joins the show: Next up, a fun interview with Raptors head coach Nick Nurse (51:00). He joins to discuss his wild career in coaching, his first job in England where he drank with fans after the games, coaching Dennis Rodman for one week and everything he learned overseas. Then he discusses his run with the Raptors, a crazy Kawhi Leonard story and his new book "Rapture" which is now available for purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and you know what that means: A bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron puts a bow on the NBA Finals, before taking a deep dive into the Gregg Marshall controversy at Wichita State. Then he discusses the fake drama surrounding Dan Mullen and plays a game of "Where Aaron was right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Here is a full rundown of today's show: NBA Finals Wrap and Gregg Marshall: Aaron opens the show with a quick wrap of the NBA Finals, explaining why he is happy for Frank Vogel, Anthony Davis and yes, even LeBron and also tired of the fake "debates" surrounding LeBron (3:00). Then he turns his attention to the controversy surrounding Gregg Marshall and Wichita State (12:30). Aaron gets you caught up on everything that Marshall is accused of at the school and why it feels unlikely that he will be able to keep his job. Dan Mullen "Controversy" and More: Finally, Aaron defends Dan Mullen for his comments about "Filling the Swamp" (31:00) and plays a game of "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing Georgia, Mike Leach and all his other best and worst opinions of the week (39:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means - an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron has a full recap from a truly wild Saturday in college football, ranging from the insane Alabama-Ole Miss game, Clemson and Georgia's dominant victories and a program-changing win for Jimbo Fisher. He wraps with the reality that LSU stinks and Arkansas got railroaded by SEC officials. Here is a full rundown of today's show: Alabama-Ole Miss, Georgia and Clemson: Aaron opens the show by discussing the first great weekend in college football (4:00). He discusses Alabama's shootout with Ole Miss, and why he believes that this is a testament to Lane Kiffin (5:30). For all the crap that Kiffin gets, Aaron believes he has a chance to turn Ole Miss into a headache for the rest of the SEC. He then asks, is Alabama's defense *really* a problem (18:00) and is this the best Georgia team since Kirby Smart got to Athens (23:00). Finally, Aaron explains why as impressive as Clemson's win was, the Tigers didn't even play their best football in a dominant victory over Miami (31:30). Plus, the rest of college football: After a short break, Aaron returns. He talks about a signature win for Jimbo Fisher and why it was probably a little unfair to question the Texas A&M coach even despite his struggles leading into this game (41:00) and why Saturday proves that LSU stinks and why it isn't getting better this year (54:00). And finally, Aaron discusses why Arkansas got jobbed by the referees, but it shouldn't take away from everything they've accomplished in just three short weeks under Sam Pittman (59:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast is live. Aaron discusses why players opting back into the season is great for college football - and kills the narrative that college athletes are being exploited. He then discusses a loaded college football slate, previewing all the big games, and wraps by welcoming in Sports Illustrated writer Ross Dellenger. Here is a full rundown of today's show: The importance of player opt in's + full weekend preview: Aaron opens the show by discussing the newest trend in college football - players who had opted out of the season back in July and August electing to opt back in (4:00). He explains why this is not only good for college football, but proves that college athletes aren't being "exploited" the way many in the media try to claim. Then, he turns his attention to the weekend in college football, previewing all the big games, including Clemson-Miami, Florida-Texas A&M, Texas-Oklahoma, Tennessee-Georgia and much more (18:00) and makes his gambling picks for the weekend (35:30). Sports Illustrated college football writer Ross Dellenger joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by Sports Illustrated college football Ross Dellenger (41:30). The guys discuss Ross's new book on LSU, last year's dream season for the Tigers and what it is like to be around Coach O every single day. Then they turn their attention to this current season, where Ross was one of the reporters who broke several stories around the Big Ten's cancelation and re-start. What was it like to be in the middle of all that drama? Ross shares the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday and you know what that means: Time for a bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses the tanking NBA ratings - and explains why the low numbers are for a different reason than you think, and also plays a game of "Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong." Then, he is joined by his old friend Nick Coffey, to discuss the NBA Finals, the biggest stories in college football and more on the Chris Mack-John Calipari fallout from a week ago. Here is a rundown of today's show: No one is watching the NBA Finals - here's why: The NBA Finals are wrapping up and the numbers haven't been pretty, with Game 1 and 2 serving as the two lowest rated Finals games in modern history. Aaron explains why he believes this is happening - and why the low ratings are not necessarily for the reasons you think (3:00). He also plays a game of "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" hitting on some of his best predictions in recent memory (cough, Auburn football stinks) and some of his worst (woops, Mississippi State). Nick Coffey joins the show: Next up, Aaron's old friend Nick Coffey, radio host Nick Coffey from Louisville joins him to discuss all the big stories (35:30). The guys hit on a range of topics, from those sinking NBA ratings to all sorts of things in college football - including will Texas ever be good again? And finally, they take a deep dive on the John Calipari-Chris Mack fallout, who was right, who was wrong and just how many attempts did it take for Chris Mack to nail his delivery in that video? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means - an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron spends the entire show recapping a wild weekend in college football, discussing Oklahoma and Texas A&M's losses, Arkansas, Georgia and Tennessee's wins, and why he's not ready to give up on Kentucky! Here is a full rundown of today's show:Oklahoma stinks and is it time to question Jimbo Fisher at Texas A&M: Aaron opens the show by discussing the wacky weekend that was, highlighted by Oklahoma's second straight loss, this one to Iowa State (4:00). He explains that while everyone wants to blame the defense, the offense is to blame, and it's time to wonder if Oklahoma just isn't a very good football team this season. Then he transitions to Texas A&M, where after another blowout loss to Alabama, is it time to question Jimbo Fisher at Texas A&M (19:30)? After signing a $75 million deal three years ago, it's time for him to start beating good teams - and soon. The rest of the weekend that was: Finally, Aaron spends the back half of the show recapping the weekend that was across the sport. He explains why Georgia might have found its quarterback, and why it probably means the Dawgs will again be in the title chase (31:30). He also congratulates Arkansas on its first SEC win since 2017 (38:00) and explains the impact that Jeremy Pruitt has had on Tennessee football and why he believes the Vols are playing their best football in years (44:00). Finally, he ends the show by explaining why he isn't ready yet to give up on Kentucky, despite their 0-2 start (51:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Episode 300 of the Aaron Torres Podcast, and Aaron celebrates in style, as college football icon Herschel Walker joins the show! First though, Aaron recaps a wild week, including the Chris Mack vs. John Calipari debate, some quick thoughts on the Joey Gatewood/Cade Mays ruling and makes his Week 5 college football picks. Here is a rundown of today's show: Mack vs. Calipari, CFB picks and more: Aaron opens the show by discussing the beef between Chris Mack and John Calipari (4:30)! He explains why he sees Mack's point but still believes he is wrong for wanting to move the game, and then discusses why this Chris Mack video was the best thing that could've happened to the Kentucky-Louisville rivalry! Then he discusses Cade Mays and Joey Gatewood getting eligible (and what it could mean for Olivier Sarr) and the Pac-12 trying to get the playoff expanded (24:30). Finally, he wraps with his Week 5 college football picks (31:00) Herschel Walker joins the podcast: For Episode 300 what better to get things rolling, then by welcoming a living legend to the show: Herschel Walker (40:30). The guys discuss Walker's incredible life, his time at Georgia, his run as an Olympic bobsledder and why he almost chose the military over playing college football. Finally, Walker wraps by discussing his famous daily routine of over 1,000 push-ups and 3,000 sit-ups. This is an all-time interview and MUST LISTEN stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday, and you know what that means: An all new episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron explains why this is the best sports week of our lifetime, before taking a deep dive into the NBA, and why you need be rooting for the Heat in these NBA Finals. Then he discusses the best "hot takes" from the weekend, and later, is joined by author Seth Emerson. Here is a rundown of today's show: Best sports week ever + the Miami Heat: Aaron opens the show by explaining why this is literally the best sport week of our lives, with the NBA Finals, MLB Playoffs and Stanley Cup overlapping with the NFL and college football regular season (5:00). He then transitions to the Finals and explains why the Miami Heat are the team everyone should be rooting for, with a bunch of players like Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, who have all overcome crazy adversity in their lives (11:00). Also, despite all his success, is Pat RIley somehow still underrated historically (21:30). Finally, he wraps with a new segment "Hot Take Tuesday" where he reacts to fans' hottest takes from college football on Saturday (29:30). Author Seth Emerson joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by author Seth Emerson to discuss his new book "Attack the Day" about Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs. Emerson takes listeners behind the scenes of Mark Richt's final days on the job, and why Georgia believed it had to make a move to bring home Smart. He then discusses the excitement of winning big, but also the disappointment of losing so many big games in recent years. Finally, as Georgia gets set for Auburn this weekend, what are Dawgs fans opinions of Smart heading into his fifth season right now, and how long does he have until a national title is expected? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday, SEC football is back and you know what that means! An all new Aaron Torres Podcast is live! He discusses a wild opening weekend of SEC football, the Big 12's disappointment, Mike Leach and the controversial Kentucky-Auburn game. Here is a rundown of today's show. The Big 12 STINKS: Aaron opens the show by discussing the lousy performance of the Big 12 (4:00). He discusses Oklahoma's loss to Kansas State, Texas' near loss to Texas Tech and why it already looks like the conference will struggle to get a playoff berth. Then he explains why the Big 12's loss is everyone else's gain in the sport, and the one conference that could benefit the most if the Big 12 doesn't make the playoff. Mike Leach arrives, LSU stinks and the rest of the weekend in the SEC: Aaron then transitions to the SEC, where he discusses a wild first Saturday for the league. He discusses Mississippi State's shocking win over LSU and asks the question: Is Mike Leach the most underrated coach in college football (20:00)? He then explains why it might be a long season for LSU (32:00). Finally, he wraps by discussing the controversial Kentucky-Auburn game and how one blown call altered the entire game (39:00), Tennessee's seven-game win streak, and thoughts on Georgia-Arkansas, Bama-Mizzou and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast! Aaron celebrates the return of SEC football by talking about all the big games, then transitions to basketball where he discusses Olivier Sarr's situation and Chris Mack saying the Louisville-Kentucky game might not be played this season. Then he welcomes ESPN's Ryan McGee to the show. Highlights: SEC football, Oliver Sarr and Louisville-Kentucky up in the air? We are now just days from the start of SEC football, and Aaron has a complete preview (5:00). What did you forget in the offseason? And who does he like in all the games? He has the answers. Then he discusses Olivier Sarr, who has been cleared to play by the NCAA and is now waiting for approval from the SEC (20:00) and Chris Mack's surprising comments about the Kentucky-Louisville game potentially being in jeopardy (28:00). He wraps by giving his Week 4 college football picks. ESPN's Ryan McGee joins the show: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by welcoming ESPN's Ryan McGee to this episode (40:00). Ryan discusses his new book, growing up around college football with his father as a referee and running into Lane Kiffin when both were little kids. The guys then talk about this upcoming coronavirus-plagued season, all the big storylines and general thoughts on a chaotic few weeks for the Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Tuesday, and you know what that means: A bonus, Tuesday edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. On a quiet day in sports, Aaron explains why he loves Deion Sanders's latest move and Kentucky's domination of the NBA bubble. Then Nick Coffey joins him to discuss all the trending topics in sports including thoughts on college football so far, college basketball bubbles and much more. Here is a rundown of today's show: Deion Sanders is a college coach and Kentucky dominates the NBA bubble: Aaron opens the show by discussing Deion Sanders being named head coach at Jackson State (5:00). He explains why, even if the hire works out it is still good for Jackson State, and why he believes Deion could make for a really good college coach. Then he discusses Kentucky's domination of the NBA bubble with Anthony Davis, Jamal Murray, Tyler Herro and others having success, and explains why this should help the Wildcats on the recruiting trail going forward. Nick Coffey discusses college football and basketball: Next up, Aaron's old friend Nick Coffey, a radio host in Louisville, joins the show (30:00). The two discuss where we are in college football, why the sport hasn't felt the same without the SEC and whether the Big Ten's late start to the season should keep them out of the playoff or not. Then they discuss college basketball bubbles and explain why schools like Kentucky and Louisville are hosting bubbles, even if the teams they're playing against aren't the biggest, best or most exciting matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday -- time for an all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Even though the games weren't great, it was an awesome weekend of college football, with the Big Ten schedule release and the SEC now just days away from kicking off. Torres talks about all of that, plus thoughts on Miami-Louisville and the opening weekend SEC football lines. Big Ten schedule is out, and College Football Playoff controversy is already brewing: Aaron opens the show by discussing a busy weekend in college football, including the Big Ten announcing its schedule. He tells you the Week 1 games you need to watch out for and which teams have the best and worst schedules (4:30). Then he goes into a deeper conversation on the Big Ten, specifically, how will the playoff committee judge a Big Ten team that only plays seven or eight games versus an SEC or Big 12 team that plays 10 or 11 games this season (20:00). He then let's you know the latest on the mess in the Pac-12 and the complications with that league returning to the field (26:30). The rest of Week 1: Aaron recaps all of the big games from this weekend, including why no, Miami isn't "back" after their win over Louisville (31:30) and why it's time show UCF a little love (39:30). Finally, he briefly discusses the opening weekend lines for SEC football next week (44:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and we've got a great Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron explains what really happened in the Big Ten and goes off on the Pac-12, who is now scrambling to get a football season after making an all-time blunder the last few months. Finally, he talks about college hoops' start date and gives his Week 3 college football picks. The Big Ten is back -- but there's more to the story than you think: Aaron opens the show by discussing a joyous moment: The return of Big Ten football (4:00). He discusses what really happened, and why you shouldn't believe that the league is back because of new medical information. Then he gives credit to the people who really deserve it, the players, parents, coaches who fought in Big Ten country and the other leagues who pushed forward to play. What is the Pac-12 doing? Next up, Aaron discusses a surreal day for Pac-12 football (25:00). After months of saying that government officials wouldn't let them practice and play, the officials said that teams have always been allowed to practice, and it sent the whole conference scrambling. Could we see Pac-12 football by the end of October? And should this be the move that costs Larry Scott his job? Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the start of college hoops, which became official on Wednesday (40:00) and makes his college football gambling picks (44:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the new Tuesday edition of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron discusses the two biggest topics in college sports. He goes into the situation in the Big Ten, and why we still don't have a decision on football, then discusses college hoops' proposed start date and what to expect from the season. Here is a rundown of today's show: What is holding up the Big Ten? Aaron opens the show giving an update on the Big Ten (4:00). They were supposed to decide on the future of their football season on Sunday, so why is there still no decision? Aaron explains the answer, as well as what the next steps will be. He then passionately explains why the presidents need to make a decision immediately. College hoops has a start date: Aaron wraps this quick, rapid-fire show by discussing college hoops having a proposed start date! He explains why November 21st makes logical sense, and then discusses what the season may look like. Finally, he takes fans behind the scenes on what college "bubbles" could potentially look like, and why college basketball coaches are working overtime to make them happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast -- and for the first time this fall, we have Power 5 football to recap! Aaron opens the show by giving the latest on the Big Ten, why he's now optimistic they will return -- he's just not sure when. Then he transitions to Week 2 to recap a wild weekend for the Sun Belt and more. Here is a rundown of the show: The latest on the Big Ten: Aaron opens the show by updating the audience on everything going on in the Big Ten, and discusses whether or not he believes the league will actually return or not (6:00). If the league returns he tells you the reasons that they will use to explain their overturned decision, as opposed to what the real reasons actually are. He also explains why he believes that the league is considering both an October and Thanksgiving return, and why he is not confident that the league will actually make the right decision. A full recap of the first full weekend of college football: Aaron turns his attention to the actual on the field product. He explains why we shouldn't freak out about no fans in the stands, why it won't feel the same until the SEC comes back and why the MLB, (yes, the MLB!) deserves credit for getting football on the field this weekend (29:30). Finally, he discusses a big day for the Sun Belt which also doubled as a disastrous day for the Big 12 (38:00) and asks "How did Florida State football get so bad" after a fourth straight season opening loss {42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Even with football kicking off, Aaron opens by discussing the idiotic conversation about expanding the NCAA Tournament and then wonders if Billy Donovan could actually return to college hoops. Then he closes by discussing week one of the college football season. Expanded NCAA Tournament: Aaron opens the show by discussing the idiotic conversation about potentially including all 346 teams in college basketball in the NCAA Tournament (5:00). He explains why it's something that TV networks would reject, ruin the absolute fiber of college hoops and doesn't make sense for anyone involved. Could Billy Donovan return to college hoops? Torres turns his attention to Billy Donovan who is out in OKC (27:00). Aaron explains why, even if Donovan might want to stay in the NBA, college might be the better fit. Also, what schools could make sense? And how many schools would fire their coaches to hire Donovan if they could afford to? Week 2 CFB Preview: Aaron wraps the show by discussing the return of ACC and Big 12 teams in Week 2 of the college football season (35:00). He explains why he believes both the Clemson and Notre Dame games are stay aways, while sharing his favorite bets of this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a long holiday weekend, it's time for a new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron discusses Jim Harbaugh fighting for the Big Ten, and a new person that could be holding up the league's return. Then he gives his College Football Playoff picks, bold predictions and plays a little "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Here's a rundown of today's show: Jim Harbaugh fights for the Big Ten: Aaron opens the show by talking about the latest drama in the Big Ten. Aaron discusses Jim Harbaugh's comments that Michigan would be "ready to play in two weeks" then also explains why it's now Michigan's President who may be holding up the whole conference. He wraps by explaining why the Pac-12 could be holding up the Big Ten, and why if they do return by October, it could be without all their teams. College Football Playoff Picks and Predictions: Aaron wraps the show by discussing some actual on the field college football talk. He gives us his final four and national champion this season, as well as some bold predictions for what we will see on the field. Finally, it's another segment of "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron was wrong" where he shares some of his best and worst predictions from the summer, including what the college football season would look like, the NBA bubble and if and when we'll get college hoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron breaks down the biggest stories in college sports on the first day of FBS football, including the President fighting for Big Ten football, the Pac-12's incompetence and Jamie Newman's decision to leave Georgia. Then he discusses Jay Wright staying at Villanova and Carole Baskin making headlines once again. Here is a rundown of today's show: The President and the Big Ten: Aaron opens the show with the stunning news this week that President Donald Trump is fighting to save Big Ten football (5:00). Aaron explains why, whether the president's decision is political or not, it's still a good thing for college football. He also explains why no one is fighting for the Pac-12 (22:00). Also, on the day that Georgia starting QB Jamie Newman left the program, Aaron explains why there might be more to the story than meets the eye (31:00). Jay Wright stays at Villanova -- Aaron wraps the show by discussing Jay Wright's decision to return to Villanova, and why it wasn't a tough decision at all (37:00), Carole Baskin's return to the spotlight (40:30) and finally, a very special shoutout for long-time listeners of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another edition of the new Tuesday, Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron recaps a busy Monday in sports. He discusses another body blow for the Big Ten and also a Dabo Swinney to the NFL rumor that popped up. Then he transitions to basketball where he talks about the legacy of John Thompson and new Kentucky assistant Jai Lucas. Finally, he is joined by legendary Georgia Tech coach Bobby Cremins. Another body blow for the Big Ten, Dabo to the NFL and college hoops: Aaron opens the show by discussing another bad look for the Big Ten. How can the league justify not playing this season when Notre Dame will have fans in the stands (5:30)? He then talks about a wild, Dabo Swinney to the NFL rumor that can't possibly be true, can it (20:30)? Then he transitions to basketball where he discusses the legacy of legendary Georgetown coach John Thompson (30:30) and the impact that Jai Lucas will have at Kentucky (37:30). Legendary Georgia Tech coach Bobby Cremins joins the show: Legendary Georgia Tech Bobby Cremins joins the show to discuss old school college hoops (47:00). The guys talk about his time at Georgia Tech, recruiting in the old days, and coaching against Coach K and Dean Smith. They also discuss the recruitments of Kenny Anderson and Stephon Marbury and a near Final Four upset of the famed UNLV national championship team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and you know what that means -- an all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. With college football returning this weekend, Aaron discusses another embarrassing weekend for the Big Ten and LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase's decision to declare for the NFL Draft. He then remembers legendary Arizona coach Lute Olson who passed away this weekend. Here is a rundown of today's show: College football is back, even as Big Ten embarrasses itself again: Aaron opens the show by discussing the return of college sports, after six long months without a game (5:30). He then quickly transitions to the Big Ten, which now may try to start around Thanksgiving -- a plan that is somehow worse than waiting until the winter (8:30). Aaron explains why it makes no sense, and why there is no reason that the Big Ten can't kick off the season by early October and play with the SEC, ACC and Big 12. Finally, he talks about LSU wide receiver JaMarr Chase's decision to go pro - and explains why it isn't as big as some in the media are making it, and won't be a trend this season (25:00). RIP Lute Olson: Aaron closes the show by talking about the life and legacy of legendary Arizona coach Lute Olson, who passed away last week at the age of 85 (35:00). He explains why Olson is one of the great program builders in college basketball, and why all the success that Arizona has right now can be attributed to Olson. No program West of Lawrence, Kansas takes basketball more seriously than Arizona, and it's because of Lute Olson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and you know what that means: Time for an all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron discusses a surreal day in the NBA, then transitions to college hoops where Will Wade is again in hot water. Finally, he discusses another scathing article against the Big Ten, which explains how Notre Dame largely saved the college football season. Here is a recap of today's show: NBA players boycott: Aaron opens the show by discussing Wednesday's player protests in the NBA (4:05) by asking what the players' demands are and what the next steps will be. He also explains what is at stake if the players refuse to play and why if they do leave the bubble -- don't expect NBA basketball for a long time. Will Wade, Jay Wright and CFB: Next up Aaron discusses the big story in college hoops where Will Wade is once again in hot water with the NCAA. Aaron explains what happened, how Wade still has a job and why this might finally be the end for the LSU head basketball coach. He also explains why the Jay Wright to the NBA rumors make no sense, and discusses an SI article which explains how Notre Dame essentially saved football this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got another bonus edition of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron opens the show by discussing college football's first AP Poll of the year and the latest on when college hoops could start. Then he is joined by Randy Wade, the father of Ohio State DB Shaun Wade, who is leading the Big Ten parent protests. Here is a rundown of the day's show: AP Poll + the latest with College Hoops: Aaron opens discussing the first AP Poll of the year. He wonders why the AP decided to include teams that won't be playing this year, shares why this is an extra big gut punch for Ohio State and explains that Kentucky is the team with the biggest gripe for being left out of the first poll. Then he discusses a report that says college hoops is likely to start around November. He explains why that makes the most sense and why college basketball would be idiotic to wait until January to tip off. Big Ten parent protest leader Randy Wade: Randy Wade, the parent who is leading the parent protests in the Big Ten, joins the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Randy discusses his reaction to the decision to cancel football, what Ohio State is doing to keep players safe and why he believed he needed to start this protest. He then explains what is at stake for players who don't play this year and how you can help if you want to fight against the Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday -- time for an all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron explains how the situation has somehow gotten messier in the Big Ten and talks college hoops recruiting as Duke and Kentucky pick up commitments. Then he welcomes fantasy sports guru John Frascella to get you ready for fantasy football season. Here is a rundown of today's show: The Big Ten mess drags on + college hoops recruiting: Aaron opens the show by discussing Omaha.com's scathing report on the Big Ten, in which they discovered that the Big Ten Presidents decided to cancel football without consulting any medical or athletic personnel (6:00). Aaron explains why, as bad as we thought the decision was, it has turned out even worse, and the long-term ramifications it will have on both players and local communities. Next, he talks about Paolo Banchero committing to Duke, the impact the he believes Banchero will have on the 2021-2022 college hoops season and why Kentucky and Tennessee were hurt by the lack of travel in recruiting (30:20). Finally, he discusses Kentucky recruiting and gives a unique reason why he believes Kentucky has been quiet on the recruiting front this spring (38:00). Fantasy football guru John Frascella: Aaron welcomes in fantasy football guru John Frascella, host of the John Frascella Podcast to the show (50:00). Frascella gets you caught up on all the storylines in fantasy football, including the best players, biggest sleepers and stars who are both under and overvalued. Also, what do we make of a team like the Cleveland Browns, that have a ton of talent but not the results on the field? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another mega Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron discusses all the latest across college football before he is joined by Indiana head coach Archie Miller for a long-form interview that covers a ton of ground. It's an action-packed show, and here is a full rundown: SEC football pushes forward as Big Ten falters: Aaron opens the show by discussing the fascinating dynamic in college football right now between the SEC and Big Ten. Aaron gives the one reason that he is more confident than ever that the SEC plays this fall, all while there is revolt in Big Ten land. James Franklin called out the league and parents are protesting outside the league offices. Is there any way the Big Ten can recover? Archie Miller joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by Indiana head coach Archie Miller for a fascinating long form interview. Are players really safer on campus? Miller explains all the protocols Indiana basketball is doing to keep its players healthy. He also discusses if college hoops can pull off a bubble and why football's decisions shouldn't impact hoops. Finally, he discusses his beef with Joe Lunardi and answers the question: Will Indiana and Kentucky ever play again in college basketball's regular season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices