Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

On today's show Torres discusses how the Iamaleava family finds itself in MORE hot water - this time with younger brother Madden. Plus, Arkansas Boogie Fland is in the portal - will he return to college? And where could he end up? Plus, the portal officially closes! Here are the biggest names still available - and where they could end up! The Iamaleava family is in MORE trouble (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing how the Iamaleava family is in MORE trouble - and how dad may have somehow screwed his younger son Madden, much worse than he did Nico! Boogie Fland is in the transfer portal (24:00): From there, a reaction to the news that Boogie Fland has entered the transfer portal while testing the NBA Draft waters. While Fland *plans* on staying in the NBA Draft could the money in college basketball be too good? And if so, which schools could land him? Also, why a return to Arkansas almost certainly isn't in the cards. The portal closes - who is in and where do they end up (38:00): Finally, we wrap by talking about college hoops transfer portal officially closing on Tuesday night. Torres runs through the big names including Darrion Williams, Derrion Reid, RJ Luis, Andrej Stojakovic, Cedric Coward and more and where they could potentially land! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks Arkansas wild weekend, as a loaded team comes together - is it the SEC's best?! Plus, Denzel Aberdeen to Kentucky, Ian Jackson to St. John's and PJ Haggerty's insane NIL asking price. Finally, UConn's dominoes are beginning to fall - where a five-star is out the door and veteran Alex Karaban could be next Did John Calipari just put together the SEC's best team (2:00): Torres opens by discussing Arkansas' big week. With several key players announcing their return, portal pieces + two McDonald's All-Americans, did John Calipari just put together the SEC's best team? Kentucky locks in its last piece (24:00): From there, Torres talks Kentucky's potential final addition in guard Denzel Aberdeen. What will he bring after helping Florida win a national title last season?! A portal player's crazy demands, Pitino adds another + UConn's puzzle pieces come together (38:00): Finally, we wrap the show talking about the other big news of the weekend. Portal star PJ Haggerty has made some INSANE demands - what school is most likely to meet them?! Rick Pitino adds maybe his biggest recruit yet (51:00) + UConn's roster is coming together. Did we get an unofficial answer to if star Alex Karaban is coming back next season (1:01:)? Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres asks: Which star Arkansas player announces his return first? And what does it mean for the 2025-2026 Hogs? A slew of stars enter the portal with PJ Haggerty, Chad Baker-Mazara and Andrej Stojackovic all announcing their decisions to transfer. Plus, what's the latest with 5-star Nate Ament and international star Dame Sarr? Which Arkansas stars return (2:00): NOTE - This episode was recorded before Arkansas announced DJ Wagner, Trevon Brazile and Billy Richmond will return for the 2025-2026 season - Torres talks about the three and the impact they could have if they return! The portal gets CRAZY as deadline nears (24:00): From there, Torres talks about the portal going crazy as next week's deadline nears. All-American PJ Haggerty (Memphis) enters - where could he end up?! What about Auburn star Chad Baker-Mazara?! And Cal star Andrej Stojakovic?! Where will the star players land?! Updates on five-star Nate Ament and international star Dame Sarr (38:00): Finally, Torres wraps with high school recruiting news. Five-star Nate Ament seems to finally be settling on a school?! And what about international star Dame Sarr? Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks about the fallout of Nico Iamaleava's decision at Tennessee - as the former Vols quarterback seemingly has no where to go. Plus, a busy few days in the portal in college hoops. Arkansas finally gets their first commit - and isn't done. Lamar Wilkerson chooses Indiana over Kentucky and UK star Otega Oweh is also testing the NBA Draft waters. Plus, five-star Tyran Stokes' recruitment is starting to heat up. Nico Iamaleava fallout is BAD (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the fallout from Nico Iamaleava's decision to leave Tennessee. He explains why the market for Nico isn't what people expected and why he'll have to take a pay cut at his next school. Is Nico a cautionary tale? And did his father and family fail him?! John Calipari's big portal day (22:00): From there Torres discusses John Calipari's big portal day, as Arkansas lands not one, but TWO big portal players. Lamar Wilkerson chooses Indiana over Kentucky + Otega Oweh declares (38:00): Next, more hoops talk! Portal star Lamar Wilkerson shocks the world picking Indiana over Kentucky. Then, Kentucky star Otega Oweh declares - what are the chances he actually stays in the draft?! Finally, Torres talks the recruitment of 5-star 2026 prospect Tyran Stokes - a visit has been set up. Will he reclassify and play college basketball next year?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this short, bonus pod - Torres talks about transfer star Lamar Wilkerson. He's down to Indiana vs. Kentucky. Do we already know where he's headed?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show dives into a WILD weekend - discussing the Nico Iamaleava mess at Tennessee, if there were any winners and what's next for both the school and player. Plus, Mark Pope has a MONSTER weekend retaining Brandon Garrison and bringing in European star Andrija Jelavic. Finally, other details on the remaining best players in the portal - and where they're likely to land! The Nico Iamaleava/Tennessee mess (2:00): Torres opens by discussing the biggest story in sports this weekend - the mess surrounding Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava. How did the situation get so bad?! Why Tennessee did everything right. And why this feels like a tipping point for college sports and NI. Mark Pope's busy Saturday (29:00): From there Torres talks about Mark Pope's busy Saturday, landing international star Andrija Jelavic as well as the return of center Brandon Garrison. They discuss the impact of both, who could potentially be next for the Wildcats and just how good can this team be next year? Who's left in college hoops transfer portal - and where are they headed (46:00): Finally, a deep dive into the big names left in college hoops transfer portal and where they could be potentially headed. What Ian Jackson's visit to St. John's did (and didn't) mean? Plus, UNC on the cusp of a big land. A new 5-star is now in the portal. And finally, what the heck is going on at Arkansas and when could they actually land someone?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres dives DEEP into college hoops off-season. He releases his first "Way Too Early Top 25," then discusses some of the biggest schools in America going portal crazy! Finally, he talks JT Toppin returning to Texas Tech for BIG money and Arizona adding 5-star Brayden Burries! Torres drops his "Way Too Early Top 25" (): Torres opens the show by dropping his "Way Too Early Top 25" discussing his Top 10, big off-seasons (already) for Arizona, Michigan, Kentucky, Louisville and others - plus who could move up with a big move in the coming days?! Big Programs go portal crazy (31:00): From there he discusses big programs going portal crazy - are North Carolina, Kentucky, Arkansas and BYU all on the verge of their next commitments? Big 12 Player of the Year JT Toppin will return + Arizona adds a five-star (45:00): Finally, Torres discusses two more big stories. Big 12 Player of the Year JT Toppin returns for an INSANE NIL deal - and Aaron thinks that's a *good* thing for college hoops. Plus, Arizona lands five-star Brayden Burries - will this be Tommy Lloyd's best team at Arizona?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres has QUICK reaction to Kentucky landing arguably the best player in the portal in former Arizona State forward (and Kentucky commit Jayden Quaintance). Why this is the biggest recruit of Mark Pope's young career at Kentucky. Why Torres isn't worried about Quaintance's recent injury history - and why it says one big thing about Mark Pope heading into his second season Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres is LIVE in San Antonio reacting to the most shocking national title game finish ever! Houston falls apart late and Florida wins the title - and Torres breaks it all down! Plus, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey joins courtside at the game. Also, why college basketball is in better shape than its been in a long time! Houston collapses against Florida (2:00): We open with full title game reaction - discussing Houston's meltdown for the ages and what Florida did to come back and win. Plus, why Florida proved to be a deserving champ and college basketball's best team when it's all said and done. Greg Sankey joins the show (24:00): From there, Torres is joined by a very special guest - as SEC commissioner Greg Sankey joins the show! The guys talk the SEC's incredible rise, what makes Todd Golden so unique + why the SEC proved to be the best conference in college basketball this season! Finally, we wrap the show explaining why college basketball is in a better space in 2025 than it's been in decades - and a big thank you to all the fans who listened all season! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres makes his national title game pick, with a deep dive on Florida vs. Houston. Plus, UConn wins the title and Torres goes AFTER Dawn Staley. Plus, Torres welcomes legendary sports writer Bob Ryan to the show live in Houston, as the guys talk his career, covering some of the biggest moments in sports, Duke's meltdown AND MORE! National title game pick (2:00): Torres opens by making his full title game pick - breaking down Houston vs. Florida from EVERY angle. UConn wins the women's natty (): From there, Torres talks about UConn winning its first national title since 2016 in women's basketball - and why this one is different than all the others. Torres' Dawn Staley take goes viral (): From there, Torres explains why he believes Dawn Staley is both a great coach and also the biggest phony in sports. Plus, he explains a viral tweet about Staly that he sent that got the WHOLE internet mad. Legendary sportswriter Bob Ryan joins the show (): Finally, Torres wraps with a VERY special interview - as he sits down with legendary sportswriter Bob Ryan LIVE at the Final Four. The guys discuss Duke's meltdown, if Cooper Flagg really is the next Larry Bird, plus Bob's best Final Four memories. Then, he discusses the state of the NBA and shares his best Michael Jordan stories. Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres has FULL reaction to the wildest Final Four Saturday in recent memory, as Houston rallies to beat Duke in an all-time stunner. Did Houston win or Duke lose? Also, did Cooper Flagg's questionable foul call cost Duke the game? Finally, Torres talks Walter Clayton's historic night and why he's the new Kemba Walker. Finally, a first look at Saturday's Houston-Florida final! Houston rallies to beat Duke in an all-time stunner (2:00): Did Houston win or Duke lose? Also, did Cooper Flagg's questionable foul call cost Duke the game? Walter Clayton's historic night (32:00): From there, Torres talks Walter Clayton's historic night - is he becoming this generation's Kemba Walker?! Plus, a first look at Houston-Florida! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres makes his OFFICIAL Final Four picks - with full previews and deep dives on Florida-Auburn, Houston-Duke and more! Plus, North Carolina gets its biggest portal commit so far - and they might not be done yet! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres is LIVE in San Antonio, talking Day 1 of Final Four media availability. What did he learn about all four teams?! Plus, he talks the latest developments in the portal, as UConn and Louisville get big names and Kentucky's portal woes... continue. Final Four first thoughts (3:00): Torres opens the show with first thoughts from San Antonio - and what he learned about Duke, Houston, Auburn and Florida at Thursday's media availability. Louisville + UConn pick up big portal commits (25:00): From there, Torres talks about some BIG early portal winners as Louisville picked up a THIRD big-time portal commit. Plus, UConn lands the perfect piece - how good can Dan Hurley's quad be in 2025-2026?! Kentucky keeps missing on portal targets (46:00): Finally, Torres discusses Mark Pope missing on some big early targets, including Donovan Dent and others - how worried should UK fans be?! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses ALL the big moves in the portal. He discusses the big names to enter and visits, plus big commits at St. John's, Louisville and more. Who else could be on commit watch? Early week portal updates (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the biggest names to enter the portal early in the week - including UAB's Yaxel Lendeborg, UCLA's Aday Mara, Arizona's Henri Veesaar and more. Plus, is Kentucky trending for their next big commit? The big commits of the last few days (31:00): From there, Torres talks the big commits of the last few days - including big commits for St. John's and Rick Pitino, Louisville's Pat Kelsey cooking and much, MUCH more. Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On tonight's show Torres talks the Final Four being set!!!! We recap all four Elite Eight games and preview the Final Four! Plus, portal insanity as big names commit, visits are set up and much, MUCH more Auburn wins the South (2:00): Torres opens up with the final ticket punched as Auburn wins the South, as Johni Broome overcomes a crazy late-game injury for the Tigers to advance to the second Final Four of the Bruce Pearl era Houston topples Tennessee (14:00): From there, Torres talks about the Midwest where Houston dominated Tennessee to advance to another Final Four. Torres discusses why Houston might be the most underappreciated "great" team he can remember, and if this was the last, best chance for Tennessee to make a Final Four. Plus, why this game has shades of the 2022 Elite Eight - when Torres and JJ Redick started beefing! Saturday's results (24:00): Next, Torres talks Saturday's results. He explains why Jon Scheyer has exceeded all logical expectations at Duke, and did Florida win the West, or did Texas Tech lose it?! Weekend portal INSANITY (42:00): Finally, Torres talks weekend portal insanity. Donovan Dent shocked the world and ended up at UCLA and Kentucky got its first commit. Plus, Big East Player of the Year RJ Luis shocked the world and entered the portal - what was that about?! Plus, the other big names, and big weeks ahead at Indiana and UConn?! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to a WILD Sweet 16 Thursday - Arkansas falls apart against Texas Tech - did Texas Tech win it or did Arkansas lose?! Plus, Duke is peaking - can anyone beat them and Alabama makes history. Plus, what's next at BYU, and Florida beats Maryland to head to the Elite Eight. Arkansas falls apart against Texas Tech (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Arkansas falling apart against Texas Tech. The Hogs had a 13-point lead with four minutes to go and lost - was it bad coaching? Bad luck?! And what did Texas Tech do RIGHT to get the win?! Duke makes its statement and Alabama makes history (19:30): From there, Torres talks about the rest of a VERY busy Thursday in the Sweet 16. Duke makes its statement against Arizona and Alabama makes history against BYU (27:00)! Plus, what's next for BYU this off-season and what to make of a Florida blowout of Maryland in San Francisco? Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres previews the Sweet 16, making game-by-game picks for all four regions. Plus, a Tuesday transfer portal update as things are starting to get... CRAZY East Regional Preview (3:00): Previewing Alabama vs. BYU + Duke-Arizona West Regional Preview (26:00): Can Arkansas beat Texas Tech? Plus, Florida vs. Maryland South Regional Preview (43:00): Next are Friday's Ole Miss-Michigan State and Auburn-Michigan previews Midwest Regional (53:00): Finally, Torres talks Kentucky vs. Tennessee Part III + Houston vs. Purdue Tuesday Transfer Portal News (1:07:00): The last segment covers big news from the transfer portal on Tuesday, with star Donovan Dent entering + are Kentucky and Arkansas on commit watch?! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's BONUS episode - Torres reacts to the college basketball transfer portal opening - discussing the big names who've entered and other big stories from the first day of the portal cycle! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to an AWESOME Sunday of the NCAA Tournament - Florida survives UConn. What does UConn have to do this off-season to put them back in the title mix? Mark Pope's dream first season continues, plus the SEC proves its the BEST CONFERENCE EVER! Florida survives UConn - what's next for the Huskies this off-season (2:00): Torres opens by discussing Florida surviving UConn. Plus, what Dan Hurley must do to fix the Huskies after a disappointing season. Kentucky rolls as Mark Pope has his signature March moment (25:00): From there, Torres talks about Kentucky rolling into the Sweet 16 in Mark Pope's first season. Torres talks the most impressive parts of Kentucky's run and - can they beat Tennessee for a third time?! The SEC makes its statement (35:00): Next Torres talks the SEC with a record-setting SEVEN TEAMS making the Sweet 16, and why this league is OFFICIALLY the best we've ever seen. Saturday results (48:00): Torres wraps by talking Saturday's big games including final thoughts on John Calipari and Arkansas headed to the Sweet 16, BYU going to the second weekend for the first time since 2011 + Sean Miller heading to Texas in a BIG shake up in the SEC. Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres does a INSTANT REACTION show - as John Calipari beats Rick Pitino to take Arkansas to the Sweet 16! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to a WILD Friday of the NCAA Tournament, talking about both Kentucky and Arizona rolling - is UofA the most underrated team in the bracket?! Plus, Duke and Florida look good, but Alabama doesn't. Time to worry for the Tide?! Plus, UNC's disastrous season is officially over - what do they need to do to make sure a season like this never happens again?! Kentucky rolls - can they beat Illinois (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky's opening round NCAA Tournament win - and why it was a bigger deal than you think. Can they beat Illinois in Round 2? Arizona dominates - are they the most underrated team in the field (17:00): From there, Torres switches gears and talks about Arizona's statement win over Akron - with no bad losses in two months and talent all over the court, are they the most underrated team in the field?! UConn moves on (31:00): More Friday talk, as UConn wins a HISTORIC 13th straight NCAA Tournament game - what shot do they have against Florida?! Has the transfer portal killed March upsets (40:00): Next, Torres asks an interesting question - with EVERY No. 1, 2, 3 and 4 seeds advancing - is it proof that the best players transferring up to power programs has KILLED the March upset? Finally, with North Carolina losing - what MUST they do to make sure that the season from hell they just completed never happens again (52:00) Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show ‪Torres‬ reacts to the opening night of the NCAA Tournament! Arkansas survives a WILD one against Kansas, can they survive St. John's? Plus, what's wrong with Kansas? Will Wade's big moment, concerns for Auburn and just how far can BYU go!?! Torres breaks down a WILD first day! Arkansas survives Kansas - can they beat St. John's (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Arkansas' WILD win over Kansas in the NCAA Tournament - and wonders: Can they beat St. John's on Saturday?! How has Kansas fallen so hard and fast (19:00): From there Torres talks about Kansas disastrous' end of the season - and wonders - has Bill Self lost his edge in the NIL/portal era?! Will Wade's big moment (30:00): From there, Torres talks about McNeese's stunner and why Will Wade is the guy Duke and North Carolina do NOT want in the ACC. But - will he actually end up at NC State?! The rest of Day 1 (44:00): Finally, Torres talks about the rest of Day 1 - as Auburn continues to struggle, Drake pulls the upset and BYU rolls. Can they knock off Wisconsin in Round 2? Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres goes region by region, game by game, making his 2025 NCAA Tournament picks. Plus, what are his thoughts on Darian DeVries being named Indiana's head coach. South Region breakdown (3:00): Will it be Auburn, Michigan State or someone else?! West Region breakdown (30:00): From there, Torres talks the LOADED West Region. Florida is everyone's favorite, but what about St. John's and Texas Tech? Also, what about Thursday night's Arkansas-Kansas showdown?! East Region (54:00): Duke is the No. 1 seed here - but can Alabama surprise them?! And what about BYU? Midwest Region (1:10:00): Houston is No. 1, with a tough Tennessee at No. 2. Can Kentucky beat the Vols for a third time to go to the Elite Eight - or beyond?! Darian DeVries is named head coach at Indiana (1:27:00): Finally, Torres reacts to Darian DeVries being named the next head coach at Indiana! Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Join the Aaron Torres Pod Survivor Pool - pick one game every day, to win THOUSANDS in CASH PRIZES! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show we have MORE tourney talk - UNC is under fire for their inclusion, all while West Virginia's governor is suing the NCAA. Plus, Torres lists 5 teams that could make a SURPRISE run and shares some early portal rumors and whispers. UNC AD under fire (3:00): Torres opens the show with fallout from Selection Sunday - as UNC AD is UNDER FIRE as the Tar Heels got the last spot. Is it fair or not?! Plus, what do we make of the West Virginia governor suing the NCAA over the Mountaineers exclusion?! Five teams that can surprise in the NCAA Tournament (29:00): Torres will make his OFFICIAL NCAA Tournament picks on the next show, but today he shares five teams that could make SURPRISE runs in the Big Dance. From Pat Kelsey's Louisville squad to Will Wade's McNeese Cowboys, who's being slept on this March? Early Portal Talk (47:30): Finally, Torres wraps by talking portal. College basketball's NCAA transfer window isn't even open yet - yet a couple big names have already entered. Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Join the Aaron Torres Pod Survivor Pool - pick one game every day, to win THOUSANDS in CASH PRIZES! Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to the NCAA Tournament bracket being released! How did North Carolina get in? Which teams got screwed the most + a region-by-region breakdown in this DEEP DIVE on the entire bracket! How did North Carolina get in (3:00) Other big-picture thoughts + who got screwed the most by the committee (21:00) South Regional reaction (32:00) West Regional reaction (46:00) East Regional reaction (1:00:00) Midwest Regional reaction (1:14:00) Get a 150 percent deposit match with our friends from BetUSTV Going to NCAA Tournament games - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! Join the Aaron Torres Pod Survivor Pool - pick one game every day, to win THOUSANDS in CASH PRIZES! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks Arkansas' WILD SEC Tourney opener, then switches to Wednesday's bubble winners and losers. Finally, he hits on coaching carousel whispers and rumors, including Will Wade's future and is Indiana about to BOTCH its coaching search?! Arkansas wins a thriller (2:00): Torres opens the show discussing Arkansas' win over South Carolina, why they remain resilient as injuries pile up + how far can they go at the SEC Tournament and in the Big Dance? Bubble winners and losers (18:00): From there, Torres talks about the big bubble winners and losers on Wednesday, hitting on schools like North Carolina, Texas, Baylor, Oklahoma, Vanderbilt and more. Plus, did one SEC school play its way OUT of the Big Dance?! Is Indiana about to SCREW UP its coaching search (40:00): Torres closes with two big stories from the coaching carousel. One, did we get a NEW TWIST in Will Wade's next head coaching job?! Also, is Indiana about to mess up its coaching search - one report says YES! Thank you to our partners BetUSTV! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres previews and makes for all the big conference tournaments - making picks, talking long shotting betting odds and more in the SEC, Big 12, Big Ten, ACC and Big East. Plus, Steph Curry has been named assistant GM at Davidson - what does that mean? And what will he do?! SEC Preview (2:00): Big 12 Preview (14:00) Big East Preview (23:00) ACC Preview (33:00) Big Ten Preview (44:00) Steph Curry named "Assistant GM" at Davidson (56:00) Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Click HERE to take advantage of the offer! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to the FINAL weekend of the regular season, discussing if it's time to worry about Auburn + buzzer beaters by Alabama, St. John's and a dominant Duke win. Is Kentucky actually peaking right now and did Arkansas officially punch their tourney ticket?! Plus, bubble winners and losers and finally the NC State job opened one year after they made the Final Four - who will be their NEXT coach?! Auburn concerns, St. John's buzzer beater, Duke rolls (3:00): Torres opens the show by hitting on the big topics of the day. Auburn loses again - should fans worry about star Chad Baker Mazara who can't stop getting in trouble? Plus, what does the win mean for Alabama (17:00)? Plus, a St. John's buzzer beater (20:30) and Duke destruction of UNC highlight the weekend (23:00) Kentucky + Arkansas big wins (30:00): From there, Torres talks about two SEC teams that picked up huge wins. Kentucky beat another Top 15 team - and the advanced analytics say they are just NOW playing their best basketball. Plus, Arkansas wins - has a tourney bid been punched ? And how dangerous will they be in Nashville (41:00)? Bubble picture + next NC State coach (48:00): From there, Torres wraps the big bubble winners - including Arkansas, Indiana and others. Plus, with the NC State job opening - is that where Will Wade is coaching next year (1:04:00) Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Click HERE to take advantage of the offer! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show - Torres does a mailbag episode! Who will get the final No. 1 seed! Teams you don't want to see in March! Plus, can new Miami coach Jai Lucas really flip the Boozer twins?! Finally, Torres previews a MONSTER weekend slate and Arkansas and Duke announce a BIG game on next year's college basketball slate. Who gets the final No. 1 seed (2:00): With Auburn, Duke and Houston wrapping up a No. 1 seed - who gets the last No. 1? Tennessee, Florida, Alabama or other?! Who are the teams no one wants to see in March (18:00): From there, Torres lists off the teams that he believes are the ones that NO ONE wants to see this NCAA Tournament. Finally, Torres wraps discussing Jai Lucas taking the Miami job and what it means for five-star recruits Cam and Cayden Boozer (18:00), Torres previews the weekend discussing Duke-Carolina, Auburn-Alabama and more (42:00) + news breaks during the show that Arkansas and Duke will play an out of conference game on Thanksgiving Day 2025 (1:05:00). Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Click HERE to take advantage of the offer! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show - Torres is talking a VERY March-feeling Tuesday night. BYU beats Iowa State in a thriller, Arkansas and UNC are among the big bubble winners + Auburn falls, Kentucky wins on Senior Night and Indiana loses a crucial bubble game. Plus, did we get a NEW twist in the recruitment of 5-star Nate Ament?! BYU-Iowa State thriller (): Torres opens discussing BYU's double-overtime thrilling win over Iowa State - and why the Cougars have a chance to do things in the NCAA Tournament that no one could've imagined a month ago. Arkansas and UNC are the big bubble winners (19:00): From there, Torres switches gears to the bubble. He explains why Arkansas picked up arguably its most impressive win of the season and why UNC deserves the benefit of the doubt in the bubble conversation. Plus, other bubble winners, Indiana's crucial loss, Auburn stunned by A&M and Kentucky's Senior Night dominance. Five-star Nate Ament NEW Twist (47:00): Finally, Torres wraps with a new twist in the recruitment of five-star Nate Ament! Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Click HERE to take advantage of the offer! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show - Torres asks if the MEDICORE ACC will hurt Duke come tourney time plus he drops a Cooper Flagg conspiracy theory. Then he talks good news at Kentucky, the ACC sticking together... for a few more years + other odds and ends from the world of sports! Will the MEDIOCRE ACC hurt Duke come NCAA Tournament time (2:00): Duke won again on Monday - but the ACC is terrible and may only send three teams to the Big Dance. Will the mediocre ACC hurt Duke once they get to March Madness?! A Cooper Flagg conspiracy theory (18:00): From there, Torres talks more Cooper Flagg. There is speculation that he will return to college - well, that isn't happening. BUT Torres shares a conspiracy theory on why the NEXT generational superstar might turn down the NBA for another year of college basketball. Kentucky gets good injury news + the ACC stays intact... for now (30:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with two more stories, as Kentucky finally gets some GOOD injury news. Plus, it appears as though the ACC will stay intact ending realignment talk - but Torres says the end of the ACC is coming soon... and we may even know the date already! Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Click HERE to take advantage of the offer! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres rips through a MONSTER weekend of college hoops. Auburn makes its statement at Rupp, and how should we look at Year 1 of the Mark Pope era as Kentucky's injuries continue to mount. Then, did Tennessee's thrilling win shake up the No. 1 seed line. BYU and Texas Tech are Big 12 teams no one wants to see, Torres reacts to Arkansas dud + this weekend's bubble winners and losers Auburn wins at Rupp, Tennessee buzzer beater tops Alabama (2:00): Torres opens the show talking two wild results in the SEC. He started with Auburn topping Kentucky, why this was another statement by the Tigers and should UK fans be mad at the Tigers celebrating on the court at Rupp Arena?! Then, a buzzer beater at Tennessee gives the Vols a win over hated rival Alabama. What does this mean for the No. 1 seed picture in the Big Dance. Big 12 risers (): Next, Torres explains why a pair of Big 12 schools - Texas Tech and BYU - are OFFICIALLY the teams no one wants to see come NCAA Tournament time. Arkansas gets destroyed + more bubble winners and losers (): Finally, Torres talks about Arkansas getting crushed by South Carolina and why it might not be as bad as it seems. Plus, who were the other bubble winners and losers of the weekend! Thank you to our partners BetUS - and remember, you can get a 150 percent deposit match on your first deposit - and then, a 125 percent deposit match on your second and third deposit when you use code "YouTube150" at checkout! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres recaps the CRAZIEST night of college hoops yet! Michigan State and Kentucky win by buzzer beater! Did Arkansas play itself off the bubble? What about Indiana and who hurt their bubble chances?! Torres also previews the BIG games this weekend, including Auburn at Kentucky and Alabama at Tennessee - and finally, McNeese coach Will Wade joins the show!!!! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres asks the question: Is Rick Pitino coach hoops' ACTUAL GOAT?! Plus, he talks Matt Painter's hypocrisy and Hubert Davis officially coming back to UNC. Plus, two VERY interesting recruiting twists - with Jai Lucas set to take the Miami job, are the Boozer twins coming with him?! And 5-star Nate Ament cuts his list! Is Rick Pitino ACTUALLY college hoops GOAT (2:00): Earlier in the week, an expert labeled Rick Pitino the greatest college hoops coach of all-time. Does Pitino have an argument - as St. John's is just one win away from the Big East crown?! Matt Painter hypocrisy + Hubert Davis returns (21:00): From there, Torres talks about some VERY interesting quotes from Purdue coach Matt Painter. He criticized Indiana fans - but should he worry about his own, out of control fans. Plus, Torres reads angry Purdue tweets. Also, Hubert Davis will return for another year at UNC - is that the right move?! Two BIG recruiting notes (43:00): Finally, Torres wraps with two big recruiting notes. Five-star Nate Ament has cut his list to five - but is a new leader quietly emerging? Plus, Duke assistant Jai Lucas appears set to take the Miami job. Will five-star twins Cam and Cayden Boozer come with him?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show we talk about the best college hoops weekend of the year! Duke and St. John's both made statements at Madison Square Garden + Torres discusses UConn's lost season. Then, Arkansas and BYU pick up emphatic wins - are both off the bubble? And are both dangerous in March?! Finally, some VERY interesting sound on Rick Pitino - who is calling for a certain someone to get the Indiana job! Duke and St. John's make MSG statements (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Duke and St. John's getting statements at Madison Square Garden just a few hours apart. Has Duke officially surpassed Auburn as the best team in college hoops?! And why St. John's continues to be one of the best stories in the sport. UConn's lost season (18:00): From there, Torres talks about the other side of UConn-St. John's - as the Huskies get blown out by St. John's. Torres explains why it's quickly turning into a lost season - and why there is no fix coming before March. Arkansas and BYU play themselves off the bubble?: From there, Torres talks about two of the wildest wins of Saturday. Arkansas stunned Missouri at Bud Walton and BYU beat Arizona in a thriller (30:00). Torres asks if both teams are officially off the bubble, why the Hogs are better than people realize and why fans shouldn't blame the refs for BYU's win (42:00). Rick Pitino shares his thoughts on the Indiana coaching job (54:00): Finally, Rick Pitino shared his thoughts on the Indiana coaching job - and who they should hire?! Does Torres agree?! And will it actually happen?! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres explains why NCAA Tournament and College Football Playoff expansion are coming and could RUIN college sports. Plus, a look at Wednesday night with big wins from Missouri and Kentucky, and time to panic at Alabama?! Finally, a preview of a LOADED weekend, including Kentucky-Alabama, Michigan State-Michigan, Iowa State-Houston, BYU-Arizona, UConn-St. John's AND MORE! NCAA Tournament + College Football Playoff expansion are coming - and BAD for college sports (2:00): Torres opens the show with reports that both the NCAA Tournament and College Football Playoff expansion are coming. He explains what's next and why more expansion is BAD for college sports. College hoops Wednesday night recap (26:00): From there, Torres reacts to a busy Wednesday night in college hoops. Missouri makes a statement against Alabama, and is it time for the Tide to panic. Arkansas *almost* gets another signature win - but needs to start closing out games. Plus, why Mark Pope is doing maybe his best coaching job the last few weeks, as Kentucky's injuries continue to mount! Weekend preview (48:00): Finally, a preview of a LOADED weekend, including Kentucky-Alabama, Michigan State-Michigan, Iowa State-Houston, BYU-Arizona, UConn-St. John's AND MORE! Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres has reaction of BYU's DESTRUCTION of Kansas - LIVE from Provo. Plus, he talks Rick Pitino's epic rant, and his final thoughts on Provo, Utah! Torres was LIVE in Provo for BYU's DESTRUCTION of Kansas (2:00): Torres was live in Provo for the biggest game and story of the night - as BYU DESTROYED Kansas 91-57. It proves that BYU - after a slow start - has the chance to have a special season and be a special program. Plus, why have things gotten so bad at Kansas - and can they be fixed? Rick Pitino's EPIC rant (): From there, Torres talks about the viral Rick Pitino rant from St. John's docu-series on Vice - and why Pitino is singlehandedly bringing toughness and masculinity back to sports! Finally, Torres wraps with final thoughts on Provo and explains why it's NOTHING like most people think it is. Fioboc is giving listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod 20% on their next purchase - for their FULL STORE of beautiful new clothes: Check out their entire store here Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to a WILD college hoops Saturday. Talking Auburn's statement win over Alabama, and Kansas losing to a bad Utah team. Why do the Jayhawks stink so bad... again?! Finally, a UConn player makes a shocking statement after a loss, Kentucky gives away a loss to Texas and more from a busy day of hoops! Auburn topples Alabama (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup as Auburn faced Alabama and beat them on the road! Torres explains why it's FULLY time to appreciate this Auburn team. Why does Kansas stink so bad (17:00): While you were sleeping, Kansas lost at Utah - and is now 17-8 and in the middle of the pack in the Big 12. This is the second straight disappointing season for the Jayhawks and Torres thinks there's an OBVIOUS reason why. A shocking comment by a UConn star (31:00): Next up, Torres talks about UConn's stunning loss to Seton Hall, the last place team in the Big East - and a stunning statement by star Alex Karban after the loss. Is it time to give up on the idea of this Huskies team reaching its potential. Kentucky falls at Texas + the rest of the weekend in college hoops (40:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing the rest of the college hoops weekend. Kentucky falls at Texas - and here's the truth on how we should react to it. Plus, Houston topples Arizona in a Big 12 thriller, and a surprise team makes BIG moves in the Big Ten. Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres is welcomed by a very special guest - as former Indiana coach and media personality Dan Dakich joins the show to talk the Indiana coaching search! From there, Aaron talks a busy few days in college sports as John Calipari makes one of his famous tweaks, Kentucky has injury woes + Matt Patricia... to Ohio State?! Dan Dakich joins the show to talk Indiana's coaching job (2:00): Torres opens the show with a special guest as former Indiana player, coach and now media member Dan Dakich joins the show. The guys talk the Indiana coaching search, is IU still a good job and his thoughts on Brad Stevens and other candidates. Plus, he tells INSANE Bob Knight stories. The rest of a busy week in college basketball (43:00): From there, Torres talks about the best of a busy few days in college hoops. John Calipari implemented one of his famous "tweaks" and Arkansas keeps winning. Plus, a very bad injury update at Kentucky - will it hold them back the rest of the year. Finally, Torres reacts to the strange story that former Lions coach and Patriots assistant Matt Patricia is headed to Ohio State. Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to an insane Tuesday night in college hoops - as Kentucky sweeps Tennessee, as a promising trend emerges for UK. Plus, Liam McNeeley has a "legacy" game for UConn with 38 points in a must-win victory. Is the Big Ten being hurt by streaming? Plus, a first look at Saturday's MEGA showdown between Auburn and Alabama! Kentucky sweeps Tennessee - and one positive emerges (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky sweeping Tennessee. Injuries are mounting - but Torres believes there are positives emerging that are more important. Liam McNeeley legacy game at UConn (15:00): Next, Torres talks Liam McNeeley's huge night for UConn - as the freshman puts up 38 points in a must-win game for UConn. What's it mean for the rest of the season? Plus, some incredible audio from Dan Hurley! Is Big Ten coverage being hurt by streaming (31:00): From there, Torres talks about three big games in the Big Ten that virtually no one watched - because they were all on streaming. Is a streaming only mid-week package hurting coverage of this league? Finally, Torres has a first look at the HUGE game on Saturday between Alabama and Auburn. Who wins the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup (44:00) Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With football done - it's time to turn our full attention to college hoops with this LOADED Aaron Torres Pod. Torres shares the only 7 teams he can win a national championship this year and also asks the question: How good of a job is Indiana ACTUALLY in this modern era?! The only seven teams that can win the college hoops national title (2:00): With football over it's time to turn to college hoops - and Torres opens the show with a simple question: How many teams are actually good enough to win the national title? Torres says the answer is MUCH smaller than you think and explains who are the only 7 teams to win the title, and realistically why it's probably a 5-team race at this point! How good of a job is Indiana in the modern era (29:00): Also, with the Indiana job officially open - Torres asks a simple question: How good is the Indiana job in the modern era. The school has plenty of history - but little recent success. Is it good, better or worse than people think?! Also, does NIL and the portal help or hurt coaching interest? Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a rare-NFL only pod - Torres talks the Super Bowl! We'll return to college hoops later in the week - but today Torres talks America rejoicing with Philadelphia's win over KC, were KC and the AFC overrated all year and why it's time to stop comparing Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a two-part Aaron Torres Pod: First, Torres opens with the news that Mike Woodson is "retiring" at Indiana. What really happened and who's next at IU? Then Torres dives into the main show talking about who is more built for a run in February - Kentucky or Arkansas and he previews a loaded weekend slate highlighted by St. John's hosting UConn. Finally he wraps with his Super Bowl pick! Mike Woodson "retires" who is next at Indiana (2:00): In a special bonus segment - Torres reacts to the news that Mike Woodson is "retiring" at Indiana! What really went down - plus why this isn't a "retirement." Plus, who is next for one of the most coveted jobs in the sport? Who is better built for a run - Kentucky or Arkansas + previewing a LOADED weekend slate (33:00): From there, Torres gets into the main show, discussing two of the most polarizing teams in college hoops - Kentucky and Arkansas. After Arkansas picked up another win Wednesday and with UK coming off a loss - who is better built for a run these next few weeks? Kentucky or Arkansas? Plus, Torres previews St. John's-UConn and a LOADED weekend slate (55:00). What's REALLY going on with the recruitment of 5-star Nate Ament (1:15:00): Next, Torres talks the recruitment of 5-star Nate Ament. he continues to add schools and visits - so what's REALLY going on? Finally, Torres makes his Super Bowl pick (1:24:00) Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres recaps an INSANE night in college hoops. Kentucky's defense fails them - is there any fixing the Cats?! St. John's and Rick Pitino had their big moment knocking off Marquette, plus thoughts on Arizona, Texas Tech and Auburn getting big wins. Finally, Torres talks about the sad state of Indiana hoops - where a coaching change seems inevitable. The question: Who's next?! Kentucky's defensive issues continue - how much is on Mark Pope (): Kentucky had another frustrating display Tuesday night, getting blown out Ole Miss. How much can be blamed on injuries + how much falls on Mark Pope? Rick Pitino + St. John's has its moment + the rest of Tuesday night hoops (): From there, Torres talks about St. John's having a historic moment beating Marquette, and why this is one of the most special basketball stories we've seen. He also talks about wins for Auburn and Arizona. Who's next at Indiana (): After another ugly loss for Indiana - it's clear Mike Woodson won't be back. So how attractive is this job? And who could be next?! Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres explains why Arkansas CAN make an NCAA Tourney run after beating Kentucky. Then he talks about Hubert Davis admitting changes are needed at UNC. Plus, he previews a MONSTER Tuesday slate, talking Kentucky-Ole Miss, Marquette-St. John's, Arizona-BYU AND MORE! Why John Calipari + Arkansas CAN make a run to the NCAA Tournament (2:00): Torres opens the show following up on the big story from the weekend. After Arkansas beat Kentucky people said it was a fluke - but as Torres explains, history and the data say the Hogs actually have a clear path to the NCAA Tournament. Big changes coming at North Carolina (22:00): From there, Torres talks about an interesting update at North Carolina. Hubert Davis admits changes are coming - but will it be enough?! Previewing a loaded Tuesday slate (37:00): Finally Torres wraps by discussing a LOADED Tuesday slate, sharing thoughts on Kentucky-Ole Miss, Marquette-St. John's, Arizona-BYU and more! Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to a LOADED Saturday of college hoops. Arkansas STUNS Kentucky at Rupp. What this says about John Calipari. Also, questions about Mark Pope? Then, Torres talks the rest of a big day of hoops, hitting on UConn's big win over Marquette, Duke-UNC AND MORE! John Calipari gets his revenge on Kentucky (3:00): Torres opens by discussing Arkansas' stunning win over Kentucky - and why this proves you can never really give up on Cal's teams How worried should we be about Mark Pope (23:00): While Arkansas wins, Kentucky takes the stunning loss and looks flat and unprepared. Should UK fans at all be worried about Mark Pope's long-term fit? Duke smashes UNC - as Tar Heels hit rock bottom (42:00): From there Torres talks Duke-UNC and explains why this has to be rock bottom for the Tar Heels program UConn beats Marquette - and will only get better (53:00): UConn beats Marquette on the road - and Torres believes we're about to see the best version of UConn going forward Bob Hurley goes crazy on Arizona + the rest of the weekend (1:03:00): From there, Torres wraps with Bobby Hurley going crazy in the Arizona-Arizona State game, the Wildcats' rise + the rest of the weekend in hoops. Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses John Calipari's return to Kentucky as Arkansas Razorbacks head coach. How will Wildcat fans react. John Nabors from "Inside Arkansas" joins to preview the game. And finally, Torres looks ahead to an INSANE Saturday slate, including Arkansas-Kentucky, Duke-North Carolina, UConn-Marquette AND MORE! John Calipari returns to Rupp Arena - how will fans react (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing John Calipari's return to Arkansas - and whether he believes fans will cheer or boo the Arkansas head coach. Arkansas insider John Nabors joins the show (24:00): From there, Torres is joined by John Nabors of "Inside Arkansas" to preview the game from the Hogs perspective. How do Arkansas fans REALLY feel about their slow start under John Calipari and how much time will he get to fix things. Also, there's no way the Hogs can ACTUALLY beat Kentucky... right? Previewing a LOADED slate of games (59:00): Finally, Torres wraps by previewing a LOADED slate of Saturday games, giving thoughts and predictions on Arkansas-Kentucky, Duke-UNC, UConn-Marquette AND MORE! Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show as ‪Torres‬ looks back at a BUSY Tuesday in college hoops - Kentucky stuns Tennessee, as Mark Pope's insane start continues. UNC loses again - what is Hubert Davis future? Plus, big wins for Louisville, Michigan State and BYU and a look back at Arizona's stunner on Monday. Plus, an intriguing college football recruiting story?! Kentucky beats Tennessee - in Mark Pope's best win at UK (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky stunning Tennessee in Knoxville. Torres dives deep, explains why this is Mark Pope's most impressive win at UK and why the Vols may not quite be who we thought they were. UNC loses - what's Hubert Davis future + the rest of Tuesday college hoops (20:00): From there, Torres talks about a busy Tuesday in college hoops. UNC loses to fall to 13-9 - if they miss the tournament what is Hubert Davis' future?! Plus, he talks Arizona's thrilling Monday night win, as well as Louisville, Michigan State and BYU picking up wins. Also, a VERY interesting recruiting story out of the world of college football! Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Get your "Hope in Pope" tees HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this bonus Aaron Torres Pod - Torres welcomes in coach Bruce Pearl of the No. 1 ranked Auburn Tigers! The guys talks his team's rise, star Johni Broome and just how far this team can go in March! Plus, Torres previews Tuesday night's MEGA showdown between Tennessee and Kentucky in Knoxville Bruce Pearl joins the show (2:00): Torres opens by welcoming Bruce Pearl to the show, head coach of No. 1 ranked Auburn. The guys talk Auburn's historically great start, win over Tennessee Saturday and why star Johni Broome deserves National Player of the Year. Plus, why Pearl believes his team won't have any letdowns deeper in the season and why he is no where near retirement even in his mid-60's. Kentucky-Tennessee preview (19:00): From there, Torres previews Tuesday night's mega showdown between Kentucky and Tennessee. Both teams are coming off a loss with big games to come - and can't afford to fall here. So who gets the win!? Also, thank you to Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - visit CauliPuffs.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks NFL playoffs - before switching gears to college hoops. The Bills choke again and it falls on Sean McDermott - should he be back?! Plus, weekend college hoops as Auburn and Houston survive and Kentucky is stunned by Vanderbilt. Plus, more proof Dan Hurley is college hoops new villain - and why that's a good thing! AFC/NFC title game reaction (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking NFL Playoffs! Torres doesn't talk a ton of NFL, but has to react to the Bills choking again against the Chiefs - losing for a fourth time in the playoffs. Torres dives deep and wonders if this should be it for Sean McDermott. Plus, is the Eagles win proof Saquon Barkley should be the NFL MVP - even if he won't get it?! Weekend college hoops (): Plus, weekend college hoops as Auburn (23:00) and Houston survive (34:00) and Kentucky is stunned by Vanderbilt (46:00). Is Kentucky just banged up or regressing?! Plus, more proof Dan Hurley is college hoops new villain - and why that's a good thing. Also, how worried should UConn fans be after another loss (56:00)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices