Off The Bench

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hour Three kicks off with Munchies as Chef Michael Johnson joins us to answer your food questions. We dive into the best road trip snacks as Alondra and Rivers get ready to hit the road to Omaha. Then we wrap things up with a fun round of Ask the Bench.

Hour Two features LSU head coach Jay Johnson joining us to recap last night’s thrilling victory over Arkansas and what it means heading into the CWS finals. We continue our deep dive into the College World Series, with both LSU and Coastal Carolina staying undefeated so far in Omaha.

Hour One opens with a full recap of LSU’s thrilling win over Arkansas to punch their ticket to the College World Series finals. We share our favorite moments from the game and what stood out most. Plus, we dive into some Coastal Carolina talk as the tournament rolls on.

Hour Three keeps the College World Series talk rolling with LSU legend Ben McDonald joining the show to share his insights on the tournament. We continue breaking down the matchups and momentum in Omaha, and Matt Flynn adds some fun by opening a fresh pack of cards live on air.

Hour Two features former LSU pitcher Austin Bain breaking down the Tigers’ performance in Omaha and the College World Series field. We check in live with Ben Mintz for an on-the-ground report from Omaha. Plus, the crew gets into a music debate sparked by the All-American Rejects, and Alondra surprises everyone by being the only one who knows who Blue October is.

Hour One opens with a full recap of LSU’s matchup against UCLA in the College World Series and what it means for the Tigers moving forward. We also take a look at how the rest of the CWS bracket is shaping up. Plus, T-Bob Hebert stops by to talk Omaha, LSU, and more.

Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn are joined by Devin Snow to start the hour. Eric Sorenson joins the show to preview LSU and UCLA in the winner's bracket. Ask the Bench wraps the show.

Chris Blair joins the show to break down LSU’s opening round win over Arkansas in the College World Series and look ahead to a marquee matchup with UCLA in the winner’s bracket. Then, Shea Dixon stops by with the latest on LSU football recruiting — including whether top prospect Lamar Brown could be heading to Baton Rouge.

LSU came out swinging in Omaha, taking down Arkansas in a strong opening round showing at the College World Series. Hester and Flynn break down the Tigers’ big win — from standout performances on the mound to timely hits at the plate — and what it signals for their title hopes. Then, we shift focus to a high-profile winner’s bracket clash with UCLA, previewing key matchups and storylines to watch. Plus, a look around the rest of the CWS opening round: who impressed, who stumbled, and how the bracket is shaping up heading into the weekend.

Hour Three features ESPN’s Ryan McGee breaking down the vibes in Omaha and what to expect in this year’s College World Series. Country star and Arkansas superfan Justin Moore joins the show to preview LSU vs. Arkansas. We close things out with another fun round of Ask the Bench.

We kick off Hour Two with everyone's favorite food segment—Munchies with LSU Executive Chef Michael Johnson. Then we dive into the latest College World Series betting odds and what they tell us about the field. LSU head coach Jay Johnson joins us live from Omaha to preview the Tigers’ path in the CWS.

Hour One kicks off with a look at the Saints’ interest in free agent WR Gabe Davis and what he could bring to the offense. Connor O’Gara joins the show to break down the latest in college football. Plus, we play a little Bench-Start-Cut with three big-name QBs: Garrett Nussmeier, DJ Lagway, and Arch Manning.

Hour Three rolls on with Anthony Ranaudo still hanging out in studio as we dive deeper into the world of card collecting. The crew shares the teams they have a little extra hate for, Tay Tay brings the NFL Story of the Day Day featuring a secret Aaron Rodgers marriage, and we wrap it all up with Ask the Bench.

Hour Two features ESPN’s Kris Budden joining the show to preview the College World Series and share insights from Omaha. Bauer Sharp is LSU's Freak of the Week and we explain why that title matters. Plus, former LSU ace Anthony Ranaudo stops by the studio to talk all things CWS and a little card collecting.

We kick things off breaking down LSU vs. Arkansas in the College World Series and sizing up the rest of the CWS field. Alondra tells us about jump starting her car in the rain, and we do would you rather wednesday.

In hour three we talk with Nick Underhill and talk about Saints mini camp and some vets missing out. Jake and Matt give their thoughts on it. Matt gives us the Roccos Jello shot challenge profit margins. And we do a very short ask the bench,

Ben Hartsock joins us to talk CFB and beauty pageants(?). Jared Mitchell joins to talk LSU Baseball and the rest of the CWS!

The field is set for Omaha and we take a look at the bracket. We also take a look at LSU vs. Arkansas. We do OTB mailbag as well.

In hour three we talk Jay Johnson's winning record at every level. Devin Snow joins us for hold the mayo. And we talk Saints roster

In hour two we do weekend winners, we talk about LSU and Brian Kellys expectations going into year 4.