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NFL Free Agency QB's, OTB Mailbag

Mar 3, 202645 min

LSU Falls To Northeastern, NFL Combine News

Mar 3, 202645 min

NFL Combine Standouts, Weekend Winners & Draft Stock Risers | Devin Snow Joins

Hour Three of the Show It’s Hour Three and time for Weekend Winners — with a couple of losers mixed in. Jacob Hester, Matt Flynn and the crew hand out their top honors from the weekend, breaking down the biggest storylines, standout performances, and a few head-scratching moments as well. Plus, Devin Snow joins the show as the NFL Combine recap rolls on. Who helped their draft stock the most? Who may have left some money on the table? The guys dive into the biggest winners and losers from Indianapolis and what it all means as draft season heats up. All that and more in Hour Three.

Mar 2, 202646 min

New Orleans Saints No. 8 Pick Breakdown: Tight End at 8? Trade Back Strategy + LSU Baseball 3-0 Weekend

Hour Two of the Show In Hour Two, the focus shifts to the NFL Draft and what the New Orleans Saints should do with the No. 8 overall pick. Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn break down the top options coming out of the NFL Combine. Is tight end a realistic selection at eight? Would trading back make more sense for New Orleans? The guys dive into the strategy, value, and potential fits. Plus, former LSU Tigers baseball pitcher Will Hellmers joins the show to recap another 3-0 weekend for the Tigers. He shares insight on the pitching staff’s dominance, early season momentum, and what’s standing out through the first stretch of the season. All that and more in Hour Two.

Mar 2, 202647 min

LSU Baseball Weekend Sweep Reaction + Dominant Pitching Takeaways & NFL Combine Standouts

Hour One of the Show In Hour One, the guys break down a big weekend for LSU Baseball after a three-game sweep. Jacob Hester, Matt Flynn and Musso share their biggest takeaways from a dominant pitching performance that powered the Tigers, while also addressing some concerning struggles at the plate. How sustainable is the pitching success? What needs to improve offensively moving forward? The crew dives into what it all means as the season gains momentum. Plus, a full recap of the NFL Combine. How did the LSU prospects perform on the biggest stage in Indianapolis? Which former Tigers helped their draft stock the most — and who were the biggest overall standouts at the combine? All that and more in Hour One.

Mar 2, 202644 min

Hour Three | Champagne Shenanigans, Fur Ball & AI Weirdness

Champagne Shenanigans returns for one show only as Rivers joins the crew to talk Fur Ball, confusing Tesla doors, and the growing world of AI-generated high school highlights. Chaos, laughs, and classic OTB vibes to close things out.

Feb 27, 202631 min

Hour Two | Targeting Rule Talk, Augusta Dreams & LSU Gymnastics

In hour two of OTB, we discuss possible changes to the targeting rule and Matt laments the reality that he may never get to tee it up at Augusta. Jay Clark joins the show to talk LSU gymnastics, and we also react to the clip of Aaron Glenn seemingly falling asleep at the NFL Combine

Feb 27, 202646 min

Hour One | Combine Check-In, Senior Night Win & Remembering a Tiger

In hour one of OTB, we briefly touch on the NFL Combine before shifting to LSU women’s basketball and their Senior Night win over Tennessee, clinching a double bye. The hour also includes a moment of reflection as we share the news of a former Tiger’s passing.

Feb 27, 202644 min

Hour Three | Fight Talk, Ageless Pool Skills & Jay Johnson on LSU Baseball

In hour three of OTB, we revisit Mayweather vs. Pacquiao and marvel at a 98-year-old pool player who still has game. LSU head coach Jay Johnson joins us to break down pitching, offensive philosophy, and give an overall assessment of the team so far. We close out the show with Ask the Bench.

Feb 26, 202645 min

Hour Two | Punch the Monkey, Will Clapp Retires & Saints Draft Praise

In hour two of OTB, Alondra introduces Matt to the concept of “punch the monkey,” leading to some confusion and laughs. We also react to Will Clapp announcing his retirement from the NFL and discuss the Saints being named the team with the best draft class.

Feb 26, 202646 min

Hour One | Overtime Win, Stray Cats & Coaching Rankings

In hour one of OTB, we recap LSU men’s basketball’s overtime win over Ole Miss from last night and what it means for the Tigers. The conversation takes a detour into stray cats before we dive into Joel Klatt’s top 10 coaches list—breaking down what we agree with, what we don’t, and where we think the list misses the mark.

Feb 26, 202645 min

Hour Three | Kim Mulkey Joins, Saints Franchise Tag Talk & NFL Head-Scratchers

In hour three of OTB, Coach Kim Mulkey joins the show before the conversation shifts to the NFL. We debate who the Saints should franchise tag, question what on earth the Cowboys are doing, and look back at an unnecessary roughness flag Matt picked up during his time with the Packers. We close things out with Ask the Bench.

Feb 25, 202647 min

Hour Two | Combine Medicals, Gruesome Injuries & Eligibility Debates

In hour two of OTB, Dr. Stephen Etheredge joins us to break down the NFL Combine from a team doctor’s perspective and what medical staffs are really evaluating. We also discuss Lindsey Vonn’s gruesome leg injury and what recovery from something like that looks like. The conversation shifts to eligibility drama as Chandler Morris seeks a seventh year, and we compare the cases of Diego Pavia, Trinidad Chambliss, and Joey Aguilar—with Aguilar notably being the only one to have his waiver denied.

Feb 25, 202644 min

Hour One | Midweek Baseball Perspective, Combine Speed & Hockey Takes

In hour one of OTB, we break down LSU baseball’s midweek loss to McNeese and explain why it’s far from a reason to panic. We shift to the NFL Combine and discuss which LSU wide receivers could be eyeing a 40-yard dash record this week. The hour wraps up with some strong opinions on the outrage surrounding USA Hockey’s call with the President—and why we’re not buying the backlash.

Feb 25, 202645 min

Hour Three | Saints at the Combine, Cap Talk & LSU Game Preview

In hour three of OTB, we look at the NFL Combine through a Saints lens with Nick Underhill, focusing on roster needs and the ever-important salary cap. The crew has some fun coming up with nicknames for Zach Yorke, hits the OTB Mailbag, and closes the show with a quick preview of LSU vs. McNeese.

Feb 24, 202646 min

Hour Two | World Cup Tensions, Gunner Rivers’ Decision & Indy Time Confusion

In hour two of OTB, we discuss the growing tension in Mexico as the World Cup approaches, with several matches set to be played there. We also talk about Gunner Rivers following in his father’s footsteps and committing to NC State. The hour wraps up with the crew trying to make sense of daylight saving time and time zone confusion in Indianapolis.

Feb 24, 202645 min

Hour One | Inside the NFL Combine

In hour one of OTB, Jake joins the show live from Indianapolis to talk all things NFL Combine. The crew shares their experiences from Indy and gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how the Combine actually operates—from media access to player movement and everything in between.

Feb 24, 202646 min

Hour Three | NFL Combine Buzz, Olympics Update & LSU Softball

In hour three of OTB, we dive into the NFL Combine and what to watch as draft season ramps up. Devin Snow joins the show as the Olympic conversation continues, and we give you a quick update on LSU softball. We wrap up the day with Ask the Bench.

Feb 23, 202644 min

Hour Two | Early Weekend Winners, Mental Health Spotlight & LSU Baseball

In hour two of OTB, we roll out an early edition of Weekend Winners before shifting to an important conversation on mental health. Jordan Tabor and Shelley Mullenix join us to talk about mental health awareness and the work being done by the Rain Will Bring Flowers Foundation. We close out the hour with Will Helmers joining the show to talk LSU baseball and what he’s seen from the Tigers.

Feb 23, 202647 min

Hour One | USA Tops Canada on Ice & LSU Baseball Weekend Recap

In hour one of OTB, we react to Team USA taking down Canada in hockey and what that win meant on the international stage. We also break down LSU baseball’s performance in Jacksonville over the weekend—what impressed us, what raised questions, and how the Tigers looked coming out of the tournament.

Feb 23, 202645 min

Hour Three | Saints Check-In, Top CFB Players & LSU Baseball

Hour three kicks off with Ross Jackson joining the show to talk all things Saints and where the team stands right now. We take a look at CBS Sports’ list of the top 10 players in college football and react to who made the cut. Doug Thompson joins us to talk LSU baseball as the season rolls on, and we close things out with Ask the Bench.

Feb 20, 202647 min

Hour Two | Finebaum Crowns Kiffin, Saints Talk & Gymnastics Spotlight

In hour two of OTB, we react to Paul Finebaum saying Lane Kiffin won the offseason, with Taylor explaining why he agrees with that take. We also shift to the New Orleans Saints and where things stand heading into the offseason, then wrap up the hour with Jay Clark joining the show to talk LSU gymnastics and the momentum around the program.

Feb 20, 202646 min

Hour One | LSU Baseball Preview, Tigers Top Ole Miss & Georgia’s Ongoing Issues

In hour one of OTB, we set the table for LSU baseball as the Tigers get ready to face Indiana and the rest of the Jacksonville tournament field. We also recap LSU women’s basketball picking up a big win over Ole Miss last night, then shift gears to college football news as Georgia once again finds itself in the headlines with players arrested for reckless driving.

Feb 20, 202645 min

Hour Three | Big Deal or No Big Deal, Munchies & Olympic Talk

In hour three of OTB, we kick things off with Big Deal or No Big Deal, debating some truly important topics—like whether iguanas belong on pizza. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for another round of Munchies, the crew gets into some Olympic conversation, and we close out the show with Ask the Bench.

Feb 19, 202646 min

Hour Two | Saints RB Needs, LSU Season Ticket Surge & College Hoops Talk

In hour two of OTB, we break down the Saints’ running back room and discuss what pieces they should be looking to add moving forward. We also react to the surge in LSU season ticket requests—now up to 44,000 since Lane Kiffin was named head coach. Bill Bender joins us to talk college basketball, and we close out the hour with a look at Oklahoma softball.

Feb 19, 202646 min

Hour One | Baseball Bounce-Back & Top Offenses in College Football

In hour one of OTB, we recap LSU baseball’s win over Nicholls and what stood out from the Tigers on the diamond. We also take a look at CBS Sports’ projection of the top 10 offenses in college football and discuss where LSU fits into that conversation.

Feb 19, 202646 min

Hour Three | LSU Football, Saints Talk & Mardi Gras Vibes

In hour three of OTB, we pivot back to LSU football before Devin Snow joins the show to talk Saints football with Mardi Gras season officially in full swing. The Saints conversation carries through the rest of the hour as we dig a little deeper into where things stand, and we close things out with Ask the Bench.

Feb 18, 202645 min

Hour Two | Olympic Injuries, Baseball Matchups & A Wild IMG Academy Story

In hour two of OTB, Dr. Stephen Etheredge joins the show as we dive into Olympic injuries, Patrick Mahomes, and what the wear-and-tear really looks like at the highest level of sports. We’re also joined by LSU beach volleyball head coach Russell Brock as his team gears up for the season. Alondra and Taylor weigh in on who they’d like to see take the field for LSU against Nicholls later today, and the hour takes a sharp turn with a bizarre discussion surrounding IMG Academy and reports involving money tied to the Mexican cartel.

Feb 18, 202646 min

Hour One | Hoops Frustrations, Baseball vs. Nicholls & Leap Year Logic

In hour one of OTB, we react to LSU men’s basketball’s loss to Texas and where things continue to feel off with the program. We shift gears to baseball and preview the matchup against Nicholls, including who we expect to see on the mound. The crew also gets into the growing trend of college basketball coaches publicly calling out their players and whether that approach actually works anymore. Somehow, all of that leads us into a conversation about leap years and why they exist.

Feb 18, 202647 min

Hour Three | Saints Talk with Nick Underhill, Olsen Stays, NDSU Joins Mountain West & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB, Nick Underhill joins us to break down the latest Saints news and what we’re tracking on that front. We react to Jake Olsen remaining on LSU’s coaching staff after some NFL interest — a big retention for the Tigers under Lane Kiffin’s first season in Baton Rouge.We also discuss the major college football move of the week: North Dakota State’s football program officially joining the Mountain West Conference in 2026 as a full FBS member after dominating at the FCS level — a shift that reshapes the Mountain West landscape and sets up intriguing new rivalries.As always, we wrap up the hour with Ask the Bench.

Feb 17, 202647 min

Hour Two | LSU Football & Saints Talk, OTB Mailbag & Sports Roundup with Patrick Wright

In hour two of Off the Bench, we open with some LSU football and Lane Kiffin chatter, including recruiting buzz and how the Tigers are shaping up under the new staff. We then roll into the OTB Mailbag, answering listener questions across the sports world. LSU voice Patrick Wright joins us to talk LSU baseball, women’s basketball and softball as the Tigers continue their seasons and build momentum

Feb 17, 202646 min

Hour One | Tigers Roll, Early Optimism & Revisiting Hunt’s Bold Predictions

In hour one of Off the Bench, we recap LSU’s Monday night win over Kent State and talk through the growing excitement surrounding this team. We also rewind to Hunt’s preseason bold predictions, revisiting which ones are aging well so far—and which ones are already looking shaky.

Feb 17, 202645 min

Hour Three | Weekend Winners, Softball & Closing Out with Ask the Bench

In hour three of Off the Bench, we hand out Weekend Winners before shifting to LSU softball and women’s basketball. We preview LSU’s Monday night baseball matchup, then wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

Feb 16, 202647 min

Hour Two | Football Talk, Saints Check-In & LSU Baseball with Patrick Coogan

In hour two of Off the Bench, we mix in some LSU football and Saints discussion before turning the focus to LSU baseball. Former Tiger Patrick Coogan joins us to break down the team, talk expectations for the season, and give insight from a player’s perspective as the Tigers get rolling.

Feb 16, 202646 min

Hour One | Opening Weekend Takeaways & Early Baseball Buzz

In hour one of OTB, Alondra and Taylor recap opening weekend for LSU baseball, breaking down who stood out right away and what caught their attention. They share early impressions of the roster, discuss what feels different about this year’s team, and dive into what has them most excited as the season gets underway.

Feb 16, 202645 min

Hour Two | Chambliss Returns, Valentine’s Day & LSU’s Rotation

In hour two of OTB, we react to Trinidad Chambliss getting another year of eligibility and what that means for LSU moving forward. The conversation drifts into Valentine’s Day plans and traditions before snapping back to baseball, as we take an early look at LSU’s starting rotation and how it’s shaping up heading into the season.

Feb 13, 202645 min

Hour One | Winter Olympics Buzz & LSU Baseball Opening Day

In hour one of Off the Bench, we bounce around the Winter Olympics and some of the wild storylines coming out of them before fully locking in on LSU baseball. It’s opening day in Baton Rouge, and the crew gets fired up about the start of the season, expectations for the Tigers, and why today officially feels like baseball season has arrived.

Feb 13, 202646 min

Hour Three | Jay Johnson Joins, NBA Trivia & Munchies

We kick off hour three with LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson ahead of opening day as he sets the stage for the season and what to expect from the Tigers. Jake tests the crew with some NBA trivia, Chef Michael Johnson drops by for Munchies, and we close things out with Ask the Bench.

Feb 12, 202645 min

Hour Two | Derby Debates, Pels Moves & LSU–South Carolina Preview

In hour two of OTB, baseball talk turns into a debate over which 104.5 ESPN show would win a home run derby. We also hit on the Pelicans and the Jose Alvarado trade buzz before previewing LSU women’s basketball’s big matchup against South Carolina this weekend and what to watch for in that showdown.

Feb 12, 202647 min

Hour One | Tribute, Combine Talk & Nuss Draft Outlook

In hour one of OTB, we pay tribute to James Van Der Beek before shifting into football mode with a look ahead to the NFL Combine. We discuss which LSU players will be participating, what they need to show in Indy, and where we think Garrett Nussmeier could realistically land when draft night rolls around.

Feb 12, 202646 min

Hour One | Olympic Apologies & LSU Hoops Frustrations

In hour one of OTB, we dive into another wild Winter Olympics headline as a biathlon medalist uses his moment on the podium to publicly apologize to his girlfriend for cheating — because of course that happened. From there, we pivot to the hardwood and take an honest look at the state of LSU men’s basketball, breaking down where things currently stand and why the frustration around the program continues to grow.

Feb 11, 202646 min

Hour Three | Derek Carr Trade Talk, RB&R Farewell

In hour three of OTB, Nick Underhill joins the show to break down the possibility of Derek Carr becoming a trade asset for the Saints and what that could realistically look like. Devin Snow stops by to help put a bow on the final edition of RB&R Monday, and Matt once again revisits his ongoing obsession with the infamous backwards L as we close out the show.

Feb 10, 202646 min

Hour Two | LSU Baseball Preview, Mailbag & Mardi Gras Talk

In hour two of OTB, we look ahead to LSU baseball with Opening Day right around the corner and discuss what to expect from the Tigers this season. We roll into OTB Mailbag, answering listener questions, and then shift gears to talk Mardi Gras parades, plans, and all the chaos that comes with the season.

Feb 10, 202645 min

Hour One | Winter Olympics Talk, Derek Carr Trade Buzz & Best Fits

In hour one of OTB, we talk Winter Olympics and some of the storylines grabbing attention right now. We shift to the NFL and discuss whether the Saints could use Derek Carr as a trade asset, what that market might look like, and which teams around the league would actually be the best fit for him.

Feb 10, 202646 min

Hour Three | Weekend Winners & Losers, Winter Olympics & Ask the Bench

In hour three of Off the Bench, we hand out Weekend Winners and Losers, talk Winter Olympics storylines catching our attention, and wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

Feb 9, 202646 min

Hour Two | Super Bowl Continued, Baseball on Deck & Bad Bunny Performance

In hour two of Off the Bench, we keep the Super Bowl conversation going — breaking down key moments, unexpected performances, and lingering reactions from the game itself. We shift to talk baseball as the season gets set to start this week, including which teams you should be watching early and some storylines heading into Opening Day. We also react to Bad Bunny’s performance at the Super Bowl halftime show and whether it lived up to the hype.

Feb 9, 202648 min

Hour One | Jake’s Back from the Super Bowl & Full Reaction Recap

In hour one of OTB, Jake rejoins the Foxhole fresh off his trip to the Super Bowl. He breaks down his experience on the ground — from Radio Row moments to what stood out most at the game and around the event — and the crew spends the hour reacting to the big game itself, revisiting the key plays, the surprising moments, and how the matchup played out overal

Feb 9, 202645 min

Hour Three | LSU WBB Recap, Winter Olympics & Final Pontoon Parlay

In hour three, we recap LSU women’s basketball’s loss to Texas and talk through what went wrong in the matchup. We pivot back to the Winter Olympics for a few more storylines, then give you the final Pontoon Parlay of the season. We wrap up the show with an absolutely unhinged birthday video for Alondra to close things out.

Feb 6, 202646 min

Hour Two | Inflategate (Ski Jumping Edition), NFL Honors & MYHY Rookie of the Year

We open hour two with the wild global scandal you didn’t know you needed — Inflategate has hit ski jumping, and yes, it involves athletes injecting hyaluronic acid in places you absolutely didn’t expect. From there, we circle back to NFL Honors, running through more of the awards and reactions from the night. We also announce the MYHY Zero Rookie of the Year, before wrapping up the hour with LSU Softball’s opening day run-rule win over NC State.

Feb 6, 202646 min

Hour One | Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame Moment & NFL Honors Night

In hour one, we celebrate the legendary career of Drew Brees as he officially becomes a first-ballot Hall of Famer, reflecting on what he meant to the Saints, the city of New Orleans, and the NFL as a whole. We also take a broader look at NFL Honors, discussing the biggest awards, standout moments, and what the night says about the current state of the league.

Feb 6, 202645 min