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BFT Interview: Trent Walker

Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the program to discuss the upcoming Civil War game against Oregon. Walker talks about the trash talk from Oregon linebacker Jerry Mixon and what the Beavers locker room thought about it. Walker talks about the Ducks' defense and says that the key for both teams is communication. Walker discusses the energy at practice this week and mentions that the coaches have been much more vocal. Canzano asks Walker if head coach Trent Bray still has the respect of the locker room.

Sep 18, 202518 min

BFT Show: Trent Bray, Mike Good, Nick Carlin-Voigt

John Canzano is in talking about the Civil War football game this weekend. Canzano discusses what he needs to see out of Oregon State and what he needs to see out of Oregon. Canzano doesn't think that people should be trying to fire Trent Bray at this moment, but does need to see Oregon State play well soon. Oregon State football coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss his team's football as they head into the Civil War rivalry against Oregon. Bray discusses some of his most vivid Civil War memories and how he helps players from outside the Northwest understand the rivalry. Bray addresses the trash talk that Oregon linebacker Jerry Mixon said this week. Bray talks about Dante Moore and how much more comfortable he is at Oregon. John's friend, Mike Good of Castlerock Vineyards, joins the show to talk about the process of harvesting a grape to the grocery store, and talks about Canzano as a kid. University of Portland men's soccer coach Nick Carlin-Voigt joins the program to discuss his team. The Pilots are off to a good start to the season, and Carlin-Voigt talks about what his team has done to start hot. Carlin-Voigt talks about what the goals are for the team for the rest of the season. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 18, 20252h 17m

BFT Interview: Nick Carlin-Voigt

University of Portland men's soccer coach Nick Carlin-Voigt joins the program to discuss his team. The Pilots are off to a good start to the season, and Carlin-Voigt talks about what his team has done to start hot. Carlin-Voigt talks about what the goals are for the team for the rest of the season.

Sep 17, 20254 min

BFT Interview: Mark Good, Castle Rock Vineyards

John's friend, Mike Good of Castle Rock Vineyards, joins the show to talk about the process of harvesting a grape, and talks about Canzano as a kid.

Sep 17, 202520 min

BFT Interview: Trent Bray

Oregon State football coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss his team's football as they head into the Civil War rivalry against Oregon. Bray discusses some of his most vivid Civil War memories and how he helps players from outside the Northwest understand the rivalry. Bray addresses the trash talk that Oregon linebacker Jerry Mixon said this week. Bray talks about Dante Moore and how much more comfortable he is at Oregon.

Sep 17, 202523 min

BFT Show: Scott Barnes

John Canzano is in talking about the Civil War football game between Oregon and Oregon State. Canzano thinks that this game should be played for the upcoming seasons, even though the two programs seem to be going in different directions. Later, Canzano talks about Tom Brady being in the coaches' box at the Raiders game. Canzano also discusses the Trail Blazers' sale to Tom Dundon and how he is affording it. Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes joins the program to address Beavers fans' worries about the football season this year. Barnes gives head coach Trent Bray a vote of confidence, stating that Bray is the right coach to lead the Beavers, but acknowledges that he needs time to adjust to the role of head coach. Barnes discusses the biggest problems currently facing Oregon State football and their 0-3 start. Barnes talks about the Civil War rivalry with Oregon and whether he wants to continue playing that series. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 17, 20252h 17m

BFT Interview: Scott Barnes

Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes joins the program to address Beavers fans' worries about the football season this year. Barnes gives head coach Trent Bray a vote of confidence, stating that Bray is the right coach to lead the Beavers, but acknowledges that he needs time to adjust to the role of head coach. Barnes discusses the biggest problems currently facing Oregon State football and their 0-3 start. Barnes talks about the Civil War rivalry with Oregon and whether he wants to continue playing that series.

Sep 16, 202527 min

BFT Interview: Sean Lewis

San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis joins the program to discuss his Aztecs' program. San Diego State plays undefeated Cal next week, and Lewis talks about the Cal team, including freshman phenom Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Lewis talks about what it is like taking over a program in college football now ,with all that is happening in the sport. Lewis talks about whether he would have recruited himself when he was a player.

Sep 16, 202520 min

BFT Show: Mark Schipper, Sean Lewis

John Canzano is in talking about week three of college football. Canzano talks about DeShaun Foster's firing and whether it was warranted. Canzano talks about the Beavers losing to Texas Tech and not showing a lot of effort, as well as the Oregon Ducks winning at Northwestern. Later in the show, Canzano talks about Brian Kelly's rant and whether Kelly should be acting that way. 5th Down College Football's Mark Schipper joins the program to discuss the firing of DeShaun Foster at UCLA. Schipper thinks that this is a university problem, and even though Foster wasn't good, it is a bigger problem. Schipper thinks that UCLA is going to want to hire a proven commodity rather than hire a young coordinator. Schipper addresses the stereotype that UCLA is just a "basketball school". San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis joins the program to discuss his Aztecs' program. San Diego State plays undefeated Cal next week, and Lewis talks about the Cal team, including freshman phenom Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. Lewis talks about what it is like taking over a program in college football now ,with all that is happening in the sport. Lewis talks about whether he would have recruited himself when he was a player. The big splash, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 16, 20251h 42m

BFT Interview: Mark Schipper

5th Down College Football's Mark Schipper joins the program to discuss the firing of DeShaun Foster at UCLA. Schipper thinks that this is a university problem, and even though Foster wasn't good, it is a bigger problem. Schipper thinks that UCLA is going to want to hire a proven commodity rather than a young coordinator. Schipper addresses the stereotype that UCLA is merely a "basketball school."

Sep 15, 202514 min

BFT Show: Chris Love, Jon WIlner

John Canzano is in talking about his writing at johncanzano.com about Scott McQueeney, who ran a marathon backwards, because he lost a bet with his daughter. Canzano wants everybody to enjoy Friday and not take anything for granted. Canzano talks about Tom Dundon and his group officially purchasing the Trail Blazers. The BFT jury is back together. Michael Lewellen, Craig Birnbach, and John Strong discuss Oregon State's head football coach, Trent Bray, and his blowup at halftime against Fresno State, plus more, the NBA scandal involving Kawhi Leonard having a potential "no-show" job so the Clippers could circumvent the salary cap. CEO and founder of Live Heads Up, Chris Love, joins the program to talk about her foundation. Love talks about the "Red Out" game for Lake Oswego High School football. The game is an annual tradition, typically in early September, that honors Coach Jeff Young and supports the Young With Heart non-profit, which raises funds for ALS awareness and research. Lake Oswego takes on Central Catholic on Friday night. San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss week 3 of college football. Wilner tells Canzano what games he is looking forward to this weekend, and if there is any chance of an upset in the Oregon or Oregon State game. Wilner discusses why he still has some concerns about Oregon, even though everybody else seems to be all in on the Ducks. Wilner discusses how the AP poll works and his process for ranking the teams. Wilner talks about Trent Bray and his halftime incident against Fresno State. The 5 at 5, what's on tap, and much more!

Sep 13, 20252h 18m

BFT Interview: Jon Wilner

San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss week 3 of college football. Wilner tells Canzano what games he is looking forward to this weekend, and if there is any chance of an upset in the Oregon or Oregon State game. Wilner discusses why he still has some concerns about Oregon, even though everybody else seems to be all in on the Ducks. Wilner discusses how the AP poll works and his process for ranking the teams. Wilner talks about Trent Bray and his halftime incident against Fresno State.

Sep 13, 202524 min

BFT Interview: Chrie Love

CEO and founder of Live Heads Up, Chris Love, joins the program to talk about her foundation. Love talks about the "Red Out" game for Lake Oswego High School football. The game is an annual tradition, typically in early September, that honors Coach Jeff Young and supports the Young With Heart non-profit, which raises funds for ALS awareness and research. Lake Oswego takes on Central Catholic on Friday night.

Sep 12, 202513 min

BFT Show: Trent Walker

John Canzano is in talking about Oregon State head football coach Trent Bray. Canzano wonders if Oregon State should coach up Bray in the media. In college football now, coaches have to be sympathetic towards fans, and Canzano wonders if Bray actually cares about the fans' feelings for their team. Being a head coach is a lot about marketing, according to Canzano. Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show for his weekly appearance. Walker talks about last week's game against Fresno State and what the locker room was like at halftime after the punting disaster. Walker discusses how some fans at Reser Stadium were yelling at their own players to play better, and shares his thoughts on seeing a somewhat empty stadium. Walker previews the Texas Tech game and tells Canzano how the team has been preparing for the hostile crowd they will face in Lubbock. The big splash, punch it audio, much more

Sep 12, 20251h 45m

BFT Interview: Trent Walker

Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show for his weekly appearance. Walker talks about last week's game against Fresno State and what the locker room was like at halftime after the punting disaster. Walker discusses how some fans at Reser Stadium were yelling at their own players to play better, and shares his thoughts on seeing a somewhat empty stadium. Walker previews the Texas Tech game and tells Canzano how the team has been preparing for the hostile crowd they will face in Lubbock.

Sep 11, 202515 min

BFT Show: Trent Bray, A'lique Terry

John Canzano talks to Oregon State head coach Trent Bray and Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'lique Terry ahead of week three of the college football season.

Sep 11, 20252h 20m

BFT Interview: A'lique Terry

John Canzano talks with Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'lique Terry ahead of the Big Ten opener Saturday at Northwestern (9:00 a.m., FOX).

Sep 11, 202511 min

BFT Interview: Trent Bray

Oregon State head football coach Trent Bray joins the program to talk about his Oregon State Beavers as they head into a week three match-up against Texas Tech. Bray addresses the incident he had at halftime of their game against Fresno State. Bray discusses the team's mentality as they head into a tough game with a 0-2 record. Bray talks about how the offense and Maalik Murphy showed a lot of improvement.

Sep 10, 202514 min

BFT Show: Bruce Barnum

John Canzano is in talking about the AP poll in college football. One voter moved Florida up in their rankings after a loss to USF, and many are calling for her vote to be taken away. Canzano discusses whether they should take votes away and if the AP poll even matters anymore in today's age of college football. Later, Canzano talks about week three of college football and the battle between Nike and Adidas. Portland State football coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to talk about his Vikings heading to Hawaii to take on the Rainbow Warriors. Barnum talks about the loss to North Dakota in week two. Barnum discusses some of his coaching mentors whom he has had throughout his career. Barnum talks about his mindset heading into his final "payday" game against Hawaii. Barnum goes through the schedule of the week because they have to travel to Hawaii. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 10, 20252h 19m

BFT Interview: Bruce Barnum

Portland State football coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to talk about his Vikings heading to Hawaii to take on the Rainbow Warriors. Barnum talks about the loss to North Dakota in week two. Barnum talks about some of his coaching mentors that he has had throughout his career. Barnum talks about his mindset heading into his final "payday" game against Hawaii. Barnum goes through the schedule of the week because they have to travel to Hawaii.

Sep 9, 202519 min

BFT Interview: Alan Thayer

Lawyer Alan Thayer joins the show to discuss the Pac-12 vs Mountain West legal battle. Thayer breaks down what is happening between the two conferences and where we stand. Thayer talks about the best arguments for both conferences as they continue down the legal road. Thayer talks about the new judge who is now involved with the case and what effect they may have on the ruling.

Sep 9, 202511 min

BFT Show: Alan Thayer

John Canzano is in talking about week 2 of college football and asking the question, should Trent Bray be fired? Canzano wonders if Bray is the answer for the Beavers after Oregon State's loss to Fresno State at Reser Stadium. Canzano is impressed by the Oregon Ducks 69-3 win over Oklahoma State, but wonders if our expectations should change for the Ducks after two blowout wins. Later, Canzano talks about week 1 in the NFL and what the biggest storyline was, as well as if the AFC West is the best division in football. Lawyer Alan Thayer joins the show to discuss the Pac-12 vs Mountain West legal battle. Thayer breaks down what is happening between the two conferences and where we stand. Thayer discusses the strongest arguments for both conferences as they proceed down the legal path. Thayer talks about the new judge who is now involved with the case and what effect they may have on the ruling. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 9, 20251h 42m

BFT Show: Stu Jackson, BFT Jury

John Canzano is in talking about spitting in sports. Canzano wonders what drives athletes to spit on one another in the heat of battle. Canzano talks about the NFL game being played in Brazil and if it is good for the players and the fans. Later, Canzano talks about Nick Saban admitting that the Big Ten has an advantage over the SEC. The BFT jury assembles to discuss spitting in sports and Mike Gundy complaining about the money that his program doesn't have. WCC commissioner Stu Jackson joins the show to talk about UC San Diego officially joining the West Coast Conference in 14 of the WCC's 16 sponsored sports. Jackson talks about the changing of the landscape in college athletics. Jackson talks about Gonzaga leaving the conference fully in 2026 and what the plan could be with St. Mary's going forward. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 5, 20251h 32m

BFT Interview: Stu Jackson

WCC commissioner Stu Jackson joins the show to talk about UC San Diego officially joining the West Coast Conference in 14 of the WCC's 16 sponsored sports. Jackson talks about the changing of the landscape in college athletics. Jackson talks about Gonzaga leaving the conference fully in 2026 and what the plan could be with St. Mary's going forward.

Sep 5, 202511 min

BFT Show: Trent Walker, Will Stein, Jimmy Rogers

John Canzano is in talking about week two of college football. Canzano talks about some of his picks for the biggest games of week two and thinks that there are a couple of upset opportunities on the board. Canzano also talks about the spring transfer window going away.Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show to discuss Oregon State's head space as they head into their week two game against Fresno State. Walker talks about his game that he had against Cal. Despite nine catches and over 100 yards, Walker says that after watching the film he felt like he had one of his worst games. Walker says that the Beavers made a lot of mistakes, but that the mistakes are fixable, and they expect to bounce back against Fresno State. Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein joins the program to talk about the Ducks' week two game against Oklahoma State. Stein talks about Dante Moore and what he liked from the young quarterback, and talks about whether he tries to put Moore in situations where he thinks Moore isn't comfortable. Stein discusses the Cowboys and the challenges Oklahoma State will pose for the Ducks. Stein talks about how he has changed his coaching style after the loss to Washington in 2023 in Seattle. Stein talks about his past and all the great coaches he has been with throughout his career. Washington State head coach Jimmy Rogers joins the program to talk about the Washington State Cougars football team and their week two matchup against San Diego State. Rogers goes back to week one against Idaho and talks about how, even though it was a close game against Idaho, Rogers was happy to get out of it with the win. Rogers talks about his coaching style and how it is different from other coaches who have been successful. The big splash, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 5, 20251h 43m

BFT Interview: Jimmy Rogers

Washington State head coach Jimmy Rogers joins the program to talk about the Washington State Cougars football team and their week two matchup against San Diego State. Rogers goes back to week one against Idaho and talks about how, even though it was a close game against Idaho, Rogers was happy to get out of it with the win. Rogers talks about his coaching style and how it is different from other coaches who have been successful.

Sep 5, 202515 min

BFT Interview: Will Stein

Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein joins the program to talk about the Ducks' week two game against Oklahoma State. Stein talks about Dante Moore and what he liked from the young quarterback, and talks about whether he tries to put Moore in situations where he thinks Moore isn't comfortable. Stein discusses the Cowboys and the challenges Oklahoma State will pose for the Ducks. Stein talks about how he has changed his coaching style after the loss to Washington in 2023 in Seattle. Stein talks about his past and all the great coaches he has been with throughout his career.

Sep 4, 202520 min

BFT Interview: Trent Walker

Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker joins the show to discuss Oregon State's headspace as they head into their week two game against Fresno State. Walker talks about the game that he had against Cal. Despite nine catches and over 100 yards, Walker says that after watching the film, he felt like he had one of his worst games. Walker says that the Beavers made a lot of mistakes, but that the mistakes are fixable and they expect to bounce back against Fresno State.

Sep 4, 202513 min

BFT Show: Trent Bray, Pat Kilkenny, Jon Wilner

John Canzano is in talking about college football and what some of his dream match-ups would be. Canzano has dream match-ups for Oregon and Oregon State, and if some of those match-ups could become reality in the new world of college football. Later, Canzano talks about Taylor Swift potentially performing at the Super Bowl. Oregon State head coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss Oregon State's rough game against Cal in week one. Bray talks about what went wrong in the Beavers opening game loss to Cal, but also mentioned that they were close in numerous situations. Bray gives a message to frustrated Beavers fans and lets them know that losing isn't expected. Bray previews the Oregon State week two game against Fresno State and expects the team to bounce back. Former Oregon athletic director Pat Kilkenny joins the show to talk about the upcoming Oregon vs Gonzaga basketball game that will be held at the Moda Center in November. Kilkenny discusses the baseball team and the significant investment required for the program, contrasting it with the football program, where the funding appears to be endless. Kilkenny says that the baseball program has been funded without any help from Phil Knight. Kilkenny is disappointed with the NCAA for how they haven't dealt with NIL and says that college sports have lost a little bit of it's charm. San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to review what happened in week one of college football and preview what to look for in week two. Wilner talks about the coaches in the sports that are beefing with one another through the media. Wilner talks about his biggest disappointments in week one and what coaches he thinks could be on the hot seat. Wilner says that this is a must-win for Oregon State and Washington State. If those teams were to lose, Wilner thinks it would be a reputation hit on Wazzu and Oregon State. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 4, 20252h 18m

BFT Interview: Jon Wilner

San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to review what happened in week one of college football and preview what to look for in week two. Wilner talks about the coaches in the sports that are beefing with one another through the media. Wilner talks about his biggest disappointments in week one and what coaches he thinks could be on the hot seat. Wilner says that this is a must-win for Oregon State and Washington State. If those teams were to lose, Wilner thinks it would be a reputation hit on Wazzu and Oregon State.

Sep 4, 202518 min

BFT Interview: Pat Kilkenny

Former Oregon athletic director Pat Kilkenny joins the show to talk about the upcoming Oregon vs Gonzaga basketball game that will be held at the Moda Center in November. Kilkenny discusses the baseball team and the significant investment required for the program, contrasting it with the football program, where the funding appears to be endless. Kilkenny says that the baseball program has been funded without any help from Phil Knight. Kilkenny is disappointed with the NCAA for how they haven't dealt with NIL and says that college sports have lost a little bit of it's charm.

Sep 3, 202520 min

BFT Interview: Trent Bray

Oregon State head coach Trent Bray joins the program to discuss Oregon State's rough game against Cal in week one. Bray talks about what went wrong in the Beavers opening game loss to Cal, but also mentioned that they were close in numerous situations. Bray gives a message to frustrated Beavers fans and lets them know that losing isn't expected. Bray previews the Oregon State week two game against Fresno State and expects the team to bounce back.

Sep 3, 202515 min

BFT Interview: Bruce Barnum

Portland State head coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to discuss his team's loss to BYU over the weekend. Barnum talks about whether coaches are being a little more snarky with one another in public. Barnum thinks that coaches are not afraid to say things about other coaches because of the NIL deals and wins they get over one another. Barnum talks about the obstacles they face as a team when they have to play the games where they get paid by the other schools. Barnum talks about the little things he does to treat his players fairly and make them feel like they are at a big-time college football program.

Sep 3, 202515 min

BFT Show: Bruce Barnum

John Canzano is in talking about week one of college football. Canzano gives his reactions to all of the biggest games over the weekend, including the Oregon Ducks and Oregon State Beavers. Canzano wonders how much longer Kalen DeBoer will be the head coach of Alabama, but also wonders why there are some fans who want Washington State head coach Jimmy Rogers gone. Canzano talks about Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy's comments about Oregon and how much money they spend. Portland State head coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to discuss his team's loss to BYU over the weekend. Barnum talks about if coaches are being a little more snarky with one another in public. Barnum thinks that coaches are not afraid to say things about other coaches because of the NIL deals and wins they get over one another. Barnum talks about the obstacles they face as a team when they have to play the games where they get paid by the other schools. Barnum talks about the little things he does to treat his players fairly and make them feel like they are at a big-time college football program. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Sep 3, 20252h 19m

BFT Show: BFT Jury

John Canzano is in talking about college football week one and previewing the games. Canzano talks about what the most important things are going to be in the Oregon State, Oregon, and Portland State week one games. Later, Canzano talks about the big-time games in week one and makes his picks in some of the biggest games of the weekend. The BFT jury is back and talking about top ten matchups in college football week one, who do you hate as a sports fan, and should adults try to get autographs from athletes? The big splash, what's on tap, and much more!

Aug 30, 20252h 18m

BFT Show: Trent Walker, Dan Lanning

John Canzano is in and wondering how we can improve college football. Should the sport add a commissioner like Nick Saban, or should there be automatic Power 4 match-ups between conferences? Later, Canzano also picks his winner and loser from the Micah Parsons blockbuster trade. Oregon State star wide receiver Trent Walker joins the program. Walker previews the Oregon State vs Cal matchup in week one of the season. Walker discusses how he is preparing for Cal after the Beavers got blown out by Cal last season. Walker talks about the difference between the Beavers offense this season and last, and tells Canzano how new quarterback Maalik Murphy has become the leader of the team. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning joins the show to preview the Oregon Ducks vs the Montana State Bobcats. Lanning discusses Montana State and mentions that they are one of the top running teams in the nation. Lanning talks about game prep week and what goes through it. Lanning is looking for his team to avoid mental mistakes as they face Montana State. The two talk about Lanning's favorite midnight snack and his weight this season. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Aug 29, 20252h 17m

BFT Interview: Dan Lanning

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning joins the show to preview the Oregon Ducks vs the Montana State Bobcats. Lanning discusses Montana State and mentions that they are one of the top running teams in the nation. Lanning talks about game prep week and what goes through it. Lanning is looking for his team to avoid mental mistakes as they face Montana State. The two talk about Lanning's favorite midnight snack and his weight this season.

Aug 28, 202521 min

BFT Interview: Trent Walker

Oregon State star wide receiver Trent Walker joins the program. Walker previews the Oregon State vs Cal matchup in week one of the season. Walker discusses how he is preparing for Cal after the Beavers got blown out by Cal last season. Walker talks about the difference between the Beavers' offense this season and last, and tells Canzano how new quarterback Maalik Murphy has become the leader of the team.

Aug 28, 202512 min

BFT Show: Trent Bray, Jeff Faraudo

John Canzano is in discussing college football week one. Canzano previews the games that he is looking forward to including a game that isn't being talked about as one of the games he can't wait to watch. Later, Canzano talks about the UNLV AD taking shots at the Pac-12. Oregon State head coach Trent Bray joins the program. Bray talks about his coaching style and how he has adjusted it heading into year two. Bray discusses new quarterback Maalik Murphy and what he will bring to the offense, including his ability to throw the football down the field. Bray previews the Cal Bears and discusses head coach Justin Wilcox, as well as what he expects from Cal. Bray also mentions what show he was obsessed with during the offseason. Co-publisher of Cal Bears on SI, Jeff Faraudo, joins the program to discuss the Oregon State vs Cal game in week one. Faraudo talks about how this Cal is the unknown because the coaches haven't allowed the media to get a look at practice, which is not how it used to be in Berkeley. Faraudo doesn't expect true freshman quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to be leaned upon to win the game, but expects the Cal offense to be able to throw the football against the Oregon State defense. Punch it audio, the big splash, and much more!

Aug 28, 20252h 17m

BFT Interview: Jeff Faraudo

Co-publisher of Cal Bears on SI, Jeff Faraudo, joins the program to discuss the Oregon State vs Cal game in week one. Faraudo talks about how this Cal is the unknown because the coaches haven't allowed the media to get a look at practice, which is not how it used to be in Berkeley. Faraudo doesn't expect true freshman quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to be leaned upon to win the game, but expects the Cal offense to be able to throw the football against the Oregon State defense.

Aug 28, 202518 min

BFT Interview: Trent Bray

Oregon State head coach Trent Bray joins the program. Bray talks about his coaching style and how he has adjusted it heading into year two. Bray discusses new quarterback Maalik Murphy and what he will bring to the offense, including his ability to throw the football down the field. Bray previews the Cal Bears and discusses head coach Justin Wilcox, as well as what he expects from Cal. Bray also mentions what show he was obsessed with during the offseason.

Aug 27, 202516 min

BFT Show: Andrew Greif, Bruce Barnum

John Canzano is in talking about the Cleveland Browns naming Dillon Gabriel their backup quarterback. Canzano wants to put to rest the narrative that this move is racially motivated while also recognizing that racism is everywhere in sports. NBC News sports reporter Andrew Greif joins the program to discuss his new book "Beyond Fast". The book is about how a high school coach revolutionized distance running. The coach went through plenty of obstacles, and Greif talks about some of the obstacles from the book. Greif is a former Oregon athlete, and he talks about if growing up in Coos Bay, Oregon, helped shape his life. Greif talks about race inside a locker room and how it plays a role, if any, for players in the professional leagues. Portland State head football coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to discuss the loss to Tarleton State in week 0 of the college football season. Barnum talks about what he did wrong in the blowout loss in week 0, but vouches that he will be better going forward. Barnum discusses how it's challenging to keep your team together when playing against exceptionally strong teams and suffering losses. Barnum mentions how much money they are getting for playing against BYU and compares the Cougars to the Oregon Ducks. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Aug 27, 20252h 18m

BFT Interview: Bruce Barnum

Portland State head football coach Bruce Barnum joins the program to discuss the loss to Tarleton State in week 0 of the college football season. Barnum talks about what he did wrong in the blowout loss in week 0, but vouches that he will be better going forward. Barnum discusses how it's challenging to keep your team together when playing against exceptionally strong teams and suffering losses. Barnum mentions how much money they are getting for playing against BYU and compares the Cougars to the Oregon Ducks.

Aug 27, 202514 min

BFT Show: Andrew Greif

NBC News sports reporter Andrew Greif joins the program to discuss his new book "Beyond Fast". The book is about how a high school coach revolutionized distance running. The coach went through plenty of obstacles, and Greif talks about some of the obstacles from the book. Greif is a former Oregon athlete, and he talks about if growing up in Coos Bay, Oregon, helped shape his life. Greif talks about race inside a locker room and how it plays a role, if any, for players in the professional leagues.

Aug 26, 202517 min

BFT Show: Ian Furness, Jon Wilner

John Canzano is in talking about week 0 of college football and the disappointing loss by the Portland State Vikings. Portland State lost to Tarelton State 42-0 and Canzano wonders what is wrong with the Vikings football program and if they should get rid of it all together. Later, Canzano talks about Shedeur Sanders' performance in the Browns preseason game over the weekend where Sanders took five sacks. Canzano thinks that it's not all Sanders' fault, but he is a lot to blame. The great Phil Steele joins the program to talk about college football week one. Steele gives his opinions on Oregon and Oregon State heading into the season. Steele also talks about how he comes up with who graces the cover of the magazine. KJR in Seattle's Ian Furness joins the program to discuss potential new Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon. Furness says that in hockey circles that Dundon is considered cheap and was actually voted as the least liked owner according to NHL agents. Furness also previews Washington State football and what he expects from the Cougars as the season is upon us. Furness talks about the new Pac-12 and has a worry about the new conference that one team will dominate the conference. San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss college football week 0 and Stanford's loss to Hawaii. Wilner also discusses the Oregon Ducks this season and suggests that Oregon should avoid receiving a bye in the college football playoff and instead secure a home playoff game. Wilner talks about Boise State and has some real questions about the Broncos this season without Ashton Jeanty. Wilner also gives his Heisman and national champion picks. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!

Aug 26, 20252h 18m

BFT Interview: Jon WIlner

San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss college football week 0 and Stanford's loss to Hawaii. Wilner also discusses the Oregon Ducks this season and suggests that Oregon should avoid receiving a bye in the college football playoff and instead secure a home playoff game. Wilner talks about Boise State and has some real questions about the Broncos this season without Ashton Jeanty. Wilner also gives his Heisman and national champion picks.

Aug 25, 202512 min

BFT Interview: Ian Furness

KJR in Seattle's Ian Furness joins the program to discuss potential new Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon. Furness says that in hockey circles that Dundon is considered cheap and was actually voted as the least liked owner according to NHL agents. Furness also previews Washington State football and what he expects from the Cougars as the season is upon us. Furness talks about the new Pac-12 and has a worry about the new conference that one team will dominate the conference.

Aug 25, 202517 min

BFT Show: Mike Jorgensen, Spencer McLaughlin

Judah Newby and Steven Vaughan are in for John Canzano and the guys are talking about week 0 of the college football season! The season kicks off tomorrow and the guys give their thoughts and predictions for the games. Later, the guys talk about the NFL off-season and the 49ers acquiring running back Brian Robinson Jr from the Commanders. University of Oregon radio analyst Mike Jorgensen joins the program to get us ready for the Ducks upcoming season. Jorgensen talks about the strides that quarterback Dante Moore has made and why Moore will be a very good quarterback this season. Jorgensen talks about freshman wide receiver Dakorien Moore and says that Moore has all the tools to be effective as a true freshman. Montana State will be the Ducks first opponent, and while Jorgensen thinks the Bobcats can put up a fight. Jorgensen thinks that Dante Moore's familiarity with the offense will be the difference. Jorgensen mentions a few players he thinks will stand out on the defensive side. Locked on College Football podcast host Spencer McLaughlin joins the program to talk about college football and some of the new changes in the sport, including the SEC going to nine conference games and the adjusted metrics to the CFP when it comes to strength of schedule. McLaughlin talks about week 0 and gives his picks for some of the big games. McLaughlin thinks Washington has a high ceiling. McLaughlin talks about Dakorien Moore at Oregon and what impact he could make this season. McLaughlin talks about Oregon State and what he could see out of the Beavers this season. The big splash, what's on tap, and much more!

Aug 23, 20252h 17m

BFT Interview: Spencer McLaughlin

Locked on College Football podcast host Spencer McLaughlin joins the program to talk about college football and some of the new changes in the sport, including the SEC going to nine conference games and the adjusted metrics to the CFP when it comes to strength of schedule. McLaughlin talks about week 0 and gives his picks for some of the big games. McLaughlin thinks Washington has a high ceiling. McLaughlin talks about Dakorien Moore at Oregon and what impact he could make this season. McLaughlin talks about Oregon State and what he could see out of the Beavers this season.

Aug 23, 202518 min

BFT Interview: Mike Jorgensen

University of Oregon radio analyst Mike Jorgensen joins the program to get us ready for the Ducks upcoming season. Jorgensen talks about the strides that quarterback Dante Moore has made and why Moore will be a very good quarterback this season. Jorgensen talks about freshman wide receiver Dakorien Moore and says that Moore has all the tools to be effective as a true freshman. Montana State will be the Ducks first opponent, and while Jorgensen thinks the Bobcats can put up a fight. Jorgensen thinks that Dante Moore's familiarity with the offense will be the difference. Jorgensen mentions a few players he thinks will stand out on the defensive side.

Aug 22, 202526 min