Writer Aaron Torres breaks down the biggest topics in college football and college basketball in the most ridiculous way possible, as he's joined by co-host Nick Coffey and a variety of guests from around the sports world. Show airs twice weekly.
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Listeners of Aaron Torres Sports Podcast that love the show mention:On today's show, Aaron wonders - do people dislike Deion Sanders? Or the insane media coverage around him? Plus, college football ratings are through the roof - and Aaron explains the reasons why. Finally, all 14 SEC teams play league games this weekend - and here's who has the most to prove! Do people hate Deion or the media coverage around him: There is more backlash to Colorado football, after a crazy accusation by Keyshawn Johnson - it makes Torres wonder: Do people actually dislike Deion? Or the media who covers him? CFB ratings are through the roof - here's why: Next up, college football ratings are up a crazy amount this season - and Aaron thinks he knows why. Who has the most to prove in the SEC this weekend: Finally, with all 14 teams in action this weekend, Aaron wonders: Which SEC team has the most to prove? In the process he looks ahead to Florida-Kentucky, Texas A&M-Arkansas, LSU-Ole Miss and more! KENTUCKY LISTENERS - Make your first bet with DraftKings!!!! Use CODE "TORRES" - and with any $5 bet you get $200 in bonus bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have a loaded Monday show, as Torres talks the Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calling out Lou Holtz in that wild rant. Plus, what Colorado's loss mean and Dan Lanning's comments on Coach Prime, and thoughts on Clemson-FSU and Ole Miss-Bama. Finally, Torres shouts out Tua's big day in the NFL and a Taylor Swift sighting at Arrowhead! Here's the full rundown: Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calls out Lou Holtz (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calling out... Lou Holtz?! Who actually looks bad in the Day/Holtz bruhaha and what the result means for Ohio State and Notre Dame. Colorado loses and Dan Lanning goes in on Coach Prime (23:00): From there, Torres talks about Colorado taking its first loss - and what the Buffaloes can learn. Also, Dan Lanning called out Deion Sanders before the game and at halftime - but he did it for a different reason than you think! The rest of the weekend in football (44:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking the rest of the weekend in football, including Clemson's crushing loss, Bama rolling and other news and notes from college football. Plus, you know he has thoughts on Tua and the Dolphins' historic day, plus... Taylor Swift was at Arrowhead on Sunday - and Torres has one big piece of advice for Travis Kelce! You can follow Aaron on: Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Instagram - @AaronTorresPod TikTok - @AaronTorresPod YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Torres opens the show by asking - which college football team has the most at stake in Week 4? Clemson? Alabama? Or someone else? Then he actually talks some college hoops recruiting, as Cooper Flagg is set to visit UConn, plus thoughts on Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky and others. Finally he plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" with his best and worst takes of the week: Who has the most at stake in Week 4?: After doing a deep dive on all the big college football games on Thursday - Aaron now asks: Who has the most at stake on this mega weekend? Is it Clemson? Alabama or someone else? College hoops recruiting news and notes: From there, he talks college hoops recruiting news and notes. The No. 1 ranked player in America Cooper Flagg is visiting UConn this weekend - do the Huskies have a shot? Plus thoughts on Bama, Arkansas and St. John's. Also, an update on Kentucky's efforts to get a star foreign recruit into school and UK recruiting as well. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps by playing America's favorite game "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week If you missed his FULL PREVIEW of Week 4 of the college football season click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Torres switches gears, providing a full preview of the mega Week 4 in college football. He discuses Ohio State-Notre Dame, Florida State-Clemson, Colorado-Oregon, Ole Miss-Bama, Auburn-A&M and much, MUCH MORE. Here is the full rundown: Ohio State-Notre Dame (2:30) Florida State-Clemson (12:00) Colorado-Oregon (21:30) Ole Miss-Alabama (32:00) Auburn-Texas A&M (39:00) Arkansas-LSU, Vanderbilt-Kentucky, Oregon State-Washington State, UCLA-Utah and MUCH, MUCH more (44:00) Make sure to subscribe to the College Football Betting Podcast Make sure to subscribe to the College Football Betting YouTube channel for all your game previews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a loaded Wednesday show, Aaron explains why - love him or hate him - the Deion Sanders effect is real. Then he asks what's *really* going on in the Alabama locker room, after another QB change? Finally, Mel Tucker is fighting back after he was fired - can he get his money? Also, who are the candidates to be the next Michigan State head coach? The Deion Sanders effect is real (2:00): Torres opens the show by explaining why - whether you love him or hate him, the Deion Sanders effect is real. We have two examples this week on just how crazy Coach Prime's impact really is? What's REALLY going on in Alabama's locker room (15:00)? From there Torres talks Alabama. The Crimson Tide are again changing quarterbacks - but something seems off. What's REALLY going on in that locker room? Mel Tucker fights back, but can he get his money + who will the next head coach at Michigan State be (29:00)? Finally, Torres wraps by talking Michigan State. Mel Tucker has been fired, but is fighting to get his money. Will he get it? Plus, who are the candidates to be the next head coach at Michigan State (42:00)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this Monday, Torres talks a LOADED Week 3 - Alabama is broken, but what if they aren't fixable? Plus, Colorado rallies for a huge win, and Florida picks up its signature victory. From there, Torres talks the rest of a wild Week 3 in college football: Alabama is broken - what if they aren't fixable (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing another disappointing effort from Alabama. The Tide struggled against South Florida, the worst team left on its schedule. And Aaron asks - what if Alabama isn't fixable? Colorado rallies (18:00): From there, Torres talks about the late night thriller in Boulder. Colorado rallied to win, and Aaron discusses the one thing no one's talking about Florida gets its signature win + the rest of the Week 3 slate (30:00): From there, Torres wraps with the rest of the Week 3 slate. Florida gets its signature win - what is the ceiling for these Gators? Plus, how worried should Tennessee fans be? Finally, Torres talks big wins for LSU and Ohio State, Florida State surviving and should Georgia be worried after struggling with South Carolina. Plus, Missouri's last second heroics and an early look at a loaded Week 4 slate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres discusses the wild Deion vs. Jay Norvell battle, and Nick Saban's VERY interesting comments about the state of Alabama football. Plus, he gives a full Week 3 preview before playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week. Deion vs. Jay Norvell (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the back-and-forth between Deion Sanders and Colorado State coach Jay Norvell. Who's right, who's wrong and how ugly could it get on Saturday in the Rocky Mountain Showdown? Saban's interesting Bama comments (14:00): From there, Aaron reacts to some very interesting comments Nick Saban made about the state of his Alabama program. No, he's not retiring, but he did share one interesting note, that makes Torres think that the Crimson Tide may just be able to turn things around... soon. Week 3 preview + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps by previewing the biggest games of Week 3, including Tennessee-Florida, South Carolina-Georgia and others (24:00), before playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron opens with an update on Mel Tucker - the Michigan State coach is fighting back, but did we actually learn anything this week? Then he discusses UNC going to war with the NCAA and how Colorado is already outrating the biggest brands in college football. Finally, Torres gives a quick shout out to Jets fans, after the brutal news they received on Monday night. Mel Tucker fights back (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Mel Tucker fighting back publicly against Michigan State. Did we actually learn anything from his lawyers statement? Will he coach again? Or is this simply a ploy for something completely different? UNC vs. the NCAA + College football TV ratings boom (21:00): Finally, Aaron hits on a few different stories to wrap the show. He talks about UNC battling the NCAA again, this time over the eligibility of star transfer Tez Walker. Who's right and who's wrong? Plus, how Colorado has turned into a ratings boom for TV networks and finally, Torres shares a moment of silence for Jets fans after the brutal news they received Monday night. Subscribe to the Aaron Torres Pod on YOUTUBE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this bonus episode, Aaron is joined by legend Tim Tebow! The guys discuss the "Swamp Kings" documentary, discuss the Alabama-Texas game and what it means for both teams - plus, a look ahead to Tennessee-Florida this weekend. Plus, Tim shares his work with All-State and how fans can get involved! SUBSCRIBE TO THE AARON TORRES POD ON YOUTUBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres has your full Week 2 reaction - what does Texas' win over Alabama mean for the Longhorns, and the one change Alabama must make to save their season. Texas A&M loses again - what would it actually take for A&M to fire Jimbo Fisher? Colorado wins again, and Mel Tucker finds himself in DEEP TROUBLE. Here's a full rundown: Texas stuns Alabama in Tuscaloosa (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Texas' stunning win over Alabama. He explains why he was dead wrong on Texas, and explains the single most impressive thing about their victory. Also, is Texas in the driver's seat to make the playoff? Also, what ails Alabama - and why Nick Saban has one VERY tough decision to make to save this season (15:30). Texas A&M stumbles again (25:30): Next up, Torres talks Texas A&M-Miami, sharing his thoughts on another disappointing Aggie loss and what would it actually take for Jimbo Fisher to be fired this year? Also, the one big thing he learned about Miami. Colorado wins again (40:00): From there, Torres talks about another impressive Colorado win, as they roll past Nebraska - and the one big thing he learned about Deion Sanders squad. Finally, he talks about the shocking Mel Tucker story, why Tucker will never coach again at Michigan State, and what's next for the Spartans football program (50:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres previews a loaded Week 2 slate, talking Texas-Bama, Texas A&M-Miami, Nebraska-Colorado and more. From there, he talks the fascinating comments from Caleb Williams' dad- and why they might not be as crazy as you think. Finally, he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Week 2 preview (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing a LOADED Week 2 slate, sharing his thoughts and picks on Texas-Bama, Texas A&M-Miami and Nebraska-Colorado. Plus, his full Week 2 betting picks. Caleb Williams' dad's comments (): From there, Aaron switches gears, talking about some interesting from Caleb Williams dad? Would Williams really return for college for another season if he doesn't like the NFL Draft order - Torres thinks it's not as crazy as it seems. Right/Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps the show by playing America's favorite podcast game, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking about his best and worst takes of Week 1 and much, much more. To read all of Aaron's Week 2 picks, click here To listen to the Aaron Torres Podcast on YouTube, click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Aaron discusses Clemson's stunning loss to Duke - are they done as a college football power? Plus, what is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders? And an admissions controversy surrounding a star Kentucky basketball recruit - who's right and who's wrong? Clemson's stunning loss to Duke - are they done as a college football power (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Clemson's embarrassing loss to Duke on Monday night. Are they done as a college football power? What is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders (17:00): From there, Aaron asks the question - what is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders? How good can this team be? An admissions controversy with Kentucky basketball (29:00): Finally, Kentucky basketball has an admissions controversy involving a star basketball recruit. Who's right and who's wrong?! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron reacts to a wild Week 1 in college football! He goes in depth on Colorado's win against TCU, then asks, is Florida State that good, or is LSU that bad? Finally, he wraps with other thoughts from across college football, including impressive performances by UNC, Penn State and Texas A&M. Colorado stuns TCU (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Colorado's wild victory in Week 1 over TCU. He discusses what went right, Travis Hunter's performance and why you shouldn't be surprised by this result. Also, what this means for Deion the coach and Colorado as a program? Florida State dominates LSU (18:00): From there, he shares his thoughts on the marquee, Top 10 matchup in Tallahassee. Did Florida State re-establish themselves as a college football power with the big win over LSU? Also, Torres shares his thoughts on the one big thing that could LSU back this season. Reaction from the rest of Week 1 in college football (32:00): Finally, Torres wraps with reaction to the rest of Week 1. He starts by asking, what if we were wrong about Texas A&M, before switching to other teams that impressed him. Why UNC may have been the winner of the weekend, Penn State's impressive start and Jalen Milroe's impressive debut for Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this quick, bonus episode - Aaron talks about the shocking news that Stanford, Cal and SMU are headed to the ACC. Why did it happen now? What does it mean? And why this is another sad chapter for college sports. SUBSCRIBE TO THE AARON TORRES POD YOUTUBE PAGE VISIT THE AARON TORRES MERCHANDISE STORE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron reacts to the opening Thursday in college football, with thoughts on Florida-Utah, Nebraska-Minnesota and UConn-NC State. Then he previews the weekend slate discussing LSU-Florida State, Colorado-TCU, Clemson-Duke and more! Here's a full rundown: Thursday night reaction (2:00): Torres takes a deep dive into the Thursday night college football slate, discussing how much heat Billy Napier should feel after an embarrassing loss to Utah and another crushing Nebraska loss as well. Plus, UConn's disappointing opening night against NC State, and what it means for the program. Also, Torres goes on an epic rant on Spectrum, which dropped ESPN right before Thursday's games. Previewing the weekend college football slate (23:00): From there, Aaron previews the weekend college football slate, sharing his thoughts on LSU-Florida State, Colorado-TCU, Clemson-Duke and much, MUCH more To read Aaron's full Week 1 preview - CLICK HERE Follow Aaron on YouTube - HERE Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron opens by talking camp notes, including Ohio State selecting a quarterback and Nick Saban making a bold statement. From there, he discusses the hottest hot seats entering the year, and finally previews all the big games on Thursday's Week 1 slate. Here's a full rundown: Camp news and notes (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a final set of camp news and notes, including Ohio State naming its quarterback and some interesting quotes from Nick Saban. Plus, a former five-star throws it all away. Hot seats (18:00): From there, Aaron talks the hottest hot seats in college football. He opens with the hottest seat in the sport, then discusses what Jimbo Fisher needs to do to save his job. And what about Steve Sarkisian at Texas? Week 1 Thursday night preview (38:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with a full Thursday night preview, discussing whether Florida can pull the upset at Utah, what to expect from Nebraska in Matt Rhule's debut and if UConn can pull the upset at home over NC State. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today, show Torres makes his preseason College Football Playoff picks, reacts to Week 0 performances from Notre Dame and USC and talks about a dumb decision at Arizona State. Plus, he says goodbye to the legend, Bob Barker. Torres makes his College Football Playoff and title picks (2:00): Torres opens the show by making his College Football Playoff and national title picks. Which four teams are in? Also, the three or four big-name schools he left out. Week 0 reaction + ASU mess (25:00): From there, Torres reacts to Week 0, explaining why he was so impressed with Notre Dame, but also concerned with USC. Plus, Torres goes off on Arizona State's decision to put in a bowl ban days before the season. RIP Bob Barker (51:00: Finally, Aaron would be remiss if he didn't mention the passing of Bob Barker, discussing his legacy and famous sports cameo in "Happy Gilmore." Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have a LOADED Friday Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron discusses some college football camp intel including some concerning comments from Nick Saban about his quarterback spot, plus a preview of Week 0. Then it's hoops where we have a recruiting update on the No. 1 player in America Cooper Flagg, and we got some interesting news on next year's Gonzaga-Kentucky game. Finally, we wrap with Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong. CFB Camp Notes + Week 0 preview: Torres opens the show with an action-packed college football segment. He talks some camp notes, including some concerning words from Nick Saban on Alabama's QB race (2:00) + the ridiculous Maason Smith suspension at LSU (14:00). Then, he shares some Week 0 thoughts - including, with USC kicking off this weekend, how likely is it that Caleb Williams can win a second straight Heisman Trophy (18:00)? Cooper Flagg recruiting update + interesting twist on Kentucky-Gonzaga: Next Torres talks a little college hoops, as we got an update on the recruitment of the No. 1 player in America, Cooper Flagg (24:00). Also, he explains why Gonzaga-Kentucky being played in February is good for both schools, and college basketball as a whole (36:00) Right/Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps with his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong," including an NFL Draft pick he nailed, an NBA Draft pick he missed on, plus yet another wild, realignment rumor (42:00). Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres shares his most overrated and underrated teams in college football, before switching gears to some interesting comments from SEC commissioner Greg Sankey on the future of the playoff. Plus, Jim Harbaugh's suspension and an interesting recruiting note from the world of college football. College football's most overrated and underrated teams (2:00): Torres opens by sharing his most overrated and underrated teams heading into this college football season. Greg Sankey on the playoff + Harbaugh suspension (): From there, Aaron discusses some interesting comments from Greg Sankey on the future of the College Football Playoff and why Jim Harbaugh's suspension won't have the impact you think. Plus a very interesting recruiting note from the... class of 2026? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With football near, Torres drops another bonus episode, sharing his thoughts on the Big Ten East. Is Michigan really the favorite? Worries about Ohio State? Can Penn State surprise and more! Michigan (4:00) Ohio State (14:30) Penn State (26:00) Michigan State, Maryland, Rutgers, Indiana (34:00) Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Torres is back from vacation and ready for football! He discusses the wild Michael Oher story and shares some fall camp news and notes, with thoughts on Georgia naming a starter, Bama's QB conundrum and an important note from the Big Ten. Finally, a wild story from Louisville basketball - as the Cards best player leaves right before the season. Torres explains whose side he's on: Michael Oher story (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the wild Michael Oher story - why there are certain facts he finds hard to believe, and what Oher's real motive might be behind in calling out his former family. College football camp intel (20:00): From there, Torres rips through some of the biggest stories from fall camp in the last week. Georgia and Auburn have their QB's, and Alabama doesn't - Aaron explains why he isn't worried for the Tide. Also, an interesting narrative out of the Big Ten - does it spell doom for Ohio State? Five-star hoops recruit leaves Louisville weeks before the season - who's right and who's wrong (41:00)? Finally, Torres wraps with a wild story out of college hoops, where Louisville lost its top recruit right as classes begin. He explains why Kenny Payne has a right to be upset, and why he isn't sold this is the right decision for the player. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this third installment of the college football preview shows, Torres takes a look at the Pac-12 in its final season. Is USC a bona-fide contender for the playoff? What about Oregon and Washington? And how good will Colorado be in Year 1 under Deion Sanders? Here is the full rundown: USC (4:00) Oregon (15:30) Washington (23:00) Colorado (32:30) Utah (42:00) UCLA, Arizona, Oregon State, Arizona State, Washington State, Stanford, Cal (51:00) Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have another bonus episode - and after looking at the SEC East earlier in the week, it's time to turn our attention to the SEC West. Has LSU really surpassed Bama in this division? Could A&M be a surprise? Plus thoughts on everyone else in college football's toughest division. Here's the full rundown: Texas A&M (3:00) Alabama (12:00) LSU (19:00) Auburn (28:30) Ole Miss (34:00) Arkansas (41:00) Mississippi State (47:00) To download all episodes of "College Football Betting" click here Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Aaron on vacation, he has a bonus episode, previewing the SEC East. Torres picks over/under win totals for all seven teams in the league, explaining why he believes Kentucky will surprise, talks Georgia's chances to repeat and wonders what Tennessee's ceiling is with Joe Milton at quarterback. Plus, what to make of Florida and can Vandy surprise? Here's a full rundown: Kentucky (4:00) Vanderbilt (13:00) Georgia (16:00) Tennessee (24:00) Florida (31:00) South Carolina (38:00) Missouri (42:00) To download all episodes of "College Football Betting" click here Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Torres shares Part II of his "most intriguing college football storylines, including Alabama under the radar, Notre Dame with a real QB, and who's more likely to have a disappointing season Steve Sarkisian and Texas or Texas A&M and Jimbo Fisher. Speaking of which, Torres then does a deep dive on the Johnny Manziel documentary sharing his thoughts and wraps with another edition of "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" with his best and worst takes of the week! Here's a full rundown: College football's Most Intriguing Storylines Part II (2:00): After sharing Part I of his "Most Intriguing Storylines" on Monday, Torres drops Part II, including Alabama under the radar, Notre Dame with a real QB, and who's more likely to have a disappointing season Steve Sarkisian and Texas or Texas A&M and Jimbo Fisher? Johnny Manziel documentary review (22:00): Next up, Torres shares his thoughts on the Johnny Manziel documentary, including the best, most interesting and wildest stories from the movie. Also, why it was better than Torres expected Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (39:00): Finally, Aaron shares his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" - including thoughts on realignment, the first coaches poll and what he got dead wrong on Johnny Manziel. Plus, the biggest winner of summer football recruiting and a surprise winner in basketball as well. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Follow Aaron on Twitter Follow Aaron on Instagram Follow Aaron on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron shares his thoughts on the first coaches poll, then asks if the ACC is on the verge of collapse with news out this week. Finally, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey calls out the Big Ten - but is he right? Here are the full details: Reaction to the first coaches poll (3:00): Aaron opens the show by reacting to the first Coaches Poll of the season. What did voters get right and wrong? Also, who is the most underrated and overrated teams heading into the year? Is the ACC on the verge of collapse (23:00): Next, Torres talks the latest out of the ACC. There are whispers that Cal and Stanford want to join the league - but the bigger question is, how soon will Florida State leave? And what does that mean for the rest of the league? Greg Sankey calls out the Big Ten - but did he go too far? (36:00): Finally, Aaron reacts to Greg Sankey calling out the Big Ten for their role in the demise of the Pac-12 - but did he take it too far? Torres explains. Plus, a homework assignment for listeners of the Aaron Torres Pod! Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Torres opens the show by sharing the 5 most intriguing storylines heading into the college football season, then discusses realignment fallout and what's next for the remaining Pac-12 teams. Finally, UCLA hoops has gone on an international recruiting tear - is this the next big wave of college hoops recruiting? College football's most intriguing storylines Part 1 (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing college football's most intriguing storylines Part 1, including, what happens if Ohio State loses to Michigan again, Texas and Oklahoma's final year in the Big 12, and the one game that is absolutely must watch this season. The fallout from realignment - what's next for the "Pac-4": Next Aaron discusses the fallout from realignment, and what's next for the "Pac-4" - Oregon State, Washington State, Cal and Stanford. Can they survive? And could other schools like them get left out in the dark? UCLA's international recruiting tear: Finally, Torres reacts to UCLA hoops picking up a pair of international superstars this weekend, including one projected lottery pick. Is this the next big wave in college hoops recruiting? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres reacts to the bombshell news that Oregon and Washington are officially leaving for the Big Ten. He discusses how it went down, wades through the brief moment on Friday where we thought the Pac-12 could be saved. Plus, what's next for the remaining schools? Why the Pac-12 has no one to blame but itself. Plus, the positives and negatives of Oregon and Washington's move on them and college sports as a whole. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much is happening in the world of realignment that we had to do a quick, bonus Thursday episode of the show. Torres reacts to news that the Big Ten is now interested in poaching Oregon, Washington and maybe more from the Pac-12. Also, is Florida State wants out of the ACC - but can it happen? Here's a rundown of today's show: The Big Ten has reached out to Oregon and Washington (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the latest twist in realignment, as the Big Ten has now contacted some Pac-12 schools. Could Oregon and Washington (and maybe a few others) join the league? If so, how soon? And what are the potential roadblocks? Florida State wants out of the ACC (18:00): From there, Torres talks about Florida State again saying they want out of the ACC. Could it actually happen? As Torres explains... it's complicated. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres reacts to the Pac-12's disastrous Tuesday meeting - can they survive? And if not, how soon will the next team leave? Also, Kentucky added an international superstar, and Aaron has some thoughts: Pac-12 held its meeting Tuesday - but will it be enough to save the league (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the latest with the Pac-12. The commissioner finally presented a deal to the league's members on Tuesday, but is it enough to keep them together? If not, when does the next school leave? Kentucky adds an international superstar (18:00): Next up, Aaron discusses Kentucky adding international superstar Zvonimir Ivisic. How did this happen? How good can the Cats be? And why this is proof of John Calipari taking back his program and the narrative around it. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres has a major weekend realignment update, as the Big 12 continues to make moves. Plus, Auburn football is on a recruiting run - proof, Hugh Freeze was the right man for the job. Finally, Miami super booster John Ruiz is in BIG trouble: Weekend Big 12 realignment update (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the latest on the Big 12? Has a new favorite emerged for the 14th spot, and what does it mean for everyone else? Also, Torres points to the exact moment the Pac-12 made a mistake which might cost them their future Auburn football's insane recruiting run (21:00): From there, Torres talks about Auburn's insane recruiting run in football - that has landed them two five-stars in the past week. He also explains why its proof Hugh Freeze was the right man for the job John Ruiz in trouble (36:00): Finally, Torres has a troubling update on Miami super-booster John Ruiz, and explains why NIL isn't always as it appears Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Aaron shares what's for Oregon, Arizona, the Pac-12 and UConn - now that Colorado is in the Big 12. Then, former green beret, Texas star and Seattle Seahawk Nate Boyer joins to discuss his new show "Survive the Raft." Finally, we wrap with America's favorite podcast segment "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." What's the next big realignment move - now that Colorado is in the Big 12 (2:00): With Colorado officially in the Big 12, Aaron discusses the next big realignment move. What's next for Oregon, Arizona and UConn... and what's the next move for the Big 12? Also, can the Pac-12 survive? Military vet and former Seattle Seahawk Nate Boyer joins the show (25:00): Next up, Aaron has a very special guest - as former Army Green Beret and Seattle Seahawk Nate Boyer joins the show. Boyer talks about his new show "Survive the Raft" which debuts on Discovery this Sunday, plus his time playing for Mack Brown at Texas and Pete Carroll in the NFL. Right/Wrong (44:00): Finally, Aaron goes through his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this bonus episode, Aaron reacts to the news that Colorado is (unofficially) leaving the Pac-12 for the Big 12. Why did this happen (2:00)? Which school is next for the Big 12 (10:00)? And what does this mean for the future of the Pac-12 (17:00)? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Aaron reacts to the shocking Bronny James story, as well as Jim Harbaugh potentially looking at a four-game suspension to start the 2023 season. Is it fair or not? Also, Torres discusses Kansas and UNC setting a home-and-home, the loaded 2023 Maui Invitational field and an interesting recruiting rumor. Here is the full rundown: Bronny James (2:00): Aaron opens the show with quick reaction to the crazy Bronny James story, and the medical heroes who never get credit in moments like this one. Jim Harbaugh four-game suspension - is it fair (10:00)? From there, Torres switches gears to the biggest story in college football - Jim Harbaugh looking at a four-game suspension over... cheeseburgers? Torres dives in, discusses whether its fair or not and why the cover-up is always worse than the crime. Also, is this the push Harbaugh needs to leave Michigan for good to go to the NFL? UNC-Kansas set to play home-and-home, loaded Maui field, recruiting whispers (23:00): Finally, Torres closes the show with some college hoops news. UNC and Kansas set a home-and-home, in a piece of news that's great for college hoops. Also, the loaded 2023 Maui Invitational matchups are set, plus an interesting piece of recruiting news pops as well. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron reacts to Pac-12 Media Day, where the commissioner spoke - but does anyone believe him on the league's uncertain future? From there, Torres talks on the field predictions in the Pac-12, where the league is actually set to have its best season in years. Plus, did Caleb Williams tamper with a new teammate and UConn hoops is on a recruiting roll. Here's a full rundown of today's show: The Pac-12 commissioner discusses league's uncertain future (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the Pac-12 commissioner speaking about the league's uncertain future at Media Day on Friday. The commish painted a picture of confidence, and promised the league will stick together - but should we believe him? Other reaction to Pac-12 Media Day - how good can this league be (17:00)? From there, Torres actually talks the on-the-field Pac-12 football product, which should be as good as its been in years. USC is the favorite - but should they be? Oregon and Washington are coming off 10+ win seasons, and Torres buys one but not the other. Also, the one surprise pick that Torres has for this league. UConn hoops remains on a recruiting roll (38:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing UConn basketball on a recruiting roll, adding another big-time commit. More importantly, is this program about to take its recruiting to another level over the next year or two? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron has reactions from the second half of SEC Media Days, talking Lane Kiffin's wild NIL/portal comments, Nick Saban on his team + the latest twist in the Georgia vs. The AJC battle. Then, he asks - is there a new leader for top hoops prospect Cooper Flagg and he wraps with Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong with his best and worst takes on SEC Media Days, college hoops, Pitino and more SEC Media Days reaction Part II (2:00): For a second straight show, Torres reacts to the latest news at SEC Media Days. He discusses Lane Kiffin's wild NIL/portal comments, and what parts Kiffin got right and wrong. From there, he discusses Nick Saban's quiet confidence, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution firing the reporter that wrote the reports on Georgia football scandal. What does Torres make of this latest twist? Is there a new leader for hoops super prospect Cooper Flagg (29:00): From there, Torres switches gears and asks if a new leader has emerged for basketball super-prospect Cooper Flagg. Who is the school, and why that school - cough, the reigning national champion - could be in line for a historic recruiting run Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (42:00): Finally, Torres gives his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing SEC Media Days good and bad, the one college football program he might have been wrong on + Rick Pitino does it again, and more. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres talks the first two days of SEC Media Days, reacting to interesting comments from Jimbo Fisher, Brian Kelly and Kirby Smart. Then, Greg Sankey shares some interesting thoughts on SEC expansion and is the Pac-12 actually going to get good news? Finally, Brent Venables calls out Deion - who is right? SEC Media Days reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by talking SEC Media Days reaction, sharing thoughts on Jimbo Fisher's comments on Bobby Petrino, plus what Kirby Smart had to say about his team's arrests and Brian Kelly on LSU Greg Sankey on SEC expansion + good news for the Pac-12 (21:00): From there, Torres two more expansion and realignment stories. Greg Sankey had some interesting comments on SEC expansion - and Torres believes him. Also, reports are that the Pac-12 is set to get good news - should we believe them? Finally, Torres wraps by discussing Brent Venables calling out Deion Sanders - who's right and who's wrong on this one (40:00)? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Torres previews SEC Media Days with the biggest storylines in Nashville, then discusses all the WILD allegations in the Jeremy Pruitt/Tennessee/NCAA report. Finally, Kentucky absolutely dominated its foreign tour in Canada - is this team better than we thought? SEC Media Days preview (2:00): SEC Media Days starts today, and Torres opens by discussing the biggest storylines! Why Georgia has an uphill battle going for a three-peat, has LSU *really* surpassed Alabama in the SEC West and could A&M possibly be better than expected? Also who is the second best team in the SEC East? Torres has an answer that might surprise you. All the wild narratives from the Tennessee/Jeremy Pruitt case (29:00): From there Torres switches gears. On Friday the NCAA investigation into Jeremy Pruitt came out, and Torres has all the crazy details. Plus, was Tennessee's punishment fair or not? Kentucky hoops wraps its foreign tour in Canada undefeated (49:00): Finally, Kentucky hoops dominated the "Globl Jam" in Canada this weekend. Is this proof that the Wildcats might be better than many expected going into next year? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show Aaron discusses a fascinating new twist on Big 12 expansion - and what the next move might be. Also, Kentucky is 2-0 on a Summer Tour - could the Wildcats possibly be underrated? Plus a fun sitdown with Miami Heat forward and NBA Summer League breakout star Orlando Robinson. Here's a full rundown: Big 12 expansion takes an interesting new twist (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing an interesting new twist on Big 12 expansion. Commissioner Brett Yormark admits he wants wo more teams - who could they be? Kentucky basketball dominates its summer tour so far (19:00) Next up, Torres talks about Kentucky's dominant early start to their summer tour. What's gone right - and is this group underrated? Miami Heat forward Orlando Robinson joins the show (34:00): Finally, Torres is joined by Miami Heat forward and NBA SUmmer League breakout star Orlando Robinson. He talks about his unique path to the NBA, his rookie year, interactions with Erik Spoelstra - and what's gone right in Summer League so far. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Aaron dives into the Northwestern scandal and explains whether Pat Fitzgerald *actually* should've been fired. Then he hits on Bob Huggins latest refusal to leave West Virginia and Kirby Smart alks about Georgia's wild off-season - what did he say and can Georgia's problems be fixed? Here's a full rundown: Northwestern football scandal (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Northwestern's football scandal - and whether Pat Fitzgerald actually deserved to be fired based on the facts of the case Bob Huggins creates more drama at West Virginia (17:00): Next up Torres talks the Bob Huggins saga - which took a new twist Monday. You won't believe what Huggins is now saying. Kirby Smart speaks out about Georgia football's embarrassing off-season (28:00): Finally, Kirby Smart *finally* addressed Georgia's off-season - but is it too little, too late for the Dawgs coach? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's show, Torres discusses Victor Wembanyama's debut, the mess with Bob Huggins at West Virginia and shares some recruiting news and notes from Peach Jam on star players like Cooper Flagg, the Boozer brothers and more. Here's a full rundown of today's show: Thoughts on Victor Wembanyama's debut (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing his thoughts on Victor Wembanayama's debut, including the good, the bad and what needs work. Also, why Torres was more impressed than he expected. Bob Huggins creates a mess at West Virginia (14:00): From there, Torres switches gears and discusses the mess at West Virginia. Bob Huggins claims he never resigned and now wants his job back - there's no way he can get it... right? Peach Jam recruiting notes (29:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing the biggest recruiting notes from this week's "Peach Jam" event - the biggest AAU event on the circuit. He discusses whether Cooper Flagg is really a lock for Duke (and the one school that could steal him), thoughts on the Boozer twins, plus the top two players in the class of 2024, Tre Johnson and Dylan Harper are nearing commits. Where could they end up? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! To send in your questions - e-mail AaronTorresPodcastQuestions@Gmail.com DM on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres DM on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode Aaron answers your listener questions! Here is the rundown: College football's most overrated team (2:00) Is the best high school basketball player in America about to reclassify (13:00)? Is Kentucky basketball actually underrated going into next year (24:00)? Is Joey Chestnut an athlete (34:30)? Will UNLV ever be good at basketball again (39:00)? UConn recruiting (45:00)? To send in your questions - e-mail AaronTorresPodcastQuestions@Gmail.com DM on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres DM on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices