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BlueandGold.com (On3) beat writer Jack Soble provides insights into the Notre Dame men's basketball team and how things might play out against Missouri in the SEC/ACC Challenge in a way-to-early preview. The guys also host Soble during Quick Hits for a special edition of “Ken's Sports Shorts” before finishing out with a three-man show for the latest Tigers news. Intro 00:00:00-00:01:58 Jack Soble talks Mizzou-ND 00:01:58-00:30:11 Name that Mizzou FB player 00:30:12-00:43:29 Quick Hits 00:43:30-01:02:15

Missouri made another splash on the Class of 2026 recruiting trail, landing three-star tight end Isaac Jensen. The guys break down how the Tigers sealed the deal and what's next for Missouri on its red hot run on the recruiting trail. The show turns to more news in Quick Hits: Caleb Grill works out with the Warriors, men's basketball announces numbers and a new MBB rule change Jensen to Mizzou 00:00:00-00:20:39 Quick Hits 00:20:41-00:53:31

The guys dive into Jabari Brady's commitment to Missouri, what led to the Tigers staying at the top and what fans should expect from the wide receiver moving forward. MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis joins the show to break down how Sam Horn returned to MLB Draft prospect form and when the Tigers quarterback might hear his name called. The guys also conduct MLB All-Star Game ballots and finish the show with Quick Hits: Sean Weatherspoon, Ben Askren and ESPN FPI. Brady to Mizzou 00:00:00-00:14:30 MLB ASG picks 00:14:31-00:33:35 Jim Callis 00:33:36-00:50:20 Quick Hits 00:50:21-01:11:04

Jack, Kenny and Payton take a deep dive on the résumé of new Missouri men's basketball general manager Tim Fuller and how his background, relationships and rolodex can help elevate the Tigers' profile. The guys then pick the best names on the 2025 football roster with a Mount Rushmore before the show goes off the rails in Quick Hits: Softball additions, Caglianone robbed, kU's 2025 hoops schedule.

Payton breaks down Missouri men's basketball hiring Tim Fuller as its new general manager and gives a brief look at what it means for the Tigers. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Mizzou softball lands a mid-major transfer, Josh Manning emerging as a leader and Eli Drinkwitz is in the game.

Missouri announces its first three game times for the 2025 season, sparking conversation about the Kansas game. The guys conduct a Mount Rushmore of Tigers football helmets before closing the show with more Missouri news and laughs in Quick Hits.

Keenan Harris becomes the second commitment in the 2026 class for Missouri football, and the guys dive into what he brings to the fold, the meaning behind keeping a SLUH player in state and the latest names to know who could join the fold in 2026. The show closes with Quick Hits: Tamar Bates rises up draft boards, more end-of-year updates and a Mizzou alum wins the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile race. Harris to The Zou 00:00:00-00:17:28 Quick Hits 00:17:31-00:39:54

Jack, Kenny and Payton discuss the latest news on the Mizzou football front as the Tigers are on commit watch Friday with in-state linebacker Keenan Harris, a longtime target in the 2026 class. Plus, men's basketball has a new unconventional target and set its home opener against Howard. The guys pick their Mount Rushmores of 2024-25 Mizzou Sports Moments. The show closes Quick Hits: Another softball transfer, track accolades, Mizzou the center of the music scene. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:10 Latest on Keenan Harris 00:02:11-00:10:00 Hoops to start season in DC, new target 00:10:11-00:20:46 Mount Rushmore of Mizzou moments in 2024-24 00:20:47-00:47:10 Quick Hits 00:47:11-01:02:39

Missouri defensive line coach Al Davis announces his resignation, and Anthony Kennedy Jr. swiftly decommits from the Tigers. Jack, Kenny and Payton take a look at what Missouri loses in coaching and DL recruitment. The show closes Quick Hits: Softball takes a hit, a win for Journalism, new staff hire for men's basketball.

Jack breaks down four-star Class of 2026 guard JJ Andrews' commitment to Arkansas and which targets Mizzou is pursuing after missing on the 6-foot-7 guard, including forwards Ethan Taylor, Tristan Reed and Toni Bryant as well as guard Aidan Chronister who has an official visit locked in. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Jackson Cantwell makes his decision, Tamar Bates NBA Draft update, Luther Burden's first opponent in the pros.

Jack, Kenny and Payton break down Missouri baseball's first SEC win and series sweep over Texas A&M. The guys talk hoops, including Dickey Nutt returning to an assistant role for the men's basketball team and the Bowers vs. Carroll alumni game. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Luther Burden already needs a new number and other NFL numbers for former Missouri players. Mizzou baseball wins 00:00:00-00:09:45 Dickey Nutt is back for Mizzou hoops 00:09:46-00:14:15 Our thoughts on the Bowers vs. Carroll game 00:14:16-00:21:40 Quick Hits 00:21:41-00:41:57

Rock M Nation lead editor Karen Steger joins the show to discuss the future of Missouri gymnastics after a third-place finish in the NCAA Tournament as well as analyzing what went wrong with the softball program in 2025. The show closes with Quick Hits: Ahmad Hardy wants to keep his jersey clean, a new Pope, the guys figure out what Faurot Field's latest construction updates mean. Intro 00:00:00-00:01:45 Future of Mizzou gymnastics 00:01:46-00:24:11 How can MU softball bounce back? 00:24:12-00:44:45 Quick Hits 00:44:46-01:03:59

Jack, Kenny and Payton dive into the latest additions for the Tigers' football squad, including the commitment of Ohio defensive tackle Bralen Henderson and how he could impact the defensive line next season. Jack and Payton take a deep dive on news men's basketball addition, West Virginia guard Jayden Stone, breaking down his tape and projecting his role with the Tigers next season. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Sophie Cunningham's Fever debut, Kobe Brown shines in the playoffs, Jack and Payton's Mizzou Journalism botch. Intro 00:00:00-00:01:33 Latest football portal news 00:01:34-00:13:40 Jayden Stone transfers to Mizzou 00:13:41-00:26:47 Quick Hits 00:26:48-00:45:44

Jack, Kenny and Payton jump into a discussion on what Dennis Gates is looking for in his hire of a general manager. The guys give their thoughts on suggested candidates, what qualities the GM should have and how Mizzou could use famous alums as assistant GMs. Kenny gives the latest transfer portal updates for football and the guys discuss Gates hiring Steve Wright as an assistant before closing the show with Quick Hits: Judd finds a new home, Corey Flagg gets a minicamp invite and Payton is a big fan of Mizzou's way-too-early bracketology projection. Intro 00:00:00-00:01:50 Latest football news, Mizzou hires assistant 00:01:51-00:15:00 GM talk 00:15:01-00:35:16 Quick Hits 00:35:17-00:51:35

Pro Football Network and Windy City Gridiron's Jacob Infante joins the show again to discuss what he saw at the NFL Draft and how former Mizzou players fit with their new teams. Jack, Kenny and Payton also talk about a transfer visitor for the start of the week before ending the show with more Draft, transfer and Hall of Fame news in Quick Hits.

Iowa transfer tight end Gavin Hoffman joins the guys to discuss his decision to commit to Missouri, his relationship with Eli Drinkwitz and much more. Jack, Kenny and Payton also analyze how the offensive line will look after the addition of Florida State transfer Jaylen Early before recapping other portal notes from the week. The show closes with more Tigers news in Quick Hits. Mizzou portal news 00:00:00-00:26:10 Gavin Hoffman 00:26:11-00:42:16 Quick Hits 00:42:17-01:02:06

Jack and Payton dive into the latest additions for Mizzou football in transfers Gavin Hoffman & Xavier Loyd and four-star QB Gavin Sidwar, touch on a few upcoming football portal visitors and a few hoops targets who came off the board before touching on Mizzou gymnastics' third-place performance in the Final Four. Pro Football Network and Windy City Gridiron draft analyst Jacob Infante joins the show for the annual Unwritten Rule NFL mock Draft, giving his insight into where former Missouri Tigers Armand Membou and Luther Burden III will be selected. The show finishes with more Mizzou news and a woeful quiz performance in Quick Hits. New football additions 00:00:00-00:20:15 Gymnastics finishes third in Final Four 00:20:16-00:26:12 Unwritten Mock Draft 00:26:13-01:11:44 Quick Hits 01:11:45-01:32:18

Former Mizzou guard Kareem Rush joins the show to relive his favorite memories in Columbia, NBA and beyond, while also diving into his post-career entrepreneurships and new bourbon, Black Gold Bourbon of Educated Spirits. The guys also discuss the latest transfer portal updates for football and men's basketball before finishing the program with more news in Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Latest football MBB transfer news 00:02:01-00:24:26 Kareem Rush 00:24:27-00:52:18 Quick Hits 00:52:19-01:15:10

Kenny and Payton dive into the expectations and role of Missouri's latest portal addition: Arizona State center Shawn Phillips Jr. The guys also look at Peyton Marshall's portal entry and the latest connections to the Tigers before evaluating football positions that recently lost depth to the portal. The show closes with more Missouri sports news in Quick Hits. Phillips to Mizzou 00:00:00-00:10:36 Other names to know in portal 00:10:37-00:13:37 Football offseason news 00:13:38-00:21:58 Peyton Marshall enters portal 00:21:59-00:27:42 Quick Hits 00:27:43-00:47:05

Payton and Kenny discuss what UCLA transfer guard Sebastian Mack will bring to Missouri, including notes and stories from his high school coach. The guys also talk about other recruits off the board, other linked targets and Josh Gray entering the transfer portal. Jack joins the show for Quick Hits to discuss men's and women's basketball, football and gymnastics. Mack to Mizzou 00:00:00-00:10:04 Kyan Evans picks UNC, plus Josh Gray hits the portal 00:10:05-00:15:00 Other targets off the board 00:15:01-00:24:00 Quick Hits 00:24:01-00:57:49

Jack and Payton discuss Mizzou men's hoops' latest addition in the transfer portal, Oklahoma center Luke Northweather, what he offers and what the Tigers still need in the portal. The guys discuss a new name to Mizzou's portal shortlist and others who came off the board and what it means for the Tigers after Marcus Allen entered the transfer portal. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Mizzou gym still rolling, the latest on Luther in the draft and Final Four talk. Northweather to the Zou 00:00:00-00:07:40 Marcus Allen enters the portal 00:07:41-00:12:50 New player on Mizzou's shortlist 00:12:51-00:18:12 Quick Hits 00:18:13-00:32:57

With more targets coming off the board, Jack, Kenny and Payton take a look at the top guards currently available and linked to Missouri. The guys also talk about the possibility of going after Jayden Quaintance again before bidding farewell to Drew Pyne and discussing the commitment of D'Montae Tims. The show closes with more Tigers new in Quick Hits. Top guards on Mizzou's radar 00:00:00-00:16:25 Latest on Jayden Quaintance 00:16:26-00:24:50 More transfers to watch 00:24:51-00:28:15 Commit, Drew Pyne news 00:28:16-00:36:59 Quick Hits 00:37:00-00:51:47

Kenny and Payton dive into the latest recruits linked to the Tigers in the transfer portal, picking the best three uncommitted players to fill the final roster spots. The guys then close with women's basketball and NCAA Tournament news in Quick Hits.

Kenny and Payton dive into the possible roles for Loyola Marymount transfer and Columbia (Mo.) Tolton Catholic product Jevon Porter, the younger brother of Michael Porter Jr. and Jontay Porter. The guys also discuss the departure of Aidan Shaw and who the Tigers contacted in the portal this past week before answering two questions from the mailbag. The show closes with gymnastics news in Quick Hits.

Jack, Kenny and Payton preview what to expect from Missouri men's basketball in the NCAA Transfer Portal, which opens Monday. The guys also discuss new roster rules for the upcoming season. The show closes Quick Hits: Mizzou gymnastics is elite, Tigers knock of No. 1 in softball, Mizzou Pro Day news.

Jack and Payton recap Missouri's final game of the 2024-25 season, falling to Drake, while discussing what went wrong, the feelings around the season as a whole and what's next for the program. Jack and Kenny close out the show with more Missouri news in Quick Hits.

In a special edition of The Unwritten Rule, Jack, Kenny and Payton give their keys to a victory for Mizzou against Drake in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The show then pivots to women's basketball to discuss the hiring of former Tennessee coach Kellie Harper.

Jack and Payton break down Mizzou's path in the NCAA Tournament after the Tigers got a No. 6 seed on Selection Sunday. The guys discuss Mizzou's first-round matchup against Drake, a possible second-round game against Texas Tech and the entire East region plus some games to watch elsewhere in the tournament. The show closes with Quick Hits.

Jack and Payton are live in Nashville for the SEC Tournament to recap Missouri's win over Mississippi State in the second round. The guys give their thoughts on the Tigers' top performers, what went well and what Mizzou still needs to improve to get more wins in the postseason. Jack and Payton take stock of Mizzou's chances against Florida in the quarterfinals, what a win and a loss would mean for the Tigers NCAA Tournament seeding and who has to step up should Mark Mitchell be ruled out for the game. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Nick Bolton back with KC, Mizzou hoops racks up SEC awards and college basketball rocks.

Kenny and Payton recap the final game of Missouri's regular season and discuss what went wrong defensively for the Tigers in the final stretch of conference play. The guys then analyze the team's path in the SEC tournament and possible matchups. The show closes with a women's basketball update in Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Kentucky recap 00:02:01-00:12:32 SEC Tournament outlook 00:12:33-00:18:30 Quick Hits 00:18:31-00:36:43

Jack, Kenny and Payton also discuss how the rest of the season may look for Missouri men's basketball, with a regular-season finale against Kentucky likely affecting the seeding in the SEC Tournament. Pro Football Network and Windy City Gridiron analyst Jacob Infante joins the show to recap his time at the NFL Scouting Combine and what he saw from Luther Burden III, Brady Cook, Armand Membou and Theo Wease Jr. The guys chat about former Mizzou football players during Quick Hits.

Jack and Payton recap and discuss the big takeaways from Missouri's 97-93 loss to Vanderbilt, what has to be fixed on defense and what the defeat means for the Tigers' NCAA Tournament chances. Harper College women's basketball coach and longtime Mizzou fan Mari Neberieza joins the show to evaluate candidates for Mizzou's soon-to-be-open women's basketball head coach job, plus her take on the Vanderbilt game. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Auburn wins the SEC, Tigers kill the NFL Combine, Mizzou bracketology. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:50 Vanderbilt recap 00:02:50-00:24:53 Mizzou WBB coaching candidates W/ Mari Neberieza 00:24:54-01:14:22 Quick Hits 01:14-23-01:40:46

Kenny and Payton recap Mizzou men's basketball's dominant victory over South Carolina on Tuesday and discuss the strength of the Tigers' bench. The show continues with a preview of Missouri's upcoming game against Vanderbilt and the race for an SEC Tournament top-four seed before discussing Mizzou women's basketball head coach Robin Pingeton's announcement that she'll be stepping down at the end of the season. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Anthony Robinson's draft hopes and Mizzou football's spring schedule. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:30 South Carolina recap 00:02:31-00:09:54 Mizzou's top-4 opportunity 00:09:55-00:23:20 Pingeton to step down 00:23:21-00:27:10 Quick Hits 00:21:11-00:44:33

Jack, Kenny and Payton identify what went wrong for Missouri, including Tigers turnovers, paint defense and shot efficiency in their 92-85 road loss to Arkansas. The guys then discuss what to expect in the Tigers' next games against South Carolina. The show closes with Quick Hits: Kenny aces trivia, Membou moving up and Illinois gets mauled. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:10 Mizzou-Arkansas recap 00:02:11-00:17:45 What Tigers can learn from latest loss 00:17:45-00:23:00 South Carolina preview 00:23:01-00:30:15 Quick Hits 00:30:16-00:57:05

Jack, Kenny and Payton recap Missouri men's basketball's empathic victory over Alabama and discuss how Tigers will finish regular-season play. The guys also take a look at Mizzou's updated resumé, predict its ceiling in the postseason and preview Saturday's game against Arkansas. The show closes with Quick Hits: Caleb Grill Legal Clinic, correcting the Tamar Bates narrative and our MLB preview. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Alabama recap 00:02:01-00:27:00 Mizzou's ceiling, Arkansas preview 00:27:01-00:40:00 Quick Hits 00:40:01-01:03:00

Jack and Payton take a deep dive on No. 21 Missouri's road win over Georgia. The show starts with their takes on the game's key moments, including the Tigers' second-half surge fueled by Anthony Robinson and Mark Mitchell and how Mizzou was able to lock down the Bulldogs on their home court. The show continues with an outlook on the Tigers' final six SEC games and a preview of their marquee matchup vs. No. 2 Alabama. The show finishes with Quick Hits: Ronnie DeGray's heroics, hockey fights, Kansas still stinks and Illinois' botched banner reveal. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:15 Mizzou vs. Georgia recap 00:02:16-00:23:01 Alabama preview, rest of season outlook 00:23:02-00:38:53 Quick Hits 00:38:54-01:07:57

Jack, Kenny and Payton preview Missouri men's basketball's road game against Georgia on Saturday after the Tigers snapped a two-game losing streak with a win over Oklahoma. The guys discuss the latest in Mizzou football and baseball in Quick Hits.

Jack and Payton recap Mizzou's heartbreaking 67-64 loss to Texas A&M, giving their takes on the final sequence leading to the Aggies game-winning shot, the Tigers struggles in the paint, Dennis Gates' lineups, what's next for Anthony Robinson and Trent Pierce after lackluster performances and positive takeaways from the narrow defeat. The guys preview Mizzou's matchup against Oklahoma and the show finishes with Quick Hits, a Kenny cameo and a Super Bowl recap. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Texas A&M recap 00:02:01-00:34:15 Oklahoma preview 00:34:16-00:42:31 Quick Hits 00:42:32-01:02:49

Jack, Kenny and Payton take a look at the back half of the Missouri men's basketball SEC schedule to predict how the Tigers finish. The show starts with a recap of the Tigers' frustrating loss to Tennessee and continues with preview a ranked matchup against Texas A&M. The show closes quick hits and Super Bowl picks. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:33 Tennessee recap 00:02:34-00:27:00 Texas A&M preview 00:27:01-00:33:48 Mizzou SEC predictions 00:33:49-00:39:27 Quick Hits 00:39:28-00:58:27 Join us on Underdog using our code RULE https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-aD2ME7MEoj #UnderdogPartner

Jack, Kenny and Payton recap a historic road victory for Missouri over Mississippi State before jumping into how the Tigers can match a victory at Tennessee. The guys then take a look at East-West Shrine Bowl results for Brady Cook and Johnny Walker Jr., Sophie Cunningham finds a new home and the Luke to the Lakers trade during Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Mississippi State recap 00:02:01-00:27:57 Tennessee preview 00:27:58-00:34:55 Quick Hits: 00:34:56-00:53:49 Join us on Underdog using our code RULE https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-aD2ME7MEoj

Jack, Kenny and Payton preview Missouri against Mississippi State, diving into the Bulldogs' strengths and weaknesses and how the Tigers matchup up. The guys also discuss under-the-radar defenders for Mizzou and which players can be X-factors as the Tigers hunt for an upset. The show closes with Quick Hits and an update from the Senior Bowl. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:15 Mizzou vs. Mississippi State preview 00:02:16-00:26:10 Underdog picks: Duke vs. UNC 00:26:11-00:31:03 Quick Hits 00:31:04-00:45:32

Jack, Kenny and Payton recap Missouri's bounce-back win over Mississippi to stay a perfect 15-0 at home this season. The guys go into detail on how impressive Tamar Bates and Caleb Grill have been in conference play. The show closes with news regarding Tigers at the pro level in Quick Hits.

Jack, Kenny and Payton recap Missouri's first loss as a ranked team and second defeat in SEC play to Texas. The show starts with a look at Mizzou's struggles on the offensive glass and how Texas slowed down the Tigers' pace. The guys take a look ahead to how Mizzou can respond in a matchup against No. 22 Ole Miss on Saturday. The show finishes with Quick Hits and NFL Championship picks. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:30 How Mizzou lost to Texas 00:02:31-00:24:50 Ole Miss up next 00:24:51-00:33:18 Quick Hits 00:33:19-00:55:11

Jack, Kenny, and Payton recap a beatdown from Missouri against rival Arkansas in front of a sellout crowd. The guys discuss Mizzou's multifaceted offense, how the Tigers continue to hound teams on the perimeter, and Dennis Gates' strong culture in Year 3. The show continues with a look ahead to Mizzou's trip to Texas and a strong Tournament resumé intact after a 4-1 start in the SEC. The show finishes with Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:30 Mizzou dominates Arkansas 00:02:31-00:16:15 Dennis Gates is building a program 00:16:16-00:24:30 Can Tigers get a road win at Texas? 00:24:31-00:34:22 Quick Hits 00:34:23-00:55:01

Jack and Payton how Missouri pulled off its epic win over No. 5 Florida and how it changes the outlook of Mizzou's season before jumping into a weekend preview for rival Arkansas. Jack and Kenny dive into the latest portal addition, Georgia transfer Damon Wilson II. The show closes with more Mizzou news in Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:30 Mizzou stuns Florida 00:02:31-00:27:24 What it means, Arkansas preview 00:27:25-00:39:27 Damon Wilson commits to Mizzou 00:39:28-00:54:45 Quick Hits 00:54:46-01:14:49

Jack, Kenny and Payton recap a weekend of Missouri basketball, with the Tigers winning their second SEC game and previewing this week's action against Florida. The guys also look at a hypothetical of who would win in a game featuring the 2022-23 Tigers against the 2024-25 Tigers. The show takes a spin in the transfer portal before closing with Quick Hits.

Kenny and Payton recap the Tigers' first win in conference play since March 2023 and what it means moving forward this season. The guys also discuss the Vanderbilt game, updates from Mizzou signees at the Navy All-American Bowl and postseason football awards.

Jack, Kenny and Payton assess the Tigers' most recent transfer portal additions in Stephen Hall and Jalen Catalon. The guys also recap Missouri's SEC opener against Auburn and discuss what the team needs to do to beat LSU. The show closes with Tigers in the NFL. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 Tigers add Stephen Hall 00:02:01-00:13:00 Is Jalen Catalon Mizzou's biggest addition? 00:13:01-00:19:15 Tigers fall to Auburn 00:19:16-00:32:18 Mizzou vs. LSU preview 00:32:19-00:40:11 Quick hits 00:40:12-00:59:23

Jack, Kenny and Payton take a look at Missouri's SEC schedule, starting with its season opener Saturday on the road against Auburn. The guys discuss players who surprised this season and others who could excel in conference play. The show takes a look at football players declaring for the NFL Draft before closing out with Quick Hits. Intro 00:00:00-00:00:38 Non-conference standouts 00:00:39-00:11:00 Auburn preview 00:11:01-00:20:00 SEC predictions 00:20:21-00:26:15 NFL Draft declarations 00:26:16-00:32:40 Quick Hits 00:32:41-00:52:16

Jack, Kenny and Payton discuss the reported departure of co-defensive coordinator DJ Smith and the Tigers' latest transfer addition, West Virginia offensive tackle Johnny Williams IV. The show switches to hoops and which Mizzou stats should be leaned on during SEC play. Iowa beat writer Eliot Clough joins the program to preview the Music City Bowl. The show wraps up with Tigers in the NFL and Connor Bazelak's legacy. Intro 00:00:00-00:02:00 DJ Smith 00:02:01-00:09:45 Johnny Williams IV to the Zou 00:09:46-00:16:00 MU men's hoops stats watch 00:16:01-00:33:41 Music City Bowl preview 00:33:42-00:58:29 Quick hits, Music City bowl picks 00:58:30-01:19:16

Kenny and Payton break down Missouri position groups on the unofficial team depth chart for the Music City Bowl against Iowa. The guys close the show with a look at former Tigers in the NBA and NFL.