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Subscribe for all the Nashville sports coverage from Morning Drive! Start your morning the right way with sports and a few laughs from Morning Drive, hosted by Braden Gall and Derrick Mason. Weekdays, 6-10 am, on ESPN 102.5 The Game.

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    325: Hour 3: Cory Curtis News 2 and Titans Loss to Texans (11-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 38:39


    Cory Curtis from News 2 joins the show for his weekly visit to share thoughts on the Titans' loss to Houston.  Interim HC Mike McCoy was asked about the lack of aggression on 4th down.  We head back to your phones.  It's been three years since the Titans won at Green Bay on TNF.  We discuss more about the performance of J.C. Latham and his penalties in the game.  We wrap up the show with your final phones.

    324: Hour 2: More reaction to Titans' Loss; CFB Weekend; Rob Rant (11-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 41:28


    We begin the 2nd hour with more reaction to the Titans and take your phones.  How much faith should we have in the front office for the team to get the draft right?  What about the trajectory of Ward thus far?  Should the Titans look at the scouting department?  We react to the busy weekend of college football and the latest on the CFP for Vandy.  Robby has the Rob Rant to close out the hour.

    323: Hour 1: Titans Fall to Texans, 16-13

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 43:58


    Another busy Monday reacting to the latest loss from the Titans after losing 16-13 to the Houston Texans.  Felt like another game where the Titans found a way to lose.  DL Jeffery Simmons shared some frustration after the game.  OL J.C. Latham had four penalties in the game.  Will Latham ever play up to his draft position?  We take your phones.

    322: Hour 3: Turron Davenport Interview; Pigskin Pick 'Em; (11-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 40:21


    ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter Turron Davenport joins the show for his weekly visit, breaking down all things Titans vs Texans.  Do we feel like Amani Hooker has lived up to his contract extension this season?  We pick some games on Pigskin Pick 'Em.  We wrap up the week with your final phones.

    321: Hour 2: Titans and Ward 2nd Half; Vandy Hoops; Rob Rant (11-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 38:30


    We continue our conversation on the Titans and what we want to see from the team and Ward in the 2nd half of the season.  Vanderbilt hoops is off to a solid start, but the coaches want to see more fans in the building.  Joe has some idea about that.  Plus, Joe gets mad at fans for talking smack about Memorial Gym.  Robby has the Rob Rant to close out the hour.

    320: Hour 1: Patriots AFC Contenders?; Titans vs Texans and Ward 2nd Half (11-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 45:17


    Closing out the week with another busy show.  The Patriots took down the Jets on TNF last night.  Are the Pats AFC contenders?  The Titans are back in action this week vs Houston.  Texans QB C.J. Stroud has been ruled out, and Davis Mills is set to get the start.  Titans QB Cam Ward talked this week about what he focused on during the week off.  Which improvements would we like to see from Ward in the 2nd half of the season?

    319: Hour 3: Charles Robinson Interview; NFL News and Notes (11-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 40:51


    Charles Robinson from Yahoo Sports hops on the show for his weekly visit to discuss all things NFL.  What does he think about the future of Matt LaFleur?  What about the latest drama with A.J. Brown and the Eagles?  We react to what Charles had to say, and wrap up with your final phones.

    318: Hour 2: Titans TV Footprint; Blake Toppmeyer Interview; Rex Rant (11-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 41:58


    The Titans are back in action this weekend vs Houston following the bye week.  The TV footprint for this game is extremely small and does not include Knoxville or Memphis.  How much is that a troubling sign for the team?  We take your phones.  Blake Toppmeyer from USA Today joins the show to help break down the latest from the CFP.  Joe has the Rex Rant.

    317: Hour 1: Vols Outlook at QB; Steve Layman Interview; Best & Worst In Sports (11-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 44:34


    Robby and Joe begin talking about the Vols.  How should they handle the QB position the rest of the season?  How much should they consider next season, and who might get some extra playing time down the stretch?  Who is the favorite to be next year's starter?  Steve Layman from NC5 joins the show live from Sweden as the Nashville Predators get ready for the Global Series this weekend.  We close out the hour with the Best and Worst in Sports This Week.

    316: Hour 3: Paul Kuharsky in Studio Talking Titans (11-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 37:08


    Paul Kuharsky from paulkuharsky.com joins the show in studio for the final hour.  PK gives us a legal update on DB L'Jarius Sneed.  What were Paul's thoughts on the press conference from Mike Borgonzi following the trade deadline?  What is the #1 thing we want to see from Cam Ward in the 2nd half of the season?  We talk a little too much about the draft, and take your phones.

    315: Hour 2: Latest Rankings for College Football Playoff; Rex Rant (11-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 43:00


    The latest rankings for the college football playoff came out last night.  Is the committee still disrespecting Vanderbilt by ranking them #14?  Does Notre Dame have a better resume?  We take your phones.  Could Ole Miss win the national championship?  Paul Kuharsky hops in studio with the guys.  Joe has the Rex Rant.

    314: Hour 1: Titans Return to Practice and State of the Roster (11-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 42:15


    The TN Titans return to practice this week after having the past weekend off.  Moving forward, which players should the team try to build around?  Should they consider giving OL Peter Skoronski a long-term deal this offseason?  How are we feeling about the development of Cam Ward halfway through the season?  We take your phones.  Some news in the AFC South as Travis Hunter is out for the season.  Will Hunter live up to his draft selection?

    313: Hour 3: David Ubben Interview; CFP and Vandy; NFL Thoughts (11-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 41:15


    David Ubben from The Athletic joins the show to share his perspective on the upcoming CFP rankings tonight.  What should Vandy be rooting for to make the playoff?  We continue some of the Vandy talk and take your phones.  We get back into the NFL news after the Giants fired HC Brian Daboll.  What does it mean for the coaching carousel?

    312: Hour 2: Preds Continue to Struggle; Rob Rant (11-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 43:30


    The Nashville Predators dropped another game last night losing to the Rangers, 6-3.  How are we feeling about the team as they head to Sweden for the Global Series?  Should they consider trading Juuse Saros if the price is right?  What does the future look like for HC Andrew Brunette, and would making a change help anything at this point?  What about GM Barry Trotz and the state of the roster?  We take your phones.  Robby has the Rob Rant.

    311: Hour 1: NFL News and Notes and Coaching Changes (11-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 43:05


    We begin Tuesday's show with reaction to the Eagles' MNF win over the Packers.  The Giants fired HC Brian Daboll as another rookie QB loses a HC in the middle of the season.  What does this mean for the coaching carousel?  Who will have the biggest say when it comes to the next head coach of the Titans, Brinker or Borgonzi?  We head to your phones.

    310: Hour 3: Cory Curtis Interview; Alex Daugherty Interview (11-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 42:23


    Cory Curtis from News 2 joins the show for his weekly visit to share his thoughts on the busy weekend of NFL action and the Vandy win over Auburn.  Should Pavia be in the mention for the Heisman race?  Alex Daugherty from The Tennessean hops on to discuss the latest with the Nashville Predators before the team heads overseas.  We close out the show with your phones.

    309: Hour 2: NFL Weekend and QB Class Update; Rex Rant (11-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 41:45


    After the weekend of NFL action, Mike Vrabel and the Patriots continue to play well after taking down Tampa Bay.  Who is the favorite in the AFC right now?  We get back into the weekend of NFL action and take your phones.  How did the upcoming QB draft class look this week?  Is Mendoza from Indiana the clear-cut #1 pick?  Joe has the Rex Rant to close out the hour.

    308: Hour 1: Weekend Reaction; Vandy Survives Auburn, Latest on CFP (11-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 43:00


    Although the Titans were off this week, it was a busy weekend in the NFL that saw the Titans back in line for the 1st overall pick in the draft.  We react to the weekend of action and take your phones.  Vanderbilt got the OT win over Auburn to keep its playoff hopes alive.  What did we make of the game and performance from Diego Pavia?  We take more phones.  Plus, the latest updates on the CFP outlook.

    307: Hour 3: Turron Davenport Interview; Titans Talk and Pigskin Pick 'Em (11-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 40:05


    ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter Turron Davenport hops on with the guys for his weekly visit to discuss all things Titans.  We get into some of the latest on the coaching search.  It's time to pick some games on Pigskin Pick 'Em.  We close out the week with your final phones.

    306: Hour 2: Preds Fall to Flyers; Rex Rant (11-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 41:37


    The Nashville Predators lost to the Flyers last night, 3-1.  Forward Ryan O'Reilly was hard on himself after the game.  How worrisome are the offensive struggles for the team right now?  How do we think HC Andrew Brunette has handled the season early on thus far?  We take your phones.  Joe has the Rex Rant to close out the hour. 

    305: Hour 1: Latest on the CFB Coaching Carousel; Titans Off Week (11-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 44:17


    We begin Friday's show talking some college football and the latest in the coaching carousel.  Who do we think Penn St. might try to hire, and could Josh Heupel or Clark Lea be a fit?  Are Vols' fans starting to sour on Heupel?  Would Clark Lea leave Vandy?  Question for Vandy fans, would you rather make the CFP and lose Clark Lea, or miss the CFP and keep him?  The Titans are off this week. How excited are fans to not have to watch?

    304: Hour 3: Charles Robinson Interview and Reaction (11-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 41:35


    Yahoo NFL Insider Charles Robinson joins the show for his weekly visit.  We get his thoughts on the busy week of the trade deadline in the NFL.  Does he think the Titans could've gotten a haul for Jeffery Simmons?  Are the Colts contenders in the AFC?  We react to some of what Charles had to say, and wrap up the show with your final phones.

    303: Hour 2: CFP and Vandy Outlook; Andrew Brunette Interview; Rex Rant (11-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 40:00


    After the initial CFP rankings came out this week, do we think Vanderbilt will make the playoff with a 10-2 record?  How much help would they need?  What are the outlooks for some of the other SEC teams?  We transition to some hockey talk as Preds HC Andrew Brunette calls into the show.  Joe has the Rex Rant of the day.

    302: Hour 1: Mike Borgonzi Presser Reaction; Best and Worst This Week (11-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 42:23


    Robby and Joe begin the program with the latest on the Titans after GM Mike Borgonzi spoke to the media yesterday.  Borgonzi shared a little update on the coaching search and what they value.  He talked about trading Javis Brownlee and the culture of the team right now.  What about the roles for Borgonzi and Brinker in the current structure?  We have the Best and Worst in Sports This Week.

    301: Hour 3: Paul Kuharsky in Studio Talking Titans and NFL (11-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 39:48


    Paul Kuharsky from Paul Kuharsky dot com is in studio with Joe for the remainder of the show.  Should the Titans have tried to make more moves?  Did they do the right thing in keeping Simmons?  We head to your phones.  What do we make of the outlook for the Colts rest of the season after landing Sauce Gardner?  We close out with more phones.

    300: Hour 2: Titans and Trade Deadline; Rex Rant (11-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 38:11


    We continue the discussion on the Titans and NFL trade deadline.  What do we make of the rumors that the Titans were hesitant to make trades with Mike Vrabel and New England?  We head to your phones.  Paul Kuharsky from PaulKuharsky.com joins in studio for his weekly visit.  Joe has the Rex Rant to close out the hour.

    299: Hour 1: Reaction to the NFL Trade Deadline; CFP Rankings (11-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 42:39


    Joe Rexrode begins the show with the latest on the Titans and NFL trade deadline.  The Titans didn't make as many moves as speculated.  The Colts feel like they are all in this season after acquiring Sauce Gardner from the Jets.  Do we think that was a smart move for Indy?  The Titans only moved edge Dre'Mont Jones.  Do we think Dallas reached out to the Titans about Jeffery Simmons?  We take some phones.  Joe shared his thoughts on the 1st edition of the CFP rankings.

    298: Hour 3: NFL Trade Deadline and State of the Titans (11-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 36:37


    We get back into the Titans and NFL as today is trade deadline day.  As the team hits the off week, we ask fans for a 'vibe check' around the team.  Is everyone still tuned in every week?  Is the team at risk of losing fans for the long term after the recent struggles?  We take your phones and complaints about ownership as we close out the show.

    297: Hour 2: Preds Fall to Vancouver in OT; Vols Under Heupel; Rob Rant (11-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 36:54


    The Nashville Predators saw the comeback fall short last night, losing in OT to Vancouver 5-4.  How are we feeling about the recent play of the team?  Steven Stamkos continues to struggle.  How can the team get him back on track?  Should they consider trading Stamkos?  We take some phones.  The 1st CFP rankings come out tonight.  How are fans feeling about the direction of the Vols under Josh Heupel?  Robby has the Rob Rant to close out the hour.

    296: Hour 1: NFL Trade Deadline and Latest on Titans (11-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 39:49


    Today is the trade deadline in the NFL as teams make moves for the stretch run.  It was reported last night that the Titans are trading edge rusher Dre'Mont Jones to the Ravens in exchange for a conditional 5th-round pick.  What do we make of the move?  Are there any other players we could foresee getting traded today?  The Cowboys acquire LB Wilson from Cincy.  We head to your phones.  What is the future of T'Vondre Sweat?  Plus, we get into the latest news and notes regarding the coaching search.

    295: Hour 3: Cory Curtis Interview; Titans Loss to Chargers (11-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 38:59


    Cory Curtis from News 2 joins the show for his weekly visit to help break down what he saw from the Titans in the loss to L.A.  We head to your phones.  The offense continues to struggle, only putting up 6 points.  Just how long is the rebuild going to take given the roster right now?  What about the lack of big plays on offense?

    294: Hour 2: Vols and Vandy Both Lose; Rex Rant (11-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 40:47


    The Vols dropped a tough one to Oklahoma, making UT a long shot to make the college football playoff.  Joey Aguilar had a couple of rough turnovers.  What does it mean for the future of the program under Josh Heupel?  What will the QB situation look like next season?  Vanderbilt also dropped its game at Texas on Saturday, giving the Dores two losses on the season.  What does the loss mean for the playoff?  We close out the hour with the Rex Rant.

    293: Hour 1: Tough Weekend of Football; Titans Fall to Chargers (11-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 42:01


    It was a rough weekend of local football as the Titans, Vols, and Vandy all lost.  The Titans were able to cover the 9.5-point spread, but still couldn't score an offensive touchdown.  What did we think of the performance from Cam Ward this week?  How many more roster moves could take place before the trade deadline tomorrow?  We take your phones.  HC Mike McCoy addressed the short-yard wildcat play after the game.

    292: Turron Davenport (10-31-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 12:08


    291: Hour 3: Turron Davenport joins the show + Pigskin Pick'em + Show Wrap | NFL (10-31-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 38:49


    Turron Davenport joins Robby and Rex to talk Titans ahead of Sunday's game. Then the guys do their PigSkin Pick'em for football games this weekend.   

    290: Adam Sparks (10-31-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 13:20


    Knoxville News Sentinel's Adams Sparks joined the show and shared his thoughts on Tennessee vs Oklahoma. Can the Vols keep their playoff hopes alive? Listen to hear more,

    289: Hour 2: Vandy's CFB Playoff Chances, What Teams Get In, Adam Sparks (10-31-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 40:43


    In the second hour of Robby & Rexrode, Vandy heads to Austin, Texas, to take on the #20-ranked Texas Longhorns. How does Vandy match up in their game on Saturday? Later in the hour, Knoxville News Sentinel's Adams Sparks joined the show and shared his thoughts on Tennessee vs Oklahoma. Can the Vols keep their playoff hopes alive? Listen to hear more,

    288: Hour 1: Are the Ravens back? & Lack of Titans Wins, Is Amy Done Firing (10-31-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 40:55


    In the first hour of Robby & Rexorde, Robby & Joe recapped the Thursday Night Football performance from the Ravens and the Return of Lamar Jackson. Are the Ravens back? Is the lack of winning hurting Cam Ward's potential? Is Amy Adams Strunk finished with firing players?

    287: Charles Robinson (10-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 29:22


    Charles Robinson joined Robby & Rexrode and discussed the possibility of Jeffery Simmons being traded. Later in the conversation, Charles shared his thoughts about the rest of the NFL. Listen to hear more.

    286: Hour 3: Charles Robinson, Reacting to Charles, Phones (10-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 41:36


    In the final hour of Robby & Rexrode, the guys chatted with Charles Robinson about the possibility of Jeffery Simmons being traded. Later in the conversation, Charles shared his thoughts about the rest of the NFL. Listen to hear more.

    285: Derek Mackenzie (10-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 7:21


    Nashville Predators Assistant coach Derek Mackenzie joined the show ahead of their game this evening in Philadelphia. Derek spoke on the success with the penalty kill and what he's seen out of Luke Evangelista and Jonathan Marchessault. Listen to hear more.

    284: Hour 2: Jeffery Simmons Trade Value, Derek Mackenzie, Rex Rant (10-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 37:43


    In the second hour of Robby & Rexrode, Titans Jeffery Simmons still makes headlines when it comes to trade options in the NFL for the Titans. Robby mentioned the Titans might need to listen to trade offers for Simmons. What is Simmons' trade value? Let us know. Later in the hour, Nashville Predators Assistant coach Derek Mackenzie joined the show ahead of their game this evening in Philadelphia. Derek spoke on the success with the penalty kill and what he's seen out of Luke Evangelista and Jonathan Marchessault. Listen to hear more. To end the hour, Joe shared his Rex Rant about Carli Irsay Gordon, complementing her efforts as an owner who is invested. What does that mean for the Titans?

    283: Hour 1: CFB Chaos, College Football HC Vacancies, Best & Worst in Sports (10-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 42:45


    In the first hour of Robby & Rexrode, the guys opened up with the recent news in college football regarding the next head coach to be hired for LSU. Where will Lane Kiffin coach next? Will he stay at Ole Miss? To end the hour, Robby and Joe shared their best and worst moments in sports. 

    282: Hour 3: Paul Kuharsky in Studio Talking Titans (10-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 39:17


    Paul Kuharsky from PaulKuharsky.com is in studio with Robby and Joe for the final hour discussing all things Titans.  What did PK think of the McCreary trade, and do we foresee any more moves before the deadline?  The Titans have extended some contracts for asst coaches.  We take your phones.  Do we think the Titans will be able to properly develop Ward or will he have to find success with another team?  Will the Titans win another game this season? 

    281: Hour 2: Preds Fall to Tampa Bay and Lack of Offense; Rex Rant (10-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 37:58


    The Nashville Predators dropped the final game of the home stand to TBL last night.  How worrisome is that lack of offense for the team right now?  Will they be able to get that back on track?  What about the PP, and how can they get that going?  They still are not getting a huge impact from Steven Stamkos or the center position.  We take your phones.  Paul Kuharsky joins the guys in studio.  Joe has the Rex Rant of the day.

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