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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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    1: Hour 3: Turron Davenport; Weekend Winners (6-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 38:34


    ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter Turron Davenport joins to talk all things Titans and NFL offseason.  Who on the Titans, other than Cam Ward, do we think could take a big step this season?  We have our final Weekend Winners of the season as we decide the competition and wrap up the week!

    Hour 2: Jared Stillman; Jeff Fisher; Rob Rant (6-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 42:25


    Jared Stillman from Stillman & Company hops on for his weekly visit as we talk all things Nashville sports.  We react to Stilly and talk a little more about the Saros contract.  The Nashville Kats are in the playoffs on Sunday, and Jeff Fisher joins the guys to discuss that matchup and share some thoughts on the Titans and Cam Ward.  Robby has the Rob Rant to close out the hour.

    Hour 1: Pacers Force a Game 7; The Cost of Fandom (6-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 43:15


    Robby and Joe begin Friday's show with Robby's critique of the movie Office Space.  The Pacers beat OKC in Game 6 to force a Game 7 in the NBA Finals.  How are we feeling about Indiana's chances?  We get into some NHL offseason news and notes.  We discuss a new article about the Cost of Fandom right now and how much financial commitment goes into attending games and trying to watch them all.

    11: Hour 3; Charles Robinson ( Yahoo reporter), NFL and NBA franchises, NFC top teams (6-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 41:31


    We started by talking with Charles Robinson and talked about the importance of draft picks in the NBA and NFL. Then we talked top teams in the NFC besides the Eagles and finished with Jaiere Alexander joining the Ravens. We then reacted to everything said and finished the hour with more Haula talk. 

    10: Hour 2; REX RANT, John McClain (houstontexans.com reporter) Joins us with Texans talk, The top teams in the AFC,

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 44:29


    We start hour 2 with John McClain joining the show, talking about the Texans, and finishing off with the AFC South talk. We then talk about the top teams in the AFC and who could emerge from there. We finish off with Rex rant about the WNBA.

    9: Hour 1; Nashville Predators acquisitions coming up, CFB playoff voting, best and worst of sports (6-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 40:46


    We start the show by talking about upcoming things that the Predators will do and Haula returning to the Predators. We then talk about the CFB playoff voting upcoming with the Big 10 and the SEC. We then finish the hour with the best and worst of sports. 

    8: Hour 3; Florida Panthers and Mcdavid, Mia O'Brien (1010 XL) about Travis Hunter, Jaguars and AFC South

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 37:17


    We start the hour with talking about the repeat by Florida Panthers and then get into Connor McDavis and the Oilers. We then talk with Mia O'Brien from 1010 XL about the Jaguars and Travis Hunter. We finish with talking about the Jaguars and the entire AFC South

    7: Hour 2; REX RANT, Alex Daugherty (The Tennessean) talks Predators and we react to that, Cam Ward expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 41:34


    We start with talking to Alex Daugherty about the Nashville Predators and how to get the team back to contention and. We then get into Cam Ward and what his expectations are with the Titans. We finish off with the Rex Rant about NBA and WNBA Officials

    6: Hour 1; Stanley Cup Recap, Roman Josi health, Predators needs (06-18-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 42:00


    We start the show by recapping how the Stanley Cup Finals went, with Florida winning. We then get into Roman Josi, how his season ended, and what his health looks like moving forward. We finish off the hour with how the predators can get back to a contending status and what that will look like.

    5: Hour 3: Stephen Holder, Diego Pavia, Final Thoughts (06-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 38:50


    In the third hour, Stephen Holder joins the show to discuss the Indianapolis Colts, the QB situation in Indy, and Cam Ward. Robby and Rexrode then react to Diego Pavia's comments and what Pavia means to Nashville and Vanderbilt Football.

    4: Hour 2: Preds, Shawn Roarke from NHL.com, Rex Rant (06-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 42:20


    In the second hour, Robby and Rexrode discuss hockey and what the Preds will do or could do. Shawn Roarke from NHL.com joined the show to give his perspective on the Stanley Cup and the Preds. The hour ends with the Rex Rant.

    3: Hour 1: Game 5 NBA Finals, Arkansas No-Hitter in CWS, Cam War Docuseries (06-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 41:26


    In the first hour, Robby and Rexrode open the show with OKC's NBA Finals Game 5 win and performances by Jalen Millen and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The guys recap Gage Wood's no-hitter in the CWS against Murray St, the first no-hitter in the CWS since 1960. The hour ends with news of a docuseries about Cam Ward and his journey to the NFL via Tubi.

    Hour 3: Cory Curtis; Hot Seat Meter (6-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 41:29


    Cory Curtis from News 2 joins Robby and Joe for his weekly visit to talk all things Titans, and we ask him our Hot Seat question of the day.  How likely would the Titans be to make a change, and how much patience will they show given they have a rookie at QB?  We get back into the phones about our question of the day.  We wrap up with some final Titans thoughts, and the NBA Finals resume tonight.

    Hour 2: AFC South Outlook; CFB Transfer; Rob Rant (6-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 43:48


    As we head into the NFL offseason, Robby and Joe take a look at the AFC South.  How do we feel about the projection of the teams in the division, and how does that compare to last season?  Houston is the clear #1, but are the Titans 2nd?  How much are ownership and QB issues plaguing some of the teams?  We get into some latest news in college football as there seems to be some momentum gaining about the transfer portal window.  We finish up the hour with the Rob Rant.

    Hour 1: Weekend Reaction; Hot Seat; Titans Offensive PPG (6-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 48:09


    Robby Stanley and Joe Rexrode open up the show on Monday with reaction to the busy weekend of sports and the NBA Finals resuming tonight.  We get into our big topic of the day: who is more on the hot seat heading into next season, Brian Callahan or Andrew Brunette?  We head to the phones.  Can the Titans hit at least 20 points per game on offense this season?

    2: Hour 3: Turron Davenport, Weekend Winners (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 41:22


    Joe and Jake talk to ESPN's Turron Davenport about all things Titans and give you this weekends best bets

    1: Hour 2: Jared Stillman, Zakai Ziegler Denied a 5th Year of Eligibility, Rex Rant (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 42:11


    Joe and Jake are joined by Jared Stillman for his weekly visit, discuss Tennessee PG Zakai Ziegler's court injunction denied, and Joe gives the Rex Rant

    Hour 1: Are You Impressed With Cam Ward's Confidence? Bryce Oliver Turning Heads (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 45:29


    Joe Rexrode and Jake Lyman discuss Cam Ward's comments yesterday and how you should feel about his confidence, and discuss the possibility of Bryce Oliver making the roster

    Hour 3: Charles Robinson, Game 4 of the Stanley Cup (06-12-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 41:34


    Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports joins Robby and Joe and break down Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals

    Hour 2: Cam Ward vs Jeffery Simmons Practice Scuffle, John Glennon, Rex Rant (06-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 44:14


    Robby and Joe discuss Cam Ward and Jeffery Simmons butting heads, are joined by John Glennon of the Nashville Post, and Joe Rexrode gives his rant

    Hour 1: Is Xavier Restrepo Set for this Roster? Best and Worst in Sports (06-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 44:17


    Robby and Joe discuss John Fassel's comments on Xavier Restrepo as a special teamer and take you through the best and worst in sports

    Hour 3: Paul Kuharsky (06-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 43:57


    Paul Kuharky joins Robby and Joe live in studio to discuss the Titans Mandatory Mini-Camp

    Hour 2: Tyjae Spears Development, College Basketball Rule Changes, PK Rant (06-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 40:53


    Robby and Joe discuss the personal development of RB Tyjae Spears, break down the new college basketball rules, and Paul Kuharsky has a rant

    Hour 1: Jeffery Simmons' Personal Decision, Cam Ward Earns More Reps (06-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 44:31


    Robby and Joe discuss Jeffery Simmons' comments at Titans Mandatory Mini-camp and Brian Callahan's high praise on Cam Ward

    Hour 3: NCAA House Settlement, Blake Toppmeyer, Which sport to invest in? (06-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 43:13


    In the third hour, Robby and Rexrode recap the NCAA House Settlement news and are joined by Blake Toppmeyer, a college football insider from USA TODAY. They discuss the idea that it's not perfect, but it's better than before. Toppmeyer brings insight from both the university's and donors' perspectives on what the settlement means for today's college football.

    Hour 2: Justin Melo, Preds Drafting, Rex Rant (06-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 43:25


    In the second hour, Justin Melo from the Titans of the South joins the show and talks Titans off-season news and previews the upcoming season. Robby and Rexrode get into the Preds' situation when it comes to drafting. The hour ends with the Rex Rant.

    Hour 1: Game 3 of NHL FINALS, NCAA House Settlement (06-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 45:01


    In the first hour, Robby and Rexrode recap the 6-1 Game 3 NHL Finals, in which the Panthers defeated the Oilers. The guys also discuss potential free agency targets for the Preds. They discuss the House Settlement news in more detail and address comments. Should the NCAA adopt the MLB luxury tax model?

    Hour 3: Cory Curtis, Vols Fall to Razorbacks, NHL Finals(06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 42:44


    In Hour 3, Cory Curtis joins the show where he talks about Vols Baseball, Tennessee Titans, and more. The guys recap the Super Regionals of the CWS and the Finals of both the NBA and NHL.

    Hour 2: NCAA vs. House Settlement News, NFL Headlines, Rob Rant(06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 45:08


    In the second hour. Robby and Rexrode recap the House Settlement news over the weekend, where roster limits for certain college sports have been finalized, as well as revenue sharing. NFL headlines include the Texans adding Nick Chubb and the Packers moving on from Jaire Alexander. The hour ends with the Rob Rant.

    Hour 1: Vols lose in Super Regionals, NBA & NHL Finals (06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 44:47


    In the first hour, Robby and Rexrode discuss the Vols losing to the Razorbacks in the Super Regionals. They also talk about the comparison between the Vols and Dores baseball programs. The call line gets shot in the first hour when it comes to college baseball within the state of Tennessee. The guys then recap both the NBA and NHL Finals that occurred over the weekend. 

    Hour 3: Turron Davenport and Titans; Weekend Winners (6-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 41:12


    ESPN NFL Nation Titans Reporter Turron Davenport joins the show for his weekly visit to talk all things Titans camp and NFL.  We react to our conversation with TD, and what do we make of the WR room right now?  We have our Weekend Winners segment as the competition is heating up.  We close out the week with your texts and Joe yelling about the NBA.

    Hour 2: Jared Stillman; NBA Thoughts; CFB Recruiting Story; Rex Rant (6-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 40:08


    Jared Stillman from Stillman & Company hops on the show for his weekly visit to talk all things Nashville sports, and he and Joe yell at each other about the NBA.  We get more into the NBA and Joe gets mad at the text line.  We found a funny CFB recruiting story involving the Vols, Kiffin, and Pruitt.  We close out the hour with the Rex Rant.

    Hour 1: NBA Finals; Rodgers signs with Steelers (6-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 43:19


    Robby and Joe open the show Friday with reaction to the Pacers' Game One comeback win over the Thunder.  What could this mean for the rest of the series?  Joe is mad at people who say the NBA stinks right now.  Aaron Rodgers finally signs with the Steelers.  Does that actually make them contenders?  We take your phones.

    Hour 3; Charles Robinson (Yahoo NFL); Reacts to Robinson; Packers WR room and Will Levis; (06-05-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 43:55


    Charles Robinson joins the show and talks all things NFL. Packers WR room and more Levis talk. We get into the backup quarterbacks in the NFL. After they react and talk about all of that and wrap up the show.

    Hour 2; Vince Goodwill (Yahoo NBA) finals game 1; Louis Reddick on Cam ward; Rob Rant (06-05-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 39:17


    In this hour, they reacted to Louis Reddick on Cam Ward. We then get into the run game's importance this year. We then hosted Vince Goodwill from Yahoo NBA, and then finished off with the Rex rant about Vanderbilt Baseball

    Hour 1: NHL Playoffs; Jeffery Simmons absent from OTAs; Best and worst of sports (06-05-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 42:17


    We start the first hour with a recap of game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs and then discuss the Predators' upcoming draft. We then discuss Simmons's absence from OTAs and finish the hour with the best and worst of sports.

    Hour 3: Titans OTAs, Edge Rusher depth, Cam Ward Progression with Paul Kuharsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 40:36


    We talk about wrap-ups from Titans OTAs, talking about the edge rusher position and the end of the 90-man roster with Paul Kuharsky. We also talk about Cam Ward progressing with the wide receivers

    Hour 2: Calvin Ridley and Cam ward, Titans OTAs, REX RANT (06-04-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 40:51


    We get into more talk about Ridley and Ward's connection during the OTAs. We then get into OTAs' talk with some other skill positions. We finish the hour with the Rex rant. 

    Hour 1: Titans OTAs, Vanderbilt vs Alabama football rematch, T'Vondre Sweat and his progression (06-04-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 45:29


    We start the show with some trash talk from Alabama to Vanderbilt about their next meeting. We then talk about the O-Line and how T'Vondre Sweat and the pass rush will look next year, and how the Titans are prepping for the upcoming year

    Hour 3: Tennessee vs Arkansas in Super Regional, Dan Rosen (06-03-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 41:01


    In the third hour, Robby and Rexrode go more in-depth on Tennessee's regional win and the future Super Regional matchup with Arkansas. Dan Rosen joins the show to give his perspective on the NHL Finals and the Preds.

    Hour 2: Titans OTAs, Luke Altmyer and Tennessee, Rex Rant (06-03-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 40:52


    In the second hour, the guys dicuss Titans OTAs and the fans' approach to Cam Ward. Robby and Rexrode discuss Luke Altmyer's comments on why he stayed with Illinois and Tennessee's perspective on it. The hour ends with the Rex Rant.

    Hour 1: Tennessee Advances to Super Regionals, Titans OTAs, Titans Buy or Sell (06-03-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 45:42


    In the first hour, Robby and Rexrode talk CWS in Tennessee advancing to the Super Regionals and will take on Arkansas this weekend. The guys then discuss Titans OTAs and play buy or sell.

    Hour 3: Cory Curtis, Vanderbilt Baseball, Titans RB Addition (06-02-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 41:49


    In Hour 3, Cory Curtis joins Robby and Rexrode and discusses Vanderbilt Baseball and Titans OTAs. The guys talk more about Vanderbilt Baseball. The show ends with their final thoughts and Titans news of a new RB.

    Hour 2: Titans OTAs, Knicks vs Pacers, Gentry Estes, Rex Rant (06-02-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 43:52


    In the second hour, Robby and Rexrode discuss Titans OTAs and the Backup QB market. Pacers defeated the Knicks and will take on the Thunder in the NBA Finals starting this Thursday. Gentry Estes from the Tennessean joined the show to discuss Vanderbilt Baseball. The hour ends with the Rex Rant.

    Hour 1: Vanderbilt Baseball loses as No. 1 Overall Seed in CWS, Tim Corbin's Postgame Interview, CWS Regionals (06-02-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 41:01


    In the first hour, Robby and Rexrode discuss Vanderbilt's tough weekend in their regional. The guys also react to the Head Coach, Tim Corbin's, postgame interview after the Louisville loss on Saturday. What is the future of Vanderbilt Baseball and Tim Corbin? Will there be any other upsets as the Regionals end tonight?

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