Morning Monster Podcast

Jacob Townsend is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to talk about a few plays from the first round of the College Football Playoff and a couple of NFL games from the weekend. Gerald's appearance is courtesy of A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about who was the Tennessee Sportsperson of the Year, what Tennessee will do at the quarterback position in the transfer portal, Music City Bowl preview, awkwardness with Jim Knowles, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ESPN's David Hale's article about the 25 most college football things to happen in the last 25 years. Then, Jacob is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to talk about a few plays from the first round of the College Football Playoff and a couple of NFL games from the weekend. Gerald's appearance is courtesy of A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, Jacob talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about who was the Tennessee Sportsperson of the Year, what Tennessee will do at the quarterback position in the transfer portal, Music City Bowl preview, awkwardness with Jim Knowles, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Brooks Koepka leaving LIV Golf. Then, Jacob updates the Michigan coaching search as now a new name has been thrown into consideration, as the search hits two weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about who is the Tennessee Sportsperson of the Year for the Vols. Then, he talks about who it is for ETSU, as well. Also, Don Helman joins Jacob from the newsroom to talk about who it should be for ETSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans win over the Chiefs, first win of the season at Nissan Stadium, his thoughts on the first round of the CFP, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans win over the Chiefs, first win of the season at Nissan Stadium, his thoughts on the first round of the CFP, and more. Then, they talk about Bobby Petrino heading to North Carolina as offensive coordinator. Also, it is time for birthdays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about the Notre Dame/USC rivalry taking a pause. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about what to do with the group of 5 in the College Football Playoff. Then, they talk about an interaction Bud had while getting breakfast Tuesday morning. Also, they discuss Philip Rivers' second start for the Colts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU head football coach Will Healy announcing that Jacolby Criswell is working towards another year of eligibility for the Bucs. Then, he has sound from Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell after their win over Southern Indiana. Also, Jacob talks about the Notre Dame and USC series coming to an end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with former Tennessee offensive lineman Brad Lampley, and member of Music City Bowl board, to talk about Tennessee going back to Nashville, future of the game, future of bowl games, what else will be happening around the game, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with former Tennessee offensive lineman Brad Lampley, and member of Music City Bowl board, to talk about Tennessee going back to Nashville, future of the game, future of bowl games, what else will be happening around the game, and more. Then, Jacob talks about the quarterbacks who are going into the transfer portal and whether or not any of them are possible Tennessee targets. Also, he talks about Tennessee running back Peyton Lewis going into the transfer portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about whether or not faith has been restored in Alabama after their win over Oklahoma. Then, Jacob goes through the history of college football's postseason when it comes to blowouts. Also, he recaps ETSU's loss to Jacksonville State and where the Bucs go from here as they head into SoCon play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the first round of the College Football Playoff, specifically Alabama and Miami's wins. Then, Jacob talks about whether or not there should be a place for the Group of 5 in the future of the College Football Playoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps the first round of the College Football Playoff. Then, he has postgame sound from ETSU men's basketball head coach Brooks Savage after their loss to Jacksonville State. Also, he has postgame sound from Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes after their win over Gardner-Webb.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the Bucs loss at North Carolina, Brayden Crump's status, Jacksonville State, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 19, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the Bucs loss at North Carolina, Brayden Crump's status, Jacksonville State, and more. Then, Jacob talks about ETSU's 2026 football schedule. Also, he gives his CFP predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 19, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his College Football Playoff quarterback rankings. Then, Jacob runs through what the talking points would be on Monday if certain things happen this weekend in the first round of the College Football Playoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 19, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his College Football Playoff head coaches rankings. Then, he talks about Nick Saban's comments on Thursday comparing James Madison to a AAA team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 19, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the weekend's CFP first round games. Then, he has postgame sound from ETSU women's basketball head coach Brenda Mock Brown after their win over Gardner-Webb. Also, he has sound from Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel as he spoke to the media on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Lee Sterling, of Paramount Sports, to get his handicap of the Music City and Reliaquest Bowls, as well as first round CFP games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Lee Sterling, of Paramount Sports, to get his handicap of the Music City and Reliaquest Bowls, as well as first round CFP games. Then, Jacob gets Bud's CFP bracket prediction. Finally, it's time for birthdays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about the College Football Playoff changes moving into 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about how many teams actually could win the national championship. Then, they talk about the ACC going to a nine-game schedule for most of their teams in 2026 and almost all of their teams in 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee quarterback Jake Merklinger going into the transfer portal. Then, Jacob talks about the reported changes to the College Football Playoff in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to talk about officiating assignments for bowl games, his history officiating bowl games, and working with Gary Danielson. Gerald's appearance each week is sponsored by A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about the hiring of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator, his style, coaching staff, Legend Bey, Joey Aguilar, basketball win over Louisville, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee letting Legend Bey out of his signing and the future for Joey Aguilar. Then, Jacob is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to talk about officiating assignments for bowl games, his history officiating bowl games, and working with Gary Danielson. Gerald's appearance each week is sponsored by A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, Jacob talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about the hiring of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator, his style, coaching staff, Legend Bey, Joey Aguilar, basketball win over Louisville, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU's loss at North Carolina. Then, Tennessee blows away Louisville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend has Brooks Savage's postgame interview after the Bucs loss at North Carolina. Then, he has the postgame presser from Rick Barnes following their win over Louisville. Also, Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar speaks to the media about his future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans loss at the 49ers, getting ready for the Chiefs, the College Football Playoff, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with former Tennessee head coach, North Carolina basketball player, and ETSU assistant coach Buzz Peterson as the Bucs get set to travel to Chapel Hill tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans loss at the 49ers, getting ready for the Chiefs, the College Football Playoff, and more. Then, they talk about Diego Pavia's reaction to losing out on the Heisman Trophy. Also, it is time for birthdays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with former Tennessee head coach, North Carolina basketball player, and ETSU assistant coach Buzz Peterson as the Bucs get set to travel to Chapel Hill tonight. They then talk about FOX Sports college football analyst Joel Klatt's comments on the CFP compared to the NCAA Tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Kalen DeBoer's response to the questions about his future at Alabama. Then, they talk about Patrick Mahomes' injury that will now keep him out the rest of the season and the future for the Chiefs. Also, they are joined by Dr. Ralph Mills, of Buc Sports Medicine, to talk about the recovery for Mahomes and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Jeremy Pruitt getting his injunction and Cam Aiken leaving for James Madison. Then, he has Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes speaking to the media prior to their game against Louisville. Also, he talks about what David Cutcliffe had to say about new Tennessee defensive coordinator. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Sportsline on December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Jeremy Pruitt getting an injunction against his NCAA show cause penalty. Then, he talks about Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer saying he is sticking with the Crimson Tide and what that could turn the Michigan search into. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Sportsline on December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with a couple of callers to start off the second hour. Then, he talks about where 2024 Tennessee would rank among teams in this year's College Football Playoff. Also, he goes through some background into D.J. Lagway's decision to enter the transfer portal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sportsline Hour 1 of December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about DJ Lagway and other college football quarterbacks deciding to go into the transfer portal on Monday. Then, Jacob updates the situation with now former ETSU offensive coordinator Cam Aiken and his new gig at James Madison, as well as his interim job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about the settlement between NASCAR and 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports, what it means for the sport, winners/losers, Richard Childress, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about the settlement between NASCAR and 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports, what it means for the sport, winners/losers, Richard Childress, and more. Then, Jacob talks about Patrick Mahomes' injury and the Chiefs being eliminated from playoff contention, as well as what it means for the AFC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Diego Pavia's reaction to losing out on the Heisman with callers. Then, he talks about where Michigan goes in their coaching search and Kalen DeBoer saying he's not interested. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU offensive coordinator Cam Aiken leaving for James Madison and where ETSU turns in their search to replace him. Then, he talks about Tennessee giving contract extensions to some assistants late last week, but not all. Also, he talks about Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman Trophy and how Diego Pavia handled it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU's loss at Austin Peay on Friday night. Then, he has ETSU head coach Brooks Savage's postgame interview. Also, Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell spoke to the media after their win over Winthrop on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball head coach Brooks Savage about their wins last week over South Alabama and Tusculum, Maki Johnson, Cam Morris and Blake Barkley's status, Austin Peay preview, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 12, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball head coach Brooks Savage about their wins last week over South Alabama and Tusculum, Maki Johnson, Cam Morris and Blake Barkley's status, Austin Peay preview, and more. Then, Jacob previews the matchup for the Bucs at Austin Peay. Also, Jacob talks about Rye Cove getting set to play for the Class 1 State Championship for Virginia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 12, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, Jacob updates the Sherrone Moore situation after being fired by Michigan on Wednesday and awaiting arraignment after his arrest. Then, Jacob talks about the settlement between NASCAR, 23XI, and Front Row Motorsports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 12, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the release of Tennessee's 2026 schedule. Then, he dives into the full 2026 SEC schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 12, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the contract figures that have been released for new Tennessee defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. Then, Jacob has ETSU women's basketball coach Brenda Mock Brown's postgame interview after their win over UNC Asheville. Also, Jacob talks about Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell declaring for the NFL Draft and opting out of the Music City Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.