Morning Monster Podcast

Jacob Townsend is joined by former SEC on-field and replay official Gerald Hodges to talk about why ETSU was penalized for an illegal formation, Kansas/Missouri issue, and players spitting. Gerald joins the show each week courtesy of A.G. Heins Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about the health of David Sanders, how to stop Georgia, and a single transfer portal in college football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Jay Busbee about his new book, Iron in the Blood; the history of the Iron Bowl, great finishes, and history of the series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the differences in the start to the season for Florida and Alabama so far. Then, Jacob is joined by former SEC on-field and replay official Gerald Hodges to talk about why ETSU was penalized for an illegal formation, Kansas/Missouri issue, and players spitting. Gerald joins the show each week courtesy of A.G. Heins Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Jay Busbee about his new book, Iron in the Blood; the history of the Iron Bowl, great finishes, and history of the series. Then, Jacob talks with Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about the health of David Sanders, how to stop Georgia, and a single transfer portal in college football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his weekly update on his SEC Power Rankings. Then, he gives his take on the way certain AP voters voted this past week. Also, The Athletic had an article on Tuesday about who won the Tennessee/UCLA trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the trouble to kickoff the season for the SoCon against other FCS conferences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about Cam Ward's debut loss to the Broncos, the issues for Brian Callahan, getting set for the Rams, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by ESPN.com NFL writer Seth Wickersham to promote his new book, American Kings, about the quarterback position, they talk about John Elway, the Manning family, Aaron Rodgers, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about Cam Ward's debut loss to the Broncos, the issues for Brian Callahan, getting set for the Rams, and more. Then, they talk about Callahan's mismanagement in the Broncos loss. Finally, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about what the future is for Billy Napier at Florida. Then, they are joined by ESPN.com NFL writer Seth Wickersham to promote his new book, American Kings, about the quarterback position, they talk about John Elway, the Manning family, Aaron Rodgers, and more. Then, they talk about Steve Sarkisian's weird comments on Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about South Florida and Vanderbilt's position after two weeks in the AP Top 25. Then, they hit on Bill Belichick's ban on Patriots scouts at North Carolina and Mike Vrabel's rebuttal. Also, who should be the College Gameday guest picker at Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Jermod McCoy and Rickey Gibson injuries for Tennessee. Then, Jacob has Monday press conference sound from ETSU head coach Will Healy and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to recap his first game back at Neyland Stadium, Josh Heupel's offensive sloppiness comments, David Sanders' health, and look ahead to Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Denny Hamlin's win at Gateway, his ability to knock out all of the off track noise this season, standings heading into the elimination race at Bristol, the lawsuit that continues, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Bristol Motor Speedway president Jerry Caldwell about the upcoming fall race weekend, new Goodyear tires for BMS, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Volunteer head football coach Jeremy Wagner to talk about the fast start for the Falcons, how they've gotten to this point so soon, and what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 8, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Denny Hamlin's win at Gateway, his ability to knock out all of the off track noise this season, standings heading into the elimination race at Bristol, the lawsuit that continues, and more. Then, Jacob is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to recap his first game back at Neyland Stadium, Josh Heupel's offensive sloppiness comments, David Sanders' health, and look ahead to Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 8, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Phil Vittetoe, of sponsor of the show, The Trophy Shop, about Tennessee's win over ETSU and previewing the game against Georgia. Then, Jacob is joined by Bristol Motor Speedway president Jerry Caldwell about the upcoming fall race weekend, new Goodyear tires for BMS, and more. Then, Jacob talks about some of the other games of the college football weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 8, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee's performance in the ETSU game and the questions surrounding David Sanders' health. Then, Jacob talks about ETSU and the performance of the quarterbacks. Finally, Jacob is joined by Volunteer head football coach Jeremy Wagner to talk about the fast start for the Falcons, how they've gotten to this point so soon, and what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 8, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's win over ETSU. Then, he has postgame sound from ETSU head coach Will Healy and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks to Tennessee national champion head coach Phillip Fulmer looking back at when he was involved in starting back up the ETSU football program, why Carl Torbush, what made Randy Sanders successful, his thoughts on Joey Aguilar, Josh Heupel's success, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 5, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks to Tennessee national champion head coach Phillip Fulmer looking back at when he was involved in starting back up the ETSU football program, why Carl Torbush, what made Randy Sanders successful, his thoughts on Joey Aguilar, Josh Heupel's success, and more. Then, Jacob is joined by Dobyns-Bennett head football coach Joey Christian ahead of the Indians game against Gate City. Finally, Jacob gives his Pick 6 for the weekend and his final pick for ETSU/Tennessee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 5, 2025 Jacob Townsend previews the college football slate for the second weekend of the season. Then, he is joined by Gate City head coach Jeremy Houseright to preview the Blue Devils' game against Dobyns-Bennett in Kingsport tonight. Also, he is joined by West Ridge head coach Justin Hilton to preview their game on the road at Elizabethton on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 5, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his preview for the ETSU/Tennessee game on Saturday. Then, he is joined by Elizabethton head coach Shawn Witten to preview their game against West Ridge on Friday night and talk about his team after the first two weeks of the season. Also, Jacob previews the slate of high school games in the region tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 5, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about college football most likely heading to the one transfer portal period and NIL Go's first round of numbers. Then, he recaps the Eagles season-opening victory over the Cowboys. Also, Jacob talks about whether Tennessee's basketball fan base is the most tortured in college basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by former ETSU football coach and former Tennessee offensive coordinator Randy Sanders to talk about the Bucs and the Vols playing this weekend, his experience returning to UT in 2018, how he handled two quarterback situations, thoughts on Will Healy's program, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk to Lee Sterling, of Paramount Sports, to talk about the lines for the upcoming college football and NFL weekends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by ETSU Men's Soccer head coach Allen Vital to recap the loss at Longwood and preview their match at Gardner-Webb. Allen's appearance is sponsored by Brian Boatright Edward Jones Investments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 4, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk to Lee Sterling, of Paramount Sports, to talk about the lines for the upcoming college football and NFL weekends. Then, they are joined by former ETSU football coach and former Tennessee offensive coordinator Randy Sanders to talk about the Bucs and the Vols playing this weekend, his experience returning to UT in 2018, how he handled two quarterback situations, thoughts on Will Healy's program, and more. Finally, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 4, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about the NFL season getting kicked off tonight. Also, Jacob and Bud are joined by ETSU Men's Soccer head coach Allen Vital to recap the loss at Longwood and preview their match at Gardner-Webb. Allen's appearance is sponsored by Brian Boatright Edward Jones Investments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 4, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the latest article on Kalen DeBoer's status at Alabama. Then, the Texas at Ohio State earns the biggest rating in week one history. Also, they talk about Lou Holtz's latest comments about Ryan Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 4, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the judge denying the injunction for 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports. Then, he has sound from Bristol Motor Speedway president Jerry Caldwell and Speedway Motorsports Operations and Development Director Steve Swift talking about the leadup to the fall night race next week. Also, Jacob talks about Western Carolina being without their quarterback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by former SEC on-field and replay official, Gerald Hodges, to talk about the process of the catch in college football, as it came up on two plays in week one, if the college game is becoming too much like the NFL when it comes to some of the rules, conference official assignments in out of conference games, and his most memorable out of conference game that he officiated. Gerald joins the show each week, courtesy of A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk Tennessee's win over Syracuse, Joey Aguilar, running backs, offensive line, defensive injuries, previewing ETSU, recruiting, Rick Barnes lifetime contract, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the Kansas/Missouri rivalry being renewed and also comments between Dabo Swinney and Brian Kelly after their game in week one. Then, Jacob is joined by former SEC on-field and replay official, Gerald Hodges, to talk about the process of the catch in college football, as it came up on two plays in week one, if the college game is becoming too much like the NFL when it comes to some of the rules, conference official assignments in out of conference games, and his most memorable out of conference game that he officiated. Gerald joins the show each week, courtesy of A.G. Heins Company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his updated SEC Power Rankings following week one. Then, Jacob is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk Tennessee's win over Syracuse, Joey Aguilar, running backs, offensive line, defensive injuries, previewing ETSU, recruiting, Rick Barnes lifetime contract, and more. Also, another big college brand leaving Nike for Adidas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his reaction to the updated AP Top 25 following week one. Then, SP+ rankings have released the win expectancy numbers from week one and there is one game that sticks out in the difference between that number and the final score. Also, SP+ has a big jump when it comes to where ETSU is ranked among FCS teams and in the SoCon, also gives a projected margin for the game against Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the latest AP Top 25 rankings that were released on Tuesday. Then, ETSU enters the AFCA FCS Coaches Poll at number 24 on Tuesday, where does that put the Bucs in relation to other SoCon teams. Also, the SoCon and Atlantic Sun officially announce their challenge matchups for men's basketball this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about Cam Ward, Brian Callahan, expectations, Broncos and Bo Nix, and his upcoming travel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by former Tennessee quarterback and host of The Erik Ainge Show, Erik Ainge, to talk Joey Aguilar, Tennessee offense, running backs, offensive line, and what it is like to be a two QB system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about Cam Ward, Brian Callahan, expectations, Broncos and Bo Nix, and his upcoming travel. Then, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Bill Belichick's debut against TCU on Monday night. Then, they talk about Kalen DeBoer's future in Tuscaloosa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of September 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the college football weekend. Then, they are joined by former Tennessee quarterback and host of The Erik Ainge Show, Erik Ainge, to talk Joey Aguilar, Tennessee offense, running backs, offensive line, and what it is like to be a two QB system. Then, they talk about the plans for ETSU heading into week 2 against Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend has audio from Will Healy and Josh Heupel's Monday press conferences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to talk about Joey Aguilar, David Sanders, wide receivers, defense, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Chase Briscoe's win at Darlington, Darlington carnage, more with the court case, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of September 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Chase Briscoe's win at Darlington, Darlington carnage, more with the court case, and more. Then, Jacob is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to talk about Joey Aguilar, David Sanders, wide receivers, defense, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of September 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend goes through the Top 10 Things of College Football Week One. Then, recaps ETSU's victory over Murray State and looks at the numbers for Cade McNamara and Jacolby Criswell on Saturday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee's commanding win over Syracuse. Then, grades how Joey Aguilar did game one as quarterback. Also, Mike Keith's first game as the Voice of the Vols. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of September 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's win over Syracuse and ETSU's win over Murray State. Then, Jacob has sound from Josh Heupel and Will Healy following their week one wins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.