Morning Monster Podcast

Hour 4 of August 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss Ole Miss' NIL Collective director saying they brought the FBI in to check for bugs. Then, they go over the NFL and Disney apparel collaboration. Also, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss a fire at the radio station on Monday. Then, they discuss what Lane Kiffin and LSU are doing with the eligibility of former professionals. Also, they go over Will Wade and RJ Luis getting his injunction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss Faizon Brandon being named starter for Tennessee on Monday. Then, they talk about who is best set for success in their first year as a starter, Faizon at Tennessee or Keelon Russell at Alabama. Also, they discuss Bill Meade's retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Faizon Brandon being named starter for Tennessee over George MacIntyre. Then, he has sound from ETSU head coach Will Healy and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel from their Monday press conferences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Kevin Marshall, of FCS Nation, to preview the SoCon, Tennessee Tech, ETSU, Mercer, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Sportsline on August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about what is coming up in FBS this weekend in Week 0. Then, Jacob talks with Kevin Marshall, of FCS Nation, to preview the SoCon, Tennessee Tech, ETSU, Mercer, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Sportsline on August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the ETSU quarterback situation. Then, he has sound from ETSU head coach Will Healy and Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Sportsline on August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Faizon Brandon being named the starter for Tennessee. Then, he looks back at history of freshmen quarterbacks for Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second hour of Bill Meade's final Sportsline on Friday, August 21, 2026. Bill Meade discusses things that have happened in sports over his 36 years hosting Sportsline. Also, he says final goodbyes and thank yous for his over three decades hosting the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first hour of Bill Meade's final Sportsline on Friday, August 21, 2026. Bill discusses another change in lawsuits involving college athletics. Then, he makes the announcement about it being his final show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Ryan Blaney's win at New Hampshire, Penske's late run this regular season, Josh Berry's surge for his future, playoffs, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU head coach Will Healy about naming Mason Mims starter, his development, plan behind him, defense, Campbell, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Ryan Blaney's win at New Hampshire, Penske's late run this regular season, Josh Berry's surge for his future, playoffs, and more. Then, Jacob talks about Faizon Brandon being named the starter for Tennessee. Also, he goes over some notes from Will Healy's interview last hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU head coach Will Healy about naming Mason Mims starter, his development, plan behind him, defense, Campbell, and more. Then, he discusses Mims winning the job for the Bucs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the Tennessee quarterback situation. Then, he goes over the quarterback competitions in Knoxville and Tuscaloosa. Also, he talks about Bill Meade's retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the Tennessee quarterback situation and why all eyes are on Faizon Brandon. Then, he has sound from Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel following the Vols second scrimmage of fall camp. Also, Jacob talks about Karl Ravech and the end of his time as an MLB announcer for ESPN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Knox Central football coach Kevin Lane to preview their game at Dobyns-Bennett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Elizabethton football coach Shawn Witten ahead of their matchup with Science Hill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Science Hill football coach Stacy Carter to preview their game at Elizabethton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett head coach Joey Christian ahead of their game against Knox Central. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Tennessee High head coach Josh Holt ahead of their game against West Ridge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with West Ridge head coach Justin Hilton ahead of their game at Tennessee High. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 21, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the new Smokey Grey uniforms for Tennessee. Then, Jacob talks with Knox Central head coach Kevin Lane. Also, he previews the high school football slate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 21, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett head coach Joey Christian, Science Hill head coach Stacy Carter, and Elizabethton head coach Shawn Witten. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 21, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's affidavit against professionals returning to college. Then, he talks to West Ridge head coach Justin Hilton and Tennessee High head coach Josh Holt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 21, 2026 Jacob Townsend gives his thoughts on the new Smokey Grey uniforms for Tennessee football. Then, he discusses why Oklahoma decided to give Brent Venables a new contract. Also, Jacob goes over what happened in a few high school football games across the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Bill Bender, of Sporting News, to discuss their ranking of the 25 greatest college football personalities ever, AP Top 25, SEC, Tennessee, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, to preview their preseason game against the Seahawks, Cam Ward, Robert Saleh, SEC, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Bill Bender, of Sporting News, to discuss their ranking of the 25 greatest college football personalities ever, AP Top 25, SEC, Tennessee, and more. Then, they take some calls before getting to birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen owner of Fanatics 101. Then, they discuss another lawsuit injunction, but this one involves current NFL players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss the home jerseys coming to The Third Saturday of October. Then, they are joined by Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, to preview their preseason game against the Seahawks, Cam Ward, Robert Saleh, SEC, and more. Also, they discuss North Carolina and North Carolina State officially playing as an out of conference basketball game this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Tennessee and Alabama going back to their home uniforms for the next two years on The Third Saturday of October. Then, he talks about a number of football players receiving a fifth year of eligibility even though they've been in the NFL. Also, Jacob goes over the expectations that UT will announce their Smokey Gray uniforms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses why Alabama, Texas Tech, and Indiana weren't in the top 12 of spenders on rosters for 2026. Then, he goes over Sporting News' rankings of the top 25 college football personalities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to discuss the first scrimmage of camp, quarterbacks, receivers, defensive line, Edrees Farooq injury, jersey sponsorship, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Tennessee adding a jersey sponsorship for men's and women's basketball. Then, he is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to discuss the first scrimmage of camp, quarterbacks, receivers, defensive line, Edrees Farooq injury, jersey sponsorship, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the college football coaches tiers by The Athletic and where certain coaches fall on the list, whether too high or too low. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Tennessee signing a deal for a jersey sponsorship for men's and women's basketball. Then, he goes over Furman naming their starting quarterback. Also, the NCAA officially approves a Week 0 start moving forward for FBS and FCS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss whether the NCAA selection committee should punish schools who play players who the NCAA has deemed ineligible. Then, they go over The Athletic's college football coaches tiers for this year. Also, it's time for birthdays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss CBS Sports rankings of the top college football teams when it comes to NIL spending. Then, Bud tells a story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud give their thoughts on the AP Top 25 preseason poll. Then, they discuss Tennessee being ranked number 20 in the poll. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend gives his thoughts on the preseason AP Top 25 poll. Then, he goes over the preseason AFCA FCS Coaches Poll. Also, he discusses the TSWA High School football rankings for week one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Joey Logano's win at Richmond, Carson Hocevar's drop, Kyle Larson's wild weekend, All-Star race returning to North Wilkesboro, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Joey Logano's win at Richmond, Carson Hocevar's drop, Kyle Larson's wild weekend, All-Star race returning to North Wilkesboro, and more. Then, he previews the release of the preseason AP Top 25 poll. Also, Jacob goes over some notes from earlier in the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Mason Mims being named the starting quarterback for ETSU and what that means for the Bucs offense. Then, he goes over some numbers about why college football teams are slowing down their offenses. Also, he discusses Joey Logano's win at Richmond and Kyle Larson's big weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the reports of the performances by Faizon Brandon and George MacIntyre in the first fall scrimmage for Tennessee on Saturday. Then, he goes through what the injury for Edrees Farooq means for the Vols. Also, Jacob recaps the other reports on the performances by other position groups on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps the second scrimmage of fall camp for ETSU and Mason Mims being named the starter for the Bucs. Then, he has sound from head coach Will Healy following the scrimmage. Also, he has sound from Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel after their first scrimmage of fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Matt Moscona, of ESPN Baton Rouge, to discuss how it got to this point, why the number matters, Jayden's reaction, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 14, 2026 Jacob Townsend takes some calls about Josh Heupel. Then, he goes over some of the details of this week's College Football Playoff meeting. Also, he talks about impact players this season for the College Football Playoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 14, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the latest developments in the Jayden Daniels and LSU situation. Then, he is joined by Matt Moscona, of ESPN Baton Rouge, to discuss how it got to this point, why the number matters, Jayden's reaction, and more. Also, Jacob gives his final thoughts on the situation to wrap up the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 14, 2026 Jacob Townsend previews the second scrimmage for ETSU on Saturday. Then, he goes through what to expect with Tennessee in their first scrimmage this weekend. Also, Don Helman joins in for the final segment to talk ETSU football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 14, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps the Titans win over the 49ers in their first preseason game on Thursday night. Then, he goes over BJ Edwards landing at Oklahoma in the transfer portal. Also, he talks about Ty Gibbs bringing back the M&M's paint scheme at Bristol next month as a tribute to Kyle Busch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.