The Beat of Sports

For the final time in 2025, Richard Hale talks sports and law.

The Miami Hurricanes will play Texas A&M in the first round of the CFB Playoff. Joe Zagacki previews the matchup and talks about how the final rankings that included the Notre Dame/Miami debate.

The Bucs looked to be one of the best teams, not just in the NFC South, but in the NFC. Now, at 7-7, they are tied with the Panthers for the division lead with three games to go. Have injuries caught up to them? TJ Rives explains what's going on in Tampa.

Richard Hale is live in studio and talks about the latest in the sports and law world.

So much is happening in the world of college football. Notre Dame left out of the playoff, controversy at Michigan, Lane Kiffin watch, and so much more. Michael McCarthy explains why the product on the field is still as strong as ever despite all the off-field controversy.

The NBA Cup is its third year of existence. How is it being perceived by NBA players? Keith Smith shares his thoughts on that as well as how the Magic have played without all their superstars and whether Ja Morant or Giannis is more tradeable.

Miami made the 12-team College Football Playoff while Notre Dame was left out. The ACC was making a push for the Hurricanes to make it in and ND AD Pete Bevacqua went on the Dan Patrick Show and ripped the conference. Is he overreacting? Matt Murschel shares his thoughts.

Conference Champions were crowned this weekend but in today's world of college football, how much these championship games matter? Tony Barnhart speaks on that, the college football calendar, Lane Kiffin, and much more!

Richard Hale discusses the latest involving both sports and law.

UCF Head Coach Scott Frost was asked about the current state of college football and he called it "broken". Is he right? Marc Daniels addressed Coach Frost's comments.

Former NFL Scout Daniel Kelly joins The Beat of Sports to take a more in-depth look at some of the NFL QBs including the differences between Sheduer Sanders and Dillon Gabriel, the ups and downs of Tua and Trevor Lawrence, and a look ahead to next year's QB class.

Marc has long explained that the college football calendar needs to be fixed. There should be no reason that coaches and players are negotiating for the next year during season. Mike DeCourcy explains how the calendar can be fixed.

Matt Murschel makes his weekly visit to talk everything college football including Scott Frost prepping for a roster build for next season, Lane Kiffin joining LSU, and the uncomfortable position Mike Norvell is in at Florida State.

The Lane Kiffin story did not take a break during the Thanksgiving holiday as he has accepted the LSU head coaching position while Ole Miss is trying to make the CFB Playoff. Marc goes a rant regarding everything about this story, including the coverage of it and the CFB calendar.

Getting caught up with the latest happenings in the world of sports and law with Richard Hale.

Marc talks about the Warriors/Heat game Wednesday night and explains why it was an embarrassment for the NBA.

What's the perfect CFB Playoff Rankings system? Why is Ole Miss in this situation with Lane Kiffin? Danny Kannell talks everything college football related with Marc Daniels.

Ole Miss set a date of November 28th for Lane Kiffin to decide whether he's going to stay or take another job. Marc tries to sort through everything and figure out which way Kiffin is leaning and questions whether Ole Miss will follow through with their self-imposed deadline.

We get the latest in the world of sports and law with Richard Hale.

Marc makes the case that this has been a wasted season for Travis Hunter after he was shut down for the season, he and CV discuss the Pat Narduzzi comments about the Notre Dame game, and visits from Keith Smith (NBA), Asher Feldman (CFB Playoff Rankings), Alex Schiffer (College Basketball) and Christy Martin (Movie).

Marc talks about the firing of Brian Daboll in New York and the lawsuit against LSU by Brian Kelly, On the Marc / Off the Marc, and visits from Jon Santucci (HS Football), Brendan Suhr (Basketball), and Matt Murschel (College Football).

The Magic have gone through some struggles early on this season and players have showed some frustration. Is that anything for fans to be concerned about? Keith Smith talks about how the Magic are maneuvering through the early season struggles.

A Tuesday staple on The Beat of Sports. Is CV On the Marc or Off the Marc on a number of topics including Brian Daboll setting off a domino effect, are the Dolphins turning things around, and if Pat Narduzzi sending the wrong message.

Richard Hale talks about the latest happenings in both sports and law.

This year has not gone as expected for the Florida Gators. They fired head coach Billy Napier and sit at 3-5 on the season after losing to Georgia this past weekend. What does DJ Lagway do after the season? Cam Mellor believes Lagway will be playing elsewhere next season.

Marc talks about the NFL trade deadline, the Magic struggling on the road in front of a national audience, and visits from Keith Smith (NBA) and Rick Chryst (College Football).

It is hard to survive in today's world of college football if you don't have enough money to pay players. Former Mac Conference Commissioner Rick Chryst explains why G6 schools are now like a feeder system to the P4 schools.

Richard Hale breaks down the latest happenings in the world of sports and law.

The Magic played at a very slow pace last year and the defense was one of the best in the league. This year, the pace is quicker on offense, and in turn, the defense has taken a step back. Keith Smith suggests that the defense will figure it out and "round into form."

In a thriller, UCF was able to upset Alabama 25 years ago today by a final score of 40-38 in a game referred to as "The Kick". Head coach of that team, Mike Kruzcek, takes us back to that day and that game.

Mike Norvell improved his record at Florida State his first four years before completely falling off last year and has lost four in a row this year after starting out 3-0. Can Norvell survive another losing season while keeping his message the same? Brendan Sonnone explains.

We saw Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier get arrested earlier this week. Richard Hale explains the law side of things.

The Magic beat the Heat to open up their season. How did Desmond Bane fit in with team? Philip Rossman-Reich shares his thoughts on the game, Desmond Bane's fit with the team, and his thoughts on the latest arrests of NBA players and a coach involved with gambling.

The NBA season opened up with a doubleheader on Tuesday night with a majority of the league tipping off Wednesday night. Keith Smith explains who he believes the best/deepest team in the East is and what a realistic season for Desmond Bane is for the Magic.

Richard Hale shares the latest happenings in the world of sports and law.

Desmond Bane and Tyus Jones are new additions to the Magic and they both significantly help the three-point shooting. Joshua Robbins explains how they help the Magic improve this season.

The NBA season is right around the corner. How can the Magic, as a team, take a step forward? Keith Smith explains that as well as everything else NBA related.

Marc and CV recap the weekend that was in college football and the NFL.

UCF is in a three game losing streak as is FSU. Florida had a nice win over Texas but then got smacked around last week and the Billy Napier questions are as loud as ever. What is the feeling like inside each locker room? Matt Muschel explains.

James Franklin is out at Penn St. and is still owed more than $49 million, only trailing Jimbo Fisher's $76 million for largest buyouts in college football history. Marc explains the stupidity that continues to happen when college programs give out these large, fully guaranteed contracts.

Richard Hale shares his thoughts and gives updates on the latest happenings in the world of sports and law including what's going on with Mark Sanchez, the latest with the Fernando Tatis Jr. lawsuit, and a fan wanting to sue LeBron James over his ad.

How are kickers able to hit 60+ yard field goals with ease? What's changed in the game today? Dan Lundy explains what the K-Ball is and what role that and technology have played in the NFL today and how it impacts the kicking game.

The UFL is coming to Orlando! What will it take to make spring football work here? James Larsen shares his thoughts on that as well as explains who Mike Repole is and what he's bringing to the UFL.

Richard Hale gets us caught up on what's happening in the world of sports and law.

Cam Mellor shares his thoughts on last week's matchups as well as previews the upcoming games including the Florida/Texas matchup and how Florida could potentially pull off the upset.

The Yankees lost 3-1 to the Red Sox to open up their Wild Card series. Max Fried allowed one run in 6 and 1/3 innings before getting pulled. Marc, not being happy, goes on a rant regarding analytics.

Florida State was riding high before tripping up last Friday against Virginia. Next up on the schedule is a rivalry game with Miami. Danny Kanell explains why FSU's loss last week adds more juice to the game this week.

The end of the 2024 season led many Gators fans to have high expectations for this season. After a 55-0 season opening win, the Gators have lost three straight and have looked terrible on offense. How is Gator Nation feeling heading into their game against Texas? Buddy Martin answers that question.

Richard Hale talks about the latest goings on in the sports law world.

The start of the NBA preseason is just over a week away and training camps are now open! Keith Smith goes around the NBA and shares his thoughts on the outlook for the Magic as well as a team he isn't as high on as other people are and more!

Is it time for Florida to bench DJ Lagway? Is Friday a trap game for Florida State? Marc answers those topics and more on this edition of On the Marc / Off the Marc.