Mark grew up in the heartland and brings a lifetime of Oklahoma experience to WWLS – The Sports Animal. The Sooner State native graduated from Blackwell High School and received his degree from the University of Oklahoma. Since 1995, Rodgers has owned and published the state’s most comprehensive football annual, The Oklahoma Pigskin Preview. His travels across the state have earned him a reputation as one of the region’s foremost experts on high school football and college recruiting. Rodgers hosts the “Middle of the Day Show” from 11am to 2pm Monday through Friday.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland debate if the Spurs blown lead to the Knicks in Game 4 is the biggest choke in the history of pro sports. Is original Law & Order or SVU a better show? What are the ramifications of venture capitalists getting involved in College Football in Utah? The Dodgers doctor being investigated for PEDs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland are joined by Comedian Agent Ratliff to talk about his viral videos and his performance Saturday Night at Bricktown Comedy Club. How many Jell-O shots does it take to get you feeling groovy? OU Football game times were announced. Did it turn out advantageous for the Sooners?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss whether or not the Spurs can count on their youth to make multiple runs at the NBA Finals. Has Wembanyama had a good or bad series to this point? Brendan Sorsby’s situation at Texas Tech and the implications on college football. OU announces their game times for this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Knicks comeback win over the Spurs last night in Game 4. Do you have a problem with Brunson's style of play? Is Victor Wembanyama a dirty player? Do the Spurs still have a chance. Also, what's the best music documentary of all time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cale Gundy and Gideon Hamilton continue to discuss Brendan Sorsby and whether or not this can be the impetus for larger change with the NCAA. What is your prediction for Game 4 of the NBA Finals tonight? Do you think the Spurs can steal two on the road? OU baseball coach Skip Johnson joins the show to preview his team’s debut in Omaha. How much of the World Cup do you plan to watch?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cale Gundy and Gideon Hamilton discuss the Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal and what this means for College Football this season? Why is Texas Tech defending him so adamantly? Is everybody on every collegiate athletic team also gambling?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland continue to recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals that saw the Spurs finally take down the Knicks. Do you have a problem with Jalen Brunson’s approach to the game? Does momentum and home court advantage mean anything in the NBA Finals? What did you think of Sam Presti’s postseason comments? Were his comments about re-signing the entire roster calculated? What is the future of guys like Lu Dort?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Spurs winning Game 3 of the NBA Finals over the Knicks. What adjustments did they make that changed their fortunes? Tommy Tubbs joins the show to discuss the passing of Stacy King and share stories of his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy discuss the College World Series as Oklahoma dominates Kansas to win their Super Regional finale. Are the Cardinals good? Who is your secondary team for the FIFA World Cup? Do you believe in USA Soccer? Who are you picking tonight in Game 3 of the NBA Finals?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy are joined by new Tulsa Head Softball Coach, DJ Gasso, to discuss his vision for the program and the state of the sport. How does NIL impact softball recruiting all the way down to teams in the American Conference? Do you think the Knicks will continue their dominance over the Spurs? Can they finish the series in four games? Who is headed to the College World Series after this weekend’s super regionals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss fans behavior towards officials in the NBA. Is it fair for fans to boo officials for 48 minutes every night? What is the best TV Show of all time? Is Brendan Sorsby’s punishment justified given all of the powers that be are in bed with these sportsbooks?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Did the Knicks execution of their gameplan make you sad about the Thunder? Do you ever think about gambling on Jai Alai? What do you make of the viral video from the kid that ran on the court? Doug Gottlieb joins the show to discuss the Thunder’s playoff exit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy are joined by Dale Day to recap Oklahoma’s biggest night of racing and preview the Belmont Stakes this weekend. Would you bet that the Thunder win the Western Conference Finals? What do you expect from the Women’s College World Series Championship? NBA Finals daily fantasy and prop bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy are joined by OU Head Baseball Coach, Skip Johnson, to talk about his team’s run to the Super Regional. What was he thinking during Dayton Tockey’s legendary home run? What does he expect in Lawrence this weekend against Kansas? The NBA Finals start tonight. Do you hate the Vegas Golden Knights?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss NFL Win Totals after the big trade day yesterday. Who do you think will win the AFC West? Who will win the NFC East? NBA Finals Preview. Do the Knicks match up better with the Spurs than the Thunder did? Will the public turn on Wembanyama? What is the outlook for the Thunder next season as they watch the Spurs play in the Finals?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Women’s College World Series. If you’re an OU fan, who do you cheer for? What do the Thunder have to do this off-season? Did one of our callers make you think of Tracy McGrady differently? How much talk is too much talk in the restroom? Should Major League Baseball have a salary cap?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale continue to dissect the Thunder losing Game 7 to the Spurs. Where do you go from here with Chet Holmgren if you’re the Thunder? Is there any way to defend his lack of performance? What is the future of Lu Dort in OKC with the potential increase in Cason Wallace’s contract? Is the Spurs front office getting enough credit? Does Mitch Johnson look like Butt-Head?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale discuss the Thunder’s Game 7 loss to the Spurs. Can a played develop some “dog” in the offseason? Is Chet’s performance a bigger factor than J-Dub being unavailable? Has College Baseball taunting and celebrating gotten out of control? Have you given any thought to NBA Finals predictions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spurs Win Game 6. Previewing Game 7 with Doug Gottlieb! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thunder @ Spurs Game 6 Preview with Doug Gottlieb! WCWS! Who Will Win WCF MVP? MUCH MORE!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy take your calls and continue to discuss the Thunder’s Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Is Reggie Miller bad at his job. We preview the Women’s College World Series starting tomorrow here in OKC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy recap the Thunder's Game 5 win over the Spurs. Does the broadcast team favor Wembanyama and the Spurs? Is it a conspiracy to protect the future face of the league? Should the Thunder consider trading J-Dub? Do you have a problem with Jared McCain's minutes and shot total?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Copeland takes your calls and recaps the Knicks sweeping the Cavaliers. Are a reliance on analytics part of the problem? What letter grade would you give Mark Daignault through 4 games of this series? Do you have a problem with the way Jared McCain is playing? The answer to a question you didn’t know you wanted answered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Copeland previews Game 5 tonight between the Thunder and the Spurs. Do you expect the Thunder’s Game 4 performance to be a one off? Does the minute accumulation of the Spurs make you think they will wear out? The Knicks sweep the Cavaliers. How much blame belongs on the shoulders of James Harden? Charles Barkley dances with a robot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark takes your calls and discuss the Spurs and Thunder Game 3 tonight. Do you think Jaylin Williams should be in the discussion to play more? Is Chet Holmgren mentally weak? Will the referees affect the outcome of the game tonight?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Rodgers discusses Game 3 tonight between the Spurs and the Thunder. Will the referees be a factor in the game after the internet backlash? Will Hartenstein play as physical? How do you pick between the 3 backup shooting guards in any given game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad give their analysis after the Thunder’s Game 2 win over the Spurs last night. What letter grade do you give the win last night? Where do they need to continue to improve headed into Game 3? What NBA teams will look drastically different next season? The Enhanced Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad recap the Thunder’s Game 2 win over the Spurs. Do you think Chet is just taking up space? What do you expect from the Cavaliers tonight after their Game 1 collapse against the Knicks? Did you know Danhausen cursed the CavHausens? Who is the most famous person you’ve peed next to?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale talk to the city and gauge their confidence ahead of Game 2. Should the Thunder let Wemby get his tonight and deny everybody else? Is the series over if the Thunder lose tonight? Did you have a problem with the MVP ceremony before Game 1? Do the Thunder need to play faster?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale discuss Game 2 tonight between the Thunder and the Spurs. What is your confidence level that the Thunder win tonight? How will their strategy game ahead of Game 2? Was James Harden to blame for the Cavaliers collapse last night against the Knicks? Are the St. Louis Cardinals good?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale take your calls and continue to discuss the Spurs Game 1 win over the Thunder. Do the Spurs have a matchup advantage? How would you grade Chet's performance? Why won't the Thunder take the ball to the basket?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale recap the Spurs Game 1, double overtime thrilling defeat of the Thunder. What adjustments do the Thunder need to make to change their fortunes for Game 2? Did you realize how deep the Spurs were? What did you think about Ajay Mitchell’s transition 3 to try and seal the game? Do you fault Chet for trying to sell a call on the offensive glass that led to a 5 on 4?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale discuss the most disappointing NBA team over the course of this season. Were you entertained by the PGA Championship? An update on the NCAA Softball Tournament after a weekend’s worth of games. Do you have a problem with Anthony Edwards congratulating the Spurs early? Also, Mark tries sausage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Cale talk to Titus Hawk, standout multi-sport athlete from Choctaw, about his commitment to Notre Dame and what it was about South Bend that made it perfect for his future home. What do you think about the Cavs closing out the Pistons? Do they have a chance against the Knicks? What do you expect from a Thunder and Spurs series?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad discuss extraterrestrials with Mindy Tautfest, CEO of the International UFO Bureau. Did you know Baker Mayfield has an extraterrestrial experience? The NBA has released the 2-Minute Report for the end of the Cavs and Pistons controversial Game 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad preview the Preakness Stakes with Dick Jerardi courtesy of BetOnline.AG. What are the best plays for the big race and some prop bets you can place right now? What do you anticipate from Game 6 of the Pistons & Cavs? Does either team have a chance against the Knicks? What was your favorite schedule release video from yesterday?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad discuss the Cavaliers and Pistons Game 5. Did the Pistons blow the game? Do you trust the Cavaliers to win the series? Does either team have a chance to beat the Knicks and go to the finals?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark and Brad are joined by Doug Gottlieb that discusses his offseason recruiting and the landscape with NIL, the Cavs and Pistons Game 5 last night, and LeBron is once again disgruntled in Los Angeles. Also, have you been impressed by Chet this playoffs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark talks with Dale Day to preview the Preakness Stakes, and how you can get involved in the action this weekend at Remington Park, as well as what else is to come the rest of the month at Remington Park. Also, Mark lists some of the spring standouts from this past season in area high school athletics. Also, should the Dodgers be concerned amidst their struggles about their position in the NL West? Should Mark be worried about his pick of the Mariners to go to the World Series?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Ajay Mitchell’s explosion onto the scene here in the playoffs, the debate has started: what to the Thunder do with both of these guys? Do you trade one for future assets. How can you put Ajay back on the bench? Also, what can the Spurs and Thunder regular season matchups tell us about that potential series. Mark lays out which players in the NBA Playoffs have their Stock Up and who’s Stock is Down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adam Schefter breaks news about the NFL Schedule and we discuss. Do you like a Wednesday night game in the National Football League?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark lists some of the spring standouts from this past season in area high school athletics. Also, should the Dodgers be concerned amidst their struggles about their position in the NL West? Should Mark be worried about his pick of the Mariners to go to the World Series?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark talks with Dale Day to preview the Preakness Stakes, and how you can get involved in the action this weekend at Remington Park, as well as what else is to come the rest of the month at Remington Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark ends on a high note, which players in the NBA Playoffs have been performing above their expectation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark lays out which players in the NBA Playoffs have been performing below their expectation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Ajay Mitchell’s explosion onto the scene here in the playoffs, the debate has started: what to the Thunder do with both of these guys? Do you trade one for future assets. How can you put Ajay back on the bench? Also, what can the Spurs and Thunder regular season matchups tell us about that potential series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark discusses some of the positives and negatives from the Thunder’s 8-0 run through the playoffs to this point. What do you do with Austin Reaves this offseason if you’re the Lakers GM? What about LeBron James? Do the Chiefs have a tough road ahead in the AFC West? Spurs vs T-Wolves tonight Game 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark recaps the Thunder series clinching win over the Lakers last night in Los Angeles. What grade would you give their performance thus far? Where can they improve? How do the Thunder match up with the Spurs in that potential series. Do you still favor the Pistons to beat the Cavaliers. Did you know Brewer & Shipley have ties to Oklahoma and do you love the Lawrence Welk show?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark recaps the diamond sports over the weekend including the NCAA Softball Tournament draws, the Cardinals 2-2 split with the Padres, and the Rangers-Cubs series over the weekend. Also, do Kumar Rocker’s white sleeves have a deeper meaning? Lottery Bob tells us he had a vision about the Thunder in the Finals. Did the 76ers even show up in their series with the Knicks?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark recaps Game 3 of the Thunder & Lakers, including their defensive philosophy, and what to expect in Game 4 tonight from Crypto.com Arena, James Harden’s response to the critics, and Victor Wembanyama throwing his elbow at Naz Reid. What was his intent? Did the officials get the call right? Should there be a larger punishment for his actions? Are the Spurs in trouble in this series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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