Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Saban

Connor O'Gara and Jim Dunaway are back for Episode 10 of The Connor O'Gara Show, diving into the biggest debates surrounding how we watch — and remember — college football. ESPN is getting rid of its traditional Bottom Line ticker during college football broadcasts. Is that a welcome change, or will fans miss having scores constantly scrolling across the screen? Connor and Jim discuss the rise of YouTube TV's Quad Box, second screens and the reality that most college football fans are watching Saturdays much differently than they did a decade ago. They also debate whether Week Zero is being wasted. Should college football use the opening weekend to showcase marquee matchups and create a massive television event instead of treating it like a soft launch to the season? Then the conversation turns to ESPN's upcoming six-part Nick Saban documentary. Jim, who spent years hosting Saban's weekly show, shares insight into Saban's approach to player psychology and why the series could reveal a fascinating side of the legendary Alabama coach. Plus, which college football stories deserve their own documentary? The guys make the case for an uncensored look at Cam Newton, Auburn and the chaos surrounding the 2010 national championship season, along with the unbelievable rise and fall surrounding Ed Orgeron and LSU's historic 2019 championship team. Topics include: • ESPN eliminating the Bottom Line ticker • YouTube TV Quad Box and multi-screen football Saturdays • How college football viewing habits have changed • Why Week Zero needs bigger games • Nick Saban's upcoming ESPN documentary • Jim Dunaway's experiences covering Nick Saban • Cam Newton and Auburn's controversial 2010 season • Ed Orgeron and LSU's legendary 2019 championship run If you love college football, SEC football, Alabama, Auburn, LSU and the stories behind the sport, hit the like button, subscribe and join us for more episodes of The Connor O'Gara Show. Check out more Connor O'Gara on our channel with The OG Kickoff! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood's Headlines includes the backlash surrounding Good Good Golf's controversial advertisement and Callaway ending its partnership with the company. Plus, ESPN announces a six-part Nick Saban documentary, a criminal posing as a 49ers player allegedly scams 26 women out of more than $1 million, and a Miami woman is arrested for allegedly selling $1.7 million worth of counterfeit goods. The guys also react to Baywatch star Erika Eleniak reportedly making more than $10,000 a week on OnlyFans.

Joe and Hollywood break down the Canes roster and explain why Miami's offensive line could be the X-factor in a season with national championship expectations. Plus, high school football insider Larry Blustein joins to discuss the national showcase and how South Florida teams are stacking up against the best in the country. Hollywood then runs through the latest headlines, including the Good Good Golf controversy, ESPN's upcoming Nick Saban documentary, a bizarre 49ers impersonation scam and more.

Hour 2 -- Another addition of the NBA Grab Bag, including the death of the NFL Pro Bowl, a new Nick Saban documentary, and Chris Hansen being angry about the new movie Primetime. Later another addition of Danny's Double Dips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss multiple CFB topics. David Glenn of the NC Sports Network previews UNC/TCU and NC State/Virginia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Thursday! We open the show with Common Man sharing that he's been experimenting with new underwear. No Browns fan has said they want Deshaun Watson to be the starter. We do Good Clean Emails since we didn't go through them yesterday. We go around the Big Ten with ESPN's Adam Rittenberg. Jeremiah Smith has some high expectations for Legend Bey. There's a 6-part Nick Saban documentary coming out soon. It's a Too Hot Thursday with Rhymetime. We talk about rough vacation trips we've been on. And Tyvis Powell joins us in studio.

Legendary Alabama wide receiver Kevin Norwood joins Ben Flanagan on Beat Everyone to look back on his career, which many consider one of the most clutch in Crimson Tide history. Kevin reacts to Kalen DeBoer naming Keelon Russell the starting quarterback, and he looks back on his career including his unique recruitment to Alabama, getting in and out of the dog house with Nick Saban, teaming up with AJ McCarron and the rest of the 2009 recruiting class, winning three national titles, going off against LSU, and his most underrated teammate ever. All that and MUCH more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback and national champion Jake Coker joins Mick Gillispie for a deep dive into the latest Alabama Football storylines, led by Kalen DeBoer officially naming Keelon Russell the Crimson Tide's starting quarterback. Coker gives a former QB's perspective on what happens behind the scenes when a coach names his starter, sharing stories from his own private conversations with Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher. He also explains why Austin Mack still has to prepare like Alabama's starter every single week — because a backup quarterback is always just one play away. The guys also break down Alabama's projected offensive line, why continuity and chemistry up front are so important for pass protection, the latest Crimson Tide injury updates, and the competitive kicking battle between Graham Nicholson and Conor Talty. Plus, Jake and Mick discuss the changing landscape of NCAA eligibility and roster rules, including the possibility of players with NFL experience returning to college football. And it wouldn't be a conversation with Jake Coker without getting off the football field. The guys get into Charles Barkley and Larry Bird stories, Dwight Yoakam, Billy Bob Thornton, the legendary Kenny Chesney Flora-Bama concert, golf, smoking brisket and why Jake would rather spend a weekend with his family than five hours on the golf course. If you're an Alabama Football fan, subscribe for more Crimson Tide news, analysis, player updates and college football discussion all season long.

On today's Feel Good Friday Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys break down last night's preseason games as they're joined by ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky where he talks about the upcoming season including Fernando Mendoza, the Chicago Bears, Joe Burrow and more. They are also joined by Sports Agent Drew Rosenhaus who weighs in on the 5 for 5 ruling and the future of Tyreek Hill, then Brock Purdy swings by to talk about all things ball and John Deere. Then to round it all off The Authority Pete Thamel, Penn State head coach Matt Campbell, WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez, University of Miami head coach Mario Cristobal, and the GOAT, 7x Nation Champion head coach Nick Saban in a special College Football Showcase. Make sure to subscribe to ⁠youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow⁠ (http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow) or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+.We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Going against Ceedee and GP is prepping me for what I need to be at my best." Caleb Downs  On the road, hitting all the Training Camps and had to make it to Oxnard to check out the rookie sensation- Caleb Downs who joins us for a conversation during his first NFL training camp with the Dallas Cowboys, stepping into the league as a first-round pick with expectations already sky-high. Caleb opens up about making the transition from college football to the NFL, the pressure that comes with being a highly touted first-rounder, and what it means to now wear the Cowboys star. He talks about going against elite teammates like CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens every day at practice, learning what separates NFL players, and the intensity of competing against the best in the world. He opens up on his immediate bond with Defensive Coordinator Christian Parker and what he sees in his new coach that can take the defense to the next level. The conversation also goes back to his championship-winning college career, his time playing for Nick Saban, and the lessons he took from one of football's greatest coaches. Caleb reflects on playing alongside stars like Jeremiah Smith, the competitive mindset that helped him win at the college level, and how those experiences prepared him for Sundays in the NFL. He shares how the upsets and losses are just as important as the wins in maintaining a championship mindset. Caleb tells the guys that since he was young, he's studied some of the greatest athletes from Kobe Bryant to Tom Brady to Michael Jordan not because of their skill set but because of their habits and uses his findings in his everyday life. Caleb also gets personal about family, the pride of following those who came before him, and what it means to have a brother already playing in the NFL while continuing a football legacy of his own. From winning in college to earning his place in Dallas, Caleb Downs gives The Pivot an inside look at the mindset, expectations and family foundation behind one of football's rising young stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barstool Sports' T-Bob Hebert joins The Next Round for a wide-ranging conversation on two of the biggest storylines in the SEC: Is Alabama Football starting to decline, and what does Lane Kiffin have to accomplish in Year 1 at LSU for the season to be considered a success? T-Bob breaks down the state of the Alabama Crimson Tide, whether the program is still operating at a championship level, and how expectations in Tuscaloosa have changed in the post-Nick Saban era. Then the conversation turns to LSU Football and Lane Kiffin. With enormous expectations surrounding Kiffin's first season in Baton Rouge, what is the realistic standard for success? Does LSU need to make the College Football Playoff immediately? Is competing for an SEC Championship the expectation? And how much pressure is there on Kiffin to prove that LSU can once again become one of college football's elite programs? We also dive into the Jayden Daniels No. 5 jersey controversy at LSU and the drama surrounding one of the most recognizable numbers in recent Tigers history. What does the situation say about LSU, its former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, and the way Lane Kiffin is handling his new program? T-Bob gives his perspective on Lane Kiffin, LSU, Jayden Daniels, Alabama, the SEC, the College Football Playoff race, and what could be ahead for two of the conference's biggest brands in the 2026 college football season. If you're an LSU Tigers fan, Alabama Crimson Tide fan, SEC football fan, or college football fan, you won't want to miss this conversation.

The guys are joined by Fred Segal, who runs the Freezing Cold Takes account on Twitter, as Fred promotes his new book, collecting the worst takes from college football pundits, including hot takes around Nick Saban, Kirby Smart, Dabo Swinney, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Whitworth knows a thing or two about surviving football. The former NFL tackle and Thursday Night Football analyst tells Dan how Nick Saban convinced him he was a tackle, why his pregame routine consisted of sitting in his underwear playing FreeCell, and why he still loves his former teammate and “Fitz & Whit” co-host Ryan Fitzpatrick after he sprinted away from a brawl. Whitworth also gets candid about the physical toll of playing into his 40s, the sacrifices football demands from his family, and his “nobody gets me off the ground” philosophy. Plus: Frasier, Taylor and Travis, and the anatomy of an offensive lineman trying to pee. The “Fitz & Whit” podcast returns on August 20th - watch and subscribe on YouTube and stream it on Amazon Prime before the Thursday Night Football pregame show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Whitworth knows a thing or two about surviving football. The former NFL tackle and Thursday Night Football analyst tells Dan how Nick Saban convinced him he was a tackle, why his pregame routine consisted of sitting in his underwear playing FreeCell, and why he still loves his former teammate and “Fitz & Whit” co-host Ryan Fitzpatrick after he sprinted away from a brawl. Whitworth also gets candid about the physical toll of playing into his 40s, the sacrifices football demands from his family, and his “nobody gets me off the ground” philosophy. Plus: Frasier, Taylor and Travis, and the anatomy of an offensive lineman trying to pee. The “Fitz & Whit” podcast returns on August 20th - watch and subscribe on YouTube and stream it on Amazon Prime before the Thursday Night Football pregame show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Part 1 of this two-part episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by former Georgia Tech and Temple head coach Geoff Collins. Coach Collins reflects on his playing days at Western Carolina, beginning his coaching career at the high school level, and the mistakes that helped shape him early in his career. He also discusses stepping away from on-field coaching to work in player personnel at Georgia Tech and Alabama, where he gained valuable experience alongside Nick Saban, Kirby Smart, and Curt Cignetti. Because the full conversation lasted nearly two hours, we divided it into two parts so coaches wouldn't miss any of Coach Collins' insights. Follow Coach Collins: X: @CoachCollins Instagram: @coachcollins AFCA membership is open. Join today for access to educational resources, professional development, networking opportunities, convention benefits, and more. Connect with the AFCA: https://linktr.ee/AFCA

ESPN legend Rece Davis, host of "College GameDay" and the network's new show "Official Visit with Rece Davis," joins Ben Flanagan to talk about why there is belief in Kalen DeBoer's third season, what it's like working with Nick Saban, and what he's learned from the best college football coaches in the country. Davis shares which celebrity guest pickers left him starstruck, which stadium he loves the most, why he had to wave off Coach Saban during a "GameDay" segment, and the wild things he saw as an RA at the University of Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been 31 seasons since the Dallas Cowboys last played in a Super Bowl game.  That season-ending victory came at the conclusion of the 1995 NFL season on January 28, 1996. Heck, it has been 31 seasons since the Dallas Cowboys have even played in the NFC Championship game! Team owner and billionaire huckster Jerry Jones tried to convince Dallas Cowboys fans last summer that trading away the team’s best defensive player was a smart move.  Micah Parsons wanted ol’ Jer to pony-up with another high dollar contract to remain in Dallas. Instead, the owner shipped Parsons to the Green Bay Packers right before the 2025 season began.  The defensive rushing specialist received what he wanted, though. Micah Parsons signed a new contract in Green Bay last fall paying him $188 million over four years (a whopping $47 million per season). Dallas received Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark from Green Bay plus two first round draft picks as part of the deal. After losing Micah Parsons, Big D’s defense became a league-wide joke in 2025.  You can’t consider your team a title contender with a defense which allowed an NFL high 30.1 points per game last season. Cowboys fans were understandably upset after team owner Jerry Jones dealt the team’s “lone star” defensive player one year ago.  Jones’ history of meddling with the team’s roster has backfired plenty of times during this 31 season title drought. Despite the absence of a competitive defense, Dallas still finished with a fairly respectable 7-9-1 record last season.  Only the prolific offense of the Cowboys saved the 2025 team from being a total disaster. Something feels different this year… In April, Dallas selected safety Caleb Downs from Ohio State with the 11th pick in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft.  A two-time college football All-American, Downs was expected to be taken earlier in the first round.  The Dallas Cowboys appear to have capitalized on a little bit of good fortune. Dallas then added another defensive pick with its second selection during Round 1.  Defensive edge rusher Malachi Lawrence played college football for UCF under the watchful eye of the Cowboys’ new defensive line coach, Demeitri Brim. Last season’s “defenseless” Cowboys had just made two first round solid defensive picks in the NFL Draft. Over the past week, the Cowboys re-signed defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (who was acquired from the New York Jets last season) to a new three-year deal worth $106 million. Williams played college football at Alabama under Coach Nick Saban.  He is well liked by his new teammates in Dallas. Is Maxx Crosby still a possible addition? It’s no secret that Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro defensive end Maxx Crosby would like to come play for the Dallas Cowboys.  The former fourth round selection out of Eastern Michigan played his high school football in Colleyville, Texas – just north of Fort Worth. Maxx Crosby plays his position with incredible effort and intensity.  He is a five-time NFL Pro Bowler entering his eighth NFL season – all with the woeful Raiders franchise.  He was briefly traded earlier this year (for two first round selections) to the Baltimore Ravens.  Unfortunately, Crosby failed the physical exam after rehabbing a knee injury incurred last fall.  That nullified the deal and required Crosby to return to the Raiders. Dallas made a competitive offer to the Raiders for Maxx Crosby (a first round and second round pick) but fell short.  Crosby’s knee injury may be healed sufficiently by now to warrant another trade offer from Dallas owner Jerry Jones over the next month. There’s no doubt that Maxx Crosby would represent a significantly upgrade to the Dallas defensive front.  His intense style of play would quickly make him a fan favorite in Dallas.  Keep an eye on this development in the weeks ahead. Cowboys made Brandon Aubrey the highest paid kicker in the NFL Seven million dollars per year sounds like a lot of money to pay for a field goal kicker. That’s what Dallas placekicker Brandon Aubrey will receive for the next four years after recently becoming the NFL’s highest paid kicker. Aubrey’s path to riches came without kicking a football in either high school or college.  He was a talented soccer player at Notre Dame and played professionally in Canada. The USFL’s Birmingham Stallions gave Brandon Aubrey a pro football tryout and signed him.  Aubrey delivered booming kick-offs and field goals in Birmingham over his two seasons with the spring football league team. The Dallas Cowboys signed him in 2023.  Brandon Aubrey made the NFL Pro Bowl in each of his three seasons.  He has booted six field goals of 60 yards or more in his career and provides the potent Dallas offense with a reliable scoring weapon. What about Dallas wide receiver George Pickens? Pickens (who played wide receiver in college at Georgia) was a second round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2022.  His first NFL contract paid him nearly $7 million – over a four year period. George Pickens and former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin didn’t seem to get along very well.  Pickens occasionally displayed less than 100% effort on the field at times.  That put him into the coaches’ dog house.  He compounded his own troubles with the Steelers and their loyal fans by posting “Free Me” comments on social media. The Steelers obliged and sent “Pouty” Pickens packing to Dallas in 2025. For just a lowly 6th round draft pick, the Cowboys inserted George Pickens into the starting line-up last season and saw his on-field talent.  He snagged 93 passes for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns for Dallas last year. Dallas’ primary wide receiver, CeeDee Lamb, benefited from having the speedy George Pickens on the field at the same time running routes to keep defenses off balance. Following his productive 2025 season, Pickens demanded a new long-term contract from Dallas owner Jerry Jones. Instead, the Cowboys recently placed its “franchise” designation on their new wide receiver. The team likely wants to see more than one season of positive results prior to plunking down big bucks for a long-term deal. Don’t feel sorry for George Pickens. He will receive nearly $24 million for the upcoming 2026 season.  That “franchise” designation requires Dallas to pay him the average of the five highest paid wide receivers in the entire NFL. Dallas fans should watch closely to see if George Pickens will continue to show improvement this season or return into his former disgruntled self while playing in Pittsburgh. Can quarterback Dak Prescott finally lead the Cowboys to an NFC title game? Prescott is entering his 11th NFL season in Dallas.  His impressive personal stats and friendly personality have made him a fan favorite. That said, Dak is only 2-5 in playoff games during his first decade in Big D. The former Haughton High School (Shreveport area) and Mississippi State product is being paid $60 million per season.  A four-time Pro Bowl quarterback, Dak Prescott is now being paid at a high level that team owner Jerry Jones, head coach Brian Schottenheimer, and Dallas fans now expect a deep run into the NFL playoffs. Unfortunately for Cowboys fans, Prescott has not delivered – yet. Is Dallas a legitimate contender to win the NFC East this season? Absolutely! The NFC East has been dominated for the past several years by the Philadelphia Eagles.  Philly’s dominant defense and efficient offense has produced 50 wins against just 18 losses in the past four NFL seasons.  They won the 2024 Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Philadelphia’s core of top players on offense and defense has been dwindling by the year.  The Eagles posted an 11-6 record last season but were quickly bounced out of the playoffs in the opening round (at home) by San Francisco. Wagering lines posted by Las Vegas oddsmakers show the Philadelphia Eagles remaining the favorite to once again capture the NFC East title in 2026.  The Dallas Cowboys are projected to finish one game behind. Dallas must apply early pressure this fall to nudge the Eagles off their perch atop the NFC East standings. The Cowboys’ 2026 schedule appears somewhat favorable. Dallas plays nine home games and eight road games in the NFL’s 17-week regular season.  A pair of late season road games at defending Super Bowl champion Seattle and at the NFC runner-up Los Angeles Rams will likely decide the playoff fate for the Cowboys. To the surprise of no one, “America’s Team” (ugh) will play in six nationally televised prime time night games.   Three (including the season opener at the New York Giants) will be featured on NBC’s Sunday Night Football.   Dallas will appear twice on Monday Night Football (ESPN) and one time on Thursday night (Amazon Prime).   Prediction: There is no doubt that Dallas has an excellent opportunity to return to the playoffs in the 2026 NFL season.  The defense will improve (it can’t be worse than last season’s 32nd place showing).  Dallas’ productive offense (2nd in the NFL in scoring last year) is back and seems ready to roll once again. Regardless of whether defensive weapon Maxx Crosby comes aboard this year, I see Dallas improving to a record of 10-7 in the regular season. That means that Dallas should make the playoffs – either as NFC East champions or as a Wild Card entry. I have no clue about the playoffs.  Recent history would suggest that you might not wish to place any wagers on the “Boys” once the post-season begins. Buckle up and enjoy the ride this season, Cowboys fans! Perhaps this might even be the year when Dallas ends that 31-season “no titles” streak. The post Will the Dallas Cowboys finally end “The Streak” this season? appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

The Alabama Crimson Tide Fall Camp continues, Alabama Football DC Kane Wommack is picking the brain of legendary Alabama coach Nick Saban on 3rd down defense. Los Angeles Lakers sold PLUS, Tyler's Viewing Menu presented by Michelson Laser Vision! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Louie and Zach open the show with the news of Seth Trimble's commitment, how it helps Louisville's bench, and why they are a better team today than yesterday. Stewart Mandel from the Athletic joins to talk about Louisville's RB room, why Ole Miss will take a step back, and if Indiana can run their program like Nick Saban's Alabama. The guys react to Mandel's comments on LSU and whether Will Stein can back up his words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Sileo examines how Nick Sirianni, Nick Saban and the Eagles' new staff have shaped Jalen Hurts.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Sando's ranking of Shedeur Sanders is the latest sign that the Deion Sanders era is going to end the same as Stringer Bell's in "The Wire." The Athletic's 2026 QB tiers aren't kind to Shedeur, and neither is the projection for Coach Prime's Colorado football team. Today's monologue maps Deion to Stringer Bell and Shedeur to Cheese Wagstaff from "The Wire:" racial grift collapsing, Nadeska rebrand, Slim Charles depth chart; Ryan Clark, Rob Parker, Nick Saban commercial gap, Big 12 chalk outline. Jason taps into his favorite TV show to explain what's happening to the Sanders family. ➢​​Today's Sponsors PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS  ➢ Show Outline 00:00 NFL Execs Rank Sanders Last as Media Landscape Shifts 01:48 Ryan Clark's ESPN Exit and the End of Race-First Sports Media 02:34 Rob Parker Rips Shedeur Sanders' Play 03:11 Deion as Stringer Bell, Shedeur as Wee-Bey: The Wire Analogy 09:19 Shedeur's Apple Music Interview and Rebrand Attempt 12:26 Shedeur's Play and the "Slim Charles" Comparison 20:37 Panel Debates Deion and Shedeur's Performance and Rankings 31:13 Are the Wire Analogies Fair or Forced? 38:07 Colorado's Outlook and Deion's Coaching Future 42:58 Wilbon vs. Stephen A. Smith on the State of Journalism 58:46 Sophie Cunningham: Basketball Over Trans Debate in the WNBA 1:05:10 Cam Newton's Strip Club Philosophy ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@DreAllDay https://www.youtube.com/@skap_attack https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/JasonWhitlock  https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Take resumes with the oft criticized Jalen Hurts. His stats don't align with any of the top players, and the eye test shows he can't even throw down the middle of the field... but he has won a Super Bowl. Should we stop criticizing Hurts, or berate him even more? Then, can Alabama football fly under the radar, or is this a completely conjured up story ripped from the depths of Nick Saban's illustrious brain? Next, Stephen A. and CC pick the Bengals schedule! You have pick 1.6 in fantasy: CMC or Amon-Ra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker and co-host Mick Gillispie are back together for another episode of Last Call, featuring Alabama football analysis, unforgettable travel stories and plenty of off-the-rails conversation. The biggest question in Tuscaloosa remains the Alabama quarterback competition. With offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb expected to make a decision after the Crimson Tide's second scrimmage, Jake looks back at his own 2015 quarterback battle and explains why allowing the competition to linger can damage morale, disrupt offensive chemistry and prevent a team from developing its identity. Jake and Mick also discuss why Alabama must establish a physical, dominant running game to compete for an SEC championship and College Football Playoff berth. They evaluate the Crimson Tide's running back depth, the importance of pass protection and what separates talented players from the backs who earn meaningful snaps. The conversation also turns to Kalen DeBoer's challenge of following Nick Saban, the standard Saban established at Alabama and why defensive coordinator Kane Wommack deserves credit for keeping the Crimson Tide competitive in difficult games. Plus, Mick shares stories from a turbulent trip to Key West, Jake recalls a frightening Blackhawk helicopter flight and the guys discuss Jake's upcoming family vacation to Disney World. Like the video, share your thoughts on Alabama's quarterback battle in the comments and subscribe for more episodes of Last Call featuring Jake Coker and Mick Gillispie. #AlabamaFootball #CrimsonTide #JakeCoker #LastCall #CollegeFootball #RollTide SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Sando put out his QB tiers this week, and Lamar Jackson wasn't in tier 1, but Joe Burrow was. How is that possible. Also, why is it that Jalen Hurts continuously gets disrespected by the media? Then, Nick Saban talks about the expectations for Alabama this season. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Sando put out his QB tiers this week, and Lamar Jackson wasn't in tier 1, but Joe Burrow was. How is that possible. Also, why is it that Jalen Hurts continuously gets disrespected by the media? Then, Nick Saban talks about the expectations for Alabama this season. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael sits down with OnBalance founder and former college quarterback Walt Norley for a candid conversation about bipolar disorder, the pressures facing student-athletes and the mental-health crisis unfolding on college campuses. Norley shares stories involving Nick Saban and Tony Dorsett, explains why athletes are often reluctant to seek help, and offers parents practical questions to ask about a school's mental-health resources. Original air date 6 August 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fox Sports Radio host Aaron Torres joins the show talking about Kalen DeBoer in year 3 at Alabama and how replacing Nick Saban is not an easy task.  + a preview of the ten o clock hour with the Damian Sanford interview!

College football is finally here... well, almost. This week, Ciarnan and Kev get into everything happening before Week 0, starting with the latest scheduling drama as more home-and-home series disappear from the sport. They also discuss the growing influence of prediction markets, why that could change the way fans consume college football, and the dangers that come with it. The guys also react to Vanderbilt's latest uniform reveal, Akron's wild promotion that lets a random fan call the team's first offensive series, the preseason Coaches Poll, Nick Saban's latest comments, Paul Finebaum stirring the pot, and another round of NCAA legal drama. Plus, they debate whether Notre Dame should finally join a conference before wrapping things up with a few completely unnecessary rants. We are so back.  0:00:00 – Back in college football month! Jersey patch drama, series cancellations, hype videos, and preseason feels 0:06:00 – Home-and-home cancellations: Indiana-Notre Dame, cowardly scheduling, and rivalry returns 0:12:00 – Akron lets a fan call the first series: chaos play-calling theories and Zips marketing genius 0:18:00 – Legal news: NCAA 5th-season injunctions, transfer chaos, and conspiracies 0:24:00 – Jersey patches out of control, Vanderbilt's unbranded look, and hilarious merchandising mishaps 0:30:00 – Breaking down the preseason Coaches Poll: snubs, surges, the Penn State “sweet spot,” and portal panic 0:36:00 – Top 5 teams: Is Ohio State scary? Texas hype, Georgia trust, and Notre Dame overhype 0:42:00 – Coaching expectations: Saban “under the radar,” Paul Finebaum rants, media circus, and future of Bama 0:48:00 – Life lessons and show close: Bad drivers, Kennesaw State to the natty, and hot mascot moments

College football season is almost here, and DJ and Kelsey are not holding anything back. This week on the High Low Sports Podcast: the Akron Zips are letting a season ticket holder script the opening drive of their home opener — and DJ has a 16-play, 9-minute clock-killing masterpiece ready to submit. Kelsey is going halfback dive, play-action all-go, and keeping the rest a secret. The dream scenario: fan scores on the first drive, real OC gets shut out for the rest of the game.   Then it's straight into the NCAA Top 25 rankings, broken down in chunks of 10 with zero filter. Notre Dame bailed on their bowl game and somehow got five first-place votes — Kelsey wants a preseason ranking ban and isn't shy about it. Indiana won the national championship undefeated, kept their coach, and is sitting at six while Texas is collecting first-place votes off pure reputation. LSU should be at 10 the moment Brian Kelly is gone. Tennessee has no business being ranked with a true freshman at quarterback in the SEC. Alabama is in a rebuilding year and Kalen DeBoer is not Nick Saban — take the pill. Missouri is starting Brady Cook, who lost his job at Ole Miss. Utah's Devin Dampier might be a Heisman dark horse that nobody's talking about yet.   They close out with a major announcement: Belly Up Sports is partnering with Degen Club — one platform for all your pick'ems, survivor pools, Calcutta auctions, and prediction contests. No more spreadsheets. No more chasing your friend for his buy-in. NFL Predictions Month kicks off next week.   Sharp, unfiltered, and very much not an Alabama fan club.  

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In Week 4 of this special six-part Mental Toughness Academy series on The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman introduces the most impactful performance tool he's taught for more than 16 years: The Prizefighter Day.Elite performance isn't built on motivation—it's built on intentional daily disciplines. In this session, Ben reveals the same proven system used with championship teams, Fortune 500 leaders, and top performers to create consistency, accountability, and continual peak performance. You'll learn why success isn't determined by occasional great moments, but by the decisions and choices you make every single day.Drawing on stories from coaching at Alabama under Coach Nick Saban, working with elite business leaders, and developing champions across sports and business, Ben explains how your Burn and your Prize Fighter Day work together to create a life of sustained excellence. You'll discover how to reverse-engineer your greatest successes, identify the daily disciplines that truly move the needle, and build a blueprint for winning personally, professionally, and through service to others.This week also challenges the belief that balance doesn't exist. Instead, Ben shows you how intentional discipline across every area of your life allows you to perform at your highest level without sacrificing what matters most.Inside this session, you'll build your own Prize Fighter Day, complete a seven-day performance review, and create a daily system that helps you stack winning days—one decision at a time.Because champions don't hope for great days.They design them.----------------------------------Download Your Prizefighter day - Assessment worksheet here- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HvhIv5A_XftIjm-ZxUmymlu_8awQZvvi/view?usp=sharingPurchase your Mental Toughness playbook  - https://a.co/d/0bESdAooPurchase your YOUR Burn Journal & Prizefighter Day Yearly Tracker - https://a.co/d/0aDN69s2----------------------------------Ready to take the next step?Visit www.WorkWithBNC.com to learn more about the Mental Toughness Academy, connect with our team, and get your questions answered.Don't miss the opportunity to grow as a coach and leader.Join Ben Newman for The Leaders Academy beginning September 16—an 8-week live coaching experience designed to challenge your thinking, raise your standard, and elevate your leadership.www.bennewmancoaching.com/leaders-academy---------------------------------Learn about upcoming events and coaching: https://www.workwithbnc.comGet Ben's latest book The STANDARD:  https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1stWork directly with Ben: https://www.bennewmancoaching.comConnect with Ben Newman:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFightLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693Qlogix: www.Q-logix.com/benhttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet's work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a messageOrder my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewmanConnect with me everywhere else:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFightLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

00:00 – 11:52 – Colts Rookie Defensive End and Center Grove Grad Caden Curry joins the show and discusses how camp has started for him and how he is prepared for everything that is coming his way. Plus, he’s caught a lot of flak from Carmel and Westfield people at camp, as well as IU fans after his hit on Mendoza in the Big Ten Title Game. He reflects on what he remembers about that play. 11:52 – 33:09 – Zach Osterman from the IndyStar joins us from Chicago to react to what Curt Cignetti had to say at Big Ten Media days, does he have beef with Nick Saban and the SEC? Then, they get into the roster makeup and what the quarterback position looks like, including the question at Tight End and what Cignetti had to say about it. 33:09 – 58:08 – From CBS4/FOX59, Mike Chappell joins and JMV asks him if he wants to join him at a show before they get into the Colts conversation and Mike wonders if wide receiver coach Reggie Wayne is happy with the state of the room. They also shine light on Charvarius Ward’s comments today and how open and honest he was with his decision to almost retire. What’s his outlook on Caden Curry? Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 26:15 – JMV opens a Thursday edition of The Ride with some Curt Cignetti comments from Big Ten Media Days and why when he says he’s process oriented, it lands differently than when a different team in town says they are process oriented. He touches on the Big Ten and SEC debate. Plus, he wonders what we are going to see from Alec Pierce this season and why he has to be more versatile. JMV also previews his conversation with Caden Curry, if he likes the pinstripe jerseys, the Pacers are coming back with and Max Clark got called up. 26:15 – 41:28 – Colts Rookie Defensive End and Center Grove Grad Caden Curry joins the show and discusses how camp has started for him and how he is prepared for everything that is coming his way. Plus, he’s caught a lot of flak from Carmel and Westfield people at camp, as well as IU fans after his hit on Mendoza in the Big Ten Title Game. He reflects on what he remembers about that play. 41:28 – 50:03 – After saying Caleb looks like Thomas Magnum from Magnum P.I. earlier in the show, JMV runs through some old TV show themes that remind him of Sunday night, then reads some texts from listeners. 50:03 - 1:14:02 JMV continues the TV show theme conversation before getting into Paul Finebaum audio about him betting against them last year. JMV continues to wonder if Indiana is the most hated program in the country. 1:14:02 – 1:35:32 – Zach Osterman from the IndyStar joins us from Chicago to react to what Curt Cignetti had to say at Big Ten Media days, does he have beef with Nick Saban and the SEC? Then, they get into the roster makeup and what the quarterback position looks like, including the question at Tight End and what Cignetti had to say about it. 1:35:32 – 1:38:04 – JMV reflects on the movie Hollywood Nights before wrapping up the first hour of the show. 1:38:04 – 2:06:47 – From CBS4/FOX59, Mike Chappell joins and JMV asks him if he wants to join him at a show before they get into the Colts conversation and Mike wonders if wide receiver coach Reggie Wayne is happy with the state of the room. They also shine light on Charvarius Ward’s comments today and how open and honest he was with his decision to almost retire. What’s his outlook on Caden Curry? 2:06:47 – 2:16:57 – JMV reminisces on some movies that were released on this date in history, including nightshift. He also wonders if Producer Caleb knows he hasn’t seen a movie in a theatre since September 21st 1999. 2:16:57 – 2:24:28 – JMV gives away State Fair tickets and previews tomorrow's show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour two, Crowder and Gelb analyze the start of Miami Dolphins training camp and the tactical decision to move rookie Kaden Proctor to left guard. Former Pro Bowl defensive end Kevin Carter joins the conversation to discuss the return of physicality to the NFL and share memories from his time playing under Nick Saban in Miami.

Former NFL player and College Football and NFL in-studio analyst on CBS Sports Network Kevin Carter and Channing Crowder reflect on their time with the Miami Dolphins, specifically the "what-if" scenario regarding Drew Brees and the struggles under Nick Saban. They evaluate the current landscape of college football quarterbacks, highlighting Dante Moore and Darian Mensah while looking ahead to the Florida Gators' future under Jon Sumrall. They also debate the dominance of the SEC over the Big 10.

Gelb and Crowder discuss the opening of Miami Dolphins training camp and the expectations for Malik Willis in the new offensive system. They are joined by Tyler Dunne to analyze the team's culture shift under Jeff Hafley and former defensive end Kevin Carter to reminisce about the Nick Saban era. The conversation also covers the Marlins ending their losing streak and the recent car accident involving Kyle Shanahan.

LaVar, TJ, and Plax react to Nick Saban saying the Big Ten has not surpassed the SEC in terms of football because of championships, what major cities in the US are “Football” cities, Tyreek Hill giving an update on his leg injury from September, another edition of Lightning Locker, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaac and Suke are in discussing LeBron James free agency move to the Philadelphia 76ers and wonder if the move make Philly the best team in the East. Later, the guys discuss who the Mariners should target at the trade deadline. Joey Harrington joins the program to discuss the new documentary that he will be a part of about Nick Saban. In the news, the club, and much more!

Joey Harrington joins the program for his weekly appearance. Today, Joey talks about his reasoning for being in New York. Harrington talks about Nick Saban, because he was in a documentary about Saban that is releasing on ESPN. Joey compares Saban and some of the other coaches he played for in his career.

On this episode of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington react to Lane Kiffin having his presser and dancing around questions amidst other things. Plus, the guys discuss Cole Hutson going from training camps in the NFL to back to college football, recap Nick Saban having a best conference claim, chat with Jon Paul Morosi, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 2 of the show, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington discuss Cole Hutson going from training camps in the NFL to back to college football. Plus, the guys recap Nick Saban having a best conference claim, we have another edition of Rei-Rei's Roulette, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Was the outrage over Jon Sumrall's SEC Media Days podium joke completely overblown? And did Kalen DeBoer actually give the most Nick Saban-like answer possible when asked whether his Alabama tenure will be defined by winning a national championship? Jim Dunaway joins Connor O'Gara for Episode 6 of The Connor O'Gara Show to break down the biggest stories and debates coming out of SEC Media Days in Tampa. Connor and Jim discuss the reaction to Jon Sumrall's podium comments, Ryan Silverfield's response, the pressure on sports media personalities to manufacture outrage and which SEC players made the biggest impression in person—including Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown, Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Texas star Arch Manning. The conversation also dives deep into Kalen DeBoer's championship expectations at Alabama, Stephen A. Smith's criticism of DeBoer, Nick Saban's famous “process” mentality and why Alabama could be one of the most unpredictable teams in college football. Jim explains why the Crimson Tide could finish anywhere from 12-0 to 7-5 and why Alabama's front seven remains such a major concern entering the 2026 season. Plus, Connor and Jim discuss the SEC's potential nine-game conference schedule, Greg Sankey's College Football Playoff argument, whether a 9-3 SEC team would receive the benefit of the doubt and how many automatic playoff spots the conference deserves. The episode closes with a conversation about perfect family vacations, Jim's childhood trips to Dauphin Island, becoming a Disney family and Connor's upcoming getaway to Door County, Wisconsin. Like the video, share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more episodes of The Connor O'Gara Show and year-round college football coverage from The Next Round. Topics Include:

In this Heartland College Sports episode, Pete Mundo explains why the SEC just had its worst week in years, and why the league is now using excuses it would have never fathomed using just a few short years ago. From commissioner Greg Sankey, to Lane Kiffin, to ESPN "analyst" Nick Saban, the conference had a DUD of an SEC Media Days.Subscribe if you're SICK of the SEC/Big Ten Bias in college football media.

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On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about more teams going to camp, how the unseasonably cool weather has it feeling like football season, all the different quotes coming out from coaches at SEC media day, and everything else happening in the sports world. They're also joined by several great guests including 2x Grey Cup Champion, 6 year NFL veteran at WR, ESPN NFL analyst Andrew Hawkins; ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania; 7x National Champion, the GOAT, College GameDay panelist, Nick Saban; and ESPN NFL analyst/host, host of the Schrager Hour, Peter Schrager. Make sure to subscribe to ⁠youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow⁠ or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker joins Mick Gillespie on Last Call to break down the Crimson Tide's quarterback battle, Austin Mack's command of the offense and the biggest questions facing Alabama football heading into the new season. What does it really mean when a quarterback is described as a “human playbook?” Coker explains why mastering an offense involves much more than memorizing plays, including helping teammates get properly aligned, understanding defensive looks and recognizing the small details that can determine whether a play succeeds. Coker also shares unforgettable stories from his Alabama career, including the broken play against Auburn that ended with a touchdown pass to ArDarius Stewart—even as Nick Saban yelled for him to throw the ball away. He discusses the special pieces of Alabama football history he has preserved, including the game-winning ball against Tennessee and the football from the final snap of the Crimson Tide's national championship victory. The conversation also examines:

ESPN and SEC Network analyst Paul Finebaum joins The Next Round live from SEC Media Days in Tampa to break down the biggest storylines in the Southeastern Conference. Finebaum reacts to Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer's answer when asked whether his tenure in Tuscaloosa will ultimately be defined by winning a national championship. Paul—and many others—were not satisfied with DeBoer's response, leading to a larger conversation about the pressure facing Alabama football and the championship expectations that come with replacing Nick Saban. We also discuss whether Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding won SEC Media Days, the early momentum surrounding the Rebels and whether Golding can sustain long-term success in Oxford. Plus, Finebaum shares his thoughts on the biggest winners, questions and storylines coming out of SEC Media Days. Can Kalen DeBoer meet Alabama's national championship standard? Is Pete Golding building something sustainable at Ole Miss? Watch the full interview and let us know what you think in the comments.

Could the SEC actually break away from the NCAA? On this episode of Last Call, Mick Gillispie and former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker react to Greg Sankey's eye-opening comments from SEC Media Days and discuss why college football's lack of leadership, inconsistent NIL rules and massive financial disparities could eventually lead to a new super-league. The guys examine how a potential SEC and Big Ten breakaway could reshape college football, whether programs like Clemson and Florida State could eventually join the SEC, and why the current system cannot regulate Alabama, Texas, Ohio State and Michigan the same way it regulates smaller athletic departments. Jake also revisits the legendary feud between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher, revealing how personally Fisher took Saban's comments about Texas A&M recruiting. With NIL spending now becoming the standard across college football, does Jimbo's furious response look even worse in hindsight? The conversation then turns to the culture Nick Saban built at Alabama. Jake shares inside stories about the player-led leadership of Jarran Reed, Jonathan Allen, A'Shawn Robinson, Ryan Anderson and other Crimson Tide stars—including how Scott Cochran reportedly broke a second-place trophy to reinforce Alabama's championship-or-bust mentality. Can that type of culture still exist in the transfer portal and NIL era? Plus, Alabama was picked to finish a stunning seventh in the SEC preseason poll. Are Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide being overlooked? Jake breaks down Ryan Grubb's quarterback development, Alabama's loaded QB room, Kane Wommack's defense, concerns about the offensive line and running game, and why the Tide could once again use preseason disrespect as motivation. And, of course, Jake and Mick debate what truly qualifies someone as a “redneck,” complete with stories about Jimbo Fisher, hunting, giant bucks and turkey heads.

The America 250 celebration gives the guys a patriotic jump-start as Zach brings back a firsthand report from Washington, D.C., including a moving visit to the Museum of the Bible, run-ins with secret service, and the world's largest-ever fireworks show. Jase, Al, and Zach connect America's story to the deeper foundation of Scripture, tracing how God's Word has endured through history and still points people toward the source of real freedom. Jase follows a biblical trail showing how Jesus fulfills the 10 words of creation, the 10 commandments, and the “I am” statements that reveal his divine identity.  In this episode: James 2:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; James 2:22-23; Matthew 5:17; Luke 24:44; John 1:1, 14; Genesis 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24, 26, 28-29; Exodus 3:2-6, 14; John 6:35; John 8:12, 24, 28, 58; John 10:7, 11; John 11:25; John 14:6; John 15:1; John 3:14, 19-21; John 12:32; James 4:10; Philippians 2:8-9; Hebrews 13:8; John 17:5; Matthew 28:18-20; Hebrews 10:28-29 “Unashamed” Episode 1372 is sponsored by: https://cozyearth.com/unashamed — Get up to 20% off when you use our link and code UNASHAMED!  https://chministries.org/unashamed — Get a better solution at half the cost of traditional healthcare! http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters 00:00 Jase Gets Sucked into the World Cup 06:18 Jase Solves the Problem of American Soccer 11:20 Al's Grandson Takes the World Cup Loss Hard 14:27 Zach's Wild Fourth of July Trip to D.C. 21:13 Fulfilling the “Royal Law” of Scriptures 29:29 The 10 Words of Creation & the 10 Commandments 34:53 Jesus' 10 “I Am” Statements in John 40:10 The Identity of Jesus in the Father 47:05 Jesus as the Fulfillment of Moses and Abraham — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices