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In this episode of Gangland Wire, Host retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins dives into the shadowy intersection of organized gambling and college athletics through the story of Frank “Lefty” Rosenthal.  During the early 1960s, Rosenthal built his reputation by identifying weaknesses in sports systems, particularly among vulnerable college athletes. He met one who could not be bought, Mickey Bruce of Oregon. At the center of this story is a little-known but pivotal attempt at a fix involving the Oregon Ducks. Rosenthal and his associate, David Budin, believed they had found an opening, but they ran headlong into the integrity of Oregon halfback Mickey Bruce. Bruce flatly refused the bribe, setting off a chain reaction that would help expose a much wider pattern of corruption in college sports.   I break down how this wasn't an isolated incident but part of a nationwide effort by gamblers to influence outcomes and exploit young athletes. The episode explores the mechanics of organized gambling, attempts to fix games, and why college sports became such an attractive target for mob-connected bookmakers. The story reaches a dramatic turning point during U.S. Senate hearings on gambling in college athletics, where Mickey Bruce publicly identified Lefty Rosenthal as one of the men who tried to corrupt him. It's a rare moment in mob history—one where a gambler is named in open testimony by a player who refused to bend.   From there, I trace Rosenthal's continued rise in the gambling world, from Miami to Las Vegas, where he would help shape modern sports betting while repeatedly managing to stay one step ahead of serious legal consequences. Rosenthal’s story raises enduring questions about accountability, the limits of law enforcement, and why some figures seem untouchable. I close the episode by reflecting on Rosenthal's legacy—and on Mickey Bruce's quiet heroism.   Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to “buy me a cup of coffee” Subscribe to the website for weekly notifications about updates and other Mob information. To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent ‘Brothers against Brothers’ or ‘Gangland Wire,’ the documentaries click here.  To purchase one of my books, click here. 0:03 The Story Begins 4:14 The Bribe Attempt 7:58 The Aftermath of Scandal 12:26 The Rise of Lefty 14:34 College Sports and Corruption 18:58 The Online Gambling Boom 22:26 The Fall of Adrian McPherson 24:24 Mickey Bruce’s Legacy [0:00] Hey, hey, all you wiretappers, back here in the studio of Gangland Wire. This is Gary Jenkins, a retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit detective. I worked a mob for about 14 years, and now I tell some mob stories, as many as I can find. And we all know Lefty Rosenthal. We all know Robert De Niro played him as Ace Rothstein in the film movie Casino. And that movie, part of the reason it was so good that Nicholas Pelleggi, the screenwriter, and wrote the book, was able to spend hours and hours interviewing Lefty Rosenthal in real life. He had gone to Florida by then and it seemed like the mob wasn’t after him anymore. They had one attempted bombing of him, if you remember. [0:41] So it was a really good movie. There’s really good depiction of that era and that system that they had going out there. Let’s go back on Lefty Rosenthal’s history to a guy that he couldn’t corrupt. Lefty Rosenthal thought he could corrupt anybody, but he found a guy that he couldn’t corrupt. It was really one of his early cases where law enforcement, the FBI, and other state law enforcement agencies figured out Lefty Rosenthal was somebody, and he was a pretty big gambler. He was a nationwide gambler. In 1960, the Oregon Ducks had a pretty good team. What a name, the Oregon Ducks. They had a man named Dave Grayson and the quarterback with Dave Gross in the backfield. They had a 5’3 All-American receiver named Cleveland Jones. What a name, Cleveland Jones. They went 7-2-1. They lost to Michigan, and they also lost to eventual Rose Bowl champ Washington. But this was good enough to gain a Liberty Bowl invite to play Penn State. Oregon lost the bowl and played in two feet of snow and freezing temperatures in Philadelphia that year. [1:50] But the biggest news of the season was made during their trip to Ann Arbor to play Michigan. They had this potential All-American player named Mickey Bruce, who really was obscure compared to especially this Dave Gross or this Cleveland Jones, who was an unusual player. He was a president of his fraternity. He was a former Little League World Series star. He was the son of an attorney. He was a team captain. He played halfback and defensive back. And there was two professional gamblers came to Ann Arbor that year and they didn’t know much about this guy, but they did know, one of them’s name was Budin, David Budin, and the other one was Frank Lefty Rosenthal. They didn’t know much about Mickey Bruce, but they had a connection to him. A guy who played for the Oregon State basketball team named Jimmy Granada and knew Boudin from when they were little kids growing up on the basketball courts in New York City. Now, Granada told Mickey that he had two friends staying at the team hotel and they needed tickets. This time, players could then were given tickets and they could turn around and sell them to people. Boudin ended up finding him and introduced himself and said he was Jimmy Granada’s friend and invited Mickey up to the room and said, I’m the guy that needs a couple of tickets. [3:15] Mickey was a little bit hesitant, but didn’t know this guy. He’s probably got a New York accent, probably slick, more than likely. He hesitated at first and booted and said, just take a few minutes. I just want to get you to go and get those tickets. And so he goes him, so he follows him into the room and he finds Lefty Rosenthal waiting there, who he doesn’t know and won’t even have any idea who he is till much later. So they chatted a little bit about the game as people will and ask him questions about the team. And Rosenthal mentioned that Oregon was a six-point underdog. He said, do you don’t think a player could be bribed? Mickey said, I suppose they could. Buden then cut in. He said, Mickey, he said, what do you think it would cost to ensure that Michigan won by at least eight points? Mickey plays along. He says, you’re the big-time gamblers. You should know. So Buden said, about $5,000. And Mickey said, that’s probably fine. [4:14] Mickey said, let me check into this. And he said, I’m late for a team meeting and I got to get going. So they made plans to meet later on about 9 p.m. Mickey was no fool or small town rube. His father had been a Chicago attorney and he now practice in El Cajon, California. [4:31] He raced to catch up with his teammates and told an assistant coach about the bribe who told the athletic director, who then called in the Michigan State Police, who called in the FBI. And they told Mickey to go ahead and show up at 9 p.m. at the meeting in the hotel room. They don’t want to apprehend Buden and Rosenthal right now. They want to get some more information and really get a real solid bribery attempt out of them. So acting on the advice of these cops, Mickey goes back to the hotel room that evening. [5:00] Buden and Rosenthal start talking to him. And so they gave him tips about how to carry out this scheme without attracting any attention. Buden and Rosenthal say, we’ll give you an extra $5,000 and you can get the quarterback, Dave Gross, to go along with this scheme. He said, Mickey, you just need to let some pass receivers get behind you once in a while and let them run up the score a little bit. And you’re not going to win anyhow, more than likely. Get the quarterback to call a few wrong plays nobody really ever noticed. And he said, I’ll give you each $5,000 after the game if you’ll do that. He also offered Mickey $100 a week just to call him at his house down in Florida and update him about the health of Oregon’s team before weekly betting lines were released makes you wonder how many guys did Rosenthal have calling him to update him on injuries and everything on different college teams and professional too. Because I know from doing a story before that Ocardo and a lot of the Chicago gangsters really valued Rosenthal’s tips on making their football bets. He seemed to have some kind of an inside track. [6:08] As he got ready to leave, Mickey said, oh, wait a minute. I gave you those tickets. You got to pay me, which were only worth about three bucks each. And so Lefty gave him 50 bucks for the two tickets. Mickey would remember later that he had to roll $100 bills in his pocket, which is typical for a high-flyer, high-rolling kind of a dude like that, have a big roll of cash in your pocket. And then you reach down in, peel some off so everybody can see how much money you got in your pocket. Rosenthal said, hey, I got to leave tonight, but see my friend Buden in the morning, David Buden, and he’ll give you the money. Mickey agreed, went back to his room. The next morning, while eating breakfast with his teammates, he sees a state trooper leading Buden out of the hotel in handcuffs, and then missed Lefty Rosenthal, who, as he had told them the night before, the Lefty was going to be leaving, and they had made a good bribery attempt. I don’t know what the police were waiting on. They were trying to make an even better case or something. I guess they probably They wanted him to go back in and catch them all together with the money. But then lefty left, and they went ahead and pulled the trigger early. You never know how these things work out exactly and what was at play. During the game, Mickey, I tell you what, Mickey played his heart out. He got an interception for a touchdown. It didn’t make any difference. Michigan won easily, 21 to nothing, and easily covered the six-point spread. [7:28] A player will later be asked about this, and part of the reason was he said the coach had called a late-night team meeting and told them about this bribery attempt and asked them if any of them had been approached. Of course, everybody said no. Whether they had or not, they’re going to say no. But this player said it really shook us. We just had no rhythm. We just couldn’t get together for that game. [7:50] Buden, when he was arrested, it turns out he was arrested for registering at a hotel under a fake name. He ends up paying some little fine and leaving town. [7:58] Lefty was long gone the next day. It’s possible that Rosenthal and Buden knew that just attempting this bribe might have the negative impact on Oregon’s chances against the spread anyhow. All we know for sure is they got off scot-free in the end, and Buden paid a $100 fine or whatever. Lefty, but he did get exposed because Mickey Bruce, he didn’t have any idea of what he was getting drawn into, but it became a nationwide scandal. Basketball and football games, college games were being influenced on a wide scale by these gambling interests and Lefty Rosenthal was right in the middle of it all. Part of the McClellan committee, Senator McClellan of Arkansas convened his select committee just to investigate gambling and college athletics later that year. Because of this Michigan interaction with Lefty and college players and attempted bribery, they brought Mickey Bruce in. September the 8th, 1961, there’s a Senate hearing witness table. And sitting at that table is Mickey Bruce at one side and Frank Lefty Rosenthal at the other. And this was the same Frank he’d met at this hotel room. And he literally fingered Rosenthal as one of the men who attempted to bribe him. That photo that I’ve got in there, if you’re on YouTube, Rosenthal fled the fifth, of course. [9:27] Committee here, meetings like that, really what they’re good for is to stir law enforcement and bring people out and bring out and get the public riled up against organized crime. That’s what McClellan’s committee was really good for. They had several of those committees that finally got local authorities and the FBI to start looking at organized crime. And in particular, this is the mother’s milk of organized crime by now is gambling. And college sports gambling was the thing at the time. There was some pro teams going on, but it didn’t have near the action going down on it that the college teams had. There was a lot more interest in college and a lot more college games every week. Later on the next year, Wayne County, Michigan District Attorney’s Office wanted Mickey Bruce to come back to Detroit and swear out a complaint against the people that tried to bribe him and name him and give statements and everything. Bruce, by then, he didn’t really want to mess with it. He was playing football. He had his fraternity work. He had to keep his grades up because he was going to law school. [10:32] But they had a game against Ohio State that November. Michigan authorities thought, just come in and see us when you’re here. But he was out for the season by then. He had separated his shoulder, and he never really played again when they were playing Stanford earlier that year. He wasn’t going to go back to Michigan. His coaches tried to get him to cooperate, but he said, I’m done with the whole matter. In an interview, he said, as far as I’m concerned, this whole thing should have been dead a month ago after it happened. He conferred with his father, and they both said they can’t really make him do that. [11:05] He said, I didn’t have time to go. I’ve got all these school activities that I’m doing, and I just don’t want to go. And he said, the Michigan police botched this thing from the start. They should have stuck around, and they should have got Rosenthal before they left town. There were several things they should have done, and it was a poorly run investigation that probably wasn’t going to succeed anyhow. And he said it had been over a year, and he said, I don’t really remember exactly what happened. I understand all that, and he could have helped him make a case, but there’s an obscure a paragraph in Lefty Rosenthal’s FBI file. And it might explain a little more about why Mickey Bruce didn’t testify in a criminal trial against Lefty. It already testified and pointed him out in the McClellan hearing. But right after that, his mother received a telephone call in her home in El Cajon, California. Now, there’s some, it says name redacted, but you can easily fill in the name. 1961, September 1961, name redacted, El Cajon, received a phone call from an unidentified male asking if, name redacted, can you fill in, Mickey Bruce, name redacted, answered in the negative, at which time this person uttered an oath and added, you’re going to get it, and so is he. I think it’s pretty easy to fill in the names of Mickey Bruce and his mother easily. [12:26] Bruce stayed home Oregon went to Columbus Lost to the Buckeyes again Wayne County DA Dropped any cases Against Buden and Rosenthal For lack of evidence Lefty will continue During these years To run his sports book Out of Florida He’ll continue Traveling around the country And making contact With people in the College sports world Trying to bribe players And coaches And gather information And. [12:50] Cops in Miami were watching Lefty by then, 1960, New Year’s Eve. Police Chief Martin Dardis of Miami knocked on Rosenthal’s door with a group of guys and found him in his bedroom in his pajamas. He had a telephone in one hand and a small black book in the other. Dardis took the phone away from him and started answering the calls, and they were from bettors all around the country. He remembered that there was one guy named Amos who wanted to place a bet on a football game on New Year’s Day. And Dardis handed the phone to Rosenthal who told the guy that was calling in says you’re talking to a cop you stupid SOB. [13:28] During that raid, Rosenthal complained he’d paid $500 to keep local police from harassing his bookmaking operations. He said, you guys must be kidding. [13:37] Evidently, you didn’t get your piece. About a year later, February 1962, after the Senate hearings, detective knocked on his door again in Miami. He came to the door sporting dapper attire, which he was a really dapper dresser, and he had painted fingernails, according to a newspaper account. He said, I’ve been expecting you. [13:58] The detectives arrested Rosenthal, not for bribing Mickey Bruce, but he and his friend Buden faced charges in North Carolina for offering $500 to Ray Paprocki, a basketball player at NYU, and wanted to shave points in a 1960 NCAA tournament against West Virginia. During this time, authorities had uncovered a nationwide network of fixtures who conspired to influence hundreds of college basketball games over a five-year period. In the end, 37 players from 22 schools were arrested on charges relating to [14:31] port shaving. Man, that’s, boy, that was huge. We’ve got these guys going down now periodically that are getting involved because of the apps. And we’re going to get a little more into that. This gambling thing and college athletics especially, but even pro athletics. It’s a corrupting force, guys. I know a lot of you like to bet on games, but it really, there’s a real potential for corrupting the game. And in the end, if they keep it up and people keep corrupting these games, it’s just going to be like wrestling. You’ll just, somebody will control who’s going to win and who’s going to lose in every contest. That’s what these gamblers would like to get, and they’d make all the money. [15:08] Rosenthal pleaded no contest. He got a $6,000 fine for trying to fix this NYU-West Virginia game. He claimed that David Buden gave up his name and that he said later on, trying to clear himself of that, that that wasn’t really me. David Buden did it, and he would have given up his mother’s stay away from what he had to face. That was when the Nevada Gaming Control Board was after him. [15:33] In 1967, Rosenthal, under the watch of the Chicago Outfit, started acting like his outfit bosses and bring outfit tactics down to Miami. He started intimidating rival bookies and others in Miami who incurred his wrath. He ordered bombings of the territory. I interviewed the son of a CIA operative named, his father’s name was Ricardo Monkey Morales. Look back and see if you can find that interview of the son of Monkey Morales. I think Monkey Morales was probably in the title. And he told us about his father’s relationship with Rosenthal. He told him that Lefty had told his dad that he represented organized crime out of Chicago. And he said that Morales said that Rosenthal paid him. He said that Rosenthal paid Monkey Morales to blow up Alfie’s newsstand with a bookie joint in the back. He also had him, they had him blow up a car and a boat owned by a well-known jewelry thief that the mob was pressuring to do some burglaries for them. He also had him explode a bomb. I remember this, explode a bomb in the front yard of a Miami police officer trying to show his power. I guess this guy was messing with him or something, trying to tell everybody he was connected to the outfit and don’t mess with me. [16:50] Morales would also claim that he’d witnessed Rosenthal meeting with Tony Splatron in Miami in 1967. [16:58] 1970s, he goes to Las Vegas at the request of the outfit, which we all know. We’ll go back over it a little bit. Even legitimate gambling people will say he invented the sportsbook industry in Las Vegas. They didn’t really do that before. And Sports Illustrated once called him the greatest living expert on sports gambling. He’ll die in 2008 of natural causes down in Florida after all the skimming investigation went down and people started going to grand juries and being indicted and going to trials and everything. All the mobsters did. Several people in Las Vegas did. A guy out of the Tropicanda who was Kansas City’s man, Joe Augusto, and a guy named Carl Thomas who worked at both casinos and helping in skimming and several other guys that worked in the casino business. But guess who never was indicted? And guess who never even was called in for an interview? And guess who just hid out? Lefty Rosenthal. Makes you wonder, doesn’t it? Jane Ann Morrison of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Finally, they get an FBI agent to confirm to her that he was a top echelon informant during all this time. They try to blow him up in his Cadillac, another famous attempted mob hit. A lot of people speculate on that. They’ll always say it was Kansas City because they thought he was an informant all along. and never liked him and never trust him because he really, he brought all the heat down out in Las Vegas. Now, the heat was coming anyhow, but he maybe brought it a little bit quicker. [18:24] There’s a former federal prosecutor out of Las Vegas that once said, it’s been said you should never speak ill of the dead, but there are exceptions to the rule, and Frank Rosenthal is one of those exceptions. He is an awful human being. [18:38] Dave Budin, the guy who first approached Mickey Bruce, Yes. Continues in the sportsbook game and draws his son Steve into it. And by the 1990s, the online betting industry has taken over from your neighborhood bookie and a mob just running everything. It’s a multi-billion dollar thorn in the side of the U.S. authorities. [18:59] 1998, federal prosecutors indicted Miami gambler David Buden, same man that tried to bribe Mickey Bruce, and indicted Buden’s son for running something called SDB Global. [19:13] Which later became SBG. Federal authorities prosecuted Boudin under a federal anti-gambling statute because SDB Global was incorporated in Costa Rica, but it was based in Miami. Pleaded guilty and got a $750,000 fine. In Kansas City, during those same years, the son of the feared mafia capo, if you will, Willie the Rat Comisano, Willie Comisano Jr., They headed up a group of bookies that contained the names and sons and other extended relatives of many Kansas City Mafia members out of the 50s and 60s. And they were using the internet and dealing with either SDB Global or one of the other sports betting sites that sprung up in Costa Rica because they were all over the place. Budins were high flyers in this doing business out of Costa Rica. And they were making a lot of money, a lot of money. In 2004, SBG comes to the attention of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. They sent an undercover in, and they asked an SBG operator why the company required customers to call before wiring each new deposit. And he got him on tape to say, because we change the names in the countries of the middlemen all the time. The agent suggested that the process made it uneasy, and the employee of SBG said, you don’t have to worry about it. Lots of people do it. [20:35] Well, during this investigation, they also found there was a Florida State star quarterback named Adrian McPherson was placing bets on games that he was playing in and ends up getting dismissed from the Florida State Seminoles football team. He was a rising star, a rising young star quarterback. In the investigation, they learned he’d already lost $8,000 to a local bookie who’d cut him off. He was giving him, extending him credit. Guy owed him $8,000 and he cut him off. So that’s when he turned to online SBG sites. Now, you have to pay up front. So he was getting some money to gamble somehow, and he tried to hide this activity by using a roommate, but a review of his phone records showed several calls to STB, and one time was, like, just before, there were, like, two in a row. And that’s how they were, like, trying to hide it and then pass it off to make it look like there was somebody else making the bet. He eventually gets arrested. He pleads to lesser charges. But one of those charges was check forgery. And when a gambler starts losing, many times they’ll turn to those white-collar crimes like check forgery, embezzlement. They’ll start stealing from their work, shoplifting, drug dealing. They can do anything like a junkie, man. They’ll do anything to keep gambling. [21:52] I once knew a guy said he couldn’t even walk into a casino because he just starts getting a rush. He just can’t stay away from the machines once he walks in. So he totally has to stay out. Adrian McPherson, he was also an all-star baseball player. Even though he is kicked out of college ball for betting on his own team, he then gets drafted. The New Orleans Saints in 2005 draft him. They want him as their starting quarterback. But they also drafted a guy named Drew Brees, who ended up leading him to the Super Bowl in 2006. [22:27] Now, later in that season or during that season, the Tennessee Titan mascot will accidentally hit McPherson with a golf cart. He sues him for several million dollars. The following year, he does this. He’s been injured by this golf cart. I don’t know if it wasn’t a career injury, obviously, but they also the gambling thing. And the following year, he appears with the Grand Rapid Rampage AFL team. Then he goes to a Canadian team. Then he plays on a variety of arena football teams, a different one every year almost. And finally, in 2018, the Jacksonville Sharks, which is an arena team, releases him. His gambling led him to a free fall into obscurity. He was on his way up to life-changing generational wealth, and the gambling just got him. [23:17] Let’s go back a minute, you know, all these, I’ll be telling all these stories about these low rents and degenerate gamblers. Let’s go back to the incorruptible Mickey Bruce. He was injured during 1961 during his senior year. His last game was in 1961 against Stanford. His three seasons of Oregon, he rushed 29 times for 128 yards. At one touchdown, he caught 10 passes for 113 yards and three touchdowns. Defensively, he intercepted six passes in the last season, returned six punts for an 11-yard average. He ends up being drafted in the 24th round of the 1962 AFL draft by the Oakland Raiders, but he never pursued a professional football career. Instead, he followed his father’s footsteps. He went to law school and became a lawyer out in California. [24:08] Michael J. Bruce, his story goes really beyond the gridiron. He’s on that very short list of individuals who have implicated gangsters, pointed them out in court, and survived. And he prospered from then on under [24:20] his own name. He didn’t go in witness protection or anything like that. He might not have agreed to prosecute Lefty going back to Michigan for that other case, but he did stand up and point at Lefty Rosenthal and say, he’s the one that tried to bribe me. 1981, Mickey Bruce will get the Leo Harris Award. Presented to alumni, alumnus Letterman, who have been out of college for 20 years and have demonstrated continuous service and leadership to the university. Some of the other, Alberto Salazar went to Oregon. He got it. A guy named Dan Fouts, I know that name, Johnny Robinson, Bill Dellinger. [25:02] So guys, it’s much better to get a Lifetime Achievement Award for doing good than to get a car bomb or to die in obscurity. So thanks, guys. That’s the story of Lefty Rosenthal and his earlier years before the skimming and really the story of a tribute to Mickey Bruce, a guy that stood up and did the right thing when it needed to be done. Thanks, guys. 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Joe Zagacki is joined by Miami Hurricanes basketball head coach Jai Lucas after a remarkable quad 1 win at Florida State. They talk about what they won and how they were able to rebound after a heartbreaking loss at Virginia this past Saturday afternoon

On this edition of the hurricane hotline, Joe Zagacki is joined by Miami Hurricanes basketball head coach Jai Lucas after a remarkable quad 1 win at Florida State. They talk about what they won and how they were able to rebound after a heartbreaking loss at Virginia this past Saturday afternoon. Joe Zagacki is then joined by the voice of the ACC, Wes Durham as he talks with Joe Zagacki about the Canes basketball team and talks about how they're a tournament team this year. He talks about the roster and also how is the key for the Hurricanes

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Crain & Cone break down several of the top quarterback battles in the country going into next season, from Alabama and Tennessee to Virginia, North Carolina, and Nebraska, with On3's J.D. PicKell -- -- -- 1st Phorm: https://1stphorm.com/BOOSTER -- -- -- Good Ranchers: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Code: BOOSTER -- -- -- FitBod: Fitbod.me/BOOSTER -- -- -- For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com -- -- -- Intro: 0:00-2:34 5. Tennessee: 2:35-9:07 1st Phorm: 9:08-10:24 4. Nebraska: 10:25-15:19 3. North Carolina: 15:20-20:01 Good Ranchers: 20:02-21:32 2. Virginia: 21:33-26:34 1. Alabama: 26:35-34:21 FitBod: 34:22-35:49 Oregon, Florida, Florida State, etc.: 35:50-41:53 J.D.'s conspiracy for Tennessee QB: 41:54-44:06 Wrapping up with J.D. PicKell: 44:07-45:16 -- -- -- Follow Our Socials: X / Twitter: @CrainandCone Instagram: @CrainCompany TikTok: @CrainandCone Crain & Cone, hosted by former college athletes Jake Crain, Blain Crain, and David Cone, is a college sports show dedicated to delivering quality analysis and passionate insight to the most die-hard fans.For partnership inquiries, please contact: crainandconesales@on3.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Baseball America college reporter Jacob Rudner and national writer Geoff Pontes look back at the first full week of the season, including the No. 1 UCLA Bruins' sweep of then-No. 8 TCU, Texas and Georgia Tech getting off to hot starts and Oklahoma's fast rise in the Top 25. Rudner and Pontes also dive deeper on five teams with varying levels of concern.(4:09) UCLA dominates TCU(13:33) Texas off to a great start(19:29) Georgia Tech's historic offensive start(22:34) Oklahoma enters the top 10(30:54) The Fear Index(31:33) TCU's five-game skid(34:06) Coastal Carolina drops in the poll(38:36) How much should you worry about Florida State?(40:43) Tennessee upset by Kent State(46:17) Oregon State falls from the top 20(54:32) What we're watching in Week 3Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Griffin Warner talk betting for Tuesday. Griffin Warner returned to break down a packed Tuesday card featuring Champions League second leg matchups and a deep slate of college basketball, while also unveiling a significant promotional offer. The European focus begins with Atletico Madrid hosting Club Bruges after a dramatic 3 3 draw in Belgium. Atletico, now one and a quarter goal favorites at home, surrendered both a 2 0 and 3 2 lead in the first leg. Bruges, who covered plus one and a half previously, showed resilience with several quality attacking moments and a late equalizer. With aggregate scoring determining advancement and extra time looming if tied, Warner prefers holding Bruges plus one and a quarter, anticipating a potentially conservative Atletico approach if they secure a lead. The to advance price heavily favors Atletico, yet Warner does not dismiss Bruges entirely. Inter Milan face a steeper challenge, trailing 3 1 on aggregate to Norwegian side Butuglimpt. Inter are two goal favorites in Milan and minus 1.30 to advance despite the deficit. Road goals no longer matter, increasing the likelihood of extra time if Inter win by two. Warner expects Butuglimpt to defend but remain opportunistic on counters, suggesting plus two and the under three and three quarters could offer value in a controlled match where Inter must press but may struggle to run away. Bayer Leverkusen return home with a 2 0 advantage over Olympiakos after scoring twice in quick succession in Athens. Leverkusen are three quarter goal favorites, yet Warner sees intrigue in Olympiakos if forced to attack. The total sits at three shaded under, but given both sides' scoring tendencies he leans toward over three at plus money, even though Leverkusen are overwhelming favorites to advance. Newcastle's tie appears effectively decided after a dominant first leg against an Azerbaijani opponent, with the English side laying two and a half goals. Warner notes lineup dependent volatility and suggests monitoring numbers shortly before kickoff. Shifting to college basketball, Washington laying five at Rutgers raises red flags due to travel and Rutgers' home setting. Dayton catching five at home against St. Louis stands out given the Flyers' environment despite SLU's strong resume. Notre Dame plus seventeen against top ranked Duke is described as a hold your nose spot, while Georgetown as a short home favorite versus Marquette fits Warner's preferred range for laying points. He questions Virginia's rating against NC State, highlights Cincinnati plus six at Texas Tech after a key injury to JT Toppin, and evaluates West Virginia at Oklahoma State in a Big 12 bubble battle. Oklahoma plus two at home against Auburn becomes the featured play, with Warner expressing skepticism toward short road favorites in critical bubble scenarios. Additional notes include intrigue with Florida State as a home underdog to Miami, Arizona State catching points at TCU, and Nevada at pickem hosting New Mexico. The promotional code West25 offers 25 percent off any purchase at Pregame.com through March 2, including season long access packages, marking the largest discount he has provided on the platform. The official best bet closes the show with Oklahoma plus two on the home floor in Norman against Auburn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a baseball-themed episode of the pod, Evan Bland and Ben Doody go over Evan's latest Omaha Eight list of the teams on track to make it to the College World Series. Plus, the guys recap a weekend in which the Huskers beat Florida State and look ahead to a big weekend series at Auburn. 

Sacramento Kings end 16-game losing streak with win in Memphis over Grizzlies, Magic continue road trip tonight with game against The Lakers, Duke jump to #1 ranking in yesterday's AP College Basketball poll, UCF has crucial game tonight against BYU, Miami and Florida State face each other, more in today's Sports Page with Mike Bianchi

Chris Nee from Noles247 for FSU football joins Larry Blustein to talk about the Noles offseason for football. They talk about what Florida State needs to do as they need to bounce back as a whole.

Former Miami Hurricanes Basketball standout Tamara James joins the show as she's been honored to have a Gym named after her for her alma mater, South Broward. She talks about the legacy she's a part of at South Broward for basketball. Drew Davis joins Larry Blustein to talk about the 2026 Orange Bowl Recruiting showcase, which is this weekend on February 28th at St Thomas University. They talk about how great for the College coaches to see other athletes that they haven't recruited or watched since the fall season. Head Coach Anthony Walker of Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace joins Larry Blustein to talk about the program he runs as head coach and why it's also important that schools now have academic money next to athletic money. He also talks about why coaching at a private school is a huge advantage for kids going on to the next level in college. Chris Nee from Noles247 for FSU football joins Larry Blustein to talk about the Noles' offseason for football. They talk about what Florida State needs to do as they need to bounce back as a whole. Aiden Hartnett is a junior Offensive lineman at Plantation American Heritage as he talks about the recent camps he was doing a combine for the offensive line. He talks about why he likes to compete with the best and get more exposure, and also working out 3 times a day. When watching games, especially on Sundays, he strives to be like former Dallas Cowboys OL Larry Allen and Zach Martin. Jazz Santana from the sixth ring canes football joins Larry Blustein to talk about all the latest news with the University of Miami for their football team. They talk about the wide variety of topics from the recruiting class and the transfer portal.

Kelly and Mac sit down with Warchant.com's Ira Schoffel to talk about Florida State's 2025 season! PLUS a look ahead at the Seminoles in 2026. Presented by Ingles Markets.Sponsored by Rhoback, use code GMPOD for 20% off.Produced by Richmond Weaver

Clemson drops a third straight in ACC play with an ugly loss at Wake Forest, and Swanny asks the hard question — is this just a slump or something deeper? Tim Bourret joins to break down the basketball slide, Jamie Bradford brings elite college baseball insight ahead of rivalry week, and the Tigers look to regroup before Florida State comes to town.

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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! VISIT TheBuckeyeCast.com https://thebuckeyecast.com/ What is Ohio State's identity in 2026? After losing two first-round linebackers (Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese) and multiple vocal leaders, the Buckeyes aren't just replacing production — they're redefining who they are. In this episode, we break down:

Ohio State football kicks off its spring schedule in less than three weeks, and one of the areas that will get the most attention is the new look safety unit. Former Duke safety Terry Moore, and Florida State transfer Earl Little are joining Matt Guerreri's position group, along with returning starter Jaylan McClain. But can talented young players like Blaine Bradford, Leroy Roker, or Deshawn Stewart make a push for playing time, too?In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more.

Florida State moved to 3-0 with a 13-3 run-rule win over Jacksonville in eight innings on Tuesday. This episode, we're joined by former Seminole pitcher and current broadcaster Chris Chavez as we break down the JU game and look ahead to the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series. FSU will play Michigan, No. 9 Auburn, and Nebraska in Texas.

With a heavy heart, KDH Dance Company announced the passing of their fierce founder and dearest friend, Kathy Dunn Hamrick. Kathy has had an enormous impact, with ripples throughout Austin and beyond, as she is loved by so many.  The organization is heartbroken, but committed to honoring Kathy and her legacy for years to come. Read more in the KDH Dance Company newsletter. Today's podcast is a re-airing of an interview with Kathy from 2024. Kathy Dunn Hamrick was the Artistic Director of Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company, an award-winning modern dance company based in Austin, Texas. Kathy happily committed her professional life to dancing, teaching, choreographing, presenting, mentoring, and advocating for modern dance and dancemakers. She created over 50 dances that have been described as "strikingly athletic and wonderfully expressive," "heavenly," "smart" and "masterly," and garnered numerous recognitions for the dance company, including Austin Critics Table awards for Best Choreographer, Best Dance Concert, Best Dancer, Best Duet, Best Lighting Design, and Best Ensemble. The company has performed throughout Texas as well as in New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, and Toronto, and her "Lake Dances" were featured in Arts + Culture Texas, Arts Journal, and Dance Magazine. Kathy had a BA in Modern Dance from The University of Texas and an MFA in Performance and Choreography from Florida State University. She taught at Florida State, Stephen F. Austin State University, St. Edwards University, The University of Texas, and Austin Community College. She taught modern dance for both recreational and professional dancers at Café Dance; provided professional development for educators; directed artist residencies for high schools and universities; and served as a mentor for Austin Emerging Arts Leaders. In 2015, Kathy founded Austin Dance Festival, an annual modern dance event that hosts professional dance showcases, master classes, and a Youth Edition that includes non-competitive showcases forteens 13-18, a Pro Chat Q&A, and a college fair. In 2018, Kathy was inducted into the Austin Arts Hall of Fame as "a model for the artist who approaches each project in a spirit of experimentation and reinvention." For more on this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook 

The One With Dr. Boobner, The Maestro, and Living La Dolce Vita in Florida, AKA DEADLY MISCHIEF PART 1! Official Description from NBCU: One week after a dramatic sentencing, the story continues in the 2014 murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel; a wealthy Florida family faces scrutiny for a murder-for-hire plot that ends with a 75-year-old grandmother on trial. Dennis Murphy reports. This episode is dedicated to our special Patronus Hannah Banana! If she's okay with being called that! Check out our merch at https://adatewithdateline.dashery.com/! We donate all of our proceeds to a different charity every month, including those benefitting human rights, LGBTQIA support, solving cold cases, homeless and shelter animals, domestic violence survivors, disaster relief, cancer research, and more.    Check out our Patreon or Supercast and get instant access to over 80 full length true crime episodes, our monthly livestreams, ad free episodes, Karen Read All About It episodes, and MORE! patreon.com/datedateline datedateline.supercast.com Or gift a Patreon subscription to a friend! https://www.patreon.com/datedateline/gift   Shopping with our sponsors is an easy way to support our show! Snack smarter with IQBar! Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products—including the Ultimate sampler pack—plus FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, text DATELINE to sixty-four thousand. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Give your money tree a chance to grow with Acorns! Sign up now and Acorns will boost your new account with a $5 bonus investment. Join the over 14 million all-time customers who have already saved and invested over $27 billion dollars with Acorns. Head to acorns.com/datedateline or download the Acorns app to get started. So stop guessing which meals will upset your kitty's stomach.  For a limited time, because you are a Date With Dateline listener, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to smalls.com/datedateline! Clean up your house and your peace of mind with Homeaglow! Head to https://www.homeaglow.com/DATEDATELINE to get your first 3 hours of cleaning for only $19. Thanks so much to Homeaglow for sponsoring this episode! It's time to get your own personal stylist with DailyLook.  Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code DATEDATELINE for 50% off your first order!

This episode of On The Bench discusses whether Florida State truly has a QB battle, recaps baseball's opening weekend and basketball's win over BC, and explores the mind of Christopher Nee. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RUNDOWN   Episode 371 opens with Mitch's Saturday night unraveling after watching Song Sung Blue and realizing the Buddy Holly–impersonating character played by Michael Imperioli is allegedly his celebrity twin — a comparison he loudly rejects as it derails the entire movie. With Hotshot fanning the flames, the show pivots into the annual Prediction Show recap, replaying last year's bold Seahawks takes — including a seven-win forecast and Mike Macdonald job jeopardy — before grading every prediction and crowning a 2025 champion. Mitch revisits last year's Prediction Show, replaying Dave Grosby, Jason Puckett, and Danny O'Neil's confident forecasts for 2025 — from Russell Wilson's salary and Geno Smith's future to Mike Macdonald's job security and a Seahawks Super Bowl run no one predicted. The segment tracks hits, misses, and wildly wrong calls, including gloomy seven-win projections and John Schneider pink slips that never came. With halftime scoring tallied and bragging rights on the line, the stage is set for Episode 372's official crowning of the 2025 Prediction Champion. The second half of the 2025 Prediction Show grading delivers more swings and misses as Mitch revisits bold calls from Dave Grosby, Jason Puckett, and Danny O'Neil on Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh's contract, Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, Tiger Woods, NBA expansion, and Sam Darnold's future. From Oklahoma City's title run to Pete Carroll playoff dreams and wild card chaos involving Jeff Bezos and the Kraken, the predictions range from razor-close to wildly off base. Mitch and Professor Slick bask in the lingering glow of the Seahawks' Super Bowl championship before veering into breaking "news" that Mitch left his iconic bell in Santa Clara — sparking a hilarious Rocky-inspired replacement plan involving Bunco night. The conversation shifts to spring training, where Slick sounds early alarms about the Mariners' pitching depth and offensive ceiling, while Mitch pushes back with optimism centered on Bryce Miller's return to form.   GUESTS   Dave Grosby | Seattle sports radio personality Jason Puckett | Seattle sports radio host and founder of The Daily Puck Drop Danny O'Neil | Veteran Seattle sports columnist and longtime Seahawks analyst Professor Slick | Seattle sports commentator and longtime Seahawks fan favorite   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Doppelgänger Meltdown, Birthday Roll Call, and the Prediction Show Reckoning 19:09 | Prediction Show Reckoning — Revisiting the Bold (and Brutal) 2025 Forecasts. 34:37 | Prediction Show Reckoning, Part II — Bold Claims, Wild Cards, and a Surprise Champion 49:03 | GUEST: Professor Slick; "I Left My Bell in Santa Clara" — Super Bowl Afterglow, Aging, and Early Mariners Anxiety 1:21:30 | Other Stuff Segment: Jason Puckett wins 2025 Prediction Show title, David Crosby predicts Seahawks win 7 games and miss playoffs, Canadian curler Mark Kennedy profanity blowup at Sweden's Oscar Erickson over alleged rock-touching violation, Mitch's Winter Olympics viewing habits and curling being "hypnotic", 12th Man Rising floats Seahawks sale idea to Mackenzie Scott and Melinda Gates, NBA All-Star Weekend boredom and Mac McClung dunk contest absence, viral AI "Michael Jordan" dunk contest rant, Adam Silver expansion comments with Seattle + Las Vegas timeline frustration, Mariners nearly reaching World Series plus Seahawks Super Bowl creating "Seattle sports trifecta" potential with NBA return, Charlie Woods commits to Florida State over Stanford, Sam Darnold and Kenneth Walker Disneyland teacups video, Tyson vs Mayweather tease, Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid(?) emotional cheating confession post-medal interview, Joey Porter Sr. blasts Ben Roethlisberger as a bad teammate/person, Stefon Diggs arraignment over alleged assault of personal chef, Britney Spears sells music catalog rights to Primary Wave for $200M RIPs: James VanDerBeek, Tracy Scroggins

Virginia Cavaliers face a pivotal season after a shocking 10-win campaign in 2025, losing key playmakers Chandler Morris, Trell Harris, and Ji'Mari Taylor. As the spotlight shifts to the quarterback battle between Eli Holstein and Beau Pribula, questions loom: Can the new signal-callers replicate last year's balanced offensive attack, and how will the absence of top talent at running back and receiver affect Virginia's high-powered scheme?Brian Smith spotlights the Cavaliers' transfer portal strategy, staff adjustments, and a daunting schedule featuring showdowns with North Carolina State, West Virginia, and Florida State. Key themes include offensive line turnover, whether the defense can step up, and if Virginia's staff can unearth surprise contributors. Will the Cavaliers sustain their momentum, or is a step back inevitable? Don't miss this sharp analysis on one of college football's most intriguing teams heading into 2026.Catch this essential breakdown of Ole Miss's College Football Playoff prospects and the shifting power in SEC football.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/Help us by supporting our sponsors! GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase.MazdaLike our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn't file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelIf you're a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Florida State's administration faces mounting uncertainty with football decision, and probably concerns over the $400 million in bond debt. There's frustration and reduced booster support across Seminole Nation. Are the program's financial decisions jeopardizing not just football, but the entire athletic department? Recruiting analyst Brian Smith explores booster sentiment, drops pointed questions about Michael Alford's administration, and highlights how ongoing financial constraints could impact not only Mike Norvell but also FSU's conference ambitions.Major talking points include the fallout from the Doak Campbell Stadium overhaul, concerns over NIL funding, and the real possibility of tough cuts to non-revenue sports if football performance continues to slump. With Miami and Florida outspending the Seminoles, the pressure is on—can Florida State's leadership restore confidence and competitiveness before the 2027 “dead stop” season? Don't miss this deep dive into the crucial crossroads for Florida State's athletics and the passionate debate among its fanbase.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/  Support us by supporting our sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon.MazdaLike our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn't file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Florida State Seminoles face a pivotal crossroads as Mike Norvell's coaching future hangs with his quarterback decision. Can Ashton Daniels, Malachi Marshall, or Kevin Sperry seize the starting role and resurrect the storied program? Quarterback play, offensive line shake-ups, and the urgent need for locker room unity set the stage for high-stakes drama in Tallahassee. Is Duce Robinson poised to become college football's premier big-play receiver, and will Ousmane Kromah anchor the Noles' talented running back corps?Brian Smith dissects Florida State's looming questions—from defensive vulnerabilities like linebacker depth, to the impact of NIL and transfer portal moves. Ashlynd Barker's explosive comments put the spotlight on locker room chemistry, while Florida State's massive financial debt raises the stakes for Norvell's survival. With matchups against SMU and Alabama on the horizon, Seminoles fans must ask: Is Mike Norvell capable of leading the program to top-notch status or will the Noles continue to be embarrassing?Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/Help us by supporting our sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon.MazdaLike our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn't file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Florida State opened the 2026 season with a pair of wins against James Madison. The Seminoles won game one 5-1 before a 16-5 run-rule victory on Saturday. Game three of the series was canceled due to inclement weather. Ariya and Brett recap the opening series with talk about the lineup, offensive standouts, and early returns on the mound.

(00:00-30:13) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the NBA fining the Indiana Pacers and Utah Jazz for violating Player Participation Policy. They try to make sense as to why they were the teams that were targeted when there are other teams doing the same thing. Jake explains the problem the NBA has with its integrity. (30:13-39:03) – It’s a very important weekend for both Indiana and Purdue with trying to pick up some wins to further boost their resumes. Jake spotlights Purdue’s game in Iowa against the Hawkeyes because the Boilermakers might be back on the right track. (39:03-45:39) – The first hour of the show concludes with someone asking Jake and Eddie for an update on their snowbank bet. (45:39-1:12:41) – Jake opens the second hour of the show by finding out that Eddie sent Shannon a video of him dancing and ends up giving Valentine’s Day advice for the single people out there. They also discuss get back into talking about the NBA’s decision to fine the Pacers and Jazz. (1:12:41-1:24:02) – With Valentine’s Day tomorrow, Jake and Eddie put their creative minds together to help out the Pacers social media team with sending out the digital Valentine’s Day cards centered around the players. (1:24:02-1:29:27) – With tomorrow being Valentine’s Day, Jake questions where the holiday ranks on the most overrated holiday’s list. (1:29:27-1:55:40) – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins Query & Company to discuss how likely it is that the Indianapolis Colts utilize the franchise tag on Daniel Jones or Alec Pierce, assesses if we can read into Pierce’s brother transferring from Princeton to Purdue to play college basketball, gives his opinion on Charlie Woods committing to Florida State earlier in the week to play golf, and shares his upcoming Valentine’s Day plans. (1:55:40-2:04:11) – Every Friday at 2:30pm, Jake Query shares a Good For The Heart story sponsored by Franciscan Health. Today, Jake shares a story about the lone Hoosier that is competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina! (2:04:11-2:12:23) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in studio to preview his show and his JMV Takeover this weekend!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-22:27) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the NBA fining the Indiana Pacers and Utah Jazz for violating Player Participation Policy. They try to make sense as to why they were the teams that were targeted when there are other teams doing the same thing. Jake explains the problem the NBA has with its integrity. (22:27-44:43) – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins Query & Company to discuss how likely it is that the Indianapolis Colts utilize the franchise tag on Daniel Jones or Alec Pierce, assesses if we can read into Pierce’s brother transferring from Princeton to Purdue to play college basketball, gives his opinion on Charlie Woods committing to Florida State earlier in the week to play golf, and shares his upcoming Valentine’s Day plans.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neal Shipley joins the show (58:00) fresh off making the first hole-in-one in TGL history. Does the simulator ace count? Plus we discuss data in game improvement, being on the range with Scottie, and beating Tiger at Augusta. Also in the show, we discuss QB'ing a buddies golf trip, Charlie Woods committing to Florida State, and play Closest To The Pin.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod

Ariya and Brett preview the 2026 season two days ahead of Opening Day. The Seminoles start this season against James Madison, the fourth time in the last five years FSU has hosted them for the opener. We project Florida State's pitching staff roles, the starting position players, and the lineup to begin the season. Head coach Link Jarrett spoke to Brett for about 15 minutes on Saturday morning. That interview is at the end of the episode.

00:00 – 12:30 – Pacers get an OT win over the Knicks but was a win fans wanted?, Purdue gets a much-needed win over Purdue, Iowa reportedly are interested are getting the Bears as well, Caitlin Clark takes in Pike/Mount Vernon last night 12:31 – 22:21 – Morning Checkdown 22:22 – 42:57 – Should the Pacers do an outright tank the rest of the season?, Rick Carlilse told us yesterday Zubac isn’t playing until after the All-Star break, the guys continue to debate the moral crossroads of purposely losing for better draft positioning 42:58 – 1:10:30 - Purdue’s big win over Nebraska, does it matter if it wasn’t the prettiest win?, are the Big Ten and Big 12 destined to win the national championship, Dane Brugler unveils his top-100 prospects heading into the NFL Combine, Super Bowl ratings, Morning Checkdown 1:10:31 – 1:20:21– Walk-up fight songs, Colts off-season priority lists and their in-house unrestricted free agents, ESPN’s Ben Solak says Alec Pierce to the Patriots is a move he wants to see happen 1:20:22 – 1:25:31 – Olympic athlete admits to cheating on his girlfriend, James is unfamiliar with the Olympic villages being infamous for sexual activities 1:25:32 – 1:52:13 –Miami-Ohio head basketball coach Travis Steele joins us to discuss his undefeated RedHawks, how the team has found ways to win game in and game out, being able to win blowouts and close ones, his Danville roots, the fan base rallying around the team, Kevin takes a golf timeout to talk about Charlie Woods going to Florida State, Morning Checkdown 1:52:14 – 2:05:19 – The Athletic’s Chicago Bears reporter Jon Greenberg joins us to discuss these Bears-Northwest Indiana rumors, when are we getting a final decision on this stadium situation, why he doesn’t think the Bears are going to northwest Indiana, Caleb Williams’ future, what happens with Soldier Field if the Bears leave, what would the fans say about games in Indiana 2:05:20 – 2:09:53 – Wrapping the show, final thoughts as Pacers prep for Nets tonightSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The son of golf's most recognizable player has committed to playing the sport at a southeastern U.S. university. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

With Valentine's Day around the corner, we take a look at the 2025 storylines we secretly loved. Whether scrappy teams held things together with gum and chicken wire, coaches who turned programs around overnight, or the moments that didn't make national headlines, we talk through the things that got our hearts pumping. Think Wisconsin winning games with their punter as the leading passer, Houston quietly going 10-3, Arch Manning actually getting better when pundits left him for dead, and much more. In this episode, we share our own picks before opening it up to the Verballerhood, whose submissions cover everything from Kenny Dillingham staying at Arizona State to the absurdity of Lane Kiffin's move to LSU, Arkansas fans learning to love heartbreak, Indiana fans debating whether to protect their hearts or go all in on Curt Cignetti, and much more. Plus, a brief Super Bowl debrief, a Timothée Chalamet conversation, and the debut of Dan's bucket of wrenches. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro / Super Bowl recap6:27 - What we're doing today8:51 - Dan's "winning despite" teams (Duke, Mizzou, Minnesota, Wake Forest)10:58 - Steve Angeli and Syracuse's collapse without him13:34 - Wisconsin as a bucket of wrenches17:08 - Northwestern's what-could-have-been season19:21 - Jason Eck and New Mexico's nine-win season22:16 - Penn State's leaked Pat Kraft audio25:08 - Ty's Quick Hits: Mason Heinschel, Houston's quiet 10-3 season, Arch Manning actually got better29:29 - Dan's Quick Hits: Arizona's nasty defense, SMU's post-playoff rebuild, Double transfers31:51 - Kenny Dillingham staying at Arizona State35:15 - Arkansas tried37:20 - Indiana, Curt Cignetti, and protecting your heart44:19 - Fernando Mendoza's F-bomb and industry plant theory45:34 - Cal, the Wilcox era, and the Mendoza that got away46:56 - Lane Kiffin-LSU drama49:23 - Georgia ripping rivals' hearts out50:17 - North Texas's record-setting season51:38 - Player shoutouts: Jeremiyah Love, Ahmad Hardy, Jacob Rodriguez, Jayden Maiava53:40 - Quick fan hits: Ohio State, Georgia Tech, Oklahoma, Oregon, Purdue57:34 - Ball State tried to be the worst57:47 - Florida State's first month58:26 - Rutgers' top-50 offense / Arizona retaining Seth Doege and Noah Fifita59:54 - ESPN cinematography and best broadcast productionSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State's defensive portal haul, FSU basketball's recent win streak, and the upcoming baseball season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Mike discussed Charlie Woods, Tiger Woods's son, committing to Florida State. Steve reviewed CBS Sports' NFL free agency predictions. Charlie broke down a report on the NBA's expansion to 32 franchises.

Imagine a 6'2–6'3 power athlete who can dominate the paint, handle business on the perimeter, then turn around and pitch pure gas on a softball field. That's not a recruiting bio — that's Missy Odom.Missy is a Top-40 national prospect (Class of 2026) out of Monteverde Academy, committed to Florida State to play both basketball and softball. That automatically puts her in rare air.Call it what it is: unicorn status.Below, we break it down SLT-style — where it started, what separates her, the mindset behind leaving Alabama for the toughest prep environment in the country, and what's next for one of the most complete athletes in America.Missy fell in love with the game early — age 4 or 5 — running backyard games with her brothers.Not one brother who “let her play.”Five brothers.She rattled them off like a starting lineup: AJ, Bubba, Jojo, Memphis, Hosman.That environment matters. When you grow up battling brothers every day, toughness isn't taught — it's inherited. Missy even admitted the one who got after her the most was Bubba… and she didn't lose much.That's where the edge starts.Missy used one word coaches love — versatile — but she meant it the right way.She can:Score on all three levelsPlay inside or outDefend every positionRebound at a high levelRun the floorBring energyDo the dirty work (charges, loose balls, winning plays)That last part separates “talented” from problem.Quick BreakdownSchool: Monteverde AcademyClass: 2026Build: 6'2–6'3, powerful, built to lastBasketball Identity: Versatile scorer + elite motorSoftball Identity: High-level pitcher (pure gas)Superpower: Impacts winning without needing the ball every possessionLeaving Alabama wasn't a vibe change — it was a growth decision.Missy said it straight: there was a stretch where she wasn't playing the way she wanted. Balancing softball heavily meant basketball training slipped, and she felt herself falling behind.That's when her mom delivered the truth:“You want to be great? Go somewhere that's going to push you every day.”Monteverde is the gauntlet.You either shrink — or level up.Missy leveled up.Daily gym runs with:The #1 player in the Class of 2026Top-ranked 2025 talentThat's not ego fuel — that's reality testing.Missy said things clicked around January of last year when she realized:“I belong here. I can play with anybody.”Quiet confidence. Business-like. Dangerous.This already looks like Tallahassee:6:45 AM wake-up7:15 AM leave dorms7:45 – 3:10 classes (only four)Weights built into the school day3:45 – 6:00 practiceDinner + dorm life + bondingTuesdays & Thursdays? 6 AM workouts — up at 5:30.That's not high school structure.That's college preparation.One word kept showing up: consistency.Missy chose Florida State because the staff:Showed real loveStayed consistentRecruited her, not just the stat lineThen came the separator.After her visit, they came to watch her pitch.That matters.Yes — Missy confirmed FSU will allow her to play both basketball and softball.Basketball wraps → softball ramps (February through June).Elite stamina. Elite discipline.Missy's real number is 33 — but it's retired at Florida State.Why 33?Her mom wore it playing softball. Missy carried it in both sports.She's wearing 32 now, but the identity stays the same:family, legacy, purpose.Top 5 artists:Rod Wave, Drake, NBA YoungBoy, Jhene Aiko, Lil BabySuperhero: Batman (no explanation needed)Theme song: “Invisible Scars” (yes, she quoted it)What basketball taught her:Friendships, memories, toughness — and how the game protects her mental health whether it's a great night or a rough one.That's maturity.No fancy answers. Just real.If you're watching the next wave of women's hoops — and the next era of two-sport dominance — Missy Odom is the name.

Is Florida State actually broke… or is the internet bad at reading financial reports?Sportico called FSU the “Debt King,” Gus Malzahn retired, and chaos immediately followed.It was a busy week in college football.Sportico dropped a headline claiming Florida State became college sports' “Debt King” in FY25, and Seminole Twitter went into full panic mode while rival fans celebrated like they just won something meaningful.

The ACC (and maybe the football gods themselves) have unveiled Florida State's 2026 football schedule… and buddy, it is NOT for the weak (or the weekend, get it?). Road trips, heavy hitters, and zero mercy. We break down why this slate feels like a punishment and what it means for FSU's necessity to GET MARKEDLY BETTER.Meanwhile, Recruiting Junior Days are bringing good vibes, blue-chip smiles, and plenty of “We're in a great spot” quotes — but will any of it actually matter once NIL bags start flying and other programs hit the gas?Plus, FSU men's basketball is playing more consistently … yet the wins still aren't happening. Is this progress, bad luck, roster limitations, or just hoops heartbreak Seminole-style?

Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided) flew solo like a cup once again with Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) in the Bay Area covering the Super Bowl.Buhler attempted to keep this thing on the rails for as long as he could...He touched on Gus Malzahn retiring from the coaching profession, with Mike Norvell now being the one to call plays at Florida State.After being inspired by a few things Will Stein said to Andy & Ari On3, Buhler looked at Brad Crawford's way-too-early CFP bracket for 2026-27.He had thoughts on all of that, as well as what new NFL head coaches would be fun to play for coming out of college.Make sure you remember the Super Bowl is happening this weekend because this is False Start!Support the show

The Buckeyes went into the transfer portal and brought in a productive play maker in Florida State safety Earl Little, Jr.In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss what to expect this season from Earl Little in this Ohio State defense.

Which college football coach is on the hottest seat heading into 2026? Florida State's Mike Norvell, South Carolina's Shane Beamer, North Carolina's Bill Belichick, and Maryland's Mike Locksley are among several college coaches facing mounting pressure as expectations threaten their jobs. Could Florida State's brutal early slate against SMU, Alabama, Louisville, and Miami force a high-stakes midseason firing? Or will Shane Beamer's Gamecocks survive a punishing SEC run with matchups against Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee?Brian Smith offers sharp insights, breaks down buyout complications, and highlights how power struggles off the field—NIL, booster involvement, and staff shake-ups—directly impact program stability. Get scouting on who's poised to take over next: top coordinators, Group of Six coaches, and bold predictions about surprise openings. Can embattled coaches survive, or will college football's coaching carousel start spinning faster than ever?Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/Help us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase.MazdaLike our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn't file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelIf you're a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Freddy Stevenson, former Florida State fullback and host of the Trial to Triumph podcast, joins the show to share his powerful journey from homelessness to college football success. Stevenson opens up about resilience, faith, and purpose beyond the game, reflects on his time at Florida State, and explains how his platform is helping inspire underdogs to overcome adversity and rewrite their stories. #collegefootball #cfb #noles #fsu #nfl #superbowl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Florida State football news cycle has had a quick start to February with the retirement of offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn. This episode of On The Bench includes a live reaction to the news (near the end of the episode), recaps Junior Day, and grades the Seminoles' transfer portal haul. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alabama Football enters a pivotal offseason as Kalen DeBoer begins shaping the next era in Tuscaloosa — and the stakes couldn't be higher. In this episode, the hosts break down why it's a positive sign that neither Alabama quarterback transferred, despite heavy portal movement elsewhere. DeBoer publicly called it a win, but the panel isn't convinced everything is perfect — especially up front, where Alabama may have lost too many offensive linemen to the transfer portal. The conversation centers on the QB competition between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell. Mack is viewed as a talented but still hard-to-evaluate option, while Russell's arm talent stands out immediately, with the hosts saying his ball comes off “like dynamite.” Ultimately, they agree the job will come down to mental processing, command of the offense, and comfort in DeBoer's system. The show also dives into Alabama's offensive line coaching change, explaining why the previous staff was replaced after multiple underwhelming seasons. New O-line coach Adrian Klemm arrives with a strong résumé as a run game coordinator and a track record of elevating line play — something the hosts agree Alabama desperately needed. From there, the discussion shifts to the NFL, where the panel calls it “embarrassing” that Bill Belichick was not elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, especially given Clem's ties to Belichick and his coaching tree. The episode wraps with a pair of powerful Alabama stories: Jake Coker recounts running into former coach Dameyune Craig at the Senior Bowl and reflects on how Craig fought to get him scholarship opportunities at both Florida State and Alabama. A tribute to Eddie Conyers, who passed away at 97 after serving as a referee at Alabama practices for nearly 60 years, including a classic Nick Saban story involving a flag Conyers had to pick back up after getting chewed out. From quarterback intrigue to coaching changes and Crimson Tide history, this is a must-watch conversation for any Alabama Football fan. SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 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 Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices