Podcast appearances and mentions of Kevin Byard

Monarch Nation… this one belongs in the ODU Hall of Fame.Taylor Heinicke finally joins The Monarchists Podcast and delivers an all-time conversation that every Old Dominion fan needs to hear. From the real recruiting story that brought him to Norfolk, to getting thrown into the fire against ranked UMass, to 730 yards in one afternoon, to JMU heartbreakers (for them), to NFL playoff chaos, Busch Light fines, and the moment he knew it was time to walk away from football — nothing is off limits.This episode is raw, hilarious, emotional, and deeply Monarch-proud. Taylor reflects on:- The improbable moments that built ODU Football- His relationship with Thomas DeMarco, Larry Pinkard, and teammates- Life-changing NFL moments (including that Tampa Bay playoff game)- Why he's retiring — and why Virginia Beach is home next- And yes… the full Busch Light plane story

The internet is overreacting to Titans OTAs - why should anyone listen to Route God? Can it all exist together? What will we know anything about the new coaching staff, new offense, new culture or rookie talent? Then we look at the NFL Draft process through the lens of drafting Kevin Byard. Braden Gall and Paul Kuharsky talk football. Watch the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you care about local news coverage, ⁠⁠⁠⁠please take five minutes to fill out this anonymous survey⁠⁠⁠⁠ to help Press Forward fund quality local news. SinkersBeverages.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The In Crowd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today! All music by MoonTaxi.com. Be sure to subscribe to PaulKuharsky.com and The Tennessean.com

Join Phil Perry as he breaks down all 32 starting quarterbacks ahead of the 2026 season. Who are this years biggest risers and fallers? Also, Phil digs into his Mailbag, and Kevin Byard explains how he gets so many interceptions 06:00 - The A-List QBs 17:30 - The Alien Tier QBs 24:30 - The Imperfect, but We're glad to have you! QBs 28:50 - Don't Love it, But we have hope ! QB's 34:10 - You're on the clock! QBs 39:20 - Have to see it QBs 42:10 - Makes you nervous QBs 44:45 - Seen Enough QBs 46:55 - Phil's Mailbag 01:00:20 - Kevin Byard talks Interceptions

On this episode of NFL Live, Laura Rutledge is joined by Booger McFarland, Louis Riddick, and Adam Schefter to break down all the latest NFL news. The crew reacts to the league's announcement of its international games and talks about which teams—like the 49ers—might make some noise around the world. Next, they react to recent comments from players and analysts, including Breece Hall on consistency, Kevin Byard on AJ Brown, and Troy Aikman on Lamar Jackson. Later, the focus turns to must-watch matchups, including the Seahawks vs. Rams, plus other games that could set the tone early in the season. We cover this and so much more, giving you the stories, takes, and breakdowns every NFL fan will want to hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears have made their move in the 2026 NFL Draft — selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 overall pick

The WIP Morning Team gets hype for the upcoming Flyers and Sixers playoff runs. Then they react to new audio from former Eagles safety Kevin Byard and make their predictions for each series this weekend.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz react to Kevin Byard's public attempt to lure A.J. Brown to New England.

Mike Schmidt discusses his partnership with the Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation and the technical differences between his hitting approach and modern analytics. Spike and Ike examine Kevin Byard's public recruitment of A.J. Brown to New England while debating the Phillies' current offensive struggles. They also look at Joel Embiid's recovery process and the daunting challenge of facing the Celtics.

Topics discussed: NY radio host says Vrabel should face suspension | Did another NFL team hire a P.I.? (The Drive) // What Kevin Byard said in his recruitment message to Eagles WR A.J. Brown on TV // Will Middlebrooks shares incredible story about interaction with Jerry Remy (Odds and Ends)

Joe Giglio and Hugh Douglas debate the future of A.J. Brown following reports that the wide receiver might be traded this summer. They analyze Kevin Byard's public recruitment of his former teammate to New England and discuss why the Phillies have been sleepwalking through recent games. Callers also weigh in on the team's leadership and the health of Joel Embiid. 01:07 - A.J. Brown Trade Speculation 11:31 - Hugh's Clues and Sixers 15:13 - Phillies Sleepwalking and Management 22:52 - Dak Prescott vs. Crosby Debate

Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel welcome three-time All-Pro safety Kevin Byard to Lots to Say. Byard reflects on the grind of his rookie season and how Mike Vrabel factored into choosing New England. Byard also details his film study evolution, how he stays healthy, and how he recovers week-to-week. Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to share insight on his newly released mock draft; Gabe Ramirez and Cassie Carlson reacted to the news that White Sox owner-in-waiting Justin Ishbia is set to buy a South Loop rail yard to potentially be the site of a new stadium; and Ramirez and Ruthie Polinsky reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard's high praise of Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how quarterback Caleb Williams' recruiting ability could be a key tool for the Bears in the years to come.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how quarterback Caleb Williams' recruiting ability could be a key tool for the Bears in the years to come. After that, they discussed whether Duke forward Cam Boozer can become a star in the NBA.

Topics discussed: What's the floor + the ceiling for the 2026 Red Sox, and which outcome is more likely? | Why Hart is concerned about the latest Red Sox starting rotation update | Callers memorialize Chuck Norris + March Madness updates | Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins the show; shares his new Patriots 2026 draft "crush" | Kevin Byard's "joke" about the Patriots and A.J. Brown raised eyebrows in the fanbase | Are the Celtics steering into the Jayson Tatum/Jaylen Brown narrative with recent social media posts? | Ferzoco Friday: Is Josh McDaniels against acquiring A.J. Brown? | Chris Mannix joins to discuss if the Celtics are the best team in the East | Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!

The AJ Brown debate that took over Friday's Birds 365. Zander Krause argues AJ's best days are behind him — 29 years old, $32M cap hit, two straight down years, drops in the playoffs, and a scouting report that said 'drops appear when focus declines.' McMullen fires back: statistically he'll be better in New England with Drake Maye, the Rams got scared off by his knee, and 'the Eagles have never had a better wide receiver — never.' Plus the Kevin Byard workout story, the NE staring contest, and the Wentz trade parallel.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris listened and reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard's high praise for Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris listened and reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard's high praise for Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams. After that, they listened to Byard explain why he left the Bears to sign with the Patriots. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

Gabe Ramirez and Ruthie Polinsky reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard's recent comments about Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams. Byard believes Williams can become a top-two or top-three quarterback in the NFL.

In the second hour, Gabe Ramirez and Ruthie Polinsky reacted to former Bears safety Kevin Byard's recent comments about Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams. Byard believes Williams can become a top-two or top-three quarterback in the NFL. Later, Chicago Sports Network host Cam Smith joined the show to discuss the Bulls' ugly loss to the Raptors on Wednesday and to preview the NCAA Tournament.

Former Patriot Jason McCourty joins Tom to discuss how Drake Maye and the Patriots will handle higher expectations this season, why Kevin Byard and Romeo Doubs are strong additions and whether New England needs A.J. Brown to be a Super Bowl contender. 2:10 - How hard will it be for Patriots to deal with increased expectations? 7:00 - What will Kevin Byard and Romeo Doubs bring to New England? 12:00 - Do the Patriots NEED A.J. Brown? 19:30 - Reaction to a possible 18-game regular season WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Free agency signals draft intent; this episode explains how teams like the Steelers and Jets use veteran additions to stabilize specific schematic issues. Cody and Felix break down the defensive logic of the "Sweat Tax" and wide-nine pivots to explain how organizations structure their rosters for playoff contention heading into 2026.—In this episode:Free agency serves as a signal for draft strategy, where current roster moves whittle down which positions a team will target in the early rounds.The “Sweat Tax” defines the Jets' and “new” defensive identity, as New York prioritizes massive interior linemen like T'Vondre Sweat to neutralize the A-gap run game. Compared to the Titans' pivot to the Wide-9 under Robert Saleh.Schematic shifts toward the Wide-Nine and hybrid roles are emerging, with teams like Green Bay and Washington collecting versatile “misfit toy” defenders to raise their defensive floors.A “Pokemon” approach to the draft is recommended for high-value positions, advising teams to collect as many receivers, edge rushers, and cornerbacks as possible, regardless of existing depth.Veteran “adults” are being used to stabilize young units, exemplified by the Steelers' offensive pivot under Mike McCarthy and the Patriots' addition of Kevin Byard to their secondary—Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and Free Agency Global Lens 01:50 - Broncos Roster Assessment and Draft Priorities 02:14 - Justin Fields to the Chiefs and Mahomes' Status 04:02 - Pittsburgh's Mike McCarthy Era and Offensive Changes 06:54 - Steelers Defensive Retool and Veteran Reliance 11:44 - Jets Rebuild and the Loss of Quinnen Williams 14:22 - Packers Roster Turnover and Schematic Identity 17:03 - Raiders' Big Moves and Maxx Crosby Knee Concerns 22:37 - Buffalo Revitalizes Offense with DJ Moore 25:13 - Jim Leonard's Defensive Strategy in Buffalo 26:40 - Washington's Defensive Overhaul under Durante Jones 29:33 - Jets Focus on Turnovers with Nashawn Wright 33:10 - Raiders Offensive Foundation and Tyler Linderbaum 35:16 - Chargers Roster Struggles and Coaching Changes 41:02 - Tennessee's Wide-Nine Defensive Line Rebuild 43:30 - Buccaneers Defensive Pressure Concerns 45:12 - Giants Stabilization under John Harbaugh 47:52 - Carolina Panthers Defensive Centerpieces 50:03 - Houston Texans Raising the Floor with Reed Blankenship 52:03 - Darius Slay's Retirement and Remaining Free Agents—» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.—© 2025 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

(00:00) Toucher and Hardy swap out Dr. Steve Brule and Zo to see if they can tell the difference. It's harder than you think (16:33) The guys discuss the Patriots signing Kevin Byard, and why he only got a one-year deal. Fred also has some intel in why Alijah Vera-Tucker wanted to leave the Jets. (33:19) Toucher and Hardy talk to Blind Scott. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BSJ's Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles recap the Patriots' free agency moves. How much have they improved? Which areas need addressing in the draft? Greg breaks down what he's seen on film from the Patriots' latest additions. ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 Intro 00:27 Thoughts on Kevin Byard signing. Is he an upgrade over Hawkins? 06:43 Thoughts on Julian Hill signing 10:40 Greg reacts to Romeo Doubs' film. Is he a good fit? 12:01 Reacting to Chaisson signing with Washington 15:10 How much of a need is edge? 19:03 PrizePicks 20:15 Subscribe to Patriots Press Pass! 20:34 Thoughts on KJ Britt signing 22:31 Thoughts on Maxx Crosby's failed move to the Ravens 27:38 Will the Patriots keep Christian Barmore? 29:46 Are the Patriots done in free agency? Is there still a chance to get AJ Brown? 39:20 Bedard's offseason checklist 48:25 Thanks for watching The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast on CLNS is Powered by: 

WEEI brings you the essential breakdown of the Patriots' aggressive offseason moves. Join The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons as they react to the breaking news of Romeo Doubs signing a massive 4-year deal. The crews debate if the Pats are officially "better" today than they were on Super Bowl Sunday and whether Kevin Byard is the veteran secondary presence this team has been craving. We also look ahead to the draft—is it AJ Brown or bust for the wide receiver room? Catch all the best analysis this week on Best Of Patriots on WEEI!

WEEI brings you the essential breakdown of the Patriots' aggressive offseason moves. Join The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons as they react to the breaking news of Romeo Doubs signing a massive 4-year deal. The crews debate if the Pats are officially "better" today than they were on Super Bowl Sunday and whether Kevin Byard is the veteran secondary presence this team has been craving. We also look ahead to the draft—is it AJ Brown or bust for the wide receiver room? Catch all the best analysis this week on Best Of Patriots on WEEI!

WEEI brings you the essential breakdown of the Patriots' aggressive offseason moves. Join The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons as they react to the breaking news of Romeo Doubs signing a massive 4-year deal. The crews debate if the Pats are officially "better" today than they were on Super Bowl Sunday and whether Kevin Byard is the veteran secondary presence this team has been craving. We also look ahead to the draft—is it AJ Brown or bust for the wide receiver room? Catch all the best analysis this week on Best Of Patriots on WEEI!

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by sharing their takeaways from Bears general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday. After that, they examined the Bears' decisions at the safety position this offseason. Later, they listened and reacted to All-Pro safety Kevin Byard's comments explaining why he left the Bears to sign with the Patriots.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Tribune reporter Brad Biggs to share his takeaways from Bears general manager Ryan Poles and the team's new additions meeting the media Thursday. Later, Mully and Haugh reacted to what new Bills receiver DJ Moore and new Patriots safety Kevin Byard had to say about leaving the Bears.

MassLive's Mark Daniels returns to the show to hand out grades for each of the Patriots' free-agent signings from Kevin Byard to Romeo Doubs and Julian Hill. Mark also shares what Eliot Wolf shared about the team's offseason so far during his press conference Thursday and what might come next. 0:00 - Welcome in Mark Daniels! 0:45 - Takeaways from Patriots Free Agent Introductions 4:55 - Takeaways from Eliot Wolf Press Conference yesterday 8:07 - Patriots sign S Kevin Byard 12:28 - Patriots sign WR Romeo Doubs 16:37 - Patriots sign OG Alijah Vera-Tucker 22:31 - Prizepicks 24:17 - Patriots sign FB Reggie Gilliam 28:12 - Patriots sign DE Dre'Mont Jones 33:12 - Patriots sign LB KJ Britt 35:15 - Patriots sign TE Julian Hill 38:42 - Patriots sign S Mike Brown 40:27 - One mid level player you wish Patriots signed 43:10 - Wrapping up! Pats Interference on CLNS Media is Powered by: Prize Picks

Tune in as the PU Crew reacts to the initial wave of Patriots free agent acquisitions. We talk about Romeo Doubs, Kevin Byard, and more. Discussing whether or not the Patriots have improved the roster, or become a better team with the free agents they've signed. We analyze the signing of former Jets OG Alijah Vera-Tucker, and debate/predict what it means for the future of the offensive line and Jared Wilson. Plus, we talk about the best remaining free agents, draft expectations, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry react to Eliot Wolf's press conference following the start of NFL free agency. They rank the Patriots' free agent signings so far, and they wonder if New England is leaving the light on for A.J. Brown. 00:00 Kevin Byard says it was New England or Chicago. 7:12 Tom and Phil rank the Patriots' free agency signings 10:46 Curran things the Patriots need a better running back to be a 'next level' offense 16:30 Do the Patriots have any true game-changers? 20:18 When will the Patriots stop considering trades? Eliot Wolf implies they're leaving the light on for A.J. Brown  28:00 Eliot Wolf was asked about Christian Gonzalez' status with the Patriots - Tom and Phil break down the Patriots' approach to his contract WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scheim and Curtis give their leads for the morning. How Scheim feels about the Kevin Byard signing and Curtis dive into the Patriots spending habits.

In a crucial game on their road trip, Jaylen Brown got ejected in the Celtics' loss against the Spurs and Christian wants to point the finger at Brown for not understanding the situation. Then, what could be the cause for why Jaylen Brown lost his composure and could Jayson Tatum have something to do with it? And, even thought its against Mike Vrabel's message about the free agents he wants, getting Kevin Byard makes the Patriots better than they were to end the season in February.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to All-Pro safety Kevin Byard leaving the Bears to join the Patriots on a one-year, $9-million deal.

Robby and Joe begin with an update on the SEC tourney after the first day of action.  We get back into the NFL and Titans offseason.  Titans bring in DL Solomon Thomas.  Former Titans TE Chig Okonkwo signs with WSH.  Kevin Byard is headed to the Patriots.  What are our latest feelings around the Titans and 4th overall pick?  Could Cousins land in Vegas?  We have the Best and Worst in Sports This Week to close the hour.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show reacting to Jaylen Brown's ejection in last night's loss to the San Antonio Spurs. (15:36) The callers weigh in on Jaylen Brown's ejection in last night's game. (25:51) Reacting to the Breaking news that thePatriots have signed Safety Kevin Byard. (34:08) More calls on Jaylen Brown and his ejection against the Spurs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Vrabel did say he wanted the Patriots to get faster younger, and cheaper, but while Kevin Byard is older, he's another free agent signed who's better than what they had before.

The NFL officially started a new year at 3 p.m. Wednesday, which marked the official start of free agency. The Chicago Bears' trades that included DJ Moore and Garrett Bradbury became official while the team reportedly made another signing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shaw-local-s-bears-insider-podcast--3098936/support.

Hart, Fitzy and Ted react to the news of the day for the Patriots, including the signing of safety Kevin Byard, the departure of Jaylinn Hawkins and K'Lavon Chaisson, and much more. They also react to comments from Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi regarding the likelihood of a Patriots-A.J. Brown trade materializing in the summer.

Breaking news: Patriots Sign Safety Kevin Byard!

In the final hour of the show, Chase & Big Joe discussed the news about Kevin Byard. Later in the hour, they mentioned where possible stadiums could be for Major League Baseball in Nashville. To wrap up the show, as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays 

In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed the Titans jersey reveal for tomorrow night. Later in the hour, Chase & Big Joe discussed Titans what-ifs from the past. To end the hour, news broke about Kevin Byard reuniting with Mike Vrabel.

Ramirez: Coby Bryant's arrival could mean both Kevin Byard, Jaquan Brisker are gone (Hour 3) full 2982 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:06:19 +0000 ycjTsfrC5qhl8fu5D0x3gihayKWMd21x sports Best of 104.3 The Score sports Ramirez: Coby Bryant's arrival could mean both Kevin Byard, Jaquan Brisker are gone (Hour 3) Best of 104.3 The Score Best of 104.3 The Score is a curated snapshot of the station at its best, delivering the standout moments Chicago sports fans don't want to miss. Featuring top interviews, expert commentary, and memorable segments from across the lineup, the podcast covers everything from Bears Sundays and Cubs summers to Bulls, Blackhawks, and White Sox headlines. Whether you're catching up or reliving the biggest conversations of the day, Best of 104.3 The Score brings the voices, stories, and debates that power Chicago sports talk into one easy listen. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Dan Wiederer of The Athletic live in studio to discuss the latest Bears storylines.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben's Vision segment, where they evaluated the Bears' safety position. Will the Bears re-sign All-Pro safety Kevin Byard? Could they find a safety in the NFL Draft?

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Tom Verducci of SI.com to discuss expectations for the Cubs and the World Baseball Classic's momentum. After that, Rahimi and Harris discussed if the Bears will re-sign All-Pro safety Kevin Byard as NFL free agency looms next week. Later, they reacted to the breaking news that Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman has informed the Bears that he's retiring at 27 years old.

Recorded: January 5th 2026 | On this episode of Bussin’ With The Boys, Will Compton and Taylor Lewan interview new head coach of Michigan football, Kyle Whittingham, and 2x Pro Bowl safety for the Chicago Bears, Kevin Byard! The boys kick things off previewing Jarod Beeman's standup show, and a roundtable of New Year’s resolutions—including Jack McPherson, Mitch’s new diet, JP committing to a book a month, Taylor reading more, writing more, and goals around getting to bed earlier, giving back, and being more charitable. There’s plenty of classic Bussin’ banter along the way, including gout talk, fandom debates, Mr. Beast crossing into college football, and Taylor’s Uber Eats pet peeve. From there, the show transitions into a sit-down with Kyle Whittingham, who opens up about the move from Utah to Michigan, navigating the modern NIL era, and what it takes to build culture at a new program. Whittingham clears up retirement rumors, reflects on his time at Utah with no regrets, breaks down expectations for Michigan’s offense and defense, and shares thoughts on meeting the team during bowl season, adopting Michigan’s iconic blue, staying off the internet, motorcycles, skiing with players, and an incredible 6,500-day workout streak. Taylor and Will close out the interview with a debrief on what stood out from the conversation. Later in the episode, Kevin Byard joins the show to preview Bears vs. Packers and talk through leadership in Chicago, starting slow amid outside noise, adapting to a new team, and what makes the Green Bay rivalry different. KB dives into game planning, defensive details, NIL hypotheticals, money vs. program culture, SEC vs. Big Ten debates, Ben Johnson vs. Mike Vrabel philosophies, Caleb Williams, and when he truly bought into the Bears’ locker room. The episode wraps with more Bussin chaos, clean takes, and a Stranger Things finale discussion to send it home. Big Hugs.Tiny Kisses. TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro2:30 Jarod Demon Special5:22 New Years Resolutions 33:05 Mr. Beast’s New Video Idea 41:34 Shoutout No Free Shoutout55:36 #TierTalk1:03:51 Kevin’s Clean Take1:17:59 KYLE WHITTINGHAM INTERVIEW STARTS1:18:54 Process In Becoming Michigan's Head Coach1:20:26 How Much Of A Pain In The Ass Is The Transfer Portal?1:21:35 Michigan Resources vs Utah Resources 1:22:03 Having Guys For Only One Year1:24:38 Is He Ready For The Ohio State Rivalry?1:26:05 STEPPING DOWN From Utah1:28:41 Implementing His Scheme1:32:25 Big Motorcycle Guy1:35:52 Taylor Is FIRED UP About Coach Whittingham1:47:45 KEVIN BYARD INTERVIEW STARTS1:48:39 Bears Going On A Run1:51:21 Difference Between Chicago vs Nashville1:55:14 Being An Alternate For The Pro Bowl1:58:18 Packers v Bears Preview2:02:24 Would He Have Transferred From MTSU?2:07:23 Ben Johnson Implementing His Culture2:11:58 When Did The Team Buy In?2:14:44 Growth Of Caleb Williams2:20:21 Bud Light: What Would You Do Anything For?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.