Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Leinart

American football quarterback

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Best podcasts about Matt Leinart

Latest podcast episodes about Matt Leinart

First Things First
49ers beat Rams, Bills vs. Texans preview, Matt Leinart joins, Upset Alert & Nick's Picks for Week 1

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 141:14


(0:00) 49ers beat Rams, What went wrong for Los Angeles? (26:13) Bills vs. Texans, Expect a good game from Mahomes and Chiefs? (41:14) How will Lamar Jackson and the Ravens play vs. the Colts? (47:50) Upset Alert & Nick's Picks (01:11:12) Matt Leinart joins (01:20:38) Will the Cowboys put the NFL on notice? (01:27:20) Parkins' Picks, Biggest surprise from Rams vs. 49ers? (01:49:40) Bears vs. Panthers: Who gets the statement win? (01:59:48) Chips on the Table (02:09:00) Monday Morning Headline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Things First
Super Bowl and MVP Predictions, Cowboys' best chance to win a title, Matt Leinart joins

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 139:46


(0:00) DROY Predictions, Is this the Cowboys' best chance to win a title? (23:52) Patriots & Christian Gonzalez concerns, Can T-Law prove he's elite? (40:42) MVP Predictions (47:13) Super Bowl predictions (01:06:04) Matt Leinart joins (01:17:40) Will the Bills miss the playoffs?  (01:25:42) Danny's Super Bowl and MVP picks (01:47:39) Maxx Crosby to the Cowboys? (01:59:50) Will the 49ers upset the Rams? (02:07:03) Vibes the highest with the Cubs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell
Matt Leinart on Single Sport Players & First Celebrity Crushes | Ep #154

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 18:11 Transcription Available


Matt Leinart grew up without travel ball, year-round showcases, or a coach telling an eight-year-old to pick one sport, and now he has two boys in the middle of all of it. The Big Noon Kickoff analyst joins Steve Covino and Rich Davis on Overpromised on behalf of DraftKings Gameday with a blunt message for parents: if a coach tells your kid he can only play one thing, get away from that coach, because the cream rises to the top eventually no matter what sport a kid lands on. It turns into a full throwback episode from there. Leinart gets into the 6U All-Star grind, how the Throwbacks podcast with Jerry Ferrara came together over one long phone call, the one social media trend his wife still cannot get him to do, and the theory that you cannot really know who you are dating until you have watched them survive a football season. Then Covino and Rich open the 80s and 90s vault for a crush draft that runs from Alyssa Milano and Mona to Samantha Fox, Kim Fields, Miss Elizabeth, Elisabeth Shue and the number one answer on the board, before closing on Carrie Underwood's 14th year of Sunday Night Football and the first NFL bet of the season. Overpromised is the weekly uncensored bonus pod from the Covino and Rich Show, weekdays 5-7 PM ET on Fox Sports Radio. #FSR #CRSHOW #OverpromisedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports Radio Weekends
Matt Leinart on Single Sport Players & First Celebrity Crushes | Ep #154

Fox Sports Radio Weekends

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 18:11 Transcription Available


Matt Leinart grew up without travel ball, year-round showcases, or a coach telling an eight-year-old to pick one sport, and now he has two boys in the middle of all of it. The Big Noon Kickoff analyst joins Steve Covino and Rich Davis on Overpromised on behalf of DraftKings Gameday with a blunt message for parents: if a coach tells your kid he can only play one thing, get away from that coach, because the cream rises to the top eventually no matter what sport a kid lands on. It turns into a full throwback episode from there. Leinart gets into the 6U All-Star grind, how the Throwbacks podcast with Jerry Ferrara came together over one long phone call, the one social media trend his wife still cannot get him to do, and the theory that you cannot really know who you are dating until you have watched them survive a football season. Then Covino and Rich open the 80s and 90s vault for a crush draft that runs from Alyssa Milano and Mona to Samantha Fox, Kim Fields, Miss Elizabeth, Elisabeth Shue and the number one answer on the board, before closing on Carrie Underwood's 14th year of Sunday Night Football and the first NFL bet of the season. Overpromised is the weekly uncensored bonus pod from the Covino and Rich Show, weekdays 5-7 PM ET on Fox Sports Radio. #FSR #CRSHOW #OverpromisedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pod Meets World
Matt Leinart

Pod Meets World

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 57:54 Transcription Available


It’s time to Fight On with college football powerhouse and analyst extraordinaire, Matt Leinart, as he takes a time out to hang with Danielle for a new Teen Beat! You may know his legendary achievements on the field, but before the Heisman Trophy, he was a chubby middle schooler struggling with strabismus (look it up!). Danielle takes Matt way back to his recruiting days when he rejected the chance to go to Michigan, and why he has a new perspective after watching his son navigate the same process.Plus, find out what happened when he rode in an 18-person golf cart driven by Kobe Bryant, on an all-new Teen Beat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lunchtime With Roggin And Rodney
9/2 H1: Eric Lauer hammered by Cardinals; Matt Leinart; Trout speaks on Angels sale

Lunchtime With Roggin And Rodney

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 42:59 Transcription Available


Eric Lauer was lit up by St. Louis as the Dodgers lost their series opener to the Cardinals. Matt Leinart joins us to talk college football (and about the small crowd at USC-SJSU last weekend). Mike Trout is optimistic about the future of the Angels and spoke with a Rams player about Stan Kroenke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Things First
Stefon Diggs signs with Commanders, Cowboys ‘top offense', Matt Leinart joins, Nick's Tiers

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 90:47


(0:00) Stefon Diggs signs with Commanders, Josh Allen has the right mentality? (26:22) Shedeur Sanders makes DC “sleep like a baby”, Can the Cowboys be the best offense? (39:16) Jadaveon Clowney signs with Texans, Is C.J. Stroud under more pressure than any QB?  (44:59) NIck's Tiers (01:05:25) Rather have Jared Goff or Jordan Love? (01:13:31) Matt Leinart joins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seder-Skier Podcast
MEGA show: Bill Koch's Rossi's (again), DP tips, Ski Classics team formation, Youth sports/Fatherhood commentary

The Seder-Skier Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 111:22


We reflect on our convo with Sam Holt from last week, listen to Zach Caldwell explain the Bill Koch Rossignol ski/grind project, assign positions for our Ski Classics team (and provide a name and sponsors) and respond to several Youth Inc. podcast episodes featuring Greg Olsen, Matt Leinart, David Epstein and Chris Long.Keep on striving. Keep on skiing.

Outkick the Coverage with Clay Travis
Up On Game: Hour 1 - Unretiring Numbers, RIP Chuck Norris

Outkick the Coverage with Clay Travis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 40:42 Transcription Available


LaVar Arrington, TJ Houshmandzadeh, and Plaxico Burress react to Donald Trump signing an Executive Order to protect the Army-Navy standalone game window. The guys give their thoughts on unretiring retired numbers after Matt Leinart brought up LaVar's name during his viral moment this week. Plus, the guys pay tribute for Chuck Norris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports Radio Weekends
Up On Game: Hour 1 - Unretiring Numbers, RIP Chuck Norris

Fox Sports Radio Weekends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 40:42 Transcription Available


LaVar Arrington, TJ Houshmandzadeh, and Plaxico Burress react to Donald Trump signing an Executive Order to protect the Army-Navy standalone game window. The guys give their thoughts on unretiring retired numbers after Matt Leinart brought up LaVar's name during his viral moment this week. Plus, the guys pay tribute for Chuck Norris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Odd Couple with Chris Broussard & Rob Parker
Best of The Odd Couple

The Odd Couple with Chris Broussard & Rob Parker

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 29:59 Transcription Available


Rob and Kelvin tell us why the one-and-done format is what makes the NCAA Tournament so special, debate whether Cade Cunningham’s lung injury has all but eliminated the Detroit Pistons from championship contention, and explain why Matt Leinart is totally justified for never allowing USC to un-retire his #11 jersey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Odd Couple with Chris Broussard & Rob Parker
Hour 3 - Matt Leinart is Right About USC & Hubert Davis Has to Go from UNC

The Odd Couple with Chris Broussard & Rob Parker

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 36:35 Transcription Available


Rob and Kelvin explain why Matt Leinart is totally justified for never allowing USC to un-retire his #11 jersey, and tell us why North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis has to get fired following his latest NCAA Tournament meltdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nightcap with Unc and Ocho
Nightcap Hour 2: Lakers are COOKING with Luka & LeBron + Luka Doncic SHOULD BE in MVP DISCUSSION + Wemby & Spurs END 6 YEAR PLAYOFF DROUGHT + Andre Iguodala says WINNING ISN'T a PRIORITY for NBA PLAYERS + Matt Leinhart says HELL NO to UN-RETIRING

Nightcap with Unc and Ocho

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 78:06 Transcription Available


Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Los Angeles Lakers beating the Heat behind Luka Doncic 60 points, JJ Reddick says Luka isn’t in the MVP talk because he complains to the refs, and Spurs end their 6 year playoff drought with a win over the Suns and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Luka drops 6p pts to lead Lakers win over Heat27:25 - JJ Reddick on why Luka isn't talked about in MVP discussions35:37 - Spurs end 6 yearr playoff drought37:43 - Andre Iguodala says winning isnt the priority now for players in the NBA41:39 - Matt Leinart on recruits asking for his jersey number 51:00 - Play or Fade with PrizePicks53:14 - Q & Aaayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outkick the Coverage with Clay Travis
Hour 1: Jonas, Brady, & LaVar - DeVon Achane Not Tradeable & Tourney Recap

Outkick the Coverage with Clay Travis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 41:17 Transcription Available


On this Thursday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington breakdown the first four teams to win their games an enter the big tournament in college basketball. Plus, the guys discuss DeVon Achane reportedly being not up for trade, a Matt Leinart edition of ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Midday Show
Randy McMichael doesn't just un-retire his jersey for anybody

The Midday Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 13:59


Backpage with Beau: Amillion Buggs? yes, that's a real name, and he just cashed in on it. Also, Matt Leinart recently said that he wouldn't un-retire his jersey number for anyone, and Randy McMichael shares a similar story.

False Start - College Football Podcast
Episode 260: Matt Leinart won't let you have his USC number, CFB HCs we think could be good CBB HCs

False Start - College Football Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 64:00


Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!Do not let them have it!On today's episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) tried to keep this thing on the tracks in the lead-up to March Madness.No, Matt Leinart will not let you have his USC jersey number!No, the guys do not think Kirby Smart would be a good college basketball coach.That being said, P.J. Fleck already looks good in a sweater vest, so maybe he has a blossoming career for him on the hardwood he does not know about...Row, row, row your boat, gently down the lane.Merely, merely, merely, like is but a dream, because this is False Start!Support the show

WTAW - Infomaniacs
The Infomaniacs: March 19, 2026 (7:00am)

WTAW - Infomaniacs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 36:22 Transcription Available


'Flamper' and 'Champer', the Masters Club Dinner, how AI will bring the late Val Kilmer to a new film, the best cities for college basketball fans, March Madness, why former Matt Leinart says USC will not unretire his jersey, Mel C confirming there will be no reunion amid Spice Girls 30th anniversary hopes, snake yoga, Jokes with Will — plus the latest news and sports. 

First Take
Hour 2: Mad Dog Reveals His Final Four!

First Take

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 45:27


First Take resumes with Mad Dog's Final Four. Two 5 seeds?? Mad Dog has officially gone...crazy. (0:00) Then, does Jaylen Waddle put Bo Nix and the Broncos on top of the AFC? (13:15) Next, Mad Dog is mad about Matt Leinart's unretired jersey, people who make multiple tournament brackets, and the Oscars having ten best picture nominees! (24:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell
Hour 2- Dan Beyer & Monse Bolanos Guest Hosting

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 38:32 Transcription Available


Dan and Monse filling in for C&R as they discuss Matt Leinart's recent comments about retiring his number for a USC recruit. Monse hosts The Newlywed Game as Dan and Sam test their compatibility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell
The Best of Covino & Rich

Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 48:51 Transcription Available


On this edition of the Best of Covino & Rich: Dan Beyer and Monse Bolanos filling in for C&R as they discuss USA's loss in the WBC Finals to Venezuela and the role Aaron Judge played in that. Monse hosts The Newlywed Game as Dan and Sam test their compatibility. Dan and Monse discuss Matt Leinart's recent comments about retiring his number for a USC recruit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ben Maller Show
Hour 3 - Mad Maxx

The Ben Maller Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 40:50 Transcription Available


Ben Maller talks about the "real truth" as to why the Ravens nixed the Maxx Crosby trade, Matt Leinart refusing to allow USC to unretire his jersey number, Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani making $125 million from endorsements, Too Much or Not Enough, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TDC Podcast
TDC Podcast – #2081

TDC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 97:17


TDC Podcast topics - gearing up for March Madness…get yourself a free bracket to play with us "TDC Podcast" on CBS Sports (link in the description), Nick Shirley releases new video of fraud in CA. Alabama guard gets busted with 2 lbs of weed, jury finds Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband in Utah, Mitch Albom is a fraud, Matt Leinart says he'll never unretire his USC jersey number 11, Tucker Carlson says the DOJ is building a criminal referral against him, email and much more.    

Boomer & Gio
Full Show - WBC Recap, Knicks Beat Pacers, Draft Talk As Well

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 154:09


The show covers Team USA's WBC loss to Venezuela including Nolan McLean's outing, followed by Jaylen Waddle's trade to the Broncos and the Knicks' win over the Pacers. We touch on NFL tanking ("Hi, Miami"), Kenyon Martin's podcast drama, and Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his USC jersey. Finally, the team analyzes MLB rankings and Aaron Judge's performance before closing with the Seahawks' season opener and a critique of MetLife Stadium.

Boomer & Gio
Hour 3 - Knicks Championship Outlook, NFL Draft, McLean & Judge From WBC Post

Boomer & Gio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 36:17


We talk the Knicks' championship "winds" and the NFL draft before Jerry's update revisits classic Spring Training "wraps." He's got Team USA's loss to Venezuela, Nolan McLean's start, and Aaron Judge's Yankees return, alongside the Knicks' win over the Pacers. Finally, Boomer's love for Australian licorice, and Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his USC jersey.

Grant and Danny
Hour 2: USC asks Matt Leinart to unretire his jersey, Maxx Crosby Trade Saga, Grant runs into a famous DC athlete

Grant and Danny

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 43:26


Bishop and Laurinaitis - 97.1 The Fan
Bishop & Friends March, 18, 2026

Bishop and Laurinaitis - 97.1 The Fan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 138:20


Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! It's going to be a good Spring!! The Jackets roll the Hurricanes. NCAA Tournament starts with 2 good ones. The World Baseball Classic final was a Classic. Maxx Crosby exposes the Ravens. Matt Leinart says no to unretiring his number. ESPN's Jake Trotter, John Mobley Jr, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Craft Brewed Sports
The ONLY Six Teams That Can Win The Tournament | Did T-Pain Call a Soccer Match | New Taco Bell Menu

Craft Brewed Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 113:17


If you're betting on March Madness, stop guessing. We break down the ONLY six teams that can actually win it all based on real trends that have held up for decades. But that's just the start of the chaos. Tonight's episode includes: • World Baseball Classic drama as Team USA pushes for the title (and the commercials get… weirdly specific) • Louisiana Tech somehow scheduled for 20 football games thanks to a conference lawsuit

The Rich Keefe Show
8PM Headlines: Iran basketball, Russian hockey, Steve Kerr joins 600 club

The Rich Keefe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 18:11


Plus, the latest on the confounding Matt Leinart news.

Morning  Juice
Morning Juice March, 18, 2026

Morning Juice

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 103:05


DeVier Posey in for Bobby today, this date in history, does Miami OH need a win tonight to validate their tournament selection, Quick Hitters: Dolphins send Jaylen Waddle to Denver & Matt Leinart's retired number at SC, JJ Sullinger talking OSU hoops and John Gerber on the Valspar Championship.

The Bobby Carpenter Show w/ Anthony Schlegel
3/18/26: Bill Bender Talks Sporting News' 140 Greatest Sports Moments, Big Ten Portal Tampering Debate, Matt Leinart Jersey Number Un-Retirement Saga & So Much More!

The Bobby Carpenter Show w/ Anthony Schlegel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 34:18


3/18/26: Bill Bender Talks Sporting News' 140 Greatest Sports Moments, Big Ten Portal Tampering Debate, Matt Leinart Jersey Number Un-Retirement Saga & So Much More!

Sportstalk1400's Podcast
Episode 15679: PLANK SHOW - HOUR 2 - 3-18-26 - THOUGHTS ON JERSEY RETIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE FOOTBALL, MATT LEINART NOT WANTING TO GIVE HIS NUMBER UP

Sportstalk1400's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 45:37


Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio
Justin Fields traded to Chiefs + Geno Smith on Jets reunion (3/17 Hour 1)

Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 55:53


(00:50) USC asked Matt Leinart to unretire his jersey for a recruit. Leinart: “Absolutely F-ing not” (11:15) Titans reveal new logo (18:32) Jets trade QB Justin Fields to Chiefs for 2027 6th round pick (45:30) Raiders traded QB Geno Smith to Jets last week (51:30) Geno Smith: “Although it didn’t go exactly as planned, somehow, someway, we got back here. And I’m eager to make things right if I can.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
Matt Leinart Refuses to Un-Retire USC Jersey for 5-Star Recruit

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 11:23


Matt Leinart makes headlines for refusing to let USC un-retire his number 11 jersey for incoming recruits. The conversation shifts to the sanctity of retired numbers in the transfer portal era and why NFL teams like the Browns are often hesitant to retire jerseys. Former Cavalier Channing Frye also prepares to join and break down the team's recent struggles. 01:20 - Cleveland Browns Draft Concerns 02:12 - Leinart Protects USC Legacy 07:09 - Jersey Retirement Philosophy 10:39 - Channing Frye Interview Preview

Mad Radio
PettyCast: Leinart's Jersey Number + Bam's 83-pointer + How to Say Etienne

Mad Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 19:04


Seth and Sean discuss Matt Leinart's refusal to unretire his jersey number when USC keeps asking him to, Charles Barkley, Howard Beck and Raja Bell talking about pettiness for Bam following his 83-point game, and Kyle Brandt talking about how media is finally being told to pronounce Etienne.

The Cook & Joe Show
12PM - Longtime college basketball coach Ron Everhart joins to preview the tourney; The Limitless Express - Michael Pittman trade, Matt Leinart's retired number

The Cook & Joe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 32:34


Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Ron Everhart thinks that Miami (Ohio) is going to make a run in the NCAA Tournament. He thinks TCU and Utah State ended up with poor seeds and too low. Ron has Arkansas winning the NCAA Tournament. Joe thinks Justin Fields might be the best backup in the league, and is a good addition for the Chiefs. USC asked Matt Leinart if they can unretire his number!

The Cook & Joe Show
The Limitless Express - Michael Pittman trade, Matt Leinart's retired number

The Cook & Joe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 11:04


Joe thinks Justin Fields might be the best backup in the league, and is a good addition for the Chiefs. USC asked Matt Leinart if they can unretire his number for recruits and he said NO. The Steelers acquired Michael Pittman for a late-round pick swap and we'd rather take Pittman for the deal and money compared to Jaylen Waddle with the Broncos.

Sportstalk1400's Podcast
Episode 15673: THE RUSH - HOUR 2 - 3-17-26 - USC KEEPS WANTING TO UNRETIRE MATT LEINART'S JERSEY

Sportstalk1400's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 45:53


Lunchtime With Roggin And Rodney
3/17 H2: Dylan Hernandez; Matt Leinart wont unretire his jersey at USC; Dumb World Records

Lunchtime With Roggin And Rodney

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 39:23 Transcription Available


Dylan Hernandez hops on to talk about the United States' run to the title game in the WBC. Matt Leinart says USC has approached him multiple times about unretiring his #11 jersey for a recruit. As one woman broke the world record for simply counting out loud, we discuss some of the most bizzare and ridiculous world records.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pigskin Daily History Dispatch
Unraveling the Legacy of Pete Carroll's USC Trojans

Pigskin Daily History Dispatch

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 29:40 Transcription Available


Men of Troy: Inside the Wild Nights and Enduring Legacy of Pete Carroll's USCFor college football fans, the early 2000s in Los Angeles weren't just about a team—it was a cultural phenomenon. Recently on Pigskin Dispatch, I had the pleasure of sitting down with award-winning author Monte Burke to discuss his latest book, Men of Troy: The Epic Afternoons, Wild Nights and Enduring Legacy of Pete Carroll's USC Trojans.If you lived through that era, you remember the energy. But as Monte and I discussed, the story behind the dynasty is even more fascinating than the highlights we saw on TV.The Resurrection of a Sleeping GiantBefore Pete Carroll arrived, USC was a storied program that had drifted into two decades of national irrelevance. When Carroll was hired, the reaction from boosters and the LA media was almost universally negative. He had been fired twice in the NFL and hadn't coached in college for 15 years."People went berserk," Monte noted during our chat. "They wondered why they hired a guy on his third strike."But Carroll brought something unique: an unorthodox, psychology-driven approach. Influenced by the "Summer of Love" and a study of Zen-like focus, he turned the Trojans into a "players-first" program where the primary rule was simply to have fun.When Hollywood Met the GridironOne of the most captivating parts of Monte's research is the "Hollywood" atmosphere that surrounded the team. With no NFL teams in LA at the time, USC became the city's pro team.Practices were completely open, leading to surreal scenes where legends like Snoop Dogg, Will Ferrell, and Arnold Schwarzenegger would mingle with players on the sidelines. Monte shared a brilliant anecdote where a student approached quarterback Matt Leinart for an autograph while ignoring Will Ferrell, who was sitting right next to him. That was the level of stardom these "Men of Troy" achieved.The "Six Inches" from ImmortalityWe spent some time revisiting the 2006 National Championship game against Texas—often cited as the greatest game ever played. As Monte describes it, USC was "six inches away" from winning three consecutive national titles, a feat never accomplished in the modern era.The book dives deep into the human side of that loss, from Reggie Bush's ill-fated lateral to the "Bush Push" and the missed fourth down by Lendale White. Speaking with the players years later, Monte found that these moments still haunt and define many of them today.A Lasting Impact on the PAC-12The rise of Pete Carroll didn't just help USC; it lifted the entire conference. The dominance of the Trojans forced rivals like Stanford and Oregon to "get their act together," leading to the hiring of Jim Harbaugh and Chip Kelly. Conversely, Monte argues that when the NCAA sanctions hit and USC "sunk," it acted as an anchor that eventually dragged down the relevance of the entire PAC-12 conference.Get the Full StoryWhether you're a die-hard Trojan or a fan of football history, Men of Troy is a must-read. It's a story of redemption, ego, celebrity, and the razor-thin margin between immortality and "what could have been."Listen to the full interview with Monte Burke on the Pigskin Dispatch Podcast and grab your copy of Men of Troy at your local bookstore or on Amazon!Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website to see even more Positive football news!Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well don't, because they can...

Arroe Collins
Coach Pete Carroll's Journey As A USC Trojan And Beyond From Monte Burke

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 18:51 Transcription Available


The University of Southern California received thousands of calls, emails and letters in 2001, after hiring former NFL coach, Pete Carroll, to resurrect its moribund program. Carroll was a "failure," a "fraud," and a "flake" according to USC boosters, the fans in Los Angeles and the college football cognoscenti. But by the middle of the decade, he had turned USC into a legendary juggernaut, with multiple Heisman Trophy winners and national championships.In Men of Troy, Monte Burke, provides the definitive account of this singular dynasty, based on original reporting and more than 150 new interviews. Burke illustrates how Carroll and his colorful cast of coaches and players-including cross-eyed quarterback turned national heartthrob, Matt Leinart, and the electric, generational running back, Reggie Bush-not only took over college football, but Los Angeles and the country, as well.Burke not only takes readers through the iconic games of the era, but also behind the scenes-in the locker room, on the recruiting trail and into the LA nightlife scene, where the players enjoyed their celebrity status and, at times, succumbed to illicit temptations. He also puts the dynasty in proper context, tracing the breathtaking rise of the program, the sudden and inglorious fall, and the scandal that left a program in ruins and precipitated the drastic changes that led to the current era of college football.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

First Things First
Cowboys beat Chiefs, Packers beat Lions, Matt Leinart joins, Title Plate & Parkin's Picks

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 94:34


(0:00) Cowboys beat Chiefs, Kansas City playoff odds, Can Dallas make a playoff run? (18:09) Packers beat Lions, Title Plate (31:28) Bengals beat Ravens, Surprised Burrow outplayed Lamar? (37:23) Matt Leinart talks Ohio State vs. Michigan (43:20) Parkins' Picks, What went wrong for the Chiefs? (01:05:01) Bears upset or Eagles blowout, Stock Up Stock Down (01:16:58) How should Chiefs fans feel after the loss? (01:24:13) Bears will validate record with win over Eagles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Top Five NFL Games To Watch in Week 7, Falcons Soar with Bijan Robinson, Dan Campbell Wants Detroit Rocking Again, Plus USC Legend Matt Leinart Shares What's Great About South Bend, Indiana

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 52:42


Notre Dame and USC on Saturday. Chiefs v Raiders and Dallas v Washington on Sunday. Three words for rivalry games - ooh, la and la. USC Legend Matt Leinart knows a thing or two about that game. He shares what's great about South Bend, Indiana. And then shares why giving blood is the easiest way to save lives. (Find out more: BigTen.Org/Abbott). Then Chris Cote joins the show to work through the top five games to watch this weekend, along with the reason why Oreos are a superior dunking cookie. Punk Legend Henry Rollins makes an appearance, too. We think. Don't fact check us on that one. But Dave Dameshek and the gang have the necessary prep to make the Week 7 NFL weekend soar on Football America! (Photo by Mike Stewart/AP) Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:02:45) Monologue - Rivalries (00:02:45-00:22:48) Matt Leinart on South Bend and Blood and Rivalries (00:22:48-00:43:53) Top Five Game with Chris Cote (00:43:53-00:49:42) Pick Six AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Matt Leinart: https://x.com/MattLeinartQB Chris Cote: https://x.com/__chriscote Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Matt Leinart, Chris Cote Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes, Bradley Campbell Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Things First
Chiefs' ‘guaranteed win' vs. Raiders, Matt Leinart & Mark Ingram join, Upset Alert & Nick's Picks

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 94:11


(0:00) Bengals beat Steelers, Will the Chiefs beat the Raiders? (25:28) Eagles vs. Vikings, How important is Cowboys vs. Commanders?  (38:43) Broncos giving Giants bulletin board material? (44:46) Upset Alert & Nick's Picks (01:05:36) Vinnie Pasquantino's ALCS & NLCS predictions  (01:16:09) Matt Leinart and Mark Ingram discuss USC vs. Notre Dame (01:25:03) Monday Morning Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pardon My Take
MLB Playoffs With Jeff Passan, CFB With Matt Leinart, Bears Beat Commanders In The PMT Bowl + Guys On Chicks

Pardon My Take

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 181:22


The Dodgers are unfair and have dudes on dudes on dudes. Mariners team of destiny and a serious not about our friend Nick Mangold (00:00:00-00:22:18). We kick it back to ourselves back in studio to talk about Monday Night Football, the Falcons big win over the Falcons and the PMT Bowl as Jayden Daniels fumbled away the game and the Bears move to 3-2 (00:22:18-00:51:10). We talk some CFB and Brian Callahan fired (00:51:10-00:59:47). Hot Seat/Cool Throne (00:59:47-01:21:09). MLB Insider from ESPN Jeff Passan joins the show to talk playoff baseball, Mariners team of destiny, the impending lockout, can anyone beat the Dodgers and more (01:21:09-02:10:36). Matt Leinart joins the show to talk USC/ND, the 2025 Football season, best Quarterbacks, Indiana being for real and more (02:10:36-02:44:36). We finish with guys on chicks (02:44:36-02:58:36).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/pardon-my-take

First Things First
Chiefs vs. Ravens preview, Matt Leinart & Mark Ingram join, Upset Alert & Nick's Picks

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 138:38


(0:00) Chiefs vs. Ravens preview, Time to respect Sam Darnold and Seahawks? (26:03) Matt Leinart & Mark Ingram join (38:44) Packers vs. Cowboys, Jerry Jones disrespecting Micah Parsons? (45:23) Nick's Picks and Upset Alert (01:08:20) Eagles vs. Bucs, Is Shedeur Sanders too honest? (01:21:33) FTF Bowl III Monday Morning Headline (01:24:24) Media ‘will regret' how Chiefs vs. Ravens has been covered, Week 4 previews (01:47:16) Parkins' Picks, Faith in Packers waning if they lose to the Cowboys? (01:57:18) Chance Lamar Jackson outplays Patrick Mahomes? (02:06:33) Steelers vs. Vikings preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking the Huddle with Joel Klatt
John Mateer Injury Impact, Ranking Top Teams into Tiers & Matt Leinart on USC's ceiling

Breaking the Huddle with Joel Klatt

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 58:14


FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt reacts to the news that Heisman favorite Oklahoma QB John Mateer will be out indefinitely with a hand injury and discusses whether the Sooners can hold onto their season while he's out. He also responds to the news that Mike Gundy has been let go as Oklahoma State Head Coach. Klatt then ranks teams across the Big Ten, SEC, Big 12, ACC and Group of 6 into tiers based on who he views as the real favorites and contenders in each conference. He then welcomes Heisman Trophy winner and Big Noon Kickoff Analyst Matt Leinart to the show to discuss USC's perfect start to the season as well how high the Trojans' ceiling is this season before also getting into the Heisman race now that Mateer will be out for a length of time. 0:00-2:06 Intro2:07-6:09 John Mateer undergoes surgery, out indefinitely6:10-7:45 Oklahoma State fires Mike Gundy7:46-19:16 Big Ten Tiers19:17-26:13 SEC Tiers26:14-30:31 Big 12 Tiers30:32-33:48 ACC Tiers33:49-36:36 Group of 6 Tiers36:47-56:29 Matt Leinart interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Things First
Final predictions, Lil Wayne reacts to the Micah Parsons trade, Mark Ingram & Matt Leinart join

First Things First

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 138:30


(0:00) Jerry Jones justifies trading Micah Parsons to the Packers, Lil Wayne reacts (22:52) Matt Leinart and Mark Ingram on Texas vs. Ohio State, Arch Manning (38:18) Should Cowboys fans have any hope this season?  (46:12) FINAL PREDICTIONS: Super Bowl, MVP, Amendments (01:06:33) Can the Cowboys prepare for the Eagles?  (01:20:40) Who could've outbid the Packers for Micah Parsons? (01:24:21) Cowboys moved Parsons “to win playoff games”, Parkins' SB & MVP Picks (01:45:26) Parkin's Cowboys and Packers Picks (01:55:26) Cowboys vs. Eagles preview, Parsons expectations (02:05:42) Micah Parsons jumps to DPOY favorite  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show
Thursday, August 21st 2025 Dave & Chuck the Freak Full Show

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 198:35


Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about things moved in Chuck’s spot, Hazy IPA Day, cuck sauna, man drove 14 hours for opening of In-N-Out, restaurant lifts diners in the air with a crane while they eat, casual dining restaurants are doing well, travelers busted with monkey and rodent meat at Detroit airport, update on woman who drove with her husband on hood of car, teen shots man and robs him during OfferUp sale, man gets bit while posing with shark on the beach, man’s bracelet worth $25k recovered after losing it while fishing, woman gave birth to quintuplets, jazz band performed during delayed flight, security a little rough with kid who ran onto field, residents suing over pickleball court, new Gronk playground in Boston, Alexa blasts Matt Leinart, couple have Lord Of The Rings wedding, movie budgets, new Sydney Sweeney movie tanked at box office, drug dealer busted after using drone to deliver product, drunk driver admits to drinking twisted tea, toilet cams, woman had to catch iguana she found in toilet, man caught on camera pooping on woman’s doorstep, stubborn man from China who refused to sell home when road built around it, most people in line to meet Buzz Lightyear are childless Disney Adults, dating app Tea linked to spike in divorces, ‘hamstering’ kink trend, man busted ripping speed radar signs off road, neighbor has been harassing old couple, guy arrested and charged for pretending to be drunk, brawl on cruise over chicken tenders, men’s haircut styles, and more! This episode of Dave & Chuck is brought to you in part by Profluent http://bit.ly/4fhEq5l

New Rory & MAL
Episode 391 | Bumpy Johnson

New Rory & MAL

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 96:27 Transcription Available


Demaris got somewhere to be after we record, so Mal made sure to put her through the ringer to open the pod (3:40). Drake dropped a new track after we finished recording, but Rory and Mal speculated on what the public's reaction will be (14:00). Our fans were split on Tyler's new EP so Rory checks in to see if Mal changed his mind about it (20:38). Then, unfortunately we're reminded of one of the worst collab albums of all-time, and Rory's personal 9/11 - The Biggie Duets (30:48). Plus, Matt Leinart fumbling Rihanna got us revealing nicknames we use as contacts in our phones (43:00), Hunter Biden got Demaris wanting to try crack (58:57), and a caller gets real about a heartbreaking bomb her man is dealing with (1:22:24) #volume ** TIMESTAMPS MAY VARY DUE TO ADVERTISEMENTSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.