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First Take begins with GOTI. Huh? Yes, GOTI. Dak dubbed the cowboys high flying offense the "Greatest Offense There Is." Where is all of this confidence coming from, and is it a good sign for the Cowboys? UnSportsmanLike's own Evan Cohen ponders all of the Cowboys hype currently circulating. Then, former SEC loyalist Paul Finebaum joins to wax poetic about the Big Ten. Next, is Deion Sanders visiting Browns training camp an issue? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! It's the Julian Sayin Season. Hear what Ryan Day, Jeremiah Smith and Sayin himself had to say about QB1. It's the Bucks and Ducks in the Big Ten. Browns and Bengals camp Day 1. Big Ten Media Days continue today. 20 Most Interesting Ole Miss. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Steven Willis of Locked On Ole Miss, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
00:00 – 26:15 – JMV opens a Thursday edition of The Ride with some Curt Cignetti comments from Big Ten Media Days and why when he says he’s process oriented, it lands differently than when a different team in town says they are process oriented. He touches on the Big Ten and SEC debate. Plus, he wonders what we are going to see from Alec Pierce this season and why he has to be more versatile. JMV also previews his conversation with Caden Curry, if he likes the pinstripe jerseys, the Pacers are coming back with and Max Clark got called up. 26:15 – 41:28 – Colts Rookie Defensive End and Center Grove Grad Caden Curry joins the show and discusses how camp has started for him and how he is prepared for everything that is coming his way. Plus, he’s caught a lot of flak from Carmel and Westfield people at camp, as well as IU fans after his hit on Mendoza in the Big Ten Title Game. He reflects on what he remembers about that play. 41:28 – 50:03 – After saying Caleb looks like Thomas Magnum from Magnum P.I. earlier in the show, JMV runs through some old TV show themes that remind him of Sunday night, then reads some texts from listeners. 50:03 - 1:14:02 JMV continues the TV show theme conversation before getting into Paul Finebaum audio about him betting against them last year. JMV continues to wonder if Indiana is the most hated program in the country. 1:14:02 – 1:35:32 – Zach Osterman from the IndyStar joins us from Chicago to react to what Curt Cignetti had to say at Big Ten Media days, does he have beef with Nick Saban and the SEC? Then, they get into the roster makeup and what the quarterback position looks like, including the question at Tight End and what Cignetti had to say about it. 1:35:32 – 1:38:04 – JMV reflects on the movie Hollywood Nights before wrapping up the first hour of the show. 1:38:04 – 2:06:47 – From CBS4/FOX59, Mike Chappell joins and JMV asks him if he wants to join him at a show before they get into the Colts conversation and Mike wonders if wide receiver coach Reggie Wayne is happy with the state of the room. They also shine light on Charvarius Ward’s comments today and how open and honest he was with his decision to almost retire. What’s his outlook on Caden Curry? 2:06:47 – 2:16:57 – JMV reminisces on some movies that were released on this date in history, including nightshift. He also wonders if Producer Caleb knows he hasn’t seen a movie in a theatre since September 21st 1999. 2:16:57 – 2:24:28 – JMV gives away State Fair tickets and previews tomorrow's show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JASON'S RETURN! Memphis Blazers, LeBron James's Decision, & The Memphis Zoo; Paul Finebaum on the Memphis Tigers' Standing, SEC Previews, Coaches & More! Charles Huff Spoke to the Media Ahead of the Open of Practices.
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WEEI presents a roundup of the biggest New England Patriots storylines heading into training camp, featuring highlights from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. The guys debate Adam Schefter's claim that Drake Maye can carry the team without Christian Gonzalez, dissect ESPN ranking the Patriots #1 in under-25 talent, and react to Paul Finebaum calling Bill Belichick's UNC tenure "embarrassing and pathetic." Plus, concerns over rookie holdout Gabe Jacas and whether Will Campbell is under the most pressure this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Patriots on WEEI!
WEEI presents a roundup of the biggest New England Patriots storylines heading into training camp, featuring highlights from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. The guys debate Adam Schefter's claim that Drake Maye can carry the team without Christian Gonzalez, dissect ESPN ranking the Patriots #1 in under-25 talent, and react to Paul Finebaum calling Bill Belichick's UNC tenure "embarrassing and pathetic." Plus, concerns over rookie holdout Gabe Jacas and whether Will Campbell is under the most pressure this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Patriots on WEEI!
WEEI presents a roundup of the biggest New England Patriots storylines heading into training camp, featuring highlights from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. The guys debate Adam Schefter's claim that Drake Maye can carry the team without Christian Gonzalez, dissect ESPN ranking the Patriots #1 in under-25 talent, and react to Paul Finebaum calling Bill Belichick's UNC tenure "embarrassing and pathetic." Plus, concerns over rookie holdout Gabe Jacas and whether Will Campbell is under the most pressure this season. That and more on this week's Best Of Patriots on WEEI!
On this hour, David continues his recap of SEC media days and Aggie and The Voice winner Aiden Ross joins the show to talk about his experience with both The Voice and Texas A&M!
ESPN and SEC Network analyst Paul Finebaum joins The Next Round live from SEC Media Days in Tampa to break down the biggest storylines in the Southeastern Conference. Finebaum reacts to Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer's answer when asked whether his tenure in Tuscaloosa will ultimately be defined by winning a national championship. Paul—and many others—were not satisfied with DeBoer's response, leading to a larger conversation about the pressure facing Alabama football and the championship expectations that come with replacing Nick Saban. We also discuss whether Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding won SEC Media Days, the early momentum surrounding the Rebels and whether Golding can sustain long-term success in Oxford. Plus, Finebaum shares his thoughts on the biggest winners, questions and storylines coming out of SEC Media Days. Can Kalen DeBoer meet Alabama's national championship standard? Is Pete Golding building something sustainable at Ole Miss? Watch the full interview and let us know what you think in the comments.
How will the SEC media vote shake out? Tyler's Viewing Menu presented by Michelson Laser Vision! On3's Andy Staples joins the show from SEC Media Days Our daily 4 Downs presented by Central Alabama Asphalt! Paul Finebaum joins the show from SEC Media Days 02:55:00 Trash SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mark Rodgers is live from SEC Media Days in Tampa, Florida. Lane Kiffin took a shot at teams that still recruit and develop the old fashioned way. Which teams in the country have the highest homegrown/retention percentage? Paul Finebaum on the SEC and OU outlook headed into the season. Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby joins Mark to talk about his program and their tough game with OU. Terry Ford, from 107.5 The Game in South Carolina, discusses the Thunder as well as the outlook for South Carolina this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this weekly "Best Of" episode, Dan dives into Angel Reese & Victimhood: A debate on the narrative surrounding LSU's star forward and public perceptions. Paul Finebaum unleashes a scathing critique on Dabo Swinney after the Clemson coach defends his past success, declaring Swinney is "stuck on stupid," clinging to old glory, and watching his program slide into irrelevance. Dan reflects on the emotional wave of ESPN layoffs and Dan Z's perspective on the media shifting landscape. Dan admits he know nothing about Marvel, and proves once again that his pop-culture knowledge permanently died in 1998. Davey and Sean mercifully try to save him. And Stephen A. & Ryan Clark: Unpacking Stephen A. Smith's comments and where he missed the mark regarding Ryan Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this edition of Random Crap, Stephen A Smith reacts to the Ryan Clark firing, Paul Finebaum and Ric Flair have made up, a legendary Finebaum caller is threatening to sue the SEC, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Hour 2 Robby and Joe discuss The Athletic's CFB QB tier rankings that were released yesterday. Also, Paul Finebaum thought Vanderbilt RB Sedrick Alexander was married, and of course the RexRant.
In Hour 1 Robby and Joe discuss the ESPN layoffs, and what programming people even watch on ESPN these days other than live events. (Apologies for the beginning of the podcast the podcast computer turned on us for the first 5ish minutes of the show but is good now if you want to catch the beginning that wasn't here the video stream on YouTube is your best bet) In Hour 2 the guys discuss The Athletic's CFB QB tier rankings that were released yesterday. Also, Paul Finebaum thought Vanderbilt RB Sedrick Alexander was married, and of course the RexRant. In Hour 3 the guys are joined by Mike Herndon to talk all things Titans just before training camp. They also discussed the hype that Tyjae Spears is once again getting heading into 2026.
First Take resumes with Paul Finebaum and Jordan Rodgers live from SEC Media day! Four years removed from their last CFP championship, Paul and Jordan can feel the tension in the Tampa air as SEC officials ponder seceding from the NCAA! Then, Chris Canty is TIRED of Joe Burrow getting a free pass! If he doesn't get to the playoffs this year, will he ever go back? Next, who's the team to beat in the AFC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fast Track! Mason and Ramona Shelburne dive into Paul Finebaum's comments about Bill Belichick. More Fast Track! What did Cam Skattebo do at ‘Fanatics Fest' that got him in hot water? Who gave high praise to Cameron Carr in the summer league? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SEC MEDIA DAYS ARE HERE AND ROLLING! Greg and Cole sit down with some players from Mizzou, Kentucky and Oklahoma as well as joined by Paul Finebaum discussing all thigs Day 1 of SEC Media Days in Tampa!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Randy recounts a weekend mishap where his dog, Nico, stole a raw ribeye steak while he was preoccupied with grilling. They transition into a discussion about Paul Finebaum's recent "sassy" comments regarding Dabo Swinney and how NIL has shifted the landscape of coaching security in the SEC. The conversation wraps up with predictions for the upcoming football season, highlighting Georgia and Texas as conference favorites. 01:00 - Nico Steals Raw Steak 04:38 - Home Improvement Anxiety 06:32 - Finebaum Blasts Dabo Swinney 08:13 - NIL Impacts Coaching Security 12:11 - SEC Football Season Predictions
Ken and Curtis head into the second half of the show wondering why haven't the Patriots paid Christian Gonzalez yet. Where does Drake Maye place in QB rankings and how much reliance is on the quarterback for NFL teams? The guys listen to what Robert Kraft said about Mike Vrabel this offseason and what Paul Finebaum said about Bill Belichick. And will the Red Sox be able to keep this streak alive?
Happy Friday Edition of the Program! Beau isn't going to his school reunions, and the smoke in Ohio is crazy. The Schott is getting a new scoreboard and talk about the five-star freshmen on the team. The LeBron landing spot drama is getting tiring. We discuss the future of the ACC. We do our weekly Friday chat with Tim May, and Paul Finebaum joins the show. 20 Most Interesting locks in on Alabama and we talk with Luke Robinson of Locked on Alabama. What's Up, What we Learned this Week, Thing Or Not A Thing, and Three Things.
Zach and Ross begin the show recognizing former Titans RB Chris Johnston who the Titans announced will be inducted into the team's ring of honor. They were then joined by Jordan Dajani of CBS Sports to talk about some of the hottest NFL topics. The hour wrapped up with a discussion of Clemson HC Dabo Swinney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com British Open magic On Campus - ACC Media Days See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Finebaum joins to preview SEC Media Days.
ESPN's Paul Finebaum joins the show.
Zach and Ross begin the show recognizing former Titans RB Chris Johnston who the Titans announced will be inducted into the team's ring of honor. They were then joined by Jordan Dajani of CBS Sports to talk about some of the hottest NFL topics. The hour wrapped up with a discussion of Clemson HC Dabo Swinney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with the guys feeling split on where their heads are just a bit before SEC Media Days; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us why all of his Big 12 Media Days takeaways are negative, what he wants to learn from ACC Media Days, and what, if anything will come out of SEC Media Days; later, Cole learns about CFL & gets really excited about their rules; and finally, we reveal our thoughts on Kalen DeBoer being on a preseason watch list. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bryan Broaddus and Zach Wolchuk discuss the impressive records Jeremiah Smith is pursuing at Ohio State and analyze the toughest schedules in college football for the upcoming season. They also review Paul Finebaum's harsh comments on Brian Kelly and evaluate Arch Manning's potential as a future NFL quarterback. 01:36 - Jeremiah Smith's Record Pursuit 04:07 - Toughest College Football Schedules 06:29 - Finebaum and Arch Manning
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Braves salvage series finale in St. Louis On Campus - Finebaum, ND @ Lambeau & Warde Manuel Conor McGregor's epic fail See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
USA sets an enormous viewership record at 30 million English-speaking viewers. But Mexico-England sets the new soccer record for the United States at more than 44 million viewers. How will the success of the World Cup impact Nashville SC and the second half of the MLS season? And Braden tried to get soccer into the Paul Finebaum show this week. Braden Gall and Steve Cavendish talk Nashville sports, media and business. If you care about local journalism, please take five minutes to fill out this short media survey about Middle Tennessee coverage.
Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! It's Ries Birthday!! It's also Tom Hanks birthday so we discuss some of his movies. Beau and his Boys had an eventful night golfing. College Football is back with Media Days. Another twist in the Sherrone Morre and Michigan saga. World Cup Quarters begin today and they're not in Prime Time. Jeremiah Smith isn't playing for free. We discuss if he is on OSU's WR Mt Rushmore yet. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, DeVier Posey, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with the guys saying they got to experience; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us why the Cruz-Cantwell bill needs to hurry if it's gonna get enacted into law, why Auburn is the team he wants to know the most about at SEC Media Days, and why he's not high on Texas A&M; and later, Cole & Greg look at John Mateer and if he's going to improve in 2026. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! Team USA advances to the Round of 16 at the World Cup. Zach Werenski and the CBJ agree to continue on together. Goalie Bob is heading to Toronto and the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to the 76ers. The Best QR/RB duos in College Football this season. Frankie Hejduk, ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things
Peter Burns in for Paul Finebaum. Chris Vannini, The Athletic and Nick Kelly, AL.com join the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Peter Burns in for Paul Finebaum. Tom Luginbill, ESPN and Franz Beard, GatorBait joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Peter Burns in for Paul Finebaum. Beaux and Thomas Burns make their TV debut to prepare for the USMNT's match against Bosnia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a look at the expectations of Year One for the Florida Gators; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us why he's unsure of what Kalen DeBoer is doing in recruiting, what the 1,000-foot view of the Florida Gators offseason is, and what he thinks will be the takeaway from SEC Media Days; later, is Tennessee in a make or break year; and finally, listeners chime in with their thoughts on the upcoming SEC season. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday's show featured Kay Naegeli and Callie Garner guest-hosting and heard Maija Mortensen in hour one. Hour two heard Laura Rutledge and Paul Finebaum, while hour three heard Billy Liucci.
ESPN NFL Host Laura Rutledge. SEC Network's Paul Finebaum.
Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! An All-Friends Edition with Joshua Perry in for Beau. Bruce Thornton gets drafted with the 1st pick of the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft and is off to Houston. Jeremiah Smith is highly rated on the new EA Sports College Football Game. The College Football Calendar could be changing and stadium naming rights are here. TEAM USA's World Cup journey continues tonight. Zach Werenski's future with the CBJ. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things
Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with us asking what sport has gotten your attention lately because a LOT has been enjoyable on the court/field/pitch; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us why he wishes we were done with Texas Tech & Cody Campbell, what he thought of the Big Ten & SEC joint statement & what it truly means for the future of CFB; later, the guys think Brendan Sorsby might not have chosen to leave on his own & might've been dumped; and finally, Cole thinks he finally understands offsides in soccer. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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