Podcast appearances and mentions of Tyson Helton

The Hilltoppers are going to their 4th CUSA Championship since 2014!On this week's episode, Randy Lee engages with Head Football Coach Tyson Helton about the thrilling senior day win by WKU behind the leg of Lucas Carneiro. Helton discusses how the security his kicking team provides the team while both men shine a light on the specialists who rarely get credit for doing their job. Along with that group, both men discuss the clutch catches orchestrated by K.D. Hutchinson that set up Carneiro's 50-yard game-winner.Once they both finish discussing the kicking team, the conversation shifts to a rematch with Jacksonville State down in Alabama this Friday for WKU's third CUSA Championship.How is the staff preparing to face the Gamecocks after they both got a long look at each other last Saturday?What impact could the weather have this Friday with kickoff set to go while the winter weather takes hold?All these questions will be addressed on this week's episode of the Tops Live Football Podcast.Be sure to tune in on Sam 100.7-FM and the Varsity Network app for Friday's CUSA Championship between WKU and Jacksonville State from AmFirst Stadium with pregame starting at 5pm before the 6pm kickoff.Next week, Tops Live will return to Roosters for the final live coaches' show of the year from 6-7pm.All episodes of the Tops Live Podcast are available wherever you get your podcasts.Tops Live is a part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network powered by Learfield.Thank you for listening. As always, GO TOPS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:00 – 19:33 – The Pacers are struggling mightily, what is going on and can it be corrected in-season?, Ryan Walters speaks for the first time since being fired at Purdue, how desirable is the Purdue job?, Tyson Helton 19:34 – 33:31 – The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins us to discuss his first 2025 NFL mock draft being released and a Purdue football player going in the first round, Marcus Mbow, who he has the Colts selecting, why he calls the 2025 class one of the most polarizing he's seen, how the NFL will use Travis Hunter, Colts thoughts, the tight end class, Kurtis Rourke at the NFL level 33:32 – 45:55 – Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde joins us and discusses getting pepper sprayed at the Michigan-Ohio State fracas, his thoughts on the college football playoff rankings, why Alabama's rise has him upset, Indiana/Ohio State, his thoughts on national signing day of days gone by 45:56 – 54:18 - We play I GOTTA KNOW: Will the Colts make the playoffs, what grade would you give Anthony Richardson at this point?, National Cookie Day, what are we watching?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 16:20– It's National Signing Day and nobody cares anymore, the Indiana Hoosiers look to be a lock to make the College Football Playoffs, Pacers get their ass kicked against the Raptors last night, Indiana takes care of business against Sam Houston, Ball State hires Butler's Mike Uremovich as their new head coach, the college football playoff rankings 16:21 – 23:11 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 23:12 – 42:43– The Pacers are struggling mightily, what is going on and can it be corrected in-season?, Ryan Walters speaks for the first time since being fired at Purdue, how desirable is the Purdue job?, Tyson Helton 42:44 – 1:07:25 – The college football playoff rankings and matchups, hypothetical point spreads, is Alabama going to get in over SMU?, Indiana's nonconference, remembering the Jeff Saturday show, Morning Checkdown 1:07:26 – 1:21:54 – The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins us to discuss his first 2025 NFL mock draft being released and a Purdue football player going in the first round, Marcus Mbow, who he has the Colts selecting, why he calls the 2025 class one of the most polarizing he's seen, how the NFL will use Travis Hunter, Colts thoughts, the tight end class, Kurtis Rourke at the NFL level 1:21:55 – 1:27:27 – Kevin has a Colts tight end thought, players in contract years, did the Colts swing and miss on Laiatu Latu? 1:27:28 – 1:52:31 – Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde joins us and discusses getting pepper sprayed at the Michigan-Ohio State fracas, his thoughts on the college football playoff rankings, why Alabama's rise has him upset, Indiana/Ohio State, his thoughts on national signing day of days gone by, Morning Checkdown 1:52:32 – 2:04:59  – Kevin's concern over the college football playoff games being played on neutral sites, We play I GOTTA KNOW: Will the Colts make the playoffs, what grade would you give Anthony Richardson at this point?, National Cookie Day, what are we watching? 2:05:00 – 2:14:45 -  POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head Coach Tyson Helton joins Randy Lee this week to discuss Hilltopper football ahead of their regular season finale vs. the top team in CUSA, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, inside Houchens-Smith Stadium.Coach Helton shares how the team is remaining focused on controlling the controllables despite losing the last two games due to struggles against the run and ill-timed turnovers.The two gentlemen also chat about Thanksgiving, football rivalries that are dear to their hearts, and the bond inside the Helton clan.All episodes are part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network on the Varsity Network app powered by Learfield.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Tyson Helton joins Randy Lee to chat about where Hilltopper football needs to bounce back after losing their homecoming game to Louisiana Tech 12-7. Helton highlights that WKU still has a path toward the CUSA crown with two remaining games. Lastly, Helton jumps into this week's matchup against reining CUSA champion Liberty in Lynchburg.Tune in next Tuesday for another episode of the Tops Live Football podcast at 6:30pm wherever you listen to your podcasts. All podcast episodes are part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network powered by Learfield on the Varsity Network app.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Head Coach Travis Hudson and acting head figure Jena Otec sit down with Randy Lee this week to share their optimism for Hilltopper volleyball as the team makes one final charge for their tenth CUSA league championship in the last 11 seasons. The 'Tops are three wins away from capturing their 6th straight league title. Ahead of WKU volleyball is their final conference road trip to the league's most improved team from last year, the Sam Houston Bearkats.Be sure to catch the Tops Live Coaches' Show featuring Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton at Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night from six to seven o'clock.Our next TLVP episode will be out in two weeks at six p.m. wherever you get your podcasts.All Tops Live Podcast episodes are part of the Hilltopper Nation Varsity Podcast Network through Learfield.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyson Helton chats with Randy Lee about the Hilltoppers return to Saturday games for the rest of the season after finishing their midweek October schedule with 4 wins and 0 losses to remain at the top of CUSA with Jacksonville State's Gamecocks. Helton shares how his team needs to approach November now that the pressure to win is at its peak. The two gentlemen also chat about Helton's handyman ability at home ... or lack thereof. Along the way, Helton shares how Caden Veltkamp's work running the show has been a story to follow after Helton pondered a position switch for Veltkamp last year.WKU travels to Las Cruces, New Mexico to face New Mexico State and avoid a letdown against the 2-6 Aggies that has no margin for error in search of bowl eligibility.The Tops Live Coaches' Show returns to Roosters, a fun casual joint, next Monday night with Travis Hudson and Tyson Helton from six to seven o'clock.The next episode of the Tops Live Football Podcast with Tyson Helton will be released on Tuesday, November 19th at 6:30pm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's sit down, Randy Lee and head coach Tyson Helton share some thoughts about Kennesaw State after the Owls pulled off an upset last week over Liberty to end the Flames' perfect record against CUSA foes.Also, Helton shares his thoughts on the Tops starting 3-0 in CUSA play to co-star at the top of the standings with Jacksonville State. Lee and Helton also discuss the incredible weekend WKU volleyball had despite Coach Hudson and Coach Bere being saddled at home with leg injuries.Along with that, the two gentlemen share their thoughts on the World Series between LA and New York before Helton highlights the importance of WKU's Touchdown Club.Finally, Coach Helton shares how the Hilltoppers' football staff stays in the Halloween spirit during a work week that keeps them busy while the family trick-or-treats.Tune in next week for another edition of the Tops Live Football Podcast on Tuesday at 6:30pm wherever you get your podcasts.All episodes are part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network powered by Learfield.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Travis Hudson joins Reily Chestnut to share how important balancing rest and prep is for this week after the Tops escaped FIU with two five-set wins. Next, he explains where the Tops' work remains in order to improve into a complete team as they get ready to host Louisiana Tech this weekend. In between, Reily chats with freshman, Alivia Skidmore, to share how her time on The Hill has impacted her as year one in college continues on.Tops Live will be live next Monday at Roosters off Scottsville Road so please join us for our live show with Tyson Helton and Travis Hudson from 6-7pm inside Roosters, a fun casual joint.Be sure to look for the next Tops Live Volleyball Podcast in two weeks at 1:00pm wherever you listen to podcasts as part of the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of Hilltopper Football Randy Lee and Head Coach Tyson Helton return in an episode that dives into everything from the winning mindset to college football's special association with game day traditions.During the episode, they dive into the win over UTEP and talk about the upcoming Wednesday night matchup against a red-hot Sam Houston team in Huntsville, Texas. Finally, Randy and Tyson discuss some hypothetical rule changes to lessen college football stall tactics before Randy shares one of his favorite stories from his past trips to Huntsville that proves how youth can make bold fools of us all.The Tops Live Coaches Show returns to Roosters next Monday from 6-7pm with Head Football Coach Tyson Helton & Head Volleyball Coach Travis Hudson. Come and join us!Be sure to check out our next Tops Live Football Podcast release on October 30th at 12:30pm wherever you get your podcasts on the Hilltopper Nation Podcast Network before the 'Tops host Kennesaw State in the annual 'Black Out' game on ESPN2.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyson Helton and Randy Lee sit down this week to discuss how WKU Football tackled the bye week as they get ready to play Thursday night versus UTEP at "The Houch" on national TV. Along with that, Randy and Travis take a look at the Miners and why they are better than their 0-5 start would indicate. Finally, the two share some quick thoughts about the historic upset by Vandy of #1 Alabama spearheaded by former New Mexico State QB Diego Pavia and why they are not that surprised.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyson Helton joins Randy Lee to talk about how impressive the team's resolve proved to be to earn a comeback win over 3-0 Toledo at the Houch last Saturday. The two gentlemen discuss the 75-minute lightning delay and how much Coach Helton appreciated the strength and conditioning staff's work to keep the players' energy up before they returned to the field. Finally, both men discuss the upcoming matchup on Chestnut Hill against Boston College next Saturday.Tune in on October 8th when the next episode of the Tops Live Football Podcast is released at 6:30pm wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyson Helton joins Randy Lee to share how it feels to beat Middle Tennessee every season he's been in charge while sharing some of his favorite college football rivalries growing up. Then, Tyson Helton reflects on Caden Veltkamp's latest turn from backup to big dawg and how he'll need to manage starting as TJ Finley recovers from injury. Finally, these two chat about the challenge Toledo poses for this week's home game after Toledo beat Mississippi State in Starkville.Catch new episodes of the TLFP with Tyson Helton and Randy Lee every Tuesday at 6:30pm wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Randy Lee catches up with WKU Head Football Coach Tyson Helton after the team's 31-0 win over EKU to open The Houch last weekend. These two jump into another big rivalry matchup at Middle Tennessee next Saturday before talking shop on some of Coach Helton's game-planning philosophies.Catch new episodes of the Tops Live Podcast every Tuesday at 6pm wherever you listen to your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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With flag football officially being accepted into the 2028 Olympics, Eddie and Bobby give their dream QB and 2 WR's they would like to see represent the United States. The guys visited Western Kentucky as part of the new series "Too Much Access", and they talked to head coach Tyson Helton and QB Austin Reed about their careers, coaching Sam Hunt and when Austin knew he was a collegiate athlete. Plus, Caleb Williams is reportedly asking for something from an NFL team that seems impossible, and Bobby runs through a series of 'what would you rather' questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With flag football officially being accepted into the 2028 Olympics, Eddie and Bobby give their dream QB and 2 WR's they would like to see represent the United States. The guys visited Western Kentucky as part of the new series "Too Much Access", and they talked to head coach Tyson Helton and QB Austin Reed about their careers, coaching Sam Hunt and when Austin knew he was a collegiate athlete. Plus, Caleb Williams is reportedly asking for something from an NFL team that seems impossible, and Bobby runs through a series of 'what would you rather' questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WKU Football junior defensive back Kendrick Simpkins discusses the 2-0 start to the season, learning from some great defensive players that proceeded him, what brought him to The Hill, playing for Tyson Helton, and looking ahead to Ohio StateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

JR The Bossman (⁠@JRTheBossman⁠) was joined by Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football Coach, Tyson Helton (⁠@Coach_Helton⁠). ⁠http://BossmanShow.com⁠ ⁠https://bossmanshow.com/08-25-23-bossman-show-tyson-helton-interview/

JR The Bossman (@JRTheBossman) was joined by Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Football Coach, Tyson Helton (@Coach_Helton).http://BossmanShow.com

WKU Athletic Director Todd Stewart discusses the 2022-23 athletic season on The Hill, the hiring of Steve Lutz, the NCAA transfer portal, the success of Tyson Helton and the upcoming season for WKU football, the impact of Travis Hudson and his WKU volleyball program, the turnaround of WKU women's basketball this season, the continued success of WKU softball, the impressive debut season for Marc Rardin as head coach of WKU baseball, the continued success of WKU women's golf under head coach Adam Gary and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Purdue basketball remained undefeated despite getting all they could handle in a 65-62 overtime win at Nebraska. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts on the 10-0 Boilermakers before he jumps in to the football coaching search. While Todd Monken won't be the guy and Tyson Helton is where the conversation currently sits, nothing is a done deal. Plus, your questions on both basketball and football are answered! If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

-Gold and Black's Tom Dienhart listed Air Force's Troy Calhoun, Wake Forest's Dave Clawson, Tulane's Willie Fritz, Marshall's Charles Huff, and Western Kentucky's Tyson Helton as Tier 1 candidates.-Wouldn't it be something if Purdue went to Western Kentucky AGAIN for their hire, as that's where Brohm came from?-Show sponsored by GANA TRUCKINGAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We are back for another week of RedZone Radio as WKU and Tyson Helton have finally pulled out a close win versus UAB on a jam-packed night of action on the hill! Then, it's time for WKU Volleyball and Soccer Talk. Up next, it's time for College Football, as the guys go over the last 2 weeks of the season, including what could have been the best weekend in the history of the sport. Following that is NFL talk, as the season is really starting to take shape. Then lastly, as always, Pick Em's!

WKU Football defensive coordinator Tyson Summers discusses the team's rivalry win at Middle Tennessee, the emphasis the Hilltoppers have put on defense, being promoted to defensive coordinator, his many connections to Tyson Helton including their days together at UAB and he previews WKU's game against UAB. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

0:30 - Brian talks to Boston Celtics radio announcer Sean Grande about the upcoming season, social media's role in the Ime Udoka story, getting to know Kevin Garnett in Minnesota and Boston, and more. 38:45 - Brian is joined by Western Kentucky football coach Tyson Helton to talk about his former quarterback Bailey Zappe, who is now in line to start for the Patriots. 52:00 - Brian unveils his “Fast Five” Boston storylines that cover recent Patriots acquisition Jamie Collins, Tom Brady's off-field woes, the Red Sox's offseason needs, and more.   We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WKU Football head coach Tyson Helton recaps the season so far, looks ahead to the remaining schedule, discusses Bailey Zappe's debut with the Patriots and talks about the game day atmosphere at Houchens-Smith StadiumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Western Kentucky vs. Hawaii College Football Pick Prediction 9/3/2022 by Tony T. Western Kentucky at Hawaii—Hilltoppers head coach Tyson Helton in his fourth season. Team returns four starters on offense and seven to the defense. Austin Reed beat out Jarret Doege at quarterback. Western Kentucky opened with FCS school Austin Peay and came away with the 38-27 win.

The Sports Animals field in the numerous questions about the University of Hawaii football team after this weekend's loss against Vanderbilt and prepare for Saturday's bout with Western Kentucky. Their head coach, Tyson Helton, joins the show to discuss his team as well as his experience back in the early 2000's when he was a member of June Jones staff at the University of Hawaii. Jamey Eisenberg from CBS Sports hops on to discuss NFL cuts, as well as the interesting restructure of Jimmy Garoppolo's contract to guarantee he won't be traded this season but will leave after this regular season. Gerald Oda hops on after winning the Little League World Series, again, to have a conversation with Gary.

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Coach Helton joins the show to discuss all things WKU Football

WKU Director of Athletics Todd Stewart opens Season 3 of the podcast and discusses the beginning of the 2022-23 sports season, expectations for the WKU Volleyball and WKU Soccer programs this fall, the chance for those teams to host Louisville and Kentucky early in their seasons, Hilltopper Volleyball's new Taraflex playing court, WKU Football opening the college football season nationally against Austin Peay on Saturday, what to expect from the Hilltoppers on the gridiron, upcoming facility plans on campus, and the recent media exposure valuation completed by Nielsen Sports involving WKU Football and Hilltopper Basketball last December.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, San Diego Padres 3 Colorado Rockies 6, Chicago White Sox 5 Cubs were off Tigers 4, Padres 3 – Reyes’ 2-out, 2-run double in 9th rallies Tigers over Padres Victor Reyes hit a two-out, two-run double in the ninth inning to rally the Detroit Tigers over the San Diego Padres 4-3. The Padres led 3-2 going into the ninth and brought on closer Taylor Rogers, who gave up a one-run lead in the ninth on Tuesday night in a game San Diego eventually won in the 10th. This time, Jeimer Canderlario led off with a double before Rogers retired the next two batters. Jonathan Schoop followed with a dribbler down the third-base line for a single that put runners at the corners. Reyes then hit a drive over the head of right fielder Nomar Mazara to win it. Mazara got close to the wall chasing the ball and let the carom bounce past him as both runners scored easily. Rockies 6, White Sox 5 – Díaz, Rockies rally off Graveman in 9th, stun White Sox 6-5 Elias Díaz hit a two-run single off Kendall Graveman in the ninth inning, and the Colorado Rockies overcame the loss of starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela to beat the Chicago White Sox 6-5. Senzatela, making his second start since returning from a shoulder injury, led 3-2 in the seventh when Leury García hit a comebacker off the pitcher’s left shin that rolled away for a single. After Lucas Gilbreath blew the lead, Graveman walked Colorado’s first three batters in the ninth. Robert Stephenson pitched a perfect ninth. Today Detroit (Alexander 2-3) at Toronto (Kikuchi 3-5), 7:07 p.m.                 WSJM/WCSY 6:45 Chicago Cubs (Steele 4-6) at San Francisco (Wood 6-8), 9:45 p.m. White Sox are off NFL – Lions optimistic going into second season under Campbell The Detroit Lions are optimistic that the needs they addressed in the offseason will make the second year under coach Dan Campbell much better than the first in 2021 when they won just three games. In the offseason, the Lions made a conscious effort to improve their passing game. By signing wide receiver DJ Chark in free agency and using the 12th overall pick in the draft on Alabama wideout Jameson Williams — who starts camp on the non-football injury list — Detroit is hoping to stretch defenses. Defensively, the Lions drafted Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchison with the second overall pick and re-signed Charles Harris after a 7 1/2-sack season in an effort to improve a pass rush that ranked 30th in sacks. NFL – Quinn says he’s on board as rebuilding Bears begin practices Chicago Bears defensive end Robert Quinn joined the rest of the team on the practice field for the first time under new coach Matt Eberflus after missing all offseason voluntary and mandatory work. Quinn says he doesn’t expect or want to be traded, as the rumors suggested all offseason. This doesn’t mean the Bears are without controversy at the start of training camp. Linebacker Roquan Smith wants a new contract and was placed on the physically unable to perform list. Smith was at practice, just not taking part. Eberflus doesn’t want to reveal the injury that landed Smith on the PUP list, assuming there is one. Smith was at all the offseason practices and did not have an injury then. NFL – NFL finance group supports Broncos sale to Walmart heir The NFL finance committee is unanimously recommending the league owners approve the proposed $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to the heir of the Walmart fortune. Team owners will gather Aug. 9 to vote on the sale. Twenty-four yes votes are needed among the 32 teams to approve the sale which is the largest for a sports team anywhere in the world. The ownership group led by former Walmart chairman Rob Walton won the bidding for the team that’s been run by the Pat Bowlen Trust for several years. NCAAFB – Big Ten – Old-guy quarterbacks could give Big Ten different look Sean Clifford and Tanner Morgan first met on a seventh-grade football field. They’re final matchup could come Oct. 22 when Minnesota visits Penn State. They may be the two oldest quarterbacks in the Big Ten. The 24-year-old Clifford and 23-year-old Morgan are still trying to lead Penn State and Minnesota to division titles. But they are part of a growing trend among conference teams. At least nine conference schools are expected to open the season with the same quarterbacks that finished last season. NCAAFB – C-USA’s state of transition: 6 of 11 schools in final year Conference USA is in a state of transition, with six of its 11 football teams going into their last seasons in the league. Western Kentucky coach Tyson Helton was a freshman quarterback when Houston won the first C-USA football title in 1996. He’s now going into his fourth season with the Hilltoppers, who are one of five teams that will be staying. He says the conference has recreated itself many times and become stronger every time. Defending champion and preseason favorite UTSA is among six schools leaving next summer for the American Athletic Conference. WNBA – In rare contact, US offers Russia deal for Griner, Whelan The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. That’s according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who also revealed Wednesday that he has asked to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time in months. The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner. He did not offer details on the proposed deal outlined to the Russians, though a person familiar with the matter said the U.S. has offered to trade convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout for Whelan and Griner. WNBA’s Griner tells drug trial: ‘My career is my whole life’ WNBA star Brittney Griner testified at her drug possession trial in Russia that an interpreter translated only a fraction of what was said during questioning when she was detained at Moscow’s airport in February and officials told her to sign documents without giving an explanation. The testimony by Griner came on the same day that U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home the WNBA star and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. Griner has been detained since mid-February after police said they found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage. She has pleaded guilty to the charges. Olympics – US sprint great Allyson Felix joins IOC athletes’ commission American sprint great Allyson Felix and a refugee cyclist originally from Afghanistan have joined the International Olympic Committee’s athletes’ commission. Felix is a seven-time Olympic champion. She joins after winning her 14th career world championship title last week. Cyclist Masomah Ali Zada was born in Afghanistan and competed in the women’s cycling time trial on the IOC’s refugee Olympic team last year in Tokyo. The other two new members are two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee of Britain and Oluseyi Smith of Canada. Olympics – Germany offers money to families of Olympic attack victims The German government has indicated it’s willing to pay further compensation to the families of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich by a Palestinian group. Relatives of the athletes, however, call the proposed amount “insulting.” The families have long criticized how German authorities handled the attack and its aftermath. Demands for further compensation have threatened to overshadow a planned memorial event for the 50th anniversary of the massacre. Germany’s Interior Ministry said it was holding talks with the relatives and that the “serious consequences for the surviving dependents" should be reassessed. It was not clear how much money was being offered to the families. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 4, Dayton Dragons 1 Lake County Captains 4, South Bend Cubs 3 Great Lakes Loons 8, Lansing Lugnuts 6 Tonight Dayton Dragons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Lake County Captains at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Great Lakes Loons, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, San Diego Padres 3 Colorado Rockies 6, Chicago White Sox 5 Cubs were off Tigers 4, Padres 3 – Reyes’ 2-out, 2-run double in 9th rallies Tigers over Padres Victor Reyes hit a two-out, two-run double in the ninth inning to rally the Detroit Tigers over the San Diego Padres 4-3. The Padres led 3-2 going into the ninth and brought on closer Taylor Rogers, who gave up a one-run lead in the ninth on Tuesday night in a game San Diego eventually won in the 10th. This time, Jeimer Canderlario led off with a double before Rogers retired the next two batters. Jonathan Schoop followed with a dribbler down the third-base line for a single that put runners at the corners. Reyes then hit a drive over the head of right fielder Nomar Mazara to win it. Mazara got close to the wall chasing the ball and let the carom bounce past him as both runners scored easily. Rockies 6, White Sox 5 – Díaz, Rockies rally off Graveman in 9th, stun White Sox 6-5 Elias Díaz hit a two-run single off Kendall Graveman in the ninth inning, and the Colorado Rockies overcame the loss of starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela to beat the Chicago White Sox 6-5. Senzatela, making his second start since returning from a shoulder injury, led 3-2 in the seventh when Leury García hit a comebacker off the pitcher’s left shin that rolled away for a single. After Lucas Gilbreath blew the lead, Graveman walked Colorado’s first three batters in the ninth. Robert Stephenson pitched a perfect ninth. Today Detroit (Alexander 2-3) at Toronto (Kikuchi 3-5), 7:07 p.m.                 WSJM/WCSY 6:45 Chicago Cubs (Steele 4-6) at San Francisco (Wood 6-8), 9:45 p.m. White Sox are off NFL – Lions optimistic going into second season under Campbell The Detroit Lions are optimistic that the needs they addressed in the offseason will make the second year under coach Dan Campbell much better than the first in 2021 when they won just three games. In the offseason, the Lions made a conscious effort to improve their passing game. By signing wide receiver DJ Chark in free agency and using the 12th overall pick in the draft on Alabama wideout Jameson Williams — who starts camp on the non-football injury list — Detroit is hoping to stretch defenses. Defensively, the Lions drafted Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchison with the second overall pick and re-signed Charles Harris after a 7 1/2-sack season in an effort to improve a pass rush that ranked 30th in sacks. NFL – Quinn says he’s on board as rebuilding Bears begin practices Chicago Bears defensive end Robert Quinn joined the rest of the team on the practice field for the first time under new coach Matt Eberflus after missing all offseason voluntary and mandatory work. Quinn says he doesn’t expect or want to be traded, as the rumors suggested all offseason. This doesn’t mean the Bears are without controversy at the start of training camp. Linebacker Roquan Smith wants a new contract and was placed on the physically unable to perform list. Smith was at practice, just not taking part. Eberflus doesn’t want to reveal the injury that landed Smith on the PUP list, assuming there is one. Smith was at all the offseason practices and did not have an injury then. NFL – NFL finance group supports Broncos sale to Walmart heir The NFL finance committee is unanimously recommending the league owners approve the proposed $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to the heir of the Walmart fortune. Team owners will gather Aug. 9 to vote on the sale. Twenty-four yes votes are needed among the 32 teams to approve the sale which is the largest for a sports team anywhere in the world. The ownership group led by former Walmart chairman Rob Walton won the bidding for the team that’s been run by the Pat Bowlen Trust for several years. NCAAFB – Big Ten – Old-guy quarterbacks could give Big Ten different look Sean Clifford and Tanner Morgan first met on a seventh-grade football field. They’re final matchup could come Oct. 22 when Minnesota visits Penn State. They may be the two oldest quarterbacks in the Big Ten. The 24-year-old Clifford and 23-year-old Morgan are still trying to lead Penn State and Minnesota to division titles. But they are part of a growing trend among conference teams. At least nine conference schools are expected to open the season with the same quarterbacks that finished last season. NCAAFB – C-USA’s state of transition: 6 of 11 schools in final year Conference USA is in a state of transition, with six of its 11 football teams going into their last seasons in the league. Western Kentucky coach Tyson Helton was a freshman quarterback when Houston won the first C-USA football title in 1996. He’s now going into his fourth season with the Hilltoppers, who are one of five teams that will be staying. He says the conference has recreated itself many times and become stronger every time. Defending champion and preseason favorite UTSA is among six schools leaving next summer for the American Athletic Conference. WNBA – In rare contact, US offers Russia deal for Griner, Whelan The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. That’s according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who also revealed Wednesday that he has asked to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time in months. The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner. He did not offer details on the proposed deal outlined to the Russians, though a person familiar with the matter said the U.S. has offered to trade convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout for Whelan and Griner. WNBA’s Griner tells drug trial: ‘My career is my whole life’ WNBA star Brittney Griner testified at her drug possession trial in Russia that an interpreter translated only a fraction of what was said during questioning when she was detained at Moscow’s airport in February and officials told her to sign documents without giving an explanation. The testimony by Griner came on the same day that U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home the WNBA star and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. Griner has been detained since mid-February after police said they found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage. She has pleaded guilty to the charges. Olympics – US sprint great Allyson Felix joins IOC athletes’ commission American sprint great Allyson Felix and a refugee cyclist originally from Afghanistan have joined the International Olympic Committee’s athletes’ commission. Felix is a seven-time Olympic champion. She joins after winning her 14th career world championship title last week. Cyclist Masomah Ali Zada was born in Afghanistan and competed in the women’s cycling time trial on the IOC’s refugee Olympic team last year in Tokyo. The other two new members are two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee of Britain and Oluseyi Smith of Canada. Olympics – Germany offers money to families of Olympic attack victims The German government has indicated it’s willing to pay further compensation to the families of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich by a Palestinian group. Relatives of the athletes, however, call the proposed amount “insulting.” The families have long criticized how German authorities handled the attack and its aftermath. Demands for further compensation have threatened to overshadow a planned memorial event for the 50th anniversary of the massacre. Germany’s Interior Ministry said it was holding talks with the relatives and that the “serious consequences for the surviving dependents" should be reassessed. It was not clear how much money was being offered to the families. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 4, Dayton Dragons 1 Lake County Captains 4, South Bend Cubs 3 Great Lakes Loons 8, Lansing Lugnuts 6 Tonight Dayton Dragons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Lake County Captains at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Great Lakes Loons, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, San Diego Padres 3 Colorado Rockies 6, Chicago White Sox 5 Cubs were off Tigers 4, Padres 3 – Reyes’ 2-out, 2-run double in 9th rallies Tigers over Padres Victor Reyes hit a two-out, two-run double in the ninth inning to rally the Detroit Tigers over the San Diego Padres 4-3. The Padres led 3-2 going into the ninth and brought on closer Taylor Rogers, who gave up a one-run lead in the ninth on Tuesday night in a game San Diego eventually won in the 10th. This time, Jeimer Canderlario led off with a double before Rogers retired the next two batters. Jonathan Schoop followed with a dribbler down the third-base line for a single that put runners at the corners. Reyes then hit a drive over the head of right fielder Nomar Mazara to win it. Mazara got close to the wall chasing the ball and let the carom bounce past him as both runners scored easily. Rockies 6, White Sox 5 – Díaz, Rockies rally off Graveman in 9th, stun White Sox 6-5 Elias Díaz hit a two-run single off Kendall Graveman in the ninth inning, and the Colorado Rockies overcame the loss of starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela to beat the Chicago White Sox 6-5. Senzatela, making his second start since returning from a shoulder injury, led 3-2 in the seventh when Leury García hit a comebacker off the pitcher’s left shin that rolled away for a single. After Lucas Gilbreath blew the lead, Graveman walked Colorado’s first three batters in the ninth. Robert Stephenson pitched a perfect ninth. Today Detroit (Alexander 2-3) at Toronto (Kikuchi 3-5), 7:07 p.m.                 WSJM/WCSY 6:45 Chicago Cubs (Steele 4-6) at San Francisco (Wood 6-8), 9:45 p.m. White Sox are off NFL – Lions optimistic going into second season under Campbell The Detroit Lions are optimistic that the needs they addressed in the offseason will make the second year under coach Dan Campbell much better than the first in 2021 when they won just three games. In the offseason, the Lions made a conscious effort to improve their passing game. By signing wide receiver DJ Chark in free agency and using the 12th overall pick in the draft on Alabama wideout Jameson Williams — who starts camp on the non-football injury list — Detroit is hoping to stretch defenses. Defensively, the Lions drafted Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchison with the second overall pick and re-signed Charles Harris after a 7 1/2-sack season in an effort to improve a pass rush that ranked 30th in sacks. NFL – Quinn says he’s on board as rebuilding Bears begin practices Chicago Bears defensive end Robert Quinn joined the rest of the team on the practice field for the first time under new coach Matt Eberflus after missing all offseason voluntary and mandatory work. Quinn says he doesn’t expect or want to be traded, as the rumors suggested all offseason. This doesn’t mean the Bears are without controversy at the start of training camp. Linebacker Roquan Smith wants a new contract and was placed on the physically unable to perform list. Smith was at practice, just not taking part. Eberflus doesn’t want to reveal the injury that landed Smith on the PUP list, assuming there is one. Smith was at all the offseason practices and did not have an injury then. NFL – NFL finance group supports Broncos sale to Walmart heir The NFL finance committee is unanimously recommending the league owners approve the proposed $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to the heir of the Walmart fortune. Team owners will gather Aug. 9 to vote on the sale. Twenty-four yes votes are needed among the 32 teams to approve the sale which is the largest for a sports team anywhere in the world. The ownership group led by former Walmart chairman Rob Walton won the bidding for the team that’s been run by the Pat Bowlen Trust for several years. NCAAFB – Big Ten – Old-guy quarterbacks could give Big Ten different look Sean Clifford and Tanner Morgan first met on a seventh-grade football field. They’re final matchup could come Oct. 22 when Minnesota visits Penn State. They may be the two oldest quarterbacks in the Big Ten. The 24-year-old Clifford and 23-year-old Morgan are still trying to lead Penn State and Minnesota to division titles. But they are part of a growing trend among conference teams. At least nine conference schools are expected to open the season with the same quarterbacks that finished last season. NCAAFB – C-USA’s state of transition: 6 of 11 schools in final year Conference USA is in a state of transition, with six of its 11 football teams going into their last seasons in the league. Western Kentucky coach Tyson Helton was a freshman quarterback when Houston won the first C-USA football title in 1996. He’s now going into his fourth season with the Hilltoppers, who are one of five teams that will be staying. He says the conference has recreated itself many times and become stronger every time. Defending champion and preseason favorite UTSA is among six schools leaving next summer for the American Athletic Conference. WNBA – In rare contact, US offers Russia deal for Griner, Whelan The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. That’s according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who also revealed Wednesday that he has asked to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time in months. The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner. He did not offer details on the proposed deal outlined to the Russians, though a person familiar with the matter said the U.S. has offered to trade convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout for Whelan and Griner. WNBA’s Griner tells drug trial: ‘My career is my whole life’ WNBA star Brittney Griner testified at her drug possession trial in Russia that an interpreter translated only a fraction of what was said during questioning when she was detained at Moscow’s airport in February and officials told her to sign documents without giving an explanation. The testimony by Griner came on the same day that U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home the WNBA star and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. Griner has been detained since mid-February after police said they found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage. She has pleaded guilty to the charges. Olympics – US sprint great Allyson Felix joins IOC athletes’ commission American sprint great Allyson Felix and a refugee cyclist originally from Afghanistan have joined the International Olympic Committee’s athletes’ commission. Felix is a seven-time Olympic champion. She joins after winning her 14th career world championship title last week. Cyclist Masomah Ali Zada was born in Afghanistan and competed in the women’s cycling time trial on the IOC’s refugee Olympic team last year in Tokyo. The other two new members are two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee of Britain and Oluseyi Smith of Canada. Olympics – Germany offers money to families of Olympic attack victims The German government has indicated it’s willing to pay further compensation to the families of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich by a Palestinian group. Relatives of the athletes, however, call the proposed amount “insulting.” The families have long criticized how German authorities handled the attack and its aftermath. Demands for further compensation have threatened to overshadow a planned memorial event for the 50th anniversary of the massacre. Germany’s Interior Ministry said it was holding talks with the relatives and that the “serious consequences for the surviving dependents" should be reassessed. It was not clear how much money was being offered to the families. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 4, Dayton Dragons 1 Lake County Captains 4, South Bend Cubs 3 Great Lakes Loons 8, Lansing Lugnuts 6 Tonight Dayton Dragons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Lake County Captains at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Great Lakes Loons, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, San Diego Padres 3 Colorado Rockies 6, Chicago White Sox 5 Cubs were off Tigers 4, Padres 3 – Reyes’ 2-out, 2-run double in 9th rallies Tigers over Padres Victor Reyes hit a two-out, two-run double in the ninth inning to rally the Detroit Tigers over the San Diego Padres 4-3. The Padres led 3-2 going into the ninth and brought on closer Taylor Rogers, who gave up a one-run lead in the ninth on Tuesday night in a game San Diego eventually won in the 10th. This time, Jeimer Canderlario led off with a double before Rogers retired the next two batters. Jonathan Schoop followed with a dribbler down the third-base line for a single that put runners at the corners. Reyes then hit a drive over the head of right fielder Nomar Mazara to win it. Mazara got close to the wall chasing the ball and let the carom bounce past him as both runners scored easily. Rockies 6, White Sox 5 – Díaz, Rockies rally off Graveman in 9th, stun White Sox 6-5 Elias Díaz hit a two-run single off Kendall Graveman in the ninth inning, and the Colorado Rockies overcame the loss of starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela to beat the Chicago White Sox 6-5. Senzatela, making his second start since returning from a shoulder injury, led 3-2 in the seventh when Leury García hit a comebacker off the pitcher’s left shin that rolled away for a single. After Lucas Gilbreath blew the lead, Graveman walked Colorado’s first three batters in the ninth. Robert Stephenson pitched a perfect ninth. Today Detroit (Alexander 2-3) at Toronto (Kikuchi 3-5), 7:07 p.m.                 WSJM/WCSY 6:45 Chicago Cubs (Steele 4-6) at San Francisco (Wood 6-8), 9:45 p.m. White Sox are off NFL – Lions optimistic going into second season under Campbell The Detroit Lions are optimistic that the needs they addressed in the offseason will make the second year under coach Dan Campbell much better than the first in 2021 when they won just three games. In the offseason, the Lions made a conscious effort to improve their passing game. By signing wide receiver DJ Chark in free agency and using the 12th overall pick in the draft on Alabama wideout Jameson Williams — who starts camp on the non-football injury list — Detroit is hoping to stretch defenses. Defensively, the Lions drafted Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchison with the second overall pick and re-signed Charles Harris after a 7 1/2-sack season in an effort to improve a pass rush that ranked 30th in sacks. NFL – Quinn says he’s on board as rebuilding Bears begin practices Chicago Bears defensive end Robert Quinn joined the rest of the team on the practice field for the first time under new coach Matt Eberflus after missing all offseason voluntary and mandatory work. Quinn says he doesn’t expect or want to be traded, as the rumors suggested all offseason. This doesn’t mean the Bears are without controversy at the start of training camp. Linebacker Roquan Smith wants a new contract and was placed on the physically unable to perform list. Smith was at practice, just not taking part. Eberflus doesn’t want to reveal the injury that landed Smith on the PUP list, assuming there is one. Smith was at all the offseason practices and did not have an injury then. NFL – NFL finance group supports Broncos sale to Walmart heir The NFL finance committee is unanimously recommending the league owners approve the proposed $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to the heir of the Walmart fortune. Team owners will gather Aug. 9 to vote on the sale. Twenty-four yes votes are needed among the 32 teams to approve the sale which is the largest for a sports team anywhere in the world. The ownership group led by former Walmart chairman Rob Walton won the bidding for the team that’s been run by the Pat Bowlen Trust for several years. NCAAFB – Big Ten – Old-guy quarterbacks could give Big Ten different look Sean Clifford and Tanner Morgan first met on a seventh-grade football field. They’re final matchup could come Oct. 22 when Minnesota visits Penn State. They may be the two oldest quarterbacks in the Big Ten. The 24-year-old Clifford and 23-year-old Morgan are still trying to lead Penn State and Minnesota to division titles. But they are part of a growing trend among conference teams. At least nine conference schools are expected to open the season with the same quarterbacks that finished last season. NCAAFB – C-USA’s state of transition: 6 of 11 schools in final year Conference USA is in a state of transition, with six of its 11 football teams going into their last seasons in the league. Western Kentucky coach Tyson Helton was a freshman quarterback when Houston won the first C-USA football title in 1996. He’s now going into his fourth season with the Hilltoppers, who are one of five teams that will be staying. He says the conference has recreated itself many times and become stronger every time. Defending champion and preseason favorite UTSA is among six schools leaving next summer for the American Athletic Conference. WNBA – In rare contact, US offers Russia deal for Griner, Whelan The Biden administration has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. That’s according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who also revealed Wednesday that he has asked to speak with his Kremlin counterpart for the first time in months. The statement marked the first time the U.S. government has publicly revealed any concrete action it has taken to secure the release of Griner. He did not offer details on the proposed deal outlined to the Russians, though a person familiar with the matter said the U.S. has offered to trade convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout for Whelan and Griner. WNBA’s Griner tells drug trial: ‘My career is my whole life’ WNBA star Brittney Griner testified at her drug possession trial in Russia that an interpreter translated only a fraction of what was said during questioning when she was detained at Moscow’s airport in February and officials told her to sign documents without giving an explanation. The testimony by Griner came on the same day that U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington has offered a deal to Russia aimed at bringing home the WNBA star and another jailed American, Paul Whelan. Griner has been detained since mid-February after police said they found vape cartridges containing cannabis oil in her luggage. She has pleaded guilty to the charges. Olympics – US sprint great Allyson Felix joins IOC athletes’ commission American sprint great Allyson Felix and a refugee cyclist originally from Afghanistan have joined the International Olympic Committee’s athletes’ commission. Felix is a seven-time Olympic champion. She joins after winning her 14th career world championship title last week. Cyclist Masomah Ali Zada was born in Afghanistan and competed in the women’s cycling time trial on the IOC’s refugee Olympic team last year in Tokyo. The other two new members are two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee of Britain and Oluseyi Smith of Canada. Olympics – Germany offers money to families of Olympic attack victims The German government has indicated it’s willing to pay further compensation to the families of 11 Israeli athletes killed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich by a Palestinian group. Relatives of the athletes, however, call the proposed amount “insulting.” The families have long criticized how German authorities handled the attack and its aftermath. Demands for further compensation have threatened to overshadow a planned memorial event for the 50th anniversary of the massacre. Germany’s Interior Ministry said it was holding talks with the relatives and that the “serious consequences for the surviving dependents" should be reassessed. It was not clear how much money was being offered to the families. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 4, Dayton Dragons 1 Lake County Captains 4, South Bend Cubs 3 Great Lakes Loons 8, Lansing Lugnuts 6 Tonight Dayton Dragons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Lake County Captains at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Great Lakes Loons, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a run to the C-USA East Division Title in 2021, the 2022 Hilltopper team has a tough act to follow. Tops leader Tyson Helton hopped on the Underdog Pawdcast to discuss how he's preparing his team for the upcoming year. Helton also reflects on facing his former pupil Timmy Chang in Hawaii later this year, returning to Bowling Green after winning two league titles as an offensive coordinator, and Bailey Zappe's historic campaign. Happy football watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former WKU quarterback and current New York Jets QB Mike White discusses his breakout NFL performance last season against the Cincinnati Bengals that led to AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors, re-signing with the Jets this offseason, balancing his pro career with his family life, his impressions of WKU Football's explosive offense and Bailey Zappe in 2021, what makes a good relationship between quarterback and coaches, Tyson Helton's strong reputation working with QBs, and what his preparation will look like for the upcoming season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WKU Football head coach Tyson Helton discusses starting spring practice this week, the mindset going into spring ball, the new structure of his coaching staff, the quarterback competition after the departure of star Bailey Zappe, what to expect on the defensive side of the ball, and the main things he's looking for over the next few weeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WKU Director of Athletics Todd Stewart returns to the show to discuss one of the most remarkable days in Hilltopper history – the Dec. 18 combination of WKU Football's bowl win on ESPN and Hilltopper Basketball's home victory over Louisville on CBS – as well as Bailey Zappe's record-breaking season at quarterback, the dominant success of Hilltopper Volleyball, and the way WKU and the community have come together in the wake of the Dec. 11 tornadoes. Note: This podcast was recorded shortly after Dec. 18, but held due to Hilltopper Basketball's added game against Kentucky and the Christmas holiday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Episode 72: Step into the life of April Helton. Join Kristen Eargle, a fellow coach's wife and long-time TV Sports Reporter, as she goes one-on-one with the wife of Tyson Helton, Head Football Coach for Western Kentucky University.

As the pod gets into offseason form, Joe and Eric sit down with Jared Macdonald of the Bowling Green Daily News to talk through an up-and-down year two for Tyson Helton and what's ahead for the Tops' football program. Happy football watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew, Tory, and Ryan welcome in the 2021 era of RedZone Radio with WKU Men's Basketball and how Rick Stansbury's squad has faired to the expectations so far of his highly talented team. The guys talk about the future of WKU Football with all the new coaching changes from Tyson Helton. Plus, Tory celebrates his correct prediction of Tom Brady after a quick discussion on if this is the worst year of college basketball in a while?

Jeremy Pruitt's search for a new offensive coordinator is officially underway. The Locked on Vols podcast is available every day on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. And good news: the Locked on Vols podcast is now available on Spotify!• Segment 1: Josh Ward takes another look at the early stage of the search for Tyson Helton's replacement. Hear a few names that Chris Low of ESPN believes could be in play for the job. • Segment 2: Josh talks to David Ubben of The Athletic about Tennessee's search for an offensive coordinator. What does Jeremy Pruitt want his offense to be? David does his best to answer that question. • Segment 3: Will Rick Barnes make a change to Tennessee's starting lineup before today's game against Eastern Kentucky. Hear about that as well as the interesting note on Helton's new contract at Western Kentucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee offensive coordinator Tyson Helton is reportedly leaving to become the head coach at Western Kentucky. Where do the Vols go from here? The Locked on Vols podcast is available every day on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. And good news: the Locked on Vols podcast is now available on Spotify!• Segment 1: Josh Ward looks at the long list of candidates who are being discussed as possible replacements for Tyson Helton. Could coach Jeremy Pruitt promote from within? Hear what he had to say recently about what he wants in his offense at Tennessee.• Segment 2: Josh comes to the defense of quarterback Jarrett Guarantano, who again on Monday received criticism for his performance this past season. Was it over the top? Hear what quarterback Keller Chryst said about Guarantano's development this year.• Segment 3: Josh has an update on the recruitment of quarterback Brian Maurer, who had a close connection to Helton. Jesse Simonton of Volquest weighs in on Tennessee's approach to recruiting with 22 days to go until the first day of the early signing period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saturday did not go well for Tennessee. Vanderbilt beat the Vols 38-13, ending Tennessee's season with a 5-7 record. The Locked on Vols podcast is available every day on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. And good news: the Locked on Vols podcast is now available on Spotify!• Segment 1: Josh Ward begins today show with a look at the harsh reality of the state of Tennessee's football program. How far away is Tennessee from reaching a championship level? Josh covers that as coach Jeremy Pruitt discusses the frustrating part of UT's performance on Saturday.• Segment 2: Is offensive coordinator Tyson Helton already on the way out? Josh discusses the report that came out regarding Helton and Pruitt talks about the Vols' need for immediate help in the 2019 recruiting class. • Segment 3: Josh offers some basketball thoughts following Tennessee's overtime loss to Kansas on Friday, which he sees as a positive moving forward. And some parting thoughts on football as the Vols enter the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee football coach Jeremy Pruitt met with the media on Monday to talk about his team ahead of Saturday's game against West Virginia. Hear from Pruitt on today's show. Today's is presented by The Athletic. Save 40% on your first-year subscription - that's only $2.99 per month - at TheAthletic.com/rockytalk. Locked on Vols is also excited to welcome FanDuel and MyBookie to the show as sponsors. Some highlights for today: • What's the latest on UT's quarterback battle. Jeremy Pruitt weighs in on the quarterbacks - kind of.• West Virginia coach Dana Holgerson discusses Tennessee's uncertainty at the QB position.• Hear about the rest of the depth chart, which left a lot of positions to be determined the rest of this week.• Former Tennessee offensive lineman Mike Stowell discusses the change Tennessee's O-line will have to make under Pruitt and offensive coordinator Tyson Helton.• Pruitt explains why Trey Smith makes sense at left tackle.• Josh Ward finishes the show with notes from practice on Monday and quarterback updates from around the SEC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices