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Week 1 is here! Tepper runs down some headlines from the final week of the offseason, then catches you up on 10 storylines to watch heading into the 2026 Texas high school footabll season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Catching you up on how UIL Realignment changed the 2026 Texas high school football season; then, hear from Grapevine Faith Christian coach Mike Fuller about his team's intercontinental road game; after that, we talk with Craig Way about all things Longhorns and TXHSFB; finally, we've got a big announcement to make! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jordan, Commish, Big Sky Brigit, Lord of the Spreadsheets Kevin and Beth, along with our VP of Podcast Production, Arthur. Pop Tart Buzzballs and our search to find then, then we're on to season previews in the SUPER SICKO SHAKING SPECULATION SEASON PREVIEW FORECAST: SSSSSPF aka the 5SPF this time with DICE ROLLS, we attempt to preview the AMERICAN and THE MONSTER ENERGY BIG XII, we project the most Sickos game for each team on their schedule, Mark Ingrams (not that one or that one, another one) THE OWLS REIGN SUPREME IN THE AMERICAN, The dices said Temple and Rice are going to do what this year??? wait why is USF going to Bowling Green? watch out for Will Hall and Tulane, remember when Tulsa got Mike Gundy fired? UAB fired their AD and we talk about Trent Dilfer playing US VS US, Jordan said what about UTSA??? The MONSTER ENERGY BIG XII, lookout for Haboobs at Arizona State, Dirty Soda energy drink, yeah Kansas and Arizona state are playing in London? UNC vs TCU is happening, YOU CANNOT STOP FARMOGEDDON (echos eddon, eddon, eddon), Pat Narduzzi is against fishing in the Three Rivers, ULM/LA TECH rivalry series meet me in the Huddle House, we propose a ULM/Cajuns/La Tech three way trophy involving Gumbo and oh so much, much more!Join our Patreon for just $3 or $5 a month. https://www.patreon.com/cw/SickosCommitteeBuy some of our officially licensed merch here https://thesickoscommittee-shop.fourthwall.com/NEW SICKOS FC JERSEYS FOR SALE https://oliveandyork.com/products/sickos-fcUSE CODE SICKOS20 for 20% off your first Homefield Order https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7440576.637f9dCheck out our Linktree for all our discount codes https://linktr.ee/sickoscommitteeSubscribe to our blog at https://sickos-newsletter.beehiiv.com/Subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@sickoscommitteeUse Code YESHAHAHAYES for 10% off at DICE ENVY https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=8621340.d8f4693&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8621340.d8f4693Donate here to help with the West Virginia floods/tornadoshttp://www.parishhouse.org/donate.htmlhttps://communityengagement.wvu.edu/programs/dollars-for-disasterhttps://www.unitedwayofglu.com/donateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven break down whether they're buying, selling, or holding stock for every Texas G6 team. Schools covered include Texas State, UTSA, UNT, Rice, Sam Houston, and UTEP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who will win the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, ACC and Group of Six conferences in 2026? Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman make their final college football conference championship predictions and identify the best futures bets, values and dark horses before Week 0 kicks off. The guys debate whether Georgia or Texas should be favored in the SEC, why Oklahoma offers intriguing value, and whether Vanderbilt is worth a long-shot wager. They also break down Ohio State, Oregon and Indiana at the top of the Big Ten; explain why Penn State could reach the conference championship game; and examine Texas Tech’s favorable path through the Big 12 alongside BYU, Utah, Kansas State and other potential challengers. In the ACC, Seth and Bogman discuss Miami’s status as the team to beat, Clemson’s conference-title value, NC State’s manageable schedule and whether Cal or Georgia Tech can emerge as legitimate dark horses. Plus, get their favorite Group of Six conference futures involving New Mexico, Texas State, Marshall and UTSA—and find out why Boise State still has the strongest path to represent the G6 in the College Football Playoff. Timestamps (may be off due to ads):Intro - 0:00:00BP College Football Channel Promo - 0:03:49Futures Factory- SEC Conference Predictions - 0:04:22Big Ten Conference Predictions - 0:12:03Big 12 Conference Predictions - 0:17:09ACC Conference Predictions - 0:23:18BettingPros Premium Subscription Giveaway - 0:36:59Group of Six Predictions - 0:37:26New Mexico to win the MWC (+300) - 0:37:38Texas State To Qualify for the Pac-12 Championship Game (+279) - 0:40:30Marshall to win the Sun Belt (+800) - 0:42:33UTSA To Win the American (+528) - 0:47:28Boise State's CFP Path - 0:50:13BettingPros App - 0:53:34Outro - 0:53:56 Helpful Links: Subscribe to BettingPros College Football on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BettingProsCollegeFootball - Get year-round college football futures, weekly best bets, game previews and betting analysis from Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and the BettingPros team. BettingPros App - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play. Check the Latest College Football Odds - https://www.bettingpros.com/ncaaf/odds/ - Compare current NCAAF lines and find the best available odds before placing your college football bets. Upgrade to BettingPros Premium - https://www.bettingpros.com/premium/ - Unlock premium picks, advanced betting tools, expert analysis and additional data to help you make more informed wagers. BettingPros Discord - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at bettingpros.com/chat! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! BettingPros Pick Tracker – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: bettingpros.com/pick-trackingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In our first non-conference opponent preview, we dive in on the UTSA Roadrunners, who are reloading on offense and retooling on defense. After back-to-back 7-6 years, Jeff Traylor and Co. hope to find some answers in the portal and with a new identity on offense. Can they do enough on defense to help bolster the efforts of the offense?
In our first non-conference opponent preview, we dive in on the UTSA Roadrunners, who are reloading on offense and retooling on defense. After back-to-back 7-6 years, Jeff Traylor and Co. hope to find some answers in the portal and with a new identity on offense. Can they do enough on defense to help bolster the efforts of the offense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TFT is back! In the season premiere, Tepper runs down some big headlines — including the UIL's state championship schedule facelift — talks to new Fort Bend Marshall coach Wale Okunnu about his move to the Buffs, and gets casuals up to speed on the biggest coaching changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode previews UTSA's defensive line heading into the 2026 season and looks at the biggest early camp takeaways from the unit. Jared and Adrian also discuss who might be flying under the radar, which transfers are poised to make an immediate impact, and how a new defensive line coach could impact the play on the field. Sign up for a free month of Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 (Offer expires at kickoff against UTRGV) Video: https://youtu.be/GwVtKxfR2Rk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode previews UTSA's defensive line heading into the 2026 season and looks at the biggest early camp takeaways from the unit. Jared and Adrian also discuss who might be flying under the radar, which transfers are poised to make an immediate impact, and how a new defensive line coach could impact the play on the field. Sign up for a free month of Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 (Offer expires at kickoff against UTRGV) Video: https://youtu.be/GwVtKxfR2Rk
This episode of The C.L. Brown Show features Courier Journal Kentucky beat writer Ryan Black to break down how fall camp is progressing for the Wildcats. Play-calling may take on a new dynamic this fall, given UK coach Will Stein's background as offensive coordinator in previous stops at Oregon and UTSA. OC Joe Sloan will be the primary play-caller for the Cats, but Black says the question isn't if Stein will overrule Sloan on the headset — it's how often it will happen. Black also explains how UK basketball coach Mark Pope might not be done adding to his roster for next season, thanks to players attempting to be grandfathered into the NCAA's new 5-for-5 eligibility rule. Hear about that and more on this week's episode of The C.L. Brown Show.
Ohio State's offense is beginning to take shape after the first three fall-camp practices open to the media. UTSA transfer Devin McCuin has emerged as the early favorite to become the Buckeyes' number-two receiver. Isaiah West has turned the running-back rotation with returning 1,000-yard rusher Bo Jackson into a legitimate competition. Meanwhile, Ohio State is still testing six offensive linemen for five jobs, and Arthur Smith's influence is already visible through multiple tempos, heavy play-action, flexible personnel and increased tight-end involvement. We break down six early offensive takeaways, including Julian Sayin's added velocity, the crowded tight-end room and what Legend Bey's return could eventually add to the offense. Which development matters more: McCuin emerging at receiver or West forcing a true running-back rotation? Subscribe for quick, no-nonsense Ohio State football talk every day. Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Join Kalshi and Get $10 Subscribe to the Podcast
With the Roadrunners kicking off fall camp this week it's time for us to dive into this season's schedule. A relatively favorable schedule will give UTSA a chance to take an early lead in the conference championship run, but they'll first need to handle business against Texas State. We breakdown each opponent on the schedule, highlighting the most important games on the docket. Want to unlock all of our season preview content? Join us for a free month on Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 Video: https://youtu.be/eDJchjL_N1o 0:00 Intro: season stakes for Jeff Traylor & UTSA 3:12 AAC race wide open entering 2026 6:26 Vegas win total & schedule strength 10:38 vs. UTRGV 18:22 at Texas State 24:13 at Texas 26:02 vs. Colorado State 32:38 at Rice 37:32 vs. South Florida 44:04 vs. Navy 46:15 at Tulane 50:19 at Florida Atlantic 53:19 vs. North Texas 57:29 at UAB 1:01:08 vs. Tulsa 1:04:33 Season outlook & win total prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jordan, Pitt Girl, Commish, and Big Sky Brigit, along with our VP of Podcast Production, Arthur. We talk about pockets and wallets because Jordan washed his AirPods, the Coaches Poll just dropped and we just look at the Also Receiving Votes, UTSA and La Panaderia with a different style jersey patch and look at conchas, we begin our plot to become the Akron Zips Offensive Coordinator, we understand we must get the plays past Joe Moorhead and invent the Full Zip, CHAPEL THRILL IS BACK WITH DJ DIESEL and others, Boko and Koko mascots, Boston College Basketball mentioned???? then we're on to season previews in the SUPER SICKO SHAKING SPECULATION SEASON PREVIEW FORECAST: SSSSSPF aka the 5SPF this time with DICE ROLLS, we attempt to preview the Big Sky and the Ivy League, so many Pina Colada games for Big Sky due to conference expansion with Southern Utah and Utah Tech, we're sorry Cody Hawkins, Ty Pennington (not that one), Portland State what? then the Ivy League, the dice really liked these teams creating many improbabilities, did you know Chris Berman went to Brown? WOOP! oh no Columbia and oh so much, much more!Join our Patreon for just $3 or $5 a month. https://www.patreon.com/cw/SickosCommitteeBuy some of our officially licensed merch here https://thesickoscommittee-shop.fourthwall.com/NEW SICKOS FC JERSEYS FOR SALE https://oliveandyork.com/products/sickos-fcCheck out our Linktree for all our discount codes https://linktr.ee/sickoscommitteeSubscribe to our blog at https://sickos-newsletter.beehiiv.com/Subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@sickoscommitteeUse Code YESHAHAHAYES for 10% off at DICE ENVY https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=8621340.d8f4693&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8621340.d8f4693Donate here to help with the West Virginia floods/tornados:http://www.parishhouse.org/donate.htmlhttps://communityengagement.wvu.edu/programs/dollars-for-disasterhttps://www.unitedwayofglu.com/donateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
With the Roadrunners kicking off fall camp this week it's time for us to dive into this season's schedule. A relatively favorable schedule will give UTSA a chance to take an early lead in the conference championship run, but they'll first need to handle business against Texas State. We breakdown each opponent on the schedule, highlighting the most important games on the docket. Want to unlock all of our season preview content? Join us for a free month on Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 Video: https://youtu.be/eDJchjL_N1o 0:00 Intro: season stakes for Jeff Traylor & UTSA 3:12 AAC race wide open entering 2026 6:26 Vegas win total & schedule strength 10:38 vs. UTRGV 18:22 at Texas State 24:13 at Texas 26:02 vs. Colorado State 32:38 at Rice 37:32 vs. South Florida 44:04 vs. Navy 46:15 at Tulane 50:19 at Florida Atlantic 53:19 vs. North Texas 57:29 at UAB 1:01:08 vs. Tulsa 1:04:33 Season outlook & win total prediction
We're shaking off the cobwebs from a long layoff and are back to preview the 2026 UTSA offense. A new coordinator brings quite a bit of optimism and with a QB in his 3rd year starting, the season can't begin soon enough. Finally, we take a quick look at UTSA Soccer as they're close to kicking off their season.
The American had a great 2025. The reward? The top of the league all needed new coaches, and almost all of the top player talent went either to the NFL or the power conferences. This is a year of restarts. Cofounder Steven Godfrey joins Alex for a dive into the league, going team by team:- 4:58: Tulane- 12:45: North Texas- 20:53: Navy- 28:01: East Carolina- 32:49: South Florida- 39:19: Army- 45:32: Memphis- 50:43: UTSA- 56:00: Temple- 1:00:35: Florida Atlantic- 1:03:58: Rice- 1:08:44: UAB- 1:12:29: Tulsa- 1:16:02: Charlotte- 1:20:29: Preseason superlatives and conference honorsProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe
The Roadrunners had a bigger impact to the MLB Draft than expected this year which may pose some problems for the 2027 roster. Dan and Rylan react to the landing spots of the Roadrunners who moved on to the next level, and discuss how UTSA will need to overcome a lack of returning production on the mound to enjoy a successful continuation of the program's success. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZFi3QS5OzU
Paul and Randy briefly catch up on their summers and then talk Texas Tech's tin ear before wondering about the future of G6 programs like Texas State and UTSA and then talk Texas football. Expectations, players that aren't getting enough love, program focusness. Newsflash: Rasheem Biles is THE MAN. Join us in convo, join us at Inside Texas, and support our excellent sponsors. The time is now for your new mortgage or refi with Gabe Winslow at 832-557-1095 or MortgagesbyGabe. Then get your financial life in order with advisor David McClellan 312-933-8823 with a free consult: dmcclellan@forumfinancial.com. Read his retirement tax bomb series at Kiplinger! https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/605109/is-your-retirement-portfolio-a-tax-bomb Need a great CenTex realtor? Contact Laura Baker at 512-784-0505 or laura@andyallenteam.com.
Devin McCuin arrives at Ohio State after three productive seasons at UTSA, but what should Buckeye fans realistically expect from the veteran wide receiver transfer?Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss McCuin's past production, how big of a step up he faces at Ohio State, what they saw from him during spring practice, and why his range of possible outcomes may be wider than almost anyone else on the Buckeye offense.They also break down his potential role opposite Jeremiah Smith, how Chris Henry Jr., Brandon Inniss, Kyle Parker, and other receivers could impact his opportunities, and whether McCuin could become a major piece of Ohio State's passing game this season.00:02 — Intro00:12 — Tom sets up the uncertainty around Devin McCuin00:37 — Devin McCuin's UTSA production and Ohio State opportunity02:20 — Revisiting Tony's February projection03:47 — Why McCuin's range of outcomes is so wide06:00 — What spring practice did and did not reveal07:34 — How McCuin performed against better competition at UTSA09:55 — Tony revises his Devin McCuin prediction10:26 — Tom goes over on the new projection11:12 — Could McCuin approach Carnell Tate-type production?12:18 — Why September may reveal his role13:00 — Final thoughts and listener questionWhat kind of season do you expect from Devin McCuin at Ohio State? Drop your catches, yards, and touchdown predictions in the comments.Subscribe to Buckeye Weekly for daily Ohio State football talk, recruiting coverage, analysis, and more.Visit BuckeyeInsiders.com to become a member and join the conversation.
Leadership isn't confined to the boardroom—and healing doesn't happen by chance. This week, we're joined by Executive MBA alumna Dr. Holly Keyt, Medical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at UT Health San Antonio, to explore how business leadership and medicine come together to transform lives. From leading one of the country's most respected lung transplant programs to expanding access to specialized care across Texas, Dr. Keyt shares the lessons she's learned about service, strategy, resilience, and hope. Whether you're a healthcare professional, aspiring leader, or proud Roadrunner, this conversation will leave you inspired. Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we celebrate another incredible UT San Antonio alumna making an impact. Birds Up! Show Notes:UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUT Health San Antonio - Pulmonology Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!
College football season is almost here, and somehow the offseason is still delivering chaos. This week, Ciarnan and Kev break down the biggest stories coming out of SEC and ACC Media Days, including the latest rumors of the SEC potentially breaking away from the NCAA and what that could mean for the future of college football. They also discuss Ward Manuel's continued controversy at Michigan, the Big Ten and ACC's recent success, and James Franklin's latest move. Then it's time for another conference logo breakdown, this week featuring the American Conference. College football news, SEC Media Days, ACC Media Days, NCAA drama, conference realignment, American Conference logo history, and plenty of hot takes. It's all here. 0:00:00 – Warde Manuel stepping down Michigan's scandal-ridden success 0:06:00 – SEC dominance vs. NCAA; conference pride, secession stakes, and market realities 0:12:00 – Media Days: Will Stein's Kentucky confidence, Big Ten vs. SEC scheduling, and assessing conference strength 0:18:00 – ACC vs. Big Ten: Narduzzi's comments, conference parity, and the future of ACC power programs 0:24:00 – James Franklin at Virginia Tech: “more with more” debate and Penn State legacy talk 0:30:00 – American Conference logos: Big East nostalgia, UAB dragon downgrade, ECU skull and crossbones 0:36:00 – FAU, Memphis, and Charlotte logo evolution; branding hits and misses 0:42:00 – North Texas, Rice, USF, and Temple: Mid-2000s action logos, minimalism, and local school comparisons 0:48:00 – UTSA, Tulane, and Tulsa: Ranking the strongest, most original American logos 0:54:00 – Army and Navy logos: Old school vs. modern design, balancing history and branding 1:00:00 – Wichita State's mascot evolution, episode wrap-up, social plugs, and hopes for August/season guests
This week on THE DAWN, we caught up with Texas State head coach GJ Kinne as the Bobcats enter their first season in the Pac-12.I've been tracking Coach Kinne since his recruiting days as a big-time QB prospect, and he's been on a rocket ship in the coaching profession from the moment he traded his cleats for a whistle. After sitting down with him it's clear he has an ‘It Factor' that's translated straight into coaching, and that comes through during our conversation in the limited series, THE DAWN, presented by the Pac-12 and Y-Option.Coach Kinne inherited a program that had never reached a bowl game, never beaten rival UTSA, and never notched a Power Four win. He got all three done in year one, and he credits it to instilling confidence and an aggressive, swing for the fences mindset from the start.Coaching runs in GJ's blood. His father spent decades as a Texas high school coach, and GJ played and worked under a run of respected names including Todd Graham, Gus Malzahn, Chad Morris, Mike Norvell, Chip Kelly, Ryan Day, Bill Musgrave, and Jeff Stoutland. But it was Super Bowl winning coach Doug Pederson who gave him advice early on that stuck: just be yourself.That philosophy has carried him through head coaching stops at UIW and now Texas State as they enter the reimagined Pac-12.Watching Coach Kinne build this thing from the ground up, I keep coming back to the same thought: the rocket ship isn't slowing down anytime soon.Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel for more.THE DAWN debuted July 1 across the Pac-12's YouTube and Pac-12 Insider, the league's 24/7 FAST channel. The series culminates with a finale featuring never-before-seen behind-the-scenes content from the building of this new league. It drops in August, right before the season kicks off. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe
The previous post covered my grades on how the strength of today’s four largest college athletic conferences compare with their previous versions twenty years ago in 2006. Here's a brief recap. In my estimation, only the SEC (which expanded from 12 to 16 teams over that 20 year period) has shown an upgrade in competition levels since 2006. I awarded the SEC a “B” grade. The Big 12 (which lost four of its prominent members to the SEC) received a C+ for their nimble addition of several relevant regional sports schools. A “D” grade was handed down to the Atlantic Coast Conference. Their nonsensical addition of West Coast newcomers Cal (Berkeley) and Stanford in 2024 crashed the ACC's overall score. Speaking of lousy grades, I awarded a D- to the Big Ten Conference as its recently-annexed properties have resulted in a BIG thud. From the east (Maryland and Rutgers) to the west (Nebraska, Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington), the Big Ten’s new coast-to-coast configuration has failed to improve this conference for either sports fans or student/athletes. How have the five mid-major conferences fared with recent expansion issues? These other conferences (nicknamed the “Group of Five”) can be quite entertaining but rarely win national championships. They must compete against the “Big Four” major conferences featuring the wealthiest college sports programs. American Athletic Conference (AAC) The AAC has only been around since the year 2013. There were 10 initial AAC members and now 14 in 2026. Only Memphis, South Florida, and Temple remain from 2013. The ACC raided Conference USA to obtain several of its new members. Army and Navy – What's not to like about these two additions? They bring the focus of the entire college football world to their annual game played in early December. Grades – A Charlotte – The 49ers have been perpetual cellar dwellers in most sports. Charlotte, North Carolina sports fans are more likely to follow UNC, Duke, and Clemson. Yawn. Grade – D- East Carolina – The Pirates have made the NCAA baseball playoffs ten times since 2013 and have occasionally contended for the AAC title in football. A hearty fan base makes ECU a fun place to watch sports. Grade – B Florida Atlantic – A member of the AAC since 2023, this school is best known for its men's basketball team and having a great beach nearby. Sadly, most local sports fans don’t give a hoot about the FAU Owls yet. Grade – C- North Texas – The Mean Green had a brilliant 12-2 football season in 2025 in the school's third year as part of the AAC. The other sports are lagging behind. Grade – C Rice – Another third year AAC member, the Houston-based Owls have been an athletics flop in their new conference. Grade – D Tulane – Green Wave football program has rejuvenated Tulane athletics down in the Crescent City. Unfortunately, the remainder of the school’s sports teams rarely lead the AAC. Grade – C Tulsa – Golden Hurricane football and men's basketball programs have been on the decline in the past decade. That's a shame, because Tulsa fans desperately want to get behind the city’s lone major college athletics team. Grade – C- UAB – Try as I might, I'm having trouble remembering any recent sports successes for the Blazers. Grade – D- UTSA – Like Tulsa, the Roadrunners have the entire San Antonio market ready for their athletics programs to take off. Other than some recent success in football, UTSA sports still appear to be taking a siesta. Grade – C- AAC overall grade for expansion: C- Conference USA (C-USA) I am not going to provide individual grades to Conference USA member schools. It is not their fault that C-USA management has done such a lousy job of keeping this conference together and relevant in major college sports. The conference has seen a 100% turnover in the past 20 years. Schools being added have generally been former FCS top teams such as Delaware, Sam Houston, and Jacksonville (AL) State. Things have declined so badly in Conference USA (“How badly have they declined?”) that longtime member Louisiana Tech recently agreed to pay a reported $8 million to buy its way out of C-USA. The Bulldogs’ jubilant athletic department and fans are rejoining the Sun Belt Conference this fall. Louisiana Tech will save more than $1 million annually in travel costs formerly required to travel to schools within the far-flung Conference USA. Longtime C-USA holdovers Western Kentucky and Middle Tennessee State deserve a better fate. Save your money and call the Sun Belt in a couple of years! C-USA overall grade for expansion – F- Mid-American Conference (MAC) In contrast to Conference USA, the MAC has remained remarkably stable for the past 20 years. Eleven of the dozen MAC members in 2006 remain a part of the conference today. Northern Illinois (which had been part of the MAC for 30 years) is leaving this fall to become part of the Mountain West Conference. In a couple of curious moves, the Mid-American Conference has added two new members recently. UMass – The 2025 addition of the University of Massachusetts (which is at least in regional proximity to longtime MAC member Buffalo) was rather questionable. Athletic success at Umass has been nearly invisible over the past decade. After just one year in the MAC, the Minutemen have been a net negative in sports for the Mid-American Conference. Grade: D- Sacramento State – Seriously? Yes, the Mid-American Conference will add this longtime FCS member from California to its football schedules this fall. Sacramento (the #20 TV market) is 2,500 miles from the middle of Ohio. The Hornets will be a football-only member of the Mid-American Conference. For the usually stable MAC, this is a rather bizarre expansion move. Grade: F MAC overall grade for expansion: D- Mountain West Conference (Mountain West) The Mountain West has survived a few departure tremors in recent years. Of the nine Mountain West members 20 years ago, only Air Force, New Mexico, UNLV, and Wyoming remain. Let’s review the teams which have come aboard since 2006. Hawaii – The Rainbow Warriors (2012) have posted winning football records in just four of their 14 seasons in the Mountain West. The other athletic squads are nearly invisible in the post-season tournaments. Hawaii remains a dream road trip destination for visiting teams and their fans, though. Grade: C- Nevada – At least the men’s basketball team has appeared in the NCAA March Madness event five times over the past nine seasons. Otherwise, fans of the Nevada Wolfpack (which joined the Mountain West in 2012) haven’t had much to howl about lately. Grade: C- North Dakota State – This former FCS division powerhouse football program is stepping-up to play against the big boys beginning this fall. The move is for football only. The Bison are a terrific geographic fit for the Mountain West Conference, too. This makes sense. Grade: A Northern Illinois – The Huskies will join the Mountain West this fall after 30 years in the Mid-American Conference. Northern Illinois’ sports resume has weakened in recent years. Other than bringing the #3 TV market (Chicago) to the Mountain West, this move makes little sense. Grade: D San Jose State – The Spartans (members since 2013) have appeared in four bowl games over the past decade. On the other hand, the men’s basketball team has won just 33% of its conference games over the past 13 years. Grade: C- UTEP – This longtime Conference USA member joins the Mountain West this fall. UTEP’s football team has been downright awful in recent years. Despite a sports slump, UTEP bring strong fan support from the El Paso area. They should be a fine geographic fit for the Mountain West. Grade: C Mountain West overall grade for expansion: C Sun Belt Conference (Sun Belt) The Sun Belt has been nicknamed the “Junior SEC”. This conference has grown from 10 members in 2006 to 14 today. Only Arkansas State, Louisiana-Lafayette, South Alabama, Troy, and UL-Monroe remain from 2006. Appalachian State – The Mountaineers (members since 2014) have been a top football contender in the Sun Belt. Their enthusiastic fans make road trips to Boone, North Carolina a fun stop. Grade: B Coastal Carolina – Speaking of fun stops, how about a visit to Myrtle Beach to play Coastal Carolina? The 2017 Sun Belt addition of the Chanticleers has been a terrific addition for the conference. Coastal’s football team has played in six straight bowl games. The baseball team won the men’s College World Series in 2016. Grade: A Georgia Southern – Would it surprise you to learn that the Golden Eagles from Statesboro, Georgia have played in seven bowl games over the past eight seasons? The other sports programs at Georgia Southern need to step it up. Grade: B Georgia State – The 2013 addition of the Panthers from Atlanta has not added a lot of sports notoriety. However, the men’s basketball program has earned four invitations to March Madness in the past 11 seasons. Grade: C Louisiana Tech – The Bulldogs paid dearly ($8 million) to escape Conference USA beginning this fall. Louisiana Tech brings several highly competitive sports teams. They are a perfect geographic addition to the Sun Belt Conference Western division. Grade: A Marshall – This begins Marshall’s fourth year in the Sun Belt Conference. The Thundering Herd has been a top football competitor and competes well in other major sports. Grade: B Old Dominion – ODU came into the Sun Belt in 2022. The Monarchs from Norfolk, VA posted a nifty 10-3 football record in 2025. Old Dominion has been relatively quiet in its other sports, though. Grade: C Southern Miss – The Golden Eagles (Sun Belt members since 2022) have been a dominant team in recent NCAA college baseball post-season tournaments. Last season’s 2025 football team improved from a miserable 1-11 record in 2024 to a hopeful 7-6 mark. Grade: B Sun Belt overall grade for expansion: B+ Bonus Conference! The newly revived Pac-12 Conference “states” its case in 2026 The most prominent names of the long-time Pac-12 Conference bolted for better TV money into the Big Ten and ACC in 2024. That left holdovers Oregon State and Washington State “homeless”. The Beavers and Cougars have bagged a few top teams from the Mountain West Conference to help them rebuild the Pac-12 starting this fall. Boise State is the biggest name coming to the new Pac-12. The Broncos have fielded a nationally ranked football program several times in the past few decades. Other Mountain West migrants include Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Washington State. Texas State (formerly of the Sun Belt Conference) will also join the Pac-12 this fall. In case you didn’t notice, each of the eight new Pac-12 schools has the last name of “State”! Summary Only the Sun Belt Conference has earned a positive score (B+) from SwampSwami among the “Group of Five” mid-major conferences. The Sun Belt is the only major college athletic conference opting to maintain two divisions (East and West) to minimize travel expenses for its member schools and lessen the travel impact on their student/athletes. Bravo! The post Grading the Mid-Major Conference expansions – Part 2 appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Welcome back to the Blazer Victory Podcast! On this episode, John Duncan, Darion Smith, and Jimmy Marion are joined by Darrien Starling, one of the fastest-growing independent voices covering the American Conference. A former UTSA football player and creator of the Before Saturday Substack, Darrien shares his unique perspective on the state of the AAC, explaining how coaching, roster continuity, resources, revenue sharing, and administration are reshaping college football. We discuss: * Why the American Conference is more competitive than ever * Which teams are legitimate championship contenders * Sleepers and surprise teams for the 2026 season * How Darrien evaluates teams in the transfer portal era * Why continuity matters more than ever in college football * UAB's outlook entering the 2026 season * What the Blazers must overcome to exceed expectations * Why the American remains the premier Group of Six conference * + Before Saturday's AD Survey and Darrien's Initial Interaction w/ the UAB Administration Whether you're a UAB fan or simply follow the American Conference, this episode provides an in-depth look at one of the most unpredictable seasons the league has seen. Be sure to subscribe to Darrien's Before Saturday Substack for outstanding American Conference coverage and follow him on X: ➡️ https://x.com/DarrienStarling ⸻
Everything is bigger in Texas, and that includes College Football predictions! DCTF author and all-state ball knower Carter Yates returns to the show to preview the biggest storylines around the Lone Star State! - Carter's assessment of Mike Elko, Texas A&M's playoff chances- Texas success in 2026 looks like _____?- Is all of the noise in Lubbock going to show up poorly on the field?- Buy or sell: SMU makes the playoff again in '26- Will DJ Lagway engineer a one-season turnaround at Baylor?- G6 quick hitters: Texas State prediction, buying stock on UNT?, what's next at UTSA?Check out our brand new sponsor — Red Water Hats!Get 15% off your first purchase from Homefield Apparel when you use code “THREETECHPOD” at checkout!https://tr.ee/ZFhu7XSuLgJoin the Jimmy's and Joe's for CFB content for all 138 teams!FOLLOW: @ThreeTechPod on Instagram and Twitter!HOMEFIELD DISCOUNT: THREETECHPOD for 15% off!
In this episode, we kick off our 2026 conference preview series with Part 1 of our Group of Six rundown, covering the American, Sun Belt and MAC. With coaching changes, transfer portal churn, new coordinators and a whole lot of roster turnover, we try to figure out which teams are actually built to contend and which ones are more mystery box than finished product. We start in the American, where UTSA, Navy, Memphis, Army, FAU, USF and ECU all have some version of a case, even if nearly every team comes with one glaring question. Then we move to the Sun Belt, where James Madison enters a new era with Billy Napier, Old Dominion has real intrigue, Louisiana and Troy headline the West, and nobody feels quite as loaded as last year. Finally, we close with the MAC, where Miami (Ohio) and Western Michigan appear to be the class of the conference, while Toledo, Buffalo, Central Michigan, Bowling Green, Ohio and Eastern Michigan crowd into a very meaty middle. Plus: Dan’s questionable subtitle, a punny new vehicle at Coastal Carolina, Lunch Winfield, Goose Crowder, Sacramento State’s strange MAC arrival, Keldric Luster, and the looming joy of the Ball-Sac rivalry. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro6:37 - American Conference Preview46:40 - Sun Belt Conference Preview1:11:00 - MAC PreviewSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The final Group of 6 conference preview episode hits the Sun Belt, the American Athletic Conference, and the rebuilt Pac-12 with full 2026 picks, predictions, betting angles, title-game projections, surprise teams, disappointment picks, and schedule notes.The Sun Belt enters a transition year with James Madison trying to survive another coaching change under Billy Napier, Old Dominion and Marshall pushing in the East, and a chaotic West led by Troy, Louisiana, Arkansas State, and newcomer Louisiana Tech. Gary explains why JMU is the champion pick, why Troy and Louisiana Tech carry betting value, and why Southern Miss may be the biggest fade in the league.The American looks wide open after major coaching and roster turnover. Navy has the cleanest path, UTSA has the best quarterback profile with Owen McCown, Memphis has the transfer upside under Charles Huff, and ECU, Army, USF, Tulane, FAU, and Tulsa all bring different paths and problems.The new Pac-12 is back as a rebuilt Group of 6 power league, with Boise State as the overwhelming favorite. San Diego State, Fresno State, Texas State, Washington State, and Utah State all have challenger cases, but the real question is whether anyone can make Boise State uncomfortable.
Host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven welcome Jared Kalmus from the Alamo Audible to preview the 2026 UTSA Roadrunners season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UTSA Baseball broadcast voice Jordy Fee-Platt makes his Around the Bird Bath debut to help us wrap up another highly successful season for the Roadrunners. While UTSA fell just short of repeat NCAA tournament appearances, the Roadrunners overcame a critical injury in the first inning of the season to clinch a regular season championship. We reflect on the season and look ahead to 2027 as UTSA navigates the transfer portal. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfwbyXDamHk
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Season 5 is officially in the books, and what a journey it's been! Join Andrew, Melissa and Josh as they reflect on an incredible season of the Birds Up Podcast, revisiting some of their favorite interviews, memorable moments, behind-the-scenes stories and the conversations that made this season so special. From distinguished alumni and industry leaders to coaches, entrepreneurs and changemakers, every guest brought a unique perspective that continues to showcase the impact of the UTSA community. Most importantly, this episode is a thank you to our guests for sharing their stories and to our listeners for tuning in, supporting the podcast and being part of the Birds Up family. Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just discovered the show this season, we appreciate you coming along for the ride. Tune in for one last look back at Season 5, and get ready for what's ahead in Season 6. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a review, and share the podcast with your fellow Roadrunners. The conversation doesn't stop here—Birds Up! ----------------------------------------------------- Show Notes: UT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni Gala Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!
Temple literally got a courtside view of what Baboucarr Njie could do when the former UTSA wing guard dropped a career-high 25 points on the Owls back in January and added 10 rebounds for a double-double. And now that Njie has signed with Temple out of the transfer portal, head coach Adam Fisher and his staff can gameplan with the 6-foot-6, 185-pound junior instead of having to prepare to play against him. Njie joined us on The Scoop this week to talk about why he signed with Temple and why he believes his versatility, athleticism and shot-blocking ability will be an asset for the Owls this season. We also have more Temple football recruiting updates for you and will tell you why Peter Clarke should be considered one of the best tight ends in the program's history. Intro: 0:00 – 3:28 Temple loses one, gains two more football commits: 3:28 – 7:36 EA Sports thinks Peter Clarke is pretty good: 7:36 – 10:47 Baboucarr Njie joins The Scoop: 10:47 – 35:09 Mailbag: 35:09 – end *Timestamps are approximate due to advertisements.
AAC Football 2026 Season Preview & Predictions: Next Group of 5 CFP Contender? | Play The Fight SongWho will claim the crown in the American Athletic Conference for the 2026 college football season? In this episode of Play The Fight Song, we deliver the ultimate AAC preview, breaking down a chaotic conference race that features heavy roster turnover, major coaching staff shifts, and wide-open paths to the College Football Playoff!We dive deep into every major program—from perennial heavyweights like Memphis and Tulane to surging dark horses like South Florida and UTSA. Get our exclusive insight on the top players to watch, schematic changes under brand-new coaching staffs, and our locked-in over/under season win total picks!Who is your pick to win the American Conference title game on December 5th? Will a team from the AAC secure a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff bracket? Drop your standings and record predictions in the comments below!
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The 2026 American Conference previews roll on, as Matt and Carter welcome on Friend of the Roost Pod (formal title) Jared Kalmus of the Alamo Audible for his record-breaking sixth guest spot. Longtime listeners will know that means it's time to talk Roadrunners! What are the vibes with Jeff Traylor and UTSA these days? Can Owen McCown summon the spirit of Frank Harris and finally lead the team to greater success in the American? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today is Game 3 of NBA Finals, Iran and Israel going at it, Erika Kirk heckled at UTSA event, POTUS walks out on an interview, and the cheat is on in California.
TPUSA event at UTSA turns violent with protestors yelling Erika Kirk needs to die like Charlie Kirk, more fraud coming out of Minnesota, and more AI news.
Fresh off a historic 2025 American Conference Championship season, UTSA Soccer Head Coach Derek Pittman joins the Birds Up Podcast to talk about the journey of building one of the most successful programs in Roadrunner Athletics. Since arriving at UTSA in 2018, Pittman has transformed the program into a championship contender, leading the Roadrunners to conference titles, NCAA Tournament appearances, record-setting attendance, and a culture built on accountability, resilience, and excellence. In this episode, Coach Pittman shares his unique path from growing up in Oklahoma and racing cars as a kid to playing collegiate and professional soccer before finding his calling on the sidelines. We discuss the foundation of UTSA Soccer's championship culture, what he looks for in recruiting, the importance of developing student-athletes on and off the field, and what lies ahead as the Roadrunners prepare for another exciting season. Whether you're a soccer fan, a Roadrunner supporter, or someone who enjoys stories about leadership and building winning teams, this conversation offers an inside look at one of UTSA's most successful coaches and the continued rise of UTSA Athletics. Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we celebrate the success of UTSA Soccer and look ahead to what's next for the Roadrunners. Birds Up! Show NotesUT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUT System Invests over $470 Million Into UT San AntonioGraduate Student Paves the Way For Future Moon MissionsUTSA Athletics Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!
Send us Fan MailWe talk our way through college baseball madness, from the regional bracket to the super regional paths that could send Texas and Texas A&M on very different roads to Omaha. We also hit the biggest selection surprises, detour into the Women's College World Series buzz, and finish with a Thunder Spurs check-in and some old-school baseball memories at the Dish. • why May and June college baseball feels like its own holiday • how the NCAA baseball regionals and super regionals work • Texas' regional draw and why Tarleton and UC Santa Barbara matter • pitching decisions that can win or wreck a weekend • Texas A&M's tough regional and why familiarity cuts both ways • the Kentucky in, UTSA out debate and what it says about SEC strength of schedule and RPI • regionals that look like coin flips from day one • Women's College World Series storylines and what Texas needs to repeat • the strange hot mic moment that had everyone rewinding • Thunder Spurs turning into a best-of-three and why experience matters late Call Honest. So check out K View tomorrow night for all the election results. Vote for her in a runoff, a primary, a runoff. Allison Bush State Board of Education. Support the showPlease like and follow each of Stories Inside the Man Cave Podcast social media links on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and Tik Tok.
The NCAA college baseball field of 64 is set, and Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about who's in, who has a tough or easy regional, who has a complaint about being snubbed and who could win it all.(00:00) Analyzing the national seeds(07:30) The toughest regional this weekend(12:45) Trying to understand seeding decisions(19:30) N.C. State makes the tourney in Elliott Avent's final season(22:00) Baffled by the Wolfpack not being a Last Four Team in(24:00) Why we think Mercer should have made it(30:00) The goalposts for what mid-majors need to do keeps changing(33:15) The ACC and SEC came out quite well(37:55) The plight of UTSA(44:10) Looking at Michigan's case(46:50) Predicting the champion(51:30) Picking a sleeper who could win it all(55:00) Picking toughest/weakest regional(59:30) Players we are excited to seeOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The tournament's #1 seed following their regular season championship, UTSA relied on their pitching staff on the way to the tournament finale, but ECU's Ethan Norby blew through the UTSA lineup to put an end to their season. There's a lot to unpack, including the Roadrunners' performance in the tournament, not receiving an at-large bid, and what the program will need to get back to the NCAA tournament next season. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMafiRFmF2E
For the second straight season, the Roadrunners are regular season champions. While UTSA had a very lack luster performance, winning just one game against UAB was enough to hand them the first overall seed and a share of the regular season title. Dan and Rylan recap the series and preview the conference tournament, as an at large bid looks to be increasingly difficult to attain. Video: https://youtu.be/XxXemwzoqy4
UT San Antonio's new College of AI, Cyber and Computing is being positioned as a major workforce engine for a city increasingly focused on cybersecurity, data science, artificial intelligence and advanced computing.
Legacy and Historical Context • Old Dominion dominated women's basketball through strong administrative support and Marianne Stanley's competitive vision brought from Immaculata's dynasty era • ODU won 2 AIAW championships with players like Anne Donovan, Amos, and Nancy Lieberman, establishing the program as a national powerhouse • The NCAA filed a lawsuit against Title IX implementation, creating animosity that persists today—NCAA still doesn't recognize AIAW championships • UCLA's Corey Close corrected announcers this year, insisting their 2024 title was their second national championship, not first • ODU served as the bridge passing the torch to Tennessee after Marianne Stanley left to start over at USC, then eventually to UConn
Join us for an inspiring conversation with San Antonio native and UTSA alumnus Dr. Joshua Austin, nationally recognized dentist, educator, speaker, and Editorial Director of Dental Economics. From his early days at Health Careers High School and UTSA to becoming one of the most respected voices in dentistry, Dr. Austin shares the journey that helped shape his career and passion for helping others. In this episode, we discuss the rapid evolution of dentistry, innovation in digital technology, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the realities of balancing a demanding profession with personal wellness. Dr. Austin also opens up about the importance of mental health in high-pressure careers, breaking down stigma within the dental profession, and why community, mentorship, and self-care matter more than ever. As founder of Austin Dental Seminars and a nationally sought-after lecturer, Dr. Austin brings practical insight, humor, and authenticity to every conversation. Whether you are interested in healthcare, business, leadership, or personal growth, this episode offers valuable lessons that extend far beyond dentistry. Tune in to hear how a San Antonio student built a nationally recognized career while staying grounded in service, education, and community. Be sure to like, follow, comment, and share this episode with your fellow Roadrunners and listeners. Birds Up! Show NotesDr. Joshua Austin, DDS PracticeSpring 2026 Commencement InfoHonors College Largest Graduating ClassStudents Place at Cyber Defense NationalsAI Student Summer CampUT San Antonio AlumniUT San Antonio Alumni EventsAlumni GalaUTSA Athletics Thanks for tuning in! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more great content! Birds Up!
Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The bad blood between Texas State and UTSA spilled onto the diamond this week with the Bobcats getting run-ruled and then shoved by Roadrunners coach Pat Halmark in the post game handshake line. Plus, TXST football keeps adding new players, while men's and women's basketball have a whole new look for 2026 thanks to the transfer portal. Host Keff Ciardello is here to give the rundown.
The Roadrunners' defense let them down on the road in Tennessee as Memphis took two of three from UTSA, snapping the Roadrunners' historic conference series win streak. UTSA's RPI dropped drastically after dropping two games, putting a lot of pressure on the Roadrunners to tighten things up to secure a regular season championship and limit the demands on their pitching staff in the conference tournament. Video: https://youtu.be/N41UsCWWDUY
Division II All-American Dallis Dillard, one of Temple's two newest portal additions, joined us on the pod this week to talk about why he chose the Owls and what he can bring to yet another revamped Temple men's basketball roster. We also discussed the addition of former UTSA forward Baboucarr Njie, a player who dropped a career-high 25 points on the Owls earlier this season, and we'll tell you why NCAA Tournament expansion is a bad idea and why Bonnie Rosen's Temple women's lacrosse team could upset top-seeded USF in the American Conference tournament Thursday. And on the football front, four Temple players are getting NFL opportunities as undrafted rookie free agents. We looked at their chances of latching on to a pro roster and got to all of your mailbag questions, too. Intro: 0:00 – 4:10 Temple lands a D-II All-American: 4:10 – 23:42 Portal pickup Baboucarr Njie might remind you of a past Owls forward: 23:42 – 31:34 5-for-5 -- What if Derrian Ford and Jordan Mason could have returned?: 31:34 – 37:14 Why we think NCAA Tournament expansion is not a good thing: 37:14 – 41:35 Which Temple football UDFA can make an NFL roster?: 41:35 – 48:02 Temple women's lacrosse team returns to the conference tournament: 48:02 – 51:12 Mailbag: 51:12 – end *Timestamps are approximate due to advertisements.