Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

On today's show, with Chris Beard's charges dropped will he coach again? With three losses in four games is Purdue set to let everyone down in the NCAA Tournament again? Plus, No. 1 Alabama loses. Finally, we wrap the show with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." Here's a full rundown of today's show: With charges dropped - will Chris Beard coach again? (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the latest twist with Chris Beard. With charges dropped - will he coach again? Aaron says the answer is probably "yes" and explains when he will be back, and what schools make sense. Will Purdue disappoint in the NCAA Tournament again? (19:00): Next up, Aaron discusses the week that was in college hoops. He starts by discussing Purdue - with three losses in four games are the Boilermakers set to disappoint in the Big Dance again? Then he talks about the mega-win for Maryland, No. 1 Alabama falling, Marquette toppling Xavier and more. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (37:00): Finally, we wrap with America's favorite podcast segment

On today's show, Aaron gives an update on Pac-12 expansion and why the league can be in trouble, then discusses Barry Switzer's critical comments of Oklahoma's move to the SEC. Finally, in a wide open college hoops season, Aaron gives you the five teams he believes are best suited to win it all - with a few very surprising teams mixed in. Pac-12 on the verge of falling apart? Aaron opens by talking about the Pac-12 - while some are focused on potential expansion candidates, Aaron explains why a new report plaints a different picture. Is this league on the verge of breaking up? Oklahoma legend calls out Sooners' move to the SEC: Next up, legendary Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer calls out the school's move to the SEC - is he right? The five teams best built to win college hoops' national title: Finally, we are officially two weeks from March. In a wide open season, Aaron gives the five teams he believes are best built to win the title this season. The list might surprise you. Today's show is brought to you by

On today's show Aaron discusses a wild Super Bowl and why the refs did NOT cost Philadelphia a win against KC. Then he talks college hoops - is Bama historically great, the wild Duke-Virginia ending + is Kentucky headed to the NIT? Super Bowl reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show with Super Bowl reaction. He explains why did NOT cost Philly the game, and why he knew the Eagles were in trouble late in the third quarter. Plus, thoughts on Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts and of course, the Riahanna halftime performance. The weekend in college hoops: From there, Aaron discusses the weekend that was in college hoops. Is it time to start talking about Alabama as a potentially historically great team after the Auburn win (18:00). Duke's controversial loss to Virginia (32:00) and finally is Kentucky headed to the NIT (41:00)? Plus thoughts on UConn-Creighton, Purdue losing to Northwestern and UCLA rolling again. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to

Aaron opens with the bombshell - Texas and Oklahoma are headed to the SEC early - what does it mean for the two schools and the SEC? From there, he makes his Super Bowl pick and plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." Finally, old friend Nick Coffey joins the show to talk the failing ACC, what's wrong with Louisville and how bad are things between Calipari and Kentucky fans? Oklahoma and Texas are headed to the SEC early - now what (2:00): Aaron opens the show with the big news of Thursday, as Texas and Oklahoma will head to the SEC a year early. Aaron explains why this was always what was going to happen, but what the hold-ups were to get to this point. Also, who are the big winners and losers and what can we expect from the two schools in Year One in the best conference in college sports. Nick Coffey stops by for a visit (18:00): Next up, Aaron is joined by his old friend Nick Coffey to whip around the world of college sports. The guys discuss how the ACC has gotten so bad in college sports - and if UNC made a

It's an all hoops Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron talks about Arkansas once again getting hot in February, all while Kentucky suffers a frustrating loss. Then, he talks whether UNC is headed to the NIT after a third straight loss and is UConn back after a dominant win? Arkansas dominates at Rupp (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Arkansas' dominating win at Rupp. The Hogs are hot again in February, and for the third year in a row appear to be a threat. How good could they be? And how did we get here. Another frustrating loss for Kentucky (13:00): Next, Aaron looks at it from the Kentucky perspective, as the Wildcats lost another tough one. Torres still thinks they're a tournament team, but with another dud (now their third loss at home this season) is this officially the worst coaching job of John Calipari's career? UNC headed to the NIT and is UConn back?: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing two other marquee results from Tuesday. UNC has lost three straight - is the preseason No. 1 team he

Aaron opens the show by discussing a report from "The Athletic" detailing all the crazy details of Jaden Rashada's NIL contract. Then he welcomes in "The Ringer's" John Jastremski to talk the Jim Boeheim mess at Syracuse and if it's time to go, and could St. John's actually hire Rick Pitino? Details on Jaden Rashada's crazy NIL contract: Aaron opens the show by discussing the Athletic's report which detailed Jaden Rashada's crazy NIL deal. He describes the crazy before explaining what it means for the kid, Florida and the future of NIL. Will the NIL market correct itself in coming years? The Ringer's John Jastremski talks Boeheim mess + Pitino to St. John's: Next up, Aaron welcomes John Jastremski, host of "New York, New York" with the Ringer. The guys talk Jim Boeheim - and if it's finally time for him to retire, before switching gears to St. John's. Could the Johnnies actually make a move on Rick Pitino? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win

Aaron opens the show by discussing Jim Boeheim's weird rant and why it's time to step away, before switching to a loaded Saturday of college hoops. UNC loses to Duke and it's looking bleak in Chapel Hill and is Purdue losing to Indiana proof they're overrated? Plus, thoughts on the Big 12, Kentucky, Arizona and more. Finally he talks Hugh Freeze quietly making moves at Auburn and Alabama getting its man at offensive coordinator. Jim Boeheim bizarre rant (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Jim Boeheim's bizarre rant about NIL and returning for next year. He explains why Boeheim is dead wrong, and why this is more proof that this is time for him to step away as Syracuse's head coach Saturday college hoops recap (20:00): From there, Aaron talks a loaded Saturday of college hoops. Is it officially time for UNC to worry after losing to Duke, and is a Purdue loss to Indiana proof that the Boilermakers are overrated? Plus, thoughts on Iowa State-Kansas, UConn-Georgetown and why Kentucky and Arizona are gett

With the first Duke-UNC game this weekend, Aaron wonders if the rivalry died when Coach K left last season. Then, he brings former D1 head coach Jamion Christian for a wide-ranging topic, including how much NIL has changed college hoops in 2023? Finally, Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong, as Aaron shares his best NFL takes, the one college hoops program he was dead wrong on and more. Does Duke-UNC still matter without Coach K? (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing what *should* be the game of the weekend: Duke vs. UNC in Durham. Does this rivalry still matter now that Coach K is gone? From there, Aaron also discusses Nate Oats' extension (and what it means for the rest of college hoops) and a couple big results from Wednesday night, including a big Xavier win and bad Tennessee loss. Former D1 head coach Jamion Christian with a wide-ranging conversation on college hoops (21:00): Next, Aaron welcomes his old buddy, Jamion Christian, an AT Media contributor and former D1 head coach who twice coached in the NCAA To

Aaron opens the show discussing Sean Payton's move to Denver - and why there might be an interesting historical comparison to another Super Bowl winning coach who crashed and burned at his second stop. Then, he talks about NIL going off on NIL and wraps with Tuesday college hoops. Kansas is once again alive, Arkansas may have turned a corner, Bama rolls and Kentucky and UConn pick up much needed wins. Sean Payton thoughts (2:00): Aaron opens the show with a little NFL news, as Sean Payton is headed to Denver. Aaron explains why he knew this was happening a few days ago, and why there might be an interesting historical comparison to another former Super Bowl winning head coach. Nick Saban goes off on NIL (19:00): Next, Aaron shares some interesting quotes from Nick Saban on NIL - and explains how Saban might have shown us what the future of NIL looks like Tuesday college hoops (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with a little Tuesday college hoops, as Kansas rolls, Arkansas might be getting hot, Bama picks up a h

Aaron opens the show by discussing the weekend in the NFL - and his three big takeaways from Bengals-Chiefs. Then he remembers broadcasting legend Billy Packer and shares thoughts on the big college hoops games, including Texas-Tennessee, another win from Indiana, Kentucky-Kansas, Creighton and more. NFL Playoff reaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing his three big takeaways from the Bengals-Chiefs thriller. Why we officially have the NFL's next great rivalry, why Bengals feels should feel *good* coming out of Sunday and why Torres was dead wrong on Mahomes. Plus, a quick thought on the 49ers-Eagles debacle. RIP Billy Packer (25:00): Next, Aaron transitions to college hoops - where the world lost a broadcasting icon in Billy Packer on late Thursday. Why Packer's importance to college hoops remains to this day. College hoops weekend thoughts (33:30): Finally, he wraps talking college hoops weekend results, where Tennessee might just have its best team yet under Rick Barnes (but can you trust th

On today's show, Aaron names his winners of the early part of the college football transfer portal. Then he previews a huge weekend in sports and makes his picks on the mega games in college hoops and the NFL. Finally, "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" on his best and worst NFL takes, college hoops: College football transfer portal winners (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing college football's transfer portal winners. First he discusses what schools like LSU, Michigan, Colorado and Kentucky did - and the impact that those players will have next season. Plus, a few surprise teams make the list. Preview of a wild sports weekend (25:00): Next up, Aaron previews what should be an all-time sports weekend. Thoughts on a loaded Saturday of college hoops which features Texas-Tennessee, Kansas-Kentucky, Baylor-Arkansas and more in the SEC-Big 12 Challenge. Then, he makes his AFC and NFC title game picks. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (44:00): Finally, it's time for the latest edition of Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong. Torres

On today's show, Aaron explains why Nick Saban needing to hire a new offensive and defensive coordinator is a good thing for Alabama. Then he turns to college hoops - Duke and Kansas both lost Monday, who should be more worried? And Kentucky rolls again - has this team turned a corner? Here's a full rundown: Nick Saban making moves (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien leaving for the New England Patriots. It means in the last week Alabama has lost its offensive and defensive coordinator - and Aaron says that's a good thing for Bama. And that the rest of college football should be very afraid. Kansas and Duke both lose (12:00): Which should be more worried? Next, Aaron discusses Monday night college hoops where both Duke and Kansas both lost? Aaron explains why one team should be worried - and why Jon Scheyer may have bigger issues than just this season. Has Kentucky turned a corner (32:00)? Finally, Kentucky has won four straight heading into a game Saturday

On today's show, Aaron discusses the Cowboys meltdown and what they should do next, and if Joe Burrow can or will pass Patrick Mahomes as the "best QB in the NFL" with a win Sunday. From there, he talks about the crazy Ed Reed/Bethune-Cookman story and wraps on college hoops. What TCU smacking Kansas in Lawrence means + Indiana and Kentucky pick up crucial wins. NFL weekend thoughts (2:00): Aaron opens by discussing the two big NFL playoff games Sunday. He discusses another Cowboys meltdown and what they *should* do, even if they'll likely do nothing. Also, can Joe Burrow surpass Patrick Mahomes as "the best QB in the NFL" with a win on Sunday? Crazy Ed Reed/Bethune Cookman story: From there, Aaron discusses the surreal Ed Reed story as he was fired as head coach at Bethune-Cookman - is there more to the story we don't know? Torres thinks so College hoops weekend recap: Finally, he wraps talking college hoops. Why TCU crushing Kansas was more about the Horned Frogs than the Jayhawks. Plus, Indiana and Kent

On today's show, Aaron discusses Deion Sanders flipping five-star cornerback Cormani McClain, before switching to hoops. He diagnoses what's wrong with UConn and the officiating debacle in the SEC with Arkansas-Missouri. Finally, fomer DI head coach Jamion Christian joins to talk the landscape of college hoops from a former coach's perspective. Deion flips another five-star (2:00): Aaron opens by discussing Deion Sanders and Colorado flipping five-star cornerback Cormani McClain from Miami - who McClain is and what this means for Coach Prime's rebuild. What's wrong with UConn + SEC officiating fiasco: From there, Aaron continues by talking college hoops. He explains what's wrong with UConn and if it can be fixed before the season ends (16:00) and explains an officiating fiasco in the SEC. After 56 fouls in Arkansas-Missouri and the league having to officially make a public apology, the SEC has an officiating problem - will it be fixed (33:00)? Jamion Christian talks college hoops (44:00): Finally, former D

It's a different Aaron Torres Pod - as Aaron gives you a preview of "The College Hoops Daily" - an all college hoops show, that's part of Aaron Torres Media. Zac Krull and former Division I head coach Jamion Christian break down the week's slate across the board. Included in the show, the guys discuss: * Kansas State's wild win over Kansas - and what makes Jerome Tang the perfect coach for K-State * What has allowed the Big 12 to turn into the best conference in college hoops * The shocking run of Iowa State - which beat Texas on Wednesday * Thoughts on this week's ACC action, SEC and more You can subscribe to "The College Hoops Daily on: Apple Spotify Follow Zac Krull on Twitter - @ZacKrull_ Follow Jamion Christian - @JamionChristian Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by asking what Tom Brady's next move is, and discussing Jim Harbaugh's return to Michigan - but how long will he be there for? Then he hits on a crazy night of college hoops where Kansas State won a thriller vs. Kansas and Oscar Tshiebwe had an insane night. Here's the full rundown: Tom Brady's next move (2:00): Aaron actually opens the show with a little NFL. Everyone is asking "What's next for Tom Brady" - but Aaron wonders if that's the right question. Is Brady anywhere close to elite at this point? Jim Harbaugh returns to Michigan - but for how long (14:00): From there, Aaron talks about Jim Harbaugh's return to Michigan - and explains why he believes this will be Harbaugh's final season in Ann Arbor, Kansas-Kansas State and Oscar Tshiebwe highlight a wild Tuesday in college hoops (31:00) Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing a wild Tuesday in college hoops. Kansas State beat Kansas in what might have been the game of the year - and the Wildcats may be the best story in the s

On today's show, Aaron discusses a wild story out of Alabama hoops and what's next for that program, and why Florida football has its hands full with a wild NIL mess. Finally, after a weekend where several contenders continued to struggle in college hoops, Aaron does a "panic meter" for Arkansas, Arizona, UConn and Duke. Tragedy at Georgia and Alabama (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing tragic events on both the campuses of Georgia and Alabama this weekend. What's next now for Alabama hoops, which now finds a former player in major trouble with the law? Florida football has an NIL problem (19:00): Next, Aaron discusses the crazy story of five-star quarterback Jaden Rashada - and whether Florida is refusing to pay an NIL deal they agreed to. Aaron explains why this is a PR nightmare for the Gators and head coach Billy Napier. College hoops "panic meter" for Arkansas, Arizona, Duke and UConn (38:00): Finally, several big-time college hoops programs are struggling - including Duke, UConn, Arizona and A

On today's show, Aaron discusses Kevin Warren's shocking move back to the NFL and Dabo making a mega-move for his Clemson Tigers. From there, he talks about a report of MAJOR beef between John Calipari and Kentucky AD Mitch Barnhart and wraps with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" end of the year CFB edition!  Kevin Warren returns to the NFL (2:00): Aaron opens the show with the news that Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren is leaving for the NFL. What is his legacy after Covid, USC and UCLA and the Big Ten's mega-TV deal? And what does this mean for the future of college sports as a whole? Dabo makes a mega-move (16:00): From there, Aaron reacts to Dabo Swinney making a big move, nabbing the most coveted offensive coordinator in the land. For the first time in a long time, Torres feels good about the direction of the Clemson program. Calipari beefs with AD Mitch Barnhart publicly (24:00): Aaron then reacts to a scathing report of friction between John Calipari and his AD. If all the facts are accurate, Aaron expla

On today's show, Aaron asks if Kirby Smart could one day be considered the "GOAT" in CFB, and starts to talk about who could potentially be John Calipari's replacement at Kentucky after the Wildcats took another crushing loss on Tuesday. Plus, Aaron recaps a wild Wednesday in college hoops talking Bama-Arkansas, UConn-Marquette and why Sean Miller continues to impress at Xavier. Here's a full rundown: Could Kirby Smart one day be CFB's "GOAT" (3:00): Aaron opens the show by asking if Kirby Smart could one day be considered college football's GOAT? It sounds crazy, but with two titles at 47-years-old, Aaron says its possible - and explains why it might, or might not happen. Potential John Calipari replacements (22:00): From there, Aaron turns to college hoops. After another crushing loss for Kentucky, Aaron says it's finally time to discuss who could be next at Kentucky. He discusses names like Jay Wright, Brad Stevens, Billy Donovan, Nate Oats and more, and explains who is realistic and who isn't. Wednesda

Aaron shares his immediate reaction to Georgia's national title game beatdown, here's a full rundown: Georgia is the "new Bama": Aaron shares his immediate reaction to Georgia's beatdown of TCU, explaining why Georgia is the new gold standard, the new "Bama" of college football. Plus, with the right head coach and fertile recruiting base, is there any reason to think that they will slow down any time soon? Plus, how do we define the legacy of Stetson Bennett and why it's unfair and wrong to say that TCU didn't "deserve" to be in the title game. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices