Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

On today's show, Aaron explains what the Big Ten's new TV deal tells us about the future of Notre Dame, the Pac-12 and College Football Playoff. He also gives us five overrated and underrated teams in the first Coaches Poll and shares a mailbag on Arkansas' NIL, a different NCAA Tourney and more. Here's a full rundown: How the Big Ten's massive TV deal changes the future of college football (2:00): Aaron opens the show discussing the ripple effects of the Big Ten's massive new TV deal, and how we learned about the future of Notre Dame, the Pac-12 and College Football Playoff based on Monday's news. Coaches Poll overreaction (23:30): Next, the first coaches poll of the season is out - and Aaron shares the five teams he believes are overrated and underrated. Also, how the heck did Texas get a first place vote? Mailbag (46:00): Finally, he answers your mail bag questions, discussing Arkansas' new NIL program and reports that the NCAA Tournament could one day remove automatic bids. Also, Aaron shares his thoug

With three weeks until college football, Aaron discusses the eight most intriguing teams in the sport in two parts, hitting on USC, Texas, Michigan, A&M and two playoff contenders (not named Alabama or Ohio State). Then he previews two big summer hoops tours starting this week - Kentucky and Arkansas. Here's a full rundown: Most intriguing teams in college football Part I (2:00): With three weeks until the start of college football, Aaron opens the show by discussing Part I of the eight most intriguing teams in college football. What are realistic expectations in Year 1 for Lincoln Riley at USC, how safe is Steve Sarkisian at Texas and is this finally the year Scott Frost figures things out at Nebraska? Plus, Vegas sees LSU as a six-win team - how patient will Tigers fans stay if that happens? Most intriguing teams in college football Part II (24:00): From there Aaron continues with part II of most intriguing teams - and opens the segment with an audible. After meeting an angry Oklahoma fan he decides to di

Aaron explains why Nick Saban's about "rebuilding" are a message to college football, then hits on Brittney Griner and the passing of Vin Scully. Finally, he plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing Deshaun Watson, football recruiting and frustration on Gonzaga-Kentucky. Here's a full rundown. Nick Saban sends a message to college football (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Nick Saban's comments about last year being a "rebuilding" season. He explains why it was a rebuild, but more importantly, why Saban is sending a message to the sport as a whole - be scared college football fans. Be very scared. Brittney Griner and Vin Scully (15:30): Next, Aaron hits on two serious topics from the week. He starts by addressing Brittney Griner's prison sentence, and why it's now on athletes to continue to speak out until she returns. He also addresses the passing of Vin Scully, discussing his insane, 67-year career. "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" (34:00): Finally, Aaron plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron W

Aaron opens the show by discussing the uncomfortable truth about the Deshaun Watson report and his six game suspension. He wraps the show by discussing Kentucky and Gonzaga booking a home-and-home and a loaded Maui Invitational bracket. He also welcomes iconic college football writer Phil Steele to the show to preview the college football season. Here's a full rundown: The uncomfortable truth on Deshaun Watson (2:30): Aaron opens the show by discussing the uncomfortable truth about Deshaun Watson after the NFL suspended him for six games. Aaron goes through the league's report and explains just how egregious and embarrassing this suspension is. Phil Steele joins the show (27:00): Next, Aaron is welcomed by a legend, as Phil Steele, from Phil Steele magazine joins the show to preview the college football season. The guys talk all the big stories, including expectations for USC and Texas and if Michigan can repeat as Big Ten champ. Also, is Texas A&M a legit title contender? And of course, Aaron asks about hi

Aaron opens the show by honoring Bill Russell, before moving to a busy weekend in college sports. Does the Pac-12 have a brighter future than we thought, why this was the wildest college football recruiting weekend in years, and Bronny James' strange college recruitment. Here's a full rundown: RIP Bill Russell (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the passing of Bill Russell. Aaron explains why he was more than a sports legend, but a cultural icon whose impact is more off the court and will be felt long after his passing. Is the Pac-12 in better shape than we thought? (12:30): Aaron transitions to an interesting weekend for the Pac-12. The league's commissioner got feisty at media days Friday, and Aaron wonders if the league has a better chance to survive than we thought. If the Big 12 was so intriguing to certain teams, why haven't they already jumped? Plus, Aaron explains why the Pac-12 has certain advantages with TV partners that no one else is talking about. The wildest college football recruiting

On this Friday edition of the show, Aaron explains why we actually learned a lot about Big Ten Media Days, including the confident Michigan Wolverines, James Franklin speaking his mind and Kevin Warren being full of-you-know what. Then he welcomes in 10-year NBA vet Rafer Alston to talk about the And1 MixTape Tour and a new documentary and wraps with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong." Here's a full rundown of the show: What we learned at Big Ten Media Days (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Big Ten Media Days takeaways. He explains why the event proved Kevin Warren is full of it, and why he doesn't buy any expansion rumors. Also, confident Jim Harbaugh, swaggy James Franklin and why Scott Frost saying nothing, meant everything. Rafer Alston joins the show (24:00): Next up, Aaron welcomes on 10-year NBA vet Rafer Alston to the show to discuss the new Showtime documentary "Point Gods." The guys discuss growing up in New York, playing for Jerry Tarkanian, the And1 Mixtape tour and more. Aaron Right/Aaron Wron

On today's show, Aaron discusses Kansas pulling Bill Self off the recruiting market - and whether this means the Jayhawks are about to get punished by the NCAA. Also, what five-star Justin Edwards commitment means to Kentucky and a mailbag where Aaron discusses Gene Smith's 16-team playoff comments and whether Aaron is nicer to people who appear on the podcast. Here's a full rundown: Bill Self and Kansas in trouble (4:00)?: Aaron opens the show by discussing a surprising story out of Kansas. Bill Self is no longer recruiting for KU - does this mean that the NCAA hammer is coming down on the Jayhawks soon? What five-star Justin Edwards means for Kentucky (19:30): Next up, Aaron reacts to the commitment of five-star Justin Edwards to Kentucky. Aaron explains why the decision of the top five prospect is so big for UK, what impact he could have on college basketball, and also, why this could be the start of a wild recruiting month for UK. Who's next in Lexington? Torres discusses. Mailbag segment (32:15): Fina

On today's show, Aaron discusses Tennessee getting hit with major recruiting violations - but why the school might be OK even if Jeremy Pruitt goes down hard. He then discusses top high school player GG Jackson committing to South Carolina, and also Jerry West absolutely crushing Aaron's arch enemy JJ Redick. What's next for Tennessee following wild recruiting violations (2:00): On Friday, we learned that Tennessee had some wild recruiting violations under previous coach Jeremy Pruitt. Aaron goes through all the crazy accusations, shares his reaction and also explains why Tennessee might be able to avoid major punishment - even if Pruitt will probably never coach college again. GG Jackson commits to South Carolina - here's what it means (23:00): Next up, Aaron follows up on a story from last week, as top high school basketball player GG Jackson commits to South Carolina. Aaron explains why this story doesn't mean what you think it means, shares why star players often struggle at non-traditional schools and

On today's show Aaron discusses Kirby Smart's massive contract extension, and why he is getting some pushback for NIL comments. Also, he discusses DJ Wagner's new Nike deal, and if Kentucky is about to land him, and go on a historic recruiting run. Finally he plays, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing conference realignment, John Calipari, and his best and worst NFL takes. Here's a full run down of the show: Kirby Smart gets PAID (2:00): Aaron opens the show with the news that Kirby Smart has become the highest paid coach in college football. Kirby is facing some backlash because of comments he made about NIL - but Aaron separates fact from fiction and tells you what Kirby *really* said about NIL. Is Kentucky basketball about to go on a historic recruiting run? (17:00): Next, Aaron switches gears to discuss college hoops recruiting. We got a *very* interesting story surrounding the No. 1 recruit in the country DJ Wagner - and now it appears as though Kentucky is his leader. Is this jus

On today's show, Aaron explains how Greg Sankey told us at media days what the future of college football looks like - and why it's bad for certain teams. Also, the Big 12-Pac-12 merger is dead - or is it? And Notre Dame wants crazy money to stay independent. Here's a full rundown of today's show: Greg Sankey just told you what the future of college sports looks like (2:30): Aaron opens the show by explaining how SEC commissioner told you *exactly* what the future of college sports looks like - and why it isn't pretty for most schools not affiliated with the Big Ten and SEC. A deep dive on the present, future and postseason! Big 12-Pac-12 merger is dead? (21:00): Next up, Aaron discusses the ESPN report that a Pac-12-Big 12 merger is dead - and explains why realignment is only just beginning. Could the corner schools - Arizona, Arizona State, Utah and Colorado - still end up in the Big 12? Aaron thinks so, and why there are a lot of things yet to be determined. Notre Dame wants crazy money to stay independ

SEC Media Days starts Monday, and Aaron opens by giving his seven biggest storylines in the SEC this year. Then he transitions to a crazy story about potential broken NIL promises to star USC receiver Jordan Addison - and why this is college sports' newest NIL problem. Finally, he wraps discussing the crazy story of top high school hoops recruit GG Jackson who decommitted from UNC and appears to be headed to a surprise school. Here's a full rundown: SEC Media Days preview (2:30): SEC Media Days starts on Monday, and Aaron opens by giving his seven biggest SEC storylines heading into the season. What does Georgia have in store for an encore and how scary will Alabama's revenge tour be? What should be expected of first year head coaches at LSU and Florida, can Bryan Harsin save his job, and which team will fall after last year - Ole Miss, Kentucky or Arkansas? Jordan Addison and broken NIL promises (34:00): From there, Aaron switches gears, hitting on the crazy report that USC star wide receiver Jordan Addiso

On today's show, Fox Sports' John Fanta joins to discuss his career, how he got into broadcasting, and the present and future of Big East basketball. Among the topics the guys discuss are: * How growing up a Cleveland sports fan, gave him the passion to pursue a sports career * Why going to a non-traditional broadcast school was the best thing for his career * The impact his parents had on his current success * His early days with the Big East, and what it's like to work with some of his idols * What's next for the league, after several new hires in the conference Make sure to follow John Fanta on Twitter @John_Fanta Make sure to follow the Aaron Torres Podcast on: Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A few days before SEC Media Days, 247 Sports Josh Pate joins the show, in an exclusive interview. He discusses the rise of his show "Late Kick," the growth of his show and thoughts on the 2022 season. Here is a full rundown of the conversation: * Growing up around college football 365 days a year in Georgia * His unique path in sports media * Starting "Late Kick" nationally during a pandemic * The growth of the show, and when he knew it'd gone "big time" * What's next for the show * What he is most excited about for in the 2022 college football season Make sure to follow Josh Pate on Twitter @LateKickJosh Make sure to follow the Aaron Torres Podcast on: Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's "long form" week, as with Aaron on vacation, he is joined by three friends to discuss their careers and the state of college sports in general. Today, Aaron is joined by Outkick.com's Trey Wallace, who chats about: * The moment that he knew he wanted to be a sports writer * The sacrifices that have to be made to have success in the industry, giving up weekends, holidays and more * His work breaking the story that led to Jeremy Pruitt's firing at Tennessee * How to build up sources and contacts in the industry * What is the future of college football, and why he believes, there could be more, huge, landscape changing news soon Also stay tuned later this week, as Aaron welcomes in 247 Sports' Josh Pate to the show and FOX's John Fanta Make sure to follow Trey on Twitter - @TreyWallace_ Subscribe to the Aaron Torres Pod on Apple Subscribe to the Aaron Torres Pod on Spotify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded Friday show, as Aaron talks about the complicated future of the Pac-12 (and how the Big 12 fits in), then goes off on the coverage of Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia. Finally, he plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" on the college sports landscape, the NBA Draft, DJ Wagner, KD and more! Here's a full rundown: The complicated future of the Pac-12 (4:00): Aaron opens the show by talking about the complicated future of the Pac-12. He tells you why you shouldn't believe all the reports you read this week, and also why it's hard to know exactly what's next for Oregon, Arizona and the remaining Pac-12. How does the Big 12 fit in? And who's waiting for a Big Ten invite? Aaron has the answer. Brittney Griner (17:00): Next up, Aaron goes off on the coverage of Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia. No one is excusing Griner's behavior, but in a world where every sports reporter wants to talk politics and every athlete wants to be an advocate, why is no one standing up for Griner? Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (2

On today's show, Aaron discusses the fallout around the Pac-12 from USC and UCLA's decision - and a surprising reaction from across the league. He also hits on the next two realignment moves that could shake up college sports, and discusses the sad fall of Emoni Bates who committed to Eastern Michigan last week. Fallout from the USC/UCLA move (2:00): Aaron opens the show by sharing some conversations he had from across the Pac-12 this weekend. He explains why USC and UCLA are *not* worried about travel in their move to the Big Ten, and why they believe this move is only a benefit. Also, the one Pac-12 school he believes can join them in the Big Ten (hint, it's not Oregon) and if the Pac-12 can do anything to salvage the league. The next two big realignment moves that could change college sports forever (22:00): Next, Aaron discusses what could be next in realignment. He explains why this finally might be the time for Notre Dame to join a league, and also if ACC teams are really willing to wait to make their

Aaron drops an emergency Thursday podcast, with full reaction to the news that USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten. Here is his full reaction: Why this news is not shocking - and why it's all about money and stability in the future of college sports (3:00) Why this move changes college sports forever - and is a sign that super conferences are near (10:00) Is there a next move for the SEC? Is there a next move for the Pac-12? Or do they simply stay as they are? (14:00) Why this is not a good day for college sports, and why this hurts, fans, the products and athletes across the sports world (21:00) Make sure to... Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron discusses Miami snagging an elite QB, the NIL rumors and explains why this is the best example yet of why people in college sports are frustrated with NIL. From there he talks about how Arch Manning is *already* having an impact at Texas, and answers the question "Is it North Carolina, Gonzaga and everyone else" in college hoops in 2022-2023. Here's a full rundown: The rumors around Miami's $9.5 million QB (2:00): Aaron opens by discussing the crazy story of four-star QB Jaden Rashada's commitment to Miami, and how his lawyer/agent may have admitted to an NCAA rules violation for taking NIL money. Is it true? What's next? And why this is the best example yet of why administrators, coaches and fans are frustrated with the state of NIL. Arch Manning's impact being felt at Texas (23:00): Next up, Aaron discusses how, just days after committing, Arch Manning's impact is already being felt at Texas. The Longhorns had a hectic weekend full of good news, and Aaron explains why it's directly

On today's show, Aaron goes through the biggest and most important Week 1 college football games, and asks whether Florida coach Billy Napier is in over his head after a disastrous few weeks for the Gators. Then he talks about two big college hoops commits as five-star Rob Dillingham commits to Kentucky and four star Layden Blocker to Arkansas. Here's a full rundown: The most important Week 1 college football games (2:30): With three weeks until SEC Media Days, Aaron rips through the most important games of Week 1. He explains why Clemson and Nebraska have something to prove, and why Utah-Florida and Cincinnati-Arkansas are bigger than you think. Plus, are we overhyping Ohio State-Notre Dame and Georgia-Oregon, and why the most important game isn't one you might think. Is new Florida coach Billy Napier in over his head? (31:00) Next, Aaron discusses new Florida head coach Billy Napier. Napier had a tough week, losing players to the portal, issuing an "open letter" to UF fans and losing a couple key recruits

On today's show, Aaron reacts to the 2022 NBA Draft, sharing his thoughts on the best picks, worst picks and much more. From there he reacts to Arch Manning committing to Texas, and what it means for the Longhorns and Steve Sarkisian. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" giving his all-time best and worst NBA Draft takes: Full reaction to the NBA Draft (2:30): Aaron opens the show with full reaction to the NBA Draft. He explains why he actually agrees with most of the top picks, why there were no egregious misses, but the one Top 10 pick he totally agrees with. Then he rips through the rest of the best first round picks, and the second round steals that he absolutely loves. Arch Manning commits to Texas (34:00): Next up, Aaron reacts to the mega-news, as Arch Manning has committed to Texas. He explains why the news isn't surprising, what it means for Texas, and why it has zero impact on Quinn Ewers. Also, Aaron explains why this one move is either going to make or break the Steve