Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

On today's show Aaron Torres talks Great Osobor's INSANE NIL deal - and is any player worth $2 million in college hoops?! Then he discusses the SEC deciding to only have Arkansas and Kentucky play once, and whispers from the NBA Draft Combine including risers, fallers, Bronny James and more. Plus, Lincoln University's Will Middlebrooks discusses what it's like taking over a small school program in the modern era!  Great Osobor's insane NIL deal (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Great Osobor becoming the highest-paid player in recorded college hoops history. Torres talks about the number, if it's too much, and the balance of having NIL - but not overspending, in this new era. Arkansas and Kentucky will only play once next season (23:00): Next, Torres discusses the decision by the SEC to only schedule Arkansas and Kentucky once. Did the league make a mistake? And what kind of reception will John Calipari get when he returns to Rupp Arena?! NBA Draft Combine rumors + Bronny James NBA Draft prospects (37:00): Torres next discusses the NBA Draft Combine - and all the big news that emerged from Sunday and Monday, including big name prospects rising and who could return to school. Plus, Torres shares his thoughts on Bronny James staying in the draft and his NBA Draft prospects Finally, Lincoln University basketball coach Will Middlebrooks joins the show (1:12:00): Finally, Lincoln University basketball coach Will Middlebrooks joins the show to discuss life at the small school level, what it's like building a program, managing the portal and more at the small school level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres wonders why Kentucky is ranked so low in Top 25's and looks at the outlook of Arkansas as well, then talks about the latest in the portal, previewing DJ Wagner's visit, Coleman Hawkins and more. Finally, he wraps on Brian Kelly's comments and an NIL-backed basketball tournament! Why is Kentucky ranked so low in "Way Too Early Top 25's?" (2:00): Torres opens the show by asking about the disrespect for Kentucky in "Way Too Early Top 25's." Many national outlets don't have the Wildcats ranked, and Torres doesn't get it?! He also discusses where Arkansas should be ranked, as John Calipari has a loaded and talented 7-man roster so far. More portal news and notes (29:00): From there Torres hits on some portal news and notes as the NBA Draft Combine nears. Could Illinois star Coleman Hawkins return to school, and why next week's combine will tell us what Jaxson Robinson's plans are. Plus thoughts on Chaz Lanier and some other big names still remaining. Brian Kelly's NIL comments + the rest of the week in college sports (46:00): Finally, Torres wraps by explaining why he believes Brian Kelly's NIL comments are way overblown, and why an NIL-backed basketball tournament ultimately won't work! Click here to check out the Aaron Torres Store - and SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses Rick Pitino making big portal moves, then talks more in roster building SZN! DJ Wagner will visit Arkansas - is it done?! Plus, high school star Trent Noah is available - will he commit to Kentucky! Plus, Torres shares his thoughts on the Tom Brady roast! Rick Pitino makes major portal splashes (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Rick Pitino making two major portal splashes this week! What do you need to know - and how good can St. John's be in 2024-2025?! DJ Wagner to Arkansas? High school star Trent Noah to Kentucky (21:00): Next, Torres talks about two rumors in the college hoops world! One, DJ Wagner will visit Arkansas - is it a done deal for him to become a Razorback?! Also, Kentucky high school star Trent Noah has decommitted from South Carolina - will he be a Wildcat (35:00)?! Tom Brady Roast (45:00): Finally, Torres has to share thoughts on the Tom Brady roast, and why it was a signature moment for comedy and the Patriots dynasty! Get your "Big Rick Energy" t-shirt HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron Torres discusses Alabama landing one of the best players in the portal - are the Tide TITLE FAVORITES?! Plus, who are the best players still in the portal - and where will they land?! And finally, Torres talks about his beef with JJ Redick - who now apparently is in the mix for coaching jobs! Bama makes a MAJOR portal splash is Nate Oats squad title favorites (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Alabama locking in a commitment from star portal center Cliff Omoryuri. Does this move make the Tide title favorites heading into 2024-2025?! The biggest names still in the portal - and where they end up?! (19:00): From there, Torres runs down the biggest names in the portal - and wonders where they'll end up. He shares thoughts and updates on DJ Wagner, Adou Thiero, Jaxson Robinson, Coleman Hawkins and more! Finally, he wraps by discussing a new twist in his rivalry with JJ Redick. He discusses where the origin of "Shout out to JJ Redick - you f***head" comes from, and if Redick will end up a head coach! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to MAJOR moves at Kentucky and Arkansas. Mark Pope makes two major additions, what do Koby Brea and Kerr Kriisa bring to Lexington? Plus, Johnell Davis is headed to Fayetteville - how good are the Hogs?! More moves from Kentucky (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking about Mark Pope's two latest moves - adding sharpshooter Koby Brea and the stunner of portal season, point guard Kerr Kriisa. What does each bring to UK? And what is the Wildcats upside for next season? Johnell Davis to Arkansas - how good can the Hogs be (25:00): From there Torres talks the other big piece of news, as the No. 1 player in the portal, Johnell Davis commits to Arkansas. How good can the Hogs be in 2024-2025?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks UConn putting together another title-caliber roster and Mark Pope's LOADED first team coming together at Kentucky, with two new commits. Plus, Arkansas hits the portal and the transfer portal deadline hits - with some big names entering at the last minute! UConn has built another title contender (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing more big news out of UConn - where the Huskies landed portal star Aidan Mahaney. He explains why the Huskies again have a team good enough to win a title in 2024-2025 and who will be the biggest challengers. Mark Pope keeps putting in work (19:00): From there, Torres talks MORE big moves from Mark Pope. After getting a commitment from forward Andrew Carr shortly after last show, Pope pulled off a stunner - adding former McDonald's All-American Brandon Garrison. With the additions, Torres explains why UK already has a Top 25 roster - and who could be next for the Cats! More news and notes (38:00): From there, Torres talks more news and notes. He hits on Jonas Aidoo committing to Arkansas, and why this is bigger than fans realize. Plus, the portal has closed and Torres discusses the final big names, landing spots and more! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres starts off with some quicks on the NFL Draft, before transitioning to a MONSTER weekend for Kentucky - as they add both Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh to their backcourt. Finally, Torres wraps with Liam McNeeley heading to UConn, Cade Tyson heading to UNC AND MORE! NFL Draft reaction (2:00): For the first time in awhile, Torres opens talking FOOTBALL - with some NFL Draft reaction! He hits on why the Michael Penix to the Falcons story is overblown, and why Kirk Cousins looks soft complaining about it. Then he talks Caleb Williams, the Jets and Nick Saban's breakout as an analyst on the coverage! Kentucky's big recruiting weekend (26:00): From there, Torres talks about Kentucky's big weekend, as Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh commit to UK. What you need to know about both, why the perception on Lamont Butler is all wrong, and who's next for the Cats?! Liam McNeeley to UConn + the rest of a WILD weekend in hoops (43:00): From there, Torres hits on teh other big news of the weekend, as five-star Liam McNeeley commits to UConn, star transfer Cade Tyson ends up at UNC AND MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" talks insane visitor weekends at Kentucky and Arkansas and more transfer portal notes. Plus, he discusses the weird recruitment of Liam McNeeley. An updated "Way Too Early Top 25" Top 25 (2:00): Torres opens the show breaking down his "Way Too Early Top 25" and where things stand a month into college hoops off-season. Kentucky and Arkansas set for an insane recruiting weekends (24:00): From there, Torres breaks down INSANE recruiting weekends for both Kentucky and Arkansas. Kentucky is set to host the biggest names in the portal - which ones commit first?! Plus, John Calipari has elite high school and portal players on campus - what's it mean for his first Arkansas team (38:00)?! Transfer portal goes WILD (49:00): Next, Torres talks the transfer portal going WILD, breaking down the news and recruitments on Lamont Butler, Kadary Richmond and others! Finally, Torres wraps by talking about the strange Liam McNeeley recruitment - he visited UConn but didn't commit?! So now what for the elite high school star (59:30)?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses John Calipari making his moves at Arkansas, with a commit in the books and more coming. The wild, and weird recruitment of 5-star Jayden Quaintance? Finally, with the NFL Draft on Thursday - Torres drops his NFL Draft hot takes and bold predictions on Caleb Williams, JJ McCarthy, big trades and more!  John Calipari quietly making moves at Arkansas (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing John Calipari's first big moves at Arkansas. We know five-star Karter Knox committed, but Calipari is quietly working both elite high school talent and big-time portal visitors. Who could be the next players who go to Arkansas. The strange recruitment of five-star Jayden Quaintance (22:00): Next up, Torres talks about the truly bizarre recruitment of Jayden Quaintance. The five-star will not visit Arkansas and now has cancelled a visit to Kentucky. Are the Cats out of the mix?! And what schools are legit contenders? NFL Drat hot takes (42:00): Finally, Torres finally talks some football - as he shares his thoughts heading into Thursday's NFL Draft. He explains why everyone is wrong on Caleb Williams and why people are asking the wrong questions about JJ McCarthy. Plus, thoughts on potential big trades, the wide receivers and Torres answers your questions! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses Mark Pope's first big UK commit, as Amari Williams is headed to Lexington. Who is he and what's next for Big Blue?! Plus, Torres dives into Pope's hire of coaching legend Jason Hart. Finally, he wraps by Duke losing players left and right and hits on a major weekend in the portal, including Jeremy Roach committing, big news at Florida, Michigan, USC AND MORE! Mark Pope lands his first big commitment (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Mark Pope's first big commitment at Kentucky, as Amari Williams is headed to Lexington. Who is he? And what impact will he have with the Wildcats?! Torres also shares thoughts on Pope's quickly emerging coaching staff, including the addition of long-time USC assistant Jason Hart. Duke's losing players left and right (25:00): From there, Torres reacts to the big news of the weekend - as Duke has lost a total of seven players to the portal. Is this just normal for college hoops?! Or are things slowly starting to fall apart in Durham? Portal News and Notes (36:00): Finally, Torres hits on a wild weekend in the portal, where Jeremy Roach makes his decision, and Florida, USC, Michigan and more make big moves. He also answers questions on some of the best remaining available players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a MEGA Friday show for you, as Torres hits on a slew of major college hoops stories. Reed Sheppard declared for the NBA Draft - what's this mean for Mark Pope's rebuild? Plus, Louisville is making moves, Jerry Jones is dropping bags and Kenny Payne is following John Calipari to Arkansas. Finally, what do you need to know about 5-star Liam McNeeley's recruitment?! Reed Sheppard is headed to the NBA - what's it mean for Mark Pope's rebuild? (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Reed Sheppard's decision to go to the NBA - and what it could potentially mean for Mark Pope's rebuild at UK. Louisville makes moves, Jerry Jones drops bags and Kenny Payne is headed to Arkansas (16:00): From there, Torres talks a few different major topics in the world of college hoops. He explains why new Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey is quietly making moves, and a crazy story involving Jerry Jones and NIL. Plus, during the show news breaks that Kenny Payne is headed to Arkansas as an assistant - and Torres weighs in. Finally, an update on 5-star Liam McNeeley (): Finally, Torres wraps with an update on 5-star wing Liam McNeeley, one of the last available elite high school players. With a trip to UConn, are the Huskies the favorite? Also, both Kentucky and Arkansas are trying to sneak in - is it too late?! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses the next big moves for both Kentucky and Arkansas, in terms of recruiting, coaching, staff, portal and more. He shares some important portal updates as major players enter, and wraps on two non-college hoops notes: The crazy Jontay Porter gambling saga and Cormani McClain's sad departures from Colorado. What's next for Arkansas and Kentucky (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking about the two most fascinating programs in college hoops right now - Arkansas and Kentucky. Both have just one player committed - so who is next? We talk, updates on staff, recruiting, portal and more for Arkansas and Kentucky (19:00) Portal updates (41:00): From there, Torres talks about a crazy few days in the portal. Duke starting point guard Jeremy Roach is in, and Torres has a big update on Saint Mary's star Aidan Mahaney. Plus, UConn gets its first big commit. Some non college hoops news and notes (53:30): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing two mega stories outside of college hoops, as Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA for life - a move Torres supports. Also, the sad ending to the Cormani McClain era at Colorado - and why Torres supports Deion Sanders on this one. Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hassan Diarra joins the pod for the final time this season, discussing UConn's run to back-to-back titles, the Alabama and Purdue games, his big decision on next year - and also, did he ever believe the Dan Hurley-to-Kentucky rumors?! Follow our UConn specific Twitter page - @TorresOnUConn Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a bonus episode of the Aaron Torres Pod - Torres reacts to John Calipari snagging his first commit at Arkansas, as Zvonimir "Big Z" Ivisic will follow him to Fayetteville. What does he bring? And who will be next for Coach Cal? Plus, DJ Wagner enters the portal and Torres discusses the Kentucky vs. Arkansas battle that may be brewing - and why there's one school off the radar that Wagner should consider: John Calipari gets his first big commit at Arkansas - who's next?!: Torres opens the show by discussing John Calipari flipping his first big commit at Arkansas, as Zvonimir "Big Z" Ivisic is headed to Fayetteville. What will the Hogs get in Big Z? Why he's only scratching the surface of his potential - plus, who will be the next big commit from Calipari with the Hogs?! DJ Wagner is in the portal - what's his best option?: Next, Torres talks about former five-star and No. 1 ranked player DJ Wagner hitting the portal. Torres explains why Wagner is a misunderstood player, and due for a big bounce back in 2024-2025. Then Torres asks - should Wagner stay at Kentucky? Follow John Calipari to Arkansas? Or is there a surprise school that more people need to consider?! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to Mark Pope's electric first press conference, and why he is exactly what Kentucky needed in a new head coach. Also, what are his first steps as the UK head coach? Plus, Torres says there are two major takeaways from UConn's championship parade, plus he shares a weekend portal update on the big names who've entered, commits and MORE! Mark Pope CRUSHES his first press conference - what are his first responsibilities as UK head coach (2:00): Torres opens by discussing Mark Pope's ELECTRIC first press conference. Why he is the right man at the right time for BBN, and also, what are his big first steps. Torres talks recruiting, player retention and more! UConn championship parade takeaways (48:00): From there, Torres has a few quick thoughts on UConn's championship parade - including, Dan Hurley saying he'll never coach another college again, and one key player may be set for a return. Mega weekend transfer portal update (58:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking a mega transfer portal update, discussing several big names who entered, key visitors at UConn and a big commitment at Indiana. Is Mike Woodson about to get on a portal recruiting roll?! Get your "Hope in Pope" t-shirt HERE: https://www.aarontorresonline.com/product-page/hope-in-pope-ky-basketball-t-shirt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to the mega news of Thursday night, as Mark Pope is officially Kentucky's neew head coach. He shares thoughts, first reactions, who Mark Pope is, and his first orders of business - including, can he keep Reed Sheppard?! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this quick reaction, Torres discusses what Kentucky does next after Scott Drew says no to the Wildcats?! Is there a godfather offer for Dan Hurley? What about Billy Donovan?! What about the tier after? Torres dives into it all!  Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron Torres shares thoughts on John Calipari's introductory press conference - plus, what are his potential first steps as Hog head coach? Also, what is the latest on the Kentucky coaching search? Is Scott Drew the frontrunner? And do the Cats have ANY SHOT at Dan Hurley?! John Calipari introductory press conference (): Torres opens the show by talking about John Calipari's introductory press conference, why Calipari looks rejuvenated, and why his move was the best thing for all parties? Also, what are Cal's first steps from recruiting, to coaching staff, NIL and more?! Kentucky coaching search update (): From there, Torres shares thoughts on the Kentucky coaching search - is Scott Drew officially the favorite? And how good will he be? Also, a report comes out about a crazy Dan Hurley offer - will he listen?! Plus, thoughts on Bruce Pearl, Chris Beard and MORE! Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to the national championship, as UConn goes BACK TO BACK, and asks where do they rank all-time, what makes Dan Hurley special. Plus, a Kentucky coaching update! UConn goes back to back (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing UConn going back to back!!!!! He talks the game, when he knew Purdue was in trouble and why things went as planned. With the win, the question also has to be asked - where does this UConn team rank all-time?! What makes Dan Hurley so special (18:00)?! Next up Torres answers the question that everyone wants to know - what makes Dan Hurley such a special coach? Torres shares insight on Hurley from UConn's AD, assistant coaches and the people who know him best - as to what makes him one of one. Kentucky basketball coaching updates (31:00): Finally, Torres shares some VERY interesting Kentucky basketball coaching updates. Is Billy Donovan a real factor - and what has to be done to close the deal?! Plus, a couple big name coaches pull their names out of the mix, and Torres discusses what that means as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres previews the national title game - discussing from all angles, including the history on the line, Clingan vs. Edey and the one matchup no one is discussing. Then he makes his official national title pick! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Follow the show on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show a full TWO HOUR REACTION to John Calipari leaving Kentucky.- Wess Moore, the reporter who broke the story joins the show, then Torres talks who's next at Kentucky, which recruits follow Calipari to Arkansas AND MORE! Two hours of live coverage..... HERE!!!! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this late night edition of the Aaron Torres Pod, Torres reacts to the two national semifinal games and the title game we've all been waiting for Purdue-UConn. UConn pulls away late against Bama (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking about UConn-Bama! He opens with the single most impressive thing about UConn's win, the play of freshman Steph Castle and why this game again shows how tough it is to beat the Huskies. He also discusses why Bama is ahead of schedule and might just be a preseason favorite in 2024-2025. Purdue rolls through NC State (16:00): From there, Torres quickly reacts to Purdue running away from NC State, and Zach Edey's teammates stepping up big. Title game early thoughts (21:00): Finally, Torres shares his early thoughts on the national title game - and the one big advantage no one is talking about GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Torres talks Eric Musselman going to USC - and can Arkansas a big-name coach to replace him?! Plus, he previews the Final Four and asks - is UConn unbeatable? And if not, what's the path to beating them? He also talks Purdue-NC State and takes your questions. Eric Musselman officially to USC - what's next for the Hogs (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Eric Musselman officially accepting the USC job - and discussing what's next for the Hogs? Can they get the big name they will go after?! Is UConn unbeatable? (16:00) From there Torres previews the Final Four - he explains why it's insane to say UConn is unbeatable, then explains why Alabama might have the blueprint to beat them. Purdue-NC State (25:00): Finally he gives thoughts on Purdue-NC State, and answers your Final Four and coaching carousel questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to the news that Eric Musselman will interview at USC - is it done? And if so, what's next for Arkansas?! Plus, NCAA Tournament ratings are through the roof, squashing every narrative about college hoops in the process. And finally, Torres is joined by Vinny Bruno of FastModel Sports - an innovator in the portal space . Eric Musselman interviews at USC - is it done? Next for Arkansas (2:00)? Torres opens the show by reacting to the report that Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman is interviewing at USC Tuesday - is it done? And if so, who is next at Arkansas? NCAA Tourney ratings are through the roof + Torres creates a firestorm online (24:00): Next, Torres reacts to the news that NCAA Tournament ratings are through the roof - proving every narrative the media pushes on you about college hoops is false. Also, Torres inadvertently starts an online firestorm! FastModel Sports' Vinny Bruno joins the show (37:00): Finally, FastModel Sports' Vinny Bruno joins the show, to discuss cutting edge technology in the transfer portal. How does your favorite team's staff evaluate players in the portal and get the right fit?! FastModel Sports have the details. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT BracketFantatics is giving away $250 even if your bracket is busted! Find out - HERE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UConn guard Hassan Diarra joins the show for his weekly visit! The guys discuss Hassan's role in UConn's Elite Eight win over Illinois, what it's like to be on a 30-0 run, Dan Hurley's motivational tactics + Hassan previews the Final Four matchup with Alabama!  This episode is brought to you by Shea's Pizzeria and Sportsbar - the best place to watch UConn when the Huskies are on the road. Located at 103 Tolland Turnpike in Manchester, CT, Shea's - come for the food, stay for the fun! Check out Hassan's store: https://22threads.com/collections/hassan-diarra Join the Aaron Torres Pod BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FINAL FOUR IS SET, and Torres has full reaction! He has an honest conversation about Zach Edey and Purdue after beating Tennessee, then talks NC State's shocking run to the Final Four. Plus, the one takeaway from UConn's dominant win over Illinois, and Alabama is headed to the Final Four for the first time in school history!  Purdue wins in foul fest - how should we feel about the Boilermakers (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Purdue's win over Tennessee - and explains why we can both celebrate Purdue's journey to the Final Four, but also question some other things in how they got there! NC State's stunner over Duke (21:00): From there, Torres talks NC State's stunner over Duke, and all the single most shocking thing about the Wolf Pack's improbable tourney run! UConn's dominant Saturday + Bama's first Final Four (36:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking UConn's dominant win over Illinois, and how they have officially become the program that everyone in college hoops envies. Also, Bama makes its first Final Four. On the greatness of Nate Oats - and why the Tide have a chance against the Huskies Saturday. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to a WILD Sweet 16 Thursday, discussing UConn's dominance, Arizona falling apart, the UNC-Bama thriller, Iowa State-Illinois AND MORE!!! UConn's dominant victory over San Diego State (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the most impressive part of UConn's dominant victory over San Diego State - and explains why the Huskies' greatest gift isn't what you think it is. Arizona's disappointing night (16:30): From there, Torres reacts to Arizona falling apart against Clemson, and asks - who's to blame?! Also, why can't Arizona get over the hump in big tournament games?! UNC-Bama thriller, Iowa State-Illinois and a Friday preview (29:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing Bama's thrilling win over North Carolina, the Illinois-Iowa State final, and wraps by previewing Friday and answering your questions. Including - who is best built to beat UConn!? GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UConn's Hassan Diarra IS BACK: Talking UConn's Sweet 16 matchup with San Diego State, the Big East's tourney success, Donovan Clingan's dominance AND MORE! This episode is brought to you by Shea's Pizzeria and Sportsbar - the best place to watch UConn when the Huskies are on the road. Located at 103 Tolland Turnpike in Manchester, CT, Shea's - come for the food, stay for the fun! Check out Hassan's store: https://22threads.com/collections/hassan-diarra Join the Aaron Torres Pod BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to an insane few days in college hoops on this Wednesday edition of the show. John Calipari is officially coming back to Kentucky - what can we expect going forward? Louisville's search has reached a crossroads - is Richard Pitino set to be their next coach? Also, if Andy Enfield leaves USC is Eric Musselman in line in Los Angeles? Finally Torres shares his quick thoughts on all the Sweet 16 games: Calipari is back at Kentucky - now what (2:00)?: Torres opens the show by discussing the news that John Calipari is officially returning to Kentucky? Was there ever really a doubt - also, now that he is officially back, what can fans realistically expect?! Louisville's disastrous coaching search - is Richard Pitino getting the gig (18:00): From there, Torres talks about Louisville's disastrous coaching search - with the latest being that Richard Pitino might get the gig. Torres explains why this search was flawed from the beginning, and why there's only one person to blame for the mess. Will USC open - and who gets the gig (29:00): He also quickly talks about the rest of the coaching carousel dominoes. Andy Enfield will reportedly take the SMU gig - would Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman be interested in the gig with the Trojans?! Sweet 16 preview (40:00): Finally, Torres picks all the Sweet 16 matchups - sharing his thoughts on the big games, who wins and how it goes down! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a LOADED Monday show, Torres discusses the latest on John Calipari - and if Kentucky will really move on from him? Plus, where does Louisville go after they got spurned by Dusty May? Finally, a deep dive into an incredible first weekend, discussing if a tourney with no upsets is a good thing, big weekends for the ACC and Big East, Matt Painter's comments on the media and more!  The latest on John Calipari watch (3:00): Torres opens the show with the latest on John Calipari - as rumors pick up that he might not be back next year. Will Kentucky move on?! And what could go into the decision? Dusty May spurns Louisville - now what? (20:00): From there, Torres talks Dusty May spurning Louisville. He explains why this is the best thing possible for Louisville, and looks at an updated list of candidates. Also, why is Louisville AD Josh Heird refusing to pursue big-name candidates who clearly want the job?! Recapping an insane weekend of college hoops (32:00): Finally, Torres recaps an insane weekend of college hoops. He explains why having no upsets is actually good for the tournament, big weekends from the Big East and ACC + Matt Painter's comments on the media. Also, why he is most impressed by Arizona and intrigued by the Midwest region, where Purdue, Tennessee and Gonzaga will all play! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to Kentucky getting stunned by Oakland. Should this be the end of the Calipari era? Would he actually resign? Plus, who could be the next head coach? Plus, the rest of Day 1 of the NCAA Tournament!  Torres has your FULL REACTION! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show - Torres goes game-by-game, making his Final Four and national championship picks! Grab your pen and paper. Here's a full rundown: East Region Full Preview and Prediction (2:00) West Region Full Preview and Prediction (20:00) South Region Full Preview and Prediction (35:00) Midwest Region Full Preview and Prediction (48:00) Torres Final Four and national title pick (59:00) JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for another weekly visit with UConn guard Hassan Diarra! The guys talk UConn's Big East Tournament run, the emergence of star freshman Jaylin Stewart, winning Big East Sixth Man of the Year and the prep for the NCAA Tournament!  Check out Hassan's store: https://22threads.com/collections/hassan-diarra Join the Aaron Torres Pod BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a bracket and Torres has reaction! He tells you why it was a bad day for the committee and frustrating day for fans, before giving his first thoughts on all four regions in the bracket! Plus plans for a busy week of content on the show and YouTube!  What the committee got wrong (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the reveal of the bracket - and everything the committee got wrong. He explains the debacle of the Big East only getting three teams and misses across the bubble. First thoughts on all four regions: From there, Torres shares first thoughts all four regions, talking top seeds, potential upsets and more in the East (19:00), West (27:00), South (34:00) and Midwest (40:00). JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron talks about Kentucky, Tennessee and Arizona all losing - and who's loss is the most worrisome! Plus, with Tennessee and Arizona falling - did UNC lock in a No. 1 seed? Plus Houston rolls, a UConn-St. John's war and who will be the next head coach at Michigan after Juwan Howard is fired! Kentucky and Tennessee lose - who's loss is more concerning (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing two stunners at the SEC Tournament, as Tennessee and Kentucky both fall. Torres explains why they're both disappointing, what each team can learn, and which team should be more concerned following the loss?! Arizona loses too - did North Carolina clinch the final No. 1 seed? (18:00) Next, Torres reacts to more Friday hoops. A day after praising Arizona, they lose to Oregon. With Arizona and Tennessee losing - does that mean that North Carolina has clinched the fourth No. 1 seed?! The rest of a busy Friday + who will be the next head coach at Michigan (28:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing another crazy Champ Week day in college hoops. Houston rolls - are they actually underrated? Plus, a war between UConn and St. John's - are the Johnnies built to win a game or two in March? Finally, Torres discusses Juwan Howard being fired and who could potentially be the next Michigan head coach?! JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to a WILD Thursday night live from Circa Sportsbook in Las Vegas! He talks Duke losing to NC State - and if they've actually been overrated all season, plus Arizona rolls - are they actually still a title contender and UConn goes Godzilla mode. Finally Torres talks the big bubble winners and losers and coaching changes at Vanderbilt and DePaul! Duke loses to NC State (2:00) - Torres opens the show by talking Duke's loss to NC State. With one good win all season - have the Blue Devils actually been overrated all year?! Plus, a weird move from their social media team. Arizona and UConn roll (13:00): Next, Torres talks about the two most impressive teams of the day - Arizona and UConn. After seeing Arizona in person, Torres wonders if they are still good enough to win it all - and the one thing that could hold them back. Plus, UConn's insane second half run - and what would actually take to beat the Huskies this year. Bubble talk and coaching carousel (26:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by talking all the big bubble winners and losers, hitting on St. John's, Providence, Virginia and others, as well, as the losers like Wake Forest and Villanova. Then, he talks coaching changes at Vanderbilt and DePaul! JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a LIVE show from Stadium Swim in Vegas, as Torres talks about Kenny Payne being fired, and what's next at Louisville + who is the next West Virginia coach! Plus, Torres talks a crazy bubble Wednesday - talking all the big winners and losers from Wednesday! Louisville and West Virginia fire coaches - who's next (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kenny Payne being fired at Louisville and who's next for the Cards?! Also, West Virginia has fired its coach. Where will the Mountaineers turn?! A wild Wednesday on the bubble (23:00): Next, we talk bubble, as Torres talks Villanova surviving DePaul, and the biggest winners and losers from Wednesday's bubble talk! JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres opens with a major announcement - before making his picks for the SEC, Big East, ACC - and all the major conference tournaments! Plus, Morehead State head coach Preston Spradlin joins the show, to discuss the Eagles NCAA Tournament berth, coaching at the low major level + what do teams do with a week off after clinching a tourney bid?! Torres makes his conference tourney picks (2:00): Torres opens the show by making his conference tournament picks. He talks Big East, ACC, Big 12, SEC and more - who wins and how it goes down! Morehead State head coach Preston Spradlin joins the show (): From there, Torres welcomes Morehead State head coach Preston Spradlin to the show. The guys talk Morehead State's OVC title, coaching at a small school, and what does a team do with a week off after clinching a tourney bid?! JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a third week in a row - UConn guard is BACK! He's talking UConn's win over Providence, Dan Hurley's tech and previewing the Big East Tourney! This episode is brought to you by Shea's Pizzeria and Sportsbar - the best place to watch UConn when the Huskies are on the road. Located at 103 Tolland Turnpike in Manchester, CT, Shea's - come for the food, stay for the fun! Check out Hassan's store: https://22threads.com/collections/hassan-diarra Join the Aaron Torres Pod BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Torres reacts to an insane weekend - discussing the South Carolina-LSU women's brawl, Kyle Filipowski's trip (and why there wasn't more outrage) and Kentucky beating Tennessee. Then he is joined for a lengthy sit down with McNeese head coach Will Wade, as they talk about his LSU days, life at a small school and how his image has changed with his success this season. South Carolina-LSU brawl (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the South Carolina-LSU brawl, what happened, what's next, and why this is quickly becoming one of the best rivalries in all of sports Kyle Filipowski trip and Duke fans act crazy (17:00) From there, Torres takes a quick break before discussing chaos at Duke. The Blue Devils lost but the big story was Kyle Filipowski tripping a player and Duke fans throwing ice and water at UNC players. A week after there was national outrage over court storming, why does no one seem to care when Duke players and coaches are acting out of control! Kentucky beats Tennessee plus the rest of the weekend (37:00): Torres wraps his segment by talking Kentucky beating Tennessee, UConn and all the auto bids that have been clinched, in a wild weekend in college hoops. Will Wade joins the show (49:00): Finally, Torres is joined by McNeese State and former LSU head coach Will Wade for an in-depth, 40-minute interview. The guys discuss the LSU days, how the perception of him has changed + his team at McNeese. Plus he shares thoughts on NIL, why players should be able to transfer when they want and if the NCAA Tournament selection process is actually fair. JOIN THE AARON TORRES POD BRACKET CHALLENGE: Bracket Fanatics GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a loaded Friday show, Torres tells you the only eight teams that can win the college hoops national title and discusses a report that Louisville has a NEW leader for its next head coach. Plus, he previews a loaded weekend talking Duke-Carolina, Tennessee-Kentucky AND MORE! The only 8 teams that can win college hoops national championship (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the ONLY eight teams that he believes can win the college hoops national championship this year. Plus, the 2-3 elite teams that can't win and what's holding them back! Does Louisville basketball have a new favorite for their coaching job (27:00): Next, Torres, reacts to a report that there is a new favorite for Louisville's next head coach. Who is it? And how likely is it that he'd say yes? Previewing a LOADED weekend slate (40:00): Finally, Torres rips through a loaded weekend slate, talking Duke-Carolina, Kentucky-Tennessee and more! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Get your "March Is For Day Drinking" tee - HERE: https://www.aarontorresonline.com/merchandise?scrollToProduct=march-is-for-day-drinking-madness-t-shirt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres reacts to a WILD Wednesday night in college hoops. He discusses Tennessee clinching the SEC regular season title, Kentucky putting up 90 on an off night vs. Vandy and UConn winning at Marquette. Plus, he talks mid-majors, a major coaching piece of news and answers your questions! Here's a full rundown: Tennessee wins the SEC (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking about Tennessee's SEC regular season title, can they get a No. 1 seed, and the dumb reaction of one of the Vols' biggest haters. Kentucky rolls Vanderbilt (16:00): From there, Torres reacts to Kentucky rolling Vandy - and explains why the Wildcats scoring 93 on an "off-night" shows you just how dangerous this team can be. UConn beats Marquette + the rest of the night in college hoops (22:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing UConn's win over Marquette and why this team might just *now* be peaking at the back end of the year. Also, thoughts on the bubble, Will Wade has McNeese State rolling + a big piece of coaching carousel news. Get your "March Is For Day Drinking" tee - HERE: https://www.aarontorresonline.com/product-page/march-is-for-day-drinking-madness-t-shirt GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres opens the show by reacting to a report that said that Caitlin Clark has taken the women's game beyond men's college basketball. Is that true?! Then he reacts to Tuesday hoops - was he wrong on Purdue as they clinch a second straight Big Ten title? Then he talks Florida smacking Alabama, and if the Gators are a sneaky Final Four threat and the one team that deserves more respect nationally. Plus, he previews a LOADED Wednesday slate  Caitlin Clark and the women's game passed men's hoops? (2:00): Torres opens the show by reacting to one reporter who says that Caitlin Clark has helped women's college basketball pass the men's game - is it true? Torres dives in! Tuesday night college hoops and previewing Wednesday (17:00): From there Torres reacts to a loaded Tuesday night in college hoops. Purdue clinches a Big Ten title - is Torres ready to admit he was wrong on the Boilermakers? Plus, Florida crushes Bama - are the Gators a sleeper in March?! Also, the curious case of South Florida, which has lost one game in 2024 - but isn't even on the bubble, and a preview of a loaded Wednesday slate which includes Tennessee-South Carolina, UConn-Marquette and Vanderbilt-Kentucky and more (44:00)! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the second straight week, UConn guard Hassan Diarra visits the show! He talks the Huskies Big East clinching win on Sunday, what it was like to do it in front of the home fans, what's next and yes, the viral video of Dan Hurley showing up at the bar after the game!  This episode is brought to you by Shea's Pizzeria and Sportsbar - the best place to watch UConn when the Huskies are on the road. Located at 103 Tolland Turnpike in Manchester, CT, Shea's - come for the food, stay for the fun! This show is also brought to you by BetUS Sportsbook - GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres drops a Caleb Williams conspiracy theory after this week's combine - then switches gears to college hoops. Tennessee beats Bama and Torres explains why he's rooting for Rick Barnes this March. Plus, will Kentucky's defense cost them come tourney time? UConn wins the Big East, Gonzaga surging AND MORE!  Caleb Williams conspiracy theory (3:00): Torres opens the show by dropping a Caleb Williams conspiracy theory coming out of the NFL Combine - and explains why he doesn't believe Williams will end up a Chicago Bear. Tennessee beats Bama - is this finally the Vols year? (17:00): From there, Torres talks the big game of the weekend - as Tennessee beats Alabama in Tuscaloosa. Torres asks if this is finally the Vols year, and why he's rooting for Rick Barnes in march! Kentucky wins - but will their defense cost them in March (28:00): From there talks the rest of college hoops. Kentucky puts up 111 on Arkansas, but will their defense cost them in March? Plus, did Gonzaga punch its ticket and UConn wins the Big East title - Torres talks about the hidden impact for the Huskies. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron wonders why Tennessee star Dalton Knecht isn't getting more National Player of the Year love - and explains why it's more likely than you think that Kentucky star Reed Sheppard returns for another year of school. Plus, he previews a loaded weekend and wraps with America's favorite podcast segment "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" Why isn't Dalton Knecht getting more National Player of the Year love (2:00): Torres opens the show by asking a simple question - after Tennessee star Dalton Knecht dropped another 39 points in another Vol win Wednesday, why isn't he getting more National Player of the Year love? Could Reed Sheppard return to Kentucky for another season (16:00): From there, Torres switches gears and asks a simple question: With NIL money through the roof, could Kentucky star Reed Sheppard consider returning for another season? It sounds crazy - but Torres explains why it's maybe more likely than you think! Previewing a loaded weekend + "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong": Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing a loaded weekend of college hoops, as Tennessee visits Bama, Kansas goes to Baylor, Creighton hosts Marquette and more (28:00). Plus, Torres plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" discussing his best and worst takes of the week (44:00)! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks about the big Bronny James NBA Draft conversation - and explains who is to blame for his plummet in the rankings. Then he gets to a wild night college hoops where Kentucky wins at the buzzer and Kansas falls at BYU. Finally, he previews an insane Wednesday night, highlighted by Auburn-Tennessee and a half a dozen games with MAJOR bubble implications. Bronny James draft narrative - and who is REALLY to blame for his struggles (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the story of Bronny James plunging draft stock - and explains why Bronny shouldn't be blamed for his fall, but instead LeBron James himself and ESPN for creating unrealistic expectations. Kentucky wins at the buzzer highlighting an insane night of college hoops (20:00): From there, Torres talks about Kentucky's buzzer beating win at Mississippi State, Reed Sheppard's historic performance and if Kentucky really is built for a Final Four run after all. Plus, Kansas falls again, Houston rolls and Indiana shocks Wisconsin. Wednesday preview (39:00): Then he previews Wednesday night, including a huge Auburn-Tennessee game and several bubble implications. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this bonus podcast, Torres welcomes UConn guard Hassan Diarra to discuss another incredible season for the Huskies! Can UConn go back-to-back? Differences between this year and last year? How they bounced back from the loss to Creighton, Dan Hurley, lessons from UConn legends and much, MUCH more GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron reacts to the Duke court storming drama - and asks a simple question: Can court storming actually be stopped? Plus, a busy college hoops weekend - as Kentucky beats Bama, Tristen Newton's triple double + Torres has a gripe with the NET. Finally, Eric Bienemy is headed to UCLA and Torres has thoughts! Duke/court storming drama - can court storming actually be stopped (2:00): Torres opens with the Duke court storming drama - and asks the question: Everyone complains, but can court storming actually be stopped?! Kentucky beats Bama, UConn bounces back, a NET gripe + the rest of the weekend in college hoops (15:00): From there, Torres reacts to a busy weekend in college hoops. Kentucky bounces back - and Torres believes they might have turned a corner this time. Plus, UConn bounces back, are we underrating Houston + Torres has a gripe with the NET! Eric Bienemy heads to UCLA (40:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with the surprising story that Eric Bienemy is headed to UCLA. What it means for UCLA, but also the ripple effects of what it means for Bienemy as well. Plus, Torres takes your questions! GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks about a bizarre story - are the powers of college football ready to ALREADY expand the playoff? Plus, we learned more details about the EA Sports college football game, Torres discusses Johnny Manziel's interview with Shannon Sharpe and previews Nova-UConn, Arizona-Kentucky and the rest of the weekend ahead. Finally he plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." Are we about to expand the playoff AGAIN (2:00): On today's show Aaron discusses reports that the powers that be in college football already want to expand the playoff from 12 to 14 - and Torres explains why this is just the tip of the iceberg? Also, are we headed towards a world where the college football regular season is irrelevant and like college hoops it becomes all about the postseason?! Weekend college hoops preview (18:00): From there, Torres looks ahead to the weekend in college hoops, talking Alabama-Kentucky, Villanova-UConn, Houston-Baylor the rest of a loaded slate. Last Call + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (34:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with "Last Call" hitting on new details emerging on EA Sports College football game, and also Johnny Manziel's interview with Shannon Sharpe. Finally, he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" hitting on his best and worst takes of the week! We have a NEW PARTNER - as the Aaron Torres Pod is working with BetUS Sportsbook for the remainder of the season. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres has another IMMEDIATE college hoops reaction, opening with Kentucky's stunning buzzer beater loss to LSU - as one big problem has RE-EMERGED for UK. Plus, is Mike Woodson creeping toward the hot seat at Indiana as the Hoosiers season is free falling? And finally, Torres talks the Florida-Bama thriller, a busy Wednesday night + he takes your questions! Kentucky stunned at the buzzer (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky's stunning loss at the buzzer to LSU. He also explained why one MAJOR problem has popped up again for these Cats! Mike Woodson on the hot seat (17:00): Next, Torres switches gears and talks another frustrating Indiana loss. The Hoosiers are falling apart and Indiana fans are getting restless. With a dynamic young coach itching to take the IU job - is Indiana ready to make a move on Mike F***ing Woodson? The rest of a busy college hoops Wednesday (26:00): Torres reacts to the rest of the college hoops Wednesday, talking the Florida-Bama overtime thriller, other big games + he takes your questions! We have a NEW PARTNER - as the Aaron Torres Pod is working with BetUS Sportsbook for the remainder of the season. GET A 125% SIGN-UP BONUS WITH BETUS HERE: https://bit.ly/AaronTorres125SU3xYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres dives deep into Tuesday college hoops - talking UConn's stunning loss to Creighton. Is there any reason to panic for Husky fans? Plus, the good and the bad of the bubble with several big games. From there, Aaron takes your questions and wraps by previewing two big games on Thursday, Florida-Alabama and Kentucky-LSU. UConn stunned by Creighton (3:00): Torres opens the show by talking UConn's shocking loss to Creighton. Did we learn anything about the Huskies that should have us worried?! Bubble mania (14:00): From there, Torres rips through bubble implications from Tuesday's college hoops. He discusses the strange Texas A&M Aggies, who have wins over Tennessee and Kentucky - but also lost to Arkansas at home on Tuesday night. Did their bubble burst? Plus, more bubble talk from around the country and Torres answers some questions from the YouTube live chat. Previewing Wednesday's big games (30:00): Finally, Torres wraps by previewing the two marquee games in college hoops on Wednesday - as Florida travels to Alabama - is there any chance for an upset? And can Kentucky keep rolling against LSU?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron looks back on a LOADED college hoops weekend - UConn stomps a Top 5 Marquette team, and can anyone beat the Huskies? Purdue loses - are they headed for more March disappointment? Plus, Kentucky stuns Auburn on the road - have they turned the corner? Finally, Torres wraps with a special guest, as the director of the new Amazon Documentary "Giannis" joins the show: UConn's historic win + Purdue takes brutal loss (2:00): Torres opens the show discussing a tale of two weekends for the top two teams in college hoops. UConn puts forth a historic beatdown of Marquette - what will it take to actually beat the Huskies this year?! Meanwhile - Purdue lost to a bad Ohio State team. Just a bad day - or another sign of March disappointment to come?! Kentucky stuns Auburn (27:00): From there, Torres talks a stunner on the Plains as Kentucky beats Auburn at Auburn. Is this just a one-off victory for the Wildcats? Or have they turned a corner? Plus, other results from the day, including another dominant win for Bama. Director Kristen Lappas joins the show (45:00): Finally, Torres is joined by a special guest - as Kristen Lappas, the director of "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey" which debuts on Amazon Prime on Monday joins the show. They discuss the documentary, what it was like to be embedded with Giannis and his family, and the story of one of the most unique athletes on the planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres asks - who's No. 3 in college hoops behind UConn and Purdue? Torres says there's an obvious answer. Then he previews a loaded weekend including Top 25 matchups between Marquette-UConn and Kentucky-Auburn. Finally he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment, "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" hitting on his best and worst takes of the week! Who's No. 3 in college hoops (2:00)?!: Torres opens the show by asking: Behind UConn and Purdue, who's No. 3 in college hoops? He says there's a simple and obvious answer! Previewing a busy college hoops weekend (16:00): From there, Torres previews a BIG weekend in college hoops, including a Top 5 matchup between Marquette and UConn and a Top 25 showdown with Kentucky traveling to Auburn. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (34:00): Finally, Torres wraps with America's favorite podcast segment - "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres drops his second bonus pod of the week, discussing the surprise move of Ohio State firing head coach Chris Holtmann - Torres explains why this is a better job than people realize, and run through the big candidates who could be next in Columbus!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses a report that says NCAA Tournament expansion is coming - and what it could look like. Also, some updates on the College Football expanded playoff. Then he talks about a big night of college hoops, as Kentucky gets a needed win and North Carolina loses. He also asks - is UConn's insane title defense not getting enough credit? Finally he hits "Last Call" discussing UCLA's new football coach and a report that Florida football is broke!  NCAA Tournament expansion coming (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a report that the NCAA Tournament is set to expand! What could it look like and why this is unavoidable. Also, an interesting new twist on the new 12-team College Football Playoff as well. Tuesday night college hoops + should UConn be getting more credit (17:00): From there, Torres reacts to a big Tuesday of college hoops - as Kentucky gets a much-needed win and Carolina takes a brutal loss. What does it mean for each? He also discusses if UConn should be getting more credit, as they sit atop the polls and in good position to actually defend their national championship! Last Call (40:00): Finally, he gets to some odds and ends in "Last Call" hitting on UCLA's new football coach, a milestone for Michigan's title team + is Florida football's NIL broke?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron shares Super Bowl thoughts, then asks the question: If John Calipari somehow wasn't back at Kentucky next year, who are realistic replacements? Finally he wraps with a busy weekend in college football, as Chip Kelly leaves for Ohio State and Alabama's offensive coordinator leaves for the NFL. Super Bowl thoughts (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking Super Bowl, if San Francisco made a mistake taking the ball first in OT, and if the Chiefs didn't lose this year - will anyone else have a chance going forward?! Who could (one day) replace John Calipari (20:00): Next up, Torres has a follow up on Saturday's bonus podcast - where he reacted to Kentucky's loss to Gonzaga. The Calipari era is again flat-lining, with a third straight home loss - and Torres asks: If John Calipari somehow stepped aside after the season, who are realistic candidates - and who aren't? College football odds and ends (41:00): Finally Torres wraps the show with a few college hoops odds and ends, discussing Chip Kelly leaving for Ohio State and what it means for the Buckeyes. Also, Alabama's offensive coordinator goes to the NFL - is it a big deal?! If you missed Saturday's BONUS EPISODE reacting to Kentucky-Gonzaga - click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Super Bowl Sunday coming - Torres drops a quick, bonus pod reacting to Kentucky suffering a historic third straight loss at Rupp Arena, this time to Gonzaga. With the loss, and UK's disastrous mistakes down the stretch, and another lost season - is it officially time for John Calipari to step aside at UK?! Torres breaks it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres makes his Super Bowl pick, talks Nick Saban going to College Gameday, discusses an officiating crisis in the SEC, previews Gonzaga-Kentucky and plays "Aaron Right, Aaron" hitting on his best and worst takes of the week: Torres makes his Super Bowl pick (2:00): Torres opens by sharing his thoughts on the Super Bowl and making his Super Bowl pick. Nick Saban joins College Gameday (13:00): From there he discusses Nick Saban to College Gameday, explains why he likes the move, and wonders - who will be on set with him?! And who will (hopefully) be let go?! SEC basketball officiating crisis + Gonzaga-Kentucky preview (21:00): Next Aaron hits on college hoops - discussing a debacle in the Alabama-Auburn game, where a total of 85 foul shots were taken. What can the league do to fix this? Also, he previews the big game of the weekend - as Gonzaga travels to Kentucky (33:00). Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (38:00): Finally, he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment, Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong - sharing his best and worst takes of the week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses the excitement for a Vegas Super Bowl and what's REALLY going on with Chip Kelly - before turning to Tuesday night college hoops. He discusses Carolina's loss, UConn and Kentucky's big wins + two prominent programs who could be looking for new head coaches this spring. Also, he rips around the rest of the major stories in sports, including a new NIL power emerging and more! Vegas Super Bowl + Chip Kelly rumors (2:00): Torres opens the show by sharing one quick thought on the Super Bowl being held in Las Vegas, before turning to all the wild Chip Kelly rumors. Why is he REALLY trying to get out of UCLA? The answer is more complicated than you think. Tuesday night college hoops (19:30): From there, Torres switches gears and reacts to Tuesday college hoops. North Carolina loses to Clemson - is that more about Clemson or Carolina?! Kansas lost again on Monday - is it time to panic and UConn and Kentucky roll. Plus, are two major Big Ten programs both going to be looking for new head coaches at the same time?! A new segment!!!! (40:00): Finally Torres drops a new segment to wrap the show. He hits on all the little news in sports, including Steven Belichick coming to college football, a new NIL power emerging and the NFL making a surprise decision. Plus, you won't believe who made a surprise appearance in Tuscaloosa on Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron opens with a story from the weekend that may be proof that the NCAA is about to collapse. Plus, he hits on a WILD weekend of college hoops as Kentucky takes another disastrous loss, is Tennessee a title contender + UConn and UNC roll!  Death of the NCAA? (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a very interesting story - as it appears as though the NCAA is on the verge of collapse. Torres explains, as well as what the next iteration of college sports may look like. Tennessee destroys Kentucky, UConn and UNC roll + the rest of a WILD weekend in college hoops (20:00): From there, Torres takes a quick break and reacts to an INSANE weekend of college hoops. Tennessee destroys Kentucky. Just how broken are the Wildcats - and the one big problem they face that NO ONE is talking about. Plus, is Tennessee a contender? Then he talks UConn dominating St. John's and UNC dominating Duke and asks - are these the two best teams in college hoops right now?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses the realistic candidates for Louisville's next head coach and previews a loaded weekend of college hoops. Plus, a concerning problem for college football and "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." College football's new concern (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a new concern for college football, after a head coach leaves for an NFL coordinator position - is this a sign that the best coaches are leaving college football? Or just the reality of the new world?! Who should be Louisville's coach previewing a LOADED weekend of college hoops (13:00): From there, Torres turns his attention to college hoops. With Louisville basketball on the verge of opening, he discusses who he would hire as the next head coach. Also, who are realistic candidates and who aren't? Also, he previews a loaded weekend of college hoops which includes Duke-Carolina, Tennessee-Kentucky, UConn-St. John's and more (23:00)! Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (37:00): Finally, Torres wraps the week giving his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a little bonus Aaron Torres Pod - as Aaron does immediate reaction to a wild Wednesday in college hoops. Kentucky fell at home to Florida - how worried should fans be? Plus, Purdue is bailed out by the refs in an unspeakable way. Finally, UConn survives, Arkansas wins and how many SEC teams make the Big Dance?! Here's a quick rundown Kentucky loses - how worried should fans be (2:00) - Torres opens the show by discussing Kentucky's overtime home loss to Florida. It was a game the Wildcats should have had - but they fall anyway. Time to panic? Or life in the SEC? Also, how good is Florida? And why can't UK ever stay healthy?! Purdue is bailed out by the refs, how many SEC teams make the NCAA Tournament and UConn survives a sloppy game against Providence - From there, Torres reacts to the rest of the night in college hoops. Purdue shot an insane 38 more foul shots than their opponent as they escape, and you know Torres has thoughts (12:00). Plus, Arkansas gets a win, Georgia has an all-time meltdown + how many SEC teams make the NCAA Tournament (23:00). Finally, UConn survives an ugly game against Providence to get the win (27:00)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres discusses a NEW investigation of Tennessee football by the NCAA - does it have warrant? He also discusses Tuesday night college hoops, UNC and Tennessee losing - and explains why 2024 is the year the portal has flattened the playing field in college hoops. Finally, Torres is joined by Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl to discuss the loaded SEC, the Tigers recent skid and the state of college hoops as a whole. A new Tennessee football investigation (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing yet another NCAA investigation into Tennessee football - what happened? And is it the NCAA, not Tennessee that's crossing the line? Tuesday night college hoops (19:00): From there, Torres reacts to Tuesday night college hoops - as North Carolina and Tennessee both fall. Plus, Torres explains how NIL and the portal have created parity in the sport like nothing we've ever seen before. Bruce Pearl joins the show (35:00)!: Finally, Torres is joined by Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl, to discuss the loaded SEC, his struggling Auburn Tigers and how they get back on track - plus, his thoughts on the state of college hoops in 2024! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron shares thoughts on the two wild, conference title games, including: Did Dan Campbell cost the Lions a trip to the Super Bowl? Then, he rips through a wild weekend in college hoops, explaining why he can't quit Arizona, Kentucky rallying at Arkansas and the wild scene in Arkansas. Plus, is Dan Hurley already the best coach in college hoops?! NFC/AFC title game reaction (2:00): Torres opens the show by sharing thoughts on the two conference championship games. Did Dan Campbell cost the Lions a trip to the Super Bowl with his big fourth down call? Plus, why it's time to stop talking about "rivals" with Patrick Mahomes. Also, a quick thought on the upcoming Super Bowl. Whipping through college hoops (19:30): From there, Torres reacts to a crazy weekend in college hoops, talking about the crazy scene in Providence, Kentucky rallying at Arkansas and why he just can't quit Arizona. Also, Torres is asked: Is Dan Hurley already the best coach in college basketball and shares his thoughts (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres shares his thoughts on Jim Harbaugh officially leaving for the Chargers, why he's excited for Harbaugh in the NFL and what's next at Michigan. From there, he discusses the WILD Kayshon Boutte/gambling story and wraps the show with a weekend preview, giving his AFC/NFC title game picks as well as his thoughts on a busy weekend in college hoops.  Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers + what's next at Michigan (2:00): Torres opens by discussing the news that Jim Harbaugh is officially headed to the NFL. He explains why he's sad for college football, but also excited to see Harbaugh try and turn the Chargers around. Also, why this news isn't surprising - and finally, what should Michigan do next? Hire Sherrone Moore? Or look outside the program?! Crazy Kayshon Boutte gambling story (18:00): From there, did you see the crazy Kayshon Boutte gambling story? The former LSU star placed over 8,000 bets at both LSU and the NFL - and Torres has a LOT of thoughts. Weekend look ahead (28:00): Finally, Torres wraps with his weekend preview. He makes picks on the AFC and NFC championship games and shares some thoughts on college basketball, including a very intriguing Big East game - and will Kentucky bounce back at Arkansas?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron updates his "Too Early Top 25" after all the chaos of the last few weeks, then switches to college hoops. Kentucky gets smoked - is it time to panic, plus the rest of the night in college hoops. Plus, DePaul started off the carousel - who will be their next coach? Torres has some thoughts!  An updated College Football Top 25 - after the chaos of the off-season (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing shakeups in college football's "Way Too Early Top 25" after two weeks of the off-season. There's a new No. 1 + how does Nick Saban's retirement impact Bama's ranking? Plus, all the other big moves up and down! Torres dives in! DePaul fires its coach to start the hoops carousel - who's next?! (23:00): From there, Torres reacts to the news that DePaul has fired coach Tony Stubblefield. The first job is open - and Torres has the scoop on who's next! Kentucky gets smoked + the rest of Tuesday night in college hoops (36:00): Finally, Torres reacts to Kentucky getting destroyed by South Carolina - how worried should Wildcats fans be? Plus, his thoughts on the rest of a busy Monday and Tuesday in the sport! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres rips across the sports world, talking about ANOTHER meltdown by the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City, "Big Z's" INSANE debut for Kentucky and Ohio State crushing the portal. Plus, Arizona football keeps its stars, Florida football gets more bad news and a WILD weekend in college hoops. Buffalo Bills melt down again vs. KC (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the game of the weekend in the NFL - as Buffalo melted down again against Kansas City. Why do we keep believing in Buffalo when they keep letting us down?! Ohio State crushes the portal, Florida football sanctions, Arizona keeps its stars (14:00): From there, Torres gets to a busy weekend in football as well. Ohio State continues to CRUSH the portal, as two more stars sign up, and Florida football gets hit with an NCAA investigation -but is that the worst thing?! Plus, Arizona stars spurn their former head coach and return to Tucson - are the Wildcats favorites in the new Big 12 next year?! Big Z headlines a WILD weekend in college hoops (39:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by talking a wild weekend in college hoops. He does a deep dive into "Big Z" taking the floor for Kentucky, his wild debut and what it means for UK? Plus, Kansas and Duke lose, and the Big East rolls. Plus, a key star makes a surprising return to the court! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron discusses Bama football getting crushed by the portal - and can the Tide stop it? Plus, college hoops: Can UConn actually repeat, what the heck is going on with Kentucky star recruit "Big Z" Zvonimir Ivisic and Rodney Terry's "Horns Down" comments. Finally, we play "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong." Here's a full rundown: Bama football is getting crushed by the portal (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Bama football getting crushed by the portal, with several players leaving - including two superstars. How worried should Bama fans be? Plus, Torres shares some quick thoughts on the Cowboys bringing back coach Mike McCarthy. College hoops - Can UConn go back-to-back + what the heck is going on with star Kentucky recruit Zvonimir Ivisic (18:00): From there, Torres shares some college hoops thoughts. Can UConn actually go back-to-back, after yet another dominant win on Wednesday? Plus, what the heck is going on with star freshman Zvonimir Ivisic? Torres has the latest. Finally, what the heck to make of Texas coach Rodney Terry complaining about the "Horns down" sign, following another loss for the Longhorns?! Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (41:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with America's favorite podcast segment "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" hitting on his best and worst takes in college football, college hoops - and the biggest NFL topic he's been wrong on in years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses a new twist on Jim Harbaugh - could he potentially return to Michigan? Plus, Torres discusses a new head coach at Arizona and Kalen Deboer's staff coming together at Bama. Plus, he discuses the three teams he believes are the best in college hoops right now + Tuesday nights results across the country. A new twist in the Jim Harbaugh/NFL rumors - is he returning to Michigan?! (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a new twist in the Jim Harbaugh/NFL rumors. Harbaugh has interviewed for a couple jobs - but a new clause in his Michigan contract may convince him to return to Ann Arbor. Torres has the details. Arizona has a new football coach + Kalen Deboer puts together a monster staff (17:00): From there, Torres discusses Arizona settling on a coach to replace Jedd Fisch + Kalen Deboer putting together a monster first staff at Alabama. Is it already the best in college football? The three best teams in college hoops right now + Tuesday night results (36:00): Finally Torres wraps with his assessment of college hoops - as we approach the midway point of the season. He discusses the three best teams in the country at the midway point of the year + why others have fallen off. Also, he recaps a wild Tuesday night in the sport, hitting on all the big results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses the debacle with the Dallas Cowboys, why its time to fire Mike McCarthy and the one man who can save them. Plus, he shares thoughts on Kalen Deboer heading to Alabama and also, what to make of Jedd Fisch's suprising decision to leave Arizona to Washington. Dallas Cowboys debacle (and the one coach who can save them (2:00): Torres opens the show with a rare NFL take - as he had to hit on the Cowboys debacle against the Packers. What went wrong? Is Mike McCarthy the guy? And if not, the one name who should absolutely replace him. Kalen Deboer to Alabama (14:00): From there, Torres shares his thoughts on Kalen Deboer officially becoming Alabama's next head coach. Torres explains why he likes the move and why talks of his "fit" are overrated? Also, what to make of Deboer's opening press conference - and what's next now that he's officially at Bama?! Jedd Fisch leaves Arizona for Washington (29:00): From there, Torres wraps by discussing the shocker on Sunday - as Washington found Deboer's replacement in Arizona coach Jedd Fisch. How did this happen? Is Fisch making a mistake bailing on the Wildcats? What does Arizona do from here? And also, why this hire is a bigger picture conversation on big trend in college football - that no one is discussing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks the latest wildest twists in the Bama coaching search + Nick Saban explains why it was time to step away. Finally, he talks the craziest college hoops week in years, as No. 1, 2, 3 and 5 all lost this week! Nick Saban speaks (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Nick Saban talking retirement. Torres discusses Saban's comments about his first day of retirement and what's next and explains why Saban is WAY different than most people make him out to be. Also, is there any parallel between Saban and Bill Belichick and Pete Carool, who are all in their 70's and all of out jobs this week?! The latest in the Alabama coaching search (18:00): Next up, Torres talks about the latest in the Alabama coaching search. He discusses the one coach who said no - and the handful of names that seem to be emerging as the legitimate candidates to replace Saban! Wildest college hoops week of the season (32:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing the wildest week of college hoops of the season. No. 1 Purdue, No. 2 Houston, No. 3 Kansas and No. 5 Tennessee all lose - who is Torres most worried about?! Plus, what to make of UConn, Kentucky and Carolina, who all picked up big wins?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron reacts to the shocking news that Nick Saban will retire! We break down his legacy, why he decided to do it now, and most importantly... who will be NEXT at Bama?! Torres' initial reaction (2:00) Why did he decide to do it now (6:00)? What's his legacy (10:00)? Who will replace Nick Saban (16:00) Plus, just overall thoughts on the greatest coach to ever live + your questions (30:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron has immediate reaction to Michigan's national championship win over Washington! What went right (and wrong) for the Wolverines + why Michigan proved to be a worthy national champion. Plus, what's next for Harbaugh, is his legacy cemented at the school + Torres takes your questions live on air!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks title game: Should there be an asterisk if Michigan wins + what factors weigh into Harbaugh's future. Then he looks at a crazy weekend of college hoops where Kentucky picked up a signature road win, UNC looks its best in years, controversy in Lawrence, Auburn stomps Arkansas and much, much more! Jim Harbaugh's future after the title game + should there be an asterisk next to a Michigan title: After making his national title pick on Friday's show, Torres shares big picture thoughts on Monday's title game. Should sign stealing allegations put an asterisk next to a Michigan title? Plus, what factors will weigh in on whether Jim Harbaugh stays or goes to the NFL?! Kentucky, UNC big wins + controversy at Kansas headline a wild weekend in college hoops: From there, Torres talks college hoops, discussing impressive road wins for Kentucky and UNC + another controversial victory for Kansas at Phog Allen. Plus, St. Johns and UConn roll in the Big East and what's wrong with Arkansas after getting embarrassed by Auburn at home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Torres makes his title game pick between MIchigan and Washington and shares a wild portal story. Plus, Ohio State has another QB - is this one actually the guy? And he wraps by previewing a mega weekend in college hoops! Torres makes his title game pick: Torres opens by making his title game pick, and sharing his thoughts on Michigan-Washington, who will and how it will go down. The craziest portal story yet + Ohio State finally has its QB (17:00): Next up, Torres shares the wildest portal story we've seen so far - plus, Ohio State adds *another* QB out of the portal. Is this one the one who will actually fix Ryan Day's squad?! College hoops weekend preview (35:00): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing all the big games in college hoops this weekend, including big showdowns in the SEC, ACC, Big East and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron answers mailbag questions, discussing Michigan star JJ McCarthy calling out Ohio State and would Georgia have won it all if they were in the playoff? Plus, Rick Pitino and Dan Hurley go at it and is Kentucky basketball headed for another historic draft night?! Here's a full rundown: JJ McCarthy calls out Ohio State (2:00): Torres opens by discussing Michigan star JJ McCarthy calling out Ohio State for sign stealing - and explains what he thinks the comments REALLY means about Michigan and Ohio State. He also discusses internet chatter about if Georgia would've actually won it all if they'd made the playoff - and why it's a flawed conversation to begin with (18:00). Pitino vs. Hurley + Kentucky's potentially historic draft class (28:00): Next, he switches to college hoops where he discusses this week's public dust-up between Dan Hurley and Rick Pitino and also discusses if Kentucky is headed towards a potentially historic NBA Draft class this spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron does a full deep dive into both insane semifinals - talking Bama-Michigan and Washington-Texas, talking all the big storylines from both games. Plus, an early look at Washington-Michigan for the championship! Michigan-Bama (1:30): Torres opens the show talking Michigan-Bama, and why this game encapsulated both team's seasons. What to make of the Wolverines sloppy - but incredible win - and the coaching job Nick Saban did with this Alabama squad. Washington-Texas (17:30): From there, Torres recaps Washington-Texas. Did Michael Penix have the best ever College Football Playoff performance, and should Kalen Deboer *already* be considered one of the top coaches in the sport?! Plus, a first look at the Michigan-Washington national championship a week from now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this bonus pod, Torres shares quick reaction to Ohio State's embarrassing loss to Missouri - as Ryan Day loses another big game and frustration grows in Buckeye land! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final show of 2023, Aaron gives his final thoughts on the 2023 College Football Playoff and who wins and how. He also asks - can bowl season be saved (and does it need to be?!). Then, NBC analyst and former Ohio State Buckeye Joshua Perry joins the show to talk Ohio State, Michigan, Jim Harbaugh's future and more, and we wrap with Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong. College Football Playoff final thoughts (2:00): Torres opens by the show by giving his final thoughts on the College Football Playoff - and why his opinion has changed on one of the two big games. Also, he explains why everyone is looking at non-playoff bowl games wrong, and why no, bowl season does not need to be "saved." NBC Analyst Joshua Perry joins the show (25:00): Next up, Aaron is joined by NBC analyst and former Ohio State Buckeye Joshua Perry to break down all the big games. He explains just how crushing a bowl game loss would be for Ryan Day at Ohio State, and gives new perspective on Jim Harbaugh and the NFL. Plus, are we all looking at Michigan-Ohio State wrong and he shares funny Urban Meyer stories. Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (1:02:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with America's favorite podcast segment "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" revealing his best and worst takes of 2023! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this post-holiday edition of the Aaron Torres Pod - Torres previews and makes his picks on the two College Football Playoff games: Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas, plus previews the Orange Bowl (Georgia-FSU), Cotton Bowl (Missouri-Ohio State), Peach, Alamo bowls and more! Michigan vs. Alabama - Rose Bowl (2:00) Texas vs. Washington - Sugar Bowl (13:00) Florida State vs. Georgia - Orange Bowl (25:00) Ohio State vs. Missouri - Cotton Bowl (35:00) Ole Miss vs. Penn State - Peach Bowl (44:00) Arizona vs. Oklahoma - Alamo Bowl (53:00) Plus, all the other big bowl games (59:00) KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode, Basketball Hall of Famer Jim Calhoun discusses his career at UConn, what he thinks of the current team, comparisons to Dan Hurley, recruiting Ray Allen, Kemba Walker and how he nearly got Kevin Durant to UConn AND MORE!!! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres opens the show the show by reacting to a crazy signing day, including a disastrous day for Florida, and all the big winners and losers of the day. Plus, what's going on with 5-star Jordan Seaton - who might not sign with Colorado after all? Then from there he switches to college hoops, where he talks Mick Cronin's lame NIL comments, UConn losing its first Big East game and a busy week in college hoops. Here's a full rundown: National Signing Day recap and reaction (2:00): Torres opens the show by sharing National Signing Day recap and reaction. He discusses the debacle at Florida, where the Gators' class fell from No. 3 to No. 15 - and just how bad have things gotten for Billy Napier. Plus thoughts on the big winners and losers, plus - what the heck is going on at Colorado, where five-star Jordan Seaton might not be signing with Deion Sanders after all? Mick Cronin's lame NIL comments, UConn loses + the rest of a busy weekend in college hoops: From there, Torres reacts to a busy week in college hoops. He opens with Mick Cronin complaining about UCLA's NIL and explains why its so lame, before switching to the rest of the week in the sport. UConn lost its Big East opener, continuing a BAD trend for the Huskies, while UNC bounces back from their loss to Kentucky and Duke rolls. Plus, is Memphis actually underrated after destroying Virginia earlier in the week?! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a busy National Signing Day show - Torres whips around college football. He discusses chaos at USC, which has lost several high profile players in the portal? What's going on and how blame should USC get?! Plus, Nebraska officially landed the top QB in America - what does it mean for the Huskers? Plus, a full National Signing Day preview talking about the big players, potential flips and everything you need to know!  What's going on at USC (2:00): Torres opens the show by asking the question - what the heck is going on at USC?! A five-star quarterback has transferred out, plus several key defensive players. Has Lincoln Riley completely lost control of this program?! The top QB is headed to Nebraska + the rest of all the big Signing Day stories (17:00): From there, Torres reacts to the huge piece of news of the week - as Dylan Raiola, the No. 1 QB in HS football has flipped from Georgia to Nebraska! Why it's both surprising and not surprising, and what does it mean for Nebraska going forward?! Also, he looks at all the big stories heading into National Signing Day Wednesday, including big flips, potential players changing teams and much, MUCH more. KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses Georgia football - which keeps losing players to the portal. Is it time to panic for Dawgs fans? Plus a quick update on what happened in the portal this weekend. Then he turns his attention to Kentucky's mega win over UNC - and the one lesson we learned about the Cats, plus Purdue-Arizona, UConn-Gonzaga and more! Is Georgia football falling apart (2:00): Torres opens the show discussing a wild few days with Georgia football. The Dawgs have now lost 18 players to the portal, and their top recruit visited Nebraska this weekend - is it time to panic for Kirby Smart?! Portal updates from the weekend (15:00): From there, Torres updates some big portal moves from the weekend, including Auburn makes moves, Lane Kiffin revamping his roster, more work from Coach Prime and Colorado + much, much more. Kentucky beats Carolina and the rest of a WILD weekend in college hoops (29:00): From there, Torres talks about Kentucky beating North Carolina - and the one thing we learned about the Cats in the process. Also, Torres shares his thoughts on Purdue beating Arizona, UConn smacking Gonzaga and more (44:00)! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron shares takeaways from the SEC schedule drop this week, then discusses Louisville basketball's meltdown this week. He previews a mega weekend on the court before welcoming in Intersport's Mark Starsiak to discuss how the games comes together. Finally, it's a WILD edition of Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong: SEC football schedule release (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Wednesday's SEC schedule takeaways. Why divisions hurt Georgia and help Bama, plus why Billy Napier is screwed at Florida. Also, who has it tougher - Texas or Oklahoma?! And could Arkansas lose enough early where Bobby Petrino ends up as interim?! Louisville basketball disaster + a preview of a LOADED weekend (21:00): Next up, Torres talks about Louisville's meltdown - the worst parts, and who could one day replace Kenny Payne. Plus, he previews Gonzaga-UConn, Purdue-Arizona, Indiana-Kansas and Kentucky-UNC (35:00). Intersport's Mark Starsiak joins (48:00): Next, Torres welcomes his buddy Mark Starsiak from Intersport. Intersport is the promoter of big games like Kentucky-Carolina and UConn-Gonzaga - how do these games come together?! Mark has your answer! Finally, Torres wraps the show with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" discussing Draymond Green, Patrick Mahomes and the one college football coach he was dead wrong on (1:05:00) KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres reacts to the news that the No. 1 QB recruit in America may flip to... NEBRASKA?! Plus, some big portal updates and he reads angry tweets from angry Purdue fans and loser media members after he criticized Zach Edey on Monday's show. Is the No. 1 recruit in America about to flip to Nebraska (2:00): Torres opens the show with a discussion on if the No. 1 recruit in America, Dylan Raiola is about to flip from Georgia and commit to Nebraska. He shares the history, what it would mean for Nebraska and Matt Rhule and if it could actually happen! Big college football transfer portal updates (17:00): From there, Torres switches gears and hits on some of the marquee portal updates from the last couple days. The quarterback carousel is spinning - and we know where some big names will end up. Ole Miss, Kentucky and others make their moves. Plus, will Coach Prime's rebuilt o-line actually work at Colorado?! Tweets from angry Purdue fans and loser media members (34:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by sharing an update from Monday. After questioning whether Purdue star Zach Edey gets a beneficial whistle - he heard from thousands of Purdue fans. He reads the craziest tweets and calls out the losers and keyboard warriors in the media who are wrong on this topic. KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres talks a crazy college hoops weekend, including, does Zach Edey get preferential treatment, Arizona's dominance and Kentucky coming into form. Plus, was there REALLY controversy with the Heisman and Torres shares major updates from college football's transfer portal. Also, a quick thought on baseball's $700 million man! Here's a full rundown: Baseball's $700 million man, Heisman controversy + all the updates in college football's transfer portal: Torres had to share some quick thoughts on the insane $700 million/ Ohtani contract (2:00), before getting to some college football news. Was there REALLY controversy with Jayden Daniels winning the Heisman or was it manufactured (9:00)? Plus, updates from the portal with big weekends from Oregon, A&M, Colorado and more A DEEP dive into a wild weekend in college hoops (31:00): From there, Torres does a deep dive into college hoops from the weekend. Does Zach Edey get preferential treatment, after another foul-filled Purdue win?! Arizona is No. 1 - and this is the most impressive thing about them. Plus, Kentucky gets a great game out of Aaron Bradshaw - what is their ceiling with him in the lineup?! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses whether Marvin Harrison Jr., could actually come back for another game - and if Jim Harbaugh is ready to stay at Michigan long-term. Then he breaks down Deion getting another major commit - and if it'll be enough to improve Colorado next year. Finally he plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" with his best and worst takes of the college football season. Could Marvin Harrison Jr. actually come back for another year + Jim Harbaugh set for an extension?: Torres opens the show by discussing a report that Marvin Harrison Jr. could come back for another season at Ohio State. Torres explains why it might just happen. Also, Jim Harbaugh is ready to sign an extension - with one catch. Will it happen?! Deion Sanders gets another mega-recruiting win - who's next?!: Next up, Torres talks about Deion Sanders' shocking recruiting win - getting the commitment from the top offensive lineman in high school football, Jordan Seaton. What impact does this have on Colorado? And who is the next big player to end up at Colorado?! Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong: Finally, we have a special "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" hitting on Torres' best and worst takes of the college football season. He discusses his playoff hits and misses, and the one team that totally exceeded his expectations. Also, why he was dead wrong about the Heisman race - but also right at the same time. Torres explains! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses some crazy after the college football transfer portal opened, and a Texas A&M star dropping some wild comments on the NIL situation in Aggieland. Plus, he discusses a busy Tuesday in college hoops with UConn smacking UNC and Michigan State and Villanova losing again. Here is a full rundown: All the wild updates after one day in the college football transfer portal (2:00): Torres starts, by discussing all the wild updates after the CFB transfer portal has been open for just one day. Included are updates on star QB's Dillon Gabriel, Riley Leonard, Brock Vandagriff, Dante Moore and Kyle McCord. Shocking Texas A&M/NIL comments (21:00): Next up Torres discusses a wild story out of Texas A&M, where star wide receiver Evan Stewart made some shocking comments about NIL. But while many perceived the comments to mean one thing - Torres says they meant something completely different. UConn-UNC and the rest of Tuesday night college hoops (37:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing a busy Tuesday night in college hoops. UConn bounced back from their loss at Kansas with a big win over North Carolina - and Torres says there's one big takeaway for the Huskies. Plus, thoughts on Illinois-FAU and more losses for Villanova and Michigan State. KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a bonus pod! The college football transfer portal opened and some BIG names entered on Monday. Who are the big names to know, and where could they end up?! Torres dives in, discussing like Ohio State's Kyle McCord, Oklahoma's Dillon Gabriel and more. Plus, a bonus segment breaking down the recruitment of Washington State star Cam Ward, who already has a final list of schools (22-minute mark). KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres opens by reacting to the College Football Playoff committee's stunning decision to take Alabama and leave Florida State out of the playoff. Did the committee get it right? Then, Torres breaks down his first trip to Phog Allen Fieldhouse and his thoughts on UConn-Kansas, plus the rest of a crazy weekend in college hoops, where Duke, Kentucky, Purdue and Villanova were all stunned. College Football Playoff committee chooses Bama over Florida State - did they get it right?! (2:00) Torres opens the show by discussing the committee's stunning decision to take Alabama for the final playoff spot over Florida State. Did they get it right? Torres breaks down the debate from all angles - and says there is one very simple answer. Torres recaps his first trip to Phog Allen Fieldhouse + the rest of a wild weekend of college hoops: Next, Torres wraps the show by sharing his thoughts on his first trip to Phog Allen Fieldhouse, as Kansas survived UConn on Friday night (21:00). From there, he rips through the rest of a wild weekend in college football where Duke, Kentucky, Purdue and Villanova all took stunning losses. Will Arizona be the new No. 1 come Monday (36:00)?! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron makes his conference title game picks and discusses how the portal is ALREADY getting crazy in college football. Plus, he plays America's favorite podcast game "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Conference championship game preview and picks (2:00): Torres opens the show by sharing his picks on all the conference title games. Who wins the SEC showdown between Georgia and Bama and how about in the Pac-12 between Oregon and Washington? Plus, thoughts on the Big Ten, Big 12 and ACC title games! College football portal is ALREADY on fire (21:00): Next up, Torres discuss major moves already being made in the transfer portal. A former five-star is in the portal, as is a potential first round QB. Plus, the other big names who've entered! Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (36:00): Finally, Torres wraps by giving his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Torres shares thoughts on Arkansas' big win over Duke - and an inside look at his trip to Fayetteville and Bud Walton Arena! Included: Thoughts on the Hogs' big win, their ceiling, is Duke even good + his thoughts on his first trip to Bud Walton Arena! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses the playoff committee sending a very loud message - and what it means for the final four, and Bobby Petrino returning to Arkansas. Then he talks college hoops, speaking on Kentucky's dominant win and previews of Duke-Arkansas and UNC-Tennessee. Finally, an NBA play-in tournament hot take to end the show. The Playoff committee sends a loud message (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the College Football Playoff committee sending a loud message on Tuesday night. Plus, Bobby Petrino is back at Arkansas, as college football officially goes crazy. Kentucky dominates Miami + previewing Duke-Arkansas and Tennessee-UNC (20:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing Kentucky's dominant win over Miami - and if this proves the Wildcats are a legit title threat. Plus, his thoughts on Tennessee-UNC and Duke-Arkansas, a game he'll be at live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got ourselves a mega episode on the final Monday of the college football season, as Torres discusses a wild weekend in College Station - what happened with the Mark Stoops/Texas A&M stuff + why Torres thinks Mike Elko is a great hire for A&M. Plus, thoughts on Michigan-Ohio State, the Iron Bowl and all the crazy playoff scenarios heading into the final week of the season. Mark Stoops/A&M Drama + A&M hires Mike Elko (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Texas A&M's decision to hire Mike Elko - and why he is the perfect fit for Aggieland after the disappointing Jimbo Fisher era. Plus, Torres dives deep into all the Mark Stoops drama from the weekend, why it went wrong and why it all worked out for the best that Stoops is still in Lexington. Michigan-Ohio State reaction (22:00): From there, Torres reacts to a third straight win from Michigan over Ohio State. The Buckeyes appear lost and Torres wonders how much of that falls on Ryan Day. Are we sure he's the right coach for the gig? Plus, why Jim Harbaugh would be crazy to go to the NFL given the current landscape of the Big Ten. Iron Bowl + the playoff picture heading into conference championship weekend (42:00): Finally, reaction to the rest of the weekend in college football. Aaron discusses a classic Iron Bowl win, Jalen Milroe becoming a legend, and why Auburn is quietly showing signs of improvement under Hugh Freeze. Plus, a quick look at the conference title games - and what happens to the playoff picture if all the favorites win this weekend?! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron makes his preview and picks on all the big Thanksgiving college football games including Ohio State-Michigan, the Iron Bowl and more. Plus, Feast Week hoops thoughts on the Maui Invitational and UConn's dominant win at the Empire Classic. Ohio State-Michigan, Iron Bowl + the rest of Aaron's rivalry week picks (2:00): Torres opens by sharing his preview and picks on why Michigan wins even without Jim Harbaugh, the Iron Bowl and the rest of his rivalry week picks. Games included: Oregon State-Oregon, Kentucky-Louisville, Texas A&M-LSU and more Feast Week reaction (26:00): Next up is Feast Week reaction to all the big news across college basketball. Including Marquette knocking off Kansas, and if Kansas is overrated, Purdue's foul fest vs. Tennessee and is Gonzaga underrated. Plus, can UConn go back-to-back after dominating the Empire Classic in New York. KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres opens the show by discussing chaos scenarios for the College Football Playoff - and the one team that is most likely to get screwed. Plus, USC is broken - can Lincoln Riley fix it? We have a VERY interesting A&M coaching update, plus thoughts on Arkansas, UCLA, Syracuse and more. Finally, a full Feast Week preview, talking Maui, Battle 4 Atlantis and more! College Football Playoff chaos coming (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking chaos scenarios for the College Football Playoff. What if all five leagues finish with an undefeated or one-loss champ - who ends up getting screwed?! USC is broken - can Lincoln Riley fix them (14:00): Next up, Torres talks the debacle with USC, which lost to UCLA to fall to 7-5 overall. With their season done and Caleb Williams gone, what is the actual fix for USC? And is Lincoln Riley the man to get it done?! Texas A&M update + the rest of the coaching carousel (26:00): From there, Torres talks the coaching carousel. He has some interesting updates on Texas A&M, and whether they really plan to pursue a marquee name. Plus, Arkansas will keep Sam Pittman, but is it a good idea and the rest of the carousel news and notes (42:00). Feast Week preview (49:00): Finally, Torres wraps with a "Feast Week" preview, giving a preview and picks on the Maui Invitational, Battle 4 Atlantis and more. Plus, thoughts on UConn's impressive win over Indiana on Sunday and the rest of the week ahead in college hoops. KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses the next big move on the college football coaching carousel and Michigan settling with the Big Ten - and why the pressure is now on... Ohio State?! Plus, he plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" and Rich Rodriguez joins the show! Here's a full rundown: Michigan settles with the Big Ten - now the pressure's on... Ohio State?! (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Michigan's decision not to fight the Big Ten's three-game suspension of Jim Harbaugh. Also, is all the pressure now on... Ohio State?! Torres explains. What's the next big news on the college football coaching carousel (15:00): From there, Torres discusses the next big moves on the college football coaching carousel. He discusses the Chip Kelly/UCLA report - and why he's not sure it's accurate. Plus, has a decision already been made on Arkansas' Sam Pittman?! Plus thoughts on a few other major gigs. Rich Rodriguez joins the show (34:00): Next, Aaron is welcomed by Jacksonville State head coach Rich Rodriguez. The guys discuss his work taking JSU from the FCS to the FBS, whether JSU should be bowl eligible and Rich Rod answers the question of what he's learned through the years and if he appreciates the wins more as time has gone on. Finally, the show wraps with another edition of "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" as he discusses the one college football coach he was dead right on, the one he was wrong on, and what to make of Kentucky and Duke basketball after the Champions Classic. Plus, the one NBA star he nailed from the beginning (51:00)! KENTUCKY - Sports betting has come to your state! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app - bet $5 on any game and get $150 in free bets when you use the code "TORRES" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices