Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

On today's show, Aaron previews the national title game and welcomes Georgia legend Aaron Murray to the show to discuss UGA-TCU. Plus, is Bama the best team in college hoops and why John Calipari might really leave UK for Texas if offered the job National title game preview (3:00): Aaron opens the show with a national title game preview, giving keys to TCU-Georgia, before making his pick. Aaron Murray previews Georgia-TCU (21:00): From there, Aaron is joined by Georgia legend Aaron Murray to discuss Monday night's big game. Aaron explains what it's been like to see Georgia elevate to the best program in the sport, what makes Kirby Smart special and also, why he believes this is just the beginning of the "Georgia dynasty." Is Alabama the best team in college hoops (35:30): From there, Torres looks at the weekend in college hoops. He explains why he thinks Alabama is the best team in college hoops right now, before quickly hitting on another Indiana loss, UConn snapping its win streak and more. Why John Cal

It's all an hoops show, as Aaron reacts to Chris Beard's firing, wonders if he'll ever coach in college basketball again and explains why the Texas could attract some big name candidates. Plus, a VERY interesting update on the Rick Pitino/St. John's conversation from a few days ago. Here's a full rundown: Chris Beard fired - will he ever coach again? (5:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the news that Chris Beard was fired. He discusses whether Beard will ever coach college basketball again, and if Texas basketball can rebound and meet expectations this year. Who's next at Texas? (23:00): From there, Aaron goes through the list of candidates who could end up at Texas. He explains why the job is better than most realize, and might even be better since Beard took over two years ago. Who are the candidates? And the one national championship winning coach who might say yes to the job. Finally, on the last episode, Aaron explained why St. John's needs to fire Mike Anderson and pursue Rick Pitino - and he h

Aaron opens the show sharing quick thoughts on the awful Damar Hamlin situation before turning his attention to the rest of the sports world as a whole. Jim Harbaugh is flirting with the NFL and it feels like he could go this time, plus the week in college hoops. Purdue and UConn lose - also in the midst of another disappointing season, should St. John's consider Rick Pitino. Damar Hamlin thoughts (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the awful Damar Hamlin news and sharing his thoughts. Jim Harbaugh to the NFL (14:30): Next, Aaron shifts to Jim Harbaugh, where there are now multiple reports that he is seriously considering a return to the NFL. Aaron explains why this time feels different, and why it really feels like he may have coached his last game at Michigan. College hoops notes - including, should St. John's pursue Rick Pitino? (33:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing college hoops. In the midst of another disappointing season, Aaron explains why Rick Pitino is the only man who can s

On today's show, Aaron shares his thoughts on the two College Football Playoff semifinals, and what Saturday meant for Ohio State, Georgia, TCU and Michigan. Here's your full recap: Georgia vs. Ohio State reaction: Aaron opens by discussing the Georgia-Ohio State classic, and why even in defeat, Ohio State, Ryan Day and CJ Stroud showed him more than expected. Michigan vs. TCU and the rest of the big bowl games: From there, Aaron discusses another classic, TCU-Michigan. Why there's one big positive for Michigan football despite the loss, and why TCU is *already* one of the best stories in recent college football history. Also, he shares quick thoughts on Clemson's Orange Bowl loss, Alabama's dominating win in the Sugar Bowl and more Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 on any college football game and get $250 - all courtesy of Betfred. Also, make sure to join the Aaron Torres Pod NFL Pick 'Em!!! Free to enter with a $1,000 cash prize + winners every week! C

On today's show, Aaron previews the College Football Playoff and the other major bowl games, before looking back on Wednesday's college hoops slate. He discusses a Kentucky meltdown, sharing reaction from fans, plus shares his thoughts on the rest of the evening's games. Here's a full rundown: College Football Playoff + bowl preview: Aaron opens the show by sharing his thoughts on the two College Football Playoff semifinals and making his picks. He also shares quick thoughts on the other major bowl games this weekend. Kentucky melts down + the rest of the college hoops week that was: From there, Aaron switches gears and talks a loaded Wednesday college hoops slate. He discusses yet another embarrassing game from Kentucky, reading listener e-mails and DM's about the performance. Then he wraps by talking Villanova-UConn, Arkansas-LSU and more. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook - join Aaron at Betfred's Ohio Sports Betting launch in Ohio by CLICKING HERE!!!! Also, ma

With conference play ramping up this week, Aaron catches you up on what you need to know - sharing his No. 1 team, national title contenders, biggest disappointments and more. Then, author Steven Rivera discusses his new book on Lute Olson, the state of Arizona hoops and more. Here's the full rundown: College Hoops Reset Part I: Who's No. 1 + other title contenders (3:00): Aaron opens the show with the first of two parts in his college hoops reset. He tells you the three teams he believe have a case for "best team in college hoops" then lists off the other teams that he thinks are good enough to win it all. College Hoops Reset Part II: Bad blue bloods, SEC rising, Big East falling and more (23:00): From there, Aaron goes through Part II of his college hoops reset, discussing how concerned we should be about Duke, UNC, Kentucky and Villanova. He then talks about the surprising depth in the SEC, and a disappointing year so far for the Big East, and if Villanova, Creighton and others can be fixed. Author Stev

It's a pre-Christmas edition as Aaron discusses National Signing Day in college football, chatting about Alabama's historic class, and the biggest winners and losers of Signing Day as well. Finally, he plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing his best and worst takes of 2022!  National Signing Day reaction - Bama's historic class + winners and losers: Aaron opens the show by discussing college football's National Signing Day. He explains why this is maybe Nick Saban's most impressive effort yet (6:00) and also picks the winners and losers of Signing Day, including a big day for Auburn and Oregon and another disastrous afternoon for Ohio State and Ryan Day (18:00). Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong - best and worst of 2022 edition (28:30): Finally, Aaron wraps by playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing his best and worst takes of 2022. Included - picking both national title contenders a season ago, but why he was dead wrong heading into 2023. Also, the worst college football prediction maybe ever! Today's s

On today's show, Aaron discusses some crazy Drake Maye NIL rumors and why Kentucky just got the steal of the transfer portal, Devin Leary. He then previews National Signing Day, including UCLA stealing a star. Finally, he welcomes sports attorney and NIL expert to discuss NIL, and separate fact from fiction. Drake Maye NIL rumors (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the crazy rumor that UNC quarterback Drake Maye was offered $5 million in NIL. He explains why he believes it could've happened and wonders why some schools and players are treated differently when discussing NIL. Devin Leary commits to Kentucky + National Signing Day Preview (17:00): From there, Aaron discusses Kentucky getting the star of the portal, former NC State quarterback Devin Leary. What does it mean for UK and what is their ceiling next year? He also discusses UCLA flipping five-star QB Dante Moore and previews all the big stories heading into National Signing Day Lawyer and NIL expert Luke Fedlam joins the show (31:00): Finall

On today's show, Aaron discusses Kentucky's meltdown vs. UCLA and why it's time to ask tough questions about John Calipari. He also chats about the rest of the weekend slate including Gonzaga-Bama, Tennessee-Arizona, UNC-Ohio State and more. Finally, he wraps by discussing another frustrating moment for Ohio State football over the weekend. Kentucky basketball melts down vs. UCLA (3:00): Aaron opens teh show by discussing Kentucky melting down against UCLA. After the Wildcats take yet another big loss to a good opponent, is it time to say that John Calipari isn't the right man for the UK job? The rest of the weekend slate: From there, Aaron discusses the rest of the college hoops weekend, chatting about Gonzaga's impressive win over Alabama, Arizona beating Tennessee + UNC-Ohio State, Indiana-Kansas and Virginia-Houston. Ohio State takes more brutal news: Finally, some college football as Ohio State loses a commitment from one of the best players in high school football - as Aaron wonders if Ryan Day is re

Torres opens the show with a major announcement, before explaining why Arizona basketball was largely exonerated with this week's NCAA ruling. From there he talks about the big stories of the week in college hoops including Louisville's first win, Memphis playing tough at Alabama and what's wrong with Creighton, before previewing the weekend ahead. Finally, we wrap with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" Mega announcement + Arizona basketball NCAA ruling: Aaron opens the show with a mega announcement and how you can hang with AT New Year's Day (2:00) before transitioning to Arizona hoops. The Wildcats got their ruling and were largely unpunished - and Aaron explains why that was the totally right decision (5:00). College hoops week recap and look ahead (21:00): From there, Aaron recaps college hoops this week, discussing Louisville's first win of the season, why he was impressed with Memphis in a loss, UCLA's win and what's wrong with Creighton. Then he discusses a loaded weekend, including Kentukcy-UCLA, Alabama-G