Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

It's a loaded pre-Memorial Day weekend edition of the Aaron Torres Pod. Aaron opens by discussing the biggest winners from the college hoops transfer portal, including Arkansas, UConn, LSU, Providence and another SEC school who stood out. Then he hits "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing the NBA Playoffs, Jon Gruden, Golden State Warriors, Arch Manning and more Biggest winners in college hoops transfer portal (3:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the biggest winners in college hoops' transfer portal. He hits on all the big moves from Arkansas, UConn, LSU and more, plus hits on the teams who added one key piece like Kansas, Gonzaga and Kentucky. Also, what this year's portal cycle taught us about the present and future of college hoops. Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (33:00): Next up we end the week with America's favorite segment, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." He discusses the Golden State Warriors, Jon Gruden's NFL lawsuit and also a bit on Colin Kaepernick. Then it's discussing DJ Wagner,

On today's show, Aaron discusses the SEC considering an "SEC only" college football playoff and the news that Louisville has hired Milt Wagner, the grandfather of the No. 1 high school player in America - does that mean he's a lock for Louisville and what does it mean for Kentucky? Plus, mailbag questions on most overrated/underrated NBA Draft prospects, a potential Arkansas-Memphis game + college baseball picks! SEC only college football playoff? Aaron opens the show by reacting to an ESPN report that the SEC could stage its own playoff. Aaron explains why he doesn't buy that story - but why it speaks to something else going on in college football no one is talking about. Plus, what will SEC schedules look like once Texas and Oklahoma join the league? Louisville hires Milt Wagner, grandfather of top high school player: Next up, Aaron hits on the report that Louisville has hired Milt Wagner, the grandfather of the No. 1 high school player in America, DJ Wagner. Does that guarantee DJ is going to Louisville?

We have a loaded show, as Aaron discusses the fallout from Jimbo vs. Saban - and if Nick Saban is protected by the media like Coach K. From there, he talks a twist in Arch Manning's development and where he should go. Plus, some college hoops news as Indiana gets mega news (and might be the Big Ten favorite), plus news on a key transfer Jimbo vs. Saban fallout: Aaron opens the show by sharing some updated thoughts on the Jimbo vs. Saban fallout. Including - is Saban unfairly protected by the media? Torres discusses. Arch Manning recruitment heats up: From there, Aaron hits on an update on one of the most highly-touted recruits in recent history, Arch Manning, who announced three visits for June. Aaron breaks down the three schools, is anyone else involved and why only one of the three actually makes sense for his college football future. Indiana gets huge college hoops news + could one transfer alter college hoops in 2023?: Finally, we wrap with a little college hoops news. Indiana got big news on Trayce J

We have a WILD Friday show, as Aaron breaks down the Jimbo Fisher vs. Nick Saban spat from all angles. Who was right? Who was wrong? And what Nick Saban could've done differently. Plus, we play "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing the Jordan Addison, Shaedon Sharpe, the draft lottery and a star college football coach who needs more love: Breaking down Nick Saban vs. Jimbo Fisher from all angles (2:00): The meat of today's show is all things Jimbo Fisher vs. Nick Saban. Aaron gives the background, explains why he thinks this is the rare time Nick Saban looks bad and explains why both Jimbo and Saban have more in common than people realize. Also, why Nick Saban's points on NIL are important - but absolutely could've been handled differently. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong (25:30): We wrap the show by playing America's favorite game - "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" hitting on several topics from across college football. We discuss Jordan Addison's commitment, Shaedon Sharpe's suc

Aaron opens Wednesday's show discussing his reaction to the NBA Draft lottery - and who he would take No. 1. Then he hits on Jordan Addison and his best landing spot, between USC, Texas and Alabama. Finally, he answers mailbag questions, including the five most underrated college hoops towns, if its "Final Four or bust" at Arkansas, and could Urban Meyer one day replace Steve Sarkisian at Texas? NBA Draft Lottery reaction: Aaron opens the show, with some quick reaction to the NBA Draft lottery. He explains why the Magic can't screw up this pick, the one top prospect he isn't sold on, and the one top player with major boom/bust potential. Also, he explains why it seems clear who the No. 1 pick in the draft should be. Best landing spot for Jordan Addison?: Next up, Aaron hits on the recruitment of star transfer wide receiver Jordan Addison. It appears as though Addison is down to Texas, USC and Alabama - and Aaron shares his thoughts on the three schools, and which school he would recommend to Addison, if he

We have a loaded Monday show, as Aaron shares quick thoughts on the two NBA Game 7's - and also, a sad end to the burgeoning friendship between him and JJ Redick. What went wrong! Also, thoughts on the NFL schedule release and the biggest "stay or go" NBA Draft decisions! Game 7's reaction + Torres breaks JJ Redick (2:30): Aaron opens the show by sharing quick reactions to the pair of NBA Game 7's on Sunday. Then he discusses the latest twist in his friendship with JJ Redick - as Redick blocked him on Sunday, because he was mad at Aaron for bringing up the tweet that he sent months ago. Thoughts on the NFL schedule (21:00): From there, Aaron continues - and after spending the weekend reviewing everything, he shares his thoughts on the NFL schedule release. He explains why the NFL is officially taking over Christmas Day, why the Chiefs are doomed to underachieve and why one of the NFL's worst teams in destined for success. Also, what the schedule tells us about Tom Brady's future - and are we about to get to

It's a spooky Friday the 13th episode of the Aaron Torres, as Aaron reacts to Scott Satterfield accusing Nick Saban of tampering, as well as Tennessee landing five-star Julian Phillips. Then he rips through the best transfers left in the portal and discusses where they could land, and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Here's a full rundown: Nick Saban vs. Scott Satterfield tampering allegations (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the accusations by Louisville head coach Scott Satterfield that Nick Saban was tampering with star wide receiver Tyler Harrell. Aaron gives the one reason why it's ridiculous to believe that Saban actually tampered with Satterfield's player Tennessee lands a five-star (15:30): Next, Aaron discusses Tennessee landing five-star wing Julian Phillips, and explains what it means for Rick Barnes in his quest to drop the "Never delivers in March" moniker. Best transfers available - and their likely landing spots (24:30): Aaron stays with college hoops, discussi

On today's show, Aaron explains why Tom Brady's mega-TV deal isn't as surprising as you think, and on Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, ranks the Top 5 coaches in college hoops history. Then he hits a mailbag, discussing Mike Leach's crazy playoff tweet, Kentucky recruiting, NIL and more. Here's a full rundown: Tom Brady's mega-TV contract (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the news of Tom Brady's mega, $375 million contract to broadcast games for FOX. Aaron explains why the money isn't as crazy as you think, and why Brady could end up worth every penny. The Top 5 coaches in college hoops history: On Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, Aaron rips through his list of college hoops greatest coaches. He explains why Calhoun is higher than you think, Dean Smith is lower and what about Coach K? Aaron's definitive list is here. Mailbag on Mike Leach's tweet, NIL, Kentucky recruiting and more: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by hitting a mailbag segment. He answers your questions, on whether Nick Saban and Kirby Smart

It's a jam-packed Friday show, as Aaron discusses whether Lincoln Riley and USC have become college football's newest villain, and how would Emoni Bates fit in at Louisville? Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong," discussing the NFL Draft, Ben Simmons and the NFL making a big move. Also, Aaron shares his story from Tuesday's Dave Chappelle comedy show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron welcomes sports law expert Dan Lust to discuss the future of the NCAA, and what to make of the current NIL and transfer portal rules. Plus he discusses Baylor Schierman's commitment Creighton and why it's NOT NIL related. How to fix college sports with sports law expert Dan Lust (2:00): Aaron opens the show by bringing on sports law expert Dan Lust to ask the question: Can college sports be saved? The guys discuss the state of NIL, why the transfer portal needs to be tweaked - and are we headed towards a future where college athletes are paid employees of the university?Star transfer Baylor Scheierman commits (46:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing the commitment of star transfer Baylor Scheierman. He explains what it means to Creighton and why NIL was NOT the deciding factor - despite reports that say otherwise!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron recaps the NFL Draft and explains what the draft can tell us about college football programs like Georgia, Texas, Alabama and more. He also discusses the messy Jordan Addison/USC situation, Kentucky losing a star assistant coach to Duke and Auburn picking up a key portal addition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded show as Aaron reacts to the NFL Draft, gives his winners and losers and explains why the AJ Brown trade is a sea change moment in the NFL. He discusses a wild story of boosters gone wild and NIL gone bad at Miami, discusses Antonio Reeves commit to Kentucky and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" NFL Draft edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded show as Aaron talks Mark Emmert's unexpected departure and how he would change college sports. Plus one quick NBA thought, Jay Wright's strange comments about coaching in the NBA and Aaron's five biggest winners in the portal so far. Here is a full rundown:Mark Emmert out as NCAA President (2:00): Aaron opens the show with reaction to the shocking news of NCAA President Mark Emmert retiring in 2023. Aaron discusses why change is needed, why anyone will be better than Emmert, and the three things he'd change if he was in charge of the NCAA. One NBA Playoff thought (18:00): From there, Aaron shares one quick NBA playoff thought. He explains why he rarely talks NBA on the show, but why the Nets losing this week (after the Lakers missed the playoffs) is good for the sport. Also he shares some thoughts on the one superstar he feels bad for, and why "old is new" in the league right now.Jay Wright to the NBA (36:00): Next, Aaron talks about Jay Wright's strange comments about potentially coaching in th

Aaron has a LOAED show, discussing Caleb Love's return to UNC - does that make the Tar Heels No. 1 going into next season? Plus, he gives his full updated "Too Early Top 25" sharing the big risers and fallers and finally shares his "five biggest storylines in this year's NFL Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron has full reaction to Jay Wright's shocking retirement, then discusses Oscar Tshiebwe's return to Kentucky and a busy week at UCLA, where three key players made decisions. He wraps by discussing the bizarre, sketchy recruitment of Shaedon Sharpe - the No. 1 prospect who enrolled at Kentucky but never played Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron grades all the big college hoops coaching hires, discusses big transfer news and Mike F***ing Woodson getting another big commit. Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking Kyrie, Baker Mayfield, Emoni Bates and Nick Saban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron wonders why another spring football league - the USFL - has launched after all others have failed, before discussing Emoni Bates decision to transfer. Then he hits on the fascinating recruitment of DJ Wagner, where Kentucky was in control... but now Louisville may have taken the lead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban taking a shot at college sports' leadership and what Armando Bacot's return means for UNC. Also, a transfer portal update, discussing UConn, Kentucky's quiet few weeks and one surprise SEC school's successNick Saban criticizes college sports' leadership (2:00): On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban's pointed comment about the present and future of college sports. Aaron explains why Saban is right, discusses the unintended consequences of no limits on NIL and also, what will college sports look like five years from nowWhat does Armando Bacot's return mean for UNC (17:00): Next up, he goes to the college hoops world, where UNC got huge news, as star forward Armando Bacot returns. Does this news make UNC the new No. 1 in college hoops next year and what does it mean for Caleb Love's future? Also, how NIL could help college basketball going forward.The latest from the transfer portal (28:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with a college hoops transfer portal news and notes

It's Wednesday and we've got a loaded episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses "Who is the face of college hoops" post Coach K, a rumor that has Oscar Tshiebwe returning to Kentucky - and also tells you who the 25 best players are in the transfer portal right now.With Coach K retired, who becomes the face of college hoops (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the question "Who is the face of college hoops" now that Coach K is retired. He believes it can only be two people, and explains why guys like Bill Self and Jay Wright will never fit that bill. Could Oscar Tshiebwe actually return to Kentucky (18:00)? From there, Aaron discusses a rumor that surfaced this week that Oscar Tshiebwe will return to Kentucky for another season. Aaron explains how the NIL has changed the landscape of NBA Draft decisions, and why stars like Tshiebwe might be inspired to return to play another year.The Top 25 players in the transfer portal right now (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the Top 25 players

On today's show, Aaron looks at some of the bigger football headlines, with spring games underway. He explains why Texas A&M has established itself as a college football villain, why Dabo Swinney still doesn't get it, and also, has Duke recruiting gotten *better* after Coach K? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices