Best Gators Breakdown Podcasts (2025)

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Versatile defender Kaiden Hall COMMITS TO THE FLORIDA GATORS | How does he fit in Florida’s defense? 38:31

21h ago38:31

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On this episode of Gators Breakdown with David Waters, Florida is getting hot on the recruiting trail as elite 6'3" safety prospect Kaiden Hall makes an early commitment to Florida after his official visit. With impressive athleticism and versatility to play multiple defensive positions, Hall chose the Gators over powerhouse programs like Alabama, …

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Dave Waters, host of the Gators Breakdown podcast, tells McElroy & Cubelic what the latest on DJ Lagway, and how Florida has prepared for the 2025 season 14:06

1d ago14:06

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6-4-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Most important players for Alabama in 2025; is the Tide smack talking Vanderbilt; Charlie Potter talks Alabama FB 47:09

12h ago47:09

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Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with Charlie Potter, Senior Team Writer for BamaOnline & On3 Sports, telling us about THE most important players for Alabama this season; then, the guys look at the important position groups for the Crimson Tide; later, is Alabama planning to smash Vanderbilt like a sledgehammer would an ant?; and fin…

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Charlie Potter, Senior Team Writer for BamaOnline & On3 Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic about THE most important players for Alabama this season and where expectations are for the team in 2025 15:14

13h ago15:14

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6-4-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: First year starting QBs will do what??; rest of FPI's rankings; Wes Rucker talks Tennessee 47:18

13h ago47:18

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The 8am hour of Wednesday's Mac & Cube kept on with Wes Rucker, who covers Tennessee for GoVols247 & CBS Sports, telling us what would have to happen for Tennessee to live up to ESPN's top-10 ranking ; then, the guys get into first time starters and look at Ty Simpson and Joey Aguilar; and later, Cole & Greg drop their thoughts on the rest of ESPN'…

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Wes Rucker, who covers Tennessee for GoVols247 & CBS Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic what would have to happen for Tennessee to live up to ESPN's top-10 ranking 14:10

13h ago14:10

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6-4-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Everything that's ESPN's FPI got wrong and got right 47:02

14h ago47:02

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Wednesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with an attempt to get into the most impactful players in the SEC, but the guys can't help themselves and get into the newly released FPI and everything that's wrong about it; then, Greg defends Tennessee being a top-10 team; later, Cole points out more FPI errors and egregiousness; and finally, the gu…

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Rob’s 2025 NBA Finals Preview: Pacers vs Thunder Breakdown & Bold Prediction 19:05

2h ago19:05

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The 2025 NBA Finals are here — and it’s Pacers vs Thunder for the crown.In this episode, Rob dives into every angle of the matchup: the stars, the role players, the coaching battle, and the hidden X-factors that could swing the series. He ends with his bold Finals prediction — will it be Haliburton’s moment, or does OKC start a dynasty? Timestamps:…

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6-3-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: The SEC doesn't want AQs in the CFP?!; Gabe Ikard talks Oklahoma; Greg claims he could do a triathlon today 47:31

1d ago47:31

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Tuesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube kept on with Cole not believing Greg's claim that he could run a triathlon right now; then, Gabe Ikard, from the OK Breakdown podcast, tells us the names on OU's defense you need to know that you don't, and where the expectations are for 2025; later, with Greg Sankey being on board with no AQs in a CFP, the guys won…

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Gabe Ikard, from the OK Breakdown podcast, tells McElroy & Cubelic the names on OU's defense you need to know that you don't, and where the expectations are for 2025 16:43

1d ago16:43

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6-3-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: What Florida needs to do in 2025; Kendall Rogers talks NCAA Baseball; Dave Waters talks Florida 47:35

1d ago47:35

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The 8am hour of Tuesday's Mac & Cube rolled on with David Waters, host of the Gators Breakdown podcast, telling us what the latest on DJ Lagway, and how Florida has prepared for the 2025 season; then, the guys say how important it will be for Florida to get off to a good start in 2025; later, Kendall Rogers, from D1 Baseball, says what he learned f…

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Kendall Rogers, from D1 Baseball, tells McElroy & Cubelic what he learned from the NCAA Regionals and how he sees the Super Regionals playing out 13:30

3h ago13:30

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6-3-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Auburn's outlook in 2025; best position rankings in CFB 48:41

1d ago48:41

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Tuesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with a look into Auburn's 2025 schedule and which early game will be their litmus test; and later, the guys take issue with PFF and their position rankings. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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6-2-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: SEC wants 5+11 and people are still mad?!; Jon Wilner talks CFB future; Roy Philpott talks NCAA Baseball & Auburn regional 47:21

2d ago47:21

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Monday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube rolled on with Roy Philpott, ESPN broadcaster, telling us what he learned from Auburn after calling that regional and where NOT to park at Plainsman Park; then, the SEC seems to be catching strays despite supporting the 5+11 Playoff Format; later, Jon Wilner, college football columnist, says where things seem to be h…

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Jon Wilner, college football columnist, tells McElroy & Cubelic where things seem to be headed for College Football and what are the next dominoes to potentially fall 15:08

1d ago15:08

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Roy Philpott, ESPN broadcaster, tells McElroy & Cubelic what he learned from Auburn after calling that regional and where NOT to park at Plainsman Park 16:44

3d ago16:44

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6-2-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: The future of the Pac-12; the Wedding Episode Part 2 47:32

2d ago47:32

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The 8am hour of Monday's Mac & Cube continued with the future of the Pac-12 and if they'll be accepted as a Power Conference; then, a listener calls in with the wildest wedding story; and finally, Greg reveals the keys to a great wedding speech, since he's "notably solid" as a groomsman. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on …

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Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells McElroy & Cubelic what was frustrating about the SEC Spring Meetings & what he would've changed about his wedding 16:07

3d ago16:07

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6-2-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: The Wedding Episode; Paul Finebaum recaps SEC Spring Meetings 47:30

2d ago47:30

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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a look back at a crazy weekend and, after attending the wedding of Josh Pate, the guys realizing how different wedding have gotten over the years; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us what was frustrating about the SEC Spring Meetings & what he would've changed about his wedding; later, Greg…

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IMG Academy Star G'Nivre Carr Commits to Florida Gators | 3-Star OL Chooses UF Over SEC Rivals 32:46

1d ago32:46

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In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters discusses offensive line prospect G'Nivre Carr's commitment to Florida following his impressive official visit. The 6'4", 336-pound IMG Academy standout chose the Gators over Tennessee, Georgia, and other major programs. Carr brings elite athleticism and physicality to UF's 2026 class. The episode i…

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5-30-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: How many teams can win the SEC?; Best CFP format; Is one Portal window the future? 47:18

6d ago47:18

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Friday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube started off with Greg laying out the 8 teams that could win the SEC this year; then, the guys lay out why one Transfer Portal window is best; later, we look at the future of the College Football Playoff and ask why have things gotten so political with format discussions; and finally, we preview our sports watching we…

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5-30-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: How wide open is the SEC this year? 46:15

6d ago46:15

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The 8am hour of Friday's Mac & Cube continued with Greg's sitdown with Kalen DeBoer as they recap his first year, how his recruiting philosophy has changed, and where the plan to excel in 2025; and later, the guys are excited at how wide open the SEC seems to be this season. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!! S…

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5-30-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Why does our fandom hurt us...why do we do this to ourselves? 46:14

6d ago46:14

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Friday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube kicked off with Greg wondering why our fandom crushes us emotionally and why we keep doing it to ourselves; then, we learn how Damian's & SaBerre's fandom came about; and finally, listeners chime in with their fandom stories. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!! See omnystudio.com/…

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Lea Michele’s Big Return & NBA Conference Finals Shake-Up 11:08

5d ago11:08

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Lea Michele is headed back to Broadway — and Rob couldn’t be more excited. In this episode, he reacts to the Chess casting news, reflects on seeing Lea live as Fanny Brice (twice!), and shares hopes for witnessing her next big moment. Then it’s off to the hardwood for a raw take on the Timberwolves’ collapse and a breakdown of how the Pacers redeem…

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5-29-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Questions facing CFB's future - What if the ACC & Big 12 join forces, What happens to teams left behind; Ari Wasserman talks SEC Meetings & CFB future 47:34

6d ago47:34

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Thursday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube saw the guys weigh in on the potential 5+11 CFP format as well as the possibility of the ACC & Big 12 joining forces; then, Ari Wasserman, who covers CFB for On3, tells us what he's learned while covering the SEC Spring Meetings, what change would come first, and if College Football is losing popularity; later, Col…

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Ari Wasserman, who covers CFB for On3, tells McElroy & Cubelic what he's learned while covering the SEC Spring Meetings, what massive change would likely happen first, and if College Football is losing ... 20:24

7d ago20:24

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5-29-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: The D-Lines of the SEC & what to expect from them; Wimp Sanderson talks SEC bball players returning 34:26

7d ago34:26

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The 8am hour of Thursday's Mac & rolled on with a look into the D-Lines in the SEC and how good some will be in 2025; and then, Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, tells McElroy & Cubelic what the return of Tahaad Pettiford & Labaron Philon will mean for Auburn and Alabama. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am week…

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Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, tells McElroy & Cubelic what the return of Tahaad Pettiford & Labaron Philon will mean for Auburn and Alabama 8:31

7d ago8:31

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5-29-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Big Ten's CFP format won't work for them; O-Line epidemic in College Football 47:29

7d ago47:29

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Thursday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with the Big Ten wanting a different CFP format and a question of if they have the horses to back it up; then, the guys wonder if there's an issue in College Football with O-Line play; and later, Cole & Greg take a deep dive into the trenches in the SEC and look at who has what heading into 2025. "McElroy & C…

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5-28-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Fixing the Transfer Portal; would 4 AQs into the CFP limit the SEC; Joe Rexrode talks SEC Spring Meetings 47:29

8d ago47:29

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Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with Joe Rexrode, national college football writer for The Athletic, telling us what he's learned while being at the SEC Spring Meetings, and who should have the most say in trying to figure all this out; then, the guys caution that all these changes in College Football could have us pulling a Mark Ja…

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Joe Rexrode, national college football writer for The Athletic, tells McElroy & Cubelic what he's learned while being at the SEC Spring Meetings, and who should have the most say in trying to figure all ... 13:04

8d ago13:04

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5-28-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: What SHOULD the College Football Playoff format be? 47:33

8d ago47:33

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The 8am hour of Wednesday's Mac & Cube kept on with the guys laying out how the CFP format should actually be; then, listeners weigh in with their formats & what would be best for College Football; and finally, Cole & Greg ask if we're doing what's best for CFB by tryin to figure out this format. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am wee…

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5-28-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Should Greg Sankey be doing what's best for College Football; where are all the celebrity sports fans? 46:50

8d ago46:50

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Wednesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with the guys returning to say how they enjoyed the sports-filled weekend and tried to figure out why there aren't that many die-hard celebrity sports fans; then, the fellas weigh in on Greg Sankey allegedly being the bad guy and why everyone is wrong about the Commissioner; later, speaking of Sankey, …

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2025 Read & Reaction Florida Gators Preview: The Billy Napier Conundrum | Is DJ Lagway the SEC’s Best QB? 1:20:53

8d ago1:20:53

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LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters is joined by Will Miles and Nick Knudsen from Read & Reaction. They discuss a few topics in the “2025 Read & Reaction Florida Gators Football Preview.” The crew discusses Billy Napier's evolving strategy, DJ Lagway's potential impact as a top SEC quarterback, and Florida's r…

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5-27-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: SEC Dark Horses; will the bottom of the league rise up?; NCAA Football 26 cover athletes reveal 46:06

9d ago46:06

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Monday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube rolled on with a look at the bottom teams in the SEC and a discussion on whether or not they'll jump up this year; then, speaking of the SEC, who are the dark horses in the league this year; later, Conrad tests the validity of Damian being a Heupel Disciple; and finally, the cover for EA Sports' NCAA Football 26 have…

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5-27-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: Has Ole Miss peaked; the teams you've lost faith in; determining Damian's fandom 45:09

9d ago45:09

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The 8am hour of Monday's Mac & Cube continued with everyone trying to figure out how Damian will determine his fandom for this football season; later, looking at Ole Miss, the guys wonder if they'll always keep finding a way to come up short; and finally, we go over a few teams we've lost faith in. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am w…

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5-27-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Is the SEC being the bad guy?; SEC Baseball recap; Sinners review 45:50

9d ago45:50

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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with Greg Sankey's recent thoughts about being the "bad guy" and the guys weighed in on Playoff expansion; then, we recap the end of the SEC Baseball Tournament and look ahead to the Men's CWS; later, as our Birmingham Stallions win another game, the boys get ready for another postseason run in the UFL; and fin…

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5-23-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: What's being said about the new CFP format; Damian's fandom narrowed down 46:29

12d ago46:29

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Friday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube started off with listeners weighing in on this new format and how it'll change the sport moving forward; and later, Damian's 2025 SEC fan-dumb gets closer to becoming a reality as he eliminates 2 teams he won't be cheering for this year. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!! See omn…

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5-23-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: Best returning QBs; new CFP Format means what?! 46:03

12d ago46:03

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The 8am hour of Friday's Mac & Cube continued with a look back at the best returning QBs in college football; and later, with the changes of the College Football Playoff being released, the guys give their thoughts on what this means "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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5-23-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Playoff format has changed; what does that mean for the future 44:55

13d ago44:55

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Friday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube kicked off with a recap of the changes to the College Football Playoff format; then, liseners chime in with their thoughts on the new CFP format; and later, we go back to hear what Kalen DeBoer & Hugh Freeze had to say after spring ball. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!! See omn…

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5-22-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Transfer Portal updates; David Dellucci talks SEC Baseball Tourney; Wimp Sanderson talks academics 47:09

13d ago47:09

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Thursday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube saw Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, telling us what coaches had to do to get academically troubled students into school & what the College Playoff should be doing; then, it's Damian & SaBerre's turn to reminisce over their TV shows from when they graduated; later, David Dellucci, SEC Netwo…

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Cheers to Norm, SNL’s Big Night, & Wolves/Pacers Final Bound? 33:18

12d ago33:18

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Rob opens this episode with a heartfelt tribute to George Wendt, reflecting on Cheers and how his portrayal of Norm still resonates as one of the most beloved sitcom roles ever. Then it's all things SNL50 — from sketch-by-sketch reactions to Ashley Padilla’s breakout moment, Scarlett Johansson making history, and Marcello Hernandez’s electric chemi…

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Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, tells McElroy & Cubelic what coaches had to do to get academically troubled students into school & what the College Playoff should be doing 15:22

13d ago15:22

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5-22-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: What's up with the ACC; Mack Brown taking shots at Bill Belichick?; top TV shows from our graduating years 48:05

13d ago48:05

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The 8am hour of Thursday's Mac & rolled on with the guys looking at the ACC, reminding everyone that Mack Brown's academic comments aren't new AND UNC is still such an unknown; then, the next editions of Hard Knocks have been announced, and the boys aren't that excited; and finally, Cole & Greg look back at the top TV shows from when they graduated…

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5-22-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Playoff expanding to 40 teams?!; the CFP Committee should run everything; Mike Nolan talks Panthers & Stallions 46:48

14d ago46:48

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Thursday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with an explanation of Matt Rhule's viral Playoff comments & Greg explaining why the Playoff Committee should become the sport's governing body; then, the guys recap what went down in the SEC Baseball Tournament; later, Mike Nolan, head coach of the Michigan Panthers, tells us why Bryce Perkins won't be playi…

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Mike Nolan, head coach of the Michigan Panthers, tells McElroy & Cubelic why Bryce Perkins won't be playing this weekend & how they're preparing to take on the Stallions twice in the next 3 weeks 15:59

14d ago15:59

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5-21-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: NFL players in the Olympics; we hype up the SEC Baseball Tourney players; Bruce Feldman talks best CFB players from 2000s 47:39

14d ago47:39

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Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with Bruce Feldman, from The Athletic & FOX Sports, telling us how he came up with his Top 25 players of the 2000s, and how much blowback he's getting for the ones he left off; then, Cole & Greg take on the roles of baseball coaches to help the SEC Baseball Tourney teams get underway; later, the guys …

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