Best Matt Sheehan Podcasts (2025)

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Overthrown and Overblown: A Breakdown-filled Break Down with Matt Sheehan 1:57:31

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Matt Sheehan joins us to discuss MSU's performance against Nebraska. What are the implications for this team, season, and program moving forward. Then we take a walk Off Grand River, and your social media questions. Join us next week ⁠ on Twitter and IG @spartan_pod and @spartanpod on Bluesky. And watch again on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@spa…

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MSU football, Jonathan Smith misses GLARING ISSUE in Saturday's loss; 4-star Tyren Wortham decommits 31:00

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Michigan State Spartans football faces tough questions after Nebraska loss. Can the team overcome offensive line woes and coaching missteps? Host Matt Sheehan and guest Stephen Brooks dissect the Spartans' disappointing performance, analyzing Jonathan Smith's postgame comments and the lack of in-game adjustments. The discussion covers bowl game pro…

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REACTION: MSU football GIVES AWAY game to Nebraska; How hot is Jonathan Smith's seat getting? 32:47

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Michigan State football held a second half lead against Nebraska and melted down right after. We go through the coaching errors, special teams gaffs and everything that made this winnable game just another double-digit loss for MSU. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SupplyHouse Join the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks li…

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Where MSU football HAS A SHOT at Nebraska; A look inside the Aidan Chiles vs. Dylan Raiola duel 32:59

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Michigan State football goes to Nebraska as 10.5 point underdogs, but there is a path to success. Could MSU's weaknesses play right into Nebraska's flaws? Aidan Chiles and Dylan Raiola are headed for a showdown, and we look at where the advantages lie with each offense. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Enough with boring, flavor…

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Big 10 SQUAD - What the Michigan State Spartans Will do in Week Six 32:34

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Going over the biggest moments from Week Five in the Big 10, starting with the Oregon Ducks surviving against the Penn State Nittany Lions. Then, going over the biggest matchups of Week Six, including the Wisconsin Badgers taking on the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes hosting the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Twitter/X: https://twitter.…

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Michigan State football facing CRUCIAL TEST against Nebraska, Dylan Raiola; Can MSU fix its flaws? 34:26

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a crucial test against Nebraska. Can Jonathan Smith's rebuilding efforts yield a marquee win? Matt Sheehan and Locked On Nebraska host Mitch Sherman break down the upcoming Michigan State-Nebraska clash. They analyze Dylan Raiola's impressive quarterback play for the Cornhuskers, Nebraska's running game woes, …

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BOOM: MSU basketball LANDS 4-STAR Julius Avent; MSU football recruiting about to take hit? 20:27

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Michigan State Spartans basketball lands Julius Avent for 2026. Is Tom Izzo building another championship-caliber roster? Host breaks down Avent's commitment, comparing the 6'7" power forward to former Spartan Malik Hall. Discussion covers potential 2026 lineup, including high-profile targets Josiah Jervis, Maxi Adams, and Ethan Taylor. Football re…

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MSU football seeking STATEMENT WIN at Nebraska ; Aidan Chiles, offense give Spartans chance 30:22

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Michigan State Spartans face off against Nebraska as 10-point underdogs. Can the Spartans pull off a stunning upset on the road? This high-stakes Big Ten clash pits Jonathan Smith's squad against Matt Rhule's Cornhuskers. The analysis covers Nebraska's improved special teams, quarterback Dylan Raiola's potential, and Michigan State's surprising off…

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Can't Read, Can't Write, Can't Math: An Empirical Study of Victory/Loss Correlation Matrices Based on Three-Way Transitive Relationships in College Football 1:38:13

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It's a bye week, so what have we to do but speculate? The boys preview Nebraska, look at the college football landscape, and draw conclusions. Then they discuss the other sports on campus, and take your social media questions. Join us next week ⁠ on Twitter and IG @spartan_pod and @spartanpod on Bluesky. And watch again on YouTube at https://youtu…

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MSU football injuries popping up AGAIN; Where analytics like Michigan State football (and don't) 32:14

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Michigan State Spartans football faces an uphill battle as injuries mount. Can the team overcome adversity against Nebraska? Parker Fleming breaks down the Spartans' offensive improvements and defensive challenges. Key topics include the impact of Stanton Ramil's absence, Michigan State's balanced attack (32nd in EPA per rush), and Nebraska's vulne…

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In this episode I speak with Mona Wood-Patterson of the Merely Players who is directing the upcoming production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet along with Conor Sheehan who is playing the leading role. 30:10

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Joining me on the program is Mona Wood-Patterson, Artistic Director of the Merely Players Theatre Company which she founded together with her husband Charles Ford in 1994 bringing outstanding theatre performances to our community. Mona has spent all of her professional life studying, teaching and making theatre for which she has won many awards. Al…

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Ep. 231: Dallas Mavericks' Blurred Vision and Cooper Flagg with Lauren Gunn (@TheLaurenGunn) 1:22:31

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Lauren Gunn returns to sort through one of the West's most polarizing teams as the Mavericks try to turbo-charge two timelines into a title contender. How the youth, age, and uncertain offensive and defensive identities converge for the confounding Dallas Mavericks, and around its number pick Cooper Flagg. TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro (3:30) Anthony Da…

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MSU football MUST FIX defense out of bye week; How beatable is Nebraska? 31:00

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Michigan State Spartans football faces defensive woes as they prepare for a crucial matchup against Nebraska. Can the Spartans overcome their struggles and turn the tide of their season? Host Matt Sheehan and guest Chase Glasser from Spartans Illustrated analyze Michigan State's defensive challenges, focusing on coordinator Joe Rossi's strategies a…

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MSU basketball MUST GET 4-star Jasiah Jervis in 2026 class; Tom Izzo underrated again? 33:19

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Michigan State Spartans basketball recruiting heats up with top prospect Jasiah Jervis in the crosshairs. Can Tom Izzo land the 6'5" phenom and reshape the Spartans' future? Insider Carter Elliott breaks down MSU's intense pursuit of Jervis and other key targets like 7-footer Ethan Taylor. The discussion covers Michigan State's surprising absence f…

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Big 10 SQUAD - What the Michigan State Spartans Will do in Week Five 32:41

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Week 5 will be major for the Big 10! The top game in the country is the Oregon Ducks taking on the Penn State Nittany Lions. The USC Trojans are traveling to the Illinois Fighting Illini, the Ohio State Buckeyes are visiting the Washington Huskies and more! Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 http…

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Forest and Birmingham Review featuring Andy Godden. 35:36

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Join Steve and Andy as they discuss our last minute cup win over Nottingham Forest, and our 1-0 loss to Birmingham. Enjoy!By The JackCast

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Michigan State football rebuild ON SCHEDULE despite defensive struggles under Jonathan Smith 33:13

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Michigan State Spartans football under Jonathan Smith: Progress or peril? The 3-1 record and improved offense spark debate, while defensive woes raise concerns. Chris Vannini, senior writer at The Athletic, joins to dissect the Spartans' rebuilding process. From Aidan Chiles' emergence as a top Big Ten quarterback to Joe Rossi's defensive struggles…

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MSU football recruiting RISING for 2026; Can MSU keep 4-stars Tyren Wortham, Braylon Hodge in class? 32:13

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Michigan State Spartans football recruiting takes center stage as the 2026 class climbs to 27th nationally. Is Jonathan Smith's program on the verge of a breakthrough? Matt Sheehan breaks down the Spartans' impressive haul, highlighting four-star upgrades for Tyren Wortham, Braylon Hodge, and others. The discussion covers potential flip candidates,…

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Jimmy and Joe and Down They Go 1:39:35

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The guys breakdown MSU's 45-31 loss to USC and walk away impressed by the team's resiliency. We get into scheme vs. personnel, the growth this team has shown and what it'll take to someday be great. After a short jaunt Off Grand River, we take your Social Media Questions. Join in the fun next week on Twitter and IG @spartan_pod or Bluesky @spartanp…

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Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more! 31:08

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Always a pleasure to have Steve Howe on the podcast. The Yes guitarist joins me this time to discuss a couple of reissues from his solo back catalogue; “Natural Timbre” and “Portraits of Bob Dylan”. The former being an all acoustic record, and the latter being, as you may have inferred, a Dylan covers album. It was a nice excuse to talk about Dylan…

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My guest on this episode is filmmaker and cinematographer Charlie Howard who’s documentary film GCKUSS will premiere at Buckley Park in Durango, Colorado on Friday September 26, 2025. 30:44

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Join me for a conversation with Los Angeles based filmmaker and cinematographer Charlie Howard. We talk about his exciting new documentary called GCKUSS A Film About The Love Of Cycling following Durango’s own professional cyclist Sepp Kuss’ journey from Durango Kid to Champion of the Vuelta a Españia. This Friday September 26th will be the World P…

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MSU football fans DIVIDED after USC game; Is the rebuild under Jonathan Smith going too slow? 31:32

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a crossroads after their clash with USC. Is Aidan Chiles the quarterback to lead them to glory? Host Matt Sheehan breaks down the Spartans' performance, highlighting defensive struggles and offensive potential. Key topics include the team's 15 missed tackles, Chiles' emergence as a top-tier Big Ten QB, and the…

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REACTION: MSU football defense TORN APART by USC; Can Jonathan Smith's squad turn this around? 33:05

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Michigan State football played late into the night and couldn't see the Trojan punter the entire night. From the rough outing from the defense to another good performance from Aidan Chiles, we break it all down. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Enough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upg…

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MSU football MUST establish run game vs. USC; Why a win would be PROGRAM-CHANGING for Jonathan Smith 32:55

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Michigan State Spartans face USC in a potential program-changing matchup. Can the Spartans pull off a stunning upset against the high-powered Trojans? Host Matt Sheehan breaks down MSU's strategy, emphasizing the need for a strong run game led by Brandon Tullis and smart play from QB Aidan Chiles. USC's offensive firepower, including their 6.99 yar…

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Big 10 SQUAD - What did the Michigan State Spartans do in Week Three? 36:41

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Taking a look back and what happened across the Big 10 during week three and what will be going down in week four. Did ESPN rob the Indiana Hoosiers of Gameday with the Illinois Fighting Illini in town? Can the Nebraska Cornhuskers stay perfect against the Michigan Wolverines? Plus more! Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Follow & Subscribe o…

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MSU football gets FIGHTING CHANCE vs. USC from run defense; Nick Marsh even better than advertised 31:44

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a pivotal test against USC. Can their stout run defense, allowing just 2.57 yards per carry, contain the Trojans' explosive ground game? Host Matt Sheehan analyzes the Spartans' defensive prowess and USC's offensive firepower. Former Michigan State wide receiver RJ Shelton joins to discuss the potential impact…

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Hull and Transfer Window Review with special guest Tom Coleman from WalesOnline 58:12

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Join Steve and Tom Coleman as they discuss our recent game against Hull as well as discussing the new signings we've acquired through the summer window.By The JackCast

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Aliysha Arnold, a high school student from Towaoc, Colorado joins me on the program today to talk about “The Bear Dance” and “The Basket Lady” the two films she helped produce and her experience as an ... 30:15

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In this episode I am excited to be speaking with Aliysha Arnold from Towaoc, Colorado who is a member of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and currently a junior at the Montezuma-Coretz High School. She has a passion for filmmaking and has already acted in and helped produce two films titled “The Bear Dance” and “The Basket Lady”, both projects are part o…

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MSU football star Nick Marsh QUESTIONABLE for USC game; Jonathan Smith has NO SHOT to go to UCLA 30:23

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Nick Marsh and Makhi Frazier both sustained injuries against Youngstown State that could put their availability in jeopardy. Without Marsh is Michigan State football doomed, or is there still a sliver of hope against USC? Plus, with the UCLA football job opening up is Jonathan Smith a legitimate candidate to return to his hometown to revive the Bru…

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X's and Oh No's with Dante Razzano 1:40:21

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We're joined by Dante Razzano of YouAreTheProgram to discuss the Michigan State Spartans' recent performance against Youngstown State. We breakdown offense, defense, and special teams while Dante clues us in on player and coach speak tropes like, the next man up mentality, trap games, whether players even listen to press conferences, and how halfti…

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REACTION: MSU football WINS WITH CONCERN(?!) against Youngstown State; Aidan Chiles shines again 30:45

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Michigan State Spartans football secures a 41-24 victory over Youngstown State, but questions linger. Is this win a sign of strength or a cause for concern? Host Matt breaks down the Spartans' performance, highlighting quarterback Aidan Chiles' impressive 346 all-purpose yards. The analysis covers defensive struggles, including a lackluster pass ru…

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Ep. 230: NBA Offseason Retrospective and New Contenders with @youknowball 's Sam Sheehan 1:37:13

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Sam Sheehan (@NBABabysecret) of the You Know Ball podcast + patreon joins to review the NBA's full offseason and determine which teams changed their stars, with a focus on new contenders in each conference. Plus, some awards discussion. Enjoy! And subscribe to the You Know Ball patreon: https://www.patreon.com/YouKnowBall TIME STAMPS (0:00) Intro (…

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What MSU football MUST SEE vs. Youngstown State; Can Penguins put up fight against Spartans? 34:51

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a crucial test against Youngstown State. Can the Spartans' offensive line, led by left tackle Stanton Ramil, step up their game before Big Ten play? Host Matt Sheehan analyzes key matchups, including Youngstown State's dual-threat quarterback Beau Brungard and NFL prospect wide receiver Max Tomczak. Youngstown…

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Big 10 SQUAD - What did the Michigan State Spartans do in Week Two? 36:06

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Week 2 of the college football season was massive for the Big 10! Michigan fell to Oklahoma, Oregon DOMINATED Oklahoma State, Illinois looks like the real deal. Breaking all of that down and then previewing the Week 3 slate! Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts…

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MSU football offense SOARING early on; Defense already facing uphill battle? 27:17

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Michigan State Spartans football stuns with a 2-0 start. Is a deep playoff run on the horizon or are expectations getting ahead of reality? Breaking down the Spartans' impressive victories, this analysis highlights Aidan Chiles' game-changing plays and the team's evolving offensive strategy. Key topics include defensive concerns, particularly the p…

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Evan Schertz, owner of Maria’s Bookshop talks about the Literary Foundation and it’s mission to expend access to books and storytelling and the current fundraiser called “Everyone A Reader” 29:40

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In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Evan Schertz, owner of Maria’s Bookshop, a locally owned and independent bookstore since 1984, which over the years has created may partnerships within our community. Maria’s mission is to provide a space for thoughtful and engaged dialogue which supports a learning environment. In this program w…

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MSU football ROLLING with momentum; Aidan Chiles, Brian Lindgren have offense humming along 31:47

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Michigan State Spartans stun Boston College with double-overtime thriller. Is this the turning point for their football season? Breaking down the Spartans' clutch victory, highlighting quarterback Aidan Chiles' breakout performance and offensive coordinator Brian Lindgren's evolving strategy. The discussion covers defensive miscommunications, the i…

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MSU football got ELITE PERFORMANCE from Aidan Chiles; How Joe Rossi's adjustment won the game 28:45

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Michigan State Spartans stun Boston College with Aidan Chiles' clutch performance. Is a deep playoff run on the horizon for the Spartans football team? Host Matt Sheehan breaks down MSU's impressive victory, highlighting Chiles' game-changing plays and the team's evolving offensive strategy. The discussion covers the offensive line's rotation, defe…

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Eckley! Eckley! Hey's our (Ray) Guy! 1:15:12

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Kicker U is 2-0 , defeating the Boston College in a double overtime thriller. The guys got together after the game to record their reactions, look forward to the rest of the season, and take your social media questions. Join us next week ⁠ on Twitter and IG @spartan_pod and @spartanpod on Bluesky. And watch again on YouTube at https://youtube.com/…

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REACTION: MSU football wins STUNNER in OVERTIME off Aidan Chiles masterpiece 35:33

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Aidan Chiles called game with his five touchdown night, including a night-capping throw to Omari Kelly in overtime. Nick Marsh added two touchdowns, Jordan Hall tacked on 15 tackles and Jonathan Smith got a much-needed win for the Spartans. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf…

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MSU football HAS THE EDGE against Boston College w/ NBC's Noah Eagle 35:58

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Michigan State Spartans face a must-win clash against Boston College. Can Jonathan Smith's squad secure a crucial victory to boost their program's trajectory? Host Matt breaks down the keys for Michigan State Football's success, emphasizing the importance of establishing the run game and protecting quarterback Aidan Chiles. NBC's Noah Eagle joins t…

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Big 10 SQUAD - What did the Michigan State Spartans do in Week One? 32:55

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The Big 10 had a major week one as the Ohio State Buckeyes catapulted to the number one spot in the country after taking down the Texas Longhorns. The Michigan Wolverines look to have a new quarterback of the future after Bryce Underwood shines in his debut. All that plus more on the Big 10 Squad.By Locked On Podcast Network

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MSU football, Aidan Chiles face PRESSURE-PACKED showdown vs. Boston College | Career-defining game? 32:57

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a pivotal early-season test against Boston College. Can Jonathan Smith's squad secure a crucial home victory to build momentum? The hosts analyze key matchups, including Michigan State's revamped run game and Boston College's new quarterback Dylan Lonergan. Defensive strategies take center stage, with both tea…

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Michigan State football in MUST-WIN mode vs. Boston College w/ Graham Couch 33:36

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Michigan State Spartans football faces a pivotal moment as they prepare for Boston College. Is this the must-win game that could define their season? Graham Couch, Lansing State Journal columnist, joins to analyze the Spartans' recent performance against Western Michigan and the critical matchup ahead. The discussion covers Aiden Chiles' quarterbac…

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Transfer Window Review, Sheffield and Watford Review 1:01:44

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Join Matt and Steve as they discuss our recent fixtures again Sheffield Wednesday and Watford in the league along with Plymouth in the Cup. They also discuss Swansea's transfer window this summer. Enjoy!By The JackCast

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Feeder’s Grant Nicholas on “Comfort In Sound” 38:17

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The past 3 decades have brought their share of ups and downs for Feeder. They’ve enjoyed 11 top ten albums, and various hit singles, but had to weather the tragic loss of drummer Jon Lee in January 2002. It was against this backdrop that frontman Grant Nicholas returned to studio alongside bassist Taka Hirose to produce Feeder’s most poignant and l…