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Brad and Rob look back at the Alabama playoff loss and unpack the hard lessons that only postseason football teaches. This was a game defined by missed opportunities, unforced errors, and moments that never fully made sense in real time. Oklahoma did not play with the same edge or intent that defined the previous four weeks. Instead of dictating te…
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Trench Warfare: The Crimson Rematch
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1:10:37Episode Description Oklahoma and Alabama meet again, this time in the College Football Playoff and under the lights in Norman. In this Trench Warfare episode of the Champion Standard Podcast, we break down why rematches favor defense, how Brent Venables attacks familiarity, and why this Oklahoma team is built for January football. From Alabama’s of…
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Instant Reaction | Did the Selection Committee get it right?
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1:06:19The College Football Playoff bracket is finally set — and the Oklahoma Sooners are IN. Now it is officially a Playoff Party on the Prairie as OU draws Alabama in Norman for a Friday night primetime showdown. Can Brent Venables beat Kalen DeBoer again and turn this into a full-blown rivalry? Did the Selection Committee get it right with Indiana, Geo…
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CRIMSON CHAOS | Turnovers, Breakdowns & Another Gritty OU Win
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1:13:49The Oklahoma Sooners escaped with a 17-13 win over LSU in Norman, and Brad has thoughts. The defense once again delivered turnovers and big-moment stops, but the offense struggled to find rhythm and protect the football. Three Mateer interceptions and stalled drives kept LSU in the game late. Can OU clean things up in time for a playoff push? In to…
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Oklahoma’s Defense Delivers Straight Violence to Lock In Another Ranked Victory!
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1:19:53The Oklahoma Sooners just stacked another ranked win — and the defense did it with straight violence. In this episode, Rob and Brad break down how Oklahoma’s defense suffocated Missouri, shut down the SEC’s top rushing attack, and turned another heavyweight matchup into a grindhouse film. We cover: • How Peyton Bowen and the secondary choked out Mi…
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GRIT MODE: Venables just owned DeBoer in another Statement Win!
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1:19:46Oklahoma just walked out of Tuscaloosa with season defining win. In this episode, Brad jumps on to share his takeaways, we check in on the advanced numbers, and then walk through the defensive plays that kept OU in control. Nothing fancy. Just football talk, numbers and film.. What we hit in the show: • Brad’s biggest thoughts after the Bama game •…
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This episode is a midweek Game Lab preview for the critical Tuscaloosa matchup: playoff implications, X‑factors (turn red‑zone FGs into TDs, commit to the run, pressure Ty Simpson), injury notes, and a film/stat breakdown of Alabama's cover‑3 defense and perimeter tendencies. Tempered optimism but a clear game plan for the Sooners. Welcome to Strat…
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Pulse Check Ft. James Hale - State of the Sooners and Bama Breakdown
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1:21:13James Hale joins Brad and Rob for a full Pulse Check on the Oklahoma Sooners. The crew breaks down where OU truly stands heading into the Alabama matchup from leadership and consistency to the X-factors that could decide the game. They dive into film and advanced stats from both teams, highlighting key battles in the trenches, explosive playmakers …
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Sooners Survive the Storm: Epic SEC Road Win in Knoxville
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1:23:04The Champion Standard crew breaks down Oklahoma’s gritty road win over Tennessee. Brad and Rob dive into five takeaways, Tate Sandell’s clutch performance, advanced analytics from the Champion Standard dashboard, and an in-depth film breakdown of Brent Venables’ defense. This was a tendency-breaking game where Oklahoma trusted its players, attacked…
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Oklahoma football’s run game renaissance lasted all of one week. Rob, JY, and Alex break down how the Sooners went from pounding South Carolina on the ground to abandoning everything that worked against Ole Miss. From the film room to the analytics dashboard, this episode exposes the painful truth — Oklahoma’s offense is broken by its own choices. …
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Heartbreak in Norman: Sooners Fall Short Against Ole Miss
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1:41:38The Sooners’ comeback bid came up just short in a brutal 34–26 loss to Ole Miss. In this breakdown, Rob and Brad dive into what went wrong — and what it means for Oklahoma’s SEC push. 📊 Game Notes: John Mateer: 17/31, 223 yards Xavier Robinson: 9 carries, 109 yards, 2 TDs Isaiah Sategna: 6 catches, 131 yards, 1 TD Sooners averaged 4.9 YPC but conve…
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Trench Warfare: What worked for the Sooners Run Game?
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1:26:24Oklahoma football got back to its roots — physical, balanced, and brutally efficient. In this Trench Warfare edition of the Champion Standard Podcast, Rob, Alex, and J-Y break down how the Sooners dominated the line of scrimmage in their 26-7 win over South Carolina. They dive into: 🏈 Why Ben Arbuckle’s simplified game plan changed everything 💥 How…
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Sooners Find Their Rhythm in Columbia!
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1:45:27The Sooners got their swagger back. Oklahoma marched into Columbia and dismantled South Carolina behind a suffocating defense, revived run game, and a play-caller finally finding his groove. Rob and Brad break down everything — from Venables’ defensive chaos to Arbuckle’s new ground-heavy formula — and what it means heading into the SEC gauntlet: O…
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Trench Warfare: What is Really Wrong Up Front? Oklahoma Run Game Breakdown vs Texas
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1:38:31The Red River Rivalry exposed a painful truth — Oklahoma can’t run the football when it matters most. In this Trench Warfare edition of Champion Standard, Rob, Alex, and J.Y. go inside the film room to break down every snap, stat, and miscue that doomed the Sooners’ offense against Texas. From 58% pass calls in the opening script to inside zone ave…
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The Sooners fall 23–6 to Texas in the Red River Rivalry — and we’re breaking down exactly why. Join Brad, Rob and Charlie from The Football Brainiacs for a 5 takeawys, Analytics and film study on what went wrong for Oklahoma’s offense, how Texas controlled the trenches, and where the Sooners can adjust moving forward. 00:00 – Intro 01:00 – Reaction…
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In this episode of Champion Standard: Trench Warfare, Rob, J.Y., and Alex dig deep into the Auburn game film to uncover what really happened in the trenches. From GT counter breakdowns to duo runs, from missed blocking assignments to flashes of dominance, we dissect the small details that decided drives. The crew highlights: Why Auburn’s defensive …
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Venables Unleashed: Havoc Everywhere
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1:10:45Champion Standard — “Auburn Annihilated” OU survives a rock fight in Norman and plants a flag in the SEC. We break down why the Palace on the Prairie rattled Auburn (false starts galore), how Brent Venables dialed up havoc (9–11 sacks depending on the data house), why Cam Coleman changed OU’s coverage plan, and what the run-game struggles really we…
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Trench Warfare - Temple Rundown and Auburn Clash
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1:26:20Trench Warfare is back! Rob, JY, and Alex break down Oklahoma’s performance against Temple — from the trenches to the secondary — and preview the Auburn matchup in SEC play. What went right, what still needs work, and how OU can impose their will next weekend. 🔥 Topics Covered: Temple game autopsy: line play, pressure packages, explosive plays Aubu…
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OU–Temple: defense sets the tone, Mateer’s organized chaos keeps drives alive, and the run game finally looks like a four-quarter answer. We skip the national talk and stay on Oklahoma—what worked, what to sharpen, and Brad’s best one-liners. Timestamps 00:00 — Cold open & Philly vibes 04:12 — Defense identity: man coverage, money downs, suffocatio…
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Trench Warfare: Inside the Sooners Trench Play
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1:37:29Trench Warfare — Inside the Oklahoma Sooners Run Game (with JY & Alex from TFB) We fire up the film room with JY (@JyBrainiac) and Alex King (@AKing_Evals) to break down Oklahoma’s trenches after the Michigan win: why the pass pro clicked with four new starters, how the QB run + GT/GY counter + Duo created numbers advantages, and what the tape says…
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Brainiac Banter - OU Stifles Michigan!
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1:44:11OU takes down Michigan in a statement win, and we’ve got the full breakdown with special guest TFB Charlie. We hit the film, the numbers, and the moments that swung the game—then talk big-picture what this means for the Sooners in the SEC race. Guest: TFB Charlie (The Football Brainiacs) — on-field takeaways, season expectations, and why this win m…
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Michigan Preview: Wreak Havoc on the Quarterback
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50:04The Champion Standard crew turns the lab lights on for a blue-blood collision: Oklahoma vs. Michigan. This week’s theme is simple—Havoc the Quarterback. We break down how Brent Venables can make a freshman see ghosts, how OU’s “Bash Brothers” anchor the interior, and why the Sooners’ passing game can punish Michigan’s boom-or-bust tendencies. In th…
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Oklahoma 35, Illinois State 3 — Tune-Up with Teeth John Mateer’s OU debut looked surgical: 30/37 for 392 yards with 15 explosive completions. Ben Arbuckle kept it efficient. WR depth flashed, and TE/Kanak packages changed the math. Run game needs juice. Defense stayed vanilla but stingy, rotated a ton, and left room to crank up havoc before Michiga…
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BELIEVE. It’s game week in Norman and we’re cranking it up. Today we lay out our fan-friendly tailgate plan, set season expectations, and preview how our film + analytics dashboard will drive smarter conversations all year. Hit subscribe and roll with us! 🙌 TAILGATE DETAILS (Illinois State week): • Lot CE5 by Cross Village / Boomer Outreach Buildin…
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OU’s Floor Is 8–4. The Ceiling? Much Higher.
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59:46Boomer Sooner Nation—we’re just 13 days away from kickoff! In Episode 2 of Brainiac Banter, Rob and Brad are joined by Charlie from The Football Brainiacs to break down fall camp takeaways, roster battles, and season predictions. We cover: Brent Venables’ new approach to player health & camp management The offensive line depth chart: Fasusi, Howlan…
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Trench Warfare: OU’s O-Line Battles
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1:25:16The Champion Standard crew is back with J.Y. to break down the nastiest position group battles in OU’s 2025 fall camp. From unsettled right tackle spots to Courtland Guillory’s violent play style, we cover every inch of the trenches. Who’s stepping up, who’s getting pushed, and why this roster might be the deepest in years. Plus, why Illinois State…
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Sooner Nation — Fall Camp is in full swing, and we’ve got The Football Brainiacs insider James Hale joining Champion Standard to break it all down. From John Mateer’s Baker Mayfield-like command to Brent Venables’ defense finally clicking, we dive into why this team looks like a real SEC contender. We cover: Who’s emerging at wide receiver 👀 Why Ma…
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Cracking the Wide Zone Code with Coach Flo
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1:10:45In this episode of Champion Standard, Coach Flo joins us to break down Ben Arbuckle’s wide zone run game and how it could completely reshape Oklahoma’s offensive identity in 2025. From pistol formations to tight end concerns, we dive deep into the film, the stats, and the trench warfare that defines the wide zone scheme. OU fans — this is your firs…
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n this episode of Champion Standard, we break down why John Mateer might be the most underrated quarterback in the SEC heading into 2025. We dive into the advanced stats: deep ball accuracy, pressure performance, coverage reads, and scrambling efficiency — and compare Mateer to names like Nussmeier, Carson Beck, and Quinn Ewers. 💥 This isn’t hype —…
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OU’s Offense Looks to Feed the SEC a Heavy Plate in 2025
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1:00:22We’re back with Steak Night: Offense Edition—and we’re rating every offensive position group using our official steakhouse scale: from Golden Corral (yikes) all the way up to The Ranch (elite cuts only). We dig into John Mateer’s elite deep-ball accuracy, break down what Jaydn Ott brings to the backfield, debate the wide receiver room’s upside, and…
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🔴 Phil Steele just dropped his SEC position rankings—and the Sooners made some serious noise. But is it deserved? We break down each position, analyze Oklahoma’s returning production, and compare OU to Texas, Bama, and more. This one’s loaded with stats, film talk, and real takes. 📊 Plus, Rob dives into defensive metrics like run-stop efficiency an…
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BEEFED UP D: Ranking OU’s Defense by Norman Steakhouses Which position group is the Ranch? Which one is Salt Grass? We’re ranking Oklahoma’s defensive groups by steakhouses—and yes, it’s as fun as it sounds. From the d-line to the DBs, we give you the meaty truth on who’s seasoned, who’s still marinating, and which group might just be ready to file…
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Breaking down Ben Arbuckle's Playbook
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1:13:09Ben Arbuckle’s | Air Raid Breakdown | OU Football Film Room Part 1 - Y- Cross Welcome back to The Champion Standard! In this deep-dive episode, we break down one of Ben Arbuckle’s favorite passing concept: Yankee (aka Y-Cross)—the foundational route combo powering his Air Raid philosophy. From field spacing to film analysis, we show how this play m…
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On this episode of Champion Standard, we break down John Mateer’s full film, analytics, and why he's being called a walking It-Factor. From elite throws to killer red zone instincts, Rob goes deep into the tape and shows you exactly why this kid can dominate the SEC under Ben Arbuckle’s offense. 📊 Full coverage breakdowns 🎯 NFL-caliber throws 🚨 Hon…
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Rob and Brad welcome back Charlie from The Football Brainiacs for a loaded episode. They break down OU softball’s postseason fight, dive deep into recruiting momentum, and close out with thoughts on the Thunder’s Finals run. Let’s ride. 👇 Timestamps 👇 00:00 – Intro: OU Softball 10:44 – OU’s Path in the WCWS 17:39 – Million-Dollar NIL Deals & What I…
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SOONERS STAY ROLLIN': Ladies WCWS, Thunder Heating Up & OU Lands Recruiting Stud! 🔥
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54:46OU Softball is headed back to OKC for their 9th straight Women's College World Series and the road to a 5-peat starts NOW. We break down the Sooners' dominant Super Regional win over Alabama, a heavyweight WCWS showdown vs Tennessee, and what to expect from Landry and Gabby Garcia on the big stage. ⚡ We also dive into the Thunder’s playoff push—can…
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🎙️ CHOMP TALK | Mossis Madu Breaks Down OU's RB Room, NIL Chaos & 2024 Predictions Welcome back to Champion Standard — this episode of Chomp Talk features former Oklahoma Sooners running back Moses Madu, and it's a must-watch for any OU fan trying to stay grounded in the hype. 🏈 From the addition of Jaydn Ott to the state of the trenches, Moses kee…
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🔥 OU’s spring is a wrap — and @ChampStandardPod is breaking it all down. 🏈 Portal wins 🎯 Depth chart movers 🐆 Dolby at cheetah ⚡️ Bowen Bros in the backfield 🧠 Replacing Danny & Billy 😤 Who’s RMT’s Robin? The SEC clock is ticking ⏳ 🎧 Full recap: [YouTube Link] #BoomerSooner #OU #SECBy - Brad and Rob
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Jaydn Ott is officially a Sooner! Plus OU Softball owns Texas (again) + NFL Draft Reactions | FULL Breakdown 🚨 In this action-packed episode, we dive into: 🏆 OU Softball sweeping Texas — and why Patty Gasso officially owns Mike White (Patty’s his Daddy! 😂) ⚜️ Danny Stutsman drafted by the Saints — and how learning next to Demario Davis could launch…
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J.Y. Breaks Down the Trench Battles In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob and Brad welcome back the one and only J.Y. — our resident offensive line guru — for a no-holds-barred breakdown of Oklahoma's offensive line heading into the 2025 season. We talk: ✅ Projected Starting Five ✅ Spring Practice Standouts ✅ CJ Nickson's Case to Play Tight End…
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Spring Ballin’ | OU Football, Basketball, Softball & Baseball Update In this episode of Champion Standard, Brad returns from his “vacation” (aka moving nightmare) and dives headfirst into everything Sooner Nation. From spring football buzz to postseason basketball fallout, we’re breaking it all down. 🏈 Spring Football Updates – John Mateer turning …
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EPISODE TITLE: Deception and Destruction – Breaking Down the Counter Game 🏈 PODCAST: Champion Standard 🎧 GUEST: Coach Flo 📍 TOPIC: The Counter Run Game in Ben Arbuckle’s Offense & Its Future at Oklahoma In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob is joined by Coach Flo for a deep dive into one of the most explosive (and misunderstood) run concepts in…
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James Hale joins the show! Softball, Spring Football, and Selection Sunday. 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Softball continues to roll 5:00 James Hale 42:00 Kanak the H-Back 54:00 #9 Seed vs UCONN 1:00:00 Wrap-upBy - Brad and Rob
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Brad and Rob celebrate OU softball wins, Thunder win and the spring football hype train. 0:00 Intro 2:00 Softball Queen's continue to Slay! 9:30 Spring Hype Train. 16:00 Kanak and TE Room 26:00 Spring Injuries and Random's 39:00 Thunder Roll 49:00 Wrap-up Thank you Everyone!!!By - Brad and Rob
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Brad and Rob discuss the additions of Jim Nagy and the Ben Arbuckle offense. We're joined by W&P Offensive Coordinator Connor Floden to start our Clinic Series on the Ben Arbuckle offense. You can find Coach on his X @CJFLODEN and at his Discord Coaches Den. 0:00 Introduction 4:30 Jim Nagy 20:00 Coach Floden Intro 25:00 Dashboard Walkthrough 33:00 …
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Brad and Rob appreciate the Super Bowl Sooners and make predictions! Thank you for listening!! 0:00 Introduction 4:00 Real Fans 8:30 Jalen Hurts 15:00 Barkley and LJ 22:00 Chiefs 25:00 Creed Humphrey 30:00 Perine! 35:00 Dynasty? 42:00 Predictions 50:00 Wrap-upBy - Brad and Rob
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2025 Oklahoma Sooners Softball Preview! 0:00 Intro 4:00 Rocket Ship 8:00 New Excitement 11:30 Future Star 17:00 Pitching Staff 22:30 SEC Schedule 31:00 Football Off-season 44:00 Breakdown coming soon 47:00 Excitement 49:00 Wrap-upBy - Brad and Rob
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Brad and Rob talk about the Natty Formula, take a look at the latest Depth Chart and the situation at DC. 0:00 Introduction 3:00 National Championship 20:00 Natty Formula 26:00 Depth Chart Talk 1:04:00 Jim Knowles Saga 1:13:00 Wrap-upBy - Brad and Rob
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Brad and Rob provide their thoughts on the portal process and playoffs! 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Recruiting Toby! 3:00 TFB Love 7:00 Portaling 30:00 TE Room Upgrades?!? 36:00 CFB Playoff Football 45:00 NFL Playoffs 54:00 Baker Mayfield Appreciation. 1:00:00 Wrap-upBy - Brad and Rob
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