Best The View From The Bench Podcasts (2025)

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The Debrief: Another defeat for Celtic & EFL Cup wins for Man City & Newcastle 37:23

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It’s a busy one on the pod as we are at Tannadice Park, St James’ Park and the Etihad – as Steve Crossman gets the latest from the EFL Cup quarter-finals and asks what’s next for Celtic as they suffer another defeat. The pod starts in Scotland after Wilfried Nancy has now lost all of his first four matches as Celtic manager. It's the first time sin…

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How Connor Bedard's Injury Impacts Team Canada 49:53

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by NHL on Sportsnet host David Amber in-studio (0:26) to chat about general manager Bill Guerin turning the Minnesota Wild into a destination for NHL players with the bold move of trading for Quinn Hughes. Then, they discuss if Connor McDavid can surpass Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux in points per game in…

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Leafs Hour: The Message in the Locker Room 49:55

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. They review Craig Berube's post-game locker room address and discuss the team's slow start, Auston Matthews' response to the fans' third-period boos, and whether the Leafs can take any meaningful takeaways from the incomplete effort.…

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Hour 1--J&J Show Wednesday 12/17/25--Jason's 6th grader is a baller, Knicks win NBA Cup, Grizz, Vandy v Memphis + Coach Hurd - Team Thad NIKE - on holding back students for sports Mem Vandy 44:40

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(1) Jason's 6th grader is a baller, Knicks win NBA Cup, Grizz, Vandy v Memphis(2) Coach Hurd - Team Thad NIKE - on holding back students for sports Mem Vandy

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Hour 2--J&J Show Wednesday 12/17/25--Grizz return of Brandon Clarke, Ja, Timberwolves place in West +Tua benched & later Raheem Palmer-Ringer NBA-on NBA Cup, Grizz, Jaren future, Ja, Grizz guards 51:31

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(1) Grizz return of Brandon Clarke, Ja, Timberwolves place in West +Tua benched(2) Raheem Palmer-Ringer NBA-on NBA Cup, Grizz, Jaren future, Ja, Grizz guards

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Hour 3--J&J Show Friday 12/17/25-- J&J Officially Preview Vanderbilt vs. Memphis - tonight's game, Grizzlies vs. Twolves - Grizz thin lineup tonight. Possibly no Ja, no Cam 37:44

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Hour 3--J&J Show Friday 12/17/25-- J&J Officially Preview Vanderbilt vs. Memphis - tonight's game, Grizzlies vs. Twolves - Grizz thin lineup tonight. Possibly no Ja, no Cam

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72+ EFL Pod: Steve Evans in at Bristol Rovers 48:38

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Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by the new Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans. They chat about his reasons for taking the job, and his sadness at it being of the expense of his friend Darrell Clarke. How did Mrs Evans react when the family’s Christmas holiday was cancelled? Steve’s old Stevenage captain Carl Piergianni is up for debate for t…

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12-17-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Gameplans for the College Football Playoff; how QBs get in the zone; what's next for Tua after being benched? 47:38

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Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with an explanation of what should be the gameplan heading into the CFP; then, Greg says how QBs get into the Zone; later, the guys hear from Alabama coaches & players ahead of the upcoming game against Oklahoma; and finally, Tua gets benched & we wonder what's next for the former Bama QB. "McElroy & …

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12-17-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: What could change before the Playoff; Chris Low talks CFB Coaching Changes; DeBoer's offensive philosophy at Alabama 47:33

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The 8am hour of Wednesday's Mac & Cube kept on with Chris Low, from On3 Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic why Michigan isn't done pursuing Kalen DeBoer, which coaches could be on the move, and how many college coaches are attractive to the NFL; then, listeners chime in with their thoughts on the potential coaching changes and Alabama's offensive phil…

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Chris Low, from On3 Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic why Michigan isn't done pursuing Kalen DeBoer, which coaches could be on the move, and how many college coaches are attractive to the NFL 23:29

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12-17-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Why does Michigan want Kalen DeBoer; Alabama-OU Availability Report breakdown; Coaching Carousel updates 47:47

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Wednesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with Greg finally getting to weigh in on the Kalen DeBoer & Michigan rumors; then, listeners weigh in with their thoughts on the recent coaching searches; later, Greg goes through the availability report for the upcoming CFP games; and finally, we do a quick preview of Alabama vs. Oklahoma. "McElroy & …

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Chelsea saved by subs, Bruno calls out Man United board & Mbappe wins in court against PSG 35:08

15h ago35:08

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Two subs come to Chelsea’s rescue in the Carabao Cup, and is Bruno Fernandes right to be annoyed? Former Cardiff City striker Danny Gabbidon and ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer join Kelly Cates and Alistair Bruce-Ball to review a 3-1 win for Enzo Maresca’s side in the Carabao Cup quarter-final. Cardiff did themselves proud with their performan…

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Vally's View: Goalie Swaps Before Christmas 49:54

1d ago49:54

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne get MSG analyst and CEO of Clear Sight Analytics Steve Valiquette's thoughts (4:34) on the goalie swap between the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins, whether either Tristan Jarry or Stuart Skinner can perform better with their new teams and why it was the right time to trade goaltenders. Then, Vally shares why h…

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Hour 1--J&J Show Tuesday 12/16/25--J&J review the Grizzlies win, Jaren solid effort, Ja injury & Later Jessica Benson on the Grizz and more 44:40

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Hour 1--J&J Show Tuesday 12/16/25--J&J review the Grizzlies win, Jaren solid effort, Ja injury & Later Jessica Benson on the Grizz and more

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Hour 2--J&J Show Tuesday 12/16/25-- NBA Cup, Ime Udoka, Grizz top 4 possible? NFL views from J&J, Silverfield _ Later - World Cup '26 51:31

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Hour 2--J&J Show Tuesday 12/16/25-- NBA Cup, Ime Udoka, Grizz top 4 possible? NFL views from J&J, Silverfield _ Later - World Cup '26

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Hour 3--J&J Show Tuesday 12/16/25--World Cup price drop, World Cup '26 X Olympics, & J&J on NBA Olympic team & later Frank Bonner on new Tiger FB Coach 37:44

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(1) World Cup price drop, World Cup '26 X Olympics, & J&J on NBA Olympic team(2) Memphis Tigers BB has 3 games in 6 days & needs to win(3) Frank Bonner, Daily Memphian, on Charles Huff, Bowl game & next Tigers QB

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Leafs Hour: Will Auston Answer Against Chicago? 49:54

1d ago49:54

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look ahead to the Toronto Maple Leafs' matchup against the Connor Bedard-less Chicago Blackhawks on Joe Bowen night. They discuss what to expect from the leaders after being called out by Craig Berube on Saturday, how Auston Matthews will respond, Joseph Woll's return to the lineup, and more. Then, they cha…

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12-16-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: CFP breakdown; Andy Staples talks Playoff & Portal; what's the definitive Christmas song 46:59

2d ago46:59

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Tuesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube kept on with Andy Staples, from On3 Sports, telling us if Indiana would rather face Oklahoma or Alabama in their first game, why Oregon can win the whole thing, and what caused DJ Lagway to jump into the Transfer Portal; then, the guys try to figure out the one, definitive Christmas song; later, listeners weigh in w…

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Andy Staples, from On3 Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic if Indiana would rather face Oklahoma or Alabama in their first game, why Oregon can win the whole thing, and what caused DJ Lagway to jump into the ... 20:00

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12-16-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: Reranking SEC QBs & looking back at preseason expectations; the 3 teams that can win it all; Jake Butt talks CFP; Andy Burcham talks Auburn 47:38

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The 8am hour of Tuesday's Mac & Cube saw Andy Burcham, the Voice of the Auburn Tigers, tell us how Auburn's dealing with the Transfer Portal entries, what he's learned from the men's basketball team over the last few games, and which song(s) he views as the definitive one(s) for Christmas; then, we re-rank the SEC QBs while looking back at our pres…

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Jake Butt, from the Big Ten Network, tells McElroy & Cubelic why Ohio State is built for National Championship run, where teams can find sustained success against the Indiana Hoosiers, and what's next ... 17:25

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Andy Burcham, the Voice of the Auburn Tigers, tells McElroy & Cubelic how Auburn's dealing with the Transfer Portal entries, what he's learned from the men's basketball team over the last few games, and ... 14:25

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12-16-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Alabama vs. Oklahoma preview; Transfer Portal happenings; Cole finally understands math 47:20

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Tuesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with a preview of Alabama vs. Oklahoma; then, the guys don't like how transactional College Football has become; later, we to understand why TJ Finley has entered the Transfer Portal in hopes of playing in 2026; and finally, Cole think he finally understand how to do math. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morni…

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The OHL trade deadline, the World Junior Hockey Championships, and the OHL's new VP of Hockey Operations 1:05:37

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It's the most wonderful time of the year to be an OHL fan! Unless you're worried about seeing a player you love traded to another team. But if you're hoping your team enters the trade market and strengthens the line-up for the second half, this is the time of year for you. Farwell and Dan look at the teams setting the pace and others that are expec…

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Canucks Move On from Quinn Hughes + Wild's Next Move 49:47

3d ago49:47

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne are joined by Jason Brough (5:18) co-host of Halford & Brough to chat about the Vancouver Canucks trading away Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild, his assessment on the return with Marco Rossi, Liam Ohgren and Zeev Buium plus a first-round pick in 2026, the commitment from Hughes' former teammates for the Canucks orga…

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Leafs Hour: Time For a Matthews Conversation 49:53

3d ago49:53

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Toronto Maple Leafs' 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. They discuss Auston Matthews' decline, the Leafs' decision to make him unavailable to the media post-game, and his response to Craig Berube calling out the team's leadership group. Later, they receive updates on Chris Tanev a…

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Monday Night Club: Pressure at Celtic, Spanish success, Frank under fire & what's upset Maresca? 1:04:46

1d ago1:04:46

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Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Jones, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to discuss a mixed weekend for managers across Scotland and the Premier League. Is Wilfried Nancy already under pressure at Celtic, just three games into the job? The latest defeat came at the hands of St Mirren in the League Cup final and their former captain Stephen McGinn joins th…

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Hour 1--J&J Show Monday 12/15/25---Grizzlies lost to woeful Utah Jazz. Should Grizz consider moving Jaren? & Tigers blasted by Louisville. What's next? Does Memphis need more NIL $$? 51:43

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(1) Grizzlies lost to woeful Utah Jazz. Should Grizz consider moving Jaren?(2) Tigers blasted by Louisville. What's next? Does Memphis need more NIL $$?

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Hour 2--Memphis and NIL problem in basketball then "Rundown" on Shedeur, NFL, Josh Allen, Philip Rivers, Rob Reiner, & John Cena retires 47:02

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Hour 2--Memphis and NIL problem in basketball then "Rundown" on Shedeur, NFL, Josh Allen, Philip Rivers, Rob Reiner, & John Cena retires

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Hour 3--J&J Show Monday 12/15/25--John Martin's look "around college basketball" & John baby on the way & Geoff Calkins joins J&J & thinks Grizz more fixable than the Tigers & Xmas 33:52

2d ago33:52

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(1) John Martin goes "around college hoops" looking at Arizona, Nebraska, and Arkansas(2) "Respect Burgers" from Jason on the Spurs, NBA Cup and Philip Rivers (3) Geoff Calkins joins J&J & thinks Grizz more fixable than the Tigers & Xmas

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12-15-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: CFP Breakdown via Josh Pate; Richard Hendrix talks CBB 47:06

3d ago47:06

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Monday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube saw Josh Pate, whomst covers CFB on Josh Pate's College Football Show, tell us which teams CAN & CANNOT win the Playoff; later, Richard Hendrix, SEC Network basketball analyst, says how good this Arizona team is, why Vanderbilt is a dark horse team in the SEC, and what he wants to see from Alabama & Auburn before con…

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Richard Hendrix, SEC Network basketball analyst, tells McElroy & Cubelic how good this Arizona team is, why Vanderbilt is a dark horse team in the SEC, and what he wants to see from Alabama & Auburn before ... 11:01

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Josh Pate, whomst covers CFB on Josh Pate's College Football Show, tells McElroy & Cubelic which teams CAN & CANNOT win the Playoff 31:28

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12-15-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 2: Which teams CAN/CANNOT win the CFP; Philip unretires & plays well; NFL Week 15 recap 47:04

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The 8am hour of Monday's Mac & Cube continued with a recap of Week 15 in the NFL and the massive & impactful injuries; then, the guys are blown away that Philip Rivers was able to come back & compete in the NFL at 44; and later, we go through the teams in the College Football Playoff and say if they CAN or CANNOT win the whole thing. "McElroy & Cub…

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12-15-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 1: Wild Weekend recap; Paul Finebaum talks SEC & CFP; ideal Christmas destinations 47:13

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Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a recap of the wild action from the Weekend and a discussion on the ideal Christmas destinations; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us how he's cautiously confident in Alabama taking on Oklahoma, why Kalen DeBoer wasn't ever going to take the Michigan job, and how he sees the Playoff playing…

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Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells McElroy & Cubelic how he's cautiously confident in Alabama taking on Oklahoma, why Kalen DeBoer wasn't ever going to take the Michigan job, and how he sees the ... 9:14

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 53:07

2h ago53:07

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Nick Woltemade gives Sunderland a derby win over Newcastle. Rick Edwards is joined by former West Ham & Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Regis Le Bris, Eddie Howe, Morgan Rogers, Arne Slot, Enzo Maresca and Scott Parker. 01:55 A weekend of own goals but …

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Bernardo Silva - The Football Interview 13:54

3h ago13:54

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In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva. They discuss his journey into football coming through the academy at Benfica and his breakthrough at AS Monaco which led to his move Manchester City where he has won 18 major trophies. They also delve into Manchester City's recent for…

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Oilers Trade Stuart Skinner + Navigating Injuries with Paul Maurice 49:52

5d ago49:52

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Former NHL head coach, GM and President Doug MacLean (2:22) returns with Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne to weigh in on the Edmonton Oilers trading away Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Tristan Jarry in the main part of the deal, if the Oilers could've afforded to wait a bit longer and if one or both of Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid …

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Leafs Hour: Slip vs. Sharks + Discouraging Injury Updates 49:55

5d ago49:55

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Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee look back on the Leafs' 3-2 loss to the San Jose Sharks in overtime. They discuss the concerning trend of blown leads, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's injury, first impressions of the William Nylander-led third line, Auston Matthews' poor backcheck in overtime, and Dennis Hildeby continuing to prove he belongs. Then…

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Hour 1--J&J Show Friday 12/12/25--J&J discuss Zach Edey and his health, being out for at least 4 weeks & Anthony Sain, Bluff City Media, on Edey, Grizz, Kalshi, & Charles Huff 50:14

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(1) J&J discuss Zach Edey and his health, being out for at least 4 weeks(2) Anthony Sain, Bluff City Media, on Edey, Grizz, Kalshi, & Charles Huff

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Hour 2--J&J Show Friday 12/12/25--Sherrone Moore, NFL Week 15, Tigers vs. Louisville Wknd, Tony Madlock + Mem vs. Louisville preview 51:59

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Hour 2--J&J Show Friday 12/12/25--Sherrone Moore, NFL Week 15, Tigers vs. Louisville Wknd, Tony Madlock + Mem vs. Louisville preview

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Hour 3--J&J Show Friday 12/12/25---Zach Edey's future, Parth Upadhyaya, Daily Memphian Tigers Reporter, previews Tigers v U of L, Charles Huff 34:50

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(1) Louisville vs. Memphis cont' then Zach Edey's future and a comparison to big man injuries/NBA Weight Comps(2) Parth Upadhyaya, Daily Memphian Tigers Reporter, previews Tigers v U of L(3) Charles Huff shaping the Memphis Tigers Roster with Southern Miss athletes

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12-12-25 McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning Hour 3: Weekend primer; Grace Raynor talks 2025 CFB season; Stanford Steve talks CFP 47:21

6d ago47:21

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Friday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube started off with Grace Raynor, who covers College Football for The Athletic, telling us how wild & wacky the 2025 season has been, what she expects to happen in the College Football Playoff, and when the CFP will expand; then, Stanford Steve, from College Gameday & SportsCenter w/SVP, says how the College Football Pl…