The PGA Tour won so why are they still acting bitter? If LIV Golf is collapsing and the money war is over, it’s time to stop the punishment and let the best players in the world compete again. 

Plus, Hutt and Chad break down why Brendan Sorsby is a perfect example of where we are in sports right now. Sports betting is everywhere… and it’s positioned no different than any other sponsor. Players are told “Don’t Bet On It” and then see “Bet On It”. It’s weird and hard to find the perfect balance.

And OutKick Senior College Writer, Trey Wallace joins to discuss The Big 12’s big play with RedBird Capital, the Brendan Sorsby betting scandal, March Madness expansion and the NIL Arms Race in baseketball: Kentucky and Tennessee are opening the checkbooks like never before.



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It's Time For The PGA Tour To Forgive and Forget + Trey Wallace

Live talk radio from Brian Kilmeade, FOX Across America, and Guy Benson, plus the FOX News primetime programs. Listen to The Five, Special Report with Bret Baier, Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity, Laura Ingle, Shannon Bream and more!

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Chris Simms gets CUT from NBC and suddenly a bizarre NFL rumor explodes coincidence or cover-up? 

The Mike Vrabel–Diana Rossini story just dragged another big name into the chaos, and the timing is raising serious questions.

Plus, Fox Sports Broadcaster, Tim Brando joins Chad to break down the NCAA possibly expanding both Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments.



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Chris Simms Silenced? NBC Firing Sparks NFL Cover-Up Conspiracy

Chad puts on his tinfoil hat and his "Relationship Expert" jersey to tackle the most important dynamic in college hoops: The Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd Power Balance.

David Pollack joinst the show to discuss the Brendan Sorsby gambling issue and the potential for a ban from college football.

Plus, Dr. Cason Shirley on the injury outlook for new NFL rookies.  


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The Over/Under on Sorsby’s Return + David Pollack & Dr. Cason Shirley

Chad breaks down one of the most polarizing storylines of the 2026 NFL Draft: the fall of Vanderbilt legend and Heisman runner-up Diego Pavia. Despite a historic 2025 season where he dragged the Commodores into the national spotlight, Pavia watched 257 names called over three days in Nashville—and none of them were his. 
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Diego Pavia Falls Out Of NFL Draft + Comedian Joe Machi

Hutt and Chad discuss the Hall of Fame NFL Draft prospect that nobody is talking about. Plus Coach Shane Beamer talks South Carolina Gamecocks and Billy Napier on his Florida exit and the bright future ahead at JMU. 




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The Hall of Fame NFL Draft Prospect That Nobody Is Talking About + Shane Beamer & Billy Napier

Grab your cowboy boots and a reinforced liver—the Super Bowl is officially coming to the 615. Following Dan Patrick’s bombshell that Music City has locked in Super Bowl LXIV for 2030, Hutt and Chad dive into the absolute chaos that is about to descend on Lower Broadway. 

Plus, CBS College Football Analyst, Brian Jones on never giving up tacos and why the Big 10 is going to dominate the NFL Draft. 
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Pedal Taverns & Pylon Cams: Nashville 2030 Super Bowl is (Almost) Official

Hutt and Chad break down why the Big 10 is about to dominate the NFL draft and Ned Michaels joins for a deep dive into the latest tremors shaking the professional golf world are we witnessing the beginning of the end for LIV Golf or just a messy transition into a new era of the sport and what about the Bryson Factor: With rumors circulating about Bryson DeChambeau exploring his options, is the LIV roster beginning to crack?


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Big 10 Set To Dominate The Draft + Golf Broadcaster, Ned Michaels

Hutt and Chad break down the growing buzz surrounding a potential blockbuster trade involving Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown and in the modern landscape of high-profile athlete relationships, specifically focusing on WNBA players dating. * Locker Room Logistics: Chad and Hutt debate whether star players dating within their own league—or other professional athletes—should be considered "team business."

Plus, Eagles Front Office Pulse: Armando breaks down why Philadelphia is actually willing to listen to offers for Brown and what the internal timeline looks like and draft night ramifications: With the 2026 NFL Draft just days away, Armando discusses how potential trades for veterans like Brown are affecting the draft boards of teams like the Patriots and Lions.
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AJ Brown to New England is “Likely,” Star Players Dating Makes it Team Business + Armando Salguero

In an explosive exclusive, Hutt and Chad sit down with NFL reporter Crissy Froyd to get the full story behind her sudden termination from USA Today.

The sports media world was rocked this week when USA Today abruptly ended its 10-year relationship with Froyd following her viral tweets regarding Dianna Russini’s resignation from The Athletic. Froyd didn't hold back, suggesting Russini’s departure was a "forced resignation" following controversial photos with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, and claiming the situation was the "worst-kept secret in the NFL reporting world."
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EXCLUSIVE: Crissy Froyd Joins After Being Fired for Speaking Truth on Russini

Is the "Unwritten Rule" book officially dead? Hutt and Chad dive headfirst into the firestorm sparked by a viral 12U baseball celebration that has the sports world divided. Have celebrations finally gone too far, or is this just the new evolution of the game?

Then, we transition from the diamond to the gridiron with SMU Head Coach Rhett Lashlee. Fresh off the news of his upcoming appearance in the 2026 Peach Bowl Challenge, Coach Lashlee joins us to discuss: why spring games are a thing of the past and how much actual time is spent coaching players. 

Finally, with the NFL Draft just days away, draft guru Todd McShay drops by to give us the ultimate insider "intel." Todd breaks down his latest Mock Draft 3.0, Jeremiyah Love's draft floor and which prospects are skyrocketing up team boards in the final 72 hours.
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Bat Flips, Draft Slips, & Pony Up: Is Baseball Too Flashy? + Todd McShay & Rhett Lashlee

The headlines say she’s out, but the attitude says she’s digging in. Hutt and Chad break down the messy departure of Russini. Is this a legitimate career pivot, or a tactical retreat disguised as a moral high ground?

Plus, OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero joins to do a deep dive into the "non-apology" heard 'round the media world and what to watch for during the NFL draft. 
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Disgraced Russini “Resigns” But Refuses to Accept Guilt

Hot Mic pays tribute to a true titan of the sidelines and a beloved figure in the NFL community: Dave McGinnis. Known affectionately as "Coach Mac," he wasn't just a defensive mastermind; he was the heartbeat of every locker room he entered.

With the draft board heating up, Matt Simms joins the show to dive deep into the film to find the signal-callers the mainstream media might be overlooking.

Plus, MLB legend and 2x World Series Champion Johnny Damon discusses  the seismic shifts happening across the league with the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS)—better known as "Robo-Umps." And with the league eyeing new markets, Johnny weighs in on which cities are truly ready for a franchise and how adding more teams might impact the talent pool and the grind of a 162-game season.
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Remembering Coach Dave McGinnis + Matt Simms Joins to Talk Sleeper QB Picks & Johnny Damon talk ABS & MLB Expansion

The 2026 Masters wrapped up in legendary fashion, and Hutt and Chad break down Rory McIlroy’s historic back-to-back victory.

But let’s be real—the golf is only half the story. Hutt and Chad dive into why Jim Nantz remains the undisputed GOAT of the broadcast. Whether he’s calling "a win for the ages" or just giving us that iconic "Hello Friends" at the top of the hour, we discuss why Nantz’s voice is the true soundtrack of April and the best thing about the Masters.
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Hello Friends, History! Rory Goes Back to Back at The Masters

Hutt and Chad dive deep into the media firestorm surrounding NFL insider Dianna Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. After viral photos emerged of the two at a luxury resort in Sedona, Arizona, the internet has been in a frenzy—but Russini seems to be sticking to her playbook.

The guys break down Russini’s decision to largely ignore the noise and continue her usual NFL reporting on X (formerly Twitter). Is this a masterclass in crisis management, or is the "business as usual" approach fueling the fire?
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Dianna Russini’s Silence is Deafening

The birds are chirping, the azaleas are blooming, and... wait, is that a delivery drone hovering over Amen Corner? Hutt and Chad dive into the absolute madness of Amazon’s latest power move: securing early first and second round streaming rights to The Masters. 

Pluse OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero on Florida AG James Uthmeier looking to KILL the Rooney Rule and Crain & Cone Co-Host, David Cone on the Big Ten dominating college sports and how Michigan fell forward into a national championship. 


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Amazon’s Sports Takeover Reaches Augusta, Where Every Pimento Cheese Sandwich is Now Eligible for Same-Day Delivery

The internet is in a full-blown meltdown after photos surfaced of Mike Vrabel and top NFL reporter Dianna Russini looking very comfortable at a luxury Arizona resort. We’re talking hand-holding, sunset hugging, and hot tub "source building."

Hutt and Chad breaks down why a $2,000-a-night bungalow is a weird place for a "press conference," and if "interlocking fingers" is the new way to signal a blitz package. Is this the ultimate power play, or did the Patriots' coach just get caught in the ultimate coverage lapse?

As the sports world shifts its gaze from the pool to the pines, Ned Michaels joins the program to preview The 2026 Masters.

Can Rory McIlroy pull off the unthinkable and go back-to-back?

Ned gives us the inside track on the lightning-fast greens at Augusta and tells us which dark horse is ready to ruin your betting slip.




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Mike Vrabel CAUGHT Poolside with Bikini Clad reporter + Ned Michaels Previews the Masters

Holly Rowe is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. After a controversial podcast appearance during the Final Four, the ESPN veteran is caught scrubbing her social media. We break down the deleted take on Tennessee  Women’s Basketball and why fans are calling her out for being on the "wrong side of history."

Then, Hutt and Chad dive into the total shift in the college sports landscape. Michigan pummels UConn, and it’s becoming clear: the Big Ten isn't just participating—it’s dominating every single sport. From the gridiron to the hardwood, we discuss if anyone can actually stop the B1G's "galactic-scale" takeover.

Plus, we check in on the latest from Barstool Sports. Kayce Smith joins the conversation as we look at the unfiltered state of LSU football and why seafood towers are all the rage. 
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Holly Rowe CAUGHT Deleting Take on UT Women’s Basketball + Michigan Pummels UConn, Big Ten Dominates Every Sport & Barstool Sports, Kayce Smith

Geno Auriemma is an insufferable prick. Danny Hurley is as well but he is a more lovable version of Geno. Yet they both win and win a lot, Chad and Hutt discuss how this can be. 

Plus, Former LSU QB, Josh Booty on why Baton Rouge is on the Lane train and LSU has 40 incoming transfers next season, will this mean a slow start in Baton Rouge?

And OutKick Senior College Writer, Trey Wallace joins from Indy with a preview of Michigan/Uconn and will there be opportunity for Dusty May in the NBA? 
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You Need To Be An A*shole To Win In CBB + Josh Booty weighs in on Mendoza vs. Simpson & Trey Wallace joins LIVE from Indy

Lebron wants the Memphis Grizzlies to Move to Nashville, Kennesaw State Head Football Coach Jerry Mack Joins, and John McClain talks all things NFL.
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Lebron to the Memphis Grizzlies: Move To Nashville Already + Kennesaw State HC Kevin Mack & John McClain |

Hutt and Chad sit down with one of the most efficient scorers to ever step foot on a college hardwood: Belmont Men’s Basketball icon and current coach, Evan Bradds.

We take a trip down memory lane to discuss Bradds’ legendary career at Belmont, where he cemented himself as a cornerstone of the program’s NCAA Division I era. And how his on-court experience translates to his current role on the Belmont sidelines.

Plus, OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero joins the fellas to discuss the possibility of Aaron Rodgers to the Broncos, why Todd Munken missed the coaches photo and the Titans signing QB Hendon Hooker. 


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