Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

We have a loaded Monday show, as Aaron shares quick thoughts on the two NBA Game 7's - and also, a sad end to the burgeoning friendship between him and JJ Redick. What went wrong! Also, thoughts on the NFL schedule release and the biggest "stay or go" NBA Draft decisions! Game 7's reaction + Torres breaks JJ Redick (2:30): Aaron opens the show by sharing quick reactions to the pair of NBA Game 7's on Sunday. Then he discusses the latest twist in his friendship with JJ Redick - as Redick blocked him on Sunday, because he was mad at Aaron for bringing up the tweet that he sent months ago. Thoughts on the NFL schedule (21:00): From there, Aaron continues - and after spending the weekend reviewing everything, he shares his thoughts on the NFL schedule release. He explains why the NFL is officially taking over Christmas Day, why the Chiefs are doomed to underachieve and why one of the NFL's worst teams in destined for success. Also, what the schedule tells us about Tom Brady's future - and are we about to get to

It's a spooky Friday the 13th episode of the Aaron Torres, as Aaron reacts to Scott Satterfield accusing Nick Saban of tampering, as well as Tennessee landing five-star Julian Phillips. Then he rips through the best transfers left in the portal and discusses where they could land, and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Here's a full rundown: Nick Saban vs. Scott Satterfield tampering allegations (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the accusations by Louisville head coach Scott Satterfield that Nick Saban was tampering with star wide receiver Tyler Harrell. Aaron gives the one reason why it's ridiculous to believe that Saban actually tampered with Satterfield's player Tennessee lands a five-star (15:30): Next, Aaron discusses Tennessee landing five-star wing Julian Phillips, and explains what it means for Rick Barnes in his quest to drop the "Never delivers in March" moniker. Best transfers available - and their likely landing spots (24:30): Aaron stays with college hoops, discussi

On today's show, Aaron explains why Tom Brady's mega-TV deal isn't as surprising as you think, and on Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, ranks the Top 5 coaches in college hoops history. Then he hits a mailbag, discussing Mike Leach's crazy playoff tweet, Kentucky recruiting, NIL and more. Here's a full rundown: Tom Brady's mega-TV contract (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the news of Tom Brady's mega, $375 million contract to broadcast games for FOX. Aaron explains why the money isn't as crazy as you think, and why Brady could end up worth every penny. The Top 5 coaches in college hoops history: On Jim Calhoun's 80th birthday, Aaron rips through his list of college hoops greatest coaches. He explains why Calhoun is higher than you think, Dean Smith is lower and what about Coach K? Aaron's definitive list is here. Mailbag on Mike Leach's tweet, NIL, Kentucky recruiting and more: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by hitting a mailbag segment. He answers your questions, on whether Nick Saban and Kirby Smart

It's a jam-packed Friday show, as Aaron discusses whether Lincoln Riley and USC have become college football's newest villain, and how would Emoni Bates fit in at Louisville? Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong," discussing the NFL Draft, Ben Simmons and the NFL making a big move. Also, Aaron shares his story from Tuesday's Dave Chappelle comedy show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron welcomes sports law expert Dan Lust to discuss the future of the NCAA, and what to make of the current NIL and transfer portal rules. Plus he discusses Baylor Schierman's commitment Creighton and why it's NOT NIL related. How to fix college sports with sports law expert Dan Lust (2:00): Aaron opens the show by bringing on sports law expert Dan Lust to ask the question: Can college sports be saved? The guys discuss the state of NIL, why the transfer portal needs to be tweaked - and are we headed towards a future where college athletes are paid employees of the university?Star transfer Baylor Scheierman commits (46:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing the commitment of star transfer Baylor Scheierman. He explains what it means to Creighton and why NIL was NOT the deciding factor - despite reports that say otherwise!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron recaps the NFL Draft and explains what the draft can tell us about college football programs like Georgia, Texas, Alabama and more. He also discusses the messy Jordan Addison/USC situation, Kentucky losing a star assistant coach to Duke and Auburn picking up a key portal addition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded show as Aaron reacts to the NFL Draft, gives his winners and losers and explains why the AJ Brown trade is a sea change moment in the NFL. He discusses a wild story of boosters gone wild and NIL gone bad at Miami, discusses Antonio Reeves commit to Kentucky and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" NFL Draft edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded show as Aaron talks Mark Emmert's unexpected departure and how he would change college sports. Plus one quick NBA thought, Jay Wright's strange comments about coaching in the NBA and Aaron's five biggest winners in the portal so far. Here is a full rundown:Mark Emmert out as NCAA President (2:00): Aaron opens the show with reaction to the shocking news of NCAA President Mark Emmert retiring in 2023. Aaron discusses why change is needed, why anyone will be better than Emmert, and the three things he'd change if he was in charge of the NCAA. One NBA Playoff thought (18:00): From there, Aaron shares one quick NBA playoff thought. He explains why he rarely talks NBA on the show, but why the Nets losing this week (after the Lakers missed the playoffs) is good for the sport. Also he shares some thoughts on the one superstar he feels bad for, and why "old is new" in the league right now.Jay Wright to the NBA (36:00): Next, Aaron talks about Jay Wright's strange comments about potentially coaching in th

Aaron has a LOAED show, discussing Caleb Love's return to UNC - does that make the Tar Heels No. 1 going into next season? Plus, he gives his full updated "Too Early Top 25" sharing the big risers and fallers and finally shares his "five biggest storylines in this year's NFL Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron has full reaction to Jay Wright's shocking retirement, then discusses Oscar Tshiebwe's return to Kentucky and a busy week at UCLA, where three key players made decisions. He wraps by discussing the bizarre, sketchy recruitment of Shaedon Sharpe - the No. 1 prospect who enrolled at Kentucky but never played Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron grades all the big college hoops coaching hires, discusses big transfer news and Mike F***ing Woodson getting another big commit. Plus, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking Kyrie, Baker Mayfield, Emoni Bates and Nick Saban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron wonders why another spring football league - the USFL - has launched after all others have failed, before discussing Emoni Bates decision to transfer. Then he hits on the fascinating recruitment of DJ Wagner, where Kentucky was in control... but now Louisville may have taken the lead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban taking a shot at college sports' leadership and what Armando Bacot's return means for UNC. Also, a transfer portal update, discussing UConn, Kentucky's quiet few weeks and one surprise SEC school's successNick Saban criticizes college sports' leadership (2:00): On today's show, Aaron discusses Nick Saban's pointed comment about the present and future of college sports. Aaron explains why Saban is right, discusses the unintended consequences of no limits on NIL and also, what will college sports look like five years from nowWhat does Armando Bacot's return mean for UNC (17:00): Next up, he goes to the college hoops world, where UNC got huge news, as star forward Armando Bacot returns. Does this news make UNC the new No. 1 in college hoops next year and what does it mean for Caleb Love's future? Also, how NIL could help college basketball going forward.The latest from the transfer portal (28:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with a college hoops transfer portal news and notes

It's Wednesday and we've got a loaded episode of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses "Who is the face of college hoops" post Coach K, a rumor that has Oscar Tshiebwe returning to Kentucky - and also tells you who the 25 best players are in the transfer portal right now.With Coach K retired, who becomes the face of college hoops (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the question "Who is the face of college hoops" now that Coach K is retired. He believes it can only be two people, and explains why guys like Bill Self and Jay Wright will never fit that bill. Could Oscar Tshiebwe actually return to Kentucky (18:00)? From there, Aaron discusses a rumor that surfaced this week that Oscar Tshiebwe will return to Kentucky for another season. Aaron explains how the NIL has changed the landscape of NBA Draft decisions, and why stars like Tshiebwe might be inspired to return to play another year.The Top 25 players in the transfer portal right now (32:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the Top 25 players

On today's show, Aaron looks at some of the bigger football headlines, with spring games underway. He explains why Texas A&M has established itself as a college football villain, why Dabo Swinney still doesn't get it, and also, has Duke recruiting gotten *better* after Coach K? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron reacts to JJ Redick calling him a "f**khead" earlier this week, before getting to the meat of the show. He explains why college hoops is on an upswing and healthier than it's been in years, and discusses all the transfer news, including Arkansas' new commits, Bryce Hopkins leaving Kentucky and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by breaking down every angle of a thrilling final between Kansas and North Carolina. How Kansas did it, what's their future with NCAA sanctions and a newfound respect for Carolina. Plus, Aaron's look at his 2022-2023 "Way Too Early Top 25" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron talks about the Duke-Carolina thriller, what it means for the rivalry and will Duke still be as hateable without Coach K? Then he apologizes to Hubert Davis, and discusses Monday night's title game - finally, he makes his official pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're live from New Orleans with a loaded Aaron Torres Pod - Aaron previews the Final Four and makes his picks, and discusses early transfer portal news including two schools that are hemorrhaging players. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking Mark Emmert, Hubert Davis, Kentucky, Eric Musselman and the Kansas Jayhawks. Ca-caw, ca-caw!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show live from New Orleans, Aaron discusses whether a "blue blood" Final Four is actually good or bad for college basketball, and wait, are non-Duke fans actually rooting for Coach K? Finally, Arkansas picks up another five-star - as the Hogs look like a favorite in 2022-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices