Episodes

Al Hood, Tar Heel Blog, chimes in on what he was most impressed with from Saturday’s game against USC. UNC eliminated the run for USC, which Adam says was one of the most surprising things he saw from them. Does Al agree or was there something else that takes the cake for him? There’s still issues on coverage, so does Al believe it’s important that they get that figured out before the upcoming App State game? Regarding Holloway, what would NOT surprise Al? What’s AL’s stance on the Tez Walker s...

Wes Durham, ESPN/ACC Network, on his predictions for each division and his opinion on the latest ACC expansion. What insight does Wes give about the Mountain West? Starting with UNC, Adam thought their offensive front looked pretty impressive; but even more so their defense. How did Wes feel about what he saw? What were Wes’ only pause for concern with UNC? Looking at Duke vs Clemson, where both teams had mistakes, what does Wes think was the biggest disappointment for either team? Wes breaks d...

Brett McMurphy, Action Network HQ, on how he thinks this will play out for the ACC. What are the REAL reasons behind the ACC adding Cal, Stanford, & SMU?? Desperation, money, or something else? If they’re adding these schools, than why doesn’t the ACC add more? Brett believes schools will still end up leaving the ACC, so which schools is he convinced are on their way out (eventually)? Can he see far enough in the future where Brett sees THIS scenario, which would make college football look more...

Josh Graham, WSJS, on why he hates this decision to add Cal, Stanford, and SMU to the ACC. Why does Adam and Josh completely disagree about this aspect of the new additions? Josh doesn’t criticize Jim Phillips for THAT, but he does for THIS. Adam gives his “pros” and cons of all this. What isn’t being talked about enough, in Josh’s opinion? It makes sense to Josh WHY this was done, but Adam completely disagrees. Where do you stand?

Stephen Igoe, Hoist The Colours, on how he believes the Pirates will handle the competition against Michigan. What’s different about the matchup between Michigan vs other schools for ECU? Life after Holton Ahlers, what will that look like for ECU? Where are the Pirates when it comes to rebuilding? Which games would Stephen love to see become regular games for ECU? What’s a “good season” for ECU?

Luke DeCock, News & Observer, on how he thinks the revenue gap is ACTUALLY going to be closing in after this expansion. Where do Luke and Adam disagree about the ACC adding Cal, Stanford, and SMU? Where does Luke see things going and are there positives to this expansion? Who do you agree with more about ACC’s expansion?

Ira Schoffel, Warchant.com, on Cal, Stanford, & SMU joining the ACC. What was FSU prepared to do if they didn’t get their way? What position does Ira think FSU has (or had)? Can they get out of the Grant of Rights somehow? Ira still hasn’t gotten anyone who’s able to explain HOW FSU would be able to do this. What’s different NOW compared to ten years ago with the Big Ten? Does Ira think we’re headed to seeing college football as we’ve never seen it before? What’s Ira’s belief that FSU REALLY wa...

Evan Cohen, ESPN morning show, on his new position with ESPN and what’s going on around the world in sports. Adam asks Evan what he thinks is going on with the NCAA? Why are some of these rules SO crazy? Evan gives a story to show this. The older you are, the more you can get away with… even in sports??

Cory Smith, PackPride.com, getting firsthand perspective at the first NC State game vs UCONN tonight. What are Cory’s thoughts and hopes for the Pack offense? What does he anticipate from the new QB, Brenan Armstrong, with this roster? How does he see this 2023-24 team stack up against UCONN? With the variety that they’re able to provide this season, Adam doesn’t see the limitations they may have had last year. Does Cory agree? Depth seems to be one of Cory’s biggest concerns and he explain why...

Collyn Taylor, On 3/GameCock Central, on how he believes the game will turn out and the rest of USC’s season. Is there a disrespect card for USC to play? Where might USC feel the most pressure in this game that kicks the season off? Does Collyn think USC is equipped to score a high scoring game or will they want to keep it lower? What would USC beating Clemson mean to USC? Their schedule seems heavily front loaded, so how does Collyn think they’ll handle it this year and which games are the mos...

Brett Friedlander and Mark Ennis on the state of the ACC right now. How do the guys feel about the ACC and revisiting the idea of adding SMU, Cal, And Stanford? Where do they see the ACC going from this idea, especially if these schools are added? Are there schools they think are better fits for the ACC than those three? For the league, how big is UNC vs USC? What does the ACC need to do to get back to being respected like they once were? What else can the ACC do to help, in Mark’s opinion? Plu...

Grant Paulsen, 106.7 The Fan in Washington, on what these comments may be suggesting for the current Washington Commanders roster. There’s been a lot of moments in Ron Rivera’s coaching career where he’s made comments he probably shouldn’t have, so what the latest? Can Washington fans really trust the group that was brought in for the QB position after hearing his most recent comments? What’s going on with their QB situation regarding Tyler Heinicke and Sam Howell? Does Ron Rivera think everyon...

Brenden Whitted, HU Bison Express, on the latest NBA news for the off season and the upcoming 2023-24 season. Shouldn’t USA be able to send a competitive team when it comes to playing competitively against other international teams? Looking at the Charlotte Hornets, PJ Washington is a very good player. But was he lowballed, when looking at his compensation? How does Brenden think PJ will do on the Charlotte Hornets team?

Hayes Permar, The Rialto Theatre, on why college athletics and now meshing with a local movie theatre. What’s the appeal of showing a college football game, and potentially other sporting events, at a big theater? What else may be coming in the scenario? What goes in to making this happen? What are the possible avenues?

Adam Witten, Appalachian State University PxP, on what App State is doing this year to get the football program but on track after last season. What can we expect out of the new QB, Ryan Burger? What’s different about Ryan Burger compared to past QBs like Chase Brice and Zack Thomas? What’s Adam excited to see about this newer team? Appalachian State travels down the mountain to Chapel Hill for a matchup against UNC on Spet 9th. How does Adam feel about the Sunbelt division these days compared ...

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, addresses some beef Adam has with Chip’s colleague who recently ranked college QBs. Does Chip agree, and if not where does he think Riley Leonard should fall? NCSU vs UCONN: is there reason to worry if you’re the Wolfpack? What does Chip anticipate seeing? UNC vs USC: where might they fall short? If USC is effective, how might it look? What’s a real concern for UNC’s defense? LSU vs FSU: which of these two schools were legitimately good at the end of last year and wh...

Conor O’Neill, Deacons Illustrated, on Wake Forest gearing up for their first game against Elon. What’s the Deacons offense going to look like this year, if any different than last year? How do they keep coming up with these outstanding players? What’s Wake Forest’s QB ceiling? How does Conor believe the Deacs will handle the schedule they’re given this year?

Bob Harig, Sports Illustrated, on the whole reason for giving yourself picks when it comes to the tour. Was he concerned, at all, that there’d be any pushback when it comes to LIV and Brooks Koepka and the tour? Was there ever a consideration to take Dustin Johnson? He’s also seen a lot of blow back about Justin Thomas. Did he think Lucas Glover had a chance?

Adam Smith, Inside Carolina, on UNC’s practices as they gear up for Sept 2nds game to kick the season off. Before diving into everything UNC, what was it like during yesterday’s campus shooting from the perspective of someone who was there? Is there any notion that UNC could just play Tez Walker and see what happens? What procedures are they taking on whether they’ll be able to use Tez or not? How has the appeal process going?

Jim Szoke, voice of the ECU Pirates and the Carolina Panthers, on ECU gearing up for their first game against Michigan. What’s the difference for Jim, going from play by play for the NFL and now adding college football to the resume? What chances is Jim giving the Pirates to make it all the way? What are the Carolina Panthers still looking for, after finishing all three preseason games? Which injuries are they sure of, one way or another, regarding whether they’ll be playing any time soon or no...

Mike Glennon, NC State Alum/NFL QB, on what he anticipates for this NC State football season. Adam has a list of things he wants to see from NC State’s offense, but does Mike think Dave Doeren will actually do this? The defense SHOULD be well off this season and put together in a way they SHOULD be successful. Does Mike agree with this assessment and what does he see in State’s defense? NC State may have lost some players from last season, but they still have some big player makers on the roste...

Will Brinson, CBS Sports, on the Trey Lance trade and the end of football friendlies. Is it possible to say that the 49ers are terrible at drafting QBs, but at the same time have a good team? Are the 49ers getting a pass with their recent trades? Why didn’t the 49ers just stay with Jimmy G? Jerry Jones is trying to say the Trey Lance trade has no impacts on Dak Prescott, but how would it not? What’s going to happen with Jonathan Taylor and the Colts? Who’s Will’s picks to win the NFC South? NFC...

Joe Person, The Athletic, on what he took away from the last preseason game and the three preseason games as a whole. What are his thoughts on Ickey Enkwonu and his performance in the preseason? What are some of Joe’s concerns when it comes to the roster and adjustments they’re having to make? Which guys really need to step up for the Carolina Panthers, in Joe’s opinion, for them to have a successful season? Does Joe see them going to the playoffs this year? Looking at the NFC South division, a...

Mike DeCourcy, SportingNews.com, on where he stands with all of this and what he believes they SHOULD be doing. What are the alternatives that the ACC hasn’t thrown out as an option? Is it better business to do nothing versus what they’re leaning towards doing? Adam believes the ACC SHOULD’VE jumped at grabbing these two schools a few years back, but here’s why Mike doesn’t think it would’ve gone the way Adam believes it would’ve. Who do you agree with? What does Mike think college football/spo...