Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

It's a HUGE episode of the Aaron Torres Sports, as Aaron is joined by Louisville head basketball coach Chris Mack! The two discuss his 2019-2020 Cardinals squad, his respect for John Calipari and a number of other big topics heading into the season. But first, Aaron hits on a number of different topics across college basketball. The "Rich Paul Rule" Plus Other College Basketball Topics: Torres leads things off with the NCAA's new rules on agents, which some are calling the "Rich Paul Rule" in honor of LeBron's agent. Aaron says this has nothing to do with Rich Paul, and everything to do with protecting fringe NBA Draft picks. Also, Aaron discusses a devastating injury for Arizona basketball, USC signing the No. 1 high school player in America, and Auburn coming down on itself with crazy punishment. Louisville head coach Chris Mack: Next, Aaron is joined by Louisville head coach Chris Mack. The two discuss his team, which many believe will be ranked in the Top 5 coming into the year. He discusses what he's see

It's a new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron is back with plenty to talk about. He shares his early thoughts of Week 1 in college football, before transitioning to a few different basketball stories that caught his attention. Here is the rundown for today's show:   College Football Week 1 Thoughts: With college football now just three weeks away, Aaron discusses some games that he finds interesting heading into the season. Oregon-Auburn is the headliner of Week 1, and a game that is esentially "must win' for both. Plus, a sneaky good game Week 1, as well as thoughts on Texas-LSU in the second week of the season.   Another player will skip college basketball: Aaron discusses the decision of five-star Marjon Beauchamp to skip college. Beauchamp is heading into his senior year of high school, and Aaron wonders why, if college won't help him get to the NBA, why is he playing high school this season? Also, are we sure this "trend" of high school players skipping college is here to stay?   Cam'Ro

We've officially hit the summer doldrums but the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast must go on, as Aaron is joined by his old buddy Nick Coffey to discuss a bunch of random mid-summer topics. The guys go all over the place, discussing: A Couple Random College Football Thoughts: As the summer drags along painfully, the guys discuss how there is seemingly less college football hype this year than in previous summers. Does it have anything to do with the fact that virtually everyone believes Alabama and Clemson will play for the title? Plus the guys discuss Bama and Tua playing with a chip on their shoulder after the Tide got smoked by Clemson and Tua was robbed of the Heisman. Also, did Georgia already miss their best window to beat Bama? Last Chance U Review: The guys discuss Aaron's interview with Coach Jason Brown and Season 4 of Last Chance U in general. Both guys explain why they've grown to enjoy Coach Brown and believe he really does enjoy playing the villan role. Also, can he parlay his current media tour into

It was a busy weekend in basketball and Aaron Torres is here to recap it all, as he talks shoes deals for Zion Williamson and RJ Hampton, college basketball betting odds and a big recruiting weekend for Kentucky. Here is a recap of today's show: Zion Williamson and RJ Hampton get shoe deals: Zion Williamson signed a record-setting shoe deal late last week, and Aaron believes that much of the credit has to go to the exposure he received at Duke. Aaron explains the value that college basketball still plays in helping build a player's brand, and why he wouldn't have gotten the same money had he not gone to Duke. Aaron also discusses the shoe deal RJ Hampton signed last week, why he's happy for Hampton, but that it's not as big a deal as people are making it out to be. A look at next year's college basketball title odds: Last week a few sites updated their college basketball title odds, and Aaron tells you where the best bets lie. He tells you why you should stay away from the favorites, but schools like Louisvil

It's an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron is joined by a very special guest: Former Kentucky Wildcat and first round pick of the Miami Heat Tyler Herro. The guys talk about Herro's time in Lexington, his breakout summer league performance and so much more.  Today's episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast is brought to you by BlueChew. To try a free sample of Blue Chew, head to BlueChew.com and use the promo code "Torres" at checkout.  Before Herro, Aaron is solo discussing: The Big 12-SEC Challenge: On Tuesday reports surfaced that Kentucky will play Texas Tech in the headline game of the Big 12-SEC challenge next season. Aaron explains the incredible rise of the Texas Tech "brand" and why the Red Raiders won't take a dip next year after making the title game? Will this be a matchup of Top 10 teams? Plus, Aaron explains why Baylor-Florida will be a game to watch, and how will Tennessee match up with Kansas in their trip to Phog Allen. Aaron also talks about another recruiting w

Just days after the debut of the latest season of "Last Chance U", former Independence Community College head coach Jason Brown joins the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast to discuss what went wrong at Indy last year, and what's next for him (don't worry, there are no show spoilers). Before Coach Brown though, a couple topics from the weekend: Recap of last week's media days: Aaron talks about the biggest stories from last week's media days. He explains why he was disappointed to hear Jim Harbaugh call out Urban Meyer -- would Harbaugh have made the same comments if he had to coach against Meyer this season? Aaron also discusses Nick Saban's comments at SEC Media Day on how his assistant coaches weren't locked in at the end of last season. Were the comments disrespectful to Clemson, following their title game beat down of Bama last year? Last Chance U head coach Jason Brown joins the show: With the new season of "Last Chance U" out, former coach Jason Brown joins the show for an exclusive interview. What went wrong

It's an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron welcomes two guests to today's show. First he talks SEC media days with his buddy Ryan Fowler, a radio host in Tuscaloosa. Then he welcomes on former Kentucky Wildcat Mark Krebs, who talks about his time playing with John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins, as well as the TBT, which comes to Lexington this weekend. qpf4t55z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast is brought to you by BlueChew. To try a free sample of Blue Chew, head to BlueChew.com and use the promo code "Torres" at checkout.  We have officially reached the point where college basketball and college football overlap on the calendar and Aaron Torres has you all covered. He talks about the Emoni Bates hype at Peach Jam, before he gives you his favorite college football over/under win total bets. Then he welcomes in KSR's Jack Pilgrim for a deep dive into everything that happened at Peach Jam this weekend.  Here's a recap of today's show:  Is the Emoni Bates Hype Too Much: Aaron opens the show by talking about the biggest story at Peach Jam, the arrival of Emoni Bates. Bates is considered by many to be the best high school basketball prospect since LeBron James, but Aaron wonders, is it too much too soon? Aaron thinks so, and explains why it will be tough for Bates to live up to the hype.  College football over/under win totals: With SEC Media Days k

It’s an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, as Aaron brings you into the weekend talking a number of different basketball topics, and even a little bit of football. Here is a rundown of today’s show: N.C. State gets hit by the NCAA: The first school involved in college basketball’s FBI trial got hit with a Notice of Allegations – NC State. Aaron explains why NC State will be such an important case to determine how much the NCAA will punish schools in the FBI probe, and he also explains why he believes the NCAA should be lenient with the Wolfpack. Also he shares funny stories of his interactions with the two men at the center of the NCAA sanctions – Mark Gottfried and Dennis Smith Jr. Tyler Herro balls out in Summer League: Aaron discusses the scorching hot play of Tyler Herro in Las Vegas. Is this proof that colleges do in fact “produce” pros and not just recruit them? Grab Bag! After the Oklahoma City Thunder were forced to trade Paul George, does Billy Donovan regret not taking the Michigan

After a week away, Aaron has a lot to talk about. The newlywed is back and ready to talk all things sports. He jumps from the NBA to college football and college basketball before answering your questions and welcoming former MLB commissioner Bud Selig to the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve got a little bit of a different Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. After recapping the weekend that was, Aaron is joined by a very special guest: New XFL commissioner Oliver Luck. Highlights: NBA Free Agency: Aaron talks about the crazy first day of NBA free agency. Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving are heading to the Nets — but Aaron thinks it says more about the Knicks. Is this the lowest moment for franchise ever, in the history of pro sports? Aaron thinks it just might be. Also, can KD and Kyrie work in New York? The Indiana-Kentucky conversation pops up again: Last week, the debate on renewing the Indiana-Kentucky series reemerged when John Calipari was asked about it in the SEC Basketball Teleconference. Aaron understands why Kentucky doesn’t want the game, but he also thinks Indiana is missing out on a big opportunity. Does IU need this game to help re-establish their national brand? XFL Commissioner Oliver Luck joins the show: Aaron and XFL commissioner Oliver Luck sat down for a face-to-face conversation

It’s an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Kerry Blackshear’s decision headlines the show, he answers YOUR questions and he is joined by a big-time guest: N.C. State head coach Kevin Keatts! Here is a rundown of today’s show: Kerry Blackshear picks Florida: After a never-ending wait, Kerry Blackshear finally made his … Continue reading "Ep. 161: Blackshear Picks Florida + N.C. State Coach Kevin Keatts" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Monday and you know what that means, it’s time for an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron is flying high with the news that UConn is headed back to the Big East and wonders when Kerry Blackshear will pick a school. Later, Nick Coffey joins to talk more NBA Draft. … Continue reading "Aaron Torres Sports Podcast Ep.160: UConn is Back in the Big East + More NBA Draft Thoughts" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Friday, and the NBA Draft is officially over. What better way to re-live it all, than with an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast? Aaron takes you through the highs and lows, and peaks and valleys of the draft, discussing a number of topics, including… The NBA Draft shows the value … Continue reading "Ep. 159: A Full NBA Draft Recap" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a wild weekend across hoops, and Aaron has you covered on an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. The show hits on hoops at all levels, ranging from the impact of the Anthony Davis trade, a preview of the 2019 NBA Draft and a look at a couple of big … Continue reading "Ep. 158: Anthony Davis, Kerry Blackshear + an NBA Draft Preview" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Thursday and it’s time for an all new episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, with a very special guest: ESPN’s Seth Greenberg joins the show! First though, Aaron is joined by his good friend Nick Coffey, as they whip around the world of sports. Here is a rundown of today’s show: Thoughts on … Continue reading "Ep. 157: Seth Greenberg joins the show!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re starting the week with a very special episode of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron is joined by one of the iconic names in all of grassroots basketball, Sonny Vaccaro. Vaccaro talks about all the issues plaguing college hoops, including assistant coaches going to jail, and his thoughts on RJ Hampton, in a wildly … Continue reading "Ep. 156: Sneaker Mogul Sonny Vaccaro + Kerry Blackshear Update" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s better way to get the weekend started than by downloading an all new Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron riffs on the biggest topics across college hoops. He hits on a number of topics, starting with: The Latest on Kerry Blackshear: Kerry Blackshear is the last big puzzle piece for the 2019-2020 college basketball season, … Continue reading "Ep. 155: Kerry Blackshear Update + Arizona Assistant Gets Prison Time" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a busy Monday hosting Kentucky Sports Radio, Aaron Torres is back to his regular stomping grounds of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast, to discuss a wild couple days in college hoops with his good buddy Nick Coffey. With the NBA Draft deadline behind us, it’s time to take a deep dive, including: Are Kentucky … Continue reading "Ep. 154: Are UK and UofL really both Top 5 teams next season?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been one wild week for the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Early in the week, Aaron started an international controversy, all while the NBA Draft deadline came and went. Aaron talks about his beef with Australia, the winners and losers from the NBA draft deadline and he answers your questions! Here is a rundown for … Continue reading "Ep. 153: Aaron’s Beef with Australia + NBA Draft Deadline + Early Top 25" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices