Colin’s joined by legendary sportswriter and New York Times best-selling author Ian O’Conner!

They start with how Rick Pitino was able to take over at St. John’s and turning the program into one of the best in the country, and why he’s one of the greatest college basketball coaches of all-time (4:00). 

They pivot to Duke and why the team was able to retain its status as a top college basketball program under Jon Scheyer after legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski retired, and what makes Scheyer such an effective coach (7:15).

They move to the NBA and discuss why the Knicks were able to build their best team in years but still needing to make moves to get over the hump and win a title, and whether coach Tom Thibodeau can survive an early round playoff exit (11:45).

They try to decipher the lack of clarity surrounding the future of Aaron Rodgers, whether he’ll retire if the Vikings decide not to sign him, and whether the Giants or Steelers would be the better backup plan (23:00).  

They discuss UConn basketball taking a step back this year under Dan Hurley, whether it was as ugly behind the scenes as it was on the court and why Hurley was able to overcome some serious roster deficiencies (28:00).  They also debate where the 2024 UConn national championship team ranks amongst the all time greatest college basketball teams (33:00). 

They talk about what’s been missing from college basketball in recent years and the NIL has become a life preserver for the sport (37:45).

They recap the Dodgers recent moves to build an all-star team and Colin asks whether the Steinbrenner family has made missteps that have led the Yankees to fall behind LA despite making more money (44:30). 

Finally, they discuss the decline of the art of the sports column and why Ian gravitated towards writing books (51:30). 

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Colin’s joined by legendary sportswriter and New York Times best-selling author Ian O’Conner!

They start with how Rick Pitino was able to take over at St. John’s and turning the program into one of the best in the country, and why he’s one of the greatest college basketball coaches of all-time (4:00). 

They pivot to Duke and why the team was able to retain its status as a top college basketball program under Jon Scheyer after legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski retired, and what makes Scheyer such an effective coach (7:15).

They move to the NBA and discuss why the Knicks were able to build their best team in years but still needing to make moves to get over the hump and win a title, and whether coach Tom Thibodeau can survive an early round playoff exit (11:45).

They try to decipher the lack of clarity surrounding the future of Aaron Rodgers, whether he’ll retire if the Vikings decide not to sign him, and whether the Giants or Steelers would be the better backup plan (23:00).  

They discuss UConn basketball taking a step back this year under Dan Hurley, whether it was as ugly behind the scenes as it was on the court and why Hurley was able to overcome some serious roster deficiencies (28:00).  They also debate where the 2024 UConn national championship team ranks amongst the all time greatest college basketball teams (33:00). 

They talk about what’s been missing from college basketball in recent years and the NIL has become a life preserver for the sport (37:45).

They recap the Dodgers recent moves to build an all-star team and Colin asks whether the Steinbrenner family has made missteps that have led the Yankees to fall behind LA despite making more money (44:30). 

Finally, they discuss the decline of the art of the sports column and why Ian gravitated towards writing books (51:30). 

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March Madness is upon us, and Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter couldn't be more excited. Today they welcome Big Bets On Campus podcast contributor Jim Root to the program to talk all things betting in The Big Dance, including upsets, moneyline favorites, Final Four picks and more. 

And if you want to see all of us INCLUDING Jim Root at our live show, RSVP now to join us for our free Chicago live event, Elite 8 Saturday March 29th at the beloved venue Joe's On Weed.

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After the Dodgers officially started the 2025 season with a win over the Cubs in Japan, Colin believes Shohei Ohtani is having a Tiger Woods-like effect on Major League Baseball. He also shares his first Herd Hierarchy ranking the top 10 rosters in the NFL after free agency. Plus, 2-time Super Bowl champion Kyle Van Noy joins the show in studio to talk about the various free agent signings around the league and playing with Lamar Jackson

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2-time Super Bowl champion Kyle Van Noy joins the show in studio to talk about the various free agent signings around the league and playing with Lamar Jackson

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Colin gives his list of the top 10 NFL teams after free agency 

Thoughts on what direction the Giants will go at quarterback 

Will the Steelers be trapped if they can't land Aaron Rodgers?

Guest: Nick Wright 

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Colin gives his thoughts on the Dodgers after their win over the Cubs 

Thoughts on the Warriors bad loss against the Nuggets and what Golden State should be concerned with

The Giants have a huge need and quarterback that can be fixed in the upcoming draft

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John opens this week on the podcast diving into how unpredictable the NFL Draft is and how you don't need to have a top pick to pick the best players as long as you have the right people evaluating the talent. Next, John talks about the Bengals paying Chase and Higgins and gives his thoughts on if he thinks that was the right decision or if they should have spent some of that money on other positions and players. After, John discusses the latest with the Falcons and Kirk Cousins and gives his take on if he thinks Kirk will be on the roster when the season starts.

Later, John answers your questions in this episode's mailbag segment.

5:55 - The draft is unpredictable

13:26 - The Bengals are spending money

24:41 - Atlanta and Cousins

31:43 - NCAA rev share

38:12 - Mailbag

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Jason breaks down a trio of weekend games including Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a win over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns, without LeBron James. He also discusses the Oklahoma City Thunder holding down Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, as well as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander having another MVP-level game. Finally he discusses the Orlando Magic with a surprising win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Timeline

4:15 - Start

5:30 - Lakers/Suns reaction

21:30 - Thunder/Bucks reaction

41:00 - Magic/Cavs reaction

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