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We’re buzzing about buzzer beaters after the first final shot to decide a game in this NCAA Tournament. Maryland’s Derik Queen called bank and called game to beat Colorado State and move on to the Sweet 16. But that wasn’t the only buzzer-beater Sunday that mattered. UConn nailed a shot as the buzzer sounded that didn’t help the Huskies at all, but it crushed Ari.

The Terrapins advancing also makes the situation involving coach Kevin Willard more interesting. Villanova wants a coach, and Willard might be a candidate. Maryland wants to keep Willard, and the price keeps going up as he keeps winning.

This leads to a discussion of football coaches who exercised similar leverage when they did their deals. Now these coaches are under pressure. Who is under the most pressure this season?

(0:00-12:04) Weekend Recap of March Madness
(12:05-15:12) Huel, 2 Minute Recap
(15:13-35:05) A Deep Dive into Maryland Athletics
(35:06-36:38) Gametime Ad
(36:39-41:06) Ari's Sun Problem, Curtains
(41:07-47:43) How Much Pressure is Billy Napier under?
(47:44-53:40) Pressure for Brent Venables?
(53:41-57:48) Brian Kelly's expectations at LSU
(57:49-1:13:34) Lincoln Riley at USC
(1:13:35-1:15:21) Conclusion

Oklahoma’s Brent Venables?

LSU's Brian Kelly?

USC’s Lincoln Riley?

Auburn’s Hugh Freeze?

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

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(0:00-3:05) Intro: Ari from Vegas
(3:06-11:49) McNeese defeats Clemson
(11:50-27:42) Do we know what's up, Will Wade?
(27:43-28:35) Whataburger
(28:36-34:25) UNC is a favorite over Ole Miss
(34:26-37:10) Story Time with Ari
(37:11-45:13) Former Michigan OC Matt Weiss Indicted
(45:14-59:39) Troy Taylor Accused of bullying
(59:40-1:01:44) Conclusion: Enjoy Day 2 of March Madness!

The first day of the NCAA Tournament was light on upsets but high on intrigue.

McNeese coach Will Wade led one of the upsets — against his alma mater Clemson — and then wasn’t shy about taking questions about his pursuit of the N.C. State job. Wade’s players didn’t seem to mind, either. Is this how coaches should handle job questions in the new era?

John Calipari’s Arkansas team beat Bill Self’s Kansas to set up a round two matchup against Rick Pitino and St. John’s.

Meanwhile, Ari spent Thursday in Las Vegas sweating free throws and late-game drama. Did he survive? Will he make the show?

Friday brings 16 more games. Where will the upsets come? Colorado State is a No. 12 seed but is a 1.5-point favorite against Memphis. No. 11 seed North Carolina is a 1.5-point favorite against No. 6 seed Ole Miss.

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(0:00-1:09) Introduction

(1:10-3:46) Previewing Dia Bell

(3:47-14:11) 5 Star QB Dia Bell joins

(14:12-17:19) Behind the Scenes with Andy & Ari

(17:20-20:21) Whataburger

(20:22-27:34) Dear Andy & Ari - NIL

(27:35-36:02) Ari's Theory on BYU

(36:03-40:29) NCAA Tourney Team

(40:30-48:03) College Football's 2025 Version of John Tonje

(48:04-56:27) Team most likely to take a step back in the SEC

(56:28-1:01:28) Coke, Soda, or Pop?

(1:01:29-1:02:02) Conclusion

As the Round of 64 officially gets underway TODAY, Andy & Ari give you a crossover episode, as we start with an interview with 5 star QB Dia Bell, son of former NBA star Raja Bell. With Dia Bell committed to Texas, Dia Bell discusses expectations in Austin, along with incorporating his game into Steve Sarkisian's offense.

Next, Andy & Ari kick off the mailbag segment with an in depth question on the NIL scene and how the house settlement will affect the overall landscape of the sport.

After that, Ari goes in depth on his theory regarding BYU being a sleeping giant in the world of collegiate athletics.

More questions include...

Who will be the CFB version of John Tonje in 2025?

Which SEC team will take a step back in 2025?

Lastly, we conclude with a discussion on calling it soda, coke, or pop. What do you call it?

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

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(0:00-1:10) Intro

(1:09-4:09) James Fletcher III joins: How UNC got in

(4:10-7:01) Must Watch Games

(7:02-8:53) Which teams can go on a run?

(8:54-12:40) Favorites ahead of the tournament

(12:41-16:59) Upsets in the Tournament

(17:00-17:45) Whataburger

(17:46-19:40) Can Alabama get BACK to the Final Four?

(19:41-20:59) Players to Watch in the tourney

(21:00-26:31) Cinderella? Best Draw: Florida

(26:32-27:23) Arizona's Run?

(27:24-28:54) Tennessee's FIRST Final Four?

(28:55-31:19) Final Four Picks

(31:20-32:42) Worst Draw? Wrapping up with James

(32:43-33:49) Rhoback

(33:50-35:08) Jonas Williams at USC Preview

(35:09-43:26) Jonas Williams sits down with Ari

(43:27-45:25) Ari's Fractured Toe

(45:26-49:09) Arizona's Version of a Spring Game

(49:10-1:00:53) Colorado & Syracuse Spring Game? Top Pairings

(1:00:54-1:01:55) Conclusion - Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow!

Now that we are officially one day away from the full Round of 64 commencing, On3's bracketologist James Fletcher III joins the show to give us the FULL preview of this year's incredible bracket. Which favorites will make a run? Who will be the Cinderella in this year's field? What players do we need to watch for? Are all four #1 seeds destined for the Final Four? Find out all of these questions and more with James Fletcher!

Later, highly touted QB Jonas Williams joins Ari from Dallas and explains what he is expecting at USC now that he is committed to Lincoln Riley and the Trojans.

Afterwards, Andy & Ari wrap up discussing Ari's fractured toe along with the talks of Colorado & Syracuse doing a spring game event. It also got the guys thinking of what other schools should partner up for a spring game.

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars.

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(0:00-12:04) Intro - West Virginia vs NCAA

(12:05-12:59) Whataburger

(13:00-24:18) Why 5-Star QBs stay silent on NIL Compensation

(24:19-25:54) PaniniAmerica.net

(25:55-1:03:54) Dennis Dodd from CBS Sports Joins

(1:03:55-1:08:09) Dennis Dodd's Rules for Life

(1:08:10-1:09:19) Wrapping up, Conclusion

As the First Four matchups begin tonight in Dayton, Ohio, West Virginia's governor Patrick Morrisey took a stand on Monday against the NCAA, using the words "National Corruption Athletic Association." With the snub for the Mountaineer basketball program, Andy & Ari discuss this piece of news.

Also, we revisit Monday's interview with Ryder Lyons, who discussed NIL compensation, and Andy & Ari take a deep dive into top-tier recruits discussing their compensation.

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Later, Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports joins the show. Last week, Dodd announced his retirement upon the conclusion of the basketball tournament in April. Andy & Ari check in with Dennis to discuss his storied career, discussing the highlights along the way. He also provides some incredible rules for life.

On Tomorrow's show, James Fletcher III will join us to discuss the NCAA Tournament. Send in your questions regarding football, basketball, and everything else in between to [email protected] or [email protected].

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.

Hosting a party for the big game? Are you about to have a house full of hungry people with painted faces looking to you for food? Have no fear, nothing saves a party from hunger like the Burger Box from Whataburger. It comes with 10 single or double patties (with or without cheese), all the fixings (like lettuce and tomatoes — which you can customize) and sauces. Perfect for whenever, whatever, whoever. Order online from April 4-7 and earn double reward points.

Thank you to Gametime for sponsoring today's episode! Planning your college football travel for this season? Gametime has tickets to every game. (And every concert and comedy show.) Download the Gametime App and enter code: STAPLES for $20 off your first purchase, terms apply. Last Minute Tickets, Lowest Prices, Guaranteed.

(0:00-1:25) PaniniAmerica.net

(1:26-3:21) Intro: We have a Bracket!

(3:22-7:40) Diving Into the Bracket

(7:41-9:51) Ari Sees Cam Newton

(9:52-13:49) Basketball Players as Football Players

(13:50-19:49) Any Lower Seeded Favorites?

(19:50-21:17) Gametime

(21:18-26:21) McNeese State Manager, Characters of College Sports

(26:22-30:49) Last Four In: UNC Discussion

(30:50-39:17) First Four Games

(39:18-40:57) Whataburger

(40:58-48:24) Ari's Weekend In Dallas

(48:25-57:23) 5 Star 2026 QB Ryder Lyons Joins the Show

(57:24-1:00:02) Conclusion

Cue the theme music! March Madness is HERE and we break down the biggest highlights and storylines of the field! Are there any lower seeds favored by Vegas? How did North Carolina get in? Also, Andy gives his thoughts on the First Four games in Dayton, Ohio.

Later, Ari revisits his big weekend in Dallas. Tasked to do an interview solo, Ryder Lyons joins the show from Dallas from the OT 7-on-7 this past weekend.

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars.

Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.

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(0:00-8:55) Cooper Flagg's Injury on Thursday

(8:56-26:00) Comparing Flagg's Injury to Football

(26:01-28:20) Story Time

(28:21-31:47) PaniniAmerica.net

(31:48-37:26) Texas Departing Talent

(37:27-45:46) Power 4 -> Power 2?

(45:47-47:22) Story Time with Ari

(47:23-49:27) TV Rights

(49:28 -58:02)Suck-ccessories

(58:03-1:00:14) Timothée Chalamet as Steve Spurrier?

(1:00:15-1:03:37) Ari Tries to Buy a Car

(1:03:38-1:05:30) Ari's Update with the Pest Control Company

(1:05:31-1:21:16) Limited Fast Food Promos

(1:21:17-1:25:10) Conclusion - See you Monday with a Bracket!

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars.

Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.

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(0:00-4:49) PaniniAmerica.net
(4:50-11:15) Intro: Previewing Texas Tech
(11:16-38:46) Texas Tech's Joey McGuire joins
(38:47-41:30) Joey McGuire's rules for life
(41:31-47:18) Discussing Texas Tech, Ari's Lens Flare
(47:19-1:03:58) EA Sports College Football Cover Leak?
(1:03:59-1:07:26) Story time with Ari
(1:07:27-1:10:49) Wrapping Up EA Sports Discussion
(1:10:50-1:16:32) The Greatest Sports Quote Ever?
(1:16:33-1:17:41) Conclusion - Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow! [email protected]

Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire joins the show to talk about the Red Raiders’ historic transfer portal haul and huge expectations for 2025.

He also gives Andy and Ari a great rule for life.

Later, Andy and Ari break down the EA Sports College Football 26 cover leak.

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars.

Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.

State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE

(0:00-5:00) Intro
(5:01-18:37) Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney Joins
(18:38-27:46) Tom Allen Hiring, Cade Klubnik's Development
(27:47-32:52) Dabo Swinney's Rules for Life
(32:53-38:03) Closing out with Dabo Swinney
(38:04-45:07) The CJ Spiller Story
(45:08-1:01:48) In Depth Discussion on Clemson
(1:01:49-1:05:05) Conclusion: Ari's Cowboy Hat?

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney joins the show to explain why he doesn’t listen to Ari — or anyone else who thinks he should change the way he builds his roster.

Swinney explains why Clemson dipped its toe in the transfer portal and why he still believes the best way to build a football program is with good high school players who remain bought in to the school they originally chose.

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football’s brightest former and current superstars.

Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net.

State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you’re looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE

(0:00-3:44) PaniniAmerica.net
(3:45-9:39) Intro: Texas A&M, Agent of Chaos?
(9:40-26:34) Deep dive into Texas A&M Ahead of 2025
(26:35-40:05) Texas A&M Win total: 7.5
(40:06-54:11) Rich Rodriguez's Rule for TikTok
(54:12-1:02:41) Coach Calipari and the SEC Tournament
(1:02:42-1:03:19) Conclusion
 

When Andy and Ari made their list of the toughest schedules in the country, one team kept popping up on those schedules: Texas A&M.

And because there are so many teams on the Aggies’ schedule facing pivotal seasons, it means that if Texas A&M is good, then the Aggies can wreak havoc across the SEC.

Texas A&M fans are still starved for a College Football Playoff run. Can Marcel Reed and a revamped group of skill position players get the Aggies there? And what happens everywhere else if they do?

Plus, Ari has made his predictions for the biggest quarterback battles of the offseason. How accurate will he be?

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Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman

Producer: River Bailey