First-year defensive coordinator Alex Grinch has quickly earned a reputation with the Oklahoma Sooners as a straight shooter who doesn't tolerate excuses. Jason Kersey of The Athletic recently profiled Grinch's wheelchair-bound mother, who played a big part in shaping how Grinch coaches his players. Jason talks with host Allen Kenney about what he learned about Grinch and his family while writing the story. They also discuss the latest news out of OU's preseason practices, including naming Jalen Hurts the starting quarterback.

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