Scott Fowler discusses the new podcast series “Carruth” and its reception so far. He also talks about Cam Newton’s maturation as a QB and leader, and how it has impacted the Panthers.

Barry Svrluga joins the show to share his thoughts on Maryland’s decision to retain DJ Durkin as head football coach.

Friend of the program Ruffin McNeill reminisces on his favorite Halloween memories growing up in North Carolina. He also talks about his new role leading the Oklahoma defense and their upcoming game against Texas Tech.

The first College Football Playoff rankings were released last night. DG gives his take on UCF and how the committee thinks about these rankings. Also, DJ Durkin was reinstated as Maryland football coach yesterday, what does DG make of the decision.

The 2018 Heisman race has a surprise candidate with roots in North Carolina. Roddy Jones, ESPN CFB analyst, gives his thoughts on the playoff rankings. Michael Lee, senior NBA writer for The Athletic, shares his first impression of the Hornets under James Borrego.

The CFB Playoff Committee will announce their first 2018 rankings tonight, DG previews what he expects to see on it. The Wing Bowl is coming to an end, but maybe for the better. Will Brinson, CBS Sports senior NFL writer, drops in to talk about the NFL’s international viability, and breaks the news to DG that his Eagles just acquired Golden Tate.

Nature vs. Nurture: Cam Newton and Jameis Winston were both Heisman winners, NCAA champions, and the first pick of their respective drafts. However, their NFL careers went in very different directions. Klay Thompson hit an NBA record 14 3-pointers against the Bulls last night.

Best & Worst of the Weekend continues as callers give their takes on the Panthers, Red Sox, and many more candidates!

Jim Szoke, Carolina Panthers radio analyst, joins the show to talk about the Panthers big win over the Ravens. He also discusses Michael Jordan’s Sunday Night Football commercial. DG also explains how the Red Sox World Series win last night reminded him of a scene from “Good Will Hunting.”

Best & Worst of the Weekend includes Todd Gurley as both best and worst of the weekend. Some other best of the weekend nominees include the Red Sox winning the World Series and the Panthers with a huge win over Baltimore.

As Free for all Friday wraps up, DG gives what he sees as the three most interesting developments of the young NBA season + what do horror movies and school field trips have in common? Find out here as the week comes to a close!