Bryan Fishcer of NBS Sports joins The Wake Up Call to talk about his imressions after CFB media days, first year head coaches Kevin Sumlin and Herm Edwards at Arizona and Arizona State respectively, the true contendorsin the Big 10 and who could surprise, and some darkhorse teams that can make a run for the National Championship.

ESPN basketball reporter Ian Begley joins The Wake Up Call to talk about the Hornets offseason under Mitch Kupchak's new regime, Kemba Walker's trade value, the Knicks big plans for next offseason, and their optimism in Kristaps Porzingis getting back to 100%.

ESPN Radio host Freddie Coleman joins Gerry V to talk about his top NFL storylines, Jerry Jones' comments on the anthem, parity in the NBA, and more. 

Charlotte Observer sports columnist Tom Sorensen joins Gerry V to talk about the changing of the newpaper industry and hits on a number of Panthers topics with training camp set to open. 

Walker and Bobby discuss news surrounding the start of Panthers training camp. How will long time vet Julius Peppers starting camp on the PUP list impact the team and how confident are you that he will return healthy by Week 1? Is WR Curtis Samuel still on track even after failing his physical? How will the teams strong competition at the the back up TE position benefit the groups depth once the final 53 is revealed?

Bobby and Walker talk about what they expect from Devin Funchess this season. Will he be able to take carry the burden of being a number one reciever? How much will his play in 2018 effect his contract negotions come next offseason? What is his ceiling as a fourth year player and will he be able to progress at a level where he becomes a reliable weapon for the Panthers.

The Wake Up Call crew of Bobby and Walker discuss the latest news about Christian McCaffrey getting an increased role in the backfield, as Panthers head coach recently mentioned that he would McCaffrey to get 25-30 touches a game.  Would it be good for the offense or would one rather see him in the passing game?

Michael Scotto of The Athletic joins The Wake Up Call to talk about popular storylines in the NBA, the future of Kemba Walker and his particular skillset, the impact of the Kevin Love contract on the Cavs organization and his own tradability, and the state of the Hornets as the team looks to reach the playoffs for the first time since the 2015 season.

NBC Sports contributor, Kevin McGuire, joins The Wake Up Call to discuss where the ACC falls for him compared to others right now in college football, which coaches have the pressure on themselves to succeed this season, the expectations from Florida State with Willie Taggart and with North Carolina this season, and the Kalil Tate situation around Arizona.

Bleacher Report NFL lead writer Mike Tanier joins Gerry V to talk about his most overrated teams heading into the season, his outlook for Cam Newton, the player holdouts around the league to start training camp, the storylines he will monitor, and more.