In the first hour of today's show, Abe and Mike analyze Kirby Smart’s firm defense of Mike Bobo during SEC Media Days and the conference's stance against the Big Ten on Dukes and Bell. They welcome Tony Gwynn Jr. to break down the stagnant MLB trade deadline and the Atlanta Braves' pitching concerns. The discussion concludes with thoughts on Trae Young's social media activity and the latest layoffs at ESPN.

01:50 - Braves and SEC Intro

07:44 - SEC Power Shift Discussion

10:33 - Kirby Defends Mike Bobo

17:50 - Tony Gwynn Jr. Interview

24:58 - NL MVP Race Talk

31:07 - Braves Pitching Market Debate

39:57 - Trae Young Hawks Drama

44:05 - ESPN Media Industry Layoffs