SportsIQ with Larry Smith

NFL Draft Fallout + Oregon & Alabama Reload for 2026


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The 2026 NFL Draft is complete, and Larry breaks down the biggest takeaways—from team strategies and positional trends to surprising historical notes and the story behind this year’s “Mr. Irrelevant.” The show then shifts to college football as spring practice wraps and attention turns toward the fall, featuring a deep dive on the Oregon Ducks with Zac Neel of USA Today. The conversation covers coaching continuity, the development of quarterback Dante Moore, and why Oregon could be a serious playoff contender despite a challenging schedule.

Later, Colin Gay of the Tuscaloosa News and USA Today joins to break down the Alabama Crimson Tide, including Kalen DeBoer’s contract extension, the evolving quarterback battle, and how NIL and the transfer portal are reshaping expectations in Tuscaloosa. The episode also touches on early NHL playoff dominance from Carolina and Colorado, NBA postseason storylines including injuries and standout performances, and wraps with a “Moment of Awe” highlighting a unique piece of MLB history tied to April 27.

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