Out of Bounds with Bo Bounds

In the SEC Insider Hit, Bo talks about the giant that is sports marketing. Recently, the Yankees reported that it costs $25 million a year to advertise on the team's jersey. Bo ties this in with his Talladega experience and how much everyone profits off of marketing. Bo brings up the current situation with professional tennis and gives his ideas on how marketing could save it. Bo points to Formula 1 racing and how it has marketed well globally. Bo also gives his thoughts on why Saudi Arabia could buy tennis. Bo closes the hour talking more about the MSU baseball transfer portal.

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Dave Bartoo of the College Football Matrix joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line to talk about the "all star" coaching staff and how the analytics came up with the names. Dave talks about how more than 70% of SEC conference games were won by the team with the best recruiting and talks about how the coaches affect these numbers as well. Bo and Dave dive into a head coaches ability to staff and the politics that surround the hiring and networking processes. Dave talks about the fact that it takes time for coaches to staff and schools usually do not allow enough time to create the staff they need to succeed. Bo and Dave go into talking about Steve Sarkisian as a head coach and an outlier in the logic due to his ability to staff but not win the big games. Dave thinks that Sarkisian is great at getting the right pieces but cannot put the puzzle together. Talent is not an issue for the Texas head coach, but Dave thinks the issue is the coach himself. Dave feels strongly that Paul Chryst, former Wisconsin head coach, should be considered for coaching jobs at the end of the season, if not right now.

Bo and the crew talk about Saudi Arabia buying their way into every sport, Steve Sarkisian underproducing with talent, and the best ways to drink patron in the third hour of the show live in the BankPlus Studio. Bo and the crew talk about how the Saudi Arabians have bought their way into American sports using the PIF and how they could keep progressing. Jason breaks down the blockbuster boxing match between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou and how the Saudi's have worked their way into the boxing world. The guys talk about the fact that former UFC Champion Ngannou will earn more in this one fight than in his entire UFC career and how the Saudi's are paying big to have the fight held. Bo talks about his experiences in Meridian broadcasting from the Threefoot Hotel and the way the surrounding areas are being built up. Dave Bartoo of the College Football Matrix joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line to talk about the "all star" coaching staff and how the analytics came up with the names. Dave talks about how more than 70% of SEC conference games were won by the team with the best recruiting and talks about how the coaches affect these numbers as well. Bo and Dave dive into a head coaches ability to staff and the politics that surround the hiring and networking processes. Dave talks about the fact that it takes time for coaches to staff and schools usually do not allow enough time to create the staff they need to succeed. Bo and Dave go into talking about Steve Sarkisian as a head coach and an outlier in the logic due to his ability to staff but not win the big games.

Bo and crew talk MSU baseball news, Ole Miss quarterbacks, and sports marketing in hour 2 of the show live in the BankPlus Studio. Bo opens the hour talking News out of Starkville as MSU baseball lands a transfer pitcher. Bo talks about the expectations for both Chris Lemonis and Mike Bianco next season. Bo explains why it will be harder for both coaches to compete because of the strength and toughness of the SEC. Bo moves along to talk about the Ole Miss quarterback room. Bo shares his thoughts on both Spencer Sanders and Walker Howard. Bo gives his reasoning on why Spencer Sanders should start at some point in the season over Jaxon Dart. Bo also mentions that Walker Howard might be the most talented quarterback on the roster. In the SEC Insider Hit, Bo talks about the giant that is sports marketing. Recently, the Yankees reported that it costs $25 million a year to advertise on the team's jersey. Bo ties this in with his Talladega experience and how much everyone profits off of marketing. Bo brings up the current situation with professional tennis and gives his ideas on how marketing could save it. Bo points to Formula 1 racing and how it has marketed well globally. Bo also gives his thoughts on why Saudi Arabia could buy tennis. Bo closes the hour talking more about the MSU baseball transfer portal.

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In the SEC Insider Hit, the guys look at returning players at both Mississippi State and Ole Miss programs and wonders how much money is in rotation for players to recommit to the state schools. Netflix has released a new documentary series titled "QB" and it highlights Marcus Mariota, Patrick Mahomes, and Kirk Cousins and the guys talk about each players and their most entertaining aspects going into the show. Bo believes that Kirk Cousins is a good quarterback but he is on a team that few people care about, especially because the Vikings have never won a Super Bowl. Jason brings up Kirk Cousins wearing the entire team's jewelry after a win and a debate on the full weight of the chains ensues.

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Bo and crew talk about the NFL, college football programs, and the new "Quarterback" documentary on Netflix in hour one of the show live in the BankPlus Studio. Bo opens the show talking Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys having their camp in Los Angeles and what that says about Jerry Jones and the organization. The guys talk about the rumors of Ed Orgeron going to Northwestern and note that nothing has been confirmed and he denies interest in the program. This leads Bo to talk about how great LSU's athletic programs are and talks about the ability for two average coaches like Les Miles and Ed Orgeron to win a national title with the tigers. Bo and the crew touch on the importance of NIL programs and their effect on keeping players rather than bringing them in. In the SEC Insider Hit, the guys look at returning players at both Mississippi State and Ole Miss programs and wonders how much money is in rotation for players to recommit to the state schools. Netflix has released a new documentary series titled "QB" and it highlights Marcus Mariota, Patrick Mahomes, and Kirk Cousins and the guys talk about each players and their most entertaining aspects going into the show. Bo believes that Kirk Cousins is a good quarterback but he is on a team that few people care about, especially because the Vikings have never won a Super Bowl. Jason brings up Kirk Cousins wearing the entire team's jewelry after a win and a debate on the full weight of the chains ensues.

College Football insider Tom Luginbill joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line talking about if he believes John Rhys Plumlee can play in the NFL and the talent, dedication, and progression of QB Jordan Travis at FSU live in the BankPlus Studio. Tom talks about Mike Norvell at Florida State and believes he has turned the team around from where they were right after Jimbo Fisher left Tallahassee. Tom continues by talking about Seminoles quarterback Jordan Travis as the most improved college player in recent years and talks about his change in play, as well as his leadership attributes. Tom and Bo note Travis' dedication to the school and program during an age where players transfer at the first sign of trouble. Bo asks Tom if he thinks UCF quarterback John Rhys Plumlee has a shot at playing in the NFL and Tom boils it down to his level of play in the Big 12. Tom also says that if QB Stetson Bennett can find a team in the league, JRP can too.

Mississippi State insider Steve Robertson joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line talking about the three best receivers the Bulldogs have for the 2023 football season and expectations for running backs in the new system with Kevin Barbay live in the BankPlus Studio. Steve Talks about the potential Jo'quavious "Woody" Marks has to be a star this season and expects him to be a sleeper pick for breakout player of the year with the increase in touches he will get from the new style of offense. Bo and Steve talks about WR Justin Robinson and touch on the fact that people wonder if he "has that dog in him" to be able to step in as one of State's best receivers this coming season. Steve gives his list of the top 3 receivers for the team and names a player that could surprise a lot of fans.

Mississippi State insider Steve Robertson joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line talking about where the MSU defense is the strongest and weakest and names one offensive lineman as a possible NFL draft pick live in the BankPlus Studio. Steve talks about his expectations for redshirt sophomore linebacker John Lewis and the possibility of him starting at the position in game one of the season. Steve tells Bo that he feels good about the depth the team has at the linebacker positions but is not confident in certain parts of the secondary. Steve notes that the cornerbacks seem to be in good shape with NFL-like talent in Decamerion Richardson and says that he is more athletic than recent top draft picks from Starkville. Steve notes the weakness at safety for the Bulldogs and talks about the importance of supplementing strong pass rushing to make up for the soft spot.

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Bo and the crew talk about Mike Leach's legacy once Zach Arnett took over and the transition for the new coach, players, and fanbase live in the BankPlus Studio. The guys talks about an article written by Brody Miller that dissects the moments after Mike Leach passed away and how Zach Arnett, as well as the rest of the team decided to move forward in honor of the late coach. Bo talks about Arnett's top three priorities, the first being to be present for the players and check on their emotional health. Bo also talks about Arnett's ability to keep the incoming recruiting class together after losing the famous head coach and what that class could produce in years to come for the Bulldogs. The guys touch on the importance placed in the bowl game for the team and what a win against Illinois did for the program and for the confidence in Arnett as a coach.

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