Following the conclusion of the 2026 opening weekend, Clay dives into a March Madness that feels more "top-heavy" than ever. With the Sweet 16 field set, Clay discusses why the era of the double-digit seed Cinderella might be on life support.

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"(1:01) Sweet 16 Is Set"

"(5:47) Rick Barnes Most Underrated CBB Coach EVER?!"

"(9:27) NBA Is Dying While NCAA Sets All-Time Highs"

"(11:52) Cinderella’s Are Dead"

"(13:50) Linda Calls For ICE Helping TSA"

"(18:08) DC Murders Down 65% From Previous Year"

"(20:50) Venezuelan Illegal Murders College Student"

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The world changed on February 28th, and this week, Clay unpacks the shockwaves.

The launch of Operation Epic Fury has fundamentally altered the map of the Middle East, but while the headlines focus on tactical strikes and regime shifts, the cultural debate is reaching a boiling point. We start with the obvious question that some seem to be struggling with: How can anyone oppose Iran’s freedom? As the dust settles on the "decapitation strikes" and the fall of the supreme leader, we discuss why the path to Iranian liberty is being met with such strange domestic resistance.

Then, we turn to the pitch. With the 2026 World Cup just months away, the Iranian Football Federation is threatening a boycott, and some are calling for their disqualification. We argue why Iran should play—not for the regime that just crumbled, but for the patriots who deserve to represent a free nation on the world’s biggest stage.

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Clay Travis breaks down Team USA’s historic hockey gold and what the moment meant for American pride on the global stage. From the championship performance to the flag-waving celebration, Clay recaps how the U.S. captured gold at the Winter Olympics and why the victory resonated far beyond the ice.

He also reacts to the media and political fallout that followed — including criticism and commentary from voices on the left — and examines how sports, patriotism, and politics continue to collide in today’s culture.

Gold medals, national pride, and the culture clash that followed — it’s a full Olympics recap with plenty of strong opinions. 🇺🇸🥇

"(0:00) USA Wins Hockey Gold & American Exceptionalism Returns"

"(3:52) Alysa Liu vs. Eileen Gu: Loyalty, China & “Traitor” Debate"

"(9:36) Jack Hughes Is As Patriotic As It Gets"

"(13:15) Kash Patel Criticism Is Ridiculous"

"(14:55) Why Legacy Media Has Lost Men & Clay’s Jemele Hill Impression"

"(23:58) Clay Benches 225 Lbs To The Haters Dismay"

"(28:10) Josh Pate’s Trump Interview & Free Speech Defense"

"(31:22) Netflix vs. Paramount Battle Continues"

"(33:23) A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Review"

"(34:30) Braves New Media Deal Is The Future"

"(35:59) Gavin Newsom’s Ridiculous Appeal To Black Voters"

"(37:43) Wrapping Up The Olympics & Why Culture Matters"

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College football is at a breaking point, and Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt joins Clay Travis to explain why he believes Congress must step in before the NCAA loses control completely. In this exclusive interview, Schmitt details how antitrust lawsuits created the “Wild West” of NIL deals and transfer portal chaos, why college football’s revenue model is under pressure, and what happens if lawmakers do nothing. He also weighs in on playoff expansion, SEC power shifts, and whether a bipartisan solution can actually save college sports.

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Clay kicks off this episode with his raw reaction to Super Bowl 60, where the Seattle Seahawks’ “Dark Side” defense led a commanding performance in a 29–13 victory over the New England Patriots — a game defined by pressure, turnovers, and a performance that had fans talking defense first.

Clay breaks down the halftime show controversy around Bad Bunny’s performance, which drew both cultural celebration and sharp criticism from political figures and commentators alike, turning the show into a flashpoint for broader cultural debates.

Then we shift from gridiron to global sport — exploring how Olympic athletes are making political statements and dealing with gender issues, including ongoing debates about athlete eligibility and how the International Olympic Committee is handling political expression at the Games.

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Bo Jackson drops a jaw-dropping story about nearly ending a heckler’s night and explains why disrespect is a line you never cross. The sports legend also opens up on choosing Auburn over Alabama, the injury that changed his career, and why men need to stop avoiding hard health conversations.

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Today on "OutKick The Show", Clay breaks down the NFC and AFC Championship games while half the country is buried under a brutal winter storm. From the “Snowczar Report” on how weather may have impacted the matchups to the biggest coaching and quarterback moments that decided who’s headed to the Super Bowl, nothing is off limits. Plus, a look ahead at a surprising Super Bowl storyline: Sam Darnold vs. Drake Maye for a title, and how we got here.

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