Adam Gold and Chip Patterson of CBS Sports dive into the latest CBS Sports Top 25 football rankings, discussing why Indiana is ranked higher than Alabama. Adam and Chip break down the key factors driving the shift and conferences have teams already spiraling out early in the season.

Konata Edwards, CBS Sports, on NBA news around the league as we kick off the regular season tonight; and a look at the Carolina Panthers from a Charlotte view. 

Who should we be blaming for the continued lack of wins for the Carolina Panthers? The Boston Celtics are coming off of a title, so what are Konata’s thoughts on the repeat game tonight vs the Knicks? Which team won’t have the ability to improve like others this season? 

Vashti Hurt, Carolina Blitz, on the Carolina Panthers regression and where the root of all their troubles are coming from. 

How does Vashti feel about Dave’s reaction to the teams record and where they’re at right now? What does Vashti think needs to happen to START helping this team turn things around? Where does Vashti think Dave Canales wants to go with Bryce Young? Why keep Andy Dalton in the 2nd half of the game against the Washington Commanders, when they were already down so bad? Looking at ACC basketball, does Vashti think Duke or UNC will be a more competitive team this season?

Mike Maniscalco, Carolina Hurricanes PxP, on the Canes starting their tour across the country with the Edmonton Oilers; until they’re back on the East coast. 

What was the biggest question mark for Mike when starting this new season without some key players? Looking at the previous games the Canes have played and lost, where were their biggest errors? Where is Mike on this year’s NY Yankees team and the most played matchup against the LA Dodgers? 

Patrick Johnson, 943. The Game/ESPN, on Mike Houston being fired this weekend after a terrible loss against Army this Saturday.

Was Mike Houston’s style of coaching cause his record as head coach with ECU football or was it something else? Will the locker room be able to stay together to get a needed win next weekend, now without their head coach? What is Patrick’s opinion on the Mike Houston firing and where this team can go from here?

John Manuel, Pro Scout/Minnesota Twins, on the LA Dodgers ending the series with the NY Mets last night and setting the matchup for the 2024 World Series. 

What was John’s initial thoughts about the LA Dodgers and the NY Yankees squaring up for another World Series rematch? How many times have these two teams met in the World Series? Looking at the big picture, it doesn’t hurt MLB to have THESE big named guys be who they are in the league; but does THIS hurt the league? Does baseball need a salary cap?

Will Brinson, CBS Sports, on the NFL games from the weekend the Monday Night Football double header tonight. 

What does Will think Dave Canales’ thought process was by keeping Andy Dalton in the game instead of putting Bryce Young in, especially seeing how bad they were doing? What does Will say the Carolina Panthers are a long ways away from, even just as a stepping stone? Where can the Carolina Panthers go from here, even looking ahead to the 2025 NFL draft? Was it all Aaron Rodgers last night in their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, or was it more than that? Looking on the other side of the field, Russell Wilson went back onto play for the Pittsburgh Steelers and looked promising. Is this something Will believes will only get better for this team? 

Michael Felder and Cory Smith join the show to discuss topics like Tony Bennett’s abrupt retirement, what’s going on in the mind of Mack Brown, and their reactions to Dave Doeren’s remarks about the fans and tailgating? 

David Teel, writer who has covered the ACC/Virginia sports, on Tony Bennett’s abrupt retirement and the ripple effect from this decision.

What was David’s initial thoughts regarding Tony Bennett’s decision to retire from Virginia, not only when he did but the way he went about it? What do we know about how the administration is looking at this and planning to handle it? What streak did Tony hold that only Dean Smith and Coach K held as well? What are the chances of Sanchez becoming more than the interim coach for Virginia men’s basketball? David knew Tony well, so on a personal level, what does David think about Tony’s decision and what kind of head coach he was for the team?   

Brian Geisinger, 247 Sports/Buzz Beat Podcast, on the last ACC basketball retirement and a check to see how the Charlotte Hornets are doing as they gear up for their season. 

What made Tony Bennett’s run with Virginia men’s basketball so great? How did Tony transform the team from when he first received it as head coach vs where he’s leaving it now? Everyone knows certain attributes about Tony Bennett, but what does Brian bring up that some may not beware of that really helped behind the scenes? Whether Brian’s seen it on video or he just expects to change, what does he believe Tyrese Proctor will change from last year to this new upcoming season?