The Longhorns are charging toward Phoenix as Texas secures its second consecutive Final Four appearance, dismantling Michigan 77-41. Junior Madison Booker earned Regional MVP honors, leading a "drama-free" run that validates Coach Vic Schaefer’s mid-season demand for "heart." Texas now prepares for a No. 1 seed showdown against UCLA. Meanwhile, South Carolina remains the gold standard, overcoming an early deficit against TCU to reach its sixth straight Final Four. Freshman Joyce Edwards dominated with 24 points, fueling a massive 14-0 fourth-quarter run to keep the Gamecocks’ undefeated hopes alive.

In men’s action, UConn produced "March Magic" as Braylon Mullins sank a 35-foot desperation triple to stun Duke 73-72, erasing a 19-point deficit. The episode also dives into the "NFL Carousel," dissecting the fallout of the nixed Maxx Crosby trade in Baltimore and the conflicting messages regarding Brandon Aiyuk's future in San Francisco. Recurring favorites like "Obituaries" and "Idiot of the Day" round out a packed broadcast.

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The March Madness landscape has been reshaped, and this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports breaks down a historic weekend of Elite Eight action. The headline belongs to UConn, as the Huskies pulled off a stunning 19-point comeback to eliminate top-seeded Duke. Freshman Braylon Mullins provided the "one shining moment," burying a 35-foot triple at the buzzer to secure a 73-72 victory and avenge a 36-year-old heartbreak.

The show also dives into Michigan’s dominant 95-62 rout of Tennessee, fueling the Wolverines' first Final Four run since 2018 under Dusty May. On the women’s side, UConn remains perfect at 38-0 after grinding past Notre Dame, while UCLA rallied late to bounce Duke from the bracket.

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On this episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports, Drake breaks down a thrilling Thursday in the NCAA Tournament. The headliner was Iowa’s resilient 77-71 comeback over Nebraska, fueled by Bennett Stirtz and Alvaro Folgueiras, sent the Hawkeyes to their first Elite Eight since 1987. Meanwhile, Purdue narrowly escaped Texas 79-77 thanks to a clutch Trey Kaufman-Renn tip-in.

The show also highlights Arizona’s historic offensive clinic in a 109-88 blowout of Arkansas, where the Wildcats became the first team to have six players score 14+ points. Drake also covers Illinois’ defensive masterclass against Houston and previews upcoming Sweet 16 matchups, including Tennessee vs. Iowa State and Duke vs. St. John’s. Between the X’s and O’s, the episode features the "Biggest Losers," "Idiot of the Day," and an interview with sideline reporter Kalia Butler to discuss the landscape of women's basketball.

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In this high-energy episode of The Drake Toll Show, Drake dives into a jam-packed sports slate, headlined by the 2026 MLB Opening Night. Despite a rare hitless, four-strikeout performance from back-to-back MVP Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees dominated the San Francisco Giants 7–0. The win was powered by a five-run second inning and a masterful "effectively wild" gem from Max Fried, who tossed 6⅓ innings of two-hit ball.

The show also tackles the swirling rumors regarding Will Wade’s potential return to LSU. Despite Wade’s public denials and his recent success at NC State, reports suggest a reunion in Baton Rouge is imminent, fueled by LSU's administrative hires.

Drake rounds out the program with his signature segments, identifying the day's "Winners and Losers," crowning the "Idiot of the Day," and featuring an elite guest lineup including Will Tieman, Brian Boesch, and former MLB All-Star AJ Ramos to break down the diamonds and the boards.

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This episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports kicks off with a bombshell in college basketball: the firing of North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis. Following a stunning tournament collapse against VCU, the show breaks down the end of the "Carolina Way" and what lies ahead for one of the most coveted seats in the sport.

The madness continues with a deep dive into the Sweet 16, featuring high-stakes previews of Arizona vs. Arkansas and Texas vs. Purdue. Analysis focuses on Arizona’s elite interior defense and whether Purdue’s momentum can carry them past the Longhorns.

Shifting gears to the diamond, the show previews MLB Opening Night as the Yankees face the Giants. With Max Fried and Logan Webb taking the mound, the discussion covers everything from Aaron Judge’s expectations to Tony Vitello’s historic jump from college to the Big Leagues. The show rounds out with signature segments like "Idiot of the Day" and a sit-down with the Houston Chronicle’s Joseph Duarte.

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This episode of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One Sports dives deep into a massive week for collegiate and professional sports. The program leads with "3 Things, 5 Mins," breaking down Azzi Fudd’s historic 34-point performance that propelled UConn to its 32nd consecutive Sweet 16. The headlines continue with NFL news as Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba inks a record-breaking $168.6 million extension, and Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke takes the NCAA to court over 2026 eligibility.

The broadcast features comprehensive Sweet 16 previews, analyzing the rubber match between Iowa and Nebraska and the fundamental clash between Houston and Illinois.

Expert Calvin Wetzel joins the show to provide a masterclass on the Women’s Basketball bracket. Segments like "Obituaries" evaluate Greg McDermott’s tenure, while "Idiot of the Day" rounds out the energy by calling out Bruce Pearl and Dan Orlovsky. From high-stakes gambling lines to Kevin Harlan’s legendary calls, the show captures the madness of March.

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On this high-energy Monday edition, Drake Toll dives deep into a weekend of March Madness chaos. The program centers on the "Question of the Day": Is Texas a true Cinderella? Despite their 11th-seed status, head coach Sean Miller dismisses the label after a clinical 74-68 upset over Gonzaga, asserting the Longhorns' SEC-hardened pedigree.

Additional highlights include Matt Painter securing his 500th win at Purdue and Madison Booker’s 40-point masterpiece in the Texas women's 100-58 rout of Oregon. Drake also tackles the "Idiot of the Day" and the "Biggest Losers," featuring the fallout for Kansas and Kentucky.

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On this episode of The Drake Toll Show, the focus remains on a Thursday of NCAA Tournament mayhem defined by historic comebacks and staggering upsets. The program leads with 11th-seeded VCU’s miraculous rally from 19 points down to stun North Carolina in overtime, marking one of the largest turnarounds in tournament history. The "Madness" continues with an analysis of High Point’s last-second thriller over Wisconsin and the dominant interior performance by Texas to bounce BYU and star freshman AJ Dybantsa.

Signature segments feature BYU in the "Biggest Loser" hot seat, alongside an examination of Duke’s narrow escape against 16-seeded Siena. The show also pays respects in "Obituaries," delivers the high-speed "Quickie," and crowns the "Idiot of the Day." Finally, the broadcast looks ahead to today’s slate of games to identify the next potential bracket buster.

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In this high-energy episode of The Drake Toll Show, the spotlight shines on Miami (Ohio) after their historic 89-79 First Four victory over SMU. Despite a polarizing 31-1 regular season and a lack of "quadrant wins," the RedHawks silenced critics at UD Arena by raining down a record 16 three-pointers. Drake breaks down Coach Travis Steele’s "no upset" mentality and the "elite" distraction tactics of the Miami swim team.

The show shifts gears to the ice, diving into the drama surrounding Jack Hughes and the Hockey Hall of Fame’s refusal to return his Olympic "golden goal" puck. Finally, the show looks ahead to the hardwood with a deep-dive preview of the Texas vs. BYU matchup and expert insights from ESPN’s Chris Spatola. Cierra Clark of SEC Unfiltered joins the show to break down all of the SEC teams in March Madness.

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In this high-octane episode of The Drake Toll Show, guest host John Lund dives deep into the electrifying conclusion of the World Baseball Classic. Following Venezuela’s 3-2 championship victory over Team USA—highlighted by Bryce Harper’s late-inning heroics and a dominant Venezuelan pitching performance—Lund questions why the WBC atmosphere consistently outshines the World Series. The discussion turns critical as Lund dissects Team USA’s questionable pitching management and Aaron Judge’s struggles on the international stage.

Joining the conversation is retired MLB utility man and Nationals color analyst Kevin Frandsen. Drawing on his extensive major league experience and his role as an MLB Network Radio analyst, Frandsen provides an insider’s perspective on the intensity of the tournament.

The focus then shifts to the gridiron, where the NFL landscape has been rocked by the Maxx Crosby trade saga. Lund breaks down Crosby’s "livid" reaction to the Baltimore Ravens nixing a blockbuster trade due to medical concerns, only for the Ravens to immediately sign Trey Hendrickson. Is there more to the story, and should the league investigate?

Rounding out the program, the show tackles the NBA’s "broken" product, citing load management and flopping, before shifting gears to March Madness. With Howard securing a historic First Four win and professional handicapper Adam Trigger providing betting insights, Lund explores the best ways to experience the tournament—from Las Vegas suites to the Miami of Ohio "hate-watch."

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