Welcome to the August 20, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. Dave Portnoy joins the show to give his expectations for Michigan this season as we break down the biggest questions heading into the 2026 college football and NFL seasons. Can Indiana repeat as National Champions? Which conference will be better — the SEC or Big Ten? We discuss the biggest College Football Playoff contenders, our Heisman Trophy picks and which teams have a legitimate shot at winning it all.

Welcome to the August 19, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. NFL international expansion seems inevitable after Roger Goodell's latest comments, the guys discuss the feasibility and their interest in the idea. The MLB pennant race is heating up, EBo's Baseball Bonanza hits on a number of MLB topics of note. Friend of the program IndyCar star Pato O'Ward joins the show to discuss how his season is going as it hits the homestretch and previews this weekend's Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, DC. And with under two weeks to go until Week 0, we go in depth in all things college football. Fox Sports' RJ Young came on to discuss his full 138-team rankings and the teams he expects to make a splash during the upcoming season. Plus, the guys talk about which notable coaches may see their stocks rise and fall throughout the season.

Welcome to the August 18, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. PCA delivers in the clutch with a walk-off to lift the Cubs over the White Sox — but can he take the NL MVP from Shohei Ohtani? Big Cat, Eddie, T-Bob, Nick and Steven Cheah debate the MVP race, reacts to the first AP Preseason College Football Top 25 Poll and asks whether the Cowboys have what it takes to reach the NFC Championship Game.

Welcome to the August 17, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. The NFL preseason is officially underway, and Dave Portnoy, Brandon Walker and T-Bob Hebert break down the biggest takeaways from Week 1, including Deshaun Watson outperforming Shedeur Sanders and what JJ McCarthy’s future in Minnesota could look like.

Welcome to the August 14, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1.Fernando Mendoza and Drew Allar hit the field for NFL preseason action, and we break down what stood out from their performances. Plus, we dive into the biggest college football storylines heading into the 2026 season, including new rule changes, CFB Playoff sleepers, the latest surrounding Jayden Daniels and LSU, and whether Indiana can replicate its 2025 success.

Welcome to the August 13, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. Russell Westbrook officially retires after an incredible 18-season NBA career. The crew looks back at Westbrook’s legacy and what made the former MVP one of the most unique players in NBA history.

Dave Portnoy responds to Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White’s rant against critics, while the Vikings name Kyler Murray their starting quarterback.

Welcome to the August 11, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. Joe Burrow’s future in Cincinnati is uncertain, Baker Mayfield to the Steelers is being floated as a possibility, and the NL MVP race is heating up as Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to make his case against Shohei Ohtani.

Welcome to the August 10, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. Dave Portnoy, Brandon Walker and T-Bob Hebert react to the WNBA controversy surrounding DiJonai Carrington and Sophie Cunningham after Carrington was ejected for a foul on Cunningham and later posted “white privilege” on social media.The crew breaks down the incident and reaction around the WNBA, plus the latest on Aaron Donald as a decision on a potential NFL return is expected this week. We also recap the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony and this year’s Hall of Fame class.

Welcome to the August 7, 2026 FULL EPISODE of Wake Up Barstool on FS1. The Panthers defeat the Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game as Carson Beck impresses in his NFL debut. The crew reacts to Beck’s performance and what it could mean moving forward. Plus, Purdue’s new athletic director takes a shot at rival Indiana, and the guys rank their Top 5 most anticipated college football games of the 2026 season. Lauren Shehadi joins the show to break down the latest MLB division standings, playoff races, contenders and teams to watch as the season heats up.