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Legendary coach Phil Bennett joins 365 Sports with stories, insight, and reflections from decades on the sideline. He shares why he believes DJ Kinney is a rising star in coaching, what makes coaching “hard” different from being harsh, and how legendary recruiters like Bill Snyder and Art Briles could win over any family. Bennett also recounts clashes with Bill Parcells, the power of building trus...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina, & Craig Smoak Eric Galko joins 365 Sports to break down the 2025 Shrine Bowl 1000 and highlights why the Big 12 might be the most balanced and underrated conference in college football. From a loaded quarterback class to standout O-lines and deep talent at linebacker and DB, Galko explains how teams like Texas Tech, Kansas State, and Houston are stacking up NFL...

Texas State head coach G.J. Kinne opens up about navigating the NIL-driven era—how he manages the transfer portal, builds relationships to retain talent, and readies his program for big changes. With the Bobcats still in the Sun Belt for the 2025 season before their official launch in the Pac‑12 in 2026, Coach Kinne discusses the $5 million buyout, recruiting momentum, and why continuity matters m...

Paul Catalina breaks down his Top 5 “B-Storylines” in the ACC heading into the 2025 season. From Clemson finally dipping into the transfer portal to Frank Reich and Andrew Luck's role in stabilizing Stanford, the list hits every unexpected plot twist fans should be watching. We also cover Tommy Castellanos’ trash talk and whether he can deliver, Jeff Brohm’s QB wizardry at Louisville, and the big...

(0:28:00) Eric Galko, East-West Shrine Bowl (1:20:00) Jim Williams, Forbes (1:55:00) GJ Kinne, Texas State Football Coach (2:15:00) Phil Bennett, Former College Football Coach (2:40:00) South Carolina Schedule (2:54:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina, & Craig Smoak Media strategist Jim Williams joins 365 Sports to discuss the Memphis Big 12 bid, the future of realignment, and why adding more teams might actually be bad for college football. From the role of media giants like Apple and Amazon in reshaping the landscape, to the possibility of a Premier League-style Super League with promotion and relegation, W...

With Paul Catalina & Craig Smoak Aaron Torres joins 365 Sports to push back on the growing calls to expand both the College Football Playoff and March Madness. Torres explains why 12 teams is enough — and how moving to 16 could water down the sport’s best regular season. He also sounds off on NCAA tournament expansion, calling it a move no fans want and a cash grab in disguise. Plus, we dive i...

With Paul Catalina & Craig Smoak Grant Gorden joins 365 Sports to break down the UNC realignment buzz and how serious their move to the SEC could be by 2030. With lawsuits from Florida State and Clemson shaking up the ACC, UNC doesn’t want to get left behind — and hiring Bill Belichick to lead their football program shows they’re serious about gaining ground. We also dig into why geography and...

With Paul Catalina & Craig Smoak Tyler Budge joins 365 Sports to discuss why the Michigan vs. Western Michigan game in Germany just doesn’t make sense and who this international scheduling is really for. He shares why neutral-site matchups like this may miss the mark, especially compared to traditions like Notre Dame-Navy in Ireland or Cal-Hawaii in Australia. Tyler also reflects on the chaos...

Josh Neighbors joins 365 Sports to explain why the chaos around NIL, the transfer portal, and college football leadership has fans and coaches frustrated but not for the reasons you might think. He argues that it’s not the money, but the lack of structure and accountability that’s eroding trust in the system. Josh dives into what "guardrails" really mean, why employees vs. student-athlete status i...

In this fun Friday edition of the 365 Sports Top 5, Paul Catalina counts down the greatest pro wrestlers turned movie stars. From action-packed performances to surprising comedic chops, Paul breaks down why Dave Bautista takes the crown over fan favorites like The Rock and John Cena. Tune in to see where legends like Andre the Giant and Mr. T land on the list and why comedic range might matter mor...

(0:30:00) Grant Chachere, TarheelsOnSI.com (1:05:00) Tyler Budge, CFB Preview Magazine (1:30:00) Aaron Torres, Fox Sports Radio (2:07:00) Josh Neighbors, College Countdown Podcast (2:35:00) Ole Miss Schedule (2:48:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....

Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports joins 365 Sports to break down the true forces shaping college athletics in 2025 and it’s not just the NCAA. From the Trump executive order to the Score Act, Amanda explains how power has shifted toward the College Sports Commission, the House plaintiffs, and the big-money conferences. She dives into the fragile legal structure of NIL, the confusion over f...

Mike Craven of Dave Campbell’s Texas Football joins 365 Sports to talk about the evolving recruiting strategies across Texas, with a deep dive on SMU’s shift from portal-heavy to high school-focused recruiting as they settle into the ACC. He also weighs in on Mike Elko’s early success at Texas A&M, the state’s talent pipeline, and why in-state recruiting remains one of the biggest challenges f...

Paul Catalina breaks down five teams flying under the radar heading into the 2025 college football season. From a revitalized Iowa State squad with Rocco Becht and a confident Matt Campbell, to a loaded Duke team led by $4 million QB Darian Mensah and Manny Diaz’s upgraded defense this list goes beyond the usual playoff contenders. We also spotlight TCU’s high-potential offense under Josh Hoover,...

(1:05:00) Mike Craven, DCTF (1:29:00) Amanda Christovich, Front Office Sports (1:50:00) Craig Smoak’s “Off The Radar” (2:13:00) North Carolina to SEC? (2:30:00) Mickey Spagnola, DallasCowboys.com (2:48:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#...

Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports joins 365 Sports to break down the true forces shaping college athletics in 2025 and it’s not just the NCAA. From the Trump executive order to the Score Act, Amanda explains how power has shifted toward the College Sports Commission, the House plaintiffs, and the big-money conferences. She dives into the fragile legal structure of NIL, the confusion over f...

North Dakota State head coach Tim Polasek joins 365 Sports to talk about the DNA of Bison football and what it takes to uphold one of the most dominant programs in FCS history. Polasek dives into the culture of accountability, the influence of mentors like Craig Bohl and Chris Klieman, and how NDSU balances tradition with evolving challenges like the transfer portal and NIL. Learn more about your...

In this edition of Paul Catalina’s Top 5, 365 Sports takes a hard look at five major programs facing low expectations heading into the 2025 college football season. From Stanford’s transfer portal exodus to Scott Frost’s uncertain return at UCF, Paul breaks down why these teams are trending toward tough years. He dives into concerns about quarterback play at Mississippi State, roster questions at...

(0:34:00) Joshua Perry, Big Ten Network (1:02:00) Rachel Bachman, Wall Street Journal (1:29:00) Big 12 Commissioner for a Day (2:03:00) Tim Polasek, North Dakota State Coach (2:20:00) Oklahoma Football Schedule (2:48:00) Paul Catalina’s “Top 5” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

Hall of Fame columnist John McClain joins the show to break down the start of NFL training camps, beginning with Jerry Jones and his yearly press conference spectacle in Oxnard. McClain discusses why Micah Parsons still hasn’t been extended and how the Cowboys' approach to contract negotiations is hurting them. He also compares Jerry Jones to George Steinbrenner, explains why teams like the Texans...

Matt Baker of The Athletic joins from ACC Media Days to unpack his recent deep-dive into the projected market value of Power Four college football programs. Using real revenue data and sports franchise benchmarks, Baker explains how teams like Florida State, Ohio State, and Utah stack up against NFL and NBA teams — and why college football may actually be undervalued . He also shares insights into...

Shehan Jeyarajah joins the show to break down why the Big 12 declined Memphis’ multi-million dollar pitch to join the conference. From concerns about long-term investment and facilities to the league’s desire for stability, Shehan explains what went wrong, how SMU’s ACC move set a new bar, and why the Big 12 isn’t ready to take calls from Memphis anytime soon. The segment also explores conference...

With David Smoak, Paul Catalina, & Craig Smoak Longtime Memphis insider John Martin shares a personal and emotional reaction to the Big 12 declining a major offer from the University of Memphis. Despite multi-million dollar incentives, renovated facilities, and athletic success in football and basketball, Memphis was once again passed over. Martin explains the city’s frustration, the perceptio...

The 365 Sports crew reacts to ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips' recent comments at Media Days, where he emphasized “cooperation” as a key theme for the future of the conference. What exactly does cooperation mean in the context of ongoing realignment rumors, legal challenges, and revenue gaps? The team breaks down Phillips’ messaging, whether it signals unity or desperation, and how it reflects the A...