SportsIQ with Larry Smith

The college football playoff picture is getting wild! Larry Smith welcomes longtime college sports analyst Jerry Palm to break down the crowded SEC race, Kentucky's surprising rise, UCLA's playoff potential, and the Big 12's postseason challenges. Plus, a look ahead to college basketball season, including Duke, UConn, Purdue, and the teams to watch. CBS Sports NHL analyst Austin Niviso...

Is Steve Sarkisian's future at Texas on the line? Larry Smith welcomes Rebel Walk founder Evie Van Pelt to preview a massive SEC showdown between No. 7 Ole Miss and No. 19 Texas. With the Longhorns desperate to avoid a third straight loss, can Arch Manning deliver against Trinidad Chambliss and the Rebels? Author Nancy Hayes joins the show to share the remarkable story of Isaac Burns Murphy, t...

The World Series is here! Larry Smith welcomes Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to preview the Milwaukee Brewers' first trip to the Fall Classic in 44 years. After sweeping the Dodgers, can Milwaukee finish its remarkable postseason run with a championship? Rosiak breaks down the Brewers' dominant bullpen, their matchup with the Tampa Bay Rays, and the excitement surrounding b...

Kentucky is shaking up the SEC, Texas is fighting to save its season, and college football's proposed 24-team playoff is drawing serious criticism. Larry Smith welcomes veteran college football analyst Danny Sheridan to break down the SEC championship race, Steve Sarkisian's struggles at Texas, Ohio State's quarterback concerns, and why expanding the College Football Playoff could be a...

The NFL faces a stunning development as Jalen Hurts battles a serious health scare that could end his season. Veteran NFL writer Micah Warren joins Larry Smith to discuss the Eagles' uncertain future, the Colts' front-office shakeup, the undefeated 49ers, Chiefs and Vikings, and which teams could emerge as playoff contenders. Shannon Griffith joins the show to break down Indiana's 19-1...

College football is turned upside down after five Top 10 teams fall, the NBA prepares for opening night, and the future of college athletics faces major questions. Larry Smith breaks down a wild weekend of football and welcomes two special guests for an inside look at the biggest stories in sports. 🏈 College Football Chaos: Georgia, Notre Dame, Alabama, Texas, and Indiana suffer major losses as M...

A massive college football weekend is here! Larry Smith and the SportsIQ crew break down two Top 10 showdowns with major College Football Playoff implications: Ohio State vs. Indiana and Notre Dame vs. BYU. Eric Hansen of Blue & Gold joins the show to preview Notre Dame's trip to Provo, examining CJ Carr, BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, and the keys to an Irish victory. NFL insider Parker...

The Milwaukee Brewers are one win away from the World Series, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are facing elimination. Larry Smith and Producer Tony examine Milwaukee's postseason dominance, the Dodgers' aging roster, and whether a major shakeup could be coming to Los Angeles. Plus, three major college football matchups take center stage as the College Football Playoff race heats up. 🏈 BYU vs....

A massive Big Ten showdown takes center stage as Ohio State prepares to face Indiana in a top-five clash. Cleveland.com's Stefan Krajisnik joins SportsIQ to break down Jeremiah Smith's dominance, Julian Sayin's development, and the key matchups that could decide Saturday's game. CBS Sports' Matt Snyder joins the show to examine baseball's final four, Milwaukee's impress...

The Dallas Cowboys are searching for answers after a disappointing 2-3 start. Heavy.com's Tony Adame joins SportsIQ with Larry Smith to examine Dallas' defensive struggles, the fallout from trading Micah Parsons, Jerry Jones' leadership, and whether the Cowboys can turn things around. ESPN fantasy football insider Field Yates shares his strategies for navigating bye weeks, finding slee...

On today's SportsIQ with Larry Smith, SMU reporter Josh Ortega joins the show to break down the Mustangs' explosive offense, Kevin Jennings' development, Rhett Lashlee's leadership, and the road ahead in the ACC. Veteran broadcaster Paul Crane joins producer Tony to examine the MLB Championship Series, Milwaukee's postseason success, and the growing threat of a 2027 baseball wo...

Larry Smith breaks down a packed day in sports as Georgia and Alabama prepare for a massive SEC showdown with potential hurricane impacts looming. Athens Banner-Herald's Mark Weiszer joins the show to preview the matchup, Kirby Smart's game plan, and the keys to victory in Tuscaloosa. Northwestern play-by-play voice Dave Eanet joins Larry to discuss the Wildcats' spectacular $850 milli...

SportsIQ with Larry Smith breaks down a huge weekend in college football. Brendan Howe of Pittsburgh Sports Now joins the show to discuss Pitt’s 5-0 start, how the Panthers move forward after losing their starting quarterback, and whether Pat Narduzzi’s team can keep its unbeaten run alive. Then UCLA radio color commentator Matt Stevens previews the Bruins’ showdown with Oregon and explains why UC...

Larry Smith breaks down a huge week in college football with USA Today’s Zac Neel, who joins the show to discuss Oregon’s season, Dante Moore’s injury status, Dylan Raiola stepping in at quarterback, and the Ducks’ Top 25 showdown with UCLA. Then, Texas A&M radio voice Andrew Monaco joins Larry to examine the Aggies’ bounce-back win, their renewed physical identity under Mike Elko, and a tough...

Larry Smith and Producer Tony break down a huge sports weekend, including the growing NFL injury crisis and the league’s three remaining unbeaten teams. Plus, Missouri makes a statement with a blowout win over Florida, Kentucky rallies for a dramatic overtime victory, and the WNBA semifinals deliver early surprises from Golden State and Atlanta. The guys also discuss Milwaukee’s playoff push, the...

SportsIQ heads into the weekend with two fascinating stories. LSU basketball beat writer Toyloy Brown joins the show to break down Will Wade’s unusual roster situation, the Tigers’ international talent, eligibility questions surrounding RJ Luis, and what LSU could look like when the season begins. Then Dennis Ackerman of the Believe in Raiders podcast joins the show to discuss Las Vegas’ surprisin...

Larry Smith gets you ready for a huge weekend in college football. Sun Sentinel Miami beat writer Adam Lichtenstein breaks down the No. 4 Hurricanes, Darian Mensah’s incredible start and a major road test at Clemson. Then, Cleveland.com’s Stefan Krajisnik previews Ohio State’s trip to Iowa, Jeremiah Smith’s Heisman case and the Buckeyes’ challenge at Kinnick Stadium. Plus, the latest from the MLB...

The MLB postseason is underway, and the Dodgers are chasing history. Dodgers beat writer Bill Plunkett joins Larry and Tony to break down Los Angeles’ loaded starting rotation, bullpen options, offensive concerns and the biggest obstacles standing between the defending champs and a World Series three-peat. Then, AP women’s basketball writer Doug Feinberg joins the show after the eighth-seeded New...

The MLB postseason is underway, and SportsIQ dives into a loaded Wild Card round. TJ French of Heavy joins Larry to break down all four matchups, including the latest chapter of the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry and which teams could make a deep October run. Boston Herald Red Sox writer Mac Cerullo joins the show for an inside look at Boston’s postseason chances and the challenge waiting in the Bronx. P...

The MLB postseason is here, and the Milwaukee Brewers are entering October after the first 100-win season in franchise history. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers beat writer Todd Rosiak joins Larry to break down the organization’s sustained success, its October outlook and Jakob Misiorowski’s dominant season. Then, CBS Sports NHL writer Austin Nivison previews the 2026–27 season, including Caroli...

It’s a football-packed Friday on SportsIQ with Larry Smith as conference play heats up across the country. Gainesville Sun and USA Today Network Gators beat writer Kevin Brockway joins the show to break down undefeated Florida under John Sumrall and the huge challenge awaiting the Gators when Ole Miss visits The Swamp. Then, USC Trojans on SI beat writer Lorenzo Reyna previews USC’s showdown with...

A huge SEC weekend takes center stage on SportsIQ as Larry Smith previews Texas heading into Neyland Stadium for a marquee matchup with Tennessee. Bob Baskerville, founder and publisher of Rocky Top Insider and host of the Ultimate SEC Sports Show, joins the show to break down the Volunteers, freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon, Tennessee’s improved defense and the challenge of slowing down Arch M...

Larry Smith breaks down a brutal early-season run of NFL quarterback injuries, including the latest setback for Giants QB Jaxson Dart and growing concerns about depth across the league. Oklahoma beat writer Colton Sully joins the show to examine the Sooners’ struggling offense, the pressure surrounding OC Ben Arbuckle and the enormous challenge awaiting OU at No. 2 Georgia. Then Clemson beat write...

SportsIQ with Larry Smith dives into Mississippi State’s surprising start with Clarion-Ledger beat writer Sam Sklar , including the emergence of sophomore quarterback Kamario Taylor and what lies ahead in a brutal SEC schedule. Detroit Free Press Michigan beat writer Tony Garcia breaks down the Wolverines’ 3-0 start, Bryce Underwood’s development, an impressive defense and the upcoming Big Ten bat...

Larry Smith and Tony Cordero break down a wild Week 2 across the NFL, where injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels leave the Bears and Commanders facing major questions at quarterback. Chicago Tribune Bears beat reporter Phil Thompson joins the show to discuss Williams’ injury, Tyson Bagent stepping in, Ben Johnson’s evolving offense and what comes next for Chicago. Plus, the guys run throu...