Win Now or Get Bent

After an update on the departure of Texas State running backs coach and Bobcats legend Barrick Nealy, Keff Ciardello is joined by Matt Bagley from State of the Beavs to discuss the Oregon State Beavers for the first edition in our Pac-12 101 series.  *Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com and FamilyFirstCremationServices.com *

Happy Pac-12 Day! The Pac-12 revival became a reality at midnight and the Texas State Bobcats made sure to count down in style. Plus, 5 more commits puts the Bobcats at 21 for 2027, and an interview with Stuggart HS QB and Texas State football commit Cain Price. *Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com and FamilyFirstCremationServices.com* 

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Keff Ciardello gives a quick update on Texas State recruiting as the Bobcats continue to add 2027 commits. Followed by an interview with Wylie running back Daylon Gordon on why the 4-star prospect decided to commit to the Texas State Bobcats.

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State football's 2027 recruiting class is up to 15 commitments and gearing up to be the Bobcats' best high school class ever. Plus, Keff Ciardello is joined by former KTSW sports director and all-around Texas State sicko John Beck for a deep dive discussion on everything Bobcats (and beyond). 

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State football's 2027 recruiting class is up to 12 commitments after a big weekend, including the program's second-ever 4-star commitment. Keff Ciardello talks about the Bobcats' recruiting success before a quick update on the Pac-12 media share and the Texas Tech, Brendan Sorsby situation.

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Keff Ciardello breaks down the big announcement from Texas State on Monday that the Bobcats will add women's gymnastics to its athletics department starting in 2028, making Texas State University the only Division I gymnastics program in Texas. Plus, baseball season ends in the College Station Regional and football continues to add JUCO linemen for the 2026...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State baseball was selected to its first NCAA Regional since 2022 with an opening matchup against the USC Trojans slated for 8 pm this Friday night. Plus, Keff Ciardello discusses the Pac-12 conference releasing its kickoff times and broadcast channels for the 2026 season, while Bobcats' football continues to bring in commitments for the 2026 and 2027...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The bad blood between Texas State and UTSA spilled onto the diamond this week with the Bobcats getting run-ruled and then shoved by Roadrunners coach Pat Halmark in the post game handshake line. Plus, TXST football keeps adding new players, while men's and women's basketball have a whole new look for 2026 thanks to the transfer portal. Host Keff Ciardello is...

The Pac-12 unveiled a new logo, Texas State football held its annual spring game "showcase," baseball and softball are gearing up for the post season and both basketball squads just got a whole lot bigger with some commitments. Keff Ciardello covers it all in this episode of Win Now or Get Bent. 

Texas State football is set to wrap up its 2026 spring ball slate with a practice open to the public on Saturday at UFCU Stadium. After attending every open media practice the Bobcats had available this spring, Keff Ciardello is ready to crack open a mailbag and answer all your burning Bobcats questions. 

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State baseball and softball are hot after wins over ranked opponents, while both basketball teams are making big moves for the Pac-12. Plus, a full update on Texas State football's spring practice and a breakdown of Keff Ciardello's 2-deep roster prediction after being on the scene at UFCU Stadium.

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The Texas State Bobcats football team is back on the field for spring practice to prepare for TXST's inaugural season in the Pac-12. Keff Ciardello was on the scene for spring ball and the Bobcats' Pro Day on Monday. He talks about both events before giving an update and his thoughts on Texas State men's basketball.

A strong finish to the regular season has the Texas State men's basketball team in the 5-seed of the Sun Belt Championship Tournament after a 6-team tie for second place in the standings. Keff Ciardello is here to give a Bobcats' laden preview before following TXST on a road trip to Pensacola, Florida for the tourney. Plus, quick updates on baseball, softball and football.   Editor's note: Texas S...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The Pac-12 Conference revealed Texas State's 2026 schedule with the Bobcats hosting 7 home games with 8 total games in the Lone Star State. Keff Ciardello to give his thoughts on the Bobcats' 2026 slate as well as an update on basketball, baseball and softball. 

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - It's been 5 years to the day since Win Now or Get Bent's first episode as an audio only podcast. Keff Ciardello celebrates with a big mailbag from the Texas State faithful as the offseason hits full swing.

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State football added 38 players for its 2026 recruiting class in preparation for the Bobcats' inaugural season in the Pac-12 Conference. After retaining key starters and new college football rule locking transfers in until after the season, Texas State's 2026 roster is nearly full. With that in mind, Keff Ciardello gets a head start on a way too early...

The transfer portal window closed last Friday with Texas State officially announcing 18 new players, including 6 defensive lineman, to add to its 37-man 2026 class. Bobcats coming and Bobcats going, Keff Ciardello is here to breakdown Texas State's 2026 recruiting haul. (Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com )

Texas State football dominated the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl for the Bobcats' 3rd consecutive bowl victory after a winning season. Keff Ciardello is here to talk all about the 41-10 win, the historical program records that were broken in 2025, and how the Texas State Bobcats are fairing in the transfer portal window (Jan. 2 - Jan. 15).

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com , BHIhats.com , Austin. Patchmaster.com  - Texas State head coach GJ Kinne joins Keff Ciardello to talk about the Bobcats' 3rd consecutive bowl game, defensive changes, and the transfer portal ahead of Texas State's matchup against the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl this Friday at noon. HAPPY NEW YEAR, SICKOS 🧨  

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com , BHIhats.com, Austin. Patchmaster.com  - Texas State picked up not one, but two defensive coordinators to revamp its defense - South Alabama DC Will Windham and Sac State DC Marcus Patton as assistant coach. Will this improve the Bobcats' lackluster defense from 2025? Keff Ciardello starts the show with his thoughts on the G5 in the CFP debate before discussi...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com , BHIhats.com , Austin. Patchmaster.com  - The Texas State Bobcats are heading back to DFW for the postseason to take on the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl on Jan. 2. Plus, quarterback Brad Jackson announced on Friday night that he would return for the Bobcats debut season in the Pac-12 in 2026, along with his two favorite targets, Beau Sparks and Chris Da...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin. Patchmaster.com  - A massive move for Texas State after NSD 2026 and before its bowl game announcement this weekend - the Bobcats head coach GJ Kinne fired defensive coordinator Dexter McCoil on Thursday. WNOGB host Keff Ciardello talks about what this means for Texas State while kicking around some candidates for the next DC before recap...

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com , BHIhats.com , Austin. Patchmaster.com  -  Before we find out this weekend where Texas State football will play its bowl game, the Bobcats introduced 19 signed recruits for the class of 2026, including the school's first ever 4-Star, Kilgore WR/DB La'Keyleon Graves. Keff Ciardello is here to break down the Bobcats' post season aspirations and talk about the h...

-Is Texas State head coach G.J. Kinne going to get caught up in the chaotic 2025 college football coaching cycle? -Can the Bobcats beat South Alabama and get to bowl eligibility? -What is the latest on the Pac-12 media deal?  -Are you buying or selling Texas State men's basketball after a 6-2 start? Keff Ciardello answers these and more for our regular season finale mailbag.

Texas State plays its final game in the Sun Belt Conference this Saturday against South Alabama. With bowl eligibility one win away, Texas State will need solid performances from both sides of the ball to get the win.  Plus, Zach address the college football coaching carousel.