Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

On this Friday edition of the show, Aaron explains why we actually learned a lot about Big Ten Media Days, including the confident Michigan Wolverines, James Franklin speaking his mind and Kevin Warren being full of-you-know what. Then he welcomes in 10-year NBA vet Rafer Alston to talk about the And1 MixTape Tour and a new documentary and wraps with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong." Here's a full rundow...

On today's show, Aaron discusses Kansas pulling Bill Self off the recruiting market - and whether this means the Jayhawks are about to get punished by the NCAA. Also, what five-star Justin Edwards commitment means to Kentucky and a mailbag where Aaron discusses Gene Smith's 16-team playoff comments and whether Aaron is nicer to people who appear on the podcast. Here's a full rundown: Bill Self and...

On today's show, Aaron discusses Tennessee getting hit with major recruiting violations - but why the school might be OK even if Jeremy Pruitt goes down hard. He then discusses top high school player GG Jackson committing to South Carolina, and also Jerry West absolutely crushing Aaron's arch enemy JJ Redick. What's next for Tennessee following wild recruiting violations (2:00): On Friday, we lear...

On today's show Aaron discusses Kirby Smart's massive contract extension, and why he is getting some pushback for NIL comments. Also, he discusses DJ Wagner's new Nike deal, and if Kentucky is about to land him, and go on a historic recruiting run. Finally he plays, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing conference realignment, John Calipari, and his best and worst NFL takes. He...

On today's show, Aaron explains how Greg Sankey told us at media days what the future of college football looks like - and why it's bad for certain teams. Also, the Big 12-Pac-12 merger is dead - or is it? And Notre Dame wants crazy money to stay independent. Here's a full rundown of today's show: Greg Sankey just told you what the future of college sports looks like (2:30): Aaron opens the show b...

SEC Media Days starts Monday, and Aaron opens by giving his seven biggest storylines in the SEC this year. Then he transitions to a crazy story about potential broken NIL promises to star USC receiver Jordan Addison - and why this is college sports' newest NIL problem. Finally, he wraps discussing the crazy story of top high school hoops recruit GG Jackson who decommitted from UNC and appears to b...

On today's show, Fox Sports' John Fanta joins to discuss his career, how he got into broadcasting, and the present and future of Big East basketball. Among the topics the guys discuss are: * How growing up a Cleveland sports fan, gave him the passion to pursue a sports career * Why going to a non-traditional broadcast school was the best thing for his career * The impact his parents had on his cur...

A few days before SEC Media Days, 247 Sports Josh Pate joins the show, in an exclusive interview. He discusses the rise of his show "Late Kick," the growth of his show and thoughts on the 2022 season. Here is a full rundown of the conversation: * Growing up around college football 365 days a year in Georgia * His unique path in sports media * Starting "Late Kick" nationally during a pandemic * The...

It's "long form" week, as with Aaron on vacation, he is joined by three friends to discuss their careers and the state of college sports in general. Today, Aaron is joined by Outkick.com's Trey Wallace, who chats about: * The moment that he knew he wanted to be a sports writer * The sacrifices that have to be made to have success in the industry, giving up weekends, holidays and more * His work br...

It's a loaded Friday show, as Aaron talks about the complicated future of the Pac-12 (and how the Big 12 fits in), then goes off on the coverage of Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia. Finally, he plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" on the college sports landscape, the NBA Draft, DJ Wagner, KD and more! Here's a full rundown: The complicated future of the Pac-12 (4:00): Aaron opens the show by talking...

On today's show, Aaron discusses the fallout around the Pac-12 from USC and UCLA's decision - and a surprising reaction from across the league. He also hits on the next two realignment moves that could shake up college sports, and discusses the sad fall of Emoni Bates who committed to Eastern Michigan last week. Fallout from the USC/UCLA move (2:00): Aaron opens the show by sharing some conversati...

Aaron drops an emergency Thursday podcast, with full reaction to the news that USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten. Here is his full reaction: Why this news is not shocking - and why it's all about money and stability in the future of college sports (3:00) Why this move changes college sports forever - and is a sign that super conferences are near (10:00) Is there a next move for t...

On today's show, Aaron discusses Miami snagging an elite QB, the NIL rumors and explains why this is the best example yet of why people in college sports are frustrated with NIL. From there he talks about how Arch Manning is *already* having an impact at Texas, and answers the question "Is it North Carolina, Gonzaga and everyone else" in college hoops in 2022-2023. Here's a full rundown: The rumor...

On today's show, Aaron goes through the biggest and most important Week 1 college football games, and asks whether Florida coach Billy Napier is in over his head after a disastrous few weeks for the Gators. Then he talks about two big college hoops commits as five-star Rob Dillingham commits to Kentucky and four star Layden Blocker to Arkansas. Here's a full rundown: The most important Week 1 coll...

On today's show, Aaron reacts to the 2022 NBA Draft, sharing his thoughts on the best picks, worst picks and much more. From there he reacts to Arch Manning committing to Texas, and what it means for the Longhorns and Steve Sarkisian. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" giving his all-time best and worst NBA Draft takes: Full reaction to the NBA Draft (2:30): Aaron ope...

On today's show, Aaron talks about Louisville football's sudden success in recruiting (and whether they'll be covered the same as Texas A&M). Also, he discusses whether Shaedon Sharpe's draft stock is tumbling after a couple of bizarre interviews. Finally, an NBA Draft deep dive with college hoops writer and friend of the show Zac Krull. Louisville's surprise recruiting success (2:30): Aaron opens...

With SEC Media Days a month away, Aaron hits on the 10 biggest questions heading into the college football season, including Alabama's revenge tour, Georgia's encore, Lincoln Riley at USC, Texas, Texas A&M and more. Then he discusses a mega transfer commit for UNC hoops - which might establish them as the best team in 2022-2023, The 10 biggest questions heading into college football season: With S...

On today's show, Aaron shares his thoughts on the Warriors clinching another NBA title, before welcoming back an old friend of the show: Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing the NBA Finals, boosters gone crazy in the NIL world and bad college baseball picks. Here's a full rundown of today's show: NBA Finals thoughts (2:00): Aaro...

On today's show, Aaron answers the 10 biggest questions on the 2022 NBA Draft, discussing Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and biggest boom/bust prospects. Then he hits the mailbag, talking about his favorite announcers, college football's most underrated player and what would Arch Manning's impact be on Georgia? The 10 biggest questions of the 2022 NBA Draft (2:20): Aaron opens the show by discussing...

On today's show, Aaron explains why Tennessee baseball's loss - and opposing fan's excitement about it show just how important Tennessee is for the sport, then wonders if the college baseball tournament can one day match the excitement of March Madness. Finally, he turns to the NBA Draft and asks whether teams should pass on Shaedon Sharpe or not after the fiasco at Kentucky. Tennessee loses and A...

On today's episode, Aaron discusses the media's overreaction to Boston fans chanting vulgarities at Draymond Green, why LIV Golf is here to stay and Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong on Lincoln Riley, the NBA Finals, college hoops ratings and an all-time recruiting miss by Jim Harbaugh Draymond Green vs. Boston overreaction (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the overreaction to Boston fans chanting...

On today's show, Aaron previews college baseball's "Super Regionals." Here is a full list of topics: * Was last weekend the first time college baseball went "mainstream" * What's it like to win a regional on the road like Arkansas did against Oklahoma State last weekend * Is Tennessee good for college baseball - and why there's no one in sports quite like them * Does UConn get enough respect as a...

On today's show, Aaron discusses the Deshaun Watson mess and what the NFL could do, a potential list of replacements for John Calipari at Kentucky, and historic (and game-changing) move for new Duke head coach Jon Scheyer. Here is a full rundown of today's show: The Deshaun Watson mess - and what the NFL should do (2:30): Aaron opens the show by discussing the Deshaun Watson mess, as a new accuser...

On today's show, Aaron discusses an interesting Brian Kelly comment at SEC Media Days, before digging into the NBA Draft deadline. He hits on winners and losers, including Gonzaga, Kansas, Duke, Houston and more, then updates his "Top 25" with rosters set for the 2022-2023 season. Where did your team land? Brian Kelly drops a fascinating quote (2:00): Aaron opens today's show with an update from D...

On today's show, Aaron discusses the SEC coaches meetings, and why Jimbo vs. Saban was *not* the biggest story to emerge. Plus, the NBA Draft deadline nears, Aaron talks about what big decisions have already been made and which ones are to come. Finally, he talks about a busy day at Kentucky, where Jacob Toppin returns, a new assistant was hired and we got a juicy DaJuan Wagner rumors. What we lea...