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How about a 79-yard drive to the Lombardi Trophy? Host Alyssa Butterson and Coach G chat all things Super Bowl LVI. Not only did the Rams defense make up for the Joe Burrow show, the offense showed up big time when needed.  23-20 and just like that Matthew Stafford has as many Super Bowl wins as the Great Aaron Rodgers... but that's not what this episode is about. Or is it?  South Carolina wi...

Super Bowl LVI is among us. The stage is set at SoFi Stadium where the Los Angeles Rams can (hopefully) win a Super Bowl in the comfort of thier own home.  Unless,  2020 No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow and 2021 first-round pick Ja'Marr Chase cap off a dream season with the ultimate win?  Brian Flores' has placed lawsuits vs. multiple teams and the NFL for alleged racism during his head-coa...

The Conference Championship games are set. The Cincinnati Bengals are traveling to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game while the San Francisco 49ers travel to SoFi Stadium to face the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship game. Host Alyssa Butterson and Coach G break down the AFC & NFC Divisional Playoff Games. Both Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady ta...

How Bout' Them Cowboys? Coach G extends his condolences to Mike McCarthy and the Cowboys. Why can they not seem to win in the playoffs?  After an exciting Wild Card Weekend, only the best of the best advance to the Divisional Round. Host Alyssa Butterson and Coach G break down the most interesting wins and losses plus give Pickens Picks for the upcoming Divisional Round matchups.  https://lin...

The Georgia Bulldogs have done it! For the first time in 41 years the Dawgs now sit at the top once again after defeating Alabama 33-18 in the College Football Playoff National Championship game. After a slow first half Host Alyssa Butterson and Coach G break down the explosive second half for the Bulldogs.  Wild Card Weekend is amongst us and we're ready! Matchups from Saturday to Monday are...

After a dramatic walk off from Antonio Brown, Host Alyssa Butterson is joined by Coach G to break down AB's history of behavior and what lead to him leaving mid game during the Jets/Bucs game.  The NFL playoff picture is getting pretty real now. Which teams have locked in a spot and which teams are still in the hunt? Gamecock fans, this ones for you. After Shane Beamer's first season as...

We're back and ready to talk sports with our OOP fam.  NFL: playoff standings + some potential Super Bowl contenders? NCAA & NBA  Everything you want to hear about with some fun conversation in between. https://linktr.ee/opinionsonpickens

Gamecock fans are recovering after a tough loss to Clemson last week. Host Alyssa Butterson and Coach G discuss what went wrong for the Gamecocks and express opinions on a hopefully future for Gamecock Football under Shane Beamer.  College Football Rankings Predictions . Can Alabama hold on? Or Will Georgia remain #1.  NFL Football Rankings.  https://linktr.ee/opinionsonpickens

The BIG Five-Oh. Episode 50.  Alyssa Butterson and Coach G chat all things Gamecocks including a huge upset over the Florida Gators this past weekend. Can the Gamecocks win out?  How about them Cowboys? The Cowboys take a tough loss to the Denver Broncos, and the New York Giants take home a W all in the same week. Monday Night Football.  Mr. Rudy joins the show for Pickens Picks.  https://linktr.e...

The Atlanta Braves clinched their first World Series title in 26 years. As everyone soaks it in Alyssa Butterson and Coach G reflect on the matchup.  The NFL Trade Deadline has come and gone and some interesting decisions have been made. Spoiler alert: Deshaun Watson is still in Houston.  The Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with wide receiver Henry Ruggs III after he was arrested for driving 15...

With the Dallas Cowboys 5-1 as they hit their by-week... chatter all over the league is starting about a Super Bowl run. Does Dallas have a championship level roster? Host Alyssa Butterson is Joined by Coach G to discuss their thoughts.  The Braves came out on top the first two games of the series and then took a devastating loss to the Dodgers in Game 3. Who can come out of this series on top?  S...

Jon Gruden has given the fans a great performance. We just break down all the bits and pieces.  Less than 72 hours after Gurden's resignation, Alyssa and Coach G break down the Raiders Coach resigning after Homophobic and Misogynistic emails were uncovered.  Kyrie Irving's decision to remain unvaccinated could also cost him his career. The Nets have decided to not allow the starting poin...

As Week 4 of NFL football comes to a close Alyssa and Coach G discuss what went right for teams that were able to take home a W. Shocking losses are also brought up such as the Titans losing to the Jets and the Texans worst loss in franchise history to the Bills.  Urban Meyer drama has developed after a video of him went viral after his loss on TNF against the Bengals. Is this really a big deal or...

The NFL has welcomed young QBs with open arms and it has been nothing but heartache for these superstars. Alyssa Butterson and Coach G discuss why the NFL is so much different from the college game, and certain adjustments that could help each of them have a great career.   Specifically.... Justin Fields getting sacked 9 times in his debut against Cleveland. How bad actually was Matt Nagy game pla...

Football is back, and week one ended with a huge win for the Las Vegas Raiders in MNF. Alyssa Butterson and Coach Gantt explore what went wrong for the Ravens and what went right for the Raiders.  Lost: Aaron Rodgers  If found please return to Green Bay  What did we think of Aaron against the Saints? Andy Dalton didn't do anything wrong, but he didn't exactly do anything right. Chicago f...

Boxer or Superhuman? Christy Martin shook the boxing world as she rose to become one of the greatest, but her personal life was the ultimate obstacle to overcome. Coach G joins the show to discuss the person who brought women's boxing to the mainstream in the 1990's,  and the amazing story that lead Christy Martin to her ultimate win. From "The Coal Miner's Daughter", to t...

NFL is back! Preseason has already begun and Alyssa Butterson and Coach G have some bold predictions for this season. Pickens Picks are discussed for Preseason week 2 with Mr. Rudy.  G.M. Nick Caserio informed fans during a radio interview that QB Deshaun Watson won't play in the preseason opener against Green Bay. Is this hot news or cold news?  We all think we know who the starting QB is fo...

Alyssa Butterson and Coach G chat about Carson Wentz undergoing surgery on his foot and him most likely being out for up to 12 weeks. What does this mean for the Colts first five games of the season? Winners and Losers of the NBA Free Agency are discussed. Lakers bring on Melo and Russell Westbrook, Miami has a new big three.  A week after taking herself out of several competitions to focus on her...

The Milwaukee Bucks are the 2021 NBA Champions.  Has it sunk in yet? Alyssa and Coach G breakdown the historical performance from Giannis Anteokounmpo that lead him and his team to victory. What does this say about Giannis and the Bucks? Did Chris Paul lose his best shot at becoming a NBA champion? Hear the latest on the NFL's new Covid policy. Is the NFL being too tough on players and coache...

Game 3 and 4 breakdowns of the NBA Finals. The Bucks were able to avoid going down at home, can they do it twice to even the series? Alyssa Butterson and Coach Gantt discuss Pickens Picks.  Start, Bench, Cut  Who would you keep and who would you cut? Tune in to hear this weeks lineups.  https://linktr.ee/opinionsonpickens

Bucks take the Hawks down in game 6 to advance to the Finals. Alyssa is joined by Coach Gantt to discuss what went right for the Bucks, and predictions for the Finals.  Hawks make Nate McMillan their permanent head coach. His impressive leadership that helped the hawks reach the Eastern Conference Finals after taking over for Lloyd Pierce.  It's happening! NCAA athletes are now able to make m...

Alyssa Butterson is joined by Coach Gantt to discuss the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Was the Hawks loss in game 3 mostly due to Trae's ankle injury? Could Giannis be out for game 5?  A & G also talk about Paul George pulling out his inner Playoff P to lead his team to a win over the Suns in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. Can he lead this Clippers team to another win a...

The NBA Playoffs continue with another week of basketball keeping everyone on their toes. Coach Gantt joins the show to discuss the altercations between the Phoenix Suns and the Denver Nuggets + The league MVP getting ejected right before the Suns swept.  Giannis lead his team to a win, bringing the series to 2-2 as the Brooklyn Nets look for answers to multiple team injuries. Alyssa talks about h...

Alyssa Butterson is joined by Coach Gantt to discuss Julio Jones heading to the Titans. Does this make the Titans Super Bowl contenders?  Coach K is calling it quits, after this upcoming season he will be retiring. How did he impact college basketball? Coach Gantt reflects on some memorable moments throughout Coach K's career.  The NBA Playoffs continue .... How good are the remaining teams?...

Alyssa Butterson is joined by Detroit Lions FB Jason Cabinda to discuss his football journey. Jason shares some memories from his time at Penn State, and reflects on his time with the Raiders. Going from one side of the ball to the other may seem difficult to most but Jason is taking on the challenge with open arms as he prepares to switch positions this upcoming season.  https://linktr.ee/opinion...