SportsIQ with Larry Smith

On today’s SportsIQ with Larry Smith, we dig into a jam-packed week one of college football — and yes, producer Tony serves up Texas at No. 4 on the preseason platter. Can the Longhorns live up to the hype, or is this steak still a little rare? 🏈 Peter Holland Jr. (Tallahassee Democrat) joins us to preview Florida State vs. No. 8 Alabama. Can the Seminoles bury last year’s nightmare and restore u...

🏈 Cleveland Browns quarterback drama — Guest: Evan Dammarell (Right Down Euclid) joins Tony Cordaro to break down the Browns’ unusual four-QB roster, Joe Flacco’s stability, the Deshaun Watson fallout, and the future of Myles Garrett in Cleveland. 🎙️ Illinois Football’s rising expectations — Guest: Coach Bret Bielema (Illinois Fighting Illini) sits down with Mike Cagley of IlliniGuys Sports Spect...

Larry Smith delivers a loaded Friday show from Atlanta ahead of WNBA on ION: 🏀 WNBA Spotlight with Lo Yarnall (Yahoo Sports): Paige Bueckers’ record-setting 44-point night and her lock on Rookie of the Year. Rookie standouts Sonia Citron and Kiki Rafan transforming the Mystics. MVP debate: Nafisa Collier, A’ja Wilson, and Jonquel Jones. Contenders and threats heading into the postseason: Liberty,...

🏈 Fantasy Football Draft Prep — GUEST: Yahoo Sports’ Scott Pianowski joins Tony for an in-depth guide on sleepers, rookies, risky picks, and how to approach the 2025 fantasy season. 🏀 WNBA History — Paige Bueckers drops 44 points for Dallas, tying a rookie scoring record, but Kelsey Plum steals the game with a buzzer-beater for the Sparks. ⚾ MLB Races Heat Up — Tigers sweep the Astros, Phillies...

🏈 Kansas State vs. Iowa State kicks off the college football season in Dublin — beat writer Kellis Robinett (Wichita Eagle/Kansas City Star) breaks down Avery Johnson’s growth, Dylan Edwards’ impact, and Chris Klieman’s coaching style.🏈 The Kansas City Chiefs reload for another Super Bowl run — Jordan Foote (Heavy.com) joins to assess Patrick Mahomes’ protection, Travis Kelce’s window, and Andy...

Larry Smith breaks down a jam-packed sports slate: ⚾ MLB Spotlight — Dodgers-Padres rivalry heats up with columnist Jim Alexander (Southern California News Group) weighing in on trade deadline moves, Shohei Ohtani’s role, and bullpen concerns as the NL West tightens. Can San Diego finally challenge LA’s dominance? 🏈 College Football Preview — Clemson insider Derrian Carter (Greenville News) join...

Larry Smith dives into the final days before college football kicks off and a busy weekend across sports: 🏈 College Football Countdown — Producer Tony unveils the next teams in SportsIQ’s preseason Top 25, with big questions around Tennessee and Michigan’s outlook. 🏈 Alabama Spotlight — Guest Joe Gaither (BamaCentral.com) joins to break down Kalen DeBoer’s second year at Alabama, Ty Simpson’s po...

Larry Smith welcomes one of the most respected voices in college football — Phil Steele, publisher of the Phil Steele College Football Preview . Phil shares insights from his 31st annual edition, breaking down the impact of NIL, the transfer portal, and which programs could surprise in 2025. From Big Ten powerhouses to SEC contenders and sneaky playoff hopefuls, Steele offers his take on teams to...

Larry Smith and producer Tony Cordaro welcome two insightful guests to cover both the NFL and college football. 🏈 NFL Spotlight – Jacksonville Jaguars Sports reporter Alessandra Pontbriand ( News4Jax ) breaks down the Jaguars’ offseason overhaul, from Trevor Lawrence’s footwork focus to rookie sensation Travis Hunter’s two-way potential. She shares why Doug Pederson’s era fizzled, how Liam Coen i...

⚾ Bob Kendrick , President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum , joins us to share the rich history of the Negro Leagues, their role in shaping Major League Baseball, and the museum’s ambitious plans for expansion in Kansas City. From Jackie Robinson to Henry Aaron, Kendrick’s stories bring to life the players, pioneers, and cultural impact of Black baseball in America. 🏀 Pam Seidenman , founde...

BEST OF: On this encore edition of SportsIQ , Larry Smith sits down with three top NFL beat writers to get an inside look at training camps and expectations for 2025. 🏈 Falcons: D. Orlando Ledbetter ( Atlanta Journal-Constitution ) breaks down Michael Penix Jr.’s rise to QB1, Atlanta’s young defensive talent, and the urgency to deliver for owner Arthur Blank. 🏈 Saints: Matt Paras ( New Orleans T...

On today’s SportsIQ, Larry Smith sits down with veteran sports journalist Hondo Carpenter for an unfiltered look at Michigan State football — from the tumultuous Mel Tucker years to the promise of new head coach Jonathan Smith. Hondo shares insider stories from decades of covering the Spartans, his candid take on NIL’s impact, and why Tom Izzo’s integrity stands apart in college sports. Then, Penn...

On today’s SportsIQ , Larry Smith closes out the week with two power-packed interviews and a slate full of gridiron headlines: 🏈 College Football Deep Dive – Legendary analyst Danny Sheridan joins Tony Cordaro to deliver scorching hot takes on the coming season. He predicts surprise flops from Texas, Miami, and Clemson, names coaches on the hot seat (even at Alabama and Auburn), and lays out why...

🏈 NFL Headlines : Mike Vrabel bloodied in a wild joint practice brawl. Teddy Bridgewater speaks out after suspension from high school coaching job — a powerful reflection on integrity and mentorship. NFC East chaos: Cowboys, Giants, and Commanders make noise, while the Eagles quietly stay elite. NFL Preseason kicks off: What to watch and who's playing. ⚾ MLB Madness : Toronto crushes Colorad...

On today’s SportsIQ with Larry Smith , we dive deep into NFL preseason buzz and baseball brilliance: 🏈 NFL Preview: Packers & Browns Packers beat writer Max Dible (Heavy.com) breaks down Green Bay’s chances in the NFC North: Jordan Love’s development curve Rookie WR Max Golden’s impact O-line stability and Edgerrin Cooper’s breakout potential Is Rashan Gary overpaid? Pressure mounting on Matt...

Larry Smith breaks down a pivotal moment in the MLB season and previews a huge year for Penn State football: ⚾ MLB Trade Deadline Reaction : CBS Sports' Matt Snyder returns to assess the biggest winners (Mariners, Padres, Phillies), why some GMs were too cautious, and the Brewers' shocking dominance since June 1. We also explore why the Cubs are still in striking distance, and which AL te...

Larry Smith returns with a packed SportsIQ to kick off August: 🏈 NFL Stalemates: Micah Parsons and Terry McLaurin want out—how did the Cowboys and Commanders let it get this far? Plus, thoughts on the Hall of Fame class of 2025 with Gates, Sharp, Allen & Allen. ⚾ MLB Pennant Races Tighten: The Phillies climb back atop the NL East, Brewers dominate, and the Yankees suffer a historic sweep by...

On today’s SportsIQ , Larry Smith dives into a jam-packed Friday sports slate: ⚾️ MLB Trade Deadline Fallout — From the Yankees' bullpen boost to the Orioles' full teardown, Larry and Producer Tony Cordero break down the winners, losers, and long-view rebuilders. Did the Tigers quietly win the week? Are the Padres making a run? 🗣️ Yankees Insider Scoop — Randy Miller (NJ.com) returns to d...

On this episode of SportsIQ , Larry Smith covers a fast-paced day across multiple sports: 🏀 WNBA Viewership Surge : Why ratings are up 21% year-over-year — and it’s not just Caitlin Clark. Nafisa Collier, Paige Bueckers, and Sabrina Ionescu headline a league-wide leap in skill and popularity. ⚾ MLB Trade Deadline Drama : Tony Cordaro joins Larry to break down late-breaking deals including Shane...

Larry Smith dives into college football’s hottest topics and expanding sports media storylines: 🏈 College Football Deep Dive — Ole Miss insider Evie Van Pelt (The Rebel Walk) joins to break down Lane Kiffin’s evolution, Ole Miss’s playoff chances, NIL strategy, and the SEC’s playoff outlook. 🏟 Stadium Shifts — From Cleveland to Chicago to D.C., the NFL’s stadium arms race intensifies. Why domes a...

On today’s SportsIQ , Larry Smith covers the emotional and strategic storylines shaping the sports world: ⚾ A tribute to Ryne Sandberg — Cubs legend and Hall of Fame second baseman — following his passing at age 65. 🏈 College football deep dive: Matt Perkins (Believe in Badgers) discusses Wisconsin's course correction with a new OC and a renewed run-first identity. Tom Hannifan (State of Sta...

On today’s SportsIQ , Larry Smith kicks off the week with a deep dive into the college football landscape: 🏈 Louisville football insider Alexis Cubit (Louisville Courier Journal) breaks down Jeff Brohm’s program evolution, the massive impact of Vince Marrow’s hire, and how the Cardinals are positioning themselves as ACC contenders. 🏈 Matt Stevens, UCLA radio analyst, joins to talk about Deshaun...

On today’s SportsIQ with Larry Smith , we kick off from Buckhead, Atlanta, ahead of another WNBA doubleheader — but the real heat is in college football, with Illinois and Indiana looking like genuine contenders in the Big Ten. 🏈 Illinois QB Luke Altmeyer turns down major SEC offers to stay in Champaign — Matt Stevens (IlliniGuys.com) joins to break down what it means and how Brett Bielema has bu...

On today’s SportsIQ , Larry Smith dives into a wide-ranging Thursday show: 🏈 NFL profits hit staggering highs — $13.8 billion in revenue, $432M per team, and Russell Wilson named Giants starter. ⚾ Reds make history avoiding sweeps, Tigers collapse, and Verlander finally wins in San Francisco. 🏀 WNBA spotlight: Brittney Griner’s Phoenix return, Dallas' growing ratings power, and a playoff pu...

🏈 College Football Spotlight – Tony Liebert (Bring Me The News) joins to preview a pivotal two-year window for PJ Fleck and Minnesota. From quarterback Drake Lindsey to breakout star Coy Perich, are the Gophers primed to finally jump tiers in the Big Ten? 🏈 NFL Deep Dive – Theo Mackie (Arizona Republic) breaks down Arizona’s playoff-or-bust mindset. Can Kyler Murray take the next step? Will Marv...