The Armchair Authority

This week, Ryan and Kelly unpack the massive, permanent twist in Lubbock, where quarterback Brendan Sorsby dropped his historic NCAA lawsuit to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. Then, they dive into the political street fight on Capitol Hill after a controversial new college sports bill clears a major Senate committee despite fierce opposition from the SEC and Big Ten. Over in Major League Basebal...

Brendan Sorsby is fighting for his eligibility, the NFL personal conduct policy is under an intense spotlight yet again, and an active defensive anchor thought eating electronic evidence was a sound legal strategy. Ryan and Kelly discuss all this and much more! We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority

The boys cover the NFL trade frenzy and react to the NBA Finals spotlight. Ryan shares his thoughts on some college football questions, and Kelly is questioning the Royals’ new stadium plans. Can Kelly be a Spurs fan? Ryan explains the criteria for that to happen. All of this and more of the best content on the planet in this episode of The Armchair Authority. We have Merch! Check it out at: http:...

Lane Kiffin went to Vanity Fair and dropped a nuclear bomb on Oxford, Mississippi—and the SEC office is absolutely losing its mind. This week, Ryan and Kelly break down Kiffin’s wild comments, the impending punishment from the league, and why the October game against Ole Miss is officially a war. Plus, the 2026 NFL Schedule dropped and the league computer threw absolute statistical malpractice at...

This week, the boys discuss where Aaron Rodgers likely plays this season. Ryan throws another game at Kelly…does he really know anything about football? Is Brian Kelly really sourcing AI in preparation of job interviews? Perhaps he should have all of the answers after 35 years of coaching. All of this and more of the best content on the planet on this week’s episode of The Armchair Authority! We h...

This week, the boys dive into the recent NFL Draft, explore Mike Vrabel's latest antics, and dissect the wild world of Steelers quarterback speculation. From trade rumors to questionable picks, Ryan and Kelly break down the drama, the excitement, and all the nonsense that comes during a pivotal time in the NFL calendar. All of this and more of the best content on the planet in this week’s episode...

This week on The Armchair Authority , Ryan and Kelly tackle the nuances of modern fandom—where does rooting for a second team end and being a bandwagon fan begin? We also provide a look at the Department of Justice investigation into the NFL’s media deals and why the Sports Broadcasting Act is under fire. To wrap it up, we analyze the Pittsburgh Steelers' high-stakes draft plan. With 12 picks in t...

A 35-foot prayer, a rollover crash, and a $20M veteran bridge. This week: We review UConn’s miracle win over Duke , dissect the Tiger Woods DUI police report, and debate if Kirk Cousins is a mentor or just a placeholder for the Raiders. Plus, the boys tackle the Immaculate Grid and debut a new game, "Same Face, New Place." Subscribe for the analysis, stay for the petty. We have Merch! Check it out...

The Armchair Authority is back and we’re expanding the panel. Anthony joins Ryan and Kelly for the official selection special of our 64-Film Sports Movie Bracket . We’re breaking down the regions from "The Heavyweights" to "The Wildcards" to find the cinematic GOAT. We also provide a forensic look at the NFL Free Agency moves that just reset the market for cornerbacks and centers. Can the Raiders...

1 Grid. 9 Boxes. 2 Hosts. Zero Mercy. This week: We conquer the Immaculate Grid , discuss the "enlarged" Olympic scandal you have to hear to believe, and ask the question every Niners fan is screaming: Where is Brandon Aiyuk? We’re tracking the stats and the whispers behind the most puzzling disappearance in the league. Stick around for the finale as Kelly takes on the Ultimate NFL Quiz Challenge...

46 years in the making! This week, we salute the US Men’s Hockey gold and the "Toothless Wonder" Jack Hughes. We’re also live from the NFL Combine with the standout stats you need to know and weighing in on the Ravens' $74M Lamar problem . We dive into the MLB's new "Robot Umps," the UFL’s wild new rule changes , and why MLB ownership continues to be a disaster for the fans. We have Merch! Check i...

Super Bowl LX is in the rearview, and the sports world is on fire. This week: Winter Olympics, Mahomes’ $43M "Pay Cut," and the $6,000,000 quarterback that just broke college football. Kelly grades the newest NFL coaching hires (and it’s not pretty) while the boys battle it out on the Immaculate Grid. It’s a jampacked episode—subscribe for the analysis, stay for the stupidity. We have Merch! Check...

We’re going long! This week, Ryan breaks down the Seahawks' clinical revenge over the Patriots in Super Bowl LX and asks the $100M question: Who is the early favorite for 2026? Then, Kelly unloads a nuclear take on the NCAA Transfer Portal. Is the "proven starter" obsession officially killing the dreams of high school seniors? Grab a drink and settle in—this is our longest, loudest, and most jampa...

This week the boys discuss the CFP Championship Game, NFL Playoff results and Ryan cant remember what historic NFL play is which. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority

This week, the boys discuss the NFL and College Football Playoffs, the coaching carousel, and various other topics. Are NFL coaches riding the hot-seat? The boys discuss the hires and firings like they definitely know better than the people getting paid millions. Kelly dials up another Quizard of Oz that focuses solely on NFL fooball facts to test Ryan’s knowledge. All of this and more of the best...

This week Kelly gives his thoughts on the drama in Ames Iowa. The Boys talk about how "unlucky" the Baltimore Ravens are and they also take a peak at the upcoming CFP and NFL Playoffs. Also the Quizard Of Oz returns for its third weeks and Kelly teaches everyone how to drive. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_...

This week, Ryan and Kelly dive into the College Football Playoff (CFP) and the controversies surrounding it. Is John Harbaugh's position in the hot seat justified? The boys chime in on DK Metcalf's recent and expensive off-field incident and the Kansas City Chiefs moving to Kansas. Let us not forget the Quizard of Oz with a friend of the show. All this and more of the best content on the planet in...

This week’s early-Christmas episode brings the heat from kickoff to the final whistle. The boys dive into the worlds of Sherrone Moore and Lane Kiffin. Ryan then flips the switch to full-throttle NFL Playoff chaos. Kelly introduces a new segment that tests Ryan’s knowledge on various subjects. Smart, loud, and always entertaining, the boys take the no-huddle and no-filter approach delivering the b...

This week, the boys continue discussing the College Football Playoffs. Did the committee get it right? Kelly chooses to take the high road, but he can’t stay there for long. Another deep dive into random NFL talk leads to saying goodbye to Kelly’s beloved Chiefs. Kelly discusses the hiring of Matt Campbell and Ryan shares his love for the Bears. All this and more of the best content on the planet...

This week, Ryan begins the show with great news about Kelly’s baldness. Kelly and Ryan talk about why they trust no team in the NFL as the playoffs approach. Is the college football playoff system still broken? The boys think it might be. If you haven’t heard, Lane Kiffin is now coaching at LSU, and the boys have some thoughts and feelings about that. All that and more of the best content on the p...

It's turkey week and the boys are visited by a local Denver Bronco's expert, they talk NCAA coach openings that may be filled in December and they take a look at the best Thanksgiving Day side dishes. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority

This week the Boys talk about the terrible situation that is your daughter starting to date. The crazy situations in college football and the teams that are for real in the NFL. Plus Kelly predicts a Chicago second half season meltdown. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority

This week the boys talk about the CFP Bubble Teams, Brian Dabol getting fired and The LSU & Brian Kelly Lawsuit drama. Ryan also goes on an unscripted rank about the the fraudulent Packers and Kelly lets one rip. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority

This week, the boys discuss the joys of parenting as it relates to sons and their tantrums. Ryan takes a shot at ranking the most attractive college head coaching jobs, and are the NFL power rankings accurate? All this and more of the best content on the planet on this week’s episode of The Armchair Authority We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the....

On this weeks episode, the Boys talk about why people hate the LA Dodgers, and what has been a rather boring World Series. They also go on a random tangent to discuss the atrocity that is the CFP trophy and Kelly gives you his NFL Mid-Season MVP. We have Merch! Check it out at: http://tee.pub/lic/V2NfaTYre00 Follow us: Instagram: the.armchair.authority Twitter/X: @ac_authority