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Another SEC Quarterbacks List Has Byrum Brown Listed Too Low
Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown faces perplexingly low SEC rankings—has public perception missed the mark? Zac Blackerby discusses John Williams’ post-spring SEC quarterback power rankings, where Brown lands at ninth, and questions why the talented transfer isn’t drawing top-five buzz after Auburn’s aggressive roster building. Key topics include comparisons with top SEC QBs like Trinidad Chambliss (Ole Miss), Gunner Stockton (Georgia), and Arch Manning (Texas), evaluation of Auburn’s supporting cast, and critical matchups against teams with lower-ranked signal-callers—including Alabama, Mississippi State, and Tennessee. Blackerby spotlights the Tigers’ 2026 season potential, Auburn’s defensive strengths under DJ Durkin, and whether Brown can silence doubters in must-win games. Is Byrum Brown poised to exceed expectations and lead Auburn to a breakout year? Story Mentioned: https://soonerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/sooners/football/2026/04/23/oklahoma-football-sec-arch-manning-john-mateer-trinidad/89737409007/ Another SEC Quarterbacks List Has Byrum Brown Listed Too Low Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAuburn?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zblackerby Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lockedonauburn #Auburn #AuburnTigers #AuburnFootball #NCAA #CollegeFootball
College Football’s Season-Defining Games: Texas, Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia & More Trap Spots
Which games will define the 2026 college football season for the nation’s top contenders? CBS Sports and Brandon Marcello’s post-spring Top 25 rankings spotlight the biggest “make or break” matchups — and they are not always the obvious ones. From dangerous trap games to brutal schedule spots, we break down the games that could shape the College Football Playoff race for Texas, Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame, Indiana, Miami, Texas A&M, LSU, Oklahoma, USC, Ole Miss, Alabama and more. Texas faces a tricky road trip to Missouri. Ohio State gets USC on Halloween night in the middle of a brutal stretch. Oregon hosts Michigan after a road trip to Ohio State. Georgia welcomes Oklahoma and Brent Venables’ defense. Alabama travels to Tennessee in the middle of a loaded SEC gauntlet. Are these the games that will separate national championship contenders from pretenders? Also discussed: 🏈 Texas Longhorns at Missouri 🏈 Ohio State Buckeyes at USC 🏈 Oregon Ducks vs Michigan Wolverines 🏈 Georgia Bulldogs vs Oklahoma Sooners 🏈 Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Miami Hurricanes 🏈 Indiana Hoosiers at Nebraska 🏈 Texas A&M Aggies at LSU 🏈 LSU Tigers at Ole Miss 🏈 Oklahoma vs Texas in the Red River Rivalry 🏈 USC Trojans vs Oregon 🏈 Ole Miss vs Auburn 🏈 Alabama Crimson Tide at Tennessee Subscribe for more college football rankings, SEC football talk, College Football Playoff debates, schedule breakdowns and high-stakes CFB predictions. #CollegeFootball #CFB #CollegeFootballPlayoff #TexasFootball #OhioStateFootball #AlabamaFootball #GeorgiaFootball #OregonFootball #NotreDameFootball #SECFootball #BigTenFootball #LSUFootball #OklahomaFootball #USCFootball #OleMissFootball SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com
The New York Knicks Are On Fire and Wemby Get Tosssed Out
On the latest episode of The Rashad Grove Show, we talk about he 2026 NBA Conference Semifinals shifted into high gear this weekend, delivering a mix of dominant sweeps, strategic stalemates, and high-drama ejections that have redefined the playoff landscape.The East: New York Dominance and Cleveland's ResilienceThe New York Knicks made the loudest statement of the weekend, officially advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals with a ruthless 144–114 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. The 30-point blowout completed a clean 4-0 sweep, led by Jalen Brunson’s 22 points and a balanced attack that saw the Knicks’ bench contribute 25 points from Miles McBride. On the other side of the bracket, the Cleveland Cavaliers managed to breathe life into their series against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons. After falling behind 2–0, Cleveland defended home court on Saturday with a 116–109 win. Donovan Mitchell was the catalyst with 35 points, while James Harden provided veteran poise to help the Cavs narrow the series deficit to 2–1. The West: Thunder on the Verge and Wolves Evening UpIn the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder moved to the brink of the next round by dismantling the Los Angeles Lakers 131–108 on Saturday night. Holding a commanding 3–0 lead, the Thunder’s youth and speed overwhelmed the Lakers despite 19 points from LeBron James. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (23 points) and Chet Holmgren (18 points, 9 rebounds) continued their systematic breakdown of the L.A. defense, leaving the Lakers facing a must-win Game 4 tonight. The most dramatic contest of the weekend occurred in Minneapolis, where the Minnesota Timberwolves evened their series against the San Antonio Spurs at 2–2 with a 114–109 win. The game was overshadowed by the second-quarter ejection of Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul for an elbow to Naz Reid. In his absence, Anthony Edwards took full control, scoring 36 points—including 16 in the final frame—to fend off a late San Antonio rally led by De'Aaron Fox and rookie Dylan Harper.
Breaking Down Texas A&M’s Elite 2027 Recruiting Class
Joe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts break down Texas A&M’s elite 2027 recruiting class and explain why Mike Elko has the Aggies positioned as one of the biggest early winners in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Texas A&M is currently near the very top of the national recruiting rankings, with Rivals/On3 reporting that the Aggies have already landed four five-star commitments, more than any other program at this stage of the cycle. In this episode, Joe and Ryan discuss how Texas A&M is building a class with both high-end star power and strong overall depth, why Elko’s recruiting momentum matters in the SEC, and how this group could shape the future of the Aggies’ roster. ESPN also highlighted Texas A&M as one of the top early 2027 classes, noting that Mike Elko is leaning into his defensive background with this group. If you’re looking for Texas A&M recruiting analysis, 2027 recruiting rankings, Mike Elko recruiting updates, Texas A&M Aggies football recruiting, SEC recruiting battles, five-star recruits, blue-chip prospects, college football recruiting news, and future Texas A&M football stars, this episode has you covered. #TexasAM #Aggies #CollegeFootball #Recruiting #2027Recruiting #MikeElko #SECFootball #CFBRecruiting
Why Steve Kerr Refuses to Blame SGA for Warriors' Free-Throw Woes
Steve Kerr said he’s frustrated by the Warriors’ free‑throw woes but he doesn’t blame Shai Gilgeous Alexander; he blames the NBA rules themselves. He argues the league rewards elite scorers for hooking defenders with arm bars while defenders’ adjustments are penalized, creating an impossible environment for defense. Kerr respects the Thunder organization and Daigneault but views the issue as a league problem, not a team problem. He noted SGA averaged 9.0 free throws per game this season and ranked highly in drives, highlighting officiating as a broader concern after losses to OKC. Like 👍 Subscribe 🔔 and stay informed. Visit NHENews.COM for more top headlines.
UNDERWHELMING: Miami Marlins Blow Chance to CAPITALIZE on Homestand Despite Lopez, Edwards Surge
Miami Marlins surge past the Washington Nationals with aggressive baserunning and a breakout weekend from young stars. Can the trio of Otto Lopez, Liam Hicks, and Xavier Edwards continue to power the offense while the rest of the lineup searches for answers? Ethan Eibe and Jamie Goldman spotlight Robby Snelling’s major league debut, Joe Mack’s defensive impact, and the Fish’s stolen base dominance—currently leading MLB by a wide margin. The conversation digs into Owen Caissie struggles, the developmental challenges facing Miami’s young roster, and upcoming tests against the Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays. Get the latest insights on call-ups, pitching performances, and how the Marlins aim to close the gap in a packed NL Wild Card race. Will these flashes of brilliance signal a turning point for the Marlins' season? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-marlins/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Marlins #MiamiMarlins #MLB
Avs vs Wild GAME 4: Who Should You Bet?? | Best Hockey Picks May 11, 2026
If you are looking for a hockey betting preview with picks and predictions for the Avalanche vs Wild matchup, we have you covered! Our hockey handicapping experts discuss this matchup from a sports betting perspective, sharing their picks and predictions vs. the current odds. #nhlpredictions #hockeypicks #nhlpicks 🏒 Colorado Avalanche (Avalanche / Avs) @ Minnesota Wild (Wild) 📍 Xcel Energy Center – St. Paul, Minnesota 🕗 8:00 PM ET 📺 How to Watch: ESPN+ | Bally Sports North | Altitude Sports 💰 Current Spread: Wild -1.5 | Avalanche +1.5 📊 Total: 6.0 Goals (Over/Under) 📌 Team Notes & Facts: • The Wild host the Avalanche at Xcel Energy Center in a Central Division matchup. • Colorado has consistently been among the NHL’s top offensive teams in recent seasons. • Minnesota is known for structured defensive play and strong home-ice support. • This divisional rivalry has featured several key late-season matchups in recent years. • Both teams are regularly in the mix for Western Conference playoff positioning. 🏷️ Team X Hashtags: #GoAvsGo #ColoradoAvalanche #Avs #MNWild #MinnesotaWild #GoWild #NHL #NHLHockey #HockeyNight #CentralDivision Get the hottest sports betting picks, odds, and predictions daily. It's about all the Picks & Parlays as we put the money in your pocket. 👍 Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to Picks and Parlays TV; 🔔 CLICK the Bell and never miss an episode! 🤑 Free Sports Picks: https://picksandparlays.net/free-sports-picks 📊 Live Odds: https://picksandparlays.net/odds 📰 News: https://picksandparlays.net/free-picks/ 👍 Stay connected with Picks and Parlays 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PicksParlays 🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/PicksParlays #PicksAndParlays #SportsBettingPicks #PicksParlays
Victor Wembanyama won't face further punishment from NBA for elbowing
Victor Wembanyama will face no further punishment from the NBA after savagely elbowing his rival during the San Antonio Spurs' playoff game on Sunday night. The NBA Defensive Player of the Year was whistled for an offensive foul after striking Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the neck with his elbow. Reid had swarmed the Frenchman outside the paint after the 7-foot-4 center rebounded a missed 3-pointer by the Spurs, before lashing out and being ejected. After review of the play, with the fans at Target Center chanting, 'Kick him out! Kick him out!,' the foul was upgraded to a Flagrant 2 for excessive contact above the neck. There had been fears that Wembanyama could have been suspended over the matter, which would have served as a major blow to the Spurs' playoff hopes. However, on Monday morning it was confirmed that Wembanyama will receive no further punishment over the matter and will be eligible for Game 5 on Tuesday night. #wemby #victorwembanyama #spurs #timberwolves #basketball