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Episode 63 - “The Jeff Saturday Episode” includes a discussion of the following sports-related topics:
- The University of Michigan's $10.5M dollar attempt to acquire a QB. . .
- NCAA Men's College Basketball: University of Florida HC Todd Golden is facing a Title IX stalking probe/investigation after he was blasted in UF's local newspaper 'The Alligator'. . . . Complaint included reports of unwanted sexual advances, stalking, cyberstalking (and allegedly for being a "Creeper"), however, Golden was allowed to coach the Gators in their second game of the season on Monday evening. . . & also received a "standing ovation" in support. . . Based off Golden being allowed to remain with the team, it really makes you wonder about the "validity" of the accusations as well as the strength of the reports/findings as associated with the current investigation by the U.S. Department of Education.
- "Houston, We Have a Problem!" . . .or Houston, Auburn's Basketball Team had a huge problem getting off the ground last Friday night. . .following the "plane incident," the No. 11-ranked Auburn Tigers pulled off the upset over No. 4-ranked Houston 74-69. . . Is Auburn, barring any sudden castatrophe amongst their players, one of the best NCAA Men's College Basketball Teams this season?. . . & a massive shoutout to Tigers' Dylan Cardwell for "keeping it 100" following the game. . .
- NBA: The Cleveland Cavaliers had to rally versus both the Brooklyn Nets & Chicago Bulls last Saturday & Monday evenings, respectively, to remain undefeated at now 12-0. . . the Cavs are the 8th team in NBA history to begin a season with 12 straight wins. . . the last time Cleveland won 13 games in a row - which has occurred three times in franchise history - with a certain "hometown icon". . .
- The Golden State Warriors gave out Captain's or "Sailor's" hats on Tuesday night to honor the return of Mavericks SG Klay Thompson since departing the team in last NBA offseason in FA. . . "A Salute to Captain Klay?"
- NCAA - News & Storylines: RIP Ben Herbstreit. . . Kirk Herbstreit & the College Gameday crew released a tribute-style segment last Saturday that was incredibly sad. . . "the downfall of dogs, Man's best friend, is that they don't live long enough". . . Ben, a ten-year old golden retriever, was diagnosed with Leukemia & Lymphoma back in March, and passed away last Thursday after the cancer had spread. . . the CFB world has grieved, and Herbstreit has received a countless number of posts on social media to show their support. . . I guess there is still some "good" people in the world after all, huh?
- On Thursday, University of Florida AD Scott Stricklin announced that Gators CFB HC Billy Napier will continue in his role through the 2024 CFB season & beyond. . . In your opinion, what were the motivating factors that led to UF retaining Napier after multiple reports have indicated that he was "on the hot seat?" - Let us Know What You Think - Tweet Us on Twitter/X - @TraditionFinest or Email Us - traditions.finest@gmail.com!
- Following their massive upset over the at the time undefeated Liberty Flames a few weeks ago, the Kennesaw State University has announced the firing of HC Brian Bohannon - the Owls are winless since their upset victory over the Flames (1-8 record) in the team's first season at the FBS level. . . Bohannon helped establish the program with four FCS playoff appearances. . . What did the Kennesaw State AD expect to happen in the program's first season at the FBS level?. . . Was this a "rushed" or "bad move" by the program?
- University of Georgia HC Kirby Smart responded to the viral video of Bulldogs player & DB Jake Pope celebrating postgame following the team's tough loss in Oxford in Week 11. . . Smart responded "What an idiot. Just stupid." without any context. . . DB Jake Pope did release a statement via Twitter/X on Monday apologizing to his teammates, coaches & the Georgia fanbase, but after Pope provided context, How do you view Smart's comments?. . .
- Following the University of Syracuse's tough loss to Boston College 37-31 this past weekend, Orange HC Fran Brown announced via a press conference that he does not shower after the team loses a game. . . "I don't deserve the soap. . . winners get washed." Would this not serve as a motivator for the team? To never lose another game?. . . Boston College HC Bill O'Brien announced on Tuesday that Eagles' QB Thomas Castellanos has stepped away from the team/program for "a couple days" after being benched in the Eagles' win over Syracuse. . .further reports have now circulated that Castellanos intends to enter the transfer portal. . . What are your thoughts on Castellanos' decision to enter the transfer portal? & What are a few desirable destinations for Castellanos based on his particular skill set?
- Reaction to the Release of the Week 12 CFB AP Poll Top 25 Rankings. . . Oregon remains firm at No. 1, the Buckeyes at No.2. . . Indiana moved up three spots to No. 5 following their impressive victory in Week 11. . . Alabama up to No. 9 after massive road win. . .What are your thoughts on the most recent CFB AP Poll Top 25 rankings?
- Former University of Michigan sign-stealer Conor Stalions is now coaching LSU 5-star QB commit Bryce Underwood at Belleville High School in the Michigan State High School Playoffs. . . "Tampering, much? Much, a bit too much?" (Ace Ventura reference, you're welcome!)
- NCAA CFB Week 11 Review & Recap: JD & Spencer provide a detailed analysis & breakdown of the following Week 11 CFB games:
Georgia Tech vs. Miami
Georgia at Ole Miss
Indiana vs. Michigan
Alabama at LSU
BYU at Utah
Colorado at Texas Tech
. . . and Discuss a Few of the Most Noteworthy Games of the Week, including: Clemson vs. Virginia Tech, Oregon vs. Maryland & Virginia vs. Pitt. . .
- NCAA CFB Week 12 Preview & Game Predictions: JD & Spencer provide an "in-depth" preview of the upcoming CFB games in Week 12 - and provide their individual game predictions - for the following games:
No. 5 Texas (-13.5) at Arkansas O/U57.5
No. 23 Clemson (-10) at Pitt O/U54.5
Utah at No. 20 Colorado (-10) O/U47.5
No. 15 LSU (-4) at Florida O/U55.5
Missouri at No. 24 South Carolina (-11.5) O/U44.5
No. 7 Tennessee at No. 12 Georgia (-10) O/U48.5
Kansas at No. 7 BYU (-3) O/U55.5
- NFL: Former Carolina Panthers OT Russell Okung demanded, back in 2019, to be paid half of his $13M dollar contract in Bitcoin (cryptocurrency). . . at the time, Bitcoin was $27k a share. . . fast-forward to 2024, Bitcoin is currently trading at +$88k a share. . . Okung has turned $6.5M into $20+ million dollars. . .
- JD & Spencer breakdown the following NFL games from Week 10 of the NFL Regular Season:
Ravens vs. Bengals
Chiefs vs. Broncos
Lions vs. Texans
Thanks for Listening, guys!!
