Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

Torres opens the show with the shocking LIV golf news, before turning to two interesting reports that may prove that NIL money is officially running out. Finally, Torres reacts to a report that said that Dan Hurley would leave UConn if they joined the Big 12. LIV Golf reaction (2:00): Torres doesn't talk golf often, but opens the show by discussing the shocking LIV golf/PGA Tour merger. Aaron explains the one big lesson learned from this, and the biggest winners and losers of the ordeal. NIL money running out (17:00): From there, Aaron discusses two different stories that may prove - NIL money is officially running out. Torres explains how he expects NIL to change in the coming years. Would Dan Hurley leave UConn if they join the Big 12 (33:30): Finally, Torres wraps the show by discussing a report from CBS Sports that said Dan Hurley would leave UConn if they joined the Big 12. Oh, you KNOW he's got thoughts on this one. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses new Big 12 expansion rumors - and why one key piece of information came out this weekend that could tell the story of this league's future! Also, he shares all sorts of updates on the portal, with thoughts on Grant Nelson, Cam Spencer, Kentucky's situation and more. Big 12 expansion is heating up: After discussing Big 12 expansion last week - we have a NEW update after commissioner Brett Yormark spoke last week. Torres discusses Yormark's remarks, and the one key that came out this weekend that makes it clear - this league is getting new teams, and soon! Also, Aaron shares the four schools he believes are priority for the league - and they might surprise you! More college hoops transfer portal updates: Finally, with the NBA Draft deadline done - the portal is picking up again, and Torres has updates. Grant Nelson is down to three - which school makes the most sense? An interesting update on Rutgers transfer Cam Spencer. Also, Kentucky is finally making moves - will it be enough to salvage the off-season? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" after Wednesday's NBA Draft deadline, and also shares his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong." A post NBA Draft Deadline "Way Too Early Top 25" (2:00): Following the NBA Draft deadline, Aaron updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" - discussing his new Top 10, several new teams entering the Top 25 and what to do with Kentucky after their frustrating off-season? Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong: Finally, Aaron updates his best and worst takes of the week, with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" talking another milestone for Deion Sanders, SEC football scheduling and the future of college sports. Also, the one team he got right at the NBA Draft deadline - and the one he got way, WAY wrong. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron reacts to the NBA Draft deadline, talking about Kentucky's awful day, while reacting to all the big winners. From there he talks about some interesting comments from Nick Saban at SEC spring meetings and share some insight into potential Big 12 expansion - is it coming soon? And what schools? NBA Draft deadline reaction: Torres opens the show by discussing the NBA Draft deadline. He starts with a disastrous day at Kentucky and explains what has to change for John Calipari (2:00). From there, he hits on the big winners and losers, sharing thoughts on Creighton, Purdue, Villanova, Arkansas, UConn and more (13:00). SEC spring meetings (28:00): From there, Aaron switches gears and talks about some very interesting comments from Nick Saban at the SEC spring meetings - is historic change coming to college sports? Big 12 on the verge of expansion (42:00): Finally, talking about historic change, Torres shares what he's heard about Big 12 expansion. Rumors are Colorado has an offer, but Aaron explains why there might be change to plans on expansion. Who is the league interested in? And what big-time schools are they staying away from? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have ourselves a bonus episode, as Aaron reacts to Caleb Love committing to Arizona and explains how the portal has gone crazy as the NBA Draft deadline approaches! Why wait until the NBA Draft deadline on Wednesday when SO MUCH IS HAPPENING! Caleb Love commits to Arizona (2:30): Aaron opens by discussing the shocking commitment of Caleb Love to Arizona. Torres explains why he was so surprised by the commitment and what it means for Arizona. Also, will it actually work in Tucson? The portal goes crazy as the NBA Draft deadline approaches (16:00): From there, Aaron reacts to the portal again picking up steam as the NBA Draft deadline nears. Rutgers star Cam Spencer is down to four schools - will he choose NIL or best fit? Also, with Grant Nelson returning to college basketball has one (or two) schools emerged as a favorite? And is there a favorite for Richmond star Tyler Burton? Torres has you covered in this bonus episode! Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron previews the NBA Draft deadline and what it means for college hoops teams like Kentucky, UConn, Creighton and others, discusses the fight over SEC football schedling and shares his first thoughts on the NBA Finals after Miami knocks off Boston in Game 7! NBA Draft deadline preview: Aaron opens the show by discussing the NBA Draft deadline - which is coming on Wednesday. Who are the big names still in, and what does it mean for schools like Kentucky, UConn, Purdue, Creighton, Arkansas and others. Also, what big decisions have been made? And how about everyone still in the portal? SEC scheduling mess and NBA Finals preview: Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing two big weekend topics - first, the SEC will meet in Destin this week - but no one is quite sure what the future of this football league looks like. Will we get eight or nine league games? He also reacts to Miami taking care of business against Boston - and gives his finals preview and pick! Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron wonders if Georgia football has a culture problem after another high-profile player is arrested. From there, he talks about Deion Sanders going off on NIL and current players and wraps with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" discussing his best and worst takes of the week: Does Georgia football have a culture problem?: Torres opens the show by discussing another arrest at Georgia, the fifth different incident in four months. Do the Bulldogs officially have a culture problem? And how much blame should Kirby Smart take? Coach Prime goes off on modern players and NIL: Next up, Aaron talks about Deion Sanders going off on modern players and NIL. Is Coach Prime right? And have things become too player-friendly in college sports? Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong: Finally, Aaron wraps the show with "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week on the NBA playoffs, transfer portal, realignment and more Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron tackles the biggest question in sports - is LeBron James really considering retiring, and shares a story of his old buddy JJ Redick making a fool of himself again. Also, he discusses new names in the transfer portal and where they may end up. Finally, he wraps on an update on five-star Ron Holland. Is LeBron really about to retire (2:00)?: Torres opens the show with the biggest story in sports - is LeBron James really about to retire? Torres breaks down both angles, explains what LeBron is really up to and what the end result will be. Also, Torres' old buddy JJ Redick embarrasses himself again, and we've got the details! The portal ramps up again (19:00): Next up, just when you thought the portal was dying down - it ramps up again! Torres shares what he knows about Rutgers star Cam Spencer and where he might end up, and also discusses players at the NBA Draft Combine who may be returning to school. What's the latest on Cam Spencer, Arthur Kaluma and more. An update on five-star Ron Holland (35:00): Finally, Torres wraps with an update on five-star Ron Holland. Holland was finally let out of his Letter of Intent by Texas on Tuesday. But after weeks of being linked to Arkansas - has a new leader emerged? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron talks about a messy weekend in the Big Ten, where a scathing report came out on former commissioner Kevin Warren + USC AD Mike Bohn gets fired - as Aaron says there's one big picture takeaway to discuss from it. Also, Keshad Johnson commits to Arizona, what it means for UofA and what's next for Kentucky. Plus, the difference between high school recruiting and the portal + how much does NIL really matter in big-time recruitments? Big Ten report + USC AD gets fired (2:00): Aaron opens with a tough weekend for the Big Ten, where a scathing report came out about former commissioner Kevin Warren + USC AD Mike Bohn resigned. Torres explains why these two stories can teach every fan a valuable lesson on college sports. Keshad Johnson commits to Arizona, what does it mean for UofA (21:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the commitment of high-profile transfer Keshad Johnson. With Johnson headed to Arizona, what does it mean for UofA next year? Also, after another portal miss what's next for Kentucky (34:00)? Torres explains the difference between portal recruiting and high school recruiting - and how much does NIL really matter in these recruitments? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron shares thoughts on the NBA Draft Combine, who played well and who didn't and what it means for schools like Kentucky, UConn and Purdue. Then he discusses the wild Caleb Love story - now that he's back in the portal, where will he go and who's to blame at Michigan? Plus, Torres separates fact from fiction in the UConn/Big 12 rumors. NBA Draft Combine reaction: Torres opens the show by discussing the NBA Draft, hitting on key players who participated and what it means for their schools. Did Oscar Tshiebwe do enough to stay in the draft, and what would Kentucky look like without him? How about Andre Jackson and UConn? Plus, thoughts on Zach Edey, Marquette, Arkansas and several high-profile portal players who could come back to college. Caleb Love is back in the portal - where does he land next?: Next, Aaron reacts to the wild story as Caleb Love is forced to re-enter the portal after committing to Michigan. What schools could Love potentially land at, and who's to blame at Michigan for the debacle of not letting him in? Explaining the UConn/Big 12 rumors: Finally, earlier this week, rumors popped up that UConn and the Big 12 have been flirting. Torres explains why the rumors don't mean what you think - and why most of the reporting on this story is wildly inaccurate. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron discusses another potential wave of realignment coming to college sports, the Spurs winning the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes and the latest on the recruitment of five-star Ron Holland - why is it so quiet? Conference realignment chaos coming? Aaron opens the show by reacting to a new report from Sports Illustrated about a potential wave of incoming realignment. Torres discusses infighting in the ACC, if the Pac-12 can survive the summer and UConn... to the Big 12? San Antonio wins the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes - but is he really can't miss?: Next up, Aaron discusses the Spurs winning the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. San Antonio has access to another generational talent - but is Wembanyama as "can't miss" as everyone says? An update on five-star Ron Holland: Finally, Aaron wraps discussing the quiet recruitment of top prospect Ron Holland. Since decommitting from Texas, there's no new updates - and Texas is to blame. Torres explains, as well as what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres is back from vacation and has a loaded show for you. He talks another dumb decision from Ja Morant, and college hoops portal going crazy at the deadline - who entered last week and where will they land? Finally, Indiana pulls a stunner landing five-star Mackenzie Mgbako. More Ja Morant stupidity (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing another ugly off the court incident for Ja Morant. Is Morant putting his career, a $200 million contract and maybe more at stake after getting caught on camera again with a gun? College hoops portal closes - but not before a bunch of new big names enter (16:00): From there, Aaron discusses college hoops' portal closing last week. Two big names (Arthur Kaluma and Julian Phillips are in) - where will they go? Plus, why Keshod Johnson would be a perfect fit for Kentucky and Rick Pitino lands his biggest recruit yet at St. John's. Indiana lands a five-star (40:00): Finally, Aaron closes with Indiana, as Mike Woodson shocked the world and beat Bill Self head-to-head for five-star Mackenzie Mgbako. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a surprise pre-vacation show, Aaron discusses Bronny James' commitment to USC and also names the biggest winners in college hoops' transfer portal this off-season: Bronny James commits to USC (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Bronny's commitment to USC. Just how good is Bronny and what does it mean for the Trojans and college basketball as a whole? Torres shares his thoughts. College basketball transfer portal winners (15:00): From there, Torres discusses his winners in the college basketball transfer portal this off-season. He shares thoughts on Kansas, North Carolina, Arkansas, Gonzaga and others - plus a surprise winner no one is discussing. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show Aaron talks about Hunter Dickinson's commitment to Kansas, and what it means for the Jayhawks, Kentucky and Villanova. Also, with the portal just about done, Aaron updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" - is there a new No. 1? Finally, the wild Alabama baseball investigation, another black eye for Crimson Tide athletics. Hunter Dickinson commits - what's next for Kansas, Kentucky and Villanova (2:30): Torres opens the show by discussing Hunter Dickinson's commitment to Kansas. Just how good will the Jayhawks be with him next season? And what's the next move for Kentucky and Villanova? Aaron's updated "Way Too Early Top 25" (25:00): With Dickinson's commitment mostly marking the end of transfer portal activity, Torres decides to update his "Way Too Early Top 25." He explains why there's officially a new No. 1, and also, how far does UConn fall with big draft decisions, how high does Arkansas rise with their portal activity and more! Alabama baseball investigation + "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" (47:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show by talking about a gambling probe into Alabama baseball, which is another bad PR hit for Tide athletics. And he wraps by playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" chatting about the transfer portal, NFL Draft, and one of his all-time great "right" moments! Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses Hunter Dickinson's bizarre "non-commitment" on Tuesday before sharing details on a new star to enter the portal Tuesday. Plus, the 12-team CFB Playoff schedule is out and is about to be insane and is the Big 12 expanding to... Mexico? Sort of! Hunter Dickinson "non-commitment" + a new star enters the portal (3:00): Torres opens by discussing Hunter Dickinson's bizarre Tuesday non-commitment. What's next and when will he actually commit? Plus, a new star enters the transfer portal. What you need to know about Grant Nelson and is there already a new leader? Mackenzie Mgbako update (22:00): Next, an update on five-star Mackenzie Mgbako. The former Duke commit is currently taking visits - has one school jumped to the top of his list? College football notes (37:00): Plus, we get details on what the 12 team College Football Playoff will look like - and why it will be football insanity. And Aaron talks the good and bad about the Big 12 wanting to play games in Mexico. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron shares some weekend NFL Draft thoughts, including landing spots for Will Levis and Hendon Hooker, before turning his attention to college hoops. Hunter Dickinson is done with visits - is a decision coming? Plus, five-star Ron Holland decommits from Texas and there is one logical landing spot for him. NFL Draft final thoughts (2:00): Torres opens the show by sharing final thoughts on the NFL Draft. He explains why he likes Will Levis to Tennessee and loves Hendon Hooker landing in Detroit. Plus, Philadelphia's wild obsession with Georgia, the best pick of the draft and Torres shares a tribute to Mel Kiper Jr. Hunter Dickinson update (23:00): Next up, Hunter Dickinson completed a final visit (we think) to Villanova this weekend. Is a decision near? Torres breaks down all five schools and which spot makes the most sense. FIve-star Ron Holland decommits (39:00): Finally, five-star high school hoops star Ron Holland decommitted from Texas, and Aaron believes there's one spot that makes the most sense to land him. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, Aaron reacts to a wild night in the NFL Draft, where Will Levis tumbled, Houston stunned everyone and Anthony Richardson went to Indy. What caused Levis' fall? Who were the big winners? Torres has you covered: Why did Will Levis fall? Houston's big night? Will Anthony Richardson work in Indy: It was night in KC and Torres reacts to it all. He explains the *real* reason Will Levis fell in the draft and why Houston showed him something he wasn't expecting. Plus, why Torres is worried about the Anthony Richardson/Indianapolis fit. Other reaction to Night 1 of the NFL Draft: From there, Aaron shares the rest of his thoughts on Night 1 of the NFL Draft. He discusses a new NFL trend he loves, why the Seahawks got the steal of the draft and why the Eagles might be the biggest winner of all. Finally, a funny note about Aaron Rodgers new team - the New York Jets. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by discussing Will Levis' soaring draft odds - could he really go No. 1? Also, Deion Sanders is in the midst of a historic roster turnover - will it work? And another black eye for Alabama basketball. Will Kentucky QB Will Levis really go No. 1 (2:00)?: Aaron opens the show with the news of Tuesday - Kentucky QB Will Levis' soaring draft odds. Torres discusses if Levis will *really* go No. 1 - also, Torres shares who he believe will be the Top 5 picks in the NFL Draft. Colorado's historic roster turnover (20:00): Next up, Torres goes back to Colorado, where Deion Sanders is in the midst of historic roster turnover. The Buffaloes have had 22 players enter the transfer portal since Saturday's spring game and 45+ since the day Coach Prime took the job. Will Coach Prime's historic roster overhaul work? More bad news for Alabama basketball (38:00): Finally, Aaron discusses more bad news for Alabama basketball, where a recruit was arrested over the weekend with a gun. After the Brandon Miller situation and with this new information, has Nate Oats lost complete control of this team? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens talking spring football, including what Deion's debut told us, and a very interesting quote from Nick Saban. Then, it was a busy week in the college hoops portal - Ryan Nembhard commits to Gonzaga, and Arizona fans are furious. Plus, news at UNC, Tennessee and Bama. Deion's debut at Colorado (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Deion's debut at Colorado - and why it wasn't just all about the pomp and circumstance. Could Colorado be better than people think? Nick Saban's interesting post-spring comments (14:00): Next, Nick Saban had some *very* interesting comments after Alabama's spring game. Could the Tide be in line to grab a new QB this off-season? Ryan Nembhard and the rest of a busy portal weekend (30:00): Finally, Aaron wraps by talking some college hoops portal. Ryan Nembhard was one of two big commits to Gonzaga. What does it mean for the Zags? Also, Arizona fans are officially frustrated with how their off-season is going after missing on Nembhard - how concerned should fans be with Tommy Lloyd (38:00)? Plus, busy portal weekends at North Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Torres opens the Friday show discussing the crazy Alabama/Tyler Van Dyke rumors and the new era of college sports in the NIL world. Then he takes his "L" on the Hunter Dickinson story - is Kentucky now the favorite? Finally he wraps with "Right/Wrong" with his best and worst takes of the week: Tyler Van Dyke/Alabama rumors (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing the wild reports that Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke could be headed to Alabama. Is it truth? Is it rumor? Or is it the newest trend of using the portal as a way to renegotiate NIL deals? Torres discusses. A Hunter Dickinson update (Torres Was WRONG!) (16:00): Next Torres updates the Hunter Dickinson/Kentucky recruitment, taking the "L" for his Wednesday show. Now that we know Dickinson is indeed visiting Lexington, are the Wildcats now the favorite for his commitment? Plus, big commits for Kansas, Tennessee and more! Right/Wrong (36:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" discussing his best and worst takes of the week, including his "NFL Draft hot takes" coming to life, Quinn Ewers being named starter at Texas and why he was dead wrong on Adam Silver. Plus, the biggest mistake he made in his Hunter Dickinson analysis. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices