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Chip Kelly says USC ‘most talented’ team in nation, coaches shouldn’t vote in polls
Oregon coach Chip Kelly joined the show to talk about the upcoming season. Dan asked Kelly his thoughts on the competition in the Pac-12 this year. “I think USC is the most talented team in the country,” Kelly said. Dan asked if that means they’re the best team. “I don’t know about that,” Kelly said.…
Read MoreJim Riggleman on Billy Hamilton urban legend, Strasburg decision
Pensacola Blue Wahoos manager and former Nationals skipper Jim Riggleman joined the show to talk about his star player Billy Hamilton, who just set the minor league record for stolen bases. Riggleman said that there is truth to the urban myth Hamilton caught a ball “on or near” the warning track from shortstop. Riggleman explained…
Read MoreEx-UCLA LB Patrick Larimore explains why he left game because of head injuries
Former UCLA linebacker Patrick Larimore joined the show to explain why he left the team after suffereing head injuries. Larimore said that his teammates and UCLA were both very supportive. He said his teammates were more concerned about his long-term health than Larimore said he suffered “horrible” mood swings. He also said it was very…
Read MorePeter Gammons on Melky Cabrera, Roger Clemens
MLB Network’s Peter Gammons joined the show to talk about the big stories in baseball. Dan asked Peter which MLB suspension surprised him more — Melky Cabrera or Bartolo Colon? He said that Melky surprised him more. Gammons said he’s afraid that Melky may have endangered his career. Dan asked Gammons what he thinks of Roger…
Read MoreRoger Clemens on returning to pitch, Hall of Fame, clearing his name, why PEDs hurt players
The newest Sugar Land Skeeter Roger Clemens joined the show to talk about why he’s returning to baseball and what’s next. It started late April, early May. He knew the manager and he asked him to pitch before the season started. Clemens said they laughed it off at the time. But then he was down…
Read MoreAndrew Luck talks about throwing pick-six, rookie hazing, Matt Barkley
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck joined the show to talk about his preseason and more. Luck talked about throwing a pick-six against the Steelers. “I tried to own up to my mistake,” Luck said. “Make sure people know it was my fault and no one else’s.” Then Luck said he had to get ready to…
Read MoreAndy Staples on best conferences, Heisman race and USC
Sports Illustrated’s Andy Staples joined the show to talk about the Top 25 and preview the season. Dan asked the best conference other than the SEC. “Big 12 for depth,” Staples said. “But at the top, Pac-12.” Staples said don’t discount how many good teams are in the Big 12. Staples ran through some of…
Read MoreNick Saban on Denard Robinson, Bill Belichick and Rolling Stones
Alabama coach Nick Saban joined the show to talk about his offseason and much more. Saban faces Michigan for their first game and said he’s not really able to simulate Wolverines quarterback Denard Robinson in practice. “He’s one of the best quarterbacks in the country, especially athletically,” Saban said. Dan asked Saban who he reminded him…
Read MoreJohn Smoltz thinks Clemens could probably still pitch, weighs in on PEDs
MLB Network’s John Smoltz joined the show to talk about the big stories in baseball. Smoltz weighed in on Roger Clemens pitching a minor league game. “I am surprised, but I would not be surprised to see him do well,” Smoltz said. Smoltz said Clemens has the perfect mechanics. Smoltz said that he once saw…
Read MoreWill Lucas joins show after throwing no-hitter in LLWS
Minor League baseball player Will Lucas joined the show after throwing a no-hitter for Fairfield, CT, in the Little League World Series. Lucas said that was his first no-hitter ever. He said they met on the mound before and his teammate urged him to throw a knuckle-ball. Lucas said they celebrated with pizza afterward. He…
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