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In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, ole’ John and Barry explored the escalating NIL arms race, highlighting a Houston Chronicle report that Texas is spending between $35 and $40 million on its football roster—roughly double what Alabama and Auburn are believed to invest combined. The hosts questioned how SEC programs can keep pace and […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry, examined the growing instability in college sports due to the transfer portal and NIL dynamics. They criticized players entering the portal without a plan, noting that over half never find a new team, and compared it to quitting a job without another lined up. Auburn’s […]
As a prelude to this year’s Yellowhammer News Power & Influence Top 50 list, launching next month in its thirteenth annual installment, we are proud to continue a tradition that asks an important question in the political landscape of Alabama: Who’s Next? Year after year, Power & Influence offers the most candid insight into the […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry, dove deep into the fallout from the NFL Draft, focusing heavily on Shedeur Sanders’ surprising slide to the fifth round and the media uproar surrounding it. The hosts criticized the narrative that Sanders’ fall was due to racism and bias, arguing instead that concerns over […]
Broadcasting live from Stiver’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Longshore and McKnight dove into the NFL Draft’s first round, highlighting a quiet night for quarterbacks with only two selected — Cam Ward to the Tennessee Titans and a surprising Jackson Dart to the New York Giants. Dart is following two other Ole Miss QB alumni who […]
Broadcasting live from Montgomery Regional Airport, Longshore and McKnight kicked off with a spotlight on the airport’s convenience and the looming Star ID deadline, set for May 7. Hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight emphasized the importance of updated identification for air travel and the advantages of flying locally from Montgomery Regional Airport. The show also […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry dove into sweeping changes to the College Football Playoff calendar, highlighting the Rose Bowl’s shift to an earlier kickoff and speculating about broader postseason reforms, including expansion to 16 teams. The show also discussed the impact of NIL money on college athletics, with John and […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry focused heavily on Alabama’s presence in Green Bay, dissecting draft stock for Jalen Milroe and other Crimson Tide prospects. The hosts questioned whether Milroe could land in the first round, expressing skepticism over his NFL readiness, while also noting Alabama’s trio of invitees: Jihad Campbell, […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry return from Easter weekend with some new sports updates. The Braves’ modest winning streak led off the show, reaching 3 consecutive wins after sweeping the Twins this weekend. Attention quickly turned to Justin Thomas’ dramatic win at the RBC Heritage and his self-imposed penalty—highlighting integrity […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts dive into topics ranging from the NBA playoffs to SEC football scheduling. They shared colorful memories about longtime ESPN analyst Lee Corso, who is set to make his final College GameDay appearance this fall, recalling a tense past interview with him and stories from his Alabama […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry dove into the early wave of college football’s spring transfer portal activity, highlighting moves like former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s potential transfer to UCLA. The hosts weighed the growing influence of NIL deals, the shifting player loyalty culture, and the stark transformation at programs like […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight John and Barry keyed in on the NCAA transfer portal and the increasingly chaotic landscape of college athletics. They were joined by ESPN’s Tom Luginbill, discussed the growing influence of NIL deals, lack of regulation, and player mobility—particularly the impact of spring transfer season. Luginbill emphasized that without […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry tackled growing frustration across college football, centered on fan apathy, spring game attendance, and the chaotic impact of the NIL and transfer portal era. The hosts questioned the value of spring games, noting steep attendance drops at Alabama and Auburn while joking about the changing […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry returned to their home studios with a packed show focused on Rory McIlroy’s dramatic win at The Masters! Broadcasting after a 12-day Troy road trip, Barry recounted watching the tournament’s final round with Troy’s team, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster as McIlroy battled back from four […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry is on location with the Troy baseball team and John is broadcasting live from Stivers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Prattville. The Masters dominated early discussion, spotlighting Justin Rose’s strong first round and Freddy Couples’ eagle. They also highlighted Nick Dunlap’s historic 90 and the strange moment […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry explore the shifting landscape of college athletics, focusing on the growing financial pressures of NIL. Auburn and Alabama’s spring games are previewed with promotions like locker room tours and “kickoff captain” packages, but the broader conversation centers on the need for sustainable revenue streams. With […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry preview Troy’s spring game and conduct an extended interview with Head Coach of the Troy Trojans, Gerad Parker! Parker reflects on the growth and focus of his program entering year two, emphasizing defensive improvement, quarterback development, and roster depth. He details spring priorities, including better […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry is broadcasting from Blacksburg, Virginia, and John from Montgomery, John and Barry unpack Florida’s national championship win over Houston, praising Todd Golden’s calm coaching style, Walter Clayton Jr.’s clutch performances, and the Gators’ resilience after trailing in nearly every tournament game (Which gave many bracket makers mini […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John Longshore flies solo while Barry travels with Troy baseball! John kicks it off by diving into the NCAA men’s championship game between Florida and Houston. Who is going to win it all? Florida delivered Auburn’s Final Four loss and John discusses the possibility of Bruce Pearl retiring. […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry checks in live from Virginia with Troy baseball, while John holds down the fort at Stivers Ford in Montgomery! They dive right into Final Four matchups, the ongoing Braves losing streak, and the return of Auburn’s Big Cat recruiting weekend. The guys share insights on Auburn’s preparation […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, Barry is broadcasting from Florence, South Carolina, and John in the studio! They kicked things off reacting to the Braves’ latest walk-off loss to the Dodgers, courtesy of a Shohei Ohtani home run on bobblehead night. The hosts discuss how Braves fans are panicking over an 0–7 start, […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry open the show reacting to the lack of national and local sports coverage as teams head to San Antonio for the Final Four. They poke fun at media outlets focusing more on all-time football rankings than on Auburn’s historic run, and celebrate the Tigers’ second […]
On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts John and Barry start off with a frustrated discussion about the Atlanta Braves’ 0–5 start to the MLB season, capped by an 80-game suspension for new left fielder Jurickson Profar. The hosts, clearly rattled, mock win probability stats, lament the team’s lack of offense, and even […]
In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts, John and Barry focus on the Final Four! They kick it off discussing Alabama’s 20-point loss to Duke and Auburn’s dominant win over Michigan State, setting up an SEC-heavy championship run. They emphasize that the four remaining teams—Auburn, Duke, Florida, and Houston—each feature players with NBA-level […]