On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the show opened somberly with news of Hulk Hogan’s reported passing following a cardiac incident. John and Barry paid tribute to the wrestling icon, reminiscing about his legacy alongside other legends like Randy “Macho Man” Savage and Ric Flair. While expressing sympathy for fans, they also touched on […]

Auburn University has signed on to a multi-year agreement with Peachtree Entertainment that will annually bring five multi-genre concerts to the campus. According to the school, the events will either be hosted at Jordan-Hare Stadium or Neville Arena. “We are elated to partner with Peachtree Entertainment and Elevate to bring nationally renowned artists and entertainers […]

With just over a month remaining until Alabama kicks off the 2025 college football season, the spotlight is beginning to shine brightly on the Crimson Tide’s presumed new starting quarterback: Ty Simpson. While a new season always comes with a ton of unknowns, one known fact is that Alabama will have a new quarterback under […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, college football season nears and hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight explored the growing trend of international games, sparked by the upcoming Iowa State–Kansas State matchup in Dublin. The hosts debated whether the SEC should follow suit, noting logistical challenges and questioning fan interest abroad. Jason Caldwell of […]

The reigning UFL champion Birmingham Stallions may be on the move, according to a new report detailing major changes across the spring football league. According to league insider James Larsen, all four of the former USFL teams who joined the XFL teams to form the UFL last season will be relocated to new markets for […]

College football season is almost here, and fans across the Yellowhammer State are counting down the final days of a long, football-starved offseason. With the start of fall training camp just days away for many teams, it won’t be long before they can check off one more box. On3 compiled a list of dates that […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry opened the show by discussing the reported death of legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne, praising his long, storied life and reflecting on his cultural influence. With college football season just a month away, they reviewed the countdown milestones, noting SEC and Sun Belt Media Days had […]

Over the last couple of years, one of the more debated topics in the sport of college football has been the depth and strength of different conferences as it relates to the College Football Playoff discussion. Last year, that conversation took center stage in the first year of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff as […]

They say in the Southeastern Conference that “it just means more” — that continues to ring true both on and off the field. While the SEC has gone a couple of seasons without capturing a national championship in football, the overall strength of the league—especially with the addition of Texas and Oklahoma—is arguably higher than […]

On today’s show of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight opened with a comical but pointed critique of Major League Baseball’s recent blunders, including a walk-off win via catcher’s interference in the Phillies-Red Sox game and a pitch clock strikeout after a batter fouled a ball into his groin—prompting questions about the […]

During a Tuesday morning episode of Longshore and McKnight, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville spoke about President Donald Trump’s ongoing push to convince leadership within the NFL’s Washington Commanders franchise that the team should return to its former name, the Washington Redskins. Tuberville (R-Auburn) noted Trump has been vocal about the issue on multiple occasions. “I’ve […]

One of the more underrated aspects of SEC Media Days — which took place last week in Atlanta — is the opportunity for media members in attendance to vote on how they believe the season will unfold. Though still a month and a half before kickoff, the predictions provide one of the best early indicators […]

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry broke down the SEC preseason media poll! They highlighted Texas and Georgia as projected contenders, but expressing skepticism over Georgia’s quarterback situation. A key talking point was Alabama’s absence from the first-team All-SEC defense for the first time in over four decades—a historical snub that […]

The CoachSafely Foundation will host a high-profile fundraising event at Vestavia Country Club on August 26 featuring U.S. Senator and former Auburn University football head coach Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), sports media personality Paul Finebaum, and CoachSafely President Bill Clark. The evening will raise funds in support of the Foundation’s mission to reduce preventable injuries among […]

For many decades, the NCAA mandated that scholarships and grants were the only compensation student-athletes were allowed to receive. This directive formed a key part of the philosophical bedrock of college sports for most of its history. Although the NCAA’s legal framework was challenged multiple times, the organization remained loyal to its guiding principles until […]

Alabama Crimson Tide star wide receiver Ryan Williams has landed a major new NIL deal with one of the most iconic brands in the history of athletics. According to a release from the apparel and gear giants, Nike has added Williams to its endless rolodex of athletes and gives the Crimson Tide a dedicated Nike […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban was the talk of the town this week in Atlanta at SEC Media Days when a rumor emerged that wanted to return to coaching. Many doubted and debunked the idea throughout the week, but according to one of the best sources possible, the claim is not true. […]

 Tuscaloosa Academy graduate Russell Cole has been named to the prestigious 2025 National Football Foundation (NFF) Team of Distinction. This honor recognizes the nation’s top high school scholar-athletes for excellence on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities. Cole was selected as the lone honoree from Alabama and one of just 82 players […]

Thursday marks the final day of this year’s edition of SEC Media Days, one of the most anticipated weeks of the summer with regards to the college football offseason calendar. For four days, this time in the city of Atlanta, coaches from every team gathered with some of their star players to talk about the […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry are on Day 4 of SEC Media Days, and kick it off criticized the event’s scheduling, arguing it lost momentum by ending with lower-profile programs like Missouri, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Texas A&M. The hosts renewed calls for SEC Media Days to be shortened from four […]

Auburn quarterback Jackson Arnold said this week that the Iron Bowl rivalry between Auburn and Alabama is “more hate-fueled” than the storied Red River rivalry he experienced as a former Oklahoma Sooner. When the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers lace it up on the gridiron, more than just a year’s worth of bragging rights […]

SEC Media Days always promises to deliver on some epic soundbites, but in this year’s edition in Atlanta, one story absolutely dominated the conversation. On the first day this week, Greg McElroy told the listening audience on WJOX that he  heard from a source that believed Nick Saban is not finished with coaching and has […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry break down day three of SEC Media Days on location from Atlanta! Alabama, Mississippi State, Florida, and Oklahoma took center stage, while the fallout from the MLB All-Star Game still lingered. Hosts Longshore and McKnight opened with a recap of the controversial finish, questioning the […]

One of the more interesting narratives headed into this year’s SEC Media Days was that both Diego Pavia and Hugh Freeze were scheduled to be part of the festivities. Though the unlikely pair’s programs were lined up on different days, they are very much entangled after facing off in three different matchups. Whether Pavia was […]