Longshore and McKnight: Auburn vs. Tennessee, Alabama vs LSU, NFL play-off drama, and more…

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January 27, 2025

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry dive into Auburn’s gritty 53-51 basketball win over Tennessee and the NFL playoff drama. Auburn’s victory, tee’d up by Janai Broom’s performance with 16 points and 13 rebounds despite limited playing time, once again proved the Tigers’ defensive tenacity in one of the most physical SEC games of the season. They’re also eager to dig into Alabama’s 80-73 win over LSU.

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On the NFL front, Longshore and McKnight recapped the conference championship games, questioning the officiating in the Bills-Chiefs matchup and lamenting missed opportunities for Buffalo. The discussion shifted to Jalen Hurts’ remarkable rise, making his second Super Bowl appearance and prompting reflection on his growth since his time at Alabama. The hosts explored the broader significance of NFL quarterback situations, comparing Hurts’ success to the challenges faced by Bryce Young and other recent Alabama standouts in the league.

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