Longshore and McKnight: U.S. Open at Oakmont preview, college football preseason rankings, declining fan engagement, NBA Finals, and more…

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June 11, 2025

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John Longshore and Barry McKnight previewed the upcoming U.S. Open at Oakmont, highlighting course conditions, Scotty Scheffler’s dominance, and Bryson DeChambeau’s rising fan appeal. They questioned the relevance of the LIV Tour and shared trivia about the Stimpmeter and Oakmont’s unique design. Music nostalgia also crept in, with conversations about Glenn Frey’s solo career and the Bond soundtrack legacy, while guest Brian Reynolds of the RTJ Trail and CJ Duncan of Yellowhammer News offered insights into both golf and NCAA policy developments.

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College football remained central, with Lindy’s preseason SEC rankings placing Auburn ninth and sparking debate. The hosts discussed the evolving NIL landscape, referencing comments from Alabama AD Greg Byrne and NCAA President Charlie Baker. The episode also addressed declining fan engagement, the shift from traditional “Radio Row” to podcast-driven coverage, and how modern college athletics sell “experiences” over games.

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