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Vince Russo opens Monday's show by apologizing to ChatGPT. He asked it for an early-game and a late-game parlay, both lost, he cut what he describes as a stiff and ugly promo on the chatbot, and by Sunday he was a grown man typing out an apology and asking for forgiveness with seventeen weeks of football still to play. From there it becomes a genuine grievance about NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube blacking out games he thought he paid for — until Coach points out that the games were on local channels Russo no longer subscribes to. Then the show turns, and it does not turn back for forty minutes. Sami Zayn beat CM Punk on SmackDown to become a two-time Undisputed WWE Champion , and Russo's objection is not about Sami Zayn the man — he says repeatedly that Zayn is a great worker, a great storyteller, and beloved in the locker room. His objection is about perception, and about the casual fan who lands cold on a Tuesday, sees a 40-something Sami Zayn holding one world title and possibly Penta holding the other, and never comes back. He walks through the alternative he would book: keep the belts on Roman Reigns and Oba Femi, make both men untouchable for six months, and let the money match build itself into WrestleMania. He picks apart the referee work in the finish, argues the locker-room politics that made this possible would never have existed in the Attitude Era ("you think anybody says to Steve Austin, you're dropping the belt tonight to D'Lo Brown?"), and traces the whole philosophy back to the Daniel Bryan title run. Coach pushes back the only way that produces anything useful — he asks Russo to argue the other side, and to name a single positive. The last third is a referendum on WWE's identity. Coach poses a hypothetical: Triple H walks into this week's creative meeting and asks the room one question — who are we? The answer both men land on is that the company got over its skis on the back of the Netflix and ESPN money and lost touch with wrestling at its core. Then Rey Mysterio, stretchered out of AAA TripleManía 34 in Las Vegas by Omos , turned up with Ryan Garcia the very next night in a neck brace, which Coach uses to make the point about protecting an angle in public. It closes with super chats, a Netflix commercial-counter complaint, and a bet on the Chiefs–Broncos Monday nighter with the Wednesday hosting chair on the line. Topics & Timestamps (All timestamps are estimates — see note above.) [00:00] — Cold open: the show is now live three days a week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 2 PM ET [01:17] — Russo's weekend: he cut a promo on ChatGPT over two losing parlays, then apologized to it [02:42] — Back to his New York roots — taking the Giants outright on Sunday night and leaving the points on the table [04:33] — The NFL Sunday Ticket rant: blacked-out games in Denver, and Coach's explanation that they were on local channels [07:24] — Show format: three topics a day, super chat tiers, and the new Coach & Bro Wheel on Wednesdays and Fridays [08:42] — Super chat (Brian, $20) on Russo's relationship with ChatGPT — and the Super Bowl falling on Valentine's Day [09:22] — TOPIC 1: Sami Zayn defeats CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship — his second reign in under three months, the first having lasted nine days [10:52] — The referee problem: Russo on the officiating in the finish, and whether we are still supposed to believe any of it is real [12:19] — "Let's complete the parlay" — Russo calls for Penta to beat Roman Reigns in Mexico City tonight and hit rock bottom on purpose [12:43] — The WrestleMania math: seven months out, Roman Reigns vs. Oba Femi is the money match, so why touch either belt [14:22] — Why go back to Sami Zayn — the Kevin Owens connection, CM Punk's sign-off, and a dead crowd at the title change [18:01] — The casual-fan argument: perception over ability, and why the audience never grows [20:25] — Locker-room reality: nobody is friends, everybody is competing, and the D'Lo Brown / Steve Austin comparison [24:34] — The X-Pac blueprint: the 1-2-3 Kid beating Razor Ramon made a career — but he was never beating Hulk Hogan for the belt [26:00] — Coach on why the last stretch was Russo's best five minutes on the show, and the case for listening before dismissing [27:08] — Super chats: Judas Mesias in TNA, Crown Jewel speculation, and a Tony Khan aside [28:19] — Presenting sponsor: BlueChew Gold read [29:50] — The Easter eggs in Russo's BlueChew spot — the Russo championship belt in the closet and the Mr. Bubble bubble bath Producer Man planted on purpose [31:30] — Suggested Ad Break 1 [31:37] — TOPIC 2: Russo stops the show to play devil's advocate — name one positive of putting the belt back on Sami Zayn [32:59] — Coach's answer, and the counter-question: why is a man in his forties in that spot when Bron Breakker is 29? Plus the case for unifying down to one world title [34:38] — Controlling the narrative: Rich Paul and Max Kellerman's new show, Ari Emanuel's podcast, and why WWE needs a Friday creative post-show [36:32] — The Big Red Machine analogy: an All-Star at every position and a .200 hitter batting fourth [37:07] — Damian Priest's booking versus Sami Zayn's, and playing favorites in the writers' room [37:32] — Johnny Gargano demands a world title shot — and why a title program needs both sides to be believable [39:37] — Where it started: the Daniel Bryan title run, giving the internet what it wanted, and going back to that well ever since [41:43] — Weight classes exist in every other combat sport for a reason — and what that means for a 205-pounder as champion [44:35] — The Jeff Jarrett exception: if you are that size you work as a chicken-s— heel, and that is the only version of this that works [46:17] — TOPIC 3: Rey Mysterio is stretchered out of AAA TripleManía 34 by Omos — then appears the next night at Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn in a neck brace [48:36] — What Russo did like: the stretcher spot itself, and a monster manhandling a gurney he had never seen done before [49:09] — Coach's hypothetical: Triple H walks into creative and asks the room, who are we in 2026? [51:21] — "We lost our way" — the Yankees analogy, six-figure writers, and naming five storylines you have written that got over [53:30] — Suggested Ad Break 2 [53:35] — Closing super chats begin — shout-out to Smartest Mark Alive [54:39] — The ratings super chat: Raw's Netflix numbers against Sunday Night Football, and when WWE used to beat Monday Night Football [55:41] — Netflix building its own production facility and getting back into original programming [56:33] — "Sami has the belt going into Crown Jewel so he can eat the pin" — and why Russo agrees Zayn is a great storyteller anyway [57:59] — Crown Jewel is set for November 7 in Riyadh — the champion-vs-champion theory [59:30] — Super chat on the date of the title change; both hosts decline the angle [1:00:58] — Ringside News super chat on the JCW speculation — Russo's answer: a 65-year-old man at the Gathering, and everyone catching COVID [1:04:16] — Coach's called shot on the Danhausen craze, and a law-firm commercial [1:04:53] — The Netflix commercial countdown in the corner of the screen, and why it makes viewers leave [1:07:05] — Russo on working with El Generico in TNA, years before Sami Zayn [1:07:36] — Super chat on AEW signings: "if everyone is the best wrestler, no one is" — and why promos, not body slams, get people over [1:08:44] — Wrap: Monday Night Grind live at 7 PM ET, the Betcha watch-along, and the Chiefs–Broncos bet for Wednesday's hosting chair [1:10:26] — Sign-off Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. 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Monday means all NFL all the time, and Coach opens with three from the weekend: Texas is the new No. 1 in the AP Top 25 after Arch Manning wiped out a 20-point fourth-quarter hole in Austin — the Longhorns' earliest in-season No. 1 since 1965 ( AP ); Myles Garrett will have knee surgery and land on IR for at least four games after the Rams' 27-7 loss to the 49ers in Melbourne ( NFL.com , Rams ); and Ben Shelton's breakout U.S. Open ended in his first Grand Slam final, a four-set loss to Alexander Zverev ( ESPN ). Brandon Combs joins and takes a victory lap on Tailgate Saturday, where the crew had Oklahoma State live as a massive underdog against Oregon — the Cowboys won 39-31 and dropped the Ducks out of the top five ( NCAA.com ). Note: the "24-point dog" line Coach and Brandon used on air is their number; none of the sourced recaps state the closing spread. Into the Sunday night game, and both guys are off the Dallas bandwagon: the Giants beat the Cowboys 28-20 behind Jaxson Dart going 23-of-29 for three touchdowns ( NBC Sports ). Brandon, who had Dallas in his Super Bowl prediction, says he was wrong after one week and calls New York "a playoff caliber football team"; Coach zeroes in on Malik Nabers and Isaiah Likely as the difference makers. Then the winners and losers. Winner 1 — the Bears , who put up 59 in a 59-37 win over Carolina, the highest-scoring Week 1 game in NFL history ( News Tribune ); Brandon's take is blunt — "the Bears are who we thought they were," an elite offense that will have to outscore a bad defense, with Caleb Williams a top-five quarterback by season's end. Loser 1 — the Chargers , who scored 14 at home in a 26-14 loss to Arizona ( Chargers ), with Brandon putting some of it on an offensive line that let two rushers come free. Winner 2 — the Ravens , 41-23 over the Colts with Derrick Henry going 144 and three scores ( Ravens ); Brandon calls Baltimore a 13-14 win team headed to the Super Bowl, and the two argue Lamar Jackson's contract and playoff record — Brandon's position is that eight playoff games at 1,800 yards and ten touchdowns is not the indictment people make it out to be. Loser 2 — the Browns , blown out 34-10 by Jacksonville with Deshaun Watson throwing a pick on the fifth play from scrimmage ( Fox Sports ); Coach says on air that Watson is no longer an NFL quarterback and that he tweeted for Shedeur Sanders to warm up. The quarterback decision in Cleveland remains unresolved — both hosts are speculating. Winner 3 — Tyler Shough , 410 passing yards in a 31-30 overtime loss to Detroit that ended when Kellen Moore went for two instead of the tie ( Chicago Sun-Times ); Brandon loved the call, Coach argues a tie could matter in a division that may again come down to 8-9. Loser 3 — the Packers , who led and then gave up the game to Minnesota after Kyler Murray left with a concussion and Carson Wentz came in cold ( MPR News ); Brandon is merciless on Matt LaFleur taking points off the board and on Jordan Love's two fumbles and an interception. After the BlueChew Gold read, Gridiron Time sets up tonight's Broncos at Chiefs, 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN ( NFL.com ) — Brandon is playing Denver, arguing Kansas City never fixed the offensive line in front of Patrick Mahomes despite the February cap restructure ( NFL.com ). The show closes on Travis Kelce, in year 14 on a one-year deal with the retirement call deferred ( CBS Sports ); both hosts expect a solid-not-elite season and think this is the last one. Housekeeping: Three more live shows today — the Coach and Bro Show with Vince Russo at 2 p.m. ET on Monday Night Raw in Mexico City (Roman Reigns, Penta, World Heavyweight Championship); the Monday Night Grind at 7 p.m. ET with Coach, Big Tommy C, Raphael Esparza and Mikey P, breaking down Monday Night Football, best bets and who gets into the Legends Lounge first; and a live Betcha watch-along at 8:15 p.m. ET. Two BTT YouTube channels — subscribe, like and share. Sponsor: BlueChew Gold — promo code COACH gets the third month free on a two-month order, plus 10% off and free overnight shipping on your first order. Episode Timestamps Time Segment 00:00 Cold open — "It is Monday. Get your ass out of bed." 00:35 Today's BTT lineup: Coach and Bro at 2, Monday Night Grind at 7, Betcha watch-along at 8:15 02:00 News of the day 1 — Texas is the new No. 1 after Arch Manning's comeback in Austin 02:25 News of the day 2 — Rams blown out in Australia; Myles Garrett knee surgery, out at least four 02:45 News of the day 3 — Ben Shelton's U.S. Open run 03:30 Brandon Combs joins the show 03:50 Tailgate Saturday victory lap: Oklahoma State over Oregon, "Oregon, what are we doing?" 05:00 Sunday Night Football — Giants 28, Cowboys 20; Jaxson Dart arrives, Nabers and Likely 09:30 WINNER 1 — Bears drop 59: "The Bears are who we thought they were" 12:45 LOSER 1 — Chargers lay an egg at home against Arizona; the Justin Herbert problem 16:10 WINNER 2 — Ravens roll the Colts; Derrick Henry, and the Lamar Jackson contract debate 19:45 LOSER 2 — Browns blown out by Jacksonville; the Deshaun Watson / Shedeur Sanders question 23:00 WINNER 3 — Tyler Shough throws for 410; Kellen Moore goes for two in overtime 27:45 LOSER 3 — Packers collapse in Minnesota; LaFleur's fourth-and-one, Jordan Love's turnovers 32:35 BlueChew Gold — host read with Vince Russo (promo code COACH) 35:10 GRIDIRON TIME — Broncos at Chiefs preview: why Brandon is down on Kansas City 40:55 The elephant in the room — is this Travis Kelce's last season? 45:45 Where to find Brandon Combs: @RealCombsy, Combs & Fitz, BetMGM Tonight 47:15 Sign-off and tonight's full BTT slate BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. 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The Friday Storytime era begins with a story bigger than professional wrestling. The Coach and Vince Russo reflect on AEW’s Rebel Heart Dynamite , which honored Tanea “Rebel” Brooks and supported I AM ALS and Team Gleason . Britt Baker’s emotional reunion with Rebel leads both hosts into an unusually personal conversation about the cost of putting work before family, the moments they wish they could reclaim, and the importance of remembering that wrestling is entertainment—not life and death. That perspective becomes even more powerful as the hosts revisit September 11, 2001. Russo remembers being stranded in Oklahoma and driving through the night to reach his family in Colorado, while The Coach recalls the fear created by a lost cell phone and a mailbox full of messages from relatives who knew he traveled through New York every week. He also remembers standing with the WWE roster as Lilian Garcia sang the national anthem on the September 13, 2001 SmackDown . The second half delivers the lighter side of Storytime: Russo’s ChatGPT-assisted football picks, an Australian 49ers television blooper, The Rock’s bond with Harvey Wippleman, the abandoned Vince McMahon limo mystery, Triple H’s unforgettable Madison Square Garden return, John Cena’s 17th world title, Ric Flair’s lifelong commitment to being “The Nature Boy,” and The Coach’s memories of the late Barry Melrose. It all circles back to the same lesson: say what you mean, appreciate your people, and enjoy the time you have. Timestamps • 00:00 — A third weekly show: Friday Storytime and the Coach and Brolet wheel • 02:49 — AEW honors Rebel’s ALS battle on Rebel Heart Dynamite • 05:52 — Why wrestling, work, and fandom cannot come before real life • 09:46 — The Coach and Russo share career regrets and family-first lessons • 14:42 — Tony Khan’s ALS Ice Bucket Challenge—and the promoter in him takes over • 16:07 — Praising Tony Khan while staying fair to Triple H • 20:43 — Scrutinizing the retracted “ESPN unhappy with WWE” report • 24:43 — Russo and The Coach remember September 11, 2001 • 27:32 — WWE returns to television and Lilian Garcia sings the national anthem • 28:23 — Fan questions, Stone Cold memories, and Friday-show banter • 30:28 — Russo’s ChatGPT betting streak • 33:31 — The Australian “San Francisco 69ers” blooper • 34:25 — A new fan joins the family and the show shifts into comedy • 35:15 — BlueChew Gold sponsor segment and Russo’s Attitude Era story • 40:12 — Was Daniel Puder really a wrestling failure? • 41:05 — Who should induct The Rock into the WWE Hall of Fame? • 42:21 — Harvey Wippleman, The Rock’s first car, and a gift years later • 44:24 — Vince McMahon’s exploding limo and the unfinished mystery • 47:10 — Why Triple H’s entrance instantly made him feel like a superstar • 49:27 — Daffney, Rosemary, and whether great characters need titles • 50:02 — John Cena’s 17th title versus Ric Flair’s relationship with legacy • 53:26 — Ric Flair at ESPN and The Coach’s Barry Melrose memory • 57:15 — The new Friday mission: stories, fans, and enjoying life • 57:52 — The Friday Coach and Brolet wheel • 58:59 — SmackDown ticket-price talk and weekend football plans • 01:00:47 — Schedule reminder and closing Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coach opens the Friday edition of Coach and Company by marking the anniversary of September 11 and remembering everyone whose lives were changed that day. He then shares the latest BTT Studios programming updates, previews the new Friday edition of Coach and Bro , and sets the table for a fast-moving football show with Mikey P and Soupy. The crew begins with the San Francisco 49ers’ 27–7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne , covering Kyle Shanahan’s offensive game plan, Brock Purdy’s three-touchdown performance, the impact of Fred Warner and Nick Bosa, Myles Garrett’s quiet Rams debut, and the teams’ very different approaches to international travel. They also review Netflix’s presentation of the NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia , played before more than 100,000 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Then it is time for the weekend card. Soupy backs Oregon against Oklahoma State and expects points when Ohio State visits Texas ; Coach takes Oklahoma against Michigan; and Mikey P rides with Boston College against Rutgers and Missouri against Kansas. The panel also highlights Memphis running back Jaylin Carter , Western Michigan–Monmouth, and Oklahoma–Michigan before turning to NFL Week 1 , where Jaguars–Browns, Titans–Jets, Bills–Texans, and Broncos–Chiefs lead the conversation. Timestamps • [00:00] Opening remarks and a September 11 remembrance • [01:36] BTT Studios programming, merchandise, and the day’s rundown • [03:27] 49ers–Rams in Australia : San Francisco’s dominant win • [13:28] College football best bets begin • [14:02] Soupy: Oregon -22.5 vs. Oklahoma State and a high-scoring Ohio State–Texas lean • [15:33] Coach: Oklahoma -4.5 at Michigan • [16:22] Mikey P: Boston College to cover vs. Rutgers and Missouri -5.5 vs. Kansas • [17:47] Favorite college football games of the weekend • [18:08] Memphis–Boise State and the rise of running back Jaylin Carter • [19:18] Western Michigan–Monmouth • [19:40] Oklahoma–Michigan, Bryce Underwood, and Kyle Whittingham • [23:16] NFL Week 1 games to watch • [23:44] Jaguars–Browns and expectations for Trevor Lawrence • [24:17] Titans–Jets, Cam Ward, Robert Saleh, and Aaron Glenn • [25:15] Bills–Texans, Josh Allen’s championship window, and Buffalo’s new direction • [30:04] Broncos–Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes’ return • [31:29] Upcoming BTT Studios programming and closing remarks Betting lines discussed are those stated on the show and may move after recording. BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s Coach and Company is dedicated to Barry Melrose , the beloved former NHL coach and Emmy-winning ESPN analyst who died at age 70 following a battle with Parkinson’s disease. Coach remembers Melrose as a close friend, a passionate hockey lifer, and an unforgettable personality whose warmth extended far beyond television. The football conversation begins with the Seattle Seahawks’ 13–10 win over the New England Patriots . Coach, Mikey P, and Peyton debate Drake Maye’s three interceptions, New England’s late-game decision-making, and Seattle’s outlook after Sam Darnold exited with a hip injury and Drew Lock took over. Then the crew turns to the NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia : the San Francisco 49ers against the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The panel shares its best bets, Raphael Esparza supplies three actionable betting angles, and the four-man weave examines travel and sleep strategy, the Rams’ rebuilt defense, Brock Purdy’s passing volume, and the impact of George Kittle and Nick Bosa carrying no final game designation . Episode Timestamps • [00:00] Opening and a tribute to Barry Melrose’s life and hockey legacy • [01:38] BTT Studios programming schedule and the 49ers–Rams live watch-along • [02:36] Today’s rundown: Seahawks–Patriots recap, 49ers–Rams best bets, Inside Info, and the full game preview • [02:59] BTT Studios merchandise spotlight • [04:06] Peyton Lodge and Mikey P join Coach • [06:30] Seahawks 13, Patriots 10 : Drake Maye’s costly interceptions and New England’s offensive concerns • [09:39] Did Mike Vrabel and the Patriots’ coaching staff fail to protect their lead? • [10:06] Sam Darnold’s hip injury , Drew Lock’s relief appearance, and Seattle’s quarterback outlook • [11:33] 49ers vs. Rams in Melbourne : best bets and game picks • [12:21] Peyton: Rams -3.5 and Brock Purdy 22+ completions • [13:16] Coach: Rams -3 after buying the half-point • [14:11] Mikey P: George Kittle receiving yards and Brock Purdy passing touchdowns • [15:09] Inside Info with Raphael Esparza • [16:07] College football total, Blake Corum scrimmage yards, and Bears–Panthers Week 1 • [18:11] Full 49ers–Rams preview and the competing Australia travel strategies • [22:09] Why the Rams believe their carefully tested sleep plan provides an advantage • [23:50] George Kittle and Nick Bosa cleared without a final injury designation • [24:51] Can the 49ers win after paying Brock Purdy? • [26:49] Rams defense debate: can the front thrive without Aaron Donald? • [29:08] Matthew Stafford MVP interest, pass-rush props, and Brock Purdy passing markets • [29:53] Closing thoughts and the evening watch-along reminder BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TKO President and COO Mark Shapiro’s remarks at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference put talent value at the center of the conversation. The Coach and Vince Russo unpack what it means for TKO to say it has “resized” WWE superstar pay composition, whether advertising and marketing opportunities can create a better upside for performers, and why corporate language can sound very different to shareholders than it does to the people in the ring. They also react to reports of WWE and The Walt Disney Company discussing family-focused special events for 2027 . Then the focus turns to Raw’s looming battle with Monday Night Football . With Raw streaming live on Netflix , Vince argues that WWE must compete to win rather than assume viewers will catch up later. The hosts debate whether WWE clearly established the audience’s rooting interest after The 946 set The Usos’ car ablaze , and why the first chapter of a new faction’s story matters so much. Finally, The Coach and Bro ask WWE to turn the reality of its women’s roster into compelling television. From Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair to Kelani Jordan, Bayley, and Chelsea Green, they pitch stories that let established stars evolve while a younger generation fights for space. The conversation continues through Super Chats, the birth of the Mr. McMahon character after Montreal, and unforgettable stories involving Mr. T, Shaquille O’Neal, and Manute Bol. This episode is sponsored by BlueChew. Better sex in a tablet — go to BlueChew.com and use promo code COACH to get your third month of BlueChew Gold FREE when you buy two, plus 10% off and free overnight shipping on your first order. Episode Timestamps • [00:00] Welcome to the new one-hour Coach and Bro format • [02:22] Mark Shapiro, TKO, and “resized” talent pay composition • [08:06] Advertising deals, marketing partnerships, and performance incentives • [11:24] WWE and Disney: What could family-focused content look like? • [13:11] Live-event economics, corporate language, and shareholder priorities • [15:26] Raw enters the Monday Night Football window • [16:31] The 946, The Usos, and the problem with heel-versus-heel setup • [18:16] Why a new faction must clearly define its mission • [22:04] Can WWE compete to win against the NFL? • [23:47] BlueChew Gold: “Hey Nanny Nanny Time” • [28:32] WWE’s women’s division and the need for a generational story • [31:49] Charlotte Flair, character work, and stories beyond matches • [33:39] Bayley, Chelsea Green, and using real career pressure on screen • [35:25] Super Chats begin • [36:00] LSU, Lane Kiffin, and playing chess • [37:39] The wrestling “doghouse” and surviving backstage heat • [40:29] WWE’s Disney ambition and the importance of a recognizable leader • [43:29] Vince Russo on how the Mr. McMahon character was born • [45:42] The Montreal aftermath and Vince McMahon’s “receipt” • [48:39] Mr. T stories • [51:18] Shaq’s unplanned WWE cameo • [53:05] Coach and Bro’s Manute Bol encounters • [57:01] Final TKO debate: Can talent really be manufactured? • [01:00:12] Coach’s Seahawks–Patriots betting lean • [01:02:03] Closing laughs and Friday-show reminder Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Football season has arrived, and Simply The Coach is joined by Mikey P and Big Tommy C for a fired-up opening-night edition of Coach and Company . The crew celebrates the return of the NFL, previews the new season, and reacts to Baker Mayfield’s three-year extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . The conversation then shifts to New York, where Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set US Open thriller . During the weekly rants, Tommy and Mikey explain why football now takes priority over everything else, while Coach declares Lane Kiffin Week and the panel debates the LSU eligibility fight involving former NFL players . Finally, the crew turns to the main event: the Week 1 Seahawks–Patriots matchup . Mikey backs Drake Maye and New England, Tommy trusts Mike Macdonald’s Seattle defense, and the guys discuss the spread, the moneyline, and their expectations for the opening-night Super Bowl rematch. Episode Chapters • [00:00] NFL opening-night energy, show announcements, and the return of the Monday Night Grind • [02:42] Mikey P and Big Tommy C join the football-season celebration • [05:11] Baker Mayfield’s new Buccaneers contract and what it means for Tampa Bay • [11:21] Ben Shelton’s late-night US Open victory over Carlos Alcaraz • [16:53] “F Day” rants: football takes over the calendar • [22:24] Lane Kiffin Week and the LSU player-eligibility controversy • [25:58] Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots preview, picks, props, and opening-night predictions BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coach and JD run their signature ten-topics-in-25-minutes format, opening with Bronson Reed's leaner, meaner return and Oba Femi's new spot sharing the main-event table with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. From there the show covers Royce Keys and OTM setting the Bloodline's car on fire on Raw and Paul Heyman's expanding role, before crossing over to AEW for the surprise announcement that Will Ospreay will defend the AEW World Championship against Jon Moxley at All Out and the three-way TLC tag match pitting Copeland & Christian against FTR and the Young Bucks. The back half turns to business: WWE's LFG developmental layoffs , skepticism about the relocated Money in the Bank concept, Cody Rhodes' overdue heel turn, and a women's division the hosts say is being carried by NXT call-ups. The Kickout closes with super chats on Joe Tessitore's commentary style, Paul Heyman's mystery phone call, and a reveal that Oba Femi's on-air voice is a put-on accent. Topics & Timestamps: [00:00] Cold open — "the fastest show in wrestling," ten-topic format intro [01:00] Topic 1 — Bronson Reed's return : the "lost his aura" debate and why the weight cut sharpens the tsunami [03:30] Topic 2 — Oba Femi getting "humanized" and the Royal Rumble/WrestleMania math on his 2026 run [06:00] Topic 3 — Royce Keys, OTM, and the Bloodline car-fire go-home segment ; competing Jacob Fatu theories [08:30] Topic 4 — Paul Heyman coaching three of "the vision's" stars at once [11:00] Topic 5 — AEW All Out : Will Ospreay's chaotic first title-defense build and the surprise Moxley announcement [13:30] Sponsor read — BlueChew Gold, promo code TUCOUNT (also referenced as 2CAL on air) [15:30] Topic 6 — AEW All Out's Copeland/Christian vs. FTR vs. Young Bucks TLC match [18:00] Topic 7 — WWE's LFG layoffs : Wendy Choo, Adriana Rizzo, and the show's revolving-door talent pipeline [20:30] Topic 8 — Money in the Bank qualifiers , and whether the cash-in concept has run its course [23:00] Topic 9 — Cody Rhodes' overdue heel turn [25:30] Topic 10 — Women's division crossroads: Kalani Jordan, Kendall Gray, and the NXT talent gap [28:00] The Kickout — super chats on Joe Tessitore's commentary style, Paul Heyman's mystery phone call, Rob Conway's fake French gimmick, and Oba Femi's put-on American accent [33:00] War Games/Survivor Series speculation and sign-off — HOG Fallout show plug, BlueChew reminder Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first NFL Tuesday of the season is here. Simply The Coach welcomes Mikey P and Supe for a rapid-fire look at the and the numbers they believe could move before kickoff. Mikey backs Pittsburgh against Atlanta, Coach likes Buffalo on the road in Houston, and Supe makes the case for New Orleans plus seven in Detroit. The crew also discusses the pressure facing Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, and Lamar Jackson as elite quarterbacks still chasing their first championship. The lines discussed on the show reflect the live market at recording time and are subject to change; provides the broader slate. Rafael Esparza returns with Inside Info and three positions for the : Sam Darnold’s passing-yard total, A.J. Brown’s reception prop, and the first-quarter total. The show then completes its preseason division tour with a full . Can the defending champion Seahawks repeat? Are the Rams the division favorite after adding Myles Garrett and bringing ? And can Kyle Shanahan keep the 49ers healthy enough to challenge both teams? Episode Timeline • [00:00] NFL kickoff countdown, the new Coach and Company format, and the latest BTT Studios merch • [02:40] Mikey P and Supe join the show as Week 1 finally arrives • [05:06] The new Tuesday line-value segment begins • [05:27] Falcons at Steelers: Mikey P targets Pittsburgh early in the week • [08:34] Bills at Texans: Coach backs Buffalo and examines the pressure on Josh Allen • [13:15] Saints at Lions: Supe takes New Orleans plus seven, while Mikey P makes the Detroit case • [15:46] Inside Info with Rafael Esparza: why Week 1 underdogs catching seven or more deserve attention • [17:44] : Sam Darnold passing yards, A.J. Brown receptions, and the first-quarter over • [21:29] : Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Arizona enter the spotlight • [22:48] Can the Seahawks repeat as Super Bowl champions? • [25:09] The Rams’ terrifying pass rush: Myles Garrett, Aaron Donald, and the art of getting to the quarterback • [28:21] Division-winner predictions, the 49ers’ health, and the Rams’ demanding opening travel schedule • [31:30] Closing thoughts and upcoming BTT Studios programming BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment References [1] NFL 2026 Week 1 Schedule [2] NFL Week 1 Betting: Odds, Lines and Totals for Every Game [3] New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks — 2026 Week 1 [4] NFC West Training Camp 2026 Preview [5] Aaron Donald Unretires and Will Play for Rams in 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Raw had flashes of the kind of television that pulls viewers forward. Big Tommy C and Gabby LaSpisa unpack the Liv Morgan–Stephanie Vaquer Women’s World Championship match , where a familiar interference finish reinforced their concern that WWE telegraphed too much of the night. They also examine Becky Lynch’s involvement, the Judgment Day numbers game, and whether the result points to a tag match or a three-way collision in the women’s division. The show’s clearest success, in their view, was Royce Keys and The 946’s attack on The Usos . Keys, Bronco Nima, and Lucien Price—OTM as the tag team within The 946—gave the Bloodline story texture through the Oakland vignettes, Jacob Fatu’s warning, and the burning SUV angle. The hosts debate whether Jacob is the Bloodline’s essential strategist, a future rival to Roman Reigns, or a possible swerve waiting to happen. Elsewhere, they assess The Vision’s growing presence, Sol Ruca’s Money in the Bank qualifier win, Bayley’s return, and the gap between WWE’s deep roster and its uneven weekly presentation. The conversation turns to Joe Hendry and JD McDonagh’s comedy-heavy segment, the better-than-expected Sunday Night’s Main Event work from Baron Corbin, Lil Yachty, and Trick Williams, repetitive announce-table spots, comedian Matt Mathews, Lola Vice, and why Roman Reigns vs. Penta in Mexico City could be the kind of meaningful match Raw needs. Segment Timestamps • [00:00] Overall Raw verdict — Why the hosts found the episode uneven and underpowered. • [00:39] Liv Morgan vs. Stephanie Vaquer — Morgan retains after Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez interfere; Becky Lynch intervenes, Perez supplies the belt, and Morgan uses it before Oblivion. • [04:55] Royce Keys, The 946, OTM, and the Bloodline — Oakland backstory, Jimmy Uso and Jey Uso, Jacob Fatu’s warning, and The 946 burning The Usos’ SUV. • [09:44] The Vision at full strength — Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, and the group’s expanding influence. • [09:48] Sol Ruca’s Money in the Bank qualifier win — Sol Ruca defeats Lyra Valkyria and Maxxine Dupri after Bayley stops Valkyria’s apparent win. • [15:09] Joe Hendry vs. JD McDonagh — Je’Von Evans counters Dominik Mysterio’s involvement, but can comedy protect everyone involved? • [19:00] Show-wide creative inconsistency — The depth is there; the cohesion and follow-through are not always there. • [22:00] Sunday Night’s Main Event comparison — Baron Corbin, Lil Yachty, and Trick Williams deliver a segment that worked better than expected. • [25:00] Overused announce-table spots — When every table is destroyed, the moment stops feeling special. • [27:00] Matt Mathews and The Miz — A celebrity segment that at least felt connected to a genuine wrestling fan. • [28:45] Lola Vice vignette — Why WWE’s early investment in her presentation is encouraging. • [29:38] Roman Reigns vs. Penta — Previewing the September 14 Raw match in Mexico City; Santiago, Chile on September 12 is a separate live event, not the Raw location. • [30:52] The 25th anniversary of September 11 — A respectful reflection on wrestling as an escape and community. • [33:43] End of episode. Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is a special Labor Day edition of The Coach and Bro . Coach and Vince open with moving stories, the increasingly frustrating maze of streaming and sports access, and a fan-made AI detour before Vince shares two classic thrift finds: a Joe Namath throwback jersey and a mint-condition copy of The Wrestling Album . The conversation is funny, personal, and rooted in why wrestling history still matters. Then the Big Three begins with WWE Sunday Night’s Main Event . Coach sees a new, leaner Bronson Reed’s attack on Oba Femi and Bron Breakker as a major physical statement, while Vince asks whether changing Reed’s look affects the identity of the Tsunami. They also examine Randy Orton’s win over Cody Rhodes , Cody’s crucial hesitation, and the logic that makes—or breaks—an angle for the casual fan. From there, the hosts make the case for protecting big moments: use the announce table less, build a card with purpose, and give every talent a meaningful direction. They discuss Baron Corbin, Lil Yachty, Trick Williams, Jade Cargill, Michin, B-Fab, Tatum Paxley, creative continuity, and the community before closing with sincere remembrances of Bill Dundee and Andy Williams, known in wrestling as The Butcher . Timestamps • [00:00] Opening, Labor Day stories, moving chaos, and streaming/football frustrations • [12:30] AI fan art, thrift-store finds, and the history inside The Wrestling Album • [26:00] Sunday Night’s Main Event review begins • [26:12] Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker : Bronson Reed returns, attacks with a chair, and lands multiple Tsunamis • [32:17] Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton : hesitation, killer instinct, referee chaos, and the logical next chapter • [37:37] Why overused announce-table spots stop feeling special • [41:02] Baron Corbin vs. Lil Yachty , the five-minute survival story, and Trick Williams regaining the U.S. Title • [42:41] Card sequencing, talent presentation, and why a show should build toward its biggest moments • [46:38] Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab vs. Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss & Tatum Paxley : WWE’s women’s division and character-development debate • [53:30] Creative continuity, production staffing, and making stories feel real • [59:30] Super Chats and community discussion • [66:01] Bill Dundee tribute • [67:32] Andy Williams/The Butcher tribute • [71:44] End of episode Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coach checks in from his new home base in Texas for a Labor Day edition of Coach and Company and brings in Brandon Combs and Mikey P to recap Week 1 of college football. First up is LSU's 51-10 dismantling of Clemson in Lane Kiffin's debut — and Kiffin's halftime shot at Dabo Swinney, "imagine if we had pro players" , after Swinney's offseason comments about the state of college football. Brandon argues Swinney is now squarely on the hot seat and that LSU is every bit as good as advertised; Mikey P, a former LSU fan, says he's out on Kiffin's heel act and has jumped to Ole Miss — which needed a walk-off 48-yard field goal to survive Louisville 41-38 Sunday night. Then the main event: Michigan 13, Western Michigan 12 , won on a Hail Mary after the stadium clock read 0:00 and a review restored one second. The Big Ten's explanation — that the Broncos defender who batted the first Hail Mary out of bounds started his jump from out of bounds with one second left — does not satisfy Brandon, who calls it a bailout for a 27.5-point favorite and takes aim at Michigan fans for storming the field after beating a MAC team. Mikey P brands the play the "Bail Mary," calls for an ACC-style live review explanation across every conference, and Coach orders "BAIL MARY" merch on the shop by 2 p.m. Quick hitters follow: Notre Dame's 41-13 second-half takeover of Wisconsin (with Coach's betting lean on Irish team totals), and James Franklin's "Enter Sandman" debut at Virginia Tech . Gridiron Time opens NFL week with the Falcons naming Tua Tagovailoa the Week 1 starter over Michael Penix Jr. — Brandon, a day after drafting Kyle Pitts, is beside himself; Mikey P notes Penix wasn't cleared for full 11-on-11 work until late August and predicts Tua has the shortest leash in the league. The crew debates the NFC South after last year's three-way tie at 8-9 , and Brandon makes the case that Baker Mayfield, playing 2026 without an extension , performs best with his back against the wall and could be in the MVP conversation. Mikey P counters that Tampa is waiting to see whether Mayfield can elevate a young receiving corps without Mike Evans. Coach closes with a "dare we?" — a special Monday Night Grind for Wednesday's Patriots–Seahawks opener — and everyone takes No. 19 SMU at Florida State tonight. Housekeeping: BTT is live six days a week (Sunday mornings TBD) through the Super Bowl. Today: two VOD segments dropping, a special live Coach and Bro Show at 2 p.m. ET, and the BAIL MARY merch item on the shop. Wednesday 7 p.m. ET: special Monday Night Grind for NFL opening night (Patriots at Seahawks). Raphael Esparza returns Tuesdays and Thursdays; Tailgate Saturday with Brandon and Mikey P launched this weekend; Betcha-powered live watch-alongs continue. New "story time with the Coach" episodes are coming to Coach and Bro. Episode Timestamps Time Segment 00:00 Cold open — Coach live from Texas; Labor Day edition and the week ahead at BTT 02:08 Bring It — Brandon Combs and Mikey P join; Tailgate Saturday launch and the Betcha watch-along 04:44 LSU 51, Clemson 10 — Lane Kiffin's "imagine if we had pro players" and Dabo's hot seat 09:47 Ole Miss 41, Louisville 38 — Mikey P jumps ship from LSU 10:23 Michigan 13, Western Michigan 12 — the Hail Mary at 0:00 and the Big Ten's clock ruling 13:25 The "Bail Mary" is born — Mikey P's fix: ACC-style live review explanations 15:42 Michigan fans storm the field after beating a MAC team 17:10 BAIL MARY merch — on the shop by 2 p.m. 18:27 Notre Dame 41, Wisconsin 13 — Coach's Irish betting lean 20:38 James Franklin's Enter Sandman debut at Virginia Tech 22:42 Gridiron Time — NFL opening week is here 23:35 Falcons name Tua the starter over Michael Penix Jr. — Brandon melts down 27:15 Baker Mayfield's contract standoff — MVP dark horse? 30:38 All football, all the time — chat shoutouts and the Year 3 lineup 31:12 Dare we? A special Monday Night Grind for Wednesday's opener 33:08 Thursday night in Melbourne — the time-zone math 34:32 Final takes — No. 19 SMU at Florida State tonight 35:47 Sign-off — Year 3 begins; Coach and Bro live at 2 p.m. ET BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @watchbttsports #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coach is out on personal business, so Mikey P runs the Friday show solo with Soupy, and the college football sicko community got exactly what it wanted. The headline is Lane Kiffin's LSU: a Louisiana judge ruled the Tigers can reinstate and play their pro-eligible players , with a midnight deadline to decide. Both hosts expect Kiffin to pull the trigger, but Mikey P — a lifelong LSU fan who says he's officially out — has a different message for the rest of the sport: stop complaining and beat LSU. That sets up what he calls the game he's most excited for since USC–Texas in the Rose Bowl: LSU at Ole Miss in Week 3 . (The ruling is not final and the situation remains fluid; the debate here is the hosts' opinion.) Then, the upset: UMass walked into Rutgers as a 29.5-point underdog and won 37-21 — the program's first win in 677 days, first road win since 2023, and first win over a current power-conference opponent since 1978, with QB "Pop" Watson making the thumbnail. Mikey P eats crow on his Rutgers -29.5 ticket, Soupy explains why 56 new players and a coordinator who knows Greg Schiano's program made this UMass team different, and both note Rutgers reportedly paid $1.5M for the privilege. Plus: Colorado and Deion Sanders win in Atlanta , Ben Simmons lands with the Kings , and Mikey P plants his flag (again) that Fernando Mendoza takes the Raiders job from Kirk Cousins by Week 8 — Soupy says the rookie holds a clipboard until 2028. Gridiron Time previews the NFC North. Mikey P (an admitted Bears homer) argues Green Bay is in real trouble with Micah Parsons on PUP and Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner's Exempt list — and questions the Packers GM saying the team "hasn't seen the video evidence." (Jacobs' situation is unresolved; nothing has been adjudicated.) The two debate MarShawn Lloyd vs. the newly acquired Kaleb Johnson for fantasy, whether Detroit is the real No. 2 and how long Dan Campbell can keep "Dan Campbell-ing," and how far Kyler Murray can take Minnesota (Soupy: Justin Jefferson is the best receiver in football; Mikey P: have you met Ja'Marr Chase?). They close on Giants RB Cam Skattebo's comments about considering retirement, Soupy's weekend watch list, and Mikey P's Friday-night play: San Jose State +money vs. Eastern Michigan. Housekeeping from the top of the show: BTT Wrestling has The Last Word, two Coach and Bro episodes and The 2 Count this week · Saturday-night LSU–Clemson live watch-along with Betcha · new Saturday-morning BTT college football show with Brandon Combs and Mikey P · Fight Time with Mikey P previews UFC Paris with Leah Dorchenez · "Get Your Ass Out of Bed" tee now in the merch shop. Episode Timestamps Time Segment 00:00 Cold open & housekeeping — BTT Wrestling lineup, LSU–Clemson watch-along with Betcha, new Saturday-morning CFB show, Fight Time/UFC Paris, new merch 03:00 Soupy joins — last night's UMass–Rutgers theater 03:45 Breaking: Ben Simmons signs with the Sacramento Kings 05:10 Raiders name Kirk Cousins QB1 — Mikey P re-plants the Fernando Mendoza-by-Week-8 flag 08:35 Judge rules for LSU: Lane Kiffin's pro players, the midnight deadline, and Mikey P's "just beat LSU" stance 13:05 LSU at Ole Miss Week 3 — the most electric atmosphere of the year? 14:50 UMass stuns Rutgers as a 29.5-point underdog — the stats, the bad beat, Pop Watson, and the $1.5M guarantee 19:40 Colorado wins in Atlanta — how big is this for Coach Prime? 22:05 Gridiron Time: NFC North preview — can the Bears repeat? 24:30 Packers in trouble? Parsons on PUP, Jacobs on the exempt list, the GM's "video evidence" comment, MarShawn Lloyd vs. Kaleb Johnson 29:30 Bears bold predictions — Caleb Williams and 4,000 yards 30:20 Lions as the real No. 2 — is Dan Campbell on the hot seat? 32:40 Vikings: Kyler Murray + Kevin O'Connell, and the Jefferson vs. Chase debate 35:35 Cam Skattebo says he considered walking away — Mikey P's "most intriguing players" list 38:00 What are you watching this weekend? Bet with your head, not your heart 39:30 Mikey P's play of the night: San Jose State vs. Eastern Michigan · sign-off BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @coachandcompany Twitter/X: @watchbttsports #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainmen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA has officially dropped the hammer on the Los Angeles Clippers. Simply The Coach, Mikey P, and Peyton react to the league’s salary-cap circumvention ruling , which strips Los Angeles of five first-round picks, fines the franchise $30 million, suspends Steve Ballmer for one year, and requires Kawhi Leonard to pay $700,000. The crew debates whether the financial penalties are meaningful for billionaires and highly paid stars, why the lost picks could cripple the franchise, and whether the Kawhi Leonard–Paul George era will be remembered as one of basketball’s biggest roster-building disasters. College football returns with Deion Sanders taking Colorado to Georgia Tech in Atlanta , while LSU begins the Lane Kiffin era against Clemson. The panel reacts to Dabo Swinney’s “embarrassing” comments , and Rafael Esparza returns with “Inside Info” on LSU–Clemson market movement, Georgia at +260 to win the SEC , and the Cincinnati Bengals as an AFC North value play . The final stretch turns to the NFC East. Can Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and an upgraded defense make the Dallas Cowboys legitimate contenders , or will Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles remain on top ? The show closes with the viral high-school linemen hog-trailer entrance , a tease for Justin Gaethje vs. Conor McGregor, and the Raiders’ decision to start Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza . Episode Timestamps Time Segment 00:00 Welcome, BTT Studios updates, and episode preview 02:18 Show open with Mikey P and Peyton 05:12 NBA punishes the Clippers over Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention 11:02 College football Week 1: Colorado at Georgia Tech and Deion’s Atlanta return 13:08 Lane Kiffin, Dabo Swinney, and LSU vs. Clemson 16:42 “Inside Info” with Rafael Esparza 17:24 LSU–Clemson betting market and “hate money” 19:28 Georgia +260 to win the SEC 20:20 Bengals value to win the AFC North 21:40 NFC East preview begins 21:54 Dallas Cowboys: Dak, the weapons, and the revamped defense 23:50 Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni, and life after A.J. Brown 26:40 “Laugh and Learn”: the hog-trailer linemen entrance 30:59 Gaethje–McGregor tease and Raiders quarterback debate 35:04 BTT Studios wrap-up and sign-off BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @watchbttsports #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment References [1] NBA announces penalties and findings arising from investigation of LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard [2] Colorado vs. Georgia Tech: TV channel, time, streaming info [3] Clemson’s Swinney says pursuit of NFL players ‘embarrassing’ [4] 2026 College Football Odds: Why Georgia Is Best Bet To Win SEC [5] AFC North Division Odds and Prediction for 2026 Season [6] Cowboys are true Super Bowl contenders in 2026 [7] NFC East Predictions: Will Cowboys or Giants take down Eagles? [8] ESPN: High-school linemen enter in a hog trailer [9] Klint Kubiak names Kirk Cousins starter over No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed—now The New Level —have finally spoken publicly about leaving WWE, and their answers gave The Coach and Vince Russo plenty to debate. The pair discussed the emotion surrounding Big E, the moment they realized it was time to move on, and a proposed compensation reduction that Kofi said was more than 50 percent . Austin also said there was no senior-level farewell call or thank-you before their exit, while Kofi made clear that he remains grateful for the career WWE gave him. They have since debuted in AEW alongside Swerve Strickland and captured the AEW World Trios Championship at All In: London. The episode’s second major debate begins with Andrade’s Latin Lover interview , in which he argued that certain Samoan wrestlers receive repeated opportunities while Mexican talent—including Santos Escobar, Angel Garza, and Berto—often gets a much shorter window. That opens a wider conversation about favoritism, creative control, Matt Cardona’s torn triceps, the uncertainty injured performers face, and Santos Escobar’s account of the promises Nick Khan made before he re-signed . The Big Three closes with a breakdown of Paul Heyman’s Raw promo ahead of Bron Breakker versus Oba Femi . WWE framed the match as a battle for the future in which neither man can afford to lose. Could Bronson Reed’s reported return reshape The Vision, free Breakker for a singles run, and give Heyman a new monster to represent? The hosts also discuss title inflation, Sting’s son, WWE’s talent tryouts, The Miz’s ability to reinvent himself, Bayley’s possible next chapter, and the Coach and Bro-let Wheel controversy. Episode Timestamps Time Topic 00:00 Welcome and a major update on the show’s format 03:17 Coach responds to criticism over Super Chats and shorter episodes 07:40 Heel Coach returns and threatens the Coach and Bro-let Wheel 17:16 Introducing The Big Three 17:48 The New Level breaks its silence after leaving WWE 18:30 Austin Creed becomes emotional discussing Big E and family 20:03 Coach and Vince debate friendship, storylines, and real-life bonds 26:17 Kofi reveals the proposed pay reduction exceeded 50 percent 29:58 No call from WWE’s higher-ups—and Kofi’s message of gratitude 34:04 Andrade calls out unequal opportunities for Mexican talent 35:07 Favoritism, backstage connections, and how little talent controls 38:09 Matt Cardona’s injury and the fear of losing career momentum 39:52 Santos Escobar’s Nick Khan story and the reality of corporate scale 41:20 Seth Rollins, aging, injury anxiety, and a wrestler’s identity 42:31 Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, Oba Femi, and Bronson Reed speculation 45:20 Are there too many championships in wrestling? 49:13 Fan-submitted ideas, creative credit, and merchandise designs 51:09 Sting’s son, young prospects, and learning from veterans 52:31 WWE’s Minneapolis tryout and the search for new talent 53:59 The Miz reaches 20 years and keeps reinventing himself 54:26 Raw’s crash-TV opening and why the announcers sounded flat 56:01 Could Bayley’s future be as an agent, trainer, or ambassador? 58:05 Coach answers a premium member’s watch-along criticism 1:00:51 JCW Lunacy, the third weekly show, and the wheel’s return 1:06:43 Final thanks and sign-off Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast YouTube Title NEW LEVEL BREAKS SILENCE on WWE EXIT + Andrade Calls Out Favoritism! | Coach & Bro 9/2/26 YouTube Description The New Level just revealed how its WWE run ended—and the number is staggering. Kofi Kingston says he and Austin Creed were asked to accept a pay reduction of more than 50 percent , while Austin says no senior WWE leader called to say thank you or goodbye. The Coach and Vince Russo break down the interview that has wrestling talking. Austin opens up about the emotion surrounding Big E and the moment his family made him realize that it was time for a new chapter. Kofi explains why gratitude for WWE can coexist with the decision to bet on yourself, work somewhere new, and demand recognition of your value. The New Level has already debuted in AEW, joined Swerve Strickland, and won the World Trios Championship at All In: London. Then Andrade ignites one of the episode’s most difficult conversations. In an interview with Latin Lover, he argued that some Samoan wrestlers receive opportunity after opportunity while Mexican performers such as Santos Escobar, Angel Garza, and Berto are given far fewer chances. Coach and Vince debate favoritism, backstage relationships, corporate priorities, and the hard truth that even elite performers control very little once their careers are in someone else’s hands. The discussion expands to Matt Cardona’s torn triceps, Chelsea Green’s ability to remain involved while injured, Santos Escobar’s revealing Nick Khan story, and the psychological toll that injuries can take on performers who have built their identities around wrestling. Finally, The Big Three turns to Paul Heyman’s Raw promo for Bron Breakker versus Oba Femi . WWE says neither man can afford to lose. Could Bronson Reed return, change the finish, and become Heyman’s next monster? Could that angle finally release Breakker from The Vision and launch the singles run many fans expect? F4W/WON reports that Reed is expected back on Raw in September, but the exact storyline remains unknown. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome and show-format update 03:17 Coach fires back at the Super Chat criticism 07:40 Heel Coach returns—and the wheel is in danger 17:16 The Big Three begins 17:48 The New Level breaks its silence 18:30 Austin Creed gets emotional about Big E 20:03 Vince and Coach clash over friendship versus storyline 26:17 Kofi reveals the proposed pay reduction exceeded 50% 29:58 No call from WWE’s higher-ups 34:04 Andrade calls out unequal opportunities 35:07 Favoritism, connections, and talent control 38:09 Matt Cardona’s injury changes everything 39:52 Santos Escobar’s Nick Khan story 41:20 Seth Rollins and the mental toll of injury 42:31 Bron Breakker vs. Oba Femi: What is Heyman planning? 45:20 Are wrestling championships losing their meaning? 49:13 Creative ownership and merchandise designs 51:09 Is Sting’s son being pushed too quickly? 52:31 WWE’s Minneapolis tryout 53:59 The Miz celebrates 20 years of reinvention 54:26 Why Raw’s opening commentary lacked energy 56:01 Bayley’s possible next chapter 58:05 Coach responds to a premium-member complaint 1:00:51 Third weekly show update and the wheel returns 1:06:43 Final thanks LINKS • Kofi and Austin Creed’s Ariel Helwani interview • Yahoo Sports: The New Level on its WWE departure and proposed pay reduction • AEW: Austin Creed and Kofi debut in All Elite Wrestling • Andrade’s interview with Latin Lover • Yahoo Sports: Andrade critiques WWE’s opportunities for Mexican talent • F4W/WON: Santos Escobar reveals his Nick Khan conversation • Yahoo Sports: Matt Cardona provides an injury update • WWE: Paul Heyman has no spoiler for Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker • F4W/WON: Update on Bronson Reed’s WWE return Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast References [1] Kofi, Austin Creed reveal they were blindsided by WWE, asked to take more than 50% pay cut — Yahoo Sports [2] Austin Creed & Kofi Debut in All Elite Wrestling! — AEW [3] Andrade El Idolo Critiques WWE for Favoring Samoan Wrestlers Over Mexican Talent — Yahoo Sports [4] WWE's Matt Cardona Provides Health Update — Yahoo Sports [5] Former Santos Escobar reveals Nick Khan conversation that led to WWE return — F4W/WON [6] Paul Heyman has no spoiler for Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker — WWE [7] Update on Bronson Reed's WWE return — F4W/WON Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL season is only one week away, and Coach and Company is already in midseason form. The Coach is joined by Mikey P and Big Tommy C to discuss the San Francisco 49ers’ early trip to Melbourne for their opener against the Los Angeles Rams, including the latest on George Kittle and Nick Bosa, the impact of a long international flight, and whether the Rams are giving away an edge by arriving later. Before the football deep dive, the crew reacts to the Los Angeles Angels’ agreement to sell a controlling interest to Stan Kroenke , what a record-setting ownership change could mean for Mike Trout, and whether the franchise can finally build a winner around its longtime star. Then Wednesday Rants take over: Tommy pushes back on the New York media’s treatment of Yankees rookie George Lombard Jr. during his six-game error streak , Mikey questions the Rams naming 11 team captains , and The Coach addresses online critics, Super Chats, and the realities of building an independent sports-media brand. The episode closes with a full AFC West preview. Can Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce lead Kansas City back to the top? Are the Broncos being overlooked? Does Justin Herbert have enough help with the Chargers? And how quickly could the Raiders turn to Fernando Mendoza if Kirk Cousins struggles? The crew makes its division picks, previews the next NFC East discussion, and sends listeners into opening week ready for football. Timestamps • [00:00] Get Your Ass Out of Bed: show updates, new programming, merch, and quick headlines • [03:23] The Coach welcomes Big Tommy C and Mikey P • [05:26] Angels ownership changes hands : Stan Kroenke, Arte Moreno, and Mike Trout • [09:19] 49ers vs. Rams in Australia : travel strategy, jet lag, George Kittle, and Nick Bosa • [14:45] Wednesday Rants begin • [15:17] Tommy C: New York media, the Yankees, and George Lombard Jr.’s defensive slump • [17:51] Mikey P: The Rams name 11 captains for the 2026 season • [20:12] The Coach: social-media haters, Super Chats, and the changing media business • [26:31] AFC West preview: Chiefs, Broncos, Chargers, and Raiders • [32:28] Raiders quarterback debate: Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza? • [34:34] NFC East preview tease and early New York Giants concerns • [37:27] Closing thoughts and the Coach and Bro show preview References [1] George Kittle, Nick Bosa traveling with 49ers to Australia — NFL.com [2] Stan Kroenke to buy Angels; record $4B valuation — ESPN [3] George Lombard Jr. makes error in sixth straight game — MLB.com [4] Rams announce team captains for 2026 season — Los Angeles Rams BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @watchbttsports #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Coach is back from three weeks on the road and reunited with JD from New York for another rapid-fire edition of The 2 Count — 10 topics, two and a half minutes each, no filler. The show opens with four straight AEW topics, a first in show history. The guys break down Will Ospreay's AEW World Championship victory over Kenny Omega at All In: London, with JD praising the slow, methodical pacing of the match and the storytelling that carried it. They dedicate a full segment to Ospreay's entrance — the career retrospective walk past everyone who shaped his journey, the video package narrated by his mother set to The Who's "Baba O'Riley," and why AEW finally "made you feel" in a way their weekly TV storylines often don't. The New Level's debut gets its own spotlight, with JD calling it his favorite moment of the entire show and questioning why WWE never gave Kofi and Austin Creed the creative freedom they showed in one night at Wembley. Britt Baker's return after nearly two years sparks a debate about the Fightful report claiming she "took herself off TV" — JD calls it unequivocally false, citing the backstage altercation with MJF's wife that actually led to her absence. The AEW block wraps with Andrade's Casino Gauntlet victory and a fantasy booking discussion about whether MJF will reclaim the title at All Out. Then it's on to WWE, and the guys have plenty to say. Royce Keys and OTM's brutal parking lot attack on The Usos — complete with a destroyed car and a pixelated, bloodied Jey Uso — earns praise for its Attitude Era energy, but JD questions why Netflix blurred the violence while Triple H posts the raw footage on his own social media. The Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker Sunday Night's Main Event preview includes a bold prediction: Bronson Reed returns and costs both men the match. Penta's emotional tournament final victory over his brother Rey Fenix gets the full breakdown, with both hosts agreeing it was one of the best Raw matches of the year and fantasy booking what a Penta win over Roman Reigns in Mexico City would mean for the business. The show's signature debate topic asks the question on everyone's mind: are the Fatu's being held back? Jacob Fatu's unhinged, mic-cut promo on Raw — where he interrupted a women's title match to curse out Royce Keys and OTM — has both hosts demanding WWE take the handcuffs off. The Coach reveals that WWE never actually apologized for the promo (the viral statement was AI-generated fake news ), and JD argues that Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa, and Zilla Fatu are "special" talents who need to be cut loose. The NXT block covers Grayson Waller's NXT Championship victory at Heat Wave and whether he can avoid the Baron Corbin trap of succeeding in NXT only to be forgotten on the main roster. The show closes with AEW's chess move of relocating Dynasty to February 2027 in Liverpool — directly countering WWE's WrestleMania weekend void in the U.S. — and a bewildered reaction to WWE's Magic City merchandise collaboration. TIMESTAMPS: [1] Show intro — The Coach is back, JD's AEW recap hits 60K views, and the 10-topic format [2] Will Ospreay defeats Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship — the slow, methodical match, Kenny's selfless performance, and why the beauty is in the dance [3] Will Ospreay's entrance — the career retrospective walk, his mother's narration, the $20-30K robe, and why AEW "made you feel" [4] The New Level debuts — Kofi & Austin Creed win the AEW World Trios Championship with Swerve Strickland, and why WWE never let them be themselves [5] Britt Baker returns after two years — the black hoodie reveal, the Persephone alliance, and why the "she took herself off TV" report is BS [6] Andrade wins the Casino Gauntlet — MJF's backseat role, the staggered entrances, and fantasy booking MJF vs. Ospreay at All Out [7] Royce Keys & OTM destroy The Usos — the Attitude Era-style parking lot attack, the car destruction, and the Jey Uso pixelation controversy [8] Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker preview — why neither man appeared on Raw, Paul Heyman's promo, and the Bronson Reed X-factor prediction [9] Penta defeats Rey Fenix — the spectacular tournament final, the Mexican Destroyer finish, and the face-to-face with Roman Reigns [10] Are the Fatu's being held back? — Jacob Fatu's unhinged mic-cut promo, the fake WWE apology statement, Solo's direction, and why Zilla is "special" [11] Grayson Waller wins NXT Championship at Heat Wave — the Fatal 4-Way victory, the Baron Corbin comparison, and the NXT pay disparity [12] AEW Dynasty moves to February 2027 in Liverpool — Tony Khan's chess move, the WrestleMania Saudi Arabia void, and the MSG counter-programming [13] WWE's Magic City merchandise — the peach-with-a-thong hoodie, the $60 price tag, and why the company is "completely tone deaf" [14] Show outro — JD's House of Glory appearance Friday at the Globe Theater in Los Angeles LINKS: • WWE Raw Results: Keys/OTM attack Usos, Penta vs. Fenix • Penta Pins Rey Fenix, Set To Face Roman Reigns For World Heavyweight Title on 9/14 • Andrade El Idolo Wins Men's Casino Gauntlet Match At AEW All In • AEW Returns to UK for Dynasty 2027 in Liverpool • AEW All In: London Official Results • Grayson Waller Wins NXT Championship at Heat Wave • WWE Collaborates With Magic City For New Merchandise • Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker at Sunday Night's Main Event • AEW All In Post-Show Media Scrum Notes • Tony Khan Explains When Deal With New Level Came Together Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. 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It's September 1st, and that means football is officially here. The Coach, Mikey P, and Soupy open the show with one of the most emotional days on the NFL calendar: roster cutdown day . The guys react to the viral video of undrafted rookie QB Joe Fagnano making the Baltimore Ravens' 53-man roster and calling his parents to share the news. Soupy, a UConn guy, shares his pride in Fagnano's journey from undrafted free agent to QB3, and the guys discuss the brutal reality facing players who don't make the cut — including the former Seahawk who was working as a substitute teacher and getting his real estate license before getting a second chance. The Coach also shares the incredible story of PGA Tour pro Ben Griffin , who was working in financial services six years ago before a random round of golf with a CEO changed his life — a reminder that sometimes it just takes one person believing in you. In Front Page News, the guys dive into the bombshell out of Westwood: UCLA fired athletic director Martin Jarmond after six years, citing a "significant financial deficit" that once reached $241 million and still sits at over $21 million. Jarmond is owed $6.5 million on his way out, and former Lakers executive Tim Harris will take over as interim AD. The guys debate whether this is a cautionary tale for the NIL era, why football is the only sport that truly subsidizes athletic departments, and why paying coaches who are no longer at the school is crippling programs across the country. The conversation takes a lighter turn with Naomi Osaka's show-stopping US Open entrance , where the two-time champion paid tribute to Allen Iverson with a custom hooded gown and cornrows styled by Law Roach. The guys are split on whether the fashion statement adds to her aura or should be saved for after the match — but they all agree she's thinking about her brand within the brand. Finally, it's the AFC South preview. Soupy and The Coach are riding with Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars , the third-youngest team in the league with an elite pass rush and a chip on their shoulder after last year's playoff loss to the Bills. Mikey P is planting his flag with Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans , who added Robert Saleh as head coach, Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator, and rookie wideout Carnell Tate. The guys also debate whether Daniel Jones can bounce back from his Achilles injury for the Colts , and why this is a make-or-break season for C.J. Stroud in Houston — if he doesn't step up, the Texans could look to reset at quarterback despite their elite defense. TIMESTAMPS: • [0:00] Welcome to September — countdown to kickoff continues, 8 days until NFL season • [2:30] NFL roster cutdown day: Joe Fagnano makes Ravens' 53-man roster , the emotional side of football, Ben Griffin's journey to the PGA Tour • [12:00] Front Page News: UCLA fires AD Martin Jarmond amid financial deficit , NIL era cautionary tale • [19:30] Naomi Osaka's Allen Iverson-inspired US Open outfit — fashion icon or too much? • [22:00] AFC South Preview: Jaguars , Texans , Colts , Titans BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Coach is back in the friendly confines after three weeks on the road, and he and Vince Russo have a loaded show. After announcing a new streamlined one-hour format (and a third weekly show coming this fall ), the guys dive headfirst into AEW All In: London — a show they both agree was one of the best pay-per-views AEW has ever produced. The conversation starts with the debut that shocked the wrestling world: The New Level. Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed, formerly The New Day, arrived at Wembley Stadium alongside Swerve Strickland and captured the AEW World Trios Championship in their very first match. Vince breaks down why Tony Khan's revelation that he "never planned or budgeted" for the signing is so illuminating, and why Xavier Woods' graceful answer about leaving WWE — "sometimes relationships just end" — should be the blueprint for every talent departure. The guys also debate whether adding Swerve to the group creates an issue with two three-person Black factions in AEW, and why The Hurt Syndicate's alliance with The Costco Guys and The Rizzler may have finally run its course. Then it's time for the main event: Will Ospreay's magical homecoming. From the career-retrospective entrance narrated by his mother and set to The Who's "Baba O'Riley," to the months-in-the-making custom robe, to kicking out of Kenny Omega's One-Winged Angel and hitting the most important Hidden Blade of his life — The Coach and Vince break down why this was a masterclass in big-fight presentation. Vince shares a story about interviewing an 18-year-old Ospreay in England and knowing even then that the kid "got it." The guys also discuss Ospreay's emotional post-match press conference, where he fought back tears when asked what his 16-year-old self would think of the moment. The show wraps with two WWE stories: Ric Flair's claim that a missing gold robe has a $200,000 offer on the table (and his threat to personally come after whoever has it), and CM Punk's off-air promo in Cleveland where he put over Johnny Gargano but took what Vince believes was a direct shot at Triple H and WWE creative. Vince doesn't hold back on why he thinks Punk's comments were out of line, and why he'd absolutely have a conversation with him if he were in Triple H's shoes. TIMESTAMPS: [1] Show intro — Coach's American Airlines travel nightmare, the move to Dallas, and the NEW one-hour format + third show announcement [2] The New Level debuts at AEW All In — Kofi Kingston & Austin Creed win the AEW World Trios Championship with Swerve Strickland in their first match [3] Tony Khan's revealing comments — "I never expected them to become free agents... I didn't budget for it" — and why the 90-day non-compete period feels like 90 months [4] Xavier Woods' perfect answer on leaving WWE — "Sometimes relationships just end" — and why 10 years in WWE is an incredible run [5] The Hurt Syndicate, The Costco Guys & The Rizzler — Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin team with Big Boom AJ, and The Rizzler presents a $50,000 check [6] Britt Baker returns to AEW after nearly two years — the black hoodie reveal, helping Persephone win the TBS Championship, and why sitting on the bench that long is "miserable" [7] Will Ospreay's magical entrance — the career retrospective walk, his mother's narration, the clunky robe moment, and why the presentation was a masterclass [8] Ospreay defeats Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship — kicking out of the One-Winged Angel, the Hidden Blade finish, and the emotional press conference moment [9] Ric Flair's missing $200K gold robe — The Nature Boy threatens legal action and says he'll "personally make the trip" to get it back [10] CM Punk's controversial promo on Johnny Gargano in Cleveland — why Vince thinks it was a direct shot at Triple H and WWE creative [11] Super Chat Q&A — Kevin Owens injury update, WWE at the Las Vegas Sphere, fantasy booking Kane's title reign, the TNA power driver controversy, and more LINKS: • AEW All In: London Official Results • Tony Khan Explains When Deal With New Level Came Together • Britt Baker Sends Message to Fans After AEW All In Return • Ric Flair Says $200K Offer Is on the Table for Missing Gold Robe • WWE SmackDown Spoilers From 8/28 Taping in Cleveland • AEW All In Post-Show Media Scrum Notes Behind The Turnbuckle delivers the best in pro wrestling coverage, news, and analysis. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@behindtheturnbuckle Instagram: @behindtheturnbuckle Twitter/X: @behindthebuckle #BehindTheTurnbuckle #ProWrestling #WWE #AEW #Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Pendleton sits in for The Coach on a jam-packed Monday edition of Coach and Company, and there's no easing into the week — Aaron Donald is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year, $20 million deal worth up to $30 million with incentives . Mike admits he was wrong about Donald staying retired and debates with Brandon Combs whether the 10-time Pro Bowler can still dominate at 35 after two years on the couch. The guys also discuss the Rams' all-in mentality with Matthew Stafford's window closing, Sean McVay's future, and why this season is Super Bowl or bust in Los Angeles. The conversation shifts to the Green Bay Packers' nightmare scenario , as running back Josh Jacobs was placed on the commissioner's exempt list amid domestic violence charges. With Micah Parsons already sidelined, Brandon explains why the Packers could be buried in the NFC North race before Week 1 even kicks off — and why the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions stand to benefit. In the Weekend Rewind, the guys recap Bill Belichick and North Carolina's 15-10 upset win over TCU in Dublin, Ireland — the biggest signature win of Belichick's collegiate career — and debate whether the international college football games are worth keeping. Brandon also breaks down Memphis' 27-21 comeback win over UNLV and why he believes the Tigers have a real shot at crashing the College Football Playoff as a Group of Six team. Finally, it's the AFC North division preview. Brandon makes the case for the Baltimore Ravens as a 13-14 win team with Lamar Jackson chasing a third MVP, while Mike is all-in on the Cincinnati Bengals as a Super Bowl contender with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and newly acquired defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. The guys also explain why they're selling the Pittsburgh Steelers in Aaron Rodgers' final season and why the Cleveland Browns are already in the running for the No. 1 overall pick in 2027. TIMESTAMPS: • [0:00] Welcome & Monday housekeeping — Coach and Bro at 3 PM ET, The Last Word after Raw • [2:15] Aaron Donald unretires, signs 1-year/$20M deal with Rams — Mike eats crow, Rams' Super Bowl window, McVay's future • [10:30] Josh Jacobs placed on commissioner's exempt list — Packers' season in jeopardy, NFC North fallout • [15:45] Weekend Rewind: Belichick's UNC beats TCU in Dublin , Memphis rallies past UNLV • [21:00] AFC North Preview: Ravens , Bengals , Steelers , Browns BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @Coachandcompany #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.