On Thursday’s show, Josh Appel discusses playing the new College Football Video Game on PS5 and shares his critiques. Solana interviews Eric Poms, CEO of the Orange Bowl Committee, about the expanded College Football Playoffs, hosting this year’s semifinals, and the impact on the community. Josh also has breaking news about Russell Westbrook. Solana talks to Georgia’s Head Football Coach Kirby Smart, reminiscing about his time as the Safeties Coach for the Miami Dolphins in 2006 and discussing the changes in Hard Rock Stadium and the College Football Playoff. Additionally, OKC Thunder’s forward Chet Holmgren shares his opinion on playing against the Heat in Miami. Solana chats with ESPN Reporter Andrea Adelson, touching on South Florida ties, the Florida State vs. ACC lawsuit, and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s comments. Finally, Appel and Dan Day debate Dak vs. Tua based on CBS Sports NFL QB Rankings and Tua’s resume for a new contract.

Solana interviews Super Bowl XLIV Champion Roman Harper, discussing his views on Hard Rock Stadium compared to its previous incarnation as Sun Life Stadium. Roman reflects on his experience during Super Bowl XLIV in Miami and shares post-victory memories. Additionally, he weighs in on Tua’s trajectory compared to Drew Brees and talks about his podcast, “Second Acts Podcast,” which explores life after football. Josh Appel covers Crowder’s Comedy event in Tampa, while pondering what he, Dan, and Jimmy would do with the Stanley Cup. Solana also interviews Super Bowl Champion Benjamin Watson, who shares SEC Media Day experiences, stories about Channing Crowder, and thoughts on the expanded College Football Playoff. Watson recalls playing against Tom Brady in the NFL and discusses his current role as an SEC contributor.