On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry kicked it off covering college football preseason camps in Auburn and Alabama, with names like Jordan Crawford, Omar Manson II, and Elijah Melendez generating excitement. Barry cautioned against overreacting to early standouts, noting how five days into camp, the shine wears off for players while fan giddiness surges online. John pushed back slightly, calling the early optimism part of the cycle, even as he acknowledged the grind now sets in for athletes.
A broader conversation emerged around scrimmages and video leaks, as the hosts debated how access to footage—sometimes clandestinely shared—can fuel the hype machine or stir controversy, especially when analysts and assistants are watching closely.
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Barry reviewed Netflix’s “Any Given Saturday,” praising its gritty portrayal of SEC football and highlighting the standout presence of Shane Beamer and Brian Kelly. He urged fans to pace their viewing to avoid offseason burnout. CJ Duncan’s upcoming segment was teased as a chance to bring more insight from the player perspective. Meanwhile, John flagged the release of the full SEC men’s basketball schedule and transitioned to betting odds, where Southern Miss caught his attention.
With new leadership and Marshall’s former staff and quarterback in place, the Golden Eagles sit at a win total of 5.5, a number both hosts believe holds sneaky value. Mississippi State’s upcoming road games, including a 2027 trip to Troy, sparked curiosity about SEC scheduling motives, with John questioning why power programs are venturing to smaller in-state schools. On the NFL front, Barry praised small-market dominance, noting Kansas City, Buffalo, and Detroit have built consistent contenders despite TV executives’ wishes for larger markets like New York and LA to thrive.
