On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, John and Barry analyze the latest SEC basketball standings as Alabama and Auburn battle for top seeds in the NCAA Tournament, and much, much more!

With Auburn leading the SEC and Alabama tied for second with Florida, analysts debate whether both teams can secure No. 1 seeds based on quad one wins and net rankings. The discussion shifts to national media bias, with Phillip Marshall arguing that Duke receives disproportionate coverage from ESPN. Meanwhile, Alabama’s three-point-heavy offense remains a question mark heading into March Madness, and Auburn’s favorable schedule could solidify its postseason positioning. Guest analyst Travis Ryer breaks down Mark Sears’ impact for Alabama and previews their matchup against Mississippi State, with SEC tournament implications looming large.

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Beyond basketball, the hosts discuss college football’s ongoing transformation, as the SEC and Big Ten push for expanded College Football Playoff control. Speculation grows that conference championship games could become obsolete in favor of a new postseason format. ESPN’s decision to drop its MLB contract raises questions about the sport’s future in traditional media, while Amazon’s increasing investment in sports rights sparks concerns over the James Bond franchise’s direction. Additional topics include Alabama baseball’s comeback win over Ohio State, and Jacksonville’s planned stadium renovation forcing the Jaguars to relocate home games.