On today’s show of Longshore and McKnight, hosts John Longshore and Barry McKnight opened with a comical but pointed critique of Major League Baseball’s recent blunders, including a walk-off win via catcher’s interference in the Phillies-Red Sox game and a pitch clock strikeout after a batter fouled a ball into his groin—prompting questions about the league’s appeal to casual fans. Despite that chaos, the Braves’ 9–5 win over the Giants was noted as a positive, even though Atlanta was out-hit.
The hosts then shifted focus to Auburn’s recruiting momentum, highlighting the commitment of 4-star linebacker Jacquez Wilkes and a noticeable climb in national rankings, addressing critics who questioned Hugh Freeze’s plan. They also defended former coaches like Gene Chizik and Gus Malzahn, suggesting Auburn fans should show more appreciation for past success.
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In a wide-ranging interview, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) weighed in on sports and politics, asserting that Nick Saban is unlikely to return to college coaching and speculating that Bruce Pearl could pursue politics someday. Tuberville also discussed the push to revert the Washington Commanders’ name to “Redskins,” citing Native American support and fan sentiment.
The hosts later mocked Memphis’s failed $200 million bid to join the Big 12, comparing it to a rejected prom proposal, and criticized Auburn for continuing to avoid in-state football opponents like Troy, despite past upsets over Power 5 teams. The discussion concluded with pointed remarks about Alabama’s bold non-conference scheduling compared to Auburn’s, calling for more competitive and fan-friendly matchups.
