Little of Column A, Little of Column B

Will Alimonos
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Little Column A, Little Column B was created on Sunday October 11, 2015 by Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop. The podcast consists of current sport topics, both professional and amateur, current media entertainment and other pop culture events.

  1. 2d ago

    Patriots Rolling, College Football Playoff Debate & NBA Season Predictions

    Good afternoon — October 19, 2026. Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop return for a packed episode of Little Column A, Little Column B, covering NFL Week 7 reactions and picks, college football upsets, and a full preview of the upcoming NBA season. The episode opens with a look back at the NFL weekend, including the Patriots' latest victory, frustrating betting results, A.J. Brown's struggles, and New England's upcoming short-week matchup against Chicago. Will and Zach debate whether the Patriots can maintain their momentum, how injuries could affect their preparation, and which teams are beginning to separate themselves from the pack. From there, the guys work through the NFL slate with game-by-game predictions and betting angles. They revisit Pittsburgh's questionable late-game coaching decisions before previewing Steelers-Saints in Paris, Falcons-49ers, Ravens-Bengals, Packers-Lions, Chiefs-Seahawks, and Cowboys-Eagles on Monday night. Along the way, they discuss the Browns and Titans exceeding expectations, the Jets and Dolphins searching for answers, Jalen Hurts' health concerns, and whether the Raiders can capitalize against the Rams. Will and Zach also share their bets of the week, including a Steelers-Saints under 44.5 and Will's Detroit over 52.5 parlay featuring Jahmyr Gibbs. College football takes center stage next as the hosts recap another unpredictable weekend featuring major upsets, Auburn's shocking victory over Georgia, Texas' continued struggles, and BYU nearly taking down Notre Dame. They question Florida's legitimacy, examine the biggest upcoming matchups, and debate the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff expansion. Would a larger playoff create more excitement, or diminish the importance of regular-season games? With the NBA season tipping off, Will and Zach shift into their annual basketball preview. They discuss Boston's promising preseason under Joe Mazzulla, LeBron James' surprising move to Philadelphia, LaMelo Ball joining Minnesota, and how those changes could reshape the league. The guys identify their favorite League Pass teams, potential beautiful disasters, and players and coaches facing make-or-break seasons. The NBA discussion continues with playoff predictions, sleeping giants, and win-total over/unders for teams including Brooklyn, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Indiana, and more. Will and Zach debate which teams could unexpectedly reach the postseason and which contenders might fall short of expectations. Finally, the hosts reveal their NBA Finals predictions, with one backing Oklahoma City over Boston and the other selecting San Antonio over Philadelphia. They also make their picks for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and Coach of the Year before discussing the pressure facing Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Dončić, Zion Williamson, and several other major names. From NFL betting picks and college football surprises to bold NBA predictions, this episode has everything you need heading into another busy week of sports. Timecodes: (00:00:27) Fall Sports and Basketball Season Arrive (00:05:40) Patriots Face a Short-Week Test (00:09:06) Steelers' Risky Finish and Paris Matchup (00:14:11) Falcons Take On the 49ers (00:15:08) Browns and Titans Defy Expectations (00:18:46) Vikings Host the Struggling Colts (00:19:13) Jets and Dolphins Search for a Win (00:20:40) Panthers, Buccaneers, and Hurts' Health Scare (00:24:58) Ravens Look to Rebound Against Cincinnati (00:27:03) Texans Meet the Unpredictable Giants (00:29:59) Broncos and Cardinals Head for a Showdown (00:31:17) Packers-Lions: A Test of Faith (00:33:40) Raiders See Opportunity Against the Rams (00:35:45) Chiefs Visit Seattle (00:37:10) Cowboys-Eagles Amid a Difficult Week (00:39:49) NFL Bets of the Week (00:40:11) College Football's Chaotic Weekend (00:43:04) Notre Dame's Fumble and Missed Opportunity (00:44:19) Is Florida Any Good? (00:46:18) College Football Playoff Expansion Debate (00:50:24) What's Next in College Football? (00:51:21) Basketball Season Begins (00:53:04) New Teams, New Chapters (00:58:46) League Pass Darlings and Beautiful Disasters (01:04:57) Players and Coaches on the Hot Seat (01:08:04) Who Crashes the Playoff Party? (01:10:24) Searching for a Sleeping Giant (01:15:57) Over-Under Win Predictions (01:25:05) NBA Finals Picks (01:29:26) Award Predictions (01:32:40) Giannis, Luka, and Zion Under Pressure (01:36:09) The Lakers, Walker Kessler, and Bronny (01:37:48) How Will Jalen Brown Fare in Philly?

  2. Oct 12

    Drake May’s Resurgence, Boneheaded Coaching, and Wild NFL Week

    Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop are back for another packed episode of Little of Column A, Little of Column B, breaking down the biggest stories across the NFL, college football, college basketball, and NBA. NFL Week Recap, Coaching Disasters & Weekly Picks The guys kick things off with New England's offensive explosion, led by Drake Maye's five-touchdown performance. Is this the breakout Patriots fans have been waiting for, or will injuries and defensive struggles hold them back? From there, it's a breakdown of the weekend's biggest coaching blunders, including the Commanders' disastrous clock management, questionable fourth-down decisions, Jacksonville's London chaos, and Philadelphia's continued struggles. Will and Zach work through the upcoming NFL slate, debating contenders, pretenders, and their favorite picks. Highlights include Seahawks-Broncos, Bears-Falcons, Ravens-Browns, Patriots-Jets, Chiefs-Chargers, and Bills-Raiders. Will reveals his bet of the week: Bears -3.5, while the guys discuss betting strategies, live wagers, and lessons from another unpredictable NFL weekend. College Football Chaos & College Basketball Rankings The conversation shifts to college football, featuring the Georgia-Alabama thriller, Kentucky's upset of LSU, Alabama's outlook, and the biggest upcoming ranked matchups. With college basketball approaching, the guys dive into the preseason KenPom rankings, AP poll discussions, and expectations for programs like Kentucky and Michigan State. NBA Preseason, Knicks Drama & Superstar Storylines The episode wraps up with NBA preseason headlines, including Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks' contract situation, LeBron James and Joel Embiid rumors, Kyrie Irving's future in Dallas, and Tyrese Haliburton's return. Plus, a preview of the upcoming NBA season and a tease of next episode's full NBA breakdown! Episode Chapters (00:00:28) Patriots Catch Fire (00:07:04) Commanders Clock Blunder (00:15:41) Seahawks-Broncos Preview (00:18:13) Jaguars London Chaos (00:23:44) Bears-Falcons Breakdown (00:29:07) Ravens Get Right (00:32:44) Patriots, Jets, and Injuries (00:34:02) Saints-Giants Mayhem (00:35:34) Eagles Feel Unwatchable (00:38:09) Steelers at Buccaneers (00:39:12) Rams Over Cardinals (00:39:45) Chiefs Crush Chargers (00:44:51) Bills-Raiders Debate (00:46:19) Cowboys Fade Again (00:48:20) Niners Top Commanders (00:51:52) Georgia-Alabama Thriller (00:56:09) Kentucky Upsets LSU (00:58:19) Big Week Ahead (00:59:51) College Basketball Buzz (01:07:21) Knicks Contract Rumors (01:10:37) LeBron-Embiid Gossip (01:12:57) Kyrie's Next Move Subscribe to A Little of Column A, A Little of Column B for weekly NFL picks, NBA analysis, college sports coverage, and unfiltered sports debates. Follow the show and Zach on social media, and join us next episode for our NBA season preview!

  3. Oct 5

    Patriots Statement Win, NFL Picks & College Football Matchups

    Good afternoon — October 5, 2026. Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop break down a packed Monday episode following the Patriots’ surprising road win in Buffalo. The show opens with a full recap of New England’s upset victory, including encouraging flashes from Drake Maye, Chisholm’s spectacular catch, a bizarre fluke interception and an aggressive late-game approach that paid off on fourth down. Will and Zach debate whether the performance represents a genuine turning point for the Patriots or simply a favorable matchup, while also digging into some of the strange officiating moments that defined the game. From there, the guys work through their weekly NFL picks and betting plays. Will rolls with a parlay featuring Jalen Daniels over 41.5 rushing yards and CeeDee Lamb over 81.5 receiving yards, while Zach goes contrarian with Philadelphia-Jacksonville under 42.5 in London. They recap the latest movement in their friendly picks competition and preview Cowboys-Buccaneers, Eagles-Jaguars, Texans-Titans, Bengals-Dolphins, Raiders-Patriots, Vikings-Saints and more. The NFL discussion continues with a potential Raiders trap game for New England, the Vikings’ surging defense, questions surrounding the Jets and Browns, the Giants showing signs of life, Chicago’s quarterback situation and another potential Chargers letdown. They also examine Detroit’s defensive problems, 49ers-Seahawks, Lamar Jackson’s high-ankle injury concerns and the potential for fireworks when the Rams meet the Bills. College football gets a quick roundup as Will and Zach revisit notable upsets and disappointing performances from Florida, Iowa and Mississippi State before looking ahead to Texas-Oklahoma, UCLA-Oregon and a massive Georgia-Alabama showdown. They debate which ranked programs are trending in the right direction and which could be vulnerable coming off emotional games. The episode closes with NBA preseason talk, including early results, Jalen Duren’s new deal, contract drama and some unusual training-camp decisions. The guys discuss the Celtics holding camp at The Citadel, potential chemistry and injury concerns, and what the early preseason developments could mean once the regular season arrives. Subscribe to Little Column A, Little Column B for weekly NFL picks, betting talk, college football, NBA coverage and more, and follow Zach on X at WickedZman24 for show updates. Timecodes: (00:00:30) Buffalo Upset Buzz (00:03:25) Aggressive Play Calling (00:07:40) Thursday Night Picks (00:11:26) London Jags Test (00:14:50) Winless Team Showdown (00:16:12) Bengals Need Response (00:18:12) Raiders Trap Game (00:24:48) Vikings Defense Rolls (00:26:54) Jets and Browns (00:29:22) Colts-Steelers Preview (00:30:42) Giants Are Back (00:32:06) Bears Quarterback Shuffle (00:35:14) Chargers Letdown Syndrome (00:38:09) Lions Defense Woes (00:39:25) Niners Vs Seahawks (00:40:24) Lamar Injury Concerns (00:42:42) Rams-Bills Shootout (00:45:38) College Upsets Recap (00:47:46) Big College Matchups (00:48:22) NBA Preseason Talk (00:51:14) Knicks Contract Drama

  4. Sep 30

    Patriots Panic, Week 4 Picks & College Football Upsets

    Good afternoon — December 29, 2026. Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop break down a wild sports weekend and preview Week 4 of the NFL. The episode opens with a frank Patriots postmortem as Will finds himself living “in a deep hole” over Drake Maye’s startling downturn. The guys dig into New England’s offensive miscues, turnovers and penalties, whether a more conservative game-manager approach could help, and if turning to Tommy DeVito should even be on the table. Will also reveals his season-emotion parlay — Drake Maye and Josh Allen to each throw an interception (+239) — and explains why he’s shifted to rooting for the defense. From there, Will and Zach work through their Week 4 NFL picks and betting angles, highlighting Steelers-Browns, Colts-Commanders, Patriots-Bills, Chiefs-Raiders and more. They debate which teams are legitimate, which might be fool’s gold, and whether some of the league’s early surprises can continue. They also revisit Thursday night disappointments, the Jets and Bears chaos, Jaguars-Bengals, Rams-Eagles, and the Cowboys-Texans collapse, including the coaching and clock-management decisions that helped shape the weekend. Zach adds one of his more confident bets of the week with Colts -3.5. The conversation shifts to the NBA and Media Day drama, including the Jalen Duren contract standoff and its potential fallout, the Clippers’ latest injury problems with Brandon Ingram and Bradley Beal, and fresh discussion surrounding a potential $12–15 billion Las Vegas expansion franchise. Will and Zach look at what those developments could mean for rosters, contracts and the league’s future. Then it’s on to a chaotic college football weekend. The guys recap Iowa over Michigan, Florida’s dominant performance against Ole Miss, LSU’s bounce-back and the resulting playoff-picture shakeups before looking ahead to Alabama-Mississippi State, Ohio State-Iowa and Florida-Missouri. The episode wraps with quick hits from around the sports world, including college basketball, NHL, WNBA and MLB notes, plus one of the stranger promotions they’ve encountered: UCF’s Hot Dog Club and its unlimited-hot-dog offering. Through it all, Will and Zach consider how fans survive the rough stretches — whether that means finding a betting angle, lowering expectations or simply hoping your team can lose by fewer than 10. Timecodes: (00:05:30) Drake May Breakdown (00:11:15) Weekly NFL Picks (00:22:36) Jets And Bears Chaos (00:26:49) Jags Versus Bengals (00:30:51) Rams And Eagles Clash (00:33:48) Packers, Bucs, And Bad Thursdays (00:36:00) Cowboys Texans Collapse (00:41:24) NBA Media Day Drama (00:48:22) College Football Chaos (01:03:28) Hot Dog Club Wrap

  5. Sep 21

    QB Injuries Pile Up, Week 3 Bets & College Football Showdowns

    Good afternoon — it’s September 21, 2026. Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop run through a wide-ranging episode that opens on the weekend’s injury carousel, with a focus on young quarterbacks getting hurt (Caleb Williams and others), the ripple effects for teams like the Bears and Patriots, and the sudden spotlight on backup QBs and unexpected spark plugs. The guys break down a grim NFL injury report and debate whether teams can survive without their starters. They preview Thursday Night Football (Falcons at Packers) and make a case that it could be unwatchable television, discuss the Chargers’ meltdown (turnovers, coaching vs. Justin Herbert responsibility) ahead of a daunting trip to Buffalo, and assess other key matchups — Panthers-Browns, Jets-Lions, Colts-Texans, Chiefs-Dolphins and more — with quick takes and straight-up picks for the week. Betting and fantasy highlights: Will locks in a big spread play (Dolphins +10.5) while Zach trots out a three-team moneyline parlay (New England, Seattle, Kansas City). They recap their wins and losses from last week’s official picks and parlays, argue about what counts as a moral victory, and trade barbs about whose gambling ledger is healthier. College football coverage includes a review of the week’s wild moments — Ole Miss defeating LSU, the “Arch Manning” comeback storyline, and Will’s in-person account of Notre Dame vs. Michigan State (including a long rain delay and stadium atmosphere). They round up the can't-miss slate for the coming Saturday (Texas @ Tennessee, Ole Miss @ Florida, Iowa @ Michigan, Texas A&M @ LSU, Oregon @ USC and more) and offer viewing tips for a full football weekend. The episode also wanders into sports-culture items: the NBA’s Atlanta singles-night promotion, a quirky Patriots parking incentive that pays fans to delay leaving the lot, and other human-interest sidelines that make the week feel bigger than the scoreboard. The show closes with reminders to subscribe and follow the hosts for more weekly takes, betting updates, and timely reactions to the evolving season. Timecodes (00:00:30) Injury Woes Hit Early (00:03:40) Thursday Night Disaster (00:11:42) Chargers Crisis Deepens (00:15:40) Panthers and Browns Bounce (00:18:15) Jets, Lions and Upsets (00:19:49) Colts Look Balanced (00:21:59) Chiefs Back in Form (00:24:54) Titans Can’t Finish (00:28:31) Bengals Still Fraying (00:32:43) Seahawks Keep Rolling (00:34:30) Patriots Defense Wins (00:38:07) Rams Injury Concerns (00:39:56) Vikings Trust Returns (00:42:06) Ravens Rebound Needed (00:44:49) Saints Join the Party (00:46:18) Rams or Broncos? (00:48:21) Bears Upset Philly (00:50:09) Weekly Bets Locked In (00:51:00) College Football Heat (01:00:02) Hawks Singles Night

  6. Sep 14

    Week 1 Winners and Losers, Patriots Problems & Kawhi Finally Traded

    Good afternoon — September 14, 2026. Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop return to Little Column A, Little Column B with NFL Week 1 reactions, Week 2 picks, college football talk, and updates from around basketball. With Week 1 nearly in the books, Will and Zach break down which NFL teams impressed them most, the importance of offensive pace, and some of the weekend’s biggest surprises. They revisit Detroit’s thriller against New Orleans and the controversial Jared Goff incomplete-pass ruling before moving through the Week 2 schedule. The guys debate whether Carolina can take advantage of Atlanta’s quarterback problems, react to Minnesota’s comeback against Green Bay and Chicago’s explosive offense, and discuss whether Philadelphia can continue winning despite an uninspiring attack. Then things get personal with the Patriots: Zach tries to calm Will down after New England’s frustrating loss to Seattle, while Will worries that Drake Maye and the offense are showing too many of the same problems as last season. The picks continue with Will putting his faith in the Jets, Zach locking in Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay, and both hosts weighing Derrick Henry’s huge opening performance, Baltimore’s potential, Houston-Cincinnati, Jacksonville’s fast start, and the Chargers’ disastrous Week 1 showing. They also react to the Giants surprising Dallas, debate whether New York can carry that momentum against the Rams, and discuss whether San Francisco’s Australia trip could have lingering effects. Will and Zach give their bets of the week before turning to college football, including Texas’ comeback against Ohio State and the upcoming schedule featuring Houston-Texas Tech, SMU-Louisville, and Lane Kiffin returning to Ole Miss with LSU. The episode closes with basketball and media talk. The hosts discuss the women’s FIBA championship competing for attention during a packed NFL Sunday, RedZone’s increasingly frustrating commercial breaks, and the latest developments in the Kawhi Leonard saga, including his trade from the Clippers to Toronto and Steve Ballmer’s response to the NBA’s punishment. Timecodes: (00:00:31) Week One Kickoff (00:02:01) Best Teams And Pace (00:04:07) Bills-Saints Debate (00:12:44) Falcons Quarterback Trouble (00:16:24) Bears And Packers Reactions (00:19:58) Eagles And Steelers Preview (00:28:56) Jets And Baker Locks (00:33:24) Ravens And Texans Preview (00:36:07) Jaguars Chargers Breakdown (00:40:53) Cowboys And Giants Shock (00:47:34) Rams Travel Concerns (00:49:15) Bets, College, And Media (00:56:51) FIBA And NBA Notes

  7. Sep 7

    NBA Scandal Fallout & Our NFL Week 1 Picks

    On September 7, 2026, hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop break down a week of wild sports news on A Little Column A, A Little Column B. The episode opens with an in-depth discussion of the NBA investigation into the Clippers, the punishments handed down, and whether the penalties — fines, draft pick losses and bans — fit the scale of the alleged offenses. Will and Zach debate Kawhi Leonard’s light financial penalty and lack of suspension, the role of Uncle Dennis, Steve Ballmer’s reputation damage, and the long road of the league’s inquiry, with references to Pablo Torre’s reporting and comparisons to other high-profile league probes. The hosts explore the broader implications for the NBA: who really bears responsibility inside organizations, how the players’ union constrains discipline, and whether the Clippers — stripped of picks and forced to rebuild — can recover. They unpack the idea of vacated wins or stripped banners, the limits of commissioner authority, and why Willie suspects there’s more to come in this saga. Switching gears to the NFL, Willie and Zach preview Week 1 with game-by-game takes and a few bold bets. Highlights include Patriots at Seahawks (Willie’s under/defense angle), the international 49ers–Rams matchup in Australia and each team’s travel strategy, Bengals–Buccaneers, Broncos–Chiefs on Monday Night, and a number of other picks across the slate. They explain their reasoning on key matchups, discuss pick’em and betting parlays, and outline the stakes for teams and quarterbacks in Week 1. The conversation then covers college football drama: the controversial game-clock discrepancy that cost Michigan and sparked storming-the-field debate, UMass’s upset over Rutgers, the SEC’s perfect opening weekend, and how early-season anomalies set the tone for fall Saturdays. Willie and Zach argue about whether storming the field is ever justified and preview marquee upcoming matchups like Oklahoma at Michigan and Ohio State at Texas. Rounding out the show, the hosts touch on side stories that kept the headlines buzzing — most notably Ben Simmons signing with the Sacramento Kings — and muse about the entertainment value of offseason comebacks, NIL-style deals, and the personalities who drive sports coverage. They close with reminders about their weekly pick’em league, how listeners can follow along, and a tease that more developments in the Clippers investigation may still surface. Chapters (00:00:38) Clippers Punishment Fallout (00:05:26) Can Kawhi Escape Scandal? (00:07:21) Clippers Future in Ruins (00:10:33) Ballmer’s Stain Remains (00:16:04) Vacated Wins and Titles (00:23:11) Week One Picks Begin (00:30:05) Australia Travel Strategy (00:37:14) Early Season Matchups (00:41:16) Tua Debut, Bears Buzz (00:45:08) Trap Games and Upsets (00:48:14) Eagles Lock of the Week (00:50:15) Cardinals, Cowboys, Chiefs (00:53:22) Week One Bets (00:55:25) College Chaos Continues (00:59:31) UMass Shock and Bad Beats (01:03:20) College Football Weekend Ahead (01:04:15) Ben Simmons Returns

  8. Aug 31

    Football Is Back: Seattle on Top? Chiefs in Trouble? Breaking Down the NFL West

    Good afternoon — August 31, 2026. In this episode of Little Column A, Little Column B, hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop wrap up Week Zero and look ahead to college football Week One, the NFL divisional landscape, and fantasy football strategies. They open with breaking news about the NCAA’s decision to retire "Week Zero" next season and explain why starting at "Week One" when games begin makes sense. They also ruminate on the embarrassing empty-seat images from USC’s recent opener and debate whether heat, timing, or apathy is to blame. The conversation moves to college football’s must-watch matchups for Labor Day weekend, including Clemson–LSU, Louisville–Ole Miss and SMU–Florida State, and the looming storyline around Kentucky–Missouri transfer Mark Mitchell. Will and Zach walk through the messy, state-by-state court rulings affecting eligibility, Mitchell’s decision to return to Missouri, and how these legal fights are reshaping roster expectations. On the NFL side, they preview the NFC West — anointing Seattle as the favorite while weighing the Rams’ splash moves with Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald’s return, the 49ers’ persistent injury questions, and Arizona’s outlook as the likely cellar-dweller. In the AFC West, they debate the Chiefs’ uncertainty following Patrick Mahomes’ injury, ponder the Chargers as a dark-horse pick, and discuss rookie QB Mendoza and the Raiders’ direction. Throughout the episode, Will and Zach give fantasy advice — who to draft, including Christian McCaffrey, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Kenneth Walker, and who to avoid, including Puka Nacua, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes in some formats. They also argue about strategy, injury risk, and upside picks like Brock Bowers and Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. They close with a tease for next week’s episode: a game-by-game NFL Week One picks show, plus bets and deeper analysis. Expect candid takes, heated debates, fantasy angles, and betting teasers as Will and Zach set the table for the 2026 college and NFL seasons. TIME CODES (00:00:26) Week Zero Madness (00:03:35) Empty Stadium Alarm (00:08:35) Week One Slate (00:11:16) Kentucky Case Update (00:18:42) NFC West Preview (00:25:44) Cardinals in Trouble (00:30:06) Fantasy Targets (00:37:53) AFC West Preview (00:44:08) Division Favorites (00:53:42) Week One Picks

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Little Column A, Little Column B was created on Sunday October 11, 2015 by Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop. The podcast consists of current sport topics, both professional and amateur, current media entertainment and other pop culture events.

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