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The Next Round with Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown & Lance Taylor is your daily destination for the latest in college football, the SEC, the NFL, and everything in between. This unfiltered sports podcast delivers bold takes, expert analysis, and candid conversations with the biggest names in sports. Whether you're looking for SEC football insights, college football predictions, or the latest on the NFL, The Next Round is where passionate fans and smart sports talk collide. Hosted by seasoned radio vets, Dunaway, Brown & LT bring decades of experience, humor, and deep insider access to every episode. Perfect for fans of: SEC Sports Podcasts College Football Shows Daily Sports News & Analysis NFL Talk & Betting Insights Sports Personalities & Athlete Interviews Regular segments include: Game previews & post-game breakdowns Picks, predictions & betting content Interviews with coaches, players & analysts Listener Q&A & pop culture crossover topics Stream on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. Watch us LIVE on YouTube every day from 9:00am-noon Subscribe now and never miss The Next Round of sports talk.  Visit our website, read our blog and watch us live at nextroundlive.com

  1. 11h ago

    Last Call | Why Is #5 Alabama a 6-Point UNDERDOG at LSU?!

    🔥 Is Alabama in serious trouble heading into Baton Rouge? The No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide are underdogs against No. 14 LSU, and the betting line is moving in the Tigers' favor! With College Football Playoff hopes hanging in the balance, can Kalen DeBoer's team overcome injuries, offensive line struggles, and the hostile environment of Death Valley? On this episode of Last Call, Mick Gillispie and former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker deliver their Alabama vs. LSU preview, SEC football predictions, betting analysis, and upset picks for a massive Week 10 college football weekend! 🏈 ALABAMA vs. LSU: IS THE CRIMSON TIDE IN TROUBLE? Alabama enters Saturday's showdown in Baton Rouge ranked No. 5 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, but LSU is favored by approximately six points after opening as a smaller favorite. Mick and Jake discuss: Why the Alabama-LSU betting line keeps moving toward Lane Kiffin's Tigers. Can quarterback Keelon Russell handle the pressure of Death Valley? Alabama's offensive line concerns and the impact of injuries to Ryan Coleman-Williams and center Racin Delgatty. How Alabama's defense can slow down LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt and Kiffin's explosive offense. Is Alabama overrated at No. 5 in the CFP rankings? How much pressure is on Kalen DeBoer, and could another loss threaten Alabama's playoff chances? Jake Coker's perspective on playing in hostile SEC environments. 🔥 SEC WEEK 10 PICKS, PREDICTIONS & UPSET ALERTS It's a loaded weekend across the Southeastern Conference, and the guys break down the biggest matchups! 🏈 No. 7 Texas at No. 18 Missouri: Arch Manning and the Longhorns enter as road favorites against a dangerous Missouri team. 🏈 Arkansas at Auburn: Can Alex Golesh's Tigers take care of business as double-digit favorites? 🏈 Texas A&M at No. 21 South Carolina: Can the Gamecocks defend their home field? 🏈 No. 6 Kentucky at No. 13 Tennessee: Can Kentucky pull off a major road upset in Knoxville? 🏈 No. 2 Georgia at No. 10 Ole Miss: Can Pete Golding's Rebels shock Kirby Smart's Bulldogs? Mick and Jake BOTH pick Ole Miss to pull the upset! 🏈 Oklahoma at No. 24 Florida: The Sooners enter with a new offensive play-caller after firing coordinator Ben Arbuckle. Can Jason Witten get Oklahoma's offense going? From Alabama's playoff future to Georgia's upset risk and the biggest SEC betting lines, this episode has everything college football fans need before Saturday's showdown-packed schedule. Subscribe for more Alabama football coverage, SEC predictions, college football analysis, and Last Call with Mick Gillispie and Jake Coker! Presented with support from Pearl River Resort, Patriot Roofing and Builders, and Residence Inn by Marriott Ocean City. #AlabamaFootball #LSUFootball #AlabamaVsLSU #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #SEC #GeorgiaFootball #OleMissFootball #JakeCoker #TheNextRound #LastCall SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 14h ago

    Who Has the QB Edge? Aaron Murray Breaks Down Alabama–LSU & Texas–Mizzou

    What’s wrong with Alabama’s offense? Can Georgia survive its closing stretch? SEC Network analyst and the SEC’s all-time leading passer Aaron Murray joins The Next Round to break down major SEC quarterback matchups, Oklahoma’s playcalling change and an injury concern for Miami. With Alabama vs. LSU approaching, Murray examines the Crimson Tide’s recent offensive struggles and what needs to change. Who has the quarterback advantage: Alabama’s Keelon Russell or LSU’s Sam Leavitt? We also preview Texas vs. Missouri in Columbia and debate Arch Manning vs. Austin Simmons in another crucial SEC showdown. Plus, we discuss Jason Witten taking over as Oklahoma’s playcaller ahead of Oklahoma vs. Florida, Tramell Jones getting the start at quarterback for the Gators, and Georgia’s tricky final four games of the regular season—starting with a trip to Oxford to face Ole Miss. How could Malachi Toney’s injury affect Miami’s offense and College Football Playoff hopes? In this college football interview: 🏈 Oklahoma vs. Florida: Jason Witten’s impact as playcaller 🏈 What Tramell Jones brings to the Gators’ offense 🏈 Alabama football: What’s behind the recent offensive struggles? 🏈 Alabama vs. LSU: Keelon Russell or Sam Leavitt? 🏈 Texas vs. Missouri: Arch Manning or Austin Simmons? 🏈 Georgia vs. Ole Miss and the Bulldogs’ challenging closing stretch 🏈 Miami football: The impact of Malachi Toney’s injury Who gets your vote in these SEC quarterback matchups—and which contender faces the toughest road ahead? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Like this video and SUBSCRIBE to The Next Round YouTube channel for college football analysis, SEC predictions, expert interviews and College Football Playoff discussion. Turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation! #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #Alabama #RollTide #LSU #GeauxTigers #Georgia #GoDawgs #OleMiss #HottyToddy #Texas #HookEm #Mizzou #BoomerSooner #GoGators #TheNextRound #CFB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 17h ago

    TNR 11/5/26 - Hour 4 | Auburn's Running Problem & Is Kentucky SEC CHAMPIONSHIP Bound?

    Is the Alabama-LSU rivalry coming to an end? Lane Kiffin has plenty to say about the Crimson Tide, Auburn fans want answers from Alex Golesh, and Kentucky is suddenly a legitimate SEC Championship contender! We're breaking down all the biggest stories in college football LIVE on The Next Round! 🏈 ALABAMA vs. LSU: LANE KIFFIN, RYAN COLEMAN-WILLIAMS & THE END OF AN ERA Is this the end of the Alabama-LSU rivalry as we know it? After meeting every season since 1964, the Crimson Tide and Tigers will no longer face each other annually under the SEC's new scheduling format. Kiffin isn't happy about losing one of college football's biggest traditions. What does this decision mean for the future of SEC football? 🏈 AUBURN FOOTBALL: WHERE ARE THE RUNNING BACKS? Auburn Tigers head coach Alex Golesh is facing serious questions about his offense! Following Auburn's 45-15 loss to Ole Miss, fans are wondering why running backs like Jeremiah Cobb aren't getting more opportunities. Golesh addresses the Tigers' struggling rushing attack, but is the problem offensive line play, play-calling, or the offensive philosophy itself? Can Auburn get its ground game going before facing Arkansas? 🏈 KENTUCKY FOOTBALL: SEC CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND?! Are the Kentucky Wildcats really on the verge of playing for an SEC Championship? First-year head coach Will Stein has Kentucky sitting at 7-1 overall and 5-1 in SEC play, tied with Georgia atop the conference standings! With crucial matchups against Tennessee, Florida, and Missouri looming, we examine Kentucky's path to Atlanta, its College Football Playoff hopes, and whether this incredible season can end with an SEC title. PLUS, LT's TRASH PRESENTED BY BUD LIGHT! 🔥 Join the conversation LIVE! Who wins Alabama vs. LSU? Should the SEC have protected this historic rivalry? What's wrong with Auburn's running game? And can Kentucky really win the SEC? SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 17h ago

    Alabama’s Biggest Concern vs. LSU? | Can Kentucky Keep Winning? | Roman Harper Weighs In

    Can Alabama protect Keelon Russell against LSU’s elite pass rush? SEC Network analyst and former Alabama and NFL safety Roman Harper joins The Next Round to preview Alabama at LSU, break down the biggest SEC football matchups and react to the College Football Playoff rankings. With the Crimson Tide and Tigers preparing for their final annual meeting under the SEC’s current scheduling format, Roman discusses what losing this yearly rivalry means. Has Alabama’s secondary been a disappointment? How difficult will LSU playmakers Jackson Harris and Trey’Dez Green be to defend? And can Bama’s offensive line give Russell enough time to succeed in Baton Rouge? We also cover: 🏈 Texas at Missouri: A banged-up Texas Longhorns team faces a tough road test against the Missouri Tigers. How concerned should Texas fans be? 🏈 Kentucky at Tennessee: How much better could the Tennessee Volunteers be with stronger quarterback play, and what makes the Kentucky Wildcats such a dangerous opponent? 🏈 Miami at Notre Dame: With superstar Miami wide receiver Malachi Toney sidelined following a Wednesday practice injury, how does the mentality change for Notre Dame’s defensive backs? Roman brings a former NFL safety’s perspective to preparing for a Hurricanes offense missing its biggest weapon. 🏈 College Football Playoff rankings: Roman weighs in on the CFP committee’s rankings and the playoff picture heading into a massive college football weekend. Who wins Alabama vs. LSU—and which team has the most to prove to the playoff committee? Drop your predictions in the comments! 👍 Like this video and subscribe to The Next Round for college football analysis, SEC previews, Alabama football, Auburn football, expert interviews and College Football Playoff reaction. Turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation! #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #AlabamaFootball #RollTide #LSU #GeauxTigers #Kentucky #BBN #Tennessee #GoVols #Miami #NotreDame #TheNextRound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 18h ago

    TNR on Sport & State 11/5/26 - Hour 2 | Alabama-LSU, Miami-ND & CFP CHAOS!

    Is this the BIGGEST regular-season weekend in College Football Playoff history?! The Next Round is LIVE as we break down a massive Saturday of college football, the latest CFP expansion debate, a potential SEC-Big Ten scheduling alliance, surprising quarterbacks driving Playoff contenders, and devastating injury news for the Miami Hurricanes! 🔥 JOEL KLATT REVEALS POTENTIAL SEC-BIG TEN SCHEDULING ALLIANCE FOX Sports college football analyst Joel Klatt says SEC and Big Ten scheduling agreements could follow an official expansion to a 24-team Playoff. Could we see more Alabama vs. Ohio State, Georgia vs. Michigan, and other heavyweight nonconference showdowns? Would this be a win for fans or another step toward the SEC and Big Ten dominating college football? ⭐ COLLEGE FOOTBALL'S BIGGEST QUARTERBACK SURPRISES Which quarterbacks have exceeded preseason expectations and put their teams in College Football Playoff contention? From Miami's Darian Mensah to Wake Forest's Gio Lopez and other breakout performers across the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, and Big 12, we discuss the signal-callers changing the national championship picture. 🏈 NFL UNIFORM GRADES: WHO LOOKS THE BEST? It's time to grade this weekend's NFL uniforms! From classic throwbacks to alternate jerseys and helmet combinations, we're ranking the best and worst looks around the league. Which NFL teams deserve an A+? SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 18h ago

    TNR on Sport & State 11/5/26 - Hour 1 | Biggest College Football Weekend EVER? Miami LOSES Malachi Toney!

    🏈 THE BIGGEST COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEKEND OF THE CFP ERA? The November 7 college football schedule features SEVEN matchups between teams ranked in the first College Football Playoff Top 25! Alabama at LSU, Miami at Notre Dame, Georgia at Ole Miss, BYU at Utah, Kentucky at Tennessee, Texas at Missouri, and Oregon at Ohio State headline an incredible weekend. Could this be the greatest regular-season Saturday of the CFP era? We revisit previous blockbuster college football weekends to see which ones delivered unforgettable upsets, instant classics, and Playoff-changing results. Will this weekend live up to the hype? 🚨 MIAMI LOSES MALACHI TONEY BEFORE NOTRE DAME SHOWDOWN Disaster strikes the Miami Hurricanes ahead of their huge matchup with Notre Dame! Star receiver Malachi Toney reportedly suffered a high ankle sprain and is expected to miss Saturday's game, with surgery planned. How will Miami's offense adjust without one of the nation's most explosive playmakers? Can the Hurricanes remain undefeated? 🏆 TONY PETITTI DEFENDS A 24-TEAM COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti believes expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams would make MORE regular-season games meaningful. With teams competing for Playoff spots, home-field advantage, and potential byes, does his argument make sense? Or would a bigger CFP field diminish the importance of college football's regular season? PLUS, Roman Harper joins the show! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 1d ago

    Alabama Too High! Notre Dame Screwed? | Brandon Marcello Reacts to CFP Rankings

    Is Alabama ranked too high? Did Notre Dame get screwed? CBS Sports’ Brandon Marcello joins The Next Round to break down the first College Football Playoff rankings, debate the committee’s biggest decisions, and preview some of this weekend’s biggest college football games! 🏆 College Football Playoff Rankings Reaction What did the CFP committee get right—and where did it miss? Brandon explains why he believes Alabama is too high and Notre Dame deserved better. We discuss the rankings debate and what it means for the college football playoff picture. 🏈 Miami at Notre Dame The Hurricanes head to South Bend for a marquee showdown with the Fighting Irish. We preview the matchup and discuss what’s at stake for both programs. 🔥 Alabama at LSU The Crimson Tide travels to Baton Rouge for a massive SEC matchup. Brandon helps us break down Alabama vs. LSU and the biggest questions heading into Saturday. ⚔️ BYU at Utah The Holy War takes center stage as the Cougars visit the Utes. We look ahead to this heated rivalry and another pivotal game on the college football schedule. From CFP rankings controversy to SEC football, Big 12 contenders, and the weekend’s must-watch matchups, get Brandon Marcello’s perspective on the stories driving college football. 👇 Who did the CFP committee get wrong? Is Alabama too high, and does Notre Dame deserve more respect? Drop your thoughts and game predictions in the comments! 👍 LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to The Next Round YouTube channel for more college football analysis, expert interviews, SEC discussion, and College Football Playoff debate. Turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation! #CollegeFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff #AlabamaFootball #NotreDame #LSU #LSUFootball #GeauxTigers #RollTide #BYU #Utah #OhioState #Buckeyes #TheNextRound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Next Round with Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown & Lance Taylor is your daily destination for the latest in college football, the SEC, the NFL, and everything in between. This unfiltered sports podcast delivers bold takes, expert analysis, and candid conversations with the biggest names in sports. Whether you're looking for SEC football insights, college football predictions, or the latest on the NFL, The Next Round is where passionate fans and smart sports talk collide. Hosted by seasoned radio vets, Dunaway, Brown & LT bring decades of experience, humor, and deep insider access to every episode. Perfect for fans of: SEC Sports Podcasts College Football Shows Daily Sports News & Analysis NFL Talk & Betting Insights Sports Personalities & Athlete Interviews Regular segments include: Game previews & post-game breakdowns Picks, predictions & betting content Interviews with coaches, players & analysts Listener Q&A & pop culture crossover topics Stream on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. Watch us LIVE on YouTube every day from 9:00am-noon Subscribe now and never miss The Next Round of sports talk.  Visit our website, read our blog and watch us live at nextroundlive.com

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