Balls & Banter

Drew Berquist

From big games to big headlines, Balls & Banter is where sports, entertainment, and the day’s wildest storylines collide. Hosted by former counterterrorism officer and sports junkie Drew Berquist, the show delivers fast-moving takes, sharp banter, and no-fluff analysis. It is heavy on football and major American sports, with a dash of news and culture when it’s too ridiculous (or too important) to ignore. It’s energetic, unfiltered, and built for fans who want laughs, real talk, and a host who doesn’t tiptoe around the truth. DISCLAIMER: Some elements of this podcast may include AI-generated content, such as cover thumbnail images, show descriptions and some background audio.

  1. FEB 17

    Daytona Mayhem, Olympic Chaos, Eligibility Court Wins & Tyreek Released

    Daytona Mayhem, Olympic Chaos, Eligibility Court Wins & Tyreek Released Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist  NEWS: https://DrewBerquist.com  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: Daytona military flyover hits https://x.com/TheChiefNerd/status/2023139726841294914?s=20 Marshawn Lynch seen throwing out beers at Daytona 500 https://x.com/TheChiefNerd/status/2023105846914498842?s=20 Tyler Reddick wins chaotic Daytona 500 https://www.airitoutbro.com/2026/02/tyler-reddick-edges-victory-at-daytona-500-after-turbulent-final-lap/ Daytona 500 Stats and figures https://x.com/NASCARInsights/status/2023192004780572921?s=20 3 Grand slams in one game (image of post and still video image) https://x.com/sportscenter/status/2022492332029816990?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Olympic Village runs out of condoms after 3 days https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/13/winter-olympic-village-runs-out-of-condoms-after-three-days-milano-cortina-2026 Trinidad Chambliss granted 6th year of eligibility in court https://x.com/espn/status/2022096655890203094?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Florida Gator Eugene Wilson III's alleged contract requests (Attached Image) Sacramento State to join MAC in 2026 for football only https://x.com/petethamel/status/2022859718960594983?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Top 10 college quarterbacks entering the season https://x.com/on3/status/2021615228736147795?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Michigan Basketball is the first major conference team to have 10 such wins through 25 games of a season since Duke (also 10) in 1998-99 https://x.com/OptaSTATS/status/2022773417489932585?s=20 Tyreek Hill to be released by Miami Dolphins https://x.com/NFL/status/2023436730733416579?s=20 Image Credit: © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images © Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 10m
  2. FEB 12

    Daytona Week, Olympic Shockers, Hardest CFB Schedules in 26', & Bama’s $33M Profit

    Balls and Banter is firing on all cylinders this week as we break down Daytona Week, the biggest Olympic shockers, and which college football programs are staring down the toughest schedules in 2026. Plus, we dive into Alabama’s jaw-dropping $33 million profit and what it says about the business of college football. Fast takes, bold opinions, and plenty of banter. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist  NEWS: https://DrewBerquist.com  Show Notes/Links: Olympic Medal Count so far discussion Norwegian cross country skier clocks sub 6 minute mile going uphill discussion U.S.Women's Hockey Team crushes Canada, 5-0 in prelims https://x.com/NBCOlympics/status/2021337694090166318?s=20 MTSU Offensive lineman Shallique Millz has been granted eligibility for an 11th season by the NCAA https://x.com/TheCUSACentel/status/2021053155010613645?s=20 On3 Ranks Top 10 hardest CFB schedules in 2026 https://x.com/On3/status/2021365908355056014?s=20 Top 50 Coaches in College Football https://x.com/CFBReport/status/2021346604306006405?s=20 Alabama posts $33 million profit, here is thee sport by sport breakdown https://x.com/mikerodak/status/2021599214493405336?s=20 Daytona 500 is this weekend, here is the schedule Thursday-Sunday https://x.com/RoCoWXSports/status/2021582607578812698?s=20 Image Credit: © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images © Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 20m
  3. FEB 5

    CFB Goes to Court, MrBeast’s $100M Bomb & Playoff Dates Go Insane | Balls & Banter

    CFB Goes to Court, MrBeast’s $100M Bomb & Playoff Dates Go Insane | Balls & Banter Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist  NEWS: https://DrewBerquist.com  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: Trinidad Chambliss going to court over eligibility https://www.outkick.com/sports/ole-miss-quarterback-trinidad-chambliss-lawsuit-ncaa-waiver-denial-joey-aguilar The New College Football Playoff Dates Are Crazy https://x.com/b1gduckenergyy/status/2018777967304884388?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Quarterfinals and Semifinals Playoff Dates for 26' and 27' Seasons https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2018762417358954805?s=20 YouTube influencer Mr. Beast tease $100 million to East Carolina football https://x.com/recruits_cfb/status/2019100993330241554?s=20 https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/mr-beast-teases-spending-100-million-to-build-college-football-powerhouse-11467018 Can the PAC-12 return to better standing, or does splitting up the Mountain West just make two Group of Five conferences instead of one? Miami (OH) is 23-0 in college basketball https://x.com/ESPNInsights/status/2018870829950370213?s=20 On 3 Lists Their Top CFB Teams of All Time, Who Is Missing? https://x.com/No3sports/status/2019431729149407730?s=20 Image Credit: © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 18m
  4. FEB 3

    Kid Rock, LT's Draft Day Binge, Another Hall of Fame Snub, & In-N-Out Stands Firm | Balls & Banter

    Kid Rock, LT's Draft Day Binge, Another Hall of Fame Snub, & In-N-Out Stands Firm | Balls & Banter Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est. SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquist  NEWS: https://DrewBerquist.com  #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls Show Notes/Links: TPUSA announces lineup for All American Halftime Show https://x.com/TPUSA/status/2018383935470784740?s=20   Puka Nacua takes his shot at Sydney Sweeney https://x.com/AsapPuka/status/2017416591324119160?s=20 Legendary pass rusher Lawrence Taylor said he does not remember being drafted by the New York Giants because he drank 41 Coors Lights Beers that day. https://x.com/MLFootball/status/2017779524172144884?s=20 Patriots Owner Robert Kraft denied first ballot hall of fame https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2018670375824175546?s=20 (full tweet and image) Lou Holtz famous quote https://x.com/showtimetate/status/2017849698036707473?s=46&t=uaL12_jzouHgBP9nzey-rg Florida Woman strikes in Target (picture) https://x.com/ClownWorld/status/2017846827094315488?s=20 In-n-Out Burger owner, Lynsi Snyder. refuses to remove bible verses from packaging https://x.com/1Nicdar/status/2017708837378396405?s=20 Image Credits: © Maggie Huber/Special to Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images © Mark Konezny-Imagn Images See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 4m

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From big games to big headlines, Balls & Banter is where sports, entertainment, and the day’s wildest storylines collide. Hosted by former counterterrorism officer and sports junkie Drew Berquist, the show delivers fast-moving takes, sharp banter, and no-fluff analysis. It is heavy on football and major American sports, with a dash of news and culture when it’s too ridiculous (or too important) to ignore. It’s energetic, unfiltered, and built for fans who want laughs, real talk, and a host who doesn’t tiptoe around the truth. DISCLAIMER: Some elements of this podcast may include AI-generated content, such as cover thumbnail images, show descriptions and some background audio.