The Lion's Edge
488 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsBetMGM handicapping expert Chase Kiddy dives into sports betting every week with knowledgeable guests. We're talking college football, NFL, hoops, baseball, tennis and more, with lines provided by the BetMGM online sportsbook. Listen for betting strategies, weekly picks and thoughtful analysis.
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Episodes
Mike Leach: Accepting the Offer, Grenade Launcher, Nick Rolovich, Leaving a Job
January 17, 2020 01:56 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBMike Leach: John Cohen's trip to Florida to offer him the Mississippi State job, why he took the job, notifying Washington State, if he considers himself a grenade launcher, and more. Also, Andrew Doughty and Jason Churchill talk things that didn't get enough attention during the college football season and, in the wake of the Astros debacle, the most hated college football and college basketball teams.
Ed Orgeron Headlines Apology Tour, You're Wrong, Why Isn't NDSU in the FBS?
January 15, 2020 01:08 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBEd Orgeron deserves an apology (along with Justin Fuente, Pac-12 refs and more), and breaking down the future national championship potential for Ed Orgeron and LSU after Joe Burrow and Joe Brady's departure. And "You're Wrong" includes CFB complaints, kickoff time, targeting and more. And Sam Herder talks about North Dakota State's FBS picture. Why haven't Bison jumped to FBS? Will they? How good would they be?
Kirk Herbstreit & Chris Fowler on LSU-Clemson, Playoff Expansion, Urban Meyer, & More
January 08, 2020 00:19 - 43 minutes - 30 MBThis episode is the National Championship teleconference with Kirk Herbstreit and Chris Fowler, which ESPN kindly allowed High Motor to share in its entirety. Herbstreit and Fowler break down Clemson-LSU and Joe Burrow vs. Trevor Lawrence but also talk playoff expansion, Matt Rhule, Urban Meyer, why Michigan is so far behind Ohio State, and much more. Special thanks for ESPN's Derek Volner.
Mississippi State Candidates & Update, Baylor, You're Wrong
January 05, 2020 21:51 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBJoel Coleman (Starkville Daily News) on Joe Moorhead's firing and Mississippi State candidates. Why he believes Billy Napier is still a candidate (and his prediction) and why the Bulldogs could hire someone out of nowhere. And Chase Kiddy drops by for You're Wrong, a chat about Baylor (can they sustain success with or without Matt Rhule) and other nonsense.
Ari Temkin, Bill Bender: Riley, Rhule, Blown Call, Is the Big 12 Way Behind?
December 31, 2019 02:33 - 36 minutes - 25 MBAri Temkin (105.3 The Fan, Big 12 This Morning): Breaking down the NFL picture for Lincoln Riley and Matt Rhule. Will Riley get (and take) a Cowboys' offer? If Rhule leaves, could Jason Garrett be a candidate for Baylor? And was Oklahoma's ass-kicking part of a bigger problem for the Big 12 in championship quest? Bill Bender (The Sporting News): Blown fumble call, concern over explanation and replay system, would Ohio State have won? Is Trevor Lawrence somehow underrated?
CFB Teams Going in Wrong (and Right) Direction, Ranking Playoff QBs, JMU and NDSU in FBS
December 22, 2019 18:33 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBSteven Lassan (Athlon Sports): College football teams going in the right and wrong direction and ranking all 24 QBs in playoff history. Also, what's the dominating storyline one year from today? Chase Kiddy: If JMU and NDSU were in the FBS this season, how good would they be? Bowl eligible? 10-win teams? And attractive bowl game lines.
The 5 Plays That Built the 2019 College Football Playoff Field
December 12, 2019 01:44 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOf the tens of thousands of plays during the 2019 college football season, which five built the four-team College Football Playoff field more than any others? And if those plays had a different outcome, who would've made the playoff instead?
Next First-Time Playoff Team, 8-Team Playoff (Do You Want it More or Less After This Season?)
December 08, 2019 18:07 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBLSU became the 11th different team to make the College Football Playoff. With the Tigers off the board, who's the next first-time team to make the playoff? And after this season, do you want an 8-team playoff more or less than before the season?
Eddie George: Considering Transferring from Ohio State, Chase Young, Jim Harbaugh
December 04, 2019 03:03 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBEddie George talks about his college career, including his recruitment to Penn State, Ohio State and Virginia. Considering transferring from Ohio State, why Chase Young deserves the Heisman, and when NFL players are in it only for the money. Also: Jim Harbaugh, Urban Meyer, if he's ever been offered a coaching job, and his new movie, Another Version of You. Also: Chase Kiddy breaking down conference championship and FCS playoff lines.
Playoff Predictions, Baylor's Path, Mizzou Candidates
December 01, 2019 15:53 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBWeek 15 College Football Playoff Predictions: Can Oklahoma jump Utah? Where is Baylor ranked? And what is Baylor's path? Are they too far behind Georgia to pass them if Georgia loses a close game to LSU? Mizzou candidates after Barry Odom's dismissal: Who's the big fish? Is Willie Fritz the best option? Where does Mike Leach come into play? And in "You're Wrong:" Nebraska, ACC, Akron (seriously), and more.
Kirk Herbstreit: Playoff Scenarios, P.J. Fleck, Urban Meyer, Bob Stoops, Cheating
November 27, 2019 02:13 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBKirk Herbstreit on P.J. Fleck's future at Minnesota, playoff scenarios (is 12-1 Minnesota in?), and if Alabama is deserving of a top-5 spot. And he answers Hurry-Up questions: Is Urban Meyer back in 2020? Is Bob Stoops back? Will Herman ever led Texas to the playoff? Does the Big Ten regret adding Rutgers? If Rutgers is kicked out, who would they want? And betting expert Chase Kiddy on smartest Week 14 college football bets, including an "Empty the savings accounts!" play in the FCS.
Who Do YOU Want in the Playoff?, Tom Herman, Divisions Suck
November 24, 2019 13:59 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIf you wanted the Oregon loss, do you also want Alabama in the playoff? Do you want a Pac-12 team in the playoff? Do you want the four best teams? What do YOU want? Also: Playoff predictions, Tom Herman is not doing well, there's no need for divisions, and how can we punish teams for faking injuries?
Ryan Burns: Rankings Reaction, Fleck's Flag, Long-Term Expectations for Gophers
November 20, 2019 01:31 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBRyan Burns (247Sports) reacts to the Week 13 College Football Playoff Rankings: Is he surprised Minnesota is below Penn State? Is Minnesota guaranteed a spot if they go 12-1? Also, P.J. Fleck's penalty, the Gophers' QB situation, realistic long-term expectations and more. And Chase Kiddy on Week 13 odds, including Indiana-Michigan, Penn State-Ohio State and SEC Cupcake Week.
Playoff Rankings Predictions, Big 12 is Screwed, Who Would Replace Mike Norvell?
November 17, 2019 16:16 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBCollege Football Playoff Rankings predictions: What WILL happen and what SHOULD happen in the Week 13 Rankings. The Big 12 is in a terrible playoff spot, potential rule change after Iowa-Minnesota game, who would replace Mike Norvell at Memphis and more.
Mike DeCourcy: CFP is a Sham, Hardaway/Wiseman, Under-the-Radar CBB Teams
November 13, 2019 13:45 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBMike DeCourcy (Sporting News) talks College Football Playoff and college basketball: Why the CFP is a sham, and why Alabama shouldn't be No. 5. Under-the-radar college basketball teams to watch, and mid-major coaches. Also, Chase Kiddy with college football Week 12 betting preview: Minnesota-Iowa, rapid fire and more.
Ranking Predictions, You'll Be Pissed at Bama's Ranking, Dantonio Replacements
November 10, 2019 14:55 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBCollege Football Playoff Rankings predictions after Week 11: If the committee had Alabama No. 3, why would they drop much after a loss to (presumably) No. 1 LSU? Also, can Minnesota jump 10 spots? Does OU's near collapse matter? Who would Michigan State hire if Mark Dantonio is fired? MAC coach? ACC coach?
Jay Bilas: NCAA Hypocrisy, One-and-Done Narratives
November 05, 2019 17:36 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBJay Bilas talks NCAA hypocrisy: If Mark Emmert said tomorrow he wants more benefits for student-athletes, would things change? If not, who are the major stakeholders to make a change? And pushing back on the narrative that one-and-dones can't win national championships. Also, betting expert Chase Kiddy breaking down college football bets, including the Florida State coach odds and why you should never bet on coaching odds.
Taggart Replacements, Best G5 Team, Crazy Chad Morris Stat
November 03, 2019 18:01 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBIf Florida State fires Willie Taggart, who might they hire? We discuss candidates, along with a crazy stat for another potential hot-seat coach, Chad Morris. Also, the best Group of Five team (and remarkable G5 depth), arguing against Illinois' success this season, Scott Frost's issues, and more.
SEC's Playoff Nightmare, Chizik's Stock, Frost is Falling, Week 10 Lines
October 30, 2019 12:08 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBConnor O'Gara (Saturday Down South) on nightmare playoff scenarios for the SEC, and his recent Gene Chizik article. Will Chizik return to college football? If so, where? What is Chizik's coaching stock right now? Chase Kiddy breaks down Week 10 lines, including why he's betting BIG on the West Virginia-Baylor game. Also, is Scott Frost a top-10 Big Ten coach?
Playoff Scenarios, Hot Seat Replacement, Bad Day for Overrated Teams
October 27, 2019 15:15 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIs LSU the most well-liked playoff contender? And where does Oregon have an inside track to the playoff? Also: Oklahoma could miss the Big 12 title game. Who would Boise State hire if Bryan Harsin leaves. Who would New Mexico hire if Bob Davie is fired? And Saturday was a brutal day for overrated programs like Texas, Nebraska, Michigan State, and Purdue.
Tim Tebow: Urban Meyer, Playoff Scenarios • B.J. Rains: Harsin's Stock, Mountain West Realignment
October 20, 2019 17:20 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBTim Tebow answers, "Is the off-the-field Urban Meyer criticism fair?" and runs through some playoff scenarios. B.J. Rains (Idaho Press-Tribune) talks potential Mountain West realignment after Troy Calhoun's comments. Also, Bryan Harsin's coaching stock, Boise State's place among the Group of Five, and more. And Chase Kiddy plays "Who would they hire?" with Arkansas and breaks down Week 9 college football betting and World Series odds.
Brad Crawford: Playoff Picture, SEC Hot Seat • Chase Kiddy: Fishy Lines, Rapid-Fire Picks
October 16, 2019 01:19 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBBrad Crawford (247Sports) on the SEC playoff picture (and overall playoff picture) after Georgia's loss, Will Muschamp's job security, SEC hot seat, and more. Chase Kiddy talks Week 8 college football betting: How to smell fishy lines, rapid-fire picks, conservative parlay, and why you should bet FCS.
2-Bid Big Ten, Best (& Worst) Playoff Paths, Who Would Vandy Hire?
October 14, 2019 00:19 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBIs the Big Ten a possible two-bid playoff league after losses by Georgia and Florida? Does Wisconsin have two playoff shots vs. Ohio State? Also: Biggest locks for the playoff, best (and worst) playoff paths, why Mizzou is a real SEC East contender, and potential Vanderbilt candidates if they fire Derek Mason.
Mac Loudermilk: Frost's Departure, Playoff & National Champs, 2-for-1 Florida Series
October 09, 2019 01:40 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBFormer UCF punter Mac Loudermilk: Scott Frost's departure, why UCF deserved a playoff spot in 2017 and why they are national champions, student-athlete compensation (and if he's seen or heard of illegal payments to players), and more. And Chase Kiddy with the Week 7 college football betting preview: Conservative 3-team parlay, Florida at LSU, and making money off late-night games
Playoff Paths for Baylor, Wake Forest, & Minnesota (Seriously), Play-Clock Reform, Who Would Illinois Hire?
October 06, 2019 16:12 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWake Forest, Baylor, and Minnesota aren't considered playoff contenders but there's no denying their favorable paths. Could they actually enter the playoff conversations? Also, fixing the play-clock issue and the NCAA's stupid rushing stats, who would Illinois hire if they fired Lovie Smith, and other coaching scenarios.
Brett McMurphy: Urban Meyer & Ohio State Fallout, Rutgers' Search
October 02, 2019 03:11 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBBrett McMurphy on fallout from last year's Ohio State story: Is Urban Meyer still at Ohio State if the story isn't reported? Will Meyer return in 2020? Baffling fan reactions and more. Also, potential candidates for Rutgers: Is Schiano actually the top choice? Will the Scarlet Knights take a big swing? Also, how far away is Nebraska from Big Ten contention? And Chase Kiddy with Week 6 betting advice, including UCF-Cincinnati, Wisconsin-Kent State and games to avoid.
Dumbest Things in Week 5, Leach, Fuente, Big 12's 3rd-Best Team
September 29, 2019 16:37 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThe dumbest things we saw in Week 5: Pat Fitzgerald's 2-point playcall, reactions to UNC's failed 2-point attempt, Troy's 10-second injury runoff, and Mike Leach's comments. Also, who's the third-best team in the Big 12? Is Justin Fuente actually on the hot seat? And how can we care more about Group of Five games?
Ross Dellenger on Playoff, Muschamp, Fritz; Chase Kiddy on Week 5 Bets
September 25, 2019 12:10 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBSports Illustrated's Ross Dellenger talks playoff and rankings (is LSU better than Georgia?), Willie Fritz's coaching stock, Wisconsin rising quickly, Will Muschamp's hot seat, and more. Chase Kiddy with Week 5 betting advice, strategy for teams coming off a bye week, and $2k parlay.
Harbaugh Replacements, Cal is Pac-12's Only Hope, Pathetic Replay System
September 22, 2019 17:30 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBSteven Lassan (Athlon Sports) drops by to talk Jim Harbaugh replacements if he's fired, Justin Wilcox and Cal, the Ole Miss replay debacle, Ohio State vs. Nebraska, Texas' defensive issues and more.
Adam Breneman on Paterno, O'Brien, Sanctions; Chase Kiddy on Week 4 Odds, Parlays
September 18, 2019 03:14 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBFormer Penn State tight end Adam Breneman talks about Bill O'Brien's departure and legacy, his recruitment when the sanctions came down, and how Joe Paterno is viewed in Happy Valley. And college football betting expert Chase Kiddy on Week 4 odds and parlays, including his $2k parlay. He breaks down opportunities in Michigan-Wisconsin, Auburn-Texas A&M, Northwestern-Michigan State and more.
Mark Dantonio's Seat, Kansas Doesn't Suck, Taggart & Narduzzi Gaffes
September 15, 2019 22:35 - 46 minutes - 32 MBShould Mark Dantonio be on the hot seat? Debating Willie Taggart's Kendal Briles comment, Kansas football finally doesn't suck, and Pat Narduzzi's terrible 4th-and-goal decision. Also, Lovie Smith, Wisconsin vs. Michigan, and (if you remove Ohio State) is the Big Ten the Pac-12?
Kirk Herbstreit: Considering Coaching Offers, Hot Seat, Matt Campbell
September 09, 2019 11:41 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBKirk Herbstreit and Ben Bolch on the High Motor podcast: Herbstreit talks about considering coaching (if he's been offered a job), hot seat coaches, Matt Campbell, College GameDay travel logistics, and a mayhem prediction for Week 3. And Bolch on the sad state of UCLA football, Chip Kelly's job security, and if there's any glimmer of hope for the Bruins. (Episode presented by MyBookie)
Pac-12 Playoff Picture, Willie Taggart Conundrum, Changing Minds in Week 2
September 02, 2019 03:22 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBBreaking down the Pac-12's playoff picture after Oregon's loss, the Willie Taggart conundrum (can Florida State afford to KEEP him?), what changed our minds in Week 1, and what could change our minds in Week 2 -- Episode Presented by MyBookie.
Jeff Monken: Trump's Proposal, Service Academy Recruiting & More
August 26, 2019 12:33 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBArmy head coach Jeff Monken talks recruiting to a service academy, why he loves President Trump's pro sports proposal, 2019 season and more. Also, Andrew Doughty and Jason Churchill chat college football: Lack of parity (do you care?), USC's impending coaching search (do you trust Swann?), and play "You're Wrong." Music: Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
Mark Mangino: Leaving Kansas, Hilarious Recruiting Story and More
August 19, 2019 12:22 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBMark Mangino talks about his career stops, why he initially rejected Kansas, the days after his dismissal, college football rules he'd like to see changed, and one hilarious recruiting story. Music: "Poofy Real" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)
College Football Predictions: 22 Predictions for 2019
August 12, 2019 12:43 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBSteven Lassan (Athlon Sports) joins High Motor to make 22 college football predictions, including: Who is USC head coach one year from today? Week 1 upset pick? Biggest September overreaction? Group of Five team with best playoff shot? More likely to win 10 regular-season games: Missouri, Nebraska or Iowa State? ...
Ultimate College Football Road Trip: 49 Games and 37,000 Miles in 115 Days
August 05, 2019 02:11 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBSeth Vander Tuig of "Mission: College Football" joins the show to break down our two versions of the 2019 Ultimate College Football Road Trip. Our trips combined for 98 games and 62,000 driving miles over 115 days. Music:"Malt Shop Bop" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Sonny Dykes: Cal Was Bad Fit, Texas Tech Interest, Shane Buechele & More
July 29, 2019 13:15 - 53 minutes - 37 MBSMU head coach Sonny Dykes says Cal wasn't a good fit and that he considered leaving after AD Sandy Barbour was fired. Also, he wanted the Texas Tech job and talks about Shane Buechele, transfer portal, recruiting changes, and more. Betting expert Chase Kiddy talks college football win totals: Why he loves the Cincinnati over (and the Purdue under), totals to avoid and bankroll management. Music:"Malt Shop Bop" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommo...
Dean Blandino: Calls He Regrets, Replay's Future, Lockout Debacle & More
July 22, 2019 13:14 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBDean Blandino talked about his career, from NFL Officiating intern to leading the instant-replay system to becoming Director of Officials. Also, revisiting the lockout debacle, pass interference, how the league handles bad calls, women officials and more. Music: All Night by Peyruis https://soundcloud.com/peyruis Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Mike Leach: Listening to Job Offers, Recruiting Issues, Changes Needed in CFB
July 08, 2019 22:34 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBMike Leach talks listening to job offers (including the Tennessee situation), issues with recruiting, changes that should be made in college football, Washington State's quarterback competition and more. Music from https://filmmusic.io "Dream Catcher" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Jim Weber: Coaches We Want Back in CFB, College Hard Knocks
July 01, 2019 12:47 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBJim Weber joins High Motor to talk coaches we want (and don't want) back in college football and programs we'd like to see on a college version of Hard Knocks. Also, reviewing my Big 12 media ballot: Iowa State is the conference's third-best team, Baylor is rising and more. Music: "Upbeat Forever" and "Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod.
Todd Graham: Next Job, Transfer Portal, ASU Dismissal and More
June 21, 2019 11:39 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBTodd Graham wants to return to college football. What he's looking for, why he passed on jobs, getting fired by Arizona State, the transfer portal, if he'd consider an NFL job and more. Also, college football programs' love/hate relationship with preseason predictions and why Kentucky assistant Vince Marrow is way off with his criticism. Music Courtesy: "Dvorak Polka" and "Ice Flow" by Kevin MacLeod
Melora Hardin: The Office Reboot, Back to the Future, Does Steve Carrell Have Coffee Breath?
June 03, 2019 12:49 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBMelora Hardin talks 'The Office' reboot rumors (and her preference for a movie vs. reboot show), Back to the Future debacle, dinner party with Jan Levinson and Jacqueline Carlyle, career regrets and more. Music Credit: "Pilot Error" from Kevin MacLeod
Perfect Bid's Ted Slauson: Under-the-Table Payment, Lies, Drew Carey's Comments
May 27, 2019 02:54 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBTed Slauson from Perfect Bid. The man behind the perfect showcase bid on The Price is Right addresses the controversy, Drew Carey's comments, under-the-table payment from Terry Kniess and more. Also, my take on Art Briles' return to the sideline. Music Credit: "Summon the Rawk" by Kevin MacLeod.
Steven Lassan, Kyle Rowland: Ranking Coaches, Dark Horse Contenders, Michigan Search
May 13, 2019 17:45 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBSteven Lassan (Athlon Sports): College football job rankings, dark horse conference title contenders, Big Ten QB rankings. Kyle Rowland (Toledo Blade): Michigan candidates, taking a big swing, and is Juwan Howard a real candidate? Movie Review: Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile.
Mark Madsen: Shopping With Shaq, LDS, Utah Valley Job, Corruption Trials
May 06, 2019 20:27 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBNew Utah Valley head coach Mark Madsen talks his return to college basketball, opinion on the corruption trials, Shaq's shopping spree, LDS faith, why he wanted the Utah Valley job and more.
Gundy, Edsall, Miles and Herman Talk Transfer Portal
April 29, 2019 14:50 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBSeven FBS head coaches (Mike Gundy, Philip Montgomery, Tom Herman, Les Miles, Randy Edsall, Lincoln Riley and Luke Fickell) talk about the transfer portal and necessary transfer changes moving forward. Also, NFL Draft analyst Daniel Parlegreco puts a bow on the 2019 NFL Draft with notes on Daniel Jones, defensive line trends, Devin Bush, Clelin Ferrell and more.
Mel Kiper, Taylor Rapp and Brian McLaughlin
April 22, 2019 21:11 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBRapp (2:36): Perceptions of Asian-American football players, versatility, draft process and more. Kiper (11:46): Favorite 2nd round prospects, Day 3 steals at WR. who could be steals McLaughlin (14:49): FCS prospects, including Nasier Adderley and Tytus Howard, and who could be the next Darius Leonard.
Dane Brugler, Thor Nystrom: NFL Draft, Dream Picks, Sleeper Receivers
April 15, 2019 15:35 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBDane Brugler (The Athletic): Dream first-round picks for teams, CBs could get shut out of top 25, and how many QBs in the top 17 picks? Thor Nystrom (Rotoworld): Inject Hakeem Butler into Thor's veins, third-round WR value, late first-round defensive linemen.
Todd McShay, John Fanta: Haskins vs. Lock, Polite's Tumble, Early 2019-20 CBB Notes
April 09, 2019 16:11 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBJohn Fanta: Appreciating Texas Tech's run, changes coming to college basketball, early 2019-20 top 25, stock of top Big East teams. Todd McShay: NFL Draft, Dwayne Haskins vs. Drew Lock, Jachai Polite's tumble.