SportsIQ with Larry Smith

SportsIQ with Larry Smith delivers smart, in-depth analysis of college sports—no hot takes, just expert insights. Hosted by award-winning journalist Larry Smith, this daily show breaks down the biggest headlines, bracketology, game previews, and insider interviews with top analysts, coaches, and players. From March Madness to the College Football Playoff, we go beyond the buzzer and inside the game. Stay informed, stay ahead—listen to SportsIQ Monday-Friday! 🎙🏀🎧

SportsIQ with Larry Smith is a news podcast hosted by Larry Smith, with 367 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Larry Smith hosts SportsIQ with Larry Smith, a news show with 367 episodes published.

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  Wisconsin & Notre Dame Season Previews + Miami at No. 8

  Aug 19, 202650 min

  SportsIQ with Larry Smith gets you ready for the college football season with a pair of in-depth previews. Matt Perkins of the Believe in Badgers podcast breaks down Wisconsin, Luke Fickell’s future, transfer quarterback Colton Joseph, a revamped offensive line and expectations for the Badgers in 2026. Then, BlueAndGold.com senior writer Eric Hansen joins the show to discuss No. 4 Notre Dame, the Fighting Irish’s national championship expectations, replacing Jeremiah Love, their loaded running back room, Chris Ash’s defense and why Notre Dame remains committed to football independence. Plus, Producer Tony reveals Miami at No. 8 in his preseason Top 25, Larry remembers ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, the latest from MLB and the WNBA, and Eddie Gaedel’s unforgettable one-plate-appearance career in today’s Moment of Awe.

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  USC’s Make-or-Break Season, Raiders’ QB Plan & Oklahoma at No. 9

  Aug 18, 202650 min

  SportsIQ with Larry Smith breaks down a huge 2026 season for USC as Cooper Perkins joins the show to examine Lincoln Riley’s future, the Trojans’ brutal Big Ten schedule and what has to happen for USC to become a legitimate playoff contender. Then Dennis Ackerman of the Believe in Raiders podcast joins Producer Tony to discuss rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s preseason debut, why patience could be critical to his development, Kirk Cousins’ role as the veteran mentor and the challenges facing Las Vegas this season. Plus, Shohei Ohtani and Pete Crow-Armstrong power a big night in baseball, the Golden State Valkyries clinch another WNBA playoff berth, NFL training camp headlines, and Producer Tony reveals Oklahoma at No. 9 in his preseason college football Top 25. And in today’s Moment of Awe: the 1967 Tony Conigliaro injury that changed baseball — and helped change the way batting helmets are designed.

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  Texas & Missouri Football Previews, Arch Manning’s Next Step & Alabama at No. 10

  Aug 17, 202650 min

  College football takes center stage as SportsIQ with Larry Smith looks ahead to the 2026 season. Missouri beat writer Calum McAndrew joins the show to break down Eli Drinkwitz’s Tigers, new quarterback Austin Simmons, Ahmad Hardy’s recovery and whether Mizzou can finally break through against the SEC’s elite. Then, Eric Henry of 247Sports previews Texas, including Arch Manning’s second season as the starter, an overhauled offensive line, a revamped running game and the expectations facing Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns. Plus, Producer Tony unveils Alabama at No. 10 in his preseason Top 25 and examines the pressure on Kalen DeBoer in year three. Larry also recaps the biggest stories from the sports weekend, while today’s Moment of Awe remembers Richie Ashburn’s unbelievable 1957 double foul-ball incident.

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  WNBA Noise vs. Basketball, Arkansas’ Rebuild & Texas A&M at No. 11

  Aug 14, 202650 min

  Larry Smith and Producer Tony head into the weekend with a packed SportsIQ. Yahoo Sports’ Lo Yarnall joins the show to discuss the WNBA’s growing spotlight, the off-court controversies distracting from the game, Indiana’s playoff outlook, Kelsey Mitchell’s huge season, and why Minnesota may be the team everyone should fear down the stretch. Then, Jackson Fuller of USA Today breaks down a new era for Arkansas football under Ryan Silverfield, including the Razorbacks’ improved financial commitment, transfer-portal additions, defensive rebuild and what would qualify as a successful first season. Plus, the NFL preseason gets underway, today’s Moment of Awe looks back at the spectacular opening ceremony of the 2004 Athens Olympics, and Producer Tony unveils Texas A&M at No. 11 in his preseason Top 25 — with a brutal SEC schedule standing between the Aggies and another playoff appearance.

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  Browns QB Battle, Arizona State’s Reload & Louisville at No. 12

  Aug 13, 202650 min

  The NFL and college football take center stage on SportsIQ. Browns beat writer Scott Petrak joins Larry to break down Cleveland’s new era under Todd Monken, the quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, and how the defense moves forward without Myles Garrett. Then, Arizona Republic beat writer Michelle Gardner joins Producer Tony for a look at Kenny Dillingham’s Arizona State program. The Sun Devils are replacing Sam Leavitt, navigating the realities of NIL and facing a brutal Big 12 schedule — but Gardner explains why ASU could still surprise people in 2026. Plus, Russell Westbrook announces his retirement after 18 NBA seasons, the NBA unveils a loaded opening-night and Christmas schedule, today’s Moment of Awe revisits the 1994 MLB strike, and Producer Tony reveals Louisville at No. 12 in his preseason College Football Top 25.

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