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THE FORMAT PODCAST
by Bruce Hope
Welcome to THE FORMAT. Some good sports talk; mostly Football and Basketball. Some out of the box thinking, and some takes that might make you wonder. Check it out! Follow me on Twitter: @BruceFAHope and Instagram: @theformatpodcast
Episodes
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EPISODE 985 - New AP Top 25 Reaction: Who's Overrated in College Football? | Format Podcast
The new AP Top 25 is out, and The Format Podcast is ready to debate it. We react to the college football rankings, question which teams deserve their positions, and discuss where poll perception might differ from what fans see on the field. Who is overrated? Who deserves more respect? What should...
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EPISODE 984 - College Football Week 7 Preview: Games of the Week | Format Podcast
Which college football games deserve your attention in Week 7? The Format Podcast previews our games of the week, discussing the matchups, questions, and potential consequences that make this slate worth watching. We explore where an upset could reshape the conversation, what contenders need to...
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EPISODE 983 - Jeremiah Smith Isn't Human! Ohio State's Superstar WR | Format Podcast
Jeremiah Smith isn't human! The Format Podcast explores the Ohio State wide receiver's talent and asks what makes him such a compelling college football star. We discuss his receiving ability, the expectations attached to his name, and where he belongs in the conversation about the nation's best...
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EPISODE 982 - Arch Manning & Steve Sarkisian FAILURES? Texas Football Debate | Format Podcast
Are Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian failures, or is that verdict too harsh? The Format Podcast brings the heat with a Texas Longhorns debate focused on quarterback expectations, coaching accountability, and the pressure surrounding Texas football. We examine the argument against Manning and…
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EPISODE 981 - Arch & Sark FAILURES? Jeremiah Smith Isn't Human | Week 7 Preview & AP Top 25 | Format Podcast
Jeremiah Smith isn't human, but are Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian failing Texas football? The Format Podcast tackles four college football storylines in one loaded episode. We discuss Smith's superstar talent, debate the expectations surrounding Manning and Sark, preview the biggest Week 7...
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EPISODE 980 - Cowboys Problems, Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade Rumors & Wemby’s Spurs Season Preview | Format Podcast
What is wrong with the Dallas Cowboys, where will Marvin Harrison Jr. land, and how dangerous can Victor Wembanyama make the San Antonio Spurs? The Format Podcast tackles three major NFL and NBA storylines in one packed episode. We examine Cowboys concerns, accountability, and possible fixes;...
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EPISODE 979 - Updated College Football Top 25 Rankings: Who Is Overrated and Underrated? | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast delivers updated college football Top 25 rankings after another pivotal weekend across the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, Big 12, and national College Football Playoff race. Which teams earned a major jump, which ranked programs should fall, and who remains dramatically overrated or...
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EPISODE 978 - College Football Duds or STUDs: Who's Real, and Who's NOT? | Format Podcast
Who were college football’s biggest STUDs, and who turned in the week’s most disappointing performances? The Format Podcast gives out Duds or STUDs for the players, quarterbacks, teams, coaches, and programs that defined the latest slate of games. We spotlight breakout stars, clutch performers,...
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EPISODE 977 - Jeremiah Smith GOAT? Alabama vs Georgia, College Football Duds & Updated Top 25 | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest college football conversations of the week. Is Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith already on track to become the greatest Buckeye wide receiver ever? We discuss the coming clash between Alabama and Georgia. Then it is time for Duds or STUDs: which teams,...
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EPISODE 976 - Is Jeremiah Smith Already the Greatest Ohio State Buckeye Ever? | Format Podcast
Is Jeremiah Smith already building a case as the greatest wide receiver in Ohio State football history? The Format Podcast compares Smith’s early production, talent, impact, and NFL upside with legendary Buckeye receivers including Marvin Harrison Jr., Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, Terry McLaurin,...
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EPISODE 975 - Bama vs GA: Mid-Season Showdown | Format Podcast
Alabama vs. Georgia delivered another major SEC football statement, and The Format Podcast is breaking down what it means for both programs and the College Football Playoff race. We analyze the quarterbacks, biggest turning points, coaching decisions, defensive matchups, explosive plays, and...
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EPISODE 974 - Week 5 NFL Pick Em: Favorites, Upsets & Football Arguments | Format Podcast
It is time for NFL Pick Em on The Format Podcast. We make our football game predictions, debate the toughest matchups, and explain the thinking behind each selection. Which favorites deserve confidence, where could an upset happen, and which games are closer than they look? Our NFL picks segment...
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EPISODE 973 - Chargers Debate: Justin Herbert, Accountability & Jim Harbaugh’s Future | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the Los Angeles Chargers debate: Justin Herbert’s flowing hair, quarterback accountability, and Jim Harbaugh’s future. Is the attention on Herbert’s image distracting from the real football questions? We discuss whether criticism belongs with the quarterback, the...
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EPISODE 972 - NFL Coaching Hot Seat: Patience or Pink Slips? | Format Podcast
Which NFL coaches should feel the heat? The Format Podcast debates the NFL coaching hot seat, separating fair criticism from reactionary demands for change. We examine expectations, disappointing results, quarterback development, coaching decisions, and the difference between a struggling roster...
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EPISODE 971 - Lane Johnson Retires: More Trouble for the Eagles and Jalen Hurts? | Format Podcast
Lane Johnson’s retirement creates another major question for the Philadelphia Eagles. The Format Podcast examines what his departure means for the offensive line, Jalen Hurts, pass protection, and the running game. Can Philadelphia adjust without its longtime right tackle, or does this make the...
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EPISODE 970 - Lane Johnson Retires, Chargers Static, NFL Hot Seat Coaches & Pick Em | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast tackles four major NFL talking points: the Los Angeles Chargers, NFL coaches on the hot seat, Lane Johnson’s retirement, and our weekly Pick Em. Is Justin Herbert’s flowing hair getting more attention than his quarterback play, and what should Jim Harbaugh’s future look like?…
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EPISODE 969 - Jeremiah Smith GOAT? Alabama vs Georgia, College Football Duds & Updated Top 25 | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest college football conversations of the week. Is Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith already on track to become the greatest Buckeye wide receiver ever? We discuss the coming clash between Alabama and Georgia. Then it is time for Duds or STUDs: which teams,...
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EPISODE 968 - Nick Sirianni Hot Seat? NFL Week 4 Picks + Kings Reporter Hot Mic | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down three of the biggest stories in sports. First, why is Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni constantly placed on the NFL hot seat despite his winning résumé, playoff success, and ability to keep the Eagles competitive? Then, we deliver our NFL Week 4 Pick ’Em...
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EPISODE 967 - NFL Week 4 Picks & Predictions | Upsets, Winners and Pick ’Em | Format Podcast
It is time for NFL Week 4 Pick ’Em on The Format Podcast. We make our full NFL predictions, choose winners, identify potential upsets, debate quarterback matchups, and spotlight the games that could reshape the early-season playoff race. Which favorites are in danger? Which teams are ready to…
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EPISODE 966 - Why Nick Sirianni Should NOT Be on the Eagles Hot Seat | Format Podcast
Why does Nick Sirianni remain one of the NFL’s most debated head coaches? The Format Podcast examines the Philadelphia Eagles coach’s résumé, postseason results, leadership style, offensive criticism, locker-room perception, and the constant hot-seat conversation surrounding him. Sirianni has...
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EPISODE 965 - Kings Reporter Exposed on Hot Mic: NBA Media Drama Explained | Format Podcast
A Sacramento Kings female reporter was caught in a viral hot-mic moment, creating a new NBA media controversy and putting the spotlight on how quickly private comments can become public debate. The Format Podcast reacts to the clip, the response across social media, the criticism, and the larger...
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EPISODE 964 - Can USC Still Make the CFP? Oregon Win Shakes Up Trojans’ Playoff Path | Format Podcast
USC lost to Oregon and dropped to No. 18 in the latest AP Top 25, while the Ducks climbed to No. 15. On The Format Podcast, we break down whether the Trojans can still make the College Football Playoff, what USC must do in Big Ten play, and whether a single loss has changed the entire CFP…
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EPISODE 963 - Is Notre Dame for Real? Why the No. 3 Irish Are a CFP Threat | Format Podcast
Notre Dame is undefeated, ranked No. 3 in the AP Top 25 and firmly in the College Football Playoff conversation—but are the Fighting Irish truly elite? The Format Podcast breaks down Notre Dame football, the Irish résumé, Marcus Freeman’s team, the national-title ceiling and the questions that...
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EPISODE 962 - Big Ten vs SEC: Which Conference Has Been Better This Season? | Format Podcast
The Big Ten vs. SEC debate is back on The Format Podcast. Which conference has actually been better this college football season: the league with Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon and USC, or the SEC’s deep group led by Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Ole Miss and LSU? The latest AP Top 25 gives the...
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EPISODE 961- New AP Top 25 Reaction | Format Podcasst
The new AP Top 25 is out, and The Format Podcast reacts to every major movement in college football. Texas, Georgia and Notre Dame hold the top three spots, Miami is No. 4, and Ohio State sits at No. 5. Oregon rose to No. 15 after beating USC, while the Trojans dropped to No. 18. We also discuss...
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EPISODE 960 - LeBron James & Super Teams: Did He Change the NBA Forever? Legacy Debate Gets Real | Format Podcast
LeBron James and super teams remain one of the most divisive debates in NBA history. The Format Podcast examines LeBron’s role in player empowerment, the Miami Heat Big Three, the Cleveland Cavaliers reunion, the Los Angeles Lakers era, and whether superstar collaboration changed how fans judge...
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EPISODE 959 - Colin Simmons’ Degenerate Celebration: Costly Penalty & Texas Football Debate | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast reacts to Texas pass rusher Colin Simmons’ controversial celebration against Tennessee. Simmons delivered a program-record-tying five sacks, but a restroom-simulation celebration after one sack drew an unsportsmanlike-conduct flag and erased the defensive advantage Texas had...
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EPISODE 958 - USC CFP Hopes, Notre Dame Real? Big Ten vs SEC & New AP Top 25 | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest stories in college football: Can USC still make the College Football Playoff after its Oregon loss, and what does the Trojans’ path to the CFP look like? We also debate whether unbeaten Notre Dame is truly a national-title contender, settle the Big Ten…
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EPISODE 957 - Packers Panic, Colin Simmons Celebration, Bron Super Teams & ESPN NBA Top 10 Debate | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down four of sports’ biggest conversations: What is wrong with the Green Bay Packers and Jordan Love? Texas star Colin Simmons’ viral, costly celebration and the accountability debate around college football. Then, LeBron James and the never-ending super-team…
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EPISODE 956 - NFL Week 3 Picks: Chiefs AFC Comeback, QB Injuries & Game of the Week Predictions | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down NFL Week 3 with major AFC playoff implications, quarterback injury updates, bold predictions, and our complete Pick ’Em selections. Are Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs back on top of the AFC and legitimate Super Bowl contenders again? We examine...
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EPISODE 955 - Ole Miss STUNS LSU, Lane Kiffin EXPOSED? USC Panic & New AP Top 25 Reaction | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down a wild college football weekend as Trinidad Chambliss and Ole Miss shock Lane Kiffin’s LSU, 32-24, and surge to No. 4 in the new AP Top 25. Was Chambliss’ 363-yard, three-touchdown performance the biggest statement of the season? We also examine why USC’s 42-35…
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EPISODE 954 - NFL Scoring Explosion: Why 11 Teams Scored 30+ Points in Week 1 | Format Podcast
NFL scoring erupted in Week 1, with 11 teams reaching 30 or more points and the league producing 791 total points—tying the highest-scoring opening week since the 1970 merger. The Format Podcast explores why offenses started so hot: quarterback play, aggressive coaching, explosive pass games,...
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EPISODE 953 - Josh Allen Is the NFL MVP Favorite After Two Weeks | Buffalo Bills Dominance | Format Podcast
Is Josh Allen already the leader in the NFL MVP race after two weeks? The Format Podcast examines Allen’s historic start, Buffalo’s unbeaten record, and why his combination of passing production, rushing touchdowns, and team success has made him the early MVP favorite. Allen produced nine total...
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EPISODE 952 - How Good Are the Buffalo Bills? Are Josh Allen and Buffalo Super Bowl Favorites? | Format Podcast
How good are the Buffalo Bills? The Format Podcast evaluates Buffalo’s start, Josh Allen’s elite play, the offensive firepower, and whether this roster is truly built to win the franchise’s first Super Bowl. We break down the Bills’ strengths, potential weaknesses, AFC competition, coaching,...
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EPISODE 951 - Buffalo Bills Super Bowl Ready? Josh Allen MVP Favorite & NFL Scoring Explosion | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the NFL’s biggest early-season storylines: How good are the Buffalo Bills, and are they the AFC’s team to beat? We examine Josh Allen’s electric start, his MVP case after two weeks, and whether he has become the frontrunner in the 2026 NFL MVP race. Plus, NFL…
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EPISODE 950 - Justin Herbert Is OVERRATED? Chargers QB Debate After NFL Week 1 | Format Podcast
Justin Herbert is one of the NFL’s most gifted quarterbacks, but has his reputation outpaced his accomplishments? The Format Podcast debates whether the Los Angeles Chargers star is overrated after a disappointing Week 1 performance and renewed scrutiny around the league’s biggest quarterback…
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EPISODE 949 - Is Oregon Still for Real? Ducks’ Shocking Oklahoma State Loss Explained
Oregon football suffered a shocking loss to Oklahoma State, but does the result prove the Ducks were overrated—or simply expose issues they can fix? The Format Podcast reacts to Oregon vs. Oklahoma State by evaluating the Ducks’ quarterback play, offensive execution, defensive breakdowns…
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EPISODE 948 - Is It Over for Dabo Swinney? Clemson Football’s Decline Gets Worse
Is it over for Dabo Swinney at Clemson? The Format Podcast tackles the biggest question surrounding Clemson football: whether Dabo can lead the Tigers back to national championship contention in the modern era of NIL, the transfer portal, conference realignment, and expanded College Football...
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EPISODE 947 - Arch Manning Exposed? Texas vs Ohio State Second-Half Collapse Explained
Was the Texas vs. Ohio State second half an indictment on Arch Manning? The Format Podcast examines Arch Manning’s decision-making, accuracy, pocket presence, pressure response, and leadership in the Longhorns’ biggest moments. We discuss whether Texas football’s struggles were truly about its...
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EPISODE 946 - Ryan Garcia DESTROYS Conor Benn | Seahawks vs Pats Rematch + 49ers-Rams Australia | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down Ryan Garcia’s brutal second-round TKO of Conor Benn, including what the statement win means for Garcia’s welterweight future and potential mega-fights. We also react to the Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl rematch, revisiting Seattle’s 13-10 opening win and the...
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EPISODE 945 - Seahawks vs Patriots Super Bowl Rematch: What Seattle’s Win Means for Both Teams | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast reacts to the Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl rematch and breaks down Seattle’s 13-10 season-opening victory over New England. Was this proof that the Seahawks are ready to build on their championship standard, or did the Patriots show enough to remain a major AFC threat? We...
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EPISODE 944 - Ryan Garcia DESTROYS Conor Benn in Round 2: Boxing’s Next Superstar? | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast reacts to Ryan Garcia’s devastating second-round TKO of Conor Benn and asks whether “King Ry” just delivered the defining statement of his welterweight championship reign. Garcia dropped Benn with a sharp right hand, then forced the stoppage at 1:25 of Round 2 to retain the WBC...
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EPISODE 943 - 49ers CRUSH Rams in Australia: Brock Purdy, NFC West & Rams Panic? | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the San Francisco 49ers’ 27-7 statement win over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL’s historic first regular-season game in Australia. Brock Purdy threw three touchdowns as San Francisco overwhelmed a Rams team viewed as a preseason Super Bowl contender. Was this a…
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EPISODE 942 - SEC Collapse? Rams Super Bowl Favorites, ESPN Top 100 NFL Players & 2026 Sleepers | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest football debates heading into the 2026 NFL and college football seasons. Does the SEC still have a legitimate case as the best conference in college football, or has the balance of power shifted? Are the Los Angeles Rams the clear Super Bowl favorites...
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EPISODE 941 - ESPN’s Top 100 NFL Players: Biggest Snubs, Surprises and Overrated Picks | Format Podcast
ESPN’s projected Top 100 NFL players list always creates debate, and The Format Podcast is breaking down the biggest surprises, snubs, overrated selections, and underappreciated stars. Which quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs, defenders, and young NFL players deserve more respect? Which...
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EPISODE 939 - Are the Los Angeles Rams Easily the Super Bowl Favorites This Season? | Format Podcast
Are the Los Angeles Rams the NFL’s clear Super Bowl favorites, or are fans and analysts moving too quickly? The Format Podcast evaluates the Rams’ championship case by examining their quarterback situation, offensive weapons, coaching, defense, NFC competition, roster depth, health, and…
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EPISODE 938 - Shedeur Sanders Shines, Klay to Miami Heat & Lakers Front Office Fiasco | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest NBA and NFL storylines: the Los Angeles Lakers front office fiasco, Miami Heat adding elite shooting with Klay Thompson, and Shedeur Sanders’ impressive first preseason start for the Cleveland Browns. Did the Lakers mishandle their roster, ownership, and...
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EPISODE 940 - Lakers Front Office Fiasco: WTH Is Going On?? | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast examines the Los Angeles Lakers front office fiasco and asks whether the organization has a coherent plan around LeBron James, Luka Dončić, roster construction, ownership drama, and future assets. We break down Rob Pelinka’s decision-making, the Lakers’ limited flexibility,...
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EPISODE 939 - Klay Thompson to Miami Heat: The Shooter Miami Needed? NBA Offseason Reaction | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down Klay Thompson joining the Miami Heat and why his shooting could reshape Miami’s offense. After seeking more perimeter gravity and reliable three-point production, the Heat add one of the defining shooters of his generation on a reported two-year deal. We discuss how...
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EPISODE 937 - NFL Preseason Buzz, 76ers Schedule Debate, $12.5B Lakers Sale & Westbrook Top 5 PG? | Format Podcast
The Format Podcast breaks down the biggest NFL and NBA conversations heading toward the new season. We analyze key NFL preseason notes, roster battles, quarterback performances, breakout candidates, and what matters before opening week. Then, did the NBA give the Philadelphia 76ers a favorable...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to THE FORMAT. Some good sports talk; mostly Football and Basketball. Some out of the box thinking, and some takes that might make you wonder. Check it out! Follow me on Twitter: @BruceFAHope and Instagram: @theformatpodcast
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