Hour 1 - The War of Words
Summary
Ben Maller grades Lane Kiffin’s “rat poison” jab at Paul Finebaum as a publicity stunt, noting their mutual need for attention. The show analyzes Michigan QB Bryce Underwood’s struggles and the Big Ten’s controversial clock snafu, featuring Mike Pereira’s critique of the replay decision. Maller also covers the New England Patriots’ massive extension for Christian Gonzalez and Florida State’s 92% firing odds for Mike Norvell.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship segments and show introduction
Previewing topics: Underwood and Big Ten clock
Ben Mallaher Show opening monologue
Express Employment sponsorship and transition
Christian Gonzalez signs 4-year extension with Patriots
Lane Kiffin and Paul Feinbaum public feud
Mallaher Scorecard: Kiffin and Feinbaum grades
Bryce Underwood's status and performance at Michigan
Big Ten clock controversy and replay protocol
Show logistics and call-in information
Sponsorships and settling in for the show
Listener mail: Kiffin, Feinbaum, and Michigan
Christian Gonzalez extension and listener comments
Listener call: Western Michigan and Underwood
SMU vs Florida State and Mike Dole's future
LSU marching band in Macy's Parade
Listener call: Red Sox vs Yankees and awards
Listener mail: Marching bands and trivia
Trivia question: Former NFL player
Sponsorships and closing segments
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