The Jim Rome Show The Jim Rome Show

NFL To NCAA Transfers, Big Ten Football

Aug 25, 2026 · 43m

Summary

Jim Rome discusses the Big Ten’s ban on NFL players returning to college, focusing on Daquan Wright’s move from the Browns to LSU. He argues this is a limited legal issue rather than an existential crisis for college football. Guest Anthony Heron analyzes the situation and previews top teams like Ohio State, Oregon, and USC. The episode concludes with Rome reacting to a disturbing AI-generated video created by producer V to mock a past take.

Topics discussed

Public service announcement on driving under the influence College football chaos and NFL players returning to college Big Ten stance and legal battles over player transfers The specific case of Jalen Wright and the Browns Why the NFL-to-college trend is not an existential crisis Commercial break and podcast introductions Interview with Anthony Heron on college sports evolution SEC vs Big Ten on NFL returnees and conference rules Arch Manning, Ohio State, and Julian Sayin's development Oregon Ducks' talent, injuries, and championship potential Lincoln Riley, USC, and Max Maiava's growth Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, and the Chicago Bears Wrap up of interview and commercial break Reaction to disturbing AI-generated content 20th anniversary of the 'Great Equalizer' take Dan Bongino on information warfare
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