Ep. 36
This special Sunday night broadcast on KOFO features host John Jacobson, engineer Sean Torres, and co-host Coach Patrick Knap Jr., the Georgetown legend and women’s college hoops broadcasting pioneer. The show, from the award-winning East Central Plains of Kansas station, delves into comprehensive sports discussions, including Coach Knap’s predictions for the upcoming college football season, with Kansas State projected at 8-4 and Kansas at 6-6. They also explore ESPN’s College Football Playoff best bets, highlighting teams like Iowa and Kansas State, and discuss the intense tailgating culture in Lawrence and Manhattan.
This episode extensively covers the evolving landscape of college athletics, examining the new general manager role, the chaotic transfer portal, and the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, including a potential “Super League” and the professionalization of players. Coach Knap offers insights on fixing the system, touching on a recent executive order aimed at protecting non-revenue sports and clarifying player employee status. The hosts also celebrate NFL coaching legends Marv Levy and Bud Grant, discuss the Kansas City Royals’ playoff hunt and recent trade acquisitions, and highlight KOFO’s extensive coverage of Ottawa University sports.