• Seminole Softball Wrap: Breaking down 2025 FSU roster
    Jan 24 2025
    The 2025 Florida State softball season is nearly here, and with the return to the field comes the return of the Seminole Softball Wrap podcast. Gwyn Rhodes and Brian Pellerin will get you ready for the year ahead, taking you to and through Team 42’s postseason run. In our first episode of the new year, Brian and Gwyn focus on the Florida State roster. What are the strengths? What are the questions that need to be answered? And how can the incoming freshman and transfer class make an impact for a team looking to get back to OKC? The podcast discusses: The best left side of the infield in college softball - Jaysoni Beachum & Isa Torres What to expect from Amaya Ross as full-time first base Who takes the mantle at second base? How can Michaela Edenfield cap off an outstanding FSU career? Can anyone push the incumbents for starts in the outfield? What does FSU need from their new faces to get consistency in the circle for 2025? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • College Football Playoff Semifinals: Breaking down Penn State vs. Notre Dame, Texas vs. Ohio State
    Jan 10 2025
    Breaking down Penn State vs. Notre Dame, Texas vs. Ohio State with picks and DFS lineup tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • College Football Playoff Picks, Predictions, DFS Lineup Tips: Indiana at Notre Dame, SMU at Penn State, Clemson at Texas, Tennessee at Ohio State.
    Dec 20 2024
    The first-ever 12-team college football playoff is here -- and Sharpen the Point is here to break down the matchups like nobody else, including tips and picks for putting together a DFS lineup for the action. First round (Dec. 20-21) Friday, Dec. 20: No. 10 Indiana at No. 7 Notre Dame | 8 p.m. | ABC/ESPN Saturday, Dec. 21: No. 11 SMU at No. 6 Penn State | 12 p.m. | TNT/MAX Saturday, Dec. 21: No. 12 Clemson at No. 5 Texas | 4 p.m. | TNT/MAX Saturday, Dec. 21: No. 9 Tennessee at No. 8 Ohio State | 8 p.m. | ABC/ESPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • FSU recruiting: What names, positions should Seminoles prioritize in transfer portal? Plus, breaking down addition of quarterback Thomas Castellanos
    Dec 13 2024
    The transfer portal giveth, the transfer portal taketh away. With the winter window opening last week, we’ve seen a flurry of movement for Florida State football in the transfer portal. At the moment, it’s mainly been departures — including a major surprise in quarterback Luke Kromenhoek — but the Seminoles also hit the portal for the second straight year to bring in a passer, this time former Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos. In this episode of the Florida State of Recruiting, Tomahawk Nation’s Three Stars (Tim Alumbaugh, Josh Pick and NoleThruandThru) break down FSU’s quarterback changes as well as who Florida State needs to be targeting in the trenches and across the board in order to fulfill Mike Norvell’s promise of an immediate turnaround. Offensive player additions Thomas Castellanos (Boston College Eagles) Markeston Douglas (Arizona State Sun Devils) Offensive player subtractions QB Luke Kromenhoek WR Deuce Spann WR Destyn Hill WR Darion Willliamson OL Julian Armella TE Brian Courtney TE Jackson West TE Jerrale Powers Defensive player additions Defensive player subtractions DL Grady Kelly DE Dante Anderson DE Byron Turner DE Lamont Green Jr. DE Marvin Jones Jr. DL Tomiwa Durojaiye LB DeMarco Ward DB Omarion Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • FSU football recruiting: Breaking down Florida State's 2025 Early Signing Period finish, analysis of Seminoles signees
    Dec 12 2024
    As a nightmare season unfolded for Florida State, the Seminoles saw their top 10 recruiting class fall apart. Heading into the start of the Early Signing Period with the 53rd-ranked class in the 247Sports Composite Rankings, FSU rallied for a strong finish that featured several major flips to move to No. 20. While it doesn’t make up fully for the season that just went down in Tallahassee nor the players lost throughout it, it was an unprecedented finish that felt like the first breath of positivity for the program in months. Fuzzy feelings aside, just how impactful was the finish for Mike Norvell and his staff as they look to right the ship in Tallahassee? What is there to make of the players that made up #Tribe25? The Three Stars — Tim Alumbaugh, Josh Pick and NoleThruandThru — break it down in the latest episode of the Florida State of Recruiting podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • College Football Conference Championship Weekend Picks, Predictions, DFS Lineup Tips: Clemson vs. SMU, Penn State vs. Oregon, Georgia vs. Texas, UNLV vs. Boise State, Iowa State vs. Arizona State and more
    Dec 6 2024
    FRIDAY: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (+3.5) at Jacksonville State Gamecocks, 7 p.m. ET, CBSSN I’m just guessing here. Brian’s Pick: Jacksonville State -3.5 Jordan’s Pick: JSU -3.5 FRIDAY: No. 20 UNLV Rebels (+4.5) at No. 10 Boise State Broncos, 8 p.m. ET, FOX Boise seems to be slowing down. Ashton Jeanty is Heisman-worthy but banged up. UNLV could steal this CFP bid with a win. Brian’s Pick: UNLV +4.5 Jordan’s Pick: BSU -4.5 FRIDAY: Tulane Green Wave (-4.5) at No. 24 Army Black Knights, 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC Tulane blew their CFP chances last week but should rebound here as their defense limits Army’s ground game. Brian’s Pick: Tulane -4.5 Jordan’s Pick: Tulane -4.5 No. 16 Iowa State Cyclones (+2.5) vs. No. 15 Arizona State Sun Devils (Arlington, TX), Noon ET, ABC Iowa State is set to circle back into CFP contention. Arizona State missing Jordyn Tyson strengthens ISU’s chances. Brian’s Pick: Iowa State +2.5 Jordan’s Pick: ASU -2.5 Ohio Bobcats (+3.5) vs. Miami (OH) Redhawks (Detroit, MI), Noon ET, ESPN Guessing again. Brian’s Pick: Ohio +3.5 Jordan’s Pick: Miami (OH) -3.5 No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs (+2.5) vs. No. 2 Texas Longhorns (Atlanta, GA), 4:00 p.m. ET, ABC Texas has improved their run game and trenches, but it’s hard to doubt Georgia in Atlanta. Brian’s Pick: Georgia +2.5 Jordan’s Pick: Texas -2.5 Marshall Thundering Herd (+5.5) at Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN Louisiana should win at home despite coaching distractions. Brian’s Pick: Louisiana -5.5 Jordan’s Pick: UL -5.5 No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions (+3.5) at No. 1 Oregon Ducks (Indianapolis, IN), 8:00 p.m. ET, CBS Oregon is the best team but could be vulnerable. I’m taking Penn State for the upset. Brian’s Pick: Penn State +3.5 Jordan’s Pick: Oregon -3.5 No. 17 Clemson Tigers (+2.5) at No. 8 SMU Mustangs (Charlotte, NC), 8:00 p.m. ET, ABC Clemson could pull off an upset after gaining experience from last week’s matchup. Brian’s Pick: Clemson +2.5 Jordan’s Pick: SMU -2.5 DK Saturday Main Slate DFS Picks Record Year to Date: 24 Wins 28 Ties 31 Losses QuarterbackCade Klubnik, Clemson ($9,000) – Klubnik’s dual-threat ability makes him a strong play against SMU’s defense, which has struggled against top-tier QBs like Shough and Hoover. Rocco Becht, Iowa State ($7,600) – Becht is reliable as Iowa State continues to rely on the pass. Pair him with Jayden Higgins or Jaylin Noel for upside. Running BackBill Davis, ULL ($4,900) – The freshman has been productive, finding the end zone consistently. He’s a great value against Marshall’s porous run defense. Cam Skattebo, Arizona State ($10,300) – Skattebo’s workload and versatility make him a must-play, especially with Tyson out. Iowa State’s run defense struggles against explosive runners. Wide ReceiverGunnar Helm, Texas ($4,000) – Helm has delivered in big games, posting solid lines against top opponents. He’s a steal at this price. Bryant Wesco Jr, Clemson ($3,400) – Wesco’s role is growing, and he’s primed for a breakout. His downfield ability and SMU’s pass defense set him up for a strong outing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Week 14 College Football Picks, DFS Lineup Tips: FSU vs. Florida, Clemson vs. South Carolina, Syracuse vs. Miami, Ohio State vs. Michigan, Colorado vs. Oklahoma State, Georgia vs. Georgia Tech, USC vs. Notre Dame, Alabama vs. Auburn and more
    Nov 29 2024
    FRIDAY: Oregon State Beavers (+19.5) at No. 11 Boise State Broncos, Noon ET, FOX Oregon State impressed me last week—not great, but better than expected. Boise relies on Ashton Jeanty, and this is his Heisman moment. The Broncos have slowed, and the Beavers need this for bowl eligibility. Pick: Oregon State +19.5 FRIDAY: Oklahoma State Cowboys (+16.5) at No. 25 Colorado Buffaloes, Noon ET, ABC Travis Hunter’s Heisman case feels secure unless disaster strikes. Oklahoma State’s defense is porous, and Hunter should dominate. Pick: Colorado -16.5 FRIDAY: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (+19.5) at No. 7 Georgia Bulldogs, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC Georgia Tech’s keepaway approach could give them life, especially if Carson Beck commits an early mistake. Pick: Georgia Tech +19.5 No. 15 South Carolina Gamecocks (+2.5) at No. 12 Clemson Tigers, Noon ET, ESPN South Carolina is playoff-worthy. Their defensive line and offense are formidable enough to secure a road win. Pick: South Carolina +2.5 Michigan Wolverines (+20.5) at No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes, Noon ET, FOX Ohio State’s offensive line issues could finally catch up, and Michigan’s defensive front may exploit them. Pick: Michigan +20.5 No. 8 Tennessee Volunteers (-11.5) at Vanderbilt Commodores, Noon ET, ABC Nico’s success has come against weak teams. Vanderbilt won’t win but should keep it closer than expected. Pick: Vanderbilt +11.5 No. 5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (-7.5) at USC Trojans, 3:30 p.m. ET, CBS Notre Dame’s offense is clicking, and their defense will overwhelm USC. The Irish are CFP-ready. Pick: Notre Dame -7.5 No. 6 Miami Hurricanes (-10.5) at Syracuse Orange, 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN This feels like a trap game for Miami. Syracuse has enough firepower to pull off the upset in a shootout. Pick: Syracuse +10.5 Auburn Tigers (+11.5) at No. 13 Alabama Crimson Tide, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC Auburn’s reliance on Cam Coleman and Jarquez Hunter is clicking. They can exploit Alabama’s vulnerabilities. Pick: Auburn +11.5 No. 16 Arizona State (-9.5) at Arizona Wildcats, 3:30 p.m. ET, FOX Arizona State has been dominant, but Arizona can challenge them in this rivalry. Pick: Arizona +9.5 Florida Gators (-15.5) at Florida State Seminoles, 7:00 p.m. ET, ESPN2 Florida has been the team of the moment and should carry their momentum to cover here. Pick: Florida -15.5 Washington Huskies (+18.5) at No. 1 Oregon Ducks, 7:30 p.m. ET, NBC Oregon is better in every aspect and should win comfortably at home. Pick: Oregon -18.5 No. 3 Texas Longhorns (-5.5) at No. 20 Texas A&M Aggies, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC This rivalry means everything. A&M’s defense and home field give them an edge in a low-scoring battle. Pick: Texas A&M +5.5 No. 24 Kansas State Wildcats (+2.5) at No. 18 Iowa State Cyclones, 7:30 p.m. ET, FOX Iowa State seems destined to sneak into the Big 12 title. They should handle Kansas State at home. Pick: Iowa State -2.5 Nevada Wolf Pack (+17.5) at No. 22 UNLV Rebels, 8:00 p.m. ET, CBSSN Nevada has no chance against UNLV’s dominant offense at home. Pick: UNLV -17.5 DK Saturday Main Slate DFS Picks Record Year to Date: 21 Wins 28 Ties 28 Losses QuarterbackKevin Jennings, SMU ($7,000) – Jennings has been consistent, with near-300-yard games and multiple TDs. SMU will lean on him against Cal’s defense. Brady Cook, Missouri ($4,900) – Cook’s low price is a steal on senior day. Expect fireworks with Luther Burden’s final home game. Running BackCam Skattebo, Arizona State ($10,100) – Skattebo’s workload and versatility make him a must-play against Arizona’s weak defense. Jahiem White, West Virginia ($4,300) – White offers consistent production and should excel against Texas Tech’s struggling run defense. Wide ReceiverOronde Gadsden II, Syracuse ($5,200) – In a potential shootout with Miami, Gadsden is Syracuse’s best chance to stay competitive. Ashtyn Hawkins, Baylor ($3,600) – Hawkins offers value against Kansas’s poor slot coverage in a high-scoring game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Week 13 College Football Picks, DFS Lineup Tips: Ohio State vs. Indiana, Florida vs. Ole Miss, Virginia vs. SMU, Minnesota vs. Penn State, Kansas vs. Colorado, Army vs. Notre Dame, Oklahoma vs. Alabama, Auburn vs. Texas A&M
    Nov 21 2024
    No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers (+12.5) at No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes, Noon ET, FOX I’m doing a 180 on Indiana. I’ve doubted them before, but their perfect season has me more nervous about how they’ll perform as favorites rather than underdogs. Still, they have enough fight to stay within a dozen points. Pick: Indiana +12.5 No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels (-10.5) at Florida Gators, Noon ET, ABC The Gators capitalized on LSU mistakes last week, but DJ Lagway’s health and decision-making remain questionable. Ole Miss, with their consistent execution, should handle Florida comfortably. Pick: Ole Miss -10.5 No. 13 SMU Mustangs (-9.5) at Virginia Cavaliers, Noon ET, ESPN2 Virginia’s push for bowl eligibility adds intrigue, but SMU has consistently won by multiple scores this season. They’re a playoff dark horse and should continue their dominance here. Pick: SMU -9.5 No. 4 Penn State Nittany Lions (-12.5) at Minnesota Golden Gophers, 3:30 p.m. ET, CBS Penn State is solid but not spectacular, and this matchup feels low-scoring. Minnesota’s defense should help them cover this sizable spread. Pick: Minnesota +12.5 No. 14 BYU Cougars (+3.5) at No. 21 Arizona State Sun Devils, 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN BYU’s luck ran out last week, while Arizona State controls its Big 12 fate. With home-field advantage and a rising trajectory, the Sun Devils should prevail. Pick: Arizona State -3.5 No. 16 Colorado Buffaloes (-3.5) at Kansas Jayhawks, 3:30 p.m. ET, FOX Kansas delivered last week, and with a healthy Jalon Daniels, they can score with anyone. Expect another upset bid against Colorado. Pick: Kansas +3.5 No. 19 Army Black Knights (+14.5) vs. No. 6 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (Yankee Stadium), 7:00 p.m. ET, NBC Notre Dame has been dominant, but Army’s top-ranked scoring defense should make this a low-scoring, closer-than-expected contest. Pick: Army +14.5 No. 12 Boise State Broncos (-23.5) at Wyoming Cowboys, 7:00 p.m. ET, CBSSN Boise State is rolling, led by Jeanty’s dominance. Wyoming isn’t built to keep up with a top-tier team like this. Pick: Boise State -23.5 No. 7 Alabama Crimson Tide (-14.5) at Oklahoma Sooners, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC Oklahoma’s postseason hopes depend on an upset. However, Alabama and Jalen Milroe present too much firepower for the Sooners to handle this week. Pick: Alabama -14.5 No. 15 Texas A&M Aggies (-2.5) at Auburn Tigers, 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN This line is puzzling, but Auburn at home in a potential lookahead spot for Texas A&M makes them worth the pick. Pick: Auburn +2.5 DK Saturday Main Slate DFS Picks Record Year to Date: 19 Wins 25 Ties 21 Losses Quarterback Riley Leonard, Notre Dame ($9,500) – Leonard is a dual-threat QB with a high floor and ceiling against Virginia’s porous pass defense. He’s a great anchor for lineups with rushing TD upside. Cade Klubnik, Clemson ($8,600) – Klubnik has rebounded nicely, with three TDs against Virginia Tech. Facing Pitt’s struggling secondary, he’s a safe pick with rushing upside. Running Back Isaac Brown, Louisville ($6,700) – Brown is mispriced for his role, averaging 24+ fantasy points. He thrives in Louisville’s run-heavy scheme and is a must-play against Stanford’s poor run defense. Kaytron Allen, Penn State ($4,900) – If Nick Singleton sits, Allen becomes a lock for volume against Purdue. If Singleton plays, Allen still offers value but with limited exposure. Wide Receiver Will Sheppard, Colorado ($3,600) – Sheppard benefits from Colorado’s pass-heavy attack and has emerged as a value option with consistent targets and scoring potential. TJ Moore, Clemson ($3,200) – Moore’s consistency and low price make him an ideal salary saver. He’s shown increased involvement and could be due for a breakout game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 18 mins