The SKOR North Gophers Show - A Gophers Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Ross Brendel and James Murphy discuss the final 2020 men's hoops roster which will not include Minnesota prep star, Kerwin Walton after he chose North Carolina earlier this week. The two also reviewed the Gophers that were selected in the 2020 NFL Draft and what it means for their futures...
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill breakdown the 5 Gophers selected in this years NFL Draft including Antoine Winfield Jr. and Tyler Johnson being selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Darren "Doogie" Wolfson from KSTP Channel 5 and The Scoop Podcast joined Ross Brendel to break down what he's hearing on Antoine Winfield Jr., Tyler Johnson, Carter Coughlin and all the Gophers ahead of this weekends NFL Draft. Doogie also has a bold take on St. John's Tackle, Ben Bartch.
Economist and Economics Professor, King Banaian joined Ross Brendel to breakdown the economic impact of COVID-19 on the Gophers athletic department and college athletics in general. The two also discussed the current economics of professional sports and some other fun topics too!
James Murphy and Ross Brendel breakdown a busy of week of transfers for the Gopher men's hoops squad and they discuss what Gophers in the NFL draft could look good in a Vikings uniform.
Manny Hill and Ross Brendel discussed the transfer of Liam Robbins to Minnesota from Drake and what it means or does not mean for the Gopher men's hoops program. Manny and Ross also discussed which men's program is closest to winning a national championship.
Marcus Carr has declared for the NBA Draft, but will he actually go? Ross Brendel and James Murphy discuss. The two also speculated on if Rashod Bateman has played his last game in a Gopher football uniform AND what will delay or postpone next years Gopher football spring game?
Manny Hill and Ross Brendel get together while in quarantine and discuss the most exciting Gophers games of the last 5 years, Manny's thoughts on Daniel Oturu going to the NBA and they also predict where Antoine Winfield Jr. will be drafted in next April's NFL Draft!
Ross Brendel and James Murphy breakdown Daniel Oturu's decision to head to the NBA and what it means for the 2020-2021 Gopher men's basketball team.
Ross Brendel and James Murphy discussed the latest Gophers sports news to come out during the COVID-19 outbreak. Topics included hoops recruiting and a new member of the College Football Hall of Fame!
Ross also caught up with KWYR Sports Director, Chris Doski in South Dakota to discuss a number of Minnesota kids who had their careers cut short in college basketball due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Ross Brendel and James Murphy discussed the Coronavirus and its impact on them personally and how it effects the sports landscape. The two also discussed the U's decision to bring back Richard Pitino.
Manny Hill and Ross Brendel breakdown the Gophers chances in the Big Ten Tournament. What are realistic expectations for this upcoming weekend in Indy?
Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of Channel 5 and The Scoop podcast on SKOR North joins Ross Brendel to discuss Daniel Oturu and his potential to enter next year's NBA draft. The two also discuss whether or not Richard Pitino will return to the bench next season? Other topics discussed included the annual football spring game and Gopher women's basketball!
- Judd Zulgad joined Ross Brendel to talk Gopher men's hockey as they prep for the Big Ten tournament and a home series with Notre Dame.
- What are the odds the Pride On Ice wins a National Championship in the next 5 years?
- Judd and Ross also speculate on Richard Pitino's future at the University of Minnesota with the Gophers.
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill are joined by SKOR North and Garage Logic's, Chris Reuvers (some relation to Wisconsin's Nate Reuvers) who has something he needs to get off of his chest with Gophers fans. The three also discussed if Richard Pitino will return in 2020, Gophers football in 2020 and Big Ten hockey.
Ross Brendel, Manny Hill and James Murphy lay out the reasons for and against Richard Pitino returning as the Gophers basketball coach in 2020-2021. The boys also hope to start a new Gophers Show tradition by discussing random Minnesota Gophers of the past.
Tim McNiff joined Manny Hill and Ross Brendel to discuss Gophers hoops after they got back to .500 with their win over Northwestern. The guys also discussed expectations for the the football team in 2020 and revisited the Miracle On Ice!
- Ross Brendel and Phil Mackey discussed the current state of Gophers hoops after another tough home loss...
- Is a change at head coach coming?
- What are realistic expectations for the program?
Ross Brendel, James Murphy and Manny Hill preview the Gophers and Iowa on Sunday from The Barn. Also, why can't the Gophers ever win on the road? AND, what two Big Ten teams will go the farthest in the NCAA tournament?
Jess Myers from The Rink Live joins Ross Brendel to talk some Gopher hockey. The two discussed whether or not the team can win the Big Ten and even make the NCAA tournament? Other topics included possible editions to Big Ten hockey and the best college arena in the state.
Ross Brendel and Daniel House discuss the Gophers latest win over Wisconsin and what it does for their tournament hopes. The boys also discuss plenty of football news and notes from the past week. What are the odds of the football team winning a national championship? Plus, Tim Brewster has a new job...
Daniel House and James Murphy are in to discuss the Gophers dropping a game on the road to the Illini. How many wins do the Gophers need down the stretch to keep their NCAA Tournament hopes alive?
James Murphy and Daniel House are along for this episode. Gophers knock off Ohio State on the road. They talk about the impact Marcus Carr provides and why he might be the most important player on this team.
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill offer up their takes on Gopher hoops and their odds of getting to the NCAA tournament. They also have some fun discussing Gophers that have played in the Super Bowl.
Ross Brendel, James Murphy and Daniel House are in to talk about the Gophers wins against Michigan and Penn State. Will Daniel Oturu be returning for his Junior season with the Gophers? The guys have some thoughts.
Ross Brendel, James Murphy and Daniel House discuss the Gopher men's hoops latest loss to Michigan State and Antoine Winfield's jump to the NFL.
Daniel House, Ross Brendel and James Murphy are in to break down Minnesota's victory over Auburn in the Outback Bowl. They also discuss Mike Sanford being named Co-Offensive Coordinator, and touch on Gopher Basketball.
*Phil Mackey, Judd Zulgad & Manny Hill dive into the Gophers' 31-24 win over Auburn in the Outback Bowl and what the win means for the program. Does this change the outlook of the program?
Daniel House joins James Murphy to break down Minnesota's January 1st Bowl Game match-up against Auburn. Daniel gives his keys to a victory for the Gophers. House and Murph also take a look at the recent success of the Gopher Basketball team, following wins against Clemson, Ohio State and Oklahoma State.
Ross Brendel, Manny Hill and KSTP TV's, Darren "Doogie" Wolfson breakdown the early signing period and preview the Outback Bowl on New Year's Day!
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill discuss the Gophers bid to the Outback Bowl and what it means for the program. Can the Gophers beat Auburn?
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill discuss all the good from this years 10-2 team and also a little bit of the bad.
Daniel House, Ross Brendel and James Murphy are all back for the regular season finale...podcast edition. The boys look at why the Gophers lost on Saturday and take a look ahead to Bowl Season.
Mackey & Judd react to the Gophers loss to Wisconsin on Saturday and discuss whether or not it changes the outlook on the program. Was P.J. Fleck outcoached by Paul Chryst? *What bowl game could the Gophers be headed to?
Former Golden Gopher Ben Utecht joins to share his Gopher football excitement. Colten Bartholomew from the Wisconsin State Journal helps us deep dive into Wisconsin. *Manny and Ross discuss the overall Gophers and Badger rivalry.
James Murphy and Daniel House react to the Gophers victory over Northwestern. They break down how the Gophers can beat Wisconsin and talk about what this game means for the program.
Megan Ryan from the Star Tribune helps preview the Gophers and Northwestern. Teddy Greenstein from the Chicago Tribune tells us what has went wrong with the Wildcats in 2019.
Daniel House and James Murphy are in to break down the Gophers 23-19 loss at Iowa. Where do they go from here?
Former Gopher QB Bryan Cupito shares Gopher memories and offers up his thoughts on the current squad. Adam Rossow from Hawkeye Headquarters provides insight on Iowa.
Daniel House and James Murphy are in to break down the stunning win for the Gophers. They also take an early look at the match up vs Iowa.
Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck joined Golic & Wingo (5-9a weekdays on SKOR North) to recap the biggest Gophers football win in years. Hear the inside story of his motivational method before the game, and much more!
Phil Mackey hosts an emergency episode of the SKOR North Gophers Show after perhaps the biggest win in 50 years! Doogie and Judd Zulgad join as guests.
Ben Jones from StateCollege.com provides insight on Penn State. Is this game more important for Penn State or the Gophers? *Manny Hill joins to discuss the November ahead and expectations for the Gophers.
Manny Hill and Ross Brendel breakdown the University of Minnesota's decision to give P.J. Fleck a 7 year contract extension.
Former Gophers kicker joined Mackey & Judd with Ramie today to discuss the 20 year anniversary of his game winning kick over #2 Penn St. 20 years ago and what his thoughts are on this current Gophers squad and the path it took to get here.
A bonus SKOR North Gophers Show segment brought to you by Mackey & Judd with Ramie when Gophers Football Head Coach PJ Fleck joined the boys to preview this weekend's Gophers/Penn St. Battle of the Undefeated.
Daniel House, Ross Brendel and James Murphy are all in on this edition of the show. They break down next week's big match-up of the Undefeated, as Penn State comes to town.
Phil Mackey joins to discuss his favorite Gopher football memories. Former Gopher Linebacker, Pete Najarian offers up his thoughts on the program and the 8-0 start. *What would ESPN's College GameDay do for Minnesota?
Andy Greder from the Pioneer Press joins to discuss...
- Casey O'Brien and his wonderful day against Rutgers.
- Is P.J. Fleck about to get a big pay raise?
- Keys to beating Maryland.
James Murphy and Daniel House are in to break down the 42-7 victory over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. They also preview Maryland and take a look around the rest of the Big 10.
Rutgers beat reporter, James Kratch joins Ross Brendel and offers up his thoughts on Rutgers, P.J. Fleck and the Gophers. Can the Gophers win 10 games? *Is Ohio State National Championship good?
In case you missed Mackey & Judd on Tuesday here's former Gopher great Pete Najarian joining the show to talk about his excitement level for the 6-0 Gophers Football squad.
The band is back together! Ross Brendel joins Daniel House and James Murphy in this special edition of the Gophers show. They break down the victory over Nebraska and look ahead at some updated expectations now that the Gophers are 6-0.
Joshua Perry from the Big Ten Network joins to discuss the Gophers and Big Ten. It is "Chair Week". We discuss a great fundraiser taking place this weekend!
James Murphy and Daniel House are in to break down the Gophers 40-17 victory over Illinois. They also take an early look at next week's game against Nebraska
Bob Asmussen from the Champaign News-Gazzette joins to...
Preview this Saturday's Gophers and Illini game. Provide his thoughts on P.J. Fleck. *Who will win the West?
Daniel House joins James Murphy to break down the Gophers victory over Purdue. They also take a look at the rest of the conference as Big10 play begins.
Mike Carmin from the Lafayette Journal & Courier joins to discuss... Is this a revenge game for Purdue? Should Purdue and Minnesota have the same program expectations? Who will play QB for Purdue this Saturday?
Have the Gophers turned the corner? Gopher memories with Tim. *Will the Gophers ever be nationally relevant?
Daniel House and James Murphy recap the 35-32 victory over Georgia Southern -- and all of the various ups and downs for PJ Fleck's squad. How should we feel after this one?
Ross, Daniel and Murph are all back for this special midweek edition of the show. We review the Fresno State game from Saturday, and Preview Georgia Southern
- Will it be too hot in the valley for the Gophers?
- Not a week 2 pushover for either team.
- Jeff Tedford is a really good coach.
Daniel House and James Murphy discuss the 28-21 victory over SDSU. Have their opinions about this team changed?
Megan Ryan, of the Star Tribune joins Ross Brendel and James Murphy to talk about her piece on Gopher wide-out Tyler Johnson. We also talk about how the injury to Zack Annexstad will affect the team in 2019.
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill are joined by former Gophers tight end Super Bowl Champion and musician Ben Utecht. Ben discusses an upcoming performance in Burnsville, his music career, and reminisces on his playing days with both the Gophers and Indianapolis.
- Daniel House and James Murphy join Ross Brendel.
- Daniel breaks down 2020 recruits.
- The boys predict the final record for the 2019 Gopher Football Team
- Farewell to Jordan Murphy and Amir Coffey
Ross Brendel and Manny Hill discuss the news that Amir Coffey will stay in the NBA Draft and not return to the Gopher Basketball Program; Will Amir be drafted? What are his best chances to succeed at the next level? How does Richard Pitino now replace 60% of his starting lineup from last season? Ross and Manny play a quick game to guess what times the Gopher Football team's non-conference games start
- Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins Ross Brendel and James Murphy to preview Gopher football in 2019.
- What's up with all the de-commits as of late?
- Can the Gophers makes some noise in the B1G West?
Daniel Murph and Ross break down recruiting for both Gopher Football and Basketball. Who should you keep an eye on over the next 4 years?
Ross Brendel and Daniel House breakdown the Gophers annual spring game. The Gophers receivers are REALLY good. *Who is the starting QB?
Ross Brendel, James Murphy and Daniel House in the...house. Letter grades for the Gopher Basketball season as a whole. Gopher Football recruiting preview. Who's coming back?
*Ross Brendel and Manny Hill share their thoughts on Jerry Kill's comments on P.J. Fleck in a recent national radio interview.