Today, Andy recaps the Texas Tech game, and then is joined by Geoff Mitchell of The FrogCast to preview the game against TCU. Topics discussed: -The offense didn't play any better against Texas Tech -The defense played pretty well. -Mike Lee is a monster. TCU Preview -How are the TCU fans dealing with this season? -What happened to this team? -Is the change at QB a good thing for TCU? -Deep passing threats and running woes. -Source of the defensive problems. -What is the most important matchup in Saturday's game? -How worried are you about this game? -Turpin no longer with the team. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Geoff on Twitter: @TheFrogCast_TCU We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Seth Jungman of the Texas Tech site Staking the Plains to preview this Saturday's Texas Tech game. Topics discussed:-Overall impression of the season so far? -QB injury situation. -How concerned are you about the QB situation against this Kansas? -What guys stand out on offense? -Is this defense any good at all, or just fortunate in the last few weeks? -How strong is the front 7 for TTU? -How crazy is the Big 12? -How optimistic are you for Texas Tech in terms of competing for the Big 12 title? -Rivalries. -Predictions. -Basketball talk. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Seth on Twitter: @sethc_j Follow Staking The Plains: @stakingtheplain We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Steve Fetch of Rock Chalk Talk and Jesse Newell of The Kansas City Star to preview the upcoming Kansas Basketball season. Topics discussed: -Surprised by the Doug Meacham firing? -Adidas Trial -Starting Lineup -Ranking the contributors. -How comparable are KJ Lawson and Marcus Garrett? -Best Non-conference game. -Toughest two-game stretch? -How much does the defense improve? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Fetch on Twitter: @moops Follow Jesse on Twitter: @jessenewell We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Ryne to recap the first half of the Kansas Football season, discuss the bye week developments, and try to project what we can expect to see in the second half of the season. Topics discussed: -Takeaways from the first half of the season. 3rd in fumbles -Pooka Williams and his hot start. -Surprised that David Beaty still has his job? -Tug of War on offense between Beaty and Doug Meacham. -How does Jeff Long allow this move? -Anything you are looking forward to for the rest of the year? -Will Carter Stanley play again this year? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Ryne on Twitter: @hawkjock_ku We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap the West Virginia game. Topics discussed: -Strong turnover performance by the defense. -How much of that was Will Grier playing poorly, and how much was the defense playing well? -QB Carousel returns. -Anything positive to say about the offense? -David Beaty's postgame reaction. How much to read into it. -Mike and Andy completely mess up the timing of the Hassan Defense "incomplete pass" that should have been a pick, courtesy of the ESPN play-by-play. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Bart Keeler of The Smoking Musket to preview tomorrow's game against West Virginia. Topics discussed: -Perfect opponent for Homecoming? -Who besides Will Grier will we hear a bunch about on Saturday? -How do you attack the West Virginia defense? -Is running inside or outside more effective? -How might the defense potentially disrupt West Virginia’s offense? -What would have to happen for Kansas to keep this close? -Predictions. -Kansas has improved. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Bart on Twitter: @bartimusprime19 Follow Smoking Musket on Twitter: @smokingmusket We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap a surprising game against Oklahoma State. Topics discussed: -What surprised you more, Carter Stanley starting or the fact he played so well? -Did the OL actually play better, or was Stanley just making them look better? -Does Carter Stanley get the starting nod the rest of the way? -David Beaty’s best hope to keep his job. -Disappointed in Pooka’s performance? -Steven Sims big game. -Root of the defensive secondary problem. -Lack of defensive pressure. -Lessons learned to take into West Virginia. -Any chance Kansas State is worse than KU? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by multiple guests to recap the Baylor game and preview Late Night in the Phog and the Oklahoma State game. Topics discussed: Baylor Recap with Mike: Worst part of the Baylor game? Worried we won’t see Miles Kendrick again this season? Timeout usage Late Night with Kyle: 2 Chainz: Good selection? What do we expect from this scrimmage? Lagerald Vick Post matchups. Quentin Grimes Oklahoma State with Mitch: Expectations for Oklahoma State coming into the year? Early season Oklahoma State results. Justice Hill vs Pooka Williams How does the offense run? Any concerns about turnovers? How can Kansas compete in this game? The OSU defensive line. Concerns about the Kansas defense? Prediction. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister_brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS Follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleDavis21 Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MichaelPGift and @tapedoesntliepd We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by to recap a surprising win against Rutgers and what it means for this team. He is then joined by David Fankhouser to look ahead to the Baylor matchup Topics discussed: Rutgers with Grad: -Biggest surprise from the game. -How did this happen? -Just how bad is Rutgers? -Will David Beaty ever NOT have a game where he thinks about going for a 4th down, call a timeout, and then punt/kick? (h/t @TJFsports) -Defense: Is it this good or just really lucky? -QB play: Any improvement possible? -Conventional wisdom says Kendrick should be the starter and the run game should replace the dink and dunk passes. But will the coaching staff follow conventional wisdom? (h/t @gimmethewooby) -Pooka for Heisman? -PFF Focus: Pooka, Mike Lee and Bryce Torneden on the national team. -How many wins would it take for Beaty to get another year? (h/t @SuttonNealKU) -Is Kansas the worst team in the Big 12 right now? -Will Kansas break the conference road losing streak this year as well? -Looking ahead to Baylor, how competitive do you think this game will be? KU-Baylor with David: -How has Matt Rhule dealt with the trying circumstances of his position? -How big was the lost recruiting class in the wake of the scandal? -Did the first couple of games affect expectations for this team? -Given the performance against Duke, how worried are you about the Kansas defensive front? -Importance/likelihood of turnovers. -How will Baylor handle the trio of running backs for Kansas? -Other critical matchups for this game. -Predictions. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Josh Klingler of 610 Sports and the IMG Sports Network to talk Kansas Women's Soccer, and by David Anderson of On The Banks to talk about the Kansas-Rutgers Football game this weekend. Topics discussed: Kansas Women's Soccer with Josh: -How did you get involved with calling the games? -Was this team expected to be this good? -Katie McClure and Grace Hagan -Sarah Peters in Goal -Differences between the college soccer game and more familiar versions of soccer. KU-Rutgers with David: -What have you seen from Rutgers this year that might make you think they are trending up? -Is Art Sitkowski expected to play? -Evaluation the Rutgers program the last few years. -Surprised by the betting line? -Biggest keys to the game. -Predictions -Is this game going to be as painful as everyone expects? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Josh on Twitter: @joshklingler Follow On The Banks on Twitter: @OTB_SBNation Find On The Banks at www.onthebanks.com You can visit David's personal site: www.bigdippin.com We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike Plank to talk about a once-in-a-lifetime occurence, witnessing a road win in person. Topics Include: -How did you celebrate? -Biggest star from the game. -Joe Dineen Jr on the PFF National Defense Team for Week 2. -Any concern that Steven Sims Jr and Khalil Herbert weren't more involved? -Evaluating the QB play. -Pooka Williams continued availability questions -Any changes in your expectations? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Steve Fetch to talk basketball schedule, and James Jimenez of Hustle Belt to preview the Kansas-Central Michigan game. Topics Include: CMU preview -What’s different about this team from last year? -Lessons from CMU-Kentucky game. -CMU Defensive Line play. -Kansas Offensive line woes. -Any other important matchups? -Tony Poljan as a dual-threat QB. -Predictions. Basketball schedule -Anything weird in the conference schedule? -Difficult stretches? -Surprise teams in the Big 12 this year. -Big Monday/College Gameday appearances Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Steve on Twitter: @moops Folow James on Twitter: @AVKingJames and @HustleBelt You can catch the other Hustle Belt coverage of the MAC at www.hustlebelt.com We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap the season opening loss against Nicholls State. Topics discussed: -Any surprise from the game? -Twitter Topic (via @loganzane512) -Areas of improvement -Areas of regression -Twitter Topic (via DMeredith28): Game management -Which Beaty game management decision was the worst? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via KCHoulton): Why does Beaty think KU should be the only team in the FBS to start an immobile QB? Also is it bad that said immobile QB is also inaccurate? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @KCDave85): Why can’t we just #FireBeaty before the next game and use an interim? -Twitter Topic (via @Orey222): Triple option -Destroying the “Emmet” fan. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by David to preview the Nicholls State game. Topics discussed: -Are you looking forward to this game? -Anything specific about Nicholls State that worries you? -How conservative are you expecting Kansas to be in this game? -Who is the most important player for Kansas in this upcoming game? -Overall tone of the game? -Worst/Best case scenarios. Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow David on Twitter: @DavidStatGuy We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Grad to break down some NCAA Basketball news and try to bring some sanity back to the Kansas Football season predictions. Topics discussed: -Thoughts on the RPI being replaced? -Anything about the new metric (NET) that you don't like? -Bender as the QB? -Do you see any improvement for the offensive line? -How will the nonconference schedule go? Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Jill Dorsey-Hall to preview the volleyball season and Clayton Trutor of Down the Drive to discuss his shocking Big 12 predictions. Topics discussed: Jill Dorsey-Hall on Volleyball: -Strengths of the team this year? -How well are they replacing the big pieces they lost from last year? -Brutal non-conference schedule. How well is this team equipped to handle the tough slate? -Strength of the Big 12 conference. Clayton Trutor on Big 12 Predictions: -What made you think that Kansas would be able to get 6 wins? -Potential Offensive Prowess and the QB race (this was recorded before Kansas named Peyton Bender as the starter). -Breaking down the full predictions - WVU at 1, TCU at 9, ISU at 10. -Is this the year the bottom falls out for Texas Tech? Follow Jill on Twitter: @jilldorseyhall Follow Clayton on Twitter: @ClaytonTrutor Check out Clayton's predictions here: https://www.downthedrive.com/2018/8/15/17687614/clayton2018cfbpreviewpart2big12big10 We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Scott Chasen of Phog.net to preview the Kansas Football season -Phog.net and recruiting coverage -Biggest story to come out of camp this year. -Biggest area of concern heading into the season. -Can you blame the fans for not being optimistic this year? -The hiring of Mike Vollmar -Bare minimum number of wins for Beaty to keep his job? -Breakout player this year. -How big is the loss of Kezelee Flomo? Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @jessenewell): What is the most underrated advanced stat? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @fizzle406): Who is on the Mount Rushmore of people named Scott? -What has been your favorite story to write since starting at Phog.net? Miles Kendrick: https://247sports.com/Article/Kansas-football-QB-competition-Miles-Kendrick-eager-to-disprove-stereotypes-120591991/ Peyton Bender: https://247sports.com/Article/KU-footballs-Peyton-Bender-learned-valuable-lesson-from-suicide-of-Washington-State-QB-Tyler-Hilinski-120565856/ Chayse Todd: https://247sports.com/Article/Thats-my-why-KU-football-target-2019-3-star-OL-Chayse-Todd-inspired-by-mother-118483217/ We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy kicks off the new season of the podcast with Jesse Newell of the Kansas City Star. Topics discussed: -What has been the biggest story for you to come out of camp this year? -Can you really blame fans for their lack of optimism about this team? -Does the hiring of Mike Vollmar show that maybe the administrative support for David Beaty hasn't necessarily been there? -Is there a bare minimum number of wins for Beaty to keep his job? -Assuming Beaty doesn't light the world on fire, how big of a hindrance is the $3M buyout to making a change? -Which of your bold predictions do you think is the most likely to happen? Least likely? -What is the biggest area of concern with this team heading into the season, and why is it the offensive line? -How has KU managed to be last in ypg every year since 2010? -Who on the roster is going to be a breakout star this year? Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @ChasenScott): What is your sushi order? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @WillCorker): If KU wins the National Title this season, is Self a top 10 all time coach? We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy joined by Fetch to recap the offseason of surprises and look ahead to a stacked basketball team. Topics discussed: -What was more surprising, Legerald Vick returning or Sam Cunliffe transferring? -Sam Cunliffe transferring - was that because he wanted to play right away or didn’t think he was going to be able to get into the lineup in the next 3 years? -Legerald Vick returning. Is there any chance he is going to get as much playing time this year as last year? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @kyledavis21): O/U on T-Rob’s 7.2 min/game for David McCormack this season? -ESPN BPI #1 is Kansas and Big 12. Deserved? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @kyldavis21): Chances we see an all state-of-Kansas preseason Big 12 first team? -Any likelihood for any players to redshirt? Ochai Agbaji or Mitch Lightfoot? -Way too early lineup predictions. -Rivalry Renewed? Thoughts on it? -Sherron Collins was quoted as saying that he still “hates everything about Missouri”. Do you still feel the same way? -What to expect from the changes to the Summer Recruiting Period. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy and Mike are joined again by special guests Ryne McNeely and Fitz from the new hawkjock.com to talk Kansas Football Topics discussed: -Comparing Sheahon Zenger to Historical Leaders: Which parallel is best? -Is this Beaty's last year on the sidelines? And if not, what happened to save his job? -Was Beaty the right KIND of hire to make back in 2015? -Who would have been the right guy to hire back in 2015? -How important is having the right quarterback? -Why has KU been so bad at recruiting, identifying and then improving quarterback play in the years since Reesing? -Can searching for a transfer QB lead to long term success, or do we need to develop a young guy? -What positive developments have you seen over the summer? -Any individual players that you expect to break out next year? We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy and Mike are joined by special guests Ryne McNeely and Fitz from the new hawkjock.com to talk Kansas Football Topics discussed: -Introducing Fitz and Ryne from the new hawkjock.com. -What brought them to cover KU Football? -Why your own site instead of latching on with another outlet? -What has been your favorite thing to cover since you started? -Surprised by how many people actually want deep coverage of the KU Football team? -State of the Program: How has this worst 10-year stretch in program history affected the fanbase? Recruiting? -Any programs you can look to for hope of getting out of this quickly? -What qualities should KU be looking for in a new AD? -Beaty's hype-ability may have actually been his downfall. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by David to discuss the newest Jayhawks in the NBA. Topics discussed: Any surprises in the selections? Devonte Graham to Charlotte. How will that work out? Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk to the Lakers. How does he fit in? Malik Newman signs contract with the Lakers. Billy Preston hasn't signed yet. Any ideas where he fits? We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to talk about stadium renovations and the timing of the Zenger firing. We also play David's reaction to the firing. Topics discussed: -David's reaction to Zenger's firing. -Speculating as to the reason for the timing of his firing. -Is there an "ideal" time to fire an athletic director? -What is the rationale behind a multi-million dollar renovation now? -Will any of these upgrades actually help the team directly? -Any concern about losing the view in the south end zone? -What are we looking for in the next AD? We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to kick off the summer football season, catch up on the offseason news, and preview some exciting coverage coming up on Rock Chalk Talk. Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the news breaking about the Sheahon Zenger firing. Today's Topics Include: -Anything encouraging from the Spring Game? -Talking Miles Kendrick and the QB competition. -Will Corione Harris start? If he doesn't, who's to blame? -KU 2017 Defensive Quiz. -Dorance Armstrong drafted in the 4th round by the Dallas Cowboys. -Jayhawks in the NFL. -Programming Preview: 100 Days To Kansas Football. -Matt Baty and blaming fans. -Recapping successful postseasons for Women's Tennis and Men's Golf. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Andy rounds up the gang to talk about the surprise firing of Sheahon Zenger, and what it means for David Beaty and the football program this year. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.