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In The Zone With Anthony

In The Zone With Anthony

By: Anthony Smith
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Talking sports. College sports (football, basketball men and women's, baseball and softball. NFL, NBA, MLB, sports history Negro League Baseball History and HBCU reports.

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  • Episode 192- The Brendan Sorsby Saga: How College Football Reached Its Breaking Point

    Episode 192- The Brendan Sorsby Saga: How College Football Reached Its Breaking Point
    Jun 18 2026
    In one of the most controversial stories in recent college football history, Anthony Smith breaks down the complete Brendan Sorsby saga—from the NCAA's ruling of permanent ineligibility over sports gambling violations, to a courtroom injunction, involvement from multiple state attorneys general, the Big 12's unprecedented legal action against Texas Tech, and ultimately Sorsby's decision to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft.
    This episode takes listeners through the timeline of events, examines what could have happened had Sorsby taken the field in 2026, and explores the larger questions surrounding gambling, player accountability, conference authority, and the future of NCAA enforcement.
    Plus: 🏈 How the controversy unfolded step-by-step
    🏈 Why the Big 12 decided to take legal action
    🏈 The backlash Texas Tech could have faced
    🏈 What Sorsby's NFL Supplemental Draft decision means
    🏈 The growing influence of courts and state governments in college athletics
    🏈 Why gambling may be the biggest threat to college football's integrity moving forward
    Is this a story about redemption, accountability, or protecting the integrity of the game? Anthony Smith dives into all sides of the debate.
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    33 mins
  • Episode 191- "The NCAA's Power Struggle, The Cost of Sports, and the Wemby Factor"

    Episode 191- "The NCAA's Power Struggle, The Cost of Sports, and the Wemby Factor"
    Jun 9 2026
    🏈🏀 IN THE ZONE WITH ANTHONY 🎙️

    Who really controls college sports anymore?

    In this episode of In The Zone with Anthony, we break down the controversial court ruling that restored Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility and discuss why many believe the NCAA is losing its grip on college athletics. From legal battles and conference concerns to the changing landscape of college football, we examine what these developments could mean for the future of the game.

    Plus, we shift to the NBA and explore why Finals ticket prices are dropping despite the league's biggest stage, raising questions about affordability and fan access. Then we take a closer look at Victor Wembanyama, the future of the San Antonio Spurs, and why Karl-Anthony Towns may have revealed an important blueprint for slowing down one of basketball's most unique talents.

    It's a conversation about power, change, money, and the future of sports.

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    22 mins
  • Episode 190- Spats, Bags, and the End of an Era

    Episode 190- Spats, Bags, and the End of an Era
    Jun 4 2026
    Welcome back to another blockbuster edition of In The Zone with Anthony Smith! The sports world is moving fast, and we are tracking every single headline.
    ​On today's slate:
    ​WNBA Shake-Up: Paige Bueckers sets a massive new memorabilia record before her sophomore season even gets rolling. Meanwhile, we look at the internal tension with Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever after a fiery sideline moment and a massive two-hour air-clearing meeting.
    ​NBA Finals Game 1: Jalen Brunson plays the hero as the New York Knicks mount a gritty second-half comeback against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. We also break down the courtside fan incidents and Adam Silver's pressure on the Clippers' cap investigation.
    ​NFL Blockbusters & Training Camp News: End of an era—Russell Wilson officially retires after 14 seasons on the gridiron. Plus, Christian Watson secures a massive $110M bag from Green Bay, George Pickens keeps the rumor mill spinning in Pittsburgh, and Jared Verse brings a brand-new swagger to Cleveland.
    ​Don't forget to hit that subscribe button, rate, review, and follow In The Zone on all platforms so you never miss an episode!

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    33 mins
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