Turron Davenport in Studio, How involved should Cam Ward be in the Titans' coaching search? | NFL | Hour 1 (12-18-25)
ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter joins Next Man Up in studio. They discuss how involved Cam Ward should be during the Titans' coaching search.
45m Dec 18, 2025
45m
Cam Ward's Ups and Downs + Does the NFL have a QB development issue? & Quick Preds' Thoughts | NFL & NHL | Hour 3 (12-17-25)
Jake and Cory break down the ups and downs of Cam Ward's rookie year. Does the NFL have a quarterback development issue? The guys wrap up Wednesday's show with some quick Nashville Predator thoughts.
37m Dec 17, 2025
37m
Cory Reacts to Fernando Mendoza Winning the Heisman + Vols' QB Jake Merklinger to Enter the Transfer Portal | CFB | Hour 2 (12-17-25)
Cory reacts to Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman Trophy. Additionally, how do the guys think Diego Pavia's NFL draft stock will be affected after the weekend? Also, Vols' QB Jake Merklinger announced that he plans on entering the transfer portal. Will Tennessee pursue an experienced quarterback for next season?
40m Dec 17, 2025
40m
Cory Curtis in Studio, Dennard Wilson Responds to Arden Key's Comments + Dolphins BENCHING Tua | NFL | Hour 1 (12-17-25)
Cory Curtis from News 2 joins Next Man Up in studio. They react to the Titans' 37-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers last Sunday. Also, they address defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson's latest comments towards Arden Key. Also, the Miami Dolphins are benching quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and are turning to rookie Quinn Ewers. Is this the right move?
46m Dec 17, 2025
46m
Preds' Talk + AFC Playoff Picture | NHL & NFL | Hour 3 (12-16-25)
The guys open the final hour with some Preds' talk. Nashville beat the St. Louis Blues 5-2 last night and has won 7 out of its last 10. Then, they take a look at the wide-open AFC playoff picture.
39m Dec 16, 2025
39m
CFP Predictions & Scott Ramsey Previews Music City Bowl | CFB & NFL | Hour 2 (12-16-25)
The guys make their predictions for the College Football Playoff and who they think will win the National Championship. Then, Scott Ramsey of the Nashville Sports Council joins the show to preview the Music City Bowl between Tennessee and Illinois.
41m Dec 16, 2025
41m
Scott Ramsey (12-16-25)
Scott Ramsey of the Nashville Sports Council joins the show to preview the Music City Bowl between Tennessee and Illinois.
10m Dec 16, 2025
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Titans Offensive Line Progress & CFB Transfer Portal Mania | NFL & CFB | Hour 1 (12-16-25)
Nick Frazier joins Jake Lyman today on Next Man Up. They break down the progress of the Titans' offensive line. Then, the guys examine the college football transfer portal and ask themselves if the Vols or Vandy could add an experienced quarterback.
44m Dec 16, 2025
44m
Titans Need to Raise the Floor of Their Talent Roster + Chiefs Lose Mahomes | NFL | Hour 3 (12-15-25)
Jake and Parker explain why the Titans need to raise the talent floor of their roster over the offseason. Plus, the Kansas City Chiefs lost Patrick Mahomes yesterday to a torn ACL. They will travel to Nashville next weekend to take on the Titans. Does Tennessee have a chance to get its third win of the year?
40m Dec 15, 2025
40m
Diego Pavia's Weekend in NYC + College Football Playoff Scheduling Mess | CFB | Hour 2 (12-15-25)
Jake and Parker kick off hour two by addressing Diego Pavia's weekend in NYC after finishing as the runner-up in the Heisman Trophy race to Fernando Mendoza. Then, they share some brief thoughts on the College Football Playoff schedule.
40m Dec 15, 2025
40m
Reaction: Titans Fall to 49ers 37-24 + What to make of Cam Ward's performance? | NFL | Hour 1 (12-15-25)
Jake Lyman and Parker Kelley react to the Titans falling on the road yesterday to the 49ers 37-24. What do the guys make of Cam Ward's performance? Where can he improve in the final three games?
45m Dec 15, 2025
45m
Max Herz in Studio Talking Preds | NHL | Hour 3 (12-12-25)
Max Herz joins Next Man Up in studio to recap the Preds' big win last night over the St. Louis Blues 7-2. Steven Stamkos scored four goals for the team in the win. Plus, the guys preview the Preds' road matchup tomorrow night in Colorado versus the Avalanche.
37m Dec 12, 2025
37m
Diego Pavia in NYC for the Heisman Trophy Ceremony + Predicting Monday Headlines | CFB & NFL | Hour 2 (12-12-25)
Diego Pavia has been in New York City this week for the Heisman Trophy presentation tomorrow night. Will he bring home the hardware? Plus, the guys predict their Monday headlines.
41m Dec 12, 2025
41m
TNF Recap + How important are the Titans' next two games for draft order? & Michigan Coaching Search | NFL & CFB | Hour 1 (12-12-25)
Connor Nute is in with Jake Lyman today. They recap the Atlanta Falcons' comeback in the fourth quarter to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last night on Thursday Night Football. Then, the guys discuss how important the Titans' next two games are for draft order. They finish the hour by addressing where Michigan should start its coaching search after the firing of Sherrone Moore.
45m Dec 12, 2025
45m
Titans' Offensive Line Gaining a Boost of Confidence? + Vols Hire Jim Knowles | NFL & CFB | Hour 3 (12-11-25)
Jake and TD discuss whether the Titans' offensive line is gaining a boost of confidence after their performance in Cleveland. Also, the Vols hire Jim Knowles as their next defensive coordinator. Is this a home run hire?
37m Dec 11, 2025
37m
Talk to TD + Philip Rivers Back in the NFL & Who will win the AFC South? | NFL | Hour 2 (12-11-25)
Callers and texters get their questions in for TD for the first half of the second hour. Then, TD reacts to the news of Philip Rivers unretiring and signing with the Indianapolis Colts. Plus, the guys discuss who will win a wide-open AFC South.
44m Dec 11, 2025
44m
Turron Davenport in Studio Talking Titans | NFL | Hour 1 (12-11-25)
ESPN NFL Nation Titans reporter Turron Davenport joins Jake Lyman in studio today. They address Cam Ward's postgame comments following the Browns' win last Sunday. What do they make of them? Also, what does Cam Ward need to do to finish the season strong?
42m Dec 11, 2025
42m
More Titans Talk + Chim Dike is the BEST Titans Rookie This Season | NFL | Hour 3 (12-10-25)
Jake and Cory wrap up Wednesday's show with some Titans talk. The guys discuss how Chim Dike is by far the best Titans' rookie this season.
37m Dec 10, 2025
37m
CFP Drama + Andrew Allegretta | CFB | Hour 2 (12-10-25)
Jake and Cory discuss the latest drama with Notre Dame and the College Football Playoff. Did they actually get snubbed? Then, the voice of Vanderbilt Football Andrew Allegretta joins us to talk about Diego Pavia's upcoming trip to New York City for the Heisman Trophy ceremony.
44m Dec 10, 2025
44m
Andrew Allegretta (12-10-25)
Voice of Vanderbilt Football Andrew Allegretta joins Next Man Up to discuss Diego Pavia going to New York City for the Heisman Trophy Ceremony.
13m Dec 10, 2025
13m
44-Year-Old Philip Rivers Signs with the Colts + Cory Reacts to the Titans Win in Cleveland | NFL | Hour 1 (12-10-25)
Cory Curtis of News 2 joins Next Man Up in studio. They react to the breaking news of 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers signing with the Indianapolis Colts. Plus, they recap the Titans' 31-29 in Cleveland last Sunday.
46m Dec 10, 2025
46m
Titans' Biggest Offseason Needs + Philip Rivers RETURNING to the Colts | NFL | Hour 3 (12-09-25)
The guys explain what positions the Titans need to target in the offseason. Plus, Philip Rivers is coming out of retirement to return to the Indianapolis Colts. Jake and Nick react.
40m Dec 09, 2025
40m
Could we be witnessing the end of bowl games? + Vandy-Iowa & Tennessee-Illinois Preview | CFB | Hour 2 (12-09-25)
The guys discuss the drama between Notre Dame and the ACC and how it could affect bowl season. They also preview both in-state teams' bowl games. Vandy takes on Iowa in the ReliaQuest Bowl, and Tennessee faces Illinois in the Music City Bowl.
39m Dec 09, 2025
39m
MNF Recap + Cam Ward's Postgame Comments & Heisman Finalists Announced | NFL & CFB | Hour 1 (12-09-25)
Nick Frazier joins Jake Lyman on Next Man Up! They recap MNF and react to Cam Ward's postgame comments. Plus, the guys debate who should win the Heisman Trophy.
44m Dec 09, 2025
44m
Jeffrey Simmons Has Been as Advertised AND MORE + Titans' Offensive Line Limits Myles Garrett | NFL | Hour 3 (12-08-25)
Jake and Parker give Jeffrey Simmons his flowers, as he has been exactly what the Titans needed him to be this year. Then, the guys break down the team's offensive line play as they limited Myles Garrett to one sack without Lloyd Cushenberry yesterday.
38m Dec 08, 2025
38m
CFP Bracket Drama, Did the Committee Get it Right? + Pavia or Mendoza for Heisman? | CFB | Hour 2 (12-08-25)
Jake and Parker get into all the College Football Playoff drama from yesterday and ultimately discuss if the committee got it right. They wrap up the hour by stating their cases for either Fernando Mendoza or Diego Pavia to win the Heisman Trophy.
37m Dec 08, 2025
37m
Titans WIN on the Road in Cleveland + Cam Ward vs Shedeur Sanders | NFL | Hour 1 (12-08-25)
Jake Lyman and Parker Kelley react to the Titans winning on the road in Cleveland 31-29. Plus, Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders faced off for the first time in their young careers. What do the guys make of their futures?
46m Dec 08, 2025
46m
Titans vs Browns Preview + Monday Headliners | NFL | Hour 3 (12-05-25)
The guys preview Titans versus Browns ahead of Sunday afternoon's matchup. Also, they try to predict what will be talked about on Monday's show regarding the College Football Playoff and Titans.
42m Dec 05, 2025
42m
Conference Championship Preview + Heisman Talk | CFB | Hour 2 (12-05-25)
Jake and Parker Kelley take a look at some of the big conference championship games this weekend. Then, they look at Heisman contenders and who could walk away with the trophy.
45m Dec 05, 2025
45m
Max Herz Joins to Talk Preds | NHL | Hour 1 (12-05-25)
Max Herz from Preds Radio joins Jake Lyman on Next Man Up! They recap the Preds winning 4 out of their last 5, and they preview tomorrow night's game against the Hurricanes.
41m Dec 05, 2025
41m
Previewing Titans Versus Browns on Sunday | NFL | Hour 3 (12-04-25)
The guys preview Titans and Browns on Sunday and the matchup of Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders.
37m Dec 04, 2025
37m
Talk to TD + Could the Titans land Marcus Freeman? | NFL | Hour 2 (12-04-25)
Listeners call and text in to talk to TD for the first half of the hour. Then, the guys discuss if the Titans could land Marcus Freeman from Notre Dame.
43m Dec 04, 2025
43m
Why are the Titans so conservative on 4th down? + JC Latham and T'Vondre Sweat NEED to show improvement | NFL | Hour 1 (12-04-25)
Turron Davenport joins Jake Lyman today on Next Man Up. They discuss why the Titans are so conservative on 4th down and where the team stands on JC Latham and T'Vondre Sweat. Also, can the Titans afford to spend another top pick on an offensive tackle?
40m Dec 04, 2025
40m
Andrew Allegretta, Lane Kiffin to LSU + SEC/ACC Challenge | CFB & CBB | Hour 3 (12-03-25)
Andrew Allegretta joins Jake and Cory for the first part of the final hour to discuss Vandy's CFP ranking and Diego Pavia's Heisman odds. Then, the guys get into the Lane Kiffin saga that has taken place over the last few weeks before wrapping up by discussing the SEC/ACC college basketball challenge.
41m Dec 03, 2025
41m
Andrew Allegretta (12-03-25)
The voice of Vanderbilt Football Andrew Allegretta joins the show to discuss Vandy's CFP ranking and Diego Pavia's case for the Heisman Trophy.
15m Dec 03, 2025
15m
Jared Curtis OFFICIALLY Signs with Vanderbilt, Pavia's Heisman Case + Titans' Culture Problem | CFB & NFL | Hour 2 (12-03-25)
Jake and Cory react to Jared Curtis officially signing with Vanderbilt. What does this mean for the program's future? Also, does Diego Pavia have the strongest case for the Heisman Trophy? Then, the guys address the Titans' culture problem and how it can be fixed.
42m Dec 03, 2025
42m
Penultimate CFP Rankings Reaction | CFB | Hour 1 (12-03-25)
Cory Curtis from News 2 joins Jake Lyman today in studio. They react to the second-to-last CFP rankings and Vanderbilt being at #14 for the fourth-straight week.
44m Dec 03, 2025
44m
BREAKING: 5-Star QB Jared Curtis Flips to Vanderbilt | CFB | Hour 3 (12-02-25)
Jake and Nick react to the news that 5-star quarterback Jared Curits flips from Georgia to Vanderbilt.
41m Dec 02, 2025
41m
Winners and Losers of the CFB Coaching Carousel + How to Fix the Playoff Chaos | CFB | Hour 2 (12-02-25)
Jake and Nick discuss the winners and losers of the CFB coaching carousel as many jobs are being filled across the SEC. Plus, is there a way to fix all of the chaos surrounding the College Football Playoff?
40m Dec 02, 2025
40m
Vandy's CFP Chances & Diego Pavia's Heisman Campaign | CFB | Hour 1 (12-2-25)
Nick Frazier joins Jake Lyman in studio today. They make their cases for Vandy to make the College Football Playoff and for Diego Pavia to win the Heisman Trophy. Does the national media see things the same way?
44m Dec 02, 2025
44m
Lane Kiffin to LSU, CFB Coaching Carousel, Latham & Ayomanor struggling for Titans | CFB & NFL | Hour 3 (12-1-25)
In Hour Three of Next Man Up, Jake Lyman and Brandon Bigsby give their thoughts on Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for LSU, the rumors of Josh Heupel being a candidate for the Penn State job, and the recent struggles of Titans LT JC Latham, and WR Elic Ayomanor.
40m Dec 01, 2025
40m
Vanderbilt topples Tennessee, Diego Pavia's Heisman Case, CFP Outlook | CFB | Hour 2 (12-1-25)
In Hour Two of Next Man Up, Jake Lyman and Brandon Bigsby discuss Vanderbilt's 45-24 win over Tennessee, the Commodores chances to make the College Football Playoff, and Diego Pavia's case to win the Heisman Trophy.
2m Dec 01, 2025
2m
Titans Regress In Loss vs Jaguars, Cam Ward Takes A Step Back, Team's Need of Leadership | NFL | Hour 1 (12-1-25)
In Hour One of Next Man Up, Jake Lyman and Brandon Bigsby react to the Titans loss vs Jacksonville, Cam Ward's regression, and the team's desperate need for leadership.
46m Dec 01, 2025
46m
Vanderbilt stays at No. 14 in the CFP Rankings, but should they be higher? | CFB | Hour 2 (11-26-25)
In the final half-hour of this abbreviated edition of Next Man Up, Jake Lyman and Cory Curtis discuss Vanderbilt not moving up in the College Football Playoff rankings and why they feel that the Commodores deserve more consideration from the committee.
18m Nov 26, 2025
18m
Titans Rookie Talk, Is Chig Okonkwo playing his way to a contract, Diego Pavia's Heisman Chances | NFL & CFB | Hour 1 (11-26-25)
In Hour 1 of Next Man Up, Jake Lyman and Cory Curtis discuss Cam Ward's performance vs Seattle, the potential impact of rookie WRs Chimere Dike and Xavier Restrepo, Chig Okonkwo playing his way into a potential contract, and Diego Pavia's bid for the Heisman Trophy.
45m Nov 26, 2025
45m
Titans Rookie Discussion | NFL | Hour 3 (11-25-25)
Jake and Nick discuss how the Titans' rookies have looked on the offensive and defensive side of the ball before wrapping up the show.
39m Nov 25, 2025
39m
Should Vandy Climb in CFP Rankings? + Previewing Tennessee-Vanderbilt & Diego Pavia's Heisman Campaign | CFB | Hour 2 (11-25-25)
Jake and Nick discuss why they believe Vandy should climb in the latest College Football Playoff rankings to be released tonight. The guys then give a brief preview of the game Saturday between the Vols and 'Dores. Finally, should Diego Pavia be invited to New York for the Heisman Trophy ceremony?
43m Nov 25, 2025
43m
Are we seeing genuine growth from Cam Ward? + Chim Dike is becoming a STAR | NFL | Hour 1 (11-25-25)
Nick Frazier joins Jake Lyman on Next Man Up today. They discuss whether there has been genuine growth from Cam Ward since the Titans came off the bye week. Also, the guys explain why Chim Dike is becoming a STAR.
42m Nov 25, 2025
42m
Titans Get Aggressive on Fourth Down + Did Cam Ward Have His Best Game as a Titan? | NFL | Hour 3 (11-24-25)
Connor and Parker discuss Mike McCoy getting aggressive on fourth down Sunday versus the Seahawks. The guys also answer the question, did Cam Ward have his best game as a Tennessee Titan?
40m Nov 24, 2025
40m
Vandy Hammers Kentucky 45-17, Should Pavia Get an Invite to New York? + Previewing Vandy at Tennessee this Weekend | CFB | Hour 2 (11-24-25)
The guys recap Vandy's dominant win over Kentucky this past weekend 45-17. Will Diego Pavia get an invite to New York for the Heisman Trophy ceremony? Also, Connor and Parker give an early preview of Vandy and Tennessee this Saturday.
38m Nov 24, 2025
38m