Furness Show 1-16: Stewart Mandel, Jordan Morris, Corbin Smith and Gary Parrish

The Ian Furness Show

It's approaching the time we get excited about college basketball. We're looking ahead to the Mariners and it's not the players or managers that are the issue - it's the owners. Today is a somber day with some significant losses in the sports world. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic says the 12-team CFB Playoff achieved its goals of keeping more fans engaged throughout the post-season. Will we continue to see the SEC out of the title game? Desperation drives NIL and NIL drives everything now. Stewart remarks the parity that NIL has brought to college football - while deep pockets have the advantage, it is open to everyone. Plus, more players are staying in college longer because they'll make more money. Stewart takes us through the transfer portal moves around the country. The sports world is mourning some greats today in baseball's Bob Ueker and Sonics' Gus Williams. Ian pays tribute. Jordan Morris, Seattle Sounders tells Ian about his relationship with Paul Arriola, new addition to the team and what he and Jesus Ferreira bring to the pitch. He tells us what separates the Sounders from the rest of MLS and what makes playing here in Seattle special. He says the core group, getting hot at the right time and understanding what it takes to come through in big moments are all a recipe for success for the team. Corbin Smith, Seahawks Maven and Locked on Seahawks gives us more insight on the Seahawks search for an offensive coordinator. More names emerge and Corbin tells us who he thinks is the leader in the clubhouse, as well as why certain coaches fit here in Seattle.The Daily Power Play! Gary Parrish, CBS Sports provides a look at rebuilding the Pac-12 from a basketball perspective and who might be next to join. He also gives the latest on realignment woes and thinks that some of it might be undone in the future. Plus, the SEC is the strongest conference we've seen in the history of college basketball this year, as Gary predicts them with 12 tournament teams this year. Finally, how many existing legendary coaches will continue on in this new world, and for how long?