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Off The Bench

Jacob Hester & Matt Flynn

Off The Bench is a radio show on 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge hosted by former LSU players Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn.

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46:49

Tyrann Mathieu Retires: Honoring the Honey Badger’s...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/23

We open the show paying tribute to LSU legend and Super Bowl champ Tyrann Mathieu as he officially retires from the NFL. We reflect on his unforgettable college career, impact on the game, and what made the Honey Badger a generational player.

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46:53

Nick Underhill on Saints QB Room & New Uniforms, Tour...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/22

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill breaking down the Saints QB room — just as the team drops their new alternate uniforms! We get his live reaction and give our thoughts on the look. Plus, a Tour de France update and we wrap with Ask the Bench.

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46:59

Football is Back! Will Clapp on Saints Camp, Blake...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/22

Football season is officially in the air! We talk the start of NFL and college training camps. Saints OL Will Clapp joins to preview Saints camp, and LSU DC Blake Baker stops by to share what he’s watching for on defense this season.

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46:53

SEC Media Days Recap & Biggest Takeaways

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/22

We open the show recapping our trip to SEC Media Days and sharing our biggest takeaways from the week in Atlanta.

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47:38

Devin Snow Talks UFC 318 & Saints Camp, NFL MVP...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/21

Hour Three features Devin Snow breaking down UFC 318 and early Saints training camp vibes. Taylor gives his NFL darkhorse MVP pick, we pay tribute to the legendary Dan Borne, and close things out with Ask the Bench.

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47:20

Weekend Winners & Losers, Ross Jackson on Saints

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/21

Hour Two kicks off with Weekend Winners & Losers, then we dive into the Bengals’ moves, Shemar Stewart’s potential, and Trey Hendrickson’s situation. Plus, Ross Jackson joins us to give the latest on the Saints ahead of training camp.

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47:40

Tyler Shough’s Contract, SEC Media All-SEC Teams,...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/21

In Hour One, we react to Tyler Shough’s new contract, break down the SEC Media Days projected order of finish and All-SEC teams, and explain why Garrett Nussmeier is the better QB over LaNorris Sellers. Plus, a full recap of an electric UFC 318 in New Orleans.

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48:06

Nick Underhill Talks Saints & Tyler Shough, LSU WRU...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/18

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill breaking down the latest on the Saints and Tyler Shough’s contract. Taylor makes the case for why LSU is WRU, and Alondra previews Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight at UFC 318 in New Orleans.

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47:42

Big Deal or No Big Deal, ESPYs Recap, Mike...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/18

Hour Two features a round of Big Deal or No Big Deal as we react to the ESPYs. Mike Scarborough joins us to break down the latest in LSU football. Plus, mid-show chaos ensues as Alondra and Cassi decide to order chick fil a breakfast mid show.

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47:34

SEC Champ Contenders, & Who Won Media Days

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2025/07/18

We kick off Hour One with Alondra’s recap of the UFC 318 press conference in New Orleans. Then we dive into which teams can actually contend for the SEC title, who’s headed for the bottom, and whether LSU inspired more confidence after Media Days. Plus, we debate who really “won” SEC Media Days.

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42:35

Wrapping SEC Media Days: Final Win Total Predictions...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/17

In Hour Three, we wrap up an eventful week at SEC Media Days with our win total predictions for the final teams that took the stage. Plus, our closing thoughts and biggest takeaways from Atlanta.

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54:18

John Nabors on Arkansas Football, Gary Stokan Talks...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/17

Hour Two starts with John Nabors breaking down Arkansas football’s outlook and reliving the Hogs’ cursed baseball season. Then Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan joins the show to discuss the Peach Bowl’s legacy and LSU’s past appearances in Atlanta.

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47:07

Final Day of SEC Media Days: Best Performances,...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/17

On the final day of SEC Media Days, we recap the hits and misses from each school and debate which programs made the strongest impression this week. Plus, we look ahead to the final slate of interviews and storylines in Atlanta.

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47:15

Greg Sankey Joins, Billy Liucci on Aggie Football &...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/16

Hour Three kicks off with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Then Billy Liucci joins us to talk Texas A&M football and expectations for the Aggies this season. We close things out with Ask the Bench.

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46:46

SEC Media Days: Georgia’s Dominance, Shane Beamer’s...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/16

In Hour Two from SEC Media Days, we discuss Kirby Smart’s continued dominance at Georgia and Shane Beamer’s trajectory at South Carolina. Plus, Cole Cubelic joins us to break down Alabama’s

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46:45

Live from SEC Media Days: Blake Shapen, Jeff Lebby &...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/16

We’re live from SEC Media Days! Hour One kicks off with Mississippi State QB Blake Shapen, followed by head coach Jeff Lebby as we dive into the direction of the Bulldogs’ program heading into 2025.

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46:52

Jamaal Charles vs. Jake Beef, MLB All-Star Game, Zac...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/15

Hour Three gets personal with Jamaal Charles firing one-sided shots at Jake. We also recap the MLB All-Star Game and the draft, including LSU pitcher Zac Cowan going undrafted and officially returning to Baton Rouge.

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47:05

SEC Win Totals Breakdown: Over/Under Predictions for...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/15

In Hour Two, we run through the projected win totals for every SEC team and give our picks on whether they’ll hit the over or under. Who’s primed to surprise—and who’s in for a rough year?

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47:04

SEC Media Days Day One Recap: Who Stood Out & What to...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/15

Hour One recaps a busy Day One at SEC Media Days, breaking down all the teams, coaches, and players who took the podium. We discuss who stood out, key storylines that emerged, and what we’re looking forward to as the week continues.

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46:49

Senior Bowl Director Drew Fabianich Joins the Show,...

Off The Bench ·

2025/07/14

Hour Three features a conversation with the new director of the Panini Senior Bowl as we discuss what’s ahead for the premier college showcase. Plus, we look ahead to storylines, players, and teams to watch for the 2025 college football season.

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