The Craig Way Show

CJ Vogel from On Texas Football joins Jake Herman to share his observations and analysis from Texas' Red River defeat. They break down the offense's search for consistency and identity, Arch Manning's development, Steve Sarkisian's key fourth-down decisions, and successful personnel groupings from the matchup. Then, they look ahead to Texas' home matchup with Florida on Saturday morning.

Yahoo Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein joins Jake Herman to break down the implications of the Cowboys' hire of Mike Pettine for the defensive staff, the league-wide reaction to the Texans' Marvin Harrison Jr. trade, and other early storylines and surprising teams across the NFL thus far.

They also discuss last night's exciting Bills-Rams finish, the Giants' unexpected lead in the NFC East, and the improved play of CJ Stroud.

Joining Jake Herman on the program to recap last week's CFB action and look ahead to next week's games, CBS Sports CFB Writer Shehan Jeyarajah talks Red River Rivalry, Texas A&M's woeful start, Indiana-Ohio State, BYU-Notre Dame, and contender tiers across the SEC and Big Ten.

Craig Way and Jake Herman recap Texas' loss to Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry and hear Coach Sarkisian's thoughts on how the team will move forward in this morning's press conference. They answer listener questions about the loss and look at the larger landscape of college football playoff chances and projections after another week of action. Plus, the latest on today's MLB postseason doubleheader, the Texans' trading for Marvin Harrison Jr., and more news from around baseball and football including the Commanders' epic clock mismanagement in a tie against the Giants.

Joining the show from Chicago, White Sox personnel director Gene Watson shares his thoughts ahead of game 4 of his team's ALDS matchup with the Cleveland Guardians. Gene and Craig also discuss the rest of the MLB playoff action and weigh the league's potential proposal to shorten the regular season and lengthen playoff series in the divisional round.

In the last edition of the program before Craig Way heads to Dallas for the Red River Rivalry, he and Jake Herman discuss the day's news in college football, the NFL, and the MLB postseason. They answer listener questions about the big game and some of its memorable moments from past installments.

Hear soundbites from Steve Sarkisian's news conference and previews from tonight's "Longhorn Weekly" as he and Craig dive into the matchup and history of the rivalry. 

Plus, Chicago White Sox personnel director Gene Watson joins Craig from The Windy City where the Sox hope t...

Former NFL quarterback and Dallas Cowboys radio network analyst Babe Laufenberg joins Craig to talk all things NFL, from the Cowboys' demanding early schedule to their comeback in Houston and thoughts on several other NFC contenders through four weeks of football.

Leander native and Pittsburgh Pirates Closer Mason Montgomery joins Craig Way to discuss his successful season on the mound, adjustments he's made during his MLB career, and what it's like to play in Pittsburgh's PNC Park. Plus, Mason shares his thoughts on facing the lineups of each remaining playoff team, star players who have had his number, and vice versa!

Craig Way and Jake Herman bring you the latest updates surrounding Texas Football as they prepare to take on OU in the annual Red River Rivalry in Dallas. Hear soundbites from Sark's press conference, the latest AP Top 25 Poll, and other college football notes after a busy SEC weekend. Plus, the Cowboys' late heroics sent the Texans to 0-4, and the MLB playoffs delivered plenty of drama over the weekend. Craig and Jake preview tonight's ALDS action and break down where each series stands.

Craig Way and Jake Herman discuss the upcoming week's slate in the SEC and around the NFL, with soundbites from both Brian Schottenheimer and DeMeco Ryans ahead of the pivotal matchup between the Cowboys and Texans.

KXAN's Roger Wallace joins the show to share his thoughts on the week's HSFB slate including Westlake-Round Rock and LBJ-Fredericksburg as well as surveying the scene across the SEC during Texas' bye week. 

Later, Chicago White Sox personnel director and our own MLB insider Gene Watson joins the program after a big night for his ballclub, sweeping the Astros in t...

Jake Herman hosts today's edition of the show, opening with why he believes the MLB Postseason is the best in all of sports. Hear some of the highlights and biggest moments from last night's Wild Card action and a preview of four elimination games today.

Chris Hummer from CBS Sports joins the show to share his early impressions of Texas football and preview some of the weekend's matchups in the SEC while the Longhorns are on bye. They also discuss the slow starts for Texas A&M and Oklahoma and weigh which top-ten teams could face the biggest...

Chris Hummer from CBS Sports joins the show to share his early impressions of Texas football and preview some of the weekend's matchups across college football while the Longhorns are on bye. They also discuss the slow starts for Texas A&M and Oklahoma, Florida's potential emergence as an SEC contender, and which top-ten teams could face the biggest challenges on the road this week.

Milwaukee Brewers reporter and host Hunter Baumgardt joins Jake Herman on the show for a closer look at the MLB playoff action from last night and look ahead towards some potential matchups in the divisional and championship series. He details the Brewers' historic season and shares why they're his pick to win the 2026 World Series.

DCTF Editor-in-Chief Greg Tepper joins Craig for his weekly conversation on the college football programs in Texas as well as the weekly HSFB slate, which is lighter than usual thanks to nearly 40% of UIL teams having a bye. They discuss Connor Weigman's strong start at Houston, Kevin Jennings' highs and lows for SMU, and why North Crowley tops Tepper's list of 6A contenders at the moment.

On today's show, Craig Way and Jake Herman talk NFL, college, and high school football along with the rest of the day's sports news!

DCTF Editor-in-Chief Greg Tepper joins Craig for his weekly conversation on the college football programs in Texas as well as the weekly HSFB slate, which is lighter than usual thanks to nearly 40% of UIL teams having a bye. They discuss Connor Weigman's strong start at Houston, Kevin Jennings' highs and lows for SMU, and why North Crowley tops Tepper's list of 6A contenders at the moment. 

Craig and Jake dive into a w...

Craig Way and Jake Herman recap an action-packed football weekend on AM 1300 The Zone! 

Texas survived thanks to its defense on Rocky Top, the Dallas Cowboys let one get away late in Rio, and the Houston Texans fell to 0-3 after failing to close out the Colts. Hear highlights, soundbites and analysis from all three matchups throughout the show.

Plus, a look at college football's latest power rankings, polls and projections as the Longhorns' bye week begins and conference play gets into the heart of its schedule around the sport.

Chicago White Sox player personnel director Gene Watson joins Craig after his team clinched a playoff berth during today's MLB action! They break down the postseason picture taking shape, the AL West race which may be decided on the final day of the season, the crowded NL Wild Card picture with seeds up for grabs, and the Dodgers' roster dilemma surrounding rookie Josue De Paula.

Craig Way and Jake Herman have a busy show on tap as the Longhorns take on Tennessee in Knoxville less than 48 hours from now. Hear soundbites from Steve Sarkisian in his final media availability before the road trip as the top-ranked Longhorns open SEC play. Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer is preparing his team for a trip to Rio as a part of the week 3 NFL slate. Plus, Chicago White Sox player personnel director Gene Watson joins the show to talk about his team clinching a postseason berth and discuss other storylines in a frenetic final week of MLB action.

KXAN's Roger Wallace joins Craig to preview Texas' SEC opener in Knoxville and a busy weekend of high school football on tap in the Austin area over the next two nights.

Craig Way and Jake Herman take a close look at Texas' SEC opener against Tennessee with soundbites from both head coaches in the SEC Teleconference from this morning.

Vol Network Radio Analyst and former Tennessee captain Jayson Swain joins Craig to preview the matchup between the Volunteers and the Longhorns in Knoxville. They discuss what Jayson has learned about Tennessee in their non-conference games, key players on each side of the ball, and what the environment will be like in the checkered-out Neyland Stadium.

Plus, Rasheem Biles shares his thoughts on playing at Neyland Stadium, DeMeco R...

Vol Network Radio Analyst and former Tennessee captain Jayson Swain joins Craig Way to preview Saturday's SEC matchup between the Volunteers and the Longhorns in Knoxville.

They discuss what Jayson has learned about Tennessee in their non-conference games, key players on each side of the ball, and what the environment will be like in the checkered-out Neyland Stadium.

DCTF Editor-in-Chief Greg Tepper joins Craig Way to break down Mike Craven's latest Texas FBS Power Poll, analyze the path forward for Texas A&M and SMU after tough losses, and preview the week's most exciting HSFB matchups.

Plus, a discussion on where some of San Antonio and Austin's best teams stack up in the larger picture of high school football in 2026 and where each region is trending statewide.

Craig Way and Jake Herman discuss the day's sports news, with topics including the NFL's long list of early-season injuries, NFL power rankings, the Texas Longhorns' upcoming road trip to Tennessee, MLB's Wild Card race, and more.

DCTF Editor-in-Chief Greg Tepper joins Craig to break down Mike Craven's latest Texas FBS Power Poll, analyze the path forward for Texas A&M and SMU after tough losses, and preview the week's most exciting HSFB matchups.

Plus, soundbites from Arch Manning, Trevor Goosby, Brian Schottenheimer, and Sean Miller!

Craig Way and Jake Herman bring you a recap of Texas' win over UTSA from Saturday night, including highlights and soundbites from Steve Sarkisian's press conference as aired earlier today on AM 1300 The Zone. They also discuss other headlines from around college football, where Ole Miss took down LSU and Lane Kiffin in Oxford but is listed as an underdog for next week's trip to Gainesville in one of the SEC's four top-25 matchups on tap Saturday.

Plus, news and notes from a busy NFL weekend which saw the Cowboys defeat the Commanders while Dak Prescott took over...

Craig Way and Jake Herman bring you the latest in Longhorn sports, NFL, MLB, high school football, college football, and more!

Hear Steve Sarkisian's press conference from earlier Thursday, in which he addressed off-field matters including his brief interview with Holly Rowe and the arrest of Johnny Nansen before previewing Saturday's game against UTSA.

Craig then welcomes his Longhorn Audio Network broadcast partner and KXAN Sports Director Roger Wallace to the show to discuss the week in Longhorn football, area high school football, and... Jimmy Buffett?

Plus, Chicago White Sox player personnel director and...

Craig Way welcomes his Longhorn Audio Network broadcast partner and KXAN Sports Director Roger Wallace to the show to discuss the week in Longhorn football, area high school football, and... Jimmy Buffett?

It's Craig's birthday, and he and Jake have a busy show on a Yacht Rock Wednesday!

They go in-depth on the UTSA Roadrunners, this week's opponent for Texas Football, with a re-airing of Craig's conversation with UTSA Head Coach Jeff Traylor from yesterday's show. Later, Craig is joined by UTSA play-by-play voice Andy Everett to discuss all facets of the program and matchup on Saturday night. 

Plus, a look at live MLB scores and soundbites from Texas LB Justin Cryer, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer, and Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans looking back at last week's a...

Craig Way and Jake Herman continue their recap of Texas' dramatic comeback victory over Ohio State as well as last night's NFL action to wrap up week 1. Hear soundbites from Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning at yesterday's press conference as they discusses what went well in the win and looks ahead to UTSA. DCTF Editor-in-Chief Greg Tepper joins the show for his weekly conversation on all things football in the Lone Star State, going over another busy HSFB slate and discussing results from around the state's collegiate programs including UTSA's win over Texas State. In the 4pm hour, UTSA Head...

UTSA Head Football Coach Jeff Traylor joins The Craig Way Show to discuss his team's victory last week, the toughness of his group, the challenge of playing at DKR, and much more.

Craig Way and Jake Herman discuss Texas' comeback win over Ohio State, featuring soundbites from Steve Sarkisian, highlights from the radio call, and more! Craig and Jake react to the newest AP Poll, respond to listener comments about the Longhorns, and share which other teams impressed or disappointed them over the weekend. In NFL action, the Cowboys and Texans started season with defeats. Hear soundbites from Brian Schottenheimer and DeMeco Ryans as well as starting quarterbacks Dak Prescott and CJ Stroud.

Craig Way and Jake Herman begin the program with Craig's 9/11 reflections on the 25th anniversary of the tragic attacks before transitioning to some Texas football talk and rewinding to last night's Longhorn Weekly for Sark and Mack Brown's thoughts on tomorrow's matchup with Ohio State.

Then, they send the show out to Covert Ford of Austin where Mike Hardge, Mark Henry, and Eric Henry break down Texas-Ohio State and discuss other news from around the SEC!

Award-winning columnist Cedric Golden from the Austin American-Statesman joins Craig Way to analyze key matchups and storylines entering Saturday night's game between Texas and Ohio State. Plus, a conversation on the state of the sport, Lane Kiffin's controversial moves at LSU, and other memories from covering the Longhorns for the past few decades.

Craig Way and Jake Herman break down last night's NFL action and preview Texas' matchup with Ohio State on Saturday night with soundbites from Steve Sarkisian's press conference!

They also discuss the NFL's season opener, the tight division races and recent updates from across MLB, and hear an excerpt from Mack Brown's appearance on Longhorn Weekly, airing tonight with Coach Sark.

Plus, KXAN's Roger Wallace, the Austin American-Statesman's Cedric Golden, and Chicago White Sox personnel director Gene Watson join for guest segments.

Craig Way and Jake Herman talk plenty of football on today's edition of the show. Craig has the latest on LSU's decision to leave pros off its roster ahead of an SEC meeting tomorrow to discuss their conference membership.

To preview the Buckeyes ahead of Saturday night's massive matchup with Texas at DKR, Craig is joined by Ohio State play-by-play broadcaster Paul Keels. They discuss the biggest questions surrounding the 2026 Buckeyes, key position groups, and more!

Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer previewed the season opener against the Giants in his press conference, Lance Jackson dissected Texas...

To preview the Buckeyes ahead of Saturday night's massive matchup with Texas at DKR, Craig Way is joined by Ohio State play-by-play broadcaster Paul Keels.

They discuss the biggest questions surrounding the 2026 Buckeyes, key position groups, and more!

Memphis play-by-play voice Dave Woloshin joins Craig Way to discuss the Tigers' strong start under new coach Charles Huff, their upcoming clash with Boise State, the rest of the CFB and G6 landscape, and memories from their time together at KRLD in Dallas!

Craig Way and Jake Herman bring you a "Longhorns Monday" edition of the show after Texas' season-opening victory over Texas State. Hear from Steve Sarkisian as his team turns the page to top-ranked Ohio State at DKR on Saturday night. Plus, a look at several other Week 1 results around the sport, including the clock controversy at Michigan, a strong start for the SEC across the board, a mixed bag for the ACC, and more.

Memphis play-by-play voice Dave Woloshin joins Craig in the final hour of the show to discuss the Tigers' strong start under new coach Charles...

KXAN's Roger Wallace joins Craig Way to talk about a busy slate in area high school football as well as key position groups for the Longhorns in all three phases they'll be focused on during the broadcast of Saturday's contest.

Chicago White Sox player personnel director Gene Watson checks in with Craig Way from Daikin Park in Houston, where a series of division leaders wrapped up today. He also shares why Pete Crow-Armstrong has the edge in the NL's MVP race, why a bye can be dangerous in MLB's

Craig Way and Jake Herman bring you their final studio show before kickoff of the 2026 Texas Football Season! Hear soundbites from Steve Sarkisian's final press conference beforw Saturday's game against Texas State at DKR.

KXAN's Roger Wallace joins Craig to talk about a busy slate in area high school football as well as key position groups for the Longhorns in all three phases they'll be focused on during the broadcast of Saturday's contest.

Chicago White Sox player personnel director Gene Watson also checks in from Daikin Park in Houston, where a series of division leaders wrapped...