Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show – “25W: Recapping Bobby’s Worst Sports Weekend EVER + Brandon Marcello’s Top Candidate for Penn State's Next Head Coach + Eddie Claims He Would Make a Good MLB Manager”

Date: October 13, 2025
Host: Bobby Bones (Premiere Networks)
Guests: Brandon Marcello, Eddie, Kevin, Mike

Overview

This episode dives into one of Bobby Bones’ “worst sports weekends ever.” The team recaps heartbreaking losses for Bobby’s favorite teams, massive betting mishaps, and the emotional fallout. They break down the current chaos in college football, with Brandon Marcello providing insider analysis following James Franklin’s firing from Penn State and evaluating the shifting coaching landscape. Amidst the sports misery, there’s humor, family stories, and even Eddie’s earnest (if misguided) pitch to be a baseball manager.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Bobby’s “Worst Sports Weekend Ever”

• Bobby lost thousands betting (“I lost so much money. I didn't hit a... I'm telling you. This was one of the worst betting weekends for me that I think I've ever had.” — Bobby, 02:47)
• Multiple personal teams lost: Arkansas, Cubs, Cowboys, and even his wife’s Oklahoma team.
• He almost attended the Arkansas game in Knoxville, but his wife talked him out of it, predicting both teams would lose:
  • “She goes, you have a possibility to lose both big games today, and that's going to be the worst drive home in the history of your drive homes.” — Bobby, 04:39
• Emotional impact trumped financial loss:
  • “I'd trade the money, though, for the wins because I'm only betting with money. That's entertainment anyway.” — Bobby, 03:19
  • “I'll make more money. I can't get these games back.” — Bobby, 03:28

Arkansas and Cubs Losses

• Frustration with Arkansas’ fumbles and missed opportunity in SEC play.
• Cubs’ lack of pitching depth highlighted as a season-ender.
• Bobby attributes some hope to Bobby Petrino’s progress at Arkansas but admits the loss “hurt worse.”

Family Watchday and Sports Rituals

• Bobby and his wife watched their teams separately—she outside (exercising and watching OU), him inside with Arkansas.
• “We just moved all the way around for like three hours.”—Bobby, on keeping tabs on their games (09:52)
• Both felt dejected, the losses sapping the day’s joy.

Betting Recap

• More bets gone wrong, including a $500 loss on the Cowboys.
• Bobby laughs at himself: “All I do is lose. I suck. I hate sports and life, and I had a sucky weekend.”

NFL and Player Notes

• Praise for Panthers’ uniforms and game—Bobby jokes: “I'd look awesome with a Dowdle piercing.” (14:05)
• Eddie and Bobby discuss George Pickens’ “sideways hurdle” play.
• They analyze Dallas’ WR depth and contract situations, specifically on George Pickens’ impending free agency.

Brandon Marcello Interview: Penn State & Coaching Carousel

[STARTS 21:21]

James Franklin Firing & Penn State’s Future

• Franklin’s buyout the second largest ever (after Jimbo Fisher).
• Speculation about Adidas and Big Ten private equity helping pay the buyout.
• “Penn State’s got the money and they're willing to spend it and they're ready to move on.” — Brandon, 22:11

Did Franklin’s Fate Hinge on Lost Games?

• The loss to Northwestern was a turning point but the speed of firing shocked Brandon.
• “This completely shocked me. I did not expect this.”—Brandon, 24:21

Matt Rhule as Top Candidate

• Despite being from State College, Penn State fans seem wary.
• Brandon believes Rhule will be the #1 target for several jobs, including Penn State.
• “If Penn State goes after Matt Rhule...he’d have to seriously consider leaving.” — Brandon, 27:03

Coaching Carousel Chaos

• More big jobs opening than in previous years; possible tumult in SEC and Big Ten.
• Expectation that programs may hire FCS or group-of-five winners, following the “Kurt Signetti model.”
• Caution against “celebrity coach” hires (e.g. Jon Gruden, Trent Dilfer): “Go get someone that starts their career and wins there and gradually moves up.” — Brandon, 39:42

SEC Analysis

• Alabama trending upwards with Kaylin DeBoer; possibly the best team in the SEC (“Their defense has really improved...they might end up being still the best team in the SEC this year by the end of it.” — Brandon, 29:07)
• Texas A&M could win the conference, but skepticism remains due to past collapses.

Other Hot Topics

• Georgia’s lack of dominance and Kirby Smart’s questionable sideline antics.
• Auburn’s Hugh Freeze under pressure for lack of offensive results.
• Transfer portal and NIL making the sport more volatile and equalized (“it makes everything way more equal — everything” — Bobby, 52:01)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I lost thousands of dollars. It sucked. And I just kept...It was just stupid.” — Bobby, 02:47
• “You have a possibility to lose both big games today, and that's going to be the worst drive home in the history of your drive homes.” — Bobby’s wife (paraphrased), 04:39
• “The money was never the motivator. So it’s not going to be the thing that makes it okay.” — Bobby, 49:12, on big-time coaches after firing
• “You don't get the time anymore to build a program. There's no more building. There is either overnight—flip it around.” — Kevin, 52:48
• Eddie’s managerial wisdom: “If I were the manager, I would just tell these guys, ‘Hey, whoa, don’t swing so hard. Just barely hit the ball.'” (62:47)

Additional Highlights

Eddie’s Family Adventure and Game Watching

• Quick family trip to Hersheypark in Pennsylvania (16:15–18:54)
• Managed to catch games on flights thanks to American Airlines’ live TV
• Musings on how pro athletes’ families navigate frequent moves

Baseball Manager Dreams

• Eddie claims being a baseball skipper is “easy”—just tell players to “not swing so hard”
• Bobby counters with how the manager’s job is dense with analytics, not rah-rah moments

Humorous Interludes

• A tangent on piercings, particularly Rico Dowdle’s cheek piercing (“It goes all the way through the back of his neck.” — Bobby, 13:56)
• “This is Eddie’s wife…” — Eddie pranking the group text to stir confusion (56:30)
• Core childhood memories of dads pretending to predict traffic lights (58:33)

Quick Takes and Rants

• “Jets suck. Justin Fields sucks.”—Bobby, 52:54
• Roller coasters at Hersheypark nearly finish off Eddie: “I think I’m done with roller coasters. My body can’t take these.” (64:07)

Media and Movie Chat

• Discussion of The Rock’s “Smash Machine” movie — a critical and commercial flop so far, possibly due to lack of audience awareness of subject Mark Kerr (66:04)
• Hype around “Alice in Borderlands” Season 3 and comparison to “Squid Game” (68:19)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Bobby’s gambling losses & sports pain – 02:29–10:13
• Family watch rituals & allergies – 08:00–09:52
• Cowboys/Panthers recap, fun uniform chat – 10:49–14:49
• Penn State coaching drama with Brandon Marcello – 21:21–44:37
• Coaching carousel philosophy – 37:20–44:37
• Eddie’s Hersheypark trip – 16:15–18:54, 64:04
• Baseball manager conversation – 62:46–63:55
• NIL, transfer portal parity, and betting woes – 51:33–52:48
• Movie and show discussion – 66:03–69:14

Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

This episode spotlights Bobby’s overwhelming sports and betting losses, the turbulence of college football coaching, family dynamics during tough weekends, and the ebbs and flows of sports fandom. With insider analysis from Brandon Marcello, listeners gain a sharp look at the high-stakes decision-making and volatility of modern college football. Serious analysis meets self-deprecating humor, with plenty of asides on life, work, and even theme-park roller coasters.

Notable Takeaway:
Through crushing defeat, hilarious self-doubt, and big-picture sports talk, the crew’s chemistry and wit carry the show—making it engaging for any fan suffering through their own rough sports weekend, or just looking for a sharp, real, and entertaining take on the headlines.