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Preston Hiefield does a deep dive on the Portland Trail Blazers’ historically good season opening win over the Phoenix Suns, the second largest margin of victory for a season opener in franchise history. Preston discusses the newly found balance on offense, where the team is loaded with scorers and won’t have to rely heavily on Deni Avdjia. DAME TIME is all the way back, how did he look so good coming off an Achilles injury? Plus Preston praises new head coach Micah Nori for his transition game + more. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield gives his full instant reaction to Dylan Raiola’s Autzen Stadium heroics…and how he saved Oregon’s season yet again. But then Presotn wonders if Dan Lanning might be microdosing mushrooms or another foreign substance after leaving walk-on QB Brock Thomas in the game for three full quarters while the team gained just 5 first downs, nearly costing the Ducks the win. Finally, Preston implores the Oregon fanbase to embrace Raiola’s greatness + gives his taken on Dan Lanning’s postgame press conference. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield begins with his macro college football take that choas is the new norm in a sport where NIL money is limitless, transfer portal rules are not in place, and the desperation of the BCS era does not exist with the 12 Team CFP. Then Preston discusses his instant reaction to Texas-Florida and why Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning don’t seem to be working. Plus, Bama-Tennessee shows the Vols have an elite defense, and neither Indiana nor Ohio State were impressive in Bloomington. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield breaks down the entire day in Eugene. Why was UCLA able to dominate the line of scrimmage? How much blame is on Dylan Raiola? Preston still believes in the Nebraska transfer. Plus, Dan Lanning fields some spicy questions in his postgame press conference. And finally, Bob Chesney proves himself as one of CFB’s brightest coaches. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield gives his thoughts on the Oregon vs. UCLA game this Saturday at Autze Stadium, including Dylan Raiola’s outstanding command of the UO offense, UCLA’s turnaround under Bob Chesney behind a dominant running game, thoughts on the 11.5 point spread, and more! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Sports Media Personality Preston Hiefield Discusses: Dylan Raiola saving the Oregon Ducks season USC Suspends LB Desman Stephans II One Game…Should He Have Been Suspended Longer? Will USC Fire Lincoln Riley? Is USC the new Nebraska? A Wrap Up of Results From Week 4 in CFB This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield discusses Oregon’s 41-27 win over USC, including the impressive performance by QB Dylan Raiola. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston gives his instant reaction to the Texas-Tennessee thriller from Neyland today. The Texas defense looks championship worthy, but what’s wrong with the Horns’ offense? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

(0:00-10:05) Bill Belichick’s defense steals the show in Dublin. (10:05-17:12) Virginia dominates NC State with ground game. (17:12-29:22) USC’s offense starts strong behind true freshmen, defense leaks oil. Lincoln Riley was frustrated. (29:22-39:36) Other observations! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield gives his preseason Top 12 for CFB ahead of the 2026-27 season. Notably, Preston wonders why Indiana isn’t getting more love in the Preseason AP Top 25 Poll. Preston also wonders whether Texas can improve up front offensively to take that next step, and just how hot is Sark’s seat? Plus, Preston is high on Marcus Freeman, Dan Lanning, and Miami QB Darian Mensah. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston examines Texas football entering 2026, beginning with expectations for Arch Manning and a re-tooled offense. Will the ‘Horns offensive line improve enough to let Arch cook? How good of a trio do the Horns have at WR, even with the departure of Parker Livingstone? Is this a “hot seat” year for Steve Sarkisian? How will the defense look under new DC Will Muschamp? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston states that Indiana should be the presesason #1 team in college football based upon their returning coaching continuity and dominant defensive line. Preston does a deep dive into Josh Hoover, why Cignetti chose the ex-TCU QB, and then takes a look at the influx of transfer talent for the Hoosiers in 2026. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe

Preston Hiefield previews a few of his favorite storylines entering the college football season. Will Oregon breakthrough and win its first national championship? The Orange Bowl victory over Texas Tech may have provided the Ducks with a natty blue print. Why Indiana is Preston’s preseason #1 team, and it starts up front on defense. Plus, can Texas elevate enough around Arch Manning to make real noise in the CFP? It’s up to Sark and the O-Line, as well as new DC Will Muschamp. Finally, Preston talks Trinidad Chambliss, Darian Mensah and his Heisman favorites, and ends the pod with his official national championship prediction. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prestonhiefield.substack.com/subscribe