Episode 78 - Jeff Goodman and Mike DeCourcy

On a special episode of The Rex Chapman Show with Josh Hopkins, the guys are joined by Jeff Goodman and Mike DeCourcey. Up first, Jeff Goodman of Stadium and Field of 68 discuss the potential Head Coaching changes which could cause a distraction for some of the NCAA Tournament teams. Then, Mike DeCourcy of Big Ten Network and FOX Sports takes an in depth look at the bracket. Everything you need before the NCAA Tournament is right here! Jeff Goodman up first 5:00 - What happened to Kentucky this year and are they prepared for an NCAA Tournament run? 6:30 - Ed Cooley's name continues to be mentioned as the next potential hire for Georgetown, so how much of a distraction is that for Providence? 9:00 - What surprise team does Jeff expect to get to the Final Four? 12:30 - Is it the lack of experience of the distractions surrounding the program that will keep Alabama from being the National Champions? 15:30 - With Chris Beard now at Ole Miss, how will Texas address their Head Coaching Vacancy after the Tournament? How far do they need to go for Rodney Terry to keep the coaching job? 19:00 - How is covering the NCAA Tournament different today with the looming coaching changes and transfer portal news always ready to break? 21:00 - Jeff lists his Final Four and has Houston winning it all 27:00 - Mike DeCourcy Joins 28:30 - Coming from Greensboro, NC, Mike previews the NCAA Tournament with the overarching storylines that stand out over the matchups throughout March Madness 30:00 - Comparing regions, the West has been an absolute juggernaut with so many good teams, while Alabama, with all their distractions, has a clear path as the No 1 overall seed out of the South. 33:30 - How many games do the Kentucky Wildcats need to win in the NCAA Tournament for the fans to give John Calipari some breathing room? 41:00 - Can UCLA overcome the loss of Jaylen Clark due to injury? At their best, this is the best defensive team in the country. 45:00 - Mike goes through his Final Four picks and what pressure he's under knowing his bracket is available for everyone to see online. 50:00 - Why is Houston getting left out of Mike's Final Four? Is the loss of Marcus Sasser that much of a difference maker? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices