College Football Playoff Preview, Mizzou vs. KU Breakdown, Blues Insight, and Cardinals Offseason Strategy

Sports on a Sunday Morning

In the first hour of Sports on a Sunday Morning, Tom Ackerman is joined by a panel to preview the College Football Playoff, breaking down predictions and key matchups ahead of the big games. The discussion covers team strategies, potential outcomes, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming matchups. Next, Earl Austin Jr. joins to preview the Mizzou vs. KU game, predicting a competitive match after KU’s loss to Creighton. Earl highlights SLU's health concerns with Kellen Thames and Larry Hughes dealing with injuries, and emphasizes the importance of AJ Casey’s return for added size and athleticism. He also praises Isaiah Swope’s explosiveness and Robbie Avila’s versatility, while acknowledging Gibson Jimmerson’s recent performance. Earl reflects on his induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, sharing the honor with Jim Jackson. To wrap up the hour, Doug Armstrong discusses the upcoming Jack Buck Awards and the recognition of Ken Hitchcock with the Legends Award. Doug shares insights into the Blues’ strategy, including the team's need for balance, consistency, and long-term success. He also touches on Justin Faulk’s injury recovery and the promising future of prospects like Jimmy Snuggerud and Dalibor Dvorsky. Later in the show, Eli Drinkwitz joins to discuss Mizzou’s football program’s success and their upcoming bowl game, while John Mozeliak provides an update on the Cardinals’ offseason strategy, touching on player development, trade inquiries, and the Winter Meetings. Bernie Miklasz and Tom Ackerman analyze the College Football Playoff bracket reveal, previewing key matchups and discussing the Cardinals' offseason direction, including potential trades.