Coach Talk - Cignetti Leadership, Belichik Snub, Knight's Legacy
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 198 - Coach Talk - Cignetti Leadership, Belichik Snub, Knight's Legacy We have a special guest from Hoosier land to talk about the incredible turnaround under Coach Cignetti, his memories of Bobby Knight, and the joy of having an undefeated national championship in Indiana. We also talk about the bizarre snub of Bill Belichik by the Pro Football Hall of Fame and rank the various "all star games" in order of watchability. Lots of fun on this one, with a little bit of everything - including brief tennis talk! This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup: Bill Hobson...
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Rewriting Painful Moments In Sports History
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 197 - Rewriting Painful Moments In Sports History Have you ever wanted to turn back time and change one play, one call, one moment for your favorite team? Everyone on the show has those moments and we're reliving them as fans who are still hurting years (decades) later. Plus, we talk Bears and Bills after an epic weekend of NFL Playoff games! This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup: Bill Hobson Pastor Paul Miller David Collins Pastor Josh Pardee --------- Did you know you can now ? You can listen to EVERY episode of CPS by visiting We would love to hear your...
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College Sports at a Crossroads: NIL, Transfers, and the Future of the Game
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 196 - College Sports at a Crossroads: NIL, Transfers, and the Future of the Game The 2026 season of Church Pew Sports kicks off with a wide-ranging conversation about the rapidly changing world of college athletics—and what those changes teach us about life, leadership, and faith. As Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and the transfer portal continue to reshape college football and basketball, the traditional idea of amateurism has all but disappeared. What’s emerged instead looks more like a minor league system, raising serious questions about...
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The Stunning Fall of Sherrone Moore and The Impact Outside of Football
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 195 - The Stunning Fall of Sherrone Moore and The Impact Outside of Football The stunning fall of Michigan Football head coach Sherrone Moore has sent shockwaves through college football—and raised deeper questions that go far beyond wins and losses. In this episode of Church Pew Sports, we examine what happened, why it matters, and how moments like this reveal the fragile intersection of leadership, pressure, integrity, and faith. We then COMPLETELY turn the corner and welcome in 2 Buckeye fans to talk about their team's pummeling of Michigan in The Game and...
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Kiffin Jumps Ship: Coaching Loyalty, Playoff Chaos & Faithful Leadership
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 194 - Kiffin Jumps Ship: Coaching Loyalty, Playoff Chaos & Faithful Leadership This week on Church Pew Sports, hosts Bill Hobson, Pastor Paul Miller, David Collins, and Pastor Dan Davis dive into one of the wildest weeks in college football, unpacking the ripple effects of Lane Kiffin’s high-profile departure from Ole Miss to LSU. The crew opens with reactions ranging from frustration to humor, including Bill’s inside scoop from Ole Miss AD Keith Carter and David’s comedic breakdown of Kiffin’s contract incentives—illustrating the absurdity of...
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A Very Special Thanksgiving Special from Church Pew Sports
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 193 - A Very Special Thanksgiving Special from Church Pew Sports This week we celebrate Thanksgiving week by sharing the Top 10 Sports and Life Thankfulness Lists from our hosts while also talking about The Game coming up on Saturday. We're guessing you didn't see "ham roll ups" coming on a list, but here we are. This one is truly a VERY special special. This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup: Bill Hobson Pastor Paul Miller Sean Irish --------- Did you know you can now ? You can listen to EVERY episode of CPS by visiting We would love to hear your...
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Show Me The Money - The New World Order of College Sports
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 192 - Show Me The Money - The New World Order of College Sports In this episode of Church Pew Sports, hosts Bill Hobson, Pastor Paul Miller, David Collins, and Randy Gilmer dive headfirst into one of the busiest, wildest stretches in the sports calendar — and connect it all back to real life, real faith, and the pursuit of integrity in a chaotic world. The conversation opens with a fast-paced recap of the latest action across the sports landscape, including the thrilling World Series finale, the launch of the NBA and NHL seasons, and the ever-spinning chaos of...
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The NBA Gambling Scandal Is Just Beginning
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 191 - The NBA Gambling Scandal Is Just Beginning What a wild week in sports as the NBA season begins and the FBI swoops in to upset the party. A pair of scandals that seem to be ripped from the pages of a movie script have rocked the league and call into question the integrity of games, players, and a Hall of Fame coach. We're diving into the details and ramifications of the scandals and making a direct connection to the wisdom and faith issues as it relates to sports fans who take part in gambling. Be sure to stay to the end for the 3-Minute Message! This...
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Coach Jon Gruden vs The NFL - Inside The Case That The League Wishes Would Go Away
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 190 - Coach Jon Gruden vs The NFL - Inside The Case That The League Wishes Would Go Away This week we dive into a very intriguing legal issue with an esteemed special guest as we look into the case of Coach Jon Gruden vs the NFL. Our special guest is actually the lead attorney representing Coach Gruden, Adam Hossmer-Henner of the McDonald Carano Law Firm. If you've ever been interested in the inner workings of the legal side of contracts and disputes as they reach the highest levels of sports, this "legalese" edition of CPS is fascinating. This week's CPS...
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An Exceedingly Wild Week In Sports
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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 189 - An Exceedingly Wild Week In Sports This week we cover a WIDE range of topics pulled from the wild sports headlines of the week, including: Bizarre stadium traditions and why the hot dog is an awful concession choice (according to some), player injuriy risk, the NFL's best teams, the Browns currently paying 8 quarterbacks, Fantasy Football controversy, saving college sports, and a powerful father/son moment that took place on the national stage. This is a fun one with a little something for everyone! This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup: Bill Hobson Pastor...
info_outlineWelcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 185 - College Football Chaos and Coach Corso Farewell
This week on Church Pew Sports, we dive into the best of college football week 1, NFL headlines, and a few unforgettable life stories.
The panel kicks things off with Michigan football drama, the debut of Bill Belichick at North Carolina, and the debate over expanding the College Football Playoff. Bill Hobson questions the SEC’s push for 28 teams, while Joshua Gilmer (fresh off a dramatic wedding day hospital trip) argues for 6, and Pastor Scott Tinman—a longtime youth pastor and first-time guest—makes the case for 16.
Week 1 highlights get plenty of attention, from Devin Hester Jr.’s kickoff return to Tulane’s emotional (but denied) Katrina tribute uniforms. The group also analyzes quarterback debuts at Ohio State and Michigan, while laughing about questionable walkout songs echoing across Big Ten stadiums.
The conversation takes a heartfelt turn with a tribute to Lee Corso and his farewell from ESPN’s College GameDay. From his legendary headgear picks to his family’s involvement in his later years, the panel reflects on Corso’s unique impact on the game.
Off the field, Joshua shares how his wedding reception was cut short by an emergency endoscopy, while Pastor Paul Miller recalls officiating a ceremony where a golden retriever wrecked expensive decorations. Scott adds his perspective on navigating sports loyalties as a Chicago fan raised in a Michigan household.
The episode closes with NFL stories, including Tyson Bagent’s inspiring rise, Micah Parsons’ trade drama, and even Matt Leinart’s kids Googling their dad’s career. As always, Bill and Paul tie it back to faith with a challenge from Psalm 119: stay consistent in both sports passion and spiritual direction.
Whether you love Michigan, Ohio State, or just football in general, this episode is packed with energy, humor, and meaning.
This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:
Bill Hobson
Pastor Paul Miller
Pastor Scott Tinman
Joshua Gilmer
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