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Hooks, Hits & Headlocks

Hooks, Hits & Headlocks

Written by: Chad Stephenson Tony Crabtree
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Hooks, Hits & Headlocks is a high-energy sports podcast that covers the worlds of fishing, football, wrestling, and a wide array of other sports at the professional, college, and high school levels. Hosted by passionate sports enthusiasts Chad Stephenson, the show delivers in-depth discussions, expert analysis, and lively debates on everything from the latest gridiron matchups to the biggest wrestling showdowns and top fishing hotspots. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or just enjoy great conversation, Hooks, Hits & Headlocks has something for everyone.

Copyright 2026 by Chad Stephenson Tony Crabtree
Episodes
  • “Fixing College Football: Bowls, Rankings, and Respect for the Game”
    Jan 23 2026

    College football is broken — and it's not just about NIL or the transfer portal. It's the timing, the structure, and the lack of respect for the season itself.

    In this episode, I lay out a full blueprint to fix college football from top to bottom: moving bowl games to create a real evaluation period, delaying rankings until they actually mean something, restructuring Rivalry Week and conference championships, and putting the national title back on New Year's Day where it belongs.

    I also tackle the chaos of the transfer portal and coaching carousel — and why both should stay closed until the season is officially over.

    This isn't just a rant. It's a plan.
    And it fixes a lot of what's dragging the sport down.

    Tune in and decide for yourself — is this the reset college football needs?

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    21 mins
  • “Big Ten Built Different: Indiana Wins It All, SEC Exposed”
    Jan 21 2026

    College football has a new power structure. Indiana's national championship victory is proof that the Big Ten now sits on top of the sport. I dive into how Big Ten programs are setting the standard, why the SEC hype no longer matches reality, and what this shift means for the future of college football.

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    21 mins
  • Ranking Reaction Show: CFB Top 25 Breakdown
    Nov 19 2025

    Chad reacts to the latest CFB Top 25, bringing the heat with bold opinions, sharp analysis, and the perspective of a lifelong sports guy who calls it like he sees it. If you love college football, this is your spot.

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    32 mins
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