Hour 3 - Bryan Woo Isn't Talked About Enough, Andrew Brandt

Brock and Salk dive deep into the overlooked brilliance of Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo, arguing that despite being one of the game's elite pitchers, he remains under-discussed in Seattle sports conversations. The hosts highlight his meteoric rise from a struggling college pitcher to a dominant MLB ace, crediting his mental toughness, confidence, and elite stuff—especially his wipeout slider and fastball. They spotlight a critical 'what if' scenario: what if Woo had stayed healthy during last year’s playoffs? His absence in key series could have changed the Mariners’ postseason trajectory. The conversation then shifts to the wild, unregulated world of college NIL deals, with guest Andrew Brandt revealing how schools now operate like NFL franchises with constant free agency, while unregulated agents—uncles, cousins, even parents—take 15-20% cuts. Brandt warns this is a legal and ethical free-for-all, with no oversight, and calls for agent regulation. He also muses on the NFL’s potential to adopt the Masters’ sponsorship model—reducing commercial clutter and improving the viewing experience. Finally, the hosts confront the Patriots’ silence on Mike Vrabel’s alleged misconduct, questioning why the NFL isn’t investigating under its personal conduct policy, especially given the widespread media avoidance and the team’s attempt to suppress the story.