Episode 188

Civil War Stakes: Blueprint’s Cut, Athletic Dept Optics, Bray & Maalik

With Blueprint Sports now owning and operating Dam Nation, JP & Benny start digging into the aftermath. First, we surface a three-year-old report claiming Blueprint took a 20% cut on NIL deals, then connect the dots between Blueprint, Learfield, and a recent AD hire. All of it raising big questions and all of it failing the smell test. Plus: Maalik Murphy’s future, whether Bray has lost the locker room, the optics surrounding the Blueprint-AD connection, and what this all means for this week's Civil War and the upcoming offseason.

• Episode Summary

  In this episode, the hosts discuss the ongoing struggles of the Oregon State football team, reflecting on recent games, coaching changes, and the impact of NIL on the program. They express concerns over team morale, the quarterback situation, and the recent acquisition of Blueprint Sports, questioning its implications for the future of the athletic department. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community support and transparency from the athletic department as fans navigate a challenging season.

• Key Takeaways

  • The conversation highlights the ongoing struggles of the Oregon State football team this season.

  • The recent acquisition of Blueprint Sports raises questions about the direction of the NIL collective.

  • Fans express frustration over the athletic department's decisions and lack of transparency.

  • The importance of community involvement and support for the athletic program is emphasized.

  • Concerns about the effectiveness of the new NIL collective and its impact on recruiting.

  • The discussion touches on the need for better communication from the athletic department.

  • The hosts reflect on the team's performance and the expectations set at the beginning of the season.

• Soundbites

  "We're on to something here."

  "Terry's not here."

  "This whole season has just been a fever lightning storm dream."

  "We were wrong."

  "It looks like Bray has lost the locker room."

  "Who is Blueprint Sports?"

  "Blueprint gets a 20% commission on every NIL deal they broker."

  "Where does their loyalty lie?"

  "It doesn't pass the smell test."

  "We're selling out our collective."

  "Learfield owns the entirety of our marks."

  "Prove me wrong then."

  "I invite Brent Blaylock to come on the pod."

  "It is a catastrophe in the making."

  "Giant red flag."

  "We need people who bleed black and orange."

  "I don't want the better of two bad options."