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CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long.

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Latest Episodes

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander break down the most impactful NBA Draft withdrawal deadline decisions. Tounde Yessoufou is coming back and heading to St. John's. Milan Momcilovic is back. Koa Peat is gone. All-Americans are returning to the sport and... more

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander sit down for a late-May college hoops debrief on CBS Sports Network. Rueben Chinyelu is back and the Florida Gators are a problem, the Diamond Cup is coming and plenty more from around the sport!

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Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open the mailbag (email us! ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com) to answer all of your questions! From tournament expansion to NIL and everything in between. Who doesn't love a mailbag episode?! #moreofus

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READ: Norlander's High Point schedule story

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander dive in to the latest developments at the 2026 NBA Combine. The NBA doesn't love Koa Peat, should he go back to school? Plus, Tounde Yessoufou is returning to school and o... more

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Recent Guests

Brenna Green
Journalist who covered Final Four events
CBS Sports / Footwear?
Episode: MICHIGAN WINS A NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP! Title game recap from Indianapolis!
Jeff Brozello
Colleague contributing to coverage during the Final Four
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Episode: MICHIGAN WINS A NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP! Title game recap from Indianapolis!
Dan Hurley
Head coach, UConn Huskies
University of Connecticut
Episode: FINAL FOUR REACTION: Michigan mutilates Arizona 😱 UConn wins a grinder over Illinois
Tom Fornelli
Contributor, Cover 3 pod on X (Twitter)
Cover 3
Episode: Elite Eight Saturday REACTION! Arizona overpowers Purdue; Illinois runs away from Iowa + Tom Fornelli joins!
Chip Patterson
Sports journalist introduced as guest
CBS Sports
Episode: 2026 March Madness Round 1 Thursday Recap! UNC crumbles in VCU comeback; Duke's serious Siena scare; High Point! Chase Johnston! + a first Nebraska tournament W & more
Keith Gill
Chair of the NCAA Men's Basketball Committee
NCAA
Episode: LISTEN: Norlander interviews the committee chair on CBS Sports HQ
Bill Self
Head coach, Kansas Jayhawks
University of Kansas
Episode: Our interview with Bill Self: Darryn Peterson, his future in coaching and Kansas' turn to the postseason: 'This is where you earn your money'
Kyle Boone
CBS Sports writer and contributor
CBS Sports
Episode: Sparty wins/Purdue loses @ home for 4th time; UConn vaporizes St. John’s; Final Four And 2‼️with a special sendoff for Kyle Boone
Darren Peterson
Kansas player discussed as a major story in the episode
University of Kansas
Episode: Has Boozer 🔒 up NPOY? Kansas 62-0 on Mondays since '01; pay attention to 25-3 Virginia; Tuesday's bubble winners/losers

Hosts

Gary Parrish
Host of Eye On College Basketball, CBS Sports Network; long-time analyst known for strong roster insight and reporting.
Matt Norlander
Co-host of Eye On College Basketball; provides analysis, scheduling discussions, and insider perspective.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • As good as a 64 team tournament!

    One of us!

    Love the pod especially when it goes off the rails!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bjansen7
    United Statesa month ago
  • Calipari missed on plenty

    On this pod GP and Norlander railed against Tourney expansion! I agree 100%. 64 was best! Let it rip Norlander!

    But saying Cal “never missed” on recruits like Pope just did is erroneous. Did he forget BIG misses like Zion Williamson, James Wiseman, Myles Bridges. Paolo Banchero, Luke Kennard, Shabazz Muhammad & DJ Jeffries. All embarrassing misses. Maybe Pope can recover from this miss.

    —Blue Gator

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Gator Fan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cobb with slight of hand

    In response to GP question Cobb lumps Kansas, Duke, UNC and Indiana together as big brands not living up to past standards. The only problem is the stated standards he uses are NOT the same. He speaks of a couple not getting to second weekend and one not making tourney. Neither is true of Duke so what is the standard for Duke? Winning a natty!! You’re not fooling anyone Cobb. Duke is nowhere near underachieving like the other three. Get your facts straight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Gator Fan
    United States2 months ago
  • High level fun

    I subscribe to a wide range of podcasts and Eye on College Basketball is definitely my favorite. Crow miles - classic! Easily the pod I quote the most when I talk to my wife. If I could get a little more love for my Illini, this show would be perfect!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lake Zurich Pete
    United States2 months ago
  • Drown you in ads

    I like this podcast but the amount of ads are ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cdawgnasty
    United States2 months ago

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Engaging, fun banter with solid basketball insight.
The hosts' dynamics and analytics make complex topics approachable.
Consistently among the best for college basketball talk and timely coverage.
Very entertaining with data-backed takes, though some listeners crave more consistency.
Strong roster and NIL commentary; great for fans who want the business side too.

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Dusty May can’t go to NBA: Michigan-UConn rematch awaits in November; Mark Pope and UK fans; Players Era ups to 24 teams; HOF coaches don’t like NCAAT expansion
Q: What are the main concerns about Kentucky lacking a GM, and how does Pope respond to that critique?
The conversation highlights that fans want structural leadership in roster management; Pope defends his approach as transparent and emphasizes ongoing recruitment, but critics want clear governance like a general manager while acknowledging the roster challenges.
Dusty May can’t go to NBA: Michigan-UConn rematch awaits in November; Mark Pope and UK fans; Players Era ups to 24 teams; HOF coaches don’t like NCAAT expansion
Q: Is Mark Pope's Q&A with Kentucky fans a good idea for repairing trust after a rough recruiting period?
Overall, it's seen as a mixed move: some fans appreciate the transparency and the attempt to engage, while others worry it may not address the core issues, and a follow-up addressing the general manager question is anticipated.
Elite Eight Saturday REACTION! Arizona overpowers Purdue; Illinois runs away from Iowa + Tom Fornelli joins!
Q: What stood out most about Illinois' performance against Iowa?
The defense, especially in the second half, that smothered Iowa and allowed very few high-percentage looks, complemented by Illinois' disciplined offense and key contributions from Wagler and Stoyakovic.
LISTEN: Norlander interviews the committee chair on CBS Sports HQ
Q: What justified Vanderbilt's placement on the five line despite some chatter they might sneak in on the back end?
The committee considered Vanderbilt's quality wins down the stretch, including recent SEC tournament results, and the overall resume balance against comparable teams, which supported a five-line placement rather than a closer back-end spot.
LISTEN: Norlander interviews the committee chair on CBS Sports HQ
Q: On the bracketing protocols, were there teams that had to be moved specifically because of bracketing principles, aside from BYU who can't play on Sundays?
We relaxed our bracketing principles in the opening-round context to avoid repeat matchups, especially given how the ACC and SEC teams were populated in the bracket, ensuring we don't violate other principles for post-game matchups.

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Two veteran college basketball analysts bring fast-paced, witty analysis, roster-building insight, and industry-insider context to frequent episodes each week. Topics span NIL and the business side of the sport, coaching moves, scheduling experiments, conference dynamics, and ongoing roster churn, all anchored by banter and sharp, data-informed takes. Listeners can expect practical takeaways on team construction, non-conference scheduling, and how media rights, transfers, and structure changes shape the game, along with memorable anecdotes and candid reactions to current events in the sport. A standout dynamic is the distinctive back-and-forth between the two hosts, combining deep knowledge with entertaining, sometimes provocative commentar... more

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6. Keith Gill
7. Bill Self
8. Kyle Boone

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