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Off The Bench is a radio show on 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge hosted by former LSU players Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn.

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In hour three it’s time for our usual Football Friday fun! We play What’s the Ticket, give out this week’s Pontoon Parlay picks and make our final predictions for the weekend before wrapping up the show.

In hour two we take a look at some of the biggest Top 25 matchups on the Week 2 slate. Richard Dickson joins the show to look back at LSU’s dominant win over Clemson, give us his takeaways from the Tigers’ performance and look ahead to LSU vs. Louisi... more

It’s Football Friday live from Rouses! In hour one the guys break down Rams vs. 49ers from Thursday night before turning their attention to the weekend. We preview LSU vs. Louisiana Tech and discuss what we want to see from the Tigers, plus get ready... more

In hour three we talk a little local high school and middle school football before looking ahead to Rams vs. 49ers as the NFL heads Down Under. Trey Ledbetter from Pro Dreams joins us to talk sports memorabilia, then we get into some EPL talk before ... more

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Recent Guests

Pete Thamel
ESPN college football reporter, ESPN College Game Day contributor
ESPN
Episode: Hour One | Football Friday from Rouses, LSU vs. Clemson & Eligibility Ruling
Eric McLean
Former Clemson player and current broadcaster
Clemson / ESPN
Episode: Hour One | LSU-Clemson is Almost Here! Players to Watch & Game Day Buzz
Stephen Etheredge
Dr. Stephen Etheredge, expert guest discussing travel and readiness for LSU football
None specified
Episode: Hour Two | Dr. Etheredge, Tyler Shough MVP Buzz & Will Helmers
Dr. Steven Etteridge
Guest expert joining live from the garage
Medical/consulting guest
Episode: Hour One | LSU-Clemson Breakdown & Louisiana Prep Football
Jared Mitchell
Former LSU baseball/athlete guest
LSU
Episode: Hour One | NFL Players Back to College?! LSU Eligibility Chaos & Saints Injuries
Skip Bergman
Special guest host, LSU football figure
LSU / Louisiana sports community
Episode: Hour Three | More No. 5 Drama, Unc Matt & Ask the Bench
Aaron Rodgers
Quarterback, guest on the show for an in-depth interview
Green Bay Packers
Episode: Hour Three | Lakers Sale, Squirrels, Munchies & Ask the Bench
Steven Etheridge
Doctor joining the show
Dr. Steven Etheridge
Episode: Hour One | LSU Practice Conspiracies & Cam Jordan's Injury
Sam Leavitt
LSU quarterback (guest)
LSU
Episode: Hour One | Sam Leavitt Meets Media + LSU Football Practice Report

Hosts

Jacob Hester
Host of Off The Bench; former LSU football player; longtime Louisiana sports radio presence.
Matt Flynn
Co-host; former LSU quarterback; prominent voice on the show and in Louisiana sports coverage.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • All day listen

    Love the podcast, it’s sports related but not too sports heavy with facts and stats. Love the dynamic between everyone on the pod and the banter is great. I listen to every episode and get to feel like I’m hanging out with Hester and Flynn, and the gang.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cobis911
    United States8 months ago
  • CTE OTB 4 LYFE

    As a NYer who lives and dies by LSU football & would be in trenches without hesitation for Jake, Flynn, T-Bob (fallen soldier) and Alondra (ball knower) OTB keeps me up to date while still providing entertainment, great music (shoutout Alondra) as well as fun segments & incredible interviews…couldn’t live without y’all & appreciate yas more than ya know! #CTEOTB #GeauxTigahs #OTBTrenchesGang 🐅💪🏼🙌🏼⚜️🗽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GJ2489
    United States10 months ago
  • Where’s the Sports?

    As an LSU fan, I was interested in Hester and Flynn’s sports takes… but 20 minutes into the episode I had to turn it off… it was just 20 minutes of boring conversation. I don’t think many people listen to sports podcasts to hear about Costco’s deals on Halloween decorations.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LSUTreyb9999
    United States10 months ago
  • Great pod. Audio annoying

    I love T Bob and Jacob together. Great chemistry and great content.

    Please fix the audio. Your levels are very low and the ad breaks are very high and jarring.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    StingeRed
    United States2 years ago
  • Podcast episodes are messed up often

    The wrong podcast gets uploaded very often.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jdbdghsbrbd
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the local sponsor reads and the authentic Baton Rouge sports radio vibe.
Listeners appreciate guest interviews and insider insights on LSU and NFL camps.
Sound quality and volume balance are frequent talking points for improving the listening experience.
Fans love the chemistry and banter between hosts; it feels like hanging with insiders who know the regional scene.

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Hour One | Football Friday from Rouses, LSU vs. Clemson & Eligibility Ruling
Q: What happened yesterday in the courtroom that impacts player eligibility?
A judge granted a preliminary injunction that prevents the SEC from enforcing its five-for-five rule against the players while the case continues, effectively keeping them rostered for now.
Hour Three | Nick Underhill Talks Saints, Fantasy Football & Ask the Bench
Q: What is the expected timeline for Jordan Tyson's return?
Nick Underhill explains a 1-2 month recovery window with caution around hamstring injuries and notes the accumulation of hamstring issues as a concern for the Saints.
Hour Three | Lakers Sale, Squirrels, Munchies & Ask the Bench
Q: Would you go across the country teaching coaches and quarterbacks an actual cadence to eliminate clap counts?
Rodgers expresses excitement about helping spread cadence knowledge to simplify signals and potentially reduce reliance on clap counts, signaling openness to a broader coaching role.
Hour Three | Lakers Sale, Squirrels, Munchies & Ask the Bench
Q: Who's the complete liability on a road trip?
All four players named would be risky in different situations due to pranks and high energy, but the discussion highlights the chaotic pre-season dynamic rather than a single liability.
Hour Two | Jake Checks In, Mike Vrabel Stories & Day One of Camp
Q: What is training camp like for players and coaches?
Training camp is described as a grueling, grind-heavy process with 12- to 17-hour days, intense physical and mental demands, and a focus on building mental toughness.

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Two Baton Rouge–centric sports talk hosts deliver fast-paced, banter-filled commentary on LSU football, Saints and NFL camps, plus timely college football news, recruiting, and football culture. Episodes mix deep dives into depth charts, player development, and contract news with on-site reporting, guest interviews, and practical nutrition or training tips for athletes. A regional flavor dominates, with sponsor reads and local business spotlights, creating a lively, talk-radio atmosphere that appeals to hardcore LSU fans and NFL followers who enjoy personality-driven analysis along with occasional celebrity guest perspectives.

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8. Steven Etheridge

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