In this in-depth and fast-moving episode, host Josh Stein sits down with Nik Erramilli, founder of the Erramilli Law Group, to unpack the rapidly evolving world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics.

Nik works directly with athletes, agents, and collectives navigating contracts, compliance, and the new financial realities of college sports. Together they explore how the NCAA House settlement has reshaped the entire system — creating a $20.5 million salary-cap-style revenue pool for Power 5 schools, fundamentally changing recruiting, transfers, and the definition of amateurism.

The conversation ranges from the legal history (O’Bannon & Alston) to modern-day case studies — including Carson Beck’s decision to transfer to Miami for a higher NIL valuation, the pressures on coaches to re-recruit rosters every year, and the rise of “below-the-line” sports like volleyball and swimming that are finding new NIL opportunities.

Nik breaks down how schools determine the cap figure, how collectives actually function, and why “everything is short-term” while the market matures. He and Josh also cover:

• The business model behind NIL deals — appearances, brand sponsorships, and short-term contracts.
• Why small schools may set the legal precedents for NIL contract enforcement.
• The dilemma for high-school seniors squeezed out by older transfer-portal athletes.
• How NIL is changing university fundraising, athletic-department structures, and even campus culture.
• The next frontier: litigation, regulation, and long-term contracts that bring stability to a billion-dollar marketplace.

It’s an educational, insightful, and occasionally funny look inside the intersection of sports, law, and capitalism — a must-listen for athletes, parents, coaches, and fans who want to understand the new business of college athletics.

• Josh welcomes back listeners and introduces Nik Erramilli, a lawyer operating at the center of the NIL ecosystem.
• Quick overview of NIL basics: name, image, and likeness rights that allow college athletes to profit from their personal brands.
• Historical context: O’Bannon and Alston cases paved the way for today’s system.

• How the class action led by swimmer Grant House forced change in how college sports distribute revenue.
• The resulting framework: a $20.5 million annual cap per Power 5 school for athlete compensation.
• How that number was derived — expert testimony, revenue shares, bowl and media rights, and a 22 percent allocation formula.
• Why smaller programs can’t compete with top-tier schools under the same cap, and how that shapes recruiting parity.

• No standardized contracts, limited oversight, and short-term deals.
• Schools experimenting with one-year arrangements as the legal system catches up.
• Expected wave of litigation when the first breach-of-contract cases hit court.
• Potential for buyouts and longer-term deals as the market stabilizes.

• Coaches now act like general managers, reallocating limited NIL budgets across sports.
• Comparison to Moneyball: balancing talent versus cost.
• The toll on coaches who must “re-recruit” their...

Week 12 was everything college football should be — perfect weather, a raucous Athens atmosphere, and a prime-time beatdown of Texas that turned Sanford Stadium into a celebration. Josh, Laurence, Ganz, and special guest Shaun Traub break down why Saturday was a “10 out of 10” day and how Georgia delivered its most complete performance of the season.

The guys dive deep into Kirby Smart’s brilliant fourth-quarter aggression, the perfectly timed onside kick that broke Texas’s soul, and the rising Heisman momentum behind Gunner Stockton after a five-touchdown masterpiece. They also spotlight a rapidly improving Georgia defense, the emergence of young playmakers, and what C.J. Allen’s knee injury means going forward.

From Shane Beamer’s historical meltdown to Lane Kiffin flight-tracker chaos, to ACC nonsense, to whether Georgia should want to play in the SEC Championship — this episode hits every bit of the Week 12 drama. And yes, the shirtless bros, belt-slapping kids, and the viral Georgia coed all make an appearance.

Another heater in the books. Another sucker bet cashed. The boys are cooking

• Tailgating at Lake Hartwell and Athens delivers elite fall weather, food, and vibes.
• Night games? Elite atmosphere. Terrible recovery time.
• Traffic meltdown leaving Athens sparks some late-night Ganz rage texts.
• In-stadium experience finally earns praise — loud, coordinated, and electric.

• Georgia opens with an early defensive stand that felt like “being up +4.”
• Mid-game lull (“the middle hour”) before the dam breaks.
• Turning point:
  • Back-to-back 4th-down conversions
  • Perfectly executed surprise onside kick
  • TD on the short field — lights out.
  
  

• Out-schemes Sark and attacks every Texas weakness.
• Fourth-down aggression sets tone.
• The onside kick: staff wanted it early; Kirby saved it for the kill shot.

• Arch Manning looked solid but outmatched.
• Drops killed drives; Georgia’s physicality broke their spirit.
• Texas finishes three games vs. Georgia with just 86 rushing yards total.

• 5 TDs on 83% completion.
• As many touchdowns as incompletions.
• Now top-5 nationally in total TDs.
• Outplayed Arch with the Mannings in the building.
• Selected as the Manning Award Star of the Week.
• Better numbers than Stetson after 10 games in 2022.

“He’s an absolute savage.”

• • Bobo’s creativity finally unleashed:
  • Roll-outs
  • Motion chaos
  • Beautiful schemed TD to Lawson Lucky
  • Fake-pitch TD to London Humphreys
  • Zachariah Branch = massive eye-candy decoy who changes defensive geometry.
  
  

• Pass rush peaking: Gabe Harris, Johnson, Zayden Walker all starring.
• Young rotation thriving: Demello Jones, Justin Williams, Chris Cole.
• Didn’t even notice C.J. Allen was out until after the game — depth is that good.

• C.J. Allen: Likely Grade 1 MCL sprain.
• Expect him held out until playoffs.
• Timeline: 3–5 weeks depending on bye scenario.
• Lawson Luckie back and fully effective.

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In this episode of Sports ’N Torts, Josh is joined by Texas Longhorn diehard, former Silver Spur, and current Notre Dame law student Pete Law Jr. — the first law-student guest in the show’s history. The two dive into this weekend’s massive Texas vs. Georgia showdown in Athens, explore what it’s like caring for Bevo on game day, and talk candidly about expectations surrounding Arch Manning, Texas’ SEC transition, and the evolving college football landscape.

Off the field, Josh and Pete get into the realities of law school, the Socratic method, and how clerking, trial advocacy courses, and courtroom reps are shaping Pete’s path. Pete also talks about what it was like growing up in a trial lawyer household — from his dad testing opening statements at the dinner table, to summers spent tagging along on site inspections, helping prepare cases, and watching trials. Those early moments shaped his interest in advocacy and still guide the way he approaches preparation, clarity, and storytelling today.

It’s a fun, fast-paced mix of football, law, family dynamics, and early career insight — exactly the kind of crossover conversation Sports ’N Torts was made for.

– The atmosphere of a night game in Athens

– Texas’ roller-coaster season and Arch Manning’s development

– Kirby Smart’s in-game adjustments

– What Texas must do to pull off a road win

– Why Georgia fans always brace for opposing QBs to have “coming-out parties”

– Growing up in Atlanta but choosing UT over UGA

– What it was like being a Texas Silver Spur, including caring for Bevo

– Game-day traditions, Bevo Boulevard, and behind-the-scenes mascot stories

– The legendary moment when Bevo tried to charge UGA in the Sugar Bowl

– How joining the SEC “feels different” every week

– New rivalries created by the expanded conference

– Why Texas vs. Georgia will now be a recurring matchup

– The elevated national profile that comes with SEC football

– Pete’s transition from business school to New York finance to law school

– Working at his dad’s firm: depo summaries, trial prep, discovery, and even painting conference rooms

– How federal judicial clerking sharpened his writing and courtroom instincts

– The Socratic method, avoiding burnout, and why efficiency matters more than raw study hours

– His upcoming role at the Manhattan DA’s Office and long-term interest in trial work

– Pete shares how trial work wasn’t just something his dad did — it was woven into daily life. Over spaghetti dinners, Pete Sr. would run opening statements or themes by the kids, asking whether the story made sense and what questions they still had.

– Those dinner-table “focus group sessions” taught Pete early that clarity wins cases and jurors need plain-English stories, not legal jargon.

– Summers at the firm gave him both sides of the profession: real trial prep (site inspections, depo summaries, case organization) and gritty small-business work (yard projects, fixing things at the office, reorganizing files).

– Watching his dad’s passion for helping injured people, the responsibility of representing clients in crisis, and the thrill of trial advocacy helped shape Pete’s own desire to follow a similar path.

– With both Pete and his brother in law school now, the Law family’s trial legacy isn’t just continuing — it’s expanding.

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Week 11 finally delivered something Georgia fans hadn’t felt much this season — a relaxed second half. The Dawgs cruised past Mississippi State behind a dominant middle-eight stretch, a breakout game from Nate Frazier, and the defense’s best performance of the year. With the win in hand, the crew quickly turned their attention to the big one: Texas coming to Athens under the lights for the third matchup in the past calendar year.

This week’s special guest is Peter Taaffe, Texas super-fan and father of Longhorn safety Michael Taaffe. Peter breaks down Texas’ season roller coaster, Arch Manning’s development, the Longhorn run game issues, and how Texas matches up with Georgia schematically. The guys compare Arch vs. Gunner, debate whether Texas is peaking at the wrong time for Georgia, and dive into positional matchups that will likely decide Saturday night’s showdown.

They also preview the insane travel and tailgating scene for this weekend, share insider Athens tips, talk stadium environments across the SEC, and hit league-wide storylines including SEC title scenarios, the ACC chaos, Big Ten survival, and the playoff math for both schools.

Finally, the crew gives their game predictions, Laurence delivers another winning Sucker Bet, and Ganz hands out maybe his favorite Jimbo of the Week yet — the LSU/State of Louisiana circus around Brian Kelly’s contract.

A loaded, fun, insider-heavy episode heading into one of the biggest weekends of the college football season.

• Dawgs deliver their first truly stress-free SEC game of the season.
• Nate Frazier’s breakout and Noah Thomas’ continued emergence.
• Best defensive performance of the year — creative pressures, better DL push.
• Mississippi State’s early TD followed by complete Georgia control.

Guest: Peter Taaffe – Longhorn fan and father of Texas safety Michael Taaffe.

• Roller-coaster year stabilizing behind Arch Manning’s development.
• Sark’s strength in scripted drives vs. Kirby’s elite in-game adjustments.
• Injuries and inconsistency in the Texas run game.
• Emmett Mosley’s emergence as a reliable target.

• Surprisingly similar season stats across passing yardage, rushing, and efficiency.
• Difference in sacks taken (Texas OL vs. UGA OL).
• Georgia’s yards per carry advantage and what it means for Saturday.

• Georgia DL vs. Texas OL — biggest deciding factor.
• UGA’s run defense vs. Texas trying to establish balance.
• Limiting explosive plays from Texas’ receivers.
• Making Arch uncomfortable vs. Sark creating early rhythm.
• Special teams X-factor — especially Texas’ electric return man Niblett vs. UGA punter Brett Thorson.

• Tailgating plans, downtown layout, and the “Arch Rule” on open containers.
• Expectations vs. Texas’ elite home-game production (light shows, drones).
• Navigating post-game traffic, Athens hills, and where to park.
• Red-Out concerns — who actually owns a red jacket in November?

• SEC title game math — what happens if UGA wins, loses, or splits.
• Why Georgia fans don’t want to play in the SEC Championship.
• The “Drunk ACC” playoff picture chaos.
• Big Ten survival mode but still on track for three playoff teams.
• Big 12 depth, A&M’s...

In this episode of Sports ’N Torts, Josh sits down with Scott Campbell, partner at Shiver Hamilton Campbell and one of Atlanta’s premier trial lawyers. Scott shares his journey from defending major corporations in medical malpractice/device and product liability cases to building a plaintiff-side practice focused on catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation.

Scott reflects on the mentors who shaped his early career, why he ultimately left a fast-track BigLaw trajectory to prioritize family and purpose, and how joining Jeff Shiver and Alan Hamilton reshaped his professional life. The two dive deep into trial preparation, the art of cross-examination, dealing with experts, adapting at trial in real-time, maintaining empathy for clients experiencing unimaginable hardship, and finding fulfillment in fighting for people during the hardest chapters of their lives.

On the sports side, Scott breaks down his love for Colorado football (with a daughter enrolled in Boulder), the Deion Sanders effect, and his thoughts on the Ryder Cup, including how to fix Team USA and why the pod system needs to come back. And of course, there’s plenty of golf talk, including scramble strategy, competitive nerves, and the YouTube-driven tinkering every amateur can relate to.

Authentic, thoughtful, and packed with insight on both the courtroom and the course, this episode blends strategy, heart, competition, and perspective — exactly what Sports ’N Torts is all about.

• Transition from defense to plaintiff work
• Early career mentorship and trial reps
• Balancing ambition with family and personal values
• Trial preparation frameworks & organization
• Listening as a superpower in trial
• Cross-exam techniques & the “Perry Mason moment”
• When to use experts — and when not to
• Handling wrongful-death cases with empathy and courage
• Client trust and the privilege of advocacy
• Why lawyers must stay adaptable, humble & prepared
• Marketing & referrals in a post-COVID trial world
• Giving back through CLEs and mentoring younger lawyers

• Colorado football, Coach Prime, and Boulder culture
• The Dion Sanders effect & program transformation
• Georgia Bulldogs fandom (and why Josh won’t let him talk enough Dawgs)
• Ryder Cup breakdown — why Team USA struggles in foursomes
• Case for returning to the pod system
• SEC pod idea for Ryder Cup team chemistry
• Golf competition vs. casual rounds
• Scramble strategy & opening-tee nerves
• YouTube golf addiction & tinkering swings

• Trial excellence is built on preparation, listening, and authenticity
• A lawyer’s purpose goes beyond verdicts — it's about people
• Sports psychology mirrors trial work: pressure, poise, process
• Culture matters — in law firms and locker rooms
• The biggest moments often come from unexpected opportunities

• Real-world trial strategy
• Lessons from elite mentors
• Purpose-driven law practice
• Honest conversations about balancing career & family
• College football & golf strategy talk
• High-performance mindset discussions

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They break down the emotional roller coaster that was UGA–Florida: fourth-and-one stands, controversial calls, a clutch Chauncey Bowens TD run, and that infamous “catch/no-catch” moment that sent social media into meltdown. The crew debates whether Georgia’s defense is playing rope-a-dope all year just waiting to flip the switch, and comparisons surface to last year's Ohio State postseason surge.

They also hit on the YouTube TV vs. Disney/ESPN streaming feud and crown Sergey Brin & Larry Page the “Jimbo of the Week” for leaving fans scrambling for a stream. Other topics include the SEC playoff chaos potential, Tennessee’s collapse, Auburn firing Hugh Freeze, ACC messiness, and the rise of the Oklahoma State shirtless bros — who apparently stole a tradition first created by Josh and friends at the 2001 Citrus Bowl.

Predictions close the show, with the crew cautiously optimistic that UGA will finally win comfortably against Mississippi State — but we've heard that before…

Another rowdy, fast-moving week full of laughs, debate, and Dawg joy (and stress).

• UGA’s knife-fight win over Florida
• Defensive inconsistency vs. clutch execution
• Gunner Stockton’s growth & leadership
• Chauncey Bowens and Zachariah Branch: rising stars
• SEC playoff picture chaos
• Tennessee + all-sizzle-no-steak criticism
• Auburn firing Hugh Freeze — coaching carousel rolls on
• ACC shake-ups & concern for Miami/Tech
• YouTube TV vs. Disney/ESPN streaming showdown
• Oklahoma State shirtless fan trend origin story (claim staked!)

• “Hard to kill” Dawgs theme
• 4th-and-1 defensive stand
• Controversial late incompletion / review rant
• Special-teams weirdness & Jacksonville voodoo
• Kirby clock-control kneel-down at the 1-yard line
• Injury concerns on defense
• Is this team built for the playoffs?

• Texas momentum & playoff shot
• Vanderbilt chaos & near-miracle
• Tennessee falls flat at home — again
• Auburn fires Hugh Freeze (expected)
• ACC reliability issues: Clemson, Tech, Miami
• Playoff math across conferences

• Jimbo of the Week: YouTube’s founders (sorry, Larry & Sergey)
• Shirtless overtime originators: Josh & crew demand credit
• “Sketchy Dawgs” preview — Mississippi State up next
• Line talk & sucker bet pick of the week (Clemson -2 vs. FSU)

• UGA expected to finally blow one out
• Score predictions range from “comfortable” to “ugly but win”
• Sucker Bet of the Week: Clemson -2 vs. Florida State

As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm - a personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA - www.jsteinlawfirm.com.

Season 5 of Sports ’n Torts keeps rolling with a first for the show — a medical guest. Joshua sits down with Dr. Brad Prybis, a Georgia-based orthopedic spine surgeon and former Georgia Tech tennis player, to talk about what really happens inside the body after a car or truck wreck.

Dr. Prybis shares his fascinating path from Georgia Tech engineer and touring musician to spine surgeon, explaining how his engineering background helps him understand and even design spinal implants. From there, the conversation dives into the practical medicine behind the personal-injury cases lawyers handle every day — how back and neck injuries are diagnosed, what the imaging really shows, and the step-by-step process of conservative and surgical care.

They cover everything from epidural and PRP injections to ACDF and laminectomy surgeries, plus how Dr. Prybis guides patients through fear, recovery, and the long road to maximum medical improvement. For plaintiff lawyers, this episode is a master class in understanding the medical side of spine cases — told in plain English by the doctor who actually performs the surgeries.

The second half shifts gears into sports: Georgia Tech’s football resurgence, the Agassi-era golden age of American tennis, and how being a college athlete built the discipline that drives Dr. Prybis’s medical career today.

🏥 From Tennis to the Operating Room

• Dr. Prybis’s journey: Georgia Tech tennis star → mechanical engineer → orthopedic spine surgeon
• How engineering knowledge directly applies to spinal surgery and implant design

🧠 Crash-Related Spine Injuries

• How car and truck wrecks can aggravate or accelerate pre-existing spine degeneration
• The anatomy of the spine — vertebrae, discs, joints, nerves — and how each can cause pain
• Why every patient’s mechanism of injury is unique (“you can’t judge it from car photos”)

🔍 Diagnosis & Imaging

• Taking a detailed history, physical exam, and flexion/extension X-rays
• What doctors look for on MRI reports: herniations, stenosis, spondylolisthesis
• When MRI results don’t match pain complaints — what to do next

🩹 Conservative Treatment First

• Role of rest, PT, bracing, chiropractic, and medications
• Injections: epidural steroids, facet blocks, medial branch blocks
• Regenerative options: PRP, stem-cell therapy, and how they promote true healing
• When to move from conservative care to surgical intervention

🔧 Surgical Solutions Explained Simply

• ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion) — what it is and why it works
• Posterior Cervical Fusion and Laminectomy — when the back approach is needed
• Typical recovery times, outcomes, and success stories (including Peyton Manning’s comeback)

⚖️ For the Lawyers Listening

• How Dr. Prybis evaluates causation and pre-existing conditions
• What “maximum medical improvement” (MMI) actually means
• Tips for taking effective doctor depositions
  • Streamline questions — don’t just read the chart
  • Use visuals or medical illustrations to help juries understand
  • Let the doctor explain, not just recite notes
  
  

🏈 Sports Segment — From Georgia Tech to Tennis Legends

• Georgia Tech’s 7-win season and Brent Key’s culture rebuild
• Memories of training at Nick Bollettieri’s academy with Andre Agassi and MaliVai Washington
• Reflections on American tennis then vs. now — Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, and the new...

The crew returns from Georgia’s bye week with plenty to unpack across the college football landscape. Josh, Laurence, and Jason dive into another entertaining week of SEC chaos, highlighted by Brian Kelly’s firing at LSU, Alabama’s narrow win at South Carolina, and Lane Kiffin’s continued rise at Ole Miss.

They discuss which programs have the best coaching openings (LSU, Florida, Penn State), what’s next for Lane Kiffin, and how NIL and the transfer portal are reshaping hiring decisions. The group debates playoff implications, assessing which SEC teams still control their destiny, and preview the world’s largest outdoor cocktail party as Georgia prepares for Florida.

In true “Last Call” fashion, the guys mix in plenty of humor — from Six Flags mishaps and Garth Brooks karaoke to their annual Jacksonville “Trail of Tears” trip stories. The episode wraps with Laurence’s “Sucker Bet,” Jason’s “Jimbo of the Week,” and predictions for the Dawgs’ showdown with the Gators.

• Josh admits no intro this week but launches straight into post-bye-week chatter.
• Laurence recounts a busy family weekend — Fright Fest, homecoming, and his wife’s birthday — while Jason starts his “winter beach body” routine.
• The guys swap Six Flags stories, including a lesson learned: “Always buy the fast pass.”

1. Alabama vs. South Carolina

• Alabama survives another scare on the road.
• Laurence points out this is two straight years South Carolina had Bama on the ropes.
• Discussion on Alabama’s strong resume despite early struggles.

2. Texas vs. Mississippi State

• Jason calls it a “blown game” by Mississippi State.
• Arch Manning takes a big hit; speculation about his status.
• Texas shows resilience but concern grows before their Athens trip.

3. LSU and the Firing of Brian Kelly

• Jason and Laurence unload on Kelly’s “fake accent,” poor culture fit, and massive $50M+ buyout.
• Discussion of potential replacements: Jon Sumrall (Tulane), Joe Brady, and Lane Kiffin.
• Speculation about which top jobs (LSU, Florida, Penn State) are most attractive.

• The group breaks down what coaches value most now:
  1. NIL war chest
  2. Path to playoffs
  3. Autonomy with staff and administration
  
  
• Predictions that this offseason could see chaos with many Power 4 jobs opening.
• Discussion of Lane Kiffin’s staying power at Ole Miss and why he may choose stability over prestige.

• Nine SEC teams still alive: A&M, Bama, Georgia, Vandy, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Texas, Mizzou, Oklahoma.
• Consensus: A&M, Bama, Georgia, and Ole Miss likely make the playoff; fifth SEC team possible if Vandy finishes 10–2.
• Josh raises “what if” scenarios involving 2-loss and 3-loss SEC teams and committee decisions.

• Offense: A+ — Gunner Stockton and the O-line earn high praise.
• Defense: D — Glenn Schumann’s unit underwhelming.
• Special Teams: Excellent — Woodring and Thorson shine.
• Coaches of the Year (UGA version): Mike Bobo and Stacy Searles.
• Laurence calls out underperformers like KJ Bolden, but confidence remains high heading into Florida.

• Florida interim coach “Fake Juice” Gonzalez gets some laughs.
• Laurence predicts a tight 31–24 Georgia win (no cover).
• Jason and Josh more confident: Dogs 41–17,