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Win Now or Get Bent

Keff Ciardello

254 episodes

5 days ago

A sports podcast and media production company covering Texas State football, basketball and baseball since 2021, Win Now or Get Bent delivers high-quality content for the truest Bobcats fans around. Hosted by Keff Ciardello and produced by Zachary Webb - two Texas State graduates - WNOGB has emerged as the go-to information station for College Football and Texas State fans alike, ranking No. 9 in the 70 Best Texas Sports Podcasts for 2025 (FeedSpot). One of the fastest-growing and most dynamic sports podcasts available, subscribe here for the audio podcast with weekly episodes filled with in-depth sports updates. For the video version, check out the WNOGB YouTube channel featuring full episodes, quick-hitting shorts and jaw-dropping highlights for a Cinematic Recaps series.

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A sports podcast and media production company covering Texas State football, basketball and baseball since 2021, Win Now or Get Bent delivers high-quality content for the truest Bobcats fans around. Hosted by Keff Ciardello and produced by Zachary Webb - two Texas State graduates - WNOGB has emerged as the go-to information station for College Football and Texas State fans alike, ranking No. 9 in the 70 Best Texas Sports Podcasts for 2025 (FeedSpot). One of the fastest-growing and most dynamic sports podcasts available, subscribe here for the audio podcast with weekly episodes filled with in-depth sports updates. For the video version, check out the WNOGB YouTube channel featuring full episodes, quick-hitting shorts and jaw-dropping highlights for a Cinematic Recaps series.

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Episodes (20/254)

Win Now or Get Bent

Texas State Head Coach GJ Kinne Interview and Armed Forces Bowl Preview | No. 218

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - Texas State head coach GJ Kinne joins Keff Ciardello to talk about the Bobcats' 3rd consecutive bowl game, defensive changes, and the transfer portal ahead of Texas State's matchup against the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl this Friday at noon.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, SICKOS 🧨

5 days ago

43 minutes

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G5 In the CFP Debate, 2 New Texas State Coaches, and Bobcats' Transfer Portal Update | No. 217

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - Texas State picked up not one, but two defensive coordinators to revamp its defense - South Alabama DC Will Windham and Sac State DC Marcus Patton as assistant coach. Will this improve the Bobcats' lackluster defense from 2025?

Keff Ciardello starts the show with his thoughts on the G5 in the CFP debate before discussing Texas State's new reported hires with Windham and Patton. Plus, an update on the Bobcats' transfer portal announcements.

MERRY CHRISTMAS, SICKOS 🎄 🎁

2 weeks ago

46 minutes

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Armed Forces Bowl For Texas State Against Rice and The Big 3 Announce 2026 Return | No. 216

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - The Texas State Bobcats are heading back to DFW for the postseason to take on the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl on Jan. 2. Plus, quarterback Brad Jackson announced on Friday night that he would return for the Bobcats debut season in the Pac-12 in 2026, along with his two favorite targets, Beau Sparks and Chris Dawn Jr. Keff Ciardello is here to wrap up the wild news week for Texas State football. Check out the WNOGB YouTube Channel!

1 month ago

38 minutes

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Texas State DC Dexter McCoil FIRED | No. 215

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - A massive move for Texas State after NSD 2026 and before its bowl game announcement this weekend - the Bobcats head coach GJ Kinne fired defensive coordinator Dexter McCoil on Thursday. WNOGB host Keff Ciardello talks about what this means for Texas State while kicking around some candidates for the next DC before recapping the All-Sun Belt team recognitions for the Bobcats. Plus, a letter from Texas State AD Don Coryell. Check out our YouTube Channel!

1 month ago

42 minutes

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Texas State Secures 4-Star Commit In Massive NSD 2026 Recruiting Class | No. 214

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - Before we find out this weekend where Texas State football will play its bowl game, the Bobcats introduced 19 signed recruits for the class of 2026, including the school's first ever 4-Star, Kilgore WR/DB La'Keyleon Graves. Keff Ciardello is here to break down the Bobcats' post season aspirations and talk about the highest-rated recruiting class in school history.

1 month ago

56 minutes

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Texas State Bobcats Regular Season Finale Mailbag | No. 213

-Is Texas State head coach G.J. Kinne going to get caught up in the chaotic 2025 college football coaching cycle?

-Can the Bobcats beat South Alabama and get to bowl eligibility?

-What is the latest on the Pac-12 media deal?

-Are you buying or selling Texas State men's basketball after a 6-2 start?

Keff Ciardello answers these and more for our regular season finale mailbag.

1 month ago

1 hour

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Texas State's Final Game in the Sun Belt | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State plays its final game in the Sun Belt Conference this Saturday against South Alabama. With bowl eligibility one win away, Texas State will need solid performances from both sides of the ball to get the win. Plus, Zach address the college football coaching carousel.

1 month ago

15 minutes

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Texas State Bowl Hopes Alive After Beating ULM | No. 212

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - One game left for Texas State. One win needed for a bowl invite. The Bobcats beat ULM on Saturday for a 5th win and now have South Alabama on deck this Saturday to end the regular season. Can Texas State get a 6th win and reach bowl eligibility for a 3rd straight year? Keff Ciardello is here to break it all down.

1 month ago

48 minutes

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Texas State Makes Huge Defensive Changes | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State football finally gets a win after huge defensive changes, but questions remain. Who called the defensive plays? Why did the defense change to the 3-3-5?Will the defense keep the 3-3-5?

1 month ago

18 minutes

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Are the Texas State Bobcats Back on Track After Big Win? | No. 211

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - The Texas State Bobcats ended a 5-game losing skid with a big win over Southern Miss on Saturday. Now sitting at 4-6 on the season, the Bobcats need to win out in order to reach bowl eligibility with a sixth win. Is it too little, too late or does the Bobcats' high-powered offense finally have a competent defense to match? Keff Ciardello is here to break it all down.

1 month ago

46 minutes

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3 Keys to Beat ULL | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State football sits at 3-5 after a frustrating loss to James Madison — and now the Bobcats are shaking things up on defense. With schematic changes underway, they head to Lafayette for a pivotal matchup against the Ragin’ Cajuns.

This week on Wizard Wednesday, I’m breaking down what these adjustments mean, how they could reshape the season, and the three keys Texas State must execute to get back in the win column. This isn’t just another road game — it’s the last chance to finally beat ULL.

2 months ago

20 minutes

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Texas State Falls to 3-4 | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State football has lost three straight, is winless in the Sun Belt, and sits at 3-4 on the season. It’s time to ask the hard question — is it officially time to hit the panic button?
In this week’s Wizard Wednesday, Zach Webb breaks down:

What went wrong against Marshall.

The controversial 4th-down and fake punt calls.

Why the defense still isn’t good enough.

How coaching decisions have shaped this losing streak.

And a brutally honest look at the state of Texas State football — expectations, accountability, and where the program goes from here.

2 months ago

26 minutes

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Texas State Football is Trending the Wrong Direction After Back to Back Losses | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State Football is trending in the wrong direction after back to back losses. Zach explores what is going wrong on each side of the ball and whether it is time to hit the panic button.

2 months ago

24 minutes

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Texas State's Defense Needs Change After Another Blown Lead | No. 210

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - A Homecoming fiasco, Texas State (3-3, 0-2) squandered a 28-7 first half lead to lose to the Troy Trojans (4-2, 2-0) in overtime. Consecutive losses despite the offense gaining over 500 yards and scoring at least 30 points - it's time for GJ Kinne and the Texas State Bobcats to take accountabilty for the underperforming defense. Keff Ciardello is here to talk all about it.

2 months ago

43 minutes

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The Keys to Beat Troy | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State fell short against Arkansas State, and Zach breaks down what went wrong — from clock management to missed opportunities — before turning the page to Troy.

With the Bobcats heading back home, Zach lays out his three keys to victory against the Trojans and what needs to change for Texas State to bounce back in Sun Belt play.

3 months ago

20 minutes

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MAILBAG: TXST's Tough Loss to Arkansas State Leads to Tough Questions | No. 209

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - The Texas State Bobcats were riding sky high heading into the bye last week, but things came crashing down the Earth with a 31-30 loss at Arkansas State to open Sun Belt play on Saturday. What happened to TXST? Who is to blame? Where do the Bobcats go from here?Keff Ciardello is here to answer burning questions from the Bobcat faithful in this addition of a WNOGB mailbag.

3 months ago

1 hour 10 minutes

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Can Texas State Break the Blowout Trend at Arkansas State? | Wizard Wednesday

The last two Texas State vs. Arkansas State matchups ended in blowouts for the home team. This week, the Bobcats head to Jonesboro looking to flip the script. On this episode of Wizard Wednesday, Zach breaks down three keys to victory for Texas State:

How to defend Jaylen Rainer and force him out of his comfort zone

Why discipline against the jet sweep and reverses will be critical

How the Bobcats’ offense can attack Arkansas State’s safeties for explosive plays

Will Texas State finally end the blowout streak in Jonesboro? Watch for the full breakdown and leave your thoughts in the comments.

Thumbnail Photos Courtesy Texas State Football

Intro/Outro Music: Also Sprach Zarathustra recorded and conducted by @officialphilman

3 months ago

14 minutes

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Is GJ Kinne Leaving Texas State? | No. 208

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - It's a bye week for Texas State football but that doesn't mean the Bobcats aren't still in the news. TXST head coach GJ Kinne's name has been floated around to replace Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State, along with other potential P4 jobs that might open up.

Is GJ Kinne going to leave TXST?

If so, who should the Bobcats look to replace the most successful coach Texas State has had at the FBS level?

Keff Ciardello is here to break it all down and then not talk about it again until (hopefully) the end of the season. (Produced by Zachary Webb)

3 months ago

37 minutes

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Texas State Football: 3 Takeaways From the First 4 Weeks | Wizard Wednesday

Texas State football is off to a 3–1 start, and with the bye week here it’s time to take stock. In this week’s Wizard Wednesday, Zach shares three big observations from the first four games of the season—covering Brad Jackson’s emergence, the defense’s challenges, and why the Sun Belt West is wide open for the Bobcats.

What are your takeaways from the first month of Texas State football? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.

#TexasState #TXST #WizardWednesday #SunBelt
Thumbnail Photos Courtesy Texas State Football
Intro/Outro Music: Also Sprach Zarathustra recorded and conducted by @officialphilman.
#TexasStateFootball #TXST #CollegeFootball

3 months ago

13 minutes

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TXST's First-Ever 4-Star Commit, ASU Recap and Nicholls State Preview | No. 207

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, turnkey-tailgate.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - The Texas State Bobcats are coming off a loss on the field to Arizona State, but they found a win off it, securing a 4-star commitment from Kilgore two-way star La'Keyleon Graves. Plus, a look ahead to the Bobcats' next opponent on Saturday, Nicholls State, before closing on a Sun Belt Rundown with WNOGB host Keff Ciardello. (Produced by Zachary Webb)

3 months ago

50 minutes