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Win Now or Get Bent
Win Now or Get Bent
Author: Keff Ciardello
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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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A strong finish to the regular season has the Texas State men's basketball team in the 5-seed of the Sun Belt Championship Tournament after a 6-team tie for second place in the standings. Keff Ciardello is here to give a Bobcats' laden preview before following TXST on a road trip to Pensacola, Florida for the tourney. Plus, quick updates on baseball, softball and football. Editor's note: Texas State men's and women's track & field swept the Sun Belt Conference Indoor Championships for the first time in program history. Texas State WBB is the 8-seed in the SBC tournament and play Thursday morning in Pensacola. Missed it this time but we'll recap both in the next one. Lots of sports right now!
Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - The Pac-12 Conference revealed Texas State's 2026 schedule with the Bobcats hosting 7 home games with 8 total games in the Lone Star State. Keff Ciardello to give his thoughts on the Bobcats' 2026 slate as well as an update on basketball, baseball and softball.
Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - It's been 5 years to the day since Win Now or Get Bent's first episode as an audio only podcast. Keff Ciardello celebrates with a big mailbag from the Texas State faithful as the offseason hits full swing.
Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com - Texas State football added 38 players for its 2026 recruiting class in preparation for the Bobcats' inaugural season in the Pac-12 Conference. After retaining key starters and new college football rule locking transfers in until after the season, Texas State's 2026 roster is nearly full. With that in mind, Keff Ciardello gets a head start on a way too early depth chart prediction featuring 100 current Texas State players.
The transfer portal window closed last Friday with Texas State officially announcing 18 new players, including 6 defensive lineman, to add to its 37-man 2026 class. Bobcats coming and Bobcats going, Keff Ciardello is here to breakdown Texas State's 2026 recruiting haul. (Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com)
Texas State football dominated the Rice Owls in the Armed Forces Bowl for the Bobcats' 3rd consecutive bowl victory after a winning season. Keff Ciardello is here to talk all about the 41-10 win, the historical program records that were broken in 2025, and how the Texas State Bobcats are fairing in the transfer portal window (Jan. 2 - Jan. 15).
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 🧨
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 🎄 🎁
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!
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!
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.
-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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.




