Business of Sports: NFL Business Podcast

This week is a Brandt's Rants edition of the Business Of Sports podcast. Andrew 'Rants' on the following topics: - The NFL Trade Deadline & why it's not as active as other sports (1:26) - The Patriots Cap issues & Bill Belichick's excuses (12:32) - Andrew's hope for the Presidential Election ( 18:05) linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Atlanta Falcons General Manager Thomas Dimitroff returns to the pod to talk about his inital reaction of being let go by Atlanta (3:32), Rich McKay's return to football operations wih the Falcons (11:57), working hand in hand with Dan Quinn (24:45), the Falcons struggles in 2020 (30:53), his commitment to fitness (34:48), & more. linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the two year anniversary of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL Day), co-founder Paul Rabil joins Andrew to talk about building a sports league from the ground up, embracing new media, playing in a bubble (before the NBA), his TV broadcasting deal with NBC, & so much more. linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew & panel of top fitness entrepreneurs look inside the fitness industry adapting to the new normal during the pandemic. Yen Chu (Exuinox), Aryan Rashed (Tremble Pilates), Nicki Warnick (Iron Cross Athletics), & Mark Megna (Anatomy Fitness) all discuss their businesses & how to navigate then moving forward. Andrew also comments on Dak Prescott's injury & the upside of his NFL financial future. linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, it's a 'Brandt's Rants' edition of the Business Of Sports with Andrew talking about: - The Tennessee Titans COVID outbreak (:45) - The NFL's handling of the pandemic (8:28) - Why Bill O'Brien was destined to fail in Houston (11:49) - Aaron Rodgers stellar start to 2020 (17:07) linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is a Brandt's Rants edition of the Business Of Sports podcast. Andrew shares his thoughts on this week's biggest stories including: - The return of College Football (2:48) - The Tennessee Titans COVID outbreak (9:20) - Why NFL Ratings don't really matter (13:14) - Does Tyrod Taylor have a legal claim? (15:42) linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Chargers team physican, Dr. David Chao talks with Andrew on a wide range of topics including: - The responsibillities of a team physician (4:50) - Junior Seau (10:00) - How concussion protocols have evolved (15:58) & the 'Edelman' rule (21:30) - Tyrod Taylor's punctured lung (25:30) - 2020 injuries...more than normal, or just higher profile names? (40:30) - Grass vs Turf injuries ( 47:15) - Covid & the NFL (52:51) linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte Hornets PJ Washington has teamed up with SportBLX to offer investment shares on his future earnings. On this week's episode, Andrew talks with PJ & Sport BLX co-founder Joe De Perio about the relationship, how to invest, & the future of investing in pro athletes. Connect with the Pod: linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a 'Brandt's Rants' edition of the Business Of Sport podcast. This week Andrew talks about: -The start of the NFL season (2:00) -Why Jadeveon Clowney went to Tennessee instead of New Orleans (8:29) - How Deshaun Watson's new deal compares to Patrick Mahomes contract (14:29) -Social justice in the NBA (19:50) Sponsor Download the DraftKings Sports Book app and enter code Ross for a signup bonus of up to $1,000 Connect with the Pod linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's Bomani Jones joins Andrew on this week's podcast to talk about his Vanity Fair college football article. They also get into the differences between NBA & NFL players, why NFL players believe (more than other pro sports athletes) in the greater good of the team, how the BigTen is different than the other Power 5 conferences, &much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Wright joins Andrew on this week's podcast to talk about his new role as team President in Washington & other topics including: - Jason's upbringing (3:10) - Embracing activism for social justice & racial equality (5:52) - Jason's process for getting the team President job (21:21) - The name change (24:37) - Ownership in Washington (25:12) - Becoming the first African American NFL Team President (32:54) - Playing through the Covid pandemic. (34:06) Sponsor: Download the Draft Kings app and use promo code ROSS to claim your share of $100M in instant giveaways and put yourself in the running for the $1M cash top prize. Connect with the Pod: linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Business Of Sports, Andrew 'Rants' on the Big Ten & Pac-12's decision to cancel fall sports, the downside of spring football for those conferences, & why the other power 5 conferences are still forging ahead (2:30). Also, Andrew analyzes the new deals for George Kittle & Travis Kelce (17:16), Kenny Clark's deal in comparison to Patrick Mahomes (19:44), & finally, "Greater tolerance for greater talent, " the story of Kemah Siverand, the undrafted free agent for the Seahawks who tried to sneak a guest into the team hotel. linktr.ee/BusinessOfSports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Andrew talks with Andrew Cooper, a Cross Country/Track & Field athlete at Cal. Cooper is a leader of the #WeAreUnited movement, empowering college athletes to unite for safety reforms with an ultimate goal of creating a college football player’s association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Andrew 'Rants' on the NFL/NFLPA agreement ie, the Covid CBA (2:48), The NFL Opt-Out deadline (13:49), economics over health (19:34), & the empowerment of college athletes (22:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's podcast, Andrew gives an NFL update on Covid -19 including: - The NFL & NFLPA Agreement & how the salary cap will be affected in 2021 & beyond. (2:19) - Opt-Outs (7:42) -Positive Player tests (12:17) -The voluntary opt-out stipend (14:52) - High Risk opt-outs (17:51) - The lack of competitive balance in 2020 (20:32) Don’t miss out on today’s sponsor DRAFT KINGS Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS for a sign up bonus up to $1,000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liz Clarke, columnist for the Washington Post joins Andrew on this week's Business Of Sports podcast. She details the problems throughout the Redskins organization including: Daniel Snyder's ownership/leadership, minority owners wanting out, the culture that led to sexual harassment, & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL Guard Geoff Schwartz talks with Andrew on this week's podcast about being a jewish NFL player, DeSean Jackson's anti semitic comments, & the reaction of others to Jackson's social media post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Andrew 'Rants' on many of the key stories in sports, including: the labor negotiations between the NFL & NFLPA, why the Patrick Mahomes deal is too 'Team Friendly,' DeSean Jackson's anti-semitic comments, a new team name in Washington, & the Ivy League postponing all fall sports until the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLB Network & WFAN contributor Jon Heyman joins Andrew this week to discuss the negotiations between MLB & the MLBPA. Also, Andrew's 'Rant' of the week focuses on Cam Newton's signing in New England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author/Psychologist Maria Konnikova talks with Andrew about her latest book, "The Biggest Bluff." She talks about her quest to learn poker and eventually play in the WSOP. They discuss risk taking, setbacks, how to read people, & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alejandro Bedoya, the captain of the Philadelphia Union joins Andrew this week to talk about Major League Soccer's health & safety protocols as they restart their season. They also discuss the MLS labor negotiations, the overall state of soccer in America, his activism, & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN/NPR contributor Howard Bryant is this week's guest on the Business of Sports. He & Andrew talk about race, race in America, & race in sports. Howard offers a real insight to why this moment in time is different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Andrew speaks emotionally about race, specifically his experiences growing up as well as this time in Green Bay. Also, he talks about the state of Baseball and the likelihood of it returning (or not returning). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Andrew turns the table and is interviewed by former Raiders exec Amy Trask. This wide ranging interview consists of personal life, advice for getting into the sports business, who is looking out for college athletes, the relationship between the NFL & NFLPA, and a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Andrew talks with animal rights attorney Carney Anne Nasser about Netflix's 'Tiger King' & the legal issues related to big cat ownership/wildlife trafficking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Andrew continues his interview with Michael Jordan's agent David Falk. They discuss the Harvey Gantt senate race, specifically Michael's reluctance to endorse Gantt & his alleged quip, "Republicans buy sneakers too." They also dive into MJ's charitable efforts, his gambling, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew speaks with his former boss & mentor David Falk about "The Last Dance" documentary, his relationship with Michael Jordan, the early years of MJ's career, his relationships with college coaches (John Thompson, Dean Smith, Mike Krzyzewski), the evolution of the 'Air Jordan' brand, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tulane Law professor Gabe Feldman joins Andrew on this week's podcast to talk about the latest discussions around NCAA athletes profiting from their name, image, & likeness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Brandt shares his thoughts on the Packers drafting Jordan Love. This bonus Business Of Sports podcast compares Green Bay's decision to draft Aaron Rodgers back in 2005. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL QB prospects Stephen Montez & Cole McDonald are this week's guest with Andrew. They talk about their draft prep, working out with Joe Burrow, the combine, & Covid-19, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Ohio State teammates Austin Mack & Jordan Fuller join Andrew on this week's podcast. They discuss the quick turnaround after the Fiesta Bowl straight into their draft prep, the combine, working out during the quarantine, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Agent Buddy Baker lost both of his parent to Covid-19 within 6 minutes of each other. Buddy joins Andrew on a bonus episode of the Business Of Sports to talk about his loss & the fund he set up in their memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Andrew checks in with NFL draft prospects Nigel Kilby & Darnay Holmes. They discuss their preparations for the NFL Draft, not being able to workout for teams, staying home during Covid-19, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew goes in depth on the shutdown of the sports world talking about layoffs, MLB's preemptive agreement with the MLBPA, Force Majeure, who's most vulnerable in college sports, the NFL's business as usual stance, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Attorney Richard Giller specializes in sports event cancelations, loss of value insurance for college & pro athletes, & disability claims. Richard joins Andrew this week to discuss the various legal issues in the sports world as it relates to the Coronavirus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew 'rants' about life without sports, the passage of the NFL's CBA, Free Agency (specifically Tom Brady), & more on this week's podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew & Ross debate the pros & cons of the proposed 2020 NFL CBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew recaps his experience at the 2020 NFL combine in Indianapolis. Also, he talks about the CBA fear mongering on this week's podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew weighs the pros & cons of the NFL owner's CBA proposal on this week's podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew "Rants" on the NFL combine for entering NFL players... as well as the the CBA for existing players on this week's Business Of Sports podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's Business Of Sports podcast, Andrew reviews the XFL's first week, the future of Philip Rivers in the NFL, and player accountability in the wake of the MLB cheating scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

XFL Commissioner Oliver Luck is this week's guest with Andrew. Oliver talks about the new league & its differences from the NFL (player contracts, player eligibility, rules), Vince McMahon, comparisons to the defunct AAF, & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donnie Carr, assistant basketball coach at LaSalle University reflects on the passing of Kobe Bryant on this week's Business Of Sports podcast with Andrew Brandt. Carr & Bryant met while in the 8th grade and competed on the court throughout high school. He has a unique perspective on Kobe including several stories about the kid who turned into a superstar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Business Of Sports, Andrew 'Rants' about the championship games, his thoughts on SBLIV, Andy Reid, why Tom Brady should explore free agency this off season, & a follow up to the baseball cheating scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew's 'Rants' this week include: a follow up on the recent NFL coaching hires, Luke Kuechly's retirement, the Astros sign stealing scheme, & Odell Beckham's antics following LSU's win over Clemson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Browns & Eagles team President Joe Banner returns to the Business of Sports podcast. He & Andrew talk about the recent NFL coaching hires, why he loves Matt Rhule in Carolina, Joe's unique perspective on the Browns, Andy Reid, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Andrew 'Rants' on the many people affected by coaching changes, NFL head coaching search firms, Mike McCarthy, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew counts down the 'Top Ten 2019 Business Stories from the NFL' including: Andrew Luck's retirement, Antonio Brown, CBA Negotiations, free agency, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Andrew's rants include: NFL coach/executive firings... (ie Tom Coughlin) & thoughts on personal time management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Jenny Vrentas is this week's guest on the Business Of Sports. She & Andrew talk about her 'Sportsperson of the year' article featuring Megan Rapinoe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices