Games with Names

Matthew Slater is in studio! We’re breaking down Slate and Jules’ legendary performances in Super Bowl LIII between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams. Slate joins us on the couch (2:11). We go back to February of 2019 (46:06). We take a look at the Patriots and Rams rosters (52:54). We dive into the game itself (1:13:36). We score it (1:54:52). We wrap it all up by hitting the hotline (2:03:37). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Whitworth is in studio from the Wynn Las Vegas! We're talking Super Bowl LVI, Rams vs. Bengals. Andrew joins us in studio (4:10). We get into the Rams and Bengals rosters' (45:02). We get into this game (49:54). We score it (1:03:56). We go back to February of 2022 (1:09:40). We wrap it up by hitting the hotline (1:26:02). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lewis Black is in studio! We're reliving the iconic 2131 Game when Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig's record for most consecutive games played. Lewis joins us on the couch (2:17). We go back to September of 1995 (18:15). We check out each of these rosters (39:48). We dive into the game (44:01). We score it (1:02:06). Then, we wrap it up by looking at the most unbreakable sports records of all time (1:09:50). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryen Russillo is in studio! We're breaking down an all time playoff clash between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors from the 2019 Western Conference Semifinals. Ryen joins us on the couch (2:25). We go back to May of 2019 (35:28). We get into the Rockets and Warriors' rosters (49:40). We get into the game (1:06:51). We score the game (1:21:00). We wrap up with some Top 5 talk (1:28:15). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heidi Gardner is live from our home away from home studio in The Wynn Las Vegas! We're breaking down Super Bowl LIV between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. We get into these teams (14:32). We get into the game (31:53). We score it (43:00). Then we head home to LA and we go back in time to February of 2020 (51:06). We hit the hotline (1:05:52). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana White is in studio! We're breaking down one of the wildest UFC fights of all time: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor. Dana joins us in studio at the Wynn Las Vegas (4:01). We go back to October of 2016 (18:17). We profile both fighters (48:30). We break down the fight (58:18). We score it (1:08:22). We wrap it up from Vegas (1:12:45). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Horry is in studio! We're breaking down his legendary Game 5 performance from the 2005 NBA Finals. Robert joins us on the couch (5:36). We go back to June of 2005 (33:44). We check out these rosters (47:02). We get into the game (1:04:49). We score it (1:40:02). We wrap it up with some all time clutch talk (1:51:53). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Leinart is in studio! He’s here to break down one of the greatest and most controversial college football games of all time: “The Bush Push.” Matt joins us on the couch (3:03). We go back to October 2005 (34:05). We look at the Notre Dame and USC rosters (45:39). We dive into the game ( 1:01:18). We score it (1:14:15). We hit the GWN hotline (1:25:52). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Gronkowski is back in studio talking about one of the greatest Super Bowls of all time! Jules and Gronk are breaking down their first championship victory: Super Bowl XLIX New England Patriots versus the Seattle Seahawks. Roberto joins us on the couch (3:10). We go back to February 2015 (16:50). We look at the Pats and Hawks rosters (34:48). We dive into the game (54:46). We score it (1:48:33). Gronk sticks around to help us answer fan questions from the GWN hotline (1:52:54). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LeSean McCoy is in studio! He's a 2x Super Bowl Champion, Pitt legend, and the man they call Shady. He was a beast in snow games so it’s only right that we revisit his walk-off TD against Indy in 2017 aka “The Snowvertime Game.” Shady joins us on the couch (4:09). We go back to December 2017 (33:30). We dive into each roster and the game (47:55). We score this game (1:29:55). We wrap it up by answering some DMs (1:35:09). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charissa Thompson is in studio! She's the host of Fox NFL Kickoff and Amazon’s TNF and also a Seattle native and die hard Seahawks fan. So we’re talking about the time the Seahawks beat Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos for their first Super Bowl title: that’s right, it’s Super Bowl XLVIII. Games with Names has an exciting news update (3:00). Charissa joins us on the couch (4:30). We look at what was going on in February of 2014 (21:19). We dive into these rosters and talk Legion of Boom (44:25). We get into the game (1:17:40). We score this one (1:32:39). We wrap it up by hitting the hotline (1:35:05).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Eisen joins us in studio! As a long suffering Jets fan, Rich wanted to revisit their last playoff win which just so happened to be against the Patriots in the 2010 season’s Divisional Round. Rich joins us on the couch (2:53). We take a look at the world in January of 2011 (23:31). We get into these rosters and the game (47:50). We wrap it up by scoring this game (1:04:20). We conclude the episode by taking some questions from you, the fans (1:09:58). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terry Bradshaw joins us in studio! Together, we’re diving deep into “The Immaculate Reception.” As far as a game with a name goes, does it get much better? Terry joins us on the couch (3:00). We take a look at what was going on in January of 1972 (36:20). We dive into each of these Hall of Famer packed rosters (1:07:30). We get into the game (1:28:12). We wrap this thing up with a score (1:56:21). And last, but certainly not least, we hit the hotline to answer some voicemails (2:11:55). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Gulman is with us in studio! He's a Massachusetts native, Patriots die hard, and comedy legend. We’re looking at the pre-Brady high water mark for the New England football Patriots: the 1985 AFC Championship Game. Gary joins us on the couch (3:22). We take a look at what was going on in January of 1986 (13:30). We revisit these teams and dive into the game (45:25). We wrap this thing up with a score (1:40:30). Finally, we take some calls and deliberate on what we should name the studio (1:47:36).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve got comedian and Giants fan, Tom Papa in studio to relive one of the best Super Bowls of all time: "Wide Right." Tom joins us on the couch (2:40). We head back to January of 1991 (36:58). Then we dive into this game and run through the rosters (44:26). We give this one a score (1:15:13). Finally, we look back at some of the most heartbreaking field goal misses in football history (1:21:53). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s back! That's right, we've got our pal Danny Amendola aka Coach Dola from the Wynn Las Vegas for a very special BONUS episode. Today, we’re diving into an all time classic: the 2014 AFC Divisional Round game between the Baltimore Ravens and the New England Patriots. Dola joins us in studio (4:01). We head back to January of 2015 to see what was going on in the world (14:35). We run through these rosters (22:25). Then we break down this absolute classic of a game (31:04). Finally, before we hit the craps tables, we give this one a score (58:12). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve got comedian, actor, and die hard Chiefs fan Rob Riggle in studio! We’re diving into the 2019 AFC Championship game aka “The Super Blood Wolf Moon Game” between the New England Patriots and the Kansas City Chiefs. Rob joins us on the couch (4:54). We go back in time to January 2019 (27:45). We run through these rosters (42:18). Then we dissect this OT thriller (51:30). We wrap this thing up by giving a very controversial score (1:18:27). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reggie Bush, one of the greatest running backs of all time, joins us in studio! We’re going deep on his iconic 513 all purpose yard game against Fresno State from the 2005 season. Reggie joins us on the couch (3:05). We look at what was up in November of 2005 (35:56). We revisit each of these rosters...damn USC was stacked (1:07:02). Then it’s time to break down this shootout of a game (1:26:28). We give this one a score (1:58:55). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Cuban joins us in the studio! He's everyone’s favorite shark, business mogul, and owner of the Dallas Mavericks. We go back to the 2011 NBA Finals and that wild Mavs run to the title. Mark joins us on the couch (3:47). We check out the world of June 2011 (20:34). Jack leads us through these rosters (29:39). We dive back into the game (43:50). You won’t believe where this one nets out on the scoring scale (58:30). We wrap up the episode by re-reviewing our patented scoring system (1:02:44). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bert Kreischer joins us in studio to relive the 2014 BCS National Championship and a whole lot more. Spoiler alert: this might be our wildest episode yet. Together, we relive his insane day at the 2014 BCS National Championship between the Auburn Tigers and his beloved Florida State Seminoles. Bert joins us on the couch (3:53). We check out what was going on in the world back in January of 2014 (39:42). We check out each of these rosters (44:42). We get to the game somewhat, somewhere in here lol. We close it out by giving this one a score (1:35:11). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back! Our old pal Rob Gronkowski makes his Games with Names debut to talk about one of his favorite games as a New England Patriot. It’s about time we got ol’ Robby G on the show. We’re looking back at “The Out The Club Game” from 2014 between the New England Patriots and the Indianapolis Colts. Rob joins us on the couch (6:45). We go back to the world in 2014 (23:36). Jules and Rob dive into these rosters (40:03). We relive this all time Gronk performance and get into what we really think about the Colts (1:01:30). We give this bad boy a score (1:19:34). Jules wraps it up by answering some questions from our listeners (1:27:36). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we’re reliving the legendary Game 4 of the 2004 ALCS and the series as a whole. We go back to the world of pop culture in October of 2004 (9:35). We revisit the 2004 MLB season and breakdown the Red Sox/Yankees rivalry (14:43). Big Papi joins the show to talk ball and take us inside that legendary comeback of a series (38:03). Jules & Sam break down the legacy of this one and give it a score (1:19:27). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, we're heading back to the Rose Bowl for Super Bowl XXI between the Denver Broncos and the New York Football Giants. We check out what was going on in the world of pop culture in January of '87 (6:02). We check out the teams and break down this star studded matchup (16:15). Mr. Simms joins us in studio to take us inside one of the greatest quarterbacking performances in Super Bowl history in what would turn out to be a game of many firsts (28:08). Jules & Sam wrap it all up, talk legacy, and give this game a score (1:31:40).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, it’s a real “leave no stone left unturned” kind of game on our journey to find the greatest game of all time. It's the 2012 Pro Bowl with Brandon Marshall. We look back at the world in January 2012 (6:44). Jules & Sam revisit these rosters (13:52). Brandon Marshall joins the guys to talk all things Pro Bowl and his MVP performance (23:26). We wrap it all up and give this game a score (1:16:38).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we’re going deep on one of the greatest scoring performances in NBA history. Sam & Jules take a look at what was going on in December 2006 (5:48). We check out that season in the NBA (20:25) and these respective squads (24:08). We’re joined by Gilbert Arenas to talk scoring in bunches, great Kobe stories, and NBA beefs (42:36). We wrap it all up and score this game (1:36:02).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we have comedian and Sacramento’s native son, Hasan Minhaj in studio! Together, we go deep on Game 5 of the infamous 2002 Western Conference finals. We break down the Lakers and Kings in this era and dive into Hasan’s Kings fandom (3:05). We go back to the world of pop culture in May of 2002 (25:03). Mike Bibby joins the show to talk about his iconic Game 5 buzzer beater and the controversial series (30:31). Hasan and the guys react to the Bibby interview (1:06:18). We wrap it up and score the game (1:11:53).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, it’s all about the 2018 NFC Wildcard Game between the Eagles and Bears aka the “Double Doink.” Sam & Jules see what was going on back in January 2019 (5:26). We dive into this infamous playoff game and both squads (18:31). We’re joined by not one, but two Long Bros, Chris and Kyle Long join the show to go deep on one the most memorable (and painful) playoff finishes in modern history (29:31). We wrap it all up and score this game (1:15:56).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Jules and Sam are off for the holidays, but producers Jack and Kyler are here to kick off the new year by taking a look back at some of the greatest moments from 2022. From Julian's wild night out in Beverly Hills with Paul Pierce to Peyton and Eli Manning talking Tom Brady and everything in between. Also we dig into the DMs and highlight some of our favorite fan submissions.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we’re going back to an incredible era in college basketball. We’re talking Duke vs. Arizona for the 2001 NCAA National Championship with Duke legend Shane Battier and we might just get a special appearance from Arizona Wildcat great Gilbert Arenas. We go back to the world of pop culture in April of 2001(8:09). We look back at this season in college basketball and revisit these squads packed with future NBA stars (27:18). Shane joins the show to take us inside the game and look back at the year he pretty much owned college basketball (33:38). Jules & Sam break down the legacy and give this one a score (1:21:29).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we’re talking about the most iconic women’s soccer game of all time. That’s right, it’s the 1999 Women’s World Cup Final with Brandi Chastain. We go back to the world of July 1999 (9:50). We take a look at both of these powerhouse squads (18:21). Brandi joins us to talk about this epic match, her life in soccer, and so much more (39:36). Jules & Sam break down the legacy and give it a score (1:29:40).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode we’re heading back to the ice. We’re joined by Bruins legend Zdeno Chara to go deep on Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. Comedian and friend of the show Joe List joins us in-studio as we go back to the world in June of 2011 (7:47) and revisit these squads along with the 2011 NHL season (23:30). Chara joins the show to talk being a Boston sports icon, retirement life, and hoisting the Cup (49:19). We talk legacy and score the game (1:25:04).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we go back to a record shattering performance in college football. It’s the 1998 edition of Texas vs. Texas A&M aka “Ricky’s Record.” We see what was going on in November 1998 (4:23). We get into the teams, the game, and the stacked 1998 Big 12 (12:25). Ricky joins the show to go deep on this memorable rivalry game and his life in football (26:34). Jules & Sam talk legacy and score this game (1:00:10).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode we’re talking 2009 Western Conference Finals Game 2 between the Lakers and Nuggets. We check out the world in 2009 (7:14). We break down the teams and the 2009 NBA season (20:34). Kenyon Martin joins the show to talk about those star studded Nuggets teams, facing off against Kobe in the conference finals, being an NBA tough guy, and a whole lot more (37:26). Jules & Sam dive into the legacy of this game and give it a score (1:22:45).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode we hop into the ring for one of the greatest matches in the history of professional wrestling: The Iron Man Match between Shawn Michaels and Brett Hart. We check out the world in 1996 (10:13). We profile both of these iconic WWE Superstars (26:58). Shawn Michaels joins the program to talk about this iconic match and his illustrious wrestling career (39:13). Jules & Sam breakdown the legacy of this match and give it a score (1:27:55).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode we go back to one of the longest playoff games in MLB history. That’s right, it’s Game 2 of the 2014 NLDS. We go back to October of 2014 to see what was going on in the world (3:47). We get into the teams and the 2014 MLB season (15:43). Hunter Pence joins the show to relive this 18 inning marathon and go deep on the Giants’ World Series run (26:03). Jules & Sam talk legacy and give this game a score (1:19:50).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we relive “Game 5” of the 2018 Stanley Cup Final with Washington Capitals super fan PFT Commenter in studio. We look back at the world of June 2018 (15:23). We dive into “Game 5” through the eyes of PFT and relive his wild celebration stories (23:03). The guys wrap it up and score the game alongside PFT (59:21).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we highlight a wild regular season showdown and one of Calvin Johnson’s greatest performances: the 2017 Cowboys vs. Lions matchup aka “The Fake Spike Game.” We go back to the world of October 2017 (7:25). We run through this wild regular season matchup and take a look at both teams (20:42). Megatron himself, Calvin Johnson, joins us to go deep on this shootout and his insane performance (36:42). We wrap it up and score the game (1:09:23).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we go back to the birth of a 90’s dynasty: Super Bowl XXVII. Jules & Sam head back to January 1993 (3:54). We take a look at these teams, the game, and the road to the Super Bowl (20:35). The Playmaker himself, Michael Irvin, joins the show to talk about the game that started a dynasty (42:27). The guys wrap it up and score the game (1:27:50).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on our quest to find the greatest game of all time, we turn not the NBA, NFL, or even the MLB, today we’re talking TBT. It’s the Inaugural TBT Championship game between Team Barstool and Notre Dame Alumni. With Big Cat in-studio, we reminisce on what was going down in July 2014. (8:52). We get into these teams and how these rosters were assembled (23:45). For the first time ever, Big Cat peels off the band-aid and talks about this “TBT Final.” We also hear from Notre Dame Alumni team member Torin Francis (37:56). We wrap up the game with Big Cat and give it a score (53:52).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we relive the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history: Super Bowl LI aka “28-3.” The guys relive what was going on back in February 2017 (5:43). We breakdown the game along with both teams (10:42). We’re joined by the one and only Dolamite aka Danny Amendola to talk about everything from the comeback to the afterparty (29:25). We wrap it up, talk legacy, and give this game a score (1:04:35).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we’re talking Super Bowl XXXIV aka “The Longest Yard.” The guys see what was up back in January 2000 (3:55). Jules & Sam review the game and each of these teams (10:53). Kurt Warner stops by to talk about his first Super Bowl and The Greatest Show on Turf (25:23). We discuss the legacy and score the game (1:09:41).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we gobble excitedly with the 1999 edition of Virginia Tech vs. West Virginia: The Battle for the Black Diamond Trophy aka “The Miracle in Morgantown.” Sam & Jules look back at what was going on in November 1999 (3:15). We dive into this game and check out both teams (13:33). The Hokie legend himself, Michael Vick, joins the show to talk about the win that kept their National Title hopes alive (20:04). The guys wrap up with legacy and scoring the game (55:23).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this one, we’ve got an all timer in the Celtics vs. Lakers rivalry: “The Wheelchair Game” and the 2008 NBA Finals. Jules & Sam see what was going on in June 2008 (4:02). We review the series and look back at each team (15:07). Paul Pierce joins the show to relive his MVP performance (24:46). We wrap it up with legacy talk and score the game (57:07).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may have been a Week 1 matchup, but it gave us one of Peyton Manning’s most memorable performances. This week, it’s all about the Broncos vs. Ravens Season Opener from 2013 aka “The Manning 7.” Sam & Jules head back to the world in September 2013 (3:44). We talk about this unusual season opener and breakdown each team (11:27). Peyton Manning joins us to relive this incredible performance to kick off the season (20:36). We recap the legacy and score the game (54:16).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We revisit one of the greatest college football games of all time: The 2007 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl aka “The Statue of Liberty Game.” We look back on what was up in January 2013 (7:45). Jules & Sam break down both of these squads as they look back at the game (16:50). Adrian Peterson and Jared Zabransky join the show (31:19). We wrap it all up and score the game (1:12:42). Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we kick things off with Super Bowl XLII aka “18-1.” Jules & Sam check out what was going on in the world back in February 2008 (5:48). We break down both teams as we revisit this game (15:32). Tedy Bruschi joins the show to give us the Patriots perspective (24:17). Then, we’re joined by Eli Manning (1:01:06). The guys wrap it up and score the game (1:32:41).Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julian Edelman and Sam Morril kick off their search for the greatest games of all time and preview what’s in store on Games with Names.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.