Headline: Breaking Sports News from The Athletic

Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman discuss the breaking news that LSU has fired Head Coach Ed Orgeron. Who is on the shortlist to replace him and why was he let go less than two years after winning a national championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bo Wulf of The Athletic and the Birds With Friends podcast chimes in on the trade sending TE Zach Ertz to the Arizona Cardinals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Brooklyn Nets reporter Alex Schiffer dives into all the angles of the Brooklyn Nets' decision to keep Kyrie Irving away from the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn reacts to the New England Patriots' trade of CB Stephom Gilmore to the Carolina Panthers for a future 6th round pick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The About Them Cowboys podcast react to the news of Jaylon Smith being released mid-season by the Dallas Cowboys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nate Taylor, Chiefs writer for The Athletic, reacts to the news of Josh Gordon joining Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid in Kansas City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jared Weiss and Mo Dakhil discuss the Timberwolves firing Gersson Rosas and promoting Gupta and what it means for the team this season and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jon Machota, KT Turner and Kent Garrison of the About Them Cowboys podcast react to the Demarcus Lawrence injury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach, Chris Vannini and Michael Felder discuss USC's decision to fire head coach Clay Helton after Saturday's loss to Stanford. Who is on the shortlist to replace Helton in SoCal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman discuss the latest realignment news in college football.Subscribe to The Andy Staples Show & Friends podcast feed for all of the latest college football news: http://listen.theathletic.com/andystaples?sid=t-o-l Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's John Hayes and Brendan Quinn discuss Steve Stricker's six captain's picks for the 2021 Ryder Cup later this month at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin. Scottie Scheffler made the cut while Patrick Reed got left off the team. Plus, what's the latest on Brooks Koepka's wrist injury and who should be paired with Bryson DeChambeau in the team format? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic’s Jesse Granger and Michael Russo talk about the NHL reaching an agreement with the NHL players' association and the IIHF on Friday to allow NHL player participation in the Beijing Olympics, and discuss how the deal came to be, some of the issues that needed to be resolved, details about the bubble players will be in during the games, which country should be favored to win the tournament, and more.Get 50% off an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit http://theathletic.com/headlinepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Olson and Sam Khan Jr. discuss the Big 12's desire to expand, focused on BYU, UCF, Cincinnati and Houston. Is this a smart move for the conference? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays and Jeff Howe react to Cam Newton's release from the New England Patriots and Mac Jones becoming the starter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Scott Dochterman and Andy Bitter react to the news that the Big Ten, Pac-12 and ACC have officially formed an alliance to work together on the College Football Playoff expansion, NCAA governance and more. What does it mean for the three power conferences? What does it mean for the rest of college football and why are each of the conferences interested in this alliance? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Travis Etienne likely out for the season because of a foot injury, James Robinson is once again at the center of the fantasy football world. Michael Beller and Nando Di Fino break it all down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht breaks down the 75th anniversary classic matchups + opening week of the NBA Season as the schedule is released. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim McMaster and The Athletic's Jets reporter Connor Hughes react to the news that Jets linebacker Carl Lawson will miss the entire 2021 season after tearing his achilles tendon during a joint practice with the Packers. How do the Jets replace his pass rushing ability? What does it mean for Lawson in 2022? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Jahns and Adam Hoge of the Athletic's Hoge & Jahns podcast react to the Teven Jenkins surgery news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stewart Mandel and Bruce Feldman react to the release of the 2021 preseason AP Top 25 poll. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Meg Linehan and Steph Yang react to the news of Carli Lloyd's retirement announcement and discuss what the USWNT legend's legacy is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Josh Allen’s six-year extension with the Bills. They talk about the total value of the contract, the timing of deal and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples, Max Olson & Sam Khan Jr. discuss the news that Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby and Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff are meeting on Tuesday to discuss potential partnership opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht and Dave Dufour discuss the Heat's free agent signings and Lonzo Ball heading to the Bulls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As baseball returns to Toronto for the first time since 2019, the Blue Jays pull the trigger on a major deadline deal. How does José Berríos fit into the rotation? Can the farm system withstand the loss of a pair of top 10 prospects? Are more deals coming? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As news broke of the Padres zeroing in on acquiring Max Scherzer, The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli, Andy McCullough, Eno Sarris and Michael Beller were live on Twitter Spaces. They break down the deal in real time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Tim McMaster along with Lindsey Adler and Levi Weaver react to the trade sending Joey Gallo to the Yankees. How does he fit in the Bronx? Where is the Rangers rebuild now? Why did the Yankees get the Rangers to add money to the deal and how did that improve the return fro Texas? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Burnside and Corey Masisak from the Athletic NHL discuss the New Jersey Devils signing the top NHL free agent, Dougie Hamilton to a seven year, 63 million dollar deal. The guys take a look at the Devils revamped blue line, what Hamilton will bring to an up and coming Devils team, and if there is any concern that Hamilton is on his 4th team in his 9 seasons in the NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Burnside, Mark Lazerus and Jesse Granger discuss the Vegas Golden Knights dealing franchise player Marc-Andre Fleury to the Chicago Black Hawks in exchange for much needed cap space, and minor league player Mikael Hakkarainen.They guys investigate if Fleury will indeed report to Chicago with only a year remaining on his deal, what the Hawks next move would be if they need to look elsewhere for a goalie, and who the Golden Knights might target now, with Fleury's contract off the books in Vegas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Twins reporter Dan Hayes and Tim McMaster react to the trade that sends Nelson Cruz to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor league pitchers Joe Ryan and Drew Strotman. How will Cruz fit in Tampa Bay? How did the Twins do with the return haul? What's next for Minnesota with the possibility of trading Byron Buxton and José Berríos before next week's trade deadline? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht and Will Guillory discuss the Pelican's hiring WIllie Green as their new head coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ian Mendes and Ryan S. Clark break down the results of the Seattle Kraken expansion draft and discuss the feeling around the city leading up to the picks being made, why big names like Carey Price and Vladimir Tarasenko went unchosen, the start of a potential rivalry with the Vancouver Canucks on opening night next season, and much more.You can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/headlinepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Andy Staples and Max Olson react to Brent Zwerneman's, staff writer covering Texas A&M for the Houston Chronicle, report that Texas and Oklahoma have reached out to the SEC with interest in joining the conference. Why would Texas and Oklahoma leave the BIg 12 and join the Southeastern Conference? What do both schools stand to gain from a transition to another conference? How would this move affect the SEC and the Big 12? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cam Akers will miss the entire 2021 NFL season after suffering a torn Achilles while working out in advance of training camp. The Athletic's Tim McMaster and Michael Beller discuss the injury from a fantasy perspective, highlighting Darrell Henderson's impending rise up draft boards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Tim McMaster and Kaitlyn McGrath react to the Canadian government granting the Blue Jays a national interest exemption, allowing the club to play in Toronto starting July 30. How will Covid protocols be handled with other members of the league entering the country? How surreal of an experience will this be for Blue Jays players who have yet to play a home game? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic senior NBA writer Joe Vardon joins Tim McMaster to discuss the latest news that Kevin Love has withdrawn from Team USA. That comes one day after Bradley Beal was ruled out for the Olympics because of health and safety reasons. Add the fact that three members of the roster are still playing in the NBA Finals, and the road to a gold medal looks like an uphill climb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David O'Brien and former Braves relief pitcher, Eric O'Flaherty, react to the Atlanta Braves trading prospect Bryce Ball for Chicago Cubs outfielder, Joc Pederson. Pederson, presumably, will fill the void in Atlanta's outfield left by Ronald Acuna Jr.'s season-ending injury. How much production could Pederson supply to make up for Acuna's absence? Is this trade by Atlanta a sign the organization is all-in for a championship run? What's there to glean from this transaction in relation to Freddie Freeman's contract negotiation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Burnside, Mark Lazerus and Daniel Nugent-Bowman from the Athletic NHL discuss the trade between Chicago and Edmonton, involving three time Stanley Cup Champion and mainstay on the Chicago defence, Duncan Keith. The guys discuss Keith's legacy in Chicago, and if what the hawks get back, cap space and Seth Jones brother Caleb, might entice the Blue Jackets star to be dealt to the south side. Plus DNB projects where Keith will slot on the Oilers blue line and why Edmonton didn't insist on the Hawks taking on some of Keith's salary and what Tyson Barrie's future in Edmonton may be, because the Hawks aren't retaining salary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim McMaster and Michael Beller dive into the betting lines for the 2021 Home Run Derby. Shohei Ohtani is the favorite at +325 at BetMGM, but Joey Gallo, defending champion Pete Alonso, and hometown favorite Trevor Story are among the contenders who could give him a run for his money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig Custance and Joe Smith from the Athletic NHL discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning repeat as Stanley Cup Champions, Nikita Kucherov's spirited zoom post game interview and how different this Bolts team will look after the expansion draft and pending Salary Cap crunch for the champs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht and Eric Nehm discuss Giannis' injury diagnosis, what the outlook is, and how the Bucks function without Giannis in the Eastern Conference Finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Meg Linehan reacts to the news of 15-year old phenom Olivia Moultrie signing with Portland Thorns FC, after she sued the NWSL for the right to play as a pro soccer player. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Chris Vannini and Nicole Auerbach discuss the NCAA's new policy on name, image and likeness. It's officially time to usher in a new era of college athletics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Burnside and John Vogl from the Athletic NHL discuss the Sabres making it official, elevating interim coach Don Granato to the full time head coaching position with the club. The guys discuss the work ahead for Granato in Buffalo, and if him being appointed head coach, will change the minds of Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart who want out of Buffalo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Tony Jones joins Tim McMaster to react to the news that Danny Ainge is in the mix to join the Jazz in an advisory role according to sources. Dennis Lindsey is leaving his executive vice president role and Justin Zanik will take over day to day basketball operations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Burnside and Pierre Lebrun discuss the Seattle Kraken's announcement that Dave Hakstol, will be the first coach in Kraken franchise history. Pierre and Scott discuss the somewhat surprising decision by GM Ron Francis to go with Hakstol, and what kind of coach the first year NHL team will be getting, with the former bench boss of the Philadelphia Flyers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jam Packard and Jay King discuss the Celtics hiring of Ice Udoka Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris discuss the Rays' decision to promote top prospect Wander Franco, expectations for the 20-year-old infielder upon arrival, how he impacts the Rays' lineup, and if the Rays are on course to reach the playoffs in 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Ari Wasserman discuss the Supreme Court's ruling against the NCAA. What does it all mean? Our experts break it down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Schlecht and Alex Speers break down the trade between the Celtics and Thunder and how it will impact each franchise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.