Sneakers and Cleats: Spurs, Cowboys and more

The French phenom and his national team took Team USA to the brink in the gold medal match this weekend, only to be one upped by the greatest shooter of all time in Steph Curry. Now, Victor Wembanyama wants everyone to know that they better look in his rearview mirror... because he is coming with a vengeance both domestically and internationally. Plus, Matt, Don, and Chuck take a look at the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first Cowboys preseason game. Is Trey Lance going to help the Cowboys at all this season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING: Spurs star Victor Wembanyama and the French national team upset Germany and are advancing to the gold medal match in the 2024 Paris Olympics! They become the first host country to medal in men's basketball since 1996. How did Wemby perform? Can they beat the US and win gold? Matt Roy and Don Harris discuss. Plus, Lauri Markkanen is now off the market. Where does that leave the Spurs and their roster going into the season? And Emmitt Smith fires away on the Cowboys front office. What does the Hall of Famer think the boys need to do? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victor Wembanyama and Team France now have to play Team Canada in the quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics. For Wemby, he is carrying the weight of a nation on his 20-year-old shoulders. Is it too much for him? Who has more pressure on them. Wemby or the USA team? Plus Troy Aikman weighs in on Dak Prescott's contract status. And what would cause you to vanquish your fandom? Don Harris and Matt Roy discuss it all on the new SAC podSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Olympics are rolling on and once again, Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky are leading the charge in the medal count for the Americans. Are they the Greatest of all Time in their respective disciplines? Plus, if we were to compete in an Olympic event, what would we do best at? And the latest from Cowboys camp. And... FOOTBALL IS BACK! Preseason kicks off tonight with the Texans and the Bears at the HOF game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victor Wembanyama lived up to the international hype with his opening performance against Brazil in the Olympics. So how far can this team go? Plus, Wemby sits down with French media to discuss the Spurs and relive draft day. And the Dallas Cowboys are only one week into camp and already they have lost a key defensive player for the season. Matt, Chuck, and Don discuss it all on the latest #SACpod. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jerry Jones gives his "State of the Cowboys" address today and had a whole lot of interesting things to say about the status of Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb's contract's. He sounds like he is ready to move on from his star quarterback... But will he? Matt Roy, Chuck Miketinac, and Don Harris are all over the Cowboys today. Plus, how are the UTSA Roadrunners going to fair in their second year in the AAC -- this one without Frank Harris. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The San Antonio Spurs are in the rumor mill once again, this time being linked to Cam Johnson of the Brooklyn Nets. Will they pull the trigger and potentially send off Keldon Johnson in the process? Matt Roy, Chuck Miketinac, and Don Harris discuss that. Plus, Summer League has come and gone, What are the main takeaways from an up and down last three weeks for the Spurs? And FOOTBALL IS BACK! Cowboys training camp getting underway this week. What are the biggest storylines as the 'Boys head to Oxnard?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We now know what it will take to pry Lauri Markkanen from the Utah Jazz, but what we don't know is if the Spurs are willing to pull the trigger. Matt, Chuck, and Don talk about that – and waffle over the possibility of the Spurs being done building their roster for the coming season. And ESPN released their top 100 players of the 2000's – with one familiar face at number 16. And Chuck opens the notebook on the MLB All-Star week. We look at the sights and sounds of an interesting couple of days in Arlington, including the worst anthem of all time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coach Gregg Popovich finally speaks out on the Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes acquisitions, Stephon Castles dazzling summer league performances, and Sidy Cissoko's difference making ability. Don and Matt break all that down. Plus, who is the first Spur in history to record a quadruple-double? It's TRIVIA TIME! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Spurs have been busy this offseason acquiring guys like Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes to couple with Victor Wembanyama... But do these moves make them a playoff team? Matt, Don, and Chuck break it down. Plus, hear from Paul and Barnes as they were introduced to the media for the first time. And are the Spurs done making moves? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first free agency domino has fallen: 12-time All-Star Chris Paul is signing a one-year, $11 million contract. How can he help the young Spurs reach a new level? Will he help develop Victor Wembanyama? Matt, Don, and Chuck break it all down. Plus, what other moves will the Spurs make and could it be Lauri Markkanen? They are poised to make a big move and might just do so in the near future. And the media got a chance to meet the Spurs draft picks this past weekend. What are the first impressions of Stephon Castle and Harrison Ingram? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first round of the NBA Draft has now come and gone and the Spurs are the talk of the town. Did they make the right moves by drafting Stephon Castle and trading the 8th pick? Matt, Chuck, and Zack break it all down. Plus, Chuck goes off on the sleazy Benedict Arnold style move from Jim Schlossnagle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The draft is now two days away: What are the Spurs going to do? Don Harris sits down with Spurs insiders Jeff McDonald and Mike Finger from the San Antonio Express News to talk about the possibilities on Wednesday as well as what the Spurs need to do to help Victor Wembanyama. Plus, Mike McCarthy is reportedly "fed up" with Jerry Jones. Never a dull moment in big D... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don Harris opens up the notebook and tells all what his sources within the NBA are saying about the Draft. Castle number one? Sarr falling? Walter in the top five? We break it all down. Plus Victor Wembanyama posted on instagram about training with former NBA star Jamal Crawford. What does that say about Wemby and people wanting to be around him? What can he learn from former NBA guys like Crawford? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Fathers Day tradition like no other: the final round of the U.S. Open -- and the fireworks were aplenty. Matt Roy and David Chancellor talk about Rory McIlroy's collapse and Bryson DeChambeau's huge win. Plus, Matt has a bone to pick with David over his Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce take from last year. Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese's rivalry reaches new heights as Reese takes Clarks head off in a flagrant foul on Sunday. Is their rivalry good for the WNBA? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Don welcome in special guest Michelle Beadle onto the program to talk all things Spurs. Will this be a slow rebuild? How do they improve the roster around Victor Wembanyama? What are they going to do in the draft? Beadle and the boys talk about it all. Plus, Beadle gives her take on the NBA Finals and the Caitlin Clark saga continuing to unfold in the sports landscape. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Caitlin Clark was snubbed from the 2024 women's basketball Olympic team. Was that a bad move by USA basketball and will it hurt the growth of the women's game? Matt, Don, and Chuck talk about it. Plus, rumors continuing to swirl around the San Antonio Spurs and the NBA draft. Are they trading up to number one? Are they trading for Darius Garland or Lauri Markkanen? All that and more coming up on the Sneakers and Cleats podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Caitlin Clark is being played extremely physically in the WNBA. Is there a target on her back? Matt and Chuck give their takes. Plus the NBA draft is less than three weeks away, who are the Spurs going to take? And Chuck went up to Dallas this week for Cowboys mandatory OTA's and he is emptying the notebook on sights and sounds from camp. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Jefferson just became the highest paid non-quarterback in the history of the NFL. So, where does that leave Ceedee Lamb? Are Jerry Jones and the Cowboys mishandling the contracts of their biggest stars? Plus, Matt, Don, and Chuck remember the life of Larry Allen, who died Sunday at the age of 52. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Don welcome legendary former ESPN Sportcenter anchor Trey Wingo onto the podcast today to talk all things Cowboys. Wingo is most famous for his incredible run at ESPN where he hosted NFL Live, the NFL draft, anchored Sportscenter, and co-hosted Golic and Wingo during his 25 year tenure. Wingo joins to give his insight on the Cowboys inactivity this offseason, Dak's contract status, and how the 'Boys might get over the hump... eventually. Plus, they talk a little Tiger woods and Chiefs, and Wingo tells everyone all of the awesome stuff he is up to now -- including a podcast called "Alternate Routes" where they look at famous moments in sports history and change one little thing -- seeing how it would play out in a different world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Chuck back and better than ever this Memorial Day talking about the Rangers' and Astros' rough start to the season, the Cowboys OTA's starting back up on Wednesday, and if the Texans are ACTUALLY going to be as good as we all think. Are they set for a second year slump? Or are they going to dethrone the Chiefs. Plus, we pay tribute to the one-of-a-kind Bill Walton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now that the NBA awards season is now over, Did Victor Wembanyama have the greatest rookie season of all time? It's not as crazy of a question as you might think. Micah Parsons and Ceedee Lamb are no shows at Cowboys OTA's -- is that something or nothing? Plus, Dak Prescott says he doesn't play for the money, while at the same time taking up 21% of his teams cap room. And, does pineapple belong on pizza? Chuck and Matt settle that debate once and for all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the Knicks and Nuggets fall in game 7's, Matt and Chuck debate whether their seasons were failures or not. Plus, what a wild weekend at the PGA Championship. The guys talk about the fallout from Scottie Scheffler's arrest, the meteoric rise in Bryson DeChambeau's popularity, and the breakthrough by Xander Schauffele after all these years. And -- is a taco a sandwich? One Indiana judge thinks so and the debate has set the world on fire.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who are the big winners and losers from the NFL schedule release? The Cowboys face seven playoff teams in their first 10 games, while the Texans have the fourth hardest schedule in the league. Plus, will the NFL's Greed come back to bite them? The NFL is trying to take over Christmas Day and is now partnering with Netflix. Is it becoming too much for fans? Matt, Chuck, and Zack talk about it all on today's episodeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Spurs are in excellent draft position after the NBA lottery – 4th and an 8th pick. So what’s the outlook on getting Victor Wembanyama some help? Join us for episode 100 of Sneakers and Cleats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Kansas City Chiefs are a dynasty, but could that dynasty be coming to Texas? And maybe even San Antonio? Could SA handle an NFL team? Some really interesting comments and stories coming out of Kansas City recently about the Chiefs leaving KC. “I think Kansas City ought to do what it can to save the Chiefs," said former San Antonio Mayor Henry Cisneros. “And the Chiefs ought to remember the great success that they've had with Kansas City and how loyal those fans have been. That should be a marriage that lasts in perpetuity."Plus, Victor Wembanyama has won the Rookie of the Year – officially. We will hear from the rookie phenom and what he thinks of his rookie year.It’s episode 99 of the Sneakers & Cleats podcast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victor Wembanyama will be named the rookie of the year on Monday... but does that make him the new face of the NBA? Matt, Don, and Chuck put a bow on Wemby's phenomenal rookie season and debate whether too much pressure is being put on the 20-year-old to succeed. Plus, the Roast of Tom Brady is out and it... was... awesome. They talk Brady, Belichick, and the Pats today on the Sneakers and Cleats podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Despite the Spurs season having been over for nearly three weeks, national media pundits are all-aboard the Wemby hype train trying to gauge a "timeline" for competitiveness and assess what talent the Spurs might try and acquire this offseason. Matt, Don, and Chuck discuss why the noise isn't worth listening to, and discuss what is actually going on within the organization. Plus, Chuck was right all along when it comes to the Cowboys. All that and more today on the Sneakers and Cleats podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ESPN's Brian WIndhorst is predicting that players will demand to play with Victor Wembanyama and for the Spurs this offseason.. Matt and Chuck break down the possibilities. And a reunion coming soon to Big D as Zeke Elliott and the Cowboys have agreed to a one year contract to bring the running back to Dallas. What are the expectations for the aging star? Plus, a look at the Cowboys draft. It’s episode 96 of Sneakers and Cleats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Chuck discuss the tumultuous offseason the Cowboys are having and what they will do in the NFL draft this weekend. Plus, Editor-in-Chief of Blogging with the Boys RJ Ochoa joins the show to talk about why the Cowboys are operating the way they are so far, and what his confidence level is in the front office. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Don, and Chuck on tap to talk NFL Draft. The Cowboys and Dak Prescott are continuing to play chicken on a new contract, so will the 'Boys pull the trigger on a quarterback in the NFL draft? And what are the Houston Texans going to do as they try to bolster a tremendous offseason? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, back from vacation, joins Don Harris to argue why Victor Wembanyama should be the Defensive Player of the Year. Plus, a new interview with Wemby came out today -- and the big guys say players are already reaching out to him looking to team up in San Antonio. And a little Cowboys talk: is CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons missing the offseason workouts a big deal? Plus, VIVA Fiesta! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another season on Spurs basketball is in the books. Don, Chuck and Zack take stock of the Spurs organization and reflect on Victor Wembanyama's stellar rookie season. The guys also look ahead at what moves the Spurs could make to improve the roster before next season. They also recap which players stood out from the UTSA Spring Game and look back on Scottie Scheffler's dominant win at The Masters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys return to the podcast airwaves on a busy day in the wide world of sports.Don, Chuck, and Zack look at the two remaining games of the regular season for the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama's future as a player who can revolutionize the NBA.They all recap the men's and women's national championship games in basketball. Plus, they pick which player will put on the Green Jacket on Sunday afternoon at The Masters tournament.The guys also discuss the accomplishments of a local superstar track athlete...and she is only a sophomore.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Chuck discuss Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, the numbers that they brought in on Monday during their Elite Eight matchup, and their impact on women's basketball. Plus, the Texans made a huge move trading for Stefon Diggs – we’ll talk about how big of a deal that is for the Texans and their hopes for a Super Bowl. And the Cowboys made a move! But not the move we all wanted. We will talk about Chuma Edoga – and Derrick Henry’s interesting comments he made about the Cowboys.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck is back from vacation and he's already fired up about the baseball season. He gives his take on the upcoming year -- plus Chuck has somethings to say about the Shohei Ohtani situation. And Zeke Elliott coming back to the Cowboys? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Zack on tap to talk all about the best day on the sports calendar: Opening Day. They give their season long predictions for all of the divisions, both leagues, and of course - the World Series champion. Plus, they talk about the impact the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal can have on the MLB season and just how big of a deal is it? The answer: Huge.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The NCAA tournament this year has been largely chalk with no real cinderellas making it to the Sweet 16. Coincidence? Maybe. Or is NIL the issue? Matt and Don break it down. Plus the NFL is making rule changes and banning the hip-drop tackle. And Tyron Smith makes some interesting comments about the Cowboys See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Madness is here, and Matt and Zack reveal their Final Fours as the NCAA tournament is finally upon us. Plus, Wemby gets a shoutout from the most popular sports podcast in the world and is now officially reaching New Heights. And the guy's debate if Wemby should win Defensive Player of the Year: Is it a player award, or should your team's record matter? All that and more coming up on the Sneakers and Cleats podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time to fill out your brackets. Matt and Don talk NCAA tournament and March Madness. Who are going to be the biggest upsets? Will favorites prevail? Is Houston unbeatable? Everything you need to know on this episode of the #SACpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Anthony Totri, the host of the Sun Devil podcast for PHNX, joins Matt Roy on the show to talk about NFL free agency's biggest surprises, disappointments, and busts so far. Plus, has Name, Image, and Likeness gone too far in college athletics? All that, plus a lot of short jokes, on this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The legal tampering period (which is an oxymoron) has opened up in the NFL and money is being thrown around like crazy... by every team except for the Cowboys. Dallas has lost four players in free agency and signed no one. Meanwhile, three of them were signed by Dan Quinn and the Washington Commanders. Saquon Barkley has signed with the Eagles, Kirk Cousins is a Falcon, and Josh Jacobs is a Packer. Matt, Don, and Chuck react in real time as the free agency frenzy takes center stage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Roy and Zack Hedrick on the pod today to discuss if Victor Wembanyama will force his way out of San Antonio if the Spurs continue to lose at the rate they are. Will they move up the timeline to compete? And Dak Prescott has the Cowboys dead to rights on the next contract. Will the Cowboys let him walk? Plus, from World Series champs to missing the playoffs? One website thinks it’s possible as we get closer to the start of the MLB season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Don, and Chuck discuss Caitlin Clark breaking the NCAA Division 1 scoring record and the impact that Clark has had on millions of girls around the world. Plus, Wemby is doing historic things every time he is on the court. Will that move up the Spurs timeline for relevancy? And Tyron Smith, Tyler Biadasz, and Michael Gallup could be out in big D, who is the biggest loss? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Don, and Chuck on tap to break down Stephen Jones' combine comments about Dak Prescott. Is he the future in Big D? And they talk running backs: will the Cowboys indulge in the most talented free agent running back class of all time? And how big of a deal is it that Mike McCarthy is not at the combine? All that and more on a loaded episode of Sneakers and CleatsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Don, and Chuck debate if Victor Wembanyama is the next face of the NBA - and if not, who is? Plus they discuss the Spurs benching Keldon Johnson on Sunday and what that says about the culture within the organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck and Zack discuss the remainder of the Spurs regular season. 27 games remain on the schedule and the guys gaze into the crystal ball and share their thoughts on what moves the organization could make in the offseason. And the first wave of spring training games begins today. After a breakout season last year, Chuck and Zack talk about what's in store of Josh Jung's sophomore season. Plus the guys are looking forward to the summer when a popular franchise makes its return.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Chuck talk about the debacle of carelessness that was the NBA All-Star game. Should the game still be played? Plus, Victor Wembanyama had a wild and busy weekend in Indy. The odds are out for next year's Super Bowl. Where do the Cowboys rank? And Spring Training is HERE which means baseball season is just a few weeks away. The guys look at the Rangers and Astros and evaluate their chances of once again making a deep run. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Chuck give their takes on the unspeakable tragedy that took place at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Parade. Plus, they talk Mike Zimmer and the Cowboys: Should fans once again believe in this team? And Victor Wembanyama. That's it. That's the sentence. The guys talk about how unbelievable Wemby is and how much better he can be in the second half of the season as he continues to make history on a daily basis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Chuck, and Don talk all things Super Bowl. Is Patrick Mahomes the GOAT? Are the Chiefs a Dynasty? Did Kyle Shanahan know the overtime rules? Plus, crazy Chiefs fan Jordan Roy joins the podcast to talk about her team being thrust into the limelight and how the Taylor Swift of it all plays into the fandom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.