Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre

On today’s episode, Jason discusses all the biggest headlines to come out of Sunday’s Week 4 NFL action, including: the Kansas City Chiefs beatdown of Baltimore to send the very wounded Ravens to 3-1, the Green Bay Packers bizarre tie with the Dallas Cowboys in Micah Parsons’ return to Big D, his biggest takeaway from the Los Angeles Rams’ competitive win over the Indianapolis Colts, and much more! Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the upcoming Monday Night Football double-header featuring the New York Jets vs the Miami Dolphins and the Denver Broncos vs the Cincinnati Bengals.   Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he’s been so underwhelmed by the career development of Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and why the Sam Darnold-led Seattle Seahawks could be very dangerous coming out of the NFC West moving forward. Later, professional sports bettor Brad Powers swings by to help preview this weekend’s College Football Saturday slate from a wagering perspective. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for NFL Week 4. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia. During the conversation, Kapadia discusses whether it’s fair to say that the 1-2 Baltimore Ravens and the 1-2 Kansas City Chiefs are still legitimate Super Bowl contenders, why he’s picking the Indianapolis Colts to win the AFC South, how the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles are eerily similar to the 2024 Chiefs, his biggest reservation about Sean McVay’s Los Angeles Rams, and much more! #FSR Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by Yahoo Sports senior writer Dan Wolken swings by for a lengthy college football conversation. During the interview, Wolken discusses why Oklahoma State decided to move on from Mike Gundy after 20+ seasons, the narrative that Kalen DeBoer could love to leave Alabama in short order, what Dabo Swinney needs to do to get Clemson back on top, and what he thinks about the incredible Week 5 slate we have coming up on Saturday (#4 LSU vs #13 Ole Miss, #6 Oregon vs #3 Penn State, #17 Alabama vs #5 Georgia) Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Detroit Lions’ demolition of the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football, whether the Lions should not be viewed as the best team in the NFC after earning what is easily the most impressive victory of the young NFL season, if Baltimore has the defensive horses to realize their Super Bowl potential, and why the Week 4 showdown between the Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs suddenly feels like a must-win for both teams.   Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why it's a fool's errand to suggest that Jalen Hurts isn't a top-5 NFL quarterback after he led the Philadelphia Eagles to a comeback win over Los Angeles,  whether the losses by the Rams, Green Bay Packers and the Denver Broncos are something or nothing, if it's fair to say that Justin Herbert has made the leap into the truly elite group of NFL quarterbacks, how the injury-depleted San Francisco 49ers just keep stacking up wins, why offensive football around the NFL seems to have taken such a major step back this season, and much more! Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the Monday Night Football showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions.    Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the Miami Dolphins' gritty Thursday Night Football performance - albeit in another loss - should be enough to help embattled head coach Mike McDaniels keep his job for a few more weeks, and how running back James Cook has helped elevate the Buffalo Bills offense. Later, J-Mac hits us with this Best Bets for the upcoming Week 3 slate of games in the NFL. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by The MMQB's Albert Breer. During the conversation, Breer discusses Arch Manning's tumbling NFL Draft stock, which draft-eligible quarterbacks could be primed to shoot up boards this season, the biggest reason why CJ Stroud has seen his numbers dip over the last two seasons, what he's looking for in Week 3 marquee showdowns featuring the Los Angeles Rams vs the Philadelphia Eagles and the Detroit Lions vs the Baltimore Ravens, whether the Daniel Jones resurgence in Indianapolis is real or mirage, and if the Los Angeles Chargers are currently a top-5 team in the NFL. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the slew of injuries involving starting quarterbacks across the NFL (Joe Burrow, Brock Purdy, Jayden Daniels, etc) has completely ruined what should've been a highly entertaining Week 3 slate of games, and why Shedeur Sanders will come to regret telling the Baltimore Ravens not to take him in the 2025 NFL Draft so he could wind up with the Cleveland Browns instead. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the upcoming college football Saturday slate.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ last-second win over Houston and explains how it only adds to the incredible Baker Mayfield redemption story, why it’s starting to feel like Texans quarterback CJ Stroud has regressed in a major way since his stellar rookie season, what made Geno Smith’s performance against the Los Angeles Chargers so embarrassing to watch, and how Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter has helped turned the club into a legitimate Super Bowl contender.     Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the biggest reason why Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are 0-2 to start the season, whether the Cincinnati Bengals can count on the health of 'Glass Joe' Burrow moving forward, what he learned from the Dallas Cowboys' wild overtime win over Russell Wilson and the New York Giants, and why the Indianapolis Colts' last-second win over Denver says more about some shoddy officiating than some 'resurgence' of Daniel Jones. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the Monday Night Football double-header featuring the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs the Houston Texans, and the Los Angeles Chargers vs the Las Vegas Raiders. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Green Bay Packers’ suffocating win over the Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football, the impact Micah Parsons has made on the Packers defense, and why the season-ending injury to Commanders running back Austin Ekeler is so deflating. Later, J-Mac hits us with his Best Bets for Week 2 of the NFL slate.    Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason unveils his Best Bets for tonight’s Thursday Night Football showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Washington Commanders. Later, NBC Sports fantasy sports analyst Matthew Berry joins us on behalf of DraftKings to discuss his optimism surrounding Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren, what to make of Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, when we can expect Jaxson Dart to take over as the QB in New York, and whether we should consider selling high on Christian McCaffrey. Later, Go Long founder Tyler Dunne swings by to discuss his bombshell 3-part feature on Caleb Williams’ turbulent first season in Chicago, whether Ben Johnson is capable of cracking the Caleb code, how much blame the Bears front office deserves for Williams not living up to expectations so far, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why the NFL chose not to suspended Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter for their upcoming game against the Kansas City Chiefs in the wake of #SpitGate, his early betting leans for the upcoming College Football Saturday slate, and why he believes Brock Purdy will be able to keep the San Francisco 49ers afloat without George Kittle for the next 4+ weeks.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how JJ McCarthy went from terrible NFL quarterback to very good NFL quarterback all in span of three hours during the Minnesota Vikings' Monday Night Football victory over the Chicago Bears, whether or not Ben Johnson has the right mental and emotional makeup to be a good NFL head coach, and why the idea of the Bears benching former #1 overall draft pick Caleb Williams isn't as farfetched as it might sound.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Buffalo Bills’ exhilarating comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night, why he’s running out of adjectives to describe the greatness of Josh Allen, why it feels like the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions are headed in opposite directions this season, the most impressive part about Brock Purdy’s performance in San Francisco’s road win over the Seahawks, and why there’s reason for optimism today if you’re a long-suffering fan of the Las Vegas Raiders or the New York Jets. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the Monday Night Football showdown between the Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses all the biggest headlines to come out of the Philadelphia Eagles’ opening night win over the Dallas Cowboys, including: Jalen Carter getting ejected before the first defensive snap for spitting on Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb getting a case of the dropsies at the worst possible moment, and Jalen Hurts reminding us why he’s the most disrespected quarterback in the NFL. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the rest of the NFL Week 1 slate.   Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by FOX Sports Radio host Bernie Fratto to preview NFL Week 1 from a wagering perspective and unveil a few of their favorite season-long bets. Later, J-Mac closes the show with this Best Bets for tonight's Thursday Night Football showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys on NFL Opening Night. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Bill Belichick's ugly debut as the head coach at North Carolina, the narrative that Jordon Hudson has single-handedly turned UNC into the biggest college football villains since Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes, the ongoing war of words between OSU's Mike Gundy and Oregon's Dan Lanning, why it's clear that Micah Parsons' penchant for podcasting played a role in his trade of Dallas, and who he's picking to win the Super Bowl this season. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Arch Manning inauspicious debut in the top-ranked Texas Longhorns’ season-opening loss to Ohio State, why he was so miffed by Marcus Freeman’s game plan in Notre Dame’s loss to Miami, which top-25 college football team he thinks was most disappointing over the weekend, and his early betting leans for Week 1 of the NFL slate. #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Jason discusses how Jerry Jones' fragile ego led to the eventual crash out that ultimately led to him trading away superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Later, Establish the Run founder Evan Silva swings by to discuss his level of optimism surrounding Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears this season, why he's all-in on the San Francisco 49ers from a fantasy perspective, why you should temper expectations for Saquon Barkley coming off his legendary 2024 season, which late-round running backs could help you win your fantasy league in 2025, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by KLKC Kansas City radio host Darren Smith. During the interview, Smith discusses whether he expected to get invited to the Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift wedding, how the Chiefs plan to navigate Rashee Rice's six-game suspension to start the season, if we can expect the revamped offensive line to keep Patrick Mahomes upright, the narrative that the Chiefs overlooked the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of their blowout loss in the Super Bowl, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason quickly discusses how the surprise engagement of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and pop megastar Taylor Swift absolutely dominated the water cooler conversations on Tuesday. Later, ESPN college football reporter and VSiN host Stormy Buonantony swings by to discuss what it was like growing up in the sports gambling space, how sports wagering has permeated traditional sports media, her expectations for Arch Manning in his upcoming Week 1 showdown with Ohio State, who has the edge when LSU faces Clemson, the likelihood that Marcus Freeman is able to lead Notre Dame back to the College Football Playoff, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why it's clear that University of North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick is in the middle of something like a mid-life crisis, how much of a role Belichick's girlfriend - Jordan Hudson - has had in overall rise in popularity, whether the Pittsburgh Steelers should explore a trade for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, and why he's expecting Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers to bounce back in 2025.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how Shedeur Sanders has developed a cult-like following in the sports world the same way Tim Tebow did back in the day, if we can expect a team like the Las Vegas Raiders to try and trade for Sanders now that their own backup quarterback has suffered a serious injury, which young quarterback impressed him the most in the preseason, and whether the New York Giants are the most likely team to go from worst-to-first next season in the NFL. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by Sharp Football Analysis founder Warren Sharp. During the interview, Sharp discusses why it feels like a smart bet to take the under on the Detroit Lions projected win total, the chances that both the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos wind up winning their respective divisions, why JJ McCarthy could actually have more of an impact on the Minnesota Vikings defense than their offense, why he's taking the over on Justin Fields rushing props, what makes Russell Wilson arguably the best quarterback of the Brian Daboll era in New York, and much more!  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by The Athletic NFL writer Mike Sando. During the interview, Sando discusses the biggest storylines to come out of his annual QB Tiers survey, including: why a Super Bowl MVP wasn’t enough to push Jalen Hurts up into Tier 1, what made NFL decision makers turn on ‘generational talents’ Trevor Lawrence and Caleb Williams so quickly, why someone like Patrick Mahomes doesn’t need to have a great statistical season to get the benefit of the doubt while someone like Brock Purdy absolutely does, why Michael Penix Jr and Kirk Cousins are ranked so relatively close, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by professional sports bettor and host of the ‘Hit the Books’ podcast Brad Powers. During the interview, Powers discusses why he’s all-in on either Notre Dame or Alabama to win the College Football Playoff national championship, what makes the Clemson Tigers such a dangerous team this season, why he’s fading Bill Belichick and the North Carolina Tar Heels, why he believes Arch Manning and the preseason top-ranked Texas Longhorns are overrated, which guys he likes as darkhorse Heisman Trophy candidates, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Shedeur Sanders being stuck as QB4 on the Cleveland Browns most recent depth chart, whether it’s fair to say the Browns are being intentionally obtuse regarding the quarterback position, why he has a big problem with guys like Justin Herbert and Matthew Stafford being ranked ahead of Jalen Hurts in The Athletic’s QB Tiers, if the San Francisco 49ers should still be considered to be a popular pick to win the NFC West given how murky their wide receiver position is, and what we can learn from the latest gambling scandal to rock the world of college football.   Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Shedeur Sanders' impressive preseason debut on Friday night for the Cleveland Browns, what to make of Shedeur's bizarre interaction with a Browns beat reporter in the tunnel after the game, whether Shams Charania's recent comments about this (lack of) work-life balance is something to be repulsed by or commended, which of the NBA's upcoming Opening Night and Christmas Day games he's most excited to see, and why it's much harder for the NBA to create it's next wave of superstars than most fans think it is.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Front Office Sports media and entertainment reporter Ryan Glasspiegel swings by to discuss the new ESPN-NFL partnership, the narrative that this merger could be a conflict of interest for investigative reporters, why so many investors are pushing all-in on the WNBA, how the upcoming LeBron James and Maverick Carter-backed basketball league could shake up the NBA, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Front Office Sports media and entertainment reporter Ryan Glasspiegel swings by to discuss the new ESPN-NFL partnership, the narrative that this merger could be a conflict of interest for investigative reporters, why so many investors are pushing all-in on the WNBA, how the upcoming LeBron James and Maverick Carter-backed basketball league could shake up the NBA, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason quickly discusses the short and long-term impact of ESPN’s acquisition of the NFL Network. Later, Clevanalytics founder and professional sports gambler Clev TA swings by to discuss whether the San Francisco 49ers or the Los Angeles Rams is the team to beat in the NFC West, how the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation might impact their season-long win total, which team is the class of the AFC, why he’s picking the Green Bay Packers to make the Super Bowl, what makes the Arizona Cardinals a sneaky-good bet this season, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason quickly explains how a large green sex toy at a WNBA game got a young man arrested. Later, VSiN host Gill Alexander swings by to discuss why he's betting on the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington Commanders to outperform expectations next season, the biggest difference between teams like the Las Vegas Raiders and the Tennessee Titans, the narrative that the Kansas City Chiefs are poised to take a step back in 2025, which NFL coaches could be on the hot seat this year, how he's planning to approach his Survivor picks this season, his early leans on a several NFL Week 1 lines, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the latest happenings surrounding Micah Parsons' trade demand from the Dallas Cowboys, whether we should be concerned that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams continues to struggle in training camp, and what the realistic expectations are for Luka Doncic in Los Angeles now that he's officially inked a 3-year extension with the Lakers. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Hulk Hogan's complicated legacy on the heels of his untimely death, why certain athletes are remembered more fondly then others when they both have controversial pasts, how the Cleveland Browns should navigate their very crowded quarterback room, and which NFL teams are best positioned to tank in 2025 and thus 'March for Arch' Manning.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he has such a big problem with Cam Newton taking shots at ESPN analysts like Ryan Clark and Dan Orlovsky, the real reason why Newton seems to have it out for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, and whether or not it's fair to say that Cam was never all that great as an NFL quarterback. Plus, J-Mac tell us what we can learn from Jeff Teague's latest snafu in which the former NBA baller claimed on his podcast that LeBron James was on steroids back in the day.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, ESPN senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler swings by to discuss the narrative that the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty is officially over, why so many NFL executives are pushing back on Jalen Hurts, what NFL decision makes like – and don’t like – about Justin Herbert, the confirmation bias that seems to exist for Brock Purdy, how much pressure is on former #1 picks Caleb Williams and Trevor Lawrence next season, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason explains why Jerry Jones latest comments about Micah Parsons' ongoing contract negotiations are further proof that the Dallas Cowboys owner is losing his marbles. Later, FOX Sports and The Athletic college football reporter Bruce Feldman swings by to discuss if the Big Ten has officially surpassed the SEC, the preseason hype surrounding Arch Manning, why he's picking Drew Allar to lead Penn State back to the College Football Playoff, what led former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff to transfer to Tulane, why he has Clemson as a dark horse College Football Playoff contender, the sense of optimism surrounding Alabama, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the addition of Marcus Smart impacts the Los Angeles Lakers, whether or not it matters that LeBron James has been wholly uninvolved in the team's offseason transactions, why President Donald J. Trump has taken it upon himself to wage war on the Washington Commanders and the Cleveland Guardians, and what he didn't like about Caitlin Clark and the WNBA players' very public calls for an increased share of the league's revenue. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes it was a mistake for the Pittsburgh Steelers to give pass rusher TJ Watt a massive contract extension and why he wasn't a fan of the Portland Trail Blazers' decision to bring back injured point guard Damian Lillard for a two-year retirement tour. Later, Professional poker player and sports gambler David Baker swings by to discuss his road to the World Series of Poker, what it took to earn his fourth WSOP bracelet this summer, what led to the controversial decision by WSOP to ban William Kassouf for the rest of the year, which NFL season-long betting contests he plans to enter this season, why he has an early lean on a Baltimore Ravens vs Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl in 2026, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what the addition of Bradley Beal means for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Western Conference Playoff race at-large. Later, FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer Aaron Schatz swings by to discuss why he's expecting the Kansas City Chiefs to regress next season, the likelihood that the Baltimore Ravens or the Buffalo Bills finally break through, whether we can expect the Philadelphia Eagles to win the NFC East yet again, how the Detroit Lions can overcome the loss of both of their coordinators from last season, why Saquon Barkley is not the consensus top overall pick in fantasy football next year, and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether the hype train surrounding Texas quarterback Arch Manning has already gone off the rails, why guys like Deion Sanders and Nick Saban are so outwardly in favor of NIL reform, why it's absolutely fair to criticize Caitlin Clark for her season-long shooting slump (even if she is dealing with a lingering groin injury), and the chances that Team USA Basketball doesn't bring home the gold at the 2028 Olympic games.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether or not the San Francisco 49ers might feel forced to offer disgruntled wide receiver Jauan Jennings a lucrative contract extension this summer, why Jalen Hurts should feel disrespected after a panel of anonymous NFL execs/coaches/scouts ranked his as the 9th best quarterback in football five months after winning Super Bowl MVP, if we should be surprised that Patrick Mahomes is still ranked #1 after two statistically mediocre seasons, and why you shouldn't believe the latest trade rumors surrounding LeBron James and the Dallas Mavericks.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the wild rumor that Klay Thompson is dating pop star Megan Thee Stallion, why LeBron James has refused to shut down the speculation surrounding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which of the 4 reported teams who want to trade for LeBron (Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers) makes the most sense in any potential deal, whether The King's 3 NBA Finals MVPs with 3 different NBA franchises is really as impressive as it sounds, and if we should be concerned about Caitlin Clark's ongoing shooting slump. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses a wild 4th of July story involving new Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris, Cooper Flagg’s inefficient yet wildly exciting NBA Summer League debut, why he believes Bronny James will be a regular member of the Los Angeles Lakers rotation next season, what makes the Devin Booker contract extension with the Phoenix Suns so puzzling, and whether or not LeBron James’ standoffish approach towards Deandre Ayton is cause for concern. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why Angel Reese getting the WNBA 2K26 cover over Caitlin Clark isn't as big of a deal as some people are making it out to be, whether or not Kirk Cousins is justified for feeling misled by the Atlanta Falcons during his free agency negotiations last year, and how Bradley Beal could single-handedly flip the balance of power in the Western Conference depending where he decides to play next season. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he was so taken aback that the Indiana Pacers would dump Myles Turner - their longest tenured player on the roster - after coming just one win short of an NBA championship, why it feels like the Milwaukee Bucks' flurry of moves on Tuesday are just delaying the inevitable Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand, where the Bucks rank in the Eastern Conference hierarchy with the addition of Turner, what's next for Damian Lillard now that he's a free agent, and why J-Mac's Men's League is suddenly the hottest ticket in town.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!  #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blatant jealousy of Caitlin Clark that exists across the WNBA, why it's starting to feel like that Houston Rockets are the team to beat in the Western Conference next season, how a flurry of moves on the first day of NBA Free Agency helped propel the Denver Nuggets back into championship contention, why the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics are easily the biggest losers of the free agency period thus far, what makes the new-look Atlanta Hawks so dangerous coming out of the Eastern Conference, and why the Pittsburgh Steelers should consider trading away stud pass rusher TJ Watt after acquiring Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Jason discusses LeBron James' latest passive-aggressive comments aimed at the Los Angeles Lakers front office, whether it's fair to say that the Lakers are incapable of building a championship-level roster around LeBron and Luka Doncic, why the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks feel like the most likely destinations if LeBron does indeed ask for a trade, and what potential Cavs/Knicks trade offers would make the most sense for all parties involved.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.