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Straight Fire - Duke chokes against Houston + NCAA Championship preview

On today's episode, Jason talks about who is to blame for Duke choking away the game late in their Final Four matchup against Houston, the dominance of Florida's Walter Clayton Jr., a preview of the Championship matchup between Florida & Houston, and more! Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 202520 min

Straight Fire - Lakers Need to Avoid the Warriors At All Costs + Bets for Final Four

On today's episode, Jason recaps the huge matchup (that he was in attendance for) between the Lakers and Warriors, and Jason explains why the Warriors have now become the worst potential playoff matchup for the Lakers. Jason gives his thoughts on Luka Doncic's struggles, but points out some bright spots for the Lakers. Jason breaks down how the Warriors have returned to championship-contending level. Plus, Jason gives out his bets for both Final Four games! Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 4, 202522 min

Straight Fire - The Cowboys Aren't Even Worth Your Time + A Tribute to Val Kilmer

On today's episode, Jason reacts to the latest story on the Cowboys' drama-filled extension talks with Micah Parsons, and Jason breaks down how "America's Team" is quickly becoming too irrelevant to keep that famous moniker. Jason previews what may be the most significant game of the NBA regular season on Thursday night between the Lakers and Warriors. Shohei Ohtani put an exclamation point on his bobblehead night on Wednesday night. Plus, Jason reflects on the time he had the chance to interview the late Val Kilmer. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 3, 202522 min

Straight Fire - CBS Sports Jon Rothstein Talks Tournament Finals and Duke Dominance

On today's episode, Jason chats with CBS Sports College Basketball Insider Jon Rothstein to get all the Tournament insight you need ahead of this weekend's Final Four. Jon breaks down each of the remaining four teams and explains why he is sticking with his pre-tourney picks of Houston over Florida in the final. Jon examines Duke's season and answers whether Jon Scheyer is the next Coach K, and if Cooper Flagg is outdoing Zion Williamson's sensational year with the Blue Devils. Plus, Jon reacts to some of the latest moves on the transfer portal and sheds some knowledge on which Tournament stars could see success at the next level. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2, 202537 min

Straight Fire - The Rise of the Torpedo Bat with The Athletic MLB Writer Sam Blum

On today's episode, MLB Writer for The Athletic Sam Blum joins Jason to deliver all the details you need to know about the torpedo bat, after the Yankees huge weekend caused the bat to take the league by storm. Blum breaks down the history and legalities of the bat and explains why he wouldn't be surprised to see every team using them very soon. Plus, Jason reacts to the Lakers holding off the Rockets on Monday night and explains why Houston is very vulnerable in the playoffs despite their strong season. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 1, 202525 min

Straight Fire - Battle of the 1-Seeds, Tush Push Ban Gains Steam

On today's episode, Jason reacts to all 4 1-seeds making the Final Four. Jason dives deep into both of the semifinal matchups and gives his picks for the championship game. What in the world happened between the Grizzlies and Taylor Jenkins? Plus, more NFL teams are coming forward to support banning the tush push, and Nick Sirianni gets too candid over the proposal! Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 31, 202523 min

Straight Fire - Cooper Flagg Plants Himself, A Calipari Collapse

On today's episode, Jason reacts to a wild night in hoops across the country, where the Lakers late meltdown still couldn't outdo the action in the NCAA Tournament. Jason dives into Duke's win over Arizona and gives Cooper Flagg his credit for showing out on the biggest stage. Jason highlights what went wrong for Arkansas after Texas Tech mounted an incredible comeback over the last few minutes of the game. Plus, Jason gives his picks for Friday's Tournament action! Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 28, 202522 min

Straight Fire - ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas Previews the Sweet Sixteen

On today's episode, Jason talks all things NCAA Tournament with ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas. Bilas dives into the key storylines of this year's tournament, giving his thoughts on the high ratings of the first weekend and the impacts of the transfer portal and coaching movement on the depth of the tournament field. Bilas delivers in-depth analysis on the biggest Sweet Sixteen matchups. Plus, Jason makes sense of the biggest takeaways from LeBron's stop on The Pat McAfee Show. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 202538 min

Straight Fire - The Russell Wilson and Stefon Diggs Signings Tell You Where Travis Hunter is Going

On today's episode, Jason reacts to a pair of huge signings in the NFL. Jason gives his thoughts on how Russell Wilson fits into the present and future of the Giants. Jason breaks down how the Patriots signing Stefon Diggs was actually a draft-related direct response to the Giants signing Wilson. The ratings from the first weekend of the Tournament provide intriguing context for the sport, and Jason sends some love to Damian Lillard. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 202524 min

Straight Fire - Lakers Don't Need to Panic Yet

On today's episode, Jason reacts to another loss by the Lakers and breaks down why they still don't have too much to worry about. Jason gives his thoughts on the current state of USA Soccer. Plus, Jason gives a look inside his bets for the Sweet Sixteen! Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 202524 min

Straight Fire - The Transfer Portal is Killing Cinderella

On today's episode, Jason recaps a mostly tame first two rounds of the Tournament and explains why the days of shocking upsets and Cinderella stories may be done for good. Jason breaks down why Lakers fans should be grateful that they didn't hire Danny Hurley after he finishes his season with yet another outburst towards the refs. Plus, Jason gives a first look at each game of the Sweet Sixteen!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.

Mar 24, 202530 min

Straight Fire - Day One of March Madness, More Sports Media Beef & 'The Great White Hope' Cooper Flagg

On today’s episode, Jason discusses his biggest takeaways from day one of the NCAA Tournament, previews the Saturday slate of March Madness action from a wagering perspective, why a certain Las Vegas-area sports radio host seems to have it out for him and how big of a deal it is that Duke superstar – and potential Face of the NBA - Cooper Flagg happens to be white.   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.

Mar 21, 202531 min

Straight Fire - NCAA Tournament Picks + University of Wisconsin-Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb

On today’s episode, Jason shares his picks for the Thursday slate of NCAA Tournament games. Later, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay coach and FOX Sports Radio host Doug Gottlieb swings by to discuss his first season pulling double-duty as a basketball coach and radio host, how to navigate the NCAA transfer portal, the NIL era in college sports, which teams he thinks can make some noise in the tournament 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.

Mar 20, 202535 min

Straight Fire - North Carolina Flips the Script + FOX college hoops broadcaster John Fanta

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how North Carolina went from ‘underserving’ of an NCAA Tournament berth to a trendy pick to win in Round 1 almost overnight. Later, FOX college hoops broadcaster John Fanta swings by to preview the upcoming NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Are Auburn’s end-of-season struggles a sign that an early tournament exit is on the horizon? Is the basketball world ready for potential Rick Pitino-John Calipari showdown in the Round of 32? Does anybody have an easier path to the Final Four than Duke? Is an SEC team a lock to cut down the nets at the end? Fanta has the answer to all those questions – and 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.

Mar 19, 202527 min

Straight Fire - NCAA Tournament Preview with ESPN College Basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla for a full March Madness preview. During the conversation, Fraschilla shares his thoughts on whether or not Houston has enough offense to win it all, the narrative that the SEC isn’t as good as the committee seems to think it is, which top-3 seed should be on upset alert in round one, what makes the Arizona Wildcats so dangerous, the narrative that Auburn should cruise to the Final Four, which Cinderella teams are poised to make a deep run 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.

Mar 18, 202542 min

Straight Fire - NCAA Tournament Preview & Cincinnati Bengals WRs Secure the Bag

On today’s episode, Jason brings us an in-depth preview of the upcoming NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Later, J-Mac discusses the Cincinnati Bengals’ decision to make Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins two of the highest-paid wide receivers in NFL history, whether or not leaning into an ‘all-gas, no brakes’ system will come to back to bite them and what other NFL teams can learn from the Bengals style of roster building. 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.

Mar 17, 202535 min

Straight Fire - Cooper Flagg's Ankle Injury, Guys Who "Don't Know Ball" & More Dallas Cowboys Drama

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how Cooper Flagg’s ankle injury might impact the Duke Blue Devils’ upcoming NCAA Tournament run, why so many Los Angeles Lakers fans are panicking about their current 3-game losing streak, what it’s like as a sports media member to have a professional athlete that you don’t ‘know ball’ and why he’s siding with DeMarcus Lawrence in his recent tiff with former Dallas Cowboys teammate Micah Parsons. 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.

Mar 14, 202532 min

Straight Fire - Nobody Fears The Thunder & The Aaron Rodgers Waiting Game

On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether or not the Oklahoma City Thunder’s impressive road win over the Boston Celtics should make them the favorites to win the NBA championship, how Aaron Rodgers seems to be holding guys like Russell Wilson and Kirk Cousins hostage, the San Francisco 49ers’ decision to sign Mac Jones as their backup quarterback 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.

Mar 13, 202522 min

Straight Fire - More NFL Free Agency Action + CBS SportsLine college basketball betting analyst Thomas Casale

On today’s episode, Jason discusses a few of the more noteworthy NFL free agent signings of the day (Joey Bosa to the Buffalo Bills, DeAndre Hopkins to the Baltimore Ravens, etc). Later, CBS SportsLine college basketball betting analyst Thomas Casale swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines heading into the start of Championship Weekend, Selection Sunday and the start of March Madness. 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.

Mar 12, 202527 min

Straight Fire - The 49ers Rosters Purge, a Purdy Big Dilemma & the Jets are Quiet Tanking

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the roster purge currently going down in San Francisco, whether or not the 49ers should be willing to pay Brock Purdy top dollar given how quickly the quarterback market has basically dried up, the New York Jets’ puzzling decision to make Justin Fields their franchise quarterback, Nikola Jokic getting his revenge on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder, and why he isn’t panicking about the Los Angeles Lakers’ ugly road loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! 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.

Mar 11, 202537 min

Straight Fire - Davante to LA, DK to Pittsburgh, NFL QB Rankings & the Real NBA MVP

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what the addition of Davante Adams means for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC hierarchy, why the Pittsburgh Steelers trading and extending DK Metcalf doesn't make a whole lot of sense right now, the obvious teardown taking place in Seattle and where new-Las Vegas Raiders signal caller Geno Smith ranks amongst the best quarterbacks in the NFL. FInally, J-Mac explains why he's picking Nikola Jokic over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the race for the NBA MVP award.  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.

Mar 10, 202539 min

Straight Fire - The Silver Lining for the Knicks + Field of 68 founder Jeff Goodman

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Los Angeles Lakers’ thrilling overtime win over New York and tells us why it’s not all bad for the Knicks even after losing star point guard Jalen Brunson to an ankle injury. Later, Field of 68 founder and college basketball analyst Jeff Goodman swings by to discuss all the biggest college hoops headlines heading into conference tournament season and the start of March Madness. 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.

Mar 7, 202542 min

Straight Fire - FOX Sports NFL insider Jordan Schultz

On today's episode, FOX Sports NFL insider Jordan Schultz swings by to discuss his background as a hooper, why he chose the life of a reporter over being the heir to the Starbucks corporation, the narrative that Shedeur Sanders’ personality rubbed folks the wrong way at the NFL Combine, the fallout from his viral kerfuffle with NFL Media reporter Ian Rapoport and the latest on guys like Micah Parsons, Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Russell Wilson and Kirk Cousins. 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.

Mar 6, 202538 min

Straight Fire - Aaron Rodgers' Next Stop, the Ugly Truth About Kyrie & KD's Impact on Winning

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the idea of Aaron Rodgers joining the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason, why the Saquon Barkley extension proves once again that the Philadelphia Eagles have the best front office in the NFL, why he believes that few players in NBA history are more overrated than Kyrie Irving and whether or not Kevin Durant still impacts winning in a major way. 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.

Mar 5, 202530 min

Straight Fire - Tee Higgins is Off the Market, Cooper Flagg vs Zion Williamson, Kyrie injured & More!

On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the Cincinnati Bengals' decision to place the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver Tee Higgins could shake up the wide receiver market in free agency, which teams are most likely to sign Sam Darnold once he hits the open market, whether current Duke star Cooper Flagg is worthy of getting the same amount of attention former Duke star Zion Williamson got back in the day, the ongoing speculation that Kyrie Irving could miss the rest of the season with a knee injury he suffered on Monday night and why he's one of the most pro-Load Management guys in all of sports media.  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.

Mar 4, 202537 min

Straight Fire - Deebo Samuel is Headed to DC & Matthew Stafford Shakes Up the NFL QB Market

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes the Washington Commanders hit a home run when they acquired Pro Bowl wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, why Matthew Stafford’s return to Los Angeles is such a boon for the Rams and such a bust for the New York Giants, and why the NBA Western Conference playoff race is shaping up to be must-see TV down the stretch. 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.

Mar 3, 202524 min

Straight Fire - Stop Disrespecting Jayson Tatum & The Top-5 Basketball Movies of All-Time

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Jayson Tatum's assertion that he is being unappreciated by the basketball world at-large, how Tatum's resumé stacks up against his peers' like Anthony Edwards and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and why so many hoops fans seem to value style over substance. Plus, J-Mac pays homage to the late, great Gene Hackman by telling us where 'Hoosiers' ranks amongst the greatest basketball movies of all-time 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.

Feb 28, 202527 min

Straight Fire - NFL Reporters Got Beef + FOX Sports NBA analyst Ric Bucher

On today’s episode, Jason discusses while sports media bruhaha at the NFL Combine between FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz and the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Plus, FOX Sports NBA analyst Ric Bucher swings by to discuss whether or not Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves qualifies as a Big Three, why he believes there is no clear-cut favorite to win the NBA championship this year, the narrative that Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns are headed for a divorce this offseason, how Jimmy Butler has helped to reshape the Golden State Warriors 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.

Feb 27, 202543 min

Straight Fire - Luka Doncic Gets His Revenge + Former NFL scout Brentley Weissman

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Luka Doncic dropping a triple-double in his first game against his former team (the Dallas Mavericks) and why he’s still all-in on the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward. Plus, former NFL scout Brentley Weissman swings by to preview the upcoming NFL Draft Combine and share his thoughts on Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward, Ashton Jeanty, Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter 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.

Feb 26, 202532 min

Straight Fire - Best in the West: Lakers or Thunder?, The Greatest Active Athlete Today & Philly's Joel Embiid Problem

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes the Los Angeles Lakers would beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in a 7-game playoff series, whether or not competitive eater Joey Chestnut has a legitimate case for being the greatest active athlete in the world right now and how the Philadelphia 76ers should move forward now that Joel Embiid's knee injury appears to be even worse than we all thought it was.  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.

Feb 25, 202526 min

Straight Fire - The New-Look Lakers are For Real, JJ Redick's Case for Coach of the Year & Kevin Durant's Murky Future

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what he did during his week-long hiatus from the pod, why it's clear that LeBron James, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are legitimate NBA championship contenders, the likelihood that JJ Redick winds up winning the NBA Coach of the Year Award, why he expects Kevin Durant will be on a new team at the start of the 2025-26 season and the latest surrounding Joel Embiid's lingering knee injury. 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.

Feb 24, 202526 min

Straight Fire - Jets Dump Aaron Rodgers, the Problem with NBA All-Star Game Weekend & Why Wemby-Trae Never Materialized

On today’s episode, Jason discusses what’s next for Aaron Rodgers now that his wildly underwhelming tenure with the New York Jets, why he’s not really looking forward to the upcoming NBA All-Star Weekend festivities, the real reason why the long-rumored Victor Wembanyama-Trae Young team-up never materialized, the ugly truth about NBA MVP front-runner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 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.

Feb 14, 202522 min

Straight Fire - NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah on the NFL Draft, the Quarterback Carousel & More!

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by former NFL scout and current NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah. During the conversation, Jeremiah discusses his biggest takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ domination of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, what he likes most about Penn State stars Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren, whether or not the San Francisco 49ers would regret giving Brock Purdy top-of-the-market money, the narrative that the Cleveland Browns and Tennessee Titans will both wait until the 2026 NFL Draft to take their quarterback of the future, which of the ‘other’ draft-eligible quarterbacks (Quinn Ewers, Jalen Milroe, Jaxson Dart) is most likely to sneak into Round 1 of the upcoming NFL Draft 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.

Feb 13, 202526 min

Straight Fire - The NFL QB Carousel with Sam Darnold, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers and Matthew Stafford

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he thinks Kellen Moore is making a mistake by accepting the New Orleans Saints head coaching gig, why he expects the Minnesota Vikings will move off of Sam Darnold, what’s next for free-agent-to-be Russell Wilson, how Pat McAfee could be to blame for Aaron Rodgers getting the axe in New York and why he thinks the New York Giants could be in play for Matthew Stafford. Finally, J-Mac closes the show with a quick few thoughts on the Philadelphia 76ers dumpster fire and the upcoming NBA All-Star Game. 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.

Feb 12, 202525 min

Straight Fire - Luka's Lakers Debut, Why the West Runs Through LA & the Mavs' Muddy Outlook

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Luka Doncic's Los Angeles Lakers debut, his expectations for the Luka-LeBron James moving forward and why he believes these new-look Lakers can make a run to the NBA Finals. Later, J-Mac explains why his optimism around Luka's former team - the Dallas Mavericks - is fading fast.  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.

Feb 11, 202527 min

Straight Fire - Super Bowl Reaction: Eagles Defense Dominates Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts is Now a Top-5 QB & the Problem with Kendrick Lamar

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant defensive performance in their Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, where Jalen Hurts ranks amongst the best quarterbacks in the NFL after earning his first Super Bowl MVP award, what changes Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense need to make to get their mojo back and why he was less-than-impressed by Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show.  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.

Feb 10, 202527 min

Straight Fire - NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Super Bowl Best Bets

On today’s episode, Jason discusses where the Los Angeles Lakers and the Cleveland Cavaliers rank amongst the biggest winners of the NBA Trade Deadline and how the NBA has essentially hijacked the biggest week in the NFL. Plus, J-Mac closes the show with his Best Bets for the upcoming Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles (prop, teasers and sides). 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.

Feb 7, 202521 min

Straight Fire - Jimmy Butler to Golden State, De'Aaron Fox's Big Debut & Brandon Ingram to Toronto

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the inconvenient truth about Carolina Panthers Bryce Young, the Golden State Warriors blockbuster trade for disgruntled Miami Heat All-Star forward Jimmy Butler, De’Aaron Fox’s debut with the San Antonio Spurs and what’s next for Brandon Ingram after getting shipped to the Toronto Raptors. 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.

Feb 6, 202520 min

Straight Fire - Kevin Durant on the Move?! + Author Chris Hine

On today’s episode, Jason discusses all the latest scuttlebutt surrounding Kevin Durant's uncertain future with the Phoenix Suns heading into the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline. Plus, Minnesota Star Tribune reporter and author Chris Hine swings by to discuss his upcoming book on Anthony Edwards, why the Minnesota Timberwolves have taken such a sizable step back this season, how the Luka Doncic trade to Los Angeles might impact Edwards' future in Minnesota 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.

Feb 5, 202524 min

Straight Fire - Kevin Durant on the Trade Block? & Myles Garrett Wants Out of Cleveland

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the scuttlebutt around the NBA that the Phoenix Suns could be forced to trade Kevin Durant if they can't find a way to flip Bradley Beal at the deadline, why he thinks a forward-thinking franchise would be wise to make a move on Atlanta Hawks superstar point guard Trae Young and which NFL teams make the most sense for Myles Garrett now that the Browns' All-Pro pass rusher has officially requested a trade out of Cleveland.  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.

Feb 4, 202523 min

Straight Fire - Luka Doncic to the Lakers, Mavs Market Manipulation & the Future of the NBA

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blockbuster trade that saw Luka Doncic land with the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis wind up with the Dallas Mavericks. During the conversation, J-Mac tells us how the arrival of Doncic impacts LeBron James' future with the Lakers, the over/under on championships won by Luka in LA, the next potential superstar that is most likely to team up with Luka in Los Angeles and the narrative that the Mavs could have gotten a better deal had they shopped Doncic around the NBA. Finally, Jason closes the show by sharing his thoughts on the mini-blockbuster deal that took place on Sunday night that saw Zach LaVine wind up in Sacramento and De'Aaron Fox in Sacramento alongside Victor Wembanyama. 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.

Feb 3, 202542 min

Straight Fire - St. Bonaventure's Adrian Wojnarowski on NIL, Building a Program & the New Era of College Basketball

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by St. Bonaventure Men's Basketball General Manager Adrian Wojnarowski for a lengthy conversation. During the interview, Woj discusses how important NIL is to his new gig, the trials and tribulations that come along with trying to build a competitive basketball program, how he's using his ESPN connections to help his players build a basketball career after college, how difficult it is to navigate this new era of college basketball 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.

Jan 31, 202536 min

Straight Fire - Everybody Hates Bronny, De'Aaron Fox Trade Rumors & the Real 'Ones' in the NBA

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the sports media vitriol being aimed Bronny James in the wake of his lackluster performance on Tuesday against Tyrese Maxey, why it’s so hard to find a trade that makes sense for disgruntled Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox and which NBA stars are legitimate number one options on a championship-level team. 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.

Jan 30, 202531 min

Straight Fire - De'Aaron Fox Landing Spots, Kellen Moore's Impending Mistake & a Big Sports Media Problem

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the report that the Sacramento Kings could be looking to trade All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox ahead of next week’s NBA Trade Deadline, whether or not teams like the Houston Rockets or San Antonio Spurs should make a run at FOX, why he thinks Kellen Moore would be making a huge mistake by taking the New Orleans Saints head coaching job and his issue with the way certain members of the sports media who think they know better than the guys who actually played. 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.

Jan 29, 202526 min

Straight Fire - A Conversation with Legendary Sportswriter and Broadcaster Norman Chad

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by longtime sportswriter and broadcaster Norman Chad for a lengthy interview. During the conversation, Chad discusses the overhaul the sports media space has undergone the last two decades, the importance of putting out content you care about and just for the sake of ‘clicks’, his anticipation level for the upcoming Kansas City Chiefs vs Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl rematch, which sports media personalities he likes and which he doesn’t like 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.

Jan 28, 202541 min

Straight Fire - NFL Championship Round Reaction: Patrick Mahomes Beats Josh Allen Again, Eagles Bludgeon the Commanders & Early Super Bowl Preview

On today’s episode, Jason recaps a wild NFL Championship Weekend by sharing his thoughts on the narrative surrounding Josh Allen following his fourth straight postseason loss to Patrick Mahomes, whether or not Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott should be on the hot seat after another crushing playoff loss, what makes Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles ground attack so devastating, why he's not all that excited to see a Kansas City Chiefs vs Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl rematch 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.

Jan 27, 202535 min

Straight Fire - AFC & NFC Championship Previews + KLKC Kansas City radio host Darren Smith

On today’s episode, Jason previews the upcoming AFC Championship between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills with KLKC Kansas City Radio host Darren Smith. During the interview, Smith discusses why America’s love affair with the Chiefs has finally faded, the narrative that Patrick Mahomes gets preferential treatment from NFL officials, why he fully expects Kansas City to three-peat and much more! Finally, J-Mac closes the show with this Best Bets for the AFC and NFC Championship 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.

Jan 24, 202535 min

Straight Fire - Jets Hire Aaron Glenn, LeBron Wants More Help in LA & Jimmy Butler to Phoenix?

On today’s episode, Jason discusses his beloved New York Jets making Aaron Glenn their next head coach, how a botched head coaching search has led to even bigger changes within the Jacksonville Jaguars organization, why it’s looking more and more likely that Jimmy Butler winds up getting traded to the Phoenix Suns and whether or not LeBron James’ annual gripes about the state of the Los Angeles Lakers roster construction actually hold water.   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.

Jan 23, 202529 min

Straight Fire – Jimmy Butler to Phoenix? + Clevanalytics founder Clev TA

On today’s episode, Jason discusses why it’s looking more and more likely that disgruntled NBA superstar Jimmy Butler will wind up getting traded ot the Phoenix Suns. Later, Clevanalytics founder and professional sports bettor Clev TA swings by to discuss the NFL Divisional and Championship playoff rounds from a wagering perspective.   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.

Jan 22, 202540 min

Straight Fire - Ohio State Wins the National Championship & Ben Johnson Partners Up With Caleb Williams

On today’s episode, Jason discusses Ohio State’s blowout victory over Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship game, why it was so refreshing to see the uber-talented Buckeyes reach their full potential in the playoffs, whether or not Will Howard should be viewed as an NFL prospect and the likelihood that head coaches Ryan Day and Marcus Freeman make the jump to the NFL in the near future. Later, J-Mac tells us why it’s clear that the presence of Caleb Williams was the deciding to factor in Ben Johnson’s decision to choose the Chicago Bears over the Las Vegas Raiders and shares his thoughts on what he believes would be realistic expectations for Chicago.  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.

Jan 21, 202524 min