The Read Option

The whole gang is together, Jeff, Vido & Scotty, as the boys do their second annual Read Option Mock Draft! The guys open up the show by talking about the weekend of NBA playoffs and briefly giving their thoughts on where each series is at.Then the guys start their mock draft starting off with picks 1-10 (15:43), followed by picks 11-20 (53:18), and finish their first round mock draft with picks 21-32 (1:26:38).

On an absolutely jam packed episode of The Read Option, Jeff is joined by his buddy Vido, and the guys open up the podcast talking about why it's important to remember that sports should always be about fun.Then the guys break down the last few nights of the NBA Playoffs, including, Joel Embiid's game-winner, and the early playoff injury bug, before talking about the career of Jay Wright after he announced his retirement last night (11:00).The Jeff sits down with college football legend, Ryan Leaf, as the two discuss his podcast "Bust", his remarkable journey through life, the current state of the Pac-12 and the upcoming NFL Draft (40:48).Lastly, Jeff and Vido go through the top offensive prospects in the NFL Draft position by position, and talk through why this year's QB class shouldn't be slept on (1:21:48).

The whole crew, Jeff Gimpel, Brian Sanvido and Scotty Miller is together to to kick off an special week on The Read Option. The guys open up the show by sharing some exciting news about the podcast. Then the guys go head first into their reaction to the first couple of days of the NBA Playoffs, which teams stood out to them, and the amazing finish to game one between Brooklyn and Boston (6:58). Then the guys talk some NFL Draft and how unique this year is with 8 teams having multiple first round picks (47:40), before going through their favorite defensive prospects position by position (55:49).

The whole crew, Jeff, Vido and Scotty get together for a jammed pack episode of The Read Option. The guys open up the show by talking about the NBA play-in tournament, and how we feel about it in it's second year (5:50). Then the guys preview the NBA Playoffs, and their favorite storylines heading into the post-season (42:46). To wrap up the show, the guys discuss and rank their favorite QBs that haven't signed their long term extensions yet.... and things get contentious (1:10:42).

Jeff Gimpel and Scotty Miller host this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show discussing the tragic passing of Dwayne Haskins. Then the guys dive into the weekend that was at Augusta National for The Masters; Scottie Scheffler winning comfortably, & Tiger Woods return to competitive golf (8:16). Then the guys talk about the ending of the NBA regular season, the Lakers firing Frank Vogel, & preview the Play-in games (38:10). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about MLB's Opening Weekend, and what they're excited for this baseball season (1:14:08).

Jeff Gimpel hosts this episode of The Read Option and Jeff opens up the show by talking about his experience watching Tiger Woods play on Thursday at The Masters, before giving a recap of day one of the first major this golf season. Then Jeff welcomes on his good friend and Host of "The Denton Day Show," Denton Day! To talk UNC-Kansas & WrestleMania, but mainly about the NBA playoffs which are just a week away (17:51).

The whole crew, Jeff Gimpel, Brian Sanvido & Scotty Miller, are together as The Read Option celebrates 100 episodes!! The guys open the show by expressing their gratitude for all the listeners who've joined us over the first 100 shows. They then do a full recap of this weekend's Final Four, and UNC putting Coach K into retirement (7:57). The guys then time travel to their instant reaction from the Kansas Jayhawks winning the National Championship on Monday night after a massive comeback over North Carolina (45:16). Jeff, Scotty, & Vido then talk about the massive NFL trade involving draft picks for the Eagles and Saints, before doing their full, in depth preview of The Masters (59:44). To close out the 100th episode, the crew goes through their backlog of random life shit and play a new game called "Real or Fake" about indie rock bands (1:51:24).

Jeff Gimpel flies solo on this episode of The Read Option, and Jeff opens up the show talking about Bruce Arians stepping down as Head Coach of the Bucs (2:47). Jeff then dives into this weekend's final four, rips country star Eric Church for cancelling a concert to watch UNC-Duke, and explains why this Final Four is no longer about the players (27:09). To close out the show, Jeff rants about the All NBA Team voting process, and why the debates around Embiid vs Jokic have gotten incredibly stupid (51:46).

Jeff Gimpel and Scotty Miller host this episode of The Read Option and the guys open up the show by talking about Will Smith's slap heard around the world around the world (6:06) before they dive into their reaction from the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight of March Madness (21:47). Then the guys dive into the biggest winners of the NFL offseason so far (42:36). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about the NBA's final stretch of the regular season and who they think the MVP will be (1:12:43), before ending the show with the potential return of Tiger Woods at Augusta for The Masters (1:41:59).

Jeff Gimpel and Scotty Miller host this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show by discussing yet another major NFL trade, with Treek Hill being traded to Miami, as well as Jordan Mailata being revealed as "Thingamabob" on The Masked Singer (4:30). Then the guys refresh everyone's memories of what happened last week during March Madness (32:34), before giving their picks for the Sweet 16 (1:05:13).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode of the pod and the guys open up the show by talking about how they spent their March Madness weekend. Then the guys give their thoughts on the DeShaun Watson trade, and some of the public reaction to it, before going through the Devonta Adams & Matt Ryan trades (3:36). Then, Jeff and Scotty rank the ten biggest QB moves from this offseason by both "On the field" & "Most interesting" (36:30).

Jeff flies solo on this episode and opens the show by going on a rant defending Baker Mayfield from the Cleveland fans (3:11).Then, Jeff goes through the latest moves from NFL free agency and then reacts live to the breaking news that Davante Adams was traded to Las Vegas (18:43).To close out the show, Jeff gives the listeners an update on the NBA season and why he has become so low on his Sixers (35:52).

On this episode, the full gang is together to react to the news of Tom Brady "unretiring" and heading back to the NFL (6:04). Then the guys get into some of the other NFL news and notes as the legal tampering period starts for NFL free agency, as well as more trades, and Kirk Cousins getting yet another bag (37:33). To close out the show, the guys do their yearly tradition of filling out their brackets live right here on the pod (1:05:33). If you want to join The Read Option Bracket join with either link below!View Group or https://fantasy.espn.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/2022/en/sharer?redirect=tcmen%3A%2F%2Fx-callback-url%2FshowGroup%3FgroupID=4764018&groupID=4764018

The full crew is together for this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show talking about Russell Wilson being traded to the Denver Broncos. Then, they guys talk through Carson Wentz being traded to Washington, Khalil Mack being traded to the Chargers and the biggest cuts in from the NFL (41:23). To close out the show, the guys go over the MLB's return to action, and Jeff shares a wild "Random Life Shit" (1:30:00).

Jeff flies solo on the pod today, and he opens up the show by talking about Calvin Ridley's suspension for betting on games and why the suspension was actually warranted. He then dives into the NFL Combine from last week and talks about why it is one of the dumbest things in sports, before going through some NFL mock drafts. Finally, Jeff wraps up the show by talking about Aaron Rodgers returning to the Packers and shares some personal news.

Jeff brings back "Sports Gumbo" once again to The Read Option, as he circles around the news of the sports world.Jeff opens the show by talking about his first impressions of James Harden and Joel Embiid as teammates, and goes back through the Harden timeline to point out why the criticisms of him aren't exactly fair (2:27).He then goes over the Kyler Murray's "direct" message to Cardinals fans, and details why he's increasingly out on Kyler Murray. Jeff also gives his thoughts on Aaron Rodgers most recent public comments (31:32).Next, Jeff talks through some of the major issues surrounding the MLB lockout, and why the MLB is continuing to shoot themselves in the foot (50:38).To close out the show, Jeff catches the listeners up on college basketball as we dive head first into March Madness. Jeff also gives out his favorite Mach Madness future bets (1:06:13).

Jeff flies solo on this podcast and goes through his grab bag of NBA topics. Jeff opens up the show sharing his wild story from the weekend. Then Jeff goes through the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and gives his thoughts on how to properly compare eras (22:43). Jeff then goes through the LeBron storylines from All Star weekend (41:52), before wrapping up the show by talking about Zion Williamson, the final stretch on the NBA regular season, his reaction to All Star weekend, and where the MVP race stands right now (54:32).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode and open up the show by getting Scotty's reaction to Super Bowl 56, and then the guys go through their bold predictions for the NFL offseason (1:40). Then the guys go around the NBA and give their thoughts on some of the most impressive and under performing teams in the league (54:28). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about the rumors around the Saudi Golf League, and their reported attempt to steal some of the best players on the PGA Tour (1:27:10).

Jeff and Vido host this Super Bowl edition of The Read Option, as the Los Angeles Rams have won Super Bowl 56. The guys open up the show by sharing their Super Bowl Sunday experiences, and then break down the Rams' journey to becoming champs (13:29). Then the guys talk about what the future might hold for the Bengals after this loss (53:05). To close out the show, Jeff and Vido share their thoughts on the halftime show, their favorite commercials, and how their bets went ()1:19:53

The whole crew is together for this huge episode of The Read Option as the guys get ready for Super Bowl 56. However, Jeff opens up the pod talking about the block buster trade in the NBA that sent James Harden from Brooklyn to Philly, for Ben Simmons and other assets (3:03). Then the guys dive into their full game preview for the Bengals and Rams as the crew goes down the path of how each team could win this game (22:19). Then Jeff, Scotty and Vido each spend $1,000 in prop and game bets for Super 56 (1:14:34).

It is Super Bowl Week and the whole Read Option crew is back together and ready to go for Super Bowl 56. Jeff, Scotty and Vido open up the show by catching up, and going through some of their season long bets and how the winnings will be dispersed. Then, the guys take a look at the Cincinnati Bengals' 2021 season, and their remarkable journey to the Super Bowl (11:56). The guys also tell the story of the 2021 Los Angeles Rams and what their run to the Super Bowl has taken (48:04). Lastly, the guys go through the final hires of this year's coaching carousel to close out the show (1:26:55).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show by talking about the lawsuit that was filed by Brian Flores against the NFL, the Giants, the Broncos and the Dolphins (4:11). Then, Jeff and Scotty go through the career of Tom Brady after the goat officially retired on Tuesday (36:42). To close out the show, the boys go through the three latest head coaching hires, Washington announcing their new name, "The Commanders" and briefly touch on the Senior Bowl this week ().

Jeff and Scotty open up this edition of The Read Option by talking about the wild weekend in sports we just had. Then the guys dive into the Bengals epic comeback to beat Kansas City in OT (4:09). Jeff and Scotty then talk about Scotty's Niners blowing a 10-point 4th Quarter lead to the Los Angeles Rams, and Stafford's amazing first year in LA (). To close out the show, the guys go through Tom Brady's retirement (1:06:16).

Jeff and Vido host this episode of the podcast, and the guys open up the podcast talking about the Bears and Broncos new head coaches, drama in Jacksonville, and Big Ben and Sean Payton announce their retirement (2:55). Then the guys go through and preview this weekend's AFC and NFC Championship games (45:42).

Jeff, Scotty and Vido host this episode of The Read Option and the boys open up the show by catching their breathe and marveling in the fantastic weekend of NFL Playoff games. They then dive into the best game of the weekend, Buffalo vs Kansas City, and discuss the brilliance of Mahomes and Josh Allen, before giving their new Overtime rules (9:09). Then the guys discuss the Tampa Bay-Los Angeles game, and the potential end of Tom Brady's career (47:24). To close out the show, Jeff, Scotty and Vido discuss San Francisco's big upset over Green Bay, and Joe Burrow's official arrival to the NFL (1:08:27).

The whole crew is together to celebrate The Read Option's One-Year Anniversary! The guys open up the show by discussing this weekend's Divisional Round in the NFL Playoffs, breaking down the matchups in depth and making their picks against the spread as well as their Over/Unders. (2:50). Then the guys spend some time reminiscing on The Read Option's first year by sharing all of our worst takes from the year, and sharing our favorite moments and memories (1:07:27).

The whole crew is back together on this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show by catching up a bit before diving into the weekend of football. Jeff, Scotty and Vido start with the two games from Saturday, Cincinnati beating the Raiders, and the Bill beating the Patriots (5:33). Then the guys work through the three Sunday games and Monday Night's blowout (46:40).

Jeff and Scotty Miller host this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show by catching up from the holidays, and getting Scotty's thoughts on College Football's National Championship. Then the guys go through the seven openings in the NFL for Head Coaches, discuss which firings made the most sense, and which is the best job available right now (11:12). Then the guys go through each game of Wildcard Weekend, and make their picks against the spread and Over/Unders (40:34).

Jeff is joined by his buddy Brian Sanvido to breakdown all of this weekend's biggest football action. The guys open up the show by recapping Monday night's College Football National Championship, and the remarkable performance by the Georgia BullDawgs (6:04). Then the guys take a listen to Jeff's 2021 CFB Year In Review Montage featuring the best sounds, highlights and calls from the 2021 College Football season (30:21). To close out the show, Jeff and Vido go through the wild Week 18, and discuss some of the coaching changes in the NFL, early playoff matchups, and the almost tie heard around the world (37:43).

Jeff hosts this solo edition of The Read Option, and opens the show giving his full breakdown and previews Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship, as well as gives his pick for the game (4:29). Then Jeff goes through the final week of the NFL season, and gives his picks against the spread (33:26).

Jeff hosts this solo edition of The Read Option, and opens up the show by giving his breakdown of the College Football Playoff Semi-Finals, and gives his thoughts on why the Semi-Finals seem to always be blowouts in the CFP-era (1:22). Then Jeff goes through the most consequential games of Week 17, and gives his thoughts on the Cincinnati Bengals impressive win, the Cardinals still having life, and Eagles improbable run the the playoffs (28:57).

Jeff opens up this solo edition of The Read Option by going through the recent trend of fans and analysts getting upset over college football players opting out of Bowl Games (2:45). Then Jeff goes through the NFC and AFC standings and gives his "Big Picture" thoughts on the NFL Playoff picture and where the bottom teams stand after the 2021 season (29:15).

Jeff and Scotty open up the show by talking about how decimated the NFL and NBA are by the recent Covid-19 outbreak, and how it is affecting the sports world. Then the guys go through Week 15 in the NFL; talking about how fans view "analytics", the Cardinals being in trouble, and playoff predictions (21:36). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about the return of Tiger Woods and his son Charlie, as they played together this weekend.

Jeff and Scotty open up this podcast diving into the crazy week of NFL news, the Covid-19 Outbreaks, and Urban Meyer getting fired from Jacksonville. Then the guys go through and make their picks for Week 15 in the NFL (42:04). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty go preview the massive Friday night FCS Semi-Final between JMU and North Dakota State, as well as, how great the FCS playoff format is compared to the FBS (1:28:00).

Jeff is joined by the whole crew, Scotty Miller & Brian Sanvido as the guys open up the show by talking about this weekend's not-so-great NFL action as a whole, and Bryce Young winning the Heisman (3:07). Then, the guys go through Week 14 in the NFL and answer questions like: Who's the best team in the AFC North, Can the Chiefs win a Super Bowl without MVP caliber Mahomes, and who would you rather have, Burrow or Herbert? (37:25).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode of The Read Option and open the show by recapping Monday Night Football, and discussing the Heisman finalists (2:00). Then the guys preview Week 14 in the NFL and give their picks, before talking about the Army-Navy game (30:55).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode of The Read Option and open up the show by breaking down the news that Mario Cristobal is leaving Oregon to be the next head coach of the University of Miami (2:30). Then, the guys recap Week 13 of the NFL season, and answer the biggest question from each game (21:05). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about the College Football Playoff, conference championship weekend, and their early thoughts on Alabama-Cincinnati, & Michigan-Georgia (1:52:18).

Jeff is joined by Scotty Miller as the guys open up the show by diving into the insane week of news in college football, that got crazier with the news of Brian Kelly leaving Notre Dame to take the LSU Head Coaching job (1:53). Then the guys go through the match ups in Week 13 in the NFL, and debate what teams are actually contenders, as well as who the MVP is (27:28). Lastly, the guys go through the conference championship games in college football this weekend (1:24:47).

Jeff goes solo on this episode, and opens up the show by going through the amazing moments of Rivalry Week in College Football including: Jim Harbaugh finally beating Ohio State, an epic Iron Bowl, and Bedlam going full Bedlam (3:04). Jeff then gets into the news that Lincoln Riley will be leaving Oklahoma to be the next head coach at USC (16:40). To close out the show, Jeff gives a "State of the Season" for the NFL by going through the real contenders through 12 weeks, why you can't trust any team in the NFL right now, and why parity in the NFL has seemed to be a downer (36:08).

Jeff opens up the pod by recapping the best parts of the Thanksgiving holiday, as well as, going through the College Football Playoff Rankings, and reacting to the NFL games. Jeff then goes through each of the remaining games in Week 12 of the NFL season (30:40). Finally, Jeff gives out his picks for the best five games in college football's "Rivalry Week" (1:12:31).

Jeff goes solo on this episode of The Read Option, and opens up the show talking about Florida firing head coach Dan Mullen over the weekend (3:08). Then Jeff goes through Week 11 in the NFL and tackles the Bills getting blown out by Indy, Philly's hot streak & the Chiefs maybe being back? (15:15) To close out the show, Jeff recaps the biggest games in college football, the impact they will have on this week's college football playoff rankings, and gives his prediction for the top 6 (1:09:36).

On this episode, Jeff flies solo and kicks off the show going through the reported monster extension that was offered to Michigan State Head Coach Mel Tucker, the college football coaching carousel, & gives his thoughts on the latest CFP Rankings (1:22). Jeff then goes through and previews every game in Week 11 of the NFL season (31:32), and closes the show by giving his picks for the top five games in college football this weekend (1:17:37).

Jeff and Scotty host this episode of The Read Option, and the guys open up the show catching up about the weekend, including Jeff's trip to his alma mater. Then Jeff and Scotty go through the Week 10 games in the NFL, the weird upsets like Miami over Baltimore, Detroit's big tie, and a whole lotta blowouts (8:51). Then the boys go through an uneventful weekend in college football before giving their predictions for what the committee will do in this week's College Football Playoff Rankings (1:35:20).

On this episode, Jeff is joined by his buddy Scotty Miller and they open the show by going through the breaking news of Odell Beckham Jr signing with the Rams, as well as, Cam Newton returning the Carolina, and react to the second College Football Playoff rankings (4:02). Then Jeff and Scotty preview Week 10 in the NFL (33:19), and Week 11 in college football (1:20:14) and give their picks for the weekend.

For the first time, Jeffy, Scotty and Vido meet up to do a live, in person episode of the show. The guys open up the show by talking about Jeff's first Power Five Football experience (2:06), and then dive into the wild weekend in the NFL (7:01). After that, the boys go through the upsets in college football, and then debate who will be number 2 in this week's College Football Playoff Rankings (1:15:11). To close out the show, the guys do a taste test of Bud Light Seltzer's "Fall Flannel" pack (1:29:39).

The whole crew is back together on this episode as the guys dive into all the news and notes from a busy sports week. Jeff, Scotty and Vido open the show by going through the Aaron Rodgers Covid news, before breaking down the details of the beef between the Browns and OBJ. They guys then debate the first set of CFP rankings, and Jeff goes on a rant about JMU being screwed over by their conference (4:08). After that, they give their picks for Week 9 in the NFL and Week 10 in CFB (57:19).

Jeff is joined by the boys Scotty and Vido and go through an eventful weekend of football. The guys open the show by talking about the Von Miller trade, Jameis Winston's injury, and Derrick Henry being out indefinitely (5:14). Then they go through and react to all of the NFL games in Week 8 (23:22). To close out the show, Jeff, Scotty and Vido give their predictions for what the first College Football Playoff rankings will be (1:24:49).

On this episode, Jeff is joined by his good friend Scotty Miller as the boys get you caught up on all the NFL news from this week. The guys dive right into the Week 8 match ups in the NFL, including a really exciting Thursday Night game (5:11). The guys then go through their picks for six of the best games we have in college football this weekend (1:19:48).

Jeff is joined by the whole crew on this episode as Scotty and Vido are back. The boys open up the show talking about Vido's trip to the Browns-Broncos Thursday Night game last week, and Scotty's flu game. Then the guys dive into the Week 7 matchups in the NFL with what was a somewhat mediocre weekend of football (6:47). The guys then talk about the devastating Penn State loss to Illinois in 9 Overtimes before wrapping up the show with a college football recap (1:31:00).

On this episode of The Read Option, Jeff is joined by his buddy Scotty Miller, while Vido is sent on assignment to the Browns-Broncos Thursday night game. The guys open the show by breaking down the wild Monday Night Football game between the Bills and the Titans. Then the guys dive into their Week 7 NFL Preview and give their picks (15:38). After that, Jeff and Scotty go through and find the most interesting storylines for this week in college football and make some picks (1:23:57). To close out the show, Jeff and Scotty talk about hair tie trick shots, dropping french fries from air planes, and not eating enough bad food (1:46:53).