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The World is going to Owe Darryn Peterson a BIG Apology
2.14.26 Lynnell Willingham asks why all the hate for DP? Mike Jones of The Athletic ranks the 18 teams that didn’t make playoffs in 2025 so it's time for a Nells Super Six Pack. Will the Browns draft another QB? What should the Raiders do with Max Crosby? Let's get the scoop in "What's Tea?". Former NFL GM Mike Mayock joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The State of the NBA All Star Game
2.14.26 Nick Ashooh takes a look and wonders where are we at with All Star Games and their competitions? Kevin Durant takes a jab at Jokic/Donic when it comes to effort in the NBA ASG. Why does James Harden think the concept of "loyalty" in the NBA is "overrated"? Is Maxx Crosby's time with the Raiders done? Which teams are best positioned right now to dethrone the Seahawks and Patriots next year? Former NFL QB Ryan Leaf joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Paul retires, the NBA needs help!
2.13.26 Josh Graham reacts to Chris Paul retiring from the NBA and discusses his legacy. Josh takes aim at the NBA and the way that Adam Silver has managed the league. Free-For-All Friday. Ariel Epstein joins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 49ers will win Super Bowl 61, Early Heisman Picks
2.12.26 Josh Graham reacts to Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss getting another year of eligibility. Josh explains why he's picking the 49ers to win Super Bowl 61. Josh gives his three picks for the Super Bowl 61 Halftime Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Darryn Peterson Dilemma; The Chiefs need Jeremiyah Love
2.11.26 Josh Graham and Lynnell Willingham debate whether or not Darryn Peterson is the best player in college basketball after sitting out a game in the manner he did earlier this week. They discuss the best selection for the Kansas City Chiefs at No. 9 in the NFL Draft. B Daht takes us to Graham-er School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Which QB will resurrect their career? TI vs 50 Cent
2.10.26 Lynnell Willingham reacts to the massive upsets that took place in College Basketball tonight. He discusses which QB has the best chance to resurrect their career similar to the way Sam Darnold did. Lynnell gives his thoughts on the potential TI vs 50 Center Verzuz matchup and takes calls! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who's the best QB in the 2024 Draft Class
2.9.26 Lynnell Willingham on the best QB in the 2024 NFL Draft Class and how Drake Maye's poor performance in the Super Bowl influenced his selection. Nell's Super Six Pack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The BEST TEAM Won the Super Bowl
2.8.26 The Lombardi Trophy is heading back to the Pacific Northwest! In this high-octane episode, John Mallory breaks down the fallout from Super Bowl LX, where the Seattle Seahawks handled the New England Patriots to claim the world championship. John explains why Seattle wasn't just the better team on Sunday—they were the best team in the NFL all season long. From the tactical brilliance of the coaching staff to the physical dominance on the field, we’re diving deep into how the Seahawks dismantled the Patriots' game plan. A New "Legion"? John asks the big question: Does this 2025-26 Seahawks defensive unit officially join the "Elite Club" of the greatest defenses in NFL history? We compare their stats to the '85 Bears and the 2013 Seahawks and several others. The Kenneth Walker Era: Why Kenneth Walker III isn’t just a star—he’s on a trajectory to be the undisputed best running back in the NFL. John breaks down the film on his Super Bowl performance. Why the Better Team Won: A technical look at the mismatch between the Seattle offensive line and the New England front seven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LX LIVE REACTION as the Seahawks DOMINATE the Patriots
2.8.26 The confetti is still falling at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara! Join John Lund for a special Super Bowl LIVE REACTION as he breaks down everything from Super Bowl LX. It was a night of defensive masterclasses and offensive frustrations as the Seattle Seahawks secured their second Lombardi Trophy with a commanding 29–13 victory over the New England Patriots. John dives deep into how Mike Macdonald’s "Dark Side" defense neutralized the Patriots and what this win means for the legacy of this Seahawks era. Seahawks Defensive Masterclass: How Devon Witherspoon and the Seattle secondary completely shut down the New England air attack. The Drake Maye Verdict: Was the Patriots' poor offensive showing on the young QB, or did the protection fail him? John analyzes Maye’s performance under the brightest lights. Prop Bet Recap: From the length of the National Anthem to Kenneth Walker III’s rushing yards—John checks in on his favorite Super Bowl LX prop bets. Super Bowl Royalty: John ranks his Best Plays in Super Bowl History, shares his favorite behind-the-scenes Super Bowl Stories, and debates where Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show ranks all-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Seahawks are going to Win the Super Bowl
2.8.26 Lynnell Willingham breaks down the matchup of today's big game between the Patriots and Seahawks and why Seattle is going to win. How can the Patriots pull off the upset? Which teams should take a chance on Kyler Murray or Tua Tagovailoa? Who has the higher upside? Which NFL player might be in big trouble with the league? A Super Bowl prop edition of "Fax or Cap" and "Say What", the best audio in the world of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Finally Super Bowl Sunday
2.8.26 Elijah Campbell asks what are the best storylines in this game? What's the one reason the Patriots have made such a drastic turnaround? What's one thing they absolutely MUST do to win this game tonight? Super Sunday Six and who wins the game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Sunday is HERE!!!! Ty Law and Rome Odunze Join!
2.7.26 John Lund kicks off the show with the "5 Things You Have To Know Right Now," headlined by the absolute outcry surrounding Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft being left out of the Class of 2026. How does a kicker (Adam Vinatieri) get in before the greatest coach of all time? John dives into the "flawed system" and why a massive voting procedure change is finally coming. Why the Belichick and Kraft snubs are forcing the NFL to fix a broken system. Darkhorse Bets: Why Rashid Shaheed is John's favorite longshot for Super Bowl MVP. Ghosts of Super Bowl 49: Is there any play more haunted than the Russell Wilson 1-yard line interception? QB Questions: The biggest looming factor for Super Bowl 60. John explains why the Seahawks appear better "across the board" on paper and why the betting market is leaning toward Seattle. Plus, a look at the Super Bowl MVP odds for DeMarcus Lawrence, AJ Barner, and Rhamondre Stevenson. Patriots Legend Ty Law: 3x Super Bowl Champion Ty Law joins the show to share his "Radio Row" perspective. Ty gets candid on why it is "absurd" that his former coach and owner were denied Hall of Fame entry. He also breaks down why Christian Gonzalez is the schematic key to a Patriots victory. Rome Odunze on the Bears & JSN: Chicago Bears star WR Rome Odunze joins the show to discuss his team's successful 2025 campaign, his expectations for Jaxon Smith-Njigba on the world’s biggest stage, and his official Super Bowl LX prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LX MEGA Preview and BEST Bets
2.7.26 Ari Temkin kicks things off by breaking down the biggest storylines of the week, including the tactical chess match between these two powerhouse franchises and the best bets to lock in before kickoff. Ari dives into the betting lines, player props, and the keys to victory for the Seahawks and Patriots. Gregg Bell of the Tacoma News Tribune joins the show directly from Santa Clara. Gregg shares his insights on the electric scene at Radio Row, why he believes these defenses will dictate the game’s tempo, and his analysis of the Sam Darnold renaissance that has led Seattle back to the big stage. NFL Draft & Senior Bowl Recap: Eric Edholm of NFL.com jumps on to discuss the future of the league. Eric reveals his biggest takeaways from last week’s Senior Bowl in Mobile, identifies the "stock up" players who stole the show, and debates whether this draft class will see more than one quarterback taken in the first round. The Matthew Stafford Legacy Debate: Ari closes the show reacting to Matthew Stafford winning the 2025 NFL MVP. With an MVP trophy now on his mantle, has the Rams' signal-caller officially punched his ticket as a first-ballot Hall of Famer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Final Super Saturday Before the Big Game
2.7.26 Lynnell Willingham breaks down how the Patriots and the Seahawks can win the Super Bowl. Which QB has more to gain with a victory: Sam Darnold or Drake Maye? Why did the Cavaliers win the NBA trade deadline? Carlos with a K reads the dirt sheets on the NFL rumor mill in "What's the Tea?" NFL Analyst Charles Davis and The Athletic's NBA reporter Law Murray joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The New Super (Bowl) Star Power
2.7.26 Nick Ashooh asks if the NFL is entering a new era right before our eyes? Young quarterbacks still need time, and why does the absence of familiar icons like Mahomes or LeBron forces fans to recalibrate expectations? Why are the Bucks are smart to wait on Giannis? Why the Warriors are entering the twilight of the Steph era and what that means for NBA windows? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl 60 Prediction, Free-For-All Friday!
2.6.26 Josh Graham gives his prediction for Super Bowl 60 and explains why he thinks the Patriots will keep it close with the Seahawks. Free-For-All Friday! Josh gives his favorite plays and probs for Super Sunday! Darin Gantt joins. Chris Bleck joins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Drake Maye ROBBED of MVP, NFL 2026 Hall of Fame Class
2.5.26 Josh Graham reacts to Drake Maye being robbed of the NFL MVP days before he starts in the Super Bowl. Graham reacts to the NFL Hall of Fame class for 2026 and debates with callers Drew Brees vs. Aaron Rodgers. Ariel Epstein and Kelly in Vegas join live from Radio Row in San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Anthony Davis is a Wizard, best sports rivalries
2.4.26 Lynnell Willingham and Josh Graham react to the biggest NBA trades and discuss the biggest rivalries in sports! B Daht joins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
James Harden traded, Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, Adam Abdalla
2-3-26 Lynnell Willingham reacts to James Harden being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers and calls Cleveland the best team in the East. He wonders which big superstar is next. Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson joins to talk NBA Trade Deadline. Adam Abdalla joins live from San Francisco to talk the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL faces problems on Super Bowl week
2.2.26 Lynnell Willingham on the many problems the NFL is facing ahead of the biggest game of the year. Lynnell took calls from the Westwood One Family. Lynnell discussed what Roger Goodell will do with Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and his connection to Jeffery Epstein. Lynnell discussed the lack of minority hires for head coaching positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Drinking the Seahawks Kool-Aid
2.1.26 John Mallory kicks off the ultimate Super Bowl LX preview by making a bold prediction: Why the Seattle Seahawks are poised to dominate the New England Patriots in a potential 10-point blowout. We dive deep into the trenches and the front-office strategies that have shaped this championship matchup. The Seahawks’ Path to Glory: John breaks down the X-factors that favor Seattle and why the "12th Man" should expect a double-digit victory in Santa Clara. Legendary Insight with Walter Jones: Hall of Fame Seahawks LT Walter Jones joins the show to discuss Seattle’s return to the big stage. He compares the current Seahawks' offensive line to the legendary units he anchored with Steve Hutchinson and gives a glowing scouting report on why rookie guard Grey Zabel is the league's next superstar. Plus, Walter reveals the toughest pass-rushers he ever faced. The QB Economic Window: How much does a "cheap" QB contract matter? John analyzes how Drake Maye’s rookie deal has blown the Patriots' Super Bowl window wide open and whether New England is being unfairly disrespected by oddsmakers. Darnold vs. Maye: Who would you rather have for the next five years? We debate the career trajectories of the veteran Sam Darnold vs. the rising star Drake Maye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Lakers Should Trade LeBron James Now
2.1.26 John Lund breaks down a seismic week in sports as we approach Super Bowl LX and the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline. We kick things off with the NFL coaching carousel: the Las Vegas Raiders are finalizing a deal for Klint Kubiak, but is the hiring process being overshadowed by Tom Brady’s growing influence? Plus, John explains why Raheem Morris joining the 49ers as Defensive Coordinator is the heist of the offseason and how the Seattle Seahawks are already dealing with Super Bowl distractions. NFL Coaching Report Cards: John grades every hire of the cycle. Find out why the New York Giants landing John Harbaugh is a franchise-altering "A," while the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins receive failing marks. NBA Trade Deadline Fever: Is it time for the Los Angeles Lakers to trade LeBron James? John makes the case for a deadline deal and discusses why the front office needs to capitalize on the Luka Doncic era now. Plus, the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee. Former NFL LB Lorenzo Alexander joins the show to discuss the firing of his former coach Sean McDermott, what Brady really brings to the Raiders' building, and his expectations for the Patriots vs. Seahawks matchup. Raider Nation Deep Dive: Q Myers (Locked on Raiders) stops by to discuss the Klint Kubiak hire, whether Brady's dual role with FOX is a conflict of interest, and if the coaching rumors are rattling Seattle ahead of the Big Game. Super Bowl LX Betting: John shares his favorite Super Bowl prop bets, from MVP longshots to cross-sport parlays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Not Just Super Bowl Week, People!
2.1.26 Josh Graham reminds everyone that this week also has the biggest sports rivalry in history continuing this week. Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo sports joins the show to tell us which stars could be on the move before this Thursday. The NFL doesn’t seem to care whether or not the Bad Bunny halftime show bombs domestically. What are the 10 greatest Super Bowl halftime shows of all time? Graham's gamblin' and guess what they said. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Draymond Green Ruined the Warriors Dynasty
2.1.26 Lynnell Willingham explains why the Warriors could've been an even bigger dynasty. Who proved they're the best college basketball player in the country? Chris Miles of NBA TV joins the show. With the NFL salary cap rising, who will be the first $100 million dollar annual player? Breaking news in the NFL... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Road to Super Bowl 60 Officially Begins
2.1.26 Elijah Campbell says the best story in this Super Bowl is the redemption of Sam Darnold but what does Sam Darnold’s story teach us about QB development? Why are hall of fame snubs dumb? Who were the biggest winners and losers of the NFL coaching cycle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hall of Fame Voters made a MASSIVE Mistake with Belichick
1.31.26 In this episode, John Lund breaks down the absolute frenzy taking over the sports world as we head into Super Bowl week. From ownership conspiracies in Seattle to a shocking Hall of Fame decision that has the NFL world in an uproar, we’re covering it all. John starts the show by diving into the growing conspiracy theories surrounding the sale of the Seattle Seahawks. With reports swirling that Jody Allen may put the franchise on the market following the Super Bowl, what does this mean for the team’s long-term stability? Plus, John explains why Offensive Coordinator Klint Kubiak should ignore the head coaching sirens from the Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals and stay in Seattle to finish what he started. Ty Simpson’s Big Mistake: Why the Alabama QB’s decision to enter the 2026 NFL Draft early is a massive gamble that could backfire. Super Bowl LX Rematch: It’s a 2015 throwback as the Seahawks face the Patriots. John breaks down the Patriots' "easy" path to the title and why the Seattle defense is under a microscope after a shaky performance against the Rams. Former Seahawks RB and CBS Sports HQ Analyst Robert Turbin joins the show to discuss the emotional weight of a Super Bowl and why he believes Seattle has the edge in this historic rematch. John doesn't hold back on the "ridiculous" news that Bill Belichick was snubbed on his first Hall of Fame ballot. He shares details of a heated back-and-forth with a Hall of Fame voter, questioning how a six-time champion coach is forced to wait while the league debates "penance" for past controversies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Jefferson needs OUT of Minnesota and Giannis to the Warriors would be BEST Outcome
1.31.26 Denton Day breaks down a chaotic week across the NFL and NBA, from high-stakes coaching vacancies to trade deadline blockbusters that could reshape the league. First, Denton dives into the Amari Bailey situation—if he returns to the court, what does it mean for the structural future of college athletics? Switching to the pros, we examine the fallout of Paul George’s suspension for violating the NBA’s substance abuse policy. Is his time with the Philadelphia 76ers effectively over? In the NFL, the drama in Minnesota is peaking. Denton explains why Justin Jefferson needs a fresh start after the Vikings fired their GM and went all-in on JJ McCarthy over Sam Darnold. Plus, we look at the final two head coaching vacancies: Why Klint Kubiak is the perfect fit for the Las Vegas Raiders and why the Arizona Cardinals job is a "stay-away" for any top candidate. NBA Trade Deadline: Is Giannis Antetokounmpo headed to the Golden State Warriors? Denton explains why a Giannis-Steph Curry pairing is exactly what the NBA needs. Senior Bowl Recap: NFL Analyst Ryan Fowler joins the show to scout the next generation. Is Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez the real deal? Did Garrett Nussmeier play his way into the first round? Evaluating the "Franchise QB" potential of Fernando Mendoza and Trinidad Chambliss. Plus, Super Bowl Preview: A first look at the massive clash between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Winners & Losers of the NFL Coaching Carousel
1.31.26 Josh Graham shares who are the Winners of this NFL coaching carousel. Who are the losers? Why BYU-Kansas is the main event of the sports weekend? The Charlotte Hornets are demanding are attention right now. In the first weekend without real football since August, there are plenty of opportunities for sports fans to get weird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tisch's Trouble puts NFL and Team in Turmoil
1.31.26 Lynnell Willingham speaks about the serious reports of Giants co-owner Steve Tisch being involved with disgraced sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Why hasn't the league responded yet? How should Giants fans feel? Will Tisch be forced to sell? Could we see more owners named? Why is Shedeur Sanders and Todd Monken the most interesting QB/HC duo in the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Era of Dynasties are OVER
1.31.26 Nick Ashooh breaks down what happens when loyalty runs out, windows close, and leagues are forced to transition from their biggest stars. Is Giannis Antetokounmpo already halfway out the door in Milwaukee? How much of a joke is the modern NFL Pro Bowl? Does Super Bowl LX lack star power? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ranking the best halftime shows & Free-For-All Friday
1.30.26 Josh Graham discusses how Baltimore has doomed themselves with the coaching hires since firing John Harbaugh. Josh ranks his favorite Super Bowl Halftime Shows of all time. Free-For-All Friday. Scott Graham joins to talk the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Biggest winners & losers of NFL coaching carousel
1.29.26 Josh Graham gives his winners and losers of the NFL coaching cycle. He reacts to Charles Barkley calling the NCAA Tournament the "Arizona Invitational." Mike DeCourcy, Sporting News, on the College Basketball season and how the brackets are shaping up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Will Giannis get traded?
1.28.26 Lynnell Willingham and Josh Graham discuss the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo. They discuss the Bill Belichick gettings screwed out of a Hall of Fame induction. B Daht joins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bill Belichick SCAMMED by HOF voters
1.27.26 Lynnell Willingham is flabbergasted by the NFL Hall of Fame voters reportedly leaving Bill Belichick out of the hall in his first year of eligibility. Lynnell discusses how the NFL needs to fix the format. Law Murray, The Athletic, joins to talk NBA trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Steelers have structural issues
1.26.26 Lynnell Willingham calls Drake Maye a Top 5 QB after leading the Patriots to the Super bowl. He discusses the state of the Pittsburgh Steelers and how their structure is completely wonky. He takes calls on the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LX Set: Patriots vs. Seahawks! Sean Payton’s Gamble, Patriots Chances, & Steelers’ McCarthy Mistake
1.25.26 Conference Championship Sunday did not disappoint! In this episode, John recaps a wild pair of games that solidified the matchup for Super Bowl LX. We officially have a rematch of one of the greatest Super Bowls in history as the New England Patriots prepare to take on the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara. First, John breaks down how the Patriots returned to the mountaintop in the post-Belichick and Brady era. Is Mike Vrabel already the best coach in the league? And can Drake Maye keep his poise against a relentless Seattle secondary? We also dive deep into the "Blizzard at Mile High." John questions Sean Payton’s controversial decision to pass up a chip-shot field goal in the 2nd quarter—a move that arguably cost the Denver Broncos their season. On the NFC side, we look at the Los Angeles Rams' narrow loss and whether Sean McVay made a critical tactical error as well. Finally, John shifts gears to the explosive NFL coaching carousel. He explains why he’s a massive fan of the New York Giants hiring John Harbaugh (and why giving him full power was a home run), while simultaneously dragging the Pittsburgh Steelers for the "uninspired" hiring of Mike McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LX Is SET! Payton BLAME, Patriots Rise, Darnold and Seahawks Get It Done
01.25.26 John Lund recaps a wild Conference Championship Sunday and starts the show by discussing the New England Patriots reaching the Super Bowl by defeating the Denver Broncos. Why Sean Payton lost the game opposed to QB Jarrett Stidham when he decided to not kick the field goal and why the weather conditions were less than ideal when trying to decide the conference champion. Then Adam Jones from Jones and Keefe on WEEI in Boston joins the show to discuss New England reaching the Super Bowl, the amazing job Mike Vrabel has done with the team, and what to make of Drake Maye’s performance. John then delves into Tom Brady’s role at FOX and his part ownership with the Raiders and why he doesn’t believe the legendary QB can do both. John also plays musical chairs with quarterbacks this NFL offseason and predicts where names like Aaron Rodgers, Kyler Murray, Mac Jones, Malik Willis, Tua Tagovaila will land. Brett Kane from Altitude Sports in Denver joins John to discuss the Broncos disappointing showing in the AFC Championship Game, if Sean Payton cost the Broncos the game by going for it in the 2nd quarter instead of kicking the field goal, and why he believes the Broncos would have won if Bo Nix was healthy. John recaps a thrilling performance by the Seahawks to reach the Super Bowl with a narrow win over the Rams. Seattle KJR radio host Ian Furness joins John to discuss Seattle’s win. Why a taunting call shouldn’t be called in the situation it was, and what Seattle's chances are against the Pats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Patriots are going BACK to the Super Bowl
1.25.26 Josh breaks down the Patriots win over the Broncos to become AFC Champions. Speaking of Denver, why did SNL's skit about the Broncos flop so hard? Why will the Seahawks run away with this game versus the Rams? Graham's gamblin' again and another edition of "Guess What They Said". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Broncos are primed to knock off the Patriots!
01.25.26 Lynnell Willingham says the Broncos will win because of Sean Payton. Which QB has the most to gain this weekend? Who has the most to lose? We go around the sports world to find the best audio in "Say What?" and set the record straight in "Fact or Fiction". Which NBA star needs to get ready to pack their bags? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What will NFL Championship Sunday bring?
1.25.26 Elijah Campbell says The AFC Championship Game can feature the best story in the NFL but will that actually come to fruition? The Rams offense vs the Seahawks defense is the ultimate battle in tonight’s game. SUPER SUNDAY 6!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Grading the NFL Head Coaching Hires and What Each QB has On the Line
01.24.26 Conference Championship Weekend is here, and the stakes have never been higher. John Lund opens the show with a deep dive into the unpredictable nature of the AFC Championship between the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots. While one matchup feels like a mystery, John explains why the NFC Championship between the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams is a familiar battle where we know exactly what to expect. John also breaks out the red pen to grade the latest NFL coaching hires. From the Miami Dolphins’ questionable decision to hire Jeff Hafftley (Grade: F) to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ polarizing move for Mike McCarthy (Grade: D), John breaks down why these franchises might be heading in the wrong direction. Steve Raible (Voice of the Seahawks): The legendary broadcaster joins to preview the NFC Title game. Can the Seahawks find a new wrinkle against Sean McVay? Plus, how Sam Darnold’s oblique injury changes the playbook and the key to rattling Matthew Stafford. Dabo Swinney vs. The Portal: John reacts to Dabo’s fiery rant against Ole Miss and the transfer portal. Is Dabo right, or is he just "late to the party"? Benjamin Allbright (Broncos Insider): A full report from Denver on the fallout of Bo Nix’s season-ending injury. Allbright explains why Jarrett Stidham is being disrespected, the importance of RJ Harvey, and how Sean Payton will pivot his game plan for the Patriots. The "Ref Conspiracy": John explores the wild theories surrounding the officiating crew assigned to Rams vs. Seahawks. Is there a hidden bias at play? The QB "Legacy" Check: What’s truly at stake on Sunday for Jarrett Stidham, Drake Maye, Matthew Stafford, and Sam Darnold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steelers Hire Mike McCarthy: A "Tomlin 2.0" Mistake? | Championship Sunday Preview & Indiana’s Historic Run
1.24.26 Is the "Steelers Way" officially dead? Ari Temkin kicks off a massive episode by breaking down the bombshell news that the Pittsburgh Steelers have officially hired Mike McCarthy to succeed Mike Tomlin. Ari explains why this is a catastrophic mistake for a franchise that prides itself on stability, and why it’s time for the front office to do the unthinkable: trade TJ Watt, embrace the rebuild, and stop chasing a mediocre "win-now" ceiling. The McCarthy Meltdown: Ari dives into why hiring Mike McCarthy is "Tomlin 2.0" but with a lower floor. Is the tradition of hiring young, first-time coaches over? Plus, why a TJ Watt trade is the only way to save the future. Championship Sunday Preview: Ari previews a wild Sunday. Can Mike Vrabel’s Patriots handle the altitude in Denver against a Jarrett Stidham-led Broncos team? Then, a breakdown of the NFC West rematch between the Rams and Seahawks. Bill Bender (The Sporting News): The guys discuss the College Football Playoff staying at 12 teams, Indiana’s historic 16-0 championship run under Curt Cignetti, and why Arthur Smith leaving the Steelers to become Ohio State’s OC is the ultimate "get out while you can" move. Gregg Bell (The News Tribune): The Seahawks insider explains how Mike Macdonald flipped the script in Seattle so quickly and why the mid-season acquisition of Ernest Jones IV and what the game plan looks like to stop Sean McVay tomorrow. Chris Mack (Kaboly and Mack and Westwood One Sports): A fiery local perspective on the McCarthy hire. Chris explains why the Steelers jumped the gun, what this means for DK Metcalf’s future in Pittsburgh, and why the "best-case scenario" for 2026 might still be a Wild Card exit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike McCarthy Keeps the Steelers in the Hunt
1.24.26 Josh Graham says the hiring of Mike McCarthy is prudent and will continue the standard of head coaches. Does McCarthy's hire mean Aaron Rodgers is gone? Josh says the Seahawks will run the Rams off the field in the NFC Championship game but to expect the Broncos to put up a much tougher fight versus the Patriots. Why is the SEC at the center of the college basketball world today? The "Prop Queen" Ariel Epstein joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Steelers Make a Mid Hire in Mike McCarthy
1.24.26 Lynnell Willingham reacts to the breaking news of Mike McCarthy being hired as the next Steelers head coach. Lynnell says the hire is uninspired and wonders how fans should be excited about it. Also, Lynnell says Lebron James is the greatest player of all time and that the Lakers needed him more than he needed them. Emory Hunt of CBS Sports HQ joins the show to discuss the latest in the NFL and we go around the sports world to find the best audio in "Say What?". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Philip Rivers, the Bills, and a Franchise in Denial
1.24.26 Nick Ashooh says Buffalo interviewing Philip Rivers for an NFL head coaching job feels hollow. The Patriots are back but can Denver end the Patriots’ season? Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks era may be over and the Warriors need to fully lean into Steph Curry's final years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Krzyzewski & NFL Conference Championship games
1.23.26 Josh Graham is joined by Coach K to talk College Basketball and Duke's 2026 season. Josh breaks down the NFC and AFC Championship games and gives out his Super Bowl pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Krzyzewski on the state of College Basketball
1.23.26 Josh Graham is joined by College Basketball Hall of Famer Mike Krzyzewski to discuss the current state of college basketball and this year's Duke team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jesse Minter to Baltimore, Wes Durham, are the Patriots likeable?
1.22.26 Josh Graham reacts to Baltimore hiring Jesse Minter as the team's next head coach. Josh previews the NFL awards and the Oscars. Wes Durham joins to discuss the Falcons offseason moves and the potential of UNC moving on from the Smith Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wes Durham on the Falcons new strategy and UNC swapping buildings
1.22.26 Josh Graham is joined by Wes Durham to talk the Falcons new front office structure and the possibility of UNC leaving the Smith Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lebron vs the Lakers, Ross Tucker, B Daht
1.21.26 Lynnell Willingham and Josh Graham debate the future of Lebron James in Los Angeles following the explosive article about his relationship with Jeanie Buss. They react to the Bills wild press conference with Terry Pegula. Ross Tucker joined to talk NFL playoffs. B Daht joined for Grahamer School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices