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Hour 1: What's the latest on Lebron? Jul 17, 2026

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Its Fanatics Fest! Lebron gives a status update and we discuss where's the best place for him to go. We look ahead to the World Cup and we talk to Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman.

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Hour 2: Sixty Years of Hurt, Never Stopped England Dreaming Jul 16, 2026

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First Take resumes with three lions on the shirt, Infantino still gleaming. Sixty years of hurt, have y 'all officially stopped dreaming? Then, who has more to prove this coming NBA season: Tatum or Brown? Next, a year after JSN snatched the number one receiver spot, what does Ja'Marr Chase have to do to win it back?

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Hour 1: Encara Messi, Mira Messi, Encara Messi, Mira Messi Jul 16, 2026

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First Take begins with Messi magic and English Disaster! Hey Jude, that match went bad. Watching Real Madrid highlights, won't make it better. Remember, Messi is the only GOAT. Then you can start, to recognize the abject heartbreak of that result! Football almost came home! Is this an all time bad loss for England? Then, does resigning George Pickens vault the Cowboys over the NFC's best? Next, are team friendly contracts ruining the NBA?

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Hour 2: Are The 76ers LeBron's Best Chance For Another Ring? Jul 15, 2026

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First Take resumes with a Sixers deep dive! Does a Maxey, Brown, James trio make Philly Eastern Conference favorites? Then, World Cup! Where does France's loss to Spain rank on the list off all time soccer shockers? Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Coco Gauff, the Home Run Derby, and The Louvre!

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Hour 1: What Does France Loss Mean For Mbappé? Jul 15, 2026

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First Take begins with Herculez Gomez RIPPING France and the USMNT for their lackluster exit performances! What does this loss mean for Kylian Mbappé, and will the US ever get over the hump? Then, how much better will LaMelo Ball make Ant-Man and the Wolves? Next, who should win the ESPY for the best championship performance? Was anyone more impressive than an injured Jalen Brunson dominating Wemby and the Spurs in a closeout game 5?

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Hour 2: Is Jalen Hurts Overhated? Jul 14, 2026

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First Take resumes with Jalen Hurts falling into the 6th tier of QB voting by execs, coaches and scouts! Is this correct? Has the league figured out he can't throw down the middle of the field? Then, comedian and ESPYS host Marcello Hernandez joins to preview his newest film, 72 Hours! Next, if your life depended on it, are you taking the Rams or the field?

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Hour 1: What Was Best Part of Home Run Derby? Jul 14, 2026

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First Take begins with an electrifying home run derby! Jordan Walker clutched up in his final swings to eke out a victory over fan favorite Kyle Schrwarber! Is this new format here to stay? Then, Joe Fortenbaugh breaks down just how special Caleb Wilson's astounding summer league game against the Jazz was last night! Next, who should win the ESPY for best NBA player?

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Hour 2: It It Acceptable For LeBron To "Ring Chase?" Jul 13, 2026

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First Take resumes with LeBron's ring chase! His agent, Rich Paul, claims it's not ring chasing when he could technically be of service to all thirty teams. Big Perk, thoughts? Then, will the Celtics eventually regret trading Jaylen Brown? Next, Herculez Gomez tells us how Spain can slow down France, and if England vs Argentina is secretly the championship!

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Hour 1: Should England's "Wire of God" Goal Have Counted? Jul 13, 2026

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First Take begins with more controversy at the World Cup! England's 1st goal clearly hit a wire, and play should have been stopped! Should FIFA own their mistake? Then, Execs, coaches and scouts ranked Josh Allen ahead of Patrick Mahomes in Jeremy Fowler's newest Top 10 QBs list! Next, Jeff Passan tells us if the Dodgers have a chance to threepeat!

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Hour 2: Can Steph and LeBron Play Together? Jul 10, 2026

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First Take resumes with Steph and LeBron's basketball fit! Can you imagine Steph curling off a Draymond screen and catching a bullet pass from LeBron to hit a game winning three? Then, Kevin Clark breaks down his list of NFL contenders and pretenders! Next, WNBA players voted Caitlin Clark the 11th best guard in the league? Huhh??

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