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1x Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowl DT Malik Jackson May 21, 2020

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Willie Colon and Steven Cheah weigh in on the Michael Thomas vs. DeVante Parker beef (00:18 - 14:43), Willie discusses what he would do if he was still an active player and his team's facilities re-opened (14:44 - 21:49), and Willie also discusses his recent phone call with Big Ben and his hopes for this season for the Steelers (21:50 - 23:29). The guys are joined by Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowl DT Malik Jackson, currently of the Philadelphia Eagles. Jackson talks about winning Super Bowl 50 with the Broncos, what his time was like in Denver, the "No Fly Zone" Defense, the "going to rub my nuts on his face" quote, getting the bag from Jacksonville, what it's like to negotiate another player for a specific jersey number, his expectations for the Eagles and more (23:19 - 103:12). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:03:19 - 1:09:05)!

Former Saints WR Marques Colston May 14, 2020

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Three Hofstra Grads on the show, two Super Bowl rings between us. We've got Willie's former roommate in college, former Saints WR Marques Colston on the show! Willie and Steven Cheah break down Dave Portnoy winning the auction to watch a Monday Night Football game with Roger Goodell in his basement, who should be the new Monday Night Football crew, and discuss some things that stood out about the NFL schedule (00:22 - 33:08). We then welcome in Marques Colston and talk Hofstra days, living with Willie in college, Draft day, how he made the team as a 7th round pick, playing in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, playing with Drew Brees and what he's like, the NFC Championship game that went into overtime vs. the Vikings, the Super Bowl vs. the Colts, being a more reserved guy, how he feels about outspoken WRs, & much more (34:49 - 1:34:48). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:34:54 - 1:44:38)!

2x Super Bowl Champion, 5x Pro Bowler, Steelers Legend James Harrison May 07, 2020

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Willie Colon and Steven Cheah wonder if Andy Dalton signing in Dallas turns the heat up on Dak Prescott to sign a long term deal (00:30 - 06:03) and discuss how signing old RBs like Frank Gore and Marshawn Lynch impact a football team (06:04 - 12:46). The guys get blessed with a long sit down with Willie's former teammate, 2008 Defensive Player of the Year, 2x Super Bowl Champion, 5x Pro Bowler, James Harrison. They ask him about his first impression of Willie, going undrafted, out during the week while in the NFL, spending $400k+ a year on body maintenance, getting fined, what Vontaze Burfict is like as a teammate, his thoughts on Roger Goodell, what caused his rift with Mike Tomlin, how he landed in New England and what it's like playing for the Patriots and Bill Belichick, James challenging Bruce Arians to a fight during practice, the Steelers vs. Ravens rivalry, his 100 yard interception return in the Super Bowl, what he thought of Willie's pre-game outfit, and James gets an exclusive invite to join the 1,000 push-up/week club (14:53 - 1:30:59). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:31:05 - 1:34:05)!!

Former All-Pro Defensive End Jared Allen + NFL Draft Recap Apr 30, 2020

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Willie Colon and Steven Cheah recap the NFL Draft and react to the Packers moving up to select Utah State QB Jordan Love and neglecting the Wide Receiver position (0:19 - 7:45) and Willie shares his Draft day story (7:46 - 17:53). We welcome on 5x Pro Bowler, 4-time All-Pro Defensive End Jared Allen, who played for Vikings, Chiefs, Bears, and Panthers. We talk about getting scholarship offers pulled, coming out of Idaho State and being a 4th rounder, his first training camp fight, maturing in the league, practicing against Willie Roaf, asking for a trade from Kansas City, where he almost went, resetting the market for Defensive Ends, playing with Adrian Peterson and Brett Favre, and what his plan is to become an Olympic Curler (20:25 - 1:20:34). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:20:41 - 1:26:09)!

NFL Draft Mega-Episode: Iowa OT Tristan Wirfs, The Athletic's Draft Analyst Dane Brugler, and Gronk is a Buccaneer Apr 22, 2020

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Gronk is a member of the Buccaneers (0:27 - 2:51), what teams are most likely to draft Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert in the 1st round (2:52 - 9:05), Yannick Ngakoue trying to use twitter to help himself get traded (9:06 - 16:16). We also got to talk with projected top 10 pick Iowa Offensive Tackle Tristan Wirfs about what teams have shown the most interest in him, what fueled his record setting combine, how being a state champion wrestler helps his game, and what his preferred position is in the Pros - Guard or Tackle, and what type of dunks he likes to throw down with his 36.5" inch vertical (18:18 - 37:21). The Athletic's Draft Analyst Dane Brugler talked with us and did a full position group by position group breakdown to get you fully prepared for the NFL Draft (39:25 - 1:23:26). Then Willie & Steven Cheah recap the interviews (1:23:35 - 1:30:04)!!!

Draft Buzz with NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah Apr 16, 2020

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Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss Dr. Fauci's comments about how sports could be back soon with no fans and weigh in on Kirk Cousins' comments (00:12 - 07:32). They also debate if Christian McCaffrey's new deal with the Panthers was a smart move for the organization (07:33 - 15:15) and Steven makes a French Onion soup (15:16 - 16:13). We sat down with NFL Network Lead Draft Analyst Daniel Jeremiah to talk about the latest Draft scuttlebutt including what Detroit could do at #3, where Tua Tagovailoa will likely land, is Justin Herbert a franchise QB, the best fit for Jordan Love, how DJ views the top tier of WRs, why he's so high on Mekhi Becton, who will be a surprise 1st round pick, and who his Red Star guys are this year (18:27 - 50:39). Then Willie & Steve recap the interview (50:49 - 54:49) and BONUS Steven Cheah being a total fanboy after the music (55:20 - 56:47)!

Tom Brady Speaks and the Front Office Side of the Lead Up to the Draft Apr 09, 2020

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Willie Colon and Steven Cheah react to Tom Brady's huge interview on Howard Stern's show (00:26 - 13:16) and weigh in on Jameis Winston giving kudos to himself (13:17 - 16:56). We have Buccaneers Director of Player Personnel John Spytek on talking about being a teammate of Tom Brady at the University of Michigan and his early impressions of him, how important measurables are for players, what Draft night is like, what goes on behind the scenes after a trade is made during the Draft (18:38 - 53:29). We've also got Buccaneers Director of College Scouting Mike Biehl on his travel schedule for his role, how much background info he gets on prospects, why you need to see Quarterbacks throw live before drafting them, what he looks for when interviewing prospects, and how he balances a family life while working in the football and Mike gives advice to anybody looking to get into the NFL as a scout (55:34 - 1:28:37). Then Willie & Steve recap the recap the interviews (1:28:45 - 1:37:56). CMV is common, serious, and preventable. 1 out of 3 pregnant women that become infected pass it on to their unborn child, yet 91% of women don't know what CMV is. CMV is common, serious, and preventable. If your family is pregnant or looking to become pregnant, visit nationalcmv.org to learn more!

Broncos Defensive Lineman Shelby Harris and How Coronavirus Changed Free Agency Apr 02, 2020

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Willie Colon addresses his outfit that went viral from the Super Bowl with Steven Cheah. They also discuss the NFL broadcasting playoff games on Nickelodeon and how a shortened training camp could affect the upcoming NFL season (00:19 - 20:06). We've also got Broncos Defensive Lineman Shelby Harris on the show to talk about how coronavirus altered his plans in free agency, where he was looking at signing if it wasn't for the disease, what he's doing in the off-season to get ready for the season, why he's been able to have so many game winning plays as a defensive lineman, who is a player he would get into it with if they saw each other on the street, what it's like playing with Von Miller, how he views Drew Lock, and how Vic Fangio is as a head coach (21:40 - 45:27). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (45:34 - 50:45)!

Colts All-Pro Linebacker Darius Leonard & Free Agency Fallout Mar 26, 2020

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Super Bowl Champion Willie Colon & Steven Cheah discuss the Free Agency Fallout, suggest some alternative options now that Peyton Manning has turned down the Monday Night Football gig, and react to the Rams new logo (0:00 - 21:31). We've got an interview with Colts All-Pro Linebacker Darius Leonard and talk about his thoughts on Philip Rivers, how exactly he'll reset the market for Linebackers when he hits Free Agency, why he doesn't watch film at home anymore, his thoughts on guys that retire early like Luke Kuechly & Andrew Luck, & much more (23:42 - 1:00:53). Willie & Steven then recap the interview (1:01:00 - 1:07:51)!

Emergency Pod: It's Happening! Tom Brady is a Buccaneer!!! Mar 18, 2020

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What a day! Tom Brady is going to join Steven Cheah's Tampa Bay Buccaneers and he could not be happier about it. We go through the reactions and how this all came about (0:00 - 18:43) and talk about the other big signings and trades from this week (18:53 - 29:30). We also air our sit down with former GM Mark Dominik who talks about drafting a Franchise Quarterback, where he thinks Jameis Winston will land, how important the Combine is, why his Bucs didn't re-sign Michael Bennett, and more great stories (29:42 - 1:09:34). Willie & I then recap the interview and leave you with a parting shot (1:09:41 - 1:14:06)!!!

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