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Episode 170: Athletes we idolized, LeBron almost cracked, Butler's fit and how good is Duke? Nov 13, 2018

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Raja Bell and guest host Casey Keirnan discuss athletes they idolized growing up (1:10) before diving into Monday Night Football and the Giants' victory over the 49ers, including the ways to possibly move on from Eli Manning (4:20). Then, the guys talk tempers flaring in Golden State (8:40) and LeBron almost 'cracking' barely into the season and his stint with the Lakers (12:50). Raja and Casey then analyze more NBA storylines including Jimmy Butler's fit with the Sixers (17:30), Markelle Fultz' confidence and shooting form, and Melo's imminent departure from the Rockets (27:15). Matt Norlander then joins the podcast to breakdown Duke's dominant start (31:00), plus overrating Kentucky and the state of West Coast college hoops. Finally, Heath Cummings hops on to offer waiver wire advice (40:55), and we discuss how Hue Jackson landed another job.

Episode 169: Cowboys lose while winning, Sixers get Butler, 3rd star, Danny still doubting Bama? Nov 12, 2018

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Danny Kanell in studio today, recapping Week 10 in the NFL including a look at the NFC East and the Cowboys big win over the Eagles on Sunday Night Football (1:20). Danny then reacts to the Patriots' 6-game win streak being snapped (9:00) and continued dysfunction in Oakland (14:35). More on the NFL follows with Will Brinson, focusing on Le'Veon Bell's status (16:00) and the coaching futures of John Harbaugh, Marvin Lewis and Todd Bowles (19:30). Reid Forgrave then joins the podcast (28:00) to breakdown the Sixers acquisition of Jimmy Butler and the risks involved, as well as analysis on Carmelo Anthony's deteriorating situation in Houston (35:05). Hana lets us know 'What Danny Did' on social media over the weekend, and finally, Leftovers!

Episode 168: Steelers rolling, NFL Week 10 Preview, CFB Week 11 Preview, Hockey Pronunciations Nov 09, 2018

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Kanell and Bell breakdown the Steelers dominating effort over the Panthers and how they stack up in the AFC, as well as yet another update on Le'Veon Bell's contract situation. The guys also analyze the Bucks defeat of the Warriors, Golden State's interest level and how good Milwaukee might be. Then, it's time to preview Week 10 in the NFL and Week 11 in college football with Barton Simmons. Danny and Raja make picks against the spread, before Hana let's us know what's socially relevant in the world of sports. Finally, Leftovers with a focus on the struggling Rockets and some fun with hockey pronunciations.

Episode 167: Lakers win close, Saints add Dez, Upside down Tweets, NBA All-Star Draft on TV Nov 08, 2018

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Kanell and Bell react to the Lakers' close victory over the Timberwolves, and if Jimmy Butler's presence is negatively impacting his Minnesota teammates. The guys then discuss the Saints addition of Dez Bryant and how much it matters. Then, we welcome Emory Hunt to pick college and pro lines against the spread. Next, it's Will Brinson on the pod to breakdown more kinda cryptic Le'Veon Bell Tweets, before previewing Thursday Night Football between the Panthers and Steelers. Hana let's us know what's socially relevant in the world of sports, before Leftovers with a focus on the NBA's reported decision to televise the All-Star draft.

Episode 166: CFP Ranking Takeaways, Zion's dazzling Duke debut, Best team in NFL? Nov 07, 2018

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Kanell and Bell react to the latest release of the CFP rankings and the apparent bias towards the SEC...according to Danny. Then we take a look at Kanell's NFL Power Rankings, a change at the top spot and the notable omission of a division leader. The guys then analyze Zion Williamson's Duke debut and the spectacle that could surround the Blue Devils' talent freshmen class this season. We then take a look at coaches that could be on the hot seat in the NFL, with a focus on two former Super Bowl winners, John Harbaugh and Mike McCarthy. Kanell and Bell take a look ahead to tonight's Lakers-Timberwolves matchup and the storylines surrounding each team. Hana let's us know what's socially relevant in the world of sports, and finally, Leftovers, where we look at the return of LaMelo Ball.

Episode 165: Cowboys due for changes? Kyrie is bothered, College hoops tip off, Anyone close to Bama? Nov 06, 2018

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Kanell and Bell react to the Titans topping the Cowboys on Monday Night Football and what's next in Dallas, while also examining the state of the NFC East. The guys then discuss unwritten rules in basketball, before welcoming in Matt Norlander to preview the college basketball season that starts tonight with a focus on Duke's talented class, and top-ranked Kansas' newcomers. Danny unveils his weekly CFB Top 8, while he and Raja analyze if anyone can compete with Alabama. Hana lets us know what's socially relevant in sports and then we welcome Heath Cummings to inform us on waiver wire must-adds.

Episode 164: Brady bests Rodgers, Saints top Rams, Is Luke Walton's job safe? Nov 05, 2018

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Raja Bell is joined by Pete Prisco to breakdown two epic matchups in the NFL including Tom Brady and the Pats topping Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, while the Saints cemented their dominance with a win over the unbeaten Rams. The guys continue their Week 9 NFL recap, discussing if the Falcons can make a playoff push, the Browns first game without Hue Jackson, the Steelers rolling without Le'Veon Bell and Sam Darnold's regression. Raja and Pete then react to Magic Johnson's handling of Luke Walton and how the situation with the Lakers will play out. Hana gives us headlines in a hurry, before Leftovers, where we preview Monday Night Football between the Titans and Cowboys.

Episode 163: Le'Veon still missing, Brady vs. Rodgers, Athletes celebrate Halloween too Nov 01, 2018

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Brady Quinn and Raja Bell discuss another Bell, Le'Veon, and his continued absence from the Steelers. The guys also lookahead to 2 huge mega-matchups in the NFL this week featuring a GOAT QB conversation between Rodgers/Pack and Brady/Pats plus a battle for NFC supremacy as the Rams take on the Saints. We talked Derrick Rose and Jimmy Butler, but you won't hear that due to some technical difficulties. Will Brinson joined us to further discuss Rodgers vs. Brady and preview Raiders-49ers on Thursday Night Football. Hana details the Halloween costumes' of several stars, and finally, Leftovers with a focus on the brewing stalemate between the Cavs and Larry Drew.

Episode 162: Deadline deals, CFP Rankings reaction, LeBron's patience, Maryland football Oct 31, 2018

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Kanell and Bell react to a flurry of meaningful deals that took place on deadline day in the NFL including Demaryius Thomas to the Texans, and NFC East contenders making moves. Then, the guys analyze the CFP rankings that were released last night as Danny takes issues with the love that the SEC gets. Next, a breakdown of Danny's Top 10 NFL teams, and Raja's bottom 5. That's followed by a discussion with Reid Forgrave on top NBA storylines including LeBron's patience, Kawhi's immediate impact and early season struggles for teams that had high hopes. Finally, Kanell and Bell issue their thoughts on the scandal that continues within Maryland football.

Episode 161: Klay goes crazy from 3, Patriots beat Bills, Cleveland cleans house, Lakers lose again Oct 30, 2018

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Kanell and Bell react to the Patriots 5th straight victory, before discussing Klay Thompson's record-setting performance from 3 against the Bulls. The guys then breakdown another Lakers' loss and LeBron's long-term plan and planning with the franchise. Danny and Raja then discuss Hue Jackson's firing, the future in Cleveland and if it could include current Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley. Next, it's DK's CFB Top 8 where he says Alabama and Clemson are pretty close to each other at the top, before predicting how the initial CFP rankings will look like when released tonight. Hana lets us know what's socially relevant in the world of sports, and then Heath Cummings tells us who to add on the waiver wire.

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