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#77 Drew Brees Retiring, Aaron Rodgers, LaMelo Ball & LeBron James Injury, Rockets Losing Streak Mar 23, 2021

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In this episode Joel will talk about the NFL's new media deal, Drew Brees retiring, the Dolphins cutting Isaiah Wilson, the Minnesota Vikings, Aaron Rodgers, and the player under the most pressure next season. He will then talk about Lamelo Ball and Lebron James injuries, how LeBron’s injury shapes the Western Conference, and the Houston Rockets 20 game losing streak. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, and River Brown NFL heading to a 17 game season (02:56) Drew Brees retiring: Looking back at his career (07:25) The downfall of Isaiah Wilson: How he wasted his NFL opportunity (14:22) Why Minnesota Vikings lack of success last year doesn’t define them (23:04) Packers lack of free agent moves and why it matters (30:14) The player under the most pressure next season (38:30) Lamelo Ball out for the year: Who is ROY now? (47:03) Can the Lakers maintain thier playoff standing without LeBron? (52:54) Rockets 20 game losing streak (58:33) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#76 NFL Free Agency Show: Grading Every Teams Moves So Far Mar 19, 2021

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In this episode we are going to talk about the NFL Free Agency period. We will talk about the biggest signings that have happened over the past couple of days. To make sure we cover everything, we will be talking about every single team's offseason moves and give them a grade. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack BarteckGuest: Andrew Velez Bills (01:31) Dolphins (08:40) Patriots (16:08) Jets (24:36) Chiefs (37:04) Chargers (40:48) Raiders (48:48) Broncos (55:40) Joel Talks Trey Lance (01:00:49) Steelers (01:15:01) Browns (01:22:03) Ravens (01:28:19) Bengals (01:34:10) Titans (01:39:08) Colts (01:44:19) Texans (01:49:23) Jaguars (01:59:28) WFT (02:06:05) Cowboys (02:13:44) Giants (02:16:58) Eagles (02:22:26) Seahawks (02:23:04) Rams (02:28:00) Cardinals (02:32:19) 49ers (02:40:28) Packers (02:47:42) Bears (02:49:38) Vikings (02:52:45) Lions (02:57:20) Buccaneers (03:02:15) Saints (03:08:20) Panthers (03:17:44) Falcons (03:21:19) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mid-Season Pretenders/Contenders, Lloyd Pierce Fired, Lonzo Ball, NFC North Offseason Pt. 2 Mar 05, 2021

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In this episode we will give our predictions for the all star festivities, talk about the firing of Lloyd Pierce, the Miami Heat, Nikola Jokic, Lonzo Ball, and give our mid-season pretenders or contenders.For the football portion of the episode we will talk about the 49ers, Kirk Cousins, who the Washington Football Teams next QB will be, and our offseason preview for the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck All Star game weekend predictions (Dunk contest, 3PT, Skills challenge) (02:30) Was Lloyd Pierce unfairly fired? Will the Hawks be better? (13:22) Heat won 6 of last 7: Can they replicate the playoff success they had last year? (27:39) Is Nikola Jokic season being overlooked? (37:40) Has Lonzo Ball finally found his footing in the NBA? (56:43) Myles Powell signs with Bucks (01:05:04) Mid Season Pretenders or Contenders (01:12:57) San Francisco 49ers: Will they bounce back next season? (01:43:15) Is Russell Wilson a Top 5 QB all time? (01:54:51) Has Kirk Cousins been unfairly blamed for the Vikings not living up or expectations? (02:10:26) What QB should the Washington Football team target in the off-season? (02:19:01) Vikings offseason preview (02:30:17) Lions offseason preview (02:43:43) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Knicks Success, Mavericks Playoff Chances, Cardinals Sign Watt, NFC North Offseason Preview Pt. 1 Mar 02, 2021

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In this episode we will talk about the Wizards playoff push, the Knicks success this season, if the 76ers are pretenders, if LaMelo Ball is a top 10 point guard, Steph Curry, the San Antonio Spurs, and if Luka will lead Dallas to the playoffs. For the football portion of this episode we will debate who’s better between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, Lamar’s current contract situation, the LA Rams ceiling with Stafford, and we will preview the offseason for the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown Can the Wizards make the playoffs? (What’s been the reason for their recent success) (01:28) Thoughts on the Knicks success this season (09:43) Are the 76ers pretenders? (18:58) Is LaMelo Ball a top 10 Point Guard? (27:35) Is Steph Curry’s play this season being overlooked? (35:41) Are we sleeping on the San Antonio Spurs? (46:50) Is Luka going to lead Dallas to the playoffs? (53:16) Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen? Who’s better? (59:00) Lamar Jackson’s contact situation: Would you be hesitant in giving him Wilson/Watson/Mahomes type money? (01:09:05) What’s the LA Rams ceiling with Matthew Stafford? (01:16:48) JJ Watt to the Cardinals (01:27:44) 2021 Packers Offseason Preview (01:37:10) 2021 Bears Offseason Preview (01:52:06) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA All Star Reserves/Snubs, Rookie Power Rankings, Cam Newton, AFC West Offseason Preview Pt. 2 Feb 26, 2021

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In this episode we will be talking about who made the NBA all star reserves and discuss which players got snubbed. Then we will give our rookie power rankings, Zach Lavine, Demarcus Cousins being released, the Jazz big win over the Lakers, and debating on whether it would be the right decision for the Mavericks to trade Kristaps Porzingis. Shifting to the football portion of this episode, we will talk about Isaiah Wilson calling out the Titans, which young QB will have a breakout 2021 season, potential landing spots for Russell Wilson, if Cam Newton will get another shot to start in the NFL, and we’ll preview the offseason for the Arizona Cardinals and the San Francisco 49ers. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown Reacting to the NBA All Star Reserves (Who got snubbed?) (01:33)-(11:08) NBA Rookie Power Rankings (11:26)-(29:10) Is Zach Lavine finally getting the recognition he deserves? (29:24)-(36:55) Is Demarcus Cousins having trouble accepting his role? (36:56)-(44:22) Recapping the Jazz win over the Lakers: How dominant do they look? (44:24)-(55:55) Would it be smart for the Dallas Mavericks to trade Kristaps Porzingis? (56:06)-(01:02:59) Did the Tennessee Titans waste a first round pick on Isaiah Wilson? (01:03:05)-(01:09:17) Which young QB do you think will have a breakout season in 2021? (01:09:25)-(01:21:34) Could Russell Wilson be traded? (Dolphins, Jets, Saints, and Raiders listed as potential destinations) (01:21:42)-(01:30:14) Will Cam Newton get another shot to start in the NFL? (01:32:05)-(01:41:14) Jack and Joel heated debate (01:41:18)-(01:54:02) Cardinals offseason preview (01:54:05)-(02:04:54) 49ers offseason preview (02:04:58)-(02:14:29) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nets Win Streak, Chris Paul, Dak Prescott, QB Draft Prospects, AFC West Offseason Preview Pt. 1 Feb 23, 2021

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In this episode I will talk about the Nets 6 game winning streak, Ryan Saunders getting fired, the Toronto Raptors, Chris Paul’s recent performances. Then I will transition into the NFL and talk about Teddy Bridgewater's future with the Panthers, If the Cowboys will extend Dak Prescott, what’s going to happen with Sam Darnold, Justin Fields as a prospect, and I’ll also preview the offseason for the Seahawks and Rams. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck Nets vs Clippers recap: Thoughts on the game & are the Nets favorites to win it all? (03:10)-(12:50) Ryan Saunders fired reaction: Will the T Wolves start winning? (12:51)-(20:31) Are the Toronto Raptors starting to figure it out? (20:54)-(27:33) Does CP3 deserve the same credit Lebron gets for performing at an older age? (27:35)-(32:03) Teddy Bridgewater unfollows Panthers on IG, is a trade coming soon? (Deshaun Watson probably) (35:16)-(42:49) Will the Cowboys sign Dak long term? (42:50)-(49:36) What team will Sam Darnold play for in 2021? (49:40)-(56:06) Devonte Smith says Mac Jones is better than Tua (56:13)-(01:01:26) Does Justin Fields ability to consistently scan the field concern you? (01:01:36)-(01:09:32) Seahawks offseason preview (01:10:15)-(01:19:49) Rams offseason preview (01:20:40)-(01:27:31) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blake Griffin, Celtics Struggles, Zion’s New Role, Dame’s MVP Case, James Harden & Steph Curry Feb 19, 2021

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In this episode I will be talking about Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond, and what teams should make a trade or sign them. Then I will talk about the Boston Celtics and their recent struggles, if Julius Randle should be an All Star this season, my thoughts on Zion’s recent performances, where I’d rank Damian Lillard in the MVP race, and how Steph Curry and James Harden are the most under-appreciated superstars in the NBA.Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown Carson Wentz trade (03:47)-(09:50) Can Blake Griffin still contribute to an NBA team? (Trade Package Ideas and Best Fits) (10:02)-(17:59) Will Drummond get trade? (18:00)-(24:14) What’s the problem with the Boston Celtics? (24:35)-(32:40) Do you believe Julius Randle will get into the all star game? (32:43)-(40:24) Thoughts on Zions new ball handling role in the Pelicans offense (40:28)-(47:36) Where I would rank Dame in the MVP race (47:48)-(56:03) Steph Curry and James Harden under appreciated (56:35)-(01:06:20) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JJ Watt Cut, Orlando Brown Demands Trade, Deshaun Watson, AFC North & South Offseason Preview Feb 16, 2021

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In this episode we will talk about the best potential fits for JJ Watt and where we want to see him go, Orlando Brown demanding a trade, if the Texans will trade Deshaun Watson, and we will preview the offseason for the AFC North and AFC South teams. Those teams include the Ravens, Browns, Steelers, Bengals, Titans, Colts, Texans, and Jaguars. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck Where do you want to see JJ Watt go? (what would be the perfect fit) (03:40)-(15:16) Orlando Brown demands trade: What team should trade for him? (15:20)-(23:12) Will Deshaun Watson be traded? (23:16)-(37:56) Tennessee Titans offseason preview (38:15)-(56:51) Indianapolis Colts offseason preview (56:56)-(01:12:10) Houston Texans offseason preview (01:12:21)-(01:27:25) Jacksonville Jaguars offseason preview (01:27:33)-(01:39:19) Pittsburgh Steelers offseason preview (01:39:35)-(01:53:04) Cleveland Browns offseason preview (01:53:10)-(02:01:15) Baltimore Ravens offseason preview (02:01:20)-(02:11:17) Cincinnati Bengals offseason preview (02:11:20)-(02:21:38) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nets & Bucks Concerns, Knicks Acquire Rose, Lakers Trade Targets, Carmelo Anthony’s Career Feb 12, 2021

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In this episode we will talk about our concerns with the Nets & Bucks, the Knicks trading for Derrick Rose, who the Lakers should trade for, if the Raptors should trade Kyle Lowry, Jimmy Butler’s return, our thoughts on LaMelo Ball, how the Kings & Spurs are playing, Donovan Mitchell’s rise, and Carmelo Anthony’s career. Hosts: Joel Moran, River Brown, Jack Barteck Addressing our viral video + Bradley Beal’s wife calling us out (02:20)-(14:56) Knicks trade for Derrick Rose: What to expect from Rose & the Knicks now (15:15)-(23:20) Will the Raptors trade Kyle Lowry? (23:30-30:07) Thoughts on LAL and how can they improve the roster (30:11)-(37:37) Biggest concern you have with the Milwaukee Bucks (37:39-46:20) Are you concerned about the Nets struggles thus far? (46:49)-(01:11:45) Now that Jimmy Butler is back will the Heat make the playoffs? (01:11:53)-(01:20:55) Thoughts on Lamelo Balls recent performances: Is he going to be the ROY? (01:20:59)-(01:33:35) Are the Sacramento Kings one of the most exciting teams to watch? (01:33:42)-(01:42:38) Have the San Antonio Spurs gone under the radar this season? (01:42:40)-(01:52:45) Carmelo Anthony 12th all time on the scoring list: Has his career been under appreciated? (01:52:50)-(02:03:15) Is it time for the Warriors to move on from Draymond Green? (02:03:29)-(02:11:58) Is Donovan Mitchell becoming a superstar right before our eyes? (02:12:06)-(02:23:00) Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bowl Recap, Brady & Mahomes, Ranking QBs Available via Trade, AFC West Offseason Preview Feb 09, 2021

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In this episode we will recap the Super Bowl, debate whether the Buccaneers should be favorites to win it all next season, and how much blame Patrick Mahomes deserves for the Chiefs bad performance on offense. Then we will talk about QBs that teams could still trade for, and preview the offseason for each AFC West team. That includes the Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, Las Vegas Raiders, and the Denver Broncos. Hosts: Joel Moran, Jack Barteck, River Brown Recapping the Super Bowl 04:29-13:01 Should The Tampa Bay Buccaneers be favorites to repeat? 13:08-22:29 Did Patrick Mahomes play bad in the Super Bowl? 22:35-32:05 Where will Carson Wentz end up? 32:13-42:11 Ranking the QB’s that can still be traded 42:15-56:21 Did TJ Watt get snubbed for DPOY? 56:22-59:38 Kansas City Chiefs Offseason Preview 01:00:18-01:15:21 Los Angeles Chargers Offseason Preview 01:15:34-01:29:32 Las Vegas Raiders Offseason Preview 01:29:40-01:42:58 Denver Broncos Offseason Preview 01:44:08-01:57:58 Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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