The Ben Maller Show

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01/19/2021 – Hour 2 – Divorce in LA? Jan 19, 2021

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Ben discusses the reports of a possible divorce in the works between Rams HC Sean McVay and QB Jared Goff. Ben says McVay has tried everything to get the most out of Goff, but he is fed up with it and is tired of holding his hand because he still makes the wrong decisions. Ben also discusses reports of Payton Manning playing a pivotal role in the next University of Tennessee head football coach and Ben is wondering if the Volunteers didn’t learn from the Jets mistake taking Manning’s words about Adam Gase.

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01/19/2021 – Hour 3 – NBA Temper Tantrums Jan 19, 2021

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Ben talks about a story out of Cleveland with the Cavaliers G Kevin Porter Jr throwing a temper tantrum because his locker got replaced and it even included throwing food. Plus, Ben discusses a cheating Astro reportedly generating a lot of interest from multiple teams in a high bidding war and the guys play another edition of Maller's Mountain of Money!

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01/19/2021 – Hour 4 – Bruce Arians Takes Shot at Belichick Jan 19, 2021

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Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians recently took some shots at Patriots HC Bill Belichick and the organization when he said in Tampa Bay they allow QB Tom Brady to coach; unlike they did in New England. Ben also discusses the reports that came out yesterday about Mets GM Jared Porter sending inappropriate pictures to a reporter in 2016. Plus, the guys play Cite the Byte!

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SPECIAL PREVIEW - Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre - Concussion Protocol Could Doom the Chiefs, Defense Doesn't Win Championships in the NFL & Is Ben Simmons on the Move? Jan 19, 2021

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On today's episode, Jason kicks things off with a quick thought on the health of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. His status for the AFC Championship game is unclear at the moment, but based on what Andy Reid is saying (or not saying), it sure feels like they're willing to do anything to get him on the field. On the NBA front, James Harden is flourishing with the Brooklyn Nets, but the bigger story may be what's going on with the team he didn't get traded to: The Philadelphia 76ers. According to reports, the Sixers thought they had a Ben Simmons-for-Harden deal in place until Houston pulled out. That may have been the final straw for Simmons. He seems to be lacking confidence and his overall demeanor just feels off even when the team is winning. They couldn't get the Harden deal done but don't be surprised if Philadelphia decides to deal Simmons by the deadline. Back to the NFL, Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith could really learn a lot from Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and the way he navigated his way around Green Bay. The situations are similar in a few ways, and if Smith is willing to put in the work, he could have some success. Finally, Jason drops a couple of advanced stats that don't bode well for the New York Jets and the Los Angeles Chargers. According to Football Outsiders' DVOA, four of the top 5 offenses in the NFL are still in the playoffs. By contrast, only two of the top 15 defenses are left. This isn't your Dad's NFL; Defense doesn't win championships these days, offense does. So if you're a fan of the Jets or the Chargers, you may want to pump the breaks on all that excitement.

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01/18/2021 - Best of The Ben Maller Show Jan 18, 2021

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Ben Maller recaps the divisional round games this weekend in the NFL! Ben says the next chapter is set up for Drew Brees in the broadcasting studio because his noodle arm can't hang anymore, Baker Mayfield was set up to win the game and couldn't rise to the occasion, ultimately showing us why he doesn't deserve an extension. Plus, Ben says the Rams need to move on from QB Jared Goff and discusses some replacement possibilities, including a swap for Eagles QB Carson Wentz.

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01/18/2021 – Hour 1 – Say Goodbye, Drew Brees Jan 18, 2021

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Ben Maller is here to recap the Sunday night showdown between the Buccaneers and Saints with the ageless QB’s Tom Brady and Drew Brees going head-to-head with Drew Brees possibly playing his last game. Ben says it is time for Brees to hang up the cleats and join the broadcasting booth to be the next Tony Romo. Plus, Ben and the crew give their NBA draft picks!

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01/18/2021 – Hour 2 – Baker Mayfield Doesn’t Deserve an Extension Jan 18, 2021

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Ben discusses the Chiefs big divisional win over the Browns on Sunday and why that proved Browns QB Baker Mayfield doesn’t deserve an extension. Ben says the Browns had everything go their way and Baker couldn’t rise up to the occasion to end the game. Plus, Bryan Fenley also makes his on-air karaoke debut with some Bruce Springsteen, Maller to the 3rd degree and insta-trivia!

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01/18/2021 – Hour 3 – Rams QB Situation Up in the Air Jan 18, 2021

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Ben Maller recaps the Rams loss on Saturday and says that head coach Sean McVay doesn’t seem confident in a future with Jared Goff and the Rams should explore every option, including a possibility of a swap with the Eagles and Carson Wentz, or going after Saints QB Jameis Winston.

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01/18/2021 – Hour 4 – The Ageless Brady Jan 18, 2021

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Ben discusses the big win by Brady and the Bucs, with Brady advancing to yet another conference championship. Ben says Brady getting the Bucs this far has already won the divorce between him and Bill Belichick, once again defying his age. Ben also plays the NFL coaching carousel and discusses the lone 2 coaching vacancies with the Eagles and Texans, with Ben saying both seem undesirable.

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The Fifth Hour-Writers Block Jan 17, 2021

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The time away hasn't stopped the Maller Militia from living their life and in doing so, they still have plenty of things to get off their chest.

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