The Right Time with Bomani Jones

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Domonique Foxworth on Victor Wembanyama's insane night & the NFL's Lost Era of Violence | 11.05 Nov 05, 2026

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Bomani Jones welcomes Domonique Foxworth to discuss Victor Wembanyama's incredible performance, Wilt's place in NBA history, and why basketball fans have a very different appreciation for big men today.
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Bomani and Domonique also revisit the NFL's most violent era, discussing Michael Irvin, Ronnie Lott, James Harrison, Ryan Clark, and Vontaze Burfict. From the disappearance of the traditional hard-hitting strong safety to the changing expectations for receivers, they examine how the NFL became a fundamentally different game.
Plus, the guys discuss authenticity in hip-hop, why rappers have historically felt pressure to live their lyrics, Wilt Chamberlain's infamous book claims, the changing fortunes of NFL quarterbacks, and what makes Jordan Love and Drake Maye interesting players to watch.

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Diante Lee on Shedeur Sanders to Start, Russell Wilson to NC State? Caleb Williams MVP case | 11.04 Nov 04, 2026

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Bomani Jones is joined by NFL analyst Diante Lee to break down Shedeur Sanders' latest opportunity with the Cleveland Browns, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears' rise, the Baltimore Ravens' quarterback crisis, and whether the Los Angeles Chargers are failing Justin Herbert.

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With Cleveland facing another quarterback decision, Bomani and Diante discuss whether Shedeur Sanders can take advantage of his opportunity—and how a quarterback controversy could become a distraction regardless of how he plays.
They also examine the Chicago Bears' impressive performance against the Seattle Seahawks. Has Caleb Williams established himself among the NFL's best young quarterbacks? How much credit does Ben Johnson deserve? And what has Jeffery Simmons brought to Chicago's defense?
Plus, the Ravens face difficult questions about their future without Lamar Jackson. Could bringing Joe Flacco back make sense? Bomani explains why Philip Rivers would be such an appealing coaching hire at NC State, while Diante examines what's gone wrong with Justin Herbert and the Chargers' offense.
Finally, are the Las Vegas Raiders actually building something sustainable, or should they start thinking about the future at quarterback?

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Why Democrats dominated the Midterms | 11.04 Nov 04, 2026

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The 2026 midterm elections delivered a stunning Democratic wave, and Bomani Jones has a theory about what happened: Americans are tired of everything being so expensive.

On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bomani breaks down the surprising results of the 2026 midterms, including Democratic victories in Texas, James Talarico's Senate win, Gina Hinojosa's historic gubernatorial victory, and Susan Collins' defeat in Maine.

But the bigger story isn't simply which party won. It's why the Republican Party's usual political playbook failed to connect with voters increasingly frustrated by the cost of living.

Bomani discusses the impact of inflation, gas prices, tariffs, and affordability on the election, why familiar culture-war arguments didn't work, and how progressive politicians helped make economic concerns central to the Democrats' message.

He also examines the role of Zohran Mamdani's political messaging, the importance of younger voters, the influence of AIPAC, and what Democrats should learn from their unexpected success.

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Roy Wood Jr. Relives the Cubs' INSANE 2016 World Series Win | 11.03 Nov 03, 2026

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Ten years after the Chicago Cubs ended their historic 108-year World Series drought, Roy Wood Jr. joins Bomani Jones on The Right Time for a special Time Machine Tuesday looking back at the unforgettable 2016 championship.

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Roy Wood Jr., a lifelong Cubs fan who attended Game 7 of the 2016 World Series in Cleveland, shares his firsthand experience watching Chicago finally win it all. From the emotional roller coaster of the Cubs' comeback against Cleveland to Rajai Davis' dramatic home run off Aroldis Chapman and the unforgettable rain delay, Roy explains what it felt like to witness one of baseball's most historic championships.
Roy also tells the incredible story of how Trevor Noah encouraged him to leave work at The Daily Show, buy a last-minute World Series ticket, and fly to Cleveland for Game 7.
Bomani and Roy revisit the Cubs' decades of disappointment, growing up watching baseball on WGN and TBS, the brilliance of Andre Dawson and Sammy Sosa, the heartbreak of the 2003 Steve Bartman game, and how Theo Epstein helped build the championship team featuring Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Javier Báez, Jon Lester, and more.
Plus, they discuss why the Cubs eventually broke up their championship core, the emotional cost of rooting for losing teams, and Roy's hilarious approach to raising his son as a New York sports fan.

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Cowboys & Chiefs Collapse, Lamar Jackson's uncertain future, FSU fires Mike Norvell | 11.02 Nov 02, 2026

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Bomani Jones reacts to another insane week of NFL action.

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Bomani breaks down Dallas' loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Cowboys' defensive struggles, and why they should be doing more in the NFC East. He also dives into Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid's willingness to give players second chances.

Later, he talks about why Lamar Jackson's future with the Baltimore Ravens is suddenly a major question. Bomani examines Lamar's injury, his contract situation, and why Baltimore may have no choice but to pay its franchise quarterback.

After the break, he reacts to Mike Norvell's firing at Florida State, the expectations facing Angel Reese after losing in the WNBA finals, and a wave of NBA injuries affecting the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Anthony Edwards, and Tyrese Haliburton. Is the modern style of basketball putting too much physical stress on players?

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Domonique Foxworth on Lamar Jackson's Power, Bears trade for Jeffery Simmons, Ernie Johnson retires | 10.29 Oct 29, 2026

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Bomani Jones and Dominique Foxworth are back for Foxworth Friday on The Right Time, breaking down Lamar Jackson's unusual power with the Baltimore Ravens, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive problems, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears, Deshaun Watson's comeback, and Ernie Johnson's retirement from Inside the NBA.

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First, Bomani and Dominique discuss the WNBA Finals scheduling controversy and the outrage surrounding a daytime championship game. They explore whether the league could have handled the situation differently and why conversations surrounding women's basketball have become so contentious.
Then it's time for the NFL. With the Baltimore Ravens preparing to face the Buffalo Bills, the guys examine Lamar Jackson's injury situation and the extraordinary control he has over his career. Dominique explains why Lamar's approach to contracts, communication, and team relationships differs from nearly every other quarterback in the NFL. They also discuss the Ravens' defensive struggles and Marlon Humphrey.
The Chicago Bears are making moves, with Jeffery Simmons joining their defense and Caleb Williams continuing to show improvement under Ben Johnson. Bomani and Dominique discuss whether Chicago is becoming a legitimate contender before turning to the undefeated Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions, Jared Goff, and concerns about Jahmyr Gibbs' workload.
Could Deshaun Watson actually win NFL Comeback Player of the Year? The guys examine the Cleveland Browns' surprising record, Watson's future, and the uncomfortable questions surrounding his potential resurgence.
Plus, Dominique explains why adding another wide receiver won't automatically fix Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. The real issue, he argues, is their ability to establish the run against elite defenses.
Finally, Bomani and Dominique celebrate Ernie Johnson's remarkable career following his retirement announcement. They discuss why Ernie became such a beloved figure on Inside the NBA alongside Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal, and Kenny Smith, what makes the show's chemistry so special, and whether Adam Lefkoe is the natural successor.

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Pat Forde on Oregon & USC's struggles, Arch & Steve Sarkisian angst, Deion Sanders future | 10.28 Oct 28, 2026

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Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated.
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First, they discuss Dan Lanning's struggles with Oregon this season, and how much time he will get to turn things around in Eugene. They also get to LIncoln Riley's job status at USC and whether or not they will move on from him if the rest of the year goes poorly.
After the break, they get into the angst surround Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian at Texas and who is to blame for that partnership not being more successful. Finally, they react to the latest drama surrounding Deion Sanders at Colorado and discuss their memories of former LSU basketball coach Dale Brown.

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Jason Goff on why Barry Bonds' 73-HR Season Was Unlike Anything We've Ever Seen |10.27 Oct 27, 2026

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Twenty-five years after Barry Bonds hit a record-breaking 73 home runs in 2001, Bomani Jones and Jason Goff revisit one of the most extraordinary seasons in MLB history on Time Machine Tuesday.

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Bomani and Jason break down Bonds' remarkable statistics, his dominance with the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants, and the incredible four-year stretch from 2001 to 2004 that produced numbers baseball may never see again. They explain why Bonds was already an all-time great before the steroid allegations and revisit the 1998 home run chase involving Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa that helped change the course of baseball history.
The conversation also examines the media's treatment of Bonds, the role of performance-enhancing drugs throughout baseball, and the double standards that shaped the legacies of the steroid era's biggest stars.
Plus, Bomani and Jason discuss why Chicago Cubs fans turned on Sammy Sosa while San Francisco Giants fans continued embracing Barry Bonds, the difference between Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr., and why Bonds remains one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in sports history.

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Dan Campbell's Absurd Decision, Jim Dolan's Knicks Drama & the WNBA Finals scheduling issue | 10.26 Oct 26, 2026

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Bomani Jones breaks down another wild NFL weekend, including Dan Campbell's controversial fourth-down decision in the Detroit Lions' win over the Green Bay Packers. While encouraged by the team's progress but isn't buying every explanation for Dan Campbell's aggressive fourth-down decision. He also discusses the Seattle Seahawks beating the Kansas City Chiefs, JJ McCarthy's shocking performance, and the surprising 5-2 Cleveland Browns.
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Later, Bomani examines some surprising early-season developments in the NBA, including the growing tension between former Boston Celtics teammates Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. abd what's happening with the New York Knicks. Bomani discusses the controversy surrounding championship rings for team employees, James Dolan's spending decisions, and the strange atmosphere around the organization.
Finally, Bomani explains why the Atlanta Dream's difficulty securing a larger arena for the WNBA Finals should be celebrated as evidence of the league's growth rather than treated solely as a failure. He also reacts to Nicki Minaj's appearance at a Donald Trump rally and the unsettling possibility of autonomous AI agents accessing bank accounts.
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Mina Kimes on What's Really Wrong With Sam Darnold & the Seahawks and Can Justin Herbert be fixed? | 10.22 Oct 22, 2026

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What’s wrong with Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks? Mina Kimes joins Bomani Jones on The Right Time, to break down Seattle’s offensive struggles—and why Bomani still isn’t backing down from his skepticism about Darnold.

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Bomani and Mina discuss whether Darnold is holding the Seahawks back, why Seattle’s offense has become too dependent on Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and how much the team misses Kenneth Walker III. Would turning to Drew Lock actually solve anything, or do the problems go deeper than the quarterback?
Then, they examine Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, Walker’s impact on the running game, and concerns about the Chiefs’ wide receivers. They also discuss the Los Angeles Rams’ disappointing offense, Matthew Stafford, and what’s going wrong with Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos.
Plus, has Justin Herbert’s situation with the Los Angeles Chargers finally broken him? Bomani and Mina explore his struggles, the toll of repeated hits, and why evaluating quarterback regression is so difficult. They also get into the Detroit Lions’ defensive problems, Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs, Caleb Williams’ improvement, and Bryce Young changing the conversation in Carolina.
Finally, they discuss the Giants’ Jameis Winston–JJ McCarthy decision, Kyler Murray’s fit in Minnesota, and why Brian Flores’ Vikings defense continues to stand out.

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