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Colin Cowherd Podcast - Chris Mortensen, Kirk Cousins The Top Target? NFL Free Agency, Russ To Steelers? More Turbulence For The Jets Mar 04, 2024

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to talk offseason football!

They start the show on a somber note following the passing of legendary NFL reporter Chris Mortensen and reflect on his life and impact in the football world. (3:30)

They weigh in on the future of Kirk Cousins and why he is likely the #1 free agent domino to fall (6:00), and why Justin Fields hasn’t drawn much interest as a trade target (13:00). They talk about the latest episodes of the “Dynasty” documentary with the focus being Aaron Hernandez and why the Patriots weren’t willing to trade him away (15:30).

They dive into the Steelers seemingly being willing to lower their high standards if they stick with Kenny Pickett (26:30) and why signing Russell Wilson makes sense for Mike Tomlin’s team (32:00). They point to Washington as next year’s “surprise” team (38:00) and debate the draft status of Michael Penix Jr. (42:00).

They look at the Jets rough o-line situation (57:00) and Aaron Rodgers’ suspect choices for teammates (1:02:00) and predict more turbulence ahead for gang green.

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Straight Fire - The Truth About the NFL Combine, LeBron's 40k Points & Jayson Tatum's MVP Case Mar 04, 2024

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On today’s episode, Jason discusses the unfortunate passing of longtime ESPN NFL reporter Chris Mortensen (2:41), whether the NFL Combine results – even the record-breaking ones – really matter in the grand scheme of things (5:52), if LeBron James becoming the first-ever member of the NBA’s 40,000 Point Club will be enough to propel him in the GOAT debate (18:02), the narrative that people have been rooting against LeBron and hoping he would fail since he entered the league in 2003 (28:46), why Jayson Tatum still can’t get any love from MVP voters even as the Boston Celtics run roughshod through the NBA (37:54) and why he fundamentally disagrees with Kevin Durant’s opinion about Team USA Basketball (41:49).

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Nightcap - Hour 2: Caitlin Clark makes history, Broke NBA stories, & Jokic's GOAT case Mar 04, 2024

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Shannon Sharpe & Gilbert Arenas discuss Caitlin Clark setting the NCAA record for points, Gil's life as a broke NBA player, and what Jokic has to do to enter the GOAT debate.

00:50 Caitlin Clark passes Pistol Pete for most point in NCAA history
11:30 Gil says he’d give up sex for a year to win a title
17:00 Unc says he’s rather be in the hall of fame than win a super bowl “25,000 men have Super Bowl rings”
18:30 Can Knicks overcome Brunson and Randle injuries?
21:00 Q and ayyyyy
30:00 Much more Nightcap

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Nightcap - Hour 1: Celtics blow out Warriors, LeBron gets 40K, Nuggets dominance Mar 04, 2024

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Shannon Sharpe & Gilbert Arenas react to the Celtics blowing out the Warriors, LeBron reaching 40,000 points in a loss to the Nuggets & if anyone can stop Jokic and company from winning back to back NBA titles.

0:00 Introduction
05:00 Celtics dominate Warriors in blow out win
27:00 The Nuggets dominance in the Western conference
33:00 Lebron scores 40K
37:50 Are the Nuggets the most dangerous team in the West?
42:20 Gil stands by his comments about European players being the reason for bad defense in NBA
51:00 Wemby continues to dominate in win over Pacers
55:15 Tony Brothers gives Dejounte Murray with a technical after he ignored him during a timeout

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Hoops Tonight - Nuggets own LeBron James & Lakers, LA's late-game issues, Mavs-Celtics + NBA Mailbag Mar 03, 2024

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Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' 124-114 win over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Jason discusses how Jokic and Jamal Murray continuously outplay LeBron and Anthony Davis in clutch situations as well as his biggest issues with Darvin Ham's approach for Los Angeles. Later, Jason reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics' dominant 138-110 win over Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks. What has Boston done differently that has Jason beyond excited for their potential? And what silver linings can Mavericks fans take from a disappointing road trip. The show ends with Jason answering listener mailbag questions hitting on Steph Curry, Kobe Bryant, and the biggest stars in the NBA. #volume

Timeline (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)

04:00 - Introduction

04:49 - Nuggets-Lakers familiar story

28:03 - Celtics demolish Mavericks

38:54 - Mavericks completely fail road test

43:54 - Mailbag questions

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Nerd Sesh — Trivia Time 42 Mar 02, 2024

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The nerds are back with another trivia time, this time themed around NBA rookies Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren and elite NFL Draft prospects like Caleb Williams and Drake Make.

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Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier REACTS to Sean Strickland vs. Jake Paul fight rumors: "These dudes AIN'T FIGHTING!" Mar 02, 2024

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Jake Paul released DMs between him and Sean Strickland about a potential million-dollar fight between the two, and Daniel Cormier is here to give you his INSTANT REACTION. DC goes in on why he would "LOVE TO SEE" this fight between the YouTube sensation Paul and the rising UFC star Strickland. And why despite the star power between the two, this is fight that cannot happen.

3:30 - Jake Paul releases DMs with Strickland
4:45 - Can this fight happen?
6:40 - What Jake is NOT telling you
9:30 - Who wins: Jake or Sean?

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Colin Cowherd Podcast Prime Cuts - Most Interesting NFL Prospect, NFL Draft Success, Psych 101 On Aaron Rodgers Mar 02, 2024

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Colin’s top takes of the week!

Colin explains how the Warriors have finally found their way and could be very dangerous in the playoffs (3:00).

He goes behind the scenes at the NFL combine (8:00) and explains why Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy is the most interesting prospect in the NFL draft. (10:30)

John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” joins Colin to break down the secret sauce behind Green Bay’s drafting formula and why they’ve been so successful (24:30), and why we see a competitive mentality in football that’s lacking in some other sports (32:00).

Legendary sports writer Ian O’Connor joins Colin to talk about his new book profiling Aaron Rodgers, and he and Colin do a deep dive into Aaron’s psychology (46:30), and why his abrasive public profile doesn’t reflect how he’s viewed in the locker room (51:00).

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Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier RESPONDS to Nate Diaz call out: "I'm NOBODY'S B***H!" Mar 02, 2024

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Daniel Cormier gives his INSTANT REACTION to Nate Diaz calling him a "b***h" and "not a fighter." DC goes off on why Diaz's response was uncalled for and doesn't make sense considering the difference in levels between each of their careers.

3:30 - DC recaps Nate Diaz callout
4:50 - Cormier responds to Diaz calling him a b***h
9:00 - Comparing resumes

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Hoops Tonight - Nuggets beat Heat in NBA Finals rematch, Nikola Jokic ultimate closer + NBA Mailbag Mar 01, 2024

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Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' 103-97 win over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat in a rematch of last year's NBA Finals. Jason breaks down the biggest highlights from the game and shares why Nikola Jokic is the NBA's ultimate closer. How much will Jamal Murray's ankle injury impact Denver down the home stretch of the NBA season? Later, Jason answers listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment. Is LeBron James responsible for the current state of the Lakers? #volume

Timeline:

04:00 - Introduction

04:43 - Nuggets take down Heat

11:45 - Why Nuggets starting 5 works

13:08 - Michael Porter Jr. steps up

14:41 - Nuggets hold off Miami run

18:55 - Bam Adebayo weakness

22:53 - NBA Mailbag

23:05 - How stars impact teammate development

26:40 - Jabari Smith & Keegan Murray ceilings

28:43 - How good was Jason Timpf?

34:45 - What goes into a down shooting season?