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Matt Leinart on Nearly Being Drafted by Saints, Urban Meyer to Jacksonville, Pete Carroll to USC, and the Draft's Top QBs | Plus: Harry's Shot Apr 23, 2021

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The Parlay Kid just missed on a Brandon Ingram player prop because he was taken out in a blow-out win and people are disputing Harry’s winning bets on Twitter (02:00). Then Cousin Sal and the guys discuss which quarterback the 49ers may take in the draft as the odds continue to change and Harry isn’t convinced Justin Fields will be any good in the NFL (06:30).

The guys discuss Julius Randle’s climbing odds (-600) for Most Improved Player a bet they gave out months ago. Plus, it’s a showdown between MVP favorites Jokic (-380) and Steph (+1800), Nuggets/Warriors (+3) as the guys predict a huge game from Steph (22:30).

Then Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart joins the show to discuss how he gets annoyed with people who weigh-in as “experts” who have never played football. Matt tells what it was like being passed on by the Titans for Vince Young despite the coaches wanting him and falling to the Arizona Cardinals despite never formally meeting with them. He talks about meeting with Al Davis and how he recently found out he nearly went #2 to the Saints. Matt talks about playing in the best college football game of all-time and also his experience in one of the greatest Super Bowls ever (29:05).

Matt talks about his former Fox co-host Urban Meyer leaving to be the head coach in Jacksonville and how he was always dropping hints about leaving and which situation would be the best. Matt tells the guys why he thinks Urban will win in Jacksonville. Plus, that Pete Carroll’s end goal is to be a professor at USC (42:15).

Matt breaks down who he thinks the 49ers will choose with the #3 pick and why it might be Justin Fields. Matt thinks it's unfair to compare Fields to past Ohio State quarterbacks because he’s much more talented (47:05).

Then Matt tells Cousin Sal why he was rooting for UCLA in the NCAA tournament and how it had to do with gambling, why he doesn’t consider UCLA a real rivalry, hating Cal and Aaron Rodgers, and that USC/Notre Dame is the real rivalry (56:45).

The guys give their Sharp Tank picks as Harry goes down under for a bet on Australian rugby (01:10:00).

Finally, Harry confuses everyone by telling them which shot he got (01:18:15).

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Brutal Bet-Aches, Steph MVP Odds, LaMelo is Back, Yankees Struggling, Sal’s Autocorrect Issue Apr 20, 2021

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It was a tough week of Bet-Aches for the Degenerate Trifecta as Brother Bri says betting Ben Askren was one of the worst decisions of his life. The guys discuss Askren’s legacy. Harry’s Bet-Ache is Martin Truex Jr. after he gets a penalty for speeding and the Parlay Kid learned his lesson to never bet the Jets even in hockey (01:15).

The Knicks are rolling and it’s great for the NBA, plus Steph Curry’s MVP odds climb to 18-1 – could he actually win it? Sal says there are too many great players in the NBA and there needs to be more awards (11:00). LaMelo Ball has been cleared to play and is once again the Rookie of the Year favorite (-300) but Harry thinks Anthony Edwards still deserves it (22:00).

The Phoenix Suns are one of the best teams in basketball that no one is talking about, including the people of Phoenix. Harry thinks they need to bring back the Gorilla and he is willing to volunteer (27:00).

The Parlay Kid says it’s time to shake up the Yankees and George Steinbrenner never would have let this go on. The guys discuss Cy Young odds as Parlay Kid loves Marcus Stroman at 35-1 (32:30).

Then it’s a trip on the Riverboat Casino to discuss which sports broadcaster you’d love to see guest host Jeopardy (46:30).

Finally, the guys make their Sharp Tank picks and Cousin Sal has a great idea on an Uber for kids so they don’t have to drive home with their parents after their youth sports game. And Sal is having an insane auto-correct issue with his phone! Is Harry God (52:30)?

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The Miz & Brian Gewirtz, WrestleMania, Young Rock, League of Leagues, Cleveland Browns Bet Apr 15, 2021

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Cousin Sal is joined by WWE Superstar The Miz and former WWE writer, SVP of Development of Seven Bucks Productions Brian Gewirtz to talk about WrestleMania, sports, betting and their League of Leagues.

Miz talks about the origins of his Cleveland Indians fandom, what he would want from the old Municipal Stadium and listening to Game 7 of the 2016 World Series on a plane to Abu Dhabi to a WWE event.

Miz brags about winning last year’s League of Leagues and how much time and effort that goes into it. Sal and Brian asks Miz about getting pinned by Bad Bunny at WrestleMania and why it may have ruined future celebrity matches. Miz talks about who he would want to play on Young Rock and Brian talks about how shooting the show in Australia led to his gambling habit.

Then the guys talk about fantasy football and how Miz lost a fantasy football league on a Matt Ryan interception and why his wife is not interested in it at all. Plus, Miz discusses a prank he did on Jimmy Kimmel Live and a special conversation he recently had with Vince McMahon.

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NBA Division Winner Odds, WR/TE NFL Draft, Super Bowl Clutch Catches, Jake Paul Fight Apr 13, 2021

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The Degenerate Trifecta has been on a roll as the Parlay Kid cashes in on what he calls the easiest bet of his life. But as always, the guys discuss their Bet-Aches as the Parlay Kid basically took everyone at The Masters except the winner, Hideki Matsuyama (03:15).

With the news Jamal Murray is out indefinitely with a torn ACL, the Nuggets championship odds take a dive. The guys discuss NBA division winner odds as Brother Bri breaks down the Atlantic Division and Parlay Kid predicts the Heat in the Southeast (12:00).

Then the guys tackle NFL Draft odds talking landing spots for Kyle Pitts, Ja’Marr Chase and DeVonta Smith (21:30). In honor of Julian Edelman, the guys ride the Riverboat Casino to discuss what is the greatest, most clutch catch in Super Bowl History and the time Harry partied with the Giants after they won the Super Bowl (34:45).

Finally, in Sharp Tank – Brother Bri tries to convince Sal to take his Jake Paul/Ben Askren bet or will Sal go with someone else (43:30)? Plus, a Harry anniversary update (49:45)!

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Makin’ Money with Megan, One Whining Moment, 2022 NCAA Basketball Odds, NFL Draft #3 Pick Apr 08, 2021

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The Masters opening round has begun and the guys are early scoreboard watching. The Parlay Kid is already frustrated with the Yankees and admits you can’t give Aaron Judge a long-term contract and Gleyber Torres needs to move from full-time shortstop.

Now that the NCAA tournament is over, Sal debuts angry fan voicemails in the first ever One Whining Moment. Then the guys look at 2022 NCAA basketball odds as Sal likes Gonzaga, while the Parlay Kid likes Ohio State.

With the NFL Draft approaching the guys look at odds for who will be taken 3rd overall, while Mac Jones (-210) looks to be the favorite, Harry makes the case for DeVonta Smith (+11000) and compares the 49ers trading up to draft a wide receiver like Kevin Costner in the movie Draft Day. Sal nearly kicks Harry off the zoom call.

Then the guys to discuss NHL to make and miss the playoff odds as Brother Bri likes the Predators (-110) to make it and Harry not only likes the Arizona Coyotes (-110) to make it but loves the food there which makes them an even better choice somehow.

Megan Nunez from "Makin’ Money with Megan" joins the show to discuss winning $10k in a NCAA tournament contest and her reasoning behind picking Baylor to cover in the national championship. Megan tells the guys how she got into gambling, the first bet that got her on this path and from Burrow to Brees- her Louisiana fandom.

Finally, the guys give their Sharp Tank picks as Brother Bri tries to convince Sal to go with his bet on the Marvin Vettori/Kevin Holland fight.

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Gonzaga/Baylor Recap, The Masters Betting Preview, NBA MVP Apr 06, 2021

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Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta are back to discuss the college basketball national championship as the guys were impressed by how Baylor dominated Gonzaga. While the guys did well betting on the game, Harry still managed to have a bet-ache as Harry was done in by Harry.

Then it’s a massive Masters preview as the guys preview one of their favorite tournaments of the year. The Parlay Kid looks to continue his hot golf streak with Collin Morikawa (29-1), while Brother Bri thinks the birth of his boy could bring Jon Rahm luck. Harry likes Justin Thomas at 11-1 and Sal is going with Patrick Reed.

Then the guys look at other Masters bets including who will miss the cut, best tournament props and more. Sal has a new pet peeve of Harry’s that is driving him crazy involving putting the odds first.

Finally, the guys make their Sharp Tank and discuss the latest NBA MVP odds and if anyone can beat Nikola Jokic.

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Final Four, Metta World Peace, and Opening Day Apr 02, 2021

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It’s baseball Opening Day and the Parlay Kid already has issues with this season as he laments about the extra inning gimmick and playing in cold weather cities this early. Plus, Brother Bri threatens to be done with betting on baseball after one day (02:00).

Then Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta break down the Final Four as they make their picks and Harry likes one game to go under and one game to go over. Plus, player prop bets including the tournament’s outstanding player and why Sal always thinks the announcement of MVP or MOP is a nerve-racking gambling moment (09:30).

Metta World Peace joins to discuss being pranked repeatedly by Cousin Sal on Jimmy Kimmel Live and why he hasn’t officially retired yet from the NBA. Metta blames Church’s Chicken on why his St. John’s team came up just short of beating Ohio State and going to the Final Four which leads to a discussion of which fast food chain has the best chicken sandwiches. Metta has a hot take on who wins (33:15).

Then the guys discuss the NBA, Metta thinks while James Harden might be the best player in the NBA right now, the Lakers getting Andre Drummond is huge. Plus, Metta discusses what he likes and doesn’t like about Kevin Durant responding to trolls on Twitter including Michael Rapaport. Metta also talks about playing in China and gives Harry advice on how to bet Chinese Basketball and the time Yao Ming ate a whole bucket of chicken. Finally, Metta talks about his latest project X versus X and random people challenging him to play one on one including the one time someone touched him and wanted to size up against him. (44:00)

Finally, the Degenerate Trifecta give their Sharp Tank picks as they cover the men’s and women’s Final Four, plus the Parlay Kid goes back to a golf bet (54:00).

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Mega Baseball Preview: MLB Futures with Jen Piacenti and Card Wars with Paul Lo Duca and Caleb Keller Mar 30, 2021

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Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta are back to discuss a wild few days in the NCAA tournament (02:00). Harry has been hot betting on college basketball; unfortunately, he hasn’t on all the other sports (07:45).

Jen Piacenti joins the show to discuss this season’s baseball futures bets including wins totals, divisions winners, to make playoffs, individual players to win statistical categories and World Series predictions- including the possibility of another Subway Series in October (18:15).

Then Paul Lo Duca and Caleb Keller join to discuss their new podcast Card Wars; Cousin Sal will be giving them $10,000 each to collect and try to turn a profit in sports cards over the next 12 weeks (01:08:45).

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Steve Lavin, Sunday Sweet Sixteen Matchups, Harry’s Favorite Chicken Sandwich Mar 26, 2021

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After the Penguins beat them again, is betting against the Buffalo Sabers the best bet in all of sports (02:00)? Cousin Sal and the Degenerate Trifecta break down the underwhelming NBA trade deadline and how it affects future odds (03:00). Then it’s a preview of Sunday’s Sweet 16 games as Creighton looks to stop Gonzaga, Alabama/UCLA, Michigan/Florida State and USC/Oregon. Plus, best value bets to win the Final Four (07:30).

Then former UCLA and St. John’s head coach Steve Lavin joins to discuss the unpredictability of this year’s tournament so far and which teams could pose the most problems to Gonzaga. Coach Lavin explains why he is impressed with what Mick Cronin has done at UCLA and why the Big 10 struggled in the tournament. The Parlay Kid asks what it will take to bring St. John’s back to national prominence and then Harry asks the same question Coach Lavin already answered ten minutes previously (26:30).

Finally, the guys make their Sharp Tank picks and Harry crowns a new best fast food chicken sandwich (54:30).

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Sweet Sixteen Matchups, NBA MVP/ROY, Cinderella Tuition Challenge Update Mar 23, 2021

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Harry attempts to try to explain how the new NCAA tournament television schedule plays into gambling, only for it to end in more confusion. The Degenerate Trifecta Cinderella Tuition Challenge goes 0-3!

The guys discuss their Bet-Aches and wrap up an upset filled first two rounds of the NCAA tournament (09:00). Then they look forward to Saturday’s Sweet Sixteen matchups as Loyola-Chicago (6.5) is now a favorite against Oregon State as well as the comparisons between Cameron Krutwig and Harry’s brother. Baylor (6.5)/Villanova, Arkansas (11.5)/Oral Roberts and The Parlay Kid breaks down how he would break down Syracuse’s zone defense and why Houston (6.5) will beat Harry’s Orangemen (17:45).

Then as Lebron James suffers an injury, the Parlay Kid makes a case for Damian Lillard (11-1) for MVP, while the rest of the guys see a way for James Harden and Giannis to possibly win. Then with LaMelo Ball’s potential season ending injury, does he still deserve Rookie of the Year? Cousin Sal thinks there should be a minimum amount of games played to win an award (42:30).

Finally, Cousin Sal has a tough time making his Sharp Tank pick as the guys make their case to pick their bet (58:00).

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