Well Played

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Ciara and Russ Address Baby No. 5, LeBron and Bronny Go Freaky Friday, and Timothée and Adam Ball Out Nov 19, 2025

Show notes

Since at least late 2024, Russell Wilson has left thirsty comments on his wife Ciara’s Instagram posts asking for baby number five – aka, “Cinco.” Blake and Caroline join Ciara in her public plea to give her uterus a break. In other ick-worthy news, Sky Sports addressed the patronizing launch of their women-centric sports TikTok account, “Halo”. Matcha lattes and hot girl walks not included – thank God.

In this episode, we also cover:

How LeBron and Bronny body swapped, “Freaky Friday” style

The case for why Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green needs therapy

NFL week 12 highlights, including the Bills bouncing back, the return of spitgate, and the Chiefs dynasty…ending?

The Knicks ultra fan who used his visit to the Vatican to give Pope Leo a custom jersey

Jordyn Woods’s heartfelt gift for Karl Anthony Towns’ 30th birthday

Why Adam Sandler and Timothée Chalamet were at a high school gym together

SEND IT:

Jordyn Woods x KAT’s 30th birthday: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRGb3TiDQut/?img_index=1

Pope Leo gets his Knicks jersey: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRFILiOjIj8/?hl=en

Adam and Timmy ball out: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRLBtYvkS0S/?img_index=1

OTHER STUFF TO KNOW:

We will be at the NWSL Championships this weekend! Join us for a LIVE recording of Well Played on Saturday at 2 PM at the lot at creekside 140 S. Montgomery Street.

ICYMI, our interview with Gotham FC’s Jaedyn Shaw: https://youtu.be/zriAtGJiXzA?si=sdr015p-ZC0YE--p&t=2066

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Joe Burrow's Crystal Collection, Dua Lipa's Soccer Club, and Prince Harry's Apology ft. Gotham's Jaedyn Shaw Nov 12, 2025

Show notes

Bengals fans, rejoice. The streets are saying Joe Burrow will return by Thanksgiving after healing his turf toe. Shocked he’s already making a comeback? Us too. Blake and Caroline suspect it’s all thanks to an Etsy witch – with a side of Joe’s crystal collection. Meanwhile, Dua Lipa spends a sporty day off.

In this episode, we also cover:

Why Prince Harry issued an apology to Canadians post-World Series
Dak Prescott’s heartfelt speech surrounding the death of Cowboys defensive end, Marshawn Kneeland
Which swatch of red lipstick Daniel Jones wore during the Colts game
Why Jaedyn Shaw shut down the “underdog” comments surrounding Gotham FC
Serena Williams and Ciara break it down – and which one of them couldn’t get back up

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The Beckhams Go Royal, the Kraft and Cardi Party, and the IRL Pink Pony Club Nov 05, 2025

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David and Victoria Beckham graduated from “Mr. and Mrs.” to “Sir and Lady” after the soccer legend was knighted for his service in sport and charity. It was a decade-long process – and apparently included some expletive-filled emails when he got passed over years ago. The family gathered to celebrate, but we couldn’t help but notice one noticeably absent Beckham. Meanwhile, Simone Biles shared a “get unready with me” TikTok we didn’t know we needed full of cultural confessions. Simone, if you’re reading this: it would be our honor to show you how to use a dishwasher.

In this week’s episode, we also discuss:

Caroline’s crash out over the Jets trade of Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams
Hellen Obiri breaking the NYC Marathon course record – and her parents adorable reaction
Clayton Kershaw’s dad bod on full display, plus whether Shohei Ohtani is secretly fluent in English
What we want out of the next Cardi B and Robert Kraft sighting
Joe Burrow’s Halloween costume that had us asking…why so serious?

Send Its:

Cardi B and Kraft are suite-side besties: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQkokwUgEBU/?igsh=MThyaHZyY3F6bmNzbA==
Simone Biles’ “get unready with me” confessions: https://www.tiktok.com/@simonebilesowens/video/7566672113323560222?lang=en
Chappell Roan at the National Horse Show: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQf0kTcDv_t/
Miley Stewart isn’t Hannah Montana…Cam Dicker is: https://www.tiktok.com/@chargers/video/7567119748417195295?lang=en
Ms. Terry (aka Nick Saban’s wife) is all of us: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQnRrDjDrxA/

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Bieber Balls Out, a Taylor Touchdown Celly, and College Football’s Firing Boom Oct 29, 2025

Show notes

It was a big week in basketball news. Justin Bieber played in a rec league designed for “CEOs, VIPs, and people from all walks of life” (you may raise your eyebrows) while the NBA faces two scandals of its own. One deals with illegal sports betting and rigged poker games. The other? Jaylen Brown’s hairline. Also: Blake and Caroline surprise each other with sporty Halloween costumes for the pod, so watching on YouTube or Spotify is a must this week.

In this week’s episode, we also discuss:

The moment we became Justin Fields stans

A World Series game so crazy, Blake and Caroline are even intrigued

U.S. Soccer’s work to support pregnant and post-partum players on the USWNT

Why getting fired as a college football coach is almost as lucrative as being an active one

How to watch the NWSL Decision Day games this coming Sunday

Send Its:

The Lions fan who welcomed a new member into the fandom: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQPezPlgcIC/?img_index=2&igsh=NHU0NWI4ajRuYW14

Panthers players got us feeling old: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQKT1fSkRJC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

The A’ja Wilson effect on Bam Adebayo’s game: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQO_avMga6L/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Travis Kelce hits the “The Fate of Ophelia” touchdown celly: https://www.tiktok.com/@courtneymarycrain/video/7566093931478273335

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Simone’s First Flip Back, Sho-Time at the Series, and the Gross Trend in Women’s Sports Betting Oct 22, 2025

Show notes

Shohei Ohtani showed us why he’s Him while the uncs of the NFL faced off in Thursday Night Football. Vintage Joe Flacco and Aaron Rodgers game to play, which left fans with a 2010s sense of whimsy. Simpler times. Meanwhile, Simone Biles flipped for the first time since getting her new cherries (IYKYK) and NFL WAGs Kylie Kelce and Olivia Culpo got clear on two things: 1) men need to stop saying “we’re pregnant” when expecting a baby and 2) that becoming a mom will probably give you an identity crisis – and that’s OK.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

Drake Maye putting up Tom Brady-esque numbers

Which WNBA star is Dallas Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb’s good luck charm

Why Mike Vrabel always addresses women first in press conferences

Whether Joe Burrow is emo or dressing up as Conrad Fischer from “The Summer I Turned Pretty” for Halloween

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Send Its:

Bridget Condon of NFL Network shows us moms really can do it all: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPym4v0jlJj/?igsh=YmdkNzFkaW9yNjM4

Simone Biles debuts her first flip in a year: https://people.com/simone-biles-alludes-to-new-boob-job-11830995

80-year-old Natalie Grabow makes us feel like we can do anything: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/J-S3Hd9frrw

Maya Rudolph shares hot take on athletes on SNL: https://www.tiktok.com/@nglwithkylie/video/7561980555223436575

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Timmy Takes Kylie to the Ballgame, Women Track Stars Get their Purse, and Frat Bros Run the Giants Oct 15, 2025

Show notes

Thursday night was tough for the city of Brotherly love. The Eagles, Phillies, and Flyers fell to their foes. Giants rookies Cam Skattebo and Jaxson Dart – aka the frat bros running the Giants – showed Jalen Hurts and friends who’s boss. Meanwhile, we learned the solution to the so-called male loneliness epidemic: gather hundreds of male sports fans, let them take their shirts off, and swing in unison. Turns out camaraderie might just be the secret sauce.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

Which Olympian recognized us at ATHLOS, the women’s only track-and-field invitational (yes, this is a brag)
Whether Baker Mayfield is Him, aka: MVP
Why Phoenix Mercury fans actually stayed after the WNBA Finals (hint: it has nothing to do with good sportsmanship
Our favorite Send Its of the week, including the Colts cheerleaders winning our hearts, the Parent Trap nostalgia on DWTS, and the star-studded Lakers pre-season hype video

Send Its:

Lakers pre-season hype video: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/46533657/los-angeles-lakers-natalia-bryant-preseason-hype-video
Colts cheerleaders win us over: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPuHdh4ARBU/ / https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPlw-b8jZje/
Timmy takes Kylie to the ball game: https://people.com/timothee-chalamet-kylie-jenner-step-out-at-yankees-game-day-after-revealed-new-shaved-head-11827077
Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter reenact our favorite Parent Trap scene: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPrNR41ke8Q/

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Hockey (Smut)’s New Fans, Wide Receiver Divas, and Travis’ Wood with Gisele Thompson Oct 08, 2025

Show notes

WARNING: This episode may contain references to Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl.” Actually – it definitely will. You’re welcome, Swifties (Caroline). Sorry skeptics (Blake). The NFL’s week 5 delivered on upsets, which has some analysts saying that Drake Maye has arrived, Trevor Lawrence can’t fumble, and Jalen Hurts’ offense needs help. It’s us. We’re analysts.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

A Caroline-approved haiku about week 5, written by Blake
AJ Brown not beating the wide-receiver diva allegations
How Cathy Engelbert responded to Napheesa Collier’s scorched-Earth presser
Dissecting the hate Ayesha Curry received for her Call Her Daddy interview
How Gisele Thompson really feels about playing without her sister + former teammate, Alyssa Thompson

Send Its:

Reese Witherspoon gives advice to highdiver Molly Carlson: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPUGhmvDdKW/
CeeDee Lamb is…daddy?: https://www.tiktok.com/@flockcarter/video/7557773703849823518
Jerry Jones apparently flips the bird at Jets fans: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcthGgjP_3/?img_index=1&igsh=d3N0amcyMTdnOGQ
Isaac Rochelle references (almost) every track from “The Life of a Show Girl”: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPckmk8kQL5/?igsh=Y3Zveng1d2ZpcDRo

Gisele’s IG: @giselethomp

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Napheesa Comes for Cathy, the NFL’s Turf Curse, and Micah Parsons Plays His Ex Oct 02, 2025

Show notes

Napheesa Collier went scorched earth. In her season exit interview, she publicly called out Cathy Engelbert and WNBA leadership for their lack of accountability around some of the most pressing issues facing players. Blake and Caroline break down the WNBA drama from last week, starting with Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve’s $15,000 fine and suspension to Collier’s mic-drop moment. With the CBA deadline coming up at the end of the month, time will tell how her statement will affect negotiations – and the future of the league.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

Why Odell Beckham Jr. called MetLife “DeathLife” after Malik Nabers’ ACL tear
A passionate monologue from Caroline on why ties need to be banned in pro-sports
Micah Parson’s feelings about his non-refundable field-level suite at Cowboys stadium
Team Europe’s reaction to the harassment Rory McIlroy’s wife faced at the Ryder Cup
Smelling salts: Y/N (Aaron Rodgers says yes)

Send Its:

SMU volleyballer Natalia Newsome’s 40-inch vertical: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/p/DPEcz5DjTDz/?img_index=1&igsh=MTNlNTEzZHp2cXp3Ng==⁠
Detroit Lions endzone celly: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/p/DPJuV-WEU9G/⁠
Angel City FC’s Claire Emslie proving women can do anything: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/p/DPJuV-WEU9G/?hl=en⁠
RIP to a real one, Roscoe Hamilton: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMB7EUDGID/?hl=en⁠

Caroline’s IG: ⁠@cghendy⁠

Blake’s IG: ⁠@blaaakkkke⁠

theSkimm’s IG: ⁠@theskimm⁠

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Olivia Culpo’s Post-Baby Bod Talk, Cardi B’s WAG Debut, and Why Golf’s for the Girls with Amanda Balionis Sep 24, 2025

Show notes

Anna Hall. Simone Biles. Olivia Culpo. The WAGs are defrosting – and we didn’t know how badly we needed it. Simone served sideline looks with her custom Jonathan Owens gear while Olivia got real on her post-baby bod. In other barely sports news, the cast of Bring It On brought it back with a reunion that might have you feeling old. Don’t worry, us too.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

How much you’d have to pay to run like Harry Styles
A’ja Wilson’s reaction to Bam Adebayo giving her the MVP trophy
How UCF trolled UNC à la Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson
Why Serena Williams, Chloe Kim, and Nelly Korda are influencing our next athleisure purchase

Send Its:

Skims x Nike ad featuring our fave women athletes: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO58Q6hDiW7/
Josh Hart’s unintentional NYFW walk: https://people.com/knicks-star-josh-hart-on-runway-help-2-year-old-twins-model-11813710
Devonta Smith is MVP in this Eagles’ fans life: https://6abc.com/post/eagles-wr-devonta-smith-fianc-surprise-fan-battling-cancer-autographed-jersey/17836647/
Bring It On reunion: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6rbelEiLK/?img_index=1

Amanda’s IG: @balionis

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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Joe Burrow’s Turf Toe, Carlie’s Colts Kill It, and Taylor Makes an Entrance with Ali Krieger Sep 17, 2025

Show notes

We’re pouring one out for the Bengals’ Joey B, who’s out for the next three months recovering from turf toe. Blake begs the question: why couldn’t it be a sexier injury? Elsewhere in the midwest, the Colts are killing it for the first time in *checks watch* a long time. Some say it’s thanks to the new QB on the block, Daniel “Indiana” Jones. Our verdict? It’s thanks to Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who’s been prepping her whole life for this. Plus, we catch up with former USWNT member, Ali Krieger, about life post-retirement and what cross-sport solidarity means for the future of women’s sports.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

One detail Travis shared about his proposal to Taylor
Why fans think Shaun White and Nina Dobrev ended their engagement
Where Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper watched the Eagles game this week
How Jennifer Hudson played a role in Paige Bueckers learning about her ROTY status

Send Its:

Ali Krieger’s IG: @alikrieger

Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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