The Good, Bad & Ugly Of The First Half Of The NFL Season. Is Georgia & Miami OUT Of The CF Playoff? Interested In NBA Cup? What’s Wrong With The Bucks? Any Other Suitors For Soto?

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Ready, set, go as I’m flying out of the gate capturing all that’s happened and what to possibly expect throughout the sports universe as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(6:36) I’d be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge the soldiers, servicemen and women in our country, fighting for our nation and protecting our freedom here on this Veteran’s Day.

(7:01) We’re now ten weeks into the NFL season, finally past the halfway mark. I’ll express the good, bad and ugly of what has transpired over the first two plus months of the year. Has it been a season to remember at this point? I’ll recap all of the action of the weekend, including a big Steelers win in Washington. The Lions getting out of Houston alive with a victory. And the Chiefs are still unbeaten.

(34:22) College football continues to surprise as there were more upsets on Saturday. Did Georgia take a severe hit to their playoff chances losing at Ole Miss? What about Miami upended at Georgia Tech? You know LSU is out after suffering a blowout defeat at home vs. Alabama. And BYU survives after a controversial call to stay unbeaten and in the mix to qualify for the 12 team playoff next month. How will the committee dissect this after Saturday’s games?

(46:13) Don’t look now, but the NBA In Season Tournament begins tomorrow! Will yours truly get wrapped up over the next month with the culmination in Las Vegas? What has gone on with the Milwaukee Bucks? The free fall continues, but this falls on one person as to why they’re a far cry from the championship level team of a few years ago. I’ll check on what else is going on in the Association before pivoting to…

(58:02)…the latest on the ice. The Winnipeg Jets have set an NHL record for the best start to a season ever. They’re on pace for 77 wins. Can they keep this up? Alex Ovechkin scored two more goals to leave him 32 away from surpassing The Great One all time in the history of the sport. I’ll peek on how other teams are faring after the first month of the season.

(1:03:40) The MLB hot stove has cooled off a bit. Although there is one glaring question surrounding the most coveted free agent, Juan Soto. Are there any other teams besides the Yankees & Mets that will entertain discussions with the slugging outfielder? Plus, a new manager surfaces in Miami and a familiar one comes back in The Bronx, but is a lame duck heading into 2025.

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Mets Magic, Dodgers-Padres Civil War, Guardians Title Worthy? Yanks Unimpressive As LDS Begins. Jets, Niners & Bengals In Trouble? ‘Bama Leads Upset College Saturday. 2024 NHL Preview

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I’m about to handle my business and may get a little personal because of what has transpired over the last few days and what’s to come as I roll up my sleeves and share all of the feels in the world of sports as the latest podcast has arrived. On deck:

(6:33) After a brief mention of a Cowboys-Steelers matchup that lasted until 1:00am, the hunt for Red October in baseball shifts to a Division Series as the top two seeds are introduced in the AL & NL. First, I have to unpack how the Mets have gotten here. Where does Game 3 in Milwaukee rank in Met history after Pete Alonso’s heroics in the 9th inning? What about their Game 1 comeback of the LDS? And doing it again in Game 2 before losing? There is an issue regarding the magic that this team produced, which I’ll be sure to dissect as they come home with a chance to wrap up the series at Citi Field. There’s an all out battle on the West Coast. The Dodgers win Game 1 behind Shohei Ohtani’s game tying home run early in the contest. The Padres answer with a 10-2 win in Game 2, becoming testy with some of the Padres players and the fans in the stands. How much pressure are the Dodgers to win this series? The Guardians show up and tame the Tigers in their first game. Can they go deep into October and make a run for the title? Then the Yankees had to eke out a win in unimpressive fashion vs. Kansas City. I’ll get the full 30,000 foot view to date of what has taken place and see what lies ahead as we get into the middle of the week. Also, Terry Francona surprised the baseball world as he’s returning from a one year retirement to become the manager of the Cincinnati Reds.

(32:45) There are three teams that are facing a crossroads of their NFL season. The Jets lose over in London to fall to 2-3. The 49ers had no business losing at home to Arizona, but also fall a game under .500. And the Bengals could be over and out after squandering a 10 point lead in the 4th quarter to the Ravens, as their record stands at 1-4. Will these teams dig out of their respective holes to qualify for the playoffs in January? Of course, I’ll get into all of the craziness yesterday throughout the league, including my beloved Steelers whose defense were unable to answer Dak Prescott in the closing minutes of a gut punch of a loss against the Cowboys. And a belated farewell to Mercury Morris, the former Dolphin running back of the undefeated team back in 1972, who died a couple of weeks ago at the age of 77.

(57:25) If you thought the NFL had a crazy Sunday, college football said, I’ve got something for you. There were five major upsets in the sport, headlined by #1 Alabama losing to Vanderbilt. You also had #9 Missouri get whacked by #25 Texas A&M. Arkansas topping #4 Tennessee. #10 Michigan losing a championship rematch in Washington to the Huskies and USC gets stymied by Minnesota. What do these losses mean in the grand scheme of college football playoff things?

(1:05:27) The puck has already dropped on the NHL season with two games that the New Jersey Devils won in Prague vs. the Buffalo Sabres, but I’ll unpack the top storylines, over/under point totals, surprises, disappointments and a Stanley Cup Final prediction as the curtain will raise in earnest tomorrow night.

(1:24:21) Alex Pereira retained his light heavyweight title at UFC 307 in a tussle that turned out to be more than what it was, stopping Khalil Rountree in the fourth round on Saturday night.

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Shocking Losses. Surprise 2-0, 0-2 Starts Highlight NFL Week 2. Georgia Survives At Kentucky. Mets Face Challenge For NL Wild Card. Yanks AL East Champs? Canelo Rises Again

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(6:50) The podcast is on the cusp of a milestone. The 500th episode is forthcoming next Monday as the countdown has begun towards that achievement.

(7:14) After briefly touching on the Mets chase to secure the final Wild Card spot in the National League, the NFL is in pole position as Week 2 comes to a close. I’ll highlight the shocking outcomes of yesterday’s games (i.e. losses by Detroit, Dallas & San Francisco), which leads to who’s the surprising 2-0 teams (Tampa Bay, New Orleans, Minnesota, to name a few) On the flip side, who have shocked the early part of the schedule with an 0-2 start (Baltimore, Cincinnati, Jacksonville & LA Rams). I’ll recap all that took place throughout the sport and peek into tonight’s matchup between Atlanta vs. Philadelphia.

(44:26) Georgia got out of Dodge with a scratching, clawing, fighting to the bitter 13-12 win at Kentucky. Was this a good thing? Or one to be concerned about? Texas unveiled highly touted prospect, Arch Manning. (If you don’t know, you’ll have to tune in) with QB Quinn Ewers leaving with an oblique injury. He only put up five total TD’s in a cakewalk of a win vs. UTSA. You had LSU depart Columbia with a last minute win at South Carolina. Besides that, there were slim pickings on the collegiate level.

(52:52) MLB is down to the final couple of the weeks of the season. After a rough back two games in Philadelphia for the Mets, can they make it to Atlanta next Tuesday even in the NL wild card chase. I’ll keep you up to date on what’s happening in the AL wild card as well. Also, are the Yankees a shoo in to clinch the AL East? What about the health of Dodgers pitcher, Tyler Glasnow as he may be done for the year with a nagging elbow injury?

(1:10:08) Training camp opens up in the NHL on Thursday. I have a couple of newsworthy items (A key defenseman out for New Jersey. Seattle extends defenseman Adam Larsson. And the untimely death of former tough guy, Stephen Peat.

(1:12:58) Canelo Alvarez retains his super middleweight title by easily beating Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas Saturday night. As for UFC, Merab Dvalishvili handily beats Sean O’Malley in a decisive victory for the bantamweight title.

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Sky Is Falling NFL Week 1 Overreactions! Goodell: 16 NFL Int’l Games?! Texas Title Worthy? While Michigan & ND Flop! Status Quo MLB Pennant Races. Sinner Wins Open Amid Controversy

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I’ve got my sleeves rolled up, ready to unleash the inner sports beast as I have plenty to say over the course of the next hour plus as the latest episode is here. On deck:

(6:48) NFL Week 1 was all that, a bag of chips and a six pack of your favorite beer. You have 15 cities that is dreaming of a trip to the Super Bowl and 15 others that think the sky is falling and that their season is over. There are four places that have expectations, but disappointed their fan base (i.e. Falcons, Browns, Bengals & Giants) due to their lack of execution and flat play. I’ll highlight each team, go through all of the games this weekend. On top of unpacking Dak Prescott’s the richest player in NFL history, Lamar Jackson’s play in the opener against KC, the Ravens predictability on offense, Roger Goodell wanting SIXTEEN international games and Kendrick Lamar’s your Super Bowl Halftime performer. How do you think his adversary, Drake feels about this?

(45:58) There were two loud booms in a rather quiet college football Week 2. Texas went into the Big House to play the defending champion Michigan as took them to the back of the woodshed, winning 31-12. Is Texas a threat to be a champion before the end of the year? Will Michigan bounce back from his hangover? What happened to Notre Dame? They were a 28.5 point favorite vs. Northern Illinois only to lose in the final seconds 16-14. Does this loss bode well for the Fightin’ Irish? Or one that may be tough to overcome in the long run?

(53:20) We’re down to the final three weeks of the MLB season. Things are status quo as there are only two races worth discussing. The AL East between the Yankees-Orioles and the final NL Wild Card spot with the Braves-Mets.

(58:56) The US Open concluded yesterday as the tennis year went out in a whimper as Jannik Sinner won his first Open title, amid controversy surrounding two recent failed drug tests. And Aryna Sabalenka overcomes a loss to Coco Gauff in the final last year to beat Jessica Pegula for her initial Open win.

(1:04:21) I’ll wrap up with some NBA news as Nuggets guard, Jamal Murray gets a max contract.

(1:05:34) And two retirements in the NHL by the Staal brothers (i.e. Eric & Marc) as they combined for 35 years in the league and move on to the next phase of their respective lives.

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A Chiefs 3-Peat Leads Storylines, Surprises, Disappointments, Over/Unders, KO Pick & Super Bowl Winner In The 2024 NFL Preview

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Please join me as I’ll have a complete analysis of the upcoming 2024 campaign filled with plenty of storylines (I.e. A possible Chiefs 3-peat, Lamar Jackson’s Super Bowl mission, Aaron Rodgers/Jets expectations, last stand for Dak Prescott & Mike McCarthy in Dallas, to name a few) I’ll breakdown all of the divisions, my surprise and disappointment teams in the league, over/under win totals, a knockout pool pick for Week 1 and who’ll face off in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans come February. If you’re looking to tap in on everything to what the NFL will have to offer, you’ve come to the right place.

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Madness Takeaways: Big East Snubs, UCONN’s Tough Bracket & Purdue’s Easy Path. Steelers Shock With Pickett & Fields Trades. MLB In Korea. Game Clock Issues In LA?

Spring is officially arriving tomorrow, but right now is the latest podcast detailing ALL that’s happening in the sports universe. On deck:

(4:16) We can finally usher out the Sports Dead Zone, Part 1 (at least until summer) and begin a huge stretch of sports talk over the next few months. Jump starting that is the Madness of March. The NCAA Tournament tips off tomorrow night with the First Four, and in earnest, on Thursday with the first of two days of college basketball from 12 noon to 1:00am. I’ll discuss the top three storylines of the selection process (Mountain West over Big East), UCONN’s tough bracket to defend their title. And Purdue’s cakewalk to a Final Four, considering how their bracket unfolded. I’ll get into the whole bracket on Thursday’s pod, so this is the appetizer to set you up for the main course later in the week. I’ll take a peek at how I was disappointed of the selection committee on the women’s side, where they have Iowa and LSU in the same bracket and not different brackets.

(24:36) What has gone on in Pittsburgh this offseason? It’s almost as if the Steelers have had an identity shift. I say that because just the past few days alone, they traded their former #1 pick Kenny Pickett to the Eagles. Then surprised me in acquiring Justin Fields of the Bears for what? A sixth round pick? I’ll unpack all of what GM Omar Khan has done to date and assess how this was a change from the front office that even their biggest fans didn’t expect? I’ll discuss what the Vikings did by picking up another first round pick (via Houston) Some other key signings/trades that transpired. And the retirement of Rams DT Aaron Donald, who called it a career on Friday after ten years in STL & LA.

(41:43) As much as we’re looking forward for the baseball season to start next Thursday, it actually starts on Wednesday. That’s right! The Dodgers-Padres will kick off 2024 in Korea for two games. Am I cool with MLB throwing out the first pitch outside of American soil? The Yankees dodged a potential catastrophe to their starting rotation regarding the health to Cy Young ace Gerrit Cole, but do they still look for reinforcements since the aforementioned will be out for at least a month? Then Mets owner, Steve Cohen, addressed the media to announce that 1B Pete Alonso will likely not be signed before Opening Day. YOU KNOW that I have something to say about that with the season starting in ten days.

(52:27) The Association is rather low key, despite a wild and inexplicable final two minutes of the Warriors-Lakers game because of game clock and shot clock malfunctions as the Dubs won in LA. Speaking of LA, the Clippers have hit the skids, losing 4 of 5 and not having an identity, as stated by Paul George. What’s going on there? I’ll see where we’re at throughout the league with the latest in the standings as we’re about a month away from the conclusion of the NBA season.

(59:30) Besides my Islanders going through a bad stretch of late, falling out of the Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference (albeit a point in the standings as of this moment), the NHL is status quo as I’ll take a trip around the ice as they head into the homestretch.

(1:03:23) With The Masters teeing up three weeks from this coming Thursday, the TPC at Sawgrass took place over the weekend. Scottie Scheffler is the first player ever to win back to back as he shot -20 and a 64 in the final round as he’s primed for another run as the top golfer on the tour. NOTE: I mentioned that Scheffler won the Masters last year. It was in 2022. Jon Rahm won last year. My apologies for the error.

(1:04:57) Although it’s not a Grand Slam in the world of tennis, the winners at Indian Wells were Iga Swiatek on the women’s side and Carlos Alcaraz (who stopped Jannik Sinner’s 19 match consecutive streak) captured the men’s title as both winners look to build on their victories with the French Open two months away.

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Tale Of NFL/MLB Free Agency: Cousins Jackpot. Snell/Montgomery NOT. Yanks Await Cole’s Fate. A Kansas Collapse. Kawhi Injury On High Alert. Matt Rempe’s Suspension & Expansion In ATL?

The ides of March are here. Daylight extends past 7pm. Spring is officially five days away. What could be better than that? Yes. Another podcast with yours truly unpacking all that’s happening in the world of sports. On deck:

(4:14) NFL free agency came in roaring like a lion as there was plenty of activity over the past few days, highlighted by the Atlanta Falcons huge signing of QB Kirk Cousins. He got a four year/$180 million dollar deal, which begs the question. Does he really deserve it, coming off an Achilles injury at the age of 36? Then Saquon Barkley takes his talents to Philadelphia which will ratchet up the rivalry between his former team (NY Giants) and his current one. The Baltimore Ravens may have secured the final piece to their Super Bowl puzzle by inking Derrick Henry to a two year deal. What does this mean for Lamar Jackson & co. I’ll go through all of the top deals that took place since Monday as the NFL is front and center to kick us off on the podcast.

(26:11) On the other side of the coin, MLB hasn’t figured out its free agency period as there are TWO top pitchers unsigned (Blake Snell & Jordan Montgomery) now that we’re two weeks away from Opening Day. That ties into what the Yankees may have to decide with the possibility of having to shut down their ace, Gerrit Cole, for an apparent elbow issue. What does this mean for the Bombers if Cole is going to be on the shelf for half a season or the entire year? Plus, the Brewers got bad news as their closer, Devin Williams, will be out for three months due to stress fractures in his back.

(39:00) With conference championship week in full bloom when it comes to college basketball, the Kansas Jayhawks have fallen on hard times as they lost to Cincinnati last night. They’re 22-10 this year. Is this team at the bubble of making/missing the tournament? Will Michigan State, who’s on the bubble, make it to March Madness? And a note for the selection committee on the women’s game. Please have Iowa, South Carolina and LSU in three separate regions, if you want to avoid any criticism from people like myself and beyond.

(46:20) Clippers forward, Kawhi Leonard is hurt (back) and will be out for quite some time. How crucial is this loss during the regular season if he’s not going to be in the lineup? I’ll see what else is happening on the hardwood as we get to the homestretch with the playoffs awaiting a month or so from now.

(51:39) As for the NHL, Rangers tough guy Matt Rempe received a four game suspension for an elbow on a New Jersey Devils player Monday night. Was it too harsh for a first time offense? The Canucks will be without their top goaltender, Thatcher Demko, with a knee injury as they try to secure the #1 seed out West. And why is the city of Atlanta looking for another expansion team as they’ve failed two times previously?

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Raven Domination, But Beware! Controversy In Dallas. Are The Eagles Done? Michigan Pressure/Washington High Flying Offense In CF Playoff. Pistons Halt Record Streak. Braves Gamble On Sale

It's a NEW YEAR! There's lots of promise, excitement and a renewed sense of faith as yours truly has big plans for the upcoming year when it comes to the podcast, as I deliver the very first one on the first day of 2024. On deck:

(3:03) A new year has arrived as I'm excited about where the podcast is going and what it will have to offer in 2024. You'll have to keep your fingers on the pulse and stay tuned to find out what to expect here as I've got a lot coming up the pike, especially during this first quarter of the year. So you won't want to miss out on this news.

(5:13) With just one week to go in the regular season, the Baltimore Ravens are showing the rest of the NFL that they could be the team to beat when it's all said and done. They destroyed the Miami Dolphins in a 56-19 drubbing yesterday at home. Is this team on the fast track to winning a Super Bowl? On the flip side, I'll discuss how the Dolphins have fallen pretty far from being a top team in the league, but now have to fight tooth and nail to win a division come Sunday vs. the Bills. There was some big time controversy in Dallas on Saturday night as it looked like the Lions were going to walk out of AT&T Stadium with a big road win. Instead, a terrible call by the officials on the winning two-point conversion ended up being incomplete after a few tries as the Cowboys sweat out a one point win. What has happened to the Philadelphia Eagles? They were defeated by the Arizona Cardinals in what turned out to be a death knell for the Eagles. Can they rebound in time to have a long playoff run? I'll discuss my beloved Steelers chances to see if they can get one of the final playoff spots in the AFC. I'll go over all that went down in Week 17, unpack all of the playoff possibilities as we head into the final weekend of the NFL regular season.

(42:32) College football will have their last four game playoff as Alabama will face Michigan in the first game, where the nightcap will see Texas-Washington square off. I'll preview both games and who may possibly meet in the National Championship next Monday night in Houston.

(49:26) Break up the Detroit Pistons. They finally break a lengthy 28 game losing streak against the Raptors on Saturday night. Is it possible that they can avoid the worst NBA record during an 82 game regular season in history? There was a surprise trade as the Knicks & Raptors exchanged players with OG Anunoby going to NY and RJ Barrett & Immanuel Quickley moving North of the Border. I'll take a peek on what else has transpired in the Association over the weekend.

(56:22) Every January 1st, the NHL showcases the Winter Classic which'll be played in Seattle with the Vegas Golden Knights coming to T-Mobile Park. Is there a lot of interest from the casual or good sports fan? The Rangers have been hot in the Metropolitan Division as they're the first team to get to 50 points so far this season.

(58:12) The Atlanta Braves continue to procure talent this offseason, doing their best to keep pace with what the Dodgers have done to this point. They've acquired former Red Sox ace Chris Sale for INF Vaughn Grissom. Is this a huge risk with the oft-injured Sale over the past few years?

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Roll Tide! College Football Playoff Storylines. Loaded AFC, Week 12 Winners & Losers. MLB Armageddon Has Begun. Suns Peak at 18! Tiger's Return?

December is off to a tremendous sports start and here to share my thoughts, opinions and analysis of it all as Episode #227 is full of passion and fire that you won't hear anywhere else. On deck:

(5:40) The end of a very intriguing college football regular season came to a close where it's a movie that we've seen plenty over the years. The Alabama Crimson Tide are riding high from their dismantling of the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC Championship Game. What does this victory mean for this 'Bama team? What about the psyche of Georgia? I'll recap this game, Oklahoma State's brutal loss to Baylor, Michigan's thrashing of Iowa and Cincinnati keeping their unbeaten season alive as I'll showcase each of the Final Four teams storylines as we sit and wait for the college football playoff on New Year's Eve. Lastly, I'll chime in on some of the coaching changes that took place (i.e. USC, LSU & Oklahoma) and was it right for Lincoln Riley and Brian Kelly to leave their teams hanging for greener pastures?

(37:44) Week 13 in the NFL was, ehhhh! You had a couple of fantastic finishes in Detroit and Pittsburgh, but not a lot of shocks or surprises as I discuss my winners (Chargers & Lions) and losers (49ers & Broncos) of the week. I'll preview how important of a Monday night game it is for the Buffalo Bills as they face off vs. New England. I'll share my thoughts on a jam packed AFC as 12 teams are still alive in the playoff race. I'll get into how rabid yours truly gets when watching a Ravens-Steelers game and how that game came down to the wire. Of course, I'll look ahead into Week 14 as there are some good matchups on the schedule as we inch closer to the conclusion of the regular season.

(1:08:16) The MLB offseason has been put on ice as the collective bargaining agreement has expired. What now? What is the issue between the players and owners? Are the owners hypocrites for doling out huge deals to date, when they're trying to cut costs? I'll get into it all, even come up with a possible timeframe for when this should be done if they plan on getting next season started on time AND what does this mean for players like Freddie Freeman, Carlos Correa, Trevor Story, Kris Bryant who haven't signed as of yet?

(37:44) Week 13 in the NFL was, ehhhh! You had a couple of fantastic finishes in Detroit and Pittsburgh, but not a lot of shocks or surprises as I discuss my winners (Chargers & Lions) and losers (49ers & Broncos) of the week. I'll preview how important of a Monday night game it is for the Buffalo Bills as they face off vs. New England. I'll share my thoughts on a jam packed AFC as 12 teams are still alive in the playoff race. I'll get into how rabid yours truly gets when watching a Ravens-Steelers game and how that game came down to the wire. Of course, I'll look ahead into Week 14 as there are some good matchups on the schedule as we inch closer to the conclusion of the regular season.

(1:08:16) The MLB offseason has been put on ice as the collective bargaining agreement has expired. What now? What is the issue between the players and owners? Are the owners hypocrites for doling out huge deals to date, when they're trying to cut costs? I'll get into it all, even come up with a possible timeframe for when this should be done if they plan on getting next season started on time AND what does this mean for players like Freddie Freeman, Carlos Correa, Trevor Story, Kris Bryant who haven't signed as of yet?

(1:19:25) The Phoenix Suns were shining bright as they were able to pull off an 18 game winning streak. No NBA Finals hangover for Chris Paul & company. Can they continue to put the pressure and threaten the Warriors and get back to another Finals appearance? And what happened to the Oklahoma City Thunder? They lost by how many to a Ja Morant-less Memphis Grizzlies team? You know I've got a couple of things to say about this. There been a couple of key injuries (i.e. Damian Lillard & Bam Adebayo) to the Blazers and Heat. Also, have the Knicks started to bottom out after a 5-1 start?

(1:25:53) There's a new #1 in college basketball as Duke loses to Ohio State last week, so the Purdue Boilermakers step up to the top spot in a pretty topsy turvy start to the college basketball season.

(1:27:40) A couple of coaches have walked the plank in the NHL in Vancouver & Philadelphia. (i.e. Travis Green & Alain Vigneault) and the Islander losing streak (11) has reached new lows. Is it too late for them to dig out of this crater that they've caused?

(1:30:01) Tiger Woods was in the news as he had a press conference last week to discuss his recovery, how grateful he is and when can we see him back on the golf course?

(1:33:32) In closing, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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The JAYREELZ Podcast 2021 NFL Preview

Are you ready for some football? The 2021 NFL season is here! I'll tackle every angle possible that the league has to offer as I get you primed and amped up for another campaign! On deck:

(3:41) What are the major storylines heading into the season? Will COVID have a greater impact this year than last?

(17:29) I'll breakdown all of the divisions in the AFC & NFC as I choose my seven playoff teams in each conference.

(59:10) I'll share who are my surprise and disappointing teams in the league this year.

(1:02:09) I'll select six teams as my over/under win totals for the year.

(1:07:36) Last, but not least, my pick for who goes and wins Super Bowl LVI.

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Former NFL Safety Tyrone Carter On Why He Chose Going To A Big 10 School, The Aftermath Of Losing The '00 NFC Title Game, Winning Two Super Bowls, Thoughts On The NFL & More

A mid-week podcast means that a special guest is on the way. And this one delivers nothing but the truth in a candid, raw and open conversation with yours truly that will pique your interest from start to finish.

Former two time All American at the University of Minnesota and 11 year NFL veteran (of the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers) safety Tyrone Carter joins me as he shares his deepest thoughts on a new transition of power in our nation, his biggest influence on his path to the NFL, the motivation for choosing the U. of Minn over another Big 10 school, the disappointment of losing the NFC Championship Game as a Viking in his rookie season to the New York Giants, the reason behind what went wrong in Minnesota, playing for the Steelers winning two Super Bowls, the difference between Coach Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin, the ferocity of the Ravens-Steelers rivalry, his viewpoint about the NFL, his health in relation to concussions, what he’s up to today and so much more! We cover all of that and then some during this almost 90 minute exchanged that will have you not only entertained, but you’ll learn quite a bit about the league, how professional franchises are run, the power of family and most of all, the man himself! I hope you enjoy this discussion as much as I did. It was an honor and pleasure connecting with this two time champion!

This podcast comes with an ‘E’ for explicit, which is not intended for children due to adult language.

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Colts Conundrum, Ravens Revenge, Steelers Stinker & The Rest Of NFL Wild Card Weekend, 'Bama-Buckeye Preview, NBA Confronts COVID, Mets/Lindor: Series Bound? NHL Raises Curtain

Settling into the New Year while I dissect the sports universe as Episode 173 is ready for takeoff! On deck:

(3:23) Not the wildest of Wild Card weekends that the NFL was hoping for, but tons to delve into on the Colts unable to capitalize in Buffalo, the Rams ‘D’ thwart Russell Wilson and the Seahawks, Washington QB Taylor Heinecke upstages the Buccaneers victory. The Ravens get some payback, the Saints were slow, yet methodical in the second half vs. the Bears (also Nickolodeon, NFL? Really?) And the debacle in Pittsburgh as they dug themselves a big hole that they couldn’t get out of vs. the Browns. I’ll also take the temperature of the Steeler organization after another putrid home playoff performance. A State of the Union, if you will on their free agents, Big Ben close to the end? Coach Mike Tomlin’s postseason record and more, that any Steeler fan wouldn’t want to miss. Plus, my Divisional Round preview with predictions, coaching news and Deshaun Watson’s frustration in Houston.

(59:49) A preview of tonight’s National Title Game between Ohio State vs. Alabama. What will it take for the Buckeyes to upset the Crimson Tide? Also, an apology to Heisman Trophy winner, DeVonta Smith.

(1:02:51) The NBA confronting with coronavirus running through the league. Is there a possible pause to the season forthcoming? The Clippers latest collapse and LaMelo Ball’s record setting achievement.

(1:08:24) Breaking down the NCAA’s decision to keep the entire March Madness tournament in the state of Indiana.

(1:10:25) An NHL season begins on Wednesday with news on the realigned divisions being sponsored. A retirement from a Stanley Cup winning goaltender and a thought of who I feel will be in the Stanley Cup Final?

(1:17:15) The Mets trade for star infielder, Francisco Lindor. Does that make the Mets Series contenders? Is he the final piece to the puzzle? Kyle Schwarber finds a home and what happened in LA with the Angels and their former clubhouse attendant, providing doctored baseballs to opposing pitchers?

(1:24:07) Lastly, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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NFL 'Plows' Through First Half, WK 9 Winners & Losers, NFC Log Jam. Clemson Dropped From Top Spot. An 'Ominous' Masters Preview, Mets Cohen's Next Move. NBA's Sprint to Start Season

Get caught up with EVERYTHING that’s happening in the world of sports as Episode 163 is now served. On deck:

(3:21) The NFL has reached the halfway point. One thing is certain. The regular season freight train will not be stopped even if COVID-19 has a say in this!

(9:58) Highlighting the winners and losers of Week 9, including: Can you trust the Bills? Defining the ‘trap game’. The Steelers squeak by, yet again! Bill Belichick ‘sold out’ for Super Bowls! A competitive NFC. A top heavy AFC, with a look ahead to Week 10.

(43:52) A new #1 in college football as Notre Dame knocks off Clemson from their perch. Why I can’t stand the OT rule? Florida blitzes Georgia. Michigan goes down again! And USC’s wild comeback over Arizona State.

(54:44) A preview of the Masters with a weather forecast that looks grim. Will they get the tournament in by Sunday? What about Daylight Savings Time? Is Bryson Dechambeau primed to win another major? Will Rickie Fowler or Lee Westwood come to the forefront and win their first Grand Slam?

(59:12) New Mets owner, Steve Cohen cleans house. Who could be the next GM? Manager? What his M.O. will be with the team? I’ll share my thoughts on the possibilities!

(1:05:04) The start of the NBA season has been set. But with the draft, free agency and training camp on the horizon, will that be enough time before the December 22nd commencement?

(1:08:48) A couple of thoughts on the news of President-elect, Joe Biden and what that meant to the spirit of our nation?

(1:12:38) Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Wild NFL Week 8. Are The Pats Done? Dallas In Primetime? Steel Grit! Trade Deadline Deals? Trevor Lawrence's NFL Future In NY? Clemson's Playoff Hopes? MLB & NBA News/Notes

On the eve of the biggest election ever, vote for yours truly, when you come to get fast paced, action packed sports talk as Episode 162 is chock full of nuggets sizzling in your earbuds or speakers. On deck:

(2:45) A competitive and wild NFL Week 8, highlighted by the winners and losers of Sunday. Are the Patriots done? Are you sold on the Bills? Should the Cowboys play in primetime? The aftermath of the best rivalry in football (Steelers-Ravens) A look ahead to Week 9 and what to expect as the trade deadline looms tomorrow?

(40:04) What a week for the Clemson Tigers! Not only was standout QB asked about his plans of entering the draft, but he also came down with COVID-19. I’ll share why he NEEDS to become a Jet (if they end up picking #1 overall) and with him out of the lineup vs. #4 Notre Dame, are the Tigers chances to make it the college football playoff in jeopardy? Also, is this the end of Jim Harbaugh at Michigan after another painful loss to Michigan State?

(54:45) I’ll spend a few minutes on Game 6 of the World Series, including, Justin Turner’s decision to join his teammates on the field to celebrate their title, as well as, managerial hirings in Chicago (White Sox) and Detroit. Steve Cohen officially is the Mets owner. And some big names on the baseball free agent market.

(1:06:17) I’ll take a brief trip through the NBA landscape as the league takes another financial hit with a late start to their season. A new GM lands in Philadelphia. Will this cause a potential discord between Daryl Morey and Doc Rivers? And Mike D’Antoni will assist head coach, Steve Nash in Brooklyn. What does this mean for Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving?

(1:13:32) Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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The Agony Of Defeat! Chronicling The Worst Losses Of My Favorite Teams. Plus, NFL Draft Round 1 Breakdown

A couple of weeks ago, I shared my euphoria and excitement as a fan over my favorite teams (i.e. Mets, Steelers, Celtics, Islanders and Hoyas) winning a championship. Today, it’s the complete opposite as I bring to you (Episode 127) my perspective of digesting their toughest defeats.

(4:18) A disappointing collapse in the 1996 Big East Final, among a couple of other losses, will never erase the bitter taste of losing a national championship in 1985 as Georgetown bows to Villanova.

(12:37) The Drive For Five. Losing to the Rangers in the first round back in the 90’s was bad, but you’ll be surprised as to what the roughest NY Islanders loss was for me.

(19:26) Tough defeats at the hands of the Lakers in big spots highlight this brutal stretch for the Boston Celtics.

(28:40) It gets interesting here. The Steelers suffered some inexplicable losses in the postseason, but nothing like the 1994 AFC Championship Game vs. the Chargers. I’ll explain why.

(46:02) And then…there are the Mets. Losing to the Yankees in the Subway Series? The Royals in 2015? Not even close. There are three that come to mind, with not just one, but TWO honorable mention that you won’t want to miss out on.

(59:05) Lastly, I’ll recap the top headlines of the first round of the NFL Draft. Not a lot of drama, but some surprises, especially what took place in Green Bay.

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The Thrill Of Victory! A Breakdown Of Celebrating My Teams (Mets, Steelers, Celtics, Islanders and Hoyas) Biggest Wins

Going down a different sports path on Episode 123, as I share my experience of the few thrills that my teams have accomplished over the years winning a championship. Whether you’re a fan of the teams I root for, or not, I’m sure those who know what it feels like to reach the mountaintop can surely relate. On deck:

(4:28) My early memories of rooting for the Georgetown Hoyas college basketball team, as they were champions in 1984.

(10:25) The New York Islanders record setting dominance of the early 1980’s, winning four Stanley Cups along the way.

(17:07) The Boston Celtics halcyon days of the 1980’s, sandwiched by the 2008 championship team. One of my biggest regrets and confession comes from watching the NBA Finals of that year. You won’t want to miss that.

(26:45) The Pittsburgh Steelers capping off four Super Bowl victories in the 1970’s, to the improbable and historic run to winning Super Bowl XL (which was anti-climatic…you have to hear for yourself) concluding with what I call, ‘The Gift That Keeps On Giving’ as the Steelers win Super Bowl XLIII.

(37:35) My first love, the New York Mets as 1986 is the only season I can hang my hat on, despite a couple of World Series runs that fell short. They did provide a thrill of a lifetime as I look back at where I was and how I was ready to burst into sad tears when there were two outs in the bottom of the 10th in Game 6 of the ‘86 World Series.

I hope you enjoy listening to my thoughts and experience of what it was like to witness world championships as it evokes memories of the teams you root for and what it meant to you at that time.

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Former All-Pro NFL LB Levon Kirkland On His Career In Pittsburgh, Super Bowl XXX & Will Clemson Repeat?

'Tis the season to deliver a very special podcast (Episode 105) on Christmas Day as I’m joined by former NFL All-Pro LB, Levon Kirkland, who made his name in the league as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

We take a trip down memory lane during his playing career, dissecting his role during the mid 90's, participating in three AFC Title Games in four years and contributing in a big way in Super Bowl XXX. We cover his post career, health, his biggest takeaway from the Super Bowl, a prediction for Clemson in the upcoming College Football playoff and much more.

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NFL WK 13 Headlines: Pats 'Offensive', Ravens: NFL's Best? Cowboys By Default? Titan Uprising. Bama/Harbaugh Done? CFP Top Four. Kyrie Comments, Harden & Embiid. Earth To MLB Hot Stove!

Kicking off the next 100 podcasts with (Episode 101) sharing my thoughts on all that’s happening in sports. On tap are the following:

Will the Patriots offense get out of its season slumber? Are the Ravens the NFL’s best team? The Titans surprising run in the AFC. Will the Cowboys win the NFC ‘Least’ by default? The issue surrounding the Eagles? Steelers exact revenge against the Browns? Coach Kitchens long for the NFL after this year? The NFL’s biggest ‘decoy’ on offense? And a look at Week 13.

Auburn squeaks past Alabama. Crimson Tide playoff run is over. Saban’s legitimate gripe? Ohio St. prevails over Michigan AGAIN! Is this it for Jim Harbaugh? Who’ll crack the top four in the College Playoff if Georgia loses to LSU?

Kyrie’s social media comments about the reaction to the Celtic fans. James Harden’s 60 points in 31 minutes (we’ve seen this movie before) Joel Embiid’s 0 point effort in a loss at the place of emotional heartbreak (Toronto) in last seasons playoff.

Plus, a look throughout the NHL. Is anything percolating on the MLB Hot Stove? And my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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The 100th Episode! The Bottom Heavy AFC, The Top Heavy NFC. Jim Harbaugh's Last Hurrah at Michigan? NHL's Crosby's Final Lap & Surprise Team? Luka Doncic's NBA Meteoric Rise

Come join me as I celebrate Episode 100 on this Thanksgiving Week with tons of sports talk to get into. On deck:

All that was Week 12 of the NFL, including Who Wants to Win the NFC East? Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’s candid thoughts, can Carson Wentz stand and deliver? Top crowded top of the NFC. The crowded bottom of the AFC. What Freddie Kitchens must do this week? Retribution in Pittsburgh? Fascinating Week 13 as I go around the league.

The college football season concludes with Rivalry Weekend as I highlight the Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan with their matchup against Ohio State at home, plus the rest of the slate this weekend.

Is this the beginning of the end for Penguins great, Sidney Crosby? Also, the surprise team in the NHL thus far.

The Lakers lead the pack in the NBA, but it’s Luka Doncic’s world in Dallas. Has he become the leagues best player at the tender age of 20? Plus, AD’s first visit to NOLA, as I go around the Association for the latest and greatest.

Plus my Hero and Zero of the Week, (including is Bills RB Frank Gore a future Hall of Famer?)

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AFC/NFC Separation, Chaos In Cleveland, NFL Throws Bone To Kaepernick, Tua's Done/Is Alabama Next? Return Of The Hockey Policeman? Carmelo's NBA Return/Warriors Tanking?

Episode 99 is jam packed with tons of sports nuggets for your edification. On deck:

The separation atop the AFC and the bottom of the NFC, the Texans are frauds, Ravens red hot (but I need to see this in January), the Eagles are still live for the NFC East, the Rams may fall short are some of the storylines I discuss. Including, the chaos in Cleveland between the Steelers and Browns. Why this WASN’T Mason Rudolph’s fault? How there may not be any retribution in two weeks for their next matchup? And the sham that was Colin Kaepernick’s workout and the part that the NFL played in it?

Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa is done for the season after dislocating his hip vs. Mississippi St. What does this means for Alabama’s playoff hopes and the two big losses in college football over the weekend.

The MLB’s investigating of the Houston Astros stealing signs going back to their 2017 World Championship season.

The return of the NHL policeman/tough guy? I’ll explain why.

Carmelo’s return to the NBA and the Warriors tanking? YOU’VE HEARD IT HERE FIRST!

Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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