89 with Steve Smith Sr.

Steve Smith Sr. calls out Indianapolis' WR room as the "shakiest" in the AFC South 🚨.   Michael Pittman Jr. is in Pittsburgh, and the Indianapolis Colts enter 2026 with a massive question mark at wide receiver. Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer evaluate whether paid receiver Alec Pierce can transform into a high-volume #1 or if Shane Steichen's offense will struggle through receiver depth issues....

Are Nico Collins & Jayden Higgins the NFL's next "Twin Towers"? Steve Smith Sr. breaks down the tape. 🤘   C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans are legit Super Bowl contenders, but the offense needs to step up to match their championship-caliber defense. Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer dive deep into the tape and roster dynamics surrounding Houston's wide receiver room.   Steve breaks down why Nico...

Travis Hunter, Brian Thomas Jr., and Jakobi Meyers—Steve Smith Sr. breaks down the Jags' loaded WR room! 🐆   Trevor Lawrence ended last season on a tear under play-caller Liam Coen, and the Jacksonville Jaguars now boast a formidable "four-headed monster" in their wide receiver room. Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer dive deep into the tape and roster dynamics heading into the 2026 season.   Steve...

Brian Daboll and Cam Ward have a dangerous new-look WR room in Tennessee—and Agent 89 breaks it all down ⚔️.   Brian Daboll is running the offense for second-year quarterback Cam Ward, and the Tennessee Titans have completely overhauled their wide receiver room. Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer break down why this young, explosive group could be one of the most exciting rooms in the NFL.   Steve d...

Is Rome Odunze’s "new normal" foot injury a major concern for Chicago? Steve Smith Sr. sets the record straight. 🐻   Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer dive into the Chicago Bears' dynamic wide receiver room heading into Year 2 under offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. Steve explains why Ben Johnson is on the precipice of reaching Sean McVay-level play-designing status and how Caleb Williams drastic...

Do Amon-Ra St. Brown & Jameson Williams REALLY belong in the Top 5 conversation? Steve Smith Sr. ranks Amon-Ra and Jameson Williams against the NFL’s best. 🦁   In this episode, Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer evaluate the Detroit Lions' wide receiver room heading into the 2026 season under new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Steve breaks down Amon-Ra St. Brown’s elite YAC ability and why his...

Is Christian Watson ready to be Jordan Love’s high-volume #1? Steve Smith Sr. breaks down why Christian Watson is Green Bay’s true Alpha. 🧀   Matt LaFleur ditched the receiver committee, and Christian Watson just got $100M+ to be Green Bay’s true Alpha. Agent 89 breaks down the tape on Jordan Love's upgraded weapon room.   In this episode, Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer explore the massive phil...

Is Kyler Murray’s "Checkdown Charlie" style about to hold Justin Jefferson back?   Can Kevin O'Connell get Kyler Murray to target the intermediate middle of the field, or will Minnesota's passing game stall out? Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer dive deep into the tape and front-office chatter surrounding the Minnesota Vikings' loaded wide receiver room.   Steve breaks down why Kyler Murray’s 9-yar...

THE GREEN BAY FORMULA COMES TO THE STEEL CITY. 🖤💛   NFL legend Steve Smith Sr. and NFL Insider James Palmer wrap up their high-stakes tour of the AFC North by diving headfirst into a completely transformed Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver room.   The guys examine the major organizational shift as Mike McCarthy takes over for his first season at the helm of Aaron Rodgers' last dance. Steve detai...

THE STRONGEST ONE-TWO PUNCH... BUT THEN WHAT? 🐅   NFL legend Steve Smith Sr. and NFL Insider James Palmer keep the WR Room Tour rolling in the AFC North, stopping in Cincinnati to dissect a uniquely constructed Bengals depth chart.   The guys skip the easy talking points to look at the massive risk of how top-heavy this offense has become. While Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins form the best wideout...

WELCOME TO THE RAVENS FLOCK. 😈   NFL legend and former Baltimore Raven Steve Smith Sr. joins James Palmer to evaluate a passing game that is completely in flux. Steve brings his unique connection to the Baltimore fanbase to get real about what is changing inside this offense.   The guys go deep on Zay Flowers and debate whether he is ready to take the mantle as a true undisputed No. 1 option. Jam...

SMITTY ENTERS THE FANTASY WORLD. 🏈📊   Look, I’ll be the first to admit it: I am completely out of my comfort zone here. For 16 years in the NFL, I looked at wide receivers through one lens—film, technique, and who can win on Sunday. I’ve never played fantasy football, and to be completely honest, I’m a little nervous to see how the internet reacts to my first real dip into your world.   Alongsid...

🏈🔥 THE 8-WEEK WIDE RECEIVER ROOM TOUR BEGINS HERE 🏈🔥   NFL legend Steve Smith Sr. and NFL Insider James Palmer kick off their highly anticipated division-by-division series in the AFC North, putting the Cleveland Browns pass-catchers under the microscope.   The guys skip the fluff to give Browns fans and fantasy managers the real roster reality. Steve did his homework on this group, and now he...

THE BILLION-DOLLAR OFFENSE HAS A BIG QUESTION MARK. 💸   The Dallas Cowboys are heading into the 2026 NFL season heralded as one of the most explosive, unstoppable offensive units in the entire league. But behind the scenes, a high-stakes contract poker game is unfolding with their star wideout.   In this episode Steve Smith Sr. and NFL Insider James Palmer dive deep into George Pickens officially...

THE $25 MILLION DISRESPECT 📉   The Brandon Aiyuk era in San Francisco is over, and it didn't end with a handshake—it ended with a legal void. After a tumultuous 15 months that included a $120M extension, a season-ending injury in 2025, and a total breakdown in communication, the 49ers have officially voided Aiyuk’s $26.15 million in guarantees for the 2026 season.   Today, Steve Smith Sr. gives u...

THE DRAFT IS DONE. THE GRADES ARE IN. 📝   The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and the wide receiver landscape has been completely reshaped. But who actually got better? Steve Smith Sr. and NFL Insider James Palmer sit down to analyze the intersection of talent and scheme.   It’s not just about who went in the first round—it’s about who walked into the right locker room. From Carnell Ta...

The wait is over. It’s Draft Day.   After months of film study, Combine re-evaluations, and heated debates with Daniel Jeremiah, Steve Smith Sr. is officially revealing his Final Top 20 Wide Receiver Rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft.   From the "lock" at WR1 to the polarizing debate surrounding Omar Cooper Jr. and Jordyn Tyson, Steve walks through every single name on his board. He explains the tie...

For 89's next Rookie Report Card, we’re heading to Lambeau Field. Matthew Golden entered the league with a massive weight on his shoulders—the first wide receiver taken by the Green Bay Packers in the first round since 2002. But as the season has progressed, the box scores have left fans asking: Where is the first-round spark?   NFL Legend Steve Smith Sr. and Insider James Palmer go deep into the...

The most anticipated evaluation of the year is here. Travis Hunter took the league by storm as a top-2 pick, attempting something we haven't seen in the modern era: playing both ways at an elite level. While a practice injury cut his debut campaign short after just seven games, the "Heisman Hawk" left enough on tape to spark a massive debate in Jacksonville and beyond.   NFL Legend Steve Smith Sr....

The first Rookie Report Card of the year is officially in session! To kick off the 2025 draft class series, Steve Smith Sr. and James Palmer are diving deep into the film of the Carolina Panthers’ standout wideout, Tetairoa McMillan.   T-Mac has been the engine of the Panthers' offense this year, but how does his game translate to the "Steve Smith Standard"? Steve goes under the hood to see if the...

An era of excellence has come to a stunning end in Baltimore. After 18 seasons, a Super Bowl ring, and 180 wins, John Harbaugh has been fired as the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens.   NFL Legend Steve Smith Sr. and Insider James Palmer take you behind the curtain of the most shocking move of the early NFL offseason. Having played three seasons under Harbaugh and maintained a close relationship...

Richard Sherman and Ryan Clark went viral for questioning George Pickens' effort and body language in the Cowboys' loss to the Lions, suggesting he was "loafing" and "disengaged."   But was Pickens actually taking plays off, or was he a victim of the game situation and elite defensive scheming?   In this explosive film breakdown, Steve argues that the criticisms are DEAD WRONG and shows the All-22...

The Carolina Panthers have quietly played their way into the thick of the playoff race!   Panthers legend Steve Smith Sr. and Insider James Palmer dive into the team that's suddenly a major factor in the NFC South.   Inside the Episode:   *Tetairoa McMillan Breakdown:* Steve does a deep dive on rookie wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. He details the impressive traits he's seen from T-Mac's game so...

he Los Angeles Rams offense is firing on all cylinders, dominating the league and making a serious case for the NFC's top seed. What is the secret ingredient to this sudden surge?   🔥 *The McVay Genius:* James dives deep into the tactical brilliance of Head Coach Sean McVay and his radical shift in offensive philosophy this season. We break down what McVay is doing differently with 13 personnel (...

The NFL world is reeling after Ja'Marr Chase was suspended for spitting on Jalen Ramsey. But no one has the unique insight of Steve Smith Sr.!   Dissecting Spitgate: Steve breaks down the volatile moment and reveals his personal conversation with Ja'Marr since the incident went down, giving an exclusive look into the mindset of the Bengals star. Steve also shares his shocking story of a spitting i...