Amber & Ian

Jake Asman and Mia O'Brien discuss TJ Watt's new deal with the Steelers and whether Pittsburgh is a legit Super Bowl contender with all of the big swings they've taken this offseason. Jake and Mia also discuss whether Georgia will return to the top of the SEC and hear from Kirby Smart, Georgia Head Coach at SEC Media Days. Plus, the Top Five Fan Bases in the NFL and Garrett Wilson not getting the...

Jake Asman and Mia O'Brien react to the news that TJ Watt has gotten (another) extension from the Steelers making him the highest paid non-quarterback in the NFL. ESPN NFL Nation Pittsburgh Steelers Reporter Brooke Pryor joins the show. Jake and Mia also discuss what the Watt deal means for other pass rushers waiting on new deals. Then, Jake and Mia talk about the big news in basketball on Thursda...

Aaron Goldhammer and Keith Irizarry are in on ESPY Day 2025 as we're raising awareness for the V Foundation. World Champion Gymnast Shannon Miller joins the show to discuss her battle with cancer. Plus, we hear Stuart Scott's ESPY speech. Aaron and Keith also look back at a historic MLB All-Star Game in Big Deal, Not A Big Deal. Plus, a look at the top athletes from California! Learn more about yo...

Aaron Goldhammer and Keith Irizarry are in on ESPY Day 2025 as we're raising awareness for the V Foundation. We hear Jimmy V's 1993 ESPY Speech and are joined by Chris and Britt Redman who share their story on how cancer has touched them. Aaron and Keith also discuss the latest on Caitlin Clark and Bradley Beal leaving the Suns for the Clippers. Plus, what are the expectations for Alabama in year...

Aaron Goldhammer and Keith Irizarry are in on ESPY Day 2025 as we're raising awareness for the V Foundation. Bud Dupree, Los Angeles Chargers joined the show to discuss how cancer has touched his life. Aaron and Keith also react to ESPN.com's piece highlighting Joel Embiid. We hear from LSU Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier at SEC Media Days with Ian Fitzsimmons. Plus, why do the Bills and Ravens have...

Keith Irizarry and David Dennis Jr fill in for Amber & Ian. They discuss SEC Media Day 1 and Victor Wembanyama being cleared for basketball activities. Also, they give their Top 5 Challengers to the Super Bowl Champion Eagles. Finally, they talk to ESPN Play-by-Play voice joins the show to preview the 2025 Home Run Derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) discuss why the Georgia Bulldogs are flying under the radar entering this college football season. SEC Network Analyst Cole Cubelic joins the show to discuss some football and the disrespectful dog walkers in his neighborhood. Plus, fun facts about New Jersey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) are joined by Associate Director of ESPN Sports Research Chris Burnette to look ahead to the upcoming college football season. Ian shares the top storylines he's watching heading into SEC Media Days. Zinno shares his Top 5 Offensive Rookies in the NFL as part of ESPN Radio's NFL Rank 'Em series. Plus, fun facts about the state of Kansas in honor of SC'...

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) react to the latest on LeBron James' frustrations with the Lakers and what it means for his future. Ian shares his Top 5 Defensive Rookies for 2025 as part of ESPN Radio's NFL Rank 'Em series. Plus, we react to lists of the most boring and most exciting cities in America (which leaves us defending Phoenix, Arizona). Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) are joined by Former Ohio State and Cowboys Linebacker Bobby Carpenter to discuss a variety of topics including his new glasses, Joe Burrow and Jerry Jones. Ian and Mark also discuss pitch limits in today's MLB and play Big Deal, Not A Big Deal. Plus, Ian regales us with stories from his time off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) are joined by ESPN Senior MLB Insider Jeff Passan to talk all things baseball and Rubik's Cube. Ian and Mark also discuss whether college football needs a salary cap and what NFL head coaches are on the hot seat. Plus, fun facts about Michigan (the home of singing sand). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Fitzsimmons and Mark Zinno (in for Amber) discuss Cooper Flagg making his debut in the NBA Summer League on Thursday night. They also discuss the Thunder continuing their spending spree and Giannis saying he will "probably" stay in Milwaukee. College Football Analyst Josh Pate joins the show before the guys discuss what's the toughest college football stadium to play in. Learn more about your...

Jonathan Zaslow and Mark Zinno, in for Amber and Ian, react to the breaking news that Devin Booker has agreed to a historic extension with the Suns. They also discuss Scott Frost's comments about his time as head coach at Nebraska and how hard the Pacers tried to keep Myles Turner. Plus, what's on the menu at the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Jonathan Zaslow and Mark Zinno are in for Amber and Ian and talking Kentucky as part of SC's 50 States In 50 Days during which Zaslow tries to understand the appeal of attending the Kentucky Derby. Zaslow and Zinno also discuss MLB using the ABS system during the All-Star Game and what happened between the Falcons and Kirk Cousins. Plus, Zinno shares his Top Five Quarterback/Wide Receiver Duos in...

Jonathan Zaslow and Mark Zinno are in for Amber and Ian. Zaslow and Zinno discuss whether the 5+11 model is the best road forward for the College Football Playoff. They also react to what Deion Sanders would change about college football and Scott Frost's comments on his time at Nebraska. Plus, Zaslow shares his Top Five Quarterback/Receiver Duos in the NFL and Zinno has some issues with the WNBA'...

Knicks Introduce Mike Brown As Head Coach. How Big Of A Problem Is The “Second Apron” In The NBA? Big Deal, Not A Big Deal. On the 15th anniversary of "The Decision" did LeBron lead us to one of the biggest problems in the NBA? Plus What NFL offseason moves did David Dennis Jr and Jake Asman leave off their Rank 'Ems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Moves Teams Wish They Could Take Back. WNBA All-Star Teams Selected By Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier. ESPN Radio NFL Rank’ Em - Top Five Offseason Additions (Jake Asman). SC’s 50 States In 50 Days - Hawaii Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Knicks Introduce Mike Brown As Head Coach. How Big Of A Problem Is The “Second Apron” In The NBA? Kirk Cousins Speaks On Falcons Drafting Michael Penix Jr - Expectations For Falcons. ESPN Radio NFL Rank’ Em - Top Five Offseason Additions (David Dennis Jr.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 ESPN Radio Rank ‘em Series – The Top 5 storylines we’re most paying attention to for the 2025 NFL season.  Aaron Goldhammer gives us list. EA Sports did Aidan Laros dirty.  They gave him a toughness rating of ZERO in the EA Sports College Football 26 game.  Plus, is it wrong to root for the team you bet against? Big Deal, or Not A Big Deal? As we revisit SportsCenter’s 50 States in 50 Days trip t...

The Magic made a smart move by giving Paulo Banchero his money now.  Zinno thinks his ceiling is NBA MVP.   Plus, the Clippers, Jazz, and Heat made a deal today.  Who replaces Norman Powell in LA…Bradley Beal? EA Sports did Aidan Laros dirty.  They gave him a toughness rating of ZERO in the EA Sports College Football 26 game. ESPN Radio Rank ‘em Series – The Top 5 storylines we’re most paying atte...

Mark Zinno HATES that Clayton Kershaw is going to the All Star Game as a “Legends Pick”.   Aaron Goldhammer has a bigger problem with the All Star Game – why does every team have to have a representative? alking about the Paulo Banchero contract takes us back to a time when he was mistaken for Patrick Mahomes.  Plus, Mike Brown has no chance of winning the press conference when he’s introduced, he...

Knicks Hiring Mike Brown As Head Coach, Any Chance LeBron Is Next?  Does WNBA Recognize Caitlin Clark’s Importance? Is it time for the WNBA to expand? Big Deal, Not A Big Deal. Why July 4th Is The Most Disgusting Day In Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Steelers signed general manager Omar Khan to a new three-year deal, putting him under contract through the 2028 season. Are the Steelers Super Bowl contenders with their moves this offseason? Andy Gresh thinks he has the answer as to the real reason Jake Paul is now ranked in WBA. What are we most confident about heading into the 2025 NFL season.  SC’s 50 States In 50 Days - Washington Learn m...

The Knicks are hiring Mike Brown as their next Head Coach. Is it time for LeBron James to head to the Knicks? Luis Ortiz pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians is under investigation by Major League Baseball after a betting-integrity firm flagged a pair of pitches that had received unusual gambling activity. WNBA Is Expanding, How Much Credit To Caitlin Clark? Are they expanding too quickly? Learn mo...

Matt Jones and Myron Medcalf are in for Amber and Ian. Matt and Myron are joined by New York Daily News Knicks Reporter Kristian Winfield to dive into why the team hired Mike Brown to be their next head coach. Plus, could LeBron James really leave the Lakers this summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices