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Aaron Rodgers is a Pittsburgh Steeler… but is this the year Mike Tomlin finally finishes under .500? We break down the Steelers’ 2025 season outlook — new additions, key losses, record predictions, fantasy football targets, and more. Reagan and Colin dive deep into the roster moves, offensive struggles, and the elite defense trying to carry Pittsburgh back to the playoffs. Is this team legit, or a...

🔥 Baltimore Ravens 2025 Season Preview | Super Bowl or BUST?! 🏆 The Around the Felt boys are BACK with our full breakdown of the Baltimore Ravens heading into the 2025 NFL season. From Lamar Jackson’s MVP-level play to Derrick Henry’s red zone dominance, and a star-studded defense, we’re diving deep on whether this team can finally make the Super Bowl run fans have been waiting for. ✅ Projected...

In this episode of Around the Octagon, we preview UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Teixeira, set for July 12, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Headlining is heavyweight powerhouse Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis, the UFC’s all-time knockout king, taking on undefeated Brazilian phenom Tallison Teixeira—a 6’7″ first-round finisher. Will Lewis’s brute strength and striking power overwhelm the risin...

The boys are BACK! In this episode of Around the Felt, Colin, Reagan, and Big G drop 15 NFL Future Bets you NEED to place before the 2025 season kicks off. We cover everything from:🏆 Comeback Player of the Year💪 MVP Longshots🔥 Rushing & Receiving Leaders📈 Team Win Totals🎯 Division Predictions...and more! We’re talking value plays, sneaky odds, bold predictions, and why certain stars like...

🔥 In this episode of Around the Octagon , we sit down with UFC featherweight Weston Wilson for one of the most insightful interviews we've ever done! From training with Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson , to building a software company during COVID that skyrocketed his MMA career, Weston shares it all. We dive into his journey through Bellator, LFA, and finally the UFC , what it was like to get si...

In this episode of Around the Octagon , we break down the electric main event at UFC 317 as undefeated phenom Ilia Topuria moves up to lightweight to challenge former champion Charles Oliveira . Topuria, known for his crisp boxing and ruthless finishing ability, is taking a massive gamble by entering a new weight class—but claims he’s stronger and more dangerous than ever. On the other side, Olive...

Sit down with us for an exclusive interview with former UFC fighter and professional MMA athlete Connor “The Controller” Matthews as we dive deep into his journey inside and outside the cage. 🥊 From his early days in combat sports to making it to the UFC, Connor shares untold stories, the highs and lows of being a professional fighter, and what life looks like after stepping away from the Octagon...

🔥 UFC BAKU MAIN CARD PREDICTIONS 🔥 We break down every fight on the UFC Fight Night Baku main card — including Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree Jr., Fiziev vs Bahamondes, Blaydes vs Kuniev, and Orolbai vs Musayev! Who gets the finish? Who pulls the upset? Find out our picks and betting insight! Plus, we dive into a classic MMA debate: Who’s the best UFC fighter to NEVER win a title? From Tony Fer...

UFC Fight Night Atlanta delivered INSANE action from start to finish! We break down every fight, including jaw-dropping knockouts, wild controversy, and what’s next for the division’s biggest stars. Who made a statement? Who blew their shot? And which fighters are knocking on the door of a title fight? Don’t miss our full recap, predictions for what’s next, and hot takes from the crew! 👊 Full Fig...

🔥 UFC 316 Recap + What's Next for Merab & O'Malley? 🔥 We break down all the action from UFC 316 — from the explosive finishes to the controversial decisions. Merab Dvalishvili continues his dominant run... but who should he fight next? Is it finally time for Sean O’Malley to make some major changes? 👊 Full fight recap 🔮 Future matchups & title implications 💥 Bold takes on the bantamwe...

Sean O'Malley is BACK and ready for revenge! Can “Suga” finally get his payback on Merab Dvalishvili after the brutal loss in their first matchup? In this episode, we break down EVERY single fight on the UFC 316 card — from early prelims to the main event — and give you our best bets, predictions, and hot takes. We cover all the action: O’Malley vs Merab, Kayla Harrison’s title shot vs Julianna Pe...

Huge shakeups in the UFC! We break down the shocking announcement of Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena and the blockbuster matchup between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira. What do these fights mean for their respective divisions? Are the belts at risk? Who's got the edge in these high-stakes matchups? Tune in as we give our instant reactions, early predictions, and what this means for...

The 2025 NFL Schedule is HERE! 🏈 We're breaking down the full 2025 NFL Schedule Release — including the biggest matchups, most hyped games, and underrated battles that could define the season. From opening weekend fireworks to Thanksgiving and Christmas showdowns, we cover it all. Find out which teams got lucky, who faces the toughest stretch, and which games you can’t afford to miss. Whether...

Get ready for UFC 315 in Montreal! In this episode of Around the Octagon, we break down the epic main event between Belal Muhammad vs. Jack Della Maddalena for the Welterweight Championship and the co-main event showdown Valentina Shevchenko vs. Manon Fiorot for the Women’s Flyweight title! We dive into styles, stats, bold predictions, and betting insight for the biggest fights on the card. Can Mu...

We dive deep into the entire UFC Fight Night card headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo! From rising prospects to potential Fight of the Night picks, we give our predictions, sleepers, and betting insights. Can Sandhagen hold off the former flyweight champ? Will Figueiredo make a statement at bantamweight? Tune in for the full analysis! Follow Us for More Sports Content: 🐦 Twitter/X...

Are RJ Harvey, Tre Harris, and Will Howard the next big thing in dynasty fantasy football? We break down their profiles, landing spots, and potential to become future studs in your dynasty leagues. Whether you're prepping for your rookie draft or rebuilding a squad, this is the breakdown you can't afford to miss. We go round-by-round through a full dynasty rookie draft and give insight int...

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially in the books! 🏈 We break down the biggest winners, biggest losers, and the most shocking picks from a wild weekend! Who crushed it? Who fumbled the bag? And which picks left us speechless?! Tune in to find out! Drop your biggest draft surprise in the comments! 🔥 0:00 - Welcome to Around the Felt! 0:15 - Biggest Draft Headlines: Winners, Losers, and Shocking Picks...

🔥 UFC Fight Night Kansas City is HERE! 🔥 We break down every fight on the card including Ian Machado Garry vs Carlos Prates, Anthony Smith vs Zhang Mingyang, and Giga Chikadze's return! Can Garry bounce back? Will there be a massive upset? Tap in for full predictions, picks, and what to expect Saturday night in Kansas City! 💥 👇 Let us know your picks in the comments! 👇 0:00 - Intro &...

32 Man NFL Mock Draft Madness! We handed the reins to 32 different fans, analysts, and personalities—one for every NFL team—to run the ultimate 2025 NFL Mock Draft! Bold picks, shocking reaches, and passionate team reps... this is chaos in the best way. Who nailed it? Who blew it? Find out now! 0:00 - Intro & Commissioner Drock Welcome 0:30 - #1 Titans - Cam Ward (QB, Miami) 2:02 - #2 Browns -...

In this special Around the Felt episode, Big Tong breaks it down —dropping his full 2025 NFL Mock Draft , pick-by-pick, with raw takes and no sugarcoating. From blockbuster trades to shocking slides, he dives into team fits, draft-day steals, and who’s about to boom or bust. Expect heat, honesty, and a whole lot of football IQ. If you want real draft insight with no fluff, this is the episode you’...

In our second sit-down with Luke Newman , the former Michigan State offensive lineman and Holy Cross transfer, we explore his journey from FCS All-American to a top NFL Draft prospect. Newman started all 12 games at left guard for the Spartans in 2024, leading the team with 739 offensive snaps and earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors. He allowed zero sacks and was graded as MSU’s top linem...

The Houston Texans exploded onto the scene in the 2024 NFL season , finishing 11-6 and capturing the AFC South title , thanks to the meteoric rise of C.J. Stroud , who cemented himself as one of the league’s elite quarterbacks in just his second year. Stroud threw for over 4,500 yards and 35 touchdowns, while rookie wideout Xavier Worthy and star receiver Tank Dell gave Houston a lethal aerial att...

In this episode of Around the Bases , we take a deep dive into the American League's 2025 storylines as the MLB season heats up. From the Orioles' dominance in the AL East to the Guardians' resurgence in the Central and the Mariners' early command in the West , we break down what’s real, what’s not, and which teams are already on the hot seat. We spotlight breakout stars, trade buz...

Breaking down EVERY fight on the stacked UFC 314 card! From early prelims to the main event, we’re giving you full predictions, key matchups, and our picks for Fight of the Night! Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most anticipated cards of the year! 00:10 Intro 00:41 Norah Canoli vs Haley Cohen 03:02 Tresean Gore vs Marco Tulio 06:22 Sumudaerji vs Mitch Raposo 09:44 Sedriques Dumas vs Mich...

The Tennessee Titans closed out the 2024 NFL season with a 4-13 record , marking the start of a full rebuild under new head coach Brian Callahan . Rookie quarterback Will Levis showed flashes of potential but struggled with consistency behind a battered offensive line. Bright spots included the breakout of wide receiver Treylon Burks and a strong rookie campaign from pass rusher Laiatu Latu , who...