Da Fellas Present: Sports Rap

I discuss the Olympics, which wrapped up with 2 great gold medal basketball games. I also touch on the punishment handed down to Jim Harbaugh and Michigan for recruiting violations last week. I delve into the NFL next and discuss the latest news & notes. I give my 3 positives & 3 negative takeaways from the NYG/Lions joint practices and preseason game. It was a chippy affair to say the least. Last...

Welcome Back !!! We discuss everything NBA bubble related, from the success of the safety protocols to the race for 8th spot in the West....Can the 8th seed push a sluggish Lakers team in round 1? Can a surprise team win the West? Is Giannis a proven commodity as a special player or just the "Best Robin" in the game? Can Toronto surprise and come out of the East? We make predictions on a wide open...

We discuss the aftermath of “Noosegate”. Was this an intentional act, or was this just a remnant from a long standing culture of racial undertones? We discuss the different possibilities and challenges of a restart for MLB, NBA, NCAAF and CFB. Are the protocols in place to ensure safety? How great are the risks? Who will find the risk to great? Which players will choose social activism over partic...

Black Lives Matter!!!! We share our views on the latest developments from the protest. Are we as a country ready to have a conversation regarding systemic racism and police brutality? We discuss an early win as NASCAR banned the Confederate Flag at their events. Will this drive a more diverse fanbase to their sport and live events? We delve into the NBA conundrum. Do you boycott in the name of Soc...

This week we recap the NFL draft and give our opinions on teams hauls. We discuss the Lions haul. We take a look at other winner and losers from the draft. We also discuss what needs to happen for leagues to continue their seasons. 

We continue with our GM hats and conclude our Mock Draft.

We put on our GM hats and take a stab at round 1 of the upcoming Draft.  Who tell you who we pick and why. 

We discuss NFL Free agency moves so far. Can Tom Brady lead TB to respectability?  How will New England replace Tom? What teams have improved their teams and chances of hoisting a Lombardi? Did the Lions do enough to compete in the NFC North? We discuss the effects of Covid- 19 and possible implications of halted seasons.  We also give a brief recap of the NBA shortened season. 

WE'RE BACK!!!!! We discuss the latest allegations against Antonio Brown. Will he survive this latest issue or will he be disciplined by the NFL or released by NE? College football is in full swing. We discuss a few of the teams who have impressed early. Michigan and Michigan State updates through two weeks. Are the Wolverine faithful in panic mode?  Sparty feasts on Broncos in preparation for thei...

Welcome to this week's episode. We jump right into the fray and discuss the much talked about Jay-Z/NFL partnership. Did Jay-Z sell out Colin Kapernick and the movement? Can we attack the issue of social injustice in a multitude of ways or is there just a singular blueprint? Should we withhold judgement until we see some actions? We attack this debate from all angles, It got heated folks. With col...

Welcome to Episode 12!!! This week we discuss the " Rich Paul" rule. What was its original intent? Was the backlash the reason the bachelor degree requirement was reprised? College Football is back in TWO weeks!!!!We predict which college players not named Tua or Trevor may be in the Heisman race. We discuss the latest NFL headlines...latest on AB's feet and recovery and also his helmet grievance....

Welcome back to the Sports Rap!! We discuss Manny Pacquiao's stunning and convincing win over Keith Thurman!!! What did it mean to Manny's legacy? Do you want to see Manny and Floyd again? Football is BACK!!!! We discuss NCAAF.is it all about Clemson and Alabama again or will other teams (Georgia, Ohio State, LSU)  crash the party? We discuss the landscape of the Big Ten and our local schools Mich...

We discuss the particulars of the Westbrook/Paul trade. Will this work and if so, can they contend with the Lakers and Clippers in the west? We look at HOU, LAC, and LAL rosters to decide who is the KIng of the West. We discuss Summer League standouts. Which young players project to be a problem in the near future. In NFL news we discuss the contract situations of Ezekiel Elliot and Melvin Gordon....

We review and discuss all the key NBA free agent moves (especially since we correctly predicted Most of them). Who won LA, Clippers or Lakers? Does Kawhi's move signal that a new power broker is in the game? Which teams  improved the most through Free Agency? What do we expect from Brooklyn this year without KD...will Kyrie be thrust into a leadership role and is he ready? Who are the favorites in...

The Fellas discuss recent happenings in the NBA. We recap the NBA draft and identify some of our favorite picks. Did the Pelicans win the draft? Who were some of the surprise picks and did our beloved Pistons uncover a hidden gem? We discuss the major players in Free Agency. What does KD do now.... take the money in GSW, do a sign and trade, or simply walk away ... and to where Brooklyn, Manhattan...

The NBA takes center stage. Toronto claimed a championship and may have ended a dynasty run at the same time. We recap the series and discuss if this championship deserves an asterisk? Is the Golden State run over? Can it survive a possible departure of KD and Klay's injury?  What is the impact of KD's injury on his free agency situation and will it have a ripple effect on the entire FA landscape?...

We discuss the NBA Finals through Game 3... GS is being pushed to the Limit. Can they bounce back or are we witnessing the end of a dynasty? As the NBA season winds down the Free Agent rumors heat up...New Orleans is now taking trade proposals for AD, Kyrie likes Brooklyn, what are the latest rumors concerning Free Agency and who is talking about teaming up. We discuss Piston Draft prospects, will...

Welcome back!!! We discuss all things NBA.... Finals Preview.. Can the Raptors ride the Kawhi wave, or is Toronto the next bump in the road for the Golden State Dynasty... KD will he play ?Does this series  impact his decision to leave? How has is legacy been impacted by his stay in Golden State? The Lake Show spirals out of control. Can the Lakers get out of the tailspin and return to glory....

NBA Conference Finals commence. We discuss the three remaining close out games from last week. Den/Por  dubbed the " Appetizer"  was a great series showcasing some young and upcoming talent. Houston can't overcome GS on their court w/o KD... Is it time to blow this experiment up? Toronto and Kawhi, close out Philly in dramatic fashion and derail the process once again. We review the Game 1's and h...

The NBA Semifinals reach critical stages.. We discuss the Kyrie conundrum and if Boston can stave off elimination. Philadelphia also find themselves  with their backs to the wall with Joel Embid badly in need of a Z Pack. Can the rest of the team pick it up and carry the burden?  Den/Por dubbed the "appetizer", has been a smorgasbord of action and put a solid and deep Denver team on display nation...

This week we recap the NBA Semi-finals. In the West we discuss if the Den/Por series is even relevant? Did Houston fumble away two chances in GS?  Did Hou have a legitimate gripe with the officiating or were they crying Foul.  We also recap the East where both series are tied 1-1 and look to be classic matchups. We discuss the validity of the "Process" . What was its goals, is it now over, and was...

NBA playoff round 1 review. Should the Pistons have tanked for a better draft pick? Conference Semi-final previews,  Can Houston beat Golden State? The East looks like a battle royale with four true contenders. NFL offseason and Free Agency headlines. Did the Lions do enough to address their needs. Will the Pittsburgh  Steelers circle the wagons? Is Cleveland the class of the AFC North? NFL draft...