Dead End Sports

College football closed the season with a historic championship game as the Indiana Hoosiers defeated the Miami Hurricanes in Miami, 27–21, to claim the national title. What stood out the most from this championship performance? And after completing one of the most unlikely title runs in recent memory, what should Curt Cignetti prioritize this offseason to keep Indiana at the top? We break d...

In this episode, the crew breaks down the college football playoffs, starting with the historic championship game between Indiana and Miami. They discuss the standout performance of Mendoza, the quarterback who led Indiana to victory. The conversation also touches on the Denver Broncos' chances in the playoffs without Bo Nix, and the Bills' struggles with Josh Allen. Additionally, they analyze the...

College Football chaos, playoff upsets, a 49ers shocker, and a historic Bears comeback—this episode is football from start to finish. NBA fans, fair warning—this episode is all football . We break down the College Football Playoff as the national championship matchup is set for MLK Jr. Day, with Miami surviving Ole Miss and Indiana shocking the country by blowing out Oregon. Who wins i...

We’re officially into the new year, and the sports calendar is loaded. On this episode of Dead End Sports , we turn our attention to the NBA as contenders and pretenders start to separate, with Christmas Day matchups sparking a new Spurs vs Thunder rivalry and the Pistons making noise atop the East. We then shift to college football, breaking down the College Football Playoff semifinals after a wi...

The AFC playoff race has become unpredictable as several of the conference’s top contenders continue to slide. The Kansas City Chiefs took another loss, falling 20–10 at home to the Houston Texans. The Baltimore Ravens dropped a divisional game to the Pittsburgh Steelers, 27–22. And the Cincinnati Bengals suffered a potentially season-ending setback on the road against the Buffalo Bills, losing 39...

Week 14 belonged to the NFC North , as all eyes were on three statement wins across the division. The Detroit Lions dominated the Cowboys at home, 44–30. The Minnesota Vikings shut out the Commanders, 31–0. The Green Bay Packers revived their rivalry with a crucial 28–21 home win over the Bears. Which of these games stood out the most? And with the regular season winding down, who has the edge to...

The 2025–26 college football regular season has officially wrapped, and conference championship weekend delivered several major upsets that reshaped the playoff landscape. With new champions crowned and unexpected losses across the board, the committee’s final 12-team selection has sparked plenty of debate. Did the committee get it right? Which teams earned their spot, and which programs were left...

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Nick topped the standings last week with a strong 3–1 record, and the crew is back with another round of NFL weekly picks for Week 11. This slate includes: TB vs BUF DET vs PHI SEA vs LAR KC vs DEN Plus, who will rise — and who will fall — in the weekly standings after this week’s games? Who are YOU picking in Week 11? Drop your predictions and tell us who you think wins each matchup! Learn more a...

The Philadelphia Eagles escaped Lambeau Field with an unconvincing 10–7 win over the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football. The crew discusses what the game revealed about both teams — the Eagles’ inconsistency, the Packers’ offensive struggles, and whether either squad truly looks like a serious NFC contender. We also dive into the big questions: Should Matt LaFleur be under more scrutiny? A...

The Houston Texans improved to 4–5 after one of the wildest finishes of the season, dropping 26 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 36–29. The crew dives into what this comeback says about DeMeco Ryans as a head coach — culture, resilience, adjustments, and leadership. And on the flip side, what should we make of the Jaguars after blowing a game like this? Is t...

The Denver Broncos continue stacking wins, taking down the Las Vegas Raiders 10–7 on Thursday Night Football to move to 8–2 — now tied with the Patriots and Colts for the best record in the league. The crew debates whether the Broncos deserve top-three status in the AFC and what this latest win truly tells us about their ceiling. We also take a hard look at the Raiders after another disappointing...

The Broncos keep winning! A defensive slugfest vs the Raiders, a wild Texans comeback, and another round of NFL Week 11 picks. The Denver Broncos just keep stacking wins! After taking down the Las Vegas Raiders 10–7 on Thursday Night Football, Denver moves to 8–2, tying the Colts and Patriots for the best record in the league. Are the Broncos really a top-three team in the AFC? And is it time to h...

We are back again with another round of NFL Weekly Picks . Last week’s top dogs were Ken and Feefo , who both finished 2–2. With four key matchups on the slate, Week 10 could shake up the leaderboard. NFL Week 10 Matchups: • New England Patriots vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers • Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers • Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Chargers • Philadelphia Eagles vs Green Bay Packers...

The Buffalo Bills pulled out a hard-fought 28–21 win over their biggest rival, the Kansas City Chiefs, in a matchup that could shape the AFC playoff picture. What does this victory mean for Buffalo’s momentum, confidence, and long-term outlook in a loaded AFC race? And after nearly a decade of dominance, are the Chiefs showing real signs of regression? We break down the state of both franchises an...

The Seattle Seahawks made a statement on Sunday Night Football, dominating the Washington Commanders on the road with a 38–14 win. Is it time to take Sam Darnold and this new-look Seahawks team seriously as a real threat in the NFC? On the other side, Washington’s struggles continue. Are the Commanders already putting Jayden Daniels’ career on the wrong trajectory? We break down what Seattle’s ris...

In one of the best sports weekends in recent memory, MLB capped its season with a classic. The Los Angeles Dodgers, trailing 3–2 in the World Series, stormed back with two straight wins to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7, 5–4. What does this championship run mean for the Dodgers going forward? And the big question people keep asking: Is Shohei Ohtani already the greatest baseball player eve...

Catch the full replay of this week’s Dead End Sports live show! With the NFL season hitting its midpoint, the World Series underway, and the NBA officially back, there’s plenty to break down. From statement wins to questionable coaching decisions to early NBA drama, we’ve got all the takes right here. The baseball and football chaos nearly overshadowed it, but the NBA returned last Tuesday with tw...

This week’s Power Rankings are all about the quarterbacks under the most pressure in the 2025 NFL season. Spike Lou gives his Top 5 QBs with Something to Prove — and let’s just say a few names might surprise you. Who’s really playing for their legacy this year? Which QB has the most to lose if things go wrong? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listen...

We’re back again for another round of NFL Weekly Picks! Last week’s top dogs were Shelton “Check The Spread” Jay and Spike Lou , but with four big matchups on the slate, anything can happen this week. Our Week 7 games: • Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Detroit Lions • Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys • Indianapolis Colts vs Los Angeles Chargers • Philadelphia Eagles vs Minnesota Vikings Who are you...

The Kansas City Chiefs handled business at home with a 30–17 win over the Detroit Lions. With the AFC playoff race heating up, are the Chiefs once again the clear favorites to come out of the conference? Meanwhile, the Lions are already showing signs of familiar problems on defense — injuries and inconsistency. Is Detroit slipping back into old habits, or can they fix it before it’s too late? Lear...

The Philadelphia Eagles suffered a humiliating 34–17 loss to their division rivals, the New York Giants, at MetLife Stadium. After getting shut out in the second half and dropping two straight games, is it time to question the leadership in Philadelphia? Meanwhile, have the Giants finally found their franchise quarterback in Jaxson “I’m All About That Action” Dart? We break down what this means fo...

The Chicago Bears pulled off a thrilling Monday Night Football win over the Washington Commanders, 25–24, marking their third straight victory. But who deserves more credit for this streak — Ben Johnson or Caleb Williams? And on the flip side, is Jayden Daniels hitting a sophomore slump? We break down what this win means for both teams and whether the Bears are finally turning the corner. Learn mo...

The Chicago Bears hosted the Washington Commanders last night in a primetime showdown to kick off Week 7. The Philadelphia Eagles continue to spiral after a blowout loss to the New York Giants, and the Kansas City Chiefs keep proving they’re the team to beat in the AFC. This week, we discuss: The Eagles’ leadership crisis and if Jaxson Dart is the guy in New York The Chiefs’ AFC dominance and the...

Another wild weekend of football is in the books! 🏈 In this episode: College football delivered multiple shockers — No. 9 Texas fell to Florida, No. 7 Penn State lost to UCLA, and Colorado took another tough loss to TCU. Which upset stood out most? And is it time to talk about Arch Manning? Thursday Night Football gave us an overtime thriller as Mac Jones and the 49ers edged the Rams 26–23. Are t...