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Fresh Takes is back in the studio for the week. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the winter sports heading into the playoffs. They talk about the NBA play in games so far and what to expect through the first couple of rounds. The guys talk some NHL as the Rangers take home the President's Cup. Lastly, Paul talks about Syracuse's spring game this weekend for football.

For the second year in a row, the UConn Huskies are men's college basketball champions. Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss the tournament as a whole from what was an eventful season of college hoops. The guys talk about the legacy of this team and where they rank all-time. They also talk about the South Carolina Gamecocks securing the women's crown and locking up an undefeated season. Nick...

Fresh Takes discusses plenty of sports topics on this edition of the podcast. Nick Felice and Paul Russo begin with the upcoming eclipse next week and what they are looking forward to on Monday. Then the guys talk about the Final Four for both men's and women's brackets. Nick and Paul then talk about the opening weekend of baseball games and Paul recaps and rants about his NASCAR weekend i...

Nick Felice and Paul Russo have plenty to discuss on this week's edition of Fresh Takes. The guys begin with a very chalky Sweet Sixteen in March Madness. But it hasn't been the higher seeds dominating. The guys discuss the opening rounds and preview the weekend of hoops ahead. Nick and Paul turn to Opening Day for the MLB on Thursday. The guys talk about the excitement ahead of the 2024 b...

The boys of summer are wrapping up their spring activities and the 2024 MLB season is here. Fresh Takes tackles the season ahead. Paul Russo and Nick Felice preview the season. They make their predictions, discuss the headline-making players, and what to expect throughout the summer months.

Nick Felice and Paul Russo are back with an all-new Fresh Takes. The guys take a look at the NCAA Tournament landscape as auto-bids are being secured as the power conferences get their tournaments started. With NFL free agency in full swing, Nick and Paul discuss the major signings like Kirk Cousins to Atlanta, Saquon Barkley to the Eagles, and Derrick Henry to Baltimore. The guys close spending a...

Nick Felice and Paul Russo are ready for one of their favorite times of the sports year, March Madness. The guys discuss the teams looking to make it into the big dance as power conferences wrap up their regular season and the mid-majors start tournament play. They also talk about who is number one as the cycle continues of no one seemingly wants to hold that crown.

The Super Bowl has come and gone, which means a new season is upon us. Fresh Takes dives into recapping the big game, that saw the Chiefs repeat as champions over the 49ers in overtime. Paul and Nick then switch over to baseball as all teams have had their pitchers and catchers report to spring training sites over the past five days. They wrap up the show talking NASCAR with the Daytona 500 this S...

Tune in to Fresh Takes with hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo as they dive into the highly anticipated Super Bowl showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. In this episode, Nick and Paul provide expert analysis, breaking down key players, game strategies, and predictions for the big game. Additionally, they explore the exciting fanfare surrounding the Super Bowl, discussi...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo on Fresh Takes as they dive into the excitement of the NFL Conference Championship Weekend, breaking down the thrilling victories of the Chiefs over the Ravens and the 49ers' come-from-behind win against the Lions. In this episode, the duo provides a comprehensive recap of each game and offers early insights into the upcoming Super Bowl showdown. Shifting...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo on Fresh Takes as they navigate the aftermath of a thrilling NFL Divisional Round, reflecting on the heartbreaks and triumphs of the Bills, Buccaneers, Packers, and Texans. In this episode, the duo offers an exclusive preview of the upcoming Conference Championship Weekend, analyzing the matchups between the Ravens and Chiefs and the 49ers and Lions. Shifting...

Join hosts Paul Russo and Nick Felice on Fresh Takes as they navigate the aftermath of a thrilling Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL. In this episode, the duo dissects the unexpected blowouts of the Cowboys and Eagles, pondering the future of these teams and making bold predictions for the upcoming Divisional Round. Shifting gears to the college football realm, Paul and Nick delve into the coachi...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo on Fresh Takes as they dive into the thrilling conclusion of the NFL regular season. In this episode, the duo delivers a comprehensive recap of the season, setting the stage for the upcoming Super Wild Card Weekend and predicting matchups that will define the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. Switching gears to the college gridiron, Nick and Paul dissect M...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo on Fresh Takes as they unravel the gripping College Football Playoff semifinals. In this episode, the duo dissects the thrilling overtime victory by Michigan and scrutinizes Alabama's fourth-down call. Nick and Paul also dive into the Sugar Bowl, where Washington narrowly survived against Texas, setting the stage for an electrifying championship game. Shif...

In this episode, Nick and Paul kick off with a comprehensive recap of the weekend in the NFL, diving into the quarterback shake-ups and dissecting the evolving playoff picture with just two weeks left in the regular season. The duo shares their bold Week 17 predictions and shifts gears to the thrilling world of college bowl season, discussing standout matchups, notable performances, and the evolvi...

In this episode, Nick and Paul break down the weekend's NFL action, sharing their insights on the Bills dominating the Cowboys and the Chargers parting ways with head coach Brandon Staley. Gear up for Week 16 as the hosts make their picks and predictions. Shifting to the college gridiron, the duo explores the exciting bowl season, with Paul offering his expert picks for the second week of matc...

In this episode of Fresh Takes, hosts Paul Russo and Nick Felice unravel the NFL drama from the past weekend, dissecting the Chiefs' loss to the Bills and the aftermath. The duo delves into the accomplishments of New York's football teams, highlighting Tommy Devito and Zach Wilson's conference offensive player of the week honors. They navigate through the peculiar results that tightene...

In this episode of Fresh Takes, hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo delve into the College Football Playoff field, discussing the surprises and notable absences, like undefeated Florida State. They break down the action from conference championship weekend, sharing insights into the future of college football. The hosts also analyze Fran Brown's opening remarks from his introductory press confere...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo in this special Thanksgiving weekend episode of Fresh Takes as they navigate the post-holiday turmoil in the NFL. The duo reflects on the rough Thanksgiving games and delves into the Bills' overtime heartbreak against the Eagles, dissecting key moments that left fans on the edge of their seats. Nick and Paul share their insights and predictions as the begi...

Join hosts Nick Felice and Paul Russo in the latest episode of Fresh Takes as they navigate the exhilarating twists and turns of Week 11 in the NFL. The dynamic duo dissects the headline-making games, delivering spirited commentary on the standout plays and unexpected surprises that unfolded. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the NFL landscape as Nick and Paul provide expert insights and...

In this episode, the hosts dive into the NFL weekend, dissecting the Bills' challenging season and the team's decision to part ways with offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey. Explore the impact of Deshaun Watson's season-ending injury on the Browns' pursuit of the AFC North title and catch up on last weekend's picks as Nick and Paul gear up for Week 11, featuring standout matchups,...

In this episode, dive deep into the thrilling moments of the past NFL weekend as Nick and Paul dissect standout performances, unexpected upsets, and game-changing plays. Tune in as they recap their previous week's picks and make bold selections for Week 10, offering valuable insights for football enthusiasts and bettors alike. Shifting to the college football arena, the hosts navigate the afte...

In this episode, dive deep into the past weekend of the NFL as Paul and Nick explore the unpredictability of the league, discussing the challenges in determining the best team amidst fierce competition. They dissect the intriguing trades made at the deadline, notably the Washington Commanders' strategic moves and the surprising firing of Raiders' head coach Josh McDaniels, adding layers of...

In this episode, dive deep into the Week Seven results of the NFL, where unexpected outcomes and standout performances took center stage. Paul and Nick dissect the games, offering sharp analysis and bold predictions for what's ahead in Week Eight. Prepare for a thrilling discussion as they make their picks, with Nick regaining sole possession of first place in their predictions battle. The exc...

Get ready for another exhilarating episode of Fresh Takes, where hosts Paul Russo and Nick Felice deliver insightful analysis and bold predictions on the latest sports action. In this episode, they dissect the surprises of Week Six in the NFL. They discuss the downfall of undefeated teams and the unexpected losses of supposed juggernauts like the 49ers and Eagles. With their unique perspective, Pa...