Nerd Sesh

The nerds are joined by JokicJoestar to discuss how the NBA hit a home with the in-season tournament, how LeBron James continues to dominate in remarkable fashion after destroying the Phoenix Suns, what the ceiling is for Zion Williamson & the New Orleans Pelicans, how big the gap is between Nikola Jokic and the rest of the NBA, and what the best destinations are for Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan...

The nerds react to Week 13 of NFL action. They discuss whether the refs are to blame for missing a key call as the Green Bay Packers upset the Kansas City Chiefs, how Jordan Love has proven himself as a franchise-caliber QB, and why the San Francisco 49ers are clearly the best team in football again after throttling the Philadelphia Eagles.  Timestamps 00:00:35 - Thoughts on the officiating from t...

The nerds discuss why Steve Kerr is overhated & the Golden State Warriors still don’t need to panic, where Victor Wembanyama has struggled & where he’s excelled in his rookie season, whether Cade Cunningham is really to blame for the Pistons’ struggles, and if Luka Doncic’s Dallas Mavericks and DeAaron Fox’s Sacramento Kings were underrated coming into the year.  Timestamps 00:00:40 - Do y...

The nerds are joined by Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight to discuss how LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers can improve to ultimately become contenders again, whether Kevin Durant & Devin Booker are the best scoring duo ever and what that means for the Phoenix Suns' ceiling, and how impressive Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo & the Milwaukee Bucks' recent turnaround really is. Then, t...

The nerds react to Week 12 of NFL action, breaking down how the Buffalo Bills somehow lost to the Philadelphia Eagles despite Josh Allen's masterclass, how Lamar Jackson & the Baltimore Ravens handled business versus Justin Herbert & the LA Chargers, and the Pittsburgh Steelers' revitalized offense with Kenny Pickett now free of Matt Canada. Timestamps 00:00:48 - What can we take away from...

The nerds break down the Monday Night Football showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles and discuss what Patrick Mahomes will have to do to overcome his wide receivers’ issues, whether Jalen Hurts deserves to be the MVP favorite and if the Steelers will improve after firing Matt Canada. Then, they dive deep into some of the NBA's best young cores, discussing how the OKC Thun...

The nerds react to Week 11 of NFL action, discussing whether the Denver Broncos are legit after beating the Minnesota Vikings for their fourth straight win, whether Justin Fields is playing too well for the Chicago Bears to move on from despite a loss to the Detroit Lions, and if it’s time for the Pittsburgh Steelers to move on from Kenny Pickett after a tough loss to the Cleveland Browns. They al...

The nerds bring on Theo Ash of the Stay Hot podcast to discuss what Joe Burrow’s season-ending injury means for the Cincinnati Bengals, why Lamar Jackson remains underrated after leading the Baltimore Ravens to a win on Thursday Night Football, and whether Ken Dorsey’s firing was scapegoating other issues for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills.  Then, they react to Deshaun Watson’s season-ending inj...

The nerds bring on Matthew Sponhour of the Stay Hot podcast to discuss which NBA teams with high expectations should be entering panic mode. They react to the Los Angeles Clippers’ abysmal stretch since adding James Harden, discuss whether Steph Curry & the Golden State Warriors are in trouble after losing four straight games, and lay out where LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers can still improv...

The nerds react to the Buffalo Bills’ humiliating Monday Night Football loss to the Denver Broncos. They discuss how much responsibility Josh Allen bears, why it’s time to move on from Sean McDermott and Ken Dorsey, and what the team can do to retool for next season. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

The nerds react to Week 10 of NFL action, discussing the Detroit Lions’ big win over the LA Chargers despite Justin Herbert’s excellent performance, CJ Stroud’s huge clutch showing in a win over Joe Burrow & the Cincinnati Bengals, how Lamar Jackson cost the Baltimore Ravens versus the Cleveland Browns, and what the 49ers proved in a dominant win. Timestamps 00:00:52 - The Lions outlast the Ch...

The nerds give their NFL midseason award selections, making the case for Lamar Jackson as MVP and Tyreek Hill as OPOY, debating whether TJ Watt or Myles Garrett makes the stronger DPOY case, and discussing where CJ Stroud ranks among the best rookie QBs ever. Timestamps 00:00:33 - Why Lamar Jackson should win Most Valuable Player 00:11:21 - Should Tyreek Hill or Christian McCaffrey win Offensive P...

The nerds break down the Minnesota Timberwolves’ impressive recent stretch as Anthony Edwards ascends to superstar status, how James Harden fit with the LA Clippers in his debut, why Julius Randle continues to hold the New York Knicks back, how Joel Embiid has gotten even better for the Philadelphia 76ers, and how Scottie Barnes has flipped a switch for the Toronto Raptors. Timestamps 00:00:47 - A...

The nerds break down a wild Week 9 of NFL action. They discuss Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals’ big win over Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles maintaining NFC East dominance over Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys, and Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs besting Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins. Timestamps 00:00:40 - Bengals-Bills 00:22:54...

Carson Breber breaks down Victor Wembanyama’s dominant showing versus Kevin Durant, Devin Booker & the Phoenix Suns, and explains why he may be the greatest defensive prospect ever and the best rookie this century. Then, he dives into how concerned Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokoumpo & the Milwaukee Bucks should be after a rough defensive stretch, ranks the Top 5 scorers in the NBA from S...

The nerds break down some of their NBA early season standouts. They discuss why Steph Curry’s dominant play isn’t the only reason the Golden State Warriors look much better than last year, how Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks have overachieved expectations, and why Chet Holmgren has helped elevate the Oklahoma City Thunder as the best young core in the league. Timestamps 00:00:39 - Which conte...

The nerds react to James Harden being traded to the LA Clippers and explain why his newest Big 3 with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George won’t result in a title. Then, they discuss why Joel Embiid & the Philadelphia 76ers are in a concerning place after the deal.  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti...

The nerds react to all NFL Week 8 action! They break down why the San Francisco 49ers can’t win the Super Bowl with Brock Purdy playing like he did in their loss to Joe Burrow & the Cincinnati Bengals, explain why Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs don’t need to panic despite a loss to the Denver Broncos, and discuss whether Jalen Hurts & the Philadelphia Eagles have re-emerged as...

The nerds react to all the standout NBA action of the last two days. They break down how Damian Lillard changes everything for the Milwaukee Bucks after an impressive game vs. the 76ers, react to LeBron James leading the LA Lakers to barely escape Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns, dive into what Victor Wembanyama showed in his debut, and explain why Kristaps Porzingis is a perfect fit for the Bos...

The nerds react to opening night of the 2023-24 NBA season! They discuss whether Devin Booker proved that he is the best player on the Phoenix Suns, what flaws were exposed in Steph Curry's supporting cast for the Golden State Warriors, why Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets remain the kings of the West, and why Anthony Davis was extremely disappointing for the Los Angeles Lakers.  Timestamps 00:00:41...

The nerds give their NBA award predictions and final preseason power rankings. They discuss why Nikola Jokic will win MVP again, whether the Heat can replicate last year’s success, and if the Nuggets, Lakers, Celtics or Bucks will claim the Larry O’Brien trophy. Timestamps 00:00:42 - Most Valuable Player 00:06:12 - Rookie of the Year 00:13:52 - Defensive Player of the Year 00:18:27 - Most Improved...

The nerds react to Week 7 action around the NFL. They discuss what Jalen Hurts’ & the Philadelphia Eagles showed in a dominant win over Tua Tagovailoa & the Miami Dolphins, if the Josh Allen & the Buffalo Bills are still contenders after a terrible loss to the New England Patriots, and if Lamar Jackson has the Baltimore Ravens as a bona-fide Super Bowl threat.   Timestamps 00:00:33 - W...

The nerds play some NFL "would you rather," discussing whether they'd most like to build around Trevor Lawrence, Justin Herbert, or Joe Burrow, if the Miami Dolphins offense rivals the Greatest Show on Turf, and whether Lamar Jackson or Jalen Hurts is the better QB. Timestamps 00:00:34 - Burrow, Herbert, or Lawrence? 00:05:09 - Takeaways for Jaguars-Saints 00:9:58 - 49ers or Browns Defense? 00:16:...

The nerds give their predictions for the Northwest Division. They discuss whether Nikola Jokic can lead the Denver Nuggets to repeat as Western Conference champions, why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren will form one of the NBA’s most formidable future duos and lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to the playoffs, and how Anthony Edwards can get the Minnesota Timberwolves back on track. Timesta...

The nerds give their predictions for the NBA’s Pacific Division as Logan reveals why he believes LeBron James, Anthony Davis & the Los Angeles Lakers are the title favorites. Then, the nerds discuss why Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors & Kevin Durant’s Phoenix Suns have both improved, why the Sacramento Kings have likely reached their ceiling, and why the Los Angeles Clippers can’t be c...