Opinionated Benchwarmers's Podcast

The coaching carousel in the NBA continues as Coach Doc Rivers is out in L.A. (2:30). The guys predict where Doc will end up next (13:00). The NBA finals table is set and the guys discuss (23:30). Which leads to a discussion of the "Jimmy Butler Effect" on the Miami Heat (30:00). They then give their NBA Finals predictions (32:10). As they shift into the NFL they decide to tackle the woes...

After AD's amazing buzzer beater in Game 2 of the WCF the fellas have a lot to say about it (1:00). They then discuss if Lebron was indeed snubbed for NBA MVP (14:30). After yet another early playoff exit OB feels it is time to discuss the legacy of James Harden (19:15). Surprisingly to everyone the Clippers get an early ticket home and the fellas do not spare them (40:00). Week 2 of the NFL t...

We got football people! The fellas start this episode expressing their first impression of some season openers in week 1 (3:20). Which leads to a discussion of how the NFL could right their wrongs when it comes to social injustices (11:30). They give their under performers for week 1 (23:35) and over performers (44:30). They also give their predictions of game 7 of the Clippers/Nuggets (53:55) and...

OB is excited to welcome NFL football back. They "kick" it off by discussing the bizarre events that took place in the Jadaveon Clowney sweepstakes (2:00). The OB team also breaks down how effective Leonard Fournette will be on his new team the Bucs (10:55). They then shift the conversation to discuss the NFL week 1 headlines that interest them (22:23). They also give their updated thought...

The fellas start the episode announcing the winner of their Madden Giveaway (4:20). They then transition in to the historic NBA boycott and its effect (8:30). The NBA playoffs has restarted and the guys have some pretty hot predictions (23:33). They wrap this episode up giving out fantasy football draft tips to help dominate your upcoming drafts (36:10).

NBA Playoffs are here! The OB boys break it all down. Was the NBA bubble a success (2:32)? The fellas also discuss who was the most impactful breakout player in the NBA bubble (4:30). Damian Lillard is on tear in the bubble and it lead to interesting conversation (13:00). The OB team also gives their 1st round play off predictions and much more (28:10). Enjoy!

On this episode Rob and Carlos welcomes back Ramon to the podcast! They discuss the MLB and their season woes (4:00). Which leads them to lending their opinion on if the NFL has done enough to ensure that their season will take place despite the pandemic (10:00). With the NBA Restart in action the fellas talk Lakers and Clippers and the way that they matchup (26:00). They also give their predictio...

Rob and Carlos cover a lot of ground in the sports world in this episode. The fellas start off talking about Odell's round table discussion (3:00). Rob delivers an apology (15:30). Rob and Los then discuss the big money contracts in the NFL (17:30). They discuss Dak and him not being able to get a deal done with Cowboys (41:00). Desean Jackson found himself in some hot water and the guys give...

NBA players have arrived to the bubble, meaning we are that much closer to NBA action. Is an NBA restart a distraction (4:00)? The fellas also discuss if the college football season is in jeopardy (13:00). The fellas are then joined by Darnell Lazare, Assistant coach for the New Orleans Pelicans (18:00). They get into his experience as being a young coach in the NBA (24:00). They get Darnell's...

On this episode Los and Rob are joined by none other than NFL sports agent Ron Butler (8:30). Ron discusses a vital trait that gives him an advantage over other NFL sports agents in the industry (15:30). The guys also discuss their thoughts on the Drew Brees's "comments" which leads to the guys sharing their "experiences" (18:00). Ron also shares what he thinks it takes to see...

The OB boys start off very grateful (1:00). They then express their thoughts on the sad murder of George Floyd (5:00). The fellas also discuss their thoughts on Stephen Jackson's remarks on the untimely death of his good friend George Floyd (12:30). With a potential NBA conference-less playoffs on the horizon the fellas talk about their potential favorite 1st round matchup (29:15) and much mor...

OB boys are back like 45! The fellas managed to have a loaded episode despite the sports world being on hold. They discuss the highly anticipated doc "The Last Dance" (5:00). The guys also discuss  if Phil Jackson is the greatest coach of all time regardless of sport (26:00). Is the NBA watered down compared to the era Jordan played in (32:00)? The fellas also discuss which young superstar...

OB is back and they open up paying respects to their favorite athlete Kobe Bean Bryant (2:00). They then discuss the all star weekend robbery (17:00). The guys also discuss if Giannis picks his all star teams based on competitiveness or his heart (30:00). They also get into NBA talk starting with the scope of the Western Conference (32:00). Has Kuz taken a step back this season? (35:00). Can the P...

LSU is in the national championship and the fellas aren't hiding who they are rooting for. The guys break down what this game means to LSU and their fans (4:30). They predict if Joe will break the all-time NCAA passing td record (10:00). They also predict the game flow (14:15). How does this current LSU team stack up against the greatest of all time? (17:00). The fellas also discuss the NFL pr...

Wild card weekend was wild and the fellas have a lot to say about it. Rob opens up with his annoyance with the home team after his Saints take a tough loss  to the Vikings (1:30). Has father time finally caught up with Drew and Tom (38:00). They also discuss who is most responsible for the Patriots dynasty Tom or Coach Bill (45:00). With the natty coming up the fellas discuss their LSU tigers and...

Fresh off the CFP rankings LSU comes out # 1 and the LSU alumni has a lot to say about it (2:00). They also had to discuss BJ (Bayou Jeaux after his magnificent performance in the SEC championship (20:30).  Rob has to make a sincere apology (35:30). They also discuss OBJ, does he want in or out of Cleveland? (39:45). They also discuss the Sean McVay effect in a copy cat league (46:30). Which leads...

After the LSU Tigers huge win in Tuscaloosa the fellas are pumped (2:00). They get into if Nick Saban was flustered during this big matchup (5:00). They also on touch on Joe Burrow's impressive performance on the big stage (17:30). The fellas also discuss if Clyde Edwards-Helaire is underrated (21:30).They discuss which WR core won the battle (26:30). Also, with Minny upsetting Penn St. the fe...

The college football scene is starting to crystalize and the guys break it down starting with the Heisman Race (22:00). Then they move on to discuss "the game of the century" (Bama vs. LSU) (24:00). Next they discuss the potential NCCAF playoff ranking (31:00). They shift to the NFL scene by discussing the potential NFL coach of the year (38:00). Embiid vs Kat rumble is also discussed (49:...

Ramon and Rob discuss the college football rankings and their thoughts on it (3:30). They also give their take on the Heisman race (20:00). The guys transition to discuss rather CBS dropped the ball on the monster matchup between Bama and LSU (24:10). They also discuss if it's time for John Elway resign in Denver (33:30) With the NBA debut set for this week the guys shift into their debut expe...

In Ramon's absence Carlos and Rob hold it down discussing their Saints and Rams match (1:00). Believe it or not the Saints became a victim of another bad call and the guys had a lot to say bout it (13:00). They get into some of the major injuries around the league and how it effects their respective teams and your fantasy rosters (21:00).Then discuss AB's debut (44:00) and much more. Enjoy...

The guys dissect a "Fun Week of Football". They start off discussing the AB saga (3:00). They predict if AB will actually end the season as a Patriot (20:10). Then they move on to discuss how their fantasy football team fared for week 1 (32:13). Ramon,Carlos and Rob give their take on the fantasy studs and duds of week 1 (35:00).They also get into who was the most impressive team coming ou...

What happens when Carlos comes in town? Another awesome episode! Ramon,Carlos, and Rob starts off giving an outlook of what they saw in the 1st week of college football (2:00). Next, they dive into the NFL discussing some of the major trades around the NFL just in time for the season opener (16:30). Things get a little heated when the guys discuss their top 3 NFC and AFC teams going into the seaso...

In this exciting episode the fellas discuss the shocking news of the retirement of the Indianapolis Colts Franchise QB, Andrew Luck. They then move on to the topic everyone has been waiting for and that is the results of the OB podcast fantasy football draft! They break down the draft and give fantasy football drafting tips with a special guest (Brock). They finally react to the news of the Lakers...

The team is all back together for this episode. They cover a lot of ground. OB starts off discussing their surprise players in the NFL preseason so far. They also shift to fantasy football giving up there most prized fantasy draft methods. They then discuss Jay-Z's most recent controversial business move. The Rich Paul rule is discussed and much more! Be sure to follow the team on IG and twitt...

With fantasy football drafts quickly approaching OB continues to deliver fantasy football content. With the absence of Los and Ramon, Rob was joined by Adlai Stevenson who is no stranger to the pod. They discuss their Saints' offseason moves. They also tackle David Griffin's comments about LeBron. Then finally they rank their top 10 ppr TE's in the fantasy draft and much more!