Our View From the Bench

The guys are back on the bench and have a conversation that explores the upcoming Enhanced Games set to take place in Vegas in 2026, focusing on the implications of allowing performance-enhancing drugs in sports. Brendan and Corey discuss the concept of enhanced athletes, concerns about athlete safety, fairness in competition, and the potential influence on younger generations. They debate the eth...

In this episode, Brendan and Corey dive into the NBA Finals matchup between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder. They discuss the surprising journey of the Pacers to the finals, the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, and the impact of coaching experience on the series. With both teams seeking their first championship*, the guys express excitement for a competitive series and anal...

In this episode, the guys are back on the bench to discuss the Stanley Cup Final featuring a rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. They recap the thrilling game one, analyze team dynamics and player performances, and delve into the historical context of Stanley Cup rematches. The conversation also touches on the importance of player health and the impact of travel on performanc...

The Oklahoma City Thunder are headed to the NBA Finals! 🏀⚡After an incredible run through the Western Conference, the Thunder have officially punched their ticket to the 2025 NBA Finals. In this video, the guys break down how OKC dominated the West, key performances, turning points in the series, and what this means for their championship hopes.

Corey and Brendan are back on the bench and here to to predict the NBA conference finals. They go through each series and give their winner and in how many games.

The boys are back on the bench and they are here to talk about the rigged NBA. Well at least the NBA draft lottery is rigged...right? There is one league who does the draft right...the NHL did it live on tv! Maybe something the NBA should think about. The guys get into it and discuss some of the conspiracy theories over the years.

The guys are back on the bench to catch up on the start of the 2025 MLB season. With all the playoffs going on in the NBA and NHL they forgot to do a MLB season preview episode so time to catch up on the headlines so far.

The guys are back and here to talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Of course that means the OVFTB hockey analyst Aaron is back to help get the guys ready for the chase to the cup. They are all going to share their playoff bracket for the bracket challenge.

The guys are back on the bench to discuss the NBA playoffs. After a crazy ending to the season to determine all the matchups it is time to preview the run to the finals.

The guys are back on the Bench to discuss March Madness! Every March we all act like we have been watching college basketball all year and picking our brackets with some knowledge. The guys are here to pick a couple favorites, underdogs and ultimately who they see winning the whole thing.

The guys are back to react to some of the big NFL free agency moves so far. The guys are not going to go over years and dollar amounts, they are going to talk more about a few teams making big moves to go all in for the 2025 season.

The guys are back and when it comes to hockey they have to invite OVFTB's hockey analyst Aaron. Aaron is here to break down his 5 most impactful trades that went down this season. There is one player that might come up twice.

The guys are back! Corey went to the NHL Stadium Series Game at the Horseshoe in Columbus, Ohio and shares his experience. That got the guys thinking of sporting events that were played in not so normal locations. Which games do you think should have been mentioned?

The guys are back on the bench and talking "ABS." MLB is trying out the Automatic Ball-Strike Challenging System during Spring Training this year that they have been using in the minors. The guys explain how it works before getting to some of the reactions from players and umpires.

The guys are back and here to talk about a different side of sports. The guys are joined by special guest JoJo Maestrado, Anaheim Ducks Marketing/Promotions Manager. Ducks fans may know him as DJ JoJo. Before they dive into the sports marketing world though the guys have to ask JoJo about the 4 Nations Face-Off title game.

The guys are back.........to talk some hockey! The NHL is trying a new thing instead of an All Star Game, they are having the first ever 4 Nations Face Off. Since Brendan and Corey aren't hockey experts they brought in some help. Benchwarmers let's all welcome Our View From the Bench Hockey Analyst, Aaron.

Well the guys are back to give their reactions to Super Bowl LIX, although it wasn't much of a game. Now the question is.... do the Eagles relate next year?

The guys are back to react to the very active NBA Trade Deadline. They are bringing back a classic segment style to hit the main trades, it is time for Raise or Fold?

The guys are back to give their Super Bowl LIX predictions. But before they reveal their picks they decided to do a 5 leg parlay on the game, they brought back one of their favorite segments, 5 ON IT. Finally the guys give their picks for the winning team, final score, MVP and of course the most important thing....the color of gatorade dumped on the winning coach.

The guys jumped back on to react to the breaking news of the Luka AD trade. What just happened? Who is getting the better end of this deal?

The guys are back to discuss the Chiefs and how they can win their 3rd straight Super Bowl. Does Patrick Mahomes rewrite the history books again? Let's see how the guys think the Chiefs can pull it off.

The guys are back to to preview the Super Bowl from the Eagles side of things. They discuss how they can win. They discuss who will be a reason why they win. They discuss how they will win. You rooting for the Eagles?

The guys are back to recap the Divisional Round from last weekend, let's be honest no one picked the Commanders. Then it is time to make their picks for the Super Bowl matchup. Who has the right matchup?

It is time to crown a champion in college football. The guys are back to give their preview and predictions of the big game. Before they get started though Brendan has an offer for a friend who roots for Ohio State. Who you got winning it all?

The guys are back to recap the NFC Wild Card matchups and how they did with their picks last week. We are now onto the NFC Divisional Round! Do the Lions move on to their 2nd straight NFC title game? Do the Rams shock the world and win in Philly?