Sandoval Benched Podcast

In this episode we discuss the return of Ja after his 25-game suspension. We then discuss the big win the Warriors had against the Celtics. We take a look around the NBA and discuss the current situations with some contenting teams. We then recap week 15 of the NFL season and discuss potential playoff scenarios.

In this episode, we discuss the Draymond Green suspension and what it means for Golden State. We then discuss the Ohtani move to the Dodgers. Finally, we recap Sunday's NFL games and the firing of Brandon Staley and who the Chargers should target for their next head coach. 

In this episode, we discuss the impending decision of Ohtani and where he might end up. We also discuss the blockbuster trade the Yankees made for Juan Soto. We then discuss the college football playoff and Florida State getting hosed and why Texas is the team that doesn't belong. We then check in with the NBA and discuss issues with the Warriors. We close out with a week 13 recap in the NFL and p...

In this episode, we recap the last month of storylines. We discuss the Johnathan Smith back-stabbing that happened today after the Civil War loss. We then check in with the NFL and I discuss my new short list of Super Bowl Contenders. Finally, we discuss the current NBA landscape and where things stand today. 

In this episode, we discuss the World Series, NBA over/under and season picks. We then make our picks for week 8 of the NFL season

In this episode, we recap the MLB playoffs and preview the NLCS and ALCS. We discuss the update to the Trevor Bauer situation. We check in with college football and we recap week 5 of the NFL season and preview week 6. 

In this episode we discuss the Dame trade and what it means for the Bucks and the rest of the Eastern Conference. We then check in with the MLB playoffs as teams clinch on the final day of the regular season. We then discuss college football and the Chandler Jones situation. We then conclude with week 4 picks. 

*Trigger Warning* This episode does discuss sexual assault with regard to the Mel Tucker situation. In this episode, we discuss the Mel Tucker situation at Michigan State and why he was fired. We then discuss the failures of the San Diego Padres and the PAC 2's potential plan to save the PAC 12. We then make our picks for week 3 in the NFL.

In this episode, we recap the 1st week of the NFL season and discuss the Aaron Rodgers injury. I also make my week 2 picks and discuss Team USA losing in the bronze metal game against Canada.

In this episode, we discuss the start of the college football season and the depth of the PAC 12 and why Oregon State is the team to watch this year.  We then discuss the MLB standings as we head into the final month of the season.  Finally, we make our parlay picks for the 1st week of the NFL season. 

In this episode, we discuss each team's projected win total and I make my predictions for the upcoming NFL season.

In this episode, we discuss the death of the PAC 12 and who is at fault and why this is happening. I talk about soccer for one minute and then we breakdown NFL teams by tiers.

In this episode we recap the free agency signings in the NBA. We also discuss the Dame trade request and Wemby's summer league debut. 

In this episode we recap the NBA draft and discuss the recent trades in the NBA. I discuss why I actually love the CP3 trade for the Warriors. We also discuss Porzingis to the Celtics and Smart to the Grizzlies. Finally, I recap season 2 of The Bear. 

In this episode, we discuss the Bradley Beal to the Suns trade and possible trades for Damian Lillard. We check in with MLB and the new rules, we also discuss the Oakland A's leaving the Bay Area.

In this episode, we recap the NBA Finals and congratulate the Denver Nuggets on their first championship. We then discuss the potential for a dynasty and how Denver built a winner. We then discuss the tough Miami Heat team and what's next for their roster. 

In this episode, we recap the first 2 games of the NBA finals. I then discuss why I believe the Denver Nuggets will be the next great dynasty in the NBA. We then discuss why coaching is important and the next steps for the Boston Celtics and LA Lakers. 

In the episode, we recap the first rounds of the NBA Playoffs and discuss each team's outlook after getting eliminated. We then discuss the ECF and WCF and the key matchups. I also eviscerate Jordan Poole for a bit.

In this episode, we discuss the current NBA standings. We discuss the Ja Morant situation and the suspension from the team. We also discuss the Suns with KD and why I think the Nuggets have the best chance to come out of the west. Finally, we check in with the Eastern Conference and I explain why I'm not completely out on the Sixers. 

In this episode, we recap the trade deadline in the NBA. We discuss the Lakers moves, KD to the Suns, Kyrie to the Mavs and more. Finally, we discuss the new AI technology ChatGPT. 

In this episode, we vent our frustrations about the crushing loss by the 49ers due to injury. We discuss the potential QB situation for the 49ers and the retirement of Tom Brady. We also discuss the Bengals Chiefs game preview the Super Bowl between the Eagles and Chiefs. Finally, we discuss the recent coaching hires. 

In this episode, we recap the Divisional round and preview the Conference championship games. We discuss the options for Dallas after their loss to the 49ers. We discuss the slow offensive output from the Bills and the injury to Mahomes. we then discuss some NBA storylines, Lebron's scoring, KD's Injury and the wide open Western Conference as well as the Eastern Conference. Finally, we discuss the...

In this episode, we preview the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs.

In this episode, we recap the exciting Wild Card weekend in the NFL and discuss the meltdown by the Chargers. We also discuss the absence of Lamar Jackson and if we have seen him play his last game for the Ravens. We discuss the rest of the games and storylines as well.

In this episode, we preview the wild card weekend in the NFL. We discuss the impressive win by the Detroit Lions and the murky future of Aaron Rodgers. We then discuss the Lovie Smith firing and question the decisions of the Houston Texans. Finally, we end with a review of the movie 'Megan'