Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre

Jason discusses what's next for the Los Angeles Chargers after making quarterback Justin Herbert the highest paid player in NFL history, debates with his producer whether or not New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley should view his amended franchise tag as a 'win' or not and explains why the Boston Celtics ultimately decided to give Jaylen Brown a $300+ million contract extension. Follow Jas...

Jason discusses what the Saudi's $1.1 billion offer for International soccer star Kylian Mbappe means for the future of American sports leagues like the NBA and American sports stars like LeBron James. Later, UCLA quarterback and 2x NIL Athlete of the Year Chase Griffin swings by to discuss the future of NIL, the importance of revenue sharing in college sports, the difference in media coverage bet...

Jason discusses what Lionel Messi's iconic MLS debut means for the sport of soccer moving forward in America, what the financial future holds for NFL running backs like Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry and Nick Chubb following their well-reported meeting of the minds over the weekend and why exactly Steph Curry left LeBron James off his all-time NBA starting five (again).  Follow Jason on Twitter and...

Jason brings us the third of his weekly NFL division previews heading into the start of the regular season, this time with the NFC North. Will the Minnesota Vikings repeat as division champs? How far will the Green Bay Packers fall without Aaron Rodgers? Should you be buying into all the Detroit Lions hype? Can Justin Fields resurrect the Chicago Bears? J-Mac has the answer to all those questions....

Jason shares his thoughts on Pro Bowl running back Saquon Barkley publicly declaring that he's considering sitting out the entire 2023 NFL season since he never got the long-term contract he was seeking from the New York Giants. Later, J-Mac discusses all the drama surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers and gives out a few trade scenarios involving disgruntled big man Joel Embiid.  Follow Jason on Twi...

Jason is joined by former NFL Executive of the Year and The Athletic NFL analyst Randy Mueller, and the guys discuss why Pro Bowl running backs Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs weren’t able to secure long-term deals from their respective clubs, realistic expectations for Daniel Jones in his second season with Brian Daboll, if Jalen Hurts is really the best quarterback in the NFC right now, whether t...

Jason is joined by FOX Sports MLB analyst Ben Verlander, and the guys discuss Shohei Ohtani's uncertain future with the Los Angeles Angels, whether or not the New York Yankees should take a swing at the two-way star ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, why the New York Mets and San Diego Padres have been such disappointments, how the new pitch clock is effecting older pitchers (like his brother, Justi...

Jason shares his thoughts on former All Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins securing the bag from the Tennessee Titans and explains why Monday is such a big day for Pro Bowl running backs Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram . Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts! #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Jason explains why he has a problem with Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf listing Antonio Brown as the second greatest wide receiver ever and shares his own list of the top 5 receivers in NFL history. Later, J-Mac brings us the second of his weekly NFL division previews heading into the start of the regular season, this time with the NFC West. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram . Click...

Jason is joined by The Ringer’s Kevin Clark, and the guys discuss the season-long outlook for Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets, the one team in the AFC most likely to fall short of expectations, the likelihood that Anthony Richardson starts Week 1 for the Indianapolis Colts, which teams we can expect to be in the mix for the Caleb Williams Sweepstakes at the end of the season, why so many NFL h...

First, Colin explains what part of Dak Prescott’s game Josh Allen needs to weather the upcoming season. Then, The Herd co-host - and host of the Straight Fire - Jason McIntyre joins Colin to discuss his transition from Big Lead blogger to Herd co-host, why the NY Times disbanding their sports department wasn’t surprising, where they agree and disagree on NFL Over/Unders, if CJ Stroud will bust wit...

Jason tells us if Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson should be condemned for leaving his teammate Kirk Cousins off his list of the top-5 quarterbacks in the NFL right now, and shares his thoughts on Zion Williamson's assertion that it's been hard for him to stay in NBA game shape year round since he has enough money to do and eat whatever he wants.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instag...

Jason discusses the case for and against the Los Angeles Lakers offering Anthony Davis a maximum contract extension this offseason, the possibility that guys like Jayson Tatum and Giannis Antetokounmpo could make the move to LA as free agents in 2025 and if Golden State Warriors fans should feel confident about Chris Paul's fit with the club moving forward.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram ....

Jason discusses Victor Wembanyama's roller coaster of a weekend at the NBA Summer League. Will the French phenom wind up being as dominant as he was on Sunday night? Or, is he more likely to flop as a he did during his debut on Friday? Plus, J-Mac tells us if Jerry West calling Wemby 'a bigger Bill Russell' should be viewed as more of a compliment or an insult.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagr...

Jason shares his thoughts on the salacious story out of Las Vegas that a member of Victor Wembanyama's security detail smacked Britney Spears inside of a restaurant and discusses the notion that the media is setting Wembanyama up for failure ahead of his NBA Summer League debut. Plus, J-Mac brings us the first of his weekly NFL division previews heading into the start of the regular season, starti...

Jason discusses the narrative that Damian Lillard is being a hypocrite for reportedly trying to force his way to the Miami Heat, whether or not teams like the Philadelphia 76ers or Boston Celtics can make a legitimate run at Lillard, why Joel Embiid needs to seriously reconsider his long-term future with the Sixers and much more! Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram . Click here to subscribe, rat...

Jason McIntyre interviews Warren Sharp and the two give their predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Warren deep dives why the Patriots & Jets should be worried and what will the Cowboys offense look like with Mike McCarthy calling plays. Warren Sharp & Jason share their surprising teams in the NFC & AFC and if the Eagles or Chiefs are more likely to make it back to the Super Bowl. #...

Jason gives us his 5 biggest names to watch heading into the start of NBA Free Agency. Are the Dallas Mavericks in a lose-lose situation with Kyrie Irving? How will Khris Middleton’s decision impact Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee? Will a team overpay for Austin Reaves just to spite the Los Angeles Lakers? J-Mac has the answer to all those questions – and more! Follow Jason on Twitter...

Jason is joined by SNY reporter Ian Begley and the guys discuss Kevin Durant’s history of engaging with trolls on social media, the likelihood that Damian Lillard eventually gets traded to the Brooklyn Nets and why the New York Knicks continue to get brought up in trade talks involving superstars like Karl-Anthony Towns, Paul George and Zion Williamson. Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram . Clic...

Jason explains why Damian Lillard's insistence on trying to please everyone is why he's stuck in NBA purgatory and tells us which NBA teams can make the best trade offers for Dame. Later, J-Mac discusses a report from a very unlikely source explaining exactly why Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole in the face last summer. Finally, Jason closes the show by sharing some of the choice words Kevin Du...

Jason tells us whether or not Kevin Durant is still a top-5 player in the NBA and explains why KD's insistence on engaging with the 'unwashed masses' on Twitter is such a bad idea. Later, J-Mac discusses why so many sports gamblers seem to have a problem with NBA insider Shams Charania being employed by FanDuel.  Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram . Click here to subscribe, rate and review all...

On straight fire, Jason McIntyre discusses the Spurs drafting Victor Wembanyama and if Wemby is already a Top 25 player in the NBA. Later JMac discusses the feud between Shams & Woj over Brandon Miller going to Hornerts. Lastly does Portland drafting Scoot Henderson signal the end of the Damian Lillard era with the Trail Blazers? Plus, Jason reacts to the Golden State Warriors trading for Chri...

Jason and Rob G debate the winners and losers of the late-night blockbuster trade that saw the Boston Celtics land Kristaps Porzingis, the Memphis Grizzlies get Marcus Smart and the Washington Wizards acquire Tyus Jones. Plus, the guys tell us if we should expect All-Stars like Damian Lillard, Zion Williamson or Khris Middleton to be traded ahead of Thursday’s NBA Draft. Follow Jason on Twitter an...

On today's episode, Jason gets the party started by taking Kevin Durant to task for saying that James Harden, Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook are three of the most influential players of their generation. If you seriously dive into all 3 of their careers, you'll realize that they're all immensely talented but none of them are actually inspiring. If anything, they inspire young players in all th...

On today’s episode, former NBA agent and Draft Digest senior NBA Draft analyst Matt Babcock swings by to preview the upcoming NBA Draft. During the conversation, Babcock tells us why he prefers Scoot Henderson over Brandon Miller as the second best prospect behind Victor Wembanyama, why the Charlotte Hornets may need to reconsider LaMelo Ball’s future with the franchise if they end up taking Scoot...