The Balance

The final Saturday Drop is here, and we’re going out with a BANG! 💥 Tom Marquis and our partner-in-crime Adam Jivden (die-hard Browns, Cavs, Buckeyes & Guardians fan) dive into the Eagles' Super Bowl win over the Chiefs, the upcoming NFL Combine—aka the "Underwear Olympics" 🩳🏈—and the can't-miss college basketball picks to turn your $5 DraftKings bet into a fortune (or at least lunch money)...

he Daytona 500 is BACK, baby! 🏁🔥 For Saturday Drop #3, we caught up with Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of SpeedwayDigest.com, live from Daytona! He gives us the inside scoop on NASCAR’s season kickoff, the storylines to watch, and what to expect when the green flag drops. Buckle up—it's about to get loud, fast, and full of high-speed fun! 🚗💨 #SaturdayDrops #Daytona500 #NASCAR Become a supporte...

t’s time for Saturday Drop #2, and we’re shifting into high gear! 🏁 We catch up with the always-entertaining Tony Donohue from the Tony D Podcast to talk all things NASCAR—Daytona 500 qualifying, the Duels, and a little IndyCar for good measure. Whether you're a die-hard racing fan or just here for the fast takes, this episode is firing on all cylinders. Buckle up and tune in! 🚗💨 #SaturdayDrops...

This Valentine’s weekend, we’re showing love the best way we know how—talking football! 💘🏈 We caught up with Eagles beat writer Ed Kracz (Sports Illustrated’s Eagles Maven) on Friday to relive Philly’s epic win over the Chiefs, crushing their three-peat dreams faster than a bad Valentine’s Day date. Tune in for expert analysis, laughs, and maybe even a little Philly-style tough love. 💚🦅 #GoBir...

Your host, Tom Marquis, caught up with Mo from the BS Sports Show Podcast—a great friend of The Balance. Fun fact: Mo is also a professional wrestler, known as Just in Time, trained by some of the best in the WWE biz! But today, we’re leaving the ring behind and stepping onto the gridiron. We’re talking Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans—Chiefs vs. Eagles! We break down key X’s and O’s, test our footba...

It’s Saturday, and we hope you’ve enjoyed our Super Bowl week of daily bonus drops! Now, we’re back with a normal episode of The Balance with your host, Tom Marquis, and co-host Adam Jividen—super Browns, Cavs, Buckeyes, and Guardians fan. Today, we break down Super Bowl LIX as the Chiefs and Eagles prepare for battle, and we reveal our official pick for the winner! Plus, we dive into college bask...

We kicked off Super Bowl LIX week with Ed Kracz before he jetted off to New Orleans, so it only made sense to check back in now that he’s deep in the heart of the Big Easy! From Po’ Boys and Beignets to King Cakes and wild parties, Ed gives us the full NOLA experience—plus, we dive into some Super Bowl X’s and O’s and talk about the intense security surrounding the big game. This one’s a fun ride—...

Our Super Bowl week bonus content continues with a great friend of the show, Derek Schultz from the Query & Schultz Show! Derek’s incredible knowledge takes The Balance to the next level as we break down the biggest storylines leading up to Super Bowl LIX. Plus, we put him to the test with some Super Bowl trivia—will he rise to the challenge? This is excellence at its best—you won’t want to mi...

It’s Thursday before Super Bowl LIX, and our special coverage rolls on! Today, we’re joined by Derick Vance from the Push to Pass Podcast to break down the X’s and O’s of the big game. We also test our Super Bowl knowledge with some trivia and hear Derick’s official prediction for who takes home the Lombardi Trophy. Tune in for expert analysis and some fun along the way! Become a supporter of this...

Our Super Bowl LIX week special continues with Tony Donahue from the Tony D Podcast! We dive into the Chiefs-Eagles rematch, discuss whether Patrick Mahomes can secure his third straight Lombardi Trophy, and throw in some fun Super Bowl trivia. And of course, we couldn’t skip a little Taylor Swift talk! A must-listen for football fans and Swifties alike! Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...

We caught up with Ed Kracz, Philadelphia Eagles beat writer for SI.com and an NFL contributor, just before he heads to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX! We break down key players for both the Chiefs and Eagles, discuss what to expect on the biggest stage, and get Ed’s predictions for the big game. Don’t miss this insightful and exciting conversation! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

Join host Tom Marquis as he sits down with Tony Donohue of The Tony D Podcast for a fiery discussion on all things sports! This week, the guys dive into the IU meltdown against Purdue and why Hoosiers fans deserve better. Is it time for Mike Woodson to go? They break down the need for change and whether IU basketball can find its way back to the top. Plus, Tom and Tony tackle the future of Tom Izz...

In this action-packed episode with your host Tom Marquis, we shift gears with our official College Football co-pilot, Adam Jiveden! First up, a breakdown of the massive Buckeyes victory over Notre Dame. Then, it’s all about the impending chaos of March Madness, with a deep dive into the upcoming College Basketball season. Of course, Adam has a $5 DraftKings bet against the spread to make it all a...

In this special Friday edition, we’re joined by Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of Speedway Digest and our official NASCAR contributor, to break down the much-anticipated return of NASCAR to Bowman Gray Stadium. For the first time since 1971, this legendary track will host the NASCAR Cup Series for the Cook Out Clash, an annual exhibition event that kicks off the season with intense racing and fierc...

The stage is set for an epic NFL Conference Championship weekend! The Philadelphia Eagles battle the Washington Commanders, while the Buffalo Bills take on the Kansas City Chiefs—two games with massive implications for the Super Bowl. Who will emerge victorious and punch their ticket to the big game? Joining us is Ed Kracz, beat writer for the Philadelphia Eagles at SI.com and our official NFL con...

"The 2025 College Football Championship Recap: A Thrilling End to the Season"In this episode, we break down all the action from the 2025 College Football Championship game, one of the most electrifying finals in recent memory. From the standout performances to the key moments that changed the course of the game, we cover it all. Who made the game-winning play? Which team’s defense stepped up when...

It's the matchup fans have been waiting for—the 2025 College Football Championship! Join Tom and Adam in this exciting special episode of The Balance as they break down the epic showdown between Ohio State and Notre Dame. From key players to game-changing strategies, they dive into everything you need to know about this clash of titans. Who will claim the crown, and what will it mean for the legac...