The Buck Stops Here

The Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process is more complicated than ever! Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence break down the final five non-Modern Era candidates for the Hall of Fame class: Coach Bill Belichick, Contributor Robert Kraft, and Senior Players Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood. Will the "Group of Five" voting math freeze out deserving Seniors like it did last year?...

The wait is over! Join the NotInHallOfFame.com crew—Kirk Buchner, Evan Nolan, and special guests Upton Bell, Jack Silverstein, Chris Mouradian, Gil Florentino, Jack Moore, Ron Kaatz, Dave Whitlock, and Greg Oliver —as they unveil the third class of the United States Athletics Hall of Fame (theUSAHoF.com) for 2025!This highly anticipated class features legendary coaches, influential contributors, a...

Join Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan from NotInHallOfFame.com for a special roundtable debate focusing on all eight candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame's Contemporary Era Ballot. The hosts are joined by an elite panel: Chris Mouradian, Blogger Tubbs, Longhorn Dave Whitlock, Jack Moore, and former professional baseball player Gill Florentino. The team dives deep into the cases for Barry Bonds,...

Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian are back on the Sports Elevator to look at who, in the last 30 days, made their Hall of Fame case go up in the elevator or pressed the button going down! This month, they dissect the Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists, debating whether a first-ballot semifinalist nod is Philip Rivers' biggest victory. In hockey, two stars cement their cases by hitting the...

Kirk Buchner (NotInHallOfFame.com) and Robert Dobek dive into the dark shadow the MLB's PED Era cast over some of the game's cleanest and best players. They analyze the careers of superstars who were not implicated in the Mitchell Report or any other scandal, arguing their Hall of Fame cases were wrongfully overshadowed by the inflated numbers of their juiced-up peers. From a fiery Yankees...

Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan return for Season 6, Episode 15 of The Buck Stops Here to break down the latest news from around the Hall of Fame world! Evan is back in action after a big exam and dives right into the controversial Pro Football Hall of Fame semi-finalists list, discussing first-ballot shoo-ins like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, the surprising inclusion of Kevin Williams, and the of...

Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence sit down to break down the newly announced 26 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026.In this episode, the guys go position-by-position to analyze who made the cut, who got snubbed, and who is facing a "logjam" at their position. They discuss the difficult path for Philip Rivers compared to Eli Manning, the surprising omission of Ricky...

Welcome back to a special episode of The Buck Stops Here! Kirk Buchner and Rob the Yankee (Robert Dobek) are on the show to talk baseball and draft their ultimate All-1990s Major League Baseball team, position by position. The hosts dive deep into the differences between 90s hitters and the modern game, with the minimum expectation of a starter being seven innings back then. In this episode, they...

In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner and special guest Robert Dobek discuss the most pressing question in baseball: Which active players are already Hall of Fame worthy? They debate which current superstars have built a Cooperstown-worthy career if they retired today, regardless of service time or eligibility. From the incomparable unicorn Shohei Ohtani to the dominant trio...

In this October edition of the Sports Elevator from Not in Hall of Fame, Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian debate which athletes and coaches are rising, falling, or stalling in their Hall of Fame trajectories. From Mookie Betts’ postseason stumble to Dave Roberts’ managerial mastery, Keenan Allen’s milestone, and Ja Morant’s off-court spiral, the hosts deliver sharp takes across MLB, NFL, and NBA.P...

In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner is joined by Hall of Fame process guru Paul Lawrence to break down the latest Pro Football Hall of Fame cutdowns. From shocking quarterback omissions to the curious disappearance of Lester Hayes from the senior pool, Kirk and Paul dissect the modern, senior, and contributor categories with insight, candor, and a touch of reverence....

NFL historian and Hall of Fame selector Rick Gosselin joins Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian for a deep dive into his new book The Team That History Forgot, chronicling the overlooked greatness of the AFL-era Kansas City Chiefs. From Lamar Hunt’s founding vision to Super Bowl redemption, Gosselin shares rare interviews, untold stories, and candid reflections on the Hall of Fame’s senior selection...

In this jam-packed episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan dive deep into Hall of Fame season madness—from the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s coaching ballot shakeup to the latest inductees in the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. They debate Bill Belichick’s legacy, mourn the loss of sports and music icons, and celebrate the unexpected rise of fan voting in the United States Athletic Hal...

Kirk Buchner and Dave Whitlock return with a special edition of The Buck Stops Here to dissect the League Championship Series matchups. From the star-studded Dodgers to the gritty Brewers, and the unpredictable Blue Jays facing the powerhouse Mariners, this episode dives deep into playoff dynamics, pitching matchups, and the underdog narratives that could shape the World Series. Plus, Kirk shares...

Welcome to the September edition of The Elevator Show from NotInHallOfFame.com! Hosts Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian ride the Hall of Fame elevator—tracking which athletes are moving up, down, or stuck between floors. This month’s episode features:• Dennis Schröder’s EuroBasket MVP and international legacy• Russell Wilson’s career obituary: Hall of Fame or Hall of Forgotten?• Milestone moments f...

Get ready for the puck drop! 🏒 Hosts Kirk Buchner, Chris Mouradian, and Ron Katz deliver a comprehensive 2025-2026 NHL Season Preview, breaking down the Eastern and Western Conferences with bold playoff predictions and a tiered ranking system. From the Carolina Hurricanes as Eastern Conference locks to the dominance of McDavid and the Oilers in the West, they cover every major contender. Plus, th...

Hall of Fame voter Clark Judge joins Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian for a no-holds-barred conversation about the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection process. From overlooked legends like Jerry Smith and Neil Smith to the politics behind contributor snubs like Ralph Hay, this episode dives deep into the stories that shape football history—and the ones that get left behind. Judge opens up about th...

Kirk Buchner welcomes Ron Katz—former Broncos Fan of the Year and Hall of Fame insider—for a deep dive into two explosive topics: the shady $50 million Kawhi Leonard sponsorship deal and the baffling inconsistencies in the Pro Football Hall of Fame senior list. From money laundering red flags to forgotten legends like Rich “Tombstone” Jackson, this episode pulls no punches.💥 Is Steve Ballmer play...

It’s the most unpredictable time of the year—MLB Wildcard Week! Kirk Buchner and Dave Whitlock break down every matchup, from bullpen depth to breakout stars, and share their bold predictions for who survives the chaos. Will the Reds shock the Dodgers? Can Cleveland ride house money to glory? And is this the year Chapman cements his Hall of Fame case?⚾ Full breakdowns of all 4 Wildcard series🔥 D...

In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence dive deep into the top 30 active NFL players on Kirk’s “Not In Hall of Fame” Pro Football Monitor. From overlooked offensive linemen to controversial quarterbacks, they break down who’s closest to Canton—and who might never get there.🔥 Who’s rising, who’s fading, and who’s already a lock?🏆 Featuring insights on:• Aaro...

Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan return with a vengeance in this jam-packed episode of The Buck Stops Here, diving headfirst into the 2026 Hall of Fame draft across sports, music, and even toys. From Drew Brees and Patrice Bergeron to Alicia Keys and the humble slide, they predict who’s getting enshrined next—and who’s getting snubbed again. Plus, tributes to recently departed legends, a spirited debat...

This month on The Elevator Show, Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian break down the biggest movers in the Hall of Fame conversation. From Rafael Devers’ confusing trade impact to Jacob deGrom’s elite sabermetrics case, we explore who’s rising, who’s falling, and who’s stuck between floors.🏆 Plus: UFC’s new champ, IndyCar dominance, and the curious case of Sandy Alcantara.🚪 Elevator Up or Down? You...

Kirk Buchner and Robert Dobek dive deep into one of baseball’s most enduring debates: Should Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson be inducted into the Hall of Fame? With MLB lifting bans on 18 individuals, the conversation expands into the ethics of legacy, the steroid era, MVP controversies, and how Hall of Fame standards vary across sports. From the 1919 Black Sox scandal to modern PED suspensions...

In this candid and insightful episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner sits down with Hall of Fame expert Paul Lawrence to dissect the evolving—and controversial—selection process of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. From rule changes and vote-splitting chaos to the overlooked legends of the pre-Super Bowl era, this conversation pulls no punches. They explore:• Why the 2025 class was the smallest...

In this heartfelt episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner welcomes Mark Baughan, son of football legend Maxie Baughan. Together, they explore the life and legacy of Maxie—his humility at home, his quiet dominance on the field, and the frustrating journey toward Pro Football Hall of Fame recognition. Mark shares personal stories, celebrity encounters, and his candid thoughts on the Hall’s...