The Game Within

A former football player opens fire outside NFL HQ and leaves behind a chilling note about CTE. The Cowboys spiral continues as Micah Parsons officially requests a trade. ESPN and the NFL are close to a massive deal—if Trump doesn’t interfere. A WNBA franchise is poised to sell for a record sum, and one MLB player found out mid-game that he’d been traded… to the opposing team. Then we dig into the...

This week on The Game Within, Jerry Jones ramps up his feud with Micah Parsons, throwing public jabs at the Cowboys star during a tense contract standoff. Over 100 NFL players face fines and possible suspensions for reselling Super Bowl tickets. In international news, Trump’s immigration crackdown blocks a Venezuelan Little League team from competing in the U.S., drawing fresh scrutiny ahead of th...

This week on The Game Within, Trump tries to distract from the Epstein files by pressuring the Commanders to change their name. A new executive order could reshape college sports in the NIL era, while the University of Minnesota makes students cover athlete salaries. Fox Sports strikes a massive deal with Barstool, and WNBA players use the All-Star Game to demand better pay. Plus, we take a closer...

This episode asks whether coaches should call out their players in public—or keep it behind closed doors. But first: gamblers are fuming over Trump’s new tax bill, the UFC might be heading to the White House, and Trump inserts himself into the Club World Cup. The NFLPA faces fresh scrutiny over conflicts of interest, and billionaire Bill Ackman draws heat for playing in a pro tennis event. Then, w...

We’re diving into the controversy around Big League Advance, the investment firm being sued by pro athletes like Fernando Tatis Jr. for predatory financial deals that may violate state law. But first, we break down Brad Pitt’s high-stakes F1 movie debut, the strange overlap between celebrity body image and sports, and how the Browns' stadium battle is splitting Ohio lawmakers. Plus: why politician...

On this episode of The Game Within, we dig into the deeper story behind the NBA Finals—what this year’s matchup revealed about the league’s identity crisis, shifting power dynamics, and what’s coming next for the business of basketball. Before the deep dive, our Quick Five covers HBO’s Surviving Ohio State and the staggering abuse scandal it uncovers, the Dodgers turning ICE away from their stadiu...

Caitlin Clark torches the WNBA’s best, Kevin Durant looks for another exit, and NFL front offices implode before training camp. Plus, the Department of Homeland Security is amplifying Stephen A. Smith to attack Senator Alex Padilla, and ICE is already showing up at Club World Cup matches. But in our deep dive: what happens when the U.S. government treats the World Cup like a threat? With Trump rev...

The FBI is investigating top union officials tied to the NFLPA and MLBPA — and the fallout could reshape pro sports. In today’s deep dive, we break down the OneTeam scandal and what it means for the future of players' rights and league power. But first: is pro tennis the most brutal sport on earth? Why are NBA fans protesting the Finals? Did the Steelers just tank their season by signing Aaron Rod...

On this week’s episode of The Game Within, we open with the tragic passing of John Brenkus and what it’s reignited about men’s mental health in sports. Then we turn to the Royals’ top prospect Jac Caglianone and how versatility might be the only path to the majors in today’s MLB. We break down what an expanded March Madness could mean for TV money and mid-majors, and why Bruce Pearl might be the n...

This week’s episode dives into one of the most pivotal labor fights in modern sports: the WNBA’s explosive growth has put pressure on the league to rewrite its outdated collective bargaining agreement—and players aren’t afraid to threaten a work stoppage to get it done. Before the deep dive, the guys run through the week’s headlines: the Nuggets prove Addisu right with a clutch Game 3 win, Jason m...

The White House announced that the 2027 NFL Draft will be held on the National Mall in DC. The hosts break down what it means—and whether Trump might hijack the moment. Plus: Warren Moon embraces the next generation while Lawrence Taylor shuts it down, Belichick’s age-gap relationship sparks backlash, the Nuggets dominate at altitude, and a LASIK campaign raises questions about referee vision. In...

Today, we break down all the head-scratching moments from this year’s NFL Draft and why so many fans are still trying to make sense of what happened with Shedeur Sanders. Before we dive deep into the Draft, we run through our Quick Five: Ravi explains how the new movie Sinners ties into Josh Allen’s story, we look at what Wrexham Football Club’s success means for the team and the city, Jarren Dura...

The guys break down the mess surrounding Mavericks GM Nico Harrison. But first: should phones be banned at sports events? Is Deion Sanders going too far at Colorado? How pro sports quietly bent the knee to Trump. Aaron Rodgers keeps disappointing. Plus, why every team should study OKC’s rebuild.

In today’s Quick Five, the guys cover the emotional impact of MLB’s new mental health documentary The Clubhouse, Netflix’s no-holds-barred dive into Brett Favre’s scandals, JD Vance’s viral White House trophy fumble, Shane Lowry’s call for post-game cool-down periods, and the growing trend of athletes launching second careers. Then, stick around for the Deep Dive: what would it look like if the NF...

We break down the latest controversy around the use of torpedo bats in baseball, why so many NCAA women delay going pro and the latest NFL rule changes. Plus, we dive into the Dodgers’ White House visit and why it might be time to move on from Stephen A. Smith. Our deep dive breaks down Trump’s new tariffs and the unexpected impact they will have on the sports' industry.

On today’s episode, we discuss a controversy involving the Department of Defense, Jackie Robinson, Mina Kimes and RGIII. The guys break down Tiger Woods’ surprising connection to the Trump family and why a major lawsuit could shake the game of tennis to its core. Plus, we dive into the impact the Ukraine War could have on hockey and why March Madness feels different this year.

On this week's episode, the guys dive into West Virginia's shocking response to a March Madness snub and why everyone's talking about the Savannah Bananas. We explore Stephen A.'s ongoing feud with LeBron and what it reveals about nepotism in sports. Plus, we debate which athletes have made the biggest impact on and off the court. Our deep dive looks at how players leverage social media during con...

In today’s The Game Within, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos of NFL Free Agency—exploring how players really hold the power, what makes a team desirable, and how front offices are making moves behind the scenes. The guys are joined by Gevin Reynolds, who worked in the NFL's finance office supporting labor negotiations and host of "Lowlights" here on Valor Media Network. Plus, our Quick Five s...

The guys discuss intensifying anti-American sentiment in international sports and how the War in Ukraine could further reshape the landscape. Bill Belichick’s latest gambit at UNC fell short overnight only hours after announcing a deal with HBO’s Hard Knocks. Major League Baseball is set to face a new set of challenges entering the 2025 season. Will Pete Rose finally get his shot at the Hall of Fa...

Join the crew as they dive into Team USA's overtime loss to Canada and President Trump's continued encroachment into the sports world. They discuss how Netflix's Court of Gold is bringing us inside the world of Team USA Basketball’s Olympic journey and the benefits of internationalizing traditionally American sports. Then guys also break down the PGA - LIV Golf merger, Saudi Arabia's growing influ...

Jason continues his mighty quest to convince Ravi and Addisu that baseball is a sport worth watching and the guys give an update from Stephen A. Smith's not-campaign for president. Then they talk about the latest drama involving Aaron Rodgers in the twilight of his career. Canada and America just can't quit each other after the latest skirmish on ice during the 4 Nations Face Off. Addisu asks why...

The guys will definitely give Jason a hard time after the Chiefs' fall short of three-peating in what can only be described as a dominant performance by Philadelphia in Super Bowl 59. This year's Super Bowl had a very political feel, from President Trump attending to Kendrick putting on a resistance-themed halftime show. Then they'll address the growing problems stemming from sports gambling befor...

The guys will definitely give Jason a hard time after the Chiefs' fall short of three-peating in what can only be described as a dominant performance by Philadehpia in Super Bowl 59. This year's Super Bowl had a very political feel, from President Trump attending to Kendrick putting on a resistance-themed halftime show. Then they'll address Shohei Ohtani's interpreter being sentenced and the impac...

Jason Kander, Ravi Gupta and Addisu Demissie break down some of the biggest headlines in sports during a week defined by groundbreaking movements. They’ll dive into the league breaking NBA trade that saw the Dallas Mavericks send superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and a 1st Round Pick, the expansion of sanctioned women's flag football across the nation and even how t...