The Sports Hangover

LeBron James told the Lakers he's leaving, and the whole internet turned into a GM. The leading rumor: he joins Steph Curry, Anthony Davis, and Draymond Green on the Warriors — a super team that's basically three 40-year-olds and a buffet. Then there's the Bronny clause: LeBron reportedly waited until the last second to leave so his son's extension got locked in first (J Dawg says corruption, Mike...

The Knicks ended a 53-year drought, and J Dawg was in the middle of Manhattan for the whole thing. This week we get the full story of championship night in New York, debate whether Wemby's meltdown was a bad look or exactly what the NBA needs, and dig into Fox's $22 billion play for Roku. Plus the Canes win the Cup, the UFC takes over the White House lawn, and the World Cup hits 16 cities across N...

Mutual friend's first night in NYC ended in near-ER toe carnage, PSG broke Arsenal's heart on penalties, and Monday gave us TWO blockbuster trades in a single afternoon. We get into Knicks-Spurs, the Cup Final, the SGA vs Crosby money gap, and why the Enhanced Games faceplanted. New episode out now. Get the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sports-hangover/id6762103937 00:00 — NYC weekend & m...

The Sports Hangover is back and this sports week went completely off the rails. Aaron Rodgers is officially a Pittsburgh Steeler, and somehow he’s making less than Malik Willis. Mike’s AI model dropped the 2026 NFL power rankings and has the Seahawks sitting at number one, with the Rams, Bills, Ravens, Packers, Chargers, Eagles, Texans, Patriots, and Broncos all sparking debate. Then it gets even...

LIV Golf is officially dead. The Saudis pulled the funding, the league is on life support, and now every golfer who took the bag is begging the PGA to let them back in. We told you to take the bag. We were right. Then the Orlando Magic decided to miss 23 STRAIGHT shots in a playoff game — the worst 45-minute stretch any playoff team has had this century. The coach got fired. The season ended. Disn...

The NFL Draft happened, and somehow it was the most boring 8 minutes per pick we've ever sat through. The Rams reached for a QB, the Cardinals reached for a running back, and Mackay Lemon hung up on the Steelers GM live on TV. We're breaking down the picks that made us yell at the TV — plus the Mike Vrabel / Diana Russini scandal somehow gets weirder when the internet finds her 2022 Spotify playli...

It's NFL Draft Week. Mike and J Dawg break down the predictions you can actually bet on — three receivers in the top 13, four Ohio State guys in the top 10, Ty Simpson to Pittsburgh, and why the Raiders are not about to get saved by a rookie QB. Plus: the Kings are cooked (the model says 100%), J Dawg went to Sunday Night Baseball in Philly and watched Phillies fans turn on their own team, and we...

J-Dog shaved his head and the Tinder stats are already improving. Dianna Russini just resigned from The Athletic after those Mike Vrabel photos went viral. Rory McIlroy won his second Masters but CBS botched the final moments. We're running our AI playoff model against J-Dog's gut picks for every NBA and NHL series. Plus: the NFL vs. DOJ streaming fight, World Cup ticket gouging, and an NFL Draft...

Tiger's in rehab. Puka's in rehab. Olympic tickets cost more than rent. Artemis went to the moon. The Jags are moving to Orlando. And we've got Masters betting picks that might actually hit. 📌 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro & Artemis II Moon Mission Recap 3:30 – NASA's Storytelling is Elite (Astronauts = Entertainers) 5:15 – Commercial Flights Haven't Improved in 60 Years 7:00 – Emotional Support D...

Your favorite podcast hosts didn't take the week off. You're welcome. Mike's on dad duty. j dawg's got a telescope. The NFL wants billions more for the same games. And our AI model is predicting playoff winners. let's go. 🎧 subscribe to the newsletter: https://thesportshangover.substack.com 📩 hangover hotline — hit us up with your takes ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — spring break rant: why does daycare cl...

The Jets signed Gino Smith. Again. The Raiders spent $200 million and nobody can name who they got. Dak's wedding blew up at a joint bachelor party. And somehow Malik Willis might be the best rushing QB in football. We're breaking down every major move from the first 48 hours of free agency — the winners, the losers, and whatever the Jets are doing. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 — Intro 1:42 — Gino Smith back...

The NFL offseason is heating up and we're breaking it all down. Tom Brady's wellness guy is leaking roster cuts, Max Crosby is gone, the Seahawks sold a Super Bowl team, and the Steelers somehow only have five toilets for 53 players. Plus — we're going to Las Vegas for the Enhanced Games. Yes, the steroid Olympics. This is a real thing. Email us your questions all offseason long: TheSportsHangover...

This episode covers the latest in sports, including Olympic highlights, hockey's rising stars, the impact of the Olympics on American sports, and the future of sports media and streaming. Join us for insights on Olympic moments, hockey stars like Jack Hughes, and the evolving landscape of sports broadcasting.

In this episode of Sports Hangover, hosts Michael Benatar and J DAWG discuss the recent Super Bowl, sharing their thoughts on the game's lackluster performance, the standout MVP Kenneth Walker, and the implications of the Seahawks' victory. They delve into betting insights, quarterback performances, and the cultural impact of the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny. The conversation also touches on...

Is the Super Bowl script in? We discuss the massive payout for the "Patriots Win" conspiracy, our trip to Sundance in Park City, and why Netflix is ruining the definition of a podcast. Oh, and we give you every winning bet you need for Sunday's big game. Timestamps: 00:00 - Sundance vibes & Skiing mishaps 03:28 - Does anyone watch the Pro Bowl? 05:00 - Super Bowl Betting Strategy 101 12:00 - F...

Did the NFL just leak the Super Bowl winner months in advance? 😱 We are breaking down the VIRAL image that predicts exactly who is going to the Super Bowl and why the logo conspiracy might actually be real this time. Plus, J Dawg is trapped in a massive blizzard ❄️ and we expose why the Patriots might be the biggest frauds to ever make the championship. You won't believe the stats we found on roo...

Welcome to The Sports Hangover! In this episode, Michael and J-Dog break down a wild Divisional Round and look ahead to the Conference Championships. J-Dog kicks things off with a travel horror story from the frozen Northeast involving a Delta delay, a sick flight attendant, and a missing ice scraper. Then, the guys dive into the football. Is Josh Allen’s Super Bowl window officially closed after...

In this episode of the Sports Hangover, hosts Michael Benatar and J DAWG dive into the recent NFL weekend, discussing the legacies of players and coaches, the impact of gambling on decision-making, and the performance of broadcasters like Tony Romo. They analyze the futures of key quarterbacks, including Caleb Williams and Justin Herbert, and debate the coaching changes in the league. The conversa...

The NFL Playoffs are here and nobody knows who's going to win. The Chiefs are out. The Ravens choked. Gamblers got destroyed all season. So we did what we do every year—drafted all 14 playoff teams to see who ends up with the Super Bowl champion. Welcome to the 15th Annual Playoff Draft. Plus: Our 2025 predictions, best bets for Wild Card Weekend, and a bet that could force me to paint my nails on...

In this episode, Michael Benatar and J Dawg discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including holiday sports traditions, the struggles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, quarterback power rankings, and reflections on recent performances during Hanukkah. They also delve into predictions for the Super Bowl, the cultural impact of boxing events like the Jake Paul fight, and the implications of player con...

The NFL scriptwriters went absolutely crazy this week. We’re breaking down the "ACL Apocalypse" that took out Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons, and reacting to Philip Rivers coming off the couch at 44 years old looking like a high school gym teacher (and almost winning). Plus, Joe Burrow is in a "Deep Dark Place." The Bengals are broken, he looks miserable, and we’re asking if he’s the next Andre...

In this episode of the Sports Hangover, hosts Michael and J-Dawg discuss their recent experiences at a historic NFL game in Las Vegas, analyzing the performances of key players and the impact of referee decisions. They delve into the current state of the AFC playoff picture, highlighting the potential for teams like the Bills and Jaguars to make a significant impact. The conversation also touches...

In this episode, Michael and J Dawg discuss their morning vibes, travel plans, and the upcoming Thanksgiving football games. They analyze quarterback performances, coaching changes, and the struggles of various NFL teams. The conversation also touches on the overrated nature of turkey during Thanksgiving and celebrates 16 years of their podcast. Finally, they provide model predictions for the Than...

📊 FULL MODEL PICKS + WEEKLY BETTING GUIDE Subscribe to the Substack for all weekly picks, parlays, and Survivor strategy https://thesportshangover.substack.com This week on The Sports Hangover , Michael and J-Dawg break down one of the wildest weeks of the NFL season. From freezing Connecticut to flooded Los Angeles, the boys recap everything: bad weather, bad football, and even worse quarterback...

In this conversation, the speakers discuss the implications of winning a game during a tanking season, particularly focusing on the Miami Dolphins' performance against the Buffalo Bills and the significance of weather conditions in sports.