The Underdog

00:29 – Intro, Weather & Snow Game Hopes Chris and Matt open with cold-weather complaints, melting snow, and disappointment over a non-snowy Eagles game despite early-morning snowfall. 01:56 – Week 16 Setup, Sneaker Talk & Market Collapse Chris opens oddsmakers for Week 16 and shifts into sneaker discussion: delayed Nardwuar Dunks, collapsing resale prices, Orange Lobsters, Powerpuff Dunks...

00:30 – Cold Open & Life Admin Chris and Matt joke about house cleaners, laundry, first-world problems, and working around cleaners being in the house. 03:54 – Week 15 Setup & Sneaker Talk Transition into Week 15 football. Chris opens oddsmakers and asks Matt about recent sneaker drops: Jalen Brunson Statue of Liberty Kobes, Sabrina 3s, Nardwuar Dunks, and the strange “Panda monium” Dunk L...

00:13 – Intro & Lane Kiffin Departure Fallout Chris and Matt open with the chaos surrounding Lane leaving Ole Miss, Pete Golding taking over, LSU advantages in recruiting, why Alabama may have been in play, leaked team-meeting audio, and player excitement for Golding. 06:56 – Coaching Trees, Loyalty & Transfer Portal Effects They discuss Charlie Weis Jr. staying to coach the playoff game,...

00:30 – Intro & Lane Kiffin Drama Matt vents about Lane Kiffin rumors, conflicting reports (Florida, LSU), Ole Miss’ ultimatum talk, and his frustration with message-board speculation. 03:30 – Coaching Fits & Ole Miss Future Debate on whether Kiffin stays, why LSU isn’t a good fit, Florida as a possible landing spot, Ole Miss’ rising profile, and how coaching turnover impacts recruiting an...

00:30 – Intro & Setup Chris and Matt open with banter about ghosts before previewing the week’s slate — NFL Week 11, NBA, NHL, and college football. 01:06 – Sneaker Talk & Auctions They discuss missing out on the Caitlin Clark Kobe release and review resale prices. The hosts explore StockX’s first sneaker auction, covering notable pairs like the Nike Mag “Back to the Future,” Off-White Dun...

• Opening chat 00:30 Chris and Matt compare state-to-state license rules, laugh at bizarre test questions, and talk about feeling old watching 16-year-olds get licenses. • TV/Movies/Pop culture run: Office quotes, HIMYM cast aging, Slow Horses, Harry Potter baking show, Stranger Things cast, sneaker drops 06:00 They bounce through Office references, discuss late-season HIMYM issues, new Slow Horse...

Episode Summary Weather, winter & life talk (00:00 ➜ 00:30) Hosts open with bad weather, winter frustrations, dry skin & skincare routines, self-care habits like pedicures & spa therapy. Shoes, sneakers & buyer remorse humor (05:00 ➜ 05:30) Conversation about Oregon Ducks x Grateful Dead shoes, sneaker culture, StockX purchases, and display boxes filling up. Pickleball & family...

0:30–2:50 • Chris & Matt return from their individual travels → joking about finally sleeping without parenting/dog duties • recording early morning because major breaking NBA gambling press conference is coming shortly 2:50–7:00 • Chauncey Billups & Terry Rozier reportedly involved in illegal gambling investigation • compare to Malik Beasley/Jontay Porter situations • conversation about N...

Opening & Phillies Recap (00:41–07:30) Chris and Matt open the episode reflecting on Philadelphia sports emotions. They recap the previous night’s Phillies win over the Dodgers, focusing on Bryce Harper’s home-run drought, solid offensive output versus Yamamoto and Kershaw, and pitching confidence in Christopher Sanchez. They note Phillies’ +114 underdog status at the oddsmakers , and Harper’s...

Opening & General Sports Talk (00:30 → 01:25) Chris and Matt open with small talk on weather, fall sports overload (NFL, NCAA, WNBA Finals, NBA/ NHL preseason, Wrexham matches). They also mention TV shows like Black Rabbit , House of Guinness , Slow Horses , and reality series The Traitors (UK vs. Australia vs. Ireland). NBA Discussion (08:20 → 12:30) Sixers preseason opener in Abu Dhabi vs. K...

[00:30–03:40] Phillies’ Big Win, Sosa’s Night & World Series Odds Chris and Matt open with the Phillies’ record-setting eight-homer game. They praise Edmundo Sosa’s unexpected power surge and discuss his utility role. The duo also note the team’s rise to NL favorites on the oddsmakers board, tied with the Dodgers. [03:41–06:14] Bruntlett Nostalgia, Union Hopes & Sixers Jerseys Matt reminis...

Opening (00:00:33 – 00:01:56) Chris and Matt catch up on their day, joke about pre-show banter, and talk about the cooler September weather.  Baseball & NFL Setup (00:01:56 – 00:02:24) Brief Phillies injury update (Zach Wheeler, Trae Turner) and hope for Turner’s playoff return. Chris notes having the oddsmakers open to review NFL Week 2 lines. Sneaker Talk (00:02:24 – 00:09:52) They disc...

On this week's episode of The Underdog, hosts Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone open the show by talking about the UK version of The Traitors, before breaking down the Top 10 of the NFL Network's Top 100 Players of 2025 list -- with a fun name at the top. The guys then talk for a bit about Ole Miss' game this past weekend, as well as Micah Parsons in Green Bay and what the stats show his value wa...

[00:28–03:15] Cold Basements & NFL Top 100 Snub Matt complains about freezing in his basement as football returns. The hosts dive into Devonta Smith being snubbed from the NFL Top 100, comparing his stats to wide receivers like AJ Brown, Nico Collins, and CeeDee Lamb. [03:16–10:48] Wide Receiver Debate: Who Belongs? Chris and Matt continue evaluating other ranked wideouts—Puka Nacua, Tyreek Hi...

[00:28–02:45] Anthony Richardson & Eagles Talk Chris and Matt open the show reacting to rumors linking the Eagles to Anthony Richardson. They debate his skillset, inconsistency, and whether he'd fit in Philly. [02:46–05:21] Colts WRs & Josh Gordon Memories The hosts look at the Colts’ receiving corps and reminisce about Josh Gordon’s potential and Terrelle Pryor’s brief wide receiver caree...

[00:29–02:12] Opening & NCAA 26 Frustrations Chris and Matt discuss the gloomy weather and Matt’s dissatisfaction with NCAA 26. [02:13–04:14] Video Game Burnout Matt laments repetitive gameplay in modern games like Call of Duty . Chris shares his recent zombie mode experience and issues with multiplayer campers. [04:15–06:44] Best Buy Nostalgia & PS Portal Chris uses Best Buy rewards to bu...

[00:29–03:29] Wednesday Season Two and Netflix Rankings Chris and Matt kick off the episode with excitement for the season two premiere of Wednesday . They discuss Netflix's trending list, including The Hunting Wives , Untamed , and WWE Raw.  [03:30–06:29] True Crime Talk and Streaming Culture The duo discuss the true crime series Amy Bradley is Missing and compare it to Department Q . ...

[01:09–05:39] Hall of Fame Game & Low Expectations Chris and Matt open the show discussing the Hall of Fame game between the Chargers and Lions. [05:40–09:08] Canton Visit & Ohio Memories The hosts talk about the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. Chris recalls visiting with family and praises Cleveland for its cultural spots and state parks. [09:09–11:42] MLB Trade Deadline Deals They s...

[00:30–05:00] Vacation Plans & Beach Debate Chris and Matt open with vacation talk. Matt hates beaches, preferring porch beers with friends, while Chris loves relaxing by the ocean listening to podcasts or audiobooks. [05:01–07:50] ‘The Traitors’ Binge & Spoilers Chris rants about spoiling season two of The Traitors after using AI to find cast lists. They compare seasons, laugh at Christia...

[00:30–04:30] Early Recording & Joel Embiid ESPN Profile Chris and Matt open with diving into ESPN’s long-form Joel Embiid feature. Chris finds it revealing, showing Embiid as quiet and misunderstood. They discuss Embiid’s mixed legacy, contrasting current player rankings with his all-time placement. [04:31–07:00] Knicks Coaching Hire & Whelming Reactions The Knicks’ hiring of Mike Brown s...

[00:30–04:00] AC Debates & Heat Survival Tactics Chris and Matt open the episode with a passionate discussion about air conditioning settings in cars. [04:01–10:30] Bees, Wasps, and Sting Rankings Their conversation takes a turn to stinging insects. Chris defends bees as productive members of nature, while Matt bashes wasps and hornets. [10:31–13:00] TV Talk: Reacher, Bad Accents & Charact...

[00:29–01:42] Intro and Weather Chat Chris and Matt open the show discussing recent gloomy weather and July 4th fireworks happening in between rainstorms. [01:43–03:25] Free Agency Overload Chris jokes that NHL free agency players sound made-up, and both hosts admit their hockey knowledge declined when they stopped playing NHL video games. [03:26–04:48] Video Game Nostalgia They reminisce about hi...

00:00–01:11 – Chris and Matt open with frustration about the NBA Draft now being split into two days. They argue it’s a money-driven move and compare it to the NFL’s draft schedule overhaul. 01:11–02:25 – They discuss the rarity of second-round NBA success, citing Jokic, Draymond, and Brunson as exceptions. Chris browses sportsbook odds for upcoming second-round picks. 02:25–03:35 – Chris notes mo...

[00:00–01:26] Chris is recovering from an illness, joking that he now has an “NPR voice.” Matt is in good spirits, and the two poke fun at podcast ad clichés. [01:27–03:12] Shoes & Kobe Vault Discussion They discuss Nike’s "Kobe Vault" experience, debating whether it's a history archive or hinting at future sneaker drops. Chris finds it confusing and wonders if the visuals (vault doors) imply...

🎮 Gaming & Tech (00:00–13:00) Nintendo Switch 2 Release (00:28–03:15) : Chris and Matt discuss launch day excitement, pre-order issues, bundle options, and game pricing—specifically Mario Kart World at $79.99. They talk about microtransactions, DLCs, and rising costs. Grand Theft Auto 5 & 6 Talk (03:32–07:22) : Discussion about the longevity of GTA 5, online play, platform availability, a...