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Daniel Cormier comes to you FROM THE OCTAGON with INSTANT reaction to Islam Makhachev's head-kick knockout to defeat Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi. DC gives his take on if this massive win makes Islam the best fighter in the UFC. Plus, Cormier breaks down the co-main event between Khamzat Chimaev and Kamaru Usman, and reveals what Usman told him backstage after the fight. And don't...

Chris is joined by The Volume's "Hoops Tonight" host, Jason Timpf as the guys dive into the James Harden situation in Philly, which LA team will win the "Battle for LA" and who might be the biggest surprise team this season. #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

College football expert Spencer Hall joins the show to discuss Dion Sanders, Nick Saban, the Heisman, almost joining the CIA, bison, and more. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin’s top takes of the week! Colin explains why the Eagles have lost their offensive identity after losing Shane Steichen and that Brock Purdy showed he was up to the task in crunch time. He presents his evidence for why Derek Carr is not the franchise quarterback the Saints were looking for and recaps his experience at the Oregon v Washington game. Longtime Dallas Cowboys writer Matt Mosley joi...

Kamaru Usman has heard the doubters talking, and he's not holding back ahead of his massive co-main event fight at UFC 294 against Khamzat Chimaev. The Nigerian Nightmare is ADAMANT that he has plenty left in the tank, and you've got to hear what says Usman wants to do after fighting Chimaev! Plus, Kamaru gives his fresh take on Colby Covington vs. Leon Edwards and how he thinks it goes down at UF...

Alex Monaco shares his best bets for Week 7 of the NFL season including Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins taking on Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles in a battle of the former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterbacks, Jared Goff and the 5-1 Detroit Lions heading to Baltimore for a matchup with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, Justin Herbert's Los Angeles Chargers squaring off with Patrick Mahomes,...

We officially will get the REMATCH between Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev, and despite the short notice, Volk says he's the most dangerous he'll EVER be. Alexander "The Great" tells DC he won't go for a 25 minute fight, he's there to "put hands on his chin and get the finish." And Alexander Volkanovski breaks down why Makhachev may be stressing too much ahead of this fight. Plus, Volk r...

The nerds play some NFL "would you rather," discussing whether they'd most like to build around Trevor Lawrence, Justin Herbert, or Joe Burrow, if the Miami Dolphins offense rivals the Greatest Show on Turf, and whether Lamar Jackson or Jalen Hurts is the better QB. Timestamps 00:00:34 - Burrow, Herbert, or Lawrence? 00:05:09 - Takeaways for Jaguars-Saints 00:9:58 - 49ers or Browns Defense? 00:16:...

Aaron Murray and T-Bob Hebert are joined by Collin Wilson of the Action Network to break down this Saturday's slate of college football games. The guys give their best bets for Penn State vs. Ohio State, Alabama vs. Tennessee, Ole Miss vs. Auburn, and Collin delivers his two best bets of the weekend. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John reacts to the Jags 31-24 win over the Saints, how the Saints offense just isn't good, and how Jacksonville proved that they are the best team in the AFC South. He also dives into Davante Adams' comments and if he's justified saying what he said, and finally John talks about the Dolphins and how we all might be overreacting to just how good they really are. Stuckey from the Action Network join...

Colin reacts to the Jaguars road win over the Saints on Thursday Night Football  He explains why Derek Carr is not the franchise quarterback the Saints were looking for, and addresses the rumors of big coaching names linked to the Michigan State job… and why those coaches won’t be going to Lansing.  Chad Millman, Chief Content Officer of the Action Network, stops by for a round of “Sharp or Square...

On today’s episode, Jason kicks things off by explaining why he’s not quite ready to jump off the Derek Carr/New Orleans Saints bandwagon just yet even after their loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday Night Football. Later, professional sports bettor and ‘Wager Talk Today’ host Teddy Covers (Teddy Sevransky) swings by to discuss if the San Francisco 49ers still sit atop the mythical Oddsma...

Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco Johnson discuss the Jaguars beating the Saints, why the Raiders need to get Davante Adams the ball, if Shannon should go on a date with Kim Kardashian, and more.  #Club #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexander Volkanovski wants Islam Makhachev on less than 2 weeks notice, and Islam is adamant Volk just wants the big pay day. DC checks in with the champion ahead of his massive main event fight against Alexander "The Great," and Makhachev tells Cormier he's ready to dominate in their rematch. And don't miss Islam talk Leon Edwards and Colby Covington, and why he wants Colby next! Plus, Makhachev...

We're back with Season 2, Episode 8 of Club 520 where Jeff Teague and the guys discuss all things basketball like who had the best NBA jersey of all time and the worst trash talk Jeff Teague ever heard from a fan. The guys also talk about how Karl-Anthony Towns was Victor Wembanyama before Victor Wembanyama, whether Jordan Poole can be the next James Harden, and what LeBron James has to do to beco...

The nerds give their predictions for the Northwest Division. They discuss whether Nikola Jokic can lead the Denver Nuggets to repeat as Western Conference champions, why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren will form one of the NBA’s most formidable future duos and lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to the playoffs, and how Anthony Edwards can get the Minnesota Timberwolves back on track. Timesta...

Alex Monaco shares his predictions for Thursday Night Football's matchup between Trevor Lawrence's Jacksonville Jaguars and Derek Carr's New Orleans Saints to kick off Week 7 of the NFL season. Monaco discusses the biggest keys to the game, why he's rolling with the Saints at home, and his favorite props to bet on. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to some preseason games from around the NBA including the Boston Celtics’ recent matchup against the New York Knicks. Jason breaks down why the dominating performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have him optimistic about Boston’s title chances this season. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the news around Anthony Richardson being out for the rest of the season and how it will impact his growth, Kyler Murray is back at practice but does that actually mean that we'll see him back on the field for a game soon, he also reacts to Roger Goodell's contract extension and if it's a good thing or a bad thing for the NFL. John also answers your questions during this week's mail...

The guys discuss if the Chargers fan is an industry plant, Taco Tuesday history, Damian Lillard in a Bucks uniform, and debut a new segment. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Jason kicks things off by previewing the Thursday Night Football edition between the Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints. Later, professional sports bettor and 'Bet the Process' podcast host Rufus Peabody swings by to discuss his approach to high-stakes gambling contests, how to deal with internet trolls and which NFL Week 7 games he's firing on from a gambling perspect...

Philadelphia Eagles CB Darius Slay breaks down the Eagles’ Week 6 loss to the New York Jets, including the Eagles’ best and worst moments on both sides of the ball. Slay discusses Jets QB Zach Wilson’s underrated play, the impressive youth of the Eagles’ secondary, and how the loss of OT Lane Johnson will impact the rest of the offense. Slay looks ahead to Week 7 when the Eagles will host the Miam...

Aaron Murray and T-Bob Hebert break down the Week 8 slate of college football games this Saturday. The guys make predictions for Ohio State vs. Penn State, Alabama vs. Tennessee, Utah vs. USC, Florida State vs. Duke, and Ole Miss vs. Auburn. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The nerds give their predictions for the NBA’s Pacific Division as Logan reveals why he believes LeBron James, Anthony Davis & the Los Angeles Lakers are the title favorites. Then, the nerds discuss why Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors & Kevin Durant’s Phoenix Suns have both improved, why the Sacramento Kings have likely reached their ceiling, and why the Los Angeles Clippers can’t be c...

Jason Timpf wraps up his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 1, the Denver Nuggets. After winning the NBA Finals, there’s no doubt that the Nuggets are the best team in the league heading into the 2023-24 season behind two time MVP Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.