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Ryan McDaniel addresses the allegations against Deshaun Watson before getting into some NCAA Tournament talk, which 1 seed has the tougher region, potential upsets and who he has cutting down the nets in Indianapolis. Then, he dives into NFL Free Agency as he discusses the Patriots loading up, Mahomes and Herbert getting some O-Line help, why the wide receiver market is not as big and his thoughts...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones to discuss the condensed NBA All-Star weekend, along with surprises of the first half of the NBA season, what deals could go down at the trade deadline and more (2:28). Then, they talk some NFL with Dak Prescott finally getting his huge new deal from the Cowboys (58:53).

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Matt Mormann as the NFL Off-Season begins and discuss the quarterback carousel that could take place this offseason, including would Houston really swallow their pride and deal Deshaun Watson to Miami for their own pick back in a potential deal, the QB's that have already been moved, why Matt thinks the Ravens should wait on a Lamar Jackson extension, and what the Ravens...

Ryan McDaniel breaks down both sides of the Eagles trading Carson Wentz to the Colts, including what it means for both going forward, what the NFL salary cap will be as of now and how could the Steelers manage Big Ben going forward with it, Fernando Tatis signing a megadeal to stay in San Diego, and a look around the NBA up till now.

Ryan McDaniel goes into the news that EA is bringing back the NCAA Football game series and what that might mean along with breaking down the Cardinals trade for Nolan Arenado, how the Cardinals robbed the Rockies, and what's going with the MLB and MLBPA negotiations (4:01). Then, the NBA planning for an All-Star game after all and if that's a good idea (18:00). Next, the Rams and Lions swapping f...

Ryan McDaniel discusses the results of the AFC and NFC Championships as Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes head towards their fifth matchup in Super Bowl 55, what does the future hold for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, Deshaun Watson officially requesting a trade, and more, including his thoughts on Tennessee's coaching search and their hire of Josh Heupel as the next head coach. 

Ryan McDaniel discusses Tennessee's firing of Jeremy Pruitt, among others, plus the results from their investigation and thoughts on hiring a new coach (4:59). Then, he discusses the Nets first few games with Harden, along with the Blue Jays signing George Springer and more (26:38). Finally, thoughts on the new NFL coaches that have been hired so far, along with looking at Buccs-Packers and Bills-...

Ryan McDaniel breaks down the details of James Harden's trade to the Brooklyn Nets and how it looks for all teams coming out of this deal, plus the NBA's recent postponement of games (4:01). Next, discussing the National Championship Game between Ohio State-Alabama and just how dominant this Bama team was (23:18). Finally, possible trade destinations for Deshaun Watson, what's next for the Eagles...

On the first pod of 2021, Ryan McDaniel discusses two big trades in the MLB including Blake Snell and Francisco Lindor, NBA First Impressions, a Bama-Ohio State title game, what on earth the Eagles were doing Sunday night, ranking the top head coaching openings in the NFL, and Super Wild Card Weekend.

Ryan McDaniel discusses his thoughts on the NBA's opening night and Harden finding himself in hot water with probably everybody (7:26). Then, the CFB Playoffs were officially decided: did Texas A&M get screwed, are we heading for an Alabama-Clemson title game once again, and is there a way to fix the format (18:36). Finally, he takes a look at Week 15's slate of NFL action including the Jets g...

Ryan McDaniel talks the last CFP Rankings and who's been snubbed before getting into conference championship week and making his predictions for conference champions, along with his thoughts on former Tennessee coach Butch Jones getting the head coaching job at Arkansas State (4:58). Next, getting into Week 14 in the NFL, the Chiefs become #1 seed in AFC, Bills getting a big win on Sunday Night Fo...

Ryan McDaniel shares his thoughts on the last few days for James Harden and what this about him as a leader (5:53). Then, looking at college football, discussing the latest playoff rankings, and more (13:21). Finally, some takeaways from a crazy Week 13 as Washington and the Giants take down top teams, the Jets preserving the Trevor Lawrence tank job, the Browns proving they may be for real, and m...

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Ryan McDaniel looks at moves made by teams during the NBA's Free Agency period and why the Lakers have already gotten better. Then, some takeaways of the first College Football Playoff Rankings of the season and what some teams might have to do to get into the Top 4, including Week 12 and 13 talk. Finally, he discusses Week 11's slate between the crucial Titans-Ravens...

Ryan McDaniel discusses last night's NBA Draft, some of the notable picks he liked, the trades that have gone down the last couple days including Jrue Holiday to the Bucks, rumors of Harden to the Nets & Dustin Johnson winning the Masters (1:28). Then, Week 11 in college football, including things not being too happy in Happy Valley and could Michigan and Jim Harbough separate if Michigan's season...

Ryan McDaniel goes around the horn and discusses everything from Russell Westbrook wanting out of Houston, to the Masters getting teed off this weekend. Then, a look at this past week in College Football, including Notre Dame's big win against Clemson, and looking to Week 11. Finally, takeaways from the NFL's Week 9 games, including Tua vs. Kyler, Josh Allen out dueling Russ, the Saints thrashing...

Ryan McDaniel discusses the NBA season starting on December 22, how it might work, what this off-season is looking like with the draft and possible guys on the trade market (2:48). Next, a look back at Week 9 in College Football as Clemson avoids the upset to Boston College, Michigan State upsets Michigan, Penn State starting 0-2 and more, before looking to Week 10 (25:49). Then, he gives his thou...

Ryan McDaniel discusses the Pelicans hiring Stan Van Gundy as their Head Coach and the idea of the NBA coming back around Christmas (2:48), along with everything the happened during and after the Dodgers World Series clinching Game 6 win (8:01). Next, a look back at Week 8 in College Football as Indiana upsets Penn State, Michigan, Ohio State making strong statements to start their season, Alabama...

Ryan McDaniel discusses the Clippers and Pacers finding their new head coach, plus Daryl Morey stepping down from the Rockets (2:20), along with  Game 1 thoughts between the Dodgers-Rays World Series (12:27). Next, he looks at Week 7  in College Football as Florida State upsets North Carolina, Alabama still being the king of the SEC, Kentucky winning at Tennessee for first time since 198...

Ryan McDaniel wraps up this NBA season with discussing the Lakers winning their 17th championship & where do both the Lakers & Heat go now (2:25). Then, some brief baseball talk before getting into the NFL Week 5 slate including Cowboys-Giants & Dak's terrible injury, Raiders getting an impressive win at Kansas City, Bears-Buccaneers, Bills-Titans, Falcons firing coach Dan Quinn, the Jets releasin...

Ryan McDaniel gives his thoughts on the last two games of the Lakers-Heat series, talks LeBron's, AD's, and Jimmy Butler's legacies going forward, and Doc Rivers to Philly (2:08.). Then, discussing reports of Patriots Corner, Stephon Gilmore, a Raiders player, and two more Titans players testing positive, plus with the NFL's ongoing investigation if the Titans followed protocols and Week 4 Takeawa...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Matt Mormann to talk about Covid-19 hitting the Titans this morning and then taking a look at each division in the NFL 3 three weeks in (3:12). Next, he tackles the wild weekend in college football, the MLB playoffs going underway, and a new Stanley Cup champion (1:10:01). Finally, he is joined by Charles Jones to preview the NBA Finals between the Lakers and Heat, while...

Ryan McDaniel discuss a few things off the top, including Deion Sanders being named coach at Jackson State + the impact of the hire, the MLB postseason coming up shortly, & the Stanley Cup (2:49). Then, he talks last night's thrilling Game 3 between Lakers-Nuggets, Heat-Celtics, and Billy Donovan becoming the new coach of the Chicago Bulls (8:31). Next, discussing college football as the SEC o...

Ryan McDaniel talks about today's announcement of the Big 10 playing football this fall, along with last week's college football action (1:49). Next, he gives his thoughts and impressions on Week 1 in the NFL and looks ahead to Week 2 (10:22). Then, the latest from the NBA Bubble from the Heat taking Game 1 in the ECF and the Nuggets overcoming a 3-1 deficit once again, this time over the Clippers...

Ryan McDaniel, to start the podcast off, remembers 9/11 and discusses the comments made about Dak Prescott and mental health. talks Steve Nash being hired as new coach of the Nets, Miami advancing to the ECF, How and What will Milwaukee do this Off-Season , among the other series (9:11). Then, he discusses the plan for College Football on the podcast this year, predictions for conference champions...

The boys are back! After three months, Matt Mormann, Peter Lewis, and Ryan McDaniel are back to do another pod together. This time, they talk what they've been up to in those three months (1:24), 'Draft Day' and Fantasy Football leading into a conversation about this NFL season and thoughts about each of their teams (20:21). Then, Matt and Peter discuss what's been going on in the world of wrestli...