Views From The 573

Ryan McDaniel talks with Charles Jones about the last few days in the NBA with players putting the playoffs on the back burner to look for action to social justice and what being done next (2:27), the rest of the matchups in the NBA playoffs and looking ahead to the 2nd Round matchups (21:34) and what to expect from Cam Newton on the Patriots (44:33). Finally, the NFL previews continue this week b...

Ryan McDaniel discusses his thoughts on what went down with last night's NBA Draft Lottery (3:28) and Bubble Playoff Basketball so far (16:24). Then, he previews all the teams in the AFC as the NFL season is getting closer (27:08). Finally, a look at where things stand in the MLB and in the Stanley Cup Playoffs (1:02:10). 

Ryan McDaniel discusses Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson buying the XFL, possibly reviving it once more (4:06). Then, he gives his thoughts on the setup and games of the NBA's Bubble Basketball so far, the teams and players that are hot at the right moment, current scenarios for the 8th spot in the West, and the Grizzlies chances looking bleak as of now (7:05). Next, the MLB looking better after a bad we...

Jace Murphy and Ryan McDaniel discuss the rocky start with the MLB and the Marlins, plus the trouble with a bubble for the NFL and MLB compared to the success so far of the NBA and WNBA bubble (3:04). Then, they tackle if there will be a college football season and how and what has to happen to guarantee at least the chance a season (13:13). Next, they breakdown the Jamal Adams trade, if Seattle g...

Ryan McDaniel is back to talk the recent big extensions of the NFL with players like Derrick Henry and Pat Mahomes and what does it mean for Deshaun, Lamar, and Dak going forward (3:32). Then, what is going to happen with college football, such as the General 5 teams and if a spring season could be played (22:12). Finally, some things to look for and to be excited about with a shortened MLB season...

Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann discuss what on earth is the MLB doing (3:12), thoughts and concerns surrounding the NBA coming back (20:01), the past week in NASCAR (41:48), the NFL, Kaepernick going forward (48:49) & a Matt Mormann golf story as things start to slowly open up (1:02:47).

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones to have a conversation about George Floyd, racism, the protests and looting, leadership, Kaepernick, and police brutality and how do we change it (1:57). Then, they touch on the year that's been 2020 and what all has happened in the span of these last six months, including Covid-19 (54:29). Finally, they talk about news of the NBA coming back and the specif...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones to discuss finding out big sports news happening during basic training & becoming friends (3:15), rehashing the Harden trade & discussing the potential of an OKC's dynasty & its effects on the league (11:27). Then, moving on to film, they talk about reconnecting through seeing movies in 2019 & rank the best movies they saw (54:00). Next, the...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Grant Marshall to discuss 'The Last Dance', what were some of their biggest takeaways from the doc, along with what/who aged the best & worst from it & who would make a 10 part documentary on next (2:28). Then, they discuss the options on the table for the NBA (38:41) & MLB (55:42) to attempt to come back. Finally, they tackle whether we'll see College Footba...

Matt, Peter, & Ryan recap the NFL Draft as they discuss the 1st Round picks (2:18), who are some of their winners & losers (36:55), give their thoughts on how their teams did (1:04:58), & the NFL pulling off a successful virtual draft (1:24:52).

Matt & Ryan preview this year's NFL Draft by discussing which teams could trade back or trade up (7:19), take a look at each of their own mock drafts, including what is Joe Burrow's comparison (23:21), & wrap it up by doing the 2020 Views Mock Draft (53:51).

Ryan is joined by Grant Marshall to talk a variety of topics. First, how he became a teacher & coach, what was the first year like, plus talking sports in Caruthersville (3:59). Then, they talk about rewatching the MCU, what things have changed for them, including a surprising take, thoughts on the MCU's take on Spider-Man, are we as excited for the MCU Post-Endgame plus more (23:11). Next, th...

Matt & Ryan discuss the latest on what they've been doing during quarantine, Wrestlemania 36, the stacked 2020 NBA Hall of Fame class, the MLB's early concept plan to start baseball back in May + can it work & what might be some obstacles, the movie industry in the current climate, & what are some plans for future podcasts on the Views & Entertainment channels.

This week, Matt & Ryan tackle whether signing running back's to big contracts become a thing of the past (2:48), along with Todd Gurley's fit with the Falcons, the Chargers post-Phillip Rivers & post-Melvin Gordon, Clowney still being on the market, & where do Cam Newton & Jameis Winston go from here (21:00). Then, discussing a new report that Grizzlies owner Robert Pera was lookin...

Matt & Peter discuss the two biggest bits of NFL news, with the NFL coming to terms on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (4:44) & Tom Brady heading to Tampa (10:37). Then, what happens to Jameis now + some of the other QB moves (17:05), what the Dolphins have done in free agency (22:21), & the Teddy Bridgewater fit in Carolina (25:43). Next, looking at both sides of the David Johns...

Matt & Ryan sit down & recap the whirlwind of news concerning the coronavirus & the impact it is making in sports & entertainment. Plus, some thoughts on the next steps for both & what the next few months could look like.

Matt & Ryan discuss a couple things off the top, including SEMO firing basketball coach Rick Ray, Tony Romo getting paid, & the devastating tornado that hit Nashville (1:53). Then, diving right into the NBA & what's going on with Houston Rockets recent surge with their small ball lineup, plus should Giannis or LeBron win MVP & making the case for LeBron (19:58). Also, the XFL in We...

Matt & Ryan discuss the possibility of the Summer Olympics getting cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak, Kobe & Gigi's Memorial Service at Staples, Wilder v. Fury, & more (7:35). Then, the impact of the NFL making moves with the next CBA & changing up to a 17 week season + getting into Draft season & the Scouting Combine (22:00). Next, which NBA teams have the best chance...

This week, Ryan gives his take on the talk around the MLB regarding the Astros cheating scandal plus why it would be hard to vacate their 2017 title (2:43). Next, he discusses the NBA All-Star Weekend & whether the NBA's tweaks to the All-Star Game format worked (15:24). Finally, he tackles some football, looking at the XFL (31:53) & thoughts on all the big-name NFL Quarterback's hitting the marke...

Matt & Ryan head to the MLB first to discuss the finalized details of the Mookie Betts trade (4:32) & potential big MLB Playoff changes (13:20). Then, they recap the opening weekend of the XFL, including the ratings over the weekend & some of the new wrinkles & if they might make their way to the NFL, & start predicting the games for this season (26:10). Next, taking a look at NBA All-Star Weekend...

Matt & Ryan recap the Super Bowl broadcast as the Chiefs get a comeback win over the 49ers (3:11), along with other festivities over the weekend including the NFL's 2020 Hall of Fame class being officially announced & the NFL Honors Ceremony (44:12). Then, instant reaction to some breaking news during the pod that Mookie Betts & David Price are heading to the Dodgers & getting updates throughout t...

Matt Mormann, Peter Lewis & Ryan McDaniel preview this year’s Super Bowl as they discuss how the Chiefs & 49ers stack up against each other (2:46). Then, in honor of Super Bowl 54, make 54 prop bets including the commercials, halftime show, what they think the final stat lines for both teams look like. & who will ultimately be crowned champions (37:06).

Matt Mormann, Peter Lewis, & Ryan McDaniel remember the life of Kobe Bryant.

Matt, Peter & Ryan hit some off the top topics, including Chandler Parsons' accident, McGregor comes back, Kansas & K-State brawl + more (3:45). Then, they get into their main topics with Carlos Beltran getting canned, Baseball Hall of Fame getting announced, Ozuna to the Braves (15:51). Next, they look to the NFL as they talk Eli Manning's retirement & his case for the Hall of Fame + Antonio Brow...

On this episode, Matt & Ryan react to the Astros getting hammered by the MLB, the impact of it now & down the road, Josh Donaldson to the Twins & Cardinals trade rumors (4:12). Next, they discuss the Browns newest head coach, Joe Brady leaving LSU for Carolina & Luke Kuechly announcing his sudden retirement (27:20). Then, they recap all the Divisional Games from the weekend, from t...