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Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann continue their day two recap as they take a look at every pick of the third round of the NFL Draft. They dig into the Cardinals putting all their picks to good use, the fits of Malachi Corley and Blake Corum on the Jets and Rams, how teams loaded up on offensive line in this round too and so much more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/X: @RyanViews573 Follow Matt on Twitter/X:...

Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann tackle every pick of the second round of the NFL Draft. They dig into the early run on defensive tackles, the Eagles and Lions doubling up on defensive backs the Raiders and every NFC North team killing the draft so and much more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/X: @RyanViews573 Follow Matt on Twitter/X: @realmattmormann Follow the pods on Twitter/X: @573Pods Follow the ADP:A...

Join Ryan McDaniel as he recaps the 1st round of the 2024 NFL Draft that included a major surprise in the Top 10, six quarterbacks taken in the first 12 picks and a historic night for offensive players selected.

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones as they discuss the Grizzlies' rough season & positives from it, plus if it's the end of an era for the Warriors (2:12). After, they tackle the first round of the NBA playoffs in the East, the heavily-favored Celtics and just how in trouble are the Bucks in potentially without Giannis (18:17). Then, they head West to talk Clips-Mavs, Wolves-Suns...

Before the Bears are officially on the clock in Detroit, Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann are on the clock for one final mock draft as they tackle everything from if the Cardinals stay put or trade back, what direction the Chargers go in at 5, and what should the Titans do if their nightmare scenario happens.

Ryan starts off with some college hoops with UConn going back-to-back after their title win over Purdue and South Carolina getting revenge on Iowa + John Calipari leaving Kentucky to head to Arkansas and the impact for all parties involved (1:48). Then, with the NFL Draft two weeks away, he plays a game of 20 questions including what teams in the top 10 will do, who will be the first receiver off...

With the UFL season officially underway, Ryan is joined by Matthew Tyler, the creator/host of the UFL Insiders Podcast & founder of the Alternative Football Network. They tackle how they got connected + how he got started along with getting the AFN underway (1:42), an overview on how the XFL/USFL merger came to be (15:55), look back at some of the standout moments/players/teams from Week 1 (28...

With everyone's bracket busted, Ryan recaps an exciting first weekend of the NCAA Tournament (3:17). Then, he tries not to hip-tackle all the changes coming to the NFL, including trying to take the hip-tackle out the game, how replay officials will be more involved and the official change to the XFL kickoff format (8:40). Next, with the Chiefs trading L'Jarius Sneed to the Titans, takes a...

Baseball season is around the corner! Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann preview the upcoming season by looking at the current state of the Cardinals, who can be this year's D-Backs, how exciting can this Orioles team be and more before they lock in their predictions for the awards, divisions and who will win the World Series.

Ryan McDaniel tackles Justin Fields being traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, did the Bears do right by him and his fit with the Steelers (3:31). On the heels of that, with four of the top five quarterbacks from the 2021 now on different teams as backups and with several looking to be drafted in the top half of the first round this year, what lessons should teams looking to draft a quarterback lear...

Ryan McDaniel recaps the NFL free agency frenzy of this week. Whether its being impressed by the moves his Titans have made, to players signing with division rivals or the Vikings and Bears potentially changing draft scenarios with their moves, he tackles the moves every team has made so far.

It’s finally mock draft season! Matt Mormann and Ryan McDaniel break down Ryan’s first mock draft for the 2024 draft, including where should Brock Bowers land, what are the best spots for JJ McCarthy and could the Titans be like the 2021 Bengals in choosing between a receiver or a tackle.

Ryan McDaniel tackles what the injunction in the Tennessee & Virginia vs. NCAA case means for college athletics right now and what it means for Tennessee and Virginia (2:15). Then, with news of the CFP already looking at a 14 team playoff, discusses what it would look like, obstacles ahead of them and if they should do it (9:25). After, he jump to the NFL with the salary cap spiking up, how di...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones as they discuss the problems of All-Star Weekend and throw some ideas around on how to fix them (2:24). With the season starting back after break, they take a look at a top heavy but tough Western Conference, if they believe in the Wolves, how far can the Thunder go, can the Warriors stay hot and more (18:39). After, they take a look at the Eastern Conferen...

Matt Mormann and Ryan McDaniel recap the Chiefs going back-to-back with their overtime win over the 49ers. They tackle how this game was a microcosm of the Chiefs' season, the 49ers missed opportunities, if Shanahan make the right call on the overtime coin toss and more (1:32). Next, they dig into how teams/fans might be feeling after this version of the Chiefs won it all, if the Chiefs might...

Matt Mormann and Ryan McDaniel dive into their preview of this year's Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. A rematch of the big game in 2020, they tackle just how different this version of the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes are, how important it is for the Niners offense to start out fast and stay on schedule, keys/matchups to watch and more before they make their pic...

Ryan starts off the show by discussing his thoughts on the news involving Tennessee and the NCAA, plus Ben Johnson spurning head coaching jobs to return to the Lions (1:39). Following that, he recaps the Conference Championship weekend starting with the AFC Title game with the Chiefs heading back to the Super Bowl after shutting down the Ravens, plus the chances and miscues they had resulting in t...

Matt Mormann and Ryan McDaniel discuss Jim Harbaugh's fit with the Chargers and what to expect (1:34). Plus, tackle other coaching vacancies that were filled including how Ryan feels about Titans new head coach, Brian Callahan, who gets the Seattle and Washington job, and if Bill Belichick and Mike Vrabel are going to be left without jobs (11:00). Following that, they recap the Divisional Week...

Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann react to Alabama hiring Kalen DeBoer as its next head coach, what does he bring to the Tide, and what are the expectations and concerns ahead as the guy replacing Nick Saban (4:44). Following that, with news of Belichick's interview with the Falcons, tackle what are the best landing spots for the former Patriots coach, including what to expect from his successor,...

Ryan tackles the surprising news of Alabama coach Nick Saban retiring, his impact on the sport, and who can possibly follow him as the next coach at Alabama (1:30). Following that up, with longtime Patriots coach Bill Belichick parting ways with the organization, he discusses what openings make the most sense at this part in his career (16:23). Then, he's joined by Charles Jones as they take a...

Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann react to Michigan win over Washington to cap off a perfect national title run, how the Wolverines were able to do it and how it gives hope to the rest of college football heading to the 12 team playoff (6:22). Then, they discuss coach Jim Harbaugh's future, why they feel he makes the jump back to the NFL and what are the best landing spots for him (17:12). Next,...

On the first pod of 2024, Ryan recaps an epic day of college football with the CFP semifinals as Michigan takes down Alabama and Washington wins a thriller over Texas (2:02). Then, he previews and makes his pick for the Michigan-Washington title game, plus recaps the New Year's Six games (15:25). Next, where do the results of Week 17 leave us with playoff scenarios heading into the final week...

On the final week of 2023, Ryan reacts to Russell Wilson being benched and later cut by Denver, looking back on the trade and next steps for both (2:03). Then, he takes a look back at Week 16 including the Dolphins shutting up their narrative against the Cowboys, Lamar making his MVP case against the 49ers and the Raiders giving the Chiefs a lump of coal for Christmas (10:33). Next, a look at Week...

With Week 15 of the NFL in the books, Ryan recaps the Bills running all over the Cowboys, Baker's perfect day at Lambeay, the Eagles losing their third straight and more (2:40). Then, he previews Week 16 including a battle of narratives with the Cowboys heading to Miami and a potential Super Bowl preview on Christmas Day (31:08). Finally, a recap of the early bowl games and a preview of the next s...

Ryan starts off with the Dodgers already making moves to improve their pitching with Tyler Glasnow (2:29) before getting into making his early bowl predictions (4:26). Then, he gets into the Chargers letting go of coach Brandon Staley and why it might not be the appealing job some think it is (21:48). Finally, he makes his Week 15 picks including three Saturday games, Eagles looking for bounce bac...