Views From The 573

Wrapping up college football previews, Ryan McDaniels takes a look at some of the expected top teams in the Group of 5 conferences, plus takes a look at what to to expect from Notre Dame this season.

Continuing football previews, Ryan McDaniel tackles the AFC East, including what to make of the Bills after the end of last season, why this is a make or break year for the Patriots and Mac Jones, why the offensive line will determine how far the Jets go and if Tua can stay healthy enough for the Dolphins to become one of the AFC's top teams.

On the 300th episode of the Views Pod, Ryan tackles a dying conference in the PAC-12. In what may be its final season, he dives into what makes this conference exciting this season and takes a look at some of the more notable teams, like whether USC can get their defense together and can Primetime get Colorado's new roster to gel quickly.

Ryan McDaniel briefly takes a look at the just released AP Preseason Top 25 Poll (1:31). Then, he dives into the NFC West with the Cardinals being potentially the worst team in the league, the questions he has for the Rams, can Geno replicate what he did a year with the Seahawks, and who will lead the 49ers talented roster at QB (8:24).

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Rebecca Gangemella as they take a look at the 2023 Missouri Tigers (1:03). Then, he previews the rest of the conference, including whether Georgia can three peat, can Tennessee not be a one-hit wonder, and Alabama having more questions than in recent years (33:55).

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Rebecca Gangemella as they discuss what to expect from her Kansas City Chiefs this season, including their championship window, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones' contract and more (2:16). Then, Ryan takes a look at the other teams in the division, including can the Sean Payton-Russell Wilson experience work in Denver (36:10), can the Raiders defense help out new QB Jimmy Ga...

Ryan McDaniel heads back to college football previews, but first, discusses the possibility of expansion on the horizon again for the sport and where does that leave the Power 5 conferences. Then, he tackles the Big 12, where four new teams join the conference, the Kansas teams look to build on last season's momentum, and Oklahoma and Texas enter their final year.

Coming back together for the first time in ages, Ryan, Matt, and Peter talk about the current state of the running back market before previewing the AFC North (3:05). There, they tackle the Ravens adding around Lamar after his extension (24:27), will the latest Joe Burrow affect the Bengals early on (44:36), will Deshaun Watson bounce back after a rough start in Cleveland (57:14), the current stat...

Heading into another NFL preview, Ryan dives into the NFC North. He takes a look at whether Justin Fields is ready to take the next step with the Bears (3:33), can the Lions build upon their 2022 season (12:44), what will the Packers look like with Jordan Love now QB1 (20:35), and can the Vikings stop anyone in 2023 (31:04). Then, take a look at various news around sports including Jaylen Brown&#3...

In Week 2 of college football previews, Ryan McDaniel is joined by Peter Lewis as they take a look at the Big 10. They dive into the West Division, including tackling a new style of offense for Wisconsin (3:31). Then, they discuss the East (24:16) including what to expect from Penn State in 2023 (33:00), plus changes at Ohio State and if all the talent returning to Ann Arbor should make Michigan t...

Covering the first AFC division, Ryan McDaniel takes a look at the AFC South. He tackles the beginning of the DeMeco Ryans and CJ Stroud era in Houston (2:15), whether Anthony Richardson is ready to play for the Colts right now (11:20), if the Jaguars can build on their division-winning 2022 season (22:20), and whether the Titans are going for one last run + the DeAndre Hopkins signing (30:16).

Kicking off our College Football previews, Ryan McDaniel takes a look at the ACC, as he tackles who may be some of the top teams in the conference and who could potentially challenge Clemson.

With football season getting closer, Ryan McDaniel kicks off football previews with the NFL and previews the NFC South. He takes a look at Atlanta with their talented, young skill position players (3:48), Bryce Young's rookie season in Carolina (12:26), if Derek Carr is the answer post-Drew Brees for the Saints (21:31), what to expect from Tampa Bay post-Tom Brady (31:39) and more.

With football season lingering near, Ryan gives the rundown on how the football previews will go. Then, with more details on the way, tackles the latest on the NBA's in-season tournament (7:05). Next, Damien Lillard finally requests a trade, but only to Miami. He tackles whether Portland will oblige to the request or should they wait for the best offer. Plus, he wonders Utah and San Antonio co...

Ryan McDaniel is joined by fellow Spurs fan Matt Mormann to discuss Victor Wembanyama officially becoming a Spur, including whether the expectations for him right away are becoming unfair (1:48). Then, they shift gears to the MLB as they talk about the Cardinals' struggles, what moves could they make, and discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments at the halfway mark of the season (15:2...

Ryan McDaniel and Charles Jones put a bow on this NBA season as they discuss the Nuggets winning their first championship (3:03). Next, with the NBA off-season just getting started, they breakdown the Suns trading for Bradley Beal, how do Kristaps Porzingis and Marcus Smart fit in with their new teams, and how can this version of Chris Paul impact the Warriors (11:50). Then, they give their live r...

On this episode, Ryan discusses the surprising news of a merger between the PGA and LIV Golf, Messi coming to the States, potential landing spots for Dalvin Cook, looks at the NBA Finals three games in, updates on where things are in the MLB in June, and more.

Ryan McDaniel is joined by Charles Jones as they catch up on what's going on in the NBA, including GM Bob Myers leaving Golden State, the Draft Lottery, what happened in Game 7 of Heat-Celtics + what's in store for the Celtics this offseason (:54). Then, they get talk how Heat culture is a real thing to lead up previewing the Finals with the Heat-Nuggets, some potential X-Factors, predicti...

Ryan discusses Ja's recent incident and what might come for him and the Grizzlies next (3:26). Then, he talks about Tuesday night's draft lottery, how the Spurs looks as a destination after winning the Wembanyama sweepstakes, who fits best for the Hornets at #2 and the Blazers three options at #3 (16:02). Next, tackling whether it's the end of an era for the Warriors and what lies next...

Ryan discusses some of the notable games released ahead of the full NFL schedule release (6:04). Then, its on to the NBA as he talks about the All-NBA teams being revealed (16:54). Next, some playoff talk as he tackles whether the Celtics can recover from Game 5, can the Nuggets get a close out road win against the Suns, can the Lakers continue their home dominance and top the Warriors and can the...

Ryan looks at the MLB a month in with a couple surprise teams leading the way (2:28). Next, looking at big surprises happening in the NHL Playoffs (10:31), Embiid winning MVP along with recapping the NBA Playoffs up to now, including thoughts on the Grizzlies and Dillion Brooks (13:34). Finally, he recaps the NFL Draft, looking at how all our teams did, his winners and losers, plus an early peak a...

Ryan briefly recaps how the NBA Playoffs have gone so far, followed by heading to the NFL Draft where Matt joins him and talks about his experience going to the draft. Then, they recap the first round with a handful of surprises in the top half of the round before discussing their thoughts on Day Two. NBA Playoffs (1:05) Matt's Draft Experience (9:08) Picks 1-10 (25:25) Picks 11-20 (1:00:21) P...

The NFL Draft is almost officially upon us! Ryan McDaniel and Matt Mormann take a look at this RB and WR class, along with what they think of this year's group of QB's (6:28) before they conduct the annual Views first round mock draft (41:06).

The NBA Playoffs are here! Ryan is joined by Charles Jones as they preview the first round matchups In the East (4:50)and West (28:31), as well as look ahead to potential matchups down the road.

Ryan discusses the Final Four for both the men's and women's tournaments, the NBA regular season conclusion with playoff seeds still up for grabs, and some good early returns on the MLB's offseason changes.