West War Room Rivals

Welcome back to West War Room Rivals! This week, we’re honored to be joined by Blaine Bishop – former Tennessee Oilers/Titans and Philadelphia Eagles safety, a 3x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowler, and one of the hardest-hitting DBs of the 1990s. From his underdog beginnings at Ball State to the legendary 1999 Titans Super Bowl run and the unforgettable “Music City Miracle”, Bishop sits down with us inside t...

🏈 West War Room Rivals | Featuring Christian “The Nigerian Nightmare” OkoyeWar Room Soldiers buckle up! In this episode, the crew welcomes an NFL legend into the War Room—Christian Okoye, former Kansas City Chiefs running back, 2x Pro Bowler, and the 1989 NFL Rushing Champ. Known as The Nigerian Nightmare, Okoye left a lasting mark on the NFL, Chiefs Kingdom, and the entire AFC West. We dive deep...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring Chris Hovan (Former Vikings/Buccaneers DT)The War Room is bringing the heat again, and this time we’re joined by one of the toughest defensive linemen of the 2000s — Chris Hovan! From dominating at Boston College to wreaking havoc in the NFL with the Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Hovan brings stories, insight, and raw honesty straight to the table.👊...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring Taylor Arenz | NFL Cheerleader & Sideline Attraction HostWelcome back inside the brand-new JBW Solutions War Room Studio as West War Room Rivals brings you another electric episode! Hosted by the Shovicks, Cody, Austin, Cory, and Matt, this week we welcome a special guest who knows how to light up a stadium and a sideline – Taylor Arenz. Taylor is the host and...

Episode Breakdown Intro (2–3 min) Hosted by Cody Roll-Call rocking SPY Optic sunglasses (promo code orange20 for 20% off at SPYoptic.com ) Shoutouts to sponsors: JBW Solutions LLC (Veteran Owned/Community Driven/Safety Focus), Badger Barrel (grill & BBQ gear), and Shank-It Golf College Years at South Carolina Why Abraham chose the Gamecocks Favorite SEC battles and road environments Draft prep...

Welcome back to West War Room Rivals, the ultimate AFC West podcast where rivals collide and the truth gets told. In this Week 2 NFL Preview, Cody, Austin, Cory, and Matt go all-in on the matchups that will shape the AFC West race. This week’s war room session is loaded with firepower:🔥 Silver & Black Ops (Cody) – A deep dive into the Las Vegas Raiders heading into their Monday Night Football...

The AFC West is the toughest division in football, and West War Room Rivals is here to break it all down. In this week’s episode, the crew dives into the biggest questions surrounding each team:Las Vegas Raiders – Could the Raiders actually surprise some teams this year, or are they still a step behind? Kansas City Chiefs – Why the Chiefs roster didn’t improve as much as people think despite comin...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring Bengals Legend Carl PickensThe West War Room Rivals crew is back with a special guest: Carl Pickens, former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver and friend of the show! In this episode, we dive into the end of preseason, the transition into Week 1, and what really matters when the lights come on. Carl shares insight into training camp, preseason memories, and which pla...

West War Room Rivals – Episode 22 | Special Guest: David Amerson (Former Raiders DB)Tonight, we’re joined by David Amerson, one of the most dynamic defensive backs of the last decade. From dominating college football at NC State, where he led the nation with 13 interceptions in 2011 and won the Jack Tatum Award, to making plays in the NFL with Washington, the Oakland Raiders, and the Kansas City C...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring AJ Johnson (Former Denver Broncos Linebacker)The West War Room Rivals crew sits down with Alexander “AJ” Johnson, former Denver Broncos linebacker, known for his physical play, his rise from practice squad to NFL starter, and his famous “Raptor Dance.” AJ takes us behind the scenes of his time in Denver, life under Vic Fangio’s elite defensive system, and why he ma...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring Erik Coleman (Former Jets DB)This week on West War Room Rivals, we welcome Erik Coleman, a standout defensive back from Washington State and a 5th-round pick in the 2004 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. From his days in the PAC-10 to matching up against elite NFL quarterbacks, Coleman brings stories and insight that every football fan will appreciate.🔹 College Year...

West War Room Rivals – Featuring Eric Warfield | Kansas City Chiefs Legend & Nebraska ChampionThe Rivalry is alive! This week on West War Room Rivals, Cody and the crew sit down with Eric Warfield — 3x National Champion with Nebraska, 7-year Kansas City Chiefs veteran, and one of the most respected defensive backs of his era. We go deep into Warfield’s college glory days at Nebraska in the 90s...

The West War Room Rivals is back, and this week we’re joined by one of the most legendary kickers in NFL history — Matt Prater! A 2x Pro Bowler, 2013 Second Team All-Pro, and the record holder for the most 50+ yard field goals in NFL history (81), Prater takes us inside his journey from UCF to the Denver Broncos, and the incredible 64-yard field goal that stood as the NFL record for nearly a decad...

The West War Room Rivals welcome former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sylvester Morris to the show! A 1st Team All-SWAC, 1998 SWAC Player of the Year, and 21st overall pick in the 2000 NFL Draft out of Jackson State University, Morris carved his name into football history. Now a JSU Hall of Famer (2024) and proud member of the Chiefs Ambassador Program, he joins us to share his journey from the...

In this episode of West War Room Rivals, we’re joined by Carl Pickens — 1991 First Team All-American, 2x All-SEC standout at Tennessee, 1992 NFL Rookie of the Year, and 2x All-Pro wide receiver. From the roar of Neyland Stadium to the grind of the AFC Central, Pickens brings real stories, raw insight, and reflections from a career that helped shape the modern wide receiver mold. We dive deep into:...

West War Room Rivals | Featuring Quinten Jammer | Chargers Legend Talks Texas Days, AFC West Battles & NFL MemoriesIn this exclusive episode of West War Room Rivals, we’re joined by former San Diego Chargers star and Texas Longhorns legend Quinten Jammer — the hard-hitting, physical cornerback who made his mark in the AFC West for over a decade. From being a top-5 pick in the 2002 NFL Draft to...

West War Room Rivals | Featuring Bethany Bowman of Sports Radio 810 WHB Breaking Barriers in Sports Media + Chiefs Culture & KC Sports Talk In this episode, we’re joined by Bethany Bowman — sports reporter, host on Sports Radio 810 WHB , and Emporia State alum. Bethany shares her journey breaking into sports radio, what it's like covering Kansas City sports, and how she navigates the chall...

West War Room Rivals: SmashUp Fantasy with Chris Hauck In this episode of West War Room Rivals , we’re joined by special guest Chris Hauck , Co-Founder of SmashUp Fantasy Sports — the revolutionary new way to play fantasy football. The crew dives into the creation of SmashUp, how it's shaking up the fantasy game space, and what makes it different from the traditional platforms. Chris also shar...

Former NFL RB Derrick Blaylock Joins the Show | Speed, Strength & AFC West Talk | West War Room RivalsIn this special episode of West War Room Rivals, we’re joined by former NFL running back Derrick Blaylock, known for his time with the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets. Blaylock dives into his playing days, shares insights on today’s game, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his post-...

Jesse Newell Talks Chiefs Camp Battles, AFC West Threats & Mahomes Behind the Scenes | West War Room RivalsDescription:The West War Room Rivals crew is joined by Kansas City Chiefs beat writer Jesse Newell for an all-access look at the defending Super Bowl champs. From inside stories about Andy Reid’s mustache to underrated camp battles and whether the Chargers could actually finish last, Jess...

Episode 8: AFC West Predictions + Special Guest Des from Broncos for Dummies | West War Room RivalsThis week on West War Room Rivals, we’re bringing in a heavy hitter from Broncos Country — Des, the creator behind the hit content page Broncos for Dummies. From bold takes on the AFC West to the inside scoop on his brand-new show, SportzBlitzPod, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We cover i...

NFL Hall of Fame coach Dick Vermeil joins West War Room Rivals for an unforgettable conversation covering his incredible football journey — from high school coaching to leading teams to the Super Bowl. In this exclusive interview, Coach Vermeil reflects on:Building the Philadelphia Eagles into contenders in the 1980sThe emotional ride to winning Super Bowl XXXIV with the St. Louis RamsWorking with...

Episode Title: Fan Appreciation Night | Rivalries, Rooting for the Enemy, and AFC West Loyalty In this special Fan Appreciation Night edition of West War Room Rivals , the crew steps off the battlefield (just a little) to show love to the loyal listeners and passionate AFC West fans. We kick things off with a fun twist: Which AFC West team would we root for if we couldn’t back our own? The answers...

Welcome back to the AFC West War Room — Where Rivals CollideHere’s what we’re diving into:🔹 Cory’s Question of the Week – Expect the unexpected 🔹 Fan Question of the Day – Who is the better tight end: Tony Gonzalez or Antonio Gates? 🔹 Guest Interview with Ballers_Meg  • Why the Falcons?  • Thoughts on Atlanta's 2025 offseason moves  • Can Atlanta take over the NFC South? 🔹 Final Takes from...

🚨 LIVE NOW: AFC West War Room | Draft Busts, McConkey vs. Bowers, & Top 5 RBs in Division History! 🚨The rivalry is real in the AFC West—and the War Room is open for business! Tune in to this week’s LIVE episode as we break down the hottest debates and boldest takes across the division!🔥 Tonight’s Topics:📉 2025 NFL Draft: Most Likely First-Round Busts We’re calling out the riskiest picks fr...