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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2026 · 44 MIN

John Gruden’s NFL Return? | Bob Nightingale on the MLB Trade Deadline, ESPYs Recap & World Cup Drama

from SportsWrap with Jason Page · host Jason Page, Sam Yarnell, Bob Nightengale

Could John Gruden really be welcomed back into the NFL? On this edition of SportsWrap w/Jason Page, Jason opens the show with a passionate edition of The Big Story, examining reports that Jon Gruden could return to NFL broadcasting despite the racist, homophobic, and misogynistic emails that led to his departure from the league. Jason contrasts Gruden's potential redemption arc with the treatment of Colin Kaepernick and asks whether the NFL applies its standards consistently. Later, Bob Nightingale of USA Today joins the program to break down Major League Baseball's rapidly approaching trade deadline. The conversation covers potential sellers and buyers, playoff races, the Chicago Cubs and White Sox, Jacob Misiorowski's emergence, All-Star Game storylines, and what teams could make the biggest splash before the deadline. Jason is also joined by Sam Yarnell to discuss: ⚽ Lionel Messi's latest magic on the world stage ⚽ The evolving landscape of international soccer 🏆 Highlights and biggest moments from the ESPY Awards 🏀 Caitlin Clark's latest confrontation with officials and the Fever's struggles 🏀 The Golden State Valkyries' remarkable inaugural season Plus, Jason wraps up the show with Odds & Ends and the stories that didn't fit elsewhere. SportsWrap w/Jason Page delivers independent sports commentary, interviews, analysis, and conversations that go beyond the headlines. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates.Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Jason Page examines the controversy surrounding Jon Gruden's potential NFL return and questions why the league's standards appear to differ from those applied to Colin Kaepernick. Bob Nightingale joins the show to discuss the MLB trade deadline, while Sam Yarnell weighs in on Lionel Messi, the ESPYs, Caitlin Clark, and the latest soccer headlines.

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