PODCAST · sports
Derek Likes Sports
by DAT Media
Hi! I'm Derek, and I like sports.Join me for fun, wide-ranging conversations about sports, life, and the weird stuff in between. Whether you're a casual fan or a diehard, there's something here for you.We’ll take nostalgic trips down memory lane, play trivia, and indulge in the age-old tradition of naming random dudes. Along the way, we’ll explore how shared interests—especially sports—bring people together.
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What Does Devesh Know? + Boston Sports Had A Month (Derogatory) + An Idea For Diana Russini + Trying To Guess NFL Team's Best and Worst Seasons
Derek and Devesh break their silence on the Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini situation. Derek tries to discuss the last month for Boston sports. Derek gives Devesh a quiz that combines sports trivia and pop culture trivia. Then we played a game where we try to guess the best and worst years for different NFL teams. At the end we discuss the NBA playoffs and how LeBron James might have cemented himself as the GOAT with a round one playoff win.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/DLS on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Let's Do A Draft of... Everything? | NFL Draft First Round Recap + Derek Called 911 for the First Time Ever + What Does "Vegan" Even Mean? Like Really? I'm Being Serious
Derek and Devesh do the thing where they debate a topic that is probably actually settled science, but both of them present their points as though they are breaking fresh new ground. It's great!Why did Derek apologize to a paramedic for getting blood on his iPad? How did cheese cause Devesh's nose to bleed? This is literally the only place you will find the answers to these questions. Derek and Devesh also offer their thoughts on the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Was picking Jerry Love a mistake for the Cardinals? Was picking Ty Simpson a mistake for the Rams? Was picking to be on this show a mistake for Devesh? I'm sure these two dudes have all of the answers.Will Derek's sinuses heal? Will Devesh get kicked out of the library again? Find out right now on Derek Likes Sports!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/DLS on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Let's Get Musical (The Music In Sports Episode) | What Do John Tesh, Ludacris, LFO, Tim Robinson, and John Cena Have In Common?
What do John Tesh, Ludacris, LFO, Tim Robinson, and John Cena have in common?We talk about all of them in this incredible episode of Derek Likes Sports. Mike Held brings some of the greatest examples of music appearing in sports and sports appearing in music.The best part is, all of the music used in this episode was used totally fairly. Like the fairest music has ever been use. Fair use you might call it. We provided commentary and used the songs for educational purposes. It's great.Here are the songs that show up in this epiosde:"Classic Battle," "The Raiders," and "Quest For The Silver Trophy" by Sam Spence"Don't Call Them Twinkies" by the Baseball Project"Summer Girls" by LFO"Sirius" by the Alan Parsons Project"The Time Is Now" by John Cena"Roundball Rock" by John Tesh"Roundball Rock" by Tim Robinson and Jason Sedeikis"Piazza, New York Catcher" by Belle and SebastianThe Masters ThemeThe NFL themes used by FOX, CBS, ESPN, NBC, NFL Network, and Amazon Prime.The MLB theme used by FOX.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/DLS on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Mike HeldMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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The Mascot Madness Finale + Sweepstakes Winners + Hot Baseball Players + Jo Adell + Josh Allen Had A Baby + Tiger Woods
Derek and Devesh reveal the winner of the 2026 Mascot Madness Tournament and the winners of the 7 trading card drawings! Thank you everyone who participated and congratulations to the winners! Look out for an email!This was a classic DLS episode that touched on the first coming, the second coming, which baseball players are hot, Jo Adell's incredible Angels in the Outfield-esque performance, Josh Allen's baby, new NFL uniforms, mustaches, mullets, etc. You basically know what you're getting at this point.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/DLS on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Devesh Does A March Madness Bracket... on March 31st + Mascot Madness Fun-Filled Four
Can a man that has been living so far under a rock he has no idea what has happened during March Madness correctly "predict" the winners of every game? It's the question that no one has ever wondered, but this episode of Derek Likes Sports definitively answers.Plus, the Fun-Filled Four of Mascot Madness is set. Gritty takes on Stuff the Magic Dragon and Phillie Phanatic takes on Mariner Moose. Who will prevail and be once and for all the undisputed Mascot Madness king?Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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A Reincarnation Situation + NFL Uniform Bracket + Mascot Madness Update + Picnics
Don't forget to check out Mascot Madness! https://derekadamthomas.com/mascotmadnessDerek and Devesh get together for the first regular DLS episode in two weeks and boy did it have everything.After a long discussion about, you guessed it, weddings, Derek had Devesh choose the winners of a NFL Uniform themed bracket. Derek straight up stole this idea from his appearance on Good Teams Win, Great Teams Cover , which you should go watch! Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Mascot Madness | A Mascot Competition Where YOU Choose The Winner! | Selection Show
March is a time for Madness. Mascot Madness. 76 mascots enter a bracket and YOU vote on the winners of each round until one mascot is left standing.Your vote also enters you into a drawing to win a one of a kind special edition Mascot Trading Card! So what are you waiting for?! Go to mascotmadness.fun right now and cast your votes!Leave a comment with who you think will win the first Mascot Madness Tournament!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/DLS on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GYjNkxSgOZcAUWx92JqbJ?si=pV0QuiAETz-PELIQ_h3l_gDLS RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/10580685c/podcast/rssDLS on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DerekLikesSportsProduced by Derek Adam ThomasMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Devesh Was Late Because He Bought A Suit + Ravens Get Sketchy With Maxx Crosby Trade + Why Are Kobe Fans Being So Weird? + More Content About Weddings
Mascot Madness begins on March 15th at 12pm! Be sure to watch the Selection Show and vote in each of the contests! There might even be prizes for participants! DerekAdamThomas.com/mascotmadness (available 3/15!)In this episode, Derek and Devesh discuss Devesh attending yet another wedding and whether or not it is okay to call the bride 3 days before her wedding to ask if you should wear a bow tie or a regular tie. Alec Pulianas joins to defend his beloved Ravens for their technically legal, but definitely sketchy rug pull on the Las Vegas Raiders and Maxx Crosby. Raiders thought they were trade-maxxing, but they were actually getting physical-mogged.Then Derek and Devesh talk about how no one really knows how to feel about Bam Adebayo's 83 point game.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guests Devesh Chandra & Alec PulianasMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Maybe We've Peaked! + The Bills Traded for DJ Moore + Is Romeo Doubs Pronounced "Dobbs," "Dubz," or "Dowbs"? + More Month Ranking Feedback
In the most unplanned (but still kind of planned) episode of Derek Likes Sports yet, Derek and Devesh talk about topics ranging from once in a lifetime events, NFL player movement, the proper pronunciation of an NFL Wide Receiver's name, the fact things can always get worse, mustache feedback, and yes, more content on the topic of ranking the months of the year.It's fun!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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The Sports Mustache Hall of Fame
A mustachioed Derek and Devesh debate the merits of various sports mustaches throughout history. It also becomes apparent that Devesh doesn't really know the difference between a mustache and a beard.The two cover some of the most legendary mustaches in sports history: Randy Johnson, Aaron Rodgers, Gardner Minshew, Andy Reid, Goose Gossage, Don Mattingly, Rollie Fingers, and many, many more. Who will make the cut and be among the selections for the very first class of the DLS Sports Mustache Hall of Fame? Well, I know one way you can find out: by watching this episode.This episode was literally weeks in the making. It is by far the most important podcast of all time. It is in the running for the most important broadcast of all time. You won't want to miss this one.Are there any mustachioed athletes we forgot? Let us know in the comments.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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College Baseball 101: The Ultimate Sicko Sport
Folks, we have entered the part of the year I refer to as the sports dead zone. Football is done. The Olympics are done. Basketball is... there I guess, but is it? Friend of the show Matt Perkins joins to explain his favorite sport to fill this entertainment vacuum: College Baseball.Matt walks us through the things that makes collegiate baseball special and why it is the ideal sport to follow during the NFL's offseason. Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Matt PerkinsMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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What Month Is Best? + Derek Runs a 40 + ADHD Simulator + wtf LeBron + "Nothing but good things to say about dressing up as O.J." + Oh yeah, the Olympics
Have you ever wondered what it is like to have ADHD? Well, listening to this episode might be the closest you ever get [complimentary [I hope]]. This episode has everything: facial hair, half baked Olympics recap, political banter, a definitive ranking of months of the year, a 35 year old man who doesn't exercise running a 40 yard dash, a 35 year old man trying to make the case that taking care of his children should actually count as exercise, regrettable Halloween costumes, and cults.It's the greatest podcast episode ever produced while including the quote "I eviscerated my groin."Derek also gives a quick preview for an exciting project coming soon!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Who Would Play Sean McVay [And More!] In A Movie? + Incognito Tabs Full of Jimmy G with Irene Turner | A Life of LA Fandom
Screenwriter and author Irene Turner joins Derek to talk about her life as a Los Angeles sports fan. She touches on the emotional journey of growing up a Rams fan only for them to be ripped away to St. Louis and then triumphantly returned. Ever wonder what it is like to watch your favorite team win the Super Bowl in their home stadium? Well, Irene can tell you.Toward the end of the episode, Derek pitches Irene some casting ideas for prominent NFL figures inspired by the upcoming film Madden starring Nic Cage and Christian Bale. Will Irene approve of Derek's choices for Sean McVay, Jared Goff, Brock Purdy, and Sam Darnold? Will she even approve of the latter three being included?Be sure to check out Irene's latest audio book "Lady Killer" available on Audible! https://www.audible.com/pd/Lady-Killer-Audiobook/B0FXF6HC8K?srsltid=AfmBOooe_lSw0dQbMLpuyy6gBdzLuYuB4VeNSFYWfN2ZWGGXyvkyKNNvBe sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Irene TurnerMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Two Men Bravely Say Bad Bunny Was Good | Super Bowl LX Recap + Trivia
039 DescriptionDevesh and Derek recap the events of Super Bowl LX including the dueling (not really) halftime shows.The Seahawks dominated the Patriots winning their 2nd Super Bowl in franchise history 29-13.Derek also brings a handful of trivia quesitons that may or may not be aimed at triggering Devesh. It is the greatest Super Bowl recap these two have ever done.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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The Definitive Super Bowl LX Preview and Prediction Show + What's Harder: Raising Children or Coming Back To Life? + "They're Extra Stupid"
With the Super Bowl just days away, Derek and Devesh dive into the two teams squaring off: The Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Of course, they first have to get through a lot of [entertaining] nonsense including a debate about a former QB that you would never be able to guess.At the end of the episode Derek reveals the Super Bowl prediction by every guest the show has ever had including Denny Carter, Sam Fortier, Dynasty Daddy, and yes even audience favorite Colleen Thomas.Who will Derek and Devesh pick to win Super Bowl LX?Thank you to Alec Pulianas, Sam Fortier, Peter Cocoros, Jeremy Tiperio, Justin Bauerle, Mike Held, Josh Katzker, and of course Colleen Thomas for getting me your Super Bowl predictions and letting me mention them on the episode.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Somehow The Patriots Returned | Long Suffering New England Patriots Fan Tells All Before Super Bowl LX
It has been 7 full years since the New England Patriots were in the Super Bowl. Can you imagine? There are full grown 7 year olds running around your town shouting "6, 7!" that have never experienced a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots.Many of us thought they had been vanquished. But much like Palpatine in Star Wars Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker, somehow the Patriots have returned in Super Bowl Episode LX, The Rise of... something.Masshole in Residence John Fozberry joins Derek to talk about the plight of having to watch his favorite team make the Super Bowl in one out of his three years on earth.Derek bears the resentment and bitterness of the entire nation while masterfully keeping his composure. Critics are saying it's the best performance of 2026; yes, even better than "Melania."Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest John FozberryMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today. Yes, even a Patriots fan.
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New Pope Means Seahawks Super Bowl & A Seattle Meteorologist Forecasts Super Bowl LX
Lifetime Seattle sports fan Scott Sistek joins Derek to discuss how this Seahawks Super Bowl run compares to their previous three. Scott provides a unique perspective on Seattle sports fandom and as a professional meteorologist provides a forecast for both the weather of Super Bowl LX and the result of the game.Check out Scott's work at EmeraldCityWeather.com.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Scott SistekMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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I'm A Little Baby + Botox + Belichick + AFC & NFC Championship Games + Devesh At Sundance + Devesh Gets Kicked Out Of The Library
In a jampacked episode of Derek Likes Sports, Derek and Devesh discuss Devesh's trip to Sundance Film Festival and what he was doing instead of watching the AFC and NFC Championship games.They then talk about Derek's chronic migraines and a new headache for Bill Belichick: missing the Hall of Fame on the first ballot. It is one of the most wide-ranging, nonsense filled podcast spectaculars perfect for Super Bowl Media Week. Be sure to check back next week for extensive coverage of Super Bowl LX!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Bills Depression Syndrome | Bills Fan Reacts to Playoff Loss, McDermott Firing, and Promoting The Guy That Burnt Down Your House
Bills Derangement Syndrome is often followed immediately by a spell of Bills Depression Syndrome. Every January, millions of Bills fans are struck down with a seasonal affliction. There may be a cure out there, but to date, it has never been found. The Buffalo Bills organization has tried nothing, and sadly, they are all out of ideas.One Bills fan, Devesh, joins Derek to discuss how he is handling this most recent bout of post-BDS BDS. Spoiler: not well!This season seems to be hitting fans extra hard and appears to be resistant to previous inoculations. The difference? The firing of Sean McDermott: a man who once seemed like a promising antidote for this plague.Devesh worries this time BDS may be fatal for his fandom, but that too is simply a symptom of the wretched illness. Nevertheless, we press on in search of a cure.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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They Didn't Screw It Up! (They Did) | Josh Katzker of "The Same Old Dolphins Show" + The First DLS Mascot Madness Tournament
Derek is joined by Josh Katzker of The Same Old Dolphins Show which can be found on the DolphinsTalk.com YouTube channel. Josh and Derek discussed how Josh came to be a Dolphins fan living in the snow belt of Central New York while also supporting the Cubs and the Blackhawks.They also discuss what it's like to have a kid that might decide to become a fan of your team's most hated rival. Finally, they go through the first ever Derek Likes Sports Mascot Madness bracket. Gritty, Philly Phanatic, Bongo, G-Wiz, Sourdough Sam, The Dolphin, and more compete for the most prestigious prize in mascotry. You won't want to miss it. For real.Be sure to check out Josh's work over on DolphinsTalk.com.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Josh (not John) KatzkerMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Bills Derangement Syndrome | "Why Aren't You Happy For Your Friend?" | NFL Wild Card Review | Divsional Preview | Goodbye Tomlin, Goodbye Rodgers?
After the Jaguars failed to cure Devesh's Bills Derangement Syndrome, Derek has hope for the Broncos. Despite Devesh's affliction, Derek and Devesh manage to review the games from one of the wildest Wild Card weekends of all time and make fresh predictions for the Divisional Round. Will the Divisional Round be even more... Divisive?Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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No One Mourns The Harbaugh
After 18 seasons, the Baltimore Ravens have fired Head Coach John Harbaugh. Ravens Fan in Residence Alec Pulianas joins Derek to discuss the Harbaugh era in Baltimore and what the future might look like for his beloved Ravens.Check out Alec's blog here: https://pulianas.com/And check out Huddle It Up Films for expert analysis leading up to April's NFL Draft: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuidK9Blbv4cOacBh0DO2LABe sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Alec PulianasMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Devesh Discovers The Most Popular Things On Earth & NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview
Derek continues to be mesmerized by the things Devesh has never heard of or seen before. The two argue about how many 1st round quarterbacks is too many for one NFL team to draft. They then go through every game in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs and predict who they each think will wind up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy in February. It is a show that will have you saying "huh?" amongst other things.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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$1 in the Bills Jar & All of the NFL Week 18 Playoff Scenarios & Maybe The MVP Should Rollover
Derek and Devesh have a passionate conversation about who should and shouldn't win the 2025 NFL MVP and ultimately land on a pretty genius solution that will never happen.They then take a look at all of the games of the NFL's final regular season week and break down what is at stake for playoff seeding. Finally Derek comes up with a punitive measure for dealing with erroneous comments about the Buffalo Bills from guests who shall remain nameless.This episode really sends 2025 out with the bang it deserves.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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"Let's Roll" and the Feast of the Circumcision and also Week 17 NFL Playoff Scenarios
Derek and Devesh start the episode off the rails and gradually try to steer back onto them. They touch on the 12 days of Christmas, the NFL playoff scenarios heading into the penultimate week of the season, and of course 9/11. Maybe microphones shouldn't be so widely available.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Derek Dislikes Vomit & Featuring Derek's Wife Colleen & NFL Week 15 & Josh Allen Pukes Too Much
In a very special episode of Derek Likes Sports, Derek's totally real wife Colleen joins the show. Along with Devesh, Derek and Colleen discuss the viral moment of Josh Allen puking all over the Bills sideline. This brings up a discussion about Derek's very real phobia of vomiting.It is an episode of Derek Likes Sports unlike any others. It might be the greatest episode of a podcast ever recorded by a husband and wife while in different rooms in the same house with a third guy that is in an upstate New York library.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Grandpa Quarterback + The First Derek Likes Sports Peace Prize + NFL Week 14 Recap
On the heals of the first ever FIFA Peace Prize, Derek opens up the show by awarding the first ever DLS Peace Prize to a very deserving and special boy.Derek and Devesh then talk about the events of the NFL in Week 14 and the return of Philip Rivers, a 44 year old man with 10 children and a grandchild that has now signed with the Indianapolis Colts in the wake of Daniel Jones' devastating achilles injury.Derek and Devesh also have a pretty heated argument about Jayden Daniels' return from a dislocated elbow. Will this be the end of the podcast as we know it?No, it won't, but it is entertaining!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Wishbone Could Get It & Final Stretch NFL Power Rankings
Derek and Devesh enter a long battle with their most daunting foe: ADHD. This battle leads them to talking about Wishbone, a PBS Television that ran from 1995 to 1997, about a dog that reenacts classic moments from public domain works of literature. You know, the most pertinent thing when discussing the NFL in 2025.They then went through all 32 NFL teams discussing where they all stand headed into the final stretch of the 2025 NFL regular season. Which teams are Super Bowl contenders? Which teams are dead inside? Which teams don't really neatly fall into these very specific categories? All of those questions and more will be answered in what people are calling the most important podcast of 2025.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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This Cat Looks Like Andy Reid & NFL Week 12 Review
Derek and Devesh talk about the historic comeback by the Dallas Cowboys against the Philadelphia Eagles, the state of the Buffalo Bills, and a cat that, respectfully, looks exactly like Andy Reid.Along the way they take a look at the state of the playoff race in both conferences and have a spirited discussion about the best today's best (and worst) color commentators.Toward the end, Derek also issues a heartfelt apology for some of his comments from last week. Will he be interrupted by a Castellanos HR? Only time will tell.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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What The Hell, Google? NFL Week 12 Preview
Derek touches on the Bills loss to the Texans on Thursday Night Football and then dives into each game on the Week 12 slate including the down-bad Chiefs take on the Colts and the down-worse Cowboys take on the Eagles.Derek also gets incredibly frustrated with a Google Gemini search result which is honestly becoming a weekly occurrence.As far as podcasts go, this is definitely one that can be listened to.Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest nobody :(Music Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Why They're Called The Browns & NFL Week 11 Recap
Derek and Devesh talk about the happenings of the NFL during Week 11. Derek discovers how Josh Allen's 3 rushing and 3 passing TD game connects back to the reason the Browns are called the Browns, the reason the Bengals exist, how 75% of the AFC North is just the Browns, and of course, Syracuse University.They really cooked in this one so you won't want to miss it!Be sure to subscribe the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also subscribe to the show on YouTube!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Derek and Devesh Are Falling Apart | NFL Week 11 Preview
Derek's voice is shot. Devesh's foot is in a walking boot. But football continues.After a brief discussion of the AL and NL MVP awards, Devesh talks about his frustrations with the Buffalo Bills, and then the two preview Week 11 of the NFL season. Be sure to subscribe the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also subscribe to the show on YouTube!Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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NFL Week 10, Oops! All Derek!
Derek goes solo to recap Week 10 of the NFL and decides which NFL teams are Serious and which ones are Unserious."I'm all alone, there's no one here beside me. My troubles are all gone, there's no one to deride me. But you've got to have friends..."-The great philosopher Donkey from the hit 2001 film "Shrek"Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow it on the various social media platforms.DLS on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialDerek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comDLS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest nobody :(Music Provided by mobygratisDo something nice for someone today.
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Weird Tom Brady Merch
Derek and self-proclaimed "Masshole" John Fozberry discuss the magic of the 2004 Red Sox, what it was like to grow up only knowing Tom Brady as your team's quarterback, and the best weird Tom Brady merch that eBay has to offer.It's a wide-ranging conversation that I think even the most die hard Yankees fan might be able to find a way to enjoy... I'm kidding, they will hate this, but me saying that just makes them want to listen even more.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest John FozberryMusic Provided by mobygratis
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Is Grandpa Having A Bad Day? NFL Week 9
Derek and Devesh discuss the conclusion of the World Series and then dive into an action packed Week 9 of the NFL. Along the way they also come up with a genius solution to fixing NFL overtime.It's the best episode of the show ever released on November 4th. Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you listen and on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@dereklikessportsYou can also follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky under the handle DerekLikesSports.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic provided by mobygratis
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NFL Mid-Season Power Rankings & I Want To Go To Sleep ASAP
Following Game 3 of the World Series, a sleep deprived Derek fawns over Shohei Ohtani. Derek and Devesh then discuss Week 8 of the NFL which may have been the worst slate of games in the league's history. Finally, they power rank all 32 NFL teams separating them into 6 distinct categories based on their contention status.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic Provided by mobygratis
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We Fixed Education with Fantasy Football (feat. Denny Carter)
Derek talks to Denny Carter about his early life as a Dolphins fan, how the sports betting landscape has shifted, and a radical new idea to fix American mathematics education using fantasy football. You won't want to miss this episode and given that you're already reading this, you're so close to not missing it!At the end Denny and Derek attempt to create the best fantasy teams of all time and Denny makes a crucial, many are saying unforgivable, error.Be sure to follow Denny on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dennycarter.bsky.socialHis fantasy football work can be found on NBC's Rotoworld. Be sure to also follow his politics blog the Bad Faith Times. Finally, be sure to check out Living the Stream, a fantasy football podcast he does with J.J. Zachariason that is 25% fantasy football, 75% hilarious nonsense.Please be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you listen and also subscribe to the YouTube channel! Follow the show and Derek on the various social media platforms that are slowly and surely rotting our brains!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/Derek on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/derekadamthomas.comThe Show on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dereklikessports.bsky.socialProduced by Derek Adam ThomasLovely Lovely Guest Denny CarterMusic provided by mobygratis
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Traveling Sucks, Slutty Vegan Food, and NFL Week 7
An exhausted Derek and Devesh meander through conversations about their respective recent trips to NFL stadiums. Devesh talks about some allegedly promiscuous food that he bought in Atlanta and laments the descent of his beloved Buffalo Bills into mediocrity. They also recap some of the more memorable moments of NFL Week 7 including the epic collapse of the New York Football Giants against the Denver Football Broncos. It's a fun-filled hour of conversation between two dudes whose brains are utterly cooked from having to travel halfway across the United States. Enjoy!Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic provided by mobygratis
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Can I Call You Dynasty Daddy?
Derek chats with Jeremy Timperio the creator and architect behind the website Dynasty-Daddy.com. The two discuss Jeremy's life as a Panthers fan and what inspired him to create Dynasty Daddy in the first place including the site's hit game Immaculate Gridiron.Derek and Jeremy then jump into a couple of the games offered on the site and then draft their own all-time fantasy football teams with a little help from Derek's prized set of mini helmets.Trust me, it's a good episode. Of course I literally have a vested interest in convincing you that it is good so that you listen to it... but I wouldn't lie to you about it. If I thought it was bad I probably wouldn't publish it, so that's how you know it is good.Thanks Jeremy for chatting with me and thank you for listening/watching.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Jeremy Timperio aka Dynasty DaddyMusic provided by mobygratis
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The Weirdest Week of Football Ever
In this episode of Derek Likes Sports, Devesh sits outside for some reason. Derek and Devesh talk about the weirdest, wackiest, most bizarre weekend in football. There was so much weirdness to talk about, they completely forgot to mention Taylor Swift's new album and how it definitely includes a song about Travis Kelce's unmentionables. I mean could things have been any weirder?Along the way they have a spirited debate about which QB Draft Class is better: 1983 or 2018?Be sure to follow the show on Instagram and subscribe to the new Derek Likes Sports Youtube channel!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereklikessports/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dereklikessportsProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraMusic provided by mobygratis
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NFL First Quarter Report Card
Derek and Devesh give grades for how the first four weeks have gone for all 32 teams. They also talk about the 72 Film Fest, cherry trees, Lululemon, raffles, cake walks, and once again, the rapture. It is a fun-filled review of the first month of the NFL season.Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@DerekAdamThomasProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" provided by mobygratis
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I'm A Man, I'm 34
Derek chats with Sam Fortier of the Washington Post about his career as a sports writer and how that is all thanks to a T.A. he had his freshman year at Syracuse University. Then Derek and Sam listen to seven of the best press conference rants of all time Sam ranks his top 5. Description? We're talking about the description. Not the episode, not the episode, not the episode, but the description. Not the episode, not the episode, the description. Check out Sam's work at the Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/sam-fortier/Follow Sam on all the socials @Sam4TRCheck out Derek's work at DerekAdamThomas.comBe sure to subscribe to the show! Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Sam FortierIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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NFL Week 3 Review, Week 4 Preview, and The Rapture
Derek and Devesh discuss the events of Week 3 of the NFL season, predict how they think Week 4 will go, and touch on The Rapture and how that could impact the listeners.Devesh has some thoughts on Patrick Mahomes' lateral fumble that led to him stripping the ball from Bobby Okereke. He also lays out how the NFC North is a microcosm of the entire landscape of the NFL. Many are saying it's the best Week 3 review episode this podcast has ever had.Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@DerekAdamThomasProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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Brandon Aubrey is Tony Danza - NFL Weeks 2 & 3 -
Derek and Devesh discuss cats, Mina Kimes, and the color blue before diving into Week 2 of the NFL season. They then talk about the Buffalo Bills 31-21 win over the Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football and make picks for each of the 15 remaining games on the Week 3 slate with an important shout out to "The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon." Many are saying it is one of the best episodes of podcast content ever produced from Derek’s home office on a Friday in September.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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The Hat Episode
Derek talks to Mike Held about Syracuse, the Giants, the Yankees, and Mike's extensive hat collection. They then play a game to test Mike's knowledge of hat prices to see if Mike can guess the price correctly. Be sure to watch and see if the price is right!Check out Derek's work at https://derekadamthomas.comFollow Mike on Bluesky: themikeheld.bsky.socialProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Mike HeldIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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They're Just Stupid - NFL Week 1 Recap
Derek and Devesh dive into all of the NFL action from Week 1. They dissect every game they watched and even some of the games they didn't. Then Alec popped in and the trio talked about the memorable Week 1 matchup between Devesh's Bills and Alec's Ravens. There's also a deep discussion about how disgusting spitting is and Devesh describes his worst hot yoga experience.Check out Derek's work at https://derekadamthomas.comCheck out Alec's work at https://pulianas.comFollow Devesh on Instagram at LoveofSportsProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guests Devesh Chandra & Alec PulianasIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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The Definitive 2025 NFL Preview
Derek and Devesh discuss the Micah Parsons trade and the ways it affects both the Packers and the Cowboys. They ten take a look at each of the NFL's 8 divisions and predict who they think will win each one.Check out Derek's work at https://derekadamthomas.comProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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The D.E.R.E.K. System
Derek walks Devesh through his scientific system for analyzing and grading sports uniforms: the D.E.R.E.K. System. They review the scores for the top and bottom 3 NFL teams. Derek is definitely not sad about the Micah Parsons trade at any point during this episode. Do not tell the newspaper that Derek was sad.You can see the visuals for the D.E.R.E.K. System here: https://www.derekadamthomas.com/dls-ep-5-derek-systemCheck out Derek's work at https://derekadamthomas.comProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Devesh ChandraIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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The 2025 NBA Champion Indiana Pacers
Justin Bauerle of FantasyNow+ joins Derek to talk about the 2025 Indiana Pacers and how they totally shocked the world by winning the 2025 NBA Finals over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Justin then tries his hand at blind ranking NFL QBs. It goes about as well as you might expect.Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!And check out FantasyNowPlus.com for all of the fantasy football content you desire.Produced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Justin BauerleIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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Mr. Tim Banana
Peter Cocoros joins Derek to talk about his experience as a Baltimore sports fan, how he fell in love with baseball as an adult, and how the world can be saved simply by changing the uniforms of the Miami Dolphins. Derek also gets to the bottom of why he weirdly resents the Baltimore Ravens. In Game Time this episode Peter was asked to blind rank 10 sports uniforms. You can see those uniforms here: https://www.derekadamthomas.com/dls-episode-3-uniform-imagesProduced by Derek Adam ThomasSpecial Guest Peter CocorosIntro/Outro Music: "230 cheat" by Moby
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hi! I'm Derek, and I like sports.Join me for fun, wide-ranging conversations about sports, life, and the weird stuff in between. Whether you're a casual fan or a diehard, there's something here for you.We’ll take nostalgic trips down memory lane, play trivia, and indulge in the age-old tradition of naming random dudes. Along the way, we’ll explore how shared interests—especially sports—bring people together.
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