Episodes
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MLB's New Playoff Format Proposal Is GREAT...Except for One TERRIBLE Rule | Empire Sports Talk
Major League Baseball wants to shake up the postseason, and some of these proposed changes are LONG overdue. But there's one rule that could completely ruin an otherwise great idea. MLB is reportedly considering reducing the regular season from 162 to 154 games, expanding the Division Series to a...
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24-Team College Football Playoff?! This Is Getting RIDICULOUS | Empire Sports Talk
The College Football Playoff could be DOUBLING in size, expanding from 12 teams to 24. But is MORE playoff football actually a good thing? Reports of a handshake agreement to expand the CFP have sparked another debate about the future of college football. While some fans want more teams competing...
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Is The Super Bowl Already A LOCK?! | Empire Sports Talk
We all saw the A.J Brwon trade coming, but Myles Garrett to the Rams took us ALL by surprise. Did the Rams just win the Super Bowl with this deal?
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Kalen DeBoer Signs 7-Year Extension...But WHY??? | Empire Sports Talk
8 losses in 2 seasons - as many as Saban's last 5 years, a culture in flux, the team does NOTHING well, and got DESTROYED by a Saban disciple in the CFP. I truly don't understand why DeBoer got this extension... ...plus, how do you explain him getting a longer extension than the coach who...
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#1 Overall Pick Staying Home??? | Empire Sports Talk
The 2026 NFL Draft is fast approaching, and presumptive #1 overall pick has made the unprecedented announcement that he won't be in attendance. Instead of asking your opinion on this decision, let me ask you this: If it were you in Mendoza's shoes, would you rather attend the Draft in person, or...
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The NBA Has a Tanking Problem — Here’s the Fix | Empire Sports Talk
The NBA has a tanking problem…and fines clearly aren’t fixing it. In this video, I break down why tanking continues to hurt fans, damage competitive integrity, and weaken the NBA product — and I present a bold, controversial solution: 👉 If a team is caught tanking…they lose their first-round…
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What Does This New "Genies" AI Deal Mean For MLB? | Empire Sports Talk
MLB and its players just agreed to a MAJOR deal with an AI avatar company called Genies to develop AI player avatars to interact with fans. Not much is known about this deal yet, but what does this mean for baseball going forward? Cool feature or sign of things to come?
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Is One Final Run In Cleveland INEVITABLE for LeBron After THIS Move? | Empire Sports Talk
After a CRAZY NBA Trade Deadline, LeBron and the Lakers are headed for divorce, and the Cavs clear space by acquiring James Harden. Does this make an LBJ-Cavaliers farewell reunion possible?
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Shedeur Sanders Making The Pro Bowl Is A Joke | Empire Sports Talk
Shedeur Sanders was added as a Pro Bowl replacement — and the numbers make absolutely no sense. Replacing Super Bowl quarterback Drake Maye, Sanders finished the season with more interceptions than touchdowns, one of the lowest QBRs in the NFL, and ranked near the bottom of every advanced...
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Why the Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Hire Could Backfire Fast | Empire Sports Talk
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly expected to hire Mike McCarthy as their next head coach — and honestly, this move makes very little sense. After decades of stability under Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh suddenly appears ready to pivot toward a short-term solution with…
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Bills Shock NFL by Firing Sean McDermott — Here’s Who Should Replace Him | Empire Sports Talk
The Buffalo Bills stunned the NFL by firing head coach Sean McDermott after another playoff exit — despite years of consistency, division titles, and Josh Allen’s MVP-level play. Was this the right move… or a massive overreaction? In this video, Roman Janeiro breaks down why the Bills made the...
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SEC Coaching Carousel | Empire Sports Talk
The college football coaching carousel is in full swing - especially in the SEC. LSU and Florida have found their new coaches, and I have thoughts!
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I LOVE That Sumrall Said This! | Empire Sports Talk
It's no wonder why Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is a top candidate for major head coaching vacancies. He had some choice words about his team, and I LOVED it.
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Are We Okay with Cam Skattebo at WWE? | Empire Sports Talk
Yes, I know that the WWE is all for show, but who okayed that Cam Skattebo shoving stunt??? Let's talk about it...
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Lane Kiffin To Florida DOESN'T Make Sense... | Empire Sports Talk
Lane Kiffin has been linked to both LSU and Florida in their coaching searches. It may make sense on paper for those schools to pursue Kiffin, but it feels like it would be a step back for the Ole Miss coach. Let's talk about it...
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The Atlanta Braves Have Found Their New Skipper | Empire Sports Talk
Brian Snitker has stepped down at the helm at the Atlanta Braves, and long-time bench coach Walt Weiss will officially take over. Do you like the safe choice, or were you hoping for a fresh face? Let's talk about it...
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Nico Harrison OUT - It's About Time... | Empire Sports Talk
Nico Harrison has been fired as Dallas Mavericks GM. When you're the architect of the worst trade in NBA history and have a history of incompetence, it's only a matter of time...
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Emmanuel Clase Threw It ALL Away... | Empire Sports Talk
Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz are facing 20-65 years in prison for their role in the ongoing gambling scandal. A 27-year-old at the top of his game threw it all away for a few thousand dollars in kickbacks. I have thoughts...
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Brian Daboll DONE IN New York | Empire Sports Talk
Brian Daboll becomes the first coach firing of 2025, after a 20-40-1 tenure with the Giants. This move was long overdue, but will Jaxson Dart suffer from the early coaching change? Let's talk about it...
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Is Kyler Murray Done With the Cardinals? | Empire Sports Talk
The Arizona Cardinals have announced that Jacoby Brissett will be the starting QB for the foreseeable future. Does this signify the end of Kyler Murray's time in the NFL? Let's talk about it...
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Are The Carolina Panthers Good??? (Recorded Prior to Week 10) | Empire Sports Talk
The Panthers won 5 games all of last season. They've already equaled that total in 2025, and in the thick of the NFC playoff hunt. Dave Canales deserves Coach of the Year consideration. Let's talk about it...
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Did Toronto Miss Their Shot? | Empire Sports Talk
The Los Angeles Dodgers outlasted the Toronto Blue Jays to win an incredible 2025 World Series, but two things stuck out to me as the difference - experience and missed opportunities. Let's talk about it...
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We NEED To Talk About Indy | Empire Sports Talk
Did the Steelers defense expose Indianapolis? Did they give up too much for Sauce Gardner? Let's talk about it...
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Are the Packers the BEST Team in the NFC?! NFL Week 1 Preview | Empire Sports Talk
The NFL regular season is finally here, and Week 1 is in the books. So many observations and questions after the first set of games. Let's get into it!
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2025 NFC West Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
The 49ers return in 2025 mostly healthy and with the easiest schedule in the NFL, thanks to a last place finish in 2024. Will this help them return to dominance? Or are the Rams as good as everyone says?
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2025 NFC South Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
Michael Penix Jr. has the Falcons emerging as a contender in the South, but will Baker Mayfield put up another resurgent season to lead the Buccaneers to their 5th consecutive division crown?
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Is Kalen DeBoer's Seat Heating Up QUICKLY?! | Empire Sports Talk
With Saturday's loss to unranked Florida State, Kalen DeBoer is now 9-5 at Alabama, and things aren't trending in the right direction. It has media and fans using the word 'buyout'. Is time running out for DeBoer in Tuscaloosa?
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2025 NFC North Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
Detroit has the second toughest schedule in 2025. Does this open the door for Green Bay (with the new edition of MICAH PARSONS) to grab their first division crown since 2021?
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Micah Parsons Moves On...Is It Time For Jerry Jones To Do The Same? | Empire Sports Talk
The Dallas Cowboys have traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for DT Kenny Clark and two 1st round picks - and Parsons immediately signed a 4-year extension. Jerry Jones can make all the excuses he wants, but this was a massive failure on his part. They are not better without Parsons, and...
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2025 NFC East Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
On paper, the NFC East is a two-horse race: Philadelphia and Washington. The real question is: How bad WILL this season be for Dallas? A new coach, contract drama, players falling asleep on tables during preseason games, this offseason has been a disaster for the Cowboys - and that's apparently…
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2025 AFC West Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
The AFC West is the most intriguing division in football. The number of championship rings on the head coach roster alone is mind-boggling! Is it possible that 3 AFC West teams will reach the playoffs? Could the Las Vegas Raiders be this year's surprise team? Let us know in the comments!
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2025 AFC South Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
The 2025 AFC South seems to be the division with the most potential parity. Can the Houston O-Line keep Stroud upright? Will Cam Ward immediately change the culture in Tennessee? Will Trevor Lawrence FINALLY take the next step? Are we underestimating Daniel Jones, or could rookie Riley Leonard be...
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2025 AFC North Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
Of all the teams in the AFC North, Baltimore remains the one with the fewest questions headed into the season. Does that make them the class of the North, or does Trey Hendrickson finally reaching a deal with the Bengals move the needle in the division?
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2025 AFC East Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
With the NFL season just over a week away, we break down each division, starting with the AFC East. The East has belonged to the Buffalo Bills ever since Brady left for Tampa, but is this FINALLY the year that Buffalo reaches the big game?
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There's Only One Lee Corso | Empire Sports Talk
On Saturday morning, Lee Corso will appear on College Gameday for the final time. His legacy as the face of college football will live on forever, and there will only ever be one Lee Corso. Thank you for everything, Coach!
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LSU Wins College World Series…But the Real Story Is This Ejection Controversy! | Empire Sports Talk
🚨 College World Series SHOCKER! LSU wins their 8th national title, but all anyone is talking about is the wild ejection of Coastal Carolina head coach Kevin Schnall in the first inning of Game 2. This isn’t just a college baseball problem. From the majors to Omaha, umpires continue to wield...
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Kevin Durant TRADED to Rockets! Did Houston Give Up Too Much? | Empire Sports Talk
🚨 BLOCKBUSTER NBA TRADE! Kevin Durant is heading to the Houston Rockets in a massive deal that shakes up the Western Conference! The Phoenix Suns traded KD in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the #10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-rounders. Did Houston give up too much for…
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SGA Leads Thunder NBA Title To Finish Historic Season | Empire Sports Talk
🏆 The Oklahoma City Thunder are your 2025 NBA Champions! 🏆 Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) — who became just the 4th player in NBA history to win MVP, Finals MVP, and the scoring title in the same season — the Thunder claimed their first championship in the OKC era and only their second in...
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Isiah Kiner-Falefa Meets Hall of Fame Family for the First Time! | Empire Sports Talk
In a heartwarming moment during the Pirates vs. Mets series, Isiah Kiner-Falefa met his extended family for the very first time—including Scott Kiner, the son of Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner. IKF grew up knowing he was related to the Pirates legend, but until this week, had never met anyone from…
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Tampa Bay Rays Celebrate Their First-Ever Rain Delay in Franchise History | Empire Sports Talk
For the first time in franchise history, the Tampa Bay Rays experienced a rain delay—and they celebrated it like a milestone! 😆 On Saturday, May 10th, during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Steinbrenner Field, the skies opened up and the Rays officially had their first weather delay…
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Red Sox Ask Devers to Switch Again?! Unfair Request or Strategically Justified? | Empire Sports Talk
Rafael Devers is frustrated—and for good reason. After losing his third base spot to Alex Bregman and reluctantly becoming the Red Sox’s designated hitter, the Boston front office is now asking Devers to shift again, this time to first base. But after a brutal start to 2025 and a red-hot May, is…
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Mavericks Win 2025 NBA Draft Lottery After Luka Trade?! | Empire Sports Talk
The Dallas Mavericks just won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery with only a 1.8% chance—and the timing couldn’t be crazier. After pulling off one of the most puzzling trades in NBA history—sending franchise icon Luka Dončić to the Lakers—the Mavs land the #1 overall pick, and the Cooper Flagg era is...
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Pete Rose Reinstated! Rob Manfred Lifts MLB Ban & Opens Door to Hall of Fame | Empire Sports Talk
🚨 Pete Rose is OFFICIALLY off MLB's banned list. Rob Manfred just reinstated Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and 17 others — opening the door to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Let's talk about it. In this video, we break down: Why Pete Rose was banned from baseball Rob Manfred's shocking decision to…
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FIFTH ROUND?! Shedeur’s Shocking Draft Day Slide | Empire Sports Talk
Shedeur Sanders — the son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders — was once projected to go top 10 in the 2025 NFL Draft… so how did he fall all the way to Round 5 (Pick 144)? In this video, we break down the wild and unexpected freefall of one of college football's most talked-about quarterbacks.…
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Signs $500M Deal with Blue Jays…But What’s Toronto Doing?! | Empire Sports Talk
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. just signed a MASSIVE 14-year, $500 million contract extension with the Toronto Blue Jays — the largest in franchise history. But while Vladdy Jr. clearly wanted to stay in Toronto, the real question is: What are the Blue Jays actually doing? In this episode of Empire Sports...
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Is TJ Watt Done in Pittsburgh? Cryptic Tweet & Contract Drama Breakdown | Empire Sports Talk
TJ Watt shook up the NFL world with a cryptic tweet — just a peace sign emoji and a photo in a Steelers jersey. Was it a farewell message? A contract shot at the Steelers after Myles Garrett’s massive payday? In this episode of Empire Sports Talk, Roman Janero breaks down the meaning behind…
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Nico Iamaleava’s $4M NIL Gamble Backfires – Here's What REALLY Happened! | Empire Sports Talk
Nico Iamaleava’s NIL demands just flipped the college football world upside down. In this episode of Empire Sports Talk, we break down the full story behind Nico’s shocking departure from Tennessee after reportedly demanding $4 million in NIL money — mid-deal. When the Vols said no, the former...
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WAS THIS BUSH LEAGUE?! THINGS GET HEATED AT AN SEC BASEBALL GAME | Empire Sports Talk
Up 10-5 in the 8th inning, the Kentucky Wildcats faked an issue with their pitch comm device to take advantage of an NCAA travel rule. The opposing manager claimed it was 'bush league'. Does he have a point?
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BRYSON STOTT HELPS WITH A GENDER REVEAL AT HOME PLATE | Empire Sports Talk
Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott helped his friend Ryan Stevens and his wife by revealing the gender of their baby during the game!
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IS IT TIME TO TEAR DOWN THE PROCESS' IN PHILADELPHIA? | Empire Sports Talk
The 76ers are riddled with injuries and have one of the worst records in the NBA. Joel Embiid is obviously one of the best players in the NBA when healthy but really struggles to stay that way - and the self-proclaimed "Process" has never yielded any real results. Is it time to tear it down and...