Games with Names

Football season is here! Today, we're going around the league, division by division, to preview the 2026 season. We break down the biggest storylines, share our thoughts for the season ahead, and a whole lot more. We're also picking our way-too-early winners for each division, some fantasy guys to watch, and diving into the storylines that excite us. Buckle up, we're in for one heck of a season. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alshon Jeffery is in studio! The Super Bowl winning wide receiver is with us to relive his record setting performance against the Minnesota Vikings from Week 13 of the 2013 season. We're also chopping it up about the Eagles, Bears, playing at South Carolina, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (02:32) Alshon joins us on the couch. (42:30) We go back to 2013. (49:12) We break down both teams. (1:10:32) We dive into the game. (1:14:49) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CM Punk is in studio! The WWE legend is with us to talk Summer Slam, his journey in wrestling, and one of his favorite all time matches. That's right, we're going deep on Wrestlemania 29: CM Punk vs. The Undertaker.  (00:00) We kick things off. (01:00) CM joins us on the couch. (24:26) We go back to 2013. (32:48) We break down each superstar. (40:00) We dive into the match. (1:07:43) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stavvy talks about living on a tour bus, his hatred for the New England Patriots, and his Mount Rushmore of Baltimore athletes.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Avery is in studio! The NHL Legend turned actor Sean Avery is with us to talk about one of the best games of his career and his role in The Odyssey. We're talking working with Matt Damon, what it's like on a Christopher Nolan set, getting revenge in the NHL, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (2:34) Sean joins us on the couch. (41:04) We go back to 2010. (50:03) We take a look at these rosters. (55:08) We get into the game. (1:15:19) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puka Nacua shares some of his favorite stories from his time with the Rams including his connection with Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp plus the cost of changing your jersey number in the NFLSupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawrence Guy is in studio! The Super Bowl winning D lineman is with us to chop it up about an all-time Patriots playoff performance, that's right we're getting into the 2018 AFC Divisional Round game against the Tennessee Titans. We also get into what it's like anchoring a defensive line, his best Bill Belichick stories, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (49:00) We go back to 2018. (1:12:12) We check out these rosters. (1:24:15) We dive into the game. (1:38:03) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh McDaniels shares his best stories with the Patriots including coaching with Bill Belichick, developing Tom Brady, and his thoughts on QB Drake Maye.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary kicker and Patriot, Adam Vinatieri! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what made Adam so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cori Close is in studio!  The legendary Head Coach of UCLA Women's Basketball is with us to go deep on their recent National Championship! We get into their 2026 National Championship win over South Carolina, the current landscape of college basketball, Bill Walton stories, and a whole lot more. (00:00) We kick things off. (02:14) Coach Close joins us on the couch. (35:10) We got back to April 2026. (43:39) We break down each roster. (50:12) We dive into the game. (1:11:54) We score the game. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Mazzulla shares stories about coaching the Boston Celtics, growing up in Rhode Island, and even his innovative new business idea.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary wide receiver, Terrell Owens! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what made Emmitt so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iconic NFL running backs explain technique and what it takes to be a successful running back in the NFL. Untold stories from Corey Dillon, Brandon Bolden, Reggie Bush, Lorenzo Neal, and LeSean McCoySupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vince Wilfork shares his favorite Patriots stories with Julian Edelman, including talking the iconic butt fumble, Tom Brady prank wars, and Bill Belichick.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary running back, Emmitt Smith! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what made Emmitt so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might be June, but football season never ends in The Nuthouse! Julian weighs in on the AJ Brown trade and what it means for the Patriots. We dive into Drake Maye's offseason progression, Josh McDaniels We wrap it up with a little game of Rapid React, where Julian reacts to everything from a potential Aaron Donald return to the Mahomes contract extension. Finally, we wrap up with some World Cup 2026 talk. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julian Edelman explains what it was like learning and NFL Playbook with the New England Patriots, including everything that was in a playbook and the steps he took to know it front to back for gamedays.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering Patriots Legend Matthew Slater, with Slate in studio! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Matthew Slater so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Castro1021 is in studio! The streamer, influencer, and FIFA legend is with us to break down one of the greatest soccer matches of all time: The 2022 World Cup Final between Argentina and France.  (0:00) We kick things off. (1:00) Castro1021 joins us on the couch. (29:49) We go back to December 2022. (33:28) We breakdown these rosters. (49:10) We dive into the game. (59:48) We score the game. Presented by Domino's Best Deal Ever, now including Parmesan Stuffed Crust! Visit dominos.com Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary NFL Cornerbacks including Patrick Surtain II, Aqib Talib, Ty Law, Charles Woodson, and Pacman Jones explain technique and film study for pro football defensive backs.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering NFL Legend John Madden! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what makes John Madden so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Morse is in studio! The legendary center, who played for both the Bills and Chiefs, is here to relive one of the most iconic Overtime playoff games between the two teams in which Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs led a 13 second drive to tie the game and ultimately defeat Josh Allen and Mitch's Buffalo Bills in Overtime to go to the AFC Championship in 2021. (0:00) We kick things off. (0:43) Mitch joins us on the couch. (54:33) We go back to 2022. (1:07:29) We break down these teams. (1:22:14) We dive into the game. (1:47:03) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Bissonnette talks NHL Hockey, the game's ascension, and some of his favorite NHL stories along the waySupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering San Francisco 49ers Linebacker, Fred Warner! Gronk and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Fred Warner so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Van Noy is in studio! Our friend and former teammate is here to relive one of the greatest individual performances in bowl game history, The 2012 Poinsettia Bowl between BYU and San Diego State. We're also talking Patriots days, BYU Mt. Rushmore, and a whole lot more.  (0:00) We kick things off. (1:11) Kyle joins us on the couch. (1:00:12) We go back to 2012. (1:17:11) We break down these teams. (1:26:18) We dive into the game. (1:43:25) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Gruden tells his best stories from his time as an NFL head coach and discusses his opinions on the current state of the NFL.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary Quarterback, Troy Aikman! Gronk, Julian Edelman, and Rob Ninkovich discuss what makes Troy Aikman so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skip Bayless is in studio! The legendary sports broadcaster is with us to go deep on one of the greatest games in NFL history: the 1981 NFC Championship Game aka "The Catch" between the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers. We get into his life in sports media, his relationship with Stephen A. Smith, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (02:59) Skip joins us on the couch. (52:22) We go back to 1982. (58:50) We  get into the teams. (1:02:23) We get into the game. (1:33:19) We score it. (1:39:57) Do You Know Ball? presented by Liquid I.V.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WWE Superstars including Ric Flair, Charlotte Clair, Becky Lynch, and the Miz give some of their best stories about how they got started and their biggest moments in the WWESupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering Minnesota Vikings quarterback, Kyler Murray! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Kyler Murray so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Morril is in studio! The comedian and friend of the show is with us to talk Knicks basketball, life on tour, and a whole lot more. On this very special episode of Games with Names, we're reliving one of the wildest endings in Knicks history: Game 2 of the 2024 First Round between the Knicks and the Sixers.  (00:00) We kick things off. (03:44) Sam joins us on the couch. (58:48) We go back to April 2022. (1:05:38) We check out each team. (1:20:35) We dive into the game. (1:40:53) We score it. (1:55:16) We play another edition of Do You Know Ball? presented by Liquid I.V. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty Law tells his favorite stories from his time playing for the New England Patriots, including talk about Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, and Mike VrabelSupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary Tight End, Greg Olsen! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Greg Olsen so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baron Davis is in studio! The NBA legend is with us to pull back the curtain on one of the wildest playoff games of all time: Game 3, Eastern Conference First Round, Magic vs. Hornets. We also talk John Wooden stories, out of the box business ideas, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (02:33) Baron joins us on the couch. (40:08) We go back to April 2002. (50:02) We dive into these rosters. (56:11) We get into the game. (1:23:37) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells former players give some of their favorite stories about Coach Parcells and Coach Belichick during their time in New England and beyondSupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering NFL Hall of Famer, Terry Bradshaw! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Terry so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Ross is in studio! The Roast Master General is with us to break down one of the greatest roasts of all time: The Roast of Tom Brady. We also preview the upcoming Kevin Hart Roast, Jeff's favorite roast moments, who Jeff wants to roast next, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick it off. (01:50) Jeff joins us on the couch. (31:10) We go back to May of 2024. (37:48) We look at Tom Brady and the roasters. (47:27) We get into the roast. (1:09:17) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Light shares his best stories with former teammates like Julian Edelman, Rob Gronkowski, and Rich Ohrnberger. Light shares his experiences with the Patriots, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering NFL Hall of Famer, Howie Long! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes Howie so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Miz is in studio! The WWE legend and Triple Crown Champion is with us to relive an all-time moment in his WWE career: Wrestlemania 27 vs. John Cena. We're also breaking down his early days in wrestling, talking Cleveland Browns football, and a whole lot more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (01:13) The Miz joins us on the couch. (53:19) We breakdown both wrestlers. (1:04:40) We dive into the match. (1:17:42) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA Legends and celebrities talk about LeBron James and his impact on the NBA, Playoffs, and his Finals appearances.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering legendary cornerback Darrelle Revis! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes King Henry so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luc Robitaille is in studio! The Stanley Cup champion and Hockey Hall of Famer is with us to relive one of the greatest games in Los Angeles Kings history: the 1993 Campbell Conference Finals between the Los Angeles and the Toronto Maple Leafs.  (00:00) We kick things off. (02:47) Luc jones us on the couch. (31:06) We go back to 1993. (40:24) We get into the rosters. (56:06) We dive into the game. (1:07:07) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Untold Kobe Bryant are shared by former NBA Players and executives including Gilbert Arenas, Baron Davis, Jeanie Buss, and Robert HorrySupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry! Gronk, and Julian Edelman discuss what makes King Henry so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Pronger is in studio! The Hockey Hall of Famer is with us to break down a classic USA vs. Canada rivalry game: The Gold Medal Game from the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. We also get into winning the Stanley Cup, lessons he learned from a life in hockey, and his thoughts on the upcoming NHL playoffs.  (00:00) We kick things off. (00:58) Chris joins us on the couch. (43:31) We go back to February 2002. (52:38) We take a look at each star studded roster. (1:16:04) We dive into the game. (1:23:42) We score it.   Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL Players and Celebrities share more of their favorite stories about some of the NFL's most legendary players.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're covering San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey! Gronk, and Julian edelman discuss what makes CMC so great and some of their favorite stories.Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blake Anderson is in studio! The actor, comedian, and Bay Area native is with us to dive into one of the most pivotal games in Golden State Warriors history: Game 4 of the 2022 NBA Finals, Warriors vs. Celtics. We also rank the greatest appetizers, talk Workaholics lore, and so much more.  (00:00) We kick things off. (00:49) Blake joins us on the couch. (49:32) We go back to June 2022. (54:08) We breakdown these rosters. (1:06:52) We dive into the game. (1:26:27) We score it. Support the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Jordan, Rich Ohrnberger, Keyshawn Johnson and Jay Glazer tell stories about legendary coaches including Bill Parcells, Sean Payton, and Dante ScarnecchiaSupport the show: http://www.gameswithnames.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.