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Thoughts From The Bleachers
by TFTB
Show is just a couple high school buds that love sports and that's all we like to talk about. Most will consist of Penn State Football, but also college basketball, the NFL, NHL, and the NFL draft. We just like to have fun and keep unfiltered with real thoughts and reactions to the games, players, organizations, etc.
Episodes
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Ep.71 : What's wrong with Penn State football!?
In this episode, we analyze the recent performances of Penn State football, discussing the highs and lows of the season, coaching decisions, player performances, and expectations for upcoming games. Join us for an in-depth critique and insights into the team's current state
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Ep. 70 - Penn State Football Season Prediction
If you don't like PSU football this is not the place to be. This week the crew went game by game predicting Penn State's record. Plus they touched on the things they're most looking forward to and interested to see play out over the first season of the Matt Campbell era.
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Ep. 69 - 2026 Penn State Football Predictions.
In this episode, we dive into the upcoming college football season, discussing team expectations, game predictions, ticket prices, and the excitement surrounding the games. We also share personal stories and opinions on various topics related to college football and fan experiences. In this...
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Ep. 68 - Update: Franklin Still = Queef
The boys are back in town. Nate and Jordan kick things off talking about random topics before Chris joins in and the boys give a breakdown on the frustrations in MLB's current financial structure. To close it out the squad touches on Penn State football a little bit and mixes in the usual...
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Ep. 67 - Overpaid F****ing Losers
Little late this week but the group finishes off their NFL record predictions by going through the South divisions. Aside from that the gents talk about their excitement for Penn State's upcoming season and possible records.
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Ep. 66 - Franklin Sits When He Pees
The gang is back together. Nate and Jordan open the show with the usual technical struggles and then jump back into discussing the James Franklin era at Penn State. Chris joins in shortly after that and the boys go off on the ex-PSU and current Virginia Tech coach. The episode closes out with...
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Ep. 65 - Smorgasbord of Topics
Little late this week but we still pulled together for another ep. Nate and Jordan this week covering a lot topics. Everything from Penn State football to college basketball to the upcoming MLB All Star game and home run derby field. Fun times as usual. Like and subscribe!!!
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EP.64 AFC/NFC North Season Predictions and Sports Banter
In this episode, we analyze NFL team schedules, draft strategies, and sports management insights, providing predictions and tactical breakdowns for upcoming seasons. In this episode, we dive into football predictions, team analyses, and humorous banter about upcoming games and fantasy football....
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Ep. 63 - Shooting Blanks from the Bleachers
As our comrade Chris is away, Jordan and Nate hold things down. The boys continue their ongoing MLB The Show best-of-7 series with Nate up 2-0. Did Jordan win one back or does Nate put the series in a stronghold with a 3-0 lead? Listen to find out. Plus enjoy the usual banter and shenanigans.…
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Ep. 62 - Pud & Big and a championship teams draft
2 out of 3 ain't bad. Nate and Jordan, creators of the hit podcast "Shooting Blanks," cover the pod this week with Chris out of commission. While Chris is out, the boys take a brief break from NFL division picks and instead opt to draft their favorite championship teams. 10 teams each and yes…
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Ep. 61 - NFC East Predictions (And the great chip debate)
Maybe the best TFTB episode yet. Yeah the NFC East predictions are great (probably 100% right) but the real show is about halfway through when the boys have a lively discussion about potato chips and what is considered one. Plus some MLB talk at the end. Hell of a time. Like and subscribe!
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Ep. 60 - AFC East Predictions
After a week off, the boys returned this week to start their NFL team by team record predictions. They kick it off by starting with the AFC East division. Of course there's the usual banter throughout with Jordan pitching a fun hypothetical. A little card talk mixed in and it's a good time. Like...
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Ep. 59 - Sporcle Shafted Us
While Chris is out Nate and Jordan hold down the fort. A little shorter this week, but still keeping up the laughs and fun times. The boys talk about the finalized expansion on the NCAA basketball tournament, mix in some baseball talk, and even throw in some sport card discussion. The real...
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Ep. 58 - Moral Victory
Just Nate and Jordan this week kiddies BUT the boys got you covered. The gents touching on the expansion of the NCAA basketball tournament field and it's potential impacts; NFL draft reactions to the Steelers and Patriots drafts; and some sports cards talk in there as well. Good time as always…
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Ep. 57 - Mock Drafts and Mo Mo's
The trio returns this week to do a mock draft in preparation for next week's NFL draft. That's right, all 32 selections were made. Will they be right? Most likely but definitely not. Did they have fun doing it though? Absolutely. Plus Chris gives us his hockey predictions for the NHL playoffs at...
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Ep. 56 - CBB Tourney Wrap-Up, MLB, NFL Draft, Childhood Nostalgia
The trio is back this week! The topics are a real smorgasbord with the boys giving their closing thoughts on the CBB tournament. Jordan gives his thoughts on UNC hiring Michael Malone as its new head coach. Mix in some Pittsburgh Pirates and NFL Draft talk. Also the pod takes a trip down memory...
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Ep. 55 - Jordan Solo
Jordan covered the show this week as the other two were out of commission. Shout out! He walks through the NCAA tournament and makes his picks for the upcoming games. Granted this episode was supposed to come out sooner but hey we're not perfect lol. Enjoy!
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Ep.54 - Expert Bracketologist Team
In this lively episode, the hosts dive into the latest sports and college basketball brackets, sharing insights, predictions, and banter. From NHL playoffs to March Madness, they cover team performances, upsets, and personal favorites, making it a must-listen for sports fans. Join us as we delve...
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Ep. 53 - College Basketball Tourney Breakdown
Short and sweet this week. Nate and Jordan continue to talk about the latest conference tournament winners and preview the upcoming games leading up to Selection Sunday. Plus the usual banter and bullshit from the boys. Like and subscribe please and thanks!
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EP 52. Boys Are Back In Town!
This episode features a lively discussion on college basketball, NHL trades, NFL free agency, and sports fan banter. The hosts share insights, opinions, and humorous takes on recent sports events, coaching changes, and player signings, providing listeners with a mix of analysis and entertainment....
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Ep. 51 - College Basketball Talk Continued
Another week of Jordan and Nate yakking it up talking college ball again. They recap the Arizona-Houston and Duke-Michigan games, look at the weekend slate, and make their picks for the upcoming conference tournaments. And not just the major conferences, but all of them because that's the love…
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Ep. 50 - College Basketball Review and Preview
The squad is back together, well almost. Chris wasn't able to make it this week, but no need to worry kiddies. Nate and Jordan have it covered this week talking all things college basketball. The boys review their preseason conference winner and final four picks as well as rundown the current...
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Ep.49 - Football / Hockey Talk
I don't have a full description this time. Just talked about PSU Football, Freeing McKenna, The Steelers hire and Pens talk. Enjoy. Thank you again to Jeremy at Germy Productions for allowing us to use his newly produced music. It is much appreciated. Please go check him out on YouTube @ Germy...
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Welcome to Pucks Deep!
In this episode of "Pucks Deep," CMAC dives into the latest happenings in the NHL, focusing primarily on the Pittsburgh Penguins. He discusses the team's current standing in the Metropolitan Division, highlighting their recent performance and key players like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. CMAC...
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Ep.48 NFL Wild Card Recap with Coaching Carousel
In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the recent changes in the NFL, particularly focusing on the Pittsburgh Steelers and their coaching decisions. The conversation is lively and filled with humor as they discuss the implications of Mike Tomlin's departure and the potential for roster…
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Ep.47 Transfer Portal and NIL rant along with NFL Playoff Wild Card Predictions and CFB Semifinal predictions
In this episode, the hosts discuss their plans for more frequent episodes, focusing on the Pittsburgh Pirates' offseason moves and their frustrations with the team's management. They delve into the impact of the NIL and transfer portal on college sports, expressing concerns about the...
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Ep.46 Sports and Cards Talk - Happy Holidays!
In this lively conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding sports cards, including their recent Christmas gifts, the excitement of upcoming card shows, and the rising prices in the basketball card market. They share insights into hockey card collecting, discuss college…
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Ep. 45 Welcome, Matt Campbell!
In this episode, the hosts discuss a range of topics from the recent hiring of Matt Campbell as the new head coach of Penn State to the ongoing struggles of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. They delve into the pretentiousness of Notre Dame fans, the importance of conference alignment in…
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Ep. 44 - Penn State Coaching Search Disaster
Day 54 of no HC.. Anyway, we discuss the ongoing search for a new head coach for Penn State football. We take a look te implications of these changes on team dynamics and performance, reflecting on coaching philosophies and the future of the program. The conversation is filled with humor,...
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Ep.43 Coaching Changes: The Impact on Teams - Penn State Talk
Today's topic is the obvious: James Franklin's decision to leave Penn State for Virginia Tech and the current state of Penn State's head coaching search. Guess what? We don't know and no else does, but give our thoughts on who could be the next HC. We also s Thank you again to Jeremy at Germy...
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Ep. 42 - Penguins Hockey Talk!
We're finally here. Took me long enough to get a Penguins episode in. These will be weekly now! We're going to look at the current state of the Pittsburgh Penguins, discussing the team's performance, coaching changes, and player dynamics. He shares insights on the expectations for the season,...
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Ep. 41 Mixed Bag of Topics Today! PSU loss to IU, NFL Trade deadline, much more.
In this conversation, the hosts delve into the ongoing struggles of Penn State football, reflecting on over a decade of disappointment. They critique coaching decisions, particularly focusing on O'Brien and Higgins, and evaluate the performance of quarterback Drew Allar. The discussion shifts to...
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Episode 40 - Into of Tip Off Thoughts segment and various other topics
Welcome back to Thoughts From The Bleachers. We're introducing a new segment to start the show, Tip Off Thoughts. This segment will be at the start of every show and will have the three of us give a 10-minute segment each on what we've been thinking about in the sports world. In this episode, the...
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Ep. 39 - Men's College Basketball Preview
Chris is DNP this week but don't fear, Nate and Jordan had it covered. The boys are talking men's college basketball!!! They go through the preseason top 25 and each give breakdowns on their respective teams (Duke, UNC, St. John's, Penn State) heading into the year. Plus they give their picks for...
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Ep.38 Penn State Fires HC James Franklin - Where does Penn State go from here?
In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent firing of Penn State head coach James Franklin after a disappointing season. They reflect on Franklin's tenure, highlighting both his achievements and the challenges he faced, particularly in key games against top opponents. The conversation delves…
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Ep. 37. Penn State vs UCLA recap. Where does Penn State go from here?
Conversation about the disappointing performance of the Penn State football team. Recap the recent game against UCLA, highlighting coaching decisions, player performance, and the overall morale of the team. The discussion touches on injuries, travel excuses, and the need for potential coaching...
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Ep.36 Penn State vs. Oregon Recap (season might be over)
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the recent performance of the Penn State Nittany Lions football team, particularly focusing on their game against the Oregon Ducks. They express frustration over the team's lack of execution, especially from quarterback Drew Aller and the offensive line.…
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Ep. 35 Penn State vs. Oregon White Out Outlook with Predictions
Well folks, we're here already. The Penn State White Out. Penn State will be hosting the Oregon Ducks this Saturday, September 27th at 7:30PM. Yeah, suck one Big Noon Kickoff having asses. Thank Christ they didn't ruin this game. Anyway, Jordan is back for another episode! Always appreciate…
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Ep. 34 Penn State Football Week 3 Recap and NFL Talking points
In this episode we take a dive into week 3 of Penn State football primarily focusing on the issues we're seeing with Drew Allar and the offense in general. Give a brief overview of what we can expect during the Oregon game in week 4/5 since PSU is on a bye week this week. We dive into a little...
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Ep.33 Penn State Football Talk - Week 2 Recap v. FIU
The conversation delves into the current state of Penn State football, focusing on player performances, coaching strategies, and the mental challenges faced by quarterback Drew Aller. The hosts analyze the week two game, discuss the offensive line's struggles, and reflect on the team's overall...
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Ep.32 Recap of Penn State v. Nevada
Holy hell people Penn State has WRs!!!!!! Incredible, right!? We give a brief analysis of Penn State's week one matchup against Nevada. We'll discuss the team's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in the wide receiver room from the game going into FIU. The conversation also touches on broader...
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Ep.31 Penn State Week 1 / Parson's Trade Reactions w/ a bonus NFL Tier List
In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming Penn State football season, the recent trade of Micah Parsons, and their expectations for the team. They delve into player insights, particularly focusing on Drew Aller and his development as a leader. Predictions for the season opener and…
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Ep.30 Preview of Penn State's College Football Season!
In this conversation, the hosts delve into college football predictions, focusing on team performances, upcoming matchups, and MVP candidates. We discuss the implications of rankings and playoff predictions while also touching on conference changes and the future of college football and…
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Ep.29 Penn State Football Fantasy Draft w/ Special Guest from Shooting Blanks, Jordan.
With a special guest today, we dive into drafting our ideal Penn State Fantasy Football lineup from the 2000s to the current 2025 team. Players were not eligible unless they were on the team as a Freshman in 2000, so no Larry Johnson. Thanks Nate... Was a fun episode with a lot of banter and...
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Ep. 28 NFC West Predictions with again, more wide range of topics
In this conversation, the hosts delve into the complexities of NFL trades, player contracts, and the ongoing struggles of franchises like the Cleveland Browns. They discuss the implications of player performance on team dynamics, the influence of media coverage on public perception, and the...
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Ep. 27 - AFC West Predictions and other wide range of topics
In this episode, we made a lot of left turns as you could expect from the two of us, but it covers a wide range of topics, including sports personalities, travel experiences, the state of various sports teams, and the impact of player trades and rounding out the episode with the AFC West outlook...
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Ep. 26 - Ramsey Trade Recap and Steelers Talk w/ Jordan
Much like the Lakers or Patriots we have a 3-peat on the show. Jordan is back for a third episode and just in time to talk about the blockbuster Jalen Ramsey-Minkah Fitzpatrick trade and the overall outlook for the Steelers this upcoming season. Plus the boys continue their MLB The Show best-of-7...
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Ep. 25 Post NHL Draft Analysis of the Penguins with AFC NFC South Predictions
In this episode, we dive deep into the NHL draft, analyzing the performance of the Pittsburgh Penguins and their draft picks. They discuss player potential, team strategies, and the implications of recent decisions. The conversation transitions into NFL division previews, focusing on the AFC…
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Ep. 24 - New HC of the Penguins / NHL Draft talk
In this episode we look at the 23rd coach in franchise history, Dan Muse. Look at his background along with his newly assembled coaching staff. What did Dubas and Dan hit on what did they miss on. Look at where the Penguins could go in the draft sitting at picks 11 and 12 of this years draft. A...
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Ep.23 Way Too Early NFC North Prediction
Today we dive into the NFC North picture in what looks like to be quite a different change in the divisional standings, at least that's what we think. Does Minnesota know something we don't with J.J. McCarthy or are they stupid and putting all their chips in with him having zero NFL starts to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Show is just a couple high school buds that love sports and that's all we like to talk about. Most will consist of Penn State Football, but also college basketball, the NFL, NHL, and the NFL draft. We just like to have fun and keep unfiltered with real thoughts and reactions to the games, players, organizations, etc.
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