Game On: The Die-Hard & The Doubter

This week we're serving up stories in the NBA, MLB, NFL, and FIFA. We talk Kevin Durant bouncing to a new team (again), Tyrese Haliburton's injury and the bummer that already is the 2025-2026 Pacers season. We also celebrate America's favorite passive income holiday—Bobby Bonilla Day. Meanwhile, Luis Ortiz bets it all… and loses. In other news, the Browns try to build something that isn't just heartbreak, and Chelsea FC cries over stormy skies. Tune in for all the latest sports tea!

This week: the PGA Tour pulled a corporate heist, stealing Goodell's No. 2 like it's the NFL Draft. The Cowboys Cheerleaders got a 400% raise—because apparently someone finally realized sequins don't pay rent. Shedeur Sanders got pulled over twice for speeding in June—is he going to live up to the negative expectations being put on him? And MLB players melted on the field Saturday, but hey, who needs hydration when you've got heatstroke? We also talk KD trade news, Thunder vs. Pacers Game 7 prep, Lakers selling off a majority share of their team and the WNBA's Sun vs. Fever game that turned into a UFC undercard.  

We're talking NBA Finals and overrated celebrity friendships getting more screen time than the actual games. Over in the NFL, the Bengals are dropping the ball (again), but this time it's with their rookie contracts. Antonio Brown's back in the headlines regarding the events from the celebrity boxing match in May. Plus, we tip our hats to Oakmont, the US Open course that's humbling even the pros. Bring your popcorn and your opinions for this week's episode!

WE'RE BACK! And we cover just about every active mainstream sport this week since we missed you so much. This week we talk about the tight purse strings of the Cincinnati Reds and what the franchise's future could look like. We also dicuss the sleepy-time vibes of the MLB season as a whole. The MLS runs into Monetzuma's Revenge for the second year in a row for the CONCACAF Champions Cup - coincidence or conspiracy? And the NFL gets it's first notable story in weeks and it's not even really news - Aaron Rogers officially inks a 1 year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers and what could be his last season ever. We also discuss the deal Derrick Henry just made with Adam Sandler that will keep even more attention on his stats this year. Oh yeah, and the Pacers keep on winning. I suppose that's worth noting too.

There is a lot to catch up on since you heard from us last! We're getting closer to the NBA finals but Aaron wants to drag up the past and a pat on the back for being right about his Pacers. And as one basketball season is coming to an end, another is just beginning in the WNBA. We also discuss the MLB Hall of Fame bans that have recently been lifted and the controversy that still surrounds the players names. And even though it's been a few weeks, we had to cover some of the biggest takeaways from the NFL draft.

The first series games are officially under way in the NBA playoffs and one of us is still trying to grasp all of the different team names and mascots. Being bad at geography isn't helping matters. We also discuss how a collegiate gymnast made a marriage proposal that some might call selfish. In baseball, Aaron does his best to explain pitching stats and definitions from the last week in the MLB and in MLS coverage we discuss the rivalry and the showdown between the last two undefeated teams in the league prior to week 9. And finally, we look ahead to the prep that is underway for the Bueckers v. Clark showdown in the 2025 WNBA season.

This week we go big on golf for Masters Week! Rory gets his grand slam and we don't hold back on the golf talk this week. We also touch on the last day of the regular season in the NBA, changes coming in the MLS, and the country is getting settled into baseball season. 

Poor communication in MLB seems to be the root of 2 of their problems that we cover this week as the Pirates team makes a misstep against the Clemente family and Robert Manfred doesn't realize when you don't give people information, they're left to make their own story. We also talk about Duke's fall to Houston in the Final Four and how Houston's training has led them to this moment. And finally, we talk about the Grizzlies' Ja Morant's recent drama surrounding his preferred celebratory gestures. 

What do octopus and jock straps have in common? Listen to this week's episode to find out! There's so much to cover this week! The day so many have been waiting for - MLB Opening Day! And there's already controversy to discuss. We also celebrate Sidney Crosby and the Gretzky record he broke last week and do a deep dive into some lesser known facts about the Penguin center. We also talk about women's college basketball and some adverse effects of the NIL on college athletics.

We're all about that basketball this week! We talk through possible NBA playoff scenarios and the sale of the Celtics that's in the works. And we cover Cooper Flagg's will he/won't he debate for the NBA draft. And even though Aaron checked out of March Madness the second KU left the tournament, we're forcing him to take a deep dive anyway.

This week we talk about the big moves among the free agents of the NFL - who got it right and who do we have our eye on? We also talk about the upcoming NBA playoffs and do a deep dive on "unnecessary absences" in the NBA. Also, Ovechkin is getting even closer to breaking the all time goal record in the NHL. And March Madness is officially upon us, and Aaron is ready to go!

This week we talk about the lackluster 2025 NFL combine and draft class and the veteran players that are on the move within the league. Is anyone going to breakdown and take Aaron Rogers? We also talk about Steph's Curry's self-proclaimed final career dunk and we have some feedback for the front office for Houston's MLS team. Finally, we check in with this week's big trade news in the NHL and the recent Stadium Series game at Ohio Stadium.

Another packed week with coverage of the NHL, NBA, women's basketball, MLS, and MLB. Who needs football?? Just kidding, we do. We need football. But we're loving the diverse sports culture coverage. In the NBA the league is gearing up to fight for their spot in the playoffs. In the NHL, hockey is celebrating the decision to forego their All Star weekend and opt for the Four Nations Championship as the final game smashed viewing records. New interest in women's basketball is also continuing to break records. The MLS regular season finally kicks off with a very merry Crewsmas. And MLB spring training is fully underway but the league is still searching for an answer to their TV deal problems..

This week we discuss the NBA All Star Weekend and start to guess what the playoffs could look like. We also discuss the plea from Joe Burrow to the Bengals ownership to get him the support he needs and the ultimatum Aaron Rogers was faced with that led to his exit from the Jets. We also talk about the beginning of spring training and the 2025 MLB season and the 2025 MLS season is officially upon us! Plus, our doubter shares why she's triggered by NASCAR but it doesn't get her out of trivia on the Daytona 500.

In this mini bonus episode we review our Super Bowl Sunday highlights. We discuss a new theory on Patrick Mahomes performace, the half time show, and Saquon's revenge against the Giants in this mini drop.

This week we are still talking about the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade but we also cover more big trades that went down before the deadline, inlcuding the ones that didn't actually happen. We also discuss golf culture and the much needed updates that could increase it's reach. And our diehard gets grilled in Super Bowl trivia in part 1 of our Super Bowl coverage!  Stay tuned for part 2 and our Super Bowl recap - coming out Tuesday!

An NBA trade so big that even non-sports enthusiats heard about it. We cover the Luka Duncic - Anthony Davis trade and what possible reasons were and what it means for the Lakers. We also discuss two big WNBA stars and their recently retired collegiate jerseys and Aaron is forced to relive the biggest blown game in KU basketball history. 

This week we review the conference championship games for the ACF and the NFC and debate whether the Kansas City Chiefs are just misunderstood and whether or not the tush push deserves representation in the NFL. We also review Jimmy Butler's most recent suspension and what the future may hold for him and the Miami Heat. We also discuss Joe Mixon's fine in the NFL, a big WNBA trade, and the recent losing streak for the Cleveland Cavs.

This week Ohio State won another national title in the first twelve team college football playoffs. We talk about the big game and what the future landscape of college football playoffs look like with the NIL. We also discuss the divisional round heartbreaks of the NFL and we all get a little closer to coming together as a nation to cheer against the Kansas City Chiefs as they inch closer to the Super Bowl. Also this week, Emily inspired the NBA to go to Paris and we talk about last week's encore of the Cavs vs. Thunder, which didn't work out so well for the Cavs this time. And we are officially one month from the MLS season openers!!!

Last week was the calm before the storm as we now look ahead to the National Championship of college football and a house divided - the diehard, a life-long Notre Dame fan, and the doubter, a life-long Ohio State fan. At least our diehard is letting his head guide his bets and not his heart. We also discuss Wild Card Weekend in the NFL, early NFL coaching moves, and the NBA - specifically the Cleveland Cavs and their big win over the OKC Thunder!

Lots of NFL owners are cutting ties in the first week after the completion of the regular season. Who has received their pink slip so far? Which prospective coach will be the hottest commodity? Even some players want in on the action to shake things up for the next season. We also recap the quarter finals in the college football playoffs and discuss the fresh life being breathed into wrestling with the beginning of a new relationship with Netflix and WWE Raw - if you're into that sort of thing. And the big question in the NFL now - who is most capable of beating the Chiefs in the playoffs and how can we support them to make it happen?

This week we inch even closer to the NFL Playoffs and we track rankings of the playoff teams and the draft hopes of those that don't have playoffs in their future for this year. We also discuss the real MVP out of all of the college football bowl games - the Pop-Tart marketing team. We have a special NHL Lulupalooza round of trivia this week as we discuss the shade being thrown between Patrick Laine and the Columbus Blue Jackets. And finally, our doubter is officially declaring herself a free agent in the NBA - which team should get her fandom?

We're back at it this week and there is so much to cover! We discuss round 1 in the college football playoffs and initial thoughts on the new playoff format and things are getting spicy in the NFL as some teams are starting to have the 2024-2025 playoff season dreams officially shut down. Lulupalooza is back and the topic is the Jumpman Invitational. Let's see how this round of trivia goes. We also discuss the NBA cup finals and our doubter is officially a free agent in the NBA and looking for a team to be proud to say she's a fan of. Which team should she choose?

Join us this week as Aaron gives his hot takes on the College Football Playoff Rankings and he mentally prepares for the 2024 Heisman announcement. We also discuss the missed opportunity of the MLS to lean into the drama to create the growth they want and the new MLS Cup Champions - the LA Galaxy. And in the NFL we cover the Bears vs. 49ers, Eagles vs. Panthers, and Matt LeFleur vs. a Detroit Lions Fan.

While everyone else was giving thanks for loved ones and good food, we get riled up about the biggest stories from Rivalry Week in the NCAA. WARNING: Lots of bickering and ranting about the biggest rivalry in college football, Ohio State v. Michigan. We discuss both popular and unpopular opinions of THE game, the aftermath, and the road ahead, as well as results from other rivalry games. And you can't forget about the NFL! Some teams are approaching the line in the sand as the season starts getting real.

This week we are back to covering the MLS Playoffs, MLS vs. European Leagues, and is Ashton Jeanty going to get robbed of the Heisman?  We also give you your weekly College Game Day recap and share only the best about America's new favorite team, the Lions. Plus, Lisa dishes out some tough love for the Commanders and the 49ers.

This week we join everyone else in the world in talking about Tyson v. Paul, catch up on college football, discuss the Cleveland Cavs great season start and the naysayers discussing the NBA Cup court designs. We also review Sunday NFL games and dive into the origin story of the Buffalo Bills we know everyone has been waiting for.

This week Aaron spreads fake news to Lisa about Bronny, we celebrate Atlanta United's MLS Cup Round 1 win, discuss the Panthers and the Giants in Germany, and review week 10 in the NFL.

This week we talk about some of the best halloween costumes in the sportsworld and who decided to dress up as Debbie Downer this year. And basketball season is here! We talk NBA and college basketball and play a round of basketball triva. Also, Lisa ranks the ugliest fields in college football.

This week we cover the World Series, refs that need to teach their colleagues how to stand on business, playoff standings in the MLS, and the tightest ends in the NFL.

This week we are prepping for the Wold Series, the WNBA Finals, and playoffs in the MLS. Plus the Lions find a way to Lisa's heart yet again this week, and Aaron puts on a brave face after the Niners lost to the Chiefs.

This week we talk about the first week in the regular NHL season and a great start to beer sales for it's newest team, the Utah Hockey Club. We also cover updates in the MLB playoffs, college football and weird blue fields, and Week 6 in the NFL which includes a greusome injury and another loss at home for the highest paid quarterback in NFL history.

This week we talk about Upset Saturday in College Football, MLB Wild Card vs. Wild Cards, Week 5 in the NFL, and a bonus rant on Inter Miami, Messi, and the MLS.

This week Aaron tries (and fails) to explain different play formats in golf, makes Lisa guess the new weekly college football rankings, and says a lot of different numbers as they relate to the end of the regular season in the MLB. Plus, game recaps of week 4 in the NFL!

This week we discuss new records in the MLB, playoff prep for MLB and the WNBA, Arch Manning, and Week3 in the NFL!