Quarterbacks, Quarterbacks, Quarterbacks
Fred, Art, and Mark weigh in on the buzz surrounding all the contract renewals up for grabs among NFL quarterbacks. Where will Aaron Rodgers have the best opportunity to break Tom Brady’s records? Will the Ravens use a franchise tag to keep Lamar Jackson? Do NFL teams have a widely varied spectrum of how players are treated by management? And now that LeBron James is injured and Russell Westbrook has joined the Clippers, do the Lakers have a chance at the playoffs?
Better Call U-Haul – Players are on the Move
Fred, Art, and Mark speculate about all the moves happening across the sports world in anticipation of the upcoming 2023 season. Does Aaron Rodgers have his eye on another Super Bowl? Is Derek Carr heading south? How are eggs factoring into Manny Machado’s plans? Why is Bobby Wagner saying goodbye to LA? And are there sports heroes from other generations that would be considered GOATS regardless of the era they played in?
Super Bowl Commercials and Transgender Athlete Inclusion
Fred, Art, and Mark welcome guest Laura Snoke to delve into the physical, emotional, and legal issues that arise as more transgender athletes look to compete and how the sports world is adjusting to being more inclusive. What are the most critical topics to address? And now that the Super Bowl is over and has been dissected play by play, the most important question still must be answered: what were their favorite commercials?
Has Tom Brady Retired for Real This Time?
Fred, Art, and Mark agree that Tom Brady has officially retired after several previous false starts, trading in his cleats for a headset and the announcers’ booth. Can he pull in viewers on name recognition alone? Do fans watch for the commentators, especially those with strong personalities like Bill Walton? Will Commissioner Roger Goodell rethink some of the more illogical NFL rules to help cut down on injuries and give coaches like Kyle Shanahan more options for play reviews?
Down to the Final Four
Fred, Art, and Mark handicap the final four NFL teams vying for a spot in the Super Bowl after thrilling playoff games on Sunday. Can the Eagles overcome the weather conditions on the Phillies’ home turf? Will Joe Burrow lead the Bengals to victory, or do Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes have the secret formula to take the Chiefs to the Big Game? And the sporting world says goodbye to another broadcasting legend with the passing of college basketball commentator Billy Packer.
Is Tom Brady Thinking Vegas, Baby?
Fred, Art, and Mark lay odds on their favorites for the NFL divisional playoffs and the eventual landing places for quarterbacks pondering their next career moves. Will Tom Brady finally retire, or is he Las Vegas bound? Does Aaron Rodgers still have some of Brady’s records to break before he calls it quits? And are Brandon Staley and Sean McVay the exceptions or the rule with the recent spate of NFL staffing turnovers?
Will There Be a Big Audience for the NFL Playoffs?
Fred, Art, and Mark have their NFL playoff predictions ready for the big games this weekend and opinions on having to watch them on Amazon instead of network TV. Where does it leave fans? With the passing of Heisman winner Charles White, will the NFL address traumatic brain injuries and player safety? Will Kyler Murray be a factor in securing a new coach for the Cardinals? And has Derek Carr said goodbye to the Raiders?
Winning the Game of Life
Fred, Art, and guest Mark Mancini marvel at the continued positive progress of Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills and the outpouring of support following his collapse on the field after a tackle. Will he make a complete recovery? Chuck Hughes was not so lucky in 1971. Does the NFL need to face some hard truths about the sport? Is Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan? And why has Raiders’ Derek Carr been sidelined in Vegas?
Goodbye to 2022 and Adeus to a Legend
Fred and his cousin Andy Baran determine the biggest sports story of the year as 2022 comes to a close, and the world mourns the loss of yet another sports hero with the passing of soccer superstar Pelé. What lies ahead for Lionel Messi after Argentina’s victory over France in the World Cup Finals? Will Rafael Devers emerge as the new face of the Boston Red Sox, and is Bill Belichick taking a hands-off approach with the New England Patriots?
The NFL Cuts the Cord
Fred, Art, and guest Mark Mancini wonder how fans are going to react to the NFL’s decision to move the NFL Sunday Ticket from DirecTV to YouTube after an almost 30-year relationship. Will they pony up the money and subscribe to the streaming service or refuse to cut the cable cord? Are MLB teams shuffling players around to their best advantage? Do the Dodgers have a secret plan? Who snatched up Carlos Correa, and will AJ Pollock remain a free agent?
