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Get your daily sports and entertainment fix, insider news and commentary on the NBA, NCAA, NFL, UFC and WWE with the Chris Vernon Show presented by Direct Auto & Life Insurance. Tune in daily, Monday through Friday for in-depth coverage, interviews and more.

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    The Chris Vernon Show podcast is an absolute gem for sports fans, particularly those who are passionate about the Memphis Grizzlies. Hosted by Chris Vernon himself, alongside his entertaining sidekicks Jon Roser and Devin Walker, this podcast offers a perfect blend of humor and insightful analysis that keeps listeners engaged and entertained.

    One of the best aspects of The Chris Vernon Show is the chemistry between the hosts. Their banter and dynamic make each episode feel like a casual conversation among friends. It's refreshing to listen to a sports podcast where the hosts don't talk down to their audience but rather engage with them on a personal level. This creates a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of the conversation.

    Another standout feature of this podcast is the quality of the interviews. Whether it's players, staff, or front office personnel, The Chris Vernon Show consistently delivers interesting and informative interviews that provide listeners with unique insights into the world of basketball. In particular, Tuesday's with Tony are always highly anticipated as Tony Allen brings his charismatic personality and basketball expertise to the table.

    On the flip side, one potential drawback of The Chris Vernon Show is its heavy focus on Memphis-based sports content. While this may be a positive for Grizzlies fans and those interested in Memphis sports culture, it may not resonate as strongly with listeners who aren't familiar with or invested in these topics. However, even if you're not a Grizzlies fan, there's still plenty to enjoy in terms of general sports news, pop culture discussions, and other entertaining segments.

    In conclusion, The Chris Vernon Show podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan, especially those who have an affinity for the Memphis Grizzlies. With its engaging hosts, diverse range of topics, and high-quality interviews, this podcast consistently delivers entertaining content that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Whether you're looking for insightful analysis or just some lighthearted banter, The Chris Vernon Show has got you covered.



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    Latest episodes from Chris Vernon Show

    Marcus Stokes To Start for Memphis, ESPN Gets Rid of Bottom Line, Kuminga to Wolves, Week 0 Picks - 8/27/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 92:52


    We'll open the show with a story about Burger King and a new restaurant that Chris gives a glowing review to (3:00). A report came out yesterday saying Marcus Stokes will be the starter for the Memphis Tigers on Saturday night at UNLV. We go through the FCS games tonight and you won't believe what we found out about one of the schools + ESPN gets rid of the bottom line ticker (14:06). We've got news and notes on Steph Curry and a possible extension that will keep him in Golden State for the rest of his career and Jonathan Kuminga signing with the T'Wolves (59:03). Vegas Insider's Brian Edwards joins the show to give us picks on Memphis/UNLV, TCU/UNC, and some season win totals (1:12:34).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserGuest: Vegas Insider's Brian EdwardsTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    UNLV Head Coach Dan Mullen, SEC Bans Drafted NFL Players, Remembering Dolly Parton - 8/26/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 98:57


    Feet will be put to fire to start the show (3:00). We remember Dolly Parton and wonder if there will ever be another like her...or if there even can be (9:52). Memphis AD Ed Scott was at Costco yesterday promoting football season tickets + Penny Hardaway spoke to the team (18:51). SEC aligns with the Big 10 and says their schools cannot have players who were drafted to the NFL and then cut by their team (27:24). Mississippi State cancelled some games against Memphis in football (37:00). UNLV Head Coach Dan Mullen joins the show to talk about Saturday night's opener against Memphis, coaching in Las Vegas, what he expects from his team, his favorite restaurants and shows out there and more (49:33).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserGuest: Dan MullenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tony Allen Salutes Russell Westbrook + T-Mac/Vince Carter MVP/Championship Comments, RIP Dolly Parton, Charles Huff on QB - 8/25/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 104:30


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen Presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA joins the show in-studio and they start off discussing the comments made by Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter on how they'd rather win MVP than a Championship (3:00). Next, TA salutes Russell Westbrook on a great career and we play highlights of some of their matchups over the years (18:31). TA's former teammate Delonte West popped up with streamer NEON and TA is almost brought to tears talking about West's struggles over the years and how happy he is to see him back on his feet and doing well (51:38) and we talk about the sad passing of the legend Dolly Parton (1:03:27). Mississippi State is going with the throwback helmets and Chris thinks this is the best uniform decision in a while + Memphis Head Coach Charles Huff says the ugly truth about why he hasn't announced a starting QB  yet (1:15:52).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Faizon Brandon Named Vols Starting QB, Dae'Quan Wright, NFL Preseason, Deshaun Watson, Jed York Busted - 8/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 103:39


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!College Football Week 0 (4:35)Starting QB's Named in College Football (13:17)Dae'Quan Wright (22:26)NFL Preseason (30:46)Deshaun Watson (41:40)What Did You Watch? (55:58)WNBA Weekend (1:23:25)Wyndham Clark & Michael Lasasso (1:27:53)Jed York Busted (1:32:39)Tonight (1:40:13)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    College Sports Transfer Saga, NFL Preseason Week 2, WNBA, Sports Weekend (8/21/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 99:45


    James Harden's Deal With The Cavs + Cam Boozer's Offseason Workouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 86:18


    00:03:00 Cavs making movesJames Harden signs his contractPeyton Watson trade00:14:00 CFB eligibility saga01:02:00 CFB news and notesmost overrated/underated teams post 2004Big 12 is looking for a director of partnerships01:17:00 Cam Boozer pickup highlights01:19:00 Olivia Miles is incredible

    Memphis Football All Access Recap, Conference Realignment, CFB Preseason Lists (8/19/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 87:56


    10 Things: Roser's Wedding, Scheffler Wins FESJC, NFL Preseason, Kawhi Leonard, Joshua Baez (8/17/26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 104:06


    Grizzlies Schedule Release + 5 Things For The Weekend - 8/14/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 91:13


    start Grizzlies schedule releaseJJJ returns opening nightJa Morant's returnBig names coming to townDrafting regular season games00:59:00 FESJC thoughts01:10:00 5 Things for the WeekendWNBA gamesNBA Hall of FameNFL PreseasonFedEx St. Jude Championship breakdownRoser's Wedding

    FedEx St. Jude Championship Round 1, Russell Westbrook Retires, Jayden Daniels Feels Disrespected by LSU - 8/13/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 104:59


    FedEx St. Jude Championship Round 1 has started (6:30). Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons in the league, if we'll ever see another like him, if he'll be around or he'll just kinda be out of the spotlight, if he has a signature jersey you can wear, and who else ranks with him on the list of most violent dunkers (18:04). Memphis Football ranked in the Top 10 of a list....we'll tell you what it is (1:06:37). Devin is doing trivia, Roser has been back on his AI game and Jayden Daniels feels disrespected by LSU (1:24:30).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Phil Steele Talks College Football, Lakers Sell....Again, NBA Schedule Leaks - 8/12/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 82:02


    We start out with the news today that the LA Lakers are being sold for the 2nd time in a year (11:12) and then we'll go into some of the NBA schedule announcements that the have leaked including the NBA Cup games (24:57). Phil Steele joins the show on Zoom to talk all things College Football including Memphis, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi State, LSU, who his underrated SEC team is this year, some teams that may surprise and more (34:36). We have more NBA schedule leaks...this time it's the MLK games (1:15:00)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tony Allen on NBA Schedule, Isaiah Stewart, Ty Jerome + Memphis Basketball Non-Conference Schedule - 8/11/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 99:28


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA joins the show on Zoom to talk about the NBA releasing it's opening night and Christmas schedule, Isaiah Stewart's comments about Memphis, Ty Jerome's summer pickup videos, and a few of the Grizzlies players getting engaged (6:19). Memphis Basketball released their non-conference schedule and Chris applaud's Penny Hardaway for it. He says they didn't have to play as many of these games as they are playing (1:10:00).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    FedEx St. Jude Championship, Titans Scrimmage, Ty Jerome, NFL HOF Inductions, WNBA Weekend - 8/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 97:45


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!FedEx St. Jude Championship (4:53)Devin in Nashville at Titans Scrimmage (13:58)Memphis Fan Fest (31:21)NFL HOF Inductions (43:24)Ty Jerome & Beef Stew (49:52)Ultimate Warrior Documentary, AF1 Championship (1:01:34)NFL News (1:17:59)WNBA Weekend (1:24:39)RIP Don Nelson (1:33:13)Tonight (1:35:57)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Pablo/Kawhi, Save College Sports Act, Haynes King Balls Out, Rachel Heck in US Women's Amateur - 8/7/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 83:41


    We'll open on Pablo Torre having more on his Kawhi Leonard/Clippers circumventing the salary cap story (8:31). Ross Dellenger has been reporting on the Save College Sports Act. Chris and GP talk about how it's just like a real spending bill in Washington and everyone is trying to get random stuff thrown into the bill, and how Memphis could be able to capitalize on everything + Chris finally found a Phil Steele magazine and it doesn't make you feel great about Charles Huff's first season but who really knows since we haven't seen any of these guys play. Then, GP explains the 5x5 rule and how agents are having to deal with it (15:32). Rory McIlroy is coming to Memphis next week (59:19). 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard including TRAC and the Titans, WNBA, Wyndham Championship, Rachel Heck and we're 3 Weeks Away from Football (1:07:18)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Arizona Cardinals Are Awful, Colorado Fans Mad At Us, Tigers on USA??? - 8/6/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 97:00


    Chris has a little update on the raccoon situation (3:00). He thanks Roser for not getting married during football season because someone posted online they're going to a wedding during Week 2 of College Football....well, Chris reels off the games in Week 2...that guy is gonna miss out + you'll never guess what channel the Tigers game is on that week (14:47). We have Preseason NFL tonight with the Cardinals and Panthers, why the Cardinals win total under is probably a great bet, the skins league Chris is in, and Colorado fans are mad at us for our clip that was posted on social media yesterday (24:55). Fantasy Football influencers are great at IG videos, AI keeps getting Chris on IG, Angel Reese is bad at offense and more (1:21:00)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    One Month From Football, FedEx St. Jude Championship News, Stefon Diggs to Commanders, NFL QB Tiers - 8/5/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 97:53


    Chris has a raccoon issue at his house and he'll tell you about it (3:00). Hard Knocks starts tonight (14:40). There's news and it's not good regarding the future of the FedEx St. Jude Championship (16:76). We're 1 month away from football, UNLV has a 25 year old player, Colorado is small and Notre Dame has the most insane facility ever (37:40). Stefon Diggs is signing with the Commanders (1:05:22) and we've got NFL QB tier rankings (1:16:30)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tuesday's w/ Tony Allen, Dakota Cunningham, Carson Beck Starting, Titans Camp - 8/4/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 102:12


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA joins the show on Zoom to talk about making the podcast rounds the last week to talk about his comments on our show about being a better defender than LeBron. We'll talk about a new list that ranked the top defenders since 2010....we'll show you who's on the list and not on the list (25:51). Chris was out at TPC Southwind today to film a video with a former St. Jude patient who's now a college golfer...he'll tell you this incredible story (1:06:35). The Arizona Cardinals have named their starter for the Hall of Fame game (1:18:10), Dan Hurley natively posts Devin's video with Charles Huff (1:30:32) and we have a Cam Ward to Carnell Tate link at Titans Camp (1:39:22).Host: Chris VernonContributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserGuest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Teams Who Can Make The CFP, Fever/Lynx, SummerSlam, NFL News, MLB Trade Deadline - 8/3/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 117:37


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!College Football (3:48)TA on Night Cap (24:39)WWE SummerSlam (38:24)WNBA Weekend (54:32)NFL News (1:05:12)King Von, Halsey, Idaho Murders, Big Boss Man (1:23:56)New Memphis Sports Events (1:36:27)MLB Trade Deadline (1:45:14)Michael Thorbjornsen (1:50:07)Tonight (1:53:43)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Devin Walker, Jon RoserTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Cignetti Ticks Off SEC Fans, Dante Moore Farts In The Huddle, Memphis Football, WWE SummerSlam - 7/31/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 102:51


    We'll open on the new Netflix documentary on The Idaho Murders (3:00) and then we'll hit all on Curt Cignetti pissing off every fan base in the SEC yesterday during his Big 10 Media Day press conference (11:50). Chris is out on Oregon QB Dante Moore....he'll tell you why (44:29). Devin went out to Memphis Football practice and gives us his thoughts (1:02:51). We'll finish with 5 things for the weekend presented by the National Guard:Non-Sports RecsHigh School KickoffMLB Trade DeadlineCaitlin Clark vs Olivia MilesWWE SummerSlamHost: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Pablo Torre/Kawhi, LeBron Stans, Ohtani Interpreter, ESPN's Dan Wetzel Joins - 7/30/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 103:02


    We start off with what we did last night and it wasn't much hahahah (3:00). Then, Chris goes into the new story dropped by Pablo Torre about Kawhi and Uncle Dennis having LLCs surrounding a soccer team in Rhode Island (7:22). There's not much worse than a LeBron stan (17:46). There's a story out about the Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani....this is fascinating (36:54). What exactly is the Save College Sports Act about??? We'll try to go through some of it (46:38). ESPN Senior Writer Dan Wetzel joins the show via Zoom to talk about the Save College Sports Act, the disaster that is UNC Football, what all happened at Michigan and his article on Shohei Ohtani (1:08:42)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Dan WetzelTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Tony Allen Reacts to Viral Clip on LeBron, Karim Lopez Article in SI, NFL Training Camp Injuries - 7/29/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 96:49


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA joins the show in-studio and reacts the whole hour to the clip from last week's show that went viral about him saying he was a better defender than LeBron James. TA talks about how he stuck star players for the full 48 minutes, defense is how he made his career and so he can speak on it.  There's much more (3:00). There's an article in Sports Illustrated (the magazine) about Grizzlies draft pick Karim Lopez and the impact he could have on basketball in Mexico (1:22:03), College Football magazine's and coaches records against the spread (1:29:01) and we already have injuries in NFL training camp (1:33:49)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    LeBron, SEC Picks, Madden 99's, The Odyssey, Memphis Football - 7/28/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 101:54


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!LeBron and the East (4:59)SEC Media Day Picks (21:04)SEC Media Days Clips (38:31)Coach Huff (40:59)Church Health Center (48:34)72 Hours, The Odyssey, AEW Nashville, Toxic Love Story (1:00:33)Tatum & Brown (1:13:41)Jackson Koivun (1:17:44)NFL News and Madden 99 (1:23:13)Tonight (1:31:54)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    LeBron James Signing with the Philadelphia 76ers, Michael Kim, SEC Media Days - 7/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 96:47


    Chris is back. Gary Parrish joins the show in the first hour and they talk about their trip to Milwaukee where they got to go to a Mets/Brewers game, play 3 different golf courses and more. GP was carrying around a baseball and ended up with a Keith Hernandez autograph, Chris got his first ever hole-in-one, and more (3:30). LeBron James is signing with the 76ers...does this make Philly the favorite in the East? What about for the Championship? Also, why we think it took this long and the 76ers were the choice (20:18). Josh Pastner made some interesting comments about looking for an "owner" of the UNLV basketball program (43:38) and Ole Miss Head Coach Pete Golding also made some interesting comments about how College Football is still operating as if these players aren't in the real work world when they really are (49:35). We'll finish with 5 Things for the weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard: SEC Media Days, Ryan Silverfield, Michael Kim, LeBron James, Wisconsin (1:02:22)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon RoserGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jacob StopcotteAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    John Harbaugh Speech, NBA Win Totals, Vols Land 5 Star RB, SEC Media Days - 7/23/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 94:02


    It's a Producer Party with Roser, CJ and Bennett. They'll spend the first 45 minutes or so on John Harbaugh's uninspiring speech to his NY Giants team yesterday and why they think Lamar Jackson saved Harbaugh's career for about 7 extra seasons. They'll go into the other NFL Training Camp news, NBA Win Totals and who they think might be a little low or high before they hit on the Tennessee Vols getting a big time 5-star recruit at RB (3:00). Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to talk SEC Media Days, play a version of the Newlywed Game with CJ, and we ask her and Bennett the question: Matt Damon or Leonardo DiCaprio??? (52:41)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Bennett Doyle, CJ HurtGuest: Jessica BensonTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Good National Grizz Vibes, Heat Admin Fumbles, Best Dunkers List, The Odyssey - 7/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 79:12


    It's Roser, Devin and Bennett today. They'll spend the first hour talking about some Grizzlies news that they'll reportedly play a preseason or regular season game(s) in Nashville...they talk about why that's good but also how they'd like to see the Titans reciprocate and play a preseason game in Memphis. There was also a national podcast that had positive things to say about this Grizzlies roster....it made us more optimistic about the upcoming season. After that, we'll talk about the Miami Heat YouTube admin maybe fumbling LeBron and who else are some all-time bag fumblers (3:00). Bleacher Report has another list....it's the Top 50 Dunkers of All-Time (1:03:49)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tony Allen Reacts to Bleacher Report's 99 NBA All-Time Greatest Defenders List - 7/21/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 97:06


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen presented by Mainland Pool Service. It's Roser, Devin and CJ. They have TA react to Bleacher Report's list of the NBA's 99 Greatest Defenders of All-Time list....we'll go one by one through the Top 25 and you'll get TA's reaction to all of them. That takes up most of the first hour. After that, TA talks a little about Cam Boozer and Cedric Coward and what he saw from them in Summer League (3:00). The gang wraps up on Nolan Arenado making some active player history in MLB last night and Will Stein's presser at SEC Media Days (1:21:08)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, CJ HurtGuest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizz Lose Summer League Championship, Joey Chestnut vs Chris Vernon, Spain Wins World Cup - 7/20/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 111:42


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Grizz Summer League (5:51)The Other Summer League Teams (23:12)Joey Chestnut vs Chris Vernon (27:13)World Cup (45:51)The Open Championship (52:20)Redbirds Game, Vintage Fest at Renasant Center (1:08:50)Caitlin and Angel (1:20:18)The Mile (1:31:30)NBA Offseason (1:44:39)Tonight (1:50:32)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Summer Grizz 32-2 1Q vs Summer Hawks, World Cup Final, LeBron's Looming Decision - 7/17/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 88:06


    Gary Parrish joins the show in-studio and they'll talk about the Grizzlies destruction of the Atlanta Hawks in Summer League, humiliating Atlanta by outscoring them 32-2 in the first quarter, Cedric Coward looking great, Boozer being Boozer, why Chris thinks O-Max could be more than just an energy guy. GP also talks about a story that no one else is talking about in recruiting circles and it's how guys ranked outside the Top 50 are not getting recruited by many Power 4 schools anymore (3:00). How much would you pay to see a live sporting event or concert? The price to get in Sunday's World Cup Final will blow your mind (44:23). Chris has 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the National Guard: LeBron's Decision, Eating vs Joey Chestnut, The Open Championship, World Cup Final, Summer League Final 4 (1:15:11)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Gary ParrishTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    The ESPY's, Caitlin Clark, Gary Trent Jr, Grizz/Hawks Summer League, Messi/Yamal - 7/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 99:44


    Messi and Yamal will face off in the World Cup Final and a photo of them has resurfaced (5:45). Jackson Suber is leading The Open Championship but Bryson DeChambeau is close behind...Bryson had some things to say to Nick Faldo after his opening round (12:00). The ESPY's were last night....we'll go through them....well, we try to....but we end up talking about Caitlin Clark, doggy daycare and a bunch of other stuff you'll laugh about (20:59). We have more Summer League standouts including Hannes Steinbach, Hugo Gonzalez and Ghaman Maluach plus the NBA is investigating Gary Trent Jr's contract with the Bucks (1:24:24)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jacob StopcotteAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Javon Small's Summer League Moment, Early NBA Win Totals, World Cup, MLB All-Star Game - 7/15/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 91:36


    Cam Boozer continues to show off his skillset at Summer League (3:00). Javon Small had his Summer League moment/game yesterday against the Warriors. Chris explains why that game could've been the difference in him keeping his two-way contract and not. We'll then go into some early NBA season win totals that have been posted. Chris cannot believe what the Grizzlies total is for next season and thinks they should be higher (5:16). NCAA Football is out and Devin has a review (1:00:29). Chris had the MLB All-Star Game on the tv last night but says every time he looked up, baseball wasn't actually being played (1:06:17). QB on Netflix came out and there's a couple of moments with Joe Flacco that made Chris laugh (1:08:29). Roser and Devin had a horrible pick with France yesterday....today we get England vs Argentina in the World Cup (1:18:30)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Summer Grizz Lose vs Mavs, Summer League Standouts, LeBron, Jordan Walker Wins HR Derby - 7/14/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 93:52


    Netflix's Quarterback series dropped today and Titans QB Cam Ward is featured (3:00). The Summer Grizz lost to the Summer Mavs on Monday + Cam Boozer didn't like ESPN's questions, Cedric Coward struggled to take care of the ball and more (12:46). We'll go through some of the standouts from Summer League including Meleek Thomas, Brayden Burries, Koa Peat and more (27:10). Is LeBron being dramatic and know where he's going to go??? (43:24) Jordan Walker won the Home Run Derby (1:02:03) and we have a busy week in sports with the World Cup, MLB All Star Game, The Open Championship, Fanatics Fest, WWE Saturday Night Main Event and more (1:25:58)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Live from NBA Summer League, Tony Allen joins the Show, and 10 Things From The Weekend - 7/13/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 94:35


    Chris Vernon, Devin Walker, Jon Roser, and Tony Allen are in Las Vegas reacting to the Grizzlies' Summer League games, discussing the tournament's standout performers, UFC 329, and much more.

    Live from NBA Summer League, Tony Allen joins the show - 7/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 109:13


    Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Quinten Post Is A Grizz, Summer League, Jaylen Brown vs Jayson Tatum, Big 12 Gets Monster Energy Sponsorship - 7/8/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 92:29


    Grizzlies lose in Summer League in Atlanta (5:30), Cam Boozer and Darryn Peterson have been as advertised and it makes Chris that much more pumped to see AJ Dybantsa in Vegas (12:06). Quinten Post is now a Grizzly after the Warriors didn't match. Chris talks about why it's a good signing and how you shouldn't just look at the money and years (17:21). D'Angelo Russell is also technically a Grizzly but Chris doesn't think he'll be on the team and lists the entire roster now and how they need to trim it down between now and training camp (23:26). What really happened with Jaylen Brown in Boston??? There are reports now that he and Jayson Tatum were not exactly cool with each other (31:32). France and Morocco continue World Cup play on Thursday (1:04:55) and the Big 12 must be broke to only get $20M a year from Monster Energy (1:08:07)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    USA Soccer Crumbles vs Belgium, Grizzlies Summer League, Brandon Aiyuk - 7/7/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 86:13


    Chris is out today. Roser, Devin and CJ hold it down. Seamus from The Brass Door joins the show in-studio to talk about USA soccer losing to Belgium, Pulisic's rough night, Balogun underperforming, the goalie not being able to kick the ball and the state of US youth soccer (5:00). We'll then go into the rest of the World Cup including Norway, England, France, Spain and more (28:00). Mike Wallace from Grind City Media joins the show live from Salt Lake City to talk Grizz Summer League, Cam Boozer, Cedric Coward, the pace of play, Darryn Peterson, Quinten Post and more (44:00). Does Brandon Aiyuk want to play football again??? We'll talk about it (1:18:00) Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, CJ HurtGuests: Seamus Loftus, Mike Wallace Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Cam Boozer Is Awesome, Flo Balogun, Quinten Post, LeBron Watch, 10 Things - 7/6/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 100:25


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!World Cup (4:20)USA and Balogun (11:33)Grizz Summer League (22:31)Quinten Post (38:51)Summer Standouts (51:16)Hot Springs, Roller Skating, Pearadise (1:07:12)MLB All-Stars (1:26:07)LeBron Watch (1:30:47)Chris Gotterup (1:33:13)Tonight (1:36:03)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Jaylen Brown Traded to 76ers, Grizz Reportedly Trading Santi Aldama, USA Advances/Balogun's Red Card - 7/2/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 98:17


    Chris opens the show on the trade that shocked everyone yesterday....Jaylen Brown for Paul George and picks....Chris refuses to believe the Shams report that 8-10 teams were interested in Jaylen Brown and that this was the best offer. We'll talk about all of it. From the process of the trade to what the return was and more (5:22). We'll also touch on the Grizzlies reportedly trading Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks (26:15). Seamus Loftus is the owner of The Brass Door in Downtown Memphis and he joins us in-studio to talk about the World Cup including Flo Balogun's red card, the US advancing, their matchup against Belgium, England/Mexico, how its France's tournament to lose and more (42:10). Chris ends with 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard: Memphis Redbirds, 4th of July, World Cup, NBA Free Agency, Salt Lake City Summer League (1:21:29)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Seamus Loftus Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Lakers Spending Spree, Mitchell Robinson to Boston, England Comeback, USA/Bosnia - 7/1/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 98:53


    The Lakers are spending big in free agency but Chris doesn't understand why they paid what they paid and gave up what they gave up for Walker Kessler....they basically paid a lot of money for guys who have accomplished nothing in the playoffs. We'll go through the rest of the free agent signings today and what free agency trends are starting to appear (3:00). We've got some details on Grizzlies Summer League (1:09:10). England survived the Congo today in Atlanta and we'll talk about USA/Bosnia (1:16:05)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Tony Allen In-Studio, Ja Morant Traded to Blazers Reaction - 6/30/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 100:19


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen In-Studio Presented by Mainland Pool Services. Chris, TA, Dev and Roser spend over an hour talking all about Ja Morant being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers (3:00). The gang also touches on LeBron leaving the Lakers, Rob Williams getting a new contract, and some other changes or touch-ups might be coming to the Grizzlies roster (3:00)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Free Agency & Trade Season, World Cup, Chris Johnson, Jaylen Brown vs Nerds - 6/29/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 115:11


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Cam Boozer (6:45)Team Options (14:34)Trade Season (27:40)World Cup (40:51)Chris Johnson (51:21)Toy Story 5, US Soccer Documentary, Designated Survivor (1:15:22)Jaylen Brown vs Nerds (1:33:58)Malik Beasley and Ed Davis (1:46:57)Scheffler/Hovland (1:53:11)Tonight (1:54:08)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizzlies Draft Picks Presser Reaction, Ja Morant, Jaylen Brown Trades, World Cup - 6/26/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 96:46


    Chris has seen some fans online talking about how Ja and the Grizzlies front office need to get in a room and work things out....Chris reminds you he was saying this in January and February and now things have gone too far to come back from. We'll then talk about the press conference yesterday introducing the newest Grizzlies rookies (Cam Boozer, Karim Lopez and Richie Saunders) and we look into just how much Cam Boozer won during his preps career and how we could look up in 7-8 years and talk about how it was crazy he didn't go #1 in the NBA Draft. Isaiah Stewart's wife made a post on IG about him and it has Chris even more excited for him to play for the Grizzlies (3:00). Jaylen Brown trade rumors are heating up, Jalen Duren and the Pistons are going through negotiations and Team USA lost last night to Turkiye (38:22).Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizzlies Draft Picks Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez In-Studio + Grizzlies Acquire Isaiah Stewart, LaMelo Ball Traded to Wolves - 6/25/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 95:07


    We'll open up talking about the Grizzlies trading for Pistons C Isaiah Stewart and how he's the perfect player to play for the Grizzlies, how he'll bring a different attitude to the team, him being able to back up Zach Edey or start and play big minutes. Then we'll talk a little about the Grizzlies drafting Richie Saunders and how his great grandfather invented the tater tot. Then we'll run through the rest of the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft and give some thoughts on a few players (3:00). Grizzlies Draft Picks Cameron Boozer and Karim Lopez join the show in-studio (36:00)Grizzlies Summer League Schedule news + our thoughts on LaMelo Ball being traded to the Timberwolves and more thoughts on how the Grizzlies will continute to fill out their roster (57:23)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guests: Cameron Boozer, Karim LopezTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Grizzlies Draft Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez - 6/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 96:41


    We'll spend the show talking about the Grizzlies drafting Cam Boozer and Karim Lopez + acquiring 5 second round picks, if the Grizzlies might be making more moves tonight and then we'll go through every pick in the first round and give our thoughts (3:00)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Day, Giannis Traded to Miami, Jaylen Brown, Ja Morant - 6/23/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 93:39


    It's Tuesday's with Tony Allen in-studio presented by Mainland Pool Service. We'll spend the whole show talking about tonight's NBA Draft, Cam Boozer, some options for the Grizzlies if they stay at #16, Giannis getting traded to the Heat, what the Celtics do with Jaylen Brown, if Ja Morant will be traded tonight and more (3:00)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Guest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Week, Giannis Rumors, Dusty May To Mavs, World Cup - 6/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 114:04


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!NBA Draft (7:38)Dog Identification (25:40)Target Guy & The Coward Formula (34:15)Giannis Rumors (56:36)Dusty May (1:11:58)Ed Sheeran In Nashville, Toy Story 5, Deante Hitchcock, House of the Dragon (1:24:05)World Cup (1:39:00)US Open (1:42:18)Mike Curtis & Scott Zachry (1:47:39)Tonight (1:52:10)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Rumors Heating Up, World Cup, US Open, College World Series - 6/18/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 95:55


    NBA Draft rumors and innuendo are heating up, Danny Ainge's draft history, identifying potential sleepers by their high school rankings and some players who were the best in their conference that might go in the 2nd round (3:00). We'll give you 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard: World Cup, College World Series, US Open, NBA Draft and Trade Rumors, NBA Draft Party (1:20:21)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    NBA Draft Rumors, Walker Kessler Contract Dispute, Stars Shine at World Cup - 6/17/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 94:08


    NBA Draft is less than a week away. We'll spend the first hour talking about the latest rumors including Cam Boozer going 2 and the possibility of Darryn Peterson going #1, Zodiac GM's thoughts on who fits best with the Grizzlies with the #3 overall pick and the #16 overall pick and more (6:15). Walker Kessler is in a contract dispute with the Utah Jazz....should the Jazz pay him more than the $140M they reportedly offered??? (58:32) Joshua Baez is on a tear for the Memphis Redbirds and hit 4 HR's last night (1:15:30). Is Trey Murphy available for trade from the Pelicans??? Rumors say New Orleans has made him avaialable in attempts to get into the first round of the NBA Draft (1:22:59). The World Cup did not disappoint yesterday. Mbappe, Haaland, and Messi all shined (1:27:04)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    The Return of Tuesday's with Tony Allen In-Studio - 6/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 102:29


    Tony Allen is back for Tuesday's with Tony presented by Mainland Pool Service. TA talks about how he's not allowed to train his son anymore (3:00) and then he'll talk about the Knicks winning the Championship, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, KAT, how the team came together, how you know you're playing with a special group of teammates (7:17). TA talks about his time winning a title in Boston, the parade, what made their group special and more (27:04). We'll wrap up talking about the NBA Draft, how we feel about Darryn Peterson, thoughts on Darius Acuff and tonight's World Cup games (1:25:20)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Tony AllenTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

    Knicks Win Finals, Jalen Brunson's Ascent, US World Cup Dominance, UFC Freedom 250 - 6/15/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 116:00


    10 Things from the Weekend!!!Knicks Win NBA Finals (4:23)The FInals Numbers (16:03)Jalen Brunson (31:01)NBA Draft (44:51)World Cup (1:05:34)Joe's Records, Maternal Instinct, Toy Story (1:23:27) UFC Freedom 250 (1:40:40)Hurricanes Win Stanley Cup (1:46:49)Bud Cauley (1:50:53)Blaze Jordan & Tonight (1:53:39)Host: Chris Vernon Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    USA Starts World Cup Play Tonight, Grizz Draft Knowledge, NBA Finals Game 5, Giannis Rumors - 6/12/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 76:53


    The United States opens World Cup play tonight and we'll get you ready for the World Cup by having some trivia. We'll test Devin and Bennett's soccer knowledge (3:00). We'll go into the Giannis trade rumors from The Athletic, the rumors around Austin Reaves and the Brooklyn Nets, and then Game 5 of the NBA Finals and if the Spurs are being too arrogant (26:17). I'll test Devin and Bennett's knowledge of Grizzlies draft history (43:11). We'll finish up with 5 Things for the Weekend presented by the Tennessee National Guard (57:13)Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles 

    Legendary Game 4 NBA Finals Reaction, Damichael Cole In-Studio on Grizzlies, NBA Draft - 6/11/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 92:20


    On today's show, Roser is hosting. Devin and Bennett are also here. Chris joins the show to start and gives us 5 things from last night's legendary NBA Finals Game 4. We talk about everything from OG Anunoby's game winner to De'Aaron Fox not trying to dribble out clock, Jose Alvarado's impact, Knicks ability to come back in these games, if Wemby is more to blame than Fox, how Josh Hart almost became the the goat and more (3:00).Damichael Cole covers the Grizzlies for the Commercial Appeal and he joins the show in-studio to talk NBA Finals, Grizzlies and some stuff on the NBA Draft including who he'd take #1 overall, Cam Boozer, some Grizzlies options at #16, if the Grizzlies will trade up, ranking the best guards in the draft, and if Ja Morant will be on this team come draft night (51:59)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin Walker, Bennett DoyleGuest: Damichael ColeTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles

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