Early Morning PJ Podcast

Today we recapped the Sunday games from week 15 such as Dolphins vs Jets and Saints vs Bucs. We explored the AFC and NFC playoff pictures and our analysis on which teams will be in and which teams will be out. We discussed potential draft picks for each of our teams and how each of our Quarterbacks need to play to keep their spots. We discussed the upcoming Eagles vs Washington game (which Payton will be attending) along with the Vikings vs bears, raiders vs browns, and Seahawks vs rams and how COVID and injuries have affected these key matchups. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

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Episode 20, our second episode in 3 days, covered huge news in the NBA. We talked about the Sixers decisive game 6 win against the Hawks, forcing a game 7 tonight. We gave our predictions for not only the Sixers-Hawks game, but also a prediction on Bucks vs the Hawks or Sixers in the Eastern Conference Finals. We discussed the Kawhi Leonard injury and the controversial Chris Paul Covid protocol fiasco along with predictions for game 1 of the western conference finals. MLB was covered for the first time in a while, with us especially covering the Phillies and a Harrisburg Senators game Payton was able to attend just yesterday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

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For today's episode we had on long time fans, friends, and teammates Connor Pushart and Jagger Gray for our UFC special! Maywether v Paul and UFC 263 and beyond were hotly debated about. The future of every UFC weight class was discussed as well as predictions for big upcoming fights including Adesanya v Vettori, Porrier v McGregor and fan favorite Nate Diaz v Leon Edwards! We also discussed breaking news in NFL as Julio Jones was traded to the Titans just this morning. We debated how that will shake up the AFC Playoff Picture and the future of the Atlanta Falcons. In NBA news we discussed the elimination of the Los Angeles Lakers (everyone seemed to be in favor of that), the overall playoff picture and predictions for upcoming series, and the implications of the Sixers game 1 loss to the Atlanta Hawks! Finally, huge congratulations to the Trinity Lacrosse and Softball teams on amazing seasons and make sure to tune in to the Boy's Baseball Team's run in the State Playoffs (their first ever appearance). Shirts are also still in stock; make sure to contact the EMPJ Instagram Page if you are interested in one! https://empjpodcast.wixsite.com/home --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

Jacob's Heat were knocked out of the playoffs in just 4 games this season. After a waterfall of tears, Jacob came to realize that the Heat may be able to secure Kawhi Leonard in the off season. The Sixers are looking very strong after going up 3-0 to the Wizards. We talk about the other series' around the league and which may even lead to 7. Jason gives us a few predictions in which we decide whether they will become factual or fiction. We give you some games to watch this coming week in the world of sports too. FnH Thrift: https://instagram.com/fnhthrift?igshid=5091y0n2gd90 https://www.depop.com/frankielaff/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

The NBA Playoffs have officially started! We present to you our predictions for each matchup in the coming weeks and we also took at look at the finalists for each end-of-season award. We got some of our listeners involved through our instagram to ask us a couple of questions! FnH Thrift: https://instagram.com/fnhthrift?igshid=5091y0n2gd90 https://www.depop.com/frankielaff/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

This week our good friends Ben Patten & Drew Hess joined us on the show. We jumped right into some NFL as we heard Ben's reaction to the Giants' picks in the draft and Drew's takes defending his very own Baltimore Ravens. We talked about which rookies have the most potential this up coming season and who will become the next busts. We switched over to the NBA as today was the last day of the regular season. We gave you our thoughts and predictions on the new playoff picture. Jacob and Drew spoke about last nights UFC cards and how they turned out. We'd like to give a big shoutout to the softball team on having the best record in school history! Congrats to the baseball team as well for becoming the first team in 10 years to make districts! FnH Thrift: https://instagram.com/fnhthrift?igshid=5091y0n2gd90 https://www.depop.com/frankielaff/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We present to your our "way too early" predictions for each NFL division starting off this week. Coming off recent roster moves and the draft, we thought we should give you guys an update on where teams stand at this point in the off season. The NBA season is quickly coming to a close as teams look to secure a playoff or play in spot. LeBron's recent comments on the whole idea of the play in game shook many fans and the league too. Jumping into the MLB, Jacob's Marlins still continue to tread in last in the NL East. There were really only two words that ended the Phillies winning streak on Saturday night: Hector Neris. Go out and get a closer for the love of God! Congrats to those who moved on after the Stan Morgan Invitational this weekend and awesome job by the baseball team to finish off the week 2-0, improving their record to 11-4. The girls softball team continues to tear through the Mid Penn with a 13-1 record! The boys lacrosse team lost their first game this week to cross town rivals CV, but they sure will bounce back. FnH Thrift: https://instagram.com/fnhthrift?igshid=5091y0n2gd90 https://www.depop.com/frankielaff/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

Today we were very fortunate to get a chance to sit down and talk with Luke Leftwich! Talking to Luke at a Senators game back in 2019 when he pitched for the Fightin Phils, to now interviewing him via Zoom, we thank him for taking some time to talk with us! In this episode, we discuss his journey from college ball, all the way up to Triple-A, the ins and outs of the minor leagues, his time in Australia and everything in between. This is our very first interview and we look to continue this series throughout the podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

Jumping into this episode, we went over the first 15 picks and gave you our grades for each team. There were a couple questionable picks here and there but Jacob's mock draft remained solid. We got to witness Micah Parsons, a Harrisburg native, get drafted to the Dallas Cowboys which was very exciting because we have been watching him play ever since high school! We took a deeper dive into our own teams and looked at who they took in the later rounds as well. In the basketball world, the Sixers clinched a playoff spot and Jacob's Heat are now sitting at the 7 seed, tied with the Celtics. The Phillies have had two eventful series' (Cardinals & Mets) leading to ejections, suspensions, and a couple hit batters. The Trinity Baseball team was selected as the 5th best baseball team in the Midd-Penn! The Track and Field team has competed in the Cedar Cliff Relays and the Harrisburg Diocese Relays the past few weekends. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

The NFL Draft starts this Thursday night and we wrapped up Jacob's mock draft for the second round. We touched on the NBA and reflected on the outcomes of the trades made at the deadline for the Sixers and Heat. The Sixers, now on a cold streak, are trying to bounce back to the number one seed in the east as the Knicks continue their 9 game win streak. The Phillies search for a center fielder and the rest of the NL East continues their average play. We get to hear from our viewers through our Instagram Q & A. Lastly we talk about Trinity sports and their outcomes this past week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

This week we continued Jacob's mock draft, picks 20-32, the end of the first round. We also touched on the different draft strategies both the Eagles and Dolphins should take. We looked at the recent injuries that shook up the NBA this week and gave you our award predictions for the end of the year. The Phillies had a rough stretch against the Mets but picked it back up against the Cardinals this week. On the other hand, the Yankees now have the worst record in the AL. Trinity's baseball team improved to 4-3 (2-1 Mid Penn Capital) and the T&F team participated in the Shippensburg invitational this weekend! The boys lax team continues their undefeated season and the girls lax team picked up their first win! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We start off this week with Jacob's updated NFL Mock Draft. We review his first 20 picks and where the top QB prospects will be heading. The NBA season is starting to wrap up in the coming weeks. We look into the injuries on the Lakers squad, the Nets at full health, the Sixers, and the new playoff format. The MLB is also in its second week of play, so we took a dive into the Phillies' performance so far. We wrap up the show by talking about the recent scores and news of Trinity's spring sports! Check out our new website: https://empjpodcast.wixsite.com/my-site Thank you to Gabe Deppen for the new intro! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We welcomed our two good friends on the show this week, Marcus and Sam, both Trinity alumni. Marcus is currently playing Division 3 basketball at Marymount University in Virginia and Sam attends Lebanon Valley College. This week featured the Final Four in the mens March Madness Tournament. UCLA is on a roll and are looking to shatter Gonzaga's perfect season while Houston battles Baylor to head to the national championship. The NFL Draft is approaching and we take a look at what teams need and how they will handle free agency. This week in sports also featured opening day in the MLB. We touched base on Trinity's athletics too, as spring sports are going well for all of our teams so far! Check out our new website: https://empjpodcast.wixsite.com/my-site --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

After watching half of the sweet 16 games, Houston looks legit and Baylor's defense really stepped up. We have to say goodbye to Loyola Chicago, Sister Jean, and Cameron Krutwig as they got bounced by Oregon State. The recent NBA trade deadline was hectic and sent players all over the league, as the Heat and Sixers were both involved. Time and time again, Eagles nation questions their front office as they decide to bump back a couple picks in the draft. Go check out our brand new website!! https://empjpodcast.wixsite.com/my-site --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discussed the results of the round of 64 of the Men's March Madness Tournament, predicted who will win in the round of 32, we wrapped up this weeks news in the NBA, went over the recent moves in NFL Free Agency and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discussed the NCCA Men's Basketball Tournament coming up this week, who you should watch out for, sleeper teams and more. We also talked about the NBA returning to action following the All Star break. Lastly we touched on some NFL Free Agency and where some players will land in the coming weeks. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discussed recent NFL free agency news, JJ Watt's signing, the first half of the NBA season, March Madness, our instagram poll "Best NBA Player Currently", and answered a few questions you gave us for Father Sahd. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discussed recent NFL news surrounding the Lions and Steelers, the latest buzz on the NBA MVP race, who got snubbed in the All-Star voting, call-ins, and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discuss the NFL Free Agency/Trade Rumors, Weekly NBA Recap, Call-ins, Instagram Q & A and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support

We discuss the Super Bowl, Jacob's mock draft, the Eagles season and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empjpodcast/support