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Going For 2 is a sports podcast feautring Intern Jimi and Andy. We'll talk about everything under the sports sun. We'll give you a healthy dose of topics from NFL, NCAA Football, MLB, NHL and NBA, but we'll also talk the hot topics throughout sports. Check us out on a bi-weekly basis and be sure…

Going For 2


    • Mar 6, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    Madness, Matness, and Underwear Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2020 69:44


    Going For 2: Episode 70 is LIVE! Whether you like March Madness or Matness, NHL, or the Underwear Olympics (NFL Combine), we have it for you. The madness begins in just a matter of two weeks. This is one of the most wide-open field of teams that we've seen. There are 10-12 teams that have a legitimate shot to cut down the nets. The NFL Combine has come to an end, and we're all left wondering did it all really matter? We break down the top prospects and talk about what impressed us. We're exactly one month away form the start of the NHL Playoffs, and we couldn't be more excited. The Metro Division is extremely competitive with the Penguins, Flyers, and Caps all going for the top seed. Where do we see Pittsburgh falling when the playoffs finally roll around? March Matness is here! NCAA Wrestling heats up this weekend with the Big Ten Tournament happening this weekend. Andy breaks down the entire field to get you prepped for this weekend. Did you play GoldenEye for the N64 as a kid? We're bringing back the multiplayer awards and applying them to NFL Players. Who's the lemming? Who's our marksman? Free agency is heating up in the NFL, and we give our take on our dream scenarios for some of the top players available. We end our show with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi talks about a tremendous comeback on the ice, while Andy has a first-ever for the wrestling world.

    Cheaters, New Rules, and Trades

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 70:19


      We have every sport wrapped into one episode.   Get ready for this Astros cheating scandal to stay in the news for a long time. We give our opinions on the news that has come out of spring training, and how much Manfred has bumbled this since its announcement.   The NHL trade deadline is Feb. 24! The Penguins have already made a splash by signing Jason Zucker. Do we think the Pens are done? Who else could be on the move?   We're one month away from March Madness! This field this year is wide open, and several teams that could cut down the nets. Penn State is in the mix to be a top seed, even with a loss. How do we see the rest of the season shaking out?   There's March Madness and then March Matness! The NCAA Wrestling title is coming down to a two-team race between Penn State and Iowa. Andy gives tips on how to get into wrestling before the championships start in just under a month.   We're in the NFL offseason, but the news isn't slowing down. There is a new proposal to shorten the preseason to three games, extend the regular season to 17 games, and add an extra team to the playoffs. What do we think of the proposed change?   If you thought we were done with fantasy football, think again! We go through some surprising stats from breakout players last year and buy or sell if they can repeat in 2020.   Finally, we wrap with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi talks about something close to home, while Andy highlights a major accomplishment by his college wrestling coach. We also have an honorary "awesome thing" from Sara. Listen to check it out!  

    Super Bowl Reactions, Too Soon Predictions, and Confetti

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2020 73:47


      The last few weeks in the sports world have been a rollercoaster ride. We've had the highest of highs with the Super Bowl to one of the lowest points with the passing of Kobe, Gigi, and seven others just two weeks ago.   The episode starts with us reflecting on the Kobe Bryant news. We talk about the impact Kobe had on the game, what we'll miss about Mamba, and how the NBA should honor him.   Kansas City, you're Chiefs are Super Bowl Champs! After 50 years of losing, the Chiefs finally have a second Lombardi Trophy. What did we think of the game overall? Did Pat Mahomes deserve to be Super Bowl MVP?   What does 2020 have up its sleeve? We're already looking forward to the 2020 NFL season. Who do we see as the favorite? Do we see any darkhorse teams rising from the ashes?   Now that football is done, we really start to shift our focus to hockey. The trade deadline is just around the corner, and the NHL deadline has always proven to be exciting. The Penguins are going to be extremely active. We discuss some of the top targets for the Penguins.   Fantasy doesn't ever go away! We're continuing to look back on the 2019 season with a breakdown of the QB position. While the top QB isn't a surprise, the others in the top-10 might not be expected.   Finally, we wrap with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi elaborates on a new Super Bowl celebration, while Andy talks about one of the best wrestling matches this season.  

    Cheating, GOATs, and Super Bowl Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 80:24


    After a brief holiday hiatus, your bi-weekly dose of all the sports opinions you never wanted is back on track. It's been a wild few weeks, and we pack it all into this episode. Let's talk about baseball and more specifically the Astros. This cheating scandal is the worst we've seen in sports. We've already seen four firings, and more punishment could be on its way. What do we think about how the MLB handled this? Skip about 10 minutes ahead if you don't want to hear Andy gloat about winning ANOTHER League of Record title. Following Andy's victory laps, we give our early reactions to the top 10 finishers at the running back and wide receiver positions. Where do we see these top players being drafted next year? Bowl season has come and gone, but not before we got some seriously fun games. We quickly recap the top matchups and give our take on just how great the LSU Tigers were this season. Are you ready for the Super Bowl? We sure are! Super Bowl 54 between the Chiefs and Niners is shaping up to be a fun matchup. We give our take on the game and make our picks. We wrap the show with our one awesome thing in sports. Both of our awesome stories tie into historic moments in football.

    Football Playoffs, Hot Stoves, and Regrets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2019 85:01


      Playoffs, hot stoves, and regrets.   The MLB hot stove is "heating up" with a host of big early signings. How do we think this could impact the season and the rest of the offseason going forward?   The College Football Playoff is set! We give our predictions for the first round of games, and we don't necessarily agree.   Our college football talk roles on with a look at the premier bowl games and some other ones we think could be very interesting during the bowl season.   The NFL is just a few weeks away from postseason play. While a lot of teams look to be in the playoffs, the seedings still need to be determined. We break down the playoff picture in both the AFC and NFC.   While the fantasy playoffs rage on, we take a look back at our regrets through the season. Who do we regret drafting? Who should have we picked up or dropped? Did we make a bad trade?   The show wraps with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi "pulls and Andy" with two stories, while Andy picks the best tweet from the weekend from a hall of famer.  

    Thanksgiving sides, NCAA Playoffs, Buy or Sell NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2019 79:50


    In honor of Thanksgiving, we start out show by comparing NFL teams to Thanksgiving Day side dishes. Who is the stuffing? What team takes home the honor of being the cranberry sauce? The fifth week of the College Football Playoff rankings is out and there's a change at the top. We pick apart the committee's choices, talk about the most likely top-four scenarios, and give our concerns about each team in the top 10. Penn State suffered a big loss over the weekend, and it wasn't on the football field. Arizona State handed the PSU wrestling team their first dual-meet loss in five years. How does Andy see this impacting the rest of PSU's season? We only have six weeks left in the NFL season. Some teams are jostling for playoff position, while others are just fighting to stay alive. What teams do we buy or sell in the current playoff picture? There's only one week left in the fantasy football season. We know, we're sad too. One week means there's still hope to break into the playoffs and get that title. Who do we have in our good, bad, and ugly from the last few weeks? Our show closes out with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has a feel-good story about one of the best players in the NFL, while Andy throws a shoutout to Bills Mafia.

    Stealing Signals, CFP Playoff Reactions, and Fantasy Outlooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 74:47


    Before we get into football, we start with a wild story in baseball. Have you heard about the Astros sign-stealing scandal? The second edition of the College Football Playoff rankings are out, and we have some thoughts. Does Bama deserve its number 5 ranking? How do we see the rest of this season playing out? Don't look now, but the NFL playoffs aren't too far off. A few teams have pulled away from the pack, but there's a hot race for the wild card in each conference. Which four teams from the NFC and AFC do we see claiming those final spots? Place your bets! Jimi has two three-team parlays he likes in college and the NFL he really likes this week. Listen to him, and maybe you'll win some money this weekend. We're back with the good, bad, and ugly in fantasy football. Which players can you trust for the rest of the season? Our "bad" players both focus on high-profile players that you cannot trust down the stretch. Our show closes out in typical fashion with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi talks about the most exciting football game we've seen all year, while Andy gets excited about the start of wrestling season.

    LIVE World Series Reactions, Fantasy Trades, and Awesome Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 78:06


    We're back after a short hiatus! Did you miss us? With baseball done and the Nationals crowned as World Series champs, we're deep in football mode. Teams in the NFL are starting to show their true colors. Some teams are trending up and looking to make a splash, while others see the bottom falling out fast. College football's first playoff rankings come out Nov. 5. We take a look back and forward at the games that have and will shape this season's top four. Listen to our top four teams and in the country and see where we differ. We're more than halfway through the fantasy football season so it's time to start thinking trades. Who are you trading for? Who do you want to trade away? Andy made a HUGE trade right before the episode started to make his team better, but compromised on depth. Finally, we close with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has a personal experience that meant a lot to him, while Andy picks a significant story that has everyone in the sports world buzzing.

    Fantasy Trade Tips, Real or Fantasy NFL, and MORE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 97:14


    Join us for a full break down of everything happening during the most wonderful time in sports. The MLB Postseason is underway! We had a riveting start to the playoffs and we think it only gets better from here. Who do we have making it through the Division Series and into the Championship Series? Four weeks of the NFL season are in the books, and we're starting to get some clarity on these teams. We go through some teams that are off to hot starts to determine if their start is real or fantasy. See ya later, cupcakes! We're into the heart of college football conference play. Things are starting to heat up and the AP Top 25 is getting interesting. We give our take on teams outside of the top 10 that can make an impact. How's your fantasy season going? Do you need to make a trade? We've got players you should try to trade for and trade away. The show closes with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi admires what a Pittsburgh columnist wrote and Andy brings a little levity to the podcast. We have an extra one awesome thing c/o of the boss with the start of the National Women's Hockey League season.

    Fantasy Stash or Trash, NCAA Pretenders, New Beginnings

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 82:17


      A busy week in the NFL, college football in full swing, and the MLB Postseason right around the corner makes for one fun episode.   With all the NFL news swirling, we couldn't start anywhere else. Drew Brees is out for 6 weeks. Eli Manning gets benched. Not to mention Big Ben is out for the season. We break it all down from fantasy to real-life implications.   What have the first two weeks in the NFL taught us? Who deserves the hype? Who is our too early MVP?   College Football is about to hit conference play, so it's time to sort out the contenders and pretenders. This week gives us a fun and important slate of games that can go a long way in determining that. How do we see the top teams faring this week and beyond?   The MLB postseason is coming into clear view. With the exception of one division race, the only thing left to sort out is the Wild Cards in each league. It's a three-team race in the AL and NL, and we have opinions on who makes it into the play-in game.   We're through two weeks of Fantasy Football and we're already second-guessing some draft choices. Who are we stashing in hopes of a breakout? Who are we trashing after just two games?   Finally, we end with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has his sights set on a huge tournament happening in Harrisburg, while Andy recognizes one of the young stars in the NFL.  

    Football is HERE! Predictions, Opinions & MORE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 74:39


    Going For 2: Episode 56 is LIVE! Are you ready for some football? We sure are! We've talked about each division, and now we're solidifying our picks. We pick each NFL division winners, wild card team, and give you our Super Bowl picks for this season. Week one in college football calls for overreactions. We talk about the failing SEC, Maryland's huge offensive output, and a few more outlandish observations from a full slate of college football. While we look to the past, we also look ahead. We have two huge matchups that will shape the playoff picture. Do we think LSU and Texas have what it takes? By now, all fantasy football drafts are complete. We give our fantasy football MVPs, make some predictions, and give you insight into who you might be drafting at the top of your board next year. We wrap the show with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Andy talks about something that hasn't happened in a while, and Jimi finds a cool Stanley Cup story.

    LIVE Draft Reactions, College Football + NFL Preview, and MORE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2019 100:53


    We would say we're sorry for another all football episode, but that would be a lie. Our episode kicks off with our final look at college football. We cover the Big 12, PAC 12, and Big 10 in addition to an early look at Penn State's season. We also go through the recently released AP Top 25 poll. There are just a couple of games left in the preseason, and we have the AFC North is the last division on our preview list. With recent player additions and developments, the AFC North is one of the most interesting in football. We discuss the Ravens, Browns, Bengals, and give our season preview on the Steelers. It's time to draft! Our second Going For 2 league draft is in the books. We give you an instant reaction to how the draft panned out. Who did we pick? What were the surprises? The show closes out with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi talks about his passion, and Andy has an idea some NFL teams might want to consider.

    Fantasy Seek & Destroy, Risers & Fallers, Cold Feet + Hot Takes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 79:23


    We're two weeks away from actual meaningful football so we're giving you a heavy dose of pigskin. The episode starts with one of our final divisional breakdowns. We're talking NFC North. It's a division full of teams with not just playoff hopes, but potential Super Bowl hopes. It's college football time! We're breaking down the ACC and the SEC. Clemson takes the cake in the ACC, but we differ on how we see the SEC playing out. Fantasy drafts are almost here! We picked our draft order LIVE on the show. Find out where everyone in our League of Record is going to pick in less than two weeks. Our fantasy football talk includes players we're Seeking and Destroying on our draft boards. Plus, we talk about who's is rising and falling as we go through our mock drafts. As always, we end the show with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi picks a clip from the new season of Hard Knocks and Andy has a fun video you NEED to watch.

    It's MOCK DRAFT time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 71:17


    It's mock draft time, people! For this episode, we're going through a live 10-man mock draft. We randomly selected our spots prior to the draft and picked our teams. You might think it's a little early to start mock drafting, but this is the perfect time to get prepped for your actual draft. August is less than a week away and the season gets going in just over a month. Let us know who think drafted the best team!

    Free Agency Frenzy, Fantasy Football Breakouts, and Nice Things About Pirates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2019 77:33


    Bring on the madness of free agency! NHL and NBA free agency is open, and it's been a wild start. We've had multiple start players changing teams in both leagues along with a few big trades as well. Phil Kessel is gone, and we have some thoughts. Plus, find out where we think Kawhi Leonard ends up signing this offseason. Green grass. White kits. Wimbledon is here. One of the best sporting events of the year is taking place in London, and it's anybody's tournament to take. We've already seen a few major upsets and there are sure to be more to come. Listen to who Jimi think will take home the title. We're just a month away from the start of the NFL preseason. We continue our divisional breakdowns with the AFC and NFC West. We talk about the Chiefs and Rams chances to repeat what they did last year, and if there are any challengers in their division. Winning your fantasy football championship is all about finding a few breakout players. The ones you draft late, but end up becoming some of your best players. We each have a few that you need to look out for on draft day. We wrap the show in usual fashion with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi talks about how awesome this run for the U.S. Women's National Team has been, and Andy actually has something nice to say about the Pirates.

    AFC + NFC East Breakdown, Fantasy Meat on the Bone, & MORE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019 71:11


    The show starts off with our appreciation for the St. Louis Blues taking down the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Finals. We discuss how the Blue got to this point, and how they were finally able to take home Lord Stanley. We quickly shift our focus to the NBA Finals. It's been a dramatic championship series, but not always for the best reasons. From injuries to unruly fans, the series hasn't always been about the play on the court. Do we think that the Raptors can grab the final win? The World Cup is here! The U.S. Women's National Team are the favorites to win it all again, and they started off hot. Some people had a problem with their rout of Thailand. Find out if we feel the same way. Plus, Andy has the perfect site to keep up with every team in the World Cup. We continue our NFL divisional breakdowns series with a look at the AFC and NFC East. That Patriots are still the tops, but we think there are a few teams in this division who could make some noise. It's a two team race in the NFC East, and we don't think it's close. Fantasy Football is all about identifying opportunity in players. We highlight a select few players that have major opportunities to improve from last year. Plus, we get into a heated debate about Jameis Winston. Jimi thinks Winston can be one of the best fantasy bets this season while Andy firmly disagrees. We close out our show with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi highlights his love for the Stanley Cup trophy, and Andy gives everyone a task for the upcoming week.

    FINALS, NFL Division Breakdown, Where's the opportunity?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2019 74:13


      With two major sports in their championship series, another tennis major championship, and football less than 100 days away, we have a lot to talk about.   Boston and St. Louis are currently tied at one game apiece. It's been a drag 'em out series that could have either team looking at a 2-0 lead. Do the Blues have what it takes to raise the cup? What do they have to keep doing to get there?   The NBA Finals have shown the inevitable. We all knew that Golden State would be the Western Conference representative and they look like the presumptive favorite to take home the Larry O'Brien Trophy. We give our take on the series and how we could possibly see a Toronto upset.   Allez! The best players in tennis took to the clay courts of Roland Garros last week, and so far the field has come up chalk. Jimi breaks down his favorites (it shouldn't be a surprise) but gives a darkhorse to watch as well.   We're breaking it down. Starting with this episode, we'll break down at least one NFL division per episode to get you prepped for the 100th NFL season. First up are the NFC South and AFC South.   It's all about opportunity. We're taking a look at a set of players who have a great opportunity ahead of them and whether or not they can take advantage of it. What's JuJu's ceiling? Can Saquon be better than last year?   We end the show with something awesome. Andy highlights a local national champion and Jimi has a new favorite baseball player.  

    Buy or Sell Fantasy Rankings, Preakness Odds, Playoff Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2019 74:10


    Conference finals in two sports, the Preakness Stakes, and a whole heap of fantasy football opinions are all on deck. The NBA playoffs have been ... okay. We have had some decent moments like the Kawhi shot in game 7, Damian Lillard's insane game-winner, and Steph going crazy against the Rockets, but they haven't been consistent. Now, we're down to the final four teams and we discuss who we see getting to the NBA Finals. Woe is us. The Bruins made quick work of the Hurricanes and it looks like they will be either playing a battled-scarred Sharks or Blues team. We have differing opinions on who comes out of the Western Conference. Maximum Security wins the Kentucky Derby! Wait, he didn't. We witnessed one of the craziest finishes in horse racing (maybe sports history), and Jimi has some insight on how this all went down and why. Plus, make sure you get our take on the Preakness before you place your bets. Fantasy Football rankings are out! We play "Buy or Sell" based off of ESPN's way too early rankings. Is Todd Gurley ranked too low? How do we feel about Le'Veon Bell's role in New York? Listen to find out. Our show wraps with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi pays tribute to a lifelong Buffalo Bulls fan and Andy gives a certain Pittsburgh Pirates player the recognition he deserves.

    It's the NFL Draft show! (Plus Kentucky Derby Odds)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2019 74:57


    It's the draft episode! Oh, and we also talk the ponies and a bit of the NHL playoffs. The NHL playoffs keep moving and there are only eight teams left who can lift the cup. We see two clear favorites but also have our Cinderella picks. Listen to see who we're pulling for to grab Lord Stanley in just a few weeks. Riders up! The 145th Kentucky Derby is this weekend. Andy thinks he has a surefire pick and Jimi goes a bit chalk with his pick. The draft is over and a whole new crop of NFL players are ready to make their mark. We discuss some of the biggest surprises and how we see these new players fitting into their roles. With the draft comes a whole new slew of fantasy implications. Listen to see who our winners and losers with regards to fantasy following the draft.

    NFL Draft Preview, NHL Playoff Reactions, Siri Makes an Appearance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 77:19


    All four major sports wrapped up in one episode. The NHL Playoffs move on, and this time without the Penguins advancing beyond the first round. We give our thoughts on the disappointing Pens series loss and what we think went wrong. Who are our favorites now that the Penguins are out? The young MLB season is already exciting. We've seen surprising teams emerge and favorites falter. Listen to hear our initial (too early) MLB impressions. Also, Andy has a small Pirates rant and those are always fun, right? We're just getting started in the NBA Playoffs and although it's still early, we are already getting some exciting games. The 76ers are playing tough, OKC is on the ropes, and Golden State has a scare. It's almost time to draft! We're very excited about the upcoming NFL Draft and it shows. The Steelers have 10 picks in this year's draft and we have some thoughts on how they can use those. Plus we give our take on Kyler Murray as the potential top pick and break down the WR and RB classes. Last year, we saw a lot of young players take leaps forward to becoming fantasy football relevant. In this episode, we pick out a few of those stars going into their second and third years and let you know if we think they will see a fall or uptick in stats this season. As always, we end with out one awesome thing in sports. Jimi goes "homer" and talks about something that happened at Penn State over the weekend, while Andy gets inspired by the recent moves in the college football transfer portal.

    Crazy NFL Rules, Fantasy Football Tinder, & NCAA Championship Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2019 92:31


    On this episode, Andy talks about his experience at the NCAA Wrestling Championships, we give our baseball opening day predictions, and Jimi shows Andy how to go on Tinder ... yes, that's real. Chalk is the name of the game in the NCAA tournament this year. Two of four regions have the top four seeds in the Sweet 16 and the other two only had one upset. Andy makes his case for Michigan, and Jimi stays strong with his initial pick. After spending the entire weekend at the NCAA Wrestling Championships, Andy has a lot to say on the experience. What was his favorite moment? Who surprised him the most? What did he think of Pittsburgh as a host city? Hey, guess what? We're finally talking about Bryce Harper. Harper is a Phillie, and that changes the course of the NL East drastically. We also react to Mike Trout's new deal, pick our teams in each division, and Andy's mantra is #ihopeimworng. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are less than two weeks away. While a lot of the teams are set, there is still plenty of jockeying for position when it comes to home ice. We're getting excited about the Penguins and try to predict their first and second round match ups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. One new rule in the NFL has us buzzing, and not in a good way. Now that offensive and defensive pass interference calls can be challenged, we have some opinions. Do you agree? We play Fantasy Football Tinder with potentially forgotten players form last year who left the season early due to injury. Who do we swipe left and right on to have on our teams this season? Our one awesome thing in sports wraps our show. Jimi shares a hilarious hockey antic from the weekend, and Andy tells you about an awesome experience he had with a legend at the NCAA Wrestling tournament.

    Free Agency Frenzy, Matness v Madness, NHL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2019 74:57


    We're here to help you set you brackets, get prepped for the hockey postseason, and give you all of our opinions on the wild NFL free agency. It's March Madness time! We kick off this episode by breaking down the biggest stories in the NCAA as we head towards bracket time. We've already seen Zion Williamson come back, but what other developments could help shape this tournament? What do you know about March MATness? Yep, there's another NCAA tournament happening and it's all going down in Pittsburgh. The NCAA wrestling championships get going next week, and Andy breaks down each weight class. Our favorite time of the year is almost here. The NHL is coming down to its final month of the regular season, and the playoffs are just around the corner. The Penguins are heating up at the right time, the Lightning are still on top, and the Coyotes and Hurricanes are making an unexpected push. The NFL is wild! Trades and free agency deals went wild over the last week. OBJ to the Browns? Lev finally gets his "pay day." And of course, AB is gone from Pittsburgh. We react, give our takes, and again, give you all of our unsolicited opinions on it all. Our show wraps with our One Awesome Thing In Sports and Jimi has a story about perseverance, and Andy takes a homer pick.

    Top Sports Movies, NHL's Wild Trade Deadline, and MORE

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2019 72:11


    We have a fun one on deck for all you listeners including an all-new segment!  Even though the AAF almost folded a week ago, we're still all in. Jimi's "team" the Birmingham Iron are still undefeated, and he tried to convince and to #ForgeOn with him. We also discuss Christian Hackenberg's fall from grace and look at a few more prominent teams.  Next, you get your first taste of our college basketball opinions. It's been a busy week in college basketball with Zion Williamson's injury, upsets, and Gonzaga's emergence as a powerhouse once again. Andy gives you his pretenders and contenders in the top-15, and we talk about the parody you're seeing throughout the nation.  The NHL has the busiest trade deadline in pro sports, and this season was no different. Listen to see how we think each team's trade impacts the playoff race, and where we see the Penguins after acquiring another defenseman.  It's time to draft ... sports movies! We picked a number of our favorite sports movies and drafted them to build our ultimate movie team. Who do you think has the best lineup of sports movies? What's are your favorites?  We close out our fantasy positional recap with a look back at the quarterback position in 2018. Who was the top QB in our league? Who do we think will drop out and rise into the top 10 in 2019?  Our show closes with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has a story about one of the best hockey announcers ever, and Andy shows some respect to a future NBA Hall-of-Famer.

    AAF Recap, Top Fantasy Tight Ends, & Wrestlers Blocking FGs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2019 76:56


    The NFL is done. What could we possibly still be talking about?  A lot.  Obviously, we start with a quick (very quick) recap of the Super Bowl before moving on to way too early predictions for the 2019 NFL season. Who do we have in the Super Bowl next year? Do we think any team will make it back to back years?  Next, it's time for the AAF. After a pretty successful first weekend of spring football, we couldn't be more excited to see where this new league goes. How did we like the new rules? Do we think the NFL can learn anything from this new league?  We haven't talked much hockey, but that's all going to change. Hockey is just about two months away from the start of the playoffs, and the trade deadline is right around the corner. The Penguins can make some moves, but we don't think they are in it for any of the big names we talk about.  Andy gets you revved up for the Daytona 500, including the controversy surrounding three drivers in this year's field. Listen and place your bets on who Andy thinks will take home one of NASCAR's biggest prizes.  Wrestling season is now in full swing, and Penn State is riding high after a huge win over their rival, Ohio State. We break down the match, and Andy gives the lay of the land for wrestling as we start to inch towards the postseason.  The tight end position is up next on our breakdown of fantasy positions. Who ended up in our league's top 10? Who do we see climbing and falling out of the top ten next year?  Finally, we end the show with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi talks about his favorite Super Bowl commercial while Andy's has is a football/wrestling crossover. 

    Super Bowl LIII Preview, AAF Lowdown, and Top Fantasy RBs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2019 69:24


    Although the Super Bowl is the main focus of this episode, we don't let it take over the whole episode.  Last week the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2019 was announced, and it was historic. Mariano Rivera was the first-ever player to be voted in unanimously, Roy Halladay will go in without a logo on his hat and Edgar Martinez finally got the call. We talk about the significance of the unanimous decision and how we think the MLB should handle the steroid era.  We're continuing our trek through the top performers in fantasy football in 2018 with a look back at the top-10 running backs. There were a few surprises once the dust settled at the end of the season, including the top-scoring back in our league.  It's time for the Alliance of American Football to kickoff! Well, almost. Next Sunday a new football league takes the field, and we could not be more excited. Jimi picks his team for the season, and we give you a refresher on some of the new rules.  The last good bit of our time is dominated by Super Bowl talk. We highlight our keys to the game for each team, make our picks, and go through a few fun prop-bets to keep an eye out for during the game. Who do we think ends up as Super Bowl MVP? Does James Develin score a TD? There's only one way to find out.    Finally, we cap off the show in usual fashion with our one awesome thing. Jimi lets his flag fly for one announcer in particular, while Andy tried to figure out a question everyone in the wrestling world has been asking as of late.

    Super Bowl Picks, Top Fantasy WRs, and NCAA Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2019 84:25


    Going For 2: Episode 39 is LIVE!  We're mixing it up and getting off of full football episodes for a while.  Our episode starts with us going through a quick recap of the shocking College Football National Championship, and taking a look at who we think could show up in the National Championship game next year.  Andy gets his time to shine with our first real deep dive into NCAA Wrestling and gives you his takes on all 10 weight classes. Who does he see as the favorites? Who does he think can surprise people in the NCAA Tournament?  As football winds down, our hockey fandom ramps up. The Penguins have been surging as of late, and Jimi has a few ideas on why they have seen so much success in the last few weeks. Plus, we break down some of the top teams in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.  Throughout the offseason, we will be breaking down the top fantasy football producers in each position. We're starting off this journey with a look at the top-10 wide receivers in 2018.  There are only three games left in the NFL season (it's okay to cry), but they could be three of the best games we've seen all year. We make out picks in the AFC and NFC Championship games, and tell you who we think will win the Super Bowl.  We wrap up our show with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi talks about his favorite part about watching the big games, and Andy gives us a little preview of one of his favorite sporting event of the year.   

    Going For 2: Episode 38

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2019 81:24


    We're back, people!  It's our last football-heavy episode for the season, and we know you missed us so this one is packed with all the football opinions you could never ask for.  With the start of a new year, we give our 2019 sports resolutions, and they might surprise you a bit.  The college football bowl season has been a disappointment, but we're here to break down the top games and look forward to the National Championship between Alabama and Clemson.  We also take a look at Trace McSorely's impact on Penn State football, and how the Nittany Lions can replace him next year.  The NFL playoffs are here! Wild Card weekend can be full of surprises, and we make our picks for all four games this weekend. Does Andrew Luck make it through? Can Russel Wilson keep the magic going?  Black Monday came and went in the NFL, and now eight coaches are out of jobs. We give our take on each coaching vacancy and who we think could potentially fill them.  Andy is the first-ever Going For 2 Fantasy Football Champ, and he's going to let you know about it. Somebody help us. We close out the fantasy season with our MVPs, duds, and surprises for the season.  Our show ends in usual fashion with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi highlights an amazing effort by Deandre Hopkins, and Andy found a fun, good-sport story dealing with one of our favorite players. 

    Going For 2: Episode 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2018 71:04


    We're here to give you what you need to prep you for the end of the football season.  The holiday season means college bowl season, and we're excited to watch the unconventional matchups all month long. Check out which non-New Year's Six bowl games we're interested, and see who we pick to win. We couldn't talk about the bowl games without making our picks in the College Football Playoffs. Do we give either Notre Dame or Oklahoma a shot to get to the title game?  We quickly move on to the MLB Winter Meetings to catch you up on the high-profile moves that have been made in the last couple of days. How does Jimi feel about Cutch moving to Philly?  As the NFL winds down, the playoff race starts to take shape. There are a few races we're keeping our eye on in both conferences. The Ravens are making a strong push for the postseason, while the Steelers are starting to slip. How do we see this race for the final Wild Card spot in the AFC playing out?  Plus, Jimi gives a bold take and picks a surprise team to make it all the way to the NFC Championship game.  With not much more going on in fantasy football in the way of making moves, we update you all on how we're doing in our League of Record. Andy and Jimi are both in the playoffs but on opposite sides of the brackets. Jimi faces the boss lady (Sara) and Andy takes on his buddy Manzo.  Finally, we wrap up with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi talks about a basketball relationship he admires while Andy gives some props to an NFL head coach. 

    Going For 2: Episode 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2018 78:33


    We're winding down the football season, and this episode is packed with more football opinions than you can handle. Our episode starts with a look at the College Football Playoff rankings and how this weeken's conference championship games will affect the final rankings. Do we think Ohio State can jump Oklahoma or does an OU win automatically lock up theiir spot? What do we think the committee should do with a potential one-loss Alabama team? The AAF is almost here! Yes, that new football league we talked about a few months ago is getting closer to kickoff. We talk about the first-ever draft picks and the teams were looking forward to watching when the league finally starts. In the NFL, we breakdown teams going in opporite directions. We start with a few teams that had lofty aspirations at the begining of the season, but are now staring down missing the playoffs. Then we discuss the teams who are riding hot streaks and how long we see their winning-streaks continuing. Fantasy football playoffs are right around the corner and it's time to start making the necessary moves to make sure your team is as strong as it can be before the postseason. We have the known handcuffs you need and defensive matchups to look ahead to as we wind down the season. Finally, we wrap it all up with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has a Big 10 football story that spans a rivalry, while Andy takes a hard look at one of the wildest/most awesome football games we've seen in a while.

    Going For 2: Episode 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2018 82:05


    Our episode kicks off with college football. The College Football Rankings are in their third week, and even though this weekend is a bit of a snoozer when it comes to influential matchups, we still thing chaos is about to come. We also look ahead and preview Ohio State and Michigan next week as well as potential conference championship games. We also get our first dose of college wrestling talk as Andy breaks down a few key matchups at the beginning of the season, and the teams to watch out for as the season rolls on.  In the NFL, we're starting to look down the road with a look at contenders and pretenders in each conference. Who do we think is poised to make a run in both the AFC and NFC and who are the pretenders that might be fooling some right now. We wrap up the NFL talk with a game of "How Hot is The Seat" to take a look at which coaches should be on the hot seat into next season. Fantasy Football playoffs are right around the corner but first, it's the trade deadline, and Andy made a significant trade in our podcast league. Listen to see who he got and gave up, and let him know what you think. Plus, we run through a bunch of players we either are buying or selling at the trade deadline. We wrap up the show in usual fashion with our "One Awesome Thing." Jimi's is about a wide receiver who's a good guy, but gets a bad rap, and Andy pays a tribute to one of his favorite race car drivers. 

    Going For 2: Episode 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2018 64:23


    Football is in full swing, and we're back in our element.  Before we get to the pigskin, we need to put a bow on the MLB Postseason. The Boston Redsox were the best team all regular season and continued their dominance throughout the postseason on their way to a title. We talk about their historic run and the special story that is Steve Pearce.  The College Football Playoff rankings came out an hour before the show, and we're here with our first reactions. Listen to see who we agree on and where we differ from the committee. Plus, hear Andy's bold prediction for the Penn State game this weekend.  In the NFL we take a look at the big storylines dominating the league. When do we see the Rams losing their first game? Who do we think the Washington Redskins *really* are? How pivotal is this week's matchup between the Steelers and Ravens?  The trade deadline came and went and, it might have been the most active one we've ever seen. There were a total of five trades throughout the day, and a few have direct fantasy implications. Listen to find out how we think Demaryius Thomas and Golden Tate trades change positional battles.  We're back with our Good, Bad, and Ugly in fantasy. Jimi talks about a "good" that not many people would pick at the beginning of the year, while Andy's bad from a previous week keeps getting worse.  Finally, we wrap up the show with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi's deals with an entire city uniting around each other and sports, and Andy highlights an accomplishment not many have done before. 

    Going For 2: Episode 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2018 72:05


    With the College Football Playoff rankings coming out in just a few weeks, we wanted to preempt the initial rankings with a set of our top-eight teams. Listen to hear who we have in our top spots and why. Do we have Bama at the top? Yes, because ... Bama. How do we differ from the current AP rankings?  The NFL is in continuous flux this season. There are only a few teams leading the pack, but there have been risers and fallers all around the league. Check out to see who we think the risers, fallers, and crappers are around the NFL as we head into week seven.  Andy and Jimi are squaring for the first time in the Going For 2 league, and are only separated by a few points according to projections. Listen to hear how our matchup shapes up.  It's The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly once again in fantasy football. Jimi has a wide receiver that everyone was high on at the start of the season as his "bad," and Andy focuses on a perennial all-star for his.  We close out the show with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi is stuck on hockey, but it's a story you have to hear. Andy uses the voice of Matthew Berry to help us all get through tough fantasy loses. 

    Going For 2: Episode 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2018 76:18


    Andy is back from Alaska and we have a few thoughts to share with you on the first few weeks of football. Sorry, baseball, we promise we'll get to you next time around.  We kick off the show by highlighting the top stories throughout the NFL. Which current 2-0 teams do we believe in? Who do we think is just a fad? Can Fitzmagic keep up his recent tear?  Plus, you'll want to hear our take on the start to the Steelers season and how we think they can fix it going forward.  We move out talk into the fantasy realm with our Good, Bad, and Ugly fantasy football storylines for the first two weeks of the season. Jimi and Andy both have highly-ranked running backs in the bad category. Be sure to also listen for which hot waiver-wire claims we think you can play this week.  College football is in high gear, and with conference play getting into full swing it's time to separate the pretenders from the contenders. Find out which teams currently in the AP top ten will be out in just a couple of week. We also prep you for Penn State's potential top-ten showdown with Ohio State in just a couple of weeks.  Finally, we wrap up with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi goes back to his childhood, and Andy talks about a new world record. 

    Going For 2: Episode 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2018 56:02


    Football. Is. Back. Our show is a little different this time around. Andy is in Alaska so we had to go to the waiver wire for my co-host this week.  Sean Purcell was the man for the job. Sean works for GK Visual and has been a friend for a while, and is one of our league-mates in the Going For 2 fantasy league.  With the first weekend of college football in the books, we take a look back at the surprises and big storylines from the week. Plus we give our good, bad, and ugly takes from the Penn State nail-biter against Appalachian State this weekend, and look ahead to the matchup with Pitt.  Football keeps rolling with the top stories in Fantasy Football. Jerrick McKinnon is out, who will be his replacement in San Francisco? What do you do if you're a LeVeon Bell owner?  Plus, we give our thoughts on the guys we have the most confidence in going into week one.  Our NFL divisional breakdowns end with two of the easier to predict divisions in the NFL in the AFC East and NFC West. Both divisions have top teams that should see an easy path to a home playoff game, but is there someone in the mix that could trip them up?  Finally, we end with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi talks about a cool moment on the tennis court, while Sean throws a little shade. 

    Going For 2: Episode 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2018 81:49


    Football is here! Well, almost, but we're still excited. The baseball talk is going to have to wait another few weeks because we're here to prep you for the start of the NFL and college season. Our NFL divisional breakdown continues as we take a look at the AFC West and the NFC East. Do we believe the Eagles have what it takes to repeat? Who do we like in the wild wild AFC West? We put a bow on our fantasy football positional breakdowns with our talk about defense and special teams. Do we have any strategies? Who are our sleeper defenses this season? We stick with fantasy and help you make sense out of some of the more crowded backfields in the league. Who should you draft in Detriot? Where do we see value at this position? Penn State kicks off their season next week, and we have your PSU football preview right here. Listen to find out who we're looking forward to seeing on the field this season. Jimi gives you "his guy" of the season for the team and Andy gives a player to keep an eye on this season. Our PSU talk rolls right into our breakdown and preview of the Big Ten conference. With 5 teams in the top 15 the Big Ten is poised to be as exciting as ever, and the best in the nation. Find out who we think will take the Big Ten championship at the end of the year. Hint: It's not a homer pick. Finally, we wrap up the show with our "One Awesome Thing In Sports," and Jimi has a Netflix show you need to watch, and Andy's involves the fastest man in the world trying out something new.

    Going For 2: Episode 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2018 78:09


    We've made it a year! We've made it through the summer. We've made it to football season. Congrats to yourself and us.  For our first anniversary show we've got something special for all you "Going For 2ers." The Boss, Sara Bozich, joins us for the first half of the show as we talk fantasy quarterbacks, her personal draft strategies, and get a little in-depth about kickers.  Don't miss her starting off the show with a "hot take" about people who call into fantasy football radio shows.  Last weekend we had our first Going For 2 fantasy draft at Harrisburg Golf Simulator. We have live video from some of our league-mates directly after their draft. Be sure to keep up with our league throughout the season.  We continue our college football talk by moving on to the SEC. Find out who we think will win the Alabama quarterback gig, and listen for our SEC Champs pick.  We're finally starting to dive into the NFL, and we break down two of the most intriguing divisions in the league in the NFC and AFC South.  Finally, we end the show with our one awesome thing in sports.   

    Going For 2: Episode 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2018 74:31


    It's our first football heavy episode since February, but we don't ignore the highlights in baseball, either.  Our episode starts off by talking about the heated races throughout the MLB. We also discuss recent trades, trade rumors, and, of course, Andy gets in his opinions about the Pirates.  Next, we continue our fantasy football position breakdowns with a look at the tight end position. We talk about our tight end strategies and give you a few pointers on how you should go about drafting an often overlooked position. We end it with going through a few of the more interesting tight end situations and give our sleeper picks for this season.  The fantasy football talk doesn't stop there. If you're starting a league or just joining one, you'll want to hear our "Dos and Don'ts" for starting your league.  Our fantasy football talk wraps up with a look into a few of the more popular draft strategies and how they can affect your team this season.  With college football less than a month away we continue our conference feature by looking at the BIG 12. Oklahoma is still the top dog in the conference, but we see a few more teams from the south that could make it interesting this season.   We end the show with our One Awesome Thing in Sports. Jimi has a comeback story you'll want to hear, and Andy talks about restructuring the College Football Playoff.

    Going For 2: Episode 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2018 79:53


    We're back with a whole episode full of all the sports opinions you never asked for, but we give them to you anyway.  We start off with MLB's mid-summer classic, the All-Star Game. We have a few strong opinions about the makeup of the all-star game and what they should do with the Home Run Derby.  Next, we continue to work our way through our fantasy football previews with our breakdown of wide receivers. Listen to see who we like in this upcoming draft, including a few of the players we have big question marks about.  The World Cup is coming to a close. We've kept you guys in the know with our thoughts throughout the tournament, and now you get to hear our picks for the final.  If you live under a rock and haven't heard, Lebron went to the Lakers. We talk about how this changes our thoughts about the NBA as a whole, and we get into a heated debate about the Boogie Cousin move to the Warriors.  After we calm down from a heated NBA debate we start our journey through college football's Power Five Conferences with the PAC 12. Check out who we think will reign supreme out west and why we're excited for PAC 12 after dark to start very soon.  We close out the show as we always do with our One Awesome Thing In Sports. Jimi talks about one of his favorite sports memories, while Andy tells us how car racing was built on cheating. 

    Going For 2: Episode 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2018 73:43


    You may think this is a slow time in the sports world, but we found a way to fill a whole podcast. Surprised?  This episode starts with our first deep dive into baseball, and first up is the National League. Jimi talks about how he's excited about the way the Phillies have been playing, but admits they still have a lot of work to do.  Andy finally gets to give his pitch to Mark Cuban to buy the Pirates after going on a rant for a bit. We wrap up the baseball portion by shedding light on just how great Mike Trout has started out this season.  With training camp on the horizon, we turn on sights on our first round of fantasy football position breakdowns. First up is the running backs, and we break down a host of the top guys and where we would draft them.  We move on to wrestling to share our thoughts on our Final X experience and give you the lay of the land on the U.S.A. World Wrestling team.  The World Cup has been wild. One of the problems with prerecording episodes is that you miss out when something huge happens. List to hear Jimi make a big mistake.  Finally, as always, we wrap it all up with our one awesome thing. Jimi has a great GIF and Andy brings up a historic baseball moment. 

    Going For 2: Episode 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2018 56:41


    Within the last week, we've seen a series of historic moments. To start, we talk about the Washing Capitals and Alex Ovechkin hoisting the Stanley Cup. It was an important moment for hockey, no doubt, and we agree to a certain point. Listen to hear our reaction to the Stanley Cup Final as a whole, plus what we expect from Pittsburgh next year. Next, we saw the Golden State Warriors win the Larry O'Bryant trophy. This showed the this Warriors team is one of the best in NBA history. We take a few shots at Kevin Durant, and then ponder where we think LeBron will end up next season. Do you agree with us? The week of champions was capped off by Justify taking home the second Triple crown in just three years. We discuss Justfy's legacy in sports history, and if we think Triple Crown-winning horses is something we should just come to expect now. Moving on from that, we talk briefly about a new college football rule that Andy has very strong opinions about, while Jimi sees it as a good thing. Before we get into the Xs and Os of World Cup soccer, we react to North America's winning bid to host the World cup in 2026. Then Jimi breaks down his top picks for this year's tournament and gives his winner. Shocker, he goes with the favorite. Finally, we give you our one awesome thing of the week. Jimi's is a video that's been making its rounds, and Andy gives you two for good measure.

    Going For 2: Episode 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2018 64:50


    We're into the finals of both the NBA and NHL now. In the NHL we discuss game one of the Stanley Cup Final and debate what type of play we will see going forward. It's amazing that Las Vegas is where they are, find out if we think they can go all the way. Does Andy get back on a hot streak in predicting series? Well, what do you know, the NBA is the same as the last four years. Listen to hear our take on the Conference Finals and how we see the NBA Finals shaking out. Who do we think will hoist the Larry O'Bryant trophy in a few weeks. Wrestling is back. Andy has a breakdown of the recent Beat The Streets tournament in New York City. Listen to learn more and see how the big names in USA wrestling faired against the world's best. The Belmont Stakes are right around the corner, and we have a chance to see yet another Triple Crown winner in Justify. Make sure you take our picks to the bank. Andy and Jimi differ on their assessment of this upcoming race. Rafa Nadal is back on the clay of Rolland Garros, and Serena Williams is back in her first after having her baby in 2017. Can these two titans of the sport find a way to win it all at the French Open? Find out our thoughts. We get a little political, sorry, but it's a major story in sports. The NFL announced their new policy regarding the protests during the National Anthem. Find out our thoughts, and where we think the NFL could go from here. Finally, we wrap up the show with our one awesome thing. Jimi stays at home with his, while Andy gets a little intellectual.

    Going For 2: Episode 20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2018 68:52


    We're officially going to title this episode #ItsMay.  The show starts off with us lamenting the fact that there is no more Penguins hocket to watch, but we take solace and look back at the last two season to help us through it. Next, we move on to highlight and discuss the two series still happening. Will the Capitals prove they have what it takes, or will they be a bunch of choking dogs yet again?  Sticking with the #ItsMay theme, we overreact and discuss some of the hottest topics in baseball. The Yankees are off to a crazy hot start and look poised to keep pace with their rivals the Red Sox until the bitter end. We then take a look at our teams in the Phillies and Pirates, and Andy doesn't get too hyped-up because, again, #ItsMay. The NBA playoffs have been a snore. We all thought we were heading towards another clash between Lebron and the Warriors, but the Celtics had other ideas. Do we think the Cavs can come back? How do we see the Western Conference Final playing out?  In the last episode, we realized we missed out on talking about "the ponies." We wouldn't make that same mistake twice. Before they talk bets and pole position, be sure to hear Jimi's warning about the infield at the Preakness.  It has not only been a busy few weeks on the field, ice, and court, but it has also been a momentous week off it as well. The Supreme Court struck down a 1992 law that now will allow states to draft their own regulation to allow sports betting. Most people see this as a good thing, do we? How do we think this effects sports going forward?  Finally be sure to stick around to the end to check out our One Awesome Thing in sports this week.

    Going For 2: Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2018 58:51


    We unpack a lot of sports stories in a short amount of time in this episode.  The NFL Draft took center stage in sports world last week, and it takes center stage in the episode. We talk about the Browns blunders, the Giants' bold move, and who we think is the most improved after this year's draft.  Do you agree with us?  For the second episode in a row, we spend a considerable amount of time on the NBA. The Sixers are down, but we don't think they're out. Listen to see who we think will be coming out of the Western and Eastern Conference.  Next, we move on to the NHL. We're still in the midsts of the playoffs, and we're excited about all of the remaining series. As of now, they are all knotted up at two games apiece which means we could see at least a few game sevens. We then break down the Penguins and Capitals series, and everything that has happened in just four short games, including Tom Wilson's hit and suspension.  Finally, we end with our one awesome thing. You won't want to miss what we found to highlight this week. 

    Going For 2: Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2018 52:49


    This is the Harrisburg Beer Week edition. No, we aren't talking beer. There are other places for that. But since it's such a crazy time for us this episode is a little light, but you're still going to get our takes on the hottest sports topics.  As the draft quickly approaches we take one final look at the top of the draft board. We discuss who will go where, which quarterbacks we like, and where we think Saquan Barkley will end up.  Listen to see who we have as locks of this incoming draft class, and which rookies we think can stand out in fantasy this year.  Next up, the NBA. Yes, we finally talk about The Association. The NBA playoffs are just getting underway, but we think it's shaping up to be one of the most exciting. Do we think LeBron will be representing the East year again this year? Who do we like to come out of the Western Conference? We then shift our focus to the MLB and two of the major stories in baseball right now in Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton. Plus, find out what think about the Mets, Red Sox, and Pirates hot starts. Be sure to turn your volume down when we get to the Pirates portion.  As they say in hockey, let's do that hockey. We love the playoffs and we've had a pretty exciting first round so far. It's been full of upsets, high scoring, and several overtime games. We can't wait for you to hear our thoughts on it all.  Finally, we wrap up the show with our one awesome thing we've seen in sports. No teases this week, you need to listen to find out. 

    Going For 2: Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2018 66:37


    You want sports opinions? We've got sports opinions. We kick off our show by breaking down the thrilling NCAA Women's Basketball Championship game and make our predictions on the Men's game right before it tips off. Were we right? Next, we move on to the NFL and discuss the two new huge rules changes. Find out what we think of the new "catch rule." We quickly touch on the NFL draft but you can expect a more in-depth look at that in the next episode. We give you a quick update on the Alliance of American Football, including their innovative rules to help make the game safe, and in our opinion more exciting. Baseball is back, and we finally dive into America's Pastime. We start off by listing the top teams in both the NL and AL and their chances of getting to the World Series. Plus, you finally get to hear what Andy thinks of the Pirates this season. The NHL Playoffs are just around the corner, so it's time we take a look ahead to the potential first round matchups, and where the Penguins could fall in the standings. Don't worry, you'll hear a lot more from us on this topic in the coming weeks. Masters weekend is upon us, and it could be one of the best in recent memory. With names like Tiger, Rory, Phil, Justin, and Dustin in the mix, we think this tournament has the makings of an exciting finish. Who is our favorite to wear the green jacket? Finally, we wrap up with our one awesome thing in sports. Jimi has a story about an unlikely goaltender, while Andy details an NFL star's comeback story.

    Going For 2 Episode 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2018 57:01


    It's a crazy time in sports, and we attempt to give you all of our opinions on the current sports landscape. We start with what might be the craziest start to an NCAA Tournament we've ever seen and discuss our picks on who we think will end up cutting down the nets in a few weeks. Next up is NCAA Wrestling. Again, this tournament was extremely entertaining, and we saw Penn State hoist another national championship after a thrilling finals round. Be sure to see what Andy has to say about the state of college wrestling going forward. Hockey, anyone? Of course with the NHL Playoffs just weeks away, we had to take some time to examine the NHL standings. It's a close race in the Eastern Conference for the last few spots, and the Penguins are still in the hunt for a Metro Division title. We've got a new segment! Tiger Woods is on the rise and we ask the question, is Tiger back? We briefly debate this topic, but both agree that Tiger moves the needle more than any other individual athlete in sports. Since we're football junkies there was no way we were going to go an episode without talking about the NFL. The free agency period started off with a bang. We saw so many players moving and getting large contracts on an unprecedented level. Listen to see who we think won the early offseason so far. Finally, as is a tradition on the show, we wrap up this episode with the one awesome thing we've seen in sports. Andy talks about an awesome documentary, while Jimi makes the case for a new spring football league. 

    Going For 2 Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2018 61:33


    Who knew so much could happen in just two weeks? It's a good thing we're back to break down everything that is happening in the world of sports just for you. The Olympics ended, and we saw the U.S.A. take home two huge medals in curling and women's hockey. Is Amanda Kessel the best Kessel? Staying on the ice, we discuss the NHL trade deadline's implication in the Eastern Conference. The three top teams got a whole lot strong. Find out which ones we think are the scariest in the conference. Penn State dominated at the NFL combine with Saquon Barkley looking like the best player in the field, and surprise performances from both DeSean Hamilton and Mike Gesicki. We have a few thoughts on this quarterback class and talk about whether we think Lamar Jackson is a viable NFL starter. The NCAA Tournament is right around the corner, but before we talk brackets and cinderellas, we touch on the allegations facing Sean Miller at Arizona. Andy still has New Mexico State as his sleeper, will they wear the glass slipper this year? You know we love talking college wrestling, and this episode will get you prepped for what's to come in the postseason, or "March MATness" as Andy calls it. Now that the NFL has changed the rules for what a catch is, again, we bring up some of our hated rules and discuss what alternatives we would like to see in place of these broken rules. A tradition for our podcast recently has been to leave you with one awesome thing we've seen in sports. We both pick stories from the combine but go in different directions.

    Going For 2: Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2018 61:14


    We have another packed episode for you guys this week. As the Olympics come to a close, we take a look at our favorite moments so far and discuss our thoughts on the Winter Games as a whole. Okay, yes, football is done, but we couldn't go through this episode without talking about the draft and combine. Find out what we expect to see at the NFL Combine, and who we think should be the number one pick in the draft in April. Austin Dillon won the Daytona 500, but Andy wasn't too far off with his predictions. Listen to see who he was backing during the Great American Race. Next, we finally get to some basketball talk. Andy lets everyone know why it isn't a sport, but we move on to layout some early favorites and sleepers in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Do we think Penn State is a tournament team? The last few weeks in college wrestling have been huge. There have been significant upsets and wild dual meets. We break down how these affect the landscape of college wrestling heading into postseason tournaments. The NHL trade deadline is coming up on Monday, and the Penguins are always big players. Find out who we think the Penguins could realistically target to bolster their lineup for another run at The Cup. We end the show with our new favorite segment, the best thing we've seen in sports. Andy reads NFL Valentine's Day cards and tells you about the Red Stripe saving Jamaica's Olympics, while Jimi plays homer with a story about Penn State's THON.

    Going For 2: Episode 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2018 52:03


    We start out in the most logical place with a full recap of the Philadelphia Eagles win over the Evil Empire in Super Bowl 52. We then put a wrap on the NFL season by covering some of the big news from the league. Where do we think Kirk Cousins will end up next season?  College football recruiting is pretty much done, and we take a look at the top classes from 2018. Listen to see who we think were the biggest winners in this class.  We move onto hockey briefly and talk about Marc-Andre Fleury's return to Pittsburgh for the first time. Spoiler alert: We both got a little choked up.  Andy was at the "Wrestling Match of the Millenium" between Penn State and Ohio State over the weekend and he takes you through the match weight by weight and how he saw the match play out. How much faith did he have in Penn State after they got behind?  Next, Jimi details Harrisburg University's new varsity Esports program. He recently sat down with the organizers for a post and found a new respect for the game.  Want to bet on the Daytona 500? Andy's got you covered with everything from favorites to sleepers. If you lose money, blame him.  Finally, we end the show with the best thing we've seen in sports this week. Jimi talks about Randy Moss getting into the Hall of Fame, while Andy has a crazy fan story from the Super Bowl. 

    Going For 2: Episode 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2018 55:19


    We cover it all in this episode, and Andy finally gets to talk about his frustration with the Pirates. Get ready. Now that the Steelers are out of the playoffs we take a look back on the Divisional loss to the Jaguars and explain how frustrated we were with the playcalling. Sticking with the Steelers the discussion shifts to what the Steelers should do in the offseason, including who we would draft in the first round. Next, Andy finally gets on his soapbox to tell you all how he's feeling about the Pirates. We also get a little preview of his annual letter to Mark Cuban. We then step away from professional sports for a bit and talk about the upcoming Winter Olympics. Find out how much Jimi loves curling and what "weird" Olympic sports Jimi wants to see make their return to the Winter Games. The show closes out with out break down of the upcoming Super Bowl including our picks on who we think will take home the Lombardi Trophy.

    Going For 2: Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2018 66:41


    Going For 2: Episode 11 is LIVE! We start with college football and discuss the crazy game we witnessed in the National Championship between Alabama and Georgia. Jimi thinks it was one of the best games in a while, but Andy doesn't necessarily agree. Next, we look at the bowl season as a whole and how these final games could carry over to 2018. Who are the teams to watch next out for next year?  After closing the book on this college football season, we move on to our hockey talk. It looks like the Penguins are starting to figure out how to win games again, and that spells bad news for the rest of the league. Listen to see what we think will happen with the Penguins after their league-mandated bye week. We wrap up our hockey portion with a brief discussion about the NHL staying out of the Winter Olympics. With the NFL playoffs in full swing, we take a lot of time to break down Wild Card weekend and look ahead to the four games in the Divisional Round. We rattle off our game picks, and Jimi tries to make the case for how Tennessee could pull an upset in Foxboro this weekend. Finally, now that 2017 is in the rearview, we share our favorite sports moments from the past year. What was your top sporting moment of 2017?

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