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Outside the Lines' reporters investigate the biggest trends and topics from around the world of sports.

ESPN, Bob Ley


    • Dec 20, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 196 EPISODES


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    What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 21:47


    Ryan Smith, Jeremy Schaap, Clinton Yates and Jason Reid break down James Wiseman leaving Memphis, Tim Coughlin's firing and all of the other big stories of the week.

    Moving On

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2019 22:28


    Victor Cruz discusses Tom Coughlin's firing in Jacksonville. Plus, what went wrong in Cleveland and a look back at the Raiders' fan base after their last home game.

    Gerrit Cole Introduced

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 22:36


    Jason Reid discusses the year of the black QB after the NFL Pro Bowl rosters are released. Plus, Gerrit Cole is introduced by the Yankees.

    End Result

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 21:35


    Dan Graziano gives the latest updates on the Patriots, the Jaguars and Josh Gordon. Plus, Jimmy O'Brien joins the show to discuss the Astros' cheating scandal.

    Friday Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2019 22:44


    The Friday Four discuss the Patriots' taping of the Bengals sideline. Plus, huge deals in baseball, NFL players accused of fraud, heroes, villains and more.

    NFL Fraud Investigation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 21:57


    Former NFL players have been charged with defrauding the league's healthcare benefit program. Plus, changes to come on MLB's drug policy and extended netting at all stadiums next year.

    Record Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 21:27


    Jeff Passan breaks down Gerrit Cole's record deal, Dan Graziano gives the latest updates on the Patriots situation and Sherman Hamilton discusses Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto.

    Tale of The Tape

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 21:11


    Dan Graziano discusses the latest in the Patriots incident, Jeff Passan gives updates from the MLB Winter Meetings, and Greg Wyshynski and Daniel Carcillo talk hockey culture.

    Dysfunction

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 21:35


    Ryan Smith, Jason Reid, Clinton Yates and Emily Kaplan discuss the dysfunction in Dallas, allegations of abuse in the NHL and other top stories of the week.

    Challenging

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 22:32


    Don Van Natta weighs in on Jason Garrett's status in Dallas. Plus, problems with the NBA's coach's challenge and a look at the Damian Lillard Cover Story.

    Houston, We Have A Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 22:32


    The Rockets are upset after a James Harden dunk was called no good in a 2OT loss to the Spurs. Plus, Mina Kimes on Luka Doncic's dominant performance this NBA season.

    Struggles Continue

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 21:16


    Jeff Borzello gives the latest updates on the Georgetown men's basketball players who have been accused of harassment and burglary. Plus, Dan Graziano discusses Josh Shaw.

    Ravens' Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 23:30


    Ian O'Connor breaks down Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' success. Plus, are NCAA trainers being pressured by coaches to clear players before they're ready to play?

    Hilinski's Hope: One Family's Football Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 21:20


    University of South Carolina quarterback Ryan Hilinski has been one of college football's biggest surprises this season. But as Ryan sees success, the family continues to mourn the loss of the older brother, Tyler -- also a college quarterback, for Washington State -- who died by suicide in 2018. ESPN's Jen Lada shares her extensive interviews with the Hilinskis for E:60, documenting the family's tough decisions about football, and their path to hope.

    Making Rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 22:37


    The Friday Four discuss Myles Garrett's suspension and Colin Kaepernick's NFL workout. Plus, the NCAA's handling of James Wiseman, spitting in hockey and more.

    New Allegations On Mason Rudolph

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 22:38


    Adam Schefter details allegations that Mason Rudolph used a racial slur ahead of the incident with Myles Garrett. Plus, the latest on James Wiseman's situation at Memphis.

    Garrett's Appeal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 21:24


    Dianna Russini and Jake Trotter give the latest updates on Myles Garrett's appeal. Plus, Jeff Passan breaks down the Astros sign-stealing investigation.

    New Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 21:21


    How does Tua's injury affect the movement to pay college athletes? Paul Finebaum joins to discuss. Plus, Mary Cain talks about her experience with the Nike Oregon Project.

    Steelers-Browns Brawl

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 21:26


    Ryan Smith, Jason Reid, Field Yates, and Anita Marks discuss the Steelers-Browns brawl, James Wiseman and the NCAA, and Colin Kaepernick's workout on Saturday.

    Wiseman Lawsuit Dropped

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 22:28


    James Wiseman is ruled ineligible after dropping his lawsuit and will not play. Plus, the latest on Astros sign stealing allegations and Antonio Brown.

    Stealing Signs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 22:34


    Jeff Passan has the latest on sign stealing allegations against the Astros. Plus, Colin Kaepernick will work out for NFL teams this weekend.

    What Is Eligible?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 22:30


    Jay Bilas discusses James Wiseman's eligibility status. Plus, more drama in the Knicks' organization and the NFL's problem with officiating continues.

    Friday Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 22:12


    The Friday Four discuss NBA load management and the rumors surrounding the Chargers' future in LA. Plus, another state legalizes gambling, bad officiating and more.

    Collusion Concerns

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2019 22:51


    Jeff Passan breaks down potential MLB collusion concerns. Rod Graves discusses NFL minority hiring. Plus, the head coach of the Paradise football team.

    Charged Up?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 20:44


    Vincent Bonsignore and Gilbert Manzano discuss the Chargers' long-term viability in LA. Plus, Scott Kaplan talks about the economic implications of NBA players resting.

    We Are Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 22:31


    Dan Wetzel discusses the corruption scandal hanging over college basketball as the season tips off. Plus, Bomani Jones on Willie Taggart's firing and more Browns drama?

    Change Is Coming

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 21:22


    Ryan Smith, Clinton Yates, Michele Steele and Emily Kaplan discuss the World Series, the NCAA's decision and other top stories of the week.

    Nats' First Title

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 21:34


    Brian Windhorst discusses Steph Curry's injury and potential suspensions following last night's fight. Plus, Jesse Dougherty and Richard Justice break down the World Series.

    The Ripple Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 23:29


    Senator Mitt Romney and Jay Bilas discuss the NCAA's decision and how it impacts legislation efforts. Plus, Jason Reid talks about the year of the black quarterback.

    Here Comes Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 21:01


    Dan Murphy joins us from Atlanta where the NCAA Board Of Governors are meeting. Plus, Adam Kilgore talks about the future of umpiring in the wake of missed calls in Game 5.

    Heroes And Villains

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 22:35


    Ryan Smith, Doug Glanville, Doug Kezirian and Don Van Natta Jr. are the Friday Four. They talk Astros clubhouse controversy, a huge matchup in LA, heroes, villains and more.

    Clubhouse Controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 22:31


    Jeff Passan has the latest on the clubhouse controversy surrounding the Houston Astros. Plus, the Warriors open their new arena, the Chase Center in San Francisco.

    Astros Fallout

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 22:30


    The latest fallout from the Astros clubhouse incident. Plus, Nancy Armour on domestic violence in sports. And Taylor Twellman on U.S. soccer star Christian Pulisic.

    The Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 22:49


    Sports Illustrated's Stephanie Apstein details her report on the locker room incident involving an Astros executive and female reporters. Plus, the NBA season tips off.

    Friday Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 21:42


    In this week's Friday Four, Ryan Smith, Jeremy Schaap, Jason Reid and Nicole Briscoe discuss Zion's injury, Adam Silver's most recent comments on China and all of the biggest stories of the week.

    Moving Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2019 22:31


    Max Kellerman reacts to the death of boxer Patrick Day. Plus, Paul Finebaum on Jalen Hurts' journey to Oklahoma and WNBA champ Elena Delle Donne joins the show.

    NFL Owners Meetings & DeAndre Hopkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 22:31


    Dan Graziano has the latest from NFL owners meetings. Plus, Mina Kimes previews her Cover Story piece on DeAndre Hopkins and his mother.

    XFL Draft Day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 22:31


    Dan Wolken weighs in on LeBron's comments on the NBA-China situation. Oliver Luck talks XFL Draft day 1. Plus, Baxter Holmes on NBA sleep deprivation.

    Playing Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 22:46


    The Friday Four discuss the latest on the NBA-China rift. Plus, highs and lows in Washington pro sports, the sons of two stars make their media day debut, and more.

    The Cost For Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 22:28


    Dave McMenamin has the latest from the Lakers-Nets matchup in China. Plus, Maya Moore on why she decided to leave the WNBA for social justice advocacy.

    The Fame

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 21:30


    Dave McMenamin speaks to OTL from China, Sam Alipour breaks down what an A's move to Las Vegas would mean for Oakland and we discuss how marketable Zion Williamson really is.

    NBA Dealings In China

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2019 22:37


    Chris Mannix discusses the fallout from the Daryl Morey tweet and the NBA's relationship with China. Plus, Dan Graziano on the NFL's biggest storylines.

    Sitting Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 21:25


    Ryan Smith, Tisha Thompson, Doug Kezirian and Doug Glanville discuss Vontaze Burfict's suspension, the Fair Pay to Play Act and other top stories of the week.

    State Of The League

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 22:31


    WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert joins the show to discuss the state of the league. Plus, Ryan Howard reacts to Mickey Callaway's firing.

    Sitting Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 22:31


    Teammates speak out in support of Vontaze Burfict and Jack Del Rio shares his thoughts on the Raiders. Plus, E:60 takes a look at Alex Ovechkin's career.

    Fair Pay To Play Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2019 21:01


    Dan Graziano gives the latest updates on Antonio Brown and Vontaze Burfict and Ed O'Bannon discusses the Fair Pay to Play Act.

    Wanting Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 22:36


    Ryan Smith, Nicole Briscoe, Don Van Natta and Jeremy Schaap are the Friday Four. They talk NFL trade demands and holdouts, juiced baseballs, an emotional homecoming and more.

    Welcome Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 21:25


    Josina Anderson gives the latest updates on Melvin Gordon and Jalen Ramsey. Plus, the lawyer of one of Antonio Brown's accusers speaks to OTL.

    Wendell Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 21:39


    Former football player Wendell Brown, who spent the last three years in a prison in China, returned home today. Plus, the latest on Jalen Ramsey with Jack Del Rio.

    Kansas' NCAA Violations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 22:33


    A look at Dan Snyder's tenure as Washington's owner. Plus, Kansas receives notice of NCAA violations, and the red flags the NFL could be missing with domestic violence.

    We Interrupt This Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 32:51


    Ivan Maisel tells the story of two college football teams who found themselves marooned on Oahu on December 7, 1941, the day the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.

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