The Ben Maller Show

Ben Maller talks about the Chiefs trading cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams and if this counts as a "blockbuster" trade, where McDuffie ranks among the league's elite defensive backs, Aaron Rodgers getting swarmed by paparazzi, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about how he will remember the life of Lou Holtz as the legendary coach passed away on Wednesday, the one thing Holtz did to stamp his legacy in college football, Mississippi wanting to give NIL tax breaks to college athletes, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller discusses if Tua Tagovailoa would fix the Jets or if the Jets would break him, the A's making a statement that they'd be open to Kyler Murray's return, Tom Brady's longtime confidant Alex Guerrero causing trust issues within the Raiders organization, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Patriots' narrative that Stefon Diggs was released for salary cap reasons, who is on the prowl for Diggs in free agency, if Myles Garrett's nine speeding tickets are a problem for the Browns to solve, Fact or Fiction, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about the Kansas City Chiefs trading CB Trent McDuffie to the Rams, the passing of former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz, Maller to the Third Degree, another edition of #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Indianapolis Colts placing the rarely used "transition tag" on Daniel Jones, the latest with WR Alec Pierce, whispers that the Vikings are going to make an offer to Jones, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Cardinals planning to release Kyler Murray and Murray saying that he "failed" the team, the forecast for Murray going forward, which direction RB Kenneth Walker is headed as he goes to the auctioning block, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about NBC's throwback NBA broadcast being a smash hit, Lakers coach JJ Redick saying he's good with Luka and they have a great relationship, Jurickson Profar getting a 162-game suspension for a 2nd failed PED test, Too Much or Not Enough, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Trey Hendrickson's goodbye note to Cincinnati as the Bengals decide to not use the franchise tag on him, where Hendrickson is heading next, Breece Hall, George Pickens, and Kyle Pitts all getting the tag from their respective teams, Password: Word Game of the Stars, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Daniel Jones getting the "transition tag" from the Colts, Kyler Murray getting released by the Arizona Cardinals, Maller to the Third Degree, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, Password: Word Game of the Stars, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Chiefs wanting a "full commitment" from Travis Kelce if he does return, the Vikings being interested in Geno Smith, who got the best of the David Montgomery trade as the RB was sent from the Lions to the Texans, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about LeBron Jams on the Warriors would look like, Lakers coach JJ Redick and Luka Doncic being during a game, the St. Louis Cardinals adding an "All-You-Can-Eat" section at Busch Stadium, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Raiders wanting to get a "Micah Parsons type package" for Maxx Crosby, which team would be the best match for Crosby, the report that Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth is "unavailable" on the trading block, Maller's Mountain of Money: Method Man Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Eagles being "uncertain" about getting rid of A.J. Brown, reports that the Colts are considering giving Daniel Jones the franchise tag, the 49ers struggling to find a trade partner for Mac Jones, Cite the Bite, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about the Chiefs wanting a "full commitment" from Travis Kelce if he comes back in 2026, what LeBron James would look like on the Warriors, Maller to the Third Degree, Maller's Mountain of Money: Method Man Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller discusses why Tom Brady should be willing to trade the #1 pick which should be Fernando Mendoza to the Jets if they want to give up multiple first-round picks. He then discusses why the Bills' interest in signing free agent WR's Romeo Doubs and Rashid Shaheed isn't the answer. Those aren't big enough names to help Josh Allen. Ben then debates whether the Vikings will move on from the JJ McCarthy era already after just two seasons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyler Murray is one of the biggest busts of all time, how George Pickens can get out of Dallas + Maller to the Third Degree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller gives his thoughts about Derek Carr attempting to return to the NFL after retiring last season and how he's generating limited interest. He then discusses which player makes a bigger impact Starling Marte or Alex Verdugo, and how big of a deal is star players sitting out in spring training games. Insta Advice Line follows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks the Dallas Cowboys franchise tagging George Pickens for just over $27M. Ben gives his answer on how Pickens can get out of Dallas and lists all the stpes he has to complete to do so. Ben then discusses the NFL Scouting Combine and why the NFL has gone Hollywood. The NFL Draft is a mystery box, and you don't know what you get when you open it regardless of what happens at the Combine. Ben then discusses how AI has taken over scouting as its being implemented into a lot of draft evaluations + Maller to the Third DegreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Kyler Murray being one of the biggest busts of all time. He didn't win a single playoff game as a former #1 overall pick. He also discusses Geno Smith's horrendous 2025 season and why David Montgomery wants to be traded or released and what that says about the Lions? Then Ben answers calls and discusses what the best muffins are in the world. He ends the first segment asking a question: Who is the youngest Quarterback in the history of the NFL to win a Super Bowl and go 15-0 in his first 15 starts? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller & Danny G. have Mail Bag fun for your Sunday! All questions sent in by new listeners & P1's of the #MallerMilitia! Download, subscribe, and remember that sharing is caring (unless it's an STD.) Follow Danny G. @DannyGradio and Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and listen to the original terrestrial radio edition of "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on Fox Sports Radio, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT!...Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" #BenMaller #FSRWeekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller (produced by Danny G.) has a fun Saturday podcast for you! Ben talks: Pancakes, the Birds: Suburban Edition, Airborne Pajama Party, & more! ...Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com ... Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX ... Danny is on Twitter @DannyGRadio and on Instagram @DannyGRadio #BenMaller #FSRWeekendsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Team USA Men's Hockey defeating Canada to win gold in the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, the possibility of Cade Cunningham winning MVP by default, Maller's Mountain of Money: Drew Barrymore Edition, Too Much or Not Enough, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller (produced by Danny G.) has a great Friday for you! Ben talks: State of the Maller Union, & by popular demand, Foodie Fun! ...Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/grpodcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 #BenMallerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Pittsburgh Steelers ranking dead last in NFLPA report cards, if there is a correlation between NFL player amenities and results on the field, the legal options the owners have to fight the NFLPA on this report card fiasco, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about how this Tarik Skubal contract drama will play out in Detroit, what Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton is looking to accomplish by announcing he's unable to open a bag of chips, MLB-fueled complaints that the game is broken, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller discusses the sales pitch for Colts QB Anthony Richardson on the flea market, Bills GM Brandon Beane clarifying that the decision to fire Sean McDermott was the owner's alone, an NBA scout slamming Lakers C Deandre Ayton, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Jets coach Aaron Glenn falling asleep at the Scouting Combine, what the trade market looks like for Bears WR D.J. Moore, Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker being in demand, Coop's Scoop on Entertainment, Sports Jeopardy, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about the Steelers getting the worst grades on the NFLPA player survey report cards, the latest on the Tarik Skubal contract drama with the Detroit Tigers, Maller to the Third Degree, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about reports that Malik Willis would get a $30 million a year deal in NFL free agency, Tua Tagovailoa and Kyler Murray being candidates to be backup QBs for the Packers, Cubs OF Pete Crow-Armstrong doubling down on Dodgers fans, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Kyler Murray wanting to be released rather than traded from the Cardinals, which team Derek Carr should want to play for in 2026, Andy Dalton trade rumors coming out of Carolina, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Angels pitcher Alex Manoah taking credit for the Blue Jays World Series appearance, C.C. Sabathia getting his number retired by the Yankees and if he is worthy, the Paul Skenes tie-in between the Olympics and the WBC, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the latest wrinkle with A.J. Brown and the Patriots, if the new Ravens coaching staff will be able to convince Lamar Jackson to show up for OTAs, if Brandon Aubrey is worth a gigantic payday from the Cowboys, Fact or Fiction, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about reports that Malik Willis will fetch a $30 million per year contract in free agency, Kyler Murray wanting to be laid off rather than traded from the Cardinals, Maller to the Third Degree, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the odds that Mike Evans leaves the Bucs in free agency, Patriots GM Eliot Wolf giving a forecast for Stefon Diggs in New England, the future for Trent Williams with the 49ers, Password: Word Game of the Stars, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about the Raiders GM John Spytek saying he expects Maxx Crosby to stay in Vegas, the Texans GM saying it would be "moronic" to trade C.J. Stroud, Maller to the Third Degree, Too Much or Not Enough, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Raiders GM John Spytek saying he expects Maxx Crosby to stay with Vegas, the Browns GM giving an update on the status of QB Shedeur Sanders, Rob Pelinka sticking around as GM of the Lakers, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Texans GM Nick Caserio saying it would be "moronic" for the Texans to trade QB C.J. Stroud, Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort saying "all options on are the table" with Kyler Murray, the Bengals message on Trey Hendrickson, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about which NFL teams will be kicking the tires on Kirk Cousins after he's officially fired by the Falcons, if there is a deeper meaning to Kevin Stefanski not declaring Michael Penix Jr the starter, Too Much or Not Enough, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Pistons star Cade Cunningham being a leading candidate for MVP simply by staying healthy, if the Warriors will be haunted by this Kristaps Porzingis trade, if Kansas star Darryn Peterson will be downgraded in the NBA draft because of missed games, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about the Falcons placing the franchise tag on TE Kyle Pitts and if he has done enough to earn that, if the Colts are making the right decision in bringing back Daniel Jones, Maller to the Third Degree, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Juan Soto being on the prowl to replace Shohei Ohtani as NL MVP, Darryl Strawberry saying that Pete Alonso will regret leaving the Mets for the Orioles, Kyle Tucker not being bothered by criticism of his record-setting Dodgers contract, Maller's Mountain of Money: Drew Barrymore Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about chatter that George Pickens will be offended by the franchise tag, who the Cowboys should be shopping their draft picks for, the Packers cracking down on the resale market, Cite the Bite, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Cade Cunningham being in line to become league MVP simply because he meets the eligibility requirements, Kyle Pitts getting the franchise tag from the Atlanta Falcons, Maller to the Third Degree, Maller's Mountain of Money: Drew Barrymore Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Team USA defeating Team Canada to earn the gold medal in Men's Hockey, who benefits from the "golden goal" more Jack Hughes or the NHL, Nathan MacKinnon implying that the better team lost to the lesser team, and much more surrounding the Winter Olympics!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.