The Eric Jr. Podcast

For one last time (excluding some caveats) the entire crew get together to say goodbye to the Eric Jr Podcast! After over 150 episodes of all the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies talk you could ask for, (with some Flyers and Union thrown in) we have decided to hang up the microphones, but not before we complete one final Eagles and NFL preview to kick off what promises to be an extremely exciting season. After the guys make their predictions, they ponder whether the Phillies can finally avoid the dreaded September collapse, and Chris gets his wish to squeeze in 120 seconds on why the Union are the best team in Philadelpha sports!   Thank you, if you made it this far, we had a tremendous time making these throughout the years and hope the championships start pouring in right away.

On tonight's MONSTER pod, the guys begin by reacting to the Joel Embiid injury and his possible return for the Miami Heat series. Then, they preview the 76ers' Round 2 matchup, including the possible center rotations, x-factors, and expectations for James Harden & Tyrese Maxey. In the second half, the conversation focuses on the Eagles 2022 Draft Haul and Howie Roseman's seismic draft night trade for AJ Brown.  Finally, a lukewarm check-in with the Phillies leaves both cohosts uninspired. 

The 76ers are on the verge of finishing off the Toronto Raptors. We break down the team's performance, including Joel's Game-Winner, Tyrese Maxey's contributions, James Harden's steadying presence and Tobias Harris seemingly putting it all together. In the second half, we dive into the NFL Draft and what the Eagles might do with picks #15 & #18. 

The Sixers are playing the Raptors in the first round of the 2022 NBA playoffs, and we've got you covered! We talk starting lineup configurations and bench play viability before introducing and analyzing the James Harden "Step-Back Three Corollary," Tyrese Maxey rising to the occasion and Joel Embiid at the peak of his powers with a chip on his shoulder. Finally, we close by sizing up the Raptors' roster and making series predictions. 

On tonight's pod, we start off by gauging the Sixers temperature as we round out the regular season. After that, we get straight jubilant talking about the 2022 Phillies season and discuss storylines involving rookies, pitching and win total (Plus Jake's Phillies bets!) Finally, we close by basking in the recent Eagles trade and exploring what it may mean for the 2022 Draft. 

The Sixers have 11 games left(!) We discuss the past three games and talk all things James Harden, Shake Milton & Furkan Korkmaz. Next, we check in on the Eagles free agent moves (or lack thereof) before closing with some Phillies optimism. 

Joel Embiid and James Harden have been unleashed, and the NBA will never be the same. We breakdown how the two free throw-drawing savants are going to function in tandem, before talking about DeAndre Jordan and rotational decisions. Next, we dissect the spectrum of possibility regarding Tobias Harris' upcoming role. Finally, we close with a quick spat about Russell Wilson and a verbal berating of the MLB. 

The 76ers acquired James Harden. We react to the feeling of finally landing a superstar to pair with Joel Embiid, before showering praise on Daryl Morey for having the longest view in the room. Friend of the Pod Damen joins in the second half to talk about James Harden'f fit with Joel Embiid and the viability of the Sixers supporting cast. 

We get down in the mud and address all-things James Harden after a Friday night Shams Charania report changes the complexion of the NBA trade deadline. We talk big-picture thoughts on arriving at this moment, why the Nets are now listening to offers, the significance of Harden's declining #s and what a potential trade package could look like. 

On today's pod, we react to an incredibly entertaining weekend of NFL football and give our predictions about the final four teams. In the second half, we talk James Harden and the  murky implications of not trading Ben Simmons at the deadline before closing with an all-time rant about MLB's 2022 HOF class. 

On the 150th installment of The Eric Jr. Podcast, we begin by reflecting on the 2021 Eagles season and their disappointing playoff dud against Tampa Bay. Next, we go through Joel Embiid's numbers and vamp about his viable path to the MVP award before closing with some trade talk about #25. 

On tonight's pod, we examine the Eagles likely approaching going into their playoff bout with the Bucs before discussing today's news about a supposed Tobias Harris and Ben SImmons "Package Deal" possibly being floated by the Sixers.   

We are back! new year, same podcast. We celebrate the Eagles clinching the playoffs and discuss the improvements of Jalen Hurts and Nick Siriani. Plus, what to do with the Dallas game and the potential playoff opponents. We also take a second to acknowledge the greatness of Joel Embiid as his dynamic performances have lifted the sixers over the last month. Any sixers discussion wouldn't be complete without the obligatory Tobias Harris conversation, and we round out the first pod of 2022 with some fun prompts. 

We take a moment to appreciate Joel Embiid's greatness before diving deep into the never-ending Ben Simmons saga. Then, we talk some Birds and their bounce-back win over the Jets before pivoting to a depressing conversation about The Flyers. Phinally, Chris gives an optimistic spin on the Union's loss and their (hypothetically) bright future. 

The Eagles come up with two "Statement" wins, putting them in prime position for Playoff Contention. We talk about Nick Sirriani and Jonathan Gannon's growth as play-callers, Jalen Hurts' upcoming QB1 tryout for the final six weeks, and standout performances from the past two games. In the second half, we get into D'aron Fox's hypothetical fit with the 76ers, and why this Flyers team might actually be different this year. 

The shorthanded 76ers stall out, our Eagles growing pains reach an inflection point, and The Flyers ask for our respect and attention. We break down the sensational play of some Sixers role players, the Jalen Hurts conundrum, and why the Phillies are now dead to us. 

We answer some random questions around sports! Featuring: Should the Sixers trade Tobias Harris? Is Jaylen Brown worth more than Ben Simmons in a Damian Lillard trade? Will the Eagles make the playoffs and how should you support a team when you don't believe in the coach, the QB, or the GM? Find out this week on the EJP!

The Eagles lose in familiar fashion, leading to a "taking stock" segment about coaches, coordinators, quarterbacks, and trade deadline hypotheticals. Then, we break down the first 3 games of the Sixers season, including Furkan Korkmaz's deft ball-handling ability, Joel Embiid's defensive responsibility, and Georges Niang's shooting prowess. 

30 minutes of Ben Simmons rambling is followed by some dejected Jalen Hurts talk and some luke-warm Flyers takes. 

Are the Sixers ready to "run-it-back" with their former #1 overall pick? How many different ways could this go? Were Sixers security guards properly prepared for such an event at last night's preseason game?! We get into all that and more in the opening of tonight's pod. Then, we pivot to the Eagles' improbable win vs the Panthers before breaking down the upcoming matchup against the reigning champs. 

The Eagles put up 30 points in a game in which both teams did not punt. We discuss our impressions of the young coaching staff 4 games in, Jalen Hurts' bounce-back performance, and early-season bright spots. Then, we eulogize the Phillies "Winning" season, including award predictions and pontificating on what the future may hold. Finally, we fire off some 76ers takes and introduce three (!) new improbable Ben Simmons trade destinations in the now-famous "ABS" segment.  

Eagles. Cowboys. Shall we say more? We briefly eulogize the week 2 loss to the 49ers before getting into the x-factors going into week 3 against Dallas. Finally, we vamp about the Phillies playoff push and end the pod by suggesting some wacky Ben Simmons trade destinations. 

After a lengthy hiatus following the collapse of the Philly Sports landscape, the EJP is back with another episode detailing the Eagles' trilling win over the falcons which included statement games from Jalen Hurts and new coach Nick Sirianni as well as a welcome return of the dominance in the trenches that left Atlanta with little to work with. As well as a 2-minute recap of the Ben Simmons impasse and the likely scenarios that would end it.   Thanks for sticking with us and were glad to be back!

We are back, and so are the Sixers earning a crucial win after dropping Game 1. Embiid continued his dominant play with a 40 piece has Tobias and Curry each played well but it was Shake Milton in the 3rd quarter that broke the game wide open with a surprising 14 pts in 15 min. Doc Rivers made the key adjustment of sticking Ben Simmons on Trae Young and fiddled with the bench unit until he found something that worked. We also touch on the other series in the East as Brooklyn has blown the doors off of Milwaukee in the first two games and we discuss why the West feels so bland (hint- it is a severe lack of Lebron James).

The SIxers capture the opening win in their series against the Wizards, thanks to some timely buckets from Tobias Harris and the expected excellence of Joel Embiid. The game also featured some mockery from Brad Beal and the game to divide all Sixers fans from Simmons. In the action around the NBA, the Mavs and Suns steal game one against the LA teams, and Trae Young has a moment has playoff basketball returns to New York. And finally what Shohei Ohtani is doing defys logic and we try to pick Jake a WNBA team to support.

After a week of hang wringing and a couple of disheartening losses the Sixers finally clinch the long-coveted 1 seed. We talk about the implications of that and the Heat falling to the 6th seed. Then we wax about what could and should and might happen in the playoffs after this truly magical and unique NBA season!

The guys are joined by special guest and friend of the Pod, Damen Clegg, as they break down the NFL draft, including the DeVonta Smith trade and pick then the Eagles stacking the Offensive and Defensive lines. Then the Nets and Bucks battle with the Sixers being the ultimate winner as they retake 1st place in the East.

The Sixers cap a disastrous week by going 0-4, getting swept by Milwaukee, leaving their quest for the 1 seed in murky waters. As various injuries and illnesses keep the Sixers from ever fielding a complete team, the decision to play Joel Embiid for both nights of a back-to-back is coming under fire as he missed Saturday's game with a shoulder problem, their final 12 games represent an opportunity to rack up the wins and rest starters against tanking teams; their margin for error has nearly evaporated. Also, the Eagle prepare for the NFL draft, coming in with the 12th pick and a full arsenal of picks in later rounds. The team must nail this draft to jumpstart the franchise which has taken a hit the last few years.

Ray rejoins the pod to only discuss his future hiatus. With that in mind, the guys discuss the Sixers holding on against Brooklyn, Embiid's revived chances at MVP, the Phillies struggles, and some great times on the Eric Jr. Pod. 

This week on the EJP, the Phillies stay hot with a series win over the Mets, the Sixers sweep the season series with the Celtics after another dominant Embiid performance as a markee matchup with the Brooklyn Nets looms. And finally, as the NFL draft approaches, we ask what will the Eagles do with the 12th pick.

The Phillies grab an extra-innings win in their opener, as the guys talk about the expectations around the team. Plus the Sixers road trip comes to end as Embiid's return to action is around the corner. Doc River's coaching is assessed and as the Sixers prepare for a three-way race for the coveted 1 seed. Jake gives his thoughts on the Eagles trade-down and of course the Daryl Morey tweet of the week!

The guys discuss the shocking trade down by the Eagles to move from 6th to 12th. In addition, Sixers acquired veteran guard George Hill at the trade deadline. 

The guys discuss the Sixers brutal game against Milwaukee. They also touch on trade deadline stuff and March Madness. The Flyers get decimated by the Rangers. And we do our questions and Darryl Morey Tweet of the Week. 

The guys discuss what feels like the calm before an NBA trade storm. Cream educates us on NBA Top Shot, which is hot in the streets. And cream also gets swindled into unknowingly doing a fantasy baseball team. 

As the Sixers look to head into the allstar break in 1st place the guys talk about the things that helped them get there and what could prevent them from finishing the season there. They touch on the Nets as a threat and look at some potential trade targets including Kyle Lowey. Finally we get a Flyers update as they try to right the ship post covid outbreak!

The guys discuss where we stand a week after the Carson Wentz trade. We also discuss the nightmare matchup that is the Raptors. We go over the rumblings of Kyle Lowry interest. In addition, we debut a new segment where we read off a Daryl Morey Tweet of the Week. 

We remain in a holding pattern on the Carson Wentz trade front. In addition, the guys discuss a poor road performance this past week for the Sixers. And Jake's Questions are back by popular demand. 

The guys exclusively discuss all things surrounding this weeks Super Bowl  matchup in a special 2nd episode of the week. 

The guys discuss Adam Schefters revealing interview on Philly Sports Talk Radio this morning regarding Carson Wentz. We also get into the Sixers increased regular season consistency. Lastly, the Phillies continue to madden us with their bargain shopping on pitchers. 

The guys get into the details around the Eagles coaching highers over the past week. We also discuss the huge win against Lakers that almost slipped away. In addition, the Phillies have closed the deal on a JT Realmuto Extension. 

The guys discuss who seem to be the most serious contenders of the Eagles wide ranging interviews over the past week. The guys also discuss NFL Conference Championship weekend. We also talked about all of the different rumors swirling about the Sixers negotiations for Harden. Then wrap things up with some talk about the Flyers fast start.  

The guys discuss the shocking news today that Doug Pederson was let go by the Philadelphia Eagles. We gave our thoughts and some alternative coaching prospects moving forward. The guys also touched on the Sixers issues this past weekend with the Covid Protocols in the NBA. 

The guys discuss the Eagles "tanking" controversy from Sunday Night Football. We also hash out all of the big offseason issues regarding the front office and Wentz vs. Hurts. The Sixers make us eat crow with their recent win streak. We also give our Super Bowl predictions. 

The guys give the shows, movies, pods, and music that helped us get through 2020. In addition, we briefly touch on some of the dire straights the Eagles and Sixers have found themselves in recently. 

The New look Sixers looked suspiciously like the old Sixers in their season opener, having to get bailed out by Joel Embiid and Shake Milton. We talk about the bench lineup that performed well lead by Milton and Tyrese Maxey, and the starting one that didn't which was ailed by Danny Green and Tobias Harris's poor shooting. We also touch on Jalen Hurts 2nd impressive start in as many weeks and what that means for Carson Wentz and the Eagles moving forward. 

Big episode as we break down Jalen Hurts encouraging debut in the Eagles' win over the Saints. We also touch on the Sixers' first preseason game, how the guys look after a short training camp, the first look at the new guys, and Doc's rotation. Plus Giannis signing the Supermac to stay in Milwaukee, and what that means fo the rest of the NBA and the Sixers' pursuit of James Harden. 

The guys discuss the colossal shift of Carson Wentz officially being benched. We then discuss Woj putting out the 76ers as a preferred destination for James Harden. 

The Eagles organization has revealed massive flaws this season. It's time to to analyze where changes have to be made. We also give our thoughts on the Westbrook/John Wall Trade. Then we get into some of the Clippers turmoil surrounding Doc Rivers final season. 

The guys discuss the Sixers moves over the past week including the Dwight Howard signing. They also discuss some of the interesting moves from around the league. In addition, they are forced to talk about the free falling Eagles who continue to look worse as the season progresses. 

The guys react to the bombshell day where the Sixers make trades involving Al Horford and Josh Richardson. In addition, instant reactions to the draft and other big moves around the NBA. 

The guys discuss the big story lines heading into NBA draft week. We also discuss our favorite players and Sixers targets. We then delve into the Eagles coming off of their bye week to take on the Giants. We also discuss where some of the top teams sit at the NFL midway point.