The Fade Route with D and Z

In part one of a two-part interview, author and boxing trainer Mark Connor discusses his life outside the ring in his book, It's About Time. Plus, D and Z project the Yankees' offseason plan, the Eagles' lackluster performance against the Giants, the next NFL head coach to be fired and more!—————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #interview #author #boxing

In part two of a two part interview, SBRnet President Neil Schwartz joins the In Route to discuss the influence of AI on data collection and analysis and the new trends in sports data.—————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #data #interview

D and Z make their top selections for fantasy football starts and sits for NFL Week 6.—————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball #fantasy

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 6Sign up for free today and play along with us:https://picks.cbssports.com/football/pickem/pools/kbxw63b2geztqmryg44dq===?pool-join-key=mlmatcy9kjj5t4tz6036frsc28lbbt4w&ftag=CBS-24-10adc4cThe Option 2025—————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #nflpicks #footballpicks

In part one of a two part interview, SBRnet President Neil Schwartz joins the In Route to discuss the influence of data on sports. Plus, D and Z analyze the Joe Flacco trade, break down the MLB Division Series, discuss the Mark Sanchez saga, and more! —————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z make their top selections for fantasy football starts and sits for NFL Week 5.—————————————————————Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!New episode drops:Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #SaturdayRed Light, Green Light - #SundayWebsite: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00ShgHit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com#sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball #fantasy

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 5 Sign up for free today and play along with us: https://picks.cbssports.com/football/pickem/pools/kbxw63b2geztqmryg44dq===?pool-join-key=mlmatcy9kjj5t4tz6036frsc28lbbt4w&ftag=CBS-24-10adc4c The Option 2025 ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #nflpicks #footballpicks

D and Z dive deep into the recent collapse of the Mets,  evaluate Jaxson Dart's performance in leading the Giants to victory, and debate who will win MLB awards races, particularly the MVP and Cy Young. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z make their picks for the top fantasy football starts and sits for NFL Week 4. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball #fantasy

D and Z make their picks for the top fantasy football starts and sits for NFL Week 3. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball #fantasy

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 4. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #nflpicks #footballpicks

D and Z discuss Brian Daboll's job security in New York, the Ravens' downfall, Justin Herbert's viability as NFL MVP, and more! ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 3. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #nflpicks #footballpicks

Leon Martinez joins the In Route to discuss Carmelo Anthony's legacy and New York City high school basketball.  Plus, D and Z break down the impact of Joe Burrow's latest injury, the best of the winless teams in the NFL, the Mets' playoff chances, and more!    ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z give you their top fantasy starts and sits for NFL Week 2. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 2 Sign up for free today and play along with us: https://picks.cbssports.com/football/pickem/pools/kbxw63b2geztqmryg44dq===?pool-join-key=mlmatcy9kjj5t4tz6036frsc28lbbt4w&ftag=CBS-24-10adc4c The Option 2025 ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z delve into the controversial spitting incident involving Jalen Carter, the thrilling performances and unexpected challenges faced by NFL teams during Week 1, the New York Mets' current pitching woes, and more! ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

D and Z give you their top fantasy starts and sits for NFL Week 1. ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba #fantasyfootball

D and Z make their picks for NFL Week 1 Sign up for free today and play along with us: https://picks.cbssports.com/football/pickem/pools/kbxw63b2geztqmryg44dq===?pool-join-key=mlmatcy9kjj5t4tz6036frsc28lbbt4w&ftag=CBS-24-10adc4c The Option 2025 ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

Danny Butler joins D and Z on the In Route to preview the New York Giants and review the Yankees!  Plus, D and Z break down the Micah Parsons trade, make their way too early Big Game picks, grade Bill Belichick's very bad debut at UNC, and more! ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba

The Chiefs may face challenges this season due to aging players and a lack of depth.  The AFC West is shaping up to be competitive, but who will win?  D and Z make their picks for the 2025 season! ————————————————————— Join D and Z, two veteran sports aficionados and lifelong friends, as they dissect the week's top stories with wit and a touch of New York flair. Subscribe today and never miss an episode! New episode drops: Fade Route - #Wednesday Order Up/The Option - #Saturday Red Light, Green Light - #Sunday Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-fade-route-with-d-and-z/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadJrroCzNzmCkojX5FjMa0r6-17sFD180OJuV7gJuCTQ48A3NS66t9fGDXw0A_aem_Z9cVJ0YHRQ2BOk7oI00Shg Hit us up with questions, comments, picks, and segment suggestions. Email: faderoutemail@gmail.com #sports #podcast #faderoutedandz #football #basketball #baseball #hockey #soccer #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #futbol #mls #ncaa #fyp #wnba   

D and Z discuss the continued quarterback chaos in Cleveland, the implications of fantasy football on personal fandom, the Phillies' pitching woes without Zack Wheeler, and more!

The Seahawks added Sam Darnold and Cooper Kupp in the offseason, but will that be enough to hold the Rams at bay?  Will the Cardinals make any progress on their youth and potential?  Can the 49ers solve their injury woes and remain contenders?  D and Z answer these questions and more as the make their 2025 picks for the NFC West.

In the season five finale, D and Z unveil their expansion and realignment plans for MLB, discuss the Jets' player-led practice, preview college football Week 0, and more!

The Titans took Cam Ward with the number one overall pick in the NFL draft, but does he have what it takes to bring them out of last place?  Can Trevor Lawrence deliver on his potential and deliver the Jaguars into the playoffs?  Do the Colts have their quarterback situation figured out with Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones?  Or will this be another division win for Houston?  D and Z answer these questions as they make their picks for the AFC South in the 2025 NFL season. 

D and Z discuss Shedeur Sanders' impressive NFL Preseason debut, the potential impact of the Jon Gruden case on the NFL, UFC's landmark deal with Paramount, and more!

Can the Panthers escape the cellar?  Will the Saints march to the top of the division?  Can Michael Penix Jr. and Falcons take the next step and topple the Bucs?  D and Z make their picks for one of the most unpredictable divisions in all of sports, the NFC South.

D and Z discuss the latest and most important holdouts in NFL training camp, the latest entrant in the Cleveland Browns' quarterback contest, the winners and losers of the MLB trade deadline, and more! 

How will the new (and improved?) Steelers gel?  Do the Bengals have enough defense to be contenders?  Are the Browns in store for a lost season?  D and Z make their picks for the AFC North.  

D and Z reflect on the complex legacy of Hulk Hogan, preview the MLB Trade Deadline, discuss the fallout from the Christian Wilkins release, and more!

In part 2 of our interview, Westchester SC Majority Owner Mitch Baruchowitz joins D and Z to discuss the ups and downs of an expansion franchise, the team's performance this season, and the potential impact of promotion and relegation in US soccer.

Can the Lions survive losing both coordinators and contend in the NFC North?  Will JJ McCarthy pick up where Sam Darnold left off for the Vikings?  Will the Bears be improved with a better offensive line and new Head Coach (and former Lions OC) Ben Johnson?  D and Z make their picks for the NFC North.

D and Z welcome Mitch Baruchowitz, the majority owner of USL League One's Westchester SC to the In Route to discuss his vision for the club, the challenges and triumphs of building a soccer team from scratch, and the importance of community engagement.  Plus, D and Z tackle the WNBA t-shirt controversy, Shane Gillis' performance at the Espys, the swing-off in the MLB All Star Game, and more.

Can the Dolphins hold it together one more year and stay competitive in the AFC East?  Have the Jets and Patriots made enough improvements to move up the ranks?  Will D and Z underestimate the Bills again?  D and Z make their picks for the AFC East.        

Summary In this episode, D and Z discuss recent sports news, including the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game controversies. They critique the event formats and player participation, delve into the implications of player contracts, and reflect on the legacy of Ndamukong Suh. The conversation also touches on the NBA Summer League and the comparison between the Dunk Contest and Home Run Derby. They conclude with a discussion on Chris Carter's legacy and the upcoming NFL season preview.  

The NFC East could see three playoff teams this year.  But can anyone challenge the Eagles and take the top spot?  D and Z make their picks for the NFC East for the 2025 season.

D and Z discuss the MLB All Star snubs, project the Knicks' season after hiring Mike Brown, grade the Yankees and Braves' seasons, and more!

D and Z rank the greatest number 10's in sports history.  

D and Z discuss the latest NBA offseason moves, focusing on team dynamics, trades, and the confusion surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks and the future of Zion Williamson. They reflect on past NBA draft picks that didn't meet expectations and the importance of drafting well in both the NBA and NFL. The conversation shifts to LeBron James's potential future moves, the Pittsburgh Steelers' recent trades, and the struggles of the New York Mets.   

In part 2 of our interview, comedian, media personality, and die hard Yankee fan John Franklin joins D and Z to discuss his sporting event bucket list, his recent experience at Fanatics Fest, what the Yankees should do at the trade deadline, and more!

D and Z rank the best athletes to ever wear number 9.

In part 1 of our interview, comedian, media personality, and Yankee fan John Franklin joins the In Route to discuss his journey in comedy.  Plus, D and Z break down the Tyrese Halliburton injury, the plethora of NBA trades, the Mets' continued struggles, and more!

In part two of our interview, BaldAVguy George Chacko joins the In Route to discuss the Mets season, their recent slump, and trade deadline targets.

D and Z rank the greatest athletes to ever wear number 8

BaldAV Guy George Chacko joins the In Route to break down the Knicks' continued coaching search and potential trade targets for the Mets.  D and Z discuss Connor McDavid's legacy after losing to the Panthers again, the Yankees and Mets' recent struggles, and more!

This has been the toughest list to make so far, but who will it be?  D and Z rank their top five athletes to ever wear number 7.

D and Z discuss the low ratings of the NBA Finals, the Knicks' short list of coaching candidates, what the Steelers can expect with Aaron Rodgers, and more!

In part two of our two-part interview, Jess from the Wakin' Up with CJ and Jess Show on The Wolf joins the In Route to discuss the Yankees' World Series rematch in LA and more!

Who was the best of the best to wear number 6?  D and Z rank their top 5's of all time.

In part one of a two-part interview, Jess from the Wakin' Up with CJ and Jess Show on The Wolf joins the In Route to discuss the end of the Knicks' season and how they can improve next year.  Plus, D and Z discuss Tom Thibodeau's firing, analyze the NBA Finals, preview the Stanley Cup, and more!

So many fantastic athletes have worn number 5.  But who is the best?  D and Z rank their top five athletes to ever wear number 5.