The Impact with Ian Evans is a podcast dedicated to covering all things professional and college football and basketball. This podcast touches on subjects related to sports topics, news, and updates within the realm of the NFL, NBA, NCCAB, and NCAAF. This
After a 4-month hiatus. Evans returns to discuss the Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trades, teams that need to make a desperate playoff push after All-Star Weekend, and finally, predict All-Star Weekend winners in each event with Will Greggs.
David Wood rejoins the podcast to discuss his Justin Jefferson trade, his predictions in our fantasy league for Week 5, and gives his early MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year Predictions
Connor Savage and Nolan Dooley-Homish of the Bragging Rights League join the podcast to trash talk league members, give predictions, discuss the Justin Jefferson trade (within the fantasy league), and why Connor believes he won't finish last. Later, the trio previews Week 4 of the NFL season with upset potential picks.
Evan Zervas of the Bragging Rights League joins the show to discuss Week 3 fantasy matchups, surprises throughout the league, who will score the least amount of points, and which players have prime matchups.Â
Mac Robinson joins The Impact to recap Week 2 and preview Week 3 of the 2022 NFL Season, including which teams have shocked and disappointed us so far with their starts. Later, Mac chooses potential teams poised for an upset and gets put on the spot in a new game titled "This Or That".
Welcome to the Bragging Rights League. Tony Mulherin joins the show in the first league episode to discuss which teams in the league will win or lose their Week 2 matchups, as well as respond to choice words from another member of the league. From predicting who will score the least amount of points to recapping Week 1 of the NFL season, this episode is loaded with fantasy outlook and football talk all around.
In this near two-hour episode, Braden Wagle returns to the show to discuss the 2022-2023 NFL season as a whole. From plenty of hot takes to discrepancies regarding division standings, Evans and Wagle give their takes on everything from Week 1 to the Super Bowl.
Matthew Weckesser joins the podcast for a fantasy football preview episode. The two discuss which guys are due for a regression, players that could have breakout seasons, and rookies to have on your radar. And finally, a game of start, bench, cut, involving 3 high-level wide receivers.
Celtics superfan and YouTuber @Dom_2K joins the show to discuss and react to the 2022 NBA Finals, the Kyrie and KD situations in Brooklyn, and what free agents will end up staying and leaving. For the Final Insight, the two share their thoughts on Roe v. Wade being overturned.
Aaron Evans joins the show to discuss his favorite anime, the Carolina Panthers' issues, beach trips, and more in a new podcast segment titled Family Matters.
Brooks Warren and Ryan Leshko return to revisit the 2nd round of the NBA Playoffs and give their predictions for the conference finals matchups. Later on, Ian and Brooks settle their bet in a hilarious fashion. Finally, the boys discuss Patrick Beverley's comments on Chris Paul and address the Buffalo shooting as well.
Lucas Wilson and Peter Burtnett join once again to discuss the 2022 NFL Draft including sleepers, their dream scenarios for their respective teams, and which teams could potentially trade up for a QB.
SLAM Magazine's Brooks Warren and The Hoop Talk Pod host Jalon Dixon return to give their thoughts on the first round of the NBA Playoffs as well as their predictions for the playoffs as a whole. Brooks and Ian make an interesting bet on the potential Celtics/Bucks series.Â
Maddy Hudak of ESPNRadioNOLA and TheSaintsWire joins the show to discuss the current state of the New Orleans Saints and the NFC South as a whole. From some way-too-early predictions for the upcoming year, offseason grades, and draft targets. Evans and Hudak delve into the intricacies of each team in the division.
New guest and Browns super fan Tony Mulherin joins the show to discuss the Deshaun Watson situation and how Browns fans are feeling, Baker Mayfield, and their outlook for the 2022-2023 season.Â
The Impact's NCAA correspondent David Wood returns to discuss the most dangerous sleeper teams as well as which underdog has a shot at the Elite 8. Later the duo dive into the juggernauts, including which number 1 seed is the most vulnerable. And lastly, Evans and Wood give their Final Four and National Championship predictions.
Will Greggs of Bleacher Report and BR Betting, joins the show to discuss the Lakers struggles, the Nets outlook after the blockbuster trade, and
Brooks Warren and Ryan Leshko return to the show to discuss the NBA All-Star Weekend events as well as give some predictions for the rest of the NBA season. Later the trio discusses JJ Reddick's comments on Zion Williamson as well as the impact Chris Paul's injury has on the Suns. And for the Final insight, Evans expresses his anger over a rising narrative.
Peter Burtnett and Lucas Wilson join the show to discuss their Super Bowl predictions, X-factors, and keys to the game for both the Bengals and Rams. For the Final Insight, Evans speaks on Brian Flores and the lack of black coaches in the NFL.
In a solo episode, Ian Evans apologizes to the Georgia Bulldogs for winning the College Football National Championship while expressing his frustrations and confusions toward the Indianapolis Colts. Lastly, in the Final Insight, Evans gives his advice on certain individuals you should try and avoid.
Season 4 kicks off with Ian Evans and Gabe Ganser giving their College National Championship predictions as well as their opinions on who should win a few prestigious awards in the NFL. later they discuss NFL playoff scenarios and give their hot takes on the final week of the NFL season. Lastly, Evans gives his opinion on the Antonio Brown situation.
Brooks Warren, Jalon Dixon, and Ryan Leshko return to discuss who the current MVP of the NBA is and which teams have surprised or disappointed them so far this season. Later, the four discuss the implications regarding the icnreasing number of COVID-19 outbreak. And finally, Evans goes on a rant regaring former Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer.
Evans, Burtnett, and Wilson discuss that Patriots and Ravens games, which current playoff teams are on the verge of losing their spot, and give predictions on Week 14 of the NFL season. Later, Evans discusses why Cincinnati deserves to be in College Football Playoff.
Covering topics such as being pro-black, compassion and love for each other, and sharing insights on being a black man in America, Josh House joins the show to discuss his book Mahogany: Reflections of a Young Black Man. For the Final Insight, the two share their thoughts on Kyle Rittenhouse being acquitted.
Special guest, and Unsportsmanlike Conduct co-host Gabb Goudy, joins the show to discuss Odell Beckham Jr., the Cleveland Browns, being a woman in sports, and the matchup between the Patriots and Browns in Week 10.Â
Ian Evans brings on new guest Jake Scott to discuss the Odell Beckham Jr. and his issues with the Browns, the implications for the Titans and Saints who have suffered major injuries, and give their takes for Week 9 of the NFL season. Lastly, Evans speaks the Henry Ruggs Jr. situation.
After a month-long hiatus, Evans and returning guest Peter Burtnett to discuss NFL MVP favorites, the Cowboys, which preseason prediction picks we regret and give our takes for Week 8. Lastly, Evans calls out the struggling Kansas City Chiefs.
Gabe Ganser returns to the show to recap Week 1 of the NFL season discussing teams who were disappointing or impressed in their first outings of the season. Later, the duo discusses if some statements from Week 1s outcomes are overreactions or not. And finally, they both give their Week 2 picks and predictions as well as why Justin Fields should not start in Chicago for the time being.
Peter Burtnett and Lucas Wilson return to the show as the trio discuss their picks to win each division in the AFC and NFC, which teams are dark horses this season. Later, they discuss which their playoffs scenarios and ultimately which team will win Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles.
Sports reporter and host Aliyah Funschelle joins the show to discuss what its like being a woman in sports, her experiences with FC Bayern and the OKC Thunder, and what men can do to advocate for women. Evans and Funschelle also discuss her favorite players she has met, her inspirations and motivations that guide her, and her hopes for women in sports in the future.
Jalon Dixon, Ryan Leshko, and Brooks Warren return to discuss the winners and losers of the 2021 NBA Draft as well as giving draft grades to some specific teams. The four also discuss the implications of the Russell Westbrook trade and if he can be a good fit in LA. And finally for the FInal Impact, an important discussion on Simone Biles and her decision to withdraw from the Olympics.
Brandon Heath rejoins the show to discuss the backlash three England soccer players have received, Stephen A. Smith's comments on Shohei Ohtani, and recap the NBA Finals. In the Final Insight, Evans owes Giannis an apology while harping on his greatness at only 26 years old.
Evans brings back returning guests Brooks Warren, Jalon Dixon, and Ryan Leshko. After Ryan's apology to the Hawks, the four discuss the Rachel Nichols situation as well as the implications and takeaways surrounding it. From allyship and support to integrity and diversity, this episode tackles a lot of themes.
New guest Chas Brown joins the podcast to preview the 2021 NBA Finals highlighting the x-factors for this game and the major challenges for both Phoenix and Milwaukee. The two also discuss if Chris Paul or Giannis Antetokounmpo has the most pressure on their shoulders to win The Finals. Lastly, the two give their prediction on who ultimately be crowned the 2021 NBA Finals champions.
Returning guests Peter Burtnett and Lucas Wilson discuss the implications of Julio Jones being traded to the Tennessee Titans and if they are the favorite to win the AFC South. Later, the trio discusses which current running back is the best in the NFL and which top free agents are surprisingly still unsigned. And lastly, which children's television channel was the best in their prime: Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, or Disney Channel?
Ian Evans, Jalon Dixon, and Ryan Leshko recap Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs while giving their predictions and analysis for Round 2. Who are the X-factors in each 2nd round series? Which series will be the most exciting to watch?
The trio is back together after a long hiatus! In an NBA Playoffs preview episode, Evans, Warren, Dixon, and Leshko discuss which first-round series of the NBA Playoffs will be the most exciting to watch, which team has the most pressure to make the NBA Finals and finally give their predictions for each series.
The 2021 NFL Draft will take place on April 29th. Ian Evans brings on Braden Wagle and Jakob Rosati to analyze the draft with a stacked draft class. From Justin Fields stock dropping to Mac Jones and Trey Lance, quarterbacks are widely discussed. The trio also discusses which teams need to trade up as well as breaking down team needs for some. Lastly, they discuss Aaron Rodgers wanting out of Green Bay and the implications this has on draft night.
Ian Evans and Brooks Warren discuss the implications behind Jamal Murray's ACL injury for the Nuggets and if Stephen Curry is a true MVP candidate after his sensational performances as of late. To end the episode, the two share their thoughts on a far too similar issue: the death of another unarmed African-American, Daunte Wright.
In a solo episode, Evans recaps the March Madness tournament as a whole, discussing his favorites moments and recapping the National Championship game. Later, he gives his opinions on the NBA Playoff push, who his Coach of the Year Candidate is, and who should be the MVP if the NBA season ended today.
In this episode, Ian Evans, Brooks Warren, Jalon Dixon, and Ryan Leshko discuss their winners and losers of the NBA Trade Deadline and give some specific teams grades based on the moves they made. For the Final Insight, Evans gives his insight and opinion on the Deshaun Watson situation.
In this episode, Evans brings back Lucas Wilson and Peter Burtnett to discuss the best moves from NFL free agency as well as which teams need to get more aggressive. The trio also has a lengthy discussion regarding March Madness, giving their Cinderella picks, which No. 1 seed has a tough path, and who eventually will win it all! Lastly, Evans responds to the deadly shooting that took place in Atlanta. #StopAsianHate
Evans invites returning guests Gabe Ganser to discuss which NBA teams need to pick it up after All-Star Weekend as well as those who have surprised us thus far. Lastly, the three give their predictions for the Dunk Contest, Skills Challenge, 3-Point Contest, and if Team LeBron or Team Durant wins the All-Star Game.
This episode is dedicated to Mike Brown and the Brown family. Rest In Peace Mike Brown. You will be missed dearly. The Super Bowl 55 Preview is finally here! Returning guests Lucas Wilson and Peter Burtnett return to discuss the legacies of Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, as well as the implications this game has for the both of them. The trio also discusses who the X-factor for both teams is in this game, each team's weaknesses, and ultimately give their predictions for the big game.
On an all-NBA episode, Evans brings in new guest Ryan Leshko along with Brooks Warren and Jalon Dixon, to discuss why Bradley Beal needs to leave the Wizards immediately. The quad also discusses who their MVP candidate is, which team is under the most pressure to knock off LeBron and the Lakers, and which teams are overrated and underrated thus far in the NBA season.
Evans gives his preview and predictions for the AFC and NFC Championship games as well as explaining why the Rooney Rule is inefficient in regards to hire minority head coaches. Lastly, Evans pays his respects to baseball legend and activist Hank Aaron who passed away on January 22, 2021.
In a solo episode, Evans gives his Wild Card Predictions with some surprising twists and takes. He also explains how the Eagles threw the game against the Washington Football Team. Later, he explains why the Philadelphia 76ers are for real, and if BOTH Washington and Houston lost the Russell Westbrook/John Wall trade. And lastly, Evans discusses the storming of the Capitol building on January 6th, 2021.
On an NBA preview episode, Evans brings back returning guests Brooks Warren and Jalon Dixon to discuss their sleepers teams for the NBA season as well as if the Warriors can make the playoffs without Klay Thompson. The three also discuss if James Harden will remain a Houston Rocket as well as which if the Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant experiment will work in Brooklyn. And for the "Final Insight", Evans switches gears to discuss JuJu Smith-Schuster's dancing on team logos routine for Tik Tok.
Evans brings in new guest Scott Mangan in an all-NFL episode to discuss which teams in the NFC and AFC will be the first to miss the playoffs. They later discuss which teams from both conferences will have the most pressure once the playoffs begin. Later, they discuss who should win the NFL MVP award Aaron Rodgers or Patrick Mahomes? And finally, they give their locks, upsets, and hot takes for Week 15 of the NFL regular season.
In a solo episode, Evans gives his prediction for which NFL teams will make the playoffs in a tight battle in both the AFC and NFC conferences. He also gives his Week 13 Pick Em's for Sunday and Monday's games. Later on, he shifts the focus to the NBA, discussing the John Wall-Russell Westbrook trade, and why the Lakers will win the 2020-201 NBA Finals.