Podcast appearances and mentions of Cooper Kupp

92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Intuit TurboTax. It's Super Bowl week, so Julian Edelman and Cooper Kupp are here to help us break down the big game.But first, Jason shares his thoughts on the Eagles new Offensive Coordinator Sean Mannion, Travis gives us a preview of the Waste Management Open, we pitch a new idea for a Chiefs 30 for 30, and let you know how to get Big Game ready over at www.kelceclubhouse.comNext, Julian Edelman makes his return to the program. He tells us why he's confident in the Patriots, why Super Bowl week is a marathon, his favorite Coach Vrabel stories, and what it was like when he played in his first Super Bowl. Later, Cooper Kupp joins us to talk about making his second appearance in the Super Bowl, what it's been like playing for a new team, why his thankful for the NFL script writers, why he's high on Sam Darnold, and he shares how to brew the best cup of coffee. Finally, we hand out some stamps of the week. Will it go to the boxer who get his hair punched off, a lacrosse player getting jacked up, our new favorite offensive lineman Gennings Dunker, or the all bald staff of the Tennessee Titans. We've also got a bonus guest for you guys, Sam Salvo the young Eagles fan who went viral for telling players to pack their bags and coaches to flip burgers is here to share his thoughts on the Eagles offense. Check out all of our new merch big game essentials at https://amzlink.to/az0JVda6JMjOrWatch and listen to new episodes of New Heights every Wednesday during the NFL season and follow us on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshowYou can also listen to new episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. ...Download the full podcast here:Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMbApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynwSend something to the New Heights Mailbox. Don't be weird though. C/O New Heights Productions135 E OLIVE AVE, BURBANK, CA 91502Support the show: INTUIT TURBOTAX: Intuit TurboTax: Learn more at https://turbotax.intuit.com/?cid=bn_wk_12REESE'S: Grab REESE'S OREO® Cups today, found wherever candy is soldABODE ACROBAT: Adobe Acrobat transforms your documents into shareable, AI-powered PDF Spaces with access to easy content creation and trusted PDF tools that help you take any project from idea to done. Do that with Acrobat.XFINITY: Cheer on Team USA and keep the same internet price through the next Olympic Winter Games with the Xfinity 5 Year Price Guarantee. One price. 5 years. Guaranteed. Get it now at https://www.xfinity.com/teamusa Restrictions apply. Select plans only.PEPSI ZERO SUGAR: Let your taste decide! Visit https://www.pepsi.com/where-to-buy to find Pepsi Zero Sugar near you. ALLSTATE: Check Allstate first for a quote that could save you hundreds: https://allstate.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Could Josh McDaniels be an NFL head coach again? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes look at that possibility as well as other coaching news across the league. Plus, the guys at Cooper Kupp's full-circle moment getting back to the Super Bowl as a Seattle Seahawk after being cut by the Los Angeles Rams. Hear about that and more on today's episode!(1:30) - Could Josh McDaniels get another HC job?(13:10) - Jets hire Frank Reich as OC(21:45) - Cardinals hire OC Nathaniel Hackett(26:40) - QB carousel will be chaos(38:40) - Cooper Kupp & Mack Hollins deep dives(51:00) - One More Thing

One story that is gaining attention surrounding the Super Bowl is the shoulder injury that Drake Maye is dealing with ahead of the big game on Sunday. The guys break down how real this story is and if it will have an impact on the game. // With Klint Kubiak most likely going to the Raiders, where do the Seahawks look for their next OC? Wyman & Bob go through the options and see if the Seahawks should hire internally or externally. // The Mariners made their final big move in trading for Brendan Donovan, is this roster as good or better than last year’s? The guys break down if the team is in better shape to make a World Series push. // Outside of Sam Darnold, JSN, and Cooper Kupp, who is most likely to have a big game on offense for the Seahawks? The guys give us their players that they think could have a big impact. 

t's finally here—Super Bowl LX—and somehow the coaching carousel still hasn't stopped spinning.We kick things off with the latest NFL shakeups, including Todd Monken landing in Cleveland, Mike LaFleur taking over in Arizona, the Raiders waiting patiently for Klint Kubiak, and the Vikings making a surprise move in the front office. Plus, the Saints head to Paris because… of course they do.Derek dives into the Kubiak legacy and what it's meant for the AFC West, while Caleb lays out why offense continues to be the fastest way to land (and keep) a head coaching job in today's NFL.Then it's time for the main event: a full-blown Super Bowl prop bet draft, courtesy of DraftKings. Coin tosses, touchdowns, punts, safeties, Gatorade colors—if it can be bet on, we probably argued about it. This is less “sharp analysis” and more “educated chaos,” which feels right for Super Bowl week.We wrap things up with X-factors on both sides of the ball—from Cooper Kupp and Kenneth Walker III to Devon Witherspoon, Hunter Henry, and the specialists who might quietly swing the game—and finish with our final score predictions for Seahawks vs. Patriots.One last preview before the confetti falls. After this, it's just football, commercials, and regret over the props we didn't take.Theme music by The Riley Brothers Band. Find them at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/therileybrothersband/the-float⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The Seattle Seahawks are heading to the Super Bowl after a 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field. Sam Darnold came up big when it mattered most, connecting with Jaxon Smith-Njigba for touchdown before halftime after taking a crushing hit. Kenneth Walker III punched in the opening score, and the offense executed a masterful five-minute drive that helped close out the game. The defense came up big on a critical fourth-and-four stop, with Julian Love and DeMarcus Lawrence dropping into coverage to stuff the Rams attempt—a play Sean McVay dismissed as "luck" in his post-game comments. Riq Woolen's costly taunting penalty on third down helped give the Rams an opening, leading to an immediate Puka Nacua touchdown. Cooper Kupp proved instrumental in the Seahawks' success, making key third-down conversions against his former team after the Rams organization reportedly urged other teams to lowball him in free agency (which we later cover in the Do Better segment). In the second half of the show, we look ahead to Super Bowl matchup against the New England Patriots. The Seahawks face a Drake Maye-led offense that excels under pressure but lacks some of the firepower of previous opponents. The franchise has a chance to exorcise demons from Super Bowl XLIX and claim the Lombardi Trophy on the 49ers' home turf in Santa Clara, completing one of the most unexpected and satisfying seasons in recent memory.  Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Mike and Jesse are back to break down the latest movement in the sports card market as we head toward the Super Bowl. First, Jesse shares a "cautionary tale" involving a massive rip of Marvel cards and the hunt for a Hugh Jackman auto. Then, the guys look at the disrespect in the NFL market, specifically comparing Sam Darnold's prices to Josh Allen's. Despite a stellar season and being the NFC Champ, Darnold's cards are a fraction of the price of many other quarterbacks. Are collectors missing the window? They also discuss the "dirt cheap" pricing on Cooper Kupp and the heating-up market for Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Later, they discuss the massive PSA Spotlight Auction starting this week and running through February 7 featuring cards directly from the personal collections of legends like Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Eli Manning. They analyze the value of inscription cards, seeing exactly what Tom Brady wrote on his own rookie card, and debate if provenance from a player's own collection is the new grail for collectors. There are also plenty of other cards in the auction including a special Mewtwo Pokemon card. The auction's final hour will be broadcast LIVE on the SCN eBay Live channel. Finally, they tackle the Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub and answer your mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Andy Kamenetzky dive into the article claiming the Rams did Cooper Kupp ‘dirty.' The crew is joined by Bergman for the ‘Boys in Blue' report. Are there signs that this could be LeBron's last yeast in the NBA? What did Cam Newton have to say about Notre Dame? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Thursday and much more. On Thursday, January 29, 2026, Munaf Manji and Dave Essler convened for another episode of Cash That Ticket on RJ Bell's Dream Preview, breaking down NBA matchups, reacting to major league news, and adding another layer to their ongoing Super Bowl prop discussion. The show opened with reflections on recent betting results, including strong NBA reads despite a narrow college basketball loss, before pivoting quickly to the headline news that dominated the day. A report emerged that Giannis Antetokounmpo could be headed for a new home at or after the February 5 NBA trade deadline, with Milwaukee listening to aggressive offers. Rather than a direct trade request, the framing suggested leverage-building by the Bucks, prompting a discussion about timing, asset maximization, and which contenders could realistically assemble a package centered on draft capital and young talent. Teams like New York, Miami, Houston, Oklahoma City, and Toronto were evaluated, with Houston standing out as a long-shot futures value due to its combination of veterans, young players, and draft assets, currently priced around 19 to 1 to win the NBA title. The conversation then shifted to the night's NBA slate, starting with Detroit at Phoenix. With Devin Booker sidelined, both hosts leaned into the defensive profiles and slow pace of the matchup, favoring the under and expressing interest in Phoenix as a home underdog. Jalen Duren's rebounding production against the Suns was highlighted, leading to a prop recommendation on his over 10.5 rebounds based on consistent head-to-head success and Detroit's interior scoring emphasis. The second game analyzed featured Oklahoma City visiting Minnesota in a divisional rematch. Despite market movement toward the Thunder, concerns about Minnesota's back-to-back fatigue, Oklahoma City injuries, and inflated road chalk drove both toward the under on a relatively low total of 224.5, with cautious disagreement on the side. Attention then turned to Super Bowl props for Patriots versus Seahawks. Dave Essler added Rhamondre Stevenson over 76.5 rushing and receiving yards, citing his late-season workload, rest advantage, and Seattle's vulnerability to running backs in the passing game. Munaf countered with Cooper Kupp over 32.5 receiving yards, pointing to modest usage thresholds, recent playoff production, and the likelihood that New England's defensive focus on Jaxon Smith-Njigba opens opportunities elsewhere. In best bets, Essler went off the board with a futures play on Michigan at 5 to 1 to win the NCAA men's basketball championship, grounding the pick in offensive and defensive efficiency trends. Munaf closed with his official play on Jalen Duren's rebounding prop, reinforcing confidence in the matchup. The episode wrapped with reminders about Pregame promotions and a promise to return with more NBA analysis and Super Bowl props as the week continued. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson sit down with Seahawks safety Julian Love after Seattle’s NFC Championship win over the Rams. Plus, they react to Seahawks CB Tariq Woolen apologizing for his costly taunting penalty that nearly blew the NFC Championship. Unc and Ocho call the mistake careless, question his discipline, and debate whether that apology will matter if Stefon Diggs embarrasses him in the Super Bowl. Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Tariq Woolen apologizes 7:00 - Cooper Kupp’s contentious departure frm the Rams11:21- Julian Love joins32:59 - Dre Greenlaw on tough transition from SanFran to Denver (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson react to Shedeur Sanders being named a Pro Bowl replacement in his rookie season, it looks like nobody wants to be the head coach for the Cleveland Browns after another coach passes up on the job, and Tariq Woolen apologizes for his big penalty against the Rams this past Sunday and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Shedeur Sanders named to the Pro Bowl27:23 - Nobody wants to coach the Browns47:57 - Tariq Woolen apologizes 54:54 - Cooper Kupp’s contentious departure frpm the Rams (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bump and Stacy break down whether Sam Darnold will be the Seahawks Quarterback of the future, they answer your questions about how Mike Macdaonld coached his team to the Super Bowl and Cooper Kupp’s importance to the offense in Four Down Territory, they hop aboard the Hype Train, and they wrap up the show by telling you what you need to know! 

Bump and Stacy are joined by Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times to get his thoughts on the Seahawks NFC Championship win over the Rams, how they are preparing for the Patriots in Super Bowl LX, and the latest on their injury situation, they answer your questions about how Mike Macdaonld coached his team to the Super Bowl and Cooper Kupp’s importance to the offense in Four Down Territory, they celebrate Rick Rizzs’ legendary 41 year career as the voice of the Mariners in the Timeline, and they discuss some of the rumors about an altercation between the Seahawks and Rams coaching staffs. 

Jerry's here with reaction from Cooper Kupp about the Seahawks going to the Super Bowl. The Mets are introducing Freddy Peralta today and David Wright asks fans to be patient with the process. Rangers fans can be happy that their team beat the Bruins.

Peter King and Jim Gray break down the AFC and NFC Championships and discuss Sean Payton's decision to not go for a field goal, Sam Darnold's notable touchdown pass to Cooper Kupp, how difficult it is to predict when a quarterback will make it with a team, and this week's pick for the Hall of Excellence Award.

Bob and Dave revisit their predictions for yesterday’s NFC Championship game in a review segment of Call It Now. They highlight Cooper Kupp’s importance to the team and the personal significance of beating the Rams to get to the Super Bowl. They talk about Sam Darnold’s critical role in last night’s win and why his teammates love him so much. They discuss the former Seahawks players that came back for the NFC Championship, Devon Witherspoon comments on the field postgame, and more in Sweeping the Dial.

Hour 3 features Mike Silver debating whether the NFC Championship was actually the real Super Bowl and explaining why the 49ers didn’t sign Cooper Kupp in free agency. We also dive into Joe Rogan’s fascination with the 49ers’ bizarre electrical substation problem and the theories surrounding it. Plus, KNBR’s Larry Krueger joins the conversation to share why he absolutely loves the Giants signing Harrison Bader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Silver joins the show to debate whether the NFC Championship game — featuring the far superior Seahawks and Rams — was the actual Super Bowl, given the gap between those teams and the Patriots. He also breaks down why the 49ers didn’t sign Cooper Kupp after the Rams released him and how San Francisco evaluated the fit, timing, and roster implications. Smart analysis, big-picture context, and plenty of 49ers insight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4pm: Talking Sports with Ry // Ry’s prediction last week: Seahawks 31 - Rams 28 // Seattle rallies past Rams 31-27, earns first Super Bowl trip in 11 years // Seahawks vs Patriots: Everything to know about Super Bowl 2026 // John dons blue hair for the Roanoke conference of WA Republicans // Cooper Kupp’s Profound Postgame Interview

6pm: Talking Sports with Ry // Ry’s prediction last week: Seahawks 31 - Rams 28 // Seattle rallies past Rams 31-27, earns first Super Bowl trip in 11 years // Seahawks vs Patriots: Everything to know about Super Bowl 2026 // John dons blue hair for the Roanoke conference of WA Republicans // Cooper Kupp’s Profound Postgame Interview

Hour 3 features Mike Silver debating whether the NFC Championship was actually the real Super Bowl and explaining why the 49ers didn’t sign Cooper Kupp in free agency. We also dive into Joe Rogan’s fascination with the 49ers’ bizarre electrical substation problem and the theories surrounding it. Plus, KNBR’s Larry Krueger joins the conversation to share why he absolutely loves the Giants signing Harrison Bader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Silver joins the show to debate whether the NFC Championship game — featuring the far superior Seahawks and Rams — was the actual Super Bowl, given the gap between those teams and the Patriots. He also breaks down why the 49ers didn’t sign Cooper Kupp after the Rams released him and how San Francisco evaluated the fit, timing, and roster implications. Smart analysis, big-picture context, and plenty of 49ers insight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE SEAHAWKS ARE GOING TO THE EFFING SUPER BOWL!!!!!! The Seahawks beat the Rams behind a near-perfect game from Sam Darnold as he proves he can win in the playoffs and he doesn't have a Rams problem. :30- It's our final Cold Turkey Sandwich as we discuss the Seahawks win over the Rams and the Patriots win over the Broncos in blizzard-like conditions. :45- Coach Bucky is here! - Does Mike MacDonald deserve a little criticism? - Should McVay have challenged the Cooper Kupp first down? - Should Matt Stafford retire after that performance yesterday? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WE'RE GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL!!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conference Championships are here and the fellas have the picks you need. The competition comes down to the last two games. Are the guys more confident in Drake Maye and the New England Patriots or Sean Payton, Jarrett Stidham and the Denver Broncos? Matthew Stafford and the LA Rams or Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks. Tap in to find out and get some best bets for the weekend! Chris: Denver +5, Drake Maye Passing TDs under 1.5, Kenneth Walker Rush and Receiving Yards over 109.5, Rams-Seahawks 1st half under 23.5, Alex Singleton over 3.5 tackles Steve: Rams +3, Patriots team total over 23.5, Broncos team total over 16.5, Kenneth Walker under 21.5 receiving yards, Colby Parkinson under 25.5 receiving yards Macon: Patriots team total under 24, Seahawks -2.5, Kenneth Walker over 21.5 receiving yards, Colby Parkinson over 25.5 receiving yards, Cooper Kupp over 29.5 receiving yards HELLO, Locals! Green Light is hosted by Chris Long and is joined weekly by Beau Allen, Nate 'Dr. Fax' Collins, Macon Gunter, Stanford Steve + many more athletes and celebrity guests. Subscribe to get in-depth analysis, instant reactions and team highlights | Presented by BetMGM Have some interesting takes, some codebreaks or just want to talk to the Green Light Crew? We want to hear from you. Call into the Green Light Hotline and give us your hottest takes, your biggest gripes and general thoughts. Day and night, this hotline is open. Green Light Hotline: ‪(202) 991-0723‬ Listen to the Full Episode and check out all our content: https://greenlightpodcast.org/

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for this weekend. Munaf Manji opened the Friday, January 23rd episode of Cash That Ticket on RJ Bell's Dream Preview by setting the stage for a packed betting discussion heading into the weekend, with Championship Sunday, NFL coaching news, NBA analysis, promotions, and best bets all on the agenda. Dave Essler joined him still frustrated from the previous night's loss tied to Franz Wagner being ruled out late, which caused a sharp line move and turned what looked like a favorable position into a loss from the opening tip. Munaf revisited that game, noting how Charlotte's strong record on the second leg of back to backs was mentioned but ultimately ignored, a decision both agreed was a learning moment. Dave emphasized that no bettor hits one hundred percent and that losses must be studied rather than dismissed. The conversation shifted to NFL news with Munaf breaking down the Baltimore Ravens hiring Jesse Minter as head coach on a five year deal, highlighting his defensive success with the Chargers and his prior time in Baltimore. Dave admitted surprise that the Ravens went defense first, stressing that the offense, particularly Lamar Jackson's durability and passing limitations, remains the bigger question and will hinge on the offensive coordinator hire. Early Ravens win total speculation followed, with ten and a half discussed before schedule context softened some concerns. Attention then turned to Patriots versus Broncos props, where Munaf floated Jared Stidham over 32.5 pass attempts, reasoning New England would force him to throw. Dave countered with Drake May unders if backing the Patriots and strongly endorsed Pat Bryant over 2.5 receptions despite heavy juice, citing Denver's likely pass heavy script and Bryant's role before his prior concussion. Injury notes on Troy Franklin reinforced value on secondary Denver receivers, with both hosts recalling how Bryant's early catches last week were erased by injury. For the NFC matchup, Munaf backed Sam Darnold to throw an interception based on repeated struggles against the Rams and defensive familiarity. Dave added Matthew Stafford under 36.5 yards for longest completion, pointing to Seattle's recent success eliminating explosive plays, while also discussing long shot props like Davante Adams to lead receiving yards. Munaf countered with Stafford passing yard trends in Seattle and suggested live betting opportunities if the Rams trailed, along with Cooper Kupp over 30.5 yards. The show moved into NBA, starting with Rockets versus Pistons, where Munaf highlighted Houston's poor performance on road back to backs, recent defensive collapses, and Detroit's elite defensive rating of 100.1 over the last ten games. Cade Cunningham's status was key, with value tied directly to his availability. Dave warned about rapid line movement tied to injury news and leaned toward Pistons team total overs or split half strategies. Raptors versus Blazers followed, with both noting improved defenses, Portland's back to back trends, and a shared preference for the under. Best bets closed the episode with Dave backing Rutgers as a home underdog against Indiana, citing matchup and motivation, while Munaf laid points with the Phoenix Suns based on their league best ATS record and defensive form, and added Celtics team total over 112.5 against a struggling Nets defense. The episode ended with updated news of Cade Cunningham participating in shootaround, reinforcing earlier Pistons angles, and reminders about discipline, injury monitoring, and adaptability heading into the weekend slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain revisit a hypothetical Hawks question then Rick Neuheisel joins the show to discuss Indiana’s title win, before we hear from Cooper Kupp today and Scott Kaplan from ESPN Radio in Los Angeles joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Thursday. The Cash That Ticket Podcast returned Thursday, January 22, 2026, with Munaf Manji and Dave Essler breaking down Championship Sunday through a betting focused lens, centering on the Patriots at Broncos AFC title game and the Rams at Seahawks NFC matchup. The discussion opened with confidence after recent winning best bets, before turning to league news, including Atlanta hiring Kevin Stefanski as head coach. Manji noted the potential narrative value around Baker Mayfield facing his former coach, while Essler questioned whether Stefanski's résumé truly signals Super Bowl upside, framing Atlanta as a likely middle tier team rather than a contender. Attention then shifted to the AFC Championship, where New England entered Denver as a road favorite. Essler emphasized removing fandom bias and focused on matchup details, noting Jared Stidham as a capable backup and highlighting Denver's late season defensive regression, penalty issues, and fragile turnover margin. He leaned toward the Patriots team total over, citing market movement and New England's growing offensive confidence, while acknowledging Denver's situational strengths at home. Manji countered with concerns about New England's reliance on field position and turnovers in earlier playoff rounds, suggesting a tighter, lower scoring game and cautioning against assuming an easy cover. Both agreed the outcome largely hinges on quarterback Drake May, with Essler stressing turnovers as the clearest path to a Patriots loss in May's first road playoff start. Manji explored derivative angles including a Broncos first quarter wager and debated May's rushing prop, pointing to Denver's pressure rate and recent quarterback rushing success against them. The NFC Championship discussion framed Seattle as potentially overvalued after a dominant prior round, while Essler argued the Rams were undervalued, citing Matthew Stafford's success against Seattle and Sean McVay's historical effectiveness versus Mike Macdonald defenses. Both expected scoring opportunities, with Essler favoring a first half over and Manji highlighting Sam Darnold interception trends against the Rams, noting prior turnover issues in the season series. Player props, including Jackson Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp usage, were discussed as game flow dependent opportunities. The episode concluded with best bets, Essler backing a Wisconsin Penn State college basketball under based on home defensive splits, and Manji laying points with Orlando against Charlotte, citing rest and depth advantages. Throughout the show, the focus remained on situational edges, market value, and disciplined analysis, reinforcing a transparent, process driven approach heading into one of the NFL's biggest weekends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Macdonald expects Charles Cross to play this weekend, which is some welcome news after taking a peek at the injury report yesterday. Left tackle backups are a concern though. We take a listen to Cooper Kupp today and it exemplifies just how selfless he is as a leader. Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum doesn't have a surprise injury to report this week, as we had with Sam Darnold's oblique last week. He says it was inevitable that the Seahawks and Rams would meet in the NFC Championship game, given their respective seasons. They are quite evenly matched. What can George Holani do for this team in Zach Charbonnet's absence? Corbin thinks playing at Lumen Field gives Seattle the edge. We do a quick Daily Power Play, plus an awesome Blue Friday event takes place tomorrow and Ian gives you the details. Bruce Irvin, former Seahawks Super Bowl Champion brings back the attitude of the Seahawks' Super Bowl winning defense! He weighs in on the "Dark Side" of the current Seattle defense. What made the LOB different? Bruce says it was that everyone was a misfit in their own way. He tells us what advice he'd give to the young players on this team and weighs in on what kind of impact the 12th man can provide. He tells us the impact Pete Carroll and John Schneider had on him both professionally and personally. He also shares some stories we never heard before. We take some talkbacks and talk to Softy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your Seattle Seahawks dominated in every regard and left the 49ers soulless. How'd it happen and most importantly, can they do it again vs. the Rams? We discuss crucial moments, underrated performances, and Seahawks injury news that will impact the rest of the postseason. This week's play-by-play breakdown showcases the outstanding blocking and teamwork by tackles Abe Lucas and Charles Cross, along with clutch catches by Cooper Kupp and Kenneth Walker's three-touchdown performance. The victory sets the stage for their matchup with the Los Angeles Rams and what promises to be an epic NFC Championship game. Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

- GENE STERATORE (CBS Rules Analyst) - Last night's National Championship was consistent as far as PI calls, but there were some big missed hits on Fernando Mendoza and Miami got lucky they didn't get called for targeting. - Ok, what is and what isn't an interception- yes, we are looking at the Bills/Broncos and Rams/Bears games… did the refs get these two similar plays correct? :30- EVERETT FITZHUGH (Kraken Audio Network PxP) The Kraken have struggled as of late after they seemingly had everything working, so what's going wrong this time? It's the first time in 45 games that the kraken have everyone back in the lineup, is that making things even more difficult? Why have Daccord and Grubauer struggled? :45- Cooper Kupp will face his former team for the 3rd time this season; does the former Ram have any more Sean McVay tricks up his sleeve? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We had a jam-packed Tuesday show, from checking in with die-hard Indiana fan Gasman, to trying to sort through all of the NFL controversies with Gene Steratore, we covered a lot!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk Friday betting. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler closed the week on Cash That Ticket by tightening their focus on specific betting angles across the NFL divisional round and a dense Friday NBA card, emphasizing how market movement, injuries, and usage trends shape late week decisions. Their NFL discussion centered on Seattle versus San Francisco, where brief concern over Sam Darnold's injury report was dismissed as noise rather than actionable information. Instead, attention shifted to Seattle's evolving backfield, with both Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet positioned as central pieces against a 49ers defense they had already exploited late in the regular season. Manji outlined how the near even split in carries and efficiency from both backs supported overs on rushing attempts and yardage, while Essler extended the logic to correlated unders for secondary skill players, arguing that volume for the running game naturally suppresses opportunities elsewhere. The same cause and effect framework guided their thoughts on Cooper Kupp's modest receiving lines, where Essler suggested short area targets could rise if San Francisco limited explosive plays from Seattle's primary threats. The conversation expanded to additional player props, including DeAndre Swift's receiving yardage, which both viewed as mispriced given past usage and matchup tendencies, noting that a single reception could realistically clear the number. On the NBA side, Manji and Essler evaluated Clippers at Raptors through the lens of pace, defensive efficiency, and uncertainty surrounding key injuries. Toronto's season long defensive profile and the Clippers' slow tempo supported an under, while Essler leaned toward the Raptors as a side, contingent on lineup clarity and travel factors. Minnesota at Houston drew similar scrutiny, with both questioning the Rockets' reliability as home favorites, particularly in back to back situations, and highlighting Minnesota's depth and recent efficiency even without Anthony Edwards. They also touched on broader league narratives, from speculation around potential player movement to the competitive imbalance created by high payroll teams in baseball, before locking in best bets. Essler backed Kansas at home in college basketball, citing matchup advantages and motivation, while Manji closed with a points prop on Michael Porter Jr., pointing to shot volume and prior performance against the same opponent as reasons to expect another strong scoring night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CAL RALEIGH joins the show! - Cal makes the sports rounds here in town- how cool is to be a sports hero and fan at the same time? - What's his prediction for the Seahawks game? - How does he feel looking back on the 2025 season? - How is he feeling about the offseason so far and the addition of Josh Naylor? - What is he focusing on this offseason to improve in 2026? :30- MIKE SANDO (The Athletic) makes his weekly visit to talk Divisional round playoffs. - We just watched the Seahawks handle the 49ers two weeks ago; why will Saturday be any different? - How will the other divisional round games shake out? - There were some big coaching shakeups this week- thoughts on Harbaugh in NY and Tomlin out in Pittsburgh? :45- We close out the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are just flying through this week with some awesome, jam-packed shows! We grabbed some of the best moments of today's show with our gusts Cal Raleigh, Spencer Hawes, Gregg Bell, Hugh Millen and Mike Sando.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Seattle Seahawks enter the playoffs with a number of players who could become unexpected postseason heroes -- guys who could deliver outsized performances when it matters most. Is there a player on defense who could shadow Rams receiver Puka Nacua? Derek Hall's disruptive presence on the defensive line, despite limited snaps, positions him for a playoff breakout with his speed-to-power rush creating havoc even when sacks don't materialize. Cooper Kupp's regular season numbers don't tell the full story of his impact, but could finally deliver the red zone production Seattle envisioned. We also hear from those of you who contributed in Discord or out on YouTube. Special teams ace Rashid Shaheed brings legitimate game-breaking ability on returns, though opponents may refuse to kick to him after his explosive punt return touchdown against the Rams. Dark horse candidates include fullback Robbie Ouzts potentially catching a crucial pass and linebacker Drake Thomas making impact plays.

With a strong 12-3 record heading into the final weeks, Mike Macdonald's squad has already clinched a playoff spot and sits atop the NFC West. In this series, we dive deep into what it will take for the Hawks to go all the way to Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara. We'll break down: Sam Darnold's resurgence at QB and his clutch performances leading comeback wins The explosive offense powered by Jaxon Smith-Njigba (already shattering receiving records), Cooper Kupp, Kenneth Walker III, and dynamic playmakers like Rashid Shaheed Mike Macdonald's elite defense that's stifling opponents and keeping Seattle in the top tier of points allowed Key challenges: Staying healthy, winning the tough remaining games, securing a bye, and navigating a loaded NFC playoff field Is this the year the 12s finally get back to the Lombardi? Join the discussion – are the Seahawks true contenders or will the Rams, Bears, or others stand in their way? Use promo code NEST on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/NEST. Terms and conditions apply. #Sleeper Link to my YouTube Channel. Live on Wed and Sunday, 5PM PST...https://www.youtube.com/@TheHawksNest12thman?sub_confirmation=1 Link to my Patreon....https://www.patreon.com/thehawksnest Twitter...@SeahawksNester Twitch...@TheSeahawksNest Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richard Sherman gives his full reaction to the Los Angeles Rams vs Seattle Seahawks Thursday Night Football showdown, breaking down Sam Darnold’s dramatic comeback win, Matthew Stafford’s massive performance, and Puka Nacua’s explosive game for the Rams. Sherm analyzes every key moment from this NFC West thriller, including Seattle’s clutch fourth-quarter drive, the overtime touchdown, Rasheed Shaheed’s huge return plays, Cooper Kupp’s big late catch, and how the Seahawks’ defense battled through a tough night against one of the NFL’s hottest offenses. Sherman also explains what this result means for the NFC playoff picture, the Seahawks’ push for the No. 1 seed, the Rams’ postseason chances, and why Sam Darnold’s performance could change Seattle’s season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MMQB on a Football Friday continues with MIKE HOLMGREN & HUGH MILLEN What does Coach Holmgren think of the Seahawks comeback? Does Sam Darnold have an interception issue and what does last night's comeback do for him moving forward? :30- We are back with more MMQB with Hugh and Coach Has Coach ever seen anything like that 2 point conversion? Coach's thoughts on the Seahawks approach to the run game last night? :45- We wrap up the Football Friday show with one last thing for Coach Holmgren See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MMQB on a Friday with HUGH MILLEN Where to even begin? How does Hugh feel about that game and the comeback win? From the defensive struggles to Sam Darnold's performance in another big game, Hugh breaks it all down! :30- We continue with MMQB and get Hugh's break down on the success of the 2 point conversions last night. :45- How was Puka Nacua so wide open all night long? We wouldn't expect that from Mike MacDonald's defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geoff Schwartz of Sirius XM NFL radio joins the show to talk about how Sam Darnold needs to perform this Sunday along with how much Anthony Bradford has to contribute. He also dives into the upcoming College Football Playoffs. // Four Down Territory: 1st Down: What does the future hold for Kyler Murray? 2nd Down: Who will be responsible for the containment of Bijon? 3rd Down: What did you learn from Cooper Kupp yesterday? 4th Down: Anything from Geoff? // The Timeline: The Mariners gained popularity this year and were Google’s top trending sports team this year. Lebron James was held to under 10 points for the first time since 2007. Adam Schefter reveals he has zero unread text messages. // Bump & Stacy go through some quiet unbreakable NFL records and break down why they are still unbroken. 

From thinking the Mariners should be greedy this offseason, to how many wins will it take to win the NFC West, we go through the best interviews of the week and give you what’s sticking with us. // Four Down Territory: 1st Down: What does the future hold for Kyler Murray? 2nd Down: Who will be responsible for the containment of Bijon? 3rd Down: What did you learn from Cooper Kupp yesterday? 4th Down: Anything from Geoff? // Falcons, Falcons, Falcons! // What I Need To Know 

Bump, Stacy, & Wyman give us a recap of the Seahawks victory over the Vikings. They also look ahead to the Seahawks game against the Falcons and what they have their eye on for this matchup. // Seahawks WR Cooper Kupp joins the show to talk about their dominant win over the Vikings, what he learns from watching film week to week. He also talks about how the Seahawks go about adjusting during halftime. Cooper goes into what he likes and has seen from JSN. // Seahawks WR Cody White joins the show to talk about making the 53-man roster for the first time and getting some action in the games including a Sunday Night Football touchdown. He also talks about how he got back into tackling for Special Teams. // We take a listen into Seahawks QB Sam Darnold’s press conference ahead of their matchup against the Falcons. 

Bob and Dave talk about the X-Factors for the Seahawks going down the stretch of the season and call on new WR Rashid Shaheed to step up and make more of a difference now that he is more comfortable in the offensive system. They also debate who is the #2 WR on the Hawks offense, is it Cooper Kupp, Shaheed, or someone else? They talk about the injured players the Seahawks defense will be getting back this week and more in Take Two. They highlight the historic season the Hawks Defense is having and compare it to the LOB era; the stats are much closer than you might think. And they do a deep dive on the offensive line and talk about what the Hawks should do down the stretch with their big men up front.

Bob and Dave have their weekly conversation with Mark Schlereth to get his thoughts on the Seahawks 30-24 win over the Titans, they revisit their predictions for the Seahawks week twelve game against the Titans in Call It Now, and from one great to another, Cooper Kupp explains Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s explosive skillset in Sweeping The Dial.

Bump and Stacy give their grades for the biggest offseason moves made by the Seahawks this year, including the trades of Geno Smith and DK Metcalf and the acquisition of Sam Darnold and Cooper Kupp, they answer your questions about how the Seahawks run game matches up against the Titans in Four Down Territory, they try to figure out where in the world is Lane Kiffin going to coach next season in the Timeline, and they look at what the Mariners need to do this offseason to take them over the top. 

With a substitute "protector" this week, we're exploring every angle for our Seahawks to secure victory this Sunday in what people are calling the DVOA Bowl. The LA Rams lead the NFL in DVOA with the Seahawks right behind them. Can Seattle pressure Matt Stafford to tilt the game in favor of the Seahawks? Ernest Jones and Cooper Kupp are captains and have a shot at vengeance, so we share our predictions in how they'll perform. From the offensive line's effectiveness in pass protection to how that can open up the passing game for Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, we're looking ahead to what could be the biggest game of the year. Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Bob and Dave bring you their predictions for the Seahawks week eleven matchup against the Rams in Call It Now, they break down how much of an impact the latest additions to the Seahawks injury report will have on their game, and they hear what Cooper Kupp said about working with a defensively minded head coach in Sweeping the Dial. 

We're still flying high after another dominant Seahawks victory over the Arizona Cardinals. It's not just the win -- but how they were able to do it. Tyrice Knight, Ty Okada, Nehemiah Pritchett and Drake Thomas weren't guys we were expecting big contributions from at the beginning of the season, and now they're a big reason to be excited about the defense. With the Rams game coming up on Sunday, it will be the biggest test yet for the Seahawks. Ernest Jones and Cooper Kupp get to face off against their former team, but it may also be a revenge game for Sam Darnold based on how last season went for our quarterback. A lot has been made this week about how the Rams are using "heavy" personnel packages with their tight ends. Is it even that big of a deal? In the second half of the show we talk about a fictional offseason trade scenario between the Seahawks and Browns and one major reason why Myles Garrett shouldn't be a coveted trade candidate. Maintaining appliances and a new term showing up in sports are discussed in the Do Better segment. Lastly, stick around to find out why the Arizona Cardinals and a key part of the Earth's atmosphere are "Better at Life." Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

RUNDOWN   In the aftermath of the Mariners' heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Blue Jays, Mitch Levy and guest co-host Danny O'Neil of The Dang Apostrophe open Episode 355 with Danny confessing that he's “pretty mad,” venting at an online heckler named Tad Piland while Mitch directs his anger toward the Fox broadcast crew for comparing Toronto fans' “long wait” to Seattle's five decades of heartbreak. The conversation pivots to the Seahawks, whose 27-19 win over Houston somehow feels more lucky than convincing. Danny rails against red-zone play-calling and Cooper Kupp's gadget-pass interception, while Mitch notes that at 5-2, Seattle still looks like a playoff team in a vulnerable NFC. In the season's final Mariners No-Table, Mitch is joined by Brady Farkas (Refuse to Lose Podcast) and Joe Doyle (Over Slot) to dissect Seattle's crushing Game 7 loss to the Blue Jays in the ALCS. The trio reflect on the gut-wrenching ending, the broadcast's “Toronto sympathy” narrative, and the irony of yet another near-miss season for long-suffering Mariners fans. Both guests try to balance heartbreak with appreciation for an unforgettable year that included Cal Raleigh's historic 60-homer season, Brian Woo's rise to ace status, and J.P. Crawford's clutch moments. The crew breaks down Seattle's Monday Night Football win over Houston — a game defined by the defense and marred by offensive miscues. Brady and Jacson praise Ernest Jones and Drake Thomas for anchoring a top-five-level unit that pressured C.J. Stroud all night, holding Texans running backs to just 31 yards. On offense, Sam Darnold's four turnovers and a baffling Cooper Kupp trick-play interception left points on the field, but Jackson Smith-Njigba's 123-yard night and a late show of maturity salvaged it. CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel, presented by Taco Time Northwest, returns to unpack a chaotic Week 8 — from Indiana's Kurt Signetti leading the Hoosiers to No. 2 in the nation to Clark Lea's Vanderbilt stunning LSU. Rick tells the underdog stories of the year: two former football “afterthoughts” now crashing the playoff picture. He credits Signetti's “bet on himself” coaching path and calls Vandy's 2025 run “one of the greatest modern turnarounds in college football.”   GUESTS   Daniel Timothy O'Neil | The Dang Apostrophe on Substack Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI) Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Game Seven Gut Punch: Seattle's Sports Hangover Hits Hard 4:35 | BEAT THE BOYS - Register at MitchUnfiltered.com 8:08 | Two Runs from Glory, Miles from Satisfaction 31:47 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Game Seven Heartbreak: Mariners Fall Short of the World Series in Toronto 1:02:40 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Defense Carries Seattle to 27–19 Win as Darnold Struggles and JSN Shines 1:28:04 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Indiana's Miracle Run, Vandy's Rise, and Dabo's Slide — Rick Neuheisel on the Wild State of College Football 1:55:43 | Other Stuff Segment: Shohei Ohtani's three-homer ten-strikeout masterpiece, Washington's missed chances in Ann Arbor and upcoming Illinois matchup, Florida firing Billy Napier with speculation around Jed Fisch and Lane Kiffin, Seahawks bye-week talk and whether Tyler Lockett could return, Teoscar Hernandez refusing to stay at Milwaukee's haunted Pfister Hotel, ghost stories, and baseball superstition. RIPs: Doug Martin (36, former Buccaneers RB), Jesus Montero (35, ex-Mariners catcher), R&B artist DeAngelo (51), and KISS guitarist Ace Frehley (74).