Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Penix Jr

Gregg Rosenthal and Nick Shook give you 35 training camp position battles you should keep an eye over the course of the next few weeks. Battles that include Kirk Cousins versus Fernando Mendoza, Tua Tagovailoa versus Michael Penix Jr., wide receivers looking for a spot with the Commanders, Giants, and Titans, offensive line battles with the Patriots, Lions, and Cowboys, and more! NFL Daily YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nflpodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima get heated debating whether Shedeur Sanders' off-field marketing and photo shoots could become a distraction once training camp opens, with Ken accusing Anthony of twisting his words to bait Browns Twitter. The argument spills into a caller segment where a fan pushes back on the "quarterback controversy" framing, prompting Ken to point out Shedeur isn't going anywhere given his popularity with kids at a youth camp. Talk turns to trade value, with the guys agreeing neither Shedeur nor Deshaun Watson has real market value right now, while floating Dylan Gabriel as the more tradeable arm behind Michael Penix Jr. and a "supercomputer" QB room in Atlanta. The segment ends with Ken storming off mid-bit, only half-joking about needing to escape to "hell."

In the final hour of today's show, Mike and Abe examine the upcoming Falcons training camp, focusing on the health of Michael Penix Jr. and his potential to compete with Tua Tagovailoa. They also talk with Grant McAuley about the Braves' pitching woes and the impact of Austin Riley's hot streak. The conversation concludes with a look at the Hawks' defensive upgrades and a debate over the efficiency of sports media coverage. 01:50 - Neighbor Banter And Golf 08:00 - Falcons Quarterback Competition Risks 15:12 - Braves Resurgence Analysis 21:15 - MLB Trade Deadline Strategies 27:53 - Hawks Defensive Roster Overhaul 36:20 - Eastern Conference Depth Outlook 40:00 - Media Shakeup And SEC Preview

Abe and Mike Bell explore the training camp expectations for Michael Penix Jr. and the potential for a quarterback competition in Atlanta. They discuss the ongoing debate regarding grass versus turf fields in the NFL, highlighting player safety concerns. Additionally, the conversation touches on recent activities from Fanatics Fest involving Cam Skattebo and Tom Brady. 01:06 - Intro and Local Heat 02:43 - Daylight Saving Time Debate 05:22 - Penix Jr. Training Camp 08:35 - NFL Field Surface Safety 10:43 - Fanatics Fest Viral Moments

Abe and Mike Bell discuss the high stakes of the upcoming Falcons training camp, specifically the quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. They also evaluate golfer Ryan Fox's style of play and look ahead to a Braves update with Grant McCauley. 01:00 - World Cup Banter 04:00 - Ryan Fox Analysis 05:09 - Falcons Training Camp Preview

11 NFL training camp battles that could reshape dynasty fantasy football values.  

Training camp is almost underway, and dynasty values are about to move. Theo Gremminger joins Fantasy Football Today Dynasty to break down the biggest position battles across the NFL, including Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy, Tua Tagovailoa vs. Michael Penix Jr., Chuba Hubbard vs. Jonathan Brooks, plus the RB and WR competitions that dynasty managers should actually care about, and the ones they shouldn't.

Atlanta radio host Wes Durham joins Joe Rose to discuss Tua Tagovailoa's new opportunity with the Atlanta Falcons after being released by the Dolphins. Durham explains why Tua has made a strong impression in Atlanta, praising how he has handled the media, coaching staff, and organization since arriving. The guys discuss how Tua could benefit from a stronger supporting cast in Atlanta, the uncertainty surrounding Michael Penix Jr.'s injury recovery, and the potential quarterback competition between the two. Durham also previews the ACC season, including why Miami enters the year as the conference favorite and how the Hurricanes are trying to stay focused and ignore the outside expectations

Hour 4 wraps up the show with plenty of football talk as Atlanta radio host Wes Durham joins Joe Rose to discuss Tua Tagovailoa's fresh start with the Falcons, why he has impressed his new organization, the uncertainty surrounding Michael Penix Jr.'s injury recovery, and the potential quarterback battle in Atlanta. The conversation also shifts to the Dolphins' rebuilding process, with Joe, Dave Hyde, and Kim Bokamper explaining why Miami fans may need patience during a season with a new front office, new coaching staff, a young roster, and major salary cap challenges. The guys discuss Miami's decision to build through the draft, questions surrounding the offensive line, and the pressure on Jonah Savaiinaea to bounce back. The hour also features Heat talk following the introduction of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis, continued LeBron James speculation, a look ahead at Miami Hurricanes expectations, and the pressure surrounding the Dolphins' decision to draft Kadyn Proctor over South Florida star Rueben Bain

In the final hour of today's show, Carl Dukes and Mike Bell react to Pro Football Focus ranking Drake London as a top ten wide receiver heading into the upcoming season. They discuss the Atlanta Braves' trade deadline strategy regarding pitching reinforcements and the health of Michael Penix Jr. as Falcons training camp approaches. 02:38 - PFF Wide Receiver Rankings 05:55 - Falcons Roster Construction Discussion 08:48 - Michael Penix Jr. Health 15:39 - Braves Trade Deadline Strategy 25:25 - International Soccer Final Recap 33:54 - Royal Troon Leaderboard Update

In the final hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell recap Argentina's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England, analyzing Lionel Messi's impact and the electrifying atmosphere at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. They also debate the Falcons' quarterback situation involving Michael Penix Jr. and discuss the highlights from the MLB All-Star Game. Jason Longshore joins to provide expert insight into the World Cup final matchup against Spain. 01:50 - Argentina Defeats England 08:11 - MLB All-Star Recap 16:46 - Falcons QB Controversy 25:15 - Jason Longshore Analysis 35:27 - Arthur Blank Comments 40:38 - ACC Media Days

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they share thoughts whether or not Tommy Rees should feel any pressure in regards to the success of either Michael Penix Jr. or Tua Tagovailoa this season.

Carl and Mike get into more football talk as Carl makes his case for why he believes the Falcons can reach the Super Bowl with the next next few seasons and that the new regime will figure out the quarterback situation even if neither Michael Penix Jr. or Tua Tagovailoa ends up not working out.

Carl and Mike get into some brief Falcons talk as they discuss why the Falcons quarterback battle intriguing and share thoughts on what if both Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa are both able to help the team reach the playoffs this season. They then get into Braves talk as they share thoughts on "how hard" Alex Anthopoulos may go in regards to making a trade or two to help the team maintain their position as the NL East leader.

In the final hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell debate Michael Penix Jr.'s mobility and extensive injury history as they look ahead to Falcons training camp. They also respond to listener feedback regarding the Atlanta Braves' roster needs and recap a controversial penalty in the Spain versus France match. 02:51 - James Pierce Jr Discipline 06:10 - Michael Penix Jr Mobility 10:18 - Penix Injury History Analysis 13:57 - Quarterback Perception Debate 19:34 - Braves Roster Strategy Discussion 23:50 - Braves Ownership and Investment 29:21 - MLB All-Star Game Preview 34:40 - Spain France Soccer Controversy 38:18 - Falcons Quarterback Timeline Recap 43:05 - LeBron and Michigan Investigation

Carl and Mike get back into some more Falcons talk as they react to comments to listeners who believe Mike has an ax to grind in regards to Michael Penix Jr. and as they discuss, the agree that the reality is they wish for the best for the third year quarterback however believe there is a real chance he may not be the Falcons QB of the future. They then get back to Braves talk and share more thoughts on comments by listeners in regards to how the team has been playing of late after getting off to such a hot start.

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on James Pearce Jr. and whether or not the NFL could wait to see if JPJ completes the terms of his legal agreement in regards to charges received as a result of a domestic dispute with his exgirlfriend. They then share more thoughts on what they believe in regards to Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa as the two battle for the starting position.

Carl and Mike briefly discuss the MLB All-Star and what they hope to see from the Braves players playing and agree it would be good to see the players have a performance that can help spark the team heading into the second half of the season. They then get into some NFL talk as they discuss how the Falcons QB situation can shape the future of the franchise once it is determined who wins the startinig role between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike discuss Baker Mayfield's extensive injury list from the previous season and evaluate the current state of the Falcons' coaching and leadership. They dive into a controversial list of the top ten NFL quarterbacks, debating whether Matthew Stafford or Josh Allen should be ranked ahead of Patrick Mahomes. Additionally, Dede shares details from his son's prospect camp at Harvard and a run-in with WNBA rookie Cameron Brink. 02:12 - Baker Mayfield Injury Revelations 07:00 - Michael Penix Jr. Video 11:00 - NFL Wide Receiver Divas 14:40 - Soccer Match Party Update 19:15 - Ranking NFL Top Quarterbacks 24:20 - Falcons Future Franchise QB 30:15 - Dede's Trip To Harvard 40:05 - NASCAR Rain Delay Debate

In the 4th hour of today's show, Carl and Mike discuss the brewing quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and the jokingly suggested Tua Tagovailoa as training camp approaches. They also analyze the Atlanta Braves' needs at the trade deadline, potential pitching targets like Sonny Gray, and the recent rule changes to the MLB Home Run Derby. 02:26 - Braves Rehab Updates 05:05 - Falcons Quarterback Debate 11:00 - Stefon Diggs Rumors 17:15 - Braves Trade Deadline 29:23 - Home Run Derby Rules 39:20 - British Fans in Atlanta 42:05 - Conor McGregor Retirement

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they have some fun with in regards to Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. competing for the starting QB position and react to their Falcons countdown sounder which predicts Tagovailoa winning the job. 

Carl and Mike get into some NFL headlines as they react to Baker Mayfield saying he dealt with a lot of injuries last season which he believes contributed to the Bucs offense not being as good as some may have expected. They they get into some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on the QB competition and agree that Michael Penix Jr. should win the starting role however believe there still needs to be clarification from the Falcons once camp begins about his status in regards to being a full participant.

Hour 4 features NFL insider Mike Florio joining Joe Rose to break down some of the biggest storylines heading into the season, including quarterback battles across the league. Florio discusses the uncertainty in Minnesota between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray, the Browns' quarterback situation with Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, and how teams are using veteran quarterbacks to push young players. He also breaks down the Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa battle in Atlanta, Brandon Aiyuk's situation with the 49ers and his desire to move on to Washington, and Baker Mayfield's contract dispute with the Buccaneers. The hour also features plenty of World Cup discussion, Messi talk, and a look ahead to ACC Media Days as the Miami Hurricanes prepare for the upcoming season

NFL insider Mike Florio joins Joe Rose to break down some of the biggest storylines heading into the season, including several quarterback battles across the league. Florio discusses the uncertainty in Minnesota between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray, the Browns' decision between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, and whether teams like Cleveland and Las Vegas are using veteran quarterbacks to push their young players. He also breaks down the competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa in Atlanta, Brandon Aiyuk's ongoing situation with the 49ers and his desire to land with the Commanders, and why Baker Mayfield's contract dispute with the Buccaneers could eventually lead to him leaving Tampa Bay if the team doesn't make him a priority.

Carl Dukes and Mark Zinno debate whether Victor Wembanyama should sign for less than the max extension with the Spurs. They also break down the recovery timeline for Malik Nabers compared to Michael Penix Jr. and discuss the internal decision-making process behind the Falcons' draft pick. 02:07 - Wembanyama Extension Discussion 07:42 - NFL Kickers Debate 10:23 - Michael Penix Jr. Analysis

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Carl and Mark analyze Victor Wembanyama's potential contract discount and the latest NBA trade rumors involving Jonathan Kuminga. They dive into the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback situation, debating the timing of the Michael Penix Jr. draft pick and the recovery of injured rookies like Malik Nabers. The conversation concludes with a critical look at Austin Riley's offensive struggles and whether his slump warrants a benching during the postseason. 02:36 - Wembanyama Contract Rumors 05:29 - NBA Sign And Trade News 07:12 - NFL Kicker Reliability Debate 09:53 - Penix And Nabers Recovery 15:44 - Falcons QB Roster Debate 22:25 - Kyle Pitts Extension Debate 30:19 - Austin Riley Batting Woes 40:28 - Postseason Benching Debate

Dukes and Mark Zinno examine the Atlanta Falcons' history of quarterback instability and the organizational philosophy behind drafting Michael Penix Jr. They debate the timing of major contracts for pass catchers like Kyle Pitts and discuss how past personnel decisions, including the pursuit of Deshaun Watson, led to the current playoff drought. 01:02 - Soccer and Hosting Updates 02:14 - Falcons QB Decision History 05:56 - Penix Versus Kirk Cousins 08:53 - Questioning Kyle Pitts' Contract 10:50 - Past Falcons QB Mistakes

HR3 - Michael Penix & Tua Tagovailoa facing last chance to be bonafide franchise QBs In hour three Ali Mac, Dylan Mathews, and Mike Johnson, quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to NFL writer for CBS Sports Jared Dubin's list where he ranks all 32 NFL supporting casts by grading play callers, offensive lines, and weapons to see which teams have set their quarterbacks up for ultimate success, talk about Jared ranking the Atlanta Falcons 12th out of 32 and putting them in the ‘Above Average Tier', explain why they think Falcons quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa have plenty weapons to thrive this year, continue to react to ESPN gathering a list of voters/reporters to rank their top 10 college football head coaches, and react to Georgia Head Football Coach Kirby Smart being voted the second best Head Coach in college football right now behind Indiana Hoosiers Head Football Coach Curt Cignetti. Then, Ali Mike spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Atlanta Braves insider and reporter Grant McAuley! Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss why Philadelphia Phillies Designated Hitter Kyle Schwarber hasn't been officially announced as a participant in the 2026 Home Run Derby in Philadelphia yet, guys in the Braves bullpen like Dylan Dodd, Danny Young, James Karinchak, and Victor Mederos stepping up in the bullpen yesterday, which players Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos and the Braves could be looking to acquire before the trade deadline, how Grant feels about Braves centerfielder Michael Harris II not making the All-Star team this year, if Braves young shortstop Jim Jarvis is going to be the answer at shortstop for the Braves moving forward over Ha-Seong Kim, and what the next steps are for the Braves when it comes to trying to get third baseman Austin Riley out of his slump at the plate. Finally, to close out hour three The Morning Shift crew spends some time with 92.9 The Game's own soccer insider Madison Crews! Mike, Ali, and Madison discuss the U.S. Men's National Team's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Christian Pulisic's injury and the criticism he's gotten after the world cup, and what 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final matchup she would like to see here in Atlanta.

Ali Mac, Dylan Mathews, and Mike Johnson continue to react to NFL writer for CBS Sports Jared Dubin's list where he ranks all 32 NFL supporting casts by grading play callers, offensive lines, and weapons to see which teams have set their quarterbacks up for ultimate success, talk about Jared ranking the Atlanta Falcons 12th out of 32 and putting them in the ‘Above Average Tier', and explain why they think Falcons quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa have plenty weapons to thrive this year.

Andy and Randy talk about video of Michael Penix Jr. throwing and if along with the clips comes a competition and Penix being cleared for 11-on-11.

Carl and Mark get back into Falcons talk as they discuss the QB position and whether or not the team will have to say at the start of camp whether or not Michael Penix Jr. will be a full participant, which Mark makes his case for why he believes if they do not make it known by the start of camp, then Tua Tagovailoa will start. As they discuss, Carl explains, he believes the Falcons will not play any games with fans in regards to the starting QB competition and will know "well ahead" of Week 1 who will be the starter.

In the final hour of today's show, Dukes and Zinno debate the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback situation and whether a competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. is truly fair. They are joined by Grant McAuley to analyze the Atlanta Braves' need for pitching rotation stability and Matt Olson's historic consecutive games streak. The conversation also explores Christian Pulisic's injury status and NBA rumors regarding LeBron James. 02:09 - Falcons Quarterback Competition Debate 06:40 - Mid-Season QB Change Risks 09:40 - World Cup Soccer Atmosphere 17:03 - Grant McAuley Braves Analysis 22:08 - Pitching Staff Trade Needs 28:20 - Christian Pulisic Injury News 35:00 - LeBron James NBA Rumors 38:41 - Kawhi Leonard Trade Investigation

Ali Mac and Mike Johnson spend some time with NFL writer for CBS Sports Tyler Sullivan! Ali, Mike, and Tyler discuss why Tyler thinks Tua Tagovailoa has the inside track when it comes to winning the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback job, how the national perspective on the Falcons will change if Michael Penix Jr. wins the starting quarterback job over Tua and lives up to his high potential, if Tyler thinks the Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is the best running back in the NFL right now, how Tyler feels about the Falcons skill position group, how close guys like Falcons EDGE/linebacker Jalon Walker, Falcons safety Xavier Watts, and Falcons EDGE James Pearce Jr. were to making his Top 25 NFL players age 25 and under list, and what will be the biggest storyline Tyler focuses on once NFL teams open their respective training camps.

HR3 - Falcons would be favorites to win NFC South if they had QB position figured out In hour three Ali Mac, Dylan Mathews, and Mike Johnson, quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to the annual lists ESPN puts out where NFL executives, coaches and scouts rank the top 10 players at every position in the NFL, react to the Top 10 running backs and cornerbacks list talk about Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson being ranked number one on the list this year on the running backs list, react to Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell, not making the top 10 on the cornerbacks list and just being an honorable mention on the list, continue to react to ESPN NFL analysts Mike Clay, Aaron Schatz and Seth Walder ranking every lineup in the NFL and then combining their ballots to form the ultimate preseason roster rankings, react to Mike, Aaron, and Seth having the Falcons ranked tied for 29th best NFL starting lineup, and explain why they think the Falcons lack of recent team success is why they continue to be underrated. Then, Ali, Dylan, and Mike talk about how Mike was potentially a good wing man last night, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Pittsburgh Pirates last night in Pittsburgh 3-0 in game two of their three game series, and talk about how the Braves entire pitching staff helped the offense conquer Pittsburgh Pirates' starting pitcher Jared Jones' great game. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by spending some time with NFL writer for CBS Sports Tyler Sullivan! Ali, Mike, and Tyler discuss why Tyler thinks Tua Tagovailoa has the inside track when it comes to winning the Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback job, how the national perspective on the Falcons will change if Michael Penix Jr. wins the starting quarterback job over Tua and lives up to his high potential, if Tyler thinks the Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is the best running back in the NFL right now, how Tyler feels about the Falcons skill position group, how close guys like Falcons EDGE/linebacker Jalon Walker, Falcons safety Xavier Watts, and Falcons EDGE James Pearce Jr. were to making his Top 25 NFL players age 25 and under list, and what will be the biggest storyline Tyler focuses on once NFL teams open their respective training camps.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Dukes and Mark Zinno react to Landon Donovan's assessment of youth soccer costs and discuss why the U.S. Men's National Team is the Wake Forest of international soccer. They also debate a controversial NFL quarterback tier list that excludes Michael Penix Jr. while highlighting the Atlanta Dream's All-Star representatives and the latest Hawks Summer League news. 02:16 - Donovan on Soccer Costs 06:00 - US Technical Development 11:48 - Soccer Identity Comparison 20:40 - Quarterback Tier List Debated 32:24 - Atlanta Dream All-Stars 36:33 - Hawks Summer League 42:33 - Braves Recent Struggles

Carl and Mark get into some Falcons talk as they react to CBS' Bryan DeArdo's list of quarterback tiers in which Tua Tagovailoa was listed in the sixth and final tier of holdovers and placeholders while Michael Penix Jr. was not listed in any tier, which Carl believes is a bit disrepctful to Penix Jr. as one of the tiers is promising prospects, which Carl believes the third year QB should have been listed.

Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Bill Barnwell to rank every NFL starting QB (and a few backups) by tier. Charlie reveals his tier names (that are for entertainment purposes only) and the guys debate whether CJ Stroud should be ahead of Bryce Young, if Trevor Lawrence should be in the Dak Prescott tier, and where Lamar Jackson ranks among the other top QBs.   0:00 Intro 2:48 Deshaun Watson 3:13 Philip Rivers 3:50 Shedeur Sanders, JJ McCarthy 4:05 Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. 6:09 Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, Geno Smith, Kirk Cousins 7:38 Jacoby Brissett 8:50 Joe Flacco 9:40 Mac Jones 11:07 CJ Stroud 16:00 Bryce Young, Kyler Murray 24:41 Jaxson Dart 24:53 Cam Ward, Fernando Mendoza, Malik Willis, Tyler Shough 29:15 Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts 29:57 Trevor Lawrence 31:02 Baker Mayfield, Brock Purdy, Bo Nix, Jared Goff, Dak Prescott 33:38 Tom Brady 34:34 Jordan Love 35:29 Justin Herbert 35:47 Jayden Daniels 38:36 Drake Maye, Caleb Williams 41:04 Joe Burrow 41:59 Lamar Jackson 43:54 Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford 46:37 Josh Allen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Bill Barnwell to rank every NFL starting QB (and a few backups) by tier. Charlie reveals his tier names (that are for entertainment purposes only) and the guys debate whether CJ Stroud should be ahead of Bryce Young, if Trevor Lawrence should be in the Dak Prescott tier, and where Lamar Jackson ranks among the other top QBs.   0:00 Intro 2:48 Deshaun Watson 3:13 Philip Rivers 3:50 Shedeur Sanders, JJ McCarthy 4:05 Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. 6:09 Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, Geno Smith, Kirk Cousins 7:38 Jacoby Brissett 8:50 Joe Flacco 9:40 Mac Jones 11:07 CJ Stroud 16:00 Bryce Young, Kyler Murray 24:41 Jaxson Dart 24:53 Cam Ward, Fernando Mendoza, Malik Willis, Tyler Shough 29:15 Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts 29:57 Trevor Lawrence 31:02 Baker Mayfield, Brock Purdy, Bo Nix, Jared Goff, Dak Prescott 33:38 Tom Brady 34:34 Jordan Love 35:29 Justin Herbert 35:47 Jayden Daniels 38:36 Drake Maye, Caleb Williams 41:04 Joe Burrow 41:59 Lamar Jackson 43:54 Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford 46:37 Josh Allen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Bill Barnwell to rank every NFL starting QB (and a few backups) by tier. Charlie reveals his tier names (that are for entertainment purposes only) and the guys debate whether CJ Stroud should be ahead of Bryce Young, if Trevor Lawrence should be in the Dak Prescott tier, and where Lamar Jackson ranks among the other top QBs.   0:00 Intro 2:48 Deshaun Watson 3:13 Philip Rivers 3:50 Shedeur Sanders, JJ McCarthy 4:05 Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. 6:09 Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, Geno Smith, Kirk Cousins 7:38 Jacoby Brissett 8:50 Joe Flacco 9:40 Mac Jones 11:07 CJ Stroud 16:00 Bryce Young, Kyler Murray 24:41 Jaxson Dart 24:53 Cam Ward, Fernando Mendoza, Malik Willis, Tyler Shough 29:15 Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts 29:57 Trevor Lawrence 31:02 Baker Mayfield, Brock Purdy, Bo Nix, Jared Goff, Dak Prescott 33:38 Tom Brady 34:34 Jordan Love 35:29 Justin Herbert 35:47 Jayden Daniels 38:36 Drake Maye, Caleb Williams 41:04 Joe Burrow 41:59 Lamar Jackson 43:54 Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford 46:37 Josh Allen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Penn State Nittany Lions land elite quarterback James Armstrong, sparking a high-stakes recruiting battle that could shape the program's future. Can Matt Campbell and his staff hold off powerhouse SEC and Big Ten schools all the way to the 2028 national signing day as NIL dynamics reshape college football? Armstrong's big arm and remarkable mobility draw comparisons to Michael Penix Jr., Cam Newton, and Jayden Daniels—raising the bar for Penn State's quarterback room. Zach Seyko and recruiting expert Brian Smith break down Armstrong's physical tools, scouting insights, and what his early commitment means for the Nittany Lions' 2028 class. The conversation explores the looming QB competition with Will Wood, Penn State's renewed focus on locking down top Pennsylvania talent, and the program's shift in regional recruiting strategy. Can the Nittany Lions sustain this recruiting momentum and build a team ready to challenge for Big Ten dominance? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they discuss if this upcoming season should be considered Michael Penix Jr.'s third season or second season, largely due to the amount of games he missed whether due to not being the starter until late in the season his rookie year and then missing half the season last year after suffering a season ending injury.

Carl and Mike debate the expectations for Michael Penix Jr. and whether he is entering a true sophomore season with the Falcons. They also speak with Grant McAuley about the Braves' rotation and the possibility of adding Ha-Seong Kim to the roster. 01:50 - USMNT Viewership and Celebrities 03:43 - Michael Penix Jr. Expectations 08:45 - Falcons Quarterback Competition Debate 15:22 - Grant McAuley Braves Analysis 26:09 - USMNT Viewership and Controversy 38:31 - LeBron James NBA Rumors 43:10 - Tiger Woods Medical Records

Pick A Side Sports is here — formerly Beyond The Game — and this rebrand episode comes out swinging.LeBron James leaving the Lakers is not just another NBA offseason headline. It is the end of one of the loudest, most debated eras in Lakers history. One championship. One Finals MVP. Eight seasons in Los Angeles. Big numbers, big expectations, and one question that still has fans arguing:Was LeBron's Lakers era a success, or did it leave too much on the table?Q puts the entire Lakers front office on trial as Los Angeles turns the page from LeBron to Luka Dončić and adds Walker Kessler to the mix. Is this the start of a smarter Luka-led Lakers build, or is L.A. panic-building after losing one of the greatest players ever?Then the NBA offseason chaos keeps going. Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto sounds like a movie sequel, but is it a fairy-tale reunion or a nostalgia trap? Ja Morant landing in Portland brings highlights, speed, and serious League Pass energy — but is it a dangerous basketball move or beautiful chaos waiting to fall apart?And the NFL drama is already heating up. Brandon Aiyuk's future, C.J. Stroud's contract conversation, and the Falcons' quarterback debate between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. all hit the docket.This is not lazy hot-take sports talk. This is sports debate with receipts — stats, context, contracts, narratives, fan pressure, and real questions that force you to pick a side.In this episode:LeBron James leaves the LakersLuka Dončić becomes the future of L.A.Walker Kessler joins the Lakers' new buildKawhi Leonard returns to TorontoJa Morant lands in PortlandBrandon Aiyuk's NFL drama continuesC.J. Stroud's contract talks raise questionsFalcons QB debate: Tua or Michael Penix Jr.?No fence sitting. No empty outrage. Just real sports conversations with numbers behind them.Pick a side.

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk briefly and share thoughts on whether or not Michael Penix Jr. has to win the starting  QB job in order to not be considered a bust and agree the third-year QB has still not provided enough "proof" he can be the man for the Falcons.

On this episode of Bleav in Falcons, Bucky Brooks joins Ovie Mughelli and Michael Turner to break down everything happening at Falcons training camp, including the ongoing quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. They discuss the biggest storylines shaping Atlanta's season, key roster battles to watch, standout performers from camp, and the latest news surrounding the Falcons as they prepare for the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they react a poll in which fans are in favor of "whoever gives the team the best chance to win" as the quarterback, however over 20 percent more in favor of Michael Penix Jr. or Tua Tagovailoa.

Carl and Mike analyze a social media poll showing fan preference for Michael Penix Jr. over Tua Tagovailoa in the Falcons' quarterback battle. They discuss the Braves' rotation issues with Grant McAuley and weigh the possibility of a trade for Tarik Skubal. Additionally, they look ahead to the Hawks' draft picks and report on Lionel Messi's record-breaking performance in the World Cup. 01:50 - Messi World Cup Greatness 03:11 - Falcons Quarterback Poll Debate 10:05 - Hawks NBA Draft Rumors 15:26 - Braves Recap With McAuley 20:05 - Tarik Skubal Trade Analysis 30:00 - Hawks Interior Needs 40:06 - Lionel Messi Scoring Record 43:51 - Toy Story 5 Review

Hour Two of the 'Players Only Edition' of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins by asking which Falcons QB gives the team the best chance to win. Hosts Manti Te'o, Mitch Morse, Jahleel Addae, and Lawrence Guy discuss differences between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. All-Pro safety JT Gray talks about joining the Eagles this season. Cam Jordan drops by and looks ahead to his final season in the NFL. Plus, Corner Darnay Holmes is joining the Falcons this season and looks forward to watching the QB competition in Atlanta. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where does your franchise quarterback actually land in dynasty?

Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down the latest NFL news, beginning with the Brendan Sorsby stunner. Where might the wayward, would-be NCAA quarterback go in the Supplemental Draft? Next they tackle Jalen Coker’s extension and Matthew Golden’s supposedly larger role. They end with discussions on the Broncos and Bucs’ backfields, as well as some Jaydon Blue and Isaiah Likely chatter. Description:(2:50) – Pat and Denny analyze Jalen Brunson’s “clutch” gene in the NBA Finals (8:45) – Top Headlines: Brendan Sorsby declares for Supplemental Draft, Jalen Coker signs extension with Panthers (24:20) – More News & Notes: Aaron Glenn plans for “three-headed monster” in backfield, Matthew Golden plays ahead of Jayden read in 2-WR sets (34:05) – Other items of intrigue: RJ Harvey recovering from labrum surgery, Commanders to reportedly use more play-action this season (43:10) – RB Roundup: Kenneth Gainwell labeled “1B” back by Todd Bowles, Jaydon Blue impresses Brian Schottenheimer at OTAs (51:00) – Additional camp reports: Jaxson Dart zeros in on Isaiah Likely, timeline remains murky for Michael Penix Jr.’s returnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.