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NBC Sports NBA writer Kurt Helin

(1:40) – Pat and Denny take issue with an under-discussed moment in Game 2 of the NBA Finals(5:20) – Top Headlines: Texans sign Nick Chubb, Jaxon-Smith Njigba reportedly to lineup outside more in 2025(18:00) – More News & Notes: Play action impact on Aaron Rodgers-DK Metcalf connection, Liam Coen continues to praise Trevor Lawrence(29:25) – Other Items of Intrigue: Jaylen Wright preps for sophomore season, Ravens extend Rashod Bateman(35:55) – Mid-Round WR Values, Pt. 1: Calvin Ridley and Khalil Shakir(43:45) – Mid-Round WR Values, Pt. 2: Josh Downs, Jakobi Meyers, and Luther Burden III

On our newest edition of the sports media POD, host T.J. Rives and co-host Mike Gill return with their insight, info and opinions on the latest.They go over:The NBA Finals are underway with a close game and blowout, but commissioner Adam Silver is already complaining about TV Ratings always being mentioned. Also, is it over for the ABC 3 person booth?Next, the Stanley Cup Coverage is excellent for Turner/TNT. The guys discuss how Kenny Albert Ed Olyczk and Brian Boucher have messed into a great "championship call" night in and night out. They also play Albert's 2OT call of Brad Marchand GW goal for the Panthers.Next, legendary Dick Vitale Re-Ups with ESPN and celebrates his 86th Birthday Plus, TJ has a story of being with Dick at a hall of fame banquet last week in Tampa, too.Next, Mike disses on the Belmont Stakes coverage on Fox. Why with a network known for being so good, was the broadcast soooo lame?!We await the ratings result (drop) for the CBS/WNBA prime time game for Indiana at Chicago WITHOUT Caitlin Clark.Later this week it's the U.S. Open golf on NBC/Golf Channel, where the course at Oakmont Golf Glub just outside Pennsylvania will be THE Story on how hard it is and how difficult to score it will be.Also, they prop a MLB- tremendous Call on Denzel Clarke of the A's leaping catch Monday night by the A's play by play woman, Jenny Cavanar and analyst Dallas Braden.It's all part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscrbe on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

NBC Sports analyst and former NFL QB Chris Simms recently dropped his yearly ranking of all NFL QBs! The midday show has some thoughts on the polarizing analysts list! Find out where Eagles QB Jalen Hurts as well as all other NFL teams qbs landed on Simms list!

NBC Sports lead golf play-by-play voice Dan Hicks joined me to preview the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont, tells me what Oakmont symbolizes in the game of golf, talks about Kevin Kisner in his first major as a lead analyst, tells Tiger and Michael Phelps stories and much more. Incredibly grateful for Dan to taking the time to talk to me and for Golf Channel PR for making it all happen.

In the final hour, Mac & Bone dissect a list from NBC Sports, ranking Dan Morgan as the 27th best GM in the NFL, as they explain why or why not this ranking makes sense, Ralph Russo talks about the ramifications of the House Settlement, making revenue sharing legal in college athletics, they preview the night in sports, read funny texts & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to NBC Sports, Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort is facing a make-or-break season that could result in his firing from the organization. Is it a mistake for the Cards to roll with Kyler Murray this season? Is Trey McBride the best tight-end in pro football?Join Johnny Venerable and Noah Wulbrecht on Thursday's PHNX Cardinals podcast!SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtubeALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsportsMERCH https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phnx-lockerALLCITY Network, Inc. aka PHNX and PHNX Sports is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by the City of PhoenixPHNX Events: Get your tickets to PHNX events and takeovers here: https://gophnx.com/events/ALLCITY — including us here at PHNX — is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America for an exciting three-year partnership. To learn more, visit https://www.bbbs.org/allcity/ bet365: https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485317 Use the code PHNX365 to sign up, deposit $10 and bet $5 to get $150 in bonus bets!Disclaimer: Must be 21+ and physically located in AZ.  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP, text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or visit https://problemgambling.az.gov/Circle K: Join Inner Circle for free by downloading the Circle K app today! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! APS:  Find instant rebates, discounts and special offers on smart thermostats, energy-efficient appliances and more at https://marketplace.aps.com/default/heating-cooling/smart-thermostatsChicken N' Pickle: Family friendly fun awaits! Visit chickennpickle.com to plan your visit today! Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: PHNX for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.DFCU: Show your Cardinals team spirit: Open a Free Checking account online and get an Arizona Cardinals VISA® Debit Card at https://www.DesertFinancial.com/cardinalsGametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Branded Bills: Use code BBPHNX at https://www.brandedbills.com/ for 20% off your first order!Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/phnxWhen you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

(2:00) – Top Headlines: Aaron Rodgers to sign with Steelers this week, Anthony Richardson's latest shoulder injury(15:20) – More News & Notes: pessimistic D.J. Moore reports, D'Andre Swift preparing for big 2025 workload(27:15) – Underrated GMs: Adam Peters and Jason Licht(36:00) – Overrated GMs: Brandon Beane and Mickey Loomis(44:45) – Ascending GMs: John Spytek and Eliot Wolf 

Tom Curran welcomes in Chris Simms of NBC Sports to debate his recent QB tier rankings ahead of the 2025 NFL season and share his thoughts on Drake Maye ahead of his sophomore year. Then, Phil Perry joins to react to Simms' QB rankings and discuss the potential for breakout years from Ja'Lynn Polk and Cole Strange. 4:10- Chris Simms explains his reasoning for ranking Drake Maye in the bottom half of his list10:50- Why Simms is optimistic Maye will take a leap in development this year17:50- How great will the impact of Josh McDaniels be on Maye's development?24:20- Phil reacts to Simms' Drake Maye ranking28:20- Tom and Phil discuss the chances Ja'Lynn Polk and Cole Strange break out in 2025 WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

NBC Sports lead NBA writer joined Andy Gresh, who is filling in for Bill, to discuss the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau, who New York could hire as their next head coach and preview the Thunder-Pacers NBA Finals matchup.

Roland Garros with Drew Dinsick, ''Chief Vibes Guy'' for NBC Sports ''Bet the Edge'' by Ed Lane

(2:20) – Pat and Denny discuss “best practices” for summer road trip(5:45) – Top Headlines: QB1 chances for Jayden Daniels, Jets' reported plans for more Braelon Allen touches(20:25) – More News & Notes: Concern level with Lions after Frank Ragnow retirement, Kyle Shanahan weighs in on Christian McCaffrey's workload(31:30) – TE Breakdown: Jonnu Smith stays in Miami after reported trade, John Harbaugh's All-Pro comments for Isaiah Likely, Patrick Mahomes praises Travis Kelce

In this edition of Hoopsology, Big DAVE joins Matt and Justin to discuss whether the Chicago Bulls can rise to the top of the NBA again or are doomed to failure due to their front office. DAVE also chats about his memories of seeing MJ's flu game in person, Jordan's involvement with NBC Sports coverage of the NBA, and more. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/ Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBC Sports football analyst Chris Simms joins "49ers Talk" host Matt Maiocco to break down San Francisco and quarterback Brock Purdy. Simms' annual QB countdown assesses the NFL's top signal-callers and where they stand in the position group. Simms details what goes into his evaluation of quarterbacks and the attributes Purdy possesses that traditional metrics might not track. Also, Jennifer Lee Chan joins Matt to analyze how the impending addition of edge rusher Bryce Huff from the Philadelphia Eagles might affect the newly retooled defensive line.--(2:00) 49ers make interesting trade with Eagles for DE Huff(10:00) 49ers trying to reestablish successful defensive identity(12:00) Will Saleh ask more from linebackers (especially Warner) in pass rush?(20:00) Why Simms likes 49ers' offseason transformation(30:00) Simms compares backup Mac Jones to former Shanahan QB Matt Schaub(33:00) What is Simms process in ranking NFL QBs?(39:00) Purdy top 6-7 NFL QB in intangibles that can't be graded with metrics(43:00) Why Simms expects bounce-back 2025 season from Purdy

Can the Lions still win the Super Bowl?

The best conversations from Ken and Anthony during the past week. Discussing Myles Garrett's absence from voluntary OTAs after signing his massive contract extension in the offseason, whether Jose Ramirez is a 'cautionary tale' for MLB, and identifying who is the face of the NBA at the moment. Plus, what Tyrese Haliburton's emergence as a superstar means for Donovan Mitchell, and breaking down Michael Jordan joining NBC Sports as a 'special contributor.'

(1:45) – Reaction to Terry Bradshaw's comments about Aaron Rodgers joining the Steelers(5:00) – Top Headlines: Malik Nabers “won't do much” this spring due to toe injury, no limitations for Rashee Rice(16:10) – Commanders Storylines: Terry McLaurin absent at OTAs, Jaden Daniels bulks up for Year 2(24:20) – More News & Notes: Potential Steelers-Jonnu Smith trade, Josh Downs dealing with toe injury, Ricky Pearsall's offseason work with Brock Purdy(39:50) – Other OTA News & Notes: Trust level with Kyle Pitts, Bears to utilize more screen passes with Ben Johnson

Best of the BBI (jury duty, don't you know) with Mark Pope, (19:00) new Wildcat Reece Potter, (39:00) Kenny Rice of NBC Sports and (59:00) Keith Farmer of BBN Tonight and WLEX

It's the newest edition of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" off the Memorial Day Weekend covering everyting from racing to the NBA to MLB having new interest in Sunday night baseball?Host T.J. Rives and co-host Mike Gill are back and go over:- Indy 500 scores BIG in the ratings in it's Fox Debut. Why did it do so well?- The NBA is one game away from a Thunder/Pacers Finals and is that going to be an audience disaster or sign of a new wave of NBA stars that have to take over?- Plus, the NBA on Turner "Swansong" coming at the end of Pacers/Knicks after 40+ years of doing pro basketball.- Also, Caitlin Clark is injured- are the WNBA Interest/Ratings about to suffer?- New- NBC And Apple reportedly are neegotiating For the Sunday Night MLB package that ESPN apparently no longer wants.- And, it's late May and we have  in-fighting For conferences over the College Football Playoff format. The guys explain and detail the greedy moves by the SEC and Big Ten upcoming.It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast," and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

It's the newest edition of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" off the Memorial Day Weekend covering everyting from racing to the NBA to MLB having new interest in Sunday night baseball?Host T.J. Rives and co-host Mike Gill are back and go over:- Indy 500 scores BIG in the ratings in it's Fox Debut. Why did it do so well?- The NBA is one game away from a Thunder/Pacers Finals and is that going to be an audience disaster or sign of a new wave of NBA stars that have to take over?- Plus, the NBA on Turner "Swansong" coming at the end of Pacers/Knicks after 40+ years of doing pro basketball.- Also, Caitlin Clark is injured- are the WNBA Interest/Ratings about to suffer?- New- NBC And Apple reportedly are neegotiating For the Sunday Night MLB package that ESPN apparently no longer wants.- And, it's late May and we have  in-fighting For conferences over the College Football Playoff format. The guys explain and detail the greedy moves by the SEC and Big Ten upcoming.It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast," and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

NBC Sports' Drew Dinsick joins the show to break down his thoughts on the Eastern & Western Conference Finals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(3:10) – Pat questions Denny about his current grill status as summer approaches(6:15) – Top Headlines: Kirk Cousins reportedly on Steelers' radar, Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed rounding back into form, Tyler Shough vs Spencer Rattler competition(20:10) – More News & Notes: Ben Johnson “extremely impressed” by Rome Odunze, positive signs for rookie TEs Harold Fannin Jr. and Elijah Arroyo(38:00) – Good Run Blocking OL: Colts and Cardinals(44:30) – Bad Run Blocking OL: Steelers and Patriots 

5.27.25, Kurt Helin from NBC Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the NBA Playoffs conference finals and evaluates player performances throughout the series.

5.27.25 Hour 3, Ben Standig from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give an update on the Commanders including OTA's and Terry McLaurin's contract situation. Denton Day brings up a possible QB controversy in the NFC South. Kurt Helin from NBC Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the NBA Playoffs conference finals and evaluates player performances throughout the series.

5.27.25 Hour 1, Denton Day filling in for Kevin Sheehan talks about the NBA Playoffs and keys in on the Thunder vs Timberwolves series. Denton Day and Producer Max react to the news of Caitlin Clark suffering an injury and being expected to miss multiple weeks. Denton Day and Max give their thoughts on a recent poll that shows fans are coming around to accepting the Commanders' team name. 5.27.25 Hour 2, Denton Day, Producer Max, Lynnell Willingham and video producer Brian debate whether lemonade is a juice or not and Denton ponders on who the top 3 Commanders are. Producer Max and callers give their top 3 Commanders players. 5.27.25 Hour 3, Ben Standig from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to give an update on the Commanders including OTA's and Terry McLaurin's contract situation. Denton Day brings up a possible QB controversy in the NFC South. Kurt Helin from NBC Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the NBA Playoffs conference finals and evaluates player performances throughout the series.

NBASports.com lead NBA reporter joined Bill to discuss why Anthony Edwards has struggled shooting the ball, how much credit the Thunder deserve for their defensive efforts, if either the Pacers or Knicks could beat Oklahoma City and if Tyrese Haliburton should be considered a championship player.

Bill opened hour two by breaking down the Eastern and Western Conference Finals with NBCSports.com lead NBA writer Kurt Helin before diving into Buy or Sell. The show ends with Bill explaining why Kirk Cousins would be a better option at quarterback for the Steelers than Aaron Rodgers.

5/26/25 - Hour 2 Guest host Brian Webber is joined by Kurt Helin of NBC Sports to talk about the latest in the NBA. Brian wonders where Aaron Rodgers is at? And does Bill Belichick have boxing in his future? Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/overreactionmonday⁠⁠⁠⁠  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://apple.co/whatthefootball⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Jim Jackson Show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432⁠⁠⁠⁠ No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The best interviews and guest spots on The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive during the past week. Featuring Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, former Cavs NBA champion Channing Frye, Nick Shook of NFL.com, Chronicle Telegram baseball writer Chris Assenheimer, FOX and NBC Sports basketball broadcaster John Fanta, and Scott Braun of Foul Territory.

The best interviews and guest spots on The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive during the past week. Featuring Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, former Cavs NBA champion Channing Frye, Nick Shook of NFL.com, Chronicle Telegram baseball writer Chris Assenheimer, FOX and NBC Sports basketball broadcaster John Fanta, and Scott Braun of Foul Territory.

The best interviews and guest spots on The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive during the past week. Featuring Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, former Cavs NBA champion Channing Frye, Nick Shook of NFL.com, Chronicle Telegram baseball writer Chris Assenheimer, FOX and NBC Sports basketball broadcaster John Fanta, and Scott Braun of Foul Territory.

Howie Zales is an Emmy Awarded camera operator who started his career at the NFL Network and NBC Sports. His passion for broadcasting led him to found Viridity Entertainment Services (VES), a streaming and professionally-recorded in-house productions service offering TV-quality livestream to corporations. Their clients include T Mobile, Capital One, The Food Network, hip hop group Salt-N-Pepa, and more. His other company, which he founded and has operated for over 24 years, is HJC Productions, Inc., a nationwide television crewing company for sports, entertainment and studio productions. Howie also mentors the next generation of freelance technicians through his mentoring program The Broadcast Sports Course. Howie Zales: “ Growing up I was super into sports, baseball being my favorite. Like any kid or friend my age, I wanted to play professional sports as my job.  "I knew I was headed for sports. I just didn't know where or how. “ In 11th grade, I needed one class to fill out my course selection. There was an elective that was a TV production class. The description was: a trip to New York City to tour NBC studios and 30 Rockefeller Center, and watching a TV show being taped. I thought ‘how bad could it be!' “I ended up loving the class. I loved my teacher, Mrs. Jason, and her husband was a field producer for Good Morning America who spoke to the class on a lot of occasions. “I already had a love of sports, and now I had this new passion for TV.   I also knew I needed a backup to my professional baseball plan. BOOM! Now I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I was going to get into sports TV”.

He has one of the most exciting play by play jobs in all of sports. Larry Collmus is the live track announcer for some of the biggest moments in horse racing, including NBC Sports coverage of the "Triple Crown" races. And, he's with our host Mike Gill on a special editoin of the "LWOS Media Podcast!"The 59 year old Collmus, a Baltimore, MD, native, is off his thrilling call of "Journalism," the horse who narrowly lost the 2025 Kentucky Derby finishing second, roaring from behind to narrowly win the Preakness this past weekend.Larry gives Mike insight into all that goes into seeing and calling a dramatic race like last Saturday and talks more about his long career as an announcer at famous tracks all over the U.S. Collmus has been with NBC since 2011 and continues quite a run as such a recognizable voice in sports play by play.Hear him on the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Wednesday night had one of the craziest NBA games we've ever seen in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final between the Pacers and the Knicks and we have to react to what we saw. To get his opinion on the game and the series moving forward, we invite Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) from NBC Sports back to the pod! How were the Pacers able to come back in that game, what did the Knicks do wrong that made them choke their lead? Will the Knicks be able to recover from this game or is it the Pacers' series moving forward? In the West, is there anything that will stop the Thunder, or will the Timberwolves be able to show some fight? We also talk some offseason College Football with Brad as it comes faster than you expect. We get his offseason betting approach and some win totals that he is looking to bet for the upcoming season!

He has one of the most exciting play by play jobs in all of sports. Larry Collmus is the live track announcer for some of the biggest moments in horse racing, including NBC Sports coverage of the "Triple Crown" races. And, he's with our host Mike Gill on a special editoin of the "LWOS Media Podcast!"The 59 year old Collmus, a Baltimore, MD, native, is off his thrilling call of "Journalism," the horse who narrowly lost the 2025 Kentucky Derby finishing second, roaring from behind to narrowly win the Preakness this past weekend.Larry gives Mike insight into all that goes into seeing and calling a dramatic race like last Saturday and talks more about his long career as an announcer at famous tracks all over the U.S. Collmus has been with NBC since 2011 and continues quite a run as such a recognizable voice in sports play by play.Hear him on the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

(04:00) – Top Headlines: NFL Owners approve players to play Flag Football in 2028 Olympics, tush push remains legal in 2025(13:10) – More News & Notes: Elevated workloads expected for De'Von Achane and Garrett Wilson, Kyle Williams impresses at Patriots OTAs(31:00) – Controversial ADPs, Pt. 1: Kenneth Walker III, Tyreek Hill, and D.J. Moore (44:30) – Controversial ADPs, Pt. 2: Stefon Diggs, Sam LaPorta, and Brandon Aiyuk  

(2:25) – Matthew gives a shout-out to members of the Happy Hour and explains why Knicks fans drink free(11:40) – Best Ball 101: How leagues differ from redraft(15:05) – Tips for drafting Best Ball Teams: Ideal roster construction, team stacking, Week 17 correlations(25:00) – “Call Your Shot”: Why ADPs for Trevor Lawrence, Jauan Jennings, Justin Fields, Josh Downs, Travis Hunter, Kyle Monangai, Jaydon Blue, and Tyler Warren will rise(38:55) – Rotoworld Player News: Brock Purdy's new contract, Kellen Moore's plan for Saints QBs, potential Titans RBBC(49:20) – Last Call: NFC East Champion bets 

Phil Perry empties his notebook with his biggest takeaways from Patriots OTAs on Tuesday. Later, Phil talks with Cal's head coach Justin Wilcox to get to know more about Craig Woodson. 4:00-Let's not panic about Drake Maye throwing 4 interceptions11:00-How much will be on Maye's plate under a Josh McDaniels' offense?15:30-The offensive variety we saw from McDaniels18:30-First impressions of the rookies 28:00-Justin Wilcox interview WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

We're back with another edition talking all things sports media, as Caitlin Clark and the WNBA have returned, a crazy finish and great race call to the Preakness, Bill Belichick is still trying to rehab his image and more on the "LWOS Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and co-host Mike Gill return with their insight and analysis on the topics this week.What about the Clark/Angel Reese contraoversy and how the WNBA continues in year two of having a transcendent player to botch the situaion and promotion, etc.? Still, the ratings for her games with Indiana are tremendous by their previous standard. The guys discuss.There's alson NBA Playoffs talk and can the NY Knicks save the ratings for ESPN/ABC in the Finals? Also, the ECF series of Knicks/Pacers willl be the last games on Turner for awhile.They also go over the outstanding race call finish to the 2025 Preakness with announcer Larry Colmus and discuss how to make the Triple Crown races better attended by the top horses.Plus talk on Scottie Scheffler winning the PGA Champ on CBS, the NHL Final Four for the Stanley Cup Playoffs are set, the Indy 500 goes to Fox Sunday and Scott Hanson is back on NFL Redzone too!It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

We're back with another edition talking all things sports media, as Caitlin Clark and the WNBA have returned, a crazy finish and great race call to the Preakness, Bill Belichick is still trying to rehab his image and more on the "LWOS Media Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and co-host Mike Gill return with their insight and analysis on the topics this week.What about the Clark/Angel Reese contraoversy and how the WNBA continues in year two of having a transcendent player to botch the situaion and promotion, etc.? Still, the ratings for her games with Indiana are tremendous by their previous standard. The guys discuss.There's alson NBA Playoffs talk and can the NY Knicks save the ratings for ESPN/ABC in the Finals? Also, the ECF series of Knicks/Pacers willl be the last games on Turner for awhile.They also go over the outstanding race call finish to the 2025 Preakness with announcer Larry Colmus and discuss how to make the Triple Crown races better attended by the top horses.Plus talk on Scottie Scheffler winning the PGA Champ on CBS, the NHL Final Four for the Stanley Cup Playoffs are set, the Indy 500 goes to Fox Sunday and Scott Hanson is back on NFL Redzone too!It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

(06:20) – Top Headlines: Brock Purdy agrees to 5-Year/$265M contract extension, Travis Hunter reportedly to “play a major role” in Jaguars offense(21:50) – More News & Notes: Marvin Harrison Jr. bulks up, Giants plan for Jaxson Dart in 2025(32:30) - Titans could have a three-headed backfield this season (39:00) – Broncos Best Ball Stack(45:10) – Raiders Best Ball Stack(49:00) – Titans Best Ball Stack

NBC Sports' Drew Dinsick joins the show to react to Thunder vs. Nuggets and looks ahead to the Conference Finals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports' Drew Dinsick joins the show to react to Thunder vs. Nuggets and looks ahead to the Conference Finals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(3:10) – Reaction to report that Caleb Williams tried to force his way out of Chicago before the 2024 Draft(7:20) – Toughest and Easiest 2025 Schedules: Giants, Browns, 49ers,(18:35) – Notable bye weeks and schedules to target in Best Ball drafts(27:10) – 2025 SNF matchups to circle on the calendar(30:00) – More News & Notes: Derrick Henry agrees to 2-year extension with Ravens, Dak Prescott's praise for George Pickens(40:40) – Other Notable Headlines: Lions OC predicts “breakout year” for Jameson Williams, more Kaleb Johnson hype from Steelers reporters 

Tom Curran and Phil Perry go through the Patriots' 2025 schedule game by game to give their predictions for the upcoming season. They break down why fans should be excited about the first four games, and give win-loss predictions for each game. 1:00-Breaking down the first four games for the Patriots3:30-Win/loss predictions for the full schedule8:00-Pats face a stretch going against rookie QBs17:15-What games will the Patriots be favorites in? WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

(1:40) – SNF lineup for 2025(5:50) – Notable schedules: Bills, Commanders, Giants, Browns, Lions + expanded International Games(23:55) – Navigating bye weeks, Week 17 stacking scenarios, early-season defensive streamers(34:30) – QB #1-10: Joe Burrow, Justin Fields(39:10) – RB #1-10: Derrick Henry(43:55) – WR + TE #1-10: Drake London, Jonnu Smith(49:30) – Last Call: Favorite regular season win total bets following the schedule release 

(1:30) – Should we be comparing Anthony Edwards to Michael Jordan?(6:15) – Impact of Derek Carr's retirement on the Saints(15:50) – Rookie Roundup: Jaydon Blue's path to RB1 in Dallas, positive reports about Commanders' Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Woody Marks to backup Joe Mixon, Savion Williams' role with Packers(30:30) – Mock Draft RB Trends: Jahmyr Gibbs goes #1 Overall, ranking Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor falls to RB9(38:15) – Mock Draft WR Thoughts: Nico Collins vs Brian Thomas Jr. vs Malik Nabers in the second tier, Deebo Samuels' impact on Terry McLaurin(45:35) – More Mock Draft Notes: Tyrone Tracy goes ahead of Cam Skattebo, favorite RB dead zone picks

(00:00) Week 10 Monday Night Football: Eagles at Packers on ESPN/ABC(04:38) Mason Graham vomited during 11 on 11s on Day 2 of rookie minicamp(07:24) Travis Hunter started with offense at rookie minicamp, will work on defense next week(11:48) Brian Callahan says no dramatic changes to Cam Ward's mechanics (20:06) 49ers believe QB Mac Jones is still capable of being a starter(29:42) PFT Live Draft: Rookies we can't wait to see in action week 1(36:36) Welcome to NBC Sports, Michael Jordan 

On Wed.'s No Dunks, the guys discuss Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers scoring the final eight points in 47 seconds to stun the short-handed Cavs, who's to blame for Cleveland's epic collapse, whether the Warriors can win despite Steph Curry's hamstring strain, Wolves coach Chris Finch calling out Anthony Edwards' effort, and the Buddy Hield-Jimmy Butler future podcast. That, plus Gregg Popovich officially passes the Spurs coaching baton to Mitch Johnson, front office awards, and NBC Sports using an AI-generated voice for its NBA coverage and promotion.▶️ Join our Playback room: https://www.playback.tv/nodunks