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Caleb's other show, 60 Minute Drill, is back. If you didn't know, he does a show about the politics of the NFL with Arif Hasan and Ed Zitron. This is the first episode of the new season, in which we discuss the ongoing crisis of the NFLPA (player's union), what that means for upcoming contract negotiations, and more. You can support us at our brand new Patreon: www.Patreon.com/60MinuteDrill or on bluesky @60minutedrill.com

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with former NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith to discuss his new book Turf Wars. We dive into his firsthand experiences negotiating with NFL owners, the battles that shaped player rights, and the high-stakes conflicts that changed the game both on and off the field. De shares behind-the-scenes stories, legal insights, and leadership lessons from his years at the forefront of labor relations in professional football. Whether you're a coach, agent,athlete, or simply a fan of the game, this episode pulls back the curtain on the real power struggles in the NFL. Buy De book at www.turfwarsbook.com Call Jill to set up a meeting if you need representation. https://calendly.com/jillbaxter/one-on-one-meeting Visit Jill's Website Jill's Website Subscribe to Jill's Podcast

#228: Bill Curry is a former NFL & Pro Bowl player,  2x Super Bowl champion, and celebrated college football coach whose life in the game has spanned more than 50 years. A Georgia native, he starred at center for Georgia Tech before playing ten seasons in the NFL, where he snapped the ball to legends like Bart Starr and Johnny Unitas. Curry won a championship with Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl I and later captained the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III and V, earning respect across the league for his toughness and leadership. He also served as the president of the NFL Players Association. Following his playing days, Curry turned to coaching, where his influence extended far beyond the field. He served as head coach at Georgia Tech, Alabama, Kentucky, and later became the inaugural coach at Georgia State, building their program from the ground up. During his time coaching he was awarded ACC Coach of the Year, 2x SEC Coach of the Year, & the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year. Known for his integrity, passion, and commitment to developing young men, Curry also became an acclaimed author and speaker, using football as a platform to share lessons of perseverance, teamwork, and character. His career as both a champion player and a transformative coach has left a lasting mark on the sport. More importantly he shares advice and lessons from his marriage of over 62 years, as well as his faith.For more on Coach Curry check out billcurry.net Enjoy the show!

Fantasy football fun is here—and with it comes the stress of rivalries, drama and other pressures – like coming in last in your league and facing an embarrassing punishment. Former NFL All-Pro fullback Ovie Mughelli will share insider tips for making the most of your season while keeping the focus on fun. Ovie is teaming up with DenTek® to talk about how to choose a winning lineup, reduce game-day stress, and avoid habits like grinding your teeth when the competition gets intense. Plus, he'll share the details of the laugh-out-loud Ultimate Fantasy Football Punishment Contest, giving fantasy veterans and rookies alike a reason to smile all season long. DenTek® is the #1 over-the-counter dental guard brand,* tackling the issue head-on with their “Fantasy Guards” campaign.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT FANTASY FOOTBALL WILL INCLUDE:1.      FUN — Expert tips for enjoying the game when picking a team and players2.      GAME TIME — The excitement and laughs of the ‘Ultimate Fantasy Football Punishment' contest3.      DEFENSE — Strategies to reduce game-day anxiety and protect your smile4.      PRO PROTECTION — How to protect your winning grin during the season with custom fit nighttime mouthguards  Ovie Mughelli is a Strategic Business Partner, Inspiring Speaker, and Sustainability Leader. His name means “King” in his parents' native tongue of Urhobo. Widely recognized as a two-time All-Pro NFL veteran, Ovie played nine seasons with the Baltimore Ravens and Atlanta Falcons. During his sophomore year in the NFL, he sustained an injury and was told he would never fully recover. Rather than allowing it to define him, he used it as motivation to become one of the highest-paid fullbacks in the league at the time. Today, Ovie focuses on educating and providing solutions in the healthcare space, helping practitioners and corporate decision-makers deliver better services to patients and employees while also improving profitability.On a personal level, Ovie is known for his love of life, good energy, and devotion to family. His children are his greatest inspiration and keep him grounded. A lifelong singer, he has been part of the church choir since childhood and even performed as a lead in the NFL Players Association men's choir. Though relentless and strong-willed in his pursuits, Ovie connects easily with others through empathy and laughter. He enjoys spending downtime with his children, gaming, and watching movies with his wife, Masika. Passionate about preparing his children for adulthood, he also takes pride in being a devoted husband.For Ovie, success is not measured by accolades alone but by peace, happiness, and the ability to provide for his family. Guided by the principle of doing unto others as he would have them do unto him, he strives to be remembered as someone who gave more than he took and who consistently added value to the lives of others—especially the youth.When it comes to entrepreneurship, Ovie has learned that the journey mirrors the unpredictability of professional sports, with “Hail Marys” often becoming part of the process when one is deeply committed to a mission. Through his speaking platform, he encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to research thoroughly, embrace failure and adversity as part of the process, and build resilience to come back stronger than before. His message extends beyond business ownership, inspiring forward-thinking professionals to push themselves into the top 5% of their fields by outworking their peers strategically, persevering with wisdom, and learning from every mistake. Ovie visits with Mark alyn on this edition of Late Night Health.Find out more at: www.DenTek.com/UltimatePunishment Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Fantasy football fun is here—and with it comes the stress of rivalries, drama and other pressures – like coming in last in your league and facing an embarrassing punishment. Former NFL All-Pro fullback Ovie Mughelli will share insider tips for making the most of your season while keeping the focus on fun. Ovie is teaming up with DenTek® to talk about how to choose a winning lineup, reduce game-day stress, and avoid habits like grinding your teeth when the competition gets intense. Plus, he'll share the details of the laugh-out-loud Ultimate Fantasy Football Punishment Contest, giving fantasy veterans and rookies alike a reason to smile all season long. DenTek® is the #1 over-the-counter dental guard brand,* tackling the issue head-on with their “Fantasy Guards” campaign.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT FANTASY FOOTBALL WILL INCLUDE:1.      FUN — Expert tips for enjoying the game when picking a team and players2.      GAME TIME — The excitement and laughs of the ‘Ultimate Fantasy Football Punishment' contest3.      DEFENSE — Strategies to reduce game-day anxiety and protect your smile4.      PRO PROTECTION — How to protect your winning grin during the season with custom fit nighttime mouthguards  Ovie Mughelli is a Strategic Business Partner, Inspiring Speaker, and Sustainability Leader. His name means “King” in his parents' native tongue of Urhobo. Widely recognized as a two-time All-Pro NFL veteran, Ovie played nine seasons with the Baltimore Ravens and Atlanta Falcons. During his sophomore year in the NFL, he sustained an injury and was told he would never fully recover. Rather than allowing it to define him, he used it as motivation to become one of the highest-paid fullbacks in the league at the time. Today, Ovie focuses on educating and providing solutions in the healthcare space, helping practitioners and corporate decision-makers deliver better services to patients and employees while also improving profitability.On a personal level, Ovie is known for his love of life, good energy, and devotion to family. His children are his greatest inspiration and keep him grounded. A lifelong singer, he has been part of the church choir since childhood and even performed as a lead in the NFL Players Association men's choir. Though relentless and strong-willed in his pursuits, Ovie connects easily with others through empathy and laughter. He enjoys spending downtime with his children, gaming, and watching movies with his wife, Masika. Passionate about preparing his children for adulthood, he also takes pride in being a devoted husband.For Ovie, success is not measured by accolades alone but by peace, happiness, and the ability to provide for his family. Guided by the principle of doing unto others as he would have them do unto him, he strives to be remembered as someone who gave more than he took and who consistently added value to the lives of others—especially the youth.When it comes to entrepreneurship, Ovie has learned that the journey mirrors the unpredictability of professional sports, with “Hail Marys” often becoming part of the process when one is deeply committed to a mission. Through his speaking platform, he encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to research thoroughly, embrace failure and adversity as part of the process, and build resilience to come back stronger than before. His message extends beyond business ownership, inspiring forward-thinking professionals to push themselves into the top 5% of their fields by outworking their peers strategically, persevering with wisdom, and learning from every mistake. Ovie visits with Mark alyn on this edition of Late Night Health.Find out more at: www.DenTek.com/UltimatePunishment Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Alexion recently launched the second film in its Rare Connections series, Rare Connections in gMG.Managing editor Jack O'Brien talks with Lucid Diagnostics' chief technology and compliance officer Dr. Brian deGuzman about the company's nationwide initiative to provide education and testing for esophageal precancer.He explains how the NFLPA factors into the effort, which launched in Cincinnati, and how it is expanding across the country to address the heightened risk these athletes have for developing esophageal pre-cancer.Check us out at: mmm-online.com  Fast Break theme music: Mark Buergler - On The Run, Triple Scoop Music Step into the future of health media at the MM+M Media Summit on October 30th, 2025 live in NYC! Join top voices in pharma marketing for a full day of forward-thinking discussions on AI, streaming, retail media, and more. Explore the latest in omnichannel strategy, personalization, media trust, and data privacy—all under one roof. Don't wait—use promo code PODCAST for $100 off your individual ticket. Click here to register! AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket! Check us out at: mmm-online.com Follow us: YouTube: @MMM-onlineTikTok: @MMMnewsInstagram: @MMMnewsonlineTwitter/X: @MMMnewsLinkedIn: MM+M To read more of the most timely, balanced and original reporting in medical marketing, subscribe here.Music: “Deep Reflection” by DP and Triple Scoop Music.

What rule in the NFL would you want to change?

The acting top executive for NFL players says additional regular season games may not be on the horizon. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. DeMaurice Smith with a tell all book and now a tell us interview with C&D The Braves good fortunes continue in Miami Business of Sports - Mizuno Golf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DeMaurice has written a terrific and insightful book.... TURF WARS: The Fight for the Soul of America’s Game More than just a story of labor battles and legal fights, TURF WARS situates the NFL’s controversies within a larger cultural and historical framework, revealing how the league’s meteoric rise reflects America’s own struggles with race, power, and economic disparity. DeMaurice is the ultimate insider - for fourteen years, he led the NFLPA through some of the league’s most contentious crises—including Colin Kaepernick’s protests, Deflategate, a lockout, and two collective bargaining agreements—standing as the players’ fiercest advocate against a system designed to silence them. Now, for the first time, Smith pulls back the curtain on the inner workings of the league and the billion-dollar machine that profits off its athletes while keeping them in check.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd unpacks the troubling patterns that emerge after every mass shooting, from how the public rushes to confirm their priors to how culture wars are inflamed when a shooter's identity becomes politicized. With the FBI investigating the latest tragedy as a possible hate crime, trust in law enforcement once again splits along partisan lines, reflecting the deeper polarization running through government agencies and public perception alike. Then, Todd previews his conversation with DeMaurice Smith as he turns to the looming era of labor strife in professional sports—examining how the NFL operates as a “socialist experiment,” how name-image-likeness deals and the transfer portal are shifting the mindset of athletes, and why collective bargaining disputes will be on the horizon.Then, Chuck Todd is joined by former NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith to discuss his new book Turf Wars and the untold battles behind the modern NFL. Smith reflects on how he—despite never playing the game—won the trust of star athletes, navigated intense resistance from owners, and fought for free agency and labor protections. He shares candid stories of his uphill battle to lead the NFLPA, from owners attempting to block his election to risking his career to stand with players.Smith also offers a rare look inside the billionaire owners' club, likening it to a feudal kingdom where prestige and profit outweigh fairness. He reveals how Roger Goodell consolidated power, why Jerry Jones remains a polarizing force, and how owners exploit their franchises like personal toys. From hidden revenues to weak contract protections, Smith explains why the NFL has thrived financially while leaving players vulnerable. And with college athletes gaining leverage and younger NFL players more empowered, Smith warns that a seismic labor showdown between players and owners may be on the horizon.Finally, he answers listeners' questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment.Timeline:(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)00:00 Chuck Todd's Introduction01:00 There's a pattern to every mass/school shooting02:15 People always look to confirm their priors with every shooting03:30 The shooter being trans could inflame the culture wars04:30 Shooting could be politicized in all the wrong ways06:00 FBI announces it will be investigated as terrorism/hate crime07:00 Trust and favorability of law enforcement is polarized10:00 Agencies are being run by partisans acting partisanly12:45 The public & Trump view everything through a partisan lens14:45 DeMaurice Smith TEASE18:00 We're about to enter an era of labor strife in professional sports19:45 The NFL is one of the great socialist experiments in America22:30 The attitude of future NFL players will change due to NIL/Xfer portal23:45 We'll likely see collective bargaining amongst college players26:45 DeMaurice Smith joins the Chuck ToddCast 29:45 Why write Turf Wars? Why did the story need to be told? 31:45 Similarities between political oligarchs & NFL owners 33:15 Why did you get the NFLPA job despite never playing? 35:00 Players voted to strike in 80's then crossed picket line 36:45 Players went through years of litigation to get free agency 38:15 NFL tried to stop NFLPA from hiring DeMaurice 41:15 DeMaurice forced to risk his job to run for NFLPA job 43:15 Was it hard to connect with the players? 45:15 Star players vouched for DeMaurice to their teammates 46:00 Goodell visited with multiple teams and it went BADLY 51:15 DeMaurice was warned, NFL owners are the worst people 51:45 NFL owners view their team as a toy, vehicle for prestige 53:45 Owners try to pull equity out of their team without selling it 55:00 Relationship with Robert Kraft 57:00 Tension between younger and older owners 57:30 The good and bad of Jerry Jones 58:15 Jerry Jones frustrated with "freeloading" owners 1:00:00 The NFL is a feudal kingdom 1:00:30 Pete Rozelle vs Roger Goodell 1:03:00 Goodell has done an incredible job generating revenue 1:04:00 Mike Brown isn't a billionaire without Goodell 1:04:30 What would the league look like without owners, Packers model? 1:06:00 Packers requirement to publicly report gives insight into league 1:08:00 The only rule NFL placed on itself was Rooney Rule, don't follow it 1:08:45 The NFL is comfortable knowing it's basically above the law 1:09:45 How much revenue was the NFL hiding under its nonprofit status? 1:10:45 The league gave up nonprofit status to hide salaries, legal issues 1:12:00 NFL contract protections weaker than other sports 1:12:45 NFL culture is "psychologically militaristic" 1:14:15 Players/owners showing solidarity over kneeling for anthem 1:15:30 NFLPA is a microcosm for labor standing up to capital. 1:17:00 College players have more leverage than NFL players 1:18:15 Newer generation of players will change relationship with owners 1:20:30 NFL owners fear educated and empowered players 1:22:15 School should mandate financial literacy courses for players 1:23:30 Are players concerned about the mess at the NFLPA? 1:24:45 Players need to understand owners aren't their friends 1:25:30 There's a war coming between players and ownership1:27:30 Chuck's thoughts on interview with DeMaurice Smith 1:29:30 Ask Chuck 1:29:45 Could local sports coverage change the local news landscape? 1:41:15 Friendly trash talk of Chuck's Miami Hurricanes and Green Bay Packers 1:43:45 Is Marco Rubio having any regrets or second thoughts? 1:49:00 What publication details generational voting records? 1:54:30 Artificial chocolate + coffee flavoring?

Chuck Todd is joined by former NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith to discuss his new book Turf Wars and the untold battles behind the modern NFL. Smith reflects on how he—despite never playing the game—won the trust of star athletes, navigated intense resistance from owners, and fought for free agency and labor protections. He shares candid stories of his uphill battle to lead the NFLPA, from owners attempting to block his election to risking his career to stand with players.Smith also offers a rare look inside the billionaire owners' club, likening it to a feudal kingdom where prestige and profit outweigh fairness. He reveals how Roger Goodell consolidated power, why Jerry Jones remains a polarizing force, and how owners exploit their franchises like personal toys. From hidden revenues to weak contract protections, Smith explains why the NFL has thrived financially while leaving players vulnerable. And with college athletes gaining leverage and younger NFL players more empowered, Smith warns that a seismic labor showdown between players and owners may be on the horizon.Timeline:(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)00:00 DeMaurice Smith joins the Chuck ToddCast03:00 Why write Turf Wars? Why did the story need to be told?05:00 Similarities between political oligarchs & NFL owners06:30 Why did you get the NFLPA job despite never playing?08:15 Players voted to strike in 80's then crossed picket line 10:00 Players went through years of litigation to get free agency11:30 NFL tried to stop NFLPA from hiring DeMaurice14:30 DeMaurice forced to risk his job to run for NFLPA job16:30 Was it hard to connect with the players?18:30 Star players vouched for DeMaurice to their teammates20:15 Goodell visited with multiple teams and it went BADLY24:30 DeMaurice was warned, NFL owners are the worst people25:00 NFL owners view their team as a toy, vehicle for prestige27:00 Owners try to pull equity out of their team without selling it28:15 Relationship with Robert Kraft30:15 Tension between younger and older owners 30:45 The good and bad of Jerry Jones31:30 Jerry Jones frustrated with “freeloading” owners33:15 The NFL is a feudal kingdom33:45 Pete Rozelle vs Roger Goodell36:15 Goodell has done an incredible job generating revenue37:15 Mike Brown isn't a billionaire without Goodell37:45 What would the league look like without owners, Packers model?39:15 Packers requirement to publicly report gives insight into league41:15 The only rule NFL placed on itself was Rooney Rule, don't follow it42:00 The NFL is comfortable knowing it's basically above the law43:00 How much revenue was the NFL hiding under its nonprofit status?44:00 The league gave up nonprofit status to hide salaries, legal issues45:15 NFL contract protections weaker than other sports46:00 NFL culture is “psychologically militaristic”47:30 Players/owners showing solidarity over kneeling for anthem48:45 NFLPA is a microcosm for labor standing up to capital. 50:15 College players have more leverage than NFL players51:30 Newer generation of players will change relationship with owners53:45 NFL owners fear educated and empowered players55:30 School should mandate financial literacy courses for players56:45 Are players concerned about the mess at the NFLPA?58:00 Players need to understand owners aren't their friends58:45 There's a war coming between players and ownership

Today's word of the day is ‘two' as in Cal Raleigh as in Mickey Mantle as in history as in home run race as in MVP race. Raleigh became the first catcher in MLB history to hit 50 home runs. He became the second switch-hitter to do so. Is he the MVP? Is Aaron Judge the MVP? The race is HOT! (11:30) Anthony Volpe has been bad all season. The Yankees have defended him all season. Until now. He's been benched. (21:40) Trey Hendrickson got a $14 million raise for this season from the Bengals. Why? Why would every player not hold out now? The NFLPA must love this! Teams must hate this! (30:00) The Browns traded Kenny Pickett. Now the team is down to three. Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are on the team. (35:40) Review: Amy Bradley is Missing. (39:00) The Orioles signed a new catcher in Samuel Basallo to a longterm deal before he has played a game. Why? How do the other core players feel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘two' as in Cal Raleigh as in Mickey Mantle as in history as in home run race as in MVP race. Raleigh became the first catcher in MLB history to hit 50 home runs. He became the second switch-hitter to do so. Is he the MVP? Is Aaron Judge the MVP? The race is HOT! (11:30) Anthony Volpe has been bad all season. The Yankees have defended him all season. Until now. He's been benched. (21:40) Trey Hendrickson got a $14 million raise for this season from the Bengals. Why? Why would every player not hold out now? The NFLPA must love this! Teams must hate this! (30:00) The Browns traded Kenny Pickett. Now the team is down to three. Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are on the team. (35:40) Review: Amy Bradley is Missing. (39:00) The Orioles signed a new catcher in Samuel Basallo to a longterm deal before he has played a game. Why? How do the other core players feel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 123 | DP & McGheeIn this episode, David Paro and Tim McGhee kick things off with their signature Spotlight on Sponsorships before diving into big stories across the sports business landscape. They wrap things up with a conversation with Ahmad Nassar, Executive Director of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) and CEO of Winners Alliance.✨ Spotlight on Sponsorships

New leadership in the NFLPA. What should they expect. The problem with the starters not playing in the preseason. Sponsored by. @Cooking Dads Drink Reviews

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Send us a textMike Florio, creator and longtime editor of Pro Football Talk, author, radio host, television commentator, co-host of the Daily NFL Talk Show on Peacock with Chris Sims, and contributor to NBC's Sunday night NFL Studio show, Football Night in America, joins to talk about the latest in the ongoing NFL Players Association saga, why he believes that Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns was the worst transaction in the history of professional football and what the future battles between the NFL Players Association and NFL might look like.Thank you for listening! For the latest in sports law news and analysis, you can follow Gabe Feldman on twitter @sportslawguy .

ET returns with Mike, John, and AndyMike discussing the Patriots first 2 exhibition games, expectations for Drake Maye in year 2, the NFLPA and Jon Gruden lawsuits being actively ignored by NFL media, and discuss the Devers trade, the surprising Sox, and the upcoming stretch drive.

Today's word of the day is ‘cable' as in cable TV as in streamers as in MLB as in NBA as in NBC as in Peacock as in Netflix as in Apple as in ESPN! Remember the death of cable TV? Don't you wish it didn't go away? Let's start with MLB and its broadcast rights. Where will MLB games be next season? Apple? NBC? Netflix? ESPN? Could be! (16:00) The NBA schedule was released yesterday and guess what? You need at least four different subscriptions to watch national games! NBC! Peacock! ESPN! ABC! Prime! How fun? We'll take a look some of the new wrinkles in these schedules. Sorry, East Coast! (30:00) Review: Untamed. (33:20) Brian Flores is still wrapped up in a lawsuit against the NFL over discrimination. And he just got a big win in court. (42:30) The NFLPA is in deep water again. It never ends. (50:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘cable' as in cable TV as in streamers as in MLB as in NBA as in NBC as in Peacock as in Netflix as in Apple as in ESPN! Remember the death of cable TV? Don't you wish it didn't go away? Let's start with MLB and its broadcast rights. Where will MLB games be next season? Apple? NBC? Netflix? ESPN? Could be! (16:00) The NBA schedule was released yesterday and guess what? You need at least four different subscriptions to watch national games! NBC! Peacock! ESPN! ABC! Prime! How fun? We'll take a look some of the new wrinkles in these schedules. Sorry, East Coast! (30:00) Review: Untamed. (33:20) Brian Flores is still wrapped up in a lawsuit against the NFL over discrimination. And he just got a big win in court. (42:30) The NFLPA is in deep water again. It never ends. (50:30) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've been asking Pablo to discuss Jeffrey Epstein… this episode is for you. The NFLPA's election of a new executive director, David White, has brought a new level of spin, and denial, about a major scandal — and cover-up — during his tenure atop SAG-AFTRA. So PTFO summons Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio back for a fourth (!) installment of their endless NFL investigation. And with the help of a brave new character, we attempt to do what this union only says they did: tell the truth about the leadership they chose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've been asking Pablo to discuss Jeffrey Epstein… this episode is for you. The NFLPA's election of a new executive director, David White, has brought a new level of spin, and denial, about a major scandal — and cover-up — during his tenure atop SAG-AFTRA. So PTFO summons Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio back for a fourth (!) installment of their endless NFL investigation. And with the help of a brave new character, we attempt to do what this union only says they did: tell the truth about the leadership they chose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've been asking Pablo to discuss Jeffrey Epstein… this episode is for you. The NFLPA's election of a new executive director, David White, has brought a new level of spin, and denial, about a major scandal — and cover-up — during his tenure atop SAG-AFTRA. So PTFO summons Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio back for a fourth (!) installment of their endless NFL investigation. And with the help of a brave new character, we attempt to do what this union only says they did: tell the truth about the leadership they chose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 3 – The Drive explained how the news the NFL will have a hearing with Sue L. Robinson in September shows the two sides are far apart on the length of suspension.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show - College Sports Edition, Wayne Kimmel and Co-Host Ken Shropshire interviewed the Co-Founder & CEO of Opendorse, Blake Lawrence. Lawrence explores the rapid evolution of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college sports—covering the impact of recent executive orders, the financial literacy young athletes need, and the shifting dynamics of athlete compensation. He offers insights into the challenges and opportunities NIL presents, the implications of the transfer portal, and introduces his book, NIL 101: The House Settlement, which demystifies the complexities of NIL for athletes and industry stakeholders.After a promising career as a University of Nebraska linebacker was cut short by injury, Lawrence pivoted to business—earning his marketing degree in 2009 and MBA in 2011. In 2010, while completing his MBA, he co-founded Hurrdat, a fast-growing social media agency later acquired in 2014. Building on that success, Lawrence and former teammate Adi Kunalic launched Opendorse in 2012. What began as a simple tool to help one friend manage endorsement deals quickly grew into the leading platform connecting athletes, brands, and sports organizations.Under Lawrence's leadership, Opendorse has partnered with major sports associations including the NFLPA, MLBPA, PGA Tour, NHLPA, and Team USA. Today, the platform serves more than 100,000 athletes, 3,000 brands, and thousands of organizations—backed by $40 million in venture capital and patent-pending technology that quantifies athlete endorsement value.Known for blending lessons from the locker room with entrepreneurial grit, Lawrence champions values like teamwork, accountability, competitiveness, and relentless work ethic. Beyond running Opendorse, he is a sought-after speaker and media voice, appearing on ESPN's Outside the Lines, SportsCenter, Today Show, Bloomberg QuickTake, and more.Blake Lawrence: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakealawrence/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake_lawrence/X: https://x.com/Blake_LawrenceNIL 101: The House Settlement: https://blakelawrence.gumroad.com/l/NIL101TheHouseSettlement?utm_campaign=house-posts&utm_medium=social&utm_source=xChapters00:00 Introduction to Blake Lawrence and Opendorse02:51 The Evolution of NIL and Opendorse' Role08:29 The Impact of NIL on Young Athletes12:07 Financial Literacy and Support for Athletes16:31 Compensation Disparities and Locker Room Dynamics21:14 The Transfer Portal and Its Implications24:40 The Future of College Sports and Market Forces26:43 The Role of the College Sports Commission37:19 Blake's Book: NIL 101, The House Settlement41:02 Looking Ahead: The Future of College Football and Basketball

Howard Bryant joins Domonique to go back in time and talk about the 1987 NFL strike that led to replacement players playing in the NFL. They go through the details of what happened and make the case for why the current state of the NFL and the NFLPA was directly shaped by the 1987 strike. 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 0:34 Revisiting the 1987 NFL strike 11:56 How the 1987 strike was a turning point for the NFL 42:10 The future of the NFLPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Howard Bryant joins Domonique to go back in time and talk about the 1987 NFL strike that led to replacement players playing in the NFL. They go through the details of what happened and make the case for why the current state of the NFL and the NFLPA was directly shaped by the 1987 strike. 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 0:34 Revisiting the 1987 NFL strike 11:56 How the 1987 strike was a turning point for the NFL 42:10 The future of the NFLPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Howard Bryant joins Domonique to go back in time and talk about the 1987 NFL strike that led to replacement players playing in the NFL. They go through the details of what happened and make the case for why the current state of the NFL and the NFLPA was directly shaped by the 1987 strike. 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 0:34 Revisiting the 1987 NFL strike 11:56 How the 1987 strike was a turning point for the NFL 42:10 The future of the NFLPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Howard Bryant joins Domonique to go back in time and talk about the 1987 NFL strike that led to replacement players playing in the NFL. They go through the details of what happened and make the case for why the current state of the NFL and the NFLPA was directly shaped by the 1987 strike. 0:00 Welcome back to The Domonique Foxworth Show 0:34 Revisiting the 1987 NFL strike 11:56 How the 1987 strike was a turning point for the NFL 42:10 The future of the NFLPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘pain' as in injury as in preseason as in football as in the NFL as in season ender. The Chargers are out Rashawn Slater. He tore his patella tendon in practice and will miss the season. Brutal. Crushing. The Colts QB Anthony Richardson dislocated his pinky. Two more players in the game tore their ACLs. (8:00) The Colts QB battle is a doozy! (14:30) We have another update on the NFLPA. A new person, David White, is now the interim head of the shop. (26:15) The Atlanta Braves are printing money. They chose to not spend at the deadline. It was smart. But they want you to know that they could have! (35:00) Review: Overcompensating. (37:00) We have more to the ESPN story. It's not done yet, ESPN wants more! (44:00) Diana Taurasi documentary alert! Meadowlark dropped a new one! (49:00) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

00:00 Do you trust it?15:00 Mike Vrabel bloodied at Patriots training camp20:00 PFT Draft: Current head coaches not to cross28:00 NFLPA vows to restore player confidence  

Mike Florio talks to former NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith about his 14-year run with the union and his new book "Turf Wars". 0:30 - Smith on his new book, "Turf Wars: The Fight for the Soul of America's Game"2:18 - Smith's "welcome to the NFL moment" and how he learned to balance the union's relationship with the league12:00 - Smith on his reaction to ruling that NFL encouraged teams to collude regarding guaranteed contracts15:50 - What was Smith's proudest accomplishment at NFLPA? What's a do-over he wish he could get?23:20 - Advice for interim NFLPA executive director David White25:50 - When will we see an 18-game season? 

Today's word of the day is ‘reunion' as in back in Miami for the first time to see a Marlins game! What a strange feeling being back. What a great feeling to see the stadium rocking. The Marlins are HOT right now! (13:40) The Yankees are a mess right now. There is so much bad that this team does. The little mistakes add up and Aaron Boone is finding out the hard way that letting his players get away with those mistakes isn't good! (27:00) The Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox got into this weekend… over sign-stealing! But it was the Astros mad at the Red Sox! (34:30) Review: Materialists. (38:00) MLB had its Bristol Speedway Classic on Saturday. Disaster. No food. Bad views. Bad weather. A suspended game in the first inning. Nightmare. (44:20) The NFLPA has its new interim boss. The same guy who was a finalist with Lloyd Howell. The same guy who had past problems. But the NFLPA doesn't seem to care. Welcome David White to the party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘reunion' as in back in Miami for the first time to see a Marlins game! What a strange feeling being back. What a great feeling to see the stadium rocking. The Marlins are HOT right now! (13:40) The Yankees are a mess right now. There is so much bad that this team does. The little mistakes add up and Aaron Boone is finding out the hard way that letting his players get away with those mistakes isn't good! (27:00) The Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox got into this weekend… over sign-stealing! But it was the Astros mad at the Red Sox! (34:30) Review: Materialists. (38:00) MLB had its Bristol Speedway Classic on Saturday. Disaster. No food. Bad views. Bad weather. A suspended game in the first inning. Nightmare. (44:20) The NFLPA has its new interim boss. The same guy who was a finalist with Lloyd Howell. The same guy who had past problems. But the NFLPA doesn't seem to care. Welcome David White to the party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 532 of the Sports Media Podcast features Michael McCann, a legal analyst and senior sports legal reporter for Sportico and the Director of the Sports and Entertainment Law Institute and Associate Dean for Intellectual Life at the University of New Hampshire. In this podcast, McCann discusses how to write about sports legal issues for a layperson audience; why the next five years will be a test of who's a great university president because of paying college athletes, fewer students enrolling (especially foreign students) and birthrates down; the NCAA scoring a win in court as a federal judge dismisses Terrelle Pryor's lawsuit over lost NIL opportunities; the most pressing things that exists right now in the nexus of law and sports; Donald Trump's executive power abilities for college athletics; a judge's ruling that Nevada wide receiver Cortez Braham Jr. can play what will be his seventh college football season; the NFLPA's issues; what he expect to happen with sports gambling scandals; whether a college athlete sign a contract with a sports network, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. 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

As the NFL returns, Pablo and Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio are back with more secret documents, a federal investigation, new government names, billions of union dollars, an O.J. Simpson parking space, the world's largest strip club... and one big "clusterf*ck." Does the OneTeam Partners saga connect to a Game of Thrones-style power play by the NFLPA's shadow boss? Or could the feds be on the trail of an even bigger scandal? • Part One: The NFL's Secret Collusion Case, Revealed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg • Part Two: We Got Another Secret Union Document — and Smoked Out Another Cover-Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg • Read our latest NFL document on Pablo's subscribers-only newsletter: https://www.pablo.show/subscribe • Pre-order "Big Shield" by Mike Florio https://www.amazon.com/Big-Shield-Mike-Florio-ebook/dp/B0FGH43V6D • Ex-NFLPA boss Howell's strip club expenses sent to investigator (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler) https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45703132/nflpa-nfl-agreed-keep-collusion-findings-secret • "If he failed, their process failed": Inside the NFLPA meltdown (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler) https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45800610/inside-nflpa-executive-director-lloyd-howell-tenure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the NFL returns, Pablo and Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio are back with more secret documents, a federal investigation, new government names, billions of union dollars, an O.J. Simpson parking space, the world's largest strip club... and one big "clusterf*ck." Does the OneTeam Partners saga connect to a Game of Thrones-style power play by the NFLPA's shadow boss? Or could the feds be on the trail of an even bigger scandal? • Part One: The NFL's Secret Collusion Case, Revealed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg • Part Two: We Got Another Secret Union Document — and Smoked Out Another Cover-Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg • Read our latest NFL document on Pablo's subscribers-only newsletter: https://www.pablo.show/subscribe • Pre-order "Big Shield" by Mike Florio https://www.amazon.com/Big-Shield-Mike-Florio-ebook/dp/B0FGH43V6D • Ex-NFLPA boss Howell's strip club expenses sent to investigator (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler) https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45703132/nflpa-nfl-agreed-keep-collusion-findings-secret • "If he failed, their process failed": Inside the NFLPA meltdown (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler) https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45800610/inside-nflpa-executive-director-lloyd-howell-tenure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the NFL returns, Pablo and Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio are back with more secret documents, a federal investigation, new government names, billions of union dollars, an O.J. Simpson parking space, the world's largest strip club... and one big "clusterf*ck." Does the OneTeam Partners saga connect to a Game of Thrones-style power play by the NFLPA's shadow boss? Or could the feds be on the trail of an even bigger scandal?• Part One: The NFL's Secret Collusion Case, Revealedhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg• Part Two: We Got Another Secret Union Document — and Smoked Out Another Cover-Uphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg• Read our latest NFL document on Pablo's subscribers-only newsletter:https://www.pablo.show/subscribe• Pre-order "Big Shield" by Mike Floriohttps://www.amazon.com/Big-Shield-Mike-Florio-ebook/dp/B0FGH43V6D• Ex-NFLPA boss Howell's strip club expenses sent to investigator (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler)https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45703132/nflpa-nfl-agreed-keep-collusion-findings-secret• "If he failed, their process failed": Inside the NFLPA meltdown (Don Van Natta Jr. and Kalyn Kahler)https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45800610/inside-nflpa-executive-director-lloyd-howell-tenure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Bogert joins us! We have soccer talk! Thomas Muller transfer to MLS? Messi is mad at MLS? Tom will break it all down! (29:00) Steph Curry thinks he's underpaid. Here is why. Equity. (37:00) NPPOD. (40:00) NFL players are in big trouble for selling Super Bowl tickets. Uh oh! (47:00) The NFLPA is still going through it. Every week is a new story. This time its a criminal investigation into funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Bogert joins us! We have soccer talk! Thomas Muller transfer to MLS? Messi is mad at MLS? Tom will break it all down! (29:00) Steph Curry thinks he's underpaid. Here is why. Equity. (37:00) NPPOD. (40:00) NFL players are in big trouble for selling Super Bowl tickets. Uh oh! (47:00) The NFLPA is still going through it. Every week is a new story. This time its a criminal investigation into funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs speak with ESPN senior NFL reporter Kalyn Kahler on the secrets, scandals, and leadership implosion plaguing the NFL Players Association ahead of labor negotiations. They also discuss the historic induction of Ichiro Suzuki in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and the death of Hulk Hogan. On the bonus episode available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the panel reviews the new movie Happy Gilmore 2. NFLPA (2:59): Behind the scenes of the leadership meltdown. Ichiro(25:10): The first Japanese MLB position player joins the Hall of Fame. Hulk Hogan (45:28): The wrestling giant's life, death, and embarrassing embrace of bigotry. (Note: time codes are only accurate for Slate Plus members, who listen ad-free.) Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen. You can email us at hangup@slate.com. Podcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys talk about the Raiders abruptly releasing DT Christian Wilkins and reports that it stemmed from an "incident" with a teammate, Lloyd Howell using NFLPA funds to visit Miami strip clubs, a review of Happy Gilmore 2, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

92%ers welcome back another episode of New Heights, brought to you by our friends at General Mills's Favorite Cereal Brands! We've got an incredible episode to wrap up season 3! First, we welcome back Adam Sandler to talk all things Happy Gilmore 2, how Travis' scenes with Bad Bunny turned out, Big Ed's cameo, and the origins of the iconic Happy Gilmore swing.Next, we check in with Travis and how he's feeling going into his 13 training camp at St. Joe's, attempt to explain what the hell is going on with the NFLPA's corporate credit card, take a look at some fan mentions about Jason lawn art, the Jets Jake Tattoo, and caffeinated cupcakes. And we're not even close to done yet because we finally give our long-awaited review of the 1990 classic “Pretty Woman.” See if Jason and Travis think the film holds up, what they thought of Julia Roberts' Oscar-nominated performance, and who was the sneaky MVP of the movie. Finally, we have an incredible conversation with #1 draft pick, Heisman winner, and starting QB for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield! We get into everything from why he thinks the Bucs have some unfinished business heading into this season, his early days as a walk-on QB, his iconic duel against Mahomes in 2016, the importance of being a “football house guy,” how he started a game for the Rams in less than 48 hours, shit talking strategies, relationship with Mike Evans, being a girl dad, getting welcome to the NFL by Fletcher Cox, and more!And that wraps up season 3 of New Heights! We have to thank all the 92%ers who tuned in this season, all of the incredible guests who gave us their time, and the amazing crew that helped produce this show every week. We will be back August 27th with new episodes to kick off the NFL Season! For even more New Heights, check out our New Heights YouTube Membership! As a member, you'll get access to full episodes, bonus videos, badges, and other stuff that will make you stand out. You can also listen to new episodes early and 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=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynwFollow New Heights on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshowSupport the Show: GENERAL MILLS: Don't miss the limited-edition boxes of Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Honey Nut Cheerios, and REESE'S PUFFS cereal dropping in August…and catch all the Cereal Training Camp action all season long across streaming, TV and social. AMERICAN EXPRESS: For full terms and to learn more, visit https://americanexpress.com/withAmex ALLSTATE: Checking first is smart. So, check https://Allstate.com first for a quote that could save you hundreds.AUDIBLE: Sign up for a free 30-day trial at audible.com/newheights LIQUID IV: Squeeze the most out of your Summer with Liquid I.V. Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and get 20% off your first order with code NEWHEIGHTS at checkout.DRAFT KINGS: Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org (CT). 18+ in most eligible states, but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. 1 per customer. Must enter a lineup into the NFL Best Ball $15M Headliner Contest by 9/4/25. $20 entry fee. Bonus issued as 1 ticket to NFL Best Ball $15M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is site credit valid for use only on NFL Best Ball $15M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is single-use and expires on the sooner of 30 days (720 hours) or contest lock. See terms at https://www.draftkings.com/nfl-best-ball. Ends 9/4/25 at 6:20 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg Olsen hops back on the bus for another incredible episode with the boys. From coaching his kids and navigating the wild world of youth sports, to teaming up with Luke Kuechly on the middle school football sidelines, Greg shares hilarious and honest stories about parenting, competition, and dealing with tough parents. He opens up about his broadcasting journey, Tom Brady taking his spot, and whether he'd want his kids to play at "The U." We also get some Cam Newton love, a Bud Light hypothetical, and Greg throws some classic shade at Will. A must-watch for dads, fans, and anyone who grew up in a competitive household. HOWEVER, before the interview we get a full breakdown of Taylor's nightmare travel back from Canada and dive into Donald Trump wanting the Commanders to switch back to the Redskins, Dustin Poirier's final fight, NFLPA drama, and Shemar Stewart's situation with the Bengals. Have a day boys and enjoy this pod! 0:00 Intro2:00 Sherm Forgot To Record9:00 Taylor's Nightmare Trip Back To America28:15 Donald Trump vs Commanders36:36 Shemar Stewart Bengals Holdout41:00 Will Levis Injuries51:00 UFC 318 RECAP1:00:43 NFLPA Scandal1:12:06 GREG OLSEN INTERVIEW STARTS1:12:50 Greg’s Thoughts Of The Shop1:15:20 Coaching His Kids & Managing Expectations1:23:31 High School Sports Are Not What They Used To Be1:35:00 Playing For His Dad1:39:15 Coaching With Luke Kuechly 1:54:09 Dealing With Karen's2:05:40 Pushing His Kids Towards The U?2:15:01 Getting Your Kids Into Sports2:21:15 Tom Brady FOX Sports Broadcasting Drama2:26:42 BUD LIGHT QUESTION2:30:07 Cam Newton Gave Everything He Had Everyday2:34:00 When Greg Talked Shit On Will SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS FanDuel - Sign Up for FanDuel: fanduel.com/bussin Check out FanDuel Promos: https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/promotions Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $10 first deposit required. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts or call 1- 877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York. Dude Wipes: For the Best Clean, Pants Down: use DUDE WIPES! Head to DUDEWipes.com or find them at Amazon, Walmart and other Major Retailers. Phorm Energy: Zero Sugar. Natural Caffeine from Green Tea. Mental Focus. Learn more at https://www.phormenergy.com/ NUTRL: Real Vodka. Real Juice. Real Tasty. Find NÜTRL near you at https://nutrlusa.com/find-product LUCY: Level up your nicotine routine with LUCY Nicotine: visit www.LUCY.co/BUSSIN and use promo code BUSSIN to get 20% off your first order. WARNING: This product contains nicotine. Nicotine is an addictive chemical. Bud Light: Easy to Drink. Easy to Enjoy. Stock up now on Bud Light! https://www.instacart.com/store/brands/bud-light?ic_source=BWTB&ic_campaignid=2025 NotesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scottie Scheffler wins again and his dominating year continues. The Open was such a snooze fest that we resorted to Tiger vs Scottie debates and people forget how awesome Tiger was (00:00:00-00:24:29). WNBA created noise with some t-shirts (00:24:29-00:30:27). National sports podcast talking baseball (00:30:27-00:36:37). Hurt or Injured Justin Herbert for his red contacts (00:36:37-00:42:00). Who's back of the week including Hank's UFC recap, Coldplay and understanding the NFLPA mess that Pablo Torre and Mike Florio uncovered (00:42:00-01:06:31). Mt Rushmore of best bad movies (01:06:31-01:30:39). Alex Caruso and Baker Mayfield join the show to talk ball, Caruso winning a Title, Baker finding the chip on his shoulder after his hater list has grown so small, their mutual hate for University of Texas and more (01:30:39-01:59:15). MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred joins the show to talk about the successful All Star Break, competitive balance in the league, should their be an age restriction on the HR Derby, dumb rules and more (01:59:15-02:27:44). We finish with lottery ball numbers (02:27:4-02:31:22).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Scottie Scheffler's dominating win at The Open Championship notching his fourth career major, his comments leading up to the tournament, and why he is ultimately inevitable. They also cover TJ Watt finally getting his deal done with the Steelers making him the highest paid non-QB in the history of the NFL, the entire NFLPA situation, and everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show LIVE from a University of Michigan golf outing is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter, to discuss everything happening around the NFL as every team prepares to report to camp this week. Next, future Hall of Famer, Texans Ring of Honor member, 3x NFL DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, 7x All-Pro, 5x Pro Bowler, and now NFL on CBS color commentator, JJ Watt joins the show to discuss TJ's new contract, his breakfast setup this past weekend, and buying another soccer team. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘sabotage' as in Dodgers as in Brewers as in Dave Roberts as in down bad. The Los Angeles Dodgers were swept by the Milwaukee Brewers and Dave Roberts can't figure it out. The Dodgers have struggled over the past few weeks and have lost ground in the division. The Brewers, however, have been streaking… 10-straight! (12:30) The Mets still have some problem. 2nd worst record in baseball over the past 31 games. Not great! (16:30) The Yankees and Braves have some beef that MLB is going to look into. (23:00) Ketel Marte was on the Restricted List after his house was burglarized during the All-Star break. He said over $400K was stolen from his home! A ring was busted for stealing from other professional athletes recently. (31:40) Review: The Phoenician Scheme. (36:00) J.C. Tretter is out at the NFLPA. Finished. Another member of the NFLPA has been PTFO'd. (48:50) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘distraction' as in Lloyd Howell as in the NFLPA as in Pablo Torre as in Mike Florio as in found out. What a night. It needed to happen. We told you it would happen. It started with a possible collusion coverup then went to advisor of a PE firm then landed on another coverup. Will the players finally care? Now we hear about the former NFLPA president told players to fake injuries! WHAT!? (19:30) It's time for the sprint for October in MLB. Trade deadline is approaching. Postseason approaching. We have some huge series ready to go. (31:15) Review: Old Guard 2. (34:30) Caitlin Clark is out of the All-Star Game that'll be played in Indiana. Sad. Injuries suck. That's a huge story for the country, but a huge story for the players… CBA negotiations. (42:00) Damian Lillard is back with the Portland Trail Blazers. He is making so much money next year and guess what… not playing! (45:00) NPPOD. (46:00) TJ Watt is now the highest non-QB in the NFL. A monster deal and now other teams have some issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can yell at Coca on Twitter @matthewcoca It's another Coca Friday! Time to party! Maybe we turn on a little Coldplay and snuggle up on the jumbotron at Gillette Stadium? Shoutout to Pablo Torre for his reporting! Barstool going to save Fox Sports? And we play a new game with Coca called The Darwin Meter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices