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Jason stands ten toes down for sports fans. Today, he takes umbrage with Stephen A. Smith blaming the fans for the influx of Europeans into the NBA, referring to the “whitening” of the game. Jason comments on Stephen A. explaining Kevin Durant's rant about AAU and European basketball. Is Stephen A. leading blocking for NBA overlords? Dre Baldwin and Jay Skapinac join Jason to discuss Smith's comments; the fact that Luka Doncic and LeBron James simply don't blend; and whether Cameron Boozer is a better prospect than Darryn Peterson. Danny Kanell and Jason cover a full spectrum of football topics from he Rooney Rule to the best college quarterbacks of the 21st century. Kanell also explains why he would pass on Kansas star Darryn Peterson. ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor If you're living with daily aches and pain, Relief Factor might be the real deal for you too. Try the 3-week QuickStart today! Visit https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to new Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham express his belief that the Bears deserve draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule following his departure from Chicago. After that, the guys discussed Bears head coach Ben Johnson's influence in the organization's NFL Draft process.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to new Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham express his belief that the Bears deserve draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule following his departure from Chicago.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to new Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham express his belief that the Bears deserve draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule following his departure from Chicago.

Mike Evans and Mark Schlereth open the second talking about the new All-Star Game format that has Mike excited about All Star Weekend going forward. Stink marks his territory on his old chair with his beef tallow face cream and expired green chili before he tells the 7am listeners about his airport encounter with Adam Foote. They chat about the lack of snow this winter before they wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where they break down cheap ownership in all of sports, the problems with the Rooney Rule, a smart move from a first-time head coach, and the state of CU football under Coach Prime.  

This episode dives into the latest warnings issued by the Federal Trade Commission to major U.S. law firms regarding their participation in diversity certification programs. I outline the broader pattern of executive branch pressure and explore the implications for law firms and media companies. Key Topics Covered:  FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson's cautionary letters to 42 law firms participating in Diversity Lab's Mansfield Certification program, highlighting potential antitrust liability under the Sherman Act and FTC Act. The Mansfield Rule's origins, modeled on the NFL's Rooney Rule, and its focus on expanding opportunities for underrepresented lawyers without mandating quotas. Judicial decisions, including Perkins Coie LLP v. DOJ and Jenner & Block LLP v. DOJ, addressing claims of discrimination and political retaliation in the context of diversity initiatives and legal advocacy. The Trump administration's use of antitrust law to challenge perceived collusion in both legal and media sectors, including scrutiny of media partnerships like the Trusted News Initiative and high-profile media mergers. Broader ideological and regulatory trends, including heightened enforcement, government intervention in media ownership, and ongoing appeals in federal courts. Discussion Points: How coordinated diversity efforts may be viewed as labor-market collusion and the legal risks for law firms. The intersection of antitrust law, freedom of speech, and diversity initiatives in shaping the future of legal and media industries. The potential impact of executive orders and regulatory actions on the independence and competitive landscape of law firms and media companies. I discuss how law firms and media organizations must adapt to an environment of increased political scrutiny, regulatory enforcement, and ongoing legal challenges. Tune in for the latest in the evolving relationship between private power and government oversight. ______________________________________ Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear please give us a rating. You'd be amazed at how much that helps. If you have questions for Tom or would like to participate, you can reach him at Editor@LitigationConferences.com. Ask him about creating this kind of content for your firm -- podcasts, webinars, blogs, articles, papers, and more. Tom on LinkedIn Emerging Litigation Podcast on LinkedIn Emerging Litigation Podcast on the HB Litigation site

Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Diante Lee. First, they discuss the upcoming matchup between the Seahawks and the Patriots and why Diante believes Seattle has a significant edge in this game. Later, they discuss Sam Darnold's incredible career turnaround and wonder why people aren't honest about his early struggles. Later, they discuss the pressure the Philadelphia Eagles face this offseason and what people continue to get wrong about the Rooney Rule Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes expressed their frustration over the NFL failing to award compensatory draft picks to the Bears for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham leaving Chicago to become the new Atlanta Falcons general manager. What has the guys especially perplexed is that Falcons president of football Matt Ryan confirmed that Cunningham is "in charge" of free agency and the NFL Draft process. Despite that, the NFL didn't award the Bears the draft selections under the Rooney Rule because Ryan is the top decision-maker in the league's view.

John Ourand joins Peter with an inside look from Super Bowl week in the Bay Area, where NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is facing renewed scrutiny over the league's lack of minority head coaches and media companies like NBC and Fox are sizing up the NFL as it enters a new partnership with ESPN. John also weighs into the unraveling of regional sports networks and the uncertain future facing small-market franchises in a streaming-first world. 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

The Drive discussed the issues the Rooney Rule has, and what the problems are with potential changes to the rule.

On Day 17 of 40 Days & 40 Nights, EJ discusses the latest trade rumors involving Clippers star James Harden, Roman Reigns choosing CM Punk to headline Wrestlemania with, Roger Goodell's comments on the Rooney Rule, and his five Super Bowl X-Factors. Watch "40 Days & 40 Nights" hosted by EJ Stewart LIVE every Weekday at 8am & 6pm Eastern on YouTube, X and Instagram!

From federal security protocols to the globalization of the NFL, we're breaking down the facts behind the headlines. (5:48) - Super Bowl Security: ICE vs Bad Bunny(20:08) - Where the Rooney Rule fails(31:50) - Why the Cowboys are the most likely option to host December's NFL game in Mexico City(55:52) - Infantino's irresponsible stance on not placing a ban on Russia or Israel(76:04) - As it is in sports, so it is in life: What we can learn from Arsenal about ignoring the hatersIn this episode, we discuss:Super Bowl Security & ICE: What does a "Tier One" event rating actually mean? We clarify the roles of Homeland Security, the Secret Service, and why ICE's presence at the Super Bowl is more common than you think. The Rooney Rule & NFL Diversity: With zero Black head coaches hired this cycle, we look at the pause of the NFL's Accelerator Program and why "CEO-type" alignment is the new hiring hurdle. NFL Globalization: Why the Dallas Cowboys are the logical choice to host the first international game in the renovated Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. FIFA World Cup Updates: Breaking down the new "FIFA Fast Pass" visa and why FIFA's stance on Russia and Israel is sparking debate about neutrality vs. protocol. Cricket World Cup Crisis: How a $500 million geopolitical standoff in the T20 World Cup serves as a warning for FIFA and the NFL. As It Is In Sports, So It Is In Life: Don't let the haters talk you out of your strengths. We use Arsenal's set-piece strategy and record-breaking defense to show why winning is the only response that matters.

Rob and Kelvin are LIVE from Radio Row in San Francisco, and the guys discuss how much blame the players deserve for the lack of Black head coaches in the NFL, tell us about a wild lookalike story that took place on Monday, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, Washington Post NFL writer Tashan Reed swings by to discuss the impact of the Rooney Rule, why Black coaches don’t seem to be getting a fair shake during these hiring cycles, his expectations for the upcoming Super Bowl, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins the show (17:00) Michael Holley talks Patriots (29:30) 10 coaches hired this cycle, no Black head coaches hired (35:00) Commissioner Goodell on Rooney Rule (40:30) Patrick Surtain II & Nik Bonitto join the showSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan and Tiki turn a messy headline into a game: how many times would the media actually press Roger Goodell about Steve Tisch and the newly released Jeffrey Epstein email exchanges. The league drops a brief statement, then the room goes right at it, including questions from Judy Battista and Albert Breer. The guys react to Goodell's careful wording, debate what an actual NFL “fact-finding” process even looks like, and whether “not illegal” can still be “bad enough” under the personal conduct policy. Plus: quick hits on the Rooney Rule, Goodell going out of his way to praise officiating, and the league's thoughts on Bad Bunny and the halftime spotlight.

After a quiet Friday news dump, the focus turns to the Steve Tisch connection to the Epstein emails and how the NFL chose to handle it. The crew plays a game predicting how many times Roger Goodell would actually be asked about the situation, then listens back as the commissioner faces three pointed questions at the podium. From the league's vague preemptive statement to Goodell's careful non answers, they break down what was said, what wasn't, and what an NFL “investigation” even means in this context. The conversation expands to personal conduct standards, how far the league should go with owners, and whether this opens a much bigger can of worms. Along the way, they also react to other Goodell topics from the podium, including the Rooney Rule, officiating, tanking, and the Super Bowl halftime show.

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson react to George Pickens wanting to stay in Dallas but knows that the price has gone up, Rodger Goddell says that the league had nothing to do with Bill Belichick not getting in, and the NFL is looking to change the Rooney Rule after only 1 minority coach was hired this coaching cycle and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI...04:45 - George Pickens wants to stay in Dallas19:39 - Goddell says league had nothing to do with Belichick’s HoF vote39:15 - Only 1 minority candidate appeared in head coaching carousel (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by listening and reacting to Bears tight end Cole Kmet's comments about former offensive coordinator Declan Doyle during his appearance on the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show. After that, they discussed how the Bears weren't rewarded with compensatory draft picks after assistant general manager Ian Cunningham left Chicago to become the new Atlanta Falcons general manager.

Meredith joins Ken and Anthony to talk about what's going on around the sports world including other trade rumors surrounding the Cavaliers outside of James Harden and what Rodger Goodell said about the Rooney Rule from the Super Bowl.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote examined NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's defense of the Rooney Rule. After that, Dan Patrick Show executive producer and Score contributor Paul Pabst joined the show live from Radio Row to discuss the latest Super Bowl storylines. Later, Rahimi, Harris and Grote reacted to the Bulls acquiring guard Jaden Ivey in a three-team trade with the Pistons and Timberwolves.

The Panthers drop their fourth straight as Matthew Tkachuk bluntly admits the team is “in trouble,” giving Joe plenty to react to. Giannis trade rumors keep swirling with Miami always in the mix, leading to praise for Pelle Larsson even as he could be part of a potential deal. The conversation expands into NFL topics, including officiating challenges, ball-spotting issues, controversial sliding rules, and Joe's belief that an 18th game is inevitable as the league pushes further internationally. Rooney Rule discussion and Super Bowl halftime chatter round out a wide-ranging first hour.

The Panthers drop their fourth straight as Matthew Tkachuk bluntly admits the team is “in trouble,” a moment Joe says is as real as it gets. Giannis trade rumors continue to swirl with the Heat always in the mix, prompting praise for Pelle Larsson even as he could be part of a potential deal. The conversation shifts to NFL topics including officiating, the inevitable arrival of an 18th game, and the league's growing international footprint with nine games overseas next season and the opener set for France. The Rooney Rule and Super Bowl halftime show chatter round out a wide-ranging segment with Giannis talk at the center.

Andy starts with Roger Goodell's media availability from the Super Bowl. (21:19) More from Goodell and the PTI boys on the failing Rooney Rule. (40:21) SF Giants President Larry Baer on a Barry Bonds statue and the Dodgers. (50:03) Dianna Russini and Albert Breer with some insight on the Hall of Fame process. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running It Back Super Bowl XL Preview! It's Media Week 2026, and while the league builds the stage for Super Bowl XL, a coaching "Red Wedding" has left the NFL landscape looking like a chaotic game of musical chairs. In this episode, Mike Palmer and Tarlin Ray break down the fallout of the massive coaching turnover and a Super Bowl matchup defined by redemption stories and "Harvard-style" job interviews. The guys dive deep into the hiring trends of the year—from the rise of the quarterback-influenced front office to the confusing lockout of the winningest coach in history from the Hall of Fame . We're also paying homage to the 11th anniversary of the 2015 Marshawn Lynch era, reminding everyone that sometimes—"We're just here so we don't get fined" . Key Takeaways:

It's the lack of thought that counts against NFL Rooney Rule follow-thru by Ed Lane

Here we are, with six more weeks of winter to look forward to, according to the Groundhog. In the news this morning, Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night died, they're charging money to take selfies at the Trevi Fountain, and Wordle is now reusing words. In sports, the Bucks play tonight against the Bulls, the Badgers take on Indiana on Saturday, the NFL is going to reevaluate the "Rooney Rule" after the most recent round of coaching hires, the Saints are going to be playing in Paris next season, and a college basketball coach gets arrested on the court right after a game. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight & what's new on New Release Tuesday. Great story about a kid in Australia who saved his family from drowning, and Google Translate recently helped deliver a baby in New Jersey! Grant Bilse from the Wisco Sports Show joined us live from the Super Bowl. In other Super Bowl news, a look at the record amount of money people are wagering on the game, and a list of the worst halftime performances. Apparently, there's a new TikTok health "hack" involving hot water. And speaking of a trying to get healthy, check out this guy who's locking himself in his room for an entire year and streaming it. Have you seen McDonald's is releasing caviar for your nuggets on Valentine's Day? What's a luxury you could never give up once you've experienced it? And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy on meth who stole a couple of airplanes, a naked man on a Universal Studios tour, another naked guy on a plane, a couple who's suing a fertility clinic, and a hospital that had to be evacuated after a guy showed up with a WWII bomb in his ass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears weren't rewarded with compensatory draft picks after assistant general manager Ian Cunningham left Chicago to become the new Atlanta Falcons general manager.

Send JD a text message and be heard!#stevenmarkhamphotography great pic from #ufc325 where @alexvolkanovski retained his @ufc featherweight belt over @diegolopesmma who broke BOTH OF HIS FEET IN THE LOSS.  @thomaswdonovan maybe they are like hockey players.   Did a deep dive on the @yankees history in my 56 years on the planet.  12 World Series played 7 #worldseries titles, 31 playoff appearances and only 7 losing seasons.  @call_me_tca_prez @brianbarnaby @_secretly_batman @jaymahanti @ateegz & @patsjets definitely not the @nyjets run.  #nfldraft2026 #dalebliss Kenyon Sadiq would be a great fit on the @philadelphiaeagles next @nfl season.  So the NFL is 67% black and has only 3 African American coaches now? Rooney Rule is an absolute joke.  You can't tell me with 10 openings this year the only minority hire was Robert Saleh who stunk with the Jets, goes back to @49ers and in ONE year gets the @titans job.  If only it worked that way in the real world.  @tblightning first 4 goal deficit win ever over @nhlbruins last night in unnatural Florida hockey weather!   Goalies fight too!   @nyknicks six game win streak.  @nyrangers play two times in next 24 days thankfully due to @olympics break.  Sports trivia at the finish. All sports. One podcast. (even hockey) PODCAST LINK ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/JDTSPODCAST

The NFL off-field news cycle is wild and this week was no exception - Ryan and Dustin are on the case! In this jam-packed episode, the guys react to Bill Belichick being snubbed as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, debate coach and coordinator hirings from Buffalo to Cleveland, and call out the NFL's Rooney Rule charade. Plus, the crew tackles ownership chaos, QB drama across the league, a salary cap boost, and rumors around the Seattle Seahawks' potential sale. Along the way, get quick hits on the coordinator carousel, the state of the Vikings, and plenty of sharp takes and laughs. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Invader Coffee: Fuel For the Fearless! Support the show by shopping at our affiliate link and save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP at checkout! | https://www.invadercoffee.com/?rfsn=6061080.e802273&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6061080.e802273 Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Follow No Credentials Required on social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for additional content! MERCH! Check out our Bonfire store and show the world you're a Cred Head! | https://www.bonfire.com/store/no-credentials-required/ Join our Discord server for more sports conversation: https://discord.gg/WknBEUQY

The Bears finally took the leap in 2025… and now the NFL might be trying to short-change Chicago in 2026.

The Carton Show turns into absolute mayhem as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate snow football, Jets failures, Giants draft disasters, and the Sam Darnold controversy. Callers light up the phone lines arguing Lambeau weather, Jets incompetence, the Rooney Rule, and whether the Jets or Giants should be MORE embarrassed by Sam Darnold playing in the Super Bowl.

Baby-mama culture has permeated society, and Jason proclaims that it has now wrapped its arms around the current NFL coaching cycle.  Steve Kim joins Jason to discuss baby-mama culture outweighing the Rooney Rule nowadays. Will Jesse Minter bring Kliff Kingsbury aboard as the Ravens' offensive coordinator to appease QB Lamar Jackson? Who is the best fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and how big a factor is Shedeur Sanders in the Cleveland Browns' failure to land a top-tier replacement candidate as head coach? Running the last lap is Coach J.B., picking the conference championship games and likely continuing to dismantle Fernando Mendoza. ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS  CBDistillery Over 90% of CBD users report better sleep. Better sleep makes everything easier. CBDistillery offers premium, third-party tested products, free of artificial dyes or fillers. With over 2 million happy customers and a 100% money-back guarantee, start your year right. Visit https://CBDistillery.com and use code FEARLESS for 25% off. SelectQuote SelectQuote has helped more than two million Americans understand their options and get the coverage they need. Life insurance is never cheaper than it is today. Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, and save more than fifty percent at https://selectquote.com/fearless ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daryl and Nick talk about the Bills not being able to officially hire Brian Daboll if they want to because they haven't fulfilled the Rooney Rule requirements, and whether or not Mike McDaniel's reported interview in Buffalo is doing the team a favor.

Mary Kay Cabot joined Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to go over the latest news with the Browns' coaching search, why she thinks Mike McDaniel dropped out of the race, as well as how the team will satisfy the Rooney Rule. She also discussed whether or not the Browns should pursue Brandon Aiyuk, and what she thinks the quarterback room will look like next year.

On this episode of the Orange and Brown Talk podcast, Mary Kay Cabot, Ashley Bastock and Dan Labbe react to a chaotic night in the Browns' head coaching search. The big news is that Mike McDaniel has withdrawn his name from consideration, just a day before his scheduled in-person interview. The crew discusses the massive implications of this decision, including how it complicates the Browns' need to satisfy the Rooney Rule and what it says about the appeal of the Cleveland job, especially given the uncertainty at quarterback. They also touch on other candidates like Todd Monken, Jim Schwartz and the young offensive minds still in the running. Then, the podcast takes a detour to discuss some drama involving a former Browns quarterback and a former Browns coach. Baker Mayfield took to social media to call out Kevin Stefanski, who is now the head coach in Atlanta. The hosts revisit the fractured relationship between the two from the 2021 season, referencing Mary Kay's reporting from that time, and discuss the new rivalry brewing in the NFC South. Follow us: On X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/orangebrowntalk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: h⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ttps://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandBrownsonclevelandcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/orangeandbrowntalk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music credits: Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ License: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Bubba Dub taps into what’s REALLY going on in the world — from the wild rumors surrounding Gucci Mane, Pooh Shiesty, Yo Gotti, CMG, and the internet trying to turn business into beef, to real talk about men running their mouths, fake narratives, and accountability. Dub breaks down why the stories don’t add up, why Gucci Mane is a businessman first, and why folks need to stop putting successful Black men against each other for clicks and chaos. This ain’t Death Row, this ain’t the 90s — this is grown-man business in 2026. Then Bubba Dub shifts gears and keeps it ALL the way real on: Men gossiping more than women

Welcome Back to the Gridiron: Hips, Heists, and the King in the North Tarlin Ray is officially back on the other side of major surgery. Seven days after a total hip replacement, he moved from a walker to a cane, and now he is trading the PT exercises for the hottest NFL takes of the 2026 postseason. In this episode of Running It Back, Mike Palmer and Tarlin Ray dive deep into the divisional round, debating the "That's My Quarterback" draft and dissecting the chaotic coaching carousel currently spinning out of control. From the "no asshole policy" in front offices to whether Sam Darnold is a reclamation project or a playoff ghost, the guys look past the box scores to find the real stories. They discuss why Tennessee might be the most attractive job in the league and whether Caleb Williams is the future of Chicago or a fantasy football headache. Plus, Tarlin shares the humbling reality of relying on caregivers and why it took him ten days to finally get in the shower. Get ready for sharp analysis, a little modern medicine appreciation, and a lot of intellectual honesty. That's My Quarterback! NFL Divisional Playoffs Mike and Tarlin kick things off with the "Ethics Bowl" QB Draft where Tarlin bets on the cajones of CJ Stroud while Mike counters with the "twinkle toes" and scampering ability of Drake May. They move to the "King in the North" matchup, debating if Josh Allen is still America's man-crush or if Bo Nix is ready to fly high at Mile High. The conversation shifts to the Rams and Bears as they weigh the veteran poise of Matthew Stafford against the rising Gen Z energy of Caleb Williams. Finally, they wrap up the games by looking at Sam Darnold's history of "seeing ghosts" versus the underdog story of Brock Purdy, the 262nd pick in the draft. Coaching Carousel The second half of the show tackles the coaching carousel, starting with the massive $20 million culture-building hire of John Harbaugh by the New York Giants. They explore the end of the Mike Tomlin era in Pittsburgh and whether the Rooney family might make a bold statement by hiring Brian Flores. They also analyze the curious case of Mike McDaniel, who looks less like a biology teacher and more like a character from Breaking Bad these days. The episode concludes with professional lessons on when to take the CEO jump and when to stay in "grooming" mode, using the career moves of Ben Johnson and Dante Moore as a guide. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Tarlin is back and reporting live after major surgery 03:55 – Is the hip replacement the new GLP-1 06:50 – Tarlin joins Instagram and struggles with the buttons 08:50 – Divisional Round: Texans vs Patriots (Stroud vs May) 14:15 – The King in the North: Josh Allen vs Bo Nix 17:35 – Rams vs Bears: Stafford's veteran status vs the future of Caleb Williams 20:45 – Vikings/Seahawks/49ers: Sam Darnold vs Brock Purdy 26:50 – The Coaching Carousel: Harbaugh to the Giants and the Tomlin legacy 33:45 – The Rooney Rule, Brian Flores, and the No Asshole Policy 36:35 – Evaluating Mike McDaniel and offensive coordinator strategies 39:15 – Career Advice: When to take the promotion vs when to wait for grooming Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

On this WTF Wednesday edition of the Carton Show with Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle, the hosts dive into hot New York sports topics. They break down the ongoing Kyle Tucker contract saga with the Mets and what his passion (or lack thereof) for baseball means for a potential deal. Plus, insider calls reveal the latest on John Harbaugh and the New York Giants coaching search. The show also confirms Aaron Glenn's return as Jets head coach and tackles the controversial Rooney Rule debates and media dynamics in the NFL.

The NFL coaching carousel is officially underway — and Deals & Deadlines is breaking down the sports business, coaching interviews, front office hiring, and NIL money driving the biggest decisions in football right now. Matt Chernoff and sports agent Hadley Engelhardt cover the latest on NFL head coach openings, GM job searches, the real behind-the-scenes interview process, the Rooney Rule, and why John Harbaugh unexpectedly hitting the market changes everything. Plus: the Falcons’ use of consultants, the buzz around Matt Ryan as President of Football Operations, the wild west of NIL and the transfer portal, and major uncertainty in sports TV rights that could impact teams like the Atlanta Braves. If you follow the Atlanta Falcons coaching search, the NFL head coach hiring cycle, college football NIL, or the future of regional sports networks (RSNs) — this episode is for you. ✅ Topics in this episode include: NFL coaching carousel 2026: Falcons, Giants, Titans, Browns, Raiders, Cardinals openings John Harbaugh firing fallout and why teams pivot their shortlists How agents schedule interviews, manage optics, and prep candidates (Zoom vs in-person) Rooney Rule explained + what “real” interviews look like Falcons hiring consultants: how search firms vet candidates + potential conflicts Matt Ryan Falcons front office role: why trust + branding matter in ownership decisions NIL valuations: QB $3.5M high-end, WR $1M–$2M, edge rushers $1M+ and more Transfer portal chaos: leverage, re-entering portal, “pay-for-play” reality Braves TV rights risk: FanDuel/Main Street Sports issues & what it means for payroll ESPN/Disney lawsuit & carriage disputes (Dish vs Disney) Ratings: CFP numbers, brand power, and why the NFL keeps setting records ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Deals & Deadlines (2026 kickoff) 00:43 – NFL coaching carousel: job openings + surprise Ravens move 01:03 – Agent perspective: HC vs GM interviews & preparation 01:32 – Rooney Rule explained + what “real” interviews look like 02:50 – Who calls who? How interview requests actually happen 03:28 – Choosing the right job: fit, roster, ownership, resources 04:33 – Zoom interviews vs in-person finals: what teams evaluate 05:48 – Why teams hire consultants for GM/HC searches (how it works) 06:14 – Consulting fees + “CYA” factor + hidden agenda risk 07:36 – Falcons front office: Matt Ryan as President of Football Ops? 08:22 – Trust vs experience + branding/optics for ownership 09:30 – Can a former player lead football ops? Learning on the job 11:19 – College football business: transfer portal & NIL market explodes 12:05 – NIL pricing tiers: QB market, WR market, OL/DL, defensive positions 13:40 – “Pay for play” reality + why there’s no loyalty in the portal 15:52 – Braves TV rights uncertainty: FanDuel/Main Street Sports payment issues 18:14 – RSNs, payroll pressure, free agency, and work stoppage worries 19:32 – Dish vs Disney: ESPN leverage, carriage disputes, market power 22:05 – CFP ratings: brand power vs storylines (will numbers drop?) 25:12 – NFL ratings: CBS best season ever + playoff viewership outlook 26:22 – Subscribe + where to watch/listen (new episodes every Friday)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connor Hughes joins the show to deliver a deep dive into why momentum is building toward John Harbaugh becoming the next head coach of the New York Giants. Connor explains why the process will take time despite clear interest, how the Rooney Rule factors into the timeline, and why Harbaugh has quickly separated himself from the rest of the field. The conversation digs into the power dynamic between Harbaugh and Joe Schoen, whether ownership would reshape the front office to land a proven coach, and how Harbaugh's presence would immediately change decision making inside the building. Connor also addresses competition from other potential openings, why the Giants are viewed as the most desirable vacancy, and whether candidates like Kevin Stefanski remain realistic alternatives. The interview wraps with expectations if Harbaugh is hired, from short term win projections to long term culture change, and Connor ultimately makes his call that all signs point toward Harbaugh and the Giants coming together sooner rather than later.

Hour 1 opens with a wild thought experiment: what if the Giants coaching market gets even crazier, with longshot names like Sean McVay or Matt LaFleur potentially entering the mix? With Shaun Morash filling in for Tiki, the show debates the core question every Giants fan is wrestling with: do you strike fast for John Harbaugh, or stay patient and let the full “historic” coaching class reveal itself? Evan argues the Giants cannot afford a waiting game where they lose Kevin Stefanski while hoping Harbaugh doesn't pick a more playoff-ready “mystery team.” The conversation turns into a full breakdown of urgency versus patience, Rooney Rule logistics, and whether the Giants should have been interviewing candidates weeks ago to get a true head start. Then it gets even messier: Jets fans start dreaming about firing Aaron Glenn for a tiny shot at landing Harbaugh, leading to a heated debate about realism, desperation, and whether a “secret backchannel” is the only way to even find out if a coach would consider the job. The hour wraps with a spirited caller segment, resume comparisons (Harbaugh vs McCarthy), and a preview of a deep dive into why some Ravens fans turned on Harbaugh in recent years.

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle dive headfirst into the New York Giants' chaotic coaching search. The guys debate the Rooney Rule, whether the Giants botched their timing, and why waiting on John Harbaugh could be a massive gamble. From Mike McCarthy skepticism to the nightmare scenario of Harbaugh landing with the Eagles, this segment hits everything Giants fans are arguing about right now — with Carton pulling no punches and C-Mac keeping it real.

In the final hour of today's show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle dive into the high-stakes coaching search for the New York Giants. Craig argues that the Giants need to "play chess, not checkers" by satisfying the Rooney Rule immediately to finalize a massive five-year deal with John Harbaugh before the NFL landscape shifts on Monday. They debate the risk of losing Harbaugh to potential openings in Philadelphia or Buffalo if the team waste time. The hour also features the debut of a new segment, "ETF Wednesday," where the guys discuss bizarre legal stories—including a former NFL lineman suing his ex-wife over intimate comments and Candace Owens' legal battle with the French presidential family. Plus, a deep dive into "Shohei Ohtani Day," the slow pace of the MLB offseason, and a listener's congratulatory call to CMac on his move to the afternoon slot.

On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock analyzes Penn State's sensational firing of James Franklin after 12 seasons and despite the university facing a $50 million contract buyout. Whitlock discusses the Rooney Rule and how it established black coaches as victims who can't compete with their peers. He then breaks down his 10 NFL Truths, declaring that Baker Mayfield is the league MVP; the Pittsburgh Steelers are suspect; Dillon Gabriel is mid; and Tua Tagovailoa made a fool of himself with his latest postgame comments. T.J. Moe and Steve Kim join the show to debate whether Franklin deserved to be fired; whether black coaches are trending in the wrong direction; Whitlock's NFL Truths; and whether the Chiefs, who beat the Lions 30-17, are a really dominant team or if Detroit is just lackluster. Exciting show today! ​​Today's Sponsors: PreBorn We're living in a time when truth feels dangerous… and silence comes at a cost. This is your chance to make a difference that echoes into eternity. Will you answer the call? Pick up your phone, dial #250 and say “Baby.” Or donate securely at https://PreBorn.com/FEARLESS. Do it now—because life matters. SHOW OUTLINE 00:00 Intro Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready, fantasy football fans, because we're officially running it back! After a well-deserved summer hiatus, your favorite sports podcasters are back and ready to kick off the NFL season in style. This episode has everything you love: a healthy dose of signature banter, some wild personal updates, and a deep dive into the world of fantasy football—from its surprising origins to the drama of your home league. Don't miss a single second as we tackle the big topics: The Origins of Fantasy: We're talking 1960s, a league with a mouthful of a name (The Greater Oakland Professional Pigskin Prognosticators League), and the very first player ever drafted in fantasy history. Tarlin, with his deep Gemini research, connects the past to the present with players who play both sides of the ball. The Modern-Day Fantasy Grind: The guys break down their own league obsessions, from old-school in-person drafts with stickers to the new "Guillotine League". We also get a look into Mike's "Palmertron 5,000" and the eternal debate of bros versus cos. Running Backs and the Art of General Management: Is the running back dead? The guys debate strategy, assess player health, and reveal their own plans for the upcoming drafts. Tarlin even has a new rule he's trying to pass to "make tight ends great again". The Flores Lawsuit and the Rooney Rule: We shift gears to a serious but crucial conversation about the NFL's ongoing legal battles. The guys discuss the Brian Flores lawsuit, the fact that he's still a defensive coordinator while suing the league's owners, and what it all says about the Rooney Rule and the future of minority coaches. Whether you're a seasoned veteran with a "war room" and multiple leagues or a rookie looking to get a leg up, this episode is a must-listen. So grab your draft magazines, open up your pre-draft spreadsheets, and get ready because you know we're Running It Back. 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 01:07 Baseball Talk and Team Loyalty 02:05 College Preparations and Nostalgia 04:25 Transition to NFL and Fantasy Football 06:00 Deep Dive into Fantasy Football 07:42 Fantasy Football Strategies and History 09:34 Fantasy Football Leagues and Rules 11:28 Fantasy Football Drafts and Management 19:47 Bros Over Cos: Fantasy Football Draft Strategies 20:17 The Value of Running Backs in Modern Fantasy Football 22:08 Quarterback Draft Picks: Who to Watch 23:27 Wide Receivers: Top Picks and Strategies 25:13 The Impact of the Rooney Rule and Minority Coaches 26:56 Brian Flores' Legal Battle Against the NFL 30:21 The Future of Minority Coaches in the NFL 37:43 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Topics

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

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On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AQ Shipley, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the two college football semifinals on Thursday and Friday, look ahead to Suuuuuuuper Wildcard Weekend, and AQ Shipley gives out the Trenchys, his year end awards for offensive line play, and Darius Butler gives out his year end awards for Everything DB. Joining the progrum to chat about the different coaching vacancies, teams seemingly finding ways around the Rooney Rule when already having a candidate in mind, his thoughts on the different year end awards and why it's so difficult voting for them this year, and which position group JJ would start at if he were to build a franchise from the ground up is 3x DPOY, future First Ballot Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, and analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt. 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 when we'll be LIVE from the Orange Bowl in Miami. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices