Podcast appearances and mentions of Troy Aikman

It's pretty clear that one of our favorite people on the face of the planet is Dave Wannstedt. And it just so happens to be his birthday! We talk boating with Troy Aikman and Jimmy Johnson, Bears sadness and looking forward to our weeklies with Dave starting in August.

It's pretty clear that one of our favorite people on the face of the planet is Dave Wannstedt. And it just so happens to be his birthday! We talk boating with Troy Aikman and Jimmy Johnson, Bears sadness and looking forward to our weeklies with Dave starting in August.

Doug handicaps the Western Conference Finals and reveals who he is betting in game one and on the series between the Mavericks and the Warriors.  John Ramos is put to the test in the segment "2 Lies, 1 Cup".  Former NFL Lineman Rich Ohrnberger joins Doug to talk about the latest with Deshaun Watson,  Troy Aikman, Drew Brees and other major headlines around the NFL this week. Plus, Dan Beyer takes Doug through the Wednesday edition of "The Press".  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Marchand and John Ourand detail what could be next for Drew Brees on TV, more implications of Tom Brady's $375 million deal with Fox and Joe Buck and Troy Aikman go to Bristol for the first time. Plus, the MLS' upcoming TV deal that is expected to include Apple. In the Bettman interview, the NHL commissioner addresses the league's first year with ESPN and Turner, as well as answers gambling's impact on the league and how much longer he will stay in the job.  Plus, “Who's up? Who's Down?” and the “Call of the Week.”

Chad Jensen and Zack Kelberman welcome Kim Becker on to react to Troy Aikman and Joe Buck's effusive praise for the 2022 #DenverBroncos and how #RussellWilson changes things. Guest: Kim Becker: https://twitter.com/kimberlyjbecker Merch: http://huddleuppod.com/ Chad Jensen: https://twitter.com/ChadNJensen Zack Kelberman: https://twitter.com/KelbermanNFL Scott Kennedy: https://www.youtube.com/c/scottkennedy?sub_confirmation=1 Slam it here for more Broncos coverage: http://milehighhuddle.com Mile High Huddle Live Stream Schedule (All Times MT) Sunday - 6:00 p.m. Huddle Up Pod Monday - 7:30 a.m. Broncos for Breakfast Monday - 6:00 p.m. Huddle Up Pod Tuesday- 7:30 a.m. Broncos for Breakfast Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. Building the Broncos Wednesday - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Huddle Up Pod Thursday - 7:30 a.m. Broncos for Breakfast Thursday - 6:00 p.m. Huddle Up Pod Friday - 7:00 a.m. Legends of Mile High Friday - 6:00 p.m. Dove Valley Deep Divers Saturday - 6:00 p.m. Mile High Insiders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bernie weighs in on the news that Tom Brady is slated to sign a lucrative deal to become FOX's lead NFL analyst upon his retirement. He also highlights how Troy Aikman annoyed FOX executives by publicly touting his free agency as a broadcaster.

Fox Sports surprising move to sign Tom Brady as its top NFL game analyst – even before he has finished his playing career – is the main topic on this week's podcast. Andrew Marchand and John Ourand tackle this topic from all angles, including how this move affects other NFL analysts like Greg Olsen and Drew Brees. They also try to make sense of Brady's huge $37.5 million per year contract.   Shoutouts this episode go to Brady, Kevin Burkhardt, Eric Shanks, Troy Aikman, Joe Buck, Eric Shanks, Brees, Cris Collinsworth, Tony Romo, Kirk Herbstreit, Olsen, Chris Russo, Peyton Manning, LeBron James, Joe Tessitore, Booger McFarland, Jason Witten, Steve Levy, Louis Riddick, Brian Griese, Andrew Fegyveresi, Acie Wyatt, Jason Benetti, Michael Nathanson, Greg Norman, Joe Montana, Jim Nantz, Mike Tirico, John Madden, Larry Collmus.

End of the Ipod. Young Thug & Gunna Arrested by Feds. Roger Goodell vs. Jerry Jones, Dan Snyder & Papa John. Tom Brady and Fox Sports. Finesse News Weekly: Ken Griffey Jr Still Getting $3.5M From Cincinnati Reds. Contact Us: @JasonSpells @MrBrando3

Sports with Rod 5-10-2022 …Troy Aikman looking sharp …Rockies fans getting drunk …and the Nashville Predators are sunk

Samir Dhurandhar is a world-renowned chef and part owner of Nick & Sam's, a well-known restaurant in Dallas, TX where you will routinely find Troy Aikman, Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Doncic, Tony Romo and many others on any given night. From the time he was little, Samir loved to eat, cook, and enjoy time with friends and family around the dinner table. It is the same childhood passion that has led him to be known as one of the greatest chefs in the industry. 

Sports media writer John Ourand with the latest on Bally Sports +, a new upcoming streaming services for cord cutters. Are we losing a generation of sports fans from streaming? Why ESPN added Joe Buck and Troy Aikman? Reaction from callers about paying for streaming. Listen to The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima weekday mornings 6-10am on Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan and the Audacy App!

John Ourand on the future of streaming with sports. Are less people watching sports due to the move to streaming? Also, why adding Joe Buck and Troy Aikman to the ESPN MNF booth was a huge deal especially in terms of the NFL TV schedule. Listen to The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima weekday mornings 6-10am on Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan and the Audacy App!

Our favorite football talker of all time, Dave Wannstedt was available for a little football talk, so we brought him on. But then he really didn't talk about football at all. Troy Aikman, Jimmy Johnson, Tony Wise and Whitey stories are ON DECK.

Our favorite football talker of all time, Dave Wannstedt was available for a little football talk, so we brought him on. But then he really didn't talk about football at all. Troy Aikman, Jimmy Johnson, Tony Wise and Whitey stories are ON DECK. Then, we address the Olin Kreutz situation at startup CHGO. We end the hour highlighting the best TV series of the current season.

HOUR3 - Shan and RJ have some more insight regarding the Dallas Mavericks Game 1 loss to the Phoenix  Suns. Plus, Troy Aikman joins THE FAN to talk about Dak Prescott and former Dallas Star Craig Ludwig previews Stars / Flames Game 1

Who might the Cowboys pick in the 2nd round, Troy Aikman joins the show. 

Will Jake ever talk to Troy Aikman?

Football carries the week, as Andrew Marchand and John Ourand go deep on NBC's surprise decision to hire Melissa Stark as its “Sunday Night Football” sideline reporter; give an update on where Fox stands in terms of naming their top NFL talent; and reviews the USFL's opening weekend. Marchand and Ourand discuss the Big Ten's next media rights deal, compare Apple and Peacock's strategies with MLB and check in with ESPN's K-Rod booth. Podcast shoutouts this week: Melissa Stark, Chris Ripley, Burke Magnus, David Berson, Jon Miller, Kathryn Tappen, Al Michaels, Mike Tirico, Drew Brees, Cris Collinsworth, Greg Olsen, Joe Buck, Kevin Burkhardt, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Tony Romo, John Madden, Troy Aikman, Joe Davis, Mark Sanchez, Jon Vilma, Brad Zager, Eric Shanks, Ted Lasso, Katie Nolan, Alex Sherman, Tripp Mickle, Tim Cook, Steve Jobs, Fred Gaudelli, Kirk Herbstreit, Alex Rodriguez, Michael Kay, Chris Russo, John Sterling, Suzyn Waldman, Matt Vasgergian, Mike Breen, Chris Carrino, Ryan Ruocco, Richard Jefferson, Mike Greenberg, Stephen A. Smith, Scott Lauer, Scott Matthews See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The NFL hall of famer also shared a handy hydration tip he learned from Tom Brady.

We're talking Crawfish, Hurtados BBQ, Troy Aikman's Beer and Jasen's Smooj

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Episode 195 of the Sports Media Podcast features two guests. First up is Chad Finn, a sports media writer and general columnist for the Boston Globe. He is followed by Charlotte Carroll who covers UConn basketball and WNBA for The Athletic In this podcast, Finn discusses the interest in national broadcasts of baseball; whether MLB expanding to streaming services such as Amazon and Apple+ is good for the game; how ESPN's Michael Kay/Alex Rodriguez Megacast will do; why it is tough to relate to Rodriguez as a game broadcaster; ESPN's re-signings of Adam Schefter and Adrian Wojnarowski and what that means; how much ESPN valued their social media standing; Fox's upcoming decision to replace Troy Aikman and why Greg Olsen has yet to be named, whether Urban Meyer will be hired in sports broadcasting again, and more.  Carroll discusses the on-the-ground coverage of the Final Four; the access media received; how many writers The Athletic had in Minneapolis; how the players felt as far as equity from last year; what it means that the final drew 4.85 million viewers on ESPN; what to expect from UConn and South Carolina next year; the favorite for the WNBA title; the status Britney Griner and more.  You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whitlock calls ESPN's starting line-up Stephen & the Blowfish: Cracker Rear View, in tribute to '90s supergroup Hootie & the Blowfish's big album. Why is the “Worldwide Leader in Sports” blowing so much money on Stephen A. Smith, Troy Aikman, Joe Buck, Adrian Wojnarowski, and Adam Schefter? How will the “Alphabet Mafia” in the corporate media spin the new contracts for Schefter and Woj? “Fearless” contributor Steve Kim has a hilarious analogy for the latest drama at ESPN. He and Jason also talk about LeBron James sitting out the Lakers' elimination game and compare him to Bulls legend Michael Jordan. Plus, on Tennessee Harmony, Pastor Bobby and T.J. Moe debate the merits of bringing politics into Sunday services. Did one church actually idol-worship Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson?  Note: The content of this clip does not provide medical advice. Please seek the advice of local health officials for any COVID vaccine questions & concerns.   ​​Today's Sponsors: Switch today with Patriot Mobile! Get the same great nationwide coverage while supporting the conservative values you believe in. Go to https://PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/JASON or call 972-PATRIOT. Pre-Born has a passion to save unborn babies from abortion and see women come to Christ. Help rescue babies' lives. Donate by dialing #250 and say keyword, "baby." That's #250, keyword, "baby." OR - go to https://Preborn.org/Fearless Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 193 of the Sports Media Podcast features two guests. First up is James Andrew Miller, best-selling author of books on CAA, ESPN and Saturday Night Live and HBO. He is hosting a new chapter of the podcast “Origins” titled “HBO: Present, Past, and Future.” He is followed by Grant Wahl, who writes the Futbol with Grant Wahl at GrantWahl.com and works with CBS Sports and Meadowlark Media. In this podcast, Miller discusses the ESPN deals for Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Adam Schefter and Adrian Wojnarowski; what it means salary-wise for others; how much has the talent office changed at ESPN over the years; ESPN employees participated in walkouts over Disney's response to the Florida legislation coined the “Don't Say Gay” bill; whether it is a good time to be a talent agent, and more. Wahl discusses the World Cup draw; World Cup viewership in the U.S.; the interest in group stage matches; the importance of the U.S. getting out of knockout stage; the prospects of Ukraine making the World Cup and what it would mean; how he will cover this World Cup; how Fox Sports , in his opinion, will not talk about the rights of migrant workers in Qatar; on rightsholders not being critical of the host country, and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mason gives his Dodgers Opening Day roster projection and how are they looking on the bullpen side? How do you feel about the Dodgers rotation? Also, someone has sign a new contract with ESPN besides Troy Aikman and Joe Buck. Plus, today is Jorge's first GAME OF GAMES and its a crucial one as John can win the month or Mason can tie for the Win and split the 10k of mythical money!

Delano Squires blasts Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson and compares her to the timid titular character in “The Handmaid's Tale.”  Why do Whitlock and Squires believe that Left-wing icons like Rachel Levine, Lia Thomas, and Joy Reid have become mere pawns to the radical Democratic playbook? “Fearless” contributors T.J. Moe and Steve Kim celebrate the victory of Kyrie Irving over the jab bullies. They also debate who won the Tyreek Hill blockbuster trade. Is Tua Tagovailoa set up to succeed, or will he crash and burn? What does ESPN's acquisition of Troy Aikman and Joe Buck from Fox Sports say about the changing nature of NFL broadcasting? Plus, Uncle Jimmy takes a long, hard look at the Arizona-TCU “boob graze” incident at the NCAA March Madness Tournament. ​​Today's Sponsor: Head to https://policygenius.com/FEARLESS to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save today!   Get your swag on! Go to: https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless to make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, in Fake Questions, Real Answers, (3:00) Colin explains why Aaron Rodgers drama is to blame for the Packers hemorrhaging weapons, why Lincoln Riley at USC is going to be a home run, why Mark Cuban getting pushback for comments on Tik Tok being the future of sports media is ridiculous, and why Tyreek Hill is a bad fit with Tua in Miami. Then, Cowboys writer - and The Doomsday Podcast host - Matt Mosley and Colin discuss how off-field scandals involving Jerry Jones and Cowboys execs have impacted Dallas' lackluster free agency period (12:00), if Dallas and their the dominant D is due for a pullback after losing Randy Gregory (21:00), if Amari Cooper's impact on Dak has been overstated (24:00), if Dallas fans could turn on Dak with another season of playoff disappointment (28:00), and his take on the under-the-radar media rivalry between Troy Aikman and Tony Romo (33:00). Make sure to Subscribe and follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

First, in Fake Questions, Real Answers, (3:00) Colin explains why Aaron Rodgers drama is to blame for the Packers hemorrhaging weapons, why Lincoln Riley at USC is going to be a home run, why Mark Cuban getting pushback for comments on Tik Tok being the future of sports media is ridiculous, and why Tyreek Hill is a bad fit with Tua in Miami. Then, Cowboys writer - and The Doomsday Podcast host - Matt Mosley and Colin discuss how off-field scandals involving Jerry Jones and Cowboys execs have impacted Dallas' lackluster free agency period (12:00), if Dallas and their the dominant D is due for a pullback after losing Randy Gregory (21:00), if Amari Cooper's impact on Dak has been overstated (24:00), if Dallas fans could turn on Dak with another season of playoff disappointment (28:00), and his take on the under-the-radar media rivalry between Troy Aikman and Tony Romo (33:00). Make sure to Subscribe and follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Three rhino siblings were introduced to each other at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disneyland Paris announces plans for Disney Village, the planDisney podcast has arrived, official trailer revealed for the Disney+ original film OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film), Sketchbook is a one-of-a-kind drawing experience from Disney Animation that will stream on Disney+, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are coming to Monday Night Football, and the 94th Oscars have announced their all-star band and more presenters. Plus, Better Nate Than Ever star Lisa Kudrow on family trips to Disneyland, why we shouldn't ask her to sing, and if she'd do a Romy and Michele's High School Reunion reunion.

Andrew Marchand and John Ourand go into full details about Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit agreeing to big money deals to call Thursday Night Football with Amazon. Marchand says the key to the whole thing will not even be in the booth. Ourand gives the full details on what ESPN traded to Fox Sports for the rights to Joe Buck, ESPN's new Monday Night Football play-by-player. Marchand and Ourand discuss Troy Aikman's recent comments to Sports Illustrated about his departure from Fox to ESPN. Marchand and Ourand pay tribute to John Clayton.The Calls of the Week rank the calls from Reggie Miller, Jim Nantz, Ian Eagle, Andrew Catalon and Spero Dedes. Plus, the regular feature of "Who's up & Who's down." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 381 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with Troy Aikman, who just left Fox for ESPN. Aikman reveals that he still doesn't know why Fox let him leave after 21 years with the company. He shares his thoughts on the move and joining "Monday Night Football." He also talks about why he wanted Joe Buck to join him at ESPN, the big bump in broadcaster salaries, whether he feels pressure joining MNF, the differences in Fox's NFL coverage compared to ESPN's and much more. Aikman also shares his thoughts on Tom Brady returning the NFL, Davante Adams leaving the Packers and more. Following Aikman's interview, Sal Licata from WFAN and SNY in New York, joins Jimmy for the weekly "Traina Thoughts" segment. This week's topics include the NCAA Tournament, issues with streaming sports and the loss of a New York legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Tony and Fingers review the Davidoff Nicaragua Robusto and Midleton Very Rare – Barry Crockett Legacy Irish Whiskey. Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Topics this week include: Starbucks is making big changes and they have tricks to bring them more publicity. Interest Rates are going up, and it is having an impact on home sales. Costco is eliminating a COVID policy that will disappoint many shoppers. Chipolte is testing robots that will help make your food. Netflix is about to become more expensive. ESPN has a new Monday Night Football broadcast team. All that and much more on episode 177 of Eat! Drink! Smoke! Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)

Chris Cote has torn this work-family apart. Find out why. Plus, we get to Joe Buck going to ESPN with Troy Aikman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 380 of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast" hosted by Jimmy Traina features an interview with John Ourand from "Sports Business Journal" about the latest sports media news. Why did FOX let Joe Buck and Troy Aikman go to ESPN and "Monday Night Football?" Will the ManningCast be impacted at all by Buck and Aikman now calling MNF? What role did Amazon play in ESPN going after Buck and Aikman? What did ESPN have to give FOX for letting Buck out of his contract early? Will FOX go with Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen as its No. 1 team? Where will FOX go for a No. 2 team if that happens? Other topics covered include where we stand with NFL Sunday Ticket and DirecTV's exclusivity, Major League Baseball's bizarre deals with AppleTV+ and Peacock to exclusively air games and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to get real on this episode of Calm Down! Erin opens up for the first time about the departure of her longtime Fox Sports colleagues, Troy Aikman and Joe Buck. Charissa explains why she embraces change in her life, and Erin admits it's something she struggles with. Remember, don't apologize for your emotions!  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Hour 1: After the Yankees brought back Anthony Rizzo, Craig and Evan couldn't help but point out that this is not your father's Yankees. Baker Mayfield basically said his goodbye to Browns fans, which means he could be the next QB for the Giants. And its now official that Joe Buck and Troy Aikman will be calling games on MNF.

On this Episode of Wrighster or Wrong, George Wrighster and Ralph Amsden discuss (current) Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson and exactly how much leverage he has to choose his next destination after he wasn't indicted on sexual misconduct charges. Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are making the jump to ESPN to do Monday Night Football, George talks about the impact on the broadcast world, and Ralph questions whether this is the best move for the former Fox 'A-Team.' The NCAA Tournament field is set, so George and Ralph give their predictions, and talk about the Women's tournament as well. Finally, Clay Travis called out TBS for brining Rex Chapman into the fold because of his criminal history and partisan politics, and the guys have something to say about it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Trill and SexJ discuss stinky Troy Aikman and Joe Buck getting MNF mega deals, Myles Turner is back at it again on Tik Tok, we're going to volunteer at Wrestlemania, an asteroid half the size of giraffe strikes Earth, the US Space Force logos are strange but fire, the roundball roundup, we make our women's March Madness brackets, and Charles McDonald stops by to talk NFL free agency!  VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQcFu5s0_uI Watch and subscribe for free LIVE on YouTube M-F 12-3ET! 

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Evan Altman of CubsInsider.com to discuss the Cubs' addition of Japanese star outfielder Seiya Suzuki on a five-year deal worth a reported $85 million. How big of a difference will he make? Later, Holmes discussed the crazy money being thrown around to high-profile sports broadcasters, as Joe Buck and Troy Aikman have left Fox to join ESPN and take over the Monday Night Football booth. Program director Mitch Rosen hopped on to discuss the industry, while Holmes is considering doing more play-by-play work.

Greg Olsen sits down with Jay and talks about how he's done transitioning from playing the game of football to analyzing it, and how much work goes into their broadcasts. Plus Jay and Greg talk about their sons wanting to play tackle football, and how Greg slow-played getting his son to start football because he wanted to make sure he was taught properly. And Greg talks a lot about young kids playing sports, and burning out on the sports/position they play because that choice is often forced on them by a parent instead of them choosing the play the sport they love. Greg also teases that he's had "light conversations" with Fox about taking over for Troy Aikman, who just left Fox for ESPN. 

Episode 188 of the Sports Media Podcast features two guests. First up is T.J. Quinn, the ESPN investigative reporter. He is followed by Chad Finn, the sports media writer for the Boston Globe.  In this podcast Quinn discusses his reporting on WNBA star Brittney Griner being detained in Russia; the road ahead for Griner; the political component to this story; whether she can she get a fair trial in Russia; why the WNBA and players around the league have stayed relatively quiet; how one goes about reporting this respectfully and more.  Finn discusses the NFL broadcasting changes; what he thinks of Joe Buck and Troy Aikman moving to Fox; who will call the World Series; whether he thinks Amazon will be impactful with its coverage; the media impact of the unretirement of Tom Brady and more.  You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bryan and David address the news that Joe Buck will also be leaving Fox to join Troy Aikman at ESPN. (0:26) Then, they weigh in on media involvement surrounding player communications and breaking news, from Aaron Rodgers staying in Green Bay to Russell Wilson being traded to the Broncos (29:10). Later, they pay tribute to journalist and filmmaker Brent Renaud who was killed in Ukraine as well as actor William Hurt, who starred in 'Broadcast News.' Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Buck is reportedly headed to MNF to reunite with Troy Aikman. The San Fran Giants land a big free agent. And Craig's son Sonny brought up an interesting wing debate.

John discusses the Bears trading Khalil Mack to the Chargers, how much he can immediately improve the Chargers, what it could mean for Justin Fields career, how Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson handled their situations differently, why they are both divas, if Denver is really a lock to be an AFC contender, why teams are so willing to move on from Carson Wentz, and if it was smart for Fox to let Troy Aikman walk split for MNF. Follow John and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

John discusses the Bears trading Khalil Mack to the Chargers, how much he can immediately improve the Chargers, what it could mean for Justin Fields career, how Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson handled their situations differently, why they are both divas, if Denver is really a lock to be an AFC contender, why teams are so willing to move on from Carson Wentz, and if it was smart for Fox to let Troy Aikman walk split for MNF. Follow John and The Volume on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest content and updates and check out FanDuel for the best wagering and daily fantasy action! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Today's episode features Mike Pereira from the NFL On Fox. We talked about the bad no call in the Super Bowl that resulted in a touchdown for the Bengals when Jalen Ramsey's face mask was clearly grabbed. Mike also discussed working with his colleagues Joe Buck and Troy Aikman. Aikman left Fox to go to ESPN and Mike was in the booth with those guys a lot including the Super Bowl. I asked Mike about being on camera with over 100 million people watching. We had a great laugh on that one! The main topic of conversation though is officiating on the youth level and it was very interesting to hear Mike's reasons for officials quitting after one or two years. Mike started a foundation called Battlefields to Ballfields and he has done a great job giving some of our veterans a second career. Mike gave great insights on what is needed to have sports officials truly want to stick around! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Washington Post's Ben Strauss joins Bryan to discuss the news that after 99 days the baseball lockout has come to an end. They talk through the weight of the story and how coverage was perceived, break down Major League Baseball's reaction to the lockout, and discuss theories that could potentially influence the coverage of labor issues. Plus, more on Troy Aikman leaving Fox for ESPN and Strauss's paternity leave experience. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Ben Strauss Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices