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With Super Bowl Sunday just a couple days away, we as the question how long until the Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss…- How far are the Chiefs from returning to the Super Bowl?- Should the Chiefs look to Jeff Stoutland?- Zero black coaches were hired in this cycle.- Does the rise of Sam Darnold mean middle class QB's are the way to go?- Keys to the Super Bowl.- Predictions!
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s episode of The Jayhawker, Nate Bukaty is joined by University of Kansas Director of Athletics and Vice Chancellor Travis Goff for an in-depth conversation on the evolving landscape of college athletics. Nate and Travis dive into how Kansas has adapted to the rapidly changing world of college sports, from NIL to facility upgrades and long-term vision. The two also discuss the progress of the new broadcast booth, what’s left to complete it, and how it will enhance the fan and media experience moving forward. Finally, Travis shares insight into Kansas’ broader athletic goals—explaining how the university plans to continue elevating its basketball programs while also investing in and supporting success across all Jayhawk sports. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the Super Bowl days away we take a look at how the Chiefs measure up position by position against the Seahawks and Patriots and discuss Matt Nagy landing as the OC for John Harbaugh and the Giants.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss which positions the Chiefs are worse, the same or better than the Super Bowl teams.- Matt Nagy lands the OC gig with the Giants.- How much better is Mahomes?- Running Back's not close.- How far back are the Receivers?- Plenty of money in the Offensive Line.- The Defensive Line is a problem.- Linebacker is a strength.- The Secondary measures up.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for back half of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With just 10 days remaining until Spring Training we chat with Royals General Manger, JJ Picollo.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Kansas City Royals to discuss the job of a General Manager and the season ahead. - What plans did Picollo have going into the job?- What has been more difficult than expected?- Hiring Matt Quatraro.- Getting more On Base Percentage.- Building the Farm System.- Signing young Stars.- Getting bad offers from other GM's.⁃ What can still get done before the season?
Monday Hour 1 of New Day with SSJ: Ft. Dr. Brandon Martin The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB, Todd Leabo is in Studio. We are joined by The Athletic Director of UMKC Dr. Brandon Martin who is on discussing the hiring of new Basketball Coach Mark Turgeon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Bieniemy is in as the Offensive Coordinator and Patrick Mahomes is progressing well in his rehab. Does this add up to an improved offense for the Chiefs in '26?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what the takeaways are from the recent media sessions with Bieniemy, Mahomes and Andy Reid…- How long Reid will wait to enter the Hall of Fame?- What Bieniemy will bring with him from Chicago?- How will Bieniemy be different this time around?- Should confidence in the offense be improved?- How far behind is the Chiefs Offense?- What are reasonable expectations for '26?- How important is the draft in turning the offense around?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A week ago we looked at the Hitters with the biggest potential variance in their 2026 season and how they would affect the success of the Royals. This week we look at the Pitchers. Which of the 2026 arms have the biggest potential distance between their ceiling and floor and thereby will have the biggest impact on the season?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are selecting the pitchers that can have the biggest impact on the Royals success or failure in 2026.- What did we learn from putting our list together?- Which Pitcher has the biggest distance between ceiling and floor?- How to handle all the pitchers returning from injury?- Where to put Cole Ragans on the list?- Does a reliever make a big enough difference to make the list?- Which pitchers just missed making the list?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show to talk Eric Beinemy coming back as the Chiefs OC and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andy Reid held a press conference on Monday to discuss the hiring of Eric Bieniemy, or was it to promote Matt Nagy?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss Andy Reid's comments on Monday and what to take away from Matt Nagy still being on the market. - What was the purpose of Reid's Press Conference?- Why the Chiefs didn't interview anyone else for OC?- How is this anything but the Same Old… Same Old?- What are the warning signs it's time for a change?⁃ What hiring Joe Brady and Mike McCarthy means for the AFC?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Jayhawker Podcast, Nate Bukaty is joined by fan favorite and KU men’s basketball star “The Dawg” Melvin Council Jr. Melvin and Nate dive into Melvin’s early college journey, including his JUCO upbringing and how that experience shaped him into the player he is today. They also talk about what it means to play inside the legendary Allen Fieldhouse, the energy of the fans, and the support that fuels the Jayhawks night after night. To wrap it up, Melvin breaks down the upcoming games on the schedule and what the team needs to do to keep this momentum rolling. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for back half of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Jayhawker Podcast, Nate Bukaty is joined by fan favorite and KU men’s basketball star “The Dawg” Melvin Council Jr. Melvin and Nate dive into Melvin’s early college journey, including his JUCO upbringing and how that experience shaped him into the player he is today. They also talk about what it means to play inside the legendary Allen Fieldhouse, the energy of the fans, and the support that fuels the Jayhawks night after night. To wrap it up, Melvin breaks down the upcoming games on the schedule and what the team needs to do to keep this momentum rolling. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Royals have become one of the savviest organizations in baseball when it comes to pitching. The man behind that is Pitching Coach, Brian Sweeney.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), pinch hitting for Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli), and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Sweeney to discuss… - Creating a Pitching Legacy in KC.- What went into trading Freddy Fermin.- Dealing with injuries in '25.- The importance of the Strikeout.- Chase Rates.- Changing the fences at Kauffman Stadium.⁃ Working cohesively with all parts of the organization.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB, Todd Leabo is in Studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NFL has reached the Conference Championship weekend. Of the Final Four teams, what one player would the Chiefs want most from each team's roster?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) decide which players from the remaining playoff teams the Chiefs could use most and discuss the coaching hires from around the AFC.- What player from each team could the Chiefs use most?- Are the Broncos set to rule the AFC West moving forward?- Will the Pats now be the team to beat in the AFC?- What was Terry Pegula thinking?- Should the Chiefs celebrate the Ravens hiring a defensive Head Coach?- Is Mike McDaniel the missing piece for the Chargers? The Bills?- Eric Bieniemy fixes how many of the reasons the Chiefs missed the playoffs?- Predictions for the Championship Games!
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to The Jayhawker Podcast, hosted by Nate Bukaty. Today’s guest is Mike DeCourcy, college basketball columnist at The Sporting News since 1995. Nate and Mike dive into the current state of college basketball, break down the Big 12 landscape, and share predictions for how the rest of the season could unfold. They also discuss the Kansas Jayhawks, who are riding a hot three-game winning streak, and Mike gives his expert take on the future of Kansas basketball moving forward. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Major League Baseball teams love consistency in a player. At the same time they are always happy to discuss a player's “ceiling”. So which of the 2026 Royals have the biggest distance between their ceiling and floor and thereby will have the biggest effect on the Royals chances?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) are selecting the players that can have the biggest impact on the Royals success or failure in 2026.- Which Hitter has the biggest distance between ceiling and floor?- Does moving the fences in change the list?- Where does Jac Caglianone fit into the equation?- Is there still upside with Salvy?- Can the Royals expect the same number from Carter Jensen?- Is Bobby Witt Jr. too good to make this list?- What Hitter is the most consistent and reliable?- What did we learn from making the lists?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to The Jayhawker Podcast, hosted by Nate Bukaty. Today’s guest is Mike DeCourcy, college basketball columnist at The Sporting News since 1995. Nate and Mike dive into the current state of college basketball, break down the Big 12 landscape, and share predictions for how the rest of the season could unfold. They also discuss the Kansas Jayhawks, who are riding a hot three-game winning streak, and Mike gives his expert take on the future of Kansas basketball moving forward. The Jayhawker Podcast is presented by the University of Kansas Health System and by Xfinity, get the smartest WiFi only for Xfinity, imagine that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Bieniemy is set to return to the Chiefs as the Offensive Coordinator. Is this the right move for the Chiefs?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss what Bieniemy brings to the Chiefs and what success looks like for him.- Does Eric Bieniemy's return mean its status quo for the offense?- What makes this move a success?- Matt Nagy won't be the Head Coach in Tennessee.- Chad O'Shea the next WR Coach?- Josh Allen's not in Mahomes class, it's official?- Did the Bills get it right firing Sean McDermott?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for last segment of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ESPN'S Senior Major League Baseball Insider joins the Kauffman Corner Podcast to talk Royals and all things Baseball.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) welcome Jeff Passan to discuss the Royals offseason and more. - Have the Dodgers ruined the sport?- Are we headed to a labor stoppage in '27?- Evaluating the Royals Offseason.- Is trading Cole Ragans a good idea?- Where Matt Quatraro ranks among Managers?⁃ What will bringing the fences in means for the Royals?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB, Todd Leabo is in Studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mahomes spoke to the media for the first time since tearing up his knee. Rehab, the offense, Matt Nagy and a new Offensive Coordinator were all on the table.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) react to the first conversation with Mahomes since his injury.- Mahomes reaction to the injury.- Fear that Mahomes rushes the rehab?- Did Mahomes admit the Chiefs are predictable?- What Mahomes would want in a new Offensive Coordinator?- Mahomes on Matt Nagy.- Could Mahomes get sideways with the Chiefs?- Value of the offseason work for Mahomes.- Watching the Playoffs is what type of motivation?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Royals are moving the fences in. What this means for the '26 Royals and beyond.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down what the effect of a smaller ballpark will be for the hitters, pitchers and the and the fans…- Biggest winners and losers?- Will this attract more free agents?- Does it change the type of players the Royals look for?- Will it affect the Outfielders defensively?- Why not move Center Field in as well?- How many Homers will the Royals hit in '26?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What are the 15 biggest reasons the Chiefs are watching this year's playoffs on TV?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) use a 5-round draft to each give their biggest reasons for the Chiefs missing the playoffs. - Where were the Stars?- 4th Quarter collapses!- Rashee Rice got himself suspended.- Stale Offensse!- Where's was the running game?- No playmakers!- Not enough pass rush.- Mahomes throws the Pick-6 in Jacksonville.⁃ Kelce turns a TD catch into an INT going the other way.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It there any help on the Farm? Did the Royals get it right in arbitration? How many players on the Royals Hall of Fame ballot should get the call?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss where the Royals can expect help form their Minor Leagues and more.- The Royals avoid arbitration with 6 players.- Pasquantino and Bubic head to arbitration.- Is there an arm or two in the minors that can help?- Will any bat from Omaha even make the bigs?- The Royals Hall of Fame ballots are in.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio. Marc Boerigter in studio for last segment of the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the first time since the end of the 2014 season the Chiefs find themselves out of the playoffs. So what can they learn from each of the seven teams that did make the AFC Playoffs?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) each list the biggest thing the Chiefs should take from each of the seven AFC Playoff Teams…- Denver Broncos- New England Patriots - Jacksonville Jaguars- Pittsburgh Steelers- Houston Texans- Buffalo Bills- Los Angeles Chargers
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour Football and Basketball analyst Stan Weber joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Royals continue to get in-house business done by extending the contract of Matt Quatraro through the 2029 season, but they remain in a holding pattern when it comes to acquiring another bat.David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the Quatraro extension and what moves might still be possible for the Royals.- Quatraro locked up through at least 2029.- Is the Bubic market heating up?- Could Bo Bichette be a Royal?- AL Central Win Totals.- The Jensen/Caglianone effect.- In other news…
After another loss the Chiefs can only look to the future. Does that future include Travis Kelce? How much of the Coaching Staff still fits moving forward?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) wrap up the '26 season and what to learn from it.- The offense was a disaster without Patrick Mahomes.- Offensive problems scheme or talent?- Did the Youth show anything?- Travis Kelce… then, now and what's next?- Andy Reid's comments this week.- Coaching staff changes?- What the Chiefs can learn from John Harbaugh's exit.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. At the bottom of the hour former Chiefs Offensive Lineman Joe Valerio joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last week (Episode 241) we projected where the Royals would be better/worse among the Position Players and this week we're taking a look at the Pitching Staff.Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down the pitching staff by how many wins they think the Royals have improved or regressed this offseason.- Royals extend Matt Quatraro through '29/Option for '30.- Health is the key at the top of the Rotation.- Back of the rotation may not be what it looks like now.- Is middle relief one of the biggest improvements?- Did the back of the bullpen improve with the Strahm addition?- Should the Royals fear the age of the back of the pen?
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. Nate Bukaty joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first hour of New Day with Steven St. John and producer Jake Gutierrez on Sports Radio 810 WHB. The "Ligament" Todd Leabo joins the show LIVE in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Chiefs will have a top-10 pick with a loss in Vegas, but the Raiders have the number-1 pick at stake. Can the Chiefs actually out-tank the Raiders?Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) preview the Chiefs at Raiders…- Which team has more at stake?- Will even more youth be served by the Chiefs?- Does Spags change his approach?- Which players are playing their final game for the Chiefs?- Is this Matt Nagy's last game with the Chiefs?- Dominating the AFC West is done!- Keys to the Game.- Predictions!
The Royals have quietly increased payroll again this offseason. Have they gone as far as they can go?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the Royals payroll and more… - Are the Royals at their Payroll limit?- Do they need to trade payroll?- Will Kris Bubic be moved?- Was not signing Hunter Harvey a mistake?- Have the Royals added enough OBP?- Does their bullpen have enough K's?⁃ Where are the position battles looming?