Final Cut Down Realities; Dan Snyder’s Dumpster Fire; Pressure on Oregon; Romo MNF No-Brainer; Quick Hits; Mailbag In this episode, Middlekauff explains how teams have their rosters set well before the final cut down day, why Dan Snyder’s dumpster fire organization when you look at his highly competent business successes that landed him the team in the first place, why there’s … [Read more...] about Middlekauff Gives An Insider Perspective On Final Cut Downs
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Gottlieb on Kobe/Shaq’s New Feud, Dwight Howard’s New L.A. Role
New Kobe/Shaq Feud; Dwight Howard’s L.A. Role; Boogie’s Downfall Guest: BTN Analyst, Ex-Iowa Star, Jess Settles This week, Gottlieb looks at the recent Kobe/Shaq media feud sparked by Kobe’s comments about O’Neal’s work ethic, what role Dwight Howard will fill with the Lakers, if Boogie Cousins is done in the NBA following his most recent legal problems. Guest: Former Iowa … [Read more...] about Gottlieb on Kobe/Shaq’s New Feud, Dwight Howard’s New L.A. Role
Inside the Parker: MLB Needs A Yankees/Dodgers Blockbuster World Series
Acuña Superstar Status; Dodgers/Yankees Blockbuster WS?; Astros Cy Young Stranglehold This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob explains why Ronald Acuña has already ascended to superstar status in only his second year, why a Dodgers/Yankees World Series would be a blockbuster would be huge for MLB, and looks at the Astros aces setting up for a rare 1/2 Cy Young finish. He also … [Read more...] about Inside the Parker: MLB Needs A Yankees/Dodgers Blockbuster World Series
Braves Triple-A Team Has Awesome Plus-Sized Version of ‘The Freeze’ Named ‘The Fridge’
The Atlanta Braves took the 7th inning stretch entertainment game to another level when they debuted ‘The Freeze,’ an Olympic level sprinter who chases down fans on a sprint around the warning track after giving them a sizable head start. Probably the only good thing about the Braves. The Freeze. pic.twitter.com/vHDE4pCReX — NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) June 15, … [Read more...] about Braves Triple-A Team Has Awesome Plus-Sized Version of ‘The Freeze’ Named ‘The Fridge’
Steph Curry Randomly Showed Up To Oakland Block Party To Ball With Locals
Steph Curry is one of the biggest superstars in the world, but, by all accounts, is still a really grounded dude that isn’t above showing fans the love. Steph was at it again yesterday when the 3-time champ randomly showed up to an Oakland street party that was being held to raise money to buy backpacks for local school kids. He wasn’t there to take Instagram pictures, he ran … [Read more...] about Steph Curry Randomly Showed Up To Oakland Block Party To Ball With Locals
Middlekauff: Luck Didn’t ‘Walk Away,’ He Was Beaten Into Submission
In this episode, Middlekauff gives his thoughts on Andrew Luck’s bombshell retirement decision, why his decision isn’t surprising given his injuries, why he’s betting on Colts GM Chris Ballard to succeed despite losing his star QB, the ripple effect of Luck’s decision on players and in the standings, his thoughts on this weekend’s Miami/Florida college kickoff, NFL preseason, … [Read more...] about Middlekauff: Luck Didn’t ‘Walk Away,’ He Was Beaten Into Submission
Michael Irvin Went Full ‘Playmaker’ In An Insane Pre-Florida Hype Speech to The U
Michael Irvin has Super Bowl rings and a Hall of Fame jacket thanks to the Cowboys, but he’ll always be a Miami Hurricane first. In a stroke of complete genius, Hurricanes first year head coach Manny Diaz let Irvin loose on his football team before their first game against 8th ranked Florida tonight. Irvin didn’t disappoint and went into full ‘Playmaker’ mode as he delivered an … [Read more...] about Michael Irvin Went Full ‘Playmaker’ In An Insane Pre-Florida Hype Speech to The U
Inside the Parker: Astros’ Absurd -500 Line; MLB’s Gas Station Viagra Panic
MLB’s Gas Station Viagra Panic; Astros’ -500 Line; Bill Walton’s MLB Debut This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob checks in from on the road has he tours ballparks across the country. He has takes on the MLB’s warning to players about using over the counter sexual enhancement drugs, why the upcoming player weekend is good for the game, Vegas making the Astros -500 favorites … [Read more...] about Inside the Parker: Astros’ Absurd -500 Line; MLB’s Gas Station Viagra Panic
Gottlieb: Lakers Shouldn’t Run It Back With Dwight Howard
Bad Dwight Howard/Lakers Vibes; Ty Lue Laker Regrets; Guest: UC Irvine HC Russell Turner on building an NCAA Tourney giant killer This week, Gottlieb looks at the odd fit if Dwight Howard signs with the Lakers, why Ty Lue must have some regrets on passing on the Lakers head coach now that he’s coming on board with the Clippers as an Asst. on the Clippers, and talks with UC … [Read more...] about Gottlieb: Lakers Shouldn’t Run It Back With Dwight Howard
Middlekauff: ‘Show Me’ Time For Jimmy G and Shanahan
In this episode, Middlekauff looks at Jimmy Garoppolo struggling in limited preseason MNF action, why the pressure is on Jimmy G and Kyle Shanahan to get results, why Mike Mayock is fed up with Antonio Brown, but is powerless to do anything about it; why the Giants’ meddling ownership has made the franchise dysfunctional, why it’s ridiculous for Ezekiel Elliott over Jerry … [Read more...] about Middlekauff: ‘Show Me’ Time For Jimmy G and Shanahan