The Sports Reporters

The NFL continues to stay top of mind as Bruce Arians steps down as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and heads for a front office position. Exploring what this means for all parties impacted. Plus, a deep dive into the Final Four. Who you like to win it all? The NBA is heading toward the playoffs and the East is extremely tight. Who should we be keeping an eye on as we enter the last few weeks of the regular season? The demise of the LA Lakers continues. Will they make it to the playoffs? And could Tiger Woods actually play in the Masters this year?!

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2022

The Final Four is set and you'll probably recognize the participants! The guys break down the "Blue Bloodiest" Final Four. Can Duke send Coach K off into the sunset with a National Title? Will their rival, UNC, ride their hot play to a title for first year head coach Hubert Davis? Can Villanova overcome another crucial injury to earn a title? And Kansas, the loan #1 seed left, is it theirs to lose? Plus, QB musical chairs is heading toward the end and the music is about to stop... Some important QB decisions still to be made. Where will Jimmy G and Baker Mayfield land? And oh what a night at the Oscars! The guys break down all the drama between Chris Rock and Will Smith. Don't miss an entertaining episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2022

The NCAA Tournament is set to come alive as we head toward some great matchups in the Sweet 16! Number 1 seeds in danger of being bounced? Who can continue their wild ride in March? Plus, another big trade in the NFL has the league buzzing! Tyreek Hill moves from KC to Miami and promptly receives a new, unprecedented, deal from the Dolphins. Discussing how this bold move impacts the WR market and QB's Tua Tagovailoa and Patrick Mahomes. And a Tennis star retires young... Don't miss this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2022

How's your bracket looking? The guys discuss the NCAA Tournament and breakdown some of the big storylines coming out of the big dance. Plus, the Cleveland Browns strike a massive trade with the Houston Texans for Deshaun Watson... The Browns then sign Watson to a massive contract! But will Watson be able to play this season? How does this whole situation sit with you? And some big time money and deals being thrown around in MLB. Where are some of the top free agents heading? Don't miss this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2022

The guys breakdown the NCAA Basketball Tournament bracket. Why it's time to deliver for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. And the importance of a star player at this time of year. Deshaun Watson has a ton of interest around the NFL. Where will he play next season? And why a New York City vaccine mandate may hamper the Yankees and Mets home games.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2022

Tom Brady says hold my avocado tequila, I'm coming back! The guys react to Tom Brady announcing his return to the NFL. How it shapes the free agent landscape. And what do you think his motivation to come back was? Plus, let the madness begin! The NCAA Tournament field is set and it seems wide open this year. And MLB ended its labor dispute with a deal and all is right in the world. Why the focus switches to Covid and the teams who have to travel to Canada.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2022

The NFL remains top of mind with Quarterbacks changing teams all over the place! Why it's exciting for the league. Was the NFL changed forever when the Rams went all in for a QB? Why don't draft picks mean as much to teams anymore? Can Russell Wilson deliver a championship in Denver? Will Carson Wentz rebound in Washington? Who is the next domino to fall? But it all might run through Green Bay as Aaron Rodgers decides to remain a Packer. Don't miss a fun episode of the Sports Reports Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2022

The guys put Coach K's career in perspective. The NBA postseason is setting up to be a rich one! LeBron drops 56 points, but are the Lakers a threat? Whose on the rise at the right time in the NBA? And are we any closer to a labor deal being reach in MLB?

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2022

The Quarterback remains the most important position on the football field and it continues to dominate our off-season discussions. The guys sort through the speculation and get you up to speed with all the current possibilities. Plus, the NBA MVP race has two fresh faces stealing the show. Can Ja Morant continue his amazing play? How about DeMar DeRozan... Will his dominance continue? And oh yeah, baseball has regular season postponements!

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2022

The James Harden show has arrived in Philadelphia and the pairing of Harden and Joel Embiid makes the 76ers formidable. What to make of their sensational play in a limited sample size? Why the East is wide open for the taking. The Suns stumble without CP3... And the Lakers troubles continue as they get clobbered by New Orleans... How can they turn it around in LA? Will the MLB owners and players come to an agreement and end the lock out? A self-imposed deadline is here... What will come of it? And looking at global changes the game can make to stay relevant. Plus, a quick examination of a historic Saturday in college basketball as the top 6 teams ranked in the AP all lost!

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2022

There is no such thing as an off-season in sports! Major League Baseball imposes a deadline to get a labor dispute settled but the sides seem far apart. Are regular season games in jeopardy of being missed? What are some of the sticking points? So many interesting scenarios involving QB's this NFL off season. Which one interests you the most? Also, discussing possible NFL broadcast booth shake ups. Could there be a rival golf league forming to compete with the PGA? Don't miss the wide variety of topics discussed on this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2022

An ugly incident in college basketball ends with suspensions and fines. Does it go far enough? Did the NBA All-Star weekend work for you this year? Is Deshaun Watson untradeable at this point?

Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2022

Would it surprise you if Tom Brady comes back to play in the NFL? What is Aaron Rodgers' play? Will he leave Green Bay? How two #12's are dominating the current NFL dialogue. Plus, discussing current storylines in the NBA at the All-Star break. The Winter Olympics continue to be an afterthought... How can they become relevant again? And an ugly story unfolding in MLB.

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2022

An ending fit for Hollywood as The Los Angeles Rams win Super Bowl 56 in dramatic fashion! The guys discuss all the storylines from the big game. Plus, where does Joe Burrow and Cincinnati go from here? James Harden is on his way to Philadelphia and Ben Simmons to Brooklyn... What the big NBA trade does for both teams. And another Russian drug scandal casts a shadow over an already abysmal Winter Olympics.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2022

The Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals are set to meet in Super Bowl 56! The guys discuss all the storylines ahead of the big game!

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2022

The one trend that is noticeable in the NFL is that all the new coaching hires seem to be young, relatively unknown names. But why aren't there more black head coaches in the NFL getting a chance? The NBA seems to have no issues... Can you believe the NBA season is approaching the All-Star break?! Catching up on NBA storylines... Will the Russell Westbrook experiment in LA be the death nail to the super team concept? And why is no one watching this year's Winter Olympics? Is the "x-games" model to blame?

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2022

The guys discuss the Brian Flores lawsuit against the NFL alleging racial discrimination in the hiring of coaches. Will the lawsuit force change? How it exposes the Rooney Rule as a shame. And will Brian Flores coach again in the NFL? Plus, Tom Brady officially announces his retirement but fails to mention the New England Patriots? What is Brady's legacy moment? And did you realize the winter Olympics have started?!

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2022

What a sports weekend!? Dissecting the big moments that led to the Rams and Bengals clinching spots in Super Bowl 56. Is Tom Brady retired or not? What led to all this confusion? And Rafael Nadal provided one of the all time great sports moments when he came from behind to win his 21st Major Tennis tournament... Discussing his legacy.

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2022

Who will play in Super Bowl 56? The time to find out has finally come! The guys set up an exciting conference championship weekend in the NFL. Rams v 49ers and Chiefs v Bengals. Plus, discussing the many elements to the baseball Hall of Fame debate. Should players who got caught using steroids be allowed in?

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2022

What an epic weekend of NFL football! The AFC and NFC Championship games are set after the greatest weekend of football the guys' have ever seen. Breaking down the surprising victories by the Bengals and 49ers. Discussing how the Rams were able to hang on and knock off the defending champs in Tampa. And some of the purest QB play we have witnessed was played in Kansas City, as the Chiefs defeat the Bills in an OT thriller. Get caught up with the all the exciting NFL action right here on the legendary Sports Reporter Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2022

The NFL playoffs are heating up and the guys preview the exciting weekend of action. How to beat Tom Brady? Can San Francisco stay hot? Is this the Bills' year? Plus, the NCAA adopts a new transgender policy. Is this a problem without a solution? Making sense of the ruling. And is the Russell Westbrook, LA Lakers experiment over? What led to the stars benching? And who's really running things in LA?

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2022

The NFL playoffs are off and running and the guys react to the early results. A disastrous ending for the Cowboys in Dallas. Brady and the Bucs make it look easy. Cincy swag! Chiefs take a minute, but finally get it going. Buffalo dominates New England. And the QB's take center stage for LA and Arizona. A Rams-Cards preview. Plus, Novak Djokovic has is visa revoked by the Australian government and must leave the country. How this complicates his tennis future... Will his covid vax status continue to be an issue moving forward?

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2022

More NFL playoff games equals more excitement! The guys set up a massive weekend of NFL playoff football. Plus, discussing the Georgia victory over Alabama for the College Football National Championship. Football early and often on the legendary Sports Reporters Podcast! Don't miss it.

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2022

The NFL playoffs are set and we couldn't be more thrilled with how the regular season ended. The guys discuss the wild finishes and set up the playoff picture. Plus, Alabama and Georgia are set to square off for a College Football National Championship. The guys discuss the game and preview some of the keys to look for. Klay Thompson was silky smooth in his return for the Warriors. Are they favorites again? And did Novack Djokovic get the "star treatment" down under? He can stay in Australia but the saga is far from over.

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2022

The world's #1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic, won't be participating in this year's Australian Open because of his vaccination status and it has turned into an international incident! Plus, Antonio Brown gives his side of the story in his dramatic exit last Sunday. What to make of that situation? Kyrie Irving makes his Nets debut with mixed fanfare. Should he be celebrated? Why do the Nets put up with his situation? And don't forget about Week 18 in the NFL! There's still a ton to play for in the last weekend of the regular season. The guys sort it all out. Don't miss a loaded Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2022

A New Year Packed with Football! The guys unpack the weekend in College Football. Plus, all the storylines out of the NFL discussed as we head for the playoffs! Don't miss this episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2022

The entire sports world mourns the loss of the great John Madden. The guys take a look at his legacy and share some fun stories. Plus, the College Football Playoff takes center stage as the semifinal games kick off. Is Cincinnati in prime position to pull off the upset of Alabama? Is it Michigan's time to shine? And some interesting Week 17 matchups in the NFL as the playoffs are in sight. Happy New Year's from the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2021

Another fun and wild NFL Weekend! We assess the top NFL teams in the AFC and NFC. Who has the best chance of being the top seed and earning a bye? Plus, why Seattle and Pittsburgh are at a crossroads. Can Baker Mayfield be a franchise quarterback? And who is the MVP of the league right now?

Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2021

Covid continues to impact the sports world. Why it's a separation Sunday in the NFL. And discussing if "super teams" hurt the game of basketball. Happy Holidays from the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2021

The Covid-19 virus is becoming a major issue for the Sports World once again. Where's it all going? It was another one of "those" Sunday's in the NFL! Top NFC players struggle while Dallas sneaks into top seed contention. Who is the class of the AFC? Plus, Tiger Woods and his son Charlie had a great showing at the PNC Championship... How should we feel about Tiger Woods? Anthony Davis suffers another injury. How big of a deal is it that he continues to be hurt? And the Phoenix Suns keep winning. Is this the new norm in the West?

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2021

The Jacksonville Jaguars pull the plug on the Urban Meyer experience ending an embarrassing stretch for the team. The Trevor Lawrence Factor. Will Urban coach again? And a broader look at college coaches making the jump to the NFL. Plus, discussing the big games of the weekend in the mighty NFL. And Deion Sanders lures a top recruit down to Jackson State University... Could this be the begging of a trend in College Football? Is Deion Sanders primed to be the next big coaching star?

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2021

Unpacking another wild and entertaining NFL weekend! Why would Rodgers want to leave Green Bay? Brady and the Bucs hang on. Even though they won, is there cause for concern in Dallas and Kansas City? Trying to make sense of the Urban Meyers fiasco in Jacksonville. And a statement game situation between the Cardinals and Rams. Plus, Bryce Young of Alabama wins the Heisman Trophy. Is he pro ready?

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2021

The Patriots run past the Bills and look like one of the best teams in the AFC. Are they legit contenders? Discussing the Patriots sustained success over three decades. Some other big time matchups leave us wondering who will have a statement win? Can the Cowboys regain control of their division? Which version of the Chiefs will show up against the Raiders? The Ravens can't possibly loose back to back divisional games? And the Cardinals have the best record and are still trying to prove themselves... Plus, we discuss the NBA. There is the Warriors and Suns... and then everyone else! What's going on with the Nets and Lakers? And the Rockets have been a nice early season story.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2021

The field is set for the College Football Playoffs! Did the committee get the final rankings right? Is the current system working or is it time to add teams? Plus, in the NFL, the cream is starting to rise to the top in the NFC, and the AFC is wide open. A football packed Sports Reporters Podcast, don't miss it!

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2021

The first Saturday in December has us set up for college football rankings chaos, as none of the conference championship games are locks! Discussing the possible ranking scenarios. Plus, the coaching carousel continues in college football. Some very important week 13 NFL match ups. Must win time for the Cowboys? How will the Cardinals present themselves? And MLB finds itself in its first lockout in 26 years. Is the season in jeopardy?

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2021

The guys discuss the latest news and developments in College Football. What to make of Lincoln Riley leaving Oklahoma for USC? Michigan manhandles Ohio State. Alabama sneaks by Auburn. Where will everyone land in the rankings? Why a lot will be riding on conference championship games. Plus, the NFL plot thickens after week 12. Whose stock is going up and whose is pointing down?

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2021

The Cincinnati Bearcats finally break in to the College Football Playoff at the #4 spot. Still a lot of football to be played. Can they hang in there until the end? Why Ohio State v Michigan is a de facto playoff game. Can Michigan finally beat Ohio State? And why the two lose factor is the biggest question mark around this seasons' playoff. Plus, some tasty NFL action starting on Thanksgiving and going through the weekend. Who will step up and make a statement? Plus, what we are thankful for in sports right now.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2021

The NFL continues to provide extremely entertaining storylines and we weren't disappointed this past weekend. Cowboys fall flat. Arizona continues to win. The Titans lose to the Texans? The Chiefs taking baby steps. And is it time for a change in Seattle? The College football playoff committee has to move Cincinnati up into the top 4, right??? What more do they have to do? And is CJ Stroud of Ohio State the Heisman frontrunner? Plus, Lebron James and Isaiah Stewart get into it on the court. What caused it? And other NBA storylines of note.

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2021

Mel Tucker of Michigan State is set to join Nick Saban as one of College Football's highest paid coaches. Is it smart for the Spartans to make such a move? And where are we heading in college athletics with these huge salaries for coaches? Discussing the rankings. What do discussions being held behind closed doors sound like? Plus, some crossroad games in the NFL this weekend. Why there isn't one great team this year. And Steph Curry is changing the game of basketball forever... Is it a good or bad thing for the NBA?

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2021

The NFL continues to delivery surprising results and fascinating matchups. The guys unpack what we just saw over the weekend. Plus, will Cincinnati get left out of the College Football Playoff? Discussing a wide open College Football season and much more.

Transcribed - Published: 15 November 2021

With the NFL season at the halfway point, the guys discuss who the top teams are. Who's pretending? And who can make a playoff run? An assessment of the NFC and AFC! That's all on this week's episode of the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2021

The underdogs get it done in Week 10 NFL action making for another wild and unpredictable weekend! The guys discuss the major stories in the NFL. And why this year in College Football is wide open. Is it time to expand the playoff? Don't miss the Sports Reporters Podcast!

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2021

Aaron Rodgers continues to be the talk of the league but this time for all the wrong reasons. Is he vaccinated is he not? Why lie about it? The guys discuss all the angles including if this will derail the Packers' season. Plus, some interesting games around the NFL to dissect. The Atlanta Braves complete an unbelievable year to win the World Series. Why it's all about the finish! And the Phoenix Suns have a problem. What to make of the in depth story about the culture and owner there... What jumps out at you?

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2021

The World Series is heading toward an epic conclusion and we couldn't be more entertained. Pitching survival has become the storyline... Are the Astros favorites even though they are down a game? Plus, in the NFL it was the weekend of the backup quarterback! Why the league is so hard to predict. Which teams have emerged as Super Bowl contenders? And Michigan falls to Michigan State in College Football... Examining Jim Harbaugh's coaching decisions and say hello to Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III!

Transcribed - Published: 2 November 2021

The Atlanta Braves take Game 1 of the World Series. No one should be surprised by the Braves at this point. How the Braves and the Astros "got lost" in the season. And with Charlie Morton out, does that put the Braves and their pitching at a disadvantage? Plus, Michigan and Michigan State square in a battle of undefeated teams... Why college football rankings are merely placeholders. And a preview of Week 8 in the NFL.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2021

As the NFL delivers another fun and compelling weekend, we begin to see the cream rising to the top. Who are the legit contenders so far? And baseball's fall classic is all set! As the Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros meet in the World Series. Initial thoughts on a solid matchup.

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2021

The crazy swings of momentum are being felt across the MLB playoffs! The guys discuss all the thrilling moments in the Dodgers-Braves series and the Red Sox-Astros series so far. Why storylines in the regular season mean nothing in the postseason. Plus, is Baker Mayfield's time in Cleveland coming to an end? Will Deshaun Watson get traded? What is his status in the league currently? And the NBA tipped off and we already have some fun storylines to discuss. All that and more, on a loaded Sports Reporters Podcast heading into the weekend!

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2021

The baseball playoffs continue to excite as the championship series' are underway. The Braves walk-off on the Dodgers in back to back games. It's bombs away in the Red Sox-Astros series... What else will we see? Dissecting the pitching moves and shifts. And how can we cut down on game length? Plus, the NBA is set to tip off and the guys preview the season. NFL Week 6 did not disappoint. The guys discuss the differing QB styles through out the league. Who is the best team right now? And do we already know the final four in College Football?

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2021

Discussing the Jon Gruden email scandal griping the NFL. How much bigger does this get? And what it means for private communication going forward. Plus, Kyrie Irving explains his reasoning for not receiving the Covid-19 vaccine. Does he have a point or is it a short sided view? And baseball has their Championship series' set except out west where the Dodgers and Giants will have a winner take all Game 5! The guys discuss the baseball storylines catching their eye.

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2021

The MLB playoffs are in full swing and the guys are here to discuss! What a weird and wild play in the Red Sox-Rays series. Was the ground rule double ruled fairly? And how do the Rays rebound? Why Max Scherzer's time to shine is now. Plus, a compelling weekend of football has the guys giddy with excitement! Alabama goes down to Texas A&M! What does a Nick Saban post game speech sound like after a loss? NFL teams with statement wins in Week 5. Plus, discussing the Jon Gruden emails.

Transcribed - Published: 11 October 2021