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Before "PTI" or "First Take" or any of today's popular sports debate programs on TV, there was The Sports Reporters on ESPN. For nearly 30 years, every Sunday morning, top sportswriters exchanged in passionate, intelligent conversation about the major sports issues and personalities today. Now, anchored by Mitch Albom and Mike Lupica - two of The Sports Reporters longest-standing members - the magic of the show is in podcast form, enabling the hosts to continue their highly popular tradition ...
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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…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 473 - A Blue Blood Final 4. NFL QB Decisions Still to be Made. Oscars Slap
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 K…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 472 - NCAA Tournament Set to Come Alive. Major Movement in the NFL not Involving a QB
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. Discus…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 471 - Big Dance Usual Suspects. Stomach Turning Trade in the NFL. MLB Deals
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 sit…
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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.…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 469 - Tom Brady Unretires. NCAA Hoops Bracket Released. MLB is Back!
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 d…
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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 t…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 467 - Basketball Headliners: Coach K's Career in Perspective. LeBron Drops 56 Points
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?By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 466 - QB's Make the NFL World Go Round. New Blood in the NBA MVP Discussion
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 De…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 465 - A Dynamic Duo in Philly Puts the NBA on Notice. MLB Big Picture
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 …
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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,…
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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?By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 462 - Retired QB Dominates the NFL Dialogue. NBA Heads Into the All-Star Break
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 sto…
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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 scan…
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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!By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 459 - NFL Coaching Young Bloods. NBA Storylines. Winter Olympics Aren't What They Used To Be
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 W…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 458 - Examining the Brian Flores Lawsuit Against the NFL. Brady Officially Retires. Olympics
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 …
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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.…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 456 - NFL Conference Championship Games Should Be Very Interesting! MLB HOF Debate
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?…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 455 - Best Weekend of Football Ever? NFL Playoffs Take Center Stage
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 …
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 454 - NFL Divisional Playoff Preview. Murky NCAA Ruling. Westbrook Benched in LA
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 st…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 453 - NFL Wildcard Results. Tennis Star Barred from Australian Open
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 ha…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 452 - Setting Up a Historic NFL Playoff Weekend. Georgia the College Football Champs
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.By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 451 - Week 18 in the NFL Doesn't Disappoint. College National Title Game. Klay is Back!
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 smoo…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 450 - Covid-19 Still Overshadowing Sports. AB's Side of the Story. Final Weekend in the NFL
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…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 449 - NFC Goes Through Lambeau. Wide Open AFC. SEC and Everyone Else
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!By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 448 - Remembering The Great John Madden. College Football Playoff Discussion. NFL Week 17
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 matchup…
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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?By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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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!By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 445 - More Covid-19 Disruptions Across the Sports World. NFL Bunch Up. Tiger Back?
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 …
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 444 - Urban Meyer Experiment Over in Jacksonville. Coach Deion Sanders on the Rise
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…
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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 A…
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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…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 441 - Did the CFP Committee Get the Final Rankings Right? NFL Week 13 Developments
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!…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 440 - Potential Rankings Chaos! Important Week 13 NFL Games. MLB Lockout
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 thems…
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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 …
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 438 - College Football Playoff Shake Up. Wide Open in The NFL. Thankful for Sports!
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, …
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 437 - Another Fun & Fascinating NFL Weekend! Changes to CFP Rankings? NBA
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…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 436 - College Coaching Salaries. Rankings. NFL Year of Parody. Steph Influencing the Game
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 g…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 435 - Unpacking a Fascinating NFL Weekend. Will a Two Lose Team Jump Cincinnati?
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.By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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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!By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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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!By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 432 - Covid-19 Vaccination and Sports. Atlanta World Series Champs. Bad Look for the Suns
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 Serie…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 431 - World Series War of Attrition! For the Love of Unpredictability in the NFL
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? An…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 430 - World Series Off and Running! NFL Week 8 Preview. NCAA Rankings = Placeholders
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 footba…
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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.By kelli@airtimecreative.com (Compass Media Networks)
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 428 - MLB Playoff Momentum Swing. QB's Looking Around For A Better Situation? NBA Starts
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 …
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 427 - MLB's Crazy Post-Season Continues. The Vastly Entertaining NFL. NBA Tip-Off
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…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 426 - Jon Gruden Email Scandal Big Picture. Kyrie Irving Non Vax Explanation. MLB Playoffs
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 t…
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The Sports Reporters - Episode 425 - Baseball Field = Active Participant! Statement Week in the NFL. Bama Goes Down
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 doe…
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