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This episode covers the biggest debates across the NFL, NBA, and MLB. We start with the NFL by ranking the most improved defenses and offenses after the offseason. Teams discussed include the Rams, Bengals, Panthers, Ravens, Titans, Jets, Saints, Raiders, Texans, Chiefs, and more as we debate which franchises made the biggest leap heading into the season. Then we shift to the NBA for “Way or No Way: Trade Edition,” breaking down whether some of the league’s biggest stars could realistically be moved. We discuss Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell, Anthony Davis, Ja Morant, Kevin Durant, Zion W...

The pressure is on across the NBA and MLB, and we’re diving into the biggest debates right now. We start with a legacy-defining question: Does LeBron James end the GOAT debate if he beats the Thunder without Luka? Then we put stars head-to-head—who would you rather have as your #1 option in a playoff series? A healthy Joel Embiid leads the discussion against a stacked group including Brunson, Mitchell, LeBron, and more. Next, we fix the league with “One Move Away”—the single adjustment every eliminated NBA playoff team needs to make, from contenders like the Celtics and Nuggets to teams s...

Josh and TASS are joined by guest Alex Day for a packed episode of The Alex Day Show, diving into both the NFL and MLB with a mix of analysis and debate. The show opens with a full breakdown of all eight NFL divisions following the draft, as Josh ranks each division from worst to best and evaluates how the offseason reshaped the league. The conversation then shifts to baseball, where the crew debates which Yankee is most critical to the team’s success in a Sports Scantron segment, followed by a True or False discussion centered on Mike Trout. Th...

Way or No Way is back with a full MLB hitting and pitching stats edition, featuring some bold predictions that push the limits of what’s realistic this season. On the hitting side, we break down: Potential rookie record chases from Kevin McGonigle and Munetaka Murakami Mike Trout chasing a new career high in home runs Whether Aaron Judge can go 30-30 A possible Yordan Alvarez Triple Crown season And the case for Nico Hoerner reaching a 10 WAR year We also question if Bobby Witt Jr. and Fernando Tatis Jr. could fall short of expectations, and whether Nick Kurtz could le...

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know from a loaded draft weekend. In this episode, we go division by division with our “Approve or Disapprove” segment, hitting every team across the AFC and NFC East, West, North, and South to evaluate how each franchise approached the draft. We also dive into our early Top-12 rookies for dynasty fantasy football, highlighting the players who can make an immediate and long-term impact. Josh shares his five favorite picks, including standout selections like Caleb Downs to Dallas and Kayden McDonald to Houston, along...

We sat down with Toledo DB Avery Smith ahead of the NFL Draft to break down his journey, development, and what he’s bringing to the next level. Avery takes us through his unique transition from quarterback to cornerback and how that offensive background gives him an edge in reading routes and making plays on the ball. He opens up about the biggest jump in his game from year two to year three and what clicked for him as he elevated his performance. We also dive into his strong showing at the Shrine Bowl and why that opportunity was so im...

Michael Taaffe joins the show ahead of the NFL Draft to break down his journey from Texas walk-on to one of the leaders of the Longhorns’ DBU resurgence. He talks about his biggest on-field growth, the teammates who shaped his game, and what he brings to the next level. Plus, we dive into Texas’ rise under Sark, what it’ll take to win a national title, and hit some rapid-fire questions—from underrated DBs to the best spots in Austin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

We have our final NFL Mock Draft, full round 1 with trades, and to join us is our special yearly guest Adam Lazarre-White. Plus we have a fun would you rather and two fun who hangs up firsts for major NFL Draft trades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with one of the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, Chris Johnson, for a deep dive into his journey, mindset, and what he brings to the next level. We kick things off with some combine talk before getting into the biggest jump in his game from 2024 to 2025 and what’s fueled his rise up draft boards. Chris breaks down his biggest strength heading into the NFL, along with the one area he’s focused on improving as he prepares for the next level. We also highlight a couple of the most underrated DBs in his...

Nico (Elite Takes) joins the boys for a full-round 1 mock draft podcast plus talks potential trades and pairings in the first round of the NFL draft Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back with a full round 1 NFL Mock Draft...but this one has a twist. Prior to every pick the other guy gives the guy picking a mystery rule that they have to adhere to when making the selection! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL Draft conversation heats up as we break down one of the biggest questions of the 2026 class: just how good is Jeremiyah Love as a prospect? We compare Love to elite recent RB prospects including Todd Gurley, Saquon Barkley, Bijan Robinson, Christian McCaffrey, Jahmyr Gibbs, Leonard Fournette, Ezekiel Elliott, and Ashton Jeanty to determine where he truly stacks up historically. Then it’s time for Way Or No Way: NFL Draft Takes — rapid-fire reactions to the biggest storylines shaping Round 1: Is Jeremiyah Love a LOCK top-5 pick? Does Ty Simpson crack the top-20? Could Caleb Downs slide outside the top...

The boys are back to do a full round 1 NFL Mock Draft with trades! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Hammer joins Stripe Sports for a full March Madness deep dive—breaking down who can actually cut down the nets… and who’s just noise. We start by dissecting the contenders outside of Hammer’s “Trapezoid of Excellence” (Duke, Michigan, Gonzaga, Arizona, Iowa State), diving into how they win and how they lose—including UConn, Kansas, Purdue, Houston, Michigan State, and more. Then we get into a big-picture debate: Is the mid-major Cinderella run officially dead in the NIL + portal era? True or False. From there, it’s classic Stripe Sports segments: Sports Scantron: Which Coach Cal freshman guard (Wall, Fox, Tyrek...

Special guest Nick Bateman, the college hoops guru, is on to breakdown each game, of each region, OF THE ENTIRE BRACKET, on an awesome March Madness special. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The MLB season is around the corner and we’re kicking off our 2026 MLB Preview Series with special guest Steven Russell. Steven and Josh make their official predictions for the upcoming season including AL & NL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and World Series champion — plus a dark horse and long-shot pick for every award. We also play Who Would You Rather Have Going Forward featuring a loaded Vladimir Guerrero Jr. edition and a Roman Anthony edition, debating some of the biggest young stars in baseball like Juan Soto, Ronald Acuña Jr., Gunnar Henderson, Julio Rodríguez, Jackson Chouri...

Brought to you by Red Baron Pizza, Richard "Rip" Hamilton joins the show to talk about the reasons his Detroit Pistons AND UCONN Huskies can both win the title. Plus, he plays a little "Would You Rather" with Kemba Walker, and talks about what it takes to be the most efficient off-ball player you can be. Hit ya free throws! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back to preview the World Baseball Classic, plus talk a little MLB and NBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re back with a FULL 1st-Round NFL Mock Draft — and this one gets CHAOTIC. Tass runs the odds. Josh makes the picks. Trades are flying everywhere. The draft kicks off with the Las Vegas Raiders selecting Fernando Mendoza at No. 1, the New York Jets grabbing Caleb Downs at No. 2, and defensive stars like Arvell Reese, Rueben Bain Jr., and Mansoor Delane flying off the board early. But the real drama? The trades. Kansas City Chiefs move up for Francis Mauigoa Buffalo Bills swing big for Makai Lemon Philadelphia Eagles go get Kenyon Sadiq Multiple moves from the New York Jets...

With the Super Bowl in the rearview, we dive straight into the biggest debates shaping the NFL offseason. Which HC/QB combo would you rather have next season? We run the full gauntlet — Mahomes, Allen, Herbert, Dak, Purdy, Stafford, Maye, Caleb Williams and more. Then it’s Can We Fix It? Seahawks Edition — a hard look at roster direction, coaching decisions, and whether Seattle’s stuck or one move away. Josh takes over with a deep dive on 2027 First-Time Hall of Fame Ballot players, separating real Hall of Famers from nostalgia picks. In the NBA, it’s Way or No Way: Can T...