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State Of The Franchise
By Omar El Abdin Mohamed El-Zein Muhaned El-Zein
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State Of The FranchiseNov 24, 2022
![Eagles are 8-1. Baltimore Ravens are the # 1 team in the AFC. Playoff Picture predictions. NBA Play-in Tournament begins.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
Eagles are 8-1. Baltimore Ravens are the # 1 team in the AFC. Playoff Picture predictions. NBA Play-in Tournament begins.
EPISODE 81 SEASON 4
The Philadelphia Eagles soar as the NFL leaders with an impressive 8-1 record heading into their Week 10 bye. The San Francisco 49ers make headlines with a major trade, securing the talents of elite edge rusher Chase Young from the Washington Commanders at the trade deadline. As the playoff race intensifies, the Baltimore Ravens, Jacksonville Jaguars, Detroit Lions, and the Kansas City Chiefs emerge as contenders, shaping the landscape for the remaining postseason slots. The NBA Play-in Tournament kicks off, showcasing stellar performances from both seasoned veterans and rising stars, adding excitement to the basketball scene. And congratulations to the Texas Rangers who are the 2023 MLB World Series Champions.
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![NFL WEEK 6: Eagles and 49ers are undefeated at 5-0. Damian Lillard traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. D-backs vs. Phillies in the NLCS & Astros vs. Rangers in the ALCS.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
NFL WEEK 6: Eagles and 49ers are undefeated at 5-0. Damian Lillard traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. D-backs vs. Phillies in the NLCS & Astros vs. Rangers in the ALCS.
EPISODE 80 SEASON 4
The first 5 weeks of the NFL season are in the books and the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers remain undefeated at 5-0. The Eagles defeated the Rams in L.A. while the 49ers embarrassed the cowboys during primetime. In the NFC North, the Lions are easily running away with the division while the Vikings have only won 1 game so far this season. The Miami Dolphins are currently atop of the division due to the Bills losing to Jaguars in London. The Ravens come into Pittsburgh and get punched in the mouth in a close divisional matchup. Steelers are in control of the number spot with Deshaun Watson injured and the Bengals getting off to a slow start. The 2023 NBA season is just a few weeks away and the Portland Trailblazers have traded Damain Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks. Does this make the Bucks an instant favorite to win the Eastern Conference and the NBA Title? We discuss how the outlook for the Eastern conference could potentially playout this season. And the stage is set for the 2023 MLB ALCS and NLCS, Diamondbacks vs Phillies & Astros vs. Rangers.
TIMESTAMPS
ELITE NFL TEAMS NFC VS AFC (00:00 - 07:15)
AFC NORTH (07:25 - 14:00)
AFC SOUTH (14:05 - 16:00)
LEADING RUSHERS (16:05 - 19:30)
NFC EAST (19:35 - 36:20)
NFC NORTH (36:25 - 42:30)
NFC SOUTH (42:35 - 49:05)
NBA DAMIAN LILLARD TRADED TO THE BUCKS (49:05 - 50:00)
MLB D-BACKS VS PHILLIES NLCS & ASTROS VS RANGERS ALCS (01:01:35 - 01:07:50)
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![2023 NFL WEEK 1 | Aaron Rodgers season ending injury | Cowboys, 49ers, & Dolphins brilliance | Week 1 reaction and Week 2 Picks](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
2023 NFL WEEK 1 | Aaron Rodgers season ending injury | Cowboys, 49ers, & Dolphins brilliance | Week 1 reaction and Week 2 Picks
EPISODE 79 SEASON 4 PREMIERE
Welcome back to the fourth season of the State Of the Franchise show! The 2023 NFL season is officially underway with Week 1 already in the books. The defending Super Bowl Champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, lose to the Detroit Lions. We discuss if there is a lack of playmakers on the Chiefs outside of Travis Kelce. The Dallas Cowboys defense absolutely shut down the New York Giants on Sunday night at prime time. Aaron Rodgers season with the New York Jets is over before it even has a chance to start, but the Jets still manage to win their home opener vs the Buffalo Bills. Packed episode with discussions from Week 1 and Picks for Week 2.
TIMESTAMPS
(00:30 - 13:10) BILLS @ JETS & Aaron Rodgers season-ending injury
(13:00 - 18:00) COWBOYS @ GIANTS Sunday night massacre
(18:05 - 27:15) CARDINALS @ COMMANDERS
(27:20 - 37:55) EAGLES @ PATRIOTS
(38:05 - 39:00) BENGALS @ BROWNS
(39:05 - 40:15) RAMS @ SEAHAWKS
(40:30 - 43:00) BEARS @ PACKERS
(43:05 - 47:15) TITANS @ SAINTS
(47:50 - 52:30) RAIDERS @ BRONCOS
(52:40 - 55:00) 49ERS @ STEELERS
(55:10 - 60:05) DOLPHINS @ CHARGERS GAME OF THE WEEK
(60:00:00 - 61:00) LIONS @ CHIEFS
(61:03:00 - 65:00:00) WEEK 2 PICKS
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![The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions & Nikola Jokić is NBA Finals MVP | Manchester City secures the Treble | The Vegas Golden Knights are NHL Champions](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions & Nikola Jokić is NBA Finals MVP | Manchester City secures the Treble | The Vegas Golden Knights are NHL Champions
EPISODE 78 TIMESTAMPS
2023 NBA Finals Recap MIAMI HEAT VS DENVER NUGGETS (07:00 - 30:45)
Manchester City secure their first UEFA Champions League trophy (30:50 - 37:45)
English Premium League and the transfer window (38:00 - 50:55)
More NFL Offseason news (51:00 - 01:05:00)
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NBA Finals with KG | Messi to Inter Miami | Man City vs Inter Milan UEFA FINAL
EPISODE 77 TIMESTAMPS
NBA Finals Games 1-3 discussion with recurring guest KG (00:00 - 22:30)
Lionel Messi is coming to Inter Miami (22:50 - 34:30)
UEFA Champions League Final Manchester City vs. Inter Milan Preview (35:00 - 46:00)
NFL offseason watch (47:00 - 52:00)
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![The Denver Nuggets sweep the L.A. Lakers and advance into their first NBA Finals | The Miami Heat are up 3-1 against the Boston Celtics | Is the GOAT retiring?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
The Denver Nuggets sweep the L.A. Lakers and advance into their first NBA Finals | The Miami Heat are up 3-1 against the Boston Celtics | Is the GOAT retiring?
EPISODE 76
The Denver Nuggets have swept the LA Lakers. Denver’s stars Nikola Jokic who averages a triple-double in almost every game, Jamal Murray who has always been an outstanding baller since the bubble, and the rest of the Nuggets team have evolved into a juggernaut. This is the Nugget's first WCF title in franchise history.
Lebron James considers retirement after getting swept by the Nuggets.
The Miami Heat are up 3-1 and are preparing for a gentlemen’s sweep against the Boston Celtics. We predict that Miami closes out the series in 6.
It’s trending toward the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat for this year’s NBA Finals!
TIMESTAMPS
WCF: DENVER NUGGETS WIN FIRST NBA WCF & SWEEP THE L.A. LAKERS (00:00 - 11:00)
LEBRON JAMES RETIREMENT & FUTURE (11:05 - 20:00)
ECF: MIAMI HEAT 3 VS BOSTON CELTICS 1 (20:05 - 46:00)
MIAMI HEAT: THEIR JOURNEY FROM THE PLAY-IN TOURNAMENT TO A 3-1 LEAD IN THE ECF (34:30)
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NBA Western & Eastern Conference Finals | 2023 NFL Schedule Release
EPISODE 75 TIMESTAMPS
WCF: L.A. LAKERS VS DENVER NUGGETS (00:00 - 07:00)
SUNS VS NUGGETS (07:05 - 09:45)
LAKERS VS WARRIORS (10:00 - 13:00)
ECF: MIAMI HEAT VS BOSTON CELTICS (13:05 - 25:00)
HEAT VS KNICKS (25:30 - 28:15)
76ERS VS CELTICS (28:30 - 31:30)
WCF & ECF PICKS: WINNERS & MVP (32:00 - 39:00)
NFL Schedule release and news (39:05 - 51:00)
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![2023 NBA PLAYOFFS ROUND 1 | 2023 NFL DRAFT & FREE AGENCY](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo400/8218254/8218254-1619985777457-1a16b4d6a9292.jpg)
2023 NBA PLAYOFFS ROUND 1 | 2023 NFL DRAFT & FREE AGENCY
EPISODE 74
Welcome back everyone to another episode of the show! We’ve got a packed episode for the people today.
Round 1 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs has begun and these teams are delivering the action and entertainment that we’ve needed. We discuss the ongoing games in both conferences and make our picks on conference championship finalists.
NFL DRAFT SEASON IS HERE!
The NFL off-season and free agency: The Josh Harris group is buying the Washington Commanders from Dan Snyder, bringing in a new era for Washington football fans;
The Jets finalize their deal to make Aaron Rodgers their starting QB
Jalen Hurts signs the biggest contract for a QB, and what that means for other QBs across the league
And we wrap up the show by discussing which teams improved the best by singing new players through free agency.
TIMESTAMPS
NBA PLAYOFFS ROUND 1 (00:30 - 25:50)
NFL OFFSEASON (26:00 - 50:10)
THE NEW SHOWTIME WASHINGTON COMMANDERS (26:00 - 35:00)
AARON RODGERS TO THE JETS (37:30 - 41:00)
JALEN HURTS NEW CONTRACT AND ITS IMPACT ON QB’S CONTRACTS ACROSS THE LEAGUE (42:00 - 44:30)
NFL FREE AGENCY (44:50 - 49:55)
NFL DRAFT (50:00 - 01:01:40)
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![SUPER BOWL LVII: THE CHIEFS DEFEAT THE EAGLES 38-35 | Shane Steichen to the Colts, Johnathan Gannon to the Cardinals, Eric Bieniemy to the Commanders as OC | NBA: KD CP3 & Booker, the new big 3?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
SUPER BOWL LVII: THE CHIEFS DEFEAT THE EAGLES 38-35 | Shane Steichen to the Colts, Johnathan Gannon to the Cardinals, Eric Bieniemy to the Commanders as OC | NBA: KD CP3 & Booker, the new big 3?
EPISODE 73
Super Bowl LVII (00:30 - 12:00)
The Kansas City Chiefs vs The Philadelphia Eagles. Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes going blow for the blow on the grand stage. We recap the Super Bowl 57 and talk about the NFL season, Patrick Mahomes status as one of the greatest NFL players in today's game, Jalen Hurts magnificent performance and positive future as a top 5 quarterback, as well as our picks and Super Bowl prop bets.
The Eagle's future (12:30 - 20:00)
Eagles OC Shane Steichen and DC Jonathan Gannon have both moved on to head coaching positions in Indianapolis and Arizona respectively, thank you for your time with the Eagles. The Eagles had several players on one-year deals, we talk about who is potentially moving on from Philadelphia and what Jalen Hurts contract may look like for the MVP runner-up. And the Eagles also have 2 first-round picks in this year's draft.
Eric Bieniemy to the Washington Commanders as their offensive coordinator (20:30 - 36:30)
Transitioning to the NBA season (37:00 - 53:50)
The Brooklyn Nets have shocked the NBA by breaking up their star-studded team by sending Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns and Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks. We think these were great moves for the players. Lebron James made history by breaking the NBA scoring title against the OKC Thunder, becoming the number-one scorer in NBA history.
UFC (54:30 - 58:20)
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![SUPER BOWL LVII: KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES PREVIEW | NFC & AFC Championship Games recap | Tom Brady retires form the NFL again | New head coaches.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
SUPER BOWL LVII: KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES PREVIEW | NFC & AFC Championship Games recap | Tom Brady retires form the NFL again | New head coaches.
EPISODE 72
NFC Championship Eagles vs 49ers (00:30 - 16:00)
The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the San Francisco 49ers for the NFC Championship game. Brock Purdy suffered an early injury, leaving the 49ers with 0 air attack after the emergency QB Josh Johnson left the game with a head injury. But the true bright spot for the Eagles was their dominant offensive line that won the battle in the trenches against Nick Bosa and the 49ers number 1 rated rush defense. Miles Sanders, Boston Scott, and Jalen Hurts all found pay dirt ending the game 7-31 and punching the Eagles ticket into Super Bowl LVII.
AFC Championship Bengals vs Chiefs (16:00 - 29:40)
A banged-up Kansas City Chiefs hosted Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals at “Burrowhead” stadium for the AFC Championship game. Patrick Mahomes on a bad ankle manages to go blow for blow with Burrow. A late hit out of bounds on Mahomes during the final drive of game for the Chiefs sends them deep into Bengals territory and Harrison Butker's field goal wins them the game and sets us Chiefs vs Eagles in the State Farm Arena for Super Bowl LVII.
SUPER BOWL LVII PREDICTIONS (30:00 - 43:15)
Tom Brady retires from the NFL for a second time and we discuss future scenarios for the GOAT (43:30 - 46:30)
Same team, new head coach, problem solved? (47:15 - 50:30)
Sean Payton to the Denver Broncos.
DeMeco Ryan’s to the Houston Texans.
Frank Reich to the Carolina Panthers.
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![NFL Divisional Round Recap. NFC & AFC Championship preview.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
NFL Divisional Round Recap. NFC & AFC Championship preview.
The Philadelphia Eagles dominate the New York Giants, and Dak Prescott throws away the game to the 49ers. The 49ers will take on the Eagles at Philadelphia for the NFC Championship game. Patrick Mahomes suffers an ankle injury against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the well-coached Kansas City Chiefs proved to be too much for the Doug Pederson and the Jaguars. Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals take down the Buffalo Bills in a snowstorm and prepare to face Mahomes and the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game at Arrow Head.
Divisional round recap (02:00 - 57:00)
NFC Divisional Games
Eagles Giants (02:30 - 21:15)
Eagles 49ers predictions (15:00 - 20:00)
Cowboys 49ers (21:10 - 34:10)
AFC Divisional Games
Chiefs Jaguars (34:15 - 38:20)
Bengals Bills (38:30 - 48:20)
Chiefs Bengals predictions (49:00 - 56:00)
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NFL Super Wildcard Weekend recap & Divisional Round Preview with KG
EPISODE 70
KG joins us on the show to recap Super Wildcard Weekend and discuss the Divisional round. The New York Giants stomped a mud hole all over the Minnesota Vikings, and the G Men advance into the divisional round of the playoffs and get rewarded with a 3rd game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Doug Pederson’s Jaguars started with 4 turnovers against the LA Chargers, but somehow Pederson and Trevor Lawrence were able to rally and clear the 27-point deficit and comeback against the Chargers. It’s not about how you start; it’s about how you finish! The Jags will go one on one with Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs. The Bengals take care of the Ravens again, and the Bills escape the dolphins to advance. The San Francisco 49ers are overpowered, but no one can deny that Dakota Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys are starting to look dominant too. But will they be able to go blow for blow with the playmakers on the 49ers?
SUPER WILDCARD WEEKEND
GIANTS VIKINGS (02:20 - 16:00)
SEAHAWKS 49ERS (16:05 - 20:30)
COWBOYS BUCCANEERS (21:00 - 30:00)
COWBOYS 49ERS (31:00)
CHARGERS JAGUARS (33:00 - 40:30)
RAVENS BENGALS (40:50 - 51:00)
DOLPHINS BILLS (51:05 - 57:50)
JAGUARS CHIEFS (58:00)
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![Damar Hamlin. NFL Week 17 recap, Playoff seeding scenarios. College Football Bowl games.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Damar Hamlin. NFL Week 17 recap, Playoff seeding scenarios. College Football Bowl games.
EPISODE 69
During Monday Night Football, the world witnessed the tragic incident of Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest on the field. CPR was performed on Hamlin and he was rushed to the hospital in Cincinnati. Hamlin remains in critical condition but is showing positive signs of progress toward recovery. Thanks to the immediate response from the team doctors and medical personnel at the game, this incident didn't result in Hamlin losing his life. Hamlin's charity the Chasing M's Foundation has received millions in donations from fans and players across the world. We hope that Hamlin will recover from this and that he will play again in the future. Our thoughts are with his family and the Buffalo Bills.
Week 17 recap. Eagles losing to the Saints puts the pressure on them to secure the number 1 seed in the NFC this week vs the New York Giants who have clinched the NFC 6th seed. Patrick Mahomes continues his undefeated streak against the Denver Broncos and the Chiefs have the AFC number 1 seed locked down. Mahomes has solidified his case for MVP with 40 passing TD's and 5000 yards. The Jaguars need to beat the Titans on Saturday night prime time to win the division and make the playoffs. And Penn State wins their second Rose Bowl title since 1995! RIP Pele.
Timestamp
Damar Hamlin (00:00 - 15:45)
Week 17 Recap (16:30 - 50:00)
Dolphins Patriots (17:00 - 19:45)
Ravens (20:00 - 21:50)
Broncos Chiefs (22:00 - 23:50)
Raiders 49ers (24:00 - 25:45)
Chargers Jags (26:00 - 33:30)
Browns Commanders Eliminated (34:00 - 37:55)
Saints Eagles (38:00 - 44:00)
Vikings Packers (44:15 - 48:00)
Cowboys-Eagles and 1st place in the NFC East (48:05 - 49:55)
CFB (50:00 - 52:00)
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![NFL Week 16 & The NFL Playoffs.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
NFL Week 16 & The NFL Playoffs.
EPISODE 68
NFL Week 16 recap. Playoff picture discussion with teams that might sneak into the playoffs. The Jaguars are in a position to host a playoff game. The Carolina Panthers could steal the NFC South. The Chargers have clinched a playoff berth. And the number one seed Buffalo Bills march into a heavy-weight matchup with the Bengals. Oh and the Denver Broncos fired Nathaniel Hackett after Russell Wilson was snubbed of this year's NVP. JJ Watt has announced his retirement from the NFL. The Pittsburgh Steelers win against the Raiders and they win it for the late Franco Harris on the night the franchise retires his jersey.
SPECIAL SHOUTOUT TO OVI (01:05)
NFL WEEK 16 RECAP (08:30 - 00:00)
Commanders’ 49ers (08:45 - 11:45)
SHOOTOUT IN DALLAS Eagles-Cowboys (12:00 - 22:00)
Eagles VS 49ERS NFC CHIP MATCHUP (24:00 - 27:30)
DOLPHINS PACKERS (27:30 - 33:00)
BUCCANEERS window for success (33:05 - 38:40)
Brady & The Raiders (38:40 - 41:50)
Rams vs Broncos, RIP Dangerwhich, Nathaniel Hackett Fired as Head Coach of the Denver Broncos (42:00 - 48:20)
AFC TEAMS (50:00 - 54:30)
Playoff picture and teams making it (55:00 - 60:00)
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![Argentina wins the 2022 World Cup. NFL Week 14 & 15 recap and the NFL Playoff Picture.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Argentina wins the 2022 World Cup. NFL Week 14 & 15 recap and the NFL Playoff Picture.
Congrutalitons to Lionel Messi and Argentina for winning the 2022 World Cup! We recap both NFL Weeks 14 & 15. Kirk Cousins pulls off the most incredible comeback victory in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs lock up their 6th straight division title. The Buffalo Bills maintain the number 1 seed in the AFC but the race for that first-round bye and home playoff game is heating up. Jalen Hurts continues his MVP season but will miss 1-2 weeks with a sprained shoulder he suffered in the Bears victory. And we wrap up the show with an interesting conversation on how officiating has a direct impact on the outcome of several games.
World Cup (02:10 - 16:45)
NFL WEEK 14 & 15 (17:10 - 01:10:00)
COLTS VIKINGS (17:10 - 24:30)
Dolphins Bills (26:15 - 33:05)
Cowboys Jaguars (33:10 - 43:20)
Cardinals Broncos (43:25 - 45:10)
Raiders Patriots (50:00 - 52:30)
Commanders Giants (53:40 - 01:11:30)
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![WORLD CUP QUARTER FINALS. NFL Week 13 Recap & Week 14 Picks.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
WORLD CUP QUARTER FINALS. NFL Week 13 Recap & Week 14 Picks.
![USA advance in the Round of 16. It's called soccer now. NFL Week 12 recap and Week 13 picks. And Playoffs, we're talking about Playoffs.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
USA advance in the Round of 16. It's called soccer now. NFL Week 12 recap and Week 13 picks. And Playoffs, we're talking about Playoffs.
EPISODE 65
USA DEFEATS IRAN 1-0 TO ADVANCE INTO THE ROUND OF 16 IN THE 2022 WORLD CUP. It's called soccer now. We recap the games of the Group Stage and discuss how team USA can stay alive in the tournament. NFL Week 12 recap, playoff picture discussion, and Week 13 picks.
TIMESTAMPS
WORLD CUP 2022 USA (06:30 - 27:30)
NFL WEEK 12 (27:35 - 57:15)
BILLS LIONS (27:45 - 28:25)
PATS VIKINGS (28:30 - 30:15)
PACKERS EAGLES (30:00 - 36:45)
RAVENS JAGS (36:50 - 38:10)
BROWNS BUCCANEERS (38:20 - 40:00)
RAIDERS SEAHAWKS (40:10 - 41:00)
BRONCOS DISATER (41:10 - 43:00)
RAMS SUPERBOWL HANGOVER (43:15 - 49:30)
PLAYOFFS (50:00 - 57:15)
NFL WEEK 13 PICKS (57:30 - 01:14:20)
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![Thanksgiving Day Special: WORLD CUP 2022 | NFL Week 11 recap and Week 12 picks](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Thanksgiving Day Special: WORLD CUP 2022 | NFL Week 11 recap and Week 12 picks
EPISODE 64
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO EVERYONE!
Recurring guest Ahmed joins us on this Thanksgiving special episode. We begin our World Cup 2022 discussion with the huge upset that Argentina suffered against Saudi Arabia. We give picks on our favorites to win the World Cup and talk about some sleeper teams. Then we segway right into NFL Week 11 recap and give our Week 12 picks. An almost 90-minute Thanksgiving special episode. Tune in and happy holidays!
TIMESTAMPS
WORLD CUP 2022 (00:00 - 09:10)
NFL WEEK 11 RECAP (09:00 - 59:10)
BILLS BROWNS (09:20 - 15:45)
JETS PATRIOTS (09:20 - 16:00)
49ERS CARDINALS (16:05 - 20:00)
DOLPHINS AFC EAST (20:30 - 23:30)
COWBOYS VIKINGS (24:00 - 30:00)
EAGLES COLTS (30:15 - 45:00)
QB CONVO (45:15 - 59:00)
WEEK 12 Picks (59:10 - 01:23:00)
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NFL Week 10: Commanders defeat the undefeated Eagles. Dolphins remain undefeated with Tua. Vikings vs Bills, game of the season? UFC 281 recap & Week 11 picks.
EPISODE 63:
The Philadelphia Eagles lose their first game of the season to the Washington Commanders. A team that’s been no stranger to adversity, head coach Ron Rivera and the players come into their rival's hostile territory and win the game. Asides from a few turnovers and very poor officiating the Commanders remained in control of the ball game keeping Jalen Hurts on the sideline for most of it and capitalizing on their scoring opportunities.
Vikings and Bills will most likely go down as the game of the year and it ended in heartbreak for the AFC East favorites with another costly Josh Allen redzone interception at the end of the game. With that loss to the Vikings, the Bills drop to 3rd place in the AFC East and the Miami Dolphins jump up to the top of their division.
Seahawks and Buccaneers played the very first NFL game in Germany and Tom Brady becomes the first NFL athlete to win a game in 4 different countries. Brady breaks another record in back-to-back weeks. Aaron Rodgers owns the Cowboys just as much as the Bears. Jeff Saturday gets a win on his first day as the Head Coach of the Indianapolis Colts. And we wrap up our football discussion with Week 11 picks.
UFC 281 featured Dustin Poirier vs Michal Chandler, Zhang Weili vs Carla Esparza, and Israel Stylebender Adesanya vs Alex Pereira. Our champion Sylebender has fallen, crowing a new UFC Middleweight Champion.
TIMESTAMPS
NFL WEEK 10 RECAP (00:25 - 42:15)
COMMANDERS VS EAGLES (00:25 - 10:00)
VIKINGS VS BILLS (10:05 - 15:00)
SEAHAWKS BUCCANEERS (15:05 - 25:00)
NFL POWER HOUSE TEAMS VS FRAUD TEAMS (25:05 - 41:00)
UFC 281 (42:30 - 59:55)
Week 11 picks (60:00 - 61:04:05)
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![Colts fire Frank Reich and hire Jeff Saturday to be their new head coach. Week 9 recap of upsets & Week 10 picks. The AFC East is up for grabs.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Colts fire Frank Reich and hire Jeff Saturday to be their new head coach. Week 9 recap of upsets & Week 10 picks. The AFC East is up for grabs.
Another week of big headlines in the NFL this time involving something we predicted earlier in the season. In a shocking move Colts owner, Jim Irsay fires head Frank Reich after losing to the Patriots. Reich is replaced by former Colts center Jeff Saturday. The Buffalo Bills lose to the Jets and the Packers lose to the Lions. One of these losses is an upset. Tom Brady continues to break records and proves why he is indeed the GOAT. We recap Week 9 and all of its upsets and give our picks for Week 10. And the Houston Astros won another championship.
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TIMESTAMPS
Packers Lions (00:00:20 - 00:04:00)
Bills Jets / AFC East (00:04:05 - 00:09:25)
Dolphins Bears (00:09:30 - 00:12:45)
Eagles Texans Vikings Commanders (00:12:50 - 00:23:05)
Titans Chiefs (00:23:15 - 00:26:00)
COLTS FIRE Frank Reich & Colts Patriots (00:26:05 - 00:44:00)
Ravens Saints (00:44:05 - 00:49:35)
Chargers Falcons (00:49:40 - 00:55:55)
Rams Buccaneers (00:56:00 - 01:02:10)
Week 10 picks (01:02:20 - 01:10:15)
MLB World Series (01:10:20 - 01:11:30)
![BLOCKBUSTER TRADE DEADLINE DAY. NFL Week 8 Recap. Nets fire Steve Nash, Ime Udoka seems like right replacement. Is Dan Snyder is finally selling the Commanders?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
BLOCKBUSTER TRADE DEADLINE DAY. NFL Week 8 Recap. Nets fire Steve Nash, Ime Udoka seems like right replacement. Is Dan Snyder is finally selling the Commanders?
Episode 61
15 teams made moves on NFL Trade Deadline day. Teams like the Eagles, Bills, Chiefs, 49ers, Dolphins, Vikings, and Ravens have already established themselves as the leaders in their divisions. Trading for some of the best players in the league including CMC, Bradley Chubb, TJ Hockenson, and even Calvin Ridley will definitely swing the balance of power toward these teams becoming contenders. Especially with the type of football Brady & Rodgers have been playing this season. Buccaneers & Packers made no moves to get Brady or Rodgers some help. Brief Week 8 recap, and close the show with a discussion on the NBA and if this is indeed the final moments of Dan Synder's ownership of the Washington Commander.
Week 8 recap 05:00 - 37:45
- Best Teams and team tiers
- Vikings Packers 12:20 - 15:25
- Broncos Jags 15:35 - 18:45
- 49ers Rams - 18:45 - 20:20
- Panthers Falcons 20:35 - 25:15
- Giants Seahawks 25:20 - 29:50
- Miami Lions 29:55 - 33:20
- Commanders Colts 33:25 - 37:30
NFL Trade Deadline 37:50 - 53:00
- CMC to the 49ers 37:50 - 41:15
- Bradley Chubb & Jeff "El Jefe" Wilson to the Dolphins 41:20 - 42:50
- TJ Hockenson to the Vikings, Chase Claypool to the Bears 43:00 - 44:50
- Robert Quinn to the Eagles 45:00 - 45:55
- James Robinson to the Jets 46:00 - 46:45
- Kadarius Toney to the Chiefs 46:50 - 48:15
- Calvin "Pete Rose" Ridley 48:30 - 51:25
- Nyheim Hines to the Bills and Zack Moss to the Colts 51:30 - 52:15
- William Jackson III 52:35 - 53:00
CLOSING SEGMENTS
DAN SYNDER VS THE LAW 53:05 - 59:30
NBA, STEVE NASH FIRED, 59:40 - 63:10
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![NFL Trade deadline discussion: the 49ers trade for CMC, James Robinson to the Jets, Robert Quinn to the Eagles | NFL Week 7 recap & Week 8 preview | UFC 280 | 2022 MLB World Series: Phillies v Astros.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
NFL Trade deadline discussion: the 49ers trade for CMC, James Robinson to the Jets, Robert Quinn to the Eagles | NFL Week 7 recap & Week 8 preview | UFC 280 | 2022 MLB World Series: Phillies v Astros.
EPISODE 60
NFL Week 7 is the time of the season when teams need to make some decisions make moves to put them in a better position. The San Francisco 49ers wasted no time sending an army of draft picks to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for running back Christian McCaffery. The New York Jets acquire James Robinson to replace Breece Hall, and the Philadelphia Eagles acquire Robert Quinn from the Bears. With the trade deadline approaching, we discuss which teams need to make moves to give them the edge on finishing the remainder of the season. The 2022 MLB World Series will feature the Philadelphia Phillies, the team of destiny, and World Series participants the Houston Astros. UFC 280 was hosted in Abu Dhabi, and we witnessed the greatness of Islam Makhachev who won the lightweight championship by forcing Charles Olivera into submission. Tune in and interact with us on social media
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TIMESTAMPS
BIG TRADES (04:40 - 11:00)
Week 7 recap & surprises (12:00 - 20:05)
Observing the shift in the NFL (22:30 - 27:30)
The Playoff Picture based on today's records (27:55 - 33:45)
TRADE TALK 2 & HOW TO UPGRADE YOUR TEAM (35:00 - 42:00)
Elite teams vs the rest of the league (42:10 - 56:15)
2022 MLB World Series (52:20 - 56:35)
UFC 280 (56:45 - 61:35)
![EAGLES are 6-0 going into their bye week. NFC East vs the NFL. Trade rumors and moves before the trade deadline. Dan Synder's letter to the NFL Owners and the league.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
EAGLES are 6-0 going into their bye week. NFC East vs the NFL. Trade rumors and moves before the trade deadline. Dan Synder's letter to the NFL Owners and the league.
EPISODE 59
The undefeated Eagles advance to a perfect 6-0 with a home victory against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. The New York Giants are 5-1 sitting in 2nd place in the heavyweight NFC East division. We compare how the NFC East teams stack up against their AFC counterparts. Bills and Chiefs round 2 ends with a Bills W. The trade deadline is approaching and we have a feeling that teams are about to start making moves. The Panthers fire Matt Rhule after their 1-4 start and traded away Robby Anderson to the Cardinals. CMC, DJ Moore, and Cam Akers trade rumors are still being thrown around. The NFL Owners met for their NFL Owners only meeting to discuss the fate of Washington Commanders owner Dan Synder. And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs segment. We missed last week due to technical issues so we put NFL Weeks 5 and Week 6 together. Tune in and interact with us on social media.
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TIMESTAMPS
Eagles vs Cowboys (01:35 - 07:30)
AFC Teams (07:35 - 26:55)
NFC EAST (27:20 - 34:55)
Trade rumors before the trade deadline (35:05 - 40:00)
AFC South (40:05 - 42:35)
NFL OWNERS MEETINGS (42:40 - 55:00)
Call Outs (55:05 - 57:34)
![NFL Week 4: The Philadelphia Eagles remain the only undefeated team. The Chiefs boss up on the Buccaneers. Tua Tagovailoa suffers serious concussion. And which head coaches are on their way out?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
NFL Week 4: The Philadelphia Eagles remain the only undefeated team. The Chiefs boss up on the Buccaneers. Tua Tagovailoa suffers serious concussion. And which head coaches are on their way out?
EPISODE 58
Week 4 began with the Dolphins at the Bengals and the world saw the devasting concussion Tua Tagovailoa suffered, which ultimately exposed the failure of the Miami Dolphins medical staff to protect their franchise QB. The Eagles remain the only undefeated team in the NFL with a comeback win against the Jaguars. We discuss which head coaches are potentially facing the probability of getting fired from their teams. Patrick Mahomes completely owns the Buccaneers on MNF and 49ers keep dominating the Rams in their division games. Defenses are starting to mature across the league and we discuss whether we will see fewer high-scoring games this season. And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs segment. Tune in and interact with us on social media, we love to hear your thoughts on this season!
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Timestamps
Commanders Cowboys (07:00 - 16:15)
Eagles Jaguars (16:30 - 23:45)
Panthers Cardinals (24:00 - 26:30)
Bills Ravens (26:45 - 31:05)
Lions Seahawks (31:20 - 34:05)
Raiders Broncos (34:30 - 38:00)
Rams 49ers (38:30 - 42:55)
Packers Patriots (43:05 - 45:00)
Chargers Texans (45:30 - 47:45)
Chiefs Buccaneers (48:00 - 49:50)
Tua Tagovailoa Concussion (50:00 - 55:30)
London Games
Vikings Saints (56:20 - 58:45)
Packers Giants (59:00 - 59:45)
Call Out (60:02 - 70:00)
![NFL Week 3: Eagles & Dolphins remain undefeated. QB comparison discussion. Who's will win MVP this season?](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
NFL Week 3: Eagles & Dolphins remain undefeated. QB comparison discussion. Who's will win MVP this season?
EPISODE 57
Last week we said that the Eagles and Bills could potentially be our SB matchup this season, but it looks like the Miami Dolphins want it more than the Bills.
We also said that this is a quarterback's league and we discuss which QBs are in a good position to carry their teams to the postseason, and which will win this year's MVP.
We recap the upsets of Week 3 including the Chargers loss to the Jaguars and the Cheifs loss to the Colts. And wtf moments of the week go to the Handoff Machine, who steps out of bounds and puts his foot down on racism while throwing a pick 6 or pick 2??? And the Miami Dolphins for beating the Bills even after the butt punt. And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs segment. Over 60 minutes of content TUNE IN! We were also at the Eagles @ Commanders game so we will be posting exclusive videos from the game on our social media pages.
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Timestamps
Eagles Commanders (06:10 - 20:00)
Packers Buccaneers (20:30 - 25:20)
QB Discussion (26:15 - 35:10)
Raiders Titans (35:25- 36:40)
Chargers Jaguars (36:50 - 38:10)
Broncos 49ers (38:45 - 41:30)
MVP debate Hurts vs Lamar (45:40 - 58:30)
Week 4 preview (59:00 - 59:45)
Call Outs (01:00:30 - 01:08:00)
![Eagles Bills Super Bowl LVII matchup? Recap of wild Week 2 & Week 3 preview](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Eagles Bills Super Bowl LVII matchup? Recap of wild Week 2 & Week 3 preview
EPISODE 56
Are the Eagles and Bills going to be our Super Bowl LVII matchup? Recap and discussion of a wild Week 2 & preview of the big matchups coming in Week 3. Over 60 minutes of content TUNE IN!
Timestamps
Eagles Vikings (01:40 - 12:30)
Commanders Lions (12:35 - 15:15)
Ravens Dolphins (16:40 - 21:50)
Jaguars Colts (22:00 - 24:30)
Broncos Fraud Wilson (26:35 - 31:25)
Raiders Cardinals (31:30 - 36:00)
Chiefs-Chargers (36:30 - 45:35)
Week 3 Preview
Packers Buccaneers (46:30 - 50:20)
49ers Rams (52:30 - 54:30)
Bills Dolphins (54:45 - 59:30)
Eagles Commanders (01:00:10 - 01:04:00)
Call Outs (01:04:30 - 01:08:00)
![Season 3: NFL Week 1](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
Season 3: NFL Week 1
EPISODE 55 SEASON 3
NFL Week 1 recap and discussion leading to Week 2. Tune in!
Cowboys vs Buccaneers 01:10 – 06:10
Saints vs Falcons 06:13 – 15:20
Steelers vs Bengals 15:34 – 20:50
Vikings vs Packers 21:05 – 25:10
Raiders vs Chargers 25:28 – 28:15
Eagles vs Lions 28:34 – 34:55
Bears vs 49ers 35:00 – 36:00
Giants vs Titans 36:05 – 41:15
Colts vs Texans 41:22: – 42:00
Chiefs vs Cardinals 42:08 – 44:25
Rams vs Bills 44:35 – 47:00
Dolphins vs Patriots 47:05 – 48:35
Ravens vs Jets 48:40 – 49:25
Browns vs Panthers 49:30 – 53:05
Commanders vs Jaguars 53:22 – 55:40
Seahawks vs Broncos 55:45 – 60:20
![2022/2023 NFL SEASON PREVIEW](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_nologo/8218254/8218254-1649007581126-18f1d4a121727.jpg)
2022/2023 NFL SEASON PREVIEW
EPISODE 54 SEASON 3 OPENER
WELCOME BACK EVERYONE! Season 3 of the State of the Franchise show is officially here. We kick off season 3 by discussing the wild NFL in which we saw the balance of power shift in the league. We run through the 2022/23 NFL season and give our picks for winners of each division, and our Super Bowl matchups as well as predictions. This episode is filled with spectacular conversations and debates. Tune in and as always feel free to interact with us over social media to share your thoughts. See y'all on the next episode!
NFL 2022/2023 SEASON PREVIEW 03:15 – 23:45
NFC East 24:00 – 30:00
NFC North 30:05 – 34:30
NFC South 34:45 – 39:45
NFC West 39:50 – 42:55
AFC East 43:00 – 44:25
AFC North 44:20 – 47:10
AFC South 47:20 – 50:15
AFC West 50:20 – 53:15
Super Bowl Picks 53:20 – 53:45
![The Golden State Warriors are the 2022 NBA Champions](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1655825716296-a00e102f1139f.jpg)
The Golden State Warriors are the 2022 NBA Champions
The Golden State Warriors defeat the Boston Celtics in 6 games and claim and add another champion to their dynasty (00:00 - 13:00) This is the fourth champion the Warriors have won in 4 final appearances, with 3 titles won on the road. We debate where Steph Curry is on the all-time NBA Players list and rank him amongst GOATS (14:30 - 24:40) The Warriors finished 3rdin the Western Conference, and we asked the question has their dynasty been tested (25:00 - 47:20) And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs segment (47:55 - 55:15). This is the final episode of Season 2 and we will be back for season 3 with the NFL.
![NBA Finals: Warriors vs Celtics UEFA Final: Real Madrid vs Liverpool](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1654494854030-9fc931379e86.jpg)
NBA Finals: Warriors vs Celtics UEFA Final: Real Madrid vs Liverpool
Another episode with other big 5 speakers. Warriors take care of the Mavericks in the WCF and the Celtics take Jimmy Butler and the heat to game 7, setting up a Warriors Celtics NBA Finals (00:45 - 23:30). Game 1 saw the Celtics coming back to seal the victory and we give our predictions and picks for the winners of Game 2 and the remainders of the series (23:45 - 33:45). We had to give a special shoutout to Real Madrid in our UEFA Champions League Final Recap (33:40 - 49:25).
And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs Segment (49:33 - 56:15)
![NBA Semifinals, UFC 274, FA Cup & UEFA Finals Sunday night discussion.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1652716709422-3cba38be8d43b.jpg)
NBA Semifinals, UFC 274, FA Cup & UEFA Finals Sunday night discussion.
EPISODE 51
Great friend of the show Ahmed joins us for another packed episode and we begin with the NBA Semifinals. The Boston Celtics take down the defending champions in an entertaining 7-game series (00:30 - 08:14). The number one seed Miami Heat take care of the Philadelphia 76ers (08:30 - 20:00) And the Eastern Conference Finals are set with the Boston Celtics taking on the Miami Heat (19:30 - 23:30) The Golden State Warriors takedown the Memphis Grizzlies in 6 games (23:25 - 29:00). The Dallas Mavericks go nuclear on the most winningest team The Phoenix Suns in game 7 setting up a Warriors vs Mavericks Western Conference finals (29:20 - 34:50) UFC 274 (35:00 - 43:00) Dana White strips Charles Oliveira of his belt after failing to make weight by the slimmest margin and Oliveira proves that he is worthy of the belt by getting a first-round win over Justin Gaethje. We go across the pond and discuss the FA CUP final between Liverpool and Chelsea and give our prediction on the UEFA Champions League final (42:45 - 50:35) And we wrap up the show with our Call Outs segment (51:35 - 56:30) tune in and find out who we're calling out tonight!
![First round of the NBA Playoffs & the 2022 NFL Draft](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1651429952081-43a2a1f2d382b.jpg)
First round of the NBA Playoffs & the 2022 NFL Draft
On today's show, we have a special guest Ahmed live and we discuss the first round of the NBA Playoffs (00:01:05 - 00:48:00) the 2022 NFL draft (00:48:45 - 01:11:00) and we wrap the show with our call-outs segment (01:11:45 - 01:20:00). Tune in and listen to our takes and as always check us out on our social media platforms and interact with us!
![2022 NBA Playoffs & The NFL Offseaon](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1650229229065-7618f3c656e09.jpg)
2022 NBA Playoffs & The NFL Offseaon
State Of The Franchise is back with a new cohost KG and we’ve got a packed episode today. The 2022 NBA Playoffs (00:01:30 - 00:29:45) have begun and we’re serving up our takes on a hot plate. We give our predictions on which teams advance in the Eastern and Western Conferences (00:30:30 - 00:45:40) Lebron James and the Lakers miss out on making the play in the tournament (00:46:10 - 00:56:20) NFL teams made major moves this offseason shaking up the league and balance of power with blockbuster trades (56:15 - 61:10) And we brought back our closing segment form season 1 Call Outs (01:34:40 - 01:43:00) RIP Dwayne Haskins.
![The LA Rams are Superbowl Champions, UFC 271 recap, NBA trade deadline highlights, Winter Olympics doping scandal, and MLB lockout](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1645460662343-16b695d85470d.jpg)
The LA Rams are Superbowl Champions, UFC 271 recap, NBA trade deadline highlights, Winter Olympics doping scandal, and MLB lockout
Recurring guest and friend of the show KG joins us as we unpack the long list of events in sports.
SB LVI recap (00:00:30 - 00:31:40) Rams win their first Super Bowl since 1999.
NFL heading into the offseason (00:32:45 - 00:46:00)
UFC 271 (00:41:10 - 00:52:00) Stylebender vs Whittaker and the rest of the card recap
NBA (00:52:10 - 01:02:32) recap of the trade deadline, seeing which teams successfully wheel and deal their way to a better position.
Winter Olympics doping scandal (01:02:42 - 01:12:50) controversial young athletes taking PED’s
MLB lockout (01:13:00 - 01:22:20) owners and players associations can’t reach an agreement on revenue sharing and the preseason is delayed.
![SB LVI: Bengals vs Rams, AFC & NFC Championship games, Tom Brady officially retires, Brian Flores is suing the NFL for racial discrimination, and the Washington Football team has a new name.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1643664310740-4ff53944c88d3.jpg)
SB LVI: Bengals vs Rams, AFC & NFC Championship games, Tom Brady officially retires, Brian Flores is suing the NFL for racial discrimination, and the Washington Football team has a new name.
AFC Championship (02:00 - 08:15) Joe SHIESTY duels Patrick Mahomes in the AFC Championship game. Mahomes and the offense dominate in the first half but it was the Bengals defense that held the Chiefs to just 3 points in the second half sending them into overtime. The Chiefs win the coin toss, but Mahomes throws a pick on their opening drive. Joe Burrow takes the up the field to get within field goal range and the game is won by Evan McPherson again. And now for the first time in FOREVER, The Cincinnati Bengals are going to the super bowl.
NFC Championship (08:35 - 13:50) the LA Rams win a tightly contested game against their division rivals. The Rams playmakers shined bright in this game. Aaron Donald Cooper Kupp OBJ Matthew Stafford are all going to the Superbowl. Sean McVay made the game more difficult than it needed to, but the Rams won it by sealing the game by picking off Jimmy G.
SB LVI (14:40 - 22:10) The Cincinnati Bengals vs the Los Angeles Rams live from SoFI Stadium.
Tom Brady (22:35 - 29:40) has officially announced his retirement from the NFL. The greatest QB in history. The GOAT.
Brian Flores (32:40 - 41:45) is suing the NFL alleging racial discrimination in the head coach hiring process.
The Washington Commanders (42:20 - 52:30) have revealed their new team name and jerseys. Generic +.
![NFL Divisional Round recap, AFC & NFC Championship preview](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1642964822672-183301648865.jpg)
NFL Divisional Round recap, AFC & NFC Championship preview
![Super Wild Card Weekend](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1642606025942-d8e991e0b89bd.jpg)
Super Wild Card Weekend
EPISODE 45
Super Wild Card Weekend recap and divisional round predictions. Bengals win their first playoff game in forever. Bills play a perfect game against their division rival. Deebo "19Problems" Samuel and the 49er's upset the Cowboys in Jerry World, hey Jerry "run in yo trap, take ova yo trap". Patrick Mahomes carves up the Steelers in Big Ben's last game. Matt Stafford and OBJ win their first playoff game. Everything goes downhill for the Cardinals and Eagles. And we debate who's better Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes?
![2022 NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1642043339699-a2677ec5a0115.jpg)
2022 NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview
On today's episode, we wrap up the NFL regular season and talk about the NFL Wild Card round. We discuss how the teams made it to this position and how they can win these games and advance into the divisional round. Following Week 18 there was Black Monday, where 5 head coaches were fired from their organizations and we discuss which coaches could be a good fit for the vacant positions. Congratulations to the Georgia Bulldogs for defeating the mighty Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff National Champion, and winning the trophy for the first time since the '80s! This one is for Atlanta!
Timestamps
Playoff seeding (00:00:30 - 00:08:20)
RAIDERS BENGALS (00:08:30 - 00:20:00)
PATRIOTS BILLS (00:20:15 - 00:21:40)
STEELERS CHIEFS (00:21:45 - 00:27:58)
EAGLES BUCCANEERS (00:28:00 - 00:34:00)
49ERS COWBOYS (00:34:02 - 00:38:40)
CARDINALS RAMS (00:38:45 - 00:43:40)
NFL head coaches (00:44:00 - 00:51:55)
![The NFL Playoffs & the first Week 18 regular season game](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1641483836189-436cdfeb59609.jpg)
The NFL Playoffs & the first Week 18 regular season game
EPISODE 43
NFL Playoffs are among us! But there are still some teams fighting to keep their hopes of a post-season alive during the first-ever regular-season Week 18. There are a lot of 9-7 teams that are facing off with each other that could see their season come to an abrupt end this weekend. Tune in to find out which teams we pick to advance into the postseason.
![NFL Weeks 11-16 - The NFC & AFC Playoff picture](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1641227868689-60009aff014f3.jpg)
NFL Weeks 11-16 - The NFC & AFC Playoff picture
EPISODE 42
We're back from vacation and we're already deep into the hardest stretch of the season. Weeks 11-16 are where the real teams win games. Before we left the NFL playoff picture looked completely different compared to what it is today. But now that we're back, several teams have taken over their divisons and made that vital push to a postseason.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
![NFL Week 11 - Upset Week 3. NFL Week 12 Preview & LeBron James vs. Isiah Stewart](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1637879504605-96981604a2bbc.jpg)
NFL Week 11 - Upset Week 3. NFL Week 12 Preview & LeBron James vs. Isiah Stewart
Another consecutive week of upsets in the NFL. Titans, Bills, Packers, Panthers, and Saints all took an L this week. Just as we were ready to rule the Chiefs out of the playoff race, they shut down the Dallas Cowboys as the Chiefs’ defense rises from the dead and they get a helping hand from “Game Manager” Patrick Mahomes. And how about them New England Patriots who sit comfortably as the 3rd seed in the AFC Playoff Picture.
Timestamps
NFL Week 11 recap and week 12 preview (00:10 – 47:30)
Lebron James vs Isiah Stewart (48:00 – 53:50)
NFL Week 11
Saints Eagles (00:01:32 - 00:03:25)
Lions Browns (00:03:30 - 00:04:00)
Titans Texans (00:04:02 - 00:04:40)
WFT Panthers (00:05:00 - 00:5:30)
Colts Bills (00:05:40 - 00:07:35)
Cowboys Chiefs (00:07:50 - 00:11:48)
Game Manager Mahomes (00:10:20)
Ravens Bears (00:11:50 - 00:14:00)
Packers Vikings (00:14:30 - 00:17:22)
Cardinals Seahawks (00:18:00 - 00:23:00)
Jets Dolphins (00:23:05 - 00:25:09)
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NFL Week 10 - Upset Week part 2 & The 2021 NBA season
EPISODE 40
Welcome back again listeners worldwide, we present to you our 40th installment of the State Of The Franchise show! NFL Week 10 became the second consecutive week of upsets. Even though we correctly predicted that OBJ would sign with the Rams and Cam Newton with Panthers (these are layups for us) we didn’t foresee that this week would unfold the way it did. We call it a parody league. The NBA season is starting to gain some heat as Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors let the world know that they are back, and the Washington Wizards sit at the top of the Eastern Conference looking like real contenders. And we wrap up the episode by taking some time to raise awareness on the revolution and conflict unfolding in Sudan. TUNE IN !!!
NFL Week 10: Upset Week Part 2 (01:20 – 44:10)
NBA: (44:30 – 56:10)
FREE SUDAN: (56:15 – 60:00)
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Kamaru Usman the UFC Welterweight GOAT & NFL Week 9: Upset Week
EPISODE 39
NFL Week 9 was officially the upset week of the season. We predict that OBJ will sign the Rams and Cam Newton signs back with the Panthers. Are we right?
UFC 268: Kamaru Usman, Rose Namajunas, Canelo fights (00:00 – 20:00)
NFL Week 9 Upset week (20:15 - 52:10)
![Atlanta Braves are the 2021 World Series Champions. NFL Week 8 major updates trades injuries & recap. UFC 268 Preview.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1636002308015-3c92325088f2a.jpg)
Atlanta Braves are the 2021 World Series Champions. NFL Week 8 major updates trades injuries & recap. UFC 268 Preview.
EPISODE 38
The Atlanta Braves beat the Houston Astros 7-0 in game 6 to win the 2021 World Series (48:20 - 50:40)
UFC 268 Preview USMAN VS COVINGTON (50:45 -61:50)
NFL Week 8 Recap & Trade Deadline (29:00 -48:10)
Aaron Rodgers (00:10 - 06:38)
Derrick Henry (07:20 - 11:30)
Henry Ruggs III (18:30 - 23:00)
Calvin Ridley (15:00 - 18:13)
![NFL Week 7 - Statement wins from the Bengals & Titans, 2021 MLB World Series: Braves V. Astros, UFC 267 & 268 Preview](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1635434427450-cbfd3fb707de.jpg)
NFL Week 7 - Statement wins from the Bengals & Titans, 2021 MLB World Series: Braves V. Astros, UFC 267 & 268 Preview
Episode 37: NFL Week 7 recap, the Cinncinati Bengals defeat their division rivals the Baltimore Ravens to take control of the AFC North. The Kansas City Chiefs stall out as Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry cruise to an easy W. The rest of Week 7 was mid. 2021 MLB World Series between the Atlanta Braves and Houston Astros is underway and we hope the Astros lose. UFC 267 is suiting up to be a great card and it will be the prequel to an even greater card next week. TUNE IN!
![NFL Week 6 - Cardinals, Cowboys, Ravens, Bills, are they too good?? NBA 2021 season begins & MLB Playoffs continued](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1634840236358-f0a83f8dceb4.jpg)
NFL Week 6 - Cardinals, Cowboys, Ravens, Bills, are they too good?? NBA 2021 season begins & MLB Playoffs continued
Episode 36: NFL Week 6 recap and discussion. The Cardinals are still undefeated. Lamar Jackson is mounting another MVP caliber season after the Ravens completely torch the Chargers in Baltimore. The Cowboys have built a great team around Dak & Zeke with CeeDee Lamb and Trevon Diggs but can they really win the big games when it counts? NBA season begins and Ben Simmons thinks he's got the star quality as James Harden. And Kyrie Irving is Kyrie Irving. TUNE IN!
![NFL Week 5 - Jon Gruden resigns from the Las Vegas Raiders, Lamar ACTION Jackson the savior, the Kansas City Chiefs slump, and the 2021 MLB Playoffs](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1634228177861-379e6e20e9d1c.jpg)
NFL Week 5 - Jon Gruden resigns from the Las Vegas Raiders, Lamar ACTION Jackson the savior, the Kansas City Chiefs slump, and the 2021 MLB Playoffs
Episode 35: Jon Gruden resigns from the Las Vegas Raiders after some disturbing emails expose his true character. Lamar Jackson leads the Ravens to a magnificent comeback victory against the Carson Wentz-led Colts on Monday night. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs just can't seem to get it right, and the Chiefs better watch out for the Chargers who are looking incredible after a major win over the Browns in a potential game of the year. And some brief MLB Playoffs talk. TUNE IN!
![NFL Week 4 - The Arizona Cardinals could run the table, are the Dallas Cowboys playing to well for their own good, and Urban Meyer.](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1633627889788-f8f00c6d3953f.jpg)
NFL Week 4 - The Arizona Cardinals could run the table, are the Dallas Cowboys playing to well for their own good, and Urban Meyer.
Episode 34: NFL Week 4 in the books. Cardinals remain the only undefeated team in the NFL after a big win in LA. Brady gets an ugly W in his return back to Foxborough, a W is a W. We discuss the Urban Meyer debacle in Ohio and the surprise teams that are making moves in the NFL. Tune in and find out!
![NFL Week 3 - The LA Chargers & Rams pull off huge upsets, the Majestics of Justin Tucker, and special guest KG joins the show](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1633016677967-8abceb71efcd2.jpg)
NFL Week 3 - The LA Chargers & Rams pull off huge upsets, the Majestics of Justin Tucker, and special guest KG joins the show
Episode 33: NFL Week 3 recap and takes per usual. Friend of the show KG is back on the pod to give us his takes as a fan of The New York Football Giants. And some week 4 previews. TUNE IN!
![NFL Week 2 - MVP Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson the Competitor, Derwin James Jr vs Travis Kelce](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode400/8218254/8218254-1632417020193-0beb89cd403ba.jpg)