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- 2 days ago46 min
Hour 2: Have the Cowboys Proven they are Better off without Micah?
First Take resumes as Joey Porter Jr. is hoping to make his Cowboys debut on Sunday. How much will Porter actually improve this defense? Has Jerry Jones been able to make up for the loss of Micah Parsons through his trades? Next the crew looks ahead to week four of the NFL. Are the Browns legit contenders after their win against the Steelers? Could the Bills and Chiefs be on upset watch? Then Victor Wembanyama recently said he will not be promoting any betting sites. What do you think of Wemby taking a stand? Is this something that more NBA players should follow? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago48 min
Hour 1: How Bad is this Loss for the Steelers?
First Take begins as Stephen A. sounds off on the Steelers after last night's poor performance. A loss to the Browns with some Rodgers controversy does not make for a good Thursday Night recipe. What's going on in Pittsburgh? Next the Eagles take on the Rams in a matchup that was supposed to be between two of the NFC's elite teams. Is this still the case? Who needs the win more? Then despite injuries piling up early yet again for San Fran, they are still 3-0. Brock Purdy has played some of the best football of his career so far. Is he the MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago47 min
Hour 2: If the Cowboys Falter, who Deserves the Most Blame?
First Take resumes with more defense talk in Dallas. Jerry invested in this defense heavily in the offseason but it has yet to pan out. Is this yet another Jerry Jones blunder or is the coaching more to blame? Next there are some rumblings in New England that a rift might be forming between Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel. Might this be a reason for Maye's struggles so far this season? What do Drake and Vrabel have to do to point themselves back in the right direction? Then to Tampa Bay where some seats may be starting to get hot. With Tampa Bay potentially starting 0-4 and with Baker out with an injury, could we see the Bucs part ways with Todd Bowles this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago47 min
Hour 1: What does the Joey Porter Jr. Trade do for the Cowboys?
First Take begins with breaking news in the NFL world as Steelers corner, Joey Porter Jr, was traded to the Dallas Cowboys. How much can Porter realistically change this defense? Were they just one player away? Next the crew debates who you would rather have at QB right now, Joe Burrow or Trevor Lawrence. Evan Cohen, co-host of UnSportsmanLike on ESPN, says he wants Trevor... is that crazy? Then this past week Odell Beckham Jr was officially waved by the New York Giants. What would his career have looked like if not derailed by injuries? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago47 min
Hour 2: Who is The Team to Beat in The NFC North?
First Take resumes with the faltering NFC North! Predicted to be the best division in football, 3/4 teams have stumbled out of the gates (some due to injury). Now, 3 weeks in, which team looks the scariest? Then, a battle of 3-0 squads! The game of the week takes place in Las Vegas where Kirk battles Mahomes. How surprised would you be if the Raiders pulled off the upset? Next, Mad Dog is MADDD!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago46 min
Hour 1: Should Cam Schlittler Be Anointed Mayor of Boston Immediately?
First Take begins with Schlittler's dominance! He owns the Red Sox statistically more than any pitcher has ever owned another professional team! Is the Red Sox season about the end at the hands of the Yanks for a second straight year? Then, which floundering early season SB favorite needs a win more: Rams or Eagles? Next, Drake Maye panic button alert! Drake Maybe (thanks Skip) has lost his MVP ways of last season. He can't complete a deep pass, refuses to run, and looks like a shell of his former self! What happened? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 5 days ago47 min
Hour 2: Are the Eagles Still a Serious Threat in the NFC?
First Take resumes as Chris Canty, co-host of UnSportsmanLike on ESPN, breaks down what led to the Eagles collapse last night. Does more blame fall on the Eagles offense or defense? Should we start to question the Hurts-Sirianni pairing? Next Jeff Passan joins the show as the MLB playoffs begin tonight. Aaron Judge was officially left off the Yankees roster. Was that the right move? Then its the end of week three in the NFL so you know what that means. It's time for Stephen A's top five NFL teams. Will the Chiefs stay at number one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 5 days ago46 min
Hour 1: Was Last Night a Bad Game or a Bad Sign for the Eagles?
First Take begins as the Bears' 3rd string QB, Case Keenum, threw all over Philly and their defense as he led the Bears to a 27-7 win. What statement does this make for the Bears going forward? How much credit should we give to Ben Johnson? Then, yesterday was NBA media day and we got another LeBron moment. LeBron stated that he would have gone to the Knicks during this offseason if they did not win the championship. What does Stephen A. have to say about this? Next NHL legend, P.K. Subban, joins the show to break down some of the biggest storylines on the ice heading into opening night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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