BLEAV Sports with Fred and The Fantastics

Fred, Art, and Laura examine the wide-open playoff picture in the NFL's most unpredictable postseason in recent memory. Did locker room friction cause the Rams to blow a comeback after Sean McVay's controversial mid-season firing of his special teams coordinator? Can Sam Darnold overcome his history of crucial interceptions when Seattle faces red-hot Brock Purdy and the 49ers? With San Francisco potentially playing every playoff game at home through the Super Bowl in Santa Clara, does any NFC team have what it takes to beat them there? And what has Shedeur Sanders got that’s exciting the scouts?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew wonder if streaming is taking over sports. At what point does the pursuit of streaming revenue backfire if traditional fans can no longer afford to watch? Is Pete Carroll's future on the line as the Las Vegas Raiders battle with the New York Giants for the NFL's number one draft pick? Does Detroit's Dan Campbell hurt his Super Bowl chances with aggressive fourth-down calls? And the sports world lost golf legends Fuzzy Zoeller and Jumbo Ozaki to cancer within ten days of each other. How will Ozaki's incredible 114 tournament victories inspire future generations?

Fred, Art, and Laura are geared up as the College Football Playoffs kick off, with Alabama facing Oklahoma, and the Sooners riding a two-game winning streak against the Tide, featuring Washington State transfer John Mateer. Can Oklahoma continue its dominance, or will Kalen DeBoer silence his critics? Following UCLA’s hiring of a new football coach, the basketball program quietly extended Mick Cronin’s contract for five years at $10 million annually despite sparse crowds. How does the university justify that investment? And could Caleb Williams finally deliver Chicago a signature win against Green Bay?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew can’t believe that Pete Carroll called for passing instead of running out the clock in the Raiders game, giving Denver a chance to kick a field goal for a 24-17 win. Was this strategy designed to benefit gamblers? Will Jayden Maiava be the sentimental choice for the Heisman after gaining attention for reportedly donating $3 million to L.A.'s homeless? The Indianapolis Colts plan to activate 44-year-old former quarterback turned high school coach Philip Rivers on Sunday against Seattle. Can the decades-removed veteran survive? And will Fernando Valenzuela get into the Baseball Hall of Fa...

Fred, Art, and Laura are looking forward to the Big Ten Championship featuring top-ranked Indiana against second-ranked Ohio State. Can Indiana's undefeated season survive the nation's deepest roster, led by Buckeyes’ sophomore quarterback Julian Sayin and coordinator Matt Patricia's dominant defense? Will Tulane quarterback Jake Retzlaff continue his redemption story with a conference win? And are NFL coaches too reliant on analytics over game management, as Eagles coach Nick Sirianni's controversial late-game two-point attempt suggests?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Mark are excited about football’s compelling matchups for Thanksgiving weekend. Will Joe Burrow’s lingering injury concerns be an issue as Cincinnati faces Baltimore? With the Rams’ continuing upward trajectory, due in great part to Matthew Stafford’s streak of 27 consecutive touchdowns without an interception, is Sean McVay cementing his legacy as an all-time great coach? In college football, USC enters Rivalry Week as massive 27-point favorites over UCLA at the Coliseum. Could the struggling Bruins channel past upset magic? And what new revelations will we learn about A-Rod in HBO’s three-part baseball documentary?

Fred, Art, and Laura highlight a troubling divide in the SoCal sports scene as UCLA Athletics continues its descent from prominence. The Bruins' program, once holder of 24 national championships, now finds relevance only in two sports. As Athletic Director Martin Jarmond faces mounting criticism for questionable hires, including basketball coach Mick Cronin, who controversially benched four starters as punishment following the Arizona loss, can UCLA's storied tradition be salvaged? Will Cody Bellinger return to the Dodgers over a pricier Kyle Tucker? And could the proposed 2027 labor negotiations finally establish spending minimums for competitive balance in the MLB?

Fred, Art, and Laura are less than enthusiastic about the New England Patriots’ latest jersey color, but marvel at their NFL lead, powered by rookie quarterback Drake Maye's impressive development. Can they sustain this unexpected surge? Is Matt Stafford the MVP favorite, having thrown 20 touchdowns without an interception over six games and positioning the Rams atop the power rankings before Sunday's Seattle showdown? Does Lincoln Riley's deceptive play against Northwestern, which drew Big Ten sanctions for USC, cross ethical lines? And as fifth-ranked Arizona visits undefeated UCLA in college basketball, will Mick Cronin's volatile coaching style help or hurt the Br...

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew weigh in on the latest Baseball Hall of Fame candidates, including Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Don Mattingly, Dale Murphy, and Fernando Valenzuela. Will steroid-era controversies prevent Bonds and Clemens from reaching the required 75%, while clean candidates like Mattingly and Murphy gain induction? Is Don Mattingly’s rumored new position with Philadelphia as bench coach a trial run before replacing Rob Thomson? As the Cowboys struggle following Micah Parsons' trade, has management's decision poisoned team morale? And will the 49ers stick with hot hand Mac Jones or honor Brock Purdy's $300 million contract?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Mark question the Big Ten’s scheduling priorities after USC's 45-31 victory over Michigan State didn't end until 2:50 a.m. Eastern. Could Cleveland Browns coordinator Tommy Rees, whose father coached at UCLA for years, be the answer to revive the struggling Bruins program? Can Dolphins’ coach Mike McDaniel survive a 0-3 record, or will Monday's Jets matchup seal his fate? Is the Giants' decision to start rookie Jaxson Dart against the undefeated Chargers bold leadership or premature? And does Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh's unprecedented season of 60 home runs while catching 150 games deserve MVP recognition over Aaron Judg...

Fred, Art, and Laura wonder if UCLA’s DeShaun Foster was at a disadvantage going into the Big Ten, resulting in his firing. Who should the Bruins bring in to help turn around the floundering team? Why hasn't Eric Bieniemy gotten a shot at a major program after decades of success as an NFL coordinator? With NFL officials unable to properly referee Jalen Hurts' nearly unstoppable “tush-push” play, should the league ban this rugby-like formation? And could Jake Retzlaff, who left BYU for Tulane after honor code violations, upset Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss squad amid disappearing traditional rivalries?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura marvel as Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes emerges as baseball's newest phenom, 65 years after Sandy Koufax's perfect game against the Cubs. Can he sustain his Koufax-like dominance? Is Aroldis Chapman's streak of retiring 50 consecutive batters, which finally ended when Oakland's Shea Langeliers connected for a double, one for the history books? Will Pete Carroll's proven turnaround magic work in the Raiders' matchup against the Chargers, despite Las Vegas being three-point underdogs? And as UCLA faces New Mexico at the Rose Bowl, is this game a critical test for coach DeShaun Foster?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew join the debate over the NFL’s scheduling conflicts with high school football as the league expands globally with Friday's Chiefs-Chargers game in São Paulo, Brazil. Should international growth override traditional Friday night protections? LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer faces potential sanctions for allegedly circumventing salary cap rules to pay Kawhi Leonard an extra $28 million through a sham sponsorship deal. Will there be serious penalties? And as Buffalo's Sean McDermott enters Sunday's Ravens matchup carrying seven playoff losses, while UCLA's DeShaun Foster is under scrutiny after a 43-10 defeat, can either coach overcome their rec...

Fred, Art, and Laura are concerned about college football’s future as the sport returns with a packed weekend. Has the transfer portal and NIL fundamentally changed the emotional connection between fans and constantly shifting players? Will expanding the College Football Playoff from 12 to potentially 28 teams destroy the traditional bowl system and regular season significance? Can Ohio State overcome its inexperienced defense and untested quarterback Julian Sayin against Texas and Arch Manning in Saturday's marquee Columbus showdown? And should players receive direct compensation from the $4 million schools earn per playoff victory, as Nick Saban suggests?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised to see the San Diego Padres overtaking the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West, after the Blue Crew lost a nine-game lead. Can San Diego capture its first championship in decades? Will Max Muncy continue to lead the offense for the Dodgers? Should superstars agree to reduced salaries to help teams afford roster-boosting players? And as the sports world mourns the loss of Hall-of-Famer Lionel Taylor, will the news of Jerry Jones’ battle with melanoma spur players to heed the dangers of sun exposure?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised to see the San Diego Padres overtaking the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West, after the Blue Crew lost a nine-game lead. Can San Diego capture its first championship in decades? Will Max Muncy continue to lead the offense for the Dodgers? Should superstars agree to reduced salaries to help teams afford roster-boosting players? And as the sports world mourns the loss of Hall-of-Famer Lionel Taylor, will the news of Jerry Jones’ battle with melanoma spur players to heed the dangers of sun exposure?

Fred, Art, and Laura debate the MLB power rankings, showing the New York Mets at seventh and the Yankees at 12th despite both teams' pitching struggles and Aaron Judge's stint on the IL. Can either team recover? The Milwaukee Brewers lead while the Dodgers climb to second, but will L.A. pitchers stay healthy? Chargers tackle Rashawn Slater's season-ending patellar tendon injury after signing a $113 million deal begs the question: Should NFL starters be benched in preseason games? And are complex subscription requirements driving fans away from sports, as confusion mounts amid ESPN's NFL Media acquisition and streaming platform shifts?

Fred, Art, and Laura debate the MLB power rankings, showing the New York Mets at seventh and the Yankees at 12th despite both teams' pitching struggles and Aaron Judge's stint on the IL. Can either team recover? The Milwaukee Brewers lead while the Dodgers climb to second, but will L.A. pitchers stay healthy? Chargers tackle Rashawn Slater's season-ending patellar tendon injury after signing a $113 million deal begs the question: Should NFL starters be benched in preseason games? And are complex subscription requirements driving fans away from sports, as confusion mounts amid ESPN's NFL Media acquisition and streaming platform shifts?

Fred, Art, and Mark worry about the mounting CTE plight affecting NFL stars like Junior Seau, Demaryius Thomas, and Aaron Hernandez, raising questions about the league's responsibility to care for affected players. Can football survive if parents withdraw children from the sport as safety concerns grow? Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred's failed salary cap pitch to Phillies’ Bryce Harper exposed the sport's power dynamics. With such a strong players’ union, will baseball ever implement spending limits? And with the MLB pursuing gimmicks like 150,000-fan games at Bristol Speedway and in-game player interviews, are these innovations attracting young fans or alienating traditionalists?

Fred, Art, and Mark worry about the mounting CTE plight affecting NFL stars like Junior Seau, Demaryius Thomas, and Aaron Hernandez, raising questions about the league's responsibility to care for affected players. Can football survive if parents withdraw children from the sport as safety concerns grow? Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred's failed salary cap pitch to Phillies’ Bryce Harper exposed the sport's power dynamics. With such a strong players’ union, will baseball ever implement spending limits? And with the MLB pursuing gimmicks like 150,000-fan games at Bristol Speedway and in-game player interviews, are these innovations attracting young fans or alienating traditionalists?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are shocked at the immigration enforcement disrupting Southern California high school sports as three schools report athletes skipping practice and parents avoiding games. Should sports facilities be considered sanctuary spaces for student-athletes? The Pittsburgh Pirates face trade deadline decisions involving ace Paul Skenes and top prospect Konnor Griffin, but will they trade generational talent like Skenes for immediate help? Professional basketball is struggling with fan engagement, with the WNBA demanding higher pay amid financial losses. And where are today's charismatic superstars like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird to bolster declining NBA ratings?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are shocked at the immigration enforcement disrupting Southern California high school sports as three schools report athletes skipping practice and parents avoiding games. Should sports facilities be considered sanctuary spaces for student-athletes? The Pittsburgh Pirates face trade deadline decisions involving ace Paul Skenes and top prospect Konnor Griffin, but will they trade generational talent like Skenes for immediate help? Professional basketball is struggling with fan engagement, with the WNBA demanding higher pay amid financial losses. And where are today's charismatic superstars like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird to bolster declining NBA ratings?

Fred, Art, and Laura applaud Scottie Scheffler’s British Open triumph while marveling over golf's redemptive power in Australian golfer Ryan Peake's remarkable journey from federal prison to major championship qualification. Could his story inspire other struggling athletes? The NFL's decision to stream all Christmas games exclusively raises concerns about pricing out working-class fans, as Commissioner Roger Goodell’s salary skyrockets. Will the organization alienate its core audience? And after the WNBA All-Star Game faced a projected 35-40 percent viewership drop without injured rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, can the league protect their star from increasingly aggressive targeting from opponents?

Fred, Art, and Laura applaud Scottie Scheffler’s British Open triumph while marveling over golf's redemptive power in Australian golfer Ryan Peake's remarkable journey from federal prison to major championship qualification. Could his story inspire other struggling athletes? The NFL's decision to stream all Christmas games exclusively raises concerns about pricing out working-class fans, as Commissioner Roger Goodell’s salary skyrockets. Will the organization alienate its core audience? And after the WNBA All-Star Game faced a projected 35-40 percent viewership drop without injured rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, can the league protect their star from increasingly aggressive targeting from opponents?

Fred, Art, and Laura contemplate the Dodgers’ distressing losing streak and hope the offensive struggles of stars like Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani are short-lived. Can Ohtani’s dominance on the other side of the plate pick up some of the slack? How long can a team with this much talent afford to wait for their stars to break out of their slumps? Does manager Dave Roberts’ bullpen management and the organization’s decisions to trade away future stars add to the team’s difficulties? And is there a disconnect between Juan Soto’s massive Mets contract and expectations for his on-field...

Fred, Art, and Laura contemplate the Dodgers’ distressing losing streak and hope the offensive struggles of stars like Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani are short-lived. Can Ohtani’s dominance on the other side of the plate pick up some of the slack? How long can a team with this much talent afford to wait for their stars to break out of their slumps? Does manager Dave Roberts’ bullpen management and the organization’s decisions to trade away future stars add to the team’s difficulties? And is there a disconnect between Juan Soto’s massive Mets contract and expectations for his on-field...

Fred, Art, and Laura speculate on the Atlanta Braves' dimming playoff hopes as injuries pile up, with pitchers sidelined and Michael Harris II struggling offensively. Can they overcome this adversity without organizational depth? Legal troubles continue to plague athletes, including Bills draft pick Maxwell Hairston and BYU's Jake Retzlaff, who face various allegations apiece. How should the justice system handle cases involving wealthy athletes? And will veteran leadership be able to manage potential locker room conflicts and team chemistry as questions surround the Lakers’ newest acquisition, Deandre Ayton?

Fred, Art, and Laura speculate on the Atlanta Braves' dimming playoff hopes as injuries pile up, with pitchers sidelined and Michael Harris II struggling offensively. Can they overcome this adversity without organizational depth? Legal troubles continue to plague athletes, including Bills draft pick Maxwell Hairston and BYU's Jake Retzlaff, who face various allegations apiece. How should the justice system handle cases involving wealthy athletes? And will veteran leadership be able to manage potential locker room conflicts and team chemistry as questions surround the Lakers’ newest acquisition, Deandre Ayton?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura consider Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential move to the Lakers and how it would affect the storied franchise amid all the changes on tap. Can three superstars truly coexist on one team? Despite Wander Franco's legal troubles, Tampa Bay sits just half a game behind the Yankees. Could the Rays win the pennant without their suspended $100 million shortstop? Eagles running back A.J. Dillon's praise for WNBA player Sophie Cunningham protecting Caitlin Clark raises intriguing questions - will cross-sport advocacy elevate women's basketball, and is the physical play affecting Clark's recent struggles?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura consider Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential move to the Lakers and how it would affect the storied franchise amid all the changes on tap. Can three superstars truly coexist on one team? Despite Wander Franco's legal troubles, Tampa Bay sits just half a game behind the Yankees. Could the Rays win the pennant without their suspended $100 million shortstop? Eagles running back A.J. Dillon's praise for WNBA player Sophie Cunningham protecting Caitlin Clark raises intriguing questions - will cross-sport advocacy elevate women's basketball, and is the physical play affecting Clark's recent struggles?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are shocked at the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers by Jeanie Buss and her family to Mark Walter of Guggenheim Partners for a record $10 billion, ending decades of ownership. Will Dodger-owner Walter's corporate approach maintain the Lakers' championship culture that flourished under the Buss family? Pirates ace Paul Skenes emerges as a Cy Young candidate despite his team's struggles, but can Pittsburgh justify keeping their star pitcher? Or will financial pressures force another talent exodus? And what was so controversial about Nezza singing the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are shocked at the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers by Jeanie Buss and her family to Mark Walter of Guggenheim Partners for a record $10 billion, ending decades of ownership. Will Dodger-owner Walter's corporate approach maintain the Lakers' championship culture that flourished under the Buss family? Pirates ace Paul Skenes emerges as a Cy Young candidate despite his team's struggles, but can Pittsburgh justify keeping their star pitcher? Or will financial pressures force another talent exodus? And what was so controversial about Nezza singing the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium?

Fred, Art, and Laura explore the possibility that underdogs are going to end up being top dogs as several championship titles are at stake. Will J.J. Spaun, a diabetic golfer from East L.A. who has already overcome many obstacles to rise from 800th in the world, surprise everyone on the U.S. Open’s brutal Oakmont course, or will it be Norway’s Viktor Hovland? Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s stellar performance help Oklahoma City’s Thunder triumph over Rick Carlisle’s more seasoned Indiana Pacers in the NBA Playoffs? And is this the year that the Stanley Cup goes home...

Fred, Art, and Laura explore the possibility that underdogs are going to end up being top dogs as several championship titles are at stake. Will J.J. Spaun, a diabetic golfer from East L.A. who has already overcome many obstacles to rise from 800th in the world, surprise everyone on the U.S. Open’s brutal Oakmont course, or will it be Norway’s Viktor Hovland? Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s stellar performance help Oklahoma City’s Thunder triumph over Rick Carlisle’s more seasoned Indiana Pacers in the NBA Playoffs? And is this the year that the Stanley Cup goes home...

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are amazed to learn that former MLB outfielder Eric Anthony is the son of Dodgers legend Willie Davis, who himself found out only after Davis had passed away. How will this change their legacies? Andrew Luck, amongst other NFL players, is retiring before age 30 due to CTE worries, as more retired players are dealing with long-term health issues. What does this early retirement trend mean for professional football's future? And with the dramatic transformation of amateur athletics into a commercialized enterprise, highlighted by Duke's Cooper Flagg reportedly earning $28 million in endorsement deals, is the NIL...

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are amazed to learn that former MLB outfielder Eric Anthony is the son of Dodgers legend Willie Davis, who himself found out only after Davis had passed away. How will this change their legacies? Andrew Luck, amongst other NFL players, is retiring before age 30 due to CTE worries, as more retired players are dealing with long-term health issues. What does this early retirement trend mean for professional football's future? And with the dramatic transformation of amateur athletics into a commercialized enterprise, highlighted by Duke's Cooper Flagg reportedly earning $28 million in endorsement deals, is the NIL...

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew DiBiase question the wisdom of the Dodgers’ acquisition of Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow, given their injury histories, now that they’re sidelined and there’s only one ace left in the rotation. Will trade options be on the horizon? Can the Oklahoma City Thunder, led by coach Mark Daigneault, keep up their momentum as they face a lengthy layoff before the Finals in June? And just how much has the Indiana Fever’s attendance been impacted by basketball phenom Caitlin Clark’s injury?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew DiBiase question the wisdom of the Dodgers’ acquisition of Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow, given their injury histories, now that they’re sidelined and there’s only one ace left in the rotation. Will trade options be on the horizon? Can the Oklahoma City Thunder, led by coach Mark Daigneault, keep up their momentum as they face a lengthy layoff before the Finals in June? And just how much has the Indiana Fever’s attendance been impacted by basketball phenom Caitlin Clark’s injury?

Fred, Art, Mark, Laura, and sports historian Matthew DiBiase wonder how college athletics could have become such a tangled web in the last several years. Has the NCAA lost control of amateur sports? Could Mark Emmert have foreseen the potential upheaval from changing the rules? Will Rick Carlisle’s Indiana Pacers emerge as the dark horses in the NBA playoffs after delivering a heartbreaking defeat to Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks? And can any NFL franchise match Kansas City's sustained excellence without a Patrick Mahomes-caliber quarterback?

Fred, Art, Mark, Laura, and sports historian Matthew DiBiase wonder how college athletics could have become such a tangled web in the last several years. Has the NCAA lost control of amateur sports? Could Mark Emmert have foreseen the potential upheaval from changing the rules? Will Rick Carlisle’s Indiana Pacers emerge as the dark horses in the NBA playoffs after delivering a heartbreaking defeat to Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks? And can any NFL franchise match Kansas City's sustained excellence without a Patrick Mahomes-caliber quarterback?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised that Nick Saban and President Trump have entered debates about NIL and transfer portal reforms in college football. Could the sport eventually split into separate tiers with elite programs creating their own division? MLB financial strategies face scrutiny as the Dodgers' billion-dollar payroll with deferred payments from stars like Shohei Ohtani raises eyebrows. Will MLB eventually revise contract deferral rules? Does the release of veteran Dodger catcher Austin Barnes emphasize that baseball is very much a business? How will the crucial Knicks-Celtics playoff matchup pan out? And is Giannis Antetokounmpo truly considering Los...

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised that Nick Saban and President Trump have entered debates about NIL and transfer portal reforms in college football. Could the sport eventually split into separate tiers with elite programs creating their own division? MLB financial strategies face scrutiny as the Dodgers' billion-dollar payroll with deferred payments from stars like Shohei Ohtani raises eyebrows. Will MLB eventually revise contract deferral rules? Does the release of veteran Dodger catcher Austin Barnes emphasize that baseball is very much a business? How will the crucial Knicks-Celtics playoff matchup pan out? And is Giannis Antetokounmpo truly considering Los...

Fred, Art, and Laura marvel at the marked uptick in ratings for the NBA playoffs over previous years. Which former player is New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson being compared to with his clutch performance? Will this postseason reenergize the fanbase? Can the change of ownership, a brand-spanking-new stadium, and quarterback Jayden Daniels increase the momentum of the Washington Commanders? Will surprise Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty run in the Preakness? And why did Mike Tirico leave the Derby telecast so suddenly?

Fred, Art, and Laura marvel at the marked uptick in ratings for the NBA playoffs over previous years. Which former player is New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson being compared to with his clutch performance? Will this postseason reenergize the fanbase? Can the change of ownership, a brand-spanking-new stadium, and quarterback Jayden Daniels increase the momentum of the Washington Commanders? Will surprise Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty run in the Preakness? And why did Mike Tirico leave the Derby telecast so suddenly?

Fred and Art handicap the 151st Kentucky Derby, which runs Saturday with Journalism favored from the eighth post. Could $2,500 purchase Chunk of Gold shock the racing world from the 19th position? Aaron Judge dominates MLB statistical categories as the Yankees continue their offensive barrage. Is the power surge across baseball due to Commissioner Manfred quietly allowing a livelier ball this season? With former Dodger Gavin Lux remaining a defensive liability for Cincinnati despite hitting over .330, should the Reds limit him to DH duties despite his hot bat? And will Denver and Nikola Jokić derail the Clippers' playoff hopes once again?

Fred and Art handicap the 151st Kentucky Derby, which runs Saturday with Journalism favored from the eighth post. Could $2,500 purchase Chunk of Gold shock the racing world from the 19th position? Aaron Judge dominates MLB statistical categories as the Yankees continue their offensive barrage. Is the power surge across baseball due to Commissioner Manfred quietly allowing a livelier ball this season? With former Dodger Gavin Lux remaining a defensive liability for Cincinnati despite hitting over .330, should the Reds limit him to DH duties despite his hot bat? And will Denver and Nikola Jokić derail the Clippers' playoff hopes once again?

The team is back together as Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura look for a potential Lakers-Clippers Western Conference Finals with J.J.Redick’s Lakers bolstered by major contributions from Austin Reaves and a seemingly rejuvenated LeBron James, while Kawhi Leonard's health raises the Clippers' hopes across town. In the East, Indiana has emerged as a surprising challenge to Boston's dominant path. And as the NCAA grapples with transfer portal chaos, exemplified by the UCLA-Tennessee quarterback swap involving Nico Iamaleava, will the NFL draft provide clarity on polarizing prospects like Shedeur Sanders?

The team is back together as Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura look for a potential Lakers-Clippers Western Conference Finals with J.J.Redick’s Lakers bolstered by major contributions from Austin Reaves and a seemingly rejuvenated LeBron James, while Kawhi Leonard's health raises the Clippers' hopes across town. In the East, Indiana has emerged as a surprising challenge to Boston's dominant path. And as the NCAA grapples with transfer portal chaos, exemplified by the UCLA-Tennessee quarterback swap involving Nico Iamaleava, will the NFL draft provide clarity on polarizing prospects like Shedeur Sanders?

Fred is back and more fantastic than ever! He and Laura contemplate Cooper Flagg’s crucial decision between returning to Duke for another championship run or entering the NBA draft as a projected top pick. Could his choice to forgo millions signal a new trend in college basketball? Aaron Rodgers remains unsigned as NFL teams hesitate to commit. Will any franchise gamble on the aging quarterback despite vacancies in New Orleans and Pittsburgh? The Dodgers are battling defensive issues as the season gets into full swing. Is Max Muncy's struggling defense at third base a temporary problem or a season-long co...

Fred is back and more fantastic than ever! He and Laura contemplate Cooper Flagg’s crucial decision between returning to Duke for another championship run or entering the NBA draft as a projected top pick. Could his choice to forgo millions signal a new trend in college basketball? Aaron Rodgers remains unsigned as NFL teams hesitate to commit. Will any franchise gamble on the aging quarterback despite vacancies in New Orleans and Pittsburgh? The Dodgers are battling defensive issues as the season gets into full swing. Is Max Muncy's struggling defense at third base a temporary problem or a season-long co...

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura predict an uncertain future for horse racing amid diminishing purses and animal welfare concerns at racetracks like the iconic Santa Anita. What ethical reforms need to be adopted as it struggles to persevere? Could NHL commissioner Gary Bettman’s new international competition format help hockey challenge basketball's popularity? Will Alex Bregman or Rafael Devers play third base for Boston? And how can baseball maintain its national appeal with ESPN losing its MLB package and only a handful of teams realistically competing for championships?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura predict an uncertain future for horse racing amid diminishing purses and animal welfare concerns at racetracks like the iconic Santa Anita. What ethical reforms need to be adopted as it struggles to persevere? Could NHL commissioner Gary Bettman’s new international competition format help hockey challenge basketball's popularity? Will Alex Bregman or Rafael Devers play third base for Boston? And how can baseball maintain its national appeal with ESPN losing its MLB package and only a handful of teams realistically competing for championships?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are skeptical of the claims of operating losses from multiple baseball teams amid soaring franchise values. Can the MLB’s economic model sustain escalating player salaries like Alex Bregman's $120 million Red Sox deal? The Dodgers and Braves project for 109 and 105 wins respectively - but will pitching health determine their fate? What ownership turmoil threatens the Padres' future following Peter Seidler's death? Will Aaron Rodgers choose broadcasting over the Raiders? And is Sean McVay considering trading some high-profile Rams?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are skeptical of the claims of operating losses from multiple baseball teams amid soaring franchise values. Can the MLB’s economic model sustain escalating player salaries like Alex Bregman's $120 million Red Sox deal? The Dodgers and Braves project for 109 and 105 wins respectively - but will pitching health determine their fate? What ownership turmoil threatens the Padres' future following Peter Seidler's death? Will Aaron Rodgers choose broadcasting over the Raiders? And is Sean McVay considering trading some high-profile Rams?

Fred, Art, and Laura chronicle gambling misconduct in the MLB with the passing of former commissioner Fay Vincent and as fresh concerns arise at the suspension of umpire Pat Hoberg, who is sidelined until 2026 for shared credit card activity with a baseball gambler. Is stricter monitoring on the horizon? Has Chip Kelly found his niche with the Raiders? Will the Super Bowl officiating crew be under scrutiny? Is Saquon Barkley just the ticket to keep the Chiefs from a three-peat? And how will the NCAA’s controversial rules affect transgender athletes?

Fred, Art, and Laura chronicle gambling misconduct in the MLB with the passing of former commissioner Fay Vincent and as fresh concerns arise at the suspension of umpire Pat Hoberg, who is sidelined until 2026 for shared credit card activity with a baseball gambler. Is stricter monitoring on the horizon? Has Chip Kelly found his niche with the Raiders? Will the Super Bowl officiating crew be under scrutiny? Is Saquon Barkley just the ticket to keep the Chiefs from a three-peat? And how will the NCAA’s controversial rules affect transgender athletes?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran break down what defines professional sports as the NIL offers more opportunities for college athletes and staff, with big paydays for elite players and the hiring of Mike Lombardi as the GM for UNC. Will the NCAA eventually become a pro organization? Can Anthony Davis be considered a Hall of Famer with so many missed games? How close is Alex Ovechkin to overtaking Wayne Gretzky’s record? And what does the Kobe Bryant documentary have in store for fans?

Fred, Art, Laura, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran break down what defines professional sports as the NIL offers more opportunities for college athletes and staff, with big paydays for elite players and the hiring of Mike Lombardi as the GM for UNC. Will the NCAA eventually become a pro organization? Can Anthony Davis be considered a Hall of Famer with so many missed games? How close is Alex Ovechkin to overtaking Wayne Gretzky’s record? And what does the Kobe Bryant documentary have in store for fans?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura marvel at Ichiro Suzuki's near-unanimous Hall of Fame selection, with one mysterious voter preventing a perfect ballot. What caused the lone dissenter to keep Ichiro from the unanimous club? Will Aaron Rodgers be shown the door as new coach Aaron Glenn joins the Jets? Can Pete Carroll reenergize the Raiders? Is the Miami Heat facing retention challenges as $49-million-dollar man Jimmy Butler looks for a clean getaway? And how will the streaming revolution impact the future of sports viewership?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura marvel at Ichiro Suzuki's near-unanimous Hall of Fame selection, with one mysterious voter preventing a perfect ballot. What caused the lone dissenter to keep Ichiro from the unanimous club? Will Aaron Rodgers be shown the door as new coach Aaron Glenn joins the Jets? Can Pete Carroll reenergize the Raiders? Is the Miami Heat facing retention challenges as $49-million-dollar man Jimmy Butler looks for a clean getaway? And how will the streaming revolution impact the future of sports viewership?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura compare past and present college basketball culture as they reflect on both the upcoming 50th anniversary of John Wooden's UCLA retirement and the passing of USC/NBA legend Gus Williams. What would Coach Wooden think of the expanded tournament format? As NFL playoff fever grips the nation with heavyweight matchups, which MVP candidate will be victorious in Buffalo’s lake-effect snow game? Can rookie Jayden Daniels prove he has the right stuff in the Motor City? And will Taylor Swift make an appearance in KC?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura compare past and present college basketball culture as they reflect on both the upcoming 50th anniversary of John Wooden's UCLA retirement and the passing of USC/NBA legend Gus Williams. What would Coach Wooden think of the expanded tournament format? As NFL playoff fever grips the nation with heavyweight matchups, which MVP candidate will be victorious in Buffalo’s lake-effect snow game? Can rookie Jayden Daniels prove he has the right stuff in the Motor City? And will Taylor Swift make an appearance in KC?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are heartbroken as wildfires ravage Los Angeles. The proximity of the fires has necessitated relocating the Rams-Vikings game to Arizona. Can the Rams, worried for their homes, beat the four-point-favored Vikings? Will the Pittsburgh Steelers maintain their historical edge over the Baltimore Ravens and overcome their late-season slump? Is it ethical for Tampa Bay to help Michael Evans reach his contract bonus? And how is LeBron James affecting the Lakers’ roster - will there be THREE James players on it in the future?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are heartbroken as wildfires ravage Los Angeles. The proximity of the fires has necessitated relocating the Rams-Vikings game to Arizona. Can the Rams, worried for their homes, beat the four-point-favored Vikings? Will the Pittsburgh Steelers maintain their historical edge over the Baltimore Ravens and overcome their late-season slump? Is it ethical for Tampa Bay to help Michael Evans reach his contract bonus? And how is LeBron James affecting the Lakers’ roster - will there be THREE James players on it in the future?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are curious as to why the Eagles are resting Saquon Barkley at 101 yards shy of Eric Dickerson’s rushing record. Are they prioritizing Super Bowl aspirations over individual glory? Could Sean McVay’s surging LA Rams be the team no one wants to face in the playoffs? Did Arizona State's controversial loss to Texas under innovative coach Kenny Dillingham intensify the debate about the new 12-team playoff format? And is Brock Purdy worth elite quarterback money as restricted free agency looms?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are curious as to why the Eagles are resting Saquon Barkley at 101 yards shy of Eric Dickerson’s rushing record. Are they prioritizing Super Bowl aspirations over individual glory? Could Sean McVay’s surging LA Rams be the team no one wants to face in the playoffs? Did Arizona State's controversial loss to Texas under innovative coach Kenny Dillingham intensify the debate about the new 12-team playoff format? And is Brock Purdy worth elite quarterback money as restricted free agency looms?

Fred and Art consider the most suitable landing spots for De’Aaron Fox as the possibility of his being traded from the Sacramento Kings looks more probable. Does LA make the list as a logical fit? Will the Rose Bowl be an old-school matchup as Ohio State and Oregon face off on New Year’s Day? Is playing time in the future for Chiefs’ QB Carson Wentz? Has Eric Bieniemy found a new job? And will more coaches follow Mike Norvell’s lead by contributing funds to the NIL?

Fred and Art consider the most suitable landing spots for De’Aaron Fox as the possibility of his being traded from the Sacramento Kings looks more probable. Does LA make the list as a logical fit? Will the Rose Bowl be an old-school matchup as Ohio State and Oregon face off on New Year’s Day? Is playing time in the future for Chiefs’ QB Carson Wentz? Has Eric Bieniemy found a new job? And will more coaches follow Mike Norvell’s lead by contributing funds to the NIL?

Fred, Art, Mark and Laura Snoke Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura Snoke are excited to see the debut of Atlanta Falcons’ Michael Penix, Jr., taking over for the injured Kirk Cousins in the upcoming game against the foundering New York Giants. Has the Giants’ losing record this season secured them a first-round draft pick? Will the Raiders snap up Team Sanders? Is Saquon Barkley a late-season entry in a closely contested NFL MVP race? And how much longer will the Chiefs expect Patrick Mahomes to play injured?

Fred, Art, Mark and Laura Snoke Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura Snoke are excited to see the debut of Atlanta Falcons’ Michael Penix, Jr., taking over for the injured Kirk Cousins in the upcoming game against the foundering New York Giants. Has the Giants’ losing record this season secured them a first-round draft pick? Will the Raiders snap up Team Sanders? Is Saquon Barkley a late-season entry in a closely contested NFL MVP race? And how much longer will the Chiefs expect Patrick Mahomes to play injured?

Fred, Art, Mark and Laura Snoke can’t wrap their heads around the high salaries of college athletic personnel after the raise UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond received after a so-so sports year. Why are non-athletic department educators expected to survive on substantially less? With the passing of baseball elder statesman Rocky Colavito, the long-awaited HoF induction of Dave Parker, and multiple cancer diagnoses of other players, how long is too long to wait to honor sports legends? And will Deion Sanders make team rebuilding a family affair?

Fred, Art, Mark and Laura Snoke can’t wrap their heads around the high salaries of college athletic personnel after the raise UCLA athletic director Martin Jarmond received after a so-so sports year. Why are non-athletic department educators expected to survive on substantially less? With the passing of baseball elder statesman Rocky Colavito, the long-awaited HoF induction of Dave Parker, and multiple cancer diagnoses of other players, how long is too long to wait to honor sports legends? And will Deion Sanders make team rebuilding a family affair?

Fred, Art, Laura Snoke, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran wonder where the football coaching roundabout will stop as football coaches in the NFL and NCAA are either out of a job or seeking new employment. Who will DeShaun Foster bring on board as offensive coordinator now that he’s parted ways with Eric Bieniemy? Which coach will give Miller Moss the opportunities he’s looking for after waiting in the wings at USC? And where will Bill Belichick go to realize his dream of breaking all-time winning records?

Fred, Art, Laura Snoke, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran wonder where the football coaching roundabout will stop as football coaches in the NFL and NCAA are either out of a job or seeking new employment. Who will DeShaun Foster bring on board as offensive coordinator now that he’s parted ways with Eric Bieniemy? Which coach will give Miller Moss the opportunities he’s looking for after waiting in the wings at USC? And where will Bill Belichick go to realize his dream of breaking all-time winning records?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Matthew DiBiase lament the looming new 12-game college football playoff system. Will it truly be a matchup of the best teams or all about the underdogs? As legendary rivalries promise excitement this weekend, will the transfer portal and NIL usher in an era with fewer historic clashes like USC and Notre Dame under John McKay and Ara Parseghian? What can Mick Cronin do about the continued lack of fans at UCLA basketball games? And will Jared Goff be the unexpected NFL MVP?

Fred, Art, Mark, and Matthew DiBiase lament the looming new 12-game college football playoff system. Will it truly be a matchup of the best teams or all about the underdogs? As legendary rivalries promise excitement this weekend, will the transfer portal and NIL usher in an era with fewer historic clashes like USC and Notre Dame under John McKay and Ara Parseghian? What can Mick Cronin do about the continued lack of fans at UCLA basketball games? And will Jared Goff be the unexpected NFL MVP?

Fred, Art, and Matthew DiBiase bemoan the direction that historic college football rivalries have taken in the reshuffling of conferences, with the UCLA-USC classic being relegated to late-night viewing for the East Coast. Will Yankee Stadium be the battleground for a David vs Goliath clash of Army and Notre Dame? In an exciting NFL weekend, can Saquon Barkley run wild for the Eagles? Is Brock Purdy healthy enough to play? And how will Tommy DeVito prove he’s the right choice for the Giants?

Fred, Art, and Matthew DiBiase bemoan the direction that historic college football rivalries have taken in the reshuffling of conferences, with the UCLA-USC classic being relegated to late-night viewing for the East Coast. Will Yankee Stadium be the battleground for a David vs Goliath clash of Army and Notre Dame? In an exciting NFL weekend, can Saquon Barkley run wild for the Eagles? Is Brock Purdy healthy enough to play? And how will Tommy DeVito prove he’s the right choice for the Giants?

Fred and Art are still shaking their heads over the continuing scheduling drama for LA sports as UCLA’s football and basketball are creating another Friday night viewing conflict for fans. Is Mick Cronin the cause of the recent low attendance at Pauley because of his planned recruiting strategy? Has DeShaun Foster helped the football team get into a winning rhythm? How is Lane Kiffin highlighting the career path of former USC coaches? And which of the issues plaguing the NFL’s special teams has upset Deebo Samuel the most?

Fred and Art are still shaking their heads over the continuing scheduling drama for LA sports as UCLA’s football and basketball are creating another Friday night viewing conflict for fans. Is Mick Cronin the cause of the recent low attendance at Pauley because of his planned recruiting strategy? Has DeShaun Foster helped the football team get into a winning rhythm? How is Lane Kiffin highlighting the career path of former USC coaches? And which of the issues plaguing the NFL’s special teams has upset Deebo Samuel the most?

Fred and Art question the wisdom of the powers that be in college sports as USC and LSU face the dilemma of gigantic buyouts to end the contracts of football coaches Lincoln Riley and Brian Kelly. How can the universities afford to shell out $65-$95 million and still keep their programs afloat? Will Lamar Jackson stay at the top of the MVP list? Could returning RB Christian McCaffrey be the midseason boost the 49ers need? And why is there another Friday night sports scheduling snafu in LA?

Fred and Art question the wisdom of the powers that be in college sports as USC and LSU face the dilemma of gigantic buyouts to end the contracts of football coaches Lincoln Riley and Brian Kelly. How can the universities afford to shell out $65-$95 million and still keep their programs afloat? Will Lamar Jackson stay at the top of the MVP list? Could returning RB Christian McCaffrey be the midseason boost the 49ers need? And why is there another Friday night sports scheduling snafu in LA?

With the Dodgers’ World Series win for the ages in the rearview mirror, Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke ponder football possibilities as the NFL trade deadline grows ever near. Bryce Young, former No. 1 overall pick, is the subject of great speculation as to where his new home might be. Will he leave the Panthers and head West? Are the 2024 Oregon Ducks reminiscent of Chip Kelly’s 2012 undefeated team? Is Jared Goff the NFL’s Renaissance man? And would the Rams really have traded Cooper Kupp had they lost their last few games?

With the Dodgers’ World Series win for the ages in the rearview mirror, Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke ponder football possibilities as the NFL trade deadline grows ever near. Bryce Young, former No. 1 overall pick, is the subject of great speculation as to where his new home might be. Will he leave the Panthers and head West? Are the 2024 Oregon Ducks reminiscent of Chip Kelly’s 2012 undefeated team? Is Jared Goff the NFL’s Renaissance man? And would the Rams really have traded Cooper Kupp had they lost their last few games?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke gear up for an action-packed night of sports in LA, with the confluence of the World Series at Dodger Stadium, USC at the Coliseum, the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, and the East LA Classic high school football game at SoFi causing “Sportsageddon Carmageddon” woes for drivers. Can the Dodgers best their historic rivals? Which SoCal native will win the Game 1 pitching battle - Jack Flaherty or Gerrit Cole? Will Aaron Judge be the Pride of the Yankees? And is Russell Wilson the right choice for the Steelers in the clash with the Giants?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke gear up for an action-packed night of sports in LA, with the confluence of the World Series at Dodger Stadium, USC at the Coliseum, the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, and the East LA Classic high school football game at SoFi causing “Sportsageddon Carmageddon” woes for drivers. Can the Dodgers best their historic rivals? Which SoCal native will win the Game 1 pitching battle - Jack Flaherty or Gerrit Cole? Will Aaron Judge be the Pride of the Yankees? And is Russell Wilson the right choice for the Steelers in the clash with the Giants?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke share their predictions for the MLB pennant winners, with some strong performances by the NL and AL teams. Whose postseason record did Max Muncy tie? Will Aaron Judge’s superstar performance guarantee the Yankees a World Series berth? Can Jhonkensy Noel keep up the home runs for the Guardians? Do the Dodgers have enough in reserve to keep Teoscar Hernandez next season? And with more big-draw sporting events moving to streaming, will network availability go the way of the dodo?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke share their predictions for the MLB pennant winners, with some strong performances by the NL and AL teams. Whose postseason record did Max Muncy tie? Will Aaron Judge’s superstar performance guarantee the Yankees a World Series berth? Can Jhonkensy Noel keep up the home runs for the Guardians? Do the Dodgers have enough in reserve to keep Teoscar Hernandez next season? And with more big-draw sporting events moving to streaming, will network availability go the way of the dodo?

Fred, Art, Laura Snoke, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran question the networks’ decision-making process in the scheduling of UCLA and USC’s games against formidable foes on Saturday. Why the simultaneous kickoff times? Will Bruins’ coach DeShaun Foster be a match for veteran Brian Kelly? Which school has dropped six sports programs in the latest NIL development? Will Bryce Young be given the chance to reach his potential? And just how did Shohei Ohtani achieve those mind-boggling stats?

Fred, Art, Laura Snoke, and Fred’s cousin Andy Baran question the networks’ decision-making process in the scheduling of UCLA and USC’s games against formidable foes on Saturday. Why the simultaneous kickoff times? Will Bruins’ coach DeShaun Foster be a match for veteran Brian Kelly? Which school has dropped six sports programs in the latest NIL development? Will Bryce Young be given the chance to reach his potential? And just how did Shohei Ohtani achieve those mind-boggling stats?

Fred, Art, and Mark marvel over the numbers being put up by Shohei Ohtani as he inches toward an unheard-of 50-50 season. Will he cap off 2024 with a return to the mound in October and an MVP award to boot, or is the Phillies’ Bryce Harper going to give him a run for his money? How was Aaron Rodgers’ first game of the season? Should Tua Tagovailoa consider retirement after suffering yet another concussion? And what is up with college coaches and their “We Pay Players” shirts?

Fred, Art, and Mark marvel over the numbers being put up by Shohei Ohtani as he inches toward an unheard-of 50-50 season. Will he cap off 2024 with a return to the mound in October and an MVP award to boot, or is the Phillies’ Bryce Harper going to give him a run for his money? How was Aaron Rodgers’ first game of the season? Should Tua Tagovailoa consider retirement after suffering yet another concussion? And what is up with college coaches and their “We Pay Players” shirts?

Fred, Art, and Mark compare the coaching styles of USC’s Lincoln Riley and LSU’s Brian Kelly after their big showdown, where the Trojan’s stunning victory did not sit well with Kelly, who wasn’t shy about laying blame for the loss. Is Riley bringing the glory back to USC? Retirees Bill Belichik and Nick Saban seem to be on everything and are everywhere all at once in their new careers as commentators. Have they found their true calling? And will Monday Night Football fans win or lose in the streaming standoff?

Fred, Art, and Mark compare the coaching styles of USC’s Lincoln Riley and LSU’s Brian Kelly after their big showdown, where the Trojan’s stunning victory did not sit well with Kelly, who wasn’t shy about laying blame for the loss. Is Riley bringing the glory back to USC? Retirees Bill Belichik and Nick Saban seem to be on everything and are everywhere all at once in their new careers as commentators. Have they found their true calling? And will Monday Night Football fans win or lose in the streaming standoff?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke are charmed by Shohei Ohtani and his dog, Decoy, who teamed up to throw out the first pitch at Dodger Stadium. Further cementing his superstar status, Ohtani hit a home run for his first at-bat. Is he a lock for MVP or does Aaron Judge have slightly better odds? Will the injury crisis in the MLB, affecting pitchers and other indispensable players like Freddie Freeman of the Dodgers, change the way the game is played in the leadup to October? And is the University of Michigan in danger of losing its National Championship title?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke are charmed by Shohei Ohtani and his dog, Decoy, who teamed up to throw out the first pitch at Dodger Stadium. Further cementing his superstar status, Ohtani hit a home run for his first at-bat. Is he a lock for MVP or does Aaron Judge have slightly better odds? Will the injury crisis in the MLB, affecting pitchers and other indispensable players like Freddie Freeman of the Dodgers, change the way the game is played in the leadup to October? And is the University of Michigan in danger of losing its National Championship title?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke wonder if and when the NFL will take a page out of professional soccer’s playbook and mandate grass fields over artificial turf. Could the prestigious World Cup 2026 in North America be the agent of change to protect players? Where has Justin Herbert landed in the fantasy football ratings? Do the Braves have a chance without Spencer Strider? Is Chris Taylor the answer to help the Dodgers rally? And should athletes venture into political discourse like Steph Curry did at the DNC?

Fred, Art, and Laura Snoke wonder if and when the NFL will take a page out of professional soccer’s playbook and mandate grass fields over artificial turf. Could the prestigious World Cup 2026 in North America be the agent of change to protect players? Where has Justin Herbert landed in the fantasy football ratings? Do the Braves have a chance without Spencer Strider? Is Chris Taylor the answer to help the Dodgers rally? And should athletes venture into political discourse like Steph Curry did at the DNC?

Fred, Art, and Mark are shaking their heads over Aaron Rodgers’ fluctuating position on the Covid vaccine. Will there ever be a straight answer from him and is this another factor preventing him from integrating with the team? Does Sean McVay have a career change in mind? Has Michael Harris II’s comeback given the Atlanta Braves the means to catch the Phillies? And with the Dodgers pitching staff being decimated by injuries and Walker Buehler struggling after his return, can the perennial powerhouse overcome its pitching woes?

Fred, Art, and Mark are shaking their heads over Aaron Rodgers’ fluctuating position on the Covid vaccine. Will there ever be a straight answer from him and is this another factor preventing him from integrating with the team? Does Sean McVay have a career change in mind? Has Michael Harris II’s comeback given the Atlanta Braves the means to catch the Phillies? And with the Dodgers pitching staff being decimated by injuries and Walker Buehler struggling after his return, can the perennial powerhouse overcome its pitching woes?