Best Ty Schalter Podcasts (2025)

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NEXT Generation 5 - Kirby's Dream Course [S1E5] 1:38:52

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TODAY'S ISSUE: NEXT Generation Issue No. 5, May 1995 Whew, this one's a doozy. Not just diving into one of Ty's favorite magazines for the very first time, but the very first issue he ever picked up: A massive roundup of all the news and rumors ever about Nintendo's Ultra 64 project. Ty and Aidan also dig into console launches successful and -un, t…

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ULTRA Bonus 2 TEASER - Mollie Patterson of EGM & GameFan [S1B2] 23:29

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Mollie Patterson's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mollipen.bsky.social Mollie Patterson's homepage: https://mollielpatterson.com/ The EGM Compendium Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/egmbook/egmcompendium FunFactor ULTRA subscribers are getting our full 91-minute interview with the great Mollie L. Patterson of EGM and GameFan fam…

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EGM 74 - DOOM [S1E4] 58:20

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TODAY'S ISSUE: EGM No. 74 - September 1995 Ty and Aidan dive into the super-edgy EGM ads, before flipping through one of the most fearless, innovative outlets of a fearless, innovative era. Then they dig into the four-way capsule review of the Super Nintendo port of DOOM, highlighting the strengths and faults of both the EGM review system and the g…

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GamePro 77 - White Men Can't Jump [S1E3] 44:27

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TODAY'S ISSUE: GamePro No. 77, December 1995 (Internet Archive) Ty and Aidan are two short white guys who don't play basketball--but do love sports, and sports video games. We've had quite few pleas from listeners to break down a good review of a bad game, and GamePro 77 has the goods. Of course, there are plenty of other things to talk about in th…

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ULTRA Bonus 1 TEASER - Mike Drucker interview [S1B1] 13:59

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Mike Drucker's Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mikedrucker.bsky.social Here's a teaser of the very first FunFactor ULTRA bonus episode! It's our exclusive interview with Mike Drucker--the author of "Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games." We talk about the book, Mike's life as a gamer and writer for some of the most prestigious shows …

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Game Players 75 - Chrono Trigger [S1E2] 1:28:47

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TODAY'S ISSUE: Game Players No. 75, September 1995 (Internet Archive) Ty and Aidan basically became friends over their shared love of Chrono Trigger, and everything it stood for as an artistic achievement in video games. Game Players was also their mutual favorite magazine--so Game Players No. 75, and its dual-writer review of Chrono Trigger, natur…

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PSM No. 1 - Final Fantasy VII [S1E1] 1:17:54

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TODAY'S ISSUE: PSM No. 1, September 1997 (Internet Archive) The very first issue of PlayStation Magazine went big on "independent" 'tude, and on Final Fantasy VII--including cover art, a massive walkthrough, and a five-star review of the game that would redefine a series, a genre, and arguably the top console of the 32-bit generation. Ty and Aidan …

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Introducing: FunFactor! [episode zero] 8:23

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Professional authors, journalists, gamers, and critics Ty Schalter and Aidan Moher introduce FunFactor: an insightful and incisive look back at the retro video game magazines that inspired them to do what they do. In this trailer they play highlights from the first few episodes, discuss the passions that drove them to read about games as well as pl…

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AFCmergency Big Show! Ja'Marr Chase hurt, Matt Ryan benched, bad new Titans Stadium 46:56

2+ y ago46:56

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The AFC's having such a rough week, the crew could barely react to it all! The Titans' new stadium looks like every generic suburban business, Ja'Marr Chase got hurt just as the Bengals got hot, and Matt Ryan got hurt AND benched. Of course, the crew reacted to all of it, plus picked every Week 8 NFL game straight up and against the spread!…

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Key Takeaways from NFL Week 7 - Aaron Rodgers & Tom Brady washed? Reaction to every game 34:29

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Two of the NFL's all-time greats put up all-time stinkers on Sunday--and we were there! @samanthabunten & @tyschalter discussed what's wrong with Aaron Rodgers & Tom Brady, and whether they can fix it. Plus, reaction to the full slate of Sunday games, and running down our picks!By Michael Schottey

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Joe Rexrode of The Athletic joins the Big Show! New Nashville Stadium deal, Are Titans done w/Tannehill, more 1:07:15

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The Titans struck a new stadium deal in the Music City, & @joerexrode joined us to explain what it'll be like, who's paying the tab, and whether fans are happy about it. We also talk Amy Adams Strunk, Ryan Tannehill, and compare the sports cultures of Nashville and Detroit. Up top, the crew take on the NFL's most mischievous yachtsman, Washington C…

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Key Takeaways from NFL Week 6: Sauce Gardner's Cheesehead, Bills/Chiefs, NYC teams, and lots more! 56:57

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We went LIVE on Twitter Spaces to break down all the Week 6 #NFL action: The Jets upsetting the Packers, the Bills establishing early AFC Supremacy, and the New York Football Jets and Giants winning ballgames!By Michael Schottey

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Field Yates of ESPN joins the Big Show! Matt Rhule fired, Geno Smith impresses, NFL picks, lots more 1:03:46

2+ y ago1:03:46

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Field Yates joins us to explain why Matt Rhule got the ziggy, name Geno Smith & the Seahawks his most surprising team, and lots more. Meanwhile, we play "True or False?" on Geno, the Eagles, the Bengals, etc. and pick the full slate of NFL Week 6 games!By Michael Schottey

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Key Takeaways from NFL Week 5: Jets good, Lions bad, Geno Smith MVP? 57:56

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Geno Smith, MVP? Dan Campbell, charlatan? JETS GOOD?! Every Monday Morning we go LIVE on Twitter Spaces to break down Sunday's NFL action, and this Monday was no different. The crew chopped it up with everyone who stopped by!By Michael Schottey

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Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders joins the Big Show! Concussions, Jaguars, Colts, more - Three & Out Podcast 1:14:41

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It's always awesome to get @MikeTanier on the Big Show--and this week we talk DVOA and the Jags, what's up with the Colts, and whether the Lions' beloved coaching staff might be due for criticism. We also break down the proposed concussion-protocol changes--and as always, pick the full slate of NFL games, straight up and against the spread!…

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Key Takeaways from NFL Week 4! Chiefs/Bucs, Packers/Pats, noble losses & moral defeats 54:09

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It was another topsy-turvy Sunday of NFL action, but don't stress--we went live on @TwitterSpaces first thing Monday morning to break it all down and tell you what you need to know. From Aaron Rodgers to Bailey Zappe, we covered all the big names, big news, and big upsets (especially of our picks, whew).…

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NFL Week 4 Big Show! Tua Tagovailoa concussion fallout, Full Slate of ATS & SU Picks, Is This Team For Real? 1:39:49

2+ y ago1:39:49

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Tua Tagovailoa's horrific brain injury against the Bengals on TNF--and Hurricane Ian--forced us to call an audible on this week's Big Show. Ty, Samantha, and Schottey give their takes on the NFL's prime-time concussion debacle, as well as decide which winning teams are for real. As always, they pick the full slate of NFL games straight up AND again…

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NFL Week 3 Key Takeaways LIVE! Pro Bowl dead, Butt Punt, SNF, upsets, kickers, chaos 54:11

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The Trash Panda Buffet that is the 2022 NFL season continues! Week 3 was full of high highs, low lows, high lows, and low highs. From the Dolphins beating the Bills despite their #ButtPunt, to Jimmy Garoppolo Dan Orlovsky-ing his way to a Broncos upset on SNF, there was so much to react to. AND THEN THEY KILLED THE PRO BOWL, LIVE ON AIR.…

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Patrick Klepek of Waypoint joins the Big Show! Chicago Bears feelings, new podcast, Panic Buttons 1:19:32

2+ y ago1:19:32

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We LOVE @waypoint's new sports-feelings show, and @patrickklepek joined us to talk generational sports trauma, that #BearDown life, Justin Fields, and much more. Plus we decide whether or not to hit the panic button for the Bengals, Colts, Raiders, Titans, Broncos, & Cowboys--and pick all the NFL Week 3 games, straight up and against the spread!…

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NFL Week 2 Key Takeaways, LIVE on Twitter Spaces - Three & Out Podcast 48:15

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CHAOS GOBLINS REJOICE! NFL Week 2 was unreal, and @TwitterSpaces was once again our playground for Monday-morning reaction with all of you. Big upsets, wild comebacks, the Jimmy G/Trey Lance saga and lots, lots more from the entire Sunday slate.By Michael Schottey

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Chris Mortensen of ESPN joins the Big Show! Cowboys, Bengals in trouble? Nathaniel Hackett hot seat? 1:22:32

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The great @mortreport of ESPN gave us the latest on Mike McCarthy's future with the Cowboys, surprise teams (good and bad) and how to make it in the sports-media business. The crew roasts Nathaniel Hackett's decision-making on MNF, and Brownie the Elf catches some heat as well.By Michael Schottey

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Benjamin Allbright joins the Big Show! Russell Wilson, the Denver Broncos, Super Bowl Picks 1:06:40

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LET'S GO! @AllbrightNFL joins us for #Kickoff2022, giving us the inside scoop on the Russell Wilson Revenge Game, head-coaching hires, and sleeper #SBLVII picks. We picked every single Week 1 game, straight-up and ATS, just like we always do. It feels so good to be back!By Michael Schottey

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Key Takeways! Mitchell Trubisky named Steelers' QB, Johnny Manziel Netflix doc, Zach Wilson ready? 36:13

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"Unrepentant slapd**k" becomes our new catch phrase, as Netflix announces a new Johnny Manziel documentary!? The crew also react to Mitchell Trubisky being named the Steelers' starter over Kenny Pickett, and Zach Wilson potentially being ready to start Week 1 for the Jets.By Michael Schottey

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Mike Tanier of Football Outisders Joins the Big Show! Jimmy G, Surprise Cuts, Hard Knocks, Ravens 49:01

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REAL real #NFL football is almost here, and @MikeTanier of Football Outsiders joined the Big Show to break down Jimmy G staying in San Francisco, the quarterback market, the Baltimore Ravens' upside, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' downside, and lots lots more. The crew also went around the league to talk about all their most surprising cuts, trades, and…

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Aaron Nagler of Cheesehead TV Joins the Big Show! Packers preseason & camp storylines, Len Dawson, Seahawks QBs 36:21

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It's a B/R reunion: @AaronNagler of Cheesehead TV talks Jordan Love, WRs, & the dreaded #Packers special teams! We also remember, well, *not remembering* Len Dawson, and the Seahawks' quarterback quagmire.By Michael Schottey

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Key Takeaways from Preseason Week 1 - Deshaun Watson, Patriots offense, young QBs, Cowboys 43:44

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ACTUAL #NFL FOOTBALL got played this weekend, and @TwitterSpaces played host to the crew's Key Takeaways from the first full slate of preseason action. We talk Deshaun Watson's "apology," the Patriots splitting reps at offensive coordinator (?!), quarterbacks looking good (Jared Goff, Trey Lance, Malik Willis, Mitchell Trubisky, Kenny Pickett) and …

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Jeremy Reisman of Pride of Detroit joins the Big Show! Detroit Lions, Hard Knocks, Dan Campbell 37:20

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The Lions' first "Hard Knocks" ep knocked it out of the park; @DetroitOnlion joined us to break down the best moments, give insight on what's happening in Allen Park, and tell us what the cameras haven't shown so far. The crew gives their own reactions to the show, and talk about what it must be like to be a veteran free agent just vibing and waiti…

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Key Takeaways - Justin Tucker extension, J.K. Dobbins activation, Hall of Fame Game 14:59

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We had real football this weekend...except, we didn't. The crew didn't think we could take anything "key" away from Raiders/Jags--so instead we talked Ravens K Justin Tucker's new four-year, $24M extension, the Ravens activating RB J.K. Dobbins, and the impact of injuries felt over the weekend and through Monday.…

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Charles Robinson of Yahoo joins the Big Show! Deshaun Watson, Goodell, Browns - Three And Out Podcast 41:44

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Big news on the Deshaun Watson suspension--and @CharlesRobinson, who broke it, joined the Big Show! We talked Sue L. Robinson's bombshell to the NFL, where the process goes from here, what it means for Roger Goodell, Jimmy Haslam, and the Browns. We also talked Kyler Murray, the Hall of Fame Game, Jaguars, Raiders, and the Jon Gruden lawsuit. Check…

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Deshaun Watson suspension Emergency Key Takeaways: Only six games?! NFL & Browns look terrible 13:06

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Deshaun Watson's meager six-game suspension is a terrible look for the NFL. Will the Cleveland Browns QB really get off that light on dozens of sexual assault allegations, or will the NFL appeal to Commissioner Roger Goodell?By Michael Schottey

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Luke Easterling of Bucs Wire joins the Big Show! Ryan Jensen, Julio Jones, NFL Training Camp 1:01:40

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We already wanted @LukeEasterling on to tell us about Bucs camp: Julio Jones joining the squad, Leonard Fournette's conditioning, etc.--but also we got his take on what the injury to center Ryan Jennings means for this season. The crew talks Mike McDaniel's Tua coachspeak, Kyler Murray's work-ethic presser, and Matt Patricia as the official unoffic…

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Key Takeaways: Mike Sando's NFL Quarterback Tiers - Where should Lamar Jackson rank? 36:58

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Friend of the Show @SandoNFL released his annual QB Tiers piece at The Athletic, and the crew had to discuss the rankings and comments made for Aaron Rodgers, Pat Mahomes, Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa and much more.By Michael Schottey

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Jeff Risdon of Browns & Lions Wire joins the Big Show! Jimmy G, Lions Hopes, Kyler Murray Extension 54:17

3y ago54:17

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We got @JeffRisdon of Browns Wire & Lions Wire to explain the Jimmy G talk, break down the Lions' hopes for a surprise season, and more! The crew also talked the Kyler Murray extension with the Cardinals, what it means for Lamar Jackson and the rest of the QB market, and whether the Browns really can roll with Jacoby Brissett if Deshaun Watson is s…

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Resse Waters of 980 AM joins the Big Show! Washington Commanders, Dan Snyder, NFL DC United 35:42

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Nobody's smarter OR funnier about D.C. sports than @reesewaters, & NFL Yacht Summer's the perfect time to talk Dan Snyder, Commanders, and everything else sports in our nation's capital (and beyond). We also got in our takes on Snyder, as well as N'Keal Harry finally getting traded away from the Patriots (and to the WR-hungriest team in football).…

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Key Takeaways: FMIA rules changes, Black women in the NFL, Zach Wilson, Acrisure Stadium 49:58

3y ago49:58

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We debate NFL rules changes by @peter_king readers, plus talk Condi Rice & Sandra Douglass Morgan, Zach Wilson's pecadilloes, and the Steelers' renamed "Acrisure Stadium."By Michael Schottey

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Jane McManus of Deadspin joins the Big Show! Women in sports, Baker to Panthers, lots more 49:53

3y ago49:53

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Reproductive freedom is no longer guaranteed; @janesports breaks down Dobbs v Jackon's impact to sports & sports media. Also, the crew reacts to Baker Mayfield FINALLY getting traded to Carolina, and the Dallas Cowboys naming Black Rifle Coffee Company their new official coffee the day after a holiday weekend marred by mass shootings.…

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KC Joyner of The Athletic Fantasy joins the Big Show: Deshaun Watson, Zero RB, WR Situations 50:57

3y ago50:57

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Fantasy drafts are almost here, and @KCJoynerTFS is here to help! We talk Deshaun Watson dynasty implications, WRs in new situations, and the future of the Zero RB strategy with. The crew also discusses Terry McLaurin's extension with the Washington Commanders, Joe Burrow's re-share of a pro-choice Instagram meme, and more receiver talk!…

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Mina Kimes of ESPN joins the Big Show! Roger Goodell defending Dan Snyder before Congress, Pete Carroll, Rob Gronkowski, etc. 32:21

3y ago32:21

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Is there anyone you'd rather listen to on Roger Goodell, Dan Snyder, and Congress than @minakimes? US NEITHER, so we asked her to break down today's proceedings--as well as Gronk's second """retirement,""" Pete Carroll, and so much more! The crew also expounded on Gronk stuff, WFT stuff, and what happens when your favorite baseball team asks you to…

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Jarrett Bailey (Sports Illustrated, The 33rd Team) joins the Big Show! Minkah Fitzpatrick, Spanos Drama, lots more 46:51

3y ago46:51

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We were lucky to get @JBaileyNFL on right after some big-time Steelers news! We picked his brain on the Minkah Fitzpatrick extension, Spanos family drama, and lots lots more.By Michael Schottey

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A.J. Perez (Front Office Sports) joins the Big Show: Broncos sale, Deshaun Watson scandal, future of watching NFL 50:46

3y ago50:46

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We were lucky to snag @byajperez when the Broncos just sold, more allegations against Deshaun Watson just dropped, and Silicon Valley looks ready to change the NFL media landscape.gmantha Bunten and Michael Schottey also debated which NFL team will sell next, which NFL team they'd buy if they had Walmart money, and what the latest developments in t…

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Denver Broncos sold to Rob Walton? Key Takeaways from Forbes report 26:59

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The Broncos, per @MikeOzanian, will be sold to Walmart's Rob Walton. Is it true--and if so, what does it mean? The crew breaks it all down on this week's Key Takeaways!By Michael Schottey

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David Fucillo (SB Nation, DraftKings) joins the Big Show: NFL betting, media trends, 49ers 44:20

3y ago44:20

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Vox Media's @davidfucillo joined us to talk the future of sports betting (and sports gambling analysis), plus his beloved 49ers and old-school blogger feuds. The crew also broke down Aaron Donald's contract drama, if Cam Newton joining the Seattle Seahawks make sense, and why the Washington Commanders are proposing such a tiny new stadium.…

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Vinny Bonsignore joins the Big Show! Colin Kaepernick & Raiders, Kyler, Bieniemy/Reid 46:35

3y ago46:35

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@VinnyBonsignore breaks down Colin Kaepernick's workout with the Las Vegas Raiders--what's next, and what does it mean? The Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter & Raider Nation Radio host also talked Josh McDaniels, Derek Carr, and whether this team is prepared to contend in the super-tough AFC West. The crew also talks Kyler Murray's potential new ex…

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Dan Snyder on the outs, Nick Foles to the Colts, the Pats in disarray? KEY TAKEAWAYS! 25:02

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The Three & Out crew gathered once again to break down all the latest NFL news and tell you what you need to know about it. Will the NFL owners finally kick Dan Snyder out of their organization? Bill Belichick and the Patriots seem to be trying to run a positionless coaching staff--can that work? And Nick Foles signs with the Colts; could he push M…

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Matt Miller, ESPN NFL Draft expert, joins the Big Show! 53:49

3y ago53:49

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We were lucky to chat with @nfldraftscout on surprise picks he's warming up to, 2023 QB prospects, and maybe a lottery?? Plus we wrap up Over/Under/Push with the NFC West, and talk about what James Bradberry getting cut from the Giants and signing with the Eagles means for the teams, the NFC East division, and the salary cap.…

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NFC season win totals: Over, Under, or Push? 1:17:33

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We ran down NFC win-total futures LIVE on #TwitterSpaces, arguing over, under, or push for each one! We also got a little Drew Brees comeback talk in there.By Michael Schottey

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Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders, plus NFC West win totals: Over, Under, or Push? 45:10

3y ago45:10

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It's always awesome to talk football with Football Outsiders' @MikeTanier, and we talked about lots more than the #NFLschedule with him. Plus, the crew finished their game of "Over, Under, or Push?" on AFC win-total odds with the AFC West!By Michael Schottey

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AFC season win totals: Over, under, or push? 1:04:09

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We ran down win-total futures LIVE on #TwitterSpaces, arguing over, under, or push for each one. @JBaileyNFL joined from the audience with expert AFC North perspective!By Michael Schottey

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Gary Gramling, Senior Editor at SI & The MMQB, talks Hue Jackson on the Big Show! 1:05:29

3y ago1:05:29

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@GGramling_SI took us deep into his & @ConorOrr's reporting on Hue Jackson's tanking and discrimination case--and the NFL's clearing of the #Browns. Of course, Samantha also had plenty of thoughts, as did Schottey and Ty. We also broke down rookie/veteran QB battles, and the teams we can't wait to see strap on pads and helmets!…

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DRAFTSMAS EVE Big Show with Dan Hatman of The Scouting Academy! 49:30

3y ago49:30

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Merry Draftsmas, everyone! @Dan_Hatman joined us to explain draft trends, props, surprises, and more! Plus, #Jaguars divination, chaos-goblin mock draft scenarios, and all the ways an NFL Draft in Las Vegas could go horribly, beautifully wrong.By Michael Schottey