Best Chris Mannix Podcasts (2025)

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Chris Paul Sent Home! Giannis & Anthony Davis Trade Futures w/ Chris Mannix, Plus Vanderbilt HC Clark Lea 1:58:12

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Ryen is joined by Sports Illustrated senior NBA writer Chris Mannix to cover a bunch of topics, including the futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis, the Eastern Conference hierarchy, and the Clippers sending Chris Paul home. Then, he talks with Vanderbilt head football coach Clark Lea about his team’s case for the College Football Play…

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Giannis Trade Intensifies & Chris Paul's Abrupt Exit From L.A. 50:52

2d ago50:52

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Rachel Nichols and Evan Turner break down LeBron's streak of scoring over ten points in a game coming to an end before getting into the intensifying Giannis trade rumors and how the rest of the season may play out for him. We also discuss what exactly happened for the Clippers to end their reunion with Chris Paul so abruptly and why the new U.S.A. …

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Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson, It's on 56:48

2d ago56:48

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Mannix and Mora discuss the highly anticipated fight between O'Shaquie Foster and Stephen Fulton Jr. where Fulton aims to become a three-division champ , if Katie Taylor-Ronda Rousey is actually a fight that might happen, the recently announced fight between Teofimo Lopez and Shakur Stevenson set for Jan, 31., and more! Learn more about your ad cho…

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An NBA Six-Pack, Netflix’s WBD Pursuit, NFL Picks, and John Cena Finally Stops By, With Joe House and Matt Belloni 3:27:58

3d ago3:27:58

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to crack open a six-pack of NBA opinions before making their Ringer 107 picks (5:01). Then, Matt Belloni joins to talk about the impending Warner Bros. Discovery sale (01:08:26). Finally, John Cena joins the show to discuss his decision to walk away from WWE, getting his first drink with The Undertak…

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CFB Championship Weekend Preview w/ Booger McFarland, Plus Commanders LB Von Miller 1:41:58

3d ago1:41:58

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Ryen is joined by Super Bowl champion and ESPN analyst Booger McFarland for some leftover thoughts on Lane Kiffin to LSU before they preview this weekend’s college football conference title games and talk a little NFL. Then he’s joined by Commanders linebacker Von Miller to discuss his desire to be a GM, what he still wants to accomplish as a playe…

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Giannis Trade Advice, Duncan Vs. Kobe, Ohtani Vs. the Babe, the Frugal-ish Yankees, and Life After ‘First Take’ With Max Kellerman 2:36:36

5d ago2:36:36

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to talk about the struggling Clippers and Anthony Davis (3:20). Then, they give Giannis trade advice before discussing the topics Max just missed talking about (40:33). Finally, they talk about life after ‘First Take’, boxing, and much more! (01:51:13). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Max Kellerman Pro…

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Clippers Sink Deeper While the Lakers Take Off (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:48

5d ago47:48

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss what desperate moves the Clippers might make as their season slips away further, if the Lakers will add another center to pair with their thriving big 3, if the Hawks will remain patient and stick with Trae Young through this season, and what has gone wrong with the average Cavaliers this season Sponsored by:…

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The Bills’ Best Shot & the #1-Seed Bears, Plus Joel Klatt on Lane Kiffin to LSU & Fixing the CFB Playoff 2:11:12

6d ago2:11:12

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Ryen opens with his biggest takeaways from the NFL weekend, including whether this is the Bills’ best shot to win the AFC. Then, he chats with FOX CFB analyst Joel Klatt about Lane Kiffin to LSU, not believing in the SEC contenders, and his idea to fix the College Football Playoff. Next, Ryen runs through his College Football Top 12 rankings before…

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Whittaker Wows 46:56

6d ago46:56

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Mannix and Mora discuss Ben Whittaker's first round knockout win, Frazer Clarke's disappointing loss, if Terence Crawford owes Canelo Alvarez a rematch, Jake Paul's preparation for Anthony Joshua, if Robin Safar can derail plans for a Gilberto Ramirez-David Benavidez fight and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Rejuvenated Cowboys, Most Desperate NFL Teams, Lane Kiffin’s LSU Move, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal, Todd McShay, and Van Lathan 2:05:01

7d ago2:05:01

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Broncos’ OT win against the Commanders to recap Week 13 of the NFL season (2:45). Then, they discuss the teams with the most depressed fan bases before guessing the lines and Parent Corner (25:14). Finally, Todd McShay and Van Lathan joins the pod to react to Lane Kiffin leaving Ole …

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Canelo's Revenge 57:04

9d ago57:04

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Mannix and Mora discuss Canelo publicly expressing interest in a rematch with Terence Crawford, Devin Haney's options, a Bam-Inoue showdown, if Ben Whittaker has world level talent and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Mannix

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Russillo on the Road: London Travelogue 1:24:25

9d ago1:24:25

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Russillo shares day-by-day recaps from his recent trip across the pond to London, England.

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NBA Mailbag Questions & Another Ja Morant Self-Own, Plus CFB Rivalry Week w/ Stanford Steve 1:31:36

11d ago1:31:36

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Ryen opens with Ja Morant’s wild comments toward Klay Thompson and runs through the history of Ja not backing up his trash talk before Ceruti throws some NBA mailbag questions at him. Then, ESPN’s Stanford Steve stops by to preview college football rivalry week and share some great stories from being on the road for SportsCenter and GameDay. Finall…

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An NBA Scoring Boom, NFL Holiday Picks, 'Landman' Is on Fire, the Return of 'Stranger Things,' and the Future of TV With Kirk Goldsberry, Joe House, Chris Ryan, and Zoe Simmons 3:14:11

12d ago3:14:11

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is first joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss trends around the NBA, top 10 point guards, and lots more! (2:05). Then, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week before talking about their top three Thanksgiving dishes (01:18:09). After that, Chris Ryan hops on to talk Philadelphia sports and ‘Landman’ (01…

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Our Quarter Season NBA Awards (w/ Rachel Nichols) 58:34

12d ago58:34

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Klay Thompson vs. Ja Morant feud before debating our quarter season awards for the league so far including MVP, coach of the year, rookie of the year, most improved, sixth man, and more Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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Rams Class of the NFC? Shedeur’s 1st Start, Race for the #1 Pick & the Miami–Notre Dame Debate w/ Kevin Clark 2:02:16

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Ryen opens with his biggest takeaways and awards from the NFL’s Week 11 Sunday slate, including the Chiefs’ comeback, the Eagles’ issues, and Shedeur Sanders’s first start. Then, he chats with ESPN’s Kevin Clark about the Rams’ masterful rebuild, what the Vikings should do with J.J. McCarthy, the race for the NFL’s No. 1 pick, and whether Notre Dam…

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The Frisky Cowboys, the Next Stafford, KC’s Houdini Act, an NFL Thanks Session, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:39:52

14d ago1:39:52

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to recap Week 12 before giving thanks for various things around the NFL (2:15). Then, they guess the lines for Week 13 before ending with Parent Corner (01:09:10). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Michelob ULTRA Courtside could get you closer to the gam…

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Statement Season 45:20

14d ago45:20

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Mannix and Mora discuss Saturday night's championship fights in Riyadh, from Abdullah Mason's competitive win over Sam Noakes, Bam Rodriguez's dominant knockout of Puma Martinez, Devin Haney cruising to victory over Brian Norman Jr. and David Benavidez blowing out ex-title challenger Anthony Yarde. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

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How Paul-AJ Happened (with Eddie Hearn) 21:51

16d ago21:51

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Mannix is joined by Matchroom's Eddie Hearn who reveals how the fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul came together, why he thinks Paul took it, plans for AJ in 2026 and how close a Tyson Fury fight is. Plus what's next for Conor Benn, the latest on Vergil Ortiz-Boots Ennis, Bam Rodriguez's future and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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AD & LaMelo Involved In Very Different Trade Rumors (w/ Evan Turner) 53:43

16d ago53:43

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how the Sacramento Kings have given up sixteen games into the season and what they should do with some talented roster pieces. We also get Evan's take on the red hot Raptors, how the Clippers continue to underperform in every way, if Anthony Davis could be shopped following his return from injury, and if LaMe…

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Inside Ring IV (with Dean Campos) 58:39

16d ago58:39

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No Sergio this week so his longtime trainer, Dean Campos, takes the chair. Mannix and Campos talk Anthony Joshua finalizing a showdown with Jake Paul before diving into Saturday's packed Ring IV card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Mannix

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The Rockets' Rise and NBA League Pass Rankings With Zach Lowe, Plus Week 12 NFL Picks With Joe House 2:38:13

17d ago2:38:13

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to have an NBA League Pass draft of the most fun teams to watch (2:19). Then, Joe House joins the pod to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (02:01:30). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Zach Lowe and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by Apple Watch. Fi…

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Big Cat Pitches Ryen Barstool Stunt Ideas, a CFB Playoff Team Draft & the Most Impressive NFL Team Résumés 1:19:24

17d ago1:19:24

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Ryen is joined by Big Cat to talk about the Barstool experience so far before they draft potential CFB Playoff teams and rank the top four NFL teams using CFB-style criteria. Then, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice, including whether to take a fun job that pays less and a friend group being divided because of College Fo…

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Why Money Doesn’t Fix College Football, NFL QB/NBA Star Player Comps, & Texas Tech Coach Joey McGuire 1:50:50

18d ago1:50:50

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Ryen opens with the Big Ten’s reported deal with private equity and why it’s insane that college football programs think money will fix their problems. Then, he chats with Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire about being ranked No. 5 in the latest CFB Playoff rankings, how Tech was built into a real contender, and more. Next, he and Ceruti give their…

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The Raptors Rebuild Is Working & Ja Morant Trade Candidates (w/ Rachel Nichols) 43:15

18d ago43:15

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the surprising Toronto Raptors finally putting it together after years of moves following the departure of Kawhi Leonard, what moves are left for the Pelicans this season after the firing of head coach Willie Green, and what teams should think about trading for Ja Morant as the situation continues to worse…

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The Mailbag Makes a Dramatic Return 1:29:19

19d ago1:29:19

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons opens up the mailbag to answer various questions from the listeners (2:14). Host: Bill Simmons Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Get Gameday Deals all season long only on Uber Eats. Order Now. This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don’t settle for just any insurance when there’s State Farm. The Ringer is commi…

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It’s Jake vs. Joshua 42:33

20d ago42:33

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Mannix and The Telegraph’s Gareth A. Davies talk the announced fight between former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul, criticism of AJ for taking it, how much respect Paul should get and how the fight plays out. Plus fallout from Conor Benn’s dominant win over Chris Eubank Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…

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Are the Chiefs Done? Eagles Hate & the Shedeur Army w/ Willie Colon | Plus Ryen’s CFB Top 12 1:39:55

20d ago1:39:55

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Ryen opens with whether he’s ready to give up on the Chiefs, why he might hate the Eagles, and his biggest takeaways from the NFL Sunday slate. Then he chats with Super Bowl champ Willie Colon about the Shedeur Sanders Army, the state of offensive line play, and memories of his friend and teammate Nick Mangold. Next, Ryen reveals his College Footba…

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Philly’s Dominant D, Shaky Mahomes, Shakier Darnold, Shakiest Goff, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal 1:29:56

21d ago1:29:56

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Eagles take down the Lions to recap Week 11 of the NFL season (1:53). Then, they guess the lines for Week 12 before ending with a special Parent Corner remembering Cleto Escobedo III (01:01:44). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Michelob …

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Benn's Revenge 34:58

21d ago34:58

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Mannix and Mora discuss Conor Benn's one-sided win over Chris Eubank Jr., why Sergio believes Eubank's weight was the key factor, why Mannix believes Benn proved he is on another level, if the rivalry is completed, what could be next for both and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…