Best Matt Hyde Podcasts (2025)

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Think You Know.... The Presidents? Douglas Hyde 39:45

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7d ago39:45

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To quote the show FRIENDS, "he was the one with the moustache." Welcome to 'Think You Know... The Presidents?' a Today FM original podcast brought to you by The Last Word. Episode 1 travels back in time to 1938, when Ireland appointed its first president. But why was Douglas Hyde chosen? What happened when WWII broke out right after his inauguratio…

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Full Show 10-2-25 2:18:04

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Hour 1 - Players continue to defend Zach Orr 35:02

31m ago35:02

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Tavius Robinson was the latest example of a Ravens player coming to the defense of Zach Orr. We heard similar thoughts last year, but how much longer will they have that same confidence in their coordinator?

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Hour 2 - Whip Around: MLB Wild Card matchups set tone early for entertaining October 35:14

32m ago35:14

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Three of the Wild Card Series this week have gone the distance and the guys are loving every second of it.

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Hour 3 - Which MLB manager opening is the least attractive? 36:10

33m ago36:10

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The Orioles manager job has been considered one of the more attractive gigs available this winter. Which team is the worst destination? Surprisingly it might not be the Rockies.

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Hour 4 - How can Ravens make things easier for Cooper Rush? 31:36

35m ago31:36

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Cooper Rush has had success as a backup quarterback over the past few years If that is going to continue on Sunday the rest of the Ravens offense needs to step up.

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Hour 3: Charlie Sheen Talks Major League, Platoon & More In-Studio; NFL Week 5 Higher Register 46:49

19m ago46:49

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Actor Charlie Sheen joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new memoir and ‘AKA Charlie Sheen’ Netflix documentary, reveals why he’s a Cincinnati Reds fan despite growing up in Malibu, marvels over the singular greatness of Dodgers 2-way star Shohei Ohtani, recounts the time he bought out 2000 seats in the Angels’ outfield section to give him a better …

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Brian Wacker discusses Ravens chances without Lamar Jackson 9:19

3h ago9:19

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Lamar Jackson is expected to be out for at least a few weeks with a hamstring injury. This could not have come at a worse time for the 1-3 Ravens. What are their chances of staying afloat without the MVP?

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Stats Don't Lie: Comparing Ravens & Texans on paper 8:35

8h ago8:35

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Vinny Cerrato takes a closer look at how the Ravens and Texans match up against each other based on their stats through four weeks.

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Week 5 NFL Picks 10:32

24m ago10:32

10:32

The guys are back with an earlier edition of their college and NFL picks. Can Bob and Nolan make up any ground on Vinny?

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Marc Vandermeer offers Houston perspective on Ravens vs Texans 10:47

28m ago10:47

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The Texans are 2-11 all time against the Ravens, but this Sunday might be the best shot they've had in quite a while. Marc Vandermeer shared a Houston perspective on the matchup.

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Is there any chance John Harbaugh gets fired mid-season? 7:31

32m ago7:31

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John Harbaugh has annoyed everyone except the Ravens owner at this point, but that might be the only opinion that matters. The guys don't see any way that Harbaugh gets let go before the end of the regular season.

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Vinny Cerrato outlines keys to a Ravens win 8:41

34m ago8:41

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There haven't been many successful keys over the past few weeks, but Vinny Cerrato is back again with a new set of requirements for the Ravens to beat the Texans.

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Vinny's Film Room: Ravens have a chance to attack Texans on ground 7:51

37m ago7:51

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Vinny Cerrato has studied the Texans film and sees a defense that can be picked apart on the ground. Will this be the week that Derrick Henry gets a full workload?

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Hour 2: Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy, S.I.’s Chris Mannix’s NBA Season Preview 46:32

8m ago46:32

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Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy and Rich discuss his return from the shoulder injury that knocked him out for a few weeks to start the season, what he’s learned from future Hall of Famer Travis Kelce, if Kansas City turned a corner with their Week 4 beatdown of the Baltimore Ravens, the challenge of facing Travis Hunter and the stout Jacksonville Jaguars d…

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How Ireland's Natural World Changes Through The Seasons 13:22

2h ago13:22

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Ecologist Anja Murray has charted Ireland's constantly changing natural world in her new book 'Frog Routes, Polka Dot Newts and Other Treasures of Irish Nature'. She joins The Last Word to discuss the birds, animals and plants that people should look out for in October. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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What Happens Next with the Metrolink? 11:22

31m ago11:22

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Professor in Transportation at Trinity College Dublin Brian Caulfield and economist Colm McCarthy join Will O'Callaghan to discuss what happens now the Metrolink now it has been granted planning permission. They also discuss whether the Metrolink is the most effective project Hit Play on this page to listen now…

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The Last Word on The Environment With John Gibbons 14:25

10m ago14:25

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John Gibbons joins Will O'Callaghan to discuss the weeks biggest environmental stories . This week they discuss the death of legendary conservationist Jane Goodall, the impact rising sea levels will have on coastal housing and more. Hit Play on this page to listen now

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Hour 1: NFL Week 5’s Biggest Stakes, plus Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba 46:34

10m ago46:34

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Rich previews NFL Week 5 and lays out which players and teams have the most at stake including Browns QB Dillon Gabriel, Bengals QB Jake Browning, Raiders QB Geno Smith, Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence and others. Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rich discuss Seattle’s new-look offense after DK Metcalf’s trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers and the additi…

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Dr Paul Hill on What You Can Do To Improve Your Blood Pressure 8:28

10m ago8:28

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Ireland has one of the incidences of high blood pressure while also having some of the lowest rates of diagnosis Will O'Callaghan is joined by Consultant Cardiologist at the Mater Private Network Dr Paul Hill to discuss choices you can make to improve your blood pressure Hit Play on this page to listen now…

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Maryland AD Jim Smith views matchup against Washington as great opportunity 7:19

27m ago7:19

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The Terrapins will face their toughest challenge so far this season when they host Washington on Saturday. Athletic Director Jim Smith previewed the matchup with Vinny & Haynie.

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Harbaugh gets testy with media for asking about Lamar's injury 13:45

2h ago13:45

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John Harbaugh wasn't in the mood to discuss Lamar Jackson's status yesterday and let that frustration boil over with some snide comments to the media. Nolan McGraw is tired of the head coach's false bravado while Vinny Cerrato is chalking it up to typical Harbs.

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Think You Know The Presidents? Éamon de Valera 39:59

23m ago39:59

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Why would Éamon de Valera - rebel, revolutionary and Ireland's third president - be cancelled if he was around today? In the third episode of Think You Know...The Presidents, Lise Hand and Flor MacCarthy get to grips with some of the more questionable actions of the man referred to as the 'long fellow', and why did he seem to love dressing up so mu…

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Hour 3: Top 5 Most Disappointing NFL Teams, plus Alfonso Ribeiro In-Studio 46:26

21h ago46:26

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Rich talks a fellow Jets fan off the ledge on the heels of New York’s 0-4 start, explains why the New York Jets, Cincinnati Bengals, Miami Dolphins, Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens are on his list of the NFL’s most disappointing teams of the season so far, and debates a caller on the best fix for the league to avoid future ov…

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Jade Cargill's injury from Smackdown, what's going on with the Kabuki Warriors, preview of Crown Jewel Perth, NXT vs TNA, and much more 1:15:35

11m ago1:15:35

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O'Shea Jackson, Jr. and T.J. Jefferson discuss WWE's upcoming PLE "Crown Jewel Perth" and break down the announced card. They react to the WWE Women's Championship Triple Threat Match from Smackdown and the backlash the ending of the match caused. NCW also review's NXT's No Mercy card and the crowning of their new Men's Champion,Ricky Saints. There…

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Full Show 10-1-25 2:17:58

20m ago2:17:58

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Hour 1 - Why is Ravens defense lacking in fundamentals? 37:48

21m ago37:48

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This year's Ravens defense has been so abysmal that fans don't even recognize the brand of football being played. Vinny Cerrato says it starts with the little things and a lack of fundamentals.

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Hour 2 - Is the current MLB playoff format what's best for the sport? 33:54

10m ago33:54

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The expansion of the MLB playoffs and making the wild card round a best of three series was initially met with support from fans. A few years later there are other issues popping up with the current format.

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Hour 3 - How much will Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley regress in 2025? 35:58

11m ago35:58

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Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley are not off to the same pace they displayed a year ago. Nolan McGraw is wondering if either one will have trouble reaching 1,200 yards after being the best backs in the NFL last season.

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Hour 4 - Ryan Wilson isn't surprised to see Mike Macdonald having success in Seattle 30:16

12m ago30:16

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Ravens fans are still upset that Mike Macdonald was drawn away from the organization prior to 2024. His tenure with the Seahawks has been a success so far, but that’s hardly a surprise for Ryan Wilson. He joined the guys to talk about that and more.

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Vinny's Film Room: What led to Ravens lack of offensive momentum? 7:30

15m ago7:30

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The Ravens offense couldn't keep up with the Chiefs last Sunday and Lamar Jackson was thrown off by the delayed blitz. Vinny Cerrato says the film revealed even more issues.

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First day of MLB wild card round lived up to the hype 8:33

17m ago8:33

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Three of the four wild card games came down to the ninth inning yesterday Bob and Vinny recapped some of the biggest moments during the Whip Around.

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Ravens facing dire situation without Lamar Jackson 12:11

20m ago12:11

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The Ravens already had their backs against the wall when they fell to 1-3 on the season. Now things have become even more uneasy with Lamar Jackson sidelined for a few weeks.

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Vinny's Film Room: Ravens defense getting uglier every week 9:58

22m ago9:58

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Vinny Cerrato watched the film from the Ravens loss to the Chiefs so you don't have to relive all the misery. Unfortunately the details are just as ugly as the game was to witness live.

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Jeff Ermann discusses Maryland's measuring stick game against Washington 8:18

9m ago8:18

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Maryland took a step in the right direction with their road win over Wisconsin, but now Washington will be their toughest challenge to date. Jeff Ermann previewed the game and also dove into some unfortunate injury news for Maryland basketball.

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Cordell Woodland says everyone deserves blame for Ravens shortcomings 11:18

11m ago11:18

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Cordell Woodland joined the guys to sound off on the current state of the Ravens. He says that injuries only tell part of the story and blame deserves to be spread all around the organization.

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Will Brandon Hyde draw interest for other vacant manager jobs? 7:47

14m ago7:47

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Brandon Hyde's name has not been included in the rumor mill for any of the open manager jobs across the league. Will he get another shot to redeem himself after a mid-season exit form Baltimore?

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Hour 2: New NFL Power Rankings, Jayden Returns, plus Bears WR Rome Odunze 46:36

12m ago46:36

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Rich reacts to the return of Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels from his knee injury, reveals has brand-new NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 5, (timestamp) and offers up some valuable advice for an 11-year-old Chicago Cubs fan going to his first ever game at Wrigley Field. Bears WR Rome Odunze and Rich discuss his big 2nd-year leap in prod…

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Culture Club: Sophie White 33:31

29m ago33:31

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Novelist Sophie White joins The Last Word for the Culture Club. Sophie's latest book 'Such A Good Couple' is out now and she chats all about it, as well as her favourite music, movies, TV and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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The Last Word On Business with Brian Carey 5:53

19m ago5:53

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Business editor of the Sunday Times Brian Carey chats to Matt about the biggest business stories of the day. Today they discuss the news that Conor McGregor's stout firm is being sued by suppliers over alleged unpaid debts, David Beckham's latest business figures and why Aer Lingus is not enthusiastic about the proposed lifting of the Dublin Airpor…

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Hour 1: Browns Starting Gabriel, NFL Network’s Kurt Warner, plus Did Aaron Boone Blow It? 46:34

9m ago46:34

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Rich weighs in on the Cleveland Browns’ decision to bench Joe Flacco for rookie QB Dillon Gabriel, and reacts to Yankees manager Aaron Boone pulling starter Max Fried only to see New York’s bullpen blow a lead in their Game 1 Wild Card loss to the Boston Red Sox. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss the Browns…

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Dr Harry Barry On His Most Vulnerable Book Yet 15:27

39m ago15:27

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Matt sits down with Dr Harry Barry to discuss his most personal book yet; Beneath the Surface They discuss Dr Barry's own struggles, his time spent in Tanzania and more. Hit Play on this page to listen now.

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Unused Office Buildings & Hotel Rooms Amongst Public Money Wasted Last Year 11:40

1d ago11:40

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Matt is joined by Sinn Fein TD and Cathaoirleach of the Public Accounts Committee John Brady and Business Post Editor Danny McConnell to discuss the latest Comptroller and Auditor General report. Their report for 2024 shows that public money has been wasted across a range of areas including unused hotel rooms for Guards staffing events and vacant o…

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Low Income Families Spending One Third Of Weekly Wages To Afford A Healthy Diet 9:10

1d ago9:10

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The latest Safefood food basket research has found that low-income families are spending up to 33% of their weekly income to afford a healthy diet. Costs for a household with a teenager in it are more than 20% higher than those with children of primary school age. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, spoke to Matt on …

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Hour 3: Lamar Jackson Out Weeks Reaction, plus ‘Chad Powers’ Star Glen Pow-ell In-Studio 46:44

18m ago46:44

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Rich reacts to the news that Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury, and weighs in on Dallas Cowboy owner Jerry Jones’ latest comments about trad-ing Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. ‘Chad Powers’ star Glen Powell and producer Michael Waldron join Rich in-studio where they re-veal how the one-time …

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Hour 2: Overreaction Tuesday, Jets’ “Disaster,” plus NFL on FOX Analyst Mark Schlereth 46:35

16m ago46:35

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NFL on FOX analyst/host of ‘The Stinkin Truth’ podcast Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the big improvement for 2nd-year New England Patriots QB Drake Maye, how the New York Jets can fix their pre-snap penalties issues on offense, the return of the Kansas City Chiefs’ dormant offense and what that means for the rest of the AFC West, and what to make…

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Hour 1: Tyreek Hill Injury Reaction, Bengals’ Outlook, plus QB Guru Jordan Palmer 46:15

17m ago46:15

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Rich reacts to the devastating knee injury suffered by Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill in Miami’s Monday Night Football win over the Jets, and breaks down the Denver Broncos’ convincing 28-3 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. QB Summit founder & coach Jordan Palmer and Rich discuss the struggles of Bengals quarterback Jake Browning so far in his latest stint…

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Full Show 9-30-25 2:20:38

1h ago2:20:38

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Hour 1 - Confidence level in Cooper Rush to fill in for Lamar Jackson 39:43

1h ago39:43

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Lamar Jackson is set to miss 2-3 weeks with a hamstring injury. Can the Ravens get by with Cooper Rush being forced into the spotlight?

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Hour 2 - Whip Around: Monday Night Football double header 32:07

12h ago32:07

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The Dolphins collected their first win of the season last night, but they had to pay a hefty injury tax along the way. Meanwhile the Bengals were blown out again with their backup quarterback. Bob and Vinny discussed both of the Monday night matchups.