Best Todd Blackledge Podcasts (2025)

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Deion Sanders Feeling The Pressure! SHUTS DOWN Colorado Media Access + Todd Blackledge | 48:37

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Today on "Don't@ME", Ever since Deion Sanders showed up in Boulder, the Colorado football program has been living under the bright lights. But now sitting at 3–6 after getting smacked around two weeks in a row, the Buffs have decided to shut it down. No players. No assistants. No media access. Plus, NBC Sports “Big Ten Saturday Night” Analyst, Todd…

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Gary Danielson and the Craft of Calling the Game 27:15

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Gary Danielson loves to compete. And like all elite competitors, what is never seen, or heard is the how they talk to themselves when all else is quiet. When doubters show up, they remind themselves they are playing a completely different game. Rather, an infinite one. That’s Gary. For decades we have heard his voice: coaching viewers and celebrati…

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Liberals Melt Down Over Pat McAfee Interviewing President Trump On ESPN + Ryan Hollins | 1:04:25

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Today on "Don't@ME", Oh boy! The liberals are losing their minds because Pat McAfee had President Trump on his show! Pat’s doing what real media should do talking to everybody, but you already know that was going to upset the usual suspects. Plus, NBA Analyst, Ryan Hollins shares his thoughts on the Mavs firing Nico Harrison, changes to the NBA All…

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Bill Belichick’s Girlfriend Jordan Hudson Takes Shot At Pablo Torre + Dan Zaksheske & Fran Fraschilla | 1:03:45

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Today on "Don't@ME", Bill Belichick is starting to turn things around in Chapel Hill. After starting the season 2-5, the Tar Heels have won their last 2 games against ACC opponents. On top of that, Belichick’s girlfriend was throwing some SHADE at little woke loser Pablo Torre while on the sidelines this past weekend. Plus, ESPN College Basketball …

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Stephen A. Smith Takes Credit For WOKE & Diverse Pipeline At ESPN + Armando Salguero | 58:00

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Today on "Don't@ME", Stephen A is saying the quiet part out loud. He says he’s “incredibly proud” of how First Take has become a diverse “pipeline” of talent — black folks, white folks, women, the list goes on. Plus, OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero with the latest headline around the NFL. Which HC's seat is the hottest, what's going on …

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Pat McAfee Can’t Save ESPN From This Disaster + Shot Clock Violation | 1:07:15

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Today on "Don't@ME", McAfee goes off on ESPN talent over YouTube TV/ESPN dispute and Penn Entertainment and ESPN are ending their deal. Which means RIP ESPN BET. Plus, Shot Clock Violation, with Danny Z and Hammer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Football and Fatherhood: Lessons from Locker Rooms to Living Rooms 31:22

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For two seasons now, I’ve shared a broadcast booth with Guy Haberman—a voice built for Saturdays and a friend built for life. This week on Y-Option, fueled by our founding sponsor 76 — keeping you on the GO-GO-GO so you never miss a beat, I sat down with Guy for one last conversation before his world changes forever. In a few weeks, he and his wife…

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Angel City FC Player ATTACKED By WOKE MOB For Defending Women’s Sports + Michele Tafoya & Marc Silverman | 1:10:03

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Today on "Don't@ME", Angel City FC captains bash Elizabeth Edy for her op-ed and Todd McShay raises valid point about how ESPN treats former employees. Plus, Host “The Michele Tafoya Podcast”, Michele Tafoya on which gets a resolution quicker: The gov’t shutdown or the Disney/YT TV carriage dispute and thoughts on Angel City FC players bashing thei…

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Stephen A. Smith Plays Race Card After Dolphins GM Firing + Josh Pastner | 1:04:05

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Today on "Don't@ME", Stop me if you’ve heard this one before, but Stephen A. Smith is playing the race card…agian! and we’re not even a month into the NBA season, and the Memphis Grizzlies have already suspended Ja Morant for conduct detrimental to the team. Plus, UNLV Basketball Head Coach, Josh Pastner joins Dan to discuss his first season as UNL…

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ESPN’s Ryan Clark BLASTS Gov. Landry Over Charlie Kirk Comments + Dan Zaksheske, Jason Hammer & Joe Kinsey | 1:05:24

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Today on "Don't@ME", Woke Ryan Clark takes a dig at Gov. Landry and Charlie Kirk on First Take and friend of the show, Charles Barkley, UNLOADED on the current crop of NBA players - labels today’s stars “UNCOACHABLE” and “BUMS” because they can’t handle any form of constructive criticism by coaches. Plus, Shot Clock Violation with Danny Z and Hamme…

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Michael Jordan SLAMS NBA Load Management + 1:30:14

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Dan's been yelling about this for years! Load management is one of the dumbest concepts, and it has hurt the modern NBA’s image almost more than anything. Michael Jordan sat down with Mike Tirico and shared his insight on why load management wasn’t even a thought for the era of 80s and 90s stars. Plus, Legendary former Syracuse Head Coach Jim Boehe…

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ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins Doubles Down On Ridiculous Ja Morant Comments + Kevin Harlan | 1:26:59

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Today on "Don't@ME", Dan starts today off with a little beef. We’ve got Kendrick Perkins firing shots again! This time at Ja Morant. The ESPN “Analyst” is out here claiming he’s a big reason why Ja is a superstar in the league. And you already know Ja wasn’t going to sit quietly. Plus, Broadcasting Legend, Kevin Harlan shares his thoughts on the re…

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Jared Goff: The Process of Perspective 49:28

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Every quarterback can be guaranteed one thing in their football life—that the path they envision will NOT go as planned. For Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions nothing could be more spot on. The former Cal Bear, #1 overall NFL Draft pick and Los Angeles Rams QB joined Rhett Lewis and myself on THE PROCESS, a limited series within Y-Option fueled by 76…

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MLB Covers Up, NBA Cleans Up: The Truth About Shohei Ohtani & NBA Gambling Scandals + Trey Wallace | 1:14:03

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Today on "Don't@ME", 18 Innings! Game 3 of the World Series was bonkers, Shohei Ohtani gambling series faces hurdles as execs fear jeopardizing MLB relationship and Friend of the show, Craig Carton, believes it’s NECESSARY for ESPN to divest from ESPN BET “IMMEDIATELY” in the wake of the Terry Rozier point shaving scandal that has ROCKED the NBA la…

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NBA Gambling Scandal Latest: Adam Silver Has Lost Control of the League + Michael Franzese | 1:01:57

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Today on "Don't@ME", The NBA is a rudderless ship under Commissioner Adam Silver! This isn’t business as usual. And now we see a huge FBI investigation involving a sitting head coach, a player, former players involved in alleged gambling rings and prop-bet manipulation and LSU fires Brian Kelly after shocking weekend in Baton Rouge. Plus, Former Ca…

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INSANE TAKE! ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith Blames President Trump for NBA Gambling Scandal + Art Schlichter, Dan Zaksheske & Jason Hammer, Randy Cross, Joe Kinsey | 1:29:45

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Today on "Don't@ME", Stephen A. points a finger at Trump for NBA gambling scandal and Woody Johnson shreds Justin Fields at NFL owners meeting. Plus, Art Schlichter on his fall from football and the cost of gambling. 3x Super Bowl Champion, Randy Cross joins Dan to discuss the UCLA's chances against the Hoosiers and thoughts on the NBA gambling sto…

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FBI ARRESTS NBA’s Chauncey Billups And Terry Rozier Over Alleged Gambling Ring + Trey Wallace & Steve Tasker | 1:38:35

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Today on "Don't@ME", Portland Trail Blazers HEAD COACH Chauncey Billups and NBA player Terry Rozier have been ARRESTED by the FBI for their participation in an illegal gambling ring and the NCAA approved a rule change permitting athletes and athletic department staff to wager on professional sports. Plus, OutKick National College Sports Reporter, T…

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Luke Falk: The Playbook Between the Ears 49:08

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There’s a golf course in Pullman where dreams tend to get spoken into existence.That’s where a young Luke Falk once told his dad, “I want to do what Wayne Dyer does. I want to write books, speak, and help people live to their full potential.” He hadn’t even started a full season yet. Today’s guest on Y-Option, fueled by 76 — keeping you on the GO G…

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Pat McAfee Calls Out ESPN’s College GameDay Producers + Lou Holtz & Chris Broussard | 1:45:01

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Today on "Don't@ME", McAfee talking about the old white guys at ESPN hating him, the dreaded "Vot of Confidence" to save Auburn HC Hugh Freeze and Plus, College Football Hall of Fame Coach, Coach LouHoltz shares his thoughts on who's the best team in the Big Ten & country right now Ohio St or Indiana and is this a one and done season for Bill Belic…

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Stephen A. Smith BLASTS Lebron James’ “DOUBLE STANDARDS”+ NFL Broadcaster Charles Davis & 1:40:37

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Today on "Don't@ME", Stephen A. shreds LeBron, Sean Payton takes jab at NYG backup QB Russell and the Kamala book tour continues. Plus, CBS Sports NFL Analyst, Charles Davis on Cam Ward continuing to struggle with the Titans and how Titans organization ensure they give him the help he needs across the board and how have the 49ers continued to win a…

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Paul Finebaum Melts Down Over Curt Cignetti’s New Massive Indiana Contract Dan Zaksheske, Jason Hammer, Joe Kinsey, & Terann Hilow | 1:37:19

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Paul Finebaum Melts Down Over Curt Cignetti’s New Massive Indiana Contract + Dan Zaksheske, Jason Hammer, Joe Kinsey, & Terann Hilow | Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Barkley GOES OFF on NCAA: Letting Athletes Bet Is INSANE + Armando Salguero & Tim Brando | 1:39:45

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Barkley GOES OFF on NCAA: Letting Athletes Bet Is INSANE + Armando Salguero & Tim Brando join the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Stephen A. Smith UNDER ASSAULT Over Jasmine Crockett Criticism + Bobby Carpenter & Todd McShay | 1:42:48

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Stephen A. Smith UNDER ASSAULT Over Jasmine Crockett Criticism + Bobby Carpenter & Todd McShay join the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Mid Season Reality Check 1:00:19

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Mid-October feels like a mirror. Half the season gone, and suddenly every program is staring back at itself asking: Who are we, really? This week on Y-Option, fueled by our founding sponsor, 76® - keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, Jim Thornby and I sat down to take stock of a college football season spinning faster than ever — c…

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Paul Finebaum Takes Shots at Curt Cignetti: Indiana Fans FIRE BACK! + Jay Gruden & Jonathan Hutton | 1:39:54

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Paul Finebaum Takes Shots at Curt Cignetti: Indiana Fans FIRE BACK! + Jay Gruden & Jonathan Hutton join the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Nick Saban Throws Shade: Big Ten’s Money Game Is Killing the SEC + Trey Wallace & Dan Z | 1:39:18

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Nick Saban Throws Shade: Big Ten’s Money Game Is Killing the SEC + Trey Wallace & Dan Z joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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(Bonus Content) - University of Arkansas MBB Head Coach - John Calipari | 42:37

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Dan is joined by John Calipari to discuss the future of MBB in the era on NIL and thoughts on the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Cleveland Browns NEED to Start Shedeur Sanders + Armando Salguero | 1:41:55

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Today on "Don't@ME", Free Shedeur Sanders, James Franklin HOT SEAT, TSWIFT Super Bowl show, WNBA to OnlyFans model. Plus, OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero shares his thoughts on the Browns trading Joe Flacco to the Bengals, Jonathan Gannon fined $100K for sideline interaction with Emari Demarcado and is it time stick a fork in the Ravens…

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Cardinals’ Jonathan Gannon Apologizes for Coaching Hard + Michele Tafoya & Bruce Pearl | 1:42:15

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Double Down: Dan Lanning and the Daily Discipline of Growth 28:10

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Time To Pull The Plug On The Bill Belichick College Experiment + Sean McDonough & Trey Wallace | 1:42:03

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WNBA’s Leadership Crisis: Sophie Cunningham Blasts League + Dan Zaksheske, Jason Hammer & Joe Kinsey | 1:36:45

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Today on "Don't@ME", WNBA leadership collapsing, McShay calls Finebaum "Rat", NCAA sets up SNITCH LINE and Netflix facing backlash. Plus, SHOT CLOCK VIOLATION WITH DANNY Z AND HAMMER and SCREENCAPS RECAP WITH JOE KINSEY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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Shedeur Sanders MOCKS The Media + Mike Mayock & Anthony Lima | 1:40:28

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Today on "Don't@ME", Shedeur does it again, WNBA commis resigning, Congressman crushes LIBS and Finebaum vs McCarron. Plus, NFL Network Analyst, Mike Mayock shares his thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' distractions, is AJ Brown going to be able to handle not getting the ball despite the Eagles not losing a game so far and does Cam Ward have a legitimate…

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Wonderment in the Big Ten: Dave Revsine’s Story 33:07

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As a sophomore at Pitt, I met Dave Revsine and if anyone told me that we would be colleagues 20 years later I would have signed up for it. Today, that is our reality at the Big Ten Network. As a host, Dave has always been impressive. Sharp questions, elite awareness and always seeking humanity. This week on Y-Option, presented by 76 keeping you on …

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WNBA Players REVOLTING Against Commissioner Cathy Engelbert + Ben Hartsock & Armando Salguero | 1:41:36

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Today "Don't@ME", Collier goes scorched earth, Sanders unloads on Rex Ryan, Lamar Jackson coverage bias and the new "Face Of Ozempic". Plus, SiriusXM College Sports Radio Host, Ben Hartsock on the “fixes” or tweaks would you make to the 12-team playoff format right now and why do James Franklin struggles in the “Big Games” And OutKick Senior NFL Wr…

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ESPN DENIES Paul Finebaum Interview With President Trump + Josh Pate & AJ Pierzynski | 1:43:15

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Today on "Don't@ME", ESPN blocks Trump interciew, woke NFL Super Bowl halftime, Cam Ward's unhinged rant and Rory McIlroy rips fans. Plus, Host “Josh Pate’s College Football Show”. Josh Pate joins Dan to discuss Oregon's win over Penn State, Indiana's chance to get the win over Oregon and which SEC teams are frauds in terms of making the playoffs c…

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Shedeur Sanders DRAMA! Trouble in Cleveland Continues + Allison Williams & Brett McMurphy | 1:43:34

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Today on "Don't@ME", Shedeur Sanders drama, USA's Ryder Cup flop, Franklin vs top teams and WNBA epic meltdown. Plus, FOX NFL Sideline Reporter, Allison Williams shares her thoughts on CBS Sports Aditi Kinkhabwala's interview with Bears HC Ben Johnson coming out of halftime where things seemed contentious when Aditi asked about Chicago’s offensive …

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Mike Tomlin ROASTS Anthony Richardson With Savage Comment + Mike Fisher & Joe Kinsey | 1:43:46

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Today on "Don't@ME", Tomlin destroys Richardson, insane college football fans, NIL killing QB development and Israel World Cup ban? Plus, Dallas Cowboys Insider, Mike Fisher on what the scene will be like in Dallas with Micah Parsons getting set to return this Sunday and how Mike rates Brian Schottenheimer’s performance as HC so far. Learn more abo…

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"White Out" Energy with Todd Blackledge 22:53

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There are certain Saturdays that feel like they were built for college football: the lights, the noise, the choreography of a crowd that feels like it’s part of the playbook. This week’s conversation at Y-Option, presented by 76–keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat, welcomes back Todd Blackledge. On Saturday night, Todd will have th…

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Mets Gary Cohen RIPS Cubs Rookie Over Charlie Kirk Memorial + Mark Zinno, Dan Zaksheske & Jason Hammer | 1:40:32

2M ago1:40:32

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Today on "Don't@ME", Mets announcer goes WOKE, Bomani Jones RIPS Bruce Pearl, Florio claims NFL is rigged and Big Ten program in trouble. Plus, Radio Host & Betting Analyst, Mark Zinno on where the Falcons go after their 30-0 loss to the lowly Panthers and what’s the worst beat you’ve had so far this season? And SHOT CLOCK VIOLATION WITH DANNY Z AN…

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Trump’s Ryder Cup Role Couldn’t Come at a Bigger Moment + Will Cain & Matt Millen | 1:43:13

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Today on "Don't@ME", Trump's Ryder Cup impact, OK State fires Mike Gundy, Lane Kiffin's family drama and Parsons returns to Dallas. Plus, Host “The Will Cain Show”, Will Cain shares his thoughts on the way the Left has responded to the Charlie Kirk assassination and what it reveals about the current political climate or media landscape, and was the…

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Mike Wilbon SLAMS Bruce Pearl As “Divisive” + Tony Dungy & Coach Gene Chizik | 1:30:23

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Today on "Don't@ME", Wilbon on Bruce Pearl, Jimmy Kimmel back on air, failed Belichick/UNC experiment and Daniel Jones for MVP. Plus, Hall of Fame Coach, Super Bowl Champion, Tony Dungy joins Dan to discuss motivating players in a way that lasts beyond emotion, how should the league and networks handle the Tom Brady Broadcast/Owner situation and wh…

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The Fall of Dabo! Clemson’s Dynasty in Trouble + Trey Wallace & Jonathan Hutton | 1:49:59

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Today on Don't@ME, Dabo's Clemson dynasty over, Stephen A. on non-players, former Vegas HC drops bombshell and Belichick's struggles continue. Plus, OutKick Senior College Writer, Trey Wallace looks back at week 4 of the CFB seasons and what to watch for in week 5. And Co-Host of "Hot Mic" with Hutton and Withrow, Jonathan Hutton with the latest NF…

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Dan Le Batard BLASTS Disney Over Jimmy Kimmel Suspension + Danny Z, Jason Hammer & Joe Kinsey 1:38:53

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Today on Don't@ME, Dan Le Batard explodes, Jim Harbaugh is the greatest ever, Kawhi Leonard demands and Ryder Cup beef. Plus, Shot Clock Violation with Danny Z and Hammer and Screencaps Recaps with OutKick's Joe Kinsey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Outkick

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NFL Woke Debate: What Charlie Kirk Tributes Really Mean + Armando Salguero & Bobby Burack | 1:46:53

2M ago1:46:53

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Today on "Don't@ME", Is the NFL still WOKE, Katie Nolan on 'sportswashing', Tennis pro cowers to China and Kyler Murray facing scrutiny. Plus, OutKick Senior NFL Writer, Armando Salguero on the NFL's reaction to the Charlie Kirk assassination, Tom Brady being in the booth on MNF and the reports of his involvement with the Raiders game plan and how …

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ESPN Boss Says Stephen A. Smith’s Politics Are Good For Business + Tom Luginbill & Aaron Torres | 1:41:56

2M ago1:41:56

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Today on "Don't@ME", ESPN's double standard, Tom Brady's ownership drama, LeBron's failing school, Memphis coach calls out Kirby. Plus, ESPN CFB Analyst, Tom Luginbill joins Dan to discuss if time spent in JUCO should count towards player eligibility at the D1 level, how bad was the top of the 2023 high school QB class and biggest surprise after 3 …

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Jemele Hill CRUSHED following Charlie Kirk Remarks + Gary Myers & Tom Waddle | 1:41:05

2M ago1:41:05

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Today on "Don't@ME", Jemele Hill's trash take, McDaniel loser menatality, massive NFL QB injuries and Ryder Cup unique strategy. Plus, Author “Brady vs. Belichick. The Dynasty Debate”, Gary Myers joins the show to discuss his book “Brady vs. Belichick. The Dynasty Debate,”, In their 20 seasons together, Brady and Belichick made it to nine Super Bow…

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The Obstacle is the Way: Scott Barnes 1:02:33

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It’s Rivalry Week…kind of. Two of the West Coast’s fiercest rivalries take center stage: Washington–Washington State in the Apple Cup, and Oregon–Oregon State to kick off this Saturday in college football. So this week at Y-Option, we welcome Oregon State Athletics Director Scott Barnes, on behalf of our presenting sponsor, 76®, keeping you on the …

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Dan Lanning’s Powerful Message After Charlie Kirk’s Assassination + Randy Cross & Chad Withrow | 1:41:27

2M ago1:41:27

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Today on "Don't@ME", Dan Lanning on Charlie Kirk, Stephen A. crushes radical left, Brian Kelly vs the media and Shedeur turns down Ravens. Plus, 3x Super Bowl Champion, Randy Cross on the state of the UCLA program, how Kansas City can fix their offense woes and can the 49ers overcome all their injuries? And Cohost “Hot Mic With Hutton & Withrow”, C…

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Nate Burleson Points Finger at Republicans Over Charlie Kirk Shooting + Bruce Pearl, Dan Zaksheske, Jason Hammer & Joe Kinsey | 1:41:23

2M ago1:41:23

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Today on "Don't@ME', Nate Burleson on Charlie Kirk, most influential sports media, Adam Silver "Highlight Media", CFB + NFL preview and Dan has a dick guy. Chairman, US Israel Education Association, Coach Bruce Pearl joins Dan to discuss Charlie Kirk and the fight for free speech and Israeli strikes on Hamas this week. Plus, Shot Clock Violation wi…