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We discuss the concept of a role player: Offense vs defense concepts, the negative vs positive uses of the term, great complementary players and whether the concept makes sense in the first place. Plus, updates on the Knicks and Nuggets big games from this past week. Use code THI ... Show More

We discuss the extremes of Luka Doncic and massive production vs. value, weird fit and building around negative defenders vs. 2-way players. Plus, the fallout from the Celtics big week and the Spurs-Pistons showdown. Cody’s Jalen Duren and Jaylen Brown hot takes. 

The trade deadline changed a few rosters in the East – we discuss James Harden's move to Cleveland, and where that leaves them next to the Celtics, Pistons and Knicks. Also, the All-Star game was fun again, and why Ben wants a 1-on-1 tournament to replace the dunk contest. Suppor ... Show More

<p>Okay, there&#39;s some chat about eating between tournament games, Ted Lasso, and even Band of Brothers! What? Exactly! You simply have to listen!</p> 

In this episode we kick start with great round off of the group stages football that we have witnessed some great surprises and football from some "underdog's" teams ,goals from the big name's of the beautiful game as well as discussions of the round off 16 fixtures...Thanks so m ... Show More

<p>As the dust still settles on Jürgen Klopp's surprise announcement last week, one listener had a big question for us today: just how important are managers? Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim debate whether the media overstate their importance in football.</p><br><p>Elsewhere, Jim wis ... Show More

<p>Should FA Cup underdogs be allowed to choose whether they play at home or away? Marcus Speller thinks so. Today he, Luke and Jim discuss the one change they would each make to improve the world’s oldest cup competition.</p><br><p>Speaking of making improvements, Jim also makes ... Show More

(01:00) - Welcome and Chris' Draft Thoughts. (23:00) - Ryan McGee and Chris Recap 2021 NFL Draft. Green Light Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/user/951jyryv2nu6l4iqz9p81him9?si=17c560d10ff04a9b Spotify Layup Line: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1olmCMKGMEyWwOKaT1Aah3?si ... Show More

(01:05) - Welcome, Layup Line, Good, Bad and Ugly from the Week and Trainspotting Movie Review. (27:52) - NFL & Race-Norming Controversy. (44:20) - Scott Van Pelt on Coach K's Retirement, Maryland's Rivalries, Golf and SportsCenter with SVP. (1:50:35) - Mailbag: Old Age and Littl ... Show More

(01:47) - Hello and College Stories. (15:31) - Layup Line: The Lox and Dipset. (26:52) - Giannis and the Tinkle. (44:04) - Reid Roulette: Richard Sherman, NFL Sack Leaders and Reggie Bush Documentary. (59:00) - Pat Maroon on 3-Peating the Stanley Cup, Boat Parades, Beer at the Pr ... Show More

Want more college hoops insight and bracket advice? Download and follow the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else you listen to podcasts.  Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander break down the entire bracket. Eye on College Basketball is availab ... Show More

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<p>We've got a slightly different episode of Upfront to round off the year as Flo, Rachel and Chloe sit down for a conversation about sexuality, openness and acceptance within women's football.</p><br><p>The game has always been a safe space of inclusivity and acceptance for thos ... Show More