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Jan 2025
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Hour 2: Sam I Am

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
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Jason McCourty, David Dennis Jr., and Mike Tannenbaum discuss the biggest storylines to watch in Week 18 of the NFL season. The crew also debates whether the Vikings should consider offering Sam Darnold a long-term deal. They discuss if LeBron James vs. Steph Curry is greatest rivalry in sports. The crew chooses the quarterback under 25 years old that they would most want on their team. Evan Cohen shares his A-list of top ESPN shows to invite to a New Year's Eve party. Lastly, they debate if Saquon Barkley should play this Sunday to potentially break the NFL rushing record.

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