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Mar 2025
1h 47m

‘Would You Rather’ NBA Player Debates, M...

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Russillo starts with another edition of Tales From the Couch following OKC’s win in Boston (0:45). Then, Ceruti comes on to ask Ryen a series of ‘which player would you rather have’ questions (20:01). Next, Willie Colon joins the pod to debate Aaron Rodgers vs. Russell Wilson, share his favorite free agent signings thus far, and reveal his favorite offensive lineman (43:19). Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (79:00) ! Is what I’m doing considered stealing?


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Host: Ryen Russillo

Guest: Willie Colon

Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias


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