Episode 13: NFL Wildcard Playoff Preview
In this episode we've got a preview of the NFL wildcard playoffs, Max's thoughts on the Israel Adesanya Jan Blachowicz matchup, plus the usual Basketball and Hockey stuff.
First some quick Baseball talk (04:12) on the Lindor trade.
Owen's Football Fancave (05:57-19:02) is dedicated to the 6 wildcard matchups this week. The Bills/Colts (06:18) with Buffalo looking to break their playoff performance trend. The Seahawks/Rams rivalry matchup with some injury questions (09:01). Brady vs Bedtime in the Buccaneers/Washington Football team (11:10). The Ravens/Titans playoff rematch (13:35). Will the Saints crush the Bears? (14:59). As well as the 3rd matchup of the year between the Steelers/Browns (16:33).
Max's Combat Corner (19:03-30:28) talks about the Israel Adesanya Jan Blachowicz matchup, the opportunity cost of Whittaker and Texeira's title contention for a potential superstar.
NBA Storylines (30:29-47:05) with the Raptors being 1-6 what do they need to fix, and should they consider tanking/trading Lowry (30:31). The tragic injury of Fultz for the Magic (39:20). Beal drops 60 in a loss (40:41). Hayward's contract looking like a better and better move for the Hornets (42:20). Plus quick shoutout to Payton Pritchard for looking great so far (45:51)
Talkin' Hockey (47:06-01:04:39). Team USA's 2-0 victory over team Canada in the World Juniors, what got them the win (47:09) and was the American barrel too disrespectful? As well the NHL has now sold the naming rights of their new divisions for sponsorship money (56:44), is it a big deal, where is this trending?
