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- Yesterday46 min
Hour 2: Is Lamar Jackson still on the same tier as Josh Allen?
First Take resumes as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens have a major decision to make on Sunday. The Ravens have not yet made a decision on whether Lamar will be able to play against the Bills or not but they might not have much more time to wait if Lamar can't go. Sitting at 4-3 and last in the AFC North, does Lamar have to play? Then another division matchup takes place on Sunday between the Lions and the Vikings. Even at 6-0 is Kyler Murray and the Vikings offense holding them back? Do we really trust a Kyler-led team to go far? Then Mad Dog tell us what he's mad about this week and no one is safe! You won't want to miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Yesterday47 min
Hour 1: Should the Colts trade Jonathan Taylor?
First Take begins with the Colts fire sale that took place yesterday. All-Pro guard, Quenton Nelson, was traded to Seattle and DeForest Buckner was reunited with his old 49er teammates. Which move will have the bigger impact on their new team? Do the Colts now look to trading Jonathan Taylor? Next the Brewers are on the brink of their first championship in franchise history. Jacob Misiorowski takes the mound tonight as they hold a 3-1 series lead. Will the MLB season end tonight or can the Rays get this series to game six? Then Jerry Jones said the Cowboys can still win it all with some defensive progress of course. Wait till you hear what Stephen A. has to say about that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago46 min
Hour 2: Are the Cowboys the best team in the NFC East??
First Take resumes as Chris Canty, co-host of UnSportsmanLike on ESPN2, joins the show to break down the Cowboys big win over the Eagles. Did that win put the Cowboys in the driver's seat to win the NFC East? Next after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo in the offseason the Miami Heat have started the season 0-4. Bam Adebayo went after the media for making him the "scapegoat" yet he has not played well this season. Was he fair to blame the media or is there some truth in pointing out his struggles? Then breaking news as Kawhi Leonard is set to miss multiple weeks due to knee swelling. What will Kawhi's legacy look like at the end of his career? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago47 min
Hour 1: What did we learn about the Cowboys after last night's win??
First Take begins with the Cowboys dismantling of the Philadelphia Eagles yesterday. The Cowboys offense seemed to finally wake up dropping 38 points. Was this a product of going against a depleted Eagles team or was this a sign of more to come for Dallas? Next the WNBA Finals are about to wrap up as the Golden State Valkyries took a 3-2 series lead with their win last night. Can Angel Reese and company push this series to a game seven or are the Valkyries going to win the WNBA championship in just their second year? Then the AFC North has quietly become one of the best divisions in the NFL as the Browns, Steelers and Bengals all sit with only two losses. Which team is going to come out on top? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago45 min
Hour 2: Is the Cowboys season on the line tonight??
First Take resumes as Michael Irvin joins the show to preview the Monday night football matchup between the Cowboys and the Eagles. Facing an injured and struggling Eagles team, is this a must win for the Cowboys to save their season? Next Texas football was able to get back on track after a big win against number seven ranked Ole Miss. Did Arch Manning play well enough to silence his critics for now? Then with the Chiefs and 49ers going down this week that leaves only one unbeaten team left in the NFL, the Minnesota Vikings. Even with being 6-0 is the Vikings offense holding them back from a deep playoff run? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago48 min
Hour 1: Is the bigger story from last night the Chiefs struggles or the Seahawks Dominance?
First Take begins in Seattle as the Seahawks took down the undefeated Chiefs and held Kenneth Walker and their offense in check all game. Is this a turning point for Seattle this season? Next the Giants went on the road and won against the Texans to move to 4-2-1 on the season. Are the Giants in the driver's seat in the NFC East? Can JJ McCarthy really lead the Giants to the playoffs? Then the Ravens got blown out by the Bengals as Lamar did not play again. They now sit at the bottom of the AFC North. What is the biggest problem with the Ravens right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago46 min
Hour 2: Who will win the NFC North?
First Take resumes as we have a battle in the North on Sunday. The Lions and the Packers face off as both teams try to keep pace with the Bears and Vikings. Which team is going to come out on top of the NFC North? Next Texas head coach, Steve Sarkisian, called Arch Manning "edgy" this past week with how the media and fans have been talking about his play. Sark acknowledged that they needed more from Arch but still believes in him. Will Arch be able to turn it around on Saturday against Ole Miss? Then getting in the Halloween spirit, Marcus Spears gives his scariest teams in the NFL. You won't want to miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago49 min
Hour 1: How dangerous does Caleb Williams make the Bears?
First Take begins as the Chicago Bears took down the New England Patriots last night. Caleb Williams and Luther Burden III balled out as the offense shined once again. How dangerous is this Bears offense at full health? Next the 76ers mounted a historic comeback against the Cavaliers in LeBron's first game in Philly. The Sixers came all the way back from down 29 to win. Does that say more about the Sixers or the Cavs? Then the Ravens have yet to say who is starting this week between Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley. If Lamar returns how should the Bengals defend the Ravens offense? How much fear does Lamar Jackson impose as a QB? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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