Hour 1: Dan Le Batard Is An Insane Person

The AFC and NFC championships are here! And Football AmericaI! is here to provide a deep dive on each game. Can Jarrett Stidham rally the Denver Broncos past the evil New England Patriots? (Actually, are they still evil? And would it be a better Super Bowl if they win?) Will the 12th Man in Seattle and a stout defense be enough for the Seahawks against Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams? (What about Soup's beloved Sam Darnold? Will he be at an MVP level on the biggest stage of his career so far?) We brought the best mind of NFL predictions, Nick Kostos, on to discuss the ins and outs of an entertaining weekend of football. So sit back as National Champion Dave Dameshek and The Super Fuentes Brothers guide your dreams, harness your desires, and maybe make you some cash on this episode of Football America! (Photo via AP) AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Nick Kostos: https://x.com/TheKostos Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Nick Kostos Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Soup Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA drama meter is OFF THE CHARTS. JuJu and Trysta break down the alleged tension between LeBron James and Lakers owner Jeanie Buss—and why the entire league is watching closely. From there, things only get wilder: • Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly questioning his future in Milwaukee• The WNBA dropping its schedule in the middle of heated CBA negotiations• Ja Morant back in the headlines after another fight• And how ALL of this connects to power, leverage, and chaos across basketball This episode is part NBA news, part league-wide side-eye, and 100% Alley Oop energy. Tap in. 0:00 Intro1:39 Giannis6:55 WNBA Schedule10:55 Jimmy Butler12:01 CJ McCollum16:20 Lebron Jeanie Buss22:37 Boy Stops23:27 MLK27:17 Ja Morant28:46 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hockey Show is back, and the gang is only weeks late to the party, but they finally discuss the sensation sweeping the hockey world: Heated Rivalry. With lead actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams set to take part in the Olympic torch relay, the gang also gets to discuss their excitement for the upcoming Olympics. Ethan has a stat of the day about how dominant Quinn Hughes has been since coming to Minnesota, Rose has an update on the LA Kings in Rosa En Un Minuto, and Dave attempts to win money again in Puck Luck. In wins and fails, the gang celebrates Sergei Bobrovsky fighting Alex Nedeljkovic in what may have been the most uncharacteristic moment in NHL history. Then, Adnan joins the show to continue the discussion on Heated Rivarly, share his thoughts on the Olympics, and tell us how ugly he thinks Mitch Marner's return to Toronto will be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"AY AY AY!" Dan believes Fernando Mendoza dove into the end zone at the end of his iconic touchdown run, where three Miami Hurricanes hit him at the goal line because he was, and I quote, 'choosing to go theatrical.' He thinks Fernando wanted to be remembered, rather than, you know, fearing for his life as a 325-pound defensive lineman bore down on him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Oh, his name is 'Tay Law' now?!" Ahead of NFL Championship Weekend, Domonique Foxworth is here to have his time wasted by discussing LeBron James and the Lakers, Chris Cote's lunch heater, the weirdest thing he's eaten in the car, and the Cheesecake Factory menu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"It's too close to lunch." Brian Baldinger strikes fear into the hearts of Hurricanes fans around the country. Well, not really, but he sure tries to. Also, the crew listens to the audio diary of an insane person and figures out the athlete most associated with cocaine. Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, and Roy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I was going about my day yesterday, going 'I think this is Goofy day.'" JuJu sticks around for the Postgame Show to chat about the mayhem around his Bills, the WNBA schedule release, and averaging $1.7 million per catch. He also delivers Thursday Thunder, and we hear Zaslow's new MVP of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Not to mention the show where you're gonna see huge penises." Ron Magill is bringing back Sex and the Animals, but first, he needs to break down some of the wildest moments from the animal kingdom. Then, JuJu and Trysta are set to take over Good Follow and have an interview with Unrivaled MVP Napheesa Collier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Real of fake podcast: We Want the Funk with Dory Funk Jr.?" Tony tries to explain why he likes Curt Cignetti, but struggles to find the right words. Also, what in the world is going on with Brandon Aiyuk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Can someone tell me what the hell Hamnet is, baby?" David Samson is here to discuss UM's devastation, Michael Jordan's 'suspension,' and the Dolphins hire, but before we get to The Oscar Nominations, Adnan crashes in to completely hijack the segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices