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Jason reacts to the weekend's NBA free agency and trade news including De'Andre Ayton getting bought out of his contract by the Portland Trail Blazers, LeBron James opting in for his player option for the Los Angeles Lakers, Rich Paul's interesting statement, Dorian Finney-Smith rumored to be a Houston Rockets target, Lonzo Ball getting traded from the Chicago Bulls to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets swapping Collin Sexton and Jusuf Nurkic, the Minnesota Timberwolves re-signing Julius Randle and Naz Reid, the Houston Rockets preparing for contention, James Harden re-signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, Bobby Portis re-signing with the Milwaukee Bucks, and more. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to breaking NFL news with the Steelers trading for 3-time All Pro Jalen Ramsey continuing to add to their defense despite the NFL clearly trending towards offense-first over the past 10 years Thoughts on LeBron James choosing to opt-in with the LakersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin tells you why he was right about LeBron James but wrong about James Harden. Plus, he talks to  3-time Pro Bowl quarterback Matt Hasselbeck about the expectations for Caleb Williams in year 2 and why his leadership needs to improve significantlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mount Rushmore of NBA and WNBA players Is Aaron Rodgers pulling a prank on the media? Caitlin Clark is helping the WNBA expand    Guest: Alexi LalasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin reacts to breaking NFL news with the Steelers trading for 3-time All Pro Jalen Ramsey continuing to add to their defense despite the NFL clearly trending towards offense-first over the past 10 years. Colin tells you why he was right about LeBron James but wrong about James Harden. Plus, he talks to 3-time Pro Bowl quarterback Matt Hasselbeck about the expectations for Caleb Williams in year 2 and why his leadership needs to improve significantlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Scott Bogman as they highlight two WRs, two RBs, and two QBs who are primed for a breakout season in 2025! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Signed George Pickens Jersey Giveaway - 0:00:39 Ricky Pearsall - 0:01:06 Keon Coleman - 0:02:55 FantasyPros Discord- 0:05:11 Quinshon Judkins - 0:05:49 Kaleb Johnson - 0:07:29 J.J. McCarthy - 0:08:51 Caleb Williams - 0:10:05 Outro - 0:12:33 Helpful Links: Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walk the line between championship contender and the biggest loser; Join Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown and Pat Fitzmaurice for their 12 risky fantasy football players you should think twice about before drafting in 2025! Could we see another step back in volume for Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown? Is Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor a ticking time bomb? Plus, why could drafting Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley in the first round sink your season? The Pros circle potentially hazardous situations! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00FantasyPros ECR Rankings - 0:00:14Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR - DET) - 0:00:43Saquon Barkley (RB - PHI) - 0:06:03Ladd McConkey (WR - LAC) - 0:13:11DraftKings Pick6 - 0:20:16Jonathan Taylor (RB - IND) - 0:21:32Trey McBride (TE - ARI) - 0:25:31Tyreek Hill (WR - MIA) - 0:35:43FantasyPros Draft Intel - 0:39:38David Montgomery (RB - DET) - 0:40:26Chuba Hubbard (RB - CAR) - 0:43:34Chris Godwin (WR - TB) - 0:48:09Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR - ARI) - 0:50:28Chris Olave (WR - NO) - 0:53:00Rashee Rice (WR - KC) - 0:56:47Outro - 1:01:27 Helpful Links: DraftKings Pick6 – Download the DraftKings Pick6 app NOW on Google Play or the App Store and use code FANTASYPROS. This offer is for new customers to play $5, get $50 in Pick6 credits. Only on DraftKings Pick6. The crown is yours.  Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Help is available for problem gambling. Call 888-789-7777, or visit ccpg.org in Connecticut. Must be eighteen plus, age and eligibility restrictions vary by jurisdiction. Pick6 not available everywhere, including New York and Ontario. Void where prohibited. One per new customer. Bonus awarded as non-withdrawable Pick6 Credits that expire in thirty days. Limited time offer. See terms at https://pick6.draftkings.com/promos. Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where Colin was right and where he was wrong Colin gives his bold AFC-NFC predictions for this upcoming NFL season He shares the 7 un-tradable players in American sports right now and why Lamar Jackson didn’t make the listSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Rory & Mal Don't Know Ball, the guys are joined by San Diego Chargers legend, Shawne Merriman! Rory and Mal ask about how Virginia fits into the "DMV" conversation, how Shawne got the nickname "Lights Out", and recall when Shawne got popped by Maurice Jones-Drew #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C&R bring the Friday laughter! Rich wants everyone to play adult softball & it irritates Covino. There's a Caitlin Clark headline & a Sophie Cunningham comment! Shoot for the best...or jealousy? Plus, Rap/Rock, Tigers & Cal Raleigh (& his dad!)  Follow C&R on their Apple Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covino-rich/id1212071900See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.