College Football chaos, Sports media's gambling obsession, Deion Sanders' done? | 10.29

Danny Parkins of First Things First joins Bomani Jones to break down the Louisiana governor's comments about replacing former LSU football coach Brian Kelly. Later, they preview the upcoming matchup between the Chiefs and the Bills and discuss whether or not Josh Allen is the second-best quarterback in the league. Finally, they touch on Austin Reaves' red-hot start to the NBA season for the Lakers and what it means for LeBron James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ringer's Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the run of firings in college football and whether LSU made a mistake by getting rid of Brian Kelly. Later, they discuss the NBA's gambling scandal and whether sports media are equipped to cover the current crisis. Finally, they ask if Deion Sanders will remain at Colorado after this season ends. 03:30 - Did LSU make a mistake? 19:00 - Places Bo & Joel are scared of 31:50 - Sports Media & Gambling 51:40 - Is the Deion Sander experiment over? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones reacts to the monster performances from Shohei Ohtani and Victor Wembanyama on Monday night. Later, he discusses why almost every college football coaching job is no fun anymore. Finally, he reacts to the Chiefs beating the Commanders on Monday Night Football, Trump demolishing the East Wing of the White House, and much more! 00:30 - Shohei shines in Game 3 of World Series 12:00 - Victor Wembanyama is the future 22:30 - Why every college football coach job stinks 35:00 - Chiefs dominate Monday Night Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones reacts to LSU moving on from Brian Kelly and breaks down who could be the next coach in Baton Rouge. Later, he discusses the NBA's response to the FBI's arrests last week and why they have to take this issue seriously. Finally, he talks about the Steelers' loss to the Green Bay Packers, Deion Sanders & Colorado getting blown out by Colorado & much more! 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Brian Kelly gets fired 25:10 - NBA reacts to Gambling scandal 42:00 - Steelers struggle vs. Packers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the recent arrests of Chauncey Billups & Terry Rozier, and how there are likely more gambling scandals coming down the pipe. Later, they discuss the latest in the College Football coaching carousel. Will Lane Kiffin take the job at Florida or stay at Ole Miss? And will LSU, USC, or Florida State move on from their coaches sooner rather than later? 2:00 - NBA Gambling scandal 26:00 - Which Coach gets fired next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill, who recently joined ESPN. They preview the upcoming 2025-26 NBA season, starting with the New York Knicks and their championship aspirations and how they will fare against the rest of the Eastern Conference. Later, they discuss the Western Conference and whether the Rockets or Nuggets have the best chance to take down the Oklahoma City Thunder. Finally, they break down the Los Angeles and why anything is possible for LeBron James, Luka Doncic, & JJ Redick this season. 2:30 - Title or Bust for Knicks 29:00 - Can Nuggets take down Thunder 43:30 - Lakers drama incoming? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones starts the show by reacting to a crazy week 7 of NFL action, highlights by an insane game between the New York Giants & the Denver Broncos. Later, he discusses Florida's decision to fire Billy Napier and what it could mean for college football as a whole. Finally, he reacts to Shoeni Ohtani's insane game 4 of the NLCS, Anthony Edwards' award show, & listens to a few listener voicemails. 00:45 - Week 7 NFL reaction 20:30 - Bill Napier gets Fired 41:10 - Shoeni Ohtani vs. Barry Bonds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diante Lee of The Ringer joins Bomani Jones to discuss an upcoming week 7 of NFL action. First, they break down the ongoing issues with the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of their matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. Later, they discuss how NFL coaches never know when to fire their coaches and if it is time to believe in Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts. Finally, they talk about how Travis Hunter needs to pick a position, and if Baker can keep his great season vs. the Lions on Monday Night Football. 00:00 - Introduction 05:30 - Eagles keep struggling 12:30 - If you draft a QB, fire your coach! 28:30 - Believe in Daniel Jones? 34:30 - Travis Hunter needs to pick a side 45:12 - Lions vs. Bucs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Wright, co host of "First Things First" joins Bomani Jones to discuss a wide array of football topics.  First, they break down the Chiefs beating the Lions and discuss whether both teams are equipped for a Super Bowl run this season.  Later, they discuss Baker Mayfield's incredible start to the NFL season and why he's making a legitimate case for MVP.  Finally,  they discuss whether Penn State should try and recruit Nick Saban to replace James Franklin, Josh Allen's recent struggles, and much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones starts off today's show by reacting to the Monday Night Football game between the Falcons and the Bills, and concludes that there is not yet a dominant team in the NFL. Later, he discusses his continuing fascination with the Penn State-James Franklin story and decides he already knows who Franklin's replacement will be. Finally, he breaks down Belichick's denial of trying to leave UNC, THC drinks at Target, and has a shocking opinion about Turning Point USA trying to counterprogram Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime show. 00:25 - Monday Night Football Reaction 12:40 - Penn State's next step 28:30 - Bill Belichick: Still Unhappy 36:35 - Counterprogramming Bad Bunny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices