Hour 1 - NFL is giving you what you want

John talks about how the NFL is such a monster in the sports world that even the draft dominates viewership over most other sporting events, and how a large reason why is because the top players getting drafted have been playing on national TV at top schools for years. John also dives into how Bill Belichick has a very bright future on TV, where Joe Alt ranks as an NFL prospect, and how the NBA has done the right thing by banning Porter for betting on the NBA. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 6:25 - The NFL Draft is huge 18:12 - Belichick is great for TV 25:42 - Joe Alt's eval 30:28 - The NBA bans Porter 35:57 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #Herd  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his predictions for LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' matchup with Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and the Denver Nuggets. With Denver having eight straight wins over Los Angeles, including a 4-0 sweep in last season's Western Conference Finals, Jason discusses the key matchups the Lakers must win in order to turn the tide in this matchup. Later, Jason breaks down film from prior Lakers-Nuggets games and shares his series prediction. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin believes it's time to officially call an end to the Warriors dynasty after they were eliminated from the play-in tournament and what this means for Steph Curry, who remains an elite player. He gives the truth about the Lakers who advanced into the playoffs to match up against the reigning champion Nuggets. Plus, Fox Sports NFL reporter Peter Schrager joins the show to give the latest insight on what QBs teams are targeting in next week's draftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin believes it's time to officially call an end to the Warriors dynasty after they were eliminated from the play-in tournament and what this means for Steph Curry He gives the truth about the Lakers who advanced into the playoffs to match up against the reigning champion Nuggets Bill Belichick has nobody to blame but himselfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on the end of the Warriors dynasty and what they do from here Who should be the NBA MVP? Shohei Ohtani is on fire right now   Guest: Chris MannixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Sports NFL reporter Peter Schrager joins the show to give the latest insight on what QBs teams are targeting in next week's draftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John dives into the top pass rushers in the NFL draft by breaking down the top three, where he thinks they might get drafted and where they would be a good fit. John also discusses the Patriots and should it be foregone conclusion that they are going to draft a QB when they have so many other needs as well. Lastly, John answers your questions for this episode's mailbag segment. 5:17 - Pass rushers in the draft 9:21 - Dallas Turner 15:57 - Jared Verse 19:52 - Laiatu Latu 27:01 - The Patriots stink 34:30 - Mailbag Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin gives his instant reaction to the play-in games for the NBA western conference! He declares the Warriors dynasty as officially over with the knowledge that Klay Thompson will likely be moving on from Golden State following their playoff exit (3:00). He breaks down the Lakers win over the Pelicans but rails against the NBA having a seven game series for the first round of the playoffs (7:30). Despite the loss, he credits Zion Williamson with playing the best “big” game of his NBA career (10:15) and previews the upcoming series between the Lakers and defending champion Denver Nuggets! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates! #Volume #Herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Mannix this week is longtime boxing writer Dan Rafael. Mannix and Rafael discuss a lackluster performance from Jared Anderson last weekend, the official announcement of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol, a fantastic Matchroom vs. Queensbury 5 x 5, Boots Ennis signing with Matchroom, more. Later, Devin Haney on his beef with Ryan Garcia, why it's become personal and more. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamahal Hill and Alex Pereira gave us an incredible knockout finish in the main event at UFC 300, and Ben Askren is BACK with another episode of Funky and the Champ to discuss it with Daniel Cormier. DC and Ben break down the end of the fight, and discuss why Herb Dean could have stopped that fight after the illegal kick. Plus, Cormier and Askren react to the "fight of the year" between Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje. And don't miss their thoughts on Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler getting an OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! 2:30 - DC's conversation with Jamahal Hill8:00 - Theatrics of Alex Pereira and Hill9:30 - Should Herb Dean have intervened?14:45 - Anyone that can beat Pereira?!16:30 - BMF Title fight - Max Holloway vs. Justin Gaethje22:00 - DC binged GOT after Jon Jones knockout29:00 - Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler FINALLY announced (Timestamps may vary based on ads) #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.