Buffed Up Sports

In this episode of Buffed Up Sports, I am diving into the heavy debate surrounding NFL playoff seeding. The Detroit Lions finished the season at 9-8, a winning record, yet we’re watching teams with losing records host home playoff games. It’s a tough pill to swallow, and it’s time to talk about changing the system.

I reflect on the frustration of the Lions missing the playoffs. I break down why the NFL needs to move away from seeding by division winners and move toward seeding by record. And I give my Wild Card Weekend predictions. 

What do you think? Should the NFL reward the best records with home-field advantage, or is the division rivalry too important to change? Let me know your Wild Card picks in the comments!

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Chapter markers: 

0:00 - Heartbroken about the Lions missing the playoffs

01:44 - My problem with the NFL Playoffs bracket

04:40 - My solution to fix the NFL Playoffs bracket

08:14 - Wild Card Weekend predictions

Welcome to the 2025 Buffed Up Sports Award Show! We are kicking off the new year by looking back at an absolutely entertaining 2025. From the Detroit sports shockers to the crowning of a WNBA dynasty and some of the biggest moments in the ring, we’re handing out awards for the highlights, the lowlights, and everything in between.

We also dive into 2026 New Year’s Resolutions for your favorite teams and sports. Will this be the year a Detroit team finally takes it all?

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01:51 - Rookie of the year

04:13 - Boxer of the year

05:27 - WNBA player of the year

06:42 - WWE moment of the year

08:35 - Episode of the year

12:16 - Lifetime Achievement Award

15:16 - Bummer of the year

17:00 - Game of the year

17:45 - Record Breaking Performance of the year

19:32 - Fight of the year/performance of the year

22:19 - Apology of the year

22:40 - GM of the year

23:13 - Fans of the year

27:01 - Coach of the year

27:55 - Player of the year

28:55 - Team of the year

29:07 - Moment of the year

30:35 New Year’s Resolutions

Ever thought about starting your own sports podcast but didn't know where to begin? In this video, we're breaking down my entire journey—the good, the bad, and the gear—from having an idea to launching Buffed Up Sports! This video talks about:

What motivated me to start a podcast and how I stay motivated

The steps it took for me to find my niche and to stand out

How I went about what equipment to use

Recording and editing strategies

Getting the podcast on different platforms

Life lessons that came with working on the podcast

So many people was pivotal to the podcast being what it is today and I did my best to not forget anyone! 

If I can do it, you can do it. Use this as your step-by-step guide to finally start that podcast you’ve been dreaming about!

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The Detroit Pistons are suddenly the hottest team in the league! They are stringing together wins and finding those gritty, late-game performances we've been waiting for. But what's the biggest difference?

I TOLD YOU SO! Back when no one was talking about him, I said Daniss Jenkins was the real deal—and now he's proving it! In this video, we break down Jenkins' impact on the team, his clutch play, and the incredible run the Pistons are on.

Do you agree that Daniss Jenkins is the answer? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

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The NFL trade deadline came and went, and your Detroit Lions stood pat. No splashy moves, no depth additions—just silence from the front office.

As a serious contender, should the Lions have been more aggressive? Did GM Brad Holmes make a massive mistake by not shoring up a banged-up offensive line or a struggling secondary?

In this video RJ breaks down the non-moves and what it truly means for the Lions' playoff and Super Bowl aspirations.

Let me know in the comments: Are you happy the Lions stood pat, or are you ready to riot?

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Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivey, Ausar Thompson—the talent is there, but the roster still feels incomplete. We've got two great young centers in Duren and Isaiah Stewart, but does their presence completely negate the need for more frontcourt depth or a different kind of big?

On the other hand, the guard rotation has promising pieces, but with questions around shooting consistency and true secondary playmaking, is that where they need to spend their chips?

In this video, I break down the case for the guard and for the big man. Along with giving my final verdict that I think General Manager, Trajan Langdon, needs to target first to get this team to the next level.

Let me know in the comments below! Guard or Big Man? What's the Pistons' most pressing need?

The ink is dry on Aidan Hutchinson's record-breaking extension with the Detroit Lions: four years, $180 million, with a non-QB record of $141 million guaranteed!

Host RJ dives into the biggest contract news in the NFL. Hutchinson has been a defensive powerhouse, leading the league in pressures and forcing fumbles, and is a cornerstone of the Lions' resurgence. But at $45 million per year, is this the kind of deal that cripples a cap-sheet or is it a savvy move to lock down a homegrown superstar and Defensive Player of the Year candidate?

RJ gives his final verdict on whether the Lions made a brilliant franchise-defining move or if this contract will be an albatross down the line.

Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

• Did Aidan Hutchinson deserve to be one of the highest-paid non-QBs in NFL history?

• What does this deal mean for the Lions' Super Bowl window?

World Champion boxer, Tony Harrison makes a special guest appearance. During the episode he talks about his beginnings in boxing, being champ, being a trainer, and his current status with the sport of boxing. Super Bad Boxing Gym: 8701 Puritan Detroit mi 48238Superbad Academy (@superbadacademy) • Instagram photos and videos482 Vibes: 17150 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48235482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosTony Harrison: 482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosMondez instagram: 482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosFor more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/ Chapter Markers:00:31 - Tony Harrison’s introduction01:44 - What got Tony into boxing?02:44 - Being trained by Emanuel Steward05:29 - The feeling of becoming a world champion and how real the beef is with Jermell Charlo13:13 - Training Alycia Baumgardner as she became an undisputed champion and where their relationship stands today25:20 - Bouncing back from tough losses in and out of the ring30:24 - HUGE announcement on in-ring career33:10 - Gene Butman Ad33:49 - Thoughts on the current state of Detroit sports46:18 - Game of Rapid Fire

RJ breaks down his thoughts on the recent heartbreaking loss the Lions suffered at the hands of the Commanders. RJ also talks about why he has every right to feel the way he does about the Pistons. Plus he talks WNBA offseason drama, the hottest topics in boxing, and Tigers money issues.

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For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/ 

Music Credits:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGmnq1k2t7g 

Chapter Markers

02:50 - Why are the Red Wings so streaky?

03:40 - Concerns with Tigers lack of spending money?

07:11 - WNBA Offseason Drama

13:00 Boxing - Inoue’s dominance continues, boxers fighting retirement, Shields upcoming bout

22:26 - Explaining my relationship with the Pistons

30:23: Gene Butman Car Salesman

31:02 - What should the Lions do with Goff and is the Window closed?

During this episode, RJ recaps the 2024 year for Detroit Sports, boxing, and the wnba as he gives away numerous awards. Then he goes on to give his new year resolutions for the 2025 year. 

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/ 

Music Credits:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TsRokwuhBY&list=PLxtj0Fzm7DkhQlXlBXVot_xbqjdcn8N_k&index=238

Chapter Markers

03:15 - Rookie of the Year

04:17 - Boxer of the Year

04:59 - WNBA Player of the Year

05:43 - WWE Moment of the Year

07:05 - Episode of the Year

09:40 - Lifetime Achievement Award

14:00 - Bummer of the Year

19:20 - Game of the Year

21:35 Fight of the Year

23:05 Team with the Best Fans

28:17 - Gene Butman Ford Promo

28:56 - Apology of the Year

29:18 - GM of the Year 

29:42 - Coach of the Year

31:04 Detroit Sports Player of the Year

31:45 - Detroit Sports Team of the Year

31:55 - Moment of the Year

33:27 New Years Resolutions