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Cousin Sal begins the show surprised that Martin has joined the World craze and is posting his score on Twitter. Now that Ben Roethlisberger has officially retired, Dave gives his thoughts on the Steelers legend and has a response for everyone who is saying Ben is problematic.

Then with all the new coaching hires, the guys discuss where Aaron Rodgers may potentially go; Broncos, Eagles, Saints and if he would ever go to the AFC instead of the NFC? Dave thinks there is one team that could be a surprise to everyone that has a chance.

Former Minnesota Vikings great Jared Allen joins the show to discuss if he would put a mullet on his Hall of Fame bust, wanting an interview to coach the Vikings and how he would have coached the final seconds of the Bills/Chiefs game.

Then Jared Allen weighs in on if the Vikings should bring in Aaron Rodgers, the all-time sack record and sacking Johnny Knoxville in Jackass 3. Dave pitches Jared his idea for an alternative to the Pro-Bowl; the two worst teams playing for the number one pick. Plus, Jared Allen gives his Super Bowl prediction and if he would fight Mike Tyson.

Next, the guys finally make their picks for the AFC and NFC Championship game. Martin is still a believer in the Bengals and can the 49ers beat the Rams for a third time this season?

Finally, the guys give their Extra Points Stone Cold Stunner predictions as Cousin Sal predicts something happening in the NFC Championship we’ve never seen before.

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Today is the 19th Anniversary of the first episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live as Cousin Sal and Dave begin the show by remembering the craziness of the first episode. Martin reacts to the news of Sean Payton stepping down as the Saints head coach by putting a brown bag over his head as he worries the Saints will go back to being irrelevant. Sal asks the guys over/under 1.5 between Rodgers, Roethlisberger and Brady, how many of them will be back next season?

Hall of Fame defensive end and Buffalo Bills legend Bruce Smith joins the show to discuss the incredible Chiefs/Bills playoff game and what he saw in those final thirteen seconds. He gives praise of Josh Allen’s performance, why he thought home field would have made a difference and what he said to coach Sean McDermott after the game.

Bruce also talks about all the legends he sacked and how he would have done in this new passing generation of the NFL, plus the one play in his career he wished he could change. Bruce gives his Super Bowl prediction.

Then, the guys discuss what was the biggest overreaction from the NFL weekend and Sal doesn’t like the idea of a “feels like '' temperature. A look at Super Bowl MVP odds and Martin has changed his tune on wanting Aaron Rodgers as the quarterback of his team.

The guys react to the Baseball Hall of Fame news as Dave thinks it’s a joke and bad for the children that Bonds and Clemens didn’t get in. Finally, the Extra Points crew back their picks of the day.

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Cousin Sal, Dave and Martin are back to help you gear up for one of the best NFL Divisional Round playoff weekends in recent memory. But first, the guys quickly pay tribute to Louie Anderson and discuss television’s best mothers.

Dave gives an impassioned speech about how legacies for good or bad will be made this weekend and makes a point to bring up Tony Romo’s botched extra point hold. Then they start with Bengals @ Titans (-3.5), Martin and Dave disagree on how much Derrick Henry will make a difference.

Next, it’s 49ers @ Packers as Dave says the most pressure of the weekend is on Aaron Rodgers and Martin thinks Rodgers could pull a LeBron if he brings another title to Green Bay. Then the guys discuss Rams @ Bucs (-3) as a much different Rams team tries to take out the defending champions.

Finally, it’s the game of the weekend Bills @ Chiefs – will the guys finally disagree on a game? Dave wants to talk “What if?” when it comes to Aaron Rodgers losing his one Super Bowl and how it could have changed the NFL landscape.

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Before getting to sports, Martin begins the show by giving Cousin Sal a cure for zits. Harry’s brother Scott was on Against All Odds and Martin was shocked to learn he really is an onion farmer. Sal gives a quick story about giving Scott the keys to his apartment in college.

Sal wishes the Bills and Chiefs weren’t playing each other this weekend but Dave argues it can’t be like the college football playoffs. The guys react to Dak Prescott’s comments about fans who threw garbage at officials and discuss what specific plays you’d like to see the NFL get rid of.

Next, which NFL team had the most embarrassing wild card weekend performance? Martin argues it’s the Patriots as fans have gone from thinking Mac Jones was the next Tom Brady to now suggesting they should trade him. Plus, Martin questions why the Dallas Cowboys coordinators continue to be names for head coaching jobs when the team may have not been all that good to begin with.

Sal asks the guys to name who they think will win the next five Super Bowls which leads to an AFC dominated conversation as Dave can’t decide between the Bengals, Chargers, Chiefs, Bills and Steelers. Then, their thoughts on Raiders GM Mike Mayock being fired and what it means for Rich Bisaccia’s future, Hines Ward getting an interview with the Texans.

The guys close things out with a look at FanDuel’s specials for the Divisional Round of the playoffs and their best bets for tonight.

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It’s a SUPER Wild Card Weekend podcast as Dave is wearing a Terrible Towel ensemble but will he pick the Steelers to cover against the Chiefs? And more importantly will we find out who Chainey McGee is?

Cousin Sal introduces the Cap of Consequences a new punishment for losers in Extra Points staff contests and a reminder for everyone to head to the Extra Points Arcade to enter for weekly contests and the chance to win a gold hat!

The guys start by previewing the Raiders @ Bengals and then Patriots @ Bills – as Dave thinks the Curse of ‘Sposta is in play for Buffalo. Plus, will Viagra play a factor? Sal thinks Damian Harris will play a big factor in a low scoring game.

Next, it’s Steelers @ Chiefs as Cousin Sal makes a first half bet because he doesn’t even want to have to watch the second half and Martin has his eye on a Travis Kelce bet, while Dave makes his case for the Black and Gold.

Then it’s over to the NFC as the guys break down Eagles @ Bucs, Cardinals @ Rams – as Kelly Stafford makes her plea to Rams fans and finally Cousin Sal’s Cowboys take on the 49ers. The guys close things out with their very Patriotic PUPs of the Week.

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Dave is still riding the high of the Steelers making the playoffs and offers his apology to everyone who wanted to see Justin Herbert and the Chargers in the playoffs instead of Big Ben. The guys were impressed by Herbert’s performance but Martin thinks Brandon Staley should have been aggressive the entire time and gone for two at the end of the game.

The guys discuss Georgia’s win over Alabama in the National Championship and Stetson Bennett’s performance in the game and on Good Morning America. Dave and Martin still disagree on a pivotal fumble call. Dave was impressed by Nick Saban’s post-game actions. Plus, a look at next year’s odds as Dave already knows one of these teams will be back in the national title game.

Former Rams wide receiver Torry Holt joins the show to discuss his case for the Hall of Fame, playing on the Greatest Show on Turf and losing the 2000 NFC Wild Card game against the Saints. Plus, being in Nelly’s Air Force Ones video and his reaction to Antonio Brown’s outburst. Then he talks about this year’s Rams team, the pressure on Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp’s MVP case. Plus, Dave asks him if the Patriots knew their plays in the Super Bowl and Torry gives an interesting answer.

Cousin Sal takes a look back at the Extra Points’ crew season long bets as Martin hits big on the Jaguars worst record. Finally, the guys make their picks of the day and Eddie celebrates the Giants firing Joe Judge.

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It’s a big Friday show as Cousin Sal, Martin and Dave celebrate FanDuel going live in New York tomorrow; while Martin celebrates finally winning an Extra Points golden hat.

Arkansas linebacker and Extra Points NIL athlete Bumper Pool joins the show to make an announcement whether he’ll be returning to college or declaring for the NFL Draft. The guys talk to him about his decision, playing in the Outback Bowl and his huge hit on Sean Clifford and his thoughts on the upcoming National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia.

Then the Antonio Brown situation continues to get strangers the guys discuss who was to blame as well as his Hall of Fame chances. They take a ride on the Make-Believe Riverboat Casino to wonder what AB might do if he’s inducted into Canton.

Next, it’s a preview of the final week of the regular season as the guys make their Week 18 picks and pick their PUP of the Week. Plus, their picks for the college football National Championship as Martin has a Michigan Meltdown over them not reaching into their deep pockets to compete with the SEC schools.

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Dave says goodbye to Big Ben Roethlisberger who likely played in his final game at Heinz Field last night and wants to celebrate the Steelers once again recording a .500 or better season. Sal and Martin then snap him back to the reality of what a terrible game it was. The guys discuss yet another bad performance from Baker Mayfield and questionable coaching from Kevin Stefanski as the Browns regressed as a franchise. Plus, TJ Watt dominated and likely earned himself Defensive Player of the Year.

Sal, Dave, and Martin discuss the Steelers possible playoff scenario and the NFL’s scheduling problem, and a unique situation where the Raiders and Chargers could both get in with a tie. Then, they try to make sense of the Antonio Brown situation and if another team would sign him and take the chance he wouldn’t have another outburst.

Next, the guys get into an argument about the College Football Playoff and how many teams should get in as Sal believes the SEC has a much stronger schedule than any other conference in the NCAA. Plus, a preview of Georgia/Alabama.

Dave takes heat from fans over giving the Envy apple his coveted fruit of the year and Martin compares it to the College Football Playoff; the apple should have its own conference.

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Time to turn the page on the year 2021 as Megan Gailey joins Dave, Martin and Cousin Sal on a special NYE edition of Extra Points. Learn the best way to celebrate New Year's and find out who Pete Davidson will end up with in 2022. A spirited game of Cameover Under reveals that Megan is a complete bargain if you need a message and Dave hints at this year's Fruit of the Year. Listen before the ball drops to have good luck all 2022!

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Cousin Sal, Dave and Martin remember John Madden and discuss his impact on football and pop culture as well as his impressive coaching record and what made him so relatable to fans.

Then it’s a look at the big NFL Week 17 games with playoff implications including Colts/Raiders as Jonathan Taylor continues to make his case for MVP. Sal doesn’t trust the AFC North as the guys discuss Chiefs/Bengals, Rams/Ravens and Browns/Steelers in what could be Big Ben’s final home game at Heinz Field. Martin thinks the Cleveland Browns are broken and Sal believes Baker Mayfield should sit the rest of the season. Plus, Cardinals/Cowboys and Dave thinks the rest of the NFC should be worried about the 49ers.

Next, the guys make their college football playoff picks as they break down Georgia/Michigan and Alabama/Cincinnati. Finally, everyone makes their pick for favorite Extra Points podcast moment of the year.

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