Fanatic Highlights

Shukri Wrights is here today to analyze Zack Wheeler's impressive performance as an ace in the Phillies' pitching rotation following his recovery from a career-threatening surgery. He examines Wheeler's statistics and highlights how both Wheeler and Cristopher Sanchez have emerged as the top starting pitchers on an MLB team.

In addition, the Eagles have faced challenges in establishing depth in their secondary, particularly at the safety position. Shukri shares his insights on who he believes will be the top two starting safeties for the team. Furthermore, with the trade speculation surrounding AJ Brown intensifying, the discussion extends to other potential suitors beyond New England who may show interest in the talented pass catcher.

Dan Vladar has had an outstanding season with the Flyers, making a strong case for a new contract. Shukri emphasizes the importance of extending Vladar, as securing him would provide the long-sought answer in goal that the Flyers have been searching for over the years. He advocates for a long-term deal to ensure stability in the position moving forward.

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(00:00-01:11) Show Intro

(01:12-07:03) Sean Mannion & the relationship with Jalen Hurts

(07:04-10:15) Sean Mannion & the Offensive Coordinator interview process

(10:29-18:35) Sean Mannion & preparing for playcalling duties & building his staff

(18:36-22:04) Sean Mannion & putting Jalen Hurts and the receiving corps in the best position

(22:15-24:31) Vic Fangio & retirement

(24:32-30:16) Vic Fangio & the second Safety spot opposite Andrew Mukuba

(30:17-34:22) Vic Fangio & the addition of Riq Woolen

(34:23-36:53) Vic Fangio & the progression of Jalyx Hunt

(37:07-40:17) Special Teams Coordinator Michael Clay intercepted Sean Mannion in college

(40:18-48:24) Andrew’s alterations to his way too early 53-man roster

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Sean Brace kicks-off Fanatic weekend by discussing the Phillies, Eagles and Sixers. Luke Arcaini joins the program to analyze the Phillies latest woes. Sean Barnard and Sam Oshtry participate in a joint call with Sean to discuss the Sixers season as the Knicks continue to win games. Devan Kaney joins Sean to evaluate what to anticipate from Sean Mannion and the Eagles this season.

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Shukri Wrights breaks everything down in Philly Sports including where the 76ers are at as an organization, the Flyers outlook as the offseason approaches and how red hot the Phillies are.

Shukri also breaks down the Eagles 2026 schedule game by game!

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Nick Earnshaw fills in for Brendan Gunn and wonders where the Sixers go after firing Daryl Morey. He reacts to the press conference from a few days earlier by Sixers owner Josh Harris and Bob Myers. He also has Jovan Alford from Fandsided.com and Totalsportslive.com join the show to talk about the Sixers outlook.

In the second hour Nick has Cory Nidoh from the Philly Sports Network to break down the Phillies and where they stand since Don Mattingly took over as Manager.

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(00:00- 01:49) Show Open – The Eagles Are Heading To London

(01:50- 03:06) The Birds and the Boys on Thanksgiving

(03:07-04:59) Intro to show topic…..breakout candidates for 2026

(05:00-09:33) Offensive breakout candidate - Dontayvion Wicks

(09:46-11:58) Players he considered for defensive breakout candidate

(11:59-15:38) Defensive breakout candidate – Jalyx Hunt

(15:39-19:07) Special Teams breakout candidate – Will Shipley

(19:20-20:53) Intro second half of show – three afterthought players that could have a path to making the 2026 roster

(20:54-26:26) TE - Cameron Latu

(26:27-29:42) LB – Chance Campbell

(29:55-34:05) DB – Brandon Johnson

(34:06-35:46) The Defensive Back room

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Dei Lynam gives you all of the access, content, and storylines that you need ahead of the PGA Championship!

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Kevin Cooney has you covered tonight as he reacts to the Sixers being swept by the Knicks. There's someone he feels deserves a lot of the blame. Due to contracts and guaranteed money, will the Sixers even be able to make significant changes to the roster? Kevin also gets into the Phillies' hot play as of late, and one hitter who leads Major League Baseball in batting average.

Guest: Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire for USA Today

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Brendan Gunn & Dei Lynam react to and break down the Sixers' season-ending 144-114 Game 4 loss to the Knicks.

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Brendan Gunn and Dei Lynam preview Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers as the Sixers look to avoid elimination and force a Game 5 in New York.

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