First Take

In this special Christmas episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shams Charania, and Kendrick Perkins debate a slew of NBA topics, including if the Warriors or the Lakers are more likely to miss the playoffs and if the Knicks are the biggest threat to the Celtics in the East. Plus, the crew tells us who they would take over Victor Wembanyama right now. Jeff Saturday and Kimberley A. Martin join the festivities to tell us what they would rather see: a Chiefs threepeat or the Lions or Bills winning their first Super Bowl. And, we debate if Lamar Jackson has been the most impressive QB this season.

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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe continue their argument over LeBron vs. Michael Jordan and Jeff Saturday gets caught in the middle. The crew tells us how many QBs they're taking over Jayden Daniels. Plus, what's the better story: Broncos or Bengals to make the playoffs? We've got a holiday edition of Stephen's A-List of the Top 5 Teams in the NFL through Week 16. The guys discuss Aaron Rodgers' role in the media and whether the Jets should want him back at QB.

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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Jeff Saturday react to the Packers' shutout win over the Saints last night and debate where Green Bay falls in the NFC. Plus, we debate who the NFL MVP is right now. We react to new sound from Jerry Jones on Mike McCarthy and debate if he should return as Cowboys Head Coach. Stephen A. and Shannon go at it on the Lakers' place in the West after LA lost to Detroit last night.

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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Dan Orlovsky debate which is the bigger headline from the Eagles-Commanders game: Jalen Hurts' injury or Jayden Daniels' performance? The crew reacts to comments from Kirk Herbstreit seemingly about a previous take of theirs... We ask the guys what they're ready to say about Lamar Jackson and the Ravens after they clinched a playoff berth this weekend. The crew debates if the Chiefs are the scariest team in the AFC and if the Bengals are a sneaky threat to the AFC.

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Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Chris Canty debate whether the Chiefs need the #1 seed to reach the Super Bowl. They also discuss whether the Cowboys should rebuild their roster or stick with the current roster for next season. Desmond Howard joins the show to preview the College Football Playoff games this weekend. Additionally, Joe Fortenbaugh shares his best bets for this weekend's slate of games. Lastly, the crew have fun with footage of Cam Newton playing pickleball with Tim Tebow.

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Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Chris Canty debate whether or not the Chargers can compete against elite AFC teams. The crew also discuss which quarterback's performance is more crucial in the upcoming Saturday matchup between Russell Wilson and Lamar Jackson. EJ Manuel joins the show to discuss Georgia's title hopes without their star QB Carson Beck and Ryan Day job security at Ohio State in the College Football Playoffs. Lastly, they react to Cam Newton's comment about "There are no game changers in the NFC".

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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky, Mina Kimes, and Kimberley A. Martin debate if the Ravens can still be considered a Super Bowl threat if they lose to the Steelers this week. The crew debates who will secure the 1 seed in the AFC: the Bills or the Chiefs? Plus, the guys tell us which team is most likely to reach the Super Bowl: the Lions, the Vikings, or the Packers? Stephen A., Mina, and Dan discuss if Jalen Hurts is a top-5 QB in the NFC and which coach has done a better job this season: Sean Payton or Jim Harbaugh?

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On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky and Jason McCourty debate whether it's too soon to coin Josh Allen the MVP. The guys share their predicts for Lamar and Russ' AFC North matchup this weekend. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show for Stephen A's infamous 'What Do You Say Stephen A' segment. Stay tuned to hear Stephen's hot takes! The crew shares their ESPN Triple Play Parlay bets. Lastly, the guys debate whether they want to see upsets or chalk in the CFP?

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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith presents this week's edition of his "A-List" of the top 5 teams in the NFL to Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jeff Saturday, and Kimberley A. Martin. Paul Finebaum joins the show with his picks ahead of this weekend's College Football Playoff action. It's Wednesday so you know what that means-Mad Dog is in the house to tell us what he's mad about this week. The crew reacts to Kevin Durant's comments on the new All-Star Game format. Plus, the guys give their takes on the Yankees' recent offseason moves.

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On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Jeff Saturday react to Michael Penix Jr. being named the Falcons starting QB and whether Cousins or Rodgers is more likely to start in 2025. The guys discuss if Mahomes should play on Saturday. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show to debate how much criticism should Josh Allen get if the Bills miss the Super Bowl. Lastly, the crew discuss which team gets the #1 seed in the NFC. 

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