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It’s the Best of Throw Up Tackle from this week, with THE! Mario Washington, The Dok, and LJ revisiting some of the week’s biggest arguments. The crew gets into Deshaun Watson getting booed in Cleveland, his response to Browns fans, and whether the disastrous deal to bring him to Cleveland deserves to be called the worst trade in NFL history. Then the debate shifts to the NBA as Klay Thompson heads to Miami and The Dok makes it clear he thinks the future Hall of Famer is officially washed.

Plus, are the Carolina Panthers being overlooked in the NFC South? The guys debate Bryce Young, the pressure on Xavier Legette and Carolina’s chances of winning the division before Toss Up brings even more chaos with an NFL player returning to college, Ohio State versus the field for the national championship, Tua versus Michael Penix Jr. in Atlanta, and a debate over whether Luka Doncic is even a top-five player in the NBA.

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College football is changing fast, but could the next step actually be former NFL players returning to campus?

Juan Singleton and former NFL player and coach James Saxon dive into the possibility of players with college eligibility remaining returning to the college game after getting a taste of the NFL. They discuss NIL money, the increasingly blurry line between amateur and professional football, conference resistance to returning pros, and how this could reshape recruiting and player development. Saxon also takes listeners inside NFL roster cutdown day, explaining the difficult decisions coaches make and recalling what it felt like when he was cut from an NFL roster himself.

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On this episode of Throw Up Tackle, THE! Mario Washington, The Dok, and LJ start at home with the Carolina Panthers after a much better preseason showing against Jacksonville. Is Bryce Young and the offense finally starting to click, and can Carolina take advantage of a wide-open NFC South? The guys also put the spotlight on Xavier Legette and debate whether it's time for the former first-round pick to start showing more.

The conversation gets deeper with a debate about media ethics after Josh Allen criticized how personal news involving teammate Ed Oliver's family was reported. Plus, the crew looks back at Nick Chubb's career, discusses why NFL running backs need to get paid while they can, and plays Toss Up with the strange new world of college football eligibility, Ohio State's brutal schedule, Atlanta's Tua Tagovailoa versus Michael Penix Jr. quarterback battle, and the Pacers versus Jazz.

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Dustin Caldwell recaps a big opening week of South Carolina high school football, including Hough’s defensive showdown with Northwestern and standout performances from Joshua Dobson and Northwestern sophomore Dash Holley. Plus, Rock Hill makes a statement with its road win over Irmo, weather creates havoc across the schedule, and Dustin runs through other notable results from around the state while looking ahead to another week of Carolina high school football.

On this episode of Throw Up Tackle, THE! Mario Washington, The Dok, and LJ dig into Deshaun Watson’s deteriorating relationship with Cleveland after getting booed by Browns fans and firing back at the fan base. The crew debates whether Watson has earned any sympathy, whether Shedeur Sanders should eventually take over, and whether Cleveland’s decision to trade for Watson belongs among the worst moves in NFL history.

Then things get heated over Klay Thompson joining Miami and DeMar DeRozan heading to Denver, with The Dok declaring Klay officially washed. Plus, the guys hit the headlines, discuss the strange state of college football, and debate what it means when a player can sign with an NFL team and still find his way back onto a college roster.

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Now THAT looked more like it. After an ugly performance against Buffalo raised plenty of concerns, the Carolina Panthers responded with a 34-17 preseason win over Jacksonville and finally gave fans something positive to build on.

On this episode of Carolina Confidential, Gerrell Wheeler reacts to the Panthers' bounce-back performance, the improvement from the offense, the players making their case as roster decisions approach, and what Carolina still needs to show before the games start counting. One good preseason night doesn't answer every question, but it certainly feels better than what Panthers fans saw a week ago.

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It’s the Best of Throw Up Tackle from this week, bringing together some of the biggest debates and funniest moments from THE! Mario Washington, The Dok, and LJ.

The crew starts with LeBron James and the new-look Philadelphia 76ers. With Philly landing 34 nationally televised games and a favorable early schedule, the guys debate whether the NBA is rolling out the red carpet for LeBron, why the league continues to revolve around its biggest stars, and whether keeping Joel Embiid healthy might actually be the Sixers’ biggest concern.

Then things get weird in the boxing world as Ray J and Orlando Brown step into the ring, leading to a conversation about celebrity boxing and where the line should be drawn between entertainment and the real sport. The guys also give Claressa Shields her respect after another dominant performance.

The Lakers ownership situation takes center stage as Jeanie Buss fights to maintain control of the family franchise amid another potential ownership shakeup. The crew discusses what the changing economics of professional sports could mean for teams traditionally associated with family ownership.

Finally, Russell Westbrook’s retirement sparks a debate about his legacy among the greatest point guards ever. Somehow that turns into an even bigger argument when LJ declares John Stockton the second-greatest point guard of all time and ranks him ahead of Steph Curry. From there, all bets are off.

Catch up on the conversations you missed with the Best of Throw Up Tackle, where sports and pop culture collide.

NFL preseason isn't just about getting ready for Week 1. For players fighting for a roster spot, every snap can determine whether their NFL dream continues.

On this episode of Up Close, Too Far Away, Juan Singleton and former NFL player and coach James Saxon go inside training camp and break down what coaches are really watching during the preseason. Saxon explains why consistency matters, how coaches evaluate young players when the game speeds up, and the difficult decisions teams face when choosing between a promising young prospect and a proven veteran. He also explains why high draft picks often get more opportunities to prove themselves while undrafted players may have only a handful of reps to make an impression.

Saxon also shares a great story about watching Hall of Fame offensive tackle Willie Roaf and realizing that appearances can be deceiving when evaluating NFL talent. The conversation explores joint practices, training-camp fights, and why practicing against another team can provide a valuable test before the regular season begins.

Then the roles reverse as Saxon starts asking the questions. Juan offers his perspective from the media side as they discuss the relationship between players, coaches and journalists, the growing influence of sports-media personalities, and the controversy surrounding Stephen A. Smith and the National Association of Black Journalists.

It's another look at the NFL from perspectives you don't always hear: the coach, the player and the journalist.

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Things get heated quickly on this episode of Throw Up Tackle as THE! Mario Washington, The Dok, and LJ dive into the strange situation surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers and their rapidly changing ownership picture. With the franchise reportedly valued at $12.5 billion, the guys discuss Jeanie Buss fighting to maintain control, the changing nature of professional sports ownership, and whether family-run franchises are becoming a thing of the past.

Then the crew gives Russell Westbrook his flowers following his retirement. Where does the former MVP, nine-time All-Star, and triple-double machine rank among the greatest point guards ever? That question somehow turns into a full-blown battle after LJ declares John Stockton the second-greatest point guard of all time, even ranking him ahead of Steph Curry. Yes, it gets exactly as heated as you would expect.

Finally, it's time for True or False. Should winning the Heisman automatically protect your college jersey number? Was a three-homer performance the greatest MLB debut ever? Could Tua Tagovailoa have his best season in Atlanta? And can the Chicago Bears still call themselves Chicago's team if they move across state lines to Indiana?

Lakers drama, NBA history, ridiculous debates, and plenty of laughs. It's another episode of Throw Up Tackle, where sports and pop culture collide.

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Dustin Caldwell gets you ready for the opening week of South Carolina high school football with a look at the biggest games, top players, and storylines to watch. From Northwestern’s showdown with North Carolina powerhouse Hough to Rock Hill taking on Irmo and defending state champion South Pointe beginning its new campaign, Dustin breaks down a loaded opening-week schedule. Plus, get familiar with some of the area’s top college prospects and other must-watch matchups from around the state.