The CFL Winter Meetings are in the books, so Donnovan takes a tour around the league to check in this offseason. Commissioner Randy Ambrosie stops by to discuss objectives the league has accomplished and some they're still in pursuit of (2:16). Elsewhere in Toronto, Michael 'Pinball' Clemons is basking in the glow of yet another Grey Cup title (15:55), and is already looking forward to the 150th anniversary of the Argonauts - what's to come later in 2023? Redblacks coach Bob Dyce chats having the interim tag removed this offseason, and how he looks at the team heading into his first full season as head coach (27:55). Afterwards, Stampeders coach and GM Dave Dickenson shares some perspective on his dual role and the QB play both in Calgary and around the CFL (37:25).

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Donnovan looks back at an exciting weekend of football, including the Jaguars historic comeback over the Chargers, and the news than former BC Lions QB Nathan Rourke has signed in Jacksonville. Associated Press writer Mark Long discusses what he saw from the Jaguars during (and after) their big comeback, including the play of Trevor Lawrence (5:11). 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk shares his reaction to Rourke's NFL sojourn and discusses QB play in both the CFL and NFL (18:35). Afterwards, Cabbie stops by to help Donnovan sort through his feelings ahead of his beloved Cowboys taking on the Buccaneers, and they revisit some famous emotional NFL playoff moments to wrap things up (32:39).

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The NFL playoffs have officially arrived, and Donnovan takes a trip down to Buffalo to get the skinny on the Bills-Dolphins matchup. Syracuse.com's Matt Parrino stops by to discuss Josh Allen's play, the injury updates in the secondary, and the latest on Damar Hamlin (3:13). Afterwards, former NFL All-Pro linebacker Shawne Merriman chats with Sho on his new MMA venture, life after sports, and to give previews of Chargers-Jags and Bills-Dolphins (19:18). Plus, he weighs in on the legacy of his former opponent Tom Brady. To wrap up, Donnovan and Sho make some Super Bowl predictions and discuss some X-Factors ahead of Super Wild Card weekend.

Sho's X-Factors Piece: https://sprtsnt.ca/3CL8Xqm

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How do audiences consume sports stories vs. news stories? When does one become the other? Donnovan brings on CBC anchor Ian Hanomansing to discuss when the switch is flipped between the two - they also get into his long broadcasting career, how he interacts with viewers and listeners, and the evolution of social media and how it's influenced the way news is reported (3:25). Afterwards, Donnovan and Sho chat about some of their favourite (and not-so-favourite) sports and celebrity interviews and interactions they've experienced over the years.

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Donnovan brings on Raptors Show co-host and producer Alex Wong to help him have a Raptors intervention - what should the direction of this team be heading into the final month before the trade deadline (4:13)? Should they blow it up, or should fans keep the faith with players like Scottie Barnes? What is the tenor of basketball discourse - is it too transaction-based - and what does fandom look like in 2023? Afterwards, Donnovan brings on Sho and Lance to take a look around famous (or infamous) moments in Raptors history, including some of their favourite commercials (37:38).

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Fresh off an appearance on Tim and Friends, Donnovan revisits some Raptors-related comments he made last night - do Raptors fans need to R-E-L-A-X a little, or should the team sell at the deadline for a better draft pick? Sho joins him to discuss the remainder of the 2022-23 season, which side of the debate he's on, and whether or not players and coaches can truly embrace the tank. Afterwards, KiSS 92.5's Shem stops by the studio to share his Raptors opinions - are most fans as fed up as him (22:24)? Plus, Donnovan and Sho recap the Georgia beatdown of TCU in the National Championship Game, and debate the future of QB Stetson Bennett.

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The 2022 NFL regular season is officially over, and Donnovan puts a bow on it with the help of SN Bets Executive Producer Cabbie. They discuss the Bills' finale in Orchard Park, Dak Prescott's play (and whether or not he could be replaced in the offseason), the Packers missing the playoffs at the hands of the Lions, and Jamaal Williams' memorable post-game interview. They also get to the current outlook for the Toronto Raptors, debate some New Year's resolutions, and convene Dad Jury for the first time in 2023.

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Is the biggest football game over the next few days actually in the world of college football? With TCU vs. Georgia set for Monday night, Donnovan brings on some experts to help him get ready: Sportsnet's Hayley McGoldrick stops by the studio and discusses the season to-date, including Stetson Bennett (no relation to Donnovan) vs. Max Duggan to end the year, the road that both Texas and Georgia have taken to get here, and her beloved Ohio State (6:08). Afterwards, ESPN's Adam Rittenberg chats the state of the college game itself, where it can grow from here, and also gets to the next chapter for Coach Deion 'Primetime' Sanders (43:42).

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With Damar Hamlin continuing to recover, Donnovan brings on a few medical professionals to shed some light on what happened on the field in Cincinnati, and to go deep on the possible injury that has been discussed. Jeff Stotts, Certified Athletic Trainer, shares some insight on sports injuries, and narrows his focus to the NFL (3:00). Grant James, a PhD student with a specialty in Biomedical Engineering, stops by for a quick update on what exactly commotio cordis is (19:56). Afterwards, Dianna Moulden, Lead Therapist for the CEBL's River Lions and physiotherapist for Team Canada's bobsleigh and skeleton teams, shares some experiences she's had in her career treating professional athletes in life-threatening situations (26:29).

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With the continuing coverage of the Damar Hamlin injury, Donnovan brings on St. Bonaventure's Director of Journalism Brian Moritz to take a look at how ESPN handled a difficult situation on Monday Night Football (13:32). What did the decisions coming out of the production truck look like? Afterwards, The Big Story's host - and former Sportsnet magazine writer - Jordan Heath-Rawlings stops by to discuss the inherent violence that exists within the sport of football (37:22).

Jordan's article: https://www.sportsnet.ca/magazine/just-the-way-we-like-it-in-defence-of-the-nfl/

Brian's sports media thoughts: https://www.sportsmediaguy.com/

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