Domonique Foxworth and Emmanuel Acho join the show to debate who has more on the line this weekend, Dak Prescott or Matthew Stafford. Plus could Joe Burrow and the Bengals go all the way, or is there another team to keep your eye on Wild Card Weekend? The crew also reacts to the firing of David Culley, Colts GM Chris Ballard declining to commit to Carson Wentz and Dwyane Wade saying that Michael Jordan will be forgotten in the G.O.A.T conversation. 
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Hour 1: Playoff Pressure

First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

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Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate who's more important between Joel Embiid or Jalen Brunson in their upcoming 76ers-Knicks first round matchup. Mina Kimes and Damien Woody join the show and react Robert Kraft's alleged sabotage of Bill Belichick's offseason job hunt. They discuss what's on the line for Kevin Durant against the Timberwolves. Lastly, the crew debates which NFC East starting QBs are under the most pressure to succeed this upcoming season.
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Hour 2: What's Next for Belichick?

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate if the Knicks should be worried about the 76ers in their first round matchup. They react to Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA due to his gambling violations. The crew also debates if LeBron can pull off an upset against the Nuggets. Lastly, EJ Manuel and Kimberley A. Martin join the show to discuss if the NFL has mismanaged how they handle young QBs.
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Hour 1: Playoff Payoff

Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Tim Legler discuss if the Warriors should re-sign Klay Thompson this offseason. The crew debates how ready Anthony Davis is for the Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Lastly, Marcus "Swagu" Spears joins the show to discuss the Dallas Cowboys offseason moves, or lack thereof.
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Hour 2: Not a Klay Up

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst and they dive in on the NBA's Western Conference Play-In games, most notably is Warriors' loss to the Kings last night. They also debate whether or not this will be the end of the Warriors as we currently know them and whether or not this season was a failure. The crew also reacts to the Lakers' win over the Pelicans to clinch a playoff spot. Stephen A. goes on an epic rant about the upcoming Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup after both teams exchanged words in the offseason.
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Hour 1: Unmaking of a Dynasty?

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Brian Windhorst debate a potential failed season if the Lakers or Warriors miss the NBA Playoffs. They also discuss Draymond Green's recent comments on the NBA Play-In Tournament. Louis Riddick joins the show to debate whether or not Marvin Harrison Jr. is the best pass-catcher in the NFL Draft. Lastly, Tim Legler joins the show and the crew dives in on the Bucks' playoffs chances and the possibility of moving Damian Lillard.
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Hour 1: Playoff Pressure

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