In The Zone with Anthony Smith
​"Where the game never ends and the analysis never sleeps."
​Welcome to In The Zone with Anthony Smith, your premier destination for high-octane sports talk and deep-dive gridiron analysis. Hosted by Anthony Smith, this podcast bridges the gap between the casual fan and the hardcore strategist, delivering a mix of radio-style energy and modern podcast grit.
​From the high-stakes drama of the NFL offseason and Super Bowl post-mortems to the pulse of Kansas college and high school athletics, Anthony brings you the stories that matter. Whether we’re breaking down veteran retirement rumors, analyzing "cut-throat" roster moves, or navigating the road to the Draft, we provide the context you won't find on the highlight reel.
​What to expect on In The Zone:
​In-Depth Breakdowns: Detailed analysis of the league's biggest headlines and coaching decisions.
​The Rival’s Perspective: Unfiltered takes on divisional rivalries and locker room culture.
​Offseason Blueprints: Comprehensive guides to Free Agency, the NFL Draft, and salary cap maneuvers.
​Strategic Insights: Expert commentary on DFS, player stats, and the "X’s and O’s" of the game.
​Join Anthony Smith every week as he cuts through the noise to bring you the facts, the fire, and the future of the sports world.
​Get in the game. Get in the huddle. Get In The Zone.

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Welcome.to In The Zone with Anthony Smith, where headlines meet perspective, scores meet.substance, and the game is always bigger than the final whistle. This isn't just sports talk. This is analysis without bias. Conversation without agendas. And commentary built for people who want to understand the game- not argue about it.

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In this episode we take a deep dive into the NFL coaches shake up. How the face of the AFC North landscape has changed, as one gets pushed away and one steps away. But while one gets pushed away the same is being pulled in and not just by front office but by the teams QB

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College football turned upside down in the College Football Playoff — and nothing feels the same anymore.
On this episode of In The Zone with Anthony Smith, we break down Miami’s historic upset of Ohio State in what may be the biggest shock in CFP history. Is “The U” officially back? We also dive into Indiana’s dominant Rose Bowl blowout of Alabama, a win that sent shockwaves through the sport and raised serious questions about the Crimson Tide’s future under Kalen DeBoer.
Plus, we examine the fallout from Alabama’s worst postseason loss ever, what it means for the SEC power structure, and why the Big 12 is once again under fire after Texas Tech’s latest playoff humiliation. Are traditional power programs losing their grip on college football — or is this chaos the new normal in the expanded CFP era?
From historic wins to program-defining losses, this episode covers the moments, the numbers, and the narratives reshaping college football right before our eyes.
🎙️ This is In The Zone.

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The NBA is deep into enough into the season where teams can't hide anymore.
The NFL is entering its most ruthless stretch- Black Monday season
Front offices are showing their hands,
Stars are positioning themselves and legacies are quietly being negotiated in real time.

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Today we're tackling a topic that sends shivers down the spine of every NFL fan: the sudden, shocking early retirement of superstar players. We've seen it before, players walking away at the peak of their powers, leaving millions on the table and legacies unfinished. But why? And more importantly, with recent comments from Cincinnati Bengals' franchise quarterback, Joe Burrow, is history about to repeat itself?

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In today's episode of In The Zone with Anthony, we break down three major stories shaking the NFL: Joe Burrow opens up about losing the joy in football-is this burnout or something deeper? Cam Newton feels disrespected after the Colts sign Philip Rivers - and he calls it a slap in the face. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers meltdown against the Falcons- who's really to blame for the collapse?
Honest takes, deep analysis, and raw truth- this is In The Zone.

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The $45 Million Price Tag: Venables' Blueprint, Kiffin Bowl Drama, and the Historic Tunnel Controversy

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Host Anthony Smith is In The Zone to break down a chaotic Week 12 that redefined the College Football Playoff picture and exposed the financial stakes of the modern game.

This week's CFB Blitz episode dives into:

 * CFP Chaos: Oklahoma's Brent Venables proves he has the blueprint for beating Alabama, handing the Tide a devastating loss and shining an uncomfortable spotlight on their running game. Plus, why Georgia is a virtual CFP lock and why we can officially end the Texas hype.

 * The $45 Million Question: We analyze the stunning decision by Maryland to retain Coach Michael Locksley, focusing on the cold, hard economics. The move avoids a $13 million buyout and an estimated $32.7 million in losses, redirecting a nine-figure sum toward NIL and fiscal stability—a look at the new calculus of coaching.

 * The Tunnel Controversy: A deep dive into the shocking viral video from the Texas A&M/South Carolina game where a Texas LEO deliberately bumped a player. We discuss the "eye-sore" incident and the need for professionalism around the game.

 * Heisman Hype: Highlighting the week's most unique performance: Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, the two-way terror who demands an invite to New York.

This is the ultimate breakdown of the chaos, the cash, and the controversies from the CFB gridiron.

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Get inside the locker room of the NFL most unforgettable storylines with In The Zone with Anthony Smith. Each week, Anthony unpacks the psychology of the league's Loudest silences, most calculated coaching moves, and motivational mind games. From the drama surrounding the Jets' media blackout, to the legacy moves of Bill Belichick, to the masterclass leadership of Mike Tomlin- you'll hear sharp analysis, real stories, and the strategies that define winning from the sidelines in addition to Brian Kelly filing a lawsuit against LSU. No script. No filters. Just unvarnished truth about nflpower, perception, and performance.

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Anthony Smith takes you "In The Zone" for high stakes, high-drama night in the NBA. The Dallas Mavericks are in shambles after the firing of GM Nico Harrison, unraveling the aftermath of the Luka Doncic blockbuster and exploring the profiles of potential saviors. Meanwhile, Madison Square Garden is rocking-the Knicks' sudden turnaround has fans forgetting.the James Dolan drama, proving that winning can change the narrative overnight. Dive deep into front office strategy, fan sentiment, and what it takes to revive a franchise in crisis.

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