Kanell & Bell

We're on TV! Kanell and Bell will remain a daily podcast but today launched as a show on CBS Sports HQ. You can watch Off the Bench with Kanell and Bell at 7 a.m. ET each morning through the website (cbssports.com/live), CBS Spors App or streaming devices. On Monday, Danny and Raja discuss controversial rules that have been exposed in the NFL preseason and the performances of rookie quarterbacks through 2 weeks. The guys react to comments that Nick Saban is overrated and that Klay Thompson wants to remain a Warrior for life. Kanell and Bell then analyze a list of overrated and underrated coaches in college football. Next, we dive deep into Danny's Twitter and Twitter replies. Hana tells us what's socially relevant in sports, and finally, Leftovers!

Raja is joined by David Samson to discuss preseason football including Tom Brady back on the field after a Super Bowl loss, a second in-game look at Sam Darnold and an as-explosive-as-you-can-get-in-the-preseason performance between the Steelers and Packers. The guys that react to suspensions in the MLB, loyalty and tanking in the NBA, and Aaron Judge's injury timetable. Raja and Davis then break down the closest races in the MLB before taking an extremely early look at NBA MVP odds. It's 5-Star Friday so we answer questions from Bench Warmers. Hana tells us what's socially relevant in sports, and finally, Leftovers!

Raja is joined by David Samson to discuss preseason football including Tom Brady back on the field after a Super Bowl loss, a second in-game look at Sam Darnold and an as-explosive-as-you-can-get-in-the-preseason performance between the Steelers and Packers. The guys that react to suspensions in the MLB, loyalty and tanking in the NBA, and Aaron Judge's injury timetable. Raja and Davis then break down the closest races in the MLB before taking an extremely early look at NBA MVP odds. It's 5-Star Friday so we answer questions from Bench Warmers. Hana tells us what's socially relevant in sports, and finally, Leftovers!

Kanell and Bell break down Jalen Ramsey's comments both complimenting and criticizing NFL quarterbacks. The guys discuss whether certain QB evaluations are fair and whether Ramsey should be speaking out like this in general. The guys react to Jon Gruden calling Martavis Bryant 'The White Tiger,' Daryl Morey calling LeBron the best ever, and Lane Johnson claiming he doesn't care about Pats' fans. Danny and Raja analyze fighting in football and baseball and look at a few preseason games scheduled for Thursday night. Hana tells us what's socially relevant in sports, and finally, Leftovers!

Kanell and Bell break down Jalen Ramsey's comments both complimenting and criticizing NFL quarterbacks. The guys discuss whether certain QB evaluations are fair and whether Ramsey should be speaking out like this in general. The guys react to Jon Gruden calling Martavis Bryant 'The White Tiger,' Daryl Morey calling LeBron the best ever, and Lane Johnson claiming he doesn't care about Pats' fans. Danny and Raja analyze fighting in football and baseball and look at a few preseason games scheduled for Thursday night. Hana tells us what's socially relevant in sports, and finally, Leftovers!

Kanell and Bell react to Big Ben going through concussion protocol and issue a further breakdown of injuries across Training Camps this year and how they are handled across the league. The guys also react to Dwight Howard wanting to evolve into a mix of Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant, Kyle Kuzma thinking the Lakers are being underestimated and Carson Wentz saying it will be a close call if he plays in Week 1. Danny and Raja then have a conversation about the unfortunate happenings and developments with Maryland football. Hana lets us know what's socially relevant with a focus on NFL camp shenanigans. Finally, Leftovers!

Kanell and Bell react to Big Ben going through concussion protocol and issue a further breakdown of injuries across Training Camps this year and how they are handled across the league. The guys also react to Dwight Howard wanting to evolve into a mix of Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant, Kyle Kuzma thinking the Lakers are being underestimated and Carson Wentz saying it will be a close call if he plays in Week 1. Danny and Raja then have a conversation about the unfortunate happenings and developments with Maryland football. Hana lets us know what's socially relevant with a focus on NFL camp shenanigans. Finally, Leftovers!

Raja Bell is joined by David Samson as the duo covers two MLB teams trending in opposite directions, discussing the historic pace and greatness of the Red Sox, and the Dodgers disappointing results since acquiring Manny Machado at the All-Star break. Raja and David then react to Aaron Rodgers' backtracking on comments calling out teammates, the Giants playing it smart with Saquon Barkley, Jim Furyk's reluctance to commit to Tiger for the Ryder Cup and bat flip apologies. On Off the Bench we discuss the possibility of Carmelo coming off the bench in Houston, and the concept of star athletes' accepting new roles as their careers progress, as longtime ace Felix Hernandez has been moved to the Mariners bullpen. Summer Reading with Raja covers an epic Kobe diss from Raja's mom, as both Bell and Samson share their transition from being in locker rooms and front offices into the media world and the struggles with that switch. Hana tells us that the NBA dominates on social media, which we knew, the guys tell us why. Finally, Leftovers!

Raja Bell is joined by David Samson as the duo covers two MLB teams trending in opposite directions, discussing the historic pace and greatness of the Red Sox, and the Dodgers disappointing results since acquiring Manny Machado at the All-Star break. Raja and David then react to Aaron Rodgers' backtracking on comments calling out teammates, the Giants playing it smart with Saquon Barkley, Jim Furyk's reluctance to commit to Tiger for the Ryder Cup and bat flip apologies. On Off the Bench we discuss the possibility of Carmelo coming off the bench in Houston, and the concept of star athletes' accepting new roles as their careers progress, as longtime ace Felix Hernandez has been moved to the Mariners bullpen. Summer Reading with Raja covers an epic Kobe diss from Raja's mom, as both Bell and Samson share their transition from being in locker rooms and front offices into the media world and the struggles with that switch. Hana tells us that the NBA dominates on social media, which we knew, the guys tell us why. Finally, Leftovers!

Danny Kanell solo in studio on Monday morning breaking down the PGA Championship and Tiger Woods' near 15th career major victory. He analyzes Tiger's game at this stage in his career, his chances to win majors moving forward, while also discussing the developing stardom of now 3-time major champ Brooks Koepka. Danny then reacts to Willie Mays' comments that Barry Bonds belongs in the Hall of Fame and the Browns QB coach labeling Tyrod Taylor the starter. Kanell continues with discussions on how the Jets should handle their starting QB role and the Vikings outlook in the NFC this year. We introduce 'What Did Danny Do?' focusing on his social media behavior, before Hana shares what's relevant in the landscape of sports social media. Finally, Leftovers...