Le Batard & Friends Network

Today’s word of the day is ‘media day’ as in Super Bowl week as in Roger Goodell as in Chiefs as in Eagles as in international games as in international Super Bowl. Roger Goodell met the media and was forced to answer questions. What did he have to say? (8:18) Is an 18-game NFL season coming? You betcha it is! (15:00) How does Goodell feel about international expansion? He wants it. He sees it. And even a Super Bowl there? (19:31) Is Tom Brady staying on FOX? How can this be allowed? (22:00) Another betting scandal has rocked MLB before the season started. Last year it was Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter. This year it’s an umpire. Wow. (35:15) Review: Sing Sing. (38:40) Myles Garrett wants out of Cleveland. The GM Andrew Berry says they will not trade him. Oh. (46:50) NPPOD. (48:10) We end the show where we started. New Orleans. Super Bowl week. Except this is about the Saints. And a scandal that seems to be brushed under the rug.

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A very popular theory alleges that the U.S. government spent billions of taxpayer dollars to buy cheese ... then stored millions upon millions of pounds of that cheese in underground caves ... and then planted scientists inside fast-food chains ... where they invented new products, such as stuffed-crust pizza ... in order to get Americans to eat said government cheese. Correspondent David Gardner gets to the gooey center of the truth — including, but not limited to: farmers, shadow agencies, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Supreme Court, MrBeast, James Harden's beard and Pete Rose. So, yeah. You should probably listen to this, before joining the rest of America in ordering 12.5 million pizzas on Super Bowl Sunday.

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Amin and Izzy start off the show reacting to the shocking trade that sends Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris, in exchange for Anthony Davis, Maz Christie and a first round draft pick. Mavericks fans are devastated, with some even bringing a coffin to the American Airlines Center -- but should they be? Amin and Izzy break down the implications for the Mavericks' title hopes, L.A.’s future, and how this move could bring about a whole new Luka on and off the court. They also dive into the Spurs’ acquisition of De’Aaron Fox and what it means for their timeline alongside Victor Wembanyama. Plus, they close the show with a special edition of Hot Streak, look ahead to games where trade targets from the past weekend will be reunited: Mavericks vs. Lakers on February 25 and Spurs at Kings on March 7.

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Billy and Stugotz are getting ready to head out to New Orleans, where Stugotz has four times the amount of dinner plans than he does actual dinners. Winners and Losers dips its toe into the NBA where a trade may have let Jerry Jones off the hook in Dallas. Billy has learned that the Pro Bowl games are not for him and also recaps where sports media stands in terms of job importance. Stugotz gives his top 5 power rankings for the 2025 season before the 2024 season even ends.

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Today’s word of the day is ‘shockbuster’ as in shocking as in blockbuster as in Luka Doncic as in Anthony Davis as in the Lakers as in the Mavericks. What in the world happened? We are all stunned. Why did the Mavericks do this? There are so many more questions than answers here. (21:00) De’Aaron Fox was traded to the Spurs. Great get for Wemby! The Bulls shipped out Zach Levine. Here comes the tank. Sorry, Chicago. (26:15) When will the Jimmy Butler saga end? Will it ever end? He has reportedly told the Warriors he won’t sign there. So what is left? (31:00) NPPOD. (35:00) Review: Bad Sisters Season 2. (37:30) Shohei Ohtani gave an update on his pitching. Could it be by May? Earlier? Do the Dodgers need to rush him back? (44:00) Jack Flaherty is back with the Tigers. He was traded by the Tigers to the Dodgers last year. Always fun. (50:00) Faye Vincent died over the weekend. Former MLB commissioner. 

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Today’s word of the day is ‘Steinbrenner’ as in Hal Steinbrenner as in the Yankees as in the Dodgers. Hal came out and essentially said not even us, the mighty Yankees, can keep up with the Dodgers. Wow. (8:25) The Dodgers are donating $100 million to the LA fire recovery effort. Incredible gesture. (14:10) Max Scherzer is in Toronto now. $15.5 million for one year. Really? (16:37) NPPOD. (24:50) Review: Dune 2. (27:12) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Bryce Mitchell’s absurd comments and the lack of punishment from the UFC and Dana White. Interesting. (39:10) Justin Tucker has found himself in a place no one should be in. The same place Deshaun Watson is in. Another massage therapy problem. (48:00) Another investigation into gambling in sports. Here we go again. This time it’s about Terry Rosier, but it’s the same ring that got Jontay Porter ban!

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The crew discusses what are some of the worst numbers in football to wear. They also wonder why the film "Emilia Perez" scoring 13 Oscar nominations is such a controversy, Chris calls Witty to relive his moment where a fan followed him into the bathroom and another edition of unpopular opinions where Jess wonders if Mike Fuentes is ok.

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Its the moment we wait all season for. The Pro Bowl games! Billy thinks the Pro Bowl took a dive once they started moving it from Hawaii to Orlando, but has a conspiracy theory as to why they did so. Mike Golic joins the show to talk about why he doesn't have Chiefs fatigue and what makes New Orleans such a great place for food and to host an event like the Super Bowl. Plus, did Fuentes pull a shady move in his work fantasy football league?

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Is the NFL's total domination good for the business of other sports? Is it OK to watch games alone? Is every dynasty villainous? And how can Fox resolve Tom Brady's conflict of interest with the Raiders? Plus: The Lever of Power, The OnlyCast, the Galukes vs. the Monhonks vs. the Mohunks, rec-erectollections — and an executive leap into the abyss.

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The trade deadline is getting closer, and NBA superstars (*cough* Jimmy) are beginning to throw their weight around... but are Jimmy Butler's antics in Miami really that out of the ordinary? Amin and Izzy explain how every NBA player uses their influence to get the money they think they deserve, even the saintly Steph Curry. Plus, Izzy and Amin play Tug O' War to settle trade rumors involving De'Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine, debate whether Caitlin Clark should compete in the NBA or WNBA three-point contest first, and advise Adam Silver on whether quarters should be 10 or 12 minutes long.

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