Mid-Days On The Fanatic

(0:00:00 - 11:28:62 ) Andrew opens up the show recapping a little bit of the QB ranking list from yesterday that had Jalen Hurts as the 17th best QB in the NFL. What does this say about how the national narrative is of Philadelphia and how they know it will get us riled up. And then we dive into some Phillies spring training talk.

(11:36:43 – 33:21:76) What are the vibes of the fanbase after day one of pitchers and catchers? Have the Phillies gotten any better to keep up with the Braves and Dodgers?

(33:29:32 – 53:09:06) Why do national outlets continue to poke at our Philadelphia athletes? Where would you have Jalen Hurts ranked in the NFL at the QB position? And what stock do you take in national

(53:16:86 – 1:16:24) Matt Gelb joins the show to give us the scoop coming after day 1 of spring training

(1:16:32 – 1:37:32) Andrew and Ray go through and rank their Top 10 QBs in the NFL right now.

(1:37:39 – 2:01:11) We still look around the league and see what the formula has been in being successful year in and year out. What can QBs do to prove that they are worth these mega contracts.

(2:01:18 – 2:22:50 ) NCAA released a new trailer for their ncaa 25 game. Andrew wants to know what sports game can you always go to and play it repeatedly.

(2:22:58 -  ) We wrap up our QB conversation and what should we expect from Jalen Hurts moving forward along with picking winners for our best video games.

Matt Gelb joins the show to give us the scoop coming after day 1 of spring training. Zack Wheeler extension? Can the Phillies get outfield help? 

Mid-Day Show 2/14

(0:00:00 – 10:48:63) Howie Roseman was back to his scheming again putting out messaging that Hasson Reddick can go seek a trade. Then it comes out from Reddick himself that he doesn’t want to be traded but he understands it’s a business. Do you have faith in Howie Roseman going into this offseason?

(10:56:57 – 31:29:24) Woj along with Ramona Shelbourne dropped another bomb in the wake to the NBA Trade Deadline. Reports coming out of the Sixers camp that they reached out to the Lakers regarding the availability of one Lebron James, along with the Suns Kevin Durant. Does this mean anything to you going forward as the Sixers are set up with a ton of cap space in the offseason?

(31:36:67 – 52:32:77) It’s “Rankings” season in the NFL as every website  and their mother is putting out the Top 10 Lists and of course there are people slandering Jalen Hurts name already. Andrew also gets to your calls about reacting to Lebron James.

(52:40:39 – 1:14:44) Do you have faith in Howie Roseman to build this roster back up into another Super Bowl Contender? And sure everyone has their opinions about Lebron, but Andrew wants to know the basketball reason why you would not want him.

(1:14:52 -1:36:56 ) Jalen Hurts had his struggles last year but Andrew dives into why it is crazy to have him below the likes of Geno Smith and Kirk Cousins. And we go back to the phones to get the listeners reactions to the list and the thought of Lebron James coming to the Sixers.  

(1:37:04 – 2:00:55) Matt Breen joins the show to dive more into the Jalen Hurts/Howie Roseman talk along with some Phillies pitchers and catchers talk and rounds it out on Sixers trade deadline moves.

(2:02:03 – 2:23:19) Ramona Shelburne the person who has the NBA world talking this morning about the thoughts of Lebron James leaving LA joins the show.

(2:23:19 – 2:52:38 ) Andrew and Connor round out the show talking about some things shaking out in San Francisco in the aftermath of their Super Bowl loss. Also some reports are coming out from day 1 of pitchers and catchers.

Ramona Shelburne the person who has the NBA world talking this morning about the thoughts of Lebron James leaving LA joins the show.

Matt Breen joins the show to dive more into the Jalen Hurts/Howie Roseman talk along with some Phillies pitchers and catchers talk and rounds it out on Sixers trade deadline moves.

(00:00-10:04) Now that the dust has settled on the NFL season, Andrew proclaims Jalen Hurts is still a top tier QB. 

(10:20- 32:09) The Sixers get their flowers, as the new-look lineup took down the red-hot Cavs last night.  Anderw discusses expectations for this team without the big man.

(32:21-53:32) Conversation shifts to what’s next for the Eagles.  How much faith should fans have in the young defensive players already in Philly?

(53:45-1:17:29) Andrew’s jealous of other MLB teams making moves.  Jeff McLane reacts to the Super Bowl and how far away the Eagles are from the Chiefs and 49ers.  What should be expected of the Eagles in this offseason?

(1:17:41-1:35:14) There’s a harsh reality that the defensive-line may look very different next year.  It’s the 30-year anniversary of John Chaney threatening to kill John Calipari.

(1:35:27- 1:58:28) Haason Reddick announces he did NOT ask for a trade.  Andrew & Ray react and theorize what this means in the scheme of the offseason.  How much faith do you have in Nolan Smith?

(1:58:38- 2:20:58) If they haven’t already, you need to say Andy Reid is one of the greatest coaches in NFL history.

(2:21:12-2:50:43) More news about Haason Reddick comes out who apparently wants to stay in Philly, but Howie may not want him back.  What are other options if Reddick does not return?

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins the midday show reacting to the Super Bowl and how far away the Eagles are from the Chiefs and 49ers.  He then goes on to talk about what Eagles fans should expect this offseason and storylines to keep eyes out for 

(0:00-12:46) Andrew opens up the show reacting to the Super bowl, the Chiefs are officially a dynasty. Over the weekend news broke that Haason Reddick received permission from the Eagles to seek a trade. He is one of many defensive players Howie will likely need to replace.

(12:54-31:09) How do you want Howie to attack the defensive holes this offseason? What will the defense look like? Daryl Morey spoke the John Kincade Show and Andrew reacts to that conversation, plus the likely news that Kyle Lowry will be joining the Sixers.

(31:12-53:16) Andrew compares how the Eagles are to the 49ers and the Chiefs. Callers weigh in with their opinion, and Ray opens a poll to ask the people what they prefer the Eagles do to attack the defensive issues.

(53:23-1:16:01) The conversation continues regarding the comparison of the super bowl teams to the Eagles. Phone calls are taken to chime in with their thoughts as well.

(1:16:04-1:35:20) Stop comparing Patrick Mahomes to Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni to Andy Reid. Andrew and Ray talk about why it doesn’t make sense to hate Andy Reid and what he’s doing in Kansas City.

(1:35:27-1:58:15) Andrew goes back to the phones to deal with San Francisco fans, he shares Fletcher Cox Instagram story post calling out Deebo Samuel as well. Daryl Morey’s interview from the John Kincade show is replayed.

(1:58:18-2:22:07) Andrew and Ray react to the answers Daryl Morey provided for the morning shows questions and how their feelings about this season remain.

(2:22:15-2:50:59) Andrew and Ray wrap up the show finalizing their super bowl thoughts and the day’s topics.

Today, Andrew opens the show reacting to the Sixers trade deadline moves last night. The Sixers traded away Jaden Springer, Daniel House, Marcus Morris, Pat Beverly, Furkan Korkmaz. The Sixers acquired Buddy Hied and Cam Payne and a couple of picks. Andrew plays a clip from Lane Johnson confirming what Nick Bosa had said about the Eagles during the regular season. That was the beginning of the demise of the team and confirms Andrew not wanting Nick Sirianni back. Britain Covey also spoke on the season. Andrew opens up the phone lines to talk about the Sixers and the Eagles. Plus, some fun Superbowl props for the halftime show.

 (00:00- 9:31) It’s deadline day! What do we expect to see and what do we want to see?  Andrew & Ray speculate on what we might see in the NBA today.

(9:45- 30:45) Breaking news, Buddy Hield is coming to Philadelphia! Bob Cooney joins the show and reacts in real time with Andrew.

(30:58-53:30) Andrew continues to unpack the trade and he’s thrilled.  Brian Johnson is on the move!

(53:45- 1:14:17) The New York Knicks may be outdueling the Sixers. It seems like the 76ers are clearing space to add Kyle Lowry.

(1:14:28-1:36:34) Other than a few outliers, 2nd round compensation isn’t too much to give up.

(1:36:49-1:57:43) Fans weigh in on the recent moves and their expectations moving forward.

(1:57:53- 2:22:03) Trade reaction continues both in Philly and the rest of the league.

(2:22:15-2:49:18) Pat Bev gets traded to Milwaukee! A mixed reaction and leaves Ray & Andrew wondering if there’s still another move.