Today's show features two great discussions with people who experienced once-in-a-lifetime sporting events in person. Mitch chats with Nick Edmonds & Ron Schiltz about the 2017 Rose Bowl game, the atmosphere in the stadium, and how the drama unfolded before their eyes. And Tyler Tesson calls in to share his reaction from attending the Winter Classic in St. Louis, and give a couple of thoughts on the upcoming NFL playoff games.

Mitch rings in the new year by bringing back two of his favorite guests. First MMA writer Jose Youngs recaps UFC 207, breaking down the rise of Cody Garbrandt and the fall of Ronda Rousey. And Chris Miller stops by to look at the NFL playoff field, and assess the head coaching vacancies at the conclusion of the regular season.

Bradford Bruns rejoins the show for the second half of the College Football Bowl preview, as he and Mitch make some important picks including the two playoff semifinals. And CJ Dear calls in to break down Week 17 in the NFL, make his prediction for the showdown between Detroit & Green Bay, and explain who he thinks should win the MVP.

Joe Crisalli joins Mitch in recapping an interesting Week 16 in the NFL, which featured injuries to Derek Carr & Marcus Mariota, a division-clinching performance by the Steelers, and the elimination of the defending Super Bowl Champion Denver Broncos. And Jose Youngs calls in to preview UFC 207, discuss the return of Ronda Rousey, the brilliance of Dominick Cruz, and forecast what the future holds for Conor McGregor.

Mitch talks to George Panossian & Brett Connors about the NBA games on Christmas, some early tennis predictions for the female tour, and the best travel recommendations. And Sean Sullivan previews Week 16 in the NFL, and gives his thoughts on college football stars skipping their bowl games.

Chris Miller re-joins the show to break down New England's winning ways, Oakland's return to the postseason, and breakdown the NFL playoff picture logjam after Week 15. And Mitch dusts off "Three Things," where he discusses three topics in the world of sports that really get him going.

Bradford Bruns joins the show to make some confidence picks in all of the college football bowl games (Part 1 of 2), and Tom Weisenbach swings by (55:30) to preview a full slate of Week 15 games in the NFL.

Todd "Speedburner" Robinson joins the show to discuss Russell Westbrook's dominance, fantasy basketball studs, and what the 2017 men's tennis tour will look like. And Ryan Soles calls in to break down the Patriots impressive win over the Ravens, debate the timing of the Jeff Fisher firing, and help Mitch count down the top 10 NFL running backs of all-time.

It's an NFL heavy show as Brandon Marcus joins to breakdown all the Week 14 drama, including the resurgence of Aaron Rodgers, the Giants' impressive victory over the Cowboys, and the sad state of affairs for the Rams. And Tyler Tesson calls in to discuss poor quarterback play across the league, and dives into NHL storylines as things begin to take shape on the ice.

On this edition of the Money Mitch Effect, NFL Media's Heather Pink joins the show to discuss her career journey, Chicago sports roots, and much more. And Chris Miller stops by to discuss Klay Thompson's 60 point explosion, Week 14's slate of games, and preview the Thursday night showdown between the Raiders & Chiefs.