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Big moves, bold takes, and a little chaos — we’ve got a loaded episode. Nico Iamaleava’s headed to UCLA for $1.5M, but that’s $2.5M less than what he wanted from Tennessee... Yikes. Marcus Freeman and Syracuse’s HC are sounding off, Notre Dame football QB Steve Angeli is now in the portal, and a freshman All-American from Colorado just dipped — with teammate drama to match. NFL-wise, the “Meeting of the Aarons” (Rodgers vs. Glenn) was apparently a disaster. Is Ashton Jeanty rising up draft boards? And are those heartfelt letters to NFL teams doing anything? We’re closing it out with NBA playoff talk — Cavs buzz and play-in reactions. Let’s talk ball on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Intro Tease
0:55 - Transfer Portal Trauma
4:20 - Notre Dame Football & Transfers
10:40 - College Players speak on the difficulties building team culture today
15:00 - Shedeur Sanders & Travis Hunter's Jersey Retirements
19:45 - WILD: Aaron Rodgers vs New York Jets Coach Aaron Glenn
26:00 - NFL Draft: Ashton Jeanty's Stock is Rising
31:30 - NBA Playoffs: Cleveland Cavs are POISED for a run
33:00 - Should there be a specific Super Bowl location?

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In this unforgettable episode, we’re joined by the electric and always insightful John Fanta of FOX Sports! Whether you’re a diehard college basketball fan, aspiring sports broadcaster, or just love a great man's story, this episode brings the heat with insider insights on the Big East, the impact of NIL deals, and what it really takes to make it in sports media today.

0:00 - Shaq, Lionel Richie, and John-Freaking-Fanta 
2:08 - Authenticity, Teammate, & Always Learning | John’s Sports Passion 
10:40 - The Moment John Knew His Calling
14:40 - Energy Is Good, Gratitude Is Fuel
19:05 - Adversity & Perspective | John’s Journey To Now
30:45 - Fatherhood & Parenthood In Sports
35:15 - Can Georgetown Return to Glory?
38:00 - Why The Big East Is DIFFERENT
40:45 - Future of NIL and Transfer Portal in College Basketball
44:45 - Ohio (and Cleveland) Against The World
53:00 - John’s North Star 

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Rory McIlroy finally wins The Masters and joins golf’s elite with a career Grand Slam—14 years in the making! 🏆 The guys dive deep into the mental side of golf and debate which sports demand the most mental toughness vs. physical dominance. Plus, they LOVE The Masters’ no-phone policy—should more events follow suit?

In college football, former-Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava stuns the program with massive NIL demands and starts shopping offers. Oregon’s Dan Lanning gets involved and things get spicy. 💸🔥

NBA Playoffs preview! Scott’s all in on the Cavs, Nick’s eyeing the Lakers. Can LeBron and Luka take over the West?

Oh—and Skip Bayless drops actual good takes on Jubilee?!

🎧 Don’t miss this one.

0:00 - Masters Mania: Rory FINALLY WINS
3:47 - DEBATE: Is Golf The MOST Mental Sport?
12:50 - Tradition: LIV vs PGA Tour and the Future of the Golf
16:47 - What Is Rory's Win Like in NFL Terms?
19:00 - NIL & Transfer Portal Controversies Intensify!
35:00 - NBA Playoffs Predictions
36:52 - Skip Bayless Stands In the POCKET

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College sports are in a strange place as NIL money is running WILD. Have we lost the plot as to what made college ball special and if we can bring back dire wolves, can’t we figure out the college transfer portal? Plus the NFL draft is fast approaching - how do athletes mentally prepare for this moment? Then what do you do after?… We talk all these things with a former Notre Dame All-American, 8-year NFL veteran, attorney and +20-year D1 Director of Athletics, Larry Williams on today’s episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Intro
0:21 - Guest Introduction
1:30 - How NFL Free Agency Came To Be
7:30 - The Difference: Old Era vs New Era NFL Players
11:20 - Is The NFL & College Sports At Risk Of Losing THIS?
17:07- Being A D-1 Athletic Director in the Pre- & Post-NIL Age
24:45 - The Future Of Each Sport in NIL Era & Relegation
29:20 - Expansion of NFL in Europe
30:50 - The POSITIVES of the NIL Era in College Sports
32:42 - How to Preserve Competitive Parity
35:20 - What Will Fill the VOID of the late-PAC-12 
38:15 - NFL Draft Experience & Preparation 
40:30 - The Future of College Football GMs 

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MADNESS: Florida's legendary comeback, Houston’s heart-stopping collapse, and the controversial officiating that had fans fired up. We break down the lessons from Duke’s and Houston’s meltdowns, plus the rise of Walter Clayton Jr., the no-star recruit. Then, we turn the spotlight on Shedeur Sanders, whose pro-day performance has NFL scouts buzzing and 'patting' about—will he land with a top team in the upcoming draft? And we can’t forget Dan Hurley’s bold take on Midwest / West Coast softness. It's a packed episode with big moves and even bigger stories!

0:00 - Houston Collapses In National Championship Game
5:30 - Why Adaptability Is A Secret To Winning
9:20 - Is Officiating Making Basketball Unbearable to Watch?
15:22 - Cloaked Arrogance vs True Sportsmanship Among Competitors
17:00 - DEBATE: Has the 'Help-Me-Up' Gesture Gone Too Far In Sports?
23:03 - UCONN Coach Dan Hurley Jabs At Midwest & West Coast Softness
29:20 - Carolina Panthers Sign Basketball Player as a TE
32:07 - Dire Wolf Is Back but the Cleveland Browns Still Can't Find a QB
34:10 - Shedeur Sanders Pro-Day Buzz

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During the NCAA Final Four, Duke suffered an epic collapse against Kelvin Sampson's Houston team, which rallied from a double-digit deficit to reach the National Championship against Florida. The guys discuss Coach Sampson's culture of tenacity, defense, and toughness at Houston. They also debate the title game, where Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr. has been dominant. On the NHL front, Wayne Gretzky witnessed Alex Ovechkin break his all-time goal-scoring record. The guys also talk about Deion Sanders’ coaching at Colorado’s pro day and Cal copying Stanford by giving GM Ron Rivera more control over their football program. All this and more on this episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Build Culture, Stack Wins
10:15 - Worst Sports Collapse Ever?
12:30 - Florida vs Houston and History Made
15:15 - Ovechkin Breaks the GOAT's NHL Scoring Record
20:35 - Will This Record Ever Be Broken?
22:35 - Deion Sanders: Is This Leadership Or Disrespectful?
26:45 - Another College Football Change

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The Lakers vs. Warriors rivalry intensifies with Jimmy Butler now on Golden State, sparking a heated debate on whether this is a true playoff showdown or just star power on display. We dive into the NBA’s three-point revolution and how it's reshaping the game, while Butler’s leadership injects fresh energy into the Warriors. Meanwhile, Ja Morant's controversial g*n celebration puts the NBA in a bind over self-expression vs. responsibility. In the NFL, Geno Smith’s Las Vegas Raiders deal raises eyebrows, and Joe Milton’s potential to replace Dak Prescott has fans buzzing. Meanwhile, NFL sack-king Trey Hendrickson’s contract standoff with Bengals ownership threatens to shake up the defense. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup!

0:00 - Lakers vs Warriors Crazy Finish
1:18 - What's The Future of the NBA?
4:28 - Ja Morant and Pro Sport Celebrations Have Gone Too Far
12:48 - Is This The Greatest Winning Strategy In The NFL?
18:36 - When Owner-Player Negotiations Turn Personal and Ugly
28:43 - Cowboys Willing to Move On From QB?!
34:00 - TOP-3 NFL Pick Shipped Off to Canada Already

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Today on No Warmup, the guys dive into the controversial Tush Push, discussed by NFL GMs, owners, and coaches at their annual meeting in Florida. They debate whether it should be banned or is a natural innovation. Coaches like Mike Vrabel support it, while Sean McDermott opposes it. The Eagles' success with the play has fueled the debate.

In NFL news, Jerry Jones bypasses Micah Parsons' agent to negotiate directly, and the Cleveland Browns' Haslam family admits their mistake with Deshaun Watson’s contract. The guys discuss how the Browns can move forward.

In college basketball, the NIL era leads players like Notre Dame’s Olivia Miles to earn more by staying in college than joining the WNBA. On the NBA front, Nikola Jokic sets an NBA record with 61 points in a triple-double, sparking a debate on his legacy and media perception. All this and more on No Warmup.

0:00 - NFL Coaches-Owners Meeting
1:07 - Why The NFL WILL Ban The Tush Push
15:15 - Dallas Cowboys Chaos: Jerry Jones & Micah Parsons Battle
20:30 - A First: NFL Owner Admits His WRONG
22:50 - Athlete's Dilemma Today: Go Pro or Stay & Get Paid In College
31:25 - Why The NBA Celebrates Some Athletes And Ignore Others
37:40 - The State of Indiana Is The Heart Of Basketball in the USA
40:22 - When A Coach's Emotion Goes Too Far

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Today on No Warmup, the fellas debate whether modern athletes are better than those of the past, sparked by the New York Yankees' new torpedo bat and their MLB record for home runs through three games. LeBron James also discussed Giannis Antetokounmpo’s dominance in the 1970s on the Pat McAfee Show. The guys dive into whether the difference in performance is due to athletes being bigger, stronger, and faster or advancements in technology, nutrition, and training. On the basketball front, March Madness wrapped up the Elite Eight, leading to a Final Four with all number one seeds: Duke, Auburn, Houston, and Florida. The guys discuss the lack of Cinderella stories this year. In NBA news, a new version of the Malice at the Palace broke out between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves. Lastly, Deion Sanders’ new contract makes him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football. All this and more on No Warmup.

0:00 - Yankees Dominate With New Bats
1:43 - Is Today's Athlete Better Than The LEGENDS?
7:20 - Was LeBron's Take Disrespectful Or Just Confidence?
12:10 - Should MLB (and other Pro Leagues) Embrace Technology?
18:49 - Will This Be The BEST Final Four Ever?
21:40 - Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. Might Be The Next Steph Curry
23:17 - Is Houston's Kelvin Sampson Best Coach In College Ball?
28:40 - THIS Is The Secret Sauce To Be A Superstar
32:00 - NBA Is Struggling With Its 'Soft' Narrative
37:37 - Deion Sanders Is The Leader NIL Era Needs

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Opening Day in MLB is here with Shohei Ohtani's homerun and the Dodgers' stars shining. O’Neil extends his opening day HR streak to 6 years – is there an equivalent to this in any other sport? Plus, competing with March Madness Sweet 16 seems foolish - could the schedule have been better?

In NCAA Tournament news, Texas Tech vs. Arkansas delivers madness, while Calipari’s coaching decision sparks debate. BYU’s meltdown against Alabama leaves us questioning a bizarre technical foul. Cooper Flagg dominates for Duke—where should he go in the NBA and why should he go to the small market team? 

NFL talk includes Kirk Cousins to the Browns could be a huge plus for balancing the chaos in the organization with Deshaun Watson. Plus, we may have just witnessed the most impressive physical feat in NFL Pro Day history... All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Buzzer Beater Intro
0:47 - Opening Day Highlights and Evolution
9:15 - Did Coach Fumble In Last Minute Madness?
15:25 - Taunting Calls Are Too Soft
19:22 - Future NBA Teams: Where Cooper Flagg Will End Up
23:50 - LeBron’s Lack Of Defense Ends In Loss
27:20 - The NFL Needs THIS To Happen 
31:35 - The Most Impressive Performance in NFL Pro Day History
33:28 - Good or Bad: RBs NOT Running 40
38:00 - The Game-Changing Drill

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