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March Madness heats up as the Big Ten, SEC, and ACC conference tournaments continue to provide nail biters and buzzer beaters. Duke's freshman sensation, Cooper Flagg, wins ACC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year all in one. The guys discuss why this part of the college basketball season might be unparalleled in all of sports - should college football expand its own playoffs too? Plus NFL free agency is STILL wiling as  Sam Darnold moves on to Seattle for a bag of money and veteran DE Joey Bosa and WR DeAndre Hopkins find new homes at the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens. Are high-priced vets worth it in today's era of ball? The guys also talk the 49ers' mass exodus of talent and Brock Purdy contract situation as well as the Chicago Bears finally making logical moves to help their potential-star QB Caleb Williams. Lastly, ESPN analyst finally drops the gloves on LeBron James after attempting to take a more professional route only to have LeBron reopen the wound. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup!

0:00 - A Terrible Foul Call Leads To Bullying
7:46 - Big 10 Tip-Off and Predictions
9:30 - This Is What Makes March Madness
19:06 - Old Vets  Shaking Up NFL Free Agency 
23:42 - Are the 49ers Cooked?
30:35 - Sam Darnold To Seattle: Good or Bad Move?
33:24 - Can the New York Jets Finally Win?
36:25 - Colts Are In Trouble
38:48 - Why The Chicago Bears MAY Actually Win
41:45 - ESPN Stephen A. Goes IN On LeBron 
48:13 - NBA Team Logos: Past vs Present

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NFL Free Agency is in full swing, with teams making trades and players landing mind-blowing contracts. The Pittsburgh Steelers break from tradition to acquire star WR DK Metcalf from Seattle, while the Cleveland Browns make future Hall of Fame DE Myles Garrett the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history. The guys debate whether loyalty in the NFL is earned, fostered, or bought in today’s era, and where high-profile players like Aaron Rodgers might land in 2025.

Plus, Luka and LeBron face off against Jason Tatum and Jalen Brown in one of the most-watched NBA games of the season—could the NBA be making a comeback with these historic teams back on top? The guys also discuss why an unwilling Nikola Jokic might be the right choice as the face of the NBA, and whether track or wrestling is a better test of mental toughness. All this and more on today’s episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Markets Are Hurting Today
0:45 - Steelers Are WILING In NFL Free Agency
7:00 - Are The Las Vegas Raiders On The Rise?
12:48 - Team Loyalty: Money Always Changes Minds
16:40 - Cincinnati Bengals:  No Decision Is The Worst Decision
21:18 - Cooper Kupp and Devontae Adams LA Swap
23:07 - Rumor Mill: Aaron Rodgers Versus Head Coaches
28:17 - Lakers vs Celtics Return to Glory for NBA
32:47 - Luka or Jokic? The Reluctant Ruler of the NBA
40:10 - Chip Kelly to Football Players: Run Track
42:25 - Wrestling Is Best Sport For Mental Fortitude 

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In one day, Stephen A. Smith not only gets a bag from ESPN but also a tongue lashing from NBA superstar LeBron James for comments made about his son and fellow LA Laker, Bronny James.  The guys discuss the fine line between legitimacy of Stephen A.'s criticism and the protective father in LeBron. Where is that line when talking about grown men? The guys also dive into how good the overlooked Cleveland Cavaliers are this year and why being in a smaller market without a megastar roster is a massive boon to a team's success. Plus, the Golden State Warriors and Steph Curry are on a tear after adding Jimmy Butler to the mix - will it last? Plus, Las Vegas Raiders DE Maxx Crosby is now the highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history and why this new contract matters in more ways than just the cash. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Stephen A. and LeBron Sideline Spat
7:20 - What's Worse: Hollywood or Sports Nepotism?
11:23 - Could They Go the Distance: Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler 
15:55 - Steph Curry's Longevity Is Different Than LeBron's
17:59 - Why The Small Market Teams Are Dominating
21:03 - Why Raiders Paid DE Maxx Crosby 
23:54 - Defensive Players On The Rise
28:40 - NFL Owner Denies Meeting With Myles Garrett
33:12 - Star WR Wants OUT of Seattle
37:15 - How College Football Recruiting Is Ruined

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The debacle in Dallas continues as the team loses star PG Kyrie Irving to a season-ending ACL tear. Will they sit Anthony Davis now that the playoffs are a long shot without one of the NBA's best finishers of all time? The guys also tackle the new market-setting contract for record-setting Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley - is he worth it and where is the ceiling for the 'market'? That's the question NFL teams are asking themselves about potential star QB Shedeur Sanders as the NFL Draft quickly approaches - is he cocky or confident? Plus, LeBron makes insane history again breaking 50k points in his career and Mikey and the guys dissect the mental journey of coming back from severe athletic injuries. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Why NFL Contracts Are Exploding: Offense v Defensive Players
9:42 - Where Star WR Devontae Adams Will Land
13:21 - Good GMs Are Rarer Than Good Coaches
18:24 - Why Shedeur Sanders Irks Some NFL Teams 
26:00 - Debacle in Dallas & Psychological Sports Injuries Are Deeper Than Physical
35:04 - LeBron James: A Mind Boggling Feat
41:20 - College Basketball NEEDS More Rick Pitino

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The 2025 Oscars happened, leading the guys to dive into the question - Which is more important for society and culture: sports or film?  The NFL combine wrapped up, and former Ohio State quarterback Will Howard put on an unfortunate performance in the throwing drills that may result in his draft stock falling.  Shedeur Sanders came to his defense on X (Twitter), and the fellas speculate on if this was exactly what Shedeur was trying to avoid by not participating. Plus, Mel Kiper's Mock Draft had Scott upset, seeing his Cleveland Browns possibly go for the "shiniest object" in the draft once again.  Big news in Los Angeles as future Hall of Fame QB Matt Stafford and the Rams were able to come to an agreement to keep him on the West Coast, while San Francisco 49ers shipped away Deebo Samuel to the East Coast in a trade with the Washington Commanders.  More big time college football programs joined the Nebraska Cornhusker in cancelling their spring game, which made Nick spiral into an existential crisis on the challenges that face each generation. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Stories vs Sports: What's more unifying?
6:22 - Combusting at the NFL Combine
15:24 - Cam Newton Is Losing It
19:38 - Travis Hunter Should Be Drafted Before Cam Ward
21:50 - Rumors Running Wild in NFL
23:28 - An Intriguing New York Theory
28:45 - Los Angeles Runs It Back
31:15 - Why 49ers Moved On From Star
35:25 - Why Football Programs Are Canceling This Staple
41:30 - NIL Rule Change Is Unprecedented
45:50 - We Are On The Cusp Of Something BIG

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The NFL Combine is underway as NFLPA report cards came out and there were some shockers.  Teams like the LA Chargers and the Washington Commanders totally turned things around in one year due to the culture set by their new head coaches, Jim Harbaugh and Dan Quinn.  The fellas then dive into the discussion on what is important for a franchise - the locker room, the training staff?   Plus, Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever are playing a preseason game against the Brazilian National Team and the tickets sold out in 42 minutes. Is it safe to say Caitlin is 'the face' of the WNBA now? And the guys debate what makes someone "the Face" of any of the major leagues - should Kobe have been crowned as the face of the NBA, alongside guys like Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and LeBron James?  Luka Doncic and the LA Lakers played his former team, the Dallas Mavericks, where he dropped a triple double and produced one of the coldest sports photos of all time.  Lastly, the guys touch on technology in sports, as the MLB is utilizing computers to aid umpires calling pitches - is this the way things should go in all sports? All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - Topic Tease
1:00 - Offseason Mode
3:08 - NFL Team Report Cards: The Players Have Spoken
10:00 - What's Most Important In An Organization?
12:25 - Visitor's Locker Room Nightmares
13:33 - NFL Combine Tracking
15:00 - Face of the League: Caitlin Clark Sells Out Arena... AGAIN
17:40 - Only 3 NBA Faces of the League and Kobe Isn't One of Them
22:50 - Coldest Photo of 2025 #lukadoncic 
25:00 - Euro vs USA Athlete Mentality
31:50 - DEBATE: New Tech Is Good For the Game (MLB & NFL)

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After impressing all with his college football knowledge on College GameDay, Timothée Chalamet shared how he strives to be one of the greatest actors of all time, citing Daniel Day-Lewis, Viola Davis, Marlon Brando, and athletes like Michael Jordan and Michael Phelps as inspirations. We dive into that mindset and discuss how the pursuit of greatness transcends both acting and athletics. Then, we shift gears to a hot debate sparked by Stephen A. Smith—can an international player be the face of the NBA? We break down the rise of stars like Luka Dončić and Patrick Mahomes as the old guard like Steph Curry and LeBron James age out, exploring what truly makes an athlete the face of their sport. From culture to competition, we connect the dots between the mentalities that drive legends across every field. Don’t miss this unique look at how athletes and actors alike chase excellence - all this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - An Unexpected Message: Striving For Greatness
5:01 - Can An International Player Be The Face of the NBA?
17:30 - The Reason For The Growing Gap in Sports Development
25:50 - Bracketology: Are The Blue Bloods of College Basketball Fading?

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Shedeur Sanders made the news again, announcing that he will not be working out at this years NFL Combine, and instead will focus on meeting with teams and interviews.  They guys dive into the topic and wonder how much of an influence Deion Sanders had on this decision, and despite all the criticism Shedeur may be facing for this decision, there have been plenty of other recent QBs who have made the same decision: Joe Burrow, Andrew Luck, Kyler Murray and Matt Stafford to name a few.  A major scandal has erupted in the NCAA, as Fresno State men's basketball players have been caught allegedly gambling on their own games, sparking the guys into a fierce debate on the gambling issue in sports.  Flopping in youth basketball is becoming a serious problem, and the fellas discuss the influence some of these NBA stars are having on the younger generation.  Alex Ovechkin, coming off of a broken leg, scored a hat trick last night to put him just 13 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all time record.  And lastly, the MLB and ESPN are ending their 35 year relationship, and the guys dive into a discussion on how sports leagues are handling their declining ratings. 

0:00 - Star College Players Say NO To NFL Combine
8:48 - New York Giants: Aaron Rodgers or Shedeur Sanders?
14:18 - Is The Hype TOO High For This Heisman Winner?
19:50 - How Gambling Culture Is Infecting College Sports 
27:05 - NBA Culture Ruining Youth Sports?
32:14 - Why ESPN Divorces MLB
38:24 - How To Fix Basketball 
42:40 - Overchkin About To Break The GOAT's Record
48:20 - Best Athletes By Decade

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On today's episode of No Warmup, P.K. Subban says what everyone is thinking -  today's NBA basketball culture has lost its aura. The guys discuss why this is happening and what's truly at the core of NHL hockey's meteoric rise in popularity coming out of the 4 Nations tournament. Plus, Euro soccer hooligans lose it as Mbappe rattles off a hat-trick last night while taking down Man City during the Champions League competition - how does this level of fandom equate to NFL fandoms in the USA? The guys also discuss Rick Pitino's viral halftime speech to his top-ranked St. John's squad and the need for old-school will power in sports. Lastly, the guys debate what the most difficult things to do in sports. All this and more on today's episode of No Warmup.

0:00 - P.K. Subban Rips LeBron James and NBA Culture
3:10 - Competitive Edge of Hockey vs Basketball Today
8:28 - Is LeBron The Reason For NBA's Seeming Downfall?
14:38 - Euro Mind Can't Comprehend This Viral Halftime Speech
25:03 - Champions League Hooligans vs National Pride
33:17 - Is Hitting a Baseball the HARDEST Thing In Sports?

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Today on No Warmup, Nick and Scott dive into the resurfaced story of Richie Incognito and Jonathan Martin, who made headlines in 2013 for what people referred to as "Bullygate."  The guys dive into the realities of football locker rooms and what types of characters you may encounter in them.  Bullying and hazing has become a hot topic in sports in the last 15 years, and the guys recount their experiences being welcomed to the team in college football.  Ashton Jeanty spoke with Jon Gruden about his unconventional stance ahead of the NFL draft, and the guys dive into some comments made by potential number one overall pick, Cam Ward.  The Four Nation Face Off put on by the NHL has caught a lot of fire, especially the fights from the Tkachuk brothers.  Lastly, the guys touch on the sorry state of the NBA All Star weekend. 

0:00 -  The Rise and Fall of Bullying/Hazing in Sports
22:05 - NFL Draft News Update 
36:07 - Hockey vs Basketball

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