Shek Show

Shek & Rank are joined in Studio 66 by 'Around The League' scribe/podcaster Chris Wesseling & Miami Dolphins superfan Handsome Hank to break down the fast starts of Chicago, New Orleans & Miami and the deep holes dug by the likes of the Steelers, Falcons, Redskins & Packers in a spirited edition of 'Dead or Alive'; the gang also finds to time to breakdown Cialis ads and (almost) discuss 'Breaking Bad'.

Shek, Elliot Harrison & Handsome Hank react to the breaking Trent Richardson-to-the-Colts news, go through their weekly Red Challenge Flag picks segment with games including HOU vs. BAL, GB vs. CIN, STL vs. DAL, ATL vs. MIA, plus thoughts on Tom Brady's body language. Then, Chargers defensive end Dwight Freeney then calls in for a chat with Shek & Rank about the Bolts' bounceback win in Philly, running QBs, and who's the slowest QB in the game today.

Shek, Rank and Handsome Hank are joined by Dan Hanzus to recap the best (Seahawks) and worst (weather delays) from Week 2 in the NFL. Daniel Jeremiah also calls in to discuss the best 2-0 team in the NFL and LeSean McCoy's one-of-a-kind running ability.

Shek, Hank and Elliot Harrison preview the best Week 2 matchups in the NFL and pick the winners. Plus, Shawne Merriman and former Seattle Seahawks fullback Michael Robinson join Studio 66 to discuss the rise of the mobile quarterback. Is the NFL making a shift away from the "traditional" drop-back passer?

Shek, Rank and Hank recap all the NFL action from Week 1 including surprisingly good outings by the Jets and Raiders, the apparently bleak future for the Steelers and the Bills’ chances in the AFC East. Daniel Jeremiah calls in to discuss Colin Kaepernick vs. Russell Wilson and other quarterback news from around the league. Plus, a very special message from peppermint milkshakes.

Shek & Rank celebrate the start of the season in style, thanks to a call-in from show favorite AJ Hawk, who talks about Greg Jennings' comments about Aaron Rodgers, kicking off in Candlestick, Big Ten football and more. Shawne Merriman then pays a visit to Studio 66 with his thoughts on hitting running QBs, Buffalo vs. San Diego and Riley Cooper; Handsome Hank also stops by to help the fellas make their Week 1 picks. In summation, it was a gay ol' time.

Shek is joined by Rich Eisen and Handsome Hank as he makes his final NFC and AFC predictions, including more (really) bold predictions, for the 2013 NFL season. Plus, Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Geno Atkins on Andy Dalton's ceiling, Giovani Bernard's potential and arm wrestling with James Harrison.

Shek is joined in Studio 66 by the host of the college-football-centric “NFL Draft 365” podcast, Matt “Money” Smith, for a preview of the 2013 college season. Subjects include: the new final four championship system; Nick Saban's Crimson Tide vs. Pete Carroll's Trojans; Heisman frontrunners and title contenders.

Shek is joined in Studio 66 by LaDainian Tomlinson - the subject of NFL Network's 'A Football Life' next Tuesday at 8pm ET - and NFL.com scribe Elliot Harrison to break down Rex Ryan's breakdown, his future with the Jets, which QB the Jets should start in Week 1,and Mark Sanchez's NFL future. Plus, thoughts on Miley Cyrus, Ben Affleck as Batman, and what to expect from the Broncos, Chiefs & Ravens in 2013.

Shek is joined by longtime Steelers shutdown corner Ike Taylor to discuss Pittsburgh rookies Jarvis Jones and Markus Wheaton, Antonio Brown's ability to serve as the team's No. 1 wide receiver and whether Ike could date a woman named Tina. Shek also welcomes “Around The League” scribes Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Chris Wesseling to debate who'll win the AFC North, as well which TV doctor would be the preferred choice if your life was on the line.