Swiftie skeptics, this one's for you. Caroline successfully pulled Blake into the buzz around Taylor Swift’s album drop on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s pod, “New Heights”.  And spoiler alert: the theories came true after a 10 PM Instagram tease from Miss Swift herself. Doesn’t she know we’re in bed by then? In other sporty-ish news, Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his now fiancée Georgina Rodriguez a rock – not a ring – and Tom Brady edges closer and closer to a mid-life crash out after seeing his statue outside of Gillette Stadium. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

Trinity Rodman’s post-rehab ritual we’re stealing

How umpire Jen Pawol made MLB history over the weekend 

Myles Garrett’s press conference that left literally nothing to the imagination

How we know LeBron James is in trouble with Savannah 

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Angel City FC using ultrasound equipment to see Claire Emslie’s baby https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNQfwziNwhy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

LeBron hits the pilates reformer with Savannah https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNA9fJqADxw/ 

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Trinity Rodman is so back. After spending months sidelined with a back injury, the Washington Spirit forward made her return and scored a game-winning goal. Tears, hugs, and a vulnerable celebration ensued. Blake and Caroline also dive into why the women’s Tour de France has some cyclists talking about periods, infertility, and overtraining. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

Blake and Caroline’s recap of Diana Taurasi’s docuseries premiere in New York

The will-they-won’t-they situationship between Micah Parsons and Jerry Jones

Just how fast Caitlin Clark clocked Jordan Chiles’ disloyalty to the Fever 

The tea on the potential $325 million sale of the Connecticut Sun

Why Luka Dončić is gaining honorary millennial status 

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This episode of Well Played was recorded before a shooting in New York City on Monday in which the NFL headquarters may have been the target. Police say a gunman armed with a long gun killed at least five people in a Manhattan office building, including himself.

While a motive has not been confirmed, authorities say a note found in the shooter’s wallet referenced the brain disease CTE. We want to note that week’s episode includes conversations about football and the NFL that were recorded prior to news of the shooting.

Mr. Taylor Swift – aka Travis Kelce – singlehandedly brought us Christmas in July with a 13-photo Instagram dump featuring mostly him and Taylor. Blake and Caroline discuss deeply important info about the couple, including thoughts on Travis losing his 90s heartthrob hair, their potential engagement era, and Travis’ cameo in Happy Gilmore 2. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham shared the punishment she received for telling refs how she really feels about them via TikTok.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Freaking out over Hailee Steinfeld mentioning Well Played in her newsletter, Beau Society

Who’s backing up Micah Parsons for being Jerry Jones’ public enemy of the week 

Nikola Jokic proving he’s just a horse-lover who happens to be great at basketball 

What Bend It Like Beckham and the NWSL have in common 

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The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left wondering what the strategy is and how they’ll accomplish it without some solidarity. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A long recap of Caroline’s wedding and mini-moon and an even longer recap about Blake’s trip to the All Star Game 

The real story behind the Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd hard launch 

Which celebs – and how many – make a cameo in the Happy Gilmore sequel 

Why the Bills were chosen for Hard Knocks despite having a great record

Where A’ja Wilson keeps her Olympic gold medals, a year out from the Paris Olympics

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Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show face. He’s not beating the iPad kid allegations.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A quick intro about our guest host, Greydy Diaz

WNBA 🤝NWSL – the women hoopers investing in a different ball-game

Which Wimbledon celebs in attendance we’d want to sit next to 

Whether Olivia Culpo’s maternity hospital bag was over-the-top

What it would take for Luka Doncic to hang out with us 

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Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawberry and sour cream pasta. Naturally, Blake and Caroline had to try it live.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

The literal bloody hell moment one celeb had in her Wimbledon whites 

Which WNBA legend is set to get the first-of-its-kind statue made of her

The real reason why Joe Burrow paused his $3 million Batmobile order

Why renting out a French chatêau couldn’t get Stefon Diggs out of the dog house 

How Chicago Cubs fans made it clear they’re not members of Alex Cooper’s “Daddy Gang”

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This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, Travis.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A recap of our time in the Stubhub suite for a recent Liberty game

Kelsey Plum sharing the real reason many WNBA stars are in a shooting slump 

Ben Shelton confirming what Caroline knew to be true – butter yellow is in 

The prettiest boy in the NFL who refused to play because it was “too cold”

How we want to see sporty enemies squash the beef, à la Coco and Aryna

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It was a winning week for Gen-Z ballers. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they’re basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking 

How Sophie Cunningham stood on business — and what it reveals about WNBA reffing 

Tom Brady proving yet again that he’s the GOAT at Fanatics Fest 

How Kylie Kelce plans to help Dawn Staley’s post-coaching dreams come true

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shows why he’s league *and* dad MVP after Game 7

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Emma Watson swapped scripts for sports on a certain Oxford University athletic team. Caroline has some words for her, if that gives you any clue about which sport it is. Also across the pond, the Kelce boys take Cannes Lions Festival to talk about the success of their podcast, New Heights. But the real star of the show? The outfit Jason wore in his panel there.The dad vibes are strong with this one. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

How the midwest brought Caitlin Clark and Tyrese Haliburton to BFF status

The impact Clark’s injury absence had on WNBA viewership 

Our inaugural “Pretty Boys of the NFL” segment, ft. Jalen Hurts’ second wedding, Joe Burrow’s thirst traps (debatable) and the Kelce bros in France

Why Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles need couples therapy

How JJ Spaun came back  from a late-night parenting emergency to win the US Open

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Coco Gauff made history with her victory at Roland Garross, despite controversial comments from her opponent after the match. And did you see her tiny trophy - what was that all about? Meanwhile, Alex Cooper’s new documentary dropped and her story from playing soccer in college is worth hearing. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Carlos Alcaraz matching Rafa Nadal’s championship pace

Aaron Rodgers signed with the Steelers, but his ring finger is what has us talking

The WNBA initiative that’s spreading across the country

Our new partnership with the NWSL

Laurie Hernandez dishes on her time as an Olympic athlete and how she learned to put her mental health first

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