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Napheesa Collier went scorched earth. In her season exit interview, she publicly called out Cathy Engelbert and WNBA leadership for their lack of accountability around some of the most pressing issues facing players. Blake and Caroline break down the WNBA drama from last week, starting with Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve’s $15,000 fine and suspension to Collier’s mic-drop moment. With the CBA deadline coming up at the end of the month, time will tell how her statement will affect negotiations – and the future of the league. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Smelling salts: Y/N (Aaron Rodgers says yes)

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Anna Hall. Simone Biles. Olivia Culpo. The WAGs are defrosting – and we didn’t know how badly we needed it. Simone served sideline looks with her custom Jonathan Owens gear while Olivia got real on her post-baby bod. In other barely sports news, the cast of Bring It On brought it back with a reunion that might have you feeling old. Don’t worry, us too.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

How much you’d have to pay to run like Harry Styles

A’ja Wilson’s reaction to Bam Adebayo giving her the MVP trophy

How UCF trolled UNC à la Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson

Why Serena Williams, Chloe Kim, and Nelly Korda are influencing our next athleisure purchase

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Skims x Nike ad featuring our fave women athletes: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO58Q6hDiW7/

Josh Hart’s unintentional NYFW walk: https://people.com/knicks-star-josh-hart-on-runway-help-2-year-old-twins-model-11813710 

Devonta Smith is MVP in this Eagles’ fans life: https://6abc.com/post/eagles-wr-devonta-smith-fianc-surprise-fan-battling-cancer-autographed-jersey/17836647/

Bring It On reunion: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6rbelEiLK/?img_index=1 

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We’re pouring one out for the Bengals’ Joey B, who’s out for the next three months recovering from turf toe. Blake begs the question: why couldn’t it be a sexier injury? Elsewhere in the midwest, the Colts are killing it for the first time in *checks watch* a long time. Some say it’s thanks to the new QB on the block, Daniel “Indiana” Jones. Our verdict? It’s thanks to Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who’s been prepping her whole life for this. Plus, we catch up with former USWNT member, Ali Krieger, about life post-retirement and what cross-sport solidarity means for the future of women’s sports.

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NFL Week 1 served up more drama than we could chew. Josh Allen & co. pulled off a comeback for the ages (yes, we know it’s only Week 1). Swifties mobilized to defend Taylor’s fiancé after a slap on the field. And a bright green dildo made its NFL debut – cue Caroline’s public apology for potentially playing a part. Plus, Golden State Valkyries star Kate Martin joins us to talk about making franchise history and reacting to Caitlin Clark’s season-ending injury.

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Did you miss us? Cause we missed you. We’re inching closer to the end of Honey Deuce season, AKA: the end of the US Open. Coming out of the weekend, convos surrounding Naomi Osaka’s return to dominance flooded our feeds. Her talents brought her this far, but we’re convinced Billie Jean Bling and Althea Glitterson – her sparkly Labubu sidekicks – will bring her to the end. Plus, a recap on the first weekend in college football and a look ahead at week 1 of the NFL season.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover:

How many Honey Deuces Blake spilled at the US Open

Serena Williams' reaction to her sister's new doubles partner

Who clipped another Dallas athlete’s wings

How Chapel Bill dropped the ball during his UNC debut 

Why some people are calling Caitlin Clark’s Nike logo “Temu Chanel” 

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Baby Stella at the US Open 

Micah Parsons facetimes a fan

The hairy and heavy-breathing ESPN analyst 

Caitlin Clark’s logo design

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It's a love story, baby she said yes. Blake and Caroline hop on an emergency pod recording to chat about the engagement news and what it means for Travis’ 13th season in the NFL.

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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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Chad Ochocinco Johnson heartbroken over the Claire’s bankruptcy news https://www.complex.com/sports/a/alex-ocho/chad-ochocinco-heartbroken-over-reports-claires-filing-for-bankruptcy 

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/ 

Trinity Rodman’s double chocolate cake recipe, compliments of Aubrey Kingsbury: https://www.instagram.com/p/DNGrk8kPt3p/?img_index=1&igsh=MWVnNmJraHV1NWxsMg%3D%3D 

Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/17981/one-bowl-chocolate-cake-iii/ 

Frosting: ​​https://www.justataste.com/5-minute-chocolate-buttercream-frosting-recipe/?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMIPU9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpwiC7U0gXBjB0KzdtjlwDNS_7nhkNWuaK-Nvp0o95m88paPgnJgvsUK8DhFv_aem_0Z26kMqASwKs-XQDmz3QRQ 

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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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Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

theSkimm’s IG: @theskimm

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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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