The latest ratings are in and they prove Stephen A. Smith is nothing without Skip Bayless on First Take. Dan breaks down the data behind the massive ratings spike and explains why the "Face of ESPN" is officially in a state of desperation. Dan exposes the truth about why this 2026 reunion was a mandatory move to save the show.

Plus, Eric Schmitt, U.S. Senator Missouri-R joins Dan to discuss the White House visit for the Hoosiers Championship ceremony and where he sits on CFB expansion talk.

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