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Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Chiefs win over the Commanders and Dodgers win over the Blue Jays. 

The Los Angeles Dodgers outlasted the Toronto Blue Jays in an instant classic last night, winning 6-5 in 18 innings to take a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series. The marathon matchup tied the record for the longest game by innings in World Series history and lasted six hours and 39 minutes, making it the second-longest by duration. Shohei Ohtani put on a historic performance, reaching base nine times—a postseason record—while hitting two home runs, two doubles, and drawing five walks, four of them intentional.

The Kansas City Chiefs dominated the Washington Commanders last night, winning 28-7 to secure their third straight victory on Monday Night Football. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes finished with 299 passing yards and three second-half touchdown passes, leading a powerful offensive surge after halftime. His favorite target, Travis Kelce, caught six passes for 99 yards and a touchdown, tying the Chiefs’ all-time franchise record with 83 career touchdowns, matching former running back Priest Holmes. Are the Chiefs back?

How special are Patrick Mahomes and Shohei Ohtani?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the college football coaching landscape. 

The Colorado Buffaloes football program is navigating an up-and-down 2025 season. After a 53-7 loss to the Utah Utes over the weekend, we can acknowledge the team has faced several major challenges. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Travis Hunter both left for the NFL, leaving big shoes to fill. Is it too early to fire Deion Sanders?

Brian Kelly was fired as head coach of the LSU Tigers football team yesterday following a 49-25 home loss to the Texas A&M Aggies that dropped LSU to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in SEC play. The loss appeared to be the final straw for the program, which had struggled to meet expectations under Kelly’s leadership. Kelly, who signed a 10-year, $100M contract with LSU in 2021, compiled a 34-14 overall record and a 19-10 mark in the SEC during his tenure. Despite some success early in his stint, including an SEC West title, the team failed to maintain championship-level performance. LSU now faces a massive buyout estimated between $50M and $54M as part of Kelly’s guaranteed contract. Why are there so many firings in college football?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday.

The Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball team won their exhibition game against the Tennessee Volunteers last night with a final score of 83-76. Ranked No. 6, Duke overcame a halftime deficit to secure the victory, led by freshman forward Cameron Boozer, who recorded an impressive 24 points and 23 rebounds. This exhibition served as the team’s final preseason matchup before the official start of the 2025–26 season. How good will Duke be? What about Carolina and NC State?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss HBCU Football and the sports weekend.

The Alabama Crimson Tide won their game against the South Carolina Gamecocks over the weeend with a final score of 29-22. The win extended Alabama's streak to seven consecutive victories and improved their record to 7-1 overall and 5-0 in Southeastern Conference (SEC) play. How good is Alabama?

There was a ton of HBCU Football over the weekend. The Alabama State Hornets dominated Reese’s Alabama A&M Bulldogs 56-13. The Delaware State Hornets defeated the North Carolina Central Eagles 35-26. What happened to NCCU and Alabama A&M?

The World Series is tied 1-1. Who will win the World Series: Toronto Blue Jays or Los Angeles Dodgers?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the the Eagles, AJ Brown, Brian Kelly, the NFL weekend and more. 

Brian Kelly was fired as head coach of the LSU Tigers football team yesterday following a 49-25 home loss to the Texas A&M Aggies that dropped LSU to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in SEC play. Why are there so many firings in college football?

The NFL was active this weekend! The Philadelphia Eagles secured a decisive 38-20 victory over the New York Giants yesterday, improving their season record to 6-2. Despite missing key players, including wide receiver A.J. Brown due to a hamstring injury, the Eagles delivered a dominant performance. Running back Saquon Barkley had maybe his best game of the season as did quarterback Jalen Hurts. The Eagles looked good without Brown. Should the Eagles worry about AJ Brown?

Reese, Kmac Pam and Alex discuss LSU firing Brian Kelly, HBCU Football and more. 

Brian Kelly was fired as head coach of the LSU Tigers football team yesterday following a 49-25 home loss to the Texas A&M Aggies that dropped LSU to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in SEC play. The loss appeared to be the final straw for the program, which had struggled to meet expectations under Kelly’s leadership. Kelly, who signed a 10-year, $100M contract with LSU in 2021, compiled a 34-14 overall record and a 19-10 mark in the SEC during his tenure. Despite some success early in his stint, including an SEC West title, the team failed to maintain championship-level performance. LSU now faces a massive buyout estimated between $50M and $54M as part of Kelly’s guaranteed contract. Why are there so many firings in college football?

There was a ton of HBCU Football over the weekend. The Alabama State Hornets dominated Reese’s Alabama A&M Bulldogs 56-13. The Delaware State Hornets defeated the North Carolina Central Eagles 35-26. What happened to NCCU and Alabama A&M?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with lawyer Gregory Reynald Williams.

GRW Law discusses the gambling-related arrests surrounding Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and others. How did Kash Patel and the FBI get involved? What are Billups and Rozier being charged with? What really happened?

Both Terry Rozier of the Miami Heat and Chauncey Billups, head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, are currently at the center of federal investigations into alleged sports-betting activities. Billups was arrested in what sources describe as a related but separate FBI investigation into illegal gambling activities. What is going on? What will happen? Who else is involved? What did Rozier do?

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Ian Parks and discuss his NFL picks for this weekend. 

Ian Parks from Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks joins the Sports Shop to share his picks in the NFL. Who will win this weekend: Pittsburgh Steelers or Green Bay Packers? Cleveland Browns or New England Patriots? Chicago Bears or Baltimore Ravens? Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers are hosting Jordan Love and Rodgers' former team, the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at 8:20 PM. Will Aaron Rodgers throw for over 215 yards against the his former team?

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Wade Harris and James Frisby.

It is Firebirds Friday! Wade Harris is the CEO, Director of Player Development and the Managing Partner of the Raleigh Firebirds. Coach James Frisby is the owner and founder of FASST Sports Performance Training, located in Winchester, Virginia. He established FASST in 2013 and has more than 25 years of experience in sports performance and fitness training. 

Beyond in-person training, Coach Frisby extends his reach through online coaching, the FASST mobile app, and “The Unfair Advantage Podcast,” where he discusses topics related to athletic performance and personal growth. Frisby has a partenership with Wade and the Firebirds.

For more information: https://fasstraining.com/about-us/josh-mihill/training-2-2/

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss NBA Gambling and what games we should watch this weekend.

Both Terry Rozier of the Miami Heat and Chauncey Billups, head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, are currently at the center of federal investigations into alleged sports-betting activities. Billups was arrested in what sources describe as a related but separate FBI investigation into illegal gambling activities. What is going on? What will happen? Who else is involved? What did Rozier do?

There are a lot of games this weekend across various sports! What games are you watching this weekend?