The official sounder has been fired off: Sports Media Talk:tm: is on the way. After reports of an upcoming massive contract for Stephen A. Smith, Dan and Mike lead the crew on a discussion about ESPN, their new approach to talent, and how Stephen A. and Pat McAfee need to shout "THANK YOU, DAN" from the heavens. The entire conversation between Dan and Mike put Andrew Hawkins in an increasingly uncomfortable spot. Then, Taylor had the news that Bill Belichick interviewed with North Carolina three days ago...SO WHY DIDN'T HE BREAK THE NEWS? Plus, Lane Kiffin's comments on the CFP have Mike fired up and spark yet another debate between Mike and Jessica over the merits of this year's playoff teams.

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