In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we're talkin' March Madness, NBA and NFL!

- NCAA Tournament assessment; the road to the Sweet 16 (0:39 mark)

- Top seeds bounced; where did Wichita State, Kansas and Duke go wrong? (1:51)

- Best team remaining; of the 16 squads still standing, which is the one that no one wants to see the rest of the way? (7:35)

- Pick a Cinderella; which of the 3 double-digit seeds still alive in the tourney has the best chance at continuing their surprise run? (8:26)

- Sorry state of the 76ers; Philly is now just one game away from tying the longest losing streak in NBA history. Will they eclipse the record, and what are the chances that they lose out the remainder of the season? (9:47)

- Trouble in South Beach; with the Heat struggling of late, is there cause for concern as the playoffs draw near? (12:13)

- Jets sign Michael Vick; did New York make the right decision signing the veteran quarterback, and what does the addition mean for Geno Smith's job security both short and long-term? (16:06)

- Roddy White Twitter controversy; should the wide receiver be on the hook for season tickets following a bet he made with a fan on the social-media platform? (19:30)

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we're talkin' NCAA hoops, NFL and NBA!

- NCAA Tournament Preview; a look at each region of the bracket, discussing the teams to beat and potential sleepers in each (0:59 mark)

- Final Four/National Championship predictions; which teams will advance to AT&T Stadium in Arlington and who will ultimately cut down the nets? (11:56)

- NFL Free Agency talk; one of the most important times of the league's offseason, which teams have made the best moves so far, and which have no-showed? (13:49)

- Phil Jackson accepts the job as President of Basketball Operations for the Knicks; what it means for the team moving forward (18:33)

- Colts owner Jim Irsay faces four felony counts of possession of a controlled substance; how should the league handle it? (21:47)

- Both the Clippers and Spurs have been hot of late; which team is the bigger threat to come out of the Western Conference? (24:18)

All this and much more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we're talkin' a variety of NFL topics, pro and college basketball, boxing, NASCAR, and hockey from the Sochi Winter Games!

- NFL Combine discussion; more than just numbers/to throw or not throw?/who has impressed?/who should be the No. 1 overall pick in the draft? (0:45 mark)

- How stable is the relationship between Jim Harbaugh and the 49ers following trade talks with the Browns? (5:20)

- League Competition Committee considering rule to penalize teams on the field for use of the n-word (8:09)

- In signing with the Nets, center Jason Collins becomes the first active openly gay athlete in North America's four major professional sports (10:00)

- Floyd Mayweather to fight Marcos Maidana on May 3rd; what to expect (11:59)

- Is Dale Earnhardt, Jr. the favorite to win the Sprint Cup title following his second career win in the Daytona 500? (15:36)

- Syracuse/Duke game; Jim Boeheim's meltdown (17:11)

- Men's and Women's Hockey comes up short for Team USA in Sochi; who choked more? (19:33)

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we discuss major storylines from the Winter Olympics in Sochi, the NBA's All-Star gala, and contentious calls in college basketball games from over the weekend!

- Down the Homestetch in Sochi: With the conclusion of the XXII Winter Games now in sight, we break down some of the highs and lows for Team USA entering the final week of competition, and take a closer look at the staple of every Winter Olympics; Men's Ice Hockey.

- Big Easy Welcomes the Stars: The NBA's hierarchy was in full mass in New Orleans on Saturday and Sunday, with the Smoothie King Center playing host to the annual Skills Challenge, Three-Point Shootout, Slam Dunk Contest and All-Star Game. Was the overall event a hit or miss? Did the right man take home the game's Most Valuable Player Award? Hear our take.

- Poor Officiating Takes Center Stage in College Hoops: Over the weekend, glaring mistakes by officials in both the Maryland-Duke and Arizona-Arizona State game stained the final outcome of each. Was this a precursor to the type of "madness" we're in for next month? We'll tell you.

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We debate just how historically bad this year's Slam Dunk Contest truly was, as well as share our opinions on the results from ESPN's anonymous survey of NFL players regarding their thoughts on having a gay teammate, and the type of impact the loss of pitcher Ryan Dempster has on Boston's chances of repeating as World Series champions!

All this and much more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

*If you'd like to be part of the show, email your questions or comments to [email protected] for a chance to have them read during a future broadcast!

In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we discuss All-American Michael Sam's monumental announcement on ESPN's Outside the Lines, Marcus Smart's physical altercation with a Texas Tech fan in the stands Saturday, and Alex Rodriguez's decision to drop his lawsuit against Major League Baseball!

- NFL Prospect Reveals He's Gay: In an interview with Chris Connelly on Sunday, SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Year Michael Sam stated publicly what his teammates and coaches at Mizzou have known since August; "I am an openly proud gay man." What type of impact could Sam's announcement have on where he's selected in the draft, and is the National Football League really ready for an openly gay man in the locker rooms? Hear our take.

- Smart Loses His Cool Yet Again: Late in the game in a loss to the Red Raiders Saturday, Oklahoma State All-American Marcus Smart entered the stands and shoved a fan after the man heckled him following a foul under the basket. Considering this wasn't the first time Smart did something ill-tempered on the court this year, was the three-game suspension he received enough, and will the reputation he's developed come back to haunt him when the NBA Draft rolls around in June? We'll tell you.

- MLB Finally Breaks A-Rod: Last Friday, lawyers representing Alex Rodriguez filed a notice of dismissal in his lawsuit against Major League Baseball, essentially ending one of the most controversial chapters in the history of the league's performance-enhancing drug program. After months of proclaiming his innocence and deeming the investigation a "witch hunt," was A-Rod's decision surprising? We break it down.

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We debate whether or not the 76ers are purposely tanking this season, and if head coach Maurice Cheeks got a raw deal with the Pistons!

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we recap Seattle's convincing victory over the Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII, debate which team has a better chance at a return trip to the Big Game next season, and determine what Peyton Manning's lasting legacy will be once and for all!

- Seahawks Cruise to a Title: Super Bowl XLVIII was supposed to be a coronation for the greatest offense in the history of the NFL, but the wrong team showed up. Instead, Seattle laid claim to a historical distinction of their own; best defense ever. How did the Seahawks manage to derail Denver's high-powered offense en route to the franchise's first Lombardi Trophy? Hear our take.

- See You in Arizona?: From start to finish, the Seahawks and Broncos were the two best teams in the National Football League this season. But which squad is in the best position for a return trip to Super Sunday next year and why? We'll tell you.

- A Legacy in Limbo?: Peyton Manning has been widely regarded as the greatest regular season quarterback of all time for several years now. Unfortunately for No. 18, playoff games aren't played during the regular season. What, if anything, did Sunday's demoralizing defeat do to Peyton's lasting legacy in the overall big picture? Our answers may surprise you.

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We decide if Malcolm Smith was the right choice for Super Bowl MVP honors, and grade both the commercials and halftime show from the single biggest sporting event of the year!

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we discuss Conference Championship Sunday in the NFL playoffs, recap the big storylines from the first half of the college basketball season, and take an in-depth look at the monster year Kevin Durant is having for the Oklahoma City Thunder!

- MetLife Stadium, Here We Come: On Sunday, the Broncos and Seahawks punched their tickets to the biggest game of the year with impressive wins in their respective Conference Championship Games. We break down how each team managed to get the job done, and take an early look at the matchup football fans the world over will be focusing on February 2nd; Super Bowl XLVIII.

- March Madness on the Horizon: With half of the 2013-14 college basketball campaign now in the books, we key in on some of the big stories from the first two months of the season, and debate who the team to beat is in this year's NCAA Tournament.

- KD Ups His Game: With Russell Westbrook down with another knee injury, superstar forward Kevin Durant has put the Thunder on his back and taken his play to another level, averaging 36 points per over the last 13 games. How big of a threat is OKC to the rest of the Western Conference, and does this team have what it takes to potentially dethrone the Heat once the postseason rolls around? Hear our take.

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We discuss Richard Sherman's postgame interview with Erin Andrews following Seattle's Super Bowl clinching win on Sunday, Bill Belichick's accusation that his former wide receiver Wes Welker intentionally took out CB Aqib Talib in the AFC title game, and the wild melee that ensued between the Flames and Canucks just seconds into their game Saturday night!

All this and much more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we discuss the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs (and also preview Conference Championship Sunday), Alex Rodriguez's decision to take on the powers that be in Major League Baseball, and the controversy surrounding Dan Le Batard and his Hall of Fame ballot!

- NFL Postseason, Round 2: The Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs saw multiple teams fans have grown accustomed to seeing this time of year, as well as a few surprise squads that rounded out the field. We break down the matchups from this weekend's slate of games, as well as preview Sunday's Conference Championship tilts.

- A-Rod vs. MLB: Over the weekend, an arbitrator ruled that Alex Rodriguez would be suspended for the entire 2014 season for PED use, despite the fact that he has never tested positive for anything. A-Rod's response? Sue pretty much everyone connected to Major League Baseball. How did we get here, and what exactly does all this mean? Hear our take.

- Le Batard Deadspin's the Hall of Fame Voting: Last week, it was revealed that sportswriter Dan Le Batard let Deadspin.com have his Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, who in turn allowed their readers to make the selections and cast the vote. Since then, Le Batard has been kicked out of the BBWAA for one year and barred from future Hall of Fame votes. Was Le Batard in the wrong here, or are his issues with the direction the voting process has taken just cause for his actions? We'll tell you.

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We debate whether or not Jimmy Graham is a soft, overrated player, and if this year's Pro Bowl might actually be worth tuning in for!

All this and much more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we recap the BCS National Championship Game and Wild Card Weekend in the NFL!

- Florida State Reigns Supreme: The final title game of the BCS era didn't disappoint, as FSU and Auburn put on a thrilling show that went down to the wire. How were the Tigers able to seize control of the game early on? What was the turning point of the contest? Could coach Gus Malzahn have done anything differently that may have changed the final outcome in Auburn's favor? We answer these questions and more.

- A Wild Wild Card Weekend: The opening round of the NFL playoffs was a wild one to say the least, with one game seeing a team lose at home for the first time all season, two being decided on the final play of regulation, and another featuring a comeback for the ages. We break them all down.

- NFL Divisional Round Preview: With only eight teams still remaining in the quest for MetLife Stadium and Super Bowl XLVIII, we take an in-depth look at the four Divisional Round matchups this weekend, discuss the keys to victory for the participants, and predict who will advance to the next round.

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Following another early playoff exit, should the Cincinnati Bengals consider replacing Marvin Lewis as coach? Hear our take.

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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In this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast, we recap Week 17 in the NFL, preview the matchups for Wild Card Weekend, and discuss the future of the coaches that received pink slips on Black Monday!

- NFL's Regular Season Comes to a Close: Week 17 in the National Football League saw plenty of last-second drama, playoff berths clinched, and bubble teams sent home for the winter. We recap all the meaningful games from the final Sunday of the NFL's regular season.

- Wild Card Weekend Preview: With the postseason now officially underway, we discus the keys to victory for the eight teams in action on Wild Card Weekend, and share our thoughts as to which squads have the best shot of advancing to the Divisional Round.

- Monday, Bloody Monday: The Monday after the regular season ends is always the hardest on hot seat coaches around the league, and this year was no exception. With five coaches already given their walking papers, which has the best chance at landing another head coaching gig in 2014, and what other coaches may still get the boot before it's all said and done? Hear our take.

All this and more in this week's edition of The Bleacher Briefings podcast!

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