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The Bucky Brooks Show episodes

August 02, 2025 Guest NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe: Can Travis Hunter actually do it?
In this episode of the Bucky Brooks show, Bucky is joined by Cameron Wolfe who is here to talk all things Jags and Dolphins. Firstly, the pair talk about what they have witnessed firsthand at Jaguars training camp and what the vibes have been like. They toss around whether or not Travis Hunter can actually play both sides of the ball in the NFL and a few other topics like whats the latest with Trevor Lawrence. Then they head on over to talk about why this Dolphins season may just be looking up. Listen in NOW only right here on the Bucky Brooks Show!
00:03:39 – Jaguars’ new Defensive Coordinator (Campanelli) and defensive scheme
00:06:25 – Travis Hunter: Two-way player role, energy, and usage
00:10:52 – Trevor Lawrence: Expectations, development under Liam Cohen, team pressure
00:14:38 – Jaguars playoff/division odds, AFC South competitiveness
00:16:47 – Miami Dolphins: Changes to roster/culture, 2024 outlook
00:20:10 – Tua Tagovailoa’s leadership, team dynamics, Dolphins’ accountability
00:23:15 – Jalen Ramsey’s fit with the Pittsburgh Steelers
00:27:10 – Christian Wilkins’ release from the Raiders, locker room dynamics

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31 min
July 21, 2025 TJ Watt gets PAID, what happens next?
In this all new episode of the Bucky Brooks show, Bucky takes us through what he believes the fallout of the new deal signed by TJ Watt and what effects that might have on the rest of the league. He also gets into how the Chiefs are always masterclass in roster-building, evidenced by their latest signing in George Karlaftis. Lastly he talks about what the New York Jets are building having signed Sauce Gardner and what he needs to do in order to live up to that contract. Listen in NOW only right here on the Bucky Brooks Show!
00:00:01] – Introduction & Episode Overview - Bucky sets up the focus on NFL training camp, particularly on the contracts and value of pass rushers and cornerbacks. [00:01:00] – T.J. Watt’s Extension & Impact - Breakdown of T.J. Watt’s new 3-year, $123M contract with the Steelers. - “Face of the franchise” commentary and why keeping Watt is critical for the Steelers’ playoff/Super Bowl ambitions. [00:06:00] – T.J. Watt’s Deal: Impact on Trey Hendrickson - What Watt’s extension means for Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals; now expectations for paying elite, over-30 pass rushers have shifted. [00:10:30] – Contract Dominoes: Micah Parsons with the Cowboy - How Watt and Hendrickson’s deals set the stage for Micah Parsons’ upcoming contract negotiations. - The leverage Parsons now has, and implications for balancing Cowboys’ salary cap and Dak Prescott’s future. - Parsons’ anticipated contract size (potential record-setting, $200M, $41M+ per year). [00:16:00] – George Karlaftis’ Extension with Chiefs - Chiefs sign Karlaftis to a 4-year, $93M deal to complement Chris Jones. [00:19:10] – Sauce Gardner’s New Deal with the Jets. - How the deal locks up a key defensive chess piece for Aaron Glenn’s scheme.

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22 min
July 16, 2025 Mahomes at the top: Bucky Brooks Breaks Down the QB Power Rankings
On this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show, Bucky dives into ESPN’s insider quarterback rankings and breaks down what NFL executives and coaches really think about the league’s top talent under center. He debates which QBs are underrated, overrated, and who might be surprisingly high or low on the list. Curious where stars like Mahomes, Allen, and some unexpected names fall? Tune in for the full countdown and Bucky’s bold takes!

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27 min
July 08, 2025 Josh Allen has brought hope to Buffalo w/ John Fina
Bucky Brooks is back with another thrilling episode of the Bucky Brooks show and this time he brought along his former teammate John Fina in order to talk all the latest with the Buffalo Bills. John talks about early conversations he had with Josh Allen after the draft process and who it is he likes on the team and has had his eye on for a while. Tune in to hear it all from 2 former players turned expert analysts ONLY right here on the Bucky Brooks Show!
[4:38] What John Fina learned while playing for Marv Levy
[6:41] What John Fina learned from losing 2 Super Bowls
[8:56] John Fina’s thoughts on Sean McDermott
[11:25] What John Fina likes about Josh Allen
[13:36] How good can the Bills O-line be this year
[15:27] what to expect from Khalil Shakir and the rest of the wide receivers
[19:46] How James Cook and the running game elevate the Bills offense
[20:50] Who will be the “closer” for the Bills defense
[22:19] Will the secondary be more important than the d-line for the Bills this season
[24:30] What are realistic expectations for the Bills this year
[27:34] How John Fina got to judge hotdogs on Food Wars

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26 min
June 24, 2025 *LIVE reaction* Aaron Rodgers final season
Jarrett Bailey went LIVE today with NFL Analyst Bucky Brooks to talk about the breaking news that Aaron Rodgers told Pat McAfee that this will most likely be his final year in the NFL. Although this may not come as a shock, its definitely something to talk about how he can leave his mark on the Steelers and cement his legacy in the NFL. Listen in to hear a long back and forth about what this season could look like for Aaron Rodgers.

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25 min
June 18, 2025 Jaire Alexander to the Ravens LIVE reaction
Bucky Brooks went LIVE on Youtube in order to talk about the absolute bomb that just dropped that Jaire Alexander will be going to the Baltimore Ravens to play with his former college teammate in Lamar Jackson. Will this be the move that FINALLY puts the Ravens over the hump? See what Bucky has to say as he talks about their current situation and answers questions from the chat. Listen in NOW!
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29 min
June 17, 2025*Bonus Episode* Can the Commanders beat the Eagles?
NFL Insider Bucky Brooks joins Scott Jackson and former Redskins receiver, Anthony Armstrong to talk the LATEST Commanders news.
Daron Payne in a contract year

Who leads the NFC East?

How does Bucky project Travis Hunter for 2025?

Terry McLaurin's contract situation

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26 min
June 13, 2025 Holdouts and Contract disputes all around the league
Bucky Brooks is BACK with an all new episode of the Bucky Brooks show, and its all about holdouts and contract disputes. From the latest to break with Terry McLaurin and the Commanders, to Sauce Gardner and Jets all the way to the very complex situation involving Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson of the Bengals. Hear about all of that and much more on this episode of the Bucky Brooks Show, NOW!
Timestamps: Terry McLaurin: 0:47
Sauce Gardner: 6:02
Shemar Stewart & Trey Hendrickson: 9:05
Carlie Irsay-Gordon: 16:00

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22 min
June 11, 2025 Watt & Hendrickson Holdouts, The $100 Mil Backup, Diggs Dilemma, and Packer Positional Changes
On this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show, Bucky taps into the holdouts of T.J. Watt and Trey Hendrickson. How the two AFC North studs ended up with the contract issues, and how each team can fix it before training camp. Bucky also chats about Kirk Cousins, the $100 million backup as well as the Stefon Diggs situation in New England. Finally he discusses Bo Melton, the Packer WR who is planning the switch to DB and how he can continue to stay on the roster and produce.

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27 min
June 09, 2025 Is Aaron Rodgers joining the Steelers too late? Start of Mini Camps
Everyone's favorite national football analyst is BACK with a brand new episode of the Bucky Brooks show. This time he tackles the start of Mandatory mini camps this week as the never ending NFL news mill turns. Aaron Rodgers has officially signed with the Steelers and the details of that deal have come to light. Jaire Alexander has been cut and Nick Chubb signs with the Texans, Bucky looks at what this season could look like for both of them. Lastly, he gets into Anthony Richardson's ongoing situation and what a continuation of his injury could look like for him. All that and much more on this episode of the Bucky Brooks show!

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25 min

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