The Danny Picard Show

(This episode was originally published only on YouTube, on Oct. 24, 2024)

Former Boston Red Sox infielder and current Red Sox broadcaster Lou Merloni joins Danny Picard inside Broadway Golf Club in Southie to talk Red Sox, the World Series between the Yankees and Dodgers, Patriots, Drake Maye, Bill Belichick, Boston sports radio, and much more.

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On the latest episode of "The Danny Picard Show," Danny and Producer Paul Price react to Drake Maye being named the starting QB for the New England Patriots, the New York Jets firing head coach Robert Saleh, Bill Belichick's coaching future, and The Rock's latest return to the WWE.

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Danny Picard shares his thoughts on the top NFL story lines entering the 2024 season, including his reaction to the New England Patriots choosing Jacoby Brissett over Drake Maye at QB. Plus, is the WWE trying too hard to become something they don't need to become? Danny and Producer Paul Price give their take on all things pro wrestling.

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Danny Picard reacts to all things New England Patriots, following their first preseason game of 2024, including Matthew Judon's contract and the team's QB situation. Plus, Danny and producer Paul Price wonder what Jayson Tatum did to get on Steve Kerr's bad side during the Summer Olympics. And Roman Reigns returned to the WWE at SummerSlam. Danny shares his thoughts on what's next for The Bloodline story line.

0:00 - Intro

6:36 - Patriots playing games with Judon

11:58 - Who will be the Patriots' starting QB in Week 1?

24:51 - Missing Bill Belichick, but not Mac Jones

34:27 - What did Jayson Tatum do to Steve Kerr at the Olympics?

43:22 - Roman Reigns returns to WWE at SummerSlam

1:00:40 - Shane McMahon meets with AEW owner Tony Khan

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On the latest episode of "The Danny Picard Show," Danny reacts to the Boston Celtics winning the NBA Championship, while going on his annual rant about the NBA emphasizing the Finals MVP over the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Danny also reacts to Conor McGregor pulling out of UFC 303, and tries to predict McGregor's future. Plus, Danny shares his thoughts on Hootie playing at Fenway, the top storylines in the WWE, the Tom Brady retirement ceremony at Gillette Stadium, and more.

0:00 - Intro

6:28 - Danny misses the Hootie concert at Fenway

13:49 - Celtics win NBA Championship

24:03 - Stanley Cup celebration vs NBA Championship celebration

34:08 - WWE Championship merges with the Stanley Cup

37:15- Jumping back into the WWE

45:42 - Conor McGregor pulls out of UFC 303

49:12 - Will McGregor end up in WWE?

1:01:40 - Why wasn't the Tom Brady ceremony on TV?

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Danny Picard was joined by Sports Illustrated's Justin Barrasso in-studio, as they discussed everything related to WrestleMania 40, including Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns predictions, The Rock's future in WWE after WrestleMania, Paul Heyman being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Brock Lesnar's WWE status, Vince McMahon's lawsuit, the state of AEW, and a whole lot more.

0:00 - Intro/Justin Barrasso survived Sports Illustrated cuts

1:40 - Danny and Justin disagree on WWE's original plan for The Rock

13:40 - Is The Rock sticking around after WrestleMania 40?

17:30 - WrestleMania 40 predictions

26:35 - Bryan Danielson's text message to Cody Rhodes before WrestleMania

29:17 - Is the World Heavyweight Title being removed?

32:18 - CM Punk's shocking WWE return

34:46 - Will WrestleMania return to a one-night format on Netflix?

39:14 - Paul Heyman to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

41:25 - Brock Lesnar's WWE future

48:37 - Vince McMahon's future and legacy

55:37 - WWE has a chance to make Damian Priest the greatest heel of all time

59:42 - John Cena and Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania

1:00:56 - Will Vince McMahon start a new wrestling company?

1:14:36 - AEW's existence has improved the WWE product

1:15:38 - Mercedes Mone's AEW debut

1:21:33 - Which AEW stars will return to WWE?

1:28:54 - WWE Mount Rushmore debate: Shawn Michaels

1:30:28 - Dustin Rhodes' role in Cody's feud with Roman Reigns and The Rock

1:34:28 - Chris Jericho and a potential WWE return

1:36:15 - MJF's future in AEW and/or WWE

1:39:42 - WWE predictions for 2024 and beyond

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The Rock called himself "The Final Boss," and Roman Reigns responded by taking a shot at his cousin, saying on The Pat McAfee Show that, "Hollywood came to me." Danny Picard and Producer Paul Price react to all the latest drama surrounding the WrestleMania 40 main event, including a lackluster promo between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes on Smackdown. Plus, is the WWE preparing to abolish the new World Heavyweight Title? And is Brock Lesnar returning to the WWE? Danny shares his thoughts on all that, as well as Mercedes Mone's AEW debut, Shohei Ohtani's gambling controversy, and much more.

0:00 - Intro - Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes cut a tough promo on Smackdown

2:57 - Roman Reigns takes shot at The Rock on Pat McAfee Show

7:20 - The Rock calls himself "The Final Boss" not once, but twice

10:42 - Cody Rhodes is being strategically pushed to the limit by The Rock

16:26 - WrestleMania 40 prediction

26:38 - Will we see The Rock vs Seth Rollins for the World Title?

35:52 - What if Cody loses to Roman at WrestleMania 40?

39:43 - EVERYTHING is a work

45:55 - Reaction to Mercedes Mone AEW debut

58:18 - Brock Lesnar might be returning to WWE

1:16:25 - Shohei Ohtani loses $4.5 million in gambling scandal

1:30:27 - Danny's thoughts on the 2024 Boston Red Sox

1:35:25 - More thoughts on Ohtani's future in Major League Baseball

1:47:45 - Celebrating the Patriots trading Mac Jones

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It's official: The Rock and Roman Reigns will take on Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins in a Tag Team match on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40. And the stipulations are set, potentially giving us "Bloodline Rules" on Night 2 as Roman Reigns defends his WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes. Danny Picard and producer Paul Price react to the latest epic segment on Smackdown, which ended with Cody Rhodes slapping The Rock. Plus, Danny exposes a few massive hints that were dropped by The Rock in this segment. Also, Danny shares his thoughts on the WWE's new partnership with PRIME Hydration and an advertisement being placed in the middle of the ring. AND, Danny defends his love for the WWE in a passionate rant against all those who criticize pro wrestling fans. Last but not least, Danny and Paul react to the latest New England Patriots documentary "The Dynasty" on Apple TV+.

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0:00 - Intro

4:12 - WWE to put PRIME logo on the mat for every PLE

9:03 - Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on Netflix

13:09 - What's brewing with The Rock and Roman Reigns?

17:18 - The Rock drops more hints at his potential motive

22:50 - Cody Rhodes slaps the Rock!

32:14 - Is WWE preparing to abolish the World Heavyweight Title?

40:36 - Danny defends his love for pro wrestling in a passionate rant

54:08 - Reaction to "The Dynasty" documentary on the New England Patriots

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The Bloodline did it again. The Rock and Roman Reigns continue to put on an epic show leading up to WrestleMania 40. Danny Picard and producer Paul Price break down the latest Smackdown segment in which The Rock "acknowledged" Roman Reigns, while announcing "Bloodline Rules" for the WrestleMania main event between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns. But is The Rock mysteriously hinting at turning on Roman Reigns? Plus, Danny reveals the official gambling odds for WrestleMania 40 in what might be another massive spoiler.

0:00 - Danny re-introduces himself to new subscribers

5:00 - Breaking down The Bloodline's epic Smackdown segment

7:17 - The Rock "acknowledges" Roman Reigns . . . or did he?

9:38 - Why is The Rock using this hand gesture?

15:39 - Rock and Roman vs Cody and Seth at Night 1 of WrestleMania

22:30 - Looking at the Vegas odds for WrestleMania 40

28:40 - Does surpassing Hulk Hogan really matter?

34:17 - WWE 2K24 dropped the ball on "40 Years of WrestleMania"

40:09 - More thoughts on The Bloodline vs Cody Rhodes saga

44:00 Is Roman Reigns on WWE's Mount Rushmore?

Hollywood Rock returned to the WWE on Smackdown, and was seemingly part of The Bloodline. But Danny Picard gives you proof, via "The Pat McAfee Show," that the plan has always been for The Rock to help Cody Rhodes win the WWE Championship against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania. Plus, Danny and producer Paul Price react to the Kansas City Chiefs winning another Super Bowl, while wondering if Tom Brady could actually return to play one more season with the New England Patriots, now that Bill Belichick is gone.

2:04 - "Hollywood Rock" returns to WWE

7:51 - The Rock reveals a spoiler on The Pat McAfee Show

19:00 - What's the WWE's final plan for WrestleMania 40?

32:52 - The Rock responds to "Maui" comment on X

34:42 - AEW deserves some credit for current WWE success

40:49 - Danny is not happy with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

45:31 - Patrick Mahomes vs Tom Brady

49:24 - Could Tom Brady play one more season with the Patriots?

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