JD and George Rusic reflect on Sunday’s NFL games, particularly the Buffalo Bills ugly win over the New England Patriots (0:10). NFL insider Brady Quinn weighs-in on how concerned he is with Lamar Jackson’s arm, the Steelers relying on their defence over offence, and Carson Wentz’s decision making against the Cowboys (49:59). WGR 550’s Nate Geary explains that expectations have changed for the Bills and that their play needs to reflect that (1:20:20). Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith looks at possibility of the Blue Jays pursuing top players like Trevor Bauer and George Springer, and how they’ll handle their own free agents (1:39:19). NBC Sports’ Mike Florio looks ahead to tomorrow’s NFL trade deadline, who could be dealt, and if the Packers could add a wide-receiver to help Aaron Rodgers (2:08:39).

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Ben and JD share their thoughts on the Falcons’ Thursday night win over the Panthers (12:45). Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer discusses his experience with COVID-19 testing, the team’s 5-2 start to the season, and preparations for Sunday’s divisional tilt against the Patriots (25:49). Coolbet sports analyst Kris Abbott shares his favourite picks for Week 8 in the NFL and JD reveals his weekly Cowards Parlay (1:18:33). NFL scribe Tyler Dunne weighs in on the Patriots’ recent struggles, Lamar Jackson’s continued development as a passer, and Mike McCarthy’s tumultuous start to his tenure in Dallas (1:40:14). Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jimmy Vesey discusses his decision to sign with the Maple Leafs, his dad’s relationship with Kyle Dubas, and his excitement for next season (2:02:08). 

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Ben and JD share their thoughts on MLB’s statement regarding Justin Turner’s positive COVID-19 diagnosis (14:49). Blue Jays pitcher and former Dodger Ross Stripling chimes in on watching his former L.A. teammates win the World Series, Clayton Kershaw overcoming his playoff demons, and Corey Seager taking home World Series MVP honours (25:19). Carlos Pena, former MLB first baseman and current MLB Network analyst, discusses Kevin Cash’s decision to pull Blake Snell in Game 6 and the culture of analytics in baseball (48:15). Odds Shark sports analyst Joe Osborne joins the guys to tee up Thursday night’s Falcons-Panthers game and offers his favourite picks for Week 8 in the NFL (1:08:55). Mark Sanchez, former NFL quarterback and host of the Fourth and Forever podcast, weighs in on the Jets’ dismal 2020 season, the potential of Trevor Lawrence returning to Clemson next season, and the Patriots’ recent struggles (1:14:51). ESPN’s Brian Windhorst discusses the current NBA-NBPA negotiations, the financial incentives of starting the 2020-21 season in December, and the Raptors’ logistical challenges due to border restrictions (1:35:52). 

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Dan Shulman, Blue Jays play-by-play announcer for Sportsnet and MLB on ESPN, joins Ben and JD to discuss the Dodgers’ series-clinching win over the Rays, Kevin Cash’s decision to pull Blake Snell in the sixth inning of Game 6, and the culture of analytics in baseball (7:37). MLB Network Insider Jon Heyman weighs in on Justin Turner’s positive COVID-19 test and MLB’s response to the situation (49:02). Former MLB catcher J.P. Arencibia chimes in on Snell’s removal from last night’s game, the Rays’ adherence to analytics, and Turner’s decision to return to the field after being informed of a positive COVID-19 test (1:41:44). 

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Ben and JD share their thoughts on the Rams’ win over the Bears on Monday night and the NBA’s plans for next season (0:14). Sportsnet’s Maria St. Aubin stops by for our weekly edition of Text Line Tuesday (22:42). CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora weighs in on the Patriots’ offensive woes and the upcoming NFL trade deadline (49:42). ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks chimes in on the NBA’s urgency to start the 2020-21 season in December, the Raptors’ potential playing destinations for next season, and the outlook for free agency (1:14:54). Will Middlebrooks, former MLB third baseman and current CBS Sports HQ analyst, joins the guys to tee up Game 6 of the World Series and offers his assessment of Clayton Kershaw’s confounding post-season resume (1:37:05). Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper discusses his experience winning the Stanley Cup inside the NHL bubble, adjusting to an unorthodox off-season, and the lessons his team learned from last year’s disappointing playoff exit against Columbus (2:02:54). 

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Ben and JD open with their thoughts on the World Series, particularly Clayton Kershaw’s start in Game 5, and UFC 254 which saw Khabib Nurmagomedov announce his retirement after defeating Justin Gaethje (4:17). NFL talk with Brady Quinn who discusses the Buccaneers and their acquisition of Antonio Brown, the Bills’ ugly win over the Jets, and if the Seahawks can overcome their leaky defence (51:28). Karl Ravech, the host of ESPN’s Baseball Tonight comments on the talent disparity between Tampa & Los Angeles and if Corey Seager is getting enough credit for his postseason performance (1:35:56). UFC analyst Brett Okamoto breaks down Khabib Nurmagomedov’s victory in UFC 254, where he ranks all-time, and how the vacant title will be awarded (2:01:23).

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Ben and JD share their thoughts on the Eagles’ win over the Giants on Thursday night (14:24). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi weighs in on Mark Shapiro’s future with the Blue Jays and the team’s off-season outlook (27:39). CBS Sports MMA analyst Luke Thomas chimes in on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s strong ground game, a potential super fight against Georges St-Pierre, and Conor McGregor’s future in the UFC (51:28). Coolbet sports analyst Kris Abbott shares his favourite picks for Week 7 in the NFL and JD reveals his weekly Cowards parlay (1:16:35). Daniel Jeremiah, former NFL scout and current NFL Network analyst, discusses Tua Tagovailoa’s insertion into the Dolphins’ starting lineup, Carson Wentz’s suspect decision-making, and Kyler Murray’s continued maturation (1:38:42). CC Sabathia, former MLB pitcher and co-host of the R2C2 podcast, discusses the Rays’ impressive development model, his relationship with the Blue Jays’ front office, and Toronto’s exciting young core (2:07:38). 

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Ben and JD share their thoughts on Mark Shapiro’s end-of-season news conference and his long-term future in Toronto (4:59). Blue Jays pitcher Jordan Romano discusses his recovery from a season-ending finger injury, his breakout 2020 campaign, and the evolving role of relief pitchers in baseball (24:00). Odds Shark sports analyst Joe Osborne offers his best bets for Thursday night’s Eagles-Giants game (44:04). Daniel Cormier, former UFC heavyweight champion and current UFC analyst, weighs in on Saturday’s UFC 254 card and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s impressive wrestling prowess (1:03:17). Mike Tanier, national NFL scribe for Pro Football Network, chimes in on Ryan Fitzpatrick’s emotional response after being benched in favour of Tua Tagovailoa, potential trade suitors for Fitzpatrick, and the frontrunner to win the abysmal NFC East (1:38:05). Dallas Braden, former MLB pitcher and co-host of the Starting 9 podcast, discusses the Dodgers’ lack of starting pitching depth and Kevin Cash’s bullpen usage (2:00:14). 

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Anthony Stewart, former NHL forward and co-host of Hockey Central, joins Ben and JD to discuss Ilya Mikheyev’s contract extension with the Maple Leafs (6:58). Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer weighs in on the Dolphins’ decision to name Tua Tagovailoa as the team’s new starting quarterback and Mike McCarthy’s tumultuous start to his tenure in Dallas (32:40). Mark Teixeira, former MLB first baseman and current ESPN analyst, discusses the Rays’ knack for developing talent, Mookie Betts’ status among baseball’s top players, and Clayton Kershaw’s confounding post-season resume (51:03). Joe Siddall, former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, chimes in on the human element of umpiring in baseball and the Dodgers’ Game 1 win over the Rays (1:36:54). Justin Bourne, co-host of Hockey Central, stops by to discuss Mikheyev’s fit in the Leafs’ lineup and Kyle Dubas’ moves this off-season (2:00:28).

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Ben and JD discuss the Chiefs’ win over the Bills on Monday night and Andy Dalton’s tumultuous first start for the Cowboys (9:19). Sportsnet’s Maria St. Aubin stops by for our weekly edition of Text Line Tuesday (34:29). Blake Murphy, Raptors reporter for The Athletic, weighs in on the Raptors’ off-season outlook, Fred VanVleet’s impending free agency decision, and Kyle Lowry’s future in Toronto (53:02). Lorenzo Alexander, former Bills Pro Bowl linebacker and current analyst for Stadium, discusses the Bills’ defensive struggles this season and the current landscape of the AFC East (1:38:29). Ryan Dempster, former MLB pitcher and current MLB Network analyst, joins the guys to tee up Game 1 of the World Series and Randy Arozarena’s impressive post-season run (2:02:54). 

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