Football season is almost here, and we're breaking it all down.

In this special roundtable episode of Timeout with Makali, I'm joined by three friends, Shea Bresnahan, Michael Belcher, and Matthew Liggio, to preview both the upcoming college football and NFL seasons. We share our playoff predictions, debate conference and division winners, make Heisman and MVP picks, predict the National Champion and Super Bowl winner, and throw out a few bold takes that could either look brilliant or age terribly.

Whether you're a die-hard college football fan, an NFL fanatic, or just love hearing passionate sports debates, this episode has something for you.

In this episode:

• College Football Playoff predictions
• Conference championship picks
• Heisman Trophy favorites
• NFL division winners
• NFL playoff predictions
• MVP & Offensive/Defensive Player of the Year picks
• Super Bowl predictions
• Bold takes and breakout players

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Welcome back to Timeout With Makali! In this episode, Makali is joined by special guest Gabe Wilson to preview the 2025–2026 NBA season. The duo breaks down everything you need to know heading into the year from award predictions to playoff seedings, and which teams could surprise the league.They also dive deep into key storylines:Is Luka Doncic on his way to another MVP season?Can Cooper Flagg live up to the Rookie of the Year hype?Why the Atlanta Hawks could be one of the most intriguing teams in basketball.What’s really going on with Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks could change be coming?And finally, who’s the team to beat in the East this year?It’s all here bold takes, predictions, and deep analysis as the NBA season tips off.#TimeoutWithMakali #NBA #NBAPreview #LukaDoncic #Giannis #CooperFlagg #NBAPodcast

Week 6 of the NFL was pure chaos and we’re breaking it all down on Timeout With Makali.

The Eagles aren’t looking right, the Jets hit rock bottom in London after another brutal loss to the Broncos, and the “Justin Fields experiment” might be over. The Dolphins are falling apart with leadership questions surfacing, while Drake Maye and the Patriots are officially HERE starting 4-2 for the first time since the Brady era.

Plus, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs are heating up at the right time, and the Bills continue to look lost. We also dive into MLB Championship Series action as both road teams the Mariners and Dodgers jump out to 2-0 leads. From Mahomes’ dominance to baseball’s October drama, this episode is loaded.

Week 3 of the NFL was absolute madness! In this episode of Timeout With Makali, we dive into the Eagles’ miracle comeback against the Rams, Jalen Hurts reminding everyone why he’s HIM, and Jordan Davis putting on one of the most dominant defensive line performances we’ve ever seen.

We also break down the Cowboys’ defensive collapse, the Giants’ struggles, and whether Russell Wilson’s career is officially over. Plus the Lions go on the road and outplay the Ravens, showing they’re legit contenders, and the Bears look surprisingly solid while Caleb Williams shines.

From epic comebacks to coaching disasters, Week 3 had it all. Let’s talk about it.

The NFL is officially back, and Week 1 did not disappoint! 🏈 In this episode of Timeout With Makali, I’m breaking down all the biggest games, wild storylines, and early season surprises from around the league, plus a quick dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty’s dramatic last two episodes.

We’re talking:

• Bills vs Ravens — Josh Allen goes nuclear, Ravens collapse late

• Bears vs Vikings — JJ McCarthy shows flashes of a franchise QB

• Cowboys vs Eagles — Jalen Hurts carries Philly, CeeDee struggles

• Dolphins vs Colts — Tua struggles, culture issues brewing in Miami

• Lions vs Packers — Green Bay looks like a legit Super Bowl contender

• Chiefs vs Chargers — Herbert dominates, Chiefs’ offense regresses

• TSITP Episodes 7 & 8 Recap — Jeremiah’s insecurities, Conrad’s treatment, and Belly’s Paris plot

Whether you’re an NFL die-hard or here for the TSITP drama, this episode’s got a little bit of everything.

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In this episode of Timeout With Makali, we’re covering everything from the NFL to pop culture! Makali breaks down every division in the NFL, analyzing team strengths, weaknesses, and key storylines heading into the 2025 season plus, he shares his playoff seeding predictions. We also dive into “The Kingdom,” the Chiefs’ documentary, highlighting Lamar Hunt’s impact, Andy Reid’s legacy, and Kansas City’s rise to dominance. To wrap it up, we recap Episode 7 of The Summer I Turned Pretty and discuss the drama unfolding on screen.

This episode is packed with insights, bold takes, and plenty of energy you won’t want to miss!

Makali is back for a special episode of pure football madness with guests Mike Belcher, Matthew Liggio. Things get toxic fast as the crew tackles some of the wildest and most heated debates yet:

• 🦅 Are the Eagles the best team of the last 25 years?

• 🧠 Who are the top 10 quarterbacks heading into 2025?

• 📅 We predict our favorite teams’ records

• 🦍 And finally… could one gorilla take down 100 men?

It’s a mix of NFL analysis, friendly chaos, and absolute nonsense—you don’t want to miss it.

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Makali Pennycooke is back with a jam-packed episode of Timeout With Makali! In this week's show, we break down the Oklahoma City Thunder’s historic NBA Finals win—their first championship ever. We dive into Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s legendary postseason, the heartbreaking Tyrese Haliburton Achilles injury, and all the emotions that came with Game 7.

Plus, the Kevin Durant trade to Houston finally happened—did the Rockets just become a real contender? Jrue Holiday’s move to Portland, the Celtics’ cap-clearing moves, and a rant on Ace Bailey’s confusing draft process all get addressed. And Makali wraps things up with a fun recap of his day at Fanatics Fest.

📌 Topics:

• Thunder win NBA Championship

• Haliburton injury and Pacers' heartbreak

• Kevin Durant traded to Houston

• Jrue Holiday traded to Portland

• Sixers drama & Ace Bailey’s odd draft moves

• Fanatics Fest recap

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Season 2 kicks off with Makali breaking down the crazy NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers why Indiana might’ve blown their shot, and why OKC’s home dominance could be the key. KD trade rumors are heating up and Desmond Bane just got shipped to Orlando in a blockbuster deal. The Knicks? Still in shambles. The Sixers have a big draft decision ahead, and the Red Sox just pulled off one of the weirdest MLB trades in years.Makali also ranks his Top 5 NBA Finals Performances of the Last 25 Years, including Steph, Dirk, Giannis, and LeBron’s legendary 2016 run.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and follow wherever you get your podcasts!

March Madness is in full swing, and my bracket is absolutely torched but somehow, my joke chalk bracket is still alive. In this episode of Timeout With Makali, I break down all the early tournament madness, including whether NIL and the Transfer Portal are killing Cinderella stories, a deep dive into Pitino vs. Calipari, and a coaching masterclass from Dan Hurley in UConn vs. Florida.

We also discuss LeBron’s comments on The Pat McAfee Show Plus, MLB Opening Day is here! I give my official 2024 season predictions, from division winners to MVPs.

And of course, we wrap things up with my Top 5 of the Week: The Best March Madness Games Since 2000.

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