On the Friday sports edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will and the Host of 'Crain and Company,' Jake Crain dig into the biggest stories early on in football.

They debate Arch Manning’s shaky start at Texas, evaluate which teams are true national title contenders, and revisit preseason quarterback hype versus breakout stars.

They also preview the weekend’s top college matchups, including Florida–Miami, Indiana–Illinois, and Auburn–Oklahoma, before turning to the NFL to ask whether Josh Allen has overtaken Patrick Mahomes as the league’s best quarterback.

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(00:00) – Arch Manning’s struggles at Texas
(06:30) – Which teams are real national title contenders?
(15:00) – Overhyped vs. breakout QBs this season
(24:00) – Weekend preview: Florida–Miami, Indiana–Illinois, Auburn–Oklahoma
(34:30) – NFL talk: Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes

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Story #1: After Jimmy Kimmel’s show is taken off air after his false and tasteless comments about Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin, many on the Left are freaking out about Cancel Culture. But is this an attack on free speech or simply a business decision after years of tanking ratings? Will breaks down the hypocrisy of the Left suddenly “defending” free speech after years of cheering on Cancel Culture.

Story #2: Stand-up Comic and Host of 'Part Of The Problem,' Dave Smith joins Will to talk free speech, media bias, and the cultural fallout of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Smith calls out liberals who politicize tragedy and explains why Americans can’t trust legacy institutions. And don't get him started on former President Barack Obama.

Story #3: Christian minister and resident of Dearborn, MI, Ted Barham sits down with Will to share his story from Dearborn, Michigan, after clashing with the city’s Muslim mayor over renaming a street after a terrorist sympathizer. Barham explains why he spoke out, the backlash he’s faced, and why he insists on standing for truth and freedom while offering Christian love.

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(00:00) Will’s Monologue: Jimmy Kimmel Fired — Cancel Culture or Consequence
(18:00) Dave Smith on Free Speech, Hypocrisy, and Media Bias
(29:00) Smith: Obama, Rhetoric, and the Left’s Politicization of Tragedy
(50:15) Pastor Ted Barham on Clashing with Dearborn’s Mayor
(56:00) Barham: Islam, Freedom, and Christian Love
(1:13:00) Closing Thoughts

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Story #1: As the media warps their coverage of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, from ABC describing it as a “love story” to CNN refusing to acknowledge the motive, Will argues that America is in a spiritual war of good vs. evil. A culture celebrating violence has lost its moral compass.

Story #2: Heritage Foundation President Dr. Kevin Roberts joins Will to discuss what Charlie Kirk’s assassination reveals about the Left’s march through America’s institutions. Roberts says tolerance has morphed into totalitarianism, and that it’s time for courage, truth-telling, and cultural accountability to reclaim the country.

Story #3: Gary Myers, Author of 'Brady vs. Belichick: The Dynasty Debate,' helps Will settle one of sports’ greatest arguments: Was it Tom Brady or Bill Belichick who deserves more credit for the Patriots dynasty? Myers shares behind-the-scenes stories, insight from legends like Joe Montana, and why this debate is about more than just football, it’s about leadership and legacy.

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(00:00) Will’s Monologue: Media Spin, Evil, and Spiritual Warfare
(17:45) Kevin Roberts on America’s Cultural and Spiritual Crisis
(25:55) Roberts: Tolerance, Truth, and Fighting for Charlie’s Legacy
(39:25) Roberts on Institutions, the Left, and Cultural Accountability

(45:30) Gary Myers on Brady vs. Belichick and the Patriots Dynasty
(52:00) Montana, Walsh, and Lessons for Brady and Belichick
(58:30) Politics, Locker Rooms, and the Patriots’ Trump Connection

(1:06:20) Closing Thoughts

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Story #1: American Bitcoin Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Eric Trump and Executive Chairman and Board Member, Asher Genoot join Will to discuss the launch of American Bitcoin on the NASDAQ. Eric also reflects on his friendship with Charlie Kirk and the threats facing his own family, while Asher explains why Bitcoin is the ultimate store of value and how their company aims to make crypto simple and accessible for everyday Americans.

Story #2: Author and Host of "Your Welcome", Michael Malice sits down with Will to examine the deeper crisis in America. From calls for violence to the push for “hate speech” laws, Malice argues we’ve entered a dangerous phase where debate is collapsing. He explains why some ideas must be retired, why others can’t be negotiated in good faith, and why this moment will likely mark a turning point in American history.

Story #3: Will closes with a monologue on the limits of free speech, the line between hate speech and incitement, and the role of accountability in culture versus government. He calls out politicians like Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) for dangerous rhetoric, and argues that preserving civilization requires truth, responsibility, and a re-commitment to basic decency.

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(00:00) Intro
 (06:30) Eric Trump on Charlie Kirk & American Bitcoin
 (15:00) Asher Genoot Explains American Bitcoin
 (22:30) Michael Malice Interview
 (41:00) Will & Malice Explore History & America’s Future
 (58:00) Will’s Monologue Calling Out the Left
 (1:14:00) Closing Reflections

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Story #1: Will warns that the Left's celebrations or excusing of Charlie Kirk’s assassination has unleashed a political and cultural “freight train.” Normal Americans are being radicalized by the rhetoric, distortions, and silence from Democrats, and it's not just from those online.

Story #2: Former White House Chief Information Officer and CEO of cybersecurity firm Fortalice, Theresa Payton joins to examine how alleged assassin Tyler Robinson was radicalized through online echo chambers. She explains how platforms like Discord and Reddit can splinter into dark spaces, recruiting vulnerable people into dangerous ideologies.

Story #3: Jack Posobiec, Senior Editor at Human Events and Author of ‘Bulletproof: The Truth about the Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump,’ sits down with Will to reflect on the assassination’s impact, the climate of left-wing rhetoric, and life inside Turning Point headquarters after losing his close friend.

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On this edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will continues to share his reaction to the shocking assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk. Will lays out why Kirk’s murder is more than a political headline, it’s a cultural turning point that exposes the rising tide of political violence in America, the media’s selective outrage, and what it says about our ability to live together in one country.

Then, Will is joined by Co-host of ‘The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show’ and Founder of OutKick, Clay Travis to analyze how the Left and the press are framing the assassination, the chilling precedent it sets for free speech, and what it means for parents, students, and the future of open debate. 

Former Major League Baseball All-Star & World Series Champion and Candidate for Congress in TX-21, Mark Teixeira also sits down with Will to bring his perspective as an athlete, a parent, and a citizen. The two dive into why he's running for office in Texas and tragic death of Charlie Kirk. 

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Out of respect for the death of Charlie Kirk, a conservative thought leader, founder of Turning Point USA, and dear friend of both Fox News and Will Cain, this episode will be dedicated to honoring his memory.

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Will opens with personal reflections on Kirk’s influence, their friendship, and the grief and anger sweeping America. He frames the moment as both a national tragedy and a test of the country’s moral compass.

Editor-In-Chief of ‘2Way’ Mark Halperin then joins Will to examine the media’s coverage and the cultural divide surrounding Kirk’s death, calling it a historic loss and urging the press to confront its own role in shaping his image.

Host of ‘The Guy Benson Show’ Guy Benson shares stories from Kirk’s early days, his fearless rise, and his generational impact on young conservatives. Benson highlights the shock-waves reverberating through politics and culture, noting this moment feels like a national turning point.

Finally, Joey Jones, Author of ‘Behind The Badge’ and FOX News Contributor, reflects on Kirk’s legacy, the meaning of leadership, and the moral struggle between grief, anger, and honoring Kirk’s example. Jones stresses that Kirk’s greatest work was empowering America’s youth and that his influence will outlive all of us

Together, the conversations grapple with what Kirk’s death means for politics, media, and America’s future, and how to carry forward his legacy.

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Story #1: In 'Quick Takes,' Will hits on three big stories of the day: a Texas A&M professor is fired after teaching gender ideology against state law, Los Angeles wildfire relief money is exposed for being funneled into questionable projects instead of directly to victims, and former Vice President Kamala Harris’s (D-CA) new book takes sharp shots at the Bidens.

Story #2: Senior Columnist at Townhall.com and Author of 'American Apocalypse,' Kurt Schlichter joins Will to further break down the Charlotte light rail murder and the lies told since 2020. From George Floyd to race-based policies reducing jail populations, Schlichter and Will call out the media, politicians, and elites who created the conditions that put repeat offenders back on the streets and why ignoring crime stats fuels division and balkanization in America.

Story #3: Will takes the audience behind the scenes of his fiery debate with Senator Rand Paul over using the U.S. military against drug cartels. Plus, Will responds to comments from you, the 'Willitia.'

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Story #1: Will exposes how cashless bail, failed prosecutors, and soft-on-crime policies kept predators like DeCarlos Brown on the streets to murder Iryna Zyrutska. Will also calls out the media for ignoring the story, or worse, shaming people for noticing, because it doesn’t fit their narrative on crime and race.

Story #2: Editor of 'National Review' and Author of 'The Case for Nationalism,' Rich Lowry joins Will to discuss the rise of acceptance for socialism, the polling showing Democrats drifting left, and what it means for figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). They also dive into President Donald Trump’s impact on conservatism, how his disruption has permanently changed the Republican Party, and why Trump’s style succeeds where polite “jawboning” always failed.

Story #3: Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo sits down with Will to explain his move to eliminate vaccine mandates in Florida schools. He lays out why the state is shifting toward parental choice, pushes back on the “scientific consensus” argument, and responds to critics who warn of outbreaks.

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Story #1: As more comes to light around a horrific murder of a young woman, Iryna Zyrutska, on the Charlotte light rail, Will exposes how decades of soft-on-crime policies, cashless bail, and political deflection from leaders like Lori Lightfoot and Brandon Johnson enable the same offenders to terrorize the same victims and why the national media has buried the story.

Story #2: Author of 'Dream School,' Jeff Selingo, joins Will to rethink how parents and students should choose colleges. Instead of chasing Ivy League rejection rates, Selingo lays out what really matters: regional networks, affordable tuition, internships, and professors who mentor students. He reveals surprising “dream schools” where graduates earn just as much as those from elite universities without the crushing debt.

Story #3: Will and The Crew dive into Josh Allen's incredible miracle comeback over the Ravens. Plus, a "Karen" berates a father and takes a baseball away from a boy on his birthday at Phillies game.

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