The Valenti Show

HOUR 2: TJ Lang Joins To Talk Playing In The Cold, Amon-Ra's Comments, and Championship Weekend

23 Jan 2026

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TJ Lang joined in the second hour to break down a multitude of topics, including Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments about Lions fans on his podcast earlier ...

HOUR 3: The Picks + Who Said It?

23 Jan 2026

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The guys tackled two fan-favorite segments in the third hour.

HOUR 4: Which Old Sports Games Are Must-Watch When They Replay On TV?

23 Jan 2026

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The guys rounded out today's show with a fun topic regarding historic sports games.

Taking Your Calls On Your Favorite Throwback Games To Watch

23 Jan 2026

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The people get involved in the final topic of the day.

What Is One Throwback Game You'll Always Watch When It Replays On TV?

23 Jan 2026

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The guys have a discussion about some old games they love to watch when they see them on TV.

Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship Weekend in the NFL | 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti'

23 Jan 2026

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From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship weekend in the NFL. Should Ben J...

The Picks | 1-23-26

23 Jan 2026

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TJ and the guys do this week's "The Picks".

The Guys + TJ Preview NFL Championship Weekend

23 Jan 2026

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Who will advance to the Super Bowl?

TJ Lang On Amon-Ra's Podcast Comments: He "Insulted The Fans' Intelligence"

23 Jan 2026

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TJ addresses Amon-Ra's podcast comments from earlier this week about Lions fans' reaction to the hiring of Drew Petzing as the new offensive coordinat...

TJ Expands On Lions Hiring Drew Petzing As Their New Offensive Coordinator

23 Jan 2026

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The guys get TJ's thoughts on the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzing.

TJ Lang Describes Playing In The Freezing Cold + Dishes On Drew Petzing Hire

23 Jan 2026

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TJ Lang joins the guys to talk about his experiences playing in the cold and begins to discuss the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzing.

Blind Ranking CFB Programs | College Football Blitz

23 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico blind rank the top college football programs ever.

Which Team Do You Want To Lose The Most This NFL Championship Weekend?

23 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico give the team they'd like to see lose the most this weekend in the NFL.

The People Chime In With Their Own Sibling Rivalries

23 Jan 2026

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The guys take your calls on sibling rivalries you had as kids.

The Guys Discuss Some Sibling Rivalries They Had As Kids

23 Jan 2026

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With Rockets G Amen Thompson coming to LCA tonight to face his twin brother Ausar, Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico have a conversation about their si...

FULL SHOW: Thursday, January 22nd

22 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on the upcoming country-wide snowstorm this weekend. They shifted towards some Skubal talk in...

HOUR 1: Historic Snowfall Coming This Weekend + In Football Today

22 Jan 2026

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The guys unconventionally opened the show, discussing the weather forecast for this weekend, which calls for historic snow across the continental US. ...

HOUR 2: Why Are The Tigers So Against Trading Skubal? + CFB Blitz

22 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico spent the second hour with a new report from Jon Heyman about the likelihood of the Tigers trading away Tarik Skubal. They lambasted Sco...

HOUR 3: Another Absurd NIL/Transfer Portal Story + 49ers Conspiracy Or Not?

22 Jan 2026

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The guys opened the third hour with a conversation about Charles Bediako, a former pro basketball player who is returning to college basketball to pla...

HOUR 4: What's Next For The Lions After Skipper's Retirement?

22 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico wrapped up today's show wondering where the Lions go from here following Dan Skipper's retirement.

Hearing From The People On Lions' Potential Offseason Plans

22 Jan 2026

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The people chime in for the final time this show.

Dan Skipper Is Retiring...Will Taylor Decker Be Joining Him?

22 Jan 2026

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What do the Lions need to do this offseason on the offensive side of the ball?

Do You Believe This Viral Theory About The Uptick In 49ers Injuries?

22 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico address a viral NFL conspiracy regarding an electric substation located right outside of the 49ers' practice facility.

Taking Your Calls On Charles Bediako's Return To CBB + The Larger Issues In College Sports

22 Jan 2026

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The guys hear from some more of the people, this time on another absurd college sports story.

2026 CFP Predictions | CFB Blitz

22 Jan 2026

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The guys give some predictions for next year's CFP.

Reacting To Former Pro Charles Bediako Joining Alabama Basketball

22 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico have a discussion about the news that former G-League player Charles Bediako is returning to CBB to play for Alabama.

The People Offer Their Two Cents On The Tigers/Skubal Trade Talk

22 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico hear from the people about their ongoing Skubal/Tigers conversation.

Why Are The Tigers So Unserious When It Comes To Trading Skubal?

22 Jan 2026

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The guys continue to not be able to comprehend what the Tigers are thinking when it comes to Tarik Skubal.

Welp, Looks Like The Tigers Definitely Aren't Trading Skubal

22 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico react to some comments from Jon Heyman about whether the Tigers are actually serious about dealing Tarik Skubal.

In Football Today | 1-22-26

22 Jan 2026

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The guys discuss some big NFL topics + react to the nominees for each yearly award.

Hearing From The People On The Snow Storm This Weekend

22 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico take your calls and read your ticket texts on their snow discussion.

The Guys Discuss The Potentially Record Setting Snow In The US On Sunday

22 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico begin the show reacting to the INSANE weather forecast for this weekend across the United States.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, January 21st

21 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on what Amon-Ra St. Brown had to say about Lions fans on the most recent episode of his podca...

HOUR 1: Amon-Ra's Message To Lions Fans On His Podcast + In Football Today

21 Jan 2026

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The guys spent the first hour reacting to the comments made by Amon-Ra St. Brown on his podcast in response to Lions fans who have criticized the hiri...

HOUR 2: Amon-Ra's Comments Continued + Should Lions Make More Staff Changes?

21 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico opened the second hour with a continuation of their conversation about Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments. Then, they wondered if the Lions ne...

HOUR 3: College Sports Blitz + Do You Agree With How The Tigers Have Handled The Skubal Situation?

21 Jan 2026

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David joined the guys at the top of the third hour for a College Sports Blitz. Then, they offered another update on the Skubal/Tigers situation, askin...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Amon-Ra/Skubal

21 Jan 2026

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The guys wrapped today's show concluding all of the topics they traversed today.

Revisiting Amon-Ra's Tone-deaf Comments

21 Jan 2026

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The guys return to their earlier discussion about Amon-Ra St. Brown's comments about Lions fans.

The People Chime In On Buster Olney's Skubal Trade Interest Report

21 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico take a few more of your calls on their Skubal conversation.

Valenti On Tarik Skubal In Detroit: "Get Him Out Of Here"

21 Jan 2026

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The guys shift gears to discuss the latest in the Skubal/Tigers saga.

Guessing The 10 Universities That Have Won A CBB And CFB Title | College Sports Blitz

21 Jan 2026

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David joins with a list and the guys try to guess the schools on said list.

Hearing From The People On Amon-Ra's Comments/Kelvin Sheppard

21 Jan 2026

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The people get involved in today's Lions conversations.

Should The Lions Seriously Consider Moving On From Kelvin Sheppard?

21 Jan 2026

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Valenti wonders if the Lions need to look more outward when it comes to their staff, especially defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.

In Football Today | 1-21-26

21 Jan 2026

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The guys do an "In Football Today" centered around NFL-related stories.

Taking Your Calls On Amon-Ra's Comments

21 Jan 2026

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Mike and Rico hear from the people on what Amon-Ra had to say on his podcast.

Should We Be Offended By What Amon-Ra Had To Say About Lions Fans?

21 Jan 2026

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The guys continue their discussion about Amon-Ra's comments about Lions fans, wondering if it's valid for people to have an issue with them.

Reacting To Amon-Ra's Comments About Lions Fans

21 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Rico have a conversation about some comments from Amon-Ra St. Brown on his podcast about Lions' fans needing to relax.

Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reactions to Drew Petzing As OC

21 Jan 2026

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The Valenti Show, Costa & Jansen with Heather and Karsch & Anderson give their reactions to the Lions landing on Drew Petzing as their next offensive ...

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, January 20th

20 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) opened the show with their thoughts on the CFP National Championship last night. They transitioned into some Lions ta...

HOUR 1: Reactions To Last Night's CFP National Championship Game + In Football Today

20 Jan 2026

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The guys dished on the CFP National Championship and discussed whether they were able to enjoy the game even with all of the issues surrounding colleg...

HOUR 2: Extended Thoughts On The Lions Hiring Drew Petzing Over Mike McDaniel

20 Jan 2026

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Mike and Stoney offered some more informed thoughts on new Lions OC Drew Petzing after more than 24 hours had passed from the hiring. They took some d...

HOUR 3: Valenti's NFL PxP Blind Ranking, Thoughts On The Red Wings + Pistons

20 Jan 2026

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Mike gave his blind ranking for NFL PxP commentators to begin the third hour. Then, the guys briefly touched on the Red Wings and Pistons.

HOUR 4: The Never-Ending Tarik Skubal/Tigers Situation

20 Jan 2026

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The guys wrapped today's show with some new reports about Tarik Skubal and the Tigers' arbitration hearing coming up.

The People Respond To Mike's Disdain For The Skubal/Tigers Drama

20 Jan 2026

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The guys hear from some more callers on the Tarik Skubal situation and his agent Scott Boras' most recent comments.

Valenti Has Had Enough With The Skubal Situation: Are You With Him?

20 Jan 2026

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Mike explains why he continues to be frustrated with every new Tarik Skubal report.

The Guys Discuss The State Of The Pistons Following Close Win Over The Celtics

20 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Stoney make some observations on what they've seen from the Pistons this year.

Valenti Blind Ranks NFL Play-By-Play Commentators | In Football Today

20 Jan 2026

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Mike gives his blind ranking of the NFL play-by-play guys.

The Guys React To A Crazy NIL Story Regarding Duke

20 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Stoney have a conversation about Duke suing their QB Darian Mensah to stop him from entering the portal.

Taking Your Calls On Drew Petzing Criticism

20 Jan 2026

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The people chime in on the Drew Petzing conversation.

Why Did The Lions Choose Petzing Over Mike McDaniel?

20 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Stoney wonder why the Lions eventually went with Drew Petzing as their new offensive coordinator.

Valenti Doesn't Understand Lions' Fans Frustration Over New OC Drew Petzing

20 Jan 2026

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Mike has a bone to pick with Lions fans over their reactions to the Lions hiring Drew Petzing as their new offensive coordinator.

In Football Today | 1-20-26

20 Jan 2026

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David joins the guys to break down the biggest news around the NFL.

Hearing From The People On Your CFP National Championship Takeaways

20 Jan 2026

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Mike and Stoney take your calls and read your ticket texts on last night's CFP National Championship game.

Is College Football Still Enjoyable Even With All Of Its Issues?

20 Jan 2026

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The guys continue their CFP Championship thoughts, discussing if they have any less interest in the sport due to the NIL and transfer portal issues.

Reacting To Last Night's CFP Championship

20 Jan 2026

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Valenti and Stoney (in for Rico) give their thoughts on Indiana's win over Miami in the CFP National Championship last night.

FULL SHOW: Monday, January 19th

19 Jan 2026

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Valenti kicked off the show with his takeaways from the Divisional Round this past weekend and how they relate to the Lions. He stuck with this until ...

HOUR 1: Divisional Round Recap + Lions Hire Drew Petzing As New OC + Can We Say That?

19 Jan 2026

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Mike opened the show with his main takeaways for the Lions based on the NFL Divisional Round this past weekend. Then, he reacted live to the news that...

HOUR 2: More Calls + Reactions On Lions Hiring Drew Petzing As Their New Offensive Coordinator

19 Jan 2026

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Mike offered some more thoughts and took some more of your calls on Drew Petzing as the new Lions offensive coordinator.

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? + Valenti's Reaction To Dodgers Signing Tucker/What It Means For The Tigers

19 Jan 2026

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Mike was joined again by Corbin to do a "Can We Say That?" to open the third hour. Then, Valenti dove into the Dodgers' signing of Kyle Tucker last we...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Lions Hiring A New Offensive Coordinator

19 Jan 2026

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Mike spent the final hour with his thoughts and your calls on the Lions' new offensive coordinator Dan Petzing.

Reactions To Lions' Hiring Of Drew Petzing As New Offensive Coordinator Continued

19 Jan 2026

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Valenti revisits former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing joining the Lions in the same role.

Taking More Of Your Calls On All Of Today's Topics

19 Jan 2026

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Mike hears from more of the people on each of today's topics.

Valenti Reacts To The Dodgers/Kyle Tucker Signing & The Issues That Persist In MLB

19 Jan 2026

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Mike offers his two cents on the state of MLB after Kyle Tucker signed with the Dodgers.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 1-19-26

19 Jan 2026

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Corbin joins for another NFL-related "Can We Say That?"

Is Dan Campbell's Job On The Line Depending On How The Petzing Hire Works Out?

19 Jan 2026

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Valenti takes some more of your calls and wonders what the repercussions of the Drew Petzing hire not working out could be for Dan Campbell.

The People React To The Lions Hiring A New Offensive Coordinator

19 Jan 2026

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Valenti hears from the people on the Drew Petzing hire.

Diving Further Into Lions' New OC Drew Petzing

19 Jan 2026

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Valenti gives some more informed thoughts regarding Drew Petzing, the Lions' new offensive coordinator.

Can We Say That? NFL Divisional Round Edition | 1-19-26

19 Jan 2026

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Corbin joins Mike to break down this past weekend's NFL Divisional Round games.

Valenti On The Lions' Hiring Former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing As Offensive Coordinator: "I Like It"

19 Jan 2026

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Mike reacts in real time to the Lions' hiring of Drew Petzing as their new offensive coordinator.

Taking Your Calls On Your Takeaways From The NFL Divisional Round

19 Jan 2026

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The people respond to Valenti's Lions takeaways from this past weekend in the NFL.

Valenti's Takeaways For The Lions From The Divisional Round

19 Jan 2026

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Mike discusses what he thinks of the makeup of the Lions roster stemming from the NFL Playoffs Divisional Round this past weekend.

Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Skubal Arbitration & Missing Out On Bregman

18 Jan 2026

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The best conversations on the Tigers this week include breaking down the looming arbitration case involving Tarik Skubal, updating free agency & more!

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Mike's Power Ranking Of Suck, Jim Bowden's Skubal Report, and More!

18 Jan 2026

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Valenti goes off on a rant about all the media-related things he couldn't stand last weekend. Plus, Mike & Rico discuss a report from The Athletic's J...

Best Of The Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Should Detroit Make One Of These Big Trades?

17 Jan 2026

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With the Pistons looking like legit contenders in the East, should Trajan Langdon go big at the trade deadline to push his team over the top? Would on...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Which Playoff QBs Would You Rather Have Over Goff, How Can The Lions Improve, And More!

17 Jan 2026

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Costa & Jansen get this week's Best Of The Lions started with a conversation about which of all the QBs that made the NFL Playoffs they'd rather have ...

FULL SHOW: Friday, January 16th

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on the Dodgers' signing of Kyle Tucker and what (if anything) needs to be don...

HOUR 1: Frustrations Over Dodgers Signing Tucker + In Football Today

16 Jan 2026

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The guys opened the show with a conversation about the Dodgers adding to their championship roster with their signing of the top free agent, OF Kyle T...

HOUR 2: Which Remaining NFL Playoff QBs Would You Rather Have Over Jared Goff?

16 Jan 2026

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Out of the final 8 QBs remaining in the NFL playoffs, Stoney and Rico chose the ones that they'd trade Jared Goff for right now. Then, they took your ...

HOUR 3: The Picks + More Goff Calls + Who Said It?

16 Jan 2026

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The guys began the third hour with "The Picks". Then, they took a few more of your Goff calls before finishing out the hour with this week's "Who Said...

HOUR 4: Matthew Stafford Or Ben Johnson?

16 Jan 2026

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Today's show was rounded out with a topic about which of Ben Johnson and Matthew Stafford you're rooting for the least in Rams-Bears tomorrow night in...

The People Chime In On Which Of Ben Johnson And Matthew Stafford They Want To Lose The Most

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico hear from the people on the Ben Johnson/Matthew Stafford topic.

Who Do You Hate More: Matthew Stafford Or Ben Johnson?

16 Jan 2026

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The guys preview Rams-Bears and discuss which of Matthew Stafford and Ben Johnson they're rooting for to lose the most.

Hearing From More Of The People On The Goff Question

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico take more of your calls on which current NFL Playoff QBs you'd take over Jared Goff.

The Picks | 1-16-26

16 Jan 2026

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The guys give their picks for this weekend in the NFL and the CFP Final.

Hearing From The People On Which Playoff QBs You'd Take Over Goff

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney and Rico take your calls on the Goff question posed by Rico.

Which NFL Playoff QBs Would You Take Over Jared Goff?

16 Jan 2026

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Rico poses an interesting question to start the second hour.

Will These NFL Playoff Records Ever Be Broken? | In Football Today

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney has a list of NFL playoff records and the guys wonder if any of them will be broken.

More MLB Salary Talk + Should College Football Have A Cap As Well?

16 Jan 2026

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Would the NCAA be smart to implement a NIL cap for college football/basketball?

What Can Be Done To Fix The Main MLB Issue?

16 Jan 2026

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The guys discuss whether a salary cap or floor can help get MLB on the right track when it comes to competitive balance.

Reacting To The Dodgers Continuing To Ruin Baseball By Signing Kyle Tucker To HUGE Deal

16 Jan 2026

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Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico have a conversation about the Dodgers adding to their already stacked team by signing the top free agent, OF Kyle Tuc...