Lawrence, Fields highlight Heisman race after Week 8 (2:41)
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The Right Time: Odell, a hilarious college football story and a story on sports/COVID we can’t ignore
Bomani discusses the treatment of Odell Beckham Jr. in Cleveland following his season-ending injury, including why we should look at him like a prodigy rather than a malcontent (0:55). Are NFL players hindered after they return from a COVID diagnosis? Jaguars RB Ryquell Armstead gets shut down for the season due to complications (26:58) and LSU gets put on probation for uncovered booster payments (36:26). Plus, an IYHH including a new iPhone feature that allows you to measure people’s height (44:20) and your stories from the craziest thing you have ever seen when getting stuck in a long line (56:17). IYHH Stories @AlexWardVox says #EndSARS isn’t just about police brutality, it’s about the future of Nigeria”: https://bit.ly/3e9ga5R @rsgnl on the iPhone 12 Pro feature that allows you to measure someone’s height: https://bit.ly/3mxFBkn @ZlatiMeyer shares the ugly truth about tipping waitstaff during COVID-19: https://bit.ly/3mziZjP
Who will to step up for their injured teammate in fantasy? (1:09)
Greeny Hour 2: Marcus Spears, Hot Sauce, Trivia
What can Dez Bryant bring to the Ravens? Is it possible Mike McCarthy will be one and done? How can Odell Beckham Jr. maximize his talent? ESPN Football Analyst Marcus Spears answers all that and more. Greeny has some Unsolicited Advice for Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Mike Nolan... which leads to a lot of confusion from Nuno, Cliff and the listeners. Plus, Greeny explains why he thinks Tampa Bay is the perfect fit for Antonio Brown.
Michigan fan who threatened Ohio St. sentenced
The Michigan football fan who threatened a shooting at Ohio State University during the schools' annual rivalry game in 2018 was given a one-year sentence.
Fantasy Focus Football: MNF Recap, Week 8 Waiver Wire Adds
Field, Matthew, Stephania, Daniel and Kyle recap Monday Night Football, update you on the latest injury news and give you the key Week 8 waiver wire adds.
Which college football teams do the least with the most in recruiting?
Which college football teams bring in five- and four-star prospects but don't maximize their potential?
Saturday isn't buying McElroy's claim that Browns are better without OBJ (1:55)
Heisman Watch: Justin Fields' return means Trevor Lawrence has competition
Justin Fields returned to the tune of three total touchdowns, but so far the Heisman Trophy is Trevor Lawrence's for the taking.
Rankings and a TV favorite goes down
Odell goes down. The latest rankings are up and a TV favorite goes over the top rope at the Regal Tumble
Fantasy fallout: How to sort out Steelers receivers? Who steps up in Cleveland?
Figuring out whom to rely on in Pittsburgh or in Cleveland without OBJ is tricky. Our NFL Nation reporters have answers on that and more.
KJZ Hour 1: Bears are who we thought they were
The Rams dominated the Bears on Monday Night...and the Bears really are who we thought they were: good on defense and a mess on offense. Jeff Dickerson joins to talk about what's going on with the Bears offense and why they can never seem to get things right on that side of the ball in Chicago. Plus, are the Browns really better off without OBJ?
Chiney & Golic Jr. Hour Two: Browns Better Without OBJ
Andy Dalton was dismantled by WFT LB Jonathan Bostic, and Cowboys players didn't retaliate. Was that a soft move? Plus, could Baker be better without Odell.
The CFB Pod: The guys look back at the first week of Big Ten action, and talk Oklahoma State and Alabama
Herbie, Pollack and Negandhi kick off the podcast discussing the return of the Big Ten, Michigan’s strong start, Indiana’s big overtime win over Penn State, Ohio State’s questions at running back, Oklahoma State’s defense and what changes for Alabama with the loss of Jaylen Waddle.
Breaking down the unbeatens, from Bama and Clemson to Coastal Carolina
Clemson, Alabama, Notre Dame and Oklahoma State are humming along, and the Big Ten has joined the party in search of a College Football Playoff semifinal spot.
Big Ten overreactions: Michigan's a title contender, Penn State's overrated, Rutgers is decent and more
With the Big Ten's first week in the books, let's look at what questions were answered and what we should, and shouldn't, overreact to from every opening game.
Greeny Hour 1: Odell's Out, NFL Hot Takes, NFL MVP
Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr. has a torn ACL - what does this mean for Baker Mayfield going forward? Greeny shares his Week 7 "Hot Takes" in the NFL and we take your calls. Cam Newton continues to struggle... but could it be from having the virus? Bill Belichick once again dominates a press conference. Plus, we look back at Indiana's wild upset of Penn State on Saturday.
First Take hour 2: Steelers might be the best team in the AFC, should the Cowboys make a change at head coach and will Max finally give Tom Brady credit?
Stephen A, Max and Ryan Clark debate if the Steelers are the best team in the AFC, if the Mike McCarthy should finish the season in Dallas and if Max will finally give Tom Brady his credit.
First Take hour 1: Cam Newton stinks it up for the Patriots, Tom Brady balls out for the Bucs and OBJ's season ends.
Stephen A, Max and Keyshawn Johnson debate if the Patriots should be panicked over Cam's bad game, if Max needs to give Tom Brady credit and what Odell Beckham Jr's injury means for his future.
What does OBJ's injury means for the Browns? (1:19)
Ryan: Brady showing how good he is
Rex Ryan joined the show for his weekly spot to recap a crazy Week 7 in the NFL.
Fantasy Focus Football: Breaking Down Week 7, MNF Preview
Field, Matthew, Stephania and Daniel talk the latest news around the NFL, recap Week 7 so far and preview Monday Night Football.
What Stephen A. thinks OBJ's ACL injury means for his future (1:34)
OBJ has torn ACL in left knee, will miss season
Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL in his left knee, the Browns announced Monday morning.
This Just In
Browns star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. told NFL reporter Josina Anderson that he has a torn ACL in his knee and his season is over.
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NFL: 2020 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 183 | 118 |
| Baltimore | 5 | 1 | 0 | .833 | 179 | 104 |
| Cleveland | 5 | 2 | 0 | .714 | 200 | 221 |
| Cincinnati | 1 | 5 | 1 | .214 | 163 | 194 |
NBA: 2020 Central Standings Standings
NCAAF: 2020 Big Ten - East Standings
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Michigan | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Ohio State | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Rutgers | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Maryland | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| Michigan State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| Penn State | 0-1 | 0-1 |