Canty & Golic Jr.

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. may have played on opposite ends of the field, but they both have their fingers on the pulse of sports and culture. Canty and Golic Junior share insights that only insiders know from the field and locker room, but theyll push the edges of sports, media, culture and entertainment to make your afternoon drive unlike any other ride. This is the home for hourly podcasts of the show.

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Hour 2: Carson Palmer joins the show: 2/9/22

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson are joined by former Bengals QB Carson Palmer to talk about his team going to the Super Bowl, and what that means for Cincinnati.

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Hour 1: Najee Harris joins the show: 2/9/22

Amber Wilson and Chris Canty discuss the NBA trade deadline, and the rumors surrounding James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers, plus Steelers RB Najee Harris joins the show to discuss the future and look back at his incredible season.

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Hour 4: Protecting The Future: 2/8/22

Chris Canty and Shae Cornette debate what the best NFL head coaching hire was from this cycle and how the Bengals should best protect Joe Burrow going forward.

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Hour 3: Did The Blazers Miss A Chance?: 2/8/22

Chris Canty and Shae Cornette debate if the Trail Blazers missed their opportunity to maximize Dame Lillards trade value and before talking their favorite Super Bowl prop bets.

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Hour 2: Marshall Faulk Joins The Show: 2/8/22

Chris Canty and Shae Cornette talk the level of urgency on the Rams to win on Sunday before being joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer & Super Bowl Champ with the Rams, Marshall Faulk, to preview the big game.

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Hour 1: Traded Futures: 2/8/22

Chris Canty and Shae Cornette discuss how the CJ McCollum trade impacts Dame Lillards future in Portland and talk if James Harden will be traded before the deadline.

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Hour 4: Different Opportunities : 2/7/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if the Nets should trade James Harden and the difference between a head coaching hire and a head coaching opportunity.

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Hour 3: The Right To Follow: 2/7/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk the significance of Kyler Murray unfollowing the Cardinals on social media and who has the best odds for the Super Bowl MVP.

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Hour 2: Needed For Moves: 2/7/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss the Nets losing 8 straight games and if the Cincinnati Bengals are getting the proper amount of respect as a team.

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Hour 1: Pro Bowl Improvements: 2/7/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss what Dolphins fans need to know about their new head coach Mike McDaniel and how we can improve the Pro Bowl.

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Hour 4: Significant Yet?: 2/4/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss what the significance of these recent coaching hires is in light of the Brian Flores lawsuit.

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Hour 3: A Real Change? : 2/4/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk Herm Edwards coming under fire after a fifth Arizona State staff member leaves amid a NCAA investigation and Auburn football coach Bryan Harsin saying he is not going anywhere.

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Hour 2: Whats Special?: 2/4/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss what makes Joe Burrow so special and when Lamar Jacksons contract extension will happen.

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Hour 1: Jags Find Coach : 2/4/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down how the Doug Pederson hire impacts Trevor Lawrence and if Eric Bieniemy is a fit for the Saints.

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Hour 4: Flores Lawsuit Reaction: 2/4/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty continue to discuss Brian Flores lawsuit against the NFL, Giants, and Dolphins before reacting to Steelers' President Art Rooney's II comments.

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Hour 3: More Coaching Diversity: 2/3/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty continue the conversation about if we will see more black head coaches get hired during this cycle. Then, Canty have some words to Les Snead's comments on KJM from this morning before talking teams struggling in the NBA.

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Hour 2: Nets' Struggles Continue: 2/3/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk about the state of the Kansas City Chiefs going forward including Mahomes' contract and the Nets' struggles of late.

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Hour 1: Changing Landscape: 2/3/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Brian Flores allegations made the Dolphins' head coaching job the least desirable vacancy in the league.

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Hour 4: Back Again: 2/2/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if Harbaugh make the Vikings into a NFC contender and how his time at Michigan would be remembered.

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Hour 3: A Real Change? : 2/2/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the Brian Flores allegations actually will lead to actionable change in the hiring processes in the NFL.

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Hour 2: Least Desired: 2/2/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Brian Flores allegations made the Dolphins head coaching job the least desirable vacancy in the league.

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Hour 1: Brian Flores Takes A Stand : 2/2/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down how the NFL will handle the Brian Flores allegations and what this means for Flores coaching future.

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Hour 4: QB For The Bucs Going Forward?: 2/1/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss what the Bucs do going forward at QB and if Matthew Stafford can be the best quarterback in the NFC next season.

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Hour 3: Top 5 Post Championship Weekend: 2/1/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss LeBron James leaving the Lakers' road trip early for knee treatment before talking Golic's Top 5 from the weekend.

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Hour 2: Last Time Together: 2/1/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if we have seen Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes win their last Super Bowl together before talking former Oklahoma QB Caleb Williams transferring to USC.

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Hour 1: Brady Retires: 2/1/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss Tom Brady snubbing the Patriots' in an initial retirement statement before talking their favorite retirement moment.

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Hour 4: Early Edge For The Rams?: 1/31/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss which team has the early edge for the Super Bowl and the impact of Brady on the Bucs' future.

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Hour 3: One Step Away: 1/31/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk what other NFL teams are one Matthew Stafford type of trade away from a Super Bowl.

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Hour 2: Trust Your QB: 1/31/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down which quarterback they trust more in the Super Bowl and what is next for Jimmy G and the 49ers.

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Hour 1: NFL Championship Weekend : 1/31/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down both of the games from NFL Championship Weekend before discussing Tom Brady reportedly retiring.

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The Thicc Six Episode: The Making of Big Man TDs: 1/28/22

Thicc Six. Its a phrase that has exploded across Twitter this NFL season, usually when a quarterback throws a touchdown to an open&and eligible&offensive lineman. But, why are we seeing so many Big Man touchdowns all of sudden? And what makes them so awesome? Mike Golic Jr. takes us into the trenches and into the psychology of the NFLs largest men, and explains why their moment in the spotlight brings so much joy to so many. Check out our favorite episodes of 2022. Subscribe to ESPN Daily: Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartRadio TuneIn ESPN PodCenter Download the ESPN App

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Hour 4: Giants' New Coach: 1/28/22

Mike Golic Jr. breaks the news to Chris Canty that Anthony Davis will be out for tonights Lakers game against the Hornets before talking the Giants' new coach

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Hour 3: AFC Title Game Preview: 1/28/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk how much of a distraction the Sean Payton rumors will be for the Dallas Cowboys next season and preview the AFC title game.

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Hour 2: NFC Championship Preview: 1/28/22

Bart Scott and Alan Hahn are joined by LA Rams & NFL Network Analyst Maurice Jones-Drew to discuss the upcoming NFC Championship game between the 49ers and Rams in LA.

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Hour 1: Championship Sunday Preview: 1/28/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk the key storylines heading into Championship Sunday in the NFL..

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Hour 4: Bears New Coach Reaction: 1/27/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. react to the news that Lebron James will miss the Lakers' matchup against the 76ers and the Bears' new coaching hire.

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Hour 3: Being A Bengals Fan: 1/27/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. are joined by Comedian/Actor Gary Owen to discuss the playoff run by the Bengals, the success of Joe Burrow and his least favorite memories of the Bengals.

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Hour 2: Is It A Mistake?: 1/27/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the Nets are making a mistake by not fielding offers for James Harden after being joined by New England Patriots DT Lawrence Guy to recap the Pats' season,

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Hour 1: Impact On Aaron?: 1/27/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the Broncos hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their next head coach and how that may impact Aaron Rodgers' future.

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Hour 4: Planning Ahead For QB's: 1/26/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss where the Packers and Bucs should go from here heading into next season.

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Hour 3: NFL Playoff Projection: 1/26/22

Chris Canty and MIke Golic Jr. are joined by 3x Pro Bowl LB Shawne Merriman to weigh in on the NFL playoffs and if Matthew Stafford can get it done this weekend.

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Hour 2: Best Position In NY: 1/26/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss how the Giants' management is finally starting to realize that they havent put Daniel Jones in the best position to succeed.

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Hour 1: League On Notice: 1/26/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. debate whether or not the Lakers put the rest of the league on notice with their win against the Brooklyn Nets last night.

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Hour 4: Baseball Hall Of Fame Voting: 1/25/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty give their thoughts on one of the most anticipated Hall of Fame votes in recent times.

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Hour 3: NFL Coaching Vacancies: 1/25/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty continue to talk about the breaking news of Sean Payton stepping down as head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Then, they also make a list from worst to first of coaching vacancies in the NFL with the Saints now being added to the list.

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Hour 2: Payton To The Cowboys?: 1/25/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. head live to New Orleans for the press conference where Sean Payton announced he is stepping down before talking where he may go next.

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Hour 1: What's Next For Payton?: 1/25/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty react to Sean Payton not returning to coach the Saints and what may be next for him.

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Hour 4: Changing Of The Guard: 1/24/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if it feels like a changing of the guard at the quarterback position in the NFL and how much pressure is on Matthew Stafford this weekend.

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Hour 3: Josh Allen Makes Statement : 1/24/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk how costly Sean McDermotts decision was to not squib kick it with 13 seconds left and what we learned about Josh Allen.

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Hour 2: Rodgers Legacy: 1/24/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if losing in the Divisional Round makes it more or less likely that Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers returns next season and the impact on Rodgers legacy.

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Hour 1: What NFL Rule Needs Changing? : 1/24/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate what rule they would most like to see changed in the NFL between taunting, overtime, or personal fouls.

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Hour 4: QB Divisional Round Check: 1/21/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss what team they have the most confidence in this weekend and if this is the best weekend on the NFL calendar.

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Hour 3: Impacting The Titans : 1/21/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if they trust Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes more this weekend and how Derrick Henrys return impacts the Titans.

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Hour 2: Back To The Media: 1/21/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down how a loss in the divisional round would impact Aaron Rodgers' legacy and if Penny Hardaway was justified for taking aim at the media following the home loss to SMU.

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Hour 1: Best NFL Weekend : 1/21/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate if Josh Allen v. Patrick Mahomes the next Brady v. Manning before talking the best weekend on the NFL calendar.

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Hour 4: Right Formula: 1/20/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the formula for Tom Brady and this banged-up Bucs offensive line versus the Rams before previewing tonights NBA slate.

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Hour 3: Which QBs Will Be Back? : 1/20/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the Bills are the team to beat in the AFC and if Jimmy Garoppolo will still be the 49ers' starting quarterback in 2022.

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Hour 2: Finding Yourself: 1/20/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down Baker Mayfield wanting to find his true self after a disappointing season and who the best QB left in the playoffs is.

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Hour 1: Wasted Prime : 1/20/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate how much responsibility Frank Vogel should shoulder for the Lakers struggles this season and if the 76ers are wasting Embiids prime.

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Hour 4: The Mayo Bet: 1/19/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk Jim Isray weightlifting after Golic Jr. pays of his bet with Mayonnaise covered crickets.

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Hour 3: Divisional Expectations: 1/19/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty are joined by ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Bowen to discuss Josh Allen's performance in the playoffs and what to expect against the Chiefs.

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Hour 2: Mock Draft Reaction: 1/19/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk what the plan is for the Eagles at QB going forward before discussing Mel Kiper Jr.s 2022 NFL mock draft.

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Hour 1: Are The Titans Underestimated?: 1/19/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk about if we are underestimating the top seeded Tennessee Titans and what to expect from Aaron Rodgers this weekend.

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Hour 4: Time For Change: 1/18/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Cowboys need to make a head coaching change after coming up short in the playoffs.

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Hour 3: Is It A Failure? : 1/18/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if JJ Watt is right for saying this Cardinals' season was a failure and where the Cowboys go from here.

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Hour 2: Future In Vegas Football: 1/18/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down how the Mike Mayock firing impacts Derek Carr and Rich Bisaccias future in Las Vegas and the best win from the weekend.

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Hour 1: Expanded Wild Card Weekend Reaction : 1/18/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate if they would consider the expanded Wild Card weekend a success and what happened to Kyler Murray.

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Hour 4: Under Pressure: 1/14/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss Matthew Stafford saying hes not feeling pressure to win his first playoff game and the latest on the Novak Djokovic situation in Australia.

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Hour 3: Something To Prove : 1/14/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk how much pressure the Cowboys are under to beat the 49ers before being joined by ESPN Marcus Spears to preview the weekend.

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Hour 2: Ceiling For The Bengals: 1/14/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down what Bucs player is most important to their playoff run and what the ceiling is for Joe Burrow and this upstart Bengals team.

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Hour 1: Bucs Been Overlooked : 1/14/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate which player has the most to prove in the playoffs and if we have overlooked the Bucs this season.

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Hour 4: Staying Chilled: 1/13/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Nets are hands down the best team in the NBA with Kyrie and if Tom Brady has enough playmakers around him.

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Hour 3: Ranking Playoff QBs : 1/13/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk how they would rank the quarterbacks in the NFL playoffs and if the Blazers should have already traded Dame.

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Hour 2: Best Job By Bill: 1/13/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if this is Bill Belichick's best coaching job with the New England Patriots and what team will get upset this weekend.

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Hour 1: Nets The Best In The NBA? : 1/13/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate if the Nets hands down the best team in the NBA when Kyrie is in the lineup and what Carson Wentzs future looks like with the Colts.

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Hour 4: How Much Pressure In Dallas?: 1/12/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. are joined by Dallas Morning News Cowboys Reporter Calvin Watkins to preview a big playoff matchup for Dallas this weekend.

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Hour 3: State Of The Giants: 1/12/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. continue to talk about the state of the New York Giants and Alabama WR Jameson Williams' draft stock following his injury.

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Hour 1: Winning All Or Nothing: 1/12/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. debate if the season should be considered a failure for the Cowboys if they dont win it all and what the Giants should do about their head coaching vacancy.

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Hour 2: A Rodgers Return?: 1/12/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if winning the Super Bowl will make it more or less likely for Aaron Rodgers to return to Green Bay next season.

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Hour 4: Joe Judge Fired: 1/11/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty continue to react to the news that Joe Judge has been fired as head coach of the New York Giants and the main reasons for the firing.

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Hour 3: Alabama Is Not Going Away: 1/11/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if the overarching key to the game was Georgias ability to defend near the Red Zone and why Alabama is not going away.

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Hour 2: Voice Lost: 1/11/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. are joined by SportsCenter Anchor Elle Duncan who was at the National Championship game last night before talking Aaron Rodgers' latest comments.

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Hour 1: Top Dogs: 1/11/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty react to Georgia beating Alabama 33-18 in the CFP National Championship and discuss what turned the game around for Georgia.

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Hour 4: Best NFL Jobs Available: 1/10/22

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson continue to break down all of the head coaching firings across the NFL and with new jobs now open, they debate what the best head coaching jobs are now that some have come available.

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Hour 3: Live Report From Indy: 1/10/22

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson are joined by Co-Host of Canty & Golic Jr. Mike Golic Jr. to report from Indianapolis on the CFP National Championship.

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Hour 2: Running It Back: 1/10/22

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson are joined by ESPN NFL Nation Giants Reporter Jordan Raanan to discuss the Giants sticking with Joe Judge as their head coach.

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Hour 1: Miami Moves On: 1/10/22

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson begin the show talking about Brian Flores being let go in Miami and if they are surprised by the move.

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Hour 4: Week 18 Pressure: 1/7/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate who is under the most pressure in the NFL for the final week of the regular season.

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Hour 3: Title Talk: 1/7/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. preview Georgia versus Alabama in the College Football Playoff Championship and give predictions on who will win.

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Hour 2: Start Your Studs?: 1/7/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk who will make it into the AFC playoffs between the Chargers and Raiders before talking if the Cowboys should rest Dak.

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Hour 1: Monster Comeback: 1/7/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss Julius Randle's gesture and the reaction of Knicks fans after win a big win over the Celtics

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Hour 4: In Limbo: 1/6/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Nets look like the favorite to win it all with Irving in the lineup and Novak Djokovic remaining in visa limbo in Australia until Monday.

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Hour 3: Evaluating Records: 1/6/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the NFL regular season now being 17 games means re-evaluating record setting performances.

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Hour 2: Correct Coaching : 1/6/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down how Bruce Arians should have handled the Antonio Brown situation and who should win NFL Coach of the Year.

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Hour 1: Do The Texts Make A Change? : 1/6/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate if Antonio Browns state and texts change how you view the situation and if Baker Mayfield will ask to be traded.

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Hour 4: Returning To Action: 1/5/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if NFL Playoff teams should play their best starters in Week 18 and Kyrie's return to the Nets tonight.

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Hour 3: Checking Twice: 1/5/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss which ingredients they look twice at on a food menu and when the Bucs will officially release Antonio Brown.

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Hour 2: No Concerns: 1/5/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss the commissioners not being concerned about the lopsided CFP semifinals as expansion talk continues and Canty gives some words for Aaron Rodgers comments about the reporter who wont vote for him as MVP.

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Hour 1: Planning Week 18: 1/5/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss what the Nets plans are for Kyrie Irving moving forward and how some playoff teams should approach Week 18.

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Hour 4: Back To The NFL?: 1/4/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about the rumors that Jim Harbaugh is potentially interested in coaching the Las Vegas Raiders before talking about Baker Mayfield.

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Hour 3: Henry Close To Return?: 1/4/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. continue to talk about Baker Mayfield and his future with the organization moving forward before talking how close Derrick Henry is to returning.

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Hour 2: State Of The Browns: 1/4/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. are joined by ESPN Clevelands Aaron Goldhammer to talk about the Browns and Baker Mayfield and if Jim Harbaugh could come back to the NFL.

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Hour 1: Not The Best: 1/4/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. start the show by talking about the poor play of Baker Mayfield last night before discussing a memorable moment from Snoop Dogg's appearance on the Manning Cast.

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Hour 4: Cowboys Talk: 1/3/22

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the Cowboys and Cardinals game that saw Arizona finally get their groove back, and saw the Cowboys offensive struggles reappear.

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Hour 3: Mina Kimes joins Canty & Golic Jr.: 1/3/22

Mina Kimes joins the show to talk about the exciting Week 17, and to preview what we can expect in the playoffs.

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Hour 2: Heath Miller joins the guys: 1/3/22

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Heath Miller joins to talk about the upcoming Monday Night Football game as the Steelers try to keep their playoff hopes alive, and Big Ben's career comes to a wrap.

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Hour 1: Tom Krasniqi joins the show: 1/3/22

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. recap an exciting Week 17 in the NFL, and what yesterday's outcomes are going to mean for the playoffs going forward.

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Introducing 'Probability' from Man in the Arena: 12/28/21

Whether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, youve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. Hes changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in the arena and those outside. Host Gotham Chopra grapples with these big themes, while grounding the podcast in his personal relationship with Tom and his journey from a Brady fan to Toms friend. Using Bradys improbable comeback against the Falcons, and all his other come-from-behind victories, this episode looks at the role probability plays in our lives. Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3FgQalz), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3c6q4oB), or search "Man In the Arena" wherever you're listening now.

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Hour 4: The Right Gift: 12/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson discuss what gifts they need Santa to bring to their sports teams and what underdogs will win in the NFL this week.

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Hour 3: Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie?: 12/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson talk which division leader is most likely to disappoint in the playoffs and if Die Hard is a Christmas movie.

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Hour 2: Legendary Changes: 12/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson break down if Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson will both be on different teams next season and if the Chiefs should be on upset alert against the Steelers.

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Hour 1: Return Of The Mac?: 12/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson preview Thursday Night Football and discuss what the Patriots will need from Mac Jones this weekend.

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Hour 4: Taking Charge: 12/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson discuss if the CFP champion can be crowned via a COVID related forfeit and Michigan getting the booster shot as a team.

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Hour 3: Contending Flaws: 12/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson talk the NHL skipping the Olympics because of COVID and the biggest flaw for some Super Bowl contenders.

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Hour 2: The Real Issues: 12/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson break down if we should adjust our expectations of how the NFL should handle positive COVID-19 cases and if the Cowboys offensive issues are overblown.

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Hour 1: Eagles' Playoff Hopes: 12/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson debate how deep of a playoff run the Eagles can make behind Jalen Hurts and if Cooper Kupp is the best receiver in the NFL.

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Hour 4: Football Struggles In NY: 12/21/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson discuss how will the NFL will react following Mondays games and the state of the Giants and Jets.

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Hour 3: New Plan: 12/21/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson discuss the NBA COVID-19 cases following Adam Silvers latest comments and how all sports should handle the new variant.

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Hour 2: Super Sweet: 12/21/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson break down the top holiday snacks and drinks before discussing the biggest flaw for every Super Bowl contender.

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Hour 1: Are We Sure?: 12/21/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson debate who postponing NFL games really benefits and if there is anything definitive that can be said about the AFC North.

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Hour 4: QB Talent : 12/20/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson talk about the three quarterbacks playing on Monday. Also, they talk about Baker Mayfield and Kirk Cousins.

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Hour 3: True MVP: 12/20/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson talk what the biggest question mark is for the Bucs moving forward before talking if Jonathan Taylor has a legit shot at MVP.

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Hour 2: That Bad?: 12/20/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson talk if they feel better or worse about the Cowboys after taking care of the Giants and how bad the Giants are.

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Hour 1: QB Standings: 12/20/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Amber Wilson break down the Browns chances without Baker Mayfield or Case Keenum and where Tom Bradys MVP candidacy stands.

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Hour 4: Rest Lamar?: 12/17/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if Baltimore should rest Lamar Jackson versus the Packers and what NFL underdogs they would take this week.

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Hour 3: Partial Return: 12/17/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about the Cowboys-Giants game this week and if this is a get right game for the Cowboys. Plus, they discuss Kyrie's partial return to the Nets

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Hour 2: Keys To Pats-Colts: 12/17/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about tomorrows game between the Pats and Colts and what both teams need to do to win this game.

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Hour 1: Some NFL Week 15 Games Moved: 12/17/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about the Browns and Raiders game getting postponed and the Chiefs beating the Chargers last night.

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Hour 4: Another Chance In The Future?: 12/16/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if Urban Meyer will land another coaching job and if Steph Curry is a top 10 All-Time NBA player.

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Hour 3: What Went Wrong?: 12/16/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. continue to talk about Urban Meyer being fired and everything that went wrong for him with the Jags.

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Hour 4: NIL's Impact: 12/15/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. continue to talk about Deion Sanders being able to poach the No. 2 overall college football recruit, Travis Hunter, from Florida State and the impact the NIL has on college sports.

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Hour 3: What's Next In NY?: 12/15/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about the Giants disastrous season and breakdown Saquon Barkleys comments about supporting Joe Judge.

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Hour 2: Updated Protocols: 12/15/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss the possibility of the NFL rescheduling games to odd days like they did in 2020 before talking about the news from Woj that the NBA and NBAPA are discussing modified COVID protocols.

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Hour 1: Outbreak Issues: 12/15/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. continue to talk about the COVID-19 outbreak in the NFL and discuss if games could potentially get postponed or cancelled.

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Hour 4: Set The Standard: 12/14/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss if the Giants should shut down Daniel Jones for the remainder of the season and JR Smith getting a 4.0 this semester.

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Hour 3: Who Is The NFC Top Seed?: 12/14/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about which NFC Team needs to the get the number 1 seed the most between the Cardinals, Rams, Packers, Bucs and Cowboys.

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Hour 2: Cowboys Struggles: 12/14/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. react to Jerry Jones' comments about Dak struggling before Chris tells us why Dak is the reason the Cowboys' offense is struggling.

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Hour 1: He Is Here: 12/14/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. open the show talking about the Rams' massive win over the Cardinals including how well Matthew Stafford played.

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Hour 4: Time To Move Out?: 12/13/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if Urban Meyer will survive past this season as Jacksonville's head coach and preview Monday Night Football.

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Hour 3: More Trade Talk For Russ?: 12/13/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the Bills will make the playoffs this season and how much Russell Wilson trade talk they expect to come out of Seattle this offseason.

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Hour 2: Concerned With The Dallas Offense?: 12/13/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down where the New York Giants go from here and how concerned we should be about the Cowboys offense.

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Hour 1: More Or Less Encouraged: 12/13/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty debate if Sundays overtime loss at Tampa makes them more or less encouraged in the Bills moving forward this season.

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Hour 4: QB's And Their Impact : 12/10/21

Chris and Turron continue to talk about the Steelers loss last night and what Claypool did after the game. Then, Sarah Spain, Host of Spain & Fitz on ESPN Radio joins the show to talk about Rodgers comments about the Bears. After that, which quarterback will have a greater impact on their game?

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Hour 3: This Weekend's Underdogs : 12/10/21

Chris and Turron see if they like any of these underdogs in these game this weekend. Then, they talk about the Steelers and the Bucs match up against the Bills. After that, the guys continue to talk about the big Cowboys and Washington game this week.

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Hour 2: More From The NFL: 12/10/21

Kevin Negandhi, Sports Center Anchor/The ESPN College Football Podcast joins the show to talk about the Eagles and the rest of the NFL. Then, Chris and Turron talk about this weeks Cowboys Washington Game. After that, the guys talk about what their level of confidence is in the 4 division leaders in the AFC.

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Hour 1: It's Football Friday! : 12/10/21

Chris and Turron open the show talking about the Steelers Vikings game, they talk about what Chase Claypool did and they react to his comments after the game. Then, they talk about the Lakers struggles and why its happening and what they need to do to get back on track. Lastly, they talk about the death of Demaryius Thomas and Chris tells us how he will remember him.

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Hour 4: Playoff Potential?: 12/9/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if they would rather have Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers and if they could see the Steelers making the playoffs.

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Hour 3: Top In The East: 12/9/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if this final stretch of the regular season the most important games of Baker Mayfields career and if the Heat are a top 3 team in the East.

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Hour 2: Never Really Over: 12/9/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down the best locations for Russell Wilson if he leaves Seattle and the potential for expansion for the ACC.

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Hour 1: Who Needs It More?: 12/9/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if Pittsburgh or Minnesota needs to win on Thursday Night Football more and if Dame should stay in Portland.

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Hour 4: Best Of The Season: 12/8/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. do a deep dive into the Lakers season so far coming off the best win of the season for the team. They also discuss Frank Vogels job security after LeBrons comments.

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Hour 3: Patriots' Success: 12/8/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. talk about the success the Patriots were able to find this season and the expectations for them for the rest of the season.

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Hour 2: Tough Jobs: 12/8/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. discuss the comments made by Mark Emmert. They also talk about college athletes being able to make money off their name, image and likeliness.

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Hour 1: New Opportunities: 12/8/21

Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr. open the show discussing the college football coaching opening for Virginia before talking about the Lakers big win over the Celtics.

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Hour 4: Memes Away: 12/7/21

Chris Canty and Mike Gollc Jr. are joinedViral Sensation Dieurnest Collin joins the show to discuss his internet fame, also who is going to make Chris Canty's bottom 5? All that and more!

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Hour 3: Paul George: 12/7/21

Mike Golic Jr and Chris Canty discuss the teams most likely to represent the AFC and NFC in the Super Bowl... plus Clippers Superstar Paul George joins the show!

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Hour 2: Marcus Freeman: 12/7/21

New Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman joins Chris Canty and Mike Golic Jr to talk about the past week and the plans ahead for Gojo's alma mater. Also which playoff team is being overlooked?

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Hour 1: Patriots Triumph Again!: 12/7/21

Mike Golic Jr and Chris Canty talk about the Patriots unique gameplay against the Buffalo Bills and what yesterday's game means for the AFC title picture going forward.

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Hour 4: No Frontrunners : 12/6/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Chiefs will be the No. 1 seed in the AFC and if Tom Brady will be the NFL MVP this season.

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Hour 3: Cheap Or Smart?: 12/6/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk how concerned they are with the Ravens inconsistent play and give their takes on Pittsburgh QB Kenny Picketts fake slide.

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Hour 2: Committee Correct?: 12/6/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if the College Football Playoff committee got this decision right and if Alabama is clearly the best team in the country.

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Hour 1: Pressure Choices : 12/6/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the 2-point conversion attempt was the right decision for Baltimore last night and Mario Cristobal is the right choice for Miami.

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Haters: 11/30/21

Americas collective adoration of the underdog means that people love to hate Tom Brady. In the world of sports, hatred is inevitable, so why are haters always gonna hate? And in the context of sports, could hate be a positive thing? What might it take to change one fans mind? Featuring: 12-year-old viral Brady-hater Ace Davis, Asst. Prof. of Psychology at Univ. of Central Arkansas Marc Sestir, and Chad Neidt, the Broncos fan who wrote the FU Tom Brady song. Thanks to Chad Neidt, Brandon Perna & ThatsGoodSports, 12:05 AM Productions, LLC / Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Lex 18 News for the clips used in this episode.

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Hour 4: Making It To The CFP: 12/3/21

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson break down Saturdays slate of championship games and debate which team is least likely to make it to the College Football Playoff.

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Hour 3: Waka Flocka Flame Joins The Show: 12/3/21

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson talk about the emergence of Micah Parsons as a potential Defensive Player Of The Year candidate after being joined by rapper Waka Flocka Flame.

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Hour 2: Building A Franchise: 12/3/21

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson dive into which quarterback they would want to build a franchise around, Justin Herbert or Joe Burrow.

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Hour 1: Is Dallas Legit?: 12/3/21

Chris Canty and Amber Wilson open up the show talking about the Cowboys win over the Saints but still question the legitimacy of this Dallas squad moving forward.

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Hour 4: Making The Cut: 12/2/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss how long it will be before the College Football Playoff expands the number of teams.

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Hour 3: Still Rolling: 12/2/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if the Patriots can continue the squads win streak against the Bills on Monday and how the Cowboys can win tonight.

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Hour 2: Finding Your Reasons : 12/2/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down Lincoln Rileys comments on leaving for the USC job and Brian Kellys rationale at his introductory press conference for LSU.

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Hour 1: What Is At Stake?: 12/2/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Cowboys have a lot at stake tonight on TNF against the Saints and if Marcus Freeman is the leading candidate for Notre Dame head coach.

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Hour 4: No Leader: 12/1/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty kick off the final hour by taking a deep dive into the CFP rankings and how Notre Dame will be affected in the future rankings due to not having a head coach.

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Hour 3: NFL Changes Coming: 12/1/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty give their takes on which NFL teams will make some changes this offseason and Aaron Rodgers comments about his toe.

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Hour 2: Top Sporting Events Of 2021: 12/1/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk the Cowboys/Saints Thursday Night Football matchup before giving their Top 5 sporting events of 2021.

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Hour 1: Welcome To LSU: 12/1/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty open the show discussing Brian Kellys LSU introductory press conference before talking the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

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Hour 4: Not So Hot: 11/30/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the NFLs bottom 5 moments from the week.

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Hour 3: Right Thing To Do?: 11/30/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if they have a problem with college coaches leaving with their teams still in playoff contention and what the protocol should be.

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Hour 2: Next Destination For Wilson : 11/30/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if we are witnessing the final weeks of Russell Wilson as the Seahawks QB and what the ideal landing spot would be for him.

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Hour 1: Making A Move: 11/30/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss why Brian Kelly would want to make a move to go to LSU and what this means for Notre Dames playoff hopes.

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Hour 4: New Top Dog: 11/29/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss Lincoln Riley leaving Oklahoma to become USCs next head coach before talking how desirable the Oklahoma job is.

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Hour 3: Is It Stable?: 11/29/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk what to make of Jalen Hurts as QB of the Eagles this season and what Joe Judges future looks like in New York.

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Hour 2: Reestablished : 11/29/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if the Ravens have established themselves as one of the best teams in the AFC and what the win over Ohio State does for Michigan.

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Hour 1: Best In The NFL: 11/29/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss if the Rams are playing themselves out of Super Bowl contention and if the Packers are the best team in the NFL.

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Hour 4: Coaching Changes: 11/26/21

Peter Burns and Amber Wilson fill in for Canty and Golic Jr. to talk how much longer Matt Nagy will be the coach in Chicago and a big rivalry weekend in college football.

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Hour 3: Feast Week Reaction: 11/26/21

Peter Burns and Amber Wilson fill in for Canty and Golic Jr. to preview Packers-Rams and Titans-Pats before talking Feast Week in college basketball.

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Hour 2: Fan Expectations: 11/26/21

Peter Burns and Amber Wilson fill in for Canty and Golic Jr. to talk if the Cowboys are in trouble after losing 3 of their last 4 games and Nick Saban talking about fan expectations.

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Hour 1: Cowboys In Trouble?: 11/26/21

Peter Burns and Amber Wilson fill in for Canty and Golic Jr. talk if the Cowboys are in trouble after losing 3 of their last 4 games and Thanksgiving arguments.

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Hour 4: Dont Forget: 11/24/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the best Thanksgiving matchups and Dickie V returning to college basketball.

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Hour 3: Best Thanksgiving Meals: 11/24/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk who the best players are in the NFL playing on Thanksgiving day and what their favorite Thanksgiving foods are.

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Hour 2: Top WR Combos : 11/24/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down the Top 5 WR combos in the NFL and if the Lakers are too reliant on LeBron this season.

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Hour 1: Latest CFP Rankings: 11/24/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty react to the latest College Football Playoff rankings before talking the NFL Thanksgiving Day matchups.

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Hour 4: State Of New York Football: 11/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss the state of the GM, head coach, and quarterback of the Giants and the worst 5 moments of the weekend in the NFL.

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Hour 3: Down Not Out: 11/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk why Monday Night Football was a moment of clarity for the Giants last night and what underdogs will cover in the NFL this week.

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Hour 2: Tell The Truth Tuesday : 11/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty break down if the Cowboys are in trouble going forward and if the Patriots are the best team right now in the AFC.

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Hour 1: Not Good Enough In NY : 11/23/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk the Giants firing offensive coordinator Jason Garrett and what this move means for the rest of the team going forward.

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Hour 4: Never Leave: 11/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty discuss who the best team in the AFC is before talking the altercation in the Lakers-Pistons game yesterday.

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Hour 3: The Right Time: 11/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk when the right time to start eating is on Thanksgiving before talking Baker Mayfields struggles lately.

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Hour 2: One Type Of Statement : 11/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty are joined by ESPN NBA Reporter Dave McMenamin to talk a wild Lakers win last night before talking Russell Wilsons future in Seattle.

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Hour 1: Back In A Big Way : 11/22/21

Mike Golic Jr. and Chris Canty talk if Kansas City is back after a big win over Dallas and if the Bills are in trouble going forward.

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Introducing 'Man in the Arena': 11/20/21

Whether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, youve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. Hes changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in the arena and those outside. Host Gotham Chopra grapples with these big themes, while grounding the podcast in his personal relationship with Tom and his journey from a Brady fan to Toms friend. ˙Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3FgQalz), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3c6q4oB), or search 'Man In the Arena' wherever you're listening now.


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