Matt Barkley talks about his ability to call plays, praises his receiver

USC quarterback Matt Barkley joined the show to talk about their win over Syracuse and what’s coming next. Barkley talked about keeping alert during the rain delay against ‘Cuse. He said it wasn’t that hard. Dan asked Barkley how many plays he gets to call. Barkley said he’s not dry-calling any plays, he’s making checks.…

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Mark Kizla talks about Peyton-mania in Denver

Denver Post columnist Mark Kizla joined the show to talk about the Broncos’ win over the Steelers last night. Kizla said he was pleased with Peyton Manning, but there were some issues with the defense. Dan asked Kizla the expectations in Denver. “Through the roof,” Kizla said. He said they expect “multiple” Super Bowls. Kizla…

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Peter King weighs in on Peyton’s debut, Tebow and Jets

Sports Illustrated’s Peter King joined the show to talk about the upcoming season and more. King says that he talked to Steelers defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau this week and LeBeau thinks that Peyton looks like the old Peyton. LeBeau also said that the most important aspect of being a quarterback is mental, not arm strength.…

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Buck Showalter on Orioles’ chances of catching the Yankees

Baltimore Orioles manager Buck Showalter joined the show to talk about their surprising success this season. Showalter said that his team members really respect each other and are doing it for one another. And he feels the same way toward his players. Showalter said he doesn’t to give ra-ra speeches. “I don’t want to insult…

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Chipper Jones talks about farewell tour and tells Greg Maddux stories

Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones joined the show to talk about his farewell tour and more. “The body is starting to tell me I made a good decision back in Spring Training,” Jones said. Dan asked if retirement scares him. “I think when you come to grips with it and accept it, no,” Jones said.…

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