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Mike Pereira says replacement officials would hurt integrity of NFL
FOX’s Mike Pereira joined the show to talk about the potential NFL referee work stoppage and more. Pereira said a work stoppage would be very bad. “To me it strongly compromises the integrity of the game,” Pereira said. He said even the best officials miss calls, and it would be much worse with replacement officials. “You…
Read MoreHarold Reynolds breaks down MLB trade deadline
MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds joined guest host Mike Florio to break down the trade deadline. H.R. really likes what the Dodgers did adding Hanley Ramirez, Shane Victorino, Ryan Dempster and Brandon League. Reynolds said Magic Johnson was in the clubhouse yesterday getting guys fired up and they believe they have a shot this year.…
Read MoreLee James comments on Chinese swimmer Shiwen, badminton controversy
BBC Olympic analyst Lee James joined the show to talk about some of the controversies in London. James commented on controversy around Chinese swimmer Ye Shiwen, noting she’s improved so dramatically, and that’s why some people have brought up the possibility of doping. James also commented on Michael Phelps’ performance so far. “Clearly he was at…
Read MoreChris Collins breaks down Team USA basketball, competition
U.S.A. men’s basketball assistant coach Chris Collins joined the show to talk about the team’s chances in London. Collins said that one positive of playing a team like Tunisia is that you can play some of the guys who don’t get a lot of run. He said going into the game they knew they wanted…
Read MoreKevin Millar breaks down MLB trade deadline
MLB Network’s Kevin Millar joined guest host Mike Florio to break down the trade deadline. Millar said that the Phillies should be the most active team today, and the Dodgers will add pieces. Millar said the Dodgers are building quickly and could be a World Series contender already. Millar had interesting comments on the Red Sox.…
Read MorePeter King on Brees-Goodell relationship, Peyton’s arm, Randy Moss
Sports Illustrated’s Peter King joined guest host Mike Florio to break down the big stories around training camp. King commented on the comments he heard from Drew Brees. King said that Brees ripped Roger Goodell because he wants to be a good teammate and a good union member. King said that he thinks a lot…
Read MoreCC Sabathia weighs in on Ichiro trade, his football career
Yankees ace CC Sabathia joined guest host Mike Florio to talk about the state of the team and what’s next this season. Sabathia said that he was excited to get Ichiro even though he’d been trying to get him out for all these years. Sabathia noted with injuries, Ichiro will be a huge help. Sabathia…
Read MoreJoe Philbin comments on Ryan Tannehill, presence of Hard Knocks cameras
Miami Dolphins coach Joe Philbin joined guest host Joe Philbin to talk about the upcoming season. Philbin said he’s happy Ryan Tannehill is in camp, and that the rookie QB played well in his first practice over the weekend. Mike asked Philbin his thoughts on sitting rookie QBs and let them learn for a while. “I…
Read MoreTony Dungy comments on Andrew Luck, new Indy defense, 49ers’ offseason
NBC NFL analyst Tony Dungy joined the show to talk about the big storylines around the League. Dungy is in Indianapolis observing practice under new coach Chuck Pagano a little bit. Dungy said that owner Jim Irsay asked him to come out. Dungy said he’s been impressed with rookie quarterback Andrew Luck. He said it’s…
Read MoreDan checks in from London
Dan called in to talk about covering the Olympics in London. He got the jersey (right) off the back over diver Kelsey Bryant. Dan commented on how rough Women’s water polo is and talked about getting drinks with John McEnroe last night. Dan did say it was tough not doing the show, and called out…
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