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Debating why there’s so much Tim Tebow backlash
We had an interesting discussion about Tim Tebow in the first segment of Hour 1. CBS’ TV analysts were on a press tour yesterday and had negative things to say about the former first-round quarterback. Dan wonders if Tebow’s openness about religion has contributed to the backlash against him. Although Dan admits that he has…
Read MoreDan says Titans have to be nervous about long contract with RB Johnson
Dan thinks after the Larry Fitzgerald and Joe Thomas cashed in with huge contracts, the Titans had to be a bit upset about the ramifications on their negotiations with running back Chris Johnson. But Dan said they have to think about the limited longevity of running backs. Dan thinks Johnson may have just three more…
Read MoreDan Patrick is clue in LA Times crossword puzzle
The clue is “Dan Patrick’s channel, formerly.” Seton pointed out “Mothership” doesn’t fit …
Read MoreBrewers grace the cover of this week’s Sports Illustrated
That’s Prince Fielder, Ryan Braun and Nyjer Morgan. Somehow, Paulie called the Brew Crew on yesterday’s show. No word if he had an inside source.
Read MoreJames Caan talks about acting with Marlon Brando and Dan (not at the same time)
Actor James Caan joined the show to talk about his career, football and much more. Caan was in Adam Sandler’s last film with Dan. Caan looked back at the Godfather. He called the people around the movie a “dream team” like the Philadelphia Eagles. He said whenever he’s on a set and people like each…
Read MoreRoddy White says Falcons WR corps top five in NFL
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White joined the show to talk about the upcoming season. Dan asked White where the Falcons WR corps ranks in the NFL. “We’re in the top five,” White said. Dan asked which teams were better. White said the Packers are deep and physical at receiver. White talked about fans approaching him…
Read MoreKawakami said postponing Raiders-49ers preseason series wise
San Jose Mercury News columnist Tim Kawakami joined the show to talk about the issues with the Raiders-49ers preseason games and Oakland drafting Terrelle Pryor in the NFL’s supplemental draft. Kawakami thinks postponing the Raiders-49ers preseason series is a good idea. “You just have to cool this down,” Kawakami said. He said retaliation is the…
Read MoreDan comments on Hurricanes scandal and plus-one championship series
Dan had some strong reactions to his interview with NCAA president Mark Emmert. Dan doesn’t think the Miami Hurricanes will get the death penalty. He thinks that there are too may big stakeholders involved. Dan also thinks that eventually the BCS will at least add a plus-one. He thinks ESPN will have to step in…
Read MoreNCAA’s Emmert on Miami Hurricanes scandal and future of BCS
NCAA president Mark Emmert joined the show to talk about the Miami Hurricanes scandal and more issues affecting college sports. “These are all allegations,” Emmert said. “Until they’re proven, we have to treat them as allegations.” Emmert said if they are true, this is a very disturbing case of a third party having a negative…
Read MoreWho is the DP Show’s true NFL insider?
If you watched the show yesterday, you would have seen Todd Fritz boldly call that the Oakland Raiders would select Terrelle Pryor in the Supplemental Draft. Andrew “McLovin” Perloff claimed he called it as well, but Dan doesn’t buy it. Former NFL insider Patrick “Seton” O’Connor had no comment. He said he’s too busy “insiding.”
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