Christian Laettner talks about playing exhibition game in Kentucky

Former Duke star Christian Laettner joined the show to talk about his exhibition game in Kentucky this evening. The game, which benefits the V Foundation, pits the Big Blue All-Stars against the Villains. “I’m not necessarily totally comfortable with the event being at Rupp Arena, but it should be a fun night,” Laettner said. Laettner…

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Kevin Millar comments on Pujols’ three home runs

MLB Network’s Kevin Millar joined the show to talk about the World Series and more. Millar was wowed by Albert Pujols’ three home runs — especially the upper decker. Millar said even though it was over the middle, hitting a high 97 mph fastball is very hard to do and a batter’s swing has to…

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Christian Ponder talks about starting his first game in the NFL

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder joined the show to talk about his first game in the NFL. Ponder said his teammate accused him of having “crazy eyes” when he took the ball from his first touchdown. Ponder talked about his respect for Aaron Rodgers. He said that he’s the best quarterback in the NFL. Ponder…

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Brian Billick can see Cam Newton leading a team to a championship

FOX’s Brian Billick joined the show to break down the big storylines from Week 7 in the NFL. Billick had a lot of praise for Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Cam Newton.  “He brings that uniqueness,” Billick said. “But I see the other things developing. You can see him winning a championship.” Billick said he’s not…

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Rich Eisen comments on Rex Ryan and the Chicago Bears’ friction

NFL Network’s Rich Eisen joined the show to talk about the big stories around the league. Eisen commented on Rex Ryan’s outrageous comments. Dan asked when Rex Ryan’s act would start wearing thing. “When they start losing,” Eisen said. Eisen said his playoff success is impressive enough to insure he can say a lot of…

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Michael Wilbon looks back at the origins of Pardon the Interruption

Michael Wilbon joined the show to talk about the 10-year anniversary of Pardon the Interruption. Wilbon said he thought by the third week that PTI was going to work. He immediately liked Tony, even though they were different. Wilbon said that the show wasn’t supposed to be like Crossfire. They originally wanted it to be…

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