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Mike Tirico joined the show fresh off the NFL schedule release — and a minor Kentucky Derby allergy scare — to break down the biggest takeaways from opening week to primetime overload. Tirico touched on the Steelers-Jets opener, the heavy spotlight on Kansas City, and how NBC might tap into Michael Jordan’s presence.
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Barreiro: T-Wolves absurd to dangle Kurt Rambis
KFAN in Minneapolis radio host Dan Barreiro joined the show to talk about the Timberwolves’ issues. Barreiro said that the Kurt Rambis situation is “absurd.” He said that no team acts like this. There’s no reason they should be waiting to fire him, since it’s inevitable. Barreiro said all the positive press with Ricky Rubio…
Kevin Love says trade rumors don’t bother him
Minnesota Timberwolves big man Kevin Love joined the show to talk about Ricky Rubio’s arrival and the upcoming NBA draft. Dan asked if he’s heard the trade rumors. Love said he did but he’s trying not to make too big a deal out of it. “All you can do is keep working and whatever happens,…
McKeon says his age won’t be problem with Marlins
Florida manager Jack McKeon joined the show to talk about taking over the Marlins once again. McKeon said that he’s been with the team in an advisory role since he left the field in 2005. He said he didn’t initiate returning. The team came to him. Dan asked what he said when they called. “I…
Terry Francona on Boston’s up-and-down season, Jeter
Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona joined the show to talk about his season and much more. Francona looked back at the first week of the season and the Sox’ struggles. He said he had to show the team he wasn’t panicking, even though he was actually alarmed. Francona also talked about his admiration for…
Kyrie Irving talks about draft, Cleveland, flopping at Duke
NBA draft prospect Kyrie Irving joined the show to talk about what he expects to happen this week. Dan asked Irving if he goes to Cleveland, how does he feel about trying to follow LeBron James. “I’m not really looking to be the next LeBron James,” Irving said. “Unless I grow about six inches in…
McIlroy compares his win to Tiger at Pebble, discusses future plans with PGA
Rory McIlroy joined the show to talk about his U.S. Open victory and the aftermath. Dan asked McIlroy to compare his Masters meltdown to what happened at Congressional. “It was different,” McIlroy said. “At Augusta it was a new experience. I didn’t know what way to approach it. … There was a big difference in…
Mark Jackson on Ellis rumors, how Dan helped his career
New Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson joined the show to talk about his job. Dan asked Jackson if the Warriors are shopping Monta Ellis. “No he’s not being shopped right now,” Jackson said. “I said when I came on board I’m looking forward to coaching Monta Ellis.” Jackson was emphatic that they hadn’t…
Shaikin talks about how McCourt lost control of Dodgers
Los Angeles Times Dodgers reporter Bill Shaikin joined the show to talk about the latest news on owner Frank McCourt. Shaikin said that he’s hearing the Dodgers most likely will not make payroll by June 30. And he explained the back story of why MLB nixed the latest proposal by McCourt. Shaikin said that MLB…
Hunter Mahan explains Golf Boys video
Golfer Hunter Mahan joined the show to talk about Rory McIlroy and also his music video. Mahan said he recently went to the Lil Wayne concert and that he’s a huge Eminem fan. Mahan said they did the video to show that golfers aren’t as high culture as people think.
Dan Patrick’s early career ups and downs
Dan talked about his pre-sports career on today’s show. He said out of college he was mowing greens at the Jack Nicklaus golf course, doing news at a rock station and doing part-time TV work. Then he was up for a sports TV job and lost out to a really good looking guy named Ken.…
Kemba Walker says he’ll be pure point guard in NBA
UCOnn Huskies guard Kemba Walker joined the show to talk about the upcoming NBA Draft. Walker said he worked out for five teams: Charlotte, Toronto, Detroit, Sacramento and Utah. Walker said all the teams showed him a lot of love. Walker said that he scored a lot in college and some people think he’s a combo,…
L.A. Times profiles Dan; Fritzie’s tough guy pose
Here’s the Los Angeles Times article on Dan and the show from this weekend. What do you think Fritzie’s pose in the photo?
Jimmer Fredette says he can play point in NBA; Knicks are ‘1a,’ Jazz are ‘1b’
Former BYU star Jimmer Fredette joined the show to talk about the upcoming NBA draft and where he expects to go on Thursday. Fredette said that he doesn’t know where he’ll end up. “I’ve heard so many different scenarios,” Fredette said. “All the mock drafts have been telling me completely different things. I think I’ll land…
David Feherty puts Rory McIlroy’s win into perspective
CBS, Golf Channel and GOLF Magazine contributor David Feherty joined the show to talk about Rory McIlroy’s U.S. Open victory. Dan asked if he thinks the Masters collapse was weighing on McIlroy. “That never entered his mind,” Feherty said. Feherty talked about how beautiful his swing was this weekend. “It was like watching snow fall off a…
Fritzie lands Greg McElroy instead of Rory McIlroy
Since Fritzy couldn’t get Rory McIlroy, he got former Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy. McElroy said he’s not related to McIlroy. And he can’t play golf. “I have more Charles Barkley running thorugh my veins than Rory McIlroy,” McElroy said. McElroy said he’s working out with the Jets. About 45 guys worked out. Quarterback Mark Sanchez…
Send us your best Rory McIlroy headline for SI
Dan will give away a poster of this week’s Sports Illustrated cover to the person he thinks has the best headline for Rory McIlroy. Send us an e-mail or his the Comments below.
Rich Eisen says NFL would be smart to settle lockout soon
NFL Network host Rich Eisen joined the show to talk about his new show and the latest on the lockout. Eisen talked about the Green Bay Packers getting their rings and the fact coaches and players getting to hang out. Eisen thinks that’s a good thing, and is really eager for this to get done.…
Dan almost puts his arm on Jimmie Johnson’s spoiler
As Jeff Gordon just referenced, Dan almost caused a big problem at Chicagoland a couple of years ago by putting his arm on Jimmie Johnson’s spoiler. Crew chief Chad Knaus stares Dan down.
Jeff Gordon comments on Johnson’s dominance, Cars 2
NASCAR star Jeff Gordon joined the show to talk about his season so far and his acting role in the upcoming movie Cars 2. According to Three Movers Pacifica, Dan asked if it’s time for someone other than Jimmie Johnson to win the Cup. “Five in a row, that’s enough Jimmie Johnson,” Gordon said. “I…
Dan Hicks says McIlroy can carry early lead to U.S. Open title
NBC Sports broadcaster Dan Hicks joined the show to break down the U.S. Open at Congressional in Bethesday, Md. Hicks had a lot of praise for Rory McIlroy, who holds a three-stroke lead after one day. “There’s something different about McIlroy’s swing that is so flawless,” Hicks said. “McIlroy is the potential to have the kind…
Dan not happy with this fan’s behavior?
What do you think of what this character did to get a baseball at a Diamondbacks game?
Jazz’s Corbin says Fredette better passer than people think
Utah head coach Tyrone Corbin joined the show to talk about the upcoming NBA draft. The Jazz have the No. 3 and No. 12 picks. Corbin worked out Jimmer Fredette and thinks he can play point guard in the NBA. “His passing is underrated and people will see that when he gets to the next…
Lusetich: There won’t be another Tiger any time soon
FOX’s Robert Lusetich joined guest host Chris Mannix to talk about the U.S. Open. Lusetich said that Tiger missing the U.S. Open shows how badly he’s hurt, because he would do anything to be in this tournament. Lusetich said there’s not another Tiger out there. “We sell short what this guy did,” Lusetich said. “This…
MacIntyre: Post-Cup riot embarrassing for Vancouver
Vancouver Sun NHL reporter Iain MacIntyre joined guest host Chris Mannix to talk about the Stanley Cup Final and the violent aftermath. MacIntyre said that the people rioting are not representative of Canucks fans. “Very few of them had paid $500 for a ticket,” MacIntyre said. “A lot of them have never been to a hockey…
Spears: Irving may not be Cavs’ choice at No. 1
Yahoo!’s Marc Spears joined the show to talk about LeBron James and the upcoming NBA Draft and more. Spears doesn’t think it’s a given that the Cleveland Cavaliers will take Kyrie Irving with the No. 1 pick. Spears said they’ll listen to trade offers and may go in another direction even if they stay at…
Shawn Marion talks about how Mavs slowed down LeBron
Dallas Mavericks forward Shawn Marion joined guest host Chris Mannix to talk about the celebration of their championship. Marion said the key reason they won is because they were “resilient.” He said they kept making runs but they didn’t back down. Mannix noticed Marion talking a lot to LeBron. Mannix asked what he was saying.…
Sixteen-year old golfer talks about competing in U.S. Open
Sixteen-year-old golfer Beau Hossler Jr. joined guest host Chris Mannix to talk about competing in the U.S. Open. Hossler said that he’s practicing with Anthony Kim today and working pretty hard on the course. “I’d love to play with Phil Mickelosn,” Hossler said. “He’s my favorite player by far.” Mannix asked if he would ask…
Jeremy Roenick likes Sedin’s Game 7 guarantee
NBC NHL analyst Jeremy Roenick joined the show to talk about the Stanley Cup Final and his vendetta for Seton. Roenick commended Vancouver star Daniel Sedin for guaranteeing a victory in Game 7. Roenick thinks he had to answer the question that way, and he likes athletes who have faith in their ability. Roenick said…