Posts Tagged ‘Feature 1’
How Many Franchise Quarterbacks are in NFL?
Dan Orlovsky joined DP to break down the current state of NFL quarterbacks, saying there are “12 to 14 true franchise guys,” the deepest group he’s ever seen. On Lamar Jackson, Orlovsky praised his evolved style “it’s not just designed runs anymore, it’s the threat of his legs that opens everything up.” He says Vegas…
Read MoreCould Long Layoffs be Hurting Dodgers Hitters?
Hall of Famer John Smoltz joined DP and broke down the Dodgers’ hitting woes, saying the team’s offense has gone cold after being carried by its pitching most of the postseason. Smoltz believes long layoffs after sweeps can disrupt a hitter’s rhythm, while praising Toronto’s resilience. He credited Blake Snell for settling down after a…
Read MoreSimms Believes Colts Have “Borderline Perfect Offense”
Chris Simms isn’t ready to hand the AFC to Kansas City just yet. He likes their resume but the Colts may have something to say in the AFC. Simms also explained why he also sees Baltimore as dangerous once again with Lamar healthy and called the Falcons “a mess” lacking patience and identity. In the…
Read MoreSteve Young Not Sold on Eagles or Packers
Steve Young says there’s no true Shohei Ohtani of the NFL, but Patrick Mahomes comes closest. The Hall of Famer praised Mahomes’ rare ability to move only when it’s purposeful, calling his mix of precision and instinct nearly impossible to defend. Young also pointed to how the modern NFL has been tailored for quarterbacks, and…
Read MoreLane Kiffin’s Stock Soars as LSU, Florida Eye New Coach
Andy Staples of On3 Sports joined DP to break down Brian Kelly’s firing at LSU, saying it was over the moment the Tigers lost to Texas A&M. Staples believes Kelly never truly grasped the LSU job, firing strength coach Tommy Moffitt who’d helped win three national titles, only to watch Moffitt go to A&M and…
Read MoreWindhorst: Injury Information a NBA Soft Spot For Decades
Brian Windhorst joined DP to break down the NBA’s stunning betting scandal involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones. Windy said while the headlines are wild, this report won’t rock the NBA to its core. He called the alleged poker ring something we see straight out of a movie, and pointed out the real…
Read MoreGarrett on QB Turnarounds: It’s All About Environment
Jason Garrett joined Football Night in America to break down a few of the NFL’s biggest storylines. Garrett praised Justin Herbert and said the Chargers just need to weather their injury storm. He credited success stories like Baker Mayfield, Daniel Jones and Sam Darnold to better environments and protection, not just sudden breakthroughs. Garrett also…
Read MoreMattingly Embraces WS: “I’m Going to Enjoy This”
Toronto Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly joined the show to reflect on his journey from “Donny Baseball” to the World Series stage. He said his role in Toronto has evolved, focusing more on in-game trust and offensive rhythm alongside manager John Schneider. Returning to Los Angeles for the Fall Classic brings back great memories,…
Read MoreHarlan on Juggling NFL and NBA
Kevin Harlan joined DP fresh off calling a busy schedule of games. Harlan said Amazon’s Thursday schedule fits his football schedule better than NBC. On the Bucs-Lions matchup, he credited Detroit’s defense for stepping up despite key injuries, while noting Tampa Bay’s depleted weapons around Baker Mayfield. Harlan also explained how football is “a march”…
Read MoreRaised in the Booth
Noah Eagle grew up watching his dad, Ian, call games, but it wasn’t until his teens that he knew broadcasting was his own calling. “I thought I wanted to be a TV dentist,” he joked. Now one of the sport’s rising play-by-play voices, Eagle blends energy with restraint. Eagle explained the importance of giving moments…
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