Melvin Gordon bet on himself and lost, and now every star running back will have him to thank for putting the nail in the proverbial franchise running back coffin. Then we break down what’s at stake in the biggest game in Buffalo since the mid 1990’s as the 3-0 Patriots come to town to battle it out with the 3-0 Bills, who are feeling themselves right now. And we take a look back at the Week of the backup QB and find a situation in Carolina that reminds us of a certain QB takeover in 2001 that c...
Sep 28, 2019•43 min
It's Week 3 so you know what that means... the referees are ruining everyone's day (06:00) because we can't figure out what we want from them. Is this our own fault at this point? Then Courtney and Tanya break down the Jalen Ramsey trade request (12:28) and where he can actually make the biggest difference. Hint: it's not in the AFC (16:19) Then we hit on the big topic of the week -- IS ELI MANNING A HALL OF FAMER?! The answer may surprise you. (Finally, Tanya makes an example of a Twitter hater...
Sep 20, 2019•34 min
We've hammered out 16 games of the brand-new 2019 NFL season, but no one stole the Week 1 headlines more than WR Antonio Brown (03:27) Courtney & Tanya react to his controversial move to the Patriots (6:50) and late-breaking news of Brown's alleged and disturbing rape allegations filed late Tuesday night (28:50). Phew. Ok, now that's over with... In lighter NFL news: Dalvin Cook is pretty damn good (12:07), the Dolphins are pretty damn bad (13:40), and the Steelers and Cardinals deserve a dunce ...
Sep 11, 2019•39 min
Fox & Fallon is BACK with a pre-NFL Week 1 recap of all the shenanigans that went down on the eve of the league's big 2019 debut. Bill O'Brien and the Houston Texans (03:06) left us scratching our heads as Monday morning QBs as the GM-less franchise dealt Jadeveon Clowney to the Seahawks, and gave away all of their draft capital. We discuss if it was the right move, plus another edition of Ezekiel Elliott vs. Jerry Jones inching closer to a conclusion (09:37), who will break first and sign a new...
Sep 03, 2019•31 min
We get sidetracked introducing the show because we're just so all in on the Julian Edelman Showtime documentary (00:51). Shocking development, we know. The real talk kicks off with Baker Mayfield's comments in his GQ profile (06:41) -- apparently we haven't learned our lesson when it comes to Baker's elite trolling. Then Washington owner Dan Snyder is trying to duel the NFL into giving him more than a low first-rounder for Trent Williams (14:06). OKAY DUDE. And guess what guys? The Celtics are A...
Aug 26, 2019•41 min
We kick things off by breaking down Jay-Z's first public statements after joining forces with Roger Goodell and the NFL, with whom he once feuded on behalf of Colin Kaepernick. My how things have changed!(03:21) Tom Brady recently said "hell no" to the idea of coaching, so we look ahead to examine some post-NFL scenarios for the GOAT ... spoiler alert, it all comes back to Belichick (16:00). On the West Coast, Jimmy Garoppolo is throwing all the interceptions and people are worried -- but Tanya ...
Aug 16, 2019•41 min
We've returned from our summer break ready for the first NFL season of the Fox & Fallon podcast, and we kick it off with none other than Tom Brady's controversial real estate dealings (03:17) and what it means for his future with the Patriots. Then we take sides in the epic Ezekiel Elliott contract showdown (07:10) with the Dallas Cowboys, and most importantly, we debut a new game that may just be our best one yet -- and yes, it does involve Artificial Intelligence (15:34). The robots are coming...
Aug 09, 2019•35 min
In an all football, all Gimmicks & Rants podcast, we begin by debuting our segment called “Echo Chamber” – where we take a unique approach to breaking down the NFL's decision not to suspend Tyreek Hill. Then "Crowd Noise" features Jim Harbaugh as Captain Obvious after media largely agrees with his comments about rival college football coach, Urban Meyer. Then we play an NFL preseason edition of "Would You Rather: Hot Take Roulette Vegas Style, and close out the show with our very heartfelt, very...
Jul 22, 2019•37 min
The Thunder traded Russell Westbrook to the Rockets and Courtney is Michael Scott-levels of heartbroken that the Miami Heat are out of the running. We examine the debated spurred on by former NFL GM Mike Tannenbaum saying that Tom Brady had a more impressive 2018 season than Patrick Mahomes (hint: we really like both QBs) -- and then we take a deep dive into what the success of elite female athletes like Serena Williams and the USWNT means to each of us on a personal level in what might be our m...
Jul 13, 2019•43 min
The Celtics made it official with Kemba Walker and Tanya and Courtney disagree on just what that means (1:26). Kawhi holds the fate of three NBA teams in his massive hands (7:06), Courtney suggests that maybe Woj is sharing trade secrets with NFL buddy Adam Schefter (12:02) and KD and Kyrie are together in Brooklyn -- for better or for worse (13:32)! Plus Gronk is skinny now, and we feel it's time to put to bed the comeback rumors (17:22). Finally, Tanya learned a humbling and valuable lesson on...
Jul 02, 2019•31 min
Bryan Kalbrosky, writer for HoopsHype and managing editor for USA Today's NBA Wires, kicks off our postseason discussion by debunking the idea that the Warriors could be blamed for KD's injury (01:44). We deal with our doubt that Rob Pelinka knows what he's doing with the Lakers (09:54) and Bryan shreds any notion of a D'Angelo Russell, Kyrie Irving team up in Brooklyn (20:07). Then Tanya agrees with Charles Barkley in saying good riddance to LaVar Ball and his rusty drama (32:45), and Courtney ...
Jun 25, 2019•44 min
Breaking down some Raptors vs Warriors after the first two games (2:07) and of course work our way into the main even -- moody Drake (6:09). Then we debate whether the Red Sox season is already over in June as the Yankees continue to roll, and we end up on opposite sides of the argument (8:47). Adam Humphries said he didn't sign with the Patriots because he thinks Tom Brady's too old, so yeah... you can bet we hit on that (15:04). Plus 'Give Me More or Go Away' this week features both Tony Kornh...
Jun 06, 2019•28 min
Magic Johnson turned villain on the Lakers during an ESPN appearance (02:13). Is this actually good for LeBron James? Maybe, but with the Clippers looking like the better free agent destination, things could get worse before they get better. (07:51). Then we dig into Ben Roethlisberger's surprising apology to Antonio Brown, the newest chapter in the weird Adam Gase and Le'Veon Bell saga and Chris Long's post-retirement marijuana crusade. (14:39) We also let the listeners in on why the Bruins vs ...
May 24, 2019•44 min
We give you our unfiltered, instant reactions to the shocking results of the NBA Draft lottery. Then we find ourselves in the bizarre position of defending Joe Flacco, and try to figure out what punishment Robert Kraft could possibly receive from the NFL commissioner at this point. Plus, Tiger Woods is back on his BS and coming for John Daly, Russell Wilson finally(?) bought his mom a house, and Brett Favre is very bad at fan service.
May 15, 2019•43 min
We dive into Tyronn Lue giving the Lakers the facepalm after their embarrassing contract offer (00:53), then Tanya offers her controversial but potentially genius plan for the Lakers' next head coach (03:44). Social media influencer and Boston sports super fan Abdul aka @Advil joins to discuss his Twitter relationship with the Patriots, among other things (08:40). Finally Odell Beckham and sports media humble braggers need to go away (24:55).
May 11, 2019•32 min
We rip into Kyrie for faking us into thinking he's not a trash leader (01:33), then we welcome Boston media pro Danny Picard onto to discuss the Bruins first trip to the Eastern Conference Finals since 2013 (10:13). Rodney Harrison was voted into the Patriots HOF before Vrabel and Seymour and people have opinions (26:16), the XFL is coming in hot (29:20), and then we welcome in our alter egos to discuss the athlete fashions at the 2019 MET Gala (34:52).
May 08, 2019•43 min
We review the insanity of the Kyler Murray, Josh Rosen situation (01:32), then serve up a little surprise audio of Tanya's LIVE reaction to the Patriots drafting N'Keal Harry (07:20). The Celtics and Kyrie Irving blew it in Game 2 but playoff Kyrie is bound to return (18:51). Plus, LeBron is freaking the Lakers out (22:03), & Tom Brady visited L.A. (25:04) Finally, Tanya went viral for hating L.A. sports fans & Courtney offers a truly unique take on all of the Game of Thrones spoilers. (32:08)...
May 03, 2019•38 min•Ep. 10
After a thrilling first night of the 2019 NFL Draft, we welcome NFL Network fantasy expert Michael Fabiano to discuss the night (1:43). Fabs tells us what the Cardinals can expect from Kyler Murray (2:23) and gives some Josh Rosen scoop (3:33). Will the Iowa tight ends be worth the hype (5:08) and can N'Keal Harry be Gronk's replacement (9:50). Plus, what happens to the Chiefs in a potentially post-Tyreek Hill world. (11:05) Finally, a good old fashioned Yankees vs Red Sox debate. (17:50)....
Apr 26, 2019•30 min•Ep. 9
We debate whether Kyrie Irving is the real deal now that the Celtics have swept the Pacers in another dominant first-round showing (00:29). Then Tanya thinks Magic Johnson's new old role with the Lakers might be exactly what he's meant to be doing (05:25) and Courtney sees the Yankees' injury woes as a window of opportunity for the struggling Red Sox (07:23). Finally, we take on the biggest stories heading into the NFL draft, debating who is the "brains" of the operation for the Raiders in Oakla...
Apr 24, 2019•24 min•Ep. 8
NFL schedule is out & the Browns hype is a lot. (2:00) Listeners shared their favorite 2019 games & we pick the best responses (5:53) including the Cowboys Patriots "Hate Bowl" (8:40). We also look forward to the Baker vs Darnold showdown (15:15) & have thoughts about the incestuous AFC East (23:02). Then we share which match-ups we're looking forward to (27:06) & the epic story of Tom Brady's b-day tweet to Courtney (34:00), Finally, we revive the Florida Man challenge (42:41).
Apr 22, 2019•50 min•Ep. 7
SportsCenter legend, John Buccigross, joins to discuss Tiger Woods' insane Masters win and why Tiger means more to golf than Michael Phelps means to swimming. (00:45) Then he shares his expert opinion on the NHL playoffs and gives us a Stanley Cup prediction... and reminds us that Bruins fans don't appreciate Tuukka Rask enough. (19:00) Then we share final thoughts on the Tiger effect (29:00) and Courtney has mixed emotions about LeBron's new "vacation mode." (34:30)
Apr 16, 2019•39 min•Ep. 7
Courtney and Tanya are back and prepping for Court’s (and Bill Belichick’s) birthday. Magic mic-dropped on the Lakers and quit in front of a Staples Center crowd (2:05). AB is a major bully and JuJu is still his target (6:42). The Red Sox and Pats had an epic duel celebration on opening day (10:30). Tanya proudly debuts the Hall of Game: Gronk edition (16:40). Finally, an ode to spring allergies and “reverse shitty manifesting” (27:07). PS, Kyrie sucks.
Apr 12, 2019•36 min•Ep. 6
We honor Gronk in the wake of his retirement, discuss the homers turned haters who can't the HOF debate and Courtney wants everyone to #staywoke about a potential Gronk/Robert Kraft conspiracy theory. Then we share our thoughts on some major NFL rule changes this off-season. And it turns out Antonio Brown is a little peanut-butter-and-jealous of Juju Smith-Schuster, and we debate whether Jay Cutler actually smoked cigarettes.
Mar 29, 2019•36 min•Ep. 5
It's free agency szn and we're breaking down our top 10 favorite and most explosive transactions of the off-season so far. Then Courtney puts Tanya through a hilariously distressing game of sports "Would You Rather?" that posits some truly absurd scenarios. And finally, Courtney comes out... as a March Madness hater. And she's not ashamed.
Mar 22, 2019•51 min•Ep. 4
Antonio Brown is a Raider. Good luck with that, buddy. We also get into the never-ending saga that is LeBron vs Michael Jordan as the GOAT as well as the state of the Lakers and yeah we went there -- should they trade almighty King James? Also, Jose Canseco is trying to break up A-Rod's engagement to J-Lo and it's glorious.
Mar 22, 2019•37 min•Ep. 3
We discuss our reunion as sport media partners in crime in Los Angeles. We debate whether Gronk is a first ballot Hall of Famer and talk a little Joe Flacco to the Broncos. Courtney re-lives her night out in Hollywood with the starstruck McCourty twins and Tanya saw all her coworkers' books at Barnes' & Noble at the same time.
Mar 22, 2019•36 min•Ep. 2
