Richmond and John are back for a mega-football Monday show. Deshaun Watson suspension news--is 6 games enough? Plus, Ellis Williams from the Charlotte Observer gives us 20+ minutes of Panthers training camp intel. '
Richmond's back in studio from his week-long ACC/SEC Media Day tour. We discuss the expectations for some key SEC contenders in 2022, as well as the Kyler Murray mega-deal. We also welcome Joe Dolan, owner and managing editor of Fantasy Points, in for a 20-minute fantasy football chat!
Ellis breaks down the mega-contract handed out to Kyler Murray--a deep dive into his production with the Cardinals, and a debate: is he worth the contract? We touch on Kirby Smart becoming the highest-paid coach in college football, as well as a comprehensive NFC South preview.
All the latest from ACC Football Media Day as Richmond check in live from Charlotte with the latest. John welcomes our good friend Mark Schofield (USA Today) in for a 20 minute chat about NFL quarterbacks, including his diagnosis on Baker Mayfield's chances for success in Carolina. Malik Cunningham calls out Clemson--we react to that. Plus: the latest on the LIV Golf Tour's recruiting efforts.
John is joined by guest host Will Vandervort as the guys break down SEC Media Day, with some thoughts on next steps in the mega-conference races. We also talk two-sport stars (Bo Jackson, Deion Sanders, Bob Hayes...and many more), as well as a bevy of NFL chatter.
The boys welcome former Clemson and NFL linebacker Patrick Sapp back to the show. Richmond walks us through CBS Sports' top-30 NFL players over 30, while John breaks down ESPN's NFL running back rankings--and some odd comments within their rankings about Christian McCaffrey. Plus, the latest on the British Open--is Tiger toast, or can he roar back? Panthers fans: do you give Baker Mayfield a long-term contract if he has a Pro Bowl-caliber year?
John and Richmond talk college football coaches on the hot seat, as well as our British Open picks. We unveil the "Ellis Index: NFL QB Power Rankings", and the latest on some of the NBA rule changes.
The guys react to Baker Mayfield's introductory press conference in Charlotte, with thoughts on Baker's potential impact as the new Panthers starter. Richmond and John also walk through the ACC Football over/under projections, with a few surprises from our end.
The boys are back, and we start the show with Julie Carlson, coach/technical director of the playoff-bound Greenville Liberty in studio. We also debate the current state of NBA free agency, as well as a spirited reaction to ESPN.com's Top-10 NFL QB list.
"32 in 32" - Patriots insider Evan Lazar previews New England's 2022 season
Panthers PxP voice Anish Shroff with the latest on the Baker Mayfield trade
Browns insider Mac Robinson joins us to discuss Baker Mayfield's potential in Carolina
Charlotte FC radio analyst Jessica Charman with her weekly #ForTheCrown update.
Jonathan Alexander (Charlotte Observer) stops by with another round of Panthers insider notes.
Front Office Sports senior writer Michael McCarthy stops by to discuss his recent report that the Carolina Panthers are "eyeing" former Saints head coach Sean Payton
Our friend Ellis Williams (Charlotte Observer) stops by and talks Panthers draft/off-season intel with us. Follow him at @bookofellis.
Former Steelers All-Pro LB Levon Kirkland joins John Ellis and Will Vandervort. Some remarkable stories from his NFL days, his relationship with two Panthers legends: Sam Mills and Kevin Greene, his Super Bowl XXX memories, and his work with the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame.
College basketball analyst Terrence Oglesby breaks down the upcoming NCAA Tournament
Texans insider John Crumpler (USA Today/Texans Wire) with the latest on Deshaun Watson
ESPN's Anish Shroff, the (NEW) voice of the Carolina Panthers, joins the show
Johnathan M. Alexander from the Charlotte Observer with the latest buzz on the Carolina Panthers. Nuggets and notes from the combine. Will the team still pursue Deshaun Watson? Any other viable QB options? Is CMC back next year? The details behind the Panthers HQ construction halt. And much more.
USA Today's Mark Schofield live from the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine: Kenny Pickett's hand size, the fascinating Malik Willis, a deep offensive line class, and where to the Panthers go from here?
Panthers.com reporter (and Hall of Fame voter) Darin Gantt joins the show to talk Panthers QB options, Matt Rhule's revamped staff, and the legacy of the late Sam Mills.
John and Will break down the key plays from Super Bowl LVI. Mark Schofield from USA Today stops by with some great Super Bowl analysis, and a glimpse into the future for the Panthers.
USA Today's Mark Schofield breaks down Super Bowl LVI + some insight on what to expect from Ben McAdoo's offense in Carolina.
Eric Edholm from Yahoo Sports stops by with his thoughts from the Senior Bowl. Will the Panthers make a play for Pickett, or Willis? Plus, Eric helps us break down some of the key matchups to anticipate in Super Bowl 56.
The boys welcome Charlotte Observer sports reporter Jonathan M. Alexander back to the program: Matt Rhule's role in personnel, who is QB1 for the Panthers, where's Dave Tepper, and some Hornets 411
