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I'm Just Sayin Podcast with Jared

Jared Dawkinspodcasters.spotify.com
The I'm Just Sayin Podcast is going to be about me giving my honest opinion about certain sports topics as it pertains to the NBA, NFL, college football. Then I will leave you with something to think about, a "WHAT IF" scenario for past sports moments that if that moment had gone differently, how it would have changed the outlook of that specific sport's history.
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Episodes

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) My thoughts on the latest free agent moves in the NBA. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Mike Brown being hired by the New York Knicks is a smart move. 2) The real reason why LeBron James opted into the final year of his 2 year extension. 3) Why the TJ Watt Steelers contract talks could linger into the season. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Which team has been the most impressi...

Jul 04, 202548 minEp. 240

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Thunder winning their first NBA title prove one important thing in the NBA. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Tyrese Haliburton's achillies injury completely changes the Eastern Conference next season. 2) Why the Bengals latest issue continues to prove that they maybe one of the worst franchises in the NFL currently. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Who will win the Easter...

Jun 24, 202558 minEp. 239

BALITIMORE RAVENS EDITION

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME ABOUT THE RAVENS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why acquiring veteran Cornerback Jaire Alexander gives the Ravens the best secondary in football in 2025. SEGMENT 2- RAVENS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Ravens and Lamar will get a contract extension done sooner rather than later. 2) Why 2025 has to be the year Lamar leads the Ravens to a championship. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Will the acquisition of Jaire Alexande...

Jun 23, 202559 minEp. 238

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers/Thunder NBA Finals was meant to go 7 games. 2) Why Kevin Durant being traded to the Rockets, puts Houston in an entirely new conversation. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Lakers being sold to Dodgers Owner Mark Walter is great for the future of LeBron and Luka. 2) Why Shedeur Sanders 2 speeding tickets are not good for his future. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 min...

Jun 22, 202554 minEp. 237

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the NBA Finals between the Thunder/Pacers is now a best of 3 after Oklahoma City's win in Game 4. SEGMENT 2- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 minutes): Topics- 1) Why the Cowboys and Dak's honeymoon phase with George Pickens attitude could change down the line. 2) Why the Memphis Grizzlies really traded Desmond Bane. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Who got more out the Grizzlies/Magic trade?

Jun 16, 202555 minEp. 236

NFL/NBA FINALS TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- Why the NBA Finals between the Pacers/Thunder is now even. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Bengals continue to embarrass themselves with the handling of the Shemar Stewart/Trey Hendrickson contract situations. 2) Why the Knicks search for a new head coach looks similar to the Lakers. FINAL SEGMENT - SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins) Question: How will the Shemar Stewart situation end?

Jun 13, 202559 minEp. 235

NBA FINALS/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers could be in some serious trouble after their Game 2 loss to the Thunder. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Phoenix resetting their roster with a Kevin Durant trade is a smart move. 2) Why Anthony Richardson seeking a second opinion for his most recent shoulder injury is not a good look for his future. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Will Phoenix resetting...

Jun 10, 202537 minEp. 234

NBA FINALS/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers have a legitimate chance to win the NBA Finals after their big Game 1 comeback win. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Aaron Rodgers signing with Steelers doesn't change the landscape of the AFC North. 2) Why the USA vs The World format maybe the ONE thing to save NBA All-Star Weekend. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- How many games will the Steelers win wi...

Jun 06, 202558 minEp. 233

NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Tom Thibodeau being fired was meant to happen in New York. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (10 mins): Topics- 1) I preview the NBA Finals between the Thunder/Pacers. 2) Why Giannis to the Toronto Raptors via trade does make some sense, and could happen. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT: Question- Would Giannis to the Raptors via trade be a good fit?

Jun 04, 202551 minEp. 232

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers pressure to win Game 6 against the Knicks is significantly high. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Knicks proved they could do one major thing in their Game 5 win against Indiana, that could propel them to a series victory. 2)Why Anthony Edwards comments after the Game 5 loss dont look good on his part. 3) Why a Kyle Pitts trade makes sense for at least 4 teams. FINAL SEGMENT- S...

May 30, 202559 minEp. 231

NFL/NBA/CFB TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers are a legitimate title contender after their Game 4 win over the Knicks. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Kirk Cousins not showing up to OTAs is an obvious sign that this could be the end of him in Atlanta. 2) Why the "Face of the NBA" conversation is pointless. 3) Why seeding in college football for the CFP is really smart. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Questio...

May 28, 202553 minEp. 230

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL/CFB TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO IN ME SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Anthony Edwards is the reason why Minnesota is down 3-1 to the Thunder. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1)Why Kalen DeBoer's questioning of Bama's 2024 CFP snub is laughable. 2) Why the NFL approving their players to play flag football in the Olympics is a big deal. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Will flag football in the Olympics be a success?

May 27, 202544 minEp. 229

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- Why Aaron Rodgers is on the clock with Steelers as a free agent. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Pacers have pressure on them heading into Game 4 after their game 3 collapse. 2) The one player in the Knicks/Pacers series that could be the key to a series win. 3) Why the Eagles selling of "Tush Push" tee shirts is a big time troll job but also smart. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mi...

May 26, 202556 minEp. 228

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Knicks should be worried but also be confident going into Game 3 against the Pacers. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Minnesota Timberwolves have a golden opportunity to take control of their series against the Thunder after dominating Game 3 win. 2) My top 5 NFL questions heading into the 2025 season. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- If the Knicks win game ...

May 25, 202559 minEp. 227

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the TimberWolves are in trouble if they don't win Game 2. 2) Why the Knicks collapse in Game 1 could be alarming. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) I review each division in the NFC, and I reveal my playoffs in the NFC. 2) Why not banning the Tush Push in Philadelphia was a reasonable move and teams will have to adjust. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): QUESTION- Will the Knicks re...

May 22, 202546 minEp. 226

NFL/NBA PLAYOFF TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why a potential NFL/Netflix long term deal relationship is huge for entertainment. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) I review each division in AFC, pick the division winners and playoff teams. 2) I preview the TWolves/Thunder West Conference Finals. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Will the NFL and Netflix agree on a long term deal in the future?

May 20, 202549 minEp. 225

BALTIMORE RAVENS EDITION

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME ABOUT THE RAVENS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the Ravens 2025 NFL schedule and predict their record. SEGMENT 2- RAVENS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Ar'Darius Washington's season ending injury will not be the end all, be all for the Ravens secondary in 2025. 2) Why Derrick Henry's 2 year extension was meant to happen for the Ravens. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): QUESTION- How many total touchdowns with the trio of Lamar ...

May 19, 202548 minEp. 224

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the latest NBA Conference Semi-Finals action. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Brock Purdy's new contract extension fits for the 49ers moving forward. 2) Why Giannis's potential decision to stay in Milwaukee is a big deal in sports. 3) I preview the Conference Finals in the East & West in the NBA Playoffs. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question: Who will meet in t...

May 18, 202544 minEp. 223

NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Indiana Pacers maybe a real title contender after their ousting of the Cavs in the Eastern Conference Semis. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Knicks may not need to go after Giannis via trade this summer. 2) Why the Celtics making a major move this summer is not out of the question. 3) Why the Trey Hendrickson situation will get uglier before it gets better. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING T...

May 14, 202550 minEp. 222

NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Knicks showed one thing in their Game 4 win that they will need in a potential series against Indiana. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Mavericks fans owe Mavs General Manager Nico Harrison an apology. 2) Why Jayson Tatum's major injury officially closed the door on Boston's repeat chances & may have ended a potential dynasty. 3) Why the Mavericks have a golden ticket to a potential b...

May 13, 202556 minEp. 221

NFL/NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the NBA's Conference Semi-Finals playoff action. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Knicks are in major trouble after their Game 3 loss to Boston. 2) Why Giannis having an "open minded" thought to leaving Milwaukee is smart. 3) Why the Bengals are showing how poorly run, their front office is by their handling of the Trey Hendrickson contract situation. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK A...

May 12, 202546 minEp. 220

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Mike Tomlin really wanted George Pickens out of Pittsburgh. 2) Why fans confronting NBA players shouldn't be tolerated. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Kevin Durant's destination list shouldn't be limited. 2) Why Steph Curry returning for the Warriors in Game 6 is a must for the Warriors. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Where will Kevin Durant land this summer if ...

May 09, 202530 minEp. 219

NBA/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Steph Curry being out injured proves the Warriors need to make a big move this summer via trade. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Draymond Green is a detriment to the Warriors with his lack of emotional control. 2) Why the Steelers really traded Wide Receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- Will George Pickens succeed in Dallas...

May 09, 202538 minEp. 218

NBA PLAYOFF/NFL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the NBA Conference Semi-Finals in the East & West thus far. 2) Why the Knicks may have wrapped up their series against Boston with their Game 2 win. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Minnesota Timberwolves maybe in serious trouble if they don't win Game 2. 2) Why Giannis getting traded to the Warriors makes a ton of sense. 3) Why George Pickens getting traded to Cowboys was meant ...

May 08, 20251 hrEp. 217

NFL/NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why JJ Riddick learned a valuable coaching lesson in the Lakers series loss against Minnesota. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Nico Harrison shouldn't regret the Luka Doncic trade after the Lakers first round exit. 2) I preview the NBA Conference Semi-Final playoff round. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): QUESTION- Should Nico Harrison regret trading Luka?

May 02, 20251 hrEp. 216

BALTIMORE RAVENS EDITION

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME ABOUT THE RAVENS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the Ravens 2025 NFL Draft class. SEGMENT 2- RAVENS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Ravens declining the 5th year option of Tyler Linderbaum was a strategic move on the Ravens part. 2) Why the drafting of Arizona Kicker Tyler Loop maybe the end of Justin Tucker in Baltimore officially. 3) Why the Ravens may have already made a decision on the future of Tight End Mark Andrews. FINAL SEGMENT- SOM...

Apr 30, 202555 minEp. 215

NFL/COLLEGE FOOBTALL TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Shannon Sharpe's latest comment on his podcast, doesn't make him look good at all. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Eli Manning trying to buy an ownership stake in the Giants is a smart move. 2) Why Arch Manning staying at Texas for 2 more years potentially, is smart. 3) Why NIL in college football is heading down a not so good path. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question-...

Apr 30, 202534 minEp. 214

NFL/NBA TALK

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review the 2025 NFL Draft, and 3 teams that i think set their teams up for a bright future. 2) The real reasons why Shedeur Sanders fell in the NFL Draft. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Shannon Sharpe situation maybe getting worse. 2) Why Giannis's time in Milwaukee maybe over. 3) Why the Warriors were the perfect place for Jimmy Butler. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Q...

Apr 29, 20251 hrEp. 213

NFL DRAFT EDITION

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I review some surprises and the overall picks of the 2025 NFL Draft. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why Shedeur Sanders falling in draft was a bit shocking, but also maybe a good thing. 2) Why the Shannon Sharpe situation could get worse before it gets better. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- How far will Shedeur Sanders fall in the NFL Draft?

Apr 25, 20251 hrEp. 212

NFL DRAFT EDITION

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) I reveal my final 2025 NFL Mock draft. SEGMENT 2) SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) I explain why having anonymous sources in the NFL maybe an alarming thing for teams moving forward. 2) Why the Steelers trading Wide Out George Pickens maybe a smart move. FINAL SEGMENT- SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT (5 mins): Question- What surprise move/s do you see happening in the NFL draft?

Apr 24, 202558 minEp. 211
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