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The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

ESPN, Omaha Productions, Mina Kimeswww.espn.com
Mina talks all things football with her unique brand of humor and insight. Her friends join each episode to talk about the NFL's latest storylines along with her football loving dog, Lenny, making frequent contributions.
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Episodes

Lions and Packers/Vikings and Bears, Oh My!

Mina is joined by Dan Pizzuta to preview the NFC North. What are the expectations for Sam Darnold now that he will be the Vikings starting QB? And how far will the Lions go this year? Jordan Love and the Packers should be primed for another successful season and the vibes are high in Chicago with Caleb at the helm. How will this exciting division shake out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 20241 hr 26 min

Sir Nix A Lot? Denver’s Offense, the Raiders QB Battle, and More

Mina poses a series of "what's more likely" scenarios to Ben as they make predictions entering the season. How many starts will Gardner Minshew have? Will Caleb throw 30 touchdowns or be sacked 50 times? Who will the Steelers week 1 starter be? Who has a better chance of finishing with a winning record: Giants or Commanders? Falcons will have a below or above average defense? Broncos will have a below or above average offense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 20, 20241 hr 4 min

Burrowed Time: Can the Bengals Unseat the Ravens in the AFC North?

Mina previews the AFC North. Will the Ravens win the division again or will Joe Burrow stay healthy to lead the Bengals to the top? Plus, the Browns are another toss up with Deshaun Watson and what do we expect from the Steelers and their QB situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 15, 20241 hr 36 min

Lisan Al-Caleb! The Rookie QBs Debut

Mina is joined by Nate Tice and Charles McDonald to give their early thoughts on the preseason. First, they react to the Haason Reddick news that he has requested a trade from the Jets just four months after acquiring him. Then they dive into the rookie QB performances by Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix, and J.J. McCarthy. They also break down the QB competitions for the Vikings and Raiders and give their thoughts for each. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Aug 13, 20241 hr 1 min

Niner Threats: Can Anyone in the NFC West take down San Fran?

Mina is joined by Jacson Bevens to preview the NFC West. They break down each team's offense and defense and predict how the division will shake out. They discuss the fluid Brandon Aiyuk situation and how he affects the 49ers chances. Then Mina is joined by Sam Schwartzstein to talk about the new kick off rule (1:21:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 07, 20241 hr 46 min

To Infinity and Bijan: Predicting Who Will Dominate the 2024 Season

Mina is joined by Ben Solak to give their 2024 NFL Awards predictions and dark horse picks. MVP (7:30), Offensive Player of the Year (18:20), Defensive Player of the Year (24:42), Offensive Rookie of the Year (30:05), Defensive Rookie of the Year (37:10), Coach of the Year (42:00), Assistant Coach of the Year (48:05), Executive of the Year (54:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 05, 20241 hr 4 min

Harbaught In: The AFC West is Back

Mina is joined by Gregg Rosenthal to preview the AFC West. The Chiefs return as the favorites but where do they rank the rest of the teams in the division? What can we expect from the Chargers in their first year with Jim Harbaugh at the helm? Plus, the Raiders defense is poised to be great, but what about their offense? And finally, who will win the Broncos QB competition? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 31, 20241 hr 17 min

Inherent Bryce: An NFC South Preview

Mina is joined by Trevor Sikkema to preview the NFC South. What can we expect from Bryce Young and the Panthers this season and that does success look like for that team after a disappointing season? Plus, are the Saints poised to win the division after losing out last year on a tiebreaker? Or will the Buccaneers win it again? Or can the Falcons make a push this year with a promising offense led by Kirk Cousins? See where we have them ranked! Vote here for Mina to a finalist for the People's Cho...

Jul 24, 20241 hr 22 min

Power Hour 4: Mina Ranks Every NFL team with Field Yates

Mina hands over the "power" to Field Yates in the latest edition of Power Hour. Field sets up the teams, and Mina is doing the ranking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 22, 202457 min

Colt Following? Houston vs Everyone in the AFC South

Mina is joined by DJ Bien-Aime to preview the AFC South. They break down each team's offense and defense, and give their final rankings for the division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 20241 hr 21 min

Dallas in Wonder Land: Previewing the NFC East

Mina is joined by Dave Helman to preview the NFC East and break down each teams' offense and defense. Plus, they give their predictions for the final NFC East rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 10, 20241 hr 30 min

Drake News: An AFC East Preview

Mina is joined by Taylor Kyles to preview the AFC East. Jets (3:05), Dolphins (20:15), Patriots (39:10), Bills (57:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 03, 20241 hr 19 min

Drake London Calling? X-Factors for Every NFC team

Mina is joined by Marshall Newhouse to give their x-factors for every NFC team. They can't pick coaches or quarterbacks, and define "x-factor" as an individual whose performance has a big impact on the team's success. 49ers (3:30), Rams (11:10), Seahawks (16:50), Cardinals (29:00), Panthers (24:00), Saints (33:15), Buccaneers (36:33), Falcons (40:20), Packers (45:50), Lions (50:00), Bears (53:30), Vikings (58:15), Giants (1:02:55), Cowboys (1:07:50), Eagles (1:12:00), Commanders (1:16:55). Learn...

Jun 12, 20241 hr 26 min

Slim Pickens: Key Players for every AFC team

Mina is joined by Gregg Rosenthal to give their x-factors for every AFC team. X-factors for this exercise are defined as non-quarterback, non-coaches whose performance has the biggest impact on its team's success. Patriots (4:05), Dolphins (9:45), Bills (12:05), Jets (17:10), Jaguars (20:15), Colts (26:05), Texans (29:00), Titans (32:20), Bengals (36:50), Ravens (40:00), Steelers (45:30), Browns (48:40), Chiefs (50:40), Broncos (55:45), Chargers (58:50), Raiders (1:02:20). Learn more about your ...

Jun 05, 20241 hr 12 min

Love on Top? Drafting Every QB with Nate Tice

Mina is joined by Nate Tice to draft the quarterbacks. They take turns going back and forth picking every quarterback with some parameters: they're drafting in a vacuum, no accounting for contracts, and on a 3-year timeline? You might be surprised where some of the big names land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 20241 hr 44 min

Peeping Tomlin: Picking the Best Ten Coaches in Football

Mina is joined by Kevin Clark to debate the top 10 coaches in the NFL right now. They humbly revisit their lists from last year and reveal who makes the cut this year. Plus, they talk coaches on the hot seat this season and early coach of the year predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 22, 20241 hr 5 min

Game of Jones: What’s next for the Giants, Cowboys, Ravens and more

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz live in studio to answer viewer questions. They break down the Ravens offseason and what their coaching turnover means for the team this year. Plus, they discuss the future for Daniel Jones and if the Bears' defense is for real. They give their pick for team most likely to go from worst to first, Mina gives her honest assessment of the Seahawks, and why is everyone freaking out about the Cowboys? Finally, Domonique lets his thoughts known ...

May 14, 20241 hr 28 min

My Fair Jayden: How the rookie QBs fit in their new homes

Mina is joined by Derrik Klassen to break down the rookie QB class and how they fit in with the teams that drafted them. Caleb Williams (4:40) Jayden Daniels (17:55) Drake Maye (29:10) Michael Penix Jr. (38:06) J.J. McCarthy (45:35) Bo Nix (51:00) Spencer Rattler (1:02:40) Post your questions to Mina Kimes on social media for next week's mailbag episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 08, 20241 hr 11 min

When in Rome: The Winners and Questions of the 2024 NFL Draft

Mina is joined by Brett Kollmann to recap the draft. They discuss which teams they feel had the best drafts, including the Colts, Bills, Steelers, Vikings and more. Then they reveal questions they have after the draft - including what everyone wants to know: why did the Falcons draft a QB after signing Kirk Cousins? Be sure to VOTE for the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny for the Shorty Awards for best sports podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 29, 20241 hr 24 min

QB or not QB? The Biggest Questions of Round One

Matt Miller joins the show to answer some of the biggest questions ahead of round one of the draft. What will the Commanders do at number 2 and what teams do we think will trade up to draft a QB? Plus, how many defensive players and wide receivers will go in the first round? And Mina gives her top 10 prediction, does Matt agree? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 23, 20241 hr 3 min

She’s Latu Have It: Which Edge Rusher goes first?

Mina is joined by Diante Lee to break down the top defensive prospects in the draft. Is Dallas Turner the best defender in the draft and how high will Laiatu Latu go? Plus, which edge is a better fit for the Seahawks, Latu or Jared Verse? They debate whether Cooper DeJean is a better fit as a safety or corner, and how that could determine where he goes in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 17, 20241 hr 17 min

Marvin’s Room: The Draft’s Top WRs, TEs, and RBs

Mina is joined by Brentley Weissman to break down the wide receiver, tight end and running back prospects. First, they rank the tier 1 wide receiver prospects: Marvin Harrison Jr, Rome Odunze and Malik Nabers. Then they dive into the rest of the wide receiver class, Brock Bowers at tight end, and the running back class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 20241 hr 19 min
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