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Bando's Breakdowns

Bando's Breakdowns

By: Empty The Bench Network
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 Host Zain Bando gives you his unfiltered hot takes from the world of sports from his own unique perspective

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Episodes
  • Bill Belichick gets snubbed by The Big Ten

    Bill Belichick gets snubbed by The Big Ten
    Jan 30 2026
    In this episode, Zain dives headfirst into a massive week for both the gridiron and the Octagon, beginning with a comprehensive look at the newly released Big Ten Football schedule for every team in the conference. After breaking down the paths to Indianapolis, the focus shifts to the pros with a full-scale NFL Super Bowl preview followed by a heated look at the combat sports world. Zain reacts to Dana White’s latest bombshell claims regarding Conor McGregor’s return and provides a deep-dive preview for the massive UFC 325 rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes. The episode continues with the "One Thing I Saw" segment, where Zain explains why Paramount+ has some answering to do following a rocky UFC 324 broadcast experience. This week’s "Zain’s Zinger" pulls no punches while discussing Caitlin Clark’s new NBC role and the shocking report of Bill Belichick being snubbed from the Hall of Fame. Finally, the show wraps up with a Bando’s Breakdowns Exclusive interview featuring Bobby Rome III, the head coach of Chicago State, who discusses the monumental task of building a college football program from the ground up on the South Side.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Indiana goes to NFL conference championships after UFC 324

    Indiana goes to NFL conference championships after UFC 324
    Jan 23 2026
    On this episode of Bando's Breakdowns, Zain Bando reacts to Indiana’s national title win over Miami and previews the AFC and NFC Championship Games following the Bears-Rams clash. The show covers Dana White’s future and his generosity in Miami, a full preview of UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett, and a "Zain’s Zinger" on the Big Ten vs. SEC debate. Plus, an exclusive interview with Scott Ramsey, President and CEO of the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl.

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    46 mins
  • Bears send Lynn Jones VIP passes to Indiana vs Miami

    Bears send Lynn Jones VIP passes to Indiana vs Miami
    Jan 16 2026
    On Episode 73 of Bando’s Breakdowns, Zain Bando recaps his NFL Playoffs bracket from the Wildcard Weekend, Mike Tomlin out as Steelers head coach, Ariel Helwani's comments on Dana White being disinterested in the UFC, Lynn Jones/Jaguars interaction AND SO MUCH MORE!

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    34 mins
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