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Big Game Energy Sports

Big Game Energy Sports

By: Spencer Nolen and James West
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Big Game Energy is the sports podcast that hits harder than a safety over the middle and talks louder than a coach on a hot seat. Hosted by two dudes who love talking ball, we break down the biggest moments in sports with hot takes, wild debates, and just the right amount of chaos.

From fantasy football rants to game-day overreactions, viral moments, and random beefs no one asked for — Big Game Energy brings the laughs, the knowledge, and the banter you wish your group chat had.

⚡️ New episodes weekly
⚡️ Shorts, memes & watch-alongs
⚡️ No statsplaining, just vibes


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We dont just talk sports. We talk BALL.

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  • We Took a SAFETY #2 Overall… (2026 NFL Mock Draft)
    Mar 20 2026

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    e had the Jets take a SAFETY at #2… and it actually makes sense.

    Big Game Energy runs a full 2026 NFL Mock Draft (1st Round) post–free agency. We debate team needs, best player available, and make some picks that might make fanbases mad.

    From the Jets shaking things up with Caleb Downs, to the Chiefs planning for life after Travis Kelce… this one gets interesting fast.

    00:00 Post Free Agency Mock Draft
    00:13 #1 – Raiders: Fernando Mendoza (QB)
    00:40 #2 – Jets: Caleb Downs (S)
    01:50 #3 – Cardinals: Reuben Bain Jr. (EDGE)
    02:45 #4 – Titans: David Bailey (EDGE)
    03:27 #5 – Giants: Arvell Reese (LB)
    04:38 #6 – Browns: Makai Lemon (WR)
    07:33 #7 – Commanders: Jeremiyah Love (RB)
    07:59 #8 – Saints: Sonny Styles (LB)
    08:34 #9 – Chiefs: Mansoor Delane (CB)
    10:51 #10 – Bengals: Keldric Faulk (EDGE)
    11:49 #11 – Dolphins: Carnell Tate (WR)
    12:10 #12 – Cowboys: Francis Mauigoa (OT)
    13:19 #13 – Rams: Spencer Fano (OL)
    15:28 #14 – Ravens: Jordyn Tyson (WR)
    15:57 #15 – Buccaneers: Jermod McCoy (CB)
    16:58 #16 – Jets: Kenyon Sadiq (TE)
    17:49 #17 – Lions: Monroe Freeling (OL)
    18:10 #18 – Vikings: Dillon Thieneman (S)
    18:46 #19 – Panthers: Akheem Mesidor (EDGE)
    19:30 #20 – Cowboys: Avieon Terrell (CB)
    20:23 #21 – Steelers: Ty Simpson (QB)
    21:21 #22 – Chargers: Olaivavega Ioane (OG)
    21:42 #23 – Eagles: Kadyn Proctor (OT)
    22:44 #24 – Browns: Caleb Lomu (OT)
    23:20 #25 – Bears: Kayden McDonald (DL)
    23:45 #26 – Bills: CJ Allen (LB)
    24:12 #27 – 49ers: Blake Miller (OT)
    25:20 #28 – Texans: Caleb Banks (DL)
    26:50 #29 – Chiefs: KC Concepcion (WR)
    27:10 #30 – Dolphins: Peter Woods (DL)
    27:40 #31 – Patriots: Denzel Boston (WR)
    28:10 #32 – Seahawks: TJ Parker (EDGE)

    #NFLDraft #MockDraft #NFL #Football #BigGameEnergy

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    29 mins
  • March Madness First Round Predictions | Full Bracket Reaction & Upset Picks
    Mar 17 2026

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    MARCH MADNESS IS HERE! The bracket is officially set, and we’re reacting LIVE to every major matchup in the 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament.

    Spence and James break down the first round (Round of 64), analyzing matchups, spreads, coaching advantages, conference strength, and upset potential across every region.

    We lock in the heavy favorites like Duke, UConn, Florida, Houston, Arizona, Gonzaga, Alabama, Michigan, Virginia, and Iowa State—but the real story is the upset picks

    Upsets & Toss-Ups We Targeted:

    TCU vs Ohio State (split decision)

    Northern Iowa over St. John’s (Spence)

    South Florida over Louisville (both)

    UCF over UCLA (both)

    Clemson over Iowa (both)

    VCU over North Carolina (both)

    High Point over Wisconsin (James)

    Missouri over Miami (Spence)

    St. Louis over Georgia (both)

    Akron over Texas Tech (both)

    Santa Clara over Kentucky (both)

    We also highlight key weaknesses—like Iowa State’s free throw struggles—that could shake up your bracket.

    👇 Join the conversation:
    What’s your biggest upset in the first round? Who’s busting brackets this year?

    🏆 Join the Big Game Energy Bracket Challenge
    Win $200 + a feature on the show

    00:00 Duke vs Siena Opener
    00:53 Duke Dominance Breakdown
    03:00 Ohio State vs TCU Tossup
    04:29 St. John’s Upset Alert
    06:31 Kansas vs Cal Baptist
    08:05 South Florida Upset Pick
    09:12 Michigan State & Izzo Impact
    10:06 UCLA vs UCF Upset
    11:48 UConn Rolls On
    12:21 South Region Begins (Florida)
    13:51 Clemson vs Iowa (8 vs 9)
    14:51 Vanderbilt vs McNeese Drama
    16:41 Nebraska vs Troy Pick
    17:44 UNC vs VCU Upset
    18:23 Illinois Advances
    19:55 Saint Mary’s vs Texas A&M
    20:59 Houston Advances Easily
    21:36 15-Seed Upset History
    22:48 West Region Favorites
    23:40 Key 8/9 & 5/12 Picks
    25:43 Bracket Challenge Plug
    26:37 Arkansas, BYU, Gonzaga
    29:31 Miami, Missouri, Purdue
    31:58 Midwest Region Begins
    33:54 Akron Upset Case
    36:11 Tennessee & Virginia
    38:59 Kentucky Fade Pick
    40:32 Iowa State & Wrap

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    43 mins
  • These NFL Teams MASSIVELY Overpaid in Free Agency (2026 Worst Contracts)
    Mar 14 2026

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    NFL Free Agency always creates massive contracts… but sometimes teams massively overpay.

    In this episode of Big Game Energy, we break down the 3 worst contracts of the 2026 NFL Free Agency period and explain why these deals could age terribly.

    We discuss:

    The New England Patriots signing Elijah Vera-Tucker despite major injury concerns

    The Indianapolis Colts paying Alec Pierce like a WR1

    The New Orleans Saints giving Travis Etienne a huge running back contract

    Plus our honorable mentions, including Bradley Chubb and Tyler Linderbaum.

    Which NFL team made the biggest mistake in free agency?

    Drop your answer in the comments 👇

    If you enjoy NFL debates, hot takes, and fun sports conversations, make sure to subscribe to Big Game Energy for weekly episodes.

    00:00 Worst Deals in 2026 Free Agency
    00:30 Patriots Overpay Vera-Tucker
    01:41 Colts Big Bet on Alec Pierce
    03:41 Saints Sign Travis Etienne
    05:04 Honorable Mentions Rapid Fire


    #NFL #NFLFreeAgency #NFLNews #NFLHotTakes #FootballTalk #BigGameEnergy

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    8 mins
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