This week, Worm & Tone break down the biggest storylines heating up the gridiron:

NFL Highlights:

• Micah Parsons vs. Jerry Jones – Dallas’ elite linebacker is demanding either a record-breaking $200M contract or a trade. Is Jerry Jones really willing to risk losing the cornerstone of his defense?
• Buffalo’s Bad Break – The Bills are drowning in 28 injuries, with concerns around kicker Tyler Bass and TE Dalton Kincaid. Is this just preseason noise or a flashing red light?
• Philly Flying High – The Eagles’ offense is ranked as high as #2 in the league, powered by their stacked O-line, Saquon Barkley, and the Hurts-to-Brown/Smith connection. But depth questions still linger.
• Preseason Week 3 – The final tune-up week is here. We cover the best matchups, how to stream games like Giants vs. Patriots and Steelers vs. Panthers, and what to actually watch for.
• Fantasy Football Bold Takes – Could Bo Nix really finish as a top-five QB among rookies? And will a rookie tight end take over the TE1 spot again? We weigh in.
• Steelers Ground Game – Ten straight runs to open a preseason game? Pittsburgh is sending a message—they want to be a top-10 rushing team again.

College Football Highlights:

• SEC’s 9-Game Plan – The SEC is close to locking in a 9-game schedule with three fixed rivals. Big shakeups for rivalries, revenue, and CFP politics.
• Michigan’s Scandal Fallout – The Wolverines avoided a playoff ban but got hit with a historic fine, probation, scholarship cuts, and suspensions. Did the punishment fit the crime?
• Week 0 Kickoff – The first slate of games is in motion with Top-25 scores, betting lines, and RJ Young’s spicy “Ultimate 136 Rankings” stirring up debates.
• CFP Expansion Bombshell – The Big Ten is pushing for a 24 or even 28-team playoff. Innovation or the death of elite college football?

🎙️ Episode Summary – “Offseason Heat Check” | Run Ya Mouf Podcast

The fellas are back and the mics are hot! In this week’s episode, Run Ya Mouf breaks down the wildest offseason moves from the NBA to the NFL—and nothing is off-limits.

🟣 Segment 1: NBA Offseason Moves – Who Run It?

The league is shuffling and the stars are moving.

• Kevin Durant shocks the world in a 7-team blockbuster sending him to Houston, but he hasn’t committed long-term—smart move or rental risk?
• Boston hits the reset button after losing Tatum for the season—are they soft tanking or setting up for the future?
• The Bulls finally commit to youth with Buzelis, Giddey, and Coby White, but Giddey’s $30M demands might throw a wrench in the rebuild.
• New York reloads with Jordan Clarkson and Mike Brown at the helm—could Ben Simmons or Brogdon be next?
• Drama in the Bay: Kuminga wants the bag, but the Warriors are hesitant—has their championship window officially closed?
• The Sixers are playing it quiet—stacking young talent and waiting patiently on the Grimes deal.

🏈 Segment 2: NFL Gossip & Headlines – Mouf Full of Smoke

Hot takes and hotter headlines from the league.

• Aaron Rodgers signs with Pittsburgh and reunites with DK Metcalf. The Steelers go all-in, sending Minkah Fitzpatrick packing.
• Saints veterans like Carr, Mathieu, and Jimmy Graham retire as Kellen Moore takes over and the youth era begins.
• Major rule changes are coming: touchbacks now start at the 35, onside kicks allowed anytime if trailing, and OT gets a facelift.
• The NFL goes global with regular season games in Brazil, Ireland, and the UK.
• Plus, Marvin Harrison Jr. is bulking up, Joe Mixon’s foot is a concern, and the Bears’ training camp is… messy.

🔥 Segment 3: Mouf Off Debates – Let’s Get Loud

• Is KD still elite, or just chasing legacy on new teams?
• Should the Warriors give Kuminga $82M or let him walk?
• Is the WNBA finally getting its flowers—and how much credit does Caitlin Clark really deserve?
• Can Rodgers really revive the Steelers, or is it just smoke?
• Are the new NFL rules improving the game or just overcomplicating it?

📣 Outro & Engagement

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Saban’s Shadow: What the SEC Looks Like Without the GOAT

With Nick Saban out, the SEC’s power map is changing:

• Kirby Smart still has Georgia elite, but back-to-back playoff exits are cooling the dynasty noise.

• Lane Kiffin keeps it flashy at Ole Miss — more busy trolling Hugh Freeze than chasing rings.

• Steve Sarkisian’s Texas squad is loaded and picked to win the SEC. The Arch Manning era looms.

• Meanwhile, the Big Ten holds the crown with back-to-back titles for Michigan and Ohio State.

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☁️ Sooners: Smoke or Fire?

Oklahoma sneaks in at #25 in Sports Illustrated’s Top 25, but questions remain:

• New OC Ben Arbuckle and transfer QB John Mateer headline an offensive reset.

• Picked 10th in the SEC, Sooner Nation is holding its breath.

• The defense looks legit — but can the offense back the hype?

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💸 The Cowboys Ain’t Payin’ Nobody… Again

The star drama in Dallas continues:

• Micah Parsons is making noise about feeling unwanted.

• CeeDee Lamb warns Parsons not to fall for Jerry’s PR games.

• Dak’s restructure freed up $37M, and Dallas could be working with $100M in 2025 cap space.

• Truth is, Jerry ain’t cheap — he’s strategic. But the optics? Still ugly.

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💈 Barbershop Talk / Fan Takes

🧢 Top 5 Most Overhyped Players in Sports Right Now

1. Caleb Williams – Talented, but USC didn’t match the hype.

2. Bronny James – A great story, but still developing.

3. Jordan Love – Showed flashes, but still unproven.

4. Victor Wembanyama – Insane potential, still raw.

5. Jalen Hurts – MVP-level… but postseason regression has people talking.

🏀 All-Time 5-Man Lineups by Hometown

• Chicago: D-Rose, Isiah Thomas, D-Wade, AD, KG.

• LA: Paul George, Kawhi, Russ, Harden, Arenas.

• NYC: Marbury, Kenny Anderson, Kemba, Melo, Bernard King.