Season 7, Episode 17 kicks off with Dan Fox and Frank Knight ringing in the New Year with a special guest appearance from Tyler, plus the usual basement-studio banter and word-policing: it’s “Happy New Year,” not “Happy New Year’s,” and Frank is prepared to die on that hill. With Allen Action Jackson out for the night, the crew leans into a lighter opening, Raiders misery, owner jokes, and a quick check-in on the Colts’ season collapse, including how offensive line injuries can turn a contender into a cautionary tale.

From there, Frank unveils a mini trivia game that instantly becomes an on-air struggle for Dan, until Tyler and Brian (in the background) step in as lifelines. Highlights include the revelation that there are seven NFL officials on the field, old-school quarterback history featuring Terry Bradshaw, a “slow 40-yard dash” trick question that lands on Tom Brady, and the ultimate completions milestone: Brett Favre as the lone member of the 6,000-completion club. The group caps trivia with a bonus stumper: which current head coach rushed for more yards than Bo Jackson? (Jim Harbaugh—quarterback legs count too.)

Then the show turns serious with a full recap of Week 17, starting with the Christmas Day slate and rolling through the weekend’s games, playoff implications, and draft-position drama:

Key Week 17 takeaways:

• Cowboys over Washington (30–23), a win Dan will take, even if it doesn’t prove much.
• Vikings shock Lions (23–10), officially knocking Detroit out of playoff contention and forcing a full offseason reset.
• Broncos handle the broken Chiefs (20–13), but Dan remains skeptical that Bo Nix can carry them beyond the AFC Championship tier.
• Texans over Chargers (20–16), another defensive showcase that reinforces Houston as a legitimate January problem.
• Browns upset Steelers (13–6) in a game that exposed Pittsburgh’s offensive limitations—especially without DK Metcalf.
• Patriots crush Jets (42–10), as New England continues to look like a real contender.
• Saints beat Titans (34–26), with New Orleans’ quarterback trendline still pointing up.
• Jaguars stay hot at Colts (23–17), while Indy’s year continues to unravel.
• Dolphins upset Bucs (20–17), leading to a blunt discussion of Todd Bowles and Tampa’s lack of consistency.
• Seahawks take care of Panthers (27–10), with the group agreeing Seattle’s ceiling depends entirely on whether “Bad Sam Darnold” shows up at the wrong moment.
• Bengals torch Cardinals (37–14), followed by more pointed commentary on Joe Burrow’s public frustration and what responsibility looks like when you’re the face of the franchise.
• Giants destroy Raiders (34–10) in the “draft-position bowl,” flipping the spotlight to how teams behave when the No. 1 pick is on the line—and how ugly it can look in real time.
• Eagles edge Bills (13–12) in a messy, rain-soaked game that felt like a potential Super Bowl preview.
• 49ers survive Bears in a late shootout, with Chicago nearly stealing it on the final play.

As always, the episode balances serious football analysis with the crew’s trademark sarcasm, plus a running thread of frustration about teams that look like they’re “managing outcomes” late in the season, whether for seeding, health, or draft position.

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Merry Christmas from the basement studio. Season 7, Episode 16 kicks off with holiday energy, Frank’s cookies, Mariah Carey impressions, and a friendly argument over whether this is the Joe Montana episode (it is) or the Dwight Gooden episode (absolutely not). Dan and Frank are joined by Alan “Action” Jackson and sound man Rich, and the crew sets the tone with laughs, old-school sports references, and the kind of festive chaos only a Christmas edition can deliver.

The show opens with a quick run through MLB Hot Stove surprises, most notably the Pirates actually spending money, the Mets continuing their “clean house” approach by shipping Jeff McNeil to the A’s (with cash attached), and a Moneyball-style analogy about teams paying to get rid of contracts. The Mets’ bigger picture remains unsettled: Frank still isn’t over losing Alonso, but he’s holding judgment until the roster is fully built, especially given that pitching was the real issue last season. The crew also hits the Knicks debate (and the ongoing cheesesteak wager), before sliding into a quick fantasy football note as Alan celebrates making the Super Bowl with a team peaking at the right time.

Then it’s a full recap of NFL Week 16, starting with Saturday games and rolling right through Sunday:

• Eagles over Washington (29–18) to clinch the division.
• Bears over Packers (22–16 OT) in a controversial, windy game featuring injuries and a surprising “go-for-broke” overtime bomb.
• Saints over Jets (28–6) as New Orleans’ QB continues to look like a real starter.
• Bills over Browns (23–20) in a tighter-than-expected win.
• Titans over Chiefs (26–9) as Kansas City’s injury spiral continues.
• Chargers smashing Cowboys (34–17) with Dallas exposed by brutal run defense and wide-open play-action.
• Vikings edging Giants (16–13) as the crew questions the Giants’ ultra-run-heavy approach and whether draft positioning is quietly shaping decisions.
• Panthers over Bucs (23–20) as Carolina takes control of a shaky division.
• Bengals steamrolling Dolphins (45–21) with Burrow and company lighting up the scoreboard.
• Jaguars over Broncos (34–20) in a major upset, with Jacksonville looking increasingly legitimate.
• Texans slipping past Raiders (23–21) in a game Houston “won” but didn’t exactly dominate.
• Steelers over Lions (29–24) with Aaron Rodgers looking sharp—and the biggest controversy of the week: DK Metcalf’s sideline altercation with a fan, resulting in a two-game suspension and a heated debate about fan behavior, accountability, and where the league should draw the line.

The episode wraps with a strong message: most fans are respectful, but it only takes one person crossing the line to turn the entire spotlight ugly, especially when players are being baited into losing control.

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Season 7, Episode 15 opens with a winter-weather whiplash and a running joke about whether this is the Patrick Mahomes episode or the Thurman Munson episode, before Dan, Frank, Alan, and Rich settle into a packed sports menu.

The crew congratulates Frank’s Knicks for winning the NBA’s in-season tournament—then immediately debates why most fans still don’t care, even with proposals to move future tournament games into iconic college arenas to boost energy and attendance. From there, it’s Hot Stove League time: more Mets head-scratching as New York continues to reshape the roster and pulls in more Yankees bullpen pieces, while the Yankees field trade chatter around Jazz Chisholm. The group also highlights a notable three-team trade involving the Rays, Pirates, and Orioles, and shares genuine excitement for a stronger, star-studded World Baseball Classic lineup.

Then the show pivots to a detailed Week 15 NFL recap, including:

• Bills over Patriots (35–31) after a 21–0 hole, with Dan cashing a successful lone wolf on New England.
• Ravens shutting out the Bengals (24–0), sparking a blunt debate about Joe Burrow’s tone, injuries, roster spending, and accountability.
• Jaguars crushing the Jets (48–20) with Trevor Lawrence lighting it up.
• Chargers over Chiefs as Kansas City’s season collapses and Mahomes goes down, with Rich nailing another lone wolf.
• Texans rolling the Cardinals (40–20) and a discussion on whether Houston is a real threat or just smoke and mirrors.
• Bears dominating the Browns (31–3) as Chicago keeps surprising.
• Commanders over Giants (29–21) with Rich lone-wolfing Washington and a Giants-focused breakdown on how they’re handling Jackson Dart.
• Eagles blanking the Raiders (31–0), followed by a classic “it’s the Raiders” reality check.
• Seahawks edging the Colts (18–16) and the ongoing debate about whether Seattle’s formula is sustainable when “Bad Darnold” eventually shows up.
• Broncos beating the Packers (34–26) as Denver continues to look like the real deal.
• 49ers handling the Titans (37–24) and the NFC West shaping up as a playoff gauntlet.
• Saints slipping past the Panthers (20–17) and skepticism about the NFC South ceiling.
• Rams outgunning the Lions (41–34) with the crew split on whether Detroit is in trouble and whether the Rams are still the class of the NFC.
• Vikings over Cowboys (34–26) as Dallas moves the ball but can’t finish drives, and even reliable kicking goes sideways.

The episode closes with Fox Brothers Alarms, the quiet inbox, and the usual mix of sharp takes, running jokes, and “how did that game get away from them?” moments.

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In the “Pete Rose episode,” Dan Fox and Frank Knight open with baseball—and the conversation turns quickly into a full-on Mets identity check. With Pete Alonso gone, Nimmo traded for Marcus Semien, and Edwin Díaz landing with the Dodgers, Frank tries to keep the panic in check: it’s “wait-and-see” season in Queens. The guys debate whether this is a strategic reset or the start of a rebuild, whether committee platoons (including Jeff McNeil) can really work, and whether the Mets should push hard for Juan Soto now or wait for free agency—assuming Uncle Stevie’s wallet stays open.

Over in Philly, Dan reacts to the Phillies bringing back Kyle Schwarber on a five-year deal, weighing the short-term upside (power, leadership, clubhouse presence) against the long-term risk of paying for past performance. Alan checks in on the Yankees’ unusually quiet offseason, including the debate around keeping Cody Bellinger—a versatile glove with a left-handed swing made for the short porch.

Then it’s college football mayhem: Penn State’s coaching change, Ole Miss fallout, Lane Kiffin’s “big-leagues vs. king-of-the-program” decision, and the Michigan scandal that has everyone asking what the program does next. The crew also takes a hard shot at Notre Dame’s independence, arguing you can’t complain about playoff politics while refusing to join a conference.

Finally, the episode closes with Fox Brothers Alarms, the empty inbox (again), a Survivor Pool update that now includes a Week 18 tiebreaker plan, and a pivot into the Week 14 NFL recap—anchored by a quick historical nod to December 7th as “a day that will live in infamy.”

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Winter is hitting, parent-teacher conferences are looming, and Dan and Frank kick off the Dan Marino “Rocket Man” episode with a mix of nostalgia, sports-radio fuel, and a full Week 13 NFL rewind. Before the games, the guys hit the MLB Hot Stove ahead of the Winter Meetings—Schwarber’s rumored price tag, Philly’s possible pivot plan (Realmuto + Bader + Bellinger), what it means for Castellanos and the DH spot, and the Mets’ ripple effects if Alonso walks.

Then it’s college football reality: Early Signing Day, the Lane Kiffin-to-LSU drama, and a blunt take on modern “loyalty” in the NIL/portal era—where players chase life-changing money, schools chase wins, and coaches get replaced fast when expectations are out of sync with reality.

Week 13 NFL recap brings the turbulence:

• Thanksgiving slate: Green Bay knocks off Detroit, the Cowboys clip the Chiefs again, and Cincinnati shocks Baltimore.
• Black Friday: Chicago runs all over Philly and the “Boo Birds” come out.
• Sunday chaos: Niners handle Cleveland, Jags roll Tennessee, Houston steals one in Indy (Rich nails the lone-wolf), Jets trip Atlanta, Tampa survives Arizona, and Carolina stuns the Rams—proof that the moment you crown a contender, they find a way to faceplant.
• Afternoon hammer: Seattle blanks Minnesota 26–0, and Buffalo rebounds by drilling Pittsburgh.

The episode closes with more NFL coaching talk and a big-picture question: which teams are real contenders—and which ones are just wearing a costume.

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Post-Thanksgiving vibes in the bomb shelter! Dan and Frank swap holiday stories (Easton–P’burg memories and a new family baby on the way), then crank up the Hot Stove: the Mets’ infield shuffle (Simeon for Nimmo talk), what it could mean for Tucker/Bellinger/Realmuto targets, plus the Phillies’ quiet start.

College football hits Rivalry Week: Texas–A&M, conference title games on deck, and who’s really got a path in the new 12-team playoff.

Then a full NFL Week 12 whiparound:

• Chiefs 23, Colts 20 (OT): KC escapes to keep the playoff door cracked.
• Bears 31, Steelers 28: Chicago steals one; NFC North stays spicy.
• Patriots 26, Bengals 20: Drake May keeps stacking wins.
• Ravens 23, Jets 10; Seahawks 27, Titans 24; Packers 27, Vikings 13
• Lions 34, Giants 27: Jamir Gibbs goes video-game mode late.
• Jaguars 27, Cardinals 24; Browns 24, Raiders 10; Falcons 24, Saints 10
• Rams 34, Bucs 7: LA looks hotter by the week.
• 49ers 20, Panthers 9: Turnovers galore, CMC cleans it up.
• Cowboys 24, Eagles 21: Down 21–0, Dallas storms back—Pickens shines, Dak cooks.

Plus: pick standings, lone-wolf chaos, and the Survivor Pool down to three (could this be the week it ends?).

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Dan flies solo (with Rich on the dials) while Frank sits this one out. We kick off with why No. 11 belongs to Mark Messier and then jump into a spicy NBA segment: load management déjà vu, Draymond vs. courtside hecklers, and why fan-first vibes feel MIA. Quick touch on the NHL’s early days and college football’s playoff picture (SEC/Big Ten dominance, can the ACC sneak in?).

NFL dominates the back half: Shadur Sanders skepticism ahead of his first full start, then a full Week 11 rundown—Pats roll the Jets, Steelers hammer Cincy, Jags short-circuit the Chargers, Allen explodes in a Bills shootout, Bears stun the Vikes, Texans edge the Titans, Rams nip Seattle after four Darnold INTs, Niners cruise, Ravens handle Cleveland, Broncos dethrone the Chiefs, Eagles grind past Detroit on SNF, and Dallas wraps MNF in Vegas. Picks, lone-wolves, and plenty of Dan-ish gloating included.

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Dan’s back from Virginia and the guys fess up about last week’s no-show before diving into a lively World Series recap: Dodgers go back-to-back in a ratings-rich seven-gamer, unsung contributors step up, and Vlad Jr. shines for Toronto. Hot-stove whispers start flying. NBA/NHL are just out of the gate (Frank’s calling a Knicks Finals run… Dan’s got a cheesesteak bet ready).

Then it’s a brisk tour of NFL Week 10: Colts edge the Falcons in Germany, Jets clip the Browns, Texans outduel the Jags, Dolphins boat-race the Bills, Pats handle Tampa, Bears top the Giants (Daboll out), Ravens over Vikings, Saints over Panthers, Seahawks shred the Cards, Lions roll Washington, Rams thump the Niners, Chargers cruise past the Steelers, and the Eagles win a 10–7 grinder in Green Bay. Standings, lone-wolf records, and a little friendly gloating included.

Email bag: Daniel Hooks checks in with the MLS playoffs (Union vs. NYCFC in a one-off at Subaru Park), league calendar changing to a July–May slate starting 2027–28, and USMNT November friendlies (Paraguay and Uruguay). Plus his zinger: Which Giants hire would actually scare a Cowboys fan?

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