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Jacob Silberman
Jacob Silberman goes over everything relating to sports in the Southern states in 30 minutes or less. He focuses on sports news, game analysis and how the small market South is on the rise. Get ready because you don’t want to miss this Take. Instagram: @jakestakepodcast Personal Instagram: @jakesilb14 Twitter: @jakestakepodca3 Websites: https:/jakessouthsportstake.wordpress.com https://www.varietysportsnetwork.com
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We’ve got a trade before Basketball season, Ole Miss had a tough loss at home, the Falcons got a big win without scoring an offensive touchdown, we break down Auburn Oklahoma, and did Alabama Georgia provide another SEC classic.
A UNLV player is redshirting and sitting out the season, will a new Oklahoma qb provide some momentum, Tony Allen is getting his jersey retired, Derwin James is suspended, the Dolphins have another injury, Scott Cochran opens up about life after coaching, we preview Georgia Alabama
CJ Abrams got sent to the minors with 8 games left in the season, LSU lost their star defensive player, is there drama in Auburn, we break down the state of the NFC South, and can the Titans gain some momentum.
Tua is on IR for the next 4 games, the Falcons had a big comeback win but can they build on this offense, the PAC 12 is back kind of, Georgia schools are now allowed to pay their players, Quinn Ewers is hurt but can Texas survive any tests without him, what are the thoughts on Bryce being benched, we preview Oklahoma and Tennessee and we say goodbye to one of journalists best
Tua got another concussion but has no plans to retire, FSU is 0-3 in the season but can they turn it around, the Saints had another dominant win but how does their next test look, it’s time to break down Georgia’s recent road test, and did Alabama bounce back in a positive way in their road win.
Week 2 saw some big upsets, Are there some teams that need some more eyes, how can the Saints capitalize on their new offense, does Alabama have a Southern Florida problem, and is Dak worth his new contract.
John Emery suffered a season ending injury, Trent Williams and Brandon Aiyuk are back with the 9ers, is NC State Tennessee an underrated week 2 game, what’s happening with FSU, a former Bama player got paid, Florida is down their starting quarterback, the Jalen Carter saga continues
Week 1 is almost in the books, Should Brian Kelly be on the hot seat, does Vanderbilt deserve more recognition, Ricky Pearsall got shot but is fortunately okay, and is there any answer for Clemson’s struggles.
We have our first upset in the college football season, Roster cuts are coming are there any surprises we could see, an Alabama high school player lost his life in a football game, another receiver got paid and the Nationals are calling up another top prospect.
Bo Nix has been announced as the Broncos starter, What’s going on between Brian Flores and Tua, Week 0 begins this Saturday so get your popcorn ready, Alabama rewarded their GM with a new deal and what does the Jahan Dotson trade for the Eagles mean
JJ McCarthy is out for his rookie year, Matthew Judon is now a Falcon, Hassan Reddick wants a trade, Could pitchers be pitching six innings at games and the Braves suffer another injury
The Olympics are in the books with the US tied for most gold medals, did Jordan Chiles deserve all the back and forth with the medal, What can we learn from Rodney Hill and his agent story, Which rookie quarterback performed the best in the first preseason game , and what are the thoughts regarding the new AP Poll.
Jim Harbaugh got a 4 year show clause, Lauri Markkanen got his pay day, Colorado is getting roasted for practice footage that looks fake, Alabama had an ice cream truck at practice and the US basketball team survives a scare.
It’s time for an Olympics update, the new kickoff rules were released but reviews are mixed, Kentucky is on probation for paying players pre NIL, Mel Tucker is suing Michigan State, and what team can challenge the US basketball team.
The Olympics have begun but which countries are on a tear, Tua and Jordan Love got their payday, Georgia had another arrest, Amazon is the new channel for NBA games but was it right, and what trades are expected at the deadline
Brandon Ayiuk wants a trade, Georgia and their speeding problems have returned, Kalen Deboer’s first SEC Media Days are in the books, Alabama is naming their field after Nick Saban and Hugh Freeze is calling plays again
The NBA In Season Tournament teams have been determined, Jamal Adams is coming to Nashville, the Pelicans are experimenting with depth, Alabama landed 2 5 star recruits in one weekend, and Nick Saban is on the other side of SEC media days.
Arch Manning is in the new NCAA game, Kawhi is out from Team USA, there are questions about the Falcons defense, a former Panthers exec faces domestic violence charges and the USMNT is looking for a new coach.
MLB All Stars have been selected but were there some snubs, Demar Derozen is off to Sacramento but what can Chicago do now, Miles Bridges is back with the Hornets but should he still be receiving opportunities in the NBA, Who are some good remaining options for centers for the Pelicans, and what does Dan Hurley’s extension mean for basketball
The Knicks pulled off a big trade, NBA free agency is off and running, The Pelicans made a huge trade with the Atlanta Hawks, JB Bickerstaff is going to the Pistons, and how did our small market teams do in the draft.
The Celtics are the champions of the NBA, JJ Reddick is the new coach of the Lakers, Monty Williams is out as coach of the Pistons, Kenny Atkinson isa coach again and is Alex Caruso the answer for an OKC championship?
The Birmingham Stallions secured the 3 peat, Dallas forced a game 5, the Pelicans are losing a long time assistant but should Pels fans panic, Bryce Young has developed into a leader but can it translate to wins and is the secret to the Mets winning Grimace?
The Birmingham Stallions are seeking a three peat, What does Darren Waller’s retirement mean for the Giants, What’s the latest with Dan Hurley and the Lakers, Game 3 comes to Dallas but can the mavericks steal a game and Army Navy is conflicting with bowl season
The Finals start tonight, a huge coaching candidate for the Lakers has emerged, we have a MLB player who was banned for gambling, Nick Saban got nominated for the college football hall of fame and we recap another payday in the NFL.
The NBA Finals are set, Can the new running back duo for the Titans be top 5 in the NFL, Birmingham Southern’s Cinderella story has come to an end, Atlanta United has dismissed their head coach and Justin Jefferson got a huge payday.
NBA on TNT is sadly coming to an end, Ty Lue got a big extension, Jarin Stevenson and Mark Sears are returning to Alabama what does this mean for college basketball, and the Washington Wizards found their next coach.
JB Bickerstaff has been fired from the Cavs, Trajan Langdon is going to Detroit , Ronald Acuña is done for the year, Conference finals are win or go home and we remember Bill Walton
Conference Titles are set, EA Sports College Football 25 has a release date, Can Mike Budenholzer save the Suns, is James Borrego the best option for the Lakers and what is going on with Kansas Chiefs.
The Nuggets are down 2-0 can they get out of the hole, Can Klint Kubiack improve the Saints offense, another Kentucky player is following Coach Cal to Arkansas, the Panthers and Titans are making moves but can it help them improve, Travis Kelce is joining a TV show, a former MLB player is going to Arkansas to play football, Tom Brady got his own roast and the Charlotte Hornets found their new coach again.
Darvin Ham is out as the Lakers coach, The Cavaliers are moving on but can they compete with the Celtics, Why is the Kentucky Derby so important for a small market perspective, Alabama is back at it again with landing a top transfer and what does Kirby’s extension mean for the rest of college football.
The draft is in the books and who got better, Alabama landed another top player in the 2024 class, Did The Falcons really draft another quarterback, Our only small market team is struggling in the playoffs and how did the SEC look in the draft?
Devonta Smith got his payday, the Atlanta Hawks season has come to an end, Zion Williamson hurt his hamstring but can the Pels win one more playin game without him, are we going to see more portal drama with the new opening and we break down the latest Falcons Belichick story.
Kentucky introduced their new head coach, Alabama had their first A Day without Nick Saban, Connecticut repeated as champs and do they have the new blue print for college basketball, 2 of our small market teams are in the play in and we break down their season and with the draft next week what surprises can we expect.
South Carolina is the champ for women’s basketball, John Calipari is going to Arkansas, Ole Miss is making some good coaching moves, is anyone surprised that the championship is UConn and Purdue and can the Braves overcome some early injuries
Steve Clifford is stepping down as the Hornets coach, Stefon Diggs got traded to the Texans, Could Arkansas lose Eric Musselman, Alabama faces powerhouse UConn and can they pull off the upset and Louisiana joins a list of states to ban prop bets on college players.
The Final 4 is set, the UFL had their first games after the merger, What is going on with Rashee Rice, Joel Embiid is eyeing a return and how does this benefit the 6ers and we remember Vontae Davis
Atlanta put in a request for an NHL expansion team, John Calipari is staying at Kentucky but why are fans mad, Could Trevor Etienne be suspended for the DUI, who needs to step up in the Alabama UNC Game, and with one a few weeks left in the season we take a look at the conference standings and what can change.
We’re onto the sweet 16 with some upsets, Mike Shula is coming back to the SEC as an analyst, Kadyn Proctor is coming back to Alabama, Trevor Etienne got arrested after being at Georgia for a few months and can Alabama’s defense show up against North Carolina?
Kirk Cousins is a Falcon, Calvin Ridley is a Titan, March Madness is set, Justin Fields is going to the Steelers and who steps up for the Hawks with Saddiq Bey out.
We’ve got 2 trades before free agency, Arkansas State punched their ticket to the tournament, the SEC tournament is set but is there a clear favorite, Russell Wilson is going to Pittsburgh and several players got ejected between LSU And South Carolina.
The Bills and Seahawks are making some surprising moves, the Atlanta Hawks had a big win against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Details of Greg Byrne hiring Deboer have been published, the New Orleans Pelicans are finally getting exposure on SportsCenter, and how will things look for the Timberwolves without KAT.
Lebron scored 40,000 points in his career, the Broncos are releasing Russell Wilson, We remember Chris Mortenson, is anyone going to draft Caleb Williams if he keeps running his mouth and things will look different in Philadelphia without Jason Kelce
Caitlin Clark became the all time leading scorer in NCAA women’s basketball, There was a shooting at the Chiefs parade and Taylor Swift is helping , Does All Star weekend need to be fixed, Georgia needs a new wide receiver coach and the Brooklyn Nets are looking for a new coach.
The Super Bowl and the football season is in the books, Alabama lost their new OC after he introduced himself as the OC, Should there be a discussion about Kyle Shanahan blowing another lead, Bill OBRien is the new coach for Boston College and it looks like Chip Kelly is the new OC at OSU and could the Pelicans lose their GM?
It’s Super Bowl weekend but what should we expect in this game, Dave Canales is planning to keep the defensive staff and how will this benefit the Panthers, South Carolina basketball is putting together quite the resume and have some games left to showcase their strength, Nick Saban is joining College Gameday, and what were the biggest trades during the trade deadline.
Arthur Smith is back in the NFL, Caleb Downs made some surprising comments about commitment, Tennessee is back under investigation, Dan Quinn is now the coach of the Commanders, and the Seahawks finally hired a coach.
Michigan has a new coach, the Super Bowl is officially set, coaches are filling their staffs but what is Seattle doing with theirs, and is Raheem Morris the right fit for the Atlanta Falcons.
Doc Rivers is the new head coach of the Bucks, Kalen Deboer got one of the top wide receivers in the class, the Wizards fired their head coach, Jim Harbaugh is going back to the NFL, multiple NFL defensive coordinators were fired, the Eagles cleaned house, the Titans are making some more moves, and the Panthers finally have a new coach but will it work out.
The NFC and the AFC Championship games are set, the Saints finally got rid of Pete Carmichael, Belichick and Harbaugh are interviewing for the Falcons, Jason Kelce had the time of his life at the Chiefs game, and is it make or break for Ryan Day at Ohio State.
While Jacob is in Italy join Christy as she breaks down new head coaches, the transfer portal, Nate Oats accidental shove, the NFL playoffs, and the NFL draft
The Pro Bowl rosters have been announced , Florida State showed why they don’t belong in the playoffs, Alabama struggled in the Rose Bowl but can they build of it for next year, and which NFC South team will make the playoffs.
The Panthers got their second win of the season, could the NFC South have 2 teams in the playoffs, Brandon Staley got fired but who else is on the hot seat, did one player get too big a suspension, and is Florida State going anywhere with their comments on the portal and the playoffs.
There’s a new Heisman trophy winner in town, the NFC South has a 3 way tie for first place, Josh Dobbs got benched, Bailey Zappe looked good while DK Metcalf got fined, and is it time to worry about the Lions, Chiefs and Eagles.
We’ve got a coach on the move, more players in the portal, baseball trades in December and a former employee committing fraud.
Alabama is back as the champion of the SEC, the college football playoffs are set but we’ve got some fans who feel cheated, the transfer portal is open and already beaming with talent, who is the new favorite for the Super Bowl, and did FSU deserve to be in the playoffs
David Tepper still supports his quarterback, Lamelo Ball is injured and set to miss some time, Von Miller and Ryan Shazier are in some hot water, Bobby Petrino is back at Arkansas, Aaron Rodgers is practicing again, KJ Jefferson is entering the transfer portal, and are we ready for Alabama vs Georgia again?
Frank Reich became the second NFL coach fired this season, the SEC has new coaches, the Steelers look like a better team without Matt Canada, the CFP rankings have so many scenarios for who can make it, and Alabama finally was on the right side of a miracle in Jordan Hare
2 SEC coaches got fired so who else is on the hot seat, Missouri embarrassed Tennessee, the NFC South runs through New Orleans but could it be anyone’s game, the Rams signed Carson Wentz as insurance, and Alabama is going back to the SEC Championship
Quinn Ewers is returning to the starting lineup, Basketball is back in Alabama, can Ole Miss pull an upset, there’s still more controversy around Michael Oher and the Tuohy family, will the 49ers defense become better with Steve Wilkes going to the field, is Bill Belichick coaching for his job and when should we start worrying about 2 of our small market basketball teams.
Arkansas has their first SEC win, Josh Dobbs cameback against the Falcons after being on the team for 5 days, we have another quarterback out for the season with an injury, CJ Stroud had the game of the season against the Buccaneers and Alabama’s revenge tour continues.
The first CFB rankings are out, Dabo Sweeney had some choice words for a caller, the Pelicans overcame a 22 point deficit to win on the road, the Raiders fired another coach, the trade deadline wasn’t the most exciting, Atlanta has another quarterback starting, Will Levis is set to start against the Steelers and what does Alabama need to do to get revenge on LSU.
The Carolina Panthers finally won a game, the Memphis Grizzlies are off to an 0-3 start, the Titans new quarterback played an amazing game but we should pump the brakes a little, Oklahoma’s undefeated season comes to an end with an upset to Kansas, and did the Hornets and Hawks actually play for a trophy in their first game?
In her first episode hosted, Christy breaks down Michigan sign stealing, Bijan’s sudden disappearance and the NFL refereeing being useless
Quinn Ewers had another shoulder injury how will Texas do without him, Arkansas fired their offensive coordinator, Jalen and Tua made Alabama fans proud on their Sunday Night Performance, The Falcons are in first place but need to hold onto the ball, and Alabama got their sweet revenge on Tennessee.
Flag football is an Olympic sport now, Caleb Williams seems to be asking for way too much, SEC basketball is on the way back but is last year’s champ ranked too low, Roger Goodell got an extension, Derrick Henry is on the trade block, Julio Jones is back on an NFL team, the 3rd Saturday of October is here, the Titans are set to start a rookie or a second year player at QB and can Alabama get revenge on Tennessee after breaking the 15 year win streak.
There are no more undefeated teams in the NFL, Brock Bowers is having surgery on his ankle and what does this mean for Georgia, Damien Harris had a scary injury, can Alabama play a full consistent game, and will a new play caller get the Panthers a win?
Kai Jones got released and Miles Bridges got arrested again, the Atlanta Falcons are trying to get Desmond Ridder more weapons, will LSU Auburn be a cakewalk, how did Tua pave the way for Bryce Young, Mark Stoops called out Kentucky fans for being cheap, can Jimbo and Texas A&M get that one big win against Tennessee, which team will trade for Jerry Jeudy, and the Pelicans travel to Birmingham for preseason to get the South on board with basketball.
Oklahoma and Texas gave us a renewed rivalry, the Falcons are scoring game winners now, Kentucky and Missouri might have been overhyped, Alabama squeaked out a win by throwing the ball, and are the Dallas Cowboys back to irrelevancy?
The Boston Celtics landed Jrue Holiday but are they the best team in the East, Ja Morant can travel and practice but can’t play with the team, Georgia escaped an upset but can Kentucky steal a win, Jameson Williams and Jonathan Taylor are back, and should the Panthers trade for a wide receiver
Georgia looks vulnerable, the Titans seem to be trending upwards, Chandler Jones got released after some up and down stuff, Alabama’s defense looks to be back and Ole Miss and LSU gave us a great shootout
The Utah Jazz are honoring their New Orleans roots, Damian Lillard got traded but not to who we expected, the USFL and XFL has officially merged, can Georgia avoid a slow start against Auburn, could 2 of our southern teams bench their quarterbacks, Swifties are now taking over the NFL, how big of an impact will Alvin Kamara have back with the Saints, what is going on with Chandler Jones, and did anyone expect Kentucky and Missouri to be two of the best SEC Teams.
Texas A&M and Auburn had the battle of the mid, all our Southern NFL teams lost but it’s still early, Alabama looks like their old self, the Miami Dolphins dropped 70 points against the Broncos, and how will the Saints do without Derek Carr for the next few weeks?
The USFL and XFL might merge, Another Saints player got suspended, players are getting death threats, the SEC suspended players for the Tennessee Florida brawl, Mel Tucker is officially fired, Lane Kiffin thinks Alabama has a new defensive coordinator, injuries are piling up in the NFL, the Broncos are still bad at clock management, and what does Bryce’s Injury mean for the Panthers?
Tennessee lost in the Swamp and looks mortal, South Alabama had a major upset, the Falcons are 2-0 by a comeback win, Did Cole Strange get a first down in the loss to the Dolphins, and can Alabama decide on a quarterback for the upcoming game against Ole Miss?
Aaron Rodgers is out with a torn achilles, Can the Saints get their minds right and steal a win against the Panthers, Derek Carr almost walked away from football, Can Tennessee win in the swamp, the Bengals released La’el Collins, the NCAA got death threats about the Tez Walker situation, South Carolina is trying to talk against Georgia, Chris Jones is back but what about Travis Kelce, and the NFLPA is calling for grass in all stadiums.
Alabama lost in Week 2 but we shouldn’t really freak out, Texas A&M once again lost in week 2, Mel Tucker has been suspended due to a sexual harassment case, how did our Southern NFL teams do in week 1, and what is going on with quarterbacks who just got paid?
Clemson got upset by Duke, Week 1 of the NFL is beginning so what should we expect from our southern teams, Trey Murphy got hurt what does it mean for the Pelicans, Nick Bosa got paid but we’ve got some other holdouts on the defense, Jake Haener got suspended as a rookie, Caleb Williams’ dad thinks he should stay in school, Alabama is acting petty towards Texas, how will the Chiefs handle Travis Kelce’s injury, and everyone is coming to Tuscaloosa for the Alabama Texas game.
Clemson got upset by Duke, Week 1 of the NFL is beginning so what should we expect from our southern teams, Trey Murphy got hurt what does it mean for the Pelicans, Nick Bosa got paid but we’ve got some other holdouts on the defense, Jake Haener got suspended as a rookie, Caleb Williams’ dad thinks he should stay in school, Alabama is acting petty towards Texas, how will the Chiefs handle Travis Kelce’s injury, and everyone is coming to Tuscaloosa for the Alabama Texas game.
SEC Football is fully back, the PAC 12 is the only undefeated conference, Colorado had a big upset with an entirely new team, Georgia had yet another arrest, and can we get an idea of who will make the playoffs after week 1?
SEC Football is fully back, the PAC 12 is the only undefeated conference, Colorado had a big upset with an entirely new team, Georgia had yet another arrest, and can we get an idea of who will make the playoffs after week 1?
College Football Week 1 starts off with a bang, South Alabama is messing with Tulane when it comes to Mardi Gras, The Panthers are restarting with a new culture, Josh Jacobs isn’t holding out anymore, The Colts wanted Jaylen Waddle for Jonathan Taylor, Alabama’s linemen are huge so will they run the ball, the Patriots only have one quarterback on their active roster, and how will our SEC teams do in Week 1
Week 0 is in the books and which teams are going to be the most discussed, Trey Lance got traded to a team that already has a quarterback, Nick Saban didn’t release a depth chart, CJ Stroud is the starter for the Texans, and will SMU, Stanford, and Cal help the ACC?
Week 0 begins so what should we expect, a lot of quarterbacks are being named the starter but will Alabama follow, Trey Lance is looking at being the number 3 quarterback, 6 teams are interested in Jonathan Taylor, Ryan Clark and Tua have some beef, more Broncos receivers are getting hurt, Maason Smith got suspended but is the reasoning right, Corey Davis surprised us with a retirement and we look back at Stephen Strausburg’s career after he announced his retirement.
Georgia has a new quarterback, should preseason football have less games, where do our Southern divisions rank individually and as divisions, with the emergence of the Braves and Nationals this season we revisit baseball in the South, and how will Michigan do with Jim Harbaugh suspended?
The AP Poll is out, Jim Harbaugh is no longer suspended, Pre season football is here, there is some news regarding Michael Oher, and would you take a class taught by Peyton Manning?
An announcer got suspended but is the reasoning valid, Henry Ruggs was sentenced to the next 3-10 years in prison, the most valuable teams in football has been released but where is our small market teams, Auburn can roll toilet paper, UGA fired a staffer involved in the crash, Kareem Hunt is still a free agent, Alabama had 13 players on the top 100 NFL Players, the NCAA denied waivers for players who want to play near family, and could any conferences fall apart like Pac 12?
The PAC 12 is now the PAC 4, Alvin Kamara has been suspended, we’ve got a fight that broke the internet, Anthony Davis got a big payday but does he deserve it, the first coaches poll is out and how we’ll represented are our southern teams and did George Pickens really put Michael Crabtree in his top 5 for wide receivers?
Jonathan Taylor wants a trade, a receiver says that Hugh Freeze is better at developing receivers than Nick Saban, Iowa State has some gambling going on, The PAC 12 might be falling apart, Alvin Kamara is meeting with Roger Goodell, Bryce Young drove for DoorDash, there’s more coaching drama, and what will MJ’s legacy as an owner look like?
Jaylen Brown got paid, Bronny James suffered cardiac arrest, Calvin Ridley is turning heads at training camp, there are reports of PJ Fleck building a toxic culture, Jim Harbaugh might be suspended, A lot of stars are getting paid, an Alabama star is clear for training camp, Sean Payton and Robert Saleh have drama, and what does it mean that the Saints are bringing in Jimmy Graham.
The Running Backs are now doing zoom calls? The Commanders have a new owner, The Charlotte Hornets are starting a new culture with their owners, we build a team with Georgia born players, and are there too many uniform choices?
It’s SEC Media Days which means the media is looking for stories, Running backs are being treated as gum on a shoe, are there going to be any more NBA free agent signings, Lane Kiffin says college football is a disaster, teams are bringing in more alternate jerseys, Dak Prescott says he won’t throw 10 interceptions, and Birmingham says Good Luck to a legend.
Tennessee has to forfeit their wins from 2019-2020, Deandre Hopkins is coming to play in the South, which college had the best wide receiver core in 2019, what’s next for the NFC East if both top running backs don’t get a deal, and can we build a defense with players from Arkansas?
We finally cover NBA free agency, what’s next for Northwestern, Ja is claiming self defense, Georgia is getting sued, Alvin Kamara pleads guilty and why is everyone bashing Zion still?
The Braves are the first team to 60 wins in the MLB, another Georgia player got arrested, Pat Fitzgerald is fired for hazing, what’s the story behind Brittney Spears and Wemby, and we build a football team with players from Clemson!
People are saying that Brian Kelly can win a championship this year, Birmingham is a city of back to back champions, the Atlanta Braves are sending 8 players to the All Star game, we build an offense with a random letter, and what should the Titans do with Hassan Haskins?
It’s been a week since the NBA draft and how did our southern teams fare, Free agency is beginning and which team is going to make a splash, Should South Carolina get a professional team? More NFL players are getting suspended for gambling, Tua is doing jiu jitsu to help with injuries, we remember Ryan Mallett, and should Miles Bridges get another chance in the NBA
Birmingham is going back to the championship, LSU has to vacate 3 years of wins, we have baseball scores looking like football scores, Tyreek Hill is under investigation for assault, and what is going on in regards to basketball in the South?
We’ve got a trade before the NBA draft, Alabama basketball keeps reloading, Memphis Basketball has struggles at the college level, and what should we expect for our small market teams in the NBA draft
The Ja Morant suspension has been announced but is it long enough, Bradley Beal is headed to the Suns but the Suns now have a depth issue, if you could put a new expansion team where would it go, can changing positions in the NFL be beneficial, and how did Lane Kiffin convince a 17 year old to reclassify for an earlier signing?
The NBA Season is over but the off-season drama has just begun, Alabama basketball got the top rated transfer, the Pelicans are interested in trading for the second pick but is it a good thing, the new schedules are out for the 2024 season, Georgia once again has trouble with car violations and crimes, and is Alabama baseball going to be better with their new coach?
Bryce Young is the new quarterback for the Panthers, Would DHop to the Titans actually work , the Birmingham Stallions are going back to the playoffs but should Birmingham get more attention, what’s the best spot for Dalvin Cook, and will Tyler Herro’s return help out the Miami Heat.
2 small market stars are representing US at the Fiba world cup, Ja Morant is trying to say different info about the gun, the Pelicans have a new associate head coach but can it fix the offense, Tony Mitchell is getting a second chance after his arrest, Josh Allen is the new cover athlete for Madden, and how will Messi’s move to Miami impact soccer in the South?
If you were a GM what would you focus on with your team, Is the new schedule change for the SEC a good thing, we go back to our roots with a focus on small markets growing, should Alabama baseball get more exposure, and with it being the offseason we rank our top 5 quarterbacks.
The Finals are set but how does ESPN feel about the matchup, Alabama basketball has some familiar faces returning, LSU decided to introduce helmets with AC installed in them, Deandre Hopkins says he would like to go back to Houston, the CHEEZE It’s Bowl has a new name and what can our small market teams do to be more attractive?
We’ve got some Southern schools hosting NCAA regionals, The Heat and Celtics had one of the craziest endings leading to a Game 7, DeAndre Hopkins was surprisingly cut, Alabama softball is heading to the softball World Series, and why are there so many good free agents left?
Birmingham Legion had a big upset, The Lakers got swept and Lebron is thinking about retiring, Georgia had another player arrested, How Big was the Celtics win in Game 4, and and what is going on with Ja Morant after his suspension?
We remember Jim Brown, the Saints are supporting rookie Brian Breesee in honoring his sister, the ACC schools want more money, Are the Lakers and Celtics done for, and which MLB team has the best home run celebration?
Ja Morant is in trouble again, Jalen Hurts got his masters from Oklahoma but is he still an Alabama legend, Matt Ryan is set to become an analyst, the NBA lottery is approaching and is it true or false about Stetson Bennett graduating.
Henry Ruggs has pleaded guilty, Foster Moreau is coming home, a notable defender was left off the NBA all defensive team, the NFL schedules are coming and can Georgia football catch a break?
Cam Newton has some wild accusations, the Panthers have announced their starting quarterback but it’s not their first overall pick, Alabama receivers are ranking their top receivers, Auburn has a new quarterback but will he start and who is going to be QB1 at the schools replacing their quarterbacks.
Dillon Brooks is out of Memphis, Jackson Mahomes can’t stay out of the news, Alabama baseball is a mess, Lamar has signed a deal to make him the highest paid quarterback in the NFL, and the USFL might be trying to steal the Stallions from Birmingham
The NFL Draft is over and our southern college teams were well represented, which of our small market teams had the best draft and the most head scratching picks, our Southern teams have been eliminated from the NBA playoffs but is it all Ja’s fault and why is Howie Roseman of the Philadelphia Eagles obsessed with Georgia Bulldogs
Atlanta Hawks forced a game 6 with a game winner, the NFL draft is coming, Aaron Rodgers got traded finally, the playoffs are all over the place, Alabama got a transfer quarterback, and can the Grizzlies keep playing with intensity?
The Oakland Athletics are moving, Does Memphis do better without Ja, what does JMar Smith’s Injury mean for the Stallions, Tua thought about retirement, and do our Southern teams deserve more love?
Game 1 for NBA playoffs are in the books, the USFL has started back up, Jalen Hurts got a well deserved pay day, the Washington Commanders have a new owner, and with the draft upcoming do we really know who’s going to be the first pick.
The Playins have not disappointed, the Chicago Bulls won with an impressive 4th quarter and some screaming, is the media trying to turn Zion against the Pelicans, which teams should you root for, and we recognize there efforts of Mike Brown with the Kings.
The Playins and playoffs are set for the NBA post season, Odell Beckham Jr has a new home, we’ve got drama in the NBA, will we get any answers from spring football games for our SEC Teams, and with the draft close which of our southern teams need to have stellar Draft classes?
UConn is a national champion again, Darius Miles has pleaded not guilty to his murder charge, John Elway is no longer with the Broncos, Did the First Lady of the United States really invite both Iowa and LSU to the White House? Cam Newton has a list of quarterbacks he wants to back up, Does Bill Belichick really want to trade Mac Jones, the Arizona Cardinals were accused of cheating by a former employee, and The New Orleans Pelicans pulled off a big win from an unlikely hero.
It’s the 100th episode of Jake’s Take so we’re going to do something a little different, We celebrate LSU for winning the women’s national championship, Our Southern teams are gearing up for the playoffs and play in, we try to guess the coaches in the picture like the Kelce brothers, which NFL coaches do we think would be the best person to go to concerts with, Alabama basketball is loving players to the draft, and we discuss which college town we would want to spend a week in?
Magic Johnson has submitted a bid for the Commanders, the NFL is looking at multiple TNF games, players can wear number 0 in the NFL, the Falcons announced their starting quarterback, There’s a shakeup with Alabama’s basketball roster, The Sacramento Kings are going to the playoffs, and is it smart for teams to rest their stars if they are in the playoffs?
The Final 4 is set but the teams are unusual, Lane Kiffin received backlash for not taking the Auburn job, Both Charlotte teams are making some positive news, is there a clear cut choice for the first pick, Tom Brady bought some of the Las Vegas Aces, and things aren’t looking good for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.
Michael Jordan is planning on selling the Hornets, Alabama basketball is losing coaches, Cam Newton thinks he should be back in the NFL, Adam Thielen thinks that the Panthers can win the Super Bowl, Ja Morant is back from his suspension but did he learn anything, Alabama freshman Tony Mitchell was arrested and suspended from the team, what should we expect for the Sweet 16, and we revisit Ja Morant’s comments with only 2 weeks of the regular season left.
Jonah Williams has requested a trade, Adam Thielen has signed with the Panthers, 3 SEC Teams are on to the sweet 16, how should we grade free agency in the South so far, Alabama A Day is approaching and March Madness is March sadness for some fans.
Ja Morant got suspended but the timing seems soft, NFL Free Agency is all over the place, March Madness is here and takes over priority, Ezekiel Elliot got released but will someone claim him, Can these moves make our Southern teams contenders, Aaron Rodgers is now a Jet, and can the Saints make a run to the playoffs or will I be sad again,
Carolina Panthers now have the first pick but what did it cost, Johnnu Smith is now a Falcon, Alabama is the SEC tournament champions, NFL free agency is off to a wild start, Ole Miss hired Chris Beard after the controversy, and our small market cities in the South are getting a chance to host games in the NCAA tournament!
Lamar Jackson got franchise tagged, Danny Dimes is now Daniel Dollars, The Buccaneers keep releasing players, are quarterbacks going to keep getting big deals, Selection Sunday for March Madness is approaching, the Colorado police are investigating Ja Morant, are SEC quarterbacks getting more hype than Bryce Young and why, and which team is a sleeper in the SEC tournament?
Jackson Mahomes did some cringe stuff again, the NFL combine is in the books, Nick Saban is mad about the proposed schedule for the SEC, Rara Thomas got his charges dropped, the Grizzlies are imploding, and how do I feel about Derek Carr to the Saints?
Lamelo Ball is out with a fractured ankle, Tennessee lost their best basketball player to a torn ACL, Alabama has a new linebackers coach and bringing back a familiar face, Should GMs really be nervous about Bryce Young’s height? Georgia just can’t stay out of the news, Alabama basketball is SEC Champs, and can the Grizzlies grow up?
Quin Snyder has agreed to become the new coach of the Atlanta Hawks, the Chicago Bears at looking to trade the fast overall pick, the NFL combine starts and what should we expect, Charlotte is on a 4 game win streak, SEC basketball looks a little interesting as we approach March and what should we expect for March Madness?
Nate McMillan is out as head coach of the Hawks, Willie Taggert is going to the NFL, Alabama lost a new defensive coach, Georgia is in the news again, how will this second half of the NBA season look for our small market teams, Brandon Miller was involved in the Darius Miles situation and how will the Titans respond after the release of Taylor Lewan?
It’s time for Fat Tuesday, The XFL has begun but can it fill the void of the NFL, was the All Star game as good as expected, what’s this talk about the Colts trading up for Bryce, Joe Mazulla is now the new head coach for the Celtics, where did Mardi Gras begin and is there anything scarier than Alabama basketball after a loss?
Todd Monken is back in the NFL and has been replaced with Mike Bobo, Alabama basketball is no longer undefeated in SEC play how will this effect them, Charlotte is rolling with wins, how necessary is the All Star Break for and how well this new version of the XFL work out?
It’s a show dedicated to the Super Bowl and NFL news, how does this Super Bowl rank in recent years? Alabama fans are still proud of Jalen, did one play call ruin the rest of the game and what should we expect for the Eagles for next year?
The Big Game is coming up, Kyrie Irving tried to break the NBA with a trade and KD said hold my beer, Derek Carr is visiting the Saints, how do all these trades affect the small market Southern teams and is Roger Goodell out here really thinking that officiating is at a high level?
Alabama finally has their coordinator hires, Kyrie Irving got traded and it broke NBA basketball, What is happening with all these Memphis Grizzlies stories, should the Pro Bowl format be changed and which coordinator in the small market South will make the biggest impact?
The Coaching Carousel continues for the NFL, The Pels had a rough January but are showing promise, the Saints are back in the first round so hopefully they don’t mess up, is the number 2 ranking in college basketball cursed and did Alabama go overboard with their frustration on Tuesdays game?
Alabama players are going to the Super Bowl, What does Alabama’s loss against Oklahoma mean , Bill OBrien is finally gone but how does Christy feel about it, did Stetson Bennett mess up his chance for the NFL and did a football player really ask Nick Saban for 500 k and for his girlfriend to get into UA’s law school for him to stay?
Auburn’s home win streak is over, There’s some confusion between Jalen Hurts and his alma mater, Bill OBrien is finally gone, does any team want Sean Payton and did I curse the Memphis Grizzlies?
Alabama basketball is ranked number 2 in the AP, Our Florida teams are out of the playoffs, Georgia football faces a tough decision with the recent news of a player, the Charlotte Hornets won and which team has the best shot with Demeco Ryans
Arkansas football is cleaning house, the Panthers are interested in Sean Payton as a coach, Should our basketball teams go after a player during the trade deadline, and does Jacksonville stand a chance in the playoffs?
Pete Golding is out as DC at Alabama, Wild Card Weekend has lived up to its name, Can anyone stop the Memphis Grizzlies on their win streak, Are Florida teams going to be a big focus on our show in the future, and we break down an emotional weekend in college sports news.
NFL Playoffs are here so what should we expect on Wild Wild Card Weekend, Georgia won the national championship but they’re not the new Alabama, Atlanta might host a playoff game but not for the Falcons, Are the Grizzlies better with or without Ja Morant, and can someone please help CJ McCollum
Its the end of football season for our small market teams, the South had some pretty big wins in basketball, Alabama beat Kentucky at home and every Florida team made the playoffs.
Chris Beard is out as the head coach at Texas, Jimbo Fisher is in the news again but not for the good reason, We provide an update on Damar Hamlin, Zion is out and what does it mean for the Pels and can TCU pull off an upset?
College football had a nice curtain call for the end of the year, Alabama didn’t let Bourbon Street derail them, It’s David and Goliath in the championship game, Jim Harbaugh is in contact with the Broncos, the Panthers and Saints almost made the playoffs and Tulane had one of the best comebacks of all time.
JJ Watt is retiring, Derek Carr got benched, We remember Pelé, Kentucky basketball is struggling and so many of our small market teams aren’t looking too good.
Nathaniel Hackett is out, the Saints or the Panthers might make the playoffs, the Hornets won a game, Chris Beard has a new story and the Grizzlies look off. We cover it and more!
Just because there’s no regular season CFB doesn’t mean we’re slowing down. There’s a shakeup with the Atlanta Hawks front office, Early Signing Day Period is here how did our SEC teams do, TCU got another former Alabama player, and are the Memphis Grizzlies ok?
TCU is looking like the transfer destination, this past weekend of the NFL games were one for the books, the NFC South is still in the hunt for the playoffs and why are people asking for Alabama to stop playing games in Birmingham?
We remember Mike Leach, What is going on with our small market basketball teams, did Atlanta really choose now to start a new quarterback and we shed some light on social action.
Panthers are in the playoff hunt, Alabama is in the top 5 in basketball, Pelicans are on top in the west, the transfer portal is growing and Texas basketball is in hot water.
The playoff teams for CFB are set, The Panthers are releasing Baker Mayfield, we break down some quarterback injuries and the transfer portal is live for all you viewers.
The playoff is expanding, Hugh Freeze is officially the head coach of Auburn, We take a deep look at our small market teams and should the South be better at basketball than they are at football? And check out Donn on The Rocks on Spotify and Apple Podcast to support a friend of the show.
We are back from vacation and there is so much to cover. Auburn has a new coach, Alabama is an everything school, Texas A&M might have done good for Alabama and the South is now known for basketball.
Charlotte is back on this new episode, Jimbo has become famous at Texas A&M but not for what anyone expected, Is Steve Wilks the answer at coach for the Panthers, The Pels win with an important role player honoring his school during a tough time and I share my love for Alabama’s defensive lineman.
Our NFL Small Market Teams aren’t looking too hot, Alabama is back on track with a win, We send our thoughts to Virginia and Auburn should not hire Lane as theI next coach
Auburn has a new AD, Paul Finebaum thinks Alabama’s dynasty is over, we focus on soccer, and can our small market teams win when it matters? All this is answered on our Friday episode.
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Alabama lost, our NFL and NBA teams lost, Tennessee ran out of magic, can they overcome the struggles and why isn’t anyone really talking about Clemson’s loss? We try and cover the struggles of our favorite Southern Teams.
Alabama lost, our NFL and NBA teams lost, Tennessee ran out of magic, can they overcome the struggles and why isn’t anyone really talking about Clemson’s loss? We try and cover the struggles of our favorite Southern Teams.
The SEC East and West are on the line this weekend, Calvin Ridley got traded but won’t play at all, The Pels lost another overtime game but the future is bright, and where did all these Tennessee fans come from?
The SEC East and West are on the line this weekend, Calvin Ridley got traded but won’t play at all, The Pels lost another overtime game but the future is bright, and where did all these Tennessee fans come from?
Brian Harsin has been fired at Auburn, a key Florida player was dismissed from the team, Atlanta is leading the NFC South, the Pels and Saints both won on Sunday and ESPN is celebrating the Lakers winning a game like it’s the Nobel Prize.
Brian Harsin has been fired at Auburn, a key Florida player was dismissed from the team, Atlanta is leading the NFC South, the Pels and Saints both won on Sunday and ESPN is celebrating the Lakers winning a game like it’s the Nobel Prize.
Can Kentucky upset Tennessee in this upcoming game, The Pelicans won without three of their best players so the sky is the limit for them and what happened to Jimbo and is he on his way out.
Can Kentucky upset Tennessee in this upcoming game, The Pelicans won without three of their best players so the sky is the limit for them and what happened to Jimbo and is he on his way out.
In this episode we discuss how the Panthers won without Christian McCaffrey, the NBA teams in the South are all 2-1, and how Alabama pulled out Eli Ricks to spark the defense. If you want to be a fan of teams in the South now is your chance.
Basketball is underway while football is at the midseason. How hyped are Pelicans fans, What is it with this story about Jermaine Burton, and can Alabama get back on track with their game against Mississippi State
In this Wednesday special we welcome the start of the NBA and do a deep dive on each of our Southern small market teams.
Alabama suffers it’s loss but this is a familiar narrative, Carolina Panthers are rebuilding and Robbie Anderson is the first to go, NBA starts so be sure to check out our small market teams from the South. There’s so much to cover and such a short period to do so
The Pels are coming to Birmingham, What is Bryce Young’s status against Tennessee, What should Alabama’s game plan against Tennessee be and why is the game called the 3rd Saturday in October?
Matt Rhule is out as the coach of the Panthers, The Falcons got screwed out a comeback win, Alabama couldn’t hold onto the ball but got a win and Jacob and Christy are nervous about the Tennessee game. Football in the South is not slowing down.
We follow up our summer episode with Alabama vs Texas A&M on Saturday. How much revenge does Alabama want? Should Jimbo be bought out? Will Bryce Young play on Saturday?Get your popcorn ready for all this and more!
Spooky season is here so which games gave us a scare, how did our small market teams perform in the NFL, How should we handle the Dolphins decision to let Tua play and what does Bryce Young’s injury mean for Alabama moving forward?
Spooky season is here so which games gave us a scare, how did our small market teams perform in the NFL, How should we handle the Dolphins decision to let Tua play and what does Bryce Young’s injury mean for Alabama moving forward?
Georgia is mortal? Alabama has chemistry and our small market teams went 3-1. What is expected for our South teams this week?
It might be football season but basketball news is upon us. Are the Utah Jazz rebuilding, what does Ime Udoka’s suspension mean for the Celtics, Will our small market teams win a game in the NFL and which SEC game are we most excited for?
We welcome our new co host! Our small market NFL teams struggled and we have another fired coach. How do our SEC teams and look and should Mike Evans be suspended for longer?
Scott Frost is out of here, should Jimbo be on the hot seat, What SEC East team is looking scary and which teams deserve to be ranked?
On the 3rd season premiere we break down the crazy second week of college football and the first week of the NFL season. Spoiler alert the Cowboys are not back this year.
We prepare for week 2 for CFB, what can we expect from the SEC and how will our favorite small market teams look in week 1 of the NFL Season
How did our small market college football teams do, what are my thoughts about the expansion for the playoff, is Stetson Bennett still the answer for UGA and which SEC had the most impressive win in week 1.
We have our first guest on the show! Rebecca and I break down our love for college football and what ignited our passion. Be sure to check out @gridiron_rush19 and gridironrush.com for blogs about college football!
We have our first guest on the show! Rebecca and I break down our love for college football and what ignited our passion. Be sure to check out @gridiron_rush19 and gridironrush.com for blogs about college football!
It’s been a crazy few days in the sports world with shooting, a rookie released and Desmond Howard choosing Texas A&M to win the national championship. Football is back and so it’s time for us to cover it
It’s been a crazy few days in the sports world with shooting, a rookie released and Desmond Howard choosing Texas A&M to win the national championship. Football is back and so it’s time for us to cover it
Nick Saban isn't going anywhere college football fans. What does his extension mean for college football more specifically the SEC and how does it impact the city of Tuscaloosa. Tune in to see what Saban's eight-year extension will mean for the rest of college football.
Nick Saban isn't going anywhere college football fans. What does his extension mean for college football more specifically the SEC and how does it impact the city of Tuscaloosa. Tune in to see what Saban's eight-year extension will mean for the rest of college football.
The Braves are making moves but there is one move that needs a bigger focus. Jacob tries his best to cover baseball and also provides a focus on what the return of football means for America's past time and is there any news in regards to our favorite small market NFL teams.
The Braves are making moves but there is one move that needs a bigger focus. Jacob tries his best to cover baseball and also provides a focus on what the return of football means for America's past time and is there any news in regards to our favorite small market NFL teams.
How will LSU handle the surprise retirement of Myles Brennan, what does Jameis’ injury mean for the Saints and let’s prepare for the Pels coming to Birmingham on this Louisiana based episode.
How will LSU handle the surprise retirement of Myles Brennan, what does Jameis’ injury mean for the Saints and let’s prepare for the Pels coming to Birmingham on this Louisiana based episode.
Is there a team in the SEC on the rise, is there a team outside the SEC who might have a shot at winning it all, how will Clemson look without Venables and Elliott coaching and what should we look for in the preseason games? Jacob dives into all of this on this week's episode.
NFL Season is approaching so lets switch focus to the NFC South. Which team has a coach on the hot seat, who will win the division, should the city of Charlotte start paying Jacob every time he talks about them, and which new head coach should we be keeping our eye on?
How will UAB handle the sudden departure of Bill Clark, How will Tennessee look in year 2 under Huepel and let’s check in on Kirby Smart after Nick Saban flipped more Georgia players.
We remember Bill Russell and Vin Scully but also focus on what they meant for future generations. How did these legends status go further than sports and Jacob also breaks down a local sports legend and what his absence means in the small market.
The Deshaun Watson verdict is out and how does Jacob feel about this situation, were our small market team interested in Watson before and what does this suspension mean in relation to other suspensions in the league?
Soccer has slowly been on the rise. Do more cities in the South deserve a soccer team? Will the World Cup be a positive for Atlanta and was it worth waiting so many years for soccer to come to the South? Jacob is back and ready to break it down!
We finally highlight Nashville! Why did Jacob wait so long, is this city going to get their championship one day, and how does hockey and soccer fit in the South? Check out the Take to find out!
In honor of the 26th episode of the 2nd season why not make it about the SEC. Can Georgia repeat as champions, will Alabama complete a revenge tour and how does Nick Saban feel about NIL? Tune into this episode to learn it all!
Because it's the offseason is there any news going on? How did Birmingham do as host of the World Games? Jacob breaks down this news and more in this Tuesday episode of the Take!
The Saints have a quiet off-season, Zion is back in NOLA and Jacob breaks down why the Pels should withdraw from the Durant sweepstakes.
Charlotte is back on Jake’s Take! This week Jacob breaks down the return of Steve Clifford, Miles Bridges pending free agency and the newest quarterback for the Panthers.
We have our first Birmingham centered episode! In honor of the World Games Jacob dives into how Birmingham got the opportunity to host, the Stallions being crowned champions of the USFL and if pro sports should come to the Magic City. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss!
Its time for another Atlanta based episode! What is going on with Freddie Freeman, Did the Hawks trade away too much for Dejounte Murray and should Blooper play linebacker for the Falcons? All this and more on this week's episode.
How did our small market teams do? Did they shock anyone? Jacob dives into these questions on this Tuesday episode of the Take.
After Jacob decided to take a vacation the sporting world didn't miss a beat. Why did Kenny Atkinson say no to Charlotte, How can Golden State win again, and will the Atlanta Braves have another win streak? All this and more on this Takeover Tuesday.
Is Kenny Atkinson the guy for Charlotte? Will this team make the playoffs? How will this hire look and can Kenny redeem himself after his Brooklyn hiring? All this and more on this episode of Jake's Take!
This Friday episode we break down the emergence of Jaylen Brown, Klay Thompson outgrowing his slump, Steph’s injury and if Draymond can stay out of foul trouble.
What will Utah do after the surprising departure of Quin Snyder, Will Jayson Tatum get help for Game 3 and is Al Horford due for another 26 point game on Wednesday? All this and more broken down on this Tuesday episode of the Take!
The Splash Brothers are still surging, Ime Udoka leads the Celtics to the finals in his first year, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are ready to lead the team to a win and both teams are ready for an exciting finals. Jacob highlights all the background of this finals matchup on this Friday episode of the Take.
Should they have drafted Jameson Williams, is Dennis Allen the answer and does this team have a shot at the Super Bowl? Jacob dives into the questions and expectations for his hometown team New Orleans Saints this upcoming season.
On this edition of What If Jacob breaks down the Duke Blue Devils from 2018. What if Zion didn't get hurt? What if Cam Reddish stepped up? What if Marvin Bagley came back? Jacob breaks down all these potential questions on this episode of the Take.
On this episode of Jake’s Take Jacob dives into how the teams in Charlotte are on the rise but might need a culture check.
Check out this sneak preview of the Tuesday episode of Jake’s Small Market Sports Take. Grab that Carolina BBQ and take a listen
On this Friday episode of the Take Jacob breaks down the past 48 hours of Nick Saban's comments about Jimbo Fisher securing the number 1 recruiting class in a bit of an interesting way.
Your favorite host from Mobile hopes this quote gets you a better understanding of small market sports and the impact they need
This week Jacob dives into a successful season by Memphis, how the future is bright for this team and how as a small market team going far in the playoffs means more than people realize.
On this Friday episode Jacob dives into a question Alabama fans know too well. Would a 2016 championship change Alabama’s dynasty?
In a new series of Jake's Take. Jacob discusses how All Star and New Orleans Pelican Forward Brandon Ingram remembers his roots and how Kinston NC got him to be one of the best young stars in the NBA.
2 of our Southern Teams are eliminated but we shouldnt worry the future is bright, Jacob dives into how the Hawks and the Pelicans can grow and improve from their recent trips to the playoffs.
This week we dive into college sports in the South and how it can be viewed on a tier to professional sports. We also discuss the dominance of the SEC, trends for Southern college sports and does this mean anything for the rise of small market sports.
This week on the Take we talk about whether or not Memphis gets the respect it deserves. Does it have competition from Nashville, what does the emergence of the Grizzlies mean and should this city known for Blues and R & B try and focus on sports?
Lets have some fun and talk about the NBA playoffs and how the Southern teams are making their case known.
We dive into Atlanta going back to championship form, what exactly are the Falcons doing and is Atlanta considered a small market city like all the other Southern sports cities?
On this episode Jacob highlights the rise of the Pelicans, how Willie Green has been a great hire for the team and how much the team has accomplished. He also details how the small Market Pelicans are on the rise, what is really going on with Zion and what the group Pels 12 means.
After a 2 Year Hiatus Jacob is back and ready to dive back into sports and all the news. We discuss the importance of sports, how sports can create connections and what the new and improved Take will focus on.
With 2 Months of Quarantine in the books we shift our focus to news in sports focusing on players and what occurred in regards to NFL players this past Saturday. We dive into the final episode of the Last Dance, This past Saturday where four NFL players were arrested, another instance of the transfer portal and facilities reopening. Once again thank you to Hall and Oates, Shawn Mendes and Khalid for the music for transitions.
This week we discuss Earl Thomas, Julian Edelman helping out Holocaust survivors, The Bundesliga return, Tom Brady and Drew Brees going head to head in their division and the second to last episode of The Last Dance.
On this week’s episode, we dive into The US Women’s National Team fight for equal pay, Bashaud Breeland, Alex Smith’s story after his leg injury, Andy Dalton moving on to a new team, Remembering Don Shula and the 1992 Dream Team episode of “The Last Dance”.
As we continue to quarantine there is still more sports news occurring and we are still staying positive for the future of sports. With the NFL draft in the books, we were able to experience a sporting event even if it was not in person. On Episode 6 of Jake’s Take, I dive into the NFL draft, Gronk’s return, and the Dennis Rodman and Phil Jackson episode of “The Last Dance”. Originally Published on Soundcloud.
This week we discuss how COVID has affected one NBA player, the newest highest paid running back in the NFL, the first two confirmed cases of COVID 19 in the NFL and a surprise segment that came out just at a time we needed it most.
One month into quarantine and I want to continue to provide this podcast as an outlet for positivity and news. This week I focus on NFL Free Agency, the Atlanta Falcons new uniforms and how one former Alabama football star is adapting his business model for COVID 19.
We turn to a more positive side of isolation and focus on a legendary player, a Hometown Hero who is still very new to the town and a quick update on NFL free agency. Originally published on Soundcloud
On this week's episode of Jake's Take I tackle Corona and the latest sports postponement and how one NFL QB is taking action. Episode originally published on Soundcloud.