Press Box Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ralph and Joseph Miranda
Ralph Miranda, former Notre Dame linebacker and 25 year sports media veteran, is joined by Joseph Miranda as they bring you fun and compelling interviews and give their unfettered takes on the world of sports and more.
Ralph and Nathan Miranda wrap up the first 12-team College Football Playoff (3:10), address the NFL officiating controversy (27:21), and preview Super Bowl LIX between the Chiefs and Eagles (44:24).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda preview the AFC (2:35) and NFC (18:45) Championship games, discuss whether or not the first-round bye is beneficial (19:01), debate how good Jared Goff really is (22:11), and break down the championship matchups by position (39:34) before giving their final predictions.
Ralph Miranda explains what the 12-team CFB Playoff got right and what needs to be fixed (1:50), previews the National Championship Game between Ohio State and Notre Dame (9:49), analyzes the success of head coach Marcus Freeman (23:49), and looks ahead to the bright future for the Fighting Irish program (25:29).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the final College Football Playoff rankings and bracket, starting with their overall impressions of the selection process (1:19), Boise State getting a bye (7:56), Notre Dame dropping in the rankings (10:44), top seeds facing tougher roads (18:34), and much more.
Ralph and Nathan Miranda recap college football week 14 (1:28) before delving into the CFB Playoff (14:53) to break down the upcoming conference championship games, discuss the latest ranking, decipher and predict bracket seeding, and rant about the how to improve upon the current 12-team structure.
Ralph and Nathan Miranda discuss Notre Dame’s win over undefeated Navy (2:56), Texas A&M’s path to the SEC Championship following their win over LSU (9:32), the Colts’ Anthony Richardson taking himself out of the game (27:28), and the Giants on Monday Night Football (31:16) before finishing with some Yankees vs. Dodgers World Series talk ahead of Game 4 (46:54).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the controversial pass interference call from Georgia vs. Texas (7:45), Alabama’s loss at Tennessee (23:05), the CFB Playoff selection process (30:48), and Notre Dame’s win over Georgia Tech (50:07) before previewing week 9 (55:16).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss Aaron Rodgers and the Jets (4:09), the Davante Adams (8:12) and Amari Cooper trades (11:12), the biggest games from week 6 (14:03), and who the Steelers should start at QB (21:25) before previewing week 7 (26:19) and ranting about Daniel Jones and the Giants (29:35).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the biggest games from week 7 of college football (1:51), question whether or not Alabama fans should be concerned (6:21), and discuss undefeated Army and Navy’s playoff chances (35:40) before previewing week 8 (43:48) and ranting about Notre Dame (46:12).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda discuss the Jets firing head coach Robert Saleh (2:17), the Chiefs rolling at 5-0 (12:46), excitement around the Giants following their week 5 win at Seattle (32:32), and why the Eagles must make the playoffs (47:22).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest upsets from week 6 of college football, including Vanderbilt’s historical win over Alabama (1:50), break down Army and Navy’s 5-0 starts (17:44), and preview week 7 (32:24) before discussing power rankings (38:05) and taking a look back at the biggest games from week 5 (43:02).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises from the NFC (2:03) and AFC (6:57) division standings, preview week 5 (35:44), and declare which teams are “for real” (40:21) before commemorating Pete Rose’s remarkable career in baseball (48:16).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda review the NFL’s remaining undefeated teams (1:29), break down rookie QB performances (21:23), preview week 4 (31:28), and discuss how to build a team and develop young QBs (33:50).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the biggest surprises and takeaways from week 4 of college football (1:56), analyze potential QB controversies at Oklahoma (8:59), Texas (21:52), and Notre Dame (25:10), preview the biggest week 5 matchups (41:43), and touch on an interesting Reggie Bush NIL story (50:44).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda break down the biggest surprises and takeaways from the first two weeks of the NFL (1:45), give their hot takes on Aaron Rodgers and more (13:24), discuss the new dynamic kickoff (32:43), and debate how to draft a QB (42:38) before previewing the best week 3 matchups (54:26).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the biggest surprises and takeaways from week 3 of college football (1:17), Texas jumping Georgia as the new #1 (21:55), and why the portal is bad for the game (26:12) before previewing week 4’s biggest matchups, including Tennessee at Oklahoma (46:18).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the biggest scores and surprises from week 2 of college football (1:39), discuss why pre-season rankings should not exist (5:34), and diagnose Notre Dame’s problems after a disappointing loss to Northern Illinois (13:32) before previewing week 3 (41:12).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda review the first week of college football (2:11), delve into the new playoff structure (8:59), analyze Florida State’s 0-2 start (19:34), and break down Notre Dame’s big win at Texas A&M (25:11).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap Super Bowl LVIII (1:45), discuss a possible Chiefs three-peat (19:05), and talk NFL free agency (23:42).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss a possible Chiefs dynasty (2:38), recap the AFC (9:40) and NFC (17:35) Championship Games, and preview Super Bowl LVIII (23:08) before ending with some recent NFL news, including a game in Brazil (38:37) and head coaching hires (45:11).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda take on Sunday’s Baseball Immaculate Grid (1:26), debate Larry Walker’s Hall of Fame résumé (27:11), and discuss rumors around the Yankees’ new road jerseys (35:25).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda take on today’s Baseball Immaculate Grid (1:39) and have to think of someone who played at least one game at shortstop and center field (22:22).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the NFL Divisional Round (2:18), preview the NFC and AFC Championship Games (12:18), and discuss the latest head coaching news, including the Chargers hiring Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh (26:40).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda take on another baseball Immaculate Grid (1:52), evaluate the 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame inductees (24:30), and break down the 2000 NL MVP voting (27:54).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda take on today’s baseball Immaculate Grid (1:31), rant about the sabermetric stat WAR (20:08), and discuss MVP voting (31:45).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda explain the online baseball game Immaculate Grid (1:27) and discuss different strategies for approaching it (5:30) before delving into each square of today’s grid (22:13).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss their biggest surprises halfway through the NFL season (1:45), diagnose the Giants’ struggles and debate how to move forward (6:39), and question the NBA’s new in-season tournament (41:37).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises so far in the NFL season (2:03), Ohio State vs. Notre Dame and other college football headlines (23:44), and the Ryder Cup (31:55).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda break down Saquon Barkley's one-year deal (3:42) and the New York Giants' off season (13:32) among a broader discussion of how the running back position has become devalued (5:50).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the 2023 NFL schedule release (2:20), the NBA Playoffs heading into the Conference Finals (29:29), and the importance of playing at home (37:04).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the 2023 NFL Draft (2:17), discuss the Aaron Rodgers trade (13:55), and break down the NBA Playoffs (25:43).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises of NFL free agency (3:01), Aaron Rodgers and the Jets (6:03), Lamar Jackson’s future in Baltimore (12:02), and the Giants’ off-season moves (23:55) before debating the efficacy of a complete rebuild (33:08).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap Super Bowl LVII (1:56), discuss the Chiefs dynasty (9:42), and breakdown the NFL offseason by division (16:55), including Lamar Jackson’s future with the Ravens (21:48) and key Giants free agents (38:51).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda compare the Chiefs and Eagles offense (7:53), defense (21:05), head coach (23:18), and special teams (26:10) before giving their Super Bowl LVII predictions (27:45).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the NFC (4:56) and AFC (39:18) Championship Games, rant about poor tackling (14:00), and break down Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers (33:37).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda give their general impressions from the NFL Divisional Round (2:53) before recapping the AFC (17:14) and NFC (25:49) matchups.
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss their biggest takeaways from Week 16 of the NFL (2:30), pick their top teams in each conference (21:55), and debate whether or not Daniel Jones is the Giants’ long-term answer at QB (33:15).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda talk College Football Playoffs (2:59,15:49) and highlight some of the biggest bowl games (8:20) before discussing the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 (19:50).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest surprises from Week 13 of the NFL (4:38), debate John Harbaugh’s future in Baltimore (9:28), and reveal why Sean McVay will not be the Rams head coach next season (16:02) before looking at the NFC (25:45) and AFC (32:40) playoff pictures.
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda give their biggest takeaways from Week 11 of the NFL (2:04), break down the divisional standings (28:52), and debate whether or not the Packers should trade Aaron Rodgers (35:39).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises from Week 8 of the NFL (3:05), break down the NFC (11:42) and AFC (26:38) playoff pictures, and look ahead to Week 9 (15:22) before previewing Tennessee vs. Georgia and the rest of college football Week 10 (30:01).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises in the NFL through Week 6 (2:25), preview the NFC (14:59) and AFC (20:41) playoff pictures, and rank their top QBs (21:33) before switching to college football to recap Tennessee’s win over Alabama (41:49).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 5 of the NFL, including the Panthers firing head coach Matt Rhule (2:22), the Giants beating the Packers in London (5:52), and the new concussion protocol (28:49).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the biggest surprises from Week 2 of the NFL (2:01), the Giants’ 2-0 start (16:18), and the 49ers with Jimmy Garoppolo (21:23) before giving their top conference contenders (37:35).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda break down the upcoming fantasy football season by position (4:56) before discussing draft strategy (56:12) and giving their top sleepers and overvalued players (1:08:44).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss the significance of the NFL preseason from a player’s perspective (2:42), Tom Brady’s absence from camp (14:02), the NFL’s appeal of Deshaun Watson’s six-game suspension (22:04), and why fans attend preseason games (29:06).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss Deshaun Watson’s six-game suspension (2:30), an interesting film study clause in Kyler Murray’s contract (14:29), and the start of the 2022 NFL season (28:34) before switching gears to cover LIV Golf and its threat to the PGA Tour (33:21).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda catch up on the biggest sports news of the past three months, including the NFL Draft (2:36), college football conference realignment (5:29), MLB standings (9:37), NBA free agency (13:23), and the Stanley Cup Finals (33:30).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda kick off the 2022 NFL League Year with a breakdown of the biggest trades and free agent signings to date—including Aaron Rodgers resigning with the Packers (3:30), Russell Wilson to the Broncos (7:01), and Deshaun Watson to the Browns (13:16)—before discussing Tom Brady’s return (37:33) and giving their way-too-early Super Bowl LVII predictions (50:58).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap Super Bowl LVI (1:59), debate whether the Rams or Bengals are more likely to get back (30:56), and discuss the possibility of a Super Bowl in London (39:46).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the AFC (2:38) and NFC (17:23) Championship games, break down the Rams vs. Bengals matchup by position (28:16), and give their Super Bowl LVI predictions (44:03).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda recap the NFL Divisional Round (2:56), discuss Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers (18:32), and preview the AFC (52:45) and NFC (54:26) Championship games.
Ralph and Nathan Miranda wrap up the 2021 college football season with their thoughts on the CFB Playoff (2:10) and National Championship (3:27) before recapping the NFL Super Wild Card Weekend (13:31), including the 49ers’ thrilling win over the Cowboys (18:43), and previewing the NFL Divisional Round (31:01).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the final CFB Playoff rankings (2:08), recap Georgia vs. Alabama and other conference championship games (5:52), and highlight upcoming bowl games (20:50).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda break down the latest CFB Playoff rankings (2:00), preview the conference championship games (11:38), and discuss two of the biggest head coaching hires (21:43).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 10 of the NFL (1:36)—including the Dolphins beating the Ravens (5:48), Brady and the Bucs losing in Washington (12:30), and the return of Cam Newton (15:33)—before previewing Week 11 (21:15).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda break down the latest CFB Playoff rankings (1:47), discuss playoff expansion (26:53), and preview Week 11 matchups (31:17), including Georgia vs. Tennessee (32:15).
Joseph and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 9 of the NFL (1:44)—including the Packers without Aaron Rodgers (3:43), Bills losing their grip on the AFC East (10:12), and possible landing spots for Odell Beckham Jr. (29:05)—before previewing Week 10 (25:27).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda analyze the first CFB Playoff rankings (3:48), recap the biggest games of Week 9 (21:52), preview Week 10 (23:58), and give their four best teams in the country (26:12).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 8 of the NFL (1:34)—including the Packers vs. Cardinals (2:34, 7:04), Derrick Henry’s injury (3:44), the Rams trading for Von Miller (14:06), and the Buccaneers vs. Saints (21:37)—before previewing Week 9 (34:59).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 7 of the NFL (1:48)—including Tom Brady’s 600th TD pass (4:42), the Chiefs vs. Titans (8:53), and the Bengals vs. Ravens (22:12)—before discussing Super Bowl contenders (32:58) and previewing Week 8 (39:13).
Uncle Joe joins Ralph and Nathan Miranda to discuss the updated college football rankings (2:17), Georgia’s schedule (12:32), Tennessee vs. Alabama (17:21), and Notre Dame’s playoff chances (23:43) before previewing the biggest games of Week 9 (30:04).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (1:25), discuss the fallout of Iowa’s loss to Purdue (3:27), recap Kentucky vs. Georgia (16:55) and Ole Miss vs. Tennessee (20:43), predict the first College Football Playoff rankings (32:33), and preview Week 8 (42:53).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss their favorite episodes from the first four years of the Press Box Podcast (1:29), recap the biggest surprises and takeaways from Week 6 of the NFL (12:44)—including the Cowboys’ thrilling victory (15:29), the Raiders without Jon Gruden (33:29), and the dominance of Derrick Henry (36:11)—and preview the best games of Week 7 (45:32).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (2:42), recap Alabama’s loss to Texas A&M (7:02), debate which teams will make the CFB Playoff (17:25), recap Notre Dame’s win over Virginia Tech (24:38), discuss Tennessee’s success (31:18), and preview Week 7 (36:13).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 4 of the NFL (1:26), including Tom Brady’s return to New England (15:11) and the Giants’ first win (30:19), update the division standings (21:04), and preview the best matchups of Week 5 (35:12).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (2:03) and recap the biggest games of Week 5 (3:15) before sportswriter John Brice joins the podcast to discuss Alabama and Georgia (27:06), Cincinnati’s playoff chances (30:40), Notre Dame’s struggles (35:01), and Tennessee’s performance under Josh Heupel (40:16).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (1:59) and recap the Week 4 action (9:13), including North Carolina State’s upset over Clemson (10:20), Tennessee’s loss to Florida (13:37), and Notre Dame’s big win over Wisconsin (24:07), before previewing the biggest games of Week 5 (32:26).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (1:57) before recapping the Week 3 action, including big wins from Alabama (3:12) and Penn State (7:12), previewing Tennessee (9:19) and Notre Dame’s (16:10) schedule, predicting the four playoff teams (34:26), and discussing how to best expand the playoffs (45:26).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 2 of the NFL (1:34), discuss which 0-2 teams have a shot at the playoffs (32:29), rant about the state of the Giants (38:00), and preview Week 3 (1:00:25).
6x All-American from the University of Tennessee and 2020 Olympic hammer thrower Stamatia Scarvelis joins Ralph Miranda to discuss transferring from UCLA to UT (3:21), chasing her Olympic dream (9:15), competing for Greece at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games (12:15), preparation for Paris 2024 (17:31), the hammer throw (20:51), and her interests outside of athletics (38:20).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda update the college football rankings (2:59) before recapping the Week 2 action (5:50), including Tennessee’s loss to Pittsburgh (10:26), previewing the biggest games of Week 3 (23:42), and discussing Notre Dame’s playoff chances (38:07).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda recap the biggest games, surprises, and takeaways from Week 1 of the NFL (1:37), review the best and worst divisions (46:45), and evaluate rookie quarterback performances (49:08).
Ralph and Nathan Miranda review the biggest matchups from the first full week of college football, including Alabama vs. Miami (4:07), Georgia vs. Clemson (9:00), and Notre Dame vs. Florida State (16:55), before ending with FCS upsets (26:14), LSU’s disappointing start (29:18), and a message to Tennessee fans (45:54).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda discuss draft strategy and best value by position (1:38), top sleepers (23:51), overrated players (27:19), and whether or not you should draft rookies (30:24).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda break down the AFC (4:30) and NFC (32:06) by division, pick their AFC (28:44) and NFC (1:10:35) playoff teams, and give their Super Bowl LVI predictions (1:15:48).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda share memories of and review MLB stadiums they've visited in the American League, including Fenway Park (8:01), the original Yankee Stadium (20:09), and the Houston Astrodome (38:19).
2x Team USA Olympic runner and contemporary artist Anthony Famiglietti joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to give his initial impressions of Tokyo 2020 (2:32) and discuss his background in running (7:18), the steeplechase event (13:02), his Reckless Running brand (18:10), his artwork (22:24), and his experience at the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 Olympics (36:11) before answering a round of rapid-fire questions (43:21).
Former University of Tennessee swimmer, London 2012 Olympian, and Irish record holder Barry Murphy joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss his career as a 19x All-American at UT (2:40), learning what it takes to be a champion after failing to qualify for the 2008 Olympics (12:21), his Olympic experience in London 2012 (24:08), and the new challenges facing athletes in Tokyo 2020 (30:23) before ending with advice on how to handle adversity (37:44) and answering a round of rapid-fire questions (41:36).
Ralph, Joseph, and Nathan Miranda share memories of and review MLB stadiums they've visited in the National League, including Shea Stadium (2:54), Turner Field (22:23), Oracle Park (41:36), and Dodger Stadium (55:45).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss MLB cracking down on foreign substance use (1:51), the role of analytics in baseball and its effect on pitching strategy (12:12), and metal vs. wooden bats (28:15) before touching on the NBA Playoffs (33:03), NHL Playoffs (36:48), golf's U.S. Open (38:44), and the Yankees (40:30).
Former Maryville College head football coach and current Carson-Newman University outside linebackers coach Tony Ierulli joins Ralph Miranda to discuss growing up playing sports (2:21), how he got into coaching (11:31), crossing paths with Terry Bowden and Jimbo Fisher (22:22), his time at Maryville College (26:39), how the game has evolved (33:40), and life after football (47:28).
Former Minnesota Twins first baseman and current Alcoa High School head baseball coach Steve Dunn joins Ralph Miranda to discuss the Tornadoes' 2021 season (2:58) and Covid-shortened 2020 season (9:21) before switching to professional baseball to discuss the evolution of the game (15:06), how good pitching has become (28:20), and old-school managers (33:25).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the role of sports media amid Naomi Osaka withdrawing from the French Open (2:27) and Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians' comments regarding player absences from OTAs (8:11) before moving to baseball to dissect the Yankees' woes (16:06) and discuss premium positions (21:29).
Joseph Miranda touches on some of the hottest topics from the world of sports, including Shohei Ohtani's breakout season (1:50), the Mets' Kevin Pillar taking a fastball to the face (15:57), Aaron Rodgers' rift with the Packers (28:22), and Tim Tebow returning to the NFL as a tight end with the Jaguars (32:31).
In this 2021 PGA Championship recap, Ralph Miranda reviews the course and conditions at The Ocean Course on Kiawah Island (0:54), analyzes Phil Mickelson's historic win (9:02), and touches on the return to normalcy in the gallery (26:47) before previewing next month's U.S. Open at Torrey Pines (28:10).
Ralph Miranda recaps some of the biggest pre-draft trades (1:06) before reviewing the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft (3:37), breaking down picks by position (28:09), and analyzing team draft strategies (37:52).
Ralph Miranda recaps Hideki Matsuyama’s historic Masters win (1:32), reviews the surprising number of big names that missed the cut (13:22), explains why it’s so hard to win the Masters (23:27), and talks favorite Masters moments (39:24).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda break down some of the biggest NFL free agency moves, including the Buccaneers’ push for a Super Bowl repeat (10:23), Dak Prescott’s new contract (20:00), J.J. Watt to the Cardinals (30:44), and much more.
The Press Box Podcast welcomes David Reed, a PGA professional and golf instructor at Patriot Hills Golf Club in Jefferson City, TN, to discuss his background in the sport (1:37), his teaching philosophy (4:49), how to determine the best golf ball for you (15:17), the most common mistakes amateur golfers make (14:11), how to properly warm up before a round (27:40), and much more.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss changes to the 2021 Major and Minor League Baseball seasons (1:34), Bryson DeChambeau and the future of golf (24:01), and recent NFL news (44:26).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda address the latest on Tiger Woods (1:31) before delving into the NFL Hall of Fame (7:50), MLB Hall of Fame (30:32), and recent contracts for Fernando Tatís, Jr., (47:17) and Carson Wentz (53:16).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap Super Bowl LV (1:38), debate whether Brady or Jordan is the greatest of all time (16:15), and preview next season’s Super Bowl odds (29:04).
In their comprehensive Super Bowl LV preview, Ralph and Joseph Miranda break down the Chiefs vs. Buccaneers matchup (1:30), talk possible MVPs (27:28), give their game predictions (31:14), and discuss commercials (37:17), the halftime show (38:18), and broadcasters (39:19) before analyzing the recent Stafford-Goff trade and its impact on future QB deals (47:05).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap the NFC (1:38) and AFC (17:29) Championship Game, breakdown the NFL’s recent head coaching hires (27:57), and preview off-season quarterback moves involving some high-profile veterans (34:49).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda wrap up the college football season with their thoughts on Alabama’s National Championship win (1:04) before recapping the Saturday (9:10) and Sunday (24:55) games of the NFL Divisional Round and previewing the NFC (47:56) and AFC (54:30) Championship.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap the Saturday (1:14) and Sunday (25:34) games of NFL Super Wild Card Weekend, preview the AFC (43:06) and NFC (48:15) Divisional Round, discuss offseason quarterback moves (54:30), and breakdown the latest head coaching news (59:39).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap NFL week 17 and preview the playoffs (1:48), make their Super Bowl LV predictions (28:15), discuss possible head-coaching hires for the NFL’s six open positions (31:56), and recap college football’s playoff games (44:25) before previewing the national championship between Alabama and Ohio State (47:21).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap and review the biggest stories from the year in sports, including the rise and fall of LSU (3:18), the biggest play of Super Bowl LIV (6:24), the COVID-19 shock in March (10:33), the ins and outs of the NBA bubble (15:13), MLB’s shortened season (20:08), the unconventional PGA Tour schedule (25:54), and the relatively smooth NFL (27:48) and college football (29:56) seasons, before ending with a 2021 preview (35:04).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap NFL week 15 and update the playoff picture in the NFC (1:20) and AFC (11:24), discuss the impact of few or no fans (26:56), breakdown Notre Dame’s College Football Playoff berth (31:02), debate Ohio State’s legitimacy (38:04), preview the Notre Dame vs Alabama Rose Bowl (45:09), and finish with the controversial fates of undefeated Cincinnati and Coastal Carolina (47:16).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap NFL week 14 (1:31), update the AFC (17:19) and NFC (26:37) playoff picture, predict next year’s head coaching changes (37:25), and review their fantasy football seasons (42:14).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap NFL week 13 (1:22), breakdown the AFC (17:23) and NFC (22:34) playoff picture, discuss the Jets and next year’s draft order (35:38), revisit the college football rankings following Coastal Carolina’s big win over BYU (42:54), and debate Ohio State’s chances at a playoff spot (50:45).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap NFL week 12 (1:41), discuss the league’s COVID-19 approach (21:36), analyze head coaching changes (28:30), and take a look at the college football standings ahead of Coastal Carolina’s big game against BYU (46:30).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap week 11 of the NFL season (1:35), introduce a new closing QB concept (26:03), analyze Tom Brady and the Buccaneers (38:48), break down the wild NFC East (46:00), and discuss college football rankings (52:00).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap week 9 of the NFL season (1:28), preview the biggest games of week 10 (25:05), and give a quick fantasy football update (31:20) before ending with an analysis of Notre Dame’s big win over No. 1 Clemson (36:27).
At the halfway point of the NFL season, Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the COVID-19 impact (1:17), break down each division (2:49), give their Super Bowl (32:48) and MVP picks (34:08), and finish with a fantasy football update (39:04).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss their 10 favorite sports movies, including THE NATURAL (8:51), ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD (19:53), and ROCKY IV (37:11).
Assistant football coach at Division 1 FBS Coastal Carolina University Josh Caraway joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss his role with the running backs and special teams (4:15), the Chanticleers big win over Kansas (13:47), challenges of playing and recruiting during the Covid-19 pandemic (16:33), and life away from the field (54:09).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda debate the best quarterback draft strategy and how to develop a young quarterback (1:18) before analyzing the keys to building a winning NFL franchise (31:05) and hiring a successful head coach (43:33).
Former professional baseball player Stanton Cameron, aka The Hit Doctor, joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to talk the Covid-19-shortened MLB season (2:56), playing without fans (19:15), and this year’s expanded playoffs (21:08) before giving his opinion on the World Series Champions Bracket (24:08) and how baseball has changed (30:28).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss their major fantasy football revelation (1:01), NFL Week 1 takeaways (10:45), the Big Ten’s revote to play an eight-game season (21:41), and fan attendance during the pandemic (29:02).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda touch on the hottest topics of the upcoming NFL season, including no preseason games (2:42), Covid-19 (13:31), new playoff format (17:00), and fan attendance (24:09), before breaking down each division (28:44) and giving their Super Bowl LV predictions (50:42).
In your guide to the 2020 fantasy football season, Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown the rankings by position (8:55), discuss their draft strategies (26:44), and highlight some potential sleeper picks to keep an eye on (33:21).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the turmoil of the upcoming college football season (2:19), the first few weeks of the MLB season (20:25), and the current state of the PGA Tour (34:32).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown the return to sports, focusing on NCAA (1:30) and NFL football (18:50).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown the return to sports, focusing on the NBA (2:31), MLB (12:27), and PGA Tour (25:22) restarting their seasons.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss some bracket feedback (1:06) before analyzing the final matchup between the 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers and the 1989 San Francisco 49ers (13:05) to determine the greatest Super Bowl champion of all time.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Semifinal matchups and pick their AFC and NFC champions in the bracket to determine the greatest Super Bowl champion of all time.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Quarterfinal matchups and pick their winners in the bracket to determine the greatest Super Bowl champion of all time.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Round 1 matchups and pick their winners in the bracket to determine the greatest Super Bowl champion of all time.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss some bracket feedback (1:27) before analyzing the final matchup between the 1998 New York Yankees and the 1986 New York Mets (19:12) to determine the Greatest World Series Champion of the past 50 years.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Semifinal matchups and pick their American League and National League Champions in the bracket to determine the Greatest World Series Champion of the past 50 years.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Quarterfinal matchups and pick their winners in the bracket to determine the Greatest World Series Champion of the past 50 years.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the Round 1 matchups and pick their winners in the bracket to determine the Greatest World Series Champion of the past 50 years.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda, joined by producer Nathan Miranda, breakdown the Houston Astros cheating scandal (2:01) and the new NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement (32:57).
In 2019, the National Football League, in recognition of their 100th season, released the NFL 100 All-Time Team, a roster of 100 players and 10 coaches named “The Greatest” in their respective positions. In this episode, Ralph and Joseph Miranda, joined by producer Nathan Miranda as moderator, analyze the finalists and selections at quarterback.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda, joined by producer Nathan Miranda as moderator, continue their journey into the National Baseball Hall of Fame to debate which MLB inductees are worthy of the hall and which are not, and Uncle Joe joins the podcast to discuss the Nationals’ 2019 World Series victory (51:38) and debate which current Nationals players have Hall-of-Fame potential (1:07:14).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda, joined by producer Nathan Miranda as moderator, delve into the National Baseball Hall of Fame to debate which MLB inductees are worthy of the hall and which are not.
Ralph and Joseph Miranda step back to take a big-picture look at the three main professional sports leagues—NBA (1:42), MLB (11:46), NFL (19:11)—and discuss how they have changed in recent years before ending with their 2019 NFL Playoff predictions (26:53).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the state of the NBA in the midst of some big off-season free agency moves (1:45), weigh in on the MLB juiced ball controversy following the 2019 All-Star Game (15:07), look ahead to the second half of the MLB season (22:32), and preview Tiger Woods ahead of the 2019 British Open (29:34).
Former Maryville High School and current Gdynia Seahawks (Poland) quarterback Philip Juhlin joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss playing football at a young age (3:05), his Swedish roots (8:26), his time at Maryville (12:21), the differences between the American and European game (19:47), and his transition from Sweden to Poland (26:58) before providing a scouting report on himself (35:45), revealing his plans for the future (38:48), and finishing with his most memorable game of all-time (46:19).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda recap Super Bowl LIII (1:28), discuss the 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions (17:37), and touch on the current state of the NBA (31:00).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown last week’s NFC (1:29) and AFC (9:57) Championship games, preview Super Bowl LIII (14:27), analyze the 2019 MLB Hall of Fame selections (21:16), weigh in on Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray’s options (36:30), and end with a short discussion on the Houston Rockets’ James Harden (41:03).
Ralph Miranda recaps the College Football Playoffs and 2019 National Championship game (4:06) before breaking down the NFL Playoffs on the eve of the Divisional Round (18:12) and finishing with recent NFL head coaching changes (38:00).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown some of the latest MLB news following the 2018 Winter Meetings (2:27), preview the upcoming College Football Playoff games (27:39), and analyze the NFL playoff picture heading into the final week of the season before discussing possible head coaching changes (34:09).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda dissect the college football playoffs (1:55), talk NFL football (16:00), and give their thoughts on Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson’s “The Match” (38:52).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the New York Giants following their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football (1:32), analyze the AFC ahead of the big Chiefs vs Patriots Week 6 matchup (13:25), give their current playoff predictions division-by-division (17:31), and review the progress of this year’s Rookie QB class (23:50) before being joined by Nathan Miranda to discuss his new YouTube channel Mascots and Monikers (29:26).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the 2018 MLB Playoffs (2:58), college football (24:06)—specifically Notre Dame (25:58) and Tennessee (30:50), the Ryder Cup (40:50), and Tiger Woods (43:17).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda analyze the opening week of NFL football (1:41) before previewing the Week 2 Thursday Night Game between the Ravens and Bengals (37:28).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda break down the 2018 MLB All-Star Game (1:31) and the 2018 FIFA World Cup (9:23) before analyzing LeBron James’ decision to join the Los Angeles Lakers (16:24).
In this all MLB edition, Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the 2018 Home Run Derby (2:30), beating the shift (15:05), and the trade deadline (26:00) before previewing the 2018 All-Star Game (36:46).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the upcoming U.S. Open (1:24), Minor League Baseball (11:45), and sports movies (28:49) before finishing with some MLB trivia (36:54).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the NBA Finals (2:00), where LeBron will play next year (11:14), the NBA Draft Lottery (14:38), the current outlook of the MLB season (20:00), the MLB Draft (26:07), and the NHL playoffs (35:07) before finishing with their thoughts on the recent law affecting sports gambling (40:12).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the 2018 Masters results (2:22), the upcoming PGA Tour schedule and Tiger’s chances (8:30), their first impressions two and a half weeks into the MLB season (14:00), the upcoming NFL Draft (23:21), the Dallas Cowboys decision to cut Dez Bryant (30:41), and the NBA Playoffs (34:32) before touching on how weather plays an important role early in the season for cold-weather baseball cities (39:00).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda preview the upcoming 2018 Major League Baseball season starting with American League (3:16) and National League (17:38) division breakdowns before discussing the two wild card spots in each league (31:45), new pace of play rules (35:37), and finishing with an all MLB edition of rapid fire (42:50).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss NFL free agency (2:25), PGA Tour golf as Tiger makes his comeback (29:47), and March Madness (37:35), before ending with some thoughts on LeBron James (43:45).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the recent NCAA basketball scandal (3:09), weigh in on the debate over whether or not college athletes should be paid (15:11), and end with some NFL free agency talk (31:41).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the 2018 Winter Olympics held in PyeongChang, South Korea (3:02), the PGA Tour heating up heading into the Masters (13:58), and Major League Baseball (22:00), before being joined by sportswriter John Brice to discuss his position with Gridiron Now (32:26), the University of Tennessee head coaching hire (36:14), the 2017 College Football season (54:14), and the College Football playoff system (58:20).
Former Maryville High School QB and current head football coach Derek Hunt joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss growing up playing sports (6:13), his high school career and relationship with coach George Quarles (16:57), transitioning to college (25:30), his mindset upon being hired as the new head coach and handling the pressure (33:11), the importance of youth football amidst growing head trauma concerns (46:49), and his top 5 North Carolina Tar Heels of all-time (1:00:20).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the Philadelphia Eagles’ victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII to claim their first ever Super Bowl title (1:44) before taking a first glance at the 2018 NFL season (30:55) and giving their picks for the next team to win a Super Bowl that has never won one before (38:21).
Former Powell High School standout and professional baseball player Stanton Cameron joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss growing up playing basketball and baseball (6:07), his decision to sign with the NY Mets out of high school (9:35), the adjustment from high school to professional baseball (18:47), his minor league career (24:10), the 1994 strike and overcoming adversity (33:36), his decision to retire (39:32), his hitting philosophy (41:03), and his top 5 right handed hitters of all-time (58:19).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss last week’s AFC (1:05) and NFC (15:20) Championship games, preview the Super Bowl LII matchup between the Patriots and Eagles (22:40), discuss the current state of the Pro Bowl (30:08), and give their opinions on the New York Giants hiring Pat Shurmur as their new head coach (38:55).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss last week’s NFL Divisional games, including the Falcons vs. Eagles (1:41), Titans vs. Patriots (6:21), Jaguars vs. Steelers (13:18), and Saints vs. Vikings (17:33), as well as preview this Sunday’s NFC Championship between the Vikings and Eagles (22:27) and the AFC Championship between the Jaguars and Patriots (29:14).
Former Minnesota Twins first baseman and current Alcoa High School head baseball coach Steve Dunn joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss growing up playing baseball (4:40), when he realized he had professional-level talent (11:09), getting drafted and making the adjustment to pro baseball (17:24), his journey through the minors and his Major League debut (23:23), his decision to retire from playing (34:30), taking over the AHS program (36:20), and his top 5 left handed hitters of all-time (55:33).
Legendary Maryville High School head football coach and current Furman University offensive coordinator George Quarles joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss his career at Maryville High School (1:25), making the move to Greenville (6:46), playing sports growing up in Jefferson City (11:18), how he got into coaching (24:15), his decision to leave Maryville (32:34), recruiting (45:13), and his top 5 football coaches of all-time (55:51).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda breakdown the College Football Playoff weekend (1:12), preview the National Championship Game (12:01), discuss the upcoming NFL Playoffs (27:09), and finish with some NFL head coaching talk (43:38).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda each select their top sports moment of 2017 (1:16) and Uncle Joe joins the conversation to talk Washington Nationals baseball (9:15).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the NFL playoff picture (1:43), the catch rule (13:32), Giancarlo Stanton and the Yankees (18:57), and Kobe Bryant’s place in NBA history (27:57).
Coastal Carolina University football assistant coach Josh Caraway joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss the Chanticleers' 2017 season as well as their move from FCS to FBS (1:35), recruiting (8:48), how he got into coaching (20:34), the college football coaching culture (47:12), and the top 5 college football stadiums he would like to coach in (1:00:13).
Following the Saints vs. Falcons Thursday night game, Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the NFC playoff picture (1:35), violent hits and the NFL’s image (9:14), the University of Tennessee’s hiring of Jeremy Pruitt as head football coach (20:44), and Tiger Woods’ comeback after the Hero World Challenge (28:37).
Ralph and Joseph Miranda discuss the latest regarding the University of Tennessee coach search (1:20), the college football playoffs and bowl games (10:33), and the state of the New York Giants (27:03).
Longtime Maryville High School defensive coordinator and former University of Tennessee kicker Jim Gaylor joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss the UT program and head coach search (1:08), growing up in Nashville, TN (8:53), soccer vs straight-on kicking styles (28:45), how he got into coaching (38:17), his transition from the Clinton High School head coaching position to Maryville High School defensive coordinator (46:28), and his top five favorite restaurants in the Southeast (1:01:35).
Former University of Tennessee, NFL, and CFL quarterback Jonathan Crompton joins Ralph and Joseph Miranda to discuss the UT head coach search (2:00), growing up in Waynesville, NC (7:22), his experience playing at UT (16:22), the differences between the NFL and CFL (27:40), retirement and his new QB Academy (35:00), and his top five QBs of all-time (44:18).