Outta Bounds: Recent Episodes
Doda Lulgjuraj
When winter throws you a big snow storm to double the length of your commute - count on Outta Bounds to entertain you through it. If you like to laugh out loud while driving, working out or doing chores around the house - this is the show for you.
In this episode - Doda says he's becoming his parents in the way he prepares for winter weather.
Beyond that - the guys talk Pistons, NBA, Super Bowl, Comedy and so much more. Enjoy and be safe out there!
In this episiode - Outta Bounds invites Macomb County Judge Mark Switalski to the show to discuss a wide range of sports topics and life.
Right out of the gate - Switalski tackles instant replay and how it's negatively impacting all sports. This conversation takes a deep dive into that topic and branches off into another great discussion on baseball and how the steroid era is viewed.
Also, a great discussion on college basketball in the state of Michigan and some great insight into the all-time basketball greats of Larry Bird and Pistol Pete and what it was like to watch them in person.
The boys kick off the first show of 2019 with a no rundown discussion on New Year's resolutions, expectations for the Detroit Lions in the new year, LeBron James GOAT talk and R. Kelly.
How do you grade Matt Patricia in his first year as head coach of the Detroit Lions? Is there anything to look forward to in 2019 with this team?
Where does LeBron James really miss the mark in his self-proclamation as the GOAT? We dive into what made Michael Jordan great and how it compares to LeBron James and today's NBA. Is Kobe Bryant being unfairly left out of this discussion?
Also, have you seen the new docuseries on R. Kelly? The conversation takes a dark turn at that point.
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In this episode, the boys throw out the rundown and just go! John shares his hunting experience with his son. Mark unveils his Christmas lights mishap (who HASN'T had one of those?) and the rest is a hodge podge of Christmas, basketball, football, life and everything in between.
Mark questions if the Pistons are relying on Blake Griffin too much.
John questions if the KC Chiefs handled the Kareem Hunt situation correctly.
Doda says Jim Harbaugh is overrated. Steve says no.
Just when Lions fans were ready to divorce the team (no, really - fans did that) they go on and pull off a win against the very talented Carolina Panthers. Did fans bail too soon? Or is this just the Lions being the Lions (stringing you along to set you up for heartbreak later)?
Will the recent drama between Kevin Durant and Draymond Green be the end of the Golden State Warriors' historic run?
The college football matchup that Michigan fans have been waiting for is finally here.
Carmelo Anthony finds himself on an island all by himself as the finale to his career spirals out of control.
Honorable mentions: why Family Video is still in business and why are people at Costco out of control?
This week the boys are back to talk about ANOTHER Lions loss. This time, we try to figure out who's to blame? See if you agree with the boys.
Doda talk about his first experience with an oriental massage. The guys admire his Christmas lights. John admits he was wrong and Mark get called out for his near perfect picks in Yahoo's NFL Pick'em.
Does the Jimmy Butler trade make Philly the undoubted favorite to win the East? And what the hell happened to Markelle Fultz? Seriously, like... what in the hell?
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In this week's episode of Outta Bounds we discuss the Honolulu blues of Detroit Lions fans. After a disappointing loss to a vulnerable Minnesota Vikings team in which the Lions only scored 3 field goals - the future looks bleak. Where do you point the blame? Doda and Steve disagree. Could there have been a different outcome if they hadn't traded their best receiver?
That leads us to this question: Did the Lions make the right move in trading Golden Tate?
Jim Harbaugh's Wolverines are ROLLING right now. Is it college football playoff or bust for the former NFL head coach?
And what the heck happened to Andre Drummond? Joel Embiid has him all in a tizzy.
All American and former MSU linebacker, and Super Bowl champion Greg Jones joins Outta Bounds to talk about the Michigan State vs. Michigan rivalry. What was the difference in the game?
What makes MSU vs. UM the best rivalry in college sports? Greg Jones says the fans. Listen to see if you agree.
We also talk about the culture in the NFL, Eli Manning, Odell Beckham, Jr., the Detroit Lions and the culture of sports today.
Oh, and there's a little NBA talk.
In this episode, Outta Bounds gets out of the studio and takes the show on the road for a Detroit Lions tailgate. In this episide - the guys and fans discuss Detroit's comeback along with the Lions season.
A big debate ensues when we start naming who we'd put on Detroit's Mt. Rushmore of sports. Fans weigh in on that debate also.
It's 60 minutes of Detroit fun while ripping on Green Bay Packers fans. Who doesn't want to listen to that?!
This week the boys are discussing the Lions loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Could the Lions just as easily be a 3-1 team as they are a 1-3 team? What are the underlying issues with this current roster and coaching staff?
Jim Harbaugh's Michigan Wolverines snuck out a win over Northwestern. Does that game turn up the temperature on Harbaugh's hot seat?
MSU eeks out another ugly win over the CMU Chips.
Mark and Doda make their MLB playoff predictions.
So, the Lions shocked the world and beat the Patriots. Should we all jump on the bandwagon now?
Gronk threatened to retire if he was going to be traded to the Lions back in April. What does that say for the appeal of playing in Detroit. Can this city draw premier talent for ANY of its sports teams?
Should the Lions sell the future to get Le'Veon Bell?
Harbaugh's Wolverines had a big impressive win over Nebraska. John thinks he's no longer on the hot seat but Doda's not so sure of that.
How bout that Tiger Woods?
In this bonus episode of Outta Bounds, former Detroit Lions Tight End, Joe Fauria discusses life after the NFL.
He sits down for an interview on the culture of the Detroit Lions and the NFL, what he loved about Detroit during his time here, Matthew Stafford and whether he can lead a team to a Super Bowl and Colin Kaepernick and whether he's the only player getting "black balled" in the league.
Strap on to your seat for this one! It's a great discussion.
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2 weeks into the NFL season - Doda has a wake up call for Detroit Lions fans... particularly those known as "slappies." What can you take away from the new season? Are Lions fans to blame for the lack of urgency in the franchise?
Henrik Zetterberg's retirement marks the end of one era and the beginning of another with the Detroit Red Wings.
Will Steve Yzerman restore Hockeytown?
Pete Rose recently revealed his health issues - will he ever get in the MLB HOF in his lifetime?
The boys discuss whether week 1 results help or hurt Le'Veon Bell's gamble with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Does Grant Hill belong in the basketball Hall of Fame? Doda talks about how he had to remind himself in order to make his decision.
Who was in the wrong in Serena's outburst at the US Open? Mark defends Serena while John and Doda think she could've done better.
Who's to blame for Mario Impemba and Rod Allen's broadcast booth brawl? One of the guys doesn't blame the broadcasters.
To end the show, the boys make their week 1 predictions for the Detroit Lions.
Former NFL receiver and lifelong metro Detroiter Lance Long joins Outta Bounds.
Going into the new NFL season there are a lot of expectations for the Detroit Lions on both sides of the aisle. Doda and John think the Lions are going to have a disappointing season while Steve is still holding out hope.
Now that the Lions have decided their roster - Lance gives his take on what it takes to grind it out and make the roster for an NFL team. What does it take to get to the pros? Hear Lance's take on how he did it...
Doda thinks Jim Harbaugh's seat in Ann Arbor is officially sizzling.
What was LeBron trying to accomplish with his new barbershop show?
The boys debate whether the President should be taking on one of the greatest role models in sports history. Why is Trump going after LeBron James on Twitter?
Doda thinks Urban Meyer can't possible survive the scandal at Ohio State and explains why.
Steve and Doda disagree about whether Jim Harbaugh is on the hot seat at the University of Michigan.
MLB games are shorter by 5 minutes through 2/3 of this 2018 season but Doda and Mark disagree on whether that matters.
In this episode, the boys discuss whether the Rockets signing Clint Capela thrusts them back into Western Conference relevancy. In addition, does the expected addition of Carmelo Anthony make the Rockets better or worse?
USA Basketball minicamp is underway and there is only ONE expectation from this star-studded team.
The Detroit Lions were recently ranked one of the top teams in the NFL that could potentially be a dumpster fire. W invite our resident Lions slappy on to discuss the expectations for the team. Also, is Matthew Stafford the guy to lead the Lions to the promised land?
Tigers greats Alan Trammel and Jack Morris were FINALLY inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame. Doda has a take on getting the inductees right.
In episode 53, Doda, John and Mark discuss who won the Kawhi Leonard-DeMar DeRozan trade. They also dive into the players vs. owners debate and choose a side.
Tiger Woods showed signs of his greatness in The Open, but does that mean he's back? And will he ever win another major in his career?
The NFL Anthem policy is back on hold while the league tries to figure out how to police the issue without upsetting players and the fan base. Does it even matter anymore?
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred calls out Mike Trout for not marketing himself and MLB enough. But is it really his job?
Dirk Nowitzki will play his 21st season with the Mavs. Is it a big deal or is it nothing?
In this post-4th of July podcast - Doda, Mark and John discuss the winners and losers of NBA Free Agency.
Was LeBron's decision to go to LA more than just a basketball move? What's up with Kawhi Leonard and why Doda thinks the Oklahoma City Thunder are the biggest winners of free agency so far.
The boys also discuss first impressions of Summer League and Doda and Mark dive into whether the Detroit Tigers should be in full sell mode at the trade deadline.
In the 51st episode of Outta Bounds - the boys dive into the NBA draft and talk about the winners and losers of the draft. Did any team dramatically improve for the future or has the super team era killed that? John has a fiery take on the draft picks after top 5.
Doda has a problem with the narrative on the Detroit Pistons two draft picks. Mark defends the Pistons's picks.
What is wrong with the soccer audience and why is World Cup viewing down 44% from 4 years ago?
Can a new trainer help fix Markelle Fultz or is his problem a mental one?
The boys also discuss whether LaVar Ball's tactics have been successful. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share!
Happy Father's Day to all the dads and dads-to-be out there. This week's show touches on the World Cup and the allure to fans from all over the world. John, Mark and Doda discuss why everyone is so intrigued by it and what the USA's absence from it means for youth soccer.
The Detroit Pistons hired Dwane Casey to be their next head coach and while John and Mark don't mind the hire - Doda has a problem with the process of his hiring and lack of hiring a GM.
What does Miguel Cabrera's injury mean to the Tigers and his legacy? The boys have lots to say about it. Doda's solution might surprise you.
John, Mark and Doda also dive into the Kawhi Leonard fiasco in San Antonio and whether or not he should really look to land in LA.
Are some of the biggest names in golf really nerds? John has an interesting take on their failures in this year's US Open.
Doda, Frank, John and Mark discuss takeaways from the NBA Finals. What were the biggest moments that stood out?
Did the NBA get the Finals MVP right? Mark and Frank agree but Doda and John have a different take. Should Steph Curry have been awarded MVP? Doda certainly thinks so.
What did this NBA Finals do for the LBJ vs. MJ debate? Can LeBron ever be the GOAT? The boys discuss.
Where does LeBron go for here and can he improve his chances for GOAT?
Did the Warriors do more than just "take care of business" at home by winning both games? Doda thinks the outcome has changed for the Finals.
Steph Curry realizes he's about to win his 3rd NBA championship with zero Finals MVP trophies and he's not going to let that happen.
The Detroit Pistons seem to be on the verge of another bad coaching hire. Doda explains why John Beilein should get the gig.
Unlike the Detroit Pistons in recent years, the Tigers did not make a draft mistake with the #1 overall pick in the MLB Draft.
It might be time to forego the tradition of sports champions visiting the White House.
Doda Lulgjuraj wonders how JR Smith is even allowed to play basketball in the NBA after pulling a stunt like that boneheaded play at the end of regulation in game 1.
Doda also believes the referees escalated the ending of the game which led to Tristan Thompson's ejection and unnecessary chatter at the end of the game.
People might be upset about the overturned charge call on Kevin Durant but the right call was made.
Can the Cavs recover after such a devastating loss?
In the 47th episode of Outta Bounds - Mark and Doda take a deep dive into the NBA Conference Finals. Doda sticks with his picks while trying to sway Mark over to the "good side."
What's with all the blowouts in the playoffs, anyways?
Doda thinks it's a joke that the Las Vegas Golden Knights are in the NHL Stanley Cup Finals. Have they really earned the title "Hockeytown?" Should that be a Detroit-only nickname?
Becky Hammond's name is floating around for head coaching vacancies in the NBA. Is there room for a female in a male-dominated sports spectrum? Should the Pistons hire her
In episode 45, Mark and Doda discuss the NBA Conference Finals. Doda thinks both series are already over while Mark is sticking with LeBron James and the Cavs in the East - and the Rockets in the West.
The Detroit Tigers are all of a sudden competing for 1st place in the AL Central Division. Is there really anything to it or is this a temporary thing?
Did Miguel Cabrera lose fans with his comments about not playing while he's hurt? You have to hear Doda's take on it.
What will the Michael Jordan documentary do for the MJ-LeBron debate?
In this episode, Steve, Mark and Doda dive into Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs and make predictions for every remaining series. According to their thoughts - the West Finals will begin long before the East Finals are determined.
Doda thinks "The Process" ends in Game 7 at Boston. The guys disagree.
Listen to hear if any of them are giving the Jazz or the Pelicans a chance in the West.
Did the Detroit Lions quench the thirst of fans? Steve and Doda grade the Lions draft and reveal whether the team's needs were appropriately addressed.
This week the guys recap week 1 of the NBA playoffs and discuss where things go from here. Can LeBron James get the Cavs out of their slump and advance to the next round and beyond?
Is there any reason to believe the Warriors and Rockets don't face each other in the Western Conference Finals?
Doda says pump the brakes on the "tanking" celebration despite the Sixers success so far.
Steve and Doda go week-by-week and make their way-too-early predictions before the NFL season even begins.
Mark and Doda go through every NBA Playoff series and make predictions all the way through the NBA Finals. Doda has one favorite on upset alert in the first round. Both, Mark and Doda have some bold predictions.
Doda revisits a major problem with the MLB. In addition to the season - Doda highlights why the MLB is struggling despite having major interest in players like Shohei Ohtani.
Is everyone tired of coach Gregg Popovich's tactics at the podium? Mark and Doda discuss.
In this episode - Doda, Mark and Steve discuss the final stretch of the NBA season.
Doda makes a strong case for his choice which Mark says won't even finish in the top 3 in MVP voting.
Mark has some strong feelings about what the Pistons should do with Stan Van Gundy.
Are the Detroit Tigers better than most expected? Mark and Doda discuss the differences they've noticed early in the season.
Does MLB have a problem? Yes. Is it length of game? Doda says NO.
The boys also discuss Tiger Woods' impact on the Masters.
In this episode - Doda raises the question of whether Tom Izzo and the MSU basketball program is overrated.
He also dives into why LeBron super fans make it so difficult to enjoy his skillset on the court.
There's ANOTHER football league in the works which raises the question: do we really need more football? Isn't the NFL and college season enough?
Big Papi thinks Opening Day should be a national holiday, do you?
In episode 39, Doda Lulgjuraj sparks the conversation of whether or not John Beilein needs to be considered the best basketball coach in the state of Michigan. What's in store for these two teams as they prepare for March Madness? Is it championship or bust for MSU? How far do you have the Wolverines going?
Is Lonzo Ball finally the player some thought he would be? How much better has he been in the last 9 games?
And why do professional sports teams still tank?
In this episode - Doda, Mark and Frank discuss the NCAA basketball scandal and what it means for college basketball. Who is to blame? Is it all on the coaches?
What do they expect to see in the home stretch of the NBA? Is LeBron getting back to the Finals? Is Golden State playing playoffs basketball now? Who is a bigger threat to GSW?
And, is the MLB addressing the right changes? Dive into that and so much more with Outta Bounds.
In this episode - the guys discuss the real threats to the Golden State Warriors. Are the Houston Rockets to be taken seriously?
Should the NBA change its playoff format?
The guys discuss whether or not Stan Van Gundy is an overrated coach and his role in the future of the Detroit Pistons.
Justin Verlander fires back at MLB writers. Is he right about the road to the World Series going through Houston?
00-04 Introduction
04-07 NBA trade winners
07-17 Are the Cavs going to the Finals?
17-22 LeBron & Love dynamic
22-31 Cavs future
31-35 Pistons current situation
35-43 Blake Griffin Effect
43-55 Matt Patricia in Detroit
55-57 SuperBowl recap
57-1:01 Tigers over/under
1:01-1:06 Winter Olympics
00-04 Introduction
04-20 Blake Griffin in Detroit
20-36 LeBron James reacts to players being traded
36-43 LeBron to Golden State?
43-48 The Real King in Cleveland
48-1:00 Where is LeBron going?
1:00-1:08 MLB Boycott
00-06 Introduction
06-32 MSU Scandal
Impact
#Izzo / #Dantonio
32-45 Team #LeBron vs. Team #Steph
45-48 #NBAFinals Preview: Too Early?
48-54 Why #NBA is killing it
54-59 Is #OKC a threat in the West?
59-1:12 Federer the #GOAT?
1:12-1:15 Quick Hits
00-08 Introduction
08-13 Super Bowl Preview
13-19 Brady vs. Jordan GOAT talk
19-28 Super Bowl Picks
28-43 Cavs State of Emergency
43-49 Chris Paul's Impact on Houston
49-55 Is Houston a Threat to Golden State?
55-58 Conference Finals
58-1:03 Cavs' Future
1:03-1:06 NBA All Star
1:06-1:16 SVG: Coaching For His Job?
00-04 Introduction
04-15 Lions coaching search
15-22 Pistons struggles
22-28 IT returns to Cavs
28-40 Athletes coming back from injury
40-51 MSU basketball
51-56 Super Bowl picks
56-1:03 High School basketball drama
1:03-1:06 CFP picks
Quick hits
In this episode - Mark realizes he's "doing it wrong." We also discuss the biggest sports stories of the year, that stood out most to us.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
0-4 Introduction
4-20 NBA MVP, OKC Thunder, Joel Embiid
20-28 Pistons Back On Track
28-42 Ball Brothers
42-45 Lions Playoff Chances
45-57 NFL Hard Hits
00-04 Introduction
04-15 - Lions Blame Game
15-25 - Pistons Losing Streak
25-31 - Cavs Winning Streak
31-44 - NBA MVP Race. Is LBJ taken for granted?
44-58 - The Ball Family / Fixing Lonzo
58-66 - Stanton to Yankees
66-68 - Quick Hits
0-3:00 Introduction
3:00 - 16:00 Lions
16:00 - 24:00 College Football Playoffs
24:00 - 36:00 Cavs Streaking
36:00 - 47:00 OKC/GSW
47:00 - 55:00 Pistons
55:00 - Tigers Woods, MLS in Detroit, LeBron's Ejection
00-23 NFL/Lions
23-46 NBA Surprises
46-1:02 Lonzo Ball
1:02-1:10 NCAA Football Rankings
1:10-1:32 Quick Hits
NBA's Studs & Duds
Rookies that caught our eye
World Series picks
Tigers hire a manager
GQ's 50 Greatest Living Athletes
0-16 MSU vs. UM
16-26 Lions & Ebron's stone hands
26-39 NFL's referee problem
39-52 Jemele Hill suspension
0-17 Problem with the protest
17-26 Same Old Lions (Fans)
26-32 OBJ's TD Celebration
32-42 Why Doesn't Anyone Want To Play With LeBron?
00-04 Tough time in Detroit sports
04-09 Insights on Tigers' new prospects
09-10 The new MLB stat that matters
10-12 Most MLB-ready prospect
12-17 Grading the Tigers' trades
17-24 Tigers' future bright?
24-34 Why doesn't anyone want to play with LBJ?
34-37 Bartman is back!
00-18 Tigers Trade Talks
18-30 Kyrie Irving Trade Request
30-36 Kyrie A Top 10 Talent?
36-57 Final Thoughts
00-09 - Tigers buying or selling?
09-30 - Which Tigers are getting traded?
30-47 - Is Calvin Johnson hurting his Detroit legacy?
47-59 - Lonzo Ball's shoe games
0-9 Tigers: who do you blame?
9-13 - Cavs considering super duper team
13-19 - NBA MVP & ROY
19-24 - Matthew Stafford a top 10 QB?
24-30 - Did Pistons make the right choice in drafting Kennard?
00-19:00 Future of Detroit Tigers
20:00-42:00 NBA Draft / Paul George / Pistons' Draft Situation
43:00-47:00 MLB Players Resting
48:00-53:00 NHL Expansion Draft: Did Red Wings make a mistake?
00:00 - Finals wrap
09:00 - Happy for KD?
24:00 - LeBron's Legacy
34:00 - Who can Cavs add?
38:00 - Are Warriors a dynasty?
42:00 - Has LBJ changed basketball?
52:00 - LeBron's future
Warriors Take Control
22:00 LeBron Passes on Podium
26:00 Best Player: KD or LBJ?
39:00 Finals Predictions Update
40:00 Tigers: Buy, Sell, Stay?
55:00 NHL Playoffs
Tigers Have A Closer
NBA Playoffs Snoozer
LeBron's Legacy
Chris Pratt's Ridiculous Apology