The Mike Tirico Podcast: Recent Episodes
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From the Olympics, to The Open Championship, to the NFL, Mike Tirico has covered some of the biggest sporting events in history. Join him weekly as he shares insights from the broadcast booth and talks with special guests about their careers, sports and life.
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 6/11
-Dan Hicks on the restart of the PGA Tour
-Wisconsin football coach Paul Chryst on encouraging the Badgers football family to bond together and help others
-Falcons coach Dan Quinn on protesting, Matt Ryan's voice, and showing leadership
-Anson Carter on steps being taken within the NHL world to fight systemic racism
-Jerry Bailey on the upcoming Belmont
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 6/4
-Tony Dungy on Drew Brees
-Stephanie Ruhle on the business and economic impact the pandemic and demonstrations will have on sports
-Jim Furyk on golf resuming next week
-Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith on the upcoming Belmont
-Scott Dixon on the restart of IndyCar this weekend
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 6/3
-Bills head coach Sean McDermott
-NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace
-IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe
-Navy football coach Ken Niumatalolo
-Winnipeg Jets captain Blake Wheeler
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Monday 6/1
-Basketball Hall of Famer and former Detroit mayor Dave Bing on the George Floyd murder and the response we've seen across the nation
-Timberwolves head coach Ryan Saunders on being a white coach in the NBA and the need to listen and educate himself and listen to his players on how to deal with the George Floyd murder
-Pistons head coach Dwane Casey discusses his upbringing in the 60s, the current relationship between the black community and the police, and the important role that sports can play in bringing people together.
-Kyle Petty on Brad Keselowski's Cup race win at Bristol
-Pedro & Carolina Martinez talk about their relief efforts to help fight COVID-19 in the Dominican Republic
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Friday 5/29
-Tony Dungy on the situation in Minneapolis
-Rebecca Lowe on the return of the Premier League
-Matt Rhule on entering year 1 as the Panthers coach
-James van Riemsdyk on the NHL's plan to return to the ice
-Ricky Carmichael on the return of supercross this weekend
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 5/28
-Robbie Earle on the news that the Premier League will return June 17
-Indians manager Terry Francona on getting his team ready for a return, why the owners and MLBPA shouldn't negotiate so publicly, and coaching Michael Jordan in the minors
-Chris Simms on the 4th & 15 alternative, Sky Judge, and his Top 40 QB Countdown
-Jeff Burton on the state of the state since the NASCAR restart
-Chris Mullin on today's NBA, and his relief efforts during the pandemic
-Eli Tomac on the return of supercross
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 5/27
-Keith Jones & Brian Boucher discuss the NHL's Return To Play announcement, and break down some of the preliminary round matchups
-Lightning head coach Jon Cooper on the tournament if the NHL season restarts
-Kathryn Tappen on her message to the Class of 2020 and the kids that didn't get to experience a normal graduation and senior year
-Olympian Ryan Murphy on how he's training and helping folks during the pandemic
-Bears head coach Matt Nagy on how he needs to get creative with QB reps between Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 5/26
-Mavs owner Mark Cuban proposes a playoff format if the NBA resumes, and explains why now is the best time to start a business
-Washington head coach Ron Rivera on Dwayne Haskins, the Rooney Rule, 4th & 15 in place of an onsides kick, and buying a house during a pandemic
-ACC Commissioner John Swofford on the challenges that schools and conferences face in returning to action
-NASCAR driver Chase Briscoe on his emotional win at Darlington last week
-Liam McHugh on the NHL return to play announcement coming later this afternoon
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 5/21
-Dale Jarrett on Denny Hamlin's win at Darlington
-Stanford coach David Shaw on the school's focus on education for student-athletes and why the Pac-12 wants uniformity in coming back
-Tom Colicchio on the latest episode of Top Chef, which features an Olympic flavor, and what he's doing to assist people in the restaurant business
-John Carlson on why he hasn't worn skates since the NHL shut down for the COVID-19 pandemic
-Leigh Diffey on the return of IndyCar
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 5/20
-Matt Kenseth pulls over to the side of the road on his way to tonight's NASCAR race at Darlington
-Taylor Hall on his hopes for a return of the NHL season
-IOC President Thomas Bach on planning for the Tokyo Olympics
-Townsend Bell on what should have been Indy 500 week
-Jim Harbaugh on the sting of constantly falling short vs Ohio St, his love for baseball, and the state of college athletics
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 5/19
-Rebecca Lowe on the Premier League's potential return, and a proper English breakfast
-Ryan Newman on returning the track after his fiery crash at Daytona
-Jimmy Roberts on the new Tiger Woods documentary scheduled to air this week
-Kerri Walsh-Jennings on the power of positivity
-James Hinchcliffe on itching to get back racing
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Monday 5/18
(2:20) Kevin Harvick on his Cup Series win as NASCAR resumed racing
(12:40) Steve Sands on reporting from the Driving Relief charity skins match
(26:30) Rodney Harrison on Aaron Rodgers, Jarrett Stidham, and the NFL reopening some facilities
(37:15) The Last Dance director Jason Hehir on interviewing Michael Jordan, what he wished he could have included in the 10-part film, and why he didn't get any editorial stop signs from MJ's camp
(47:30) Jim Salisbury on MLB's reported guidelines for reopening
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 5/6
(1:30) Michele Tafoya on Frank Gore, Marshawn Lynch, and the coldest game she's ever been on the sidelines for
(11:50) Giants head coach Joe Judge on lessons from Belichick, assessing Daniel Jones, and why video games are valuable for team bonding
(26:00) Allyson Felix, the most decorated female Olympian in track & field history, talks about regrouping after Tokyo was postponed
(36:30) Lightning RW Tyler Johnson on the possible resumption of the NHL season, why he's studying to be an investment adviser, and rollerblading for the first time since he was a toddler
(46:20) PLL co-founder Paul Rabil on the announcement that the league will resume in late July
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 5/5
(2:00) Kathryn Tappen on the latest with the NHL
(13:15) UNC men's basketball coach Roy Williams on the Tar Heels tough season, the state of college basketball, and Michael Jordan stories
(25:30) Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson on Jerry Krause's unpublished memoirs
(31:00) Ravens DL Calais Campbell on joining Baltimore, surprisingly difficult virtual workouts, and awaiting the birth of his child
(42:40) Jimmy Dunne, president of Seminole Golf Club, on hosting Driving Relief, and his friendship with Tom Brady
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 4/30
(2:15) Eddie Olczyk on missing the Derby, and the latest with the NHL
(13:46) NCAA president Mark Emmert on compensating student-athletes, the chances of a college football season, and the state of collegiate athletics
(40:45) Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright on his initiative to help folks during the COVID-19 pandemic
(47:45) Britney Eurton on the state of horse racing
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 4/29
(2:30) Pete Thamel on the big morning news from the NCAA
(12:00) Rutledge Wood on the optimism for a NASCAR return and missing the Derby
(20:10) Auburn head football coach Gus Malzahn on why Jarrett Stidham is ready to lead the Pats, and why team who pass on Cam Newton better watch out
(30:25) Kevin Harvick on why he thinks NASCAR is ready to return in a safe way
(41:10) Steve Sands on the latest in the world of golf
(46:50) Ted Ligety discusses his Goggles for Docs initiative
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 4/28
David Feherty on the return of golf, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and the Ryder Cup without fans.
John Elway on drafting Jerry Jeudy, developing Drew Lock, and satisfying the hunger to keep competing.
Peter King on observing the Bucs virtual draft room
John Lynch on how the 49ers executed their draft plan
Jeffrey Dean Morgan on his Seahawks fandom and what he hears most often from fans of the Walking Dead.
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Wednesday 4/22
(0:45) Brent Musburger on how gambling lines have changed with the Gronk trade, the future of the Raiders in Vegas, and why sports are so vital during these times
(17:50) Oklahoma WR CeeDee Lamb on playing with Baker, Kyler, and Jalen Hurts
(26:10) PFF's Steve Palazzolo explains why Tua is the second-best QB, and why despite being the top Edge prospect, Chase Young could be passed over by a certain team
(36:45) Ohio St CB Jeff Okudah on gearing up for Draft night, and his post-party with Shaq
(47:00) NBC Sports Medicine Analyst Mike Ryan on the unique challenge facing athletic trainers during this draft
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 4/21
(2:40) Paul Burmeister on the top QBs in the draft
(12:05) Rodney Harrison on the futures of Tom Brady & Bill Belichick
(24:20) Penn State coach James Franklin on KJ Hamler, Yetur Gross-Matos, and guiding the Nittany Lions through unprecedented times
(34:25) Notre Dame edge rusher Julian Okwara on being "150%" healthy and ready for the draft
(44:30) Carli Lloyd on why she's been better in her 30s than her 20s
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Monday 4/20
(1:30) Peter King reveals his mock draft
(15:20) Ohio State DE Chase Young on his expected future in Washington
(27:40) Florida coach Dan Mullen on coaching from home
(38:10) Vashti & Randall Cunningham on training for Tokyo
(44:40) Ravens RB Mark Ingram on his friendship and mentoring of Lamar Jackson
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Friday 4/17
(3:00) Liam McHugh on Von Miller testing positive for coronavirus, the options for an NHL return, and the constant need for a reminder of what day it is.
(13:00) Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone on his friendship with Bill O'Brien, believing in Gardner Minshew, and his love for baloney sandwiches.
(27:55) Danica Patrick talks about staying positive during the pandemic, Aaron Rodgers, and her love of wine
(38:50) PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan discusses the updated schedule and the challenges of golf returning in June
(48:40) Best of the Week on LTL, plus Rich Eisen plugs his interviews with Von Miller & Roger Goodell
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Thursday 4/16
(1:00) Michele Tafoya on preparing to cover sports without fans, the Vikings offseason, and the best advice that Tom Brady ever gave her
(15:00) Ahmad Rashad chats about his long-time friendships with Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods
(28:00) Kiya Tomlin on turning her fashion design company into a shop that is specializing in making masks to assist in COVID-19 relief, and why she's finally getting to see how her husband Mike works.
(36:15) "The Captain" Roger Penske on his long-time connection to the Indy 500, and how he's managing his various enterprises during the pandemic
(47:35) Olympic champion diver David Boudia on training for Tokyo
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Wednesday 4/15
(1:50) 3-time AL MVP Mike Trout explains why some of the proposed ideas to return to baseball are crazy, how he knows he's in a slump after one swing, and his free advice to the Eagles on what to do in the draft.
(12:45) Notre Dame AD Jack Swarbrick on today's phone call with VP Mike Pence, and why college football games should not be played in empty stadiums
(25:00) Mets 1B Pete Alonso discusses his many charitable donations to help those in need during the COVID-19
(38:20) Jimmie Johnson surprises one of his biggest fans, ER Nurse Michael Palmer, in a powerful moment
(46:50) Christian Vande Velde reacts to the rescheduling of the Tour de France
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Tuesday 4/14
(2:00) Mike chats with Kathryn Tappen about her interview with Alexander Ovechkin and Wayne Gretzky
(15:30) Cris & Jac Collinsworth talk about father & son being in the same business, the top QBs in the NFL draft, and Tom Brady's final season in New England
(29:30) Browns coach Kevin Stefanski on getting draft advice from his dad, and his long wait to be able to coach Baker Mayfield & OBJ
(38:15) NASCAR Driver Joey Logano on racing his son in the "Cul de Sac 300", and staying prepared during the pandemic
(47:30) Comedian Conor Moore offers up some hilarious impersonations of Tiger Woods, Ian Poulter, Padraig Harrington, and Matthew McConaughey
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Monday 4/13
(2:30) Mike catches up with Ahmed Fareed on what the Lions could do with the #3 pick, what we learn from watching classic games on TV, and why he's fascinated with the TV commentators' backgrounds.
(11:15) The great Doc Emrick gives a tribute to the real heroes during this pandemic, why jumping straight to the postseason could be tough, and explains why the end-of-series handshake would be sorely missed.
(30:40) Notah Begay talks about the crisis that the Navajo Nation faces during the COVID-19 pandemic.
(39:30) Devils defenseman P.K. Subban on working out at home with Lindsey Vonn, hosting an NHL Trivia show, and why the NHL should adopt a 31-team playoff format.
(47:15) Olympic champion gymnast Laurie Hernandez on her memories from Rio, and the uncertainty in gearing up for Tokyo
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Friday 4/10
(1:15) Dan Hicks & Paul Azinger on what could be a busy fall schedule, and draining putt between 100 bottles of tequila.
(13:30) Tony Dungy & Michele Tafoya on the rise of Minnesota Gopher football, Tom Brady to the Bucs, and getting through these tough times.
(28:10) All-Decade LB Luke Kuechly on his decision to retire, Cam Newton's free agency, and playing against Drew Brees.
(38:40) Robbie Mustoe & Robbie Earle on the state of the Premier League
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Thursday 4/9:
(2:15) Jim Nantz talks about missing Augusta on what would have been the opening round of The Masters
(14:00) Eddie Olczyk & Keith Jones share some thoughts on what the NHL would look like if it resumed play this season.
(26:00) Notre Dame head coach Brain Kelly discusses his role during the pandemic, and the scenarios in which college football could play a full season
(40:00) Cardinals All-Pro LB Chandler Jones on being named to the All-Decade team, playing for Bill Belichick, and playing with Kyler Murray
(46:15) Charean Williams gives the latest on the Dallas Cowboys
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico for Wednesday 4/8
(3:15) Dale Earnhardt Jr discusses being nominated for the NASCAR Hall of Fame
(10:50) Al Michaels on Tom Brady signing with the Bucs, John Madden, peeling back the curtain behind NFL production meetings, and watching back old games that he's called
(26:50) PGA Tour golfer Justin Thomas on breaking 100 playing lefty, The Masters in November, and staying ready if the golf season resumes.
(35:40) Chris Simms on Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and Joe Burrow
(44:30) The great Doc Emrick imagines various Stanley Cup scenarios if and when the season resumes.
(47:30) Kyle Petty and Dale Jarrett preview "Wednes-Dale" on Racing Week in America
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Tuesday 4/7
(1:15) Mike Florio gives the lowdown on the NFL's "fully virtual" NFL Draft plans
(8:10) Craig Calcaterra of Hardball Talk reacts to the report that MLB is considering a plan to play all games this season in Arizona
(13:25) Rebecca Lowe & Kathryn Tappen discuss the impact of the suspended seasons of Liverpool and the Boston Bruins, two teams headed for historic seasons
(28:20) NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman chats about the league's chances of returning this season, and his conference call with President Trump and the other commissioners
(40:00) 2-time Daytona 500 champ Denny Hamlin talks about iRacing while the NASCAR season is suspended
(47:00) Dr. John Torres explains the biggest myth related to COVID-19 awareness, and discusses the biggest challenges for athletes and fans once games are allowed to resume
Lunch Talk Live with Mike Tirico from Monday 4/6
(0:00) Justin Leonard reacts to the canceling of The Open Championship, and the updated golf season calendar
(5:00) Peter King discusses how teams are preparing for the Draft during the quarantine
(14:00) Cris Collinsworth & Dale Earnhardt Jr. talk about their respective "slide jobs", and what the Redskins should do with the #2 pick in the Draft
(27:25) Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski explains how he views his role as a leader during the COVID-19 crisis and how the country needs to be safe and come together.
(37:50) Seahawks QB Russell Wilson joins Mike Tirico to discuss his connection with Seattle and how he doing what he can to help folks during the pandemic
(45:40) Jeff Burton & Steve Letarte discuss iRacing and preview Racing Week in America on NBCSN
To celebrate Football Week In America, Mike Tirico chats with three legendary NFL QBs.
(1:10) Peyton & Eli Manning reminisce about the original Manning Bowl from Week 1 in 2006, and why the family was most certainly rooting for Eli.
(14:35) Drew Brees discusses his $5M donation for COVID-19 relief, his connection with the city of New Orleans, and re-lives the night he broke Johnny Unitas' record for consecutive games with a TD pass.
Mike Tirico chats with severall athletes and executives after the Tokyo Olympics were postponed due to the coronavirus.
(1:05) IOC President Thomas Bach
(18:07) USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland
(26:14) Nathan Adrian - Swimming
(35:10) Emma Coburn - Track & Field
(46:50) Cat Osterman - Softball
(55:10) NBC swimming analyst Rowdy Gaines
(1:01:05) Kerri Walsh-Jennings - Beach Volleyball
(1:11:45) Jordan Burroughs - Wrestling
(1:18:50) Katie Ledecky - Swimming
(1:26:08) Simone Manuel - Swimming
(1:32:08) Christian Taylor - Track & Field
(1:41:00) Noah Lyles - Track & Field
(1:47:05) Tatyana McFadden - Paralympian
(1:54:28) Melissa Stockwell - Paralympian
(2:01:55) Mallory Weggemann - Paralympic swimmer
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Wild Card weekend.
-Kirk Cousins leads the Vikings to a thrilling OT win over the Saints. Have we seen the end of Drew Brees in New Orleans?
-After the Titans eliminated the Patriots, is Tom Brady done in New England? Could we see him in another uniform?
-The Texans win a wild one in OT over the Bills
-Which top seed has a tougher Divisional matchup: Ravens vs the Titans or 49ers vs the Vikings?
-Plus, unsung heroes, best coaching moves, and who will be the next head coach in Dallas after the Cowboys get rid of Jason Garrett?
Mike Florio, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 17. The Patriots lose at home to the Dolphins and miss out on a chance for a bye, and gives the Chiefs the #2 seed. Who's more dangerous: the Texans or the Bills? Aaron Rodgers leads a great comeback for the Packers. It wasn't pretty, but the Eagles are NFC East champs. Plus, who should be the next coach for the Browns and Cowboys? Have we seen the last of Philip Rivers? Will Jamies be the Bucs QB in 2020? And which non-playoff team will be a force next season?
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 16. The Eagles beat the Cowboys, but still might not be a shoe-in for the playoffs; Humbled by a loss to Arizona and ravaged by injuries, the Seahawks stumble into a Week 17 showdown with the 49ers; After locking up the top seed in the AFC, should the Ravens rest their starters against the Steelers?; Who will emerge with the final Wild Card spot?; Plus, Michael Thomas continues to dominate, the NFC team in most need of a bye, how to fix the Browns, Coach of the Year, and the most important play of the decade.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio make sense of all that happened in Week 15. The Cowboys get back in the win column by throttling the Rams; How do we explain the 49ers loss at home to the Falcons?; Do you trust the Packers or Vikings more?; reaction to the Texans big win over the Titans; plus, taking stock of the Chiefs & Patriots offenses, the most befuddling team in the league, and Eli & the Black Hole bid farewell.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 14: Has Jimmy G earned full trust after the 49ers beat the Saints in an instant classic? Do teams no longer feat the Patriots? Did the Ravens show some cracks despite their win in Buffalo? Who's the most dangerous AFC Wild Card contender? Plus thoughts on the Packers, Bears, Texans, George Kittle, and the refs in Foxboro.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio break down Week 13:
-What did we learn about the 49ers & Ravens after their slugfest in Baltimore?
-Who had the more impressive win: Steelers or Titans?
-Are the Chiefs suddenly an underrated contender in the AFC?
-Jared Goff and the Rams bounce back, but will it last?
-Plus, biggest changes needed in Philly, New York, Carolina, and Jacksonville
-Who's been the biggest bargain in the NFL?
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 12.
-The Cowboys fall short yet again in a big spot, and Jerry Jones is not happy
-Seattle's defense dominates in a suffocating win over the Eagles
-Who should be starting at QB for the Steelers?
-Breaking down the crowded AFC Wild Card picture
-Plus, Raiders no-show, Gore's milestone, Saints-Falcons, and who's the best WR in the NFL?
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 11. Which was a more important comeback: 49ers or Vikings? Are the Ravens the best team in NFL? How can Pats fix what’s ailing their offense? Cowboys or Eagles: who is NFC East favorite with 6 to play? Plus, the team out of the mix you don’t wanna face, are the Panthers still alive or done, is this a low-point for Redskins franchise, and the pleasant surprise from Week 11.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap a rollicking Week 10. The Steelers win their 4th in a row to solidify their standing in the playoff picture; Is it panic time for the Rams after another loss? What happened to the Saints in their loss at home to the Falcons? Mahomes is back, but are Chiefs in danger of losing division to Raiders? Plus, the Packers goaline stand, Browns beat the Bills, Colts lose to Dolphins, a sketchy no-call at the end of Cardinals-Bucs, Trubisky throws 3 TDs in win vs Lions, and the Jets are the kings of NY.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap a Sunday which saw four games go down to the wire. Was the result in Kansas City more of a great Chiefs win or bad Vikings loss? Are the Steelers legitimately in the playoff picture after beating the Colts? Russell Wilson pulls out another one for the Seahawks. Does Jon Gruden deserve some Coach of the Year love? Plus, the Packers shut down by Chargers; Deshaun Watson’ dominates in London; Gardner Minshew’s job security gets more tenuous; and things get worse for the Browns & Jets
Mike Tirico spends some time with Ravens QB Lamar Jackson as he gets ready to face the Patriots on Sunday Night Football. Jackson explains how his mom was essentially his first football coach, and why he gets his toughness from her. He also discusses the constant suggestions for him to change positions, and why he never wanted to switch away from being a QB. Plus, the QBs he looks up to and admires; why Tom Brady looks like he's on vacation in the pocket; explaining the "I hate running" & "Not bad for a running back" comments; why he gets mad watching old tape of himself; the story behind cajoling his coach to go for it on 4th & 2 vs the Seahawks.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 8: the Patriots & 49ers keep rolling, and it may be awhile until they finally lose; Drew Brees returned with a bang, and Tony thinks the Saints might actually be the best team; Matt Nagy is under fire for the way he handled the end of the Bears loss; plus, Jon Gruden compares Deshaun Watson to Michael Jordan, JJ Watt is out for the year, Minshew Mania ain't stopping yet, Philly runs over Buffalo, the Bucs are steamin mad, and Florio's nemesis returns to try and spook Sam Darnold.
Packers star QB Aaron Rodgers sits down with Mike Tirico to discuss his hot start to the season and how refreshing it's been to play with a new cast of characters in Green Bay. Plus, Rodgers jokes about being the 'old man' on the team (with a coach who's only 4 years younger), breaking in a young crop of WRs, his disappointment about missing a matchup with Patrick Mahomes, returning to Arrowhead to hopefully vanquish some ghosts, and whether he'd ditch the scotch to give Danica Patrick's wine a try.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 7:
-Aaron Rodgers lights up the Raiders
-How will the Chiefs be without Patrick Mahomes?
-Scale of 1-to-10, Tony is an 11 worried about the Bears
-How will Jalen Ramsey fit with the Rams
-Speed Round: Chargers suffer a brutal loss, nobody can score on the 49ers, the Colts beat the Texans, Lamar Jackson's sustainability, and Florio owes Kirk Cousins an apology
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 6. The 49ers shutdown the Rams to remain undefeated; on a scale of 1-to-10, how worried about the Cowboys should we be?; Why Russell Wilson took the lead in the MVP race; Deshaun Watson and the Texans storm into Kansas City and beat Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs; plus, Sam Darnold returns, Jameis & Mariota disappoint, Kirk Cousins wants to know if you like that, and the Browns are hurting
Mike Tirco, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, & Mike Florio break down Week 5. What has happened to the Cowboys the last 2 weeks? Are the Saints the best team in the NFC right now? What has gotten into Jon Gruden and the Raiders? Who is the best defense in the NFL? Plus Christian McCaffrey's MVP candidacy, AFC North ambivalence, the Vikings love each other, and pleasant surprises.
QB questions for teams with playoff aspirations dominate the narrative as Mike Tirco, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio recap Week 4. Do the Rams have a Jared Goff problem? Do the Vikings have a Kirk Cousins problem? What happens to the Bears if Mitchell Trubisky is out for an extended period? Plus, clutch wins for the Chiefs and Browns; the Bills hang tough with the Patriots; Gardener Minshew & Kyle Allen lead big road upsets; and the biggest bummer of the season to date.
With the 2019 World Track & Field Championships approaching, Mike Tirico chats with New York Times deputy sports editor Matthew Futterman about the state of the sport, the psyche of running marathons, and his new book "Running to the Edge" - a story about Bob Larsen, America's greatest running coach.
Mike Tirico is joined by Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio to recap Week 3 of the NFL season. On a day dominated by new faces at QB, no one came through as big as Daniel Jones did in Tampa; Jacoby Brissett's play has Colts fans forgetting Andrew Luck; after a loss in Kansas City, the Ravens have a ways to go to get to the level of the Chiefs and Patriots; is it time to start believing in the unbeaten Lions?; is there cause for concern in Philly?; how good is the Packers D?; can Teddy Bridgewater beat the Cowboys next week on SNF?
Mike Tirico sits down with Browns QB Baker Mayfield prior to Cleveland's SNF game against the LA Rams to discuss being the perceived savior for the long-suffering franchise, being brutally honest at all time, playing with Odell Beckham Jr, overcoming his fear of speaking in public, and how he used to be a strict rule follower. Plus, his thoughts on Brett Favre, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Russell Wilson, and LeBron James.
Mike Tirico, Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio break down all the major headlines from Week 2.
Ben Roethlisberger & Drew Brees go down with injuries - can the Steelers and Saints weather the storm if the star QBs are out long-term?; Replay review leaves more questions than answers; the 49ers and Bills are both 2-0 with a pair of road wins; can any of the 0-2 teams rebound?; Doug Marrone went for 2 and the win, but Rodney doesn't think it was smart; what's more likely - 16-0 Pats or 0-16 Dolphins?; do the Cowboys have a weakness?; and who had the best win & worst loss from Sunday?
Mike Tirico is joined by Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio to recap the first Sunday of the NFL season.
The Browns lost to the Titans by 30 but it might be the best thing for them; Initial impressions of Kyler Murray; Is the Cowboys offensive outburst today sustainable?; the Chiefs stomp the Jaguars; Do Jags need to find another QB with Nick Foles out? With addition of DeSean, do Eagles have an offensive weakness?; Did Lamar Jackson’s day make you a believer?; Most disappointing performance (other than Cleveland)? AB in New England: Boom or Bust?
With the NFL's 100th season approaching, Mike Tirico sits down with his NBC Football Night In America pals Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florio to preview the 2019 season. What will the Patriots look like post-Gronk? Can the league catch up to Patrick Mahomes? And is the Browns hype real? In the NFC, can the Rams overcome Todd Gurley's injury? How will the Aaron Rodgers-Matt LaFleur marriage work out? And should the Eagles or Cowboys be favored in the NFC East? Plus sleeper teams to watch in each conference.
On the eve of the US Open, Mike Tirico is joined at Pebble Beach by Jim Nantz (0:45). The two discuss Nantz making his home at Pebble, working the AT&T Pro-Am, and having a replica of the 7th hole in his backyard. Nantz also chats about what it's like to work with Tony Romo, and his attempt to earn his Tour card (7:30). Then, Peter Ueberroth talks about growing up caddying and the future of Pebble Beach (12:00). Finally, the CEO of the USGA, Mike Davis, discusses how the course expects to play this week during the US Open (15:00).
In an extensive discussion, Mike Tirico sits down with controversial former cycling champion Lance Armstrong. A seven-time Tour de France winner who later had his titles stripped, Armstrong discusses his career and the decisions he made throughout, and talks about how he sees things differently now than he did even a few years ago. Armstrong talks about why he got into cycling, recalls the first time he used a banned substance, and discusses the doping culture in the sport when he competed. In addition, Armstrong details surprising favorite memories of the Tour, his doping admission in a 2013 interview with Oprah Winfrey, and how he’d respond to a young athlete contemplating following a similar path to his. Armstrong also touches on his separation from Livestrong and what he does now to help others with cancer, why his podcasts are unique and “a lot of haters listen to the show,” and what’s next for him.
This conversation originally aired as a 30-minute commercial-free special on Wednesday, May 29 on NBCSN.
Following a wild, unprecedented, history-making finish to the Kentucky Derby, Mike Tirico is joined by NBC analysts Randy Moss & Jerry Bailey to sort out all the chaos. The guys discuss why the length of the review mattered (4:00); could Maximum Security's jockey have done anything to prevent the horse from changing his running lane (10:50)?; Bailey, a Hall of Fame jockey, wonders why the inquiry button wasn't hit prior to the objection from the jockeys (16:00); finally, they put Country House's shocking 65-to-1 long-shot into perspective and look ahead to what could lie ahead in the Preakness (23:30). Then, Mike is joined by Jay Privman from the Daily Racing Form to chat about why the reaction to this year's Derby has spanned so far & wide, and Country House's heavy schedule leading up to the Derby and his chances moving forward (28:30).
With the Kentucky Derby less than a week away, Mike Tirico is joined by Tim Layden from SI & NBC to preview this year's edition and why it's become such a cultural phenomenon (1:30). The guys also discuss the state of horse racing and how the industry has reacted to the horse fatalities in Santa Anita this past winter (7:30). Mike & Tim also chat about why the stories around the Derby entrants are so compelling (15:00). Finally, we take a trip down memory lane and relive the backstories behind some of the greatest longshot winners in Derby history, including Mine That Bird & Giacomo (19:10).
Russell Wilson joins Mike to discuss the goals of his latest endeavor, The Russell Wilson QB Academy, and more during the NFL offseason. One of Wilson's pupils, former Syracuse QB Eric Dungey, talks with Mike about how he hopes to prove himself after 38 starts in college, and no invite to the NFL Combine. It's definitely a treat to have a pair of Orangemen in the latest edition of The Mike Tirico Podcast.
With NBC’s coverage of the Arnold Palmer Invitation and the Players Championship up next on the PGA Tour schedule, it’s a perfect time for Mike to be joined by David Feherty to discuss not only those events but how the game has changed in recent years. While he hasn’t won a major in over a decade, Tiger Woods’ impact on the game is best represented by the latest generation of golfers, some of whom are scheduled to join Feherty later this month. With Mike, Feherty lists some of his favorite golfers to watch and touches on the significance of his native Northern Ireland’s first major championship in 70 years.
How does an idea for an alternative to the NFL become a real league in just 13 months? Charlie Ebersol was able to leverage his career in Television entertainment, launch the AAF along with Bill Polian and a number of incredible football minds, while drawing in millions of viewers who are starved for football after the Super Bowl. What is the future for the Alliance: Are they a developmental league, are they going to compete with the NFL head on? It’s exciting to sit down with Charlie now in the league’s first few weeks.
Counting down to Daytona 500 this weekend, no better person to join Mike than Rutledge Wood who details his career covering NASCAR, that all started with a love of cars at a young age. In addition to the action this weekend, the two discuss the exciting season ahead and why the sport has been in such a great place, and what it’s like to work with one of the best to ever do it, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
With just days until the Patriots and Rams face off in Atlanta, Mike is joined by Brent Musburger, who has covered just about every Super Bowl in NFL History. There will be nearly $5 billion in Super Bowl Sunday wagers, which tells you everything you need to know about the league's relationship with legalized sports betting. What better place to start with the Hall of Fame broadcaster, current voice of the Raiders and VSiN Lead Analyst than with one of his most cherished possessions, his signed photo with Joe Namath when the Jets QB predicted a victory in Super Bowl III?
More than just the son of a former NFL player turned NBC Analyst, Jac Collinsworth has carved his own path with ESPN and ProFootball Focus. Jac has aspired to be in broadcasting dating back to high school, and his time at Notre Dame helped make him ESPN’s go-to interviewer for the player profiles. On the heels of Conference Championship weekend Mike asks what Jac would do to improve the Saints/Rams outcome that left a bad taste for many NFL fans. Jac admits that Mike’s encouragement throughout his own broadcasting career has made him a better analyst. Mike will certainly take the credit!
This Sunday, January 20, marks the 20th anniversary of David Duval's heroic final round 59 on Sunday at the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic and on the call for the historic event was our own Mike Tirico. 20 years later, the two catch up and Mike asks how David sees the PGA Tour today, with Tiger Woods not the same player now he was then. Mike also makes his NFL Conference Championship picks after Football Night in America caps off another great NFL season.
Happy 2019 from the Mike Tirico Podcast! The Buffalo Bills fell short of returning to the playoffs, but Head Coach Sean McDermott says there is plenty to build on with the 6-10 record in 2018. Before previewing the divisional round of the playoffs, Mike asks Coach McDermott what he needs to do right now to prepare for free agency and the NFL Draft later this year. But first, Mike points out with so much turnover in the coaching ranks, McDermott will soon rise to the upper half of longest tenured coaches, despite just two seasons with Buffalo.
Taking center stage for both NBC Sports and the Mike Tirico Podcast over the holiday weeks is the NHL and the English Premier League. After Mike spent the college football season in South Bend with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, he gives pointers to the voice of the NHL on NBC, Doc Emrick before the Indiana native calls his first game inside Notre Dame Stadium. Mike will be on hand to host the Bruins and the Blackhawks on New Year’s Day. Then, Rebecca Lowe, Host of NBC’s Premier League Live, joins Mike to discuss the English Premier League and the comparisons it can draw to American sports and why Manchester United moved on from the mercurial Jose Mourinho. Wishing you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
The SportsCenter host and Mike’s former radio partner joins the podcast to review the year in sports for 2018. Mike asks SVP how big legal sports gambling has been on how we watch and talk sports, plus how this year’s College Football Playoff opens the floor for more than just playoff expansion. Speaking of the playoff, Mike is joined by NBC’s Chris Simms to discuss Notre Dame’s match up with Clemson in the Cotton Bowl, the semi-final for the National Championship. With his work on Football Night in America, Mike had to ask Chris about the NFL season and you’ll be surprised to hear who Chris has pegged as the No 1 team in the AFC with 2 weeks of the regular season left.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017, Kurt Warner, joins Mike to discuss the current NFL season and what advice he has for some of the best QBs in the league right now. Since joining Westwood One and NFL Network after his playing days, Kurt has enjoyed the storylines that are essential to broadcasting games. As long as the NFL continues to adapt more wrinkles from college football, one of Mike’s favorite discussions is identifying what works best at both levels. (15:30) Pete Thamel of Yahoo Sports identifies some of those wrinkles, and the trends in coaching that are worth keeping an eye on as the College Football Playoffs are fast approaching.
The former Coach with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Indianapolis Colts has brought his perspective as an analyst, joining Mike and Rodney Harrison for Football Night In America. Coach Dungy has some thoughts on the modern NFL and a pass happy offense with the playoffs soon approaching. Mike and Coach Dungy weighs in on the Packers’ surprising decision to move on from Head Coach Mike McCarthy mid-season.
The 14x Emmy Award Winner analyst of Sunday Night Football joins Mike Tirico to discuss the changing trend of a pass-happy NFL, which should be on full display for the Chargers and Steelers for Week 13. Mike asks Cris about the influence of data and analytics on the NFL and continues that conversation with Steve Palazzolo, Senior Analyst and Director of Video Content for Pro Football Focus.
Head Coach of #3 Notre Dame, Brian Kelly, and Dale Earnhardt Jr, NASCAR's Most Popular Driver for an unprecedented 15 consecutive years join Mike this week. Before previewing Saturday's game, Coach Kelly discusses his path leading up to becoming one of the most popular people in all of South Bend, Indiana. Dale Jr, now an Analyst for NASCAR on NBC, counts down to the NASCAR Championship from Miami. NBC's final 2018 broadcast of Fighting Irish Football kicks off Saturday at 2:30p ET. The season long Monster Energy Cup will culminate with a winner take all race this Sunday beginning on NBC at 2:30p ET.
Without the confines of live television, Mike jumped at an opportunity to ask Rodney Harrison about how football is played now compared to how it was played when one of the most physical players to ever play the position was in the league. After 15 NFL seasons, Rodney provides his insight on what makes a championship team, and why his former teammate, Tom Brady, is still one of the best in the NFL at 41 years old.
Al Michaels, the 5x Emmy Award Winning Broadcaster for Sunday Night Football, has been on more live sports broadcasts than anyone else in television history. Mike goes back to Al's greatest moments and what he remembers most over his more than 40 years broadcasting. Counting down to Patriots-Packers on Sunday Night Football, Al compares the Brady vs Rodgers matchup to the greatest games he's ever been a part of.
Super Bowl MVP Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers joins Mike to discuss his getaway during the Bye week, his friendship with Brett Favre and his thoughts on Tom Brady, his opponent for Week 9's Sunday Night Football matchup. Mike also welcomes in Paul Azinger (21:30), the former PGA Tour Champion Winner and new lead golf analyst for NBC Sports. Azinger talks about his upcoming role in covering The Open, The Tokyo Olympics and many more PGA Tour events for Golf Channel.
Fred Gaudelli, the 22-time Emmy award winning Super Bowl and Sunday Night Football Executive Producer, joins Mike to discuss his role behind the scenes and his most memorable Al Michaels moment and the single-best football game he's ever covered.
Guest Michele Tafoya (1:45) discusses the nuances of being a sideline reporter, including reporting on Texans DE J.J. Watt,what it’s like to be in a production meeting with Patriots QB Tom Brady and her favorite Brady production meeting anecdote. Gary Myers (15:15) talks about his new book, How ‘Bout Them Cowboys?, taking readers inside the huddle with the stars and legends of the Dallas Cowboys.