Archive for August 2013
Ethan Hawke explains how he helped Denzel win Oscar for Training Day
Actor Ethan Hawke joined the show to talk about his new movie “The Getaway” and to look back at some of his old movies. He talked with Dan about how awful kissing scenes are to make. And he shared a very interesting take on his role opposite of Denzel Washington in Training Day.
Read Morenot sure money will be effective to help solve concussion problem
FOX college football analyst Eddie George joined the show to talk about the NFL’s settlement with retired players and the big storylines in college football. George, a four-time Pro Bowler with the Tennessee Titans, said he didn’t join the lawsuit because he isn’t sure what the money will do. He said that money may not…
Read MoreWho’s gonna guard deep-shot Danny?
Tony Dungy explains why he wasn’t part of concussion lawsuit
NBC NFL analyst Tony Dungy joined the show to talk about the NFL’s settlement on concussion issues. Dungy said he had two concussions while he was playing, but “it’s part of the game.” He said he wasn’t part of the lawsuit and said he didn’t need the help. But he’s glad those who do need…
Read MoreMike Florio says NFL owners should wear ‘ski masks’ after settlement
Profootballtalk.com’s Mike Florio joined the show to talk about the NFL’s $765 million settlement with former players on concussions. Florio said the NFL owners should be wearing “ski masks” because they got a great deal here. He said this money is nothing to buy good PR and hold off future litigation. But Florio pointed out…
Read MoreJim McMahon says he’s feeling better, no longer has thoughts of suicide
Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon joined the show to talk about the NFL’s settlement with former players, including himself. McMahon said he’s feeling a lot better now because one doctor helped figure out what was going on. There was a blockage in his neck and spinal fluid was leaking into his brain. They fixed…
Read MoreDan is ready to take Ice Cube on in one-on-one
Dan nails the Stat of the Day Trifecta, including surprising Peyton fact
Peyton Manning explains why he did “Football on Your Phone” video, his future, and his goals
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning joined the show to talk about the upcoming season. Here are some of his takes: — Manning had some interesting comments on his “Football on Your Phone” DIRECTV commercial. The rap video has been a complete sellout by me and my brother. We’ve sold our souls. When DIRECTV pitched the…
Read MoreClay Travis said lesson from Manziel is “get paid in cash”
Outkickthecoverage.com’s Clay Travis joined the show to talk about Johnny Manziel and the beginning of the college football season. Travis said the NCAA’s half-game suspension is about as light as they could go. “The real lesson for big time college football and basketball players is get paid in cash,” Travis said. Travis said there’s also…
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