Archive for November 2013
Rams’ Chris Long talks about difficulties playing against his brother
Rams defensive end Chris Long joined the show to talk about facing his brother Kyle last weekend and more. Long said that he had to view his brother as another player and that it was awkward. Long also talked about his Thanksgiving schedule as he approaches the stretch run of the season.
Read MoreRich Eisen says Tony Romo should get more respect
NFL Network host Rich Eisen joined the show to preview this week’s games and more. Eisen and Dan debate where Tony Romo fits in the ranking of elite quarterbacks. And there’s some interesting broadcaster cold-weather etiquette tidbits.
Read MoreNorthern Illinois’ Jordan Lynch comments on Heisman race, BCS picture
Northern Illinois quarterback Jordan Lynch (@Jordanlynch06) joined the show to talk about his season and chances of winning the Heisman. Dan asked if he would vote for himself for Heisman. “Yes,” Lynch said. Then Dan asked if he wouldn’t vote for himself, then who? Lynch mentioned two candidates: A.J. McCarron and Boston College running back…
Read MoreNorthern Illinois uses the famous Dan Patrick play
Chandler Jones on Pats’ comeback win, meeting Brady, fighting his brother
New England Patriots defensive end Chandler Jones joining the show to talk about his season and their big comeback win over the Broncos. Jones said there was yelling in his locker room at halftime — he yelled for one because he was so frustrated. Jones said the win was huge because it showed people at…
Read MoreBrent Musburger on his changing view of Manziel’s NFL prospects
ESPN college football broadcaster Brent Musburger joined the show to talk about the college football season. He is calling Texas A&M-Missouri this weekend and had high praise for Johnny Manziel. Musburger said he originally thought Manziel wasn’t necessarily built for the NFL, but he may be changing his mind: “The more you watch him, you…
Read MoreChris Mannix on Lakers future after Kobe extension
Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix joined the show to talk about Kobe Bryant’s contract extension. Mannix said that the Lakers seem to be in jeopardy of facing major defensive problems — with Nash and Kobe they couldn’t stop people with “three Dikembe Mutombo’s.” Mannix also had very interesting comments on Kevin Love. He said young stars…
Read MoreMike Wise: RGIII overpraised last year, ripped unfairly this season
Washington Post columnist Mike Wise joined the show to talk about the problems in Washington and the criticism Robert Griffin III is getting. Wise said that Griffin probably got too much praise his rookie season. “He sort of became the Messiah in Cleats,” Wise said. Wise’s problem is the character assassination. He said people act…
Read MoreRacing in the Streets … Chicago style
Vote on MVD, help Stand Up To Cancer
This holiday season we are partnering with Stand Up To Cancer’s Ugly Sweater campaign help fight cancer, and decide this year’s MVD. Now through December 23, the Danettes will be competing to see who can raise the most money for Stand Up To Cancer all while wearing their Ugly Sweaters. The Danette who raises the most…
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