Best Rece Davis Podcasts (2025)

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Bill Belichick and Dabo Swinney go head to head with Rece Davis + CFP 16 team format ? 1:36:33

15d ago1:36:33

1:36:33

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel explore the potential future of the College Football Playoff format heading into 2026. They delve into the possibility of expanding to a 16-team playoff and discuss the SEC’s openness to participating in a broader format. Also on the pod, Rece Davis sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Dabo Swinney and Bil…

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College Game Day Podcast: Bill Belichick and Dabo Swinney go head to head with Rece Davis + CFP 16 team format ? 1:36:33

15d ago1:36:33

1:36:33

Rece Davis and Pete Thamel explore the potential future of the College Football Playoff format heading into 2026. They delve into the possibility of expanding to a 16-team playoff and discuss the SEC’s openness to participating in a broader format. Also on the pod, Rece Davis sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Dabo Swinney and Bil…

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L.A. Protests and the NBA’s Storytelling Problem. Plus: Logan Murdock on Gen Z Hoopers. 1:16:04

22m ago1:16:04

1:16:04

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel tackle some leftover 'The Simpsons' vs. 'The Cosby Show' thoughts in today's J-School (0:47), before they are joined by Logan Murdock to discuss The Athletic's anonymous players survey, why the NBA keeps finding itself in the crosshairs of criticism, and ESPN's biggest mistake while broadcasting the Finals. Th…

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PMS 2.0 1359 - Pacers Win NBA Finals Game 3, Adam Schefter, 49ers GM John Lynch, Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, Henrik Lundquist, Quentin Richardson, & AJ Hawk 2:55:26

21m ago2:55:26

2:55:26

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s incredible game 3 of the NBA Finals that saw the Pacers take a 2-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder will unbelievable performances from Tyrese Haliburton, TJ McConnell, and Ben Mathurin. They also discuss everything happening around the sports world. They are also joined by fi…

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PMS 2.0 1358 - Quentin Richardson, Shams Charania, Jeff Teague, Udonis Haslem, Darius Butler 2:27:29

21h ago2:27:29

2:27:29

On today's show, Pat, Quentin Richardson, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from the Morris Bicentennial Plaza outside Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 3 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the first hour, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joins us live on set to break down where thing…

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PMS 2.0 1357 - Shams Charania, Mark Messier, Peter Schrager, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 3:11:09

2d ago3:11:09

3:11:09

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals that saw the Florida Panthers take it to the Edmonton Oilers in a decisive 6-1 victory, plus chat about Trey Hendrickson, TJ Watt, Terry McLaurin, and a few other notable players not attending mandatory minicamp in search of new contracts.…

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Always College Football: McElroy says “The sky is not falling” as College Football’s future evolves 52:31

28m ago52:31

52:31

The House Settlement got its final approval and Greg McElroy is here to tell you what it means for college football, who gets paid, roster limits and if it will bring "competitive balance” to the sport. McElroy also talks about the importance of the College Sports Commission and maybe the unintended consequences it might have. Plus, we look at the …

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What the $2.8B Settlement Means for College Football + Brian Kelly Interview 58:06

3h ago58:06

58:06

On June 6th, Judge Claudia Wilken approved a deal between the NCAA, its most powerful conferences, and lawyers representing all Division I athletes. Paving the way for schools to pay players directly for the first time. This landmark moment seems poised to change the landscape of college athletics, especially NCAA football. Rece Davis and Pete Tham…

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Trump-Musk Fallout and ESPN's Finals Coverage. Plus: Alan Siegel on 'The Simpsons.' 1:08:23

3d ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David parse through the very public Donald Trump–Elon Musk breakup (0:41) before sharing some notes on Games 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals; Warner Bros. Discovery, which is splitting into two companies; ABC's Terry Moran's suspension; and a hefty edition of "sliding doors" metaphors (15:28). Finally, The Ringer's Alan …

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PMS 2.0 1356 - Ian Rapoport, Quentin Richardson, Jim Harbaugh, Pete Thamel, Kenny Albert, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 2:30:51

3d ago2:30:51

2:30:51

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are break down everything that happened over an incredible sports weekend including the Oklahoma City Thunder evening the NBA Finals at one game a piece after a masterful performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Florida Panthers evening the Stanley Cup Finals at one game a piece after …

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Always College Football: Everything’s BIGGER in Texas + Vegas win totals for BIG 12, ACC & SEC 1:04:25

6d ago1:04:25

1:04:25

Joey McGuire has Texas Tech at levels not seen since Mike Leach was roaming the sidelines in Lubbock. McGuire joins the show to talk about Texas Tech’s rise, how the Red Raiders have approached the transfer portal, lessons learned from his first 3 seasons, the depth of the BIG 12, and recruiting in Texas (and he shares an amazing story). Plus McElr…

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PMS 2.0 1355 - LIVE From Cary, NC at TST with Wayne Gretzky, Johnny Damon, Chris Paul & Clint Dempsey 2:14:39

7d ago2:14:39

2:14:39

On today's show, Pat, AJ, and the boys are LIVE once again from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament coming off a MASSIVE 2-0 Day 1 for Concafa SC. We recap Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final that saw the Oilers come back and win 4-3 in OT over the Florida Panthers, and look ahead to Game 1 of the NBA Finals where Tyrese Haliburton & the Pacers w…

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25 for 25: Noah Eagle. Plus, NBA Finals Notes, and WaPo Becomes HuffPo. 1:34:18

7d ago1:34:18

1:34:18

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel discuss some NBA Finals thoughts, Oklahoma City as a host city, reports of Doris Burke's uncertain future in ESPN's broadcast booth, Cam'ron the journalist, and more (2:47). Then they discuss The Washington Post's puzzling new strategy and Pablo Torre's Bill Belichick–Jordon Hudson investigation (30:05). Then …

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Ryan Williams Talks EA SPORTS College Football 26 + Is The CFP's 5+11 Model The Best? 1:05:35

8d ago1:05:35

1:05:35

Pete Thamel and ESPN senior writer Dan Wetzel break down the SEC’s push to have its grueling schedule factor more heavily into the College Football Playoff. They dive into whether the new 5+11 format truly rewards the best teams, especially with strength of schedule still a murky metric. The duo also weighs in on the uncertain future of the USC–Not…

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PMS 2.0 1354 - LIVE From Cary, NC at TST With Sheamus, Jozy Altidore, Pat Maroon, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 2:07:04

8d ago2:07:04

2:07:04

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament following a massive opening game victory for Concafa SC. They chat about everything happening in the sports world including previewing tonight’s game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, everything happening around the NFL, MLB, and TST as a w…

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PMS 2.0 1353 - Quentin Richardson, Marty Smith, Ian Rapoport, US Open Qualifier Dr. Matthew Vogt, Shams Charania, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 3:19:54

9d ago3:19:54

3:19:54

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the different sports going on as we anticipate the start of the NBA and NHL Finals, chat about TST and Concafa SC which will be taking the pitch tomorrow in Cary, NC, and much more. Joining the show to preview the NBA Finals is co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 13 year NBA…

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Always College Football: Top 10 Defenses ENTERING the 2025 season! 1:03:44

3h ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Defense wins championships so we decided to go down and rank the Top 10 defenses entering the 2025 season. Notre Dame, Penn State, Ohio State and Clemson all welcome in new defensive coordinators - what impact will that have early next year? Texas might have their best defense EVER, Alabama is returning A TON of production while Georgia and Oklahom…

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PMS 2.0 1352 - Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle, Jeff Passan, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 2:21:16

10d ago2:21:16

2:21:16

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pacers officially eliminating the Knicks in 6 games to advance to the NBA Finals, the energy and excitement around the state and Indianapolis especially, as well everything else happening around the world of sports including the MLB, college baseball, and college softball, and l…

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Farewell to the NBA On TNT. Plus: Mark Kriegel on Mike Tyson and the Future of Sports Biographies. 1:51:20

10d ago1:51:20

1:51:20

Hello media consumers! This week, Bryan and David discuss a bevy of “now they tell us” stories, some from the NBA and some from Washington (1:00), before coining a new segment called the “Pulled Punch Effect” (26:00). Then, they share a few more listener-submitted “sliding doors” metaphors (30:00), before Bryan is joined by Mark Kriegel to discuss …

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PMS 2.0 1351 - Feel Good Friday With Matthew Tkachuk, Peter Schrager, Ian Rapoport, & AJ Hawk 2:32:52

13d ago2:32:52

2:32:52

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Knicks forcing a game 6 against the Pacers in Indianapolis on Saturday, and Pat addresses the situation that arose with John Cougar Mellencamp, they also dive into the Oilers eliminating the Stars in 5 games and setting up a Stanley Cup Finals rematch with the Florida Panthers. Joining the sho…

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PMS 2.0 1350 - NBA and NHL Playoffs Game 5 Previews, Jamal Crawford, Pat Maroon, NLL Superstar Chase Fraser, & AJ Hawk 2:41:56

14d ago2:41:56

2:41:56

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Thunder eliminating the Wolves and officially making it to the NBA Finals after a complete and utter domination, as well as the Florida Panthers eliminating the Canes and reaching the Stanley Cup Finals for the third straight season, as well as all the other news floating around the NFL and…

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Always College Football: Marcus Freeman on Notre Dame’s quest + SEC meeting takeaways 49:09

5d ago49:09

49:09

Marcus Freeman joins the show and talks about Notre Dame’s quest for a National Championship, how the Irish have stayed focused, lessons learned from a LONG season, the rivalry against USC, what the QB competition looks like heading into summer and much more. Plus, the SEC Meetings have concluded and McElroy looks at the straight seeding model adop…

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The Democrats Are (Still) Looking for the Left’s Joe Rogan. Plus: Texas Barbecue Rankings! 1:01:47

14d ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel return on this Thursday edition of the podcast to discuss the Democrats’ deliberate investment in building a liberal infrastructure of influencers, podcasters, and new media (23:00). Then, they discuss the state of podcast interviews and whether or not listeners are making distinctions between the kinds of sho…

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PMS 2.0 1349 - Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 Recap, JJ Watt LIVE In Studio, Quentin Richardson, Peter Schrager, Cornell Lacrosse National Champion CJ Kirst, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 3:43:14

15d ago3:43:14

3:43:14

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are joined LIVE in studio by future first ballot Hall of Famer JJ Watt, recapping last night’s Game 4 victory for the Indiana Pacers over the New York Knicks, Pat’s promo at the game, and everything else in the sports world. In the first hour, 13-year NBA Vet Quentin Richardson joins the progrum to …

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The Reign of the Three-Man Booth, Why ‘Mission: Impossible’ Is Getting a Pass, and More Sliding Doors Metaphors 53:50

16d ago53:50

53:50

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David come to you on this Press Box Monday (Tuesday) edition with some thoughts on the NBA’s gradual acceptance of the three-man announcer booth (1:30), Elon Musk’s media blitz (13:00), the coverage and criticism of the latest installment in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise (24:00), more sliding doors metaphors …

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PMS 2.0 1348 - Game 4 Tuesday LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse with Shams Charania, Peter Schrager, Hans Perez, Darius Butler 2:09:29

16d ago2:09:29

2:09:29

On today's show, Pat, Peter Schrager, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from outside the Gainbridge Fieldhouse ahead of Game 4 between the Indiana Pacers & the New York Knicks. In the first hour, we preview tonight's action, including the return to the arena by Tyrese Haliburton's dad, John Haliburton, and recap Game 4 that saw the Oklahoma City…

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PMS 2.0 1347 - Indianapolis 500 Preview With Ryan McGee LIVE In Studio, Quentin Richardson, Ian Rapoport, & AJ Hawk 2:23:14

20d ago2:23:14

2:23:14

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss both of last night’s playoff blowouts including the Thunder once again manhandling the Timberwolves, and the Panthers routing the Canes 5-0, before previewing tonight’s Pacers/Knicks and Oilers/Stars games. Joining the progrum LIVE in studio to preview the Indianapolis 500 and everything going on …

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Always College Football: Lincoln Riley talks rivalries, recruiting & the Trojans future 40:45

12d ago40:45

40:45

Lincoln Riley joins the show to talk about USC getting back on top, what he learned in his first season in the BIG 10, the recruiting surge that the Trojans have been on and the changes that come with the evolution of college football. Plus, conference expansion has already cost us more rivalries than football fans care to admit. McElroy talks abou…

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PMS 2.0 1346 - Rest In Peace Jim Irsay, Former Nuggets Head Coach Michael Malone, Bruce Arians, Lord Stanley's Cup, Heather Dinich, & AJ Hawk 2:39:32

21d ago2:39:32

2:39:32

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the tragic news of Colts owner Jim Irsay’s sudden passing, and reflect on one of the most unique, giving, philanthropic humans of all-time. They also discuss the Pacers having one of if not the greatest comeback in NBA playoff history last night to steal game 1 from the Knicks in MSG in overtime, …

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Tyrese Haliburton Goes Full Reggie Miller. Plus: A Final Farewell to ‘Around the Horn.’ 58:31

21d ago58:31

58:31

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel are back on this Press Box Thursday Edition to discuss peak sports media beef (2:00), Reggie Miller’s unique perspective on the Eastern Conference finals and Tyrese Haliburton’s choke sign (17:00), and Draymond Green being added to ‘Inside the NBA’ for the ECF (23:00). Then, they discuss another wave of pieces…

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PMS 2.0 1345 - Tom Cruise Wednesday With Jamal Crawford, Tom Cruise, Kyle Larson LIVE In The ThunderDome, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 2:21:14

22d ago2:21:14

2:21:14

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys talk about everything surrounding the NBA & NHL Conference finals, and much much more. In the first hour, we are joined by a man who needs no introduction, the greatest movie star of all time, Tom Cruise to chat about what led to him becoming a movie star, what he loves about movies, his wor…

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PMS 2.0 1344 - Peter Schrager, Quentin Richardson, Bubba Watson LIVE In The ThunderDome, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk 2:50:49

23d ago2:50:49

2:50:49

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss tonight’s playoff games in both the NHL and NBA, as well as all the different rules changes coming out of the owner’s meetings, and the flag football decision with players being able to play in the Olympics, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager to chat abou…

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