A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray

NFL Week 4 was absolute chaos — and Maggie Gray has her latest Stock Up / Stock Down report on the biggest winners, losers and storylines around the league on the newest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a podcast for sports fans. 📈 STOCK UP: LAS VEGAS RAIDERS The Raiders lost to the Kansas City Chiefs on a last-second field goal, but Maggie isn't backing off her belief in Las Vegas. The Raiders made mistakes that can be corrected, showed they can compete with one of the NFL's best teams and proved their 3-0 start was NOT a fluke. With Kirk Cousins and first-year head coach Klint Kubiak, can the Raiders stay in the AFC playoff race? 📈 STOCK UP: DRAKE MAYE After looking like he had lost confidence in a brutal loss to Jacksonville, Drake Maye bounced back in a huge way against the Buffalo Bills. The Patriots quarterback took advantage of a vulnerable Buffalo secondary and looked like a completely different player. Maggie argues that beating the Bills may have saved both Maye's season and the Patriots' season. 📈 STOCK UP: DALLAS COWBOYS OFFENSE Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb put on a show against the Houston Texans. Lamb finished with 17 catches for 189 yards, and the Cowboys offense came through when Dallas desperately needed it. 📉 STOCK DOWN: HOUSTON TEXANS DEFENSE Houston is 0-4, and Maggie believes the defense deserves much of the blame. Could the Texans' struggles open the door for the Jacksonville Jaguars to take control of the AFC South — and potentially put themselves in position to chase the No. 1 seed, a first-round bye and home-field advantage? 📉 STOCK DOWN: LAMAR JACKSON INJURY The Ravens got the win over Tennessee, but Lamar Jackson left with an ankle sprain. Baltimore is already adjusting to a new head coach and offensive coordinator. Could missing time put Lamar and the Ravens behind? 📉 STOCK DOWN: NEW YORK JETS Maggie absolutely eviscerates the Jets after their offense produced a historically bad performance against the Chicago Bears and backup quarterback Tyson Bagent. New York's offense took a massive step backward and raised even more questions about where this team is headed. 📉 STOCK DOWN: PHILADELPHIA EAGLES The Eagles appeared to have the Rams beaten after building a 10-point fourth-quarter lead. Then the offense completely disappeared. Los Angeles scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns to steal the game, leaving Philadelphia with another frustrating loss — even with the Eagles battling significant injuries. ⚾ MLB PLAYOFFS: PADRES IN SERIOUS TROUBLE Maggie also dives into the Padres' brutal 0-2 start against the Milwaukee Brewers in their best-of-five playoff series. Game 1 featured a bizarre moment when a ball that looked destined to become the go-ahead home run hit the roof and dropped into Milwaukee outfielder Jackson Chourio's glove for an out. Then in Game 2, Padres closer Mason Miller walked three batters before giving up the game-winning single to Chourio. San Diego now faces a massive uphill climb. Raiders. Drake Maye. Kirk Cousins. Chiefs. Patriots. Bills. Cowboys. CeeDee Lamb. Texans. Jaguars. Lamar Jackson. Ravens. Jets. Eagles. Rams. Padres. Brewers. It's all on the newest A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. time codes: 1:45 Why I was impressed with the Las Vegas Raiders even though they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes 7:02 New england Patriots quarterback Drake Maye saved his season with a win over the Buffalo Bills 11:45 How will the Buffalo Bills handle their first taste of adversity 13:25 The Dallas Cowboys offense had a great day against the Houston Texans defense 15:51 The Houston Texans defense is costing them games 17:35 Are the Jacksonville Jaguars going to win the AFC south easily and grab the AFC's top seed? 20:30 Joe Burrow throws two bad interceptions and loses JaMarr Chase to a concussion 21:19 DRAFTKINGS! 23:45 The New York Jets offense took major steps back in a loss to the Chicago Bears 28:39 The Philadelphia Eagles blew a ten point fourth quarter lead to the Los Angeles Rams 32:23 the New York Giants are in first place in the NFC east for the first time in over a decade 35:14 time for the Arizona Cardinals to bench Jacoby Brissett and start Carson Beck 36:49 Lamar Jackson sprained his ankle, why it would be bad if he has to miss time 39:25 the Green Bay Packers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but it doesn't make anyone more confident in head coach Matt La Fleur 43:07 WAYFAIR! 45:40 how can the San Diego Padres recover from their two losses to the Milwaukee Brewers 48:47 Austin Wells the catcher for the New York Yankees got over aggressive and it cost his team dearly Subscribe for more NFL analysis, MLB reaction, sports debate, interviews and Maggie's Stock Up / Stock Down.

Tom Brady has won seven Super Bowls, built one of the most recognizable brands in sports history and achieved virtually everything an athlete could dream of. But what happens when Tom Brady no longer has football to chase? New York Times bestselling author and former Sports Illustrated senior writer Lars Anderson joins Maggie Gray on **A Must Win Game** to talk about his new book, *Brady: An American Story and the Price of Greatness*, and the fascinating life of Tom Brady after retirement. Lars and Maggie take a deep look at Brady's post-football life, including what may be driving him now that the pursuit of championships is over. They discuss the Netflix Roast of Tom Brady and why Lars believes agreeing to participate was a major mistake for Brady. Has Tom Brady been searching for something since walking away from football? How has he handled fame throughout his career? And how was he able to become arguably the most famous player in the NFL without allowing celebrity to get in the way of winning? Lars also shares his belief that Tom Brady will get married again and discusses what the next chapter of Brady's life could look like. Plus, Maggie has her latest **Stock Up / Stock Down**. 📈 **STOCK UP: New York Yankees** The Yankees advanced in the American League Wild Card despite Aaron Judge not being on the roster, raising questions about what New York can accomplish heading into the postseason — and whether something has gone seriously wrong in Boston after the Red Sox's disappointing finish to the season. 📈 **SHOCKING STOCK UP: Jerry Jones & the Dallas Cowboys** Maggie gives Jerry Jones and the Cowboys a surprising Stock Up after Dallas traded for cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to address a major weakness in the secondary. Tom Brady. Life after football. The Netflix Roast. Fame. Winning. The price of greatness. The Yankees. The Red Sox. Jerry Jones. Joey Porter Jr. It's all on the newest episode of **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray**. Time stamps 1:54 Stock Up NEW YORK YANKEES 4:02 the disappointing Red Sox 7:32 why the Tampa Bay Rays will be a much harder assignment for the Yankees 11:04 Stock up JERRY JONES AND THE DALLAS COWBOYS 14:04 Why the Joey Porter Junior trade could save their season 16:50 DRAFTKINGS 19:14 Author Lars Anderson joins the show to talk about his new book profiling Tom Brady 21:08 Tom Brady’s biggest mistake since retiring and What is Brady searching for in his retirement? 24:54 How Brady has navigated fame 33:44 Will Tom Brady get married again? 37:09 Was Tom Brady a mentor to younger quarterbacks 43:11 the sacrifices Brady made to chase greatness and winning 44:08 WAYFAIR 45:59 BYE Subscribe for more sports interviews, NFL analysis, MLB reaction and Maggie's weekly Stock Up / Stock Down.

The Las Vegas Raiders are 3-0, and former Raiders CEO Amy Trask joins Maggie Gray on A Must Win Game to explain what has changed inside the organization. After going 3-14 last season, the Raiders have opened the 2026 NFL season with three straight wins. Kirk Cousins has played extremely well, while the organization has also added new voices to the coaching staff and behind the scenes — including minority owner Tom Brady. So what is actually different about the Raiders? Amy Trask gives Maggie Gray her perspective on the Raiders' culture, leadership, coaching changes and Tom Brady's role within the organization. And then there's the biggest question surrounding Las Vegas: Fernando Mendoza. The Raiders selected Mendoza No. 1 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, but Kirk Cousins' strong start has created a fascinating quarterback dilemma. Is there pressure to get the No. 1 overall pick onto the field? Should the Raiders continue riding with Cousins? And what does the development of Mendoza look like if Las Vegas continues winning? Amy also takes Maggie inside her memories of John Madden, including one of her favorite memories of the legendary Raiders coach. She explains why Madden meant so much to the organization — and why she won't be seeing the new movie about John Madden and Al Davis. Plus, Maggie gives the New York Giants a STOCK DOWN after their trade for J.J. McCarthy and explains why the move raises questions about the Giants' quarterback situation. New York acquired McCarthy from Minnesota for a 2027 fifth-round pick, while Jameis Winston remains the team's starting quarterback. And Maggie gives the Chicago Bears a STOCK UP after 38-year-old veteran Case Keenum delivered an incredible performance against the Philadelphia Eagles. In his first regular-season action since 2023, Keenum completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for a score in Chicago's 27-7 victory. Amy Trask. The Raiders. Tom Brady. Fernando Mendoza. John Madden. J.J. McCarthy. Case Keenum. It's all on the newest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. time stamps 1:24 Stock down New York Giants 12:05 Stock up Case Keenum of the Chicago Bears 17:38 DRAFTKINGS 20:26 former Raiders CEO Amy Trask joins the show! 30:44 Will the Raiders feel pressure to start Fernando Mendoza this season? 32:34 What it would mean to beat the Chiefs and move to 4-0 38:04 Why Amy will not see the new John Madden movie 40:51 WAYFAIR 41:48 DRAFTKINGS MATCHUP BREAKDOWN #AmyTrask #Raiders #LasVegasRaiders #TomBrady #FernandoMendoza #NFL #JohnMadden #JJMcCarthy #CaseKeenum #MaggieGrayy

NFL Week 3 was absolute chaos — and Maggie Gray has a LOT to say about it. The biggest question: WHAT HAPPENED TO DRAKE MAYE? The Patriots quarterback was an MVP runner-up and led New England to the Super Bowl last season. Three games into 2026, Maye has just one touchdown and six interceptions after a brutal 35-6 loss to Jacksonville. Is his shoulder still affecting him? Could the injury become a bigger issue? Or has the weight of expectations started to affect Maye’s confidence and decision-making? Maggie also gives a STOCK DOWN to the Dallas Cowboys after their stunning 34-31 loss to the Ravens. Dallas had seven seconds to defend Lamar Jackson — and still allowed Jackson to hit Zay Flowers for 27 yards, setting up a 56-yard game-winning field goal. The Los Angeles Chargers also get a STOCK DOWN after falling to 0-3 despite forcing FIVE turnovers from Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. Maggie asks whether Justin Herbert is making enough winning plays when the pressure is highest. Then there’s a STOCK UP for Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy. The former Packers quarterback and head coach reunited in Pittsburgh, and the Steelers offense finally showed some explosiveness in a wild 30-27 win over Cincinnati. Plus: • The Houston Texans fall to 0-3 and the offense looks completely lost • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers drop to 0-3 and Baker Mayfield suffers a dislocated right thumb that will be evaluated with an MRI • The Las Vegas Raiders are 3-0 with Kirk Cousins — but Maggie is reserving judgment until they face Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Week 4 • The biggest winners, losers and questions coming out of NFL Week 3 This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a podcast for sports fans who want strong opinions, big questions and honest conversations about the biggest stories in sports. TIME STAMPS 00:39 STOCK DOWN DALLAS COWBOYS DEFENSE 07:02 STOCK DOWN LOS ANGELES CHARGERS 16:51 STOCK DOWN DRAKE MAYE OF THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 23:20 DRAFTKINGS 26:31 STOCK UP AARON RODGERS AND MIKE MCCARTHY OF THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS 32:19 STOCK DOWN HOUSTON TEXANS 35:09 STOCK DOWN BAKER MAYFIELD AND THE TAMPA BAY BUCCANEARS 38:18 STOCK UP LAS VEGAS RAIDERS

Dan Fouts joins A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray to talk about the new HBO documentary Miller Night Football and the wildly unconventional Monday Night Football broadcast booth featuring Fouts, Al Michaels and comedian Dennis Miller. The documentary revisits Miller's controversial run in the MNF booth beginning in 2000. Fouts also weighs in on his former team, the Los Angeles Chargers, who are off to an 0-2 start. What is going wrong for Justin Herbert and the Chargers? Fouts believes the team isn't recovering from negative plays early in games — and that those mistakes can create a snowball effect. He also explains what he would tell Herbert if the Chargers quarterback called him looking for advice. Plus, Fouts talks about his former college team, the Oregon Ducks, ahead of their huge rivalry matchup against No. 12 USC. Oregon enters the game 2-1 while USC is 4-0. Then Maggie welcomes The Athletic Yankees beat writer Brendan Kuty to discuss the latest drama surrounding Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone. Judge's right calf injury has put his availability for the Yankees' Wild Card Series against Boston in serious doubt. Boone initially said the Yankees were planning as if Judge would not play, while more recent comments have left the door open. In this episode: Dan Fouts on Miller Night Football The Dennis Miller, Al Michaels and Dan Fouts MNF booth What really happened behind the scenes Why the Chargers are 0-2 Dan Fouts' advice for Justin Herbert The Chargers' problem with negative plays Oregon vs. USC DRAFTKINGS MATCHUP BREAKDOWN Brendan Kuty on the latest Yankees news Aaron Judge's injury Aaron Judge vs. Aaron Boone? Yankees playoff expectations Yankees vs. Red Sox Wild Card Series DRAFTKINGS A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray is a podcast for sports fans covering the biggest stories, personalities and controversies across the NFL, MLB, college football and beyond.

Jaxson Dart’s knee injury could change the entire future of the New York Giants. The Giants quarterback suffered a serious knee injury against the Los Angeles Rams, and after initially appearing to avoid the worst-case scenario, further evaluations have raised major questions about how much time Dart could miss. The Giants say evaluations are still ongoing, but the possibility of significant time away has put the franchise’s quarterback situation under a microscope. If Dart misses substantial time, how committed should the Giants remain to him as their franchise quarterback? Could New York turn to a veteran? Could the Giants consider another quarterback in the 2027 NFL Draft? Maggie Gray breaks down what Dart’s injury means for the Giants and their future. Maggie also reacts to the New York Mets surprisingly removing the interim tag from Andy Green and giving him a three-year deal. Why make this decision now? And does the move suggest that owner Steve Cohen does not fully trust president of baseball operations David Stearns? Then there’s the New York Yankees, where Aaron Judge is expected to miss the Wild Card Series because of his right calf injury. Maggie explains why Yankees fans shouldn’t expect Judge to return and immediately provide postseason heroics. Plus, Maggie welcomes Femi Abebefe, co-host of **The GM Shuffle** and author of **Femi’s Focus**, to talk NFL football and betting. Maggie and Femi discuss: • Why the Seattle Seahawks are getting disrespected by the national media • Why Femi is NOT worried about the Dallas Cowboys defense • Cowboys vs. Ravens betting trends ahead of the NFL game in Brazil • The REAL problem with the Los Angeles Chargers — and why it’s personnel, not scheme • Femi’s best NFL bet: Chargers + the points against the Buffalo Bills • Femi’s college football bet: Missouri over Mississippi State This is **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray**, a podcast for sports fans covering the biggest stories, debates, controversies and betting angles across the NFL, MLB, college football and the world of sports. #NFL #Giants #JaxsonDart #Mets #AndyGreen #Yankees #AaronJudge #Seahawks #Cowboys #Chargers

Who is the BEST quarterback in college football right now? Maggie Gray is putting her stock in **Trinidad Chambliss** after the Ole Miss QB delivered a huge performance against LSU in Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford. Chambliss threw for 363 yards, accounted for three total touchdowns and led Ole Miss to a 32-24 victory. Now the question is whether this can become a **Joe Burrow-style or Fernando Mendoza-style fairy-tale season** — and whether NFL teams will overlook concerns about Chambliss' age and size. Maggie also has a message for **Lane Kiffin**: STOCK DOWN. Kiffin returned to Ole Miss with LSU, lost to his former team and then became part of the story both during and after the game. Maggie breaks down the trolling, the postgame reaction and why she's officially experiencing **Lane Kiffin fatigue**. Plus: • **NC State vs. Vanderbilt:** How did CJ Bailey and NC State possibly lose this game? • **College football chaos:** A six-second disaster that turned into a Vanderbilt touchdown. • **Jeremiah Smith:** Ohio State's superstar just broke the school's all-time receiving-yardage record. • **NFL Draft:** Could Smith actually force his way into the No. 1 overall conversation? • **Stock Up / Stock Down:** Maggie's biggest college football winners and losers. The latest **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray** is all college football — and there is A LOT to talk about. Time codes :45 Trinidad Chambliss from the University of Mississippi is the best QB in college football 4:02 Can Chambliss be the number one overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft? 7:17 Stock down Lane Kiffin after LSU lost to Ole Miss 10:01 Lane Kiffin’s record in big games is not very impressive 12:22 DRAFTKINGS! 14:33 the ending of NC State and Vanderbilt will go down as an all time boneahead moment 20:37 Is Jeremiah Smith the best Ohio State wide receiver ever? 22:55 is he good enough to be the number one overall pick in the NFL draft? 23:30 remembering former New York Giants GM Ernie Accorsi with a personal memory #CollegeFootball #CFB #TrinidadChambliss #OleMiss #LaneKiffin #LSU #JeremiahSmith #OhioState #NFLDraft #MaggieGray

Are the Buffalo Bills actually a Super Bowl contender — or are they simply an incredible offense led by Josh Allen? The Bills are 2-0, Josh Allen is playing at an MVP level, and Buffalo just opened its new Highmark Stadium with a statement 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions. The offense has been explosive through the first two weeks, but the bigger question remains: Is this finally a different Bills team? Can Buffalo be more than just a great regular-season offense, and can Josh Allen finally lead the Bills all the way to a Super Bowl? Maggie Gray tackles that question and much more with Andrew “McLovin” Perloff on A Must Win Game. Perloff is ALL IN on the New York Giants after their Week 1 win over Dallas — but are the Giants actually for real? We break down Jaxson Dart, the Giants offense and whether New York can sustain its early success. Then there’s Green Bay. The Packers have now lost six straight games dating back to last season, and Maggie believes they have EVERYTHING to lose against the New York Jets. Could another loss put real pressure on the coaching staff in Green Bay? We also dive into the massive LSU-Ole Miss storyline as Lane Kiffin returns to Ole Miss after leaving for LSU following Ole Miss’ College Football Playoff run. Maggie has officially reached “Lane Kiffin fatigue” — and we debate whether college football has had enough of the constant Kiffin drama. Plus, Arch Manning is back in the No. 1 overall pick conversation. Could a huge Texas season against Ohio State change how NFL teams view Arch heading into the 2027 NFL Draft? And what is really going on with Titans quarterback Cam Ward? Is Ward struggling because the talent isn’t translating, because of the coaching around him, or some combination of both? Could Cam Ward become the next highly drafted quarterback to disappoint in the NFL? It's a packed football conversation covering the Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen, the Super Bowl, the new Bills stadium, the Giants, Jaxson Dart, the Packers, the Jets, Lane Kiffin, LSU, Ole Miss, Arch Manning, Texas, Ohio State and Cam Ward. This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray — subscribe for more NFL, college football, hot takes, debates and conversations with the biggest names in sports. time codes 1:00 the Buffalo Bills beat the Detroit Lions but is Buffalo's defense keeping it from being a true super bowl contender? 9:30 Andrew Perloff joins the show and the matchup he's most looking forward to in week 2 of the NFL season is Giants at the Rams on Monday night football. 10:54 Maggie thinks the Green Bay Packers have the most pressure on them in Week 2. 13:20 Maggie has Lane Kiffin fatigue! Lane Kiffin and his new LSU Tigers faces his old team Ole Miss on Saturday. 16:35 Things for Bill Belichick are spiraling off the field, but on the field he's doing well! 19:55 DRAFTKINGS! 22:15 Perloff gives a stock up to Arch Manning for the comeback win over Ohio State and thinks he is still in play to be the number one pick in the NFL Draft in 2027. 25:21 Is Cam Ward in danger of becoming a bust? 30:20 Perloff needs to remind Maggie just how bad her Mets have been this season. 32:25 What will the reaction be if the Cowboys start the season 0-2? Will they make a big trade for help on defense? #BuffaloBills #JoshAllen #NFL #SuperBowl #A MustWinGame

Are the New York Giants and New York Jets actually BACK — or is this all FOOLS GOLD? Maggie Gray welcomes her former executive producer EJ Stewart to A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray to break down the biggest stories in New York sports and across the NFL. For the first time since 2009, both the Giants and Jets opened the NFL season with wins. But can either team actually be GOOD? The Giants may have something different this time. Jaxson Dart looked confident in his first NFL start, throwing three touchdown passes and adding 54 rushing yards in the Giants' Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Malik Nabers, Isaiah Likely and Cam Skattebo helped give the Giants offense an identity. Is Dart already becoming the leader this franchise has been searching for? Or is this simply another case of getting excited too early about the Giants? Maggie and EJ also break down the New York Jets and debate whether Aaron Glenn's team can sustain its hot start. Then it's time for Jalen Brunson. The Knicks superstar continues to dominate the New York sports conversation, getting shoutouts from tennis star Ben Shelton and singer Harry Styles within 48 hours — and he's also preparing to host Saturday Night Live. Is Jalen Brunson the No. 1 athlete in America right now? Is he the biggest athlete in New York? And what happens if Aaron Judge wins a World Series with the Yankees? The Pete Alonso conversation gets emotional — and complicated. Alonso returned to Citi Field with the Baltimore Orioles and received huge ovations from Mets fans throughout the night. But are Mets fans giving Pete Alonso TOO MUCH LOVE after he left New York? Should fans be celebrating his return, or is the reaction another reminder that the Mets made the wrong decision letting their longtime slugger leave? Maggie and EJ also break down Patrick Mahomes' return against the Denver Broncos. Mahomes looked rusty in his first game back, completing 15 of 27 passes for 184 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. But Bo Nix looked even worse as Denver was crushed 31-10. What should we actually take away from the Chiefs and Broncos after Week 1? Plus: • Jim Harbaugh gets STOCK DOWN after the Chargers' ugly loss to the Arizona Cardinals • Jaxson Dart gives the Giants a new offensive identity • Malik Nabers, Isaiah Likely and Cam Skattebo emerge for New York • Are the Giants and Jets for real? • Is Jalen Brunson the biggest athlete in New York? • What happens if Aaron Judge wins a World Series? • Pete Alonso returns to Citi Field with the Orioles • Are Mets fans giving Pete Alonso too much love? • Patrick Mahomes returns — and looks rusty • Bo Nix struggles badly against Kansas City • Is Cam Ward being wasted in Tennessee? • Arch Manning and the controversial AI-generated Steve Sarkisian/Holly Rowe video • What Arch Manning's reaction says about the young Texas quarterback This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray — a podcast for sports fans covering the NFL, NBA, MLB, college football, New York sports and the biggest stories in sports. Time codes 2:09 New York Giants and New York Jets offenses look good! Can they maintain it? 7:50 Jaxson Dart looks like the present and future QB for the Giants 11:40 Drew Mestemaker from Oklahoma State is going to be a household name 14:19 DRAFTKINGS SPORTS APP 17:04 Is Jalen Brunson the number one athlete right now? 23:17 Are Mets fans going over the top cheering for Pete Alonso and booing their own pitcher Jonah Tong for walking Alonso? 29:37 Stock down on Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers. Will he and Mike McDaniel and Justin Herbert get the offense clicking? 33:06 Patrick Mahomes looked rusty in his return but it was covered up because Bo Nix and the Broncos were terrible 35:27 Arch Manning the QB for the Texas Longhorns laughed at an insensitive AI generated video of his coach Steve Sarkesian slapping ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe. 41:46 Who is at fault for Cam Ward looking bad - Cam or his coaches? 44:57 DRAFTKINGS Matchup Breakdown Subscribe for more Giants, Jets, Knicks, Yankees, Mets, Jaxson Dart, Jalen Brunson, Pete Alonso, Aaron Judge, Patrick Mahomes, Bo Nix, Cam Ward, Arch Manning and NFL analysis.

The Dallas Cowboys were supposed to have a better defense. Instead, a second-year quarterback and a young New York Giants offense under new head coach John Harbaugh controlled the game, won the time-of-possession battle and forced Dallas into costly mistakes. Jaxson Dart threw three touchdown passes, the Giants held the ball for more than 36 minutes and New York beat the Cowboys 28-20 in John Harbaugh's Giants debut. For Maggie Gray, that's a major red flag for Dallas. On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie breaks down the biggest winners, losers and surprises from the NFL and college football weekend. 📉 STOCK DOWN: THE DALLAS COWBOYS Why was the Cowboys defense unable to control a young Giants offense? Jaxson Dart looked poised, John Harbaugh's Giants controlled the game and Dallas couldn't win the time-of-possession or turnover battle. Is the Cowboys defense actually improved? 📉 STOCK DOWN: GREEN BAY PACKERS The Packers completely collapsed against the Minnesota Vikings. Green Bay led 22-10, then Minnesota scored 29 unanswered points, including 22 points in the fourth quarter, to win 39-22. How many more blown leads can Matt LaFleur survive before this becomes a coaching problem? 📉 STOCK DOWN: LOS ANGELES CHARGERS The Chargers were 9.5-point favorites — the biggest favorite of Week 1 — and got completely outclassed by the Arizona Cardinals in a stunning 26-14 loss. If Los Angeles loses to the Raiders next week, a brutal stretch against Buffalo, Seattle, Denver and Kansas City could make the season go sideways very quickly. 📈 STOCK UP: JOSH ALLEN & THE BUFFALO BILLS Josh Allen accounted for four touchdowns and Buffalo scored 36 points against a Houston Texans defense that was supposed to be one of the NFL's best. The Bills also won in Houston for the first time since 2006. 📈 STOCK UP: THE CHICAGO BEARS OFFENSE Caleb Williams and the Bears offense exploded for 59 points against Carolina, setting a franchise record for points in a season opener and producing 552 total yards. Is Ben Johnson's offense ready to become one of the NFL's most dangerous? 📈 STOCK UP: TEXAS & ARCH MANNING Arch Manning and Texas pulled off one of the most stunning comebacks in college football history, erasing a 23-3 fourth-quarter deficit to beat No. 1 Ohio State 24-23. Manning led three huge scoring drives as Texas scored 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter. 📉 STOCK DOWN: OREGON Oregon nearly lost to Boise State in Week 1, then followed it up by losing 39-31 to Oklahoma State in Week 2. The Ducks entered the season ranked No. 6 and now have serious questions to answer after one of the most shocking upsets of the weekend. From the Cowboys and Giants to Josh Allen, the Packers, Chargers, Bears, Texas and Oregon, Maggie Gray breaks down who is trending up, who is trending down and which teams should have sports fans worried. 00:40— Cowboys Got EXPOSED by Jaxson Dart & Giants 07:30 — Is Dallas' Defense Actually Better? 10:01 - Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers embarrassed themselves by losing to the Arizona Cardinals 14:31 — Packers Collapse: 29 Unanswered Points, is Matt LaFleur on the Hot Seat? 19:45 - DraftKings Sports App! 21:27 — The Buffalo Bills made a statement on offense and defense by beating the Houston Texans 29:48 — Bears Score 59: Caleb Williams STOCK UP 32:47 - The Los Angeles Rams Myles Garrett is having arthroscopic knee surgery. Did the Rams mismanage his injury? 36:02 — Arch Manning Leads the Texas Longhorns INSANE Comeback 43:05 — Dante Moore and Oregon STOCK DOWN After Oklahoma State Loss Subscribe to A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray for NFL, college football, NBA, MLB and sports commentary for sports fans. #NFL #Cowboys #Giants #JaxsonDart #JoshAllen #Bills #Packers #Chargers #Bears #CollegeFootball #ArchManning #TexasFootball

The Los Angeles Rams are STOCK DOWN after getting crushed by the San Francisco 49ers in Australia — and Maggie Gray thinks their travel strategy deserves serious scrutiny. The Rams arrived in Melbourne just over 24 hours before kickoff, while the 49ers arrived nearly a week early. San Francisco won 27-7, and the Rams appeared to fade badly as the game went on. Could the Rams' decision to fly to Australia so late come back to haunt them in a crowded NFC West? If Los Angeles is battling San Francisco, Seattle and Arizona for the division — and potentially home-field advantage in the NFC — every game matters. Maggie also gives STOCK DOWN to New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye after an ugly fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. Maye threw THREE interceptions in the fourth quarter as New England blew a 10-0 lead and lost 13-10. The bigger question: was Maye's MVP-caliber 2025 season helped by a favorable schedule, and does he become a different quarterback when he faces elite defenses? Then there's Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham. After Michigan barely survived Western Michigan, Whittingham said Bryce Underwood's starting quarterback job was "not infinite." The problem? Underwood appeared genuinely surprised when reporters asked him about those comments. With No. 10 Oklahoma coming to Ann Arbor, Maggie says Whittingham has to understand that Michigan comes with a completely different level of media scrutiny than Utah. Maggie also gives STOCK DOWN to the Los Angeles Dodgers for waiting so long to put Shohei Ohtani on the injured list. Ohtani is dealing with left knee and right biceps issues and is eligible to return September 23 — meaning he could have just FIVE regular-season games to get his timing back before the playoffs. And in the matchup breakdown, Maggie looks ahead to Vikings vs. Packers. Can Jordan Love carry Green Bay against a Minnesota defense that was one of the NFL's best last season — especially without Josh Jacobs? Can Kyler Murray take advantage of Green Bay's defensive injuries and get Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison the football? Plus: Maggie's biggest STOCK UP and STOCK DOWN calls of the week. Subscribe to A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray for NFL, college football, MLB, NBA, sports analysis, predictions and opinions from a sports fan's perspective. #NFL #Packers #Vikings #Rams #DrakeMaye #MichiganFootball #Dodgers #ShoheiOhtani #CollegeFootball #AMustWinGame

The SEC is threatening to EXPEL LSU — and Maggie Gray thinks the conference has gone way too far. On the newest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie gives her STOCK UP and STOCK DOWN on the biggest stories in college football and the NFL. First: STOCK DOWN on the SEC's escalating fight with LSU and Lane Kiffin. The SEC is threatening to remove LSU from the conference after LSU challenged the league's new rule preventing players with previous NFL roster experience from returning to college football. Maggie argues that the entire situation is a massive overreaction, especially because the controversy stems from changes to NCAA eligibility rules that created this unusual situation in the first place. The SEC has now moved toward a vote on whether LSU should be expelled from the conference. Then: STOCK DOWN on Aaron Rodgers. The New York Jets interviewed 16 candidates for head coach and 15 candidates for general manager during their 2025 search — and according to Maggie, all 31 ultimately said they would pass on Aaron Rodgers. Thirty-one people. Maggie also has a bigger problem with Jets owner Woody Johnson. What does it say about the New York Jets when so many people appear to have a voice in major football decisions? Maggie argues that Woody Johnson has too many voices around him and too many people influencing who gets hired, fired and retained. And finally, Maggie makes her Super Bowl prediction. She's taking the BALTIMORE RAVENS vs. the SEATTLE SEAHAWKS. Are the Ravens and Seahawks legitimate Super Bowl contenders? Can Lamar Jackson finally get Baltimore back to the Super Bowl? Can Seattle make a run all the way to the NFL championship? Maggie breaks it all down in the latest episode of A Must Win Game. SUBSCRIBE for more NFL news, NFL predictions, college football analysis, SEC football, LSU football, Lane Kiffin, Aaron Rodgers, New York Jets and Maggie Gray's biggest sports opinions. #NFL #CollegeFootball #LSU #LaneKiffin #AaronRodgers

Andrew “McLovin” Perloff is back with Maggie Gray — and he has plenty to say about the biggest football storylines of the moment. College football is already surrounded by controversy, from Michigan’s wild finish against Western Michigan to the ongoing LSU and Lane Kiffin eligibility drama. Perloff joins Maggie to break down why college football has become such a mess before we’ve even gotten through the opening week. Then Perloff takes aim at Maggie’s NFL predictions — specifically her decision to fade the Los Angeles Rams. Does he think the Rams are being seriously underrated? And the conversation turns to Jalen Hurts after his revealing new GQ interview. Perloff explains why he believes Hurts needs to run more this season — and why Philadelphia could be in trouble if Hurts becomes too pass-first. Maggie Gray and Andrew Perloff debate Michigan, LSU, Lane Kiffin, the Rams, Jalen Hurts, the Eagles and everything already making headlines in college football and the NFL. Subscribe to A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray for more sports debates, NFL analysis, college football takes and honest opinions every week. #CollegeFootball #NFL #JalenHurts #LaneKiffin #MichiganFootball

Was Kawhi Leonard more involved in the Clippers salary-cap scandal than we realize? Maggie Gray welcomes Mike Vorkunov, basketball writer for The Athletic, to break down the fallout from the Kawhi Leonard and Los Angeles Clippers scandal — including the biggest unanswered question: could Kawhi have played a larger role in an effort to circumvent the NBA salary cap in order to get more money? Why does Steve Ballmer and the Clippers organization appear to have taken far more of the fallout than Kawhi Leonard? And what does the scandal mean for the NBA? Plus, Maggie welcomes On3 college football insider Brett McMurphy to discuss the chaotic legal battle over fifth-year college eligibility. Competing lawsuits in Louisiana and federal court in Alabama are raising a bizarre question: Can players who have been on NFL rosters return to college and play another season? It's a three-ring circus involving the NCAA, college football programs, NFL players, coaches and the courts — and the outcome could fundamentally change college football eligibility. This is the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. time stamps 1:02 Unpacking the Kawhi Leonard and Clippers investigation and penalties handed down by the NBA 6:07 Is Kawhi Leonard a mastermind or an innocent bystander 13:03 Journalism! Thanks Pablo Torre! 15:41 Mike Vorkunov, Basketball Writer for The Athletic answers all my questions about Kawhi and the Clippers 31:48 Brett McMurphy, College Football Insider for On3 joins the show to talk about the eligibility craziness and why Lane Kiffin and LSU are taking this so far. 40:41 Bill Belichick's General Manager Michael Lombardi has resigned and there have been allegations of improprieties in the University of North Carolina Athletic Department 43:40 Who is the next Indiana 45:30 How dangerous is Notre Dame? #NBA #KawhiLeonard #Clippers #NFL #CollegeFootball

Could nearly one-third of the NFL have an incentive to tank for a quarterback? On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie looks at the surprising number of NFL teams that could potentially lose interest in winning in 2026 if their season starts going sideways — because the 2027 NFL Draft could feature an extraordinary group of quarterbacks. With names like Arch Manning, Dante Moore and other highly regarded prospects potentially available, quarterback-needy teams could have a huge incentive to think about the future rather than fight for a few extra wins. Maggie's count? Nearly one-third of the NFL could potentially be looking toward the 2027 quarterback class. So which teams could be sellers at the trade deadline? Which teams might decide there's more value in losing than winning? And could the NFL actually see an NBA-style tanking conversation develop around the next franchise quarterback? Maggie breaks down why the 2027 QB class could completely change the incentives for struggling NFL teams. Also on the episode: time stamps 00:45 Joe Burrow's surprising admission about once believing he wouldn't have a long NFL career — and whether Bengals fans should be concerned. 7:48 Steve Sarkisian's criticism of NFL players attempting to return to college football for another year of eligibility — despite a Texas player being involved in a similar legal fight. 13:31 Tarik Skubal's espresso machine drama after taking the machine he bought for the Tigers clubhouse with him to Los Angeles. 17:32 How many NFL teams will be tanking for a QB? 26:40 Why Maggie doesn't see the Yankees making a World Series run, with questions surrounding Aaron Judge, the pitching staff and shortstop. This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a sports podcast for sports fans. #NFL #NFLDraft #NFL2027 #NFLNews #Quarterback #ArchManning #DanteMoore #NFLTanking #NFLDraft2027 #JoeBurrow #Bengals #Yankees #TarikSkubal #AMustWinGame

He pretended to be a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver — and allegedly stole more than $1.3 million from more than 26 women. On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie dives into the bizarre and disturbing story of Daejon Love, who was arrested and charged with wire fraud after allegedly posing as an NFL player. According to the United States Attorney, Love used the fake 49ers identity to allegedly defraud more than 26 women out of more than $1.3 million. The story has gone viral — and Maggie breaks down how a fake NFL identity became the centerpiece of an alleged million-dollar fraud scheme. Also on the episode: 🏈 Bill Belichick's UNC debut: Belichick and North Carolina opened the season with a win over TCU in Dublin, Ireland. But after last year's disastrous 4-8 season, is one victory enough to believe Belichick can actually turn things around? 🐯 Lane Kiffin's LSU spectacle: LSU's detailed pregame walkthrough before facing Clemson includes cheerleaders, the band, a flyover and even an intrasquad game in which the LSU starters reportedly beat the backups 86-18. If Kiffin's plan works, he looks like a genius. If it doesn't, critics will have plenty of ammunition. ⚾ Pete Crow-Armstrong's incredible rise: The Cubs star has emerged as the runaway favorite for National League MVP — but he was once a Mets prospect who was traded to New York for Javy Báez, who played only 47 games for the Mets. Four unbelievable sports stories, all on the latest A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. Time stamps 1:02 the story of Daejon Love is crazy 11:02 Bill Belichick got a win 17:30 LSU's crazy prep for Clemson 20:53 Pete Crow Armstrong is the runaway favorite for National League MVP, which is a disaster for the Mets who traded him for Javy Baez. #DaejonLove #49ers #NFL #SanFrancisco49ers #NFLNews #Fraud #BillBelichick #UNC #LaneKiffin #LSU #PeteCrowArmstrong #Cubs #MLB #AMustWinGame

Can NFL players really go back to college football? More than 100 athletes are suing for a fifth year of college eligibility, arguing they are entitled to another season — and some of these athletes have already played professional football. Some have been on NFL rosters, participated in NFL training camps and even played in NFL preseason games. On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie is joined by Matt Moscona, who covers LSU for After Further Review and Locked on LSU and is the publisher of LouisianaSports.net, to unpack one of the strangest eligibility battles in college football. What role does Lane Kiffin play in the story? Is this simply a one-time legal fight involving a group of athletes? Or could state court decisions create a precedent that opens the door for athletes to move between professional football and college football? If athletes can play in the NFL and then return to college, the implications for college football could be enormous. Maggie and Matt break down the lawsuit, the athletes involved and what could happen next. Plus, Maggie examines the strangest offseason in recent San Francisco 49ers history, from Jed York's arrest in an undercover police sting to Kyle Shanahan's car accident and concussion, an unusual trip to Australia to play the Rams and an aging, injury-plagued roster. But the big question is: Could this eligibility fight completely change the relationship between college football and the NFL? This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a sports podcast for sports fans. #CollegeFootball #NCAA #NFL #CollegeFootballNews #NCAAF #LaneKiffin #LSU #Eligibility #TransferPortal #AMustWinGame

Why is Deshaun Watson angry at Browns fans? On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie gives Deshaun Watson a Stock Down after the Cleveland Browns quarterback criticized fans for booing him and said their treatment of him was personal. But Maggie has a question: What exactly are Browns fans supposed to be cheering? Watson's football career in Cleveland has been defined by injuries, limited availability and disappointing production. So while Watson says the boos are personal and aren't about his football, Maggie argues that his football performance — or lack of it — is absolutely part of the reason Cleveland fans are frustrated. And this is the latest negative chapter in one of the most controversial quarterback situations in the NFL. Maggie breaks down why Watson's confrontation with Browns fans could make an already difficult relationship even worse. Also on the episode: This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a sports podcast for sports fans. time stamps 1:02 📉 Stock Down: Bengals head coach Zac Taylor after Joe Burrow says he feels the most urgency of his career. 7:43 📉Stock Down Deshaun Watson for picking a fight with Browns fans 14:30 📈 Stock Up: The teams that missed out on Shohei Ohtani — because the Dodgers' ownership situation could create an intriguing twist involving Ohtani's contract. #DeshaunWatson #ClevelandBrowns #Browns #NFL #NFLNews #BrownsFans #JoeBurrow #ZacTaylor #ShoheiOhtani #Dodgers #AMustWinGame

What will happen during the 2026 NFL season? Maggie Gray has some bold predictions. On A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie breaks down four of her biggest predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Miami Dolphins Maggie predicts the Miami Dolphins will be historically bad. Why does she believe Miami is headed for such a disastrous season? Tennessee Titans Former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh is now leading the Titans, with former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll serving as offensive coordinator. Maggie questions whether this coaching combination can work in Tennessee. Detroit Lions After missing the playoffs last season, Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions are facing increased pressure. Maggie believes Lions fans have every right to demand another Super Bowl-caliber team — especially after some of Campbell's controversial playoff decisions in previous seasons. Buffalo Bills Maggie's boldest prediction may be about her own team. She believes the Buffalo Bills will go UNDER their win total and won't earn home-field advantage in the AFC playoffs. Buffalo has a new head coach in Joe Brady, who has never previously served as an NFL head coach, and a new defensive coordinator in Jim Leonard, who is implementing a different defensive scheme. Add in an extremely difficult schedule, and Maggie believes the Bills face a much tougher 2026 season than many people expect. These are Maggie's biggest NFL predictions for 2026 with time stamps 1:01 Are the Dolphins really headed for a historically bad season? 5:15 Can Saleh and Daboll work together in Tennessee? 12:20 Is Dan Campbell under enough pressure in Detroit? 17:08 Will the Bills really go under their win total? Watch, comment and let Maggie know which prediction you think she got right — or completely wrong. #NFL2026 #2026NFL #NFLPredictions #NFLSeason #NFLNews #MiamiDolphins #BuffaloBills #DetroitLions #TennesseeTitans #RobertSaleh #BrianDaboll #DanCampbell #JoeBrady #JimLeonard #NFLFootball

The **Los Angeles Lakers ownership battle** is getting even more complicated. On **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray**, ESPN NBA senior writer **Ben Golliver** joins Maggie to discuss the latest Lakers news involving **Jeanie Buss and her siblings**. The Buss family is facing a major decision over the future of the **Los Angeles Lakers**: Should the team be sold completely, or should Jeanie Buss retain a minority ownership stake and remain the Lakers' governor? Maggie and Ben explain the latest **Lakers sale and ownership drama**, what Jeanie Buss is fighting for and what the dispute could mean for one of the NBA's most valuable franchises. The conversation also covers **LeBron James and Philadelphia**. If LeBron chooses the Philadelphia 76ers, what is the biggest question surrounding that decision? Could **Steph Curry leave the Golden State Warriors**? Maggie and Ben debate whether the Warriors superstar could ever play for another NBA team. And what does the NBA really think about the **New York Knicks**? Are the Knicks a team opponents genuinely fear? Or does the rest of the NBA view them as a fun, likable team that went on a championship run but won't be able to duplicate that success? This episode covers the biggest NBA stories and debates involving the **Lakers, Jeanie Buss, Lakers ownership, LeBron James, 76ers, Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks and NBA championship race.** A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray time stamps 2:32 Buss family drama, why should sports fans care? 4:19 Will Lakers fans miss Jeanie Buss? 6:05 Will Bob Iger do a good job running the Lakers? 7:41 were there red flags with former owner Mark Walter? 10:06 Why are marquee NBA franchises like the Lakers, Celtics and Mavericks being sold? 12:32 What about the LA Dodgers? 14:30 Adam Silver vetting new owners more dilligently? 17:50 Did Kawhi Leonard ruin his legacy with the Clippers? 21:02 Biggest obstacle facing LeBron James in Philadelphia 24:10 Would Steph Curry ever leave the Golden State Warriors? 26:25 Are the Knicks a feared NBA team? #LosAngelesLakers #Lakers #LakersNews #JeanieBuss #NBA #LeBronJames #Philadelphia76ers #StephCurry #GoldenStateWarriors #NewYorkKnicks #Knicks #BenGolliver #ESPN #NBAnews

Legendary NFL writer **Peter King** joins Maggie Gray on **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray** to discuss his new book **"The Game"**, his 40-plus years covering the National Football League, and the biggest quarterback storylines in the NFL. Peter King discusses **Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers**, explaining why he expects Rodgers to have a good season in Pittsburgh. He also discusses **Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys**, and explains what Dak needs to prove before Peter will believe the optimism surrounding Dallas. Peter breaks down **Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens**, including why Lamar could face a difficult adjustment with a new offensive coordinator. He also explains why he expects **Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills** to handle change differently. Maggie and Peter also discuss **Tom Brady, the Las Vegas Raiders and Fernando Mendoza**, including why Peter believes Brady's impact on the No. 1 overall pick could be limited. And Peter King tells Maggie a great story about **John Madden**, the legendary NFL coach, broadcaster and creator of the iconic Madden video game franchise. After the Peter King interview, Maggie discusses the **Jayden Daniels LSU jersey controversy** and explains why she believes critics of Daniels are getting the story completely wrong. Topics include: **Peter King, The Game, Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys, Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens, Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills, Tom Brady, Fernando Mendoza, Las Vegas Raiders, John Madden, Jayden Daniels, LSU, Washington Commanders and NFL news.** time stamps 2:03 Peter King on his new book The Game 6:08 A funny Sam Wyche story 9:10 Chicago Bears Head coach Ben Johnson reminds Peter of an "over the top" Sean Payton 12:10 Why Aaron Rodgers will have a good season 14:14 Why it will be difficult for Tom Brady to have a huge impact on Fernando Mendoza 16:52 Lamar Jackson will have a much bigger adjustment to a new coaching staff than Josh Allen 19:30 Kyle Shanahan's concussion 24:00 Dak Prescott has more to prove 26:20 the most meaningful season in NFL history 36:04 a great John Madden story 38:21 Maggie's thoughts on the Jayden Daniels LSU jersey controversy **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray** is sports talk for sports fans. #NFL #NFLNews #PeterKing #TheGame #AaronRodgers #Steelers #DakPrescott #Cowboys #LamarJackson #Ravens #JoshAllen #Bills #TomBrady #Raiders #FernandoMendoza #JaydenDaniels #LSU #JohnMadden

**The Lakers are worth $12.5 BILLION. So why did Mark Walter sell?** Maggie Gray is joined by **Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic** to break down the stunning sale of the **Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner**. The Lakers have changed ownership twice in just over a year, and the latest deal reportedly values the franchise at a staggering **$12.5 billion**. Mike takes Maggie through the entire story: who bought the Lakers, why Mark Walter sold, how the deal happened, what Bob Iger and Josh Kushner bring to the franchise, and what it means for the future of the NBA's most famous team. But that's not all. Maggie has a problem with **Ben Johnson's stated goal of making the Chicago Bears the highest-scoring team in NFL history**. Isn't winning the **Super Bowl** what this is really about? And after **Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White's explosive response to her critics**, Maggie asks a simple question: **Will Stephanie White regret that press conference?** From the **Lakers sale** to **NFL coaching philosophy** to the latest **Indiana Fever and WNBA controversy**, this is a must-watch episode of **A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray**. time stamps 00:30 stock up/stock down 1:16 Chicago bears head coach Ben Johnson is focused on his team becoming the highest scoring team in NFL history, but is that the right goal? 7:30 Will Indiana Fever head caoch Stephanie White regret her fiery press conference where she told her critics to "go to hell" 11:00 Mike Vorkunov, NBA writer for The Athletic joins the show to talk about the sale of the Lakers. How did this all go down? 13:08 Marc Walter is under federal investigation, how much trouble could he be in? 16:12 Joshua Kushner was going to buy a stake in the World Cup, now he's an owner of the Lakers 18:07 How cynical should we be about this sale? 20:03 What does this mean for the Lakers as a basketball team? 23:31 Was NBA Commissioner Adam Silver involved? 24:38 What does this mean for a Las Vegas expansion team? 26:17 an update on the NBA gambling scandal that rocked the sports world #Lakers #LakersSale #NBA #BenJohnson #Bears #StephanieWhite #Fever #WNBA #NFL #MikeVorkunov

On this episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie takes on the latest NFL storylines, makes a bold Minnesota Vikings playoff prediction, and welcomes St. Louis Cardinals host and reporter Dani Wexelman for an inside look at Major League Baseball. First, Maggie breaks down the dysfunction surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders after veteran stars Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins got into a training camp scuffle that resulted in both players being suspended. These are established NFL veterans who know better—but what does this kind of chaos say about the Raiders organization? More importantly, how could a dysfunctional Raiders franchise affect the development of future quarterback Fernando Mendoza? Maggie explains why she's genuinely concerned about Mendoza's future in Las Vegas and questions whether Tom Brady's involvement with the Raiders has produced the kind of organizational transformation many expected. Then Maggie makes a bold NFL prediction: she's buying the Minnesota Vikings as a playoff team. After Kyler Murray won the Vikings' starting quarterback job over J.J. McCarthy, Maggie argues that the quarterback competition may have been one of the easiest of Murray's career. But could Minnesota be the perfect environment for Murray to resurrect his NFL career? The Vikings face a brutal NFC North that includes the Lions, Packers and Bears—but Maggie is going out on a limb and predicting Minnesota will somehow make the playoffs. Then, Dani Wexelman, host and reporter for the St. Louis Cardinals, joins Maggie for a wide-ranging conversation about baseball and life inside an MLB clubhouse. Dani discusses: Why the St. Louis Cardinals may be ahead of schedule The Cardinals' future and direction Her thoughts on the Los Angeles Dodgers The New York Yankees and their expectations What it's like being a woman working inside the clubhouse of professional athletes Her experience covering Major League Baseball The changing landscape of sports media and baseball coverage TOPICS COVERED 🏈 Las Vegas Raiders dysfunction🏈 Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins training camp scuffle🏈 Fernando Mendoza and his future with the Raiders🏈 Tom Brady and the Raiders🏈 NFL quarterback development🏈 Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy🏈 Minnesota Vikings playoff prediction🏈 Vikings vs. Lions, Packers and Bears⚾ St. Louis Cardinals⚾ Los Angeles Dodgers⚾ New York Yankees⚾ Women in sports media and MLB TIME STAMPS 1:02 Las vegas Raiders dysunction 5:19 Why I'm picking the Minnesota Vikings to make the playoffs as a sleeper team 8:36 Nicola Jokic got an offer to play in Greece and leave the Denver Nuggets, which is crazy to even suggest. 12:17 A review of the new 30 for 30 podcast about Shohei Ohtani's interpreter Ippei Mizuhara. Mizuhara is in prison for stealing millions from Shohei to cover gambling debts. 18:00 Dani Wexelman, host and reporter for the St Louis Cardinals and host on MLB Network Radio joins the show to talk about the Cardinals being ahead of schedule 24:58 Why the Mets and Blue Jays have been disappointing this season? 26:12 Is there too much technology in baseball? 29:04 Are the Dodgers vulnerable in any way? 35:51 Will the Yankees offense be their achilles heel? 37:40 the best and worst parts of working in an MLB clubhouse Are the Raiders putting Fernando Mendoza in a bad situation? Can Kyler Murray lead the Vikings to the playoffs? And are the Cardinals actually ahead of schedule? Watch A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray for NFL analysis, MLB news, sports opinions, bold predictions and conversations with the people shaping the sports world. #NFL #Raiders #FernandoMendoza #MaxxCrosby #KirkCousins #TomBrady #KylerMurray #MinnesotaVikings #JJMcCarthy #NFLPredictions #NFLNews #MLB #StLouisCardinals #Dodgers #Yankees #DaniWexelman #SportsPodcast #MaggieGray #MustWinGame

On this episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie dives into one of the biggest controversies in the WNBA, breaking down the situation between Sophie Cunningham and DeJonai Carrington—and why the league’s players may need to start thinking more like business partners rather than individual brands. Then, Maggie shifts to the NFL and explores growing backlash toward the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen. Are NFL fans experiencing “Bills fatigue”? Has Josh Allen received too much praise without winning a Super Bowl? Maggie examines the narratives, expectations, and pressure surrounding one of the league’s biggest stars. Later, Mike Sando of The Athletic joins the show to discuss his annual NFL quarterback tiers, based on conversations with dozens of league decision-makers. How do the NFL’s top quarterbacks stack up? Topics include: Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and Jalen Hurts Where rising QBs like Caleb Williams and Shedeur Sanders fit What NFL insiders really think about elite quarterbacks The criteria that separate Tier 1 QBs from the rest time stamps 1:10 WNBA controversies growing the league? 9:10 Is Buffalo Bills fatigue leading to Josh Allen backlash? 15:10 Mike Sando joins the show! Why there is more pressure on Andy Reid than Patrick Mahomes now 17:10 Josh Allen is a tier 1 QB, Lamar Jackson is Tier 2, why? 22:03 Joe Burrow stays Tier 1 despite injuries 23:00 NFL defenses don't respect Jalen Hurts 27:18 CJ Stroud plummets, are his issues fixable? 30:34 What is the ceiling for Sheduer Sanders? 32:51 Why everyone loves Dak Prescott now 34:00 The next big QB to ascend is...Tyler Shough? This episode is packed with WNBA insight, NFL debate, and exclusive analysis you won’t hear anywhere else. 🔔 Subscribe for more NFL breakdowns, WNBA coverage, and exclusive interviews from A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. #WNBA #JoshAllen #BuffaloBills #NFL #MikeSando #QuarterbackTiers #LamarJackson #JoeBurrow #JalenHurts #CalebWilliams #ShedeurSanders #SophieCunningham #DeJonaiCarrington #SportsPodcast #MustWinGame

On this episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie dives into why she’s fading the Los Angeles Rams as Super Bowl favorites heading into the NFL season. Are the Rams being overhyped? Maggie breaks down the biggest concerns, including the aging core of key players, a brutal travel schedule that could wear the team down, and questions surrounding Puka Nacua after a less-than-ideal offseason. If you’re looking for sharp NFL analysis and bold predictions, this is a must-listen. Then, Maggie is joined by Matt Iseman—host of American Ninja Warrior and the new host of Front Office Sports Tonight—for a wide-ranging interview covering the biggest stories in sports and culture today. Topics include: Why sports may be the last true shared cultural experience Aaron Rodgers and the ongoing conversation around sports and politics Tom Brady’s evolving role in sports and entertainment, including WWE buzz Behind-the-scenes stories from American Ninja Warrior The current state of sports media and where it’s headed This episode blends sharp NFL insight with big-picture sports conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. time stamps 1:00 why Maggie is fading the LA RAMS 2:42 reasons why LA could be vulnerable 4:01 Puka Nacua has had a bad offseason 6:30 The LA Rams travel schedule this season is unforgiving 12:02 Aaron Donald, media star? 14:02 Matt Iseman joins the show to talk about his new show Front Office Sports Tonight 19:00 behind the scenes at American Ninja Warrior 23:47 Matt is also a doctor, here's a funny story about that 26:48 Matt and Maggie play a game called "Can't Look? Can't Look Away?" about Aaron Rodgers, the Dodgers, LeBron James, and more! 🔔 Subscribe for more NFL predictions, sports analysis, and exclusive interviews from A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray. #LARams #NFL #AaronRodgers #TomBrady #PukaNacua #MattIseman #AmericanNinjaWarrior #FrontOfficeSports #NFLPredictions #SportsPodcast #MustWinGame #SuperBowl #FootballAnalysis

On this episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie is joined by sports broadcaster Chris Rose (Jomboy Media & NFL Network) for a wide-ranging conversation covering the biggest stories in sports right now. We start with the MLB Trade Deadline, where the Los Angeles Dodgers made the blockbuster move of the summer by acquiring ace Tarik Skubal. Does this move make the Dodgers the clear World Series favorite—or would Chris still take the rest of the field? Plus: The Boston Red Sox make a major splash by adding All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman Did the New York Yankees do enough at the deadline—or did they miss their moment? Winners and losers from a wild MLB trade deadline Then, Chris takes us inside Dallas Cowboys training camp, where he spoke with Jerry Jones, Dak Prescott, and CeeDee Lamb. Is the hype in Dallas actually real this year? Chris explains why the Cowboys could be true contenders if their defense takes even a modest step forward, given how explosive their offense already is. We also dive into one of the most fascinating storylines in the NFL right now: the Cleveland Browns quarterback battle. Why Shedeur Sanders should WIN the Browns QB job: Elite poise and decision-making beyond his years Accuracy and command of the offense that stands out immediately Leadership presence that teammates gravitate toward A higher long-term ceiling compared to other options in the room Is Cleveland overthinking this? Maggie and Chris break down why Sanders might give the Browns their best chance to stabilize the position—and potentially surprise people this season. Time stamps 2:11 Dodgers feeling the weight of the world? 5:34 the problem with small market MLB teams 10:16 The Yankees did not do enough at the trade deadline 11:37 The Boston Red Sox trade for Adley Rauschman, does it put them over the top in the American League? 13:02 Pete Crow Armstrong has an unpopular opinion about Babe Ruth 14:02 Maggie’s unpopular opinion leaves Chris stunned 16:28 Is the optimism around the Dallas Cowboys warranted? 19:46 Why Chris wants to see Shedeur Sanders win the quarterback battle in Cleveland If you’re a baseball fan, NFL fan, or just love smart, opinionated sports talk—this episode is a must-watch. Subscribe for more interviews, analysis, and conversations that matter in sports.

Are the Los Angeles Dodgers becoming baseball’s next great dynasty—and is that actually GOOD for the sport? On this episode of *A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray*, we break down why the Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal could create a true MLB villain—and why dynasties and dominant teams are exactly what baseball needs right now. Plus, serious questions about the New York Yankees after acquiring Luis Garcia Jr. from the Nationals. He’s having a breakout season—but can he handle the pressure of New York? And what does this move say about the health and future of Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton? We also dive into Aaron Rodgers entering what could be his final NFL season—and why he appears to be shifting away from controversy and toward legacy, leadership, and unity. And finally, a surprising take: why Tony Romo might actually be BETTER in sports media once he’s no longer calling NFL games. 🔥 Topics Covered: time stamps * Dodgers trade for Tarik Skubal & MLB dynasties 00:41 * Yankees trade concerns: Luis Garcia Jr analysis 6:42 * Aaron Judge & Giancarlo Stanton injury implications 9:08 * How the New York Mets season can get even worse 11:59 * Aaron Rodgers legacy and public image shift 15:39 * Tony Romo’s future in sports media 18:52 📌 If you love smart sports takes, subscribe for more episodes of *A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray*. #MLB #Dodgers #Yankees #AaronRodgers #NFL #SportsPodcast #BaseballNews #TonyRomo

It's one of the busiest weeks on the sports calendar, and **Andrew "McLovin" Perloff** joins Maggie Gray on **A Must Win Game** to break down every major headline from the NFL and MLB and College Football The show begins with the latest drama surrounding the San Francisco 49ers and what it means for one of the NFL's biggest contenders heading into the season. Maggie and McLovin also react to the news involving Tony Romo and discuss the biggest winners, losers, and surprises from NFL training camp. Plus: * Are the Los Angeles Dodgers making the most aggressive move of the MLB Trade Deadline by pursuing Tarik Skubal? * Which NFL team has the easiest quarterback competition in football? * How have the Cleveland Browns suddenly become one of the NFL's most drama-free organizations? * Why are the Dallas Cowboys suddenly becoming everyone's favorite sleeper team again? * The biggest takeaways from College Football Media Days and what they mean for the upcoming season. *Is the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry dead? Topics include: * Tarik Skubal * Los Angeles Dodgers * MLB Trade Deadline * San Francisco 49ers * Kyle Shanahan * Tony Romo * Dallas Cowboys * Dak Prescott * Cleveland Browns * NFL Training Camp * NFL News * College Football Media Days * Andrew "McLovin" Perloff * Maggie Gray * A Must Win Game * NFL Podcast * MLB Podcast * Sports Podcast Subscribe to A MUST WIN GAME WITH MAGGIE GRAY weekly NFL, MLB, NBA, and college football analysis, interviews, and the biggest conversations in sports. #NFL #MLB #Dodgers #TarikSkubal #Cowboys #49ers #Browns #TonyRomo #NFLTrainingCamp #SportsPodcast

LeBron James is now a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, and the expectations couldn't be higher. On this episode of **A Must Win Game**, Maggie Gray is joined by **Anthony Gargano** of the ALLCITY Network, one of Philadelphia's most respected sports voices, to discuss why LeBron James is facing the most pressure of his career. Can LeBron deliver an NBA championship to Philadelphia? How does playing for the 76ers change his relationship with one of the toughest sports cities in America? And why does Anthony Gargano believe LeBron has the opportunity to transform the Sixers from a franchise defined by losing into a championship organization? Plus, Maggie's Stock Up/Stock Down: * Bill Belichick's disastrous start as head coach at North Carolina after reports that general manager Michael Lombardi has been placed on paid leave. * Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers after Shanahan's unfortunate car accident. Could it impact the 49ers' 2026 NFL season? * Patrick Mahomes is finally healthy again. Does this mean another Super Bowl run and renewed dominance for the Kansas City Chiefs? Topics include: * LeBron James * Philadelphia 76ers * Anthony Gargano interview * NBA Championship predictions * Philadelphia sports * Bill Belichick * UNC Football * Michael Lombardi * Kyle Shanahan * San Francisco 49ers * Patrick Mahomes * Kansas City Chiefs * NFL news * NBA news * Sports podcast Subscribe for weekly NFL and NBA analysis, interviews with the biggest voices in sports, and reactions to the biggest stories shaping the games that matter most. #LeBronJames #76ers #Philadelphia76ers #AnthonyGargano #NBA #PatrickMahomes #Chiefs #BillBelichick #UNCFootball #49ers #KyleShanahan #NFL #SportsPodcast #AMustWinGame

The NBA landscape has been completely transformed. LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in one of the most shocking free agency moves in NBA history, and he isn't hiding from expectations. His message is simple: Championship or bust. On this episode of A Must Win Game, Maggie Gray breaks down what LeBron's blockbuster move means for Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, the Eastern Conference, and the rest of the NBA. Can Philadelphia finally end decades of frustration? Is this LeBron's last great title run? And how will the Sixers handle the enormous pressure that now comes with having one of the greatest players ever wearing their jersey? time stamps 00:15 Stunning news that LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers 1:15 Why this changes the NBA championship race 2:26 The pressure is on because this is a championship or bust season 5:02 Expectations in Philadelphia are sky high 8:30 what this does for LeBron's legacy 10:29 Philadelphia has to lock in, gel quickly and not let the outside noise cause distractions 13:51 why signing with the Golden State Warriors would have hurt Lebron's legacy Can the Sixers finally win an NBA Championship? What this means for Tyrese Maxey Eastern Conference power rankings NBA Free Agency winners and losers LeBron's legacy after leaving Los Angeles Championship expectations in Philadelphia If LeBron doesn't deliver a championship in Philadelphia, will this move be remembered as one of the biggest gambles of his legendary career? Subscribe for weekly NBA analysis, breaking news, bold takes, and championship conversations. #LeBronJames #Philadelphia76ers #NBA #NBAFreeAgency #JoelEmbiid #TyreseMaxey #Sixers #NBAPodcast #Basketball #SportsPodcast

The New York Mets are having one of the most disappointing seasons in baseball, and Maggie Gray is joined by Sal Licata to break down everything that has gone wrong. Is this the end of the Mets' current core? Should the organization make a shocking move and trade Francisco Lindor? Is Carlos Beltrán the right choice to become the next Mets manager and help turn the franchise around? Plus, what's really happening between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, and how important is their relationship to the future of the Mets? Maggie and Sal dive into the biggest questions surrounding the Mets, including front office decisions, roster construction, trade deadline possibilities, clubhouse chemistry, the future of Lindor, Juan Soto's impact, and what has led to another frustrating season in Queens. If you're looking for the latest New York Mets news, Francisco Lindor trade rumors, Carlos Beltrán manager speculation, Juan Soto updates, MLB analysis, and honest baseball discussion, this episode is for you. Time stamps 00:52 Who is to blame for the Mets terrible season? 2:20 Could David Stearns go down as one of the worst General Managers/President of Baseball Operations in New York Sports history 4:55 Should the Mets trade Lindor? 10:16 Should Carlos Beltran be the next Mets manager? 15:10 Why players like Freddy Peralta have been uncharacteristically bad in a Mets uniform? 16:55 Aaron Judge vs Shohei Ohtani 19:22 How much of an impact with John Harbaugh have on the young Giants stars? FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER - @MAGGIEGRAY @MAGGIEMUSTWIN FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM -@MAGGIETALKSSPORTS ⁨@AMustWinGame⁩ FOLLOW ME ON TIK TOK - @MAGGIEGRAY

The biggest sports stories of the week are all in one place. On this episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie breaks down the winners and losers from a wild sports weekend with another edition of Stock Up / Stock Down. This week's biggest debate centers around LeBron James and reports that he could wait until after the World Cup and NBA Summer League before revealing his next move. If Cleveland isn't ultimately his destination, is he unnecessarily dragging Cavaliers fans through another offseason? time stamps 00:36 Why the FIFA Club World Cup was a massive success and gave us all something to enjoy. 1:13 Why American sports should embrace third-place games 3:45 Bryson DeChambeau is golf's perfect villain 7:32 Cam Skattebo and Jaxson Dart creating the wrong offseason headlines for the Giants 12:34 Tom Brady vs Logan Paul WWE match? 14:08 Why Tom Brady may be losing the mystique that made him untouchable 17:05 LeBron James' free agency timeline 20:52 Why Fanatics Fest feels more like a trading card convention than a sports fan festival 22:47 Shohei Ohtani's knee injury and whether his two-way career is nearing its end Stock Up / Stock Down on the biggest names in sports Whether you follow the NBA, NFL, MLB, golf, or soccer this episode covers the biggest headlines and what they actually mean. Subscribe for weekly sports opinions, NFL analysis, NBA debates, baseball coverage, golf takes, and the biggest stories across the sports world. #LeBronJames #NBA #TomBrady #ShoheiOhtani #NFL #MLB #NBAFreeAgency #SportsPodcast #WorldCup #Golf #BrysonDeChambeau #FanaticsFest #MaggieGray

England's World Cup dream is over, and former England defender and FOX Sports analyst **Warren Barton** has plenty to say about what went wrong. On this episode of **A Must Win Game**, Warren Barton breaks down England's heartbreaking World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina and explains why he believes head coach **Thomas Tuchel** deserves much of the blame. Barton argues Tuchel's tactical decisions, substitutions, and approach failed England on the biggest stage in world soccer—and even says the England manager should apologize to his players for not putting them in the best position to succeed. The conversation also covers some of the biggest stories from the FIFA World Cup, including: * Why England lost to Argentina in the World Cup semifinals * Should Thomas Tuchel apologize to the England squad? * Warren Barton's analysis of Tuchel's coaching decisions * Lionel Messi's legacy after another historic World Cup run * The US Men's National Team's Round of 16 exit * Is Christian Pulisic receiving fair or unfair criticism? * What the future looks like for the USMNT * Spain vs. Argentina: Warren Barton's World Cup Final prediction * Can Spain stop Lionel Messi and Argentina? * Complete World Cup analysis and reaction Warren Barton brings the perspective of a former England international and current FOX Sports analyst to one of the biggest tournaments in the world, offering honest insight into England's performance, the USMNT, Lionel Messi, Christian Pulisic, and the World Cup Final. Who do you think wins the FIFA World Cup Final? Was Thomas Tuchel the biggest reason England was eliminated? Is Christian Pulisic being judged too harshly? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoy FIFA World Cup coverage, England national team news, USMNT analysis, Lionel Messi updates, Christian Pulisic news, soccer tactics, football podcasts, and international football discussion, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more episodes of **A Must Win Game**. Time stamps 1:03 - Warren Barton is the toughest broadcaster on television 3:11 Mistakes made by England's coach Tomas Tuchel during the loss to Argentina in the semi-finals 5:14 Should Tuchel be fired? 8:23 All time matches between England and Argentina 9:35 Lionel Messi is not from this planet 12:21 Spain vs Argentina preview of the World Cup Final 15:00 Why the US Men's National Team wilted under the pressure of the World Cup 16:41 Fair and Unfair criticism of Christian Pulisic 18:19 Lessons for the US Men's National Team from the World Cup 19:48 Warren barton predicts Spain will win the World Cup and Messi will win the Golden Boot #WorldCup #England #ThomasTuchel #LionelMessi #USMNT #ChristianPulisic #Argentina #Spain #Football #Soccer #FIFA #WorldCupFinal

Welcome to A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray! Your new home for smart, honest, and entertaining sports conversation. Hosted by award-winning sports broadcaster Maggie Gray, this twice-weekly podcast breaks down the biggest stories across the NFL, NBA, MLB, college sports, and beyond. Whether it's the hottest headlines, the biggest controversies, or the moments everyone is talking about, Maggie delivers insightful analysis, strong opinions, and the perspective of someone who has spent years covering the games that matter most. In addition to breaking down the latest news, A Must Win Game features exclusive conversations with athletes, coaches, executives, broadcasters, writers, and some of the biggest personalities in sports. Before launching A Must Win Game, Maggie Gray built an award-winning career covering sports at Sports Illustrated, WFAN, and CBS Sports Radio, becoming one of the most respected voices in sports media. Subscribe now and never miss an episode as Maggie brings you: Bold opinions on the biggest stories in sports Exclusive interviews with athletes, coaches, and sports media insiders NFL, NBA, MLB, college football, college basketball, and more Smart analysis with no hot takes for the sake of hot takes Two new episodes every week Whether you're a die-hard fan or just want to stay informed on everything happening across the sports world, A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray is your new go-to sports podcast. Subscribe on YouTube at YouTube.com/@AMustWinGame and wherever you get your podcasts, and join us twice a week for the conversations every sports fan should be having. #AMustWinGame #MaggieGray #SportsPodcast #NFL #NBA #MLB #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball #Football #Basketball #Baseball #SportsNews #SportsTalk #SportsMedia #Podcast

Former Green Bay Packers executive, NFL player agent, and professor Andrew Brandt joins Maggie Gray on the newest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray to reveal the untold stories behind one of the most fascinating quarterback transitions in NFL history. Brandt, whose new book is out now, It called Smarter About Sports: My Life Navigating Athletes, Agents, media and the Business of the NFL" (Link to buy http://bit.ly/4fAJUK7) takes us behind closed doors inside the Packers organization to explain what really happened when Aaron Rodgers was drafted to replace Brett Favre, how the two quarterbacks actually coexisted for three seasons, and what the atmosphere was like when Green Bay finally made the difficult decision to move on from Favre and hand the franchise to Rodgers. We also discuss Andrew's perspective on Brett Favre's fall from grace in recent years, Aaron Rodgers' Netflix documentary, his evolving public image, and the media appearances that continue to shape the narrative around one of football's most polarizing stars. Beyond the Packers, we dive into today's biggest NFL storylines: The untold story of Aaron Rodgers' infamous 2005 NFL Draft night What Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers were really like behind the scenes How the Packers managed three years of quarterback tension The decision to replace Brett Favre with Aaron Rodgers Brett Favre's legacy and fall from grace Aaron Rodgers' documentary and changing media image Who will be with the Philadelphia Eagles longer: Jalen Hurts or Nick Sirianni? New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart's viral offseason backflips off a yacht Andrew Brandt's surprising media feud with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio Why the Seattle Seahawks could be the last NFL team sold for a long time If you're a Packers fan, an Aaron Rodgers fan, or simply love behind-the-scenes NFL stories that only an insider can tell, this conversation is packed with exclusive insight you won't hear anywhere else. Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more exclusive NFL interviews. #AndrewBrandt #AaronRodgers #BrettFavre #GreenBayPackers #Packers #NFL #NFLPodcast #JalenHurts #NickSirianni #PhiladelphiaEagles #NewYorkGiants #JaxsonDart #MikeFlorio #ProFootballTalk #NFLNews #FootballPodcast #NFLInterview #SportsPodcast #NFLDraft #Quarterback time stamps 1:15 Why Andrew Brandt likes his life better now than when he was a vice president of the packers 5:38 working with brett favre and aaron ridgers 9:30 behind the scenes of Aaron Rodgers infamousNFL Draft night 11:45 Did the packers ever come close to trading aaron ridgers 12:32 Rodgers reunites with Mike McCarthy and why Andrew believes their relationship got stale in green bay. 15:20 Aaron Rodgers has always been honest, no matter the topic 16:45 Did anyone at the Packers know Rodgers was estranged from his family? 17:30 behind the scenes on the Packers decision to move on from Brett Favre for Aaron Rodgers 20:13 watching brett Favre’s fall from grace as someone who revered him 23:00 what were aaron rodgers and brett favre like when tehy were together 26:00 what’s next for aaron rodgers after he’s done playing football 30:00 the Seattle Seahawks were just sold, who will be the next NFL team to be sold? 34:12 Who will be in Philadelphia longer, jalen hurts or nick sirianni? 37:20 Jaxson Dart doing backflips off yachts 38:40 an unexpected media beef with Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio

One of the NBA's most respected insiders joins A Must-Win Game this week as veteran NBA reporter Marc Stein sits down with Maggie Gray for an in-depth conversation about the biggest storylines shaping the league. We begin with the biggest question in basketball: Where will LeBron James finish his career? Marc Stein breaks down LeBron's free agency, the teams pursuing him, and why one of the biggest surprises is that LeBron appears willing to consider destinations in the Western Conference. We also discuss whether the New York Knicks are a realistic possibility and examine the central question surrounding his decision: Is this about winning another championship, protecting his legacy, or creating opportunities beyond basketball? Next, we turn to the Los Angeles Lakers, where Luka Dončić has become the franchise centerpiece. After investing heavily in Walker Kessler and committing major money to Austin Reaves, are the Lakers legitimate championship contenders, or do they still have critical holes to fill? Marc explains what Los Angeles still needs if it hopes to compete for another NBA title. We also dive into one of the offseason's most shocking moves: Jaylen Brown's trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. Why did Boston make the deal when it did? Why send a franchise cornerstone to an Eastern Conference rival? And what questions still haven't been answered about the Celtics' long-term vision? Finally, we rank the NBA figures facing the most pressure entering next season. From Ja Morant trying to reestablish himself as one of the league's elite guards, to Victor Wembanyama carrying enormous expectations, to Jaylen Brown beginning a new chapter in Philadelphia, Giannis Antetokounmpo chasing another title, and Brad Stevens defending one of the most scrutinized front-office decisions in recent memory, we debate who has the most at stake. If you're an NBA fan who loves insider reporting, free agency news, trade analysis, roster building, and championship debates, this episode is for you. Topics Covered: LeBron James free agency Marc Stein NBA free agency New York Knicks Los Angeles Lakers Luka Dončić Walker Kessler Austin Reaves Jaylen Brown Boston Celtics Philadelphia 76ers Jayson Tatum Giannis Antetokounmpo Ja Morant Victor Wembanyama Brad Stevens NBA rumors NBA analysis Basketball podcast Sports podcast If you enjoy intelligent NBA conversations, exclusive insider perspectives, and deep dives into the biggest stories in basketball, be sure to FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a review. Time stamps 01:15 - Lebron James's free agency. Why those in the NBA fear Cleveland Cavalier the most 03:02 - What LeBron's agent Rich Paul says lots of teams make sense and is leaving more breadcrumbs 05:10 - Why is LeBron making a show of his free agency and the shocking development that LeBron is seriously considering a team in the Eastern Conference 09:00 The Golden State Warriors definitely want LeBron to join them 12:00 Would Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks call Lebron and ask him to join the Knicks? 15:20 The Los Angeles Lakers are Luka Doncic's team now after LeBron, are they championship contenders? 18:35 Unanswered Questions after Jaylen Brown was traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers 24:00 the six people in the NBA with the most pressure on them next season? 28:41 Marc also covered soccer as a reporter and he rants about why Christian Pulisic is getting too much blame for the USMNT losing to Belgium and wonders why the US isn't producing world class goalkeepers anymore? #LeBronJames #NBA #NBAFreeAgency #MarcStein #LukaDoncic #Lakers #JaylenBrown #Celtics #76ers #NBARumors #Basketball #NBAPodcast #SportsPodcast #JaMorant #VictorWembanyama #Giannis #Knicks

LeBron's Free Agency Drama, FIFA's Balogun Controversy, Brandon Aiyuk's Social Media, Philadelphia's Sports Surge & Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce This week on A Must-Win Game, we dive into the biggest and most controversial stories across the sports world—and beyond. We begin with LeBron James and what has become one of the most talked-about NBA storylines of the offseason. Why has LeBron's free agency played out so publicly? What should fans make of reports that his agent, Rich Paul, has been keeping a whiteboard of potential landing spots? Is this about finding the best basketball situation, or has the offseason become part of the entertainment? Next, we discuss the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun and the U.S. Men's National Team ahead of its World Cup showdown with Belgium. We examine FIFA's decision to allow Balogun to suit up despite his previous red card, the public debate surrounding reports of political involvement, and why many American soccer fans are feeling conflicted. Can you celebrate a favorable outcome if you question the process that produced it? We also explore how FIFA's long-standing reputation continues to shape fan reactions to controversial decisions. Then we turn to the NFL, where Brandon Aiyuk continues to dominate headlines. From his social media activity to the ongoing trade speculation, we discuss whether Aiyuk is helping or hurting his chances of getting the fresh start he wants—and what his public interactions could mean for a potential move. We also spotlight why Philadelphia is enjoying one of the best stretches of success in American sports, with multiple teams generating excitement and championship expectations. Finally, we close with one of the biggest pop culture conversations of the week: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Was their highly publicized wedding simply a celebration, or has it also become a masterclass in modern branding and public relations? Topics Covered: LeBron James free agency Rich Paul NBA free agency NBA rumors Folarin Balogun USMNT FIFA World Cup USA vs. Belgium FIFA controversy Brandon Aiyuk San Francisco 49ers Washington Commanders Jayden Daniels Philadelphia sports Taylor Swift Travis Kelce NFL news NBA analysis Soccer analysis Sports commentary If you enjoy smart sports conversations, bold opinions, NBA and NFL analysis, World Cup coverage, and the biggest stories shaping sports and culture, be sure to FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a review.

Jaylen Brown to the 76ers, LeBron to Denver? & The Enormous Pressure on the USMNT | A Must-Win Game This is a podcast for sports fans, especially the NBA free agency and the Fifa World Cup. Both have been exciting and dramatic! The NBA offseason has delivered blockbuster headlines, and A Must-Win Game breaks down everything you need to know. We begin with one of the biggest trades in recent NBA history as NBA analyst Rohan Nadkarni explains the Jaylen Brown trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. We examine why Boston made the move, what it means for Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, and the balance of power in the Eastern Conference, and which team came out on top. Then we tackle one of the hottest takes of the offseason: Should LeBron James sign with the Denver Nuggets? We explain why teaming up with Nikola Jokić could be the perfect final chapter of LeBron's career and what it would mean for the NBA title race. We also rank the Top 5 teams in the Eastern Conference heading into the season and explain why we don't believe the Los Angeles Lakers are legitimate championship contenders. Is the Lakers' roster good enough to compete for an NBA title, or are expectations simply too high? In the second half of the show, soccer analyst Luis Miguel Echegaray joins the podcast to preview one of the biggest matches in U.S. Men's National Team history at the FIFA World Cup. timestamps 00:30 intro and why did the celtics trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers?? 03:00 why is Jaylen Brown a polarizing player? 05:00 ranking the top 5 NBA teams in the eastern conference 07:55 Rohan thinks LeBron should sign with the Denver Nuggets and here's why 10:22 the ceiling for the Los Angeles Lakers this season? 12:10 Luka Doncic is calling the shots with the LA Lakers 18:40 Luis Miguel Echegaray joins the show! Should Flo Balogun have been given a red card vs Bosnia-Herzegovina? 21:40 how do you replace flo balogun? 24:48 how much pressure is now on Christian Pulisic and can he handle it? 26:29 Why France is the team playing the best in the 2026 Fifa World Cup We discuss: ⚽ Why Folarin Balogun's red card was technically the correct decision under the Laws of the Game. ⚽ The enormous pressure now facing Christian Pulisic as the USMNT prepares for its Round of 16 showdown against Belgium without its starting striker. ⚽ Why France has separated itself from the rest of the field and looks like the team to beat at this World Cup. ⚽ Tactical breakdowns, predictions, and what the United States must do to advance. If you enjoy in-depth NBA analysis, World Cup coverage, soccer tactics, sports debate, and conversations about the biggest stories in sports, this episode is for you. Topics Covered: Jaylen Brown trade Boston Celtics Philadelphia 76ers LeBron James Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokić Los Angeles Lakers NBA offseason NBA power rankings Eastern Conference Christian Pulisic Folarin Balogun USMNT USA vs. Belgium FIFA World Cup France national team Soccer analysis Basketball analysis Be sure to FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a review if you enjoy the show! Keywords: Jaylen Brown, Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James, Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokić, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA Podcast, NBA Analysis, Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun, USMNT, FIFA World Cup, USA vs Belgium, France Soccer, Soccer Podcast, Sports Podcast, Basketball, Football, Sports Talk

One of the most accomplished broadcasters in sports television joins A Must-Win Game this week. Award-winning broadcaster Linda Cohn sits down to discuss her remarkable 34-year career at ESPN, where she became the longest-tenured SportsCenter anchor in network history, hosting more than 5,600 episodes of the iconic show. Linda opens up about the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned during one of the most influential careers in sports media. Among the topics discussed: Why Linda believes she "should have gotten more opportunities" during her ESPN career. The pressure ESPN personalities faced to create a memorable signature catchphrase—and how "For the love of elevation!" became one of hers. The emotional decision to retire from ESPN after 34 years. The surprising celebrities who reached out after her retirement announcement, including Lil Wayne and Charles Barkley. Behind-the-scenes stories from SportsCenter. The evolution of sports media over the past three decades. Advice for the next generation of sports broadcasters. Her exciting new YouTube channel and podcast launching in late July. Then, former Maggie and Perloff co-host Andrew Perloff joins the show for another edition of Stock Up / Stock Down, where we break down the biggest stories in sports, including: 📈 LeBron James' legacy after announcing his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. 📈 FIFA, the World Cup, and the fascinating contradiction between football's most beloved tournament and one of sports' most controversial governing bodies. 📉 Phil Mickelson and the latest controversy surrounding one of golf's greatest champions—and what it could mean for his legacy. 📈 The biggest winners and losers across the sports world this week. Whether you're passionate about the NBA, NFL, golf, soccer, sports media, or the biggest conversations shaping today's sports landscape, Episode 4 delivers insightful interviews, thoughtful analysis, and engaging debate. Timecodes 00:10 Welcome, Perloff likes the intro music 00:30 - LeBron James will not resign with the Los Angeles Lakers. Why he's not an all time Laker. 4:00 - Perloff thinks LeBron James is damaging his legacy if he joins Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Steve Kerr with the Golden State Warriors. 10:45 - Maggie thinks FIFA is getting credit for how amazing the World Cup has been, but they are one of the most corrupt organizations in sports. 14:18 - Perloff is intrigued by Ja Morant joining the Portland Trailblazers. Can Ja Morant redeem his career? Will it work with Damien Lillard and Scoot Henderson? Will this be the JailBlazers all over again? 17:20 - Phil Mickelson is ruining his legacy. In a recent article by Alan Shipnuck, Phil Mickelson's boorish behavior is revealed and the details are alarming. While their scandals are different, Phil Mickelson is started to resemble Tiger Woods and how Tiger Woods has had multiple negative scandals over the years. 21:02 - We're saddened by the news that Chris Johnson revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS. Maggie tells a story about the time Chris Johnson came to visit Sports Illustrated and brought fellow running back LenDale White with him unexpectedly. 23:04 - Perloff thinks the National Basketball Association is the most ripe for gambling scandals after Malik Beasley was arrested. 24:33- Perloff is dressing up like a Revolutionary War general for the 250th anniversary of the United States winning independence. This is how he celebrated the fourth of July in Philadelphia. 26:27 Linda Cohn just retired from ESPN and Sportscenter and she joins the show! 28:38 - Fighting for every opportunity that came her way. 32:26 - Linda's evolution from not wanting to mess up, to finding her voice and confidence as a sports broadcaster on SportsCenter. 34:04 - Linda is starting her own YouTube Channel and the hot takes are going to be on full display 34:57 - The pressure at SportsCenter to come up with a catchphrase. One of Linda's was "for the love of elevation" 38:09 - Specific SportsCenter episodes that she will always remember, including the day that Muhammad Ali died. 44:29 - Buying her own tickets to sporting events, and making her life about moments and memories more than material things. 47:39 - The celebrities who reached out to her after her announcement that she was retiring from ESPN included Lil Wayne and Charles Barkley. 49:11 - Linda questions the strategy from her favorite team, The New York Rangers. Especially the recent signing of Pavel Dorofeyev. Also the pressure is on the New York Rangers now that the New York Knicks have broken their long championship drought.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL ANALYST SETH DAVIS SAYS HE DOES NOT SEE ANY GENERATIONAL PLAYERS IN THE 2026 NBA DRAFT. SETH ALSO EXPLAINS THAT FORMER MICHIGAN WOLVERINES HEAD BASKETBALL COACH DUSTY MAY TAKING THE HEAD COACHING JOB FOR THE DALLAS MAVERICKS IS NOT A BAD SIGN FOR COLLEGE BASKETBALL BECAUSE COACHES LIKE JON SCHEYER AT DUKE UNIVERSITY AND DANNY HURLEY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HAVE STAYED IN COLLEGE. SETH ALSO EXPLAINS WHY FORMER VILLANOVA COACH JAY WRIGHT DOES NOT REGRET TURNING DOWN THE NEW YORK KNICKS, EVEN THOUGH THREE OF HIS FORMER PLAYERS, JALEN BRUNSON, JOSH HART, AND MIKAL BRIDGES, JUST WON A CHAMPIONSHIP IN NEW YORK. SETH ALSO GIVES HIS TOP FIVE ALL TIME COLLEGE BASKETBALL PLAYERS OF THE 1990'S. BEFORE SETH DAVIS, MAGGIE TELLS YOU WHOSE STOCK IS UP AND WHOSE STOCK IS DOWN. STOCK DOWN TO THE NEW YORK TIMES FOR THEIR STORY ABOUT DIANNA RUSSINI. STOCK UP TO THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE FOR HOW THEY HAVE HANDLED BRENDAN SORSBY WHO BET ON HIS OWN TEAM WHILE PLAYING QUARTERBACK.

GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO WAS TRADED TO THE MIAMI HEAT IN A BLOCKBUSTER DEAL! MAGGIE GRAY AND ANDREW PERLOFF DISAGREE ON WHETHER GIANNIS CAN LEAD THE MIAMI HEAT TO AN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP AND SOLIDIFY HIS LEGACY AS ONE OF THE GREATEST BASKETBALL PLAYERS OF ALL TIME. MAGGIE AND PERLOFF ALSO DISCUSS FORMER MICHIGAN WOLVERINES BASKETBALL COACH DUSTY MAY'S SURPRISE MOVE TO THE DALLAS MAVERICKS, WATCHING NORWAY DEFEAT SENEGAL IN THE WORLD CUP BEHIND ERLING HAALAND'S TWO GOALS, AND WHETHER CROWDS AT THE US OPEN WERE TOO HARSH ON WYNDHAM CLARK?

WHY DOES EVERYONE HATE WYNDHAM CLARK? DAVID DUSEK, SENIOR WRITER FOR GOLFWEEK EXPLAINS THAT FANS FEEL CLARK HAS NOT BEEN HUMBLED SINCE HE DESTROYED A LOCKER AT OAKMONT LAST YEAR. ALSO, WHO PLAYS A PRO TOURNAMENT FIRST, TIGER WOODS OR HIS SON CHARLIE WOODS? AND FINALLY WHOSE STOCK IS UP AND WHOSE IS DOWN IN THE WORLD OF GOLF?