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SVP and Steve recap a big first weekend of the NBA and NHL Playoffs. The best thing of the past week was the Sabres claiming their first playoff win in 15 years. The guys discuss the scene in Buffalo, Monaco’s call and more. In the NBA, Wemby had a dominant game one that has many thinking the Spurs could win it all. But could they despite the postseason inexperience? SVP then shares his thoughts on the way SGA is officiated, acknowledging both sides of the argument. LeBron is still doing it at 41 and the Magic pulled off the upset in game one, but can the Lakers and Orlando do it four times? SVP also makes a bold prediction on Steve Kerr, while Stanford Steve offers a suggestion. Plus, Steve shares his hilarious experience at the Nationals game with his family, the guys give their thoughts on the Dexter Lawrence trade, SVP shares an important flag football story and Steve has a bone to pick with refs in 12 y/o 3v3 hoops. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes (0:00) Intro (2:09) Fitzpatrick beats Scottie in a playoff (3:32) What a win for the Sabres (4:14) Stanley Cup Playoffs thoughts (7:44) What a scene in Buffalo (14:44) Final hockey thoughts (18:14) Wemby dominates Gm 1: Spurs all the way? (26:04) About the way SGA is officiated… (32:30) More NBA Playoffs takeaways (33:00) Can the Lakers do it three more times? (41:20) Is the Steve Kerr era over? (47:09) Steve’s GREAT idea for Coach Kerr (49:14) Do the Magic have more magic in them? (51:00) Weighing on the Hornets/LaMelo discourse… (56:10) Thoughts on the Mets losing streak (59:20) NFL uni reveal reactions (1:03:40) Nats game w/ the fam recap (1:11:34) Best questions during the Nats game (1:15:00) Flag football learning experience (1:19:34) Dexter Lawrence trade reaction (1:21:14) NFL Draft preview (1:25:30) Ref etiquette for 12 y/o 3v3 hoops (1:26:37) SVP still hasn’t watched any shows (1:28:19) Shoutout to the Angels broadcast (1:31:31) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve recap the Masters from all angles. Rory McIlroy became the 4th man to go back-to-back. The guys discuss what led to Rory’s victory and what made it special. Plus, a look at Justin Rose’s showing, Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley’s final stretches, Cam Young’s tournament and more, including an inside explanation on why it was difficult to show Rory’s second shot on 18. SVP then gives his annual Augusta shoutouts and breaks down his Friday call. Additionally, SVP’s pen saga, how he spends his Saturdays and Sundays at Augusta, Steve offers a handful of observations and how many majors will Rory win? Finally, the guys preview the NBA and NHL Playoffs and talk the biggest storylines heading into the NFL Draft. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:00 Masters reaction (28:40) SVP’s Augusta shoutouts (32:35) Where was the pen? 35:00) Club down on 18 w/ two-shot lead? (36:15) Broadcast notes (40:33) Breaking down Friday’s call (46:45) The Big Texas bit is out of control (49:10) Final Masters thoughts (54:00 How many majors will Rory win? (57:45) How SVP spends his SAT and SUN (1:00:00) Augusta Weekend recap (1:07:45) Steve loves Coachella (1:09:45) Shoutout Bub Carrington (1:12:00) NBA Playoffs preview (1:14:45) NHL Playoffs preview (1:19:50) NFL Draft thoughts (1:22:30) Afternoon musings (1:24:35) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to recap a weekend of championship basketball. First, Michigan gets it done beating UConn in a game that the Huskies just didn’t shoot well enough. The guys discuss what led to Michigan’s win and if the championship should be celebrated. Plus, what a career for UConn’s Alex Karaban and thoughts on Dusty May scouting Illinois-UConn. Then Steve gets into his experience watching the Women’s Final Four in Arizona, including incognito In-N-Out trips, sweet victory for the youngest and some interesting Tesla experiences. SVP also touches on Geno’s words and actions regarding the spat with Dawn Staley. Additionally, SVP breaks silence on the potential of the guys moving to the 5 p.m. block on ESPN before getting into a Masters preview. SVP & Steve discuss who they like to wear the green jacket Sunday at the 90th edition at Augusta National. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (2:07) The CBB portal is absurd (3:32) SVP is LIVE from firm Augusta (6:32) Big Texas has become a thing (7:22) National championship recap (14:47) Final Four recap (18:22) Should Michigan’s title be celebrated? (23:37) Cadeau was awesome (25:42) Big Ten Scotty is on cloud nine (27:07) Thoughts on Dusty May scouting ILL-UCONN (28:37) Who asked for The Chainsmokers? (30:37) What a career for Alex Karaban (32:32) Ranking the worst Final Four games (33:47) Women’s Final Four recap (35:52) South Carolina upsets UConn (40:32) Thoughts on Geno’s words and actions (42:02) UCLA claims first WBB title - reaction (47:42) WBB Final Four highlights (50:12) Steve’s Tesla experience (52:08) Phoenix recap (57:30) About the 5 o’clock show… (1:02:55) Welcome to the real world, UConn MBB fans (1:04:30) Who the guys like at Augusta (1:11:35) Gary Woodland’s press conference was awesome (1:14:25) Masters Preview (1:16:53) Rankings things dumbest to least dumbest (1:21:40) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to break down the results of the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament. It was heartbreak for Steve in DC (but the list stayed accurate) as Duke fell to UConn. The guys discuss the all-timer from all angles, including Braylon Mullins' final shot and how the results impact the discourse around Dan Hurley and Jon Scheyer. Additionally, will Arizona-Michigan be one of the best games in recent memory? And why Illinois has a REAL shot to win it all. Plus, Gary Woodland's win was SPECIAL, when Jeremiyah Love should go in the NFL Draft, Steve's upcoming road trip to Phoenix and a full breakdown of the Tiger Woods situation from SVP. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (2:46) Gary Woodland’s win was special (9:15) UConn Duke reax (17:00) UConn’s road (18:15) UConn kept poise (21:25) Is the Jon Scheyer criticism fair? (27:25) UConn-Duke fallout (39:11) What to expect in Arizona-Michigan (48:10) Final thoughts from second weekend (52:40) Can Illinois reach the promised land? (57:10) Who wins it all? (59:46) The shocking truth about the UNC job (1:02:20) Will Wade back to LSU?!? (1:05:00) Steve is headed to Phoenix! (1:10:20) Handling the LSU WBB loss (1:11:45) Are tip times too late? (1:13:00) The problems with the NCAA Tournament (1:18:57) Where should Jeremiyah Love go in the draft? (1:25:00) NFL Draft thoughts (1:28:00) About the Tiger situation (1:34:30) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss the first weekend of the NCAA Basketball tournament from all angles. The first round had its moments, especially Thursday, including a close one for Duke against Siena. The guys discuss Santa Clara's heartbreak loss as well before diving into round two results, including the thriller between Nebraska and Vanderbilt and Iowa's upset win over Florida – setting up a Corn vs. Crops in the Sweet 16. Plus, more on Tennessee's win over Virginia, Alabama's dominant victory over Texas Tech, Texas' Sweet 16 run, Purdue's resurgence, Arkansas' path, the heavyweight battle between Houston and Illinois, and the loaded East Region. Is the winner of Mich St-UConn the winner of the East? Finally, a word on the women's bracket and how it might be the UConn Invitational, Real or Fake TV Shows (Uncensored), Tiger playing in the TGL Finals, the art of motivation and more. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (4:40) First weekend recap (6:17) Duke escapes Siena (10:30) R64 thoughts (13:00) Corn vs. Crops in Sweet 16! (15:00) Nebraska-Vanderbilt reaction (25:50) Iowa-Florida reaction (45:00) Six B1G teams reach Sweet 16 (45:45) Tennessee-Virginia reaction (48:17) Iowa State-Kentucky reaction (50:40) Michigan vs. Alabama thoughts (53:10) Texas-Gonzaga reaction (56:00) Purdue-Miami reaction (58:40) Arkansas-High Point reaction (1:04:30) How seasons are remembered (1:05:50) Houston-Illinois is gonna be GOOD (1:10:37) Shoutout to the Peppas (1:12:37) Izzo whistle vs. Kohl Center whistle (1:15:10) Michigan State-UConn preview (1:18:40) Duke-St. John’s preview (1:23:40) Lots of non-list teams still in it (1:24:40) Real or Fake TV shows (uncensored) (1:27:55) Bryan Hodgson going to Providence says a lot about Syracuse (1:33:00) Will UConn WBB roll all the way? (1:35:32) About the Maryland WBB situation (1:38:55) The art of motivation (1:43:05) Tiger Woods to play in TGL Finals (1:45:40) Afternoon musings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are here to react to the 2026 NCAA Tournament March Madness bracket. Steve gives his UNFILTERED thoughts on all the issues with the bracket. Duke's draw is TOUGH, and Steve is giving his Blue Devils NO CHANCE of reaching Indy. A potential Florida-Vandy rematch isn't ideal, and a road game in the Elite 8?? Plus, will chalk indeed fly? Is it Arizona's year? Which upsets does SVP like the most? Plus, a solution to the flopping problem, reaction to Bam Adebayo's 83-point game and an in-depth breakdown of Cam Young's Players Championship victory. Finally, thoughts on the nasty front taking over the east coast, Steve needs tickets to the Women's Final Four, an all-time SVP golf tactic and Steve's admission to grand theft auto. | SVPod Appoximate Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (0:34) Bracket reaction (5:12) Should Miami (OH) have to play in Dayton? (7:37) Conference championship reactions (9:17) Steve’s issues with the bracket (10:42) Should Purdue be a 2-seed? (13:32) More bracket reaction (23:42) Bracketologists nailed it (25:57) The 6-line is LOADED (26:30) Watch out for USF (31:30) UCLA with a BIG road trip ahead (34:20) Which teams can play spoiler? (39:23) Ark-Wisc could be a banger (42:15) ALL the pressure is on Arizona (45:00) Reaction to Bam’s 83 piece (46:45) This year’s freshman class has been GREAT49:10 Final bracket thoughts (55:10) Women’s bracket is a JOKE (57:55) Anybody got tix to Women’s Final Four? (59:08) This weather is CRAZY (1:02:41) More conf champ reactions (1:10:10) First rd. spread thoughts (1:13:00) Does flopping get rewarded too much? (1:16:25) ‘All Carry’ by Geno is out soon! (1:18:40) Players Championship reaction (1:32:30) Dopplegangers? (1:35:35) The art of the Texas handshake (1:39:55) SVP’s all-time golf tactic (1:42:50) Steve’s oldest got a cell… (1:45:20) Teenage stories (1:49:00) Who wins it all? (1:49:35) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to recap a BIG weekend in college hoops as the regular season officially came to a close. Purdue and Wisconsin proved Steve right over the weekend, and Duke took care of business. But the same cannot be said for the bubble teams, further proving tournament expansion is unnecessary. SVP is IN on Florida, and his family is ALL IN. The guys discuss the Gators' chances of reaching the Final 4, the thrilling WCC Tournament, Navy's heartbreak in the Patriot League tourney, what to expect in the Big 12 tournament and more, including an in-depth conversation on the good and bad of conference tournaments. Additionally, the guys discuss sporadic NFL free agency news breaking during the pod, the World Baseball Classic, Akshay Bhatia's win, a year in review for Maryland basketball, the staggering amount of questions that come from the Van Pelt kids, Auburn's weak case to make the tournament and why MIAMI O BELONGS. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (2:47) Will Tua become a cautionary tale for NFL GMs? (5:27) World Baseball Classic has been awesome (9:50) ‘Make Your Fouls’ is coming (10:37) CBB takeaways (11:17) Florida to the Final Four? (13:32) Thoughts on UConn (16:02) Wisconsin and Purdue are who we thought they were (21:10) O/U on daily questions asked by Van Pelt kids? (27:37) Put Miami O in the tourney (35:17) The good and bad of conference tournaments (48:39) Big 12 tournament is LOADED (51:47) Bubble teams had a BAD weekend (54:17) The case for Stanford (1:01:17) Auburn’s case to make the dance (1:05:00) What’s at stake this week (1:09:07) SVP’s shoutouts (1:15:22) Who is the Player of the Year? (1:18:07) CBB Final Thoughts (1:21:37) Maryland Hoops Year in Review (1:30:00) NFL Free Agency News (1:34:32) NBA Storylines (1:38:42) Jayson Tatum’s recovery speaks volumes (1:43:29) More FA news (1:44:37) SVP’s still IN on March Madness (1:46:02) Afternoon musings (1:49:55) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss a litany of topics in the world of college basketball. Starting with Steve’s list, the Big Man gives the updated version, with a couple new teams and one notable exit. More than just the National Championship contenders, the guys discuss Kentucky’s likelihood to make the Sweet 16, who is the second best team in the SEC, if BYU can be dangerous in the tournament, Purdue’s home struggles, what seed Gonzaga deserves and more. Plus, thoughts on the NFL Combine and recent NBA happenings. Who’s the best pick to win The Finals? Finally, lost shoes, ejected socks, surprise flurries, Steve’s bad beat and would SVP send his kids to Duke? | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:20) The new list is HERE (7:20) The subtractions (8:40) Why Duke and MSU were added (15:25) Teams that lack Quad 1 wins (18:10) Who are the best teams in the nation? (25:50) On the beef between Cal and Golden (34:50) Purdue concerns (42:50) St. Mary’s-Gonzaga reaction (47:30) WVU-BYU reaction (48:35) What should be Gonzaga’s seed? (52:30) Back to the list (53:30) Yay or Nay on UK to the Sweet 16? (57:30) Final CBB thoughts (1:05:15) NFL Combine recap (1:17:00) The REAL contenders in the NBA (1:27:00) Would SVP send his kids to Duke? (1:31:00) The reception of men’s and women’s USA Hockey teams was incredible (1:32:35) It’s snowing outside?!? (1:34:17) Afternoon musings (1:48:20) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve discuss all angles of USA's hockey gold medal win over Canada in Milan. The guys get into the moment Jack Hughes made the game-winning goal and how it's one of the better moments in American sports history. Plus, shoutout to Connor Hellebuyck for his crucial performance and captain Auston Matthews. Additionally, Steve gives the broadcast its credit and SVP goes into depth on the magnificent performance from Mike Tirico. The guys also touch on the big upsets in college basketball and if Duke is going to crack Steve's list, and SVP ends addressing the mistake that was made during ESPN's Rondale Moore tribute. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:55) USA-Canada gold medal game reaction (20:00) The Jack Hughes moment was special (24:10) This was one of the all-time great sports moments (34:10) The broadcast was awesome (39:00) Mike Tirico is one of a kind (50:15) Duke-Michigan reaction (1:03:30) Will Duke crack Steve’s list? (1:05:40) Arizona-Houston reaction (1:07:45 BYU-Iowa State reaction (1:13:00) Jacob Bridgeman Genesis win reaction (1:19:45) Steve’s daughter qualified for JOs! (1:24:20) More weekend recap (1:28:28) About the Rondale Moore mistake… (1:32:56) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are back to do a deep dive into college hoops as Steve's List makes its debut, NBA All-Star weekend and more top NBA storylines. Who is the face of the NBA? Thoughts on the current All-Star game format? And a word on Kevin Durant's burner situation... Then, Steve gives his list of CBB teams that can win the National Championship. Some surprises make the cut, and some teams are surprisingly left off... but if you know Steve, it might not be too shocking. Finally, thoughts on Jerome Tang's firing from Kansas State, an Olympics update, shoutouts to Harry Engle and Anthony Kim, paper towel use, the one fatal flaw for all of Steve's teams and a BIG revelation that left SVP STUNNED. | SVPod (0:00) Intro (4:01) The KD burner situation (10:06) Shoutout to the merch buyers (11:21) All-Star wknd recap (17:46) Who is the FACE of the NBA? (23:00) NBA Draft or no draft? (29:00) What we watched over the wknd (30:06) CBB wknd recap (33:31) Coming up in CBB (39:30) Steve’s CBB teams that can WIN IT ALL (58:50) Which Duke natty hurt SVP more? (1:02:00) Fatal flaw for teams on Steve’s list (1:05:30) Thoughts on K-State firing Jerome Tang (1:17:06) Olympics update (1:19:00) Vrabel greeting the players was awesome (1:20:16) Will teams ever sit on their own bench in timeouts? (1:21:16) What a college debut for Harrison Engle (1:25:51) Ever listened to a pod all the way through? (1:26:46) We need Dilfer vs. Hasselebeck (1:27:26) The paper towel usage is getting out of hand (1:29:00) Steve revelations! (1:33:33) Shoutout Anthony Kim (1:41:20) Pebble Beach recap (1:46:40) Remembering covering Dale’s passing (1:51:30) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down the Super Bowl from all angles, discuss Steve's recent Disney trip, the Olympics and more. It wasn't the most entertaining game to say the least, but the Seahawks' defense deserves a ton of credit for capping off a great season with a historic performance. The guys also give Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III his flowers and also acknowledge Sam Darnold's clean play throughout the postseason. On the Patriots side of things, it's easy to say they'll be back, but we've said that before... Then, a word on the Halftime Show discussion, Steve's buffalo wing streak has sadly ended, a Disney trip recap and why SVP may not be taking two red eyes in a five-day span any time soon. Plus, tales from Manhattan Beach, thoughts on the current happenings in the NBA, Lindsey Vonn's decision to give it a go, SVP's favorite Super Bowl commercial and more. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (2:00) SB LX Recap (23:08) About the halftime show (24:50) Steve’s buffalo wing streak is over (26:55) No more squares pools (27:37) More on the halftime show (29:04) Pro Bowl recap (29:45) Boomer is the best (31:34) A week in review… (38:00) NEW MERCH (39:34) SVP watched the Miracle doc! (43:55) Olympics are ramping up (45:00) Thoughts on Lindsey Vonn (50:36) SVP’s favorite SB commercial (53:14) NBA thoughts (58:32) Steve’s Disney recap (1:07:30) Coming up (1:09:42) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to preview Super Bowl 60, share their takeaways from a great weekend of college hoops, talk the top NBA storylines and more. Is Drake Maye’s shoulder really hurt? What’s at stake for the Seahawks and Patriots beyond what happens on the field Sunday? Stanford Steve likes New England straight up, and SVP may agree with him. Then, a full recap of the best of college basketball over the weekend, including the rivalry game in Spokane, Florida’s statement, Kansas and Illinois’ momentum and more. Plus, a shoutout to Jalen Duren and the Pistons, Novak Djokovic for continuing to defy logic and Carlos Alcaraz for accomplishing the career slam. Finally, the guys air out their grievances for the way the DC area has handled the snow, Punxsutawney Phil and more. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:35) DMV is struggling to combat the snow (4:36) It’s Super Bowl week! (9:31) SB LX Preview (18:40) Radio row isn’t missed (20:35) Pro Bowl is here (Thank you Joe Burrow) (24:24) Illinois MBB is the REAL DEAL (27:10) CBB wknd thoughts (31:00) Gonzaga-St. Mary’s reaction (38:30) Shoutout to UCF (39:05) Kansas is scary with DP (42:50) Upcoming CBB schedule (44:44) Hoops update for Steve’s kids (46:00) Shoutout Jalen Duren (49:15) NBA storylines (52:38) Hats off to Novak (57:08) Alcaraz is unbelievable (58:38) SVP needs to pack and has homework (1:05:48) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down the AFC and NFC Championship games along with an action-packed slate of college basketball. The Patriots are headed back to the Super Bowl after an ugly 10-7 win over the Broncos in the snow. The NFC championship game delivered, though, as the Seahawks bested the Rams in a classic. Will that be Matthew Stafford’s last game? And who’s the early lean in Super Bowl LX? The guys then move to break down all the big performances from a loaded college basketball Saturday, featuring many standout days from freshmen. And then a word on the Charles Bediako situation at Alabama and how the college basketball world continues to allow these things to happen. Finally, a swim meet recap that featured the news of Steve’s daughter punching her ticket to the J.O.s, an important driving question, a VERY IMPORTANT merch update and can someone plow Steve’s road please? | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (0:55) Where are the snow plows?! (3:38) Snow removal is a young man’s game (7:40) NFC champ game recap (24:36) AFC champ game recap (40:14) American Express recap (42:55) Coaching carousel thoughts (48:34) CBB wknd recap (55:14) The Charles Bediako situation (1:01:08) More CBB thoughts (1:05:14) Swim meet recap (1:11:30) Important driving question (1:14:20) MERCH UPDATE (1:17:44) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down the National Championship and the NFL Divisional Round while looking ahead to the conference championships. The guys were both in South Florida for the big game and discuss all the big storylines from Indiana’s 27-21 win, and also give Curt Cignetti and IU their flowers for an incredible, 16-0 season, answering how they got here and what led to such a dominant year. Plus, full recap of the Rams’ wild win over Chicago, Denver’s OT win over Buffalo and the fallout on either side and the Pats’ win over the Texans, which saw CJ Stroud struggle mightily again… Additionally, SVP tells the story of how he got not one but two head injuries and how he really doesn’t know how his car works. All that and more, including what to expect regarding this weekend’s epic winter storm. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (1:12) Steve has put in the miles with Delta (2:10) SVP doesn’t know how his car works (5:05) A winter storm is coming (12:44) National Championship recap (37:08) Should the committee get together after the season? (39:00) The Big Ten is on a dominant run (42:27) Miami’s future (49:32) NFL Div Rd recap: Broncos beat Bills (57:18) NFL Div Rd recap: Pats defeat Texans (1:00:00) NFL Div Rd recap: Rams top Bears (1:04:00) The most intriguing SB LX matchups (1:07:35) Air Force One got Mechanical’d (1:09:00) The Stroud situation & coaching news (1:14:30) Shoutouts & quick hitters (1:18:54) SVP’s pair of head injuries (1:27:41) Thanks for watching & programming notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to break down all angles of NFL WildCard Weekend. Starting with the blowout in Pittsburgh, the guys detail their live experience watching the Texans’ defense dominate the Steelers in what could have been Aaron Rodgers’ final game, and definitely Mike Tomlin’s roaming the sidelines. Then, a full recap of the Bears’ thrilling comeback win over the Packers, along with expanded thoughts on Ben Johnson’s words about the Packers and his blow by to Matt LaFleur. Plus, hats off to the 49ers for an improbably win over the Eagles, props to the Patriots for taking care of business, Rams for avoiding the upset and Bills for winning a great one over Jacksonville that did not please SVP’s kids. Finally, a close look at the upcoming National Championship between Miami and Indiana and more. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (1:00) Steve’s fasting experience (5:20) Marcus Spears is the best (6:23) No one drinks more Diet Coke than SVP (8:03) Why Steve chose to fast (11:33) Pittsburgh recap (13:31) Texans crush Steelers (22:48) Is Aaron Rodgers done? (25:35) Pats cruise past LAC (29:08) Bills outlast Jags (29:48) SVP’s kids hated the result in Duval (32:48) More Bills-Jags recap (38:15) About Lynn Jones message to Liam Coen… (43:42) The art of asking tough questions in a presser (46:16) AJ Brown should’ve spoke to the media (50:00) 49ers upset Eagles (53:28) Hats off to Shanahan and Saleh (56:33) Rams avoid upset to Carolina (57:38) Bears pull off epic comeback… again (1:02:00) Thoughts on Ben Johnson’s comments + actions (1:10:05) Indiana is so good (1:11:50) Congrats to Ole Miss (1:14:12) Mario Cristobal was NOT angry at SVP (1:16:10) Natty preview (1:19:36) Afternoon musings (1:24:24) Watch ‘Elway’ (1:25:19) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to discuss the NFL Wildcard round and look ahead to the CFP Semifinals. NO ONE is talking about Oregon, can the Ducks shock the world? And can Ole Miss keep it going under Pete Golding? Plus an extended discussion on what Curt Cignetti has done in an incredibly challenging CFB landscape. On to the NFL, thoughts from the SNF THRILLER that saw the Steelers steal one from Baltimore and punch their ticket to the playoffs. All eyes on Josh Allen, right? But let’s not forget he doesn’t play defense. The guys share the teams they’re most excited to watch in the postseason and more. Finally, some thoughts on the recent happenings in college hoops and the NBA, plus Steve recaps running back up the tunnel in Pasadena, SVP’s disdain for “-gate”, a final Pooptown roll call, props to Travis Kelce and a recap of the FCS Championship. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:40) The transfer portal is chaos (4:53) FCS championship was a classic (20:40) Indiana’s turnaround is remarkable (22:56) Can Ole Miss keep it going? (29:40) No one is talking about Oregon (33:26) How CFB has changed in NIL world (42:06) Steelers win AFC North (46:51) NFL WC Round preview (51:33) Who should win the MVP? (53:26) Thoughts on the ending of Bal-Pit (56:15) Why SVP is out on Carolina (1:00:21) NFL WC Round preview (1:11:13 )Final Pooptown roll call (1:14:23) HC of LV or No. 1 overall? (1:15:25) SVP’s a fashion expert (1:18:40) CBB & NBA update (1:22:33) Thank you, Travis Kelce (1:26:30) Steve ran back up the tunnel (1:38:37) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to discuss Week 17 of the NFL season, look ahead to some intriguing Week 18 & Playoff storylines and dive deep into the CFP Quarterfinals. SVP goes through ever playoff team’s “Yeah, But” as it seems no one is the clear cut favorite. The guys go into detail on the Falcons’ win over the Rams, including Stafford’s rare dud and Bijan’s excellence. Plus, why the NFL shouldn’t expand to 18 regular season games and a discussion on the Lamar Jackson situation. Then, a full CFP Quarterfinals preview with SVP and Steve sharing their thoughts on each game. Is Oregon-Texas Tech the BEST game of this round? Finally, a word on the chaos that is college basketball and how it desperately needs change, Steve’s nose waxing experience and SVP’s merch update. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (3:00) SVP had a rocky flight home (4:20) NFL Wk 18 storylines (6:22) Every playoff team’s “Yeah, but…” (10:30) Lots of good games coming up (11:52) Should the NFL have 18 reg szn games? (17:30) Falcons upset Rams (23:00) The Lamar Jackson situation (27:40) CFP Quarters preview (42:02) New Year’s special or Parade of Roses? (44:13) Is Oregon-Texas Tech the game of the week? (52:00) Current residents of Pooptown (54:52) Something has to change in college basketball (1:06:20) The Miracle of Pooptown (1:08:50) Steve’s nose wax experience (1:13:20) Remembering “lasts” (1:18:40) Til next time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down all the action from Week 16 of the NFL season. Starting with a convincing win by the 49ers over the Colts on MNF, can the Niners really make a Super Bowl run? SVP’s favorite is still the Rams in the NFC, but there are many teams that can make things interesting. In the AFC, it’s anyone’s best guess. Could the Jaguars be that team? What about the Patriots? And who should win Coach of the Year? Plus, a word on permanent Pooptown refugee Carolina Panthers, the Eagles’ outlook, the Netflix Christmas slate and more. Finally, a full recap of CFP Round 1, preview of the Quarterfinals, reflection of Christmas traditions past and present, how Mechanical is taking the world by storm and more. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (3:00) Get your merch! (3:46) Mechanical is a movement (5:30) Indy recap (7:34) MNF reaction (9:30) Who are the REAL contenders? (10:26) Jags throttle Denver (12:26) SVP cut Brock Purdy in fantasy… (13:23) Who should be COTY? (16:30) Are the Rams the team to beat in NFC? (18:44) Eagles coast to another win (21:13) Merry Christmas, Netflix! (24:30) Lions fall to Pittsburgh (29:11) Bears edge out Green Bay (30:43) Panthers control NFC South (33:40) Pats and Drake Maye are LEGIT (38:21) CFP 1st rd recap: Bama-OU (44:46) CFP 1st rd recap: A&M-Miami (49:40) CFP 1st rd recap: Ole Miss-Tulane & Oregon-JMU (59:00) CFP Quarterfinals preview (1:02:35) Christmas traditions (1:16:52) Have a happy holiday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down Week 15 of the NFL season. The guys start off with a Pittsburgh & MNF recap, and surprise, SVP was prepared for the cold this time! The Chiefs are eliminated, but don't declare the dynasty 'over' just yet. The 49ers continue to win and fly under the radar, and the NFC West has yet another big game Thursday as the Rams visit Seattle. Plus, who will win the NFC South? Who will win the AFC North? All that and more including Pooptown update, remembering baseball cards, a CFP first round preview, the state of college basketball and more. Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (0:36) Pittsburgh recap (10:30) Chiefs eliminated reaction (11:50) Who is the team to beat in the AFC? (13:10) Looking back on KC’s run (17:10) Stop declaring things over (22:30) Parsons fallout for GB (25:25) LAR-SEA is a big one, again (27:35) Phil Rivers return reaction (32:35) 49ers keep winning (35:25) Who will win the AFC North? (37:40) Who will win the NFC South? (40:40) Current residents of Pooptown (51:00) Watch King of Collectibles (1:01:18) CFP 1st rd preview (1:07:58) Thoughts on the state of CBB (1:16:41) Nikola Jokic is unreal (1:19:00) Wizards update (1:20:50) More CBB thoughts (1:24:45) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP goes solo this week to recap Week 14 of the NFL season, break down the CFP release fallout and more. Starting with MNF, is there hope the Eagles can turn it around? And what about the Chiefs? Who are currently the 10-SEED in the AFC Playoff Picture. SVP also discusses the Colts' unfortunate spiral and signing of Philip Rivers, the Packers' win over the Bears, Miami's resurgence and the teams that can truly make the Super Bowl. Plus, Pooptown. And finally, a word on the CFP release fallout and a college basketball check-in. Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (0:55) MERCH (4:16) MNF Recap (11:23) Texans top Chiefs (14:46) Colts sign old man Phil (16:44) Colts fall-off is unfortunate (20:41) Packers beat Bears in a great one (23:40) Teams that could make the Super Bowl (29:32) Salute to Miami (31:30) Should the Saints be in Pooptown? (32:16) Current Residents of Pooptown (33:24) SVP’s fantasy internal review (37:56) CFP release fallout (46:28) CBB check-in (52:15) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices