This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff dove into the recent announcements that the Philadelphia Eagles will be signing mega contracts with RB Saquon Barkley and DE Bryce Huff. The Eagles haven’t invested a great deal of financial resources into the running back position over many years - but that changes starting this year as they gave Saquon Barkley a three-year deal worth $37.5 million. It’s a deal that could amount to $46.75M and also includes $26M fully guaranteed. Bryce Huff is Vic Fangio’s...

The Philadelphia Flyers are making moves as they continue to set the foundation of their rebuild. General Manager Danny Briere and the front office certainly have a vision for the future, and things appear to be….making sense? This week, Ryan Quigley from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us for a dive into this Flyers team, the rebuild, and some talent we’ve been keeping our eyes on this season. It as a fantastic discussion! But first, we dove into Jason Kelce’s retirement from pro football and...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Ron Kopp Jr. from ArrowheadPride.com joined us for a deep dive into the Kansas City Chiefs as they are coming off their Super Bowl win. What does their offseason hold on both offense and defense, and what are the vibes surrounding the new NFL dynasty. Ron and Jeff discussed the following: How do they approach this offseason knowing the pressure that is now on this organization?Patrick Mahomes wasn’t perfect this past season, so where does he focus...

Today, March 4, 2024, will be a day that will live in infamy within the world of Eagles Nation and Philly sports. Jason Kelce, the best center to play the game of professional football, has retired. While we certainly wish Jason the best as he’ll move onto new endeavors and continue to change and entertain the world in fascinating and positive ways, we wanted to reflect on what he meant to the Eagles, especially after winning the Super Bowl. We have included in this podcast his post-Super...

While the Philadelphia Eagles’ offseason has arrived, the front office and fans have wasted no time diving into what this offseason may look like as this team looks to remain competitive in the NFC this coming season. O.J. Spivey, award winning journalist from the Philadelphia Tribune, joined us for a discussion about some Eagles offseason storylines that we’re all going to be following. It as a fantastic discussion! But first, we talked about what the NCAA and college conferences should do...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Josh Rodriguez from The Dime with Josh & Kwab Podcast joined us for a deep dive into the New York Knicks and what they’ve been showing the Eastern Conference as of late. With new talent arriving on the team before the trade deadline, can they truly make a push for the Eastern Conference Finals this season? Many questions persist. Josh and Jeff discussed the following: A history of how the Knicks got this point of success after years of being a...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Maggie Wiggin from the A Pod Of Their Own podcast over at the HomeRunApplesauce.com family of podcasts about whether or not the New York Mets can compete in the NL East this season. Have they done enough this offseason to make a run? Also, what’s happening with MLB’s pants this season? Topics that Matt and Jeff dove into: Grading the Mets offseason and expectations for them right out of the gate.Are the Mets simply banking on staying healthy to keep...

Spring Training has begun for the Philadelphia Phillies, and it’s great to see baseball images on our devices at this time of year. What will this upcoming Phillies season bring and what storylines will we be focusing on during Spring Training? Jeff Kerr from CBS Sports joined us for a dive into the Phillies this week. It was a great discussion! But first, we talked about how important Buddy Hield has been for the Sixers out of the gate. Should they sign him to an extension? (approx. 4:30) We...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Evan “Tex” Western from AcmePackingCompany.com joined us for a deep dive into the Green Bay Packers, what their offseason may look like, and what their overall future holds. Coming off this past season, are they truly one of the top teams in the NFC. Tex and Jeff discussed the following: Reflections on the Packers’ previous season, and did they surprise the football world?A look at Jordan Love’s on-the-field growth and productivity.Might there be a...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Matt Rogers from The Honorable Mention Podcast for a discussion about where this Philadelphia 76’ers team is heading as they face a number of challenges. The real question is: do we have optimism about the remainder of this season as we look toward the upcoming stretch of games and possible postseason picture? Topics that Matt and Jeff dove into: Tyrese Maxey has become a more entrenched players and member of this Sixers organization.Buddy Hield is...

A few weeks ago, we dove into what the Philadelphia Flyers defense has looked like this season. This week, we took a deep dive into their offense. Madeline Campbell from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us for a look at various players and a new offensive philosophy that’s truly surprised us fans this season. It was a great discussion with Madeline this week! But first, we reflected on the Super Bowl as we discussed the new Kansas City Chief dynasty, and what kind of coach Kyle Shanahan is now...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jackson Flickinger from FearTheSword.com joined us for a deep dive into this Cleveland Cavaliers team and how they’ve been dominating as of late and become a true contender in the Eastern Conference. Can they keep this momentum going? Jackson and Jeff discussed the following: Reflecting on the recent Cavs vs. Sixers game.How are the Cavs front office viewing this buyout market, and will any moves be made?Isaac Okoro, his growth this season, and...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com to preview the upcoming Philadelphia Union and MLS season. How will the Union perform given the expectations of the past couple of seasons? Will the ongoing players make a huge difference as this team looks to develop some homegrown talent? Topics that Josh and Jeff dove into: Alejandro Bedoya's new 1-year contract and how he'll also be working in the front office as the Player Development and Front Office...

The NFL offseason is just about here. What does this time of year mean for NFL franchises, teams, scouting departments, and coaching staffs who are looking to enhance their roster for the next season? Mark Schofield from SB Nation joined us for dive into how the process of the NFL offseason works. From roster evaluation to free agency and then the NFL Draft, it’s a complex process for the sport many of us love. It was a great discussion with Mark this week! But first, we discussed how this...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Sara Marshall from MusketFire.com at Fansided joined us for a look at the New England Patriots offseason and the direction this organization and team are heading here in 2024. There are tons of changes on the horizon for this team as they lost their head coach of over two decades. Many questions persist. Sara and Jeff discussed the following: Why didn't Bill Belichick land a head coaching position in the NFL?Assessments of the Mac Jones experiment,...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with A.J. Miller, the head coach of the Lafayette College baseball team and program, for a deep dive into the world of college coaching. A.J. How has the college coaching experience changed over the years, and what does it truly mean to mentor the collegiate athletes? Topics that A.J. and Jeff dove into: A history of athleticism that leads one to become ingrained in the sport.Reflections of being the Patriot League Player of the Year in 2011.How moments...

What are the trade options for the Philadelphia 76ers as the trade deadline looms? There are certainly names that could help this team. Sean Barnard from Fox Sports Philly The Gambler and Pick Swap Media joined us to analyze what the Sixers are going to need in the future in terms of talent acquisition. We also dove into some prevalent storyline in the Eastern Conference as well as some coaching. It was a great discussion! But first, we discussed the very decisive coaching changes the Eagles...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Kris Willis from BatteryPower.com at SB Nation joined us for a great discussion about the Atlanta Braves offseason from a pitching and batting perspective. Can they replicate their success from last year and make it further in the postseason? How have the Philadelphia Phillies helped to shape their thought process this offseason? Kris and Jeff discussed the following: It has been a slow MLB offseason in terms of acquisitions. Does this reflect a...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Rachel Donner from the Locked on Flyers podcast for a great and in-depth discussion about the female athletic experience, the state of women’s sports, and how we can do better promoting women’s athletics. Yes, we’ve gotten better over the years, but there are other ways professional sports teams can rise up and provide more opportunities for women athletes in the future. Topics that Rachel and Jeff dove into: Where has the sports world gotten it...

The Philadelphia Flyers are quietly taking on the NHL by storm based on what their expectations were just a few months ago. They’re 2nd in the Metropolitan Division and we’re continuing to see development from many players as this season progresses. This week, Kurt R. from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us for a look at the Flyers’ defensemen as well as what the team’s goalie situation looks like at this point. It was a great discussion! But first, we discussed where they Eagles may go in terms...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY, Jack Simone from CelticsBlog.com and the How ‘Bout Them Celtics podcast joined us to break down what we’ve been seeing from the Boston Celtics on the court this season and in recent weeks. What are the concerns for No. 1 team in the Eastern Conference, an do they have any weaknesses? Jack and Jeff discussed the following: If the postseason started next week, would Celtics fans be worried about the Sixers?The Celtics bench and depth have actually...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Kate Frese, freelance photographer and official photographer for the Phoenix Suns and Mercury, for a great and in-depth discussion about the importance of sports photography within the sports world. We discussed the former Flyers photographer’s move from Philadelphia to Phoenix, and how photojournalism has evolved over the years. Topics that Kate and Jeff dove into: Differences in the east coast and west coast fan bases.Helpful tips to get started...

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a rather quiet offseason aside from the re-signing of starting pitcher Aaron Nola. Should the Phillies front office be looking to acquire more talent as Spring Training is right around the corner? This week, we spoke to Destiny Lugardo from PhilliesNation.com about this Phillies offseason and storyline we've been following. It was a great discussion! But first, we reflected on our NFL prediction picks that we made before the start of the season. We hit on...

The Philadelphia Eagles 2023-2024 season is now over as they lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers down in Tampa by a score of 32-9 in the Wild Card round. It was a terrible game offensively and defensively from start to finish. Offensively, Jalen Hurts had one wide receiver, DeVonta Smith, who stepped up and made plays. Baffling as it was, the offensive coaching staff decided not to lean on the run game as many of us hoped. Defensively, the defensive line actually showed some life and generated...

The Philadelphia 76’ers are facing a number of challenges as they move into this part of the NBA season. Joel Embiid and other players are facing injuries. Who needs to step up, and can this team continue to be a force in the Eastern Conference? This week, we talked to Jonathan Geib from TheSixerSense.com and got his thoughts about this team, and how this season looks from an overall picture. But first, we have a new list: The best and worst network theme songs during the NFL season. A...