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UH-OH: Colorado Has a HUGE Trap Game Early in the Season
Colorado’s 2026 football schedule has fans circling one matchup as the ultimate trap game: a tricky Week 3 trip to Northwestern. With Chip Kelly calling plays and a surging Wildcats roster that returns 27 experienced contributors, could this overlooked Big Ten road game derail Coach Prime’s high-pressure season before it starts? Kevin Borba lays out how a slip-up in Evanston might spark a dreaded September avalanche, especially with bruising showdowns against Texas Tech, Utah, Oklahoma State, and Kansas State looming in October. Plus, which transfer portal additions must step up for Colorado to turn the corner? Kevin Borba names the four newcomers who “have to be stars” in Boulder: linebacker Gideon Lampron (run-stopper extraordinaire), bruising backs Richard Young and Damien Henderson, and disruptive pass rusher Toby Nnanna from North Dakota State. Without breakout seasons from these transfers, Colorado risks a repeat of last year’s struggles against the run and inconsistent offense. In a candid look at roster turnover, Kevin Borba also ranks the three biggest portal losses: wideout Omarion Miller, cornerstone tackle Jordan Seaton (lured by an SEC bag), and culture-carrying linebacker TaFeek Bayard. Which departure stings the most—and can Colorado’s revamped locker room make up the difference? With Coach Prime’s Buffs aiming to silence doubters and toughen up in the trenches, this episode breaks down Colorado’s biggest potholes, potential breakout stars, and just how fragile the 2026 campaign could be if early missteps snowball. Is Northwestern a looming disaster, or a confidence-launching win for this new-look squad? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/locked-on-buffs Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #Colorado #DeionSanders #ColoradoBuffs #collegefootball Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonbuffs.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
Montreal too much for Sabres & Ducks Fly past Knights; Video Breakdown
Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Inside the Coaches’ Room to break down some of the goals from the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Petey shows you the plays that make the play. See how little details make a BIG difference on these goals. The Montreal Canadiens played on their toes and the speed was too much for the Buffalo Sabres. Buffalo struggled to defend the front of their net and Montreal went on to a 6-2 win in Game 3. Goals by Alex Newhook, Cole Caufield, Zach Bolduc, Juraj Slafkovsky and Kirby Dach are highlighted in a video breakdown. See what Montreal did right and Buffalo did wrong. The speed of the Anaheim Ducks was on display as they won foot races on their way to a 4-3 Victory evening the series at 2 with the Vegas Golden Knights. See breakdowns of goals by Beckett Sennecke, Mikael Granlund, Alex Killorn and Ian Moore. See you Inside the Coaches’ Room all the way to the Stanley Cup Final ! Subscribe to Inside the Coaches’ Room.
FSG ARE Liverpool’s REAL Problem… Not Just Arne Slot
Arne Slot is a serious problem at Liverpool, and yes—he should be sacked. But treating Slot like the only issue is missing the bigger picture. Liverpool’s problems run far deeper than one manager. From Fenway Sports Group and the sell-to-buy model, to lowered standards within the fanbase, emotional decision-making, squad neglect, and a mentality shaped by the 30-year title drought—this is about the culture of the club itself. Why do Liverpool keep acting like underdogs when they’re the biggest club in England? Why do some fans think one bad season destroys our pull, while clubs like Manchester United can finish 15th and still bounce back? Why do we celebrate success like survivors instead of demanding dominance like Real Madrid or Manchester City? This video breaks down why Liverpool have outgrown FSG, why sentimentality can hold the club back, and why sacking Slot is only the beginning—not the solution. Liverpool say they’re a big club. It’s time to start acting like one. Liverpool, Liverpool FC, LFC, Arne Slot, Arne Slot sacked, Arne Slot Liverpool, FSG, Fenway Sports Group, FSG Out, Liverpool owners, Liverpool transfer news, Liverpool news, Liverpool fan reaction, Liverpool analysis, Liverpool tactics, Liverpool problems, Liverpool rebuild, Liverpool squad rebuild, Liverpool standards, Liverpool mentality, Jürgen Klopp, Klopp Liverpool, Liverpool Premier League, Liverpool title race, Liverpool fanbase, Anfield, Liverpool emotional club, why Liverpool are struggling, Liverpool vs Manchester City, Liverpool vs Manchester United, football analysis, premier league analysis, football commentary, Football Doctrine #Liverpool #LFC #ArneSlot #FSG #LiverpoolFC #PremierLeague #JürgenKlopp #LiverpoolOwners #FSGOut #Anfield #FootballAnalysis #LiverpoolNews #LFCNews #FootballDoctrine #PremierLeagueNews
What Webb's injury, Bailey trade and bullpen struggles mean for reeling Giants | Giants Talk |NBCSBA
“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to a turbulent week for San Francisco, and what lies ahead after the Patrick Bailey trade. #LoganWebb #TonyVitello #RyanWalker #Pirates #PatrickBailey #Guardians #ClevelandGuardians #GiantsTalkPodcast #GiantsTalk #JesusRodriguez #PittsburghPirates #AlexPavlovic #GiantsTalk #SanFrancisco #Giants #SanFranciscoGiants #Like #Comment #Subscribe #NBCSportsBayArea #NBCSports #BayArea #GiantsTalk #SanFrancisco #Giants #SanFranciscoGiants #GiantsTalkVideos #Like #Comment #Subscribe CONNECT: ✔️ Subscribe to NBC Sports Bay Area & California: bit.ly/3AQknYc ✔️ Subscribe to our podcasts: https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/podcasts ✔️ Stream the games at: ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/san_francisco_giants_stream ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/oakland_athletics_stream ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/golden_state_warriors_stream ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/sacramento_kings_stream ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/san_jose_sharks_stream ➡️ https://nbcsports.app.link/san_francisco_49ers_stream NBC Sports Bay Area & California on social media: ► Our website: https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcsauthentic/ ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCSAuthentic/ ► Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCSAuthentic ► Follow us on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcsportsauthentic?lang=en The official YouTube page of NBC Sports Bay Area and NBC Sports California. Home of the Warriors, Kings, Giants, A's, 49ers, Sharks, Valkyries and Bay FC. We connect fans with the teams they love. What Webb's injury, Bailey trade and bullpen struggles mean for reeling Giants | Giants Talk |NBCSBA
Kylian Mbappe's Future in Doubt as Liverpool and Man City Eye Transfer
Kylian Mbappe's future is up for grabs as he faces a potential exit from Real Madrid, with Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal emerging as possible destinations. This situation could reshape the landscape of the Premier League. Mbappe, one of football's brightest stars, has struggled to find his footing at Madrid, leading the club toward a second consecutive season without major silverware. Despite his impressive tally of 85 goals and 11 assists in just 100 matches for Los Blancos, criticism has mounted following a controversial break during his recovery from injury. The striker missed the recent El Clasico against Barcelona due to fitness issues. French presenter Cyril Hanouna believes a move to Liverpool or Manchester City might be in Mbappe's best interest, following his fallout with Paris Saint-Germain prior to joining Madrid. He emphasized that Real Madrid can be unforgiving when things go wrong. Meanwhile, former France international Emmanuel Petit suggests that Arsenal could become an option if they secure the Champions League title this season. With Premier League clubs poised to capitalize on any opening for Mbappe, the financial implications of signing him are significant. His transfer would require considerable investment, but the opportunity to acquire such a talent is rare in football. #KylianMbappe #PremierLeague #Liverpool #Arsenal #transfernews #EPL #Football #Transfer #sports #podcast 🎧 Listen to the full playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoWFEoIqbbFvypZ5JaUPiUcQ7dMN-OW5P
Miami Heat Stuck At 13, Miami Dolphins Rookies Arrived, Marlins Take 2-3 From Nats
00:01:00 - 00:14:45 : We quickly jump into recapping the NBA Playoffs this weekend. The Knicks swept the Sixers with a 144 to 114 win in Game 4, advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Thunder crush the Lakers 131 to 108 to take a 3-0 series lead. Did Victor Wembanyama resorted to thuggery? Joel Embiid beefing with the front office? The Miami Marlins took two out of three from the Washington Nationals beating them on Sunday 5-2. The Marlins are struggling while Xavier Edwards, Otto López and Liam Hicks are playing at an All-Star Level! 00:21:35 - 00:35:25 : Fortune did not shine on the Miami Heat yesterday during the NBA Lottery... The Heat stay at 13 in the NBA Draft and also hold the number 41 selection, the second-round pick of the Golden State Warriors. Tobin goes off on a rampage about NBA commissioner Adam Silver who continues to screw the Heat! What will they do with the pick? Will they trade the pick to get a star like Giannis Antetokounmpo? 00:41:05 - 00:54:45 : The Top 4 Picks went to Washington, Utah, Memphis, and Chicago. What will the Miami Heat do with their pick? Will they trade the pick to get a star like Giannis Antetokounmpo? 01:00:00 - 01:23:45 : The Miami Dolphins had Rookie Minicamp this weekend; we hear from Kadyn Proctor and his excitement to put on NFL gear for the first time and why he is not worried about moving to left guard. Are the Dolphins headed towards a pleasant surprise or a disaster with Malik Willis at QB this season? Vlad and Leroy make a bet! 01:27:55 - 01:37:45 : Tobin and Leroy hobnobbing by the coffee machine! The guys get into a recap of our event Whiskey, Stars & Cigars this past Friday with Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell who gave some insight of his teammates. Bam Adebayo hobnobbing with Tom Brady at the Las Vegas Aces 2025 WNBA championship ring ceremony. 01:41:40 - 01:58:50 : Leroy hands out his "Game Balls and Game Bums" of the weekend! Tobin informs us where his bets went wrong this weekend with the Marlins! UFC 328 was this weekend, Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev via split decision to regain the middleweight title! 02:03:15 - 02:19:55 : The guys continue recapping the lottery and where teams stand. Can you trust the Heat to make the right decisions on young players? Will the Trade Kel'el Ware to the Clippers for a Top 5 pick in the Draft? 02:24:45 - 02:37:25 : NBA Playoff preview for tonight, who's legacy is more on the line this season? Heat Hope Dealer is at it again! Tobin has been serving us a lot of hopium! 02:41:40 - 02:56:25 : An Audio Mixed Bag: Dolphin's Rookie Edition! We hear from Dolphins LB Jacob Rodriguez serving goosies about Zach Thomas, Safety Michael Taaffe earning respect, CB Chris Johnson proving himself, TE Will Kacmarek on being physical, and Tobin's role with the Caja China. 03:01:20 - 03:23:05 : Leroy gives us a Weather report from the studio WindowPlex. The guys try to get a female prospective on pomegranates. A very jaded Tobin goes on a whole rant about seeing too much from Mike McDaniel. 03:27:10 - 03:38:35 : Wemby is confirmed to play tomorrow's Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves after getting ejected Game 4. Tobin doesn't believe that the Celtics will get Giannis Antetokounmpo. Who has better chances that he is willing to have on the Miami Heat? 03:42:05 - 03:54:15 : We play our favorite Monday game and state our "Alright, oh no" of the weekend!
Into the Mehtaverse: Braden Birch joins New Jersey Devils Front Office as Assistant GM + Mock Drafts
Zach Berman opened the episode by announcing that New Jersey Devils General Manager Sunny Mehta made his first major hire of the offseason, bringing in Braden Birch as Assistant General Manager and as General Manager of the Utica Comets, the Devils’ AHL affiliate. This move marks the beginning of Mehta’s efforts to strengthen the Devils’ front office, starting by recruiting talent from his previous organization, the Florida Panthers, where Birch played a pivotal role in their recent Stanley Cup successes. In detailing Birch’s background, Zach Berman highlighted his 12-year tenure with the Panthers, most recently as Director of Hockey Operations and salary cap management. Birch's experience includes significant involvement in contract negotiations for key players and maintaining Florida’s excellent salary cap health, something the Devils have struggled with in recent years. His hockey roots include playing professionally and earning a master’s degree in sport management, further underscoring his blend of on-ice and management expertise. Zach Berman provided examples of Birch’s impact in Florida, referencing his hand in savvy contracts and cap management for top players like Aleksander Barkov, Matthew Tkachuk, Sergei Bobrovsky, and Sam Reinhart. He also noted Florida’s ability to replace key departures internally and find valuable contributors through their farm system or waivers, contrasting this with New Jersey’s struggles to develop homegrown talent or depth. The hire of Birch is positioned as Mehta’s commitment to instilling a more proactive, organized, and effective approach to team building in New Jersey. To conclude, Zach Berman speculated about future front office moves, suggesting that Bryan McCabe could be another addition if not intercepted by the Maple Leafs, and addressed the current uncertainty regarding other Devils executives. He emphasized that Birch’s arrival should significantly improve the Devils’ farm system—considered among the league’s weakest—and that player development is critical to reducing reliance on expensive acquisitions. The episode closed with the assertion that Mehta’s moves signal an exciting, less predictable era for the Devils, promising ongoing updates and further discussion of mock drafts and organizational changes. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LODevils?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Subscribe to Locked On Devils! Follow me on the "X" app: @zachbrettberman Follow the show on the "X" app: @LockedOnDevils Listen to Locked On Devils: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnDevils For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Listener Survey: We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime: Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money: Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel: Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner. Visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Thumbnail credit: USA TODAY #NewJerseyDevils #Devils #NHL
UNDERWHELMING: Miami Marlins Blow Chance to CAPITALIZE on Homestand Despite Lopez, Edwards Surge
Miami Marlins surge past the Washington Nationals with aggressive baserunning and a breakout weekend from young stars. Can the trio of Otto Lopez, Liam Hicks, and Xavier Edwards continue to power the offense while the rest of the lineup searches for answers? Ethan Eibe and Jamie Goldman spotlight Robby Snelling’s major league debut, Joe Mack’s defensive impact, and the Fish’s stolen base dominance—currently leading MLB by a wide margin. The conversation digs into Owen Caissie struggles, the developmental challenges facing Miami’s young roster, and upcoming tests against the Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays. Get the latest insights on call-ups, pitching performances, and how the Marlins aim to close the gap in a packed NL Wild Card race. Will these flashes of brilliance signal a turning point for the Marlins' season? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-marlins/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Marlins #MiamiMarlins #MLB