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Thursday, August 8th, 2019

ODELL BECKHAM JR., JALEN RAMSEY & CLEMSON HEAD COACH DABO SWINNEY HIGHLIGHT NFL TRAINING CAMP EPISODES ON THIS WEEK’S PODCASTS ACROSS NBC SPORTS

Odell Beckham Jr. on Chris Simms’ Unbuttoned: “It’s a fresh start. It feels good to be able to put everything that has happened to you behind you and just get back to what you love, football.”

Jaguars Cornerback Jalen Ramsey & Colts Linebacker Darius Leonard Join The Peter King Podcast

NBC Sports Regional Networks’ NFL Podcasts Feature Exclusive Interviews and Content from Training Camps of Washington Redskins, Philadelphia Eagles, New England Patriots, Chicago Bears & Oakland Raiders

Road Racing Icon Boris Said Joins Letarte on Location

Rory McIlroy and Carson Daly Return with New Episode of The Rory and Carson Podcast

STAMFORD, Conn. – August 8, 2019 – As NFL training camps continue this week, NBC Sports presents new podcast episodes featuring interviews with some of the league’s top players. Peter King continues his training camp road trip on The Peter King Podcast, which features interviews with Colts linebacker and 2018 Defensive Rookie of the Year Darius Leonard and All-Pro Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Chris Simms also joins King on the road, speaking with new Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. on a new episode of Unbuttoned.

NBC Sports Regional Networks also present several NFL-themed podcast episodes this week, including a new episode of Redskins Talk from Richmond featuring Washington Redskins players Case Keenum, Dwayne Haskins, Jonathan Allen, Cam Sims, linebackers coach Rob Ryan, and former GM Charley Casserly. In addition, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney joins the Raiders Insider Podcast, the Eagle Eye Podcast reports from the Philadelphia Eagles training camp, Quick Slants the Podcast reports from New England Patriots camp, and the Under Center Podcast reports from Chicago Bears camp.

In all, NBC Sports presents 20 new podcast episodes this week featuring additional special content and guests, including the return of The Rory and Carson Podcast, an exclusive interview with road course racing icon Boris Said on Letarte on Location, and more.

New episodes will be available for download on all major podcast platforms including: NBCSports.com/podcasts, NBC Sports’ Scores app, Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, TuneIn and iHeart.

TRAINING CAMP INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS:

Odell Beckham Jr. on his mindset heading into the season: “It’s a fresh start. It feels good to be able to put everything that has happened to you behind you and just get back to what you love, football.”

Odell Beckham Jr. on winning the Super Bowl: “You want to win at the end of the day and the only reason why you’re out here every day is to win the Super Bowl…to win championships so you can have rings under your belt and all those things. But as much of a team sport as this is, if an individual isn’t doing the very best he can do, he can’t help the team.”

Darius Leonard on the criticism of his draft selection: “I screenshotted it, and I put it on my phone.…so every practice, before every game, I look at it and it gives me the extra motivation to go out and prove I can make it in the NFL and I can play.”

Jalen Ramsey on pass interference challenges: “I don’t see them throwing out challenges all the time for pass interference unless it’s a crucial moment of the game, in which that case I agree, everything should be under a microscope so something like what happened in the NFC Championship Game can be reviewed.”

 

 NFL

  • The Peter King Podcast: The Peter King Podcast is the ultimate destination for all things pro football. Led by one of the most influential storytellers in all of sports media, three-time NSMA Sportswriter of the Year Peter King delivers an access-driven experience that brings fans into the locker room, the press box and the front office with the biggest influencers in professional football.
    • On this week’s episode: King’s Training Camp Tour continues as he interviews some of the league’s biggest defensive stars, and tells a few stories about his good friend and colleague Don Banks. He then sits down with Colts linebacker and 2018 defensive rookie of the year Darius Leonard who talks about his breakout season, why shutting down Adrian Peterson was his welcome to the NFL moment, why tackles are not an overrated statistic, and the Usain Bolt quote that drives him every day. King also chats with the Jaguars’ all-pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who explains why he’s the best defensive back in the league, why he puts a $20 bill in his shoulder pads, and which CBs were his inspiration. Lastly, Peter catches up with Mary Kay Cabot, who covered the Browns for nearly 30 years.
    • When: Wednesday, August 7

 

  • Chris Simms Unbuttoned: NBC Sports’ Chris Simmsexamines everything happening in the NFL and around the sports world. Joined by a rotation of NBC Sports hosts Ahmed Fareed, Paul Burmeister and Liam McHugh, Unbuttoned features in-depth Xs and Os analysis; one-on-one interviews with players, coaches, executives, and draft prospects; game recaps and previews; gambling segments; extensive player analysis leading into the NFL Draft; and much more.
    • On this week’s episodes: On Tuesday, Simms hits the road with Peter King to discuss the teams he’s visited on his camp tour, why Freddie Kitchens is the man for the Browns, pumping the brakes on the Jets, and why Christian McCaffery is like Jerry Rice. Then on Thursday’s episode, Simms is joined by Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr to discuss one-handed catches, his second-best catch, what drives him, and more. Then, Simms sits with new Patriots Hall of Famer and NBC Sports’ studio analysts Rodney Harrison to preview the 2019 season.
    • When: Tuesday August 6 and Thursday, August 8

 

  • PFT PM: Mike Florio has conversations with top names and newsmakers in the NFL, while updating his fans on breaking news and story lines that take place during the day and preparing listeners for what is coming next.
    • On this week’s episode: Florio reacts to Browns coach Freddie Kitchens threating to fire any coach who leaks anonymous info with the press, and some important details to the Tom Brady Contract. He then goes over the biggest headlines of the week, while answering some questions from the #PFTPMPossee, while Chris Simms joins him on PFTPM to discuss deadline day for Ezekiel Elliot, why the Packers are miffed at Lonnie Johnson, Jordan Howard wanting to re-establish himself in Philly, and more. In addition, former Colts punter Pat McAfee joins Florio to discuss the latest NFL news.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • Rotoworld Football: From fantasy implications to NFL draft analysis to major events, the Rotoworld Football staff has the NFL landscape covered. Listen as Josh Norris, Evan Silva, Roto Pat, Rich Hribar, and Ray Summerlin give their analysis and opinions on everything happening in the NFL.
    • On this week’s episode: Norris is joined by John Daigle to cast one wish for each of Thursday’s 11 preseason games. They discuss if Devin Singletary can stand out among Bills backs, and if Daniel Jones and Dwayne Haskins will showcase the aura of a rookie starter. Then, they go through the relevant news that is affecting fantasy drafts.
    • When: Tuesday, July 30

 

  • Redskins Talk: The Redskins Talk podcast is anchored by NBC Sports Washington’s Redskins Insider JP Finlay and members of the Redskins coverage team, including Mitch Tischlerand Pete Hailey, along with special guests. The cast brings a fresh and engaging style to interviews with Redskins players, coaches and alumni, as well as experts from around the NFL.
    • On this week’s episode: Straight from Richmond, Va., the site of Redskins training camp, the crew gears up for preseason to begin with daily practice interviews and recaps. The crew talks to QB Case Keenum, first round draft-pick QB Dwayne Haskins, Super Bowl winning GM Charley Casserly, inside linebackers coach Rob Ryan, defensive end Jonathan Allen, and tight end Cam Sims. Additionally, topics include a potential Colt McCoy injury, what’s going on with the left side of the O-line, and how Donald Penn is starting to get more comfortable
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • Eagle Eye: Rueben Frank and Dave Zangaro break down the key matchups, and discuss the key topics and issues surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles.
    • On this week’s latest episode: Frank and Zangaro are joined by Ray Didinger to preview the Eagles’ first preseason game of 2019, as each pick three players to watch in the preseason opener and debate Carson Wentz’ role in preseason. In addition, the crew discuss Joe Ostman, the best team in Eagles history and the Grateful Dead.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • Quick Slants The Podcast: NBC Sports Boston Patriots Insiders Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry break down every game, plus talk about the issues on and off the field with the team.
    • On this week’s episode: Tom Curran breaks down the big Brady news from the past few days: the restructuring of his contract and him and Gisele putting their Brookline, Mass home on the market. Then, Phil Perry checks in from the Patriots’ joint practice with the Lions out in Detroit. He goes through the good and the bad of the week so far, including the subpar play of Tom Brady and the tight end good, but the success of the defense. Finally, Curran catches up with Bills reporter and Hall of Fame voter Vic Carucci in Canton to talk about the lack of Pats in the Hall, and how voters deal with aging candidates.
    • When: Tuesday, August 6

 

  • Under Center Podcast: Hosted by NBC Sports Chicago’s team of Bears/NFL experts, the Under Center Podcast features lively discussion on the hottest pro football topics of the day, along with exclusive interviews with Bears players, coaches, and local/national NFL media members. New episodes of the Under Center Podcast and can be found daily throughout the duration of Bears Training Camp at NBCSportsChicago.com/podcasts or via the new MyTeams by NBC Sports app.
    • On this week’s episode: Among the offerings this week, the “Under Center Podcast” features daily team/player updates from Bears Training Camp in Bourbonnais, IL, along with a special postgame edition immediately following the Bears first exhibition game of the season vs. Carolina on Thursday night.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • Raiders Insider Podcast:com Raiders Insider Scott Bair brings you comprehensive NFL coverage of all things Oakland Raiders. Don’t miss weekly in-depth interviews all year long with players, coaches, front office personnel, alumni and fellow media members
    • On this week’s episode: Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney joins the podcast in an exclusive interview with NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Josh Schrock to discuss the strong ties between his Tigers and the Oakland Raiders, who selected three Tigers in this year’s NFL draft.
    • When: Friday, August 2

 

GOLF

 

  • The Rory & Carson Podcast: Four-time major champion Rory McIlroy, and host of “The Voice” and “The Today Show” Carson Dalytake on topics from golf to grunge rock, TV to tunes, what’s on their playlists, and everything in between.
    • On this week’s episode:Rory and Carson step in the booth to talk playoffs, battling through golf’s lows, Rory’s first interaction with Thomas Bjorn, and the place of fans in sports at large. Then, the duo hear from the listeners, with questions ranging from CD’s take on OJ’s Golf game, a request to hear Rory’s impression skills, and a story about Carson’s one time meeting Michael Jordan.
    • When: Monday, August 5

 

  • 1Up Podcast with Gary Williams presented by Peter Millar:Morning Drive co-host Gary Williams hosts a weekly conversation-based podcast where some of the biggest names in sports and beyond share their love for the game of golf.
    • On this week’s episode:Gary is joined by Stanford Men’s Golf head coach Conrad Ray and Golf Channel’s Steve Burkowski. They discuss how college golf has changed over the years and the impact that Coach Ray’s former teammate Tiger Woods has had on today’s young golfers.
    • When:Friday, August 2

 

  • The GOLF Advisor Podcast: The Golf Advisor team brings you news, tips and commentary on the best places to play golf around the world and how to do it. We’ll feature special guests, from course architects to superintendents and many others, that help make the game great.
    • On this week’s episode: With less than a year before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the latest installment of the GOLF Advisor Podcast features a recap of senior writer Bradley Klein’s recent two-week exploration of Tokyo, Japan, and surrounding areas, including a visit to Olympics host course, Kasumigaseki Country Club.
    • When: Tuesday, July 30

 

  • Brandel Chamblee Podcast with Jamie Diaz: GOLF Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee and award-winning journalist and GOLF Channel Insider Jaime Diaz are teaming up for a monthly podcast where they discuss, debate and break down some of the more interesting topics in golf.
    • On this week’s episode: Chamblee takes a look back at his experience competing in his second consecutive Senior Open, which took place at Royal Lytham and St. Annes in England. Chamblee and Diaz also discuss what this decade in golf will be remembered by.
    • When: Friday, August 9

NASCAR

 

  • Letarte on Location: When you’ve spent more than 20 years of your life on the road as a NASCAR crew chief and NBC analyst, you’re bound to meet some interesting characters along the way. Letarte on Locationbrings you closer to all kinds of personalities that Steve Letarte has connected with throughout the years traveling the circuit.
    • On this week’s episode: Letarte goes on location from the famed Seneca Lodge in Watkins Glen, New York where he sits with road-course racing icon Boris Said. Considered one of the best road-course racers in all of motorsports, Said became an extremely popular figure, especially at Watkins Glen, with his legion of fans known as “Said Heads”. The two discuss Said’s career in racing, highlighted by his success in sports cars driving for BMW.
    • When: Wednesday, August 7

 

BASEBALL

 

  • White Sox Talk: Hosted by NBC Sports Chicago’s trio of White Sox experts Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Chris Kamka, the White Sox Talk podcast provides fans with in-depth White Sox discussion on the hottest topics and latest breaking news all year long. In addition, fans can look forward to exclusive one-on-one interviews with White Sox players, coaches, front office execs, along with MLB media insiders from coast-to-coast.
  • On this week’s episode: Among the offerings this week, the “White Sox Talk presented by Wintrust” podcast features an exclusive interview with up-and-coming White Sox prospect Jonathan Stiever, the 5th round 2018 draft pick who doing incredibly well on the mound for Class A-Advanced Winston-Salem so far this season, going 5-3 in eight starts with a 2.52 ETA.
  • When: Monday, August 5

 

  • Cubs Talk: Hosted by NBC Sports Chicago’s Luke Stuckmeyer, featuring Cubs digital reporter/producer Tony Andracki, and special appearances by David Kaplan andKelly Crull, the Cubs Talk podcast provides die-hard Cubs fans with detailed discussion on the hottest topics and latest breaking Cubs news throughout the year. In addition, fans can look forward to exclusive one-on-one interviews with Cubs players, coaches, front office execs, along with MLB media insiders from coast-to-coast.
    • On this week’s episode: A pair of editions of the “Cubs Talk presented by Wintrust” podcast includes a discussion on the recent “new look” roster and all the accompanying injuries of late, plus a special “get to know” interview with former Cubs outfielder/current NBC Sports Chicago analyst Doug Glanville.
    • When: Wednesday, August 7 & Friday, August 9

  

  • Rotoworld Baseball: Rotoworld’s DJ Short, Drew Silva,and Matt Stroup detail everything happening in fantasy baseball and what’s happening in MLB.
    • On this week’s episode: Stroup is joined by Rotoworld prospects guru Chris Crawford to discuss the arrival of some notable prospects, including Dodgers right-hander Dustin May, a surging Bo Bichette, and Marlins top prospect Isan Diaz. They consider the fantasy outlook for all of them down the stretch, and share what to expect from Trent Grisham, Willie Calhoun, Mike Foltynewicz, and Aaron Sanches over the season’s final two months.
    • When: Tuesday, August 6

 

BASKETBALL

 

  • The Kings Insider Podcast: NBC Sports California Kings Insider James Ham brings you comprehensive NBA coverage of all things Sacramento Kings. Don’t miss weekly in-depth interviews all year long with players, coaches, front office personnel, alumni, and fellow media members
    • On this week’s episode: Doug Christie joins Ham to break down a busy summer in Sacramento. They discuss the coaching staff turnover, free agent additions, and the start of Team USA training camp. Then, Ham heads to Las Vegas to report from training camp, where he breaks down everything with NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg.
    • When: Saturday, August 3 and Thursday, August 8

 

  • Rotoworld Fantasy Basketball: Matt Stroup and Mike Gallagher have you covered from every angle. Joined by Steve “Dr. A” Alexander, Ryan Knaus and the rest of the Rotoworld crew three times a week as they cover everything from the latest injuries, waiver wire pickups, DFS strategies and much more!
    • On this week’s episode: Mike Gallagher is joined by Tommy Beer to go through their top 36 guys for nine-category leagues with a lot of differences. Mike focuses more on the roster construction side of things to pick his studs while Tommy is looking for per value per pick.
    • When: Wednesday, August 7

 

  • The Habershow: NBC Sports national NBA Insider Tom Haberstroh sits down with some of the biggest names in the NBA to share the stories and the numbers behind the biggest games and biggest moments in the league.
    • On this week’s episode: On Friday’s Habershow, NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg will join Haberstroh from Las Vegas to discuss the USA men’s national team World Cup training camp. They also touch on the Celtics’ offseason moves (adding Kemba Walker, losing Kyrie Irving).
    • When: Friday, August 9

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