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Thursday, October 24th, 2019

TRAVIS KELCE, DEVIN MCCOURTY & ERIC WEDDLE HIGHLIGHT NBC SPORTS’ NEW NFL PODCAST EPISODES THIS WEEK

Kelce Joins New Episode of PFT PM; NFL Safeties McCourty & Weddle and NBC Sports Rules Analyst Terry McAulay Join The Peter King Podcast

GOLF Channel Debuts Newest Podcast College Golf Talk

Tom Haberstroh’s The Habershow Podcast Returns for Start of NBA Season; Three-Time NBA Champion Brian Shaw Joins This Week’s Episode

Liverpool Star Virgil van Dijk and Manchester United Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Join New Episode of The Premier League on NBC Podcast

Mike Milbury Makes Debut on Our Line Starts Podcast; Devils GM Ray Shero Joins Pierre McGuire on this Week’s Episode

STAMFORD, Conn. – Oct. 24, 2019 – NBC Sports debuts a full roster of new football podcast content this week, as Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce joins PFT PM and Patriots’ safety Devin McCourty, Rams’ safety Eric Weddle, and NBC Sports rules analyst Terry McAulay join The Peter King Podcast. Kelce and the first-place Kansas City Chiefs host the first-place Green Bay Packers this weekend on NBC’s Sunday Night Football; coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on NBC, followed by kickoff at 8:20 p.m. ET from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.    

Also this week, GOLF Channel debuts its newest podcast College Golf Talk, and NBC Sports national NBA insider Tom Haberstroh returns with a new episode of The Habershow featuring three-time NBA champion Brian Shaw. In addition, Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk and Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer join a new episode of The Premier League on NBC Podcast pitch-side at Old Trafford, and NHL on NBC analyst Mike Milbury joins the Our Line Starts podcast for the first time this NHL season; this week’s Our Line Starts also features Pierre McGuire’s conversation with Devils GM Ray Shero.

In all, NBC Sports presents 26 new podcast episodes this week. New episodes for all podcasts 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.

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 episodes: On Monday, King chats with Rams Safety Eric Weddle following a resounding victory over the Falcons. King also reveals details from his conversation with Rams GM Les Snead, who pulled off three trades within a five-hour window this past week. Then, he talks about Lamar Jackson’s incredible start, the Chiefs without Patrick Mahomes, Teddy Bridgewater’s impressive run, and Marcus Peters’ wild week. On Wednesday, King is joined by Patriots safety Devin McCourty to talk about the keys to the historic start for the Patriots defense, the blowout win over the Jets, and the crazy preparation of Bill Belichick. In addition, NBC Sports rules analyst Terry McAulay joins King to discuss officiating and replay from the first half of the season. Lastly, King is joined by Jim Rooney, son of Dan Rooney, to discuss his new book A Different Way to Win and share his stories of growing up in the Rooney family and the Steelers dynasty.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21, and Wednesday, Oct. 23

 

  • 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 and Simms chat with Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce about what it was like seeing Patrick Mahomes go down, what Matt Moore brings to the table, and the upcoming showdown with Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. After, the guys discuss how Doug Pederson’s guarantee backfired on Sunday night, if Patrick Mahomes can still win MVP, and Ryan Tannehill’s promising showing in Tennessee. Then, they talk about Emmanuel Sanders trade to the 49ers, and hand out their Week 7 awards.
    • When: Multiple times per week
  • Chris Simms Unbuttoned: NBC Sports’ Chris Simms examines 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: Simms and Burmeister hit every game from Sunday in their Week 7 recap, and deep dive on the Raiders vs. Packers and Ravens vs. Seahawks games. In addition, the two talk about Leonard Fournette, what Russell Wilson didn’t see on his game-changing pick-6, what Simms saw on the Lamar Jackson 4th and 2nd touchdown, and how Josh Jacobs and Darren Waller are in the conversation for the 2nd-best touchdown in the NFL.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • The Mike Tirico Podcast: From the Olympics, to The Open Championship, to the NFL, Mike Tirico has covered some of the biggest sporting events in history. Join him as he shares insights from the broadcast booth and talks with special guests about their careers, sports, and life.
    • On this week’s episode: Tirico is joined by Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Mike Florioto recap Week 7 in the NFL. They discuss how Aaron Rodgers lit up the Raiders, how the Chiefs will be without Patrick Mahomes, and how Jalen Ramsey will fit in with the Rams. Plus, they break down the Chargers brutal loss, how nobody can score on the 49ers, the Colts and the Texans, Lamar Jackson’s sustainability, and how Florio owes Kirk Cousins an apology.
    • When: Sunday, Oct. 20
  • 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, John Daigle, Ian Hartitz, Hayden Winks, and Patrick “RotoPat” Daugherty give their analysis and opinions on everything happening in the NFL.
    • On this week’s episode: Norris, Daigle, and Winks discuss the ramifications of the Patrick Mahomes injury on the Chiefs and the MVP race. Afterwards, they talk about Lamar Jackson carrying his team to victory, Chase Edmonds emerging out of the Cardinals backfield, and how the Colts topped the Texans. Then, they dive into tricky QB decisions that teams will have to make at this point and give potential waiver options for this week.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21, Tuesday, Oct. 22, Thursday, Oct. 24, and Friday, Oct. 25

 

  • 49ers Insider Podcast: 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco brings you comprehensive NFL coverage of all things San Francisco 49ers. 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: Nick Ferguson, an NFL safety for 10 seasons and a member of last season’s 49ers coaching staff, talks about the trade that sent veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders from Denver to the last unbeaten team in the NFC.
    • When: Tuesday, Oct.22, and Wednesday, Oct. 23

 

  • 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 Tischler and 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: Finlay, Tischler, and Hailey discuss whether the team should go to Dwayne Haskins, reflect on the many missed opportunities they had versus the 49ers, and wonder how bleak things can get from here on out. Afterwards, Finlay goes through his weekly chat with Bill Callahan, plays his postgame chat with Ryan Kerrigan, and gives his exclusive interview with Brandon Scherff that includes him asking Scherff about his contract situation. Plus, NBC Sports Washington’s Todd Dybas joins the crew to preview the World Series.
    • When: Sunday, Oct. 20, and Monday, Oct. 21

 

  • Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk 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: Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News joins Curran to talk about what exactly went wrong for Sam Darnold in the Jets’ 33-0 loss to the Patriots. Curran then goes deep into the analytics behind Mohamed Sanu’s success as a receiver, quantifying his production out of the slot, his ability to separate from his defender and his sure-handedness. Afterwards Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins the show to discuss what exactly the Patriots will be getting in Sanu and what makes him so dependable on the field. Then, Perry jumps in and gives his take on the addition of Sanu and wonders how the increased depth at the position will affect guys such as Julian Edelman, Phillip Dorsett, and Jakobi Meyers.
    • 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: On the latest Eagle Eye podcast, Frank and Zangaro are joined by Ray Didinger to discuss the disappointing loss to the Cowboys and if there is division in the locker room.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

  • 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: Laurence Holmes is joined by Olin Kreutz, Matt Forte, Lance Briggs, and Alex Brown to break down the Bears’ 36-25 loss to the Saints. The guys discuss why the loss was so disappointing, the lack of progress for many players, the possibility of somebody other than Nagy calling plays, whether the Bears can save their season, and the massive problems in the run game this season. Then, they have their panel episode from Halas Hall after Nagy and Trubisky speak, and on Saturday they will preview the Week 8 game against the Chargers.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21, Thursday, Oct. 24, and Saturday, Oct. 26


SOCCER

 

  • The 2 Robbies: Robbie Mustoe and Robbie Earle discuss and dissect the top Premier League storylines of every match. Together, the former Premier League players and current NBC Sports analysts provide fans with top-class punditry on the most exciting soccer league in the world.
    • On this week’s episode: The two Robbies review the key results from match week 9 in the Premier League, focusing on Manchester United and Liverpool’s 1-1 draw. Then, they discuss Manchester City’s win at Crystal Palace, Arsenal’s defeat at Sheffield United, and Tottenham’s draw at home to Watford. Afterwards, they debate who is currently the 3rd best team in the Premier League and the Robbies name their underappreciated performances of the weekend.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 24

 

  • Premier League on NBC: NBC Sports’ Premier League newest podcast features interviews with the biggest names in the PL, a collection of spirited in-studio debates with Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe, Kyle Martino, and Rebecca Lowe and features exclusive on site-interviews and access with Arlo White, Lee Dixon, Graeme Le Saux.
    • On this week’s episode: Rebecca Lowe, Kyle Martino, Robbie Earle, and Ahmed Fareed give their take on match week 9 in the Premier League. Including Everton’s much needed win over West Ham, the third best team in the league, United drawing with Liverpool, and Arsenal losing another match at Sheffield United. Plus, the episode features pitch-side interviews from Virgil van Dijk and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
    • When: Tuesday, Oct. 22

 

HOCKEY

  • Our Line Starts: The NHL on NBC crew reacts to the latest news, debates the hottest topics, and tells the best stories from their playing days. Plus – extended interviews with key figures from around the league.
    • On this week’s episode: Kathryn Tappen, Mike Milbury, and Keith Jones analyze the Sabres’ hot start, discuss whether this is finally the year John Carlson wins a Norris Trophy, and break down why the Maple Leafs have been slow out of the gate. Plus, Tappen remembers when Mike walked off the set during a show and asks for his side of the story. Pierre McGuire sits down with Devils GM Ray Shero, who talks about how a vending machine played a key role in the P.K. Subban trade this summer. Milbury and Jones also tell their best stories about morning skates gone wrong.
    • When: Wednesday, Oct. 24

 

GOLF

 

  • College Golf Talk: Keep up with the latest from the college golf world with Golf Channel’s Golf Talk with host Steve Burkowski. From in depth conversations with current players and coaches, to Golf Channel experts breaking down the biggest collegiate events, this 10-part series will keep you in the know throughout the college golf season
    • On this week’s episode: Thursday’s premiere episode will feature Burkowski and GOLF Channel associate editor Brentley Romine catching listeners up on what has transpired this fall in college golf. Romine also sits down with Texas men’s golf coach John Fields and his star pupil Cole Hammer to discuss the Longhorn’s 2019-20 season. Burkowski and Romine also discuss the teams and players to watch in the East Lake Cup.
    • When: Thursday, Oct. 24
  • 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: This week on The Brandel Chamblee Podcast with Jaime Diaz, the two discuss Tiger Woods’ performance at The Challenge: Japan Skins and the recent rash of knee injuries for PGA Tour players. Plus, Chamblee and Diaz go in-depth on the Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka rivalry and discuss some of golf’s greatest rivalries from the past.
    • When: Friday, Oct. 25

 

NASCAR

 

  • NASCAR on NBC Podcast: Host Nate Ryan interviews NASCAR stars and insiders each week. Ryan also discusses the latest NASCAR news, including a weekly recap of races, and looks ahead to what’s next in the sport.
    • On this week’s episode: Steve Letarte discusses if Brad Keselowski made the right move on the last restart, the recent carelessness for Team Penske, and if Keselowski and Paul Wolfe are right for each other. Then, he talks about Chase Elliott’s performance and why he pushed Joey Logano at the end of Stage 1, Denny Hamlin’s turnaround from a year ago, Hamlin’s important ties to FedEx leadership, Kyle Larson driving with injured ribs, Kyle Busch’s third place comeback, and much more.
    • When: Tuesday, Oct. 22

 

RUGBY

 

  • The Scrumdown with Alex Corbisiero: Hosted by Alex Corbisiero, The Scrum Down features regular guest Jonathan Fisher and input from other current Premiership Rugby players. A conversation on all things Rugby related from a player’s point of view.
    • On this week’s episode: Brian Hightowerand Rupert Cox join Corbisiero to discuss all things World Cup. With the Semi-Finals set, the guys look back on how every team got there and recap the Quarter-Final matchups. After, the crew breaks down and predicts the games between New Zealand and England, and Wales and South Africa.
    • When: Sunday, Oct. 20

 

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: Chuck Garfien, Chris Kamka, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber give their White Sox offseason predictions.
    • When: Tuesday, Oct. 22, and Thursday, Oct. 24

 

  • Cubs Talk: Hosted by NBC Sports Chicago’s Cubs experts David Kaplan and Tony Andracki, 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: Kelly Crull answers listener questions and shares some inside information on Joe Espada. Afterwards, she talks about David Ross’ interview for the Cubs managerial job, and if it is unethical to clone Javy Baez so there can be a fresh Javy when he retires.
    • When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, and Friday, Oct. 25

 

  • At the Yard: Jim Salisbury and Corey Seidman discuss the offseason news surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies.
    • On this week’s episode: Salisbury and Seidman discuss the managerial candidates for the Philadelphia Phillies and answer questions from fans.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

BASKETBALL

 

  • 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 as they cover everything from the latest injuries, waiver wire pickups, DFS strategies and much more!
    • On this week’s episode: Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander break down some of their favorite draft targets, including players who could break out or bounce back. In addition, they discuss names such as Luka Doncic, Deandre Ayton, Kelly Oubre, and Gary Harris. Then, the crew breaks down each of their teams in their 12-team, 9-category head-to-head draft that they will be playing in all season. They talk about the spicy picks, the moments of panic and the profound regrets.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21, and Wednesday, Oct. 23

 

  • The Habershow: NBC Sports national NBC Insider Tom Haberstroh sits down with some of the biggest names in the NBA to share the stories and the numbers behind the bigger games’ and biggest moments in the league
    • On this week’s episode: The Harbershow is back and three-time NBA champion Brian Shaw will join Tom to preview the start of the NBA season.
    • When: Friday, Oct. 25

 

  • College Basketball Talk on NBC Sports: Robert Dauster takes a look at everything happening across college basketball, including a weekly recap of action across the country and each conference, recruiting and looking ahead to the future of the sport.
    • On this week’s episode: Robert Dauster is joined by Travis Hines to preview the Big East Conference. They discuss all the young talent on Villanova, if Markus Howard can carry Marquette, if Myles Powell can carry Seton Hall, and which Big East team jumped up from the middle of the pack. Plus, an exclusive interview with University of Connecticut head coach, Dan Hurley.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21

 

  • Pro Basketball Talk on NBC Sports: Kurt Helin and the team from ProBasketballTalk at NBCSports.com talk all things NBA basketball: news, analysis and even the ridiculous. Regular guests include NBA players and media members.
    • On this week’s episodes: Helin is joined by Dan Feldman to make their predictions for the NBA this season. They discuss who could be the NBA MVP and Rookie of the Year, and which team will hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy at the end of the season.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 22

 

  • The Michael Holley Podcast: Michael Holley of NBC Sports Boston is launching his Lifestyle Podcast with a wide variety of guests from athletes, musicians, coaches, politicians, chefs, business leaders, and other cultural contributors. Topics include pop-culture, music, food, fashion, health trends and much more.
    • On this week’s episode: Mike Gorman, voice of the Boston Celtics, sits down with Michael Holley to discuss his long career, how his job has changed, what he expects this season, what he saw being around the team last season, and his close relationship with Paul Pierce. Then, he gets into the last time he was truly wowed by watching someone on the court, who he thinks is the best player of all time, how he never listens to himself broadcast a game, and how he remembers Red Auerbach. Plus, he tells a great Bill Walton story.
    • When: Monday, Oct. 21

 

  • Sixers Talk: Danny Pommells and Paul Hudrick break down the key matchups, and discuss the key topics and issues surrounding the Sixers.
    • On this week’s episode: Pommells and Hudrick discuss the possibility of Joel Embiid winning MVP and defensive player of the year, and Ben Simmons’ chances to win most improved player. Then, the guys are joined by Sixers insider Serena Winters, Celtics analyst Brian Scalabrine and Sixers Forward Mike Scott.
    • When: Multiple times per week

 

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