Going Deep

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss the Franchise Tag Deadline (00:35 - 1:40), players being upset with their Madden Ratings (1:41 - 11:14), Reacting to Odell Beckham Jr. saying he nearly retired in his 4th season (11:16 - 20:17), and debating if Ocho Cinco is worthy of a spot in Canton (20:19 - 27:57). We then sit down with one of the newest Chargers, Guard Trai Turner about being traded from Carolina after 5 Pro Bowls in 6 seasons, what Cam Newton is like as a teammate, how much gas he has left in the tank, Super Bowl 50 and what went wrong, playing with the looming threat of COVID-19, thoughts on Luke Kuechly, Thomas Davis, Christian McCaffrey, what his interaction has been like with Chargers rookie QB Justin Herbert and more (29:26 - 1:09:10) and Steven Cheah recaps the interview (1:09:15 - 1:12:40)

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah break down Patrick Mahomes big contract (00:05 - 13:40), what should the Eagles do with (13:42 - 20:19). NFL Hall of Famer, 9x Pro Bowl Quarterback Warren Moon joins the show to talk breaking through as a black Quarterback, playing in the CFL, being one of the first Free Agents in the NFL, playing for the Oilers, the brutal comeback in the playoffs by the Bills against his Oilers, getting traded, playing Quarterback into his mid-40s, mentoring Cam Newton, what Cam still has to offer his new team, if Russell Wilson is babied in Seattle, and what broke up the Legion of Boom & much more (21:45 - 1:06:11). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:06:15 - 1:13:15).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss the Patriots signing of Cam Newton and the positives and negatives of the move (00:23 - 13:45) and preview the AFC East (13:46 - 23:33). We then sit down with new Chargers CB Chris Harris Jr. about his time in Denver, why he chose the Chargers, why Tim Tebow still owes him something, playing with Aqib Talib and more (34:15 - 51:45). We also welcome back to the show, former Texans and Lions Safety Glover Quin to get his insight on what went wrong in Detroit for Darius Slay, what Eagles fans should expect from their new standout Corner, and why Patriots coaches don't work out outside of New England (52:05 - 1:06:10). Willie and Steven Cheah recap the interview and discuss bone-in wings vs. boneless wings. There is one clear choice (1:06:15 - 1:22:14)

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss Ben Roethlisberger's prior addictions that came to light this week (00:22 - 18:14). They they debate what Jets GM Joe Douglas should do with Jamal Adams trade request (18:15 - 25:32). The guys then welcome in Steelers Pro Bowl RB James Conner to talk about being diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at Pitt and overcoming that to have a successful NFL career, going from playing at Pitt to being a Steeler, coming into the league being teammates with AB and LeVeon Bell, Dalvin Cook's holdout and what James' plans are when he is a free agent this off-season, Big Ben's trap door in his locker second locker, his new book 'Fear is a Choice' and more (25:33 - 1:01:03). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:01:08 - 1:08:31). You can buy James Conner's new book "Fear is a Choice" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Choice-Tackling-Challenges-Determination/dp/0062938436

We've got a guest appearance from Barstool's very own Big Cat. Steven Cheah talks with him about his rise to NCAA prominence with Coach Gus Duggerton and previews the National Championship game vs. Miami (00:23 - 12:41). We've also sat down with 9x Pro Bowler, 4x 1st-team All Pro, Super Bowl Champion, & future HOFer Demarcus Ware about playing at Troy with Osi Umeniyora, being drafted by Bill Parcells, feeling like Parcells was going to cut him, his $50k rookie dinner, playing against his good friend Donald Penn, what the Tony Romo drop on the extra point was like as a teammate, what was T.O. actually like as a teammate, playing with Peyton Manning and the greatness of the 'No Fly Zone' defense in Denver, and what it'll be like to go into the Hall of Fame (14:44 - 49:48). Steven Cheah then recaps the interview (49:53 - 51:34).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss if Roger Goodell will apologize to Colin Kaepernick and if he'll eventually be on a roster again (00:50 - 12:43). Will Dalvin Cook really hold out and does he deserve to get the "reasonable deal" that he's seeking (12:44 - 19:37). We then welcome in Vikings Safety Ant Harris into the studio to talk his emergence after going undrafted, the feeling the team had after Blair Walsh missed the chip shot FG vs. the Seahawks, the Minneapolis Miracle, what type of teammate Stefon Diggs was, what Gary Kubiak brought to the team, if he heard Mike Zimmer was on the hot seat last season and much more (20:41 - 1:01:45). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:01:51 - 1:06:12).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss the fallout from Drew Brees' latest comments (00:36 - 19:06), Vic Fangio's comments and if there is actually any racism in the NFL (19:07 - 26:18). The guys have 4x Super Bowl Champion, 9x Pro Bowler, and NFL Hall of Famer Franco Harris on the show. We talk taking the bus to work, hitch hiking home after games, playing poker with Terry Bradshaw and Mean Joe Greene, what they were like as teammates, the Immaculate Reception and his responsibilities on that play, & much more (26:57 - 1:05:09). Willie and Steven then recap the interview (1:05:15 - 1:13:05).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss whether the proposal to eliminate the onside kick is a good thing (00:30 - 11:37) and recap current *Tennessee Volunteers HC Gus Duggerton's rise to fame (11:38 - 27:37). We sit down with Coach Duggs' real, in-state rival, Vanderbilt HC Derek Mason and discuss coaching under Jim Harbaugh at Stanford, being Richard Sherman's position coach and what he was like in college, originally turning down the Stanford DC job, his success against the Vols, why play at Vandy, how they'll deal with COVID-19 moving forward, and more (30:00 - 1:02:02). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:02:07 - 1:11:05). *In Big Cat's NCAA '14 Franchise Mode

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah weigh in on the Michael Thomas vs. DeVante Parker beef (00:18 - 14:43), Willie discusses what he would do if he was still an active player and his team's facilities re-opened (14:44 - 21:49), and Willie also discusses his recent phone call with Big Ben and his hopes for this season for the Steelers (21:50 - 23:29). The guys are joined by Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowl DT Malik Jackson, currently of the Philadelphia Eagles. Jackson talks about winning Super Bowl 50 with the Broncos, what his time was like in Denver, the "No Fly Zone" Defense, the "going to rub my nuts on his face" quote, getting the bag from Jacksonville, what it's like to negotiate another player for a specific jersey number, his expectations for the Eagles and more (23:19 - 103:12). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:03:19 - 1:09:05)

Three Hofstra Grads on the show, two Super Bowl rings between us. We've got Willie's former roommate in college, former Saints WR Marques Colston on the show! Willie and Steven Cheah break down Dave Portnoy winning the auction to watch a Monday Night Football game with Roger Goodell in his basement, who should be the new Monday Night Football crew, and discuss some things that stood out about the NFL schedule (00:22 - 33:08). We then welcome in Marques Colston and talk Hofstra days, living with Willie in college, Draft day, how he made the team as a 7th round pick, playing in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, playing with Drew Brees and what he's like, the NFC Championship game that went into overtime vs. the Vikings, the Super Bowl vs. the Colts, being a more reserved guy, how he feels about outspoken WRs, & much more (34:49 - 1:34:48). Willie and Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:34:54 - 1:44:38).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah wonder if Andy Dalton signing in Dallas turns the heat up on Dak Prescott to sign a long term deal (00:30 - 06:03) and discuss how signing old RBs like Frank Gore and Marshawn Lynch impact a football team (06:04 - 12:46). The guys get blessed with a long sit down with Willie's former teammate, 2008 Defensive Player of the Year, 2x Super Bowl Champion, 5x Pro Bowler, James Harrison. They ask him about his first impression of Willie, going undrafted, out during the week while in the NFL, spending $400k+ a year on body maintenance, getting fined, what Vontaze Burfict is like as a teammate, his thoughts on Roger Goodell, what caused his rift with Mike Tomlin, how he landed in New England and what it's like playing for the Patriots and Bill Belichick, James challenging Bruce Arians to a fight during practice, the Steelers vs. Ravens rivalry, his 100 yard interception return in the Super Bowl, what he thought of Willie's pre-game outfit, and James gets an exclusive invite to join the 1,000 push-up/week club (14:53 - 1:30:59). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:31:05 - 1:34:05).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah recap the NFL Draft and react to the Packers moving up to select Utah State QB Jordan Love and neglecting the Wide Receiver position (0:19 - 7:45) and Willie shares his Draft day story (7:46 - 17:53). We welcome on 5x Pro Bowler, 4-time All-Pro Defensive End Jared Allen, who played for Vikings, Chiefs, Bears, and Panthers. We talk about getting scholarship offers pulled, coming out of Idaho State and being a 4th rounder, his first training camp fight, maturing in the league, practicing against Willie Roaf, asking for a trade from Kansas City, where he almost went, resetting the market for Defensive Ends, playing with Adrian Peterson and Brett Favre, and what his plan is to become an Olympic Curler (20:25 - 1:20:34). Willie & Steven Cheah then recap the interview (1:20:41 - 1:26:09).

Gronk is a member of the Buccaneers (0:27 - 2:51), what teams are most likely to draft Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert in the 1st round (2:52 - 9:05), Yannick Ngakoue trying to use twitter to help himself get traded (9:06 - 16:16). We also got to talk with projected top 10 pick Iowa Offensive Tackle Tristan Wirfs about what teams have shown the most interest in him, what fueled his record setting combine, how being a state champion wrestler helps his game, and what his preferred position is in the Pros - Guard or Tackle, and what type of dunks he likes to throw down with his 36.5" inch vertical (18:18 - 37:21). The Athletic's Draft Analyst Dane Brugler talked with us and did a full position group by position group breakdown to get you fully prepared for the NFL Draft (39:25 - 1:23:26). Then Willie & Steven Cheah recap the interviews (1:23:35 - 1:30:04).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah discuss Dr. Fauci's comments about how sports could be back soon with no fans and weigh in on Kirk Cousins' comments (00:12 - 07:32). They also debate if Christian McCaffrey's new deal with the Panthers was a smart move for the organization (07:33 - 15:15) and Steven makes a French Onion soup (15:16 - 16:13). We sat down with NFL Network Lead Draft Analyst Daniel Jeremiah to talk about the latest Draft scuttlebutt including what Detroit could do at #3, where Tua Tagovailoa will likely land, is Justin Herbert a franchise QB, the best fit for Jordan Love, how DJ views the top tier of WRs, why he's so high on Mekhi Becton, who will be a surprise 1st round pick, and who his Red Star guys are this year (18:27 - 50:39). Then Willie & Steve recap the interview (50:49 - 54:49) and BONUS Steven Cheah being a total fanboy after the music (55:20 - 56:47).

Willie Colon and Steven Cheah react to Tom Brady's huge interview on Howard Stern's show (00:26 - 13:16) and weigh in on Jameis Winston giving kudos to himself (13:17 - 16:56). We have Buccaneers Director of Player Personnel John Spytek on talking about being a teammate of Tom Brady at the University of Michigan and his early impressions of him, how important measurables are for players, what Draft night is like, what goes on behind the scenes after a trade is made during the Draft (18:38 - 53:29). We've also got Buccaneers Director of College Scouting Mike Biehl on his travel schedule for his role, how much background info he gets on prospects, why you need to see Quarterbacks throw live before drafting them, what he looks for when interviewing prospects, and how he balances a family life while working in the football and Mike gives advice to anybody looking to get into the NFL as a scout (55:34 - 1:28:37). Then Willie & Steve recap the recap the interviews (1:28:45 - 1:37:56). CMV is common, serious, and preventable. 1 out of 3 pregnant women that become infected pass it on to their unborn child, yet 91% of women don't know what CMV is. CMV is common, serious, and preventable. If your family is pregnant or looking to become pregnant, visit nationalcmv.org to learn more.