Sports Bugle Podcast

Sports Bugle: 12/19/2011

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:51:54 -0800

Christian joins me as we recap an insane NBA offseason, pick our top teams in the East and West, and break down who has the best chance to win it all.

Sports Bugle: 12/02/2011

Fri, 2 Dec 2011 23:40:01 -0800

With the season 3/4 of the way done, Nelson and Gavin do a breakdown of the hot teams and other compelling story lines.

Sports Bugle: 07/31/2011

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 16:06:16 -0700

Gavin and I break down a furious start to the NFL season -- Asomugha, Ochocinco, Haynesworth, Plax, and the disaster that is the Seahawks.

Sports Bugle: 01/24/2011

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 21:01:48 -0800

A disappointing but valiant end to the Jets season. Gavin and I break down the Jets’ heartbreaking loss and will Aaron Rodgers and the Packers become Super Bowl champs in the year Brett Favre finally retires?

Sports Bugle: 01/18/2011

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:40:30 -0800

Still in shock, Gavin and I try and make sense out of the Jets’ win over the Pats. We also talk about how we got all the other games wrong before discussing Al Davis being Al Davis.

Sports Bugle: 01/13/2011

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:02:32 -0800

Gavin and I break down round 2 of the NFL playoffs (which upset pick do we both like?) as well as discuss Harbaugh’s move to the 49ers.

Sports Bugle: 01/02/2011

Sun, 2 Jan 2011 00:12:40 -0800

Week 17 brings the NFL playoff picture into view. Gavin and I break down the first round matchups, the year’s disappointments, and the coaching carousel.

Sports Bugle: 12/07/2010

Tue, 7 Dec 2010 18:40:22 -0800

Christian and I tackle the Jets’ 45-3 shellacking at the hands of the Pats, where we are a quarter of the way through the NBA season, and how the Yanks handled the Jeter negotiations!

Sports Bugle: 11/30/2010

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:15:18 -0800

Gavin and I look ahead to the marquee matchup of the week: the 9-2 Jets vs the 9-2 Pats. We also debate the most dangerous team in the NFC (Eagles?), the Andre Johnson / Cortland Finnegan fight, and potential coaching moves.

Sports Bugle: 11/22/2010

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:07:35 -0800

The Jets pull out another thriller, the Raiders lay an egg, and what really has pulled the Cowboys out of their funk?

Sports Bugle: 10/26/2010

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:54:32 -0700

Gavin and I break down a stunning annihilation of the Broncos by the Raiders, the free falling Vikings and Cowboys, and who’s best in the NFC?

Sports Bugle: 10/03/2010

Sun, 3 Oct 2010 22:30:25 -0700

Jets take care of business, the Raiders do just enough to lose, and how awful was that Giants game? Join us for the latest SportsBugle podcast!

Sports Bugle: 09/27/2010

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 19:35:53 -0700

Shocking loss by the Raiders, huge win by the Jets, and should the 49ers fire Singletary? Join us for the latest podcast of SportsBugle!

Sports Bugle: 09/20/2010

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 21:05:59 -0700

Listen in as Christian and I breakdown the Jets’ big win over the Pats. Did Rex Ryan outcoach Belichick? Do you think Sanchez is the next Drew Brees?

Sports Bugle: 09/19/2010

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 22:52:50 -0700

The Raiders win! First win = big win even if it’s against the Rams. In this podcast, Gavin and I break down the game and their prospects for the playoffs this season!

Sports Bugle: 09/14/2010

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:49:17 -0700

In part 2 of 2, Christian Barrera joins me for an “emergency” podcast because of how badly the Jets played on Monday Night Football. We chat about that and then I give Christian a beatdown over why Team USA didn’t crush opponents in the FIBA World Championships. He has no clever retorts. None!

Sports Bugle: 09/14/2010

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 18:21:13 -0700

In part 1 of 2, Gavin and I break down week 1 of the NFL and talk about if all is lost with the Raiders and Jets after only one week of football!

Sports Bugle: 09/05/2010

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 23:19:13 -0700

The NFL season is almost here and Gavin and I break down some intriguing teams! We just missed the Revis signing but hear what we had to say about his prospects of signing and what the Jets might do to get a deal done!

Sports Bugle: 08/16/2010

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:00:29 -0700

Christian Barrera joins me to talk about the Jets on Hard Knocks and why he’s about to give up on baseball!

Sports Bugle: 08/04/2010

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 23:50:28 -0700

Gavin’s back which can mean only one thing... football season is right around the corner! Hear the guys argue about what the Vikings should do now that Favre is wavering, the Jets and the Revis situation, and will Gavin make a playoff prediction for his beloved Raiders? Listen in and found out!

Sports Bugle: 07/09/2010

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 21:20:18 -0700

Christian Barrera joins me to break down LeBron joining Wade and Bosh in Miami. Will this super team be able to add enough pieces? Should LeBron should’ve gone somewhere else?

Sports Bugle: 06/02/2010

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 21:20:19 -0700

It’s a 3-man weave as Christian Barrera and Andrew Barkan join Nelson to preview the NBA finals, sort through the best free agent class ever, and complain and the travesty of Armando Galarraga losing his perfect game.

Sports Bugle: 05/27/2010

Thu, 27 May 2010 18:31:58 -0700

Andrew Barkan joins Nelson today to break down the NBA playoffs -- will the Celtics collapse and can the Lakers find their groove? Also, they discuss the LeBron/Wade/Bosh/Joe Johnson summit and the NBA draft. Where in the world is Gavin?!

Sports Bugle: 05/16/2010

Sun, 16 May 2010 14:41:11 -0700

Christian Barrera and I break down the latest in the NBA playoffs -- particularly Cleveland’s collapse and what this mean for LeBron James.

Sports Bugle: 05/08/2010

Sat, 8 May 2010 12:43:51 -0700

Andrew Barkan and I break down the latest in the NBA playoffs race and talk about what it means to be a “beast” and why top contenders like Cleveland and Orlando don’t have enough of them.

Sports Bugle: 04/27/2010

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:54:24 -0700

Gavin and Nelson break down the 2010 NFL Draft! Some winners (Seattle, 49ers, Cowboys), some surprising picks (Ryan Matthews to San Diego) and the demise of JaMarcus Russell and Gavin’s thoughts on the Raiders getting Jason Campbell.

Sports Bugle: 04/21/2010

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:56:51 -0700

On the eve of the NFL draft, Gavin and Nelson break it down and sort through what all the major players might do. They also talk about the Ben Roethlisberger situation and the potential plan for the Steelers.

Sports Bugle: 04/11/2010

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:22:23 -0700

Christian Barrera joins Nelson today and they talk about the just finished NCAA tournament -- focusing in on the Duke/Butler game and potential NBA prospects generally. They then give a preview of the NBA playoffs -- why does Christian like Denver so much and who are some of the sleepers out there? Finally, they break down the start of the baseball season -- is Christian worried about his Mets yet?

Sports Bugle: 03/25/2010

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:52:44 -0700

Gavin and Nelson break down the Jets (their signing of LT, Leon Washington’s unhappiness, and “Hard Knocks”), the Eagles and a potential trade of McNabb and Asante Samuel to the Raiders for Asomugha, the overtime change, San Diego’s trade of Charlie Whitehurst to Seattle, thoughts on Tim Tebow after his pro day, and the Ben Roethlisberger situation.

Sports Bugle: 03/10/2010

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:37:51 -0800

A ton of football news can only mean one thing: Gavin’s back! Nelson and Gavin break down the Jets’ cutting of Thomas Jones, their acquisition of Antonio Cromartie, the stunning 15 cents on the dollar trade of Anquan Boldin, the Bears’ signing Julius Peppers, the Bengals’ signing Antonio Bryant, and the Eagles deciding to keep Michael Vick -- at least for a little while longer. They finish up by talking NFL draft and, in particular, focusing on the 4 big name QBs: Sam Bradford, Jimmy Clausen, Tim Tebow, and Colt McCoy.

Sports Bugle: 03/02/2010

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 10:38:04 -0800

Christian Barrera joins Nelson today to break down the NBA and give a preview of March Madness. Are the Cavs actually any good and can anyone challenge the Lakers? Why are there so many 20-9 teams in college basketball and who should be the #1 pick in the NBA draft? Finally, they finish up by talking about a topic requested from one of our listeners -- who has had the most embarrassing post-sports career?

Sports Bugle: 02/17/2010

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:39:22 -0800

Andrew Barkan joins Nelson today as they discuss the NBA up to this point. They break down some of the pleasant surprises in the NBA including Oklahoma City and the Knicks before moving onto the crazy trade / potential free agent landscape. Where will Amare land and how will that affect LeBron and Wade? Will the Knicks have enough to lure a package of LeBron to New York? Finally, they finish up with a review of the draft class so far, rip David Kahn (or at least Nelson does), and extol the virtues of Steph Curry!

Sports Bugle: 02/09/2010

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 19:39:41 -0800

No one else will sufficiently rip Jim Caldwell for his conservative play-calling so Nelson will do his best. Gavin makes the argument that Peyton is still the best QB to ever play the game and they also break down Google’s first ever Super Bowl commercial as two former Google marketing guys! What more could you ask for?!

Sports Bugle: 02/02/2010

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 19:39:54 -0800

A Super Bowl preview and more! The retirement of the great Kurt Warner and who will be the Cardinals’ next QB? Philly trade talk -- will they move McNabb? Mike Martz getting hired as the Bears’ Offensive Coordinator -- what impact will that have on Jay Cutler? How much will Peyton Manning make in a new deal and Tim Tebow’s pro prospects.

Sports Bugle: 01/26/2010

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:40:05 -0800

Nelson’s beloved Jets finally succumb to the Colts led by the incomparable Peyton Manning. Listen as Nelson and Gavin break down that game and the sloppy Vikings / Saints game. And who will they pick as the Super Bowl winner?

Sports Bugle: 01/19/2010

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:40:18 -0800

3 blowouts and 1 shocking upset. Listen in as Nelson and Gavin break down the Jets’ win of San Diego and what this means for a vaunted franchise that just can’t get over the hump. And why is Norv Turner still head coach over there? They also discuss Minnesota’s beatdown of Dallas, New Orleans beatdown of the Cards, and an impressive win by Indy over a very good Baltimore team.

Sports Bugle: 01/12/2010 - 2 of 2

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:40:41 -0800

In part 2 of 2, Gavin and Nelson first get floored by the news that Lane Kiffin is ditching Tennessee for USC. Then, Gavin pays tribute to Nelson for picking all 4 winners of the last round of the NFL playoffs before diverging on picks for this weekend’s games! Oh, and Nelson also goes nuts over Charles Woodson winning NFL defensive player of the year over Darrelle Revis.

Sports Bugle: 01/12/2010 - 1 of 2

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:40:29 -0800

What better way to follow up a mega weekend of football with a mega week of podcasts? In part 1 of 2, Christian Barrera joins Nelson to recap this past weekend’s NFL playoffs and to make predictions for round 2.

Sports Bugle: 01/09/2010

Sat, 9 Jan 2010 19:40:56 -0800

Just in time for NFL wild card weekend! Listen in as Gavin and Nelson break down Jets/Cincy, Philly/Dallas, Baltimore/NE, and Green Bay/Arizona. They also talk about the BCS championship game, Shanahan to the Redskins, the Bears keeping Lovie Smith, the Seahawks firing Jim Mora after only 1 year, and Gilbert Arenas.

Sports Bugle: 12/23/2009

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:41:09 -0800

Gavin and Nelson run through a large list of topics including: Chris Henry’s death, Norv Turner’s contract extension, the most interesting bowl game that’s not Alabama / Texas, Jake Locker hype, Brad Childress’ managing of Brett Favre, Holmgren joining the Browns, where should Shanahan go?, what should Indy do with their starters?, who are the top teams heading into the playoffs right now?, and of course, Tiger Woods’ divorce.

Sports Bugle: 12/15/2009

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:41:23 -0800

Did Brian Kelly betray Cincy by going to Notre Dame? The ludicrousness that is Heisman voting and Suh not winning, Randy Moss’ meltdown, what should the Raiders do with JaMarcus, and how much money did Tiger Woods cost himself with his indiscretions?

Sports Bugle: 12/03/2009

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:41:41 -0800

Notre Dame -- where do they go from here? An astounding 99 yard drive by Vince Young to lead the Titans to 5-6, Saints crushing the Pats, the Vikings looking spectacular, and of course, the boys talk about Tiger Woods.

Sports Bugle: 11/26/2009

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:41:56 -0800

An amazing week of football. Listen to the boys discuss Stafford vs. Sanchez, a wild wild Lions / Browns game, the free fall of the Jets, just what is behind the resurgence of the Titans (Chris Johnson or Vince Young) and, of course, the Raiders pull out a shocking win over the Bengals (don’t trust them!)

Don’t forget we have a wonderful new jingle thanks to John Piscitello!

Sports Bugle: 11/20/2009

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:42:13 -0800

Gavin ravenously defends Belichick’s call to go for it from his own 28, both he and Nelson bemoan the ridiculous tailspin of the Raiders and the Jets, the Titans win another under Vince Young, and where will Jim Harbaugh land?

Sports Bugle: 11/10/2009

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:42:30 -0800

So many storylines, so little time. We got Broncos / Steelers, Vince Young leading a Tennessee resurgence, Cincy Baltimore, undefeated Indy and New Orleans, and what’s up with the Giants? And we got Gavin back from his cruise in Mexico! He apparently ate lots of food the entire time there.

Sports Bugle: 10/13/2009

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:43:13 -0700

At 3-2, should the Jets be worried? Just how bad is 2-17 for a QB and Josh McDaniels... boy are those Broncos good. Listen in as Nelson and Gavin break down week 5 of the NFL season!

Sports Bugle: 10/07/2009 - Jets

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 19:43:43 -0700

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Sports Bugle: 10/07/2009 - Raiders

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 19:43:29 -0700

A loss is a loss except when it’s a good one? Find out why Gavin and Nelson are actually excited about the Jets losing by 14 to the Saints!

Sports Bugle: 10/01/2009 - Raiders

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 19:44:13 -0700

Join Nelson and Gavin as they try and figure out if this is all Tom Cable’s fault, JaMarcus Russell’s, or the usual suspect of them all, Mr. Al Davis. Also, who would you rather have now -- McFadden or Felix Jones?

Sports Bugle: 09/23/2009 - Jets

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:44:27 -0700

Are the Jets really this good? Or do the Patriots have some serious issues with Brady trying to re-gain form and the defense suffering from the losses of Seymour, Bruschi, and others?

And how many QBs in the league would YOU take over Mark Sanchez right now?