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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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First Take resumes with Drake Maye's future. What will the storylines be on Monday if he has another bad game? (0:00) Then, Deion Sanders dishes on Super Bowl picks, college football, and, of course, Shedeur Sanders! (9:50) Next, would Sam Darnold be considered elite with a Super Bowl win? (23:30) And, the crew finally makes their Super Bowl picks. (38:30)
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First Take wraps up Super Bowl week from San Francisco. Matthew Stafford took home his first MVP after barely beating out Drake Maye! Did the voters get this one right? (0:00) Then, 3-time Super Bowl champ Emmitt Smith tells us how he prepped for the big game. (23:20) Next, we're still flustered by Tom Brady's comments. How can the GOAT not root for his former team? (41:50)
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First Take resumes with a Super Bowl preview. Mina Kimes joins to tell us how the Seahawks can blow out the Patriots, and how Drake Maye can exploit a hobbled Seahawks secondary! (0:00) Then, multisport legend Bo Jackson is PUMPED UP for the big game! (11:40) Next, another year passed without a Cowboys conference championship appearance. Has Dak Prescott's Super Bowl window closed? (22:55)
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First Take is live from San Francisco with all of the Super Bowl and trade deadline coverage! Second year sensation Drake Maye has arrived. Is he playing with house money vs. the Seahawks? (0:00) Then, Maye or Stafford? Who deserves MVP? (24:20) Next, the tanking Wizards swooped in to grab Anthony Davis during pre-agency. Does this trade make sense? (38:15)
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Live from San Francisco, First Take is on site at the Super Bowl; a place the Cowboys haven't been in 30 years! If they want to get back, should George Pickens be signed ASAP? (0:00) Next, is JSN the biggest x-factor in the Super Bowl. (12:00) Then, which QB is in a better position: Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow? (20:30)
Trivia: What was the number 1 song the last time the Cowboys won the Super Bowl? Hint: George Pickens Mariah Carey'd the Cowboys offense this year! He turned them from Boyz II Men!
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First Take is live in San Fran with Mad Dog! Windy tells us exactly why James Harden requested a trade away from the surging Clippers. (0:00) Then, Darnold and Maye rode breakout seasons to lead their teams to Super Bowl LX. Cam Jordan tells us which QB is harder to game plan against. (22:00) Next, the Falcons hired a new GM who starts work with a tough decision: give Michael Penix Jr. one more shot, or move on. (38:40)
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The painful truth is here — Drake Maye’s shoulder is an issue, and we’re telling you exactly how much it changes the game as the clock ticks down to Super Sunday. Meanwhile — hold on now — Buffalo GM Brandon Beane is firing back at his critics, and trust me, the list is LONG. Wait until you hear this. AND while you were catching Z’s… the NBA drops a BOMBSHELL. A superstar on the move with just TWO days before the trade deadline. This show is just getting started!
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Wake UP! The painful truth is out — Drake Maye has a shoulder issue, and we’re breaking down exactly what that means as we race toward Super Sunday. Meanwhile — oh, it’s spicy — Buffalo GM Brandon Beane is clapping back at his critics, and there are plenty of them. You do not want to miss what he had to say. AND while you were sleeping… BOOM — an NBA blockbuster! A superstar on the move with just two days left before the trade deadline. Let’s go!
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Justin Jefferson isn’t holding back. He says what everyone else is thinking, but the real question remains: what does JJ see when he looks at his football future — and is the league ready for it? On a historic anniversary, the stars were on the floor — and this morning, the takes are going to be loud. The players are in, the tension is real, and one MASSIVE question surrounds the Patriots — don’t worry, we’ve got answers.
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It’s time for First Take. On a landmark anniversary, the stars were on the floor — and this morning, we’re not holding anything back. The players have arrived, the energy is building, but one HUGE question still hangs over the Patriots — and we’ve got the answer. Plus, Justin Jefferson steps up and says what everyone’s been thinking. The real debate? What does he believe about his own future in football — and should the league be paying attention?
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Second hour of First Take: Josh Allen reunites with Joe Brady as the Bills promote their MVP-winning OC to head coach, while the Ravens hire Jesse Minter and look ahead to his partnership with Lamar Jackson. Who is under more pressure to make it to the Super Bowl? In the NBA, the Timberwolves knock off the Thunder behind a strong night from Anthony Edwards, and Teofimo Lopez Jr. defends his WBO title against Shakur Stevenson in a high-stakes showdown at Madison Square Garden. All this and more from Stephen A, RC, Windy, and Monica McNutt!
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First Take starts now! The Bills name Joe Brady head coach, elevating their longtime OC as Buffalo looks to finally break through to a Super Bowl with Josh Allen. The Eagles continue their coordinator carousel, hiring former NFL QB Sean Mannion as their fifth OC in five years. Plus, with the NBA trade deadline looming, all eyes are on Giannis Antetokounmpo as a struggling Bucks team listens to serious trade offers. Stephen A, RC, Windy, and Monica McNutt have the answers!
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LeBron and the Lakers returned to Cleveland in what could be his final trip home as a player. We have the latest from Shams Charania on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future as the trade deadline nears. Plus, a Super Bowl preview with the Patriots as underdogs against the Seahawks, and Jayson Tatum shares doubts about a potential return this season.
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LeBron James and the Lakers were in Cleveland last night to face the Cavs in what could be LeBron’s final return home as an NBA player. We’re joined by Shams Charania with the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future as trade buzz heats up ahead of the deadline, with several contenders reportedly in the mix. Plus, a look ahead to the Patriots as underdogs in the Super Bowl matchup with the Seahawks, and Celtics star Jayson Tatum opens up about his hesitation to return this season while recovering from injury.
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First Take resumes with a complete and total takedown of Bill Polian and The NFL Hall of Fame. Mad Dog is absolutely HEATED! (0:00) Then, Paul Heyman joins to talk Royal Rumble. (15:50) Next, the Bucks are officially listening to offers on Giannis. Knicks? Rockets? Who can make the best offer? (23:50)
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First Take begins with an EGREGIOUS, INHUMANE HOF decision. Stephen A. wants names AND faces of everyone didn't vote for Bill Belichick! (0:00) Then, which Super bowl participant had a harder path? (27:00) Next, Stephen A. speaks on his Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy! (38:30)
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First Take starts with LeBron, Luka and the Lakers. After cruising to victory over the Bulls, they're 5th in a star studded western conference. Can they really make the finals, or will a weak starting center and bench be their downfall? (0:00) Then, who has more to gain by winning the Super Bowl: former bust Sam Darnold, or second year sensation Drake Maye? (13:15) Next, Stephen A. reveals his top 5 NBA teams! Only 1 East team?? C'mon Stephen A.!! (25:30)
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First Take begins with the underwhelming Patriots. After running through a weak AFC and surviving Drake Maye's lackluster play, do the Patriots really have a chance against the Seahawks? Stephen A. doesn't think so...(0:00) Then, Windy and Big Perk have some ideas on where Giannis may be traded! (26:00) Next, no one wants the Browns job even though it comes with a fully equipped pro bowl QB! Is Deion the answer in Cleveland? (41:10)
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1First Take resumes with a fluctuating narrative. Darnold saw ghosts, led a Viking brigade to the playoffs, got banished from his Minnesota but found refuge in Seattle, and now soars his 'Hawks into the Super Bowl. How should we view him? (0:00) Then, WWE superstar Seth Rollins talks Royal Rumble! (15:50) Next, we have to talk Stafford's legacy. He has all of the stats AND a Super Bowl, maybe even an MVP soon. What more can he do? (26:00)
Trivia: which Seahawks WR made an acrobatic catch while lying on the ground to set up the Seahawks at the goal line before the famous Malcolm Butler INT?
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First Take begins with Darnold the Demon! Slingin' Sammy threw for 3 TDs and 346 yards! He's now led his team to a Super Bowl, but somehow there are still doubters? (0:00) Then, Stephen A. declared the AFC championship a must win for the Patriots with Stidham starting. They clearly watch First Take, because that defense looked motivated as they took it to the Broncos backup QB! (22:30) Next, do you like the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy? (39:45)
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If LeBron James go to the Warriors that would be boring. You might as well stop watching basketball.
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2:39 Bart blames Tom Brady Rodgers struggles.
Happy birthday, Stephen A
That should not be Kevin Durant problem at all
James Harden does not need no more money that’s gonna make him worse
James Harden does not need no more money that’s gonna make him worse
James Harden does not need no more money that’s gonna make him worse
So he threw an object into the stands, missed his target, BUT, he apologized. It’s just a little piece of plastic, no dammage, you say! Get a fine, don’t miss any games. Wow! Did anyone ask the girl how she felt. At a game, cheering for her team, and some vey well paid man throws something into the stands that hits HER! Wonder if it was her first time at a game? Will she want to go again? I am assuming it has been shown all over social media. TV? Poor kid. Just having a good time. He can’t apologize that away!
Can you guys post "First Take Her Take" somewhere else? sick of deleting it every week.
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