First Take

In this episode, Stephen A. is out but we have Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty, Chris Canty, and Mina Kimes here to tell us if they'd rather have Jordan Love or Jared Goff in tonight's matchup. Plus, Canty and Dan are fired up in a debate over whether or not they would pay Brock Purdy top-QB money. The crew tells us if they think the Chiefs' close-call games have been good for them and if the Steelers are a dark horse Super Bowl team. Plus, does Rodgers have more to prove to the New York Jets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. is out but Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty, and Chris Canty are in as they debate which team needs the one seed more: the Eagles or the Lions? Plus, we debate if Nick Sirianni has secured his job in Philly and if Azeez Al-Shaair's suspension for his hit on Trevor Lawrence is too harsh. Dan gives us his list of the top 5 most important non-QBs heading into the playoffs. The crew discusses if the College Football Playoff should have automatic bids or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Kimberley A. Martin debate whether Josh Allen have a lot of pressure to win the Super Bowl as Lamar Jackson. Jeff Saturday joins the show to discuss if flag-planting is bad for college football. It's Wednesday, which means Mad Dog is back with a new list of things that have him fired up. Lastly, the crew discuss whether if they trust the Eagles to win the Super Bowl this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Paul Finebaum react to the latest CFP rankings and predicts the ACC Championship outcome. The crew debates what Ryan Day needs to save job this season. Jeff Saturday joins the show and responds to Dak Prescott's support of Mike McCarthy. The guys react to the Texans' GM support of Azeez Al-Shaair. Kimberely A Martin joins the show to discuss whether Joe Burrow deserves a pass this season or not. Enjoy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Domonique Foxworth react to Chad Ochocinco crying over the Bengals on "Nightcap" and debate if Shannon is being too harsh on Joe Burrow regarding his recent struggles. Jeff Saturday joins the show to tell us if Nick Sirianni needs to win a playoff game to keep his job in Philly. The crew reacts to Stephen's newest "A-List" of the top 5 teams in the NFL. Plus, we debate if the Steelers can win in a shootout going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Jeff Saturday debate whether LeBron's struggles is a bad stretch or bad sign. The guys discuss if the Ravens have an identity problem. Domonique Foxworth joins the show to react to the NFL suspending Azeez Al-Shaair for 3 games. Lastly, the crew reacts to Jameis Winston's pick 6s versus the Broncos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Dan Orlovsky debate if the Eagles are the best team in the NFC. The crew reacts to Azeez Al-Shaair's hit on Trevor Lawrence and share what they believe is a fair punishment. The guys discuss if flag-planting is bad for college football. The crew debates if people are sleeping on the Steelers offense. Stephen A and Shannon share their takes on who should be the Chicago Bears' next head coach. Lastly, the guys react to Rodgers' lack of accountability for his performance this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, the entire crew is in studio for today's show! Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Dan Orlovsky debate whether Sunday's game said more about the Eagles or Ravens. The crew reacts to Josh Allen's performance and Stephen A. predicts the NFL's MVP. Shannon and Dan have a heated debate about Joe Burrow's role in Bengals' loss. Lastly, the guys discuss whether they'd be more surprised if the Chiefs made or missed the Super Bowl. Enjoy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark, Elle Duncan, and Cam Newton react to some awkward Thanksgiving Day moments around the NFL. Plus, they tell us which QB-RB duo they trust more: Hurts and Saquon or Lamar and Derrick Henry? We react to Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce calling his team "the worst in football" and debate if this is the right kind of motivation. The crew tells us if the Bills should be on upset alert against the 49ers and if the Steelers have anything to prove against the Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark, Elle Duncan, and Cam Newton discuss whether Bears head coach Matt Eberflus should be fired before Week 14. The crew also debates if it's too late for the Cowboys to make a playoff push while questioning if they have lost all faith in the Dolphins. Finally, they examine whether or not the Packers are legitimate NFC contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Kimberley A. Martin, and Damien Woody debate which player has the stronger MVP case: Lamar Jackson or Saquon Barkley? The crew also discusses if Tua Tagovailoa is underappreciated as a quarterback. Kimberley shares her A-list of the worst ESPN personalities to invite as Thanksgiving guests. Lastly, they question whether or not they still believe Caleb Williams can be the best quarterback in his draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A Smith, Kimberley A Martin and Damien Woody debate the outcome of the Bears vs Lions game. They also discuss whether they trust Tua Tagovalioa or Jordan Love more tonight. Stephen A shares if he believes the Cowboys will be more heavily favored and how bad a loss would be for them. Lastly, the crew reacts to Antonio Pierce calling out the Raiders. Stay tuned to figure out what Pierce said about his team.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jeff Saturday, and Kimberley A. Martin debate if the Giants should regret letting Saquon Barkley go. Stephen A. addresses his stance on the new NBA All-Star Game format. It's Wednesday so you know what that means: Mad Dog has a special Thanksgiving edition of "What Are You Mad About?" coming right up. Stephen A. and Mad Dog give their takes on Travis Hunter not being a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Jeff Saturday react to Jerry Jones' comments about Mike McCarthy's contract extension. The guys discuss top contenders in the NFC and if the Dolphins will salvage their season. Paul Finebaum joins the show to debate which SEC teams should reach the CFP. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show with her reaction to breaking news around Daniel Jones. Stay tuned for hour 2!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Domonique Foxworth debate if the Ravens can be a top team in the NFL if Derrick Henry gets the ball more. Jeff Saturday joins the show to tell us if C.J. Stroud has taken a step back this season. Stephen A. gives us his A-List of the Top 5 teams in the NFL after Week 12. Kendrick Perkins is here with his thoughts on the new changes to the NBA All-Star Game. The crew gives their takes on what is standing in the way of a Suns Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Jeff Saturday debate if Lamar Jackson's career is a failure without winning a Super Bowl. Kendrick Perkins joins the show to discuss which team he has more faith in: the Golden State Warriors or the Denver Nuggets? Also, Domonique Foxworth joins the show to react to Jerry Jones' comments on Mike McCarthy's contract extension. Lastly, the crew talks about the Dolphins potentially being a dangerous team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Damien Woody debate if the Eagles are as scary as the Lions right now and if Bo Nix has passed Jayden Daniels in the Offensive Rookie of the Year race. Tedy Bruschi joins the show to tell us if we should be concerned after the Chiefs' close call with defeat against the Panthers. Paul Finebuam is here to debate which CFB loss was more disappointing: Alabama or Colorado? The crew debates if C.J. Stroud has taken a step back this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Tedy Bruschi discuss if Saquon should be the MVP front-runner after a stellar performance against the Rams. The crew also recaps the crazy ending to the Cowboys-Commanders game yesterday. They react to Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers' frustration after their 6th straight loss. Lastly, Shay Shay has another segment of Sharpe or Not Smart. Stay tuned to hear what he has to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, Ryan Clark and Elle Duncan react to Micah Parson's comments and discuss if active players with podcasts are a problem. The crew debates whether the 76ers leak was a bigger deal than the players meeting. The crew reacts to breaking news that the Giants release Daniel Jones. Lastly, Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to share his best bets for this weekend.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, Ryan Clark, and Elle Duncan analyze Steelers-Browns game last night, questioning if they lost faith in the Steelers being a playoff contender. The crew debates Deion Sanders' future at Colorado following the commitment of five-star quarterback Julian Lewis yesterday. Lastly, Elle Duncan addresses the Giants fanbase about Daniel Jones' performance this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices