The Deep Sports Podcast

Hosted by Matt Barnes, Andrew Hutchinson, and Joey Barnes, The Deep Sports Podcast is put out weekly and focuses on anything and everything going on in the world of sports!

Deep Sports Podcast 010: 2018-19 NFL Season Preview

You hoped to stop us but you can only hope to contain us, The Deep Sports Podcast is back for episode 4! Episode 4? Episode 4! That's three more than you bet on but hundreds less than you'll get... And you'll like it! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes and the boys are ready to throw the ball around the deep topics of the week. The show starts on a somber note this week as the gang give a brief recap of the horrific events at the Madden Qualifier in Jacksonville, Florida last Sunday. Our thoughts are with the victims, families, and the community affected by the senseless tragedy.   Get your sorting hats ready boys and girls because the Deep Sports Pod Gang are getting ready to let you know which house your team belongs to in our 2018-19 NFL Season Preview! Let us slytherin to your ear holes as we talk each division race, teams to watch, and what players might be household names by the season's end. All Harry Potter puns aside, listen as the boys go deep and answer all the burning questions on the eve of the NFL Season! Who will be the Rookie of the Year? Who has a shot at the Super Bowl? Will Joe ever learn who Todd Gurley plays for? Also, Hutch has Hogwarts!   Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show!   And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-31
02:45:23

Deep Sports Podcast 007: The Greatest Comeback In Sports Podcast History!

Welcome to the RETURN of the sports podcast that goes deeper than your favorite conspiracy theories, The Deep Sports Podcast! Your host, Matt Barnes, returns with a new co-host, Andrew Hutchinson, and a special guest, Joey Barnes, for the reboot episode.   Do you feel that special aura in the air? That's right, football season is upon us and the boys start with some NFL Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame game talk, including the enshrinement of legendary Eagles safety, Brian Dawkins, and finish with a deep dive into the return of Johnny Manziel... to the Canadian Football League! Along with NFL talk, the gang discuss the current controversy faced by the Ohio State University Head Football Coach Urban Meyer, a brief preview of the second half of the NFL Season, and a special educational look at the Lacrosse World Championship by beat reporter Hutch Hutchinson. Good show, Hutch!   Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show!   And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!   *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

08-10
02:05:56

Deep Sports Podcast 006: NFL Free Agency & NCAA March Madness 2017

The Deep Sports Podcast is back with episode six! People call February and March a sports dead zone but your favorite sports podcast is back with more sports headlines and hot takes! This week's show sees your regular host, Matt Barnes, and Steven Spevak joined by Kyle Hahn. Matt and Kyle discuss all the ins and outs of the worst week of the NFL Free Agency signings period. From the Philadelphia Eagles reloading on offense, to the Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars doing Browns and Jaguars things, to the New England Patriots ruling the Football world, Matt and Kyle have you covered! The guys also give quick hits on the first two days of the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament, where we've seen a few upsets, close wins, and struggles from the top two men's teams in the land. As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

03-19
50:26

Deep Sports Podcast 005: Insert Witty Title About Being Back From Vacation Here

The Deep Sports Podcast is finally back with episode five! After our unexpected winter vacation, your favorite sports podcast is back to bring you more sports news and hot takes! This week's show sees your regular host, Matt Barnes, and Steven Spevak rejoined by previous guest host Robert "Black Meltzer" Duncan. Matt, Rob, and Steven discuss a number of topics this week, starting with a wrap-up of last weekend's NBA All-star festivities from the Smoothie King Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana. From the game itself to the skills competition, the 3-pt, and the dunk contest, the guys cover the whole deal. The guys also talk about the NBA trade deadline and some of the moves made by teams at the break. Were some teams better off standing pat than the moves other teams made? Recent injury news in the NBA and other headlines are also touched upon before heading to NFL news and notes. Finally, we welcome back Deep Sports MMA Correspondent Kyle Arenofsky back to the show to discuss UFC 208, current news in and around the UFC, and this weekend's upcoming UFC 209 event! As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

03-03
01:35:33

Deep Sports Podcast 004: Super Bowl LI Preview / NHL talk with Nik Breitenstine

The Deep Sports Podcast is going deep with episode four! That's right,  your favorite sports podcast is back with love and we thank you for joining 
us again!  This week's show sees your regular host, Matt Barnes, and Steven Spevak rejoined by the recently absent, Kyle Hahn. 
Matt, Kyle, and Steven discuss a number of topics this week, starting with this 
weekend's NFL Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium, in Houston, Texas.  From analyzing the matchup of 
the Patriots #1 defense versus the Falcons #1 offense, the legacy of the Patriots, and 
how we see the game playing out.
 The guys also talk about the NBA and the recent struggles of the Cleveland Cavaliers 
and star, LeBron James.  Is it simply a case of the Cavs needing more talent, as LeBron 
suggests, or do the Cavs need veteran leadership to police the locker room?  They also 
briefly get into it about Dana White's recent comments revealing that he has spoken with Ronda Rousey and he gets 
the sense that the MMA star is "probably done." Finally, we invite Nik Breitenstine onto the show to discuss the recent NHL All-Star festivities, as well as other things surrounding the National Hockey League!  Don't miss it! As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

02-03
01:32:29

Deep Sports Podcast 003: Robert Duncan Loves all the (Sports) Balls / The Balls In Our Court Podcast's Kevin Carter

The Deep Sports Podcast is back for episode three! That's right, the newest sports pod sensation has made it to three episodes and is bringing more excitement than should be allowed by law. Your regular hosts Matt, and Steven, are joined by special guest host Robert Duncan filling in for Kyle. Matt, Steven, and Rob are joined by Kevin Carter of the Balls in Our Court Podcast to discuss a series of topics starting off with this week's MLB Hall of Fame voting results that saw Jeff Bagwell, Tim Raines, and Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez gain enshrinement to Cooperstown. We also discuss several other notable names and their chances for future enshrinement and touch upon some of the standards upon which voters choose who goes in and why players should go in. The guys also discuss NBA sensation Joel Embiid's rise to the top of the sports social media hierarchy, who the top player in the NHL is, and Tyron Woodley's assertion that MMA is racist. Finally, we wrap up the NFL Playoff Divisional round and give predictions on what may be to come for this weekend's upcoming Championship matchups! As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

01-20
01:23:58

Deep Sports Podcast 002: MMA talk with Kyle Arenofsky / NFL End of Season Recap

That's right, your new favorite sports podcast is back! Yes ladies and gentlemen, the Deep Sports Podcast is here for episode two! Your regular hosts Matt, and Steven, are joined this time by Matt's brother, Joe, who is filling in for the absent, Kyle. We start off this edition of the podcast by getting Kyle Arenofsky on the horn to discuss the recent UFC 207 PPV, especially where Ronda Rousey goes after her embarrassing loss to Amanda Nunes, and what's to be done about the questionable judging in the UFC as of late! We also dive into the recent suspensions for PEDs that have been handed out to the likes of Brock Lesnar, Jon Jones, and Cris Cyborg. There's also more MMA talk to be had, and Kyle tells us about his recent run in with Chael Sonnen and Gilbert Melendez, you don't wanna miss that! Matt and Joe also break down the final two weeks of the NFL's regular season, preview the NFL Wildcard matchups, and discuss the slew of head coaching positions that have opened up as the regular season comes to an end. As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

01-06
01:04:28

Deep Sports Podcast 001: NFL Week 15 and the Mighty Ducks Roster Composition

Matt Barnes, co-host of The Deep Six Podcast, is joined by Steven Spevak, and newcomer to the Deep Six Podcast family, Kyle Hahn on the very first edition of the Deep Sports Podcast!  On this premiere episode, we begin by covering all the action to come out of the NFL's Week 15 matchups and give you a sneak peek at our end of season predictions.  But it's not all about football as Matt and Kyle also get into it about some of the NHL's hottest entities through the month of December, and briefly discuss MLB's Hot Stove and Hall of Fame voting process.  On top of all that, there's some unsolicited shots at the movie D2: The Mighty Ducks. As always, you can keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast through social media on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, or on our website DeepSixPodcast.com! Be sure to also subscribe to the show through either iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, or Podbean! If you enjoy listening to the Deep Sports Podcast, please be sure to leave us a rating and a review through the podcast provider of your choice! You can also rate and review the show over on the episodes page of our website, as well as on our Facebook page! Full show notes for this episode, as well as links to find out more information on the topics discussed, can be found over on www.DeepSixPodcast.com. *The Deep Sports Podcast is a production of the Deep Six Podcast.

12-23
01:11:52

Deep Sports Podcast 005: Christian Yelich Tonya Harding'd himself & NFL Week 1 Recap

Don't adjust your dials - or your ears - we are back after a brief vacation! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes to recap week 1 of the 2019 NFL Season! Week 1 action saw the fantastic season debuts of Lamar Jackson and Kyler Murray, stumbles from the Steelers, Browns, and Redkins, and potential disasters ahead for the Jets and Dolphins. MLB action also took a front seat this past week as NL MVP candidate Christian Yelich broke his kneecap and gave the Brewers playoff chances a setback, the Dodgers became the first team to clinch a playoff spot, and the Red Sox made a front office change. The boys also briefly discuss the California Fair Pay for Play ruling that could have sweeping impact on the futures of NCAA Student Athletes. Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show! And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

09-14
01:19:45

Deep Sports Podcast 004: Out of Luck

We know you're sad, so are we, but we'll get through this together. Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes with instant reaction to the retirement of Andrew Luck and the beginning of the Jake Johnson era of the Deep Sports Podcast. Hard Knocks takes a back seat at the front of the show this week as the boys look into the latest surrounding the retirement of Indianapolis Colts Quarterback Andrew Luck and some of the reactions and horrible takes surrounding it. Following Luck talk, Hard Knocks takes center stage, followed by some brief NFL news and notes. The crew also takes a look at Mel Kiper's first big board of the year, the early season NCAA College Football Rankings, some soccer news and notes while watching El Traffico, and WTF Files featuring Millenial Meltdown, Fantasy Premier League, and more! Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show! And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-26
01:39:35

Deep Sports Podcast 003: The Autumn Wind is Antonio Brown's Feet

The only thing colder than Antonio Brown's feet are the freezing cold takes you're about to hear! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes for episode 3 of the Deep Tom Holland Era. Hard Knocks rages on the boys cover the HBO doc series with great interest as the story of Antonio Brown's feet and helmet continue to dominate the attention. When the focus isn't on Brown, a quartback battle emerges behind starter Derek Carr and the boys keep you posted on where they see this situation headed. After a ride through Training Camp with the Raiders the boys move on to some NFL news and notes including an update on the Kenny Stills-Stephen Ross beef, Andrew Luck's dubious injury history, and a tribute to Darryl Drake. The boys also discuss the "Rich Paul Rule," the Phillies coaching change, and present a new game show segment to close out the show. Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show! And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-16
01:29:27

Deep Sports Podcast 002: Hard Knocks with the Deep Sports Podcast

If you build the podcast, they will come! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes and the boys are back with episode 2 of the Tom Holland era of the show. It's the greatest time of the year to be a football fan! This week NFL Preseason action kicked off and the boys give you their quick takes on the first action of the year. And, of course, who could forget; HARD KNOCKS! That's right, the first episode of HBO's Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Oakland Raiders was this past Tuesday and we give you a deep dive on all the highlights from the season opener. The boys end NFL talk with a look at the story of real life longshot Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi, a quick look at the Ben Simmons Australian casino situation, and a love affair with MLB's recently revealed trip to Iowa for next summer's Field of Dreams game between the Yankees and White Sox. Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show! And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-10
01:14:39

Deep Sports Podcast 001: The Boys Are Back in Town!

The boys are back in town! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes and the boys are set to launch the Tom Holland era of the Deep Sports Podcast. This time, they are here to stay or your money back (...please give us money)! What else would be on the return episode? If you said pre NFL preseason news and notes you'd be right! The gang deep dive on the Mike Thomas extension with the Saints, AJ Green's training camp injury, Von Miller's newest honor, and James Harrison potentially teasing an NFL return! The boys follow up the NFL action with a brief visit to the MLB bench clearing brawl between the Reds and Pirates, some quick takes on the trade deadline, and finally discuss the hotly debated LeBron show at Bronny's AAU Championship. And, of course, the return episode wouldn't be complete without discussing our deep love for Sixers favorite Mike Scott. Deep Sports is in the Hive! Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show! And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-02
01:19:48

Deep Sports Podcast 009: Hue Jackson is a Choad

Warm up those ears and tuck the kids into bed early, The Deep Sports Podcast is back for episode 3 (or 9, whatever)! We told you we were back to stay so get yourselves ready for sports talk and life lessons you'd be lucky to pay for! Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with Joey Barnes and the boys are ready to throw the ball around the deep topics of the week.   Tis the season and football talk dominates part of the show again this week! The boys give an update on the official CFL team of the show, the Montreal Als (this is OUR team) and their injured QB Johnny Manziel. What football talk wouldn't be complete this time of year though without a little Hard Knocks discussion? The boys do a deep dive on the latest episode of the HBO Docu-series and discuss Hue Jackson's job security and the Baker Mayfield Beard Watch, amongst other pressing topics. Hutch Hutchinson was also sent out on assignment again, this time to cover the alleged inappropriate actions of Jimbo Fisher and the Texas A&M coaching staff! The show finishes with an update on Matt and Joe's Fantasy British Premier League season and Hutch's obsession with NFL Backup QB Chase Daniel!   Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show!   And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-24
02:20:11

Deep Sports Podcast 008: Jalen Ramsey: Edge of Insanity

Don't adjust your dials, the Deep Sports Podcast is back for episode 2! We're going nowhere, get used to it, and get ready for more sports talk than your earholes can handle. Your hosts, Matt Barnes and Andrew Hutchinson, are back with return special guest, Joey Barnes, for the second go around for the boys.     If you thought last week set the tone with football talk, get ready for round 2! The boys start with a special update on the official Canadian Football League team of the Deep Sports Podcast, the Montreal Allouettes, and their new QB, Johnny Manziel, and run right into a deep dive of week 1 of the NFL Preseason. Covering football this week wouldn't be complete without a full report on the insanity of Jalen Ramsey and the boys tackle that as well. Hutch Hutchinson was also out on assignment again this week and covered the player death scandal at the University of Maryland. The boys finish off the show with a little Fantasy British Premier League soccer talk and discuss Little League World Series phenom, "Big Al," Alfred Delia.     Want to keep up with the Deep Sports Podcast? Subscribe to the show through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podbean, or wherever you listen to your favorite sports podcasts. And, if you're already subscribed, why not leave us a rating and a review and tell your friends about the show!     And, of course, connect with the Deep Sports Podcast on Facebook, Twitter (@DeepSportsPod), and Instagram!

08-21
02:30:25

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