The FAN Checkdown

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett reconvene for an offseason edition of the FAN Checkdown in the wake of the 2025 NFL Draft! They get into the biggest stories, including Shedeur Sanders' draft night fall overtaking the no. 1 pick himself in Cam Ward. In Tennessee, what does success look like for Ward in his rookie season? They also get into the Jaguars trading up for Travis Hunter - will he be used the 'right' way, knowing his abilities as a two-way player? Plus, they discuss Bills GM Brandon Beane calling into a Buffalo radio station to discuss his stewardship of the team, and Bill Belichick taking on CBS in a dispute. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli kicks off the season finale of The FAN Checkdown alongside Bob Harris of the Football Guys and Sirius XM Fantasy Sports Radio. The pair start off discussing the New York Jets parting ways with Aaron Rodgers, what's next for the veteran quarterback, potential landing spots for Davante Adams, and Puka Nacua's future in Los Angeles. Bob also looks into how the fantasy value of top running backs, wide receivers, and signal callers are trending ahead of next season. Later, NFL Draft Analyst Russell Brown (25:00) stops by preview the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine and share some names to watch ahead of draft day.Thanks for listening - see you next season!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli kicks off the penultimate edition of The FAN Checkdown alongside Andy McNamara, host of The Sick Podcast and betting host for Woodbine Entertainment. The pair start by looking back on Super Bowl LIX to discuss the "return of the running back" and if more teams will follow the Eagles' blueprint with Saquon Barkley. Andy then dives into the latest offseason stories including potential destinations for Myles Garrett, Cooper Kupp and Deebo Samuel, along with the Steelers' reported interest in Trevor Lawrence. Finally, the duo take a spin on the quarterback carousel to find some landing spots for Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins, Daniel Jones, Justin Fields and Jameis Winston. Later, Eric Edholm of NFL.com (35:51) checks in ahead of the NFL Scouting Combine to share what teams look for during the events, the potential "generational talents" within the 2025 class, and the top quarterbacks on the board. Sho wraps up with thoughts on the hefty payday James Cook is seeking following his comments on Instagram Live. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli opens this edition of The FAN Checkdown alongside Adam Rank, NFL Network analyst and host of The Sick Podcast. The pair chat about where Super Bowl LIX ranks in terms of excitement, how the victory impacts Jalen Hurts' standing around the NFL, and the road for Patrick Mahomes to rebound in the GOAT conversation. Adam and Sho wrap up with their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's performance at the halftime show, along with who should take the stage at next year's Super Bowl. Later, Producer Mark Boffo sorts through the latest news from around the NFL including Deebo Samuel's trade request and the Jets' parting ways with Aaron Rodgers (31:35). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett reflect on Super Bowl LIX, discussing Jalen Hurts' place among Eagles greats, Philly’s most beloved coach between Andy Reid, Doug Pederson, and Nick Sirianni, and whether the Eagles' defence will be remembered among the NFL’s all-time best. Then, they share their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's halftime show and who they would like to see perform at the big game next. Later, the Score's Brenden Deeg (33:58) outlines the Eagles' path back to the Super Bowl after their previous win in 2018 and which UFAs they will prioritize in the offseason.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett look back on the Philadelphia Eagles' 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. They start with the winners' POV and get into the Eagles' dominant pass rush, Howie Roseman's roster construction record, Nick Sirianni's standing among the NFL's elite head coaches and the evolution of Jalen Hurts. Then, they discuss what comes next for the Chiefs following Patrick Mahomes' career-worst game, including potentially moving on from OC Matt Nagy and dedicating a larger focus toward bolstering the offensive line. Finally, they discuss Travis Kelce's NFL future and how this game hurts Mahomes' case in the GOAT conversation.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli kicks off the final pre-Super Bowl episode of The FAN Checkdown putting together a list of the best bets for the big game with some help from his friends! Arash Madani, Tim Micallef, George Rusic, Todd Fuhrman, Donnovan Bennett, Daniele Franceschi and Mark Boffo all stop by to share their picks ahead of Sunday's clash between the Chiefs and Eagles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett chat with two-time Coach of the Year Ron Rivera (1:58), on the heels of his new job announcement: GM of the Cal-Berkeley Golden Bears. He discusses the new gig, and gets into Super Bowl prep week as someone who has been there before. Afterwards, they bring on KiSS 92.5's Shem (21:52), who previews the Super Bowl Halftime Show with Kendrick Lamar as the featured performer - will the rap beef with Drake spill over to New Orleans, and even if that happens, does the average person care? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off with a discussion about what a Super Bowl win would mean for Jalen Hurts from a legacy perspective and his reception in Philly. Joining the conversation from Radio Row in New Orleans, NFL Network's Adam Rank (6:13) shares his thoughts on the players with the most to gain from a title before looking at the ideal landing spots for on-the-move superstars Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp. Later, former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff (31:37) reflects on his roots in the CFL and scouting, the importance of cap creativity in the modern NFL, the different roster construction philosophies of the Chiefs and Eagles and the viability of a Canadian NFL expansion team.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off this episode of The FAN Checkdown with thoughts on Cooper Kupp and the Los Angeles Rams parting ways. Lindsay Rhodes, host of the Sūmer Sports Show and Fantasy Dirt, joins the program to chat about Myles Garrett's trade request and his potential suitors around the NFL, before reflecting on the impact of Saquon Barkley's move to Philadelphia. Lindsay also offers her take on who has the most to gain heading into Super Bowl LIX, the coaching battle on display this weekend, and who will emerge with the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Amy Trask, former Raiders CEO and current CBS Sports analyst, hops aboard to share her expertise on getting a team prepared for the big game, the human aspect of trading players, and how to identify the right coach for the job. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett discuss the NBA's massive trade that sent Mavericks star Luka Dončić to the Lakers - what were their reactions, and is there an NFL equivalent? Afterwards, they discuss the idea of legacy at the Super Bowl - who is going to be the recipient of the biggest legacy boost with a win? They debate the cases for all the principal players, including Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid, Steve Spagnuolo, Saquon Barkley, and Jalen Hurts. Afterwards, longtime NFL agent Leigh Steinberg (31:46) stops by, as he sets up Super Bowl week in New Orleans, and discusses both his famed party the day before the big game, and his recent work with his foundation in creating awareness around concussions across sports. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Mark Boffo wrap up this week on The FAN Checkdown sorting through the coaching changes in Jacksonville. After Tampa Bay's Liam Coen move across Florida earlier in the week, the pair discuss why the Buccaneers have since blocked the Jaguars from interviewing with any more of their staff. James Palmer of Underdog Fantasy and Bleacher Report joins the conversation to share which head coaching hire intrigues him the most, the most appealing opening still available, and what's next for Doug Pederson. James and Sho also get into who has the pass-catching edge heading into Super Bowl LIX, how the Chiefs have integrated their new receivers into the offence, and Travis Kelce's standing among the best tight ends of all-time. Later, Joe Osbourne of Covers.com drops in for some betting insight ahead of next week's title matchup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli kicks off with Fantasy Football host Andy McNamara (1:45) for a conversation about the perception of the Chiefs around the NFL. Then, they weigh in on potential flaws of the Eagles' run-heavy offence, project the Titans' direction with the first overall pick and evaluate the QBs at the top of this year's draft. Later, ESPN columnist Kalyn Kahler (29:14) joins the show to discuss how a circle of agents and advisors influence coaching searches around the league, and why it disproportionately affects minority coaching candidates.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli welcomes NFL Network insider Adam Rank (1:23) in to revisit where the Chiefs' dynasty ranks among other regimes in and outside the NFL. Then they discuss differences between Brady's Patriots and Mahomes's Chiefs, Super Bowl expectations for Jalen Hurts and why the Saints' head coach opening has remained unfilled. Later, Bills reporter with The Athletic, Tim Graham (34:17), delves into what comes next for Buffalo after another playoff exit at the hands of the Chiefs. Finally, Sho and producer Mark Boffo answer listener questions on the text line.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli is solo this week with Donnovan Bennett away, and he starts with ESPN's Laura Rutledge (1:02) to review storylines from Conference Championship weekend. They discuss where the Chiefs' dynasty ranks among other historic teams, the Eagles' passing game getting back on track, the next steps for the upstart Commanders and much more. Then, Sho and producer Mark Boffo look ahead to this week's Pro Bowl events before discussing officiating in the Chiefs/Bills game and putting the Mahomes-era Chiefs' dominance in perspective. Finally, Sho and Mark react to Jerry Jones comments after naming Brian Schottenheimer as Cowboys head coach.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett look back at a busy weekend of football, which ended with both the Chiefs and Eagles getting set for a rematch in Super Bowl LIX. They begin with another Chiefs victory over the Bills - how much did 'ref talk' impact this game when it came to a fourth down that wasn't, and an Xavier Worthy catch that was? What's next for Josh Allen and the Bills? Afterwards, they discuss the Eagles pummeling the Commanders - how much better was Jalen Hurts through the air, and is the future still bright for Jayden Daniels despite a dismal loss? Plus, Donnovan reacts to his beloved Cowboys appointing Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett start with coaching news as the Jaguars lure Liam Coen away from Tampa, the Raiders hire Pete Carroll and the Texans fire one-time head coaching candidate OC Bobby Slowik. Radio voice of the Commanders Bram Weinstein (15:21) helps preview Washington's NFC Championship matchup against the Eagles and reflects on the team's Cinderella run spurred by Jayden Daniels and new ownership. Later, SI Chiefs reporter Joshua Brisco (30:39) looks at what lessons KC can take away from their regular season loss to the Bills ahead of the AFC Championship rematch, Travis Kelce's potential last dance and how Steve Spagnola's defense can find answers for Josh Allen.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off by discussing the Jaguars' decision to fire GM Trent Baalke after missing out on the first wave of head coaching hires. Then, they discuss Titans president Chad Brinker's comments on 'generational talent' in the draft and whether he's hinting at selecting Travis Hunter or someone else. Then they debate who in the NFL can currently be defined as 'generational.' Later, Bills reporter Greg Tompsett (33:41) shares how Josh Allen and co. are approaching their AFC Championship matchup against Mahomes and the Chiefs, and how this postseason's rendition of the 'Arrowhead Invitational' differs from previous years.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett react to the Jets hiring former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn as head coach before welcoming in NFL Network insider Adam Rank (3:12) for his weekly appearance. He discusses how the Lions will look next season with two new coordinators, the Bears' outlook under Ben Johnson, where Jayden Daniels's rookie campaign ranks among the best in NFL history and much more. Later, Eagles analyst Anthony Gargano (28:00) discusses concerns for Philly's passing attack under Jalen Hurts, Jalen Carter poised for a big game against a shorthanded Commanders O-line and why Nick Sirianni doesn't get the credit he deserves. Finally, Sho and Donnovan weigh in on Bucs committing to OC Liam Coen, the Raiders hiring John Spytek as GM and the best NFL landing spot for Deion Sanders.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett start by reacting to the Chicago Bears hiring former Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach. They discuss Johnson's fit in Chicago and the fallout around the league's coaching searches now that the first big domino has fallen. Then, they chat about Jaylen Daniels' postseason run and where he ranks among the all-time rookie QBs ahead of the Commanders' NFC Championship matchup against the Eagles. Later, they share their ideal Super Bowl matchups before evaluating Tom Brady's season in the booth. Finally, they discuss the controversial officiating in Texans/Chiefs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.