Hour 2: QB Rankings
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The show begins with a discussion about ESPN's top 10 quarterback list, where the hosts express their disagreements with the rankings. They particularly criticize the placement of Aaron Rodgers at number 8, arguing that he should be lower due to his age and recent performance. They also believe that Lamar Jackson should be on the list. The conversation then shifts to Baker Mayfield's career, with the hosts debating whether he has been disrespected and underappreciated. They highlight his accomplishments and argue that he has been unfairly labeled a bust. The show then moves on to discuss Kawhi Leonard's absence from the USA basketball team, with the hosts expressing their disappointment with the decision. They believe that Leonard should have been given more time to recover from his injury. The hosts also discuss Jalen Brown's claims that Nike influenced the decision to leave him off the team, with one host arguing that while shoe deals have influenced team selections in the past, it wasn't a key factor in this case. The show concludes with a segment on Brandon Ayyuk's contract situation with the 49ers, with the hosts debating whether he is essential to the team's success. They also critique ESPN's top athletes list since 2000, expressing their disagreement with the rankings of Connor McDavid, Chris Paul, Shohei Otani, and Aaron Rodgers.
Outlines
ESPN's Top 10 Quarterbacks
This Chapter discusses ESPN's top 10 quarterback list, with the hosts expressing their disagreements with the rankings. They particularly criticize the placement of Aaron Rodgers at number 8, arguing that he should be lower due to his age and recent performance. They also believe that Lamar Jackson should be on the list.
Baker Mayfield's Career
This Chapter delves into a debate about Baker Mayfield's career, with the hosts discussing whether he has been disrespected and underappreciated. They highlight his accomplishments and argue that he has been unfairly labeled a bust.
Kawhi Leonard's Absence from USA Basketball
This Chapter focuses on Kawhi Leonard's absence from the USA basketball team, with the hosts expressing their disappointment with the decision. They believe that Leonard should have been given more time to recover from his injury. The hosts also discuss Jalen Brown's claims that Nike influenced the decision to leave him off the team, with one host arguing that while shoe deals have influenced team selections in the past, it wasn't a key factor in this case.
Brandon Ayyuk's Contract Situation
This Chapter centers on Brandon Ayyuk's contract situation with the 49ers, with the hosts debating whether he is essential to the team's success. They also discuss the importance of blocking wide receivers in the NFL.
ESPN's Top Athletes List
This Chapter critiques ESPN's top athletes list since 2000, expressing the hosts' disagreement with the rankings of Connor McDavid, Chris Paul, Shohei Otani, and Aaron Rodgers. They argue that the list is flawed and that the rankings are not accurate.
Keywords
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Lavon Mahomes II is an American professional football quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). He is widely considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, known for his exceptional arm talent, playmaking ability, and leadership. He has won two Super Bowl championships, two NFL Most Valuable Player Awards, and a Super Bowl MVP Award. He is also a four-time Pro Bowler and a two-time First-team All-Pro.
Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Charles Rodgers is an American professional football quarterback for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He is a four-time NFL Most Valuable Player Award winner, a Super Bowl champion, and a Super Bowl MVP Award winner. He is known for his exceptional accuracy, arm strength, and intelligence. He is also a ten-time Pro Bowler and a ten-time First-team All-Pro.
Lamar Jackson
Lamar DeWayne Jackson Jr. is an American professional football quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He is a former NFL Most Valuable Player Award winner and a Pro Bowler. He is known for his exceptional athleticism, speed, and ability to make plays both inside and outside the pocket. He is also a threat as a runner, having rushed for over 1,000 yards in multiple seasons.
Baker Mayfield
Baker Mayfield is an American professional football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). He is a former number one overall draft pick and a Heisman Trophy winner. He is known for his competitive spirit, toughness, and ability to make plays under pressure. He has played for several teams in his career, including the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers, and Los Angeles Rams.
Kawhi Leonard
Kawhi Leonard is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a two-time NBA champion, a two-time NBA Finals MVP Award winner, and a Defensive Player of the Year Award winner. He is known for his exceptional defensive skills, scoring ability, and clutch play. He is also a five-time All-NBA Team selection and a five-time All-Defensive Team selection.
Jalen Brown
Jalen Martin Brown is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a two-time NBA All-Star and a two-time All-NBA Team selection. He is known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and defensive skills. He is also a former McDonald's All-American and a former NBA Rookie of the Year Award finalist.
Brandon Ayyuk
Brandon Aiyuk is an American professional football wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He is a former first-round draft pick and a Pro Bowler. He is known for his speed, route-running ability, and blocking skills. He is also a threat as a returner.
Connor McDavid
Connor McDavid is a Canadian professional ice hockey center for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League (NHL). He is a four-time Art Ross Trophy winner, a three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner, and a two-time Ted Lindsay Award winner. He is widely considered one of the greatest hockey players of all time, known for his exceptional speed, agility, and puck-handling skills. He is also a four-time First-team All-Star and a four-time NHL All-Star.
Chris Paul
Christopher Emmanuel Paul is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a twelve-time NBA All-Star, a ten-time All-NBA Team selection, and a nine-time All-Defensive Team selection. He is known for his exceptional ball-handling skills, passing ability, and defensive prowess. He is also a former NBA Rookie of the Year Award winner and a former NBA Assists Leader.
Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is a Japanese professional baseball player for the Los Angeles Angels of Major League Baseball (MLB). He is a two-way player, meaning he both pitches and hits. He is the first player in MLB history to be selected to the All-Star Game as both a pitcher and a hitter in the same season. He is known for his exceptional pitching and hitting abilities, and he is considered one of the most unique and talented players in baseball history.
Q&A
What are the hosts' main disagreements with ESPN's top 10 quarterback list?
The hosts disagree with the placement of Aaron Rodgers at number 8, arguing that he should be lower due to his age and recent performance. They also believe that Lamar Jackson should be on the list.
What are the hosts' arguments for Baker Mayfield being disrespected?
The hosts argue that Baker Mayfield has been unfairly labeled a bust, highlighting his accomplishments and pointing out that he has been a productive quarterback when healthy. They believe that he has been disrespected due to his high draft position and the expectations that came with it.
Why are the hosts disappointed with Kawhi Leonard's absence from the USA basketball team?
The hosts believe that Leonard should have been given more time to recover from his injury and that the decision to send him home was premature. They argue that Leonard's health is always a question, but his greatness is not.
What is Jalen Brown's claim about Nike's influence on the USA basketball team selection?
Jalen Brown claims that Nike influenced the decision to leave him off the team, suggesting that shoe deals have played a role in team selections in the past. The hosts acknowledge that this has happened in the past, but they believe that it wasn't a key factor in this particular case.
Why do the hosts believe that Brandon Ayyuk is essential to the 49ers' success?
The hosts believe that Ayyuk is a valuable asset to the 49ers due to his versatility, blocking skills, and ability to make plays over the middle of the field. They argue that his absence would significantly weaken the team's offense.
What are the hosts' main criticisms of ESPN's top athletes list since 2000?
The hosts criticize the list for its rankings of Connor McDavid, Chris Paul, Shohei Otani, and Aaron Rodgers. They argue that the rankings are inaccurate and that the list is flawed. They also express their frustration with the inclusion of too many European soccer players on the list.
Show Notes
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo is joined by Dan Orlovsky and Booger McFarland react to ESPN's Top 10 QBs list. They also debate who got snubbed. Next, they discuss if Baker Mayfield has been disrespected by critics. Brian Windhorst joins the show to discuss Clippers’ President Lawrence Frank's comments on Kawhi Leonard being replaced on Team USA. We welcome back Dan Orlovsky to the show to debate if the 49ers need Brandon Aiyuk to stay atop of the NFC. Lastly, the crew discusses the Best Athletes of the 21st Century list.
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