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The podcast begins with a discussion about the excitement surrounding the upcoming college football season, particularly the game between Florida and Miami. Mike Ryan, a passionate fan of the University of Miami, expresses his nervousness about the game. The podcast is sponsored by DraftKings, a sports betting platform, and Miller Light, a long-time partner of the show. Mike Ryan reveals his obsession with a college football league he's been playing, particularly the game of the century that occurred last week. He's excited about an upcoming game and the potential for a big win. The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Marvin Harrison Jr.'s jersey, which is not being sold by Fanatics due to a lawsuit with Harrison Jr. and his father. The hosts express their frustration with Fanatics' monopoly on sports merchandise and the decline in quality. They also discuss concerns about Harrison Jr.'s father, who has a reputation for being tough and unapproachable. The hosts continue to criticize Fanatics' monopoly on sports merchandise, arguing that it's unfair to consumers and stifles creativity. They discuss the workarounds that fans are using to get Marvin Harrison Jr. jerseys, such as buying jerseys with his number and a slightly different name.

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00:00:42

College Football Season and Fanatics Monopoly

The podcast begins with a discussion about the excitement surrounding the upcoming college football season, particularly the game between Florida and Miami. Mike Ryan, a passionate fan of the University of Miami, expresses his nervousness about the game. The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Marvin Harrison Jr.'s jersey, which is not being sold by Fanatics due to a lawsuit with Harrison Jr. and his father. The hosts express their frustration with Fanatics' monopoly on sports merchandise and the decline in quality.

00:00:57

College Football League Obsession and Concerns about Harrison Jr.'s Father

Mike Ryan reveals his obsession with a college football league he's been playing, particularly the game of the century that occurred last week. He's excited about an upcoming game and the potential for a big win. The hosts discuss concerns about Harrison Jr.'s father, who has a reputation for being tough and unapproachable.

00:01:55

The Game of the Century in Gainesville

Mike Ryan is heading to Gainesville for the "game of the century" between Florida and Miami. He discusses his expectations for the game and his nervousness about Miami's tendency to miss opportunities.

00:02:36

Expectations and Nervousness

The hosts discuss the impact of expectations on Mike Ryan's approach to the game. He acknowledges his nervousness and the importance of managing expectations, especially given Miami's history of underperforming.

00:37:57

Fanatics' Monopoly and the Future of Sports Merchandise

The hosts continue to criticize Fanatics' monopoly on sports merchandise, arguing that it's unfair to consumers and stifles creativity. They discuss the workarounds that fans are using to get Marvin Harrison Jr. jerseys, such as buying jerseys with his number and a slightly different name.

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Q&A

• What is the controversy surrounding Marvin Harrison Jr.'s jersey?

  Fanatics, the company that has a monopoly on sports merchandise, is currently embroiled in a lawsuit with Marvin Harrison Jr. and his father, preventing the sale of his jersey.

• What are the hosts' concerns about Fanatics' monopoly on sports merchandise?

  The hosts believe that Fanatics' monopoly is unfair to consumers and stifles creativity in the industry. They are concerned about the decline in quality and the lack of options for fans.

• What is the "game of the century" that Mike Ryan is referring to?

  The game of the century is the upcoming college football game between Florida and Miami.

• What is Mike Ryan's approach to managing expectations for the upcoming game?

  Mike Ryan is trying to manage his expectations for the game, acknowledging Miami's history of underperforming and the potential for disappointment.

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