The Tony Kornheiser Show “Thank you Mr. Sherman”
Jan 7, 2026
Chuck Todd, a political journalist and NBC/MSNBC correspondent, shares his latest football picks, analyzing the playoff landscape and team contenders. He humorously debates with Tony about matchups, including the Rams and Packers. Meanwhile, Greg Cote, a sports columnist, discusses the Miami Hurricanes' impressive playoff run and the coaching situation surrounding the Dolphins, especially Mike McDaniel's future. He highlights Mario Cristobal's recruiting successes and the implications of Tua's situation on Miami's quarterback future. A lively exchange with sports insights!
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Live TV Panic Over Harbaugh Firing
- Tony describes scrambling to redo PTI live after John Harbaugh was fired and the adrenaline spike that came with it.
- He was stunned by the firing and felt coordinators should have been replaced instead of Harbaugh.
Sherman Oil Pre-Buy Dispute Resolved
- Tony recounts years of dealing with Sherman Oil and a missed pre-buy notice that led to a billing dispute.
- A manager later offered a middle-ground pre-buy rate and Tony wrote a check, calling it a fair compromise.
Playoff Football Upsets Regular-Season Logic
- Chuck Todd observes playoff football is a different level where many road teams can win unpredictably.
- He notes large spreads can flatten in playoff context and momentum matters more than regular-season form.
