PG GOAT?, James Harden Antics & Special Guest Bomani Jones
Aug 22, 2023
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Special guest Bomani Jones joins Nick to discuss Steph Curry's claim as the greatest point guard of all time, the impact of James Harden's antics on his legacy, and the potential of Anthony Edwards. They also touch on Aaron Rodgers playing in the preseason, Shanahan's struggles with developing Trey Lance, and answer listener questions.
The mismanagement of Trey Lance's situation by the San Francisco 49ers showcases a lack of support and game action to develop him as a quarterback.
Investing in a young and talented running back like Jonathan Taylor could provide stability and support for a rookie quarterback, creating a cohesive offensive foundation.
Deep dives
Jonathan Taylor's trade situation in the NFL
The Indianapolis Colts have allowed running back Jonathan Taylor to seek a trade, setting a high asking price of a first-round pick. However, finding a team willing to meet that demand may be challenging. The Colts' decision to permit Taylor to explore potential trades suggests they don't consider him a prime asset, yet they expect a premium return in return for him. It highlights the delicate balance in valuing running backs, especially for teams with a rookie quarterback, such as the Colts. Investing in a young and talented running back like Taylor could provide stability and support for the developing quarterback, creating a cohesive offensive foundation. Taylor's performance has been outstanding, and his dissatisfaction with the team's handling of his contract situation adds an additional layer of complexity. While acquiring Taylor may not require a new contract immediately, any potential trade partner would need to consider his future salary demands. Overall, the Colts face a challenging decision regarding Jonathan Taylor's future, and potential suitors must weigh the value of his talent against the cost of acquiring him.
The Mismanagement of Trey Lance's Situation
The podcast episode discusses the mismanagement of Trey Lance's situation by the San Francisco 49ers. Despite trading three first-round picks for Lance, the team has not given him enough opportunities to showcase his skills. Lance has only started four games, with one game cut short due to a leg injury. The podcast argues that the 49ers' decision to bench Lance and promote Brock Purdy, who is coming off a Tommy John surgery, as the unquestioned starter is indefensible. The podcast also criticizes the lack of investment from the team to make the trade for Lance work, as they have not provided him with the necessary support or game action to develop as a quarterback.
The High Ceiling of Caleb Williams
The podcast highlights the impressive skills and potential of college quarterback Caleb Williams. Williams, who plays for USC, is described as having a high ceiling and is compared to Patrick Mahomes. The hosts discuss his standout performance in the Red River Shootout game when he led his team to a comeback victory after coming off the bench. They believe Williams has the potential to win back-to-back Heisman Trophies and could be the number one overall pick in the NFL draft. The podcast emphasizes USC's need to support Williams and mentions that his success in the NFL would likely depend on his teammates and coaching.
On today’s episode, Nick is joined by special guest Bomani Jones to discuss Steph saying he’s the greatest point guard of all time, determine how much James Harden’s antics will impact his legacy, and decides if Anthony Edwards is the next NBA superstar. Then, Nick discusses Aaron Rodgers playing in this week’s preseason game and why Shanahan hasn’t been able to develop Trey Lance. Lastly, Nick & Bomani answer your questions.