Diante Lee

Ben, Van Lathan, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz discuss the return of EA's college football game, sharing nostalgia for the 'NCAA Football' series and impressions of the new game. They debate the best sport for video games, explore the challenges in sports gaming, and reveal their top five favorite sports games.

Mina Kimes from ESPN, along with Steven Ruiz and Diante Lee from The Ringer, dive into the intriguing trade between the Steelers and Dolphins involving Jalen Ramsey and Minkah Fitzpatrick. They discuss the potential fallout and contract dilemmas for stars like Micah Parsons, assessing team impacts and strategies. The conversation shifts to a nostalgic ranking of their top 10 football movies and TV shows, sharing humorous insights and personal anecdotes, from timeless classics to modern portrayals, offering a fresh take on football's cultural footprint.

Diante Lee, a writer at The Ringer, joins to discuss exciting defensive players set to break out in the upcoming NFL season. They shine a light on rising stars like Daiyan Henley and Edgerrin Cooper, analyzing their potential for drastic improvement and Pro Bowl recognition. Lee emphasizes the importance of versatility among defenders and shares insights on how teams can leverage emerging talent for strategic advantages. The conversation is peppered with comparisons to past legends, making it a must-listen for football enthusiasts.

Nora, Steven, and Diante share bold predictions for the 2024 NFL season, discussing MVP candidates, teams under pressure to win, offensive strategies, and outrageous scenarios for the upcoming season.

Austin Gayle and Diante Lee discuss tough conversations with Super Bowl contenders like Niners, Dolphins, Bengals, Lions, Eagles, and Cowboys, focusing on roster issues, coaching situations, and quarterback dynamics. They categorize teams into relationship stages, analyze strategic planning, examine quarterback health concerns, and evaluate team dynamics and key player importance for success.