Sal Licata

Laura Rutledge, ESPN host and reporter known for her work on NFL Live and SEC Nation, shares the challenges of balancing her busy schedule during football season. She recounts hilarious moments, such as her viral sideline sprint and a surprise play-by-play by Chris Berman. Rutledge discusses her approach to high-pressure halftime interviews and her memorable exchange with John Calipari. SNY's Sal Licata joins later to chat about their holidays, NFL playoffs, and TV recommendations.

Sal Licata, a lively sports media personality and regular contributor, joins the conversation with tales from a memorable Alex Rodriguez Christmas party. They discuss the future of CBS's football commentators, including Jim Nantz and Tony Romo, and debate whether NFL kickoff times should standardize. Sal shares favorite childhood sports memories and thoughts on the best David Letterman guests. The duo also tackles holiday shopping woes and the amusing realities of modern consumer experiences, all while sharing their favorite food picks.

Joe Buck, a veteran sportscaster and voice of Monday Night Football, shares insights on the upcoming Super Bowl, discusses the dynamics with Troy Aikman, and his emotional reaction to winning the Ford C. Frick Award. Sal Licata, SNY TV personality, reflects on his departure from WFAN and critiques the current sports media landscape. They also chat about an exciting NFL Sunday and holiday plans, while enjoying some laughs over Sal's invite to A-Rod's holiday party. It's a lively mix of sports and personal anecdotes!

Ian Eagle, a seasoned broadcaster for CBS Sports, teams up with J.J. Watt, a former NFL star turned analyst, to discuss their transition into the broadcasting booth. J.J. shares challenges of calling games live, especially when covering his brother, T.J. Watt. Ian praises J.J.'s curiosity and preparedness. They also delve into balancing analysis with humor and their unique booth quirks, including J.J.'s 'hangry' moments before games. Later, Sal Licata joins to tackle NFL news, Christmas trees, and Philip Rivers' surprising return.

Rece Davis, a veteran sports broadcaster and host of College GameDay, reflects on his 30-year journey at ESPN, recalling his early days on ESPN2 and his iconic tenure on SportsCenter. He shares the challenges of replacing Chris Fowler and his favorite moments with Lee Corso. Discussion includes ESPN's alleged SEC bias, his thoughts on Lane Kiffin's exit, and innovative ideas for the college football playoff. Sal Licata from WFAN joins next, discussing his WFAN status, Thanksgiving bets gone wrong, and the latest trends in sports podcasts.