First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
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Dec 5, 2025 • 47min

Hour 1: Biggest Reason For Cowboys Loss?

First Take begins with Stephen A. roasting George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys! (0:00) Then, Micah Parsons sees the Bears disrespect. Will he raise them a couple sacks? (22:50) Next, LeBron's 10 point streak ended after 19 years, but his unselfish play earned the Lakers a win. Stephen A. has thoughts on the King's play style. (40:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2025 • 46min

Hour 2: Will Cowboys Make Playoffs?

First Take resumes with DanO questioning if the Cowboys really have what it takes to make the playoffs. (0:00) Then, Definitive Dan thinks we're all overreacting to Jaxson Dart's play style, and tells us to watch out for the Dolphins! (9:20) Then, are you higher on the Bears offense or Packers defense? (19:00) Finally, which offense will ball out more this week: Burrow and the Bengals or Allen and the Bills? (31:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2025 • 49min

Hour 1: Is Lions vs. Cowboys a Perception Changing Game?

First Take begins with Mina Kimes in studio! Mina, Dan and RC get after Stephen A. for his waffling Lions vs Cowboys pick! (0:00) Then, Brian Windhorst gives us the latest Giannis trade speculation and more on CP3's shocking dismissal from the Clippers. (16:40) Next, RC gives some perspective on James Harrison's comments about their former head coach Mike Tomlin. (42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 3, 2025 • 47min

Hour 2: Scariest NFL Team?

First Take resumes with the scariest NFL teams. Hear the team Mad Dog thinks no one wants to see in the playoffs! (0:00) Then, the crew asks if the Bears are real contenders. (12:00) Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Nick Sirianni, NFL officiating, and Lane Kiffin. (24:00) Finally, we take a look back at Chris Paul's illustrious career after he was abruptly released by the LA Clippers early Wednesday morning. (39:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 3, 2025 • 48min

Hour 1: Can Cowboys Catch Eagles?

First Take begins with the whole crew back in studio for Doggy Wednesdays! Can the Eagles catch the Cowboys in the race for the NFC East crown, and can the Chiefs run the table? (0:00) Then, Paul Finebaum on the latest CFP Rankings. (21:50) Finally, SAS sounds off on the Clippers for releasing Chris Paul in the middle of the night! (39:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 2, 2025 • 46min

Hour 2: Who Needs Win More: Cowboys or Lions?

First Take resumes with a monumental Thursday night brawl between the Cowboys and Lions. Who needs the win more? (0:00) Then, with the Steelers on the outside of the playoff picture, is the Rodgers signing a failure? (10:30) Next Stephen A's List! Find out his top 5 NFL teams after week 13! (23:30) And finally, does Abdul Carter's 1st quarter benching say more about him, or the Giants as an organization? (35:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 2, 2025 • 48min

Hour 1: Can Patriots Win Super Bowl?

First Take begins with a Monday night beatdown! The Patriots are pounding through an easy schedule, but would you be surprised if they win the Super Bowl? And, how can Jaxson Dart avoid taking so many gruesome hits?(0:00) Then, how does Lane Kiffin look after his introductory press conference as LSU's head coach? (24:00) Finally, will Mahomes be viewed differently if the Chiefs miss the playoffs? (38:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 1, 2025 • 46min

Hour 2: Best NFC Team?

First Take resumes with NFC parity. Which team are you most confident in right now? (0:00) Are there any true contenders in the AFC North, or is this a division full of frauds? (11:30) Then, does Texas deserve to be in the College Football Playoffs, and should Ole Miss have let Lane Kiffin finish the season? (19:30) Next, do you believe in the Colts after a rough stretch of losses? (38:00) Finally, are the Broncos or Patriots the best team in the AFC? (40:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 1, 2025 • 49min

Hour 1: Should Steelers Move on From Tomlin?

First Take begins with the free falling Steelers. Should they move on from long time head coach Mike Tomlin? (0:00) Who had the worse Week 13 Loss: Rams or Eagles? (14:00) Then, we debate Lane Kiffin's tumultuous exit from Ole Miss. (25:30) Finally, should Shedeur start for the rest of the season? (42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 28, 2025 • 51min

Hour 2: More Encouraged by Packers or Concerned About Lions?

First Take resumes with NFC North juggernauts. Are you more encouraged by the Packers or concerned about the Lions? And, which team bolstered their roster more in the offseason: Packers with Parsons, or Cowboys with Pickens? The Eagles are flying down, while the Bears are climbing up! Which offense do you have more faith in? The Chiefs lost a tight battle in Big D, while the Ravens fell at the hands of Joey B. Which fading AFC juggernaut are you more concerned about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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