

First Take
ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 48min
Hour 1: Broncos a Real Threat?
First Takes discusses Denver's offense putting Stephen A. to sleep. Are they real threats in the AFC?
QBs Under Pressure - Shae, RC, Cam, and Stephen A. debate which QB is under the most pressure to reach the Super Bowl this year.
Steelers vs. Chargers - A measuring stick game for the Steelers, Stephen A. says their defense must wreak havoc against a battered Chargers O-line or he can't trust them as serious contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 7, 2025 • 47min
Hour 2: NFC Favorites
Hour 2 begins with an NFC check in. The crew debates who's more likely to find themselves playing for the Lombardi Trophy: Eagles or Seahawks.
Plus - With the addition of Sauce Gardner, the Colts are officially ALL IN. Can Danny Dimes handle the lofty expectations set on him?
Also - Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson lead their teams on the road in pivotal week 10 matchups. Which QB faces more pressure to win the AFC North? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 6, 2025 • 48min
Hour 1: Can Broncos Dethrone Chiefs?
First Take starts with the charging Broncos. They'll go 2.5 games up on the Chiefs with a win over the Raiders on Thursday night. Can they finally dethrone the nine-time defending AFC West Champs?
Also - The Cardinals QB conundrum continues. Will Kyler Murray stay in Arizona next year, or will he find a new home?
And later - Dan, Ryan, and Stephen A. tell you the winners and losers of a chaotic NFL trade deadline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 5, 2025 • 46min
Hour 2: Draymond Comes at Dak
Hour 2 begins with Draymond Green taking shots at Dak Prescott, quickly turns into a debate about Draymond playing on the '86 Celtics.
Then - Stephen A. gives his top 5 NFL teams after week 9. Mad Dog is fired up at the Dodgers and Cowboys, but happy no trick-or-treaters visited his house!
Later - In a wide open NFC, are the Eagles the most trustworthy team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 5, 2025 • 49min
Hour 1: Jerry Jones Delivered?
Hour 1 begins with reaction to the biggest moves from the NFL trade deadline. Jerry Jones kept the Cowboys in the headlines, but did he make the right moves?
Then - Does Sauce Gardner turn the Colts from this year's surprise team to legitimate Super Bowl contenders? Stephen A. and Mad Dog battle over their playoff chances.
Later - Contenders or Pretenders? The Patriots and Seahawks are scorching hot right now. Are they primed for deep playoff runs, or will they fizzle out soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 4, 2025 • 46min
Hour 2: Jerry Speaks on Micah
First Take hour 2 starts with Drew Brees joining the show to discuss all of the Dallas drama! Find out what he thinks about Jerry Jones taking shots at his former star player.
Then - The Cardinals invested $230 million in Kyler Murray four years ago. With Jacoby Brissett balling, Drew sticks around to determine whether Kyler should be their starting QB once healthy.
Plus - Lists! Lists! Lists! Jeff gives us his top 5 NFL teams after week 9 and Stephen A tells us his top 4 sports dynasties of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 4, 2025 • 48min
Hour 1: Cowboys Season Over?
First Take starts with Stephen A, Jeff and CC asking if the Cowboys season is officially over after a stunning loss to the Cardinals. Stephen A also tells us all about sitting in Jerry Jones' suite.
Then - could Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs miss the playoffs for the first time in his illustrious career?
Plus - more on the Bengals offense vs. defense drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 3, 2025 • 47min
Hour 2: Can Cowboys Make The Playoffs?
First Take resumes with Stephen A betting against the Cowboys to make the playoffs. Then Marcus Spears and Cam Newton sound off on the Bengals defense.
Plus Michael Irvin ranks his top 3 Cowboys playmakers of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 3, 2025 • 48min
Hour 1: Cowboys on Upset Alert?
First Take is live from Arlington right down the block from Jerry's World! A rowdy Cowboys crowd welcomes Stephen A with open arms.
Plus, are the Bills the best 6-2 team? Are you more impressed with the Steelers' defense or concerned with the Colts' offense? Are the Cowboys on upset alert against the Cardinals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 2025 • 45min
Hour 2: Dolphins Keeping Mike McDaniel a Mistake?
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