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Hosted by sports personality and star of FS1’s “First Things First," What's Wright with Nick Wright will see Nick dish his hot takes on the biggest topics in the world of sports, while sharing the behind-the-scenes of his family life. He'll play games, make lists, and most importantly, he'll tell you what’s Wright.
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Aug 18, 2025 • 33min
Nick Wright Best of Chiefs: Mahomes & Kelce MONSTER bounce back, Tyreek Hill RETURN to KC? | NFL
Nick Wright shares his best takes on his Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the 2025 NFL season including why Patrick Mahomes & Travis Kelce will have monster bounce back seasons as well as why Nick wouldn't be surprised if Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill returned to KC one day. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 2025 • 47min
Best Of - Should Shedeur Sanders START for Browns? Nick CANNOT BELIEVE Colin Cowherd & Bill Simmons Chiefs takes
Nick Wright reacts to Shedeur Sanders' stellar debut for the Cleveland Browns in their opening NFL preseason matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Should Shedeur start over Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and Dillon Gabriel? Later, Nick breaks down why Colin Cowherd saying Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty is over is a ridiculous take. How confident is Nick in his Chiefs to hold off the likes of Josh Allen's Buffalo Bills, Lamar Jackson's Baltimore Ravens, and Joe Burrow's Cincinnati Bengals? Lastly, Nick reacts to The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky's QB rankings heading into the 2025 NFL season. Nick discusses whether it is fair for anyone to rank Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen, Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, or Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow over Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes... and uses Simmons' Tom Brady-Peyton Manning argument to say why it's not. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 14, 2025 • 58min
Chiefs dynasty OVER? Kelce & Mahomes WASHED? Jerry Jones calls Cowboys SOAP OPERA
Nick Wright responds to the skeptics saying the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty with Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and company is already a thing of the past. Then, Nick reacts to Jerry Jones saying he wants the Dallas Cowboys to be a soap opera and weighs in on the expectations for Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears starters this weekend. Later, Nick discusses the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns QB battles and predicts when Jaxson Dart and Shedeur Sanders will become the starters. Nick then reacts to Rashee Rice's disciplinary hearing being set by the NFL and breaks down why it's beneficial for the Chiefs. Finally, Damonza has a big announcement, and Nick answers your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 12, 2025 • 1h 12min
Shedeur Sanders STELLAR Browns debut, QB rankings REACTION, DEFENDING Caleb Williams
Nick Wright breaks down the newest anonymous QB rankings from The Athletic, including Jalen Hurts' position among tier two quarterbacks and which QBs he sees rising and falling this year. Is it defensible to have Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, or Joe Burrow ahead of Patrick Mahomes? Then, Nick discusses the biggest stars of the preseason, from Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Later, Nick weighs in on Caleb Williams not starting for the Chicago Bears before reacting to breaking news from the NBA. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2025 • 33min
Best Of - Travis Kelce & Chiefs MONSTER bounce back, Lakers should go ALL IN on Luka & LeBron
Nick Wright breaks down what Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs' offense must improve heading into the 2025 NFL season to return to Super Bowl form. Later, Nick explains why Travis Kelce will return to top tight end form following a down season. Later, Nick reacts to Luka Doncic's massive contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. Next, Nick breaks down why LA should go all in on LeBron James and Luka right now. Lastly, Nick breaks down why Sean Payton, Bo Nix, and the Denver Broncos are one of the NFL's most overrated teams heading into the 2025 season. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 7, 2025 • 1h 8min
NFL Reaction: How Mahomes & Chiefs return to Super Bowl, Stafford & Rams DOOMED?
Nick Wright discusses Micah Parsons' ongoing contract dispute with Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. Matthew Stafford’s back injuries and what it means for the Los Angeles Rams, as well as Nick’s NFL futures bets. Then, Nick predicts what the 2025 Kansas City Chiefs will look like stylistically and how much they will rely on a slimmed-down Travis Kelce. Later, Nick previews the first week of the preseason, including expectations for Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions including which NFL head coach would win in a battle royale. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 5, 2025 • 1h 17min
NFL Reaction: Micah Parsons WANTS OUT, Caleb STRUGGLES + Luka & Lakers EXTENSION
Nick Wright breaks down what the Cleveland Browns should do with Shedeur Sanders ahead of their first preseason game... and why Shedeur should be eyeing a trade to the Los Angeles Rams. Later, Nick reacts to Micah Parsons demanding a trade from the Dallas Cowboys and the potential landing spots for the star pass rusher. Later, Nick discusses Caleb Williams’ training camp struggles with the Chicago Bears, why everyone is too high on the Denver Broncos, and if Baker Mayfield has a shot at winning MVP with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. Then, Nick breaks down the Luka Doncic extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, what it means for the team, and how it affects LeBron James’ future. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 2025 • 55min
Best Of - Nick Wright reacts to SHREDDED Luka Doncic, Lamar Jackson PLAYOFF FAILURES, Browns MUST START Shedeur
Nick Wright discusses what a slimmed-down Luka Doncic means for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' title aspirations. Should Luka be the favorite to win the NBA MVP? Next, Nick breaks down why Lamar Jackson deserves criticism for his playoff performances and must prove his doubters wrong following another Baltimore Ravens playoff loss to Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills last NFL season. Is Lamar ready to get Baltimore past Buffalo, Patrick Mahomes' Kansas City Chiefs, and Joe Burrow's Cincinnati Bengals en route to a Super Bowl? Later, Nick breaks down why Shedeur Sanders must start at some point during the NFL season for the Cleveland Browns over Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and Dillon Gabriel. Lastly, Nick reacts to Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey's commenting that most people do not view LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' 2020 NBA bubble championship as legitimate. Nick explains why anyone holding this opinion is... well... insane. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 16min
Nick Wright GOES OFF on Lakers "fake" NBA Bubble title, NFL Hall of Fame BOLD PREDICTIONS
Nick Wright reflects on the NBA Bubble, the Los Angeles Lakers title, and what it meant for LeBron James’ legacy. Then, Nick previews the return of NFL football with the Hall of Fame Game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Detroit Lions, and debates which current NFL stars are future locks for the Hall of Fame. Later, Nick addresses the Cleveland Browns' quarterback competition and shares why he believes Shedeur Sanders must start at some point. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 20min
Nick Wright reacts to SHREDDED Luka Doncic, LeBron & Jokic RUMORS, RIDICULOUS Aaron Rodgers takes
Nick Wright discusses what a slimmed-down Luka Doncic means for the Los Angeles Lakers and their title aspirations. Then, Nick theorizes what went down between LeBron James, Maverick Carter, and Nikola Jokic’s agent in France over the weekend. Is it possible that we see LeBron joining the Denver Nuggets? Next, Nick discusses Aaron Rodgers' GOAT case, or lack thereof, Patrick Mahomes’ being kicked out of the Madden 99 Club, and Lamar Jackson's perception around the NFL. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.