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The episode starts with the hosts declaring they are anti-assassination, discussing recent sports events like Jalen Brunson's contract with the Knicks, the Euro Finals, Copa America, and Wimbledon. They also confirm that Christian Yelich won't be participating in the Home Run Derby and recap their 'Who's Back' segment.
The hosts then present their Mount Rushmore of video games in honor of EA Sports' College Football game returning. They also decide on punishments for the Mount Rushmore loser. Baker Mayfield joins as a guest, discussing his journey from the Browns to the Buccaneers, random drug tests, seeing a UFO, and his life as a new father.
The episode concludes with a Monday Reading segment, featuring an amusing story about a boyfriend's obsession with an old lantern he found at a flea market.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The hosts maintain a fun and irreverent approach to sports commentary.
- Baker Mayfield overcame adversity and injuries to revive his NFL career.
- Video games like Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto, and Mario Kart are considered iconic by the hosts.
- The relationship between players and media members can be complex but valuable when built on trust.
- Parenting and the idea of their children witnessing their careers evokes vulnerability in athletes.
- The hosts are unafraid to poke fun at themselves and embrace quirky hobbies.
- Random drug testing is a constant presence for professional athletes.
- Football coaches can have vastly different leadership styles, from gruff disciplinarians to more relatable figures.
Top Episodes Quotes
“It got me to this point, and I learned a lot of lessons about, quite honestly, how damn stubborn I am.“ by Baker Mayfield
― This quote from Baker Mayfield provides insight into his personal growth and self-awareness, reflecting on the lessons he learned from his time with the Browns.“It's scary. Yeah, it's scary.“ by Baker Mayfield
― This quote from Mayfield captures his candid reaction to the thought of his future child watching footage of his career, revealing a vulnerability and concern about being a parent.“I'd be lying if I said no. I, like, there was definitely a point in Carolina where, you know, going through a couple injuries. Their team wasn't playing well. Traded Christian McCaffrey. I'm like, where the hell am I right now? And just needing a fresh start and going to LA just for that. Like, last five games of the year was so unbelievable for me.“ by Baker Mayfield
― This quote captures Mayfield's candid admission of doubting his NFL future during his struggles with the Panthers, and how his stint with the Rams rejuvenated his career.
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Pardon My Take
Barstool Sports
7/15/24
We start the show coming out as the first sports podcast 100 percent against assasination attempts (00:00:00-00:07:32). Jalen Brunson's new deal is a head scratcher but awesome for the Knicks (00:07:32-00:12:30). Euro Finals and Copa plus Wimbledon (00:12:30-00:20:01). We call Christian Yelich to make sure he's not competing in the home run derby (00:20:01-00:26:47). Who's back of the week including apparently the Espy's already happened (00:26:47-00:39:34). Mt Rushmore of video games in honor of EA Sports College Football coming back and we decide a punishment (00:39:34-01:13:56). Baker Mayfield joins the show to talk about his crazy past few years, finding a home in Tampa, random drug piss tests, seeing a UFO, and tons more (01:13:56-01:56:10). We finish with a Monday reading (01:56:10-02:04:09).
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