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  • ESPN Daily: Rex Chapman: The Content We're Here For

    You might know Rex Chapman as a social media star, the guy who shares “Block or Charge” memes with his 600,000 followers. He’s also THAT Rex Chapman, a college basketball superstar for Kentucky and NBA great. And he’s yet another Rex Chapman, one who’s struggled with addiction and gambling behind the scenes. ESPN’s Ryan McGee got to know the many sides of Chapman in an extended profile for E:60, and traces his journey in sports, media and life.

  • ESPN Daily: Was The "Battle Of The Sexes" A Racket?

    The “Battle of the Sexes” tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs is one of the most iconic moments in American sports history. Set against the backdrop of the women’s liberation movement, King’s 1973 victory over Riggs transcended sports. But a news tip from an unexpected source, 40 years later, sent ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr. down a path that led him to investigate whether the match was rigged. Van Natta details his reporting on the lead-up to The Battle of the Sexes, and how Riggs’ own agenda may have impacted the historic outcome.

  • Tua's Workout Video, Current Hairstyles

    Jalen Rose and David Jacoby talk about Tua’s workout video, Deshaun Watson’s tweet and Big Ben’s beard.

  • The KAJ digitally reunites to crown one song "The Official QuaranTune".

    The KAJ digitally reunites to crown one song The Official QuaranTune of the quarantine. They start with a voicemail about Katie and Brady (00:15) then dive into the sweet sixteen (25:47). Later, a voicemail about picking just one grocery aisle (2:17:38).

  • Hour Long Q & A

    Rosenberg does an hour long Q & A with the peckerheads. Topics include Wrestlemania, NXT call ups, Dark Side of the Ring and more. Catch the next one and join on IG live!

  • ESPN Daily: How Esports Continues While Traditional Sports Press Pause

    While pro sports leagues remain on hold, esports (aka competitive video gaming) faces some similar obstacles. Leagues have canceled live events, team practice and more. But esports has also managed a pivot. It’s put global operations and matches entirely online for players, leagues and millions of fans worldwide. While esports has struggled to break through to the more mainstream sports audience, this could be a moment of growth for the industry. ESPN’s Tyler Erzberger explains how esports has responded to the pandemic, and how it might seize an opportunity with pro athletes, celebrities and fans stuck inside.

  • Bill Barnwell Show: Rams release star, Patriots say goodbye to legend

    Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Rams Reporter Lindsey Thiry as they discuss the Rams releasing Todd Gurley and what’s next for the Rams. Plus, Nora Princiotti joins Bill to talk about what things are like for the Patriots, post-Tom Brady.

  • ESPN Daily: Pro Basketball's Return In China

    While most of the sports world remains on hiatus, China could restart live basketball in a matter of weeks. What would allow that to happen safely? And what will it take to bring pro sports back across the rest of the world? ESPN’s Jonathan Givony joins the show to explain the timeline, stakes, and challenges that basketball faces, and how it’s all being handled in leagues overseas. Plus, how the coronavirus will impact the upcoming NBA Draft.

  • J&J: Jamal Murray "hacked", Don't Get Fired Topic of The Day, Fan questions/answers

    Jalen Rose and David Jacoby discuss Jamal Murray getting “hacked”, Tom Brady asking for the phone numbers of all his teammates and an Atlanta Strip Club offering ‘virtual lap dances’ during Coronavirus lockdown.

  • ESPN Daily: The Decline Of The NFL Running Back

    We just saw 2017 Offensive Player of the Year Todd Gurley released by the LA Rams, and former Chargers star running back Melvin Gordon found a new home in Denver. Behind that shakeup is growing evidence that the role of running backs in the NFL is changing. A renewed focus on pass-heavy offenses, among other factors, is shifting the weight given to the position. FiveThirtyEight’s Josh Hermsmeyer outlines the current landscape for running backs, from all angles.

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