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Pick a Side

Basketball, Sports

Mainstream sports media is tiring, isn’t it? Hot takes, bland statements, and generalizations have all worked in combination to ruin the viewing experience. Here is where Pick a Side comes in. We are a podcast dedicated to creating genuine conversations about sports. There will be bias included (we all have them), but they will always be backed up by facts. Come join us on our journey to creating the best sports podcast possible. Hosted by Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls.

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#142
Episodes
635
Releases
Daily
Typical length
1 hr 20 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
3 days ago

Episodes

635 episodes, newest first

  1. Predicting Every Game in NFL Week 8

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    We preview every matchup on the slate for NFL Week 8Play $5, get $5 using code PAS on UnderDog: https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickaside0:00 Introduction1:17 Ravens vs. Bills analysis4:46 Vikings vs. Lions preview7:06 Vikings vs. Lions picks8:47 Falcons vs. Buccaneers12:17 Browns vs. Steelers14:42 Cardinals vs. Cowboys17:21 Colts and Raiders games19:09 Titans, Bengals, and Chargers20:21 Chiefs vs. Broncos25:55 Patriots and Eagles outlook27:05 Bears vs. Seahawks32:05 Rapidfire wrap-up

    36 min
  2. NBA Injury Crisis, Are the Rockets & Grizzlies Legit? + Top 5 Rookies | Full Episode

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    The NBA has an injury problem. With Anthony Edwards and Jalen Williams sidelined, how concerned should we be about the Timberwolves and Thunder? We debate whether the NBA should shorten its season, discuss the Rockets' championship potential, the Grizzlies' undefeated start, Cooper Flagg, and rank our top 5 rookies so far this season.Play $5, get $50 with code PAS on UnderDoghttps://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickasideTimestamps ⏰00:00 Intro10:00 How Will Injuries Impact OKC and Minnesota?32:00 Rudy Gobert's Offensive Struggles41:00 Timberwolves Discussion Continued44:15 Orlando Magic's Injury and Roster Concerns53:00 Should the NBA Shorten the Season?01:14:00 Cooper Flagg Discussion01:24:00 Can the Rockets Make a Deep Playoff Run?01:39:06 Are the Grizzlies Legit Contenders?01:57:30 Ranking the Top 5 NBA Rookies So Far

    2 hr 10 min
  3. We Tried to Tier Every NFL Team… It Got Heated | Full Episode

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    Play $5, get $50 https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickaside

    Intro 00:00

    • Quenton Nelson trade 13:30
    • DeForest Buckner trade 24:00
    • 40 WRs Better Than Quinton Johnston 30:00
    • Who wins the NFC East? 41:30
    • Jets talk 52:00
    • Eagles 01:01:45
    • Superchats 01:06:00
    • NFL Blind Resume Challenge 01:27:00
    • Which NFL Teams Actually Have a Super Bowl Window? 01:41:00

    2 hr 57 min
  4. Are The 6-0 Vikings Legit? JJ McCarthy's Breakout & NFL Week 7 Takeaways | Full Episode

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    Play $5, get $50 https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickasideThe Pick a Side crew reacts to NFL Week 7! Are the 6-0 Vikings legitimate contenders? Can JJ McCarthy keep up his impressive play? We break down Packers vs. Lions, the AFC North race, the Broncos' offensive breakout, Aaron Glenn's future with the Jets, and whether the Colts need a QB change.Timestamps:1. Are the 6-0 Vikings For Real? 06:002. Superchats 21:003. Should the Colts consider a QB change? 27:204. Watching Andrew Luck was generational 39:005. Can J.J. McCarthy Keep This Going?44:206. Superchats 55:407. What we learned from Packers-Lions: 59:008. Superheats 01:09:409. Seahawks vs KC 01:13:3010. Did the Broncos Finally Find Their Offense? 01:26:0011. Is Aaron Glenn on the hot seat? 01:33:0012. Hot takes 01:39:00

    2 hr 6 min
  5. NBA Overreactions, Ranking NBA's Biggest Moves & Wemby Debate | Full Episode

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    Intro 0:00

    1. Tatum interview reaction 07:00

    2. Kobe & Jokic vs Tatum & Ray 17:30

    3. Tatum reaction continued 20:00

    4.Dehls calls in 21:15

    5. Tatum interview continued 24:40

    6. NBA overreactions 31:50

    7. Ranking players impact on new teams 51:28

    8.Randle vs JJJ debate 56:00

    9.Ranking continued 01:05:00

    10. Lamelo vs Giannis 01:11:45

    11. Ranking continued 01:24:00

    12. Who has the best argument for best player in the world? 01:23:44

    13. Is Wemby currently a go to number 1 offensive option? 01:34:45

    14. Is he a better offensive plyer than these players 01:37:00

    15. Yaxel vs Luka 1:44:50

    16. Lamelo Ball travel 1:56:07

    17. Grading NBA extensions 2:00:44

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    2 hr 24 min
  6. HEATED Jayson Tatum Debate, NFL Power Rankings, Ranking Divisions, and Week 7 Picks | Full Episode

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    2 hr 54 min
  7. NFL Week 6 Was CHAOS: Rams In Trouble, Texans Save Season, Chargers 0-6, and More | Full Episode

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    Use code PAS and play $5, get $100: https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickasideThe Los Angeles Rams fall to 2-4 after a disappointing loss to the Arizona Cardinals. After entering the season with Super Bowl expectations, is it officially time to panic in Los Angeles? Meanwhile, the Chargers remain winless at 0-6, raising serious questions about their future.The Houston Texans pull off a massive win over the Jacksonville Jaguars to keep their season alive, while the AFC North is turning into one of the most competitive divisions in football, with three teams sitting at 4-2.We also break down Caleb Williams' first game back, the Green Bay Packers taking care of business against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, and everything else that mattered from NFL Week 6.Timestamps:Intro 00:001. Time to be concerned about the Rams? 03:002. Superchats 29:003. Can the Texans still make the playoffs? 47:204. Should the Colts blow it up? 01:04:205. Chargers fall to 0-6 01:20:306. Raiders lose 3rd straight 01:40:007. AFC North thoughts 01:44:008. Super chats 01:53:00

    2 hr 5 min
  8. Predicting The Western Conference Standings, Breakout Players & Teams, and More | Full Episode

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    Time StampsIntro 0:00 1. Riv’s going to Detroit 3:002. Dehls vision 8:003. Joel’s walk story 13:004. Losing senses 15:005. Reacting to NBA Funny Moments 22:006. Pods contract 25:107. Predict Western Conference Standings 28:058. NBA Breakout Teams 1:15:559. NBA Breakout Players 1:28:1010. Deal or No Deal 1:46:1511. Tmac or current players 1:53:4012. Rondo or current players 1:58:0313. K3C5 Hypothetical Backcourts 2:01:2014. K3C5 Rookies and Sophomores 2:06:1215. In or Out Statements 2:09:3716. Start Bench Cut ATL Division 2:14:18

    2 hr 22 min
  9. Faraz Reveals His Fantasy Football Secrets & How He Called Parker Washington | Full Episode

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    Faraz Siddiqi from Upper Hand Fantasy joins Pick a Side for an exclusive interview to talk all things fantasy football, his viral Parker Washington breakout prediction, draft strategies, league-winning players, and much more!Faraz has become one of the most recognizable voices in fantasy football, especially after being one of Parker Washington's biggest believers before his breakout. We discuss how he identified Washington's potential, what goes into making accurate fantasy predictions, and how he built Upper Hand Fantasy into a go-to destination for fantasy football analysis.We also dive into Brian Thomas Jr., Justin Herbert, Caleb Williams, Jaylen Waddle, RJ Harvey, fantasy football trades, drafting strategies, potential league winners, breakout candidates, and players who could bounce back.Plus, Faraz joins us for King of the Hill, Buy or Sell, and Fantasy Overreactions vs. Reality!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro1:15 – What's Going On With Brian Thomas Jr.?8:00 – How Faraz Got Into Fantasy Football Content Creation12:30 – How Many Fantasy Leagues Does Faraz Play In?14:40 – Breaking Down Dehls' Blockbuster Fantasy Trade17:30 – Breaking Down Drew's Blockbuster Fantasy Trade18:30 – The Art of Making Fantasy Football Trades22:30 – Faraz's Fantasy Football Draft Strategy24:00 – When Did Faraz Start Playing Fantasy Football?27:30 – Balancing a Career With Fantasy Football Content Creation33:00 – How Faraz Predicted Parker Washington's Breakout37:30 – Faraz Reveals He's a New York Jets Fan41:15 – Justin Herbert Fantasy Football Discussion44:35 – Faraz Breaks Down Caleb Williams51:43 – Faraz's Top 5 Fantasy Football Players54:00 – Why You Shouldn't Give Up on Jaylen Waddle56:30 – Can RJ Harvey Still Break Out?58:40 – Is Faraz Better at Evaluating RBs or WRs?1:02:12 – King of the Hill: Fantasy Football League Winners1:07:05 – In or Out: Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Candidates1:10:20 – Buy or Sell: Fantasy Football Breakout Players1:14:05 – Fantasy Football Overreactions or Reality?1:16:24 – Jaylen Warren vs. Kyren Williams: Who Would You Rather Have?Follow Upper Hand Fantasy:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCf56yAP7kyno0a08cg6zltATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCf56yAP7kyno0a08cg6zltA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/?hl=enTwitter: https://x.com/farazsiddiqi?lang=en

    1 hr 20 min
  10. FULL EPISODE | NFL Week 6 Predictions and Seahawks-Broncos Live Reaction

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    🔴 WE'RE LIVE for Thursday Night Football!Join Pick a Side as we react LIVE to the Denver Broncos vs. Seattle Seahawks matchup, and make our official NFL Week 6 predictions.Play $5, get $100 on Underdog. Use code PAS https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickaside

    2 hr 27 min
  11. FULL EPISODE | The Biggest Questions About the NFL After Week 5

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    Timestamps:Intro 00:00

    1. Bills beat Rams 37-34: Is this team good enough to make a run? 18:14

    2. Are the Ravens different this year? 37:35

    3. Patriots back to being a legit AFC threat? 52:31

    4. Seahawks vs Broncos predictions 01:15:39

    5. More concerned about the Rams or Seahawks? 01:23:10

    6. Will Jalen Hurts miss the playoffs for the first time as a starter? 01:35:30

    7. Superchats 01:45:00

    8. NFL overreactions 01:47:50

    9. Will these coaches get fired after this season 01:51:00

    10. Top 10 teams after Week 5 01:53:00

    2 hr 3 min
  12. The NFL Keeps Overlooking The 5-0 Minnesota Vikings

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    The Vikings might be the biggest threat in the NFC

    8 min
  13. Marvin Harrison Jr Is a Perfect Fit With The Houston Texans

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    How much impact will MHJ have alongside CJ Stroud in Houston?

    14 min
  14. FULL EPISODE: Week 5 Winners & Losers, 49ers-Seahawks, Vikings 5-0 Start, Bo Nix, and More

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    Play $5 and get $100 on Underdog with code PAS - https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/p-pickasideNFL Week 5 delivered plenty of drama, controversy, and statement wins, and we're breaking it ALL down!We start by naming our biggest WINNERS and LOSERS from Week 5 before ranking all eight NFL divisions from best to worst. Then, we react to the Marvin Harrison Jr. trade. We then discuss if the Broncos should consider benching Bo Nix, if Drake Maye and Patriots are back, Packers statement against the Bears, and discuss the 5-0 49ers & VikingsIntro 00:001. Bo Nix struggles 06:002. Week 5 winners and losers 32:583. Starting to believe in Vikings? 01:05:504. Packers statement win over Bears 01:11:105. We won $1,200 on Underdog this week 01:26:456. Superchats 01:29:107. Marvin Harrison Jr traded to Texans 01:37:068. 49ers are the best team in football 01:52:309. Superchats 02:06:46

    2 hr 14 min
  15. NBA Eastern Conference Predictions, Playoff Picks, and Grading Every East Teams Offseason | Ep. 622

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    Time StampsIntro 0:00 1. Explaining the channel split 00:502. Adjusting to schedules 6:003. Joel debated Nick Wright 9:304. Nick Wright video to Drew 17:175. Grading Atlantic Division Teams Offseasons 27:506. Grading Central Divisions Team offseasons 35:007. Grading southeast division teams offseason 41:408. Bub Carrington situation 49:459. NBA East Predictions 52:58

    2 hr 14 min
  16. Nick Wright Has a Message for Us About Bo Nix

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    Nick Wright had a specific message for the biggest Broncos fan we know..

    18 min
  17. Predicting Every Game in NFL Week 5

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    Time Stamps1:19 Eagles vs Jags4:14 Dolphins vs Bengals7:56 Pats vs Raiders13:09 Vikings vs Saints22:26 Browns vs Jets25:59 Colts vs Steelers28:37 Texans vs Titans28:43 Giants vs Commanders31:11 Broncos vs Chargers31:38 Lions vs Cardinals33:58 Bears vs Packers38:31 49ers vs hawks42:57 Ravens vs Falcons44:12 Rams vs Bills

    48 min
  18. Ranking the TOP 10 Small Forwards in the NBA

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    Who had the best top 10 list?

    11 min
  19. We Put Every Starting NFL QB into a Tier List 🤔

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    Do you agree with our rankings?

    27 min
  20. Bryce Young Is Turning Into a STAR

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    Reacting to the Lions and Panthers Week 4 Matchup

    15 min