It's a MIP FLASHBACK! With Thanksgiving Week coming up next week, we felt it was only appropriate to RUN IT BACK with the All-Time Leading RUNNING BACK - EMMITT SMITH! Michael & Emmitt Smith discuss Thanksgiving Day memories, the current state of the Cowboys(2020), his thoughts on modern RBs, being roommates during Emmitt?s rookie year, his ambition as a rookie to become the NFL?s All-Time Leading Rusher, whether he thinks his record will ever be broken, where he thought he was going to be drafted, the great Barry Sanders, and much more! Original Air Date: Nov. 2020. RSVP YES! By Heading to Express.com!

THE RETURN: Lamar Jackson returns home to Miami to a surprise, Cam Newton returns to the Carolina Panthers, Odell Beckham Jr. returns to the bright lights of a big market, Russell Wilson returns from injury, & Aaron Rodgers returns from the COVID-19 list.

Michael Irvin reacts to Aaron Rodgers testing positive for COVID-19 without being vaccinated, Michael Thomas OUT for the season & message to fans, Von Miller joining the Rams, and a big win for the Cowboys sans Dak in today's "MIP Report". PLUS, The Playmaker chats with Cowboys star defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence about his journey back from a foot injury, when he plans on returning to the field, why he feared his career was over, what he sees are the key differences between last year's & this year's defense, what he sees from young stars Micah Parsons & Trevon Diggs, his thoughts on Dak's return this year, & the Cowboys Super Bowl aspirations!

It's Halloween, so The Playmaker identifies the SCARIEST part of each of the top five teams with the best record, coincidentally ALL are from the NFC - Arizona Cards, Green Bay Packers, Tampa Bay Bucs, LA Rams, & the Dallas Cowboys!

Michael recaps the teams who overcame adversity in Week 6 - the Arizona Cardinals without their HC, Las Vegas Raiders sans Gruden, a conversation he had with Warren Sapp about John Gruden, the Jags earning their first win in 20 games, & the big win for his Dallas Cowboys over the Bill Belichick & the New England Patriots. NEXT, Playmaker is joined by Super Bowl LV Champion Linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Devin White! (14:30) Devin discusses the Bucs road to SBLV, Tom Brady & what he did after signing, a key moment for them after losing 3 straight last season & what Tom said to the team, resigning all 22 starters back this offseason, the tragic loss of his brother, being drafted by the Bucs(his brother's favorite team), & why he loves playing against mobile Quarterbacks!

It's Week 6 of the NFL season, so Mike identifies the real threats around the league today - hear why he says the Bills are hot, but the Chargers are the best team in the AFC, why you shouldn't be down on the Browns, the problem with the Chiefs, and what the undefeated Arizona Cardinals NEED to keep it going. PLUS, Michael chats with Cowboys CB Anthony Brown (15:00) about the success of the Cowboys, the release of Jaylon Smith, the addition of Dan Quinn as DC, what he sees in rookie Micah Parsons, his favorite WR matchups around the league, & how he's preparing for the Patriots this week!

This week in the MIP Report - Mike talks Jaylon Smith?s release from the Cowboys, Nagy naming Justin Fields the starter, Jimmy G?s calf injury, & Stefon Gilmore?s trade to the Panthers. Next, Michael chats with Cowboys star defensive back Trevon Diggs! (20:00) Trevon joins the MIP to talk about the recent success of the Cowboys, his record INT streak, Dan Quinn?s presence on the team, Nick Saban convincing him to move to DB & his brother Stefon?s advice, his best WR battles, what he thinks of the Defensive MVP chatter, picking off Tom Brady, & Michael & Trevon react to the Jaylon Smith news live on the show.

Mike opens the show with his reaction to the Cowboys win on MNF over the Eagles, why he says Cowboys fans can start believing, Contenders & Pretenders Week 4, & his experience during Coach Jimmy Johnson's HOF Ring Ceremony. PLUS, Playmaker is joined by Chargers star running back & Team Captain - Austin Ekeler! (48:00) Austin gives us his reaction to their big win over the Chiefs, why he addressed the team after their loss to the Cowboys in Week 2 & what he said, thoughts on first year HC Brandon Staley, his relationship with QB Justin Herbert, what he sees for this week's Monday Night Football matchup against the Raiders, and why he says the Chargers have a prime window!

ZEKE!!! Michael opens the show with a deeper dive into the Cowboys' Game 1 vs the Bucs, & his reaction to all the recent Cowboys news - La'el Collins' pending five-game suspension, Demarcus Lawrence's broken foot, & Randy Gregory OUT due to COVID. Next, Michael chats with the Cowboys star RB Ezekiel Elliott! (19:30) Zeke gives his assessment of the team's first game vs Tom Brady & the Bucs, Dak's return to the field, the importance of Zach Martin & getting the run game going, losing Collins & Lawrence, the challenges they'll face vs the Chargers this week, rooming with Joey Bosa at Ohio State, how he thinks Urban Meyer will do in Jacksonville, and his expectations for this year!

Michael opens the show with his reaction to Thursday Night's season opener, what he saw from his Cowboys in the loss, and what he predicts will happen by Week 11. Next, The Playmaker invites fellow NFL GameDay Morning cohort - Coach Steve Mariucci! (14:15) Mike & Mooch discuss Dak Prescott's return to the field, what they saw from the Cowboys defense, Tom's final drive, Brady vs the Pats in Week 4, why he picked his 49ers to make the Super Bowl, how he sees the QB situation working out between Jimmy G & Trey Lance, thoughts on the Steelers, La'el Collins' suspension, his hopes for Russell Wilson, Green Bay vs. Aaron Rodgers & how the saga will end, how real are the Browns SB hopes, what he sees from the Bills, and what Rookie QB he predicts will have the best season.

Michael opens the show discussing his new position on ESPN?s First Take with Stephen A. Smith every Monday morning, Cam Newton being cut by the Patriots, what he sees in Bill Belichick?s plan for this year, & the Tampa Bay Bucs announcing they are 100 percent vaccinated. Plus, Playmaker is joined by Miami Hurricanes Head Coach Manny Diaz to talk about the upcoming season, their season opener vs Alabama, how he & his team are handling the added pressure, his opinion on sophomore Alabama QB Bryce Young making $1 million in endorsements, his experiences last year coaching during a pandemic and how he sees it playing out this year, and more!

Michael Irvin gives his thoughts on the starting jobs that have been won over the last week with Teddy Bridgewater in Denver, Jameis Winston in New Orleans, & Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville. Michael also responds to reports that some Jacksonville Jaguars players are upset with Urban Meyer, what he sees out of Zach Wilson so far, Cam Newton being in Covid protocol, how he sees the 49ers QB situation developing with Jimmy G & Trey Lance, & he predicts when Justin Fields takes over as the starter in Chicago.

It's a MIP Double Feature! Michael first chats with Cowboys veteran LB Jaylon Smith about a new year for the Cowboys defense, updates us on how Dak is doing, some of the issues the defense saw last year & how they plan to address them, how he handles the extra media attention with social media AND Hard Knocks in the building, some of the criticism he takes personally and how he compartmentalizes it, his opinion of new DC Dan Quinn, and why he decided to change his jersey number. NEXT, Michael chats with Colts Rookie WR Michael Strachan about his first preseason game last week where he broke out for 57 yards on 3 catches, his path to the NFL via the Bahamas & Charleston College, working with HC Frank Reich, says Carson Wentz is looking sharp, his first pro workouts with Xavier Rhodes & what he learned, his first experiences at camp, what he wants to work on, conversations he's had with T.Y. Hilton, how he assesses the Colts, and more!

Michael talks Cowboys Hard Knocks, what the Cowboys told him about Dak Prescott?s shoulder injury, why he says the Michael Thomas vs. the Saints rift will be the end of New Orleans, and Urban Meyer saying there will be competition at every position, including for his new No. 1 pick QB Trevor Lawrence in today?s ?MIP Report?. PLUS, Michael chats with the worldly Jalen Rose about the influences the Fab Five had on culture, Jalen?s football inspirations growing up, Edgerrin James, Deion Sanders & Charles Woodson, why his Detroit Lions won?t ever get right, pressure on Dak Prescott, and all the action in NBA Free Agency ? the new-look Los Angeles Lakers being ?too old?, Russell Westbrook?s mentality on the court, his predictions for next season, a potential Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Lakers, Giannis? monster performance in the Finals, whether Russell Westbrook & James Harden can settle in to their new roles, and whether U.S.A Basketball has become a no-win scenario for the players.

It?s a Pro Football HOF Double Feature! Michael Irvin caught up with two of the Dallas Cowboys? newest members of the Pro Football Hall Of Fame ? the Original #88 Drew Pearson & ?Captain Crash? Cliff Harris! The last two members of the 1970?s All-Decade Team to be inducted, and two of only four players to go from undrafted, to the Hall Of Fame! Drew Pearson talks what it means to finally be inducted into the Hall, why he chose his QB Roger Staubach as his presenter, how he & Roger?s play started the term ?Hail Mary? and what that means to him, the best part of his experience throughout the weekend, his journey from going undrafted to the Hall, thoughts on his fellow HOF Classmates, how Cliff Harris talked him into coming to the Cowboys, and what he sees in this year?s Cowboys team! NEXT, ?Captain Crash? Cliff Harris (25:15)tells Michael how he earned his nickname, how he used intimidation, the ?Landry Flex?, why he signed with the Cowboys, Gil Brandt, what the journey has been like waiting over 30 years to get in the Hall, his favorite experiences throughout the weekend, and more!

Michael Irvin chats with Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones about how training camp has been going, the hype leading up to the upcoming season, the importance of signing Dak Prescott, how he views criticism of Ezekiel Elliott, what improvement he sees from CeeDee Lamb, thoughts on new DC Dan Quinn, signing Safety Malik Hooker, what he sees from first round draft pick Micah Parsons, thoughts on Jimmy Johnson & Drew Pearson heading to the HOF, his views on team vaccinations, opening up the season vs the Super Bowl Champ TB Bucs, and so much more!

Michael opens the shows addressing his comments about players getting vaccinated that went viral this week, plus Saints' WR Michael Thomas OUT for most of the '21 season(22:00), & Ian Rapoport's story that Davante Adams & the Packers (25:15) are in a "bad place" with contract extension talks in this week's "MIP Report". Michael chats NBA Finals with former NBA'er & current NBATV & Turner Sports analyst - Greg Anthony! (30:15) Greg calls Giannis "the modern day Shaq", says his 50pt performance is "one of the greatest clinching performances of all time", says he absolutely believes the Bucks will repeat, and says "The Block" by Giannis may be the greatest defensive play in Finals history. Greg also says Chris Paul losing was a "disappointment, not a failure", he likens Damian Lillard's situation in Portland to Kevin Garnett leaving Minnesota, says the Sixers failed Ben Simmons, and speculates on off-seasons for the Lakers, Dame, CP3, & Russell Westbrook.

Today on "The MIP Report", Michael Irvin & Producer Sean discuss - NBA Finals Game 4, Khris Middleton & Giannis' big game, & "The Block"(4:00). Conor McGregor's gruesome leg injury & the UFC star's future(16:30). Tom Brady playing the entire 2020 season with a torn MCL, & the TB12 Effect in Tampa (28:36). NFL vaccination numbers, & Cowboys training camp (36:18). Michael says he's disappointed the Cowboys aren't one of the leagues 7 teams to meet the NFL's vaccination threshold, but he thinks this could be the year they reach the Super Bowl. And he gives his thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers & LA Rams (51:40).

DOUBLE FEATURE! Two Special Guests! Michael opens the show discussing CP3's record debut performance in Gm 1 of the NBA Finals, and why he decided NOT to attend Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier this Saturday. Next, Michael chats with Sacramento Kings 3-point specialist Buddy Hield (17:20) about his journey to the NBA by way of the Bahamas, his inspirations growing up, how he's helping kids in the Bahamas, the young talent around the league, & his thoughts on the NBA Finals! PLUS, Michael chats with co-founder of OutSports - Cyd Zeigler (43:45) about Las Vegas Raiders' LB Carl Nassib coming out, the NFL's response video campaign, how he's perceived the public's response to Carl Nassib, how public perception to LGBTQ+ athletes has grown to be more accepting, his experiences covering Michael Sam, and his thoughts on Olympian Sha'carri Richardson's suspension after a positive marijuana test.

Michael opens the show discussing his weekend at the University of Miami Paradise Camp, gives his thoughts on the Dallas Cowboys being selected for this year's HBO Hard Knocks(12:15), and World Wide Wes FaceTime's in to say hi. PLUS, Mark Jackson joins Michael (24:10) to discuss Chris Paul making his first NBA Finals, the rash of injuries throughout the playoffs(29:00), the non-"super teams" being the teams left, the leadership of Monte Williams, how he feels about the Kobe Bryant x Devin Booker comparisons, how he sees the East shaking out between Hawks & Bucks, Jrue Holiday, LeBron's legacy, his years coaching the Warriors, his aspirations to get back to coaching(45:35), the 1987 Draft Class & becoming the ROTY that year, LaMelo Ball, and how he sees the future for the Golden State Warriors & New York Knicks.

An HOUR with Michael Wilbon! It's like our very own PTI... Michael Wilbon takes us behind the scenes of he & Stephen A?s speechless reaction to The Valley Oop! Michael & Michael talk about ?The Valley Oop?, the young talent around the NBA, why he says he?s rooting for the Hawks, Hawks taking Game 1 and how he seeing the series playing out, what?s wrong with Ben Simmons & the media attention on him, why he thinks Aaron Rodgers WON?T come back to Green Bay, why he says MLB?s foreign substances check is just the latest example of the MLB getting it wrong, what Phil Mickelson?s Major victory at 50 years old means, how he views the QB situation in Chicago between Andy Dalton & Justin Fields, Devin Booker drawing Kobe Bryant comparisons, Kobe?s influence on Booker & around the league, getting inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame, and so much more!

Michael Irvin discusses Kevin Durant?s big game, Kawhi Leonard?s knee injury(11:12), & Chris Paul in COVID protocol(14:45) in ?The MIP Report?. Playmaker chats with NBA Legend Gary Payton(21:20) about Kevin Durant?s record night(23:30), how the Bucks can stop him(27:00), PJ Tucker vs KD, how the Clippers proceed without Kawhi Leonard (37:30), thoughts on the Clippers moving forward(38:40), Chris Paul's COVID setback(39:25), LeMelo Ball winning Rookie Of The Year(41:50), what he sees the happening for the Lakers in the offseason, gives us insight into Damian Lillard?s future(since they share the same agent)(44:15), Stan Van Gundy & Scott Brooks firings(47:30), and tells us about his new job as Head Coach at Lincoln University(53:00) in Oakland!

NBA Playoffs are in full effect but the NFL NEVER SLEEPS! Michael Irvin dives into the latest NFL news for an all NFL "MIP Report" - Packers Presidents calls Rodgers a "complicated fella", Le'Veon Bell takes a shot at Andy Reid, Dak Prescott says Zeke Elliott is in the best shape of his life, and Julio Jones heads to Tennessee! Playmaker points out one person who's getting lost in the Packers-Rodgers saga, says Le'Veon Bell may be approaching T.O. territory, predicts Zeke Elliott will have the best season of his career, and why Julio Jones is exactly what the Titans need to get past Patrick Mahomes & the Chiefs.

Michael recaps his fun night at MSG for Game 5 of Hawks/Knicks hanging out with Chris Rock, Chris Tucker, Tracy Morgan, & Darryl Strawberry, and tells us about his own fanboy moment in the VIP room. PLUS, Playmaker chats with NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins (19:00) about NBA Playoffs! Perk talks about his jump from high school to the NBA (in the same year as LeBron), his prediction for Lakers/Suns, why he feels Chris Paul should be named MVP, Damian Lillard?s record night, his social media exchange with Jusuf Nurkic, Kyrie Irving?s ?mood swings?, Mike Conley vs Ja Morant, treatment of black quarterbacks vs white quarterbacks, the main issue with the Sixers, the Mavs? slide vs. the Clippers, ?Ice Trae?, his worst free throw line moment, and why he says the BUCKS will come out of the Eastern Conference!

BONUS EPISODE! NBA playoffs are HOT! So Michael invites NBA Hall Of Famer & his lifelong best friend Mitch Richmond to break down all the action! Michael opens the show with his reaction to yesterday?s MIP SPECIAL with Greg Jennings, and gives his thoughts on the recent fan incidents with Russell Westbrook & Trae Young, Kyrie Irving?s comments ahead of his return to Boston, & whether the Kawhi project in Los Angeles is over if they don?t make the finals in today?s ?MIP Report?. Next, Mike & Mitch (37:00)go down memory lane discussing their teenage years on the neighborhood basketball courts, and the guys break down every playoff series! Mitch also gives his thoughts on the young talent around the league, the recent fan incidents, the toughest city to play in, playing with Kobe Bryant his final year in the league, his MVP pick, the key to each series, and says New York basketball is BACK!

MIP SPECIAL! Michael Irvin invites FOX Sports analyst & former Packers WR Greg Jennings to discuss the latest in the Aaron Rodgers saga. Greg Jennings (12:15) discusses how he views the situation between Aaron Rodgers & Green Bay, gives his main takeaways from Rodgers' appearance with Kenny Mayne on ESPN, whether the relationship with the Packers can be mended, what the Packers need to do, and sheds light on his own relationship with his former Quarterback (20:00) and how he feels about it today(23:10). Plus, Mike & Greg discuss Shannon Sharp calling Julio Jones (40:15) on live tv, his situation in Atlanta & possible landing spots, and whether or not the Cleveland Browns really NEED Odell Beckham Jr.(44:15)

Mike says Tim Tebow signing with the Jags is a good move for Jacksonville(and one thing he doesn't like), and he reacts to the NBA Play-In games - LeBron's one-eyed performance, Jayson Tatum drops 50, & what he's hoping to see in the later rounds in this week's "MIP Report". Next, Playmaker chats with 3x Super Bowl Champ with the New England Patriots ? Julian Edelman (24:00) about his decision to retire from the NFL after 12 years(27:15), Tom Brady trolling his return(40:25), how he feels about his Hall Of Fame bid(01:03:20), his thoughts on the new era Patriots(49:50), Cam Newton vs Mac Jones(55:40), going to FIVE Super Bowls in 12 years, his next chapter joining Mike on ?Inside the NFL? on Showtime, players opting out of practice(27:15), and so much more! Jules describes specifically what went wrong with his knee, the difference between Cam & Tom, whether he thinks the Pats will ever have another dynasty as big again, and why it?s so hard for players to make it in New England.

Michael talks 2021 NFL schedule release, Cowboys? Week 1 matchup vs the champs (1:29), Tom?s return to New England in Week 4 (7:20), Aaron Rodgers? beef with the Packers (13:15) & why the situation is different from Russell Wilson & the Seahawks, Tim Tebow signing with the Jaguars (19:34) & the Colin Kaepernick comparisons in this week?s ?MIP Report?. Plus, 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan (25:00) opens up about his journey to HC, reaction to the schedule, thoughts on the 17th regular season game, the team?s decision to pursue a QB in the offseason (36:20), moving up in the draft, sheds light on their No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance & the potential QB competition between he & Jimmy Garoppolo(41:00), the Aaron Rodgers & Julio Jones to SF rumors (51:00), his father Mike finding ESPN.com, the importance of Nick Bosa?s return(59:00), and much more!

NFL DRAFT EXCLUSIVE! Playmaker catches up with Dallas Cowboys First Round pick - Micah Parsons - TEN MINUTES before his first official presser as a Cowboy! Hear Micah's reaction to living out his lifelong dream of becoming a COWBOY!!! FIRST, Michael recaps the big picks from Round 1 of the 2021 NFL Draft (5:05) on the "MIP Report". Hear Mike's thoughts on Trevor Lawrence to Jacksonville, Zack Wilson to New York, Trey Lance to San Francisco, Chicago moving up to take Justin Fields, & Mac Jones to New England! NEXT, Michael chats with Micah about his draft experience, what he adds to the defense, aspirations as a rookie, who he models his game after, Super Bowl aspirations, and much more!

MIP Draft Special! Michael Irvin takes you inside the Cowboys War Room ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft with Cowboys CEO Stephen Jones! Michael gives all his thoughts and emotions heading into this year?s LIVE NFL Draft in Cleveland! Michael asks Stephen Jones(18:30) about the Cowboys expectations heading into this year?s draft, the process of signing Dak Prescott to a long-term deal, his thoughts on moving up for TE Kyle Pitts, LB Sean Lee?s retirement, how they plan to address the defensive issues, thoughts on criticisms of Zeke Elliot & Jaylon Smith, relationship with his father Jerry Jones, and whether or not he has any draft superstitions!

Michael Irvin & Kurt Warner get you ready for the NFL Draft! First, Mike discusses this year's quarterback-heavy draft, a few of the NFL's new rule changes, a potential issues with number changes, and a sendoff for Alex Smith in this week's "MIP Report". Next, Playmaker invites fellow Hall Of Famer & NFL GameDay co-host Kurt Warner (22:15) to break down his Top 5 QB's in next week's NFL Draft(41:20)! Mike & Kurt discuss Alex Smith's legacy(24:00), how Alex Smith & Aaron Rodgers' paths in the NFL differed(27:05), how Kurt views the number changes(37:15), the new age Quarterback(48:00), how teams view a Quarterback's processing & how he views each QB. PLUS, Kurt gives his scouting report on each of his top 5 QBs (42:48) - Trevor Lawrence(01:19:30), Zack Wilson(01:11:00), Justin Fields(54:10), Mac Jones(01:00:50), & Trey Lance(42:45).

Playmaker chats with Jaguars HC Urban Meyer about their plans for the NFL Draft! First, Mike discusses Julian Edelman's retirement & Hall Of Fame status, proposes a new idea for receivers in the Hall Of Fame, why he doesn't like teams opting out of voluntary workouts, and Conor McGregor x Dustin Poirier III in this week's "MIP Report". Next, Mike then chats with Jags HC Urban Meyer (29:20) about their plans for the No. 1 pick in the draft(33:35), his biggest obstacles transitioning from College to Pro(35:40), his relationship with Jimmy Johnson, how he plans to change the team culture(37:05), what went into his decision to finally try the NFL(42:42), issues he has with College Football(48:27), what he sees in Trevor Lawrence (56:26), Alex Smith (01:04:33), and so much more!

Today on the "MIP Report", Playmaker reacts to the Final Four & National Championship games, and gives his thoughts on the Jets decision to trade QB Sam Darnold to the Panthers; plus new developments in the Deshaun Watson story. Then, Michael Irvin chats with Steelers star WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (15:30) about his decision to resign with Pittsburgh, why he chose less money to stay, his conversations with Big Ben, where he WOULD?VE gone had he not chose to stay, his thoughts on last season ? their 11-0 start versus how it ended, thoughts on the upcoming draft, and more! Hear JuJu discuss where his relationship stands with Antonio Brown(34:25), his TikTok controversy and media reaction, relationship with Chase Claypool, Mike Tomlin tales, and how he went from John Smith, to JuJu Smith-Schuster!

Michael Irvin breaks down the implications of the newly adopted 17-game season, the Tampa Bay Bucs re-signing all 22 starters (12:35) & Antonio Brown's current situation in "The MIP Report". PLUS, Michael chats with Dallas Mavs Owner Mark Cuban (21:20) about a deal that never got done, his hurdles to buying the Mavs, their 2011 championship run, how Dirk Nowitzki changed the league, the rise of Luka Doncic, the Kristaps Porzingis trade rumors, his relationship with Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones, his opinion on the Nets (40:00), Covid vaccines & the return of fans (41:15), and what he would've handled the COVID-19 pandemic if he were president(42:45).

Not one but TWO Up-And-Coming NFL Superstars join the MIP! Michael starts the show with a brand new segment, "The MIP Report"! Today on The MIP Report, Playmaker discusses Brett Favre's pain killer addiction admission on his podcast "Bolling with Favre"(2:30), and what the Dallas Cowboys NEED to do in the upcoming 2021 Draft! (8:20) Next, Michael chats with Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor (16:30) about his draft process last year, his rookie season, a funny Phillip Rivers story(22:40), his reaction to QB Carson Wentz signing with the team(25:45), T.Y. Hilton's re-signing, relationship with WR Michael Pittman, and more! Then, Michael chats with Alabama CB Pat Surtain II & his father, former NFL'er Pat Surtain Sr. (33:20) about the 2021 NFL Draft process, their relationship, Pat Jr.'s upbringing, his pro day, Michael makes his pitch for the Cowboys, the possibility of teaming back up with former teammate Trevon Diggs on the Cowboys, what he brings to the table coming from Alabama, playing for Nick Saban, and much more! NEXT WEEK, Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban!

Michael Irvin chats with the Original Insider & FOX host Jay Glazer about his work in the mental health space, Drew Brees retirement, and more! FIRST, Mike's talking the scariest move he's seen so far in Free Agency, bids farewell to Andy Dalton(5:18), the Deshaun Watson allegations, Texans signing QB Tyrod Taylor(8:12), and Belichick's master plan in New England(10:00). Next, Michael chats with Jay Glazer(13:55) about his lifelong friendship with Michael Strahan, his own mental health journey, the genesis of his MVP group (Merging Vets & Players), issues players & veterans face after playing/service, Chuck Lidell & Randy Couture tales, conversations with Drew Brees (41:20) around his retirement, the evolution of the sports reporting business, and much more! PLUS, Playmaker gives a proper sendoff to the future Hall of Famer - Drew Brees. (57:35)

Michael Irvin chats with Chicago Bears WR Allen Robinson - ten minutes after being Franchise Tagged! Mike starts off the show celebrating Dak Prescott's new contract with the Cowboys, his Dak Prescott/Tom Brady comparison analogy, and he comments on other non-tagging situations(16:45). Mike catches up with Allen Robinson (21:20) right after hearing the news he had been franchise tagged by the Bears. Michael asks Allen's thoughts on the situation, how he felt through the process, Free Agency, long-term aspirations, his Andre Drummond tweet, thoughts his QBs Nick Foles & MItchell Trubisky(46:40), the Russell Wilson/Bears rumors(53:00), and more!

Mike starts off the show addressing his comments about the Dak Prescott situation in Dallas, plus Russell Wilson's camp 'not' asking for a trade but giving teams he's willing to go to, and JJ Watt electing to go to the Arizona Cardinals after being granted his release from the Texans. PLUS, Mike covers it ALL with former UFC welterweight champ Colby Covington! From his desire to rematch Kamaru Usman, the fight with Jorge Masvidal, his next moves, his beef with LeBron James, his pornstar nickname, what he thinks of Jake & Logan Paul in boxing, and his predictions for UFC 259! Colby also talks about his controversial last fight with Usman, Amanda Nunez & Rhonda Rousey's legacies, and the last time he talked to Trump.

Michael Irvin chats with friend & NFL Network co-host Rich Eisen about the wild 2020 NFL Season we experienced. From how it started, to how it ended; Michael & Rich relive great moments on NFL GameDay, their experience at Super Bowl LV, the social injustice movement & personal experiences, the heavy offseason QB movement, "Tom Brady effect" and ramifications, the Rams/Lions trade, Carson Wentz to the Colts, and Patrick Mahomes vs. the new threshold of greatness. Hear Rich's thoughts on the Stafford/Goff trade & why he likes the move for both teams, Michael Pittman not giving up his number for Carson Wentz, the kid at Cam Newton's camp, his stand-up comedy days, and more! Rich tells us about his first ever Super Bowl experience, how this Super Bowl compares to others, his journey into broadcasting and memories of working alongside the late-great Stuart Scott! PLUS, the Dez catch, the tuck rule, the end zone rule, Friends, Seinfeld, and more from the master of articulating of the human journey.

The Super Bowl LV parade continues on the MIP with Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians! FIRST, Mike talks about JJ Watt's release from the Texans, Russell Wilson's camp upset in Seattle, and the looming Dak Prescott situation in Dallas. NEXT, Playmaker chats with Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians(22:30) about the victory, the boat parade, his aspirations to keep the team together, Tom's pre-game speech(29:30), his diverse coaching staff, the team's social injustice initiative, his journey with great QBs, the "No Risk It, No Biscuit Offense", the moment he knew the Bucs would land Tom Brady(43:00), Antonio Brown's path to signing with the team(45:00), Mike Evans' record year(48:45), the "Goin for Two" slogan, and his long journey of coaching. Hear coach describe the process of recruiting Tom Brady, helping Mike Evans reach his record 7th 1,000 yard season, and more!

Playmaker chats with Super Bowl LV winner Mike Evans! FIRST, Mike takes us thru his week in Tampa! NEXT, Mike & Mike (27:15) discuss Super Bowl LV, his experience in the boat parade, texts from Tom Brady during SB week, passing Randy Moss for 7 straight 1k seasons, his thoughts on restructuring his contract, how his father's tragic death propels him forward, his relationship with Coach Bruce Arians, the diverse coaching staff, lessons he's learned from Tom Brady, thoughts on his future, and his philanthropic work with the "Mike Evans Family Foundation". PLUS, Mike crowns the real MVP, "The Playmaker of the Super Bowl".(01:05:05)

Playmaker chats with #55 about Super Bowl 55! Mike opens the show discussing the Matthew Stafford/Jared Goff trade, & gives his take on Brett Favre & Dick Vermeil's comments on Deshaun Watson(10:30). NEXT, Mike & Willie McGinest(20:45) discuss Brady's first Super Bowl against the Rams(22:45), the "Brady vs Belichick" narrative(26:40), the "young goat" oxymoron(33:40), Tom's rookie year(37:25), a Tom Brady headbutting story(42:00), and they break down the key factors for Super Bowl 55(44:40)! PLUS, Michael shares a word on Marty Schottenheimer(01:00:00).

Michael Irvin chats with Kansas City Chiefs Legend Tony Gonzalez! (33:40) FIRST, Mike breaks down Bills @ Chiefs (1:20), Travis Kelce breaking Mike's Championship Round Reception record(3:55), Bucs @ Packers(11:30), Aaron Rodgers rumors(18:18), expected QB movement around the league(22:12), SB LV Pre-Preview(26:00), and Bell & Brown both make the Super Bowl(30:00). NEXT, The Playmaker chats with fellow 88 Tony Gonzalez(33:40) about Brady's continued success(36:45), Aaron Rodgers situation(44:40), break down os Super Bowl LV(51:37), his Top three TEs (50:10), Deshaun Watson's beef with the Texans(55:00), Lions decision to move Matthew Stafford(58:40), and his Super Bowl X-Factor!(01:08:55). PLUS, Mike reacts to Jason Witten's retirement announcement(01:13:00), and crowns the Conference Championship Round Playmaker of the Week!!(01:15:05)

Michael Irvin chats with Baltimore Ravens DT Calais Campbell! (35:10) FIRST, Mike reviews last Sunday's Divisional Round(4:00), previews the Conference Championship Round(18:12), and Max Holloway's record breaking win over Calvin Kattar in the UFC(27:00). NEXT, Mike & Calais discuss Sunday?s loss to the Bills (38:42), the Ravens season, his move to Baltimore(41:20), his first impressions of Lamar Jackson (48:15) & his future, how many seasons he has left(54:00), Phillip Rivers? career(01:05:30), and the guys preview Sunday?s games(58:45)! Hear Calais? thoughts on the toughest running backs he faced in his career(43:26), former teammates Tyrann Mathieu & Leonard Fournette(01:01:40), and who makes it to Super Bowl LV! PLUS, Mike shares his thoughts on Phillip Rivers' retirement (01:09:20) announcement, and crowns the "Divisional Round Playmaker of the Week"!(01:14:10)

Michael chats with his QB Troy Aikman about the Cowboys new hire! FIRST, Michael discusses Nick Saban's 7th National Title(1:20), Jaylen Waddle's return(5:10), Cowboys hiring Dan Quinn(8:23), Eagles firing HC Doug Pederson(10:56), and he breaks down this weekend's Divisional Round - Rams @ Packers (13:23), Ravens @ Colts (17:50), Browns @ Chiefs (21:38), & Bucs @ Saints (23:50)! NEXT, Playmaker chats with Troy Aikman (28:30) about his first ever game in the broadcast booth(30:55), the Cowboys hiring Dan Quinn as Defensive Coordinator(37:20), Eagles firing Head Coach Doug Pederson(39:42), Taylor Heinicke?s performance against the Bucs(44:55), and the guys break down the Divisional Round!(46:24) Hear Troy?s thoughts on Tom Brady & Antonio Brown(34:17), Carson Wentz(40:51), the Rams key to beating the Packers in Lambeau(46:24), Ravens @ Bills(47:41), Baker Mayfield(54:50), Brees vs Brady(58:54), Drew Brees? legacy(01:03:20), and who he thinks is the team to beat the Chiefs!(57:46) PLUS, don't miss Mike's Super Wild Card Weekend "Playmaker Of The Week" (01:05:50)!

Playoff time! So Mike called up not one but TWO fellow Hall of Famers to help kick this off! The Playmaker chats with Eric Dickerson (29:00) about Derrick Henry becoming the 8th player to reach the 2k rushing mark in a season, and Warren Sapp (48:10) about his Tampa Bay Bucs' chances to be the first team to take home the ship in their own city! FIRST, Mike breaks down EVERY game for Wild Card Weekend, and who he thinks will move on. THEN, Mike chats with Eric Dickerson about Derrick Henry's 2k accomplishment, Cooper Kupp's return for the Rams, Jared Goff & John Wolford, the MVP, and the Rams chances in Seattle! NEXT, Mike checks in with fellow Miami Hurricane Warren Sapp about his Bucs' shot at the ship, who he thinks is the best defense in the playoffs, what teams have the best shot of winning it all, Chase Young, and more! PLUS, Mike crowns the "Playmaker Of The Year" (01:12:40) for the 2020 season.

Michael chats with Cleveland Browns WR Rashard Higgins! Michael discusses the Cowboys playoff hopes, Alvin Kamara's six TDs on Xmas, Dwayne Haskins being waived by WFT, Fitzmagic's comeback win over the Raiders, the Steelers comeback win over the Colts, and more in "Big Deal, No Big Deal". PLUS, Playmaker chats with Rashard Higgins (19:00) about why he and other receivers were held out of last week's game & current status. Mike & Rashard talk about this season for the Browns, his relationship with Baker Mayfield & Jarvis Landry, his journey with the team the last four years, this week's game vs the Steelers, playoff hopes, and more! Don't miss the "Playmaker of the Week" at the end of the podcast! (48:30)

Michael opens the show by paying tribute to the late Kevin Greene. Dwayne Hawkins, the Steelers' 3-game slide, Cowboys win over the 49ers, the Bills win AFC East for the first time in 25 years, Patriots miss the playoffs, and the Jets win over the Rams lead the headlines in "Big Deal, No Big Deal" (5:45). PLUS, The Playmaker chats with Buffalo Bills star Wide Receiver Stefon Diggs! (24:00) Stef talks about the inspiration behind the letter to his younger brother Trevon Diggs of the Cowboys(24:30), his experience since arriving in Buffalo (30:30), his exit from Minnesota (33:00), building a relationship with QB Josh Allen (43:55) & why he says it works so well, his relationship with his former QBs (48:00), how other receivers Cole Beasley & John Brown embraced him (37:00), his thoughts on the Chiefs(41:31), Clinching the AFC East (49:50), the Bills-Pats rivalry (52:40), and so much more! Finally, Mike puts the spotlight on "The Playmakers of the Week" (57:18).

Michael Irvin discusses the wild Ravens/Browns MNF game, Jalen Hurts debut, the Packers clinching NFC North title, the Cowboys win, Rob Gronkowski passes Calvin Johnson, & the Colts top Raiders in "Big Deal, No Big Deal". PLUS, Playmaker chats with Tampa Bay Bucs RB LeSean McCoy! (15:40) The Playmaker & Shady talk about this year?s Bucs, his early years playing with Michael Vick, going from playing with Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady, his relationship with Antonio Brown & what his addition to the team has been like, his relationship with Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, the Bucs remaining schedule & Super Bowl hopes, how he got his nickname ?Shady?, playing during COVID without fans, the Bucs? WR core, & his future in football! Hear LeSean talk about the different leadership styles of Patrick Mahomes vs Tom Brady, his thoughts on Bills QB Josh Allen, his relationship with Frank Gore, how his team role has changed over the years, and more! PLUS, who's the Playmaker of the Week?

Michael discusses Aaron Rodgers? latest milestone, why he thinks Carson Wentz may never start another game for Philly(2:19), Rams win over Cards, Steelers no longer undefeated, Baker Mayfield?s big weekend, Giants win over the Seahawks in ?Big Deal, No Big Deal?. PLUS, The Playmaker chats with Arizona Cardinals WR, future HOF?er & all around class act - Larry Fitzgerald! (18:30) Larry talks about his first day back at practice after having Covid-19(21:25), the up & down season for the Cards, playing with Kyler Murray & DeAndre Hopkins, how he feels the NFL has handled COVID, his thoughts on the top receivers in the league(48:00), how close he feels the Cards are from a Super Bowl(01:01:10), the NFC West this year, and the game against the Giants this week!(01:08:20) Hear Larry describe life as ball boy for the Vikings at 12 y/o, getting to learn from Cris Carter & Randy Moss(36:30), as well as Kirby Puckett & Kevin Garnett, and who he says is the toughest player he ever faced(01:05:15)! Make sure you catch Mike?s ?Playmaker of the Week? at the end of the episode! (01:10:55)