Hot Takedown assesses the NFL's rapid evolution on player protests and the NBA's plans to reopen in Disney World. Plus, a Rabbit Hole on fake players.

What Can Sports Do?

Jun 2nd, 2020 42m 40s

Hot Takedown discusses the sports world's response to the ongoing protests against police brutality towards black Americans.

Show Me The Money(ball)

May 26th, 2020 49m 43s

Hot Takedown looks at the negotiations between MLB players and owners, and examines why golf has already made a successful comeback. Plus one last "Last Dance" Rabbit Hole.

Shall We Last Dance?

May 19th, 2020 52m 56s

Hot Takedown unpacks how truthful, and useful, the Michael Jordan docu-series is and debates some potential NFL diversity hiring incentives. Plus, a cricket-themed Rabbit Hole

Live Sports? In This Economy?

May 12th, 2020 48m 2s

Hot Takedown covers a new poll about what fans need to feel safe at live sporting events and discuss how it applies to the NBA. Then, an NCAA bribery Rabbit Hole, as a treat.

U.S. Soccer's Big Day In Court

May 5th, 2020 53m 14s

Hot Takedown talks to The Athletic's Meg Linehan about the latest news in the USWNT's lawsuit, and surveys which American leagues might be closest to reopening.

Jordan Love Is A Battlefield

Apr 28th, 2020 49m 42s

Hot Takedown covers the results of the NFL draft, Twitter drama about sports drafts, and a classic games Rabbit Hole.

Bringing Down The Krause

Apr 21st, 2020 52m 58s

Hot Takedown discusses where the NFL draft will get interesting, what's interesting about the new Michael Jordan documentary, and a rules-lawyering Rabbit Hole.

Time To Get Weird, Sports Leagues

Apr 14th, 2020 49m 58s

Hot Takedown talks prospects for the WNBA draft this week and prospects for the NBA generally. Then, author Brad Balukjian joins for a special baseball Rabbit Hole.

Going The Social Distance

Apr 7th, 2020 49m 5s

This week we discuss whether the president can help U.S. sports leagues restart and wrap up our NCAA tournament, then special guest Emily Scherer tackles the Rabbit Hole.

Reality TV Is Our Only Hope For Hoops

Mar 31st, 2020 48m 4s

Hot Takedown talks about how the NBA might end its hiatus, the NCAA extending eligibility for student athletes, and an iRacing (i)Rabbit Hole.

Olympic Flame-Out

Mar 24th, 2020 46m 24s

It's been another big week of cancellations in sports, so the Hot Takedown team reacts to the postponement of the Olympic Games.

2020: A Sports-Less Odyssey

Mar 17th, 2020 49m 14s

Hot Takedown looks at the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on both leagues and fans, and our Rabbit Hole remembers when sports were stopped in the past.

Live from Sloan: How Has RAPTOR Done So Far?

Mar 10th, 2020 50m 55s

Last week, Nate Silver joined Hot Takedown on stage to discuss how RAPTOR has performed this NBA season. Plus, a Rabbit Hole on the unconventional way some players get paid.

"Anybody Can Make The Final Four"

Mar 3rd, 2020 58m 39s

Hot Takedown discusses the chaos in men's college basketball and who our model believes should be NBA Rookie of the Year. Plus, a Rabbit Hole from spring training.

"The Great 8 Is Better Than The Great One"

Feb 25th, 2020 54m 49s

In Sara's absence, Neil and Geoff discuss too much hockey and debate the merits of era adjusting records. The Athletic's Meg Linehan unpacks the latest in the USWNT lawsuit.

"They Fixed The NBA All-Star Game"

Feb 18th, 2020 51m 53s

Changes to the NBA All-Star Game were well received but we have a few more ideas to improve the weekend. Plus, Manchester City's scandal and a Rabbit Hole on NFL dynasties.

Kobe Bryant: On and Off The Court

Feb 11th, 2020 47m 14s

Hot Takedown examines the full scope of Kobe Bryant's legacy and our Rabbit Hole celebrates some very bad hockey teams.

"The Niners Choked"

Feb 4th, 2020 55m 13s

A close look at the Chiefs' Super Bowl comeback, why the Red Sox might trade Mookie Bets and a Rabbit Hole on improbable brawls.

"Will Jimmy Garoppolo Be The Hero?"

Jan 28th, 2020 55m 39s

Our Super Bowl Special! What to expect from the 49ers and the Chiefs this Sunday, the next frontier of football analytics and a Rabbit Hole on an unconventional champion.

Sign Stealing: Worse Than Steroids!

Jan 21st, 2020 58m 34s

The Astros sign-stealing scandal is back in the headlines and we're still not convinced it's worth the hype. Our Rabbit Hole examines the limitations of the Rooney Rule.

"The Ravens Always Choke"

Jan 14th, 2020 1h 2m

The Titans pulled off the largest NFL playoff upset (according to Elo), social media is transforming how we cover the NBA and a Rabbit Hole on what the NHL is doing right.