Swagu

Swagu discusses the tension in the Philadelphia Eagles' locker room, Deebo Samuel's frustration, the tense exchange between Brett Favre and Mark Gastineau, Bill Belichick's interest in the UNC job, AJ Dybantsa committing to BYU, and Juan Soto's record-breaking deal. 0:00 Welcome 1:51 Brandon Graham's says AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts used to be friends 9:07 Deebo Samuel wants the ball 13:29 Tense exchange between Brett Favre and Mark Gastineau 17:08 Bill Belichick's interest in the UNC job 22:13 AJ Dybantsa commits to BYU 26:41 Juan Soto breaks the bank Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu takes the NFL to task for its statement announcing the 3-game suspension for Azeez Al-Shaair, says that flag planting in college football is dumb and diabolical, laughs at the outrage around the 12-team playoff in college football, commends Ja Morant for prioritizing his long term health, and shouts out his daughter for being named the MaxPreps National Volleyball Player of the Year. 0:00 Welcome 0:54 NFL statement on Azeez Al-Shaair went too far 9:14 Flag planting in college football is dumb 13:34 CFP anger index 22:03 Ja Morant choosing not to dunk 24:31 Macaria Spears named 2024 MaxPreps National Volleyball Player of the Year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu discusses the Browns win over the Steelers on TNF, the Harbaugh Bowl on MNF, Travis Hunter's plan to play both ways in the NFL, why Fred Taylor should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and what his Thanksgiving set up will look like. 0:00 Welcome 0:25 Browns win over the Steelers 5:46 Harbaugh Bowl 10:15 Travis Hunter planning to play both ways in the NFL 17:35 Fred Taylor belongs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame 20:26 What Swagu's Thanksgiving set up will look like Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu discusses Lakers' rookie Dalton Knecht making 9 3s in a win over the Jazz, another incident involving Draymond Green, the Jets firing their GM, the Giants turning to Tommy DeVito, Bo Nix balling in Denver, and a proud dad moment. 0:37 Lakers reel off 6th straight win 6:46 Another Draymond Green incident 13:53 Jets fire GM Joe Douglas 22:22 Daniel Jones benched 24:40 Bo Nix balling 27:18 Proud dad moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu discusses how Lamar Jackson is still underrated in the grand scheme of things even though he's in line for a 3rd MVP, how the Bears need to put the right coach around Caleb Williams, how the Warriors gave Klay the return he deserved, how Embiid looked out of it, how Cooper Flagg arrived in a loss, and how he'd fix the Cowboys. 1:10- We need to acknowledge and appreciate Lamar Jackson's brilliance 11:20- Bears fire Shane Waldron 18:28- Michael Strahan non-troversy 26:52- Klay's return to Golden State 31:10- Embiid looked gassed in season debut 35:55- Cooper Flagg is here 42:36- how Swagu would fix the Cowboys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu discusses the impact DeAndre Hopkins has already had on the Chiefs, the Commanders trading for Marshon Lattimore, the Lions adding Zadarius Smith, and the Cowboys giving up too much for Jonathan Mingo. Plus, Joel Embiid had every right to be upset at that article in the Philadelphia Inquirer. 1:48- DeAndre Hopkins is the perfect fit in Kansas City 5:20- Commanders land Lattimore 8:25- Lions add Zadarius Smith 10:08- Cowboys trade for Mingo 13:10- Joel Embiid vs. Reporter 21:53- Election reaction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears talks about last night's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Texans and the Jets and Garrett Wilson's incredible touchdown catch, Victor Wembanyama getting another 5x5 game, and what's going on in Milwaukee between Dame and Giannis. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears discusses his viral throw on NFL Countdown, Anthony Richardson being benched after taking himself out for a play against the Texans, Russell Wilson having a career resurgence with Mike Tomlin and the Steelers, and JJ Redick's impressive start to his coaching career. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears breakdown the controversy following the Rams vs. Vikings TNF game, previews the World Series and the pivotal matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco. 49ers, and if Alex Ovechkin can break the NHL all-time scoring record. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu discusses Bronny and LeBron making history by becoming the first father-son duo in NBA history, the Chiefs trading for former All-Pro Wide Receiver Deandre Hopkins, if Lamar Jackson is en route to his third NFL MVP award, and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears is joined by 35 Ventures CEO Rich Kleiman to discuss the importance of building relationships, the intersection of business in sports, music, and entertainment, and what it means to be a successful businessperson. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu reacts to the Thursday Night Football matchup between the 49ers and the Seahawks, previews Sunday's clash between the Ravens and the Commanders, breaks down an incredible Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, and celebrates LeBron and Bronny James getting to be on the same team this season and the Boozer twins both going to Duke. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swagu break down why the New York Jets decided to fire Robert Saleh and discusses if it was a good decision, the Browns being stuck between a rock and a hard place with Deshaun Watson's contract, and what team Davante Adams should want to get traded to. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears reacts to Micah Parsons being carted off the field and shares his mixed emotions about the Dallas Cowboys’ narrow win over the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football. Then, Roy Wood Jr. and Swagu discuss the intersection of sports and stand-up comedy, Tua Tagovailoa's NFL future and make World Series predictions. Tap in, Family! 0:00 Welcome back to The Swagu Podcast! 0:30 Swagu reacts to Cowboys-Giants 4:57 Marcus Spears and Roy Wood Jr. discuss the art of sports analysis and comedy, Roy's love for baseball and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears GOES OFF on the Cowboys ahead of their Week 4 matchup vs. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, cringes at the awkward moment between Aaron Rodgers and Jets head coach Robert Saleh during Thursday Night Football and speaks his mind on Mel Kiper Jr.’s proposal for a controversial rule change in the NFL. Tap in, Family! 0:00 Why Marcus is scared for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys 9:22 Aaron Rodgers dazzles vs. Patriots & Saleh’s awkward hug 16:49 Former DE Marcus Spears sounds OFF on Kiper’s proposed rule change 26:12 8-year-old drives to Target by herself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears gets the last laugh, telling Eagles fans to “HOLD THAT L” after being trolled in Philly, sounds OFF on the Carolina Panthers benching QB Bryce Young and weighs in on the real reason behind Ja’Marr Chase’s on-field outburst on Episode 5 of “Swagu.” 0:00 Welcome back to The Swagu Podcast! 0:30 Marcus relives being heckled by Eagles fans in Philly 6:14 Jason Kelce’s homecoming and fashion sense 12:53 Why Swagu blames the Panthers for setting Bryce Young up for failure 28:50 A deeper dive into Ja’Marr Chase’s outburst 38:00 Swagu wants to see an end to this controversial celebration in football 41:35 Giving A’ja Wilson her flowers 46:36 Marcus shares his experience working with Adrian Wojnarowski following news of Woj’s latest career move Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tap in, family! Marcus Spears weighs in on the Bills’ dominant performance in Miami and gets emotional while addressing the latest concussion suffered by Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa. Marcus is also joined by motivational speaker, Inky Johnson, for a must-listen, inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity and the power of mentorship. 0:00 Welcome back to The Swagu Podcast 0:30 Bills defeat the Dolphins in Miami 8:49 Marcus on Mike McDaniel’s sweet gesture to Tua Tagovailoa following the QBs injury 13:10 Should Tua consider retirement? 23:23 Former Tennessee DB Inky Johnson shares his journey from surviving a tragic football injury to becoming a highly sought-after motivational speaker 1:06:31 Thank you for watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears is devastated over Lil Wayne being snubbed for the Super Bowl halftime show, fired up about Coach Prime and thrilled by the action around the NFL in Week 1! Marcus also weighs in on Tyreek Hill’s traffic stop and more on Episode 3 of the Swagu Podcast. 0:00 Welcome back to the Swagu Podcast! 1:04 Reacting to Dak Prescott’s big pay day and the biggest Week 1 storylines 8:51 Marcus discusses Tyreek Hill’s traffic stop 24:26 Swagu sounds off on Coach Prime and Colorado football 32:44 Swagu reacts to Kendrick Lamar headlining the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans 38:31 Marcus addresses viral video and more while answering your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marcus Spears reacts to the Ravens-Chiefs season opener on the second installment of “Swagu” and shares what he’s looking forward to when the Eagles face the Packers in Brazil. Swagu also walks us through his pregame rituals ahead of Monday Night Countdown when Aaron Rodgers and the Jets meet Brock Purdy and the 49ers in The Bay, all while laying out his biggest airport “pet peeves”. 0:00 Welcome to Swagu! 1:17 Recapping the Chiefs-Ravens season opener 6:49 Swagu is pumped for Eagles vs. Packers in Brazil 12:04 Looking ahead to Monday Night Football when the Jets face the 49ers 22:11 Swagu’s airport pet peeves 26:35 A message of love after a tough week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don’t be fooled by his TV suit. Former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman and LSU national champion Marcus Spears aka "Swagu" is keeping it real and offering candid thoughts on sports, culture and everything in between. He'll be going way beyond the playbook twice a week with rotating guests from the sports world and beyond! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices