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  • Quarterback matchmaker: 8 QB landing spots for needy teams (Dolphins, Jets, Vikings & more)

    Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive on the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL to determine who will be starting for them Week 1. The duo start with their reactions to the latest coordinator hires around the NFL, including the Seattle Seahawks finding their Klint Kubiak replacement in new OC Brian Fleury.

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    Next, Nate & Matt play quarterback matchmaker for the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL. The two hosts start with deep dives on the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins (would Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill be interesting names in the free agent market?), Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns.

    Later, Nate & Matt find quarterback matches for the Indianapolis Colts (franchise tag Daniel Jones?), Minnesota Vikings (will JJ McCarthy get another shot?), Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons.

    (4:50) – Latest coordinator hire reactions

    (16:40) – QB matchmaker: Jets

    (29:20) – QB matchmaker: Dolphins

    (40:10) – QB matchmaker: Steelers

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    (46:20) – QB matchmaker: Browns

    (57:30) – QB matchmaker: Colts

    (1:05:40) – QB matchmaker: Vikings

    (1:17:40) – QB matchmaker: Cardinals

    (1:22:50) – QB matchmaker: Falcons

    MIAMI GARDENS, FL - DECEMBER 21: Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field following pregame warmups before the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

    MIAMI GARDENS, FL – DECEMBER 21: Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field following pregame warmups before the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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  • Player development deep-dive, Embiid’s resurgence, CP3’s legacy & more with Drew Hanlen

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    NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen joins Kevin O’Connor to break down the season’s hottest topics, from star player development to the reality of tanking in the league. Drew shares inside stories about working with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum and others and explains why self-belief can be both a gift and a curse for rising talent.

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    (0:48) When will Tatum return for Celtics?

    (12:13) Player development & Deni Avdija

    (21:43) Can Hornets maintain their winning ways?

    (26:25) How can NBA stop tanking?

    (31:09) Joel Embiid’s recovery and development

    (43:02) How teams use data & analytics to improve

    (49:03) Chris Paul retires from NBA

    (56:43) How will defensive coaching evolve?

    (01:00:11) Future of the All-Star game

    Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on February 2, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

    Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on February 2, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

    (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

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  • 2026 NFL Draft prospects you NEED to know with Nate Tice & Matt Miller

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    Andrew Siciliano deep dives on the 2026 NFL Draft with Nate Tice & ESPN’s Matt Miller. Andrew kicks things off with Nate Tice as they parse through Nate & Charles McDonald’s latest mock draft and cover a few of the more interesting selections, including EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. going second overall to the New York Jets, RB Jeremiyah Love in the top ten, EDGE David Bailey to the Washington Commanders and more. Next, Andrew & Nate set their sites on Indianapolis for the NFL Combine as Nate gives his top prospects he’s most excited to watch test next week.

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    Later, Andrew is joined by ESPN’s Matt Miller to get his thoughts on the draft (including Ty Simpson, Caleb Downs and more) before talking through his latest NFL mock draft.

    (6:55) – Nate Tice breaks down latest NFL mock draft

    (21:55) – Nate’s top prospects to watch at the NFL Combine

    (44:00) – Matt Miller talks latest NFL mock draft

    MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers takes the field during pregame warmups before the 2026 CFP National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

    MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers takes the field during pregame warmups before the 2026 CFP National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

    (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

    Inside Coverage would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports’ NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor’s legacy in one of three ways:

    • Buy an “All-Juice Team” hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.

    • Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor

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    • Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.”

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  • Key second half storylines with Tom Haberstroh! Plus: faith in Luka, irrelevant Warriors and Prince’s invitation with Claire De Lune, Sam Esfandiari & Daman Rangoola

    Today on the Kevin O’Connor show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh to ask some big questions in the NBA world: Are the Houston Rockets done? What teams have the most to prove in the 2nd half of the season? Which young players might break out and which coaches are on the hot seat?

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    Then, the pair look at two of the hottest names in college basketball: Darius Acuff and Darryn Peterson. How does Acuff’s 49-point explosion affect his draft stock? Is Peterson’s self-check-out gambit for Kansas threatening his no. 1 draft pick potential?

    Later, KOC is joined by Daman Rangoola, Sam Esfandiari & Claire De Lune from All-Star Weekend to talk the latest with the Lakers and Warriors. That and more on today’s show!

    (1:11) Contenders with the most to prove
    (13:38) Young players to watch
    (20:26) NBA coaches on the hot seat
    (33:46) Kings decimated by injuries
    (37:12) Darius Acuff drops 49 points vs. Alabama
    (41:44) What’s going on with Darryn Peterson?
    (56:32) Daman Rangoola & Sam Esfandiari join from All-Star
    (1:43:10) Claire De Lune joins from All-Star

    HOUSTON, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 11: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center on February 11, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

    HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 11: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center on February 11, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

    (Jack Gorman)

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  • Answering the NFL offseason’s biggest questions: Giants draft plans, Patriots free agency targets & more

    Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to answer the NFL offseason’s biggest looming questions submitted by the audience. The duo start off by diving into the New York Giants’ potential NFL Draft plans with the 5th overall pick, how the Chicago Bears can fix their defensive line and whether or not Brian Daboll is a good fit with QB Cam Ward as the new Tennessee Titans OC.

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    Next, Nate & Charles discuss whether or not the Los Angeles Chargers can fix their offensive line in one offseason, if the Jacksonville Jaguars defense can take a leap next season, who the Denver Broncos should be targeting in free agency (Tyler Allgeier?) and what our expectations for the 2026 Washington Commanders should look like.

    Later, the two hosts wrap up with thoughts on the New England Patriots’ upcoming offseason decisions, why Sean McVay changed to a duo run game style with the Los Angeles Rams, whether Sean McDermott was really the problem with the Buffalo Bills and more.

    (2:40) – Biggest offseason questions: Giants draft plans, Bears DL, Daboll & Cam Ward

    (24:30) – Biggest offseason questions: Chargers OL, Jaguars defense, Broncos, Commanders

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    (44:15) – Biggest offseason questions: Patriots, Rams, Bills & more

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) warms up before the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) warms up before the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

    (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

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  • Gio Savarese’s 2026 MLS Predictions, USMNT World Cup Outlook & Vinícius Jr Racism Debate

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    The Cooligans welcome former MLS head coach and analyst Giovanni Savarese for a deep dive into the 2026 MLS season. Gio shares his predictions, breakout teams to watch, and how the league continues to evolve ahead of a massive 2026 on home soil. The conversation also turns to the USMNT, as the guys assess expectations, pressure, and what success should realistically look like at the 2026 World Cup.

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    Christian and Alexis then tackle the troubling racist incident involving Vinícius Júnior during Real Madrid’s clash with Benfica. They unpack how these situations are currently handled, question whether the responsibility to stop a match unfairly falls on the player experiencing abuse, and debate what meaningful structural changes could better protect players moving forward.

    Finally, it’s a jam-packed Champions League recap. Folarin Balogun shines in a statement performance against Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus suffer a shocking defeat to Galatasaray, and Bodø/Glimt pull off a stunning win over Inter Milan. The boys react to all the drama, surprises, and what these results mean going forward.

    Timestamps:

    (6:30) – 2026 MLS preview and predictions

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    (30:00) – Gio Savarese’s USMNT World Cup outlook

    (39:00) – Vinicius Junior deals with racism again: time for a rule change?

    (59:00) – Folarin Balogun shines in Champions League loss to PSG

    (1:04:30) – Serie A teams suffer shocking Champions League losses

    MLS PREDICTIONS

    MLS PREDICTIONS

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  • Charter Names New COO Ahead of Megamerger

    Charter Names New COO Ahead of Megamerger

    Charter Communications has tapped turnaround specialist Nick Jeffery as its next chief operating officer. He’ll start in the role on Sept. 1.

    Jeffery will lead marketing and sales and field operations as the cable and internet giant looks to bolster its customer service and Spectrum product offerings across Charter’s U.S. footprint. “Nick’s leadership, growth mindset and operational expertise combined with his proven ability to improve customer service across residential, mobile, and B2B markets make him the ideal person to help accelerate Spectrum’s next phase of growth,” Chris Winfrey, Charter president and CEO, said in a statement on Wednesday.

    Jeffery joins Charter from Frontier Communications, where he served as president and CEO since 2021 and led the company out of a bankruptcy proceedings, and before that held the CEO post and led another corporate turnaround at Vodafone UK.

    “He successfully reinvented the consumer and business services reputation of both Frontier and Vodafone by systematically strengthening the customer experience and implementing innovative go-to-market strategies that delivered significant revenue, profitability and customer growth. His experience will be a real asset to our company, and I welcome Nick to the team as we continue to position Spectrum as America’s most reliable and affordable connectivity provider,” Winfrey added.

    Charter has worked to narrow its video and internet subscriber losses while adding to its mobile line customer base as the U.S. TV market remains intensely competitive. The company added video customers in its recent fourth quarter after introducing new pricing and bundled packages in Sept. 2024 amid competition from YouTube and other streaming-era rivals.

    “I am honored to join a connectivity leader at such an exciting moment in its evolution. Spectrum has winning assets with its fully deployed converged network, industry leading video strategy and meaningful investments in network and customer service operations that provide a foundation for further growth. I look forward to partnering with this talented executive team to continue to improve the customer experience, operational performance, and growth across the business,” Jeffery said in his own statement.

    In May 2025, Charter unveiled a $34.5 billion deal with Cox Communications to combine their businesses and create a cable TV giant with greater scale in broadband Internet connectivity and video to take on tech giants in the video and advertising spaces. The transaction is expected to be completed in mid-2026 as Charter works to get regulatory approvals.

  • Is the Berlin Film Festival About to Oust Its Leader?

    Is the Berlin Film Festival About to Oust Its Leader?

    Berlin Film Festival director Tricia Tuttle had a difficult 76th edition of the Berlinale. And now, a German media report suggests she may be on the way out.

    A festival representative didn’t comment on Tuttle’s future on Wednesday. The Berlin fest director has so far overseen two editions of a five-year contract.

    But Bild, Germany’s largest tabloid newspaper, reported on Wednesday that the German minister of state for culture, Wolfram Weimer, has called an extraordinary meeting of the supervisory board of the Kulturveranstaltungen des Bundes in Berlin, or KBB, for Thursday. The KBB is the organization responsible for the management of the Berlinale. 

    The festival rep shared a statement that confirmed this meeting would take place on “Thursday morning.” The statement also detailed: “The meeting will include a discussion on the future direction of the Berlinale. We will not comment on any further speculation.”

    The Berlinale 2026 was marred by controversy upon controversy. At various press conferences, filmmakers were asked targeted political questions, often with little or no connection to the movies being discussed. Critics called out filmmakers and stars for not being vocal enough, particularly on the war in Gaza.

    Eventually, 81 Berlinale alumni, including Tilda Swinton, Javier Bardem, Tatiana Maslany, and Adam McKay, signed an open letter, suggesting that the Berlinale was “censoring artists who oppose Israel’s ongoing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and the German state’s key role in enabling it.” Tuttle, the former director of the London Film Festival, said that was not the case, describing the fest as a space for filmmakers to discuss political or other issues as they see fit.

    Then followed a German political backlash against pro-Palestinian speeches at the closing ceremony on Saturday. Syrian-Palestinian director Abdallah Al-Khatib, winner of the Berlin Perspectives section for his drama Chronicles of a Siege, said the current German government was one of the “partners in the genocide in Gaza by Israel” and added that “the long-awaited day is coming, and when people ask you what happened, tell them: Palestine remembers.”

    The Bild report suggested that this was the reason for Thursday’s meeting. The comments had prompted German environment minister Carsten Schneider to leave the gala in protest. In a statement, a rep for the minister said Schneider “considers these statements unacceptable and therefore left the event during the speech.”

  • Contender power rankings, Cade’s MVP case, Celtics/Lakers lessons, Team USA & Boozer vs. Dybantsa with John Fanta

    On today’s Kevin O’Connor Show, KOC is joined by NBC broadcaster John Fanta to talk everything NBA. They start with Eastern Conference contender power rankings: who’s the number one team in the East? Could Cade Cunningham really be MVP?

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    Then, they turn to Team USA hockey’s gold-medal win against Canada before John tells the story of his call-up to the NBA on NBC by Mike Tirico.

    Plus, they discuss if Anthony Edwards is the face of the league, address the troubles in Phoenix & Houston, and take a look at the top prospects in this year’s fiery draft class.

    That and more, today!

    Eastern Conference Contenders (1:39)
    USA Hockey and John’s NBC Career (43:16)
    Draft Class (1:10:20)

    LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 22: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics talks to head coach Joe Mazulla during the second half of their game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on February 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luiza Moraes/Getty Images)

    LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 22: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics talks to head coach Joe Mazulla during the second half of their game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on February 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luiza Moraes/Getty Images)

    (Luiza Moraes)

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  • Messi Meltdown in LA, EPL Title Race Drama & Is the 2026 World Cup Already Cracking?

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    LAFC sent a loud message in their 3-0 dismantling of Inter Miami, and it wasn’t just about the scoreline. Los Angeles FC looked sharp, organized, and ruthless, while Inter Miami CF looked frustrated and overwhelmed. We break down what went wrong for Miami, what this result means long-term, and whether Lionel Messi’s heated postgame interaction with referees is a sign of deeper cracks. Plus, we recap the rest of MLS opening weekend and highlight the teams that set the tone early.

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    Across the pond, the Premier League title race is heating up once again. Manchester City and Arsenal continue to push each other to the limit at the top of the table. Can City pull off another late surge, or is this finally Arsenal’s year? We examine the remaining fixtures, squad depth, and pressure points that could decide the title.

    Off the pitch, concerns are growing around the 2026 tournament. With New Jersey canceling its World Cup fan zone and Gillette Stadium reportedly resisting FIFA licensing without additional funding, we ask whether the 2026 World Cup is starting to show serious organizational strain. Is this just early logistical turbulence—or a warning sign for what’s ahead?

    Timestamps:

    (7:00) – LAFC thrash Messi and Inter Miami

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    (23:00) – MLS opening weekend recap

    (32:00) – Arsenal and Man City continue to battle in PL title race

    (47:45) – World Cup in danger of falling apart already?

    MESSI-INTER MIAMI

    MESSI-INTER MIAMI

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