Category: first-things-first

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Nick Wright agrees with Favre, Rodgers won’t end his career in Green Bay

Hall of Famer Brett Favre had a conversation with Aaron Rodgers post NFL draft, leading him to believe that the Green Bay Packers may have burned a bridge by bringing on Jordan Love, and Rodgers won’t finish out his career in Green Bay. Hear why Nick Wright agrees, and tells Kevin Wildes and Greg Jennings why he thinks this is an example of some inconsistent decision making on the Packers’ part.

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Nick Wright: Aaron Rodgers has carried the Packers' franchise for the last decade

Nick Wright is fired up after Green Bay Packers Columnist Bob McGinn suggests Matt LaFleur drafted Jordan Love because he “had enough of Aaron Rodgers’ act”. Nick tells Kevin Wildes and Brian Westbrook why he is angry on Rodgers’ behalf, and why he believes Rodgers has been carrying the Packers for many years, even with their refusal to give him offensive weapons.

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Nick Wright & Greg Jennings agree Kansas City won’t suffer from a Super Bowl Hangover

Kansas City Chiefs’ owner Clark Hunt warns that the team will have to guard against a ‘letdown’ after winning the Super Bowl. Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes & Greg Jennings discuss if a ‘Super Bowl Hangover’ could keep Chiefs from repeating last season’s victory. Nick & Greg aren’t worried, and with the amount of returning starters, and some breaking news involving their punter coming out of the Chiefs’ camp, neither think this ‘hang over’ will be an issue.

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Nick Wright: If I’m the Patriots, signing Cam Newton just makes the most sense

The odds that Cam Newton may end up in New England seem to be growing, despite that the Patriots have made no public indication they are interested in the MVP quarterback. Nick Wright tells Kevin Wildes and Greg Jennings why it makes sense for both Cam and the Patriots if he were to join the franchise.

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Chris Broussard: The Last Dance reveals Phil Jackson may be the greatest NBA coach of all time

Last night, episodes 3 & 4 of the Michael Jordan documentary ‘The Last Dance’ premiered, and Chris Broussard joins Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes to give his thoughts on the series. Hear why Nick and Broussard agree that this episode highlighted how grossly under appreciated Isaiah Thomas has been as a player, and why Phil Jackson may be the greatest NBA coach of all time.

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Nick Wright: Packers drafting Jordan Love is a slap in the face to Aaron Rodgers

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes have plenty to talk about after last night’s NFL draft, starting with the Green Bay Packers’ decision to draft former Utah quarterback Jordan Love. Hear why Nick thinks the Packers trading up to pick a competing quarterback is a slap in the face to their current quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

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Brian Westbrook thinks Tua could succeed in Miami, but only with an improved offensive line

Brian Westbrook joins Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes on the day of the 2020 NFL Draft to talk where former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa may end up. Brian believes the Miami Dolphins could be a good fit if they draft an offensive line to support him, and focus on strengthening their defense.

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Nick Wright: If Brady & Gronk lead Bucs to Super Bowl, Belichick will have made a huge mistake

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes talk the New England Patriots after they’ve traded Rob Gronkowski to the Tampa Bay Bucs for a 4th round pick. Now that the Patriots are short Tom Brady & Gronk, Nick wonders if Bill Belichick will be proven the genius in this situation, or if Brady and Gronk will lead the Bucs to the Super Bowl, proving that Belichick should have held on to the two championship players.

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Nick Wright maintains that Tua has more potential than Burrow, despite injury

With the now ‘virtual’ 2020 NFL draft approaching, Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Greg Jennings to get in some last few insights on where former Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow will end up. Nick maintains that Tua will be a better choice between the two, despite the hip injury.

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Chris Long decides which Super Bowl win he enjoyed more between Patriots & Eagles

Two time Super Bowl Champion Chris Long joins Nick Wright and Kevin WIldes on First Thing First to talk his experience winning back to back Super Bowls with the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. Chris decides which win was his favorite and talks about nearly being defeated by the Atlanta Falcons.

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Nick Wright: If Washington passes on Tua, it’ll be a huge mistake

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Eric Mangini to talk the 2020 NFL Draft class. Nick agrees with former quarterback Trent Dilfer, who believes Tua Tagovailoa is the most talented quarterback in the draft. Although he’s not down on Joe Burrow, Nick tells Kevin and Mangini why he does think the Cincinnati Bengals and the Washington Redskins are making a mistake by not making Tua their first pick.

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Tyrann Mathieu doesn’t think the Chiefs will suffer from a Super Bowl Hangover

Nick Wright is excited to welcome back two time all-pro and Super Bowl champion Tyrann Mathieu to First Things First to talk how the Kansas City Chiefs are preparing to repeat the success of last season. The Honey Badger lets Nick and Kevin Wildes know that he doesn’t fear that the Chiefs might fall to a ‘Super Bowl Hangover’ and thinks that with a coach like Andy Reid and with players like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, they are in a prime place for success.

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Nick Wright: Dak may have to choose between franchise tag with Cowboys or nothing at all

Dak Prescott has reportedly refused to attend virtual off season program with the Dallas Cowboys after his contract negotiations seem to be no closer to being resolved. Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Greg Jennings to discuss whether his refusal to participate is a big deal. Nick believes Dak is probably asking for a number too high, and with time running out, Dak may be forced to choose between a franchise tag or nothing at all.

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Kyle Rudolph says Vikings are prepared to face Brady & Bucs, talks losing Stefon Diggs to Bills

Minnesota Vikings’ All Pro tight end Kyle Rudolph joins Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes on First Things First to talk how he’s preparing for his 10th season with the team. Plus he reveals if he’s nervous at all to be facing Tom Brady with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season, and without Stefon Diggs, a key part of the Vikings’ offense, now traded to the Buffalo Bills.

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Nick Wright: Comparing Joe Burrow to LeBron James is ‘borderline ludicrous’

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Brian Westbrook to talk about Joe Burrow, who was recently compared to NBA great LeBron James. Bengals’ legend Boomer Esiason says the likely No. 1 overall draft pick could be for Cincinnati what LeBron James was for Cleveland. Hear why Nick thinks the comparison is an unfair one.

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Greg Jennings: If Bill Belichick wants to win, Cam Newton will give that to him

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Greg Jennings to talk where Cam Newton might land at the end of the 2020 NFL draft. Odds are high on the LA Chargers, Miami Dolphins, and Jacksonville Jaguars, but Nick still thinks the New England Patriots could be a good landing point for the former Panthers quarterback. Hear why Greg Jennings agrees, but thinks it may not be what coach Bill Belichick is looking for after losing Tom Brady to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Nick Wright: Adding Cam Newton could make the Chargers legitimate contenders

Nick Wright reacts to the news that the Los Angeles Chargers are a favorite to sign recently released Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. Nick believes by adding Cam to a team that already has strong weapons, and moving Tyrod Taylor to back up quarterback, the Chargers could become a strong contender in their division.

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Greg Jennings: Tom Brady is depending on Tampa Bay Bucs to make him better

Nick Wright & Kevin Wildes are joined by Greg Jennings to decide if the Tom Brady will perform at an MVP level with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, or if he will struggle. Greg makes the point that with the weapons the Bucs provide and the wealth of opportunity Tampa Bay has to offer, Brady will likely lead the team to a successful season.

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Nick Wright doesn't buy that Tua is riskier than your traditional top 10 draft pick

Former University of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been “fully cleared and ready to compete” but with the 2020 NFL draft approaching, many are wondering if Tua’s surgically repaired hip makes him too much of a risk. Nick Wright tells Kevin Wildes & Greg Jennings why Tua isn’t any more of a risk than the traditional top 10 draft picks.

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Greg Jennings: Jameis Winston is talented. I'm shocked no one has taken a chance on him

Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes are joined by Greg Jennings to talk former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston. Nick tells whether or not he’s surprised that Jameis free agent market is looking uncertain, while Greg is shocked no one is taking a chance on such a talented quarterback.

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Nick Wright: I don't expect Cam Newton to view himself as an underdog

Recently released Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton took to Instagram to post a bold message in response to people calling him an ‘underdog’. Nick Wright tells Kevin Wildes and Greg Jennings why he thinks Cam Newton doesn’t consider himself an underdog, even if his current release seems to have put him in an uncertain place.

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Nick Wright: Cowboys have some of the highest paid players in history… why not pay Dak?

The Dallas Cowboys have reopened contract negotiations with their quarterback Dak Prescott, who is reportedly refusing to sign under the franchise tag. Nick Wright highlights the many Dallas players who signed high paying deals with the Cowboys, and doesn’t fault Dak for wondering why he can’t be among them.

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