undisputed – Page 6

Chris Broussard: If AD can dominate inside and on defense, the Lakers can be viable contenders again I UNDISPUTED

Anthony Davis scored eight points and had two rebounds in his return for Los Angeles as the Lakers beat the Brooklyn Nets 106-96. After the game, LeBron James praised the big man, saying quote: ‘He adds so much more length to our defense. He adds another playmaker, another dynamic player on the floor where you can’t have all eyes on myself and Russ and Melo.’ Chris Broussard discusses whether AD will be able to save the Lakers or not.

Skip Bayless reacts to Dallas nearly making a deal for Sean Payton become their head coach in 2019 I UNDISPUTED

Sean Payton announced that he’s stepping away from the New Orleans Saints yesterday, but he wouldn’t go so far as to say he’s retiring. While the New Orleans Saints will still hold his rights if he wants to get back on the sidelines, many have speculated that the Super Bowl winner could wind up coaching the Dallas Cowboys. It was reported that in 2019, Dallas had a deal in place to trade for Payton, but Mickey Loomis, who was both the Saints’ general GM and the New Orleans Pelicans’ EVP at the time, backed out of the idea because he didn’t want to trade Anthony Davis and lose the coach in the same year. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe discuss what this means for Jerry Jones’ chances of landing Payton now.

Skip Bayless on LeBron & Lakers: I see a basketball genius that has realized this team is going nowhere I UNDISPUTED

LeBron James got some help from Anthony Davis Tuesday night as the big man returned to the lineup but it was still the King that stole the show with 33 points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 106-96 win over the Brooklyn Nets. LA got back to .500 with the win, and LeBron credited AD with a big reason why the Lakers are moving in the right direction. Skip Bayless on the Lakers, LeBron, Russell Westbrook and AD.

Shannon Sharpe explains why Tom Brady is not the GOAT of all athletes despite his historical numbers I UNDISPUTED

Tom Brady is non-committal about his playing future, and for the first time, it feels like the future Hall of Famer could actually be retiring this offseason. TB12 did say if he does call it quits, his career would feel complete despite the early playoff exit. Shannon Sharpe breaks down why he believes Brady’s career is not the greatest in sports history.

Skip Bayless: Tom Brady is the GOAT of all athletes and it's not even close I UNDISPUTED

Tom Brady is non-committal about his playing future, and for the first time, it feels like the future Hall of Famer could actually be retiring this offseason. TB12 did say if he does call it quits, his career would feel complete despite the early playoff exit. Skip Bayless explains why Brady’s career is the greatest in sports history and ‘it’s not even close.’

Shannon Sharpe breaks down LeBron James’ hot scoring streak and whether it can translate to Lakers wins I UNDISPUTED

LeBron James has been on a tear lately for the Los Angeles Lakers as he’s averaged just over 32 points per game. The King spoke on his hot play as of late saying quote: ‘I’m in one of the best zones offensively I’ve been in.’ Shannon Sharpe explains why he rates LeBron’s play a 10 on the impressive meter.

Shannon Sharpe: Patrick Mahomes was sensational vs. Bills; it was by far his best game I UNDISPUTED

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 42-36 in an overtime classic. Both teams put a combined 25 points during the last two minutes of regulation until Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs on a 75-yard drive on the their first possession of overtime to secure the victory. Bills quarterback Josh Allen was not to be out done, matching Mahomes’ four touchdown total. Shannon Sharpe discusses who had the more impressive performance: Mahomes or Allen?

Skip Bayless on Packers’ loss vs. 49ers: Aaron Rodgers is a fraud in the postseason I UNDISPUTED

In a snowy defensive slugfest, the San Francisco 49ers delivered the final blow to Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers with a 13-10 win. San Francisco held the reigning MVP in check as he failed to throw a touchdown for only the second time in his postseason career, as Green Bay couldn’t find the end zone after its first drive of the game. Skip Bayless explains why he believes Rodgers deserves the blame for Green Bay’s loss.

Shannon Sharpe: Bills had the No. 1 defense and still couldn’t stop Mahomes from scoring in 13 seconds I UNDISPUTED

Skip Bayless: Tom Brady nearly pulled off the greatest comeback playing with one arm tied behind his back I UNDISPUTED

Despite losing four fumbles, the Los Angeles Rams found a way to upset Tom Brady and the defending champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-27. It looked like LA would run away with the game, but after a furious Bucs’ fourth quarter comeback, Matthew Stafford and company needed two late Cooper Kupp catches to set up the game-winning field goal. Skip Bayless breaks down the biggest reason why the Bucs lost.

Shannon Sharpe breaks down why he expects Aaron Rodgers to excel and defeat the 49ers I UNDISPUTED

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are coming off their bye week, and the quarterback finds himself just two wins away from his elusive second Super Bowl appearance. The quarterback is expected to win his fourth regular season MVP award this year, but Skip Bayless has constantly pointed out that he doesn’t have nearly as much postseason success as he should have given his resume. Shannon Sharpe explains why he expects Rodgers ‘to play well and win’ despite his 7-8 postseason record since winning Super Bowl XLV.

Skip Bayless on Tom Brady retirement talks: If he can get a three-peat, he’d be obsessed and driven I UNDISPUTED

Tom Brady is looking to win his eighth Super Bowl, but it could also be his last. Former New England Patriots teammates Rob Ninkovich and Christian Fauria both went on the record this week saying they wouldn’t be surprised if the GOAT retired in the spring, citing that he’s already accomplished everything his legacy needs and he’s now just in quote: ‘bonus time.’ Skip Bayless explains why he does not see Brady retiring in the offseason.

Shannon Sharpe previews the Bucs vs. Rams divisional round battle I UNDISPUTED

Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Bucs look to avenge a Week 3 loss to Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday. On paper, L.A. has the healthier and better team, with the in-season additions of Odell Beckham Jr. and Von Miller becoming nightmares for opponents. However, Stafford is coming off only his first postseason win, while Brady’s teams have won nine consecutive divisional-round games. Shannon Sharpe previews the Week 3 rematch.

Skip Bayless predicts the winner of Bucs vs. Rams in their divisional round matchup I UNDISPUTED

Skip Bayless: The Lakers acquiring Russell Westbrook was THE move that undid their season I UNDISPUTED

Russell Westbrook had another bad game in last night’s loss, finishing with 14 points on 5-of-17 shooting. The Los Angeles Lakers’ point guard was actually pulled from the lineup for the final four minutes of action, a move that sources say Frank Vogel had been given the green light by the organization to do if necessary. Recent reports say that Vogel’s coaching status is on a game-to-game basis since the purple and gold have dropped four of its last five games. Skip Bayless shares who he believes deserves the most blame for the Lakers’ record this season.

Skip Bayless sounds off on Cowboys’ Mike McCarthy: ‘He got exposed, the evidence screams fire him’ I UNDISPUTED

Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy isn’t worried one bit about his job security in Dallas even after an early playoff exit vs. San Francisco 49ers. In a media availability session yesterday, the Cowboys’ coach felt confident about his future with the team, and went as far as to say ‘I know how to win.’ Skip Bayless answers if his Cowboys should bring back Mike McCarthy for a third season.

Skip Bayless: The Lakers hit bottom vs. Pacers; I wouldn’t be shocked if Frank Vogel is gone soon I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers gave up a 15-point lead in a 111-104 loss to the Indiana Pacers last night. LeBron had 30 points and Russell Westbrook had another poor shooting night before watching the end of the game on the bench. However, all eyes are on Frank Vogel amid reports that his status as the Lakers’ coach is game-to-game. With the loss, the Lakers fell back under .500 with a 22-23 record. Skip Bayless reacts to the Lakers’ loss and explains why he ‘would not be surprised if Vogel does not survive the road trip.’

Skip Bayless reacts to LeBron James skipping postgame interview after loss against the Nuggets I UNDISPUTED

After the Los Angeles Lakers lost last weekend, LeBron skipped out on a postgame availability, leaving fans and media wondering what was going on. The King finally came clean on it this week, saying quote: ‘I had time to collect my thoughts, but I didn’t like what was gonna come out of my mouth. So, I decided not to speak with you guys because I understand that some things that I say can be everywhere’ Skip Bayless shares his thoughts on LeBron skipping the postgame interview.

Shannon Sharpe: It is not good enough for Aaron Rodgers to just reach the Super Bowl; he needs to win I UNDISPUTED

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are coming off their bye week, and the quarterback finds himself just two wins away from his elusive second Super Bowl appearance. USA Today wrote that the reigning MVP is facing tons of pressure heading into the game this Saturday on FOX after the franchise bent over backwards to accommodate him, who is 0-4 in NFC Championship games since winning his only Lombardi over a decade ago. Shannon Sharpe explains why it’s more important for Rodgers to win the Super Bowl than solely leading the Packers to it.

Shannon Sharpe reacts to Dak Prescott’s apology for crediting Cowboys fans throwing trash at referees I UNDISPUTED

Dak Prescott took some heat earlier this week after endorsing fans throwing trash toward the officials at the end of the Dallas Cowboys’ loss, saying quote: ‘credit to them.’ Yesterday, the quarterback tweeted an apology, writing: ‘I was caught up in the emotion of a disappointing loss and my words were uncalled for and unfair. That was a mistake on my behalf, and I am sorry.’ Shannon Sharpe explains why he likes Dak’s apology but ‘wished it came on Sunday night or Monday.’

‘Yes, but it’s not his fault’— Shannon Sharpe on whether Frank Vogel’s job with Lakers is in jeopardy I UNDISPUTED

Shannon Sharpe weighs in on reports that Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel’s job is in jeopardy. Shannon questions who else could coach this current team with success. ‘I want to know what coach could have this team where they thought it would be.’

Shannon Sharpe on Rams-Bucs: 'I like this matchup and what the Rams can do defensively' I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Rams cruised past Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals 34-11 to advance the Divisional Round. The Rams will face Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Bucs Sunday. Shannon Sharpe explains why he likes the Rams in this upcoming matchup.

Skip Bayless: “Mike McCarthy has to go, he is the reason the Cowboys underachieved this season” I UNDISPUTED

The Dallas Cowboys were defeated by the San Fransisco 49ers (23-17) in their Super Wild Card Weekend matchup. The Cowboys finished the regular season as the number one offense in the NFL, yet were also the most penalized the most during the regular season. Skip Bayless discuss if the Cowboys should make a coaching change from Mike McCarthy.

Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe discuss whether Bill Belichick is getting exposed without Tom Brady I UNDISPUTED

While Tom Brady was throwing two touchdowns and leading the Tampa Bay Bucs to the Divisional Round, his former team was already on vacation as the New England Patriots were blown out by the Buffalo Bills the night before with a final score of 47-17. Bill Belichick told reporters he certainly plans to be back next year, but New England has some work to do if they want to compete for Super Bowls again. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe explain why Belichick is not getting exposed without Brady, but that it ‘will be some time before he has another crack at a Super Bowl.’

Shannon Sharpe: I have a huge problem with Dak Prescott crediting fans for throwing trash at the refs I UNDISPUTED

After the Dallas Cowboys heartbreaking loss to the 49ers, fans were seen throwing trash at the referees as they left the field. In his media session, after reporters fully explained the situation to Dak Prescott, he stood up for the Dallas faithful, saying quote: ‘credit to them.’ He went on to say that quote: ‘the fans felt the same way as us and that’s what they’re doing before. I guess it’s why the refs took off and got out of there so fast. I think everybody’s upset with the way this thing played out.’ Shannon Sharpe explains why he has a ‘huge problem’ with Dak’s answer.

Skip Bayless: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are about to repeat as Super Bowl champs I UNDISPUTED

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 31-15 in the their Super Wild Card Weekend matchup. Tom Brady threw for two touchdowns and the Bucs’ defense held Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ offense scoreless through three quarters. The dominant performance has Skip Bayless wondering if Brady and the Bucs can make yet another Super Bowl run.

Skip Bayless is stunned and disappointed in his Cowboys for crumbling in Wild Card Round vs. 49ers I UNDISPUTED

Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys were sent home by Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers after a 23-17 loss. The shocking loss came with an even more shocking ending as Dallas couldn’t clock the ball in time following a QB draw with 14 seconds left in the middle of the field. After the game, Mike McCarthy said quote: ‘I’ve never seen that come down the way it came down. We were trying to get to the 30-yard line to set up the last play…’ Dak followed up saying quote: ‘The fans felt the same way as us..I guess it’s why the refs took off and got out of there so fast. Everybody is upset with the way this played out.’ Skip Bayless breaks down the biggest reason his Cowboys lost.

Shannon Sharpe reacts to Dwyane Wade saying Michael Jordan will be forgotten in GOAT talks unlike LeBron I UNDISPUTED

The Michael Jordan/LeBron James GOAT debate has been going on for years now, but Dwyane Wade thinks that the argument will fall by the wayside sooner than later. On a new podcast, the three-time NBA champion said quote: ‘We’re not gonna be the ones having a conversation about the GOATs. Now it’s going to be the younger, younger, younger generation. And they’re gonna forget about Jordan like we forget about Kareem [Abdul-Jabbar].’ Shannon Sharpe discusses how much truth there is to D-Wade’s comments.

Skip Bayless breaks down why he believes his Cowboys will defeat the 49ers in Wild Card Round I UNDISPUTED

Skip Bayless’s Dallas Cowboys look to continue their surprising season on Sunday as they host the San Francisco 49ers in one of the NFC Wild Card matchups. Dallas will have Micah Parsons back on the field after the frontrunner for defensive rookie of the year missed last week due to COVID-19 protocols. They’ll need him as the Cowboys’ defense will have their hands full with the 49ers’ stout rushing attack. Skip breaks down why he is confident his Cowboys will send the 49ers home.

Shannon Sharpe: Shady McCoy knows AB is wrong for his third quarter exit vs. NY Jets I UNDISPUTED

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back LeSean McCoy was asked about former teammate Antonio Brown’s third quarter exit vs. New York Jets in Week 17. He assumed AB was thinking quote: ‘I can’t get my eight catches and you’re throwing the ball to all these other people?… I’m hot. I’m hurt. I’m not going in… y’all ain’t getting me the ball. I ain’t hitting my targets. I’m hurt.’ Shannon Sharpe reacts to LeSean McCoy defending Antonio Brown.