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Chis Broussard: Raiders should be cautiously optimistic after beating Ravens I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders scored a thrilling overtime victory against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, but Chris Broussard says fans shouldn’t go overboard in their excitement over the win. In this Drawing A Blank segment, Broussard tells Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes why the Raiders should be cautiously optimistic after this win.

Nick Wright: ‘Lamar Jackson’s inability to improve puts a ceiling on the Ravens’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright talks Lamar Jackson after the Baltimore Ravens are defeated by the Las Vegas Raiders. Nick tells Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes how much of that loss was on the former MVP quarterback and whether he believes Lamar can improve enough in the season to get the Ravens to the playoffs.

Nick Wright: This was the perfect loss for Baker Mayfield and Browns I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright talks Baker Mayfield after his Cleveland Browns almost achieved an upset against the favored Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1. Watch as Nick explains to Kevin Wildes, Chris. Broussard and Michael Vick why this loss is actually beneficial for Cleveland’ s chances at a deep playoff run, and why it’s better that Baker should have to eat this loss rather than win and be overconfident going into the postseason.

Nick Wright celebrates Chiefs’ Week 1 win over Browns: ‘It was a one-punch knock out!’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

In this ‘Drawing a Blank’ segment, Nick Wright celebrates his Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 1 win over the Cleveland Browns. Watch as Nick breaks down why this game was a one-punch knock out, and emphasizes that it doesn’t matter how close Chris Broussard or Kevin Wildes thought this game got, the Chiefs will continue to come out on top as long as Patrick Mahomes is on the field.

Chris Broussard on Packers’ blowout loss to Saints: ‘Clearly Aaron Rodgers’ mind was elsewhere’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Green Bay Packers suffered a surprisingly big loss in Week 1 of the NFL season to Jameis Winston and the New Orleans Saints. Chris Broussard tells Nick Wright how much of that loss he believes had something to do with Aaron Rodgers’ lack of commitment to the Packers during offseason.

Nick Wright: Baker and Browns don’t have a blueprint for Mahomes and Chiefs I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright’s Kansas City Chiefs start their season with a matchup agains the Cleveland Browns. Although Nick believes the Browns are a strong team, hear him tell Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard why he believes Baker Mayfield and the Browns are going to go to Arrowhead and get their teeth kicked in.

Chris. Broussard: This was a moral victory for the Dallas Cowboys I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Despite the loss, Chris Broussard thinks the Dallas Cowboys gained a moral victory as they faced off against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Broussard tells Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes that although they couldn’t finish it with a win, the Cowboys outplayed the defending champions the majority of the night. Hear why Broussard thinks they could do big things this year.

Michael Vick: 'Cam Newton has a lot more to give to the league' I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Michael Vick joins First Things First to talk about the future of Cam Newton after the former MVP quarterback was released from the New England Patriots. Vick tells Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes why he thinks Cam still has at least two good years of football left, why he thinks Cam’s playing style may have left him. more vulnerable to injuries than some other quarterbacks, and points out the similarities he sees between his career and Cam’s.

Chris Broussard isn't sold on Tom Brady being named greatest NFL player of all time I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Athletic released their list of the top 100 NFL players of all time, and at number one is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ quarterback, Tom Brady. Nick Wright thinks the list is fair, but Chris Broussard isn’t so sure. Watch as he breaks down why he doesn’t necessarily agree, and which legendary player he would seat at No. 1.

Chris Broussard: Mac Jones will be the best rookie quarterback of the season I FIRST THINGS FIRST

In this Drawing a Blank segment, Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes decide which rookie quarterback will have the most success this season. Nick makes a case for the No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence, but watch as Broussard breaks down why Mac Jones is most set up for success this season.

Nick Wright unveils his Super Bowl LVI predictions ahead of Week 1 I FIRST THINGS FIRST

We’re kicking off the 2021 season with a few predictions, and Nick Wright tells Chris Broussard which teams he’s expecting to make a Super Bowl appearance this years. Watch as Nick breaks down why he fully expects his Kansas City Chiefs to win their 2nd Super Bowl in 3 seasons. Plus, Broussard is predicting the first Super Bowl rematch since Dallas-Buffalo in Super Bowl XXVIII!

Chris Broussard reveals the 5 QBs that are facing the most pressure this season I FIRST THINGS FIRST

With the 2021 season opener just around the corner, Chis Broussard unleashes the top 5 quarterbacks he believes are under the most pressure this season. Watch to see why Broussard thinks Baker Mayfield may have a lot to prove, and why Jimmy Garoppolo doesn’t make his list.

Nick Wright unveils his AFC picks ahead of the season opener I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Yesterday Nick Wright and Chris Broussard shared their NFC picks, and tried to predict which teams would be making a playoff appearance. Today they tackle the AFC. Watch to see why Broussard thinks the New England Patriots may be more of a contender than many think with Mac Jones at the helm. Plus Nick decides who might be the biggest competition for his Kansas City Chiefs.

Nick Wright unveils his NFC picks ahead of the season opener I FIRST THINGS FIRST

With the NFL season start just around the corner, Nick Wright shares his official NFC picks. Watch to see whether he believes the Dallas Cowboys will pull off a win in the East over the Washington Football Team, and if the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will repeat their win in the South. Plus, hear which teams he thinks will make the Wild Card round, and who will make a Super Bowl appearance.

Chris Broussard: Signing DeAndre Jordan is an inconsequential move for the Lakers I FIRST THINGS FIRST

DeAndre Jordan is expected to sign with Los Angeles, and neither Chris Broussard nor Nick Wright thinks this is a big move for the Lakers. Watch as Broussard breaks down why he doesn’t think any differently about the Lakers once they sign Jordan than he felt a week ago.

Nick Wright would love a Cowboys upset: ‘But they aren’t built to beat the Bucs’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Dallas Cowboys face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the season opener on Thursday and Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes make their picks. Wildes thinks we could be looking at an upset from a hungry Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott, but Nick makes the case that the Cowboys aren’t built to defeat Tom Brady’s Bucs.

Nick Wright: Ben Simmons wants out of Philly, and the 76ers don't seem to care I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Despite Ben Simmons’ clear desire to leave the Philadelphia 76ers, Nick Wright doesn’t believe that the Sixers aren’t going to make any sudden trade moves. Reports coming out of the Philly camp lead Nick to predict that they won’t be. trading Simmons for anything less than an all-star, and until that option becomes available, Simmons will be on the roster by game one of the season. Watch as Nick breaks down the options for both Ben Simmons and the 76ers.

Bucky Brooks says Mac Jones is the ‘Iron Man’ of the Patriots: ‘The suit is his super power’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Bucky Brooks joins First Things First to talk the New England Patriots and their starting quarterback, Mac Jones. Watch as Bucky breaks down why he believes the Patriots are a playoff team, and that would have been the case with Mac Jones or Cam Newton at the QB spot. Plus, Bucky explains why he sees Mac as the Iron Man of the Patriots.

Chris Broussard: Joel Embiid isn’t trying to push Ben Simmons out of Philly I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Joel Embiid took to Twitter to address the Ben Simmons situation in Philadelphia: “Stop using my name to push people’s agendas… I love playing with Ben” Chris Broussard and Nick Wright decide whether they believe Joel Embiid wants Ben Simmons to stay with the 76ers.

James Laurinaitis previews Ohio State Vs. Minnesota: ‘This will be a test for Buckeye’s defense’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Former Buckeye James Laurinaitis previews tonight’s game between Ohio State and Minnesota. Watch as James tells Nick Wright what he’s looking forward to most from tonight’s game, and which college team he thinks will be able to sneak into the CFP this season. Plus Chris Broussard asks James’ thoughts on how College players are handling earning money from their name, image and likeness.

Nick Wright: Lamar Jackson at No.8 behind Kyler & Dak is going too far for me I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright is not getting behind the idea that Baltimore Ravens’ Lamar Jackson should be listed as the 8th best quarterback in ESPN’s Top 10 QBs of 2021. While he understands that he may not top strong candidates like Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers & Patrick Mahomes, to see Kyler Murray and Dak Prescott is a bridge too far for Nick. Watch as he breaks down Lamar’s performance and why he thinks there isn’t another player who’s accomplished more and yet respected less.

Chris Broussard is in on Sixers moving Ben Simmons in the offseason I FIRST THINGS FIRST

There are rumors surrounding Philadelphia 76ers’ Ben Simmons and his waning desire to sAtick with the team. There’s talk that Simmons is not returning Joel Embiid’s calls, and that he may not make an appearance in training camp. If there is truth to any of this, Chris Broussard believes Sixers should trade Simmons in the offseason. Watch to see what Broussard makes of the situation in Philadelphia.

Nick Wright feels he’s owed an apology after Tom Brady is ranked 6th best QB in 2021 I FIRST THINGS FIRST

ESPN has released their rankings predicting the top 10 quarterbacks for the 2021 season, and to the surprise of many Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans, Tom Brady was named No. 6. Nick Wright reacts to Brady being left out of the top 5, and breaks down why he’s not surprised by the 7-time Super Bowl champion’s placement.

Chris Broussard joins Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes & Jenna Wolfe as the newest host of First Things First

It’s official! Chris Broussard is the newest host of First Things First. Watch as Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes and Jenna Wolfe welcome Broussard to the family.

Nick Wright: ‘Saints made the right choice naming Jameis Winston starting QB over Taysom Hill’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

News broke this morning that the New Orleans Saints have decided on their starting quarterback, and it is Jameis Winston. Nick Wright reacts to the news and maintains that there should have never been a QB competition between Jameis and Taysom Hill. Hear Nick tell Eric Mangini and Kevin Wildes why he believes the Saints made the right decision.

Eric Mangini: The odds are against Trevor Lawrence becoming a superstar I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Trevor Lawrence may have been the number one draft pick, but Eric Mangini says the odds are against the quarterback becoming a superstar in the NFL. Though he’s cautiously optimistic, Mangini lays out why the road ahead of the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback may not be an easy one.

Nick Wright: ‘The Bills are betting big on Josh Allen’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Buffalo Bills and quarterback Josh Allen reached agreement on a six-year extension, worth $258M. The full guarantee at signing is the most in NFL history, and while Nick Wright agrees this is the most player friendly deal in the league, he’s not so sure this is much of a benefit for the Bills. Hear him break down whether he thinks this extension is more of a bargain or a bust.

Greg Jennings: ‘Mac Jones is not more talented than Cam Newton, but he may be more dependable’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Mac Jones is in a really good situation with the New England Patriots, and with Cam Newton out during training camp, Greg Jennings lays out why the rookie quarterback now has the opportunity to show Bill Belichick that he can check every box for the team. But despite this opportunity, Jennings doesn’t believe 5 days of training camp will make Mac a more talented player than Cam. Watch as Jennings shares his thoughts on the quarterback competition in New England.

Nick Wright agrees with Lamar Jackson: ‘No one in the NFL has ever figured him out’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens has always been labeled as a ‘different’ kind of quarterback, and when asked about it, the MVP replied he “strongly doubts” that the league will figure him out this season. Mark Schlereth joins the show as Nick Wright responds to these comments and breaks down why he ultimately agrees with Lamar Jackson.

Nick Wright defends placing Tom Brady at No.10 in his top NFL player rankings I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Yesterday Nick Wright ruffled a few feathers when he placed six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady 10th in his Top 10 NFL player rankings. Today, Nick defends that decision. Hear why he stands by naming Brady 10th best player in the NFL.