first-things-first – Page 27

Nick Wright shows concern for resting Mahomes WK 17: Chiefs are gathering rust | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright and Brandon Marshall react to the news of Kansas City Chiefs planning to rest Patrick Mahomes for the week 17 NFL matchup. Nick shows concern for this as he feels the time between tough games is significant and allows for the team to get a bit rusty between when they fully lock in.

Brandon Marshall: Josh Allen & Stefon Diggs are the best QB-WR duo in the NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright and Brandon Marshall breaks down the best quarterback-wide receiver duos in the NFL. Brandon leans towards the Buffalo Bills while Nick leans towards the Green Bay Packers. Hear who they pick and why they back them up.

James Harrison: Steelers come back vs Colts; talks play calls by Big Ben | FIRST THINGS FIRST

James Harrison joins the show to break down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ comeback win over the Indianapolis Colts. Harrison dives into whether or not there’s an issue with the Steelers & Ben Roethlisberger making play calls of his own.

Brandon Marshall: Rodgers is ahead of Mahomes for MVP, Russ is NOT on the map | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Brandon Marshall lays out his candidates for the MVP Race and why he places each player in their current spot. Brandon feels Aaron Rodgers is ahead of Patrick Mahomes for MVP & Russell Wilson is not even on the list this week.

Nick Wright: Bills need more consistency from Josh Allen to be Super Bowl ready | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright dives into the Buffalo Bills’ win over the New England Patriots and discusses the state of Josh Allen and the Bills’ future. Nick feels they Bills need to see more consistency from Allen before they can fully be Super Bowl ready.

Nick Wright: My confidence in the Chiefs raises every time they win without injury | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright & Mike Vick dive into the close win of the Kansas City Chiefs over the Atlanta Falcons. Vick feels this makes him less confident in the Chiefs while Nick’s confidence continues to rise. Nick feels his confidence heightens with every game they win and come out clean injury-wise.

Nick Wright: Clippers face worst loss in franchise history to Mavericks; 'that was an embarrassment' | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright reacts to the Los Angeles Clippers’ worst loss in franchise history, in this case to the Dallas Mavericks. Nick feels Paul George is of course wrong in that is was a big deal and a huge embarrassment.

Mike Vick: DeAndre Hopkins skipping Cardinals practice could be a decent game strategy | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Mike Vick joins the show to discuss DeAndre Hopkins comments around skipping Arizona Cardinals practice. Vick feels there could be some NFL strategy behind only practicing on certain days to load manage and save up for the game itself. Hear how he dives into this mindset.

Chris Broussard: It’s apparent Steph Curry will need help for Golden State to make NBA playoffs | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins the show to discuss the NBA season opener last night between the Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets. Upon Steph Curry’s return, he didn’t have the game he sought out for and therefore, Broussard feels he needs help for GSW to make playoffs. They also discuss a few more options such as the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics for James Harden.

Nick Wright breaks down his NFL Tiers entering Week 16 | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright breaks down his NFL Tiers entering Week 16. Nick dives into the wins of the Kansas City Chiefs and even the New York Jets and losses of the Pittsburgh Steelers and others. Hear how he has all teams lined up, behind the Chiefs of course.

Nick Wright: Clippers defeated LeBron’s Lakers’ 2nd string team in Game 1 of NBA season | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright reacts to the NBA season opener between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers & the Lakers receiving their 2020 Championship rings. The Clippers defeated LeBron’s Champion Lakers in Game 1 but Nick felt this was a poor representation of the strong Lakers that are to step forward this season.

Nick Wright: Steelers suffer shameful loss v Bengals; a worse failure than expected | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright reacts to the Pittsburgh Steelers loss to the Cincinnati Bengals last night. Nick feels this loss was extremely shameful and even the Steelers pessimists couldn’t have foreseen this hard of a fall.

Brian Westbrook: Jets had one job to do & failed; NY just lost their chance for a new NFL QB | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Brian Westbrook sits alongside Nick Wright today and discusses the chaos among the New York Jets after a rare win. Westbrook feels they had one job to do & simply blew it. Their chance for a new quarterback and better future is now potentially out the window.

Gerald McCoy: Bucs’ win should not be credited to Brady; TB defense stepped up | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Gerald McCoy joins the show to dive into the matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Atlanta Falcons. McCoy feels the Bucs’ win should not be credited to Tom Brady as the TB defense stepped up and Matt Ryan flopped in the 2nd half.

Nick Wright on KC win over Saints: Chiefs cemented themselves as one of the greatest NFL teams of all time | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright and Brian Westbrook react to the Kansas City Chiefs win over the New Orleans Saints. Nick admits he’s been too humble and claims his Chiefs are one of the greatest teams in the NFL of all time.

Eric Mangini: QB Brees or Taysom, Chiefs-Saints is a potential NFL Super Bowl preview | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Eric Mangini joins the show to discuss the matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs this weekend. Mangini feels regardless of whether Drew Brees returns or Taysom Hill plays, Chiefs-Saints matchup is a potential NFL Super Bowl preview & the Chiefs could repeat as champions.

Chris Broussard: Harden’s focused on Houston but lacks respect for Rockets franchise | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins the show to discuss James Harden speaking up in the media about his future play in the NBA. Broussard feels it’s great news to hear that Harden is focused on the Houston Rockets as of now, but he shows a massive lack of respect for the Rockets franchise as a whole which continues to pose problems.

Nick Wright: Brady’s great for his age, subpar when up against other NFL quarterbacks | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright & Brandon Marshall respond to Bruce Arians’ comments regarding Tom Brady getting credit for success this season. Nick feels Brady’s great for his age, but when compared to other decent and arguably mediocre quarterbacks in the league, he’s worse than them even and subpar at best. Hear the break down that Nick and Brandon share.

Giannis signs Bucks deal; talks responsibility for zero NBA rings — Broussard | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins the show to break down Giannis Antetokounmpo signing the supermax deal with the Milwaukee Bucks. Broussard feels this took loyalty and accountability for his lack of NBA rings and further dives into the details.

Nick Wright: Rockets’ situation won’t change with Harden until he’s traded | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright breaks down the current situation between the Houston Rockets and James Harden. Nick feels nothing will change until Harden is traded; he will do what he needs to do and the Rockets will continue to manage other business but they’re at a standstill together.

Chris Broussard: KD’s & Kyrie’s Nets will be 2nd best team in NBA behind the Lakers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins the show to discuss the Kevin Durant’s and Kyrie Irving’s Brooklyn Nets & whether or not they will be champions or just create disaster. Broussard feels they won’t win a title, but they will be the 2nd best team in NBA behind the Los Angeles Lakers.

Nick Wright: Despite Browns’ loss, Baker was far more impressive than Lamar | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright & Brandon Marshall break down the Monday Night Football matchup between the Cleveland Browns and the Baltimore Ravens. Despite the Browns’ loss, Nick feels Baker Mayfield was far more impressive than Lamar Jackson.

Greg Jennings: Rodgers could still steal MVP from Mahomes; the race isn’t over | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Greg Jennings joins the show to talk MVP race and dive into who can give Patrick Mahomes a run for his money. Jennings feels Aaron Rodgers could still easily take MVP from Mahomes and there is plenty more football to be played out.

Brandon Marshall: Steelers are lacking in offensive identity & need to run the ball more | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright and Brandon Marshall react to the matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Buffalo Bills. Brandon feels the Steelers are lacking in offensive identity & need to run the ball more.

Brandon Marshall breaks down his keys to the Bills getting a win over the Steelers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Brandon Marshall breaks down his keys to the Buffalo Bills getting a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He feels this depends heavily on Josh Allen, Steffon Diggs and keeping James Conner under 60 yards.

Shams Charania: James Harden wants to be on a winning NBA team & 76ers are top of list | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Shams Charania joins the show to discuss the latest reports around James Harden and possible new trade options off the Houston Rockets. The Rockets have the next move but Shams says Harden has made it know he wants to be on a winning NBA team and the Philadelphia 76ers are top of the list.

Chris Broussard: There’s no way LeBron ‘won the two hardest championships in NBA history’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins the show to react to LeBron James’ comments on the hardest championships won in NBA league history. LeBron says he won the two hardest and Broussard says there’s no way and dives into why and who did.

Brandon Marshall: Big Ben may be changing NFL plays & causing trouble for the Steelers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Greg Jennings joins the show to discuss the latest troubles the Pittsburgh Steelers have faced during the past few games. Jennings does not feel the blame should be placed on Ben Roethlisberger since he is following the plays called by the offensive coordinator. However, Brandon Marshall received news Big Ben may be changing plays after all and if that’s the case, he feels Roethlisberger should take the blame for the Steelers’ struggles as of late.

Nick on news that Harden may have Bucks & Heat added as NBA trade destinations | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright and Chris Broussard react to Shams Charania’s reports that James Harden may have the Milwaukee Bucks & Miami Heat added as NBA trade destinations. Nick feels the Bucks are off the list completely while the Heat could be a reality and explains why.

Brian Westbrook: Playing Hurts over Wentz could save Doug Pederson’s job | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Brian Westbrook joins the show to discuss the turmoil around Carson Wentz and the Philadelphia Eagles. Westbrook feels playing Jalen Hurts over Wentz could save Doug Pederson’s job and is really his only option to potentially gain some wins.