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Should the NFL be concerned about their lack of black head coaches? – Emmanuel Acho reacts I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Houston Texans fired head coach David Culley Thursday, after just one season with the team. Earlier in the week the Miami Dolphins parted ways with former head coach Brian Flores after just three seasons with the team. This leaves Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin as the only black head coach in the NFL. Emmanuel Acho answers if the NFL should be concerned with their lack of black head coaches.

Marcellus Wiley disagrees with Sean McVay saying Matthew Stafford has an "established" resume I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Matthew Stafford is looking for his first playoff win when the Los Angeles Rams try to defeat the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football. Stafford was the Rams’ biggest offseason move but is 0-3 in the playoffs. However, Sean McVay still has his quarterback’s back, saying quote: ‘I think that he’s got an established resume. I think that’s something you want to be able to do. He was instrumental in leading us to our first division title that we’ve had since 2018 and that’s a big deal, but now it’s the next step…’ Marcellus Wiley breaks down why he believes Stafford’s resume is not established.

Marcellus Wiley on Matthew Stafford: He has the roster, coach & everything he needs to win I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Los Angeles Rams’ quarterback Matthew Stafford will be looking to improve his playoff record on Monday Night Football against the Arizona Cardinals. Marcellus WIley explains why Stafford faces the most pressure to win this Wild Card weekend.

Emmanuel Acho reacts to the Texans firing head coach David Culley after one season I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Breaking: The Houston Texans reportedly fired head coach David Culley after one season with the team. Houston finished 4-13 and Culley was coaching a Texans’ team that did not have their superstar quarterback Deshaun Watson all season. Emmanuel Acho reacts to the breaking news.

Marcellus Wiley: Cowboys can’t be one and done in the playoffs with the No. 1 scoring offense I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to host the San Fransisco 49ers in one of the the six NFL playoff games during Super Wild Card Weekend. Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott is coming off a career-high five touchdowns in Dallas’ Week 18 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Marcellus Wiley decides what’s at stake for Dak ahead of his playoff matchup against the 49ers.

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho reveal which QBs will win their Wild Card matchups I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

With the NFL Wild Card weekend just days away, Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho go to the big board for ‘Pick ‘Em: quarterback edition’ for all six matchups between: Derek Carr-Joe Burrow, Josh Allen-Mac Jones, Jalen Hurts-Tom Brady, Jimmy Garoppolo-Dak Prescott, Ben Roethlisberger-Patrick Mahomes and Kyler Murray-Matthew Stafford.

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho weigh in on the NFL's best head coaching jobs available I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Joe Judge was fired on Tuesday after two seasons as the New York Giants’ head coach. Judge finished with a 10-23 record, but the coaching carousel is also spinning in other cities. The Jacksonville Jaguars, Giants, Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, and Denver Broncos are all looking for a new head coach. The Las Vegas Raiders could also potentially join the head coaching search to replace interim coach Rich Bisaccia. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho debate what is the best head coaching job available.

Emmanuel Acho: The biggest issue with the Giants is what Kanye & John Legend discussed, they play the blame game I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The New York Giants have parted ways with head coach Joe Judge after just two seasons. Judge is coming off a four win season and a last place finish in the NFC East. Judge’s overall record in his two seasons as head coach is 10-23. Emmanuel Acho identifies the Giants’ biggest issue heading into the offseason.

Joel Klatt: Alabama will be the no. 1 team in the country heading into next season I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 33-18 in the College Football Playoff Championship Game. This marks the SEC’s second straight National Title win, their fifth in the last seven years and Georgia’s first in 41 years. Joel Klatt talks about the CFP National Championship game and what he noticed during the postgame exchange between Kirby Smart and his former boss Nick Saban.

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss who deserves to be the league’s Coach of the Year I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

With the conclusion of the 2021-22 regular season, Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho share their personal Coach of the Year awards with nominees including: Mike Tomlin, Matt LaFleur, Mike Vrabel and Bill Belichick. Who deserves to be this year’s recipient?

Emmanuel Acho: Chiefs have the best quarterback-coach combo in the AFC & those combos lead to Super Bowl wins I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to host the Pittsburgh Steelers during Super Wild Card Weekend of the NFL Playoffs. The Chiefs (12-5) are coming into the game after a divisional road win against the Denver Broncos. Emmanuel Acho gages his confidence level in the Chiefs to return to the Super Bowl.

Marcellus Wiley: The San Fransisco 49ers are a serious threat to the Dallas Cowboys I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF  

The Dallas Cowboys are coming off a 12-5 regular season and are scheduled to host the 10-7 San Fransisco 49ers on Super Wild Card Weekend. Both teams are heading into the playoffs following impressive road victories against division rivals. Marcellus Wiley determines if the 49ers pose a legit threat to the Cowboys.

Emmanuel Acho: Firing Brian Flores is ‘utterly ridiculous’ I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Brian Flores after going 24-25 in three seasons and 0 playoff appearances. The Dolphins started 1-7, but finished the season going 8 of 9. Emmanuel Acho explains why it was a mistake for Miami to fire Flores.

Ric Bucher: Despite LeBron’s recent phenomenal play, he does not belong in MVP conversations I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Los Angeles Lakers are only one game over .500, but LeBron James is still being LeBron, averaging just under 29 points per game. According to FOX Bet Sportsbook, the King currently has the sixth best odds to win this season’s MVP. He recently talked about in talks for the hardware, saying quote: ‘I think that when you’re placed in the MVP conversation, that means that your team is winning games and you’re playing at a level that’s helping them win games..in a sense that means the Lakers are winning basketball games and that’s what I want. That’s all I care about.’ Ric Bucher explains why LeBron does not belong in the MVP conversation despite his hot streak.

Joy Taylor: Dak Prescott has nothing to prove in Week 18 against the Eagles I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Dallas Cowboys locked up a playoff spot but are still playing their starters in tomorrow’s regular season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Cowboys’ offense has been up and down in the past few weeks, but Dak Prescott said their best version is quote: ‘lights out and dynamic.’ Joy Taylor explains why Dak has nothing to prove in Week 18.

Bucky Brooks: 'The pressure is on in a major way in Green Bay' I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Bucky Brooks lists why he thinks Aaron Rodgers is under added pressure this postseason in Green Bay. ‘Anything short of a Super Bowl is a disappointment and that disappointment falls on the shoulders of No.12’

Joy Taylor believes the Steelers are a QB away from once again being Super Bowl contenders I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the midst of a crossroad, they have not endured a losing season in the last 15 years under head coach Mike Tomlin, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is inching towards retirement, Joe Burrow and the emerging Cincinnati Bengals are atop the AFC North. Joy Taylor decides what the Steelers need to do to win another Super Bowl.

Bucky Brooks explains why Jim Harbaugh would be a “great coaching choice” for the Raiders I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Jim Harbaugh is coming off his most successful season at Michigan with a College Football Playoff appearance. However, changes could be coming, Bruce Feldman reported that Harbaugh might be attempting to return to the NFL. Feldman added that the Las Vegas Raiders could be a destination and his friendship with owner Mark Davis may also be a factor. Bucky Brooks explains why he believes Harbaugh is the right choice for the Raiders.

Joy Taylor: I like Jim Harbaugh back in the NFL but I would be hesitant on coaching the Raiders I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Jim Harbaugh is coming off his most successful season at Michigan with a College Football Playoff appearance. However, changes could be coming, Bruce Feldman reported that Harbaugh might be attempting to return to the NFL. Feldman added that the Las Vegas Raiders could be a destination and his friendship with owner Mark Davis may also be a factor. Joy Taylor explains why ‘Harbaugh returning to the NFL is great, but not to the Raiders.’

Ric Bucher: I love that LeBron wants to play with his son Bronny but hate that he said it I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

LeBron James turned 37 years old in late December and recently said that playing in the NBA with his 17-year-old son Bronny would be a quote: ‘unbelievable moment.’ The earliest Bronny can make it to the NBA is the 2024-25 season after one year of college and when LeBron turns 40. Ric Bucher explains why he does not like LeBron saying that he wants to play with Bronny or not.

Joy Taylor discusses Big Ben’s legacy after playing his final home game at Heinz Field I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Pittsburgh Steelers stay in the playoff hunt after a win against AFC North rival Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football. However, the biggest storyline was potentially Ben Roethlisberger’s final game at Heinz Field. Big Ben got a hero’s send-off and if he does retire, he will leave with two Super Bowl titles in 18 seasons in Pittsburgh. Joy Taylor shares what Big Ben’s legacy will be.

Ric Bucher fully expects mutual parting of ways between Browns & Baker Mayfield this offseason I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Cleveland Browns loss their Week 17 contest against Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football following a two interception performance by Browns QB Baker Mayfield. The Browns lost four of their last five games leaving Ric Bucher to decide if Baker Mayfield is the future quarterback of the Cleveland Browns.

Mark Schlereth explains why Aaron Rodgers has locked the MVP award this season I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Aaron Rodgers was busy being Aaron Rodgers on Sunday Night Football. He threw two touchdown passes to help lead the Green Bay Packers to a blowout win against the Minnesota Vikings. Green Bay clinched the No. 1 seed in the NFC and according to FOX Bet Sportsbook, Rodgers has the best odds to win the MVP award. Mark Schlereth explains why Rodgers has locked up the MVP award.

Joy Taylor reacts to Antonio Brown storming off the field midgame I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

During the third quarter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game against the New York Jets, Antonio Brown is seen removing his jersey, equipment and shirt before an early exit from the field. Bucs’ head coach Bruce Arians said Brown was quote: ‘no longer a Buc’ when asked about Brown’s actions in the post game press conference. Joy Taylor, Mark Schlereth and Ric Bucher react to AB’s actions.

Joy Taylor: The Cowboys’ defense, not Dak Prescott, is to blame for their loss vs. Cardinals I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Dallas Cowboys came in to Week 17 on a four-game winning streak, but that was snapped by the Arizona Cardinals. Dallas was held to only seven points through the first three quarters. Mike McCarthy is getting criticism for using all of his timeouts and was unable to challenge a potential fumble by Chase Edmunds late in the game. After the game, Dak Prescott said quote: ‘I’m not discouraged..definitely disappointed we didn’t come away with the win, but not discouraged. I know the team that we have, what we’ve got. Just simply didn’t get it done as a team, starting with myself. I’ve got to be better…’ Joy Taylor explains why the Cowboys’ defense is to blame for their loss to the Cardinals.

Joy Taylor discusses Kyrie Irving’s return to the Nets for first practice of the season I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kyrie Irving has been allowed to return to the Brooklyn Nets and made his season debut at his first practice this week. In October, Steve Nash and general manager Sean Marks did not allow him to return unless he becomes vaccinated. However, they allowed him to return regardless of being unvaccinated with the surging of COVID-19 cases across the NBA, increasing the demand for signing G-league and recently retired players to 10-day contracts. Irving responded saying that he is quote: ‘incredibly grateful’ for his return. Joy Taylor reacts to the situation and discusses what this means for both parties.

Emmanuel Acho: I think we've seen the last of Cam Newton as a starter I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Carolina Panthers HC Matt Rhule announced Sam Darnold will start Sunday over Cam Newton. Emmanuel Acho explains why this might be the last time we see Cam as a NFL starter.

Joel Klatt: The narrative Jim Harbaugh under achieved as a coach is the most false narratives in all of football I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Fox Sports CFB Analyst Joel Klatt joins Emmanuel Acho to discuss University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh’s success this season. Michigan is set to take on the University of Georgia in the Orange Bowl Friday December 31st to determine who will advance to the CFB Playoff Championship game January 10th at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis.

Joel Klatt previews the CFB Playoff bowl games, Alabama-Cincinnati, Michigan-Georgia I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Fox CFB analyst Joel Klatt joins Emmanuel Acho to preview the upcoming college football playoff games including University of Alabama vs. University of Cincinnati and University of Michigan vs. University of Georgia.

Ric Bucher explains why he agrees with Damian Lillard that too much value is on winning titles I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Ric Bucher joins Joy Taylor and Emmanuel Acho to discuss Damian Lillard’s comments about pressure around ‘ring or bust’. Bucher explains why he thinks there’s too much value being put on winning NBA titles.