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TJ Houshmandzadeh & Plaxico Burress talk about the rash of injuries in the NFL this year and if anything can be done about it, the Brewers sweep of the Dodgers in the NLCS, whether Cam Ward and the Titans can turn things around, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ & Plaxico talk about Jalen Hurts and the Eagles injury issues and if their season is already lost, trying to figure out what exactly is going on with Broncos QB Bo Nix, questioning if Ohio State has actually underachieved with the amount of talent they have year in and year out, the Bears get QB Caleb Williams back, another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game, and more!  #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Good In The Game, College Football Hall of Famer LaVar Arrington dives into the inspiring journey of Coach Rich Rodriguez as he shares his journey from a small town in West Virginia to becoming a renowned football coach. Coach Rodriguez discusses the evolution of offensive strategies, the importance of coaching, and advice for aspiring coaches and athletes. Quotes: "High school coaches are among the least appreciated professionals" "Football has changed lives every day" "Coaches are changing lives through mentorship" Key Topics Rich Rodriguez's journey from West Virginia to coaching The evolution of football offense and the role of RPOs The importance of coaching and mentorship in football The impact of football on players' lives and communities Adapting to changes in college football, including the transfer portal and player pay The significance of culture and playing hard in winning Advice for aspiring coaches and athletes #2pros #upongame #FSR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar & TJ talk about the looming showdown between the 3-1 Seahawks and the 4-0 49ers, a preview of Monday Night Football between the Rams and the Bills, the Raiders making people into believers, how the Chargers can save their season tomorrow, another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington & TJ Houshmandzadeh talk about the state of the Eagles season and whether or not they can rebound after a tepid 2-2 start, thoughts on the reported trade of Marvin Harrison Jr to an unknown team, a look at the NFC North as the Bears take on the Packers, Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard gets testy with the media, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is “Who We Are: Penn State” — brought to you by the Penn State Alumni Association. A show where distinguished graduates return to share their stories. Where we dig into the moments that shaped them. And where you discover that wearing these colors never really ends. In part one of this two-episode series of WHO WE ARE hosted by LaVar Arrington, Penn State alumnus from 2004, Amanda Gifford Lockwood shares her inspiring journey from Penn State student to Emmy-winning ESPN executive, highlighting the importance of community, mentorship, and differentiation in a competitive media landscape.  -Mentorship and early support from Steve Jones -Experience in sports journalism and radio -Internship at ESPN and summer in sports media -Balancing teaching and career aspirations Takeaways: -Leverage mentorship opportunities early in your career. -Utilize university resources and networks for growth. -Stay connected to your college community for opportunities.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington & TJ Houshmandzadeh talk about the trade that sent DB Joey Porter Jr from Pittsburgh to the Dallas Cowboys, the NFL settling on a punishment for 49ers owner Jed York, Tony Romo and CBS mutually splitting ways following Romo’s DUI arrest, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar & TJ talk about Deshaun Watson and the Browns, some teams facing must-win games tomorrow, in-depth looks at Texans – Cowboys, Rams – Eagles, another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar, TJ, and Plax talk about Steelers DB Joey Porter Jr and the Steelers contract impasse and if it gets resolved, the most dangerous team in the NFL right now, thoughts on the beef between Emmanuel Acho and Leonard Fournette, another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington, TJ Houshmandzadeh, and Plaxico Buress talk about Josh Jacobs’ ongoing legal issues amid the Packers tepid start to the season, which NFL QB injury is most concerning at this point in the season, communication issues during Tennessee – Texas, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar, TJ, and Plax talk about the decision to not change the result of Michigan – Western Michigan and how it can’t be changed even though the NCAA admitted it was wrong, another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game, and much more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaVar Arrington, TJ Houshmandzadeh, and Plaxico Burress talk about Lane Kiffin making his return to Ole Miss as head coach at LSU, some overreactions to Week 1 of the NFL season, early Heisman contenders, and more! #2pros #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ Houshmandzadeh & Plaxico Burress talk about the 49ers big win over the Rams in Australia, thoughts on Myles Garrett putting up zeroes for his Rams debut, big injuries following the Super Bowl rematch opener, Kyle Shanahan quietly gets an extension, and more! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ & Plaxico talk about the media back and forth between Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham & QB Bryce Underwood and what TJ would do if he was Underwood, whether or not the Falcons have a chance to be the worst team in the league, ranking WR duos, and another edition of Up on Game / Down on Game! #fsrweekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ Houshmanzadeh and Plaxico Burress discuss Joe Burrow "manifesting" a Super Bowl win for the Bengals, and why they are both have high expectations for the Bengals this season. Finally the guys discuss Lamar Jackson and Jessee Minter's pairing and why the Ravens still aren't a Super Bowl contender.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.