First Take

First Take resumes with upset watch. Could J.J. McCarthy walk down Dak and the Cowboys? (0:00) Then, Rich Eisen joins to discuss Joe Burrow's future. (10:05) Next, a Super Bowl preview?? The Packers explosive offense faces the Broncos ferocious defense. Who has the advantage? (28:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Todd Bowles asking his team to "****ing care!" Will his fiery postgame speech give the Bucs enough juice to retain the NFC South title? And, are the Colts in the wrong sending a 44 year old Philip Rivers out to face the Seahawks airtight defense this week? (0:00) Then, Shedeur faces the Bears with another chance to prove HE should be the Browns starter in 2026. (25:00) Next, Heisman Trophy finalist Diego Pavia joins to talk about Vanderbilt winning ten games for the first time in program history! (39:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with QBs under pressure. Stephen A. tells us which starter needs to ball out this week. (0:00) Then, Joe Burrow raised some eyebrows with his comments on Wednesday. Mina tells us how he can have more fun on the field! (15:00) Next, we play a game of "Who would you rather have?" Hear if the crew would rather have Justin Jefferson or George Pickens. (32:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Shefty and Finebaum joining to break down the entire Michigan situation. From the timeline of Wednesday's events, to head coaching candidates, we've got it all covered. (0:00) Then, it's Jalen Hurts turn to get blamed for the Eagles misery. Does he deserve this amount of hate? (19:55) Next, Travis Kelce voiced his frustration over the Chiefs and his own poor play. DanO takes us inside the mindset of a lot of confused Chiefs players! (48:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take starts with Nick Sirianni confirming Jalen Hurts will remain the Eagles starting QB. Kimberley Martin tells us why he was even asked this question! (0:00) Then, WWE superstar Gunther joins to talk about his upcoming match with John Cena! (12:40) Next, Shedeur Sanders is helping Cleveland, but is Cleveland helping him? (25:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with the Cowboys final push. Jerry says they still have a chance, and with the Eagles faltering at the worst of times, he may be right! Hear if Stephen A. agrees with his old suitemate! (0:00) Then, Paul Finebaum joins to blast Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua's most recent comments on missing the CFP. (25:00) Finally, should the Bills be favored on the road against the AFC East leading Patriots? (38:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with an honest Eagles conversation. Hear Stephen A, Jeff and CC's level of concern with Jalen Hurts moving forward. (0:00) Then, what is Caleb Williams' and the Bears ceiling this season? (15:00) Next, Jeff reveals his top 5 NFL teams through week 14. (25:20) Finally, hear if Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers did enough against the Ravens to silence the doubters, and Stephen A. reacts to MLB breaking news! (36:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with another Eagles stinker as they continue soaring directly into the ground. Ouch, that "Hurts." Will they hold off the Cowboys in the NFC East? And, hear what Jeff Saturday has to say about his former team trying Phillip Rivers as a Daniel Jones replacement! (0:00) Then, the crew goes scorched earth on the CFP selection committee for giving JMU and Tulane a chance (no disrespect). Should adjustments be made to the selection process? (25:30) Next, we react to Shedeur Sanders officially being named the Browns starter for the rest of the season. (42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with Isaiah Likely's robbery and Aaron Rodgers' postgame comments! (0:00) Then, what in the world was Kevin Stefanski thinking on that 2 point conversion?? Was he trying to sabotage Shedeur's breakout game? (13:40) Next, Paul Finebaum's reaction to Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua's damning comments about ND's relationship with the ACC! (24:00) Finally, are the Bears capable of a deep playoff run? (39:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Jordan Love's latest heroics! The Packers took down the Bears to take control of the NFC North, but can Love be trusted in big games? (0:00) Then, was it a mistake keeping Notre Dame out of the CFP? (24:30) Finally, Josh Allen went superman mode to overcome the Bengals high powered offense. As one of the few wily vets in the AFC playoff picture, is he good enough to overcome the Bills mediocre defense. (41:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with George Pickens responding to Richard Sherman's criticism about his disappearing act against the Lions! (0:00) Then, Rodgers faces Lamar in a key divisional battle. Who comes out on top? (12:00) Next, Heisman winner Desmond Howard joins to break down how this weekend's conference championship games will affect the CFP. (24:50) Finally, Joe Fortenbaugh gives his best bets for a loaded NFL Sunday slate! (39:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Stephen A. roasting George Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys! (0:00) Then, Micah Parsons sees the Bears disrespect. Will he raise them a couple sacks? (22:50) Next, LeBron's 10 point streak ended after 19 years, but his unselfish play earned the Lakers a win. Stephen A. has thoughts on the King's play style. (40:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with DanO questioning if the Cowboys really have what it takes to make the playoffs. (0:00) Then, Definitive Dan thinks we're all overreacting to Jaxson Dart's play style, and tells us to watch out for the Dolphins! (9:20) Then, are you higher on the Bears offense or Packers defense? (19:00) Finally, which offense will ball out more this week: Burrow and the Bengals or Allen and the Bills? (31:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Mina Kimes in studio! Mina, Dan and RC get after Stephen A. for his waffling Lions vs Cowboys pick! (0:00) Then, Brian Windhorst gives us the latest Giannis trade speculation and more on CP3's shocking dismissal from the Clippers. (16:40) Next, RC gives some perspective on James Harrison's comments about their former head coach Mike Tomlin. (42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with the scariest NFL teams. Hear the team Mad Dog thinks no one wants to see in the playoffs! (0:00) Then, the crew asks if the Bears are real contenders. (12:00) Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Nick Sirianni, NFL officiating, and Lane Kiffin. (24:00) Finally, we take a look back at Chris Paul's illustrious career after he was abruptly released by the LA Clippers early Wednesday morning. (39:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with the whole crew back in studio for Doggy Wednesdays! Can the Eagles catch the Cowboys in the race for the NFC East crown, and can the Chiefs run the table? (0:00) Then, Paul Finebaum on the latest CFP Rankings. (21:50) Finally, SAS sounds off on the Clippers for releasing Chris Paul in the middle of the night! (39:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with a monumental Thursday night brawl between the Cowboys and Lions. Who needs the win more? (0:00) Then, with the Steelers on the outside of the playoff picture, is the Rodgers signing a failure? (10:30) Next Stephen A's List! Find out his top 5 NFL teams after week 13! (23:30) And finally, does Abdul Carter's 1st quarter benching say more about him, or the Giants as an organization? (35:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with a Monday night beatdown! The Patriots are pounding through an easy schedule, but would you be surprised if they win the Super Bowl? And, how can Jaxson Dart avoid taking so many gruesome hits?(0:00) Then, how does Lane Kiffin look after his introductory press conference as LSU's head coach? (24:00) Finally, will Mahomes be viewed differently if the Chiefs miss the playoffs? (38:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with NFC parity. Which team are you most confident in right now? (0:00) Are there any true contenders in the AFC North, or is this a division full of frauds? (11:30) Then, Does Texas deserve to be in the College Football Playoffs, and should Ole Miss have let Lane Kiffin finish the season? (19:30) Next, do you believe in the Colts after a rough stretch of losses? (38:00) Finally, are the Broncos or Patriots the best team in the AFC? (40:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with the free falling Steelers. Should they move on from long time head coach Mike Tomlin? (0:00) Who had the worse Week 13 Loss: Rams or Eagles? (14:00) Then, we debate Lane Kiffin's tumultuous exit from Ole Miss. (25:30) Finally, should Shedeur start for the rest of the season? (42:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices