Pick a Side

Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls
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Mainstream sports media is tiring, isn’t it? Hot takes, bland statements, and generalizations have all worked in combination to ruin the viewing experience. Here is where Pick a Side comes in. We are a podcast dedicated to creating genuine conversations about sports. There will be bias included (we all have them), but they will always be backed up by facts. Come join us on our journey to creating the best sports podcast possible. Hosted by Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls. Become a Paid Subscriber:

  1. 1D AGO

    Shai vs All Time Greats, Bam's 83 Point Game, Vikings Land Kyler, and Free Agency Winners | Ep. 559

    In this epsiode we discuss Shai Gilgeous Alexanders peak compared to NBA Greats, Bam Adebayo's 83 point performance, Kyler Murray signing with the Vikings, the Maxx Crosby trade to Baltimore being rescinded and more from 2026 NFL Free Agency.Join us in Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastPolymarket early access is available now https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=ui TimestampsIntro 00:001. Jaylen Brown MVP Discourse 2:512. SGA's Peak vs All Time Greats 12:033. Should Harden have multiple MVPs? 15:184. Harden vs Russ MVP Season 24:215. Shai versus NBA Greats (continued) 29:506. James Harden 34:407. Kevin Garnett 37:378. Kevin Durant 38:479. Steph Curry 41:3410. OKC Supporting Cast 45:5011. SGA Versus Recap 54:5012. Bam Adebayo 83 Point Game Reaction 56:2713. Lu Dort Debate 1:09:1914. Kon vs Flagg: Rookie of the Year 1:19:1115. Can Lamelo make another leap? 1:27:4816. More regrettable trade: SGA or Luka? 1:30:1117. Darius Garland Clippers first look 1:38:2618. Can these West teams win a title? 1:45:1519. Phoenix Suns Turnaround 1:49:0320. Can these West teams win a title (continued) 1:52:5821. Can these East teams win a title? 1:53:5222. Where Does Lebron currently rank? 2:03:2023. Early March Madness Preview 2:14:0324. Kyler Murray to Minnesota 2:23:2625. Maxx Crosby Trade Rescinded 2:37:4826. NFL Free Agency Winners 2:46:58

    3h 7m

  2. 5D AGO

    Grading Every NFL Free Agency Move | Ep. 558

    In this episode, we recap every move from Day 1 of NFL Free Agency, the Ravens acquiring Maxx Crosby, Jayson Tatum making his early return and more.Join us in Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastPolymarket early access is available now https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=uiTimestampsIntro 00:001. Falcons Sign Tua Tagovailoa 05:562. Are the Celtics the best in the East with Tatum back? 20:013. AFC East Recap 30:494. Buffalo Bills 30:525. Dolphins Sign Malik Willis 35:276. New York Jets 42:047. Chiefs Sign Kenneth Walker 50:038. Chiefs Offseason Outlook 57:009. Las Vegas Raiders 1:02:1710. Los Angeles Chargers 1:09:4211. Denver Broncos 1:14:5412. Cleveland Browns 1:24:2013. Maxx Crosby Ravens trade 1:26:5414. WYR: Ravens Offense 1:36:2515. Pittsburgh Steelers 1:42:1416. Titans Spending Spree 1:47:1217. Houston Texans 1:52:4718. Jaguars FA Losses 1:56:3619. Indianapolis Colts 2:00:5920. New York Giants 2:05:5721. Washington Commanders 2:10:4122. Dallas Cowboys 2:16:2223. Philadelphia Eagles 2:22:2124. 49ers Sign Mike Evans 2:26:0025. Seattle Seahawks 2:30:5226. Arizona Cardinals 2:35:4227. Rams Massive Offseason 2:38:0528. Chicago Bears 2:46:3829. Packers FA Losses 2:42:0030. Minnesota Vikings 2:49:4531. Detroit Lions 2:51:1632. Atlanta Falcons 2:53:1733. New Orleans Saints 2:56:5834. Carolina Panthers 3:02:0335. Tampa Bay Bucs 3:06:2836. Rapid Fire AFC Grades 3:11:2837. Rapid Fire NFC Grades 3:17:07

    3h 24m

  3. MAR 3

    NFL Top 10 Mock Draft, SGA a Lock for MVP? De'Aaron Fox Slump, Hornets Ceiling, and More | Ep. 556

    In this episode we preview the 2026 NFL Draft, discuss Shai Gilgeous Alexander's MVP odds, the Nuggets recent losses to the Thunder and Timberwolves, NBA Coach of the Year and more Join us in Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastPolymarket early access is available nowL https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=ui⏰ Timestamps ⏰Intro 00:001. Merch giveaway and Patreon content 00:302. Is SGA a lock to win MVP? 11:413. Does Philly Regret Trading Jared McCain? 22:554. Are we worried about the Nuggets? 31:105. MPJ-Cam Johnson Trade 43:336. Our favorite Sushi spot 01:07:347. Knicks Dominant Spurs Win 01:11:288. Does Wemby's offense hold him back from BITW? 01:27:519. De’Aaron Fox's slump 01:31:3810. Is Kawhi Leonard Top 3? 01:42:0011. Harden’s Forgotten Playoff Moments 01:45:2512. Lebron's early carry jobs with the Cavs 01:50:4313. 2008 Celtics revisited 01:57:5714. JJ Redick & Luka heated exchange 02:05:0015. Coach of the Year: Mazzulla or Bickerstaff? 02:09:5516. What’s the ceiling of the Hornets? 02:20:3017. Top 10 NFL Mock Draft 02:36:2818. Raiders 02:37:4019. Jets 02:39:0820. Cardinals QB Plans 02:42:4021. Cardinals 02:44:0022. Titans 02:46:1923. Giants 02:51:0524. Browns 02:53:0325. Commanders 02:53:3726. Saints 02:59:5827. Chiefs 02:56:55 28. Bengals 02:59:5929. Mock Draft Recap 03:01:1830. Cold therapy 03:01:5531. Texans trades reaction 03:04:50

    3h 19m

  4. FEB 28

    Can Spurs Make the Finals? Knicks & Lakers Issues, Harden Injury, & Tiering Every NFL QB | Ep. 555

    In this episode we discuss whether the San Antonio Spurs are ready to make a Finals run, Cade Cunningham's MVP Odds, rank 2025 QB Seasons, predict potential landing spots for NFL Stars and more.Join us in Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcastPolymarket early access is available nowL https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=uiTimestampsIntro 00:001. NFL Combine Takeaways 15:002. T’Vondre Sweat Jermaine Johnson Trade 15:413. Jets Offseason Outlook 17:004. Are the Spurs ready for a finals run? 23:44 5. Can Cade Cunningham win MVP? 45:226. What’s Wrong with the Lakers? 1:13:507. Luka’s Shot Diet 1:21:008. JJ Redick: Lebron of NBA Podcasting? 1:36:009. Cavaliers Panic Meter 1:38:1810. Jonathan Kuminga Hawks debut 1:46:3511. Warriors Lackluster Player Development 1:48:0012. What are the Knicks Missing? 1:52:1313. Mike Brown Early Returns 1:56:5814. Jalen Brunson: Last of a Dying Breed? 2:05:1915. Under the radar NBA stories 2:11:0016. Toronto Raptors 2:12:4917. Thompson Twins Development 2:14:0018. Ty Jerome 2:16:3619. Zion Williamson 2:17:2620. Will these NFL stars get traded? 2:20:3621. Jaylen Waddle & DJ Moore 2:23:0022. Trent Mcduffie Landing Spots 2:32:15 23. AFC QB Tier List 2:33:4024. NFC QB Tier List 2:46:2725. Jared Goff is Underrated 2:54:3025. Purdy - Aiyuk Debate Revisited 2:56:50

    3 hr

  5. FEB 20

    Top 10 NBA Prospects, Grading NFL Team's Get HEATED, Tanking Solutions, and Pistons-Knicks | Ep. 554

    In this episode we break down the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, grade every NFL team's season and discuss whether the NBA has a tanking crisis. Join us in Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pickasidepodcast Polymarket early access is available nowL https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=ui Intro 00:00 Riv’s top 10 2026 prospects 15:22Question marks surrounding Darryn Peterson 34:20Better with Wemby: Knueppel or Harper? 42:52Can the Spurs make the finals? 52:00Proposed new rules for tanking 59:54Joel’s solution for tanking 01:09:10Riv tangent 01:11:54Was the draft fixed for Flagg? 01:15:38Riv is a Pistons fan now 01:21:21Pistons embarrass the Knicks 01:25:29How can bad teams get better in the NBA? 01:26:15Pistons-Knicks game tangent 01:32:07Pistons vs Knicks reaction 01:34:16Is Riv ready to go all-in on the Pistons? 01:41:35Superstars always perform at MSG 01:44:19Is LeBron going to retire + Joel story 01:44:54Will Lebron go to Cleveland for his final year? 01:51:23Heated Jaguars debate: Do they get an F grade? 02:03:11Heated Eagles debate: Do they get an F grade? 02:19:45AFC Team Grades 02:28:43Jaguars debate continued 02:42:44NFC Team Grades 02:54:49

    3h 23m

  6. FEB 18

    NBA Breakout Teams, All-Star Weekend, QB Carousel Predictions and Kevin Durant's Burner | Ep. 553

    In this episode we break down the hottest teams coming out the All Star break, covering NBA All Star Weekend, Kevin Durant's burner allegations, the NFL QB Carousel and more.Polymarket early access is now available: https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=uiTimestampsIntro 00:001.) Kevin Durant Burners Exposed 8:432.) Drew on Charlotte Flair 44:063.) Recapping All-Star Weekend 1:09:394.) Post ASB Breakout Teams 1:23:385.) Are these NBA Players HOF Worthy? 1:34:346.) This Week in the NFL 1:49:147.) QB Carousel Predictions 2:27:18

    2h 46m

  7. FEB 14

    Ranking Every Team in the NBA, Can the Cavs Make the Finals? Magic Struggles and More | Ep. 552

    In this episode we rank every NBA team into tiers, analyze the Cavaliers ceiling with James Harden and dissect Paolo Banchero's recent struggles. Polymarket early access is now available: https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=uiTimestampsIntro 00:001. All-Star Weekend 1:092. NBA Expansion Destinations 12:153. Can the Cavs Make the Finals? 19:504. What’s wrong with the Magic? 47:225. Eastern Conference Tier Ranking 1:08:356. Western Conference Tier Ranking 1:22:25

    1h 35m

  8. FEB 11

    Super Bowl Recap, Ranking Sam Darnold, Drake Maye Struggles, K3C5 All-Time QBs, and More | Ep. 551

    In this episode we break down Super Bowl 60, Sam Darnold's ranking in the NFL, Drake Mayes struggles, blind ranking recent Super Bowl MVP's and more.Polymarket early access is now available: https://polymarket.us/?shortlink=nrsjfz64&c=Dec%201%202025&pid=IG%20Stories%20Blitz&af_xp=social&source_caller=uiTimestampsIntro 00:001. Super Bowl LX Reaction 8:00 2. Kenneth Walker debate 16:423. Top 10 teams in 2027 SB Odds 28:134. Sam Darnold career trajectory 37:055. Top 10 QB evaluations 1:02:006. Drake Maye’s bad playoff run 1:13:06 7. Blindly ranking Super Bowl MVP’s 1:39:178. Keep 3 Cut 5 All-time QB’s 1:58:29

    2h 14m
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Mainstream sports media is tiring, isn’t it? Hot takes, bland statements, and generalizations have all worked in combination to ruin the viewing experience. Here is where Pick a Side comes in. We are a podcast dedicated to creating genuine conversations about sports. There will be bias included (we all have them), but they will always be backed up by facts. Come join us on our journey to creating the best sports podcast possible. Hosted by Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls. Become a Paid Subscriber:

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  • Creator
    Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    521
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joel Moran, River Brown, Andrew Velez, and Joel Dehls
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    Pick a Side

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