Opinions Matter Sports

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Opinions Matter Sports is a weekly sports podcast that goes beyond the headlines. We break down the biggest stories in the NFL, college sports, and beyond with honest discussion, real perspective, and thoughtful debate. This is not hot takes for clicks. It is real conversation about players, teams, decisions, and accountability, with context that respects the intelligence of the audience. Because the real debate happens after the game ends.

  1. Sep 9

    NFL Is Back: Week 1 Picks, Hot Takes & Don't Get Emotional

    The NFL is back, college football is heating up, and we've got plenty of opinions. On this episode of the Opinions Matter Sports Show, we start with Hot Topics, discussing which NFL teams we're buying and selling, who has the most to prove in 2026, and our biggest early college football overreactions. Then it's Pick'em. We're putting our names behind our picks for some of the biggest NFL and college football games over the next two weeks, and we're keeping receipts all season. Things heat up during Don't Get Emotional as we discuss the ongoing Stephen A. Smith, Cari Champion and Jemele Hill situation. We also debate whether Josh Allen needs a Super Bowl to remain in the Patrick Mahomes conversation and whether the Dallas Cowboys are still an elite franchise or simply an elite brand. Finally, everybody gets the floor for Get It Off Ya Chest. No filters. No safe answers. Just sports, conversation and opinions. TJ • DK Everybody's got an opinion. Around here, Opinions Matter. Follow the show and share this episode with somebody who always has something to say about sports.

  2. Aug 15

    Questionable Calls, QB Decisions & Bulls vs. Warriors

    Could Michael Jordan's Last Dance Bulls beat Steph Curry's 73-win Warriors? Kelvin, TJ, and DK take on the ultimate cross-generation matchup: the 1997–98 Chicago Bulls vs. the 2015–16 Golden State Warriors. The Bulls finished 62–20, captured their sixth NBA championship and completed their second three-peat. The Warriors finished an NBA-record 73–9, surpassing Chicago's previous regular-season record, but fell short of the championship. So who wins a seven-game series? We debate Jordan, Pippen and Rodman's defense against Curry, Klay and Golden State's historic shooting and pace, while tackling the bigger question of how teams from different eras should be compared. The conversation doesn't stop with the NBA. We also discuss WNBA officiating and referee standards, along with some of the NFL quarterback decisions generating debate as the season approaches. Different eras. Different styles. Different opinions. Opinions Matter Sports Show We may not be experts about anything, but we have opinions about everything.

  3. Jul 29

    🚨 ESPN's QB Rankings, ESPN Layoffs & The Gill's Arena Shakeup | Opinions Matter Sports Show

    This week on the Opinions Matter Sports Show, Kelvin, TJ, and DK dive into three of the biggest stories shaping the sports world. 🏈 ESPN's Top NFL Quarterback RankingsThe preseason quarterback rankings are out, and not everyone agrees. Did ESPN get it right, or are some quarterbacks ranked too high while others aren't getting the respect they deserve? We break down the list and share who belongs in the top five heading into the season. 📺 ESPN Layoffs and the Future of Sports MediaESPN is making headlines again, this time because of another round of high-profile departures. What do these moves mean for the network, sports journalism, and the future of how fans consume sports content? 🎙️ The Gill's Arena ShakeupOne of the most popular basketball podcasts is going through major changes. We discuss what's happening behind the scenes, what it means for the show moving forward, and whether these changes will help or hurt the brand.

  4. Jul 29

    Team USA Stumbles, NBA Blockbuster Trades & Is Caitlin Clark Facing a Double Standard?

    This week on the Opinions Matter Sports Show, Kelvin, TJ, and DK break down another week of the biggest stories in sports with honest opinions and lively debate. 🏆 This episode includes: Team USA Men's Soccer suffers a disappointing loss. What went wrong, and what does it mean moving forward?NBA offseason blockbuster trades. Which teams got better, who overpaid, and who are the early winners and losers?Way-too-early NFL predictions. Our picks for surprise teams, playoff contenders, and who could be raising the Lombardi Trophy.Anonymous sources in sports media. Are unnamed sources helping journalism, or have they become a way to spread rumors without accountability?

  5. Jun 15

    Karmelo Anthony Verdict, Brian Sorsby Gambling Scandal & Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals

    This week, we break down the NBA Finals showdown between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs and discuss whether the Knicks have officially arrived as the NBA's next powerhouse or if the Spurs' young core is still built for the long haul. 🎰 We also dive into the growing controversy surrounding Brian Sorsby and the gambling allegations, what it means for college athletics, and whether the NCAA is doing enough to protect the integrity of the game. ⚖️ Plus, we discuss the verdict in the Karmelo Anthony case, the public reaction, and how the sports community continues to be divided over the outcome. 🔥 Real opinions. Real debate. No scripts.

  6. May 30

    Redshirting Kids, Caitlin Clark, and Brunson vs SGA | Opinions Matter Sports

    On this episode of Opinions Matter Sports, we dive into some of the hottest debates in sports today. 🏈 Youth Sports Debate:Parents across the country are holding their children back in 8th grade to gain an athletic advantage. Is redshirting becoming the new normal, or is it creating an unfair playing field for young athletes? 🏀 WNBA Debate:Is Caitlin Clark the face of the WNBA, and should she be? We discuss her impact on the league, the attention she's brought to women's basketball, and whether anyone else deserves that title. 🔥 NBA Debate:Who would you rather build around right now: Jalen Brunson or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? We break down leadership, playoff performance, consistency, and who gives their team the best chance to win. 🎤 Get It Off Ya Chest:The crew sounds off on the topics that are driving them crazy in the world of sports. No scripts. No filters. Just opinions. Drop your thoughts in the comments:• Would you redshirt your child for sports?• Is Caitlin Clark the face of the WNBA?• Who are you taking: Brunson or SGA? Because the real debate happens after the game ends. #OpinionsMatterSports #CaitlinClark #WNBA #JalenBrunson #SGA #NBA #YouthSports #SportsPodcast #SportsTalk #Basketball #CollegeSports #SportsDebate

  7. May 27

    Rodgers to the Steelers?! NFL Schedule Reactions + NBA Is Losing Fans

    This week we break down the shocking move of Aaron Rodgers signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers and what it means for the AFC playoff picture moving forward. We also dive into the newly released NFL schedule, biggest matchups of the season, prime time games, and teams with the toughest road ahead.Plus, TJ In Da Zone returns with a passionate take on what he believes is the declining product of the NBA. From load management to lack of rivalries and overall fan engagement, we debate whether the league still delivers the same energy fans grew up loving.Tap in for real sports talk, real debate, and unfiltered opinions.🏈 Aaron Rodgers to the Steelers🏈 NFL Schedule Reactions🏀 Is the NBA Product Declining?🎙️ TJ In Da Zone Segment🔥 Opinions Matter SportsLike, comment, and subscribe because the real debate happens after.

  8. Jan 20

    Who Really Gets the Benefit of the Doubt

    In this episode of Opinions Matter Sports Show, we dig into how narratives are created and who actually gets the benefit of the doubt in sports. We talk about how sports media shapes perception early, how some players are labeled before they ever get a real chance, and why others are constantly given grace. We also discuss whether fans truly believe in development or if patience only exists when it is convenient. The conversation touches on unequal standards, media protection, and how expectations shift depending on market, reputation, and timing. We also close the show with Get It Off Your Chest, where the hosts speak freely about what has been bothering them lately, including thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers and head coach Mike Tomlin. This episode is not about box scores or quick reactions. It is about the conversations that start after the game ends. Because the real debate happens AFTER the game ends.

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Opinions Matter Sports is a weekly sports podcast that goes beyond the headlines. We break down the biggest stories in the NFL, college sports, and beyond with honest discussion, real perspective, and thoughtful debate. This is not hot takes for clicks. It is real conversation about players, teams, decisions, and accountability, with context that respects the intelligence of the audience. Because the real debate happens after the game ends.

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  • Creator
    Opinions Matter Sports
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Opinions Matter Sports
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