Zach Smackz

Zach Gordon
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Zach Smackz is a sports podcast that covers all major sports, featuring in depth discussions, hot takes, and guest interviews with athletes, analysts, and insiders. The show also touches on sports betting, providing insights and strategies for fans looking to get an edge. With engaging conversations and expert opinions, Zach Smackz delivers an entertaining and informative experience for all sports enthusiasts.

  1. Sep 12

    NFL Week 1 Is HERE: Upset Picks, Dolphins-Raiders & Our Boldest Predictions

    The wait is over. NFL Week 1 is finally here, and the boys are breaking down the entire slate before heading to Las Vegas for the Miami Dolphins’ season opener against the Raiders. Zach Smacks, Papa Smacks and the crew go game by game with their Week 1 predictions, potential upsets and the matchups they’re watching closest. And when they get to Miami, things get interesting: could the new-look Dolphins actually shock the Raiders in Vegas? The guys are buying into the young talent, the new direction of the organization and what Malik Willis could bring to Miami. They also look beyond Week 1 and try to predict Miami’s entire season. Is this still a four- or five-win rebuilding team, or could the Dolphins surprise people early? And if Miami ends up with a top draft pick, should they stay committed to Malik Willis and target a player like Jeremiah Smith instead of another quarterback? Then the debates really start. Jeremiah Smith vs. Malachi Toney. Justin Herbert and the excuses surrounding his lack of playoff success. Whether Patrick Mahomes is still a top-five quarterback. And which NFL coaches and teams have the most to prove this season. The guys also jump into college football and a controversial Michigan–Western Michigan finish that sparks one of the biggest arguments of the episode. Was it a legitimate ending—or one of the worst calls they’ve ever seen? Football is back, the takes are already getting hot, and some of these predictions are either going to look brilliant or absolutely terrible by the end of the season. #NFL #NFLWeek1 #MiamiDolphins #Dolphins #Raiders #NFLPredictions #MalikWillis #JeremiahSmith #JustinHerbert #PatrickMahomes #CollegeFootball #FootballPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    NFL Week 1 Is HERE: Upset Picks, Dolphins-Raiders & Our Boldest Predictions

  2. Sep 4

    Are the Miami Dolphins REALLY Rebuilding? Roster Cuts, New Faces & 2026 Expectations

    The NFL season is almost here, and the Miami Dolphins look almost nothing like the team fans have gotten used to. In this episode, Zach and the crew break down Miami’s revamped roster, the surprising cuts, waiver-wire additions and what this new regime is actually trying to build. With one of the youngest rosters in football and expectations much lower than previous seasons, is this a true rebuild—or could the Dolphins surprise people? They get into the quarterback situation, Miami’s preseason performance, the offensive line, the concerns in the secondary and which young players could emerge as legitimate difference-makers. After Miami added seven players through waivers, there are plenty of questions about just how much talent this roster currently has. The guys also react to the idea that this season’s success shouldn’t necessarily be measured by wins. Is that waving the white flag before Week 1, or is Miami finally being realistic about where the franchise stands? And it wouldn’t be the show without getting sidetracked. The conversation moves from Dolphins football to college football kicking off, Florida Panthers hockey, UFC underdogs, a possible Vegas trip—and somehow even how many times a day everyone showers. With Dolphins football right around the corner, the real question is simple: How many games does Miami actually win this year? Drop your prediction in the comments. #MiamiDolphins #Dolphins #FinsUp #NFL #NFL2026 #DolphinsFootball #NFLPredictions #MiamiSports #FloridaPanthers #UFC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Are the Miami Dolphins REALLY Rebuilding? Roster Cuts, New Faces & 2026 Expectations

  3. Aug 28

    NFL Hot Takes Get HEATED: Caleb Williams Over Jalen Hurts?! Chiefs MISS the Playoffs AGAIN?

    Zach Smacks is back in the studio with Kahari and special guest David, Head of Creator Acquisition at Winnable, for an episode packed with NFL predictions, heated quarterback debates, betting takes, and plenty of arguments that could look either brilliant or completely insane by the end of the season. David came ready with some BOLD predictions. After correctly calling the Chiefs missing the playoffs and Denver's breakout last season, he's doubling down: Kansas City misses the postseason AGAIN, the Chicago Bears could be left out, and the Minnesota Vikings could shock everyone by winning their division. Then things get heated when the conversation turns to Jalen Hurts and Caleb Williams. Would an Eagles fan actually trade Hurts for Caleb Williams right now? The answer leaves the entire room stunned and sparks a full debate over Hurts' passing ability, the talent surrounding him in Philadelphia, and why quarterbacks like Justin Herbert seem to get far less criticism despite having nowhere near Hurts' postseason success. The guys also unload on Deshaun Watson and his relationship with Browns fans before jumping into more NFL predictions. Is Joe Burrow approaching a make-or-break season in Cincinnati? Could the Texans MISS the playoffs? Is Jacksonville ready to take the AFC South? And Zach makes a prediction Dolphins fans may want to bookmark: Miami finishes 8-9. Plus, the NBA debate returns as the guys argue over expectations for the Miami Heat, where Giannis ranks against Jason Tatum, and whether Miami can legitimately finish as one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. NFL season is here, the predictions are officially on record, and somebody at this table is going to have a LOT of explaining to do later. Subscribe for more Zach Smacks, sports debates, betting talk, predictions, and unfiltered takes every week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    NFL Hot Takes Get HEATED: Caleb Williams Over Jalen Hurts?! Chiefs MISS the Playoffs AGAIN?

  4. Aug 21

    Is Malik Willis the ANSWER for Miami? Dolphins, Tua, Heat & NFL Hot Takes

    Zach Smacks is back with Kahari, and football season is officially heating up. The guys break down what they saw from the Miami Dolphins in the preseason, including why Malik Willis has Zach believing Miami may have finally found its quarterback. They discuss the new-look Dolphins offense, Caleb Douglas, the offensive line, Miami's rebuilding mentality, and what expectations should realistically look like this season. Then things get heated. Zach and Kahari revisit the Tua Tagovailoa era in Miami, debate what went wrong and whether Tua deserves more credit for the exciting years he gave Dolphins fans. Around the NFL, they get into the Cowboys, Giants, Odell Beckham Jr., the NFC race and plenty more before putting some of the biggest names in fantasy football through a blind ranking. And South Florida sports aren't stopping with the Dolphins. The guys talk Florida Panthers hockey, Brad Marchand's injury, and why they're still confident in the Panthers' depth. Finally, the Miami Heat debate gets LOUD as the guys argue over where Miami stacks up against the Sixers, Knicks, Celtics and the rest of the Eastern Conference. Dolphins football is almost here — and Zach and Kahari will be heading to Las Vegas for Miami's Week 1 matchup against the Raiders. Subscribe for more Dolphins talk, NFL predictions, fantasy football, betting talk and everything happening across South Florida sports. For the thumbnail, I'd 100% lean into Malik Willis rather than trying to fit the Heat, Panthers and everything else into it. Big text: “WE FOUND OUR QB?!” Zach + Malik Willis + Dolphins branding. That could be a really strong package with the title. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Is Malik Willis the ANSWER for Miami? Dolphins, Tua, Heat & NFL Hot Takes

  5. Aug 15

    From Fugitive & Prison to UFC Top 10 | Ian Heinisch’s INSANE Story

    He Fled the Country… Then Became a UFC Top 10 Fighter | Ian Heinisch Prison, Addiction & the UFC: Ian Heinisch’s Incredible Comeback Story From Prison to the UFC: The Ian Heinisch Story | Zach Smack Show He Was a Fugitive at 19… Then Became a UFC Star | Ian Heinisch I think “He Was a Fugitive at 19…” could be killer for CTR. YouTube Description Former UFC Top 10 middleweight Ian Heinisch joins Zach Smack for one of the wildest conversations we've had on the show. Before fighting some of the toughest middleweights in the world, Ian's life looked completely different. He opens up about addiction, getting arrested on drug charges at 19, fleeing the United States with roughly $2,000, living as a fugitive in Europe, eventually being arrested and serving time in a Spanish prison. But prison wasn't the end of Ian's story. Ian explains how faith, discipline, wrestling and MMA helped him rebuild his life. After returning to Colorado, he walked into an MMA gym and began a journey that would eventually take him all the way to the UFC, where he competed against names including Derek Brunson, Kelvin Gastelum and Nassourdine Imavov. Ian also gets candid about the darker side of professional fighting, including the brain injury and symptoms that ultimately forced him to step away from competition. Today, he's building his next chapter as president of Ice Wars — a combat sport built around three one-minute rounds of hockey fighting. Ian breaks down the vision for the sport, its viral growth, potential former NHL involvement, and where he believes Ice Wars can go next. From addiction and prison to the UFC and entrepreneurship, this is a story about hitting bottom, rebuilding your life and refusing to quit. Subscribe to The Zach Smack Show for more conversations with athletes, fighters, entrepreneurs and personalities from across the sports world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    From Fugitive & Prison to UFC Top 10 | Ian Heinisch’s INSANE Story

  6. Aug 12

    Are the Colts REALLY Super Bowl Contenders?! + Dolphins vs. Ravens & NFL Hot Takes

    The NFL season is heating up, and Zach Smacks and Kahari are back with some BOLD takes. The guys break down the biggest storylines around the league, starting with the Miami Dolphins and their Thursday Night Football matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Can Miami build off its dominant performance against Atlanta, or are Dolphins fans about to come crashing back down to reality? Then things get heated over the Indianapolis Colts. At 7-1, are they actually legitimate Super Bowl contenders? Zach believes they have a real shot at coming out of the AFC, while Kahari isn't ready to put them ahead of teams like Kansas City and Buffalo. The guys also make their early Super Bowl predictions and debate whether teams like the Rams, Packers, Eagles and Chiefs have what it takes to make a championship run. Plus, they debate whether Dak Prescott is even a top-10 NFL quarterback, discuss Justin Fields and the dysfunctional New York Jets, question the future of Bengals coach Zac Taylor, and explain why the Washington Commanders could be heading for serious regression. The conversation also turns to the growing controversy surrounding sports betting and professional sports, including the Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups situations and whether gambling's influence on sports could be much bigger than fans realize. And with the Miami Heat off to a surprisingly strong start, Kahari explains why their new fast-paced offense has him believing this team could make some serious noise in a wide-open Eastern Conference. In this episode: Dolphins vs. Ravens Thursday Night Football predictions Are the Indianapolis Colts legitimate Super Bowl contenders? Chiefs, Eagles, Packers and Rams Super Bowl predictions Is Dak Prescott still a top-10 quarterback? Justin Fields and the dysfunctional Jets Should Zac Taylor be fired? Why the Commanders could continue falling The NBA sports-betting controversy Miami Heat's surprising start World Series talk NFL betting picks and plenty of wild hot takes Subscribe for more NFL predictions, sports betting talk, Miami sports, NBA debates and unfiltered sports conversations. Fins up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Are the Colts REALLY Super Bowl Contenders?! + Dolphins vs. Ravens & NFL Hot Takes

  7. Aug 10

    MLB Trade Deadline Winners & Losers + NFL Futures, LeBron to Philly & Cowboys Super Bowl?!

    The crew is back in the studio breaking down one of the busiest days in sports! We dive into the biggest moves from the MLB Trade Deadline, discuss which teams improved the most, and debate whether the Dodgers have separated themselves from the rest of baseball. We also discuss the incredible run by the Red Sox, the Brewers' surprising success despite a lack of power, bullpen meltdowns around the league, and the teams to watch as the playoff race heats up. Then we shift to football with bold NFL predictions, Hall of Fame Game betting strategies, Super Bowl futures, the Miami Dolphins, Malik Willis, Dallas Cowboys expectations, college football futures, and why the Miami Hurricanes could make serious noise this season. In this episode: ⚾ MLB Trade Deadline winners & losers 🔥 Are the Red Sox the hottest team in baseball? 🏆 Can anyone stop the Dodgers? 💰 Best MLB betting strategies & value picks 🏈 NFL futures and Hall of Fame Game bets ⭐ Cowboys Super Bowl prediction 🐬 Dolphins & Malik Willis discussion 🎓 College Football futures: Miami, Ohio State & more 👀 LeBron to Philadelphia reaction Who do you think won the MLB Trade Deadline? And which NFL team are you betting to win the Super Bowl? Let us know in the comments! #MLB #NFL #SportsBetting #MLBTradeDeadline #Dodgers #RedSox #Cowboys #MiamiDolphins #CollegeFootball #SportsPodcast #NFLPredictions #Baseball #Football Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    MLB Trade Deadline Winners & Losers + NFL Futures, LeBron to Philly & Cowboys Super Bowl?!

  8. Jul 2

    GIANNIS TO MIAMI! 🤯 Heat Become Instant Contenders? NBA Free Agency, MLB & NFL Predictions

    The NBA offseason has completely changed the landscape of the league, and we're breaking it all down. In this episode, we react to the blockbuster trade that brings Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, debate whether Miami is now a legitimate championship contender, discuss LeBron James' future, and rank the NBA's best duos heading into the new season. We also dive into the Yankees' recent struggles, MLB playoff races, Florida Panthers offseason moves, World Cup predictions, NFL headlines, and even make our way-too-early Super Bowl picks. Topics include: Giannis traded to the Miami Heat Is Miami a championship contender? LeBron James trade rumors NBA free agency winners & losers Blind ranking NBA duos Yankees and MLB playoff race Florida Panthers offseason moves World Cup predictions NFL headlines & early Super Bowl predictions Who won the NBA offseason? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    GIANNIS TO MIAMI! 🤯 Heat Become Instant Contenders? NBA Free Agency, MLB & NFL Predictions
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3.7
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About

Zach Smackz is a sports podcast that covers all major sports, featuring in depth discussions, hot takes, and guest interviews with athletes, analysts, and insiders. The show also touches on sports betting, providing insights and strategies for fans looking to get an edge. With engaging conversations and expert opinions, Zach Smackz delivers an entertaining and informative experience for all sports enthusiasts.

Information

  • Creator
    Zach Gordon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Zach Gordon
  • Show Website
    Zach Smackz

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