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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

    Hour 2: Draft Blitz

    Hour 2: Draft Blitz

    In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky, and Mina Kimes react to last night's NFL Draft results and debate if the Falcons had a misstep in drafting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall. Plus, we discuss if Caleb Williams or J.J. McCarthy is in the better position on their new teams. Joe Fortenbaugh is here to give us his best bets for this weekend's NBA Playoff games. DJ Khaled joins the show with a special announcement. Stephen A. has a message for his Knicks.
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    • 43 min
    Hour 1: He's Talon-ted

    Hour 1: He's Talon-ted

    In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark, and Marcus "Swagu" Spears react to the results of the first round of the NFL Draft and debate if the Falcons made a mistake drafting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall. Plus, we discuss why Micah Parsons is "utterly disgusted" by Philadelphia's draft. Jay Williams joins the show to tell us if he's surprised by the Lakers being on the verge of getting swept by the Nuggets and who he has winning the Knicks-76ers series.
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    • 44 min
    Hour 2: Count on Caleb?

    Hour 2: Count on Caleb?

    Stephen A. Smith and Marcus "Swagu" Spears have a heated debate on if Caleb Williams makes the Chicago Bears an immediate NFC Contender. Tim Legler and Brian Windhorst join the show to discuss Anthony Davis' comments about the Lakers coaching staff. The crew reacts to Jerry Jones' comments about Dak Prescott's future with the Dallas Cowboys. Lastly, Tim Legler has some words for the 76ers ahead of Game 3 versus the New York Knicks.
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    • 41 min
    Hour 1: NFL Draft Is Here!!!!!!!!

    Hour 1: NFL Draft Is Here!!!!!!!!

    Stephen A. Smith and Dan Orlovsky have a heated debate on which QB prospect in this year's draft has the most to prove this season. Tim Legler and Brian Windhorst join the show to discuss the Heat's upset win over the Celtics in Game 2 of their first round matchup. The crew discusses if the Giants should draft a QB with their first round pick. Lastly, they debate which player has been the most impressive in the NBA playoffs.
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    • 45 min
    Hour 2: Better Together?

    Hour 2: Better Together?

    Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Ryan Clark have a heated debate about Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys current roster this upcoming season. Joe Fortenbaugh is here with his best bets for this weekend's NBA playoff action. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Lastly, the crew debates which NFL team is in a better spot; the Chicago Bears or Washington Commanders?
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    • 45 min
    Hour 1: Onto the NFL Draft!

    Hour 1: Onto the NFL Draft!

    Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Tim Legler debates if the Suns-Timberwolves first round series is over. Ryan Clark joins the show to discuss if Caleb Williams can have the same successful rookie season as CJ Stroud. They also react live to the news on 2005 Heisman Trophy being returned to Reggie Bush. They debate who's the biggest threat facing the Nuggets between Clippers or Mavericks. Lastly, they discuss should the Bills move up in the NFL Draft to replace Stefon Diggs.
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    • 44 min

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