Grasping for Straws.....and Box Scores

Daniel Snow
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Three sports fans. Endless sports debates. Questionable predictions. Grasping for Straws & Box Scores is your go-to podcast for unfiltered sports conversations covering the NFL, NBA, college football, and college basketball. We'll break down the latest news, argue over the biggest storylines, make our predictions, and put each other to the test with fun games like "Pick One, Bench One, Cut One." Whether you agree with our takes or think we're completely losing it, we invite you to join the debate. Because sometimes the best sports conversations happen when you're grasping for straws... and checking the box scores.

  1. 7h ago

    **Is Justin Herbert Overrated? | NFL & College Football Recap + All-Time Offensive Trios**

    Another week of football, another round of heated debates! In this episode of Grasping for Straws and Box Scores, we break down all the biggest NFL and college football games from the weekend of October 9th, including the biggest wins, surprising losses, and standout performances. Then we put our football knowledge to the test with a Keep 3, Cut 5 featuring some of the greatest offensive trios in football history. We also take a closer look at Justin Herbert's struggles and play a game of "Name a Better QB Than Justin Herbert" to see where he really ranks among NFL quarterbacks. Football recaps, bold takes, all-time greats, and plenty of arguments along the way. Don't miss this week's episode!

    **Is Justin Herbert Overrated? | NFL & College Football Recap + All-Time Offensive Trios**

  2. 1d ago

    **Football Week in Review: Big Wins, Tough Losses & Surprising Upsets | NFL & College Football**

    Another week of football is in the books, and we've got plenty to break down! In this episode of Grasping for Straws and Box Scores, we recap all the action from the weekend of October 3rd, covering the biggest games in both college football and the NFL. From surprising upsets and dominant performances to disappointing losses and teams starting to make some noise, we share our reactions, biggest takeaways, and thoughts on where teams stand as the season heats up. Big games, bold opinions, and plenty of football debates — don't miss this week's episode!

    **Football Week in Review: Big Wins, Tough Losses & Surprising Upsets | NFL & College Football**

  3. Oct 2

    Football Predictions, Pass Rush Duos & Someone did not Enjoy Their Teams Loss

    Another huge weekend of football is here! In this episode, we look back at the biggest games from last week, including Michigan’s loss and Florida’s dominant performance, before turning our attention to what’s coming next. We break down the biggest upcoming matchups in both college football and the NFL and put our score predictions on the record. Then it’s game time. We battle through a Keep 3, Cut 5 featuring some of the best pass-rushing duos, and debate one question after another: Is this wide receiver better than Larry Fitzgerald? College football, NFL predictions, all-time debates, and plenty of disagreements — another episode of Grasping for Straws and Box Scores!

    Football Predictions, Pass Rush Duos & Someone did not Enjoy Their Teams Loss

  4. Sep 25

    NFL Week 2 Chaos! Josh Allen Dominates, Ravens Struggle & College Football Upsets

    Week 2 of the NFL season brought plenty of surprises, and we're breaking it all down! From Josh Allen's five-touchdown performance against the Lions to the Ravens' struggles, Caleb Williams' injury, and Dak Prescott making Cowboys history, we discuss the biggest storylines around the league. We also dive into college football, recap the biggest games of the weekend, and look ahead to some exciting matchups, including Texas vs. Tennessee and Ole Miss vs. Florida. To wrap things up, we put our football knowledge to the test with some heated Buy or Sell debates, Keep 3, Cut 5, and predictions for the upcoming week. Football, hot takes, and plenty of disagreements—another episode of Grasping for Straws and Box Scores!

    NFL Week 2 Chaos! Josh Allen Dominates, Ravens Struggle & College Football Upsets

  5. Sep 22

    Ohio State's Loss, Michigan's Big Win & NFL Week 1 Reactions | Grasping for Straws

    Football is back, and we've got plenty to talk about! In this episode, we're joined by a special guest—my dad—to break down Ohio State's disappointing loss, Michigan's win over Oklahoma, and the biggest college football games of the week. We also dive into NFL Week 1, going through every matchup and sharing our biggest takeaways from the opening weekend. To wrap things up, we put our Buckeye knowledge to the test with an Ohio State edition of Keep 3, Cut 5 and an all-time OSU player ranking challenge. College football rivalries, NFL reactions, and plenty of heated debates—another episode of Grasping for Straws!

    Ohio State's Loss, Michigan's Big Win & NFL Week 1 Reactions | Grasping for Straws

  6. Sep 7

    College Football Predictions, Aaron Donald Returns & Is Luka Top 5 All-Time?

    College football is back, and we’re putting our predictions on the record! In this episode, each of us goes through our favorite college team’s schedule and predicts how the season will play out. We also discuss the Rams adding Aaron Donald back to the defense and debate whether Luka Dončić has already earned a spot as a top-five guard of all time. Then things get a little more chaotic. We play “Worst People, Best Athletes,” look at which college football programs have had the most player arrests, and debate some of the wildest names and teams on the lists. Football predictions, NBA debates, questionable decisions, and plenty of arguments — another episode of Grasping for Straws.

    College Football Predictions, Aaron Donald Returns & Is Luka Top 5 All-Time?

  7. Aug 17

    **Who’s Buying College Football? | NIL Money, Madden QB Ratings & Fantasy Football**

    College sports are spending BIG, but which programs are leading the NIL arms race? In this episode, we break down some of the biggest-spending teams in college sports and debate what all that money means for the future of the game. We also jump over to the NFL to discuss the highest-rated quarterbacks in Madden, whether the ratings got it right, and talk a little fantasy football as the season gets closer. College football money, Madden debates, fantasy football and plenty of arguments along the way — another episode of Grasping at Straws.

    **Who’s Buying College Football? | NIL Money, Madden QB Ratings & Fantasy Football**

  8. Aug 3

    Are Detroit Sports Finally Back? | Lions, Michigan & Red Wings Debate

    This week on Grasping at Straws, we welcomed a special guest and lifelong Detroit sports fan to break down one of the most passionate sports cities in America. We discuss whether the Detroit Lions are legitimate Super Bowl contenders, what Michigan football should be expected to accomplish this season, and whether the Red Wings are finally ready to take the next step. We also debate the biggest expectations facing Detroit sports outside of baseball. Plus, we play some of our favorite games: 🏈 Keep 3, Cut 5 – The greatest Detroit and Michigan sports legends ⚡ Michigan Sports Lightning Round 🦁 Would You Rather championship edition 🎙️ Predictions for the Lions, Wolverines, Red Wings, and more Can Detroit finally bring another championship home? Let us know which team you think has the best chance in the comments! 👍 Like, subscribe, and join us every week as we debate the biggest stories in the NFL, NBA, College Football, College Basketball, NHL, and more! #DetroitLions #MichiganFootball #DetroitRedWings #NFL #CollegeFootball #SportsPodcast #DetroitSports #GraspingAtStraws #SportsDebate

    Are Detroit Sports Finally Back? | Lions, Michigan & Red Wings Debate
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Three sports fans. Endless sports debates. Questionable predictions. Grasping for Straws & Box Scores is your go-to podcast for unfiltered sports conversations covering the NFL, NBA, college football, and college basketball. We'll break down the latest news, argue over the biggest storylines, make our predictions, and put each other to the test with fun games like "Pick One, Bench One, Cut One." Whether you agree with our takes or think we're completely losing it, we invite you to join the debate. Because sometimes the best sports conversations happen when you're grasping for straws... and checking the box scores.

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