Raw Room

Daren Bates and Jalen Collins
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NFL Vets Daren Bates and Jalen Collins talk Sports, Culture and Current Events with Special Guests

  1. 3D AGO

    Sticky Rice

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio to close out 2025 as the guys discuss some of our top moments of the year, JC can finally put the LSU season to rest with a new era on the horizon, the squad recaps the bowl game festivities and all the crazy celebrations, the guys preview the next round of games in the CFP and make predictions, the guys talk the NFL's Christmas Day slate, Alex is hype for the Steelers big game vs the Ravens to decide a playoff spot, the discuss the Panthers and Bucs battling it out for the to get to the post-season, the squad recaps the Eagles win over the Bills as Josh Allen misfired a pass on a 2 point conversion, the 49ers dramatic win over the Bears, Jordan Love getting roasted for the gifts he gave his Green Bay Packers teammates, the Big Back Hour returns for another edition, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 59m

  2. 12/24/2025

    Sir Blitzenstein

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio as the guys celebrate the holiday cheer, recap the storylines from the first round of the CFP as they discuss whether the current format is sustainable, if the CFP committee got it right, former Texas A&M star defensive end Damontre Moore calls in as the guys go back and forth about the way the Aggies ended their season, the squad talks the Carolina Panthers currently sitting atop the NFC South, Caleb Williams and DJ Moore connecting on a clutch TD to beat the Packers, the guys break down the Steelers and Ravens race to win the AFC North, DK Metcalf's drama with a Lions fan, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 1m

  3. 12/17/2025

    Glueball (ft Sammie Coates: Frmr Steelers WR)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver, and current Columbia High School head football coach, Sammie Coates as he joins the squad in studio as he shares his story of going from the small town of Leroy, Alabama to becoming a star at Auburn and then joining a star-studded Steelers team as he remembers the extreme ups and downs of his time at Auburn, seeing the work ethic of Steelers legends every day, Sammie tells the guys how he became head coach at Columbia High School and inheriting a program that hadn't won a game in a decade along with the challenges and goals ahead of the football program, the guys break down the Diego Pavia Heisman Trophy ceremony drama, Fernando Mendoza taking the trophy home, the guys get real about the Shedeur Sanders wristband drama, the Chiefs officially being eliminated from the playoffs, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Contest continues on, and much more!  Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    3h 39m

  4. 12/10/2025

    Cold Snap

    Todays' episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio to talk about all the action from a dramatic college and NFL football weekend,  as the guys react to the College Football Playoff selection drama, Notre Dame getting left out and opting out of a bowl game while Bama gets in, the guys recap the conference championship games and talk Heisman, the squad can't believe the Browns took Shedeur Sanders off the field for the game-tying 2 point conversion attempt against the Titans, the Chiefs dropping another game as their playoff hopes dwindle, the Packers dramatic win over the Bears, Josh Allen continuing to put up elite stats, the Steelers regaining control of the AFC North after taking down the Ravens, the Cowboys playoff get squashed, the guys can't believe the signing day drama around the wide receiver prospect Legend Bey, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 16m

  5. 12/03/2025

    Blueberry Gum

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio as the guys recap a wild football weekend from coaching changes in college to all the NFL drama as Jalen is super hype for the Lane Kiffin era to begin at LSU, King reacts to Auburn hiring Alex Golesh as the next Tigers head coach, the guys break down the big rivalry games from the weekend, things get heated as the guys discuss the College Football Playoff scenarios ahead of conference championship weekend and how much value a conference championship has in the new era we're in, the squad talks the Panthers knocking off the LA Rams, the Minnesota Vikings offense hitting new lows, the Eagles continuing to slide after the Bears get a big win over Philadelphia, the Bills taking out the Steelers, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 54m

  6. 11/26/2025

    Ice Cream Man

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad gearing up for Thanksgiving football and an action packed rivalry weekend as the guys break down the biggest storylines across the football world including whether Lane Kiffin makes the jump from Ole Miss to LSU, King talks Auburn freshman quarterback Deuce Knight and the vibe during Iron Bowl week, the guys preview the Texas Longhorns big rivalry game with Texas A&M with SEC Championship game implications, the guys discuss the Shedeur Sanders first start for the Browns as Cleveland got a big win over the Raiders, the Cowboys coming back from a 21-0 deficit to beat the Eagles, Jameis Winston and the Giants almost getting the win over the Lions, the Big Back Hour returns with a special Thanksgiving edition, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    1h 51m

  7. 11/19/2025

    Blissful Wizard

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio as the guys break down all the drama from across the college and NFL weekends as the guys talk Heisman race, playoff scenarios, Oklahoma's upset win over Alabama, Georgia continuing to hand Texas Ls, Jalen is hype for LSU's interim coach Frank Wilson getting his first win as coach, the guys weigh in on the questionable pass interference call in the closing moments in the Eagles win over the Lions, the guys get real on Shedeur Sanders debut, Jalen  is not happy about the Panthers sweeping Atlanta this season, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Download Cash App Today: [https://click.cash.app/ui6m/cetmcnhu] #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 29m

  8. 11/12/2025

    Blackberry Caviar (ft Mardy Gilyard)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features special guest Mardy Gilyard, former NFL wide receiver and former First Team All-American and Cincinnati Bearcats legend, as he shares his story as a zero star recruit in Florida to the being selected in the NFL Draft, how he ended up at Cincinnati and how his relationship with then-head coach Brian Kelly soured, how he overcame sleeping in his car and homelessness while trying to earn his scholarship back, Mardy tells the guys about his wild recruiting process, becoming a star at Cincinnati and the Bearcats iconic 2009 undefeated season, King and Mardy discuss being Eagles teammates in Philadelphia as they remember playing alongside Michael Vick and for head coach Andy Reid, Mardy discusses his domination in the Arena Football League and gets transparent about the obstacles he's faced on his path, the guys break down all the action-packed drama from the college and NFL weekend, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by: Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    4h 27m
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NFL Vets Daren Bates and Jalen Collins talk Sports, Culture and Current Events with Special Guests

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  • Creator
    Daren Bates and Jalen Collins
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    299
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Raw Room
  • Show Website
    Raw Room

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