Ride the Line

WSN.com, Grant Mitchell, Tanner Kern

Ride the Line is a sports and sports betting-themed podcast that reviews the biggest headlines, reacts to recent events, gives betting picks, and loves to crack jokes. Tune in to see what Grant and Tanner are getting into this week!

  1. 1D AGO

    Kyler Murray to VIKINGS, March Madness Sleepers & NBA Finals Predictions with Grant & Tanner

    Grant and Tanner cover the biggest stories in sports: Kyler Murray signs with the Vikings (what does this mean for JJ McCarthy?), March Madness upset picks and top contenders, and NBA playoff predictions including why the Thunder are overvalued and Grant's bold Spurs Finals pick. KYLER MURRAY → VIKINGS What should expectations be with Justin Jefferson? Can Minnesota compete in the NFC North? Is this the long-term solution or does JJ McCarthy take over mid-season? MARCH MADNESS BREAKDOWN Upset picks: Louisville and Vanderbilt can make runs. Top dogs: Michigan and Duke have championship talent. Scariest matchups: UConn and Kansas are nightmare draws with elite coaching and tournament experience. NBA CONFERENCE WINNERS Celtics lead the East with Tatum back from Achilles injury, but can he handle playoff minutes? Thunder are overvalued despite best record - youth and inexperience will show. Grant's bold call: Spurs win the Finals with Wembanyama dominating and CP3's championship experience. BOTTOM LINE Three huge debates: Can Kyler Murray lead Minnesota to the playoffs or is this delaying the inevitable? Which March Madness sleeper shocks the bracket? And is Grant insane for picking the Spurs over Boston and OKC? Drop your takes below. Vikings playoffs? Final Four? NBA champ?  Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    55 min
  2. 4D AGO

    NFL Free Agency is off to a HOT START | Day 1 Free Agency Reactions | College Basketball Conference Tournament Picks

    Grant and Tanner cover FIVE topics - NFL free agency Day 1 winners/losers (Kenneth Walker to Chiefs, Raiders LB rebuild, CJ Stroud impact), conference tournament picks and parlays (Duke wins ACC, Michigan wins Big Ten), Tua Tagovailoa to Falcons (career revival?, better than Penix Jr?), Malik Willis to Dolphins $22M (huge risk, unproven, rebuilding after Tua/Tyreek released), and Mike Evans to 49ers 3-year $20M (Grant and Tanner DON'T GET IT - injuries, declining, age 33). NFL FREE AGENCY WINNERS & LOSERS Kenneth Walker to Chiefs: Chiefs add another weapon to Mahomes - dynasty continues or overkill? Raiders rebuild entire LB room (smart or overpaying?). CJ Stroud/Texans impact - did Houston do enough? Breaking down biggest steals, worst overpays, which teams helped/hurt Super Bowl odds. CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT PICKS The Card: Duke wins ACC Tournament (locks), Michigan wins Big Ten (too talented). Grant and Tanner picking SEC, Big 12, Big East winners, upset picks to fade, best value bets. Building perfect parlay for championship weekend. TUA TO FALCONS - CAREER REVIVAL? The Signing: Tua signs with Falcons - can he revive career after concussions? Is he better than Michael Penix Jr (what happens to Penix - wasted pick?)? Fits offense with London/Pitts/Bijan. Does this make Falcons NFC South favorites? Right decision or huge mistake? MALIK WILLIS TO DOLPHINS - HUGE RISK The Gamble: Willis signs $22M per year with Dolphins - HUGE risk given how unproven he is. Not a lot but not nothing. Dolphins rebuilding after releasing Tua and Tyreek Hill (massive work to do). Can Willis be franchise QB or disaster? Grant skeptical, Tanner says raw tools there but needs development. MIKE EVANS TO 49ERS - DON'T GET IT The Confusion: Evans signs 3-year $20M with 49ers - Grant and Tanner DON'T UNDERSTAND IT. Injury history (can't stay healthy), declining play (not same player), turns 33 (deal through age 36), $20M too much. What are 49ers thinking? Does this hurt Super Bowl window? Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    57 min
  3. MAR 6

    JAYSON TATUM IS BACK | Duke vs UNC Betting Preview | DJ Moore to the Bills

    Grant and Tanner cover THREE topics - Jayson Tatum returning from torn Achilles Friday vs Mavericks (did he rush back?, Celtics title chances), Duke vs UNC this weekend (why Duke wins, Caleb Wilson return status, national championship picture), and DJ Moore traded to Bills (does Josh Allen have enough for Super Bowl?, who wins AFC?). JAYSON TATUM RETURNS FRIDAY - RUSHED BACK? The Return: Tatum back from torn Achilles vs Mavericks Friday after [X months]. Did he rush back? Grant and Tanner debate timeline vs other torn Achilles recoveries (Durant, Kobe). Celtics should use minutes restrictions, expect rust first game. Can Celtics win title with compromised Tatum? Eastern Conference implications.  DUKE VS UNC - WHY DUKE WINS The Preview: Grant and Tanner like Duke to win this weekend. Elite defense, home court advantage, UNC without full-strength Caleb Wilson (top-5 pick, fractured left hand - return status unclear). Duke stacking up well for national championship picture - peaking at right time. UNC needs Wilson back and upset for ACC title race.  DJ MOORE TO BILLS - JOSH ALLEN SUPER BOWL? The Trade: DJ Moore traded to Bills - blockbuster move. Does Josh Allen finally have enough weapons (Moore, Shakir, Kincaid, Cook)? Grant says YES, most complete offense Allen has had. Is Bills window closed or RE-OPENING? Allen in prime, Moore gives elite #1. Who wins AFC: Chiefs still favorites or Bills legitimate threat? Breaking down Moore's fit in Buffalo offense.  BOTTOM LINE Tatum returns Friday (rushed back?, Celtics title chances). Duke beats UNC (Wilson return unclear, Duke strong for national title). DJ Moore to Bills (Allen has weapons now, Bills window opening?, who wins AFC?). Your takes?  Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    53 min
  4. MAR 3

    Ty Simpson #2 to the Jets | NFL Mock Draft 2.0 | Post Combine Picks for Every Time

    Grant and Tanner cover THREE topics - Ty Simpson potentially going #2 to Jets and Drew Allar replacing Burrow or Hurts, best landing spots for Tua Tagovailoa (Falcons) and Kyler Murray (Jets) when released, and post-Combine mock draft with Chiefs trading up to #3, Simpson top-6, Sonny Styles top-5, and Commanders decision at #7. TY SIMPSON & DREW ALLAR DRAFT PROJECTIONS Simpson to Jets?: Could Ty Simpson go SECOND to Jets with elite arm talent after Combine? Jets desperate for QB after Rodgers disaster, Simpson's big arm fits but accuracy concerns remain. Allar Replacing Burrow/Hurts: Drew Allar could replace Joe Burrow (injury history) or Jalen Hurts (contract/general inconsistency). More athletic than Simpson, perfect heir apparent for contending team, projected third QB. TUA & KYLER LANDING SPOTS Tua to Falcons: Grant and Tanner BOTH like Tua to Falcons - perfect scheme fit, weapons like Drake London/Kyle Pitts, Kirk Cousins replacement. Quick release and accuracy fits Arthur Smith's offense. Kyler to Jets: Both like Kyler to Jets - desperate for QB, dual-threat ability, weapons like Garrett Wilson/Breece Hall. Fresh start for Kyler after Cardinals failure, but work ethic/size concerns remain.  POST-COMBINE MOCK DRAFT Chiefs Trade Up: Chiefs trade UP to third overall for elite edge or offensive weapon. Aggressive move after back-to-back Super Bowls. Ty Simpson goes top-6 after elite Combine, Sonny Styles in the top 10. Full first-round breakdown with every pick explained.  BOTTOM LINE Simpson could go #2 to Jets, Allar replaces Burrow/Hurts. Tua to Falcons, Kyler to Jets when released. Post-Combine mock: Chiefs up to #3, Simpson top-6, Styles top-5.  Your takes? Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    1h 4m
  5. FEB 27

    Sonny Styles Crushed the NFL Combine | NFL Report Card Breakdown | Michigan vs Illinois Betting Pick

    Grant and Tanner cover THREE topics - betting picks for #2 Michigan vs #10 Illinois (both like the over and Michigan to win), NFL Combine results with Sonny Styles setting records and Rueben Bain measuring SMALL (30 7/8" arms - third-smallest on record!), and NFL report cards where Bengals fail, Vikings/Dolphins/Commanders succeed, plus what free agents should prioritize. MICHIGAN VS ILLINOIS BETTING PICKS The Picks: Grant and Tanner BOTH like the over and Michigan to win. Elite offenses, pace of play, home court advantage. Breaking down why the over hits and Michigan covers. Confidence level high on both bets.NFL COMBINE - STYLES SETS RECORDS, BAIN MEASURES SMALL The Results: Sonny Styles sets records with elite testing - perfect versatility for Daronte Jones. Rueben Bain measures 6'2", 263 lbs, 30 7/8" arms (THIRD-SMALLEST on record!) - major concern. David Bailey solid at 6'3.5", 251 lbs. Projecting how this changes Commanders' draft board and where each gets drafted.NFL REPORT CARDS & FREE AGENT PRIORITIES The Grades: Bengals FAIL for wasting Joe Burrow's prime. Vikings/Dolphins/Commanders get good grades for smart roster building. What should free agents prioritize? Money, winning culture, scheme fit, QB situation, or location? Grant and Tanner debate what matters most.BOTTOM LINE Michigan-Illinois picks: over and Michigan win. Combine: Styles elite, Bain's arms concerning. Report cards: Bengals fail, Commanders/Vikings/Dolphins succeed. Free agents should weigh money vs winning vs fit.Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    47 min
  6. FEB 24

    NFL Free Agency is Heating Up | Where will Daniel Jones and Malik Willis Play | AJ Brown to the Patriots?!

    Grant and Tanner cover THREE topics - ranking top NFL free agent quarterbacks (Malik Willis, Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers), what are the Browns doing chasing BOTH Willis and Simpson while their QB situation is a disaster, and AJ Brown potentially leaving Eagles with Patriots as possible destination based on betting odds. TOP FREE AGENT QBS - WHO WE'D SIGN The Market: Malik Willis (most Steelers signing ever), Daniel Jones (Colts fit?), Aaron Rodgers (one more year or retire?). Grant and Tanner debate who they'd actually sign, contract value, upside vs floor, and which teams make sense for each available QB. BROWNS CHASING WILLIS & SIMPSON - DISASTER The Mess: Browns reportedly want BOTH Malik Willis in free agency AND Ty Simpson in draft while existing QB situation is complete disaster. Mismanaged contracts, development, roster. Entire organization dysfunctional. Why do they need multiple developmental QBs when they already have mess? Front office incompetence on display. AJ BROWN TO PATRIOTS?  The Odds: Betting lines have AJ Brown leaving Eagles as real possibility with Patriots listed as destination. Usage concerns in Philly, relationship with Jalen Hurts questioned, touches/targets declined. Would Eagles let star receiver walk? Does Drake Maye need him in New England? Breaking down contract, fit, and whether he actually leaves.  BOTTOM LINE  Free agent QBs: Willis (Steelers?), Jones (Colts?), Rodgers (retire?). Browns pursuing Willis AND Simpson while QB situation is mess. AJ Brown odds have Patriots as possible destination - usage and relationship concerns in Philly. Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    48 min
  7. FEB 20

    RANKING TOP 15 NFL QBs! How to FIX the NBA Tanking Issue + Pairing Free Agents With NEW HOMES!

    Grant covers MAJOR topics - ranking top 15 NFL quarterbacks (Mahomes #1, Jayden #7, Maye #8, Purdy only #13!), fixing NBA's tanking problem with better solutions than the league's proposals, and predicting where top NFL free agents land including Trey Hendrickson, George Pickens, Odafe Oweh, Kyle Pitts, and Kenneth Walker III. TOP 15 NFL QB RANKINGS The Elite: 1. Mahomes (clear #1), 2. Allen, 3. Stafford (underrated), 4. Burrow, 5. Lamar.The Stars: 6. Herbert, 7. Jayden Daniels (already top-7 after rookie year!), 8. Drake Maye (Super Bowl run proves it), 9. Dak, 10. Sam Darnold (Super Bowl MVP redemption).The Solid Starters: 11. Jordan Love, 12. Trevor Lawrence (hasn't lived up to hype), 13. Brock Purdy (system QB debate), 14. Jared Goff, 15. Baker Mayfield. HM: Jaxson Dart.FIXING NBA TANKING The Problem: NBA proposing trade deadline lottery freezes, consecutive top-4 restrictions, two-year records - many unfair. Grant's Better Solutions: (1) Simplify draft protections, (2) Expand equal 14% odds to 4-5 teams instead of 3, (3) Integrity monitoring like sports betting to catch teams benching healthy players, (4) Revolutionary "lottery record" system - post-All-Star break performance with wins/losses INVERTED! NFL FREE AGENCY PREDICTIONS The Fits: Trey Hendrickson → Cardinals. George Pickens → Cowboys. Odafe Oweh → Commanders. Kyle Pitts → Titans. Kenneth Walker III → Broncos (wants Cowboys but $30M over cap!). Malik Willis → Steelers (most Steelers signing ever). Mike Evans → Raiders. Travis Etienne → 49ers. Daniel Jones → Colts. Jaelan Phillips → Panthers. Boye Mafe → Ravens.  BOTTOM LINE QB Rankings: Mahomes #1, Jayden #7, Maye #8, Purdy only #13. NBA needs lottery record system rewarding competition. Free agency: Hendrickson/Cardinals, Pickens/Cowboys, Oweh/Commanders, Pitts/Titans. Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    47 min
  8. FEB 17

    CJ Stroud TRADED? Tua to the JETS? Where Will These NFL Quarterbacks Play in 2026? Plus Free Agent Talk for Tyreek Hill and Kenneth Walker

    Grant and Tanner predict where every notable NFL quarterback will play in 2026 - CJ Stroud heading to Cleveland, Tua Tagovailoa landing with the Jets, plus Mac Jones, Derek Carr, and more landing spots for the QB carousel that happens every offseason. CJ STROUD - BROWNS DESTINATION The Move: CJ Stroud lands in Cleveland after Houston moves on. Browns desperately need franchise QB after years of chaos - does Stroud revive his career with a fresh start? Breaking down why this makes sense for both sides and what it means for Houston's QB search.  TUA TAGOVAILOA - JETS LANDING SPOT The Reunion: Tua heads to New York after Miami finally moves on. Jets have been searching for franchise QB since forever - is Tua the answer or another disappointment? Breaking down the fit, the risk, and whether a change of scenery helps Tua reach his potential.  THE REST OF THE QB CAROUSEL Other Landing Spots: Mac Jones, Derek Carr, Aaron Rodgers, and other notable QBs finding new homes. Which teams are upgrading, which are settling, and which moves make absolutely no sense. Full predictions for every quarterback in flux! Send a text FOLLOW US ON: YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBN4zGZtlyfETCNE6hi1zGQ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WSNsports Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worldsportsnetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wsn_worldsportsnetwork/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldsportsnetwork

    47 min

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Ride the Line is a sports and sports betting-themed podcast that reviews the biggest headlines, reacts to recent events, gives betting picks, and loves to crack jokes. Tune in to see what Grant and Tanner are getting into this week!