The Arena: Gridiron

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The Arena: Gridiron launches September 2nd, featuring Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Jay Gruden, and Cody Kessler, hosted by Kinsey Wolanski, with appearances by long-time partner Gilbert Arenas. Gil's Arena is the largest digital basketball show in the U.S. and the fifth-largest daily sports show in the country, measuring viewers across all platforms. Underdog plans to bring the same energy to The Arena: Gridiron, bringing iconic, unfiltered takes on the hottest topics in sports to football fans nationwide. Tune in every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am PT throughout the season for new episodes.

  1. 3D AGO

    The RETURN Of Aaron Rodgers Makes The Arena CRASH OUT

    The RETURN Of Aaron Rodgers Makes The Arena CRASH OUT as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to Aaron Rodgers finally agreeing to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a 1 year deal to reunite with his old coach Mike McCarthy and debate if the iconic duo that one a Super Bowl will find success in the Steel City. They also debate where Rodgers ranks all time as the future Hall of Famer has fizzled out at the tail end of his career and continue their Quarterback discussion by ranking the QBs set to dominate the NFC East. Next, they react to Green Bay Packer linebacker Zaire Franklin stating that he decided to join the team for the opportunity to play with Jordan Love and debate what expectations they have for the Packers' QB this season before kicking off a way too early season preview where the crew makes their Super Bowl Picks and debate which non-playoff team will rise this season and which playoff team will fall off. Finally, they react to the NFL expanding its reach with a schedule full of primetime games appearing on over 6 different networks and debate if the league is getting greedy by forcing fans to do too much to watch a game. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the show!!! Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, Kenyon Martin and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 Aaron Rodgers Returns To Pittsburgh 0:04:57 Aaron Rodgers All Time Ranking 0:24:21 Ranking The NFC East Quarterbacks 0:50:18 Expectations For Jordan Love 1:04:54 Way Too Early Super Bowl Picks 1:22:51 Biggest Risers & Fallers For Next Year 1:43:15

    1h 58m

  2. 6D AGO

    The NFL Schedule Release LIGHTS UP The Arena

    The NFL Schedule Release LIGHTS UP The Arena as Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the release of the NFL Schedule and give their early takes on which teams made out the best with their matchups. They kick things off by reacting to our very own Aqib Talib being featured in the Denver Broncos schedule release video and discuss what this day feels like from a player's perspective as you get to see your entire season laid out in front of you. They also break down the Broncos schedule and debate if their feelings on the team changed after seeing they face a gauntlet of teams over their first 6 weeks. Next, they react to the other side of the coin as the Kansas City Chiefs have a cupcake schedule to open the season as they face 3 non-playoff teams following their opening night battle with the Broncos and debate if the NFL gave the Chiefs an edge over contenders like the Broncos & Bills with a soft schedule while Patrick Mahomes recovers from his torn ACL. To follow that they take a quick detour from schedule talk to discuss one of their favorite subjects as the Arena Crew reacts to Deion Sanders breaking down everything Shedeur Sanders went through during his rookie season, stating that his superstar son went through hell and back during the pre-draft process & season and debate if the Hall of Famer is spitting facts or simply trying to protect his son. They then revert back to schedule discussion as they analyze the Dallas Cowboys' and Philadelphia Eagles' slates and debate which NFC East Rival has the easiest path to a dvision title before examining the NFL's decision to push the hostile divisional matchup between the Los Angeles Rams & Seattle Seahawks all the way to the end of the season with the 2 teams not facing off until Christmas Day. Finally, they react to the teams with the most primetime games and debate if the league got it right by putting the Green Bay Packers alongside the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs with the most marquee games. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the show!!! Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, Kenyon Martin and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:55 What do players look for when schedule drops? 0:09:05 The Arena's Favorite Release Videos 0:18:57 The Broncos Opening Gauntlet 0:24:24 Chiefs Get A Cupcake Schedule 0:35:25 Deion Says Shedeur Went Through Hell As A Rookie 0:45:20 Breaking Down The Cowboys Schedule 1:10:58 Analyzing The Eagles' Schedule 1:28:58 Rams Seahawks Pushed To The End Of The Season 1:47:26 Who Has The Most Primetime Games 1:54:10

    1h 59m

  3. MAY 11

    The Arena TEASES The Release of The NFL Schedule

    The Arena TEASES The Release of The NFL Schedule as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the rumors leaking about the NFL Schedule including the Dallas Cowboys' Week 1 battle with division rival New York Giants and debate if the Cowboys should still be considered sleepers this year despite having the 4th hardest schedule in the entire NFL. They also give their take on Tom Brady taking a shot at Dallas Cowboys fans during the roast of Kevin Hart before giving their picks for Defensive Rookie of The Year with Cowboys's 1st Round Pick Caleb Downs leading the way. Next, they analyze quarterback situations around the league highlighting Justin Herbert as a potential MVP candidate with the gunslinger finally getting an offensive minded coach in Mike McDaniel and debate how this year will shake out for former top 5 draft pick Anthony Richardson as the Indianapolis Colts have seemingly given up on their franchise QB. They also react to Cade Klubnik emerging as a potential starter for the New York Jets this season as the 4th Round Pick described himself as the winner this franchise needs before giving their take on Russell Wilson deciding between media and the New York Jets to challenge Klubnik as the starter for his next team. Finally, they continue to discuss a potential reunion between Odell Beckham Jr and the New York Giants as the former superstar wide receiver is still teasing a comeback to the NFL and debate who is the best remaining NFL Free Agent after offensive pieces like Jauan Jennings and David Njoku signed this weekend. Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, TJ Ward and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:51 Tom Brady ROASTS Cowboys Fans 0:08:16 Cowboys Set To Play The Giants Week 1 0:17:54 Cowboys Have 4th Hardest Schedule 0:30:09 Picks For Defensive Rookie Of The Year 0:44:48 Can Mike McDaniel Save Justin Herbert 0:57:47 Anthony Richardson's Future In The NFL 1:15:21 Cade Klubnik Could Be The Guy For The Jets 1:35:06 Russell Wilson's Big Decision 1:49:28

    1h 59m

  4. MAY 8

    Skip Bayless Recaps His HOSTILE Return To First Take

    Skip Bayless Recaps His HOSTILE Return To First Take as the legendary sports media figure joins the Arena Gridiron Crew to break down his return to ESPN to go toe to toe with Stephen A Smith after 10 years and defend his explosive take that LeBron James is the 9th best NBA Player of All Time. They then react to Aaron Rodgers teasing his return to football as all signs are pointing to the 4 time NFL MVP returning to play for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season and debate if the future hall of famer can guide the Steelers to back to back division titles in the AFC North before breaking down Stephen Jones' take on the Micah Parsons trade, saying that the Cowboys were on the right side of history after trading their franchise superstar. Next, they react to Stefon Diggs being found not guilty on strangulation charges in an incident with a private chef and debate if any NFL team should sign the former all pro receiver fresh off a 1000 yard season and Super Bowl appearance before reacting to raheem Morris agreeing to join the San Francisco 49ers as their defensive coordinator and discuss if he is the missing piece to take the 9ers over the hump. Finally, they take a look at the current Super Bowl odds featuring some surprises and give their take on Russell Wilson deciding between media and the New York Jets for his next team. Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, TJ Ward and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:00 Skip Recaps His Return To First Take 0:04:16 Rodgers Set To Return To Pittsburgh 0:23:32 Breaking News - Breece Hall Signs Extension 0:48:29 Stephen Jones Stands By The Micah Parsons Trade 0:54:06 Stefon Diggs Clears His Name 1:06:35 Raheem Morris Returns To 49ers 1:21:28 Rams Above Seahawks In Super Bowl Odds 1:41:56 Broncos Ranked Above Bills 1:55:52

    2h 8m

  5. MAY 4

    The Cowboys DESERVE To Be Favorites In The NFC East

    The Cowboys DESERVE to be favorites In the NFC East fires up The Arena as Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib and co break down the current odds for each team in the NFC East to win the NFC championship and go to the Super Bowl as the current favorites to come out of the NFC from the NFC East is currently the Philadelphia Eagles. Do Skip Bayless's Cowboys have a chance to contend for an NFC title next year? It has been over 30 years since the Cowboys last won the NFC. Next, they talk about Texas Longhorns Quarterback Arch Manning and if current NFL Teams are already eyeing him to be the number 1 pick in next year's NFL Draft. Finally, the Arena reacts to recent videos of Houston Texans Quarterback CJ Stroud already getting in offseason workouts. After Stroud's struggles last season, The Arena debates if he has what it takes to be a premier Quarterback at the NFL level, or if the Houston Texans would be better off looking elsewhere in the future. Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, Gerald McCoy and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    2h 6m

  6. MAY 2

    The Browns PAVING The Way For Watson STUNS The Arena

    The Browns paving the Way for Deshaun Watson stuns The Arena as Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, & Kenyon Martin react to a top Cleveland Browns reporter claiming that people inside the Browns organization are planning on Deshaun Watson to be the Starting QB over Shedeur Sanders heading into next season. Would this kind of decision by the Browns hinder the growth of Shedeur, and force him to seek out other options in the NFL? Next, they react to Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens finally signed his franchise tender, officially locking him up for next season. Will Skip's Cowboys think about eventually signing Pickens to a long term deal, as Skip Believes Pickens will want to be paid similarly to other wide outs like Jaxson Smith-Njigba, and his teammate Ceedee Lamb. Finally, the Arena reacts to the ongoing Quarterback situation in Pittsburgh as Aaron Rodgers has yet to make a decision if he's coming back or if he will retire, simply leaving the Steelers with no QB option if he does decide to call it quits. Today's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, Kenyon Martin and Kinsey. Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ The Arena Gridiron premieres every Monday & Friday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:02:04 NBA Playoffs recap 0:04:02 Reports that Browns want Deshaun over Shedeur 0:25:10 Did Sean McVay sign off on Ty Simpson? 0:52:19 Should Cowboys have tagged Pickens? 1:10:42 Caleb Downs ranked best defender in Draft 1:34:10 How Close Is Shai To The GOAT PG Conversation 1:42:11 What does Pittsburgh do with Rodgers? 1:48:45

    2h 2m

  7. APR 27

    The Cleveland Browns RELOADED For Shedeur

    The Cleveland Browns RELOADED For Shedeur Sanders In The NFL Draft according to Skip Bayless as Skip & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the Browns using all 4 of their highest picks in the NFL Draft on offensive players and break down how the team is putting Shedeur Sanders in the best position to prove he's a franchise quarterback. They also discuss the team taking Quarterback Tayle Breen in the 6th Round to give Sheduer even more competition in training camp before Skip goes scortched earth on his rival Micah Parsons as the former Dallas Cowboy gave harsh criticism on the Philadelphia Eagles' selection of Makai Lemon in the 1st Round of the Draft. Next, they react to Jerry Jones' comments on his performance in the 2026 NFL Draft as he believes the Cowboys did enough to turn things around and get back to the NFL Playoffs and debate which team improved the most in the NFC East as the Cowboys, Eagles, Commanders and Giants all left the draft with high grades. They then do the same for the AFC West as Aqib Talib comments on the rivals to his Denver Broncos loading up with players like Fernando Mendoza and Mansoor Delane before giving their take on the Los Angeles Rams' draft as many around the league believe the team's first round selection of Ty Simpson and entire draft class was the worst in the NFL. Finally, our QB Guru Cody Kessler breaks down all the Quarterbacks drafted outside the 1st round like Carson Beck & Drew Allar and gives his pick for the biggest sleeper in the class before the crew examines the controversial draft for the New York Jets and debates if they made some of the best or worst picks on football's biggest night. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!! Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Gerald McCoy, Cody Kessler and Kinsey Give Out Your OWN NFL Draft Grades - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:51 Micah Parsons RIPS Makai Lemon To The Eagles 0:04:34 The Browns Reload Around Shedeur 0:21:07 Jerry Jones LOVES The Cowboys' Draft 0:37:26 Who Had The Best Draft In The NFC East? 1:08:43 Who Had The Best Draft In The AFC West? 1:28:34 Rams Graded With The Worst Draft Of 2026 1:49:32

    2h 2m

  8. APR 24

    The 1st Round Of The NFL Draft LIGHTS UP The Arena

    The 1st Round Of The NFL Draft LIGHTS UP The Arena as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the 1st round of the NFL Draft and break down the biggest winners and losers from the biggest night in football. They kick things off by reacting to the most shocking moment of the draft as the Los Angeles Rams grabbed their quarterback of the future by selecting Ty Simpson 13th overall and debate if using a high pick to secure the heir to Matthew Stafford was the right move for a team in the middle of a Super Bowl window. They then react to the landing spots for 1st Round Wide Receivers Carnell Tate, Jordan Tyson, Makai Lemon, KC Concepcion and Omar Cooper Jr and break down if landing with teams like the Tennessee Titants & Philadelphia Eagles changes anything about their pre-draft perceptions of these pass catchers. Next, Skip Bayless gives a grade for the Dallas Cowboys draft as Jerry Jones made 2 huge trades to move up and down to land Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence and debate if these 2 defensive superstars made Dallas the winners of the draft as they aimed to turn around the Cowboys's horrendous defense. Finally, they break down the New York Giants' night as Big Blue used their 2 top 10 picks to take advantage of a falling Arvell Reese and secure some protection for Jaxson Dart with Francis Mauigoa and discuss the Arizona Cardinals stunning move to take running back Jeremiyah Love at #3 and make him one of the highest paid RBs in the league despite never taking an NFL snap. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!! Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Rashad McCants, Cody Kessler and Kinsey Build Your Own 2nd Round NFL Mock Draft - https://underdogmockdraft.com/ Gil's Arena premieres every Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code GRID and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-gi... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)

    2h 1m
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The Arena: Gridiron launches September 2nd, featuring Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Jay Gruden, and Cody Kessler, hosted by Kinsey Wolanski, with appearances by long-time partner Gilbert Arenas. Gil's Arena is the largest digital basketball show in the U.S. and the fifth-largest daily sports show in the country, measuring viewers across all platforms. Underdog plans to bring the same energy to The Arena: Gridiron, bringing iconic, unfiltered takes on the hottest topics in sports to football fans nationwide. Tune in every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30am PT throughout the season for new episodes.

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  • Creator
    Underdog Fantasy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Arena: Gridiron

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