The Right Time with Bomani Jones

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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on 4 times a week.

  1. 18h ago

    49ers beat Seahawks, Commanders absurd tie, Mike Ditka's legacy, Texans massive trade | 10.12

    Bomani Jones reacts to a chaotic NFL Week 5, including the San Francisco 49ers' wild victory over the Seattle Seahawks, the Philadelphia Eagles' heartbreaking loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Washington Commanders' unbelievable late-game clock management, and another classic Atlanta Falcons collapse against the Baltimore Ravens. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI Bomani also discusses Brock Purdy, Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts, Jameis Winston, Jayden Daniels, and the mounting pressure on the winless Los Angeles Chargers.  Later, Bomani pays tribute to Mike Ditka, reflecting on the legendary Chicago Bears coach's impact on football, television, and American sports culture. Plus, Marvin Harrison Jr. gets traded to the Houston Texans, reuniting with C.J. Stroud.   Get same-day business funding up to $500,000 with a quick 3-minute application and no personal credit impact ($12B+ funded) ➡️ https://cardiff.co/TRT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 1d ago

    Arch Manning & Texas Blew It, Georgia beats Alabama & Texas A&M Unravels | 10.11

    Bomani Jones breaks down Arch Manning’s costly mistakes in Texas’ loss to Oklahoma and why Red River rivalry heartbreak hits differently. Plus, is Georgia the best team in college football after beating Alabama? Bomani also discusses Kirby Smart’s loaded roster and Mike Elko’s feud with Texas A&M fans on TexAgs.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 4d ago

    Charles McDonald on Eagles in distress, Bijan Robinson's greatness & the Jets coaching problem | 10.08

    Bomani Jones is joined by Charles McDonald of The Athletic to break down the Eagles' growing dysfunction, the concerns surrounding Jalen Hurts, and whether Nick Sirianni can turn things around after Lane Johnson's surprising retirement. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI Bomani and Charles discuss whether Hurts is capable of elevating an offense that continues to struggle, what Philadelphia's problems mean for its Super Bowl hopes, and why the Eagles might be more entertaining off the field than on it. Plus, the guys react to Bijan Robinson's incredible performance against the New Orleans Saints and debate whether he's become the best running back in football. They also examine Michael Penix Jr.'s development under Kevin Stefanski, the San Francisco 49ers' showdown with the Seattle Seahawks, and why Aaron Glenn's struggles have become a major problem for the New York Jets. Elsewhere, Bomani and Charles discuss Josh Allen's turnover issues, Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams, Sean Payton taking back play-calling duties in Denver, and the controversy surrounding Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon's presence on the sidelines.   Get same-day business funding up to $500,000 with a quick 3-minute application and no personal credit impact ($12B+ funded) https://cardiff.co/TRT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 5d ago

    Joel Anderson on Georgia-Alabama showdown, Arch Manning's uncertain future, Deion Sanders demise | 10.07

    Bomani Jones and Joel Anderson dive deep into the college football landscape, starting with Alabama and Georgia and what their matchup could tell us about two of the SEC’s biggest contenders. They discuss Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell’s talent, Georgia’s roster-building philosophy and why it can still be difficult to know exactly how good the Bulldogs are until they’re truly tested. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI Then, Bomani and Joel turn to the Red River rivalry and the widening talent gap between Texas and Oklahoma, including how the Sooners’ move to the SEC has changed the expectations and challenges surrounding the program. They also debate the best players and teams in college football history, including Jeremiah Smith, Randy Moss, the dominant 1995 Nebraska team and the loaded Florida State teams of the 1990s. Plus, they examine Deion Sanders’ tenure at Colorado, why the program’s problems go beyond Coach Prime and how the transfer portal and modern roster-building have changed the job of a college football coach. Joel also remembers former TCU head coach Dennis Franchione and his role in helping revive the Horned Frogs program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 6d ago

    Howard Bryant on 1996 World Series: The Braves’ Heartbreak & Birth of a Yankees Dynasty | 10.06

    Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant to break down the 1996 world series between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Yankees, 30 years later.Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANIThe Atlanta Braves had a 2–0 lead in the 1996 World Series. Then the New York Yankees flipped the series—and baseball history. Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant revisit the Braves’ heartbreak and the championship that launched a Yankees dynasty on this edition of Time Machine Tuesday.From Andruw Jones’ two home runs in Game 1 to Jim Leyritz’s game-changing homer off Mark Wohlers in Game 4, Bomani and Howard explore how Atlanta’s shot at back-to-back titles slipped away. They discuss Joe Torre, Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and how George Steinbrenner’s suspension helped set the foundation for New York’s resurgence.Plus, Bomani reflects on growing up a Braves fan, the greatness of Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz, and why Eric Gregg’s infamous strike zone in the 1997 NLCS still isn’t forgiven See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Oct 5

    Jalen Hurts & Eagles Struggle vs. Rams, Josh Allen Melts Down + The Fever's Fan issue | 10.05

    Bomani Jones breaks down a wild NFL Sunday, starting with Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles after another frustrating offensive performance. Bo explains why Hurts can execute when everything around him is working, but questions whether he can elevate the Eagles when injuries and mistakes force the quarterback to overcome adversity. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI Then, Bomani turns to Josh Allen after the Buffalo Bills’ loss to the New England Patriots. Meanwhile, Drake Maye and the Patriots pick up a potentially season-saving win. Also, Patrick Mahomes looks like Patrick Mahomes again as the Kansas City Chiefs survive the Las Vegas Raiders, while Bomani explains why the Raiders may be better than their record suggests. Plus, Bo discusses Justin Herbert and the Chargers’ protection problems, the undefeated Vikings’ offensive concerns, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, Bryce Young’s improvement with the Panthers, the struggling Texans, Cam Ward’s bizarre situation with the Titans, and yet another rough day for the New York Jets. Later, Bomani reacts to the growing controversy surrounding Indiana Fever fans and the WNBA, including comments from Fever GM Amber Cox and the league’s handling of fan behavior. He explains why complaints from WNBA players can’t simply be dismissed and why the situation surrounding the Fever could become an even bigger issue next season. Bo also discusses John Gruden’s appearance at a political rally, Vivek Ramaswamy’s awkward viral moment, and the nine albums that have had the biggest impact on his life — featuring Prince, OutKast, A Tribe Called Quest, Public Enemy, Juvenile, Bill Withers, The Wailers, Raekwon and David Bowie.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Oct 1

    Domonique Foxworth on Chiefs-Raiders Showdown, Mike Tomlin’s Future & Nick Saban’s College Sports Push | 10.01

    Bomani Jones & Domonique Foxworth break down a loaded NFL Week 4 coming up this weekend. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI They start with the suddenly meaningful Chiefs-Raiders matchup and whether Las Vegas has become a legitimate threat in the AFC. He also gets into Brock Purdy’s evolution, why young quarterbacks benefit from strong organizational support, and what separates sustainable offense from early-season hype. Later, Bomani and the crew discuss Mike Tomlin, the Steelers, and what could be next for one of the NFL’s longest-tenured head coaches. The episode also turns to Nick Saban and the Protect College Sports Act, with a deeper look at who would gain power under the proposed changes and what that could mean for athletes and the future of college sports. Plus, the Babyface debate continues, with a conversation about nostalgia, music criticism, and why certain cultural opinions feel so personal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Sep 30

    Why Babyface is overrated + Diante Lee on Eagles Jalen Hurts problem', What’s Wrong With Drake Maye?, Brian Flores' future | 09.30

    Bomani Jones discusses his viral take that Babyface is overrrated, why he doesn't compare to song writers like Stevie Wonder and Prince, and why this opinion gets people so charged up. Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BOMANI to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/BOMANI Later, he is joined by Diante Lee to break down the biggest NFL storylines, including Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive struggles, Drake Maye’s turnover issues with the New England Patriots, and the Green Bay Packers’ problems protecting Jordan Love. They also discuss Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys, C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans, Brian Flores’ dominant Minnesota Vikings defense, and more from around the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on 4 times a week.

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    Playmaker Podcast Network
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    Playmaker and iHeartPodcasts
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
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