You're Wrong... And Here's Why

Underdog Podcasts

Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone have been good friends for more than a decade, but they never agree on anything. On You're Wrong... And Here's Why, Chris and Greg will argue about some of the biggest stories in sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. FEB 25

    Episode 321: Saying No to UEFA?

    0:18 – Snow, Spring, and Phillies Talk Chris and Greg open with weather complaints, snow updates, and some light Phillies spring training frustration before shifting into sports headlines. 1:48 – Chandler Morris & NCAA Eligibility Lawsuits Discussion of Virginia QB Chandler Morris seeking a 7th year via lawsuit tied to mental health redshirt claims. Broader debate on NCAA governance, NIL impact, COVID eligibility extensions, and where limits should exist. They also compare to other cases and discuss financial incentives tied to returning for another season. 12:58 – UEFA Conference League Financial Paradox Using oddsmakers and league rules as context, they break down why some Premier League clubs may not want to qualify for the Conference League. Key point: UEFA revenue caps (70%) vs domestic rules can force payroll cuts, and participating clubs often drop ~9 domestic points the following season. 20:47 – Nottingham Forest vs Fenerbahce (Europa League) Forest’s 3–0 first-leg win is reviewed, along with expectations for the return leg and how fixture congestion affects domestic form. 25:48 – Forest vs Brighton (Premier League) Preview discussion, frustration over late-game collapses, and skepticism about Forest’s ability to secure points during a difficult stretch. 31:14 – Forest vs Manchester City (Premier League) Betting discussion and outlook. Acknowledgment of City as heavy favorites and Forest’s ongoing struggles. 33:28 – Wrexham vs Portsmouth (Championship) Wrexham’s 2–1 win analyzed, including a dominant first half, defensive second half, and playoff positioning implications. 34:28 – Wrexham vs Charlton Athletic (Championship) Storyline around former Wrexham defender Conor Coady thriving at Charlton in a new role. Wrexham’s midfield injuries and playoff push discussed. 39:28 – Taking Success for Granted? Reflection on Wrexham fan energy, promotion trajectory, and how quickly expectations can shift in sports. 45:48 – Looking Ahead & FA Cup / Chelsea Context Brief FA Cup mention and closing thoughts on maximizing competitive windows before wrapping up with baseball season anticipation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  2. FEB 18

    Episode 320: The Accidental Fenerbahçe Episode

    00:18 – Opening / Post-Football Void Hosts discuss the first weekend without meaningful football, the awkward NBA All-Star/Olympics overlap, and the strange sports calendar gap. 01:33 – NBA All-Star Weekend Review Broad critique of the full weekend: early start times, lack of energy, and overall disappointment compared to expectations. 03:21 – Rising Stars & Celebrity Game VJ Edgecombe’s MVP moment highlighted; frustration with the celebrity game lineup, former NBA players, influencers, and format choices. 07:08 – Three-Point Contest & Format Tweaks Damian Lillard’s win discussed, along with debate over deep bonus shots and overcomplicating a once-simple event. 09:21 – WNBA Absence & EuroLeague Note Discussion of the WNBA’s lack of presence during All-Star Weekend and Brianna Stewart joining Fenerbahce for EuroLeague play. 11:29 – Shooting Stars Challenge Return Awkward Harper family dynamic, questionable structure, and ideas for improving All-Star Saturday (including bringing back HORSE). 14:19 – Dunk Contest Frustrations Debate over declining star participation, incentive structures, and whether a major cash prize could revive the event. 19:20 – Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool (Premier League) Forest’s managerial instability, recent struggles, and outlook heading into a tough matchup with Liverpool. 24:55 – Forest vs. Fenerbahce (Europa League) Preview of the knockout stage first leg and implications amid club turmoil. 30:03 – Wrexham vs. Bristol City (Championship) Late equalizer drama, points dropped from winning positions, and playoff implications. 33:01 – Wrexham vs. Ipswich (Championship) Upcoming matchup preview and broader promotion outlook discussion. 43:08 – Winter Olympics Talk General commentary on Winter Olympics appeal, skeleton/bobsled curiosity, and Cool Runnings nostalgia. 45:06 – Phillies Spring Training / Bryce Harper Debate Reaction to Dave Dombrowski’s comments, Harper’s response, lineup depth concerns, and rotation outlook including Sanchez and Painter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  3. FEB 11

    Episode 319: Something Less Than Super

    00:18 – Post-Super Bowl Reset & Sixers Outlook Chris and Greg react to football ending, pivot to pitchers and catchers reporting, and debate the Sixers’ play-in chances, ownership frustration, Jared McCain’s trade value, and possible buyout additions like Lonzo Ball. 03:36 – Super Bowl Recap & Coaching Impact High-level breakdown of the Seahawks’ win over the Patriots, focusing on defensive dominance, conservative offensive decisions, coaching contrasts, and how the game unfolded without revisiting predictions. 10:24 – Player Props & Betting Reflection Chris reviews rushing prop swings, ladder strategy philosophy, and how thin margins defined Super Bowl betting markets shaped by oddsmakers. 11:51 – Early Super Bowl Futures & Team Outlooks Conversation shifts to next-year odds, evaluating Rams draft capital, Bills trust factor, Jaguars upside, Browns instability, and Jets/Dolphins long-shot status. 19:23 – NFL Coaching Carousel & Eagles Changes Debate over defensive coordinator rumors, Stoutland’s departure, offensive philosophy disputes, salary cap implications, and potential veteran retirements. 29:25 – AFC East & Quarterback Futures Discussion of Patriots bounce-back expectations, Bills consistency, and how rookie-contract windows shape contention. 30:19 – Premier League Relegation Stress Nottingham Forest survival anxiety, Tottenham struggles, Wolves concerns, and transfer speculation around Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliott Anderson. 41:50 – EFL Playoff Expansion Debate Reaction to proposed Championship playoff expansion from four to six teams, fairness concerns, and competitive balance implications. 45:18 – Leicester Financial Penalties & Championship Chaos Talk on point deductions, relegation battles, financial fair play frustration, and how quickly clubs can collapse down divisions. 49:33 – European Spending Power & Superclub Imbalance Frustration with Real Madrid recruitment dominance, financial disparity across leagues, and sustainability of competitive balance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  4. FEB 4

    Episode 318: Going Chalk on Halftime Prop Bets

    00:18 – Cold Open, Weather Records & Football Ending Chris and Greg joke about freezing temperatures, local weather records, and the emotional letdown of the football season coming to an end. 01:57 – NBA Trade Chaos & League Confusion Extended breakdown of recent NBA trades, including Utah’s aggressive move for Jaren Jackson Jr., Bulls’ guard overload, Celtics’ roster reshuffling, and why several teams’ timelines feel completely misaligned. 10:36 – Bulls, Celtics & Front Office Criticism Deep frustration with Chicago’s decades-long mediocrity, Boston’s short-term maneuvering, and how ownership decisions continue to cap ceilings. 14:36 – Harden to Cleveland & Star Fit Questions Reaction to James Harden joining the Cavaliers, concerns about ball dominance, and skepticism about star pairings that look good on paper but clash stylistically. 18:36 – Sixers, Luxury Tax & Ownership Spending Debate Heated debate over Philadelphia’s payroll, luxury tax realities, prospect development vs superstar trades, and whether ownership truly maximizes championship windows. 31:18 – Sports Media Hot Takes & Engagement Culture Criticism of modern debate TV, viral takes, and why outrageous opinions often replace thoughtful analysis. 32:21 – Super Bowl Setup & Viewer Expectations Transition to the Super Bowl with a discussion of defenses, offensive efficiency, and what would make the game entertaining for neutral fans. 40:21 – Super Bowl MVP & Novelty Prop Talk Conversation around MVP positional trends, non-QB longshot discussion, and why oddsmakers heavily favor quarterbacks. 46:21 – National Anthem, Halftime & Broadcast Props Lighthearted look at anthem length, halftime guests, hair color odds, and coin-toss absurdity. 54:36 – Closing Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  5. JAN 28

    Episode 317: You'll Wait a Year, Bill

    00:18 – Cold Open, Philly Sports Misery & Tone Setting Chris and Greg return after a break, venting about the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, and Sixers while setting a self-aware, exasperated tone. 01:01 – Underdog Player Sponsorship Explosion Chris details how a FIFA/FC26 experiment led to real-world player sponsorships, including Gunnar Elliott and multiple men’s and women’s clubs across England and Ireland, complete with match-worn jerseys, community ticket donations, and future sleeve-sponsor plans. 08:21 – Grassroots Soccer, Women’s Football & Access Discussion of how sponsorships materially impact women’s teams, direct contact with club leadership, and how smaller clubs operate almost entirely on sponsor support. 12:51 – Sports Fandom Fatigue & Finding New Joy Both hosts reflect on burnout with major U.S. sports, contrasting it with renewed enjoyment from soccer, darts, and lower-stakes fandom. 18:30 – NFL Props, Trades & Coaching Optics Conversation around oddsmakers’ NFL props involving Lamar Jackson, A.J. Brown, and Nick Sirianni, focusing on cap realities, coaching perception, and league politics without predictions. 25:41 – College Football, NIL & Indiana’s Rise Non-spoiler discussion on NIL chaos, Indiana’s rapid ascent, coaching impact, and how college football’s power structure is shifting. 33:30 – Eagles Coaching Search & Fan Reputation Analysis of why offensive coordinator candidates avoid Philadelphia, fan behavior consequences, and organizational control issues. 45:23 – Bill Belichick Hall of Fame Debate Strong reaction to Belichick not being a first-ballot inductee, criticism of media voting, and comparisons to other Hall of Fame controversies. 53:51 – WWE, Streaming Frustrations & Royal Rumble Greg explains why rising costs and schedule changes have dulled longtime wrestling traditions. 57:31 – World Cup Tease & Closing Thoughts Chris hints at a potential World Cup trip, wraps with reflections on evolving sports passion, and previews next week’s Super Bowl focus. Games Referenced  00:56 – Super Bowl (Upcoming) Mentioned only as context for future discussion; no analysis or outcomes discussed. 21:15 – College Football National Championship Referenced in relation to coaching impact and NIL dynamics, without game detail.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m
  6. JAN 7

    Episode 316: NFL Playoffs and The FA Cup

    00:18 – Intro, NFL Playoffs & FA Cup Crossover Chris and Greg open with playoff excitement and shift to soccer, previewing Nottingham Forest vs. Wrexham in the FA Cup. They discuss relegation pressure, recent league results, and how priorities differ between Premier League and Championship clubs. 02:24 – Sportsbook Switch & Odds Talk The hosts explain switching references to oddsmakers for consistency across the network, touching on availability, usability, and current FA Cup lines. 04:11 – Forest Survival & Wrexham Promotion Reality Deep dive into Forest’s relegation cushion, West Ham spending, and Wrexham’s surprising proximity to playoff and automatic promotion spots. 05:26 – Match Fitness, Injuries & Squad Management Discussion on why new signings take time to integrate, recent AFCON injuries, phased returns, and how fixture congestion impacts lineup decisions. 07:29 – Wrexham Legends, Aging Players & Moving On Thoughts on Paul Mullin’s return, Moses’ injuries, and the emotional difficulty of outgrowing club legends during rapid promotion climbs. 09:18 – Jersey Collecting & Soccer Fandom Chris talks about collecting soccer kits, lack of entrenched rivalries, and how that changes fan attachment compared to U.S. sports. 10:29 – NFL Coaching Firings & Shockwaves Conversation shifts to the NFL: John Harbaugh’s firing, why it stunned the league, immediate interest from multiple teams, and which organizations would (or wouldn’t) be a fit. 12:12 – Ravens Job Speculation & Coaching Market They discuss Kevin Stefanski as a potential fit, Cleveland’s QB history, other firings (Raiders, Falcons), and rumors involving Cliff Kingsbury and mystery openings. 17:00 – Playoff Schedule Setup Transition into Wild Card Weekend with context on seeding quirks and division winners. NFL Playoff Games Discussed 19:27 – Rams at Panthers NFC matchup shaped by divisional records and home-field quirks. 24:31 – Packers at Bears Historic rivalry meeting with contrasting team identities and late-season form. 26:43 – Bills at Jaguars Quarterback-led offenses collide in a rare Jacksonville playoff setting. 32:52 – 49ers at Eagles Rematch loaded with recent postseason history and defensive questions. 38:43 – Chargers at Patriots West Coast team travels east to face a disciplined, high-win opponent. 42:36 – Texans at Steelers Physical AFC matchup featuring contrasting quarterback experience and defensive styles.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  7. JAN 2

    Episode 315: The 12th Tiebreaker

    00:18 – New Year’s Banter & Transfer Window Opens Chris and Greg ring in 2026, joke about “future years,” then shift to soccer as the January transfer window opens. They discuss Premier League recalls, Everton/Spurs moves, Brennan Johnson rumors, and why certain wages make Wrexham links unrealistic. 03:29 – Wrexham, Ownership Ties & Salary Structure Talk about rumored striker targets, minority ownership overlaps, wage-scale realities, and why locker-room balance matters more than splash signings. 05:47 – College Football Transfer Portal Chaos Deep dive into portal trends, North Texas talent exodus, Oklahoma State possibilities, Indiana’s QB opening, NIL budgets, and why experience now outweighs hype. 09:43 – NIL, Education & Transfer Limits Debate Discussion on players getting paid vs. losing degrees, Calipari/Patino-style rants, and proposed guardrails like limited free transfers. 13:31 – NBA-to-College Shockwaves Reaction to James Nnaji returning to college after being drafted, Dan Hurley’s “midseason acquisition” quote, and how basketball mirrors soccer’s transfer windows. NFL Week 18 Games 17:45 – Panthers at Buccaneers NFC South title implications and unusual tiebreaker scenarios. 20:53 – Seahawks at 49ers Division and top-seed stakes with contrasting offensive identities. 23:41 – Browns at Bengals Defensive milestones and late-season evaluation mode. 26:33 – Cowboys at Giants Draft positioning vs. quarterback development priorities. 27:47 – Colts at Texans Heavy line driven by QB instability and seeding concerns. 28:38 – Saints at Falcons Divisional matchup shaped by QB momentum and late-season roles. 29:33 – Titans at Jaguars Largest spread of the week tied to draft and seeding implications. 31:41 – Cardinals at Rams Motivation questions in a lopsided matchup. 35:31 – Lions at Bears Psychological finish to a disappointing season despite clinches elsewhere. 37:05 – Chiefs at Raiders Draft-order consequences outweigh playoff stakes. 37:55 – Chargers at Broncos Resting starters vs. teams still chasing seeding. 38:37 – Dolphins at Patriots Cold-weather concerns and draft-slot implications. 40:20 – Jets at Bills Starter-rest discussion against a struggling opponent. 41:53 – Commanders at Eagles Backup QB audition with seeding implications. 43:11 – Ravens at Steelers AFC North title showdown centered on physical play and the run game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  8. 12/24/2025

    Episode 314: How Did We Get Here?

    00:29 – Holiday Season, Injuries & Life Chaos Chris and Greg open with Christmas stress, newborn sleep schedules, back injuries, Airbnb horror stories, falling down stairs, and how aging bodies make the holidays harder. 04:58 – Childhood Homes and Zillow They spiral into checking childhood homes on Zillow, discovering rezoning changes, altered addresses, and the unsettling feeling of places no longer being what you remember. 14:42 – Pro Bowl Apathy & DK Metcalf Incident Discussion on the irrelevance of the Pro Bowl, flag football confusion, and DK Metcalf’s suspension after a sideline altercation, plus how optics and league discipline work. 19:48 – Lions–Steelers Chaos Recap They react to one of the strangest game endings of the season, including multiple overturned touchdowns, penalty confusion, and a bizarre final sequence. 21:39 – NFL Playoff Landscape Check-In A look at how few teams have clinched divisions, why parity feels extreme, and how Week 18 could decide nearly everything. Week 17 Games Discussed 21:39 – Cowboys at Commanders (Christmas Day) NFC East matchup featuring backup-QB uncertainty and holiday scheduling oddities. 23:15 – Lions at Vikings Division game tied to playoff survival and late-season motivation. 25:44 – Broncos at Chiefs Injury-impacted matchup with major implications for AFC seeding. 28:46 – Texans at Chargers Strength-vs-weakness battle between defense and offensive line play. 30:06 – Cardinals at Bengals Reset-bound teams facing late-season evaluation mode. 30:58 – Jaguars at Colts Veteran QB return storyline and roster instability. 31:58 – Patriots at Jets Lopsided line reflects two teams heading in opposite directions. 34:53 – Saints at Titans Low-appeal matchup shaped by draft positioning and recent surprises. 37:58 – Steelers at Browns Physical AFC North game with defensive emphasis and rivalry tension. 39:52 – Seahawks at Panthers Volatile teams battling for relevance in a shifting division. 40:45 – Buccaneers at Dolphins Two struggling offenses trying to stay alive in the playoff picture. 42:37 – Giants at Raiders Draft-order implications dominate this matchup. 44:58 – Eagles at Bills The marquee game of the week with seeding implications on both sides. 46:58 – Bears at 49ers Playoff-caliber matchup influenced by injuries and late-season form. 48:59 – Rams at Falcons One team surging while the other searches for answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
4.9
out of 5
348 Ratings

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Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone have been good friends for more than a decade, but they never agree on anything. On You're Wrong... And Here's Why, Chris and Greg will argue about some of the biggest stories in sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.