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

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. Episode 281: Super Bowls and Subpar Strikers

    6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 281: Super Bowls and Subpar Strikers

    Introduction00:00:44 – 00:02:12Chris opens the episode celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles making the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs.Greg shares how he was oddly optimistic about the Eagles’ NFC Championship win over the Washington Commanders.Discussion on how Washington’s defense was overhyped, and turnovers cost them against Detroit and Philadelphia.Greg felt confident all week that the Eagles would dominate. Wrexham’s Recent Struggles in English Football00:02:33 – 07:28Chris vents his frustration over Wrexham’s disappointing loss to Stevenage (a mid-table League One team).1-1 draw vs. Birmingham City (Tom Brady's co-owned team).Bad loss to Shrewsbury Town.Failure to score consistently has been the main issue.Transfer market discussion:Wrexham spent money on Ryan Longman from Hull City but didn’t get a goal-scoring striker.Their top scorer, Paul Mullin, is aging (30) and injury-prone.Steven Fletcher (36) has played well but has no long-term future.Comparison to Nottingham Forest, who bought Chris Wood as a consistent goal scorer and are now competing for a Champions League spot. Philadelphia 76ers Drama & NBA Trade Speculation00:15:30 – 19:51Greg calls the 76ers the biggest losers of the week.Discussion shifts to Josh Harris (76ers & Commanders owner) and his issues managing both teams.Greg argues Harris lacks passion for the city and should sell the 76ers.Chris brings up Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie’s rumored attempt to buy the Boston Celtics, asking if that’s a problem for Philly fans. NFL Super Bowl Opening Lines & Betting Discussion00:32:40 – 33:28Super Bowl Line: Eagles (+1.5) vs. Chiefs.Greg isn’t surprised, believing it’s a fair line given Kansas City’s playoff experience. Betting & Parlay Wins00:23:30 – 27:50Chris shares a recent 10-leg parlay win from the NFC Championship Game.The final leg depended on Jaden Daniels passing yards, and he barely cleared the line before being subbed out. NBA Trade Rumors: Jimmy Butler Back to the Sixers?00:34:36 – 37:13Chris brings up the rumor of Joel Embiid wanting Jimmy Butler back on the Sixers.Any trade would have to include Paul George, making it complicated.Chris pitches a 3-team trade with Miami, the Lakers, and Sixers:Greg calls Butler’s history of team drama predictable. Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up00:41:47 – EndChris and Greg joke about Sixers fans being disengaged from the team.Chris highlights Justin Edwards as a promising young player.Greg shares how he only found out about Pete Nance playing for the Sixers from a comedy podcast.The 76ers have become "blah" to both of them.They close by teasing a full Super Bowl preview next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  2. JAN 8

    Episode 280: "I Still Can't Believe in Texas"

    Introduction00:00:00–00:01:37Hosts Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone return after the holidays and exchange greetings.Greg reflects on surviving the holiday season without major illnesses, emphasizing how quickly the NFL regular season has ended.College Football Playoff Analysis00:01:37–00:09:19Discussion about flaws in the college football playoff system:The need for reseeding before the playoffs begins.Critique of Group of Five teams being seeded highly but consistently losing.Example: Notre Dame (#7) vs. Penn State (#6), where Notre Dame is favored despite being the lower seed.Speculation on Penn State linebacker Abdul Carter's availability and how it could impact the game.Chris and Greg debate Drew Allar's potential draft stock and its implications for Penn State's future.Analysis of Ohio State (#8) vs. Texas (#5):Critique of Texas' inconsistent performance and Ohio State's dominance.Praise for Ohio State’s ability to produce elite wide receivers, including Jeremiah Smith.NFL Wild Card Weekend Game-by-Game Discussion1. Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans00:21:11–00:22:35Chargers are favored by 2.5 points.Analysis of injuries to Texans' key receivers and CJ Stroud's performance dip.Discussion about the Chargers' vulnerabilities and injury concerns (e.g., JK Dobbins).2. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens00:22:35–00:24:58Ravens are 9.5-point favorites.Criticism of the Steelers' stagnant offense and poor performance in the previous week.Praise for Lamar Jackson's regular season success, with concerns about playoff consistency.3. Denver Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills00:25:06–00:26:40Bills are 8.5-point favorites.Discussion of the Broncos' resurgence despite significant dead cap space.The Bills’ superior offense highlighted as a deciding factor.4. Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles00:27:31–00:31:56Eagles are 5-point favorites.Jalen Hurts' recovery from concussion protocol and the Eagles' defensive dominance.Concerns over the Packers' youth and injuries to Christian Watson.5. Washington Commanders vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers00:32:07–00:34:35Buccaneers are 3-point favorites.Discussion of Baker Mayfield’s surprising 4,500-yard season and the underwhelming nature of the matchup.Analysis of both teams' mediocrity.6. Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams00:37:20–00:40:03Vikings are favored by one point.Sam Darnold’s inconsistencies and the Rams' dangerous potential are analyzed.Praise for Jimmy Garoppolo’s solid performance.NFL Coaching Changes00:11:46–00:19:29Discussion of recent firings, including Antonio Pierce and potential hires like Ben Johnson.Analysis of job appeal for teams like the Patriots and Bears:Speculation about Ben Johnson joining the Bears or Jaguars.Critique of the Jets' ownership and coaching carousel.Pop Culture and NFL Player Workload00:35:46–00:37:08Chris reflects on Saquon Barkley’s heavy workload during the season and the decision to rest him in Week 18.Closing 00:40:54–End Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

  3. 12/19/2024

    Episode 279: Week 16 in the NFL

    00:00–06:00: Introduction and Holiday TalkHosts: Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone.Topics:Discussion about the holiday season and its hectic nature.Lighthearted conversation about Christmas lists and holiday movies like Red One (Amazon Prime) and Carry On (Netflix).General critique of holiday films and their target audiences.6:00–16:30: Media and Pop CultureReboots and Remakes:Greg's thoughts on the Malcolm in the Middle reboot and its purpose in today's streaming-dominated landscape.Concerns about over-saturation of streaming services and reboot culture (Scrubs and Prison Break mentioned).Nostalgia versus innovation in media.Hollywood Commentary:Reflection on the careers of openly gay actors like Wentworth Miller and their impact on Hollywood roles.General discussion about the pressures and oddities of Hollywood.16:30–49:00: NFL Week 16 OverviewDenver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers:Chargers favored by 2.5 points.Discussion on the Broncos' strong defense and Chargers' offensive struggles.Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs:Chiefs favored by 3 points; Patrick Mahomes' health update noted.Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Giants:Michael Penix Jr. announced as Falcons' starting quarterback.Analysis of Kirk Cousins' future and the team's financial challenges.Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts:Titans' defense praised; Colts' inconsistency highlighted.Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns:Bengals favored by 7.5 points.Browns' quarterback changes, including Dorian Thompson-Robinson replacing Jameis Winston, discussed.Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears:Lions' offensive strength contrasted with their injury-plagued defense.Critique of the Bears' offensive struggles and coaching decisions.Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders:Eagles' dominance and playoff aspirations contrasted with Washington's struggles to maintain playoff contention.Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots:Bills favored by 14 points.Historical context of the rivalry and Buffalo's playoff position discussed.Los Angeles Rams vs. New York Jets:Jets’ surprising victory and the role of Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams discussed.Rams’ offensive strengths highlighted.Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks:Impact of Geno Smith's injury on Seattle's chances noted.Discussion on quarterback rotations for both teams.49:00–End: Eagles Commentary and Miscellaneous NFL InsightsPhiladelphia Eagles:Extensive focus on the Eagles’ key players and injury concerns, including Saquon Barkley and Cooper DeJean.Frustration over Cooper DeGene being used as a punt returner, risking injury.League-Wide Observations:Critique of heavy workloads on star players like Saquon Barkley.Concerns about NFL injuries and the toll on player longevity.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m

  4. 12/11/2024

    Episode 278: Soto, The Attitude Era, and NFL Week 15

    00:00 - 0:31 The episode begins with hosts Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone exchanging casual banter about their personal lives and sports interests. Chris sets up the agenda for the show, including discussions about NFL Week 15, MLB free agency, college football news, and a quiz. 0:31 - 1:49: MLB Free Agency Highlights:Discussion about Juan Soto’s record-breaking 15-year, $765-800 million contract with the New York Mets. The hosts analyze its implications for the team and MLB’s competitive balance. 1:49 - 20:58: College Football Insights:Heisman finalists and controversies are discussed, including the merits of players like Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty. Speculation about Bill Belichick’s potential move to college coaching also arises. 20:58 - 36:29: WWE Quiz Segment:Chris administers a WWE Attitude Era trivia quiz to Greg, covering notable matches, wrestlers, and storylines from the era. NFL Week 15 Discussion 37:31 - 37:48: Game: Los Angeles Rams @ San Francisco 49ersThe hosts introduce the Thursday Night Football matchup with the 49ers favored at -2.5. The game’s implications for both teams are briefly touched on. 37:49 - 38:19: Game: Baltimore Ravens @ New York GiantsThe Ravens are favored at -14.5. The hosts discuss the Ravens’ tendency to play down to weaker opponents but express confidence in their ability to dominate defensively against New York’s struggling quarterback situation. 38:20 - 39:08: Game: Cincinnati Bengals @ Tennessee TitansThe Titans, at +5, are described as being in "draft pick mode," while the Bengals are portrayed as needing to win to stay in playoff contention after a disappointing season. 39:28 - 40:49: Game: Dallas Cowboys @ Carolina PanthersDespite the Cowboys being listed as favorites, the discussion revolves around their recent inconsistency. The Panthers’ improved play post-Bryce Young’s benching is noted. 41:14 - 42:14: Game: Kansas City Chiefs @ Cleveland BrownsChiefs favored at -4. The hosts highlight the Chiefs’ season-long habit of winning games narrowly without covering spreads, emphasizing their defensive strength against a struggling Browns offense. 42:30 - 43:45: Game: Miami Dolphins @ Houston TexansTexans are -3 at home. The discussion touches on Miami’s desperate playoff push and Houston’s inconsistent offense. The Dolphins’ recent struggles are contrasted with their need to perform better offensively. 45:17 - 46:41: Game: New York Jets @ Jacksonville JaguarsJaguars are +3. The hosts criticize both teams, highlighting Mac Jones’ limited performance for the Jaguars and the Jets’ struggles with poor offensive play and management. 47:12 - 48:10: Game: Washington Commanders @ New Orleans SaintsSaints are listed at +7. Discussion focuses on the Saints’ tumultuous season, including injuries and quarterback changes. Commanders are noted as having an edge post-bye week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min

  5. 11/27/2024

    Episode 277: Blake Snell to LA?!?!

    Introduction and Overview00:00–00:34: Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone discuss how quickly the NFL season has progressed to Week 13. Baseball Free Agency and Dodgers Dominance01:24–07:48: The hosts delve into MLB free agency, highlighting the Dodgers signing Blake Snell for $182 million. Greg questions the lack of a salary cap and compares this to the Yankees' historical spending.They speculate about international phenom Roki Sasaki and how adding him could balance the Dodgers' spending. 76ers’ Struggles18:02–23:33: Chris and Greg shift to the Sixers, lamenting injuries to Joel Embiid and Paul George and a significant drop in championship odds. They critique Jared McCain's defensive weaknesses, despite his solid scoring, and express concerns about the team's direction.They simulate a lottery scenario on Tankathon, landing the Sixers with the No. 6 pick. NFL Week 13 Games23:43–33:10: Thanksgiving Games Bears vs. Lions (12:30 PM) Lions, as favorites, are expected to dominate. Greg notes Caleb Williams' improvement but questions if it’s enough to compete with Detroit. Giants vs. Cowboys (4:30 PM) Greg calls this a snooze-fest, ridiculing the matchup of backup quarterbacks. Both predict a Cowboys win. Dolphins vs. Packers (8:20 PM) The best Thanksgiving game on paper, with playoff implications for both teams. Greg expects the Dolphins to keep it close but doubts a victory in Lambeau. Black Friday Game Raiders vs. Chiefs (3:00 PM) The Chiefs are massive favorites, but Greg doubts their ability to cover the spread given their struggles to blow out weaker opponents. NFL Sunday Games 33:10–50:09: Vikings vs. Cardinals: Greg leans towards the Vikings, citing their strong defense and Arizona's inconsistent offense. Texans vs. Jaguars: Despite Houston’s untrustworthiness, Greg picks them over a struggling Jaguars team starting Mac Jones. Colts vs. Patriots: Greg predicts a Colts win due to Anthony Richardson's return and the Patriots’ ongoing dysfunction. Chargers vs. Falcons: The Chargers, coming off a close loss, are favored due to better coaching and talent. Steelers vs. Bengals: Greg expects the Steelers' elite defense to keep it close, questioning the Bengals' desperation-fueled performance. Seahawks vs. Jets: Greg slams the Jets' dysfunction and backs the Seahawks, who lead the NFC West. Commanders vs. Titans: Greg sees the Titans covering the spread, citing their stout defense against the Commanders’ struggling offense. Rams vs. Saints: Inconsistent teams clash, but Greg gives the edge to the Rams due to better coaching and skill positions. Buccaneers vs. Panthers: Greg acknowledges Bryce Young's improvement but predicts the Bucs, led by Baker Mayfield, will handle Carolina. Eagles vs. Ravens: The marquee matchup features the top two rushing offenses. Greg calls it a tight, physical game likely decided by a late field goal. He picks the Eagles in a close contest. 49ers vs. Bills: Greg ridicules the 49ers' misfortune with injuries and expects the Bills, coming off a bye, to dominate. Browns vs. Broncos: Greg praises Denver as the season's surprise team and anticipates another strong showing against Cleveland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  6. 11/20/2024

    Episode 276: Tyrese/Joel and NFL Week 12

    0:00–21:26: Tyrese Maxey Calls Out Joel Embiid Introduction: Hosts Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone discuss the NBA, particularly focusing on the Philadelphia 76ers' internal dynamics and a team meeting where Tyrese Maxey called out Joel Embiid for being late to activities.Criticism of Joel Embiid: Greg criticizes Embiid's lack of accountability as the hosts discuss Embiid's attitude and how his apparent lack of enthusiasm might impact the team.NBA Superstars: A broader commentary on younger NBA stars and their tendencies. Jokic is praised for his professionalism, contrasting with Embiid. 🕒 21:26–52:41: NFL Week 12 Games and Analysis The podcast covers NFL Week 12, analyzing each matchup with humor and in-depth commentary. Games Discussed: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns (21:37): Focus on the Steelers' defensive strength.Browns' offensive unpredictability under Jameis Winston.Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders (23:59): Cowboys' offensive struggles highlighted.Commanders seen as learning from prior losses.Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts (25:57): Lions' dominant recent performances.Colts' return to Anthony Richardson discussed.Kansas City Chiefs vs. Carolina Panthers (30:44): Chiefs’ recovery from a loss.Panthers’ potential after their bye week noted.Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears (32:26): Criticism of the Bears' poor execution.Vikings expected to perform strongly.New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins (32:48): Dolphins’ playoff chances contingent on Tua's health.Patriots seemingly resigned to a rebuilding phase.Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New York Giants (33:54): Giants' struggles under Tommy DeVito.Buccaneers expected to benefit from returning players like Mike Evans.Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans (35:14): Texans’ superior offense and promising play.Titans criticized for their lack of offensive firepower.Denver Broncos vs. Las Vegas Raiders (36:38): Raiders’ irrelevance over decades.Broncos’ resurgence with rookie Bo Nix.Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks (38:55): NFC West competitiveness emphasized.Cardinals showing consistency despite challenges.San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers (41:39): 49ers’ late-game struggles.Packers’ narrow victory over the Bears scrutinized.Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams (43:30): Eagles’ defensive prowess highlighted.Rams’ offense seen as a test for the Eagles’ secondary.Baltimore Ravens vs. Los Angeles Chargers (45:55): Chargers' reputation for chaotic games.Ravens expected to bounce back after a loss.🕒 52:41–End: The Mike Tyson/Jake Paul Fight (and Netflix failures)  Mike Tyson-Jake Paul Fight: Greg and Chris reflect on the fight, mentioning the record-breaking viewership and buffering issues. They note the fight was likely a “business decision” for Jake Paul.Normalization of Controversial Figures: A critique of media normalization of figures like Mike Tyson concludes the episode as Chris suggests that Mike Tyson’s legacy has shifted due to his Hollywood image.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min

  7. 11/09/2024

    Episode 275: The DPPHL Finals

    In this episode of "You're Wrong... And Here's Why," hosts Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone begin the show by talking about coffee preferences and then they move on to the big event of the week -- the DPPHL Finals where Greg is seeking his first darts championship. The guys also talk about the Joel Embiid / Marcus Hayes situation and a few other things before turning their attention to Week 10 in the NFL and giving their picks for each game against the spread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  8. 10/30/2024

    Episode 274: The Deals Don't Stop

    In this episode of "You're Wrong... And Here's Why," hosts Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone talk about how the NFL is beginning to look more like the NBA with all of these trades -- including Josh Uche, Cam Robinson and Dionte Johnson this week. They then move on to look at each and every game on the Week 9 NFL schedule and give their picks against the spread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
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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.

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