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Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett discuss the latest NFL news and analyze the biggest games throughout the season on the road to the Super Bowl. Don’t miss The FAN Checkdown, Monday to Friday on the Sportsnet Radio Network.

The FAN Checkdown

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett reconvene for an offseason edition of the FAN Checkdown in the wake of the 2025 NFL Draft! They get into the biggest stories, including Shedeur Sanders' draft night fall overtaking the no. 1 pick himself in Cam Ward. In Tennessee, what does success look like for Ward in his rookie season? They also get into the Jaguars trading up for Travis Hunter - will he be used the 'right' way, knowing his abilities as a two-way player? Plus, they discuss Bills GM Brandon Beane calling into a Buffalo radio station to discuss his stewardship of the team, and Bill Belichick taking on CBS in a dispute.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Breaking Down the NFL Draft + What's Up w/ Bill Belichick?

Sho Alli kicks off the season finale of The FAN Checkdown alongside Bob Harris of the Football Guys and Sirius XM Fantasy Sports Radio. The pair start off discussing the New York Jets parting ways with Aaron Rodgers, what's next for the veteran quarterback, potential landing spots for Davante Adams, and Puka Nacua's future in Los Angeles. Bob also looks into how the fantasy value of top running backs, wide receivers, and signal callers are trending ahead of next season. Later, NFL Draft Analyst Russell Brown (25:00) stops by preview the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine and share some names to watch ahead of draft day.

Thanks for listening - see you next season!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Season Finale!

Sho Alli kicks off the penultimate edition of The FAN Checkdown alongside Andy McNamara, host of The Sick Podcast and betting host for Woodbine Entertainment. The pair start by looking back on Super Bowl LIX to discuss the "return of the running back" and if more teams will follow the Eagles' blueprint with Saquon Barkley. Andy then dives into the latest offseason stories including potential destinations for Myles Garrett, Cooper Kupp and Deebo Samuel, along with the Steelers' reported interest in Trevor Lawrence. Finally, the duo take a spin on the quarterback carousel to find some landing spots for Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins, Daniel Jones, Justin Fields and Jameis Winston. Later, Eric Edholm of NFL.com (35:51) checks in ahead of the NFL Scouting Combine to share what teams look for during the events, the potential "generational talents" within the 2025 class, and the top quarterbacks on the board. Sho wraps up with thoughts on the hefty payday James Cook is seeking following his comments on Instagram Live.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Big Name Trade Projections + NFL Combine Lookahead

Sho Alli opens this edition of The FAN Checkdown alongside Adam Rank, NFL Network analyst and host of The Sick Podcast. The pair chat about where Super Bowl LIX ranks in terms of excitement, how the victory impacts Jalen Hurts' standing around the NFL, and the road for Patrick Mahomes to rebound in the GOAT conversation. Adam and Sho wrap up with their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's performance at the halftime show, along with who should take the stage at next year's Super Bowl. Later, Producer Mark Boffo sorts through the latest news from around the NFL including Deebo Samuel's trade request and the Jets' parting ways with Aaron Rodgers (31:35).

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Super Bowl Lasting Legacies ft. Adam Rank

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett reflect on Super Bowl LIX, discussing Jalen Hurts' place among Eagles greats, Philly’s most beloved coach between Andy Reid, Doug Pederson, and Nick Sirianni, and whether the Eagles' defence will be remembered among the NFL’s all-time best. Then, they share their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's halftime show and who they would like to see perform at the big game next. Later, the Score's Brenden Deeg (33:58) outlines the Eagles' path back to the Super Bowl after their previous win in 2018 and which UFAs they will prioritize in the offseason.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The 2025 Eagles' Historical Standing + SB Halftime Flop

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett look back on the Philadelphia Eagles' 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. They start with the winners' POV and get into the Eagles' dominant pass rush, Howie Roseman's roster construction record, Nick Sirianni's standing among the NFL's elite head coaches and the evolution of Jalen Hurts. Then, they discuss what comes next for the Chiefs following Patrick Mahomes' career-worst game, including potentially moving on from OC Matt Nagy and dedicating a larger focus toward bolstering the offensive line. Finally, they discuss Travis Kelce's NFL future and how this game hurts Mahomes' case in the GOAT conversation.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Super Bowl LIX Breakdown

Sho Alli kicks off the final pre-Super Bowl episode of The FAN Checkdown putting together a list of the best bets for the big game with some help from his friends! Arash Madani, Tim Micallef, George Rusic, Todd Fuhrman, Donnovan Bennett, Daniele Franceschi and Mark Boffo all stop by to share their picks ahead of Sunday's clash between the Chiefs and Eagles.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Super Bowl LIX Betting Special

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett chat with two-time Coach of the Year Ron Rivera (1:58), on the heels of his new job announcement: GM of the Cal-Berkeley Golden Bears. He discusses the new gig, and gets into Super Bowl prep week as someone who has been there before. Afterwards, they bring on KiSS 92.5's Shem (21:52), who previews the Super Bowl Halftime Show with Kendrick Lamar as the featured performer - will the rap beef with Drake spill over to New Orleans, and even if that happens, does the average person care?

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Coaching DNA ft. Ron Rivera + Super Bowl Halftime Show Preview ft. Shem

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off with a discussion about what a Super Bowl win would mean for Jalen Hurts from a legacy perspective and his reception in Philly. Joining the conversation from Radio Row in New Orleans, NFL Network's Adam Rank (6:13) shares his thoughts on the players with the most to gain from a title before looking at the ideal landing spots for on-the-move superstars Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp. Later, former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff (31:37) reflects on his roots in the CFL and scouting, the importance of cap creativity in the modern NFL, the different roster construction philosophies of the Chiefs and Eagles and the viability of a Canadian NFL expansion team.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Super Bowl Stakes + Role of the GM ft. Thomas Dimitroff

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off this episode of The FAN Checkdown with thoughts on Cooper Kupp and the Los Angeles Rams parting ways. Lindsay Rhodes, host of the Sūmer Sports Show and Fantasy Dirt, joins the program to chat about Myles Garrett's trade request and his potential suitors around the NFL, before reflecting on the impact of Saquon Barkley's move to Philadelphia. Lindsay also offers her take on who has the most to gain heading into Super Bowl LIX, the coaching battle on display this weekend, and who will emerge with the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Amy Trask, former Raiders CEO and current CBS Sports analyst, hops aboard to share her expertise on getting a team prepared for the big game, the human aspect of trading players, and how to identify the right coach for the job.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Kupp Flies the Coop, Garrett Wants Out & Super Bowl Stories to Watch

Week 1 is officially in the books with the 49ers' 32-19 thumping over the Jets on Monday night, and Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett break it down. They get into Aaron Rodgers' first full game as a Jet, CMC's unexpected absence and Jordan Mason leaking team secrets. The Athletic's NFL insider Dianna Russini (7:25) reflects on Week 1 and discusses potential consequences for the 9er's handling of CMC's injury, Saquon's explosive Eagles debut, the Browns' Deshaun problem and much more. Finally, Matt and Donnovan look at the biggest storylines from Week 1 and decipher what's real and fake.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

49ers Ground the Jets + Opening Week Reflection

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