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The Morning Rant with Dave Garner | NBC Flubs the Derby + Braves Are Rolling

Big John welcomes his third grandbaby while recapping the thrilling Kentucky Derby win by the first female trainer — but NBC’s abrupt cutoff steals the spotlight! Dave Garner and Big John deliver their signature Monday Morning Rant: Braves hot streak, Chase Elliott’s Texas victory, NHL/NBA playoffs, a bold take on annoying sports commentators, and Mount Rushmore debates for the Falcons and Bills. Fun, football stories, and unfiltered sports talk at its finest. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 [https://x.com/DaveGarner777] Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 [https://x.com/JohnDavis_65] Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper [https://x.com/wil24cooper] www.sportspigradio.com [http://www.sportspigradio.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thesportspig] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thesportspig937.app&utm_source=na_Med] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-sports-pig/id6752787078] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themorningrant_wpgy?igsh=MWpycjU5bjdpZGozMg%3D%3D] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningRant] Advertise With Us Want to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us [https://www.sportspigradio.com/advertise-with-us/]   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter   01:29 Big John’s New Grandbaby Celebration   03:10 Kentucky Derby Recap and NBC Broadcast Flub   06:31 Derby Betting Challenge Results   09:06 Braves Weekend Sweep and Road Trip Preview   15:25 Live Events and Show Announcements   20:33 Braves Season Outlook and Small Ball   25:29 NHL and NBA Playoffs Talk   30:32 NASCAR: Chase Elliott Victory   34:00 College Football NIL and Salary Cap Discussion   44:47 Big John’s Bold Take: Sports Commentators   55:07 Falcons and Bills Mount Rushmore Debate   59:15 Closing and Upcoming Shows See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Morning Rant with Dave Garner | 60-Point Playoff Disaster & Big John’s SEC Rant – You Can’t Miss This

New grandson arrives after a whirlwind night—and the Atlanta Hawks deliver one of the most embarrassing playoff exits in recent memory. On this Friday Happy Hour edition of The Morning Rant, Dave Garner and Big John Davis celebrate family joy, hype the upcoming Bradley’s Bar & Grill live broadcast, announce the new Jasper Coca-Cola text line, and break down the Hawks’ 60-point collapse. John also drops a fiery bold take on SEC bias and conference strength. Plus, Braves talk, Kentucky Derby chatter, charity raffle details, and plenty of unfiltered sports banter. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 [https://x.com/DaveGarner777] Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 [https://x.com/JohnDavis_65] Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper [https://x.com/wil24cooper] www.sportspigradio.com [http://www.sportspigradio.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thesportspig] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thesportspig937.app&utm_source=na_Med] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-sports-pig/id6752787078] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themorningrant_wpgy?igsh=MWpycjU5bjdpZGozMg%3D%3D] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningRant] Advertise With Us Want to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us [https://www.sportspigradio.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter   01:14 New Grandson Romeo Born in Raleigh   02:54 John’s Health Update and Dr. Bowers Shoutout   04:09 Bradley’s Bar & Grill Live Event on May 15th   08:08 Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame   10:54 New Jasper Coca-Cola Text Line Launch (866-888-0744)   17:39 James Cook Returns to UGA for Degree & Athlete Money Management   31:49 Show Download Stats and Community Growth   36:00 Hawks 149-89 Playoff Embarrassment Rant   43:00 Braves Talk and Series Recap   46:18 Kentucky Derby Weekend Preview   48:34 Big John Jersey Raffle for Charities   50:52 Big John’s Bold Take: SEC Bias and Conference Strength   57:13 Family Moment with New Son-in-Law Derek   58:41 Wrap-Up and Weekend Send-Off See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Morning Rant with Dave Garner | Hawks Desperate in Game 6: Can They Force a Game 7?

Chaos on the court and clutch at the plate! Dave Garner and Billy D dive into the Hawks’ must-win Game 6 against the Knicks, Matt Olson’s walk-off heroics for the Braves, plus hot takes on March Madness expansion, sports betting dangers, restaurant inspection fails, and the Kentucky Derby. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 [https://x.com/DaveGarner777] Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 [https://x.com/JohnDavis_65] Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper [https://x.com/wil24cooper] www.sportspigradio.com [http://www.sportspigradio.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thesportspig] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thesportspig937.app&utm_source=na_Med] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-sports-pig/id6752787078] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themorningrant_wpgy?igsh=MWpycjU5bjdpZGozMg%3D%3D] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningRant] Advertise With Us Want to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us [https://www.sportspigradio.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter   02:08 Camera Weight Lies and Golf Tournament Preview   04:20 Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame Induction   06:39 Hawks Playoff Talk – Game 6 Must-Win Analysis   11:07 Jalen Johnson, Trae Young & Team Future   17:10 Hawks Game 6 Predictions and Strategy   21:36 March Madness Expansion to 76 Teams   23:53 Sports Betting, NIL & Gambling Addiction Risks   30:19 Chiropractic Moment with Dr. Keith   36:42 Braves Walk-Off Win with Matt Olson   40:16 Restaurant Inspection Scores – The 50 Shocker   46:22 Kentucky Derby Picks and Horse Racing Talk   53:07 Music, David Allen Coe, and Final Thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Morning Rant with Dave Garner | Winging it Wednesday | Braves Win Big, Hawks Get Crushed & March Madness Expansion Drama

Chaos kicks off instantly as Dave Garner and Big John Davis embrace the madness on Winging It Wednesday. From the Braves’ solid win and the Hawks’ brutal 29-point Game 5 loss, to the shocking NCAA March Madness expansion and growing gambling scandals in college sports, the duo delivers hot takes on officiating inconsistencies, NIL fallout, and Texas Tech’s QB seeking treatment. Big John shares heartfelt memories from high school graduation and heading to Georgia Tech, while debating fantasy football and classic rock vs. country. Buckle up for unfiltered sports talk, sponsor shoutouts, and pure midweek energy. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 [https://x.com/DaveGarner777] Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 [https://x.com/JohnDavis_65] Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper [https://x.com/wil24cooper] www.sportspigradio.com [http://www.sportspigradio.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thesportspig] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thesportspig937.app&utm_source=na_Med] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-sports-pig/id6752787078] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themorningrant_wpgy?igsh=MWpycjU5bjdpZGozMg%3D%3D] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningRant]   Advertise With Us Want to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us [https://www.sportspigradio.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Morning Banter   01:20 John’s Emory Orthopedic Visit and Recovery   04:44 NCAA March Madness Expansion Debate   09:00 College Sports Gambling Scandal and Texas Tech QB   15:10 Green Heating & Cooling and Pub Sponsorships   18:00 Officiating Inconsistencies in Sports   21:00 Listener Text: NHL Officiating in Overtime   27:00 Fantasy Football and Gambling Discussion   32:00 Music Talk: Classic Rock, Country, and Gospel   43:00 Hawks and Braves Game Recaps   48:00 Atlanta Hockey Expansion Possibility   54:00 Memory Lane with Big John: High School Graduation and Georgia Tech   59:00 Show Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Morning Rant with Dave Garner | Rally Towel Tuesday | Braves Explode to 20 Wins First in MLB – Can They Sustain It?

Braves fans, buckle up—the Atlanta Braves are scorching hot as the first MLB team to 20 wins in 2026, boasting a massive run differential and elite pitching! Dave Garner and Will Cooper break down the red-hot start, key returns like Spencer Strider, standout performances from Matt Olson and Michael Harris, and the road ahead. Plus: NFL Draft reactions (Falcons picks & Ty Simpson to the Rams), James Pierce legal updates, Cherokee County Hall of Fame, high school baseball with North Cobb Christian coach Jimmy Keene, Hawks playoff hopes vs. the Knicks in Game 5, the Cooper Predictor betting tips, and fun rock band debates. Rally Towel Tuesday energy at its finest! Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 [https://x.com/DaveGarner777] Big John Davis X’s Account: https://x.com/JohnDavis_65 [https://x.com/JohnDavis_65] Will’s X Account: https://x.com/wil24cooper [https://x.com/wil24cooper] www.sportspigradio.com [http://www.sportspigradio.com] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thesportspig] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thesportspig937.app&utm_source=na_Med] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-sports-pig/id6752787078] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/themorningrant_wpgy?igsh=MWpycjU5bjdpZGozMg%3D%3D] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheMorningRant]   Advertise With Us Want to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us [https://www.sportspigradio.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter   01:19 Weather Talk and Will’s California Trip   02:37 Braves Recent Games and Tomahawk Take Preview   04:57 Cherokee County Hall of Fame Inductions   07:18 Show Analytics, Social Media, and Listener Shoutouts   09:15 NFL Draft Reactions: Ty Simpson, Kayden Proctor, Falcons Picks   13:27 James Pierce Legal Update and Falcons Implications   15:14 Break and Commercials   19:27 Tomahawk Take: Braves 20-9 Start, Pitching Depth, Key Returns   24:37 Managing Injuries and Lineup Versatility   29:46 High School Baseball Interview with North Cobb Christian Coach Jimmy Keene   32:01 Hawks Playoff Outlook vs. Knicks in Game 5   39:00 High School Sports Coverage Legacy   40:50 Top 3 Rock Bands Debate: Eagles, Alice in Chains, Journey   46:02 NASCAR Talladega Recap and Listener Engagement   48:04 Live Remote Appearances and Upcoming Shows   52:18 Hawks Series Analysis and On-Air Rivalry   55:13 Cooper Predictor: Tennis and MLB Betting Picks   58:31 Closing Thoughts and Tease for Tomorrow’s Show See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.