Mitch Unfiltered

RUNDOWN   It's a rough week in Seattle sports, with the Mariners eliminated, the Huskies losing to Rutgers, the Cougars being dominated by a top running back, and the Seahawks falling to the Lions. Jed Fisch's mounting criticism is no big win either [let's read some listener emails]. Mitch and Hotshot also discuss the Seahawks' upcoming game against the New York Giants, labeling it as a crucial win for the Seahawks. They emphasized the importance of securing a victory before facing tougher opponents like the 49ers, Falcons, Bills, and Rams in the following weeks. Mitch and Jacson Bevens from "Cigar Thoughts" discuss the Seattle Seahawks' recent 42-29 loss to the Detroit Lions highlighting some defensive struggles due to missing key players and the dominance of Lions' quarterback Jared Goff. Despite Geno Smith's strong performance, the defense couldn't slow down the Lions' offense. They also highlight Seattle's adjustments in the running game and the impressive impact of Kenneth Walker. Rick Neuheisel on college football; starting with a recap of Rick's successful betting streak, where he achieved a 3-1 record in his recent picks. They focus on the Alabama vs. Georgia game, analyzing Alabama’s Jalen Milroe and Georgia's defensive effort. The conversation shifts to standout college football players, including a 17-year-old making waves and the controversial call in the Virginia Tech-Miami game. They discuss officiating challenges and their implications for the College Football Playoff system. It's the end of the Seattle Mariners' 2024 season. Despite sweeping the Athletics and finishing 85-77, the team failed to make the playoffs. Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas express concern about the future, emphasizing the uncertainty of maintaining such a strong rotation, especially given potential injuries.   GUESTS   • Seahawks No-Table | Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) • Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor)   TABLE OF CONTENTS 1:16 | "Fun with Audio," 4:10 | Jed Fisch, not so great! 13:00 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS password 17:05 | Yes, yes, Seattle had lots of injuries going into this game. The list goes on. 30:19 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) and Mitch rehash the Hawks' 42-29 loss in Detroit on Monday night. Is there a way to be encouraged with the result considering all the defensive stars the Seahawks were missing? Geno Smith continues to play elite football & Kenneth Walker is a real difference-maker. 41:39 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel (CBS College Football analyst) is back for his weekly segment presented by Taco Time NW. Huskies fans seem to have really turned on Jedd Fisch. Neuheisel reacts & tells of his friendship with Fisch. Plus Rick's Picks is off to a 3-1 start against the spread. 1:10:24 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Brady Farkas (SI Now - Mariners) & Joe Doyle (Over Slot) have lots to say about the M's missing the playoffs in a year where their starting rotation was incredible. What is it to come in the offseason? Will the Mariners finally spend? Who should stay and who should go? 1:41:40 | The Other Stuff Segment: • Seattle Mariners' 2024 season and playoff elimination. • Mariners' strong pitching rotation. • Caitlin Clark winning WNBA Rookie of the Year. • Macklemore controversy. • Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run ball lawsuit. • Ricky Henderson’s first pitch at Mariners game. • Brett Favre’s Parkinson’s diagnosis and past controversies. • MLB All-Stars returning to team uniforms in 2025. • "Happy Gilmore 2" and use of original alligator. • Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday. • RIPs: Pete Rose, Kris Kristofferson, Dikembe Mutombo, John Ashton, Maggie Smith, Shelby Daniele, Drake Hogestyn

RUNDOWN   "Mandela Effect," ALERT! Hotshot blows Mitch's mind by revealing that Ed McMahon, who was widely believed to have worked for Publishers Clearinghouse, actually worked for a competitor, American Family Insurance. Can you spell the capital of West Virginia? How about a recap of near-perfect results for local teams—Cougars winning in double overtime, Huskies dominating Northwestern, and Seahawks crushing the Dolphins. However, the Mariners blow a 5-0 lead, raining on the parade. Mitch's praises Washington Husky Elijah Jackson, who chased down a kick returner at the one-yard line. Is Seattle’s defensive prowess truly legit or a result of playing against lesser competition? Mitch Levy, Jacson Bevens, and Brady Henderson break down the Seahawks' commanding 24-3 win over the Miami Dolphins, highlighting a suffocating defensive performance by Seattle, featuring a historic defensive start, holding Dolphins under 150 yards passing for the third straight game. Standout moments include Derek Hall’s breakout game with two sacks and a forced fumble. Rick Neuheisel and Mitch Levy deliver an entertaining and lively discussion about Michigan vs. USC and Utah's playoff potential, while discussing under-the-radar players like San Jose State's Nick Nash and Washington State’s quarterback, John Mateer. Mitch, Brady, and Joe dive into the crushing realities facing the Seattle Mariners as the season nears its end. With just six games left, the Mariners had a golden opportunity to capitalize on their rivals' losses, only to blow a commanding 5-0 lead in a critical game.   GUESTS   • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) • Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor)   TABLE OF CONTENTS 1:54 | Mandela Effect Alert! 8:45 | "Fun with Audio," 12:53 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS password 17:23 | A mostly magical sports weekend...Mariners... 37:33 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady, Jacson & Mitch analyze the Seahawks beat down of Mitch's Dolphins 24-3. The Hawks are 3-0 and will hit the road for a Monday Night Football showdown in Detroit. Another suffocating performance by the defense. 1:07:12 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel - CBS College Football Analyst joins Mitch to breakdown the week in college ball. Michigan's win over USC, UW's blowout of Northwestern and all the rest. Is Tennessee for real? Alabama hosting Georgia this week and much more. 1:32:15 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe, Brady & Mitch are frustrated with M's blowing a 5 run lead on Sunday that could have put them in position to make a run to the postseason. Julio's red hot but is it to no avail? 1:54:26 | The Other Stuff Segment: • Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run ball auction • Washington Nationals’ shortstop demotion to AAA • Derek Carr’s touchdown celebration fine • Rome Odunze’s first NFL touchdown • Adrian Wojnarowski’s ESPN resignation • Don King’s health issues • Fantasy football threats • David Letterman’s jury duty • Jane’s Addiction on-stage fight • Rodent found in an in-flight meal RIPs: Mercury Morris, Al McCoy, Tito Jackson, high school cheerleader from America’s Got Talent, Catherine Crosby *HEADLINES*

RUNDOWN   Will the Seahawks consider playing backup QB's all season? Should Tua Tagovailoa's continue playing? Mitch and Hotshot discuss an embarrassing mishap involving former NFL star Shannon Sharpe, whose phone accidentally triggered an Instagram Live broadcast during an intimate moment. The Seattle Mariners' ongoing playoff race, despite winning another series, are still five games behind the Houston Astros with 12 games left in the season. Mitch and Hotshot Scott recap the Washington Huskies performance in the Apple Cup. Mitch, Brady Henderson, and Jacson Bevens discuss the Seahawks’ 23-20 win over the New England Patriots. While it wasn't a "pretty" victory, the Seahawks’ 2-0 start is what matters most. They break down Gino Smith's impressive performance, as he carried the team despite struggles in the run game, dropped passes, and poor offensive line play. Mitch catches up with former NFL linebacker Chad Brown, discussing his football career and life beyond the game. Chad reflects on his collegiate career, notably the infamous "five-down" game against Missouri, and how karma may have played a role in their controversial victory. Brown then recounts his NFL draft journey, being selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he played both inside and outside linebacker, leading to a breakout 13-sack season. Chad shares insights into his health post-football, touching on the effects of concussions and his participation in concussion studies. Mitch Levy is joined by CBS college football analyst Rick Neuheisel to discuss the latest happenings in the college football world, including LSU’s shaky win over South Carolina, Georgia's near stumble, Alabama’s inconsistent performance and Florida's poor start to the season. They also discuss Oregon’s dominance over rival Oregon State, while Neuheisel praises Alabama’s quarterback Jalen Milroe, noting his Heisman potential despite his limited passing game.   GUESTS   • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) • Chad Brown |  (former Seahawks Pro-Bowl LB) • Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst   TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:08 | Area Codes are Back! 4:45 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS password 6:38 | "Fun with Audio," Shannon Sharpe Instagram Live WHOOPS! XXX-Rated 15:36 | Mariners shutout Rangers 40:37 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) & Mitch recap the Hawks victorious trip to Foxboro. It wasn't pretty but the good guys return home 2-0 on the young season. Mitch's Dolphins are next. 1:09:59 | GUEST: Chad Brown - former Seahawks Pro-Bowl LB - joins Mitch to reminisce on his career. From a national championship at Colorado to All-Pro for the Steelers to a groundbreaking free agent signing in Seattle. Chad Brown has great stories to tell. 1:41:34 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel - CBS College Football Analyst - has plenty to say about the Apple Cup, his friend Jedd Fisch's decisions, Arch Manning, Kalen DeBoer's Crimson Tide and much more. 2:09:29 | The Other Stuff Segment: Here are the topics covered in the "Other Stuff" segment from *Mitch Unfiltered* Episode 303: • Tyreek Hill Incident about Tyreek Hill's traffic stop and the behavior of both Hill and the police officers involved. • Jon Bon Jovi helps prevent a woman from jumping off a bridge. • Christian McCaffrey placed on injured reserve by the San Francisco 49ers. • Tiger Woods Surgery Update • French tennis player Alice Tubeo files a complaint after receiving hate messages from bettors • Auburn's Peyton Thorne receives Venmo requests for money from angry bettors. • Jane's Addiction On-Stage Fight • Linda Carter publicly denounces her sister's political campaign in Arizona. • RIP Segment: Joe Schmidt, Mitchell Wiggins, Chad McQueen, James Earl Jones • Humorous Headlines Segment

RUNDOWN   The Seattle Seahawks' performance in their season opener was not a huge confidence booster. But their throwback uniforms a huge success. Mitch shares thoughts on the upcoming Apple Cup, which will be played earlier than usual in September at Lumen Field, questioning Washington's chances against Washington State. The Mariners' slim playoff hopes, are they still in it? The Seahawks' first game of the season ended with a 26-20 victory over the Denver Broncos, a performance characterized by a strong defense but struggles on the offensive line. Seahawks' No-Table discuss key moments, including a crucial third-down conversion by Tyler Lockett and standout defensive plays, like Tariq Woolen's interception. Concerns were raised about the offensive line, exacerbated by injuries, including the loss of George Fant. Mitch and CBS college football analyst Rick Neuheisel discuss college football highlights, Neuheisel’s predictions, and recent games. Neuheisel celebrates his correct prediction of Texas’s strong performance, while admitting Notre Dame still has work to do despite his playoff hopes for them. He highlights elite teams like Georgia, Texas, and Ole Miss, and points to Alabama and Tennessee as potential contenders despite issues. Neuheisel criticizes Deion Sanders' media behavior and questions Colorado’s long-term future under his leadership. He praises teams like Nebraska for improvement, and notes Alabama's penalties may have obscured their offensive capabilities. Neuheisel predicts LSU will cover the spread against South Carolina, maintaining his winning streak on Mitch Unfiltered. The Seattle Mariners have won four of their last six games, staying competitive in both the AL West and the wild card race. Mariners' No-Table discuss the team’s improved performance, highlighted by better offensive stats, including 38 runs over five games. Despite this, they remain five or six games behind Houston and face challenges with tough schedules ahead. The Other Stuff Segment topics include Angel Reese's WNBA Rookie Season, Dak Prescott's four-year, $240 million contract extension, RIPs, and Headlines.   GUESTS   • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) • Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor)   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:19 | Father-Daughter Camping, is it ever too late? 7:31 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS **password** 10:17 | "Fun with Audio," A week ago in Richard Neuheisel's segment, predicting Notre Dame... 16:50 | Eastside Catholic banter, let's go! 32:18 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) and Mitch rehash Seattle's opening game victory over the Broncos. From the new look Hawks defense to the horrendous performance of the offensive line in the 1st half, Brady and Mitch have you covered. 57:04 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel - CBS College Analyst - Rick and Mitch look back at weekend 2 in their unique way and peek ahead to the Apple Cup this weekend. Oh yeah, and Mitch busts Rick on his "revelation" on last week's show that Notre Dame is a shoe in for the playoffs. No so fast my friend. 1:22:06 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Brady, Joe & Mitch are together again with the M's trying to stay alive and 18 games to go. 1:42:52 | The Other Stuff Segment: • Angel Reese's WNBA Rookie Season: Hotshot gives an update on Angel Reese's impressive rookie season cut short by a wrist injury. • Seattle Mariners' Offensive Improvement: Discussion of the Mariners' recent offensive success and JP Crawford's comments on simplifying their approach. • Super Bowl 59 Halftime Show Performer - Kendrick Lamar: Mention of Kendrick Lamar's selection and his rap beef with Drake. • Steve Sarkisian and Texas Football: Discussion about Sarkisian's Texas team potentially being a national championship contender. • Cooper Kupp's Oregon House for Sale: Description of Cooper Kupp's house, which is up for sale, featuring an indoor training facility. • Tyreek Hill Incident: Discussion about Tyreek Hill being involved in a police incident on the way to a Dolphins game. • Dak Prescott's New Contract: Details of Dak Prescott's four-year, $240 million contract extension. • Shohei Ohtani Bobblehead Frenzy: Fans lined up for hours for a Shohei Ohtani bobblehead at Dodger Stadium. • RIP Mentions: Tributes to Johnny Gaudreau's brothers, DeAndre Overton, and musician Sérgio Mendes. • Humorous Headlines: Various comedic headlines involving incidents like a vehicle in a river, hotel underwear theft, a nudist exhibit, and a viral trout sex video joke.

RUNDOWN   Whoops, Danny O'Neil had confidently claimed that the Mariners would take first place in the AL West and that manager Scott Servais would not be fired. Fun With Audio: Deion Sanders' recent tensions with a Denver Post columnist. Mitch talks with former Mets General Manager Steve Phillips about the recent firing of Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais. They discuss the unusual timing of the firing, as the Mariners were still in playoff contention, and the challenges of such a decision. Phillips emphasizes that while Servais wasn’t responsible for the team's poor hitting, the move was likely a desperate attempt by GM Jerry DePoto to spark a late-season turnaround. Seahawks No-Table discuss the final preseason game, a win over the Cleveland Browns. They reflect on the performance of key players like quarterback Geno Smith and wide receiver DK Metcalf, emphasizing the positive yet cautious takeaways from the game, given that the Browns did not play their starters. Mitch expresses a mix of cautious optimism and lingering uncertainties about the Seahawks' prospects for the upcoming season, particularly regarding the impact of new defensive coordinator Mike McDonald. Mariners No-Table; Mitch hosts a discussion with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas on the Mariners' recent turbulent week being swept by the Dodgers, the firing of manager Scott Servais, the hiring of Dan Wilson, and the Mariners' series win against the San Francisco Giants.   GUESTS   • Steve Phillips | former MLB GM, MLB Network • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings) • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor)   TABLE OF CONTENTS   1:30 | Mariners aren't doing as well as Danny O'Neil had predicted. 9:15 | "Fun with Audio," Deion 20:15 | Odd time to fire a MLB coach, Scott Servais? 37:51 | GUEST: Steve Phillips - Former MLB GM, MLB Network - discusses the Mariners' decision to fire Scott Servais, the future of Jerry Dipoto & possible avenues out of the offensive abyss the M's find themselves in year after year. 54:51 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger Mornings) and Mitch sum up the last preseason game, the roster decisions that face John Schneider and Mike Macdonald and the overall outlook heading into the season. 1:20:02 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe Doyle (Over Slot), Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) and Mitch wrap up the crazy week for the M's, talk about the teams fading playoff chances and an offseason that could bring lots of twists and turns. 1:49:50 | The Other Stuff Segment: Other Stuff Segment: • The return of college football • Jet Fish era at Washington • The comparison of losses: Washington vs. Montana, Seahawks vs. Broncos • Aaron Judge joining the 50 home run season club • Elly De La Cruz's 20 home run, 60 stolen base season • Yankees defending Aaron Judge from Little League coach criticism • Little League World Series walk-off bunt win by Lake Mary, Florida • Barry Bonds' reaction to Hall of Fame snub and his maturity • Penny Hardaway's exclusive shoes stolen by porch pirate RIPs: Blaine Newnham, former Seattle Times columnist who passed away earlier this year