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3 & Out - NFC Big Picture Questions, Brendan Sorsby Supplemental Draft NOT Happening

On this episode of 3 & Out, John Middlekauff reacts to the surprising news that the NFL has canceled the supplemental draft, leaving Brendan Sorsby without the opportunity to be selected. John breaks down what led to the decision, why Sorsby ultimately didn’t get his shot, and what this means for his path to the league moving forward. John also zooms out for a big-picture look at the NFC, tackling some of the biggest questions facing the conference heading into the season. Which teams are legitimate contenders? Who’s poised to take a leap? And which franchises still have major concerns to address before Week 1? From unexpected NFL developments to conference-wide analysis, it’s all covered on this episode of 3 & Out. Follow John on Twitter [https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports], and Instagram for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet [http://hardrock.bet] #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Lovable Reunion - Ben Zobrist on WINNING Cubs' World Series MVP, his Game 7 HEROICS, Joe Maddon stories | Ross & Rizzo

Ben Zobrist joins Anthony Rizzo and David Ross on the Lovable Reunion podcast to relive the Chicago Cubs' unforgettable 2016 World Series championship. Ben tells stories about his decision to sign with Chicago after winning a title with the Kansas City Royals, what made Joe Maddon such a special manager, his iconic Game 7 go-ahead double, the emotional rain delay meeting led by Jason Heyward, Rossy's famous speech when the Cubs fell behind 3-1 to the Cleveland Indians, and more moments from the magical baseball season where the Cubs broke their 108-year MLB title curse. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

What's Wright - Giannis Antetokounmpo TRADED to Miami + NBA Draft PREDICTIONS: Dybantsa, Peterson, or Boozer?

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. [https://www.hardrock.bet/]   Nick Wright reacts to the Milwaukee Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. How does this shift the balance of power in the Eastern Conference? What is next for Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics, who came up short with their offer for the Bucks' star? Later, Nick previews the NBA Draft, starting with who he believes should be the #1 pick for the Washington Wizards between AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer. Then, Nick recaps a wild week of the World Cup, including braces from Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd Podcast - MASSIVE World Cup Ratings, Messi’s Star Power, Rise Of Soccer Culture In America

Colin is joined by Mike Mulvihill, President of Insights and Analytics for FOX Sports. They start with FOX’s process for predicting the TV numbers for the World Cup to advertisers,  and Mike explains that the viewership is similar to two full NFL regular seasons and will reach around 150 million viewers (3:30). He also discusses the breakdown between casual and die-hard soccer fans (5:30). They discuss the surprisingly high ratings for some of the lesser known teams (9:30), and what the ceiling for viewership could look like for the USMNT and top flight teams in the later stages of the tournament (12:15).  They talk about the controversial  implementation of the hydration breaks and the considerations behind making the change, and the network seeing no drop off in audience after the breaks. (17:30) They discuss the impact of Messi and Ronaldo’s star power (25:30),  the viewership trends between FOX and Telemundo (28:00), and the live event communal experience of World Cup watching (29:30). They dive into the rise of soccer culture in the United States in recent years and the impact of stadium environment on viewership (30:45).  Finally, Colin also argues the World Cup transcends everything else in sports and the unifying nature of fans all over the world enjoying a shared experience (40:00).  All lines provided by @hardrockbet [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCtcSOAkfG6kQjVoUA6cTTsg] (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin [https://twitter.com/ColinCowherd/header_photo] and The Volume [https://twitter.com/TheVolumeSports] on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Sharp or Square - THE FUTURE OF BETTING PART 2: Sports Betting Strategy, AI and Tax Battles

In the second installment of this two-part episode, we dive into the future of sports betting strategy, artificial intelligence, and the battle between prediction markets and traditional sportsbook operators. Betting expert Chad Millman and professional gambler Simon Hunter discuss the changes in tax laws for sports bettors after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and how prediction markets’ unlimited liquidity has impacted the sports betting marketplace. We also hear about how A.I. has made life both easier and harder for gamblers in the last 12 months. And finally, Chad and Simon look into their crystal ball to predict what the next decade holds for the industry. #Volume -- Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ [https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/] https://x.com/SharporSquare_ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.