Rams Reality, DB IQ, and UCLA Football with Alex Johnson

The State of LA Sports with Ava Brand

Ava Brand returns to the show to break down everything happening across the LA sports landscape. We get into whether the Rams are true Super Bowl contenders, Matthew Stafford's window, the impact of Davante Adams, and why the Chargers could be one of the most interesting teams in the NFL this season. We also talk UCLA football, Nico Iamaleava, the Lakers in the Luka era, and the biggest storylines fans should be paying attention to heading into the fall. Plus, Ava shares her perspective from covering sports in one of the busiest markets in the country. This episode was recorded before the Rams acquired Myles Garrett, though we do briefly reference the team's aggressive approach after the Roger McDuffie trade.

Ranking My Top 10 Offensive Players at Every Position + 2026 First Team Offense

It’s list season. In this solo episode, I rank my top 10 players across all 11 offensive positions and build my full 2026 First Team Offense. We go position by position breaking down who made the cut, who got left off, and where projection versus production came into play. This is less about fantasy and more about who I’d actually build an offense around going into 2026. Agree or disagree, let me know who got snubbed.

Rams Reality, DB IQ, and UCLA Football with Alex Johnson

Alex Johnson returns to the show after going from UCLA standout to navigating life in the NFL with the Giants, Colts, Titans, and now the Rams. We get into the real reality of practice squad life, constantly adapting between organizations, and what it takes mentally to keep proving yourself at the professional level. Alex also breaks down DB intelligence, processing the game at NFL speed, and how his football IQ has evolved since UCLA. Plus, we talk confidence, uncertainty, recovery, life outside football, and another Gridiron Gem to close things out.

Rams Ty-meline for Simpson, Draft Recap, and the Future with Jackson Durham

In this episode, fellow Rams creator Jackson Durham joins me to dive into the Rams’ draft strategy. We break down the Ty Simpson pick, how the Rams are building for the future rather than win-now moves, and what that means for the roster timeline. We also discuss whether Matthew Stafford should play beyond this year, how the rest of the draft class fits into the bigger picture, and what to expect from the Rams heading into the season. If you’re wondering where the Rams are headed, this episode lays it all out.

"The Rams are So Lucky" Draft Episode with 1st & Tuna

We get into the Ty Simpson pick, and how the Rams continue to build through development rather than immediate impact. From late-round hits to stacking depth with upside, this is a look at how their process actually works behind the scenes. We also talk through what this means for the future, how they’re building around coaching and versatility, and why their strategy might be more about sustaining success than chasing quick fixes. If you’ve questioned what the Rams are doing this offseason, this is the full breakdown.