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The Issues of SportsExamining how '24 NFL QB Salaries Stack UpOn the latest episode E-Mak & Rude Dog look at the list of NFL starting QB salaries. Patrick Mahomes is NOT the highest paid QB in the league for the '24 season. He took less $ so he can have a better team. Let's just start there! We examine the list and why NFL QB's are paid what their paid, and ranked where they are. Astronomical salaries for the position, but some QBs are certainly not earning their keep. Hint: one of those QBs is tied for #1, signed a new deal in the off-season, and plays in Florida.
2024-08-2323 min
The Issues of SportsIt's not sexism. Why male pro athletes mostly earn significantly earn more than female pros#caitlinclark lark has given women an absolute surge in popularity. The NCAA Women's BBall final outranked the men's. But she and other draft picks will be making 70k+/year to play in the WNBA under her rookie contract. While @nike and others will take care of Caitlin with millions in endorsement $, other less accomplished professional women are stuck with their salaries as their only form of income. E-Mak & Rude Dog @TheRudeDogShow lay out why it's fair the way it is but acknowledge a shift coming. Kindly hit the SUBSCRIBE button! Feedback welcome. Like and subscribe--pay it forward! Caitlin Clark...
2024-04-2520 min
The Issues of SportsIs It Safe To Go Anywhere Anymore? KC Super Bowl Parade ShootingTwo individuals have been charged with Second Degree Murder, two counts of Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon in the recent KC Parade shooting. Sadly, this senseless tragedy left one person dead and 22 wounded. According to prosecutors, more charges are expected to come.
On the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports," E-Mak & Rude Dog had Kansas City 610-AM Host Bob Fescoe joins to discuss the impact of gun violence and domestic terrorism on public events. In this case, the shooting occurred during a joyful celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory...
2024-02-2116 min
The Issues of SportsBill Belichick's Future & Draymond Green's FutureThe Patriots are struggling. Bill Belichick is considered by most to be the Greatest NFL Coach of All-Time. But time has moved on, so has Tom Brady collecting a Super Bowl trophy in Tampa after leaving New England. The draft picks Belichick has made the last few years have mostly not panned out. Tom Curran of NBC Sports Boston has reported that about a month or so ago the Kraft family decided to not bring Belichick back. Whether that is true or not, does Belichick even want to return, does it make sense for him to return? Should he take...
2023-12-2425 min
The Issues of SportsThe Taylor Swift Effect On EverythingTaylor Swift & Travis Kelce are a pair. She has seen the future Hall of Fame TE for the Kansas City Chiefs play a handful of times in person. Swift, who is among the biggest celeberties in the world, now is up close and personal with the sports world. And the sports media world is milking it for everything. Reportedly Chiefs writers are putting Swift in stories to increase SEO. Is this good, bad, or neither? Can you blame them? E-Mak & Rude Dog discuss The Taylor Swift Effect on the latest episode of The Issues of Sports.
2023-10-1719 min
The Issues of SportsHow Does Summer Sports Slow time Work for You?After the NBA Finals concludes & before NFL regular season kicks off what is your feelings about the summer slow time in sports. E-Mak and Rude Dog discuss how they each digest when the games mostly fade to black and are there any events that are must watch summer TV exceptions.
2023-08-0913 min
The Issues of SportsWhat Factors = Great TV Sports Ratings?Serbian born Nikola Jokic, who's a two-time regular season MVP, just led the Denver Nuggets to an NBA Title beating the Miami Heat 4-1 in the NBA Finals. Jokic put up historic playoff numbers and is a triple double machine. But most people they hadn't seen him play until now or still haven't. Jokic plays for Denver, and while technically ahead of the curve by far with his skills, his game doesn't have "Michael Jordan Sizzle". So from market size, franchise history, superstars, style of play, to the sport you play, and more E-Mak & Rude Dog explore in this sh...
2023-06-2623 min
The Issues of SportsJim Brown Ja Legacy & AccountabilityThe greatest football & lacrosse player of all-time Jim Brown has passed away. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy as a player and civil rights activist. His accomplishments are many during his legendary life. That said, his legacy is clouded by several violent allegations that he abused women. He had multiple brushes with the law during his life. Unfortunately, this is part of the conversation. Grizzlies star Ja Morant is in the process of ruining his legacy and potentially throwing away his career. He's voluntarily 2x this year decided to wave a firearm on social media. While these are two...
2023-05-2127 min
The Issues of SportsJalen Hurts Gets Paid Lamar Jackson Does NotPhiladelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts just landed the largest contract in NFL history with the second most guaranteed $. A five year $255 million deal, while Ravens Signalcaller Lamar Jackson still can't get paid. Rude Dog & E-Mak examine the disparity as to why these QB are in different situations and their respective NFL organizations have divergent dispositions on their QB's.
2023-04-2025 min
The Issues of SportsClark Kellogg on Sharing the Studio w/Sir Charles & Kenny & NCAA Tourney PredictionsCBS Sports College Basketball Studio Analyst Clark Kellogg joins "The Issues of Sports" with E-Mak & Rude Dog and discusses being in the studio with Charles Barkley & Kenny Smith, and how they adapt to college basketball. Kellogg weighs in on Jim Nantz final NCAA Tournament, as well as the late Billy Packer, and DIck Vitale. Plus he reveals his champ and who he likes to make some noise in the NCAA Tourney.
2023-03-1629 min
The Issues of SportsAre the Mahomes-Brady Comparisons Premature?This podcast is dedicated to the loving memory of my mother Phyllis Ann Makovsky, who left us Thursday 2/16/23 at age 80 after a brave fight with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. I love you. You will be missed.
With the 38-35 Chiefs win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII Patrick Mahomes is now a two-time Super Bowl Champion and two time Regular Season MVP. Brady has appeared in 10 Super Bowls and won seven. Is the fact we are already comparing Mahomes to Brady, who has had a torrid start to his career but is still light years behind Brady's...
2023-02-2019 min
The Issues of SportsWhat Constitutes A Done Deal in MLB: The Carlos Correa SagaOn the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports" Carlos Correa is a member of the San Francisco Giants. No wait he's signed with the New York Mets. Not true he's returning after all to be a member of the Minnesota Twins. What the hell is going on? He failed two physicals but passed another all under different contract terms. Whether arthritis in his once injured ankle down the road will rear its head or not, why is Mets owner Steve Cohen telling The New York Post that the Correa signing "puts us over the top" before the deal...
2023-01-1434 min
The Issues of SportsThe Issues of Russell Wilson & the BroncosThe last episode of "The Issues of Sports" in 2022 examines the NFL's Denver Broncos and the 2nd Highest Paid QB in the league at approx $49 million per year Russell Wilson. Wilson, likely still headed for Pro Football Hall of Fame, who they contracted last offseason has STUNK OUT LOUD since becoming a Bronco. The team's play has led to Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett being terminated in year one and Wilson's expensive future is in doubt. Since taking over Broncos interim HC Jerry Rosburg has let go their Special Teams and Offensive Line coaches. Rudy"Rude Dog" Reyes and m...
2022-12-3134 min
The Issues of SportsGrant Wahl Murdered? Brittney Griner Returns HomeIn the latest episode of "The Issues of Sports" Evan "E-Mak" Makovsky and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes look closer at the tragic death of Grant Wahl at the World Cup in Qatar collapsing in the pressbox dying at age 48. Grant's brother has asserted that his brother did not die of natural causes. And we break down the Brittney Griner for Viktor Bout prisoner swap and the moving parts there.
2022-12-1128 min
The Issues of SportsJeff Saturday Outrage Over the Colts Naming Him Interim Head Coach & His Lack of ExperienceThe Colts have named Jeff Saturday Head Coach with no football coaching experience besides high school where he was barely above .500. E-Mak & Rude Dog dissect the #dissent and does Saturday shoulder some of the blame for accepting the job. Listen on your favorite platform, please follow, and tell your friends...
2022-11-1225 min
The Issues of SportsComparing the CMC Trade to the 49ers to Other Similar Trades in NFL History for Star PlayersRunning Back Christian "CMC" McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the 49ers 2023 2nd, 3rd, 4th round picks and 2024's 5th round pick. Evan, who's unretiring the nickname "E-Mak" and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss this trade and compare it to other major trades in NFL history where a star player was traded away for multiple players and/or picks. Listen to how this trade stacks up historically!
2022-10-2337 min
The Issues of SportsComparing the CMC Trade to the 49ers to Other Similar Trades in NFL History for Star PlayersRunning Back Christian "CMC" McCaffrey was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the 49ers 2023 2nd, 3rd, 4th round picks and 2024's 5th round pick. Evan, who's unretiring the nickname "E-Mak" and Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss this trade and compare it to other major trades in NFL history where a star player was traded away for multiple players and/or picks. Listen to how this trade stacks up historically!
2022-10-2237 min
The Issues of SportsAlbert Pujols Legacy in 700 Club Heading to the Playoffs then RetirementWe examine Albert Pujols legacy as he's now in the "700 HR Club." Pujols came back to the Cardinals for his final season, which has turned out to be a good one. Pujols is taking the Cardinals to the playoffs and then retiring. We look back at his decision to leave the Cardinals. We also discuss whether Aaron Judge should be considered the all-time single season HR King as he chases 62. We know who's ahead of him--Barry Bonds, Mark McGwire, and Sammy Sosa.
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2022-10-0127 min
The Issues of SportsThe Popularity & $ Hold of Fantasy Football & Football Gambling on AmericansFantasy Football is ruling billions of people's lives. Americans are spending over 15B to play. It's not just fantasy, it's gambling, it's Survivor Pools, are multiple ways you can engage with football. Oh yeah, you can root for your team too.
2022-09-1828 min
The Issues of SportsSerena Williams Wins a Thrilling 2nd Round US Open Match in Her Last Dance. Sports Illustrated's Jon Wertheim Joins to DIscuss the ExcitementJon Wertheim joins Evan and Rudy to discuss Serena's magical win. Does she have a chance to win it all now? They also touch on the men's draw which is missing Novak Djokovic who was not not allowed to play in the US Open as he's unvaccinated.
2022-09-0115 min
The Issues of SportsIs 11 Games and a $5 Million Fine an Appropriate Punishment for Deshaun Watson?Evan goes over the decision and settlement. Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes thinks Deshaun Watson's suspension was light and reterates what he thinks it should be. The suspension is more in line with what Evan expected, and he explains why. Can Watson return to the player he was after his suspension? It's discussed. What should we expect in Week 13 when Watson returns as the Browns play in Houston to take on Watson's former team the Texans?
2022-08-2130 min
The Issues of SportsWhat to expect with the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's 6 game suspensionEvan and Guest Host Rudy "Rude Dog" Reyes discuss the factors surrounding the NFL's appeal of Deshaun Watson's six game suspension. They hit on why it was only six games, the Judge NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell appointed to hear the appeal, and both "Rude Dog" and Evan share how this will shake out.
2022-08-0725 min
The Issues of SportsHow to bring Brittney Griner back home from RussiaBrittney Griner is still detained in Russia allegedly for travelling with two marijuana cartridges. How to end her ongoing detention and bring her back home to the United States.
2022-06-2419 min
The Issues of SportsThe current controversies and happenings in tennis with guest ESPN Analyst Brad GilbertIn this episode of "The Issues of Sports" we examine the crazy time it is in the tennis world headlined by Wimbledon banning Russians and Belarusians. ESPN Tennis Analyst Brad Gilbert joins to unpack.
2022-05-3128 min
The Issues of SportsWimbledon Bans Russian and Belarusian Players; 60 Minutes Correspondent & Sports Illustrated Sr. Writer Jon Wertheim Joins to Discuss the ISSUE2:32 Jon Wertheim joins The Issues of Sports
2022-05-1625 min
The Issues of SportsBaseball Participation and Interest is Declining. What to do with Former MLB Player Jeff Frye of the 'Save The Game' InitiativeEvan opens "The Issues of Sports" pointing out some reasons he sees why baseball has fallen in popularity. Evan points out the NFL has blown past MLB not to be caught, and that the NBA has more star power. Evan discusses the fact that an NBA star player has the ball more, or is at the center of play more than a MLB player, who while playing the field needs the ball hit to them, and cycles through batting order a few times a game. Baseball games don't have a clock, which can sometimes make for long games versus...
2022-04-2228 min
The Issues of SportsCoach K's Legacy with Former Duke Player Jay BilasEvan makes the subjective argument that Coach K is the second greatest coach all-time to John Wooden, and explains why citing his wins, NCAA titles, Olympic Gold Medals, players he's sent to the NBA, McDonald's All Americans he coached, and more. Jay Bilas joins the show (7:15) for a discussion sharing his opinion on multiple issues around Coach K, including his opinion of lists and rankings in general, if there is a higher "plane" coach in the Hall of Fame. Jay feels once you're there, you're there while Evan feels there are metrics that separate Hall of Famers such for ex...
2022-04-0636 min
The Issues of SportsBlack Head Coaches the NFL with Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Pres. Bob KendrickThe Pittsburgh Steelers & Mike Tomlin just hired Brian Flores as Defensive Assistant/Linebackers Coach as he presses on with his lawsuit against the NFL. Flores is suing the league, three franchises and unidentified individuals, alleging discrimination and racism in hiring practices. Among the complaints listed in the filing, Flores said he took part in two “sham” interviews as teams attempted to comply with the Rooney Rule, citing the Giants and Broncos. Flores was also fired by the Miami Dolphins this past offseason after back-to-back winning campaigns. While there is more to Flores’ lawsuit this podcast episode is not a breakd...
2022-02-2431 min
The Issues of SportsDeep Diving the Life of a Busy National & Local Play-By-Play Announcer with Ian EagleWith Vin Scully retiring a few years ago, and Marv Albert retiring last year after the NBA season, there is a changing of the guard, and one of the best in the business, Ian Eagle joins Bob and Evan to take us inside his life. Marv Albert almost three decades ago wrote "I'd Love To But I Have A Game". Well, now that is Ian Eagle. Currently "Birdman" is one of CBS's top announcers calling the NFL, and the NCAA Tournament. He also broadcasts the NBA nationally for Turner. But Ian worked his way up starting as a Producer...
2022-02-101h 02
The Issues of SportsMental Health & Sports with Former MLB Player Jim Eisenreich & Mental Health Sports Coach Mike WellingtonNaomi Osaka pulls out of the French Open citing Mental Health. Gymnast Simone Biles struggles with Mental Health issues during the Tokyo Olympics, even citing struggles executing part of her routine. Bob & Evan examine how mental health was once a taboo topic in sports, but no longer. Former Major League Baseball player Jim Eisenreich joins "The Issues of Sports" to discuss playing baseball with Tourette's Syndrome. Jim says Tourette and Tourette's both work referring to his condition. Jim had to take a three-year break during the mid 80's because of his Tourette's. Jim shares his struggles even going inside...
2022-02-091h 49
The Issues of SportsRunning a Pro Sports Communications Department with LA Rams Vice President of Communications Artis TwymanEvan and Bob discuss all various aspects present moment of running a communications department. Rams Head PR man Artis Twyman joins the podcast to discuss all the responsibilities from handling the media, to player interviews, to all aspects of social media that is in demand in 2022. Artis also describes how he see his job function as Head of Comms for the Rams in Los Angeles, the #2 market in the country. He articulates how much the business has changed with technology during his twenty plus years working in the NFL. He explains how he trains players how to answer questions...
2022-02-0629 min
The Issues of SportsWomen Breaking Ground in the World of Sports with Guest Sarah Thomas, the First Female Full Time NFL OfficialThis episode shines a spotlight on women breaking ground in the world of sports. With the NBA having five female officials, Kim Ng named Miami Marlins GM, and most recently the New York Yankees naming Rachel Balkovec as the manager of one of their minor league affiliates — making her the first woman to break into the managerial ranks at that level, women are making beautiful waves in the sports world. Joining Evan and Bob is NFL official Sarah Thomas. She is the first female CFB official in history, the first full time female NFL official, the first female offical to...
2022-02-0635 min
The Issues of SportsBob Costas Pilot EpisodeBefore this podcast was narrowed down to one issue per episode Bob Costas joined as a guest for the "The Issues of Sports" Pilot. Bob comments on the passings of Larry King, Henry Aaron, Covid & Sports, too many regular season games, and much more..Costas has great stories on both Larry King (funny) and Henry Aaron, and all the racism he faced breaking Babe Ruth's all-time HR record. Enjoy!
2022-02-0545 min