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Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWalking in Memphis. The other city in TennesseeThis week on the Take we talk about whether or not Memphis gets the respect it deserves. Does it have competition from Nashville, what does the emergence of the Grizzlies mean and should this city known for Blues and R & B try and focus on sports?
2024-05-0315 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeChristy’s Episode TakeoverWhile Jacob is in Italy join Christy as she breaks down new head coaches, the transfer portal, Nate Oats accidental shove, the NFL playoffs, and the NFL draft
2024-01-1915 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNBA News, March Madness and Alabama is an everything schoolMichael Jordan is planning on selling the Hornets, Alabama basketball is losing coaches, Cam Newton thinks he should be back in the NFL, Adam Thielen thinks that the Panthers can win the Super Bowl, Ja Morant is back from his suspension but did he learn anything, Alabama freshman Tony Mitchell was arrested and suspended from the team, what should we expect for the Sweet 16, and we revisit Ja Morant’s comments with only 2 weeks of the regular season left.
2023-03-2430 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeMarch Sadness, Adam Thielen is a Panther and Sweet 16 approachesJonah Williams has requested a trade, Adam Thielen has signed with the Panthers, 3 SEC Teams are on to the sweet 16, how should we grade free agency in the South so far, Alabama A Day is approaching and March Madness is March sadness for some fans.
2023-03-2134 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeMadness in March in the SouthJa Morant got suspended but the timing seems soft, NFL Free Agency is all over the place, March Madness is here and takes over priority, Ezekiel Elliot got released but will someone claim him, Can these moves make our Southern teams contenders, Aaron Rodgers is now a Jet, and can the Saints make a run to the playoffs or will I be sad again,
2023-03-1735 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNFL Free Agency Frenzy to March Madness ManiaCarolina Panthers now have the first pick but what did it cost, Johnnu Smith is now a Falcon, Alabama is the SEC tournament champions, NFL free agency is off to a wild start, Ole Miss hired Chris Beard after the controversy, and our small market cities in the South are getting a chance to host games in the NCAA tournament!
2023-03-1426 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNFL Quarterbacks paid, March Madness in the MidstLamar Jackson got franchise tagged, Danny Dimes is now Daniel Dollars, The Buccaneers keep releasing players, are quarterbacks going to keep getting big deals, Selection Sunday for March Madness is approaching, the Colorado police are investigating Ja Morant, are SEC quarterbacks getting more hype than Bryce Young and why, and which team is a sleeper in the SEC tournament?
2023-03-1032 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball in March and Memphis ImplosionJackson Mahomes did some cringe stuff again, the NFL combine is in the books, Nick Saban is mad about the proposed schedule for the SEC, Rara Thomas got his charges dropped, the Grizzlies are imploding, and how do I feel about Derek Carr to the Saints?
2023-03-0735 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeMarch’s Southern Small Market Basketball Focus and Todd McShay questionsLamelo Ball is out with a fractured ankle, Tennessee lost their best basketball player to a torn ACL, Alabama has a new linebackers coach and bringing back a familiar face, Should GMs really be nervous about Bryce Young’s height? Georgia just can’t stay out of the news, Alabama basketball is SEC Champs, and can the Grizzlies grow up?
2023-03-0332 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFebruary Fantasy to March MadnessQuin Snyder has agreed to become the new coach of the Atlanta Hawks, the Chicago Bears at looking to trade the fast overall pick, the NFL combine starts and what should we expect, Charlotte is on a 4 game win streak, SEC basketball looks a little interesting as we approach March and what should we expect for March Madness?
2023-02-2825 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Sports News Front and CenterNate McMillan is out as head coach of the Hawks, Willie Taggert is going to the NFL, Alabama lost a new defensive coach, Georgia is in the news again, how will this second half of the NBA season look for our small market teams, Brandon Miller was involved in the Darius Miles situation and how will the Titans respond after the release of Taylor Lewan?
2023-02-2432 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake’s Take Mardi Gras EpisodeIt’s time for Fat Tuesday, The XFL has begun but can it fill the void of the NFL, was the All Star game as good as expected, what’s this talk about the Colts trading up for Bryce, Joe Mazulla is now the new head coach for the Celtics, where did Mardi Gras begin and is there anything scarier than Alabama basketball after a loss?
2023-02-2135 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeAll Star Break and XFL ReturnTodd Monken is back in the NFL and has been replaced with Mike Bobo, Alabama basketball is no longer undefeated in SEC play how will this effect them, Charlotte is rolling with wins, how necessary is the All Star Break for and how well this new version of the XFL work out?
2023-02-1735 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeTuesday News Stories: Chiefs Win Bright Future for the EaglesIt’s a show dedicated to the Super Bowl and NFL news, how does this Super Bowl rank in recent years? Alabama fans are still proud of Jalen, did one play call ruin the rest of the game and what should we expect for the Eagles for next year?
2023-02-1439 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeTRADE DEADLINE, OBSESSION WITH
SECOND-ROUND PICKS & ONE LAST GAMEThe Big Game is coming up, Kyrie Irving tried to break the NBA with a trade and KD said hold my beer, Derek Carr is visiting the Saints, how do all these trades affect the small market Southern teams and is Roger Goodell out here really thinking that officiating is at a high level?
2023-02-1039 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWild Card Wild Weekend RecapPete Golding is out as DC at Alabama, Wild Card Weekend has lived up to its name, Can anyone stop the Memphis Grizzlies on their win streak, Are Florida teams going to be a big focus on our show in the future, and we break down an emotional weekend in college sports news.
2023-01-1733 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWild Card Wild Weekend, Memphis Dominance and Georgia ChampionsNFL Playoffs are here so what should we expect on Wild Wild Card Weekend, Georgia won the national championship but they’re not the new Alabama, Atlanta might host a playoff game but not for the Falcons, Are the Grizzlies better with or without Ja Morant, and can someone please help CJ McCollum
2023-01-1333 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSmall Market Football Offseason WelcomeIts the end of football season for our small market teams, the South had some pretty big wins in basketball, Alabama beat Kentucky at home and every Florida team made the playoffs.
2023-01-1031 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeThe Start of Something New: Stories for 2023’s StartChris Beard is out as the head coach at Texas, Jimbo Fisher is in the news again but not for the good reason, We provide an update on Damar Hamlin, Zion is out and what does it mean for the Pels and can TCU pull off an upset?
2023-01-0634 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNew Year Same College Football ExcitementCollege football had a nice curtain call for the end of the year, Alabama didn’t let Bourbon Street derail them, It’s David and Goliath in the championship game, Jim Harbaugh is in contact with the Broncos, the Panthers and Saints almost made the playoffs and Tulane had one of the best comebacks of all time.
2023-01-0330 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSports Surprise Stories for The New YearJJ Watt is retiring, Derek Carr got benched, We remember Pelé, Kentucky basketball is struggling and so many of our small market teams aren’t looking too good.
2022-12-3039 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeMemphis and Charlotte Check in plus Broncos firingNathaniel Hackett is out, the Saints or the Panthers might make the playoffs, the Hornets won a game, Chris Beard has a new story and the Grizzlies look off. We cover it and more!
2022-12-2734 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWinter Recap in The SouthJust because there’s no regular season CFB doesn’t mean we’re slowing down. There’s a shakeup with the Atlanta Hawks front office, Early Signing Day Period is here how did our SEC teams do, TCU got another former Alabama player, and are the Memphis Grizzlies ok?
2022-12-2333 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeHoliday Thoughts: Crazy NFL Games, TCU for Transfers, South status for PlayoffsTCU is looking like the transfer destination, this past weekend of the NFL games were one for the books, the NFC South is still in the hunt for the playoffs and why are people asking for Alabama to stop playing games in Birmingham?
2022-12-2027 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Focal: Remembering Mike Leach, Basketball Struggles and Atlanta’s New QBWe remember Mike Leach, What is going on with our small market basketball teams, did Atlanta really choose now to start a new quarterback and we shed some light on social action.
2022-12-1629 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeTuesday Thoughts: Basketball, Playoff Football and Transfer PortalPanthers are in the playoff hunt, Alabama is in the top 5 in basketball, Pelicans are on top in the west, the transfer portal is growing and Texas basketball is in hot water.
2022-12-1332 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeCFB Set and Transfer Portal GrowsThe playoff teams for CFB are set, The Panthers are releasing Baker Mayfield, we break down some quarterback injuries and the transfer portal is live for all you viewers.
2022-12-0631 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakePlayoff Expansion, Small Market Sports, New Coach and the South is good at basketballThe playoff is expanding, Hugh Freeze is officially the head coach of Auburn, We take a deep look at our small market teams and should the South be better at basketball than they are at football? And check out Donn on The Rocks on Spotify and Apple Podcast to support a friend of the show.
2022-12-0233 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeThe Return of the Take: News For YouWe are back from vacation and there is so much to cover. Auburn has a new coach, Alabama is an everything school, Texas A&M might have done good for Alabama and the South is now known for basketball.
2022-11-2934 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeShockers in the Small Market with CharlotteCharlotte is back on this new episode, Jimbo has become famous at Texas A&M but not for what anyone expected, Is Steve Wilks the answer at coach for the Panthers, The Pels win with an important role player honoring his school during a tough time and I share my love for Alabama’s defensive lineman.
2022-11-1835 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNFC South Shambles and does Lane Kiffin become Auburn’s CoachOur NFL Small Market Teams aren’t looking too hot, Alabama is back on track with a win, We send our thoughts to Virginia and Auburn should not hire Lane as theI next coach
2022-11-1532 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Check In: Can Our Teams ReboundAuburn has a new AD, Paul Finebaum thinks Alabama’s dynasty is over, we focus on soccer, and can our small market teams win when it matters? All this is answered on our Friday episode.
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2022-11-1133 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeStruggles in the Small MarketAlabama lost, our NFL and NBA teams lost, Tennessee ran out of magic, can they overcome the struggles and why isn’t anyone really talking about Clemson’s loss? We try and cover the struggles of our favorite Southern Teams.
2022-11-0836 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Focal Point: The SEC Divisions Might Be Determined and there are so many Tennessee FansThe SEC East and West are on the line this weekend, Calvin Ridley got traded but won’t play at all, The Pels lost another overtime game but the future is bright, and where did all these Tennessee fans come from?
2022-11-0433 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeTuesday Topic Target: Auburn Coach firing, Florida Dismissal, Atlanta Win & New Orleans DominationBrian Harsin has been fired at Auburn, a key Florida player was dismissed from the team, Atlanta is leading the NFC South, the Pels and Saints both won on Sunday and ESPN is celebrating the Lakers winning a game like it’s the Nobel Prize.
2022-11-0126 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Focus: Pelicans Basketball, Jimbo Struggles, Tennessee Halloween UniformsCan Kentucky upset Tennessee in this upcoming game, The Pelicans won without three of their best players so the sky is the limit for them and what happened to Jimbo and is he on his way out.
2022-10-2832 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeAll Aboard the Small Market Sports BandwagonIn this episode we discuss how the Panthers won without Christian McCaffrey, the NBA teams in the South are all 2-1, and how Alabama pulled out Eli Ricks to spark the defense. If you want to be a fan of teams in the South now is your chance.
2022-10-2534 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeOpening Week Basketball Mid Season Football DiscussionBasketball is underway while football is at the midseason. How hyped are Pelicans fans, What is it with this story about Jermaine Burton, and can Alabama get back on track with their game against Mississippi State
2022-10-2129 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake’s Take NBA Preview SpecialIn this Wednesday special we welcome the start of the NBA and do a deep dive on each of our Southern small market teams.
2022-10-1917 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeChaos in the Small MarketAlabama suffers it’s loss but this is a familiar narrative, Carolina Panthers are rebuilding and Robbie Anderson is the first to go, NBA starts so be sure to check out our small market teams from the South. There’s so much to cover and such a short period to do so
2022-10-1827 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeThird Saturday Top Ten ShowdownThe Pels are coming to Birmingham, What is Bryce Young’s status against Tennessee, What should Alabama’s game plan against Tennessee be and why is the game called the 3rd Saturday in October?
2022-10-1428 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball, Fumbles, Firings and Falcons Misfortune.Matt Rhule is out as the coach of the Panthers, The Falcons got screwed out a comeback win, Alabama couldn’t hold onto the ball but got a win and Jacob and Christy are nervous about the Tennessee game. Football in the South is not slowing down.
2022-10-1135 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Funday Alabama Texas A&M: The SequelWe follow up our summer episode with Alabama vs Texas A&M on Saturday. How much revenge does Alabama want? Should Jimbo be bought out? Will Bryce Young play on Saturday?Get your popcorn ready for all this and more!
2022-10-0725 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeOctober Scary Football ThoughtsSpooky season is here so which games gave us a scare, how did our small market teams perform in the NFL, How should we handle the Dolphins decision to let Tua play and what does Bryce Young’s injury mean for Alabama moving forward?
2022-10-0433 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Football FanfareGeorgia is mortal? Alabama has chemistry and our small market teams went 3-1. What is expected for our South teams this week?
2022-09-3027 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeBasketball Football 2 for 1 SpecialIt might be football season but basketball news is upon us. Are the Utah Jazz rebuilding, what does Ime Udoka’s suspension mean for the Celtics, Will our small market teams win a game in the NFL and which SEC game are we most excited for?
2022-09-2321 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball Fanatics Focus Party of 2We welcome our new co host! Our small market NFL teams struggled and we have another fired coach. How do our SEC teams and look and should Mike Evans be suspended for longer?
2022-09-2040 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWeek 3 College Football Over and Under reactionsScott Frost is out of here, should Jimbo be on the hot seat, What SEC East team is looking scary and which teams deserve to be ranked?
2022-09-1621 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball for Fanatics, The Craziness BeginsOn the 3rd season premiere we break down the crazy second week of college football and the first week of the NFL season. Spoiler alert the Cowboys are not back this year.
2022-09-1320 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFall in the South with a Focus on FootballWe prepare for week 2 for CFB, what can we expect from the SEC and how will our favorite small market teams look in week 1 of the NFL Season
2022-09-0924 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeCollege Football SEC Focus Week 1How did our small market college football teams do, what are my thoughts about the expansion for the playoff, is Stetson Bennett still the answer for UGA and which SEC had the most impressive win in week 1.
2022-09-0618 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeGridiron Rush TakeoverWe have our first guest on the show! Rebecca and I break down our love for college football and what ignited our passion. Be sure to check out @gridiron_rush19 and gridironrush.com for blogs about college football!
2022-09-0238 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball and Sports Focus for YouIt’s been a crazy few days in the sports world with shooting, a rookie released and Desmond Howard choosing Texas A&M to win the national championship. Football is back and so it’s time for us to cover it
2022-08-3019 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNick Saban: Agent of Alabama FootballNick Saban isn't going anywhere college football fans. What does his extension mean for college football more specifically the SEC and how does it impact the city of Tuscaloosa. Tune in to see what Saban's eight-year extension will mean for the rest of college football.
2022-08-2620 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeAtlanta Altering Affair: The Braves FocusThe Braves are making moves but there is one move that needs a bigger focus. Jacob tries his best to cover baseball and also provides a focus on what the return of football means for America's past time and is there any news in regards to our favorite small market NFL teams.
2022-08-2321 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeLouisiana Laissez Faire Let’s GoHow will LSU handle the surprise retirement of Myles Brennan, what does Jameis’ injury mean for the Saints and let’s prepare for the Pels coming to Birmingham on this Louisiana based episode.
2022-08-1919 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball in the South Front and CenterIs there a team in the SEC on the rise, is there a team outside the SEC who might have a shot at winning it all, how will Clemson look without Venables and Elliott coaching and what should we look for in the preseason games? Jacob dives into all of this on this week's episode.
2022-08-1618 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNFC South NotebookNFL Season is approaching so lets switch focus to the NFC South. Which team has a coach on the hot seat, who will win the division, should the city of Charlotte start paying Jacob every time he talks about them, and which new head coach should we be keeping our eye on?
2022-08-1225 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFootball Storyline PreviewHow will UAB handle the sudden departure of Bill Clark, How will Tennessee look in year 2 under Huepel and let’s check in on Kirby Smart after Nick Saban flipped more Georgia players.
2022-08-0929 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSports Heroes and Legends: A Deep DiveWe remember Bill Russell and Vin Scully but also focus on what they meant for future generations. How did these legends status go further than sports and Jacob also breaks down a local sports legend and what his absence means in the small market.
2022-08-0522 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeDeshaun Watson DiagnosisThe Deshaun Watson verdict is out and how does Jacob feel about this situation, were our small market team interested in Watson before and what does this suspension mean in relation to other suspensions in the league?
2022-08-0223 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSoccer in the South, Can it work?Soccer has slowly been on the rise. Do more cities in the South deserve a soccer team? Will the World Cup be a positive for Atlanta and was it worth waiting so many years for soccer to come to the South? Jacob is back and ready to break it down!
2022-07-2922 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNashville: The Athens of the South Small MarketWe finally highlight Nashville! Why did Jacob wait so long, is this city going to get their championship one day, and how does hockey and soccer fit in the South? Check out the Take to find out!
2022-07-2624 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSEC Summer ShowtimeIn honor of the 26th episode of the 2nd season why not make it about the SEC. Can Georgia repeat as champions, will Alabama complete a revenge tour and how does Nick Saban feel about NIL? Tune into this episode to learn it all!
2022-07-2224 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSouthern Small Market Offseason Check InBecause it's the offseason is there any news going on? How did Birmingham do as host of the World Games? Jacob breaks down this news and more in this Tuesday episode of the Take!
2022-07-1920 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNew Orleans Off-season in a NutshellThe Saints have a quiet off-season, Zion is back in NOLA and Jacob breaks down why the Pels should withdraw from the Durant sweepstakes.
2022-07-1518 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeThe Crazy Carousel of Charlotte SportsCharlotte is back on Jake’s Take! This week Jacob breaks down the return of Steve Clifford, Miles Bridges pending free agency and the newest quarterback for the Panthers.
2022-07-1219 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeBirmingham: Alabama’s Small Market Champion and World Game HostWe have our first Birmingham centered episode! In honor of the World Games Jacob dives into how Birmingham got the opportunity to host, the Stallions being crowned champions of the USFL and if pro sports should come to the Magic City. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss!
2022-07-0717 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeAtlanta's Crazy WeekIts time for another Atlanta based episode! What is going on with Freddie Freeman, Did the Hawks trade away too much for Dejounte Murray and should Blooper play linebacker for the Falcons? All this and more on this week's episode.
2022-07-0516 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSouthern Small Market vs the NBA DraftHow did our small market teams do? Did they shock anyone? Jacob dives into these questions on this Tuesday episode of the Take.
2022-06-2819 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeIts Been One Week and the Sports World didn't missAfter Jacob decided to take a vacation the sporting world didn't miss a beat. Why did Kenny Atkinson say no to Charlotte, How can Golden State win again, and will the Atlanta Braves have another win streak? All this and more on this Takeover Tuesday.
2022-06-2119 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeCharlotte Culture Coaching Change?Is Kenny Atkinson the guy for Charlotte? Will this team make the playoffs? How will this hire look and can Kenny redeem himself after his Brooklyn hiring? All this and more on this episode of Jake's Take!
2022-06-1422 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeEasy As One Two Game 3This Friday episode we break down the emergence of Jaylen Brown, Klay Thompson outgrowing his slump, Steph’s injury and if Draymond can stay out of foul trouble.
2022-06-1017 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNBA Tuesday Newsday BreakdownWhat will Utah do after the surprising departure of Quin Snyder, Will Jayson Tatum get help for Game 3 and is Al Horford due for another 26 point game on Wednesday? All this and more broken down on this Tuesday episode of the Take!
2022-06-0718 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeNBA The Finals CountdownThe Splash Brothers are still surging, Ime Udoka leads the Celtics to the finals in his first year, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are ready to lead the team to a win and both teams are ready for an exciting finals. Jacob highlights all the background of this finals matchup on this Friday episode of the Take.
2022-06-0323 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeIs it Boom or Bust for the Saints?Should they have drafted Jameson Williams, is Dennis Allen the answer and does this team have a shot at the Super Bowl? Jacob dives into the questions and expectations for his hometown team New Orleans Saints this upcoming season.
2022-05-3118 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWhat if the 2018-19 Duke Basketball Team didnt come up shortOn this edition of What If Jacob breaks down the Duke Blue Devils from 2018. What if Zion didn't get hurt? What if Cam Reddish stepped up? What if Marvin Bagley came back? Jacob breaks down all these potential questions on this episode of the Take.
2022-05-2720 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeCharlotte Culture CommemorationOn this episode of Jake’s Take Jacob dives into how the teams in Charlotte are on the rise but might need a culture check.
2022-05-2420 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeCharlotte Culture Commemoration TrailerCheck out this sneak preview of the Tuesday episode of Jake’s Small Market Sports Take. Grab that Carolina BBQ and take a listen
2022-05-2300 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeFriday Funday! Nick Saban or Jimbo FisherOn this Friday episode of the Take Jacob breaks down the past 48 hours of Nick Saban's comments about Jimbo Fisher securing the number 1 recruiting class in a bit of an interesting way.
2022-05-2016 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeWalking in Memphis TrailerYour favorite host from Mobile hopes this quote gets you a better understanding of small market sports and the impact they need
2022-05-1900 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWalking in Memphis: Revisting our Number 2 seedThis week Jacob dives into a successful season by Memphis, how the future is bright for this team and how as a small market team going far in the playoffs means more than people realize.
2022-05-1616 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeWhat if Alabama won the 2016 CFB National ChampionshipOn this Friday episode Jacob dives into a question Alabama fans know too well. Would a 2016 championship change Alabama’s dynasty?
2022-05-1318 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeBrandon Ingram: The King of KinstonIn a new series of Jake's Take. Jacob discusses how All Star and New Orleans Pelican Forward Brandon Ingram remembers his roots and how Kinston NC got him to be one of the best young stars in the NBA.
2022-05-1016 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeHey Look Yall We Made It!2 of our Southern Teams are eliminated but we shouldnt worry the future is bright, Jacob dives into how the Hawks and the Pelicans can grow and improve from their recent trips to the playoffs.
2022-05-0618 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSouthern College Sports > Southern Professional Sports?This week we dive into college sports in the South and how it can be viewed on a tier to professional sports. We also discuss the dominance of the SEC, trends for Southern college sports and does this mean anything for the rise of small market sports.
2022-05-0317 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Bonus Episode Playoff EditionLets have some fun and talk about the NBA playoffs and how the Southern teams are making their case known.
2022-04-2215 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeAtlanta Small Market or NoWe dive into Atlanta going back to championship form, what exactly are the Falcons doing and is Atlanta considered a small market city like all the other Southern sports cities?
2022-04-1918 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeHES BACKAfter a 2 Year Hiatus Jacob is back and ready to dive back into sports and all the news. We discuss the importance of sports, how sports can create connections and what the new and improved Take will focus on.
2022-04-0912 min
Jake’s Small Market Sports TakeSmall Market New Orleans is here to lose that label.On this episode Jacob highlights the rise of the Pelicans, how Willie Green has been a great hire for the team and how much the team has accomplished. He also details how the small Market Pelicans are on the rise, what is really going on with Zion and what the group Pels 12 means.
2022-04-0818 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 9With 2 Months of Quarantine in the books we shift our focus to news in sports focusing on players and what occurred in regards to NFL players this past Saturday. We dive into the final episode of the Last Dance, This past Saturday where four NFL players were arrested, another instance of the transfer portal and facilities reopening. Once again thank you to Hall and Oates, Shawn Mendes and Khalid for the music for transitions.
2020-05-2028 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 8This week we discuss Earl Thomas, Julian Edelman helping out Holocaust survivors, The Bundesliga return, Tom Brady and Drew Brees going head to head in their division and the second to last episode of The Last Dance.
2020-05-1229 min2020-05-1100 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 7On this week’s episode, we dive into The US Women’s National Team fight for equal pay, Bashaud Breeland, Alex Smith’s story after his leg injury, Andy Dalton moving on to a new team, Remembering Don Shula and the 1992 Dream Team episode of “The Last Dance”.
2020-05-0636 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 6As we continue to quarantine there is still more sports news occurring and we are still staying positive for the future of sports. With the NFL draft in the books, we were able to experience a sporting event even if it was not in person. On Episode 6 of Jake’s Take, I dive into the NFL draft, Gronk’s return, and the Dennis Rodman and Phil Jackson episode of “The Last Dance”. Originally Published on Soundcloud.
2020-04-2933 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 5This week we discuss how COVID has affected one NBA player, the newest highest paid running back in the NFL, the first two confirmed cases of COVID 19 in the NFL and a surprise segment that came out just at a time we needed it most.
2020-04-2231 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 4One month into quarantine and I want to continue to provide this podcast as an outlet for positivity and news. This week I focus on NFL Free Agency, the Atlanta Falcons new uniforms and how one former Alabama football star is adapting his business model for COVID 19.
2020-04-1526 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 3We turn to a more positive side of isolation and focus on a legendary player, a Hometown Hero who is still very new to the town and a quick update on NFL free agency. Originally published on Soundcloud
2020-04-0724 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 2On this week's episode of Jake's Take I tackle Corona and the latest sports postponement and how one NFL QB is taking action. Episode originally published on Soundcloud.
2020-03-3123 minJake’s Small Market Sports TakeJake's Take Episode 1First podcast episode in Jake's Take. Republished on Anchor and Spotify
2020-03-2403 min