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Straight Facts Homie!The NCAA Has Lost Control — This Is How You Save College FootballCollege football is more chaotic than ever — coaches leaving mid-season, players entering the portal during bowl prep, NIL bidding wars, fractured schedules, and no unified leadership. In this episode, Trey Wingo and Breiden Fehoko dive head-first into the biggest question facing the sport: Can college football actually be fixed?Fehoko brings an invaluable perspective as a former LSU standout who played in the pre-NIL era and has watched the sport transform into a decentralized, free-agency-driven ecosystem. He and Trey diagnose the root issue: there is no commissioner, no true authority, and no calendar structure. The result is a w...
2025-12-2215 minStraight Facts Homie!Why the Rams and Seahawks Just Opened the Door for the 49ersThe NFC West race just took a sharp turn — and the San Francisco 49ers are suddenly right back in the middle of it.For weeks, the division felt like it was tilting toward the Rams. Momentum, balance, confidence — all of it pointed in their direction. The Seahawks were hanging on, surviving week to week, while San Francisco lingered in the background, waiting for the right moment. That moment may have just arrived.As Trey Wingo breaks down, this is what NFL seasons often come down to: timing, pressure, and who can handle chaos when it show...
2025-12-1915 minStraight Facts Homie!Justin Thomas on Winning, Losing, and the Reality of GreatnessJustin Thomas opens up like never before.In this full-length, wide-ranging conversation with Trey Wingo, two-time major champion Justin Thomas reflects honestly on winning at the highest level, losing confidence, battling expectations, and what it actually takes to stay elite in modern professional golf. From back surgery and rehab, to Ryder Cup pressure, to the mental grind of going years without a win, this is the most candid Justin Thomas interview you’ll see.Thomas walks through the physical and emotional toll of dealing with a herniated disc and back surgery, explaining how the injury showed up in his sw...
2025-12-1854 minStraight Facts Homie!Why Lane Kiffin Has to Win Immediately at LSULane Kiffin to LSU isn’t just another coaching hire — it’s one of the most pressure-packed, culture-defining moves college football has seen in years. In this episode, Trey Wingo sits down with former LSU star Breiden Fehoko to unpack every layer of what this means for the Tigers, the SEC, and the national landscape.Fehoko, who lived the LSU pressure cooker during the iconic 2019 national title run, lays out exactly why Kiffin has to win immediately. LSU isn’t a rebuild job. It’s a Ferrari that needs a championship driver. The money, the donors, the recruiting infrastructure, and the br...
2025-12-1711 minStraight Facts Homie!The Dolphins Are Benching Tua — Here’s What Comes NextThe Miami Dolphins are officially at a crossroads — and for the first time, the organization is openly acknowledging it.Reports that the Dolphins are “open” to benching Tua Tagovailoa aren’t just about one quarterback or one bad stretch. This is about organizational direction, ownership patience, and what comes next for a franchise that believed it was ready to contend.In this episode, Trey Wingo breaks down what’s really happening behind the scenes in Miami — starting at the top with Stephen Ross, moving through head coach Mike McDaniel, and landing squarely on the future of Tua Tagovai...
2025-12-1710 minStraight Facts Homie!The Chiefs’ Season Is Over — History Says This Isn’t the EndThe Kansas City Chiefs’ season is officially over — but history tells us this is not where the story ends.After more than a decade of dominance, Kansas City has missed the playoffs for the first time since the Patrick Mahomes era began. A brutal loss to the Chargers closed the door on any postseason hopes, and the bigger blow came moments later: Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL on the final drive of the game and is done for the year. The dynasty pause is real. The question now is what comes next.In this...
2025-12-1617 min
Straight Facts Homie!Joe Burrow’s Message Was Clear — Fix This or I’m GoneJoe Burrow sent the entire NFL world into a frenzy with a press conference that sounded less like a franchise quarterback speaking after a tough loss and more like a superstar questioning his future. In this episode, Trey Wingo sits down with former LSU and NFL defensive tackle Breiden Fehoko to unpack exactly what Burrow meant, why his comments hit harder than people realize, and whether we’re actually approaching a moment where the Bengals might have to think the unthinkable: a future without Joe Burrow.Fehoko — who spent years around Burrow during LSU’s legend...
2025-12-1113 min
Straight Facts Homie!Brooks Koepka Might Be the Domino That Ends LIV GolfBrooks Koepka may be the first major domino to fall for LIV Golf, and the implications run far deeper than one player changing tours. In this episode, Trey Wingo breaks down why the rumors around Koepka potentially leaving LIV and returning to the PGA Tour in 2026 represent a seismic shift in professional golf and why this moment may be remembered as the beginning of the end for LIV as a relevant force in the sport.Reports suggest Brooks Koepka might not play a single LIV Golf event in 2026 as he attempts to reset his status and reestablish...
2025-12-1118 min
Straight Facts Homie!Justin Herbert’s Gutsiest Game Ever Proves Who He Really IsJustin Herbert delivered one of the toughest, grittiest performances we’ve seen from any quarterback this season — and Trey Wingo is here to break down why Monday night changed everything about the conversation around him. Playing with a broken left hand, behind one of the most depleted offensive lines in football, Herbert refused to let the Chargers lose in a wild overtime win against the Philadelphia Eagles. This wasn’t a stat game. It wasn’t clean. It wasn’t pretty. It was pure toughness and competitive fire — the kind of performance you only get from someone who is absolutely a...
2025-12-1015 min
Straight Facts Homie!The Colts Just Signed Philip Rivers — This Is Absolute DesperationPhilip Rivers is back in the NFL. Yes, you read that right. At 44 years old, with 10 children, one grandchild, and five full years removed from taking his last NFL snap, the longtime Chargers and Colts quarterback has officially been signed to the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad. Trey Wingo breaks down how we got here, why the Colts are in absolute desperation mode, and why this might be one of the wildest quarterback stories the league has seen in decades. The Colts started the season 8–2 and looked like one of the AFC’s biggest surprises. Since then, everything has fallen apart...
2025-12-1011 min
Straight Facts Homie!Kevin Kisner Didn’t Hold Back — The Truth About Golf, TV, and Tiger WoodsKevin Kisner joins Trey Wingo for his most unfiltered interview yet — a deep dive into the future of golf, Tiger Woods’ legacy, the LIV–PGA divide, the reality of golf broadcasting, and the truth about today’s Tour players from someone who’s lived it. Kisner breaks down how NBC approached him out of nowhere to jump into the broadcast booth, why he literally laughed at the idea, what it felt like stepping into a chaotic production truck for the first time, and how he learned the rhythm and timing of live television. He explains the differ...
2025-12-0444 min
Straight Facts Homie!Why Lane Kiffin to LSU Is Bigger Than Anyone Realizes – David Pollack ExplainsLane Kiffin to LSU isn’t just another coaching move — it’s the biggest shockwave to hit college football in years. In this full conversation, Trey Wingo and David Pollack break down how Kiffin’s decision to leave Ole Miss in the middle of a College Football Playoff run exposes the broken system behind hiring cycles, NIL chaos, the transfer portal arms race, and the total lack of structure inside the NCAA. This episode goes deep on why Lane Kiffin chose LSU, what it means for Brian Kelly’s legacy, how LSU instantly becomes one of the mos...
2025-12-0124 min
Straight Facts Homie!How Mike Elko Turned Texas A&M Into a National Title ContenderTexas A&M football is experiencing one of the most dramatic and impressive program turnarounds in modern college football, and in this in-depth conversation, head coach Mike Elko joins Trey Wingo to explain exactly how it happened. In just two seasons, Elko has taken over a program that was directionless, inconsistent, and defined by chaos, and rebuilt it into a disciplined, connected, confident, undefeated national championship contender. This is the definitive deep dive into how Texas A&M went from underachieving potential to real national title aspirations under Mike Elko’s leadership. Elko walks through the true origins of hi...
2025-11-2439 min
Straight Facts Homie!How Tony Elliott Rebuilt Virginia Football After Unimaginable TragedyIn this deep and emotional full interview, Trey Wingo sits down with Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott to explore one of the most remarkable rebuilds in modern college football. Elliott opens up about the journey that transformed Virginia football from a program recovering from unimaginable tragedy into a confident, resilient ACC contender built on belief, culture, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to his players.This conversation goes far beyond game plans or Saturday strategy. Tony Elliott shares how losing his mother at age nine, the loss of former players at Clemson, and the devastating...
2025-11-2140 min
Straight Facts Homie!David Pollack on the CFP Race, Coaching Carousel, Heisman Chaos & the Future of College FootballThis week on Straight Facts Homie, Trey Wingo is joined by David Pollack to unpack the wildest college football landscape we have seen in years. They break down the current playoff picture, who is safely in, who still needs total chaos, and why names like Indiana, Vanderbilt, Texas Tech, Miami, BYU and Georgia Tech are suddenly part of the real conversation instead of punchlines.https://linktr.ee/straightfactshomie
2025-11-1833 min
Straight Facts Homie!The Number That Still Defines Tiger’s Legacy: 83Trey Wingo sits down with Notah Begay III for a smart, no-nonsense breakdown of what the 2025 PGA Tour season really meant in the post-LIV landscape, why Scottie Scheffler’s quiet dominance may define a new era, and how the Tour is trying to build an identity that can survive life after Tiger Woods. They dig into whether Tiger can still realistically chase win number 83, what venues might suit his body, how a potential move to the Champions Tour fits into his future, and why his mental approach remains his ultimate superpower. Begay also explains how th...
2025-11-1738 min
Straight Facts Homie!Texas Tech’s $7 Million Blueprint — and the NIL Philosophy Powering Their RiseTrey Wingo sits down with Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire to break down the real factors behind the Red Raiders’ resurgence — from data-driven roster building and transfer-portal strategy to culture, player development, and the evolution of college football’s economics.This episode is crafted for serious sports fans who want substance over noise, offering fact-based football insight, leadership philosophy, and transparent discussion around NIL, recruiting analytics, and program management.If you’re tired of the yelling and craving smarter football content — whether you follow the NFL, college football strategy, or the analyt...
2025-11-1437 min
Straight Facts Homie!Booger McFarland Breaks Down the State of FootballTrey Wingo sits down with former NFL player Booger McFarland for a no-nonsense deep dive into the NFL’s most chaotic storylines, from Dallas’s confused team-building and salary-cap misfires to the Jets’ long-term stockpiling strategy, and examines whether either franchise can actually execute a plan.Booger brings blunt, front-office-level detail on defensive line play, contract structures, quarterback evaluation, the reality of roster overreactions, and why the league has zero true superteams this season—plus sharp, candid college-football insight on LSU, the coaching market, and the coming QB draft classes.The two clos...
2025-11-0639 min
Straight Facts Homie!Ryan Fitzpatrick Breaks Down Why Today’s NFL Quarterbacks Are Better Than EverTrey Wingo and Ryan Fitzpatrick have a candid, insightful, and stats-driven discussion that goes far beyond the usual hot takes. The two break down the evolution of NFL quarterback play, from Tom Brady’s comments on modern QBs to what makes today’s stars like Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Jared Goff so special.Fitzpatrick offers a player’s perspective on offensive infrastructure, play-calling, and how confidence defines careers — with thoughtful commentary on Bo Nix, Drake Maye, and Tua Tagovailoa. The conversation also turns heartfelt as Ryan reflects on the life and legacy of his late...
2025-10-3140 min
Straight Facts Homie!Inside the NFL Front Office with Klutch Sports GM Steve Keim | How Trades & Power Moves HappenTrey Wingo sits down with former Cardinals GM and current Klutch Sports Group GM Steve Keim for a blunt, front-office masterclass on how injuries, contracts, and positional scarcity actually drive the modern NFL trade deadline—no hot takes, just tape and numbers.Keim breaks down why QB, pass rusher, and corner are impossible to replace midseason, what separates “buyers” from “sellers,” and why the right fit matters more than flashy moves. The two dig into the Cowboys’ Micah Parsons trade, Philly’s A.J. Brown–Jalen Hurts disconnect, and the hidden math behind in-season roster building. Keim a...
2025-10-2937 min
Straight Facts Homie!JJ Spaun Reveals What Really Happened with Keegan Bradley and the Ryder CupTrey Wingo sits down with breakout PGA Tour star J.J. Spaun to break down his incredible 2025 season — from his emotional U.S. Open win at Oakmont to the intensity of his first Ryder Cup appearance.In this deep, stat-driven conversation, JJ opens up about how he improved his putting, found consistency in ball striking, and mentally reset after setbacks to seize golf’s biggest moments.This isn’t hot takes or empty noise — it’s real insight for serious sports fans who crave data, composure, and competitive truth. Whether you love golf...
2025-10-2746 min
Straight Facts Homie!From Moscow to Tampa: How USF Coach Alex Golesh Built His American Dream Through FootballTrey Wingo sits down with USF head football coach Alex Golesh for a no-noise, data-driven deep dive into how a Russian immigrant who arrived with $400 engineered a playoff-caliber trajectory in Tampa.Golesh unpacks the Bulls’ 6–1 start, the Boise State breakthrough, the Florida high, and the Miami gut-check—plus why “right here, right now” fuels USF’s competitive edge.If you’re a serious football fan who values substance over shouting and wants real insight into culture, coaching, and the climb toward greatness, this episode delivers clarity, context, and straight facts—no fluff.
2025-10-2341 min
Straight Facts Homie!Daniel Jones on Failure, Growth, and the Second Act of His CareerTrey Wingo sits down with Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones for a grounded, insightful conversation about the road ahead. No shouting, no hot takes—just real football talk.Jones opens up about his expectations for the 2025 NFL season, how he’s approaching leadership in a new locker room, and the analytical adjustments shaping his game.If you’re a serious fan craving fact-based insight, QB strategy, and honest football analysis, this episode delivers substance over noise.
2025-10-1737 min
Straight Facts Homie!Johnson Wagner on Tiger Woods, the State of the PGA Tour, and Golf’s Next EraOn Straight Facts Homie, Trey Wingo sits down with Johnson Wagner (3-time PGA Tour winner; NBC/Golf Channel analyst famed for recreating iconic shots) for a smart, no-yell breakdown of golf’s biggest storylines—Tiger Woods’ latest back surgery and future, how Scheffler’s dominance compares to peak Tiger, Rory’s career Grand Slam, the PGA Tour vs. LIV landscape, and whether the PGA Championship should move back to August.Wagner proposes concrete fixes—field sizes, a stronger Korn Ferry Tour, OWGR realities—and takes you...
2025-10-1541 min
Straight Facts Homie!Straight Facts NFL Week 6: Patriots’ Rise, Cowboys’ Collapse, Chiefs Reload PLUS Tiger’s Future...Serious sports fans, this one’s for you: in this episode of Straight Facts, Homie, Trey Wingo delivers calm, data-driven analysis—no yelling, no hot takes—on the stories that actually matter. We break down Tiger Woods’ latest back surgery and what the numbers say about his legacy vs. today’s PGA Tour, then pivot to the NFL with evidence-based insights on the Patriots’ Vrabel-May blueprint, the Cowboys’ No. 1 offense vs. No. 32 defense dilemma (and the Micah Parsons fallout), and why the Chiefs’ offense looks poised to surge...
2025-10-131h 01
Straight Facts Homie!The Ryder Cup Was a Kick in the Nuts — And Golf Needs to Fix Itself | Colt Knost w/ Straight FactsSerious golf talk—no shouting, just data. Trey Wingo sits down with CBS analyst Colt Knost to dissect the Bethpage Black Ryder Cup: why Europe’s foursomes dominance and conversion rates decided the first two days, how the “envelope rule” should evolve into a true 13th-man substitution, whether Keegan Bradley deserves another shot as captain, and why Tiger Woods isn’t a cure-all. They also tackle PGA Tour scheduling (hello, Brian Rolapp), shrinking fields vs. underdog drama, and whether the Presidents Cup should be scrapped to give Team USA two full years to prepare. Plus: what LIV G...
2025-10-0746 min
Straight Facts Homie!Straight Facts NFL Week 5: Dak’s MVP Case, Eagles Exposed, Lions Rolling + LIV Golf’s Money ProblemSerious football and golf fans only. Trey Wingo breaks down Week 5 with data, not decibels, 1.Dak Prescott’s MVP-level start (73% completion, 4 TDs, 0 INTs vs. Jets) and why he’s carrying Dallas despite a bottom-tier defense2. How the Eagles’ first loss revealed season-long red flags—blown 17–3 lead, a stalling run game (Saquon Barkley down from 5.8 to 3.2 YPC), and corners getting picked on3. The Detroit Lions’ culture and scoring machine under Dan Campbell (37–24 over Bengals, Montgomery & Gibbs both score again, tying the Emmitt Smith–Moose Johnston duo mark) Then golf: LIV’s reported $1.1–$1...
2025-10-0643 min
Straight Facts Homie!LIGHTS OUT: Shawne Merriman Debunks ‘Soft NFL,’ Explains Strip-Sack Math & Calls Out MetLife TurfOn this episode of Straight Facts, Homie, Trey Wingo is joined by Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman to break down the Chargers’ hot start, their stunning collapse against a rookie QB, and how injuries on the offensive line exposed Justin Herbert.Merriman shares insider insight on Jim Harbaugh’s culture shift in LA, why authenticity matters in coaching, and what separates great pass rushers in today’s NFL. The two also dive into Patrick Mahomes’ unique ability to extend plays, the growing emphasis on strip sacks, and whether defenses are making a comeback across the league.
2025-10-0341 min
Straight Facts Homie!Why Team USA Keeps Losing the Ryder Cup | Trey Wingo x Mark RolfingSerious golf fans won’t want to miss this Ryder Cup breakdown. Trey Wingo sits down with longtime NBC/Golf Channel analyst Mark Rolfing to analyze what really happened at Bethpage: from Europe’s dominance in foursomes and clutch putting, to Keegan Bradley’s format mistakes, to why Team USA continues to struggle in alternate shot. They dive into the numbers, match-play mentality, and cultural differences that make Europe so consistent, plus what needs to change for the U.S. to finally win on foreign soil in 2027. If you’re tired of hot takes and want ins...
2025-10-0138 min
Straight Facts Homie!Straight Facts NFL WEEK 4: DAL–GB 40–40 Chaos, Chiefs OK? Eagles’ Red Flags + Ryder Cup RecapNo yelling. No hot takes. Just ball.Trey Wingo breaks down a wild NFL week and a gut-punch Ryder Cup finish with data, context, and receipts.What we coverCowboys–Packers 40–40 tie: why Dallas was lucky, how the extra point rule swung the game, and why trading Micah Parsons still makes no senseDak Prescott’s MVP-level play vs Dallas’ defense issuesRyder Cup truth serum: envelope rule explained, why the Euros care more, and Shane Lowry’s momentChiefs 37–20 over Ravens: Xavier Worthy’s impact, Mahomes’ first 4-TD game since 2023, why KC’s WR room is the dee...
2025-09-2951 min
Straight Facts Homie!The ESPN We Knew: Trey Wingo & Kenny Mayne Remember The Funniest Stories from the Worldwide LeaderOn Straight Facts, Homie, Trey Wingo sits down with ESPN legend Kenny Mayne for a candid, hilarious, and surprisingly instructive look at how sports TV really gets made—without the gimmicks. You’ll hear how fixes worked before modern edit tools, why accuracy beats hype, and how to stay composed when a highlight shot sheet goes sideways.They also swap golf stories (St Andrews, Jubilee, Castle Course), talk Cooper Manning & Brian Baumgartner, and plug Kenny’s new show We Need a Fourth. If you’re tired of hot takes and want insight from people who actually...
2025-09-2651 min
Straight Facts Homie!Oregon HC: Dan Lanning on Dante Moore's Rise, Bo Nix's NFL Success, & Previews Penn State's WhiteoutOregon head coach Dan Lanning joins Trey Wingo on Straight Facts, Homie for a candid conversation on loyalty to Oregon, building a player-led culture, adapting schemes to personnel, NIL sanity, transfer-portal retention, playoff structure fixes, and what he sees in Dante Moore after Bo Nix and Dillon Gabriel.We get granular: Monday “go to the doctor” self-scout, delegation as a young HC, trench recruiting out West, why Oregon’s brand and support changed his career, and how losses shaped his approach. Plus: whiteout-game mindset, facility upgrades, and making Saturdays college football’s day again.If you...
2025-09-2435 min
Straight Facts Homie!RYDER CUP PREVIEW: Tony Finau’s Bethpage Black Hole-By-Hole Breakdown ⛳️Straight Facts Homie is where data and trusted voices make you a smarter sports fan. Today, two-time U.S. Ryder Cup team member Tony Finau joins Trey Wingo to explain why the Ryder Cup hits different, what he learned in 2018 Paris vs 2021 Whistling Straits, and how Bethpage Black will shape matches, with a practical hole-by-hole guide for next week.✅ Subscribe for more fact-driven sports analysis👍 Like the video to help more golf fans find it🧠 No hot takes. Just information that helps you watch smarter.
2025-09-1949 min
Straight Facts Homie!Zach Ertz Unfiltered: Jayden Daniels’ It-Factor, Dan Quinn’s Blueprint, and the Tom Brady Dilemma 🏈Serious fans only. Trey Wingo sits down with Washington Commanders TE Zach Ertz for a data-driven conversation that cuts through the noise: why Jaden Daniels’ preparation shows up on tape, how Dan Quinn and Cliff Kingsbury are building a sustainable offense, and why backup QB value can rival a starter’s in today’s NFL. We also break down Ertz’s start (2 games, 2 TDs), the Eagles’ tush push efficiency versus officiating, and the league’s quarterback injury crunch with real context, not hot air. Plus, Trey’s take on the NFL reversing access rules for Tom Brady as a broadcaster-ow...
2025-09-1838 min
Straight Facts Homie!SO MANY FOOTBALL STATS! Jordan Schultz joins Trey Wingo to discuss all things NFL before Week 2🏈Straight Facts Homie sits down with NFL insider Jordan Schultz for a fast, fact first conversation. We dig into why an angry Patrick Mahomes is a problem for everyone, why the Chiefs as a home underdog is rare, and why Miami looked unprepared. We cover Daniel Jones and the seven straight scoring drives, the Bills and their turnover streak, and the Ravens blowing late leads. Jordan also shares why he left Fox to launch his own channel and how family shaped the call.What you will hear:- Why an angry Mahomes at Arrowhead is...
2025-09-1148 min
Straight Facts Homie!NFL Week 1, No Hot Takes: Marshall Newhouse Breaks Down What Really MatteredWeek 1, decoded by someone who’s been in the trenches.Trey Wingo sits down with Marshall Newhouse, Super Bowl champ, 10-year NFL offensive lineman who’s blocked for Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady, to break down what actually translated on tape and in the data from opening weekend. No hot takes. Facts + stories from a guy who’s lived the matchups, protections, and situational football that swing games.What we cover (Week 1):Rodgers x Steelers: how Arthur Smith’s structure meshes with QB preference (and what the OL/tempo...
2025-09-1040 min
Straight Facts Homie!Former NFL GM Tom Telesco on Building a Team and What Fans Don’t See🏈Former Chargers and Raiders GM Tom Telesco joins Trey Wingo to pull back the curtain on how NFL rosters are really built and why decisions are rarely as simple as fans think. From roster cuts and preseason math to trade timing and player evaluations, Telesco shares what goes into constructing a team and the tough realities players face on the bubble.He explains why “making the 53” is never guaranteed, what goes into replacing coordinators, and how front offices weigh cap space, draft picks, and player development. The conversation also dives into the Micah Pars...
2025-09-021h 02
Straight Facts Homie!Brandel Chamblee on Golf’s Wild Year: Rory’s Slam, LIV’s Reality & Ryder Cup at Bethpage ⛳️Trey Wingo sits down with Trusted Voice Brandel Chamblee (NBC/Golf Channel) to break down the most electric golf season of the post-Tiger era. Did Rory’s career Grand Slam make this Masters an all-timer? Is Tommy Fleetwood’s FedEx Cup proof the Tour is booming? Should the PGA Championship move back to August—or even go global? We also dig into LIV’s product problem, Scottie vs. Tiger perspective, and what it’ll take for the U.S. to win the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.No yelling. No hot takes. Just data, history, and context.
2025-09-011h 01
Straight Facts Homie!2025 NFL Preview using ✨Facts✨w/ Mark Schlereth - Division Battles & Season PredictionsTrey Wingo and Mark Schlereth preview the 2025 NFL season using nothing but Straight Facts Homie! They break down every division, highlight key players, and make smart predictions on who rises to the top.
2025-08-281h 35
Trey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryRicky Williams on Heisman, Walking Away Early, Astrology, Cannabis Advocacy | Half-Forgotten HistoryFormer NFL star Ricky Williams joins Trey to talk about how he changed perceptions of NFL players, what he learned at the University of Texas where he won a Heisman Trophy and set many NFL records, to why he decided to walk away from the game early, to why he is an advocate for responsible Cannabis use, his relationship with football today and why he rarely watches the game to giving Trey an in-depth Astrology reading.
2022-03-3143 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistorySuper Bowl LVI Breakdown: Kupp's Greatness, Donald's Dominance & Cincy's Tough Road Back | Chop ShopMark Schlereth joins Trey on the final edition of the season of Chop Shop. The guys discuss how great Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford played, especially in crunch time. They also break down how incredible Aaron Donald is and why they don't expect him to retire. Mark and Trey also look forward to next season and what the Bengals need to do in order to protect Joe Burrow more effectively.
2022-02-1622 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 14: Rams Hot Again, Parsons Shines for Dallas, Chiefs Continue to Win, Denver's Classy Tribute | Chop ShopMark Schlereth joins Trey to break down how the Los Angeles Rams beat the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football, why the Dallas Cowboys have a firm grasp on the NFC East, an emotional scene in Denver with the tributes to Demaryius Thomas. Why Trey and Mark have never lost faith in the Kansas City Chiefs, why Justin Herbert is such a special talent and why Urban Meyer's season in Jacksonville is a disaster that needs to end.
2021-12-1527 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 6: Henry Huge on MNF, Kyler at 6-0, Lamar for MVP, Rams O Sizzling & Rodgers' Shade | Chop ShopMark Schlereth joins Trey on this episode of the Chop Shop. They break down how the Buffalo Bills can learn from a tough loss to Derrick Henry and the Tennessee Titans, what Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals are doing so well on their 6-0 start, how the Dallas Cowboys continue to win in various ways, why Trey thinks Lamar Jackson should be the MVP at this stage, what Mark learned from broadcasting the Los Angeles Rams blowout win over the New York Giants, and how Aaron Rodgers stuck it to fans in Soldier Field as his Green Bay...
2021-10-2033 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 5: Lamar's Signature Win, Gruden Out, Herbert & Kyler Remain Hot & Kickers Struggle | Chop ShopTim Hasselbeck joins Trey on this week’s Chop Shop to discuss Lamar Jackson’s impressive comeback on Monday Night Football for the Baltimore Ravens over the Indianapolis Colts, Josh Allen's stellar game for the Buffalo Bills against the Kansas City Chiefs, how Jon Gruden's exit from the Las Vegas Raiders leaves more questions, how Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals showed resolve in notching their 5th win of the season, how Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are setting records and winning games and how the kickers struggled mightily in Week 5.
2021-10-1337 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 4 Breakdown: Cardinals Rule in NFC West, Mahomes & Hill Dominate, Harbaugh's Antics | Chop ShopMark Schlereth joins Trey on this week's Chop Shop to dissect Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers' domination of the Las Vegas Raiders, why Kyler Murray's incredible start may make him the most exciting player in the NFL, Andy Reid's consistent excellence as one of the leagues best head coaches, and how Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill got back on track vs. the Philadelphia Eagles.Trey and Mark also go toe-to-toe (sort of) to debate the merits of John Harbaugh's decision to extend a rushing yards streak at the end of a win...
2021-10-0635 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryTakeo Spikes on Bengals' Woes, Buffalo as Elite NFL City, Being a Captain | Half-Forgotten HistoryLongtime NFL LB Takeo Spikes joins Trey to talk about his upbringing in Georgia and decision to play for the Auburn Tigers. He goes on to discuss how it felt to lose with the Cincinnati Bengals, why Buffalo is an elite place to play football in the NFL, how he viewed the pairing with Patrick Willis on the San Francisco 49ers, and the perseverance he showed by playing 15 seasons in the NFL and never making the playoffs.
2021-10-0145 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistorySteve Young on Replacing Montana, Super Bowl Win & Unlikely Road to HOF | Half-Forgotten HistorySteve Young joins Trey to discuss his amazing career and life. They reminisce about going to the same high school and then Steve shares his journey from being a running QB in High School, to becoming a record-setting QB at BYU, to his struggles with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, to playing in the USFL for a record contract, to joining the San Francisco 49ers while Joe Montana was still the best in the game, and then to taking over for Montana and setting records. He continues on to recall turbulent times and a near-fight with George Seifert on the...
2021-09-3042 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 3 Breakdown: Stafford's a Stud, Tucker=GOAT, Chiefs' Struggles & Rogers Relaxes GB | Chop ShopMark Schlereth and Trey break down Week 3 like only they can, weighing in on the Dallas Cowboys' dominance of the Philadelphia Eagles, Matthew Stafford's excellence in leading the LA Rams to a 3-0 record, and Stink explains why the "obituary" on Aaron Rodgers was far too premature as the Green Bay Packers improve to 2-1. The guys also dissect what the Kansas City Chiefs have done wrong to get out to a 1-2 start, why Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders have started 3-0 and why Justin Tucker's NFL-record 66-yard FG is proof that he's the greatest kicker...
2021-09-2935 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryPaul Azinger on Ryder Cup Memories, U.S. Chances vs. Europe, Bryson/Dustin | Half-Forgotten HistoryLongtime PGA Tour Pro and announcer Paul Azinger joins Trey in advance of the Ryder Cup. Azinger shares why the Cup is so meaningful to him, what it was like to compete in the 1991 "War on the Shore", how the teams stack up this year against one another, how Bryson DeChambeau and Dustin Johnson will co-exist for Team USA. He goes on to share stories from his time as U.S. Captain in 2008 and how he motivated Anthony Kim and Phil Mickelson.
2021-09-2350 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 2 Breakdown: Lamar's Heroics, Carr's MVP Play, Henry's Dominance, Cowboys' RB Issue | Chop ShopTrey and Mark Schlereth dissect Week 2 like only they can, weighing in on the epic Sunday Night Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens, how John Harbaugh's faith in Lamar Jackson that went viral is more than meets the eye, How Derek Carr's first 2 games have him square in the MVP race, how the Seattle Seahawks' approach with Russell Wilson was off, and why Derrick Henry proved he's among the most dominant players in the NFL.The guys also weigh in on how Tony Pollard's big game against the Los Angeles...
2021-09-2243 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryJustin Tuck on Super Bowls w/ Giants, Eli Manning, & His Business Success | Half-Forgotten HistoryFormer New York Giants star DE Justin Tuck joins Trey to discuss what he learned while playing at Notre Dame, what it was like to be part of the Giants' NASCAR package, and his play in Super Bowl 42 against Tom Brady & the New England Patriots, including who he thinks should have won Super Bowl MVP.He goes on to discuss the Giants' journey back to the Super Bowl in 2011, what makes Eli Manning such a great teammate, and his success after football working at Goldman Sachs.
2021-09-1651 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWeek 1 Breakdown: Mahomes Magic, NFC West Dominance, Stafford Shines, Cowboys' Concerns | Chop ShopTrey and Mark Schlereth dissect Week 1 of the NFL season, including Patrick Mahomes continuing his wizardry in a Kansas City Chiefs win, the Arizona Cardinals impressive performance led by Kyler Murray and Chandler Jones, why the San Francisco 49ers have such a strong running game, how happy Sean McVay is to have Matthew Stafford leaving the LA Rams, why the NFC West looks like the best division in the league, how Jameis Winston and Aaron Rodgers authored uncharacteristic performances in a rout by the New Orleans Saints over the Green Bay Packers, and why the Dallas Cowboys will continue...
2021-09-1540 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistorySeason Predictions for Playoffs, Super Bowl, MVP & More with Amy Trask | Chop ShopCBS Sports Analyst and longtime NFL Executive Amy Trask joins Trey and Stink to break down the postseason awards for Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Conference championships, and predictions for Super Bowl LVI.
2021-09-1037 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryBob Ley on Covering 9/11 with Trey and How It Shaped Sports & Their Lives | Half-Forgotten HistoryLegendary ESPN anchor Bob Ley joins Trey to dissect the events of 9/11 and how covering the seismic event on SportsCenter has stayed with them 20 years later. They detail the editorial decisions behind the scenes of whether or not to do a show, the inner conflict that the anchors and production staff had about broadcasting on that day, how the NFL and SEC handled the decision to play or not to play, and how their broadcast is memorialized at the 9/11 exhibit in New York.
2021-09-0940 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryFantasy Football Extravaganza w/ Matthew Berry On All Things You Need to Win Your League | Chop ShopMatthew Berry joins Trey to discuss his 3 rules for having a successful fantasy team, which players are poised for breakout seasons including Jalen Hurts & Antonio Gibson, the INSANE number of leagues he is in, why everyone at ESPN in the War Room League is determined to beat him, and the classic story of when Eddie Royal's 3-TD game won Trey an unlikely win.
2021-09-0736 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryFantasy Football Extravaganza w/ Matthew Berry On All Things You Need to Win Your League | Chop ShopMatthew Berry joins Trey to discuss his 3 rules for having a successful fantasy team, which players are poised for breakout seasons including ____ & _____ , the INSANE number of leagues he is in, why everyone at ESPN in the War Room League is determined to beat him, and
the classic story of when Eddie Royal's 3-TD game won Trey an unlikely win.
2021-09-0725 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryAFC Hot Topics: Mahomes, Julio Jones' Impact, Lamar, Allen, Pressure on Gruden & Meyer | Chop ShopIn this special AFC Preview edition of Chop Shop, Trey and Mark Schlereth break down Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs and their quest to go to a 3rd straight Super Bowl, what New York Jets fans can expect from rookie QB Zach Wilson, how Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will follow up last year's breakout season, why it's so hard to gameplan for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, Jon Gruden's struggles with the Las Vegas Raiders, the expectations on No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the pressure on Urban Meyer to...
2021-09-0334 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryTerrell Davis on Georgia, 2000-yd season, Super Bowls, Migraines & the HOFBroncos legendary running back Terrell Davis joins Trey to talk about youth football and being called 'Boss Hog' in youth football, playing in college at Georgia and being All-SEC, the incredible preseason game in Tokyo, Japan, known as the Japan Bowl, where Davis made an enormous hit that got him noticed, playing with migraines in the Super Bowl, and the drama in the final 2 games chasing a 2000-yard rushing season.
2021-09-0257 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryNFC Hot Topics: Zeke, Stafford, Saquon, CMC,Watt, Brady & More w/ Our Man Darren Woodson | Chop ShopOn this NFC Preview edition of Chop Shop, Trey and Mark Schlereth are joined by Dallas Cowboys legend Darren Woodson to talk about the biggest storylines in the conference. The guys chop it up about Ezekiel Elliott's, Christian McCaffrey's, and Saquon Barkley prospects for bounceback years, they tell stories about new LA Rams QB Matthew Stafford, and discuss how Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can repeat.
2021-08-3139 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryDrew Bledsoe on Being No. 1 Overall, Brady, Romo, The Bills & Making WineDrew Bledsoe joins Trey this week to discuss being No. 1 overall to the New England Patriots in the 1993 NFL Draft, playing for both Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, losing his starting job in New England to Tom Brady, why he has so much respect for Brady and his latest Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, losing his starting job in Dallas to Tony Romo, how much he enjoyed playing with the Buffalo Bills, his Doubleback Wine business, and why it was the perfect post football career.
2021-08-2647 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryHerm Edwards on 'Play to Win', Meadowlands Miracle, ESPN, Coaching at ASUArizona State head coach Herm Edwards joins Trey on this episode to discuss his crazy early morning productivity, his upbringing with an African-American father and German mother, his legendary play with the Philadelphia Eagles -- The Miracle at the Meadowlands, and the start of his NFL coaching career with Marty Schottenheimer and the Kansas City Chiefs. They also discuss his famous "You Play to Win the Game" press conference as the head coach of the New York Jets, his transition to an NFL Analyst role with ESPN on NFL Live, and why he decided to return to coa...
2021-08-1948 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryTrent Dilfer on Ravens' Super Bowl Win, Bucs Lessons, ESPN & His New PodcastFormer longtime NFL QB Trent Dilfer joins Trey to discuss being the No. 6 overall draft pick in the 1994 draft, his love of golf -- with a plus-3 handicap -- and how it impacted his football career, moments from his days with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that shaped his work habits and leadership, and his journey with the Baltimore Ravens from backup to Super Bowl champion.They go on to discuss his personal challenges with losing his son Trevin and how Matthew Hasselbeck and his Seahawks teammates lended their support, remembrances from his time working...
2021-08-1254 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryMatt Rhule on Darnold, McCaffrey, Covid & Leadership Lessons from Kobe & MJCarolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule joins Trey to discuss the challenges he faced in his first season in the NFL, how his team is dealing with the challenges of Covid and vaccinations, why he is a fan of Sam Darnold, how he drives his team for greatness through lessoned learned from Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, and what the Panthers have to do this season to contend for the playoffs.They also discuss the differences in being a head coach in college and the NFL, his success of multiple double-digit-win seasons at Temple University, and his...
2021-08-1145 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistorySteve Smith Sr. on Being a Panthers Legend, Silencing Haters & FearlessnessFormer Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. joins Trey to talk about how his underwhelming combine evaluation motivated him, how the Panthers' struggles his rookie year that led to him eating cereal in team meetings, his goals to own the Panthers' receiving record books, how his mother helped to motivate him with tough love, and his epic fight with Jermaine Wiggins after a game.
2021-08-0554 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryHal Wingo on Vietnam, Lindbergh, Creating 'People' & Father-Son Super BowlsTrey's dad Hal joins the show to talk about his amazing life as a journalist and magazine executive. Hal details how he risked everything to go to New York in pursuit of a job in media, his unlikely start as a reporter for "Life" magazine, his procurement of the Zapruder Film of John F. Kennedy's assassination, a harrowing experience covering the murder of three Civil Rights workers in Philadelphia, Mississippi where Hal was threatened, living in Hong Kong and covering the Vietnam War, the origins of how he was a founder of People Magazine, a choice encounter with Charles...
2021-07-1542 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryJon Wertheim Details New Book on Jordan, Gretzky, Prince & Summer of 1984 | Half-Forgotten HistoryNoted sportswriter L. Jon Wertheim from Sports Illustrated and 60 Minutes joins Trey to talk about his new book "Glory Days: The Summer of 1984 and the 90 Days That Changed Sports and Culture Forever. They delve in deep on the state of Men's tennis and where Novak Djokovic can surpass Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal as the greatest ever, if Serena Williams can set the record for most majors, Charles Barkley's impact despite being cut from the Olympic team, and how Knight treated Michael Jordan differently and how MJ set the tone for his amazing earning potential.
2021-07-0836 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryKenny Mayne on ESPN Exit, What's Next, Favorite SportsCenter Moments | Half-Forgotten HistoryLongtime SportsCenter anchor Kenny Mayne joins Trey to dissect his exit from ESPN, his last show at the network and some favorite behind-the-scenes hijinx, and Kenny's plans for what's next in his career.They also delve into why Aaron Rodgers calls him 'Ken', the development and production of Wider World of Sports , his football career as a quarterback at UNLV, and his creation of RunFreely.org, which helps recovering veterans gain access to life-changing devices.
2021-07-0133 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryJames Harrison: From Undrafted to DPOY, Super Bowl Pick-6 & Insane WorkoutsFormer NFL Defensive Player of the James Harrison joins Trey to discuss his early struggles with the Pittsburgh Steelers, walking on at Kent State, his approach after not being selected in the NFL Draft and his struggles to make an NFL team and paying his dues in Europe.He also discusses how a big paycheck motivated him to excel on the field, the impact from his intense (aka insane) workout regiments, and his famous epic pick-6 in Super Bowl XLIII vs. the Kurt Warner and the Arizona Cardinals.
2021-06-1036 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryAlex Smith on Leg Injury, Amazing Comeback, Being Replaced by Mahomes & KapFormer NFL Quarterback Alex Smith joins Trey to talk about his early struggles with the 49ers, coming out of nowhere at the University of Utah to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2005 NFL draft, how his close friend's suicide made him deal with mental health issues, and how things changed in SF with Colin Kaepernick's emergence.He then delves into what he learned from Andy Reid's coaching with the Kansas City Chiefs, his early impressions of Patrick Mahomes as a rookie, his gruesome broken leg injury in 2018), the intense challenges in the hospital to save his...
2021-06-0332 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryNick Mangold on Butt Fumble, Love of Fitzpatrick & Star Wars, Jets CareerFormer New York Jets Center Nick Mangold joins Trey to discuss how he became a star in NYC after replacing Pro Football Hall of Famer Kevin Mawae, why he was on the golf course at the start of the 2006 NFL Draft, where he was taken 29th overall, how Spygate impacted the Jets, what it was like to play for Rex Ryan, his memories of the "Butt Fumble", his impressions of Sam Darnold's stint in New York, how he and Ryan Fitzpatrick became fast friends with a bromance, how they incorporated Star Wars into play calls at the line, how...
2021-05-2749 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryHarris English on Augusta Ace, Tiger's Impact on PGA, Winning at Kapalua | Half-Forgotten HistoryPGA TOUR pro Harris English joins Trey and breaks down winning the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua (02:00), his strategies to avoid frustration and work on his golf game, Bryson DeChambeau's scientific approach to the game, Tiger Woods impact on the current tour players, what The Masters means to him as a Georgia native, and his hole-in-one on the 12th hole at Augusta National Golf Club.
2021-05-2040 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryTerrell Owens on HOF Controversy, Jerry Rice, Why He Can Still Play in NFLFormer NFL star and Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens joins Trey to discuss his unexpected success in football at UT Chattanooga, playing alongside Jerry Rice with the San Francisco 49ers, breaking Rice's record for catches in a game during Jerry's last game in San Fran, and his driveway workout for the press while playing with the Philadelphia Eagles.T.O. also goes in-depth on his controversial decision to not hold his HOF induction ceremony in Canton, OH. He also details his entrance into new businesses -- including NFTs and wine.
2021-05-1351 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryRyan Leaf on NFL Career, Peyton, Expectations, Perseverance Through AddictionFormer #2 overall NFL Draft pick Ryan Leaf -- the only first-round pick from Montana! -- joins Trey for a wide-ranging conversation that feels prescient the week after the 2021 Draft. First they discuss the buildup to being 2nd pick in the 1998 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers, what it was like to be in a Heisman Trophy finalist class with Charles Woodson, Peyton Manning and Randy Moss, his ups and downs as a rookie QB, and how the Manning-Leaf debate played out before the draft. And speaking of Manning, how did a scheduling snafu at the NFL...
2021-05-0645 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryChargers GM Tom Telesco + Ross TuckerLos Angeles Chargers GM Tom Telesco joins Trey to break down his preparations for the NFL Draft, the stock he puts into 40-yard dash times, how he views Pro Days in this new era of scouting, how he knew Justin Herbert was the guy, and his opinion of Herbert's viral haircut.Former NFL OL and current podcast host Ross Tucker also joins Trey to share his experiences being an undrafted free agent out of Princeton and why he enjoys watching the Draft so much.
2021-04-2953 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryRyan Fitzpatrick on WFT, Famous Beard, 9 NFL Teams and Meaning of FitzmagicWashington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick joins Trey to talk about his famous beard, his NFL aspirations while playing at Harvard University, how he knew he belonged in the NFL, how he handled being benched in favor of Tua Tagovailoa with the Miami Dolphins last season, his relationship with former New York Jets center Nick Mangold, what he expects in his first season with the Washington Football Team, the origins of 'Fitzmagic', how he wants to impact his 7 children, and how long he intends to play.
2021-04-2242 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryMac Jones on Draft Hopes, Alabama's NFL Machine, Saban & Joker NicknameFormer University of Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Mac Jones joins Trey to discuss sitting behind Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts (03:25), what Nick Saban told him that helped him thrive last season (04:38), chirping with Saban while the scout team QB (07:14), his outlook entering a National Championship season (10:00), how his dad helped him set specific and bold goals (12:25), what he thinks of the moniker 'more athletic Tom Brady' (14:48), how being a 4.0 student with 2 degrees will impact his NFL stock (16:55). He also dissects why Alabama is such a feeder of star NFL players (24:15) and why his lack of starts in college shouldn't c...
2021-04-1533 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryJim Furyk on Masters, U.S. Open Win & Breaking 60 TwiceLongtime PGA pro Jim Furyk joins Trey on this episode. They talk about the 2 rounds he shot in the 50s, how Trey might be a good partner (or might not), the preparation for the Masters and how the course has changed over the years, how seeing Jack Nicklaus cemented his love for golf's biggest tournament, his win at the 2003 U.S. Open, how he drank beer from the famous trophy, some of his biggest career disappointments and near-misses, and of course his enduring love for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
2021-04-0842 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryImmelman on Winning '08 Masters, Tiger Woods' Dominance & McIlroy's ChancesAs we begin Season 3 of Half-Forgotten History, Trey is joined by 2008 Masters Champion and CBS Sports Analyst Trevor Immelman. Immelman weighs in on the changes to Augusta National and how the quick turnaround from 2020 event held in November. Trevor goes in-depth on his experience winning the Green Jacket in 2008, how amazing Tiger Woods' run at The Masters was while Immelman was rising in the game, the influence of Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player on his love of golf, why Rory McIlroy winning the career Grand Slam would be good for the game, how Bryson DeChambeau's physical transformation and quirkiness...
2021-04-0144 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryWillie Colon: Big Ben, Mike Tomlin's Pregame Speeches, Antonio BrownFormer Steelers and Jets OL -- and current Barstool Sports analyst -- Willie Colon joins Trey for this week's episode of Half-Forgotten History.Willie is one of the few NFL players to start out in New York City, and speaking of New York, Trey shares a few epic stories about Willie's idol, Lawrence Taylor.Then, Willie and Trey talk about the next stage of Ben Roethlisberger's career, and how he seems to be enjoying life with the new, less dramatic Steelers. Plus, some memories about what it's like to win a Super Bowl in Pittsburgh...
2021-03-1129 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryDamien Woody: Brady/Bledsoe, Tuck Rule, Belichick, Beating Greatest Show On TurfDamien Woody went from Beaverdam, VA to Boston College to Super Bowl Champion protecting Tom Brady. How?It seems like it was inevitable now, but the Patriots did seemingly come out of nowhere. Damien tells Trey about his first impressions of Tom Brady as a rookie, explains the differences between Pete Carroll and Bill Belichick, and also shares what it was like to be in the locker room with Drew Bledsoe after an excruciating injury as Tom Brady took over as the Patriots quarterback.And, sorry Raiders fans (it's at 14:00 if you want to skip...
2021-03-0434 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryRyan Clark on Sean Taylor, Troy Polamalu, Steelers Super BowlRyan Clark came a long way from undrafted free agent to Super Bowl Champ to ESPN analyst. After LSU, he went to the Giants, then Washington, where Ryan played alongside the legendary Sean Taylor. He talks about Taylor's fearlessness at training camp and his incredible trash-talk, plus his private persona and the unwarranted media storm that came after his death.Then, Ryan talks about overcoming sickle cell, and shares an absolutely terrifying story about a spleen injury in Denver. (It gets a bit intense around the 15:00 mark.)Next, Trey and Ryan reminisce about the start...
2021-02-2542 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryChris Long on Back-to-Back Bowls, Scooping Schefter, Rams FutilityTrey is joined by two-time Super Bowl Champ Chris Long, who left the St. Louis Rams to win with the Patriots and Eagles in consecutive years.Chris talks about where he was when he found out he'd been selected by the Rams -- not the usual place -- and what it was like to toil in St. Louis alongside some favorite teammates like James Laurinaitis, Steven Jackson and Sam Bradford.Then, Chris talks about why he chose to break the news of where he planned to sign as a free agent with Trey instead of...
2021-02-1851 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEd Reed: The U, Ray Lewis, Flacco's Playoff Run, Belichick's PraisePro Football Hall of Famer (and College Football Hall of Famer... and, as he reminds us, High School Hall of Famer) Ed Reed joins Trey for another Super Bowl-themed episode of Half-Forgotten History.First, they reminisce about the U, including Ed Reed's notorious halftime speeches, and his amazing touchdown against Boston College.Then, Ed talks about playing alongside other huge personalities in Ray Lewis and Terrell Suggs and his favorite interceptions (and touchdowns). Plus, he breaks down his interception of Peyton Manning that Bill Belichick once called "the best play" he ever saw a free...
2021-02-1139 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryPatriots' Tedy Bruschi on Brady's Longevity, Belichick's Brilliance, Repeating SB'sThere's no one better to join Trey the week before the Super Bowl than Tedy Bruschi, who certainly can relate to the Chiefs' goal of repeating -- and who has some experience with the quarterback leading the other team.Tedy and Trey talk about getting drafted as a linebacker despite playing DE in college, early impressions of Brady and Belichick, Super Bowl memories, and what it's like watching locker room favorites like Lawyer Milloy get sent packing, seemingly out of nowhere.
2021-02-0451 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryZach Ertz on Eagles, Wentz, Winning Super Bowl LII & Julie's Soccer ProwessPhiladelphia Eagles Tight End Zach Ertz joins Trey to chop it up about the team's struggles (01:10), what he thinks of Doug Pederson (05:38), his impressions of Carson Wentz (8:04), why Stanford Cardinal TEs have had so much success (14:42), winning Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots and the famous "Philly Special" play (28:15). Zach also shares what it's like to be married to a soccer star, Team USA's Julie Ertz (33:50).And thanks to our partnership with DraftKings, you can use promo code WINGO to enter the free FIFTY-FIVE MILLION DOLLAR Super Bowl prediction challenge. Everyone gets an...
2021-01-2838 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEli and Archie Manning on Super Bowls, Untold Peyton Stories, Ole MissWe're back for Season 2! Eli Manning and Archie Manning join Trey to share great stories about the first family of football in America, including:
Eli playing at Ole Miss and the pressure that it came with
Peyton's comeback win against the New England Patriots en route to his first Super Bowl win (in SB XLI)
Eli's legendary moments against the Pats in SB XLII
Some great untold stories about David Tyree
They also weigh in on Eli winning Super Bowl XLVII in Indianapolis and what it meant for the Mannings afterwards. Eli also shares h...
2021-01-2152 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryComedian Sam Morril on COVID Comedy, Building a Set, and HecklersIn this special bonus episode of Half-Forgotten History, Trey catches up with friend and stand-up comedian Sam Morril. The pandemic has not been kind to the stand-up comedy business, so Sam talks about going from the Comedy Cellar to taking gigs on rooftops, and his self-produced special that has garnered over a million views. Trey and Sam talk about building a late-night set, the comics with the best material, and Sam's beloved Knicks. Check out Sam's special here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Xo3Fq7GGWk
2021-01-1627 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryComing Soon: Season 2 of HFHStarting Thursday... we're back!Be sure to follow us on YouTube at Trey Wingo Presents, and wherever you're listening now, subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode of Half-Forgotten History.
2021-01-1500 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryBonus: Rich Eisen on Stuart Scott, Irvin's speeches, Covering The DraftRich Eisen from the NFL Network joins Trey on this episode. Eisen talks about his ESPN days (2:22) including reflections about his partner Stuart Scott (4:00), Chris Berman “Boomer’s” advice to Eisen & Trey (13:55), the 2020 NFL Draft (20:20), Michael Irvin’s unforgettable speech at a family event (24:58), The Honey Baddger Tyrann Mathieu (28:22), 2020 NFL Games & the effects of Covid (32:02) & NFL Playoff Predictions (36:21).
2020-12-2842 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEp. 10: Jeff Saturday on Fighting Peyton Manning, Fat Guy Touchdowns and Aaron RodgersSuper Bowl Champion Jeff Saturday joins Trey to discuss playing with two of the greatest quarterbacks to ever live, Peyton Manning and Aaron Rodgers, among many surprising and hilarious stories.He tells the amazing story of how he even made it to the NFL as an undrafted free agent, remembers an iconic sideline squabble with Manning, and recalls some amazing Super Bowl memories (XLI vs Chicago) and some... not amazing memories (XLIV vs New Orleans).
2020-12-2338 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEp. 9: Aqib Talib on Commentating, Brady vs. Manning, CrabtreeTrey is joined by Aqib Talib, former 1st round draft pick for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Super Bowl champ with the Denver Broncos. They talk about how Talib made the surprising (and seemingly completely natural) transition to the Fox broadcast booth this season.They also talk about Talib's takes on the differences between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, and the magical run the No Fly Zone Broncos had to win Super Bowl 50. They recall Manning coming off the bench in relief of Brock Osweiler, and how Brady was stymied in the AFC Championship in Denver by...
2020-12-2130 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEp. 8: Jim Kelly on Bills Glory, Almost Playing Linebacker, and Puking Pre-GameTrey is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer and legendary quarterback for the Buffalo Bills Jim Kelly. Jim led the Bills to four consecutive Super Bowls from '90-'93, one of the most underappreciated accomplishments in the history of the NFL.The guys dig into why Jim committed to Miami instead of Penn State, the highs and lows of making four straight Bills Super Bowls (13:40) and why he absolutely NEEDED to puke before games (4:49).
2020-12-1824 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEp. 7: Michael Vick on Breaking Madden, Lamar Jackson, The ComebackTrey is joined by Falcons and Eagles legend Michael Vick to discuss the one coach he didn’t want to get drafted by, the most impressive play of his career, dining out with a billionaire owner, and the impact he had on the quarterback position -- and Madden -- neither of which has never been the same since. Also, Michael Vick weighs in on who he'd rather start in an NFL game: him or Lamar Jackson?Plus, Vick reflects on his experience in prison, his comeback to the NFL, and his gratitude to Andy Reid and...
2020-12-1630 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEp. 6: Mark Schlereth On Undefeated Seasons and Missing The Helmet CatchTrey is joined by Mark “Stink” Schlereth, former NFL guard who won Super Bowls with the Washington Football Team and Denver Broncos.Stink was on several teams that threatened to go undefeated, and he tells the story of one special teams player who jinxed his Super Bowl-winning Denver team in the 1990s.He also recounts the single worst play-by-play performance in history, which led to Trey missing a dream interview at the Super Bowl.
2020-12-1422 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEpisode 5: Emmitt Smith (Part 2): Jimmy Johnson vs Barry Switzer, Breaking Payton's RecordEmmitt Smith joins Trey Wingo for a second episode -- 2 episodes for 22! -- to reflect on eclipsing Walter Payton as the NFL's all-time leading rusher on October 27, 2002 against the Seattle Seahawks, and putting the Cowboys on his back for a Super Bowl Win. Plus, why things fell apart with Coach Barry Switzer after the Jimmy Johnson era.Emmitt shares how setting boldly aspirational goals as a rookie put him on the path to becoming one of the greatest running backs ever.
2020-12-1125 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEpisode 4: Emmitt Smith on 90s Cowboys, MJ & Magic, Back-To-Back SB'sTrey is joined by the NFL's all-time leading rusher, Emmitt Smith. In the first of two episodes with the 3-time SB Champ, they talk 90’s Super Bowls (6:56), hanging with Michael Jordan & Magic Johnson (16:11), & the Cowboys comeback in Super Bowl XXVIII against Buffalo (16:34).Need more Trey Wingo in your life?Twitter: https://twitter.com/wingozInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/trey.wingoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TreyWingoESPN/
2020-12-0921 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEpisode 3: Victor Cruz Talks BoatGate with OBJ, Eli Manning, his unlikely NFL careerTrey Wingo and Giants legend Victor Cruz catch up on Cruz's unlikely and remarkable NFL career -- which could not have happened in 2020, a year with no NFL preseason.Victor also shares a few inside and never-heard-before stories from Boatgate with Odell Beckham, Jr., how the Giants seem cursed ever since that photo was posted, the making of a Super Bowl touchdown catch from Eli Manning, and the infamous Rex Ryan quote about Cruz's breakout performance in the preseason. Need more Trey Wingo in your life?Twitter: https://twitter.com/wingoz...
2020-12-0721 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEpisode 2: Cowboys Legend Darren WoodsonOn this edition of Half-Forgotten History, Trey Wingo is joined by former Dallas Cowboys star Darren Woodson. Woodson shares great stories about the Dallas Dynasty of the 1990s with teammates Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, Nate Newton, Alvin Harper and others.He also reflects on playing against Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers, Jerry Rice, and how he got an earful from his defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer (now coach of the Minnesota Vikings). And the guys have a laugh about an infamous reference to Purple Drank on-air.-----Need more Trey...
2020-12-0426 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryEpisode 1: Kurt WarnerFor the first episode of Half-Forgotten History, Trey Wingo is joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner.Warner was once working at a grocery store and thought his NFL time would never come. He played with the Iowa Barnstormers in the Arena Football League before going to the World League of American Football. Finally, Warner became the starter with the St. Louis Rams and won 2 NFL MVPs and Super Bowl 34. In the twilight of his career, he took the Arizona Cardinals to their first appearance in the big game in franchise history. In t...
2020-12-0233 minTrey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten HistoryHalf-Forgotten History: TrailerSubscribe now to Trey Wingo Presents for Half-Forgotten History, coming this December!
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