Mets Panic, Knicks Stress, & Blaming Mamdani | Kicking & Screaming Ep 26
The Mets are losing and fans are blaming MAMDANI. The Knicks are already making the playoffs stressful. Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini turned resort photos into a full NFL media ethics debate, a guy is suing Amazon because whip-its allegedly made him lose brain cells, and now Nike might be paying the price because NBA stars aren’t selling sneakers like they used to. On this episode of Kicking & Screaming, we break down the chaos around the New York Mets losing streak, whether the New York Knicks are real contenders or just making fans nervous again, and why the Mike Vrabel / Dianna Russini story became way bigger than just gossip. Plus, the funniest lawsuit of the week and whether Nike is really struggling because today’s NBA players just don’t have the same superstar pull as Jordan, Kobe, and LeBron. Special Guest Mike from pudgyboyzsportstalk joins us Sports, chaos, and questionable decision-making — exactly how we like it.
The Mets are losing and fans are blaming MAMDANI. The Knicks are already making the playoffs stressful. Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini turned resort photos into a full NFL media ethics debate, a guy is suing Amazon because whip-its allegedly made him lose brain cells, and now Nike might be paying the price because NBA stars aren’t selling sneakers like they used to. On this episode of Kicking & Screaming, we break down the chaos around the New York Mets losing streak, whether the New York Knicks are real contenders or just making fans nervous again, and why the Mike Vrabel / Dianna Russini story became way bigger than just gossip. Plus, the funniest lawsuit of the week and whether Nike is really struggling because today’s NBA players just don’t have the same superstar pull as Jordan, Kobe, and LeBron. Special Guest Mike from pudgyboyzsportstalk joins us Sports, chaos, and questionable decision-making — exactly how we like it.
Tim Tebow announces father’s death, shares tribute: 'He’s home forever'
Tim Tebow announced the death of his father in a heartfelt social media post, framing the loss through his Christian faith.
Tim Tebow announced the death of his father in a heartfelt social media post, framing the loss through his Christian faith.
First-time nations: The 4 teams making their FIFA World Cup debut in 2026
For four nations, the 2026 World Cup isn’t just another tournament, it’s a dream decades in the making, finally becoming reality on soccer’s biggest stage.
For four nations, the 2026 World Cup isn’t just another tournament, it’s a dream decades in the making, finally becoming reality on soccer’s biggest stage.
World Cup final tickets listed for over $2M on FIFA resale site
Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have already drawn criticism, and now resale listings topping $2 million for the final are adding new fuel to the debate.
Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have already drawn criticism, and now resale listings topping $2 million for the final are adding new fuel to the debate.
2026 NFL Draft: Time, order and how to watch
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night. Here is everything you need to know about the draft's start time, the current order and how to watch the action unfold.
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night. Here is everything you need to know about the draft's start time, the current order and how to watch the action unfold.
FIFA World Cup looming as injuries pile up for stars, raising questions about footballer fatigue
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
From Lamine Yamal to Serge Gnabry and Estêvão, injuries are piling up before the World Cup, fueling concerns that too many games are taking a toll on players.
FIFA World Cup Countdown: 50 days until Match 1
Thousands of World Cup tickets went on sale on Wednesday, with just 50 days until the start of the tournament.
Thousands of World Cup tickets went on sale on Wednesday, with just 50 days until the start of the tournament.
FCC commissioner backs frustrated American sports fans as leagues pivot to streaming services
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
FCC officials are backing Americans' frustrations with sports streaming, identifying that the "public interest is no longer being served."
2026 NFL Draft: Here’s how to watch
The top college football prospects take center stage as NFL teams make their selections to find their next franchise player in this year’s draft.
The top college football prospects take center stage as NFL teams make their selections to find their next franchise player in this year’s draft.
Elizabeth Smart wins top honors at Utah bodybuilding show: ‘I refuse to be ashamed’
Elizabeth Smart is redefining her legacy. After taking home top honors at the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding competition in Salt Lake City, Smart opened up about her decision to stop hiding her fitness journey.
Elizabeth Smart is redefining her legacy. After taking home top honors at the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding competition in Salt Lake City, Smart opened up about her decision to stop hiding her fitness journey.
NCAA settlement chaos: New legal move could trigger massive increase in NIL spending
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
The House v. NCAA settlement faces a major wrinkle as plaintiffs seek to exempt multimedia partners from revenue-sharing caps in college athletics.
FIFA World Cup 2026 'Last-Minute Sales Phase' begins April 22 with tickets for all 104 matches
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
A new batch of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets is set to drop April 22 as part of the final sales phase, with fans expected to face high demand.
Churchill Downs moves to buy Preakness brand in major shakeup for horse racing
Churchill Downs is moving to acquire the Preakness Stakes brand, marking a major shift in control of one of horse racing’s biggest events.
Churchill Downs is moving to acquire the Preakness Stakes brand, marking a major shift in control of one of horse racing’s biggest events.
A New Jersey-born coach just became the first American to guide a team to a major European trophy
A coach with New Jersey roots did something no American had done before, winning a major European trophy on one of soccer’s biggest stages.
A coach with New Jersey roots did something no American had done before, winning a major European trophy on one of soccer’s biggest stages.
Americans get mocked for saying 'soccer.' But England is the one that made the word.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
Americans get mocked for calling it “soccer," but the word was... invented in England. Here’s how the name stuck in the U.S. and disappeared overseas.
World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
From a surprising tailgating ban to major leadership changes within U.S. Soccer, the road to the 2026 World Cup is already full of drama. We also explore a Texas shop bringing English football culture stateside and the growing backlash over rising ticket prices.
Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at 53
Los Angeles Angels Hall of Famer and 2002 World Series champion Garret Anderson has passed away, the team announced Friday.
Los Angeles Angels Hall of Famer and 2002 World Series champion Garret Anderson has passed away, the team announced Friday.
New ferry route proposed for World Cup travel between New York and New Jersey
A New York City Council member is pushing a proposal to expand ferry service between New York and New Jersey ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup
A New York City Council member is pushing a proposal to expand ferry service between New York and New Jersey ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup
Confusion grows over reports of pregame tailgating ban at 2026 World Cup U.S. stadiums
Mixed messages from FIFA and host cities are creating confusion about whether tailgating will be allowed at World Cup games.
Mixed messages from FIFA and host cities are creating confusion about whether tailgating will be allowed at World Cup games.
Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic after photos released of her with Patriots' Mike Vrabel
NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from her role at The Athletic after a series of photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel prompted an internal investigation.
NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from her role at The Athletic after a series of photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel prompted an internal investigation.