Join Nick Morgasen & Zain Bando on their crazy adventures into the sports world addressing all matters big and small with their interesting takes first hand and so much more only on Empty The Bench Sports Podcast!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Empty The Bench Sports Podcast
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Join Nick Morgasen & Zain Bando on their crazy adventures into the sports world addressing all matters big and small with their interesting takes first hand and so much more only on Empty The Bench Sports Podcast!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 6, 2026
NBA Playoffs: ECF & WCF | Brandon Sorsby | RIP John Sterling
<p>On this edition of ETB Sports, <strong>Nick Morgasen </strong>and<strong> Zain Bando</strong> dive into a pivotal stretch of the postseason and a somber week for the broadcasting world. The show leads with an intensive breakdown of the NBA Playoffs as the Conference Semifinals take center stage. The guys analyze the strategic adjustments and star performances defining the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals and Western Conference Semi-Finals matchups, separating the true contenders from those whose luck is running out in the second round.</p><br><p>The conversation then shifts to the collegiate landscape for a look at the troubling situation involving quarterback Brandon Sorsby. Nick and Zain discuss the fallout of Sorsby’s gambling treatment admission and the broader implications for student-athlete welfare in an era of legalized sports betting. Finally, the show pays tribute to a titan of the industry following the passing of legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling. The guys reflect on Sterling’s unparalleled career, his iconic "Voice of God" presence, and the void his departure leaves in the fabric of sports media.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 29, 2026
Alex Cora FIRED! 2026 NFL Draft Recap + Diego Pavia Falls
<p>It’s Episode 315 of <strong>Empty the Bench</strong> with Nick Morgasen and Zain Bando, and the sports world is currently in a state of total upheaval. From a historic draft weekend in Pittsburgh to a seismic shift in the NFL’s international strategy and a shocking vacancy at Fenway Park, we are breaking down the headlines that moved the needle this weekend.</p><br><p>We lead off with a full <strong>NFL Draft Recap</strong>. Now that the dust has settled on the 2026 class, we analyze the winners and losers of the high-stakes weekend. We discuss whether the Raiders truly found their franchise anchor in Fernando Mendoza or if they reached too early, and we break down the teams—like the Chiefs and Browns—that mastered the value board to reshape their rosters.</p><br><p>The media landscape is also shifting as we discuss the "changing of the guard" at NBC. With reports that <strong>Chris Simms is out and Mike Tomlin is officially in</strong> for Football Night in America, we examine what the Super Bowl-winning coach brings to the desk and how a "traveling" pregame show will change the Sunday night experience. Plus, the NFL is heading to South America. We break down the news that the <strong>Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens</strong> will face off at the iconic Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro this September. </p><br><p>In baseball, the "Sunday Scaries" became a reality in Boston as <strong>Alex Cora was fired</strong> following a dismal 10-17 start. We analyze the identity crisis at Fenway and who might be tasked with cleaning up the mess. We also check in on the <strong>NBA Playoffs</strong>, including the Magic taking a commanding lead over the Pistons and the high-stakes battles out West. </p><br><p>Finally, we go from the court to the capital. We discuss the surreal scene at the <strong>White House Correspondents' Dinner</strong>, where UFC CEO <strong>Dana White</strong> made headlines not just for his attendance as a guest of Donald Trump, but for his characteristically "unique" reaction to a security scare that sent the ballroom into a frenzy. </p><br><p><strong>Question of the Night:</strong> With Mike Tomlin joining NBC and the pregame show going on the road, is Football Night in America officially the new College GameDay?</p><br><p><strong>Draft Debrief:</strong> Which team’s Day 1 "reach" is most likely to make them look like geniuses three years from now?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 22, 2026
AJ BROWN TO PATRIOTS! 🚨 Crissy Froyd Fired + NFL Draft
<p>It’s Episode 314 of <strong>Empty the Bench</strong> with Nick Morgasen and Zain Bando, and the sports world is currently a whirlwind of blockbuster trades and media-room meltdowns. We lead off with the seismic shift in the AFC as the Philadelphia Eagles reportedly prepare to send star wideout <strong>A.J. Brown</strong> to the <strong>New England Patriots</strong>. We break down the financial "June 1st" deadline that’s holding up the official paperwork and what this elite weapon means for the development of Drake Maye.</p><br><p>The transaction wire didn't stop there, as the <strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong> made a massive "all-in" move by acquiring All-Pro defensive tackle <strong>Dexter Lawrence</strong> from the New York Giants. We analyze how this trade—involving the Bengals' 2026 first-round pick—reshapes the interior of their defense and signals a grim reality for the G-Men’s rebuild.</p><br><p>In the media world, things are getting personal. We dive into the fallout of "Photogate" in Sedona, including the explosive comments from <strong>Crissy Froyd</strong> that led to her departure from USA Today after she took aim at <strong>Dianna Russini</strong>. We also uncover the behind-the-scenes pressure from <strong>Robert Kraft</strong>, as reports surface that the Patriots tried to stop the New York Post from ever publishing those now-infamous images of Russini and <strong>Mike Vrabel</strong>. Plus, we hear from Vrabel himself as he finally addresses the distraction ahead of the <strong>2026 NFL Draft</strong>.</p><br><p>Finally, we head to the WNBA for a masterclass in PR friction. Following the <strong>Dallas Wings</strong> selecting <strong>Azzi Fudd</strong> with the No. 1 overall pick, we break down the awkward standoff between the Dallas Morning News and Wings PR over questions regarding Fudd’s relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers. We look at where the line is drawn between player privacy and professional journalism in the league's new era of high-visibility stardom.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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