Talking sports. College sports (football, basketball men and women's, baseball and softball. NFL, NBA, MLB, sports history Negro League Baseball History and HBCU reports.
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Episode 200- Early NFL Reality Check: Who’s Real, Who Should Panic? | In The
Early NFL Reality Check: Who’s Real, Who Should Panic? | In The Zone with Anthony Smith
The NFL season is only two weeks old, but the pressure is already building. On this episode of In The Zone with Anthony Smith, we break down the 2-0 teams that may be getting too much early credit, the 0-2 teams that still have a path back to the playoffs, and the major decisions already shaping the season. �
Anthony examines whether the Raiders, Bengals, and 49ers are true contenders; why the Texans, Chargers, and Colts face very different kinds of trouble; and whether Shane Steichen’s overtime decision against Patrick Mahomes could haunt Indianapolis. We also discuss Caleb Williams’ injury, Ben Johnson’s Bears offense versus Brian Flores’ aggressive Vikings defense, and the Sean Payton–Mike Macdonald controversy over Seattle’s use of publicly available fan videos for scouting.
No overreactions—just sharp football talk, coaching analysis, quarterback pressure, and the storylines that matter heading into Week 3.
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This week on In The Zone with Anthony Smith, we break down the biggest headlines shaping the sports world. We begin with the WNBA Players Association's decision not to monetize Sophie Cunningham's viral finger-point moment and what it says about branding in today's game. Then we head to New York as Jalen Brunson addresses whether the NBA champion Knicks have discussed a traditional White House visit. We also examine new Kentucky head coach Will Stein's bold confidence, why a stalled Senate bill may be a bigger story than conference realignment in college football, and wrap up with SEC rivalry banter featuring South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. Join us for insightful analysis, thoughtful commentary, and the stories behind the headlines—because here, we don't just report the news, we put it In The Zone.
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10 Jul 2026
Episode 196 - NCAA Investigates Cincinnati, Deion Stays Confident, Brady Ends the Debate & Houston's Next Star?
College football and the NFL take center stage on this episode of In The Zone with Anthony Smith. We examine the NCAA's reported inquiry involving Cincinnati and quarterback Brendan Sorsby, the Big 12's response from Commissioner Brett Yormark, and what the situation could mean for the conference moving forward.
Then we head to Boulder, where Deion Sanders explains why Colorado is exactly where the Buffaloes want to be entering the new season. Can Coach Prime turn expectations into championships?
In the NFL, Tom Brady puts the long-running debate over Bill Belichick to rest while reports reveal Sean Payton once considered helping Belichick pursue Don Shula's all-time coaching wins record. We also break down why the Houston Texans believe they've found another offensive weapon capable of becoming a true three-down back.
Join Anthony Smith for thoughtful analysis, strong opinions, and the stories shaping the football world—only on In The Zone with Anthony Smith.
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