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We Don't Know Ball - Ep. 10 w/ Tom Schneider - Marathon Mentality
In Episode 10 of We Don’t Know Ball, the guys break down a packed week in sports — from the return of Jayson Tatum and what it means for Boston’s title chances to some of the biggest conversations shaping the NBA and NFL right now.
The episode opens with reactions to Tatum’s return and how quickly the Celtics seem to have regained chemistry. The conversation dives into how Boston stacks up in the Eastern Conference, the Knicks’ disappointing start after preseason hype, and why Detroit’s surprising rise has reshaped expectations across the East.
From there, the focus shifts around the NBA, including a breakdown of one of the best games of the season between Denver and Oklahoma City. The hosts discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP-level play, late-game shot making, and why some players simply feel inevitable with the ball in their hands.
The conversation also explores a viral NBA moment — Bam Adebayo’s 83-point performance. While impressive on paper, the hosts debate the context behind massive scoring nights in the modern NBA, including pace, shot volume, and how these performances compare historically to legendary scoring games.
The discussion then pivots to the NFL offseason, where free agency rumors and trades are already reshaping the league. The hosts react to several major moves and speculate on where key players could land, including potential quarterback “retreads” who may get another opportunity to revive their careers.
The episode closes with a conversation about the changing way fans consume sports — from traditional broadcasts to podcasts, streamers, and social media — and how that shift is reshaping how leagues build stars and maintain relevance.
As always, We Don’t Know Ball mixes honest debate, humor, and unfiltered sports talk.
Topics Covered
Jayson Tatum’s return and Celtics chemistry
Eastern Conference outlook and Detroit’s rise
Knicks expectations vs early struggles
Denver vs OKC game breakdown
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP case
Bam Adebayo’s 83-point performance debate
Historic scoring games in the NBA
NBA star power and the league’s changing landscape
NFL free agency and major trade rumors
Maxx Crosby trade situation
Rashan Gary to Dallas
Kyler Murray’s uncertain future
Quarterback “retread” candidates around the league
How sports consumption is changing for younger fans
Key Takeaways
Boston immediately looks like a contender again with Tatum back.
The NBA still has incredible games — even if the media narrative says otherwise.
Massive scoring games often depend heavily on context and opportunity.
The NFL quarterback carousel continues to reshape team strategies.
The way fans consume sports is changing faster than the leagues themselves.
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We Don't Know Ball - Ep. 9 w/ tom Schneider - Marathon Mentality
In Episode 8 of Allegedly Sports, M|M and Tom Schneider break down Super Bowl fallout, the early NFL offseason, and one of the most honest quarterback conversations you’ll hear all year.
The episode opens with a Super Bowl recap — why the game felt flat, what Seattle did better, and why one loss doesn’t erase a strong Patriots season. The conversation dives into Drake Maye’s late-season play, experience vs. expectations, and why defensive performances often get ignored when offenses struggle.
From there, M|M and Tom shift to NFL offseason chaos: franchise tags, massive cap hits, and how teams actually recover from quarterback contract mistakes. The heart of the episode is a deep discussion on QB “retreads” — evaluating players like Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield, Mac Jones, Kyler Murray, Justin Fields, and more through the lens of opportunity, coaching, and pressure rather than media narratives.
The episode closes with thoughts on the NBA All-Star Game, why competitiveness finally returned, and what the dunk contest is missing without real stars.
Real debate. Real context. No hot takes.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & possible show name change
01:00 – Super Bowl recap: why the game disappointed
03:40 – Patriots offense vs. defensive effort
05:00 – Drake Maye’s late-season regression
06:40 – NFL franchise tags & cap fallout
08:30 – Recovering from bad QB contracts
10:30 – QB “retreads” and second chances
13:30 – How many QBs are truly franchise players?
18:30 – Kyler Murray, Mac Jones & opportunity vs. talent
22:00 – NFL copycat league discussion
24:00 – NBA All-Star Game competitiveness
26:00 – Dunk contest decline & star power
29:00 – Final thoughts
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