Dan Dakich and Craig Carton dive into the eye of the storm, breaking down the viral Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini photos in Arizona and the explosive $10M transfer portal rumors surrounding Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith. The duo also discusses the Raiders' signing of Kirk Cousins as a bridge for Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, the controversy of Mendoza skipping the NFL Draft, the fallout from Tiger Woods missing The Masters following his recent arrest, and the heated debate over Chris Ballard—all while addressing Carton’s contentious return to the afternoon drive on WFAN.



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"(00:00) Intro"

"(0:29) Dianna Russini & Mike Vrabel Scandal"

"(2:30) Craig Carton's contentious return to WFAN"

"(5:40) Carton & Dakich's disdain for Colts GM Chris Ballard"

"(7:30) Carlie Irsay-Gordon"

"(9:19) Fernando Mendoza & The Las Vegas Raiders"

"(10:45) Tanking in the NBA"

"(12:18) Tiger Woods fallout"

"(14:48) Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith $10 Million NIL"

"(19:24) Craig Carton's experience with Sir Paul McCartney"

"(20:20) Aaron Judge & The New York Yankees"
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Dianna Russini & Mike Vrabel Just Destroyed Media Credibility

Live talk radio from Brian Kilmeade, FOX Across America, and Guy Benson, plus the FOX News primetime programs. Listen to The Five, Special Report with Bret Baier, Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity, Laura Ingle, Shannon Bream and more!

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Dan Dakich exposes Colin Kaepernick’s latest book launch as a desperate, BLM-era grift to reclaim the media spotlight. Watch as Dan shreds the PR spin behind "The Perilous Fight" and calls out the ultimate sports-media cash grab.

Plus, Dan breaks down his Masters picks with golf analyst, Ryan Burr including top contenders, sleepers, and betting angles for Augusta. From Fitzpatrick to Rory, this is your full golf preview heading into the Masters.



"(00:00) Kaepernick Is The King of GRIFTING"

"(2:10) Media is afraid of Colin Kaepernick"

"(2:32) Colin Kaepernick's new book"

"(4:57) Colin Kapernick's press release"

"(6:30) Colin Kaepernick's desperate for attention"

"(35:00) Golf Analyst Ryan Burr

"(47:50) Masters Picks & Challenge Setup"

"(48:40) Matt Fitzpatrick Pick Explained"

"(51:06) Ludwig Aberg & Rising Contenders"

"(56:34) Xander Schauffele & Koepka Debate"

"(64:29) Favorites: Scheffler, Rahm & Odds Breakdown"

"(72:54) Rory McIlroy & Final Predictions"


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Colin Kaepernick's Latest Grift: New Book, Same Old Story +  Masters Betting Guide: Dakich’s Top Picks, Sleepers & Winner

In the wake of Dusty May’s 2026 National Championship at Michigan, the blueprint for winning has shifted from long-term recruiting to immediate portal dominance. Dan breaks down why the traditional "program build" is dead and how today’s elite coaches are simply renting a new championship roster every single year.



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"(00:00) - Death of college sports as we know it?"

"(0:45) - Dusty May's Michigan roster construction"

"(1:30) - Uconn vs Michigan National Championship reaction"

"(3:30) - Michigan's guard play"

"(4:25) - Transfer Portal can buy you a championship"

"(6:00) - Is this Michigan team one of the best ever?"

"(6:56) - Yaxel Lendebourg press conference"

"(8:15) - Uconn showed great toughness"

"(8:40) - Dan Hurley reflects on Uconn's season"

"(11:15) - Big Ten conference dominance in sports"

"(13:08) - Roster construction in the transfer portal era"
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Michigan's Championship Ended College Sports As We Know It

Dan Dakich breaks down the fiery postgame exchange between Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley following UConn’s massive clash with South Carolina. With Danny Hurley jumping into the fray to defend his colleague, we’re diving into why the energy in Storrs has reached a total fever pitch. Plus, Dakich breaks down the national championship battle between Uconn and Michigan.



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"(00:00) - Geno Auriemma LOSES IT on Dawn Staley After Final Four loss"

"(2:50) - Dawn Staley wanted to FIGHT Geno Auriemma"

"(3:30) - Dan's connection to the Jacquez family"

"(4:40) - Geno Auriemma's press conference response"

"(6:30) - Dawn Staley grew up in the projects of Philadelphia"

"(8:33) - Dan Hurley defends Geno Auriemma"

"(9:13) - Dan Hurley is locked in for Michigan"

"(10:00) - Michigan vs UConn Preview"

"(13:50) - Dan Hurley's NCAA Tournament dominance"

"(14:25) - Michigan's offensive firepower"

"(16:55) - Dusty May on Yaxel Lendebourg"
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Geno Auriemma UNLEASHES On Dawn Staley In Wake Of UConn Beatdown In The Final Four

Dusty May joins Dan Dakich to break down Michigan’s massive Final Four showdown against Arizona and why "tough coaching" is the engine behind their March Madness run. Discover why the Big Ten's strength has the Wolverines primed for a title as they discuss why college basketball has never been more popular.

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"(00:00) When Dusty May realized his team was Final Four good"

"(1:45) Elliot Caudeau's health status"

"(1:50) The logistics of the Final Four"

"(2:50) Dusty May on the strength of the Big Ten"

"(3:40) Dusty May on how Michigan manages distractions"

"(5:50) Dusty May on the matchup against Arizona in the Final Four"

"(6:40) How Michigan manages media attention"

"(8:28) Dusty May on how he manages ticket requests"

"(9:33) College basketball has never been better"

"(10:48) Biggest issues in the sport"

"(12:55) Are Cinderellas dead?"

"(14:08) Coaches getting the blame "


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Michigan's Dusty May on Arizona Showdown, Tough Coaching, & College Basketball's

Dan Dakich breaks down the absolute absurdity of Mike Vrabel being forced to answer for TreVeyon Henderson’s Bible verses at the NFL Annual League Meeting while defending Chicago Bulls former player Jaden Ivey. Watch as we expose those trying to turn scripture into a controversy and explain why the sports world has officially lost its mind.



"(00:00) TreVeyon Henderson supports Jaden Ivey"

"(1:00) Chicago Bulls leaking stories on Jaden Ivey"

"(2:00) The Chicago Bulls turned a blind eye to Michael Jordan"

"(3:00) TreVeyon Henderson's X post"

"(6:08)  Mike Vrabel reprimands TreVeyon Henderson"

"(8:30) What does TreVeyon Henderson need to be educated about?"

"(10:30) Ryan Day on the need to adapt in CFB"

"(17:11) INTERVIEW With Bruce Pearl"

"(17:15) Andrew Dakich vs Steven Pearl"

"(18:30) The value of the NIT"

"(20:00) Final Four Thoughts"

"(20:20) Tarris Reed Jr."

"(22:50) Jon Scheyer"

"(25:00) Bruce Pearl to North Carolina?"

"(27:15)  Michigan and Arizona's dominance"
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TreVeyon Henderson Defends Jaden Ivey & Gets REPRIMANDED By Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel

Is the NBA selectively enforcing its moral code? In this episode, Dan pulls no punches regarding the Chicago Bulls' decision to waive Jaden Ivey. After the Bulls cited "conduct detrimental to the team" following Ivey’s comments on religion and the LGBTQ+ community.  

Plus, Dan is joined by Illinois Head Coach Brad Underwood as the Fighting Illini prepare for their first Final Four appearance since 2005. After a physical Elite Eight win over Iowa, Underwood reflects on a coaching career that began in 1986 and has finally led him to the biggest stage in college basketball.

The Illini are set to face a familiar foe in UConn this Saturday, looking to avenge an early-season loss and punch their ticket to the National Championship.



"(0:00) Christianity: Where the NBA Draws the Line"

"(0:42) The Chicago Bulls Waive Jaden Ivey"

"(1:15) Comparing Ivey to Miles Bridges & League Conduct"

"(2:08) The "Pride Month" vs. "Unrighteousness" Debate"

"(3:18) Is Having an Opinion Now "Conduct Detrimental"?"

"(4:30) Billy Donovan and the "Standard" of the Bulls"

"(5:10) The Truth About Jordan, Pippen, and the 90s Bulls"

"(6:20) Michael Jordan’s Journey: Addiction, Fame, and Faith"

"(7:35) Dealing with the "Insecure" Outrage Culture"

"(25:59) Illinois Basketball Head Coach, BradUnderwood"


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Dan Dakich OBLITERATES NBA & Bulls For Cutting Jaden Ivey

Dan Dakich breaks down UConn’s historic comeback against Duke and why college basketball continues to be the ultimate sports drama. Subscribe for unfiltered takes on the Final Four matchups and the biggest choke jobs in NCAA Tournament history.



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"(00:00) Intro"

"(0:17) NCAA Tournament DELIVERS!"

"(0:50) Jon Scheyer's coaching job at Duke"

"(2:22) Jon Scheyer postgame" 

"(3:50) Dan Hurley and Uconn never quit"

"(4:15) Nate Oats is still mad about Charles Bediako"

"(6:38) Tommy Lloyd to North Carolina?"
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CHOKE! Duke & Jon Scheyer COLLAPSE In The NCAA Tournament AGAIN!

From FBI wiretaps to a shocking LSU reunion, Dan breaks down how Will Wade pulled off the ultimate comeback while NC State gets left in the dust. Discover why college basketball’s coaching carousel is more lawless than ever!!!

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"(00:00) Will Wade And Lane Kiffin are LSU Housewives"

"(0:40) Will Wade survived FBI Wiretaps!"

"(1:11)  LSU has no morals"

"(2:28) North Carolina State fans are vicious"

"(3:35) Will Wade isn't a gangster"

"(4:03) NC State AD Boo Corrigan's comments"

"(5:55) LSU didn't handle the hiring process well at all"

"(7:08) Jay Bilas weighs in on Will Wade returning to LSU"

"(12:10) It pays to cheat in college basketball"

"(13:15) Lane Kiffin wants patience from LSU fans"
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CHEATING PAYS! Will Wade Returns To LSU After Being FIRED For NCAA Violations

In this episode, Dan takes a deep dive into the romanticized idea of the "Carolina Family" hire. While the optics of Kenny "The Jet" Smith pacing the sidelines at the Dean Dome are incredible, Dan breaks down the logistical, recruiting, and tactical hurdles that make this a "dream" hire that could quickly turn into a nightmare.



"(00:00) Stephen A’s Kenny Smith Take"

"(00:41) UNC Job Opens & Coaching Debate Begins"

"(01:30) Can You Hire a Coach With No Experience?"

"(03:29) Recruiting vs X’s & O’s Debate"

"(05:21) Is This Just Media “Shilling”?"

"(07:48) What UNC Actually Needs in a Coach"
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Stephen A. Smith's Coaching Idea Would DESTROY North Carolina's Program

Dan Dakich slams Syracuse Women’s Basketball coach Felicia Legette-Jack for her "loser mentality" after she called playing UConn in the NCAA Tournament a "personal attack" following a 98-45 blowout loss. Dan breaks down why these excuses are unacceptable in March Madness and why the "victim mentality" is killing the competitive spirit of the game.

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"(00:00) Intro"

"(0:26) Felicia Legette-Jack's press conference after Uconn loss"

"(5:15) claims of a "personal attack""

"(6:40) March Madness isn't meant to be easy"

"(11:00) Uconn showed Syracuse mercy"
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LOSER MENTALITY! Syracuse Coach WHINES About Playing UConn

Dan Dakich doesn't hold back as he tackles the massive controversy surrounding Kansas star Darryn Peterson and his cryptic "mind stuff" comments regarding his rollercoaster season in Lawrence. With the NBA Draft approaching, Dan asks the ultimate question: can a franchise really trust their #1 overall pick to a player who admitted to being derailed by off-court factors?

Plus, Leonard Fournette calls out Emmanuel Acho, sparking a heated debate over NFL credibility and media takes. Dan breaks down the exchange, the responses, and why more players are pushing back on sports media personalities.



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"(00:00) Intro"

"(0:30) Darryn Peterson STOLE from Kansas boosters"

"(1:17) Jay Bilas wanted athletes to get paid"

"(1:28) Darryn Peterson blames "mind stuff" for bad season"

"(2:09) Darryn Peterson's excuses"

"(3:10) Kansas loss to St. Johns" 

"(4:30) Darryn Peterson shrugs off Kansas media"

"(5:10) Bill Self made a mistake"

"(5:45) Darryn Peterson still a lock for 1st pick in the NBA draft?"

"(10:23) Emmanuel Acho Gets Called Out by Leonard Fournette — And It’s Brutal"
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"Product of NONSENSE!" Dan Dakich RIPS Darryn Peterson for Stealing From Kansas Basketball

Dan Dakich breaks down a wild March Madness weekend, from Kevin Willard’s viral halftime joke to Mick Cronin’s epic "get a life" takedown of a woke reporter. Watch as we expose the media's desperate attempts to ruin the tournament and celebrate the coaches who aren't afraid to tell it like it is.

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"(00:00) Intro"

"(1:10) Villanova's Kevin Willard CRUSHED over a joke"

"(5:13) UCLA's Mick Cronin fires back at reporter"

"(8:15) Kentucky has fallen from the mountain top"

"(9:20) Texas the surprise of the tournament"

"(11:02) LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE"

"(12:02) March Madness takeaways with Sean" 
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Kevin Willard, Dan Hurley, and Mick Cronin SHUT DOWN Woke Reporters During March Madness

Dan Dakich breaks down Kentucky head coach Mark Pope’s calculated refusal to confirm a rumored $9 million NIL offer for Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg. Watch as Pope sidesteps the massive transfer portal allegations to launch a blistering critique of modern media and the "circus" surrounding the Wildcats program.



"(00:00) Mark Pope Fights Back"

"(4:50) Blurred lines in reporting"

"(4:22) BBN insecurity"

"(5:45) it's not just a Kentucky thing"

"(7:45) why didn't he answer the question"

"(10:00) Dusty May doesn't want these questions"


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Kentucky For Clicks? Mark Pope GOES OFF On NIL Accusations

Jack Hughes wants his “golden puck” back, but the Hockey Hall of Fame isn’t giving it up — and now there’s a real debate. Dan Dakich breaks down both sides, the history behind it, and who should actually own one of hockey’s biggest moments.

"(00:00) Jack Hughes Wants His Puck Back"

"(00:21) Hall of Fame’s Argument Explained"

"(01:38) Iconic Moments vs Player Ownership"

"(02:54) Pat McAfee Weighs In & Public Reaction"

"(05:09) Canada, Crosby & The Bigger Debate"

"(08:21) Final Verdict: Who Should Get the Puck?"
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Jack Hughes vs Hockey Hall of Fame, USA Hockey Drama & Who’s Right?

The brackets are out, the East Region is an absolute bloodbath, and the NIL era has officially created the biggest gap between the haves and have-nots in NCAA Tournament history. Dan Dakich and the crew break down the entire March Madness bracket. We are talking about why St. John's got completely robbed by the committee, why Purdue might have the sweetest path to the Final Four (if they don't choke), and why you absolutely cannot sleep on the Akron Zips pulling off the ultimate 12-5 upset. Plus, we dive into the wild stat that proves NIL is taking over: for the first time since 1985, every single top 16 seed is a 10+ point favorite.



"(00:00) Intro & Why St. John's Got Robbed by the Committee"

"(01:21) The East Region is an Absolute Bloodbath (Duke, Kansas, Pitino)"

"(04:10) Out West: Does Purdue Have the Easiest Path?"

"(07:28) Midwest Breakdown & My 12-5 UPSET SPECIAL (Akron)"

"(12:14) South Region: Is Florida Vulnerable? Watch out for Illinois!"

"(13:37) Bringing in the Crew: SEC Breakdown & Vanderbilt's Surge"

"(16:52) Duke's Title Chances & Escaping a Cannibalistic Bracket"

"(18:58) Will All Four #1 Seeds Make the Final Four?"

"(21:31) The NIL Effect: Why Every Top 16 Seed is a Massive Favorite"

"(25:40) The Most Important Players to Watch (Cam Boozer, Darius Acuff)"
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The 12-5 March Madness Upset NO ONE is Talking About

On today’s explosive episode of Don’t @ Me, Dan holds nothing back. He calls out the glaring hypocrisy of American sports stars who claim to fight for the oppressed but stay completely silent while the Iranian Women’s Soccer team literally risks their lives for freedom. Plus, Dan breaks down the chaotic possibility of Iran moving their 2026 World Cup games to Mexico.

Then, we transition from global politics to the hardwood. Dan unloads on Kansas star Hunter Dickinson for crying about negative Instagram comments while cashing $2 million NIL checks. Spoiler alert: Dan has zero sympathy for the "Big Boy Basketball" era.

Special Guest: Keith O’Brien, Author of Heartland
Author Keith O'Brien joins the show to reveal the dark, untold origin story of Larry Bird. Forget the Magic Johnson rivalry—this is the raw story of a broken kid from French Lick, overcoming poverty, his father's tragic suicide, and his disastrous stint at Indiana University, before finding salvation on a court in Terre Haute wearing a pair of blue jeans.

Chapter Markers

00:00:00 - Megan Rapinoe & The Silence on Iran's Oppressed Women
00:07:39 - Iran Wants 2026 World Cup Games Moved to Mexico
00:13:18 - Hunter Dickinson Whines About Fans After Taking $2M
00:21:26 - Interview: Keith O'Brien on the Untold Origin of Larry Bird
00:24:25 - Why Larry Bird Actually Walked Away from Bobby Knight
00:29:28 - The Legend of Larry Bird Dominating in Blue Jeans
00:34:01 - Dan Calls BS on Larry Bird "Hating the Spotlight"
00:38:45 - The Unwanted Sports Illustrated Cover & Dealing with Fame
00:45:45 - Red Auerbach's Gamble: Drafting Bird a Year Early
00:50:31 - Matt Leinart Refuses to Un-Retire His USC Jersey
00:52:32 - Arkansas QB Jalen Green's NFL Combine Excuses
00:55:25 - Mailbag: Nate Oats, Colts GM Chris Ballard, & Paying Taxes
00:59:44 - The Raw Emotion of Venezuela's WBC Win Over Team USA
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Megan Rapinoe’s Silence & The Truth About Larry Bird

Dan Dakich holds nothing back as he reacts to the shocking arrest of Alabama point guard Aden Holloway following a major narcotics raid. It’s a raw look at the fallout for the Crimson Tide and whether accountability still exists in college sports.

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"(00:00) Aden Holloway BUSTED"

"(3:34) Alabama & Nate Oats Response"

"(7:34) Breaking down the charges"

"(10:30) Alabama overreaction?"
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Aden Holloway Is Proof Nate Oats Has LOST CONTROL At Alabama

Miami Ohio’s Travis Steele joins Dan Dakich to expose the rampant tampering and "vultures" threatening their historic March Madness run. Discover the ugly truth about the transfer portal and how a mid-major powerhouse survives the modern NIL era.



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"(00:00) Intro"

"(0:55) "Home Game" vs SMU"

"(2:37) MAC Tournament collapse"

"(3:47) Media Pressure"

"(6:02) League Parity"

"(9:56) SMU challenges"

"(12:08) Tampering"

"(15:08) Athletic Director David Sayler"

"(15:51) Bruce Pearl's Criticism"

"(17:18) John Groce's Success at Akron"
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UGLY BUSINESS: Miami Ohio Fending Off Tamperers Amid Historic Run To March Madness

Dan Dakich unloads on Ryan Clark for "swinging for applause" and abandoning sports to dive headfirst into a heated national debate he’s wildly unprepared for. Watch as Dan breaks down why Clark’s latest "disgusting" labels prove he’s way out of his lane and prioritizing optics over facts.

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