PMT DB
PMT DB
Chris Johnson and Bartolo Colon on Titans, Big Sexy, and NFL Week 4
NFL Week 4 is upon us, and the board is looking a little thin, but that doesn't matter because Jared Goff is currently playing like the greatest quarterback to ever walk the earth. After the Rams dismantled the Vikings on Thursday Night, Big Cat is ready to crown them already.
Big CatThe Rams are officially the team to beat in the NFL
I feel so proud of our friend Jared Goff, and the Rams are officially the team to beat. Circle them, put them on the pedestal. They are a fucking juggernaut.
PFT is taking it a step further, looking ahead to a potential Super Bowl matchup that would basically be the PMT Invitational.
PFT CommenterAll signs are pointing to a Jared Goff vs. Blake Bortles Super Bowl
All signs are pointing to a Jared Goff-Blake Bortles Super Bowl right now. We're going to have to be in attendance wearing the jersey that Brady Quinn's sister used to wear when Quinn played against A.J. Hawk.
The guys broke down the upcoming slate, featuring a 'Loser Leaves Town' match between the Lions and Cowboys and an 'Are We Sure They're Good' game between the Dolphins and Patriots. While the Dolphins are 3-0, PFT remains a skeptic until they prove it in Foxborough.
PFT CommenterUntil proven otherwise, the Dolphins aren't a real NFL team
Until proven otherwise, the Dolphins aren't a real NFL team. [Big Cat]: Until they win this game [against the Patriots]. If they win the 'Are We Sure They're Good' game, they are then good.
Speaking of teams that might not be real, the NFC East is currently a race to the bottom of a trash can. PFT isn't just low on the Giants or Cowboys; he's ready to write off the entire division's postseason hopes before October even hits.
PFT CommenterI don't think anyone from the NFC East is making the playoffs
I don't think anybody's making the playoffs out of that crap division [NFC East].
One of the biggest storylines in the league remains Le'Veon Bell’s ongoing holdout in Pittsburgh. While most people are talking about the money, PFT is focused on the logistics of how Bell can skip games without actually having to play football.
PFT CommenterLe'Veon Bell should fake a concussion test to get out of playing
He could probably do it. Also, he could just go and get concussed. That's true. That would probably be the easiest thing to do is just fake screwing up your concussion test. Right. Count backwards from seven and just count backwards from two every time.
CJ2K and Smash & Dash
Titans legend Chris Johnson joined the show to talk about his legendary 2,000-yard season and what it's like to be the fastest man on the planet. He was joined in studio by his old 'Smash and Dash' partner Lendale White. The conversation naturally turned to their old coach, Jeff Fisher, and Chris Johnson had some inside info on a potential return to the sidelines.
Chris JohnsonJeff Fisher will return to coaching in the NFL next year
I know he will. Actually, I talked to him... a year ago. And he said... he was going to take a year off and then he'll probably get back into coaching. So probably next year.
Lendale White also took a trip down memory lane to the 2006 Rose Bowl against Texas. It’s been over a decade, but the sting of that loss hasn't faded, especially regarding the play-calling down the stretch.
USC would have beaten Texas in the Rose Bowl if they had run the ball more
I definitely feel if we would have ran the ball more, the game would have been over. [Big Cat]: What about when Reggie did the fumble?... [Lendale White]: I'm sure Chris can attest to this... I know if I was in the game, I would have caught it and scored.
Chris Johnson also gave his thoughts on the modern game, noting that the physical, ground-and-pound style he and Lendale played is becoming a relic of the past as the league office continues to tweak the rules.
Chris JohnsonThe NFL is definitely getting soft with the new rules
[Big Cat]: So do you land on the NFL getting soft, or do you think it's good that they're trying to protect players? [Chris Johnson]: It's definitely getting soft.
Big Sexy in the Building
In a historic moment for the program, 21-year MLB veteran Bartolo Colon joined the show with our colleague Liz Gonzalez interpreting. Bartolo discussed his legendary nickname, his fitness routine, and why he still watches the tape of his lone career home run against the Padres.
Bartolo ColonI would like to pitch one more year in Major League Baseball
If we make it to next year, I'd like to get one more year in.
We finally got the truth about the 'Big Sexy' moniker, which apparently started as a Noah Syndergaard T-shirt idea before becoming a global phenomenon. Bartolo also confirmed he has zero interest in touching Adrian Beltre’s head, proving he has more survival instincts than most players in the league.
Segments and Grab Bag
During the Friday Grab Bag, the guys debated the scientific properties of sand and the true identity of animal crackers. Big Cat has a very specific hierarchy for the zoo-themed snacks.
Big CatAnimal crackers are cookies, not crackers
I think they're cookies. They're sweet. They're not savory, they're sweet... they're the worst cookie but the best cracker.
Finally, we had a quick 'Break in Case of Emergency' for the NBA, as rumors swirled regarding a potential destination for Jimmy Butler. Big Cat is already envisioning a new powerhouse in the desert.
Big CatJimmy Butler has officially been traded to the Phoenix Suns
Breaking case of emergency, Jimmy Butler trade. He just got traded to the Suns... Devin Booker, DeAndre Ayton, Jimmy Butler.
Just remember, if the Cavs look terrible this year, they aren't losing, they're just getting a world-class education.
