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Buzz Williams on the Sweet 16 and Browns TE David Njoku on the Hype Train
The NFL world has descended upon Arizona for the annual owners' meetings, providing a glorious photo op of head coaches staring directly into the sun looking like they just stumbled out of a fraternity formal. Big Cat and PFT were immediately drawn to Andy Reid’s impeccable Hawaiian shirt vibes, but the real intrigue came from the sideline shots of Cliff Kingsbury looking a bit too put-together for the job.
Big CatCliff Kingsbury is too pretty to win a Super Bowl
Cliff Kingsbury, that guy's too fucking smooth... you can't win a Super Bowl looking that pretty.
While the coaches squinted at the sun, Antonio Brown was busy releasing a one-episode podcast about "making the best decision," which is definitely the move of a guy who is 100% stable and thrilled with his new situation. Big Cat isn't buying the Raiders' honeymoon phase for a second.
Big CatAntonio Brown already wants off the Raiders
Antonio Brown is still subtweeting people. He's still going after people... my theory's right. Like, he doesn't want to be a Raider... He's like one step away from being like, I love the Raiders so much and this is the best move of my entire life. I'm so happy and here's a podcast telling you how happy I am.
Too Late Baseball Predictions
With Opening Day basically already in the books for Japan, the crew locked in their division winners. Hank decided to go off the board with some truly inspired picks that probably have Vegas bookies salivating. He's backing the Tigers in the Central and a major bounce-back for the Giants in the West.
HankThe Detroit Tigers will win the AL Central
The Tigers are in the Central, right? Oh, wow. Tigers... Is Vegas always right? [Vegas win total 68]
HankThe Giants will win the NL West
And then in the NL West, we'll go with the Giants.
Not to be outdone in the "optimistic projection" department, PFT is all-in on the Reds and the energy of Yasiel Puig. Meanwhile, Big Cat is leaning on the numbers, or at least his memory of what the numbers used to be, to predict a big year at Wrigley.
PFT CommenterThe Cincinnati Reds will win the NL Central
Then in the Central, I'm going to go my Reds. My Reds are looking pretty good. Central's going to be tough this year. They got Puig. People forget.
Big CatThe Chicago Cubs will have a rebound year and win the NL Central
NL Central, the Cubs are going to win. This is the rebound year. I can feel it.
Hot Seat/Cool Throne
Big Baller Brand is officially in the furnace as Lonzo Ball distances himself from the family business. Hank thinks the writing is on the wall for the triple-B empire.
HankBig Baller Brand is officially coming to an end
Big Baller Brand is in hot water. It might be the end of Big Baller Brand... Lonzo Ball's manager apparently stole like a million and a half dollars from him. So he got fired... yeah, they're just, it's probably, probably the end of Big Baller Brand.
Big Cat’s Hot Seat is his own future, announcing that he is going to be a father in June. While we are all thrilled for Dad Cat, the implications for the show are dire. PFT immediately questioned if the child will be allowed to play football, to which Big Cat confirmed that if he isn't a dominant lefty reliever, he's at least going to be a long snapper.
On the Cool Throne, Robert Kraft’s legal strategy has him pleading not guilty, though Big Cat remains skeptical of the owner's defense after the apology tour.
Big CatRobert Kraft is probably guilty despite his 'not guilty' plea
Mr. Kraft... Not guilty. That's his plea. He still probably is guilty, but he pled not guilty. He pled not guilty to not being sorry. He's truly sorry for disappointing people, but he has pled not guilty.
Buzz Williams and the Cat's Destiny
Virginia Tech head coach Buzz Williams joined the show ahead of the Hokies' Sweet 16 matchup against Duke. While the rest of the media wants to talk about Zion Williamson, Buzz is focused on the life lessons and the incredible connectedness of his squad.
Buzz WilliamsA team's connectedness is more important than talent or coaching
You can't be in the Sweet 16, or it's rare if you're in the Sweet 16, if you think it's only based on talent or if it's only based on coaching. There have to be a lot of other intangibles... it's the connectedness of your staff and the example that your staff sets for your team.
There is more than just a trip to the Elite Eight on the line. If Buzz can lead Virginia Tech to an upset over the Blue Devils, Hank is legally obligated to adopt a cat. The name has already been decided: LeBron Buzz Lockwood. Buzz seems fully aware of the responsibility on his shoulders to change Hank’s life for the better through feline ownership.
David Njoku: The Chief of Cleveland
Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku sat down with the guys to discuss the absolute rocket ship that is the Cleveland Browns' hype. Between Baker Mayfield’s fiery leadership and the addition of Odell Beckham Jr., the Browns are the most talked-about team in the league. Njoku isn't shying away from the expectations either.
David NjokuThe Cleveland Browns will win over 12.5 games in 2019
Over [12.5 wins]. Do you expect me to say under to that? Guaranteed.
David NjokuI will have over 12 touchdown catches in 2019
I'm saying over for everything [including 12 touchdowns].
Njoku also broke down his daily meditation habit, which apparently started when he was accidentally hypnotized in the eighth grade. He hasn't looked back since, envisioning touchdowns while his body stays in a state of total relaxation. He also paid his respects to the greats, confirming that despite the Browns' upward trajectory, he still recognizes the dominance of the guys who came before him.
David NjokuRob Gronkowski is the greatest tight end of all time
Yes, Gronk [is the GOAT]. I'm kind of upset he retired. I wish he stayed one more year because we were playing the Patriots this year.
We wrapped up with an embrace debate on the color of tennis balls that nearly tore the room apart. PFT and Hank are firmly in the green camp, while Big Cat is standing on the yellow hill alone.
PFT CommenterTennis balls are definitely green
I already know the answer to it. No, they're green... Yeah, they're probably green. They're definitely green.
Big CatTennis balls are yellow
So I'm like a genius mind [for being in the 42% who say they are yellow]... I don't go with the sheep.
Make sure to watch out for turkey vultures if you're ever in Bristol.
