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Deion Sanders on Grit, NYC Sanitation, and Waffle House Warfare
Grit Week 2020 is officially here, and while the world looks a little different, the energy in the studio is as gritty as ever. Big Cat and PFT are gearing up for a 24-hour livestream to raise money for charity, featuring everything from hot dog eating contests to Billy football running a treadmill marathon. To kick things off, the guys looked at the return of baseball and the hilarious "new normal" of empty stadiums and digital fans.
Big Cat is already obsessing over the statistical anomalies that a 60-game sprint will produce.
Big CatThe 60-game MLB season 'on pace' stats are going to be electric
The on pace oh I for the 60 Game season is going to be electric. It sucks though, because not as many people are doing the on pace tweets... like Bryce Harper's on pace for 350 RBIs.
Beyond the stats, the lack of crowd noise is changing the game's psychology. Without the roar of the fans, players and managers can hear every single word coming from the opposing dugout, leading to a much more hostile environment on the diamond.
Big CatMLB players will fight more this year because they can hear trash talk in empty stadiums
I think there might be more tempers flaring because you can hear every slight every you remark that is said in an empty Stadium. I really want the broadcast to turn off the pumpkin crowd noise when there's a manager argument with the Umpire.
Turning to the NBA, the big story was Lou Williams leaving the bubble to attend a funeral but getting caught at Magic City in Atlanta. PFT, ever the man of the people, thinks the league needs to be more proactive about player needs while they're stuck in Orlando.
PFT CommenterAdam Silver should put a strip club inside the NBA bubble
I blame Adam Silver because Adam Silver should have a strip club inside the bubble. There should be a strip club. Yes. These are these are NBA players with needs and that among these are casual lap dances and Delicious lemon pepper barbecue wings.
Prime Time in the Building
Deion Sanders joined the show for an all-timer of an interview. The Hall of Famer didn't hold back on his legacy, his career as a two-sport star, and his legendary confidence. When asked about his current athletic ability, Prime was adamant that he could still help a pro team if called upon today.
Deion SandersI could still play a limited role in the NFL or MLB today
I would have to play a limited role. I got to set myself up with situation to succeed and not to fail, but that is true. I could play nickel or free safety in football, and in baseball I could pinch run, get in late, drop you down a bunt to third and beat it out.
Deion also reflected on his time at Florida State and his relationship with Bobby Bowden. While many modern fans point to Nick Saban as the gold standard, Deion reminded everyone that Bowden’s consistency at FSU was nearly unmatched in the history of the sport.
Deion SandersBobby Bowden is one of the most underrated coaches in college football history
I think Bobby Bowden is one of the most underrated coaches. He had a 14-year stretch where the Florida State Seminoles finished in the top five. That's insane. Coach Bowden was a wonderful human being, very personable, very spiritual. He's like a father being away from home.
Of course, you can't talk to Deion without mentioning his style. He famously brought the "look good, play good" mantra to the mainstream, and he isn't humble about his place in the pantheon of cool.
Deion SandersI am the Mount Rushmore of swag
You have probably the most swag of any athlete ever it something truly Mount Rushmore, right? [Deion]: That is true. Yes. I'm not no. I'm not in the Mount Rushmore. I am the Mount Rushmore. You personify swag.
Things got weird when the conversation shifted to public restrooms. Deion revealed his strict rules for bathroom etiquette and his preference for the great outdoors, noting that he often steps outside at night just to enjoy the breeze while taking care of business.
Deion SandersPeeing into a lake or ocean is satisfying because it's Nature's toilet
It's really satisfying though to pee into a lake or into an ocean, you know, Nature's toilet. Because the water is going to catch you. It's the coolness and the freedom, and just the wind whistling around your MBA balls.
Real Life Grit and Waffle House Wars
In keeping with the Grit Week theme, the guys welcomed Mr. Kruger, a veteran NYC sanitation worker. He gave a fascinating look into the "mafia" stereotypes of the business, the dangers of the job, and the specific animals you do not want to cross in a Bronx alleyway.
Mr. KrugerRaccoons and skunks are more dangerous and defensive than rats on a trash route
Raccoons and skunks are a different ball game [than rats]. The rats have their own route, they go back to their crevice. Raccoons and skunks are trying to protect their garbage and they'll say, 'Enjoy yourself, I'll see you tomorrow.' I'll stand down to a raccoon.
To wrap things up, the show featured a highly anticipated Monday Reading sequel. We finally heard the boyfriend's side of the story regarding his recurring fistfights with a Waffle House cook named Aaron. It turns out this is a decade-long rivalry involving high school bullying, trumpet-stuffing, and incorrectly cooked eggs. Big Cat loves the commitment to the bit but thinks the listener needs to change his strategy if he ever wants to truly win.
Big CatYou can't beat a Waffle House cook on his home turf; you need to use sneaky tactics
I obviously I'm very much on this guy side. I want him to win. I think he needs to start thinking a lot smarter though... you're not going to beat him on his home turf. No, you have to find a sneaky way to do this.
It’s a long road to the wedding, but hopefully, he gets those runny eggs before the big day.
