Episodi

  • Episode 177- Leadership on Trial: Coaching Power, Player Influence, and the Cost of Trust

    Episode 177- Leadership on Trial: Coaching Power, Player Influence, and the Cost of Trust
    Jan 16 2026
    In this episode we take a deep dive into the NFL coaches shake up. How the face of the AFC North landscape has changed, as one gets pushed away and one steps away. But while one gets pushed away the same is being pulled in and not just by front office but by the teams QB

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    40 min
  • Episode 176 - Upsets, Blowouts & Broken Narratives: College Football's New Reality

    Episode 176 - Upsets, Blowouts & Broken Narratives: College Football's New Reality
    Jan 2 2026
    College football turned upside down in the College Football Playoff — and nothing feels the same anymore.
    On this episode of In The Zone with Anthony Smith, we break down Miami’s historic upset of Ohio State in what may be the biggest shock in CFP history. Is “The U” officially back? We also dive into Indiana’s dominant Rose Bowl blowout of Alabama, a win that sent shockwaves through the sport and raised serious questions about the Crimson Tide’s future under Kalen DeBoer.
    Plus, we examine the fallout from Alabama’s worst postseason loss ever, what it means for the SEC power structure, and why the Big 12 is once again under fire after Texas Tech’s latest playoff humiliation. Are traditional power programs losing their grip on college football — or is this chaos the new normal in the expanded CFP era?
    From historic wins to program-defining losses, this episode covers the moments, the numbers, and the narratives reshaping college football right before our eyes.
    🎙️ This is In The Zone.

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    52 min
  • Episode 175 - Resolutions, Rumors, and Reality Checks: How the NBA & NFL Close the Year

    Episode 175 - Resolutions, Rumors, and Reality Checks: How the NBA & NFL Close the Year
    Jan 1 2026
    The NBA is deep into enough into the season where teams can't hide anymore.
    The NFL is entering its most ruthless stretch- Black Monday season
    Front offices are showing their hands,
    Stars are positioning themselves and legacies are quietly being negotiated in real time.

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    32 min
  • Episode 174 - The Price of the Prime: Early Retirements and Joe Burrow's Future

    Episode 174 - The Price of the Prime: Early Retirements and Joe Burrow's Future
    Dec 16 2025
    Today we're tackling a topic that sends shivers down the spine of every NFL fan: the sudden, shocking early retirement of superstar players. We've seen it before, players walking away at the peak of their powers, leaving millions on the table and legacies unfinished. But why? And more importantly, with recent comments from Cincinnati Bengals' franchise quarterback, Joe Burrow, is history about to repeat itself?

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    37 min
  • Episode 173 - Losing the Fun, Losing the Game: "Burrow’s Honesty, Cam’s Frustration & Tampa’s Collaspe"

    Episode 173 - Losing the Fun, Losing the Game: "Burrow’s Honesty, Cam’s Frustration & Tampa’s Collaspe"
    Dec 12 2025
    In today's episode of In The Zone with Anthony, we break down three major stories shaking the NFL: Joe Burrow opens up about losing the joy in football-is this burnout or something deeper? Cam Newton feels disrespected after the Colts sign Philip Rivers - and he calls it a slap in the face. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers meltdown against the Falcons- who's really to blame for the collapse?
    Honest takes, deep analysis, and raw truth- this is In The Zone.

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    34 min
  • Episode- 172 $45 Million Price Tag, Venables' Blueprint, Historic Tunnel Controversy

    Episode- 172 $45 Million Price Tag, Venables' Blueprint, Historic Tunnel Controversy
    Nov 20 2025
    The $45 Million Price Tag: Venables' Blueprint, Kiffin Bowl Drama, and the Historic Tunnel Controversy

    📝 Show Description

    Host Anthony Smith is In The Zone to break down a chaotic Week 12 that redefined the College Football Playoff picture and exposed the financial stakes of the modern game.

    This week's CFB Blitz episode dives into:

    * CFP Chaos: Oklahoma's Brent Venables proves he has the blueprint for beating Alabama, handing the Tide a devastating loss and shining an uncomfortable spotlight on their running game. Plus, why Georgia is a virtual CFP lock and why we can officially end the Texas hype.

    * The $45 Million Question: We analyze the stunning decision by Maryland to retain Coach Michael Locksley, focusing on the cold, hard economics. The move avoids a $13 million buyout and an estimated $32.7 million in losses, redirecting a nine-figure sum toward NIL and fiscal stability—a look at the new calculus of coaching.

    * The Tunnel Controversy: A deep dive into the shocking viral video from the Texas A&M/South Carolina game where a Texas LEO deliberately bumped a player. We discuss the "eye-sore" incident and the need for professionalism around the game.

    * Heisman Hype: Highlighting the week's most unique performance: Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, the two-way terror who demands an invite to New York.

    This is the ultimate breakdown of the chaos, the cash, and the controversies from the CFB gridiron.

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    51 min
  • Episode - 171 Silence & Fire: Football's Mind Games

    Episode - 171 Silence & Fire: Football's Mind Games
    Nov 13 2025
    Get inside the locker room of the NFL most unforgettable storylines with In The Zone with Anthony Smith. Each week, Anthony unpacks the psychology of the league's Loudest silences, most calculated coaching moves, and motivational mind games. From the drama surrounding the Jets' media blackout, to the legacy moves of Bill Belichick, to the masterclass leadership of Mike Tomlin- you'll hear sharp analysis, real stories, and the strategies that define winning from the sidelines in addition to Brian Kelly filing a lawsuit against LSU. No script. No filters. Just unvarnished truth about nflpower, perception, and performance.

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    39 min
  • Episode - 170 Mavericks Unmasked: Power Plays & Pitfalls

    Episode - 170 Mavericks Unmasked: Power Plays & Pitfalls
    Nov 12 2025
    Anthony Smith takes you "In The Zone" for high stakes, high-drama night in the NBA. The Dallas Mavericks are in shambles after the firing of GM Nico Harrison, unraveling the aftermath of the Luka Doncic blockbuster and exploring the profiles of potential saviors. Meanwhile, Madison Square Garden is rocking-the Knicks' sudden turnaround has fans forgetting.the James Dolan drama, proving that winning can change the narrative overnight. Dive deep into front office strategy, fan sentiment, and what it takes to revive a franchise in crisis.

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    47 min