The pads came on in St. Joe: This week in KCSN
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KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
PODCASTS
Only Weird Games: With the pads coming on, Joshua Brisco, Seth Keysor and ESPN’s Nate Taylor began the week discussing Josh Simmons appearing to lock down the left tackle position even after full contact began in St. Joe. On Thursday, they went live to discuss the battle for the sixth wide receiver spot on the depth chart.
KC Laboratory: Matt Lane and Kent Swanson, too, kicked off the week by following up on the report that Simmons is “on track” to be the Chiefs’ week one starter at left tackle. They also went over some “buy or sell” training camp questions and ranked their top 10 linebackers in the NFL. On Wednesday, they discussed what they want to see next coming out of training camp, some injuries that are popping up, and finished it off by ranking their top 10 defensive tackles.
That Football Show: On their end-of-week show, Matt Verdarame and Tucker Franklin kept the Chiefs’ biggest storyline of camp going, speaking on how Simmons is exactly what the Chiefs offense needed this offseason. Their mid-week show highlighted the winners and losers thus far through training camp.
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KANSAS CITY ROYALS
PODCASTS
One Royal Way: The Royals had a very busy week before the trade deadline, and they are stringing a few good series together. Check out Joel Penfield’s latest episode, breaking down the additions to the team, as well as how the team is playing right now.
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KU, K-STATE & MIZZOU
JAYHAWKS
PODCASTS
Pay Heed: Nick Springer and Kevin Flaherty discuss the latest news surrounding the health of Bill Self and what it could mean for Kansas basketball ahead of the 2025 season. The guys also break down a new commitment for the Jayhawks and what he adds to the roster.
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WILDCATS
PODCASTS
3MAW: Joshn Kurtz, Cole Manbeck and Derek Young had a busy week, releasing three episodes and having two K-State personalities on as guests. They kicked off the week having on color analyst and former quarterback, Stan Weber and ended the week with the voice of the Wildcats, Wyatt Thompson. They discussed expectations for the 2025 season, why Avery Johnson is set up for success, amongst other football topics. The mid-week show showcased an over/under numbers game between the guys.
Verbal Commitment: Kevin Flaherty and Ryan Wallace break down the latest local recruiting updates, share the Tacos 4 Life Metro Player of the Week, and reveal a brand new Simone Award — the Andre Maloney Memorial Award for an outstanding defensive back in the metro area. Simone Awards board member Wayne Orr joins the guys to help introduce the new award. Additionally, Kevin and Ryan share their reactions to their trip to Pittsburg, Kansas, for Pitt State's camp.
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KC SOCCER
Sporting KC
PODCASTS
No Other Pod: Jimmy Mack and Daniel Kooser react to a hard loss for Sporting Kansas City against Vancouver. The guys break down what happened and discuss the importance of the final stretch of the season for the team's future.
Kansas City Current
PODCASTS
Currently: Daniel Kooser and Chris Wright break down defender Kayla Sharples’ signing a contract extension to remain with the team through 2027, what it means for the rest of the roster and preview the rest of the NWSL season after the international break.
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