The Doug Gottlieb Show

Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue will take a leave of absence to deal with health concerns and Doug is starting to feel bad for LeBron James. He thinks Virginia head coach Tony Bennett is getting undeserved criticism for losing to 16-seed UMBC. Texas Tech head coach Chris Beard joins the show to talk about his previous run with Arkansas Little Rock and how that compares to his current team advancing to the Sweet Sixteen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Beyer and Jonas Knox fill in for Doug Gottlieb and react to Arizona being upset by Buffalo in the first round of the NCAA Tournament and discuss the overall struggle the Pac 12 has had in both college basketball and football. The guys also, try to grasp why Richard Sherman continues to take shots at the Seattle Seahawks, give you their best and worst NCAA Tournament tosses, talk about the double standard with people’s fantasy football teams compared to their brackets and The John Ramos Show! Guests include: The Sporting News’ Mike DeCourcy and NFL Inisider Jason La Canfora Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Gottlieb filled in no The Herd and explains why trainer and health guru Alex Guerrero was seen as toxic in the locker room to Patriots' HC Bill Belichick. Also, Doug feels a marriage between NBA star LeBron James and the San Antonio Spurs would fizzle from the start. Plus, it's obvious Oklahoma point guard Trae Young is a very special talent, but is he ready for the NBA after one season of college basketball? FS1 hoops analyst and FOX Sports Radio host Chris Broussard joins Doug to talk LeBron's future home as well as the NBA readiness of Trae Young. Other guests include: FOX NASCAR announcer and former professional stock car driver Jeff Gordon and Jacksonville Jaguars CB AJ Bouye. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug calls the first day of the NCAA men's basketball tournament "Haters Day" because people hate on schools for no reason. He also reacts to Oklahoma losing in the first round and what that means for G Trae Young. Plus Rhode Island head coach Dan Hurley joins the show to talk about their win over Oklahoma and to tell Doug how they stopped Young. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug reacts live to all of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament games as round 1 has officially begun. He gives his thoughts on Oklahoma G Trae Young losing in the first round and if he should leave for the NBA. Rhode Island head coach Dan Hurley joins the show after their win over Oklahoma to tell Doug how they stopped Young. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Doug off, Dan Beyer and Jonas Knox fill in and give their thoughts about 7x All Pro tackle Joe Thomas retiring after 11 seasons. As NFL free agency continues they debate if it's better to be a Vikings fan or a Broncos fan right now. Former NFL QB Brady Quinn joined the show to talk about playing with Joe Thomas and shares a story from their time together as roommates. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Gottlieb and Jason Smith filled in on the Dan Patrick Show and shared their thoughts on UCLA Basketball's unrealistic expectations, the Browns' confusing plan of attack for the 2018 season, and the biggest winners and losers on Day 1 of NFL Free Agency! Plus, the guys have some fun discussing Doug's car troubles from earlier this morning (and the street ball legend that helped him out). And, appearances by CBS Sports college basketball analyst Clark Kellogg, NFL on FOX analyst Charles Davis, and ESPN Basketball insider Jeff Goodman. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug thinks the Vikings made the right move by signing Kirk Cousins because they are ready to win now. He also gives props to Drew Brees for taking less money to stay with the Saints. Plus PAC 12 Commissioner Larry Scott joins the show to share their recommendations to the NCAA for fixing college basketball.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug tells you why the Minnesota Vikings were the team to land Kirk Cousins in free agency. He also thinks Drew Brees made the right choice by taking less money to stay with the Saints. PAC 12 Commissioner Larry Scott joins the show to talk about their recommendations to the NCAA on fixing college basketball, and why PAC 12 teams were under seeded in the college basketball tournament. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Smith and Doug Gottlieb filled in on the Dan Patrick Show and shared their thoughts on John Elway's decision to pass on Kirk Cousins and tab Case Keenum as the next starting QB in Denver, explain why the Chiefs and Bears are both taking big risks by signing Sammy Watkins and Allen Robinson, plus the guys get you ready for the First Four games of March Madness. And appearances by former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, CBS college basketball analyst Steve Lappas and Bleacher Report NFL columnist Mike Freeman. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug breaks down the NCAA bracket and thinks the committee is making a mistake by not including enough “Cinderella” teams. He also tells Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr if he wants to be paid like a quarterback, he should start acting like one. FS1 Bracketologists Howie Schwab joins the show to tell Doug what the committee got right and what they got wrong. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug says injuries bring down dynasties and that's why the Warriors should be concerned about Steph Curry's latest ankle injury. He thinks fans are too caught up in the name brand of Richard Sherman to realize his age and that he's trying to come back from a major injury. And Gonzaga head coach Mark Few joins the show to discuss college basketball’s systemic problems and how they plan to follow up last year's run to the Final Four. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug thinks the one thing that could bring down the Warriors dynasty is injuries which is why they should be worried about Steph Curry’s ankle problems. He tells you to forget about the big name with Richard Sherman and remember he’s coming off a big time injury. Gonzaga head coach Mark Few joins the show to discuss following up their Final 4 appearance last season and how he deals with recruits who ask for money. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug wants more information about the line of questioning when LSU Derrius Guice revealed he was asked by a NFL team "if he likes men". He thinks LeBron James is trying to send a message to potential teams in free agency about his durability going forward. NFL Insider Jason La Canfora joins the show to discuss the Seahawks remaking their roster and where Kirk Cousins will sign in free agency.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LSU running back Derrius Guice said he was asked at the NFL if he likes men and Doug thinks we should know the context of the question before we overreact. Doug thinks the popularity of Oklahoma basketball and Trae Young should absolutely matter when you determine if they should get in the tournament or not. Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess joins the show to talk about becoming the team’s top receiver and if he was asked any awkward questions at the Combine. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Beyer and Jonas Knox fill in for Doug, and tell you why the Seahawks decided to trade Michael Bennett and why Richard Sherman could be next. They also discuss tanking in the NBA who gets hurt the most by teams who decide to tank. NBA Insider Chris Broussard joins the show to give his thoughts on how super teams in the NBA are formed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug loves the idea of the letting players return to college if they go undrafted but doesn't think it is that simple. He also thinks it's time for Bill Belichick to put a "no” man on his coaching staff with the Patriots. Plus former offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz joins the show to tell Doug whether the Steelers did the right thing by franchise tagging Le'Veon Bell for a second straight season.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug thinks Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has a really great idea to allow players who go undrafted to return to college, but he’s not sure how realistic it is. He discusses the reports out of New England that Bill Belichick might need some “no people” on his coaching staff. Former offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz joins the show to tell Doug if the Steelers did the right thing by franchise tagging Le’Veon Bell for the second straight year.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug gives his thoughts on the NFL combine and why there’s one high profile prospect that could struggle at the next level. He also tells you if the NBA can actually develop an alternative route into the league without playing college basketball. Virginia head coach Tony Bennett joins the show to talk about their rise to the number 1 ranking in the country and the current status of college basketball.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug discusses the NFL combine and why he thinks Lamar Jackson could struggle to transition to the NFL. He also has doubts about the NBA creating an alternative to route the league without playing college basketball. Virginia head coach Tony Bennett joins the show to talk about being the top ranked team in the country and get his reaction to the scandals across college basketball.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.