The Doug Gottlieb Show

Doug talks about 76ers C Joel Embiid's dominating night against the Lakers and the real reason why tanking works in sports. He also tells you why this NFL season reminds him a lot of the 2015 NBA season when the Warriors and Steph Curry won their first championship. Plus, Sammy Watkins from Rams joins the show to talk about their high powered offense and his departure from the Buffalo Bills.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks about Joel Embiid's dominating performance against the Lakers. He also shares something that is really important in sports that people rarely talk about. Plus, Cardinals running back David Johnson joins the show and Doug asks him about recovering from his injury and what he's been doing during his time away from football. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's always a story behind the story and Doug explains the story behind Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor getting benched. Doug reacts to the breaking news that Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is dropping his appeal and will serve his 6 game suspension. And Daniel Jeremiah from the NFL Network joins the show to discuss what is expected from new Bills quarterback Nathan Peterman and whether the Steelers are actually good.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug tells you what Bills head coach Sean McDermott is really trying to do by benching quarterback Tyrod Taylor. He reacts to the news that Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliot is withdrawing his appeal for his six-game suspension. Plus, Daniel Jerimiah of NFL Network joins Doug to discuss Taylor getting benched, as well as whether or not the Steelers are for real this season.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug discusses the Cavaliers comeback against the Knicks and why NBA stars always step up when they play in Madison Square Garden. He explains why it's important to consider context when talking about Panthers QB Cam Newton and where he ranks among NFL quarterbacks. And Saints WR Michael Thomas joins the show and tells Doug he thinks the NFC South is the best division in the NFL.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug gives his thoughts on the Cavaliers comeback against the Knicks and why LeBron needs to be held accountable. He discusses the Panthers win over the Dolphins on Monday Night Football and why context is so important when talking about Cam Newton. Saints Wide Receiver Michael Thomas joins the show to talk about winning 7 games in a row. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks about the Cowboys losing to the Falcons without Ezekiel Elliott and Tyron Smith and what that tells you about Dak Prescott and the rest of their team. He discusses the on-going feud between Cavaliers LeBron James and former Knicks President Phil Jackson and why it's time for LeBron to take his own advice. Plus, lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt joins the show to talk about all the upsets from over the weekend.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug reacts to the Cowboys getting dominated by the Falcons in their first game of the season without Ezekiel Elliot. He explains why LeBron James decided to take a shot at the Knicks for passing on Dennis Smith Jr. in this year’s draft. Plus, Fox College Football Lead Analyst Joel Klatt joins Doug to discuss Alabama’s close game against Mississippi State over the weekend, as well as how the CFP rankings are going to shift this week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug calls out NFL players for always complaining about Thursday Night Football without ever acknowledging why it exists in the first place. He previews the Cowboys taking on the Falcons and thinks this is a HUGE game for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. NFL on FOX and 3 time Super Bowl Champion Mark Schlereth joins the show to discuss the biggest games in the NFL for week 10. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks about everyone's criticism of Thursday Night Football and tells you why it's not going anywhere. He also talks about Dak Prescott and whether or not he's going to be Justin Timberlake or David Lee Roth in his solo career. Three time Superbowl Champion Mark Schlereth joins the show to discuss the biggest games in the NFL for week 10. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug explains why tonight's Thursday Night Football game is a great example why fans might not be tuning to the NFL as regularly anymore. He reacts to the breaking news that Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott's suspension is back on. And Peter King from the MMQB joins the show to talk about the growing feud between Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks about tonight’s game between the Seahawks and Cardinals and why this is a perfect example of the NFL’s problems. He also covers the latest in Ezekiel Elliott’s six-game suspension. Doug talks to Iowa’s head coach Kirk Ferentz and discusses Saturday’s game against Wisconsin, working with such a young team and their big win over Ohio State last week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug tells you why the NBA regular season is entertaining, even if you might know how it all ends. He explains why Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones might be getting ready to take down Commissioner Roger Goodell and other NFL owners. Plus, the longest tenured LA Ram, Rodger Saffold joins the show to talk about how they’ve turned things around after last year’s disappointing season. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug compares the NBA regular season to Apollo 13 and The Titanic. He talks about Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones preparing to go to war with Commissioner Roger Goodell and other NFL owners. Plus, the longest tenured player for the Rams (Rodger Saffold) joins the show to talk about their turn around from one season ago.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug explains why the Packers are lost without Aaron Rodgers and why you shouldn't blame the general manager or head coach. He discusses the relationship between Andrew Luck and Colts owner Jim Irsay and whether Luck wants out of Indianapolis. Plus Chargers running back Melvin Gordon joins the show to talk about his Alma Mater, Wisconsin, and how he spent his time off during the bye week.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug discusses the Packers losing again without Aaron Rodgers and why you can't blame their head coach or general manager. He explains why their could be an issue between Andrew Luck and Colts owner Jim Irsay. Charger running back Melvin Gordon joins the show to talk about his alma mater Wisconsin and how he spent his bye-week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug tells you why it isn’t a good idea to promote head coaches from within, especially in the NFL. He thinks Deion Sanders' comments about Tony Romo were out of line. Plus, Houston Astros starting pitcher and World Series champion Lance McCullers joins Doug to talk about his gutty performance in Game 7 of the World Series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug explains why it's difficult for head coaches to succeed when they are promoted from within. He calls out Deion Sanders for going too far with his comments about Tony Romo. And World Series champion and Astros pitcher Lance McCullers joins the show to talk about starting game 7 of the World Series.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a certain trait players need to be stars in the NBA. Doug tells you what that is and why he's worried Lakers PG Lonzo Ball might not have it. He also compares the NFL to Justin Bieber and explains why things could be better for America's most popular sport. Plus, NFL Insider Jason La Canfora joins the show to provide the latest insight on Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott's suspension.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug tells you why the concerns about Lonzo Ball go beyond his physical abilities, and it's more about his approach to the game. He compares the NFL to Justin Bieber and why we are always trying to tear things down. Plus, Daniel Jeremiah from the NFL Network joins the show to talk about Jimmy Garoppolo's fit with the 49ers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.