NBA and NHL Playoffs, Pineda Pine Tar, NFL Schedule: JGST 4/24

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri discusses the major headlines in the NBA playoffs, including his thoughts on the why the Rockets have been shut out in their series against the Trail Blazers, whether the Bobcats can win a game against the Heat, and more.

Next, he gives his two-cents on Michael Pineda being caught using pine tar with the New York Yankees, and explains why more parties may be at blame than the New York pitcher.

Then, he goes around the NHL playoffs, including his take on the possible consequences of a Penguins loss against the Blue Jackets and more.

Finally, Amiri wraps things up with analysis on the NFL's 2014 schedule, and dishes on the teams that got the good and bad stick from the schedule-makers.

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Full Show: JGST 3/12

On today's edition of JG Sports Talk, host Amiri Tulloch begins by talking NFL free agency with Nolan Hack, host of TheRundown and owner of Rundown13.com. Nolan gives the most eye-popping deal so far, including a team that has impressed him over the span of the first two days of Free Agency. Listen here.

Next, Paul Hicks, the NFL's Executive Vice President of Communications, joins the show to discuss a plethora of meaningful NFL topics. Paul comments on the buzz and popularity of the NFL during the offseason, his thoughts on the Redskins' name controversy, the biggest concern with the potential n-word ban, and his take on the NFL's rumored extra-point rule change. Listen here.

Finally, Amiri wraps things up with his opinions on the breaking news that Darrelle Revis would be heading to the New England Patriots on a one-year contract. Listen here.

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The Green And White Show -- Episode XLV

FROM JOSEPH HAAS AT HCOFTHENYJ.COM:

It’s still the Green & White Show with Joseph Haas (@JerseyHaas) & Amiri Tulloch (@AmiriTulloch) and we’re still bringing you that football Sunday feel every Saturday afternoon!! 

We kick things off with a discussion on players making the tough transition from current player, to former NFL player with our guest Sharee Graham, a Consultant with the NFLPA. Ms. Graham is also Editor of How We Live Magazine as well as host of The Inside Wire, a sports radio show. We tackle topics from education, to potential career options for both the popular, and not-so popular NFL players, after they decide hang ‘em up.

In What Jets Said, we hear from HC Rex Ryan, again being supportive of one of his players. Reports have Mark Sanchez throwing with “good velocity”, and we wonder if he still has a place on this football team. Would a healthy Mark Sanchez help the Jets? If he restructured his contract, should the Jets consider bringing him back? We answer both questions.

We continue or QB conversation, tossing around names like Josh McCown and Mike Vick, which have been floated by those in the know. McCown turned heads while subbing in for Jay Cutler in Chicago, and Mike Vick has prior experience working with current NYJ OC Marty Mornhinweg. Whether it’s McCown or Vick (or even Sanchez), it’s clear Geno Smith will have competition for the starting QB position in 2014. A guy who won’t need to worry about competition in 2014, Nick Folk! The Jets placed the franchise tag on their “Folk Hero” giving him a raise from about $780K to nearly $3.5M. He may’ve received a raise, but didn’t get that long-term deal he was looking for. 

In the Great Debate, we table our usual back-and forth, and get into a topic we should all be concerned about… player safety! We’re not just talking professional football players, but players of all ages, and especially the youngest, and most vulnerable. We’re honored to be joined again by Dr. Steven Novicky, the founder of ShockStrip, Inc., and creator of the shockstrip. We discuss his specialized exterior helmet pads, and how they increase an athlete’s level of protection by decreasing the force of impact in helmet-to-helmet contact. We have the opportunity to congratulate Dr. Novicky on receiving a notice of allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trade Office, which listed shockstrips as “Enhanced Impact Absorption Strips for Protective Headgear.” 

We hope you enjoy the very informative conversation on this week’s edition of the Green And White Show with Joseph Haas and Amiri Tulloch!

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The Green & White Show is a part of the Fan vs. Fan Radio Network. Your hosts Joseph Haas and Amiri Tulloch bring you colorful commentary on the latest news and notes from the team that calls Florham Park its home. The New York Jets have played a lot of games since Joe Namath guaranteed that victory in Super Bowl III; how many more games will they play before they play in their next one? We follow the team on their journey for a championship, bringing you a football Sunday feel EVERY Saturday afternoon!

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Heat's Resurgence, NFL Combine, NHL Trading Deadline -- JGST 2/28

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts by diving deeper into the Miami Heat's sudden resurgence. What is the biggest key to their fantastic February? Amiri gives you his insight.

Next, it's on to the NHL trading deadline (March 5). Amiri is joined by Steven Liberman of TheSportsCrave.com. Who's going to stay? Who's going? What team is looking to buy or sell? Steve fills us in on the nooks and cranny of the deadline.

Then, Turron Davenport hops on the show to discuss the NFL combine and -- subsequently -- the NFL draft. Turron was at Indianapolis covering the NFL combine for ProPlayerInsiders.com and ProFootballCentral.com. Turron gives us his entire database of players that impressed him and disappointed him during this week's stretch of combine events. Plus, who translates well to the next level? Turron has that answer.

Finally, Amiri wraps things up with his take on the controversial question of whether college basketball fans should be allowed to storm the court after games.

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Texans' First Pick, NHL is Back, N-Word in Sports -- JGST 2/26

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri begins by discussing the best option for the Houston Texans as they begin to debate and discuss who to draft with the number one overall pick in the 2014 NFL draft. Out of the prohibitive favorites to be taken by Houston, which is the most realistic? Amiri gives his selection.

Next, he is joined by Joseph Copeland, sports writer and analyst, to discuss the second half of the NHL season beginning after a two-week Olympic break. What teams have the best opportunities to make a run as the Stanley Cup Playoffs near? "Cope" chimes in with his opinion.

Then, Amiri switches back to the Texans and their draft conundrum when he is joined by William Scott, a Houston resident and college sports extraordinaire, comments on who should be taken with the first pick in the 2014 draft.


Finally, Amiri wraps up the show with his two cents on the NFL's proposed ban on the n-word and other racial slurs during games. 

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Super Bowl Reaction, NFL Draft Prospect -- JGST 2/3

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!
On today's show, Amiri comments on Super Bowl 48, and the 43-8 blowout we witnessed on Sunday night. Joining Amiri to break down the game is Jake Brown, a ESPN and Long Island sports show host, and Paul Jackiewicz, owner of ProFootballZone.com.

Plus, Amiri talks with Ronald Burgess Jr., a 2014 NFL draft prospect and aspiring player.

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Super Bowl Special w/Nolan Hack & 10-year NFL Veteran -- JGST 2/1

It's a special Super Bowl edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri begins with what impact the weather could have on the Broncos and Seahawks, and which would gain an advantage in cold weather.


Next, Nolan Hack of Rundown13.com and host of The Rundown joins Amiri to discuss the multitude of interesting matchups in the Big Game, including the obvious ones: Denver's #1 offense versus Seattle's #1 defense.

Then, Amiri goes over some of the Las Vegas Super Bowl prop bets. As it's done every year, quirky and bizarre bets are places over at Bovada.com. Amiri gives his take on just a few of those one-line questions.

Nick Ferguson, a 10-year NFL veteran and former Denver Broncos cornerback, joins the program subsequently to discuss the game from his X's and O's perspective hardened as a player. He gives opinions on the types of coverages Seattle would be smart to play, and some of the things Denver's offense can do to combat it.

Finally, Amiri gives his personal feelings on Super Bowl 48, including reasons why both teams could win, and why both teams could lose. And, of course, his predictions on the game as well.

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Senior NFL Executive Joe Browne Interview -- JGST 1/30

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch! On today's program, Amiri is joined by Mr. Joe Browne, the senior adviser to NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell and the longest tenured NFL executive. Browne comments on all of the hot NFL topics, including the weather conundrum for the Super Bowl, what he thinks about the concussion lawsuit levied against the NFL, how the 2014 Pro Bowl went from Browne's league perspective.

MORE ABOUT JOE: Joe Browne is an executive for the National Football League, and in 2010 was named senior advisor to the commissioner. Joe has been a part of the league office since 1965, the longest serving employee ever. He has also worked, on-site, for every Super Bowl except for the first. He was appointed the NFL's first-ever vice president by former Commissioner Paul Tagliabue in 1990. In 1995, he was promoted to senior vice president and in 2002, he was boosted to exective vice president. Read more at his Wikipedia page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Browne

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SB 48 Matchups & NBA w/Eric Pincus of LA Times -- JGST 1/27

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host, Amiri Tulloch! 

On today's edition of the program, Amiri looks around at all of the major matchups for Super Bowl 48.

Next, he talks with Eric Pincus of the LA Times and BBallInsiders.com about the current state-of-affairs with the NBA. Where will Carmelo land? Who are the biggest threats in both the East and West? Eric answers those questions and more.

Then, it's the all-new JG Sports talk NEWSWIRE segment; 15 minutes of Amiri giving his opinions on the biggest news not big enough to be headlines. He talks about the NHL Stadium Series, the sports popularity poll results, the 2014 Pro Bowl outcome, and the updated Super Bowl weather forecast.

Finally, he talks about Carmelo Anthony, and offers his simple ultimatum for where Melo lands.

Follow the show on Twitter: @AmiriTulloch and @JGSportsTalk! Like the show on Facebook: Facebook.com/JGSportsTalk. Find the show on iTunes and listen to every live show: BlogTalkRadio.com/JGSportsTalk

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NBA All-Stars & MVP Voting, NFL w/Oliver Connolly -- JGST 1/24

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's edition of the show, Amiri gives his opinions on the NBA's recent All-Star starters announcement. Who were some of Amiri's biggest snubs?

Next, Amiri talks Super Bowl with Oliver Connelly, a writer for thefootballeducator.com.

Then, Amiri gives his take on the NBA's Most Valuable Player race, including his list of the current leaders.

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10year NFL Vet, Tanaka Signs, KD is the MVP, NFL Notes -- JGST 1/22

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's edition of the show, Amiri talks with Nick Ferguson, former NFL veteran and current NFL analyst, about the upcoming Super Bowl matchup.

Next, Brian Danuff of The MLB Talk 101 and YanksGoYard.com joins the show to talk about the Yankees' signing of Japanese pitcher Masahiro Tanaka.

Then, Amiri talks about Kevin Durant's torrid hot streak and why it's MVP-worthy.

Finally, he tackles several NFL tidbits from around the league.

Follow the show on Twitter, @AmiriTulloch and @JGSportsTalk, and like the show on Facebook, facebook.com/JGSportsTalk.

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NFL Championship Weekend -- JGST Live 1/19

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's edition of the show, Amiri gives a full breakdown of both NFL championship games -- NFC and AFC. He gives his predictions for both Denver-New England and Seattle-San Francisco. What are the marquee matchups and flying-under-the-radar-matchups to consider? Amiri gives you all you need to know about the championship weekend. Plus, Nolan Hack (Rundown13.com) joins the show to give his expert edge on the NFL Championship games.

Follow the show on Twitter: @AmiriTulloch, @JGSportsTalk, and @NolanHack!

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A-Rod Fiasco, NFL Divisional Round, Francisco Llanos -- JGST Live 1/15

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri gives his opinion on the on-going Alex Rodriguez fiasco and reflects on a promising career gone to waste. Next, he offers his analysis for all four divisional games, including takes on all four of the losing teams. Then, aspiring Division 2 college Wide Receiver Francisco Llanos joins the Amiri to talk about his career and future. Finally, Amiri answers three burning questions regarding the NFL and reads the listeners' responses as well.

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Week 16 NFL Analysis -- JG Sports Talk Podcast

It's the latest edition of the JG Sports Talk Podcast with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's edition of the show, he analyzes the big Week 16 NFL games. Amiri gives his take on the Eagles-Cowboys division tilt, the Jets' emphatic win over Cleveland, and the Chiefs recent skid.

Follow Amiri on Twitter, @AmiriTulloch, and like the show on Facebook at Facebook.com/JGSportsTalk.

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Sam Amico, Brady vs. Manning, Rose Injury -- JG Sports Talk Live

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk Live with your host Jinx Grand!

On today's show, Jinx (@JinxGrand) welcomes on Sam Amico (@SamAmicoFSO), a NBA analyst for Fox Sports. Jinx quizzes Sam on all things basketball with the first few weeks in the books.

Next, Jinx gives his take on the always-interesting quarterback battle between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning. Which QB is better, and why? Jinx answers that question.

Finally, he discusses the sad news that is Derrick Rose being out for the season (the second consecutive campaign) with a knee injury.

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United States of Sports -- Episode 15

It's the latest edition of United States of Sports with your host Jinx Grand!

On today's show, Jinx starts with his opinion on the NFL referee situation in which a player and official are accused of trading expletive-laden barbs at each other during a recent game.

Then, Jinx discusses how the perspective of Alex Rodriguez has changed in the past few days in light of the lack of evidence shown by Major League Baseball. And, finally, he previews Week 12 of the NFL season, giving his predictions and previews for each and every game.

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United States of Sports -- Episode 13

It's the latest edition of United States of Sports with your host Jinx Grand! On today's edition of the show, Jinx starts with his explanation of why Dolphins' player Richie Incognito should not be excused from his actions towards teammate Johnathon Martin. Jinx gives his take on why Martin's decision to walk away instead of confronting Incognito is something that today's society doesn't quite understand.

Then, Jinx talks about the implications to the BCS after what was a chaotic night of College Football. Finally, he gives his official Week 10 NFL predictions and what to look for in each and every game.

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Ban for ARod Coming? Peterson's Strong Comments, and Eagles QB Decision [JGSportsTalk Show Recap]

It's JGSportsTalk with your host Jinx Grand!

On today's show, he talks about the potential ban that could be coming for Alex Rodriguez, and what things look like for "Team ARod."

Plus, Adrian Peterson says he will break Emmitt Smith's career rushing record, and Jinx gives his opinion on that boastful guarantee.

With the trading deadline coming for MLB, Jinx discusses the impact the Biogenisis investigation has on specific teams.

And, is it possible that Nick Foles is a better option than Michael Vick for the Philadelphia Eagles? Jinx gives some interesting statistics as to why that may be the case.

Follow us on Twitter: @JGSportsTalk and @EmilyGruver3.

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Carlisemo Firing = Right or Wrong, Noah Miller, Steven Liberman [SHOW RECAP]

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Today on JGSportsTalk, host Jinx Grand gives his take on the firing of now former Brooklyn Nets' head coach P.J. Carlisemo. Was this a right or wrong move by GM Billy King? Jinx answers that question.

Steven Liberman, NHL guru for SportsWith3.com, joins the show at around the 15 minute mark to discuss all things NHL with the playoffs around the corner. Are the Isles good enough to push Pittsburgh to a 7th game? Will the Canadiens have enough muster to withstand the Senators? How legit are the Washington Capitals? Steve provides answers to those intriguing questions and more.

Noah Miller, founder/president/owner of SportsWith3.com, stops by to give his analysis on all that has happened this NBA postseason. Can the Bulls present a real challenge to the Heat? Will they be able to keep LeBron in check?

Don't forget to follow the show on Twitter: @JGSportsTalk and @EmilyGruver3. Plus, "like" us on FaceBook, is.gd/JGFacebook.

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United States of Sports - Episode One Recap

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In the debut edition of United States of Sports, host Jinx Grand discuss the Knicks-Celtics playoff series, the hot topics around the NBA playoffs, and dive into the latest in the Philadelphia sports landscape.

Charles Dickson, founder of Arena of the Mind, joins Jinx to discuss the Los Angeles Clippers from the LA perspective and how they have struggled in this postseason. What will the Clippers do this offseason? Does Charles envision any moves at the coaching position? What will they do with Chris Paul? Staying on the LA track, he gives his take on where Dwight Howard may go this offseason.

Charles also gives his opinion on the rest of the NBA, including whether any team can stop the Miami Heat. He also talks about what the magnitude of Russell Westbrook's injury will be on the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Following Charles, Jinx welcomes to the show Ryan Kuketz, a staff writer for Boston.SportsThenAndNow.com, and Matthew Vereb, the owner of NewYorkStateOfSports.com. The two writers tell the series tale from their different perspectives. What will happen to Boston this offseason? Is this Knicks team the beginning of a solid team for the next 3-5 years? If Boston were to take this series to 7 games, would they win at the MSG? Their answers may surprise you....

Then, Jinx is joined by Emily Gruver, a Philadelphia writer for Section215.com and staff member of SportsWith3.com. She gives us the scoop on all things Eagles, Phillies, and 76ers. Will the Eagles have a more productive season with Chip Kelly's new offense? Who exactly will the quarterback be for the Eagles? Plus, she tries to make sense of the Phillies disappointing pitching staff and what they would need to revive it. She also gives her opinion on the Sixers and whether they have what it takes to have a productive offseason leading into 2013.

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Starting this past Friday, Jinx Grand will be expanding his radio duties. While he still will be live during the week on JGSportsTalk and JGSportsTalk.com, he is accepting a great opportunity at FanvsFan.com to broadcast a new show once a week. JGSportsTalk will come to you regularly from Monday-Thursday, and Jinx's new show (United States of Sports) will be on air every Friday evening! Check out "USS" online: unitedstatesofsports.com and blogtalkradio.com/FanVsFanRadio to find out when the show will be broadcasting. Thanks for being such dutiful listeners!

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