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The Best of the Sports Shop

The Sports Shop with Reese and K-Mac: The best urban sports talk show heard weekday mornings from 7 to 10 on Buzz Sports Radio, 99.3 FM in Raleigh, NC, 96.5 FM in Durham, 99.9 HD2, and always streaming through WRALSportsFan.

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Guest: DeMaurice Smith - Former NFLPA Executive Director

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with DeMaurice Smith.

DeMaurice Smith joins the Sports Shop to discuss his new book, “Turf Wars,” his role and experience with the NFL and much more.

DeMaurice “De” Smith is a former Executive Director of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA). In 2009, Smith was unanimously elected to lead the NFLPA, guiding the union through major labor negotiations, including the 2011 and 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreements. His tenure emphasized improved player health and safety standards, enhanced benefits for retired players and expanded licensing and business opportunities for athletes. Smith stepped down in 2023 after more than a decade of influence, leaving a significant impact on player rights, labor relations and the business of professional football. Smith has a book titled, “Turf Wars.”

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Nov 14, 2025 10:30 AM
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Is Aaron Glenn's Job Secure? + Does The NFL Have A Problem With Young QBs?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss how secure Aaron Glenn’s coaching position really is and whether the NFL is facing a broader problem with the development of young quarterbacks.

The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 27-14 on Thursday night Football last night. The loss drops the Jets to 2-8. Patriots quarterback Drake Maye played efficiently, throwing for 281 yards and a touchdown while completing 25 of 34 passes. For the Jets, Justin Fields struggled throwing for 116 yards, completing 15 of 26 passes and adding a rushing score. Is Aaron Glenn’s job in jeopardy? How long will Glenn be the coach? Does the NFL have a problem with young quarterbacks?

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Nov 14, 2025 10:28 AM
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Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks - NFL Picks

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Ian Parks and discuss his NFL picks for this weekend. 

Ian Parks from Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks joins the Sports Shop to share his picks in the NFL. Who will win this weekend: Carolina Panthers or Atlanta Falcons? Cincinnati Bengals or Pittsburgh Steelers? Kansas City Chiefs or Denver Broncos? The Minnesota Vikings will host the Chicago Bears this weekend. Will Caleb Williams throw for more than 226.5 passing yards?

What else is going on this weekend?

00:16:58
Nov 14, 2025 10:26 AM
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Firebirds Friday - Wade Harris And Bishop Dr. Joe Stevenson

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Wade Harris and Bishop Dr. Marico Dove and Cornelius Toliver.

It is Firebirds Friday! Wade Harris is the CEO, Director of Player Development and the Managing Partner of the Raleigh Firebirds. Dr. Joe Stevenson is a pastor at Macedonia New Life Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Stevenson is the chaplin for the Raleigh Firebirds.

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Nov 14, 2025 10:21 AM
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CIAA Football Championship Preview

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the CIAA Football Championship, the sports weekend and more.

The 55th annual CIAA Football Championship is set for this weekend, Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Durham County Memorial Stadium in Durham, North Carolina, marking the first time since 2015 that the game is held in the city. The matchup features Virginia Union University (VUU), the #1 seed and two-time defending champions unbeaten in conference play, against Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU), the #2 seed making their first championship appearance since 1972. Will you be there?

What other games are going on this weekend?

What can we expect from our guest today, DeMaurice Smith?

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Nov 14, 2025 10:16 AM
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Patriots Extend Win Streak to Eight in 27-14 Victory Over Jets: How Good Is Drake Maye?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Patriots win over the Jets.

The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 27-14 on Thursday night. The Jets opened the game with a touchdown on a short run by Justin Fields, but the Patriots responded behind a breakout performance from rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson, who scored three total touchdowns, two on the ground and one through the air. Quarterback Drake Maye also played efficiently, throwing for 281 yards and a touchdown while completing 25 of 34 passes. Although the Jets managed to pull within one score in the second half, the Patriots controlled the fourth quarter and pulled away. The win extended New England’s streak to eight games and improved their record to 9-2, marking their longest winning run since 2019, while the Jets fell to 2-8. Is Drake Maye the MVP? Are the Patriots legit?

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Nov 14, 2025 10:13 AM
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Guest: CL Brown - ACC Basketball & Football

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with CL Brown.

CL Brown joins the Sports Shop to discuss ACC basketball and ACC Football. Is this year's Lousiville basketball team the best Louisville team since 2017 with Rick Pitino? UNC's Caleb Wilson is ranked the 8th best freshman. Is he ranked too low?

Who will win the ACC in Football? Could it be Duke?

00:12:01
Nov 13, 2025 10:17 AM
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NFL: Can The NY Jets Upset The Patriots? + Is AJ Brown Right About The Eagles Offense?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss A.J. Brown’s recent frustrations regarding his diminished involvement, the Eagles’ inconsistent offensive performance and the Jets vs Patriots game tonight.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has been increasingly vocal about his frustration this season, largely due to the team’s offensive struggles and his reduced involvement in the passing game. His discontent became more visible after a game in which he was targeted only three times, when he vented on a livestream, saying, “It’s a sh*t-show… I’m struggling, brother,” and even joked that fantasy football players should “get rid of” him.

Brown’s frustration stems from both his diminished production and what he sees as the offense’s lack of identity and consistency. He’s made it clear his concern isn’t about personal stats but about contributing to winning football. Offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, promoted to the role in February 2025 after previously serving as pass game coordinator and associate head coach, plays a central role in these issues. While Patullo has stressed continuity and collaboration with head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts, the offense has struggled to meet expectations, fueling frustration among key players like Brown.

MVP candidate Drake Maye and the (8-2) New England Patriots will host the (2-7) New York Jets tonight on Thursday Night Football. Who will win? Can the Jets upset New England? Drake Maye has been balling this season. Is he your MVP favorite?

00:16:34
Nov 13, 2025 10:14 AM
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Dishin' It Up w/ Dr. Deborah Stroman - Is AJ Brown Right About The Eagles?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Deborah Stroman.

Dr. Stroman discusses A.J. Brown’s recent frustrations regarding his diminished involvement and the Eagles’ inconsistent offensive performance.

00:24:09
Nov 13, 2025 10:11 AM
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Where Were Reese And Pam Dining Yesterday? + Can The Jets Upset The Patriots?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if the Jets can upset the Patriots tonight.

It is Throwback Thurday! What year are we going back to and why?

Where did Reese go yesterday? What about Pam?

MVP candidate Drake Maye and the (8-2) New England Patriots will host the (2-7) New York Jets tonight on Thursday Night Football. Who will win? Can the Jets upset New England? Drake Maye has been balling this season. Is he your MVP favorite?

00:13:28
Nov 13, 2025 10:5 AM
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CIAA Football Championship + Patriots Vs Jets Tonight

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss this weekend's CIAA Football Championship and the Jets vs Patriots game tonight.

The 55th annual CIAA Football Championship is set for this weekend, Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Durham County Memorial Stadium in Durham, North Carolina, marking the first time since 2015 that the game is held in the city. The matchup features Virginia Union University (VUU), the #1 seed and two-time defending champions unbeaten in conference play, against Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU), the #2 seed making their first championship appearance since 1972. 

MVP candidate Drake Maye and the The New England will host the New York Jets tonight on Thursday Night Football. Who will win?

Drake Maye has been balling this season. Is he your MVP favorite?

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Nov 13, 2025 9:58 AM
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Dallas Mavericks Fire General Manager Nico Harrison: Is Nico Being Scapegoated?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Nico Harrison's firing, what went wrong and if Harrison was scapegoated.

Nico Harrison, who was hired in June 2021 as the General Manager and President of Basketball Operations for the Dallas Mavericks after a long career at Nike, was officially fired yesterday. Harrison’s tenure started strong, leading the Mavericks to a Western Conference Finals and even an NBA Finals appearance in 2024. However, his reputation took a major hit following a shocking decision in February 2025 to trade franchise superstar Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis and other assets. The trade sparked immediate backlash from fans and media, who questioned the logic of parting with one of the league’s brightest young stars.

Following the trade, the Mavericks’ performance quickly declined. Injuries and inconsistent play plagued the team, and by the start of the 2025-26 season, they were off to a 3-8 start. Fan frustration boiled over both online and at games, where chants of “Fire Nico!” became common. With the poor results and widespread criticism, team owner Patrick Dumont decided to move in a “new direction,” officially dismissing Harrison. The Luka trade is definitely controversial, but ownership did have to sign off on the trade. Should they be held accountable too? Is Harrison being scapegoated?

00:13:56
Nov 12, 2025 10:24 AM
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Are Super Conferences Hurting College Football?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if super conferences are hurting college football.

Do you agree with Duke Coach Manny Diaz that super conferences are hurting college football?
 
Both the (5-4) Kansas City Chiefs and (4-5) Baltimore Ravens are currently out of the playoffs. Which team has a better chance of making the playoffs? The Carolina Panthers are 5-5. Can they make the playoffs?

This year’s freshman class has some great talent like AJ Dybantsa, the Boozer Brothers and Caleb Wilson to name a few. Is this the best college basketball freshman class ever produced?

00:18:05
Nov 12, 2025 10:20 AM
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College Football Playoff Bracket + Why Did The Giants Fire Brian Daboll?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the current CFP bracket and the Giants firing Brian Daboll.

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll on Monday, ending his tenure with the team after a disappointing 2-8 start to the season as they sit at the bottom of the NFC East division. The decision came following another year of underperformance and growing frustration within the organization. Why did the Giants move on from the Brian Daboll? Why couldn’t they wait until the end of the season? Who could replace Brian Daboll as the head coach of the New York Giants? Jon Gruden?

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Nov 12, 2025 10:12 AM
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Duke & UNC Win Big, Kentucky Falls And College Basketball’s Landscape Shifts

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss UNC and Duke winning, college basketball rankings and more.

Both the Duke Blue Devils and the North Carolina Tar Heels came away with wins last night. Duke dominated Army in West Point, cruising to a dominant 114-59 victory in a game that also featured a tribute to former coach Mike Krzyzewski. Meanwhile, North Carolina handled Radford at home, earning an 89-74 win. Both victories continue solid early-season momentum for the storied rivals.

The Kentucky Wildcats fell to the Louisville Cardinals last night, 96-88. Louisville’s freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. put on a show, scoring 29 points to lead the Cardinals to their first win over Kentucky in five years. The victory moved Louisville to 3-0 on the season, while Kentucky dropped to 2-1 in what could be an early statement game for the Cardinals.

What are the college basketball rankings? What teams in college basketball will be a problem?

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Nov 12, 2025 10:8 AM
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AP Top 25 College Football Poll: Where Does The ACC Fit? What About Alabama?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss college football poll amd where the ACC fits in.

The Week 12 Rankings for the AP College Football Poll has been released. Where does the ACC fit in this? What about the Alabama Crimson Tide?

00:07:31
Nov 11, 2025 10:17 AM
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Why Did The Giants Fire Brian Daboll? + Is This The Best Freshman Class Ever In College Basketball?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss why the Giants fired Brian Daboll and if this year's freshman class is the best ever in men's college basketball.

This year’s freshman class has some great talent like AJ Dybantsa, the Boozer Brothers and Caleb Wilson to name a few. Is this the best college basketball freshman class ever produced?

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll yesterday, ending his tenure with the team after a disappointing 2-8 start to the season as they sit at the bottom of the NFC East division. The decision came following another year of underperformance and growing frustration within the organization. According to reports, general manager Joe Schoen will remain in his position as the Giants begin their search for a new head coach. Daboll’s dismissal marks yet another reset for the franchise, which has struggled to find consistent leadership since its last playoff appearance. According to Adam Schefter, Sunday against the Chicago Bears was the fourth time this season that Jaxson Dart had been evaluated for a concussion. Was this why Daboll was fired?

00:15:21
Nov 11, 2025 10:13 AM
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Is This The Best Ever Freshman Class In MCBB? + What Happened To Jordan Love Last Night?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if this year's freshman class is the best ever in college basketball and the Eagles win over the Packers.

The Green Bay Packers fell to the Philadelphia Eagles 10-7 last night on Monday Night Football in a game that was a low-scoring defensive battle at Lambeau Field. Both teams struggled to generate consistent offense and the Eagles’ defense controlled much of the game, forcing two turnovers and limiting quarterback Jordan Love’s passing attack to under 200 yards.  Despite a late push from Green Bay, a missed field-goal attempt in the final minute sealed the loss. The defeat dropped the Packers further behind in the NFC North race, while the Eagles improved their standing atop the NFC East. What happened with Jordan Love last night? Is Jordan Love the right guy for the Packers? What went wrong for the Packers?

This year’s freshman class has some great talent like AJ Dybantsa, the Boozer Brothers and Caleb Wilson to name a few. Is this the best college basketball freshman class ever produced?

00:17:48
Nov 11, 2025 10:9 AM
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Happy Veteran's Day + New York Giants Fire Brian Daboll

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Giants firing Brian DaBoll. 

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll yesterday, ending his tenure with the team after a disappointing 2-8 start to the season as they sit at the bottom of the NFC East division. The decision came following another year of underperformance and growing frustration within the organization. According to reports, general manager Joe Schoen will remain in his position as the Giants begin their search for a new head coach. Daboll’s dismissal marks yet another reset for the franchise, which has struggled to find consistent leadership since its last playoff appearance. According to Adam Schefter, Sunday against the Chicago Bears was the fourth time this season that Jaxson Dart had been evaluated for a concussion. Was this why Daboll was fired?

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Nov 11, 2025 9:56 AM
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Philadelphia Eagles Defeat Green Bay Packers 10-7

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Eagles win over the Packers last night.

The Green Bay Packers fell to the Philadelphia Eagles 10-7 last night on Monday Night Football in a game that was a low-scoring defensive battle at Lambeau Field. Both teams struggled to generate consistent offense, with the Packers’ lone touchdown coming in the second quarter on a short run by Josh Jacobs. The Eagles’ defense controlled much of the game, forcing two turnovers and limiting quarterback Jordan Love’s passing attack to under 200 yards.  Despite a late push from Green Bay, a missed field-goal attempt in the final minute sealed the loss. The defeat dropped the Packers further behind in the NFC North race, while the Eagles improved their standing atop the NFC East. What happened with Jordan Love last night? How does James feel about his Eagles?

00:16:57
Nov 11, 2025 9:50 AM
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Caleb Wilson: 'I Feel Like I’ve Been Disrespected' + College Football Recap

Reese, Kmac, Pam, and Alex discuss Caleb Wilson’s competitive mentality.

After UNC beat Kansas on Friday night, Caleb Wilson was interviewed by Vashti Hurt of Carolina Blitz. In his interview, he revealed what is mentality is and what motivates him to compete. Wilson said, “I think it sets an aggressive tone like, we’re here. Me personally, I feel like I’ve been disrespected in polls and things like that,” Wilson continued, “People telling me I’m not a top-three freshmen in the ACC, so I’m just gonna keep going out here and (crushing) people. I got a list on my phone and it’s nowhere near done, so just gonna keep happening for sure.” Is Caleb Wilson the real deal? How does Wilson compare to the Boozer Brothers? How far can Wilson take Carolina?

What is going on in college football?

00:11:59
Nov 10, 2025 10:28 AM
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NFL Roundtable + College Football Talk

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the football weekend and NFL action.

There was a lot of college football action over the weekend. What happened?

The Washington Commanders were defeated by the Detroit Lions yesterday, falling 44-22. With the loss, the Commanders are now 3-7 and await the potential return of Jayden Daniels in a few weeks. Can the Commanders bounce back or is their season a wrap?

The Carolina Panthers lost yesterday to the New Orleans Saints, falling 17-7. The Panthers struggled to generate offense, managing only a single touchdown, while the Saints’ defense played a strong game to limit scoring opportunities. The Panthers are now 5-5. Can they make the playoffs? What else happened in the NFL?

00:10:08
Nov 10, 2025 10:27 AM
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Good Look Bad Look Monday

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday.

The NC State Wolfpack men’s basketball team picked up a decisive win this weekend, defeating the UAB Blazers 94-70 on Friday night. Can Will wade take the Pack back to the Tourney?

What happened in the NFL this weekend?

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Nov 10, 2025 9:55 AM
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