A podcast where a fan of the game makes a few jokes and analyzes the sports we love.
Episode 232 starts off with a celebration of seven years of Electrified! Then I unpack week one of the NFL, it was the most electrifying opening week in NFL history (3:29). After that I wrap up with the Power Grid (this week's power rankings) (29:35).
Eric dives into the impact of the Micah Parsons trade on the Green Bay Packers (3:00), makes his NFL division winners predictions (17:20), unveils The Power Grid with his top 10 power rankings (33:30), and closes with his season awards predictions (40:00).
On Episode 230 of Electrified with Eric Lyons, we take a closer look at the scandals and controversies making headlines across the football world. At 7:20, we dive into Michigan’s sign-stealing saga and the NCAA’s latest round of sanctions. At 27:50, we compare the suspensions of Vikings wideout Jordan Addison and Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice, and at 35:00, we break down the ongoing legal battles between Jon Gruden, Brian Flores, and the NFL, exploring what their lawsuits could mean for the league.
Episode 229 – From College Stars to Major Deals
This week on Electrified, we break down Shedeur Sanders’ impressive NFL preseason debut and how he silenced the critics (2:00). Then, we dive into whether Travis Hunter should really keep playing both sides of the ball (21:10). We’ll unpack the NFL’s new deal with ESPN and what changes fans can expect (31:15), debate who has the better Christmas Day slate — the NBA or the NFL (42:00), and wrap up with why UFC’s new deal with Paramount is a huge win for fight fans (50:50).
Episode 228 – WWE’s Unreal, Brock’s Return & WWE x ESPN
In this jam-packed episode of Electrified, Eric breaks down Netflix’s WWE’s Unreal documentary and what it reveals about the company’s production of what we see (1:50). We dive into Brock Lesnar’s controversial Summerslam return and the shockwaves it sent through the wrestling world (27:30). Then, Eric asks if Triple H’s relationship with Donald Trump could be hurting WWE’s public image (37:30) before closing with a full breakdown of WWE’s groundbreaking deal with ESPN and what it means for the future of wrestling on TV (45:00).
Episode 227 – CBA Battles, Trump’s Sports Council, & NFL Headlines
On today’s episode of Electrified, Eric dives deep into two major collective bargaining battles — first breaking down the current CBA concerns shaking up the WNBA (1:46), then turning to Major League Baseball’s ongoing salary cap fight (23:30). At (30:30), things take a turn as Eric unpacks Donald Trump’s “Sports Council” — what it is and if it matters. Finally, the No Huddle segment debuts at (40:00), where Eric races through NFL headlines with sharp, one-sentence takes.
On this episode of Electrified I do a deep dive in the story broken by the Baltimore Banner. Ravens K Justin Tucker has been accused of multiple things and I had to discuss it (00:00:30). After getting through the rough stuff I get into the biggest trade in NBA history between the LA Lakers and Dallas Mavericks (21:45).
On this episode of Electrified, I recap the wild NFL divisional round weekend starting off with Chiefs vs Texans(3:20). Staying on the AFC side of things I recap Ravens vs Bills which ended in a hard-working fashion for the Baltimore Ravens (15:00). Moving to the NFC side of things first I have to roast the Lions and give credit to the Commanders for winning the ball game (31:45). I recap Rams vs Eagles that finishes up the NFL’s division of round matchups(45:30). The episode ends with me discussing how Super Bowl windows may not stay open for long and why team should take advantage of them while they can (52:00)
I dive into the AFC Divisional Round matchups, kicking things off with the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Buffalo Bills, followed by the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Houston Texans(2:20). Shifting to the NFC, I break down the Washington Commanders’ battle against the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Rams’ showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles(26:00). I also explore the big question: should Deion Sanders leave Colorado to become the next head coach of the Dallas Cowboys?(37:50). Finally, I wrap things up with an in-depth look at the growing tension between Jimmy Butler and Pat Riley in Miami(44:00)
On this episode of Electrified, I dive into the Green Bay Packers’ tough wild card loss in Philadelphia. I break down what went wrong for the Packers, the key moments that defined the game, and why they ultimately fell short. (2:00)
I also take a look back at dominant performances from the Ravens and Bills in their first-round matchups, highlighting how they set the tone for the playoffs.(16:35)
Plus, I’ll explain why the NFL doesn’t need to revamp its playoff format despite ongoing debates, and why the current structure keeps things competitive and exciting.(30:00)
Finally, I wrap things up with a preview of the last game of wild card weekend: the Rams vs. Vikings. Who has the edge? What are the key matchups to watch? I’ll give you everything you need to know.(36:45)
In this episode, for the 100th time I dive into the ongoing issue of unfair treatment of Black head coaches in the NFL, highlighted by the recent firing of Jerod Mayo (2:30) I’m joined by Cedric Bowen for a special segment previewing the Cotton Bowl and breaking down his favorite prop bets for Wild Card Weekend (20:20) Finally, I close things out with my picks for Super Wild Card Weekend(33:30).