Norm Hitzges breaks down 10 sharp reactions to the Dallas Cowboys preseason opener against Seattle, digging into roster battles at running back, tight end, cornerback, and edge rusher while flagging concerns about the pass rush and offensive tackle depth. He also examines the Texas Rangers late-season collapse and looks ahead to a payroll crunch that could shape the 2027 roster, then closes with an inspiring college football story of Montana linebacker Solomon Tuiasopupu, a ninth-year player who battled back from five lost seasons to injury. Packed with Cowboys analysis, Rangers commentary, and NFL and college football betting insight, this episode delivers Norm's signature no-nonsense sports takes.

Norm Hitzges dives into the Cowboys ongoing left tackle saga involving Tyler Guyton, Tyler Smith, and Nate Thomas, plus an update on the stalled Protect College Sports Act in Congress. The heart of this episode is a raw, wide-ranging conversation with Cowboys Super Bowl champion and Oklahoma legend Tony Casillas, who opens up about playing for Barry Switzer and Jimmy Johnson, battling anxiety and mental health struggles in the NFL, the long-term toll of football on the body, homelessness advocacy, and the devastating recent loss of his wife. Norm also pays tribute to former Mavericks head coach Don Nelson, who passed away at 86, sharing personal stories and reflections on his remarkable life and legacy in the NBA.

In this episode of Just Wondering, host Norm Hitzges delivers sharp, contrarian takes on the Dallas Cowboys heading into training camp, breaking down offensive line concerns, cornerback depth, and why this may truly be a Super Bowl-or-bust season for the team. Norm also questions why Tom Brady, worth an estimated half a billion dollars, is willing to cheapen his legacy by getting involved in WWE-style theatrics with the Paul brothers. Plus, the Texas Rangers looked like trade deadline buyers just days ago, but a brutal five-game losing streak exposed the same maddening problem that has haunted them all season: an inability to hit with runners in scoring position.

In this episode of Just Wondering, host Norm Hitzges dives into the chaos gripping college football, from runaway NIL payments and transfer portal madness to lawsuits and congressional attempts at reform. Norm then sits down with legendary jockey Perry Ouzts, 72 years old and still riding, who shares the remarkable story of a 53-year career that includes more races than any American jockey in history and a passion for the sport that has never dimmed. The episode wraps up with a trio of bizarre and entertaining sports history stories, including a Cleveland Indians team that forgot how many outs were in an inning and the legendary trade that sent Ernie Harwell to the big leagues in exchange for a catcher. Whether you love horse racing, college football controversy, or weird sports trivia, this episode has something to keep you hooked from start to finish.

Discover what's reshaping the Dallas Mavericks, what's ahead for the Cowboys, and why Rangers fans can't find their team on TV. Norm Hitzges breaks down the Mavs' bold youth movement under Masai Ujiri and new GM Pete Smits, welcomes veteran Cowboys beat reporter Clarence Hill for a candid camp preview covering Dak Prescott's legacy, the defense's biggest question marks, and George Pickens' future in Dallas, then tackles the growing chaos around Rangers broadcasting as the team's latest TV carrier switch leaves thousands of fans in the dark.

In this episode of Just Wondering, hosts Norm Hitzges and Mary Hitzges break down the biggest stories in sports at the MLB All-Star break, grading the Texas Rangers' first-place standing in the AL West and the challenges they face heading into the second half of the season. Norm also delivers a critical assessment of the US Men's National Team's World Cup performance, analyzing whether American soccer has truly made progress on the international stage. Plus, Norm calls out the boxing and MMA industry after the Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight left fans wondering if they got their money's worth from the highly hyped "comeback of comebacks."

In this episode of Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges, host Norm Hitzges breaks down why the Dallas Stars may actually be getting worse because of too many high-paid stars, explaining how the NHL's hard salary cap is forcing the team to trade promising young talent like Maverick Bork just to make room for Jason Robertson's next contract. Then Norm sits down with extraordinary endurance athlete Darren Miller, who became the only person in history to complete all seven of the world's great ocean swims on his first attempt, sharing jaw-dropping stories of swimming through shark-infested waters, box jellyfish, and near-hypothermic conditions across channels in Japan, Hawaii, Scotland, and beyond. The episode closes with a surprising doping scandal that proves cheating in sports has reached even the world of competitive archery. Whether you love hockey, elite athleticism, or just want something to talk about, this episode delivers.

In this episode of Just Wondering, host Norm Hitzges breaks down the Dallas Mavericks' quietly executed NBA Draft strategy, examining how new leadership duo Masai Ujiri and Mike Schmitz are building a youth movement around Cooper Flagg with picks like Morris Johnson, Sergio de la Reyes, and an international wildcard — plus what a potential Kawhi Leonard addition could mean for the franchise's future. Norm also traces the stunning collapse of quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose gambling scandal has left him with $5 million, no team, and nowhere to play. Finally, he captures the growing soccer fever sweeping America as the US men's national team navigates a favorable World Cup bracket with a shot at the historic quarterfinals.

In this episode of Just Wondering, hosts Norm Hitzges and Mary Hitzges break down the Dallas Mavericks' NBA Draft strategy, including whether trading up for Arkansas guard Darius Acuff could be the key to building around Cooper Flagg, plus a look at the coaching search and what Masai Ujiri's quiet approach really means. They also dig into the surging US Men's National Team at the FIFA World Cup and whether the early excitement deserves a reality check heading into tougher competition. Finally, Norm examines whether LIV Golf is on its last legs as Saudi funding dries up and marquee players like Brooks Koepka head for the exit.

Discover the critical decisions facing the Dallas Mavericks as they navigate a crucial rebuild with limited draft picks until 2031, plus meet Craig Ferguson, a passionate Scotland soccer fan walking 3,300 miles across America in a kilt to support his team at the World Cup. Host Norm Hitzges also exposes FIFA's controversial money-grabbing tactics that are pricing out fans with $33,000 tickets and excessive fees. From NBA draft strategies to inspiring charity walks and sports corruption, this episode covers the highs and lows of professional athletics.