Proficient Fans Sports Podcast
Join CB and Clay on Proficient Fans, where two sports enthusiasts unleash their unfiltered passion and opinions. No holds barred, we dive deep into the sports world, discussing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Get ready for insights, lively debates, and a whole lot of sports love.
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How Many is Too Many
09/17/2024
How Many is Too Many
CB and Clay are already breaking down the College Football Playoff race, which includes six top-ten schools from the SEC. The battle between Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning heats up. Michigan State starts its season 3-0 under Jonathan Smith. Dolphins’ quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffers his fourth concussion in the NFL. Should he continue playing, or is it time to retire? We recap our week two picks and make our week three predictions.
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All is Right in the World
09/10/2024
All is Right in the World
CB and Clay had so much football to watch and it was beautiful! Michigan State walked away with a win this Saturday, but did they look like winners on the field? The NFL kicked off with the Ravens vs Chiefs and Packers vs Eagles and it did not disappoint. We break down our week one picks and discuss some big games.
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NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC West
09/02/2024
NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC West
CB and Clay continue their NFL divisional breakdown and journey down to the AFC and NFC West divisions, looking at each team's odds of winning a division title and ranking skill players at their respective positions. Michigan State starts the football season with a win, but was it a good win? We quickly run through some notable college football games.
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NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC South
08/26/2024
NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC South
CB and Clay continue their NFL divisional breakdown and journey to the AFC and NFC South divisions. We look at each team's odds of winning a division title and rank skill players at their respective positions.
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NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC East
08/20/2024
NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC East
CB and Clay discuss injuries in the NFL and how preseason football may contribute to this issue. We break down the AFC and NFC East divisions, looking at each team's odds of winning a division title and ranking skill players at their respective positions. #ProficientFans #SportsPodcast #SportsAreLife #KalamazooPodcast #NFL #InjuryReport #AFCEast #Dolphins #Jets #Bills #Patriots #NFCEast #Eagles #Cowboys #Commanders #Giants #DivisionRanking
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NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC North
08/13/2024
NFL Divisional Breakdown: AFC & NFC North
CB and Clay are pumped to see the USA lead in the medal count for the 2024 Olympics. The U.S. Men’s Basketball Team takes home gold after a few clutch performances. The NFL season is practically here and it’s time we start our divisional breakdowns and predictions for the 2025 NFL season, starting with the AFC North and NFC North.
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In Hot Water
08/06/2024
In Hot Water
CB and Clay are in a fantasy football dynasty draft and can feel the football frenzy around the corner. The University of Michigan football team is in hot water as more evidence is surfacing of the cheating that happened in Ann Arbor throughout last season. #ProficientFans #SportsPodcast #SportsAreLife #KalamazooPodcast #NFL #FantasyFootball #FantasyDraft #NCAA #CollegeFootball #UniversityOfMichigan #SherroneMoore #ConnorStallions #JimHarbaugh
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Show Me The Money
07/29/2024
Show Me The Money
CB and Clay are recording remotely today. Thank you for your understanding if the audio quality is off this week. Russell Westbrook is ring-chasing as he signs a deal with the Denver Nuggets. Tua Tagovailoa and Jordan Love both ink their extensions to become franchise quarterbacks. Is the NFL going to an 18-game season soon?
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Fantasy Football First Look
07/23/2024
Fantasy Football First Look
CB and Clay find a way to create another great episode from nothing. The Summer Olympics are almost here, and we are excited to watch the USA compete. We look at an ESPN fantasy football mock draft and discuss how positional value has changed over the years. #ProficientFans #SportsPodcast #SportsAreLife #KalamazooPodcast #Olympics #USA #NFL #FantasyFootball #MockDraft
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Obligatory Baseball Podcast
07/16/2024
Obligatory Baseball Podcast
CB and Clay watched the MLB Home Run Derby, which filled our baseball quota for the year! The NBA will be on TV every day of the week, providing a ton of exposure for teams and players alike. Phil Knight gives Oregon unlimited NIL to recruit to the university. The new NFL documentary Receivers is on Netflix and has been a fantastic inside look into some of the league’s greatest receivers and their lives on and off the field.
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Dream Team 2.0
07/09/2024
Dream Team 2.0
Milestone Episode 300! CB and Clay are excited to see the talent on the USA Men’s Olympic basketball roster, but were some names out of place? NFL Films is trying out a new offseason Hard Knocks with the Giants this Summer. The NCAA is removing cannabis from its drug-testing list.
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Like Father, Like Son
07/02/2024
Like Father, Like Son
A jury has ordered the NFL to pay nearly $4.8 billion in damages from NFL Sunday Ticket, which antitrust law requires to be tripled to over $14.39 billion. Should the consumers win, or is the NFL in the right by choosing to inflate their premium packages? The NBA offseason has begun, and some big-name players have already found new homes. LeBron and Bronny James became the first father-son duo in the NBA.
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Redemption
06/25/2024
Redemption
CB and Clay start by discussing the housing market and the mental checklist necessary when starting the home-buying process. The Edmonton Oilers have managed to fight back into this Stanley Cup Finals to force a Game 7 after being down 3-0 to the Florida Panthers, but it wasn’t quite enough as the Panthers earned their first championship in franchise history. The dog days of summer are officially here, and we are feeling it.
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Banners
06/18/2024
Banners
CB and Clay start off discussing Star Wars Acolyte. We promise that we eventually talk about sports in this episode. The Boston Celtics claim another title by defeating the Dallas Mavericks in 5 games. Can the Celtics become the NBA’s next dynasty? Will Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins figure out his next contract now that Jacksonville has pulled the trigger on Trevor Lawrence, signing their QB to a 5-year/$275M deal? The NFL is being sued for over $7B, and consumers may see a lower NFL Sunday Ticket price because of it.
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Target on Her Back
06/12/2024
Target on Her Back
CB and Clay are about to enter the dog days of summer, but we’re not there yet! Caitlin Clark was not selected to be on the USA Women’s Basketball Team. Was she snubbed from this honor, or is there a valid reason for her absence? Dan Hurley was given an offer from the Los Angeles Lakers to become their next head coach, but turned it down to stay with the UCONN Men’s team. We discussed if he made the right decision and what could have led to him choosing to stay at UCONN. The Boston Celtics take a 2-0 lead against the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. Does Luka and Kyrie have what it takes to come back?
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Uncle Drew
06/04/2024
Uncle Drew
CB and Clay cover some huge NFL signings, including a deal that reset the wide receiver market and made him the highest-paid non-QB player in history. We pay our respects to Bill Walton and Larry Allen. The NBA Finals are setting up to be a great matchup between the Celtics and the Mavericks. Is this the best version of Kyrie Irving we’ve ever seen?
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Sports Moments
05/28/2024
Sports Moments
CB and Clay keep this episode short and sweet. We spontaneously put together their top baseball, football, and basketball rosters, taking turns choosing their favorite or memorable players. Sports are full of memorable moments and we reminisce on some of our favorites.
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The Gates Classic
05/21/2024
The Gates Classic
CB and Clay had a great time at their golf scramble over the weekend and recap the event. We recap the NHL and NBA playoffs and make our selections for the NBA Finals matchup we’d like to see most.
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Goff Gets The Bag
05/14/2024
Goff Gets The Bag
CB and Clay discuss Bronny being cleared for the NBA Combine and his draft stock. Is the NBA draft lottery a good or bad thing for the game? We catch up on the NBA and NHL playoffs. The first NFL game of the season is set between the Ravens and Chiefs. Jared Goff signs huge extensions with the Detroit Lions.
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What it Takes
05/07/2024
What it Takes
CB and Clay take a look at the NBA playoffs and discuss players that could be considered top 5 in the NBA at the moment. The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs are moving along and we update on the bracket. Odell Beckham Jr. signs a one year deal with the Miami Dolphins. Does he still have any left in the tank? We finished our NFL draft grading breakdown and discuss receiver talent and new team acquisitions.
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Draft Day in the D
04/30/2024
Draft Day in the D
CB and Clay are ready for Jake Paul and Mike Tyson to square off in the ring. We take a look at the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs and the NBA playoffs. The NFL Draft has concluded and we review the first 20 teams' draft choices and grades.
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NFL Draft Week 2024
04/23/2024
NFL Draft Week 2024
CB and Clay got to watch one more epic comeback victory from the Detroit Red Wings before their season ultimately ended on a sad, but optimistic note. The NBA play-in games have concluded and we take a look at our NBA playoff bracket. We completed a first-round mock draft to prepare for the NFL Draft this Thursday in Detroit. #ProficientFans #SportsPodcast #SportsAreLife #KalamazooPodcast #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs #DetroitRedWings #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #NFL #NFLDraft #MockDraft
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So Close We Can Taste It
04/16/2024
So Close We Can Taste It
CB and Clay cover it all tonight. UFC 300 did not disappoint this weekend. Scottie Scheffler wins his second Master’s Tournament in three years. Caitlin Clark is drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever and we recognize others drafted early. We take a look at the NBA playoff bracket and make our predictions. The Detroit Red Wings comeback and earn an overtime victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.
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Lady Gamecocks Are Perfect
04/09/2024
Lady Gamecocks Are Perfect
CB and Clay congratulate the Lady Gamecocks on their undefeated season and winning the National Championship. Stefon Diggs gets traded to the Houston Texans and we weigh in on some fantasy football trades. Is Bronny James good enough for the NBA, or is his dad the only reason he will ever be drafted?
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Trailblazer
04/02/2024
Trailblazer
CB and Clay talk about women's college basketball… and it's their main topic? We're here for it! Caitlin Clark has led Iowa to breaking NCAA women’s tournament records with viewership. Can she do the same thing for the WNBA, or will she decide to accept Ice Cube’s offer and join the Big 3? We take a look at the NCAA men’s Final Four and make our predictions.
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Hip Drop Drama
03/26/2024
Hip Drop Drama
CB and Clay had their Spartan ups and downs this past week. The MSU hockey team won the B1G Championship, and MSU gymnastics won their second straight B1G Championship. However, MSU men’s and women’s basketball teams were eliminated from March Madness. Coach Izzo made a strong promise, and we discuss what he meant by that. We took a look at the Men’s and Women’s March Madness brackets. The NFL has implemented a few new rules, and we have one we really like and one we absolutely can’t stand.
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The Definition of Dominance
03/19/2024
The Definition of Dominance
CB and Clay survived St. Patrick’s Day and bring you another episode of Proficient Fans. We recap the career of Aaron Donald, a likely future first-ballot Hall of Fame defensive tackle, who defined what it meant to dominate the trenches and terrify opposing quarterbacks. Chase Young finds a new home in New Orleans. Michigan State lands a 9-seed in the 2024 March Madness bracket. What do we expect from the Spartans and who do we see making a run? Juwan Howard is out as Michigan’s head basketball coach.
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Free Agency Frenzy
03/12/2024
Free Agency Frenzy
CB and Clay congratulate Caitlin Clark and Lebron James for both reaching milestones in the game of basketball. Jason Kelce hangs up his cleats and retires from the game of football. NFL free agency started with a bang and has not let up on the gas as the league gets shuffled.
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Fielding Offers
03/05/2024
Fielding Offers
CB and Clay are excited for college football to transition to the 12-school playoff format. We take a look at the conference realignments and weigh the good and the bad that come with it. What should the Pac-12 do after losing 10 schools? The conclusion of the NFL Combine raises the question of whether players hurt their draft stock by not participating. Justin Fields, Saquan Barkley, Christian Wilkins, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Russell Wilson are all making headlines this week. We discuss these players and their specific situations.
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Let The Dawg Out
02/27/2024
Let The Dawg Out
CB and Clay talk about their first round of merch and their appreciation for the support of the brand by friends and family. The NFL raised the 2024 salary cap by a record amount, opening the door for a new running back salary reset having 5 tremendous free agents in the pool this offseason. Michigan State basketball has been missing leadership, but could it be from their head coach?
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